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Council approves naming of former tennis-court site 'Southgate Optimist Club Park' after 5–1 vote

City of Southgate City Council · January 22, 2025
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Summary

After debate about waiting until park completion, council voted 5–1 to name the green space on the former tennis courts 'Southgate Optimist Club Park'; Councilmember Melville opposed naming before park completion.

The City of Southgate received a naming request from the Optimist Club for the green space where the former tennis courts stood. Mayor Hamberg read the request during the Jan. 22 meeting; Councilmember Melville said the city should wait until the park is complete because the area is now just green space. Councilmember Messmer moved to name the site 'Southgate Optimist Club Park,' seconded by Councilmember Curry. The motion passed 5–1.

Minutes record the vote and the differing viewpoints but do not include further detail on signage, maintenance responsibilities, or funding for park improvements. Council did not condition the naming on completion; follow-up staff work will be required to implement signage and finalize park design.

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