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Council approves Rosenwald School Museum block party at Ben Hill Strickland Memorial Park
Summary
The council approved a request from the Hiram Rosenwald School Museum to use Ben Hill Strickland Memorial Park for a collaborative community block party on Oct. 10 from noon to 5 p.m.; the museum representative said the event would feature youth programming, community service projects, music and at least 11 supporting organizations.
A representative of the Hiram Rosenwald School Museum asked the council for permission to use Ben Hill Strickland Memorial Park for a community block party aimed at celebrating the area’s history and culture. "Our goal is put to put unity back in the community," the speaker said, describing youth zones, community service projects, student music and senior participation; the presentation listed 11 organizations that had committed support.
A council member moved to approve the museum’s request for Oct. 10 from 12 to 5 p.m.; the motion was seconded and carried by voice vote. Council and staff discussed logistical supports such as hiring police officers through the city, bathroom placement and a parking plan; staff said outstanding operational issues would be handled through the special-event permit application process.
