From
Linda Townley
Title
Naming the baseball complex at Jennifer McFalls Park "The Gene Campbell Baseball Complex"
Presenter
Rick Herold, Parks, Arts and Recreation
Recommended Action
Approve
Analysis
The Grand Prairie Boys Baseball program lost a long-time advocate, supporter and coordinator, when Gene Campbell passed away on January 12, 2015. Gene began coaching amateur, youth baseball in 1974. In 1988, he became involved in Grand Prairie Boys Baseball and served in a number of positions, including President of the organization. His service has positively influenced thousands of young boys through the years.
At the December 9, 2015 Park Board meeting, the Park Board unanimously approved a recommendation to submit a request to the City Council to officially name the McFalls West baseball fields, "The Gene Campbell Baseball Complex". Staff supports this request for Mr. Campbell's decades of dedicated service to the Grand Prairie Boys Baseball organization and his positive influence on the youth of our community.
This request was presented to and approved by the Finance and Government Committee on February 2, 2016.
Financial Consideration
The cost of installation of recognition signage can be managed within current appropriations of the Parks, Arts and Recreation Department operating budget.