Accept the recommendation of the Neighborhood and Quality of Life Committee, at its July 13, 2023 meeting, to approve the naming of the Flamingo Park Softball Field, which is located within Flamingo Park, to commemorate Andy Diamond, a former pitcher and coach; setting a public hearing on October 8, 2023, pursuant to section 82-503 of the City Code, to consider whether to approve the proposed name by a 5/7^th vote; and directing the City Clerk to provide public notice of the hearing consistent with the requirements of section 82-503(a)(5).

During the May 17, 2023 Commission meeting, a discussion was referred to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee (“PSNQLC”) by Commissioner Laura Dominguez to consider naming the softball field at Flamingo Park as “Andy Diamond Softball Field” after former pitcher and coach, Andy Diamond. (Exhibit A).

During the July 13, 2023 PSNQLC meeting, the Committee gave a positive recommendation and supported the request to name the softball field at Flamingo Park in honor of Mr. Andy Diamond, as well as placing a plaque to commemorate Mr. Diamond.

Mr. Andy Diamond dedicated his life to coaching thousands of children throughout the City during his lifetime. Mr. Diamond passed away on January 26, 2023. With support from Commissioner Laura Dominguez, residents impacted by Mr. Diamond’s public service would like to have the softball field at Flamingo Park named in his honor. With a last name like Diamond, the community finds that the naming would be fitting because baseball and softball fields are also commonly referred to as “diamond fields.” The Parks and Recreation Department will prepare the design for the plaque, which will be shared at the public hearing on October 18, 2023. 

The Parks and Recreation Department will be covering the costs through its current budget.

Estimated at $6,000 (if pedestal is required)

Estimated at $6,000 (if pedestal is required)

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