Civic Center Conservancy

For the future - spaces like civic center park require a caretaker who is connected to the people who use the park, who advocates for improvements & who transforms the space to meet the needs of anyone who gathers there today & long into the future. The conservancy is responsible for shaping the vision for the future of the park, coordinating conversations between the city leaders & those who use the park every day, & advocating for public & private investment needed to keep this space thriving. Impact: partnership, advocacy, future investment programs and initiatives: civic center next 100, advocating for additional public investment in the park, capital campaign, advocating for civic center in the community and media.

For the park - the conservancy supports the park's upkeep by raising funds to restore its historical structures, enhance its natural spaces & advocate for investment in this essential public space. The city takes care of the basic needs of the grounds, while we step in to fill the gaps & ensure the park reflects the people & the spirit of the city. Impact: welcome, beautiful and clean programs and initiatives: civic center sparkles (volunteers), civic center works (supplemental maintenance), great lawn holiday lights.