Ferndale Letters Of Support FINAL.pdf
January 22, 2015 CN EcoConnexions 2130 Stella Ct Columbus, OH 43215 To Whom It May Concern: I am writing on behalf of SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, to express our support for the City of Ferndale’s efforts in securing a CN EcoConnexions America In Bloom grant for improvements at Fair Park and the expansion to the nearby property. SEMCOG recognizes the importance of quality parks and greenspace in our communities and region. Improvements would be well-received at Fair Park and the adjacent property for residents of all ages and abilities. These improvements at such a beloved property would beautify the property and enhance the quality of life for city residents. SEMCOG strongly supports the proposed tree/flower plantings and addition of a community garden to Fair Park. These projects align with the regional policy recommendations and strategies of the Green Infrastructure Vision for Southeast Michigan. Parks are an important asset to and align with the collective vision for the City of Ferndale. Expansion of the region’s tree canopy is an identified goal of the Vision. This project not only moves the region closer to achieving our tree canopy goals, through the planting of trees and native plants, but also beautifies and improves the park while enhancing its long-term sustainability. SEMCOG is proud to back the improvements planned for Fair Park. We highly recommend CN EcoConnexions America In Bloom to support Ferndale with its grant. Sincerely,
Amy Mangus, Manager SEMCOG
_1001 Woodward, Suite 1400 • Detroit, Michigan 48226 • (313) 961-4266 • Fax (313) 961-4869 • www.semcog.org Kathy D. Vosburg Chairperson Commissioner, Macomb County
Jeffrey Jenks First Vice Chair Commissioner, Huntington Woods
Robert Clark Vice Chairperson Mayor, City of Monroe
Rodrick Green Vice Chairperson Trustee, Superior Township
Phil LaJoy Vice Chairperson Supervisor, Canton Township
Karl Tomion Vice Chairperson Commissioner, St. Clair County
Joan Gebhardt Immediate Past Chair Treasurer, Schoolcraft College
g Kathleen Lomako Executive Director
January 20, 2014 CN EcoConnexions 2130 Stella Ct Columbus, OH 43215
To Whom It May Concern: I am writing on behalf of The Ferndale Community Foundation to express our support for the City of Ferndale’s efforts in securing a CN EcoConnexions America In Bloom grant for improvements at Fair Park and the expansion to the nearby property. The Ferndale Community Foundation recognizes the importance of quality parks and greenspace in our community. Improvements would be well-received at Fair Park and the adjacent property for residents of all ages and abilities. These improvements at such a beloved property would beautify the property and enhance the quality of life for city residents. As a community stakeholder of the City of Ferndale, I enthusiastically support the proposed tree/flower plantings and addition of a community garden to Fair Park. Parks are an important asset to our growing community and align with the collective vision for the City of Ferndale. Expansion of the tree canopy with native plants would beautify and improve the park while enhancing its long-term sustainability of property. The Ferndale Community Foundation is proud to back the improvements planned for Fair Park. We highly recommend CN EcoConnexions America In Bloom supports Ferndale with grant.
Sincerely, Judy Palmer, Co-Chair & Board Member Ferndale Community Foundation
Amy Mangus, Manager SEMCOG
_1001 Woodward, Suite 1400 • Detroit, Michigan 48226 • (313) 961-4266 • Fax (313) 961-4869 • www.semcog.org Kathy D. Vosburg Chairperson Commissioner, Macomb County
Jeffrey Jenks First Vice Chair Commissioner, Huntington Woods
Robert Clark Vice Chairperson Mayor, City of Monroe
Rodrick Green Vice Chairperson Trustee, Superior Township
Phil LaJoy Vice Chairperson Supervisor, Canton Township
Karl Tomion Vice Chairperson Commissioner, St. Clair County
Joan Gebhardt Immediate Past Chair Treasurer, Schoolcraft College
g Kathleen Lomako Executive Director
January 20, 2014 CN EcoConnexions 2130 Stella Ct Columbus, OH 43215
To Whom It May Concern: I am writing on behalf of The Ferndale Community Foundation to express our support for the City of Ferndale’s efforts in securing a CN EcoConnexions America In Bloom grant for improvements at Fair Park and the expansion to the nearby property. The Ferndale Community Foundation recognizes the importance of quality parks and greenspace in our community. Improvements would be well-received at Fair Park and the adjacent property for residents of all ages and abilities. These improvements at such a beloved property would beautify the property and enhance the quality of life for city residents. As a community stakeholder of the City of Ferndale, I enthusiastically support the proposed tree/flower plantings and addition of a community garden to Fair Park. Parks are an important asset to our growing community and align with the collective vision for the City of Ferndale. Expansion of the tree canopy with native plants would beautify and improve the park while enhancing its long-term sustainability of property. The Ferndale Community Foundation is proud to back the improvements planned for Fair Park. We highly recommend CN EcoConnexions America In Bloom supports Ferndale with grant.
Sincerely, Judy Palmer, Co-Chair & Board Member Ferndale Community Foundation
