Submitted by: Sean Corcoran
Submitting Department: City Clerk
Agenda Section: Discussion
Item Title:
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Hyattsville Shade Tree Board Writing Contest
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that the Mayor and Council approve the use of $950 to support the Shade Tree Board’s efforts to celebrate the 135th anniversary of the founding of Hyattsville with a writing contest and the Heritage Tree program.
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Summary Background:
To celebrate the 135th anniversary of the founding of Hyattsville in 1886, The Shade Tree Board would like to sponsor an essay contest for students in grade six (6) through 12 who attend school and/or live in Hyattsville. The prize envisioned is $150.00. The title of the essay is: “If Trees Could Talk, What Would Your Tree Say About the Events During its Lifetime?”
In conjunction with the writing contest the Tree Board would like to sponsor the Heritage Tree program to invite citizens to identify trees on their property that were likely growing when Christopher Clark Hyatt began the process of subdividing land into lots and incorporating as a City. Citizens who have such a Heritage Tree can apply to the city for a commemorative plaque.
Requested funding will be allocated accordingly:
- Advertising - $300.00
- Markers - $500.00 (Metal, 10 at $50.00 each)
- Essay Contest Prize - $150.00
Next Steps:
Staff review, council discussion and approval.
Fiscal Impact:
$950.00 from the Department of Public Works budget.
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend support.
Community Engagement:
This is an event exclusively for the community of Hyattsville.
Strategic Goals:
Goal 5 - Strengthen the City’s Identity as a Diverse, Creative, and Welcoming Community
Legal Review Required?
N/A