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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGENDA REPORT 1994 1019 CC REG ITEM 11Drp­4W . FROM: DATE: City of Moorpark _,'0ARK, CALTF --- Council N,ec:.J. J AGENDA REPORT �� 199 :,CTION: The Honorable City Council Christine Adams, Director of Communi " �"�' idrvi� September 22, 1994 (Meeting of l��;ber 5, 1994 ) SUBJECT: Consider v 1 in i f D onation of Memorial Trees. BACKGROUND Cc �d���to �t • At the September 21, 1994 meeting, Councilmember Wozniak requested that staff provide information regarding the development of a policy and mechanism whereby residents could purchase and dedicate something such as a tree or park bench in honor or memorial of a loved one. Staff has been considering the development of a City Gifts Catalogue, whereby needed and identified items or recreational activities for the City's Parks and Recreation programs would be listed for the public to review. Interested persons could then select an item or activity and donate a specified amount for that item or activity, as listed in the catalogue, in honor of whomever they chose. This type of program has been done in other communities, and the success of the program varies between communities. In the City of Buena Park, for example, a Gifts Catalogue was published in the mid 1980's. Within the first year of publication, a local hospital donated $10,000 toward a fitness course at a local park, as well as several individuals donated tables and chairs to the senior center, and two service clubs donated funds to support recreational special events. In later years, the interest faded and the program was abandoned. In other communities, a gifting program is still made available. Staff has worked with the Parks and Recreation Commission on the "Adopt a Park" program, which focuses on community support for on- going maintenance of a park or area. The suggestion for individual donations of capital items for parks and facilities could be included as a part of the "Adopt a Park" concept. The City has a good number of well established trees at the City parks and along City streetscapes. Staff has been working on a Citywide tree inventory which will assist City staff in tracking the health and age of these trees. The City is also being considered as a recipient of a Tree U.S.A. designation, because of the proliferation of trees in Moorpark. The City also has a long standing relationship with Boething Treeland Nursery, which has enabled the City to add and replace trees as the need arises. what is needed is additional funding for the on -going maintenance of existing trees. A "Tree Adoption" in honor of someone, whereby the annual cost for maintaining a tree is donated to the City, may be an option to consider. The Director of Community s ti Services maintains a map of City trees at each site and can provide residents information about maintenance costs for specific trees as requested. Also to be considered would be any tax deduction credit for making these types of donations. This would need to be reviewed by the City Attorney. The Goals and Objectives for the Department of Community Services, as set by the City Council, reflect two goals which are germane to this report. Under Community Services Administration, Goal # 9, which reads "Implement "Adopt a Park" Program, and Goal # 16, which reads "Develop a Gifts Catalogue for donations to City's parks and facilities and recreation programs." Both items are highlighted with a single asterisk, which signifies that these items were not deemed to be of the highest priority with the City Council for this fiscal year. RECOMMENDATION Direct Staff as Deemed Appropriate f. City of Sacramento Department of Parks & Community Scrviccs (4, 01 �6 GIFTS Tom`.' SHARK Your Gift Guide to Sacramento he Gifts to Share catalogue presents a community wish list to the many individuals, groups, and businesses who care about Sacramento. The catalogue is filled with unique gifts —large and small —that are needed to support Sacramento's parks, recreation programs and cultural centers, keys to the happiness and health of our community. We ask that you use this catalogue when making charitable contri4u- tions. All items are tax deductible. The catalogue is also perfect for giving specialgifts to friends, family or co- workers to celebrate or commemorate any occasion. We are happy to send written acknowl- edgments and, if you wish, to involve you or yourgift recipient ingift selection and installation. I '0' G I �: Did you know that many employers match their employee's contributions to nonprofit organi- zations? If applicable, please check with C your Personnel Office —yourgift could be doubled or even tripled. I The Gifts to Share catalogue is easy to use. O Simply select yourgift items, complete the 0 order form at the back of the catalogue, and return with payment in the enclosed envelope. If you have any questions or would like additional copies of the catalogue, please call Lori Harder, Gifts to Share Program Coordinator, at (916) 264 -5172. You can help create an environment for all members of the commu- nity to enjoy. Thank you for your support and caring. GIFTS T°� SH A RR Crocker Art Museum 1 Sacramento Zoo 2.-3 Sacramento Parks 4 - 5 Sacramento History Museum 6 Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission 'X Recreation 8 - 9 Sacramento Science Center 10 Golf 11 Planned Giving 12 Order Form 13 UIFFS;<<' SHARE Crocker Art Museum No. 100 HIDDEN TREASURES ainting and Frame Conservation Many paintings that Judge Edwin Bryant Crocker and his family brought from Europe in the 1870s to form the nucleus of Sacramento's fine art museum , are not shown to the public. Contribu- tions are needed to restore these hidden / treasures to their original condition so museum visitors can enjoy an outstand- ing group of canvases for years to come. $500 - ,5,000 No. 101 Conserve a Master Drawing. Your gift will match a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to help preserve Sacramento's treasured master drawings. Select from a list which includes famous art- ists such as Rembrandt, Durer, and Rubens. $400 No. 102 AND NOW, TO BRING YOU A TOTAL ARTS EXPERIENCE ... No. 104 JOIN THE CROCKER ART MUSEUM ASSOCIATION Be a part of the oldest public art museum in the West: the community's newest jewel, the galleries in the reconstructed E. B. Crocker Mansion and Pavilion. Receive the ArtLetter, full of information about exhibitions, new art acquisitions, and educational and family events. Free admission, invitations to open - ing receptions, concerts and lectures are already enjoyed by over 5,000 members. Membership Categories: Family $40; Individual $30; Senior Couple $A0; Senior 520; Student $15; DonorCircic S60; Gallery Circle $125; Curator's Circle 5250; Director's Circle 5500; Society of'Edwin cs- Margaret Crocker $1,000 A variety of lectures and films on art are held O throughout the year. In addition, the mu- seum has presented artists in concert for over 40 years. For S200 you can give a young musician the opportunity to perform in the beautiful Crocker Ballroom or bring a scholar to lecture on aspects of our collections. No. 10.3 MAKE THE MUSEUM BLOOM Provide a colorful bouquet of flowers at the museum entry and complement the beauty of this historic treasure for all visitors. An acknowledgement card will accompany your gift. 52,5 1 U GIFTS :� SHARE Sacramento Zoo No. 200 ZOOMING TO SCHOOL W�stricts kng coopFan tively ith school to ece e education of r youth is priority at the Zoo. The new Zoomobile can "zoom" to any school in the greater Sacramento area, and comes complete with live animals, dramatic interaction and exciting exploration of the animal world. Zoomobile programs focus on fostering an understanding and appreciation of conservation and endangered species. With your gift, the Zoomobile can make an extra trip and enlighten a class of students bet-,vicen grades K - 12. You may even desig- nate the school! S75 and up c` 14 No. 201 ADOPT-AN-ANIMAL Becoming an exotic animal parent is a wild and wonderful experience! As a Zoo parent you (or your gift recipient) will receive an adoption certificate, a fact sheet on your offspring, and an invitation to the annual Zoo Parent Picnic. Animal adoptions are for one year. Your name will be posted on our VIP (Very Important Parent) Showcase board at the Zoo. Here's a sampling of what's available: $20 Western Bobcat, Toco Toucan, Spot -nose Guenon Monkey 530 Clouded Leopard, African Pnicake Tortoise $40 Jaguar, Anier-ican Flamingo $50 African Cheetah, Green Tree Python ON THE GO We strive to ensure accessibility for all ,vho visit the Zoo and Fairytale Town. These gift items will accommodate both children and adults. Donor plaque included in price. No. 202 Wheelchair 5500 No. 203 Wtigon .$175 No. 204 Stroller 5125 No. 205 BUY A BRICK AND HELP BUILD A PATH TO TOMORROW'S ZOO Be among the first to have your name, or your gift recipient's name, engraved on a brick at the Sacramento Zoo. This neW program demonstrates your support in a lasting way and will help us build a better zoo for future generations of zoo residents and visitors! For price information on the "Buy A Brick" program, please call 264 -7443. GIFTS T SHARE No. 206 No. 208 SACRAMENTO ZOOLOGICAL AFRICAN SAVANNA COMING TO SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP SACRAMENTO! Did you know that the Sacramento Zoo is one of the best small zoos in the country? Become a member and enjoy a full year of free admission to the Zoo and over 100 other zoos throughout the U.S., receive colorful bimonthly magazines, notification of classes, special events, and much more. Memberships make great gifts, too! Please indicate rnenlbership eategorr on order form: Senior Citizen $20; Individual Plus One $25; Grandparents and rninol'grartdchildren $30; Family 535; Sustaininq 575; Building $125; Patron $500 No. 207 FRIENDS OF FAIRYTALE TOWN Join Friends of Fairytale Town and receive free admission, the bimonthly "Fairytale Town Express" newsletter, discounts to children's summer workshops and invitations to picnics and special events. This town really bustles —be a part of it! Membership cate!)ories: Mother Goosc Club (I )i,o adult.; at one household and minor children) 52.5; Mc•Tlin Club (Grandparelltsand III 111orgralldchil drew) 515; Robin Hood Club (One -Mother Goose Club :1- Ie III bership pl1YS 25 admission passes) 550; Kin a i- lrthrn- Club (On .11othc•r Goose Club Membership plus 50 admission passes) 5100 A capital campaign is underway to construct an African Savanna exhibit at the Zoo. The Savanna will house elephant, meerkat and African flight exhibits, creating a stimulating environment while supporting the vital conser- vation and breeding , philosophies of today's zoos. All donations arc welcome. dP SIT AND TALK TO THE ANIMALS These gift items are needed and will give visitors a • chance to relax and enjoy , their favorite animals. . No. 209 Redwood Bench $500 No. 210 Redri,00d Picnic Table 5800 Includes co11 memoram,e bronze plaquc with per;rlrn.' inscription. Please alloly 8 - 10 ri)ecks frlr delircr.� aml installation. No. 211 FLORA AND FAUNA TOGETHER What's an exotic zoo without exotic plants-' Help create natural garden settings for our ani- mals Nvith flora from around the world. With your gift we can purchase plants, trees, fertil- izer, garden tools and more for a beautiful botanical collection. All donations . vlcome. .y. GIFTS w SHARD; Sacramento Parks No. 300 GIVE A LIVING GIFT onor a loved one with a living gift. Have a tree planted in your favorite City park and con- tribute to the pride of Sacramento —our beautiful treescape. We're happy to work with you or your gift recipient on selecting a location and variety. $75 No. 301 ADOPT A -PARK Yes, our own City parks are up for adoption and can benefit from your care! Through this program, organizations and businesses may "adopt" a park and sponsor its enhancement and /or maintenance— either through direct financial support or through hands -on care. Many recognition options arc available, including name recognition at the park under adoption. This program is flexible —we're happy to discuss your ideas! PARK FURNISHINGS Any of the following gifts will increase the enjoyment of a visit to a park, whether for a picnic, a game, a run, or a rest! No. .302 Bench— stvle�c vai_y Iy site 5500 sand up No. 303 Picnic Table $7.50 i 4 No. 304 Game Table $1,000 No. 305 Drinking Fountain $2,000 No. 306 Trash Receptacle $450 Includes commemorative bronze plaque ivith personal inscription. Please allow 8 - 10 weeks for delivery and installation. EVERYTHING'S COMING UP ROSES! The rose garden at McKinley Park is a special place to visit. Created in 1928, the 1.5 acre garden features over 1000 rose bushes, tree roses and annuals. New varieties of roses are selected and planted each year in January and February, and last approximately 15 - 20 years. You can dedicate a new variety of rose to anyone you wish. Prices include a plaque identifying the variety followed by your personal inscription. No. 307 Rose Bushes (6 to 8 of a single variety) 5200 No. 308 Tree Rose (1 of'a single variet),) $100 No. 309 "CITY OF TREES" LICENSE PLATE FRAMES Sacramento has one of the highest number of trees per capita in the United Statcs —and may be second only to Paris! You can pro- mote this proud fact on your vehicle with a "Sacramento —City of Trees" license plate frame! Proceeds fund future tree plantings. S15 each No. 310 FEAST FOR FOWL Help feed our feathered friends who reside at the ponds in William Land, McKinley or Southside Park, especially during the whiter months. $15 will purchase a 50 pound bag Of gourmet duck food and provide a month of health\, meals. GIFrS•�'•SHAR.E WORKREATION Workreation is a popular summer program in which youths age 14 -16 from low- income families are employed to weed, trim, and provide general clean -up in neighborhoods throughout Sacramento. Workreation partici- pants receive career development training and structured recreation outings. Each year we receive dozens of applications for even available position. A contribution of $1500 witt sponsor a youth in this very positive work experience which evokes a sense of pride in the community and beautifies our neighborhoods as well! In order to complete Workreation clean -LIPS, the following tools arc ahvays needed: No. 311 Planter's Eve Hoe $20 No. .31 ? 1.a rqe Trash 13t�,qs $25 No. 313 Strect Brooirls $15 No. 319 Square Point Shovel $21 No. 315 Roar! Rake $20 'S1o.316 HULDA TYER STONE ENDOWMENT FUND FOR UNIVERSITY PARK Mrs. Stone so enjoys visits to her neighbor- hood park that she generously created an endowment fund to provide for the park in perpetuity. Located along the American River Bikeway at Howe Avenue, University Park is used by surrounding residents, bicy- clists, and office workers from an adjacent office complex. Interest earnings on the fund will be used for park furnishings, play equip- ment, flower beds, etc., providing for the recreational needs of all who visit. Contribu- tions to the fund in any amount arc welcome. For wore llltorillatloil oil creari)1ij endoli'moll fullrls or other plamicd.,71Pt3, please see page 12- SACRAMENTO CITY CEMETERY: A REFLECTION OF PIONEER HERITAGE Founded in 1849, the Sacramento City Cemetery reflects the beginnings of our Gold Rush town. Located at Broadway and River- side Boulevard, here you will find many notable Californians such as John Augustus Sutter, Jr., E.B. Crocker and Mark Hopkins, in addition to more than 20,000 pioneers from every part of the globe. The Sacra- mento City Cemetery is a "Who's Who" of history, a place of art and peace. Ongoing restoration of the City Cemetery has been challenging, and the City cif Sacramento has greatly benefited from the dedication of volunteer biographers, landscapers, and tour - guides. With your support, the City Cemetery can become an outstanding historic landmark reflecting Sacramento's pioneer heritage. No. 317 Adopt -A- Pioneer Many of our pioneer graves arc in desperate need of restoration. With your adoption, a pioneer tombstone and surrounding brick- work will be restored and made legible for all visitors. 5100 and up No..318 Let the Story be Told "Fell the story about one of our illustrious citizens of the past by placing a permanent biographical plaque at the gravesite. Donor recognition will also be included on the plaque. 5200 - .S500 No. 319 Restore the Chapel Help us restore the Cemetery Chapel, con- structed in the early 1900s, and turn it into a museum and archives center. Donations in any amount are welcome. GIFTS " SHARE Sacramento History Museum No. 400 REBUILD THE ARBOR he Sacramento History Museum is an authentic reproduction of Sacramento's original city hall and waterworks (circa 1854). Shortly after completion of the original structure, the police chief rounded up local prisoners and had a large wooden arbor constructed that spanned the building's large facade. Upon completion in 1860, passion vines were planted to covet- the arbor and provide shade from the hot summer sun. A replication of the original arbor, together with an outdoor seating area, would create a cool, inviting entrance. A bronze plaque and public recognition will accompany your generous gift. 525,000 No. 401 BRING THE PAST TO LIFE FOR ALL TO ENJOY The California Gallery is the site for a con- tinuing series of exhibitions showcasing our recent past. Your sponsorship of a future exhibition will include artifact selection, prep- aration, installation, and signage. A reception will be held in your honor 601- this unique gift. S5,000 - $30,000 No. 402 FROM RAGS TO RICHES Sponsor the conservation of dresses worn by famous and not -so- famous Sacramento women. Pick a vintage or favorite style, and we'll find a dress which you can bring back to life for exhibition at the Museum. Quilts and linens are in need of conservation as well. $200 - $6,000 No. 403 ELIMINATE THE FOXING "Foxing" is a term used to describe the deterioration process which will eventually destroy old documents and photographs. With your contribution, specialists can halt this process and restore gold rush maps and historic documents from our rich past. $50-$4,000 No. 404 SACRAMENTO HISTORY MUSEUM ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP You can help bring color and life to the rich history of the Sacramento Valley. Special benefits of membership include free admis- sion, a monthly newsletter, discounts at the gift shop, invitations to receptions for new exhibitions, and discounts on special events. Mcasc spcci/i, int-mbership eaterjorr on order jorJn: 1'io ccr S25: .Sctrlcr $40; Prospector S50; Pathlindcr 5100: .Iiyonaut 5250 GIFTS SHAKE Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission No. 500 CITY LIFE ity Life," a summer series of free arts and entertainment, has delighted thousands in downtown Sacramento each year. These celebrations have incorpo- rated local music, dance, visual art, and a multitude of hands -on art activities for young and old. Participants have commented "Wonderfully civilized" ... "The city fecls alive and exciting" ... "A great way to be introduced to the arts in Sacramento." With your support, we can expand this excit- ing program. All donations'are welcome. Several recognition opportunities arc available. No. 501 FRIENDS OF THE ARTS COMMISSION You don't have to be a Rockefeller or a Crocker to become a patron of the arts. join Friends of the Arts Commission and share in fostering and developing the arts in our community. You will receive the Artsletter and discounts on lectures and special events. ;lfetnbc•r:slJip earcaories: Senior- $15; Inrfiririnal ti2.5; Farnih, $40; Parro: .S]OO: Corporare Afcntbi r;hip $100 No. 50? SACRAMENTO CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL The Sacramento Children's Festival, staged in Old Sacramento and downtown Sacramento each June, draws thousands from throughout the Sacramento Valley for a FREE day of delightful entertainment, games, art projects, storytelling, and other hands -on activities. This community -wide celebration is funded and staffed by volunteers and local businesses. Contributions in an), amount will help keep the "festive" in this festival! �t i 1S NZ41"fi t`' CIFTS•IVSHARE Recreation WATER SAFETY ater safety is a real concern, particularly in Sacramento where our favorable climate invites swimming and water sports nearly year - round. Teaching our children how to is swim and training them , in safety techniques can help reduce water accidents. Following are two ways to provide for water safety: No. 600 Sponsor child in beginningslvimrning lessons $18 No. 601 Sponsor a teen (age 13 - 15) in our Junior I_iftguard program. Includesfirst aid, 1c guard training and (•- shirt. A valuable and popular program fir teens in summer. ,S25 for one teen, or $625 for agroup of'50 teens ­.- I --I 6 No. 602 DONT LET THIS ONE SLIDE BY Not one of our public swimming pools has a slide! But you can change that. Make \Your neighborhood pool more fun by donating a 9 -foot slide. Donors can designate which pool will receive the gift. $4,000 per slide No, 603 CANT PASS THIS UP Provide a child a season pass to their neigh- borhood swimming pool. You can give hours of fun and enjoyment for only $151 No. 604 LEARNING ABOUT ART Send a budding young artist to the �klarjorie R. Smith Summer School of the Arts. Stu- dents participate in a six -week program of either visual art training ending with a public art exhibition, or training in the performing arts with a live production as the finale! $250 per Young artist No. 605 ACT GAMES The ACT Games (Ability to Compete To- gethcr) contribute to the physical, social, and psychological development of the physicall\- handicapped. Successful sports experiences such as this help participants gain confidence and develop the positive self -image associated with achievement. Held each year in September, the ACT Gamc competition and awards ceremony is pri\ ately funded. All contributions are welcome and will be recognized at the event. G I FTS 42 S H.A IE SPORTS "STARS" Sponsor an intramural sports team for the nine -month "Sports Teamwork and Recre- ation" program. Through STAR, boys and girls from 4th through 9th grade play foot- ball, basketball and bounceball (volleyball with a bounce). Sponsors earn name recogni- tion through promotional mailers, newspaper inserts, programs, T- shirts and more. No. 606 Team Sponsorship $25 No. 607 League Sponsorship 513,000 CENTERING ON SENIORS The Senior Citizens Center at 27th & J Street is the focus of daily and weekly activities for Sacramento seniors. In response to heavy use by our growing senior population, the Center was recently remodeled and doubled in size. Visitors to the Center would certainly enjoy these amenities: No. 608 Patio Furniture $500 and up N'o. 609 Wrought iron 1ci nce around patio 54,000 No. 610 Largc Scrcen TV 52,500 No. 611 Mural fin• Rcdrn,00d Room o ;•.9rtwork fn- the Center (Call f n-sil qt srcd contribution ,711101111t) No. 612 GIFT CERTIFICATES A recreation and leisure class gift certificate is an enriching gift for all ages. Give a gift certif- icate to a friend or relative and they can learn a new sport, hobby, or new language of their choosing. If you would like more informa- tion about our classes, call the Gifts to Share office at 264 -5172. Gift certificates start at S 10, and can be made for any higher amount. N GIFTS _SHARE Sacramento Science Center No. 700 No. 702 ON THE GO WITH TRAVELING SHOWS! ADOPT -A-CLASSROOM he Science Center takes the show on the road and shares the wonders of astronomy, biology, physics and chemistry with schoolchildren and commu- nity groups throughout the greater Sacra- mento area, serving an average of 1,000 students per week! Due to reduced educa- tional budgets for science and the arts, this service is increasing in demand. A new or slightly used van or station wagon would help us bring the sciences to more school sites. $20,000 or donation of a vehicle No. 701 WHO, WHAT, WHERE & WHEN? Each week 1500 - 2000 students participate in a variety of science programs provided by the Science Center. A computer system (hardware, software and printer) is desperately needed by the Center's education department to handle scheduling and all program details, making more efficient use of staff and teach- er time. 5.3,500 or donation of computer system P, s�. a- Send a science program to the classroom of your choice, or let us pick one for you! Pro- grams such as "Molecular Madcaps ", "Pipes, Pumps and Grinders" and "Exceptional Elements" focus on chemistry, biology, and natural sciences. This gift item includes a program for one elementary school classroom, a Science Center membership 0 for the teacher, and free Science Center passes for you! $150 No. 703 BE AN EXHIBITION BUILDER The Science Center relies on community support to build high - quality, imaginative exhibitions that cover themes such as "Math & Mazes ", "Wheels and Transportation" and "Flight: Birds to Spaceships ". Two exhibi- tions are designed and built each year and arc seen by over 40,000 visitors. (Two are currently on national tour!) All contributions arc xvcicome. No. 70 t SACRAMENTO SCIENCE CENTER MEMBERSHIP Join the Science Center and discover the world! A membership entitles you to tree admission to the Center and to over 100 science museums nationwide. You \vIR recei\'e discounts on a wide varier`, of classes for children, fascinating planetarium shows for all ages, and on purchases in our gift shop. Mcntbe-7-ship catcttorics: Inrfi;,irfnal S3=: I-amilr S35; Scuior Citizen Sl i; Senior- Cnupic The followlnr lj nrentber_ hips iuclntfe rtrlrlirr,rrrti benc /its: Donor Soo; Sustaining S12.�: Perron ti 250; Rcuefactor SS00 �-• - — -- — — .. o_ GIFTS ""T"'. SHARE Golf erving the greater Sacramento area, the Department of Parks and Community Services manages 6 golf courses totaling 540 acres of fairways —some of the most heavily used fairways in the country— includ- ing Haggin Oaks, Bing Maloney, and William Land Golf Courses. To keep these courses PAR excellent, the following enhancements arc needed. Let us know your desired loca- tion, and we'll do our best to accommodate! KEEPING UP TO PAR No. 800 Redn,00d Bcttch $300 and up — st-virs and prices vats, bvsite No. 801 Golfball Washer 5125 Includes permanent commemoratiPe plague mith personal inscription. Please allom 8 - 10 weeks fir dclircrt, and installation, Atrqust - April onh. No. 802 Gol('1Ya,q Pole S25 No. 03 Numbered Golf'Flags S80 per set No. 804 Sand Trap Rake ,520 No. 805 7ec Yardage Marker S25 ENHANCE A COURSE FOR YEARS TO COME No. 808 Beautify the natural open space surrounding the courses with wildflowers. $15 will pur- chase one pound of California Poppy or Blue Lupin seeds. No. 809 WALTER 6 OLGA STRAND ENDOWMENT FUND The Walter & Olga Strand Endowment Fund has been established to introduce Sacramento's youth to the game of golf and to directly support the annual Sacramento Junior /Senior Championship Golf Tourna- ment. Mr. Strand invites you to contribute to the endowment fund and cxpat2d quality golf, programs for young Sacramentans. A .A'o. 80h Have a native tree planted on your favorite fairway. STS (% Sponsor the planting of 10 or more trees. A day will be reserved for your tree planting and a bronze plaque will be placed in the new grove. Native species include oaks, alders, cottonwood, sycamores, and more. S750 GIFTS � SHARE . Planned Giving IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OUR CHILDREN ow more than ever, personal contributions are needed to pro- vide for the future health and happiness of our children and community in the face of reduced public funding and in- creasing challenges to urban families. You can improve the quality of life in Sacramento and strengthen your personal financial status at the same time by making a planned gift today. More than a gift, you will be making an invest- ment. A charitable contribution can improve, protect and strengthen your financial status through various forms of estate and financial planning, with a wide range of flexibility and tax advantages. In addition to gifts of cash or securities, contributions can be made on a deferred basis through bequests, life insurance, or charitable remainder trusts. Your lasting gift can accomplish the following: X Turn undeveloped land into a beautiful park X Provide for ongoinq enhancements of your favorite park such as play areas, wood furnishings, sculpture gardens, flower beds or fountains Ensure quality recreation programs for special populations .` Preserve the lasting beauty and vitality of our zoo, museums and public art We ask that you include Sacramento's parks and community services in your charitable planning. We will be happy to work with you on your gift, large or small, as you direct. You can make a gift in the name of a loved one or in your own name. All donors will receive special recognition. There are many planned giving opportunities for Sacramento's parks, recreation centers and programs, golf courses, Crocker Art Museum, Zoo, History Museum, Science Center, and Metropolitan Arts Commission.,. For more information, call the Gifts to Share office at 264 -5172. Your Name Address City Gift U Description Method of payment: C IFTS° SHARE ORDER FORM Zip Phone # Price S Total S Check or Money Order (payable to GIFTS TO SHARE) VISA I\ LkSTERCARD Card Number _ Expires _ - -- Signature (Not valid without signature) If this is a gift for someone else, please fill in the following information: This gift is in honor of _. Occasion: _ - -- 'this gift is in memory Acknowledgement To Be Sent To: Name -- — -- -- — - -- — Address-- -- -- _..-- - -. - -- —_ -- Cinr Zin If you have any questions or would like additional catalogues sent to you or a friend, please call Lori Harder, Gifts to Share Program Coordinator, at (916) 264 -5172, or write to Gifts to Share, Inc., Department of Parks & Community Sen -ices, 1231 I Street #400, Sacramento, CA 95814. All gifts are tax deductible. l'Icase include any further details and, if applicable, Four requested plaque inscription with your order form. We will contact cou to vCrit" the details of N'our gift. Thank you!