On Thursday evening the Rotary Park Board had their first meeting as an official committee of the city of LaSalle. After the necessary steps of determining terms for the current members and establishing a financial account for the committee talked turn to the recent viewing by the DNR representative Mick Rosendahl. Mr Rosendahl was escorted by Andy Bacidore and Sam McNeilly and others on a tour of the property. To say he came away impressed would be a gross understatement. I refer you to the pictures on the YouTube insert on this website to view some of what met Mr.Rosendahl on his visit. The board is very excited by the input from Mick Rosendahl after his tour and we look forward to our presentation in Springfield before the board which will determine whether we receive the grant. Our cause is helped by the fact that former Mayor Washkowiak has a good relationship with Mick and the DNR. He will be among those who go to Springfield to present our case. Joining him will be Gary Gearhart , Nora Fesco-Ballerine, and hopefully Mayor Grove or his representative. John Lavieri or myself have volunteered in the event Mayor Grove is unavailable.
I must add that the “s” word was used during the meeting. I am referring to the possibility of “stimulus monies” being available for our park development.
We will need the help of both Senator Dahl and Representative Mautino to have any chance of receiving any funds from that source. The post meeting conversation centered on the possibility of giving tours of the park area to local residents perhaps in return for a small donation to the cause. This will be discussed further at our September 24th meeting.
Everyone who has an opportunity to view this area should take advantage of the chance to see it. The vistas and natural lay of the land is jaw dropping.
Once opened there is no doubt that this park will be the number one area for fishermen, bikers, hikers,and park enthusiasts!
What’s your feedback? Do you want a chance to see the property now?
Will this park happen? Let me know what you think…
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