Memorial Bench, Tree and Garden Nomination Packet - PDF
ROSEMEAD
PARKS COMMISSION
MEMORANDUM
TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIR AND PARKS COMMISSION FROM: TOM BOECKING, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION
DATE: NOVEMBER 7, 2023
SUBJECT: MEMORIAL BENCH, TREE, AND GARDEN NOMINATIONS
SUMMARY The Parks and Recreation Department has received two applications for the Memorial Bench, Tree, and Garden Program. A donor, Steven Ly, would like to recognize Jean Hall, by
dedicating a garden and tree around the Skate Park. The Iniguez Family would like to honor their son James Iniguez by dedicating a tree in front of the Garvey Park Gymnasium. DISCUSSION
Jean Hall - Jean Hall honorably served the City of Rosemead both as a Traffic Commissioner and as a Councilmember. Jean demonstrated what a good and genuine person can do to promote a better community. As a mom and grandmother, an activist, and a policy maker, Jean effectively improved Rosemead over 50 years.
As Chair of the Traffic Commission, she led the formation of the traffic calming measure toolbox, creating a series of policies that can make our streets safer and more efficient for our residents. She also led a campaign to promote bicycle education for those utilizing alternative transportation models. As a Councilmember, Jean Hall strongly advocated for the development,
and eventual approval, of Rosemead’s first-ever Skate Park. James Iniguez – James Iniguez was a long-time employee of the Parks and Recreation
Department. During his employment James made significant contributions to the sports
programs. James was a positive force with his co-workers and the residents whom he guided in
the department’s programs. He was dedicated to the City of Rosemead through refereeing
games, overseeing the youth and adult basketball leagues, as well as coaching countless youth
participants. His leadership will always be remembered.
Parks Commission Meeting November 7, 2023 Page 2 of 2
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Parks Commission support the nominations of Jean Hall and James Iniguez and make a recommendation for approval to the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT The costs associated with the memorial plaques will be paid for by the donors. Attachment A: Application for Jean Hall
Attachment B: Location of dedication for Jean Hall
Attachment C: Application for James Iniguez Attachment D: Location of dedication for James Iniguez
Memorial Bench,Tree and Garden Program
Application
DONOR INFORMATION
NameofDonor
Phone E-mailAddress
ZipCode
Address
City
Typeofdedication:
Bench-InHonorof
State Zip Code
RECIPIENT SUMMARY
State
The Memorial Bench, Tree and Garden Program provides the opportunity to commemorate or honor family,
friends, and business professionals whom have passed away or who have had a positive impact on the
Rosemead community.
Bench-InCelebrationof Tree-InCelebrationof Tree-InHonorof
RECIPIENT INFORMATION (IF DIFFERENT THAN ABOVE)
RosemeadPark
KlingermanPark GarveyPark GuessPark
RecipientofDedicationBench/Tree/Garden
ShippingAddress:
City
MemorialLocation(pleaseselectapark):
JessGonzalezSportsComplex
RosemeadPlaza Sally Tanner Park ZapopanPark
Please include a brief summary on the impact and contributions of the recipient in the City of Rosemead.(The statement will be considered by the selection committee in approving the application).Please attach
separate form if needed
Complete and submit the application to:
City of Rosemead8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770Attn: Memorial Bench/Tree Program
Garden-InCelebrationof Garden-InHonorof
Steven Ly
626/320-5486 stevencly@gmail.com
3040 Rosemead Place
Rosemead CA 91770
Honorable Jean E Hall (Former Councilmember and Traffic Commission
Jean Hall honorably served the City of Rosemead both as a Traffic Commissioner and as a
Councilmember. Jean demonstrated what a good and genuine person can do to promote a better
community. As a mom and grandmother, an activist, and a policy maker, Jean effectively improved
Rosemead over 50 years.
As Chair of the Traffic Commission, she led the formation of the traffic calming measure toolbox,
creating a series of policies that can make our streets safer and more efficient for our residents.
She also led a campaign to promote bicycle education for those utilizing alternative transportation
models.
As a Councilmember, Jean Hall strongly advocated for the development, and eventual approval,
of Rosemead’s first-ever Skate Park. She recognized in building infrastructure for the next
generation to enjoy and utilize.
My request and sponsorship is a series of rose/flower bushes and a tree inside or near the skate
plaza, honoring Jean’s impact and legacy to the community.
Jean believed that “flowers (are) for the living.” Though we cannot do this while she was alive,
we can certainly leave this for the next generation to know her impact.
Dedication Location - Jean Hall
Dedication Location - James Iniguez