Beautification chairperson Barbara Sandford checks Park-Madison plantings in 1972. |
Planters along Park Avenue. Reconfigured triangular space is now Albert T. McWilliams Park. |
One forgets how the empty Park-Madison lot at the heart of downtown dominated the downtown area, giving it a forlorn look. Barbara and her Committee were determined to turn the 'lemon' into 'lemonade' and cajoled and badgered City officials to make the area more attractive.
Looking carefully, you will note some buildings which have since been demolished (two next to Tepper's in particular). Also, see the planters along Park Avenue in the triangle of public land now designated as Albert T. McWilliams Park. Sadly, there is no marker to identify this sliver park dedicated to the memory of the late mayor.
-- Dan Damon
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Does the City own this land? If so, then come January just get an appropriate sign, have a well-publicized dedication ceremony and unveil the long-overdue acknowledgement.
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