2.11.08
Parks Foundation selects Executive Director, Officers, Directors, and Trustees
The Lincoln Parks Foundation is pleased to announce that Jolanda Junge-Kuzma has been named Executive Director. Jolanda has served for several years on the Foundation Board as well as the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Her knowledge and dedication will help the Foundation to continue to grow and move forward.
Christie Dionisopoulos has been elected Chair of the Lincoln Parks Foundation Board of Directors. Other officers elected are Bob Northrup of Northrup Design, Vice Chair, Liz Lange of the NU Foundation, Secretary and Bill Woito, Treasurer.
New Directors elected to the Board are Orville Jones, Heather Keele of Unthank Design, Lindsay Schellpeper of Ameritas, Devon Seacrest of WRK, LLC, and Jayne Snyder of Snyder Physical Therapy.
Returning Directors include Mary Arth, Bob Baldwin, Bill Blake of Baylor, Evnen, Curtiss, Grimmit & Witt, LLP, Karen Hand of Lincoln Public Schools, Sandra Hilsabeck-Hastings, Lynn Johnson, Director of Lincoln Parks and Recreation, Joyce Johnson of Joyce Johnson Insurance, Dan King of Lincoln Lancaster County Health Dept., Mike Seacrest, and Bus Whitehead of Whitehead Oil.
Trustees are selected by virtue of their demonstrated interest in maintaining and improving the high quality of Lincoln's Parks and Recreation system and because of their integrity and fine reputations within the community. Members of this newly created Board include Harley Bair, Chris Beutler, Dick Campbell, JeNeane and Roger Dodson, Albert Hamersky, Don Hamann, Bill Harvey, Dale Jensen, Roger Ludemann, and Clancy Woolman.
Established in 1992, the Lincoln Parks Foundation mission is to provide "margin of quality" financing to the City of Lincoln Parks & Recreation programs and facilities by securing, managing and allocating private funding over and above the responsibility of city government. Major projects have included Rickman's Run, the Sunken Gardens, and the Hamann Rose Garden.
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11.9.07
Lincoln Parks Foundation Wins "My Community, My Choice" Challenge
In a fall 2007 Alltel wireless promotion, "Our Community, Our Choice," the Lincoln Parks Foundation won $15,000 after receiving the greatest number of votes from Alltel customers, edging out Lincoln-Lancaster County Habitat for Humanity and The Lincoln Food Bank, two very strong nonprofits in the area. In addition, all three charities received $10,000 worth of supplies for their organization.
The Lincoln Parks Foundation received $10,000 worth of park benches, trees, picnic tables and more, as well as the $15,000 check from Alltel.
"Everyone at the Lincoln Parks Foundation would like to thank Alltel Wireless for the generous donation and to thank the community for their continued support," said Lynn Johnson, Director of the Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department. "The Lincoln Parks Foundation helps ensure the continued development and betterment of the quality parks and recreational system in our community."
9.26.07
Alltel Wireless invites Lincoln residents to vote for charity projects with ‘My Community, My Choice' challenge
Customers can text to enter their votes for project of their choice; Alltel to provide funding for three local charitable initiatives
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- Alltel Wireless, America's largest network with coverage across the nation, proudly announced today the "My Community, My Choice" challenge. Over the next 30 days, Lincoln residents are encouraged to vote for three worthy charitable initiatives that Alltel Wireless will fund in the Lincoln area. The organization that receives the most votes submitted via text message and online, will receive a donation of $25,000 worth of supplies and materials. Alltel will provide a $10,000 donation for each of the other two projects.
The charities participating include the Food Bank of Lincoln, distributing food to over 180 non-profit programs in 16 southeastern Nebraska counties; the Lincoln-Lancaster County Habitat for Humanity, providing residents in need with affordable housing; and the Lincoln Parks Foundation, maintaining trails, parks, gardens, pools and trees throughout Lincoln.
To vote, Alltel customers can visit www.alltel.com/community or send a text message to 102102 with the corresponding key word for the initiative of choice (FOOD, HOME, or PARK):
- For the Food Bank of Lincoln, customers can text FOOD. Alltel will purchase food items that will aid hundreds of families across the Lincoln area.
- For the Lincoln-Lancaster County Habitat for Humanity, customers can text HOME. Alltel will purchase necessary supplies and materials including tools, paint brushes, building supplies, paper products and more. The supplies will be used on the homes the organization is currently building in Lincoln.
- For the Lincoln Parks Foundation, customers can text PARK. Alltel will purchases trees, mulch, benches and other needed materials to help maintain Lincoln's beautiful parks.
"Alltel believes in being a devoted member of the community, and we are thrilled to fund each of the three projects in Lincoln," said Ric Sweatt, vice president of retail services for Nebraska, Alltel Wireless. "By working with these three causes, Alltel will help enrich the lives of Lincoln citizens as well as increase the community spirit and awareness of the Food Bank of Lincoln, Lincoln-Lancaster County Habitat for Humanity, and the Lincoln Parks Foundation."
Alltel (NYSE: AT) is owner and operator of the nation's largest wireless network and has 12 million customers. For more information about Alltel, please visit www.alltel.com.
June 12, 2007
Lincoln Parks Foundation Wins Environmental Award
On Tuesday, June 5, Mayor Chris Buetler presented the Lincoln Parks Foundation with a Lincoln-Lancaster County Environmental Award at the awards luncheon held at the Nebraska Champions Club.
The Lincoln Parks Foundation was recognized for their efforts in clean-up/beautification; improvement in the area's visual quality.
May 6, 2007
Procedural Move to Sharpen Resolve for City's Pools
The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department is planning a shift in general policy regarding aquatic facilities. Read Full Story....
April 29, 2007
Mayor Unveils 'Water Playground' for Trago Park
A unique water playground will be proposed as a part of the Trago Park master plan. Read Full Story....
February 2, 2007
New Projects announced for Lincoln Cares Program
Mayor Coleen J. Seng announced the projects to be funded by Lincoln Cares in 2007. It's fifth year in existance, Lincoln Cares will help fund eight projects. Read Full Story....
December 22, 2006
Restoration Work Continues in Wilderness Park
As part of restoration efforts in Wilderness Park, the Parks and Recreation Department is working again this winter. Read Full Story....
December 19, 2006
Parks Board Votes To Allow Alcohol in some city parks
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recently voted to allow alcohol in some city parks. Next month, the board will go before City Council. Read Full Story....
December 8, 2006
Liability Ruling Forces Limits on Sledding
The recent court ruling that prompted many Nebraska communities to close their skate parks has caused Lincoln Parks & Recreation officials to restrict sledding areas. Read Full Story....
November 16, 2006
Parks Department Looking for Photos
Lincoln Parks & Recreation is looking for photos of the WWI Memorial Dedication Program from 1923. Read Full Story....
November 15, 2006
Volunteers Offer Safety on Bridges
Volunteers from Pfizer and Lincoln Plating and members of the Great Plains Trails Network worked on bridges on new Jamaica North Trail. Read Full Story....
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