Also, most of the requests have been very reasonable so it is a good time to develop a policy instead of waiting to create a policy because of a request that might not be something we want in a park. In the future if an item doesn't fit the policy, it would be brought before the Park Commission to determine if it improves the park for the citizens of Madison. Language can be added to clarify the distinction between a memorial for an individual or for an event or group of people, i.e. Holocaust Memorial, or of historical consequence. In. to utilize a small park-owned property northwest of Olin Park for the purpose of maintaining a storage and launching facility for sailboats for the years 2001 through 2003. It's condition has not improved since the State of the Parks presentation last fall.
Space is rented to individuals but no group has championed restoration of the facility.
It is one of the most graffitied spots in the park system. In light of the redevelopment occurring in the neighborhood and the need for community rowing facilities in the city, discussions have centered on a multiple phase program beginning with money being provided to stabilize the building to preserve it. Then through community grants and fundraising efforts, it continues into the planning and restoration phase. If we wait for the planning and restoration phase to occur there may not be a building to preserve unless something is done to stabilize it now. The Camp Randall Rowing Club is willing to partner with the city and be a lead group working on fundraising.