Moved by: Councillor Vicente
Seconded by: Councillor Santos
Whereas the City of Brampton, including its lands, peoples, cultures and heritage, has a rich and diverse history worthy of celebration and recognition; and
Whereas recognizing our City’s diversity through possible naming opportunities for City assets such as streets, facilities and parks is an appropriate way to celebrate our collective cultural heritage from all over the world; and
Whereas City Council has approved an Asset Naming Policy to facilitate commemorative recognition to honour events and individuals’ outstanding achievements, distinctive service, or significant community contributions, including recognition of the City’s rich cultural heritage; and
Whereas a revitalized multi-use park with basketball courts and spectator stands would provide a space where youth who cannot afford to play sports at private gyms can pursue their interests in a safe, public space in Brampton; and
Whereas Marc Eversley is the new General Manager of the NBA’s Chicago Bulls and an alumni of Brampton’s Cardinal Leger high school; and
Whereas Marc Eversley is an excellent role model for Brampton's youth, highlighted in the Black and Caribbean communities and it is appropriate to recognize and commemorate Brampton’s cultural community heroes and significant individuals whose ideals and beliefs contribute to the cultural mosaic that makes Brampton a special and inclusive place;
Therefore Be It Resolved that an appropriate future Basketball Court at Bruce Beer Park be named to commemorate the new General Manager of the NBA’s Chicago Bulls and Cardinal Leger high school alumnus Marc Eversley, in accordance with the City’s Asset Naming Policy.