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CIOSI – Renaming New World Park 1 Renaming of New World Park 2 October 8, 2024 Vice Mayor Ian Hugh requested the Council consider renaming New World Park to in honor of Al McCoy. 3 W Olive Ave. W Butler Dr. Renaming of New World Park 4 Renaming of New World Park BASKETBALL COURT NEW IRRIGATION AND HYDROSEED Entire park 2024 PLAYGROUND Replaced 2022 OTHER UPDATES ⁻ Nearly 1 acre of turf converted to Xeriscape or low water landscape. 2024 ⁻ Drinking fountains, bike racks and trash receptables were replaced. 2024 ⁻ 15 new trees were planted. 2024 ⁻ Upgrade to LED Lighting. 2025 SAND VOLLEYBALL COURT Updated sand containment 2024 5 Renaming of New World Park NEW PLAYGROUND Renaming of New World Park 6 AL McCOY •Long-time Glendale Resident •Community Leader •51 years as Phoenix Suns Broadcaster •Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame •Phoenix Suns Ring of Honor Renaming of New World Park 7 Parks and Recreation Policy states: "Suggestions or applications for names covered or contemplated by this policy could be initiated by Council, the public, or city staff. Regardless of how or by whom the name(s) are initially introduced, this policy will apply, and the Council will have the final decision on all names." Renaming of New World Park 8 Staff is seeking direction and consensus from the Council on renaming the park.