Ventura-- The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Tuesday, December 13, to name a park on the Lewis Road property after District Two Supervisor Linda Parks.
The item, brought forward by District Five Supervisor Vianey Lopez, did this because of Parks’ dedication, long service to the County, and her investment in the property.
Lopez said Parks worked hard supporting the Lewis Road complex and championed the Growing Works Nursery and the preparation of the facility master plan to guide the property’s future build-out.
“Before I came on the board, I heard about and learned about her work there,” Lopez said. “While this property is in the Fifth District, and given her dedication, I really would like to ask our board to consider this and support the growth and future development of this property.”
She said the Garden Park is about two acres.
“When it is completed, it will be an asset to everyone, especially those nearby,” she said. “We received letters of support from multiple people, Dr. Richard Yao, the now mayor of Camarillo, Susan vSantangelo, the CCI President, Assembly Member Steve Bennett, and the Executive Director of NAMI. A number of people have gotten behind this as appreciation for…
