Forum Discussions - Friends of Encanto Park2024-03-29T08:06:10Zhttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/forum?feed=yes&xn_auth=noConcert in Encanto Park and re-building the Encanto bandshelltag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2018-11-20:2205131:Topic:447442018-11-20T01:50:15.895ZMichael Puceloskihttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/MichaelPuceloski
<p>Hi Friends, I am new to Friends, but I have lived in Phoenix for 55 years and about 10 years in central Phoenix. I have been mulling around the idea that it would be nice to have concerts in the park. On July I contacted city parks and Encanto Park and started the idea of a concert series. The city finally arranged a concert on amphitheater island about a week ago and about 150 people from the surrounding neighborhoods attended. Pretty good start. What do any of you think of trying to make…</p>
<p>Hi Friends, I am new to Friends, but I have lived in Phoenix for 55 years and about 10 years in central Phoenix. I have been mulling around the idea that it would be nice to have concerts in the park. On July I contacted city parks and Encanto Park and started the idea of a concert series. The city finally arranged a concert on amphitheater island about a week ago and about 150 people from the surrounding neighborhoods attended. Pretty good start. What do any of you think of trying to make the concert series permanent and advocating for a band shell. The city/private groups are going to spend 100,000,000 dollars on Hance Park. I think now is good time to get a commitment from the city to build the band shell. It is going to take a big group effort from the surrounding neighborhoods.</p> Encanto Park 2018tag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2018-02-05:2205131:Topic:437432018-02-05T18:06:35.674ZKelly Larabeehttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/9jlsrkz2eck
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="text-align: left; color: #000000; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline; white-space: normal; orphans: 2; float: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: transparent;">Encanto Park is thriving!</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Thank you Mary Kem for this wonderful…</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="text-align: left; color: #000000; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline; white-space: normal; orphans: 2; float: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: transparent;">Encanto Park is thriving!</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Thank you Mary Kem for this wonderful then and now time capsule!</span></p>
<p></p> PPPI Project Updatetag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2013-10-25:2205131:Topic:405012013-10-25T19:49:28.570ZKelly Larabeehttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/9jlsrkz2eck
<p>The latest project update from <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Julie Ebersole, Park Manager, Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department,…</span></p>
<p>The latest project update from <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Julie Ebersole, Park Manager, Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department,</span> <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Downtown Division. (images included in the attachment)</span></p>
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<p><b>Encanto Park Improvement Project Summary</b> </p>
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<p>Below is a summary of the projects that are currently underway at Encanto Park. The order of the projects listed is based on priority and projected construction completion dates from the Parks Division and community input.</p>
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<p><b>1. </b> <b>Sports Complex</b></p>
<p>The Sports Complex has been open for use. There are minor repairs taking place that remain from the contractor’s punchlist.</p>
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<li>New fabric will be ordered to replace the existing windscreens.</li>
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<p><b>2. </b> <b>Perimeter Fence Project</b></p>
<p>The perimeter fence is complete. The contractor is still cleaning in a few areas to complete comply with all contract obligations.</p>
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<p><b>3. </b> <b>Restroom Buildings</b></p>
<p>Plans are 100% complete and have been permitted.</p>
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<li>Parks Development is working with Johnson Collier to come to an agreement on a price for the improvements.</li>
<li>The City expects to have a contract in place within the next 2 weeks.</li>
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<p><b>4. </b> <b>Picnic Areas</b></p>
<p>The ramada plans are 100% complete and have been permitted.</p>
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<li>Parks Development is working with Johnson Collier to come to an agreement on a price for the improvements.</li>
<li>The City expects to have a contract in place within the next 2 weeks.</li>
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<p><b>5. </b> <b>Lake Improvements</b></p>
<p>Pump is complete.</p>
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<li>The pump was recently inspected and it is working as designed.</li>
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<p> <b>6. </b> <b>Signage and Entrance Enhancements</b></p>
<p>Plans are 100% complete and have been permitted.</p>
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<li>Parks Development is working with Johnson Collier to come to an agreement on a price for the improvements.</li>
<li>The City expects to have a contract in place within the next 2 weeks.</li>
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<p><b>7. </b> <b>Playgrounds</b></p>
<p>Now that the Sports Complex and the fence projects are completed, the playground project will take the forefront and be one of the next improvements in the park.</p>
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<li>The City has developed an aquatic theme for the playground on the Encanto B site of the park. Miracle Playgrounds, Cemerock, and Micon Construction will utilized to complete all the playground improvements.</li>
<li>Wood fiber was installed at the playground in Encanto A and will be installed under the new equipment at Encanto B.</li>
<li>A community meeting was held to select the exercise equipment. The items selected will be installed in the area just East of the existing pool.</li>
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<p>Additional projects as funding permits are: parking lot improvement, lagoon dredging, lighting, clubhouse renovation, irrigation improvements, and sports field improvements.</p>
<p></p> PPPI Capital Improvements Begin!tag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2012-10-09:2205131:Topic:364492012-10-09T17:28:39.690ZKelly Larabeehttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/9jlsrkz2eck
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<p>Friends of Encanto Park formed when a group gathered around the notion that Encanto Park wasn’t meeting its potential and needed an advocate. We established our mission to:</p>
<p>× support Encanto Park improvement and beautification;</p>
<p>× collaborate with the existing park management team and Phoenix city government; and</p>
<p>× be open in encouraging participation from all parts of the community.</p>
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<p>Our first plan was replacing the…</p>
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<p>Friends of Encanto Park formed when a group gathered around the notion that Encanto Park wasn’t meeting its potential and needed an advocate. We established our mission to:</p>
<p>× support Encanto Park improvement and beautification;</p>
<p>× collaborate with the existing park management team and Phoenix city government; and</p>
<p>× be open in encouraging participation from all parts of the community.</p>
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<p>Our first plan was replacing the fencing along Encanto Boulevard and cleaning up the Lagoon and water ways. We were naïve yet thankfully optimistic since it would have been discouraging to know it would take 7 years to get a new fence! As the timeline has stretched, so has the vision. The talent and generosity of volunteers has demonstrated the goodwill Encanto Park radiates. It has been delightfully inspiring to witness the transformation of this splendid public asset.</p>
<p>Thanks to the excellent people who represent us from the City of Phoenix, and the Phoenix Parks and Preserve Initiative (PPPI), new high- quality and finial-embellished fencing will replace all existing city fencing surrounding Encanto Golf Course. By New Year’s Eve we should be able to stroll along Encanto Boulevard admiring the new fence and enjoying the set-back that makes the sidewalk more walkable. </p>
<p>The remainder of the Encanto Park PPPI fund will be used, between now and June 2013, to build: </p>
<p>× Restrooms and Entry Projects (design, abatement, entry improvements)</p>
<p>× Sports Complex Projects (Tennis court replacement, resurface basketball and volleyball courts)</p>
<p>× Ramada/Hardscape Projects (New shade structures, cement picnic pads, tables, grills, ADA improvements throughout the park)</p>
<p>× Playground Areas Project (Demo & replacement of B-side playgrounds, landscape improvements and work out stations)</p>
<p>× Irrigation/Lagoon Projects (watervision conversion, convert controllers to i-central, flood irrigation improvements)</p>
<p>These developments will join the Historic Little Red Bridge, the Garden of Dreams, flower beds, trees, Clubhouse renovations, the Entrada, and beyond that have bettered Encanto Park for the Phoenix community and its visitors. Each contributor’s efforts can be applauded as we build upon the foundations laid 77 years ago and help spread enchantment. </p>
<p>¡Cresimiento Encanto! Together we grow~</p> Looking for Recommendations - Landscape Cotag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2012-07-12:2205131:Topic:348442012-07-12T22:47:51.309ZJan Sherwoodhttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/JanSherwood
<p>The Valley Garden Center is currently taking proposals (due by 7/27/12) for landscape maintenance at The Valley Garden Center, the Arboreal Garden and the Rose Garden areas at Encanto Park. If you love your landscape company and would like to recommend them to the Valley Garden Center please send them a note at <strong>info@valleygardencenter.org</strong> or call Lynda at 602-252-2120.</p>
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<p>The Valley Garden Center is currently taking proposals (due by 7/27/12) for landscape maintenance at The Valley Garden Center, the Arboreal Garden and the Rose Garden areas at Encanto Park. If you love your landscape company and would like to recommend them to the Valley Garden Center please send them a note at <strong>info@valleygardencenter.org</strong> or call Lynda at 602-252-2120.</p>
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<p></p> History Channel Filming at Encanto Park June 17, 2011tag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2011-06-16:2205131:Topic:258422011-06-16T18:07:00.733ZKelly Larabeehttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/9jlsrkz2eck
Encanto Park is so glamorous that the History Channel will be filming at the park from 6:30am – 7:30 pm tomorrow! Alas, it’s about the pigeons. The show they’re filming is American Inventors and will feature an East Valley entrepreneur’s invention designed to move the pigeons along. The park will make a wonderful backdrop as the historic Red Bridge will likely be featured and the Garden of Dreams is in active construction. <br></br><br></br>Please feel free to go and look as they film around the park.…
Encanto Park is so glamorous that the History Channel will be filming at the park from 6:30am – 7:30 pm tomorrow! Alas, it’s about the pigeons. The show they’re filming is American Inventors and will feature an East Valley entrepreneur’s invention designed to move the pigeons along. The park will make a wonderful backdrop as the historic Red Bridge will likely be featured and the Garden of Dreams is in active construction. <br/><br/>Please feel free to go and look as they film around the park. It should be interesting to watch the birds, and the production! The History Channel has also generously made a donation for Friends of Encanto Park as a gesture of goodwill toward the community and park wildlife. <br/><br/>Thank you History Channel! We'll post the airdate when available. <br/> Summer Swim Lessonstag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2011-05-07:2205131:Topic:246422011-05-07T15:11:42.021ZKelly Larabeehttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/9jlsrkz2eck
Today is the first day to sign up for swim lessons. See this link for details: <a href="http://phoenix.gov/SPORTS/encant11.pdf">http://phoenix.gov/SPORTS/encant11.pdf</a>
Today is the first day to sign up for swim lessons. See this link for details: <a href="http://phoenix.gov/SPORTS/encant11.pdf">http://phoenix.gov/SPORTS/encant11.pdf</a> Spring Lessons and Leagues at Encanto Sports Complextag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2011-01-28:2205131:Topic:44242011-01-28T16:35:05.000ZJan Sherwoodhttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/JanSherwood
<p>Please pass on to friends and neighbors. </p>
<p><br/>Encanto Sports Complex Spring Brochure is now available on line at</p>
<p> <a href="http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/encanto.html">http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/encanto.html</a> </p>
<p><br/>Spring Registration (March, April, May) opens Saturday 2/5/11 at 10:30am. We will be offering: youth, teen and adult tennis lessons, youth soccer leagues and adult tennis leagues. </p>
<p>Thanks - Jan</p>
<p>Please pass on to friends and neighbors. </p>
<p><br/>Encanto Sports Complex Spring Brochure is now available on line at</p>
<p> <a href="http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/encanto.html">http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/encanto.html</a> </p>
<p><br/>Spring Registration (March, April, May) opens Saturday 2/5/11 at 10:30am. We will be offering: youth, teen and adult tennis lessons, youth soccer leagues and adult tennis leagues. </p>
<p>Thanks - Jan</p> Spammers removedtag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2011-01-05:2205131:Topic:38362011-01-05T19:20:47.000ZKelly Larabeehttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/9jlsrkz2eck
<p>Happy New Year! I'm sorry to report that someone attempted to contact several Friends of Encanto Park with a questionable and personal communication. Spammers are not welcome on this site and have been removed. Please continue to report inappropriate information and never offer personal information.</p>
<p><br/>Sorry for the inconvenience!</p>
<p>Happy New Year! I'm sorry to report that someone attempted to contact several Friends of Encanto Park with a questionable and personal communication. Spammers are not welcome on this site and have been removed. Please continue to report inappropriate information and never offer personal information.</p>
<p><br/>Sorry for the inconvenience!</p> The Diamond Jubilee Cocktail Party - Tickets available nowtag:friendsofencantopark.ning.com,2010-11-07:2205131:Topic:26992010-11-07T20:02:56.000ZKelly Larabeehttps://friendsofencantopark.ning.com/profile/9jlsrkz2eck
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<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Book Antiqua','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><font color="#000000">Please join us in celebrating 75 Years of heritage.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span> The evening will feature the artistic and culinary excellence of Historic Downtown Phoenix, offerings from our favorite local restaurants, full hosted bar and presenting art, musical and theatrical delights at an oasis within the larger community celebration.</font></span></p>
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<p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Book Antiqua','serif'"><font color="#000000"><font size="3">Your Donation of $75.00 will help Encanto Park grow for the next 75 years. <b>$50.00 Advance Tickets available via the link below.</b></font></font></span></p>
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<p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Book Antiqua','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><font color="#000000">For additional information, please email</font></span> <a href="mailto:pick.ron@gmail.com"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Book Antiqua','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><font color="#0000FF">pick.ron@gmail.com</font></span></a> <span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Book Antiqua','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"><font color="#000000">or call 602- 254-1010.</font></span></p>
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<p>To purchase advance tickets - please follow the following link. (also available from the main page)</p>
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