• Organization:
  A group of neighbors and concerned citizens from around the city of Sioux City



• Mission Statement:
  To perpetuate the park as a place of beauty and enjoyment for Siouxland residents; to act as an advisory group to the Security National Bank of Sioux City, the Trustee for The Clara Latham Park Trust:
• Research and develop methods, projects and programs that support the operating and capital improvement budgets as well as increasing the value of the endowment
• Preserve and enhance Latham Park for future generations
• Encourage area residents to appreciate gardening, historic preservation and natural beauty


• Vision Statement:
  To be a destination place for all people who enjoy beauty, or seek a place of reflection, by providing:
  • Beautiful garden displays
  • A well maintained house and grounds
  • A retreat for visitors
  • A Siouxland presence
  • A gardening education opportunity for young and old alike
  • Dedication to a common cause
  
  
• Membership:
  Open to any persons / businesses / organizations interested in preserving Latham Park:
  
  • Executive Board - 7 members: 4 elected officers / 3 appointed committee chairs
  • General Membership - annual dues of $25 per household
  • Sponsorship - donations of $50 or more in cash, materials or services


• Executive Board:
  
  • Co-Presidents - Jill Swanson & Nancy Watson
  • Vice-President - Sheryl Brosamle
  • Secretary - Judie Hayward
  • Treasurer - Mark Raymond
  • House & Grounds Co-Chairs - John & Michelle DiBerardino
  • Fundraising Chair - Kathleen Torbensen
  • Events Chair - Paul Campbell
  • Active Members:
    
    • Linda King
    • Bill & Dawn Tope
    • Dorothy VanderWeil
    • Laurie Taylor
    • Cynthia Deck
    • Pat Privett
    • Joe & Pam Coughlin
    • Diane & Scott Frick
    • Charles Reeser
    • Theresa Weaver-Basye
    • Marc & Ellen Andre Christofferson
    • Gordon Berry
    • Jan Beauchene


• Committees:
  
  • House and Grounds
    Restoring and maintaining Latham Park's infrastructure at a level of beauty and functionality it once experienced, using today's ideas and resources, while striving to honor Clara Latham's wishes
  • Fund Raising
    Preserving and protecting the legacy of Clara Latham by securing the financial resources needed to insure the perpetuation of the Park
  • Events
    Conducting activities within Latham Park in order to showcase the park's beauty, raising public awareness of its accessibility, and spreading the word to others about this "Hidden Treasure"


• Meetings:
  Held 7:00 P.M. on the second Thursday of each month at the Latham home - 1915 S. Lemon St., Sioux City, Iowa 51106



• Wish List & Contact Persons:
  See "The Legacy" page

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