• 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
• Motivate 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:
  
  • Board of Directors - currently open to expansion by nomination
  • General Membership - annual dues of $25 per household
  • Sponsorship - donations of $50 or more in cash, materials or services


• Officers:
  
  • President - Jim Jung
  • Vice-President - Mark Raymond
  • Secretary - Judie Hayward
  • Treasurer - Marilyn Eickholt
  • Active Board Members:
    
    • Linda King
    • Dorothy VanderWeil
    • Kathleen Torbensen
    • Laurie Taylor
    • Cindy Deck
    • Pat Privett
    • Becky Bowers
    • Kitty Green
    • Joe & Pam Coughlin


• Committees:
  
  • House and Grounds
    Bringing Latham Park back to a level of beauty it once experienced using today's ideas and resources, while striving to honor Clara Latham's wishes
  • Grant / Fund Raising
    Preserving and protecting the legacy of Clara Latham through the securing of financial resources needed to insure the perpetuation of the Park


• 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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