After years in discussions, the “East Lincoln Rescue Park” is moving toward a reality and we hope to have a ground breaking soon! All proceeds from Denver Days 2011 are dedicated toward the park project, designed for adults and kids from eastern Lincoln County and beyond.
The East Lincoln Rescue Squad provided vital emergency services to the citizens of eastern Lincoln County from 1977 through 2009. The all-volunteer squad worked tirelessly for many years. They gave their time for training, answered emergency calls 24/7 and gave of themselves for our benefit.
When, in 2009 Lincoln County did not renew the contract for emergency services, the squad decided that the community who had supported them all these years should be the beneficiary. All equipment and vehicles were distributed throughout the county to other emergency organizations. The building and land on Hwy. 16 was donated to the Denver Lake Norman Rotary Club Foundation, a nonprofit organization which has leased long term 32 acres on Galway Lane on which to create the “East Lincoln Rescue Park.”
The Foundation has an approved master plan and is fund-raising so phase one may be started. The plan shows 2-3 multi-purpose fields (soccer, lacrosse, football), playground, walking trails, picnic areas, dog park and disc golf. Once the park is completed, it will become the permanent location for Denver Days.
For updates, please visit www.denverlakenormanrotary.com and click on the Park button. If you would consider making a donation toward the park project, your donation may be tax-deductible. Please contact Guy Cline at guy.cline@ubs.com or call 828-381-5266 for information.
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