Dear City Council Members, Mayor, and City Manager,
I strongly oppose naming the new 49-acre park “Southeast Fresno Sports Complex.” This name disregards the hundreds of community members who participated in the February 2025 online poll that sought to honor the land’s agricultural heritage.
While the proposed name is descriptive, it ignores public input and the original goal of reflecting the area’s history and community identity, and it’s a missed opportunity to honor significant leaders and stories connected to Southeast Fresno. Choosing a name outside the community’s top choices undermines trust in the engagement process and shows disinterest for community voices.
It is important that the council chooses a name that includes community input to build connection, a sense of belonging, and encourages civic engagement.
I urge the Council to vote NO on this name and to choose one that reflects the values and voices of Southeast Fresno residents.
I am writing to wholeheartedly support naming the new 49-acre park Southeast Fresno Sports Complex. This name not only reflects the facility’s purpose but also proudly identifies the community it will serve. One feature I am particularly excited about is the planned gymnasium. Having a modern indoor space alongside the outdoor fields will create a well-rounded facility that meets diverse recreational needs, from youth programs to community events. This balanced approach shows real foresight in meeting current and future demands. I also commend the City for leaving room to name future amenities after specific individuals. This thoughtful decision ensures the park can honor the many cultures, histories, and leaders that make Fresno unique while keeping the overall name inclusive and representative of the whole community.
I strongly oppose to this being the name of 49-Acre Park as this name disregards the community who participated in the online poll which means that the publics' choice was completely ignored.
I am writing to express my strong support for officially naming the new 49-acre park Southeast Fresno Sports Complex. As a long-time Fresno resident committed to the growth and well-being of our community, I believe this name clearly reflects the park’s purpose, location, and promise for the future. The proposed name is straightforward and descriptive, immediately communicating to residents and visitors alike that this is a premier athletic facility serving Southeast Fresno.
I am especially excited about the planned addition of a state-of-the-art gymnasium. This will provide much-needed indoor space to complement the outdoor fields and amenities, making the complex a year-round destination for sports, fitness, and community gatherings. Please consider adding volleyball courts in the development to expand recreational options.
I also appreciate the Councilmember and the City’s decision to reserve the naming of future amenities for individuals. This thoughtful approach allows the park to honor Southeast Fresno’s diversity and history while keeping the overall name inclusive and representative of the whole community.
Thank you for your time and consideration to expanding Fresno’s recreational opportunities. I look forward to seeing the final park come to life as a vibrant hub for sports and community connection and respectfully urge you to approve naming this vital community asset the Southeast Fresno Sports Complex.
Dear City Council Members, Mayor, and City Manager,
I strongly oppose naming the new 49-acre park “Southeast Fresno Sports Complex.” This name disregards the hundreds of community members who participated in the February 2025 online poll that sought to honor the land’s agricultural heritage.
While the proposed name is descriptive, it ignores public input and the original goal of reflecting the area’s history, community identity and it’s a missed opportunity to honor significant leaders and stories connected to Southeast Fresno. Choosing a name that includes community voices is an opportunity for the council to acknowledge community members and what would support them in feeling confidence and belonging to this new pubic space. This is an opportunity for us to honor and uplift the important stories and leaders in the Southeast Fresno area and to have a name that either reflects the land or the stories that belong to this part of Fresno.
A name can be simple, but I've seen so many comments from online and it goes to show that the name of this park means a lot to our community. Names create visibility and empowerment. It's a way for the city council to say yall see us, hear us and care for our us.
I urge the Council to vote NO on this name and to choose one through a process that reflects the values and voices of Southeast Fresno residents.
Dear City Council Members, Mayor, and City Manager,
I strongly oppose naming the new 49-acre park “Southeast Fresno Sports Complex.” This name disregards the hundreds of community members who participated in the February 2025 online poll that sought to honor the land’s agricultural heritage.
While the proposed name is descriptive, it ignores public input and the original goal of reflecting the area’s history and community identity, and it’s a missed opportunity to honor significant leaders and stories connected to Southeast Fresno. Choosing a name outside the community’s top choices undermines trust in the engagement process and shows disinterest for community voices.
I urge the Council to vote NO on this name and to choose one that reflects the values and voices of Southeast Fresno residents.
I don’t support calling the new 49-acre park at 2155 South Peach Avenue the “Southeast Fresno Sports Complex” because it’s not even a sports complex — it’s a park. The name makes it sound like it’s only for sports when it’s really a space for the whole community. Something like “Peach Park” or “Heritage Harvest Park” would make way more sense and actually reflect what it is and where it’s at.
We would love to have a sports complex in our neighborhood. We don’t have parks in South East Fresno. I hope it includes a gymnasium. Also, I would love to suggest names for the park.
I visit this neighborhood often and have friends who live in the area. Wonderful park, so glad to see more recreation areas in Fresno! But this name doesn’t lend any prestige to this center, and doesn’t align with the wishes of local residents. A survey was taken on potential name option, why should the park not be named by the community?
Why even have a survey for names if you are not only not going to use them but also going to go with something that wasn't on the survey and doesn't represent the community at all?
Everyone knows where Woodward Park is, everyone knows where Roeding Park is, or Kerney Park. No one has an issue with those names. Names of places are important, and this chosen name isn't right for a project of this majesty or important for the community.
This is an uninspired and clinical name for a park that is meant to become a staple of our community. The "sports complex" part of the name serves to describe a portion of the Facility. However, it doesnt represent other aspects (dog park, community garden, playground, splash pad, picnic areas, etc). Naming it a "sports complex" in title is a disservice to the community in that it obscures the other amenities offered to the community. Additionally, naming it an uninspired name like "Southeast Fresno" does not promote name recognition of the park and does not promote the joy that this park will bring to the community. Any of the polled options (Peach Park, Seed and Stone Park, Heritage Harvest Park, etc) would be lovely names for this community park. As it is currently proposed, the park name is a cold, bland misnomer that would be hard to direct interest to by name alone. Southeast Fresno deserves nice, attractive amenities--even in name.
Dear City Council Members, Mayor, and City Manager,
I strongly oppose naming the new 49-acre park “Southeast Fresno Sports Complex.” This name disregards the hundreds of community members who participated in the February 2025 online poll that sought to honor the land’s agricultural heritage.
While the proposed name is descriptive, it ignores public input and the original goal of reflecting the area’s history and community identity, and it’s a missed opportunity to honor significant leaders and stories connected to Southeast Fresno. Choosing a name outside the community’s top choices undermines trust in the engagement process and shows disinterest for community voices.
It is important that the council chooses a name that includes community input to build connection, a sense of belonging, and encourages civic engagement.
I urge the Council to vote NO on this name and to choose one that reflects the values and voices of Southeast Fresno residents.
I am writing to wholeheartedly support naming the new 49-acre park Southeast Fresno Sports Complex. This name not only reflects the facility’s purpose but also proudly identifies the community it will serve. One feature I am particularly excited about is the planned gymnasium. Having a modern indoor space alongside the outdoor fields will create a well-rounded facility that meets diverse recreational needs, from youth programs to community events. This balanced approach shows real foresight in meeting current and future demands. I also commend the City for leaving room to name future amenities after specific individuals. This thoughtful decision ensures the park can honor the many cultures, histories, and leaders that make Fresno unique while keeping the overall name inclusive and representative of the whole community.
I strongly oppose to this being the name of 49-Acre Park as this name disregards the community who participated in the online poll which means that the publics' choice was completely ignored.
I am writing to express my strong support for officially naming the new 49-acre park Southeast Fresno Sports Complex. As a long-time Fresno resident committed to the growth and well-being of our community, I believe this name clearly reflects the park’s purpose, location, and promise for the future. The proposed name is straightforward and descriptive, immediately communicating to residents and visitors alike that this is a premier athletic facility serving Southeast Fresno.
I am especially excited about the planned addition of a state-of-the-art gymnasium. This will provide much-needed indoor space to complement the outdoor fields and amenities, making the complex a year-round destination for sports, fitness, and community gatherings. Please consider adding volleyball courts in the development to expand recreational options.
I also appreciate the Councilmember and the City’s decision to reserve the naming of future amenities for individuals. This thoughtful approach allows the park to honor Southeast Fresno’s diversity and history while keeping the overall name inclusive and representative of the whole community.
Thank you for your time and consideration to expanding Fresno’s recreational opportunities. I look forward to seeing the final park come to life as a vibrant hub for sports and community connection and respectfully urge you to approve naming this vital community asset the Southeast Fresno Sports Complex.
I just think the name should be more meaningful in a way where it calls out everyone in the community and it's history.
Dear City Council Members, Mayor, and City Manager,
I strongly oppose naming the new 49-acre park “Southeast Fresno Sports Complex.” This name disregards the hundreds of community members who participated in the February 2025 online poll that sought to honor the land’s agricultural heritage.
While the proposed name is descriptive, it ignores public input and the original goal of reflecting the area’s history, community identity and it’s a missed opportunity to honor significant leaders and stories connected to Southeast Fresno. Choosing a name that includes community voices is an opportunity for the council to acknowledge community members and what would support them in feeling confidence and belonging to this new pubic space. This is an opportunity for us to honor and uplift the important stories and leaders in the Southeast Fresno area and to have a name that either reflects the land or the stories that belong to this part of Fresno.
A name can be simple, but I've seen so many comments from online and it goes to show that the name of this park means a lot to our community. Names create visibility and empowerment. It's a way for the city council to say yall see us, hear us and care for our us.
I urge the Council to vote NO on this name and to choose one through a process that reflects the values and voices of Southeast Fresno residents.
Dear City Council Members, Mayor, and City Manager,
I strongly oppose naming the new 49-acre park “Southeast Fresno Sports Complex.” This name disregards the hundreds of community members who participated in the February 2025 online poll that sought to honor the land’s agricultural heritage.
While the proposed name is descriptive, it ignores public input and the original goal of reflecting the area’s history and community identity, and it’s a missed opportunity to honor significant leaders and stories connected to Southeast Fresno. Choosing a name outside the community’s top choices undermines trust in the engagement process and shows disinterest for community voices.
I urge the Council to vote NO on this name and to choose one that reflects the values and voices of Southeast Fresno residents.
Sincerely,
Tammy Vang
I don’t support calling the new 49-acre park at 2155 South Peach Avenue the “Southeast Fresno Sports Complex” because it’s not even a sports complex — it’s a park. The name makes it sound like it’s only for sports when it’s really a space for the whole community. Something like “Peach Park” or “Heritage Harvest Park” would make way more sense and actually reflect what it is and where it’s at.
We would love to have a sports complex in our neighborhood. We don’t have parks in South East Fresno. I hope it includes a gymnasium. Also, I would love to suggest names for the park.
It would nice to have volleyball and basketball courts
I visit this neighborhood often and have friends who live in the area. Wonderful park, so glad to see more recreation areas in Fresno! But this name doesn’t lend any prestige to this center, and doesn’t align with the wishes of local residents. A survey was taken on potential name option, why should the park not be named by the community?
Why even have a survey for names if you are not only not going to use them but also going to go with something that wasn't on the survey and doesn't represent the community at all?
Everyone knows where Woodward Park is, everyone knows where Roeding Park is, or Kerney Park. No one has an issue with those names. Names of places are important, and this chosen name isn't right for a project of this majesty or important for the community.
This is an uninspired and clinical name for a park that is meant to become a staple of our community. The "sports complex" part of the name serves to describe a portion of the Facility. However, it doesnt represent other aspects (dog park, community garden, playground, splash pad, picnic areas, etc). Naming it a "sports complex" in title is a disservice to the community in that it obscures the other amenities offered to the community. Additionally, naming it an uninspired name like "Southeast Fresno" does not promote name recognition of the park and does not promote the joy that this park will bring to the community. Any of the polled options (Peach Park, Seed and Stone Park, Heritage Harvest Park, etc) would be lovely names for this community park. As it is currently proposed, the park name is a cold, bland misnomer that would be hard to direct interest to by name alone. Southeast Fresno deserves nice, attractive amenities--even in name.