It is true that F&M does mow the grass and empty the trash cans at Buchanan Park. In return, the City reduces the “in- lieu- of- taxes payment” that it requests of F&M as a non-profit corporation. In 2008, Mayor Gray agreed to allow a $44,655 reduction in F&M’s payment in exchange for the grass-mowing and trash removal.
Everything else is done through the City’s Dept. of Public Works which is funded by the City taxpayer. Charlotte Katzenmoyer directs this department.
The Dept. of Public Works is responsible for the maintenance of all buildings and other structures, including recreational equipment. The City’s arborist, Jim Bowers, is responsible for the trimming, removal and planting of all trees.
The Loyalty Day Committee, through the proceeds from its annual Buchanan Park Festival (being held this weekend), pays for special projects in the Park. Several other organizations, including the Men’s Garden Club, provide volunteer services.
