HomeMy WebLinkAbout8673RESOLUTION NO. 8673
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS
COMMEMORATIVELY NAMING OF THE CLASSROOM AT THE JOSLYN
SENIOR CENTER THE "PETE SERFASS CLASSROOM."
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is requesting the
commemorative naming of the Joslyn Senior Center Classroom as the "Pete Serfass Classroom"
in honor of Pete Serfass who has made significant contributions to the Redlands community as
described in Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Redlands adopted Resolution No. 7711 on
February 21, 2017; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Resolution No. 7711, the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Committee has the appropriate jurisdiction to review park naming recommendations; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the requirement of Resolution No. 7711, Criteria for
Naming Parks, Buildings and other Public Facilities, City parks, buildings or other public
facilities may be named for a person or entity who has made a significant contribution to the
Redlands community, provided such person shall be deceased for at least (3) years prior to
designating his or her name for a park, building or other public facility, unless waived by the
City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
REDLANDS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 4. The classroom in the Joslyn Senior Center, located at 21 Grant St., will be
known as the "Pete Serfass Classroom."
ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this I" day of April 2025.
"A t
Mario Saucedo, Mayor
ATTEST:
J e Donaldson, City Clerk
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1, Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk of the City of Redlands, hereby certify that the foregoing
resolution was duly adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 1" day of
April 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Barich, Tejeda, Davis, Shaw; Mayor Saucedo
NOES:
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nne Donaldson, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT "A"
Pete Serfass: Pete Serfass, whose legacy at the Joslyn Senior Center reflects over two
decades of unparalleled service. Mr. Serfass devoted more than 20 years to leading the
center's Bridge Group, fostering camaraderie and connection among its members. His
leadership extended beyond Bridge; as a volunteer member of the Senior Activities Board
for 10 years, Mr. Serfass played a pivotal role in shaping programs and advocating for the
needs of seniors. Mr. Serfass' service to his country was equally distinguished. Drafted into
the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, he rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel during a
24-year military career marked by dedication and excellence. After retiring, Mr. Serfass and
his family settled in Redlands, where he combined his passion for Bridge with a deep
commitment to community service. Mr. Serfass' love for the game began in his youth, and
he shared this enthusiasm with others through his voluntary direction of the Bridge program
at the Joslyn Senior Center. Mr. Serfass' passing in 2020 was a great loss to all who knew
him, but his contributions continue to be felt through the programs and friendships he
nurtured.
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