In May 2006, the Friends of Voelcker Park was established to organize individuals interested in the city's purchase of the Voelcker property to form a city park.
Now the Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy, this 501(c)3 nonprofit organization supports all aspects of the park, from planning activities to fundraising. The Conservancy office is located in the historic 1800’s Texas Stone House on the Voelcker Homestead. Access to the Voelcker Homestead has limited public access.
Executive Committee
Cindy Jorgensen
President
Brad Hawryluk
Vice President
Board Members
Phil Hardberger, President Emeritus
Bonnie Conner, President Emeritus
Tom Belden
Michael Bernard
Mark Barile
Akeem Brown
Frank Burney
Lawson Jessee
David Kinder
Jamie Kowalski
Jennifer Regnier
Manny Ruiz
Chuck Saxer
Susan Valdez
Colleen Waguespack
Larry Zinn
Conservancy staff
Melissa Kazen
Executive Director
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Teresa Shumaker
Associate Director
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Mission Statement
By preserving Phil Hardberger Park and its natural history, we inspire learning and create connections and engagement for enhanced well-being for all.
Vision Statement
Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy is a recognized model for how it supports urban ecology through its facilities, learning initiatives, and conservation projects.
Value Statements
The Phil Hardberger ParkConservancy will ensure at least 75 percent of the park remains undeveloped and that all Conservancy efforts will have a positive impact on the park.
The PHPC will advocate for and enhance an accessible and sustainable natural landscape for generations.
Through collaboration, the PHPC will seek to educate the public about the value and importance of our natural environment.