Pinkerton Park
SIZE	4.5 Acres
LOCATION	Lewis Stein Road & West Stockton Boulevard (LAGUNA)
DESCRIPTION	This park includes an open play area, half-court basketball, play equipment, shade structure and a picnic area. An interpretive exhibit will describe the creek way. The park connects to a trail on both the east and west side of this park.
PROGRESS	The park is open for use. The park dedication is set for Thursday, May 15 at 5:30 p.m.
BIOGRAPHY	Elizabeth Pinkerton is a distinguished educator at local, state and national levels. She is a dedicated wife, mother, mentor, author, local newspaper columnist and is an esteemed leader in the Elk Grove community. Elizabeth is described by long-time colleagues as an innovative and creative thinker who has worked hard planting and nurturing the seeds for a quality education for all students. Her leadership in community and local history led to her involvement with several community projects including the moving of the Rhoads Schoolhouse to Elk Grove Park, the construction of the Elk Grove Hotel and Stage Stop, and the formation of the Elk Grove Historical society. Elizabeth was designated as Citizen of the Year for the Elk Grove community in 1982.
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