New Faribault Park Could be Named Pelagie
The Faribault City Council recently approved the purchase of land behind the Crooked Pint Restaurant. The grassy area goes south toward the viaduct. This area is directly east of the Alexander Faribault house (across the road). Mayor Kevin Voracek told us on New Year s Eve day plans are to eventually develop a park there.
I propose it be named Pelagie Park in honor of Alexander Faribault s mother. She was held in high esteem by her Dakota people because of her acts of generosity.
The apple didn t fall too far from the tree. Alexander donated a significant amount of land to help develop Faribault into a bustling community. He was so generous in fact he died in poverty.