The City of Gulf Breeze and Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce are excited to launch the “Name Our Park” contest that invites City of Gulf Breeze residents to share their creativity and submit their suggestions for the official name of the new 5.56-acre park being planned for the former Wayside Park.
 

The challenge to residents is simple yet incredibly fun: Name our park!
 

The contest, which runs through Monday, March 24, aims to find a fitting and inspiring name for our waterfront park that embodies the theme of a “classic, nostalgic 50s and early 60s retro-modern state park feel.” The plans are a re-creation of the ultimate/ideal 50s and early 60s hip/cool, modern family experience for paddlers, fishers, and boaters.
 

It offers City of Gulf Breeze residents a unique opportunity to have a lasting influence on the park’s identity for generations to come, by providing a name that will resonate with the authentic spirit of our community and foster a sense of belonging.
 

Mayor JB Schluter invites all residents to engage in the fun. “We hope that by involving our residents in this process, we'll nurture a sense of ownership, and create a park name that reflects the true essence of City of Gulf Breeze, connecting us to our heritage and the beauty of the park's natural landscape.”
 

In addition to the naming rights and the satisfaction of providing the park’s official name, the resident who submits the winning name will also receive $300 and be honored at a future unveiling showcasing the name on the official park signage.
 

The Name Our Park video can be viewed at: 

HOW TO ENTER THE CONTEST
 

To submit a name for consideration, click the
city logo and complete the short entry form
including your suggested name, your reason for
the name, and your contact information. The entry form
takes less than five minutes!

Submissions must be received by no later than Monday,
March 24th at 4 PM.
 

The contest is open to City of Gulf Breeze residents of all ages. All submissions must be submitted online. Entries should reflect the values of our community, celebrate our County's rich heritage, culture, and natural resources, and inspire a sense of inclusivity and togetherness. All submissions must be received online and only one submission per resident will be accepted.
 

The Gulf Breeze Tourist Development Advisory Committee will make a recommendation on the winning name to the Gulf Breeze City Council. No vulgar, crude, religious, or political submissions will be considered.
 

Complete contest rules can be found online at:                                                    CLICK ON CITY LOGO
 

So, get your thinking caps on City of Gulf Breeze. We look forward to hearing from you. Good luck!
 

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW PARK

For more information about the park, including project updates, timelines, planning materials, and the most up-to-date version of the evolving Park Master Plan, please visit the Projects webpage at https://cityofgulfbreeze.us/city_project/wayside-west/