Clearwater, we need your help!
We have delivered your 10,863 petition signatures to the City of Clearwater. They are currently being verified by the Supervisor of Elections. The City of Clearwater is bound by the charter to certify them, and if deemed sufficient, give YOU the opportunity to take back the public street that the city gave to the Church of Scientology. Will the City Council listen to the people? Support our efforts to save Garden Avenue and take back our public street.
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Save The Garden Update
On June 18, 2026, the Clearwater City Council voted 3–2 to vacate South Garden Avenue and transfer it to the Church of Scientology.
Following the vote, Save The Garden initiated the referendum process provided under Section 6.02 of the Clearwater Charter. The process allows citizens to challenge a recently adopted ordinance and, if sufficient signatures are obtained, place the matter before Clearwater voters.
Our role is to inform the public about the process, organize the collection of signatures, and partner with legal experts to defend citizens' rights to petition the government.
The referendum committee has approximately 90 days to collect the required number of signatures from registered Clearwater voters. If the necessary signatures are verified, voters will have the opportunity to decide whether to approve or reject the ordinance.
Save The Garden's long-term vision remains unchanged: preserving public access to South Garden Avenue and exploring opportunities to celebrate Clearwater's history through public spaces, educational exhibits, and heritage-focused projects.
For updates about the referendum process and related developments, follow Save The Garden and review information provided by the referendum committee.
With gratitude,
Brooks Gibbs
#SaveTheGarden
P.S.: After we are able to secure the street for public control, with the city's approval, we intend to create a memorial garden as well as a mile-long memory lane for the citizens to enjoy. CLICK HERE to learn more about our vision.
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