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Stebbins Center
A plus for the West Side
A proposed community center on Manchester’s West Side is a fitting tribute to the
late Mark Stebbins and a good use of land the city owns near Gossler Park and
Parkside schools.

Stebbins’ heart was in helping the city advance in measures large and small. His
family support of Easterseals, the YMCA, and the Boys and Girls Club, among
others, has been unwavering. A new center to serve child and family needs in this
area of the city is a wonderful extension of that commitment.

The West Side has a lot going for it (think Credit Union, Catholic Medical
Center, the Cashin Senior Center, and Ste. Marie parish among others). But it can
sometimes feel a bit removed from some city activities and services and the
future of West High School remains uncertain.

Jeanine Tousignant, an inspired choice to facilitate the Stebbins plan, says it is
about “gaining access to services in a very walkable area.” New immigrant
families, especially, will benefit from programs within walking distance for them.
The Stebbins plan aims to raise $17 million, all through private donations. That’s
a smart way to do it, for it promotes buy-in and support within the community.
Information on what can be a big plus for Manchester may be found at
www.markstebbinscommunitycenter. org.

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