Rose Garden City Staff

With the Public/Private Partnership the Friends of the San Jose Rose Garden has with the CIty of San Jose, we have a very close relationship with the City staff, particularly the on-site staff at the Rose Garden. They are an integral part of our success, assisting us with our massive volunteer days, and helping the volunteers on different projects. They have a big park here, and a big job. We are happy to help them with the roses.

Hugh Lykins with Lance Loveday

Lance, who holds the position of Gardener, previously worked a route taking care of multiple parks.  Lance received the Rose Garden assignment because of his work ethic.  People have been impressed with his “can do attitude”.  Having one big park to take care of instead of many small ones has its benefits.  It doesn’t hurt that it’s a beautiful park.  “I enjoy working here 5 days a week, it’s a great experience” says Lance.

Hugh Lykins recently returned to the garden. He worked in the garden about 10 years ago when there were three full time workers (there currently are 2). He comes to the garden after working at Guadalupe River Park for several years. Hugh was selected for this position in part because of his reputation of being a very energetic worker. Employed 17 years with the city, he wanted to return because he "really enjoyed working with the roses". Of the volunteers that practically come on a daily basis, he said "it is really nice to have them around. They do a really good job." We want to welcome Hugh to the Rose Garden and look forward to a close working partnership.

If you happen to see Lance or Hugh working while visiting the garden, make sure you say "Hi."