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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-3 Commemorative Bench Program POLICY i Section Policy No. Page anexhill Parks& Public Spaces 12-3 1 of 2 COUNTY Policy Title Date; Motion No. Commemorative Bench Program Policy April 25, 2023 151/23 Purpose: The Commemorative Bench Program serves to: 1. Provide r(siuri,u) �nd visitors with an opportunity to donate a bench to honor the memory and/or recognize the achievements of a friend or loved one and; 2. Promote a sense of community and ownership of parks,trails, and open spaces in the County. I Policv Guidelines: • Groups or individuals may request to purchase a commemorative bench to be placed on municipally owned land. • Site Identification: o Sites are to be chosen in consultation with Kneehill County Parks staff; however,this does not preclude installations at other locations or the replacement of old existing benches. o Benches will not be permitted in hazardous or environmentally sensitive areas, or under/over utility corridors. o Sites will also be reviewed for maintenance accessibility, for appropriate spacing from other benches, and in accordance with existing and anticipated County bylaws, policies and directives. o Sites will be allocated to donors on a first come, first-served basis. o Kneehill County will maintain an accurate register of each memorial bench location. • Benches will be a standard 6ft bench with back frame manufactured for commercial /public use. • Bench memorial plaques will be of a material suitable for outdoor benches, and sizing will be standardized based on the size of the bench with average sizing of 8" x 2 3/4" and shall not contain language that is obscene or offensive in nature. • All benches and plaques will be purchased through Kneehill County. • Installation will be undertaken by Kneehill County staff and will become the property and responsibility of Kneehill County. • Kneehill County reserves the right to refuse any application in memory of a publicly controversial individual; a controversial historical leader; a loved one that is not deceased; an animal or a pet. Policv Procedure: • Kneehill County Parks staff will administer the policy in accordance with the procedures outlined below. • The applicant will complete a memorial bench application form and submit to the Kneehill County Parks Department, which will outline up to 3 possible bench locations, • An application form is only considered complete when the location of the bench and wording for memorial plaque has been approved by Parks Department. POLICY Section Policy No. Page Parks & Public Spaces 12-3 2 of 2 Policy Title Date Motion No. Commemorative Bench Program Policy April 25, 2023 151/23 • If all sites are unacceptable, the Kneehill County Parks Department will work with the applicant to find another suitable location. • Once a suitable location is approved,the applicant will submit full payment where upon the bench will ' be ordered and installed. Rates will be set through the Master Rates Bylaw and will include the cost of the bench, shipping, memorial plaque engraving, and installation • NOTE: Kneehill County reserves the right to move or remove a commemorative bench should the location be determine to be unsuitable in the future. Every attempt will be made to relocate the bench to an appropriate location in keeping with the dedication. • Lifespan of bench is anticipated to be a minimum of 15 years, at which time the bench may be removed and the location will then become available for either renewal or replacement. L Jerry Witt ck, Mike Haugen, Reeve CAO Approved: April 12, 2016 144/16 Approved: October 8, 2019 382/19 Approved: April 25, 2023 151/23 Review Date: April 25, 2027