Farr West to cover backlog of veterans' bricks while program rules are formalized

Sep 18, 2026

Council discussed replacing a backlog of veterans' commemorative bricks at Smith Family Park. Staff estimated about 100 unprocessed bricks at roughly $14 each for laser engraving; the city agreed to cover the immediate backlog and discuss annual budget sustainment later.

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Council members discussed the veterans' bricks backlog at Smith Family Park and options for covering costs. Bob (speaker 3), describing the history of how bricks were issued, said the prior language about veterans assisting with costs was lost and proposed the city cover the current backlog while formalizing an application and process going forward.

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