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Commission approves Tyler J. Lawrence memorial playground sign at Airport Park
Summary
The commission approved wording and placement for a memorial sign at Airport Park playground honoring Tyler J. Lawrence; recreation director said the project was funded by the state and CPA and an opening is planned for early May.
NORWOOD, Mass. — The Norwood Airport Commission on Jan. 29 approved a dedication sign for the new Airport Park playground honoring Tyler J. Lawrence.
Sam White, the Town of Norwood’s director of recreation, presented the sign text and a mockup. White said the playground currently has wood chips in place for winter and that the rubber safety surfacing will be installed in warmer weather; one ladder was delayed but has since been delivered and final work is pending. He said an opening is planned for Friday, May 16 (the date described as tentative).
White read the proposed inscription, which begins “Tyler J Lawrence Memorial Park” and says, in part, “Tyler J. Lawrence was a loving, kind and energetic boy with a great sense of humor and a bright beautiful smile. He was a joy of his mother's life and a cherished grandson.” White said the design matches existing Norwood memorial airport signage and that the selectmen had already reviewed and approved the wording.
Why it matters: the sign is a public dedication at a town playground supported by local and state funds; approving the wording allows fabrication and installation to proceed.
Commission action: Commissioner John moved to approve the sign as presented; Commissioner Mike seconded. Commissioners recorded affirmative votes and the motion carried.
White said the playground work was funded by the state and by Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds. The sign will be placed at the front center of the playground so visitors see it as they enter.
Ending: The commission congratulated White on his new role and approved the sign wording and placement so the town can proceed with fabrication and installation.
