Planning staff described a concept and timeline for a veterans tribute to be sited on the east side of the City Hall parking lot. The concept includes six benches or stone blocks representing the U.S. military branches, dedicatory pavers available for purchase, a ring of honor walkway, and a central monument. Staff said the city and the veterans tribute committee have agreed to work together, that the project will use committee funds and a Collin County grant, and that staff hopes to complete construction and open the site by Memorial Day 2026.

Staff discussed materials and fabrication details, saying the benches/blocks would be 6 by 2 by 18 inches to match existing stonework near City Hall; each branch would be represented with either an engraved stone face or a bronze medallion. A consultant's concept plan was shown to commissioners and staff said bids are already solicited for components but sourcing the specified stone remains a logistical challenge.

Commissioners and staff discussed lighting, the scale of sculptural elements, and cost; staff said earlier, larger design elements were scaled back because of funding limits and that the project currently includes a lit monument and horizontal, low‑profile elements. Staff emphasized intent to complete the tribute with existing funding and grant support.

Provenance: Remarks introducing the veterans tribute begin where staff announced the city's agreement to work with the committee and conclude with discussion of materials, bids, and schedule toward a Memorial Day 2026 target.