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Board agrees to move memorial bench away from brook after it was placed without coordination
Summary
Board members said a new memorial bench was set too close to the brook and tree roots; members agreed to relocate it to the day-use side near a white birch to allow maintenance access and protect roots.
Staff (S1) flagged that a memorial bench had been set near the brook and that members had not been informed of its placement. Members expressed concern about access for maintenance and potential root damage: "It wasn't supposed to be on the brook," Chair (S2) said, urging relocation to the day-use side behind the fence and away from the white birch.
Committee member (S4) said the bench appears to be simply set, not bolted, and suggested moving it to the agreed corner by the white birch to avoid damage and to maintain access in the event of storms. The board directed staff to check whether the bench is bolted, move it to the day-use side if not bolted, and report back.
