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Volunteer fire department proposes memorial bench for longtime member Thomas Ackley
Summary
The Blandford Volunteer Fire Department asked the Select Board to allow a memorial bench and garden for the late Thomas Ackley to be placed in Watson Park near the barn and American flag; the board agreed and will consult the Historical Commission on plans.
The Select Board agreed to a proposal from the Blandford Volunteer Fire Department to place a memorial bench and garden honoring Thomas Ackley in Watson Park.
Mark Boomsma, representing the Blandford Volunteer Fire Department, presented the plan and said the bench would be located near the barn and the American flag. The board indicated support for the proposal and noted that final placement and design will involve discussions with the Historical Commission.
No formal funding or appropriation was recorded in the minutes; the item will proceed through the Historical Commission review process as needed.
