Recognition Park Benches
Recognition Park Bench Donation Policy
Please note that we accept applications year round, but installation of plaques and benches is limited during the summer months (May 15-Oct 15).
Option 1: Recognition plaque applied to existing bench
- Selected bench must be an existing standard, black powder-coated, steel bench
- Cost of plaque fabrication and installation: $500
- The donation (bench location, plaque wording, etc.) must be approved by the Department of Parks, Recreation & Waterfront.
- Not available for City Hall Park benches
Option 2: New standard bench with recognition plaque
- Installation of a new standard, black powder-coated, steel bench with recognition plaque
- Cost of bench, recognition plaque and installation: $2500 in most parks and $3500 for City Hall Park
- The donation (bench location, plaque wording, etc.) must be approved by the Department of Parks, Recreation & Waterfront.
Option 3: Artisan recognition bench
- Development and installation of a new, custom artisan bench in a proposed location
- Cost of bench proposed by applicant; an additional administrative fee of $500 will apply.
- Any associated permits must be completed by the applicant; permitting fees may apply.
- Dependent on the materials utilized, an additional annual maintenance fee may apply.
- The bench design must be developed by the applicant and comply with ADA standard requirements.
- The bench design and donation must be approved by the Department of Parks, Recreation & Waterfront, and the Parks & Recreation Commission.
Please complete and submit the following Park Bench Donation Form.
