Make a Mark With Canton’s Bench Mark Program Need a unique gift? A special way to honor someone? Want to share the memory of a loved one? The City of Canton is now offering a program to purchase a plaque, bench, or both as a tribute to someone special. The BenchMark Program was the idea of Councilor JoEllen Wilson, who thought Canton needed this opportunity in our beautiful parks.“About one year ago, a constituent asked if she might place a plaque on one of the City park benches in honor of her uncle, a former council member. I had been interested in this project for a while, having visited Rolater Park in Cave Spring, Georgia, where I often enjoy their memorial benches,” said Wilson. “As I walk in Etowah River Park, it is such a respite to have lovely benches on which to rest. Adding the name(s) of those we wish to honor or memorialize will help, as we rest and enjoy the view.”The BenchMark Program is open to everyone and is not exclusive to City of Canton residents. The cost for an installed plaque including the engraving of four lines (28 characters per line) is $200. A bench is $1,300 including installation and an engraved plaque. Cost and product availability are subject to change. The City will choose the placement of plaques on current benches and the installation location of new benches.For more information or to order a plaque/bench, contact Parks and Recreation Manager Adam Dodson at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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