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We invite the public to pay tribute to a person, organization or occasion by donating a bench or tree for installation in the municipality through the Commemorative Bench and Tree Program.
The program operates on a full cost-recovery basis. The program contributes to the beautification and “greening” of the municipality while increasing community amenities.
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Requests |
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Any person wishing to donate a bench or tree must complete the Commemorative Bench and Tree Program Request Form. For Spring planting/placement, the request form deadline is April 1. For Fall planting/placement, the request for deadline is September 1. |
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Fees |
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The CB&T Program covers its costs with fees outlined in the Municipality of North Perth Rates and Fees by-law. Full payment and completed request form is required prior to the donation being processed. |
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Plaques |
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Individual plaques are offered for benches and group acknowledgement is made for trees. Choice of plaque wording for benches is offered on the request form. |
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Tree Species |
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Choice of tree species can be found on the List of Eligible Commemorative Trees. Eligible trees are native species. |
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Replacements |
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Trees will be replaced at no charge within 3 years of the original planting date or subsequent replanting date if required. Benches will be maintained for a maximum of 10 years and plaques will be maintained for a maximum of 2 years. Bench repair/replacement after 10 years will be at the Municipality's discretion. Replacement for vandalism will occur 1 time for a commemorative bench or tree. |
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Location |
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Placement option include in downtowns, cemeteries, parks, trails and facilities in North Perth. Donors can list their preferred location on the request form but specific location is at the discretion of Municipal staff. |
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Payment options |
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Below is a sample model of what the commemorative bench will look like:
