Commission urges promotion of veterans memorial registrations as etching backlog delays installs

A committee member told the commission that memorial registration requests for stone etching were due by the end of the month and reported low participation, prompting a discussion about outreach and timing.

The commission discussed how etching and installation schedules depend on contractor timing and that slow uptake can delay installs; a member suggested the commission promote qualifications and donation options online and through the city newsletter. The member recommended the commission "Read the qualifications online, and so we could start the commission can start promoting that so they have more understanding of" the program.

The Chair described the memorial’s appearance and value to the community, saying the stones and granite are notable and that visitors often respond positively: "They're they're absolutely beautiful, man." The commission agreed to have city media (Sarah Williams) include memorial promotion in upcoming communications and to scan materials and distribute them to commissioners for outreach.