Benchmark Program

*Benchmark requests received January 1-June 30 will be installed between May and October of the same year.*

The Benchmark program was established to offer individuals and groups the opportunity to honour friends and loved ones, or to celebrate special events through the refurbishment of an existing park bench, or the installation of a new bench.

Program Description

A bronze plaque will be placed on the bench to serve as a lasting tribute. Opportunities also exist for park tables.

The new location request will be forwarded to Sustainable Developement for review and approval. If the location is approved, a community consultation process will be undertaken. Residents in view of the bench will be polled and a 66% approval is required for the City to proceed with the bench.

Program Requirements

Individuals and/or groups who wish to participate in the Benchmark Program are required to complete the Benchmark Donation Form and provide a cheque made payable to the City of Edmonton. Tax deductible receipts will be issued.

All benches and plaques will be maintained in their original location or in an area near the original location, if possible, as long as the bench is safe and viable. The disposition or relocation of the bench/plaque is at the sole discretion of the City. The landscape will remain in its natural state. Maintaining a viewpoint or vista is not part of the program. Benches placed along ravines with a drop off may require a wrought iron railing. This will be installed at the donors cost.

Allocation of Funds

Proceeds from the Benchmark Program will go towards the preservation and development of green spaces.

How to Participate

1. Complete the online Benchmark Program Donation Form
2. Send your cheque, payable to the City of Edmonton, to the contact below.

Photos

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  Aggregate Bench
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  Heritage Bench
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  Metal Bench

For More Information

City of Edmonton Benchmark Program