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Decorations: Donations may not be decorated with portraits, ornaments, flags, figurines, or other decorations. Decorations will be removed and disposed of without notice or warning. Criteria for acceptance Park Plan: Donations must follow the approved park plan. If a plan does not exist, the donor must propose the placement of the donations under the following conditions: 1. Provides a legitimate community -wide benefit, 2. does not interfere with current or future use of the park facility, and 3. does not require the relocation of other equipment o .x fras \1tureccommodate the donation. } Memorial Tree Tree Selection: Tree species will depend on the park. , "will assist in identifying a suitable tree for the desired placement area. The size will be based on the city landscaping ordinance. Placement location is at the sole discretion of city staff and is based on park use and maintenance. Preferred tree sizes are 8-12 feet tall and approximately two inches in diameter. Tree Care: The city shall be responsible for tree care and will replace damaged/dying donations for five years from the date of planting. Replacement may be deferred to the next growing season (mid -April to early June or the fall) at the city's sole discretion and at no cost to the donor. Trees may be replaced up to two times if stolen or damaged. Tree donation/memorial plaques are not permitted. Donors may receive a medallion and certificate suitable for framing. Accessory Plantings: The city will not plant or maintain flowers, bulbs, shrubs or other accessory plantings (Plantings). Plantings must be approved by city staff before setting the Plantings. If not properly maintained, the city shall remove the plantings without notice at its sole discretion. Tribute Bench "%,�", The city has sole discretion regarding placement of new benches. Bench placements shall coincide with master plans or renovation of parks. There are no current opportunities for tribute bencbes at Rivers Edge Commons Park Bencb Design: Memorial benches have a standard design (pictured). On occasion, the bench design may differ if it is a newly installed bench as a part of a park redesign or planning project. Installation Season: Benches and plaques are installed between April and October, weather permitting. Bench Terms: The guaranteed term of a tribute bench is ten years. Bench installation and maintenance will be handled by the Parks and Recreation Department staff. After ten years, the bench will no longer be guaranteed or maintained. Plaque: Benches may come with include a tribute plaque. Plaque location, size, materials, text and graphics shall be approved by the Elk River Parks and Recreation Director. 2