City Council gets closer look at proposed Veterans Memorial renovation
Austin Daily HeraldApr 15, 2024
Apr. 15—During its work session Monday night, the
In speaking to the council,
The estimated cost is between
Ruzek told council members that the
"We're just getting going," Ruzek told the council, adding that he hoped the city would find some funds to donate as well. "We still have quite a ways to go yet."
As it stands now, plans call for the pavers to be raised out of the ground they currently rest in and will be mounted on steel structures with granite trim that will provide angles for people to better view the pavers and the names etched on their surface.
"The benefits of this is that maintenance is going to be eliminated," Ruzek said. "The pavers aren't going to be subject to frost or weeds."
He also said that it will be easier to hold ceremonies at the site.
The
This most current proposed renovation will allow for an additional 700 pavers, something the space is currently limiting.
Ruzek said they hope to begin work on the project this year with the project also eyed to be finished in 2024, but that will all depend on whether or not they can raise the appropriate funds.
"When we get the money, things will fall into place really well," he said.
No decision was made by the council Monday night, with talks expected to continue at a later date.
In the meantime, those wishing to donate to the renovation fund or to learn more can call Ruzek at 1-507-460-8965 or email him at mcruzek@charter.net. People can also call Veterans Services at 1-507-434-2712. Donations are tax deductible.
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