Rose garden book and plaque
given to Town
Wednesday, August 17, 2011 Oliver Chronicle Page A11
Lyonel Doherty - Oliver Chronicle
Triangle Park and the Memorial Rose Garden began in 1999 with completion in 2000 by a dedicated group of individuals as a “Millennium Project.” That group enlisted the cooperation and contribution of other citizens, organizations, businesses and local government to create what has become a centerpiece of the community.
During last year’s CIB judging, it was noted that although there is a plaque in Triangle Park recognizing the efforts of this ambitious group, there was nothing to indicate the rose garden’s significance at the site.
“Since Communities in Bloom represents the same ideals of bringing together the entire community to contribute to the enhanced beauty and quality of life as the original Millennium Project committee, it is particularly fitting that we are able to provide the addition of a beautiful memorial book recognizing the efforts of the original committee, along with the names of the donors of the roses and loved ones for whom the Rose Garden was planted,” Trimmer-Bahnsen said.
Communities in Bloom also ordered a plaque to be placed within the Rose Garden with a brief explanation of the history and significance of the garden.
The plaque reads:
May we also, once again thank council and the many businesses, service clubs and individuals for their remarkable support in our efforts to continue to have Oliver bloom.
From the Oliver Chronicle