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**SOLD OUT**Lambert Branch Park Fence Engraved Pickets Fundraiser
Memorial Trees and Benches Program Steps
How to give a gift that cultivates the earth and keeps important memories alive:
- Review Memorial Tree and Bench Options.
- Select type of tree or bench to be purchased and donated.
- Fill out the form and return with payment to the Parks and Rec Department.
- Purchase a commemorative plaque that meets the City specifications outlined below and deliver plaque to the Parks and Rec Department.
- Contact Granbury Parks & Recreation Department with any questions or concerns.
Please Note: In the event that trees become damaged or die, or if plaques and benches are damaged or stolen, the City is not obligated for their replacement.
Download .pdf of brochure and donor form here.
Memorial Tree Program
Honor someone special by having a tree planted for them in a city park. Choose from Live Oak, Red Oak, Chinquapin Oak, Chinese Pistache, Crape Myrtle and Desert Willow trees. These trees are favorable for North Central Texas.
By planting trees in the city we beautify the community, help reduce erosion of topsoil, by wind and water, moderate the temperature, clean the air; and create a source of joy and spiritual renewal.
- 30-gallon tree: $250
- 15-gallon tree: $150
Tree Plaques
Donor must supply a 4-inch by 8-inch (4”x 8”) bronze plaque. Engraving must conform to prescribed format. Cost to install plaque and surround with concrete is $75.00.
Planting
City staff will plant trees between November 1 and March 1 of each year. Donors may select a specific park site for the planting, but the tree’s exact location will be determined by the Parks and Recreation Department. The City cannot guarantee a specific planting date.
Granbury Dog Park
Want to donate a tree in honor of a favorite family pet? Now that’s possible. This program follows the same guidelines as the Memorial Tree Program except a display board with name plates will be positioned in a central location at the Granbury Dog Park.
Bench Plaques
All plaques for trees and benches should be inscribed using the following format.
In memory/loving memory/honor of
Bob Smith
April 3, 1945 - October 15, 2015
Additional inscriptions, including religious symbols or other content, are prohibited.
Donor must supply a 3-inch by 6-inch (3”x 6”) bronze plaque. Engraving must conform to prescribed format.
Memorial Certificate
Once the memorial tree or bench has been installed, a certificate and a map showing the approximate location of the tree will be mailed to the mailing address specified on the application form.