The Southampton 150th Anniversary Legacy Fund is donating over $90,000 to the local cenotaph rejuvenation project.
Joanne Robbins, speaking on behalf of the legacy fund committee says in a statement, “We are very pleased to present this cheque for $91,300 to the Cenotaph renovation,” adding, “It is a truly worthy project which so beautifully meets our criteria.”
The Town says in a release, the Southampton cenotaph rejuvenation project includes enhancements to the High and Huron Street intersection to honour veterans of Southampton and Saugeen First Nation. It includes two memorial walls on the southwest and northwest corners, restoration of the existing cairn and cross, and landscaping on the traffic island for improved aesthetics and accessibility.
The project also includes the relocation of the mosquito bomber interpretive plaque and the installation of a duplicate of the women in military interpretive plaque.
“This project is about remembrance, respect, and community pride,” says Mayor Luke Charbonneau, adding, “We are grateful for the support from the Southampton 150th Anniversary Legacy Fund which will help ensure the Cenotaph remains a meaningful and accessible place for generations to come.”