The City of Billings Parks, Recreation and Public Lands (PRPL) Department received a donation from Ron Schultz and Marcia Bickel in the amount of $1,500.00 for the purpose of donating a bench and memorial plaque to honor Robert and Gloria Schultz who is Ron's brother and sister-in-law and Marcia's Grandparents.  The bench will be located on City-owned land managed by Public Works - Belknap, commonly known as Mystic Park, next to the Heritage Trail.  Public Works - Belknap personnel are working with PRPL on the final location and installation.  According to City policy, all donations greater than $500 must be approved by the City Council. 

Council may:

• Accept the donation.  
• Decline the donation.

There will be no financial impact to the City.

Staff recommends that Council accept this $1,500 donation to provide a bench and memorial plaque at Mystic Park and acknowledge this gift to the community from Ron Schultz and Marcia Bickel.