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memorialize her sister by putting a plaque at Round Island Park, and staff' s dilemma in finding a connection between the park and the proposed honoree . He provided an overview of the policies of Brevard and Palm Beach Counties , and the City of Vero Beach, which has a tree planting program . He recommended that if the Board adopts a policy, it should be cost-neutral and require a connection between the memorialized individual and the location of the commemorative item . Assistant Administrator Zito noted that if an individual or group is otherwise worthy of recognition, a proclamation may be a more appropriate way to acknowledge their contribution. Discussion ensued, as the Board considered what would be appropriate ways to accommodate the citizens wishing to donate memorial items, while retaining some control over County spaces . Ideas mentioned included developing a good set of consistent rules ; mirroring Vero Beach ' s tree planting program; and ensuring that the memorial donation is appropriate for a park location or associated with some type of amenity the County needs , such as additional bus shelters . Commissioner Wheeler emphasized that an elected official who receives remuneration for his/her job should not be eligible for this type of memorial . Administrator Baird conveyed his support for instituting a program similar to Vero Beach ' s tree dedication program . Chairman Solari suggested staff compile data on specific items and places that would be available for various public dedications , and desirable for tree plantings . Assistant Administrator Zito confirmed that staff would draft a policy which would include a tree dedication program modeled on that of Vero Beach, as well as an identification of areas that need benches or structures . He noted that the Board could oversee requests for memorial plaques on a case-by-case basis . 21 January 18 , 2011