The applicant is requesting approval to install a granite memorial bench within Johnson Square on the corner of Bull and East Congress Streets.

The bench text is proposed as follows:

• Top of the Bench: “Celebrating 250 years of American Freedom 1776-2026”
• Front End of the Bench: “The Sons of the American Revolution”
• Legs of the Bench: “SAR”

Recommendation: The Historic Site and Monument Commission recommends approval to the Savannah City Council to install a granite memorial bench within Johnson Square on corner of Bull and East Congress Streets, with the following conditions, because the proposed work otherwise meets the Master Plan and Guidelines:

• Provide a determination that existing utilities will not be affected. [Note: Documentation has been provided to MPC staff and this condition has been fulfilled.]
• Provide the text heights. Except the marker title, the marker text cannot be more than 1” in height, and not less than 1/2”.
• Contact the Mayor and Aldermen, or their designee, to determine the appropriate Escrow Payment.

File No. 22-000107-HM

Approval