03. Janet Swenson's Memorial Plaque RequestTo: Scandia City Council
From: Scandia-Marine Lions Club
Date: April 24, 2024
Subject: Request for Permission to Install a Memorial Plaque
The Scandia-Marine Lions Club is reques�ng your permission to honor a cherished member of our
community, the late Janet Swenson, who devoted much of her life to serving and upli�ing the spirits of
those around her.
Janet was not only a pillar of the Scandia community but also an ac�ve member of our Lions Club. Her
unwavering commitment to service and her ability to bring people together le� an indelible mark on all
who had the pleasure of knowing her. To commemorate her legacy and the profound impact she had on
our community, we propose to install a memorial plaque in her honor.
We have selected a spot that was dear to Janet and where she spent much of her �me—the Scandia
Community Center. The bench at the entrance would serve as a reminder to all who enter that Janet
spent her life in service to Scandia.
The small proposed plaque would carry the following inscrip�on picked by her family:
In Loving Memory of Janet Swenson
"May her legacy inspire each of us to live with purpose, to serve with love, and to cherish the
moments that connect us all."
We believe this tribute will serve as a las�ng reminder of Janet’s contribu�ons and will inspire others to
live with the same kindness and dedica�on she exhibited throughout her life.
We kindly request the Council's approval to proceed with this hear�elt project. We are prepared to cover
all associated costs and will ensure that the installa�on is completed professionally and respec�ully,
maintaining the aesthe�c and integrity of the Community Center surroundings.
Thank you for considering our request.
Warm regards,
Pa� Ray
President
Scandia-Marine Lions Club