Written by Jason Chamberlain

Edited by Ted Lehr

Since 2021, you may have noticed black park benches on both sides of Kenmore Blvd, spanning from Florida Ave. to 13th St. This inspired addition to the area was the brainchild of Kenmore resident (and member of the Board of Trustees of the Kenmore Chamber of Commerce), David E. Culbertson.

Culbertson, an avid cyclist, was riding along Main St. when he noticed similar benches and realized that the BLVD District has several bus stops but nowhere for waiting patrons to sit. This led to the idea that has manifested before us today.

The benches, manufactured by Victory Stanley, each weigh 300 lbs., and are 50- inches wide with powder coated seats. They are of a classic design and built to last. A placard is centered in the middle of the backrest that reads “Donated by Kenmore Chamber of Commerce.” Funding for the benches was exclusively provided by the Chamber.

So, what can we expect in the future from the COC? According to Culbertson, there are plans for more benches to be added throughout Kenmore.