Memorial bench to grace Library grounds

At the Oct 12, special city meeting, former Apalachicola resident Gary Barber sought and gained city commission approval to install a memorial bench in memory of his mother on the grounds of the Apalachicola Municipal Library.

Barber told the commission that he would defray all costs associated with the installation and removal of the bench if it becomes necessary.

Barber’s mother the late Erma Barber faithfully served the City of Apalachicola as its Municipal Librarian for a period of sixteen years. The 5’ wide inscribed bench made out of Georgia grey granite is expected to arrive at the library in early November.

On a motion made by City Commissioner Frank Cook, the commission moved unanimously to grant Barber’s request.