In 2024, Enhance La Jolla commissioned the Bench Renewal Project to bring back some 70 original wood benches to its original condition. Some of the benches are installed 25 years ago and a number of them have memorial plaques. Although we do not manage the prior Memorial Bench effort, we were very happy to lead their restoration.
A family who paid for their family bench many years ago meets with Enhance La Jolla's Manager Brian Earley to celebrate the renewal of their family tribute and gift to the La Jolla community.
Dr. Collins Bench in near Meanley Hardware was in very poor condition.
We can restore the respect that the Collins family deserves.
Restoration often started with a thorough cleaning.
Chris Cott starts the next step as sanding is done on every part of the bench.
A protective clear coat is applied several times to protect from the unrelenting salt air and sun.
Nearing the finished product.
We are proud of these benches and the families of La Jolla who helped build our community.
Wood benches are a benefit to all!