On December 7th, our Youth Community Involvement Task Force unveiled two Buddy Benches, one at Coral Reef Park and the other at Palmetto Bay Park. Hand painted and designed by our Youth Community Involvement Task Force, the buddy benches will promote kindness and friendship in our parks. Guest speakers shared their experiences and Mayor Karyn Cunningham, Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer and Councilman Steve Cody gave special remarks and took a seat at a Buddy Bench. My Buddy Bench Project is a nonprofit organization that combats bullying through the installation of Buddy Benches in elementary schools and public spaces. The benches provide a safe and inclusive environment for children to play with their friends and meet new ones. Stop by and see how these benches are bringing our community closer! All you have to do is sit down.