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Bryan cemetery proposal could ban metal benches, force removal of existing ones
By Ezekiel Ramirez at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
Families who have placed metal benches near the graves of loved ones at the Bryan City Cemetery could soon be forced to remove them under a proposal city officials plan to bring before Bryan City Council in July. Watch the full story here: Bryan cemetery proposal could ban metal benches, force re...
Key takeaway "Recently staff brought to our attention some safety concerns for the benches," Parks, Recreation and Facilities Director Mike Riggens said.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Families who have placed metal benches near the graves of loved ones at the Bryan City Cemetery could soon be forced to remove them under a proposal city officials plan to bring before Bryan City Council in July. Watch the full story here: Bryan cemetery proposal could ban metal benches, force re...
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