Our Progress
Timeline
7/11/2017
The Memorial committee met with the parks and zoning committee to discuss possible location on main street between the library and the park. Awaiting response from the Parks and Zoning committee at this time.
11/2017: Granite
We started meeting with different Granite companies to narrow down our design details a little farther.
2/2018: First annual MusicFest
We had our first annual Music Fest, it was such a big hit, we plan on doing it every year!!
4/2018: Awarded Land from the City
We officially got the green flag from the City of New Prague for our purposed location next to the library on main street.
4/2019: First Sign Placement
We offically got our hands dirty and place our first sign…
“Future Home of New Prague Veteran’s Memorial”4/2019: General Contractor signed
We have finally signed on with a General Contractor, Appro Development out of Lakeville, Mn.
We’re excited to start grinding away at the finer details of our design10/2020: Ground Breaking Ceremony
Cement and pillings are placed
Spring/Summer 2021: Construction continues
Landscaping, further cement work, as well as cement painting completed. Flag poles are places additional to the lighting for the site.
11/2021: Construction is Complete
Engraved granite, benches, soilder statue and eagle are placed.
May 14th 2022--- Dedication Ceremony