By Debra Parkhurst
The Selectmen heard a proposal for a “Kindness Rocks” installation for Bedford at their meeting on September 5.
Bedford resident Elena Pellegrino proposes to create a public area where decorated rocks, conveying positive messages, can be gathered and shared. Individuals and groups can create messages that can be viewed or shared, added to or removed. Pellegrino said the program promotes positive energy and kindness and has been successful in other communities. The location suggested by Town Manager Rick Reed is on the Narrow Gauge Rail Trail between Loomis Street and the Great Road, a trail used widely by walkers, dog walkers, and cyclists.
Pellegrino will set up and maintain the site during the warmer months, taking it down over the winter.
The Selectmen agreed that this is a positive thing for the community and provides opportunities for found art, school groups, youth groups, as well as the involvement of The Bedford Garden Club and the Bedford Arts and Crafts Society. There was some concern over the need for “editing” or monitoring, and possible precedent setting. Reed said that a simple temporary license would be created, which can be rescinded, if necessary. The Selectmen will review the license at the next meeting.
For more information on the Kindness Rocks project: www.thekindnessrocksproject.com
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