Twelve new park benches were approved by the Osage County Commissioners during their regular session meeting this morning.

 Commissioners Steve Talburt says it will cost just over $4,700 for the benches, and he explains why the benches are needed.

 In other business, the commissioners appointed Laura Teague to a six-year term for the Osage County Industrial Authority.

 The commissioners meet every Monday Morning at 10 a.m. at the OSU Extension Building in Pawhuska.