A forum has been held by the Sandy Hook Permanent Memorial Commission.  The group charged with recommending whether a permanent memorial should be created, a design and a location was created in 2013. 

The group of 12 has been in contact with the families of the 26 children and women who were killed on 12-14.   18 of them have responded.  Emergency services groups, other parents of students at Sandy Hook School and staff members have weighed in as well.  Community members were called on to attend the open forum to hear updates and ask any questions. 

Another gathering will be held at the end of the month.