On April 5, 2025, the Town of Webster dedicated the newly constructed Rain Garden at memorial Beach to Ernie Benoit. Ernie devoted his life to enjoying and preserving Webster Lake, and the Rain Gaiden exemplifies his vision for protecting it. The Rain Garden will catch the runoff coming from the Memorial Beach Driveway and stop it from going into the lake.

Selectmen Earl Gabor stated the proclamation. Vice President of the WLA, Paul Laframboise made a statement regarding he and Ernie being two of the founding members of the WLA. Senator Ryan Fattman, who procured state funds for the Rain Garden, gave a the Citation to Arlene Benoit, Ernie’s wife.