HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/04/2013 - Regular Minutes - Historic Preservation CommitteeMINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE
March 04, 2013
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COUNTY OF BRAZOS §
Present:
Linda Harvell, Chair
Jerry Cooper
Patricia Cleere
Ann Hays
Gary Ives
Joel Mitchell
Libby Vastano
City Staff:
Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary
Jacob Morris, Historic Records Coordinator
Marci Rodgers, Senior Services Coordinator
1. Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present
With a quorum present, the Historic Preservation Committee was called to order by Chair Linda Harvell at 4:03 p.m. on Monday, March 4, 2013 at the Stephen C. Beachy Central Park Office,
1000 Krenek Tap Road, College Station, Texas 77842.
2. Hear Visitors
There were no Citizen Comments.
3. Possible action and discussion on absence requests.
Committee discussed absences:
M.D. Marshall, unexcused.
4. Possible action and discussion of previous minutes.
MOTION: The Committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes with minor correction.
5. Possible action and discussion of Exploring History Luncheon speakers and sponsors.
Committee discussed the Exploring History Luncheon. Professor David Woodcock was confirmed as the September speaker. The junction boys were unconfirmed for June, but should know in approximately
a week, but it was suggested to arrange a backup speaker. Ann Hays agreed to contact Bush Library for a speaker for July.
Committee discussed securing sponsors. St Joseph Gold Medallion may sponsor one month, but not confirmed. Members agreed to contact potential sponsors:
Chik Fil A, Pat Cleere
Chicken Express, Joel Mitchell
Subway, Gary Ives
Kroger, no volunteer
Lincoln center was suggested as a possible venue for next year’s luncheons. Committee agreed to look into their facility further, notably the wireless and the sound system.
6. Report from HPC staff on Historic Records Coordinator Office activities.
Jacob Morris summarized the activities provided in the agenda packet. He also informed members that an ongoing project was underway to update the American mile bricks, and encouraged
members to submit historical events for inclusion.
7. Possible action and discussion of HPC appointments.
Gary Ives introduced himself as the newly appointed member. Sherry Mashburn reported that election date changes may allow members to serve six additional months. Committee suggested
methods to track terms, including adding the date to members’ names on the committee website.
8. Review, possible action, and discussion regarding the following sub-committees:
Historic Marker Program
Gary Ives informed committee of a bridge, near Barron Road, that may be eligible for a historic marker, and committee discussed area historic bridges.
Oral History Transcription Project
Exploring History Lunch Lecture Series
See item 5 for discussion, above.
75th Anniversary
Committee discussed 75th Anniversary developments. The sponsor packet has been prepared, and members have started contacting potential sponsors. Chair Harvell requested that committee
members contact potential sponsors and volunteers. She requested someone to coordinate the event at the Southwood Community Center, scheduled for November 15th. Gary Ives volunteered
to assist. Pat Cleere indicated that Sunny Nash may be able to contact Lyle Lovett for the event.
Committee discussed new exhibit content, such as a searchlight from the airport,items from Sharon Colson, and information about original signatories of the petition to incorporate compiled
by Jerry Cooper.
College Station Oral History Interviews & Educational Initiatives – Libby Vastano
Libby Vastano suggested working on initiatives with school groups, such as an art contest, for example.
9. Calendar Events
Mar. 14, 2013 75th Anniversary Sub-Committee meeting, City Hall, 8:30 a.m.
Mar. 20, 2013 Exploring History Lunch Lecture Series, Aldersgate United
Methodist Church, 11:30 a.m.
April 11, 2013 75th Anniversary Sub-Committee meeting, City Hall, 8:30 a.m.
April 17, 2013 Exploring History Lunch Lecture Series, Aldersgate United
Methodist Church, 11:30 a.m.
10. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items.
Pat Cleere suggested meeting with people involved in and discussing the Brazos Valley Speaks program in the April HPC meeting.
11. Adjournment
MOTION: The Committee moved to adjourn the meeting at 5:34 p.m. on Monday, March 4, 2013. The motion carried unanimously.
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Chair
ATTEST:
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Secretary