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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-04-14 Historical Preservation Committee Minutes April 14, 2014 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Bill Golden called the meeting to order at 10:01 a.m.The meeting was held at Euless City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive, Euless,TX. MEMBERS PRESENT Perry Brockmeyer, Doris Brown, Michele Burger, Bill Byers,Joe Cannon, Weldon Cannon, Barbara Collier, Gary Fieldsend, Bill Golden, Norma Lively, Marilyn Long, Don Martin, David Massey, Veva Lou Massey, Shirley Mercer, Gary Parker, Helen Payton, Faye Stinneford, Peggy Vandiver, Helen Voss, Andy Weinzapfel and Mavy Wright. RECOGNITION OF VISITORS Mayor Pro Tern Leon Hogg and Mayor Mary Lib Saleh. STAFF PRESENT Recreation Manager Suzanne Hendrickson, Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald, City Manager Gary McKamie and Projects Coordinator Ofa "Mary" Faiva-Siale. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Barbara Collier indicated that the name of the First United Methodist Church of Euless is now officially changed to the Euless First United Methodist Church. Don Martin made a motion to approve the minutes. Faye Stinneford seconded the motion, motion approved. TREASURER'S REPORT Treasure Mavy Wright reported a beginning balance of$11,618.94.There were $730.20 in expenditures and $325 in deposits, making the ending balance $11,213.74. GUEST SPEAKER Mayor Mary Lib Saleh discussed the history of the Euless Historical Preservation Committee from its beginning to present and also discussed the Committee's mission. She also shared a very interesting letter that was written by Troy Fuller that briefly touched on the acquisition of the Himes Log House. Everyone appreciated the Mayor's insight to the history of the Euless Historical Preservation Committee. DOCENT'S REPORT/RECRUITMENT 1. The following people signed up to serve as docents during Arbor Daze on Saturday, April 26 and 27, 2014: Shirley Mercer, Doris Brown, Gary Parker, Bill Byers, Norma Lively, Gary Fieldsend, Dan Burger, Michele Burger, Marilyn Long, Faye Stinneford, Bill Byers, Helen Voss, Andy Weinzapfel, Bill Golden, Michele Burger, Joe Cannon, Barbara Collier, Helen Payton and Mavy Wright. HPC MTG 051214 Page 1 2. The following people volunteered to serve as docents during open house on Saturday, May 10, 2014: Bill Byers, Gary Parker, Marilyn Long, David and Veva Lou Massey, Gary Fieldsend, Peggy Vandiver, Norma Lively, Doris Brown, Dan and Michele Burger and Perry Brockmeyer. STATUS OF CURRENT PROJECTS 1. Museum Sub-Committee—Barbara Collier invited everyone to come to the Museum on Wednesdays between 10 am and noon to help with various projects. 2. Blacksmith Shop—Bill Golden indicated that he and others in the Committee will go view Grapevine's blacksmith shop for ideas on how to build Euless' blacksmith shop. 3. Euless Marker Program—Weldon Cannon reported the following: a. Would like to apply for a marker for the Ross Cannon house. b. Norma Lively wrote the marker for the Euless First United Methodist Church. c. The Arch Cannon marker is stored at Heritage Park until it can be posted. 4. Publicity Sub-Committee—Barbara Collier discussed the following: a. Asked the members to click "like" and click the "share" button on the Committee's Facebook page in order to promote awareness about the Historical Committee. b. Reminded members to put out their open house signs a few days before open house. c. Open house flyers are available for members to display at local businesses. Mrs. Collier encouraged everyone to pick up a flyer from the Museum. d. Asked Bill Byers if the bank is still able to display open house information on their digital sign? Mr. Byers will ask the Bank. e. Michele Burger has been putting out Euless Heritage Park information at the Grapevine visitor's station. f. Asked about the status of the brochure. Staff is working on redoing the whole brochure to make sure it's updated and current. 5. Evolving History—Michele Burger reported the following: a. Rebecca's Wholesale has moved out of the old skating rink on South Main Street to the old Army Navy building in Hurst. b. Barbara Collier asked if Mrs. Burger photographed the area near Church's Chicken on Harwood Road. There's a very large facility going up at the location. 6. Photo Album Sub-Committee—Marilyn Long discussed the following: a. Will be meeting with the Sub-committee at 1:30 pm today to organize a format, etc. for running the Sub-Committee. She indicated the need to prioritize the wants of the Committee regarding the scrapbooks. b. Expressed some concerns about the public tearing out or removing original pages from the collection. Copies can be made, free of charge at the Museum. c. Indicated her desire to remain as the Co-Chairman to Betty Fuller's Chairman of the Sub- Committee. Mrs. Fuller is excited about the work and Mrs. Long expressed her desire to maintain Mrs. Fuller's continued support and involvement in the Committee. Bill Golden requested that Mrs. Long take on the role of Chairman. A brief discussion was held regarding the request. HPC MTG 051214 Page 2 7. Plaque Sub-Committee—Faye Stinneford reminded everyone that in order to get a name on the memorial plaque, a donation of$25 must be received. She'll be adding Barbara Collier's name to the Vice-Chairman's plaque soon. 8. CPR Training—Marilyn Long indicated the need for CPR training to be done so Committee members can use the AED machine if the need ever arises. Staff and Mayor Pro Tern Leon Hogg indicated that the AED machine in the Museum do not require CPR training in order to work the machine. In addition, as the Committee is a volunteer group, the members can't be expected nor be required to take these types of classes. It was also noted that a CPR class was scheduled with the Fire Department per the Committee's request two months prior but only Gary Parker signed up for the class. CHAIRMANS REPORT 1. Bill Golden reported and/or discussed the following: a. Robert Nail was in the hospital but is now at home. b. Been in contact with a group called the Buttermilk Junction who dresses up in old costumes and performs at local historical venues.They indicted to Mr. Golden that they would like to perform at Heritage Park. c. Reported that Cane's Chicken called him and offered to provide free lunch during one of the Committee's work days. He asked for the Committee's opinion on a day and he will make the arrangements. STAFF REPORT 1. Staff reported the following: a. Discussed Arbor Daze, Mayor Pro Tern Leon Hogg's retirement and the Mayor's retirement. b. Will provide the historical banner and make up signs for the displays at Arbor Daze. c. Arbor Daze parking passes was handed out to members. COMMITTEE/OTHER REPORTS 1. Helen Payton has a new great-granddaughter. Everyone congratulated her. 2. Michele Burger and a group from the Senior Center will be performing on the Fort Worth Star-Telegram Stage on Sunday at Arbor Daze. 3. Peggy Vandiver noted that no one came in to the Fuller House during the time she served as a docent at open house. Members indicated that about twenty-five people visited that day. 4. It was reported that Iris Elliot was admitted to the hospital. Everyone wished for Mrs. Elliot to get well soon. 5. Andy Weinzapfel reported that about 98% of the Euless First United Methodist Church property has been metal detected. He will display some of the items that were found at Arbor Daze. HPC MTG 051214 Page 3 6. Weldon Cannon loaned various pieces about aviation from his personal collection to an exhibit being displayed in Fort Worth. He invited the members to attend the exhibit if possible. He also spoke with the Mayor regarding loaning/ borrowing exhibits between entities and thought it was not doable at this time. Staff will research loaning/borrowing processes used by other City museums and report back to the Committee. 7. Don Martin reminded the Committee to vote. Linda Martin is running for Mayor. 8. Faye Stinneford reported that the Citizens Fire Academy is holding their fundraising at Fire Station #3 on Saturday, May 17, 2014. She's selling tickets for the fundraising for$15 per person, catered by Outback Steakhouse. 9. Arbor Daze—Barbara Collier discussed the following: a. Need two screens to display the 60 Years of Memories video and the historical slide show. Staff will look into acquiring monitors for the Committee to use. b. Will take one of the smaller display case, several hand built display stands, photos, artifacts, etc.to display. c. Set up will be on Friday, will need several tables and chairs for other displays. Staff will provide these items. d. Doris Brown suggested that the Committee Wish List be posted at Arbor Daze. Barbara Collier will post the list. ADJOURNMENT Gary Parker made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Faye Stinneford seconded the motion. Motion approved. The meeting adjourned at 11:45 a.m. Respectfully submitted by: Ofa "Mary" Faiva-Siale, Projects Coordinator City of Euless Parks & Community Services HPC MTG 051214 Page 4