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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-02-13Historical Preservation Committee Minutes February 13, 2023 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Mavy Wright and was held at the Heritage Museum, Euless. She extended a welcome to the attendees and guests. MEMBERS PRESENT Doris Brown, Patsy Hoover, Keith Jernigan, Anniece McKanna, Gary Parker, Helen Payton, Linda Pool, Peggy Vandiver, and Mavy Wright. STAFF PRESENT Assistant City Manager Wes Rhodes and Parks and Community Services Administrative Secretary Jodie Dunn. VISITORS PRESENT Joe Robinson APPROVAL OF MINUTES Gary Parker made a motion to accept the January 9, 2023 minutes as written; Doris Brown seconded the motion. With unanimous approval, the motion carried. TREASURER'S REPORT Treasurer Mavy Wright advised the January 9, 2023 balance was $8,405.10. An expense of $100.67 was made for funeral flowers for Bill Golden on January 12. On January 12, a deposit of $42 made made; and a deposit of $20 was made on January 18. The ending balance as of February 13 is $8,366.43. STATUS OF CURRENT PROJECTS 1. Docents and Volunteer Report/Recruitment—Linda Pool distributed signup sheets for the March and April Open House events. 2. Acquisition —no report 3. Facebook—Linda Pool reported the Facebook page is active and working well. 4. Plaque—Mavy Wright stated the memorial plaque is being prepared. HPC MTG 02132023 Page 1 of 3 5. Display Signs —no report 6. Publicity/Program/Speakers—no report 7. Heritage Park —no report CHAIRMAN'S REPORT - no report STAFF REPORT - Assistant City Manager Wes Rhodes was available to entertain inquiries. COMMITTEE REPORT/INPUT 1. Mavy Wright stated there were 22 guests at the museum in January, including Patsy Hoover's niece from Kansas. It was also mentioned the new members (Keith Jernigan and Patsy Hoover) need badges. Pending approval of the City Council to be appointed to the Committee, Joe Robinson will also need a badge. 2. Gary Parker stated there were about 15 attendees at the burial service for Bill Golden. Linda Pool mentioned a representative of the North Texas Blacksmithing Association had inquired on Facebook about a presentation at Heritage Park. Due to current situation with open flames, Mr. Rhodes stated he would contact the Fire Administration and would report back to the Committee. 4. Mavy Wright presented a binder with extensive documentation of the Museum inventory and loan items. It has been a lengthy process, but she is proud of the documentation. S. Anniece McKanna inquired about the floorplan of the Fuller House and what fixtures and furnishings were original to the home. Linda Pool responded. 6. Keith Jernigan expressed appreciation for the sign updates for the museum Open House hours and asked if the City of Euless newsletter could spotlight the Museum in order to reach more visitors. Mr. Rhodes stated he would submit a request to City Staff for a future article. 7. A reminder of the upcoming Boards and Commissions Annual Appreciation Banquet was mentioned. The City of Euless is celebrating 70 years. HPC MTG 02132023 Page 2 of 3 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business or discussion, Doris Brown made a motion to adjourn, Linda Pool seconded the motion. The meeting adjourned at 11:00a.m. Respectfully submitted by: Anniece McKanna, Committee Secretary HPC MTG 02132023 Page 3 of 3