HomeMy WebLinkAbout74-343 09-10-1974RESOLUTION NO. 343
WHEREAS, the Euless City Council on July 20, 1974,
appointed a group of citizens to serve on the Bi- Centennial
Committee, and
WHEREAS, this Committee has proceeded to evaluate
projects for the Bi- Centennial celebration in the City of
Euless.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EULESS, TEXAS, that the goals and projects of
the City of Euless Bi- Centennial Committee are adopted on
this the 10th day of September, 1974, at a regyliir meeting of
the City Council of the City of Euless, Texas.
ATTEST:
City Secretary
APPROVED:
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ITEM VI
COUNCIL MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 10, 1974
Mrs. Jarrell Bolton
1404 Ubodridge Cir.
Euless, Texas 76039
September 3, 1974
The Honorable A. C. Krause
Mayor of Euless, Texas
201 Bctor Dr,
Buless, Texas 76039
Sub): Bicentennial Committee
Dear Sir:
The Euless Bicentennial Steering Committee submits for your approval the
following persons & their titles to serve on the Bicentennial Committees
Chairman -
Mrs. George Bberhart
Co.Chairman -
Mr, M%ia Puller
Heritage: Co- Chairmen -
Mrs. D, Huetter Campbell
Mr, Carl Hankins
Pestival: Co- Chairmen -
Mrs. William Welton
Mrs, Bill McCray
Horizon's: Co- Chairmen -
Mt. Dwayne Wilcox
Mr, Prank Lindsey
Secretary:
Mrs. Jarrell Bolton
We also would like to ask that Councilwoman Mrs. W. 14 McCormick & Councilman
Mr. Harold Samuels serve as ex officio members of the Bicentennial Committee. We
further request that the Council pass a resolution of adoption on the goals &
projjects we are submitting to the American *evolution Bicentennial mission of
Texas for official endorsement. They are as follows:
Heritage:
Goals - to research & preserve the heritage of the city of Euless through the pas.
ticipation of historic & patriotic organizations, elementary through
college students, & all other segments of our community.
Projects - 1. to erect a sun dial in the Buless Civic Center complex dedicated
to the city's founders.
2, to compile an oral history of the city of Buless to be used by
students, civic groups & other organizations.
3. to reconstruct & preserve the Little Brear Creek bridge because
of it's historic value,
4, to initiate & oversee essay contests among students in local
schools, on the subject of patriotism,
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S. to place historical markers on buildings & landmarks theoughout
the city.
Festival:
Goals - to promote & develope activities & events which encourage interest in
our city, our state & our nation.
Projects - 1, to encourage local families to decorate their homes with a
replica of the American eagle in keeping with the Bicentennial theme.
2, to institute a homecoming parade for Trinity High School of
Buless, with a patriotic these.
3, to produce an historical pageant in cooperation with neighboring
cities depicting the growth of the mid- cities area.
4. a 1976 Bicentennial kick -off celebration to be held on December
31, 1973.
S. to form a city band to perform on a regular basis.
6, to hold an annual sidewalk Arts & Crafts fair in the municipal
complex.
7. to coordinate all Summer recreation activities among various
groups & organisations.
Horizon's:
Goals - challenge all Buless residents to combine their talents & resources
in a rededication to the American ideals of liberty & justice for all.
Projects - 1, to construct a reproduction of a typical 1776 f ronteer home in
authentic detail. This home would be open on a regular scheduled
basis for school groups, tourists & other interested persons. It
would serve as a lasting memorial to commemorate the 200th birthday
o6f our country.
Your co- operation with this matter will be appreciated. If there are any
questions, we will be happy to answer them,
41s. Jarrell Bolton
Secre ivy of the centennial Committee
P, S, If resolution is adopted, please send ne a copy of it as soon as possible,