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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-03-11 EULESS HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING March 11 , 2002 CALL TO ORDER: ,Chairman Bill Byers called the meeting to order at 10:00 AM. MEMBERS PRESENT: Bill Byers, Helen Payton, Evelyn Himes, Jean Whitener, Weldon Cannon, Michelle Burger, Don Tharp, Ralph Williamson, Helen Lightbody STAFF PRESENT: Glenda Hartsell, Special Events Coordinator APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion was made by Don Tharp and seconded by Jean Whitener to approve the minutes of the February 20, 2002 meeting. Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS: TOUR OF HOMES BY THIRD GRADERS It was estimated that approximately 105 students, teachers and helpers toured the two homes on March 26, 2002. Approximately 77 toured the homes on March 5, 2002. Brochures were provided for the teachers prior to the tours. It was suggested that we send "Thank You" notes to the Vendors who participated. The City will also provide a letter of thanks to. the Vendors. Iva Nail, Boyce Byers, Jean Whitener and Helen Payton helped with the program. Michelle Burger thanked everyone who participated in the program. It was well received. They had baby chickens, roping, a tea party, quilting, sausage making, butter churning, lunch bucket etc. Bill Byers said that the quilt makers are working on a quilt that would be more appropriate for the timeframe of the Himes Log House. The current quilt which is on display at the Himes Log House was initually intended for Texas Star and will be returned there after the new quilt is finished. APPLICATION GUIDELINES FOR "VISIONARIES IN PRESERVATION PROGRAM " No report was given. Michelle Burger suggested that Glenda Hartsell remind Rick Herold of this program. Next application deadline is May, 2002 NEW BUSINESS Bill Byers said he had replaced the flags at the Homes. They have been put up with more secure steel cable. Also, there will be three antique lights installed at the Homes. PROPANE HEATER Bill'Byers mentioned that during the cold months, it is necessary to provide some heat into the Himes Log House. He has received estimates on heaters. A motion was made by Helen Payton that we buy a propane heater. Second was made by Michelle Burger. Motion passed. Page 2 of 2 Weldon Cannon mentioned that he and Patti attended a meeting of Historians in Austin, Texas. Next year this meeting will be held in El Paso. He indicated for informational purposes that the surrounding cities have formed Historical Societies which is not a part of the City HistoricAl Preservation Committee - but is a separate entity. The Cities of Grapevine and Irving have evening meetings by their Historical societies. GENEALOGY SECTION IN LIBRARY The Mid Cities Genealogy Society meets at our Library. They discuss local history versus genealogy. Weldon recommended that our Library have a Genealogy Section in which we could rotate documents and displays. Bill Byers said that this has already been taken care of. Glenda Hartsell reminded the Committee of the "OPEN HOUSE" the City is having on March 23, 2002. Citizens could start at the Courtyard at Hwy 10 to receive a passport. They will be able to visit some seven facilities either by shuttle or private vehicle. Their passport will be stamped at each famility then their names will be entered in a drawing. Bill and Boyce Byers and Michelle and Dan Burger have volunteered to work at the two homes on that day. Glenda also reminded the Committee of the April Trash-off and the Easter House. Troy Fuller and Ginger Fuller will be docents in April for the Saturday open house. Helen Payton brought some 12 piano rolls for the player piano which were donated by Maurine Baker. She also passed a copy of a response to her letter from Action Piano Company. Bill Byers volunteered to get the serial number from the piano and possibly take a picture. ADJOURNMENT Weldon Cannon motioned that we adjourn the meeting. Motion was seconded by Don Tharp. Meeting was adjourned at 11:30 AM. tteseectfully Submitted by Helen Lightbody Secretary Euless Historican Preservation Committee