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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-01-12 Historical Preservation Committee Minutes January 12,2004 Call to Order Chairman Bill Byers called the meeting to order at 10:10 a.m. Members Present Bill Byers, Michele Burger, Weldon Cannon, Dan Clark, Betty Fuller, Evelyn Himes, Willie Mae McCormick, Iva Nail, Robert Nail, Helen Payton, Jean Whitener, Don Tharp, Chris Jones, Nell Hicks, Thomas Stover Visitor Councilman Charlie Miller Staff Present Suzanne Hendrickson, Recreation Manager Ofa"Mary"Faiva-Siale, Recreation Specialist-Projects&Events Treasures Report Treasurer Robert Nail reported that Willie Mae McCormick donated a check for$2,500 to go towards moving the barn she donated. The new balance is $6,294.88. Approval of Minutes Iva Nail motioned for the minutes to be approved. Weldon Cannon seconded the motion. Motion passed. Old Business 1. The following was discussed regarding the relocation of the barn donated by Mrs. McCormick: a. Robert Nail suggested that a proposal regarding the placement of the barn be drawn up for presentation to council. b. Councilman Charlie Miller was asked what the committee needed to do with regards to the relocation of the barn. Councilman Miller suggested that the committee provide a projection of the cost to move the barn as well as the work needed for the project. c. Chair, Bill Byers will draw up a proposal according to Councilman Miller's suggestion. d. Mr. Byers will take measurements of the barn and the possible site for the barn's placement. e. Mr. Byers asked Mrs. McCormick whether she would be able to record a narrative of the history of the barn. Mrs. McCormick agreed that she would. 2. Iva Nail reported that she spoke with Shirley Melson and Ms. Melson agreed to donate the tomato planter. It was mentioned that Harvey Little volunteered to relocate the tomato planter to Heritage Park. 3. It was mentioned that Weldon Cannon has a mid 1940 farm-all tractor that was used at the nursery. The committee is interested in acquiring the tractor to go in the barn. 4. Michele Burger inquired about the city's Tax I.D. number so that it could be used for purchases made for the museum. Suzanne Hendrickson will provide the committee with Tax I.D. forms. New Business 1. Bill Byers extended a warm welcome to Councilman Charlie Miller. 2. Councilman Miller complimented the City of Euless staff as well as the Historical Preservation Committee for putting together an impressive Heritage Park celebration. 3. Bill Byers asked committee members for suggestions and comments regarding Heritage Park Christmas. a. Helen Payton suggested that the dining table at Fuller House be set with old dishes and have it as a display during next year's Heritage Park Christmas celebration. 4. Michele Burger expressed her appreciation to the City staff for doing a great job in meeting the needs of the committee. 5. Committee members thanked Evelyn Himes and Jean Whitener for taking down and putting away the Christmas decorations. 6. Dan Clark reported on the "wish list" subcommittee's meeting from January 4, 2004. The following were discussed: a. Reviewed the updated"wish list". b. Proposed that a committee be set up to review and determine what donations the committee should accept. In addition,this committee-would also-be_responsihle for setting rules and guidelines regarding acceptance and handling of donated items. c. Also proposed that another committee be set up to determine what artifacts should be displayed at any given time and what artifacts should be stored for later use. d. Mr. Clark inquired about the possibility of advertising the"wish list"in the Euless Today magazine and water bill inserts. Suzanne Hendrickson agreed that this can be done. e. Betty Fuller requested that a candle mold be added to the"wish list" for the Himes Log House. f One item on the "wish list"is a coffee grinder. Betty Fuller has a coffee grinder that came from Homer Fuller's house that she would be glad to loan for display in the museum. g. Another item on the"wish list" is a quilting frame. It was mentioned that Andy Chesney has one that he has promised to donate to the museum. Helen Payton suggested that the quilters may be interested in starting a quilt on the frame for display. 7. With regards to the subcommittee's request for an Acquisition Committee: a. Mr. Byers would like the "wish list"committee to combine with the Acquisition Committee. b. Betty Fuller requested to be on the Acquisition Committee and Mr. Byers confirmed that she is a member. c. The Acquisition Committee is to be in charge of keeping track of loaned or donated items. d. A discussion was held regarding the possibility of selling donated items not useable by the museum. An inquiry was made whether there would be liabilities regarding the selling of such items. Suzanne Hendrickson mentioned that she would need to consult the Purchasing Department regarding this. Betty Fuller suggested that no item should be sold unless it is offered back to the donor first. Committee members agreed. e. Dan Clark stated that the Acquisition Committee will meet to set up various rules and guidelines regarding donated items. Proposals will then be presented to the entire committee at its regular meetings. 8. With regards to the subcommittee's request for a Display Committee: a. Bill Byers assigned the following people to the Display Subcommittee: • Betty Fuller—Chair • Michele Burger • Iva Nail • Dan Clark • Helen Payton • Nell Hicks • Evelyn Himes • Thomas Stover • Chris Jones b. Iva Nail suggested that someone with more expertise be enlisted to help the subcommittee with the displays. 9. Michele Burger bought a 1937 Webster's Dictionary for the museum. 10. Weldon Cannon mentioned that around 1950-1951, he did an interview with WBAP. Michele Burger offered to do some research to see if she could possibly locate a tape of this interview. 11. Michele Burger inquired whether the Fuller House has an answering machine set up. It was determined that there was one. Mrs. Burger suggested that a message be recorded on the answering machine. After a brief discussion, committee members agreed that a personalized message would be good, however, it should be kept short and with only pertinent information recorded. 12. Mrs. Nail mentioned to Councilman Charlie Miller that a staff member is needed at the museum three to four hours a day. Councilman Miller suggested that this idea should be directed to the Parks &Recreation department to see if this can be requested in next years budget. 13. Iva Nail reported that Helen Lightbody is no longer at Parkwood Nursing Home but is at home recovering. 14. Betty Fuller reported that Vada Johnson has moved to Parkwood Nursing Home. 15. Jean Whitener mentioned that the Log House needs cleaning. Michele Burger will check into it. 16. Docents for February will be Michele and Dan Burger. Adjournment Helen Payton motioned for the meeting to adjourn. Evelyn Himes seconded the motion. Chair, Bill Byers adjourned the meeting at 11:43 a.m. Respectfully submitted by Ofa"Mary" Faiva-Siale Recreation Specialist, Projects &Events Euless Parks &Community Services