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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-03-12 Historical Preservation Committee Minutes March 12, 2007 Call to Order Vice Chair, Michele Burger called the meeting to order at 10:07 a.m. The meeting was held in the Pre-Council Chambers at City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive, Euless. Members Present Ralph Williamson, Helen Lightbody, Michele Burger, Helen Payton, Glenn Walker, James Gathings, Troy Fuller, Robert Nail, Dan Clark, Boyce Byers, Bill Byers, Donna Mickan, Chris Jones, Doris Brown. Visitors Present Mayor Pro-Tern Linda Martin Council Member Leon Hogg Glenn Gleghom Staff Present Gary McKamie, Deputy City Manager Ray McDonald, Director of Parks & Community Services Ana Ahovelo, Building Attendant Michael Davenport, Special Events Coordinator Ofa Faiva-Siale, Projects Coordinator Approval of Minutes Under Old Business, Item #2, it should say that Suzanne Hendrickson sent out the "thank you" notes and acknowledgements for the memorials received on behalf of Mrs. McCormick. Troy Fuller made a motion for the minutes to be approved with the correction. James Gathings seconded the motion. Motion approved. Treasurer's Report Treasurer, Robert Nail, reported a balance of$9,149.88. Old Business 1. Helen Payton, Robert Nail, Ralph Williamson and Ana Ahovelo were docents at the March 10 open house. It was reported that five people visited that day. EHPC Mtg. 031207 2. Boyce Byers and Helen Payton have completed the McCormick Scrapbook. They reported the scrapbook looks great. 3. Bill Byers and Harvey Little have placed the McCormick rake, tiller, and other items requested by Mrs. McCormick at Heritage Park. Tomatoes,potatoes, onions and cotton have been planted in the garden. Corn will also be planted in the near future. Mr. Byers spoke with Ray McDonald regarding watering the garden. 4. Robert Nail reported that there are wasp and yellow jacket nests near the Himes Log House. He also reported that there are also ant beds near the back steps to the house. A work order will be turned in to Facilities to have this treated. 5. Helen Payton and Billy Byers reported that Ana Ahovelo cleaned both the Fuller House and the Log House Friday afternoon. They further reported that both homes were very clean for the tour on Saturday. 6. Robert Nail reported that there are new benches at Heritage Park. Mr. Nail thought the benches a very nice addition to the park. Ray McDonald was thanked for providing the benches. 7. Ray McDonald was asked to report on the foundation repair work that was done at Fuller House. Mr. McDonald indicated that repair work has been completed and everything went very well. It was further mentioned that the repair work has a lifetime guarantee as well as being transferable should the need arise. Jimmy Beck is completing work surrounding the house, making sure the facility is back to its original condition. Bill Byers added that the foundation repair company did an excellent job of being careful of the sprinkler system and the surrounding area. 8. Ray McDonald further reported on the newly installed alarm system. He mentioned that the alarm pad inside the Fuller House deactivates the system all over the property. Setting and deactivating the system works the same way as the original system. It was further noted that another alarm pad is located on the outside of the Fuller House for the maintenance crew to use. 9. Dan Clark discussed the need for the Committee to decide how it would like to post information on the internet. City staff will be taking a PastPerfect class in April in order to help facilitate the project. Various topics were mentioned at February's meeting and the Committee was asked to consider how to organize and post the material online. 10. Donna Mickan turned in a copy of the original Morrisdale Estates brochure previously discussed by the Committee. 11. Michele Burger gave a reminder for the members who were given"red folders"to proof and return them to Ofa"Mary". 12. James Gathings and Troy Fuller reported on preliminary work they have completed in preparation for the Calloway Cemetery census project. Mr. Fuller and Mr. Gathings both EHPC Mtg.031207 individually drew scaled maps of the property. There is roughly 2.3 to 2.4 acres to the property. 13. Bill Byers and Harvey Little have relocated various farm implements to and around Heritage Park for display purposes. Descriptions and"Do Not Climb" signs will need to be made and placed near each piece of equipment. Mr. Byers further discussed Mr. Little's various contributions to the preservation of history in the area. Mr. Little has made several purchases of items for the Committee and has refused reimbursement for said purchases. He has helped with the display at the McCormick Barn as well as transport of various farm equipment onto the property as well as numerous other services. Mr. Byers expressed his appreciation for everything Mr. Little has done on behalf of the Euless Historical Preservation Committee. 14. Ofa"Mary" reported on the following: a. Logo has been done. b. George Green books have been received. Per the Committee's request, three will be given to the Library and three will be kept in the office for the Committee's use. c. Museum signs will be worked on after Arbor Daze. d. Staff will make sure the Committee's booth for Arbor Daze will be set up. e. Still working on scanning the cookbook. 15. Michael Davenport reported and/or discussed the following: a. Introduced himself to the Committee and indicated his pleasure at the opportunity to work with the Committee. b. St. Patrick's Day concert will be on March 17, 2007. c. The Easter Egg hunt will be in the evening on March 31, 2007. d. Texas Trash Off and Arbor Daze will be in April. New Business 1. Boyce Byers asked if the Committee could consider the possibility of making the Himes Log House a little more comfortable during tours and open house. She mentioned the fact that during winter and summer, the building is either extremely cold or extremely hot depending on the season. She asked that the Committee look into making the Log House more comfortable at some time in the future. 2. It was mentioned that the parking lot signs between Heritage Park and the Ruth Millican Center could be reworded to include the McCormick Barn and Himes Log House. 3. Boyce Byers indicated that several decorative dolls used to decorate the Christmas tree are missing. She asked if Committee members could keep each other informed of where items are placed and stored so that everyone knows where everything is. 4. Mr. Byers introduced and reported that Glenn and Helen Gleghorn recently submitted applications to the City to serve on the Preservation Committee. Committee members welcomed Mr. Gleghorn. EHPC Mtg. 031207 5. The next meeting will be on April 9, 2007 at the Fuller House. 6. Chris Jones and Bill Byers volunteered to docent on April 14, 2007. Ana Ahovelo will also be available to help. Committee members were reminded to wear their Historical shirts. 7. Committee members were thanked for their attendance and participation in serving through various sub-committees, acting as docents,providing special tours, decorating the homes, etc. City employees were also thanked for their support over the years. It was further mentioned that Suzanne Hendrickson's responsiveness to historical projects will be missed. Adjournment Chris Jones made a motion for the meeting to adjourn at 10:56 a.m. Troy Fuller seconded the motion, all were in favor, motion approved. Respectfully submitted by Ofa"Mary"Faiva-Siale Projects Coordinator Euless Parks & Community Services EHPC Mtg. 031207