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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHistorical Preservation-Agenda Packets-5/11/2017 City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Historical Preservation Committee Agenda City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 817. 503.1000 www.colleyville.com Thursday, May 11, 2017 6:30 p.m. City Manager’s Conference Room Third Floor, City Hall 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 9, 2017 3. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION 3a Overview and update regarding discussion of the Historical Preservation Committee at the April 18, 2017 City Council Worksession 3b Discussion of a recommendation regarding the future use of the Bidault House and property 3c Discussion of historical pictures at City Hall 3d Update on Hometown Hero Celebration for Herman and Patsy Smith 4. ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify this agenda was posted on City Hall bulletin boards Friday, May 5, 2017, by 5:00 p.m. James Hubbard Assistant to the City Manager A quorum of the Colleyville City Council and/or any other Colleyville Board, Commission, or Committee may be in attendance at this meeting. Any matter on this agenda may, at the discretion of the governing body, be opened for public comment and discussion. If you plan to attend this public meeting and have a disability that requires special accommodations, please advise the Executive Secretary at least 48 hours in advance at 817.503.1110, and reasonable accommodations will be made to assist you. City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Historical Preservation Committee DRAFT MINUTES City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 817.503.1000 www.colleyville.com Thursday, February 9, 2017 6:30 p.m. City Manager’s Conference Room Third Floor – City Hall Gigi Walker called the Historical Preservation Committee meeting to order on February 9, 2017 at 6:34 p.m. ROLL CALL: Committee members George Bond, Joe Deupree, Nelson Thibodeaux, Marilyn Keith, Walt Mills, Gigi Walker, and Ryan Moore were present. Assistant to the City Manager James Hubbard was also present. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES November 10, 2016 Committee member Marilyn Keith made a motion to approve the November 10, 2016, meeting minutes. Committee member Walt Mills seconded. All approved by acclamation. 3. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS 3a Proposed Amendment to the Historical Preservation Committee Bylaws The Committee reviewed a proposed amendment to the Historical Preservation Committee Bylaws to resolve a discrepancy in Article III section 3.2, which called for the election of the Chair and Vice Chair annually, but stated that they shall serve two-year terms. The Committee agreed that this should be updated to reflect a one-year term. Mr. Mills made a motion to approve the proposed amendment, which was seconded by Ms. Keith. The Committee unanimously approved the motion. 4. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION 4a Hometown Hero Ceremony – Herman and Patsy Smith The Committee discussed the scheduling of a ceremony to recognize Herman and Patsy Smith as Colleyville Hometown Heroes. Mr. Hubbard stated that he had made contact with Mrs. Smith and that they had agreed to attempt to schedule a date in the spring of 2017 for the ceremony. Historical Preservation Committee DRAFT - Minutes February 9, 2017 City of Colleyville Page 2 Committee member Thibodeaux suggested all currently recognized Hometown Heroes be invited to the ceremony to ensure continued remembrance and recognition of their contributions. The Committee discussed the potential for including Hometown Hero recognition as part of a City event to boost awareness and recognition. 4b Fitzgerald Historical Collection Mr. Hubbard stated Mr. Fitzgerald is unwilling to consider a legal agreement regarding the future of the collection at this time. Committee member Thibodeaux stated health as a reason behind this decision. Mr. Thibodeaux stated he would continue to work with the Mayor and Mr. Fitzgerald when an appropriate time presented itself. 4c Bidault House Mr. Hubbard informed the Committee that a Colleyville citizen is working on a project to draft a potential redesign of the interior of the house as part of a school assignment with the University of North Texas. Mr. Hubbard stated the citizen was interested in presenting the project to the Committee at a later date. 4d Colleyville History Education The Committee discussed putting on a Colleyville history presentation during the Colleyville Old Tyme BBQ event at the Colleyville Center to include a movie and the sale of the Colleyville history book, Colleyville Then and Now. Ms. Keith suggested the Colleyville Public Library put together a program to recommend books on Colleyville and local history. The Committee continued to express an interest in engaging local schools with a Colleyville history program. 5. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA There were no citizens present to comment or present. 6. ADJOURNMENT The Historical Preservation Committee meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m. Historical Preservation Committee DRAFT - Minutes February 9, 2017 City of Colleyville Page 3 Minutes taken and prepared by: James Hubbard Assistant to the City Manager City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Historical Preservation Committee Agenda Briefing City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 www.colleyville.com Agenda Number 3a Agenda Date 05/11/2017 Number Type Presentation and Discussion Department City Manager Title Overview and update regarding discussion of the Historical Preservation Committee at the April 18, 2017 City Council Worksession Strategic Plan Explanation The attached presentation was delivered at the April 18, 2017 City Council Worksession. Staff will update the Historical Preservation Committee on the discussion and City Council direction received at the worksession. Attachments 1.April 18, 2017 Worksession Presentation Discussion of the Historical Preservation Committee (HPC) City Council Worksession April 18, 2017 Purpose •Provide an overview and update on the Historical Preservation Committee (HPC) •Seek City Council direction regarding future activities HPC Overview Establishment and Purpose The Historical Preservation Committee was established by the City Council, by Resolution R-95-1126 on June 20, 1995. The purpose of the Historical Preservation Committee is to identify, collect, and preserve information, artifacts, and sites relevant to Colleyville’s history . Membership The Historical Preservation Committee shall consist of ten (10) members who shall be appointed by the City Council for a two-year term . Duties and Responsibilities The Historical Preservation Committee acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council in all matters pertaining to the preservation of Colleyville’s history, up to and including: developing and recommending a plan to identify, collect and preserve information, artifacts, and sites; recommending a permanent and publicly accessible location for the display of such historical materials; and recommending ways in which the City can make the public aware of the people, places, and events that represent the history of Colleyville. Meetings Quarterly Historical Markers State Historical Markers •Bidault House 1416 Glade Road •Bransford 408 Shelton Drive •Dr. Lilburn Howard Colley 100 Main St. •Pleasant Glade Baptist Church 3708 Glade Road •Pleasant Run Baptist Church 6000 Pleasant Run Road •Pleasant Run School 5505 Pleasant Run Road •Witten Cemetery 2802 Jackson Court •Riley Cemetery Brown Trail, south of Cheek-Sparger Road Private/Local Historical Markers •Bogart Dairy “Old Homeplace” 5506 Colleyville Boulevard •Bransford Depot L.D. Lockett Road at Bransford Road •Colley House 601 Glade Road •Colleyville’s First Fire Hall 4913 Colleyville Boulevard •Felps Berry Farm and Plant Nursery 6108 L.D. Lockett Road •Former Home of Colleyville’s First Mayor 710 Glade Road •Texas Public School Gymnastic Programs 6501 Pleasant Run Road •Webb House 408 Shelton Drive •World War II Memorial 2512 Glade Road •Veterans Memorial 4301 Bedford Road •Civil War Memorial 6000 Pleasant Run Road Historical Sites/Artifacts Webb HouseDunn-Tirk Barn Fitzgerald CollectionBidault House Recent Activity Colleyville: Then and Now (History Book) •Played a pivotal role in the 2006 publication Bidault House •Purchased in 2010 •2012 Site Report and Re-use Recommendations •Conducted by Gary Neil Smith •Suggested public and private re-use options as well as maintenance suggestions Hometown Heroes •Started in 2005 •Currently pays tribute to the service of eight individuals •One pending ceremony for Patsy and Herman Smith Current Interests Bidault House •Best use and preservation/upkeep Webb House •Best use and preservation/upkeep Fitzgerald Historical Collection •Promote awareness of the collection •Offer assistance to aid in preserving the collection Community Outreach and Education •Develop a program to present at schools •Regularly include historical facts and information in communication efforts •Increase presence at community events Historical Pictures •Display historical photos inside City Hall Summary •Colleyville is rich with historical sites and artifacts •The Historical Preservation Committee is active and dedicated •City Council direction is desired to ensure the best use of the time and talent of the Committee and the resources of the City Questions and Discussion City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Historical Preservation Committee Agenda Briefing City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 www.colleyville.com Agenda Number 3b Agenda Date 05/11/2017 Number Type Presentation and Discussion Department City Manager Title Discussion of a recommendation regarding the future use of the Bidault House and property Strategic Plan Explanation Attachments City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Historical Preservation Committee Agenda Briefing City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 www.colleyville.com Agenda Number 3c Agenda Date 05/11/2017 Number Type Presentation and Discussion Department City Manager Title Discussion of historical pictures at City Hall Strategic Plan Explanation Attachments City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Historical Preservation Committee Agenda Briefing City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 www.colleyville.com Agenda Number 3d Agenda Date 05/11/2017 Number Type Presentation and Discussion Department City Manager Title Update on Hometown Hero Celebration for Herman and Patsy Smith Strategic Plan Explanation Attachments