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-7 V1jW Minutes, April 8, 1974 -3- Mr. Williamson is appended to these minutes. He gave much assistance in preparing the interim budget for 1974. Mr. Sullivan was consulted concerning a grant to conduct an educa- tional program for residents of historic districts -- about providing materials for libraries, schools, and the HPC office, and about tours to inform the Commission of work done elsewhere. Mr. Gilbertson was consulted about the state survey of historic districts and landmarks. Staff has been hired to conduct the survey. The state is divided into seven regions. Southhold Restorations, Inc. has been asked to help with the survey of our nine county region in Northern Indiana. 8. New Business a. Mrs. Price reported that Southhold Restorations, Inc. has received funding for three panel discussions to be held during Historic'Preserva- tions Week, May 6 -10, to train volunteers to do the survey of the nine county region of Northern Indiana. Members of the HPC will be invited to attend. b. Mr. Michael Wiedle, attorney for the National Trust, who will be in this area May 17 or May 20 has offered to assist the bylaws committee to interpret the ordinance, prepare the bylaws, and offer suggestions for amending the ordinance. C. Discussion ensued about the role of the HPC in plans for the 1976 United States Bicentennial. The HPC might prepare a brochure for distribution to the public,listing and giving information about historic landmarks and districts. Mrs. Davisson moved that Mrs. Gwen Stiver, chairman of the Bicentennial program, be invited to attend the next meeting of the HPC. Seconded by Mr. Nimtz. Motion carried. Mr. Smith instructed the secretary to write a letter to Mrs. Stiver in this regard. d. Discussion took place concerning the need for the HPC to be represented at a meeting in Washington, D.C., having to do with building codes, et cetera related to historic district planning and control. Funds are needed. e. Since the HPC is operating without adopted bylaws, it was generally agreed by all to conduct our meetings under Roberts Rules of Order. 9. Adiournment at 9:14 P.M. NEXT MEETING: MONDAY, MAY 13, 7:30 P.M. i