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August 3, 1976 Page 6 suggested that a letter be sent to Senator Vance Hartke re- garding this matter and he also said that Mr. Davidson, the owner of Union Station, would co- operate with the Commission. Ms. Davisson suggested that the Commission meet with Mr. Da- vidson when he returns to South Bend. Mr. Oxian remarked that perhaps Senator Hartke could be invited to view the building. 7. Old Business Concerning the National Trust Annual Meeting, Mr. Smith remarked that he had submitted his reservation application to attend in October. Mr. Oxian also expressed interest in attending this affair, as did Ms. Davidson, and Ms. Kopczynski. Ms. Sporleder- concurred that it might be worthwhile for Ms. Kopczynski to par- ticipate. Mr. Smith asked about the status of the palques for designating historic landmarks. He was informed that the order had been placed on June 15, but the plaques had not yet been received. 8. New Business Mr. Oxian made a motion that a letter be sent to the sexton — of the City Cemetery regarding the state of two monuments com- memorating Civil War veterans. He said the heads were missing from these monuments and it was degrading and insulting to the memory of these heros. Ms. Sporleder seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. It was suggested that copies of this — letter be sent to the American Legion, the D.A.R. and the Vet- erans of Foreign Wars. 9. Hearing of Visitors There were no comments from the visitors at this time. 10. Announcements and Miscellan6ous Matters Ms. Kopezynski informed the Commission that the Elkhart His- torical Society is sponsoring Town Tour on Sunday, August 8. She stressed that this might be a very worthwhile meeting to attend. She said that J. Reid Williamson is going to conduct a slide presentation and that perhaps the Commission could — avail itself of his presence and discuss tax and facade ease- ments. No action was taken in this regard. 11. Adjournment Mr. Stivers made a motion that the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Ted Wasielewski seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m.