Appropriating $12,000 Community Development Fund for a Historic Preservation Study

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Mr. Roger 0. Parent Page 2 Consequent results of such a survey are numerous. The full -time staff of the Historic Preservation Commission continues to utilize the findings of the recently completed County Survey, and the Commission, to date, (with the approval of the County Council) has designated eleven county landmarks. Publication of an Auto -Tour map of signi- ficant county structures has generated interest in local history, pride in our architectural past as well as state -wide recognition of being the first county to conduct such a comprehensive survey. Continued education efforts include co- operation with the school corporation and the Universities in development of preserva- tion oriented curriculum resources to be used in the local schools or for general educational purposes. Finally, but most importantly, the Commission strives to pro- mote an ethic that is in keeping with the concept and reality of neighborhood preservation. By examining and promulgating the ideals of preservation we are able to educate the public that "old" is not bad and that a person's house can be his castle. Neighborhoods need not have a prominant personage as one of its former members to be significant. Each can have a unique history and, therefore, generate pride that makes its preservation a worthwhile as well as a personal endeavor to each of its residents. We look forward to personally meeting with the members of the Council to discuss the proposed legislation that enables the Histor- ic Preservation Commission to conduct the City Survey with Community Development funds, and ask now for its diligent consideration and consequent implementation. Yours truly, ack L. Smith President RMK:gcg cc: Mr. Peter Nemeth Mr. William Gilkey