HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-01-10 PACKET 05.B.
TO:
Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
FROM:
John M. Burbank, Senior Planner
DATE:
January 6, 2017
RE:
Historic Preservationist of the Year
Introduction
The Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation annually nominates a person or organ-
ization who goes above and beyond to promote an aspect of Cottage Grove’s history that
helps to share our understanding and general knowledge of the people and places of our
past. The list of previous recipients of this distinction is attached.
Discussion
The ACHP is requested to suggest people or groups that would stand out as likely
candidates on the nomination list for 2017 Historic Preservationist of the Year. which will
be acted upon for recommendation at the March regular meeting
The ACHP can discuss if the award should be presented at the May 3, 2017, City Council
meeting during Historic Preservation month or during Strawberry Festival related Council
activities.
Recommendation
Review, discuss, suggest.
City of Cottage Grove Historic Preservation of the Year Recipients
Year Recipient Address Notes
1989 Ron and Jean Nienaber 6940 Keats Avenue South Cedarhurst Mansion
1990 Tom and Linda Nathan Dr. A.H. Steen House
1991 Dave and Debbie Fry 7010 Iverson Avenue South Elmer Furber House
1992 Otto Schmaltz 10398 Grey Cloud Trail South Grey Cloud Lime Kiln
1993 No information - -
1994 Keith Kleinsasser Cottage Grove Contributions to preservation and enhancement of
Cottage Grove’s historic resources
1995 The Wolf Family 6000 Lamar Avenue South Relocation and restoration of St. Mathew’s Church
1996 Gary and Effie Miller 7230 Lamar Avenue South No information
1997 Cottage Grove Cemetery 1099 70th Street South No information
Association
1998 John M. Burbank City Hall Contributions to preservation and enhancement of
Cottage Grove’s historic resources
1999 Hugh Gibson 7003-7007 East Point Douglas “Lewis - Hill House” preservation efforts
Road South
2000 Peaceful Grove Methodist 8600 90th Street South “Woodward Farm” preservation efforts
Church
2001 The South Washington St. Paul Park In recognition of the group’s efforts to research and
Heritage Society report on numerous facets of local history over the
years.
2002 David and Jill Kisby 7679 Lamar Avenue South Dr. William Furber House
2003 Michael and Paula 10276 East Point Douglas Road Hope Glen Farm
Bushilla South
2004 Xoua and True Thao 6940 Keats Avenue South Cedarhurst Mansion Renovation
2005 E. Katie Holm Minneapolis Research and documentation of Atkinson Cemetery
2006 Daniel and Patricia Hackl 7405Lamar Avenue South Dr. Arthur Steen House “Forest Home”
2007 Carl and Norma Manke 1099 70th Street South Cottage Grove Cemetery
2008 John and Kimberly Goebel “Zelch House” preservation efforts
2009 Beverly Gross 11040 70th Street South Contributions to preservation and enhancement of
Cottage Grove’s historic resources
2010 Betty Schultz 7402 Lamar Avenue South In recognition of her continued efforts toward
operating and preserving the unique social and
historic quality of “The Boondocks,” one of the oldest
commercial establishments in Cottage Grove.
2011 Jerry Herringer Cottage View Drive In Theatre For his continued operation of the historic Cottage
View Drive-in Theatre as an iconic recreational feature
for the residents of Cottage Grove and the Region
since 1964.
2012 Judy Spooner South Washington County Bulletin In recognition of her efforts to research and report on
numerous facets of local history over the years.
2013 No Award Presented
2014 Ann Simpson SWCTC In recognition of her continuing efforts to document
and produce entertaining and informative videos on
the many facets of local history.
2015 Herb Reckinger In recognition of his continuing efforts to document
and share interesting historical information on the
people and places in Cottage Grove and surrounding
communities.
2016 Wayne and Angi Butt 7310 Lamar Avenue South In recognition of their dedicated efforts to refurbish
and repurpose the 1947 arched roof barn at 7310
Lamar Avenue as the John P. Furber Wedding and
Event Center allowing for its continued existence as a
unique component of the historic fabric of the
community.