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TO: Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
FROM: Ben Boike, Community Development Director
DATE: April 6, 2021
RE: Historic Preservation Month
Introduction
May is the month that is reserved annually for celebrating historic preservation. The attached
proclamation is the updated version for 2021 as the City begins the celebration of Historic
Preservation Month. The ACHP is requested to review the proclamation and offer any
updates or suggestions.
As a component of this year's celebration month, the ACHP is requested to suggest possible
displays or events that could be planned for and conducted during the month of May.
Recommendation
Review, discuss, and suggest displays and events for 2021 Historic Preservation Month.
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Historic Preservation Month 2021
Proclamation
WHEREAS, people have been gathering in this area currently known as Cottage
Grove, Minnesota for many years before and after recorded history; and
WHEREAS, each individual, family, or group of people that visited or lived in this
community has contributed in one form or another to the interesting fabric that binds
our past and present together; and
WHEREAS, the Cottage Grove City Council wishes to recognize the importance
of learning and keeping the knowledge of our unique history accessible and relevant
to current and new residents as well as the general public; and
WHEREAS, the Cottage Grove City Council holds deep gratitude for individuals
and organizations that gather, interpret, and share information and stories on our distant
and current past.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Cottage
Grove that May 2021 shall be declared Historic Preservation Month for the City of
Cottage Grove, Minnesota, and all are invited to explore our history, your history, and
the history of generations to come.
Passed this 5th Day of May 2021
Myron Bailey, Mayor
Attest:
Joe Fischbach, City Clerk