Historical Commission Agenda and Packet 2014 07 02

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Historical Commission Minutes May 7, 2014 Page 2 of 4 Louisville History Foundation (LHF), which is now responsible for all monetary efforts instead of the Commission. The suggestion was made for them to put a request in writing and email it to Dan Mellish. Randy stated that he wants to conduct group interviews with some of the older citizens of Louisville who may have information to share about the history/workings of the elevator. There will be a “hard hat” tour and open house on Saturday, May 17, 2014 when members of the public will be able to see the work that is being done. There will be tours at 10:00AM and again at 2:00PM. V. Approval of the March 15, 2014 LHC meeting minutes: The minutes were approved. VI. Report from the Director of Library & Museum Services: Beth Barrett reported: A. A Needs Assessment (NA) for this year’s budget is underway. Bridget Bacon (BBacon) has collected sample RFPs pursuant to finding someone to conduct the NA for the new museum building. BBacon, BBarrett, and a staff member from the Public Works Department will work on the RFP. Beth asked if a member of the LHC would be able to help review proposals when the time comes. GLP offered but stated that she will be unavailable in August and September. Anne Robinson also offered, but stated that she would not be able to attend daytime meetings. B. The Louisville IT department is upgrading connectivity for the Museum. C. The city is to receive funds from FEMA and the State as reimbursement for flood damage costs. This will enable the city to complete some of the big capital projects that were put on hold after the flood. D. The new police chief is Dave Hayes. He has been supportive of the efforts to fund/build a police memorial in the name of Victor Helburg by the police station. E. Three “little libraries” will be built – one in Superior and two in separate locations In Louisville. Home Depot donated the materials and built the libraries, which are ready to go up. VII. Report from the Museum Coordinator: (written report also attached to agenda) A. Approval of Deeds of Gifts from donors:The Commission voted to accept the following 11 donations: 1. From Michael Dionigi, family history items relating to the Dionigi family; 2. From Barbara Stahr, copies of the Louisville Times and photos of oilcloth mine maps; 3. From Eileen Manning, a copy of a photo of the Henry & Edith (Zarini) Porta family; 4. From Marianne Porter, a service record book with photos and information about WWII servicemen from Louisville; 5. From Gaylene Weber, baseball photos, scrapbook from the Fire Department Auxillary, and other photos including those of a hose cart race from 1908 and a Louisville hose team from 1920; 6. From Mary Colacci Guyer, Items relating to Colacci’s Restaurant including matchbook covers and photos; 7. From Bob Bryan, three photos of William & Hazel Scran;