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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 3.2 Historic Pres Accpt Gift STAFF REPORT CITY CLERK File #150-70 CITY COUNCIL DATE:December 4, 2012 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Joni Pattillo, City Manager SUBJECT: Acceptance of Gifts from Dublin Historical Preservation Association Prepared by Ann Mottola, Heritage and Cultural Arts Manager EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City Council will receive a report on the donations the Dublin Historical Preservation Association made during Fiscal Year 2011-2012 to support projects and programs at the Dublin Heritage Park and Museums. FINANCIAL IMPACT: The total value of the gifts is $11,140.00 RECOMMENDATION: As per Government Code Section 37354, it is recommended that all gifts and contributions be formally accepted by the City Council. Therefore, Staff recommends that the City Council accept the gifts and formally recognize the Dublin Historical Preservation Association. Submitted By Reviewed By Director of Parks and Assistant City Manager Community Services DESCRIPTION: During Fiscal Year 2011-2012, the Dublin Historic Preservation Association (DHPA) partnered with the City to provide financial and in-kind support for a variety of activities and projects that enhanced the programs and operations of the Heritage Park and Museums. The total value of these contributions is $11,140.00. The following is an overview of the gifts. ITEM NO. 3.2 Page 1 of 2 Lincoln Highway Signs The DHPA partnered with the City to install four historical signs near the intersections of Dublin Boulevard and Donlon Way, and Dublin Boulevard and Dougherty Road. The signs are part of an effort by the Lincoln Highway Association to post historical signs that signify the Old Lincoln Highway that crossed the Country many years ago. DHPA contributed $156 toward procurement of the signs and the City provided the labor for installation. Eagle Scout Projects The Eagle Scouts partner with the City on a regular basis to create projects that will enhance the Heritage Park and Museums. During Fiscal Year 2011-2012, DHPA provided $5,450 in support of the following Eagle Scout enhancement projects at the Heritage Park and Museums:  Installation of pavers for the St. Raymond Church courtyard  Painting of the office located in the Murray Schoolhouse  Farm equipment conservation and display  Creation of two outdoor chess/checker tables  Building an enclosure to protect the tractor and wagon  Installing fencing between the cemetery and new park area to protect grave markers Dublin Heritage Park & Museums Grand Opening The DHPA contributed $4,174 to host a dinner and reception Preview Party that celebrated the opening of the new park. Archival Support The DHPA funded $170 to have the Kolb Collection added to the computer-based Past Perfect Collections Management Program. Exhibits DHPA contributed $1,190 to help the City underwrite costs associated with the Camp Park Seabees exhibit, “We Can Build, We Can Fight: The U.S. Navy Seabees in WWII Dublin.” NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: A copy of the Staff Report was distributed to the Dublin Historical Preservation Association. ATTACHMENTS: None Page 2 of 2