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Mayor’s Conference
Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 5:30 PM
City Council Chambers, City Hall
33 E. Broadway, Meridian, Idaho
1. Roll-call Attendance:
Blaine Johnston, President Dawn Cronk
Josh Evarts Joely W alters
Robert Mortensen, Vice President
Councilman Ty Palmer, Ex-Officio
2. Adoption of the Agenda
3. Approval of the June 9, 2016 Meeting Minutes
4. Approval of the Monthly Financial Statement
5. Historical Society and History Center Update by Lila Hill
6. Old Business
a. 2016 Meridian History Course Report
b. “If This Property Could Talk” Campaign Discussion
c. Walking Tour Suggestions
d. Nominations to National Registry
e. Learning Opportunities:
i. American Association of State and Local History, Online -
Thursday and Friday, September 15-16
i. PastForward Conference 2016, Chairman Attending in Houston
– Tuesday through Friday, November 15-18
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION MEETING
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7. New Business
a. Meridian Library District Outreach and History Projects
b. Idaho State Historical Records Advisory Board Grant, to Consider for
Next Year
8. Next Meeting: Depending on Commissioner Availability
a. August 11, 2016 and/or September 8, 2016
b. Discussion of Possible Meeting Topics
9. Adjourn
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION MEETING AMENDED
Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 5:30 PM
City Council Chambers, City Hall
33 E. Broadway, Meridian, Idaho
Roll -call Attendance: 5:30 pm
x Blaine Johnston, President 5:35_ Dawn Cronk
x Josh Evarts x Joely Walters
x Robert Mortensen, Vice President
o Councilman Ty Palmer, Ex -Officio
2. Adoption of the Agenda with Amendments Motion to adopt the agenda by J.
Evarts; seconded by IR. Mortensen —all ayes- agenda adopted.
3. A�proval of the June 9, 2016 Meeting Minutes Motion to table minutes of June
9f , 2016 by H. Bodnar; seconded by R. Mortensen
4. Approval of the Monthly Financial Statement Motion to approve the monthly
financial statement by J. Evarts; seconded by R. Mortensen —all ayes- motion
carried.
5. Historical Society and History Center Update by Lila Hill On file.
� 6., Old Business
"-,a. 2016 Meridian History Course Report Feedback on file and oral reports
provided by Hillary and Bill. Teacher comments schedule change tours to
morning, post meeting to answer questions from attendees, about 22
teachers attended, it was commented that the course was well-received.
In the meeting of June 14th: Videos requested to be updated, a request to
honor teachers for their work on it.
b. "If This Property Could Talk" Campaign Discussion Continue to get a
permit through the Clerk's Office for signage. Josh Evarts will investigate
the availability and type of signs to use. Conversation will continue in
future meetings.
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c. Walking Tour Suggestions Continued to New Business, D.
d. Nominations to National Registry Blaine asked commissioners to take
notes and bring ideas of potential buildings to the commission.
e. Learning Opportunities:
L American Association of State and Local History, Online -
Thursday and Friday, September 15-16 Hillary will update
commission as soon as the online schedule is confirmed. Members
of Historical Society may be invited to enroll.
L PastForward Conference 2016, Chairman Attending in Houston
— Tuesday through Friday, November 15-18 Blaine updated the
commission on what courses he will take, and will update them
again. Final Cost $635 plus whatever is added for lodging.
7. New Business
a. Meridian Library District Outreach and History Projects Continued for
future discussion
b. Idaho State Historical Records Advisory Board Grant, to Consider for
Next Year Could provide resources to preserve and provide Idaho
Historical Society assets. The Grant is a State, and will be offered every
year. Hillary to place on January 2017 agenda for project ideas, have it
written up by July and ready to submit.
C. "Surprise Item" (Commissioner alters Recognition) Blaine
presented commissioner Walter's with a certificate of recognition for her
three years of service on HPC.
Tour Discussion J. Evarts presented information on the My Tour app.
The app would theoretically "Meet people where they're at". meaning that
it would teach people in the way that they want to be taught. Commission
in favor of J. Evarts exploring the demo mode, schedule a time to show
this to the Mayor, and get her feedback. Then HPC can come back in
August to outline a package/proposal for MDBA (and maybe MDC and the
Arts Commission). Set up would cost $ 1,995. Yearly Subscription would
cost $ 1,495.Dongles/Fobs will cost $100 per Dongles/Fobs, It is uncertain
how many years they will last. There is a possibility to request a grant to
cover the set up cost. H. Bodnar to check 8th 9th or 10th of August and get
something confirmed with Peggy, send to Josh, 1.5 hrs needed. Let Blaine
know.
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HPC July 2016
I thought we might have a bicycle riding demonstration? -
The old school bus was also in the parade — we have purchased an all weather cover for it from
the foundation funds in our account.
We also paid for the best of show trophy for the Dairy Show from Dairy Wives funds turned
over to us.
We had visitors yesterday who really liked our displays but didn't want to join, but donated $20.
Gaetana Nesbitt is entering more of the `Before the Times" into the index for that publication.
This is a "volunteer" summer job — so far one afternoon a week.
Carol is entertaining her grandchildren from Prague so is not in on Mondays until August.
We will soon be receiving the rest of the microfilmed papers from the Idaho State Historical
Society. Steve Barrett from their staff was out for a look see since our last meeting.
Earl & I attended the awarding of the Century Farm plaque to the Aldape descendants who still
live on the farm. Frank Thomason & Carol Jetton were also in attendance.
We do not meet in July but will be back in August for our regularly scheduled meeting — Second
Wednesday at 3:00.
We have received with no strings attached a collection of glass slides from the Gregory/Packer
family. They appear to be developed by a member of the family as he was learning to develop
via a printed course. Final disposition will be determined later, we are in touch with the Idaho
State Historical Librarian to see if they "fit" into their collection. There are a few ID's by family
group, but no individual identification.
I'm very pleased with the HPC's newest member — she may be new on the commission, but
don't underestimate her knowledge of local history!
CITY of MERIDIAN
FY2016 (10/1/2015 thru 9/30/2016)
Budget for Historic Preservation & Historical Society
As of: 7/8/2016
Effective FY2016 EXPENDITUR
Acct# AGENCY / VENDOR Date DESCRIPTION BUDGET ES
BUDGET 10 12015 Budget for misc 300.00
Historical Society budget for misc expenses 300.00
Historic Preservation
TOTALS
15,725.00
16,025.00
14.44
24.99
(13.45)
13.45
Available
Budget
300.00
9.91
26.74
30.00
106.08 15,618.92
106.08 15,918.92
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BUDGET
101111015 Budgetfor Consulting
5,000.00
BUDGET
101111015 Budget for Training
1,500.00
BUDGET
101111015 Budget for Supplies
400.00
BUDGET
101112015 Budget for Memberships
325.00
BUDGET
101112015 BudgetforPrinting/Promotional
1,500.00
BUDGET
101111015 Budget for Continuing Education Program
1,000.00
BUDGET
101111015 Budget for Historical District Branding
5,000.00
53801
MASTERCARD
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10/28/15. Citv Hall Tour Proos x antv 4
53801
MASTERCARD
2/28/2016 MC City #2 2/28/16 Statement - Oriental
Trading, 2/22/16, props for 3rd grade tour at
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53801
RESERVE ACCOUNT
2/29/2016 POSTAGE USE, February 2016
53801
2/29/2016 Recode PITNEY RESERVE POSTAGE USE,
February 2016-53801to56102
53801
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5/27/2016 MC City #6 5/27/16 Statement - Walmart,
5/13/16, mounting squares & goo gone for
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53801
MASTERCARD
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53801
A-1 STAMP & MABEL'S
6/8/2016 Engraved Name Badges for HPC Commissioners
LABELS
- for Robert. Dawn. & Josh
Historic Preservation
TOTALS
15,725.00
16,025.00
14.44
24.99
(13.45)
13.45
Available
Budget
300.00
9.91
26.74
30.00
106.08 15,618.92
106.08 15,918.92
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Teacher feedback comments from Meridian History class
1. I enjoyed the Meridian History class. I feel like I came away knowing more about
Meridian and its past. The variety of guest speakers was nice. It would have been nice
to do our walking tour and farm visits in the morning when it was cooler. I was hoping
to come away with more student friendly material. I have used the video on West Ada's
site. I find the students have a hard time relating the past to the present. Many of them
do not know the locations that are mentioned. It would be nice to add present day
pictures so that the students could compare the past to now. It would also be helpful to
have a small booklet that explains in kid friendly language how Meridian started and the
transition to where it is now. I understand that would be a big undertaking.
2. I really enjoyed taking the History of Meridian Class! I liked that the class was well organized and the instructors were
knowledgeable, kind, well- prepared, and relaxed. I liked meeting at City Hall. It provided an opportunity to see the
building and the rest of the downtown.
One of my favorite parts of the class included the variety of guest speakers. It was clear that the speakers were
selected with a purpose in mind. I liked how we learned about different aspects of Meridian, from the history of the
town, to what is happening presently, to what the future holds for Meridian. I thought all of the guest speakers were
very well prepared and professional, especially the city employees. Hearing from them made me excited about
Meridian! I also loved experiencing the walking tour. It would be really neat if some more buildings could be added to
the tour. I loved visiting the school house.
I also loved the field trips to the farms. The hosts of the field trips were very gracious, knowledgeable, and welcoming.
Visiting the farms provided me with a new appreciation and respect for our community.
One suggestion I have is to consider scheduling the outside activities for the mornings when the weather is not as
warm. However, I realize that there may not have been much flexibility in the schedule, based upon the availability of
the farm tours and guest speakers. Luckily, the majority of the class was indoors, so it turned out okay.
Thank you for teaching such a fun class and thank you to the City of Meridian for supporting it! I loved that even
though it was geared more to 3Td grade teachers, it was still relevant to other grade level teachers. Thank you for
putting so much thought into it to make it purposeful, relaxed, and fun. I am definitely going to encourage some of
my colleagues to take it, too!
3. Thank you so much for this class. I loved it. I learned so much about the resources out
there. I thought the guest speakers you brought in were excellent and it was awesome that
we were able to hear from different types of community leaders to get different
perspectives. The field trips were so cool and I enjoyed the historical walk downtown.
There are so many things I can take away from this to use for my class, but really beyond
that I expanded my own knowledge and appreciation in my community. I tried to get my
partner teachers to take this class with me, but they didn't because they didn't need the
credits. I'm going to tell them they have to take it next year because it was just simply
awesome, so hopefully you do it again next summer.
4. 1 thought this class was very interesting. I really enjoyed the "hands-on / walking/ field trip" parts of
the class. The guest speakers were great and relevant. The in class time got long at times. I feel like
maybe if it was structured a little differently it would have felt more interesting. As a teacher
resources are always a great thing and I feel like in class resources were discussed, but we were not
given even a list of these books, websites, contacts, field trip information. In my opinion, for the next
class, I would have a packet for the teachers with all of these resources and important information.
5. Thank you so much for putting this class on! I am not from this area, so it was really fun to learn about my
new home:) I appreciate all the speakers you guys provided. It is great to make those community
connections!
6. I thoroughly enjoyed the information presented during this class. I was surprised by the
number of speakers presenting to the class. The class has motivated me and given
direction as to how I can develop this history unit to be kid -friendly! I am developing the
unit with the assistance of the materials you gave to us and from the information from
Mrs. Hill. I will definitely be visiting the Meridian Historical Society and gathering more
information to make the unit exciting for me and the kids. I hope that Andrus will be
able to use some of the funds available to make the field trip to Meridian. We will be
checking it out!
My one complaint about the class was the field trips in the HOT afternoons. If possible,
I think I would have enjoyed the dairy and mint farm in the early morning. I realize that
you had schedule issues but the heat almost made the visits unbearable. The field trips
were a lot of fun and enjoyed by all!
7. Amy, thank you and Linda for an absolutely wonderful class; I so enjoyed the entire
experience, starting with your teaching style. Your expertise and ease of working with
teachers was motivational. Meridian City Hall and West Ada SD are so fortunate to have
you both. I hope you continue this course for many years to come.
8. I loved the course! I feel that it was very informative and that the instructors not only were
educated on the topics but that they genuinely enjoyed the subject matter. It was wonderful
to learn about something so personal and important to our community. Thank you for the
opportunity!
9. Thank you for teaching the Meridian History class. I really enjoyed it and learned so much about
Meridian. I have been telling everyone all that I learned!
I loved going on all the tours. I wish we could do the whole thing with our classes. I think they would
really enjoy it. Our school is located in Boise, so we are hoping we still can take the field trip next year.
We will be in contact with Lori Gash to see what we can do. Thank you so much.
10. Even though I am not a 3`d grade teacher I learned a lot from this class. It taught me about different resources
that are available in my community and I also learned some great things that I will carry over into my
kindergarten class.
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