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Commission approves updates to points‑of‑interest map and begins scoping second edition of Wildwood history book
Summary
Staff outlined proposed changes to the city’s points of interest map and proposed a scope and timeline for a second edition of the Wildwood history book; the commission authorized staff to proceed with the listed map updates and asked staff to gather cost proposals for book updates over a two‑year timeline.
Staff told the commission that the city’s points of interest map is nearly depleted and proposed a set of updates for the next print run. Proposed edits include adding the Route 66 historic marker (coming soon), updating the Village Green and Asen Log Cabin entries, adding the Wildwood Farms Community Garden, noting the Oroville Historic District’s National Register listing, adding Portner Park as a “coming soon” entry, raising attention to a proposed African American Heritage Trail at Monarch Lehi, and adding or updating historic photographs for select landmarks.
The commission voted to direct the department to proceed with the listed map updates and to allow staff to add additional bullets as needed. Staff said a typical cost‑effective print quantity is about 2,000 maps and that a new edition could be ready after Celebrate Wildwood if edits and proofing proceed.
Wildwood history book: Staff proposed building a second edition or substantial update to the Wildwood history book over a two‑year period. Suggested additions include expanded community histories (Glencoe, Westland Acres, Wild Horse Valley), expanded African American and indigenous history (including anticipated Network to Freedom nominations), additional family histories and oral histories, an updated timeline, and a hyperlinked index for the digital file. Staff said author Jill von Gruben and the city’s graphic designer would be involved and that costs will depend on the scope; staff will return with cost proposals.
Why it matters: The map and book are the city’s primary interpretive materials. Commissioners emphasized accuracy and inclusion, especially additional material documenting African American heritage and local historic community identities.
Ending: Staff will proceed with the approved map updates and begin collecting cost estimates for a second edition of the history book to present to the commission in future meetings.
