Davenport historic preservation commission approves 2025 work plan; elects chair and vice chair

The Davenport Historic Preservation Commission on Feb. 11 approved its 2025 work plan and elected a chair and vice chair, following a discussion that prioritized outreach to real estate agents, schools and neighborhood organizations.

The work plan — part of the city’s annual submission to the State Historic Preservation Office to maintain certified local government status — was approved by roll call after commissioners discussed outreach and education strategies, inventory work and event planning. Matt, a city staff member who presented the annual report and draft plan, said the commission must "complete the online application and then submit it to the state for review by the February 28 deadline."

Why it matters: the certified local government designation ties the commission to state preservation programs and training; the work plan sets the commission’s public-education and inventory priorities for the coming year and identifies projects where the commission and staff will invest time.

Commissioners highlighted several priorities during the…