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Commission finalizes recent local designations, discusses plaque program and donates historic postcard to library
Summary
The commission noted recent City Council approvals of local designations, discussed offering optional exterior plaques and a signage/scavenger-hunt outreach plan, and voted to donate a historic Bowling Green postcard to the Wood County Public Library.
The Bowling Green Historic Preservation Commission reviewed recent local designation actions, discussed options for an optional owner-paid plaque program, and voted to donate a historic postcard to the Wood County Public Library.
Commission staff said the North Maple Street local designation was approved by city council on Dec. 2, 2024, and the ordinance for 503 Buttonwood Avenue was passed Jan. 6, 2025. Staff presented copies of the ordinances and a thank-you letter to the property owners for the commission to sign.
Commissioners discussed post-designation outreach, including offering optional exterior plaques for owners. Staff described an approach used by Cleveland in which owners pay for a standardized plaque — a model that would keep appearance and cost consistent. "Some cities seem a little more flushed with cash and they pay for it," staff said; she added that one company quoted about $200 for a plaque and that the city could avoid installation liability by notifying owners when the plaque arrives and leaving installation to them.
The commission also reviewed the historic-signage project and ideas for public engagement in 2025, including a scavenger-hunt using installed signs, a possible bicycle tour and other events for Historic Preservation Month in May. Staff reported the recent signage presentation was fully booked and attended by 25 people.
On a separate item, the commission voted to donate a historic Bowling Green postcard to the Wood County Public Library. A motion to donate the postcard passed after a second; commissioners said the library would be a suitable repository for preservation and public access.
Commission staff said Friends of the Historic Bowling Green Committee continues to publish monthly articles about local buildings; recent pieces covered the Painted Lady and Royce building and more installments are planned.
