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School board schedules Sept. 9 workshop to study historic designation and future use of 'Old Rock Building'
Summary
Taylor County School Board voted to hold a public workshop on Sept. 9 to gather information on historic‑site designation, grant options and future uses for the Old Rock Building after a presentation on national/state landmark processes.
The Taylor County School Board voted to hold a public workshop on Sept. 9 at 5:15 p.m. to review the future use and possible historic designation of the Old Rock Building, board members said during an extended discussion.
Board member Mathis presented background on historic designation, saying the National Register of Historic Places typically requires a property to be at least 50 years old and to meet criteria such as association with important people or events or distinctive architecture. Mathis told the board federal recognition can bring eligibility for federal and state grants, tax incentives and protection when federal funding is involved, and that local ordinances still apply. Mathis also cited a nearby example — a Sopchoppy…
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