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Council approves Chapman Barn restoration, majority of cost shifted to tourism fund
Summary
Council voted Nov. 19 to fund restoration of Chapman Barn, approving $27,813 to complete the project; council approved using tourism fund balance to cover the full amount after debate about whether tourism dollars meet the 'heads and beds' standard.
The City of Oconomowoc on Nov. 19 approved funding to restore Chapman Barn, a deteriorating historic structure at Chapman Park, after hearing fundraising updates from Friends of Chapman Park and staff.
Friends and staff reported about $24,502 on hand plus a $25,000 donation from Bank 59 and a $10,000 contribution proposed from tourism, leaving a shortfall of $17,813 to award the restoration contract. After…
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