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Urbana Historic Preservation Commission designates First United Methodist Church as local landmark
Summary
The Historic Preservation Commission voted to designate First United Methodist Church (304 S. Ray St.) as a local historic landmark, approving a nomination citing architectural and civic significance (criteria a, c, e) with a roll‑call vote after proponents presented historical and community evidence.
The Urbana Historic Preservation Commission voted Monday to designate the First United Methodist Church at 304 South Ray Street as a local historic landmark, citing its gothic revival architecture and long civic role in the community.
Olivia Jovine, Director of Community Development Services, told the commission the application — received and deemed complete Oct. 30 — met multiple nomination criteria and recommended designation. Jovine described the building’s 1927 gothic revival design, noting its limestone bell tower, stained‑glass windows, pointed arches…
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