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Commission approves Oklahoma Historical Society marker to honor ‘Cape Bernard’ at City Hall
Summary
The commission approved placement of an Oklahoma Historical Society marker at City Hall to commemorate Cape Bernard. OHS will pay $3,200 for the marker (shipping included); the city will likely assist with installation. Vote: 3 yes, 1 abstention.
The Historic Preservation Commission voted to approve a request to place a historical marker commemorating “Cape Bernard” in front of City Hall, at 101 North 2nd Street. Staff introduced the request and noted that a representative named Matt Pierce was present to discuss the marker.
Matt Pierce clarified the request is from the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) and said the OHS has funds to pay for the marker and shipping but that installation assistance would likely be needed from the city. Pierce said, “The cost of the marker itself is $3,200. Shipping is included with that.” He said installation costs depend on the site and typically involve anchoring the marker into concrete with anchors and bolts; city public works would likely handle installation.
Commissioners discussed location and preferred placing the marker in the front of City Hall adjacent to the existing city-hall marker so it is prominent. A motion to approve the marker was made and seconded. On roll call, Lisa Kennedy and Steven Harrison voted yes, Nathan Turner registered an abstention, and Valerie Duncan voted yes. The motion carried and the commission approved the placement of the marker with OHS paying the marker cost; installation assistance would be coordinated with city staff.
During discussion, a participant noted that Connie Cronley authored the most recent biography of the historic figure referenced in the packet; speakers and the packet used both the name “Cape Bernard” and the given name referenced in the packet (discussants also referred to the subject as "Kate" during the conversation). The commission did not alter the text of the proposed marker in the meeting record; location and installation logistics were left for staff coordination.
The commission also noted it has budget capacity to assist with installation if needed, and staff will coordinate next steps with the Oklahoma Historical Society and public works.
