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Clarkdale preservation panel discusses marker wording, CLG steps and volunteer needs for expanded July 4 program
Summary
At its March 3 meeting the Historic Preservation Commission heard plans for an expanded July 4 parade and concert, discussed updating historical marker language to include Hispanic and Native American heritage, reviewed gazebo maintenance, and planned CLG follow-up with SHPO. Commissioners were asked to volunteer for marker drafting and to consider grant options.
The Historic Preservation Commission of the Town of Clarkdale spent much of its March 3 meeting on preservation priorities, including proposed updates to historical marker language, a Certified Local Government (CLG) follow-up with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), gazebo maintenance, and a request for volunteers and grant exploration tied to an expanded July 4 celebration.
Parks and Recreation Director Joni Westcott told the commission the town plans a larger parade for the nation's 250th anniversary while retaining a children’s-only section and adding an evening concert. "We do need volunteers across the board. It takes about 50 volunteers for us to put on the event,"…
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