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Commission sketches plans for Historic Preservation Day 2026, proposes honoring local architect
Summary
The commission discussed themes and activities for the May 2026 Historic Preservation Day, including walking tours (day and night), honoring late architect Alan Stromberg, partnerships with Main Street Boulder City and schools, and broader promotion via mailers and potential glossy materials.
Commissioners discussed programming and promotional ideas for Historic Preservation Day 2026, including a proposed walking tour of historic houses, a nighttime tour highlighting motel signage, school projects, and a possible glossy brochure or magazine to broaden promotion beyond local outlets.
Chair proposed recognizing the late local architect Alan Stromberg for his contributions to Boulder City's historic character; several commissioners volunteered to organize a tribute and to integrate his work into walking-tour routes. "I'd be happy to spearhead that and get some information... Invite the family," a commissioner said during agenda-item discussion.
Other suggestions included partnering with the Hoover Dam Boulder City Museum, coordinating with Main Street Boulder City on elementary-school drawings, holding a night event to view restored neon signage, and exploring cross-promotion with wine-walk weekends. A commissioner who works in media offered to help expand outreach to regional newspapers and TV.
Staff confirmed the commission had already provided direction to proceed with a utility-mailer nomination piece and that the flyer timeline allowed edits before the January mailing. The commission encouraged volunteer-led tours and noted accessibility concerns for walking events.
Next steps: Commissioners will refine themes, finalize outreach plans and schedule walking-tour routes; staff will proceed with the previously directed utility mailer and coordinate volunteer involvement.
