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Committee approves HM Xander interpretive sign for Xander Park
Summary
The committee approved a draft interpretive sign honoring HM Xander in Xander Park, accepting proposed text and photos supplied by the Xander family and asking staff to confirm permitting and placement details.
Committee members approved a preliminary interpretive sign for HM Xander Park after a presentation from Lisa on behalf of donor families.
Lisa said the Xander family requested the sign and provided six family photos and historical details drawn from a local library collection. The draft text describes HM Xander’s community roles, including service as the village’s first president after incorporation in the 1920s and 30 years as the bank’s first president. The committee discussed whether to repurpose an existing Eagle Scout kiosk or to install a standalone aluminum post sign; Lisa said the kiosk appears structurally deteriorated and the family is open to repurposing it if feasible.
Members asked that staff confirm any permit differences between interpretive signage and the donor sign, and consider placement so visitors can view the pavilion and sign together while avoiding floodplain locations. The committee moved, seconded and approved the preliminary format; final installation remains subject to permitting and village board approval.
