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Board outlines archiving, USF internships and outreach plan for National Historic Preservation Month
Summary
Board members discussed an update on the city’s archiving project (two USF interns cataloged about 360 items), potential partnerships with USF special collections and the library, and a public outreach plan including myths-vs-facts materials and participation in the May 5 proclamation for National Historic Preservation Month.
Marissa Robinson of Community Development updated the Historic Preservation Board on the city’s archiving work, saying interns from the University of South Florida had cataloged about 360 items and staff are evaluating software and conservation options.
Robinson told the board the interns are history majors headed to masters programs in library science and that the city has begun cataloging documents, photographs and larger architectural pieces. She said staff are reviewing software options for digitization and hosting; the library’s system was judged likely not a fit for the project and staff will demo alternatives. Some fragile items may be sent to a conservator for repair.
Outreach ideas discussed included creating a simplified step-by-step FAQ about how the CLG program works, a "myths vs. facts" series to address misconceptions about what being on the National Register means for property owners, testimonial-driven social-media posts, and informal library talks. Board members recommended pairing educational materials with National Historic Preservation Month in May and encouraged members to attend a city proclamation scheduled for the May 5 council meeting.
The board also discussed locating and digitizing prior oral histories collected by Liz Byrd and the Centennial Committee; members agreed to search for CDs and other materials and to contact people who may hold copies.
Next steps: staff will continue cataloging, evaluate hosting and digitization options (including possible partnership with USF special collections), and develop outreach content for May.
