Committee begins phased review of historic items in courthouse crawlspace

Jun 8, 2026

Committee members were told approximately 75 boxes remain in the courthouse crawlspace; the committee directed a phased review and noted state law requires the historical society to review items older than 20 years before disposal.

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The Oneida County Facilities Committee on June 8 discussed the removal and inventory of historic items stored in the courthouse crawlspace. Troy Huber reported that "approximately 75 additional boxes remain in the crawlspace," with more material in the Buildings & Grounds office. Administrative Coordinator Tracy Hartman said she has not yet had time to review the items and reminded the committee that, under state law, the historical society must review any items older than 20 years before the county can destroy or give them away.

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