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Council supports small grant to add historic plaques and create a walking tour map
Summary
A $5,000 grant will fund plaques for about 10 historic properties; council discussed signage versus plaques, maintenance concerns and the potential to add QR-code content and an online walking map.
The Director said the village secured a $5,000 grant intended to support historical markers and a walking tour of notable properties. The proposal—suggested by the historical society—would place roughly 10 plaques and produce a walking map for residents and visitors.
Members debated whether to use plaques or larger interpretive signage like those at the depot, and raised concerns about long-term maintenance (fading, vandalism). One council member suggested adding QR codes to provide extended content online and to support a self-guided tour; staff agreed to coordinate design and maintenance plans with the historical society.
