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Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting <br />Elk River City Hall <br />January 19, 2023 <br />5.2 Additional Projects and Updates <br /> <br /> Commissioner Maurer asked about construction of an information kiosk, like the <br /> one at Rivers Edge Commons, to be located at the historic water tower site. <br /> <br /> Mr. Carlton stated there was no park improvement budget specific for this idea. He <br /> stated there is an annual grant that the commission could request. The commission <br /> discussed the small parcel adjacent to the water tower that is for sale, and creating a <br /> fundraising campaign to secure funds or grants for an information kiosk. <br /> <br /> Mr. Carlton discussed the Uppertown mural artwork. Commissioner Griffiths <br /> indicated he reached out to the Elk River High School art department, and they were <br /> open to being a part of this creation. Commissioner Cole suggested the idea of a <br /> modern history photography theme, spotlighting small business owners or members <br /> of the community who have contributed to the growth of the city. <br /> <br /> The commission also discussed attending the Farmer’s Market in 2023. They <br /> discussed providing interesting displays to draw people into their booth, freebies to <br /> distribute to the public, and determining if they want to encourage people to bring <br /> in their photos. Mr. Carlton indicated he will check with the communications <br /> department to see if there’s a possibility of the city hosting these photos. <br /> Commissioner Maurer suggested reaching out to John Houlton to see if he would be <br /> willing to share his historical photos. <br /> <br />---------------------- <br /> <br />The commission then viewed the draft Elk River Documentary. Commissioner <br />Griffiths asked for feedback from the commission regarding any suggestions or <br />changes to the documentary. <br /> <br />6. Adjournment <br /> <br />There being no further business, Chair Lindberg adjourned the meeting of the Elk <br />River Heritage Preservation Commission at 6:28 p.m. <br />Minutes prepared by Jennifer Green. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Tina Allard <br />City Clerk <br /> <br /> <br />Lance Lindberg <br />Heritage Preservation Commission Chair