Meeting Type: BCC Work Session
Meeting Date: 5/14/2019
Item Status: New
From: Commissioner James E. Ball, District 1; Wayne Dyess, County Administrator
Submitted by: Anu Gary, Administration/Records Manager
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ITEM TITLE
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Baldwin County Bicentennial Park
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Discussion - Commissioner Ball wishes to discuss the Baldwin County Bicentennial Park and possibly moving the park under the Archives and History Department.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
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Background: The Baldwin County Bicentennial Park is a 367-acre area in North Baldwin County, which was designated by the Baldwin County Commission during the County's Bicentennial in 2009. The park is dedicated to preserving the county’s rich cultural heritage and leaving a historical legacy for future generations.
Exhibits at the park include:
The General Store
Montpelier Methodist Church
19th Century Blacksmithing
19th Century Working Farm
Native American Village
Veterans Memorial Park
The Little Red Schoolhouse
Recreation in the park includes:
Pavilion and Picnic Area
Davida Hastie Nature Trail
FINANCIAL IMPACT
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LEGAL IMPACT
Is legal review necessary for this staff recommendation and related documents?
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ADVERTISING REQUIREMENTS
Is advertising required for this recommendation? N/A
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FOLLOW UP IMPLEMENTATION
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