AGENDA DATE: 10/11/2017
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Historic Inventory
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Inventory of historic assets throughout the County
ITEM TYPE: Regular Information Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Walker, Letteri, Kamptner, Maliszewski
PRESENTER (S): Bill Letteri, Greg Kamptner
LEGAL REVIEW: Not Required
REVIEWED BY: Douglas C. Walker
BACKGROUND: Since spring 2016, Charlottesville City has faced controversy over the presence of Confederate monuments on its property. Discussions on the historical value and context of various monuments and other historic resources are being scrutinized in localities throughout the United States. In light of questions about historic significance and role of local government regarding historic resources, this historic inventory can provide insight into the following historic resources located on Albemarle County Property, including: structures, monuments, cemeteries, and markers.
Through an overview of Albemarle County's historic resources, the Board may be better informed of the significance, background, and maintenance of historic property. Additionally, this inventory may provide important context to inform any action that may be taken by the Board regarding historic resources at a later time.
STRATEGIC PLAN: This work supports the County's vision: Albemarle County envisions a community with abundant natural, rural, historic, and scenic resources, healthy ecosystems, active and vibrant Development Areas, a physical environment that supports healthy lifestyles, a thriving economy, and exceptional educational opportunity for present and future generations.
DISCUSSION: This historic inventory is a presentation designed to inform the Board on the age, location, historic significance and County maintenance of select historic buildings, structures, monuments, cemeteries, and monuments situated on land owned or jointly owned by the County. The inventory includes more in-depth information on the Confederate monume...
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