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The Sangamon County Historic Preservation Commission discussed an initial report on Buffalo Hart Presbyterian Church's application for landmark status at its meeting this week.

The Sangamon County Historic Preservation Commission's mission is to identify, protect, preserve and facilitate the restoration, maintenance and continued use of buildings, structures, objects, areas, sites and landscapes that are of historical, archaeological, architectural or scenic significance. The commission aims to foster education and pride in the area's history, promote economic development, conserve the value of historical property and the property tax base, nurture prudent development, and encourage cooperation between municipalities and Sangamon County.

Below is the agenda for this meeting, as provided by the commission.

 Sangamon County

Historic Preservation Commission

SANGAMON COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE

Wednesday May 18, 2016

4:00 p.m.

Springfield-Sangamon County Planning Commission Conference Room

Room 212 – Sangamon County Building

Call to Order

Approval of Minutes

Committee Reports – Items for Discussion and Action

? 1. Oldest Farmhouse Committee

Initial Recommendation for New Landmark Applications

? 1. Approve an initial report for Buffalo Hart Presbyterian Church in

Buffalo Hart Township – to consider an initial recommendation and

report that the proposed landmark does or does not meet the criteria

for designation as a landmark.

Public Comment

Adjourn

Note: The next regular meeting of the Commission is scheduled for June 1, 2016.

Cc: Historic Sites Chair c/o OPED, John Reynolds, County Board Office, Webmaster