Historical Commission

TOWN OF MOUNT PLEASANT, SOUTH CAROLINA HISTORICAL COMMISSION VIDEO CONFERENCE MEETING MARCH 11, 2021 MINUTES Youtube: https://youtu.be/CxhTxn1O_E8 Present: Deborah Sutherland, Chair, Richard Gutowski, Patrick Morrissey, Bryan Blalock, Courtney Theis, Theresa Gordon. Absent: Jordan Cruz. Ms. Sutherland called the meeting to order at 8:00 am. I. Approval of Agenda Mr. Gutowski moved for approval of the agenda. Ms. Sutherland seconded the motion. All in favor. II. Approval of Minutes –February 11 Meeting Minutes Ms. Theis moved for approval of the minutes. Mr. Morrissey seconded the motion. All in favor. III. Public Comment There being no comments, Ms. Sutherland continued with the agenda. IV. Staff Update – provide update on Mary St. dock Ms. Miller updated the Commission. V. Committee Action Items A. Public Education Committee 1. Discuss Black History Month Events Ms. Miller updated that Commission on the success of the Black History Month events.  Historical Commission March 11, 2021 Page 2 of 4 2. Discussion on future projects recommended by HDPC Ms. Miller stated that the HDPC has requested a historical marker at the Old Town Hall and at Ferry Street and reviewed this information with the Commission. The Commission agreed to continue with research for these potential markers and possibly holding public meetings for input on these projects. 3. Discuss creation of videos and podcasts on historical events Ms. Gordon reviewed her thoughts on creating videos and podcasts throughout the year that could be broadcast, archived, and posted on the historical app. The Commission agreed to move forward and have staff contact Communications on what resources are available. B. Historical Marker Committee 1. Update on Scanlonville Monument and Park Ms. Gordon updated the Commission on the progress of the submittals for the monument and park. 2. Update on Miriam Brown Marker Ms. Sutherland stated that she is working on text for the historical signage. Ms. Miller reviewed the quote for the interpretive sign with the Commission. 3. Additional Signage near Pitt Street Bridge Ms. Miller updated the Commission on signage for the Pitt Street Bridge. She stated that the signage would be handled by DNR with Public Services installing the signage.  Historical Commission March 11, 2021 Page 3 of 4 4. Discuss Budget for Future Markers Ms. Miller stated that corrections are needed for the Edmund Jenkins plaque and possible historical marker. She stated that she would follow up on what changes would be needed. Mr. Blalock stated that he is working on verbiage for Hibben Street as well. Ms. Gordon moved for approval of cost for Miriam Brown signage up to $2,750. Mr. Morissey seconded the motion. All in favor. C. Special Collection Committee Ms. Miller reviewed items needed for the archive room. Ms. Gordon moved for approval of items for the archive room up to $100. Mr. Morrissey seconded the motion. All in favor. D. Tourism Committee 1. Update of participation of Blessing of the Fleet 2. Action on banner for Historical Commission events Ms. Miller stated that a table and tent have been reserved. Ms. Gordon reviewed items needed for the event. Ms. Gordon moved for approval of a Historical Commission banner up to $300 for use at events such as the Blessing of the Fleet. Mr. Blalock seconded the motion. All in favor. Mr. Blalock updated the Commission on the Hibben Street signage and Passport program. The Commission agreed that Doug Bostic should be contacted to get information and a quote for creating maps and other resource information.  Historical Commission March 11, 2021 Page 4 of 4 E. Organization and Administration Committee 1. Update on Budget Ms. Theis updated the Commission on the budget. 2. Update on Committee assignments and expansion of tasks (Strategic Plan) Ms. Theis updated the Commission on the assignments and tasks. VI. Goodbye Rick, Patrick, and Theresa The Commission discussed term limits and noted that Mr. Morrissey and Mr. Gutowski’s term will be over in April. Ms. Gordon stated that she will not be seeking re-appointment at this time. VII. Discussion of Next Month’s Agenda Items The Commission agreed that the following items should be included on next month’s agenda: ➢ Edmund Jenkins marker corrections ➢ Update on creation of videos and podcasts ➢ Priority of Projects for the Commission ➢ Farewell to Mr. Gutowski, Mr. Morrissey, and Ms. Gordon ➢ Update on French Spanish invasion project ➢ Update on budget ➢ Update on Blessing of Fleet items ➢ Update on Miriam Brown signage ➢ Update on Scanlonville Monument and Park There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:27 am. Submitted by, L. Lynes HistComsn03112021