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World War I Memorial Signage - Update and Discussion of Next Steps (20min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: August 3, 2020
Request for Board Action:
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The Board is requested to receive an update from staff and discuss next steps in light of recent inquiries from citizens pursuant to this commemoration. The current monument dedicated in 1921 by the Junior Order of United American Mechanics commemorated the Durham residents that gave the ultimate sacrifice during WWI 1917-1919. The “Roll of Honor” list the names of Durham County citizens alphabetically with the names separated by race. The African American citizens are listed at the bottom of the order. The committee currently working on this commemoration will provide the update and discuss the next steps with the BOCC.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This aligns with Strategic Goal 5: Accountable, Efficient and Visionary Government
Resource Persons: Peri Manns, ASLA, LEED GA, Deputy Director of E, E& S, Linzie Atkins, Veteran Service Officer, Sandra Lovely, Assistant Director of Library Services, Dawn Dudley, Senior Public Information Specialist, Brenda Hayes-Bright, Assoc. AIA, CDT, Project Manager and Linda Salguero, AIA, CPD, Project Manager/Public Arts Coordinator
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board receive the update and provide input to staff if appropriate.
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County Manager: ____________________________