Residents and history buffs in Pinellas County have a chance to shape the future of their historic landmarks. RC Goodwin & Associates has begun to conduct a survey of buildings and structures that are hitting the half-century mark in age across Pinellas, Lee, and Sarasota Counties, as reported by Pinellas County News. This initiative is aimed to identify and catalog the architectural contributions that these structures bring to their communities.
With the financial backing of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the survey is part of a broader disaster recovery project, and it's set to actively engage the local population. Two public meetings are scheduled for November 24 - 25 to gather input and to better ensure that a diverse range of voices and perspectives are heard. This effort is a partnership that includes the Florida Division of Historic Resources and the National Park Service. According to the information provided, the meetings are an opportunity for both property owners and tenants to discuss the past, in order to more securely guarantee their heritage's future.
The survey is not just a local effort; it ties back to the national Certified Local Governments (CLG) program. The National Park Service's Certified Local Governments page describes the initiative as a means to help local governments integrate historic preservation interests into local planning decisions. This integration signifies a commitment to celebrate and preserve local history in a way that understands the broader narrative of the nation's development.
For those who are unable to attend in person, there is an option to join remotely via Zoom. The county government's website provides the Zoom link (https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6713420930, Meeting ID: 671 342 0930) for this purpose.
