NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE THE CITY OF LA GRANGE, TEXAS  TOURISM PARTNERSHIP GRANT COMMITTEE  OF  Notice is hereby given that the Tourism Partnership Grant Committee of the governing body ofthe City ofLa Grange, Texas, will bel held on the 10th day ofJune, 2024, at 5:15 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 155 E. Colorado Street, La Grange, Texas, at which time the following subjects will be discussed, to-wit:  1. Discuss and/or Consider Allocation ofTourism Funds Posted at 11:30 a.m. on the 7th day ofJune, 2024.  Dal Bay Jabeti Bayer, City Secretary    TABLE OF CONTENTS  Current Financial Report Hotel/Motel Tax Report Summary Summary of Requests Request for Funds  Pagel Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 12  Texas Heroes Museum - Supplemental Advertising thru 3/31/2025 Colorado Valley Quilt Guild - Best Little Quilt Show Advertising  Faison Preservation Society, Inc - historic preservation (foundation work) Page 20  La Grange Roadrunners - Promote 2024/2025 Events  Page 64 Page 72 Page 110  Polka Lovers Club ofTexas Museum - Addt'l funds for Virtual Docent Juneteenth on the Square Advertising June gth Celebration  Program & Marketing events in 2024    Tourism Grant Committee  6/4/2024 509,185 173,241 (46,181) (145,000) (49,712) 441,533  INCOME Fund Balance Hotel/Motel Tax Income FY 2023-24 Expenses to Oct May Approved Budgeted Expenditures Balance Approved funds to be expended (FY 23-24)  $ $ $ $ $ $  Total Funds Available  Hotel/Mote! Tax Income FY 2023-24  Oct-23 Nov-23 Dec-23 Jan-24 Feb-24 Mar-24 Apr-24 May-24 Jun-24 Jul-24 Aug-24 Sep-24 Year to Date Total  $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $  9,265 36,981 17,017 15,701 13,722 15,383 26,442  38,729 * partialmonth  173,241    A A o 0 8 9 9 $A A  A A A A $A $A A A $A A A A $A  e  3 A    co  A A A A A A A A A $A A A  F  a  $ $A 3 N N o E $  $A A A A A  $A A A A A A $A  A A A A A A A A A A A $A A  8 W 3 8 A 5 9 2 5 8 A 3  A A A A A A A A $A $A A   $A A A A $A $A A $A  N  A A $A $ A A A $ A A  A  €  A 4A $ A  -2-    Summary of Requests  Request 1  Amount $2,838  Overview Texas Heroes Museum  Funds are requested for supplemental advertising expenses through March 31,2025. The committee last allocated $1,262 in March 2024 for website development and advertising and Colorado Valley Quilt Guild - 27th Annual Best Little Quilt Show in TX Funds are requested to advertise the annual quilt show. The quilt show will be held February 21-22, 2025. The committee allocated $4,000 for marketing purposes in 2023 and 2022. Funds are requested for historic preservation of the N.W. Faison House. Funds will be used towards immediate repairs to the foundation. The committee last allocated $1,550 in March 2024 for advertising and $4,170 in March 2023 for  $2,000 in June 2023 for advertising.  2  $4,000  3  $10,000  Faison Preservation Society, Inc.  advertising and docents. La Grange Roadrunners  4  $1,200  Funds are requested to promote/advertise multiple upcoming dance events in 2024/2025. The committee last allocated $2,000 in 2023 and $1500 in 2020, 2019, and 2018.  5  $6,000  Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum  Additional funds are requested for completion of the Virtual Docent Program and marketing expenses for three (3) events later in 2024. The committee allocated $4,000 in March of 2024 for marketing & advertising; $6,000 in June 2023 for historical esoratuonpreseration projects; $8,000 in Sept. 2022 for exterior renovations and $2,000 in Dec. 2022 for  marketing/promotons, Juneteenth on the Square 2023 and $2,000 in 2022.  6  $3,000  Funds are requested for promotion of the Juneteenth celebration on June 8th. The committee allocated $1,000 in  3-    Request for Funds June 10, 2024 Tourism Grant Committee  Funds Requested $ 2,838 $ 4,000 $ 10,000 $ 1,200 $ 6,000 $ 3,000 $ 27,038  Applicant 17 Texas Heroes Museum 2 Colorado Valley Quilt Guild 3 Faison Preservation Society, Inc 4 La Grange Roadrunners 5 Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum 6 Juneteenth on the Square Total of Funding Requests    APR39.2024 CityoflaGrange  Tourism Grant Program Funding Request Application  Organization Information  Date: 4/30/2024  Name of Organization; Texas Heroes Museum Address: 171 S. Main St. (Send mail to PO Box1110)  City: State: La Grange, TX Contact Name: Charles Murray  78945 Zip:  Contact Phone Number: 968-6715  Web Site Address for Event or Sponsoring Entity: Tesasherpeswussum.com Is your organization: Nonprofit E Private/For Profit D Tax D#: 46-4084521 Name ofl Event or Project: Supplemental advertising through Mar 31, 2025  Partner Entity: N/A (Not Applicable) Date of Event or Project: N/A Start Time/End Time of the Event: N/A  Primary yLocation of Event or Project: Texas Heroes Museum in the Fayette County Old Jail Has this Event/Facility been held before? Ify yes, please list the years: 2017-2024  This requesti is not for an event. This application isf fort funding adverising expenses. Please list any additional Co-Sponsors oft the Event: N/A  Please list any other organizations, government entities and grants that have offered financial support to your project: In 2023 we received af $5000 unrestricted granti from the Staphen and Mary Birch  Foundation anda a $1000 unrestricted granti from the Texas Women's League. generated from the event (scholarships, donations, etc.): Wel have an area in the museum dedicated to promoting tourism in Fayette County.  Please list any contributions that are made to the community of] La Grange as ai result of funds  Do you intend to request support from businesses in the form of sponsorships, donations, Is this at ticketed Event/Facility? Ff yes, please list price of ticket, admission, entry fee: Free  materials, or other means that will assist you in executing the event? Yes  No_ X  HOT Amount Requested  $2838.00  Request may be up to ai maximum of$10,000)  -5-    Percentage of Hotel Tax Support of Related Costs  0 0  (%) Note Percentage ofTotal Event Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax (%) Note Percentage ofTotal Facility Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax  for the Funded Event Tax for thel Funded Event Funded Event  100 (%) Note Percentage ofTotal Marketing Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy  0  (%) Note Percentage of Staff Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax for the Purpose of] Funds Request (including proposed use of funds), (1)New advertising opportunities: (1.A)Targeted: adsi in Texas State Rifle Association's publications, including the' Veterans" issue: $1350. (2) Continuation ofl Internet Connection (6 months, Oct 1, 2024- Mar 31, 2025): $492  (1.B)La Grange Area Detailed Street Map ad: $996.  Explain how this expenditure will DIRECTLY enhance and promote tourism AND the The TSRA ads will reach over: 30,000 members in1 Texas. The map ad will appear inu up to 20,000 mapsi inv wide distribution fort twoy years. We advertise oni free internet sites (Google, Trip Advisor, Yelp, Facebook).  convention and hotel industry  Check Which Categories Apply to Funding Request and Amount Requested Under Each  Category:  Convention Center or Visitor Information Center: construction, improvement, equipping, repairing operation and maintenance of convention center facilities or visitor information Registration of Convention Delegates: furnishing of facilities, personnel, and materials Advertising, Solicitations, Promotional programs to attract tourists and convention Promotion of the Arts that Directly Enhance Tourism and the Hotel & Convention Industry: encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application of the arts, including instrumental and vocal music, dance, drama, folk art, creative writing, architecture, design and allied fields, painting, sculpture photography, graphic and craft arts, motion picture, radio, television, tape and sound recording, and other arts related to the presentation, performance, execution, and exhibition of these major art forms; Historical restoration and preservation projects or activities or advertising and conducting solicitation and promotional programs to encourage tourists and convention delegates to  centers, or both $  for the registration of convention delegates or registrants; $  delegates or registrants to the city $  $  visit preserved historic sites or museums; $2838.00  6    Questions for All Funding Requests Historical Narrative  Please provide al brief description of your agency's history and background. (May be provided on separate page) Points are awarded on the basis of how established your program is, past successes, etc. More points will be awarded for entities that have a proven track record of Mission Statement: The Texans in' War Museum Association honors Texans who have answered the call to defend their lives, their property, and their liberty. Our mission is to educate the public about the! history of  stability and staying within budget.  Texan conflicts andt the contributions Texans have made in preserving freedom.  Background: Our museum opened in September 2016. We have had over 8,900 visitors from 49 states and and 341 foreign countries.. An exact count is not possible, because some people signi in like' "The Smith Family." Wer reopened from thep pandemic in. June, 2021, but ther number oft tourists per day is still nota as great as pre-pandemic.  Needs Statement  Explain why you are requesting funds from the City of La Grange HOT Funds. (May be provided on a separate page). How does your organization meet the needs of the community? We do not charge admission. We accept donations, but they have fallen off since the pandemic. In addition to our mission of honoring Texas Heroes, we are helping to maintain and preserve the Fayette County Old Jail. We promote tourism in the county by passing out maps and brochures, highlighting special features like Historic Casino Hall and Monument Hill, and encouraging retum visits  tos see our County's many attractions and events.  Proposed Revenues and Expenditures. If you partner with another applicant please include  their budget information. (May bej provided on a separate page)  Proposed Revenue Budget Description  Source City ofLa Grange Fayette County Grants Donations Other Total  Previous Year  Current Year  $694 0 $6000 $3101 $581 $10376  $1262 approved 3/13/2024 0 We do not! budget operating expenses. We simply do nots spend more thany wer receive. Ourp primaryf fixed expenses arei insurance, security system, pest control, & POBox rental. Discretionary expenses aref for new displays.  -7-    Proposed Expenditure Budget Description  Line Item TSRA Publications Detailed City Map Internet Connection (6r months)  Previous Year  Estimated  Funded by Hotel/Motel Tax $1350 $996 $492  $0 $0  $1350 $996  $492 thru 9/30/2024 $492 10/1/2024- -3/31/2025  Total  $1262  $2838  Goals, Objectives and Measures  How many years have youl held this Event or Project: 71/2 years Estimated Attendance: Over 1000 visitors per year post-Covid. How  many people attending the  Event or Project are anticipated will use hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts in the city?  See below  How many nights will they stay: rooms and at which hotels: No. Rooms Approx. 2 per weekend  Do you reserve a room block for this event at an area hotel or motel and if so, for how many  Name of Hotel/Motel  Over 1000 visitors per year post-Covid. Most of our visitors are from out-of-town. Wes started recording overnight stays 8/19/2023. Couples/familes are assumed to bei in one room. All overnights are assumed to be a single night. On this basis, we are averaging 2 overnights pery weekend. The actual number ofr room nights isl likely to! be higher.  Please list other years (over the last three years) that you have hosted your Event or Project with  amount of funding given from HOT and thei number of hotel rooms used:  Month/Year 2020 2021 2022 2023  Amount of Funding $2,500 $1,170 $694 $1262  Number of Hotel/Motel Rooms Used Not available Nota an event Not available Not ane event Nota available- Nota an event Nota available Not an event  -8-    Please check all promotion efforts your organization is coordinating and the amount financially  committed to each media outlet: Paid. Advertising Newspaper Social Media Radio TV Other  $Yes $Yes $Yes $Yes $ $Yes See Below  Press Releases to Media  Direct Mailing to out oft town recipients $Yes  What areas does your advertising and promotion reach?  We distribute "Free Admission" cards and rack cards around town. We are on Facebook, Trip Advisor, Yelp, and Google. We distribute Main Street and' "Visit Fayette" magazines. We promote Historic Casino Hall and other museums inLa Grange. What number ofi individuals will your proposed marketing reach that are located in another city If a permanent facility (e.g. museum, visitor center) Estimated Attendance: Please note percentage of those in Attendance that are Staying at Area Hotel/Motels or other Ifthis request for funding is denied, will the event be held regardless of funding support from the  or county? Estimated Websites reach thousands  170+ pre-Covid Monthly 2000+ pre-Covid Annually  Lodging Facilities: Over 10% (estimated) City ofLa Grange? X Yes Other Comments:  No  We promote and participate int the Bluff Schuetzenfest: and" Texas Heroes Day events.  Please feel free to attach any additional information about your organization or event that you Iunderstand the limitations placed on use of Hotel Tax funds, and certify that the requested funds will be used only.for purposes described in this application or as approved by the City of La Grange. Iunderstand use offunds is subject to audit and a post event form will bei required to be submitted, prior to reimbursement offunds approved. Applicant further understands that funds will be reimbursed upon the presentation of appropriate invoices or other documents If awarded grant funds for promotional materials for an event, I agree to include the following information on all collateral materials: In partnership with The City of La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. In addition, Iagree to add The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau's logo and website address to the materials. I also agree to offer The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau the opportunity to provide visitor information at  think is relevant to this application.  certifying thej funds have been encumbered.  a booth space provided by our organization at our event.  Charles Murray Name  Museum Manager, Director Title -9-  April 30, 2024 Date    City ofLa Grange Tourism Grant Committee Tourism Grant Program  Mission: The mission of the Tourism Grant Program is to provide funds to enhance Historical Restoration, the Preservation of the Arts and other activities which will increase tourism and Program Guidelines: The Tourism Grant Committee will accept applications for program funding on March 1June 15, September 1and December 1St of each year. The committee will only accept and review applications from non-profit, governmental and community based organizations that meet the funding guidelines. All requests for funds should be submitted in writing accompanied by the official application. The Applicant is requested to contact city staff prior to submission of the grant application to review eligibility requirements and to review partnerships with the La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. The applicant may be asked to be present at a meeting to answer any questions regarding the application. Applicants will be notified prior to meeting of time and location. City Staff will make a recommendation to the Tourism Grant Committee based on the application, eligibility, and funding available. The Tourism Grant Committee will review applications and make funding recommendations to the La Grange City Council. The La Grange City Council will have final approval on all funding Eligibility and Priority for Hotel Tax Funds: Priority will be given to those events and entities If an event will not generate any meaningful hotel night activity, it is not eligible for receipt of hotel occupancy tax funds. Events can prove this potential to generate overnight visitors by:  Hotel/Motel usage in La Grange.  requests.  based on their ability to generate overnight visitors to. La Grange.  a)] Historic information on the number of room nights used during previous years of b) Current information on the size of a room block that has been reserved at area hotels to accommodate anticipated overnight guests attending the event requesting hotel c) Historical information on the number of guests at hotel or other lodging facilities d) Providing examples of marketing programs and activities that are likely to generate and encourage overnight visitors to local lodging properties. Partnerships: The City Council ençourages all event organizers to consider partnership agreements with other applicants to promote events. Cooperation between entities can result in more effective use of funds. Priority will be given to applications that show cooperative efforts between entities. If awarded grant funds for promotional materials for an event, I agree to include the following information on all collateral materials: In partnership with The City of La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. In addition, Ia agree to add The City of La Grange Main  the same events;  tax funds;  that attended the funded event; and/or  -10-    Street & Visitors Bureau's logo and website address to the materials. Ialso agree to offer The City ofI La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau the opportunity to provide visitor information Use ofLocal Vendors: All event organizers are encouraged to patronize the City of La Grange Allocation of Funds: The MAXIMUM amount of funding per event application for the fiscal year is $10,000. (Applicants who can't justify a request for the maximum amount stated above Use of Revenues from Event: Aj portion of the revenues from any event and/or project receiving any type of funding assistance from the Hotel Occupancy Tax funds should be channeled back into the future costs of operating that same event or the continued operation oft the project Supplemental Information Required With Application: Along with the application,  at al booth space provided by our organization at our event. businesses for food, supplies, materials, printing, etc.  are advised to request only an amount for which they may qualify.)  submit the following: N/A N/A  please  Marketing Plan for Proposed Event  Schedule of Activities or Events Relating to the Proposed Project  -11-    Focrisye Fuadney  Pagpze Appharioe  - MAraRaa  S  Organization Information  Date:  18524  Name of Organization:: Sse Mlof BM  Address: 3 a y 165 City: State: L45 Tx  Zip: 9445  Contact Name: wat Pacber Contact Phone Number: 474- 330-C093 Web Site Address forl Event or Sponsoring Entity: Cordavalbae 71 Is your organization: Nonprofit  Private/For Profit D Tax ID #: 50104  6  Name of Event or Project:AA  lexas  Partner Entity:  Date ofl Event or Project: brAra 34324 A635    Start Time/End Time of thel Event: Sady ha 5p Sehdpow-fm Primary Location of Event or Project: hhine Chmnlrily Cavker Has this Event/Facility been held before? If yes, please list the years: Ves 254ear9  FALC He Coui arcroohs Zyaurs he  Please list additional any support to your project:  Tayaie  Co-Sponsors of the Event:  Please list any other organizations, government entities and grants that have offered financial  Please list any contributions that are made to the community of La Grange as a result of funds generated from the event (scholarships, donations, etc.): Sep aackel  Do you intend to request support from businesses in the form of sponsorships, donations, Is this at ticketed Event/Facility? Ifyes, please list price of ticket, admission, entry ferdo  materials, or other means that will assist you in executing the event? Yes  No  HOT Amount Requested  4.200  (Request may bet up to ai maximumofs10,000)  Percentage of Hotel Tax Support of Related Costs  10c() Note Percentage of Total Event Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax  of posliciy Costss  -12-    (%) Note Percentage of Total Facility Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax 35 _(%) Note Percentage of Total Marketing Costs Covered by HotelOccupancy  for the Funded Event Tax for the Funded Event Funded Event  (%) Notel Percentage of Staff Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax fort the Purpose of Funds Request (including proposed use of funds), Mranat 277 De wel AoR pubhici Funds wod he fefye Adrestine L CeNHcTy Axh Haxksy Six Bsliniades Explain how this expenditure will DIRECTLY. enhance and promote tourism AND the convention and hotel industry l2ALCAVN qultsion, aardees h Ausht- st bherts! Aukdale Mepaoal Ix4et, MuN Adex chaaka Aftil Aokva haaes 7Egy Chéck Which Categories Apply to Funding Request a and Amount Requested Under Each  AAas Aad Sosic Modlin  ae  BAE Poryl Sinea a  Category:  Convention Center or Visitor Information Center: construction, improvement, equipping, repairing operation and maintenance of convention center facilities or visitor information Registration of Convention Delegates: furishing of facilities, personnel, and materials Advertising, Solicitations, Promotional programs to attract tourists and convention Promotion of the Arts that Directly Enhance Tourism and the Hotel & Convention Industry: encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application of the arts, including instrumental and vocal music, dance, drama, folk art, creative writing, architecture, design and allied fields, painting, sculpture photography, graphic and craft arts, motion picture, radio, television, tape and sound recording, and other arts related to the presentation, pertormance, execution, and exhibition of these major art forms; Historical restoration and preservation projects or activities or advertising and conducting solicitation and promotional programs to encourage tourists and convention delegates to  centers, or both $  for the registration of convention delegates or1 registrants; $ delegates or registrants to the city $4.420.00  visit preserved historic sites or museums; $  Questions for All Funding Requests Historical Narrative  Please provide a brief description of your agency's history and background. (May bej provided on separate page) Points are awarded on the basis of how established your program is, past  -13-    successes, etc. More points will be awarded for entities that have a proven track record of  stability and staying within budget. Mission Statement: ag  7 Bed  Background: BAu Mleyintep  2S AALE  Cise 1998  Needs Statement  Explain why you are requesting funds from the City of La Grange HOT Funds. (May be provided on as separate page) How does your organization meet the needs of the community?  Dsa aho  Proposed Revemues and Expenditures. If you partner with another applicant please include  their budget information. (May bej provided on a separate page)  Proposed Revenue Budget Description  Source City of La Grange Fayette County Grants Donations Other Total  Previous Year  Current Year  E hias Azce ao,c cvbes Beptt 500. #ooR  PMACKe  Proposed Expenditure Budget Description  Line Item LEL - Ss  Previous Year  Estimated MTAC 5334.55 #61  Funded by Hotel/Motel Tax 2257 1 - 0   7 #615.6/  x Khv Bpat 4354 5.3  Mwcvy atlexys  -14-    Goals, Objectives and Measures  How many years have you) held this Event or Project: * &  Estimated Attendance: 1,000 How many nights will they stay: 1-3  How  Event or Project are anticipated will use hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts many in people the city? attending the  Do you reserve a room block for this event at an area hotel or motel and if so, for how  rooms and at which hotels: No. Rooms 15  many  Name of Hotel/Motel Best WDes-er A  Please list other years (over the last three years) that youl have hosted your Event or Project with  amount of funding given from HOT and the number ofk hotel rooms used:  Month/Year 3034 a0x3 3035 3031 2020  Amount of Funding SH,000ic0 7 4,000.00 e 4.060.00 5 4,000.00 * 4,000.00  Number of Hotel/Motely Rooms Used  Please check all promotion efforts your organization is coordinating and the amount  committed to each media outlet: Paid Advertising Newspaper Social Media Radio TV  financially  $ $3448.37 $o $44760 $ $  Press Releases to Media  Direct Mailing to out oft town: recipients $145.07  -15-    E Other  $534.53  What areas does your advertisimg and promotiom reach?  Fr  A3S  -  What number ofi individuals will your proposed marketing reach that are located in another city If a permanent facility (e.g. museum, visitor center) Estimated Attendance: Please note percentage of those in Attendance that are Staying at Area Hotel/Motels or other Lodging Facilities: Kers ts Layesd bivt GoLu Hetes AtckaaNly Ifthis request for funding is denied, will the event be held regardless ofi funding support from the  or county? Estimated  c9n  Monthly  Annually  sLE a-H totasis CCu Shpg  City of] La Grange? Other Comments:  Yes  No  Please feel free to attach any additional information about your organization or event that you Iunderstand the limitations placed on use of Hotel Tax funds, and certify that the requested funds will be used only for purposes described in this application or as approved by the Cily of La Grange. Iunderstand use offunds is subject to audit and aj post event form will be required to be submitted, prior to reimbursement offunds approved. Applicant further understands that funds will be reimbursed upon the presentation of appropriate invoices or other documents If awarded grant funds for promotional materials for an event, I agree to include the following information on all collateral materials: In partnership with The Cily of La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. In addition, Iagree to add The Cily ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau' 's logo and website address to the materials. Ialso agree to offer The Cily ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau the opportunity to provide visitor information at  think is relevant to this application.  certifying the funds have been encumbered.  al booth space provided by our organization at our event.  4  Pisken  0ate Title S  Mhu Date  Name  -16-    Colorado Valley Quilt Guild Mission Statement  The purpose of our guild is threefold:  1. To foster the appreciation of quilts and the art of quilting among both 2. To increase the knowledge oftraditional and contemporalylecmnques, and to provide an encouraging environment in which quilters can 3. To service the communities to which we belong ina a variety of ways  quilters and the public  practice and exchange ideas  -17-    Colorado Valley Quilt Guild - Established 1998 Community Service and Needs Statement  Our Guild Make small and large quilts which we donate to the Quilts of Valorfor our local veterans; placemats for Meals on Wheels in Fayette and surrounding counties for their holiday meal; lap quilts, adult shirt protectors, and Christmas ornaments to nine area nursing homes in Fayette and surroundingcounties (in past Oue members make quilts for our Quilts of Love project. These quilts are given to families in need after a tragedy in their lives. We donate Christmas stockings and stuffed animals to different  following programs:  years we have donated 100 + lap quilts everyyear).  organizations.  Since 2000 we supplied St Marks Hospital with a full-size quiltto auction at their annualfund raiser. This project has been suspended due to the closing of the hospital but will resume should we have a Our Guild has donated 1-2 quilts, every year since it's openingin 1994, for the Gardenia Janssen Animal Shelter annualf fund raiser. We have a project called "Quilted Stories" which matches children's books with a small quilt. We now have 170 sets of books and quilts thatrotate between 17+ schools and pre-schools in Fayette and surrounding counties. As teachers read the books to the classthe children pass the quilt around as a visual and tactile aid. This promotes literacy, as well as the art and craft of quilting. Our members demonstrate quilting - techniques at the Fayette County Fair. Members also support the Fair by entering their quilts.  hospitalin the future.  -18-    Int the past we have also participated! I in the Czech Fest, and hand qultingdemonstration in period dress to celebrate La Grange 175th  around the square.  Our members are highly active at the Texas Quilt Museum, helping CVQG hangs quilts in local store windows before and during the showto encourage the public to look in the store windows. The stores are asked each year if they would like to participate. The Guild provides education to the public through free lectures at our monthly meetings. The public also has the opportunity to ride our bus to Houston for the International Quilt Festival each fall. We use the money from our annual quilt show, primarily, for our monthly programs, workshops, and for the necessary materials for  to change out exhibits and acting as docents.  all our community service projects.  -19-    DEC  EN  ougo1y 00  Faison Preservation Society, Inc.  P.O. Box 681 La Grange, TX 78945 713-528-9065 aleassC8somaRe0g www.aisonhouse.org  May 29,2024 City ofLa Grange Tourism Committee 155 East Colorado La Grange, Texas 78945 Dear Committee,  We are respectfully submitting a request for funding under the provision of the Texas Hotel Tax regulations for historic preservation of the N.W Faison House. A recent audit has determined that The house is on the National Register of Historic Places at the state level of recognition for its social history, being the home of one of the first African American women to own property in the state of Texas. Additionally, we will be opening an African American exhibit in fhe house to tell We are open for tours every Saturday and to groups on request. Additionally, we do not charge Please feel free to contact us ifyoul have any questions or concerns regarding this matter.  the house is in need ofi immediate repair to thei foundation.  this history by the end of the year that will attract tourists. for admission, allowing tourists to enjoy a: free activity.  Yours sincerely, Mws W. Watts Marie W. Watts, Vice President Faison Preservation Society  Attachment: Historical restoration plan showing that the work is necessary to preserve this  asset.  -20-    City ofLa Grange Tourism Grant Committee Tourism Grant Program  Mission: The mission of the Tourism Grant Program is to provide funds to enhance Historical Restoration, the Preservation of the Arts and other activities which will increase tourism and Program Guidelines: The Tourism Grant Committee will accept applications for program funding on March 1",June 15, September 1S and December Istofeach year. The committee will only accept and review applications from non-profit, governmental and community based organizations that meet the funding guidelines. All requests for funds should be submitted in writing accompanied by the official application. The. Applicant is requested to contact city staff prior to submission of the grant application to review eligibility requirements and to review partnerships with the La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. The applicant may be asked to be present at a meeting to answer any questions regarding the application. Applicants will be notified prior to meeting of time and location. City Staff will make a recommendation to the Tourism Grant Committee based on the application, eligibility, and funding available. The Tourism Grant Committee will review: applications and make funding recommendations to the La Grange City Council. The La Grange City Council will have final approval on all funding Eligibility and Priority for Hotel Tax Funds: Priority will be given to those events and entities Ifan event will not generate any meaningful hotel night activity, it is not eligible for receipt of hotel occupancy tax funds. Events can prove this potential to generate overnight visitors by:  Hotel/Motel usage in La Grange.  requests.  based on their ability to generate overnight visitors to La Grange.  a). Historic information on the number of room nights used during previous years of b) Current information on the size of a room block that has been reserved at area hotels to accommodate anticipated overnight guests attending the event requesting hotel c) Historical information on the number of guests at hotel or other lodging facilities d) Providing examples of marketing programs and activities that are likely to generate and encourage overnightvisitors to local lodging properties. Partnerships: The City Council encourages all event organizers to consider partnership agreements with other applicants to promote events. Cooperation between entities can result in more effective use of funds. Priority will be given to applications that show cooperative efforts between entities. If awarded grant funds for promotional materials for an event, I agree to include the following information on all collateral materials: Inj partnership with The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. In addition, Ia agree to add The City ofLa Grange Main  the same events;  tax funds;  that attended the funded event; and/or  -21-    Street & Visitors Bureau's logo and website address to the materials. Ialso agree to offer The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau the opportunity to provide visitor information Use ofLocal Vendors: All event organizers are encouraged to patronize the City ofLa Grange Allocation of Funds: The MAXIMUM amount of funding per event application for the fiscal year is $10,000. (Applicants who can'tj justify a request for the maximum amount stated above Use of] Revenues from Event: A portion of the revenues from any event and/or project receiving any type of funding assistance from the Hotel Occupancy Tax funds should be channeled back into the future costs ofoperating that same event or the continued operation of the project Supplemental Information Required With Application: Along with the application, please  at al booth space provided by our organization at our event. businesses for food, supplies, materials, printing, etc.  are advised to request only an amount for which they may qualify.)  submit the following:  Marketing Plan for Proposed Event  X  Schedule of Activities or Events Relating to the Proposed Project  X Preservation Plan and Assessment Report for Historical Restoration and Preservation Activities  -22-    Tourism Grant Program Funding Request Application  Organization Information Address: P.O.Box 681 City: State: La Grange, TX  Date: 5-29-2024  Name ofOrganization: Faison Preservation Society  ./ 78945 Zip:  Contact Name: Katy Beauford Contact Phone Number: 713-412-5906 Web Site Address for Event or Sponsoring Entity: tpsiwawalasonioiseoy Is your organization: Nonprofit E Private/For Profit D Tax ID: #: 20-5603974 Name of Event or Project: Foundation Repair to restore historical house used as tourism venue  Partner Entity:.  Date of Event or Project: Projected date for repairs to begin July 2024  Start Time/End Time ofthel Event:  Primary Location of Event or Project: Historic N.W. Faison House- 822. Jefferson St., La Grange  Has this Event/Facility been held before? Ify yes, please list the years:  Please list any additional Co-Sponsors of the Event:  Please list any other organizations, government entities and grants that have offered financial  support to your project:  Please list any contributions that are made to the community ofLa Grange as a result off funds  generated from the event (scholarships, donations, etc.):  Do you intend to request support from businesses in the form of sponsorships, donations, materials, or other means that will assist you in executing the event? Yes Is this a ticketed Event/Facility? Ify yes, please list price ofticket, admission, entry fee:  Nox  HOT Amount Requested $ 10,000  ( Request may be upt to ai maximum of$10,000)  -23-    Percentage ofHotel Tax Support of Related Costs  77  (%) Note Percentage ofTotal Event Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax (%) Note Percentage ofTotal Facility Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax (%) Notel Percentage ofTotal Marketing Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy (%) Note Percentage of Staff Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax for the Purpose of] Funds Request (including proposed use of funds), Historic restoration of thef foundation found! by Post Oak Preservation tob bel Inimmediate needo ofr repairs. (Seef Preservation! Plan and/ Assessment Report- -Pg. 16-17). Refil grout inc old brick piers, install 20 additional concrete blocking, replace deteriorating beams which wili bes spaced closert toir increase stability, reshim! loose blocking, levelf foundation, labor &r materials includedi inb bid byF Precision Leveling! LLC (included) Explain how this expenditure will DIRECTLY enhance and promote tourism AND the convention and hotel industry Faisont House isa a tourist attraction fort those living neary who bringt theirs guests toheari local history, fort those comingf from cities aroundt thev worldv wantingt tol know about Texans, Theyy wantt tok know howp peopleli livedi inc ourp past, Thel Faison family hada a sociale economic ando cultural effectont this city, county ands state. I'sourr mission tos sharet theirs story ande educate. But we must assure that the structure is safe. Iti must be preserved asi itv was ini it's periodo of! history. Check Which Categories Apply tol Funding Request and Amount Requested Under Each  for the Funded Event Tax for thel Funded Event Funded Event  Category:  Convention Center or Visitor Information Center: construction, improvement, equipping, repairing operation and maintenance of convention center facilities or visitor information Registration of Convention Delegates: furnishing of facilities, personnel, and materials Advertising, Solicitations, Promotional programs to attract tourists and convention Promotion of the Arts that Directly Enhance Tourism and the Hotel & Convention Industry: encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application of the arts, including instrumental and vocal music, dance, drama, folk art, creative writing, architecture, design and allied fields, painting, sculpture photography, graphic and craft arts, motion picture, radio, television, tape and sound recording, and other arts related to the presentation, performance, execution, and exhibition of these major art forms; Historical restoration and preservation projects or activities or advertising and conducting solicitation and promotional programs to encourage tourists and convention delegates to  centers, or boths  for the registration ofconvention delegates or registrants; $  delegates or registrants to the city $  $  visit preserved. historic sites or museums; $1 10,000  -24-    Questions for All Funding Requests Historical Narrative  Please provide a brief description of your agency's history and background. (May be provided on separate page) Points are awarded on the basis of how established your program is, past successes, etc. More points will be awarded for entities that have a proven track record of Mission Statement: Faison Preservation Sociely wast formedi in: 2007 tor maintain and preserve the Historic N.W. Faison! House for future generations. We are dedicated tot thist tasks sot thaty visitors can gaina a deeper understanding oft their past andt theiri identity as Texans. Individuals, groups andt businesses recognize the cultural ande economic value oft maintainingt thish historic structure asa at tourist destination, educational Background: The homei is openf for visilation by! local area and worldwide tourists. Through our docents, youth engagement programs and quarierly events waa are able tos share the history oft thet familya and owners, their cultural and economici impact ont theli lives int the African American community and partt this family, who came to7 Texas, played ins shaping our City, County and this State.  stability and staying within budget,  example for our youth and source oi cormunily pride.  Needs Statement  Explain why you are requesting funds from the City of La Grange HOT Funds. (May be provided on a separate page) How does your organization meet the needs oft the community? Piease review the Preservation Plan and Assessment Report included with this Application. Itexplains the urgent needs to preserve this properiy. ltc outlines the many areas that willr need to be addressed as we continue our mission. Faison Preservation Sociely supports the City ofLa Grange by providing a tourismy venue for your visitors each Saturday of each month. lft this home is allowed to deteriorate there will be fewer local attractions. We must maintain andi build more options to keep them coming and coming back. Also included int the Preservation Plan are options to consider for new uses for Faison House. We look forward Proposed Revenues and Expenditures. If you partner with another applicant please include  tourism opportunities to see at our historic home.  toc offering new  their budget information. (May bej provided on a separate page)  Proposed Revenue Budget Description  Source City ofLa Grange Fayette County Grants Donations Other Total  Previous Year  Current Year  -25-    SAT Summary of Scores  Date Apr.: 25, 2023 Oct. 12,2022 Apr. 13, 2022  Grade SAT Total Math Reading Analysis Writing OldSAT Critical Reading Mathematics Writing  11 1070 550 520  11 940 530 410  10 990 590 400  Evidence- Based Reading and Writing  SAT Subject Test Scores  Date Grade Subject Test Test Score Reading Listening Usage Subject Test. Test Score SubjectTest Test Score  "Scoresf from the SAT Subject Testi in! Mathematics aren'to comparablet to! Maths section, test,a andr related: subscores on the SAT  "Not as SAT Subject Testsm haves suhscores.  Howi Do Send! My Scores to Colleges? This student score reporti isf fory your use only. Mosto colleges requirey yout tot have the College Boards send them official score reports. 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Arvizu Test Date: Apr.25,2023 Ronictratinn Numher 4092287812  020231 TheCollege Board.  -26-    Proposed Expenditure Budget Description  Line Item  Previous Year  Estimated  Funded by Hotel/Motel Tax $10,000  FoundationF Repair (listofv worki inp proposal)  0  $13,500  Goals, Objectives and Measures  How many years have you held this Event or Project:" Foundation Repair Project-July: 2024 Event or Project are anticipated will usel hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts int the city?  Estimated Attendance:  How many people attending the  How many nights will they stay:  GOAL and OBJECTIVE: To bring in additional guests to the city that will attend new events  and exhibits held at Faison House once iti is secure.  No. Rooms  Name ofHotel/Motel  Please list other years (over the last three years) that you have hosted your Event or Project with  amount oft funding given from HOT and the number ofhotel rooms used:  Month/Year  Amount of Funding  Number ofHotel/Motel Rooms Used  -27-    State of Texas Academic Achievement Record  Page 1of 2  2/22/2024  Name: Student ID: 940358 Birth Date: 09/27/2005 Hispaniç/Latino Par/Guard; Arvizu, Pablo  Arvizu, Ericka Stephanie  SSN: 635-98-9386 Gender: Female Race: White  District: Weimar ISD School: 002 Weimar High School Sch Addr: 506 West Main Street Weimar,TX78962 Sch Phone: (979)725-9504 EOC Assessments 15-2020 Algebra1  1022 PR20 Weimar, TX 78962  CBCC: 447405 Schools Awarding Credit  TEXAS Grant Ind: Eng Lang Arts: Mathematics:  Exit Level Assessment Science: Social Studies:  Waived 2020 045905 041 2021 045905 002  15-2023 U.S. History Masters 2022 045905 002 2023 045905 002  2024 045905 002  Svcl ID SE Sem 1 Sem: 2 Avg Cr  SvcID SE Sem1 Sem2 2 Avg Cr  Language Arts 2020/2021 ENG1 2021/2022 ENG2 2022/2023 ENG3 2023/2024. ENG4 Speech 2022/20231 PROFCOMM Mathematics 2019/2020, ALG1 2020/2021 GEOM 2021/2022. ALG2 2022/2023 PRE CALC 2023/2024 INSTUMTH Science 2020/2021 BIO 2021/2022 CHEM 2022/2023 ANATPHYS 2023/2024 ADVPSSCI Social Studies 2020/2021 W GEO 2021/2022 WH HIST 2022/2023 US HIST 2022/2023 US HIST 2023/2024 GOVT P.E.Equivalent 2020/2021 SUBATH1 2021/2022 SUBATH2 2022/2023 SUBATH3 2023/2024 SUBATH4 Other Languages 2020/2021 SPAN1 2021/2022 SPAN2 Fine Arts 2020/2021 MUS1BAND 2021/2022 MUS2BAND 2022/2023 MUS3BAND Career/Techl Ed 2020/2021 BUSIM1 2020/2021 PRINAFNR 2021/2022 AGMECHMT Date of Class Rank: 01/04/2024 Rank: GPA: CPR Dt Completed: Speech Dt Completed: POII Dt Completed: Financial Aid Met Date: App  2021/2022 FLORAL 0.5 2023/2024 PRINEDTR  13001800 N1300270 13024300 13002310 13014200  099 095 097 1,0 094 098 0961.0 093 093 0.5 098 0.5 095 095 09510  03220100 H 091 096 0941.0 2022/2023 ADVFLDES 03220200 H 094 093 094 1.0 2022/2023 DOLLARSE 03220300 H 093 095 094 1.0 2023/2024 AGSDFLAB  03220400 H 094 13009900  092  092 0.5  03100500 JH 086 092 P 1.0 03100700 H 087 095 091 1.0 03100600 H 090 093 092 1,0 03101100 H 089 090 090 1.0 03102500 H 091 03010200 H 092 092 092 1.0 03040000 H 091 092 092 1.0 13020600 H 091 090 091 1.0 13002100 H 100 03320100 03340400 H 092 096 094 1.0 03340100 D 083 03340100 D 03330100 D 090 PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003  0.5  0.5 096 094 095 1.0 083 0.5 095 095 0,5 0900.5 100 100 100_1.0 100 100 100 1.0 100 100 100 1.0 100  0.5  03440100 E 095 092 094 1.0 03440200 E 096 090 093 1.0  03150100 03150200 03150300 13011400 13000200 13002200 Quartile: Class Size: 42 College 4 point: 3.86207 Ayute  097 099 098 1.0 096 100 098 1.0 097 097 097 1.0 098 098 098 1.0 097 100 099 1.0 Credit" Totals(State): 31.0 099 098 099 1.0 State: 31.0  Date of Certificate of Coursework Completion: Date of Graduation:  7 5.19310  Graduation Program Type: FHS Program DsingushedPunsuing  SongptasE Offiçial: Endorsements: Multi Disciplinary Studies(Pursuing),  Notes: A passing grade is7 70or above. P--Pass F=Fail: #=: 3rdo or 4thp part oft the course;* = No credit awarded due to excessive absences; Texas Grant Indicator 1,28 &5=5 Eligible; SE= Special Explanation Code; ArAdvTechCr C-Correspondence Course; D=Dual Credit; E=Credit By Exam (80%);: G-Gited/Talented; H-Honors; -IB Course; J=Course Completedi Priort to Grades 9; K=Prei IB Course;L-Local Credit; M=Magnet Course; P=AP Course; Q-PreA APC C R=Summer School, Night School, or otheri instructional arrangement; T=Credit/ Awardedb by Examination (70%); V=Modified Content; X-Innovative Course; Z=Distance! Learning; 1-PI-28-alency yor PEV waiver; 2-Part ofa coherents sequence of CTEC courses; 3=Transfer credit from: non Texasp publics school; 4=CTE course that satisfya another graduation requirement; iEinns-based: 8-Course tos satisfy LOTE regmnts: 9=Tos 4ths science  :  la n.  neanr  Dafne  AAinimum  fne Annronriatal Ilea satisfy4  reqmnts FHSP:    Please check all promotion efforts your organization is coordinating and the amount financially  committed to each media outlet: Paid. Advertising Newspaper Social Media Radio TV Press Releases to Media Direct Mailing to out oftown recipients Other  $ $ $ $ $ $  What areas does your advertising and promotion reach?  What number ofi individuals will your proposed marketing reach that are located in another city If a permanent facility (e.g. museum, visitor center) Estimated Attendance: Please note percentage of those in Attendance that are Staying at Area Hotel/Motels or other Ifthis request for funding is denied, will the event bel held regardless of funding support from the  orc county? Estimated  Monthly /currently300  Annually ** Expect thist toi increase with ability tol have new events  Lodging Facilities:209 City ofLa Grange? Other Comments: Notu untic otherf funding source can bef found. think is relevant to this application.  Yes X No  Please feel free to attach any additional information about your organization or event that you Iunderstand the limitations placed on use of Hotel Tax funds, and certify that the requested funds will be used only for purposes described in this application or as approved by the City of La Grange. I understand use offunds is subject to audit and a post event) form will be required to be submitted prior to reimbursement offunds approved. Applicant further understands that funds will be reimbursed upon the presentation of appropriate invoices or other documents If awarded grant funds for promotional materials for an event, I agree to include the following information on all collateral materials: In partnership with The City of La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. In addition, Iagree to add The City of La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau's logo and website address to the materials. Ialso agree to offer The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau the opportunity to provide visitor information at  certifying the funds have been encumbered.  a booth space provided by our organization at our event.  Katy Beauford Name  Treasurer/Secretary Title  5-29-2024 Date  -29-    PRECISIONLEVELINGI LLC P.O. BOX811 LAGRAGRANGE TX 78945 979-820-8190  May 28, 2024  PROPOSAL FOR FAISON HOUSE IN LAGRANGETX  REGROUT OLD BRICK PIERS ALONG PERIMETER (35)THATI NEED NEW GROUT INSTALL 20. ADDITIONAL CONCRETE BLOCKING UNDER HOME REGROUT OLD BRICK PIERS UNDER HOME IF NEEDED REPLACE ROTTEN 6X6 BEAM WHERE NEEDED UP TO24FT RESHIM ANY LOOSE BLOCKING UNDER HOME LEVEL FOUNDATION UNDER HOME TO. AS NEAR LEVEL AS POSSIBLE ALL LABOR. AND MATERIAL FUNISHED FOR BID BELOW  TOTAL BID:  $13,500.00  IREQUIRE HALF PAYMENT UPON START AND REMAINING BALANCE UPON  COMPLETION THANKS Joe Filla  Precision Leveling LLC  -30-    FAISON HOUSE PRESERVATION PLAN 822 S. Jefferson St La Grange, TX  Post Oak Preservation Solutions  May 2024  -31-    TABLE OF CONTENTS  TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Project Summary Methodology Property Timeline Summary  2 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 8 8 9 12 12 14 16 17 19 21 22 24 24 24 24 24 25 25 27 29 30 31 31 31 32 33 33 33  CHAPTER1-History, & Integrity of the Building Description of Physical Appearance Character-Defining Features Historic Integrity Assessment Historic Maps Andi Images CHAPTER: 2- Condition Assessment Site Exterior Envelope Foundation Roof Windows Entrances Interior CHAPTER 3- Maintenance Plan Setting Up the Building for the Future What to Avoid? Regular Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Chart CHAPTER 4- Long-Term Plan Interpretive Planning Utilization Planning Preservation Priorities Systems & Compliance CHAPTER 4- Funding Sources Historic Tax Credits Grants  APPENDIX. A- Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation APPENDIX B- Resources Referenced in this Document  Preservation Briefs: Published Resources  Faison! House- Preservation. Plan 2of33  -32-    INTRODUCTION  Project Summary  Post Oak Preservation Solutions (Post Oak) was engaged by the Faison Preservation Society to complete a preservation plan for the Faison House in La Grange, Texas. The primary objective of this plan is to provide a strategic roadmap for future preservation initiatives and to serve as a foundation for securing grants and funding opportunities. To that end, this plan is organized to indicate short, medium, and long term priorities as wella as help  shape future decision making. Methodology  Post Oak initially began with research. Team members Rebecca Wallisch and Megan McDonald reviewed available research online as well as materials provided by the Faison Preservation Society. This research helped to solidifya Following research, team members Ellis Mumford-Russell and Irene Allender visited the site in March 2024. They began with an overall visual inspection, photographing alle exterior elevations as well as the site. Next, ani inventory of windows was taken and these were surveyed individually for the configuration and condition (see Chapter 2). Mumford-Russell and Allender then proceeded to investigate the interior of the building. The goal of this site visit was to assess the condition of the building as well as identify modifications over time. This will help guide  property timeline and identify areas of significance. The research is summarized in Chapter1.  prioritization of work moving forward.  Faison House Preservationl Plan 3of33  -33-    CHAPTER 1- History & Integrity of the Building  Propertys Timeline 4847 1865 4850 1863 1864 1866 1870 1872 1884 1909 1920 1943 1961 2022 Summary  John Eblin sells land tos real estate consonlun.  S.S. Munger purchases Block 0, Lots 1and 2, and contracts with al bulider for a house. S.S. Munger sells house and properiy toi Samuel Herrington. S.S. Munger repurchases house and additional Lots 3-8 from Harrington. S.S. Harrington seils all eight iots andi home to Mary A. Herron. Mary A. Herron sells property to N.W. Faison.  1866-1870 Nathaniel W. Faison occupiedi the house, never married.  N. Faison died and prior to his death deeded the house and $2,000 to his housekeeper Louisiana "Lou" Brown. Included ail the furnishings, a horse, buggy, pony, and other personal Peter Faison (Nathaniel's brother) purchased the! home from Brown. Brown moved into another Peter Faison hadt the front portion of the house bullt with two large rooms, grand hallway and  property. home in town.  entrance, and wide front portico. PF. Doyle was the contractor.  "Lou Faison" died in La Grange. resided in property until 1943. 1961. The couple did not have any children.  Peter Faison died in 1918, followed by wife Susan in 1920. House passed to their son James, who Foilowing. James Faison's death, his widow Julle Ogden remained in the home untill her death in La Grange Garden Club purchased house and contents from Faison Estate, renovated building. La Grange Garden Club: translerred the house tot the Faison Preservation Society  The Faison House is a unique nineteenth century residence that consists of three wings constructed over a period of roughly 35 years. The three wings of the property display unique construction techniques, forms, and design elements reflective of the time periods during which they were constructed. The property became thei home of Nathaniel Faison, although he later deeded the property to his housekeeper Louislana "Lou" Brown prior to his death, making her one of the earliest known Biack women to own property in the state of Texas. Ini the 1960s, the property was purchased by the La Grange Garden Club, who restored the home and maintained it as a house museum. As a result of the Club's stewardship of the property, it retains excellent historic integrity to its era of  construction.  Description of Physical Appearance  Faison House Preservation, Plan 4of33  -34-    Setting  The Faison House is situated within a mixed-use neighborhood at the south end of the small City of La Grange in central Fayette County, Texas. The Colorado River meanders along the south and west sides of the city, and is approximately 0.2 mile south of the residence. Surrounding blocks consist primarily of historic-age residences with scattered commercial, religious, municipal, and recreational properties and some modern infill. US Highway 77 (locally designated Jefferson Street) is a main thoroughfare through the community: and borders the property tot the  east. Businesses, residences, andf former residences converted to commercial use line US77.  Site  The Faison House property is located on the northeast corner of the city block bounded by US 77/Jefferson Street to the northeast, W. Ebin Street to the southeast, S. Washington Street tot the southwest, and W. Live Oak Street to the northwest. The block is skewed approximately 45 degrees from the true cardinal direction. The primary elevation of the building faces northeast towards US 77 (Jefferson Street), a main thoroughfare through town. The house is setback on the lot approximately 65 feet from both US 77 and W. Live Oak Street. Al brick pathway leads from US 77 to the front entrance, and a grassy lawn with mature trees surrounds most oft the property. A concrete driveway is accessible via W. Live Oak Street which leads to a concrete parkway pad and a concrete pathway that leads to the rear (southwest) entrance, and curves around the north end oft the building to meet the brick pathway to the primary entrance. At the southwest corner of the lot is a small, front gable root cellar with brick siding. The outbuilding, which is partially subterranean, was deemed non-contributing in the National Register nomination asi it  was constructed outside the period ofs significance.  Exterior  The historic record of the property indicates that the building was constructed in three phases: the ca. 1850 southern wing (Section A), the ca. 1855 northern wing (Section B), and the 1884 central wing (Section C) which now serves as the primary facade. The different building phases and sections each feature distinct elements. Ail three sections of the building are wood-framed on brick pier and beam foundation with painted horizontal woods siding. The wings have no interior connections, but are rather accessed via the rear wraparound porch that surrounds the courtyard. It is unclear if there was a porch in that location during the period of significance, however historic photographs from as early as 1930 depict a similar rear wraparound porch. The current porch may be a replacement in-kind of the earlier porch, completed following the purchase of the property by the Garden Clubi in  1961.  Faisonk House Preservation Plan 50f33  -35-    A, cir1850 Museum  B,1855  Office  Aasiraom.  Kiichen  Patio  Museum  DiningRoom  Back Porch  Bedroom  Hatiway FroniPorch C,1884  Palor  Primary Northeast Elevation  The primary (northeast) elevation faces Jefferson Street (US77), with the prominent 1884 central section projecting outward from the earlier north and south wings. The 1884 section is side gabled with a symmetrical facade consisting of a central staircase leading to the front porch main entrance with a single wooden door framed with sidelights and stained glass transom. The entrance is flanked on either sice by two two-over-two, wood frame, double hung windows with wood shutters. The slightly raised, full-width front porch features a modestly sloped hipped roof that sits several feet below the main roofline and is supported by wood posts with decorative wood scrollwork or Jigsaw omament. Modest dentilling is evident along the frieze, and two corbelled brick chimneys extend from the center of the building. To the northeast of Section C, the northeast elevation of the ca. 1855 Section B is visible, consisting of a gable roof and bwo evenly spaced nine-over-six double hung windows with wood shutters. To the southwest of Section Ci is the northeast elevation oft the ca. 1850 Section. A, whichi features an exterior brick chimney flanked on either side by Six-over-six, wood frame, double-nung windows with wood  shutters. Northwest Elevation  The northwest elevation consists of the northwest elevations of Section C (at the center), Section B (at the north/left), and Section A (at the south/right). The sections meet: an approximately 90 degree angle at the corners of each building and there are no interior connections between them. The northwest elevation of Section Ci features the gable end of the building with narrow eaves that terminate in an open pediment.. An oval medallion is in the center of the gable end, and the ground level consists of paired wo-over-two, double hung, wood frame windows flanked by wood shutters with wood lintels and sills. The northwest elevation of Section B is side gabled with a simple, symmetrical facade consisting of a central entrance accessed by a small flight of stairs and a small shed roof awning. Wood-trame, nine-over-six double hung windows with shutiers flank the entrance on either side, and  an offset interior brick chimney is located above the western-most window.  Faison! House Preservation Plan 60f33  -36-    Rear Southwest) Elevation  The rear (southwest) elevation of the building shows all three sections, connected on the exterior via a wraparound covered porch. The three sections of the building form a U-shape at this elevation with a central courtyard with brick pavers and al large mature tree. At the north end ist the southwest elevation of Section B, consisting of ai front gable with shed roof to the south, and a single nine-over-six, wood frame, double hung window with shutters centered beneath the gable. Thes southwest elevation of Section Ci features a central entrance accessed via a small staircase to the porch, with the central entrance in line with the primary entrance to promote a cross breeze. A secondary entrance is situated south of the central primary entrance, and there are no other openings on this elevation of Section C. The northwest elevation of Section A consists of a saltbox roof with the longer slope ont the north side. Three Six-over-six, double hung, wood-frame windows with wood shutters line this elevation of Section A, with the northermost window smaller than the southern two. Ar nine-lite fixed or casement window: sits beneath From the courtyard, the southeast elevation of Section B is visible. At the west end of this elevation is a small bathroom addition with a single six-over-six window and wood shutters. Two entrances lead inside Section B from the wraparound porch, and a non-historic ADA ramp: sits adjacent to the porch. The porch is covered by a shed roof supported by simple wood posts. The northeast elevation of Section Ai is also visible from the courtyard, featuring the low sloped saltbox roof. Section A meets Section C at an approximately 90 degree angle at the corner of each building, and there are noi interior connections between the two sections. The westernmost 43 of Section Afeatures ar rear room with a single six-over-six, wood frame window and shutters, while ther northernmost 33 of Section A are inset beneath the porch roofline. Two entrances with panel doors access Section A viai the porch.  the gable.  Southeast Elevation  The southeast elevation shows the southeast elevations of Section A and Section C. The southeast elevation of Section C is symmetrical, with three bays delineated by four wood pilasters evoking Doric half columns. Single Six-over-six, wood frame, double hung windows with shutters sit in the outermost bays, while the central bay is devoid of openings. The southeast elevation of Section C mimics that on the northeast elevation, with gable end and narrow eaves that terminate in a broken pediment, medallion int the gable end, and paired six-over-six, double  hung wood windows with shutters.  Interior  The three sections of the building were constructed to form a U-shape with a central courtyard at the rear (southeast) of the building. None of the sections are internally connected, and access to each sectioni is viat the rear  wraparound porch. SectionA  Section A consists of two bedrooms on the main floor (which now: serve as museum space), a half story storage room and attic above the bedrooms, and a small office that projects into the U-shaped courtyard. A wooden staircase is situated at the southeast corner oft the original structure, between the bedroom and the office. Flooring in Section A is tongue-in-groove wood, walls are plaster with wood trimmed wainscotting, and ceilings are painted wood. The bedroom at the east end features a fireplace with decorative wood trim along the northeast wall. Although a fireplace was noted in the southwestern bedroom in the National Register nomination, it was not evident during a 2024 site visit. The small half story attic features bare planed wood planks in one section, and an Section B is a two-room structure which houses the dining room (east) and kitchen (west), with a small bathroom addition that projects off the southeast elevation towards the courtyard. Section B1 features tongue-in-groove wood flooring, planed wood slat walls, and planed plank ceilings. A doorway connects the two rooms, althoughit itk lacksa door, and exterior doors are wood plank doors held together with large battens. A small non-historic restroom addition at the southwest corner ofi the building has gypsum or plaster walis and beadboard wainscotting.  unfinished section with exposed roof trusses and insulation.  SectionB  Faison House- Preservation Plan 7of33  -37-    SectionC  Section C of the Faison House features a hall and parlor plan, with a central hallway and onel large room on either side consisting of a bedroom to the south and a living room (parlor) to the north. Section C features tongue-in-groove wood floors throughout, solid wood panel doors, and! beadboard ceilings. The central hallway has exterior doorways on the southeast and northwest ends which were historically utilized to create a cross breeze through the home. Both exterior doorways have decorative stained glass transoms, while the primary (northeast) entrance also features decorative stained glass sidelights. Doors to the adjoining rooms have two-lite transoms with clear glass panes. Both the bedroom and living room feature fireplaces with decorative carved mantelpieces,  and plaster or terra cotta medallions highlight light fixtures affixed tot the ceiling.  Character-Defining Features  Exterior  On the exterior, the character defining features of the property include the U-shaped arrangement of the! building sections which form a rear central courtyard. The position of the three sections at 90 degree angles to each other, with no interior connections and access to each space via the rear (potentially non-original) wraparound porch, indicates a clear delineation between construction periods. The simple, horizontal board siding adorns all three sections of the building, and each features simple, modestly ornamented brick chimneys. The building is setback on the lot from Live Oak Street and US77, with large grassy lawns separating the property from the roadways. The wood frame, multi-lite, hung windows with wood lintels and sills display the building's original construction and fenestration pattern. On Section C, the full-width front porch with decorative, jigsaw ornament, dentilling along the frieze, and wood trim in the gable ends reflect the preferences of Victorian era architecture, particularly the Eastlake style. On Section A, thei ionic half column pilasters reflect a modest Greek Revival influence.  Interior  On the interior, many of the original finishes and materials are extant, including tongue-in-groove and planed wood flooring, beadboard or planed wood ceilings, plaster and wood wainscotting on the walls, wood trim, and solid wood doors. Decorative features include stained ort tinted glass sidelights and transoms, plaster ceiling medallions,  carved wood mantelpieces, and period haraware. Historic Integrity Assessment  Overall, the Faison House retains excellent integrity to its period of significance. It remains ini its historic location in south La Grange, just north of the Colorado River. Although the broader setting of the surrounding areal has been somewhat compromised by the construction of modern infill, this is consistent with change over time and does not drastically impact its ability to convey its historic setting. The property retains excellent integrity of design through its simple forms, decorative Eastlake jigsaw details and dentilling on the front porch of Section C, and simple brick corbelling on chimneys. On Section A, the decorative trim work and half column pilasters are intact, and Section B retains its simple, minimally adorned appearance and symmetrical facade. Integrity of materials and workmanship are evident through the retention of many of the original (or replaced in-kind) materials and decorative finishes, including wood siding, trim, windows, shutters, andi front porch. Brick chimneys and foundation piers are extant, and oni the interior, original finishes like tinted and textures glass, plaster ceiling medallions, tongue-n-groove and wood plank floors, beadboard, and manteipieces are extant and in good condition. Since the building was restored and maintained as a house museum since its sale in the 1960s, many period furnishings adorn the residence and convey the property's integrity of feeling and association as a mid-nineteenth century residence. While some additions and alterations have occurred over the years, including a small bathroom addition, these are minor and  do not overly detract fromi the property's overall historic integrity.  Faison House- Preservation Plan 8of33  -38-    Historic Maps And Images  Sanbor Fire Insurance Map, 1924. Volume 1 Page 9 (UT Perry Castaneda)  LIVE OAK  EBLIN  Faison House- Preservation Plan 9of33  -39-    Late nineteenth century photograph of Faison House, courtesy of National Register nomination.  Percy. Peter. Susan: ai James Baven 0 the tront porchs 0t the faisos House, Dates unknos. thought tat be attert the death of daughter Marn in I88N.  Faison House- Preservation. Plan 10of33  -40-    Historic Photographs of Faison House  Interion, parlor view nops: and exterion carcouryanhttom, Bstoric phsographs pablished Sunday, October25. 1931 HowvowChromcke.  Faison House Preservationi Plan 11of33  -41-    CHAPTER 2- Condition Assessment  The priority of repairs is summarized in the table below in order to guide future planning efforts. Short term  priorities should be accomplished as soon as is feasible.  Conditlons & Repairs in Order of Priority  Short Term  Medtumn Term She Window restoration Interiors  Lgag Temm Roof Entrances  Exterion envelope Foundation repair  Site  The building is located centrally on the lot with an ample front yard and side yards. An historic mounting stone is situated ati the end of the brick pathway that leads to thei front entrance. One boot scraper (seen in historic photos) is still situated at the base of the front steps. Ornate metal fence posts remain around the property while the fence itself is gone. A concrete drive off W. Live Oak leads to a concrete parking pad and pathways to the front and rear entrances. The U-shaped building wraps a brick patio in the rear. The backyard contains the root cellar, a raised star-shaped garden surrounded by brick, and a rock lined garden in the south comer of the property. The root cellar is partially subterranean with a wood frame roof over a brick structure and a packed earth floor. The site is mostly a grassy lawn with ai few mature trees around the properiy. Decorative hedges and small plantings line the  house. Condition  The overall site is in good condition. The mounting stone shows typical evidence of age and weather buti ising good shape. The historic fence posts are patinated but are still upright and appear to be on: solid footing. Thei front brick  pathway is not leve! and shows evidence of water pooling. The concrete drive and pathways, the brick rear patio, and star-shaped garden show normal wear and are in good condition. The root cellar is in fair to good condition. The roof appears to be fairly recent. The brick is in good condition on the exterior but the back side shows evidence of graffiti and repair. The interior of the brick envelope shows evidence of efflorescence and water seepage at the ground level and below. The door and north facing window show evidence of water damage and rot. The gutters are filled with leaves.  The lawn is maintained. The trees have some dead branches and are ini need ofpruning. The plantings around the  house are trimmed. and maintained. The rock-lined gardlen is overgrown.  Recommendations  Repairs to the site are a medium term priority. Overall the site is maintained on a regular basis but: some elements  should be addressed before further degradation continues.  Faison House- Preservation Plan 12of33  -42-    The mounting stone should be cieaned using the gentlest means possible to avoid the damaging historic masonry per the instructions in National Park Service Brief1. First identify the type of material to be removed and select an appropnate treatment approach, starting with the gentlest method first (very low pressure water upi to 100p psi anda a soft-bristie brush). Proceed with a test patch in an inconspicuous area. Prolonged soaking of the stone with water may be necessary to remove some heavy soiling. If a more aggressive treatment is needed, test a non-ionic detergent. Some staining may require a chemical praduct appropriate for cleaning historic stone. Never use an acidic cleaner on limestone as it can result in etching or dissolution of the historic material. Cleaning must not damage, stain, or abrade the stone. High pressure water exceeding 300 psi and/or sandblasting should not be  used.  The historic boot scraper and fence posts should remain. Theyare ino overall good condition. They should periodicaily be checked for The front brick pathway should be reset with positive drainage into the lawn. The rear brick patio should be cieaned with the gentlest The root cellar roof and gutters should be cleared of leaves. Clear the gutter extensions of any blockages and ensure the flow of water is positively running away from the structure. The soil around the building should be cleared down below the door and window sills with a positive drainage away from the structure. Using materials such as mulch, pebbles, and gravel around the foundation walls will limit moisture retention at the building. The door and window should be cleaned, repaired, and repainted with the gentlest approach necessary. The graffiti should be removed with the gentlest means possible to avoid damaging historic masonry. Proceed with a test patch in an inconspicuous area, testing the gentlest method first (very low pressure water and a brush) and progressing to more aggressive methods (chemical and higher pressure water). Cleaning must not damage, stain, or abrade the masonry. High pressure water and/or sandblasting should not be used. Water pressure should not exceed 300 psi. Brick should be repaired in accordance with National Park Service Preservation Briefs 12. 6_Masonry rehabilitation should consist of spot repointing and repair/replacement of isolated deterioration.  damage or wear.  approach necessary.  0  OLIETN  The trees should be pruned away from the building and roof to prevent damage andf for overal! health. Hedges and plantings should also be trimmed to avoid contact with the building. The rock-lined garden should be cleared of overgrowth and debris and any! loose or knocked over: stones or bricks returned to their original position.  Faison House- Preservation Plan 13of33  -43-    Exterior Envelope  The exterior cladding is horizontal wood lapped siding, with each section having a different sized siding. The front elevation (section C) has a full width raised covered wood porch with wood scrollwork and wood steps. There is a smail covered stoop with steps at the northwest entrance to the klichen. The inside of the rear elevation is a covered wood porch with railings, steps, and a ramp. There are four chimneys - two on the main section C, and one each on the wings.  Condition  The exterior cladding is in good condition. There are a few  areas that exhibit deterioration and need at fresh coat of paint, and at few naill heads can bes seen. The front porch is ini fair to good condition. The scrollwork and rail supports exhibit signs of rot and possibly pest damage. The porch  rafters show stress fractures and compression.  The front porch steps show signs of deterioration. The side stoop steps appear to: sit directly on the soil and show some signs ofr rot ati the base. The back wrapped covered porch, steps, and ramp are in good condition.  Faison House Preservation. Plan 14of33  -44-    The chimney on section A is on the exterior of the building and sits directly on the soil. It appears to have been painted with incompatible paint, which trapped moisture against the brick and mortar and has accelerated its degradation. Two chimneys are centrally located on the section C roof. They appear to be in good condition. The  fourth chimney is located over thel kitchen in section B andi is in good condition. Repairs to the exterior envelope are short term priority. Some wood cladding and decorative eiements exhibit damage that The exterior wood cladding shouid be checked for any areas of damage. The scrollwork and porch steps should be repaired or replaced in-kind. If the wood is to be rehabilitated, its shouid be selectively repaired in-kind with materials to match the existing in material, grain, and profile. Any extruding nails shouid be countersunk, spot primed, and filled with a high quality, compatible wood filler material. Any wood in good condition that is stored or can be salvaged should be reused as a  Recommendations needs immediate attention.  patching material. A well-maintained paint coating with regular repainting (every 5-8 years) can help to preserve the wood long term. A paint appropriate for exterior wood may be selected. The wood surface should be clean and prepped prior to painting. See NPS Preservation Biief10 for additional guidance on prepping and painting historic  buildings.  The south chimney should be inspected for structural integrity and repaired or rebuilt using existing brick salvaged for reuse. If the brick is damaged beyond repair, new brick must match the historic/existing brick ins size, color, and texture. New mortar should match the original in color, texture, composition and joint profile. Ideally, old mortar should be analyzed and matched. A heavily concentrated Portland cement mortar is typically too hard for historic bricks and can cause the bricks to break apart because it does not allow movement for expansion and contraction. Originaily, the brick would not be painted (see 1960s photo below). However, if the chimney is to be repainted, the incompatible paint should be removed with the gentiest means necessary and replaced with a more compatible paint or lime wash designed for historic brick. Removal of the paint should be accomplished using the gentlest means possible to avoid the damaging historic masonry. The GSA Guidelines for Cleaning Exteror Brck can guide the selection of an appropriate cleaner and the procedure. Cleaning must not damage, stain, or abrade the masonry. High pressure  Faisonk House- Preservation. Plan 15of33  -45-    water exceeding 300 psi and/or sandblasting should not be used. Avoid contact between any chemical cleaners and other building materials, such as metals or glass, as they can be damaged or stained. Thes soil around the base of the chimney should be cleared down below the foundation with a positive drainage away from the structure. Using materials such as muich, pebbles, and gravel around the base will limit moisture retention at the brick. Likewise, the other chimneys should be inspected for structural integrity and repaired similarly to the south  chimney and should be inspected and cleaned on a regular basis.  Foundation  The foundation consists of original brick piers. Contemporary concrete piers have been added at regular intervais  throughout. The exterior skirt is brick piers with painted wood lattice infil.  Condition  The brick piers are in overall poor condition. Some brick piers along the perimeter have partially or completely lost their mortar and are not sitting upright. In addition, the exterior brick piers also appear to have been painted with incompatible paint, which trapped moisture against the brick and mortar and have accelerated their degradation (the interior piers do not appear to be in as bad condition). The wood lattice sits directly on the soily with al build up of leaves and debris and some of the lower areas are in poor condition. In addition, some of the lattice has come  loose and does nots sit straight.    Recommendations  Foundation repair is a short term priority. The house appears to be fairly level which may be contributed to the acdition oft the concrete piers butt thei foundation should bei inspected bya a professional for any deficiencies. The damaged piers should be rebuilt with the existing brick salvaged for reuse. Ift the brick is damaged beyond repair, new brick must match the historic/existing brick in size, color, and texture. New mortar should match the original in color, texture, composition and joint profile. ideally, old mortar should be analyzed and matched. A heavily concentrated Portland cement mortar is typically too hard for historic bricks and can cause the! bricks to break apart because it does not allow movement for expansion and contraction. Originally, the brick would not be painted. However, if the piers are to be repainted, the incompatible paint should be removed with the gentlest means necessary and replaced with a more compatible paint. Removal of the paint shouid be accomplished using the gentlest means possible to avoid the damaging historic masonry. The GSA Guidelines for Cleaning Exterior Buick can guide the selection of an appropnate cleaner and the procedure. Cleaning must not damage, stain, or abrade the masonry. High pressure water exceeding 300 psi and/or sandblasting should not be used. Avoid contact between any chemical cleaners and other builiding materiais, such as metals or glass, as they can be  damaged or stained.  The latticework should be repaired, repainted, and reset where it has come loose.  The soil around the piers and latticework should be ciearedi down below the foundation with a positive drainage away from the structure. Using materiais such as mulch, pebbles, and gravel around the foundation walls willl limit  moisture retention at the brick and latticework.  Roof  The building, front and back porch, and stoop are clad in asphalt shingles and appear to bei in good condition. The  steps at the back porch are covered in a corrugated metal roof in good condition.  Faison House Preservation Plan 17of33  -47-    Gutters and downspouts run along the front and back porches and daylight near the exterior elevations.  Condition  Overail the roofs, gutters, and downspouts are in good condition.  Recommendations  The roof and gutters are a long term priority. The roofs shouid be assessed on a regular basis for weather damage or loose shingles. Trees should bei trimmed clear oft thei roofs. The gutters and downspouts should be cleared of leaves and debris on a regular basis. Clear the downspouts of any blockages and ensure the flow of water is positively running away from the structure. The soil around the downspouts should be cleared and an extension shouic daylight to a splash block installed with a positive drainage away from the structure. Using materials such as mulch, pebbles, and gravei around the splash block willl limit moisture retention at the building.  Faison House- Preservation Plan 18of33  -48-    Windows  BPIRS RAIR STORY  8AT) 22 3T 6Koom +7H+ 18 26 DININE Room -14- B6.ES LNWG C1 Roon 18 02 X - C3 8  6 BEDRoom OFE +10-+ 29  UPPER 1 HALF STORY  KICKN:  32  12  8E0bon 20  32 RogeH  FAKON Housé FLoek PLRN NoT  SCALE  BEDROOM ENERI  18  HALL 45F C51 FORCH 5  B  Condition  A window survey dentified the various window types and conditions on the building. In general, windows are in good to fair condition. All windows require basic maintenance and repair, including paint, but all appear to be repairable. Windows in good condition require no major repairs, just paint and basic maintenance. Windows ini fair condition may require some in-kind replacement of deteriorated or missing elements but are definitely repairable. No windows are in poor condition, requiring wholesale or large scale reconstruction. Findings are summarized in  the table below': WINDOW TYPE A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9  CONFIG CONDITION NOTES  SH SH SH SH SH SH SH SH  6/6T 6/6T 6/6T 6/6T 6/6T 6/6T 6/65 6/6S  FAIR GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD FAIR FAIR FAIR  brick mould rot; missing shutter; interior sill rot missing shutter; broken glass: replacement glass  needs paint needs paint  missing shutter; some interior trim damage some rot ini frame & shutters sillr rotted/soft; painted shut needs paint  deteriorated/soft! brick mould; missing some interiort trim  FIXED 9LITE GOOD  'SH = single hung; DH: = double hung, 6/6T means the taller of the six-over-six type hung windows Vs. 6/6S which are shorter windows oft the  same configuration.  Faison House Preservation. Plan 19of33  -49-    B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 CI c2 c3 C4 C5 C6 c7 C8 TYPE SH DH FIXED CONFIGURATION # 6/6T 6/65 2/2 9/6 9LITE CONDITION GOOD FAIR POOR  SH SH SH SH SH SH DHI DH DH DH DH DH. DH DH  6/65 9/6 9/6 9/6 9/6 9/6 2/2 2/2 2/2 2/2 2/2 2/2 2/2. 2/2  14 8 1 6 2 8 5  15 8 0  GOOD FAIR FAIR GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GO0D GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD FAIR FAIR % 51% 35% 4% % 39% 9% 35% 9% 4% % 65% 35% 0%  broken glass; some: shutter deterioration moss; some rot at meeting reik muntin deterioration needs paint: muntins bowed; bottom sash bowed  needs paint arched sili needs paint needs paint  arched sil; metai ilashing @ top: broken giass  painted shut; frame loose inside painted shut; fame loose inside painted shut; some racking painted shut; some racking sill vat broken ropes: replacement glass sill rot: broken ropes; replacement glass  Recommendations not an emergency.  Window repair is a medium term priority. Windows appear to be stable and reasonably weather-tight. Their repair is  Existing winclows should remain and be repaired as needed in accordance with  A  skilled carpenter or window restoration specialist should further evaluate the windows and identify the next course of action. Historic materials, including wood window materials and glass, should remain as much as possible with  Faison House- Preservation Plan 20of33  -50-    deteriorated or missing elements replaced in kind. Any new glass should be clear, colorless, and non-reflective. Reflective or deeply tinted glass or window films should be avoided. All windows shouldi be painted, taking caret to remove any loose or faling paint prior to proceeding with work. Ensure that sashes are not painted in place and can remain operable. Windows, like wood siding, should be repainted every 5-8 years to ensure long-term  preservation. Entrances  The primary entrance is a 4 panel wood door with multi-colored leaded glass sidelights and transom. The top paneis of the door are arched and there is a working doorbe!! at the center. Secondary entrances include seven wood doors scattered on the back porch and an additional entrance to the kitchen on the northwest side. The restroom door on the back porch is contemporary. All the doors, with the exception of the restroom door, appeart to  be compatible with the building. Condition  The primary door and trim is painted and in good condition. The leaded glass panels have visible repairs. The  secondary entrances appear to be in working order.  Recommendations  Repairs to the entrances are a long term priority and should be assessed on a regular basis. Historic materials should be retained and be repaired, as possible. Any elements that require replacement should be replaced in kind. If the non-historic bathroom door is to be replaced, a new door should be similar to those seen elsewhere on the building. As with wood siding and windows, doors and surrounds should be repainted every 5-8 years to  ensure their iong-term preservation.  Faison House- Preservation. Plan 21of33  -51-    Interior  Section. A - Museum displays  The museum displays are housed in the southern portion of the house. k includes 2 rooms with exhibits, an office, an: upstairs storage room, and attic. The eastern room has a fireplace and the wester room has steep siairs to the storage room and attic. The storage Is a small room over the westem room with an access door to the attic over the eastern room. Both lower rooms have exterior doors and a passage between. The office is a small space at the end of the back porch with an exterior door. All the rooms have hardwood floors and plastered walis and ceilings. The stairs are wood with simple wood rails. The fireplace is a wood burning fireplace with a sione hearth and wood mantie. The storage room is a finished space with a wood  floor and exposed wood sheathing at the walls.  Condition Overal! the space is in good condition. The fireplace damper does not close completely and attic. Recommendations  allows drafts in. Daylight can be seen through the walls of the  The wood flooring should remain and! be assessed onar regular basis for deterioration. The fireplace should be inspected bya a professional and cleared of any blockages. The damper should be repaired or replaced: soi thati it: seals completely. Insulation in the attic should be checked for open areas and refilled as necessary. The gaps in the attic walls should be checked for  wood warping and repaired as needed.  Section B- Bedroom and Parlor  The front of the house includes al bedroom, halfway and parlor. The haliway has exterior entrances oni thei front and rear. The bedroom and parlor opent to the hallway and the bedroom has an exterior door to the rear. All three rooms have hardwood floors, wallpaper, and beadboard- celings. The bedroom and parior havei fireplaces  with stone hearth and wood mantels.  Faison House- Preservation Plan 22of33  -52-    Condition  Overail the space is in fair to good condition. The wood floors are in good condition. The ceiling exhibits some separation of the boards and peeling paint. The walipaper exhibits some stress tears at the wall comers, lifting at the seams and possible holes from pest damage. There is evidence of water damage at the top oft the fireplace.  The fireplace dampers do not close completely and allow drafts in. The wood flooring should remain and be assessed on a regular basis for any signs of deterioration. Separations of the ceiling boards should be caulked and repainted. Retain the historic wallpaper and linen where possible. # it cannot be saved, an option is to frame some salvaged historic wallpaper similar to the example to the right ini the museum exhibit space, and then replacing the wailpaper on the walls in-kind or with a similar pattern. The building, and particularly this room, shouid be inspected for pests on a regular basis. The wallpaper should be inspected for pests and treated. The fireplaces should be inspected by a professional and cleared of any blockages and checked for any water leakage. The damper should be repaired  Recommendations  orr repiaced sO thati it seals completely. Section C- Kitchen and Dining Room  The northernmost section of the house includes the kitchen, dining room, and restroom. The main body of this section is divided between the kitchen and dining room and the restroom is a contemporary: space added to the end of the back porch. All rooms have exterior entrances and there is a passageway between the kitchen and  dining room.  The kitchen is utilitarian in nature and has wood floors, wide shiplapped walls and ceilings. There is a non-working metal stove with a stovepipe that does not vent nor is located under the existing chimney. The dining room has wood floors, wailpaper, and shiplapped ceilings. The non-original restroom has ai toilet and sink.  Condition  Overall the space is in good condition. The wood floors in the kitchen are worn and some  areas are devoid of stain. Recommendations  The woodi floorings should be restained to match the existing.  Repairs to the interiors of the building are a medium priority. While the majority of the interiors are in good condition, water damage and wallpaper deterioration should be remedied as soon as possible.  Faisonk House- Preservation Plan 23of33  -53-    CHAPTER 3- Maintenance Plan  Setting Up: be Bullding for the Future  Regarciless the bullding use, the following features may be stabllized andh restored with In-ldnd materlais:  Struckure Wood flooring Exterior siding Doors Windows What to. Avoid?  While the bullding Is being stabilized and a final use is determined, Jt is important to avoid removing character-deîining features that may be beneficial fori future project scopes. Some activities to: avoici mayi include:  Removing historkc materials (such as Windows, doors, or flooring)  Replacing or altering the roofine Aitering openings (doors and wincows) Regular Maintenance Schecule rehabilltation or restoration. Maintenance Chart Weekly  Ris crucial for the long-term preservetion of the Falson House thata a reguler maintenance schedule be created and followed. This should be followed while the building is being siabilized, after stabilization is complete, and after  Every 18 months  Every 61 menths trees  Annuatiy  drive byt to check for any walk around building new conditions ori issues perimeter to check for check ori leaks or damage check for pests ont the  trim adjacent vegetation & inspect MEP systems  vegetation growth, animal nests, trash, and pests interior  check for low spots & ponding water on: site  check roof for loose or missing sheets treat for insects and termites maintain exterior paint remove bird droppings or nests from exterior inspect chimneys and clean if needed  after major storms or weather events check for graffiti or vandalism & remediate quickly maintain landscaping  check for new moisture check window sills, intrusion on the interior sashes, and glazing  confirm security of hardwere and address as neededi ciean out gutters  Faison House- Preservation Plan 24of33  -54-    CHAPTER4-L Long-Term Plan  Interpretive Planning  Post Oak recommends thatt the Faison Preservation Society develop a comprehensive interpretive plan tos guide the Faison House Museum's future programming. Al brief description of interpretive planning as wella as resources  to assisti int the process are outlined below. What is an Interpretive Plan?  A guiding, foundational document thati identifies ar museum's vision, overarching goals, and priorities. An analysis of a museum's audience and desired visitor experience objectives. An organization of historic content intor meaningful interpretive themes (.e. thei important stories ar museum An outline of strategies for conveying interpretive themes, creating desired visitor experience, and Ap plan of action outlining how strategies willl be implemented over a defined period oft time. (A "roadmap" Ani interpretive plan is intended to be a "living" document that is reviewed and assessed periodically  ise equipped tot tell). achieving the museum's mission. for future action).  over time, such as every five to ten years. Considerations for Interpretive Pianning  Itisi important to engage a range of stakeholders int the interpretive planning process. In addition toi internal stakeholders such as museum volunteers and board members, external stakeholders often lend valuable  insights to the interpretive planning process. Your might consider including:  Local educators Members of your target audience Those whose history is represented int the museum Supporters and/or potential supporters Local community decision makers  Museums are not limited to static exhibits to achievet their mission. Creative programming, events, and educational strategies should be considered during the interpretive planning process. The Faison House is uniquely positioned to create meaningful, educational programming relatedt to several interpretive themes. Post Oak has identified: several themes below; however, this listi is not exhaustive and Post Oak recommends that the Faison Preservation Society work closely with local stakeholders tof flesh Louisiana Brown's ownership oft the Faison House (as well as other local properties) offers a lens through which the museum might explore Black, female property ownership in Texas and the Members of the Faison family were former enslavers who retained complex relationships with African Americans following the Civil' War and emancipation. In addition to! leaving his house and a large sum of gold to Louisiana Brown, Nathanie! Faison donated and sold land tor numerous, African American churches and: schoois during the reconstruction era. Payton Faisoni is believed tob be the son of Wright Faison, and therefore Nathaniel and Peter's half brother.. An examination oft the Faison family's complicated relationships with the African. American community would shedI light on When thel La Grange Garden Club purchased the Faison House in 1961, they joined al burgeoning state and nationwide historic preservation movement. An exploration oft the Garden Club's efforts  out meaningful themes during thei interpretive planning process.  broader United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.  late 19th century race relations in La Grange and Texas, more broadly.  Faisonk House Preservation Plan 25of33  -55-    to preserve the Faison House provides an opportunity to examine the evolution of historic preservation in Texas and the United States during the latter half oft the 20th century. Nathaniel Faison's invoivement with the Dawson Expedition (aiso known as the Dawson Massacre) provides an opportunity to examine the ongoing conflicts between the Republic ofTexas and  Mexico following the Texas Revolution.  Interpretive Planning Reseurces  The Texas Historical Commission (THC) Museum Services Program  Offers training, resources, and consuitation for Texas history museums, at no cost. Individualized: consultation is availabie to museums regarding any aspect of museum operations, THCI has compiled an extensive list of grant opportunities for museums:  including nterpretive planning.  MIPSwICNnnirnabnbvevtrnmTmMsaum-Cranisosr his often helpful tor reference interpretive plans created by other institutions; THC can likely provide  example plans irom other Texas museums.  American Alllance of Museums (AAM)  MSA  interpretive planning resources are available through AAM's extensive Resource Library, though they are  only avallable through membership ini the organization. American Association for State and Local History (AASLH)  The AASLH Resource Center includes technical leaflets on ai number of specific interpretation topics: Interpretive Planning for Museums: Integrating Visitor Perspectives in Decision Making (Marcella Wells, interpreting African American, History and Culture at Museums and Historic Sites (Edited by Max A. Van  A  Published Resources:  Barbara H. Butier, Judith Koke)  Interpreting Hlistoric House Museums (Edited by. Jessica Foy Donnely) New Solutions for House Museums (Donna Ann Harris)  Balgooy)  Faisonk House- Preservation, Plan 26of33  -56-    Utilization Planning  The Faison House has been used exclusively as al house museum for decades, which is an occasional use with few requirements for capacity or compliance. The existing use is certainly compatible with the property and requires no changes, but, if new uses are contemplated, these decisions should be madei thoughtfully. The best guarantee for the long-term preservation of this important building is to determine a practical, sustainable, and compatible new  use for the building. New Uses Should Honor & respect the legacy and significance of the building and its inhabitants Fit within the existing building footprint Allow the retention of! historic siding, windows, and Utilize the existing interior configuration Fulfill ar need for the community  New Uses Should NOT  Disrespect the: significant history of the building Require major additions (small additions or outbuildings mayl be acceptable) Require the removal or covering over of historic materials and features Require the removal of most interior partitions Have thel building closed to the public for the majority  wood flooring  ofthe time  Allow for some occasional public access to the building Be sustainable long-term and activate the building  throughout the year Compatible Uses  Standard #1 oft the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation reads: the defining characteristics of the building andi its site and environment."  "A property shall be used for its historic purpose or be placed in a new use that requires minimal change to In keeping with the Standards, any. proposed use should be compatible with the character of the historic building. The Faison House is af fairly small building composed of small: rooms that are, for the most part, noti interconnected. Consequently, the new use should take advantage of the small interior spaces, such as offices for a nonprofit. Conversely, a large indoor event space would not be a good fit for this building because it would require the demolition of interior partitions to create larger meeting rooms. New uses should also not damage historic materials or features. For example, short term vacation rental would certainly activate the building, but may lead to  deterioration ifr not taken care of by renters.  Faison House- Preservation. Plan 27of33  -57-    The table below includes examples of compatible and incompatible uses. Note that this is not an exhaustive list and also does not take into account the needs and desires of the stakeholders nor the financial sustainability of the  proposed uses: Compatible Uses Offices (nonprolit or for proft) Art galiery/museum Bed & Breakfast etcl Outdoor events Shared art studio or classrooms Audio recording or music rehearsal space Small scale retall (bookshope.g.) Use Considerations Use Offices; Bed & Breakfast; Retail; Boutique Food & Beverage; Retail Art Studio or Classrooms Audio recording ori music rehearsa! space, Art gallery! museum  incompatible Uses Conference/meeting center indoor event center Flness centerigym  Boutique food & beverage (wine tasting. coffee shop,  Considerations  MEP + telecommunications need to be installed sensitively  MEP +t elecommunications need to be installed sensitively Possible enhanced ventilation requirements in acidition to standard MEP MEP-  telecommunications need to be installed sensitively Sound deadening should be accomplished using reversible panels to avoid MEP +t telecommunications needt to be installed sensitively Enhanced moisture control systems may be required in addition to standard MEP Use picture rails or another means to display art in order to avoid damaging historic Use an outbullding to accommodate restrooms & catering kitchen OR use trailers for  damaging historic plaster  plaster this purpose  Outdoor events  MEP+ + elecommunications need to be installed sensitively Interior spaces could be usedt for bridal suite  Outreach Pian  In order to determine a use that meets the above criteria, Post Oak suggests that an outreach plan be put into  place should the Faison Preservation Society decide to pursue as new use: for the property.  This outreach. plan would include stakeholders such as:  Faison! House Preservation. Plan 28of33  -58-    Neighborhood members Members of City staff General public  Members and affiliates ofr relevant nonprofit organizations  Outreach should include a combination of public meetings as well as targeting meetings with smaller stakeholder groups. The meetings shouid be facilitated professionally and impartially with the goal of including a diverse array  ofbackgrounds, opinions, and values. Pro. Forma Analysis  Following the public outreach efforts, the project team should determine a short list of potential uses andt then run each potential use through a pro forma. A good resource for creating a pro forma is the Donovan Ryokema's  FcsbipAsscsmen, Manual for Reusing Historic Buildings.  Preservation Priorities  The first priority should be to stabilize the building to prevent further deterioration (Chapter 2). Second, finding an appropriate long-term use fori the building will help ensure its preservation. It is most important to preserve the character-defining features of the building. Character-defining features are the building elements that telli the story of the building and its history. They are: thei features, finishes, and elements that demonstrate the historic use of the building and its significance. NPS Preservaton Brief1Z Architectural Characier is a good guiding document for  identifying al building's character-defining: features. The table below is based on Brief 17.  Feature Type Shape Openings Projections features Materlals Setting Craft detalls  At Faison House  Overall massing & roof shape of the bullding  Roof & roof features Existing roof is within the period of significance though roof materials have been replaced  Primary and secondary entrances, which retain original doors. Original windows  throughout Porches and stoops  Trim & secondary Simple window and door trim  Wood siding, wood windows, wood doors, wood floors, plaster walis, plaster ceilings  Large lot, set well back from the street, garden Jigsaw wood ornament at porch, fireplaces  Individual spaces Entry hall, small interior rooms  Related spaces & Each wing is accessed viai the outside, not interconnected  sequence of spaces Interior features  Wood flcoring and plaster wails and celilings  Faison House- Preservation Plan 29of33  -59-    Systems & Compliance  Regardless of which future use is chosen, some changes are likely required. These should be accomplished sensitively and strategically to ensure the long-term preservation of the Faison House and its character defining  features. MEP  MEP stands for Mechanica! (or HVAC-Heating, Ventlation, and Air Conditioning, Electrical (and elecommunications), and Plumbing. New MEP will likely be required regardless of the proposed new use for the building; however, the use will determine the extent, load, and complexity of any proposed systems. In general, new MEP should be installed In such a way as to not interfere with character-defining: features. New systems should New HVAC should be installed so that ducts are not exposed in any oft the interior spaces. lfat traditional system is used, units should be stored in closets or the attic. Units on the exterior shouid be located toward the rear oft the building and screened if possible. A mini-split system may be a possibility if the capacity is sufficient because this does not require extensive ducts. Interior cassettes should be installed sensitively soi that they do not obscure any historic features or windows. Exterlor units should be held toward the rear where they willl have minimal impact to the building as well as the courlyardi space. Any necessary exterior vents should exit out the roof ifa at all possible. If through-wall penetrations are necessary, these should be isolated to the rear or side elevations. Ideally, new electrical conduit would run inside walis, cellings, and floors; however, surface-mounted conduit may be feasibie provided it is limited in scope and installed sensitively. Condult shouid not obscure historic features or  not damage historic materlais.  run ini front of wincows. Its should be painted to match adjacent surfaces.  New plumbing may be installed as needed but pipes must be concealed within walls and floors.  ADA Compliance  The building has an ADA-compliant entrance ramp at the rear as wel! as two handicapped parking spaces. Iti is crucial to maintain accessibiity for the future, long-term use of the property. Considerations may needi to be made  to accommodate an ADA-compliant restroom in thei future depending oni the use.  Life Safety  The building lacks fire sprinklers. if necessary due to use, these should be installed sensitively. Ideally, sprinkler lines wouid run above celings; however, if they must be exposed, they should be held as ciose to the ceiling as possible and painted to match adjacent surfaces. Fire sprinklers shouid not run in front of windows. The fire riser room should be located toward the rear of the buliding. Any new use will likely require an enhanced fire alarm  system. Energy Code  Any alterations to meet energy code should not destroy or dramatically alter or obscure character defining features. Post Oak suggests performing an energy audit to determine the primary causes of energy inefficiency before taking steps. Next, changes that require minimal alterations to the building, such as additional insulation around ducts or installing interior storm windows, should be undertaken. More drastic alterations, such as wholesale window replacement or furring outi interior walls should be avoided. NPS Preservation Brief3  provides further guidance.  Faison House- Preservotion Plari 30of33  -60-    CHAPTER 4-1 Funding Sources  Historic' Tax Credits Texas historic tax credits Value: Transferabiity: Freely transferable Use: Threshold: Minimum of $5000/ project Timing: Phasing: Federal historic tax credits Value: Use: Timing: Phasing: Grants  25% of Qualified Rehabilitation Expenses applied to Franchise Tax  Non-profit ori for profit 24 months to complete  Can reapply for distinct phases that meet thet threshold  20% of Qualified Rehabilitation Expenses applled to Federal Income Tax (taken over 5 years)  Transferability: Nott transferable, but may partner with investors  For profit  Threshoid: QRES must equal or exceed the value of the building (not the land)  24 months for single phase, 5 years for multi-year Can phase ap project over 5 years  National Trust for Hlistoric Preservation- African Amprican Cultural Herhage ActionEund  National Park Service Underrepresented Communitles: Grants Texas Historical Commission Museum Grants Resource Center  Faison House Preservation Plan 31of33  -61-    APPENDIXI A- Secretary ofthe Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation  1. Ap property shall be used for its historic purpose or be placed in ar new use that requires minimal change to 2. The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of historic materials or 3. Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from 4. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic significance ini their own right Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a 6, Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match the old in design, color, texture, and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features shall be 7. Chemical or physical treatments, such as sandblasting, that cause damage to historic materials shall not be used. The surface cleaning of structures, if appropriate, shall be undertaken using the gentlest means 8. Significant archeological resources affected by a project shall be protected and preserved. If such 9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its 10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would  the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. alteration of features and spaces that characterize ap property shalll be avoided.  other buildings, shall not be undertaken. shall be retained and preserved. property shall be preserved.  substantiated by documentary, physical, or pictorial evidence.  possible.  resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures shall be undertaken.  environment.  be unimpaired.  Faisonk House- Preservotion. Plan 32of33  -62-    APPENDIX B- Resources Referenced in this Document  Preservation Briefs  National Park Service Preservation Brief1- Assessing Cleaning & Water-Repellant Treatments for Historic Masonry National Park Service Preservation Briefz - Repointing Mortar. Joints in Historic Masonry Buildings National Park Service Preservation: Brief3- Improving Energy Efficiency in Historic Buildings National Park Service Preservation BriefG-L Dangers of Abrasive Cleaning to Historic Buildings National Park Service Preservation Brief9 - Repair of Historic Wood' Windows National Park Service Preservation Brefi0 - Exterior Paint Problems on Historic Woodwork Nationall Park Service Preservationl Brief17- Architectural Character  Published Resources Butler, Jucith Koke)  Interpretive Pianning for Museums: Integrating Visltor Perspectives in Decision Making (Marcella Welis, Barbaral H. Interpreting. African American Historyand Cuhture at Museums andi hlistoric Sites (Edited by Max A. Van Balgooy)  Interpreting Historic House. Museums (Edited by. Jessica Foy Donnely) New Solutions for House Museums (Donna Ann Harris)  Donovan Rypkema's Feasibility, Assessment Manoah for Reusing Historlc Buildings  Faison House- Preservation. Plan 33of33  -63-    MAY 80 2023  Information  Gr  Organization  Date: 3339554  Name of Organization: AGS Racinters  Address: A55 SFrnkin City: State: La Grainse TX  Zip: 78445  Contact Name: ewly Baker Contact Phone Number: 2PESYCGWP Web Site. Address for Event or Sponsoring Entity: Fcalook or ASRDAers  Is your organization: Nonprofit  Private/For Profit D Tax ID#  Name of Event or Project:Texas IMlatbat Chetmes Dence  Float or Panaabes  Partner Entity:  Date of Event or Project: Dec.72esy Manhslasv SZ, 2429 Start Time/End Time of the Event: 5:30-1D1bepm 5:30-1Dspm 18a272100  Primary Location of Event orl Project: Randole Reemeatton  Has this Event/Facility been held before? If yes, please list the years: Christmas Daner Please list any additional Co-Sponsors oft the Event: Maghe A Sptn sor frflowh bwt Please list any other organizations, government entities and grants that have offered financial  24 A  TexTan. DaazL rVarg Mrac sina.2012 Paralc Tyar  we dont Knos that yef support to your project: aany  a  Please list any contributions that are made to the community of La Grange as ai result of funds generated from the event (scholarships, donations, etc.): Hotels rstauranis;  RVparks  Do you intend to request support from businesses in the form of sponsorships, donations, materials, or other means that will assist you in executing the event? Yes V No Ist this a ticketed Event/Facility? If yes, please list price of ticket, admission, entry fee: 1500  HOT Amount Requested - 200.00 Percentage of Hotel Tax Support of Related Costs  (Request may be upt to ai maximum of$10,000)  Uakag(%) Note Percentage ofTotal Event Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax  -64-    Makagan%6) Note Percentage of Total Facility Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax Waknown%) Note Percentage of Total Marketing Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Wakma%) Note Percentage of Staff Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax fort the Purpose of Funds Request (including proposed use offunds), eypenses foc Callers Luers, costs of Plyers hallrental, derorfiens  for the Funded Event Tax for the Funded Event Funded Event  and foad,cellers hotel  Explain how this expenditure will DIRECTLY enhance and promote tourism AND the convention and hotel industry Typically these evlenfs WIL bring OL 300peopk h ouc tonMany itShaps Check Which Categories Apply to. Funding Request and Amount Requested Under Each  restaurats tuse hathorRipac  Category:  Convention Center or Visitor Information Center: construction, improvement, equipping, repairing operation and maintenance of convention center facilities or visitor information Registration of Convention Delegates: furnishing of facilities, personnel, and materials Advertising, Solicitations, Promotional programs to attract tourists and convention Promotion of the Arts that Directly Enhance Tourism and the Hotel & Convention Industry: encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application of the arts, including instrumental and vocal music, dance, drama, folk art, creative writing, architecture, design and allied fields, painting, sculpture photography, graphic and craft arts, motion picture, radio, television, tape and sound recording, and other arts related to the presentation, performance, execution, and exhibition of these major art forms; Historical restoration and preservation projects or activities or advertising and conducting solicitation and promotional programs to encourage tourists and convention delegates to  centers, or both $  for the registration of convention delegates or registrants; $ 400.00  delegates or registrants to the city $ 300.00  visit preserved historic sites or museums; $  Questions for. AIl Funding Requests Historical Narrative  Please provide al brief description of your agency's history and background. (May be provided on separate page) Points are awarded on the basis of how established your program is, past  -65-    successes, etc. More points will be awarded for entities that have a proven track record of  stability and staying within budget. Mission Statement:  lsslt, L APh T    bos  Background: Mik hi haa dis har SPE. MC 26 S Ws  274 alaaas az   blz / ainl Aan  64 A han hztolact h haik Oihhw  at tts ein PLer clceb  ELS Wa R ArS s0 hrh t. aCDw Explain why you are requesting funds from the City of La Grange HOT Funds. (May be provided on a separate page). How does your organization meet the needs of the community? is Aitk Ac aa4 aic Evats 46 aihy has  ne hn bakthefs Somaiet fhsinrsas Fon Lyg thr hsuins Aa KH Aafa TAA arlaih hh AK tamakn FreHiens M AA ALGKA SLLbus Racnal Tes Arahsas pr fan vishr aahhlAs Proposed Revenues and Expenditures. If you partner with another applicant please include  Needs Statemment  s  their budget information. (May be provided on a separate page)  Proposed Revemue Budget Description  Source City of La Grange Fayette County Grants Donations Other Total  Previous Year  Current Year    Proposed Expenditure Budget Description  Line Item  Previous Year  Estimated 245. d 357.00  Funded by Hotel/Motel Tax  H/ Rafzl 260.80  Allr  250.60  -66-    domaheb vak olt Pke bere Eveif. ThAnk. So Ladanye  yowr Masplanafien. M2 de nof ha & dhnktnar Dane Flyen yel aS w bAVE à phning dayyHee erkis onthet dence now, Ja bring d youess Sor VS whass rul  67-    r Refivhhafs FNas Daarations s hor Ayhbfans  250.00 .c0 1d-00 Mo.Do o  3c0a0 7 7525 Kanad 150.DD 200-00 460. 0o  Geals, Objectives and Measures  TEB  Chastyus Fleet  How many years have you held this Event orl Project: 33vcais Wrlyr Event or Project are anticipated will use hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts in the city?  Estimated Attendance: 2577 How many nights will they stay:_ 12 rooms and at which hotels: E Fiyer  How many people attending the  Do you reserve a room block for this event at an area hotel or motel and if so, for how many  No. Rooms  Name ofHotel/Motel  Hs Hoz!  Medf Waizcn  Please list other years (over the last three years) that you have hosted your Event or Project with  amount of funding given from HOTand the number of hotel rooms used:  Month/Year 272 2014 2022 5003 20023  Amount of Funding 1500 1602 1500 3000.00  Number of Hotel/Motel Rooms Used Haknawh  2018  Please check all promotion efforts your organization is coordinating and the amount financially  committed to each media outlet: Paid Advertising Newspaper Social Media Radio TV  $ $ 520.00 $ 15 burs $ $  Press Releases to Media Direct Mailing to out oftown recipients  -68-    Other  $  What areas doesyour advertising and promotion reach?  Houstbh 1 Avstin and angulene inte zountry from hehothr What number of individuals will your proposed marketing reach that are located in another city If a permanènt facility, (e.g. museum, visitor center) Estimated Attendance: Please note percentage of those in Attendance that are Staying at Area Hotel/Motels or other Ifthis request for fundingis denied, will the event bel held regardless off funding support from the  peaple i7t from ord county? Estimated 860  Monthly/ NA  Annually  Lodging Facilities: 57%- 75%  City ofl La Grange? Other Comments:  Yes  No  Please feel free to attach any additional information about your organization or event that you Iunderstand the limitations placed on use of Hotel Tax funds, and certify that the requested funds will be used only. for purposes described in this application or as approved by the City of La Grange. Iunderstand use offunds is subject to audit and a post event form will be required to be submitted prior to reimbursement of funds approved. Applicant further understands that funds will be reimbursed upon the presentation of appropriate invoices or other documents If awarded grant funds for promotional materials for an event, I agree to include the following information on all collateral materials: In partnership with The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. In addition, Iagree to add The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau's logo and website address to the materials. Ialso agree to offer The City of La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau the opportunity to provide visitor information at  think is relevant to this application.  certifying the funds have been encumbered.  ab booth space provided by our organization at our event.  P2 Babi Name U  DlactetaASADA 5730-24  V Title  Date  AMsHASRAR Roend Bena Ascociabion  69-    La Grange Roadrunner's Independens Day Dance  March 8, 2025  Cuers  Caller Ken Burke  Jerry and Lucy Pate  Randolph Recreation Center  6531 E PearlSt La Grange, TX78945  Schedule ofEvents  Donation s10:00 per dancer $ 5.00 per teen dancer Nan-Dannan fhaisint Aas  6:30- 7:30 pm Early Rounds 7:30- 10:00 pm Datice (2-2) -70- Come Hungy - Plenty ofFood    -  RcM sn 1  Jtes Stares TX Fayetteco Lagrange  G dophhecsstios Caaier  Best Westem In 600East Siste Highway 71 Bypass. La Grange 979-968-6800  Colorado Landing RV- 6-E. Bhfi View. La Grange  979-968-9-65  For More Information Contact: Jenny Baker, Club President  281-684-0648  -71-    Tomrism Grant Funding Request Application  REICIIVED  Program  Organization Information  Date: 5.31.24  Name of Organization: Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum Address: 275 W. Fairgrounds Rd. City: State: La Grange, TX  6,2  Zip: 78945  Contact Name: Gary W. Bucek Contact Phone Number: 713.252.216  Web Site Address for Event or Sponsoring Entity: plctm.com  Is your organization: Nonprofit E Private/For Profit D Tax ID: #: 37-1544544 Name of Event or Project: Virtual Docent Program, Sidewalk, Si  TCHCC  Parmer Entity: Date of Event or Project:  2024  Start Time/End Time of the Event: Now  Primary Location of Event or Project: Czech Village  Has this Event/Facility been held before? Ifs yes, please list the years: 2022,2023  Please list any additional Co-Sponsors oft the Event: Members, POLKofA, Hodschec Focnily  Please list any other organizations, govemment entities and grants that have offered financial  support to your project: Texas Women's League in La Grange, TX  Please list any contributions that are made to the community ofLa Grange as ai result of funds generated from the event (scholarships, donations, etc.): Amen Food Pantry, Fayofle Counly Depuly Santal  Program, 2nd Chance, City Beautification  Do you intend toi request support from businesses in the form of sponsorships, donations, materials, or other means that will assist you in executing the event? Yes)oX No_ Is this a ticketed Event/Facility? Ifyes, please list price oft ticket, admission, entry fee: $20  HOT Amount Requested $6,000.00  Request may be up to as maximum of$10,000)  -72-    Percentage of Hotel Tax Support of] Related Costs  30 30 30  (%) Note Percentage ofTotal Event Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax (%) Note Percentage ofTotal Facility Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax (%) Note Percentage ofTotal Marketing Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy (%) Note Percentage of Staff Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax for the  for the Funded Event Tax for the Funded Event Funded Event  Purpose of Funds Request (including proposed use of funds). 1) Virtual Docent Program will provide access tot the museum 7 days a week. Providing virtual equipent, lighting, air and heat as ay visitor enters the building Exhibits willl be virtualy with videos exlaining the exhibits. APolkal Lovers Club of1 Texas Museum sign willl be applied tot the east side oft thel building. Sidewalks for safe entry. An event will be held with marketing across the natior Explain how this expenditure will DIRECTLY enhance and promote tourism AND the convention and hotel industry Thesei improvements will provide access to ane energetic, welcoming museum providing another reason to visit LaGrange ands spend moret than one day. Safety for visitors toe entert the building and marketing across the nation! bringing much needed press for our city. Check Which Categories Apply tol Funding Request and Amount Requested Under Each  Category:  Convention Center or Visitor Information Center: construction, improvement, equipping, repairing operation and maintenance of convention center facilities or visitor information Registration of Convention Delegates: furnishing of facilities, personnel, and materials Advertising, Solicitations, Promotional programs to attract tourists and convention Promotion of the Arts that Directly Enhance Tourism and the Hotel & Convention Industry: encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application oft the arts, including instrumental and vocal music, dance, drama, folk art, creative writing, architecture, design and allied fields, painting, sculpture photography, graphic and craft arts, motion picture, radio, television, tape and sound recording, and other arts related to the presentation, performance, execution, and exhibition of these major art forms; Historical restoration and preservation projects or activities or advertising and conducting solicitation and promotional programs to encourage tourists and convention delegates to  centers, or both $$2,500  for the registration of convention delegates or registrants; $500.00  delegates or registrants to the city $1,000.00  $1,000.00  visit preserved historic sites or museums; $1,000.00  -73-    Questions for All Funding Requests Historical Narrative  Please provide a brief description ofs your agency's history and background. (May be provided on separate page) Points are awarded on the basis of how established your program is, past successes, etc. More points will be awarded for entities that have a proven track record of Mission Statement: To provide a facility for the Preservation, Promotion and Educat  stability and staying within budget.  and Dance  Background: The Museum was established in 2005 to preserve the heritage and C of Polka Music and Dance. For almost 20 years the museum, a cultural jewel, lo Czech Village of La Grange has provided an outstanding promotional for tourism  Needs Statement  Explain why you are requesting funds from the City of La Grange HOT Funds. (May be provided on a separate page) How does your organization meet the needs oft the community? The partnership with the City's Hot Tax Fund helps the museum accomodate a facility, provide cultural experiences past and present including refreshments a  time while protecting the safety of all who enter.  Proposed Revenues and Expenditures. If you partner with another applicant please include  their budget information. (May be provided on a separate page)  Proposed Revenue Budget Description  Source City ofLa Grange Fayette County Grants Donations Other Total  Previous Year  Current Year  $10,000 -0- 2,268.00 TWL $450 11,700.00- Endowment $450.00. J. Ardery; $6,000 Door Donation $27,868.00 -74-  Approval $4,000 -0- Application In Review Estimate $350 Estimate $10,00 Do Not Know $23,350 Estimate    Proposed Expenditure Budget Description  Line Item Virtual Docent Program Exterior Signage on East Wall Marketing & Advertising Sidewalk to Entrance Drainage Donor Appreciation & Open House  Previous Year  Estimated  Funded by Hotel/Motel Tax $4,000.00 $1,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $1,000.00  -0- -0- $3,000.00 -0- -0- $5,500.00  $8,000.00 $6,000.00 $4,000.00 $4,000.00 $2,000.00 $6,000.00  Goals, Objectives and Measures  Two Years  How: many years have you held this Event or Project:  150  Estimated Attendance:  How many people attending the  Event or Project are anticipated will use hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts in the city?  2  How many nights will they stay: rooms and at which hotels: No. Rooms NIA Not Sure  Do you reserve a room block for this event at an area hotel or motel and if SO, for how many  Name ofHotel/Motel  included Links to LaGrange Visitor and Fayetta County ina alll Marketing and Advertising  The Czech Pradubicka Muzika Band stayed at the Best Western ini La Grange  Please list other years (over the last three years) that you have hosted your Event or Project with  amount of funding given from HOT and the number ofhotel rooms used:  Month/Year May 19, 2024 October 14, 2023 October 21 &22, 2023 December: 2 & 9, 2023  Amount of Funding --0- $1,000.00 -0- -0-  Number ofHotel/Motel Rooms Used 4 2 2 5  -75-    Please check all promotion efforts your organization is coordinating and the amount financially  committed to each media outlet: Paid. Advertising Newspaper Social Media Radio TV Other  $1,000.00 $1,500.00 $1,800.00 $ $ $-0- $1,500.00 $  Press Releases to Media Direct Mailing to out oftown recipients  What areas does your advertising and promotion reach?  Local, Regional, Religious, State and International  What number ofindividuals will your proposed marketing reach that are located in another city If a permanent facility (e.g. museum, visitor center) Estimated Attendance: Please note percentage of those in Attendance that are Staying at Area Hotel/Motels or other Ifthis request for funding is denied, will the event be held regardless of funding support from the The Museum's Mission requires wep provide at facility top preserve, promote and educate..City's help assists with this endeavor Please feel free to attach any additional information about your organization or event that you Iunderstand the limitations placed on use of Hotel Tax funds, and certify that the requested funds will be used only for purposes described in this application or as approved by the City of La Grange. Iunderstand use offunds is subject to audit and a post event form will be required to be submitted, prior to reimbursement offunds approved. Applicantfurther understands that funds will be reimbursed upon the presentation of appropriate invoices or other documents If awarded grant funds for promotional materials for an event, I agree to include the following information on all collateral materials: In partnership with The City of La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. In addition, Iagree to add The City ofl La Grange Main, Street & Visitors Bureau' 's logo and website address to the materials. Ialso agree to offer The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau the opportunity to, provide visitor information at  or county? Estimated 2,000+  15  Monthly /180  Annually  Lodging Facilities: 10%  City ofLa Grange? X Yes Other Comments:  No  think is relevant to this application.  certifying thefunds have been encumbered.  a booth space provided by our organization at our event.  President Title -76-  May 31, 2024 Date  Name    VEREGE Box7 72 LaG Grange, Texas 78945 PLCTM.COM  PoIaLoN  OETREN  May 31, 2024 155 E. Colorado St. La Grange, TX78945  City ofl La Grange Tourism Grant Program  Atten: Janet Bayer, City Secretary  The Polka Lovers Club ofTexas MUSEUM (PLCTM) is pleased and excited toj present this additional 2024 Grant proposal for your review. The Museum has been approved for $4,000 ofa $10,000 maximum from the City's 2024 Tourism Grant Program. For that we are truly thankful; it will be a great help financially. We are nowi requesting an additional $6,000 for completion ofthe Virtual Docent Program and We are appreciative and grateful for our partnership with The City of La Grange and honored to provide an extension of tourism and resident interest in Czech culture, Polka Music and Dance which is very, prominent: int the City ofLa Grange as well: as Fayette County and the surroundingregion. We continue to anticipate this partnership will increase enthusiasm for tourism opportunities for HOT taxi revenue. The mission of the Polka Lovers Club of Texas MUSEUM (PLCTM) is to Provide a Facility for Preserving Promoting and Educating Polka Music and Dance. The PLCTM is located at 275 West Fairgrounds Road in the City ofl La Grange, Texas and is centrally located within the Czech Heritage Village. The PLCTM leadership has been working diligently on exterior as well as interior restorations to thei museum makingitattractive and inviting. Additionally, infrastructure hasl been installed to extensively enhance technology that is providing easy entrance into the museum, allowing tourists and residents to tour the facility by following the Virtual Docent Program. On April 11th, President Gary Bucek, enabled la bus of 20 to enter the museum. Cameras show they walked around the exhibits, tried on the polka dance At total oft three events are. scheduled fort the remainder of2024. We: are requesting: gadditional grant Ourv vision is to continue working closely withi the City, County and Regional CVB's, Community and Economic Development Divisions toj promote the PLCT MUSEUM, the Texas Czech Heritage Cultural Center Therefore, as we continue to make progress, we are again applying for an additional $6,000 from your 2024 $10,000 Grant Program to continue the progress and momentum initiated lasty year. Included in this packet is an update of the 2024 Marketing Plan and Budget in an estimated amount of $32,000.00.  Marketing expenses for three events scheduled later this year.  clothes and toured the facility.  financial assistance for media coverage oft these tourism opportunities for the city. and the Czech Village garner increased tourista activity for the City ofLa Grange.  Your consideration for grant approval is appreciated. Organization: Polka Lovers Club ofTexas MUSEUM  275 West Fairgrounds Road La Grange, TX 78945 501(c)(3) 37-1544544 Gary W. Bucek 777 Preston St., Apt31M Houston, TX 77002-1779 71833218misepiamon  Tax ID: Contact:  -77-    GLUB OF P.O. Box 72 La Grange, Texas 78945 PLCTM.COM  u  PAIcLemIE  maeN  2024 MARKETING PLAN- UPDATE VIRTUAL DOCENT PROGRAM  Al Virtual Docent Program is being initiated toj provide information on thel history, dates, times and instrument explanations to visitors without having to pay a docent to be onsite to operate the museum This isl being accomplished by accessing the door codes, providing internet access to operate lights, fans, and A/C units. Individual computer pads will be placed throughout the Museum and Hoelscher Haus with rolling videos ofall the information needed tol know about the contents, dates, when, who, and howi it  weekly including weekends.  gotthere.  This will further allow the museum tol be open during the week and on weekends.  With the assistance ofr new Board Member, Jan Koehn, and two ofher employees who put the "How Process" into perspective. Jan, owner of JK Inc. (an Environmental Consulting Business in Houston), and two of her employees, Andrew Cervantes and Alfredo Nicolas Cervantes invited us to their offices fora Two weeks later the team, made up of] Joyce and Willie Bohuslav, Carol and Gary Bucek, met Jan's team at thei museum fora demonstration ofwhat and how this would take place. Ith has taken hours of trial, error, and editing by the team. This type of contribution of expertise will enable us to deliver our "Virtual Docent Program" to "Preserve, Promote and Educate Polka Musicand! Dancing"I Sound Familiar?  "Planning session".  Expenses will include the purchase oft technical equipment and electrical  re-wiring expertise and equipment. Total Proposed Budget  $8,000.00 3,304.16  Total Paid Expenditures included in March 1 Grant Report Total Expenses incurred after March 1 Grant Proposal  $6,672.03 Pages1-10  WALKWAYS. AND DRAINAGE  Creating a safe environment fori tourists and residents is ofupmost importance to Museum Officials. They are working closely with TCHCC in a team effort to construct sidewalks entry ways and drainage to create a safe environment for visitors and residents to access not only the museum, but also the Czech  Village as a whole. Total Proposed Budget  $8,000.00 2,971.50  Total Paid Expenditures imcluded in March 1 Grant Report  -78-    MARKETING AND. ADVERTISING  With Museum restoration behind us, we can make a concerted effort to provide accessibility to the facility for visitors to enjoy the exhibits and attend events while enjoying polka music and memorabilia. A concerted effort is being placed on a focus on social media, newspaper, radio and marketing and  advertising. Proposed Budget  $4,000.00 1,332.10  Total Paid Expenditures included in March 10 Grant Report  EXTERIOR SIGNAGE  Exterior: signage on the East Wall oft the Complex stating "Polka Lovers Club ofTexas Museum"will  give visibility to traffic from the road when travelling north and south on Hwy 77.  PROPOSED BUDGET  $6,000.00  BID  $7,990.00 Pages 11-12  EVENTS  An increase in interest has opened opportunities for hosting on-site events in conjunction with TCHCC events creating a larger venue for both organizations as well as the City's opportunity to jointly promote these events and enhance not only attendance but also awareness of culture and heritage. An annual event Donor Appreciation" will bel held for the second yeari in the fall of2024.  May 19,2024 Held Second Annual Happy Music for Happy People Paid Advertising and Event Refreshments for approximately 100 May 27, 2024 - Hosted Czech Republic Pardubicka Muzika Brass Hosted Band, Sponsors, Staff and Directors ofTCHCC for Dinner prior to concert in Schmid Amphitheater  Pages 13-26 Pages27-29  October Open House in Conjunction with TCHCC November 10 - Donor. Appreciation Event  December 7- Christmas Open House in Conjunction with TCHCC  PROPOSED BUDGET  $6,000.00 185.00  Total Paid Expenditures included in March 1 Grant Report  EDUCATION  Museum Officials are currently researching an opportunity to provide Polka Dance Lessons at the  Museum on a consistent basis. TOTAL 2024 Marketing Plan  N/A  $32,000.00  -79-    EXTERIOR SIGNAGE SAMPLE  -80-    Reeder's A/C C & Heating, LLC  Invoice # 101292 101291 101294 101293  Description 4Floor Flush Outlets Replace 301 Trac Lights swithLED's HVACThermostats  Labor Materials TOTAL $840.00 $565.26 $1,405.26 $120.00 $456.00 $576.00 $200.00 $450.00 $650.00 $3,665.00 $3,007.03 $6,672.03  101290 We5witchey0ccupane, Sensors Museum $1,665.00 $1,385.00 $3,050.00.  Hoelscher Haus Convert to Sensor switches $840.00 $150.77 $990.77  BAutoTravel Track) Your Expenses.. Business BEntertainment. BEducation Medica/Dental Charities' OFood Clothing Home BTaxes ODependento Care Dinsurance DOther DUtilities Tococ's Ac FXT 1 5X 4 75 Duplicatel is producedu usings Imagesn maya appearli soy-basedmaterials. light. 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WGNT-RED 1 EA Non-Inventory #ofP Parts: 95 Tech Name RUBEN CHRIS  Description  Price $1.45 $1.25 $.18 $4.00 Total Parts:  Extended $460.00 $11.60 $87.50 $2.16 $4.00 $565.26  WIREMOULD FLOOR BOX ASSEMBLY WI COVER $115.00 MC CABLE CONNECTOR, 3/8" SADDLETYPW WIRE, MC CABLE 12-2WG/FT WING NUT, RED 14-10AWG BOARD,2X62FT  LABOR  Total Labor:  $840.00  Page -82- of 2    Date: 05/13/2024 Invoice #: 101292 Customer #: 10304 Work Order #: Dispatch #: Service Date: 05/13/2024  Air Reeder's  Conditioning & Heating, Inc. 365W. Travis St. LaGrange, TX 78945 Ph. 979-968-5277  Bill To:  Job Site:  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum P.O. Box 72 La Grange, TX78945  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum 250 Fairgrounds Road La Grange, TX78945  This Business is Regulated byt the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING. ANDI REGULATION HVACLIC. TACLA002927-C  TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING. ANDF REGULATION P.O. BOX 12157 ELEC.L LIC TECL23521  Unresolved complaints Should be directed to: AUSTIN,TX. 78711 (512)463-6599  INVOICE TOTALS  Parts/Material Labor Total Invoice  $565.26 $840.00 $1,405.26  83- Page of 2    Date: 05/13/2024 Invoice #: 101291 Customer #: 10304 Work Order #: Dispatch #: Service Date: 05/13/2024  Conditioning & Heating, Inc. 365W. Travis St. LaGrange, TX 78945 Ph. 979-968-5277  Rede's  Bill To:  Job Site:  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum P.O. Box 72 La Grange, TX78945  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas 250 Fairgrounds Road La Grange, TX 78945  Museum  P.O.#  Net 30 Days No Interest Elec. Work- Time & Material  Work Done  5/3/2024 DANCE HALL: REPLACED ALL THE LAMPS IN TRACK LIGHT FIXTURES WITH LED 5000K BULBS EQUIVALENT TO THE INCANDESCENT. OLD LAMPS ARE IN THE STORAGE ROOM.  PARTS-MATERIAL USED Qty U.M. Part# 30 EA Non-Inventory #of Parts: 30 LABOR Tech Name RUBEN CHRIS  Description  Price $15.20 Total Parts:  Extended $456.00 $456.00  LAMP, LEDI FLOOD DAMAR 11W/PAR305000K  Total Labor:  $120.00  This Business is Regulated by the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING. AND REGULATION HVACLIC. TAÇLA002927-C  TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING. AND REGULATION P.O. BOX 12157 ELEC.LIC TECL23521  Unresolved complaints Should be directed to: AUSTIN,TX. 78711 (512)463-6599  INVOICE TOTALS  Parts/Material Labor Totai Invoice  $456.00 $120.00 $576.00  -84- Page of 1    Date: 05/10/2024 Invoice #: 101290 Customer #: 10304 Work Order# #: Dispatch #: 100988 Service Date: 05/09/2024  Conditioning & Heating, Inc. 365W. Travis St. LaGrange, TX 78945 Ph. 979-968-5277  Rede's  Billl To:  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum P.O. Box 72 La Grange, TX78945  Job Site:  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum 250 Fairgrounds Road La Grange, TX78945  P.O.#  Net 30 Days No Interest Elec. Work - Time & Material [EW)  Work Done 5/9/2024  CONTRACT BILLING ELECTRICAL  MATERIALS AND LABOR REQUIRED TO REPLACE EXISTING WALL SWITCHES FOR HALL WITH NEWL LEVITON WIFI SMART SWITCHES sO THEY CAN BE PROGRAMMED TO DESIRED THROUGH PHONE. APPLICATION WITH LEVITON. INSTALLED TWO OCCUPANCY: OPERATED AS TO TURN ON A GROUP OF LIGHTS WHEN ENTERING BUILDING AT NIGHT IN ORDER TO SENSORS LIGHT SWITCHES. COORDINATED PROGRAMMING WITH GARY BUCEK TO MAKE SYSTEM GET TO FUNCTION. OTHER WORK REQUESTED WILL BE INVOICED SEPARATELY.  LIGHTING  CONTRACT AMOUNT $ 3,050.00  PARIS-MATERIAL USED Qty U.M. Part# 1 EA Non-Inventory #ofP Parts: 1 LABOR Tech Name RUBEN CHRIS  Description LOT - MATERIALS  Price $1,385.00 Total Parts:  Extended $1,385.00 $1,385.00  Total Labor:  $1,665.00  -85- Page 7 of 2    Date: 05/10/2024 Invoice #: 101290 Customer #: 10304 Work Order#: Dispatch #: 100988 Service Date: 05/09/2024  Conditioning & Heating, Inc. 365W.1 Travis St. LaGrange, TX 78945 Ph. 979-968-5277  Ree's  Bill To:  Job Site:  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum P.O. Box 72 La Grange, TX78945  Polka Lovers Club Texas 250 Fairgrounds Road La Grange, TX78945  Of  Museum  This Business is Regulated by the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATION HVACLIC. TACLA002927-C  TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATION P.O. BOX 12157 ELEC. LIC TECL23521  Unresoived complaints Should be directed to: AUSTIN, TX. 78711 (512)463-6599  INVOICE TOTALS  Parts/Material Labor Total invoice  $1,385.00 $1,665.00 $3,050.00  -86- Page 6 of 2    Date: 05/13/2024 Invoice #: 101294 Customer #: 10304 Work Order #: Dispatch #: Service Date: 05/13/2024  & Heating, Inc. LaGrange, TX 78945  365W. Travis St. Rele's  Ph.979-968-5277  Bill To:  Job Site:  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum P.O. Box 72 La Grange, TX78945  Polka Lovers Club Of1 Texas Museum 250 Fairgrounds Road La Grange, TX78945  P.O.#  Net 30 Days No Interest A/C Commercial Service  Work Done 5/13/2024 DANCE HALL:  CONTRACT BILLING HVAC  PARTS, MATERIALS AND LABOR REQUIRED TO INSTALL TWO HONEYWELL THERMOSTAT WITH WIFI  REMOTE CONTROL CAPABILITY FOR EACH OF THE TWO CENTRAL A/C SYSTEMS.  CONTRACT AMOUNT $ 650.00  THERMOSTAT SUPPLIED: HONEYWELL MODEL RENEWRTH68OWF  WARRANTY: FIVE YEARS FOR THERMOSTAT, ONE YEAR FOR LABOR.  PARIS-MATERIAL USED Qty U.M. 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LIC TECL23521  Unresolved complaints Should be directed to: AUSTIN,TX. 78711 (512)463-6599  INVOICE TOTALS  Parts/Material Labor Total Invoice  $450.00 $200.00 $650.00  Page-88- of 2    Date: 05/13/2024 Invoice #: 101293 Customer #: 10304 Work Order #: Dispatch #: Service Date: 05/13/2024  & Heating, Inc. LaGrange, TX 78945  365V W. Travis St. Rele's  Ph. 979-968-5277  Bill To:  Job Site:  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum P.O. Box72 LaG Grange, TX 78945  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum 250 Fairgrounds Road La Grange, TX78945  P.O.#  Net 30 Days No Interest Elec. Work- - Time & Material  Work Done  5/9/2024 HOELSCHER HOUSE: SEPARATED EXISTING 31 WAY SWITCHING AND CONNECTED BOTH ROOMS TO ON SWITCHING CIRCUIT. THEN INSTALLED AN OCCUPANCY SENSOR TOTURN ON THE  LIGHTS IN BUILDING. PARTS-MATERIAL USED Qty U.M. Part# 4 EA. JB4S 4 EA. JB4SCV 12 EA. WGNT-RED 25 EA Non-Inventory 12 EA Non-Inventory 8 EA Non-Inventory 1 EA Non-Inventory 1 EA. WPBL1V 1 EA. WPDCR2V #ofParts: 68 LABOR Tech Name RUBEN CHRIS  Description  Price $2.25 $.60 $.18 $1.25 $1.45 $.15 $86.00 $.40 $.96 Total Parts:  Extended $9.00 $2.40 $2.16 $31.25 $17.40 $1.20 $86.00 $0.40 $0.96 $150.77  JUNCTION BOX, 4" SQ-1-1/2"DP 1/2"KO JUNCTION BOX COVER,4": SQ BLANK WING NUT, RED 14-10 AWG WIRE, MC CABLE 12-2WG/ /FT MC CABLE CONNECTOR 3/8" SADDLE TYPE SCREW, HEX 10X11/4 LEVITON OCCUPANCY SENSOR IVORY WALL PLATE, BLANKIVORY WALL PLATE, DECOR: 2G IVORY  Total Labor:  $840.00  -89- Page of 2    Date: 05/13/2024 Invoice #: 101293 Customer #: 10304 Work Order #: Dispatch #: Service Date: 05/13/2024  Conditioning & Heating, Inc. 365W.Travis! St. LaGrange, TX 78945 Ph. 979-968-5277  Rede's  Bill To:  Job Site:  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas Museum P.O. Box7 72 La Grange, TX78945  Polka Lovers Club Of Texas 250 Fairgrounds Road La Grange, TX 78945  Museum  This Business is Regulated by the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING ANDI REGULATION HVACLIC. TACLA002927-C  TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING ANDI REGULATION P.O. BOX 12157  Unresolved complaints Should be directed to: AUSTIN,TX. 78711  ELEC.LIC TECL23521 (512)463-6599  INVOICE TOTALS  Parts/Material Labor Total Invoice  $150.77 $840.00 $990.77  -90- Page of 2    ADDI Digital Printing 1339 E. Broadway Pearland, TX77581 saes@acdpiningcon (281)412-0006 www.addpantng.com  DIGITAL ADDI PRINTING  Quote 17423 PLCTM EXTERIOR SIGNS  SALES REPS INFO Drew Dietrich Owner drew@addprining.com (281)412-0006  QUOTEDATE 03/01/2024 QUOTE DUEDATE 04/05/2024 QUOTEEXPIRYDATE 03/31/2024 TERMS Pre-Paid  REQUESTED! BY PO BOX72 LaGRANGE, TX78945 Aboutt this Quote: * ITEM  CONTACT INFO CAROL. ARTZE BUCEK eri@adatzoucekcon (832)202-5845  POLKAI LOVERS CLUB OF TEXAS MUSEUM  QTY UOM U.PRICE TOTAL (EXCL.TAX) TAXABLE  CUSTOM CHANNEL LETTERS  1 Unit $7,540.00  $7,540.00 Y  CUSTOM CHANNEL LETTERS, 14'CHARACTERS X240" OVERALL LENGTH, LED INTERNALLYLIT 4" DEEP RETURN, ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION WITH PIGMENTED RED ACRYLIC FACES AND CUSTOM FABRICATED 43TX LEDI INTERNALLY LIT 4" DEEPI RETURN ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION WITHWHITE ACRYLICFACES. ANDR RED ANDI BLACK TRANSLUSCENT VINYL (PLCTM OVALLOGO INSTALLED DIRECTLY TOI BUILDING FACADE WITHWIRE RACEWAY TO HOUSE WIRES AND LEDI DRIVER(S) TOBE COPY: POLKALOVERS CLUB OF1 TEXAS PLEASE NOTE: ELECTRICAL SERVICE MUST BE PROVIDED WITHIN 5, CUSTOMER RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ELECTRICAL SERVICES REQUIREDI INCLUDING PHOTOCELLS/TMERS THAT ARE NOT EXISITING AND MUST BE INSTALLED BY LICENSED ELECTRITIAN INSTALLATION OF CHANNEL LETTER SIGNS AT  37" OVAL LOGO CABINET WITH  INSTALLED ON WALL MUSEUM (LOGO)  2 Installation CUSTOMER MUSEUM 275 West Fairgrounds Road Lac Grange, TX78945  1 Each $450.00  $450.00 N  ** All installations that are cancelled less than 24 hours ahead oftime, 20% oft the installation fee will be added to your bill SIGN PERMIT AND AQUSITION FEE (LA GRANGE)- DECLINED BY CUSTOMER N/A  3 PERMIT  1 Unit  $0  $0 N  Total $7,990.00  PRINTEDG ONO 03/01/20246 01:15F PMBYDDC CREATEDBYDO  -91-    92    THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2024  THE SCHULENBURG STICKER  Societyl News  PLCTM to host Happy Music for Happy People'  Board members of the Polka Highlighted inside Lovers Club of Texas Museum, the mseum will be the located at 275 West Fairgrounds Fr. Joseph M. Hybner Road, La Grange, in the Czech exhibit. Village, invite members and In 2005, the. Polka the public to the second annual Lovers Clabof Texas "Happy Music for Happy Peo- Museum (PLCTM) ple" open house and event on moved the Hoelscher Sunday, May 19. Ali are invited Haus, a donation from to view the continuing renova- Esther and Henry Hoel-  seum board, at that felt it very name the new appropriate annex "The to Msg:. Joseph M. Hybner Center." The dedication held on Sunday, Feb. 2016, included 3 with Fr Hybner reception conclud- ing the event witha ribbon cutting and a  time,  28,  tions and upgrades.  scher, to the TCHCC AEHBThaighewa.y. JosephHybnerwill the centèr. blessing of  The eventi is being heldino con- complex to serve as sangphgldhaPaaloens ClubofTexasi Museum's Herigage & Cultural Center's PO.L.K.ofA. Texas Msgr Hybner-s shown inh his earliera andk latery years-- was  junction with the Texas Czech the museum for the "Happy Music for Happy People" event on May 19. Rev. 83, Msgr Joseph Hybner, Slavnost (May Fest) celebration. Chapter. Fr: Hybner alongtime supporter and contributor tot thel PLCTM. day, Nov. 23, 2019. He The musuem will be open on gave donations in memory of Afterward, there was a polka Shiner, was oneofthe bom! Nov. ninec 11, childrenof 1936, in Sunday, May 191 from 10 a.m. to his parents and grandparents Mass conducted by Fr. Hybner Leo and. Josephine (Kurtz) Hyb- An attraction for the day will since 2006, PLCTM has hosted a catered meal for members and & Methodist Catholic Sts. Cyril beay wine-tasting booth by Majek a memorial celebration remem- polka dance. Fr. Hybner stayed in Shiner, Plot2-B-19-1. Cemetery Vineyard & Winery, with" "Happy bering deceased members of the very active and involved in the The mission  passed away Satur-  4p.m  from both sides. Every year accompanied. by a polka band, ner. Hei is buriedi in the  Music for Happy People," from museum and Po.L.K.ofA. Texas annual activities. 2 to 4 p.m. Hosts will be Randy Chapter. The event has included  of the Polka Lov- and  ers Club of Texas Museum is to  and Lynne Majek, winery own- ers andoperators."  Fr. Hybner was a generous preserve, promote and educate campaigns; therefore, the mu- information, goto plctm.com.  a slide show presentation of all contributor in all fundraising polka music dance.  deceased members.  Fori more  - I  93-    - 0 e      W E -  a   N  -  e  - A   N 2 S -  -94-    1 %  SCLUB OF PO. Box 72 La Grange, Texas 78945 PLCTM.COM  OVERS  TEKASI  POLEAL  SHDBEDN  POLKA! LOVERS CLUB OF TEXAS MUSEUM  PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE "HAPPY MUSIC. FOR HAPPY PEOPLE"  Sunday, May 19th  Board members of The Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum, located at 275 W. Fairgrounds Rd., La Grange, Texas in the Czech Village, are excited to invite members and the publici to the Second Annual "Happy Musicfor Happy. People"Open Houseand Event. Renovations and upgrades continue ant this would be the time to check them The event is in conjunction with the Texas Czech Herigage and Cultural Center's (TCHCC) Slavnost "May Fest" celebration. The musuem will open on Sunday, May 19th An attraction oft the day will be wine tasting... "Happy Music for Happy People" from 2 to 4 PM by Majek Vineyard and Winery hosted by Randy and Lynne Majek, owners  out.  at 10 am and will conclude at 4:00 PM.  and operators, of the winery will fature a booth.  Featured inside the museum will be The Father Joseph M. Hybner Exhibit.  -95-    Reverend Monsignor Joseph Hybner, 83, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2019.He was born November 11,1936 in Shiner, one ofthe 9 children born to Leo He is buried in the Saints Cyril and Methodist Catholic Cemetery in Shiner, In 2005 the Polka Lovers Club ofTexas Museum (PCTM) moved the Hoelscher Haus, a donation from Esther & Henry Hoelscher to the TCHCC complex to serve as the museum for the Po.L.K. ofA A. Texas Chapter. Father Joe gave donations of $00 each in memory of his parent and grandparents from both sides. Every year since 2006 PLCTM hosted a memorial celebration remembering the deceased members of the museum and the Po. L. K. ofA. Texas Chapter. The event included a slide show presentation ofall deceased members. Afterwards, Father Jo would conduct a Polka Mass accompanied by a polka band, a catered meal for members and a polka dance. Father Joe was a generous contributor in all fundraising campaigns; therefore, the Museum Board, at that time, felt it very appropriate to name the new annex The dedication held on Sunday. February 28, 2016included a ribbon cutting and  and Josephine (Kurtz) Hybner.  Texas, Lavaca County, Texas, Plot 2-B-19-1.  He stayed vey active and involved in the annual activities.  "The. Msgr. Joseph M. Hybner Center".  reception.  Father Hybner concluded the event by cutting the ribbon and bless The Center. Thel Polka Lovers Club ofTexas Museum is located at 275 W. Fairgrounds Rd.,L La Grange, Texas with a mission to preserve, promote and educate polka music and dance. For  more information go to plctm.com.  -96-        N-98-    99-        *  101-  7    # I  OVERS CLUB OF P.O.Box72 La Grange, Texas 78943 PLCTM.COM  POLA  TAEN  POLKA LOVERS CLUB OF TEXAS MUSEUM  PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  FOR  SECOND ANNUAL  "HAPPY MUSIC FOR HAPPYPEOPLE" Sunday, May 19TH BIG SUCCESS  The Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum, located at 275 W. Fairgrounds Rd., La Grange, Texas within the Czech Village, experienced a successful second annual "Happy Music for Happy People" Open House and Event. Over one hundred area  residents and visitors from as far as Nebraska toured the museum  The event was held in conjunction with the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center's (TCHCC) Slavnost "May Fest" celebration which was also a big success. The main attraction of the day were presentations regarding The Msgr. Joseph M. Hybner and his Exhibit in the Museum's Center" by Past President, Willie V. Bohuslav and Mark Hybner, nephew of the Monsignor. The exhibit features his path of ministry from a young man to his priesthood until his retirement as a Monsignor. Both gentlemen reflected, with much humor and reverence, the antics and forgiveness this gentle giant gave to everyone with whom he came in contact.  Everyone loved him!  30  -102-    Father Joe served as a priest for 56 years and was a generous contributor in all fundraising campaigns for the museum. His involvement in polka music and his generous contributions to the Polka Lovers Club ofTexas Museum continued. He was a member of the Polka Lovers Klub of America Po.L.K. of A. Texas Chapter III-Dance Klub, and an active participant in the Klub's float program. He always wore his red Father Hybner retired in 2012, died November 23, 2019 at the age of83. Hei is buried in the Saints Cyril and Methodist Catholic Cemetery in Shiner, Texas, Lavaca  vest to match the Klub's red and white uniforms.  County, Texas, Plot 2-B-19-1.  -103-  73    Czech CentesMuseum Houston CZECGENTER MIESHENDHOESTEN  on  A big Thank you to the Czech Center Museum Houston who was represented by staff members johanna Dickerson, Karlin Logo, and Sheree Wagner. They were cheerfully and creatively making Mayfest Headbands in an exterior exhibit tent for their museum. These colorful and festive headbands are made of flowers, leaves, branches and ribbon streamers. Perfect for this ceremonial event.  Ihe Czech Center Museum Houston provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, art, music, stories, and lives of Czechs, Slovaks and people ofa all cultures who left their country to seek liberty and democracy in America. The CCMH shares Czech culture and experiences to create connections, generate dialogue, and inspire new perspectives. The Czech Center Museum Houston is located at  4920 San Jacinto St, Houston, Texas 77004.  -104-    PLKA  An: additional delight was the attendance oft thel King and Queen ofThe Polka Lovers Klub of America  Texas Division, C. W. "Chris" and Doris Benson.  Wine, beer and snacks are: a mainstay to all who attend and tour the museum.  -105-    The Polka Lovers Club ofTexas Museum is located at 275 W. Fairgrounds Rd, La Grange, Texas with a mission to preserve, promote and educate polka music and  dance. For more information go to plctm.com.  -106-    D4 The Fayette County Record, Friday, May 17, 2024  Pardubicka Muzika performs at TCHCC Monday, May 27 at 6:30 p.m.  Brass Band From Czech Republic to Perform at TCHCC May 27 long tradition at the Pardu- Pardubicka Muzika made a gion. bice Conservatory. Since the concert tour to the USA, Ger-  Wind music has a very  During its short history, bice and the Pardubice Re-  Ast they tour across Tèxas,  school's founding, there has many, got a bronze medal at the Band will perform at the been wind music in different an intemational competition Sanford Schmid Amphitheat- forms and has represented inMihlbach, held concerts m er on the grounds oft the Texas the school at manys events in the Senate of the Czech Re- Czech Heritage & Cultural the region. In 2022, a band public and at the international Center on Monday, May27at called Pardubicka Muzika un- festival Pardubice Music 6:30 p.m. TCHCC is located der the leadership of Michal Spring. This year Pardubicka at 250 W. Fairgrounds Road Chmelar, at trumpet player of Muzika recorded its first CD. in La Grange. The public is the Czech Chamber Philhar- Pardubicka Muzika is happy invited to enjoy an evening monic Orchrestra Pardubice, to be supported by Pardubice with the great sounds of this  was founded.  Conservatory, City of Pardu- world renown orchestra!  -107-    R iC  CLUB BOF1 P.O. Box 72 la Grange, Texas 78945 PLCTMGOM  Paralmasg  mae  POLKA LOVERS CLUB OF TEXAS MUSEUM  PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  "PLGT MUSEUM HOSTS PARDUBICKA MUZIKA BAND"  Monday; May 27th  Board members of The Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum, located at 275W. Fairgrounds Rd., La Grange, Texas and within the Czech Village, hosted dinner for members of the Pardubicka Muzika Band, their sponsors, Staif and Board Members of TCHCC. Dinnerw was served at 5:00 pm prior to the Czech Brass Band's concert held in the Schmid Ampitheatre on Attendees experienced the timeless elegance of a traditional Czech brass band concert as Pardubicka Muzika wallzes across Texas from the renowned Pardubice Conservatory of Music in the Czech Republic. This event was perfect for a date night and a fun evening withi friends. It La Grange, Texas was one of several touring stops through Southeast Texas including Temple and Ennis, ending in Houston for this group. This group experienced not only storms, but also Ity was an honor to host these young, respectful musicians ranging from ages 16 to 24 and their sponsors prior to their final stop at The Czech Center Museum Houston on Wednesday, 29th after a dip in the beach in Galveston, they will head back to Prague in the Czech Republic. Wind music has a very long tradition at the Pardubice Conservatory. Since the school was founded there has been wind music in different forms and represented the school at many events in the region. In 2022 a band called, Pardubicka Muzika," under the leadership of Michal Chmelar, a trumpet player of the Czech Chamber Philharmonic Orchestra Pardubice, was Even though the weather was hot and humid, the concert was full of energizing and cheerful music from this all brass band. Members of the audience happily tapped their feet, clapped The Polka Lovers Club ofTexas Museum is located at 275 W. Fairgrounds Rd., La Grange, Texas with a mission to preserve, promote and educate polka music and dance. Formore  Labor Day, Monday, May 27h at 6:30 p.m.  was an unforgettable experience!  playing with no electricity, torado wamings and in extreme heat.  founded.  their hands and sang along with many of the band's Czech songs.  information go to plcim.com.  -108-    Top Row L-R Gary Bucek, President; Carol Artz-Bucek, Secreary/reasurer Mascot L Louie and Willie Bohuslav, Immediate Past President  Bottom Row L-R: Jan Koehn and. Jane Freis, Board Members; Joyce Bohuslav, Member Outreach;  -109-    21 st  Tourism Grant Program Funding Request Application  e74, yy FE  Organization Information  Date: 28Mayyzpz4  Name of Sadaatafet  M455DSHyneche City: State: habrange RR945  Zip:789H5  Contact MimeléarhaePlaks Contact Phone Number: 97970Z94 Web Site Address for Event or Sponsoring Entity: Sumeteemeh DaleSquare Is your organization: Nomprofit/PrivatefFor: Profit a Tax ID #WhL prelideleHer  Name of] Event or Project: uadwalaplsSpaw  Partner Entity: Ma  Date of Event or Project: 83um7074  Start Time/End Time oft the Event: 5:DOPm -ID:Pm  Primary Location of Event or Project: kast Side ofCousthouse Has this Event/Facility been held before? If yes, please list the years: Auis istu Please list any additional Co-Sponsors oft the Event: 3 banks anda buskineisolor Please list any other organizations, goyernment entities and grants that have offered financial Tweuld Lojke thy eAportunity tomet Hiégpiermy Please list any contributions that are made to the community ofLa Grange as a result ofi funds generated from the event (scholarships, donations, etc.): EVery dime thgt iseglkcled reyny conations QNLubor arhvtRes DWth duy Ofthe ppremete ichapa Conkribwtions Do you intend to request support from businesses in the form of sponsorships, donations, materials, or other means that will assist you in executing the event? Yes No Is this at ticketed. Event/Facility? Ifyes, please list price of ticket, admission, entry fee: No HOT Amount Requested: Apo.po-3.ed Request may be up to a maximum of$10,000)  pth year.  support to your project:_ Nonei!  greup to disibs this! Snaho,  4  Fayette countyad beyent.  -110-    Percentage ofHotel Tax Support of Related Costs  (% Note Percentage ofTotal Event Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax -0) Note Percentage ofTotal Facility Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax 9D (%) Note Percentage ofTotal Marketing Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy () Note Percentage of Staff Costs Covered by Hotel Occupancy Tax for the  for the Funded Event Tax for the Funded Event Funded Event  Purpose of Funds Request (including proposed use of funds), Singers doning gespelhos  Shuta,kie Bamd,Dsjimgl hena,pachiall.l  Explain how this expenditure will DIRECTLY enhance and promote tourism AND the convention and hotel industry Tth Auphnes 9 GMPW HhiG eventfer wo days They wiCouk "at piebent # i6 alocwl gafg Hat is growina slowl Mdueb lavk offunckng and Venu toeuud Which Categories Apply tol Funding Requést and Amount Requested Under Each  Check Category:  Taist  Convention Center or Visitor Information Center: construction, improvement, equipping, repairing operation and maintenance of convention center facilities or visitor information Registration of Convention Delegates: furnishing of facilities, personnel, and materials Advertising, Solicitations, Promotional programs to attract tourists and convention Promotion of the Arts that Directly Enhance Tourism and the Hotel & Convention Industry: encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application of the arts, including instrumental and vocal music, dance, drama, folk art, creative writing, architecture, design and allied fields, painting, sculpture photography, graphic and craft arts, motion picture, radio, television, tape and sound recording, and other arts related to the presentation, performance, execution, and exhibition of these major art forms; Historical restoration and preservation projects or activities or advertising and conducting solicitation and promotional programs to encourage tourists and convention delegates to  centers, or both $  for the registration of convention delegates or registrants; $  delegates or registrants to the city $  $2,p00.00  visit preserved historic sites or museums; $ L8EB.60  -111-    Proposed Expenditure Budget Description  Line Item  Previous Year  Estimated 3p0Brz0o 12.00. 3D0, devationsidis 1,5K-850. 150. 2.D0,  Funded by Hotel/Motel Tax Lasthe yeays abpx 900, 0V  ps. Enkplawameat Foad Prizek Teebhuts Jun housv Nater Slidi  Goals, Objectives and Measures  How many years have you held this Event or Project: 2024 JDyears Event or Project are anticipated will use hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts in the city?  Estimated Attendance: 5D-75 How many nights will they stay: R rooms and at which hotels: NO  How many people attending the  Do you reserve a room block for this event at an area hotel or motel and if so, for how many  No. Rooms NIA  Name ofHotel/Motel  Please list other years (over the last three years) that you have hosted your Event or Project with  amount of funding given from HOT and the number ofhotel rooms used:  Month/Year  Amount of Funding B Opot 900.00 A  Number ofHotel/Motel Rooms Used  2020 2021 2D21 2023  3 ? 3 ?  -112-    Please check all promotion efforts your organization is coordinating and the amount financially  committed to each media outlet: E Paid. Advertising Newspaper Social Media Radio TV Other  EupImnmpat  $ $ $ $ $  Press Releases to Media  -  Direct Mailing to out oftown recipients $  What areas does your advertising and promotion reach?  Houbtoiy AMa-Aaiasudghat What number ofi individuals will your proposed marketing reach that are located in another city If a permanent facility (e.g. museum, visitor center) Estimated Attendance: Please note percentage of those in Attendance that are Staying at Area Hotel/Motels or other Ift this request for funding is denied, will the event be held regardless offunding support from the Other Comments: Tug is eHAviwPrawe" thu commrly Amdiatigens that Hhie cekbatienis Malimgthelny Please feel freé to attach any additional information about your organization CMMWICRA or event that'you" Iunderstand the limitations placed on use of Hotel Tax funds, and certify that the requested funds will be used only for purposes described. in this application or as approved by the Cityof La Grange. Iunderstand use offunds is subject to audit and a post event form will be required to be submitted, prior to reimbursement offunds approved. Applicant further understands that funds will be reimbursed upon the presentation of appropriate invoices or other documents If awarded grant funds for promotional materials for an event, I agree to include the following information on all collateral materials: In partnership with The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. In addition, Iagree to add The City ofLa Grange Main, Street & Visitors Bureau' 's logo and website address to the materials. Ialso agree to offer The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau the opportunity to provide visitor information at  orc county? Estimated 3  NlA  Monthlyl_WA  Annually  Lodging Facilities: 2  City ofLa Grange? V Yes  No  think is relevant to this application.  certifying thej funds have been encumbered.  a booth space provided by our organization at our event.   - Name  d6 Aebident  26HayZ0z4 Date'  Title -113-    Questions for Alll Funding Requests Historical Narrative  Please provide al brief description of your agency's history and background. (May be provided on separate page) Points are awarded on the basis of how established your program is, past successes, etc. More points will be awarded for entities that have a proven track record of  stability and staying within budget.  Mission Statement: Ouy AEatahaanlapa of Africam Amewican hibtony aMekfhaa but wemele On iy lasaiapaassaly Dr Background: Donlt beswayedby 2 -cAmuakI 1yw oin T9qvowhas bew ekstaueter ten yeasb wth flexialingcwnldel hwtall - hagte  BTe  heen a LAringeprieny  Needs Statement  Explain why you are requesting funds from the City of La Grange HOT Funds. (May be provided on a separate page) How does your organization meet the needs oft the community? Fapuaihema from h.clambutahyt Ih-AwwaiyN yearky boahalsaic.aals thlatizens of Du Camunly Fhawhgea spet at the Gouastyfaweklmik  LITIMA  Proposed Revenues and Expenditures.  pLy  If you partner with another applicant please include  their budget information. (May be provided on a separate page)NIA  Proposed Revenue Budget Description  Source CityofLa Grange Fayette County Grants Donations Other Total  Previous Year  Current Year  5DD:80 Hhalcfbuget 50000  56D.e0  appy 55D.M  exsenal  -114-    Street & Visitors Bureau's logo and website address to the materials. Ialso agree to offer The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau the opportunity to provide visitor information Use ofLocal Vendors: All event organizers are encouraged to patronize the City ofLa Grange Allocation of Funds: The MAXIMUM amount of funding per event application for the fiscal year is$10,000. (Applicants who can'tjustify a request for the maximum amount stated above Use of Revenues from Event: A portion oft the revenues from any event and/or project receiving any type of funding assistance from the Hotel Occupancy Tax funds should be channeled back into the future costs ofo operating that same event or the continued operation oft the project Supplemental Information Required With Application: Along with the application, please  atal booth spaceprovided by our organization atour * event. businesses for food, supplies, materials, printing, etc.  are advised to request only an amount for which they may qualify.)  submit the following:  Marketing Plan for Proposed Event  Schedule of Activities or Events Relating to the Proposed Project Radio adverisement of the Celebration 3) Tee Shirkh Notina tlelebra-tion H) Maiv Sheet Falenook Page  2 bayette Couw-ty Berord  5 Personal ' Friends Social Media Dutlet  -115-    City ofLa Grange Tourism Grant Committee Tourism Grant Program  Mission: The mission of the Tourism Grant Program is to provide funds to enhance Historical Restoration, the Preservation of the Arts and other activities which will increase tourism and Program Guidelines: The Tourism Grant Committee will accept applications for program funding on March 1, June 191, September 1a and December 1"ofeach year. The committee will only accept and review applications from non-profit, governmental and community based organizations that meet the funding guidelines. All requests for funds should be submitted in writing accompanied by the official application. The Applicant is requested to contact city staff prior to submission of the grant application to review eligibility requirements and to review partnerships with the La Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. The applicant may be asked to be present at a meeting to answer any questions regarding the application. Applicants will be notified prior to meeting of time and location. City Staff will make a recommendation to the Tourism Grant. Committee based on the application, eligibility, and funding available. The Tourism Grant Committee will review applications and make funding recommendations to the La Grange City Council. The La Grange City Council will have final approval on all funding Eligibility and Priority for Hotel Tax Funds: Priority will be given to those events and entities Ifa an event will not generate any meaningful hotel night activity, it is not eligible for receipt of hotel occupancy tax funds. Events can prove this potential to generate overnight visitors by:  Hotel/Motel usage in La Grange.  requests.  based on their ability to generate overnight visitors to La Grange.  a) Historic information on the number of room nights used during previous years of b) Current information on the size of a room block that has been reserved at area hotels to accommodate anticipated overnight guests attending the event requesting hotel c) Historical information on the number of guests at hotel or other lodging facilities d) Providing examples of marketing programs and activities that are likely to generate and encourage overnight visitors to local lodging properties. Partnerships: The City Council encourages all event organizers to consider partnership agreements with other applicants to promote events. Cooperation between entities can result in more effective use of funds. Priority will be given to applications that show cooperative efforts between entities. If awarded grant funds for promotional materials for an event.. I agree to include the following information on all collateral materials: In partnership with The City ofLa Grange Main Street & Visitors Bureau. In addition, Ia agree to add The City ofl La Grange Main  the same events;  tax funds;  that attended the funded event: and/or  -116-