Approve Donation To Anoka County Historical Society

 The purpose of this case is to acknowledge the donation of a wall mural  from Law's Barbeque. Law's Barbeque was located on the southwest corner of Hwy 47 and Nowthen Blvd and operated at that location for many years serving barbeque and homemade pies. The building was demolished in 1998 to make room for what is now the location of Savannah Oaks Senior Apartments.  Before the demolition took place the public works department cut out a small wall section that contained the wall mural. This wall section was stored for many years at the public works garage and was eventually moved to the Ramsey Town Hall located on Hwy 47 until a more permanent home could be found.

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Recently a volunteer with the Anoka County Historical Society, who was aware that we had the wall section in storage, inquired if we would be willing to donate it to their organization for display. Public works staff felt this was an excellent solution, it removed our responsibility of storing the piece and the possibility of damage or vandalism, plus it also allows the public the opportunity to view this piece of Ramsey history.  The historical society is requesting that we sign and return the attached Deed of Gift form to make the donation official.

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Staff recommends signing the Deed of Gift form from the Anoka County Historical Society and officially donating the Dan Law wall mural to the museum.

Motion to recommend council authorize signing the Deed of Gift form for the Anoka County Historical Society and officially donating the Dan Law wall mural to the museum or a motion to accept alternative recommendation based on council discussion.  If Council has an alternative direction, this item should be pulled from the Consent Agenda and placed on the regular agenda to allow for discussion and direction.