The city council officially denied the demolition request and the Parks Building is safe. Thank you for signing and sticking with us throughout this fight. Stay alert and keep an eye on the building as restoration plans move forward.
January 16, 2016
Final supporters
The historic Parks Building/Jeremiah Payne House is in jeopardy of being demolished.
The Preserve Historic Dahlonega (PHD) Committee, a group of Dahlonega and Lumpkin County concerned citizens respectfully asks the Dahlonega City Council to deny Roberta Green’s Garrett's appeal for demolition of the Parks Building, located at 40 East Main Street, Dahlonega, Ga.
This historic 1840 building needs to be preserved. This is not just our belief but also that of renown historical architectural firm, Lord Aeck Sargent (LAS), commissioned to assess the condition of the building. The LAS report, dated Sept. 23, 2015, used the City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance as a guideline for their recommendations.
The Dahlonega Historic Commission at the October 21st HPC meeting ruled that the building has significant historical value and should be preserved and not be demolished.
We ask that you sign this petition to show your support to keep our town the a pristine, historic destination for which we are known.
Updates
October 29, 2015
The momentum behind saving the Parks Building has reached a new level because of your commitment. Post this petition on your Facebook page right now to keep the pressure on the City Council. Then text three friends and urge them to read the architectural report linked in our description.
Reached 100 supporters
October 29, 2015
88 Comments
Please save the Parks bldg!! I was born in a Dahlonega doctors office on April 5, 1955! I have taken my child and grandchildren to Dahlonega to show them that same building I was born in and we talk about all the historical buildings there around the square!!! Please allow someone to renovate and create something wonderful to add to the already "olden times" atmosphere!!!
This is one of the oldest buildings in town. We need to preserve our history! I am a direct descendant of Woodrow Parks, and I would love for them to preserve it.
The historic charm/intent is part of why we have come to Dahlonega for over 23 years. It is a big part of the reason, along with the people, that we are anticipating moving to the area when our youngest graduates next year.
I walk past this building everyday on the way to school. I would hate to see such a unique building that is part of history get demolished.
History drives tourism to Dahlonega. This 170 year old building is the oldest home in Dahlonega. Please save it from destruction.
We need to keep and preserve our oldest buildings and keep our history don't take away from our little town
Please do not destroy history
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The city council officially denied the demolition request and the Parks Building is safe. Thank you for signing and sticking with us throughout this fight. Stay alert and keep an eye on the building as restoration plans move forward.
January 16, 2016
Final supporters
The historic Parks Building/Jeremiah Payne House is in jeopardy of being demolished.
The Preserve Historic Dahlonega (PHD) Committee, a group of Dahlonega and Lumpkin County concerned citizens respectfully asks the Dahlonega City Council to deny Roberta Green’s Garrett's appeal for demolition of the Parks Building, located at 40 East Main Street, Dahlonega, Ga.
This historic 1840 building needs to be preserved. This is not just our belief but also that of renown historical architectural firm, Lord Aeck Sargent (LAS), commissioned to assess the condition of the building. The LAS report, dated Sept. 23, 2015, used the City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance as a guideline for their recommendations.
The Dahlonega Historic Commission at the October 21st HPC meeting ruled that the building has significant historical value and should be preserved and not be demolished.
We ask that you sign this petition to show your support to keep our town the a pristine, historic destination for which we are known.
Updates
October 29, 2015
The momentum behind saving the Parks Building has reached a new level because of your commitment. Post this petition on your Facebook page right now to keep the pressure on the City Council. Then text three friends and urge them to read the architectural report linked in our description.
Reached 100 supporters
October 29, 2015
88 Comments
I have many fine memories of growing up in Dahlonega, and shopping in the parks building for special events. I remember Jake's pool room..my Grandmother worked there in the 1970 era. Some things don't need to be changed.
Please save the Parks bldg!! I was born in a Dahlonega doctors office on April 5, 1955! I have taken my child and grandchildren to Dahlonega to show them that same building I was born in and we talk about all the historical buildings there around the square!!! Please allow someone to renovate and create something wonderful to add to the already "olden times" atmosphere!!!
This is one of the oldest buildings in town. We need to preserve our history! I am a direct descendant of Woodrow Parks, and I would love for them to preserve it.
The historic charm/intent is part of why we have come to Dahlonega for over 23 years. It is a big part of the reason, along with the people, that we are anticipating moving to the area when our youngest graduates next year.
I walk past this building everyday on the way to school. I would hate to see such a unique building that is part of history get demolished.
History drives tourism to Dahlonega. This 170 year old building is the oldest home in Dahlonega. Please save it from destruction.
We need to keep and preserve our oldest buildings and keep our history don't take away from our little town
Please do not destroy history
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I have many fine memories of growing up in Dahlonega, and shopping in the parks building for special events. I remember Jake's pool room..my Grandmother worked there in the 1970 era. Some things don't need to be changed.