The Situation:
Washington High School District Board 308 recently purchased 3.3 acres of land including a home rich in local history, known as the G.W. Bayler Residence, located at 721 West Jefferson Street, with intentions of demolishing it and replacing it with a school parking lot.
We, the Undersigned, as Citizens of Historical Washington, IL, are Urging District 308 to:
• Preserve the home at its current location.
• Support the preservation of this house as historical landmark.
The conversation surrounding the G.W. Bayler home continues to grow as more residents share their memories of this property. While the district maintains its current plans, the depth of community interest ensures that this history remains a central point of concern for our town.
July 15, 2011
Seeing this many people recognize the importance of the G.W. Bayler home confirms that our town values its history more than a parking lot. This momentum proves that thoughtful preservation resonates deeply with those who live here. The focus now shifts toward ensuring the district board understands the public sentiment behind these signatures.
6 Comments
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Mike Tran
14 years ago
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Are you kidding me? A parking lot?? Find another place to put the cars and leave the historic buildings alone.
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Lisa Shaw
14 years ago
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Growing up in Washington I always loved that house. Please dont tear it down.
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Gary Hart
14 years ago
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STOP THE DEMOLITION. ONCE ITS GONE YOU CANT GET IT BACK.
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Dave Wells
14 years ago
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Total waste of money to tear down something with character just to park cars. Bad move board 308.
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Brenda Mehta
15 years ago
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My kids go to school there but we dont need another parking lot at the expense of our heritage. Save the Bayler home!
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Sarah Chavez
15 years ago
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This house has been part of our town forever. Why destroy history for more asphalt? So sad.
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The Situation:
Washington High School District Board 308 recently purchased 3.3 acres of land including a home rich in local history, known as the G.W. Bayler Residence, located at 721 West Jefferson Street, with intentions of demolishing it and replacing it with a school parking lot.
We, the Undersigned, as Citizens of Historical Washington, IL, are Urging District 308 to:
• Preserve the home at its current location.
• Support the preservation of this house as historical landmark.
The conversation surrounding the G.W. Bayler home continues to grow as more residents share their memories of this property. While the district maintains its current plans, the depth of community interest ensures that this history remains a central point of concern for our town.
July 15, 2011
Seeing this many people recognize the importance of the G.W. Bayler home confirms that our town values its history more than a parking lot. This momentum proves that thoughtful preservation resonates deeply with those who live here. The focus now shifts toward ensuring the district board understands the public sentiment behind these signatures.
6 Comments
M
Mike Tran
14 years ago
Featured
Are you kidding me? A parking lot?? Find another place to put the cars and leave the historic buildings alone.
L
Lisa Shaw
14 years ago
Featured
Growing up in Washington I always loved that house. Please dont tear it down.
G
Gary Hart
14 years ago
Featured
STOP THE DEMOLITION. ONCE ITS GONE YOU CANT GET IT BACK.
D
Dave Wells
14 years ago
Featured
Total waste of money to tear down something with character just to park cars. Bad move board 308.
B
Brenda Mehta
15 years ago
Featured
My kids go to school there but we dont need another parking lot at the expense of our heritage. Save the Bayler home!
S
Sarah Chavez
15 years ago
Featured
This house has been part of our town forever. Why destroy history for more asphalt? So sad.
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Are you kidding me? A parking lot?? Find another place to put the cars and leave the historic buildings alone.