Historic (Culture Keyword)
7,176-7,200 (12,401 Records)
The Texas Historical Commission wrote this letter to immediately halt the remodel of classrooms in Building 609 at Fort Sam Houston. The project was not agreed upon by both parties and the Commission states that damage has already been done to the historical features of the building.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Building 4011 Re-evaluation, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
This letter by the Texas Historical Commission requests a re-evaluation of Building 4011, following Fort Sam Houston's closing of their field offices for the Defense Mapping Agency in the historic building.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Buildings 617 and 688 MOA Rejection, Building 48 Paint Colors, and Installation of UPS System in Landmark District, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1990)
The Texas Historical Commission received a letter from the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation rejecting the proposed two-party MOA as a solution to the vent stack installation on Buildings 617 and 688 in the Landmark District of Fort Sam Houston. This letter addresses the reasons for rejection of the project, specifically the lack of communication with the Council and the need for documentation required by 36 CFR Section 800.8(b), thereby including the Council as a consulting party, which...
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Demo Porches Building 612, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1992)
After a meeting at Fort Sam Houston to go over the potential danger that porches are posing at Infantry Row, this letter was written detailing the several mitigation items and stipulations that had been discussed. Carbon copied to this correspondence is Mike Hilger and Hector Le Bron.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Housing Area 3 Central Air Conditioner Installation for 43 Units, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
This letter confirms the Texas Historical Commission's position on the installation of new central HVAC systems in Housing Area 3 at Fort Sam Houston. One of the Commission’s primary goals in this project is to preserve the character of public spaces in these historic homes as much as possible. This goal can be realized by installing all HVAC ductwork for service to the first floor in the basement and crawl space areas. This can be achieved through a sealed duct system or by laying a mud slab in...
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Interior Rehabilitation of Building 601 and Confirmation of Site Visit, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1990)
Correspondence between the Texas Historical Commission and Fort Sam Houston’s Environmental Management Office concerning interior rehabilitation of Building 601. The letter details the conditions and guidelines for the remodel and has accompanying house plans and schematic drawings.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Structural Repairs to Quarters 115, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
After meeting with Fort Sam Houston on-site, the Texas Historical Commission has written this letter detailing structural problems and recommended repairs to Quarters 115 at Fort Sam Houston.
Letter from Stan Graves to Walter L. Winters, Corrections to March 19th Letter, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1992)
On March 19, 1992, Demetrio Jimenez met with Kelly Air Force Base representatives and Col. Ray to discuss the proposed "Defense Commissary Agency Superstore" in Fort Sam Houston. A new alternative was discussed at the meeting that would constitute a possible Adverse Effect on the housing area adjacent to Leonard Wood Field (Buildings 701, 703, 705, 707, 709, 711, 713, 715, 717, 719, and 721). Originally the Superstore would only affect Building 371 and 372, both of which are eligible for the...
Letter from Stanley Graves to David Walker, Signed Memorandum of Agreement for Demolition of Buildings 239, 252 and 2399, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1997)
With this letter The Texas Historical Commission is transmitting six signature apges for the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed by Curtis Tunnell, the State Historic Preservation Officer. The MOA concerns the recordation and demolition of three buildings at Fort Sam Houston which have been determined eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
Letter from Stanley Graves to John Brenneman, Annual Inspection, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1996)
As per the Programmatic Agreement signed May 1991, an annual summary of activities was submitted by Fort Sam Houston for the Texas Historical Commission’s review. The results of the Commission’s tour are described in the attached report of the site visit. The annual inspection highlighted several aspects of CATEX (categorical exclusion) activities which are problematic. This letter also summarizes these items.
Letter from Stanley Graves to John Brenneman, Draft Memorandum of Agreement for Demolition of Historic Properties, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1996)
The Texas Historical Commission met with Fort Sam Houston's Environmental and Natural Resources Branch to discuss demolition of properties. The meeting included representatives from the SHPO, the ENV branch and DPW. This letter outlines the Commission's specific concerns from the meeting as well as a summary documentation of the meeting's proceedings. Copied to this correspondence is Claudia Nissley (Advisory Council on Historic Preservation), Joan Gaither (Society for the Preservation of Fort...
Letter from Stanley Graves to Joseph Logan, Building 156 Completed Renovation, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas (1993)
The Keeper of the National Register of Historic Places has confirmed that Building 156 at Randolph Air Force Base is eligible for listing in the National Register. During a recent visit to Randolph by the Texas Historical Commission, the Commission found evidence that their suggestions for renovated work on Building 156 were not followed and the structure no longer retains its historic appearance. This letter is part of a group of correspondence and supportive documentation concerning Building...
Letter from Stanley Graves to Phillip Smith, Fort Sam Houston National Historic Landmark District and Demolition of Historic Resources, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1998)
During the last few months the Texas Historical Commission has received several letters and held discussions with Fort Sam Houston’s staff regarding proposed demolition of historic resources at Fort Sam Houston. On April 14, a meeting was convened to bring together interested parties and broaden the discourse on that topic. This letter is written by the Commission in response to Fort Sam Houston’s correspondence and recent meeting.
Letter from State Historic Preservation Office Concerning Historic Preservation Restrictions Pertaining to Certain Historic Housing Facilities Located at Scott Air Force Base (2005)
Letter from State Historic Preservation Office concerning Historic Preservation restrictions pertaining to one hundred eight (108) historic military housing units located at Scott Air Force Base.
Letter from State Historic Preservation Office Concerning the NCO Brick Housing Renovation on Scott Air Force Base (1991)
Correspondence from Illinois State Historic Preservation Office to Scott Air Force Base stating a determination of adverse effects from the demolition of the existing one story side porches on the NCO quarters and two story additions to replace them.
Letter from State Historic Preservation Office Concerning the Underground Storage Tank Removal and Replacement at Scott Air Force Base (1992)
Correspondence from State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) to Scott Air Force Base stating a determination of no adverse effects from the proposed underground storage tank removal and replacement.
Letter from State Historic Preservation Office to the Directorate of Engineering and Housing, ARMY, Camp Bullis Historic Structures Evaluation, Bexar County, Texas (1991)
This letter, by the State Historic Preservation Office, in review of Federal Undertaking under the National Historic Preservation Act, was written to inform both the Texas Historical Commission and the Directorate of Engineering and Housing at Fort Sam Houston, of the two possible scenarios for obtaining determinations of eligibility for the buildings, sites and structures at Camp Bullis.
Letter from Tad Stanley to Curtis Tunnell, Proposal for Handicapped Access Chapel 1 Building 102, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas (1989)
A detailed proposal sent to the Texas Historical Commission to request approval for handicapped access to Building 102, the Main Chapel, at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. This letter is part of a large packet of correspondence addressing the proposed undertaking to grant handicapped access to Building 102, Main Chapel or Chapel 1, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. Included in the packet are letters and notes.
Letter from Tere Kinsey to Ken Moore, Preservation Brief 13: The Repair and Thermal Upgrading of Historic Steel Windows, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1990)
Correspondence between the Texas Historical Commission and Fort Sam Houston regarding the upgrade and repair of historic steel windows at the old Brook Army Medical Center. Carbon copied to this letter is Curtis Tunnell, State Historic Preservation Officer.
Letter from Tere Kinsey to Larry Taylor, Building 72 and Environs, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
First letter of correspondence to begin coordination of project involving Building 372 at Fort Sam Houston National Historic Landmark.
Letter from Teresa Kinsey to John Brenneman, Siting of Recreational Equipment Building Form 1027, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1993)
This letter supplies a signed Form 1027 for the siting of a recreational equipment building near the National Historic Conservation District. The Commission concurs with Fort Sam Houston's determination of "no adverse effect" along with specific terms of agreement.
Letter from Teresa Kinsey to Ken Moore, Folois House Restoration, Buildings 617 and 688 Chimney Repair Information, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
A letter providing sources for cast iron Victorian era mantels to replace the one missing in one of the Officers guest rooms. Also included are suggestions for chimney liners for when the chimneys at Buildings 617 and 688 are repaired.
Letter from Teresa Kinsey to Michael Hilger, Fort Sam Houston Projects and Future Plans, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1990)
Correspondence discussing verbal agreements of projects and future plans at Fort Sam Houston. Carbon copied to the letter is Richard Strimel, Chief, Environmental Management Office.
Letter from Teresa Kinsey to Paul Ray, Meeting on Building 372, 371, 330, and Patch-Chaffee Housing, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1992)
This letter is a follow-up to a meeting discussing the future projects affecting Buildings 372, 371, 330, the Patch-Chaffee housing, and their surrounding environs. Carbon copied to this letter is Michael Hilger (Base Historical Architect), Larry Taylor (AAFES), Al Smith (HQ/DeCA), Claudia Nissley (Advisory Council on Historic Preservation), Inell Schooler (San Antonio Conservation Society), Pat Osborne (San Antonio Historic Preservation Office), and Joan Gaither (Society for the Preservation...
Letter from Teresa Kinsey to Scott Southwell, Fort Sam Houston National Historic Landmark District Marker, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1993)
After a discussion regarding the revised cost estimate for a new National Historic Landmark District marker for Fort Sam Houston, the Texas Historical Commission drafted this letter to document the order placed for the marker. The plaque will commemorate the development of the Infantry Post area of the installation. Carbon copied to this correspondence is T.E. Fehrenbach, Demetrio Jimenez, and Mike Hilger.