THE CITY OF BOTHELL'S LANDMARK PRESERVATION BOARD CELEBRATES PRESERVATION MONTH 2012

Citizens in Bothell, Washington will join residents of thousands of other communities across the country to celebrate national Preservation Month this May. Since the National Trust for Historic Preservation created Preservation Week in 1971 to spotlight grassroots preservation efforts in America, it has grown into an annual celebration observed for a full month with a variety of events. In Bothell, Washington, Preservation Month will be observed on Saturday, May 19 when the City’s Landmark Preservation Board members will participate in “Sustainamania” to highlight the close connection between historic preservation and the green building movement, also known as sustainability. From 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Landmark Board members will staff their Sustainamania booth positioned beside two designated City landmarks in Centennial Park: the 1902 North Creek School and the 1929 Model A Ford Fire Engine. Historic Preservation and sustainable design come together in an opportunity to encourage building preservation and reuse by improving the performance of older and historic buildings. The Bothell Landmark Board operates with the concept that historic buildings are inherently sustainable because preservation maximizes the use of existing materials and infrastructure, reduced waste, and preserves historic character. Bothell’s Landmark Preservation Board is comprised of seven residents appointed by City Council who are responsible for identifying and actively encouraging the conservation of the City’s historic landmarks. They serve as the City’s primary resource in matters of history, historic planning, and preservation. In Bothell and elsewhere, historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth, creating jobs, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride, and maintaining community character while enhancing livability. The Bothell Landmark Preservation Board encourages everyone to learn more about Bothell architecture, parks, and neighborhoods by becoming a tourist in your own city. By participating, you are acknowledging that saving our heritage isn’t someone else’s job. Ensure that our nation’s treasures will be protected for future generations and spread the word this May by celebrating Preservation Month. Learn more about Bothell’s heritage here, and learn more about national Preservation Month here.