The Chair announced plans for a Revolutionary War monument across the street from Town Cemetery where the other stone monuments are (near Children’s Chime Tower). The invitation referenced “residents and stake holders”
Peter Williams “assumed” the stake holders were “the Munsee’s.”
Each member offered the same opinion: they wished to thank the committee for their invitation but thought it more appropriate to decline as it was beyond the scope of the commission.
The cost of restoration of two buildings on the grounds of the cemetery was too high. Alternative plans, for example, replacing the roof and lentels was discussed.
Editor’s note: The goals of the Committee appear to be to create a Revolutionary War Memorial and celebrate our country’s 250th anniversary. It does not appear these meetings are public. SU will inquire and if taped request a recording. Important matters that relate to our relations with the Munsee Band of the Mohican Nation, in what form the names of those who fought will be recorded for posterity, which names and whether they will by listed by ethnicity, are being discussed as well as the all important if mundane topic of parking. The public may like to be informed and join the discussion. SU will inquire.
