Callahan House Advisory Board, March 11, 2026

The City of Longmont Colorado's Callahan House Advisory Board met on March 11, 2026, focusing primarily on archival and preservation projects, fundraising efforts, and event planning. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of updated digitization procedures for scrapbooks, which involve scanning and creating audiovisual experiences to be made available online, ensuring ADA compliance. The board also discussed fundraising strategies for restoration and preservation projects, including personalized patron solicitation letters and the logistics of mailing versus email outreach. Budget considerations were addressed, such as the inability to allocate $2,000 for a student-led landscape design project and the costs associated with event staffing and catering. The board planned upcoming committee meetings to finalize content for a room-by-room tour booklet, with a vote to print scheduled for June 2026. Event planning for the fall tea and other community events included discussions on invitations, entertainment, and potential vendor fees to offset costs. No formal contract awards or vendor selections were made during this meeting, but several action items related to procurement and budgeting were identified for follow-up.