Callahan House Advisory Board Meeting, July 8, 2026 Full Meeting

The City of Longmont Colorado's Callahan House Advisory Board held a meeting on July 8, 2026, focusing primarily on ongoing preservation and community engagement projects related to the historic Callahan House. Key procurement-related discussions included a proposed appropriation of approximately $1,500 from the House Fund to contract a vendor for digitizing and scanning seven or eight scrapbooks, with the board considering a phased approach starting with one scrapbook as a test case. The board also discussed vendor selection for restoration work, including a contractor named Timber Tostey for sconce repairs and fountain resurfacing, with quotes being sought for the latter. Additionally, the board planned printing of a new tour booklet, aiming for a cost not exceeding $10 per copy, with vendor meetings scheduled to finalize printing details. Fundraising and event planning were addressed, including participation in chamber events and the upcoming Club Affair and Art Walk, with discussions on merchandise sales and event logistics. The board also deliberated on its governance structure in response to city council feedback, ultimately voting to maintain its current operational procedures and bylaws while expanding volunteer involvement. No formal motions related to new contracts beyond the appropriation for digitizing scrapbooks were recorded, but the board emphasized ongoing vendor engagement and budget planning for preservation and outreach activities.