Randall, County Receives Service Award

TEXAS HISORTICAL COMMISSION HONORS RANDALL, COUNTY WITH THE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

Austin, Texas – The Texas Historical Commission (THC) recently recognized Randal, County with the 2008 Distinguished Service Award. The Honor was presented during a special reception Thursday, April 16th at the THC’s 2009 Annual Historic Preservation Conference in Lakeway.  The award recognizes county historical commissions (CHCs) that have demonstrated a dedication to several of the THC’s programs as well as preservation efforts that lead to a greater understanding of state and local history.

“The commitment of Randall, County’s preservation efforts demonstrates an enthusiasm for saving the real places of Texas,” said THC Executive Director Larry Oaks.  “Your service has helped to enrich the lives of others through history, ensuring the preservation of our state’s past into the future.”

Randall, County received their award for Markers, Oral History and involvement in Courthouse Restoration.  CHC’S are a vital link in Texas’ preservation network and few other states have built-in mechanism that makes possible a preservation organization in every county.  Some of the exemplary efforts considered for the Distinguished Service Award include advancing youth programs, overseeing historical marker applications, recording oral histories, cemetery preservation and assisting local museums. CHCs work in a dynamic and positive partnership with the THC to preserve Texas’ heritage for the use, education, enjoyment and economic benefit of present and future generations.  Other responsibilities maintained by CHCs include the preservation of countless historic buildings, artifacts, documents and other pieces of Texas history.