Just for the information of the list, I did forward Jerry's message to a
gentleman that has had experience in obtaining grants related to the
Milwaukee Road's New Glarus, Wisconsin depot, and he has replied to Jerry.
Let's hope that we can get the process of saving this depot from demolition
started.
Ed Pavlovic
Jerry wrote:
> I have heard locally that the depot in Oregon IL, just 6 miles from me,
> is in danger of being torn down. The city of Oregon 4500 pop. owns the
> depot and has been using it for storage. The tile roof is leaking in
> the vallies and is in need of repairs quickly to stablize the structure.
> At the present time the building is in fair shape and could be restored.
> The problem as I see it is the city fathers have no money or intrest in
> the project now that they own it. Does anyone have any ideas?? or know
> of any state or federal grants?? I'm looking for ideas to save this
> beautiful structure from the wrecking ball. If you have any ideas
> please email me at jerstauf@e... I would be very grateful for
> any help in saving this depot before it's too late.
>
> Thanks, Jerry
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