A statement from Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation, Inc. President Amy Peterson O’Brien addressing questions and concerns regarding the Aug. 19 meeting and CHHF’s intentions: We have been public about all of our efforts and research. That includes research on our own unique Cahaba Project History and on specific aspects of historic preservation and development. WeContinue reading “A Message about Aug. 19 Public Meeting”
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City Council discusses Cahaba Project demolition moratorium
TRUSSVILLE – The Trussville City Council on Tuesday, July 27 discussed a 120-day moratorium on home demolitions in the Cahaba Project. Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation, Inc. President Amy Peterson O’Brien spoke to the city council at its workshop July 8 and read a statement to the city council July 27 outlining why a moratorium isContinue reading “City Council discusses Cahaba Project demolition moratorium”
CHHF, Inc. Third Public Meeting (VIDEOS)
The Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation, Inc. held its third public meeting on July 20 at the Trussville Civic Center. Below are videos of our guest speakers, architect Chris Rogers and realtor Jeffrey Klinner, speaking about sense of place, historic homes and property values. The videos also include various questions and answers from the audience.
Real estate developer, historic district realtor to speak at CHHF public meeting July 20
TRUSSVILLE – The Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation, Inc. will hold its third public meeting Tuesday, July 20 at the Trussville Civic Center. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. The meeting will feature two guest speakers: Chris Rogers – registered architect in Alabama, Florida, Mississippi and Georgia who will speak on sense of place andContinue reading “Real estate developer, historic district realtor to speak at CHHF public meeting July 20”
WATCH: CHHF, Inc. holds second public meeting
The Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation, Inc. held its second public meeting June 15, 2021 at the pavilion on The Mall in Trussville. The foundation’s president, Amy Peterson O’Brien, and local architect James Sransky discussed Cahaba Project architecture, property values and the future of the historic neighborhood. In case you missed the meeting and would likeContinue reading “WATCH: CHHF, Inc. holds second public meeting”
2 Cahaba Project homes named Beautification Award winners
The Trussville Beautification Board has revealed its annual Beautification Awards, and two Cahaba Project homes (bolded below) were named winners. The board met May 17 to judge local homes and businesses to determine the winners. The 2021 Trussville Beautification Board Award winners are: Best Use of Color: Billy Morrison, 407 Rockridge Avenue Best Landscape Design:Continue reading “2 Cahaba Project homes named Beautification Award winners”
Second CHHF meeting set for June 15
The Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation, Inc. will hold its second public meeting Tuesday, June 15 at 5:30 p.m. at the pavilion on The Mall. The meeting will include guest speakers, who will speak about Cahaba Project architecture; video presentations; and discussion about the future of the historic area. Food trucks will be on site nearContinue reading “Second CHHF meeting set for June 15”
CHHF, Inc. holds first public meeting
The Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation, Inc. held its first in-person public meeting on May 22, 2021 at the pavilion on The Mall. You can watch the full meeting here:
Cahaba Project residents talk preservation
Cahaba Project residents recently spent some time talking with us about preservation efforts during the month of May, known as National Preservation Month. Check out the video below!
A Photos Project for the Cahaba Project
As I was sweeping up around my house this morning, a house that is a bit dustier than most because it is old (or at least that is my excuse), I had time for quiet reflection. When I posted last month on social media about collecting vintage home photos for my neighbors, I didn’t knowContinue reading “A Photos Project for the Cahaba Project”
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