The Beautification and Preservation Committee focuses on efforts to move MUF forward by beautifying and preserving our building and grounds, except for the Memorial Garden .
We also review/authorize all requests to change painting, decoration and aesthetics.
We do not have responsibility or authority for ongoing maintenance and repair issues; those are handled by the Administrator and the Building Manager.
Each year we usually conduct several small projects, one large project and at least two cleanup days (in November and April). For example:
- 2007: installed a new stone patio outside of the East door of the Meeting Room;
- 2008: restored the wall by the main entrance gate;
- 2009: purchased and installed a new signpost along Columbia Turnpike; and
- 2010: plan to clean and restore the ‘Atlas’ statue in the Great Hall.
We also review/authorize all requests to change painting, decoration and aesthetics and issue an annual ‘State of The Estate’ report on the condition of the building and grounds to MUF’s Board of Trustees.
We do not have responsibility or authority for ongoing maintenance and repair issues; those are handled by the Administrator and the Building Manager.
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Beautification and Preservation Committee
Mission Statement
“The mission of the Beautification and Preservation Committee is to:
- Steward the beautification and preservation of, and our capital investment in, our buildings and grounds for the benefit and enjoyment of our general membership, our local community and those who use our buildings and grounds.
- Demonstrate leadership by:
- The visibility of our achievements,
- The ongoing good structure, function and appearance of our buildings and grounds, and
- The success and effectiveness of our planning, interaction with others, and active personal efforts.
- Maintain an active membership with a sufficient number of members and talents to be successful in the first two elements of this mission.”
Adopted, August 6, 2005
Committee Name
Changed committee name from “Buildings and Grounds” to “Beautification and Preservation”
- To clarify to others our primary mission.
- To remove the long-standing overlap between the committee and the Building Manager.
Scope of Activities
- Main building, garage, and grounds, excluding the Memorial Garden
- To include:
- Beautification, including interior/exterior aesthetics, exterior signs and interior decoration, painting and furnishing.
- Preservation, with participation and assistance from Administrator, Bldg. Mgr. and/or others.
- Development and maintenance of the 5-year Capital Plan, in conjunction with the Strategic Planning Task Force, Finance Committee and others.
Others wishing to conduct activity within the scope indicated above MUST have activity reviewed and authorized by the committee before doing so (review procedure to be developed as/if deemed necessary).
- Not to include:
- Routine repair/maintenance,
- Building use guidelines/policies, and
- Building rental coordination, rental and contracts.
Click here to view the complete version of the committee’s full charter (PDF format).