Since 1980 there have been efforts to create a historical preservation area west of downtown Bryan.
The idea received lots of comments before being endorsed by the Landmarks Commission in October and last month by the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z).
The Bryan City Council takes up the proposal January 8th. Approval will take a supermajority of five votes because a qualifying protest petition was submitted.
Among supporters speaking before P&Z was Ann Weaver Hart.
Comments from Ann Weaver Hart.
Another supporter was Debbie Sherman.
Comments from Debbie Sherman.
Among the opponents was Patrick Johnson.
Comments from Patrick Johnson.
Manuel Alamen Jr. criticized the promise of improving streets and sidewalks.
Comments from Manuel Alamen, Jr.
Click HERE to read the staff background provided to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Click HERE to read the minutes of the P&Z meeting on November 15, 2012.