Here in Lacombe, a lot of new development is going on. Various projects for new homes, buildings, and facilities are currently underway.
While the construction and demolitions continue, a certain building is preparing to defy all of that.
Constructed in 1920, the Fraser-MacDonald building in downtown Lacombe has begun the process of becoming yet another Municipal Historic Resource for the town.
What does it mean for a building to become a Historic Resource?
Staff Administrator for the Historic Resource Committee, Jennifer Kirchner explains.
"When a building is designated, it's essentially the community's way of acknowledging its importance as part of our community history and culture...it means that building will be and continue to be a permanent fixture."
Additionally, Kirchner says that owners of a Historic Resource can apply for small grants from the city for renovations and upkeep.
Upon being asked about the conditions a building must meet to achieve the status, Kirchner explained that it's not just being old.
"It all depends on the age of the building, the type of architecture, and sometimes it's the story that makes a building important to the community."
Within the building is a large wall safe, fireplace, a pressed tin ceiling, and a map of trans-Canada airline routes, all of which have been preserved from the original construction.
Upon third reading of the designation bylaw, the Fraser MacDonald Building will be designated as a Municipal Resource.
The current list of Lacombe's Municipal Historic Resources:
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