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Home My WebLink About208-26 RESOLUTIONDocusign Envelope ID: 4119F2C6-911 F-8E7A-8147-A511541 E8EFD of FAY ETTF 1 i c, m o ,elm 9RKAN5 PS 113 West Mountain Street Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479) 575-8323 Resolution: 208-26 File Number: 2026-2649 A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE INSTALLATION OF A HISTORICAL MARKER RECOGNIZING THE HISTORY OF THE HENDERSON SCHOOL WHEREAS, in 2025, the Historic Black Community of Southeast Fayetteville Historic Context Statement highlighted the significance of the Henderson School as the only school in Fayetteville for Black children in the nineteenth and early twentieth century; and WHEREAS, the historic context statement outlined several recommendations for acknowledging the contributions of Fayetteville's Black residents and preserving the historic places that remain to tell their stories; and WHEREAS, at its June 18, 2026, meeting the Black Heritage Preservation Commission voted unanimously in favor of a marker acknowledging the significance of the Henderson School. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby approves the installation of a historical marker recognizing the history of the Henderson School to be installed in the public right-of-way adjacent to North Olive Street and the property at 350 North Olive Avenue that reads as follows: "In 1866 the American Missionary Association established the first public African American school in Fayetteville and named it Henderson School. Initially a wood frame building in another location, the original two room brick structure was constructed in 1870 on this site and served nearly one hundred Black students at its highest enrollment. The school provided education up to 8thgrade, after which students had to leave Fayetteville to seek higher education elsewhere. The school closed in 1936 and students were sent to the segregated Lincoln Elementary school on Willow Street. After the Henderson School closed, it was converted to a private residence." PASSED and APPROVED on September 15, 2026 Approved: wu� raww Molly Rawn, Mayor TR4�1 Attest:�:rG� FAYETTEVILLE:X= Kara Paxton, City Clerk Treasu�?k cS' ' •�:A NS• ' �� V/;i/, �ii 0iA Page 1 Docusign Envelope ID: 4119F2C6-911 F-8E7A-8147-A511541 E8EFD CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE ARKANSAS MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEMO 2026-2649 TO: Mayor Rawn and City Council THROUGH: Jennifer Walker, Chief of Staff Britin Bostick, Interim Development Services Director FROM: Kylee Cole, Long Range & Preservation Planner SUBJECT: Approval of a historical marker recognizing the Henderson School: Submitted by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE STAFF. The request is for approval of a historical marker recognizing the Henderson School. RECOMMENDATION: The Black Heritage Preservation Commission recommends approval of a new historical marker recognizing the Henderson School to be installed in the public right-of-way adjacent to N. Olive Street and the property at 350 N. Olive Avenue. BACKGROUND: The 2025 Historic Black Community of Southeast Fayetteville Historic Context Statement highlighted the significance of the Henderson School as the only school in Fayetteville for Black children in the nineteenth and early twentieth century. The Historic Context outlined several recommendations for acknowledging the contributions of Fayetteville's Black residents and preserving the historic places that remain to tell their stories. At the January 16, 2025 meeting of the Black Heritage Preservation Commission (BHPC), commissioners discussed the Henderson School's significance and options for a marker design. DISCUSSION: Over the next year, the BHPC worked on marker wording, design elements, and completed two site visits to select a location. At the June 18, 2026 BHPC meeting, commissioners unanimously voted to approve a marker that reads as follows: "In 1866 the American Missionary Association established the first public African American school in Fayetteville and named it Henderson School. Initially a wood frame building in another location, the original two room brick structure was constructed in 1870 on this site and served nearly one hundred Black students at its highest enrollment. The school provided education up to 8th grade, after which students had to leave Fayetteville to seek higher education elsewhere. The school closed in 1936 and students were sent to the segregated Lincoln Elementary school on Willow Street. After the Henderson School closed, it was converted to a private residence." At the meeting BHPC moved forward with a recommendation to the City Council, with a motion to recommend the Henderson School marker made by Commissioner Allured and seconded by Commissioner Huggins. A vote of 4-0-0 followed. The recommended marker is a 18" by 24" brushed stainless steel marker with a historic photo of the Henderson School by Woodland Manufacturing, the same company that manufactured the Nelson Mailing address: 113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov Fayetteville, AR 72701 Docusign Envelope ID: 4119F2C6-911 F-8E7A-8147-A511541 E8EFD Hackett, Nelson Orr, and West Avenue Back Forty Bar/St. John's Bar historical markers. BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT: The cost of the proposed marker is included in the 2026 Long Range Planning budget. ATTACHMENTS: 3. Staff Review Form, 4. Proof, Mockup, and Quote Mailing address: 113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov Fayetteville, AR 72701 Docusign Envelope ID: 4119F2C6-911 F-8E7A-8147-A511541 E8EFD City of Fayetteville, Arkansas 113 West Mountain Street Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479)575-8323 Legislation Text File #: 2026-2649 A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE INSTALLATION OF A HISTORICAL MARKER RECOGNIZING THE HISTORY OF THE HENDERSON SCHOOL WHEREAS, in 2025, the Historic Black Community of Southeast Fayetteville Historic Context Statement highlighted the significance of the Henderson School as the only school in Fayetteville for Black children in the nineteenth and early twentieth century; and WHEREAS, the historic context statement outlined several recommendations for acknowledging the contributions of Fayetteville's Black residents and preserving the historic places that remain to tell their stories; and WHEREAS, at its June 18, 2026, meeting the Black Heritage Preservation Commission voted unanimously in favor of a marker acknowledging the significance of the Henderson School. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby approves the installation of a historical marker recognizing the history of the Henderson School to be installed in the public right-of- way adjacent to North Olive Street and the property at 350 North Olive Avenue that reads as follows: "In 1866 the American Missionary Association established the first public African American school in Fayetteville and named it Henderson School. Initially a wood frame building in another location, the original two room brick structure was constructed in 1870 on this site and served nearly one hundred Black students at its highest enrollment. The school provided education up to 8thgrade, after which students had to leave Fayetteville to seek higher education elsewhere. The school closed in 1936 and students were sent to the segregated Lincoln Elementary school on Willow Street. After the Henderson School closed, it was converted to a private residence." Page 1 Docusign Envelope ID: 4119F2C6-911 F-8E7A-8147-A511541 E8EFD Kylee Cole Submitted By City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form 2026-2649 Item ID 9/15/2026 City Council Meeting Date - Agenda Item Only N/A for Non -Agenda Item 8/27/2026 LONG RANGE PLANNING (634) Submitted Date Division / Department Action Recommendation: The request is for approval of a historical marker recognizing the Henderson School. 1010.634.6340-5210.00 Account Number Project Number Budgeted Item? Yes Does item have a direct cost? Yes Is a Budget Adjustment attached? No Purchase Order Number: Change Order Number: Original Contract Number: Comments: Budget Impact: Total Amended Budget Expenses (Actual+Encum) Available Budget Item Cost Budget Adjustment Remaining Budget General Fund Fund Project Title $ 3,845.00 $ 12.50 5 .3,a32.50 $ 3,832.28 S 0.22 Previous Ordinance or Resolution # Approval Date: V20221130 mmQ9 DabM ID: v 99c+1 1EeE7A 7142A5 g &1gEFD \ rn / ) \ 0Q �5 �0K zO �)� ` �O 62 \/\ j� A = 0 !� j § n o� / NJ k / j § 2 R / 2 7 m Cl. \ / ( \ / e ± \ ( IP \ A o ; § § \ ) \ 7 / ; \ j \ c n q ( / z ƒ(0 £=2 \ } \ j \ < , 0 ( - \{\(\\\ \ma �\}\\\ \\�ID ID 0 \} \\ \ /! z7 9 0 \ § \ < / & / ( ( 0 \ / 77 7 Docusign Envelope ID: 4119F2C6-911 F-8E7A-8147-A511541 E8EFD Location of Proposed Henderson School Marker v �1 Z E Lafayette St L Lafayette St _ —7 4 09 417 423 425� 503 517 = Sll 350 365 444 I y > f Sutton St C � Z 342 * Approximate location within public right-of-way Docusign Envelope ID: 4119F2C6-911 F-8E7A-8147-A511541 E8EFD WVVuldnu Quote #: Q5700088205 A dba of Advanced Sign LLC 2835 E. Lanark St. Ste 100 • Meridian, ID 83642 Phone:1-800-705-4020 Fax: 208-846-9445 Customer: Britin Bostick Company: City of Fayetteville Phone: (479) 575-8233 Email: bbostick@fayetteville-ar.gov Product Engraved Stainless Steel Plaque Date: Jul 29, 2026 Valid Until: Aug 28, 2026 Quoted By: Kylynn Vanwinkle Email: sales@woodlandmanufacturing.com Production Time: 30 Business days + Shipping Shipping Via: Select at Checkout Plaque Text Henderson School Text Letter Style Helvetica Enter Text Thickness: 1/4 inch Plaque Width: 18 inch Plaque Height: 24 inch Text Color: Black Finish : Brushed Add Photo Graphics : Etched Metal Photo (up to 10" not available for polished options) ($589.60) Mounting Options : Stake Mount - Post Mount Post Mount : 6 Foot x 2 Inch (450 sq. in. plus) ($300.00) Layout Request: How do you want your plaque to look? Digital Proof will be Sent See example provided Qty_ 1 Price Subtotal $3,227.60 $3,227.60 Subtotal $3,227.60 Shipping & Handling $289.99 Tax $314.69 Grand Total $3,832.28 Thank you for giving us an opportunity to quote your project and we look forward to working with you. If you have any questions or if any of the information listed here needs to be corrected, please contact us before confirming your order. We are always happy to help. The cost of Shipping and Sales Tax, if applicable, may not be included in your quote. These additional charges will be added to your order when you Approve Quote and continue to the checkout page where you are prompted to select your shipping type. Sales Tax is calculated based on the address of the shipping location.