Historic Committee members

• Jim Kichas, chair
• Ken Verdoia, vice chair
• Carol Woodside, secretary
• Gayle Conger 
• Beverly Beckstead
• Jerry Christensen
• Jessica Despain
• Don Cannon 
• Bruce Lubeck
• Mark Lentz
• Ellen Birrell, city council liaison

Who are we?

Cottonwood Heights has established a historic committee that serves to identify, preserve, and enhance the buildings, artifacts, documents, and stories that inform our community’s collective history.

What do we do?

The committee can have up to 11 members meets monthly to plan initiatives that highlight the unique history of our “city between the canyons.” Past efforts include:

• Gathering recorded information about historical sites
• Overseeing the creation of historic trail markers
• Guiding the publication of City Between the Canyons: A History of Cottonwood Heights, 1849-1953 by Allen D. Roberts

The committee also takes an active role at Butlerville Days by creating and staffing a rotating exhibit at the event.

Members serve staggered three-year terms and must have a demonstrated interest, competence or knowledge in history or historic preservation. To the extent possible, at least two of the members are professionals from the disciplines of history, archaeology, planning, architecture or architectural history.

How can I help?

Do you have an interest in preserving the history of our city and sharing it with our fellow citizens? Are you looking for a fun and interesting way to provide service to our community? If so, we need your talents, enthusiasm, and willingness to serve and make a difference on the Cottonwood Heights Historic Committee!

How do I apply?

Fill out an application. We look forward to making history with you on the committee!