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Aug 22, 2026

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Heritage board advances preservation plans

Published Aug 22, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 13, 2026

Historic Home Added to Recognition Program

The board voted 3-0 to accept 308 2nd Avenue NW into Buffalo’s Century Homes Recognition Program. It also voted 3-0 to ratify the 106 Group’s bid to evaluate the Buffalo Lake Scenic Overlook for possible National Register eligibility.

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Briefing

Jun 8, 2026

Board Recommends TIF Assistance for Downtown Project

The board voted 4-0 to recommend approval of tax-increment financing assistance for 111 Division Street E, conditioned on adding a contrasting historic-palette color to the street-facing design. The application will next go to the Planning Commission and City Council for review.

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Briefing

May 11, 2026

Board Advances First Historic District Nomination

The board approved the nomination of the 4th Avenue NW Heritage District as Buffalo’s first historic district by a 4-0-1 vote. The nomination is scheduled for Planning Commission review on June 8 and is expected to go to the City Council for formal adoption on June 15.

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Briefing

Apr 13, 2026

Board Approves Conditional Scenic Overlook Assessment

The board unanimously approved a $19,950 structural and historical assessment of the Buffalo Lake Scenic Overlook wall, but only if a Minnesota Historical Society Legacy Grant covers the full cost; no City action will occur without that funding.

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Briefing

Mar 9, 2026

Heritage district nomination delayed

The board voted 5-0 to table the proposed 4th Avenue NW Heritage District nomination until April. The public hearing continues then, and no new public notices are required.

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Briefing

Feb 9, 2026

Heritage board advances preservation plans

The board established an 1856 Committee to develop ideas for future heritage activities and directed it to report back in March. Members also agreed to send revised direction for a city logo, including a more representative architectural image and accessible fonts.

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Briefing

Jan 12, 2026

Board names Buffalo Heritage Butterfly Gardens

The board unanimously named the garden space the “Buffalo Heritage Butterfly Gardens.” Members also approved 2026 officer assignments, with each election receiving a 4-0-1 vote.

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