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Addendum to letter addressing space needs of the Roseville Historical Society. The intent of this addendum is strictly meant as a snapshot of what some of the other local historical societies receive in the way of space and funding from their communities. Little Canada Historical Society Operates in a new, approximately 2000 sq ft addition onto city hall. The addition was primarily funded with city funds. The historical society is currently paying back the city primarily through nights of charitable gambling. The city currently pays all utilities. Maplewood Area Historical Society The Society operates the Bruentrup Farm, which is owned by the City of Maplewood. The first floor, barn and outbuildings are open with displays. North St. Paul Historical Society The Society operates a small museum, which was built back in 1987 for approximately $130,000.00. These funds were raised mostly with grants, donations from local organizations and fundraising. They receive an approximately $3,000.00 a year stipend from the City of North St. Paul to help cover operating expenses. The Society is in much need of more space; the city has tentatively offered to give them extra space in the old fire hall if a new bond referendum is passed to build a new one. White Bear Lake Area Historical Society The WBLAHS has been sole occupants of the old White Bear Depot for the last 1.5 years, which is owned by the City of White Bear Lake. Shoreview Historical Society • The City of Shoreview currently supplies the Shoreview Historical Society with free meeting space in its community center, pays the cost of a climate controlled 12 x 20 storage space for their artifacts (estimated value $3,000.00 per year). The City also was instrumental in procuring the financing for the purchase of the Art Larson homestead, which is currently being renovated to original condition. The society will be able to display artifacts as well as hold functions and tours at the site once it is completed. New Brighton Historical Society • The New Brighton Historical Society operates a train depot museum. The old New Brighton depot and caboose were donated to them. The site on which it sits is Ramsey County park property. Last year they were given approximately a $1,000.00 stipend from the city to help pay utility costs.