<div class="chunk-title">Sec. 15-1. - Purpose.</div>
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               The historical heritage of the county is a valuable and important asset. By listing
               and regulating historic districts and landmarks, and acquiring historic properties,
               the county seeks:
               
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                  (1)
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                  To safeguard the heritage of the county by preserving districts and landmarks therein
                  that embody important elements of its culture, history, architectural history, or
                  prehistory; and
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                  (2)
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                  To promote the use and conservation of such districts and landmarks for the education,
                  pleasure, and enrichment of the residents of the county and state as a whole.
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               (Ord. No. O09.01, Â§ 1, 5-18-2009)
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