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003 3 Anderson stated that this information would be very useful to the consultant . Samford pointed out that it is not so much the building itself, but what went on inside the building . She stated that National Register nominations focus on the architecture, whereas this would not be so critical for this building . She stated that the Commission should try to get a consultant with a specialty in social history . Belk stated that in his discussion with Debbie Bevin of the State Office, it was the cultural and social significance of the building that was important . It is not an outstanding example architecturally because it has been modified to some extent, and it was rather typical of schoolhouses of the day . But the underlying importance lies in cultural and social historical aspects . Dr. Chapman asked if there were any funds for restoration of the building . Belk responded that the community will have to investigate the sources of funds . He stated that there are some limited funds available from the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources . They are ilable , and there may be other sources . Currently there is no county funding for a limited, but ava project such as this . Allison suggested that stabilizing the structure during the process is the most important thing . Once the documentation is in place, then start looking at restoration of the site , because more harm can be done than good to go in now and start putting in a new roof and new porches, etc . It would be better to stabilize it as is and get all the assessments done and then use the state and their consultant as a guide as to what should be done . When it reaches the local landmark status it is not to be changed a great deal and the same goes for the National Register Nomination . Belk stated that the Historic Preservation Office does have a Restoration Branch with a representative that would be willing to visit the site and advise on what stabilization measures should be taken . Dr . Chapman stated that the roof is in need of repair . Belk stated that he would make the call to get them in touch with the representative . Allison asked the community members to keep the Commission apprised of the condition of the building . The better the condition the building is in the faster the process will take place . Dr . Chapman asked if this had to go before the Board of County Commissioners . Belk ill contact the Board of Commissioners and let them know that responded that he and the HPC w White Oak Grove School has been selected to be studied and the Commissioners approval will be needed for actually spending the money . He stated that he would keep Dr . Chapman of the status of the project . b . 1999 Historic Preservation Fund (CLG) Grants Belk stated that the local landmarks program was funded this year and hopefully can be funded in years to come . He stated that the St . Mary ' s Road project work is underway and the draft scope of work is almost ready so that consultant selection can begin. He stated that the HPC