Draper commission finalizes plan for Little Waker plaque ceremony on Oct. 10

The Draper Historic Preservation Commission met in a special session to coordinate the Little Waker plaque ceremony, confirming the event for Oct. 10 with a 10:00 a.m. start. The Chair opened the meeting saying, "Welcome, everyone, to the special edition meeting of the Draper Historic Preservation Commission to talk about the widowmaker event that will be held" and the group settled on the plaque ceremony as the agenda focus.

Commissioners agreed on a short run of show: Jason Wiggins will open, hand to the mayor for remarks, then return to introduce family speakers (likely Mel Junior, with Mel Senior possibly speaking), and close with directions to memorabilia and motorcycle displays. Organizers committed to having the site set up by 9:00 a.m. and noted the Kimbells were expected to arrive at 9:30 a.m. The commission also identified tasks to be completed before the event, including finalizing speaking points, confirming family participants and fire marshal approvals, and arranging teardown assistance.