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FILE - In this June 8, 2008 file photo, the Texas governor's mansion is shown in Austin, Texas, after a fire swept through it earlier in the morning. While Gov. Rick Perry is criticizing Washington bailouts, state lawmakers are planning to use $11 million in federal stimulus money to help rebuild the badly burned Texas Governor's Mansion. (AP Photo/Harry Cabluck, File)
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Renovation of Texas Governor's Mansion challenged
January 05, 2010 2:57 PM
AUSTIN (AP) — Heritage Society of Austin members are objecting to renovation proposals for the Texas Governor's Mansion.
Society president Mandy Dealey and others told the State Preservation Board on Tuesday they are troubled by plans to build an addition to the mansion. The historic home across from the Capitol is being redone following a June 2008 fire.
Gov. Rick Perry leads the preservation board but says he's staying out of the argument.
The Austin American-Statesman reported that 10 former members of the Texas Historical Commission are objecting to the proposed addition to the mansion. The commission must issue a permit for any addition.
Supporters of the renovation plan say the mansion needs more space and safety upgrades.
