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HomeMy Public PortalAbout20120110minutesMINUTES MEETING OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION JANUARY 10, 2012 MEMBERS PRESENT: Cathy Bordner, Chair Bill Case, Co -Chair Diane Light, Secretary Jim Chilcutt Carlos Graham Art Langston Ed Meyers Jenny Smith COUNCIL LIAISON: Ralph Bray STAFF: Ron Davenport, Planning & Protective Services Janice McMillan, Director of Planning & Protective Services GUESTS: Kyle Kittrell, Construction Manager for Habitat for Humanity Kelly Smith, Habitat for Humanity Michelle Brooks, News Tribune ATTENDANCE: 8of9 8 of 9 8 of 9 8of9 5 of 6 6of9 3 of 3 8 of 9 5of6 The Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) met Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. in the Small Conference Room, lower level of the John G. Christy Municipal Building, 320 East McCarty Street, Jefferson City, Missouri. The meeting was called to order by Cathy Bordner, Chairman. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the November 8, 2011 meeting were reviewed and a motion to approve was made by Commissioner Bill Case and seconded by Commissioner Art Langston. Motion passed with a unanimous vote. COUNCIL ISSUES Councilman Bray reported that tax issues have been on the Council's agenda; in particular, the Transform Jefferson City tax, which will be on the next ballot. There is a website to learn more about the proposed projects. The tax is felt to be good for growth and development and involves historically significant properties. There are also bills being proposed regarding downtown parking, in particular a new proposal for parking around the recently renovated Wymore Apts (intersection of McCarty and Washington) which would allow the property owner to apply for a prepaid parking permit for the occupant that would allow for 2417 parking. This would be tied to redevelopment of properties. The Council is also working on re -districting due to population shifts between the Wards. The Wards are required to be as uniform as possible at 7000 to 8000 per Ward. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City of Jefferson Historic Preservation Commission January 10, 2012 CITY ISSUES Ron Davenport has recommended that the Commission be involved in the "front end" of Cultural Assessment, Section 106 Review for properties, such that as these properties move through Melva Fast they would then pass through the Commission then to the State Historic Preservation Office. It is recommended that the Commissioners review "A Citizen's Guide To Section 106 Review." The Section 106 Review process applies to a project that involves the use of a Federal grant whereby the project might/would change a structure or neighborhood that is a part of the National Historic Register. A "Consulting Party" has an interest in the project and may give input to the project. This would be accomplished through a public hearing. Training on this process is recommended for the Commissioners as we enter this process. Mr. Davenport will inquire about securing training for the Commission. Discussion was held regarding the Conservation Districts and regulations. Janice McMillan provided us with some suggestions regarding design standards and would like for the Commission to give input to move forward so that these standards can move to the Planning & Zoning Commission. These discussions centered around the East Capitol Area and the Southside Area. The State Historic Preservation Office has a sample Historic Preservation Ordinance which contains design guidelines. We expect to hear about our application for the grant regarding the National Historic Register Neighborhood in the next one to two weeks. DEMOLITION APPLICATIONS Note: permits for 915 Harding St and 313 Ashley St have been issued (action on these properties were deferred at the last meeting). Discussion was held with the attending representatives from Habitat for Humanity to see if the Commission could be more involved in the process of historic homes that are acquired by Habitat. One suggestion was that the homes be made available for Commissioners to review prior to demolition requests. Cost of renovation versus new build was discussed as well as the expected longevity of the new builds versus a renovated historic home. Ms. Smith will take the Commission's requests to her Board of Directors. An update was given on the Clark Street Habitat for Humanity renovation. This represents the 70th build here in Jefferson City. Jude Markway is the site supervisor: floor adjustments were required, new windows have been installed, they were able to save the original stair case, there will be 4 bedrooms up and a bedroom on the main floor, the roof is completed and siding is in progress. This is Habitat for Humanity's 201h year in Jefferson City. a. 215 Vista — Motion to approve request for demolition was made by Commissioner Bill Case and seconded by Commissioner Jim Chilcutt. Motion passed with 2 "nays." b. 409 Stadium — Motion to approve request for demolition was made by Commissioner Bill Case and seconded by Commissioner Jim Chilcutt. Motion passed with a unanimous vote. c. 415/417 Marshall — Motion to approve request for demolition was made by Commissioner Bill Case and seconded by Commissioner Jim Chilcutt. Motion passed with a unanimous vote. 2 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City of Jefferson Historic Preservation Commission January 10, 2012 OLD BUSINESS Review and Revision of Historic Preservation Ordinance — There was discussion regarding how to proceed. It was suggested that time would be set aside at each meeting, identify the purpose of the ordinances, list top areas beside the purpose, and that this would be led by a facilitator. A work session was set for January 31, 2012, 6:30 p.m. NEW BUSINESS Landmark Awards — Commissioner Bordner will send thoughts for the next meeting in February. DATES TO REMEMBER The next meeting would fall on Valentine's Day. The Commission voted to reschedule the meeting to February 21, 2012. With no further business, the meeting adjoumed at 8:27 p.m. S bmitted by, Diane Light, Secretary 3