HomeMy Public PortalAbout2020-12-08 minutesCity of Jefferson Historic Preservation Commission Minutes
Regular Meeting – Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Virtual WebEx Meeting
Commission Members Present Attendance Record
Mary Schantz, Chairperson 11 of 12
Alan Wheat 11 of 12
Tiffany Patterson 8 of 9
Gail Jones 10 of 12
Brad Schaefer 10 of 12
Michael Berendzen 8 of 12
Gregory Bemboom 10 of 12
Donna Deetz, Vice Chairperson 10 of 12
Commission Members Absent Attendance Record
Steven Hoffman 10 of 12
Council Liaison Present
Laura Ward
Staff Present
Rachel Senzee, Neighborhood Services Supervisor
Karlie Reinkemeyer, Neighborhood Services Specialist
Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning & Protective Services
Ryan Moehlman, City Attorney
Ahnna Nanoski, Planner
Guests Present
Paul Samson,
Missy Bonnot
Derek Eilers
Ryan Gilmore
Councilman Ron Fitzwater
Call to Order
Ms. Schantz called the meeting to order at 6:00p.m.
Adoption of Agenda
Mr. Berendzen moved and Ms. Patterson seconded to adopt the agenda as amended. The
motion passed unanimously.
Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes
Mr. Berendzen moved and Ms. Jones seconded to approve the minutes from the November 10,
2020 Regular Meeting as written. The motion passed unanimously.
Demolition Clearance (Over 100 Years Old)- 165 Militia Drive
Ms. Senzee read the format of the public hearing and order of testimony. Ms. Senzee provided
the staff report giving the overview of the property under consideration. Ms. Senzee explained
that 165 Militia Drive is historically known as the Vanderfeltz Farm. The property underwent a
Section 106 Review and the State Historic Preservation Office has a report on it. Ms. Senzee
explained that the demolition application is for the residential structure and the remaining
farmstead structures on the property. The demolition will provide for a business park to be
developed. Ms. Senzee explained that the property is not on the National Register, but is
eligible due to the significant character and qualities. However, there is no adaptive reuse
potential and the property would better serve as a business park.
Ms. Senzee explained that the property does hold historical significance but it no longer
functions of the same premise of which its integrity was originally established and no feasible
adaptive reuse is foreseeable and most of the architectural features that originally made the
property significant have been removed by the family.
Ms. Senzee stated that it is recommended that the commission approve the demolition with the
condition that photographs of the demolition are provided especially if log construction and/or
grout house construction is discovered during its dismantling.
Paul Samson, Central Missouri Professional Services, the agent for the Jefferson City Chamber
of Commerce. Mr. Samson explained that the Chamber of Commerce purchased the property
from the Vanderfeltz family in 2006 with the intention of developing the property as an industrial
park. The home was still occupied up until two years ago and since then the Chamber has
wanted to demolish the rest and make it more presentable for commercial development. The
Vanderfeltz family auctioned off personal belonging and barns which resulted in a log barn
taken down at that time. Mr. Samson explained that the only significant structure that remains
on the property is the home. Mr. Samson stated that the Vanderfeltz family had removed any
architecturally salvageable items including planks of the hardwood floor and floor joists resulting
in gaping holes.
Mr. Samson stated that Section 106 Review was completed due to issues with the Corps of
Engineers permitting process during the Fabick building project. The Memorandum of
Understanding was completed. Mr. Samson stated that pictures will be taken when the structure
is dismantled.
Councilwoman Ward asked if there is an existing log house within the walls of the dwelling. Mr.
Samson stated that a grout house was identified in the HABS report. Mr. Samson stated that he
does not think actual log construction is remaining within the walls of the home.
Ms. Patterson explained that the grout house is a unique type of construction and is an early
form of concrete.
Mr. Samson and Ms. Bonnot, Interim Chamber President & CEO explained that if a grout house
and/or log construction is found they would notify appropriate individuals before proceeding and
they do not want to demolish history. Ms. Bonnot reiterated that photo documentation will be
carried out.
Ms. Deetz moved and Mr. Wheat seconded that demolition clearance application be approved
with the condition that arrangements be made if a grout home/log construction is found during
dismantling. The motion passed unanimously.
Demolition Review (50-99 Years Old)- 210 E. High Street Addition
Ms. Senzee provided the staff report giving the overview of the property under consideration.
The addition was added between the years of 1975-1980. Ms. Senzee clarified that the
demolition application is for the addition on the backside of the building only. She stated that the
property owners insisted that the original structure will not be impacted by the removal of the
addition. The original structure was built in ca. 1880 and will be rehabilitated to its original state.
The property is listed in the National Registered District and is a contributing building to the
Missouri State Capitol Historic District. The property was formerly the Dallmeyer Feed Store and
a JC Penney’s.
Ms. Senzee indicated that the 1975-1980 addition has been declared dangerous. She stated
that this property came back as a life and safety issue according to the structural survey report
which was completed over the summer. The property is also in conflict with the Secretary of
Interior Standards for Additions to Historic Structures. Ms. Senzee stated that it is
recommended that the addition be demolished and the original structure be rehabilitated.
Mr. Eilers and Mr. Gilmore stated that they are leaving the original structure in place and the
back portion is the only part being demolished. Mr. Gilmore explained that the structure being
removed will provide for more parking. Mr. Eilers and Mr. Gilmore explained that rehabilitating
the structure and façade to its original state is the goal.
Mr. Berendzen moved and Mr. Wheat seconded to approve the demolition review application for
the addition. The motion passed unanimously.
New Business
A. Election of Officers
Donna Deetz stated she was interested in serving as Chair or Vice Chair and Alan Wheat stated
he was interested in serving as Vice Chair. Mr. Moehlman explained that a motion to approve
the slate by acclimation would be an acceptable way to elect the officers.
Ms. Patterson moved and Mr. Berendzen seconded to approve the slate by acclamation. The
motion passed unanimously.
Ms. Deetz was elected to Chair and Mr. Wheat elected to Vice Chair. They will take over their
responsibilities in January 2021.
Other Business
A. Historic Preservation Code Update
Ms. Senzee stated that a selective list of candidates is still being compiled to present to the
Mayor. She explained that the City Council would establish a special committee and the Mayor
would appoint the committee. Ms. Senzee stated that Ms. Deetz would be interested in
representing the Historic Preservation Commission. Art Hernandez and Holly Stitt also
expressed interest in joining the committee. Mr. Schaefer stated he is interested in representing
the Historic Preservation Commission.
Ms. Senzee stated that she plans to reach out to the Board of Realtors for their representation.
She asked the commissioners for their assistance in recommending individuals to join the
special committee. Mr. Bemboom suggested reaching out to the Homeowners Association.
B. Comprehensive Plan Feedback- JC-CP (online).pdf (revize.com)
Ahnna Nanoski provided an overview of the city’s comprehensive plan seeking input
from the commission members. She explained that a comprehensive plan is a multi-
disciplinary policy document that can be used by city leaders, developers, business
owners, and anyone looking to make decisions about how Jefferson City should be
maintained, strengthened and developed.
Ms. Nanoski explained that the process began a year ago with the first community
engagement phase, stakeholder interviews, community workshops, and an online
survey. The data gathered resulted in a draft comprehensive plan. Ms. Nanoski
explained that the final community engagement phase is in effect. Feedback from the
community is sought after to ensure the comprehensive plan is appropriate for Jefferson
City’s future.
Comments can be emailed to Ahnna Nanoksi (ananoski@jeffcitymo.org) or complete
the online survey (Review and Rate Activate Jefferson City 2040 Survey (surveymonkey.com))
Dates to Remember
A. Next Regular Meeting Date, January 12, 2020.
Adjournment
Mr. Bemboom moved and Mr. Wheat seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7: 30 p.m. The motion
passed unanimously.