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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Landmark Commission - 12/03/2009 • MINUTES LANDMARK COMMISSION MEETING RECEIVED CITY HALL - BASEMENT TRAINING ROOM DECEMBER 3, 2009 MAR 3 12010 MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. David Brown, Chairman Ms. Mary Lou Berven CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE Ms. Kris Cardona Ms.Anita Eisenhauer Ms. Marie Guajardo Ms.Susan Kesler Dr. James Klein Mr. Herb Morrison Ms. Susan Rucker Mr. Craig Thompson Ms. Bunny Tinker MEMBERS ABSENT: Ms. Kim Charba (Excused) Mr. Leo Rios (Excused) STAFF PRESENT; Mr.Andrew Dimas,City Planner Ms. Linda Williams, Recording Secretary The meeting was called to order at 4:37 p.m. by Mr. David Brown, Chairman. The roll was called and a quorum was declared. ACTION ITEMS: Approve October 22, 2009 Minutes: The October 22, 2009 minutes were approved with the following correction: Page 4,fourth paragraph: Mr.Perkes'name was corrected-• the letter"e"was added. Master Review Committee's Recommendation on Review of the Construction Plans for the Heritage Park Bond Improvements: Mr. Herb Morrison, Co-Chairman, addressed the commission. Mr. Morrison stated that in October, the Master Review Committee forwarded a letter to Mr. Pete Anaya, City Engineer that included a list of recommendations to be incorporated into the construction plans for the Heritage Park bond program. Included in the letter was a request for him to provide a written response to each recommendation. Mr. Morrison continued that even though no response had been received from Mr. Anaya, the recommendations were forwarded to the project architect. Mr. Morrison continued that upon receipt of the recommendations, Mr. Dykema agreed to the changes and they were being incorporated into the plans. Mr. Morrison further explained that this item was placed on today's agenda for the full commission to approve the Master Review Committee's recommendations and to place the "Certificate of Appropriateness" stamp on the plans. Mr. Morrison went on to say that it was his understanding that Mr.Anaya had accepted the Master Review Committee's recommendations, but staff had not been able to complete making the necessary changes onto the plans. Ms. Tinker asked Mr Morrison if he or Mr. Brown had contacted Jim Rome to see if he still had the original plans for the Lichenstein House since he was the architect for the restoration project and it was answered no. Ms. Pnker continued she was still concerned whether the windows would be replaced with the correct ones and if on addendum would be added to the plans for them to be changed out and the correct ones instorled. After further discussion,the following action was taken: IT WAS MOVED BY MS. EISENHAUER AND SECONDED BY MS. BERVEN THAT THE LANDMARK COMMISSION APPROVE PLACING THE "CERTIFICATE OF APPROPIATENESS" STAMP ON THE PLANS CONTINGENT UPON THE CHANGE ORDER BEING ADDED. MOTION PASSED. SCANNED Landmark Commission Meeting December 3.2009 Page 2 After a brief discussion regarding the changes to the windows for the Lichenstein House, the following action was made: IT WAS MOVED BY MS. TINKER AND SECONDED BY MS. RUCKER THAT THE INSTALLATION OF THE SASH WINDOWS BE ADDED TO THE CHANGE ORDER FOR THE LICHENSTEIN HOUSE AND THAT THE CURRENT WINDOWS BE CHANGED OUT. MOTION PASSED. DISCUSSION ITEMS: Status of Initiating "HC"'Designations for the Puma Stations (Power Street & Shoreline Boulevard) & Kinney Street Bridge: Mr. Andrew Dimas, Staff Liaison, addressed the commission. Mr. Dimas stated he spoke again with Ms. Goode-iMlacon regarding the•Landmark Commission's initiating the appropriate zoning applications to begin the processfor the"HC"overloy•zoning. Mr. Dimas continued that Ms. Macon still feels the commission should wait until Mr;Anaya signs off on the project for the Kinney Street Bridge. Ms. Tinker added.that the commission was going • in'the reverse on these projects. since it was approximately five years ago, that both Mr. Escobar, City Engineer at that time, and Ms. Gray, Storm Water Director, had given approval for the Landmark Commission to initiate the designations. Ms. linker continued that she did not understand Mr. Anaya's hesitancy in signing off on the project, since it was-previously done. After further discussion, Mr. Brown stated he would contact Ms,Macon. Status Of the Certificate'of Aporooriateness for Placement of Fifteen Headstones in the Old Bawiew Cemetery: Mr. Dimas-stated he had no additional Information to present on the project. Mr. Dimas continued that 'after the October meeting, he spoke with Mr. Henson and was told that the group was-still working on the site plan and they were also waiting on funding to determine how many headstonesWouldbe replaced. Mr. Dimas stated that according to Mr. Henson,.their funding request for this project had been placed on a six-month waiting list with the Veterans'Administration. After further discussion,no action.was taken, 'Status'Report of Ad Hdc"Committee for Scanning Project for Historical Survey Notebooks: Ms. Tinker stated 'she and Ms. Eisenhauer met in'the Development Services Department to review the survey notebooks to determine what needed to be done to prepare them for scanning. Ms. Tinker continued that for the time spent in reviewing the notebooks; they.were 'unable to complete review of one book. The committee wit meet again after the holidays to formulate a plan to complete the review and make sure all of the documents are in.place. Ms. Tinker continued it was. found that the format in which the notebooks were compiled; the numbered sheets were preceded by street names and that various areas of the city were given area numbers. There were several areas of town that were housed in three(3)different books. Before the notebooks can be scanned, a lot more work will have • to be done to.get them to that point. Mr. Brown'stated he would like for the committee to meet to complete its review and at such point;he saw no reason why'the binders:could not to be removed from Development Services in order to have them scanned. If. no funding was available,'the binders could be possibly taken to his office and scanned. The project was worth pursuing. Ms. Tinker added that before the scanning project is begun, more recent'pictures should be added of structures that nave been reviewed. Mr. Thompson 'stated that the City has a GIS department and he did•not understand why the finished product could not be done in-house'if needed, especially if, funding was not available. Mr. Dimas added that • department staff would not beable to do the project,not with current staff shortages and workload. Mr. Mattson stated that before the scanning project begins, the first step would be to organize.the notebooks and then make sure drive space would be available:to the Landmark Commission to house the project; which could be placed on the citys website. Mr. Morrison continued that this point, it was unclear whether the •commissionhad a we.bsite. T'ne information could be scanned as .pdf documents. Mr. Morrison went on to say that the commission needed.to bethinking ahead of time in determining what format to use.-standard photos with -document standards. Ms. Eisehhauer stated the committee. Would need at least six. months to'complete its review pf the • notebooks..After further discussion,no action was token. Status Report cn whether Spohn Park is "HC" Designated: Mr. Dimas stated that Spohn Park was on the City site survey'and the Mercado,item would be handled by the Park and Recreation Department, since it is a city park. Mr:Dimas continued that before any type of events would be held in;the pork,.the restaurant owners would • Landmork Commission Meeting December 3.2009 Page 3 have to apply for a"temporary event permit." Currently,this type of permit was issued twice a year and there would be no permanent structures constructed in the park. The equipment would have to be collapsible and portable. Ms. Tinker stated that the park was listed on the National Register and the Landmark Commission would have first line • review of whatever proposal/activity that would take place in the park before the Parks Department. Mr. Dimas stated he would contact Derek Satchell with Texas Historical Commission to get a list of local properties that are listed on the register. After a brief discussion, no action was taken. Membership Appointments: Mr, Brown stated there were three vacancies to be filled on the Landmark Commission and staff Included applications for two of the competencies for commissioners to review and consider. At a previous meeting, the commission selected three names for consideration for future appointments and ranked them in order of priority. Since that time, two of the persons selected have been appointed to other city boards. The applications sent Included a new application for consideration of a history teacher and other one was for real estate. The applicants for consideration as follows: • Dr. Mark Robbins-Historian-- Dr. Robbins is a history professor at Del Mar College; • Laura Commons-Real Estate--Ms. Commons is a realtor with ReMax Metro Properties;and • Alan Wahlstrom-Regular Member--Mr.Wahlstrom is with NAS CC Fire&Emergency Services After a brief discussion regarding the above, the commission approved submitting the names of Dr. Robbins, Ms. Commons and Mr.Wahlstrom to be appointed to the Landmark Commission. Ms. Berven gave a brief update on the first meeting of the 501C-3 Committee. Ms. Berven stated the committee held its first meeting on October 29, 2009 in the office of Mr: Greg Perkes. Ms. Berven continued that seven (7) members were present and she was happy to report that the committee had received Its 501 C-3 status as a non-profit organization, but they were still working on the certification of incorporation. Ms, Berven went on to say that they were still waiting on the FDI number. Members present were: • • Mary L. Berven, President • Susan Kesler, Treasurer • Greg Perkes • Leo Rios • Susie Rucker • Craig Thompson,Vice President and • Art Zeitler,Secretary Ms. Berven stated the committee met again with the Park and Recreation staff on October 11, 2009 and • our group felt the difference between this meeting and the first meeting with the previous director. Ms. Berven continued that park staff stated this was the first time anyone asked them what they wanted personally and the events they wanted emphasizes the "arts." They had several projects In mind. The committee was most interested in the vision plan. Ms. Berven stated the committee would like to meet with the Park Board in March, and it was hoped that the plans could be enhanced before that meeting. The committee will meet again on January 5, 2010 at 11:45 a.m. at the City Diner Restaurant. Ms. Berven stated both meetings were very productive and she just wanted to give a brief update on what had taken-place, and more details will be shared as things progress. Ms. Berven expressed thanks to those commissioners who are working on the committee, After further discussion, no action was taken. There being no further business,the meeting was adjourned at 5:40 p.m. 1(.1\52'`k VAL) bel.").(ILAAAv -„e_i• Linda Williams Andrew Dimas,City Planner Recon ing Secretary �`, Staff Liaison to Landmark Commission tH.PI.N.OMINDAMORMANDMARKWINUTESDEC 0309,MINSr Landmark Cam:mission Meering December 1.2009 Page 3 have to apply for a'temporary event permit." Currently, this type of permit was issued twice a year and there would be no permanent structures constructed in the park. The equipment would have to be collapsible and portable. Ms. linker stated that the park was listed on the National Register and the Landmark Commission would have first line review of whatever proposal/activity that would take place in the park before the Parks Department. Mr. Dimas stated he would contact Derek SatchelI with Texas Historical Commission to get a list of local properties that are listed on the register. After a brief discussion,no action was taken. Membership Apoointments: Mr. Brown stated there were three vacancies to be filled an the Landmark Commission and staff included applications for two of the competencies for commissioners to review and consider. At a previous meeting, the commission selected three names for consideration for future appointments and ranked them in order of priority. Since that time, two of the persons selected hove been appointed to other city boards. The applications sent included a new application for consideration of a history teacher and other one was for real estate. The applicants for consideration as follows: • Dr. Mark Robbins-Historian -- Dr. Robbins is a history professor at Del Mar College; • Laura Commons-Real Estate --Ms.Commons is a realtor with ReMax Metro Properties;and • Alan Wohlstrom-Regular Member-- Mr.Wohlstrom is with NAS CC Fire&Emergency Services After a brief discussion regarding the above, the commission approved submitting the names of Dr. Robbins, Ms. Commons and Mr.Wahlstrom to be appointed to the Landmark Commission. Ms. Breven gave a brief update on the first meeting of the 501 C Committee. Ms. Berven stated the committee held its first meeting on October 29, 2009 in the office of Mr. Greg Perkes. Ms. Berven continued that eight members were present and she was happy to report that the committee had received its 501C status as a non-profit organization, but they were still working on the certification of incorporation. Ms. Berven went on to say that they were still waiting on the FDI number. Members present were: • Mary L. Berven, President • David Brown, Landmark Commission Chair • Marie Guajordo • Susan Kesler, Treasurer • Greg Perkes • Leo Rios • Craig Thompson,Vice President and • Art Zeitler,Secretary Ms. Berven stated the committee met again with the Park and Recreation staff on October 11, 2009 and our group felt the difference between this meeting and the first meeting with the previous director. Ms. Berven continued that park staff stated this was the first time anyone asked them what they wanted personally and the events they wanted emphasizes the "arts." They had several projects in mind. The committee was most interested in the vision plan. Ms. Berven stated the committee would like to meet with the Pork Board in March, and it was hoped that the plans could be enhanced before that meeting. The committee will meet again on January 5, 2010 at 11:45 a.m. at the City Diner Restaurant. Ms. Berven stated both meetings were very productive and she just wanted to give a brief update on what had taken place, and more details will be shared as things progress. Ms. Berven expressed thanks to those commissioners who are working on the committee. After further discussion, no action was taken. There being no further business, 'he meeting was adjourned at 5:40 p.m. 9 tom/ L' Y!1✓ Clad Williams ' Andrew Dimas,City Planner Reck ding Secretary Staff Liaison to Landmark Commission ,l.. f:•l•hCG*CZ...r.C4.-.I?%(.Mi+l:'_3f:C73Cc::Ui51