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Call to Order
NOTICE OF OPTION TO RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Heritage Preservation Commission and to the general public that, at this regular meeting, the Heritage Preservation Commission may vote to go into executive session, which will not be open to the public, for legal advice and discussion with the City’s attorneys for legal advice on any item listed on the following agenda, pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3).
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Chair Emily Dale called the meeting to order at 4:05 PM. |
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Roll Call
| NOTE: One or more Commission Members may be in attendance telephonically or by other technological means. |
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PRESENT:
EMILY DALE, Chair
SHELLI DEA, Vice-Chair
DUFFIE WESTHEIMER
ABBEY BUCKHAM
AMY HORN
BERNADETTE BURCHAM
ABSENT-EXCUSED
CAITLIN KELLY |
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LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Heritage Preservation Commission humbly acknowledges the ancestral homelands of this area’s Indigenous nations and original stewards. These lands, still inhabited by Native descendants, border mountains sacred to Indigenous peoples. We honor them, their legacies, their traditions, and their continued contributions. We celebrate their past, present, and future generations who will forever know this place as home. |
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Amy Horn read land acknowledgment. |
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Public Comment
At this time, any member of the public may address the Commission on any subject within their jurisdiction that is not scheduled before the Commission on that day. Due to Open Meeting Laws, the Commission cannot discuss or act on items presented during this portion of the agenda. To address the Commission on an item that is on the agenda, please wait for the Chair to call for Public Comment at the time the item is heard. |
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No public comment |
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the Minutes of the February 15, 2023 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting. |
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Moved by Duffie Westheimer, seconded by Shelli Dea to approve the minutes of the February 15 Heritage Preservation Commission meeting.
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Vote: 6 - 0 |
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PUBLIC HEARING
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Window Restoration at 3 E Aspen Grant
Address: 3 E Aspen Ave
Assessor's Parcel Number: 100-20-013
Property Owner: Mary Velasco
Applicant: Samantha DeWarf
City Staff: Sara Dechter
Approval of a Historic Facades and Signs Grant
Approve a Historic Facades and Sign Grant of $10,000 for the restoration of transom windows at 3 E Aspen Ave, with the condition that the work meet the guidelines of the National Park Services's Preservation Tech Notes Number 1: Repair and Reproduction of Prismatic Glass Transoms.
The Commission can deny the grant application or ask for additional information.
The Commission reviewed this at the February meeting and asked for an additional breakdown of the costs and work.
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Sara Dechter: Provided brief overview of project and introduced the applicant.
Samantha DeWarf (Applicant): Provided additional background about the project and the need for expert help in restoring the property's transom windows.
Duffie Westheimer: Asked about the different dollar amounts on the application form.
Samantha DeWarf: Explained that they were initially planning to restore the windows themselves but have since decided to hire an expert. The application should have the updated restoration cost.
Sara Dechter: Stated that there is an error on the preservation budget that was submitted with the application, but that the amounts on page 6 are correct.
Emily Dale: Noted that this item had been moved from a prior commission meeting and asked whether the new application meets the commission's requests for more information.
Sara Dechter: Stated that yes, the new application meets the commission's request for more information.
Duffie Westheimer: Stated that she is concerned that the owner is not involved in the application.
Sara Dechter: Noted that the property owner has signed the application.
Duffie Westheimer: Asked who would be responsible if anything happens with the current tenant.
Sara Dechter: The tenant is responsible for the completion of the work and the owner is responsible for the maintenance of the work for ten years following completion of the work.
Samantha DeWarf: Stated that she is fully aware of the responsibilities of completing the work and plans to be in this space as long as possible. Also stated a personal interest in the history of the building and excitement at being a part of restoring it.
Amy Horn: Asked the applicant what the estimated time frame would be.
Samantha DeWarf: Answered that they have estimated a timeframe of a couple of weeks but does not have a specific time frame from the person doing the work.
Amy Horn: Appreciates that the tenant is motivated.
Shelli Dea: Asked the applicant to state who is doing the work.
Samantha DeWarf: Nicole Reavis and added that she has a connection to Mark Reavis, the City's Heritage Preservation Officer.
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Moved by Duffie Westheimer, seconded by Bernadette Burcham to approve historic signs and façade grant to Samantha DeWarf and the property owner to restore the Luxor transom windows at 3 E Aspen Ave with the condition that the work meet the guidelines of the National Park Services's Preservation Tech Notes Number 1: Repair and Reproduction of Prismatic Glass Transoms.
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Vote: 6 - 0 |
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REPORTS |
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APPROVALS |
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Yogaert Facade and Sign
Permit Number(s): PZ-23-00038
Address: 3 E Aspen Ave
Type of Approval: Certificate of No Effect
Approval Date: 2/24/23
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Duffie Westheimer: Noted that she believes the cornice, which is being painted a bright color, is larger than a typical accent and is, therefore, too bright. |
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CONSULTATIONS |
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City Consultation with SHPO Staff
Downtown Historic Transportation Corridor
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Mark Reavis: Went over the State Historic Preservation Office consultation related to the downtown transportation corridor, noting that they recommended the City pull together a comprehensive historic property management plan.
Duffie Westheimer: Asked if there is a timeline anticipated for the management plan.
Mark Reavis: Clarified that this is an ongoing effort and that the City is looking to apply for money from SHPO and has also asked for an allocation of money from council to help complete it.
Duffie Westheimer: Noted that she agrees that this is an important effort. Also asked "can Mark do anything about adjusting schedules during construction so people who live downtown can still function?" Emphasizing that there are many projects that could take place in the same area (downtown) at the same time. They should be coordinated so that downtown and surrounding neighborhoods can function.
Mark Reavis: Stated that that is not within his purview, but continues to attend all meetings and advocate for residents.
Shelli Dea: Noted appreciation to Mark for being a part of it.
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El Pueblo interpretive Code Talker Site
Address: 3120 E Route 66
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Mark Reavis: Gave a brief overview of the the property and project. |
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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS TO/FROM COMMISSION MEMBERS |
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Sara Dechter: Reminded the commission members that the April meeting will return to a hybrid format and commission members can attend in person in council chambers. |
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ADJOURNMENT |
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Chair Amy Horn adjourned the meeting at 4:42 PM |