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September 15, 1975 Page 2 district or landmark. He demonstrated his talk by showing two maps. He also explained the significance of the Certificate of Appropriateness which would be necessary if any alterations were to be made on a structure within the Historic District. There were some questions from the visitors regarding zoning and Mr. Johnson clarified these. It was emphasized that the Historic Preservation Commission would have nothing to do with zoning or land use. Mr. Smith suggested that the Commission invite Mr. Jack Dunfee to the next meeting and have these changes in the proposed zoning ordinance incorporated at that time. Mr. Smith then thanked Mr. Johnson in behalf of the Commission for coming and giving his presentation. 5. Survey Consultant's Report Brian Crumlish of the architectural firm of Crumlish/Sporleder - summarized his findings concerning the County Survey. He stres- sed that he was very pleased with the quality of architectural structures found throughout the county. He stated that he and his associates found at least one hundred residences that could be termed "superior" and.that he. had at least seventeen file folders of structures of'historical significance. He said he is preparing a map to show the location of "superior" structures which he will make available to the public. He said the North- east section of the county has an abundance of "superior" houses. He added that his firm began a brochure on county history and a guide to architectural styles found in the county. He also outlined a paper on how to look at old buildings and evaluate them. He added that he had many color slides of the superior - structures. Mrs. Davisson asked if these could be made avail- able to the Commission and Mr. Crumlish replied that he would be willing to share them. Ms. Derbeck interjected that this survey could serve as a guide to other counties. Ms. Davisson-- stressed that the map should be made available in order to gen- erate enthusiasm in the area. The Commission was pleased with the results of the survey and discussed how this material could be used to the greatest advantage. 6. Treasurer's Report Ms. Davisson passed out copies of the current expenditures and balances for the month of September. Mr. Oxian made a motion that this report be approved as submitted. Mr. Stivers seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. Next, Ms. Davisson submitted the following bills for approval for payment: $1,250.00 to Crumlish/Sporleder for the final payment for the St. Joseph County Architectural Survey; $74.75 alsn=to Crumlish/Sporleder for five magnetic signs which were affixed to the ears engaged in the Historical Survey; $108.70.. to Rink Riverside Printers for 1,000 Flyers constituting the Annual Report; and a postage bill of $5.70 for the month of August. Mr. Oxian made a motion that these bills be approved for payment and Mr. Stivers seconded this motion. It was put to a vote and passed unanimously..