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August 15, 1977 Page 7 limin aries. He had talked to W. Gaylen Allsop on this question of facade easements and has the name of a local man who could do - the He is going to set up a meeting with this gentle- man to get some input. Ms. Davisson informed the Commission that she had gotten a good deal of information on this subject from Ipswich, Massachusetts. It was not, however, called an easement but a preservation agreement. It was suggested that perhaps H.E.W. money could be obtained to do this project. Mr. Oxian said that Mr. Gaylen Allsop had told the Commission that the "scenic ease- ment law" was available and would be the basis on which to start the local fascade easement cases. These easements were passed as covenants. Ms. Davisson said that in Ipswich, each home owner was paid $1,000 for such an easement. There was a good deal of discussion on this subject. Mr. Oxian then read a letter from American Preservation which asked for names of persons doing restorative work on homes. It was decided that this periodical was looking for a mailing list and no further action was taken. He then brought up a subscription form for Preservation Action and it was announced that this was a lobby and Mr. Smith should be asked if he wanted to join. Staff Report Ms. Gilbert informed the Commission that under the chairmanship of Al Stivers, the old Union Station - now called Union Square was going to have an Art Festival on the forthcoming Labor Day weekend. A number of artists and craftsmen were interested in permanent spaces and Mr. Stivers explained that they rented for 10, 12, and 15 dollars. He elaborated on the various plans for the station and said there would be a restaurant as well as a cocktail lounge. Mr. Stivers then made a rmtion that the Commission congratulate the owners in their endeavor to succeed in the renovation of the old Union Station. Mr. Wasielewski seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. Search Committee Mr. Stivers informed the Commission that to date 26 applicants had applied for the position of Historic Preservation Planner. He said an evaluative chart had been set up for each applicant who would be rated on nine different characteristics pertaining to the job. He explained four of these could be evaluated fom the resumes. Mr. Oxian suggested another meeting be held and Mr. Stivers set it up for Wednesday, August 17, at 7:30 P.M. 7. Old Business Plaques: Mr. Ted Wasielewski said Mr. Kidder had been in touch with him and informed him that he had not yet received the plaque for his landmarked structure. Mr. Oxian informed him that he still has it,