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January 31, 1977 Page 3 regarding the increase and remarked that the budget -for' -the' Historic Preservation Commission had not had any increase in three years. Ms. Davisson remarked that the position of the Planner will have some additional duties. It was noted that the Commission was not receiving any budgetary monies from the city, and perhaps Revenue Sharing funds could be utilized. Historic Districts There was no report from this committee. Historic Landmarks Mr. Oxian remarked that part of the $5,400 grant money should be used to purchase some more plaques. He felt that by Aug-' ust or September the Commission should know how many plaques would be given out during this year. These would be for de- signations of county residences. Mr. Smith concurred in this. Mr. Oxian then made an open-ended resolution that by August - 15th, the Commission should know how many homes would be de- clared landmarks for purchase of plaques from the $5,000 - grant money and going through ;the proper channels. Mr. Roth- e ermel seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. Union Station Both Mr. Oxian and Ms. Kopezynski talked with the owner of the Union Station. It was noted that the owner was seeking -- funds from the Commission to save the building. It was fur- ther noted that the Union Station has not been declared a landmark, and the owner does not want it declared as such. - It was mentioned that the Commission could declare it a land- mark without the owner's permission. The Commission was in- formed that if it does not take a stand on this issue, the building might very well come down. It was noted that the Historic Preservation Commission does have certain powers and jurisdiction in saving buildings. South Shore This is likewise a jurisdictional action of the Commission. A discussion ensued about the powers of the Commission in this regard, relative to the saving of the passenger service on the South Shore. Mr. Oxian made a motion that the Com- mission write a letter in support of any efforts to save the passenger service. Ms. Davisson seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. Public Relations and Education Ms. Davisson reported that the had received a letter from Judy Studer, Senior Planner of the Area Plan Commission,