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February 18, 1980 Page 4 Environmental Impact Statement (cont.) at 322 West Washington Street. A second level bridge will connect the two houses, with some other minor renovations, including a new fire stair. The State Fire Marshall has given his approval, and the local Fire Marshall requested the opinion of the Historic Preservation Commission on the impact of the project on the historic district. Mr. Stamper read the letter given to Don Sporleder and the Fire Marshall, which was approved by the Executive Committee of the Commission (appendix 2) Mr. Oxian stated the Commission could have had more input into the matter had the Commission designated the Markmakers houses historic landmarks two years ago, when the owner dicussed it with him. 7. Old Business Mr. Stamper read into the record a letter dated February 11, 1980, from the Community Development Department, which rejected the Commission's Monroe/Sample application. 8. New Business Mrs. Price requested that the Commission purchase the book, South Bend World Famed. Mr. Nimtz moved for purchase of the publication, se-onded by Mr. Oxian. The motion carried. 9. Announcements and Miscellaneous Matters Mrs. Price announced again the Indiana Governor's Conference on Downtown Revitalization. 10. Hearing of Visitors Ms. Barbara Shankerman made a presentation to the Commission on the fate of the Odd Fellows Building. Due to the vast number of petitions that have been signed, she urged the Commission proceed with the seeking of historic status for the Odd Fellows Building. Mr. Oxian stated we must give a clear direction to Mr. Stamper in regards to the Odd Fellows Building, when going to Indianapolis. 11. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m.