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surprised at how many alterations had taken place over the <br />last few years. She stated that a Landmark in that area was <br />very important but that the staff was correct in recommending <br />against a Landmark designation at this time. <br />Mrs. Skowronek reiterated the fact that the alterations were <br />done by previous owners. <br />Discussion followed concerning the alterations. <br />Mr. Oxian stated that it has been the practice of the HPC in <br />the past to make such a house a Landmark by Resolution. Such <br />Landmarks honor the house but do not place restrictions on <br />the owners. He emphasized that this would allow the owners to <br />reapply for Landmark status after the house has been further <br />refurbished. <br />Discussion continued concerning the types of changes needed <br />to restore the historic integrity of the house. <br />Mrs. Sporleder asked about the surrounding neighborhood's <br />significance and environment. Mrs. Choitz and Mr. Oxian <br />described the surrounding environment and building types. <br />Mr. Herendeen asked for clarification of the Landmark by <br />Resolution designation. <br />Mr. Herendeen moved to approval the designation of 1606 West <br />Ewing Avenue as a Landmark by Resolution. Mrs. Sporleder <br />seconded the motion. <br />No further discussion. <br />Motion approved unanimouslv. <br />2. James Madison School -- Second Reading <br />Mr. Holycross read from the staff report submitted to the <br />HPC. He highlighted the history and architectural <br />significance of the structure and recommended that the HPC <br />approve and send on to the Common Council a recommendation <br />for Local Historic Landmark designation by ordinance. <br />Rolland Ferrand spoke on behalf of the South Bend School <br />Corporation in opposition to the designation. His remarks <br />included: the school might become overcrowded and need to be <br />replaced or expanded; the designation would limit potential <br />use of the site including expansion or possible demolition to <br />make room for a bigger structure; Madison is currently at <br />maximum capacity; one grade is housed in another facility. He <br />further stated that the SBSC was in the process of hiring an <br />architectural firm to do a feasibility study for the <br />structure. <br />Mrs. Sporleder asked Mr. Ferrand for the current population <br />3 <br />