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Brzezinski said "no." Mike Balmer interrupted and said "yeah." Although they were unable to substantiate their status, at that time. I informed the men that they were performing work in the Chapin Park Local Historic District. That the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County must approve work that changes exterior features. I also mentioned that "if' the project had not been reported to the HPC, it "would be" a violation of the ordinance. I told the men that I am compelled to report this activity to the HPC. The Building Department would also learn about it. I admitted that I could not tell them how to proceed (full open -air access to the basement level, destroyed original windows and new glass -block units ready for installation), but it would be in their best interest to obtain the necessary permits right away. I provided them with my card and indicated the HPC staff address and telephone number. 8/13/07 Attended Marquette Primary Center Open House to hear Dr. Zimmerman, Superintendent SBCSC address the congregation on the building's status with regard to the Local Landmark designation procedure or consequences from a successful public bond issue remonstrance process. Dr. Zimmerman apologized for the hot summer temperatures in the auditorium and promised that water would be available for the children during this time, now that they were in session. He went on to advise the public that both landmarking and the remonstrance would ultimately prevent planned improvements for the building — improvements realized from a new facility. And that the current bond issue ONLY supported a new Marquette facility — NOT a rehabbed building. Since Local Landmark status would also prevent demolition of the current structure it would most likely halt the plan. It was inferred that there would be no other improvements suggested, if the current construction plan was derailed. It spoke directly against Landmark protection. Finally, Dr. Zimmerman outlined the public process and solicited the audience' support to achieve it's goals.