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6/6/07 • 3:45 PM: During Wayne's absence, I investigated 319 N. William when a dumpster and pallet of Ishingles was seen on the property. I took several photographs to document the structure's condition, and met with the Building Department to report lack of permit and C of A. 6/7/07 • Met with Suzanne Wilson for a summary of the Portage -Prairie Township Tour. Suzanne asked for the HPC's endorsement of the event through publicity channels and for other creative ideas. I shared some thoughts and passed along her request to meet with staff. 6/8/07 • 11:00 AM: 412 LaMonte Terrace. Discovered an exterior installation of a radon remediation device - without a C of A. After speaking with the contractor and the head office in Wisconsin, it was revealed that the project cost was $749. As this figure exceeded $500, I suggested that a Building permit might also be required for the project. I supplied the contractor with HPC and Building Dept. contact information. Contractor and installer agreed to apply for all necessary certificates. Catherine reported that the contractor obtained a C of A, later that day. 6/11/07 • 3:50 PM: Joined Catherine Hostetler at the South Bend Common Council Zoning & Annexation Committee meeting, to provide an update on Marquette Primary Center as a candidate for Local Landmark designation. We presented a brief synopsis of the structure's historic, economic and cultural qualities — linked as community assets and completely worthy of preservation. The Committee was asked to extend a full invitation to the Council for a tour of comparative SBCSC facilities. Bill Latoza (BauerLatoza Studio) offered to host. An exact date will be set, after all responses are received. 2. Southhold Awards Breakfast — Director Hostetler A final cost summary was distributed to Commissioners. Per the report, the 2007 Southhold Awards involved an expense of $1649.86. A brief conversation ensued about changing the event to a luncheon, incorporating it into RestoreMichiana, including other organizations such as DTSB, etc in pursuit of reducing costs and/or generating revenue. IV. OLD BUSINESS V. NEW BUSINESS A conversation took place, initiated by Secretary Zeiger, regarding the suggestion that the HPC adopt the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation as the standards for at least our city and county landmarks. AD Herdman made the suggestion due to the vague nature of the existing "Group B" standards. Counsel is now reviewing the SOI standards vis a vis the Group B standards that all landmark owners are asked to agree to upon landmarking. VI. HEARING OF VISITORS Don Sporleder was recognized and reminded Commissioners of various anniversaries: Hoosier Pathways Rails to Trails, AIA 150, the Indianapolis Hiking Club's 5&, and Michiana Watershed's 50`s coming up in October. Additionally, Mr. Sporleder challenged all those present to hike or bike 150 miles this summer in celebration of the AIA's 150' anniversary. ADJOURNMENT 8:46pm Moved: Zeiger Second: Hostetler 13