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C. STAFF REPORTS 1. Correspondence — Circulated. 2. Executive Director — In packet. 3. Deputy Director — In packet. Commissioner Hertel questioned Cressy & Everett request for historic district guidelines and whether any attempt has been made to provide this information to local realtors; also, landmark status of Firehouse #9. Discussion. 4. Preservation Specialist — In packet. 5. Legal — new legal counsel in attendance, Brandie Ecker, of Thorne Grodnik, LLP, will officially begin her counsel position July 18. - - -- - -D. - COMMITTEE REPORTS - --------- - - - - - — - -- -- --- 1. President —None. 2. Standards and Maintenance Committee — Chairman Hertel noted this will be covered during New Business section of meeting. V. OLD BUSINESS —None VI. NEW BUSINESS 1. Solarize South Bend — SolSmart advisor, Leah Thill, an independent contractor in the MACOG office (providing support to the city for six months) reviewed documents she prepared regarding solar use in historic districts, to improve communication and possibly change language in historic district guidelines. In preparing these documents, Ms. Thill drew on best practices for solar that have been used in other historic communities, and examples of guidelines and zoning codes from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Discussion. President Klusczinski recommended commission members take time to read documents thoroughly, review by legal counsel, and determine possible next steps. VII. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS 1. Commissioner Hertel suggested creation of a document explaining how to apply for a COA. This could become part of a packet for realtors to present to those purchasing property in historic districts. Executive Director Feasel pointed out that this information is available in the historic district guidebooks as well as on the website. The information could be edited to make it more concise. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Hertel moved to adjourn. Seconded by Commissioner Parker. Four in favor, one opposed. Vote: 4 —1. Commissioner Gordon opposed the Motion to Adjourn for questions over procedural etiquette and asked that his vote appear on the record. President Klusczinski clarified that the rules allow for a member to initiate a Motion to Adjourn before the chair calls for it. However, even if adopted by the majority, the meeting is not officially adjourned until the chair declares it so. As such, no rules were violated. Meeting adjourned at 9:34 p.m. Attest: JMc hele Gel rr an,,Secretary 't -d-1 " 17 Date 0