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else, and we have absolutely have asked for this, it is a big issue as Kara can tell that has come before me over and over again because we've had disruptions. But then I think we look at the Standard for the districts and if Ed's got the light at the right color — I've seen his light, it looks pretty darn good — but the one thing I do see is that there are some in the neighborhood that are really blue and some that are really orange. But the ones that are up now — the incandescents are very dim. Different lights, they lose their lumens over time. I like the fact that we are doing LED right now, whatever works with the wiring, because then we have the versatility. Then everyone knows you can play with LEDs, get the right color that we need. And is lower, cheaper, safer for the city, meaning lower voltage. I ask that you support this and pass it. Commission Fisher made a motion that we approve this application with the stipulation that it does not include an approval or specify a lamp type so that it is understood that we would like to see that examined and would like to see further discussion. Seconded by Commissioner Molnar. Three in favor, two opposed. Vote: 3 — 2 Motion to approve COA#2018-0627C is passed. COA #2018-0627C is approved. 4. 108 N Main COA# 2018-0628 #8915-1998 Local Landmark Representation: Sean Dennison, 3601 West Lathrop STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: July 9, 2018 Application Number: 2018-0628 Property Location: 108 N Main Street Arcbitectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Neo-Classical/1910/Solon Beman and H.G. Christman, builder Property Owner: JMS Development, LLC Landmark or District Designation: Local Historic Landmark, ordinance # 8915-1998 Rating: Outstanding DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: John Mohler Studebaker built this eight story Neo -Classical style office structure in 1910. The fagade is comprised of six bays to the west and three to the south and is covered with white terra cotta classical detailing. It is also clearly divided into three registers that are separated by strong projecting and intervening cornices. The bottom of each cornice is punctuated by volutes and honeysuckle designs placed between each bay. The middle of the structure is articulated with a three bay system, which continues to the second intervening cornice, once again embellished with classical detailing. The top floor is further distinguished by the use of arched bays, which are topped by elaborate egg and dart molding. The overall decorative detail of the structure tends to reflect the impact of the Colombian Exposition of which the architect, Solon S. Beman, was a major participant. However, the frank expression of the steel frame links the building to the Chicago School of skyscraper construction. The building has a flat roof with robust projecting cornices that have egg and dart molding and decorated voluted brackets. The windows are 1/1 double hung with simple decorated spandrels, except for the eighth floor, which has round even spans and cartouche keystones. • ALTERATIONS: COA 2016-0705A approved replacement of the non -original storefronts at ground floor with new aluminum windows and sill flashing and 7 door openings with standard hardware. Vinyl/aluminum windows have been replaced with an historically appropriate Quaker style aluminum that restored all full original window openings, including arched heads. Further • approvals with COA 2016-0705A include: awnings, in-kind; close up windows behind elevator core; masonry restoration, in- kind; remove skylights; install stair tower and trash chute near center of north fagade, all finished in EIFS. COA 2016-0801A approved removal of "JMS Building" sign on the north facade (although sign will remain installed to reflect the historic name 10