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• comsat** *sport: The Zoning and Annexation Committee go the Common tomtit of the City of ioutYj $ant': The November 22, 1999 meeting of the Zoning and Annexation Committee was called to order by its Vice-Chairperson, Council Member Charlotte Pfeifer, at 3:50 p.m. in the Council informal meeting room. Persons in attendance included Council Members: Aranowski, Varner, Pfeifer, King, Ujdak,Kelly, Coleman and Sniadecki;John Oxian, Carol Littrell, and Kathleen Cekanski- Farrand. Council Member Pfeifer noted that the first item on the agenda was to review Bill No. 90- 99 which is a request to establish as an historic landmark the property located at 312 Donmoyer. Mr.John Oxian made the presentation. He noted that the James Monroe School represents Collegiate Gothic style and was constructed in 1931. It was extensively restored in the 1980's and received the Southhold award of restoration excellence. Council Member Aranowski inquired as to whether the school officials had been contacted. Mr. Oxian stated that notice had been sent. Council Member Varner stated he believes the request is a great idea especially since Riley High School is currently coming down. Council Member Pfeifer inquired into what type of notice was sent to the school board. Mr. Oxian stated that letters were sent advising the board and the administration of all Historic Preservation Commission and Council meetings. Following discussion, Council Member Kelly made a motion, seconded by Council Member Varner that Bill No. 90-99 be recommended favorably. The motion passed. The Committee then reviewed Bill No. 91-99 which is a request to establish as an historic landmark the property located at 302 West Washington. Mr.John Oxian made the presentation. He noted that the former First Presbyterian Church of South Bend was built in 1888 and represents Romanesque style architecture. The church's stone construction, arched windows and doors, prominent corner tower and stained glass windows are fine examples of this type of architecture. The church is currently the home of the People's Church of South Bend. The building is rated as a "13" which is the highest rating. The minister was notified of all meetings. Following discussion, Council Member Kelly made a motion, seconded by Council Member Varner that Bill No. 91-99 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed. Council Member Hosinski joined the meeting at this point. • a,