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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 1976r HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMCSSION TOTAL BUDGET $11,425.00 Treasurer's Report March 9, 1976 1976 Line Item Budgeted Balance 319.1 Admin See'ty/Research Assistant $4,000.00 - 0 - 212 Postage 300.00 277.57 23.3 Travel Expenses 600.00 600.00 215 Books 150.00 1+5.55 241 Printing, other than office supplies 400.00 361.10 242 Publication of Legal Notices 200.00 200.00 P-43 Photography and Blue Prints 400.00 386.20 244 Stationery and Printing 125.00 122.70 252 Equipment 50.00 50.00 261 Legal Services 600.00 600.00 371 General Office Supplies 100.00 100.00 570 Dues and Subscriptions 150.00 150.00 263 Technical Assistance (Survey) 4,350.00 4,350.00 $31,1+25.00 $ 7,343.1p ii stori cres ■ ervation comm Ission of south bend and f. joseph ;, •ROOM 1123 COUNTY CITY- BUILDING _ south bend, indiana 46601 (2j9284 -9798) A' Regular Meeting s'= Tuesday ,March 9s •197' 3rdFloor. Conference``Room' - -4 _ Order - - - R011 .. Gall.. -- -Approval of.Minutes:` = i t _Treasurer's_ Report <- - COrre spondened — 6'. . Cottmittee Re �s x ' z - t _ - Budget and'Finance - - -Histroic° utri Historid" Jan _ _ dnax L .ke :Legal 1 PdbUc Relairians and Educate on Presidential Report;-;.=_ _ ; ', - port Consultant s. Re 7. old Business ;.- Communi - ty : Develcipment Funds Pl - `. aques ,Auto _Tour : Annual_ Report _ Historic ;Plan - - . $.;-New. Business �•:. - - _ t - .H ear _ing�:'of Visitors l ntS and. MisCeli sous Mat tars....:: i ,� 11: Adjournment - ' 1 historic preservation commission March 9, 1976 Page 2 this motion and it passed unanimously. Mrs. Gilbert next read a copy of a letter from Mr. Robert C. Gaede to Mr. Brian Crumlish stating that he would be pleased to return to South Bend to consult on the final stages of the County Survey. Several announcements from the National Trust and the Northern Indiana Historical Society were distributed. - Correspondence with Mr. Edward Lawrence concerning methods that are available for preserving architectural or landmark districts was likewise submitted. A letter and resume were next submitted from Elaine Wolfe who was inquiring about possible summer internships with the Com- mission. It was suggested that CETA be checked in regard to their summer work program. 6. 'Committee Reports Mr. Smith reported that there were new Committee appointments and each Commission member has already received the revised list of Committees and their current members. Budget and Finance Mr. Oxian reported that the Commission would be receiving $12,000 in Community Development Funds for a City Survey. Historic Districts Mr. Ted Wasielewski, Chairman, stressed the need for defining the objectives of this Committee and the criteria for historic districts. He stated that he would soon get.together with the members of this Committee. Historic Landmarks Mr. Oxian reported that the Gerald Kline residence was declaxed an Historical. Landmark by the Common Council. Both Mr. Rans= berger and Mr. Kidder approved the B Standards for their res- pective homes and Mr. Bauman will be sending his acceptance soon. He then stated that the Landmarks Committee was proposing three more county homes for possible Landmark designation: 13546 Brick Road, 60717 Locust Road, and 63049 Turkey Trail. All the owners have been contacted and voiced their acceptance. Mr. Oxian then made a motion that all three homes be designated as Landmarks by Ordinance under the Class B Standards designation. Mr. Stivers seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. f March 9, 1976 Page 3 Legal Committee Mr. Nimtz reported that the Commission's amendment to its ordinance is still with the Area Plan Commission. Mr. Oxian then remarked that the delay has been long enough and that the amendment should simply be taken to the Common Council. Mr. Nimtz felt it would be unwise to bypass the Area Plan Commission. In the discussion which ensued it was pointed out that Mr. Parent said that no single ordinance would be acted upon until the entire zoning ordinance is considered. Mr. Smith suggested that the Commission talk to Mr. Johnson and to Mrs. Judy Studer about this matter. Mr. Oxian made a motion -to take this ordinance out of the Area Plan Commission and submit it directly to the Common Council. Mr. Wasielewski seconded this motion. It was put to a vote and Ms. Davission, Mr. Nimtz and Mrs. Sporleder voted nay. The motion was thereby defeated. Mr. Nimtz then moved that John Oxian be authorized to hold discussion with the Area Plan Commission and the Common Council relative to the amendment proposed to the Commission's ordinance and to ascertain the feasibility or possibility of passage (of the amendment to said ordinance) and if said or - dinance is not agreeable to the Council or the Area Plan Com- mission what their desires are. Mrs. Sporleder seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. Mr. Nimtz then read a letter from J. Reid Williamson regarding tax deductions for historic homes. This includes a charitable deduction for the donation of a facade easement and then a yearly property tax deduction. Mr. Ri_nderle mentioned that the Commission would have to find out how the value of such ease- ment is determined. Mr. Smith gave examples of how the program worked elsewhere and a discussion followed on this matter. Public Relations and Community Education Ms. Davisson said she had met with Mr. Rinderle and Mrs. Gil- bert regarding some of the activities of this Committee. She mentioned that there is an -easel displaying an historic home in the lobby of the County -City building through February and March. A letter to the owners of superior homes was to be sent as a publicity measure, as well as a form letter to all realtors and brokers. These letters were read and the Commission made re- visions. Ms. Davisson also outlined plans for a package presentation to schools and teachers about historic homes. This would be set up for July, possibly for use in the Fall semester. Ms. Davisson next informed the Commission that a letter offer- ing assistance to outlying towns to conduct surveys of historic homes would be drafted and sent. It was suggested that the new Historic Commission in Elkhart be contacted. March 9, 1976 Page 4 Ms. Davisson then informed the Commission that the suggestion to keep a set of State Forms in the office is being cancelled. She next spoke about the possibility of preparing a pamphlet on the County Survey findings. TheVie was discussion on just what sort of brochure was involved. Ms. Davisson said this matter would be re- ferred to the Committee again. She also suggested that Mrs. Spor- leder should work on this Conmli.ttee. The target date for this pam- phlet would be sometime in October. Ms. Davisson then spoke about the possiblity of obtaining a summer intern for historical research. She suggested that Mr. Rinderle look into this and also contact Dr. Tom Schlereth regarding an in- tern for the Fall semester. Mr. Oxian made a motion that the Com- mission obtain the services of an intern from Notre Dame. Mrs. Sporleder seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. It was also suggested that Dr. Thomas Schlereth be contacted in re- gard to a copy of the architectural survey of Notre Dame. Ms. Davisson spoke about setting up publicity with the news media and Mr. John Oxian informed the Commission that he has the names of some individuals that can be contacted regarding this matter. Next Ms. Davisson spoke about the Auto Tour. She said the homeowners of historic homes would be contacted to determine the possibility of having their home placed on the tour map. The target date would be Historic Preservation Week in early May. Ms. Davisson made a motion r that the Auto Tour for Superior Homes be approved and that the Pub- lic Relations Committee make the decision for the designer and the printer for the map. This motion was seconded by Mr. Al Stivers.— It was put to a vote and the motion passed with Mr. John Oxian ab- staining. A discussion followed in which it was decided that the homes would be listed by addresses on:yy on the Auto Tour map. Consultant's Report Mr. Rinderle distributed a proposed form foi.the City Survey and suggested that this be used when the City Survey is undertaken. He then mentioned that Mrs. Goff has done a lengthy history of Harris township, and that the Commission should co-operate with her to make the material available. He also said that owners of a log cabin on Beech Road wanted volunteers to help restore this structure. Mr. Oxian said the Commission could inform other organizations or uni- versities about such help. Presidential Report Mr. Smith announced that he and Commission members had received a letter of resignation from Tobi Christianson. He mentioned that he and the staff had conducted some interviews and have a possible candidate for this position. March 9, 1976 Page 5 7. Old Business Community Development Funds This matter was taken up previously in the report by the Budget Committee. Plaques Mrs. Sporleder mentioned that Valpariso had some plaques on their historic homes, and perhaps these could be suitable for this - area. A discussion ensued as to whether the Penetentiary at Michi- gan City was still making markers, and it was decided to contact this source and report back. Auto Tour This matter was handled previously. Historic Plan This matter was not taken up at this time. Mrs. Sporleder reported on zoning and the proposed road changes on the inner belt. The matter of the environmental impact statement was discussed. Mr. Rinderle was instructed to call Murphy Associates regarding this statement. Mr. Oxian then spoke about the commemorative plaque on the old bridge. He said the former bridge is near the East Race and on private property. He announced he would get in touch with I & M about this matter. 8. New Business There was no new business at this time. 9. Hearing of Visitors Mr. Gerald Kline discussed the increasing deterioration of the of the Michigan Street bridge between Leeper Park and North Shore Drive. He felt something sould be done about it for it represents 75 to 76 years that are an integrel part of visual South Bend. He said the Northern Triangle and harter Heights groups had a meeting and this matter came up. Mr. Oxian said the Twyckenham bridge also needed investigation and Mr. Richardson should be contacted about these matters. Mr. Smith suggested that the Landmarks -- Commi.ttee look into it. -A discussion followed regarding protec- tive railings on this bridge. Mr. Smith then spoke about the state of the railroad station and the condemnation proceedings because iV is a potential hazard. It was stated that the Union Station was declared an Historic IIl Landmark by resolution. Mr. Smith remarked that -the Commission is concerned about the state of this railroad station and sug- gested that a letter be drafted to Mr. Morris in the Board of March' 9, 1976 Page 6 Public Safety, the President of the City Council, and to the Mayor regarding Union Station. pp Mr. Smith then addressed Mr. Pausek regarding nomination of the II Park Avenue district for the National Register. Mr. Pausek ex- plained.that his group does not now entertain the idea of his- toric designation but that there is some interest in a local district. Mr. Smith then asked Commission permission and approval to at- tend the April meeting in Indianapolis. 10. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:55 p.m. Submitted By: Russell W. Rothermel, Secretary Draft Prepared By: Gertrud C. Gilbert, Administrative Assistant NEXT REGULAR MEETING April 13, 1976 Conference Room 323 3rd Floor - County -City Building 8:00 p.m.