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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 1992. 0 isso 0istoric preservation commin of south bend and st. Joseph county ROOM 1123 COUNTY CITY BUILDING south bend, indiana 46601 (219) 284-9798 AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Regular Monthly Meeting County Conference Room 7:30 p.m. 7th Floor, County/City Building October 19, 1992 I. Call to Order Ii. Roll Call III. Public Hearing A. Certificates of Appropriateness 1. 1202 Lincolnway East -- Lincolnway East LHD B. Local Historic Landmark 1. 514 East Indiana Avenue -- Second Reading 2. Centre Township (Van Buskirk) Cemetery -- Second Reading IV. Regular Business A. Approval of Minutes September, 1992 B. Treasurer's Report September,,1992 C. Correspondence D. Committee Reports la. C of A (Staff Approvals) a. 1335 East Wayne (N) East Wayne Street LHD b. 1224 Lincolnway East Lincolnway East LHD 2. Budget & Finance a. Grant Application, 1993-1994 3. Legal a. Legal Update 4. Historic Districts 5. Historic Landmarks a. 1606 West Ewing -- First Reading b. James Madison School, 804 N. Lafayette First Reading 6. Standards and Maintenance a. Maintenance Update 7. Personnel 8. Staff Reports V. Old Business Vi. New Business VII. Hearing of Visit'ors VIII. Announcements & Miscellaneous Matters Ix. Adjournment COMMISSION MEETING VISITOR ROLL October, 1992 Visitors: Please fill in your name and organization (if applicable) so your presence can be officially recorded for the Commission's records. Thank you. 1 )�Oyt P&ry-a►-,. � ; S po�,. .5L 21 2 22 3 23 4 24 5 25 6 26 7 27 8 28 9 29 10 30 11 31 12 32 13 33 14 34 15 35 16 36 17 37 18 38 19 39 20 40 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT PROPERTY -- 1202 Lincolnway East South Bend, IN 46618 OWNERS -- Anne and Carrold Kempf DESIGNATION -- Lincolnway East LHD CASE # -- 1992-0928-2 STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT 1202 Lincolnway East is in the Lincolnway East Local Historic District; it has been rated as a C/10 (Contributing) on the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory. Stylistically the house can best be described as an example of late Queen Anne -styled architecture. It was constructed in 1902 for John Rohrer, the owner of a real estate firm. It is presently being used as offices for the owners' business -- both are physicians. PROPOSED CHANGE Me owners propose to enclose the rear of Lot 12 (immediately behind 1202 LWE) and Lot 11 (the portiow that they own behind 1208 LWE) with a four -foot (4') tall chain-link fence. The fence is intended to stop traffic from crossing Lot 11, which is presently used as access to the residence next door (1208 LWE). STANDARDS District standards (1,A,3) prohibit the introduction of "fencing ... (that ,.. is] out of scale or inappropriate to the neighborhood." RECOMMENDATIONS 1. The owners cannot install a fence across Lots 11 and 12 (because of a 4' road -way easement between lot 11 and 12) until they have the lots replatted by the Area Plan Commission. It is recommended that, whatever fence may or may not be approved, the HPC not issue a COA until the owners demonstrate that they have had these lots replatted and are legally able to erect a fence at the desired location. 2. The owners wish to erect fencing that is constructed of materials and of. a style that are historically incorrect for the Lincolnway East Local Historic District. Staff recommended to the owners that they instead stall a four foot (4') tall, wood, spaced -picket fence. This type of Wincing would be characteristic of the type of fencing that might be found in this neighborhood around the turn of the century. The owners responded that this type of fence was not within their budget. 1 Staff then recommended to the owners that they install a picket fence at the western edge of the proposed area that can be most easily seen from both Marine Street and Lincolnway East. The owners again felt that this type of fencing would be too expensive. In.light of staff recommendations, the owners offered an alternative: the owners propose to erect one of two types of Schuell-brand fences, constructed of chain-link and wood (see attached examples, "San Lido" and "San Fernando") along the western edge of the property that is parallel to Marine Street; the remainder of the fence would be plain chain-link. (The owners of 1154 LWE, immediately to the west, were given a COA in September, 1989 for a Schuell-brand, "San Fernando -style" fence.) Staff recognizes that 1. this fence is not a permanent change to the property_; 2. historic fencing will not be removed; 3. District standards do not specifically prohibit such a fence from being installed, and; 4. at least one similar fence has been approved in the District in the past. It is recommended that the HPC again encourage the owners to install an historically appropriate fence, or install appropriate fencing along the western edge of the property. 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Ms Kotzbauer prepared a map for you that will provide sufficient geographical orientation for your decision; please refer to last month's packet for the Staff Report and photos of the site. , I r PROPOSED LOCAL HISTORIC LANDMARK 514 East Indiana Avenue �v 2k L I I ZOIT 5 A 5 t9 623 Z 2.7 AM � is J) A AM d Ali A �. wvtaNa � A ria sa4 Sia 54z sw A (5-{) �;_ Sec-�u�c. la. SCUmf tzr-- CENTRE TOWNSHIP (VAN BUSKIRK) CEMETERY.: PROPOSED LOCAL HISTORIC LANDMARK, Dr. Sushmita Hodges Research Historian Fred M. Holycross terector tober, 1992 k ski s £�tt•'s' M'tk!;..�' ++s�.."- � t . � .:tib %�."r i'S'?•,,.9�,� � .,�� N�•�k ras:s I '�. ��'x . f 'f•f.: -'r4 }i ••t ice} �' � i.tti �. t`:. MAVILOM wI\ I • -- VN ONI A ss -. 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The site consists of a parcel of land a quarter of an acre in size containing burial markers, -_f - our large trees and some--ornamental-plantings-.-Immediately-to-the---- west is a cultivated field; late twentieth-century houses have been built across the street on the north and southeast corners -of the intersection. Historic obituaries indicate that the cemetery has also been known as Van Buskirk and Leach Cemetery. The cemetery was founded in 1838 on land originally belonging to Jeremiah Smith. The site now consists primarily of burials from 1850 to the 18708; it is almost entirely a burial site for pioneers of Centre Township. There are only a few early twentieth-century burials here. The cemetery is also the burial site for at least three veterans of American wars: Elias Palmer, William Loveall and Josiah Bartlett. Centre Township Cemetery is in excellent condition for a site of its age. There are approximately eighty standing grave markers; only a few are broken, several have been repaired. The cemetery remains as a fine, intact collection of nineteenth-century grave markers that exhibit the typical range of stylistic types common to nineteenth century cemeteries. Poured concrete containments -- probably from early in this century -- surround three family plots, those of the Palmer, Crocker and Leach families. eentre Township Cemetery is located in an area that is increasingly xperiencing suburbanization -- mainly residential expansion. The site is within a mile of new apartments and houses on a country road that is becoming an increasingly busy thoroughfare. Designation of this cemetery would continue the HPC's recent commitment to recommending pioneer burial sites for historic designation and protection, first in the areas that seem to be most threatened by development, and eventually including St. Joseph County's entire collection of pioneer burial sites. The cemetery has a continuing relevance. As a forerunner of the present " community it is useful as historic material evidence of the people who founded the County. The cemetery is one of the last material remains from the area's frontier period. Most of the people interred here migrated from Ohio and settled in and around Centre Township. Typical jargon describing the American frontier would describe these settlers as having helped "tame the wilderness;" and in reality they did just that, being those people who cleared the land for farming. These pioneers also represent, in terms of the area's economic growth, the next important period in local history, that of agricultural growth. In recent years the study of cemeteries has expanded with the recognition that they represent highly organized cultural landscapes. The analysis of--.. gravemarker styles over time is of interest to folklorists, historians and' archaeologists. Geographic analysis of cemeteries as a reflection of local land use patterns is also being pursued by some social researchers.[1] Thus he preservation and maintenance of cemeteries is significant to the istorian, the archaeologist, the folklorist, the sociologist and the cultural geographer, as well as those who simply want to protect local heritage. 1 meteries serve both a functional and an emotional purpose. They provide a ace for the disposal of corpses and also a place where the living can nor the deceased in a variety of ways. In this sense they are both secular and sacred symbolic places. The cemetery as a landscape often shares spiritual and/or mystical traits and is a positive expression of religious beliefs.[2] Cemeteries provide a document ofthe-most durable--- artifacts-of--death and a record of death customs. In addition, they are "planned places of beauty where the dead and .the living might mingle in restful reflection."[3] Centre Township Cemetery veteran burials include: Elias Palmer, a Civil War veteran; William Lovell who also served in the War Between the States; and Josiah Bartlett, a veteran of the American Civil War and later conflicts known as the "Battle of the Little Big Horn" and the "Yellowstone Campaign" during America's tragic conflicts with Native Americans late in the nineteenth century. In addition to their historic significance, cemeteries are places where families. entrust the remains of their relatives. It is imperative that a proper concern is shown for local citizens' ancestors. The protection of cemeteries becomes a question of respecting the broad range of religious beliefs and practices of those who have laid their kin to rest in them. It is the staff's recommendation, therefore, that the Historic Preservation Commission recommend Centre Township Cemetery for designation by ordinance by the County Council as a Local Historic Landmark. Landmark status would " one way to ensure protection of this valuable piece of local heritage. Historic Development Centre Township Cemetery began as a family burial ground on land originally owned by Jeremiah Smith. According to the Illustrated Historical Atlas of St. Joseph Countv (1875)[4], Jeremiah Smith was one of Centre Township's first residents and went on to election to the Indiana State Senate in 1832; little else is known about him. The earliest known burial here was _ that of his infant son who was interred on August 25, 1838. Other members h of the Smith family were also later buried here including Smith's spouse, Christiana, who died at the age of thirty—one on April 18, 1850. In October of 1850 Jeremiah Smith transferred the family cemetery property to the St. Joseph County Commissioners. According to the deed in this transaction the land was then set aside for use as a public burial ground.[5] Prior to 1850 Jeremiah Smith owned approximately forty acres of land in the vicinity. In October of 1850 he sold the land to Abner Tibbetts.[6] In 1852 Abner Tibbetts transferred the property to James Leach, hence the early use of the name Leach Cemetery.[7] The name Van Buskirk Cemetery refers to a family who also lived in the vicinity of the cemetery in the early years. •s BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES mellowing are biographical sketches of some of the families and individuals buried in Centre Township Cemetery. This small sampling of biographical data relative to individuals and families buried at the site is an example the type of cultural/historical information available from the study of 2 such sites. An'in-depth analysis could enlarge our understanding of what was "typical" in the "everyday life" of those who settled the Midwest. TIBBETTS Polly Tibbetts, spouse of Abner Tibbetts, died on April 6, 1853 at the age of thirty-eight. Abner Tibbetts was one of the -earliest residents of St. Joseph County employed in farming, shoe -making and especially, coopering, the manufacture of wooden barrels. Tibbetts lived in Centre Township and elsewhere in the county at various times. PALMER William H. Palmer died on April 25, 1902. He was a produce and livestock farmer who moved to Centre Township in 1850 from Belmont County, Ohio. Also buried here was his wife, Mary E. Palmer, who died on May 4, 1898 at the age of 66. She was the daughter of Daniel and Jane Goodrich. The Palmer's came to the area overland from Ohio by "team and wagon." Upon arrival they bought a tract of timberland in Centre Township. The family is representative of those who arrived here in the early years; they first cut and hewed trees to make a log cabin and within a few years built a frame residence of large hewn timbers and roof shingles "rived" by hand. Among others of the Palmer family buried here were the sons of William H. and Mary E. Palmer. Elias J. Palmer, the Civil War veteran, was born in 1844 and died on February 28, 1888. Elias enlisted in 1861 with Company E, 18th Regiment of the Indiana Volunteer Infantry. Alexander L. Palmer died n January 26, 1889 at the age of 20 years. Thomas M. Palmer, an infant son, died on February 25, 1863 at the age of one month and seven days, one of many examples of the period's high rate of infant mortality. GOODRICH Another pioneer family interred at the cemetery were the Goodrichs. Daniel Goodrich, originally a southern planter and slave -owner, first moved to Ohio and then to St. Joseph County in 1845. Here he became one of the early settlers and farmers of Centre Township. Goodrich died on January 23, 1855. Jane Goodrich, his wife, died on November 18, 1858 and was also interred here. Other burials from the Goodrich family include Melinda E. (died 1852) John D. (died 1870) and Edwin A. Goodrich (died 1874). MOORE Henry Moore, a pioneer of Madison Township, was born on December 25, 1826 in Lincoln, Ohio. He and his wife and children were farmers. Henry died on May 27, 1905; his spouse, Mary E. Moore, died on January 30, 1891 at the age of 63. Thomas Moore, their son, died on February 18, 1928 and was also interred at this cemetery, one of the last burials at the site. WATKINS John C. Watkins was born in 1811 and died in August of 1879. He was escribed by his contemporaries as one of the "honored pioneers of St. oseph County" and claimed Maryland as the state of his nativity. As a lad of five years he moved with his parents to Ohio, where he to grew maturity and learned the blacksmith trade. In 1851 he moved with his family to Centre Township. Following the standard pattern, he cleared his land, 3 consisting of -156 acres, of its dense growth of timber and -placed his iLfields under an "excellent state of cultivation." He was one"of"the early-',,,. al supporters of the Methodist church. While in Ohio in 1832 Watkins - married Sarah Kollars, daughter of Adam and Esther Kollars. Mr. and Mrs. Watkins became parents of fourteen children -- six sons and eight daughters -- two of whom died in infancy. Sarah Watkins passed away in 1910 at the age of ninety-three,-and_was--_- -- interred here. As a widow, Sarah Watkins proved to be a good business woman; while residing on, and managing, the family farm she continued the family business and made extra income from renters. Also buried here was George W. Watkins, son of L. and R.A. Watkins, who died in infancy on June 12, 1866 at the age of six months. LOVELL William Lovell died on November 26, 1917. He was born in Ohio on December 4, 1843. He lived in the community for forty years after moving here from Cleveland. He served in the Civil War within the 14th. Ohio Battery, light artillery and was wounded at the Battle of Shiloh. He was married in 1866 to Rebecca Matthews; they had three sons and a daughter. Rebecca Lovell was born in 1846 and died in 1889, also being buried in the cemetery. JOSIAH BARTLETT osiah Bartlett, the third soldier buried in the Centre Township cemetery, as with Company C, 18th Regiment of the New Hampshire Volunteers during he Civil War. He later fought in the army at the Big Horn and Yellowstone campaigns as a private. His wife, Hannah Bartlett, who died on April 14, 1894, was also buried here. NOTES 1. Richard V. Francaviglia, "The Cemetery As an Evolving Cultural Landscape." Annals of the Association of American Geoeravhers 61 (1971):502. 2. Roger Hall and Bruce Bowden, "Beautifying the Boneyard: The Changing Image of the Cemetery in Nineteenth -Century Ontario." Material History .' Bulletin 23 (1986): 13-14. 3. Francaviglia, 501-502. . An Illustrated Historical Atlas of St. Josevh Countv. Indiana, (Higgins elden & Co., Chicago: 1875): 14. 5. Deed Record: Book 0: 618. 6. Deed Record: Book R: 229. 7. Deed Record: Book P: 424. 4 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION —Regul-ar Mon thly-Me-e ting 7-t-h Floor, County Commissiorier's 7.30 p.m. Conference Room, County-City Building September 21, 1992 I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. II. Roll Call Members Present: Mrs. Martha Choitz, Mr. Jed Eide, Mr. Herb Herendeen, Mrs. Janeanne Petrass, Mrs. Joann Sporleder, Mr. William Welsheimer Sr. Members Absent: Mrs. Jean Dennen, Mr. John Oxian, Ms. Jewel Van Dalsen. Staff Present: Fred Holycross--Director. Also Present: Ms. Aladean DeRose--City Attorney, Mr. Bruce Von Deylan--South Bend Tribune, Ms. Bonnie Strycker--Youth Service Bureau. III. Public Hearing A. Certificates of Appropriateness. 1. 1322 Lincolnway East -- Lincolnway East LHD Mr. Holycross distributed photographs and described the project. The property owner, Youth Service Bureau, was represented by Ms. Bonnie Strycker. The HPC granted a COA (#1992-0508-1) in May, 1992 for several changes; this COA was intended to continue that project and ask for a number of modifications. The proposal consisted of three parts: 1. install twin, 6 over 6, double -hung windows on the west and east sides of the garage; 2. replace set of three windows on north side of garage with three, 4 over 4, double -hung windows to fit within existing space; 3. install air-conditioning unit through south facade of garage. Mr. Holycross further stated that District Standards required that "existing or original windows and doors be retained," that "new windows that would alter the scale or proportion of the building may not be introduced," and that mechanical systems be placed in areas that will result in the least possible alteration to the building" and "be installed in the rear of the property." Staff recommendations stated that the proposal was not strictly within district standards but the building had been significantly altered and the proposal would not compromise the overall character, style or integrity of the building. 1 The commission considered each part of the proposal separately. Mr. Holycross recommended to approve proposal SP1 with one modificat_ion_:to_choose_windows-wi-th-s-ingl-e--panes-or-1-ights instead of 6 over 6, multi -panes. Ms. Strycker agreed that this recommendation was acceptable. Mr. Herendeen moved to approve the proposal as submitted with the recommended modification. Mr. Welsheimer seconded the motion. No further discussion. Motion Approved unanimously. Mr. Holycross recommended to approve proposal #2 with one modification; to choose windows with single panes or lights instead of 4 over 4, multi -panes. Mrs. Sporleder moved to approve the proposal as submitted with the recommended modification. Mr. Herendeen seconded the motion. No further discussion. Motion Approved unanimously. Mr. Holycross recommended to approve proposal #3 as submitted as the air -conditioner would not be visible from the street and is therefore within District standards. Mrs. Sporleder moved to approve the proposal as submitted. Mr. Herendeen seconded the motion. No further discussion. Motion Approved unanimously. Mr. Welsheimer asked Ms. Strycker how many complaints she had received concerning the demolition of the greenhouse on their property. Ms. Strycker replied that they had no complaints and added that they were working with a landscaper to find a way to enhance the property. 2. 1418 East Wayne Street --East Wayne Street LHD Mr. Holycross distributed photographs and described the project. The property owners, Anne and Patrick McGraw, were not present. The proposal submitted was to enclose the existing, rear sunporch by installing new windows on the south and east side and a central entry door on the east side with a half -round window above. The proposal included: 1. installing two sets of double casement windows, with false muntins to resemble 2 over 6 lights, on the south side of the porch, the remainder of the wall to be covered with synthetic clapboard to match the main block; and 2. install central entry doors (French doors) with an elliptical transom window above, the entry to be flanked with two sets of windows matching the south side and the same siding. 2 Mr. Holycross added that the placement of a transom window above the entry was the owners preferred design but they had also submitted two possible alternate designs. He further stated that District standards required that "porches reflecting later_ architectural styles and that are important to the building's historical integrity be retained" and that "enclosing porches for heat conservation should be done in a manner that does not alter the architectural or historical character of the building." Staff recommendation stated that the proposal sought to alter a portion of the structure that was not historic; enclosing the porch in the proposed a manner would not affect the building's historic integrity; casement windows were appropriate as was the choice to use matching siding. However, the proposed elliptical window was not appropriate as it would introduce a design element not found elsewhere on the historical facade, altering the building's architectural character. Mr. Holycross recommended that the HPC approve alternate plan #1 as submitted by the owners -- the same plan without the transom window. Mrs. Sporleder pointed out that the proposed window was not an "elliptical window" but was a "half -round" window.; an elliptical, arched transom window would be historically correct for this structure. Mr. Holycross agreed that the proposal was more correctly a "half -round;" he restated that he considered the window inappropriate. Mr. Herendeen asked if the owners were opposed to an alternate plan. Mr. Holycross answered that the owners' preferred design would include the half -round window and added that the facade could not "easily" be seen from the street. Discussion ensued concerning possible ways to satisfy the owners request in an historically -correct manner. Mrs. Eide stated that he was inclined to give the owners their choice of either alternate proposal. Mrs. Sporleder moved to offer the owners their choice of either submitted alternate proposal or to allow them to confer with a Commission member in order to find an appropriate transom window. Mr. Herendeen volunteered to meet with the owners if so needed. Mr. Herendeen seconded the motion. No further discussion. Motion approved unanimously. 3 B. Local Historic Landmark 1. 514 East Indiana Avenue -- Second Reading Mr. Holycross submitted a staff report and briefly reiterated his recommendations for the proposal: the Samuel Studebaker House_was_judged-to_be-architectural-1-yand-hisforica-1-1-3" significant on the Survey; it was designed by notable South Bend architect Walter W. Schneider and remains as a good example of a transitional, turn -of -the -century style of architecture. He further stated that the structure fulfills the criteria necessary for designation and that the HPC had the support and permission of the property owner but the structure did not presently meet HPC Minimum Maintenance Standards -- in effect the owner would be in violation of those standards. He recommended that the HPC provisionally recommend for designation with the stipulation hat formal recommendation to the Common Council would be granted if the owner adequately addresses the maintenance problems listed in the staff report. The owner has stated that she can not afford to restore the structure and was concerned that designation would not cost her additional expense. The Studebaker Automobile Club has shown some interest in the structure, perhaps the HPC could request that organization to help the owner finance rehab costs. Mr. Herendeen stated that he was concerned about recommending designation of a structure with.maintenance problems. Mr. Eide asked if the HPC accepted the condition of a structure as it was when so designated. Ms. DeRose explained that the HPC did not necessarily accept deteriorated portions of designated structures; the maintenance problems would still need to be addressed. Mr. Eide asked whether the owner was aware of the Maintenance requirements. Mr. Holycross answered that she had told him of her monetary problem and stated that she could not take on additional expense due to historic designation. Mrs. Sporleder asked for a description of the neighborhood. Mr. Holycross provide her with a description. Mrs. Sporleder asked who was responsible for the designation move and the intended goals of this the designation proposal. Mr. Holycross stated that he believed Mr. Oxian had suggested the designation in order to protect a historically significant structure; the owner had given Mr. Oxian her approval. Mr. Welsheimer moved to table the matter until the October, 1992 HPC meeting. Mr. Herendeen seconded the motion. Further discussion ensued as to the possible reasons for the 4 proposal. It was agreed that Mr. Oxian could possibly provide additional information at the next meeting. Mr. Herendeen reiterated that he wanted clarification about the matter before sending a recommendation to -the Common Council. Mrs. Choitz suggested that there might be some way to find support for the owner's maintenance needs. Mr. Holycross stated that it had been suggested that he write to the Studebaker Club to inquire whether they might be able to provide support for the owner's maintenance needs; he wanted wait for HPC direction in the matter. It was agreed that Mr. Holycross should write a letter of inquiry to the Studebaker organization. Motion approved unanimously. IV. Regular Business A. Approval of Minutes Mr. Holycross asked .that the August, 1992 minutes be approved as submitted. Mrs. Sporleder pointed out a misspelled word on page five. Mr. Herendeen moved to approve the August minutes as corrected. Mrs. Sporleder seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously. B. Treasurer's Report Mr. Holycross asked that the treasurer's report for August, 1992 be approved as submitted. Mrs. Sporleder asked if the staff budget had been approved by the county. Mr. Holycross answered that it had and that the staff would receive the same amount of funding, $39,828.00, in 1993 as in 1992. Mr. Welsheimer moved to approve the Treasurers Report as submitted. Mr. Herendeen seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimouslv. C. Correspondence Mr. Holycross announced that he had received a notice concerning the Cornelius O'Brien/Indiana University Preservation Conference in French Lick, Indiana and that he had received a scholarship for his expenses to the conference from the DNR/ Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology. Mrs. Sporleder inquired as to the nature of the Michiana Area Construction "plans on file" that appeared each month under Correspondence. Mr. Holycross explained that these plans were sent to the HPC unsolicited and were intended to announce upcoming construction projects going up for, bid in the region. 5 D. Committee Report 1. C of A (staff approvals) No comment. 2. Budget and Finance a. County Budget Mr. Holycross stated again that the HPC would receive the same amount of funding in 1993 as in 1992.° b. Grant Printing Bids Mr. Holycross summarized the process of soliciting bids for HPC grant project printing costs for the South Bend Summary Report. He asked for approval for the lowest bid, submitted by Keener Printing and Lithography, of $12,362.00. Mrs. Choitz moved to approve the bid for printing costs associated with the South Bend Summary Report as submitted by Keener Printing and LithoRraphv Company. Mr. Herendeen seconded the motion. Mrs. Sporleder inquired as to the final size of the book and whether there were discrepancies in the types of paper being proposed. Mr. Holycross described the project as outlined in the staff report. The bids all specified the same type of paper. Mrs. Sporleder asked if the HPC intended to sell the reports. Mr. Holycross replied that the grant agreement did not allow for sale of the books; 250 copies would be produced, half to go to the state historic preservation office and half to the HPC. The books would then be dispersed to educational institutions, libraries and public agencies as a reference and planning tool. Mrs. Sporleder asked how the printing costs would be financed. Mr. Holycross replied that the costs were paid under the grant agreement by the county initially and would be reimbursed to the county. In this case all project costs, including printing, personnel and supplies would be reimbursed at a ratio of 50/50. Staff Director's time was also being claimed; in effect the county was being reimbursed for a quarter of the Director salary under this grant. Mr. Eide asked the amount that had been budgeted under the grant -for printing costs.- Mr.-Holycross replied that- 14,000 had been budgeted; this bid fell well within that amount and would save the total cost of the project, money that would neither have to be spent nor claimed. Motion approved unanimously. 3. Legal Mr. Holycross distributed copies of a Legal Complaint prepared by HPC Counsel concerning the ongoing noncompliance 0 with HPC directives at 1071 Riverside Drive. The property is no longer owned by the original party; it was sold and the new owner has not contacted the staff despite repeated attempts to inform him of the violations in question. He stated that -it was -hoped that the -owner would comply -rather than having to take him to court; the HPC had directed the staff to seriously pursue the matter and the process was now in motion. Mr. Eide asked whether the new owner was aware of the problem at the time of sale. Mr. Holycross replied that he did not know; no communication had been forthcoming. Mr. Holycross stated that there might be other violations; there was also the matter of the front railing along the steps that had been installed contrary to HPC directives. The HPC had granted a COA for a wrought -iron rail; the owner had instead installed a railing constructed of pipe. Mrs. Sporleder stated that she felt the matter of the railing was possibly more important than the oval window. Discussion ensued as to the railing. Mr. Holycross asked whether the HPC would like to include the railing in the complaint being filed. Mr. Herendeen stated that the matter of the railing was a concrete, provable violation that should be pursued. Mrs. Sporleder stated her concern that the HPC was no longer pursuing the owner that committed the violations; they had in effect sold legal their problems along with the house. Ms. DeRose explained that it was up to the buyer to investigate such things prior to sale. Mr. Eide asked for Ms. DeRose's prognosis as to the ultimate outcome of the matter. She replied that it was clear that they had plainly violated HPC Standards and that the court would likely rule in that manner. She added that it was difficult, however, to predict the exact outcome because of the number of cases that were currently being heard nationally that dealt with issues such as the "taking" of private property by governmental actions and the like; it was unlikely that these owners would contest the larger constitutional questions and implications possible in this case. Mr. Holycross asked whether it was the consensus of the commission to have Ms. DeRose add the rail matter to the legal complaint. It was; he stated that he would do so. 4. Historic Districts No report. 7 5. Historic Landmarks 1. Van Buskirk Cemetery -- First reading Mr. Holycross stated that this first reading was intended to continue the designation of pioneer cemeteries, in this case in Centre Township; --a report and Second Reading would --- follow -follow at the October meeting. 6. Standards and Maintenance Mr. Holycross briefly reiterated the Staff Report submitted to the HPC concerning ongoing maintenance and legal "problem" properties. He reported that: 1. 805 Arch Avenue had been turned over to HPC legal counsel. Owners had yet to comply with HPC directive to replace the rear entry canopy removed without a COA. It was the staff's hope that they would cooperate when they see that the HPC was intent on legally forcing compliance. 2. The acting school superintendent has promised to reply to the HPC concerning maintenance problems at Central and Oliver Schools by September 23, 1992. 3. Staff is waiting for a reply from the owner of 1204 Lincolnwav West concerning maintenance problems -- deteriorating paint -- at this Local Landmark. 4. 1244 Lincolnwav East was subjected again to a Code Enforcement hearing on September 17th for general unsafe conditions and for the demolition of the garage. The owner did not attend; the Hearing officer ruled that the garage was unsafe and should be demolished. Staff asked for a stay but due to the number of hearings, the Hearing officer would not change his order. Staff will send the owner a notification of noncompliance with Maintenance Standards; the city doubts whether the HPC will have luck forcing compliance. 5. 941-31 Riverside Drive has also been scheduled for a Code Enforcement hearing. Staff will attend. 6. 1071 Riverside Drive was already considered. 7. The matter of the fence installed at 630 W. Washington had been brought to a conclusion. 8. The matter of the fence at 1716 East Wavne had recently changed due to a change in ownership; it was hoped that the new owners would comply. The previous owner had suggested to staff that the new owners would remove the fence; staff was waiting for a reply. 7. Personnel Mr. Holycross asked for approval for his choice for the vacant Administrative Assistant position -- Ms. Amy Kotzbauer. Mr. Eide asked for an explanation for the choice. Mr. Holycross replied that one candidate had decided to follow her spouse to Italy, the other expressed concern with the salary of $17,000/year. Ms. Kotzbauer was intent on making Historic Preservation her profession and saw the job as a good entry-level position that would give her needed experience in the field. Mr. Herendeen moved to approve Ms. Kotzbauer as Administrative Assistant. Mr. Welsheimer seconded the motion. - -Motion approved unanimouslv.- 8. Staff Reports. No report. V. Old Business No report VI. New Business No report. VII. Hearing of Visitors VIII. Announcements/Miscellaneous Matters IX. Adjournment Mr. Herendeen moved to adiourn. Mr. Welsheimer seconded the. motion. Approved unanimouslv. The meeting was adjourned at 8:46 p.m. 9 TREASURER'S REPORT: SEPTEMBER, 1992 As can be seen from the St. Joseph County computer ledger (account //001.39211.000.034) for September 1992, we have incurred no unusual expenses. This month's expenditures came to $1941.12. Total expenditures for 1992 come to $31,951.01. Our unencumbered account balance is $10,609.92. In September we quiatesed (deposited) $1,215.43 into the St. Joseph County General Fund. Of this amount, $1,198.33 was the August (1992) Community Development Block Grant reimbursement; the remainder payments for COA fees and/or photocopying. We also took in $49.00 in Petty cash: $31.00 for the sale of a Landmark plaque; $18.00 in COA fees. V0662-44 SAINT JOSEPH c `:D: 001 COUNTY GELIE=AL SPECIAL LEDGER OPT: DETAIL PROCESS TRAN TRAM M.ACCT.053.LOC M/Y DATE TYPE AMOUNT OTHER DATA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONERS 09/:2 09/01192 CLAIM 28.04 PO 000000 VEN 007600 HOLYCROSS FRED 091=2 GS :i :'2 CLAM 718.73 PO 000000 VEN 00474'•_ PASTOR JAMES 09/92 C9!01192 ^,:•AIM 49.50 PO 000000 VEN 0u7716 C.B.I./GRAPH1;.S G9I92 09/01/92 CLAIM 4964.00 PO 000000 VEN 0GO907 HODGES, SUSHI__"_A 09/92 09/10/92 CLAIM 33.93 PO 000000 VEN 001538 SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE a;/i5/92 f,(.A K 33.00 PO 000000 VEN 007716.C.B.I.IGRAPHICS 09/92 C°!:5/:2 CL'AT-H 190.00 ?0 000000 VEN 000901 HODGES, SUSHMI'TA :jV 4VV ,..A � av4.• B r_., u )vJ .. .�l•.•�� i ti�� 09!92 09115!?: _AIM 30.96 20 O"v000i VEN 00414::=.S=Ci :,AXES 001.39211.000.034 HISTORIC PRESERVATION ESTIMATED REV RECEIPTS UNRECV REV HAL APPROPRIATION ENCUMBRANCE TOT •0.00 0.00 0.00 42,560.93 0.90 RUN DATE: 1-0/06/92 PAGE BK 02 CHK 154574 AUDIT MASTER An CHK 546ic AUDIT V�—Qr'-" _.. �FK 14536 AI`•DiT ".A=T-... PK 02 CN? 154570 A;15T' BK 02 CHK 155427 AUDIT MASTER Ji, 02 G CiiK 1�J:V_ AIL; JIT FAS._. B", 02 C?K 155523 AUDIT 'a1STEER EK 02 CH3 155525 All -DIT MASTER 3K 02 CHK 155566 AUDIT YISTE7, EXPENDImURT UNEXPENDED BAL USENCUMB 3AL 31,951.01 10,609.92 10,609.92 It *i*t* It t* !It It tilt A fill* :i I kill A A I I tillittlill tills sit lll*l**f*tAllAt sxxx::xisitlitl1::z:xxstill :!:st**itx: Correspondence Received -- September 20 to October 13, 1992 -- Invitation to Opening: Historic Fox River Mills; Appleton, Wis. (The Alexander Company), Sept. 24, 1992. -- Proeressive Profile (Aug, 1992) Dept. of Economic Devel., S.B., IN. -- Conference Announcement: "Tactical Revitalization: Fighting For Your Community's Future" Nov, 12-13, 1992; Bloomington, IN. -- The Alliance Review Summer, 1992; Nat_. Alliance of Preservation Commissions. -- Southhold Newsletter, September/October, 1992. -- Center Citv Update September/October, 1992 -- United Way rally announcement; 10-1-02. Red Cross Anniversary Ball Announcement: Nov. 6, 1992. Michiana Area Construction Industry Advancement Fund: "Plans on File," tober 5, 1992. Historic Preservation Forum, May/June, 1992. Oct 13, 1992 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION STAFF APPROVALS: SEPTEMBER 17 - OCTOBER 13, 1992 ST,# STREET CATEGORY PROJECT DESCRIPTION DESIG CASE# --------------------------- --------- --_----------- -------_ _ _-------- 1335 East Wayne y gutters Replace gutters and LHD-EW 1992-0928-1 (N) downspouts: house and garage. Retain historic brackets and decorative caps on downspouts, front of house. 1224 Lincolnway gutters Repair and/or replace LHD-LWE 1992-1002 East gutters and downspouts as needed in-kind (entire house). State Grant Application: 1993 to 1994 By November 6, 1992 the HPC must apply for grant funding through the Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology for the period between July 1, 1993 and June 31, 1994. As you know, we have finished the city Survey Update this year and will publish the results by the end of June, 1993 (the Summary Report); at that time both the county and city will have been sufficiently surveyed into the near future (the, last county update was published in 1985). These are the projects that have been funded for the past ten or so yeras; since surveying is finished, we must ask for funding for diff ernt purposes. I have conferred with officials of the SHPO and solicited their opinion as to appropriate projects that would likely be approved by the state board; I intend to apply for funding for 1993-1994 for the following projects: 1. Publish a Design Gu_i_deli_nes._Boo_k_1_et_ for Local Historic Districts and Landmarks. This booklet would serve at least two functions: a. it would be an updated explanation of District Standards and design guidelines, minimum maintenance requirements and COA procedures in a compact, "user-friendly" format for the broad range of owners and occupants of designated properties; b. it will be an opportunity to be in contact with all of our designated property -owners and will serve as good public relations for the HPC and its ongoing administration of Districts and Landmarks. 2. Publish an updated brochure explaining the difference between Local and National Register Districts; including information on tax credits, etc. Again, this will be useful for public relations and will help fulfill our responsibility for educating the public concerning historic preservation. 3. Records Management: Continue updating the City Resurvey Computer Data -Base. The data -base will become increasingly useful as it is expanded to contain additional survey data. 4. Update County Survey Cards and begin the process of setting up a Computer data -base similar to the City Survey Data -Base. As part of the application process, it is necessary that the HPC "pass an official motion authorizing the filing of an application to the Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology for preservation funds for this period, 1993 to 1994."