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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
February 15, 2021
5:30pm
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Michelle Gelfman (President)
Sarah Andrews (Vice President)
Mary Brazinsky (Treasurer)
Eric Stalheim
Joan Downs-Krostenko
John Tiffany
David Wyncott
Patrick Deegan
MINUTES
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Elizabeth Hertel
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
111. PUBLIC HEARING
a. CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
i. 2021-0127A 738 Leland Avenue
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ALSO PRESENT:
Catherine Osborne
Alexis Torrance
Eugenia Torrance
Elicia Feasel
Sandra Kennedy
Adam Toering
Ross Van Overberghe
Mia Schwartz
Kurt Garner
Bainbridge Scully
Chapin Park, Ordinance #9574-05
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The staff report was presented by Elicia Feasel.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval.
The applicant was represented by:
Catherine Osborne, 517 Fiver Avenue.
The public was represented by:
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
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Upon a motion by Joan Downs-Krostenko, seconded by Mary Brazinsky, and carried
by unanimous vote, the Historic Preservation Commission APPROVES Certificate of
Appropriateness Application #2021-0127A.
Vote: 8-0. Eight in favor, none opposed.
COA #2021-0127A is approved.
ii. 2021-0205 119 LaPorte Avenue Local Landmark, Ordinance #8108-1990
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The staff report was presented by Elicia Feasel.
Staff Recommendation: The windows are in relatively good condition are repairable
but are overdue for routine maintenance (painting, re -roping, glazing). While
Staff recommends the applicant restore the original windows and install new
custom storm windows that replicate the meeting rail pattern of Cottage -style
windows, based on Group B Standards, Staff recommends approval of the
application items.
The applicant was represented by:
Alexis Torrance, 119 LaPorte Avenue
Eugenia Torrance, 119 LaPorte Avenue
The public was represented by:
Martin Mechtenberg, President, Near West Side Neighborhood Organization,
submitted a letter in support of the application.
After due consideration, the following action was taken
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Upon a motion by Sarah Andrews, seconded by Mary Brazinsky, and carried by a six
to two vote, the Historic Preservation Commission APPROVES Certificate of
Appropriateness Application #2021-0205.
Vote: 6-2. Six in favor, two opposed.
COA #2021-0205 is approved.
IV. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
V. REGULAR BUSINESS
a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
i. January18, 2021
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After due consideration, the following action was taken -
January 18, 2021 meeting minutes are tabled.
b. STAFF REPORTS
i. Administrative Approvals
c. COMMITTEE REPORTS
i. Disposition of Historic Preservation Assets
After due consideration, no action was taken.
ii. Standards Update
After due consideration, no action was taken.
iii. Historic Districts
1. Riverside Drive Lighting
Sarah Andrews presented an update and proposed resolution from the
Historic Districts Committee regarding the potential Street light replacement
options for replacement of the historic street lights.
iv. Local Landmarks
1. Ridgedale/Twyckenham Hills Gates
Elicia Feasel presented information that Sarah Andrews had accumulated
regarding the entrance gates. Sarah Andrews indicated that her and her
family have cared for and maintained the gates, and that they have been
damaged by automobiles.
VI. OLD BUSINESS
a. Sarah Andrews asked for an update on the Olivet National Register Nomination. Elicia
Feasel explained that the mayor's office has submitted the signed document to the state
supporting the nomination.
b. Joan Downs-Krostenko asked about the West Navarre window project. No change was
reported.
c. Adam Toering conveyed that Olivet African Methodist Episcopal Church received additional
funding from Indiana Landmarks to save and presence the church.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS
a. Indiana Landmarks will be hosting a "9 Nuggets of Historic Preservation Commissions" on
March 4th on Zoom.
b. Eric Stalheim called attention to the scenic overlook at Leeper Park was not built according
to the plans submitted to and approved by the Commission. It is a different shape.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
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Upon a motion by Sarah Andrews, seconded by Mary Brazinsky and carried by a unanimous
vote, the Historic Preservation Commission ADJOURNS at 7:06 PM.
Vote: 8-0. Eight in favor, none opposed.
ATTEST:
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Joan Downs-Krostenko, Secretary
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