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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-28-00 Zoning & Annexation (ommftttt Ztport: The Zoning and Annexation Committee lr0 tit tOmmOtt to tntfl of the CUP Of mouth grab: The February 28, 2000 meeting of the Zoning and Annexation Committee was called to order by its Chairperson, Council Member Karen L. White at 3:04 p.m. in the Council informal meeting room. Persons in attendance included Council Members: Aranowski, Varner, Pfeifer, King, Ujdak, Kelly, Kirsits, Coleman and White; John Oxian, Ann Kolata, Ann-Carol Simons, Kevin Butler, Larry Magliozzi, Louann Becker-Pruett, Robert Hunt, Terry Bland, and Kathleen Cekanski-Farrand, Council Attorney. Council Member White welcomed everyone to the meeting and introduced the Zoning and Annexation Committee members,namely: Council Members Ujdak,Varner, Coleman and herself. Council Member White noted that the first item on the agenda was Bill No. 10-00 which is a request to establish an historic landmark for the property located at 3016 Portage Avenue. Mr. John Oxian, President of the Historic Preservation Commission, made the presentation. He noted that the Historic Preservation Commission held its public hearing on January 17, 2000, and recommends the Bill favorably to Council. The real estate is 113.8 acres located on the east side of Portage Avenue just south of the Indiana Toll Road. It includes Portage Manor which was purchased by the County in 1905. The structure reflects Classical revival structure. Mr. Oxian then introduced Louann Becker-Pruett, Administrator of Portage Manor. She stated that the Board of Directors of Portage Manor would be honored by the designation. She noted that the Board and the County have worked hard to preserve the facility which fills the needs of the community. She noted that the Manor is always filled to capacity and invited the Council Members to visit. Council Member Kelly voiced concern that if the area was designated as an historic landmark whether development north of Portage Manor could take place. Council Member King questioned why the entire 113.8 acres was necessary to be designated as part of the historic landmark status. Mr. Oxian stated that the Historic Preservation Commission always brings in the entire parcel. He cited a number of farms which have been preserved as a result. He noted that the Kline property on Jackson Road included the entire acreage. When development of the area was sought,the Administration and the County after the annexation held discussions with the owners and the land that was not needed was then deleted from the historic status and developed. A new survey lot was needed and completed. Ms. Becker-Pruett noted that a feasibility study will soon be under way on the Portage Manor property. The State Board of Health will be involved. The Council Attorney inquired as the the tax key number. Mr. Oxian stated that the entire 113.8 has one(1)key number assigned to it. Zoning and Annexation Committee February 28, 2000 Page 2 Council Member Coleman noted that in his tenure on the Council,he could not recall large tracts of land with a single use, which were designated as an historic landmark. He voiced concern about designating the entire tract of land and believed further input from the County was necessary. Dr. Varner also voiced concern about County input and did not want such a designation to preclude future development. Ms. Becker-Pruett requested that Bill No. 10-00 be continued to permit her to contact her Board of Directors. Council Member White suggested that in light of the concerns raised that contact should be made with the County Commissioners on this matter. Following discussion,Dr. Varner made a motion, seconded by Council Member Coleman that Bill No. 10-00 be continued until the April 10th Council meeting,remain in Committee for further review and recommendation, and that the Chairperson of the Zoning and Annexation Committee and the Council Attorney contact the County Commissioners for their input on this proposed designation. The motion passed. The Committee then reviewed Bill No. 11-00 which would establish as an historic landmark the Angela Boulevard Bridge. Mr. Oxian noted that the Historic Preservation Commission held its public hearing on January 17th and sends the Bill to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. Oxian stated that the current Angela Boulevard Bridge is the second bridge to span the St.Joseph River. It was open in 1940 and represents a three-span Arch Melan bridge with two (2) central pillars with corbelled string course cones at the pillar bases and plain spandrels. It is rated as a "12". In response to a question from Council Member Coleman,Mr. Oxian noted that the historic landmark designation p r o cess included uded contacts with the County Commissioners, the County Engineer, and former Public Works Director Lew Powell.. He noted that other bridges were also discussed however the Angela Bridge was architecturally superior to the LaSalle Bridge. Council Members Kirsits and King noted that they were advised at a meeting in the Fall of 1999 by the County Engineer that the Angela Bridge would require a complete rebuild. Council Member King inquired whether there was a memo from the County Engineer on this matter. Council Member Coleman voiced concern about proper updated information being provided to the Council from the County. Mr. Oxian stated that he spoke with the County Commissioners today and they were aware of the process. He also noted that the courts have held that owner consent is not necessary for an historic landmark designation. Dr. Varner requested that Mr. Oxian procure a letter from the County Commissioners detailing their involvement on this matter in light of the conflicting information on the structural status of the Angela Bridge. • I; Zoning and Annexation Committee February 28,2000 Page 3 Following discussion,Dr. Varner made a motion, seconded by Council Member Coleman that Bill No. 11-00 evi wnandsecomm the endat recommendation. The 2000 on passed.meeting and continue in the Committee The Committee then reviewed Bill No. 12-00 which would establish as an historic landmark for the property located at 528 South Eddy Street. Mr. Oxian noted that the Historic Preservation Commission held its public hearing on January 17th and sends the Bill to the Council with a favorable recommendation. School. It The area includes 19.96 acres and is the home in 1930�It is Elementary three-s ry red brick a Neo Classical Style and was constructed building with corner brick quoins and stone garlands above the front portico, around the oval window and in all recess porticos. It contains a New England style cupola and double-leafed wood paneling in the main entry. The architecture style reflects that of the Thomas Jefferson home. Mr. Oxian read a January 21, 2000 letter from Fred a Fred of the South Bend Community School Corporation (copy attached) position on the proposed designation. Dr.Varner Bill oNo. 12-00 be recommended Bill.orably to Council. The motion passed Dr.Varner The Committee then reviewed Bill No. 13-00 which would establish as an historic landmark the property located at 1917 Cedar Street. Mr. Oxian noted that the Historic Preservation Commission held its public hearing on January 17th and sends the Bill to the Council with a favorable recommendation. The property is located on the northwest corner of Coquillard and Cedar Streets. It is a brick,Tudor Revival style house built in 1927. It is a two and one-half story home which meets three(3)of the building criteria for the designation. Following discussion, Council Member Coleman, seconded by Dr. Varner that Bill No. 13-00 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed. There bein g no further business to come before the Committee, it was adjourned by 3:45 p.m. White at 3 5 nWln Chauperso P t Respectfully submitted, Council Member Karen L. White, Chairperson Zoning and Annexation Committee KCF:kmf IMF Attachments f