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March 20, 1978 Page limits of the Commission's budget should be considered. Mr. Oxian then wished to make a motion that from now on expenses will be dis- cussed between himself and Mrs. Whittaker and he will make the presentation before the Commission for the approval by the Commission. Whatever is felt are proper expenses to be handled by the Commission will be presented and receive approval or disapproval. Mr. Nimtz then seconded this motion. Mr. Stivers said he felt this would be a way of standardizing policy. Mr. Oxian then further clarified this and said he would be working with Charlotte Whittaker and Gerald Kline. Mr. Kline asked if Mrs. Price would do the same thing for West Washington. She said this would be part of the policy. The motion was put to vote and passed unanimously. Historic Landmarks and Standards Mr. Oxian said he had not called a committee meeting because of some serious problems which must first be aired in a committee meeting. Mr. Oxian said that a letter should have been received regarding Tippecanoe Place, saying that they are withdrawing their request for landmark designation for Tippecanoe. The letter has been written, yet not received. This withdrawing had one person voting against it. Mr. Wasielewski said he had attended a meeting when this had been voted on. Mr. Wasielewski then said he had been asked by several Commission members to draft a comment on Tippecanoe Place in the event that the Commission is requested in public hearing, either in Area Plan, or the council meeting to make a statement. To wit: The Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and Saint Joseph • County encourages the continued preservation of Tippecanoe Place. This building is one of the finest examples of architecture in our community; it also has a history that is tied closely with important developments in South Bend's evolution as a city. Not only is Tippecanoe Place of local significance, but also it is nationally significant: In fact, Tippecanoe Place was recently honored as a National Landmark, which is the highest distinction that can be attained by a building or site. In addition, this structure is one of three South Bend Buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Therefore, the Historic Preservation Commission feels it is imperative that the building be preserved With great attention paid to -any changes that may have to be made for an adaptive use. The Historic Preservation Commission commends Southhold Restorations, Inc. for its efforts over the last three years in restoring and preserving this important building for the South Bend community. The Commission urges Southhold to continue its diligence and efforts in the preservation of this building. Mrs. Price seconded this motion to adopt this statement. There was no discussion and it passed unanimously. Legal . Mr. Nimtz wished to report that the Commission's consultant gave a very scholarly dissertion to the Southhold Board on zoning, historic preservation, etc. This committee has not met, but will