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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION PRESERVATION SPECIALIST REPORT November 16, 2015 Hello Commission! Lots of roof repairs, tree trimming, and last minute painting! Lovely time to spruce things up. There are not a lot of things going on outside of completing existing approved prof ects. Follow-up items: 803 Park Ave-Mr.Shefbuch will be completing the work next spring as funds will not be available to purchase the agreed upon spindles and railings until then. 824 Park Ave-Homeworks removed three small areas of aluminum siding to view the condition of the wood clap board underneath. The areas did indeed have material that would need replacement rather than repair. Unfortunately, the areas are so small and remotely located it is difficult to make a clear decision on the condition of the remaining original siding. We have requested additional removal of the aluminum siding in order to make a more definite determination. The new shelving is 80% up and filled in the storage room. I have one more section to add as I was waiting for the removal of Conservatory items, Indiana Landmark Display models, and other non essentials. I also have about 50 sashes that will be joining the collection from my personal storage by way of donation. I have given several private walking and bus tours in the past 30 days. These are great little sources of advertising, public outreach, and small monetary compensation. I have also been working with the Bicentennial Committee and I believe I am the co- chair or Chairman of the Food portion of the Torch Relay party at Bendix Woods on October 9th 2016. Trees: Legal Committee should meet about the language regarding RMEs for trees prior to 2016 tree season starts This Saturday, November 20th I will be instructing a windows workshop with Paul Hayden for Indiana Landmark's Vintage Green project. Thank you, Steve Szaday Preservation Specialist