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when it was built and in its current state, the images are on file in the City Clerk's Office. The site has been recommended by the Commission due to its architectural design elements, suitability for preservation, and identification with a person of historical significance. The building is an excellent example of Romanesque Architecture and was built in 1890 of coarse granite and has been described as a rare example of the Queen Ann Style. There have only been minor alterations to the building such as replacing the original red tile roof with asphalt shingles. The rear portch and kitchen wing were added to the house sometime after initial construction. William L. Kizer was a prominent local business person and primary investor in the area in addition to serving as a South Bend City Commissioner. The Commission has reviewed the petitioner and the report by staff and has conducted a public hearing where no one spoke in opposition. Adopted on May 16'h 2016, the Commission adopted Resolution 16 -01 and resolved the building is recommended for the establishment as an historic landmark. Those wishing to speak in favor of the bill: Todd Zeiger, Indiana Landmarks, thanked the Council for their attention to this issue and it is a great honor for Mr. Kizer and his beautiful home to be honored in this way. Committeemember Jo M. Broden asked what the difference was between Group A and Group B categories for historical landmarks. Ms. Feasel responded all landmarks in South Bend and unincorporated areas of St. Joseph County operate under the Group B standards. We do not have anything under Group A, the only exception is that Leeper Park is designated as an historic landmark and they have their own unique set of guidelines. No one from the public spoke in opposition to the bill. Committeemember John Voorde made a motion to send Bill 27 -16 to the full Council with a favorable recommendation. Committeemember Jo M. Broden seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of three (3) ayes. Historic Preservation Briefing — Elicia Feasel, Executive Director Historic Preservation Elicia Feasel, Executive Director of the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County located at 125 South Lafayette, gave an outline of the Commission. Timothy S. Klusczinski, 617 Park Avenue South Bend, President of the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St Joseph County also aided in the presentation. The HPC was established by dual ordinances from the City of South Bend and St. Joseph County in 1973. The Commission is by law a bi- partisan, politically neutral and quasi-judicial body. HPC maintains jurisdiction throughout the City of South Bend and unincorporated parts of St. Joseph County. Its constitutional duty is to identify buildings, structures and sites that are architecturally or historically significant as well as to assist and educate the public.