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MINUTES ORO VALLEY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR SESSION OCTOBER 4, 2021 HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM 11000 N. LA CANADA DRIVE

REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM

CALL TO ORDER

Chair Biel called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

ROLL CALL

Present:	Dan Biel, Chair
	Stephanie Krueger, Vice Chair
	Nicole Casaus, Commissioner
	Steve Hannestad, Commissioner
	Auvie Lee, Commissioner
	Michael Wilson, Commissioner
Absent:	Puntadeleste Bozeman, Commissioner
Staff Present:	Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
	Lynanne Dellerman-Silverthorn, Recreation & Cultural Resources Manager
	MaryAnne Tolmie, Senior Office Specialist

CALL TO AUDIENCE

Chair Biel opened Call to Audience.
No one wished to speak.
Chair Biel closed Call to Audience.

COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS

Councilmember Solomon was absent.

PRESENTATIONS

PRESENTATION OF THE PLAQUE OF HISTORICAL LANDMARK DESIGNATION OF THE BLOCK PROPERTY LOCATED AT 101 W SUFFOLK DRIVE

Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorn presented Mr. and Mrs. Block with a framed drawing and plaque of historical landmark designation that will be installed by Town Staff.

CONSENT AGENDA

REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 MEETING MINUTES


				Motion by Chair Dan Biel, seconded by Commissioner Nicole Casaus to approve the September 7, 2021 meeting minutes.

Vote: 6 - 0 Carried

Other:

Commissioner Puntadeleste Bozeman (ABSENT)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

DISCUSSION REGARDING HISTORIC PRESERVATION INFORMATION ON THE TOWN'S WEBSITE

Commissioner Lee presented a detailed PowerPoint with the following topics of conversation:

1. Terminology

Webpages
Oro Valley (OV)
Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)
Oro Valley Historic Preservation Commission (OVHPC)
Parks and Recreation Department (Parks and Rec)

2. Executive Summary
3. General Explanation
4. Additional Details
5. Other Websites

Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorn indicated that the topic is open for discussion, but if there are action items, that would have to be added under Future Agenda Items. There was some discussion regarding the direction of the topic. Chair Biel thanked Commissioner Lee for his detailed presentation.

DISCUSSION REGARDING THE ORO VALLEY CULTURAL HERITAGE PRESERVATION PLAN ITEM SIX HONEYBEE VILLAGE ARCHEOLOGICAL PRESERVE

Commissioner Casaus provided a detailed report for discussion that included:

Grand Opening
About the Preserve
History
Implementation Requirements
Future Needs
Modifications from the Honey Bee Village Archeological Preserve Implementation Plan

She made several recommendations for items of further discussion or possible future agenda items. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorn added some details and clarity. There was a great deal of discussion surrounding the likelihood of obtaining the property, its benefits and drawbacks. Chair Biel thanked Commissioner Casaus for an excellent presentation and everyone for their additional input.

DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON COMMISSION RECOMMEND TO STAFF THAT THEY CREATE AN HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT SCAVENGER HUNT FOR YOUTH IN ORO VALLEY

Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorn defined art as culture and cultural resources as culture. The Commission is only responsible for cultural resources not art, all items should have to do with history and what is in the purview of the Commission. Commissioner Hannestad added to the conversation, pieces of artwork can be tied to historic locations. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorn added that there are a lot of resources for children within Town limits and that there is a page on the Town’s website dedicated to this with extensive information. Vice Chair Krueger wondered if this information can be made available for visitors or at locations such as the library, so they might discover what is in Oro Valley. It was discussed getting this program finalized before April to coincide with Celebrate Oro Valley. Commissioner Hannestad added that anything that is not a building is becoming increasingly more difficult to designate as historic, and jurisdiction needs to be considered and that generally many agencies are involved. Vice Chair Krueger mentioned the National Parks Jr. Ranger program would be a good model for the Town’s program. Commissioner Wilson suggested a workbook of sorts. Commissioner Casaus added it would be cost-effective to tie into technology and QR codes. She and Vice Chair Krueger added some type of reward would be a good idea. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorn will work with staff regarding QR codes. Commissioner Wilson brought up the topic of photos, and it was further discussed. Chair Biel thanked everyone for their input.

DEPARTMENT UPDATE

Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorn indicated she made the corrections to the essay questions and they have been sent to all fourth grade teachers in the school district. She asked if anyone had leads on homeschool groups, private or charter schools to please contact her.

The Garage rennovation and Pusch House alarm and fire supression projects have been awarded to Sellers and Sons. Mold and asbestos abatement is complete. Construction is scheduled to be finished before April 11 just in time for Celebrate Oro Valley where the official ribbon cutting will take place.

October is very busy on the Ranch with concerts; hayrides every Saturday evening related to Arizona history; the Monster Mash Festival on the 8^th will include kids games, booths, jumping castles, etc.; the return of second Saturdays during the daytime with music, art, Historical Society tours, children’s art project, and Archeology Southwest presentations. So many events is just one reason Steam Pump Ranch was designated the most visited park in Oro Valley.

November 5^th will be the last concert of the fall and 11/13 is the next Second Saturday.

Rentals of the Ranch included 2 in September, one in October in conjunction with Farmer’s Market, 3 in November and 1 in December.

She concluded that the November 1, 2021 meeting will need moved due to staff attending the Annual APRA Conference in Phoenix. November 8^th was selected.

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS


				Motion by Commissioner Steve Hannestad, seconded by Vice Chair Stephanie Krueger to add to the agenda for November discussion and possible action regarding the Town History Records and Reports.

Vote: 6 - 0 Carried

Other:

Commissioner Puntadeleste Bozeman (ABSENT)


				Motion by Chair Dan Biel, seconded by Commissioner Steve Hannestad to continue discussion of the Oro Valley History on the Town's website with emphasis on implementation, additionally, each member will research and report on a different website providing recommendations of implementation and action.

Vote: 6 - 0 Carried

Other:

Commissioner Puntadeleste Bozeman (ABSENT)


				Motion by Commissioner Nicole Casaus, seconded by Commissioner Michael Wilson to add to the agenda for November discussion and possible action regarding Honeybee Village.

Vote: 6 - 0 Carried

Other:

Commissioner Puntadeleste Bozeman (ABSENT)

ADJOURNMENT


				Motion by Chair Dan Biel, seconded by Commissioner Steve Hannestad to adjourn the meeting at 6:08 p.m.

Vote: 6 - 0 Carried

Other:

Commissioner Puntadeleste Bozeman (ABSENT)

I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular session of the Town of Oro Valley Historic Preservation Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 4th day of October 2021. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.

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MaryAnne Tolmie
Senior Office Specialist