Recreation Manager Lynanne Dellerman reported on the following:
- Steam Pump Ranch assessment
- Steam Pump Ranch ramada structure
Pima County Office of Sustainability & Conservation Director Linda Mayro presented the following:
- Background information on the 2004 bond for acquisition and rehabilitation of Steam Pump Ranch.
- The preservation easement was based on Intergovernmental Agreements.
- Steam Pump Ranch and Honey Bee Village are not zoned as historic.
- Steam Pump Ranch is on the National Register of Historic Places, so there are Secretary of Interior standards.
- Town of Oro Valley is a Certified Local Government and should submit plans and consult with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) on National Register criteria.
- The current work flow process.
Planning Manager/Planning & Zoning Administrator Bayer Vella explained Pima County worked with the developer on the development plan. He review the layout of the plan, with the preserve in the middle surrounded by residential with a commercial center at the front on Moore Road. The developer with this vision sold the property.
A couple months ago, a residential developer was interested in purchasing this area for a single family residential subdivision, with access to the back of the property. Mr. Vella anticipates the site plan will involve commercial and it is important to retain the parking and layout. He will keep the Commission informed when staff receives a reapplication or rezoning.
Discussion ensued regarding:
- Museum for artifacts and Visitors Center
- Required open space set aside and dedicated
- Rezoning is at least a six (6) month process
- 2015 bond election funds for development of Honey Bee Village as an archeological park will not be expended unless the property has public access
- It is important to know what we want exactly for the property
Commissioner Lane worked with Ms. Dellerman and Ms. Diaz-Trahan to finalize the application. She will contact Amphitheater School to determine the next steps and will work with Ms. Dellerman to move forward.
Commissioner Lane suggested using Bill Adler's informational video, a script and brochures. A script needs to be developed.
Commissioner Trail offered to contact Oro Valley Historical Society President Warren Lazar regarding working together on this project.
Chair Guyer opened the floor to audience member and Oro Valley resident Bill Adler. Mr. Adler advised the Commission to link preserving history to economic development.
Commissioner Lane suggested the public be informed through educating service organizations. Chair Guyer added that a bureau would serve multiple purposes.
Commissioner Thomae distributed a document he created illustrating grant opportunities. He reviewed the processes and opportunities.
Discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners and staff.
No report.
Chair Guyer said the final draft is in the packet and it includes Commissioner's comments.
No future assignments.
Ms. Dellerman emailed the information to the Commissioners prior to the meeting.
Commissioner Lane suggested researching Western National Parks trainings.
February Agenda:
- Cultural resources website
- Review of easement workflow
- Reviewing current ordinances
- Assessment Report
- Your Voice, Our Future Community Committee
March Agenda:
- Historic Oro Valley properties presentation by Commissioner Thomae
No discussion.
MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Lane and seconded by Commissioner Thomae to adjourn the meeting at 6:40 p.m.
MOTION carried, 6-0
Prepared by:
Danielle Tanner
Senior Office Specialist
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular session of the Historic Preservation Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 5th day of January, 2015. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.