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MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
SPECIAL SESSION
February 10, 2020
HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
             
SPECIAL SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM
             
CALL TO ORDER
  Chair Huff called the meeting to order at 5:03 p.m.
             
ROLL CALL
Present: Dan Huff, Chair  
  Dan Biel, Vice Chair  
  Timothy Bohen, Commissioner  
  Steve Hannestad, Commissioner  
  Gail Munden, Commissioner  
  Eric Thomae, Commissioner  
Absent: Michael Wilson, Commissioner
             
CALL TO AUDIENCE
  N/A
             
COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS
  Council Liaison Solomon commented on the following:
  •  a presentation about Steam Pump Ranch was presented at the last Council Meeting, and stated that a question of what the Town's obligations are with regard to preserving Steam Pump Ranch and if the Town is meeting those obligations.
  • Mr. Solomon also informed the Commission that the Commission might want to consider a future agenda item where the Town can identify a financial source that could meet the commitments of Steam Pump Ranch.
             
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
             
   1. Current information for Historic Preservation Commissioners
  Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne informed the Commission of the following:
  • Attended the National Trust for Historic Places
  • Shared some quotes she acquired from her visit
  • Empire Ranch is talking to schools in the Tucson area
  • Informed the Commission that there is a gentleman by the name of Mike who assists with the repairs at Steam Pump Ranch
             
   2. Report from Oro Valley Historical Society President
  Oro Valley Historical Society President Roxy Johnson reported the following:
  • Thanked the Commission for allowing her the opportunity to present their report every month. 
  • Thanked Town Mayor Joe Winfield for attending this meeting
  • had a guest from Questors attend their January meeting; the historical society will be looking into grants that are provided by Questors
  • Website is up and running with the capability to forward questions to the appropriate committee Chair to be answered
  • Letters from Henry Zip are on display this month; this is a patriotic display that is available to view every Saturday of this month
  • Planning for docents for March 21; this will be the kick off place for the Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation. They will be open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Had 120 guests at the Pusch House last Saturday
  • Tickets for the Priceless Fundraiser event are still available for purchase until March 1st

Commissioner Eric Thomae stated that he visited the Pusch House and stated that there could be a strong partnership between the Commission and the Oro Valley Historical Society to preserve the Pusch House.

President Johnson stated that they will eventually be open every Saturday to display the rotating themes selected by the society to display.

Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne stated that there is a lot more to view aside from just the letters from Henry Ziff that are available.
             
   3. Report from Gail Munden, Historic Preservation Commission liaison to the Oro Valley Historical Society
  Commissioner Munden stated that the Oro Valley Historical Society is trying to achieve tier 2 status, which requires them to be open for 104 hours. Achieving Tier 2 status allows for them to qualify for grants.
             
SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA
             
   1. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE JANUARY 13, 2020 SPECIAL SESSION MEETING MINUTES
             
  Motion by Commissioner Gail Munden, seconded by Vice Chair Dan Biel

  Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
 
Other: Commissioner Michael Wilson (ABSENT)
  Commissioner Hannestad asked if the letter Paul Loomis wrote and presented at the last meeting could be attached to last month's meeting minutes.

Attorney Sidles stated that this is not possible due to state laws.

Commissioner Hannestad stated that modifications should be made to agenda item 3. Commissioner Hannestad also stated that the voting totals are displayed incorrectly.

Commissioner Bohen stated that he was unable to attend the previous meeting, adding that the voting numbers should 5-0 instead of 6-0.

Commissioner Hannestad stated that this issue could possibly be a server errors. Chair Huff stated that these items cannot be discussed currently, as this is to approve the minutes or approve the minutes with modifications.

Commissioner Gail Munden made a motion to approve the minutes of January 13, 2020.

Commissioner Thomae asked for a clarification on Commissioner Munden's motion.

Commissioner Munden corrected her motion to reflect the approval of the minutes as modified.
             
   2. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE 2019 ANNUAL REPORT
             
  Motion by Commissioner Steve Hannestad, seconded by Commissioner Timothy Bohen

  Vote: 5 - 0 Carried
 
Other: Commissioner Eric Thomae (ABSTAINING)
  Commissioner Michael Wilson (ABSENT)
  Commissioner Hannestad stated that her is unsure if his electronic device is causing a glitch in viewing the documents..

Commissioner Munden stated that she did not have any issues in viewing the document electronically.

Commissioner Thomae stated that this could be an issue and would like to have the physical report.

The board asked that Commissioner Munden's name be corrected on the report.

Commissioner Hannestad made a motion to table the item. Commissioner Bohen seconded. Commissioner Thomae abstained.
             
   3. PROGRESS REPORT ON WORK PERFORMED RESULTING FROM THE 2014 STEAM PUMP RANCH CONDITION ASSESSMENT
  rs. Dellerman-Silverthorne presented a powerpoint presentation on the Steam Pump Ranch Condition Assessment report.

Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne presented the following:
  • Repairs to the chicken coops
  • Pictures of the chicken coops
  • Removing adobe for safety hazards
  • Stabilization of the hatchery
  • Carlos's House/The Barbeque
    • Showed the master plans of this building
  • Window frames have been secured
  • Roof deterioration
  • Wall deterioration
  • Roof/Wall possible leak of the Pusch House
  • Next month (March) will be Proctor/Leiber House
Commissioner Munden asked if the front wall of the Barbeque was going to be left in open air. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne confirmed that it was going to be left open as was the original plan.

Commissioner Thomae stated that this agenda item does not have any room for discussion. Attorney Sidles confirmed.

Commissioner Bohen asked Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne if this property has been evaluated by a professional. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne stated that there are no funds for that and stated that this can be requested.

Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne stated that it can be rehabilitaed. .

Commissioner Munden clarified that this building just needs to be put back.

Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne agreed.

Commissionre Thomae clarified his question, and reiterated if yes there is enough of the building.
             
   4. LOCAL REGISTRY REPORT
  Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne shared an email communication between herself and an individual by the name of Susan. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne also contacted Joan Miller from Suffolk Hills, who is interested in learning about the local registry. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne shared an email from Tray Alexander, who is proceeding with her variance request.

Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne informed the Commission that she will be working with Town Employee Joe Lunne to begin the process of Oral Histories.
             
   5. ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
  Chair Huff stated the following:
  • Beginning of his 6th term this year
  • Oro Valley is very important to him
  • Stated that he respects each commission member, and stated that this is a good opportunity for new leadership
  • Thanked the commission and encouraged the commission to nominate new leaders
Attorney Sidles stated that the nominations for Chair would begin first.

Commissioner Hannestad nominated Commissioner Gail Munden for Chair and Commissioner Bohen Seconded.

Chair Huff nominated Eric Thomae for Chair and Vice Chair Biel seconded.

Chair Huff asked if there were any other nominees that would like to be presented.

Attorney Sidles stated that Commissioner Munden's nomination for Chair needs to be voted on first, as her nomination was presented first.

The following Commission members voted in favor of Commissioner Munden:
  • Commissioner Hannestad
  • Commissioner Munden
  • Commissioner Bohen
Chair Huff informed the board that due to a majority not being reached, the Commission moved to the next nominee.

The following Commission members voted in favor of Commissioner Thomae as Chair:
  • Chair Huff
  • Vice Chair Biel
  • Commissioner Thomae
Due to a tie in votes for both nominees, Attorney Sidles stated that it would be a good idea to move on to Vice Chair.

Chair Huff nominated Vice Chair Biel to continue with this position. Vice Chair Dan Biel stated that he has enjoyed this position and would like to continue serving as Vice Chair. Chair Huff seconded the motion. Chair Huff asked if there were any other nominations for Vice Chair.

Attorney Sidles informed the Commission that they would need to table the nominations for the Chair position for the next meeting.

Chair Huff made a move to place this item on the March agenda.
 
             
  Motion by Vice Chair Dan Biel, seconded by Chair Dan Huff

  Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
             
  Motion by Chair Dan Huff, seconded by Commissioner Eric Thomae

  Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
             
   6. DEPARTMENT REPORT
  Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne reported the following:
  • Student essays will be submitted soon; and will be on the April 15 council meeting
  • Parks & Recreation Director Kristy Diaz-Trahan Gave a history on Steam Pump Ranch history and the financial background at the January 22, 2020 Council Meeting
  • A consultant has not yet been selected for the Steam Pump Ranch improvements
  • Voting for the Naranja park
  • Parks & Recreation Deputy Director Matthew Jankowski & Kristy Diaz-Trahan received an email from a Historical Society member from New Hampshire positively recognizing Oro Valley's Historical Society links.
  • A playground will be added to Naranja Park that will modify the roadway, allowing entrance and exit solely through Mussett Rd. during the construction phase
             
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
 
  • Commissioner Munden would like to have an explanation and discussion of the contractual obligations that Pima County has, as spoken by HPC Liaison Councilman Solomon
    • Proposed budget as outlined
    • HPC's defined powers
      • Referenced article 10.6.1
  • Commissioner Thomae would like to discuss the easement and would like to have some time to discuss his opinion on the easement and would like to discuss the Town's master plan of 2008
    • Discuss priorities for HPC based on the master plan and the easement
  • Chair Huff asked Commissioner Thomae to clarify if he would like all of these items on the agenda
  • Commissioner Thomae stated that he would like to know what the priorities are for SPR
Attorney Sidles presented the future agenda items he acquired through the commission.

Commissioner Thomae stated that he would like to know that the priorities are

Commissioner Hannestad would like to propose for the April meeting enlightenment and discussion regarding the current policy for agenda writing.

Commissioner Munden asked for information on the Steam Pump Ranch restoration.
             
ADJOURNMENT
             
  Motion by Chair Dan Huff, seconded by Commissioner Gail Munden

  Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
  Chair Huff made a motion to adjourn the meeting, and Commissioner Munden seconded. Meeting was adjourned at 6:11 p.m.
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the special session of the Town of Oro Valley Historic Preservation Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 10th day of February 2019.  I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.

Dated this _____ day of ____________________, 2019.
 

___________________________
Maritza Valenzuela
Senior Office Specialist

    

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