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MINUTES HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR SESSION September 8, 2020 ZOOM MEETING

CALL TO ORDER

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

ROLL CALL

Present:	Dan Biel, Vice Chair
	Steve Hannestad, Commissioner
	Dan Huff, Commissioner
	Michael Wilson, Commissioner
	Gail Munden, Chair
Absent:	Timothy Bohen, Resigned
	Eric Thomae, Resigned
Staff Present:	Steve Solomon, Council Laison
	Tobin Sidles, Town Attorney
	Kristy Diaz-Trahan, Parks and Recreation Director
	Matthew Jankowski, Parks and Recreation Deputy Director
	Lynanne Dellerman, Recreation & Cultural Resources Manager
	Brandon Laue, Aquatic Center Manager
	Nancy Ellis, Assistant Recreation Manager
	MaryAnne Tolmie, Senior Office Specialist
Attendees:	James Stevens, ConsultEcon, Presenter

CALL TO AUDIENCE

Chair Munden opened the Call to Audience.

No comments were received.

Chair Munden closed the Call to Audience.

COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS

Council Member Solomon welcomed everyone to the meeting.

INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

Current information of importance for Historic Preservation Commissioners

Ms. Dellerman pointed the Commission to the attachment. She informed the Commission that she will be giving further education on Section 106 referenced at the end of the attachment.

Report from Oro Valley Historical Society President

Former Mayor Paul Loomis reported that due to COVID only the Executive Committee has been meeting. They are working with the Town regarding the budget and the Pusch House office agreement. They received the report for the Adaptive Reuse Plan, and he was not aware of any feedback.

CONSENT AGENDA

REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE MARCH 2, 2020 REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES


				Motion by Commissioner Michael Wilson, seconded by Vice Chair Dan Biel to approve the minutes of the March 2, 2020 Regular Session Meeting

		Vote: 5 - 0 Carried

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

	1.	DISCUSSION AND PRESENTATION BY CONSULTECON REGARDING THE ADAPTIVE REUSE STUDY PROJECT FROM FY20
		Ms. Dellerman introduced James Stevens of ConsultEcon to speak to the presentation entitled Steam Pump Ranch Feasibility Study. Mr. Stevens was part of the original assessment in 2008 and is very familiar with the Ranch. This presentation included: ConsultEcon Overview Project Goals Scope of Work Summary of Findings Next Steps/Implementation. Discussion ensued with Mr. Stevens, Staff, and Commissioners regarding item #8.1. Commissioner Wilson asked if there are any contingency plans in place regarding expansion, and Commissioner Hannestad requested that the presentations be made available in advance as he does not have access to video.

	2.	DISCUSSION REGARDING HPC FUTURE FUNDING REQUESTS PRIORITIZATION PLAN
		Ms. Dellerman indicated that as an annual review, the HPC will discuss priorities for future funding desires using past documents as reference points. Topic will be discussed in an upcoming Study Session. She will send the Commission links to reports to view prior to the study session. Ms. Dellerman then offered ideas on uses of funding. Mr. Jankowski added that the study session will be less formal with open conversation and communication, brainstorming, and discussion. The result of the study session will be to generate specifics for the next regular session meeting. Chair Munden opened the item for public comment. Devon Sloan a resident of Oro Valley asked a question on the reuse of the buildings. Ms. Dellerman responded that everything within the historic core is part of the national registry and is required to retain the same integrity on the outside, however the inside may be changed. Chair Munden closed the item.

	3.	SCHEDULE A STUDY SESSION TO WORK ON OBJECTIVES FOR # 2


				Motion by Chair Gail Munden, seconded by Commissioner Dan Huff to approve a Study Session meeting on Thursday, September 24th at 3:00 p.m. via zoom.

		Vote: 5 - 0 Carried

	4.	PRESENTATION ON EDUCATION/TRAINING IN PRESERVATION FOR A CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT
		Ms. Dellerman plans to study and then train or educate Commissioners each month on topics regarding Historic Preservation. This month she took excerpts from the National Alliance for Preservation Commission, the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, and the Certified Local Government Program. She also spoke on the role of the Commission as they promote good stewardship and active use in historic properties.

	5.	DISCUSSION IN LOCAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS PROJECT PLAN TIMELINE
		As part of the annual Review, the HPC will discuss priorities for future funding desires using past documents as reference points. This topic will be further discussed in an upcoming Study Session. Ms. Dellerman reported that she will send to the Commission Code 6-10.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

	1.	Update on CIP funds for FY20/21 at Steam Pump Ranch (Garage and Pusch House)
		Mr. Jankowski reported $550,000 is in the budget for design and construction of the garage building, and fire suppression of the Pusch House, Item # 9.2. Garage plans are almost 30% complete and construction should begin after January 1 with the project completed by June 30, 2020.

	2.	Progress to date on Pusch House fire suppression system
		Mr. Jankowski reported part of the $550,000 from Item #8.1 includes the fire suppression of the Pusch House. The Town has been coordinating with a fire suppression company, that installs these type of systems, and other Town departments to reduce costs. The Water Utility department will provide the infrastructure to the building, rather than a local contractor, which will provide substantial savings to the overall project cost. Design plans are in process, and like the Garage, design should be completed by the first of the year, with construction beginning shortly thereafter.

	3.	Update on Agreement with Historical Society for use of office in Pusch House
		Mr. Jankowski continues to work with the Historical Society regarding a lease agreement. The most recent comments were received by the Town on September 2, and he anticipates further discussion in order to move forward.

	4.	Update on the activities at Steam Pump Ranch

	5.	Update on discussion with planning pertaining to the Gist Home owned by the Alexanders in Oro Valley Country Club Estates

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
		No future agenda items were requested.

ADJOURNMENT


				Motion by Chair Gail Munden, seconded by Commissioner Steve Hannestad to adjourn the meeting at 6:47 p.m.

Vote: 5 - 0 Carried

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 8th day of September, 2020. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.

Dated this 7th day of October 2020.

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MaryAnne Tolmie
Senior Office Specialist