Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-13-93 HLC MinutesThe December 13, 1993 Historic Landmark Commission meeting was called to order by Chairman Mary Jane Buttrill. The following Commissioners were present: Chairman Mary Jane Buttrill Commissioner Raymond Chaison Commissioner Elmer Embs Commissioner Jessica Foy Commissioner Terrence Holmes Commissioner Debra Kay Johnson Commissioner Becki Stedman Commissioner JoAnn Stiles Commissioner Walter Sutton Commissioner Dorcy Watler The following Commissioners were absent: Commissioner Bruce Hamilton Commissioner Sam Pullig Staff present: Stephen Richardson, Secretary; Nicholas Karavolos, City Planner; Patsy Ellis, Recording Secretary; Kimberly James, Planning Technician. Also present: Councilman -at -Large Andrew Cokinos; Carolyn Howard, Beaumont Main Street. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Commissioner Foy made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 11, 1993 meeting. Approval of the minutes was seconded by Commissioner Chaison. Motion carried 10:0. Commissioner Embs made a motion to approve the minutes of the November 29, 1993 Special Meeting. Approval of the minutes was seconded by Commissioner Watler. } Motion carried 10:0. MINLVrES Landmark Commission Meeting December 13, 1993 REGULAR MEETING A) Request to approve a HC-Dl.l Home Improvement Loan - Oaks Historic District - 2245 Ashley - Daryl G. Prejean. Staff recommends approval of the request because the subject property meets the established standards concerning the Oaks Historic Preservation District ordinance and has already been granted a certificate of appropriateness for the construction work. The applicant wishes to re -deck and re -shingle the existing dilapidated roof and install an architecturally compatible replacement for the aforementioned property. In order to facilitate the necessary repairs, the roof needs to be removed down to the rafters. In conjunction with the roof work, other repairs are being made to the home. Slides of the home were shown. Daryl Prejean, applicant, spoke in favor of the application. He stated that he has lived across the street from the property in question for two (2) years and during that time he has been in touch with the owner's representative who held a power of attorney for the owner who resides in a nursing home. He has been keeping the yards up and keeping the roof wrapped in plastic to prevent any leaking inside the home. Two months ago he acquired the house and read about the loan program. He has already spent $1,600 to refurbish the structure, He has every intention to get the house back in condition to lease. A motion was made by Commissioner Chaison to approve the loan. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Foy. Motion carried 10:0. Loan Program At this time, Nick Karavolos made a presentation on the Loan Program. He stated that the loan program has been well received. The only criticism that has been expressed has been the time frame for pay -back. The changes recommended to be made to the loan program are as follows: • The revolving loan amount shall be set at $15,000 dollars per anum. Strike 2 Landmark Commission Meeting December 13, 1993 out the words "per anum". It is not our intention to imply that at the end of each year the city would add an additional $15,000 dollars. • Loans must be repaid in full within twelve (12) to thirty (30) months, depending on the loan amount. Loans greater than $1,000 must be repaid within two to two and one-half (2 - 2-1/2) years depending upon the amount. Loans up to and including $1,000 must be paid within twelve (12) months. Repayment schedule may be established quarterly, semi-annually or annually or as deemed appropriate by City Council. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Chairman Buttrill stated that she had a few items to talk about. The first is the fact that at the last City Council meeting, $168,500 was approved from block grant money and earmarked for demolition of approximately 145 vacant and run down buildings. Mr. KaravoIos stated that any structures that merit a historic designation would come to the commission's attention, otherwise they go straight to the state for eligibility or denial. For the most part, most structures have been outhouses, sheds, garages, carports and homes that have been significantly damaged by fire and have been approved by the Planning Department. Chairman Buttrill also stated that the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission is reviewing the Texas Historical Commission and Antiquities Committee. This comes up every twelve years. Letters were sent to people whom they thought was interested in preservation. If anyone received a letter, it might be a good idea to write a general letter back to the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission along favorable lines of "keep up the good work" as far as the Texas Historical Commission is concerned. Chairman Buttrill also requested an updated list of all properties with historical markers in the city. 1. 1993 CLG Project - YMCA - Update - Staff continues to work with the YMCA. Administration has instructed us to provide what assistancewe can to the "Y" for this project in their continuing effort to continue the HUD Grant and to also help keep the YMCA facility there. The project is not complete, At this time, we are working with the architect and with HUD to make sure that all the "i's" are dotted and the "t's" crossed so that the YMCA facility doesn't continue to deteriorate. Through this effort it is hoped that the building will be saved and that the YMCA will continue for many years to come. MIIIUTFS Landmark Commission Meeting December 13, 1993 2. National Register Nominations - Update - Stephen Richardson stated that he has talked with Bruce Jensen with the State Historical Commission concerning the three National Registration Nominations, those being the Weiss House, the Temple Emanuel and the YWCA. They have been reviewed and Mr. Jensen said he is sending a letter that would address any shortcomings that need to be addressed. (Commissioner Johnson left at 4:40 p.m.) 3. 1993 CLG Distribution - Update - Stephen Richardson recounted the expenditures for the 1993 CLG Grant. The total grant was for $13,287 - $5,100 federal share and $8,187 local match. As of November 30, 1993, $8,071,82 has been spent with a remaining budget of $5,215.18. 4. January BHLC Orientation Workshop - Mr. Richardson suggests that Monday, January 24, 1994 would be a good day to hold a workshop for new members and a refresher course for existing members. 5. 1994 Historic Landmark Calendar - Mr. Richardson introduced the Historic Landmark Commission 1994 Calendar. He stated that a motion was need to adopt the new calendar. Chairman Buttrill also stated that a Calendar of Events would be most helpful to remind everyone of the different events that is happening each month. Commissioner Sutton made the motion to adopt the 1994 Historic Landmark Calendar as read. Commissioner Watler seconded the motion. The motion carried 9:0. 6. Beaumont Main Street "We Love Week", Feb. 14-18 - Carolyn Howard stated that "We Love Week" will be celebrated February 14-18, 1994 in downtown Beaumont. The purpose of the celebration is to celebrate with different segments of the population such as senior citizens and children. Chairman Buttrill offered the Commission's assistance in helping with the celebration. Commissioner Foy made a motion that the Commission join Main Street in sponsoring the "We Love Historical Structures". M H)TES Landmark Commission Meeting December 13, 1993 Commissioner Embs seconded the motion, Motion carried 9:0. Chairman Buttrill stated that the Commission had money left over from the conference in 1990, approximately $1,200. She asked if the commission could allocate some of that money to help Main Street with some of the expenses of the celebration. Commissioner Foy suggested that Main Street submit a proposal to the Commission stating a specific use for the money. Carolyn Howard agreed. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.