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Edina Heritage Preservation Board
Regular Meeting
Thursday, March 11, 1976, at 7:30 P.M.
Edina City Hall Conference Room
I. Approval of the Minutes: February 4, 1976, Special Meeting and
February 11, 1976, Regular Meeting
II. Edina Mills
A. Project Description and Environmental Assessment.
B. Feasiblity Study Discussion.
C. National Register Application.
III. Heritage Preservation Criteria Discussion.
IV. Other Business.
V. Adjournment.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD
HELD THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 1976
EDINA CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM
Members_ Present: Foster Dunwiddie, Chairman, Tom Martinson, Paul Mucke, Gordon
Stuart, George Burke, Maryanne Herman
Staff Present: Harold Sand, Planning Assistant.
I. Approval of the Minutes.
Mr. Dunwiddie noted that the minutes labelled February 3, 1976, should be
February 4, 1976. Mr. Mucke moved the February 4, 1976 minutes be approved as
amended. Mr. Stuart seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. No comments or
corrections being heard about the February 11, 1976, minutes, Mr. Burke moved that
they be approved as submitted. Mr. Mucke seconded the motion. All voted aye.
Motion carried.
II. Edina Mills.
A. Project Description and Environmental Assessment.
Mr. Sand presented the project description that will be submitted to HUD
and he presented the memo from Gordon Hughes, Environmental Planner, detailing the
procedures necessary to release community development funds for the mill project.
After a brief discussion, the Board generally agreed the description was accurate.
Mr. Sand mentioned the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District plans for a canoe landing
in the mill pond and a portage through Dwight Williams Park. General discussion
indicated that the two projects may be conflicting. Mr. Dunwiddie requested the staff
contact the Watershed District informally to discuss the problem.
B. Feasibility Study Discussion.
Mr. Sand read the notes that Mr. McWethy supplied in his absence. The
Board generally agreed that the outline was complete and requested the staff prepare
a formal outline for the next meeting. Mr. Sand noted that he contacted Mr. Alan
Woodworth, State Historical Society Archaeologist, who agreed to assist the city to
locate an archaeologist to supervise the excavation -at an estimated cost of $100 per
day for six days. Mr. Dunwiddie noted that this effort could possibly be combined
with an Edina East High School Archaeology program that is planned this summer.
No further action was taken.
C. National Register Application.
Mr. Dunwiddie presented copies of the application he prepared to designate
the Edina Mills site a historic place of local significance on the National Register.
Mr. Sand noted that the City Council had authorized the application February 23, 1976.
After a review of the application, Mr. Martinson moved that the staff forward
the nomination to the State Review Board for consideration. Mrs. Herman seconded
the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried.
III. Heritage Preservation Criteria.
Mr. Dunwiddie recalled that the board continued the discussion on this
matter to consider modifications to reflect the local context and possibly eliminate
the 50 year age limitation.
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Mr. Sand read Mr. McWethy's notes on the subject indicating support for
the proposal because there is latitude for interpretation. He suggested that this
does not limit the activities of the Board because the criteria applies to rezoning
and other levels of designation can be established.
Mr. Martinson stated that the 50 year limit was an old concept that is
changing. Architectural historians are recognizing that every period has good themes
and representing projects that should be preserved. After additional discussion,
Mr. Stuart moved that the 50 year limitation be stricken. Mr. Mucke seconded. All
voted aye. Motion carried.
Mr. Martinson suggested that a paragraph should be added to indicate that
the Board will consider and identify other important physical elements that may not
need rezoning. Mr. Burke moved that the item be held over to allow Mr. Martinson
to compose his proposal for the next meeting. Mr. Mucke seconded the motion. All
voted aye. Motion carried.
IV. other Business:
Mr. Martinson stated that the Edina Eye Clinic, located in the 50th and
France redevelopment district, was due to be demolished and that it was a significant
building. It is the only example of "Moderne" architecture in the city and one of
the few examples in the state because that style was utilized during the depression
when few buildings were built. The building is too new to be commonly recognized
for preservation, however, it probably will gain recognition in ten years. He
suggested that it could be quite economical to relocate the building ($10,000 -
$12,000) based on the current cost for new construction of a similar structure.
Mr. Dunwiddie suggested that a park location like the Parbury property may be
appropriate and useful as a part of the art center. The Board generally agreed that
an attempt should be made to relocate the building. Mr. Martinson moved that the
staff contact the appropriate city officials and discuss the possibility of moving
the eye clinic building. Mr. Mucke seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion
carried.
V. Adjournment.
Mr. Mucke moved that the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Burke seconded. All
voted aye. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Harold Sand, Planning Assistant
AGENDA
Edina Heritage Preservation Board
Regular Meeting
Thursday, April #8, 1976, at 7:30 P.M.
Edina City Hall Conference Room
I. Approval of the Minutes: March 11, 1976
II. Edina Mills Feasibility Study Outline.
III. Heritage Preservation Criteria.
IV. Research Projects.
V. Other Business.
VI. Next Meeting Date: May 13, 1976, at 7:30 P.M.
VII. Adjournment.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Edina Heritage Preservation Board
FROM: Harold Sand, Planning Assistant
SUBJECT: April 8, 1976, Meeting
I will be in Duluth attending the Minnesota Planning Association convention
on April 8th. The conflict unexpectedly arose when our meeting day was
changed. I have arranged to have Gordon Hughes, Environmental Planner,
to attend in my place.
HS:ln
April 2, 1976
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD
HELD THURSDAY, APRIL 8, 1976, at 7:30 P.M.
EDINA CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM
Members Present: Foster Dunwiddie, Chairman, Tom Martinson, Paul Mucke, Gordon
Stuart, George Burke, Maryanne Herman, and James McWethy.
Staff Present: IGordon Hughes, Environmental Planner.
I. Approval of the Minutes: March 11, 1976.
Mr. Martinson noted that on page 2 the Edina Eye Clinic should be classified
as "streamline moderne" because there is also "zig zag moderne" and "P.W.A.
moderne". Mr. Mucke moved that the March 11, 1976, minutes be approved as
corrected. Mr. Burke seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried.
II. Edina Mills Feasibilitv Studv Outline.
Mr. Dunwiddie announced that the Minnesota Historical Society Review Board
would be considering the nomination of the Edina Mills site to the National
Register on April 28 at 7:00 P.M. at Fort Snelling. He requested that one of the
Board members represent the city for this request. Mr. Stuart agreed to attend.
Mr. Dunwiddie read a letter from Ms. Donna Walther, Historic Preservation
Planner for the Minnesota Historical Society stating that they have reviewed the
1976 Edina Mills project and determined that there will be no adverse effect on the
site and the project should be beneficial to the site.
Mr. Hughes presented a preliminary survey of Dwight Williams Park that was
prepared by the Edina Engineering Department. He noted that the floodplain was a
small area well removed from the mill foundation; however, the Minnehaha Creek
Watershed District would have to review the project. Mr. Dunwiddie commented that
the stone that holds the park plaque is anticipated to be located close to the
southeast corner of the foundation.
Mr. Dunwiddie presented the staff outline of the feasibility study, noting
that it indicates that no work would be done until public hearings were held. The
three alternatives were discussed and the general consensus was that the outline
was complete. Mr. Dunwiddie stated that City ownership of the site is important.
Mr. Stuart moved that the outline be accepted for future development. Mrs.
Herman seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried.
III. Heritage Preservation Criteria.
Mr. Dunwiddie read Mr. Martinsods proposed addition and suggested that the
words "any survey should be taken by" should be stricken leaving "thus the Board
should strive . . ." Mr. Martinson agreed for clarity and moved that the criteria
be adopted as "amended and appended". Mr. Burke seconded. All voted aye. Motion
carried.
In reference to the policy statement No. l.that incorporates the H.P.
criteria, Mr. Dunwiddie explained the purpose. The Board discussed the usefulness
for decision making and possible legal challenges. Mr. Dunwiddie stated that
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No. 3, concerning the condition of the structure, needs study. Mr. Martinson
commented that it would be useful to consider the adaptability of the structure.
Mr. Stuart moved to continue this item until the next meeting. Mr. Martinson
seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried.
IV. Research Proiects.
The Board discussed the state survey forms and generally concluded that it
would be necessary to develop a form specifically for Edina's purposes.
Mr. Dunwiddie mentioned that the Grimes house had been included on the National
Register.
After a discussion of the list of projects, Mr. Martinson indicated he would
study the history of residential development in Edina with emphasis on the Country
Club District and Edina Highlands. Mr. Burke requested the old St. Patrick's
Church at 70th and Cahill Road. Mr. McWethy requested Southdale and the old
Morningside Congregational Church. Mrs. Herman requested the old Calvary of
Cahill Church at 70th and Cahill Road. Mr. Stuart requested the Sly house at
6124 Brookview Avenue. Mr. Dunwiddie indicated he would try to develop the survey
form.
V. Other Business:
Mr. Mucke inquired about the proposed canoe landing on Minnehaha Creek at
Browndale Avenue. Mr. Hughes explained that the watershed district has been
contacted and that he feels that adjustments can be made to solve the problem.
VI. Adjournment.
Mr. Burke moved that the meeting be adjourned, and Mr. Mucke seconded the
motion. All voted aye.
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