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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976 03-11 HPB Meeting Minutes RegularAGENDA 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. 3-11-76 Heritage Preservation Board Minutes Page 2 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 4-8-76 Heritage Preservation Board Minutes, page 2 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. Resp�ully subm' t , �CiYdon Hff hes g ! Environmental Planner