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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981 11-24 HPB Meetig Minutes RegularA G E N D A EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD REGULAR. MEETING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1981, AT 8:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM I. Approval of the Minutes: October 27, 1981 II. Old St. Patricks Church. 7000 Cahill Road III. History and Architecture of Edina, Minnesota IV. Self Guided Tour of Edina Stephen Sinykin V. Conference Report MHS, Oliver Hudson Kelley Farm VI. Resolution of Appreciation. Betty Paugh VII. Other Business. VIII. Next Meeting Date: December 22, 1981 [ cancel ? ] or January 25, 1982 IX. Adjournment. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD HELD TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1981, AT 8:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROO1 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Foster- Dunwiddie, Tom Martinson, Gordon Stuart, Lois Wilder STAFF PRESENT: Harold Sand 1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Gordon Stuart moved approval of the October 27, 1981 minutes. Lois Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. 11. OLD ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH, 7000 CAHILL RD.: Mr. Dunwiddie said that Mrs. Donna Skagerberg presented additional information about the history of the church at the October meeting. The Board deferred action pending submission of copies of the documents involved. Mr. Sand presented a bibliography of the documents discussed at the meeting. Mr. Sand said that the owner of the property, Mr. Marsh Everson submitted a preliminary site plan for informal review. The plan illustrates the church building preserved in the present location and a two story, 24 unit, "L" shaped apartment building west of the church. The plan preserves views of the church from the front and two sides. Mr. Everson has not determined a use for the church building and discussed the conversion to two dwelling units or possibly a community building. The Board was very pleased with the direction Mr. Everson was pursuing and requested the opportunity to review final development plans. The Board expressed a concern that the plans did not illustrate the massing, roof profile or exterior design. The east wall of the apartment could be designed in a neutral manner to provide a backdrop for the church building. Alternately, the east wall could reflect the architectural themes of the church. The Board was pleased that existing trees will be retained. The Board generally agreed that the development concept in terms of the location of the proposed structure and the vehicular access is to be commended. The Board encouraged the adaptive use of the church building that is compatible with the use of the site. Perhaps a residential density bonus can be permitted for two dwelling units within the preserved church. HISTORY AND ARCHITECTURE OF EDINA, MINNESOTA: Mrs. Sand reported that the bookstores sold their supplies of the book and agreed. to re -order for the Christmas season. A total of 845 books have been sold to date, including 322 by the City, 320 to Bookmen (a wholesale distributor) and 203 to local bookstores. The profit amounts -to approximately $4,200. Heritage Preservation Board November 24, 1981 Page 2 IV. SELF -GUIDED TOUR OF EDINA: Continued until the next meeting. V. CONFERENCE REPORT: Mr. Dunwiddie said that Harold Sand, Gordon Stuart and he attended a conference sponsored by the Minnesota Historical Society at the Oliver Hudson Kelley Farm. Members of Minnesota heritage preservation commissions were invited to learn about the status of State and Federal programs, the tax incentive act and grants-in-aid programs. The conference included presentations by Russell Fridley, Director of the Minneosta Historical Society and staff members Dennis Gimmestad, Don Coddington and Charles Nelson. Mr. Dunwiddie summarized the conference reports. Another conference is tentatively scheduled for May 15, 1982, in Pipestone, MN. Vi. RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION: Mr. Sand presented a resolution of appreciation for Betty Paugh who resigned from the Board on October 27, 1981. Lois Wilder moved that the resolution be adopted by the Board. Tom Martinson seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. VII. OTHER BUSINESS: Mr. Sand said that he has received the quotes for repair of the Edina Mill Kiosk: Nordquist Sign Co. $1,440.00 Leroy Sign S Mfg. $1,400.00 Both quotes include the use of Lexan panels to help protect against further damage. Mr. Rosland, City Manager, has recommended that a portion of the profits from the sale of the history book can be used to pay for the repairs to the kiosk. Mr. Rosland has indicated that he would support City financing of a seond printing of the book because of the fund raising potential. Mr. Dunwiddie said that this use of the funds was consistent with the commitment'.: to the State Grants Committee. The Board generally agreed that it would be preferable to retain Nordquist Sign Co, because they provided the original panels and could save some time in preparation of camera-ready art work. Mr. Martinson moved that the Board allocate funds from the sale of the book to the repair of the Mill site kiosk. Lois Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. Heritage Preservation Board " November 24, 1981 Page 3 VIII. NEXT MEETING DATE: The Board decided to cancel the regularly scheduled December 22, 1981 meeting due to conflicts with holiday events. The next meeting was scheduled for January 26, 1982, at 8:00 p.m. IX. ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Martinson moved the meeting be adjourned. Mrs. Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Harold Sand AGENDA EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1982 AT 8:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM Approval of the Minutes November 24, 1981 Old St. Patricks Church, 7000 Cahill Road Self Guided Tour of Edina IV. Membership Stephen Sinykin V. State Review Board Meeting February 25, 1982 at 7:00 p.m. Country Club District Nomination to the National Register of Historic Places VI. Other Business V11. Next Meeting Date March 23, 1982 at 8:00 p.m. VIII. Adjournment d MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGOFTHE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD HELD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1982, AT 8:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Foster Dunwiddie, Gordon Stuart, Lois Wilder, Tom Martinson, Frank Thorpe, Gary Nyberg STAFF PRESENT: Harold Sand 1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Mr. Stuart moved approval of the November 24, 1981, minutes. Lois Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. 11. OLD ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH: 7000 Cahill Road Mr. Dunwiddie noted that this item was continued from the November 24, 1981, meeting because the Board requested copies of documents outlining the church history. Mr. Sand has obtained copies from the Catholic Historical Society and the Minnesota Historical Society Archives. Included is a questionnaire on parish history completed by Fr. T.P. Ryan on May 29, 1934 and another questionnaire completed by Fr. Vincent Yany on February 15, 1949. In addition, the WPA papers include a history of St. Patrick's Church by Grayce Wallace dated March, 1938. This history contains a note that the 1884 church was remodeled in 1906. The original tall steeple was replaced with a shorter one because it was unstable in strong -winds and causing plaster to fall down. Mr. Dunwiddie said that it would be appropriate that the Board consider recommending Heritage Preservation District zoning of the property based upon the new information available. Mr. Martinson inquired about the reason this matter was before the Board. Mr. Dunwiddie read letters from Fr. Mahon, pastor of St. Patrick's Church and the Edina Historical Society requesting Heritage Preservation District zoning of the property. Mr. Sand said that he recently discussed the status of the property with the owner, Mr. Marsh Everson. Mr. Everson said the building was vacant and he did not have any prospective tenants. He also said that presently he does not have any plans to develop the property because financing was very difficult at this time. Mr. Everson said that his architect, Engstrom Associates recommended that the building would be more marketable as a historic structure if the existing building was resurfaced to look like the 1884 structure. Mr. Dunwiddie noted that the congregation is celebrating its 125th Anniversary on March 14. He is preparing a speech on the history of the church for that occasion. Church members have been requested to bring additional historic documents and information at that time. The Board generally agreed that it would be appropriate to consider the site at a public hearing after the March meeting of the congregation. Mr. Martinson moved that a hearing is scheduled April 27, 1982, at 8:00 p.m. Lois Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. Heritage Preservation Board February 23, 1982 Page 2 Ill. SELF GUIDED TOUR OF EDINA: Stephen Sinykin was not present and this item was continued to the next meeting. IV. MEMBERSHIP AND ELECTION OF OFFICERS: Mr. Sand said that Gordon Stuart and Foster Dunwiddie were re -nominated to the Heritage Preservation Board for two year terms. Stephen Sinykin was re -nominated for a one year term. A new member, Garold (Gary) Nyberg, 4520 Casco Avenue was nominated for a two year term. Mr. Nyberg is an architect with Smiley Glotter Associates. Mr. Dunwiddie said that according to the By-laws, the Board should consider the election of officers and he opened the floor to nominations. Tom Martinson moved that Mr. Dunwiddie be elected Chairman. Lois Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. Frank Thorpe moved that Tom Martinson be elected Vice -Chairman. Lois Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the, motion carried. V. STATE REVIEW BOARD MEETING: February 25, 1982, at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Sand said that the State Review Board will consider the nomination of the Country Club District to the National Register of Historic Places. The nomination has been delayed pending new regulations from the Federal govern- ment. Official notice was published in the "Edina Sun" on January 20, 1982.. In addition, notice was mailed to all of the property owners in the district although this is not required by the regulations. Mayor C. Wayne Courtney and Councilwoman Leslie Turner have indicated they plan to attend the hearing. Donna Skagerberg plans to represent the Edina Historical Society and Harold Sand will represent the Edina Heritage Preservation Board. V1. OTHER BUSINESS: Mr. Sand said that the Edina Engineering Department has turned over a large number of blueprints of the original Southdale development plans. Mr. Martinson said that Southdale has regional and national architectural signi- ficance. He suggested that the Northwest Architectural Archives, associated with the University of Minnesota may be interested in the plans. They have the proper controlled storage environment and the NW Archives are rapidly becoming one of the most significant resources of architectural drawings in the country. The Board generally agreed that the drawings should be placed at the Northwest Architectural Archives if possible. Mr. Frank Thorpe showed a copy of the recently published book about the History of the Edina Country Club (the golf club) written by Paul Foss. Several members of the Board expressed an interest in obtaining a copy of the book. Heritage Preservation Board February 23, 1982 Page 3 Mr. Sand showed the Board a list of firsts for Edina among Hennepin County suburbs compiled in 1965 by Warren Hyde, Village Manager. Tom Martinson added that Edina was the first community to win three consec- utive state championships in high school basketball (1964, 1965, 1966) and the first to win 3 consecutive state championships in high school hockey, (1967, 1968, 1969) . VILNEXT MEETING DATE: VIII. AUJOURNMENT : March 23, 1982, at 8:00 p.m. Tom Martinson moved the meeting be adjourned. Gary Nyberg seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Harold Sand