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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 HPB Meeting Minutes RegularA G E N D A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL LOWER LEVEL CONFERENCE ROOM I. INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS: John Cooney John McCauley II. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: October 27, 1993 III. CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT APPLICATION UPDATE: IV. HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD BY-LAWS: Review and Update V. OTHER BUSINESS: VI. NEXT MEETING DATE: February 23, 1993 VII. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL LOWER LEVEL COUNCIL ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Gary Nyberg, Jack Cooney, Marilyn Curtis, John McCauley, Lois Wilder, Donald Wray MEMBERS ABSENT: Herman Ratelle STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya I. INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS: John Cooney and John McCauley were welcomed as the newest members of the Board. Board members each introduced themselves and shared their interests and background. II. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Marilyn Curtis moved for approval of the minutes from the October 27, 1992, meeting. Donald Wray seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. III. CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT APPLICATION UPDATE: Ms. Repya advised the Board that most of the Board Members resumes had been submitted to staff. Once all resumes have been collected and the By -Laws have been updated, staff will compile the application package for submittal to the state. No formal action was taken. IV. HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD BY-LAWS: Board Members having reviewed the By -Laws prior to the meeting, discussed the inconsistencies they found relative to the current operation of the HPB. Lois Wilder moved that Section 8 outlining the monthly meeting date and time be changed to read, "The Board shall hold regular monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at 4801 West 50th Street in the City of Edina, Minnesota." John Cooney seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. 1 Discussion ensued relative to the reference in the By -Laws to a Board Secretary. It was agreed that since the staff representative serves as the Board Secretary that the references to a Secretary should be deleted. Lois Wilder then made the following motion: 1. Under the Officers heading of the By -Laws, Section #13, the Office of Secretary should be removed from a listing of officers; and 2. Under Section 17, all references to the Secretary should be changed to Staff Representative and the last paragraph explaining the ability to assign a Secretary from city staff should be deleted. Marilyn Curtis seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. V. OTHER Edina Mill Site Ms. Repya advised the Board that in 1976 the HPB had made application for the Edina Mill site to be nominated to the National Register of Historic Places. Since that time, much confusion has arisen as to the status of that application. It appears that in May of 1976 the State Review Board approved the application and forwarded it on to the Department of Interior for final approval. Apparently, they returned the application to the City requesting additional information. In August of 1976 the City resubmitted the National Register Application to the Park Service with the requested information. After the August 1976 correspondence with the National Park Service our files show no further correspondence until January 1979 when the State advised the City that the Federal Government requires evidence that the Mill's foundation exists. Although an extensive dig was undertaken at the Mill Site in 1977 by Richard Busch, there was apparently no correspondence from the City to the National Park Service regarding the status of the Mill foundation. Ms. Repya further explained that the State agrees that the site has local significance, but feels it does not meet the necessary criteria for a State designation. Scott Antonson of the Minnesota Historical Society explained that if the HPB chose to resubmit the National Register application at the time, he felt a professional historian should be employed to draft the application in order to adequately justify the integrity of the site since so 2 many changes have occurred in the National Register Program since application was first made in 1976. Discussion ensued regarding the application process and the possibility of using grant funds if we become a Certified Local Government city. No formal action was taken. VI. NEXT MEETING DATE: February 23, 1993, at the Arneson Acres Historical Society museum, 4711 West 70th Street. VII. ADJOURNMENT: 8:15 P.M. Joyce Repya 3 A G E N D A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA HISTORICAL CENTER AT ARNESON ACRES 4711 WEST 70TH STREET I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: January 26, 1993 II. ELECTION OF OFFICERS: III. EDINA MILL SITE/BROWNDALE BRIDGE: IV. OTHER BUSINESS: V. HISTORIC MUSEUM TOUR: VI. NEXT MEETING DATE: March 23, 1993 VIII. ADJOURNMENT: MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA HISTORICAL CENTER AT ARNESON ACRES 4711 WEST 70TH STREET MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman, Gary Nyberg, Jack Cooney, Marilyn Curtis, John McCauley, Herman Ratelle, Lois Wilder and Donald Wray STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Marilyn Curtis moved for approval of the minutes from the January 26, 1993, meeting. John McCauley seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. II. ELECTION OF OFFICERS: Marilyn Curtis moved to nominate Gary Nyberg for another term as Chairman of the Heritage Preservation Board. Mr. Nyberg accepted the nomination. Donald Wray seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. Marilyn Curtis moved to nominate Donald Wray as Vice -Chairman of the Heritage Preservation Board. Mr. Wray accepted the nomination. Gary Nyberg seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. III. BROWNDALE BRIDGE/EDINA MILL SITE: A. Browndale Bridge Ms. Repya explained that the City is in the process of researching the history of the Browndale Bridge to develop plans for it's revitalization. A project review team will be established consisting of representatives from the Country Club neighborhood, City Staff, U.S. Corps of Engineers, MN Department of Transportation, and the Minnehaha Watershed District to name a few. The review team will address historical implications, traffic concerns, and water flow as it relates to Minnehaha Creek. Mr. Hoffman, the City Engineer foresees the study to take the, better part of 1993, however, no final time line has been established for the project. Ms. Repya advised the Board that once the review team begins there work, the Heritage Preservation Board will be kept advised of the progress and will be called upon for their input. The Board discussed the history of the bridge both as it relates to the Country Club District and the old mill site. No formal action was taken. B. Edina Mill Site Marilyn Curtis reminded the Board that at the January Heritage Preservation Board meeting the history. of the National Register application for the mill was reviewed. At that time, it was mentioned that in January, 1979, the State advised the City that the Federal Government required evidence of the existence of the mill's foundation. Ms. Curtis shared a photograph of the mill foundation that was part of the excavation report on the mill from 1977; giving proof to the state's query regarding the existence of foundation. Discussion ensued regarding the events relating to the mill's National Register Application in the late 19701s. Board members agreed that the Edina Mill site is historically significant beyond its local designation and should merit a place on the National Register of Historic Places. Marilyn Curtis moved that the board proceed with the application for National Register designation for the Edina Mill Site. Herman Ratelle seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. IV. OTHER BUSINESS: Boards and Commissions Dinner Meeting Chairman Nyberg reminded the Board of the upcoming Boards and Commissions dinner meeting on March 24, 1993, 6:00 p.m. at the Centennial Lakes Centrum Building. V. EDINA HISTORICAL MUSEUM TOUR: Board members adjourned from the business portion of the meeting and proceeded with a tour of the museum conducted by Marilyn Curtis who created the current antique valentine exhibit "Snippets and Sonnets" on display at the museum until April 24, 1993. VI. NEXT MEETING DATE: March 23, 1993 VII. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Joyce Repya a M E M O R A N D U M TO: Heritage Preservation Board FROM: Joyce Repya, Associate Planner SUBJECT: Meeting Cancellation, March 23, 1993 DATE: March 18, 1993 The regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, -March 23, 1993, has been cancelled due to lack of subject matter. I look forward to seeing you at the Boards and Commissions meeting on Wednesday, March 24th. A G E N D A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: February 23, 1993 II. PERMIT FOR MODIFICATION APPLICATION: Jonathan Grimes House 4200 West 44th Street Request: Erect a 10 foot diameter satellite dish antennae in the rear yard III. 14TH ANNUAL HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/CLG WORKSHOP: IV. OTHER BUSINESS: V. NEXT MEETING DATE: May 25, 1993 VI. ADJOURNMENT: MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Marilyn Curtis moved for approval of the minutes from the February 23, 1993, meeting. John McCauley seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. II. PERMIT FOR MODIFICATION APPLICATION: Jonathan Grimes House - 4200 West 44th Street Reauest: To erect a 10 toot in diameter satellite dish antenna in the rear yard. Ms. Repya reminded the Board that the Jonathan Grimes house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as well as being locally zoned Heritage Preservation District. The current residents, Dr. and Mrs. Bruce Fererra are proposing to erect a 10 foot in diameter satellite dish antenna in the rear yard 30 feet from the northeast corner of the house; thus the need for a permit from Heritage Preservation Board. Ms. Repya explained that Edina's Antenna Ordinance No. 815 requires a permit to erect a satellite dish larger than nine square feet in cross section and taller than six feet in height. The Ordinance stipulates that in the residential zone, dish antennas shall not exceed 12 feet in height measured from the ground elevation to the highest point of the dish. The 16 foot height proposed for the satellite dish requires a four foot height variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals. The satellite company has explained that the proposed location and height of the antenna is necessary to receive the satellite signal over the tall tree line along the west property boundary. The variance request will be heard by the Board of Appeals on May 6, 1993 to provide initial review by the Heritage Preservation Board. Ms. Repya pointed out that she had spoken to Charles Nelson, State Historical Architect about the proposal. He explained that since the satellite dish is not a permanent structure, will not be visible from the front street and will not be attached to the house, it would be permissible. Mr. Nelson further stated that it is important for the Heritage Preservation Board to review the antenna request in order to document that care has been taken to place the satellite in the rear yard, not visible from the front street and not attached to the house. Ms. Repya advised the Board that there are two elements which enter into play when dealing with the antenna ordinance and Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements on historic properties. It appears that the city cannot deny a property owner access to satellite signals as mandated by the FCC. However, at the same time, it is important that the architectural integrity of an historic property is not compromised by changes made on the site. By placing the antenna in the rear yard where staff has been assured it will not be visible from the front street, it appears that the architectural integrity of the home will not be detrimentally affected. Ms. Repya concluded by stating that staff recommends the Board stipulate approval of the modification request predicated upon the following facts: 1. The satellite dish antenna is a temporary structure. 2. The satellite dish antenna will not be attached to the house, and will be erected in the rear yard, and 3. The satellite dish antenna will not be visible from the front street. Board members discussed the site plan and photographs of similar antennas. Gary Nyberg asked how the antenna was viewed to be a temporary, not permanent structure. Mr. James Aufderhide, the satellite dish installer representing the Fererras explained that the antenna mast is sunk into a pier of concrete. The dish antenna is then set on the pole and adjusted to the correct height. The assembly is not unlike a "tree -type" clothes line which too can be sunk in concrete. To remove the antenna one would remove the satellite dish from the pole and dig up the concrete pier. Board members asked for clarification regarding placement of the antenna. Referring to the site plan, Mr. Aufderhide explained that the dense tree line and height of the garage on the west property line causes the dish to be angled at 16 feet in order to receive the signal. Following a brief discussion, Lois Wilder moved for approval of the permit for modification predicated upon the fact that: 1. The satellite 2. The satellite house and will 3. The satellite street. dish antenna is a dish antenna will be erected in the dish will not be 2 temporary structure. not be attached to the rear yard, and visible from the front John Cooney seconded. the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. III. 14TH ANNUAL. HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSIONICLG WORKSHOP: On April 23 1993, Marilyn Curtis and Joyce Repya attended the 14th Annual HPC Workshop put on by the Minnesota Historical Society. The workshop was held in the new History Center in St. Paul. Britta Bloomberg, the Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer welcomed the participants and provided an overview of the workshop. Charles Nelson, the State Historical Architect presented an excellent program addressing design review, particularly as it pertains to the "Main Street" commerce areas. Constance Beaumont with the National Trust for Historic Preservation addressed the group, encouraging local commissions to get involved in preserving their history. Ms. Curtis and Ms. Repya a both considered the workshop worthwhile and encouraged all Board members to attend the 15th Annual Workshop in 1994. IV. OTHER BUSINESS: - Browndale Bridge Report - Gary Nyberg advised the Board that he attended a neighborhood (Country Club District) meeting held by Fran Hoffman, the City Engineer to discuss and learn of options for renovations to the Browndale Bridge. Mr. Hoffman explained that this was an informational gathering session at which time staff would like to find out which direction the neighborhood would like the City to move. Some options Mr. Hoffman offered included: 1. To restore the existing structure 2. To restore the existing structure with one-way use. 3. To restore the existing structure with one-way bridge and one-way east of the Mill site. 4. To maintain the existing lower portion with new deck to allow two-way traffic. 5. To close the bridge and cul-de-sac Browndale Bridge. 6. Replace the existing structure and dam, and 7. To do nothing. Mr. Hoffman pointed out that the project will require input from many and no timeline had bepnestablished. Mr. Nyberg noted that the neighborhood was largely represented 3 by residents from Browndale and Wooddale Avenues whose concerns centered around traffic density and speed. Consulting traffic engineers were present and offered possible ramifications of the alternatives. Mr. Hoffman advised the neighbors that their traffic concerns would be addressed to the Traffic Safety Committee. At the end of the meeting a sign-up sheet was passed for those interested in serving on the Browndale Bridge Project review team. Mr. Nyberg will be serving on the review team representing the Heritage Preservation Board as well as the Casco Avenue residents. He will be updating the HPB on progress of the project in the months ahead. VI. NEXT MEETING DATE: May 25, 1993 at "The Baird House" home of Jack and Marilyn Curtis, 4400 West 50th Street, 7:00 p.m. VII. ADJOURNMENT: 8:00 P.M. /1 r C� oyce Repya 4 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD MONDAY, MAY 24, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. GEORGE BAIRD HOUSE, 4400 WEST 50TH STREET MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman, Gary Nyberg, John Cooney, Marilyn Curtis, John McCauley, and Donald Wray MEMBERS ABSENT: Herman Ratelle and Lois Wilder STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Marilyn Curtis moved for approval of the minutes from the April 27, 1993, meeting. John McCauley seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. II. PERMITS FOR MODIFICATION: A. Jonathan Grimes House, 4200 West 44th Street Request: 1. Family Room Addition, and 2. Landscape Plan 1. Family Room Addition Chairman Gary Nyberg introduced Mr. John Newell, designer of the proposed addition to the Grimes house who advised the Board that a 2516" X 1616" family room/dinette addition is planned to replace the existing 15' X 816" family room. This small family room was originally a porch added to the house in the early 19001s; over the years, it was converted to a family room/library. The proposed family room measures 1716" X 1616" with a vaulted, beamed ceiling. The windows on either side of the fireplace are similar to those in the original formal dining room; and a bay window topped with a gothic window above as found on the east and north elevations has been included to provide a continuity of the gothic design to the addition. The proposed dinette area measuring 8' X 1616" has an 8 foot ceiling with a flat roof to ensure that window spaces on the second floor are not compromised. The rooftop deck railing will match the railings on the original structure and removable cedar deck panels are proposed over the rubber membrane on the flat roof. A full view door is proposed to replace a window on the north wall of the west bedroom to provide access on to the deck. Mr. Newell pointed out that on the east wall of the existing kitchen a window will be replaced with a pocket door to provide access into the new dining area. Addressing the exterior of the plan, Mr. Newell explained that 3" lap siding is proposed, as found in the original structure. The 12:12 pitch of the shed roof is consistent with the existing roof lines as are the cedar shake shingles proposed; and the addition will be painted to match the existing structure. Chairman Nyberg asked if snow loads on the proposed flat roof over the dining area had been considered. Mr. Newell explained that the flat roof should not cause a problem for snow removal or drainage, adding that the original house has a flat roof over each bay. The flat roof design was chosen for the dinette addition to save two windows on the second story. Marilyn Curtis asked if plans have been made for the outbuilding at the rear of the property. Mr. Newell explained that the two windows taken out of the house to allow for the addition will be used in the out building which the Ferrera's will use as a warming house for their backyard ice rink. Chairman Nyberg asked if the Ferrera's have plans to change the design of the garage so it complements the house. Mr. Newell explained that the Ferrera's have identified the garage as an element of their home which they will change so it will complement the dwelling, not detract from it, however currently, the garage is not a priority during this phase of construction. The Board discussed the provision in the "Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation" which states that it is not recommended to duplicate the exact form, material, style, and detailing of the historic building in a new addition so that the new work appears to be part of the historic building. Several board members expressed frustration with that provision pointing out that while the proposed addition appears to exactly copy the historic house, they would hate to see an addition that did not complement the house as well as this proposal does. Chairman Nyberg observed that the Secretary of the Interior Standards would favor a more contemporary addition to the house; then one could easily pick out the original structure from the addition. He added that he too favored the proposed addition over one which would be less complementary. John Newell advised the Board that the flat roof over the dining area and the lap sided chimney both set the addition apart from the original house. Mr. Newell added that the Ferreras are period oriented people. They purchased the Grimes House because of their love for Gothic Revival architecture; and they would not be interested in proposing an addition that did not complement the original structure. John McCauley asked if the addition would be visible from the front street. Mr. Newell explained that the addition would be located completely in the rear yard and wouldn't be visible from the front street. Marilyn Curtis commented that she felt the proposed plan would not compromise the historical integrity of the original structure. Chairman Nyberg stated that he liked the proposed plan. His only question was the issue of the flat roof over the dining area. However, as long as the homeowner is aware that the snow will not readily melt on the north side of the house and they may have to shovel it after a heavy snowfall, he didn't have a problem with it. Discussion ensued regarding the possibility of adding heating coils to the flat roof. Donald Wray then moved for approval of the addition subject to the plans dated May 6, 1993. John Cooney seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. 2. Landscape Plan (front yard) John Newell explained that the proposed landscape plan for the front yard of the Grimes House strives to complement the home's Gothic Revival Architecture. The addition of period plantings to include hostas, arborvitae, and juniper are proposed. A four foot wide brick sidewalk will replace the two foot walk leading from the front door west to the driveway. The existing sidewalk leading from the street to the front door will remain, and where these two sidewalks intersect, a circular planting bed is proposed with a flagpole at its center. The plan proposes removal of a spruce tree east of the driveway and a silver maple east of the front walk. The silver maple will be replaced by three Blackhills spruce, and will allow more room for an existing sugar maple. The proposed spruce trees will match the three Blackhills spruce proposed for the west side of the yard. Mr. Newell added that the proposed landscape plan is designed to draw attention away from the garage and promote views while at the same time provide some privacy from the busy West 44th Street. Donald Wray asked if the proposed landscape plan would change the exterior appearance of the house in an attempt to screen it from the street. Mr. Newell explained that the foundation plantings are lower so no windows will be obscured. Upright arborvitae will be planted at the corners of the house to extend the evergreen up into the facade of the home. Otherwise the rest of the plantings will be low lying. The three Blackhills spruce trees planted on the east and west sides of the yard near the street, provide a viewing pocket whereby the residents are provided privacy while the best view of the house, on dead -center at the street will be afforded. Gary Nyberg asked why the flagpole was planned at the intersection of the two walks. Mr. Newell stated that the flagpole could be anything and he wasn't sure the Ferrera's wanted it; however the curvilinear shape of the walkway intersection lent itself to something at its center, be it a flagpole or a raised annual garden, that item is open. Board members discussed the possibilities of a sundial, urn or mirrored ball used in place of the flagpole. Chairman Nyberg pointed out that the flagpole would not be in keeping with the 1860's era of the house and would only serve to detract from its views. Mr. Newell said a substitution for the flagpole would not be a problem and he would consider the Board's suggestions. Marilyn Curtis then moved to accept the landscape plan. John McCauley seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. B. Baird House, 4400 West 50th Street Jack and Marilyn Curtis, owners of the Baird house advised the Board that they are planning on making the following improvements this summer and fall: 1. Replace the shingles on the gable ends with cedar fishscale shingles, and paint to match existing 2. Tear -off and replace asphalt shingles on roof; install ice shields and copper flashings. 3. Replace rotted roof and fascia boards moldings and 4. Replace the gutters duplicating the original gutters. 5. Repair front steps with Mankato stone reproduced to match the original specifications. 6. Add copper flashing to the front and side porches where they meet the house, and 7. Replace the rotted bottom plate and side boards on the outbuilding west of the house. Board members then toured the exterior of the home as the Curtis addressed each proposed improvement, explaining the methods and materials to be used. Donald Wray moved for approval of the renovation plans as proposed. John Cooney seconded the motion. Marilyn Curtis abstained from voting, however, the remaining board members voted aye; motion carried. Chairman Nyberg then commended the Curtiss for their dedication to the Baird House and the terrific job of both maintaining and renovating the home. III. OTHER BUSINESS: None IV. NEXT MEETING DATE: June 22, 1993 V. ADJOURNMENT: 9:00 p.m. Joy a Rep a A G E N D A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM I. COUNTRY CLUB DISTRICT TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT: II. BROWNDALE BRIDGE UPDATE: III. WOODDALE PARR MONUMENT: IV. OTHER BUSINESS: V. NEXT MEETING DATE: July 27, 1993 VI. ADJOURNMENT: i 4' MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Gary Nyberg, John Cooney, Herman Ratelle, Lois Wilder and Donald Wray MEMBERS ABSENT: Marilyn Curtis and John McCauley STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya, Associate Planner Fran Hoffman, City Engineer OTHERS PRESENT: Ann Warner, Consultant with Strgar-Roscoe- Fausch, Inc. I. COUNTRY CLUB DISTRICT TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT: Ms. Repya advised the Board that as a result of neighborhood meetings Fran Hoffman, City Engineer has had with the Country Club District regarding the Browndale Bridge, concerns about traffic control in the district have come to light. Evidence from a traffic engineer's study shows that a majority of the vehicle trips in and out of the district are attributed to non-residents who are passing through. The traffic engineer's report showed 23,500 vehicle trips in and out of the district are attributed to non-residents who are passing through. The traffic engineer's report showed 23,500 vehicle trips in and out of the district; of those trips, 8,000 were locally generated. The remaining 15,500 trips were attributed to non- residents. Ms. Repya continued to explain that in an effort to reduce the level of non -local traffic through the district the options of reducing the speed limit through the district, adding more stop signs and reconfiguring the geometric shape of several traffic islands are being considered. The option of reconfiguring the traffic islands is one which would require Heritage Preservation Board review since the original street scape of the historic district would be modified. The three locations where the possibility of reconfiguring the traffic islands is being considered are at 1. "Browndale Avenue and Country Club Road. 2. Wooddale Avenue and Country Club Road, and 3. Wooddale Avenue and Sunnyside Road (north end). The proposal entails filling in one leg of the roadway around the traffic island with greenspace, creating more of a diversion. 0 It is hoped that by providing less of a straight shot, short cuts through the district would be reduced. Ms. Repya pointed out that the original plats for the district does not illustrate the subject traffic islands. However, an air photo of the district from 1930 does show all of the traffic islands in place as they appear today. Because the Country Club District is locally zoned HPD and on the National. Register of Historic Places, any changes to the street scape must come before the Heritage Preservation Board. Fran Hoffman, City Engineer introduced Ann Warner the Engineering Consultant with Strgar=Rosch-Fausch who has been addressing the historic aspects of the traffic study. He then relayed the history of the traffic study beginning with the Browndale Bridge issue. Mr. Hoffman explained that as a result of the traffic study, it appears that Browndale Avenue is functioning like a frontage road for Highway 100. Wooddale Avenue acts as a throughway all the way from the north at Excelsior Boulevard with little overflow to the east/west streets. The third traffic element the City has been aware of for quite some time is the diagonal flow through the district from Sunnyside Road to the Browndale Bridge. The traffic volume on the bridge has doubled over the past 20 years from 2,000 cars per cay to 4,000 cars per day. Addressing traffic volume in the district Mr. Hoffman explained that in the past 20 years the traffic on Browndale Bridge has doubled from 2,000 cars per day to 4,000 cars per day. Wooddale Avenue at West 50th Street also carries about 4,500 cars per day. However, Bruce and Arden Avenue carry only 1,000 to 1,500 cars per day which is probably less than they should be. John Cooney asked Mr. Hoffman where the traffic would go if it were re-routed. Mr. Hoffman explained that no decision has been made to re-route the traffic. The traffic study committee is currently looking at traffic control scenarios. The issue of re- routing traffic is premature right now. Gary Nyberg asked Mr. Hoffman if there were other neighborhoods in Edina struggling with similar traffic issues of volume and speed. Mr. Hoffman explained that while there are other neighborhoods concerned about traffic issues, the Country Club District is unique because none of the streets are designated as the collector roadway. Mr. Nyberg pointed out that in reality, the statistics appear to support the fact that Browndale and Wooddale Avenues are collector streets irregardless of whether they were planned that way. Mr. Hoffman said that one could make that argument. The s traffic committee would like to ensure that the numbers do not increase. John Cooney observed that while the traffic has increased over the past twenty years, the population has increased as well; Mr. Hoffman explained that the increase in traffic can be attributed to more cars on the highways, however, the consultants were surprised with the amount of through traffic through II. BRO`PNDALE BRIDGE UPDATE: Mr. Hoffman reviewed the history of the bridge study which his department has undertaken over the past months. At this point it appears that the state requires the roadbed of two-way bridge to be at least 22 feet to the outside of the guardrail, however due to the stone pillars, the driving surface measures only 18 feet across. There are three options available short of widening the bridge to bring it into compliance. 1. Change the traffic flow on the bridge to one-way leading into the district, 2. Change the traffic flow on the bridge to a one-way existing the district, or 3. Redesign the deck topping of the bridge so the guardrail structure would cantilever over the outside edge of the deck. The guardrail would then run along the outside edge and the actual driving surface would be the 22 feet required, Mr. Hoffman shared that he felt the best option would be to maintain the two-way traffic flow because it would not redistribute traffic in the district as either of the one-way traffic options would. A design has not been created at this time. This is the last issue to be dealt with after the traffic concerns in the district have been addressed. Mr. Hoffman assured the Board that when design plans for the bridge have been developed, he will again come before them for design review. However, he does not foresee anything happening for at least two years. Ann Warner advised the Board that when she discussed the Browndale Bridge with Dennis Gimmestad from the State Historic Preservation Office, he stressed his concern that the bridge be changed as little as possible. After she explained the option of modifying the bridge deck to utilize the full 22 feet and replacing the guardrails on the outer edge of the roadway to more closely resemble the original bridge Mr. Gimmestad agreed that he felt that was a preferable plan. P Chairman Nyberg thanked Mr. Hoffman and Ms. Warner for updating the Board on the Browndale Bridge status, adding that he felt they were moving in the right direction. No formal action was taken. III. WOODDALE PARR MONUMENT: Mrs. Repya advised the Board that the Park Department was in the process of erecting the monument to Wooddale School and the Country Club District in the southeast corner of Wooddale Park very close to the spot where Wooddale School once stood. Bricks from the old school as well as decorative columns and the school's memorial tablets are being used to construct the wall. Chairman Nyberg explained that the monument is part of a memorial for a young boy, Philip Wesley who died last year. In addition to the monument wall, a wooden flag pole topped with a golden eagle is also included in the plan. The project is being funded through the generosity of the Wesley family in memory of their young son. Ms. Repya reminded the Board that the Park Director, Bob Kojetin had asked them to write the narrative for two placques to be incorporated into the memorial; the first plaque to commemorate the historic Country Club District and the second to commemorate the old Wooddale School. Board members agreed that Marilyn Curtis would do an excellent job of writing the narratives and Lois Wilder would edit them. No formal action was taken. IV. NEXT MEETING DATE: July 27, 1993 V. ADJOURNMENT: 7:45 p.m. / i Joyce Repya N� o v a • 'vCCJHroM���• City of Edina M E M O R A N D U M TO: Heritage Preservation Board FROM: Joyce Repya SUBJECT: HPB Meetings DATE: July 23, 1993 The regularly scheduled meetings for July 27 and August 24, 1993 will not be held due to vacation conflicts and a lack of subject matter. Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 28, 1993. Enjoy your summer! City Hall (612) 927-8861 4801 WEST 50TH STREET FAX (612) 927-7645 EDINA, MINNESOTA 55424-1394 TDD (612) 927-5461 A G E N D A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: May 24, 1993 June 22, 1993 II. CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROGRAM: 0 III. OTHER BUSINESS: IV. NEXT MEETING DATE: October 26, 1993 V. ADJOURNMENT: 0 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1993, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Gary Nyberg, Jack Cooney, John McCauley, Herman Ratelle, Lois Wilder, and Donald Wray MEMBERS ABSENT: Marilyn Curtis STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Herman Ratelle moved for approval of the minutes from the May 24, 1993, and June 22, 1993, meetings. Lois Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. II. CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROGRAM: Chairman Nyberg advised the Board that he had received letters from the United States Department of the Interior and the Minnesota Historical Society congratulating the City for being accepted into the Certified Local Government Program. Mr. Nyberg then turned the letters over to Ms. Repya who will add them to the permanent CLG file. Board members discussed options for possible projects which could qualify for CLG Program. Ms. Repya reminded the Board that the projects must be related to planning, surveys or inventories. Donald Wray suggested the Board might study the history of the Morningside section of Edina. The creation of a map identifying the age of development through out City was another suggestion of the Board. A brief discussion followed. No action was taken. III. OTHER BUSINESS: None. IV. NEXT MEETING DATE: October 26, 1993 V. ADJOURNMENT: 7:45 p.m. Joyce-Repya M E M O R A N D U M TO: Heritage Preservation Board FROM: Joyce Repya SUBJECT: December Meeting, Tuesday, December 28th DATE: December 23, 1993 You guessed it -- due to the holiday hub -bub and lack of pressing business, the regularly scheduled Heritage Preser- vation Board meeting for December will not be held. Have a safe/happy holiday and the very best in 1994!!!