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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994 HPB Meeting Minutes RegularM E M O R A N D U M TO: Heritage Preservation Board FROM: Joyce Repya SUBJECT: Heritage Preservation Board Meeting - January 25, 1994 DATE: January 21, 1994 Be advised that the regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, January 25, 1994, has been cancelled. Please mark your calendar for February 22, when we will have our first meeting for 1994. A G E N D A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1994, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: September 28, 1993 II. ELECTION OF OFFICERS: III. VOLUNTEER FOR REPRESENTATIVE OF THE EDINA HISTORICAL SOCIETY BOARD: IV. OTHER BUSINESS: V. NEXT MEETING DATE: March 22, 1994 VI. ADJOURNMENT: MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1994, AT 7:00. P.M. EDINA CITY HALL LOWER LEVEL CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Gary Nyberg, John Cooney, Marilyn Curtis, John McCauley, Herman Ratelle, Lois Wilder and Donald Wray STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Herman Ratelle moved for approval of the minutes from the September 28, 1993, meeting. Lois Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. II. ELECTION OF OFFICERS: John Cooney moved to re-elect Gary Nyberg as Chairman and Donald Wray as Vice Chairman for 1994. Lois Wilder seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. III. HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD REPRESENTATIVE TO THE EDINA HISTORICAL SOCIETY BOARD: Chairman Nyberg explained to the board that he has served as the Heritage Preservation Board representative on the Edina Historical Society Board since September 1993. He recalled the activities of the Historical Society over the past year and asked if members of the HPB would be interested rotating service on the Society's board annually. Marilyn Curtis stated that she is a member of the Historical Society who has served on the Board in the past. Marilyn indicated that a two year commitment from the Heritage Preservation Board representative, serving two years from July (the month of the Historical Society's annual meeting), through June would provide for continuity and be more appropriate. Board members agreed that a two year commitment from the Heritage Preservation Board representative would be appropriate. No formal action was taken. IV. OTHER BUSINESS: A. 15TH ANNUAL HPC/CLG WORKSHOP Chairman Nyberg advised the Board that the annual HPC Workshops, put on by the Minnesota Historical society were coming up on March 18-19 in Pipestone, April 15-16 in Red Wing and May 20-21 in Duluth. He pointed out that he had attended a meeting in Red Wing one year and found it to be very interesting and worthwhile. It was amazing to him how active even the smallest towns had been toward preserving their historic resources. Ms. Repya also encouraged the Board members to attend one of the meetings, pointing out that the City would pay the $20.00 workshop fee. She asked them to call her with their registration. No formal action was taken. B. ST. PAUL HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESIDENTIAL SIDING STUDY Ms. Repya told the Board that she has received a letter from Beth Bartz, the Historic Preservation Planner from the City of St. Paul explaining that they are beginning to study the appropriateness of using vinyl/aluminum siding and windows when renovating historic properties. Ms. Bartz asked if we had interest in the topic and welcomed any input we might have. Board members agreed that although Edina has not been faced with the issue of vinyl/aluminum siding and windows; it is a situation we could have to deal with in the future. It was agreed that Ms. Repya would respond to Ms. Bartz's letter by expressing Edina's interest in the topic. No formal action was taken. C. ALL VOLUNTEERS AWARD RECOGNITION Chairman Nyberg explained that the All Volunteers Award Reception will take place at Edinborough Park on April 20, 1994. At this time, boards, commissions, and organizations can recognize volunteers who have made a difference. Board members briefly discussed the Volunteer Award after which John Cooney moved that the Heritage Preservation Board recognize member Lois Wilder for her 13 years of service on the Board. Herman Ratelle seconded the motion. Lois Wilder abstained from voting; the remaining members voted aye; the motion carried. D. FUTURE PROJECTS FOR CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT GRANTS Chairman Nyberg explained that since Edina is now a Certified Local Government, we are eligible for matching grants to fund projects relating to planning surveys or inventories. Following a brief discussion, board members agreed that the following topics would be well worth exploring: 1. Neighborhood Development - Morningside (member Don Wray's grandfather was the Ist Mayor) - South Harriet Park - West Minneapolis Heights - Rolling Green - Indian Hills 2. Tracing the Residential Development of Edina - When built - How Many Builders and Who They Were - Cost of homes - How the parkland dedication for new neighborhoods created Edina's magnificent park system No formal was taken V. NEXT MEETING DATE: March 22, 1994 VI. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Joyce Repya MEMORANDUM TO: Heritage Preservation Board FROM: Joyce Repya CQf� SUBJECT: HPB Meeting for April 26, 1994 DATE: April 21, 1994 The regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, April 26, 1994, will not be held. At the May 24, 1994, meeting we will be discussing the accessibility improvements proposed for the Grange Hall and Cahill School. These improvements are required for public buildings in order to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Both buildings have been assessed by a disabilities consultant. The next step will involve Charles Nelson, the State Historical Architect reviewing the proposal, and making recommendations for achieving compliance while maintaining the historic integrity of the buildings. I will invite Mr. Nelson to our May meeting; hopefully he will be able to attend. MEMORANDUM TO: Heritage Preservation Board FROM: Joyce Repya SUBJECT: May 24, 1994, meeting DATE: May 20, 1994 The regularly scheduled Heritage Preservation Board meeting for May 24, 1994, will not be held. I have sent Charles Nelson, the State Historical Architect the accessibility consultant's report relative to the proposed changes to be made to the Grange Hall and Cahill School to bring them into compliance with the ADA, (American Disabilities Act) . As I look at my calendar, the last state workshop is taking place in Duluth this weekend. These workshops are very time consuming for state staff. I'm sure once it is over, Charles Nelson will be getting back to me on the school and Grange Hall. I'll keep you postE AGENDA REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 1994, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: February 22, 1994 L III. STATUE REMOVED FROM FRONT YARD AT 4405 BROWNDALE AVENUE IV. EDINA HISTORICAL SOCIETY V. OTHER BUSINESS VI. NEXT MEETING DATE: October 25, 1994 VII. ADJOURNMENT MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 1994, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice Chairman Donald Wray, John Cooney, John McCauley and Herman Ratelle MEMBERS ABSENT: Marilyn Curtis, Gary Nyberg and Lois Wilder STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Herman Ratelle moved for approval of the minutes from the February 22, 1994, Heritage Preservation Board meeting. John McCauley seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. II. ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS TO CAHILL SCHOOL AND GRANGE HALL AT TUPA PARK, 4918 EDEN AVENUE Ms. Repya advised the board that Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that all public buildings meet a set standard for accessibility. In keeping with the Act a consultant has reviewed all city buildings and made recommendations for improvements both inside and out. The proposed improvements to the Cahill School include: 1. Entrance ramp, handrails and closed risers. 2. Handrails on both sides of stairs to lower level, and 3. Restroom improvements The proposed improvements to the Grange Hall include: 1. Entrance ramp, handrail and threshold 2. Handrails on both sides of stairs to lower level 3. Remodel men's and women's restrooms to provide one unisex restroom. 4. Coat rack no higher than 54 inches above the floor, and 5. A platform lift to the stage. Additionally, the consultant proposed corrections of ADA violations of parking on the west side of Tupa Park. In keeping with the state's requirement that all ADA modifications to National Register properties receive approval from the State Historic Society, the consultant's proposal as well as plans for the modified parking and ramp/walkway system to both buildings (drafted by the City's Engineering Department) were forwarded to Mr. Charles Nelson, State Historic Architect for his initial review. Mr. Dennis Gimmestad, Government Programs and Compliance Officer responded to our submission noting that the improvements should not threaten or destroy the historic significance of the buildings. He did question the platform stage lift for Grange Hall, requesting a more detailed plan. He also recommended that the ramp/walkway plan address landscaping and contouring of the areas immediately adjacent to the ramps in order to minimize the impact. The Engineering Department has addressed Mr. Gimmestad's recommendation adding the contouring details as well as a lannon stone wall for the ramp/walkway system. They have also proposed to move the non-functioning hand pump and commemorative rock from their present location in the rose garden to a location next to the northeast corner of the Grange Hall. Ms. Repya pointed out that at this time the plans before the Board for review do not include the platform stage lift suggested for the Grange Hall because the consultant has estimated the cost of the lift to be $22,000.00. Due to the limited use the stage has received since the city has taken over the Grange Hall, staff recommends further research go into proposed uses for the stage as well as possible alternatives to the platform lift. General discussion ensued regarding the accessibility plans. Ms Repya further explained that the funding for the improvements would come from the CDBG Community Development Block Grant funds; $116,757 of which has been set aside this year to finance ADA improvements citywide. There is not a set figure for the proposed improvements to our historic park because some of the work will de done by city crews, while some will be up for bid. Herman Ratelle then moved for approval of the proposed changes (not to include the stage lift) which are proposed for the Grange Hall and Cahill School in order to meet the ADA requirements. John Cooney seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. I11. STATUE REMOVED FROM 4405 BROWNDALE Ms. Repya advised the Board that she and Chairman Nyberg had both received phone calls from a resident on Browndale Avenue who questioned how the bucking bronco statue which had been in the front yard at the intersection of Browndale Avenue and Sunnyside Road could. be removed. Apparently, he felt it was protected by the National Register designation of the District. Retracing the history of the statue, Ms. Repya explained that in 1971, Mr. Harry Johnston, the owner of 4405 Browndale Avenue commissioned an architect to design a statue which would commemorate his cowboy youth growing up in Medora, North Dakota. At that time, two identical statues were to be cast in Iran; one was to come to Browndale Avenue in Edina and the other would be at home in Medora, ND. The Edina statue was set in place on Browndale Avenue, however, due to a communication breakdown, the second statue was never cast. Upon Mr. Johnston's death in 1973, relatives donated the house to St. Stephen's Episcopal church to be used as a rectory. This past summer, the church sold the home and the statue has been moved to Medora, North Dakota. Discussion ensued among the Board members who agreed that the statue having been erected in 1971 was not a part of the "historic" Country Club District and while it might have become a pleasing landmark to the neighbors, legally there was not means by which the removal of the statue could be stopped by the Heritage Preservation Board. The Board members pointed out that the statue was "going home" to Mr. Johnston's boyhood home in North Dakota. Herman Ratelle then moved that the Board take no further action with regard to the removal of the statue. John McCauley seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. IV. EDINA HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Ms. Repya advised the Board that currently, Chairman Gary Nyberg is representing the HPB on the Historical Society Board of Directors. Due to Mr. Nyberg's pressing work schedule, he finds it necessary to drop the Historical Society commitment and asked for a volunteer from the Heritage Preservation Board to complete his two year term which expires in June 1995. John McCauley stated that he was familiar with the workings of the Historical Society and would agree to serve on the Board. Herman Ratelle then moved that John McCauley take Gary Nyberg's place as a member of the Historical Society Board of Directors representing the Heritage Preservation Board. John Cooney seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. V. OTHER BUSINESS: A. Minnesota Historical Society HPC/CLG Workshop, April 16, 1994 Ms. Repya explained to the Board that she attended the Annual Minnesota HPC/CLG Workshop at the St. James Hotel in Red Wing on Saturday, April 16, 1994. The program centered around the re -use of buildings in the historic districts and the procedures a re -use study team must go through to protect the historic buildings. Ms. Repya also pointed out that as a Certified Local Government City, attendance at the State's Annual Workshop is mandatory. She hoped that next spring more members of Edina's HPB would be able to attend the worthwhile programs. B. All Volunteers Award Reception, April 20, 1994 Ms. Repya reminded the Board that on April 20, 1994, the Heritage Preservation Board recognized Lois Wilder for her outstanding service to the Board since 1981. A lovely reception was held at a Edinborough Park where Ms. Wilder was presented a set of lithographic prints of Edina's historic properties as well as a Certificate of Appreciation. VI. NEXT MEETING DATE: October 25, 1994, at Arneson acres where member Marilyn Curtis will give the Board a guided tour of the most current display she designed entitled "Images", depicting photography through the ages. VII. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. AGENDA REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 1994, AT 7:00 P.M. EDINA HISTORICAL CENTER AT ARNESON ACRES /V6 4711 WEST 70TH STREET APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: September 27, 1994 II. ADA IMPROVEMENTS AT TUPA PARK - 4918 EDEN AVENUE Update III. OTHER BUSINESS IV. TOUR CURRENT DISPLAY: "Images" V. ADJOURNMENT MEMORANDUM TO: Heritage Preservation Board FROM: Joyce Repya SUBJECT: *November 22nd Meeting Cancellation "December Holiday Gathering DATE: November 18, 1994 *The regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, November 22, 1994, will not be held due to Thanksgiving holiday conflicts. "Mark your calendars for the last meeting of the year on Tuesday, December 13, 1994, 7:30 p.m. at the George Baird House, 4400 West 50th Street. (aka the Curtis homestead). Enjoy a victorian Christmas display as only Marilyn can do, tie up year-end HPB business and share in holiday cheer. More information will follow. AGENDA RE -SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1994 AT 7:30 P.M. GEORGE W. BAIRD HOUSE (Jack & Marilyn Curtis') 4400 WEST 50TH STREET I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: September 27, 1994 II. TOUR THE GEORGE W. BAIRD HOUSE: Bedecked for a Victorian Christmas III. SHARE HOLIDAY CHEER: IV. NEXT MEETING DATE: January 24, 1995 V. ADJOURNMENT: MINUTES OF THE RESCHEDULED MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1994, AT 7:30 P.M. GEORGE W. BAIRD HOUSE (Jack & Marilyn Curtis's) 4400 WEST 50TH STREET MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman, Gary Nyberg, Marilyn Curtis, John McCauley, Lois Wilder MEMBERS ABSENT: John Cooney, Herman Ratelle and Donald Wray STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya OTHERS PRESENT: Jack Curtis, 4400 West 50th Street, Brad and LeAnne Montgomery, 5312 Interlachen Blvd. I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Lois Wilder moved for approval of the minutes from the September 27, 1994, Heritage Preservation Board Meeting. John McCauley seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. • 11. INTRODUCTION OF BRAD AND LEANNE MONTGOMERY: Joyce Repya introduced Brad and LeAnne Montgomery, the current owners of the historic Peterson House at 5312 Interlachen Boulevard. (The owners of all three HPD zoned residences were invited to attend this holiday meeting to become acquainted with the Board, answer any questions, and open an avenue for discussion.) Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery expressed their pleasure at being included in the meeting; pointing out they've always had a fascination with the Baird House, and it is so nice to see another historic house since there are so few in the City. III. TOUR OF THE GEORGE W. BAIRD HOUSE: Chairman Nyberg thanked Jack and Marilyn Curtis for graciously opening their home to the Board for the holiday meeting; after which all in attendance roamed from room to room taking in not only the lovely victorian Christmas decorations, but also the well preserved history of the home. Note - The Baird house has been highlighted in an article written by Jack and Marilyn Curtis for the December 1994 issue of "Victorian Home" magazine. The article about a victorian Christmas includes wonderful photos of the Baird house bedecked for the holidays. IV. NEXT MEETING DATE: January 24, 1995 V. ADJOURNMENT: 9:00 P.M.