HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 HPB Meeting Minutes RegularMEMORANDUM
TO: Heritage Preservation Board
FROM: Joyce Repya
SUBJECT: A. January Meeting
B. 1994 Certified Local Government Status Report
DATE: January 20, 1995
A. The regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, January 24, 1995, will not be
held.
B. I have enclosed a copy of the 1994 Status Report which was presented to the
18 State this past fall as required to maintain our standing as a CLG City.
The State's review of the report is also included. You will note that last year
I was the only person to attend the State Workshop held in April. While that
fulfilled the CLG requirements, this coming April it would be great to have
participation from the Board too.
I will let you know as soon as I receive information on the 1995 Workshop.
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1995, 7:00 P.M.
EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
December 13, 1995
11. EDINA'S ADVISORY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
Annual Meeting - March 22, 1995
111. MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING:
April 28 & 29, 1995, Stearns County Heritage Center, St. Cloud.
IV. OTHER BUSINESS:
V. NEXT MEETING DATE:
VI. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1995, AT 7:00 P.M.
EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice Chair, Donald Wray, John Cooney, Marilyn Curtis,
John McCauley, Herman Ratelle
MEMBERS ABSENT: Gary Nyberg, and Lois Wilder
STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya
I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
Herman Ratelle moved for approval of the minutes from the December 13,
1994, Heritage Preservation Board meeting. John Cooney seconded the motion. All
voted aye; motion carried.
II. EDINA ADVISORY BOARD AND COMMISSIONS MEETING
Wednesday, March 22, 1995
Ms. Repya reminded the Board that the annual meeting of Edina's Boards and
Commissions was coming up on Wednesday, March 22, 1995, at Centennial Lakes.
Ms. Repya encouraged all Board members to attend the meeting; no formal action was
taken.
Ill. MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING
April 28 & 29, 1995
Ms. Repya advised the Board that the annual Heritage Preservation Commission
and Certified Local Government Workshop will be taking place at the Stearns County
Heritage Center in St. Cloud on April 28 & 29, 1995. The State Historic Preservation
Office has not sent the registration information to the cities at this point; however,
cities should receive the information packets by the end of March.
Ms. Repya reminded the Board that as a Certified Local Government, attendance
at the Saturday, April 29th- meeting is required by at least one member of the HPB.
After a brief discussion, Marilyn Curtis offered to attend the Friday, April 28th session
and John McCauley agreed to attend the Saturday, April 29th CLG session. The
remaining board members stated that they would not be able to attend the workshop
on either day.
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IV. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Upcoming Projects for the Heritage Preservation Board
Ms. Repya reminded the Board that several meetings ago they had discussed
researching the development of residential neighborhoods in the City. The
neighborhoods discussed at that time were West Minneapolis Heights, Indian Hills,
Rolling Green, South Harriet Park and Morningside.
Marilyn Curtis pointed out that the Historic Building survey of Edina which
identified historically significant homes in each of the neighborhoods would be a good
tool to use when studying the neighborhoods.
Herman Ratelle asked if there were any historically significant churches in the
City. Ms. Repya explained that the old St. Patricks Catholic Church used to stand on
the southwest corner of West 70th Street and Cahill Road. That church had been
zoned Heritage Preservation District, but was not on the National Register of Historic
Places. The church was torn down in the early 1990's to make room for a townhouse
development. The Cahill Settlement kiosk was erected to commemorate St. Patricks
Church and the Cahill Settlement which is served.
Discussion ensued regarding other churches in the City that have been
transformed into residences or businesses. Board members agreed that an inventory
of Edina's churches, past and present would be a worthwhile project.
Returning to the discussion about researching the residential development of the
City, Marilyn Curtis suggested to start with one of the earliest neighborhoods,
Morningside. Don Wray agreed siting a 1905 newspaper article which heralded
Morningside as a new bedroom community to Minneapolis thanks to the extension of
the streetcar line from Lake Harriet west to Morningside.
Ms. Curtis then moved that the Heritage Preservation Board begin exploring the
Morningside district of Edina. John McCauley seconded the motion, all voted aye; the
motion carried.
Board members discussed the topics of interest to pursue which included early
residents, social and political issues and architecture.
Don Wray shared that he grew up in Morningside and his grandfather had been
the Mayor of Edina in 1920 when Morningside seceded from the City, after which he
became the Mayor of Morningside. Mr. Wray offered to search family records to see
if he had photos or documents to aid in research.
Marilyn Curtis pointed out that Dudley Parsons, a local historian has family roots
in Morningside that date back of the early 1900's. It was agreed that Mr. Parson's
would be a valuable source for information about Morningside. Ms. Repya offered to
invite Mr. Parsons to a Heritage Preservation Board meeting to share his reminiscence
of the District. Board members agreed that would be a great idea.
No further action was taken.
V. NEXT MEETING DATE
April 25, 1995
VI. ADJOURNMENT
7:45 p.m.
Joyce Repya
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE Alo r
EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD
TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 1995, AT 7:00 P.M.
LOWER LEVEL CONFERENCE ROOM, EDINA CITY HALL
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
February 28, 1995
II. MORNINGSIDE:
Guest Speakers: Dudley and James Parsons,
III. OTHER BUSINESS:
IV. NEXT MEETING DATE:
May 23, 1995
V. ADJOURNMENT
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Heritage Preservation Board
FROM: Joyce Repy f
SUBJECT: Morningside istrict/Neighborhood Studies
DATE: May 19, 1995
At the April 25th HPB meeting, Dudley Parsons and his son James came to
speak about the Morningside District. Unfortunately, there was not a quorum, at the
meeting, however, John McCauley, Lois Wilder, and I were entertained with Mr.
Parson's reminiscence of growing up in Morningside during the 1920's. Mr. Parson's
son James presented a lengthy report he has completed on Morningside (copies will
be available for you at Tuesday's meeting).
I advised Mr. Parsons that the Board would keep him posted on the progress
of the Morningside study (as well as the other neighborhoods).
This Tuesday will be a brainstorming session when the "plan of attack" for the
neighborhood studies will be addressed.
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD
TUESDAY, MAY 23, 1995, AT 7:00 P.M.
EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
February 28, 1995
II. MORNINGSIDE DISTRICT
MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING:
April 29, 1995, St. Cloud, MN
John McCauley's Report
IV. OTHER BUSINESS
V. NEXT MEETING DATE:
June 27, 1995
VI. ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD
TUESDAY, MAY 23, 1995, AT 7:00 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Gary Nyberg, John Cooney, Marilyn Curtis, John
McCauley, Lois Wilder and Donald Wray
MEMBERS ABSENT: Herman Ratelle
STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya
I. APPROVAL. OF THE MINUTES:
John Cooney moved for approval of the minutes from the February 28, 1995, meeting.
John McCauley seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried.
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Board members discussed the importance of the Morningside District as the first
neighborhood in Edina having been platted in the 1905.
Chairman Nyberg stated that he felt the Board should establish a goal for what they
would like to accomplish with its commemoration efforts; be it an informational brochure like
the one done for the Country Club District, or simply a formal documentation of the history of
the District.
Marilyn Curtis pointed out that the Morningside District contains many of the old
buildings that were identified as worthy of commemoration in building survey of the City that
was done in the early 1980's.
Don Wray agreed with Mrs. Curtis, pointing out that the District's unique history;
having seceded from the city in 1920 only to come back to Edina in 1966 is a unique element
that no other neighborhood in the city possesses. He pointed out that the succession is a great
story that should not be forgotten.
Ms. Repya advised the Board that because Morningside was a separate village during
its growth years, and their record keeping practices were different from the Village of Edina's,
the city of Edina currently doesn't have many of the plats and historic documents for the
Morningside District. The Village of Morningside did not have the facilities to store many of
the historic documents, thus they were sent directly to Hennepin County. Ms. Repya
concluded that it might serve the City and the Heritage Preservation Board well to obtain
is copies of the missing plats and historic documents from the County.
Following a brief discussion, Board members agreed that it would be helpful for them
if a map was created that delineated the major neighborhoods in the City along with the years
they were developed. Beyond that, the map might also include the significant properties in the
City that were identified in the historic building survey. Ms. Repya agreed to work on the
map. No formal action was taken.
April 29, 99 1
John McCauley attended the State Historical Workshop this year representing the Edina
Heritage Preservation Board.
Mr. McCauley reported that he found the workshop to be very interesting; focusing on
the river towns in the state. Stillwater, Red Wing, Fairbault, Pipestone, Northfield, Duluth
and Cottage Grove were all well represented. Many of the cities shared their experiences of
preserving their historic commercial districts.
Mr. McCauley observed a common goal the cities expressed of educating their city
governments about the importance of preserving their histories; and appreciating the important
role the past played in where they are today as well as planning for the future.
Mr. McCauley concluded by advising the Board that the Workshop was very
worthwhile and encouraged everyone to attend the 1996 workshop next spring.
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Respectfully Submitted,
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD
TUESDAY, 26, 1995, AT 7:00 P.M.
EDINA CITY HAL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
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I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
May 23, 1995
H. MINNEHAHA GRANGE HALL PERMIT FOR MODIFICATION:
Paint Exterior
III. DR. PAUL CARSON HOUSE:
6001 Pine Grove Road/HPD Overlay District
IV. OTHER BUSINESS:
V. NEXT MEETING DATE:
October 24, 1995
VI. ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES OF THE RE -SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE
EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 1995, AT 7:00 P.M.
EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Gary Nyberg, Marilyn Curtis, Herman Ratelle,
Lois Wilder and Donald Wray
MEMBERS ABSENT: John Cooney and John McCauley
STAFF PRESENT: Joyce Repya
I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Herman Ratelle moved for approval of the minutes from the May 23, 1995, meeting of
the Heritage Preservation Board. Mariyln Curtis seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion
carried.
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Ms. Repya advised the board that the City's Park and Recreation Department who
oversees the maintenance of the historic Grange Hall has submitted an application to paint the
exterior of the building. The cellar doors on the south side of the Cahill School area also
included in the permit request.
Ms. Repya explained that the Grange Hall was last painted in 1986. At that time, the
Heritage Preservation Board was not advised of the project and unfortunately, the contractor
sandblasted the building to remove the paint. The sandblasting eroded and pitted the wood
creating a rough surface. At that time, the Park Department was reminded of the procedures
that must be followed when improvements are proposed to properties with the Heritage
Preservation Overlay Zoning.
The Board was reminded that the Minnehaha Grange Hall is distinguished as a rare
early example of stick style architecture. One of the hallmarks of this style is the architectural
woodwork present around windows, doors, and in gable roof ends. This woodwork, on the
Minnehaha Grange Hall includes original carved and chamfered wood details. Unfortunately,
sandblasting is a crude and heavy handed method of blasting away old paint and it does not
discriminate between paint and the wood. This tends to erode the crispness and clarity of
architectural details so important to the significance of the Grange Hall. Cleaning historic
structures by sand blasting is a widely recognized error due to the irreparable damage done to
weathering surfaces.
The Park Department has indicated in their permit that the building will be pressure
washed with water (no paint removal is proposed); then primed and painted using the same
colors that currently exist.
Marilyn Curtis pointed out that sometimes sand is added to the water during the
pressure washing process; adding that the park foreman should be aware of this.
Ms. Repya explained that Vince Cockriel, the park foreman will be inviting bids on
this job to make sure that only contractors with experience painting historic structures are
considered.
Following a brief discussion, Donald Wray moved to approve the permit request to
paint the Grange Hall subject to the specifications proposed on the application. Herman
Ratelle seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried.
II. DR. PAUL CARSON HOUSE: 6001 Pine Grove Road
Ms. Repya advised the Board that Dr. and Mrs. Carson will be requesting an HPD
overlay zoning for their home at the October 24, 1995, Heritage Preservation Board meeting.
The Carson's home "Maryhill" was designed by William G. Purcell, famous for his Prairie
School designs. Mr. Purcell was a friend of the Carson's residing in California in 1941 when
the home was built. The Carson's still have the original building plans as well as four
volumes of correspondence from Purcell collected during the design and construction phase of
the home. The letters are of particular interest because Purcell has never before documented
his architectural philosophy and methodology when designing a home.
The original property consisted of five acres. In 1983, the Carson's donated 3.45 acres
on the East and South sides of the property to the City of Edina with the purpose that the site
be maintained as open space. The dwelling and surrounding 1.5 acres remained in the
Carson's private ownership.
Ms. Repya explained that Dr. and Mrs. Carson are currently working toward further
protecting Maryhill (1.5 acres) by entering into a Preservation and Conservation Easement
between Dr. and Mrs. Carson and the Minnesota Land Trust (a non-profit organization) who
would be responsible for protecting the future (non -development) of the site; much like the
HPD overlay zoning would do.
Ms. Repya pointed out that Maryhill was identified as being an architecturally
significant property worthy of designation in the "Historic Building Survey of Edina,
Minnesota". It is staff's opinion that the HPD overlay zoning would be consistent with the
recommendations from the building survey and would add an extra layer of protection to the
property.
Ms. Repya clarified that no action should be taken at this time. The official
presentation of the HPD overlay zoning request would take place at next meeting, on October
24, 1995.
Board members asked for an explanation of the Minnesota Land Trust. Herman Ratelle
explained that the Minnesota Land Trust is a non-profit organization that has been around for
over 25_years; they take on the responsibility of overseeing the preservation of land in the state
in much the same way as the City's overlay zoning. A brief discussion about the subject
property followed; no formal was taken.
October 24, 1995
To: Heritage Preservation Board
From: Joyce Repya
Subject: Holiday Greetings
Date: December 22, 1995
MEMORANDUM
As you may have suspected, the regularly scheduled December meeting will not be held on
Tuesday, December 26th due to the lack of pressing business and all the holiday hub -bub.
I am sending you a copy of the 1995 Annual CLG Report that was submitted to the state as a
requirement of the Certified Local Government Program.
With wishes for a wonderful holiday season, we will meet again next year.