Historic Preservation Commission Minutes 2011 03 21

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes March 21, 2011 Page 8 of 9 McCartney stated he had not scheduled the road show dates. Stewart recommended to send the letter to property owners prior to meeting at DBA and BRaD. Stewart asked for staff to send out the meeting dates to HPC once they are scheduled. He then stated an HPC member could volunteer to attend the specific meeting. John Leary stated he was bothered by a statement in the commercial incentive language that related commercial to residential. The HPC discussed the specifics of the language. Fasick added there is a 10% federal tax credit for commercial incentives. Koertje stated he believed the links in the proposed language cover the federal tax credits. Update and Demolition Request – Annual Goals Stewart stated he was concerned about the number of goals being established for this year. He recommended a list of priorities for the projects. He added he would work with staff on the priorities list. Koertje asked if the public was supposed to have commented at the City Council study session. McCartney said he would check. Update and Demolition Request – Preservation awards, Preservation Month Tofte asked if the preservation awards could be different than last year. She recommended the HPC give recognition for the properties which were landmarked last year. Stewart acknowledged this as a good idea. The HPC agreed. Stewart asked if the certificates should be framed. Fasick asked if Louisville was part of Chautauqua discussions. Koertje stated the HPC has never been invited. He then added he would work on a landmark properties award. Committee Reports - none Update on Demolition Requests – 908 Main Street, 701 Main Street McCartney gave an update on the subcommittee reviews of these properties. Discussion/Comments on Planning Department Referrals – none