Historic Preservation Commission Minutes 2012 04 16

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes April 16, 2012 Page 7 of 9 Lewis - I think the plaque design is a great improvement and has simplicity which might result in better pricing. I agree with including the website - it could change over time. I like the miner logo because of the connection to downtown. Public Comment John Leary - I like the design idea, but I would like to have some information as to why this house was designated as a landmark - maybe a short description. Maybe there could be an additional plaque to include text underneath. There is a group in Florida who fabricates these signs. Fasick - what do you think about placement. Leary - I like staff’s idea of having it near the street - maybe on the fence. Jean Morgan - there is a plaque at 1117 Lafarge located near the street that has a good design idea. Maybe the logo can be rotated. Koertje - I like the design idea - the number should correspond to the landmark number. Remove website. Placement should be up to the owner. Stewart - Placement of the plaque is based on size of the sign. What about size. McCartney - maybe 8 by 10. Lewis - as for placement maybe we could require a post be placed in the yard. Fasick - that should be left up to the owner when they landmark. We won't force them to get one if they don't want one. Lewis - 8 X 10 and then maybe one that is 1/3 bigger. Get quotes May Kay Knorr - the Stevens’ sign on Lafarge is too little. Koertje - staff, please get quotes. Sandstone Retaining Wall Lewis - A neighbor of ours brought this idea up thinking it was unique and worth saving. Robinson gave staff's report regarding the location of the retaining wall. Stewart - do we know the history of this wall. McCartney - no, but we will contact Bridget. Stewart - maybe we could landmark this as a structure of merit.