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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes December 17, 2012 Page 6 of 9 La Grave asked if the HPF could afford a loan program. Robinson stated there hasn’t been a financial analysis completed yet. He stated this would just be an addition to our grant program. Watson reminded the commission a loan program ensures the money will come back. Lewis stated this was a positive and not a further drain. La Grave recommended the commission figure out how the money could be used and what potential impact may exist before we go forward. Lewis agreed. L a Grave asked what the timing was to get this to council. Koertje stated he would like to have this ready for the February study session. Watson asked if there were otherswho used this program and how successful were they in receiving funding back. Koertje stated he has only spoken with the State and they have been fairly successful. Fasick asked if Fort Collins had a program like this. Robinson stated they did. La Grave stated there needs to be conditions on the loans, such as the structureneeds to be landmarked. The commission agreed. Koertje asked staff if an RFP was required. Robinson stated it depends on what the value of the project was. He stated he would look into it. Discussion – Coordination with LRC Watson asked if we should include a date of significance for structures shown on the historical map. For instance, the map could be color coded to show different periods of houses. Koertje asked if anyone wanted to be the liaison to the LRC. Watson and Lewis explained why they couldn’t attend. Stewart stated he could attend, but wasn’t sure if that meant he was a liaison. La Grave stated he would be open to become the liaison.