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City Council Meeting Minutes August 16, 2016 Page 4 of 12 COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL COMMENTS ON PERTINENT ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA None. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Fleming reported staff is compiling a factual summary for the upcoming City ballot issues regarding the possible Recreation/Senior Center expansion. The summary will be available on the City's web site and in City facilities. REGULAR BUSINESS 725 LINCOLN AVENUE LANDMARKING AND PRESERVATION GRANT RESOLUTION NO. 41, SERIES 2016 — A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE BLACK FAMILY HOUSE LOCATED AT 725 LINCOLN AVENUE A HISTORIC LANDMARK RESOLUTION NO. 42, SERIES 2016 — A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION GRANT FOR SEWER REPAIR AT THE BLACK FAMILY HOUSE LOCATED AT 725 LINCOLN AVENUE Planner I Trice gave the staff presentation noting this is a request for landmarking and a historic preservation grant for 725 Lincoln Avenue. She noted the structure has unique gables and has maintained its historic integrity over the years. The house is associated with the Black Family in Louisville's history. The grant request is for sewer line work and an electrical upgrade both of which are eligible for the grant, although they are limited to $5000. The applicant requests the $5000 go towards the sewer work as it is a higher priority at this time. Planner Trice stated the Historic Preservation Commission recommended approval of both the landmarking and the $5000 for the historic preservation grant and an alteration certificate for a small addition on the rear of the building. Staff also recommends the City Council approve a Historic Preservation Fund grant for the Black Family House by approving Resolution No. 42, Series 2016. Dave Clabots, 725 Lincoln Avenue, representing the applicant, stated the request is because the current sewer line is in poor condition and in need of repair. Mayor Muckle asked staff why the improvements are not eligible for additional funds. Planner Trice stated that this is a requirement in the Resolution creating the preservation fund which limits "rehabilitation" items to $5000. The applicant could come back later for additional grants for different types of work.