Historic Preservation Commission Minutes 2008 10 20

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes October 20, 2008 Page 4 of 5 Lewis reported on her visit to the site with the owner, Ronda Grassi. She stated that the building has "very good bones" and has had very few changes made over the years. She noted that updating the building to meet commercial code could be difficult and possibly expensive. She spoke with the owner about some possible scenarios that would save the building. Lewis added that she would like to see the owner consider reusing the building and incorporating it into the commercial use of the site and recommended to the owner that she complete a feasibility study to this end. Lewis noted that the mechanical and plumbing systems would need to be upgraded for commercial use. Lewis will contact the owner again to continue the conversation. Ms. Downer's Cabins There was no update. Lewis will ask Jean Morgan if this needs to remain as a standing item on the agenda. She will recommend to Jean it me removed but noted we would be happy to place it back on the agenda if Jean has any new information. Items from Staff Terms Ending Muth reminded Koertje, McMenamin, and Tofte that reapplication letters are due By November 3. Open Government Training, November 5, 7:00 PM or November 6, 8:30 AM, Council Chambers Muth reminded members they need to attend every two years and Koertje and Lewis need to attend this year. State Historic Preservation Commission Training Session -November 21 Muth reminded members of the State training to be held in Denver. Items from Commission Members Koertje stated he would contact Historic Boulder again about a possible joint meeting. Muckle asked if the City's GIS needs assessment will include the need for historic information on parcels. She noted that the preservation needs of a GIS system might be a good initial project for the City to consider. Muth noted that the preservation needs have been included in the needs assessment. Muckle asked about the City purchasing a scanner to scan the assessor cards at the Carnegie. Lewis noted that she may have a scanner from her office that could be used. Whiteman asked if such hardware could be paid for out of the ballot issue 2A proceeds should it pass. Muth stated it likely could be. Muth added she will contact the staff at the Carnegie to discuss getting permission to possibly scan the cards.