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City Council <br />Meeting Minutes <br />October 6, 2020 <br />Page 5 of 9 <br />structure. As noted earlier this structure would then be moved to the lot at 633 LaFarge <br />Avenue with the alteration certificate already approved by the HPC. <br />He noted the structure was built circa 1908 and is associated with the historic <br />development of Louisville and the Nicola DiGiacomo Addition. The fagade of the house <br />has undergone minor changes over time including changes to the siding as well as the <br />addition of stone to the front porch but retains significant architectural integrity when <br />viewed from the street. The structure adds character and value to Old Town Louisville. <br />1201 Lincoln retains its overall form and appearance from the street and exhibits a high <br />level of physical integrity. <br />He reviewed the costs associated with the rehabilitation and the grant request. <br />Staff is recommending approval of both the landmarking and the extraordinary <br />circumstances grant. <br />Andy Johnson, DAJ Designs, made a presentation on behalf of the applicant reviewing <br />some history of the property and how it will be moved to the new location. He noted this is <br />a way to save a home that would otherwise be demolished. <br />Public Comments <br />Dan Berlau, owner of 1201 Lincoln, stated he is happy there is a way to save this house <br />and he urged approval of the application. <br />Councilmember Lipton moved to approve Resolution No. 79 adding the same additional <br />whereas clause as included on the previous item; seconded by Councilmember Brown <br />Mayor Stolzmann closed the public hearing. <br />Roll Call Vote: Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote. <br />Councilmember Lipton moved to approve Resolution No. 80 with the same whereas <br />amendment; seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Maloney. <br />Roll Call Vote: Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote. <br />DISCUSSION/DIRECTION — COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS ON RACIAL EQUITY <br />Deputy City Manager Davis stated the City hosted two Community Conversations on <br />Racial Equity with Dr. Nita Mosby Tyler of the Equity Project. During the sessions, Council <br />heard about residents' experiences and thoughts around racial equity. Residents shared <br />how they see the COVID-19 pandemic interplay with the current racial justice <br />conversations, what "fences" or barriers they see to ending racial injustice and supporting <br />racial equality, and their bold ideas for addressing racial inequality. Residents also shared <br />