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City Council Meeting Minutes October 5, 2010 Page 10 of 13 National Register of Historic Places. Its frame construction and functional design illustrate an important architectural resource associated with agriculture. Staff met with the owner's broker to discuss the possible redevelopment of the parcel. Before proceeding with a possible dedication, the City is interested in understanding the structural integrity of the building. The owner has given permission to proceed with the assessment. The Historic Preservation Commission voted unanimously to move forward with the assessment. The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is therefore automatically eligible for local Iandmarking per Ordinance No. 1463, Series 2010 Section 15.36.050 C. In discussions with the City Attorney, it was determined the Grain Elevator does qualify for Historic Preservation Fund grant funding because of this eligibility status. A typical technical assessment report provides an exterior inspection noting existing conditions, materials, constructions methods; analysis of structural integrity, including the foundation, structural columns, walls, beams, and roof. It also provides an analysis of character defining features, including the interior, exterior and site and significance of character defining features will be prioritized from high to none and recommendations for rehabilitation will be prioritized with the most urgent or short- range. If approved, Staff will seek additional Historic Preservation Grant dollars to provide an additional $15,000. If authorized Staff will proceed with advertising a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Historic Structure Assessment of the Louisville Grain Elevator and with the help of a selection committee, which will include Staff and HPC members, will choose the most qualified candidate and bring the contract to City Council along with a final contract amount. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilor Dalton asked if the Historic Preservation Commission had a plan for the property if the assessment proves the structure is capable of being restored. Planning Director Russ explained the opportunity of the study arose when the property was put on the market. Prospective buyers for the property have inquired about the process for its redevelopment. He explained this property would require a platting of the parcel and a 12% public use dedication for a commercial use. The Planning Staff is interested in understanding the structural integrity of the building before determining its ability for reuse. Several ideas have been discussed including restoring it as a museum and reuse as a restaurant or a market. Mayor Sisk voiced his support for the assessment of the Louisville Grain Elevator. He noted the money for the assessment is not in the City's budget. Councilor Muckle voiced his reservation over spending money on property the City does not own, but noted this property has such historic value, he supported the assessment.