HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/17/2007-Historical Society-Minutes-Regular HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MINUTES
TUESDAY,JULY 17,2007
Present: Paul Dwyer,Russell Martin,Don McClure,Liz Springer,Tern Patton,Patti Walker
Staff: Cecile Carson,Director of Economic Development
1 Call Meeting to Order
Meeting was called to order by Chair Don McClure
2 Approval of Minutes
Motion was made to approve the minutes April 30, 2007 and May 14, 2007 meetmgs with the
correction to add Patty Walker to present and change Polly Dwyer to Paul Dwyer. Passed
unanimously.
3 Discuss and consider Section 28,"H" Historic District and Historic Preservation
Cecile Carson stated the ordinance has been reviewed by the City Attorney and was placed on
the agenda so the Commission would have an opportunity to review before the item is
scheduled for the August 9 Planning and Zoning Commission. Commissioners made some
editing changes but not significant contain change. Ms Carson stated she would not be at the
August 9 Planning and Zoning Commission and asked if members would be able to attend.
Russell Martin agreed to provide the Commission with mformation since he serves on both
groups. Mr. McClure mdicated he would attend. Liz Springer made a motion to proceed,
seconded by Tern Patton and approved unanimously.
4 Discuss and consider boundaries for a historic district
Members discussed possible boundaries and structures to be included. No decision was made
but areas discussed included Bohvar Street from 1-35 to Railroad. Cherry and Locust Streets
on the south and Elm Street on the north Members will review area and discuss at next
meeting.
5. Discuss and consider properties for historic designation
Members discussed current designations made by the Historical Society and Texas Historical
Commission Members will be reviewing structures prior to next meeting to discuss.
6. Discussion of proposed historic district
Members were provided the latest updated ordinance in the packet. Cecile Carson stated that
once the boundaries are determined the staff recommends having a public forum to discuss the
district. This would be done prior to public hearings so the commission could build support
from the property owners. Ms. Carson also shared information about conservation districts
that was included in the packet.
7. Possible List of Future Agenda Items.
No items.
8. Meeting Adjourned
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