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Landmark Commission Minutes - 08/24/2010r.w MINUTES LANDMARK COMMISSION August 24, 2010 MEMBERS PRESENT: Dianne Thueson, Chairperson ■ Members Stacie Flood ■ Christy Graham ■ John Kidwell ■ Jim Newsom ■ Michael Koen ■ Leo Bethge, Planner II ■ Staff Karen Montgomery- Gagne, Interim Planning Supervisor ■ COUNCIL LIAISON: Councilor Michael Smith ■ ABSENT: Marilyn Carper ■ Cindy Cotton ■ Scott Stillson ■ Steve Wood ■ I. CALL TO ORDER & INTRODUCTIONS Chairperson Thueson called the Commission to order at 3:11 p.m. after obtaining quorum. II. REVIEW & APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM JULY 20th, 2010 The Chairperson provided time for Commission members to review the July 20th meeting minutes. Mr. Newsom motioned for approval of the Landmark Commission minutes. Mr. Koen seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. III. PROJECT UPDATE & DISCUSSION — KEMP CENTER FOR THE ARTS ADDITION — 1300 LAMAR ST Ms. Gagne provided some background information, stating the Kemp Center addition project was previously reviewed and approved in August 2009 by the Landmark Commission. Mr. Newsom recalled discussed from that meeting, interjecting the original brick will be retained as much as possible and will be used on the addition. Mr. Koen, architect for the project, stated the addition will comprise of three stories, with two rooms per each floor. The addition will provide much needed storage space for the facility and reducing the wear & tear on the newly remodeled building. The architect referred to the site plan drawing, noting once the exterior is completed no one should notice the addition since the use of brick and cast stone will be of the same material and blend in with the existing, historic materials. The next phase will be the opposite side. The first phase of the project is anticipated to be completed within six months. Landmark Commission August 24, 2010 page 1 Chairperson Thueson clarified with the architect that there is no change from the project as t approved last year. Mr. Koen agreed and staff noted the drawings were identical. Ms. Gagne stated the applicant is only requesting a time extension. Mr. Kidwell introduced a motion extending the design review approval for the Kemp Center for the Arts south addition for another one (1) year timeframe. Motion was seconded by Ms. Graham. The Commission, with no changes being requested, were in agreement with the time extension — motion passed unanimously. IV. OTHER BUSINESS: a.) West Floral Heights Historic District— Monthly Report Chairperson Thueson asked the Commission if there was anything to report. Ms. Carper and Ms. Cotton were absent so in their place, Mr. Newsom stated everything's business as usual for both West Floral Heights and Morningside. b.) Graham B. Purcell /Federal Building /Post Office — 1000 Lamar Ms. Gagne informed the Commission the sidewalks around the Post Office are being removed and replaced to conform with ADA accessibility standards. Currently, 70% of the length was removed along Lamar Street and is in the midst of preparation for new concrete. The curbs and parking meters will also be lowered. This infrastructure change will not affect the fagade of the landmark Post Office. The second phase of the project will be the main entry steps. Ms. Gagne further informed the Public Works supervisor and U.S. Postal worker on -site if there were any modification that would change the fagade the Commission will need to be notified prior to conducting the work. Councilor Smith asked about other city enhancement projects. Ms. Gagne stated there are three other enhancement projects planned on 8th Street. City Engineering is preparing bids for this project for fall 2010 and it will consist of three projects on 8th Street (Lamar, Scott & Indiana) for inlaying a star in the intersection with stamped colored pedestrian ways around the intersection and bumped out corners to make areas more conducive for pedestrians. This was identified in the Master Plan — Vision 20 -20. c.) & d.) Next Work Session & Meeting Schedule Chairperson Thueson stated the next work session is planned for September 6th; however, she informed the Commission she cannot meet after 3:00 pm since she needs to pick up her grandchildren from school. Mr. Koen recommended the Commission meet during the lunch hour. Mr. Kidwell recommended a meeting time of either 12:30 pm or 4:00 pm. Chairperson Thueson recommended a meeting time of 12:30 p.m. starting in September - and everyone can bring their brown bag lunch. Ms. Gagne stated the Commission will need to meet again to discuss the final version, as a work session, before it goes to the graphics /layout people on September 3`d. Chairperson Thueson recommended setting up another work session on August 27th at 9:30 a.m. Discussion ensued, and Ms. Gagne recommended having another work session for September 1St, at 1:30 p.m. and meeting on both dates. In summary, the upcoming work session meetings are set for: August 27th, 9:30 a.m.; September 1St, 1:30 p.m.; and September 6th, 12:30 p.m. The next scheduled regular meeting is September 28th at 12:30 p.m. V. HISTORIC SITES BROCHURE PROJECT WORK — CLG 2009 GRANT - UPDATES, FINALIZE TXHC REVISIONS & TIMESHEETS, NARRATED SCRIPT, ETC. Ms. Gagne completed the current version of the brochure edits, dated August 24th, on the date of this meeting. Discussion commenced regarding the brochure title and whether to include city and state on the front page. Chairperson Thueson recommended using the word "touring ", versus "driving and walking tour ". Using the phrase "A Journey Through Time — Touring Wichita Falls History' is acceptable. Landmark Commission August 24, 2010 page 2 Ms. Gagne further discussed measures of proper sourcing for the use of photographs and all reference materials. She contacted Ms. Lesley Daly, City Librarian to verify proper reference of all sources. Chairperson Thueson questioned the official title and source for the Polly Cox watercolors, and if there was a copyright on that source. Ms. Flood stated she will reference her sources at the Wichita County Heritage Society for the written portion and use of photographs, unless there's no copyright. Mr. Kidwell questioned the use of sources for the photo special recognition section. Chairperson Thueson stated that all contributors should be noted, including Mr. Levy and Mr. Bethge, as contributing photographers. Ms. Gagn6 stated the brochure Introduction and Overview was changed based on the request of TX Historical Commission(TXHC). She further stated there is a need to better reference national, state and local historic designations with a symbol. Ms. Flood recommended deleting "driving /walking" at the end of the introduction. Ms. Gagne added additional material for the Eastside neighborhood, as recommended by TXHC, based on the significance of Spudder Field and key African - American leaders. She further referenced in the material the listing of sites as "not protected" or "non- designated ", tying in uses of photos, and type of designations based on location. Ms. Flood recommended the need for a date with the Recorded Texas Historic Landmark status for the Wichita Theatre, First Methodist, Kell Field Air Museum, Women's Forum, and Week's Mansion. Ms. Gagn6 added that Ms. Watson from the Wichita County Archives /Museum of North Texas History is researching this information. Ms. Graham questioned which buildings, as stated in the draft brochure, are designated or have plaques. Ms. Gagne questioned which should be added or removed for historic designation. She further discussed how to address the areas of Fillmore and Lucy Park. Chairperson Thueson stated that several homes in the brochure do not list an architectural style, such as the Fillmore and Southland neighborhood. Ms. Gagne pointed out that Mr. Wood is absent. His homework was to reference all residential architectural styles, specifically for 2116 Hiawatha Boulevard. Ms. Gagnd discussed how to properly lay out all information, such as in two columns. She further expressed the concern with the collage of Morningside and West Floral Heights photos, since both areas are designated districts. Mr. Newsom mentioned that a few of these homes should incorporate a shorter architectural style, and to increase the amount of write -up for the schools. Ms. Gagne stated Ms. Watson is researching additional information for WFISD schools. Councilor Smith questioned the use of the historic postcard photo for the prior Old High ( WFISD High School) building. Mr. Bethge stated he could take additional pictures of the current school building — Commission members were in agreement. Ms. Gagnd stated the revised write -up for Country Club and MSU is not complete, and photos are being reconsidered based on the amount of foliage screening the historic homes. Ms. Gagne will discuss with Mr. Levy about photo shopping the branches at the Perkins /Prothro house, and 1612 Hayes in the West Floral Heights District. The Commission questioned the use of photos for MSU. The Commission felt these two photos are acceptable. Ms. Gagne discussed the Museum section. She stated some of the museums are cross referenced in the brochure based on their historical significance. Two photos remain for the Museum section based on historic interests for the City and not just based on the building's architecture. Ms. Gagne discussed the "Lost" section. These photos were worked into a two column section, though there may be questioning by the TXHC of the use of the Buchanan Terrace photo since it's a ghost image of the building. She further mentioned about the map layout and formatting of credits for the back page. Chairperson Thueson added she recommends Mr. Levy as the voice- Landmark Commission August 24, 2010 page 3 • ` . 1 ' . 1 over /narrator for the CD /pod cast. The Commission and Planning staff were in complete agreement with this suggestion and believe Mr. Levy provides a wealth of talent. Ms. Gagne further stated she needed everyone's timesheets. She needs all timesheets by the time of the August 27th work session. VI. ADJOURN Chairperson Thueson recommended a motion for adjournment. Mr. Koen motioned and Mr. Newsom seconded the motion to adjourn at 4:22 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. i I mi" andmark Commission August 24, 2010 y -.3o -Io Date page 4