Landmark Commission Minutes - 09/30/2010- -
MINUTES
LANDMARK COMMISSION
September 30, 2010
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Dianne Thueson, Chairperson
■ Members
Marilyn Carper
■
Stacie Flood
■
Christy Graham
■
John Kidwell
■
Scott Stillson
■
Steve Wood
■
Karen Montgomery- Gagne, Interim Planning Supervisor ■ Staff
ABSENT:
Cindy Cotton ■
Michael Koen ■
Jim Newsom ■
Leo Bethge, Planner II ■ Staff
Councilor Michael Smith ■
I. CALL TO ORDER & INTRODUCTIONS
Chairperson Thueson called the Commission to order at 1:10 pm.
II. REVIEW & APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM AUGUST 24`h, 2010
The Chairperson provided time for Commission members to review the August 24`h meeting
minutes. Ms. Flood motioned to approve the August 24`h, 2010 Landmark Commission minutes,
motion seconded by Ms. Carper. Motion passed unanimously.
III. FINAL DISCUSSION — CLG BROCHURE PROJECT & SCRIPT FOR NARRATED AUDIO
VERSION
Staff provided a detailed overview of the final options /changes with the brochure that required
consensus from the Commission. Ms. Gagne stated the colorized photo cover has changed to
reflect the "yellow building block color" on the jewelry building, to match the color of the remainder
of the building. Ms. Gagne and members discussed the final title for the brochure. The cover title
of the brochure shall state "Touring Wichita Falls History..." The Commission members
unanimously voted for the cover title change. Mr. Stillson stated the "Texas" logo needs to be
reverse print on the dark blue. The Commission members agreed and believed that stating "Texas"
on the front cover was redundant. The City's new logo is now on the back of the cover.
Ms. Gagne discussed the distribution of the brochure. Planning will retain one to two cases and the
WF Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) will distribute to conventions and the eight local museums.
Ms. Flood and Chairperson Thueson both suggested limiting how it's distributed since the count of
75,000 brochures won't last long if it's deemed a popular brochure. Ms. Gagne stated that Ms.
Lindsay Greer, CVB Director, recommended limiting the amount of distribution by placing them in
racks only within Texas Information Centers and around the City of Wichita Falls. Staff will
coordinate these efforts.
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Ms. Gagne continued discussion by presenting three options for the front cover final lettering. The
recommended top three were provided by Proforma. The Commission's vote was unanimous in
choosing the #2: Captain Howdy style.
Ms. Gagne discussed the new logo star noted for each designated site in the brochure. The
Commission members voted unanimously for the blue star. They further agreed that it should be
placed on the title block for each applicable entry where it's more visible, verses at the bottom of the
text.
A legal question was discussed by Mr. Stillson regarding the proper sourcing of photos. Ms. Gagne
questioned the issue if it was regarding copyright. Mr. Stillson asked if we received written approval
for all photo sources (refer to acknowledgment section of the brochure). He further stated the City
Legal Department should prepare paperwork to cover all photo copyrights, to outline uses of the
photos and where it should be sourced. Ms. Gagne stated the Legal Department would probably
expect each department to prepare their own paperwork and then submit for review /comment. The
members continued the "sourcing" discussion.
Ms. Gagne and Ms. Flood further discussed the following sources:
Polly Cox Watercolors — referenced to Wichita County Heritage Society (WCHS) as the source
Commission members discussed the following references:
John Thomas — photos from West Floral Heights Historic District (WFHHD)
Deanna Watson — Times Record News (TRN) was contacted and authorized the City to use the
Wichita Falls Railroad (WFRR) Museum version of the "gateway" photo
Ms. Gagne informed the Commission of the following new and approved edits for the
Acknowledgements and Sources Section:
Times Publishing Company/Times Record News
Wichita Falls Railroad Museum
Wichita County Historical Commission was deleted
Julie Coley, Author & Owner, "Historical Tours of Wichita Falls"
Dianne Thueson, Preservation ist/Chairperson, Landmark Commission
Wichita Falls Railroad Museum. Historic Photograph Collection: Wichita Falls Gateway Sign -early
1900s
Ms. Flood promoted the use of Deed Records, located in the County Annex 3rd Floor for
ownership /deed history information. This became a concern since city staff was missing historical
ownership information for the audio version of the brochure. For example, the Indian Heights
Neighborhood needed more information and two properties in the Country Club Addition.
The audio version was further discussed. The Commission suggested separating each section of
the brochure into tracks. Downloading by section /neighborhood, versus downloading the entire
brochure would make the process more convenient and easier to disseminate. Staff indicated Mr.
Barry Levy, Public Information Office, will narrate the audio version and it will be available for
download on the City's website.
IV. UPDATE & DISCUSSION — CLG 2010 — DESIGN GUIDELINE OVERHAUL PROJECT
Chairperson Thueson provided a review of the process involved in obtaining our third grant -
overhauling the design review guidelines. Based on the history of this project the City did not
initially have the $5,625 matching funds so the project was put on hold. THC stated they would
work with the City to see what the budget process held for providing matching funds, since the City
scored well. Staff reported the city budget for fiscal year 2010 -2011 was approved along with the
project funding — which is a good start to move forward. Ms. Gagne noted she is working with
David W. Moore, principle and partner, with Hardy- Heck -Moore (HHM, Inc.) who is our contact with
this Austin -based consulting firm.
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Commission members agreed they need to get back to local preservation, neighborhood
development, renewal and education for the community. Chairperson Thueson stated about 4 -5
years ago the Commission swayed from their focus. This project will get the focus back to local
preservation issues.
Staff noted both the Preservation Ordinance and the Design Guidelines have not been updated for
6 -7 years. These are important to update since many projects have been reviewed, the Council
has changed, and the guidelines do not adequately address all issues at this time, etc. The
Commission agreed that a handbook, a user - friendly tool to educate the public, is needed.
Chairperson Thueson agreed this is an opportunity to educate the Council and to strengthen the
Historic Preservation Ordinance.
Ms. Graham stated, before commencing with discussion, that Jefe's restaurant is no longer in the
Depot District. Now they're located on Southwest Parkway. Members discussed and stated the
design review process was not needed.
V. UPDATE — "A CITIZEN'S GUIDE TO SECTION 106 REVIEW" RESOURCE GUIDE
Staff informed members the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) mailed each CLG a
Guidebook on the Section 106 review process.
VI. OTHER BUSINESS:
a.) West Floral Heights Historic District — Monthly Report
Ms. Carper stated on October 18th a new neighborhood association president will be elected. His
name is Mr. Johnny Combs, and he'll start January 2011.
A new sign will be posted in the park median. A local neighborhood person made the sign and the
Association is working with the City for proper placement.
Mr. Carper further mentioned 1400 Hayes has problems with gangs and drugs. Because of this
residents are scared and want to retaliate. Chairperson Thueson recommended the Police
Department come talk to the neighborhood association. Future projects are encouraged to
increase memberships. Also, a neighborhood alert system is needed, to send e-mail alerts to
neighbors within the district.
Ms. Gagn6 stated the next meeting in October is to be announced at a later date. Meeting time is
dependant upon the status of the brochure project & arrival of the printed brochures. Chairperson
Thueson stated she may offer her position to someone else to avoid meeting time conflicts. No
other members were interested in the Chairman's role at this time. Members noted Ms. Thueson
was an excellent Chairperson.
VII. ADJOURN
Chairperson Thueson adjourned the meeting at 2:22 pm.
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