Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/12/1998CITY OF SANTA ANA TITCTl~DT/` DCCl~i TD!`CC l`/ll~.il~rITCCT/IAT ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING CITY OF SANTA ANA HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION November 12, 1998. CALLED TO ORDER ATTENDANCE: ABSENT: Mr. Joseph Edwards, Principal Planner, introduced Mr. Jim Wilson as the Historic Resources Commission consultant. Mr_ Jim Wilson introduced himself and discussed with the Commission his training and qualitications as consultant to the Commission. STAFF PRESENT: Robyn Uptegraff, E>decutive Director Kenneth Adams, Plapning Manager Gary Sheatz, Assistapt City Attorney Sharon M. Johnson, Commission Secretary 1. Introduction of the Historical Consultant. ' 2. Commissioner Cribb requested that Commissioner Marsh and Ms. Adeline Walker be recognized for their efforts and determination in establishing the Historic Resources Commission. In addition, he expressed his gratitude for their excellent work for preserving historical structures. Mr. Adams stated that he would prepare written recognition to Commissioner Marsh and Ms. Adeline Walker. 3 4. Discussion of the Bylaws. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Bylaws for the Historic Resources Commission. Mr. Joseph Edwards presented the Bylaws and staff recommendation for the Historic Resources Commission. ~, Motion to approve the Bylaws for the Historic Resources Commission. MOTION: Kings City Council Chambers 22 Civic Center Plaza, Room 147 4:10 p.m. Archibald Berry Louis Brenes Rita Corpin Don Cribb Rose Anne Kings Diann Marsh Randall Simons Mary Ann Ch; James Gartner SECOND: Marsh AYES: Berry, Brenes, Corpin, Cribb, Kings, MBtrsh, Simons NOES: None ABSENT: Chamberlain and Gartner ABSTAIN: None Election of Officers. Nomination for Chairman Nomination far Vice Chairman Nomination for Pro Tem Mr. Kenneth Adams described to the Commission the entertained motions for the ofticers. officers of the Commission and The Commission unanimously decided to delay e]ection ~f ofticers to January 1999. Mr. Adams informed the Commission that he would chair the Bo rd until ofticers were elected. 1 5. Robert's Rules of Order. Mr. Kenneth Adams, referenced the Commissioners (handbook and explained to the Commission the processes of the hearings. Commissioner Cribb asked if the Commission would be reviewing the demolition process for historical structures. Mr. Adams indicated that the demolition process had not been formally established. However, the Historic Resources Commissioq had the authority to formalize the process if it chose to do so; and he would agendize the item'for discussion at the next meeting. 6. Comments from the Executive Director. 'Chere were no comments. 7. Comments from the Planning staff. Mr. Joseph Edwards informed the Commission that at the next meeting, staff would be discussing policy issues and the Mill's Act. 8. Comments from the Historical Resources Commissioners, Commissioner Berry expressed his appreciation that the istoric Resources commission had been established and stated that he was looking forward to s~rving as a Commissioner. Commissioner Brenes indicated that he was honored to serve on the Commission; that the City had many historic treasures to be preserved. In addition, hej stated that he was interested in the overall vision. Mr. Adanis informed the Commission that they had the ability to articulate their overall vision. Commissioner Corpin stated that she appreciated Council allowing the formation of the Historic Resources Commission. ' Commissioner Cribb stated that he was privileged to have jbeen chosen to be on the Historic Resources Commission and he was instrumental in forming the Commission. In addition, he stated that he was interested in preserving 18`" through 2 `" Streets, preserving the historic perception on the streets; possibly historical signs on the s reefs or facades on the structures; and he noted that they were in the process of being rezonec . Mr. Adams responded that staff would Form a portfolio at the next scheduled meeting. Commissioner Kings asked with the formation of the Com fission, if the Commission became certified, could the City be eligible for Federal funds. Mr. Adams stated that that was a topic in the future that would be discussed with the Commission and staff would be requesting that the Commission prioritize matters in the way they would lake staff handle them. She further asked if the Commission would be establishing a historic neighborhood. Mr. Adams suggested that it would be in the best interest of the Historic Resources Commission not to get into Planning Commission's authority. However, the Historic Commission had the authority unless the City Counci] overturned that authority. Commissioner Marsh informed the Commission that she had recently had conversations with the Clerk of the Council and stated that with the newly elected Council members, changes could occur amongst the Commission. But the Commissio^ members were to remain on the Commission unless a letter was received indicating differently. Commissioner Marsh requested time on the next agenda to discuss how historical list was fodmed and to display photographs of the stmctures. She noted that he believed it was important (for the City to have a copy of the information as well as the library. Commissioner Simons expressed his appreciation for his ap ointment on the Commission and stated that the City was a wonderhd nucleus for historical st~ctures. 9. Adjournment to the Council Chambers. Staff and the Commission adjourned to the Council Chamberg at 5:50 p.m ROLL CALL 10. Discussion of hearing procedures. Mr. Adams explained to the Commission the set up of~ the Council Chambers, seating arrangements for the Commission and staff, and the voting process. .. i 11 RECOMMENDATION: 12. Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 21, 1998. SMJ The motion was seconded and I~~ I 0 Aouroval of the minutes of the meeting of October 21, 1 Due to time constraints, the approval of the minces was continued to the next scheduled meeting. Adjournment Commissioner Corpin moved to adjourn at 6:05 p.m unanimously passed. ~~ Diann Marsh,Chair Historic Resources Commission Historic Resources Commission Minutes November 12, 1998 Z