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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHist Presv Cmte - 07/31/07 �'��'� CITY OF PALM DESERT � � BUILDING & SAFETY DEPARTMENT , INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM To: Rachelle Klassen, City Clerk �c.��n�¢., From: Suzanne Cicchini, Administrative Secretary Date: October 30, 2007 Subject: Submission of Approved Minutes for the Historic Preservation Committee Meeting July 31, 2007 Attached is a copy of July 31, 2007 Minutes of the Historic Preservation Committee approved by the Committee on October 30, 2007. Please include on the next City Council agenda. Thank you �ITY C������� �CTIrJiV: �PPROVED DENIED �ECFsIVED E i/c° OTHER -` Attachment I�SBT2NG DA.�E - -U� �,`S�ES: �j�fLSU e�('C � , 11'l � � �oBS:�_�-�-�-� �1L� Aas�rv_ N c,rP . AB�TAIN. �; � VERIFIED HY• fC Original on�File with ity Clerk's Offir,e G:\BldgSfty\Suzanne Cicchini\Word Files\Historic Preservation Committee\Memo-City Clerk-Minutes.doc CITY OF PALM DESERT �-�--� � � HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MINUTES J U LY 31, 2007 Administrative Conference Room I. CALL TO ORDER Chair Kim Housken called the meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee to order at 10:04 a.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Dan Kaiser None Gale Broeker Vera Handley Kim Housken Jan Holmlund Bob Pitchford Kent Routh Don Graybill, Alternate Also Present: Suzanne Cicchini, Recording Secretary III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Committee Member Kent Routh moved to approve the Minutes of the June 26, 2007 meeting. Committee Member Jan Holmlund requested that a correction be made to the minutes to clarify an item noted in Section VII, Public Comments on Items not on the Agenda. The minutes accurately reflect what was said. Committee Member Jan Holmlund did indicate that she had been asked to be on the Committee, however, she wanted to clarify that she was asked by a staff member of the City of Rancho Mirage to submit an application to be considered to join the Historic Preservation Committee in that city. She was not asked to be on the Historic Preservation Committee in Rancho Mirage. Committee Member Kent Routh moved that the minutes be approved as corrected. Committee Member Vera Handley seconded the motion. It received unanimous approval 6-0. IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS A. CHAIR REPORT 1. Kim Housken introducted Dan Kaiser, New Acting Secretary. He has been involved with historic preservation for a number of years and in a number of jurisdictions such as City of Rialto, City of Calabasas, City HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE July 31, 2007 of Corona. Dan Kaiser also teaches the state historical building codes to building officials and building inspectors throughout the state. He noted he was happy to be here and offered his help. 2. Chair Kim Housken thanked everyone for coming to Former Director of Building and Safety, Amir Hamizadeh's going away party. Thanks to Bob Pitchford's for his efforts on the beautiful drawing that was framed and given to Mr. Hamidzadeh. 3. On Thursday, August 2, 2007, California Preservation Foundation is hosting a workshop in Berkeley, California. The subject is: The Identification, Evaluation, Planning and Treatment of Cultural Landscapes. 4. In San Jose, California on August 23, 2007, the California Preservation Foundation is holding a workshop on Use and Application of the California Historica{ Building Code. Dan Kaiser, Acting Secretary noted that he had a friend at the Foundation and he could contact her to request having something represented by their organization in this area. B. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS 1. Chair Kim Housken announced the need for subcommittees for educational activities and brochures. Committee Member Kent Routh volunteered for the Public Relations subcommittee which will include publications and brochures. Committee Member Vera Handley agreed to work with Committee Member Kent Routh on this subcommittee. Committee Member Vera Handley noted that it is very important the public be aware that this committee exists. She has a number of ideas about this, including inviting prominent desert residents to Historic Preservation Committee events. Committee Member Kent Routh reminded the committee of the idea for a reception and a viewing of the film Desert Utopia. Chair Kim Housken noted she and Committee Member Jan Holmlund were very interested in the education subcommittee. All Committee Members can help with these subcommittees. A discussion commenced about the various options under consideration for publication such as a tri-fold brochure or a booklet. Committee Member Jan Holmlund mentioned three books she brought with her today: Clues to American Architecture by Marilyn W.Klein & David P. Fogel printed by Starrhill Press; Interpetation of Historic Sites by William T. Alderson and Shirley Payne Low; Historic Preservation in Albuqueraue, prepared by The Planning Department of The City of Alburquerque and Jim Baca, Mayor. Committee Member Jan Holmlund noted that the bus tour handouts could be refined and built up and include architectural comments. She believes a booklet could be established quickly. Committee Member Bob Pitchford expressed his desire to keep whatever publication is prepared simple. G:\BldgSfty\Suzanne Cicchini\Word Files\Historic Preservation Committee\Minutes073107.doc. 2 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE July 31, 2007 C. INDIVIDUAL COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS 1. Colleqe of the Desert Campus Chanqes Update — Committee Member Kent Routh announced that the College of the Desert Meetings had been cancelled for July and August. Committee Member Kent Routh noted that he'll be contacted about the September, 2007 meeting. 2. Cove Communities Update — Committee Member Jan Holmlund announced that there was no meeting of the Rancho Mirage Historic Preservation Commission for the month of July, 2007. No meeting will be held for August, 2007. The Commission meets again in September. 3. Committee Member Jan Holmlund updated the Committee regarding the status of the letter supporting the nomination of the Cavanaugh House in Indian Wells as a primary historic structure. This letter was to be sent to the owners as indicated in the Minutes from the June 26, 2007 meeting. Even though Director of Building and Safety, Amir Hamidzadeh had called but not made contact with the City of Indian Wells before he left to begin his new position, Acting Secretary, Dan Kaiser did not believe this committee was overstepping their boundaries by sending one. He recommended that the Committee draft a letter as an adjacent jurisdiction historical preservation committee. He indicated that if the letter is written in that respect, it will be taken as such. V. OLD BUSINESS A. Ordinance/Mills Act — Dan Kaiser, Acting Secretary informed the committee members that there was no new information regarding the progress of the ordinance, and that The City Attorney is still reviewing it. Committee Member Jan Holmlund expressed her concern about the length of time it has been taking to see the ordinance. She indicated it is very important that the committee see it soon. Dan Kaiser, Acting Secretary told the committee he would have a more definitive answer for them next time they meet. B. Prospective Properties - Chair Kim Housken noted that there are four properties that have been nominated and she wanted to be prepared to provide the information to Acting Secretary, Dan Kaiser as soon as the ordinance is in place. Amir Hamizadeh had done one sample report for the Shindler Residence. The three remaining properties are The Desert Magazine Building, Jillian's, and the Bergen Residence. Committee Member Ken Routh did some work in connection with these properties, but more information is needed. Committee Member Kent Routh provided location, history and connection to local personalities. Committee Member Jan Holmlund commented that Committee Member Gale Broeker's expertise in research could provide the missing information. Committee Member Kent G:\BldgSfty\Suzanne Cicchini\Word Files\Historic Preservation Committee\Minutes073107.doc. 3 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE July 31, 2007 Routh noted that there was a question on Jillian's. There was a question about the number of apartments and rooms. Committee Member Jan Holmlund noted that she had photographs of the Bergen Residence, however the photos were dark and not easily reproduced. She had photos, measurements and title information. Chair Kim Housken had the sample report that Director of Building and Safety, Amir Hamidzadeh had done and will bring it to the next workshop. His sample was prepared under the current ordinance. VI. NEW BUSINESS A. Forms - Chair Kim Housken had a number of examples of forms from other jurisdictions. These included types of simple, user-friendly forms with procedures and steps needed to nominate a property for historic preservation. Committee Member Jan Holmlund indicated that having the address, a photograph, age and other basic information would work well. Chair Kim Housken noted that she would like to the see all the information up front, so that the applicant would only have to make one trip to the City of Palm Desert. Committee Member Jan Holmlund commented that a Historic Preservation Officer would be helpful to put together a history of the property and get all the information. She expressed her concern over the lack of this officer. Acting Secretary Dan Kaiser indicated that the Committee has the right idea on thinking about how to approach app{ications and forms, but he indicated it was a little premature to go ahead with anything further than ideas at this time because the committee has not seen the ordinance. Dan Kaiser, Acting Secretary responded to Committee Member Jan Holmlund's concern over the lack of a Historic Preservation Officer. He indicated that he would act in that capacity. If a property needs to be evaluated, he would take care of it. Whether he did it himself or contracted it out, he assured them he would take care of it in accordance with state laws and the city ordinance. Acting Secretary Dan Kaiser reminded the Committee Members that their function was to advise the City Council on what actions to take with respect to historical properties, structures, areas and airspace. Any forms developed should be viewed as a Council Member would. Consider how might The City Council direct and guide the applicant. If it appears that it would be beneficial to route the application to other City of Palm Desert Departments, then it would be appropriate to have the Council be aware that this applicanYs request may impact other City Departments. Acting Secretary, Dan Kaiser's position was to put these kinds of decisions on hold until the ordinance has been adopted. Chair Kim Housken inquired how to provide guidance to an applicant now. It was Acting Secretary Dan Kaiser's recommendation that they work with the ordinance that is in place now. VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA None. G:\BldgSfty\Suzanne Cicchini\Word Files\Historic Preservation Committee\Minutes073107.doc. 4 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE July 31, 2007 VIII. COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS A. Committee Member Kim Housken commented that plaques should be the subject of a future agenda. She was concerned about Committee Member Bob Pitchford having to deal with the cost aspect of it. Acting Secretary Dan Kaiser noted that it would be City staff's responsibility to take care of that. Chair Kim Housken mentioned that Bob Pitchford could provide sketches. B. Committee Member Vera Handley reminded the committee of the intention to recognize Edith Morre. Committee Member Jan Holmlund mentioned that Hal Rover, President of the Palm Desert Historical Society was supposed to send someone to interview her. C. Committee Member Gale Broeker invited everyone to the Desert Alliance for Community Development (D.A.C.E.) Office for a meeting regarding Dos Palmas tonight at 6:00 p.m. at 53-990 Enterprise Way, Suite 1, Coachella, California. Telephone: (760) 391-5050. Committee Member Gale Broeker described the location as 54th and Highway 86 in Coachella. IX. CONFIRM NEXT MEETING DATES AND ADJOURN Workshop — Friday, August 17, 2007, 10:00 a.m. — Council Chambers Conference Room. Regular Meeting —Tuesday, August 28, 2007, 10:00 a.m. —Administrative Conference Room. Chair Kim Housken adjourned the meeting at 11:18 a.m. G:\BldgSfty\Suzanne Cicchini\Word Files\Historic Preservation Committee\Minutes073107.doc. 5