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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-25-14 City of Farmington Mission Statement 430 Third Street Through teamwork and cooperation, Farmington,MN 55024 the City of Farmington provides quality services that preserve our proud past and foster a promising future. AGENDA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING November 25,2014 7:00 P.M. CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. Call to order 2. Approval of agenda 3. Approval of minutes a. September 23,2014 Regular Meeting(pgs. 1-3) b. October 15,2014 Special Meeting(pgs.4-5) 4. Public Hearings None 5. Continued Business a. Heritage Interpretation Plan(pg. 6) 6. New Business a. Review HPC Webpage(pg. 7) b. 2015 Goals, Objectives and Work plan(pgs. 8-9) 7. Reports&Plans a. Consultant Report-verbal 8. Miscellaneous None 9. Commission Roundtable 10.Adjourn City of Farmington Mission Statement 430 Third Street Through teamwork and cooperation, Farmington,MN 55024 the City of Farmington provides quality services that preserve our proud past and foster a promising future HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES September 23,2014 7:00 P.M. CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. Call to order at 7:00 p.m. Commission Members Present: Members Franceschelli,Lehto,Mohlis Commission Members Absent: Members Haley,McMillen Also Present: Consultant Vogel,Planning Manager Wippler 2. Approval of agenda Motion by Mohlis,second by Lehto to approve the agenda. APIF,Motion passed. 3. Approval of the minutes a. July 22,2014 Regular Meeting Motion by Lehto,second by Mohlis to approve the July 22,2014 regular meeting minutes. APIF, Motion passed. 4. Public Hearings Nothing 5. Continued Business a. Heritage Landmark Interactive Map demonstration Planning Manager Wippler demonstrated the interactive Heritage Landmark web map for the Commission. The Dakota County Department of Geographic Information Systems developed the web map. Generally the Commission liked the way the web map was laid out however,they would like to have the survey report and designation study for each of the landmark properties added into the web map. Staff will work with Consultant Vogel to get the digitized reports to the County for inclusion into the web map. b. Arcadia Publishing proposal Commissioner Lehto had asked to have this topic placed back on the agenda for further discussion. She had received information on the process for authoring the book;however,it is a very intensive and 1 • I detailed process. Commission Lehto is looking for assistance in completing the project. The Commission would like to hold a workshop on October 15,2014 to discuss this proposal and to see if this is a project that the Commission would like to take on or be a part of. Planning Manager Wippler will send out an email to the Commission to officially set the date for the workshop,which is tentatively scheduled for October 15 at 7pm. c. State Preservation Conference recap Chair Franceschelli and Commissioner Lehto attended the 2014 AASLH Annual Meeting and gave the Commission a brief overview of the conference. Both Commissioners were impressed with the conference overall. There were a number of interesting tours and sessions including the Schmidt's Brewery which has been converted it into loft apartments and recreation space. 6. New Business a. Economic Revitalization of Downtown Planning Manager Wippler mentioned that staff has been discussing with the EDA the possible development of a plan for the downtown.As of right now we are not sure what the plan will ultimately look like. The City will be applying for Redevelopment Incentive Grant money through the Dakota County CDA to cover the costs for the planning portions of the plan. It is likely that an RFP for the plan will be going out later this winter. Once the funding is in place and the process for developing the plan has begun there will likely be joint meetings between the EDA,Planning Commission and HPC. b. Heritage Tourism—tool for economic development? The main question that needs to be answered regarding heritage tourism is how we accomplish this. If we were to put an interpretation sign,where would you put it? It would be a place where there are lots of people who could stop and view it. Parks and the Regional Greenways would be good locations for those interpretation aspects. Heritage Tourism would force partnerships with other groups who want to make money off the people who are coming to town. This would also include marketing the community in a more inclusive and holistic approach.Consultant Vogel stated that a goal of the HPC over the next couple years should be to provide more service to those people who own the historic resources and one way to do that is to involve them into the economics of it. 7. Reports Nothing 8. Miscellaneous Nothing 9. Commission Roundtable Commissioner Mohlis asked for an update on the Exchange Bank building. Planning Manager Wippler stated the status of the building is the same as reported at the last meeting. Planning Manager Wippler will get an update from the Building Official and Fire Marshal and email the Commission if there is anything new to report. Planning Manager Wippler provided the Commission with an update on the house at 409 Spruce Street. The roof is complete and the owners are continuing to work on the siding. They have until the end of the month to get the house into compliance. 2 7- Commissioner Mohlis informed the Commission that he recently started an internship with the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota. Planning Manager Wippler stated that the HPC's annual report is due to SHPO by the end of October. The draft report will be brought to the special meeting in October to have the Commission review it before it is sent into the State for approval. Planning Manager Wippler provided the Commission with an update on the Limited Commercial Ventures ordinance. The ordinance was approved by the City Council on September 2,2014. The Council did make one small modification to the ordinance and that was the removal of the performance standard dealing with the proposed use not creating any increase in noise,air or other pollution. The Council felt that performance standard was vague and difficult to enforce. 10. Adjourn Motion by Lehto,second by Mohlis,to adjourn at 8:12 p.m.APIF,Motion passed. Submitted by, Tony Wipple% tanning Manager 3 3 City of Farmington Mission Statement 430 Third Street Through teamwork and cooperation, Farmington,MN 55024 the City of Farmington provides quality services that preserve our proud past and foster a promising future • HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES October 15,2014 7:00 P.M. CONFERENCE ROOM#169 1. Call to order at 7:00 p.m. Commission Members Present: Members Franceschelli,Lehto,Mohlis,McMillen Commission Members Absent: Member Haley Also Present: Consultant Vogel,Planning Manager Wippler 2. Approval of agenda Motion by McMillen,second by Mohlis to approve the agenda. APIF,Motion passed. 3. Public Hearings Nothing 4. Continued Business a. Arcadia Publishing proposal The Commission decided as a group it will not take this on at this time and that it is not a high priority for this Commission. The Commission's role should be to assist in the recruitment of community members or interested individuals who may want to get involved in a project like this. 5. New Business Nothing 6. Reports a. 2014 Annual Report Planning Manager Wippler presented the 2014 Annual Report to the Commission. The report is required to maintain the City's eligibility as a Certified Local Government. Motion by Mohlis,second by Lehto to approve the 2014 Annual Report. APIF,Motion passed. 7. Miscellaneous 1 4 • Commissioner Mohlis mentioned that he attended a cemetery preservation workshop in Duluth that was hosted by the Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps. There was discussion regarding the Middle Creek cemetery,questions arose as to who maintains the property. Planning Manager Wippler will check with the Park and Recreation Director and report back to the Commission. Long term there is need for an interpretation plan for the site. Discussion occurred around possibly having a holiday preservation event at the cemetery in 2015. The Commission will continue to discuss this as an opportunity and to possibly include in the goals for 2015. 8. Commission Roundtable Commissioner McMillen inquired about the overabundance of weeds that can be found in front of many of the businesses in the downtown. Staff will discuss this issue with the Park and Recreation Director and report back to the Commission. Planning Manager Wippler provided the Commission with an update on the property located at 409 Spruce Street. The notice and corrective order that was issued for the property has not been forwarded to legal counsel as staff made a determination that the house has been brought into compliance. Develop a list of projects that volunteers could potentially complete. Consultant Vogel mentioned that his office receives phones calls from time to time asking about potential projects that could be done as a service project or the like. This should be discussed at the next meeting. 9. Adjourn Motion by McMillen,second by Lehto,to adjourn at 8:04 p.m.APIF,Motion passed. Submitted by, 074117 Tony Wippler,Planning Manager 2 c • MEMORANDUM TO: Heritage Preservation Commission FROM: Robert Vogel, Preservation Planning Consultant DATE: November 19, 2014 SUBJECT: Interpretation Plan–Progress Report Earlier this year, the HPC directed me to develop a plan for interpretation of historic preservation resources in the city. In historic preservation, interpretive plans typically outline the goals and objectives of the program, consider the needs of residents and visitors, and establish thematic guidelines for interpretive media such as signs, markers, kiosks, tours, brochures, websites, exhibits, etc. The overall goal of the interpretation program is to promote the enduring values and sustainability of historic buildings and sites by "translating" the language of historic preservation into stories and experiences that everyone can enjoy. My approach to interpretation planning has been guided by the following assumptions: • Interpretation is an educational activity that aims to reveal the meaning of Farmington's historical, architectural, and archaeological heritage through illustrative media and "hands-on"experiences. • Factual information, alone, is not interpretation to be most effective, interpretation must relate to things with which people are familiar. • The chief aim of interpretation is provocation, not instruction. • Interpretation media should combine historical, architectural, cultural, aesthetic, and other relevant information to present a whole story rather than only a part. • Interpretation for young people should not be a dilution of interpretation for adults. • Interpretation is not a marketing plan and cannot, in and of itself, promote economic development—however, it may be used as a marketing tool to help create a sense of appreciation for a particular historic resource. During the past year I have been assembling background information about the interpretive potential of historic properties in Farmington. This work has focused on identifying historic preservation resources that are best suited for "experience-based tourism" by being highly visible and accessible (for example, historic properties located on major thoroughfares, recreational trails, and adjacent to public open space areas). I have also been exploring opportunities for development of interpretive activities that might directly involve the owners of the historic buildings. In general, interpretive themes will be based on the historic context framework outlined in the city's comprehensive plan. In early 2015 I am planning to facilitate a workshop with the HPC to discuss interpretive themes, program objectives, and the types of interpretive media best suited to Farmington. to o�F mit, City of Farmington NO 'may 430 Third Street Farmington,Minnesota 651.280.6800•Fax 651.280.6899 www.cifarmington.mn.us TO: Heritage Preservation Commission FROM: Tony Wippler,Planning Manager SUBJECT: Review HPC Webpage DATE: November 25,2014 INTRODUCTION/DISCUSSION The Commission requested at its Special Meeting held on October 15th to review the City's webpage as it relates to the UPC. During the regular November meeting we will go through the webpage and brainstorm on ideas for improvement to the page. It would be beneficial if each of the members went through the page prior to the meeting and come prepared to share ideas. The webpage can be found at www.ci.farmington.mn.us/About Farmington/Heritage Preservation. A couple ideas for consideration could be: • Additional links to important historic preservation resources • A short list of"how to"publications that are aimed at property owners who might be planning a historic building rehabilitation • More GIS and graphics • Add contact information for Heritage Preservation Consultant Respectfully submitted, ...cit.:0 Tony Wippler,Planning Manager 7 41104, City of Farmington Oaks 430 Third Street N Farmington,Minnesota . o 651.280.6800•Fax 651.280.6899 -"" ° wwwcifarmington.mn us TO: Heritage Preservation Commission FROM: Tony Wippler,Planning Manager SUBJECT: 2015 Goals,Objectives and Work plan DATE: November 25,2014 INTRODUCTION/DISCUSSION With the end of the year fast approaching it is now time to look forward to 2015 and to start to develop the goals, objectives and the work plan for the coming year. As a reference I have included with this memorandum the 2014 Goals and Objectives that were approved by the Commission. I asked that you come prepared with ideas for the 2015 goals and objectives as well as tangible ways of completing those goals as part of establishing a work plan. The intent of this exercise is to develop a list of possible goals and objectives for 2015 that can be refined and approved at the regular meeting scheduled for January 27,2015. Respectfully submitted, WTony Wippler,P aiming Manager FARMINGTON HPC 2014 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES 1. Continue to review,reorganize,and update the heritage resources inventory and create a heritage resources geographic information system(GIS). 2. Provide city officials and the public with information,education,and training in heritage preservation. 3. Implement the"Beautification Award"program in cooperation with the Farmington EDA and others. 4. Develop a heritage resources interpretation plan. 5. Present the annual preservation award during Preservation Month(May). 6. Have Heritage Preservation Commission table at the downtown Farmers' Market. 7. Attend the Minnesota Preservation Conference/AASLH Conference in Saint Paul(September 17-20). 8. Improve and expand the heritage preservation content of the city website. 1