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Home My WebLink About2013-08-08 HPC PacketMAPLEWOOD HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION 1419111 L 14 I Itel : le1 Ji I :l a :bMS! 1 WA: /-1111 August 8, 2013 — 7:00 PM 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes a. June 13, 2013 HPC Meeting 5. New Business a. Election of Vice -Chair b. Turf Parking Lot at Prairie Farm Neighborhood Preserve 6. Visitor Presentations 7. Old Business a. HPC Input for Maplewood Park Plan b. Historic Preservation Planning Process 8. Commission Presentations a. Commissioner Comments from CAMP training, July 18 -19, Redwing 9. Maplewood Area Historical Society Update 10. Staff Presentations a. Statewide Historic Preservation Conference, September 12 -13, Lanesboro b. Possible cancellation of September 12, 2013 HPC meeting c. Historic aerials on Ramsey County GIS d. Legacy Grant for Historic Context Study was submitted 11. Adjournment MINUTES MAPLEWOOD HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION 7:OOp.m., Thursday, June 13, 2013 Council Chambers, City Hall A meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and called to order by Chair Boulay at 7:OOp.m. Commissioners Chairperson Peter Boulay Commissioner Robert Creager Commissioner Richard Currie Commissioner John Gaspar Commissioner Leonard Hughes Commissioner Brenda Rudberg Staff Natural Resources 3. APPROVAL OF Commissioner Commissioner Ginny G Present Present J to add Gladstone Savannah as agenda item 7c. ed to add the "Midway Manure' article as agenda item 8c. , Ginny Gaynor requested to add Gladstone Sign as agenda item Commissioner Currie moved to appr Seconded by Commissioner Creager The motion passed. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES' a. May 9, 2013 Ayes — All Commissioner Creager requested that the nay listed for agenda item 5a be corrected to Commissioner Creager. Commissioner Hughes' name will be added to the ayes list. Commissioner Currie moved to approve the May 9. 2013 minutes as amended. Seconded by Commissioner Hughes Ayes - All K The motion passed. S. NEW BUSINESS a. Staff Liaison Change for HPC b. Discuss Training Opportunities and Needs L CAMP Training, July 18 -19 Red Wing Natural Resources Coordinator, Ginny Gaynor, discussed the CAMP Training and discussed it with the Commission. Commissioner Creager and Commissioner Gaspar expressed interest in participating in the training. ii. Statewide Historic Preservation Conference, September 12 -13, Lanesboro iii. Training Needs Natural Resources Coordinator, Ginny Gaynor, discussed training needs with the commission. This included a historic sites tour of Maplewood. iv. Upcoming Visitor Presentations 611(@].1U.1 yaL 1 /e\IWL a. 7. OLD BUSINESS a. Legacy Grant for Historical Context Study Natural Resources Coordinator, Ginny Gaynor and Commissioner Rudberg discussed the Legacy Grant for Historical Context Study and answered questions of the commission. Comm mm Ginny Gaynor, discussed the 2013 goals and discussed Commissioner Currie moved to approve the Heritage Preservation Commission 2013 Goals. Seconded by Commissioner Gaspar Ayes - All The motion passed/ 3 c. Gladstone Savannah Natural Resources Coordinator, Ginny Gaynor, updated the commission on the progress of the Gladstone Savannah and discussed it with the commission. 8. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS a. Parks System Plan Task Force — Peter Boulay Chair Boulay updated the commission on the meetings that he has attended as a member of the Maplewood Parks System Plan Task Force. b. "Midway Manure " — BobCreager Commissioner Creager spoke about "Midway newspaper. 9. MAPLEWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY UPDATE President of Maplewood Area Historical Society, Bob on the upcoming events taking place with the Maple 10. STAFF PRESENTATIONS a. Ramsey County Barn Ventilation Natural Resources Coordinator, Ginny Ramsey County Barn Ventilation. that was written in the nsen,,updated the commission )od Area Historical Society. the commission regarding the b. City Council Minutes from 1957 -1965 Natural Resources Coordinator, G,inny Gaynor, updated the commission on the process of getting the City Council Minutes from 1957-1965 scanned into electric form. c. Gladstone Sign Natural Resources Coordinator, Ginny Gaynor, discussed the Gladstone sign with the commission and gathered input regarding the new Gladstone sign. 11. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Currie moved to adlourn the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner Creager Ayes — All The meeting was adjourned at 8:10PM. Next meeting is August 8, 2013. 4 ►Vil A►ViEel Milk I Bill ►ViI TO: Heritage Preservation Commission FROM: Ginny Gaynor, Natural Resources Coordinator /HPC Staff Liasion RE: Election of Vice -Chair DATE: August 1, 2013 for August 8, 2013 Meeting In November 2012, Lucille Aurelius was elected Vice -Chair for the Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC). She resigned from the HPC in early 2013 and her position was never refilled. The Commission shall elect a Vice -Chair to serve through the remainder of 2013 until the annual election of Chair and Vice -Chair in January 2014. 61 MEMORANDUM TO: Heritage Preservation Commission FROM: Ginny Gaynor, Natural Resources Coordinator /HPC Staff Liasion RE: Turf Parking Lot at Prairie Farm Preserve DATE: August 1, 2013 for August 8, 2013 Meeting I10 kI :IQ 111L911IQ01 The Maplewood Area Historical Society would like to provide an overflow turf parking area at the Bruentrup Heritage Farm. In order to do so, they need to amend their Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the site. This request is being reviewed by several commissions prior to going to council. BACKGROUND The Maplewood Area Historical Society (MANS) manages the Bruentrup Heritage Farm (Farm). Maplewood leases 2.36 acres of land that the buildings reside on to MAHS. The site is surrounded on three sides by the 22 -acre Prairie Farm Neighborhood Preserve, which is part of the City's Neighborhood Preserve System. The 21 -stall parking lot east of the farm buildings is on the preserve land and is maintained by the City for visitors to the Farm and to the preserve. Under the CUP approved for the Farm, MAHS may host six large public events and six large private events annually. Revenue from these events goes to MAHS to help support the Farm's programs and facilities. The 21 -stall parking lot is not adequate for large events. MAHS would like to expand the existing parking area to provide overflow parking for its events (see Attachment 1 and 2). Because they are restricted to 12 large events per year, they do not need an asphalt lot. They would like to install an overflow turf parking lot east of the existing parking lot, on city land. In 2012, Maplewood amended its ordinance to allow for overflow turf parking lots in the city. Overflow turf parking lots are lawn areas that accommodate occasional parking. They typically have a mesh product on the soil surface, which the grass grows through. This product helps spread out vehicle weight and reduces soil compaction. Turf parking areas have environmental benefits since they reduce the amount of impervious surface needed for parking, they allow rain to infiltrate, and they are cooler than an asphalt lot. MAHS would like to use the product GrassProtecta for this project (see Attachment 3). MAHS has talked to adjacent neighbors and neighbors support this project as long as an evergreen buffer is installed to screen the property to the east of the parking lot. The landscape design includes evergreen screening. 11 DISCUSSION The Bruentrup Heritage Farm is a valuable asset to the City. Its facilities and programming are funded by MAHS. The City typically participates in one or two public events at the Farm each year, but it benefits in many ways from what the Farm provides to the community. City staff supports the installation of overflow turf parking at this site. If installed, this would be the first turf overflow parking lot in Maplewood. One of the City's goals is to continue to be an environmental leader. This project is consistent with that goal. The Farm is an excellent site to demonstrate this type of project due to its location, existing parking lot, and the level of use is appropriate for turf parking. RECOMMENDATION Staff requests that the HPC Commission makes a recommendation on whether or not it supports installation of an overflow turf parking lot at Prairie Farm Neighborhood Preserve. Attachments: 1. Parking lot design 2. Landscape design 3. GrassProtecta TM Case Study N BRUENTRUP FARM MH ot am o. s,.� a wi � DEP�IRTMEWORXS CONCEPTUAL .� FNCivFe,�irvc- �ivisiory GRADING AND ssww DRAINAGE PLAN ( ®u m �nq u, +1 EMEM WN Who , a_ rQ a • 2 1C� y s YY i . !. a 0 Client: Church of the Redeemer Location: Nashville, Tennessee Product:: GrassProtecta" (Heavy) Application: Overflow Grass Parking Solution (7,300 sq ft) PROJECT The church has seen its congregation grow rapidly over the years, resulting in the RATIONALE: surrounding grassed areas having to be used for parking, due to a limited parking lot and on- street parking. The unreinforced turf was unable to withstand the amount of use and reduced to a bare, unsightly, muddy and slippery surface when wet. THE Boddingtons GrassProtecta " Heavy was selected and installed on a large grass area SOLUTION: designated specifically for grass parking. The GrassProtecta " was pinned directly to the surface allowing the grass to grow through the mesh, creating a strong reinforced surface for parking. Due to the historical site conditions, a secondary Geogrid mesh layerwas used, which was installed directly below the GrassProtecta " mesh to enable usage during wet months. Special 'Push-in' Parking stall markers were used to clearly show individual stalls, enabling tidy parking. These special parking stall markers are a useful GrassProtecta " accessory. The reorganized and reinforced grass parking improved capacity by 30 parking stalls. GRASSPROTECTA TM Case Study No: GPP1 /0710US Client: Church of the Redeemer Location: Nashville, Tennessee Product:: GrassProtecta" (Heavy) Application: Overflow Grass Parking Solution (7,300 sq ft) CONCLUSION: Boddingtons GrassProtecta " allowed the Church of the Redeemer to employ a green solution to their parking problem while preserving the natural appearance of the site. The permeable grass surface eliminated the effects that would have been caused by a paved surface (water run -off, construction mess etc.) and offered a cost effective, discreet and easy to install solution, that maximized parking. PRODUCT SPECIFICATION: FURTHER ADVICE : Contact: Jason Lamers - Business Development Manager Telephone: (651) 330 -2920 jason.lamers0boddingtons. us GRASSPROTECTA TM Case Study No: GPP1/0710US Structure Oscillated Polymer HDPE (80% Virgin, 20% Recycled) Colour Greer UV Stabilised Yes • 4 • Roll Width 6.56' Roll Length 65.6' Roll Weight 176.44lbs Weight per square foot 0.41lbs /ft Thickness 0.55" Mesh Aperture Qi&nondOval> 3:1 ratio Measurement Method Results Tensile strength WD) 16kN /m Yield point elongation (MD) SO 10319 35% Residual thickness Q 500 kPa ASTM D1621 60% Slip risk PTV value BS7976: 1 -3 >d0 (low slip) FURTHER ADVICE : Contact: Jason Lamers - Business Development Manager Telephone: (651) 330 -2920 jason.lamers0boddingtons. us GRASSPROTECTA TM Case Study No: GPP1/0710US ►Vil A►ViEel Mil L I Bill ►ViI TO: Heritage Preservation Commission FROM: Ginny Gaynor, Natural Resources Coordinator /HPC Staff Liasion RE: HPC Input for Maplewood Park Plan DATE: August 1, 2013 for August 8, 2013 Meeting Maplewood is engaged in a community process to develop a Parks, Trails, and Open Space Plan. A Parks Plan Task Force was created earlier this year and Commissioner Peter Boulay represents The Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) on the Task Force. At the August HPC meeting, commissioners will have an opportunity to provide input for the Parks Plan. Please consider the following questions. 1. What parks, trails or open space sites have significant history and should have historic interpretation? 2. What is the role of the park system in historic preservation? 3. Do you think the park system has a responsibility to educate residents about Maplewood history? If yes, what does that encompass for you? 4. Other input 12 MEMORANDUM TO: Heritage Preservation Commission FROM: Ginny Gaynor, Natural Resources Coordinator /HPC Staff Liasion RE: Preservation Planning Process DATE: August 1, 2013 for August 8, 2013 Meeting INTRODUCTION At the August 8, 2013 Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) meeting, commissioners will review the status of preservation planning activities. BACKGROUND Chapter 9 of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan lays out a general plan for historic preservation in Maplewood and several recommendations. The city's Heritage Preservation Ordinance provides additional direction. In 2012, Maplewood was designated a Certified Local Government, which adds another layer of responsibility. These documents guide the work of the commission and identify key steps needed for preservation planning. Preservation Planning Activities and Maplewood's Progress 13 Preservation Planning Activity Maplewood's Progress 1 Revise Historic Preservation Completed 2011. Ordinance 2 Apply for Certified Local Government Completed. Designation received in 2012. status 3 Develop Historic Contexts for Grant submitted. If received, this work will be Maplewood conducted 2013 -14. 4 Set eligibility criteria for determining Ordinance provides general guidelines. More historic significance specific criterion should be developed for each context when context study is done. 5 Maintain an inventory of heritage Survey and inventory was prepared by landmarks Maplewood Area Historical Society and HPC. Survey will need to be updated to meet SHPO 13 DISCUSSION The discussion at the August 2013 meeting is an opportunity to make sure commissioners understand the planning process. Under the above scenario, the commission likely would might not begin nominating sites until the following are done: 1) the context study is completed, 2) the inventory is updated, and 3) sites are prioritized. RECOMMENDATION Discussion item only. No action required. 14 standards. 6 Develop Preservation Plan with goals, . Need to review goals and objectives in Comp objectives, and priorities for Plan and Ordinance to determine if these are identification, registration, and sufficient to comprise a Preservation Plan. treatment of historic properties . Need to determine priorities for identification, registration, and treatment based on specific criteria and on context study. 7 Designate sites as Maplewood City has designated one site: Bruentrup Heritage Heritage Landmark Farm. 8 Nominate sites of National Register of There is one site on National Register: Ramsey Historic Places County Poor Farm. 9 Develop design guidelines for historic 2030 Comp Plan and city Ordinance state that sites. Secretary of Interior Standards shall be used. We may need additional design guidelines once historic contexts are developed. 10 Educate community and develop Should be ongoing throughout planning stages. support for registering sites and p reservinq historic resources DISCUSSION The discussion at the August 2013 meeting is an opportunity to make sure commissioners understand the planning process. Under the above scenario, the commission likely would might not begin nominating sites until the following are done: 1) the context study is completed, 2) the inventory is updated, and 3) sites are prioritized. RECOMMENDATION Discussion item only. No action required. 14