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AGENDA
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
HERITAGE PRESERVATIONCOMMISSION
7:00 P.M Thursday, October 12, 2017
City Hall, Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
August 10, 2017
NEW BUSINESS
Oath of Office forLeon Axtman
Heritage Preservation Ordinance
Review List of Historic Sites
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Comprehensive Plan
Designation of Historic Sites
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Maplewood Area Historical Society
COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS
Report fromPreserve Minnesota Conference –Commissioner
Cardinal
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
Preserve Minnesota Conference
ADJOURNMENT
RULES OF CIVILITY FOR THE CITY COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND OUR COMMUNITY
Following are rules of civility the City of Maplewood expects of everyone appearing at Commission Meetings - elected
officials, staff and citizens. It is hoped that by following these simple rules, everyone’s opinions can be heard and
understood in a reasonable manner. We appreciate the fact that when appearing at Commission meetings, it is
understood that everyone will follow these principles:
Speak only for yourself, not for other Commissionmembers or citizens - unless specifically tasked by your
colleagues to speak for the group or for citizens in the form of a petition.
Show respect during comments and/or discussions, listen actively and do not interrupt or talk amongst each other.
Be respectful of the process, keeping order and decorum. Do not be critical of Commissionmembers, staff or
others in public.
Be respectful of each other’s timekeeping remarks brief, to the point and non-repetitive.
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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
7:00p.m., Thursday, August 10,2017
Council Chambers, City Hall
A.CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission was held in the City Hall Council
Chambers and called to order by ChairBoulayat 7:03 p.m.
B.ROLL CALL
Commissioners
ChairPeter BoulayPresent
Commissioner Bob CardinalPresent
Vice ChairRichard Currie Present
Commissioner John GasparPresent
Commissioner Frank GilbertsonPresent
Staff
Natural Resources Coordinator, Ginny GaynorPresent
C.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
CommissionerGilbertsonmade a motion to approve the agendawith two additions.
Seconded by Vice Chair Currie Ayes – All
The motion passed.
D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.July 13, 2017HPC Meeting Minutes
Vice Chair Curriemade a motionto approve the amended minutes from the July 13,
2017HPC Meeting.
Seconded by CommissionerGilbertsonAyes – All
The motion passed.
E.NEW BUSINESS
1.Local Designation
Commissioner Cardinalmade a motion to focus on the top four properties identified.
Seconded by Commissioner Gilbertson Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2.Agenda Structure
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MAPLEWOOD HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
7:00p.m., Thursday, August 10,2017
Council Chambers, City Hall
Discussion about adding the Maplewood Area Historical Society as a stand-alone
agenda item. The discussion was tabled pending a staff report.
F.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1.Comprehensive Plan
Natural Resources Coordinator, Ginny Gaynor, reviewed the progress that has
been made on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and the timeline for completion.
2.HPC Training-Chapter 5:Nuts and Bolts for Commissions
Natural Resources Coordinator, Ginny Gaynor, went over chapter 5 of the HPC
training with the commission.
3.Heritage Preservation Ordinance
A copy of the ordinance will be provided for all Commissioners.
G.VISITOR PRESENTATION
1.Maplewood Area Historical Society(MAHS)
President of the Maplewood Area Historical Society,Bob Jensen,updated the
commission on Maplewood Area Historical Society activities and events.
H.COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS
1.Ramsey County Poor Farm Cemetery
Chair Boulay gave a presentation onRamsey County’s Poor Farm Cemetery.
2.Heritage Award
Chair Boulay made a motion for Commissioner Cardinal to spearhead the fact
finding mission to get more information on the previous award winners.
Seconded by Vice Chair Currie Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3.MAHS Event
Sunday, October 1 Country Heritage Fest will be held at Bruentrup Farm. The
event will include dinner and entertainment.
I.STAFF PRESENTATIONS
1.September HPC Meeting
Chair Boulay made a motion to cancel the September meeting.
Seconded by Commissioner Gaspar Ayes – Chair Boulay,
Commissioners
Cardinal,Gaspar,
Gilbertson
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Council Chambers, City Hall
Abstain – Vice Chair Currie
The motion passed.
J.ADJOURNMENT
Vice ChairCurriemade a motionto adjourn the meeting.
Seconded by Commissioner GilbertsonAyes – All
The motion passed.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:52 PM.
Next meeting isOctober12, 2017.
Thursday, August 10, 2017
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State of Minnesota )
County of Ramsey ) SS
City of Maplewood )
I, Leon Axtman, do solemnly swearthat I will supportthe Constitution of the United States andof
the State of Minnesota and faithfully discharge the duties of the office ofCommissioner of the Heritage
Preservation Commissioninthe City of Maplewood,in the County of Ramsey and the State of Minnesota, to
the best of my judgment andability. So help me God.
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
th
12day of October2017
___________________________________________ __________________________________________
Virginia Gaynor Leon Axtman
Liaison Heritage Preservation Commission
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MEMORANDUM
TO:Heritage Preservation Commission
FROM:Ginny Gaynor, Natural Resources Coordinator/HPC Staff Liaison
DATE:October 12, 2017
SUBJECT:Preservation Ordinance
Introduction
Vice-Chair Currie requested that the Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) review the
heritage preservation ordinance(Attachment 1).Hehas questioned whether the HPC should
be reviewing more permits.
Background
TheHeritage Preservation Ordinance gives the HPC the authority to review properties that have
been designated as local historic sites or are on the National Register of Historic Places.
Section 2-93 addresses alteration of sites. It refersonly to “designated” sites. Three properties
or structures in the city are designated historic sites. These are the only sites that would come
before the Commission for design review as part of the City’s permitting process.
Recommendation
TheHPC shall review the Heritage Preservation Ordinance.
Attachments:
1.Preservation Ordinance
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AMENDMENT ORDINANCE 905
THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION ORDINANCE
Section 1This amendment revises Sections 2-87 to 2-91
DIVISION 4 HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION (“Commission”)
Section 2-87 Authority for Establishment
There is hereby established for the City a Heritage Preservation Commission as an
independent commission to the City Council, as provided in Minnesota Statutes Annotated
Sections 471.193 and 138.51.
Section 2-88 Statement of public policy and purpose
The City Council hereby declares as a matter of public policy that the protection,
preservation, perpetuation and use of places, areas, buildings, structures and other objects
having a special historical, community or aesthetic interest or value is a public necessity and is
required in the interest of the people. The purpose of this Chapter is to:
(a)Safeguard the cultural resources of the City by preserving sites, structures, districts and
landmarks which reflect elements of the City's cultural, social, economic, political or
architectural history;
(b)Protect and enhance the City's attractions to residents and visitors;
(c)Foster civic pride in the beauty and notable achievements of the past;
(d)Enhance the visual and aesthetic character, diversity and interest of the City; and
(e)Promote the use and preservation of historic sites and landmarks for the education and
general welfare of the people of the City.
Section 2-89 Advisory body
All actions of the Commission shall be in the nature of recommendations to the City Council,
and said Commission shall have no final authority with reference to any matters, except as the
Council may lawfully delegate authority to it.
Section 2-90 Composition; Appointment; Qualifications; Terms
(a)The Heritage Preservation Commission shall be composed of seven (7) members
appointed by the City Council, who shall be residents of the City, and shall be selected to
assure that the Commission is representative of the various areas of the City and responsive to
the needs of the people.
(b)Commission membership shall be drawn from persons with demonstrated interest and/or
expertise in historic preservation. If available in the community, at least two members of the
Commission shall be heritage preservation-related professionals (e.g. the professions of history,
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architecture, architectural history, archeology, planning, real estate, design, building trades,
landscape architecture, or law). A member of the Maplewood Heritage Preservation
Commission is required to be a representative to the Ramsey County Historical Society. The
City shall pay for the membership of the Commission or designee.
(c)The members of the heritage preservation commission shall serve staggered terms. All
appointments shall be assigned by the city council for a term of threeyears.
Section 2-91 Officers Generally
The chairperson and vice-chairperson of the Commission shall be elected by the
Commission at the first meeting in May of each year from among the members of the
Commission. The Chairperson shall be responsible for calling and presiding over all meetings
and shall be entitled to an equal vote with other members of the Commission. If the
Chairperson is unable to attend a meeting, the vice-chairperson shall conduct the meeting.
Section 2-92 Designation of historicsites and landmarks
(a)Procedures: The City Council, upon the request of the Commission, may by resolution
designate an historic site, landmark, or district. Prior to such designation, the city council shall
hold a public hearing, notice of which shall be published at least ten (10) days prior to the date
of the hearing. Notice of the hearing shall also be mailed to all owners of property which is
proposed to be designated as an historic site, landmark or district and to all property owners
within five hundred (500) feet of the boundary of the area to be designated. Every nomination
shall be forwarded to the Minnesota Historical Society for review and comment within sixty (60)
days of the Commission’s request.
(b)Eligibility criteria: In considering the designation of any area, site, place, district, building
or structure in the city as an historic site, landmark, or district the Commission shall consider the
following factors with respect to eligibility:
(1)Its character, interest or value as part of the history or cultural heritage of the
City, the State or the United States;
(2)Its association with persons or events that have made a significant contribution to
the cultural heritage of the City;
(3)Its potential to yield information importantin history or prehistory;
(4)Its embodiment of distinguishing characteristics of architectural type or style, or
elements of design, detail materials or craftsmanship; and
(5)Its unique location or singular physical appearance representing an established
or familiar visual feature of a neighborhood or community of the City.
Section 2-93 Alterations to landmarks, sites or districts; review
(a)Review and recommendations generally: The Commission shall review and make
recommendations to the Council concerning proposed alterations to an historic site, landmark or
district.
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(b)Land use permit: Every application for a land use permit which may result in the
alteration of a designated historic site, landmark or district in the City shall be reviewed by the
Commission; thereafter, the Commission shall make a recommendation and may recommend
conditions regarding approval to the City Council concerning the proposed permit.
(c)Other building permits: The Commission shall review and make recommendations to
the Council concerning the issuance of building permits to do any of the following in a historic
district or State designated historic site:
(1)New construction – New building or new addition to an existing building
(2)Remodel – Alter, change or modify building or site
(3)Move a building –Building or structure moved into the city.
(4)Excavation – Dig out materials from the ground.
(5)Demolition – Destroy, remove or raze –completely tear down
(d)Factors considered: The Commission, upon receipt of the permit application and plans,
shall determine if the work to be performed adversely affects the designated historic site,
landmark or district. In determining whether or not there is an adverse effect to the historic site,
landmark, or district the Commission shall consider the following factors:
(1)Whether the work will significantly alter the appearance of the building or
structure so as to remove the features which distinguish the historic site, landmark or district as
a significant cultural resource.
(2)Whether the use of the property will destroy, disturb or endanger a known or
suspected archaeological feature site.
(e)Standards and guidelines: The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of
Historic Properties (listed below) shall be required basis for permit review decisions.
1.The Comprehensive Plan adopted by the City shall be the authoritative guide to
reviewing permits in relation to designated historic sites, landmarks and historic districts.
2.A property shall be used for its historic purpose or be placed in a new use that requires
minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and
environment.
3.The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of
historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property shall
be avoided.
4.Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place, and use.
Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural
features or architectural elements from other buildings, shall not be undertaken.
5.Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic
significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved.
6.Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship
that characterize a historic property shall be preserved.
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7.Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity
of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match
the old in design, color, texture, and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials.
Replacement of missing features shall be substantiated by documentary, physical, or
pictorial evidence.
8.Chemical or physical treatments, such as sandblasting, that cause damage to historic
materials shall not be used. The surface cleaning of structures, if appropriate, shall be
undertaken using the gentlest means possible.
9.Significant archeological resources affected by a project shall be protected and
preserved. If such resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures shall be
undertaken.
10.New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic
materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the
old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to
protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment.
11.New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a
manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic
property and its environment would be unimpaired.
(f)Appeals: Any party aggrieved by a decision of the Commission shall within ten (10)
days of the Commission’s action recommending denying the issuance of a building permit within
a historic district have a right to appeal such decision to the City Council. The Commission in
recommending denial of a building permit shall advise the applicant of his/her right to appeal to
the City Council. The aggrieved party shall file with the Building Official a written notice
requesting Council review of the action taken by the Commission.
Section 2-94 Maintenance of records and documents
The Commission shall conduct a continuing survey of cultural resources in the City
which the Commission has reason to believe are or will be eligible for designation as historic
sites, landmarks or districts. The Commission shall also prepare andmaintain a Comprehensive
map and survey.
(a)Register of Historic Sites and Landmarks: The City shall maintain a register of historic
sites and landmarks.
(b)Repository for Documents: The office of the Building Official is designated as the
repository for all studies, surveys, reports, programs, and designations of historic sites and
landmarks.
Section 2-95 Violation
It shall be a misdemeanor to alter, disturb, deface or materially change the appearance or use
of a designated historic site, landmark, or district without a permit.
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This HeritagePreservation Commission recommended approval of this ordinance.
This ordinance shall take effect after publishing in the official newspaper. The Maplewood City
Council approved this ordinance.
_______________________________
Will Rossbach, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
Karen Guilfoile, City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
TO:Heritage Preservation Commission
FROM:Virginia Gaynor, Natural Resources Coordinator/HPC Liaison
DATE:October 12, 2017
SUBJECT:List of Historic Sites
Introduction
The Citymaintains a list of potentialhistoric sites.
Discussion
In 2015, the Heritage Preservation Commission(HPC)reviewed and updated the listof
potential historic sites(below). Staff requests that the HPC reviews and updates this list
for inclusion in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
List of Potential Historic Structures and Sites(prepared by HPC, 5/14/15)
Context Study suggested following as potential sites for National Register listing
Forest Lawn Cemetery Mausoleum, 1800 Edgerton
Seaholm P.Gottfried House, 1800 East Shore Drive (Moderne design)
KSTP, 2792 Highway 61 (Art Deco/Moderne)
Former Edgerton School (residence at 1745 Edgerton)
Former Carver Lake School (residence at 2684 Highwood
JWS Frost House, 1889 Clarence
Former St. Paul’s Monastery (now Tubman Center), 2675 Larpenteur
Public Ownershipor Utility
Aldrich Arena
Fish Creek site
Gladstone Savanna site (demolished RR shops)
Londin Lane Fire Station (1979)
Keller Creek dam and falls (falls no longer exist)
Keller Golf Course (site, not structures)
Ramsey County Poor Farm Barn (is on NationalRegister)
Ramsey County Poor Farm Cemetery
Ramsey County Corrections
Soo Line Bridge (by Keller Creek, 1936 by WPA)
Northern Pacific Bridge #7 (over County Road D)
Cow Access Tunnel under prosperity Avenue
Gladstone Community Center (on Frost, 1950’s)
St.Paul Water Works (1869 and later expansions)
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Public Ownership – Site story, not structures
Flicek park
Keller Park
Joy Park
Wakefield Park
Lookout park
Non-Profit (Are probably non-profits, staff did not verify status)
Bruentrup Farm
Old Betsy Fire Truck
St. Paul’s Monastery (now Tubman Center)
St. Paul Ski Club Ski Jump
Moose Lodge (Frost and English)
Churches and Cemeteries
First Evangelical Free Church (Hazelwood near County C, was Hazelwood School))
St. Jerome’s (Roselawn and Mcmenemy)
Presentationof the Blessed Virgin Mary (Kennard & Larpenteur, 1966, Garden of
Mary remnants from 1948)
Cross Lutheran Church (Frost & Prosperity, 1958)
Union Cemetery (on Minnehaha, 1889)
Forest Lawn Cemetery and Mausoleum
Mt. Zion Cemetery (Payne & Larpenteur, 1889)
Holy Redeemer Church (story)
Islamic Center (former branch library)
Private
Former Town Hall (now at 1375 Frost Avenue)
Former Maplewood Municipal Building (now Philippine Center, 1380 Frost, 1965)
Former Parkside Fire station (1958)
Former East County Line Fire Station (on Century, 1947)
Hennings Cabins (on Hwy 61)
3M Company
Maplewood Mall (1974)
Saints North Roller Skating Rink (on Gervais Court, 1973)
Schoeder’s Dairy
Carver General Repair Garage
Pink Castle or Chicken Shack (2720 Maplewood Drive)
ThePlaza Theater (Larpenteur & White Bear Avenue)
Hillside School (private childcare, 1709 McKnight, 1940’s)
Soo Line Section House (now private residence at 1467 Frost near Barclay)
Former Carver Lake Tavern (now private residence)
Carver Lake School (private home at 2684 Highwood Avenue, 1894)
Mike’s LP Gas (Clarence & Frost)
Cocktail Sign
Origination
Century Homes – many on list
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Lost structures or lost history
Indian settlements
Old roadway – stage coach lines – train tracks – native paths
Indian mounds
Maple Leaf Drive-In theater
Minnehaha Drive-In Theater
St. Paul Tourist Cabins
Kennel Club at Joy Park
Keller Golf Club House
Plow Works
Northern Aire Sign
Tourist Cabins (Sign is at MHS)
Lakeview Lutheran (County Road C and Hwy 61) (new building now)
Recommendation
The HPC shall review and update the list of potential historic sites.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:Heritage Preservation Commission
FROM:Virginia Gaynor, Natural Resources Coordinator/HPC Liaison
DATE:October 12, 2017
SUBJECT: 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Introduction
Every 10 years, all Twin Cities metro cities and countiesarerequired to update their
comprehensive plan to ensure compatibility with the plans adopted by the Metropolitan
Council. Chapters and areas of focus include land use, housing, sustainability, parks,
natural resources, transportation, historicresources, surface water and sanitary sewer.
The city has hired consultants HKGi to oversee the planning processfor the 2040
Comprehensive Plan.
Discussion
The Chapter on Heritage Preservationis the Historic Preservation Plan for the City that
will guide our workover the next 10 years and beyond.At the August Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) meeting, commissioners reviewed preliminary
information on the chapter structure, accomplishments over the past ten years and
strategies.
Attached is the draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan Chapter on Heritage Preservation.
Staff prepared this draft by reviewing2030 plans from severalmetro cities. Also
attached is the Preservation Chapter from Maplewood’s2030Comprehensive Plan.The
2030 chapterhas been completely revised.
Staff encourages the commission to review plans from other communities to understand
what other cities are doing and gatherideas for our plan. Links to several cities’ comp
planshave been provided in previous HPC packets.
The HPC shall review and discuss the plan and make suggestions for changes. The
discussion shall focus on content. Changes in wording or grammarshould be submitted
to staff at the end of the meeting.
In reviewing the plan, please consider the items below.
1.Does this vision for historic resources match yourvision for Maplewood?
2.Is the planprescriptive enough to give the City and the HPC clear direction
moving forward?
3.Arethere other actions you feel the City needs to be taking that would be
appropriate to include in this chapter of the Comprehensive Plan?
4.Existing conditions (p.9-135) – Are there other topics that should be covered in
this section?
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5.Vision Statement –Can you come up with a stronger, more inspiring vision
statement?
6.Goals, Policies, Actions – Are there any you do not agree with? Are there
additional items that need to be included?
After HPC changes are incorporated, staff may make additional edits to tighten up
language. Theupdated draft will be reviewed by the Steering Committee in November
2017. In 2018, there will be open houses for the public to provide input. Sometime in
2018, a revised draft will come back to the HPC for review and recommendation.
Recommendation
Review and discuss the plan and make suggestions for changes.
Attachments
1.Draft2040 Comprehensive Plan Heritage PreservationChapter
2.2030 Comprehensive Plan Heritage PreservationChapter
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Through its Heritage Preservation Ordinance and by the power of the Heritage
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Preservation Commission, Maplewood is on its way to ensuring awareness
and preservation of its historic resources. The following member bodies,
organizations, programs, statutes, and studies form the basis for how and
why historic resources are recorded and preserved in the city. Some of the
existing historic resources in the city are also listed in the text below.
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The Heritage Preservation Ordinance (City Code, Chapter 2, Article IV, Division
sets forth standards and guidelines for designating historic landmarks and
for reviewing alterations to historic landmarks.
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historic resources Maplewood. It makes recommendations to the City
Council. The HPC’s primary focus is preservation of historic sites and
structures through designating historic landmarks and providing design
review for alterations to historic landmarks that are formally designated
through the City’s Heritage Landmark Program are listing on the National
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goal of this program is Preservation through Partnership – local, state, and
federal governments working together to preserve the historic character of
annual requirements, such as designating one historic site each year and
include eligibility for federal grants and technical assistance.
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of historic resources. They are broad, overarching themes that provide the
City with a means to organize and evaluate its history and historic resources.
In 2014, Maplewood completed the City of Maplewood Historic Context
Native American and Early Settlement
Agriculture and Farming
Civic Life
Commerce and Industry
Residential Architecture
In addition to providing a brief history of Maplewood related to each context,
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The City and HPC maintain a list of properties that may be historically
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(See Appendix A for List of Potentially Historic Properties) These
properties should be further researched to determine if they meet criteria for
designation as a Maplewood Heritage Landmark or for nomination to the
National Register.
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Maplewood has three programs that help preserve and honor historic
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The Century Homes Program celebrates homes over 100 years old. In 2016,
On Maplewood’s Local Designation List
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This program celebrates properties that are at least 50 years old and meet
the historic integrity of buildings and sites while ensuring they continue
to maintain functionality. Landmarks in this program are subjected to
design review by the HPC prior to being altered. Currently there are no tax
incentives for participation in this program. In 2017, Maplewood had two sites
designated locally as Maplewood Heritage Landmarks.
The Bruentrup Heritage Farm
Ramsey County Poor House Barn
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The National Register is the list of the nation’s historic sites that are worthy of
preservation. In 2017, one site in Maplewood was on the National Register –
the Ramsey County Poor Farm Barn. There are tax incentives and restoration
grants available to owners for preservation of their property. Nominations for
the National Register are submitted through the Minnesota State Preservation
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The Maplewood Area Historical Society (MAHS) was established in 1997 as
Century Homes Program can include any
through collections, events, exhibits, and programs. MAHS’s home base is
home in Maplewood that is over 100 years
the Bruentrup Heritage Farm, which includes several historic buildings and
old
exhibits. MAHS has a strong partnership with the City and the HPC. The
Society maintains a database of historic documents.
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Maplewood is in the early stages of developing a strong historic preservation
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The City has very little documentation or knowledge of historic sites and
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structures within our boundaries.
their site and special practices that should be considered when making
alterations or repairs.
Redevelopment plans often do not include evaluation of historic
structures.
Preservation requires funding and professionals with specialized
knowledge and training.
Maplewood does not have a lot of structures that the general public
would see as historic.
federal grants.
Maplewood is eligible for state grants through the Arts and Culture
Heritage Fund.
maintaining the Bruentrup Heritage Farm, researching and archiving
Maplewood history, and hosting educational programs.
Structures built in the mid-20th century (Mid-century modern) are
now historic. Much of Maplewood developed in that era and we have
residents about historic resources of this era.
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they are destroyed they are gone forever.
Heritage preservation is an important public service and a legitimate
responsibility of city government. City programs and regulations should
Not everything that is old is worth preserving. The City’s preservation
efforts should focus on resources that meet criteria for historic
Effective heritage preservation is a shared responsibility and requires
a partnership between the owner of the heritage resource and City
government.
Rehabilitating historic properties has less negative impact on the
environment than demolishing a building and reconstructing.
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The following goals, policies, and actions are meant to build on the
accomplishments from the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. Updates to the
Plan’s Historical Resources chapter has been guided by the City’s Heritage
Preservation Commission.
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1.Integrate historic preservation into city planning for parks, recreation,
land use, economic development, public safety, public works,
environmental sustainability, and education.
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archeological resources.
3.Protect designated historic resources through design review.
4.Maintain city-owned heritage resources in good condition and
interpret them for public understanding and enjoyment.
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6.Promote understanding and appreciation of Maplewood history and
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promote preservation of historic resources.
8.In redevelopment projects led by the City, staff will identify all
structures over 50 years old. If the City has existing documentation
consider whether there is potential for restoration or rehabilitation.
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including but not limited to maintaining a list of historic resources,
designating historic sites and attending annual state conference.
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accepted preservation standards.
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12.Present the Heritage Preservation Award each year.
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14.Support Maplewood Area Historical Society’s activities of research,
archiving, exhibits, events and education.
15.Seek grant funding for history and historic preservation projects.
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1.Develop and implement procedures so property owners applying for
2.Develop voluntary, non-regulatory guidelines to support property
owners as they invest in non-Landmark designated heritage
resources that are not required to be reviewed by the HPC .
3.Review City ordinances and policy and amend them as needed to
4.Develop guidelines for public improvement projects (i.e., streets,
sidewalks, lights, utilities, etc.) that encourage protection of
5.Identify patterns within single-family home residential neighborhoods
that contribute to the historic character of the neighborhood, such
as lot size, setbacks, sidewalks, location of garage, etc. Encourage
continuance of these patterns when a homes is being rebuilt or
added onto.
6.Provide City disaster management staff with information on heritage
resources and preservation priorities.
7.Develop management plans for City-owned heritage resources,
including disaster management.
8.As Maplewood designates more historic sites and gains more
understanding of historic preservation, the City shall develop its own
design guidelines.
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9.Complete a reconnaissance survey of historic structures and sites
10.Identify priorities for additional survey work, if needed, such as
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Interior’s standards, and following procedures established by the HPC
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12.Nominate appropriate properties or resources for listing on the
the Secretary of Interior’s standards, and following procedures
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14.Set research priorities and work with partners such as Maplewood
Area Historical Society to research Maplewood history, including
people, events, sites and structures.
15.Conduct additional archeological investigations in the Fish Creek
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Maplewood history, the value of historic resources, and how to
preserve and maintain historic structures. Use a variety of media
17.Develop materials and educate staff, commissioners, and the
housing and development patterns.
18.Establish a self-guided tour of historic sites.
19.Create interpretive signage or information for city-owned historic
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FROM 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Chapter 9: Historical Resources
Introduction
Maplewood was incorporated in 1957. Before that, it wasthe townships of New Canadaand McLean, which were
founded 99 years earlierin 1858when the Minnesota Territory became a state.Historical Resources are defined as
properties and structures of historical significance and importance as well as archeological sites and elements of
cultural and traditional importance. These resourcescontribute to the City by providing information about its past.
They provide evidence of the way Maplewood was settledand contributions peoplemade to our society. They also
provide insight intothe values that formed Maplewood.
Preserving historic sites and resources benefits the City, both economically and socially. Historic preservation goes
beyond the primary concern of understanding the significance of historic and cultural resources. It also focuses on
integrating historic preservation into the broader planning and decision-making arena, so it can be relevant to social
and economic concerns.
The Maplewood Comprehensive Plan will, among other things:
Guide future growth and development in an orderly manner.
Definethe proper functional relationships between different types of land uses.
Help to coordinate public and private sector decisions.
Establish a framework to guide and involve citizen participation in City government.
Provide for a sense of community and neighborhood identity.
These goalscan be supported by an effective Historical Resources Plan. The plan can also be supported by citizens
and decision-makers who use the guidance of this chapter to preserve historic, cultural, and archeological resources
in Maplewood.
Purpose
This Historical Resources Plansupportsand interrelates with all elements, goals,and objectives of the
comprehensive plan. The purpose of the Historical Resources Plan is to:
Guide the City in a comprehensive program of historic preservation and historic resource management.
Describe the existing historic resources and historic preservation activities in Maplewood.
Evaluate the historic preservation and historic resources needs of Maplewood’s residents, as may be
determined by the Historical Preservation Commission, and to set standards for measuringthe meeting
of those needs.
Promote the use and conservation of historic properties in Maplewood for the education, inspiration,
pleasure,and enrichment of area citizens.
Plan for adequate support and understanding of the historic resources in Maplewood.
Designate the goals, objectivesand actions that Maplewood will use to help preserve the historic
resources in the city.
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Discussion, Challenges and Issues
Maplewood began to be settledby European descents more than 150years ago.The City is interested inidentifying
its historic resources. TheHistoric Preservation Commission will be challenged in this task because of:
The aging of our citizens who have knowledge of historic places.
The limits in public funding to support historic preservation programs.
The development or redevelopment of sites that might have historic resources.
The current lack of a program which encourageshistorical interest and private owner acceptance of
properties that have historic resources.
There are opportunities available, however. Maplewood could build on these opportunities to develop a program to
help preserve the City’s heritage. These opportunities include:
Completing an inventory of historic resources in Maplewood and setting priorities of importance.
Working with knowledgeable preservation-oriented organizations.Working with county, state,and
federal agencies that have knowledge of historic resources and programs.
The Metropolitan Council’s “Local Planning Handbook” has several suggested guidelines for anhistoric preservation
plan.These includestandards forestablishing a Heritage Preservation Commissionand practices to follow. The
Handbook also recommends followingthe Secretary of Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and
Historic Preservationwhich include standards for preservationplanning and guidelines and activities for a
preservation-planning program.
Standards for Preservation Planning
o Historic Contexts
1.Decisions about historic properties are most reliably made when the relationship of
individual properties to other similar properties is understood. Information about historic
properties which represent aspects of history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and
culture must be collected andorganized to definethese relationships. This organizational
framework is called a “historic context.” The historic context organizes information
based on a cultural theme and its geographical and chronological limits. Contexts
describe the significant broad patterns of development in an area that may be represented
by historic properties. The development of historic contexts is the foundation for decisions
about identification, evaluation, registration, and treatment of historic properties.
2.Develop goals, objectives, and priorities for the identification, registration, and treatment
of historic properties. This task should be pursued bythe City, the Historical Preservation
Commission, and the Maplewood Area Historical Society after the City Council adopts this
plan.
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Guidelines and Activities for a Preservation Planning Program
o These guidelines are to include a development of Historic Contexts. A comprehensive summary of
Maplewood’s history can be created by developing a set of historic contexts that will include all
significant historic andcultural properties and sites in the City. Maplewood should coordinate any
efforts with the State Historic Preservation Office since it generally has the most complete
information and isusually in the best position toadvise and assist the Cityin matters of historical
importance.
o Once the City and the Historical Preservation Commission or the Maplewood Area Historical
Society has finished the inventory of Heritage Resources, they should be organized into historic
contexts. This organization should be based on a cultural theme, geography and chronology.
o The designation of Maplewood Heritage Landmarks should be given to those historically or
culturally significant objects, structure, buildings, sites and districts in the City. To be designated a
heritage landmark;a property must meet specific criteria for determining historical significance.
Besides local registration, certain properties may qualify for nomination to the National Register of
Historic Places. Properties on the National Register are recognized for their historical significance.
The creation of a register forsignificant historical properties is a critical step in planning historic
preservation. Conflicts between Maplewood’s requirements and standards for historic preservation
and those of the state or federal government shall be decided by the City Council.
o Maplewood is eligible to apply to the State Historical Preservation Office to be a Certified Local
Government (CLG). After joining, Maplewood would beable toparticipate in the CLG preservation
partnership that the National Historic Preservation Actestablished. Federal funding is available
through a grants-in-aid-program to finance activities such as the local inventory of historic
resources, historic preservation planning and education.
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Historic Preservation Goals
1.Supportthe protection of the City’s heritage by preserving, protecting, conserving, and wisely using the
significant historical, cultural, architectural, or archeological objects, structures, buildings, sites,
resources and districts in the City.
2.Encouragecommunity identity and civic pride by preserving and protecting historic properties,
structures, sites and resources in Maplewood.
3.Developa historic preservation program and integrate the program with other planning programs in the
City.
4.Establisha comprehensive framework for all decisions and actions related to historic preservation.
5.Encouragebroad citizen participation in historic preservation, in order to obtain the knowledge, insights,
and support of City residents.
6.Write a historic resources management planand submit to City Council for approval.
Historic Preservation Objectives
1.The Historical Preservation Commission will advise, assist and make recommendations to the City Council,
about historic preservation and resource matters.
2.Maplewood will implement the historic preservation goals and objectivesby linking and integrating with other
City programs and activities. This includes,but is notlimited to,planning, zoning, code enforcement,
housing, economic development and public worksas appropriate.
3.Maplewood will work with county, state and federal agencies and other organizations, including the State
Historic Preservation Office of the Minnesota Historical Societyon preservation issues.
4.Maplewood will work with the Historical Preservation Commission to identity, document, and evaluate the
historical significance of objects, structures, buildings, sitesandresources.
5.Maplewood will protect, preserve, and enhance significant heritage resources in the City by designating
them as Maplewood Heritage Landmarks. The City will also nominate appropriate sites to the National
Register of Historic Places.
6.Maplewood will have the Historical Preservation Commission, with assistance from CityStaff, prepare and
maintain the Maplewood Heritage Resources Inventory.
7.In cooperation with City Staff and the Maplewood Planning Commission, the Historical Preservation
Commission may comment on all development proposals thatwould affect properties on the historic
properties list.
8.Maplewood may issue permits or approve development plans that include conditions for historic
preservation, based upon the recommendations of the Historical Preservation Commission.
9.Maplewood supports research, community awareness and public education on the value and importance of
preservation, protection, and the use of heritage resources in the City.
10.Maplewood encourages the establishment of an accessible location where historic documents and artifacts
can be stored and protected.
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11.Maplewood supportsthe use of all financial sources and opportunitiesto support furtherhistoric
preservation efforts.
12.Maplewood supports the incorporation of local history into present development by using historic names for
streets, parks and geographical features.
Historic Preservation Action Plan
The following is a list of activities that the City should follow in the coming years to carry out the goals and objectives
of the Historic Resources Plan. The City will periodically review and update this list.
1.Adopt and implement a historic resources management plan. (Historical Preservation Commission and City
staff will provide recommendation of plan to the City Council.)
2.Advise, assist, and make recommendations about historic preservation and resources issues. (Historical
Preservation Commissionwill provide recommendations to the City Council.)
3.Identify, document, evaluate and maintain an inventory of historically significant objects, structures,
buildings, sites, resources and districts in Maplewood. (Historical Preservation Commission will provide
recommendations to the City Council.)
4.Complete a preservation planning report before the City Council designates a property as a Maplewood
Heritage Landmark. (Historical Preservation Commission will provide recommendations to the City Council.)
5.Issue a finding of significance for individual objects, structures, buildings, sites, resources and districts to
determine whether they are eligible for designation as Maplewood Heritage Landmarks. (Historical
Preservation Commission will provide recommendation to the City Council.)
6.Designate significant historic or cultural properties or resources as Maplewood Heritage Landmarks and
nominate appropriate properties or resources for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
(Historical Preservation Commission will provide recommendation to the City Council.)
7.Place properties designated as Maplewood Heritage Landmarks on the official Maplewood Zoning Map, or
on another map specifically created for this purpose. (Historical Preservation Commission will recommend
to City staff.)
8.Use and follow the Secretary of Interior’s standards and guidelines:
a.When advising the owners of historic properties about maintenance and restoration work.
(Historical Preservation Commissionand City staffwill provide recommendations to the City
Council.)
b.For design review decisions about Heritage Landmarks and Historically Significant Structures and
for archeology and historic preservation. (Historical Preservation Commissionand City staffwill
provide recommendations to the City Council.)
9.Review City ordinances and amend them as needed to reflect the goals and objectivesfor historic
preservation. (Historical Preservation Commission and City staff will provide recommendations to the City
Council.)
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10.Establish a programfor the placementof local historical markers and plaques that identifies and informs the
public about historic sites. (Historical Preservation Commission will provide recommendations to the City
Council.)
11.Provide information and education about historic preservation and properties, sites or resources that are
historically or culturally significant to property owners and the general public. (Historical Preservation
Commission will provide recommendation to the City Council.)
12.Participate in education and communication programs to increase the visibility and understanding of the
City’s historic resources. (Historical Preservation Commission will provide recommendations to the City
Council.)
13.Advise schools and teachers in the development of curricula and teaching aids about history and historic
preservation in Maplewood. (Historical Preservation Commission will provide recommendations to the City
Council.)
14.Incorporate local history into present development by using historic names for streets, parks and
geographical features. (Historical Preservation Commission will provide recommendations to the City
Council.)
15.Comment on all development proposals that would affect properties onthe historic properties list.
(Recommendations made to City Councilby the Historical Preservation Commission, in cooperation with
City staff and the Maplewood Planning Commission.)
16.Review all applications or permits for the demolition, moving, or remodeling of Heritage Landmarks or
Historically Significant Structures in Maplewood to determine the possible impacts on significant heritage
resources. (Historical Preservation Commission will provide recommendation to the City Council.)
17.Work with and encourage property owners to help preserve the heritage resource value and historical
integrity of significant historical or cultural resources. (Historical Preservation Commission and City staff will
provide recommendation to the City Council.)
18.Encourage property owners to meet historic preservation standards and guidelines when working on historic
properties. (To be done by City staff.)
19.Work with the Historical Preservation Commission to apply to the State Historical Preservation Office for
certification as a Certified Local Government (CLG). (To be done by City staff.)
20.Seek outside funding sources and participate where feasible on historic preservation projects. (Historical
Preservation Commission and City staff will provide recommendations to the City Council.)
21.Work with County,the State Historic Preservation Office of the Minnesota Historical Societyand Federal
agencieswhen implementing this plan.(To be done by City staff.)
22.Research and identify the origin of historic names;such as family names, geological marker names, lake
names, etc. (To be done by the Historical Preservation Commission, in cooperation with City staff)
23.Create criteria for Maplewood Heritage Award program where places or people would be recognized for
their historical contributions. (Historical Preservation Commission and City staff will provide
recommendations to the City Council.)
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MEMORANDUM
TO:Heritage Preservation Commission
FROM:Ginny Gaynor, Natural Resources Coordinator/HPC Staff Liaison
DATE:October 12, 2017
SUBJECT:
Introduction
The Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) is responsible for recommending sites to
designate as historically significant locally (local designation) or to be nominatedto the National
Register of Historic Places.
Background
There are three designated historic sites in Maplewood:
National Register of Historic Places: Ramsey County Poor Farm Barn
Local Designation: Bruentrup Heritage Farm, Gladstone SavannaPreserve
At the August 2017 HPC meeting, commissioners reviewed a list of potentially significant
historic sitesto consider for designation. Commissioners narrowed the list down to 11 sites they
were most interested in designating:
Ramsey County Poor Farm Cemetery
St. Paul Regional Water
Schroeder Dairy
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Tubman Center (formerly St. Paul’s Monastery)
Fish Creek site
St. Paul Ski Club
Forest Lawn Cemetery Mausoleum
Cocktail sign
McCarrons Bar
Former Parkside Fire Station
The HPC further narrowed the list tofoursites: Tubman Center, St. Paul Regional Water, Fish
Creek, and Ramsey County Poor Farm Cemetery. TheHPC asked staff to provide a copy of
the local designation application form (Attachment 1). The check-off portion of the form is easy
to complete; the narratives and attachments take much more work. Staff will send an electronic
version of the completed Gladstone Savanna application so Commissioners can see the scope
of work that went into that application.
Below is an overview of the four sites the Commission is considering for designation.
Tubman Center(formerly St. Paul’s Monastery)
This site is owned by Tubman Family Allianceand provides family services, including shelter. In
2010, areport prepared by Hess, Roise and Company concluded the buildingwas eligible for
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nomination to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a lengthy report and is being
provided electronically to members. If you would like a printed copy, please let staff know and
they willbe happy to provide one. This report provides enough information to prepare an
application for local designation.The60 Stories of Maplewood Historybook includes a story on
St. Paul’s Monastery (Attachment 2). Staff recommends that if the Tubman Center is interested
in pursuing designation, we should pursue both National Register and local designation.It
would be necessary to hire a historian to prepare the National Register application.
Ramsey County Poor Farm Cemetery
In 2001, Ramsey County designated the Poor FarmCemetery as a Heritage Park. The 60
Stories of Maplewood Historybookincludes a story on Poor Farm Cemetery(Attachment 3).
Preparing the application for this will require a bit of research. The City does not have any
written documentationon this site but believes Maplewood Area Historical Society or others
may have some documentation on the Cemetery.
St. Paul Regional Water
The St. Paul Water Regional Water Service (SPRWS) is owned by St. Paul (Board of Water
Commissioners). There are several historic structures on the site. SPWS has a brief
publication on the history of the site and Bob Jensenhas prepared a chronology of the facility
history. Preparing an application for local designation would require gathering informationon
the historic structures and architecture. The 60 Stories of Maplewood Historybook includes a
story on this site (Attachment 4).
Fish Creek Archeological Site
In 2005, archeological artifacts were uncovered near Fish Creek. The archeological site spans
property boundaries – a portion is onland owned by Ramsey County and the rest is City of
Maplewoodproperty.If designationis pursued, it would need approval by both the County and
the City. In 2016, the City hired an archeologist to lead an archeological dig on the site. The
archeologist prepared a report which provides enough material to prepare an application for
local designation.The archeology reports are available online
at: www.maplewoodmn.gov/1514/Fish-Creek-Archeology. The 60 Stories of Maplewood History
includes a story on the Fish Creek site (Attachment 5).
Discussion
The four sites selected are all worthy of local designation and the Tubman center iseligible for
nomination to the the National Register of Historic Places. One site is in private ownership and
three are owned by government agencies.
Thenext steps for designation are:
1.Contact property owner to see if there is interestin designating their site.
2.Meet with property owner.
3.If National Registernomination, seek grant to fund preparation of the nomination.The
Tubman Center is eligible for the National Register.
4.Forlocaldesignation,prepare application form. The reports available on the Tubman
Center and Fish Creek provideenough information for staff to prepare the local
designation forms. Research would be required to prepare the forms for St. Paul
Regional Water and the Poor Farm Cemetery.
The HPC should review the information provided and determine:
1.Whatsites to take to the next step;
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2.Whether to pursue local and/or National Register nomination;
3.WhichCommissioners arewilling to assist with contacting ownersand gathering
information for the applications.
Recommendation
HPC shall discuss designation of historic sites.
Attachments
1.Local Designation Application Form
2.St. Paul’s Priory, by Brenda Rudberg
3.The Ramsey County Poor Farm Cemetery, by Pete Boulay
4.A Drink of Water, By Bob Jensen
5.1000 Years Ago, or So, at Fish Creek, by Virginia Gaynor
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