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MAPLEWOOD HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL
June 18, 2009 -7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Approval of Minutes
a. May 21, 2009 HPC Minutes
5. Chair Opening Statements/Presentations
6. Old Business
a. Proposed Historical Preservation Commission Survey List
b. Proposed Historical Preservation Ordinance Amendment
c. Time Capsule
7. New Business
8. Visitor Presentations
9. Commission Presentations
a. Maplewood Historical Society Update
10. Staff Presentation
a. Review 2009 Goals
11. Adjournment
NOTE: There may be a quorum of the Historical Preservation Commissioners in attendance at
the Maplewood Historical Society Meeting on June 8, 2009 at 7 p.m. The Historical Society
meetings are held at the Bruentrup Heritage Farm, 2170 County Road D, Maplewood.
DRAFT MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL
May 21,2009 -7:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Ron Cockriel, Vice Chair Richard Currie, Commissioners Lu Aurelius, Pete Boulay. AI
Galbraith, Liaison Dave Fisher, Recorder Lois Behm, Guests Bob Overby, President, and Carolyn
Peterson, Vice President, of the Maplewood Area Historical Society.
Commissioner Caleb Anderson arrived at 7:13 p.m.
Absent: Commissioner Robert Creager
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Pete requested that 6d - Gladstone Sign be added to Old Business
Richard suggested moving New Business 7a and 7b to precede Old Business for our guests.
Pete moved to approve the AQenda as amended. AI seconded. Aves - all.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Minutes of April 16, 2009
Richard moved to approve the minutes of the April 16. 2009 meetinQ as presented. Pete
seconded. Aves - all.
5. CHAIR OPENING STATEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
Ron announced he received a letter from the Senior Administrative Assistant, as presumably the rest
of the Commissioners also received, asking for e-mail and/or residential addresses as required by
state statute, and suggested that be taken care of as soon as possible.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Historical Desiqnation of the Bruentrup Farm
Dave Fisher reported he had researched the historical designation of the Bruentrup Heritage Farm
and found that the City Council approved the designation of the buildings and site as a "Significantly
Historical Site" on June 10, 2002, with instructions to transmit that information to the Minnesota
Historical Society for their concurrence and that the designation used as a basis for the interested
parties to "work with city and state officials to maintain the BHF in its authentic historical condition to
the extent possible, while also keeping it safe for use by the public." The Minnesota Historical
Society's concurrence with the designation was stated in their letter dated July 26, 2002.
Bob Overby introduced himself and recapped the process by which the designation was obtained
and answered questions about the future needs and uses for operating the farm. Dave added that
during the recent grant process the City had to commit to maintaining the Farm in operable condition
. for at least 25 years, and obtain approval of the State Historical Architect for the upgrades to be done
to the barn.
b. Bruentrup Farm CUP
Dave explained the current need for revising the Conditional Use Permit for the farm, explaining how
the changes would allow the Historical Society to continue current and add new fund-raising efforts to
support any repairs and upkeep necessary to maintain the site.
Ron said that, in the interest of full disclosure, he wanted everyone to know that at least 4, if not 5, of
the Commissioners present are members of the Maplewood Area Historical Society, but tonight are
acting as members of the Historical Preservation Commission and are looking at this issue from that
position. He stressed that focus of the discussion and recommendations be solely related to the
matter of historic preservation of the Farm.
Discussion continued with many questions and suggestions from the Commissioners to Bob about
the hoped-for additional activities, insurance needs, event types and sizes as well as noise and time
considerations. Bob answered those questions with detailed explanations and referred to advice
from City Staff and the City Attorney to the Society, including the Society's ongoing efforts to obtain
liability insurance.
Lu moved the Commission recommend approval bv the Planninq Commission of the
Conditional Use Permit as amended in the staff report. Pete seconded the motion. the vote
was:
Aves (4) Caleb Anderson. Lu Aurelius. Pete Boulav. Ron Cockriel
Navs (2) Richard Currie. AI Galbraith
Motion Passed.
Richard moved to recommend to the PlanninQ Commission that the noise (music) deadline be
chanQed to 9:00 p.m. for special events outdoors at the Bruentrup HeritaQe Farm. Ron
seconded the motion. the vote was:
Aves: (4) Lu Aurelius, Ron Cockriel. Richard Currie. AI Galbraith
Navs: (1) Pete Boulav
Abstain: (1) Caleb Anderson
Motion Passed.
6. OLD BUSINESS
a. Proposed Historical Preservation Commission Survey List
Dave presented the survey list of historical sites that he prepared from information supplied by Pete
Boulay and Bob Creager (based on the 1997 Century House project). This list is the starting point of
the project to identify historic sites in Maplewood in order to meet the criteria for obtaining Certified
Local Government (CLG) status. The Commissioners will review this list and identify addresses
where the structures no longer exist and provide suggested new additions - residences, busineses,
landmarks or sites of historic events - that should be added.
b. Proposed Historical Preservation Draft Ordinance Amendment
Dave presented a draft copy of the proposed amended Historical Preservation Commission
ordinance, as was requested in the previous Commission meeting. The proposed changes will help
ensure the effectiveness of the Commission's oversight of the City's historical sites. Following
discussion it was agreed that, instead of amending the current ordinance, it is preferred that an
entirely new ordinance be created to encompass responsibilities and activities required for CLG
statu s.
Richard stated he believes this Commission should retain the opportunity to interview candidates for
Commission appointments, as stated in the original ordinance, to ensure that applicants have the
appropriate qualifications and background, and then make recommendations to the City Council.
Lu moved to refer the draft ordinance back to Dave to review with Mike Koop at the Minnesota
Historical Societv. includinQ the Question of Commissioners interviewinQ applicants. and citv
staff for their input. then brinQ back to the HPC at the next meetinQ. Caleb seconded the
motion. Aves - all.
c. Time Capsule
Discussion of timing for appearance at City Council meeting to present the Time Capsule to the City.
Dave will check for the first available date to be on the Aqenda.
d. Gladstone Siqn
Pete reported the Gladstone Bulletin Board sign has been repaired. That repair was one of the
Commission's 2009 goals, and has been completed.
7. NEW BUSINESS PRECEDED OLD BUSINESS
a. Historical Designation of the Bruentrup Farm
b. Bruentrup Farm CUP
8. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
None
9. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS
a. Maplewood Area Historical Society Update
Richard announced that Marilyn and AI Galbraith will be celebrating their 50th Anniversary.
Lu announced she has received her first issue of the Ramsey County Historical Society Newsletter.
It is quite interesting, and included notice that the long-time head of the organization is retiring, but
did not say who will be appointed to replace him. It also had a list of the many upcoming events at
the Gibbs Farm.
Bob announced the annual Ice Cream Social will be held at the Bruentrup Heritage Farm on June 10
- root beer floats, sundaes, live music (non-amplified). It will also be the 1 O-year anniversary of the
Governor signing the bill granting the funds to move the buildings from their original site to the current
site. The Society has invited all the people who played a role in the effort to obtain the funds to join
the celebration. He also announced that 1 :00 on Saturday, June 13 is the 3rd guided walking tour of
Victorian headstones at Forest Lawn Cemetery. The theme is Cemetery Symbols and Superstitions.
10. STAFF PRESENTATIONS
a. City of Maplewood contact at the Minnesota Historical Web Site
Dave reported he contacted Mike Koop at the Minnesota Historical Society about correcting the
contact information for Maplewood and was informed today it has been changed. The Maplewood
web page for the Commission has also been corrected
b. Commission Comprehensive Plan Review Update
Dave reported he has been informed that the requested corrections for the Comprehensive Plan
have been made.
c. E-mail Addresses (for Commissioners)
Dave said Shann and Michael Fowlds both think it is a good idea, but it hasn't reached the next level
yet. The request has to come from the department heads and the other commissioners need to be
on board as well, so it will be a while before any action is taken.
Dave also announced that the annual Summer Tour of the city to view development and
redevelopment projects, etc., will take place Wednesday, July 1, starting from City Hall at 5:00 p.m.
Lunch will be served midway, and the tour should be completed about 9:00 p.m.
11. ADJOURNMENT - 8:50 p.m.
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
DATE:
Historical Preservation Commission
David Fisher, Building Official
Proposed Historical Preservation Commission Survey List
June 11, 2009 for the June 18, 2009, HPC Meeting
INTRODUCTION
The Historical Preservation Commission (HPC) provided a survey list to staff of the proposed sites
and properties that may be historically significant in the City of Maplewood. The proposed list has
been entered on a map for the HPC to review. The proposed survey list and map are also needed
to apply for Certified Local Government (CLG) status.
DISCUSSION
Open discussion
RECOMMENDATION
Review the proposed survey list and map. Please come prepared to make recommendations of
changes or corrections.
Attachment:
1.
Proposed color coded map & survey list
P Historical Commission Memo proposed survey list June 11 2009
Historical Properties
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B 1780Clarencestreet
" 1825Desotostreet address
B 1S15 Desoto street
" 1745Edgertonstreet
" 2ffi4HighVlOcdAve
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" 1559CountyRdC
" 1822CountyRdC
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" 2JJO English streEl
n 1467CountyRoadB
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n 1480FrostAie
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" 1826Birminghamstreet
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" 1J30FrisbieAve
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" 1700Bredleystreet
" 1ffi5Edgertonstreet
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" 1741 McMenemyst
" 2670MinnehahaAve
" 1460stertingstreet
" 1ffi9Clarencesteet
" 2170 Day Roat
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" 2482 HighVlOcd Ave
" 19J4MartrnStreet
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" 1279RipleyAve
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MEMORANDUM
DATE:
Historical Preservation Commission
David Fisher, Building Official
Proposed Historical Preservation Commission Ordinance
Amendment
June 11, 2009 for the June 18, 2009 HPC Meeting
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
INTRODUCTION
During the May 21, 2009, meeting the Historical Preservation Commission (HPC) referred the draft
amended ordinance back to staff to review with Mike Koop at the Minnesota Historical Society
(MNHS). City staff has contacted Mike Koop of the MNHS and had brief discussion about the HPC
draft amended ordinance, Certified Local Government (CLG) and the HPC commission applicants
interview process. During that conversation Mr. Koop said the HPC interview process should be
consistant with the other commissions in the City of Maplewood and to follow the guidelines the
MNHS provides for the (CLG).
DISCUSSION
Staff has found that all applicants for the other city commissions are interviewed by the city council
only. Staff will bring the proposed HPC amended ordinance back to the HPC after Mr. Koop is
finished with his review.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff has no recommendation at this time and provides the information for discussion only about
the HPC draft amended ordinance.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
DATE:
Historical Preservation Commission
David Fisher, Building Official
Review HPC 2009 Goals
June 11, 2009 for the June 18, 2009 HPC Meeting
INTRODUCTION
During the January 22, 2009 and the March19, 2009, Historical Preservation
Commission (HPC) meetings, the commission adopted six goals for 2009, as follows:
1. Take all necessary measures to obtain Certified Local Government (CLG)
status:
a. Complete a historical site survey.
b. HPC ordinance amendments - to ensure HPC has oversight of
historical sites and that there is a public process in place when
dealing with these sites.
c. Apply to the Minnesota Historical Preservation (MNHP) Society for
CLG status.
2. Education of history through events, time capsule, etc.
3. Repair of Gladstone informational kiosk.
4. Identify and recognize historic families.
5. Identify and recognize the history of geographic features such as lakes,
etc.
6. Heritage Award - create criteria for awarding people or places for their
work in the field of history or for their historic charaCter.
DISCUSSION
Mid-year is here and a follow-up review of the HPC 2009 goals is warranted.
The HPC and staff have been working on the CLG, time capsule and repairing
the Gladstone informational kiosk as part of the goals for 2009.
RECOMMENDATION
Review the 2009 goals and have an open discussion about the HPC goals for 2009.
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