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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes - Historic Preservation Commission - 2/6/2023MINUTES HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR SESSION February 6, 2023 HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM 11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM CALL TO ORDER Chair Lee called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Nicole Casaus, Commissioner Michael Paul, Commissioner Ronald Scantlan, Commissioner Auvie Lee, Chair Absent: Puntadeleste Bozeman, Vice Chair Joan Pliego, Commissioner Staff Present:Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director Matt Jankowski, Parks and Recreation Deputy Director MaryAnne Tolmie, Recording Secretary Attendees: Steve Solomon, Council Liaison CALL TO AUDIENCE Paul Loomis, an Oro Valley Resident, spoke regarding the Oro Valley Historic Preservation Commission, Historic Preservation Code, Oro Valley Town Code, Certified Local Government and how it relates to Historic Preservation, the Commission, and Steam Pump Ranch. Devon Sloan, an Oro Valley Resident, spoke regarding the missing Historical Marker. Adot took the sign when they widened Oracle Road and it will not be returned. She also asked that the current brown sign be moved to a more visible location. She invited the Commission to Steam Pump Ranch next week when Arizona celebrates 111 years of Statehood. She also reminded everyone of the February 19th fundraiser at the Oro Valley Country Club. COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS Council Member Solomon welcomed Ray Scantlan to the Commission. CONSENT AGENDA 1.Review and approval of the January 9, 2023 Meeting Minutes. 02/06/23 Minutes, Historic Preservation Commission 1 Chair Lee thanked commissioner Paul for noticing some incorrect motions at the last meeting. The motion for Chair was made by Commissioner Paul, seconded by Commissioner Pliego. The motion for Vice Chair was made by Commissioner Paul, seconded by Commissioner Lee. There were no other changes discussed. Motion by Chair Auvie Lee, seconded by Commissioner Michael Paul to approve, with discussed changes, the January 9, 2023 meeting minutes. Vote: 4 - 0 Carried REGULAR SESSION AGENDA 1.WELCOME NEW MEMBER Chair Lee welcomed Ray Scantlan to the Commission. Commissioner Scantlan relayed that he was in the U.S. Navy for 20 years and 10 years with DOD. He spent a lot of time overseas, was responsible for closing a school and base in South Korea where he was instrumental in preserving some of the artifacts and assets of historical significance. He is interested in video productions, was an educator, and would like to use these skills to benefit the commission. 2.DISCUSSION REGARDING REGULAR PRESENTATIONS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES AT FUTURE HPC MEETINGS Chair Lee had the idea of getting subject matter experts to present at Commission meetings regularly for 15-20 minutes so that everyone can learn more about the history and foundations of Oro Valley to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the area. Commissioner Casaus agreed with some positive comments. Commissioners Paul and Scantlan were also in favor. Commissioner Paul would like to review topics before presenters are selected. Mr. Jankowski added that although public attendance is usually low, the meetings are posted to the town's website and people do listen to them. He added that commissioners should begin to think about topics. 3.DISCUSSION REGARDING THE PROCESS TO REVIEW THE ANNUAL ORO VALLEY CULTURAL HERITAGE PRESERVATION PLAN Chair Lee reported that this document is an annual requirement of the Commission. He opened the discussion by asking if the Commission would review the plan and think about how they are going to assign tasks for completion. Commissioner Paul liked the idea. DEPARTMENT UPDATE Mr. Jankowski reported that Sites Southwest was in Town last week for the Vistoso Trails Nature Project. Staff and public response was significant. Their formal presentation will be at the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting on February 21. Sites Southwest will also present at a future town council meeting. The Oro Valley Aquatic Center has been closed since the beginning of December and will be reopening Monday February 13 with brand new filters, a new recreation pool heater, competition upgrades, new piping, and a deep cleaning of the facility. The Community and Recreation Center has exceeded 2,700 members, the highest ever. He attributed some of the increase to the free Classic Memberships offered recently through the Renew Active program and noted that the Silver Sneakers program will begin within the next month or two. The MOVE (Marana Oro Valley Experience) Across 2 Ranges event is scheduled for February 25. It begins in Marana in the Tortolita Mountains and ends in Oro Valley, Catalina State Park for a celebration. Anyone interested in volunteering for the event can contact Mr. Jankowski. 02/06/23 Minutes, Historic Preservation Commission 2 FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Motion by Chair Auvie Lee, seconded by Commissioner Michael Paul to discuss and possibly act on selecting presentations for educational purposes. A Motion by Chair Auvie Lee, seconded by Commissioner Nicole Casaus to discuss and possibly act on the process to review the Oro Valley Cultural Heritage Preservation Plan. A Motion by Commissioner Nicole Casaus, seconded by Commissioner Ronald Scantlan to discuss and possibly act to generate a list of action items for preservation needs. A Motion by Chair Auvie Lee, seconded by Commissioner Nicole Casaus to secure training on Open Meeting Law. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Chair Auvie Lee, seconded by Commissioner Nicole Casaus to adjourn at 5:29 p.m. Vote: 4 - 0 Carried I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular session of the Town of Oro Valley Historic Preservation Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 6th day of February, 2023. __________________________ MaryAnne Tolmie Senior Office Specialist 02/06/23 Minutes, Historic Preservation Commission 3