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*AMENDED (2/27/20, 9:30 AM)
AGENDA
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
March 2, 2020
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CALL TO AUDIENCE - at this time, any member of the public is allowed to address the Commission on
any issue not listed on today’s agenda. Pursuant to the Arizona open meeting law, individual
Commission members may ask Town staff to review the matter, ask that the matter be placed on a future
agenda, or respond to criticism made by speakers. However, the Commission may not discuss or take
legal action on matters raised during "Call to Audience." In order to speak during "Call to Audience",
please specify what you wish to discuss when completing the blue speaker card.
COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1.Current information for Historic Preservation Commissioners
2.Report from Oro Valley Historical Society President
3.Report from Gail Munden, Historic Preservation Commission liaison to the Oro Valley Historical Society
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
1.VOTE FOR THE NEXT CHAIR
*SELECTION AND VOTE FOR THE NEXT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
CHAIRPERSON EFFECTIVE MARCH 3, 2020
2.*REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 10, 2020 SPECIAL SESSION MEETING MINUTES
3.*REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE 2019 ANNUAL REPORT
4.REVIEW OF PRESERVATION EASEMENT BETWEEN PIMA COUNTY AND THE TOWN OF ORO
VALLEY
*REVIEW OF A CONSERVATION EASEMENT ON THE STEAM PUMP RANCH PROPERTY HELD
BY PIMA COUNTY
5.PRESENTATION ON PROCTOR LEIBER HOUSE FROM THE 2014 CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT
REPORT THEN AND NOW
*PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON THE PROCTOR LEIBER HOUSE AT STEAM PUMP RANCH
FROM THE 2014 CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT REPORT
6.*PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE STEAM PUMP RANCH CHICKEN COOPS
AND THE CARLOS HOUSE/BARBECUE SECTIONS OF THE 2014 CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT
REPORT
7.PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING SELECTING A DATE FOR FUTURE STUDY
SESSION IN ORDER ON A DISCUSSION OF THE RULES AND REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO
THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
*SELECT A DATE FOR A FUTURE STUDY SESSION REGARDING DISCUSSION ON THE
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RULES AND REGULATIONS
8.*LOCAL REGISTRY REPORT
9.*DEPARTMENT REPORT
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
ADJOURNMENT
POSTED: 2/26/2020 at 5:00 p.m. by pp
AMENDED AGENDA POSTED: 2/27/20 at 5:00 p.m. by pp
When possible, a packet of agenda materials as listed above is available for public inspection at least 24 hours
prior to the Commission meeting in the Town Clerk's Office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Town of Oro Valley complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If any person with a disability
needs any type of accommodation, please notify the Town Clerk’s Office at least five days prior to the Commission
meeting at 229-4700.
INSTRUCTIONS TO SPEAKERS
Members of the public have the right to speak during any posted public hearing. However, those items not
listed as a public hearing are for consideration and action by the Commission during the course of their
business meeting. Members of the public may be allowed to speak on these topics at the discretion of the
Chair.
If you wish to address the Commission on any item(s) on this agenda, please complete a blue speaker card located
on the Agenda table at the back of the room and give it to the Recording Secretary. Please indicate on the
speaker card which item number and topic you wish to speak on, or if you wish to speak during “Call to
Audience,” please specify what you wish to discuss when completing the blue speaker card.
Please step forward to the podium when the Chair announces the item(s) on the agenda which you are interested
in addressing.
1. For the record, please state your name and whether or not you are a Town resident.
2. Speak only on the issue currently being discussed by the Commission. Please organize your speech, you will
only be allowed to address the Commission once regarding the topic being discussed.
3. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes.
4. During “Call to Audience”, you may address the Commission on any issue you wish.
5. Any member of the public speaking must speak in a courteous and respectful manner to those present.
Thank you for your cooperation.
“Notice of Possible Quorum of the Oro Valley Town Council, Boards, Commissions and Committees: In accordance
with Chapter 3, Title 38, Arizona Revised Statutes and Section 2-4-4 of the Oro Valley Town Code, a majority of the
Town Council, Board of Adjustment, Historic Preservation Commission, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board,
Stormwater Utility Commission, and Water Utility Commission may attend the above referenced meeting as a
member of the audience only.”
Historic Preservation Commission
Meeting Date:03/02/2020
Submitted By:Casey Wilson, Parks and Recreation
SUBJECT:
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
RECOMMENDATION:
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
FISCAL IMPACT:
SUGGESTED MOTION:
Attachments
Information Items
Oro Valley Historic Preservation Commission
Informational Items
March 2020
Coming up in Oro Valley
1) March 6 1st Friday concert
Music by Connie Brannock’s Tiny House of Funk
Time: 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Oro Valley’s historic Steam Pump Ranch is proud to offer a Friday Night Concert
Series on select first Fridays throughout the year. They are family friendly with
fun activities in the grass for children, food trucks, Sonoita Vineyards Winery,
patio heaters for colder months and lots of fun. No outside Alcohol. Permit
belongs to Sonoita Vineyards.
2) March 6 Day Trip to the Tucson Museum of Art,
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (return times may vary)
* Meet at the Oro Valley Community Center to travel by van
Fee: $30 including transportation and entry
Trip to the Tucson Museum of Art for a tour and time to explore the museum.
We will gather and eat at the Museums Café à La C’Art, before heading back to
Oro Valley (lunch is not included in price).
3) March 7 Fire Fighter Archery Shoot and BBQ Cookoff
Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Naranja Park
4) March 8 New Classical Concert Series at Riverfront Park
Time: 4 p.m. Music presented by: Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra
5) March 12 Priceless (Must purchase tickets by March 1)
Time: 5 p.m.
Oro Valley Country Club club house
The Priceless event will feature Catherine Baron of Catherine’s Estates and
Appraisals (Certified Appraiser and formerly on the Antiques Roadshow) who will
give a talk on antiques followed by a verbal appraisal of your item. Items must
be limited in size to something that can fit on your lap. Items need not be
antiques. Jewelry, pottery, paintings are all welcome!
Tickets are $75 and include dinner. Cash bar offerings will be available. To
purchase a ticket visit https://www.eventbrite.com. Enter Oro Valley Historical
Society in the “Search Event” box at the top of the page. Seating is limited.
6) March 14 2nd Saturday at SPR
Pusch House: Open for tours including a special presentation in the museum
area, and an art show in the art gallery area.
Markets: Historic, Western and Americana Artisan and Antique Fair, Commerce
Corral, and the Heirloom Farmers Market
Heritage Garden Activities: Arts and crafts projects for children, Hands on
Archaeology with Archaeology Southwest,
Music by the Canyon Currents
Special exhibits and programs in the Pusch House at Steam Pump Ranch
March: Buster Bailey and Billy Chester, local cowboys from the 40s and 50s.
7) March 21 Tucson Preservation Foundation’s Historic Homes tour starting at
SPR. Music and Tours to accompany. If you ar3 interested go to
https://preservetucson.org/
8) March 22 New Classical Concert Series at Riverfront Park
Time: 4 p.m. Music presented by: UARIZONA Low Brass Quartet
9) March 28 Bike Swap Sell at SPR
Sell off your old bike related surplus items for FREE!
Out with the old, in with the new! Find your treasure!
10) March 29 Taste of Oro Valley by the Oro Valley Rotary
11) April 3 1st Friday Concert – with the band the “Hot Lizards”
Oracle Historical Society fundraiser
2020 Oracle Car Show - 34th Annual Spring Run Benefit Car Show and Oaks Festival
April 18, 2020
If you are interested in what is happening to Archaeological Sites at this time in history, please
sign up for updates from Archaeology Southwest www.archaeologysouthwest.org or the Society
for American Archaeology at www.saa.org.
Information on City of Tucson’s Historic Districts
Find more at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/pdsd/Preservation/22x34_NRHD_index_121917.pdf
Historic Preservation Commission 2.
Meeting Date:03/02/2020
Submitted By:Maritza Valenzuela, Parks and Recreation
SUBJECT:
*REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 10, 2020 SPECIAL SESSION MEETING MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
N/A
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to approve (approve with changes) the 02/10/2020 special session meeting minutes
Attachments
2-10-20 Draft Minutes
D R A F T
MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
SPECIAL SESSION
February 10, 2020
HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
SPECIAL SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Huff called the meeting to order at 5:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Dan Huff, Chair
Dan Biel, Vice Chair
Timothy Bohen, Commissioner
Steve Hannestad, Commissioner
Gail Munden, Commissioner
Eric Thomae, Commissioner
Absent: Michael Wilson, Commissioner
CALL TO AUDIENCE
N/A
COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS
Council Liaison Solomon commented on the following:
a presentation about Steam Pump Ranch was presented at the last Council Meeting, and stated
that a question of what the Town's obligations are with regard to preserving Steam Pump Ranch
and if the Town is meeting those obligations.
Mr. Solomon also informed the Commission that the Commission might want to consider a future
agenda item where the Town can identify a financial source that could meet the commitments of
Steam Pump Ranch.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1.Current information for Historic Preservation Commissioners
Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne informed the Commission of the following:
Attended the National Trust for Historic Places
Shared some quotes she acquired from her visit
Empire Ranch is talking to schools in the Tucson area
Informed the Commission that there is a gentleman by the name of Mike who assists with the
repairs at Steam Pump Ranch
2.Report from Oro Valley Historical Society President
Oro Valley Historical Society President Roxy Johnson reported the following:
Thanked the Commission for allowing her the opportunity to present their report every month.
Thanked Town Mayor Joe Winfield for attending this meeting
had a guest from Questors attend their January meeting; the historical society will be looking into
grants that are provided by Questors
Website is up and running with the capability to forward questions to the appropriate committee
Chair to be answered
Letters from Henry Zip are on display this month; this is a patriotic display that is available to view
every Saturday of this month
Planning for docents for March 21; this will be the kick off place for the Tucson Historic
Preservation Foundation. They will be open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Had 120 guests at the Pusch House last Saturday
Tickets for the Priceless Fundraiser event are still available for purchase until March 1st
Commissioner Eric Thomae stated that he visited the Pusch House and stated that there could be a
strong partnership between the Commission and the Oro Valley Historical Society to preserve the Pusch
House.
President Johnson stated that they will eventually be open every Saturday to display the rotating themes
selected by the society to display.
Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne stated that there is a lot more to view aside from just the letters from Henry
Ziff that are available.
3.Report from Gail Munden, Historic Preservation Commission liaison to the Oro Valley Historical Society
Commissioner Munden stated that the Oro Valley Historical Society is trying to achieve tier 1
status, which requires them to be open for 140 hours. Achieving Tier 2 status allows for them to qualify for
grants.
SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA
1.REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE JANUARY 13, 2020 SPECIAL SESSION MEETING MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Gail Munden, seconded by Vice Chair Dan Biel
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
Commissioner Hannestad asked if the letter Paul Loomis wrote and presented at the last meeting could
be attached to last month's meeting minutes.
Attorney Sidles stated that this is not possible due to state laws.
Commissioner Hannestad stated that modifications should be made to agenda item 3. Commissioner
Hannestad also stated that the voting totals are displayed incorrectly.
Commissioner Bohen stated that he was unable to attend the previous meeting, adding that the voting
numbers should 5-0 instead of 6-0.
Commissioner Hannestad stated that this issue could possibly be a server errors. Chair Huff stated that
these items cannot be discussed currently, as this is to approve the minutes or approve the minutes with
modifications.
Commissioner Gail Munden made a motion to approve the minutes of January 13, 2020.
Commissioner Thomae asked for a clarification on Commissioner Munden's motion.
Commissioner Munden corrected her motion to reflect the approval of the minutes as modified.
2.REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE 2019 ANNUAL REPORT
Motion by Commissioner Steve Hannestad, seconded by Commissioner Timothy Bohen
Vote: 5 - 0 Carried
Other: Commissioner Eric Thomae (ABSTAIN)
Commissioner Hannestad stated that her is unsure if his electronic device is causing a glitch in viewing
the documents..
Commissioner Munden stated that she did not have any issues in viewing the document electronically.
Commissioner Thomae stated that this could be an issue and would like to have the physical report.
The board asked that Commissioner Munden's name be corrected on the report.
Commissioner Hannestad made a motion to table the item. Commissioner Bohen seconded.
Commissioner Thomae abstained.
3.PROGRESS REPORT ON WORK PERFORMED RESULTING FROM THE 2014 STEAM PUMP RANCH
CONDITION ASSESSMENT
Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne presented a powerpoint presentation on the Steam Pump Ranch Condition
Assessment report.
Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne presented the following:
Repairs to the chicken coops
Pictures of the chicken coops
Removing adobe for safety hazards
Stabilization of the hatchery
Carlos's House/The Barbeque
Showed the master plans of this building
Window frames have been secured
Roof deterioration
Wall deterioration
Roof/Wall possible leak of the Pusch House
Next month (March) will be Proctor/Leiber House
Commissioner Munden asked if the front wall of the Barbeque was going to be left in open air. Mrs.
Dellerman-Silverthorne confirmed that it was going to be left open as was the original plan.
Commissioner Thomae stated that this agenda item does not have any room for discussion. Attorney
Sidles confirmed.
Commissioner Bohen asked Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne if this property has been evaluated by a
professional. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne stated that there are no funds for that and stated that this can
be requested.
Commissioner Thomae asked if there is enough of the Carlos's House/Barbeque in tact or if it is
considered a ruin.
Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne stated that it is not going to deteriorate past its current condition.
Commissioner Munden clarified that this building just needs to be put back.
Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne agreed.
Commissionre Thomae clarified his question, and reiterated if yes there is enough of the building.
4.LOCAL REGISTRY REPORT
Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne shared an email communication between herself and an individual by
the name of Susan. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne also contacted Joan Miller from Suffolk Hills, who is
interested in learning about the local registry. Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne shared an email from Tray
Alexander, who is proceeding with her variance request.
Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne informed the Commission that she will be working with Town Employee Joe
Lunne to begin the process of Oral Histories.
5.ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
Chair Huff stated the following:
Beginning of his 6th term this year
Oro Valley is very important to him
Stated that he respects each commission member, and stated that this is a good opportunity for
new leadership
Thanked the commission and encouraged the commission to nominate new leaders
Attorney Sidles stated that the nominations for Chair would begin first.
Commissioner Hannestad nominated Commissioner Gail Munden for Chair and Commissioner Bohen
Seconded.
Chair Huff nominated Eric Thomae for Chair and Vice Chair Biel seconded.
Chair Huff asked if there were any other nominees that would like to be presented.
Attorney Sidles stated that Commissioner Munden's nomination for Chair needs to be voted on first, as
her nomination was presented first.
The following Commission members voted in favor of Commissioner Munden:
Commissioner Hannestad
Commissioner Munden
Commissioner Bohen
Chair Huff informed the board that due to a majority not being reached, the Commission moved to the
next nominee.
The following Commission members voted in favor of Commissioner Thomae as Chair:
Chair Huff
Vice Chair Biel
Commissioner Thomae
Due to a tie in votes for both nominees, Attorney Sidles stated that it would be a good idea to move on
to Vice Chair.
Chair Huff nominated Vice Chair Biel to continue with this position. Vice Chair Dan Biel stated that he has
enjoyed this position and would like to continue serving as Vice Chair. Chair Huff seconded the motion.
Chair Huff asked if there were any other nominations for Vice Chair.
Attorney Sidles informed the Commission that they would need to table the nominations for the Chair
position for the next meeting.
Chair Huff made a move to place this item on the March agenda.
Motion by Vice Chair Dan Biel, seconded by Chair Dan Huff
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
Motion by Chair Dan Huff, seconded by Commissioner Eric Thomae
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
6.DEPARTMENT REPORT
Mrs. Dellerman-Silverthorne reported the following:
Student essays will be submitted soon; and will be on the April 15 council meeting
Parks & Recreation Director Kristy Diaz-Trahan Gave a history on Steam Pump Ranch history and
the financial background at the January 22, 2020 Council Meeting
A consultant has not yet been selected for the Steam Pump Ranch improvements
Voting for the Naranja park
Parks & Recreation Deputy Director Matthew Jankowski & Kristy Diaz-Trahan received an email
from a Historical Society member from New Hampshire positively recognizing Oro Valley's
Historical Society links.
A playground will be added to Naranja Park that will modify the roadway, allowing entrance and exit
solely through Tangerine Rd. during the construction phase
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Commissioner Munden would like to have an explanation and discussion of the contractual
obligations that Pima County has, as spoken by HPC Liaison Councilman Solomon
Proposed budget as outlined
HPC's defined powers
Referenced article 10.6.1
Commissioner Thomae would like to discuss the easement and would like to have some time to
discuss his opinion on the easement and would like to discuss the Town's master plan of 2008
Discuss priorities for HPC based on the master plan and the easement
Chair Huff asked Commissioner Thomae to clarify if he would like all of these items on the agenda
Commissioner Thomae stated that he would like to know about SPR
Attorney Sidles presented the future agenda items he acquired through the commission.
Commissioner Thomae stated that he would like to know that the priorities are
Commissioner Hannestad would like to propose for the April meeting enlightenment and discussion
regarding the current policy for agenda writing.
Commissioner Munden asked for information on the Steam Pump Ranch restoration.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Chair Dan Huff, seconded by Commissioner Gail Munden
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
Chair Huff made a motion to adjourn the meeting, and Commissioner Munden seconded. Meeting was
adjourned at 6:11 p.m.
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the special session of the
Town of Oro Valley Historic Preservation Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 10th day of February 2019.
I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this _____ day of ____________________, 2019.
___________________________
Maritza Valenzuela
Senior Office Specialist
Historic Preservation Commission 5.
Meeting Date:03/02/2020
Requested by: Lynanne Dellerman, Parks and Recreation
Submitted By:Casey Wilson, Parks and Recreation
SUBJECT:
PRESENTATION ON PROCTOR LEIBER HOUSE FROM THE 2014 CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT REPORT
THEN AND NOW
*PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON THE PROCTOR LEIBER HOUSE AT STEAM PUMP RANCH FROM
THE 2014 CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Discussion item only.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Staff photographed the interior of the Proctor Leiber house in its current condition in comparison ot the
report.Presentation will include photos from the report. Special Note: The rodents have been greatly mitigated but
the remainder of the building is in the same condition or has degraded further.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
This item is for discussion only.
Attachments
HPC 2 Presentation 3-2-20
Proctor
Leiber
Residence
Primarily
interior
photos.
Except this area, Currently thought of as
front porch.
Continuation of front porch area
Kitchen / Food Service Room
Historic Preservation Commission 6.
Meeting Date:03/02/2020
Submitted By:Jeanna Ancona, Community and Economic Development
SUBJECT:
*PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE STEAM PUMP RANCH CHICKEN COOPS AND THE
CARLOS HOUSE/BARBECUE SECTIONS OF THE 2014 CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Discussion item only.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
In February 2020, Staff photographed the chicken coops and The Carlos House/Barbecue in their current
conditions to compare to the 2014 Condition Assessment Report. The presentation contained both current photos
and and photos from thre report. Special Note: the chicken coops have been greatly stabilized with adobe work; a
section of the roof still in need of work. The “Hatchery” is deteriorating and is in need of restoration efforts. The
Barbecue is deteriorating and in need of restoration/preservation efforts.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
This item is for discussion only.