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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPackets - Historic Preservation Commission (81)       *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.