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Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission
FOURTNER ROOM
121 5TH AVE N, CITY HALL - 3RD FLOOR, EDMONDS, WA 98020
JANUARY 11, 2018, 5:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Draft Minutes: November 9, 2017
III. AGENDA ADDITIONS / CHANGES
IV. REQUESTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
V. ACTION ITEMS
1. Election of 2018 Officers
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Wrap Up of 2018 Calendar
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1. Goals and Business Ideas for 2018
2. Historic Calendar for 2019
VIII. COMMISSION CHAIR COMMENTS
IX. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
X. ADJOURNMENT
Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission Agenda
January 11, 2018
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Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 01/11/2018
Approval of Draft Minutes: November 9, 2017
Staff Lead: N/A
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
N/A
Staff Recommendation
Review and approve the draft minutes
Narrative
Draft minutes are attached
Attachments:
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CITY OF EDMONDS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
SUMMARY MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
November 9, 2017
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chair Raetzloff called the meeting of the Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission to order at 5:55 p.m. in the 3rd Floor
Conference Room of City Hall, 121 — 5d' Avenue North.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
Tim Raetzloff, Chair
Chris Deiner-Karr
Emily Scott
Larry Vogel
Dave Teitzel, City Council Member
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT
Steve Waite (excused)
Sandra Allbery (excused)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
STAFF PRESENT
Rob Chave, Development Services Manager
Diane Cunningham, Administrative Assistant
OTHERS PRESENT
Brian Moll
Christine Striker
Lora Johnson
David Preston
COMMISSIONER SCOTT MOVED THAT THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 12, 2017 BE ACCEPTED AS
PRESENTED. COMMISSIONER VOGEL SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/CHANGES
The agenda was accepted as presented.
REQUESTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Brian Moll, Edmonds, indicated a desire to join the Commission. In light of the Post Office and Marvel Marble buildings
being torn down, he would like to work with the Commission to add more teeth to the code to protect more historic buildings
before it is too late.
Christine Striker, Edmonds, agreed with Mr. Moll. She was heartbroken to see both of the buildings taken down. She
would like to discuss what can be done to require the preservation of historic properties as opposed to the current voluntary
Register.
David Preston, Edmonds, suggested there needs to be more incentive to encourage property owners to preserve historic
structures.
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Lora Johnson, Edmonds, commented that there is significant motivation for redevelopment right now and people are being
offered a lot of money for their properties. These two factors make it difficult to encourage people to preserve historic
structures. She would like to discuss what can be done to discourage this from happening in the future.
Commissioner Vogel commented that the City has a lot of unique heritage, and he felt the community was motivated to
preserve it as much as possible. The Commission's role is to build upon that motivation.
Ms. Striker suggested the Commission consider creating a Facebook site to provide information to the public. For example,
most of the public did not know the Post Office and Marvel Marble Buildings would be torn down until it was already
decided. She has spoken with a number of residents who are also concerned, and a Facebook site could have provided a
medium for rallying the community to take action.
Mr. Chave explained how the public is notified of proposed projects via mailings, notices, and the City's website, but they
are not typically posted on the City's Facebook page.
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion of "Gerdon House" (209 Caspers Street) Plaque Presentation
Chair Raetzloff announced that the plaque presentation for the Gerdon House is scheduled for December 13d' at 11:00 a.m.
Status of 2018 Calendar
Chair Raetzloff reported that the 2018 Calendar has been finished and sent to the printer. Mr. Chave added that the target is
to have the calendars available the day before Thanksgiving so they can be distributed the week following Thanksgiving. A
total of 2,500 calendars were ordered this year. Commissioner Vogel recognized the efforts of Commissioner Scott who
collected the information and designed the calendar.
The Commission discussed that the theme for the 2019 Calendar will focus on transportation, and they need to get started on
it soon.
ACTION ITEMS
Next Steps for Two Yost Properties (536 Pine Street and 658 Maule Street
The Commission compared historic and current photographs and discussed the potential for the properties to qualify for the
Register. Commissioner Deiner-Karr said she has been working to identify the Yost family members who owned the two
homes, but her search has not been successful yet. It was noted that the 658 Maple Street home appears to be eligible for the
Register. However, some concern was raised about the addition and windows on the 536 Pine Street property.
Commissioners Vogel and Scott agreed to participate in a walkthrough of the two properties, and Ms. Cunningham agreed to
make the necessary arrangements. It was suggested that Commissioner Waite participate, as well.
Next Step for 645 Fir Street Property
Council Member Teitzel pointed out that the house at 645 Fir Street appears to be a Sears kit home, and it is very close to the
original structure. The owners are motivated to have the property listed on the Register. He and Commissioner Waite met
with the property owners on October 23rd to provide an application and explain the benefits of being on the Register. Due to
health issues, the application is on hold for now, but the Commission could continue to do the necessary ground work in
anticipation of preparing an application. Council Member Teitzel commented that the current owners have a box full of
historic information that was provided by the previous owners. He agreed to contact the property owners to request the
information. Commissioner Deiner-Karr agreed to contact Commissioner Allbery to find out where she is in the process of
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locating historic photographs of the home. Council Member Teitzel agreed to set up a time for Commissioner Vogel to visit
the site to take photographs.
Lora Johnson, Edmonds, agreed to provide contact information for someone who lives across the street from the 645 Fir
Street property. This individual has indicated she has a wealth of information about the historic aspects of the home.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION CHAIR COMMENTS
Chair Raetzloff said he receiving viewed a topographical map of the Seattle area, which included Edmonds, that was made in
1897. He learned some interesting things about the early years of the City, and he agreed to provide a link to the map.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Commissioner Scott provided a card for the Commissioners to sign to thank Kernen Lien for his efforts on behalf of the
Commission.
Commissioner Deiner-Karr noted that the Commission will need to elect new officers for 2018 at their December meeting.
Commissioner Vogel said he is working to prepare a press release and talking points for Mayor Earling in preparation for the
Gerdon House plaque presentation on December 13th.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
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5.1
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 01/11/2018
Election of 2018 Officers
Staff Lead: N/A
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
The HPC is required to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2018
Staff Recommendation
Elect officers
Narrative
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6.1
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 01/11/2018
Wrap Up of 2018 Calendar
Staff Lead: N/A
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
Staff Recommendation
Narrative
Any last minute comments on 2018 calendars?
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7.1
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 01/11/2018
Goals and Business Ideas for 2018
Staff Lead: Chairman
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
Staff Recommendation
Narrative
Goals and business ideas for 2018
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7.2
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 01/11/2018
Historic Calendar for 2019
Staff Lead: N/A
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
Staff Recommendation
Discuss and provide ideas for 2019 calendar
Narrative
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