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2019-04-11 Historic Preservation Commission MinutesCITY OF EDMONDS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING April 11, 2019 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chair Johnson called the meeting of the Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission to order at 5:51 p.m. in the 3" Floor Conference Room of City Hall, 121 — 5' Avenue North. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT Laura Johnson, Chair Kate Kelly, Vice Chair Chris Deiner-Karr Tim Raetzloff Emily Scott COMMISSIONERS ABSENT David Preston (excused) Larry Vogel (excused) Steve Waite (excused) Kristiana Johnston, Edmonds City Council (excused) APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the minutes was delayed to the next meeting. AGENDA ADDITIONS/CHANGES STAFF PRESENT Diane Cunningham, Administrative Assistant OTHERS PRESENT COMMISSIONER DEINER-KARR MOVED THAT THE SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY DISCUSSION BE DELAYED UNTIL THE MAY 9, 2019 MEETING. COMMISSIONER RAETZLOFF SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The remainder of the agenda was accepted as presented. REQUESTS FROM THE AUDIENCE There were no audience comments. NEW BUSINESS There were no new business items on the agenda. Goals and Objectives for 2019 This item was delayed until the next meeting when more members are present Properties Interested in Historic Register Commissioner Kelly reported that she and Commissioner Waite visited the home at 560 Bell Street and had a brief discussion. She also forwarded staff a new photograph. Commissioner Raetzloff said he visited the home and actually went inside. With the information provided by Commissioner Deiner-Karr, it appears that windows were changed and a fireplace, a bathroom and the brickwork were added as part of a 1942 remodel. The house appears to be unchanged since 1942 (77 years). Commissioner Kelly pointed out that the home still has its original layout shown in the circa 1910 photograph. Commissioner Scott agreed to review and update the application with the new information for the Commission to review at their next meeting. Discussion on Library Proiect The Commissioners reviewed the draft plan and design for the Historic Preservation Commission's Library Exhibit. The goal of the exhibit is to talk about what the Commission is and its purpose, and also display information on historic properties in Edmonds, primarily those already on the Register. It was noted that copies of THE PRESERVATIONIST and walking tour brochure will be needed as handouts. In addition, Commissioner Kelly agreed to forward one or more maps to Ms. Cunningham so they can be printed in-house. 2020 Calendar Commissioner Scott shared a quick update on the 2020 Calendar, advising that she is still accepting interesting 1960s dates. She said Commissioner Waite has agreed to help incorporate more architectural elements this time. ACTION ITEMS Creative District Advisory Committee The Commission discussed that Commissioner Waite is currently attending the advisory committee meeting as the Commission's representative. It was noted that the meetings are on the same night as the Commission meetings, so the plan is to put together a schedule to rotate representatives. Historic Property Near Westgate Ms. Cunningham referred to a memorandum from Council Member Teitzel asking that the Commission review a property near Westgate for potential inclusion on the Register. She agreed to forward the memorandum to the Commissioners. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION CHAIR COMMENTS Chair Johnson said she recently visited with one of the owners of three historic properties on A Avenue South across from Pine Street Park. She indicated that the homes were moved from other places in the community, and she has a lot of information she can share with the Commission. It appears that her home (the middle property), as well as the home to the north have been modified and would not qualify for the Register, but she is unsure if the home to the south would be eligible. She advised that the homes were previously occupied by people significant to Edmonds history and indicated an interest in possibly joining the Commission. Chair Johnson said that, as chair, her goal is to keep the meeting discussions focused on agenda topics, saving side conversations until the end of the meeting. Historic Preservation Commission Minutes April 11, 2019 Page 2 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Raetzloff said he expects to be contacted this week by a representative from THE EDMONDS BEACON regarding the historic calendar. Commissioner Scott asked him to pass along her contact information if she has specific questions. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:22 p.m. Historic Preservation Commission Minutes April 11, 2019 Page 3