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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-09-28 CHPC MinutesAPPROVED CALDWELL HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIO MINUTES Date Meeting of September 28, 2022 r@ 6:30 P.M. Caldwell Planning & Zoning - - Conference Room 621 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell, Idaho Call to order. Chairperson Lyons called the meeting to order at approximately 6:34 p.m. Members Present. Randy Lyons, Nicole Bradshaw, Julie Best, Steve Maughan, and Sue Schaper, Members Absent: Renee DeHaas. Others Present. Steve Fultz, Planning & Zoning Director; Juli McCoy, Senior Planner; April Cabello, Planning Technician; Sarah Davis, Planning Technician; Diana Register, City Council Liaison and Jerome Mapp, guest. Others Absent: None (ACTION ITEM: APPROVE MINUTES). MOVED by Bradshaw, SECONDED by Best to approve the Caldwell Historic Preservation Commission minutes of the meeting held on July 13, 2022 as printed. MOTION PASSED (OLD BUSINESS) (ACTION ITEM: CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS INTERVIEWS) None. (ACTION ITEM: SLIDE PRESENTATION IN REFERENCE TO THE SARATOGA HOTEL AND PUBLIC ART) Jerome Mapp, 1855 Danmore Dr., Boise, provided Power Point presentation for the Erma Hayman House. He stated Ms. Hayman was born in 1901 and lived to be 103 years old. He added that Ms. Hayman and her husband purchased the house.in 1947 and lived there till her death. Presently, the Erma Hayman House is a Cultural Site. Mr. Mapp also gave a detailed presentation on the Creekside Caldwell Public Art Space, Celebrating the Saratoga Hotel. He expressed the need for the Creekside Development to honor the memory of the Saratoga Hotel throughout the Creekside retail and future hotel. Mr. Mapp emphasized that the Caldwell Historic Preservation Commission should be involved with the preservation of the historical features to be placed at a site or on the new buildings. Mr. Mapp mentioned that developers and architects may consider to add in their new build jobs something to enhance the building, and at the same time, celebrate the Saratoga Hotel. He presented some ideas that might be interesting to the commission. Discussion followed regarding what would be the next step to form a committee in order to organize plaza ideas to honor the Saratoga Hotel. There is a compelling story behind the Saratoga Hotel, and it can be a very captivating display if well designed. Commissioner Schaper stated projects like these would be eligible for grant applications through the Idaho United Council and other central organizations. Ms. McCoy indicated she has used the Idaho State Archives extensively, and they have an enormous collection of photographs, and articles that are very helpful for putting together a timeline. Commissioner Maughan noted, that the public library holds substantial photographic records and publications, along with a cultural Idaho photographic collection. He also said, that thirty years ago the Historic Preservation Commission operated in a closer association with Planning and Zoning. They took into account, very specific downtown themes that they were hoping to develop over time. He added, that the city was in a position, to really help create the historic set of shop fronts that would evoke the earlier city. A display of the Saratoga Hotel was a good idea to help anchor the downtown as a historic asset in the City of Caldwell. Page 1 of 3 Caldwell Historic Preservation Minutes 09/28/2022 Mr. Fultz reported that in the past, this commission has done historical surveys that have been funded by the Idaho State Historical Society through its grant program. A full inventory of historical surveys on buildings in Caldwell can be found at the Caldwell Public Library. He suggested to obtain proposals, consider them, then chose the best bid for the value and quality that was offered. He also said there was work to be done by the City development team and planning experts. Commissioner Lyons noted that the Saratoga Hotel presentation would need to be indoors, as having it outside would be exposed to the elements. He suggested doing a workshop presentation at a City Council meeting and at the Urban Renewal meeting, or perhaps have a joint Workshop meeting. The goal would be to look for possible funding sources. He indicated, the meetings would need to be coordinated with the City Clerk. In addition, a detailed proposal and presentation would need to be prepared for the meeting. Ms. McCoy would contact the City Clerk for availability of workshops. She hoped the City Council would strongly recommend this project to the developers. On another note, Ms. Register mentioned that at one of the City Council meetings there was mention of constructing a parking garage. It was her expectation, that if a parking garage was built, it keeps with the architecture. She believed this commission would be a good group to lean on, as opposed to building some large concrete structure. Ms. Cabello stated that the parking structure would require review by the Design Commission. (ACTION ITEM: SET GOALS 15 YEAR PLAN) Cont. from July 13, 2022 The Commission held discussion and decided to have a separate workshop to discuss setting the five year plan and include the topics in New Business as part of that discussion. Commissioner Lyons asked Commissioner Bradshaw to provide preservation activities within other communities. Mr. Fultz stated that one of the challenges with this project would be funding. As a commission, they are looking to improve the quality of life in Caldwell through the historic assets that already exist in downtown Caldwell. There has been a general sense that it needs to have a traditional modern look. That was a great look, and we need to ensure that look continues. MOVED by Steve Fultz, SECONDED by Commissioner Bradshaw to close the hearing. MOTION CARRIED (NEW BUSINESS) (ACTION ITEM: STEUNENBERG RESIDENTIAL HISTORIC DISTRICT CALENDAR) Commission decided to have a separate workshop for this matter. (ACTION ITEM: MORE SIGNAGE) Commission decided to have a separate workshop for this matter. (ACTION ITEM: SET A DATE TO ATTEND BOISE HISTORIC DISTRICT MEETING) Commission decided to have a separate workshop for this matter. (ACTION ITEM: CALDWELL PERSPECTIVE — SUBMITTING A NEW STORY EVERY MONTH) Commission decided to have a separate workshop for this matter. (DISCUSSION ITEM: MATT GIER, C OF I, WANTS TO BE A MEMBER OF CHPC) Commission discussed the allowed number of commissioners the board can have. Commissioner Maughan stated he supported Matt Gier's desire to be on the commission and included that he feels they should add more members as code allows. Ms. McCoy reported that according to the City code there can be no less than five but up to ten members. She added they have to be voted on at the first meeting of the year. Page 2 of 3 09/28/2022 Caldwell Historic Preservation Minutes (DISCUSSION ITEM: COMMISSION AND STAFF REPORTS) April Cabello informed the commission the 2022 annual update report presentation to City Council has been changed to Thursday, October 20 at 6:00 p.m. (ADJOURNMENT) Moved by Commissioner Maughan, SECONDED by Commissioner Bradshaw to adjourn at 8:00 p.m. MOTION CARRIED Respectfully submitted by Ellen Miller, MINUTES APPROVED AND SIGNED BELOW BY CHAIRPERSON LYONS ON THE DATE NOTED BELOW ATTESTL."Aanning & Zoning Representative For detailed minutes, please request a copy of the digital recording. Date 'Z5'< Date Page 3 of 3 Caldwell Historic Preservation Minutes 09/28/2022