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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12.13.23 Landmarks Commission MinutesCITY OF OSHKOSH LANDMARKS COMMISSION Minutes December 13, 2023 PRESENT: Shirley Brabender Mattox, Kristopher Ulrich, Steve Cummings, Paulette Feld, Sara Stichert, and Gerald Jacklin ABSENT: Nikki Stoll Olthoff STAFF: Amy Fels, Museum Archivist Meeting Minutes: 1) Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Mr. Cummings at 3:00pm. Ms. Brabender Mattox and Mr. Jacklin arrived at 3:03pm. Mr. Ulrich arrived at 3:07pm. 2) Approval of November 8, 2023 Meeting Minutes Mr. Cummings motioned to approve and Ms. Feld seconded. The minutes were unanimously approved. 3) Public Comment a. Beach Building Renovation Project, CR Meyer Adam Swanson of CR Meyer and Alicia Wenger of the Christine Ann House presented their renovation plans for the Beach Building at 240 Algoma Boulevard. Exterior changes to the building will be minimal, consisting of removing one window on the east side of the building and replacing it with a door. A fenced playground will be constructed where there is currently parking lot. Ms. Wenger explained the purpose of adding the door will allow residents to securely access the play area. Ms. Brabender Mattox asked what remained of the original interior of the Beach Building. Mr. Swanson replied that the interior was completely remodeled during an earlier project, so little to no historical elements remain. Ms. Wenger stated that the Christine Ann House will be able to serve significantly more individuals and families in the Beach Building compared to their current building. Ms. Wenger stated that Christine Ann will take ownership of the building in January, with construction beginning in March. The project is anticipated to be completed by September 2024. Mr. Ulrich motioned for the Landmarks Commission to support the project proposal, and Ms. Feld seconded. The motion was approved unanimously. b. 414, 416, 418, and 318 Main Street, Logan Jungbacker Logan Jungbacker, owner of 414, 416, 418, and 318 N. Main Street, presented plans for the restoration and renovation of 414, 416, and 418 N. Main Street, which fall within the historic district of Main Street. Mr. Jungbacker wants to update the facades of the building in a historically sensitive manner. He would like to remove the Art Deco elements and restore them in a way that best matches the facades from when the structures were built in the 1870s. Mr. Jungbacker asked the commissioners for their input regarding painting or removing paint from the upper portions of the facades. Ms. Brabender Mattox asked if Mr. Jungbacker was intending to apply for historic tax credits, and he replied that they have not done them as part of their development process, but that they are open to it. The commissioners offered advice and provided potential contacts that may be able to assist Mr. Jungbacker with his endeavors. Mr. Jungbacker is enthusiastic about bringing the buildings back to life and wants to ensure the work is indicative of the detail and craftsmanship that originally went into the buildings, while providing some modern updates like energy-efficient glass for the windows. The commissioners advised Mr. Jungbacker to keep the historical nature of the façade at 318 Main Street, built in the 1950s, rather than renovating it to be in keeping with the 400 Block, because the building is a good example of its own era of architecture and design. 4) Approval of the Certified Local Government Program Historic Preservation Fund Subgrant Application Letter Ms. Feld motioned to approve submitting the CLG historic preservation fund subgrant application letter, and Mr. Jacklin seconded. The motion was unanimously approved. 5) Commissioner Statements a. Comments re: Nomination for State & National Register of the Baumann Block The commissioners discussed the nomination document. Ms. Brabender Mattox, with the approval of the commissioners, stated she would draft a letter of support for the nomination and bring the letter to the January meeting for review. b. Annual Report to be developed in January and submitted to Jason Tish, SHPO CLG Coordinator, and the City Council c. Section 106 Review - Jackson Oregon Bridge Project - Park Plaza (City Center) Ms. Feld stated that, after further consideration and review of existing reports, there seems to be little historical basis to prevent the Jackson/Oregon Street bridge project from moving forward. The new bridge will be beneficial to the community because it will not have to open for river traffic, which is important when considering the new hospital that will be built nearby. Ms. Feld recommended that they not make any statements to delay the progress of this project. Ms. Feld motioned for Ms. Brabender Mattox to submit a letter regarding the commission’s comments related to potential historic structures around the bridge but not to inhibit the removal of the current bridge and construction of the new, taller one. Mr. Cummings seconded. The motion was unanimously approved. d. Review “Historic Rehabilitation Program” This item was not covered due to time and will be moved to the January agenda. 6) Staff Liaison Report a. Monthly Building Permit Report b. Agenda Items for Next Meeting Discussion regarding historic structures or districts on the South Side. 7) Adjournment Ms. Feld motioned to adjourn, and Mr. Cummings seconded. The meeting adjourned at 4:32pm.