HomeMy WebLinkAbout02.14.2024 Minutes Landmarks CommissionCITY OF OSHKOSH LANDMARKS COMMISSION
Minutes
February 14, 2024
PRESENT: Shirley Brabender Mattox, Kristopher Ulrich, Gerald Jacklin, and Nikki Stoll Olthoff
ABSENT: Sara Stichert, Paulette Feld, and Steve Cummings
STAFF: Amy Fels, Museum Archivist
Meeting Information:
1) Call to Order
Meeting was called to order at 3:01pm.
2) Citizen Presentation
a. Dr. Jill Anderson – 101 High Avenue
With voice vote approval, Items 2 and 3 on the agenda were swapped to be
mindful of Dr. Anderson’s time. Dr. Anderson proceeded to explain her need
to replace an exterior door to her building at 101 High Avenue following an
accident in which it was broken. The door that had been broken was not
historic or original to the building. Dr. Anderson explained the custom door
she had made would not only improve the look but also the egress of the
door to make it safer; the door would be made to match the paint currently
on the building. Ms. Brabender Mattox asked questions regarding the color
and composition of the proposed new door, and expressed hesitance to
approve a fiberglass door over a wooden one. Discussion continued, and
Jeffrey Witte came in to provide additional guidance regarding City design
and Planning Commission requirements for historic districts. Mr. Ulrich
motioned to approve the door replacement as described by Dr. Anderson,
and Ms. Stoll Olthoff seconded. Mr. Ulrich, Ms. Stoll Olthoff, and Mr. Jacklin
voted in favor. Ms. Brabender Mattox voted against.
3) Approval of January 10th Minutes
Mr. Ulrich motioned to approve the minutes, and Mr. Jacklin seconded. The minutes
were unanimously approved by a voice vote.
4) Commissioner Statements
a. 2023 Annual Report
The commissioners went through the report and provided feedback on the
draft to Ms. Fels. Ms. Fels stated she would make the edits requested by the
commissioners and send out a new draft prior to the March meeting.
b. Edit Acanthus Awards categories, discuss nominations
Mr. Ulrich motioned to edit the Acanthus Award category of “Retention of a
residential or commercial building” to read “Restoration of a residential or
commercial building.” Ms. Stoll Olthoff seconded, and all voted in favor by
voice. The commissioners discussed adding or updating other award
categories. Mr. Ulrich motioned for adding “Compatible new construction
and sensitive infill,” “Historic landscape,” and “Mid-Century stewardship.”
Mr. Jacklin seconded. All voted in favor via a voice vote.
c. Oshkosh Herald article topics inventory
The commissioners discussed potential upcoming topics for Herald articles.
Ms. Brabender Mattox stated she will write an article for the month of
February.
d. Discussion of historic properties on South Side of Oshkosh
Due to Mr. Cummings’ absence, this item was postponed until the March
meeting.
e. Lewis Hine plaque application
Ms. Brabender Mattox will contact the owner of the building in preparation
of applying for a plaque.
f. Review Historic Rehabilitation Program brochure
This item was not discussed and postponed for a future meeting.
g. Section 106 Review Jackson/Oregon Street Bridge
Ms. Brabender Mattox is continuing to work on the letter in regards to the
review.
5) Staff Liaison Report
a. Monthly Building Permit Report
b. Agenda Items for Next Meeting
6) Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 4:40pm.