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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes2010-041 Sponsored by: Historic Preservation Commission i "` CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2010 -041 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PLACING THE SEWARD LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY INTAKE BUILDING ON THE SEWARD REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES WHEREAS, City Council Ordinance No. 95 -10, established the Seward Register of Historic Places in order to locally recognize properties important in Seward's history; and WHEREAS, an application to place the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Register of Historic Places was submitted and reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission; and WHEREAS, the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building application has been reviewed and the recommendation approved by the Resurrection Bay Historical Society as per procedure for nomination to the Seward Register of Historic Places; and WHEREAS, at its February 17, 2010 meeting, the Seward Historic Preservation Iwo Commission determined that the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building was eligible for listing on the Seward Register of Historic Places; and WHEREAS, at its March 17, 2010 meeting, the Seward Historic Preservation Commission approved Resolution 2010 -02, recommending that the Seward City Council place the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Register of Historic Places. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA that: Section 1. The City Council hereby places the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Register of Historic Places as authorized by Seward City Code 15.15.010. Section 2. This designation is to recognize historical significance only, with no other legal ramifications. Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, this 26 day of April 2010. CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2010 -041 Page 2 of 2 THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA illard E. Dunham, Mayor AYES: Valdatta, Bardarson, Keil, Shafer, Amberg, Dunham NOES: Smith ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: Jea Lewis J Cit Clerk (City Seal) , 4 0 of SEA 4,�,y ♦ 4 } 1 s ® • SEAL I i Council Agenda Statement Meeting Date: April 12, 2010 r OF SF1s Through: Phillip Oates, City Manage v o From: Patricia Linville, Library Director q - Agenda Item: Nomination to place the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Register of Historic Places BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: The Seward Register of Historic Places was established by City Council Ordinance 95 -10, in order to recognize properties that were important in Seward's history, help change the way the community perceives its historic resources, and encourage private citizens and public officials to preserve these resources. An application to place the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the local register was recently submitted to the Historic Preservation Commission. The building, which is located near the head of Lowell Canyon, served an important role in supplying power to the City of Seward from 1923 - 1950. In accordance with the Commission's established nomination procedure, a copy ofthe Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building local register application was forwarded to the Resurrection Bay Historical Society. The Resurrection Bay Historical Society supported the application. At their March 17, 2010 meeting the Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved Resolution 2010 -02, supporting the placement of the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Register of Historic Places. CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No 1. Comprehensive Plan (1990) X The Comprehensive Plan supports the promotion of Seward's history. 2. Strategic Plan (1999) X The Strategic Plan supports the preservation, promotion and recognition of the unique heritage ofthe historic sites and buildings. The plan encourages the efforts to raise public awareness and the appreciation of local history, and culture. INTENT: Placement of the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Register of Historic Places. This designation is to recognize only historical significance with no other legal ramifications. 6 4 FISCAL NOTE: The City of Seward will have no costs associated with the placement of the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Historic Register. Approved by Finance Department ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes NO X RECOMMENDATION: Council approves resolution 2010 -py i , placing the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Register of Historic Places.