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Home My WebLink About01212022 Historic Preservation Special Meeting PacketHistoric Preservation Commission Agenda Packet Special Meeting Friday, January 21, 2022 Council Chambers, City Hall 1: 45 p.m. SPECIAL MEETING REQUEST Pursuant to Seward City Code 2.10.030 (2), this is to serve as the written notice calling a Special Historic Preservation Commission Meeting on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 1:45 p.m. for the purpose of: Resolution 2022-001, Approving The Historic Preservation Commission Priorities From February 2022 To February 2023. Resolution 2022-002, Utilizing The Boundaries Of The Downtown Historic District To Establish A Downtown Historic Business District (HBD) Zone. The meeting will commence in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 410 Adams Street, Seward. All interested persons are invited to attend the meetings. Signed this 181" day of January, 2022. r City Manager 2 Commissioners Upon this request the City Clerk will give due and proper notice as required by SCC 2.10.032 (No business shall be transacted other than stated above.) SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE Pursuant to Seward City Code 2.10.030 (2), this is to serve as the written notice calling a Special Historic Preservation Commission Meeting on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 1:45 p.m. for the purpose of: Resolution 2022-001, Approving The Historic Preservation Commission Priorities From February 2022 To February 2023. Resolution 2022-002, Utilizing The Boundaries Of The Downtown Historic District To Establish A Downtown Historic Business District (HBD) Zone. The meeting will commence in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 410 Adams Street, Seward. All interested persons are invited to attend the meetings. All public is invited to attend. Posted: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 City Hall bulletin board U.S. Post Office Harbormaster's Building Seward Community Library Museum The City of Seward, Alaska HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA 6" January 21, 2022 1:45 p.m. Council Chambers Cheryl Seese Chair Term Expires May, 2022 Sue Ward Vice Chair Term Expires May, 2023 Tanguy Libbrecht Commissioner Term Expires May, 2023 Mary Ann Benoit Commissioner Term Expires May, 2024 Dona Walker Commissioner Term Expires May, 2024 Art LeMaster Commissioner Term Expires May, 2023 Vacant Commissioner Term Expires May, 2022 Stephen Sowell Assistant City Manager Bailey Sayler Library Museum Director Brenda Ballou City Clerk 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OFALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING [Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak. Time is limited to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this agenda item.] 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA [Approval of Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by asterisk (*). Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless a commission member so requests. In the event of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular Agenda] 6. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS A. Proclamations and Awards — None B. Other Reports and Announcements — None C. Presentations — None City of Seward, Alaska Historic Preservation Commission Special Meeting Agenda January 21, 2022 Page I 7. NEW BUSINESS A. Resolutions 1. Resolution 2022-001, Approving The Historic Preservation Commission Priorities From February 2022 To February 2023............................................ Pg. 3 2. Resolution 2022-002, Utilizing The Boundaries Of The Downtown Historic District To Establish A Downtown Historic Business District (HBD) Zone. Pg. 6 8. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS — None 9. CITIZEN COMMENTS 10. COMMISSION AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS & RESPONSES TO CITIZEN COMMENTS 11. ADJOURNMENT City of Seward, Alaska Historic Preservation Commission Special Meeting Agenda January 21, 2022 Page 2 `a Sponsored by: Chair Seese & Vice Chair Ward CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2022-001 A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA APPROVING THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION PRIORITIES FROM FEBRUARY 2022 TO FEBRUARY 2023 WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission's responsibilities in Seward City Code are: 2.30.425 - Powers and duties. (a) It shall be the responsibility of the historic preservation commission to: (1) Develop a local historic plan that will include provisions for identification, protection and interpretation of the area's significant resources. Such a plan is to be compatible with the Alaska Historic Preservation Plan and to produce information compatible with and for the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey. (2) Survey and inventory community historic architectural and archaeological resources within the community. (3) Review and comment to the state historic preservation officer on all proposed National Register nominations for properties within the community area. (4) Act in an advisory role to other officials and departments of local government regarding the identification and protection of local historic and archaeological resources. (5) Work toward the continuing education of citizens regarding local historic preservation and community history. (6) Support the enforcement of the Alaska Historic Preservation Act, AS 41.35. (7) Review local projects and recommendations about the effect on properties identified in the local historic preservation inventory. WHEREAS, at its December 9, 2021 and January 13, 2022 meetings, the Historic Preservation Commission reviewed and updated their priorities and goals for 2022. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA that: Section 1. The Historic Preservation Commission hereby approves the following priorities and goals from February 2022 through February 2023: HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2022-001 REPORTING • Quarterly reports to council • Annual Certified Local Government (CLG) grant report to the State Historic Preservation Office (February) PUBLIC OUTREACH • Coordinate efforts with Planning and Zoning regarding the identification and protection of local historic and archaeological resources. • Enhance understanding of the economic benefits of Heritage Tourism. • Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month in May by proclamation. • Award the Annual Seward Historic Preservation Award in May. • Maintain the Seward Historic Preservation Commission online presence. SEWARD HISTORIC STRUCTURES & SITES • Review local projects and recommendations about the effect on properties identified in the local historic preservation inventory. • Update, review, and submit the Seward Inventory of Historic Sites to the Offices of History and Archaeology according to the guidelines for the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey, with annual review. • Promote and continue to nominate structures and sites to Seward Local Register. • Support the historic Hoben Park by assisting with planters and working towards restoring its historic character. • Engender the preservation and use of the Jesse Lee Home properties for Park use. • Track and monitor the progress of the Fort Raymond Subdivision. • Identify the Most Endangered Historic Properties in Seward. SEWARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN • Promulgate economic incentives, historical preservation and education. • Develop historic preservation initiatives and projects. • Advance the Historic Business District. OTHER COMMISSION TASKS • Generate ideas, set priorities, and submit an application for consideration, and take action on CLG grant opportunities that stimulate knowledge of local history, heritage tourism and cultural awareness. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2022-001 Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. Section 3. This resolution will be brought forward to City Council for approval. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 21' day of January, 2022. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: VACANT: One ATTEST: Brenda J. Ballou, MMC City Clerk (City Seal) THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Cheryl Seese, Chair 67 Sponsored by: Chair Seese & Vice Chair Ward CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2022-002 A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA UTILIZING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT TO ESTABLISH A DOWNTOWN HISTORIC BUSINESS DISTRICT (HBD) ZONE WHEREAS, the Seward City Council defined the Downtown Historic District via Resolution 1988-011 as "that area in downtown Seward bordered on the South by Resurrection Bay, on the North by Jefferson Street, on the East by Sixth Avenue, and on the West by Third Avenue, and includes the Ferry Terminal Building"; and WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission desires to use those same boundaries to establish a Downtown Historic Business District (HBD) zone, in cooperation with the Community Development Department and the Planning & Zoning Commission; and WHEREAS, the purpose of establishing the HBD zone is to support historic preservation efforts by maintaining the integrity of historic properties; and WHEREAS, preserving the historic integrity of properties in the Downtown Historic District directly translates into heritage tourism, which is a proven and viable economic revenue source. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA that: Section 1. The Historic Preservation Commission hereby approves the establishment of a Downtown Historic Business District (HBD) zone, using the same boundaries as the Downtown Historic District. Section 2. This resolution will be provided to the Community Development Department and the Planning & Zoning Commission. Section 3. This resolution will be brought to City Council for consideration and approval. Section 4. This resolution is effective upon adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 21st day of January, 2022. 6 _� City of Seward Zoning Map A D Downtown Historic District = black dashed lines (as defined by Res 1988-011) 11 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Sponsored by: Schaefermeyer CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION NO. 88-011 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, REDEFINING THE DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT WHEREAS, the goals and benefits of historic preserva- tion and historic districts have been endorsed by city of Seward Ordinance No. 519; and WHEREAS, criteria for selection and designation of historic districts have been established in city of Seward Resolution No. 84-84; and WHEREAS, the Seward Downtown Historic District was defined in city of Seward Resolution No. 84-85, to encompass an area bordered on the South by Resurrection Bay, on the East by Sixth Avenue, on the North by Adams Street, and on the West by Third Avenue; and WHEREAS, this area excluded several important histor- ical buildings in the downtown area, including the Van Gilder Hotel, the Swetman House, the Rae Building, the old Oddfellows Hall (SLAC Building), the old Catholic Church, the Lutheran Church, and the Methodist Church; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that: section 1. The Downtown Historic District is hereby redefined as that area in downtown Seward bordered on the South by Resurrection Bay, on the North by Jefferson Street, on the East by Sixth Avenue, and on the West by Third Avenue, and includes the Ferry Terminal Building. Section 2. Resolution No. 84-85 is hereby rescinded. Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immedi- ately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, this 25th day of January , 19 88 THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA 40 HARRY GIESELER, MAYOR -1- 8 • • • CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION NO. 88-011 AYES: DUNHAM, GIESELER, HILTON, MEEHAN, NOLL & SIMUTIS NOES: NONE ABSENT: O'BRIEN ABSTAIN: NONE ATTEST: i a S Mu phy, CMC City Clerk (City Seal) APPROVED AS TO FORM: HUGHES, THORSNESS, GANTZ, POWELL & BRUNDIN, Attorneys for the City of Seward, AK 07-� a Fred B. 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