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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes2023-001 HPC Priorities Sponsored by: Chair Libbrecht&Vice Chair Ward CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2023-001 A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA APPROVING THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION PRIORITIES FROM FEBRUARY 2023 TO FEBRUARY 2024 WHEREAS,the Historic Preservation Commission's responsibilities in Sewani 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. 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: REPORTING • Quarterly reports to council • Annual Certified Local Government(CLG)grant report to the State Historic Preservation Office (February) (if applicable) HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2023-001 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. • Promote the Seward Historic Preservation Commission online and in the media. 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 working towards restoring its historic character. • Support the preservation and use of the Jesse Lee Home properties for Park use. • Identify the Most Endangered Historic Properties in Seward. SEWARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN • Encourage 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. (If applicable) 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 12th day of January, 2023. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 111 RESOLUTION 2023-001 THE C 1 OF S :Poi' ARD, ' ASKA --) anguy Libbrecht, Chair 6 w �� AYES: Walker, Benoit,Ward, LeMaster, Libbrecht q,C� l NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None VACANT: Two �sso`of SEip'' ATTEST: s,c-k ,o'?--. q ,‘ . _r //7.. - AL ' • = Kris Peck •••. �.— ,�`tia' Deputy City Clerk sT'•.�;'vE 1g.•°�P�` (City Seal) `°`_i„iii••i`"