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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01112024 Historic Preservation Work Session Packet Seward Historic Preservation Commission Work Session Packet Work Session Topics: 1) HPC 2024 Priorities & Meeting schedule (pg. 2-4); 2) Discuss Nominations for Properties to the City's Historic Register (pg. 5-7); 3) Present Historic Properties for added interpretive signage consideration (pg. 8- 11); 4) Proposal & Agreement on CLG Grant Application to the State Historic Preservation Office. 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Q id O bA z cn(41 cct cl o Zto cl id Oct ct cl cl o sue. .• O x Q a Q Q Q dddd Z (� Aa � v5 (� c� � � x ^" oc U ct A �' � � / � A \ — \ \ � � « \ � � � ƒ ) 2 2 t & o u m \ g � / / 0 cli ct ( � cl 0 ƒ cl _ - o k m 2 \ \ J § mo o Q Q M y . ; g / § j / ? % U \ Q © \ ^ cli / @ @ o ® m 3 .cn o $ k k'En Q k k « u o � yy ¥ m ¥ @w § aE � o @ u a / - c 2) Selection of Properties for the City of Seward Historic Local Register: From the 2017 Approved HP Plan and our City's HP Web page: The Seward Register of Historic Places was established by City Council Ordinance No. 95-10 in order to provide for public recognition of local cultural resources worthy of preservation. The hope was that identifying and recognizing properties that were important in Seward's history would help change the way the community perceives its historic resources and encourage private citizens and public officials to preserve these resources. In addition, the research and documentation that result from completing the local register application provides a valuable historic resource. Since there is nothing regulatory about being listed on the Seward Register of Historic Places, placement on the local register does not place any restrictions or limitations on a property. The purpose of this guide is to assist individuals in completing the Seward Register of Historic Places application form. It is not necessary for the applicant to be the property owner. Anyone can prepare and submit an application to nominate an eligible property for the local register. (See Exhibit 1) Per the above ordinance, I gathered that CRITERIA AND THE APPLICATION already exist and are posted on the web page. (See Exhibit 2 and Exhibit 3) Per established city code, anyone can nominate a property to the register (See above). We should make our own recommendations as well. We can simply fill out an application for each property, then score them. I propose the following system for answers to questions on the already established application: 1. YES=2 2. Somewhat=1 3. NO=O We can then rate all the properties that we have filled out applications for and award up to the Six (6) Plaques we have in our possession. Following the HP Work session, we can vote to approve the properties to be awarded at the HP Meeting. (Current Seward Historic Register Properties List, See Exhibit 4) Recommendations for Seward Historic Register Plaques: T. Libbrecht Current buildings are on the historic walking tour, the owners have maintained or restored the properties and tried to retain some or all the historic integrity, they are continuing to operate the properties as local businesses or residences, they have an interesting history to share and are in locations which help educate the public about our history. 5 • Urbach's - Longest continuous family run business in Seward. Has asked for a historic walking tour sign. Seen by many locals and visitors year-round. • McMullin Building - In the downtown historic business district and has been continuously operated as a business throughout time. • Standard Oil Managers House - Bed and breakfast that has been restored and shares history with visitors. • Alaska's Point of View Quonset Hut - Interesting history and well-maintained building on the walking tour being shared with many visitors each year. • Manthey House - Example of a private residence that has been restored. • Brownell House - Bed and breakfast with some restoration, that shares history with visitors. Recommendations for Seward Historic Register Plaques: M. Benoit I suggest these buildings for your consideration to be on the Seward Register of Historic Places and/or receive a plaque due to the following reasons: • They are currently on the Seward Historic Register but do not have a plaque. • They are featured on the historic walking tour or high on the list to be considered for a sign. • The owners have dedicated themselves to preserving or restoring the properties while safeguarding their historical essence. • They remain active as local businesses, organizations, or residences, and have captivating historical stories. • Their strategic locations serve to educate and enlighten the public about our rich history. Ballaine House was on the Seward Historic Register list but does not have a plaque. They want a sign for the walking tour. Urbach's: Seward's Longest Continuous Family-Run Business With deep historical roots in the community, it has recently requested a historic walking tour sign. This iconic establishment is a familiar sight to both locals and visitors year-round. McMullin Building: A Stalwart of the Downtown Historic Business District Located in the heart of Seward's downtown historic business district, the McMullin Building has maintained its role as a thriving business and/or provided space for other businesses throughout its existence. This landmark serves as a testament to the enduring entrepreneurial spirit of the area. They have a walking tour sign. Standard Oil Manager's House: A Bed and Breakfast with a Rich History. The Standard Oil Manager's House has been restored and transformed into a charming bed and breakfast that welcomes visitors and shares its captivating history with guests. They have a walking tour sign. Alaska's Point of View Quonset Hut: A Well-Preserved Relic with Fascinating History. The Quonset Hut at Alaska's Point of View is a well-maintained and unique remnant of the war, with a rich history. As a highlight on the walking tour, it captivates numerous visitors each year, providing a window into a unique past. 6 Brownell House: A Quaint Bed and Breakfast Nestled Within the Historic Residence of Seward's Founders. This Bed and Breakfast is not only a place to stay but also a living testament to the history of one of Seward's pioneering figures. Situated within one of Seward's oldest homes (1904), this residence shares our history with a historical walking tour sign. Manthey House: A Beautifully Restored Private Residence. The Manthey House exemplifies the dedication to historical preservation, with its restoration. While it stands as a private residence, its historic significance is a testament to the community's commitment to honoring its heritage. *St. Peter's rectory is on the Seward Historic Register list and has a blank plaque that needs to be completed. I believe there are numerous sites that already have plaques that have not weathered well and should be replaced, such as Resurrect Art's plaque. I think we should order extra for that purpose. 7 3) Recommendations for Properties for Additional Historic Walking Tour Signs for Future Grant Applications. M. Benoit - 01-11-24 RESOLUTION 2021-003 was drafted on 2-5-21, identifying our scoring criteria for selecting sign locations (See Exhibit 5). A summary is below. Points Criteria 7 Is it on the National Register of Historic Places 6 Is it on our Seward Historic Properties List Should it be on our Seward historic properties list but not due to oversight or 5 other special considerations 5 Was it built 1905-1910 5 Was the building or person who lived there significant in Seward's History 4 Was it built 1911-1920 3 Does it have an interesting history that people on the walking tour would like? 3 Does its exterior appearance have reasonable historic integrity 3 Was it built 1921-1930 2 Was it built 1931-1940 1 Was it built 1941-1950 8 At the time, we identified the following properties, and all received signs except those highlighted because of lack of funding. Sub- Score score Address Name 291 209 Fourth Brown and Hawkins 28 235 and 239 Second St Peter's church and rectory 28 327 Fifth Swetman House 28 308 Adams Van Gilder Hotel 281 501 Railway Train Depot 26 City Mount Marathon Diversion Dam 22 429 Third Hale (Eugene) House 22 225 Fourth Ave Sea Bean and Sour Dough Lodging 22 417 Third Home (Holland House) 21 227 Fourth Generations 21 318 Second Ave Manthey House 20 313 Sixth Mike Malloy House 19 235 Third Ave Tides Inn 19 400 and 408 Sixth AK Point of View Quonset 19 208 Brownell Home (Home Brew Alley) 19 613 Railway Ave Founders Landing Site 19 335 First Brownell Don Carlos house 18 302 Church St Resurrect Art Coffee House 17 611 Adams Standard Oil Manager's Home 17 222 Fourth Ave McMullen Building 16 City- Jefferson and Ballaine Lowell Creek Flume 16 308 Sixth Keating Home (Dryden House) 14 232 Fifth Ave Marathon Apartments, previously Henton 13 1 Sixth Ave Seward Library & Museum 13 2 -Kawabe Park Fourth Ave Business district Mount Marathon Race July 4 celebration 13 3 City Mount Marathon history 13 4 219 Fourth Ave Orlander Building Home (Al Plan) has been sold, suggest 13 6 315 Second Ave dropping this one. 13 5 304 Second Ave Home (Erickson home) still interested. 9 When we ranked the last round of properties we stated: "The Seward Historic Preservation Commission expects that all interested property owners will be included in the tour,which also includes a paper tour map, but only a limited number will get signs at this time due to funding. We expect to request a second grant in the near future, so all interested property owners can potentially get a sign over time." Based on the above list, 315 Ave (Erickson home) will be at the top of the list, Other property owners who expressed interest in being considered for a sign at the time or since then, were scored according to our criteria and listed below. Those that have confirmed their continued interest are in bold. In addition, I checked for any properties on the national register or Seward Register that had not received a sign because they had not previously responded or were sent notification (Romig/Cameron House). I contacted them to see if they were interested and scored them according to the criteria. 14 Sites for Consideration- 13 Needing Funding Score Address Name 13 304 Second Ave 1912 Erickson House (previously approved) 23 437 Third Ave Ballaine House 22 411 Third Ave Stewart House 22 423 Third ave Romig/Cameron House 21 504 Adams IOOF building-Tom Swann Harriman Bank Manager- no response previously. I stopped by 21 419 Second Ave and asked, they will think about it. No response back. Site of the Mary Lowell homesite and then The Line. We have 19 125 Third Avenue tentative permission to put a sign here. 1411 18 Chamberlain Dairy Residence 1920-Walter Blue House (real estate office) Rissie Casagrande. 18 321 Third Avenue Not on spreadsheet. 171300 First Ave 11925 Overly's (where artist Van Emple stayed) Hotel Seward- has been sold. Have not contacted the new owners 15 809 Second Ave to inquire about interest. Norway Maple- previously Eide- Stotko house on Seward register, torn down, new house is similar to original. Has offered to let others go first as the maple is already on the walking tour 13 420 Third map and the original house was torn down. 13 309 Second Ave- 1920- Erikson house 13 223 Sixth I Downtown House- Libbrecht (not this round) 121306 First Ave 11930 SHOOP PHILIP G Jr 12 318 First Ave- 11935 HAFEMEISTER DEBRA G 9 303 Second Ave- 1908 or 1920? Charles Sheldon House- they declined at this time. replace 11111 Second Ave 1111 Second Ave, Stucco Johnson Historic Homesite, 1916 10 In addition, the city has interest in replacing a sign on the existing walking tour at 1111 Second Ave regarding the original location of the Stucco Johnson house. The location is across the street from the Rotary Park Pavilion on Second Avenue. This sign is quite old, vandalized, and originally designed by Carol Griswold. 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The Seward Register of Historic Places was established by City Council Ordinance No. 95-10 in order to provide for public recognition of local cultural resources worthy of preservation. The hope was that identifying and recognizing properties that were important in Seward's history would help change the way the community perceives its historic resources, and encourage private citizens and public officials to preserve these resources. In addition, the research and documentation that result from completing the local register application provides a valuable historic resource. Since there is nothing regulatory about being listed on the Seward Register of Historic Places, placement on the local register does not place any restrictions or limitations on a property. The purpose of this guide is to assist individuals in completing the Seward Register of Historic Places application form. It is not necessary for the applicant to be the property owner. Anyone can prepare and submit an application to nominate an eligible property for the local register. The attached pamphlet: Where to Find Information on Historic Property in Seward, Alaska will assist in the research portion of the application. An example of a completed application is also attached for reference. Seward Register of Historic Places Application I. Eligibility Criteria A. Has the property attained National Register Status? Contact any of the following to find out if the property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places: * City of Seward, Seward Community Library at (907)224-4007, or e-mail astacygcityofseward.net * Resurrection Bay Historical Society & Museum - (907) 224-3902 * Alaska State Historic Preservation Office/Office of History&Archaeology- (907) 269-8721 * Is the property at least 50 years of age or has it achieved exceptional historical significance within the past 50 years? Seward Register of Historic Places Application Guide 19 Generally, a property must be at least 50 years old to be eligible for the Seward Register of Historic Places. Check with any of the following to determine the age of a property: * Property Owner * Community Development Office * Kenai Peninsula Borough Assessing Department If calling from within the Peninsula 1-800-478-4441 Ext. 433, or KPB Assessing Web Site(www.borough.kenai.ak.us/assessing depth allows you to look up parcels if you have either owner=s name, or tax parcel number. C. Applicable Seward Historic Register Criteria These criteria were developed based on the National Register Criteria, however,the Seward Register is not as strict as the National Register. Most applications will be for property associated with historic events or persons of local, state or national significance. Mark all the criteria that apply to the property. II. Property Information A. Name of Property Enter the name that best reflects the property's historic importance or was commonly used for the property during the period of significance. List additional historic names under Other Names/Site Number. Contact the Resurrection Bay Historical Society, Community Development Office, and State Historic Preservation Office for historic names, and Alaska Heritage Resource Survey number. If there are no known names, or site numbers write N/A in the space. Kenai Peninsula Borough tax parcel number can be obtained from property tax bills and statements,the Community Development Office, or the KPB Assessing Office. B. Location Contact the Community Development Office for the street (physical) address and legal description (lot, block, and subdivision). C. Owner of Property Identify current owner(s) and mailing address. Telephone numbers are optional. Seward Register of Historic Places Application Guide 20 D. Category of Property Building-A building, such as a house,barn, church,hotel,or similar construction,is created principally to shelter any form of human activity. Building may also be used to refer to a historically and functionally related unit, such as a courthouse and j ail or a house and barn. Site-A site is the location of a significant event, a prehistoric or historic occupation or activity, or a building or structure, whether standing, ruined, or vanished, where the location itself possesses historic, cultural, or archeological value regardless of the value of any existing structure. Examples include: hunting & fishing sites, ceremonial sites, ruins of historic buildings & structures, trails, areas of land, cemeteries, designed landscapes, and natural features. Structure-The term structure is used to distinguish from buildings those functional constructions made usually for purposes other than creating human shelter. Examples include: bridges, tunnels, gold dredges, railroad grades, systems of roadways and paths, boats and ships, railroad locomotives and cars, and aircraft. Object- The term object is used to distinguish from buildings and structures those constructions that are primarily artistic in nature or are relatively small in scale and simply constructed. Although it maybe,by nature or design, moveable, an object is associated with a specific setting or environment. Examples include: sculpture, monuments, boundary markers, statuary, and fountains. District - A district possesses a significant concentration, linkage, or continuity of sites, buildings, structures, or objects united historically or aesthetically by plan or physical development. Examples include: college campuses, central business districts, residential areas, commercial areas,large forts,industrial complexes, rural villages, collections of habitation and limited activity sites, and transportation networks. E. Description Seward Register of Historic Places Application Guide 21 Provide a narrative describing the property and any interesting architectural features particular to the structure. Clearly delineate between the original appearance and current appearance. Begin by describing the current appearance of a particular feature. Then describe its original appearance and any changes, noting when the changes occurred. This section may be written in an outline or paragraph format. Following is a guideline for describing buildings, structures and objects: 1. Type or form, such as dwelling, church, or commercial block. 2. Setting, including the placement or arrangement of buildings and other resources, such as in a commercial center or a residential neighborhood. 3. General characteristics: a. Overall shape of plan and arrangement of interior spaces. b. Number of stories. c. Construction materials, such as brick or wood. d. Roof shape, such as gabled, hip, or shed. e. Structural system, such as balloon frame, or post and beam. 4. Specific features: porches, windows, doors, chimney, dormer. 5. Important decorative elements. 6. Significant interior features. 7. Number, type, and location of outbuildings, with dates, if known. 8. Other manmade elements. 9. Alterations or changes to the property, with dates if known 10. Deterioration due to vandalism, neglect, lack of use, or weather. 11. For moved properties: a. Date of move. b. Descriptions of location,orientation,and setting before and after the move. c. Reasons for the move. d. Method of moving. F. Statement and Period of Significance Identify the period of significance. Period of significance is the length of time when Seward Register of Historic Places Application Guide 22 a property was associated with important events, activities,or persons,or attained the characteristics which qualify it for the Seward Register of Historic Places. Explain how the property meets the Seward Register of Historic Places criteria identified at the beginning of the application. Discuss the facts and circumstances in the property's history that led to its importance. Focus on the events, activities, or characteristics that make the property significant. The Resurrection Bay Historical Society and the Seward Historic Preservation Commission may be able to direct your research. Seward Community Library resources that may be of use include: Index to the Seward Gateway, a newspaper 1904-1910 Vol. 1 by Mike Stallings; Buildings of Alaska by Alison Hoagland; and Seward, Alaska, A History of the Gateway City Volumes I, II, & III by Mary Barry. There may be a limited amount of information available from the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey which is maintained by the State Historic Preservation Office. G. Ownership Title History of Property Following are the best ways to find out a properties title history: * Property owner may have a title report. * KPB Assessing Department. - They will need the KPB tax parcel number. * Seward Property Tax Rolls from 1912 - 1965 identifies property ownership and value. These documents are in the City's permanent records room. Ask the City Clerk for entrance. * Seward Recording District/Court (Room 207 City Hall) - Deed Books through 1974 are located in the Seward Court Records Room. Ask a court clerk in Room 207 for a key to the Records Room. Deeds recorded since 1975 are on microfiche in Room 207. The court clerk will show you how to use the material. Begin by checking the General Index to all Index Directory (Deed Index). In the Deed Index grantees and grantors are listed alphabetically for each year. Grantor is the seller and Grantee is the buyer. You need approximate year of exchange and the name of either buyer or seller in order to scroll the Deed Index. H. If approved; may the property be placed on the Historic Walking Tour? This does not mean the property would be open to the community and tourists, it simply means the property's physical description and statement of significance is included in the walking tour. I. Bibliographical References Identify all sources used in documenting and evaluating the property including: Seward Register of Historic Places Application Guide 23 books, journal or magazine articles, interviews, planning documents, historic resource studies or survey reports, census data, newspaper articles, deeds, wills, correspondence, business records, diaries, and other sources. Use a standard bibliographic style such as the following examples: Hoagland,Alison K. Buildings ofAlaska. New York:Oxford University Press, 1993. Barry,Mary J. Seward, Alaska, A History of the Gateway City, Vol Prehistory to 1914. Anchorage, Alaska:M.J.P. Barry, 1986 Guidelines for bibliographical references: * For all printed materials, list the author, full title, location and date of publication and publisher. * For articles, list also the name, volume, and date of the j ournal or magazine. * For unpublished manuscripts, indicate where copies are available. * For interviews, include the date of the interview, name of the interviewer, name and title of the person interviewed, and the location where the tape or transcript is stored. J. Form Prepared By - Self explanatory. Please include your telephone number, and e-mail address. K. Photographs Possible sources for historic photographs include the property owner, Resurrection Bay Historical Society, and the Seward Community Library Museum. III ROUTING REVIEW Mail or drop off your completed application to the City of Seward, Seward Community Library Museum,P.O. Box 2389, 238 Fifth Ave, Seward,AK 99664. Your application will be forwarded to the Resurrection Bay Historical Society for review and comments prior to being presented to the Historic Preservation Commission. You will be contacted if additional information or clarification is needed. Seward Register of Historic Places Application Guide Updated 4/26/2022 KP 24 Exhibit 3 CITY OF SEWARD LOCAL HISTORIC REGISTER APPLICATION FORMAT ** Prior to completing this form please review the Seward Historic Register eligibility criteria -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Name of Property -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- historic name other names/site number -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Location -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- street& number legal description Kenai Peninsula Borough tax parcel number -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Owner of Property -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- name address city state zip telephone -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Category of Property -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- building(s) district site structure obj ect -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Description (Describe the historic and current condition of the property on one or more continuation sheets.) ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 25 -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 6. Significance -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- Applicable Seward Historic Register Criteria (Mark 'Y' in one or more boxes for the criteria qualifying the property for the Seward Historic Register) A. Property is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to our history. B. Property is associated with the lives of persons significant in the past. C. Construction/architecture... D. Property has yielded, or is likely to yield information important in Seward's prehistory or history. Criteria Considerations (Mark'Y' in all the boxes that apply) A. owned by a religious institution or used for religious purposes B. removed from its original location C. a birthplace or a grave D. a cemetery E. a reconstructed building, object, or structure F. a commemorative property G. less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past 50 years Significant Dates Significant Person Cultural Affiliation Architect/Builder Narrative Statement of Significance (Explain the historical significance of the property on one or more continuation sheets). 26 -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 7. Title History of Property -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 8. If approved may the property be placed on the Historic Walking Tour? yes no -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 . Major Bibliographical References (Cite the books, articles, and other sources used in preparing this form on one or more continuation sheets.) --------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 10. Form Prepared By -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- name/title organization date address city -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 11. Photographs (attach one color photograph of the property at the time of application and if available one black &white photograph identifying the property to be at least 50 years old) -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------- 27 Exhibit 4 SEWARD Historic Preservation REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES YEAR LOCATION SOURCE 1995 City Council established the Seward Register for Historic 12/8/2003 CC Minutes Places 1995 Diversion Tunnel at Lowell Creek(built 1940) CC Resolution 1995-105 (National Register 1977) Alaska Central Railway Tunnel 91 (built 1906) located 1995 40 miles north of Seward in the Placer River Valley; CC Resolution 1995-105 rerouted in 1951 National Register 1977 Swetmann House (built 1916) located at 327 Fifth 1995 Avenue CC Resolution 1995-105 (National Register 1978) 1995 Ballaine House (built 1905) located at 437 Third Avenue CC Resolution 1995-105 (National Register 1978) St. Peter's Episcopal Church (built 1906) located at 235 1995 and 239 Second Avenue CC Resolution 1995-105 (National Register 1979) Government Cable House (built 1905) located at 219 1995 Sixth Avenue CC Resolution 1995-105 (National Register 1980) Van Gilder Hotel (built 1916) located at 308 Adams 1995 Street CC Resolution 1995-105 (National Register 1980) Seward Depot(built 1917) aka Railroad Depot located at 1995 501 Railway Avenue CC Resolution 1995-105 (National Register 1987) Brown & Hawkins Store (built 1904) located at 209 1995 Fourth Avenue CC Resolution 1995-105 (National Register 1988) Iditarod Trail (est. 1908); Mile 0 is located in Seward 1995 CC Resolution 1995-105 Diphtheria serum run 1925 Jesse Lee Home (built 1923); operated 1926-1966; 1996 located at 1824 Phoenix Road CC Resolution 1996-015 (National Register 1995) Note:Destroyed 2021 28 SEWARD Historic Preservation REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES YEAR LOCATION SOURCE 1998 Seward Commercial Company (built 1908) located at CC Resolution 0998-019 225 Fourth Avenue 1998 Hoben Park(built 1923) located at 401 Railway Avenue CC Resolution 1998-087 1999 Cameron House (built 1905) aka Romig House located HP Resolution 1999-02 on Millionaire's Row 1999 Holland House (built 1905) located at 417 Third Avenue HP Resolution 1999-06 1999 Stewart House (built 1905) located on Millionaire's Row HP Resolution 1999-07 1999 Ray Building (built 1916) aka Harriman Bank Building HP Resolution 1999-01 located at 500 Adams Street 1999 Johnston Building (built 1930) located north of Jefferson HP Resolution 1999-05 Street 1999 Methodist and Lutheran Church (built 1916) aka HP Resolution 1999-03 Resurrect Art Coffee House located at 302 Church Street 1999 Two Lakes Park(built 1920s) HP Resolution 1999-04 2003 Woodlawn Cemetery (est. 1916) located at Salmon CC Resolution 2003-153 Creek Road and Moat Way 2010 Seward Light& Power Company Intake Building CC Resolution 2010-041 (operated 1923-1950) located high up Lowell Canyon Eide-Stotko House (rebuilt 1918) located at 420 Third 2016 Avenue CC Resolution 2016-019 Note:Destroyed 2017 29 Exhibit 5 fPipSponsored by: Commissioner Benoit r� CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2021-003 A RES01-UTION OF THE SEWARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION C"ONENIISSION OF TIIE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,DEFINING THE 'f RATING CRITERIA SEIaECTION AND THE POTENTIAL LIST OF PROPERTIES TO RECEIVE SIGNS FOR THE CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT (CI,G) GRANT 20005 SEWARD PUBLIC EDUCATION SIGNAL,'E PROJECT 1� WHEREAS,the Seward I Iistoric Prescrvation Commission has received a grant to create a historic walking tour, primarily in Se«ar d's downtown historic district, and to create and place up to 25 interpretive signs related to historic properties. The purpose is to promote understanding and appreciation for Seward's history and to enhance tourism and e4if economy; and WI1 E R E AS,the Seward Historic Preservation Commission sent letters to over 50 historic property owners can the Seward Historic Inventory list and other historic properties to invite them to participate in the Historic Walking Tour and to have an interpretive sign that would be designed, installed and paid for by the grant; and WHEREAS, the Seward Historic Preservation Commission received a tremendous positive response and support for the historic walking tour and interest by property owners to participate; and WHEREAS, the Seward Historic Preservation Commission received more interest from f property owners to receive a sign than funds available from the grant at this time, and 1 WHEREAS, the Seward Historic Preservation Commission developed criteria to rank potential properties; and WHEREAS,the Seward Historic Preservation Commission rated all properties using these criteria and ranked them in order of highest priority to receive a sign based on the highest score; and XVIIEREAS, the Seward Ilistoric Preservation Commission expects to have funding for up to 25 signs but the actual amount cannot h)e determined at this timc as they are based on design time rather than a flat rate. Below is a list oi't}tc top 30 properties, ranked from highest priority to lowest. These owners will receive a sign as funding and their cooperation in the research process allows.Note that some property owners have graciously decided to wait for future binding to allow others to get a sign first and are not shown on this list; and WHEREAS, the Seward Historic Preservation Corrrmission expects that all interested property owners will be included in the tour, which also includes a paper tour map, but only a �Y { 30 HISTORICAL PRESERN"ATION ('[ NIMISSION RESOUF -ION 2021-003 liniitCd nunihcl- Xill get signs at this time due to funding.The commission plans to request a second. grant in the near future. so that all interested property owners can potentially get a sigh over time. WHEREAS, the development of the original Historic Preservation Plan in 1996 vas -purred by C[�ileel'[7 over lircrgressive loss of local historical character, particularly tivI I the dog%ntown area. 11livsical presery ation.. maintaining traditions, and retaining an intangible "sense of place" were identified as important to the citizens of Seward. Communities that prioritize historic preservation can create a linkage to the past that engages and inspires people in Seward's historic prominence, unique location, and accessibility niake it one of the few Alaskan coil)III uriitics with potential to ac.liic%c these goals. NOS),', THERLF0RL, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION C'0N11lISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA that: Section 1. The Seward Historic Preservation Commission rated all properties using these criteria and ranked them in order of highest priority to receive a sign based on the highest score, Points Criteria 7 Is it on the National Register of Historic Places f Is it on our Seward Historic Properties List �' 5 Should it be on our Seward historic properties list but not due to oversight or other special considerations 5 Was it built 1905-1910 5 Was the building or person who lived there significant in Seward's History 4 Was it built 1911-1920 3 Does it have an interesting history that people on the walking tour would like. 3 Does its exterior appearance have reasonable historic integrity 3 Was it built 1921-1930 2 Was it built 1931-1940 1 Was it built 1941-1950 Section 2. The Seward Historic l'rescrvation Uomrnission has crealcd ,I IN ol'the top 30 properties, ranked from highest priority to lowest, Scare sub-score Address Name 29 209 Fourth Brown and Hawkins 28 235 and 239 Second St Peter's church and rectory 2$ 327 Fifth Swetman House � ^ 28 308 Adams Van Gilder Hotel 4 28 501 Railway Train Depot 31 i I, 1 HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2021-003 1� ,f f 26 City Mount Marathon Diversion Dam 'i 22 429 Third Hale (Eugene) House 22 225 Fourth Ave Sea Bean and Sour Dough Lodging 22 417 Third Home 21 227 Fourth Generations 21 318 Second Ave Manthey House 20 313 Sixth Mike Malloy House 19 235 Third Ave Tides Inn 19 400 and 408 Sixth AK Point of View Quonset 19 208 Brownell Home 19 613 Railway Ave Founders Landing Site 19 335 First Brownell Don Carlos house �y 18 302 Church St Resurrect Art Coffee House 17 611 Adams Standard Oil Manager's Rome 17 222 Fourth Ave McMullen Building 16 City-Jefferson and Ballaine Lowell Creek Flume 16 308 Sixth Keating Home 14 232 Fifth Ave Marathon Apartments, previously Henton 13 1 Sixth Ave Seward Library & Museum 'j 13 2 -Kawabe Park Fourth Ave Business district 4 13 3 City Mount Marathon Mount Marathon Race July 4 celebration history 13 4 219 Fourth Ave Orlander Building 13 6 315 Second Ave Home 13 5 304 Second Ave Home l 12 1 300 First Home {� Section 3.This resolution shall take place immediately upon its adoption. } PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 111h day of February, 2 02 1. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Cheryl Seo,C air I I� i 32 HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2021-003 AYES: Pembcrton, Ward, Libbrecht, Benoit, Seese NOES: None ABSENT: Woelkers ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: `.'g,yWCHCpy�p ��'O en Corrigan :'�- C3 ,' ¢"�q, . Acting Deputy City Clerk Cj (City Seal) : SEA.• , ! OF f� 33