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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2020-019
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ADOPTING THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
PRIORITIES FROM FEBRUARY 2020 TO FEBRUARY 2021
WHEREAS,the Historic Preservation Commission's(HPC)responsibilities are listed in
SCC 2.30.325 Powers and Duties;and
WHEREAS, at their November 14, 2019 work session and January 9, 2020 meeting,
HPC reviewed and refined their Priorities and Goals List for 2020.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA that:
Section 1. The following list of priorities and goals for the Historic Preservation
Commission from February 2020 through February 2021 is hereby approved by City
Council:
ANNUAL REPORTING
• Annual report to council
• Annual Certified Local Government (CLG) grant report to the State Historic
Preservation Office(SHPO)
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
• Improve 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
• Review and update Seward Inventory of Historic Sites according to the guidelines for
the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey,with annual review
• Annually submit inventory data to the Offices of History and Archaeology
• Promote and continue to nominate structures and sites to Seward Local Register
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2020-019
• Support the historic Hoben Park and assist with planters
• Track and evaluate the Jesse Lee Home
• Track and monitor the progress of the Fort Raymond Subdivision
• Identify the Ten Most Endangered Historic Properties in Seward
SEWARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN (Updated 2017)
• Promote economic incentives,historical preservation and education
• Promote historic preservation initiatives and projects
• Promote the Historic Overlay District
OTHER COMMISSION TASKS
• Generate ideas, set priorities, and submit an application for consideration for the
CLG grant opportunities that stimulate heritage tourism and cultural awareness
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward,Alaska,this 9th day
of March, 2020.
THE CI -Y O SE WARD,-ALASKA
risty Terry, ayor
AYES: Osenga, Seese, McClure, Butts, Crites, Baclaan, Terry
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: March 9, 2020
To: City Council
From: Historic Preservation Commission
Agenda Item: Resolution Adopting the Historic Preservation Commission (HP) Priorities
from February 2020 to February 2021
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Annually, the Historic Preservation Commission establishes their priorities. The Commission
reviewed and refined their Priority List at the November 14,2019 work session and January 9,2020
meeting.
INTENT:
The intent of this resolution is for council to adopt the 2020 Historic Preservation Commission
Priorities List. The board would like to work with council on achieving these goals.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
Comprehensive Plan (document source here): The Historic Preservation
1. Commission's priorities work towards achieving the goals listed in the X
Seward Comprehensive Plan.
2. Strategic Plan (document source here): X
3. Other (list): X
FISCAL NOTE:
Approved by Finance Department: Yes
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes Not Applicable
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Historic Preservation Commission Priorities From February 2020 To February 2021.
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