HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes2022-001 - HPC Priorities 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 Sewaid 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 28th day of January, 2022.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
(4
Cheryl Se e, C air
AYES: LeMaster, Ward, Benoit, Seese
NOES: None
ABSENT: Walker, Libbrecht
ABSTAIN: None
VACANT: One
ATTEST:
renda J. Ball , MMC
City Clerk ,,,,,,,,,,
.°J Ofi
(City it40 P�RgT.�°Q0 '•o
• i SEAL
! ••
t
OF .°°°