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Seward Historic Preservation Commission
July 18, 2007
Regular Meeting
6:30 p.rn.
City Council Chambers
Shannon Kovac
Chair
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1.
2.
Tom Swann
Vice-Chair
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Meredith Hershock
Commissioner
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3.
4.
Greg Carpenter
Commissioner
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Jolund Luther
Commissioner
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Linda Lasota
Commissioner
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Vacant
Commissioner
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5.
Phillip Oates
City Manager
Vacant
Planner
Donna Glenz
Planning Assistant
Anne Bailey
Executive Liaison
Call to Order
Opening Ceremony
A.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Special Reports
A. City Administration Report
B. Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations
1. Friends of the Jesse Lee Home update-Swann
2. Railcar update - Swann
3. Website Updates - Kovac
4. Hoben Park - Karin Sturdy
5. Alaska Nellie update - Carpenter
6. Seward Historical Site Inventory update - Kovac
7. WW II bunkers - Water intake building
Citizens' Comments on Agenda Items Not Scheduled for
Public Hearing and Other Items Not Included on the
Agenda. [Those who have signed in will be given the first
opportunity to speak. Time is limited to 2 minutes per
speaker and 30 minutes total time for this agenda item)
Historic Preservation Commission
July 18, 2007
Regular Meeting Agenda
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6. 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 Commissioner so requests. In the event of such a request, the item is returned to the
Regular Agenda.]
7. Public Hearings [Limit comments to 5 minutes. Those who have signed in will be given the
first opportunity to speak] - None
8. Unfinished Business
A. Resolution 2007-03 establishing application procedures and eligibility criteria for
nominations to a Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register; and forwarding a proposed
Ordinance to the Seward City Council to create a Seward Historic Plant & Tree
Register .......................................................................................................... Page 3
9. New Business
A. Schedule a work session to review and update the 2007/2008 Historic Preservation
Priority List ................................................................................................. Page 13
B. Discuss and recommend the City Manager gift the donated William H Seward Cigar
Bands to the Seward MuseU1ll ..................................................................... Page 15
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C.
April 18, 2007 Historic Preservation Regular Meeting Minutes ................. Page 18
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D.
May 16, 2007 Historic Preservation Regular Meeting Minutes .................. Page 23
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E.
June 20, 2007 Historic Preservation Regular Meeting Minutes .................. Page 28
10. Informational Items and Reports (No action required)
A. July 2007 Heritage Newsletter ..................................................................... Page 33
11. Commission Comments
12. Citrzens' Comments [Limit to 5 minutes per individual - Each individual has one
opportunity to speak]
13. Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments
14. Adjournmeat
Historic Preservation Commission
July 18, 2007
Regular Meeting Agenda
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Sponsored by: Staff
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2007-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD mSTORlC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION, ESTABLISHING APPLICATION PROCEDURES
AND ELIGIBIILITY CRITERIA FOR NOMINATIONS TO A
SEWARD mSTORlC PLANT & TREE REGISTER; AND
FORWARDING A PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE SEWARD
CITY COUNCIL TO CREATE A SEWARD mSTORlC PLANT &
TREE REGISTER
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of the Historic Preservation Commission to
work toward the continuing education of citizens regarding local historic preservation
and community history; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register is proposed to preserve
and recognize the significant plants and trees in our community; and
WHEREAS, the goals of the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register are to
recognize and designate individual plants and trees with Community significance,
educate the public about the history, promote appreciation and public awareness and to
document and recognize in order to foster the willingness to protect those plants and trees
as part of Seward's heritage and provide a valuable historic resource; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register will mirror the Seward
Register of Historic Places.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Historic Preservation
Commission that:
Section 1. The following procedure will be used to nominate a plant or tree to
the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register:
1. Obtain an application (sample attached) and cover letter from the City
Community Development Department, Seward Museum or Community
Library.
2. Submit final application to Seward Historic Preservation Commission for
approval and recommendation to City Council.
3. The City Council will add the plant or tree to the local register by
resolution.
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Seward Historic Preservation Commission
Resolution 2007-03
Section 2. To be eligible for Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register
consideration, the plant or tree must meet the following criteria:
1. Is located between Caines Head in Resurrection Bay and the head of
Kenai Lake.
2. Designated as significant on the basis of its importance to Seward's
history by being incorporated in one or more of the following categories:
a. Specimen: A tree or a plant of exceptional size, form, or unusual or
rare traits.
b. Historic: A tree or plant recognized by virtue of its age, its association
with or contribution to an historic structure or district, or its
association with a noted person or historic event.
c. Landmark: A tree or plant that is a landmark of the community.
d. Collection: A tree or plant in a notable grove, avenue or other planting.
e. Commemorative: A plant or tree planted to commemorate a person or
event.
Section 3. The attached proposed ordinance creating a Seward Historic Plant
& Tree Register is forwarded to the City Council for introduction and adoption.
Section 4.
The resolution shall take effect immediately upon enactment.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Historic Preservation Commission
this 18th day of July, 2007.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ShannonKov~,Chairman
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis
y
Sponsored by: Historic Preservation Commission
Introduction Date:
Public Hearing Date:
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCn... OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA ESTABLISHING RESOLUTION 2007-03,
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of the Historic Preservation Commission to
work toward the continuing education of Seward's citizens regarding local historic
preservation and community history; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register is proposed to preserve
and recognize the significant plants and trees in our community; and
WHEREAS, the goals of the Seward Historic Plant & tree Register are to
recognize and designate individual plants or trees with Community significance, educate
the public about the history, promote appreciation and public awareness and to document
and recognize in order to foster the willingness to protect those plants and trees as part of
Seward's heritage and provide a valuable historic resource; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register will mirror the Seward
Register of Historic Places.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Historic Preservation
Commission that:
Section 1.
follows:
Seward City Code Chapter 15.15.025 is hereby created to read as
15.15.025 Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register established.
A. A Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register is hereby established to
provide for public recognition of local plants and trees worthy of preservation.
B. Criteria for selection and placement on the Seward Historic Plant
& Tree Register shall be set by resolution of the Historic Preservation
Commission.
C. The Historic Preservation Commission shall recommend
nominations to the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register to the City Council.
D. Nominations to the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register shall be
approved by resolution of the City Council.
Section 2.
This ordinance shall take effect ten (10) days following its enactment.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE NO.
ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, this day of, .
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Vanta Schafer
Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Agenda Statement
Meeting Date:
July 18, 2007
To:
Historic Preservation Commission
Planning Assistant Donna Glenz JRje.,vf
Through:
From:
Executive Liaison Anne Bailey
Agenda Item:
Resolution 2007-03 for a Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register increases public awareness about the
important contribution of Seward's locally significant trees and plants to Seward's
history and heritage. It provides and encourages the preservation of these assets and
provides the public with a valuable historic resource
Since 2005, the Historic Preservation Commission has discussed creating a Seward
Historic Plant & Tree Register. Numerous work sessions have been held discussing the
merit of the project, developing a program to recognize and designate trees and plants of
local historic significance and to discuss the application process. On May 22, 2006
Council approved Resolution 2006-059, supporting the Historic Preservation
Commission Project to research and develop a local register of Historic Trees and Plants.
The Historic Preservation Commission continues to create a Seward Historic Plant &
Tree Register providing a valuable historic resource to the community. This program
mirrors the Seward Register of Historic Places.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Yes No
1. Comprehensive Plan (2020)
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The City of Seward Comprehensive Plan encourages preservation of historic landscaping
and supports the Historic Preservation Commission's efforts to raise public awareness
regarding the inventory of local historic properties; those properties listed local, state and
national registers; and benefits of placing properties on these registers (pages 29-30). The
Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register strives to meet these plans set out by the City.
Hopefully, once the public becomes aware of the local trees and plants and their
significance to the community, it will encourage preservation and the desire to protect
these assets for years to come.
2. Strategic Plan (1999)
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The City of Seward Strategic Plan supports the Historic Preservation Commission's
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efforts to raise public awareness regarding local historic property (page 13).
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Resolution 2007-03 Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register.
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Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register
What is the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register?
The Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register was established by Seward City Council
Ordinance No. 06-_ to increase public awareness of Seward's locally significant plants
and trees. This program promotes community appreciation of natural and cultural
resources, and encourages the preservation of these assets. In addition, the research and
documentation that result from completing the local register application provides a
valuable historic resource. Please note, there is nothing regulatory about being listed
on the Seward Historic Plant and Tree Register. Placement on the register does not
place any restrictions or limitations on a property.
Historic plants and trees are those individual and groups of plants that have been
designated as significant on the basis of their importance to Seward's history. They need
not be found within the Seward city limits, but must be located between Caines Head in
Resurrection Bay and the head of Kenai Lake. Plants may be acknowledged due to their
inclusion in a landscape, or association with a significant event or person. A noteworthy
plant may be identified as a specimen, landmark, collection or commemorative. For a
plant or tree to be considered for inclusion to the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register,
it must satisfY at least one of the following criteria:
A. The plant or tree is associated with events that have made a significant
contribution to the broad pattern of Seward history.
B. The plant or tree is associated with the life of a person or group of historic
significance.
C. The plant or tree represents a significant and distinguishable entity within a
community or location.
D. The plant or tree has age, size, or species significance that contributes to its
heritage status.
To nominate a tree or plant, complete the attached application form. The applicant need
not be the owner of the property where the plant is located. Once the application has been
submitted, it will be forwarded to the Seward Historic Preservation Commission. For
assistance, contact the City of Seward's Community Development office, 907-224-4048.
Complete application forms may be sent to:
City of Seward
Community Development
PO Box 167
Seward, AK 99664
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CITY OF SEWARD
HISTORIC PLANT & TREE REGISTER APPLICATION
Prior to completing this form, please review the Seward Historic Plant & Tree Register eligibility
criteria listed on the application cover sheet.
1. Name of Plant/Tree
Scientific name
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Commonly used name
2. Location (submit site map oflocation)
Street address
Directions to Plant!free
Legal description
Kenai Peninsula Borough tax parcel number
GPS Location
3. Ownership and Protection Status
Present Owner of property where plant/tree is located
Mailing address
City
State
Zip
Email
Telephone
Does the present owner support the nomination of this plant? If so, submit a letter of support from
the owner. If not, please explain.
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Check the current protection measures in place at time of nomination. Submit documentation if
applicable.
4. Category of PlantJTree
speCImen
historic
landmark
collection
commemorative
5. Description of PlantJTree
Age
Date planted (ifknown)
Circumference
Height
Crown
Color
Health and Condition
Has this plant been transplanted? _ Yes
No
If yes, explain.
6. Significance
Seward Historic PlantJTree Register Criteria (Check one or more of the criteria qualifYing the
plant/tree for inclusion in the Seward Historic Plant Register)
A. The plant/tree (or group of plants) is associated with events that have made a
significant contribution to the broad pattern of Seward's history.
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_ B. The plant/tree (or group of plants) is associated with the life ofaperson or group
of historic significance.
_ C. The plant/tree (or group of plants) represents a significant and distinguishable
entity within Seward's community or location.
_ D. The plant/tree (or group of plants) has an age, size, or species significance that
contributes to its heritage status.
Narrative Statement of Significance Explain the historical significance of the plant/tree on one or
more continuation sheets.
7. If approved, may the plant/tree be placed on the Historic Walking Tour?_ Yes _No
8. Major Bibliographical References Cite the books, articles, and other sources used in preparing
this fonn on one or more continuation sheets.
9. Form Prepared By
Name/title
Organization
Date
Address
City/State/Zip
Phone
email
11. Photographs & Supporting Documentation
Attach current and historic photographs (maximum of five). All photographs must be identified
and dated. Press releases and articles may also be submitted.
12. Submit application to:
City of Seward
Community Development
PO Box 167
Seward, AK 99664
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Historic Preservation
Priorities list
June - 2005
The following list of priorities was updated and discussed at the June 15,2005 work session.
The statements following the titles are notes and plans of action from the meeting.
Public Outreach
1. Historic Preservation Website - needs updating, work on the Seward register
sites
2. The First Friday Fireside Historical Lecture Series - Keep on list and work on
bringing back to the public in a few years.
3. The National Park ServicelUS Forest Service Multi-Agency Facility -
Continue to monitor and present a strong voice during the design phase of the
project.
4. The National Historic Preservation Week - Continue to participate and plan
celebrations for the recognition of H.P.Week. The scope of the activities will
very from year to year, but the activity needs to be identified many months in
advance.
5. Seward Annual Historic Preservation Award - Continue to select an
outstanding award winner each year. Bring the plaque in City Hail up to date.
Historic Structures & Sites
1. The Jesse Lee Home needs rehabilitation. - Continue to work with other
organizations for funding. Accomplish getting the support of Council by having
the Jesse Lee Home added to the City's list of priorities. Tom Swann will
spearhead.
2. Hoben Park has been approved for historic reconstruction by Council. - The
Commission continues to support and is willing to assist with this project. Greg
Carpenter will spearhead and provide an update at the July 27, meeting.
3. Historic Iditarod Trail - Continue to support and monitor the project. Greg
Carpenter will provide an update to the Commission at the July 27,2005 meeting.
4. D J Johnston, Geographic Name Nomination - Swann and Carpenter
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Historic Preservation Plan
1. Seward Historic Preservation Plan - The plan needs to be reviewed and updated.
Other Required Tasks
1. Establish and maintain a basic working inventory of cultural resources in the
local area, compatible with the Alaska Herita2e Resources Survey and
annually provide new data to the Offices of History and Archaeology. CLG
Historic Preservation Program, State Guidelines Pg. 3. Shannon Kovac selected
to work on this project.
2. Survey and inventory community historic architectural and archaeological
resources within the community. - The list of Seward sites needs to be updated
3. Set priorities for the DNR grant application.
Requested additions to the 2006 Priorities List
1. Alaska Flag Day presentation,
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Historic Preservation
Agenda Statement
Through:
Historic Preservation Commission .vf
Donna Glenz, Planning AssistanU}.& i
Meeting Date:
July 18, 2007
To:
From:
Anne Bailey, Executive Liaison
Agenda Item:
Discuss and recommend the City Manager gift the donated
William H Seward Cigar Bands to the Seward Museum
BACKGROUND & mSTIFICATION:
In January 2007, Mr. Michael Shipman of Coatsville, PA sent as a gift to the Historic
Preservation Commission, William H Seward Cigar Bands. The City does not currently
have the means to protect and house these historical treasures.
Staff recommends these cigar bands be gifted these to the Seward Museum for
preservation and historical purposes. Staff further recommends a letter of thanks be sent
to Mr. Shipman for his generosity and his effort to preserve a piece of Seward's history.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Yes No
1. Comprehensive Plan (2020)
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The City of Seward Comprehensive Plan encourages the recognition, rehabilitation and
preservation of, prehistoric and historic sites, transportation routed, trails, buildings and
artifacts (page 29).
2. Strategic Plan (1999)
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The City of Seward Strategic Plan supports the Historic Preservation Commission's
efforts to raise public awareness regarding local historic property (page 13).
RECOMMENDATION:
The Commission discuss and approve a motion to recommend the City of Seward gift the
William H Seward Cigar Bands to the Seward Museum and send a letter of thanks from
the Commission to Mr. Shipman for his generosity and effort to preserve a piece of
Seward's history.
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Call to Order
The April 18, 2007 regular meeting of the Seward Historic Preservation Commission was
called to order at 6:35 p.m. by Chair Shannon Kovac.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Hershock led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Roll Call
There were present: Chair Shannon Kovac presiding, and
Linda Lasota
Shannon Huber
Tom Swann
Meredith Hershock
comprising a quorum of the Commission; and
Scott William, Planner
Christy Terry, Executive Liaison
Absent were- Greg Carpenter
Jolund Luther
City Administration Report
Planner Scott Williams reported on the following items: Nothing to report.
Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations
Friends of the Jesse Lee Home -Tom Swann
Swann reported the next meeting ofthe Friends of the Jesse Lee Home would be tomorrow.
He stated the official report of the recent lobbying trip would be presented and the Friends would be
in Seward selling Alaska State flags on the 4th of July and on Alaska Flag Day as a fund raiser.
Flag Anniversary Celebration - Tom Swann
Swann reported the Friends of the Jesse Lee Home were planning a float for the 4th of July
and Swann hoped to use the float again for Alaska Flag Day. He would discuss this item at
tomorrow's meeting and bring back to the Commission.
Seward Historical Site Inventory - Update
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Kovac advocated for a work session to assign tasks. She noted this project needed more then
one Commissioner.
Historic Preservation Commission Web site - Meredith Hershock
Hershock stated the best idea may be to create a new website due to the problems with
updating the current website and control issues.
Lasota suggested asking A VTEC students to update Website in connection with their
website class.
Historic Trees and Plants - Status
Swann noted the documentation supporting the application needed to be expanded.
Kovac stated she would examine and give an update next month.
Alaska Nellie's - Greg Carpenter
Swann stated there were questions about Alaska Nellie's home being placed on the National
Registry .
Carpenter would report back to Commission.
Citizens' Comments on Any Subject Except Those Items Scheduled For Public Hearing-
None.
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion (SwannnIubery
Approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion Passed
Unanimous Consent
Items approved on the Consent Agenda:
March 21, 2007 Historic Preservation Regular Meeting Minutes
Public Hearing - None.
New Business
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Resolution 2007-02, selecting "Making Preservation Work" focusing on a Tree Walk and
encouraging business window displays as the Commission projects for National Historic
Preservation Month May 2007
Motion (SwannlLasota)
Approve Resolution 2007-02
Motion Passed
Unanimous Consent
Select Annual Historic Preservation Award Recipient
Motion (SwannlLasota)
Discuss all three candidates
Swann noted the unwritten rule that sitting Commissioners have not received the award.
Kovac announced there were two other applications for the award, one for AI11y Ireland for
her work at Alaska Nellie.
Swann explained he nominated AI11y Ireland and described her performance.
Kovac named the second nominee, Kerry Kline, for her restoration work at the Episcopal
Church.
Lastota stated Kline was able to restore about 6 inches per day. She continued to describe the
delicate process of restoration. Lasota noted the importance of the building on the Historic
Registration.
Swann reminded the Commission that the Congregation of the Episcopal Church received
this award last year.
The Commission closed the nominations and voted on the award winner.
Ballots were distributed to the Commission; votes were placed and ballots picked up by the
clerk. The clerk read the votes as follows: Kerry Kline 3 and Amy Ireland 2.
Motion (SwannlHuber)
Select Kerry Kline as
Historic Preservation
Award winner.
the 2007
Annual
Motion Passed
Unanimous Consent
Lasota and Huber volunteered to help with the Historic Site Inventory.
Kovac noted she would assign a block at a time.
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Discuss and appoint a Commissioner to attend the Regular Council Meeting on April 23, 2007
to accept the Proclamation for Historic Preservation Month
Kovac told Commission that she would be unable to attend on the 23rd. She asked the
Commission if anyone would go.
Swann volWlteered to attend.
Schedule a work session on the registry of places
After Commission discussion, a work session was set for May 9tb upstairs at noon.
Williams noted Staff was moving forward with Hoben Park projects.
Kovac requested a monthly update on Hoben Park from Karin Sturdy.
Swann asked the next agenda have Greg Carpenter assigned to Hoben Park.
Kovac asked Commission to inform her of information for next month's agenda. Kovac
would work with Glenz.
Swann stated someone on the Commission should be involved with the railcar process.
He had emailed the Chamber to become involved.
Kovac asked Swann to keep the Commission informed of meetings.
Swann listed Wlder reports for Railcar.
Informational Items - (No action required)-
Yarborough Correspondence
Chugach National Forest Centennial Celebration Birch Bark Basket Making Workshop
Commission Comments-
Kovac thanked Williams and Terry for their hard work and wished them good luck.
Williams stated he was headed home.
Commission stated they would miss Williams.
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The meeting was adjourned at 7:03 p.m.
Christy Terry
Executive Liaison
Shannon Kovac
Chair
(City Seal)
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Call to Order
The May 16, 2007 regular meeting of the Seward Historic Preservation Commission was
called to order at 6:35 p.m. by Chair Shannon Kovac.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Carpenter led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Roll Call
There were present: Chair Shannon Kovac presiding, and
Greg Carpenter
Shannon Huber
Tom Swann
Linda Lasota
Jolund Luther
comprising a quorum of the Commission; and
Donna Glenz, Planning Assistant
Christy Terry, Engineering Executive Assistant
Absent were~ Meredith Hershock
Special Reports
City Administration Report
Planning Assistant Donna Glenz reported on the following items:
. Thanked Christy Terry for acting as tonight's parliamentarian.
. Noted the City of Seward continued to advertise for an Executive Liaison.
. The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the rezone for the
Library/Museum project.
. Introduced New City Manager Phillip Oates.
City Manger Phillip Oates thanked the Commissioners for their service on the Historic
Preservation Commission.
Mark Luttrell Presentation - Archaeological Monitoring of ADOTPF Seward Highway Project
in Historic Downtown Seward, Alaska
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Luttrell gave an overview of the process for SHPO to review projects. He then described the
process specific to the Seward Highway Project. Luttrell reported on what artifacts were found. He
described the artifacts he brought to the Commission and passed around a 'brownie' bottle. Luttrell
described the photo documentation in the report and shared points of interest.
In response to Lasota, Luttrell noted he kept the artifacts until he was notified otherwise.
Kovac noted the City had gifted the artifacts from the SeaLife Center project to the Chugiak.
Museum.
In response to Luther, Luttrell noted his report would be given to SHPO for future researchers
to review.
Commission recessed from 7:10-7:15.
Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations
Friends of the Jesse Lee Home update-Swann
Swann stated that the State budget included one million dollars for the Friends of the Jesse
Lee Home and would continue to keep it included in the budget.
Flag Anniversary Celebration - Swann
Swann said the Friends of the Jesse Lee Home had nothing planned for Seward but the annual
shindig was planned for Alaska Children Services in Anchorage.
Sturdy requested representation from Commission to attend annual presentation at Jesse Lee
Memorial on July 9th.
Railcar update - Swann
Swann stated the Chamber was working on this project and had formed a task force.
Chamber was looking for input and trying to follow through on some ideas. Swann discussed a few
ideas for the rail car including the possibility to sell the railcar as is. Swann stated that the railcar sat
in the setbacks and rights-of-way. The task force would be taking ideas to examine feasibility.
Another meeting would be held in June. Swann noted the structural problems were normal for a 50
year old railcar. Current variance allows railcar but does not allow generation of revenue.
Kovac asked Swann to notify Commission of meeting.
Lasota stated she worked on the Railcar preservation Committee for 5 years. A plan was
developed to modify the railcar, but not implemented.
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Website Updates - Staff
Glenz updated the Commission on the progress of the City intern on the Historic Preservation
Website. Glenz stated the website was accessible now and maintained by local staff Glenz asked the
Commission to review the web site and report issues to her as soon as possible. Glenz noted the MIS
department was in the process of hiring an intern staff to work on the City Website and Historic
Preservation Website. Glenz clarified another 'book' could be added to the website oflocal historic
sites. Glenz noted MIS staff could coordinate with Hershock for updates.
Hoben Park - Staff
Glenz updated Commission with Sturdy's report. Final RFP was completed and would be
distributed this week for bids. Once RFP awarded, Sturdy would monitor installation of guardrail
and fencing. Sturdy was working with SeaLife Center staff to install interpretive panel in
conjunction with plaza updates. Glenz suggested the fountain be added to a work session or to the
June agenda.
Alaska Nellie update - Carpenter
Carpenter noted he would be conducting a site visit on May 23'" and would take pictures.
Carpenter researched the site on the internet on the historic site status.
Seward Historical Site Inventory update - Kovac
Kovac noted a work session was scheduled.
Commission relayed their progress and concerns with the Historical Site Inventory.
Kovac requested the Commission report back and see if there was a need for a further work
session.
WW II bunkers - Water intake building - Huber & Carpenter
Huber stated now that the snow had melted she would take noted and measurements. Last fall
SHPO assigned a site number and Huber would send proper documentation.
Kovac and Swann would like to have this site placed on the local registry.
Citizens' Comments on Any Subject Except Those Items Scheduled For Public Hearing -
None.
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
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~otion(SwannnIube~
Approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda
~otion Passed
Unanimous Consent
Public Hearing - None.
Unfinished Business-
Update on Historic Preservation ~onth activates. "~aking Preservation Work" focusing on a
Tree Walk and encouraging business window displays as the Commission projects for National
Historic Preservation ~onth ~ay
Kovac announced this Saturday Carol Griswold would lead the plant and tree walk from the
library at 1 :OOPM. Kovac would help the library with their window display. She noted flyers were
included in the display.
Lasota noted Brown and Hawkins would have a window display.
Discussion of the final draft of the application procedures and eligibility criteria for
nomination to a Seward Register of Historic Plants and Trees
Kovac referred to the paperwork and asked if there were any changes additions or comments.
Luther recalled that he was prepared to go ahead.
Lasota agreed.
Kovac asked that this be on the June agenda for recommendation to Council.
New Business- None.
Informational Items - (No action required) -
LuttreD Report _ Archaeological ~onitoring of ADOTPF Seward Highway Project in Historic
Downtown Seward, Alaska
Congratulations from the State of Alaska, office of Governor Sarah Palin
Annual Certified Local Government Report for 2006 presented to Judith Bittner, Alaska
Office of History and Archaeology
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May 16, 2007
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Commission Comments-
Swann wondered if there could be a work session for the Hoben Park Fountain Grant.
input.
Kovac responded that was probably necessary and noted an email from Sturdy of wanting
By General Consensus a work session was set for June 1st at noon in the upstairs
conference room to discuss Hoben Park.
Commission asked staff to invite Sturdy.
Swann noted his pride in the Commission.
Kovac thanked staff.
Luther stated that there had been a discussion at last work session about cemetery and
records. Luther requested that this information be placed on website. Luther explained websites he
had found other places. Luther would like this to go on the agenda for Commission's consideration
to set up structure and getting public comments.
Glenz discussed how to put ideas on agenda.
Luther requested this item be placed on a future agenda as a discussion item.
In response to Lasota, Glenz noted Kline would receive a letter from the city, her name on a
plaque as the 2007 award winner and City Council would present her with proclamation.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:52 p.m.
Anne Bailey
Executive Liaison
Shannon Kovac
Chair
(City Seal)
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Call to Order
The June 20, 2007 regular meeting of the Seward Historic Preservation Commission was
called to order at 6:34 p.m. by Chair Shannon Kovac.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Carpenter led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Roll Call
There were present: Chair Shannon Kovac presiding, and
Greg Carpenter
Jolund Luther
Linda Lasota
Tom Swann
comprising a quorum of the Commission; and
Donna Glenz, Planning Assistant
Anne Bailey, Executive Liaison
Absent were- Meredith Hershock Shannon Huber
Special Reports
City Administration Report
Planning Assistant Donna Glenz reported on the following items:
. Introduced Anne Bailey as the new Executive Liaison.
. City Manager, Mayor and a Council Member were in DC meeting with the Corps
of Engineers and would return on Friday.
. The City Manager would be holding a public meeting on the L TCF on June 22 at
noon.
. Apologized for not having the resolution and ordinance ready on the Historic
Trees and Plants. Staff would try to place this item in the July agenda.
. Karin Sturdy was in attendance to discuss Hoben Park and Seward's Flag Day
Ceremony.
In Response to Lasota, Glenz noted the Commission had developed the application and
criteria, but staff still had to work to develop a resolution for the Historic Preservation
Commission and an ordinance for Council to approve.
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Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations
Friends of the Jesse Lee Home update- Swann
Swann confirmed the Jesse Lee Home's 1 million was incorporated with the Department of
Natural Resources into the capital budget.
Flag Anniversary Celebration - Swann
Parks and Recreation Director Karin Sturdy gave an update on the July 9, 2007 celebrations
for Alaska Flag Day. Items included a proclamation from the Mayor, picnic and encouraging citizens
to wear blue and gold.
Swann stated he would ask someone from the Friends of Jesse Lee Home to speak at the
ceremonies.
Kovac requested the Commission be notified by email with the flyer and if there were and
schedule changes.
Railcar update - Swann - None
Website Updates - Kovac
In response to Commissions questions, Glenz replied that the Historic Preservation Website
was not yet linked to the new City website.
Kovac requested the Commission submit their updates and changes for the website to Staff
by July 9th,
Hoben Park - Karin Sturdy
Sturdy stated the fence projects were: 1. Fabricate and install the guard rail, 2. Take the old
fence and clean, straighten and install it and 3. Fabricate new fence portions replicating the old fence
and install. She stated the bid deadline was next Wednesday.
In response to Sturdy's request for help with the fountain proposal, Kovac stated she and
Swann could write up approximate dimensions of the basin by July 9th.
Sturdy state she was optimistic about the fence and pessimistic about the fountain grant
deadline, September 30th. She might ask for an extension of take the SeaLife Centers offer.
Glenz state the City of Seward did not have a fully executed grant for this because it had
never been accepted by Council.
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The Commission requested Sturdy contact the SeaLife Center regarding the status of their
projects in the Hoben Park area.
Alaska Nellie update - Carpenter
Carpenter stated he collected pictures of the site.
In response to Kovac, Carpenter stated he would contact the owners and give an update at the
next meeting.
Seward Historical Site Inventory update - Kovac
Luther stated he has not had time since the last meeting.
Kovac reviewed sections for the Historical Site Inventory List. Kovac has number 1-43;
Swann has 44-60; Huber has 61-90; Carpenter has 91-125; Luther has 126-159; Lasota has 160-the
end of the list. The Commission could discuss at the next meeting.
WW II bunkers - Water intake building - Huber & Carpenter
Kovac stated that Huber was moving, but would try to be at the next meeting to assist with
the Historic Site Inventory.
Citizens' Comments on Any Subject Except Those Items Scheduled For Public Hearing - None
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion (Swann/Carpenter)
Approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion Passed
Unanimous Consent
Special Items-
Election of Chair and Vice Chair
Kovac opened the nomination for Chair.
Motion (Carpenter/Swann)
Nominate Shannon Kovac as
Historic Preservation Chair
Motion Passed
Unanimous Consent
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Kovac opened the nomination for Vice-Chair.
Motion (CarpenterlLasota)
Nominate Tom Swann as Historic
Preservation Vice-Chair
Motion Passed
Unanimous Consent
Public Hearing - None
Unfinished Business-
Resolution 2007 03 establishing applieation proeedares and eligibility enteria fer nsmiBatisBs ts a
Seward R-egister Elf Loea! Histone Trees and PlaBt5; and forwarding a preposed oFdinanee te the
Se\'f8:fd City COl:lOOil to er~lite Ii Seward Register ofLsea! Histone Plants IUld Trees. (Removed
from the agenda due to lack of staff preparation time, forwarded to July 18,2007 agenda]
New Business-
Discussion of Seward Cemeteries with Kerry Martin
Kovac informed the Commission of a cemetery walk tomorrow night at 10:30 p.m. and
introduced Kerry Martin.
Martin updated the Commission on the history, ownership and records kept on the Seward
cemeteries.
Commissions, staff and Martin discussed issues surrounding the cemeteries.
Informational Items - (No action required) -
Heritage Newsletter, June 1, 2007 issue
Commission Comments- None
Citizens' Comments-
Martin congratulated the Commission on all their hard work and progress on local historic
projects.
Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments- None
The meeting was adjourned to a work session at 7:32 p.m.
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Executive Liaison
(City Seal)
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Chair
Heritage Newsletter
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State of Alaska> Natural Resources > Parks and Outdoor Recreation > History and Archaeology
Heritage Newsletter
July 1, 2007
IN THIS ISSUE
o House and Senate recommend increases in FY 2008 for historic preservation_programs
o Jesse Lee HQD1~eceives_funds to start stabilization
o Army seeks public comments on Nlke SJteS!"!mmit
o Five FinQer Lighthouse on U.S. postaQe stamp
o Heritaill! slIl:>scrigtion information
o Preservation calendar
House and Senate recommend increases in FY 2008 budget for historic preservation pro'
The House of Representatives voted on June 27 to appropriate $45 million for State Historic Presel
Offices, $6.5 million for Tribal Historic Preservation Offices, $20 million for Save America's Treasur
million for Preserve America.
The Senate Appropriations Committee voted to recommend the Senate appropriate $39 million for
Preservation Offices, $6 million for Tribal Historic Preservation Offices, $30 million for Save Americ
and $5 million for Preserve America. The funds for Preserve America would be from the National P
and Recreation Fund which also funds National Heritage Areas.
President Bush recommended level funding in his 2008 budget for Historic Preservation Fund progl
administration's proposal was $37.2 million for State Historic Preservation Officers, $5.5 million fOI
Historic Preservation Offices, $8 million for Save America's Treasures, and $5 million for Preserve,
budget added a $4 million appropriation for grants to make inventories more accessible.
Jesse Lee Home receives funds to start stabilization
The Jesse Lee Home in Seward will benefit from a $1 million grant from the State of Alaska this ye
stabilization of the two buildings that still stand. The home provided shelter and education for hun.
young Alaskans, particularly Native children after the diphtheria epidemic in 1918-1919. The first:
Home was at Unalaska, and in 1925 the institution moved to Seward where it operated into the E
Thirteen-year old Benny Benson, who won the contest to design Alaska's flag in 1927, lived at the
property is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. A group, Friends of Jesse Lee Home, io
the preservation project. They are investigating restoring the buildings and opening a charter schc
leadership academy training for young people from around the state. The City of Seward currently
buildings.
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Army seeks publiC comments on Nike Site Summit
The Army has prepared an environmental assessment for Nike Site Summit at Anchorage's Arctic \
War missile site that operated from 1959 until 1979. The site is listed in the National Register of H
The Army is recommending preservation of fourteen structures, including one of three radar dome
two missile launch and storage facilities. Thirteen structures would be demolished, including the b,
building. The public comment period is open until July 13. For more information about the assessrr
to comment contact Judy Bittner (907.269.8721 or oha@alaska.net).
Five Finger Lighthouse on U.S. postage stamp
A new series of U.s. postage stamps features five Pacific lighthouses, one of which is Alaska's Five
Lighthouse. The Alaska light, 65 miles south of Juneau is listed in the National Register of Historic
Juneau Lighthouse Association owns the buildings and is working to restore them. The association
Day of Sale reception in Juneau on June 21st and had for sale a commemorative envelope with thl
artwork by Brenda Schwartz. If you are interested in obtaining one of the envelopes contact Jennil
President, Juneau Lighthouse Association, 907.364.3632 or jla@688@hotmail.com. The other light
series are at Gray's Harbor, Washington, Umpqua River, Oregon, George's Reef, California, and Di
Hawaii.
Heritage subscription Information
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Department of Natural Resources. Please send your comments, suggestions, and information via e
joa@dnr.state.ak.us, mail to 550 West 7th Ave., Suite 1310, Anchorage, Alaska 99501-3565, or tE
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Preservation Calendar
AUGUST
. August 8-12 _ Joint Siberian-Alaskan Research Group on Russian America: Third International S
Conference on Russian America, Irkutsk, Russia ( Dave McMahan, 907.269.8723 or
dave_mcmahan@dnr.state.ak.us or http://home.gci.net/~sncnuka/JSARGRA/index.html)
. August 15 _ American Heritage Home Trust grant application deadline (360.754.1455 or
johnsonel@peoplepc.com)
. August 27 _ Alaska Historical Commission, Anchorage, AK (Jo Antonson, 907.269.8714 or
jo.antonson@alaska.gov)
SEPTEMBER
. September 5-8 _ American Association for State and Local History annual meeting: Relevance: 1
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Line, Atlanta, GA (Karla Nicholson, 615-320-3203 or nicholson@aa!;;lh.org)
· September 7-11 - National Scenic and Historic Trails 11th Conference, Duluth, MN (Gary Wernel
608.249.7870 or nattralls@aol.com)
· September 24-25 - National Preservation Institute workshop: Section 106: An Introduction, Anc
(National Preservation Institute, 703.765.0100 or info@npi.org)
· September 24-28 - Preserving Aboriginal Heritage: Technical and Traditional Approaches sympo
Canada ( www.cel-ice.gc.ca/sympOSiu m/ingex_e .aspx)
· September 27-28 National Preservation Institute workshop: Identification and Management of T
Cultural Places, Anchorage, AK (National Preservation Institute, 703.765.0100 or info@npi.org)
· September 27-29 - Alaska Historical Society and Museums Alaska annual meetings, Homer, AK
Beggs, 907-235-8635 or info@pri;lttmuseum.org)
OCTOBER
· October 1 - Alaska Humanities Forum General Grant Program application deadline (Greg Kimura
907.272.5308 or gw.kimura@akhf.org)
· October 2-6 - National Trust for Historic Preservation annual conference: Preservation Matters!,
(National Trust, conference@nthp.org or 202.588.6095)
· October 2-7 - Council of Geographic Names Authorities in the United States annual meeting. Le)
Wayne Furr, 405.364.7278 or twfurr@cogna50usa.org)
· October 3-6 - Western History Association 47th annual meeting: Crossroads of the West: Meetir
Exchanges, Old and New, Oklahoma City, OK (WHA, 505-277-5234 or whi:l@unrn.edu)
· October 4-6 - Gender and Archaeology annual conference, Las Vegas, NV (Lisa Frink, lisafrink@1
· October 8-12 - National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (NATHPO) 9th annual
Palm Springs, CA (info@n(jthpo.org)
· October 9-12 - Eighth Maritime Heritage Conference, San Diego, CA (Kevin Sheehan, Maritime ~
San Diego, 619-234-9153 or librarian@sdmaritime.org)
· October 17-20 - Tradition Building Exhibition and Conference, New Orleans, LA (Restore Media,
trad itiona I build i ngsovv@restoremedla.com)
· October 27-November 17 - Seminar for Historical Administration, Indianapolis, IN (Bob Beatty, I
or beattY@ilaslh.org)
NOVEMBER
· November 7-9 - National Historic Tax Credit Conference, Washington, DC (Institute for Professic
Executive Development, Inc., 202.331.9230 or www.ipedinc.net )
· November 28-December 2 - American Anthropological Association annual confere,nce, Washingtt
(http://www.aaanet.org/mtgs/mtgs.htm )
2008
· January 9-12 - Society for Historical Archaeology conference on historical and underwater archa
Albuquerque, NM (http://www.sha.org/default.htm) .
. February 28-March 1 - Alaska Anthropological Association 35th annual meeting, Anchorage, AK
Wheeler, http://www.sha.orgjdefault.htm) .. . .,
. March 6-8 - Sixth National Forum on Historic Preservation Practice: A Cntlcal Examination of Ch,
Impermanent and Intangible in Preservation, Towson, MD (David L. Ames, 302.831.1050 or
davames@udel.edu) . .
. March 25-29 - Society for Applied Anthropology annual meetl~g,. MemphiS, TN . .
(http://www.sfaa.net/sfaa20Q8.html) April 7-13 American ASSOCiation of PhYSical Anthropologists.
meeting, Columbus, OH (http://www.physanth.orgl) .
. Apri/17-20 - Society for Military History 75th annual meeting, Ogden, UT
(www.weber.edu/History/WhatsHappening/SMH2008.html)
· May 28-31 - Northwest Archivists annual meeting, Anchorage, AK (Arlene ~chmuland, 907-786-
arlene@uaa.alaska.edu) June 29-July 4 World Archaeological Congress, Dublin, Ireland
(http://www. worldarchaeologicalcongress.org/site/news_wac6.php). ,
. July 15-23 - 16th World Congress of the International Union of Anthropological and Ethnological
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