Historic Preservation Commission Meeting - May 21, 2024
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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting - May 21, 2024
The Historic Preservation Commission met on May 21, 2024, at 5:01 PM. The meeting began with roll call and the approval of minutes with a correction. The commission discussed several upcoming events and training initiatives, including a realtor workshop, a neon sign workshop, and options for commissioner training. No public hearings were held.
Consent Calendar
- Excuse Members: Motion to excuse Mr. Huff, Mr. Bruckner, and Dr. Fisher from the meeting passed unanimously.
- Minutes Approval: The minutes from the previous meeting were approved with a correction to the name "Connect to Culture" (no spaces). Motion by Dr. Mounts, seconded by Miss Titar, passed unanimously.
Public Comments & Testimony
- None.
Discussion Items
- Council Presentation Update: Staff reported a positive reception from the City Council, with comments from Gary Shaw regarding early historic preservation efforts and coloring books for schools. A potential bike tour collaboration with Bikewalk Joplin was mentioned for future Preservation Month activities.
- Realtor Training Workshop: The subcommittee reported progress on a realtor workshop planned for October. The Ogar building will host the event, with Elizabeth Rosen as a potential speaker. The morning session will be a general seminar, and the afternoon will target the realtor leadership team for deeper training. A survey was sent to assess knowledge gaps. The budget includes $5,000 for the speaker; staff will seek additional quotes to document fair cost.
- Huff Workshop: Progress on a workshop with Mr. Huff has been slow; likely not to occur this year. Alternative local contractors with historic preservation experience may be brought in to assist.
- Neon Signs / Downtown Now Event: A downtown signage workshop is scheduled for June 26th, 5:00-6:30 PM, at 611 South Main. Speakers from Fossil Forge (Lee's Summit) will discuss best practices for downtown signage. Staff plans to create mock-ups of sign applications according to city standards. Discussion included possible assistance from sign shops or using library laser cutters.
- Commissioner Training Options: Staff proposed that commissioners consider attending the Missouri Main Street Conference (July 29-31 in Kansas City) instead of the Missouri Preservation Conference, due to a preservation track and location concerns. The CLG Camp training in Jefferson City is also an option. Staff will gather details on all three options and send to commissioners.
Key Outcomes
- Minutes approved with correction (unanimous).
- Realtor workshop planning to proceed with October target; staff to secure additional bids for speaker.
- Huff workshop deferred; alternative resources to be explored.
- Downtown signage event confirmed for June 26; staff to develop mock-ups.
- Commissioner training options to be circulated via email; no final decision.
- Adjournment at the end of business.
Meeting Transcript
Call to order the Historic Preservation Commission meeting for Tuesday, May 21st, 2024 at 501 p.m. Roll call, please. Ms. Hallbach. Present. Ms. Brent Council. Present. Doctor Fisher. Present. Mr. Bright there. Mr. or Dr. Mellon. Present. Ms. Dart. Present. Mr. Hmmard. Present. Good job, babe. Is that a correct? All right. I oh, I was trying to remember what Keenan Cortez said last night when he would ask for a motion, so I could say that, but now I can't remember. Um, I'll entertain a motion that we excuse Mr. Huff, Mr. Bruckner, and Dr. Fisher from today's meeting. So moved. Second. Motion made by Ms. Hans, seconded by Miss Frankowski. All in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Nope. Uh all right. We have the minutes, which we can just review now. Thomas did offer to send them out to us. Um, but they're not super long, so I thought we could just that was my mistake. I had many deadlines, including a last minute meeting trying to bring another relief group in uh Friday, and I did not send out the minutes. The good news is they're coming. So we'll be here next week. Also, while you were reviewing, I'm obligated to tell you that we're under a tornado watch in the event that there is a warning. We'll be going to the basement. Please use the stairs unless unable to, in which case use the elevator, and we'll remain there until the warning clears. Okay, I was just going to ask you. Um, like, will we hear the siren in here if it goes off?
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