Kendall County Historic Preservation Commission met Feb. 21.
Here is the minutes provided by the Commission:
Call To Order
Chairwoman Heiman called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
KCHPC Roll Call And Introductions
Present: Kristine Heiman, Elizabeth Flowers, and Jeff Wehrli
Absent: Melissa Maye
Also present: Matt Asselmeier, Senior Planner, Mike Bortel, Leif Hendrickson, David Hagen, Joan Hardekopf, Janet Blue, Shirley Riis, Beverly Case, Deena Boatman, Howard Manthi, Deb Peterson, Leon Liss, Bethany Salmon, Sarah Slaith, Jeanne Valentine, Candice Hadley, Kara Kohn, Shelly Augustine, Jonathan Proulx, Jayne Bernhard, Lisa DiChiera, Greg Peerbolte, Jason Engberg, and Leigh Anne Scorghton
Welcoming Remarks
Chairwoman Heiman welcomed everyone to the meeting.
Presentation By The Village Of Plainfield On Their Historic Preservation Efforts
Jonathan Proulx, Mike Bortel, and Leif Hendrickson presented information on the historic preservation efforts of the Village of Plainfield; see attached presentation. Mr. Bortel provided a booklet from the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions; they will be having an event in Kankakee in 2019. Mr. Proulx advocated that communities celebrate successes.
Update On Federal And State Historic Incentives
Lisa DiChiera from Landmarks Illinois provided an update on federal and state historic incentives; see attached presentation. Ms. DiChiera said that the State has a website honoring Illinois’ bicentennial; the website has a spot where communities can publicize their events. She also explained Landmark Illinois’ quarterly grant program.
Roundtable Discussion
The Farnsworth House will be replacing a piece of glass when the water recedes. They open the first weekend of April. They are searching for a new executive director.
The Chapel of the Green reported that a local man is researching local buildings and showcasing them on Facebook. They are also working on weddings and are replacing the front steps of the chapel. Landmarks Illinois encouraged them to apply for a grant from Landmarks Illinois for their work on the chapel.
Representatives from Plainfield asked if there was anything in Oswego related to Levi Arnold. The representative from Oswego will investigate the matter.
The representative from Ferndell discussed their improvements.
The representative from Millington discussed preserving their blacksmith’s shop. The representative from Plainfield offered his assistance. Landmarks Illinois recommended an intergovernmental between Kendall County and Millington for historic preservation services. Landmarks Illinois also offered to post information about the blacksmith shop on Landmarks Illinois’ social media pages and website. Historic easements were also discussed.
Oswego is still having trouble getting quorums for their Historic Preservation Commission meetings. They are worried about losing CLG status. Landmarks Illinois suggested reaching out to local American Planning Association and American Landscape Architects members to see if they would like to serve on the Oswego Historic Preservation Commission.
Yorkville discussed their downtown form based code zoning efforts and streetscape plans in the downtown area.
They are also working on a traditional design neighborhood manual and façade program.
Oswego Library discussed their urban barn and genealogical group.
Joliet Museum discussed the Joliet prison site and Route 66 story.
City of Joliet discussed the composition of the Joliet Historic Preservation Commission. They hope to landmark one (1) property in the coming year and survey one (1) area. They are working on a walking tour.
Joliet also hoped to update their rules and regulations and generate neighborhood excitement. Discussion occurred regarding urban conservation districts.
Chairwoman Heiman announced a vacancy on the Historic Preservation Commission. Chairwoman Heiman said that the Commission was open to partnering with other organizations for community events similar to
PrairieFest.
Commissioner Wehrli said that the possibility existed that the Millbrook Bridge will be demolished. A public comment meeting will occur in the near future. Also, the Historic Preservation Commission previously had a booth at the Kendall County Fair and showcased the current and 1939 aerials of the County.
Discussion Of Future Meeting(s)
None
Other Business
None
Public Comment
None
Adjournment
Chairwoman Heiman thanked everyone for attending. Without objection, Chairwoman Heiman adjourned the
Historic Preservation Commission meeting at 8:50 p.m.
https://www.co.kendall.il.us/wp-content/uploads/Historic-Preservation-Minutes-2-21-18-Approved-Complete.pdf
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