Kendall County Historic Preservation Commission met, April 16.
Here is the minutes provided by the Commission:
Call to Order
Chairwoman Heiman called the meeting to order at 6:36 p.m.
Roll Call Present:
Kristine Heiman, Melissa Maye, and Jeff Wehrli Absent: Elizabeth Flowers Also present: Matt Asselmeier, Senior Planner In the audience: None
Approval of Agenda
Mr. Wehrli made a motion, seconded by Ms. Maye, to approve the agenda as presented. With a voice vote of three ayes, the motion carried.
Approval of Minutes
Mr. Wehrli made a motion, seconded by Ms. Maye, to approve the minutes from the March 19, 2018, meeting. With a voice vote of three ayes, the motion carried.
Chairman’s Report None
Public Comment Mr. Asselmeier reported that the proclamation of Historic Preservation Month will be presented at the May 1st County Board meeting. Several Commissioners will attend this meeting at 6:00 p.m.
New Business
Comments Under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act on Proposed Antennas at 610 Tower Lane, Yorkville, IL Mr. Asselmeier reported that the proposed antennas would be located on the water tower at the subject property. The subject property is inside the United City of Yorkville.
Commissioners had no comments on the proposal. Mr. Asselmeier will inform the requestor that the Commission had no comments at this time.
Old Business
Discussion of Participation in Community Events Discussion occurred regarding having a booth at the Kendall County Fair. Chairwoman Heiman reported that Ms. Flowers spoke with the Fair and said that the Commission could get an indoor booth, but that traffic counts could vary due to weather. Staffing the booth the entire time is an issue.
Approval of Booth and Fee for Prairie Expo Village June 14-17, 2018 Mr. Asselmeier reported that he had not heard from any group willing to partner with the Commission. Chapel on the Green did not want to partner this year. Ms. Maye will see if she can get another picture to raffle at the event. Mr. Asselmeier will try to get updated aerials. The 1939 aerials will also be displayed. Mr. Wehrli was in favor of assisting with setup and takedown.
Mr. Wehrli made a motion, seconded by Mr. Maye, to have booth space and pay the rental fee in the amount of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($250) at Prairie Fest on June 16th only and to request a better booth location.
Ayes (3): Heiman, Maye, and Wehrli
Nays (0): None
Absent (1): Flowers
The motion carried.
The Commission will work on the logistics at next month’s meeting.
Mr. Wehrli suggested getting a picture of the only landmark designated house with their plaque.
Approval of a Letter to the Editor RE: Historic Preservation Ms. Maye made a motion, seconded by Mr. Wehrli, to approve the letter with the date changed to April 17th remove the reference to other groups participating with the Commission, and correct the date and time of Commission meetings. With a voice vote of three ayes, the motion carried.
Review and Recommendation on Historic Preservation Ordinance Ms. Maye reported that she contacted Leslie Johnson in the State’s Attorney’s Office and they will meet to discuss the Historic Preservation Ordinance. Ms. Maye will report back to the Commission.
Millbrook Bridge Update Mr. Asselmeier reported that no update existed at this time; the Forest Preserve is still waiting on the Corps of Engineers. Discussion occurred about the Forest Preserve considering changing their scope of proposal regarding the piers in the river. The Commission will continue to track this project.
Correspondence None
Public Comment
Mr. Asselmeier reported that County is reviewing its solar panel regulations.
Chairwoman Heiman will send a letter to the new Executive Director of the Farnsworth House.
Adjournment
Mr. Wehrli made a motion, seconded by Ms. Maye, to adjourn. With a voice vote of three ayes, the motion carried. The Historic Preservation Commission adjourned at 7:01 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted, Matthew H. Asselmeier, AICP Senior Planner
https://www.co.kendall.il.us/wp-content/uploads/Historic-Preservation-Minutes-4-16-18-Approved.pdf
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