Historic Preservation Commission
Regular MeetingIdaho Falls, ID · April 1, 2021
Minutes
IDAHO FALLS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
Thursday, April 1, 2021
12:00 p.m., Annex Conference Room
And WebEx
Minutes
Members Present: Christopher White (Vice Chair), Hereschell Mynarcik, Kim Smith, Carrie Athay
Also Present: CDS Assistant Director Kerry Beutler, Planner Anas Almassrahy, Planner Caitlin Long
Meeting Called to Order: Christopher called the meeting to order at 12:04 p.m.
Minutes: Hereschell made a motion to approve the minutes from March 4, 2021. Kim seconded the motion and it
passed unanimously.
Comprehensive Plan Project: Kerry informed the group that Brad had sent out an email to the group and asked if there
was an update. Hereschell stated that he has read up to about the 1900’s. No further group discussion or update.
Historic Preservation Plan: No current updates.
New Member Discussion: Brad stated that he has met with Julie Anglesey, Tasha Taylor, and Katie (last name not
recalled) and informed the group that all three were very impressive and passionate. Katie would fit the group from a
professionally trained background. Brad said he would support all three to the Mayor with the Commissions approval.
The Commission agreed to all three being added to the Historic Preservation Commission. Brad stated that he would
send a memo to the Mayor to get them appointed.
Roundtable: Hereschell gave the Commission an update on two historic properties that have been purchased in the
area. Carrie gave an update stating that the Funland Commission was continuing work on that project and letting the
Commission know that all the rides need to be refurbished and that they are hoping to open by 2022.
Meeting Adjourned at 12:22 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted
Ann Peterson, Recording Secretary
Agenda
IDAHO FALLS
HISTORIC
PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
IDAHO FALLS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Thursday, April 1, 2021
12:00 pm
WebEx and City Hall Annex Conference Room
680 Park Avenue
AND via WebEx
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Minutes: March 4, 2020
3. Follow up on Comprehensive Plan Project
4. Historic Preservation Plan Update
5. New Member Discussion
6. Roundtable Discussion
Because Idaho will be in Stage 3 of Rebound Idaho which permits gatherings of 50 or less, the doors will be open to the
public. However, because social distancing is still required seating will be extremely limited and alternative methods of
participation are still highly encouraged. Idaho Falls believes in public participation and has identified at least three methods
of participation.
1. Email: Public comments may be shared with the Historic Preservation Commission via email at
kbeutler@idahofallsidaho.gov. Emails or other written testimony must be received no later than 11:00 a.m. on
the Thursday of the meeting.
2. Live Meeting Attendance: Members of the public wishing to participate in a live meeting that has been legally
noticed for this agenda may do so remotely through the WebEx meeting platform with a phone or a computer.
This platform will allow citizens to provide testimony at the appropriate time. Those desiring meeting access may
send a valid and accurate email address to apeterson@idahofallsidaho.gov no later than 11:00 a.m. on March 4th so
log-in information can be sent to you prior to the meeting OR follow this link which will also access the meeting:
https://tinyurl.com/IFHPC4121
To assure completion of the agenda, the Chairperson may impose reasonable time limits on the statements and evidence given.
Individual members of the Planning Commission should not be contacted outside the formal hearing process. Public hearing
items are subject to change. If you have interest in a specific item, please contact the Planning Office at 612-8799. Staff reports
are available by 3:00 p.m. the Friday prior to the public hearing. If you wish to receive a copy of the staff report, please call 612-
8799 after 3:00 p.m. or email apeterson@idahofallsidaho.gov . If you need communication aids or services or other physical
accommodations to participate or access this meeting or program of the City of Idaho Falls, you may contact Ann Peterson at
612-8799 or the Grants Administrator, Lisa Farris at 612-8323 and every effort will be made to adequately meet your needs.
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