Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · May 9, 2013
Minutes
MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Thursday, May 9, 2013
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
FEW MEMORIAL HALL OF RECORDS, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA
Commissioners Present: Palminteri, Barlow, McLain, O’Brien, O'Neil, Petty
Commissioners Absent: Fletcher
Staff Members Present: Principal Planner Caraker, Senior Associate Planner Hopper,
Recording Secretary Halabi
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Palminteri called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm.
CONSENT ITEMS
On a motion by Commissioner O'Neil, seconded by Commissioner McLain, and carried
by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approve the CONSENT
ITEMS:
AYES: 6 COMMISSIONERS: Palminteri, Barlow, McLain, O’Brien, O'Neil, Petty
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Fletcher
ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
Approval of Minutes
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ACTION: Approved as amended.
Commissioner O’Neil requested that the minutes reflect her opposition in the first vote for
item #4.
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
PUBLIC HEARING
2. Recommend that the City Council Exclude 296 Lighthouse Avenue and 398 Pine
Street from the New Monterey Reconnaissance Survey List
ACTION: Recommend that the City Council Exclude 296 Lighthouse Avenue and
398 Pine Street from the New Monterey Reconnaissance Survey List
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Staff Presentation/Commissioner Comments:
Christine Hopper presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioners’
questions.
Applicant:
No applicant present.
Public Comments:
None.
Commissioner Comments:
Commissioner Petty recommended discussing each item separately to allow greater
clarity and enable each property to be considered on their separate merits. The
Commission concurred.
296 Lighthouse Avenue:
Commissioner Petty made a motion to recommend that the City Council exclude 296
Lighthouse Avenue from the New Monterey Reconnaissance Survey List. Commissioner
Barlow seconded the motion.
On a motion by Commissioner Petty, seconded by Commissioner Barlow, and carried by
the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission recommend that the City
Council exclude 296 Lighthouse Avenue from the New Monterey Reconnaissance
Survey List
AYES: 6 COMMISSIONERS: Palminteri, Barlow, McLain, O’Brien, O'Neil, Petty
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Fletcher
ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
398 Pine Street:
Chair Palminteri made a motion to recommend that the City Council exclude 398 Pine Street
from the New Monterey Reconnaissance Survey List. Commissioner O’Brien seconded the
motion.
On a motion by Commissioner Palminteri, seconded by Commissioner O’Brien, and carried by
the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission recommend that the City Council
exclude 398 Pine Street from the New Monterey Reconnaissance Survey List.
AYES: 6 COMMISSIONERS: Palminteri, Barlow, McLain, O’Brien, O'Neil, Petty
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Fletcher
ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
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3. Consider 426 Alvarado Street; Historic Permit 11-318 for Exterior Alterations;
Applicant Sam Phillips; Property Owner Alpha Beta Investors; C-2-H2 Zoning
District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements
ACTION: Adopted a Resolution approving Historic Permit 11-318 for Exterior
Alterations.
Staff Presentation/Commissioner Comments:
Christine Hopper presented the Agenda Report and answered commissioners’ questions.
Applicant:
Sam Phillips, Ausonio Incorporated, said the owners would likely entertain the idea of
placing a plaque, to highlight the historic nature of the building, in the alcove. Mr. Phillips
said the painting and façade would be finalized in the next week.
Public Comments:
Sharon Dwight, New Monterey Neighborhood Association President, expressed concern
about the minimal exterior lighting on the building.
Commissioner Comments:
Commissioner O’Brien said she supports the project and the addition to Alvarado Street.
Commissioner O’Neil made motion to adopt a Resolution approving Historic Permit 11-
318 for exterior alterations. Commissioner McClain seconded the motion.
On a motion by Commissioner O’Niel , seconded by Commissioner McClain , and carried
by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission adopted a Resolution
approving Historic Permit 11-318 for Exterior Alterations.
AYES: 6 COMMISSIONERS: Palminteri, Barlow, McLain, O’Brien, O'Neil, Petty
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Fletcher
ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Chair Palminteri said the Alliance of Monterey Area Preservationists series on cultural
landscapes was fantastic.
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
Ms. Hopper said staff is revisiting the New Monterey Context Statement to review
properties classified as eclectic. She said staff plans to hire Architectural Resources
Group (ARG) to make revisions, incorporate an additional 15 primary records and make
updates. Ms. Hopper said in the event modifications are made, the update will return to
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the commission for review.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 4:50 pm.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved,
Elizabeth Caraker, AICP Chair
Principal Planner Historic Preservation Commission
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Agenda
Historic Preservation Commission Commissioners
Agenda Merritt Palminteri, Chair
Daniel Fletcher, Vice Chair
Regular Meeting Christopher Barlow
Virginia McLain
Thursday, May 9, 2013 Jean O’Brien
Few Memorial Hall of Records Carol O’Neil
Council Chambers 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Bob Petty
580 Pacific Street
Monterey, California
FIELD TRIP
The Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) will conduct a field trip on Monday, May 6,
2013, to review the Thursday, May 9, 2013, HPC Agenda. The HPC will depart for the field
from behind Colton Hall at 4:00 PM. For information call (831) 646-3886. Date Posted: April
5, 2013
CALL TO ORDER
CONSENT ITEMS
CONSENT ITEMS allow for a review of those items recommended for approval on consent or
recommended to be continued, tabled or withdrawn, etc. Consent items consist of those items
which are routine and for which a staff recommendation has been prepared. A member of the
public or a Commissioner may request that an item recommended for approval on consent be
heard on the regular agenda for further discussion.
Approval of Minutes
1. April 11, 2013
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS. At this time, the public may speak for a maximum of three minutes on any
subject which is within the jurisdiction of the Monterey Historic Preservation Commission and
which is not on the agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention of the
Commission may do so during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation to the
Commission, City Hall, Monterey, CA 93940. Public Comments are taken during the afternoon
session and continued at the evening session. Individuals may choose to speak once for up to
three minutes at either session, but not both.
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARINGS are required by law for certain actions. You are welcome to offer your
comments after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may limit the time allocated to each
speaker. Project representation is encouraged.
2. Recommend that the City Council Exclude 296 Lighthouse Avenue and 398 Pine
Street from the New Monterey Reconnaissance Survey List
3. Consider 426 Alvarado Street; Historic Permit 11-318 for Exterior Alterations;
Applicant Sam Phillips; Property Owner Alpha Beta Investors; C-2-H2 Zoning
District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
COMMISSIONERS may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement or make a
brief report on his or her activities. In addition, a Commissioner may provide a referral to staff or
other resources for factual information, request staff to report back to the body at a subsequent
meeting concerning any City matter, or direct staff to place a request to agendize a matter of
business on a future agenda. (G.C. 54954.2)
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS supply information on activities or
announcements and may request clarification or direction regarding the scheduling of meetings
and study sessions.
4. New Monterey Historic Context Statement Update
ADJOURNMENT
ADJOURNMENT— The general policy of the Historic Preservation Commission is that the Afternoon
Session will end no later than 6:30 p.m. Any public agenda items that have not been completed within
the designated adjournment time may be formally extended by the Commission, or continued to the
next regularly scheduled Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, or continued to a Special Meeting.
Agenda packets may be reviewed by the public in the Monterey Public Library, in the Planning Office,
or on the web at http://www.monterey.org/ beginning late Friday afternoon prior to the date of the
meeting.
Members of the public have the right to address the Commission on any Agenda items. The Chair will
formally open the floor for public comment. However, if you wish to speak to items during "Consent
Agenda" or "Staff Informational Report," please advise the staff or the Chair prior to the action on that
item and you will be recognized. Notification as much in advance as possible is appreciated.
Information distributed to the Commission at the meeting becomes part of the public record. A copy of
written material, pictures, etc. should be provided to the Secretary for this purpose.
Historic Preservation Commission decisions may be appealed within ten (10) days from the date of the
decision on forms available in the Planning Division during business hours. When the tenth day falls
on a weekend or a holiday, the appeal deadline date is the next working day following the holiday or
weekend. For more agenda information, call the Planning Office at 831/646-3885.
CITY OF MONTEREY'S 24-HOUR SUGGESTION HOTLINES:
Voicemail: 646-3799
FAX: 646-3793
Email: suggest@ci.monterey.ca.us
WebPage: http://www.monterey.org
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activities. For disabled access to the City, dial 711 to use the California Relay Service (CRS)
to speak to City offices. CRS offers free text-to-speech, speech-to-speech, and Spanish-
language services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you require a hearing amplification
device to attend a meeting, dial 711 to use CRS to talk to the City Clerk's Office at (831) 646-
3935 to coordinate use of a device or for information on an agenda.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CITY HALL
May 14 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 15 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
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May 16 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
May 21 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
May 22 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM
May 22 Oversight Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
May 23 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 23 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
May 27 Colton Hall Museum Cultural Art Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 27 City Holiday, City Offices Closed - 8:00 AM
May 28 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 29 Council Study Session, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Jun 4 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Jun 5 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 11 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 13 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 13 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 13 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Jun 18 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Jun 19 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3885
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