Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

Name: Historic Preservation Commission Meeting — Monterey, CA
Start: 2021-02-11T16:00:00
End: 2021-02-11T18:00:00
Location: Monterey, CA

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · February 11, 2021

Agenda Minutes Packet

Minutes

DocuSign Envelope ID: 2920F034-8864-4D33-8206-BCC7288CC29D MINUTES HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Thursday, February 11, 2021 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM TELECONFERENCE MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Members Present: O’Neil, Collum, Dawson, Hambaro (arrived at 4:06 p.m.), Rath, Rodriguez, Smith-Crivello Members Absent: None Staff Members Present: Community Development Director Cole, Interim Principal Planner Roveri, Recording Secretary Cleary, Administrative Assistant Ziel CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Collum called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. Administrative Assistant Ziel provided information on how to participate and provide public comment live during the meeting. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 2. December 10, 2020 Action: Approved as submitted. On a motion by Commissioner O’Neil, seconded by Commissioner Dawson, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approved the December 10, 2020 HPC minutes, by the following vote: AYES: 4 MEMBERS: Collum, Dawson, O’Neil, Smith-Crivello NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Hambaro ABSTAIN: 2 MEMBERS: Rodriguez, Rath RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None Commissioner Hambaro joined the ZoomGov teleconference at 4:06 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS Tony Tollner expressed concerns about the parking improvement project at Monterey High School, including the possibility for removal or destruction of the Carmel stonework, and asked the HPC to become involved with the process. Molly Erickson, on behalf of local residents and preservationists, also shared concerns regarding the parking lot project at Monterey High School, and requested the HPC to protect the City’s historic resources, suggesting various methods of doing so. DocuSign Envelope ID: 2920F034-8864-4D33-8206-BCC7288CC29D Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, February 11, 2021 PUBLIC HEARING 3. Consider 940 W. Franklin Street; Application for a Mills Act Contract (MA-20-0254) and H-2 Historic Zoning (TM-20-0268); Applicant/Owner Christopher Barlow and Julie Barlow-Tilley; R-1-6 Zoning District; Low Density Residential General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15305, Class 5 Action: Approved as submitted. Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions Interim Principal Planner Roveri presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioner questions. Commissioner Rodriguez asked if the City has an active inspection to be sure historic properties are preserved and not changed. Ms. Roveri explained that regulations state there should be a yearly check but Staff resources are limited. Applicant Comments Applicants Christopher and Julie Barlow shared their experience with the house and explained why they feel the site could be designated historic. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments Commissioner Smith-Crivello recused from the item. Commissioner O’Neil complimented the house and spoke in support of approval. Commissioner Rodriguez also spoke in support, complimenting the preservation done at the site. On a motion by Commissioner O’Neil, seconded by Commissioner Rodriguez, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approved applications MA-20- 0254 for a Mills Act Contract and TM-20-0268 for H-2 Historic Zoning at 940 W. Franklin Street: AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Collum, Dawson, Hambaro, O’Neil, Rath, Rodriguez NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 1 MEMBERS: Smith-Crivello PUBLIC APPEARANCE 4. Confirm Annual Appointments for Chair and Vice Chair (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Action: Confirmed Carol O’Neil as Chair and Jerilynn Smith-Crivello as Vice Chair. Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions Interim Principal Planner Roveri presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioner questions. Vice Chair Collum requested to postpone her position as Chair based on lack of computer equipment for virtual meetings, and asked if she could remain Vice Chair in the meantime. Ms. DocuSign Envelope ID: 2920F034-8864-4D33-8206-BCC7288CC29D Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, February 11, 2021 Cole explained the rotating Chair and Vice Chair schedule as adopted by City Council, and mentioned that all members can choose to decline their service. Vice Chair Collum declined to take the position as Chair. Commissioner O’Neil asked if Vice Chair Collum would be next in line for Chair. Ms. Cole confirmed that Vice Chair Collum would remain next in line to serve as Chair. Ms. Cole confirmed Commissioner O’Neil as Chair and Commissioner Crivello as Vice Chair. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments None. On a motion by Commissioner Rodriguez, seconded by Commissioner Dawson, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission confirmed Carol O’Neil as Chair and Jerilynn Smith-Crivello as Vice Chair: AYES: 7 MEMBERS: Collum, Dawson, Hambaro, O’Neil, Rath, Rodriguez, Smith-Crivello NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None 5. Receive Report on Certified Local Government 2019-20 Annual Report (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Action: Report received. Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions Interim Principal Planner Roveri presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioner questions. Commissioner Dawson and Vice Chair O’Neil cited events attended that were not included on the Agenda Report. Roveri stated that the events they attended will be added to the list. Vice Chair Smith-Crivello pointed out a typo on Agenda Packet page 55 regarding when her term expires. Ms. Roveri stated the change would be made. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS 6. Planning Office Update Update received. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Collum requested that the new Commissioners introduce themselves. Commissioners Rath, Hambaro, and Rodriguez shared their professional histories. Smith-Crivello welcomed the new members and encouraged the Commissioners to feel comfortable to share their thoughts and unique points of view. DocuSign Envelope ID: 2920F034-8864-4D33-8206-BCC7288CC29D Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, February 11, 2021 Commissioner Dawson requested that the HPC consider agendizing the Monterey High School project and its Carmel stonework. Chair O’Neil asked if Staff could distribute the Secretary of Interior’s Standards to the Commissioners. Vice Chair Smith-Crivello provided an update on two HPC decisions recently appealed to the Planning Commission. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Fernanda Roveri, AICP Chair Interim Principal Planner Historic Preservation Commission

Agenda

Historic Preservation Commission Commissioners Agenda Cathy Collum, Vice Chair Carole Dawson Regular Meeting Laurie Hambaro Carol O’Neil Thursday, February 11, 2021 Linda Rath Juan P. Rodriguez 4:00 PM Jerilynn Smith-Crivello Teleconference Monterey, California IMPORTANT NOTICE: Pursuant to Governor Newsom's Executive Orders N-29-20 and N-33- 20, and to do all we can to help slow the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), meetings of the Monterey City Council and its Boards and Commissions are being conducted with virtual (electronic) participation only. BEFORE EACH MEETING, members of the public may participate by submitting comment(s) to planning@monterey.org until ½ hour before the start of the meeting. These emails and text messages are shared with the Historic Preservation Commission prior to the start of the meeting, but are not read aloud. All comments become part of the record and are made available online at https://monterey.org/submitted-comments DURING EACH MEETING: Join the ZoomGov Webinar to participate or watch the meeting live (no time delay):  On a computer or smartphone: https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1619610419  Or by telephone: Dial 833-568-8864 (Toll Free) or 669-254-5252 (Campbell, Calif.) o Enter Webinar ID: 161 961 0419 # o If prompted to enter a participant ID, press #  Need more help or seeking guidance on making public comments? Read our ZoomGov Meeting Instructions. Meetings are also streamed live on https://www.youtube.com/user/cityofmonterey (10 second delay) and on Comcast Channel 25 (up to 90 second delay). FIELD TRIP The Historic Preservation Commission will not conduct a field trip to review the February 11, 2021 HPC meeting agenda. For more information, call (831) 646-3885. Date Posted: February 5, 2021. CALL TO ORDER 1. Meeting Procedures PRESENTATIONS 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 2. December 10, 2020 ***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. 3. Consider 940 W. Franklin Street; Application for a Mills Act Contract (MA-20- 0254) and H-2 Historic Zoning (TM-20-0268); Applicant/Owner Christopher Barlow and Julie Barlow-Tilley; R-1-6 Zoning District; Low Density Residential General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15305, Class 5 PUBLIC APPEARANCE PUBLIC APPEARANCE items are reports on action or informational issues that might stimulate public discussion, but that do not require formal noticing as public hearings. You are welcome to offer your comments after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may limit the time allocated to each speaker. 4. Confirm Annual Appointments for Chair and Vice Chair (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) 5. Receive Report on Certified Local Government 2019-20 Annual Report (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) 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. 6. Planning Office Update Historic Preservation Commission 2/11/2021 4:00:00 PM 2 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: (831) 646-3799 FAX: (831) 646-3793 Email: suggest@monterey.org WebPage: http://www.monterey.org The City of Monterey is committed to including the disabled in all of its services, programs and activities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (831) 646- 3935. Notification 30 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II]. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible. For communication-related assistance, 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. MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3885 Historic Preservation Commission 2/11/2021 4:00:00 PM 3

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