Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

Name: Historic Preservation Commission Meeting — Monterey, CA
Start: 2021-07-29T16:00:00
End: 2021-07-29T18:00:00
Location: Monterey, CA

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · July 29, 2021

Agenda Minutes Packet

Minutes

DocuSign Envelope ID: B427B157-B219-4286-9728-C9F3AC2A1ECE MINUTES HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Thursday, July 29, 2021 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM TELECONFERENCE MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Members Present: O’Neil, Smith-Crivello, Collum, Dawson, Hambaro, Rath Members Absent: Rodriguez Staff Members Present: Community Development Director Cole, Senior Associate Planner Schmidt, Associate Planner Sabdo, Recording Secretary Cleary 1. Meeting Procedures CALL TO ORDER Chair O’Neil called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 2. July 08, 2021 Action: Approved as submitted. On a motion by Vice Chair Smith-Crivello, seconded by Commissioner Dawson, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approved the July 08, 2021 HPC minutes as submitted, by the following vote: AYES: 5 MEMBERS: O’Neil, Smith-Crivello, Collum, Dawson, Hambaro NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Rodriguez ABSTAIN: 1 MEMBERS: Rath RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS None. PUBLIC HEARING 3. Consider 951 Belden Street; Application HP-21-0078 to Remove the Property from the New Monterey Historic Context Statement and Reconnaissance Survey List; Applicant/Owner Robert Winkleblack; R-3-5 Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Designation; Exempt from CEQA Requirements per Article 19, Section 15305, Class 5 ACTION: Approved application HP-21-0078 to remove the property at 951 Belden Street from the New Monterey Historic Context Statement and Reconnaissance Survey List. DocuSign Envelope ID: B427B157-B219-4286-9728-C9F3AC2A1ECE Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, July 29, 2021 Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Associate Planner Sabdo presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioner questions. Commissioner Dawson identified a typo on Agenda Packet page 24, Figure 1 of Exhibit A, suggesting the word inches should be replaced with the word feet. Commissioner Dawson stated that the house has been greatly modified over the years and is in poor condition. Vice Chair Smith-Crivello spoke in favor of removal, suggesting that multiple properties on the block have declined, new plans in the area would be an improvement, and the property has no historical value or significance. Applicant Comments Applicant Robert Winkleblack was present to answer questions. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments Commissioner Rath agreed that the house is not historical in nature because of modifications and other criteria not being met. Chair O’Neil agreed and specified that the modifications seem to have occurred through the 1960s, which would take it out of the post-war period. On a motion by Vice Chair Smith-Crivello, seconded by Commissioner Collum, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approved application HP-21- 0078 to remove the property at 951 Belden Street from the New Monterey Historic Context Statement and Reconnaissance Survey List: O’Neil, Smith-Crivello, Collum, Dawson, Hambaro, AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Rath NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Rodriguez ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None 4. Consider 999 Belden Street; Application HP-21-0079 to Remove the Property from the New Monterey Historic Context Statement and Reconnaissance Survey List; Applicant/Owner Robert Winkleblack; R-3-5 Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Designation; Exempt from CEQA Requirements per Article 19, Section 15305, Class 5 ACTION: Continued to August 12, 2021. Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Associate Planner Sabdo presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioner questions. Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes Thursday July 29, 2021 2 DocuSign Envelope ID: B427B157-B219-4286-9728-C9F3AC2A1ECE Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, July 29, 2021 Chair O’Neil asked if the garage and shed are considered part of the historic property. Ms. Sabdo explained that the whole of the property was considered in the intensive survey but the sheds were not. Applicant Comments Applicant Robert Winkleblack was present to answer questions. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments Chair O’Neil spoke opposed approval, stating that the California Register of Historical Resources identifies association with historical events, patterns, and trends as a qualifying criteria, adding that Monterey’s growth after World War II when the house was constructed is specified as a trend in the Reconnaissance survey. Commissioner Dawson agreed. Commissioner Hambaro spoke in support of approval, suggesting the house does not have any defining characteristics to make it important to the history or character of Monterey. Chair O’Neil said the house is indicative of post-war development in support of the Presidio’s growth. Vice Chair Smith-Crivello agreed with Commissioner Hambaro, suggesting the property is surrounded with deteriorated buildings. Chair O’Neil stated that whether it is in a downtrodden neighborhood does not indicate whether the house itself has historical integrity. Commissioner Rath concurred with Chair O’Neil, saying many houses have been lost due to new construction. Commissioner Dawson added that Dr. Kirk’s report indicates the property maintains its integrity. Commissioner Hambaro spoke in favor of approval, highlighting the importance of documenting potentially historic sites with photographs rather than keeping every deteriorating house in Monterey. Chair O’Neil stated that HPC just voted to demolish a house next door, suggesting that every house is not saved but certain houses representative of a certain time or period can be saved. Commissioner Hambaro suggested that this particular house may not be necessary to retain since there are photographs of it and it may not be worth investing in as a property owner. Commissioner Dawson asked what happens if the vote is tied. Ms. Cole explained that the action to remove the property will have not been approved and the property would remain on the list. On a motion by Commissioner Hambaro, seconded by Commissioner Collum, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approved application HP-21- 0079 to remove the property at 999 Belden Street from the New Monterey Historic Context Statement and Reconnaissance Survey List: AYES: 3 MEMBERS: Smith-Crivello, Collum, Hambaro NOES: 3 MEMBERS: O’Neil, Dawson, Rath ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Rodriguez ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes Thursday July 29, 2021 3 DocuSign Envelope ID: B427B157-B219-4286-9728-C9F3AC2A1ECE Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, July 29, 2021 Ms. Cole stated that the motion failed to pass and instructed that a second motion may be made. Vice Chair Smith-Crivello stated that HPC has recently fought for unique and usable properties with decisions not supported by the Planning Commission when appealed, and suggested this property might not be approved if it is appealed to Council. On a motion by Commissioner Collum, seconded by Commissioner Dawson, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission continued this item to August 12, 2021: AYES: 6 MEMBERS: O’Neil, Smith-Crivello, Collum, Dawson, Hambaro Rath NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Rodriguez ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None 5. Consider the City Right-of-Way adjacent to 502 Pierce Street; Sign Application SI- 21-0053 for Two Retaining Wall Signs and One Pedestrian-Oriented Freestanding Sign to be Located on City Right-of-Way; Applicant Julie R Kenner Tr.; Owner City of Monterey; PC-D-H1 Zoning District; Commercial General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15331, Class 31 ACTION: Approved Sign Application SI-21-0053 for one pedestrian-oriented freestanding sign to be located on City right-of-way adjacent to 502 Pierce Street Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Associate Planner Schmidt presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioner questions. Applicant Comments Applicant Julie Kenner explained the goal is to preserve the integrity and beauty of the building, and stated she believes the freestanding signage is more appropriate with maintaining the beauty of the property. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments Commissioner Dawson complimented the freestanding hand-carved, hand-painted sign and made a motion to approve. Commissioner Rath asked for clarification on the motion. Chair O’Neil confirmed the motion is to approve the freestanding sign and not the wall signs. On a motion by Commissioner Dawson, seconded by Vice Chair Smith-Crivello, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approved Sign Application SI-21-0053 for one pedestrian-oriented freestanding sign to be located on City right-of-way adjacent to 502 Pierce Street: Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes Thursday July 29, 2021 4 DocuSign Envelope ID: B427B157-B219-4286-9728-C9F3AC2A1ECE Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, July 29, 2021 AYES: 6 MEMBERS: O’Neil, Smith-Crivello, Collum, Dawson, Hambaro, Rath NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Rodriguez ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None Vice Chair Smith-Crivello asked about the was an addition in Attachment 2. Chair O’Neil clarified that was an older plan. Ms. Cole explained that the sandwich sign, the sign at the back, and the sign at the door were already approved, adding that what was approved by the HPC is a freestanding sign at the property’s corner. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Dawson thanked Staff for clarifying the procedures for calling into the meeting, and asked if 100 Boronda will be at the August HPC meeting. Ms. Cole confirmed it would. Chair O’Neil requested a field trip. Ms. Cole stated there can be a field trip if individuals drive separately and wear masks on-site. Commissioner Dawson stated she will have to recuse but asked to join the field trip. Ms. Cole explained she can go only as a citizen. Commissioner Dawson shared concerns regarding 603-605 Hoffman, a previously approved Mills Act property, which seems to have not improved the property since approval. Ms. Cole suggested it would be looked into. Vice Chair Smith-Crivello added that a house on the corner of Franklin and Watson is also a concern, and asked if guidelines can be reviewed for Mills Act and historic buildings. Ms. Cole explained it might be more realistic at the September or October meeting due to staffing issues. Chair O’Neil agreed, suggesting Commissioner education is always beneficial. Ms. Cole expressed appreciation for HPC flexibility in scheduling the special meeting. Vice Chair Smith-Crivello asked about self-certification for vaccination. Ms. Cole clarified the process for submittal and stated that beginning July 30, 2021 all visitors to City buildings will be required to wear masks. Commissioner Dawson requested an update regarding the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District’s recent renovations. Ms. Cole explained that the school district exempted themselves from City jurisdiction. Commissioner Rath asked about parking permits and if they would be reissued. Ms. Cole explained they will have to be reissued by the Parking Division. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:27 p.m. Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes Thursday July 29, 2021 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: B427B157-B219-4286-9728-C9F3AC2A1ECE Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, July 29, 2021 Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Kimberly Cole, AICP Chair Community Development Director Historic Preservation Commission Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes Thursday July 29, 2021 6

Agenda

Historic Preservation Commission Commissioners Carol O’Neil, Chair Agenda Jerilynn Smith-Crivello, Vice Chair Cathy Collum Thursday, July 29, 2021 Carole Dawson Laurie Hambaro 4:00 PM Linda Rath Juan P. Rodriguez ZoomGov 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/1617397120  Or by telephone: 833-568-8864 (Toll Free) or 669-254-5252 (Campbell, CA) or 646-828-7666 (New York, NY). If one does not work, please try another. o Enter Webinar ID: 161 739 7120 # 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 July 29, 2021 HPC meeting agenda. For more information, call (831) 646-3885. Date Posted: July 23, 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. July 08, 2021 ***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 951 Belden Street; Application HP-21-0078 to Remove the Property from the New Monterey Historic Context Statement and Reconnaissance Survey List; Applicant/Owner Robert Winkleblack; R-3-5 Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Designation; Exempt from CEQA Requirements per Article 19, Section 15305, Class 5 4. Consider 999 Belden Street; Application HP-21-0079 to Remove the Property from the New Monterey Historic Context Statement and Reconnaissance Survey List; Applicant/Owner Robert Winkleblack; R-3-5 Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Designation; Exempt from CEQA Requirements 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. 5. Consider the City Right-of-Way adjacent to 502 Pierce Street; Sign Application SI-21-0053 for Two Retaining Wall Signs and One Pedestrian- Oriented Freestanding Sign to be Located on City Right-of-Way; Applicant Julie R Kenner Tr.; Owner City of Monterey; PC-D-H1 Zoning District; Commercial General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15331, Class 31 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) Historic Preservation Commission 7/29/2021 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 7/29/2021 4:00:00 PM 3

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