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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · June 8, 2023

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DocuSign Envelope ID: 40BA0909-2A76-4589-83CD-3BEA8B8846AD MINUTES HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Thursday, June 08, 2023 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND TELECONFERENCE MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Members Present: Chair Smith-Crivello, Vice-Chair Collum, Dawson*, Hambaro, O’Neil, Rath Members Absent: Rodriguez *Participated remotely by teleconference Staff Members Present: Principal Planner Roveri, Recording Secretary Barrera, Building Official Lori Williamson 1. Meeting Procedures CALL TO ORDER Chair Smith-Crivello called the meeting to order at 4:03 p.m. and Recording Secretary Barrera provided information to the public about how to participate by calling in to give public comment on the live web meeting. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 2. April 13, 2023 ACTION: Approved as submitted. On a motion by Commissioner O’Neil seconded by Vice-Chair Collum, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approved the April 13, 2023, HPC minutes as submitted, by the following vote: AYES: 4 MEMBERS: Collum, Dawson, Hambaro, O’Neil NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Rodriguez ABSTAIN: 2 MEMBERS: Smith-Crivello, Rath RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS None. PUBLIC APPEARANCE 3. Consider 486-498 Alvarado Street; Historic Permit Application HP-23-0108 for Alterations and Repairs to the Alvarado Adobe and Historic Preservation Report Application HP-23-0109 for Readopting a Historic Preservation Report for the Alvarado Adobe; Applicant Cameron Davi Boone, AG Davi, Ltd.; Owner Robert Y. Chyr Tr.; PC-D-H1 Zoning District; Commercial General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15331, Class 31 DocuSign Envelope ID: 40BA0909-2A76-4589-83CD-3BEA8B8846AD Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, June 08, 2023 ACTION: Approved Historic Permit Application HP-23-0108 for Alterations and Repairs to the Alvarado Adobe and Historic Preservation Report Application HP-23- 0109 for Readopting a Historic Preservation Report for the Alvarado Adobe at 486-498 Alvarado Street. Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions Principal Planner Fernanda Roveri presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioner questions. Commissioner O’Neil asked clarifying questions about the cement plaster width and for help identifying a building in Figure 1 of the Agenda Report. Ms. Roveri said the damaged area varies in width and some pieces can be repaired, but thicker pieces must be replaced. Ms. Roveri clarified the Alvarado Adobe isn’t depicted in Figure 1. Chair Smith-Crivello invited Lori Lynn Williamson, City of Monterey Building Official, to share details about the incident in which the wall collapsed. Ms. Williamson made herself available to answer questions about the building structure. Commissioner O’Neil asked about the emergency response protocol and if it was used. Ms. Williamson said the fire department comes first, possibly traffic control, and if they need a building official, they will call the building office. Applicant Comments Anthony Davi, applicant and owner representative, shared details of the owner’s hardship due to the damage of the building, ongoing issues with the insurance company, and stated their goal is to repair the building to its original condition. Gary Koll, architect and project manager, shared additional information on the thickness of the wall and detailed the repair process. Chair Smith-Crivello asked if they intended on restoring the building to a more authentic style. Mr. Koll said the goal for this project is to repair the current damage. Mr. Koll added this would be to document the repairs in a way that would be helpful to a future restoration project. David Wessel, project architect with Architectural Resources Group, added they intend on repairing the wall according to the Secretary of Interior’s Standards and they are anxious to get started being that it is weather-permitting and materials will need to be ordered from out of state. Chair Smith-Crivello invited property manager Cameron Davi-Boone to share her experience since the wall was damaged. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments None. DocuSign Envelope ID: 40BA0909-2A76-4589-83CD-3BEA8B8846AD Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Thursday, June 08, 2023 On a motion by Commissioner O’Neil, seconded by Commissioner Rath, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approved Historic Permit Application HP- 23-0108 for alterations and repairs to the Alvarado adobe and Historic Preservation Report Application HP-23-0109 for readopting a historic preservation report for the Alvarado Adobe at 486-498 Alvarado Street: AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Smith-Crivello, Collum, Dawson, Hambaro, O’Neil, Rath NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Rodriguez ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None COMMISSIONER COMMENTS: Chair Smith-Crivello shared details of La Merienda celebration and thanked the people who worked hard to put the event on and thanked all who attended. Chair Smith-Crivello read a letter received from a professional guide in Carmel which expressed concern over the attention given to historic buildings. Commissioner O’Neil questioned whether the City had given any thought about planning a celebration of Monterey. Commissioner O’Neil shared an article written by Jane Smiley from The Herald. Commissioner Hambaro announced her resignation. Chair Smith-Crivello thanked Commissioner Hambaro for her service. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS  Update received. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:09 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Fernanda Roveri, AICP Chair Principal Planner Historic Preservation Commission

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Historic Preservation Commission Commissioners Jerilynn Smith-Crivello, Chair Meeting Agenda Cathy Collum, Vice Chair Carole Dawson Laurie Hambaro Thursday, June 8, 2023 Carol O’Neil Linda Rath 4:00 PM Juan P. Rodriguez Council Chamber, 580 Pacific St. and ZoomGov Teleconference Monterey, California How to participate in this meeting:  Written comment: Members of the public may submit comment(s) to planning@monterey.org until ½ hour before the start of the meeting. These messages are not read aloud during the meeting but are made available to the meeting body and public at https://monterey.org/submitted-comments. All comments received become part of the record.  In-Person: Please see the meeting location listed above. Wearing a mask is recommended and encouraged.  Remote via ZoomGov Webinar: o Join on a computer or smartphone: https://monterey- org.zoomgov.com/j/1617397120 An up-to-date version of the Zoom software must be used. o Or join by telephone: Dial 833-568-8864 (Toll Free), 669-254-5252 (Campbell, CA) or 646-828-7666 (NY). If one number doesn’t work, please try another.  Enter Webinar ID: 161 739 7120 #  If prompted to enter a participant ID, press #  To “raise your hand,” dial *9. Once called upon, dial *6 to unmute o Need help using or updating Zoom? Read our Zoom Meeting Instructions (PDF) This meeting will also stream live for viewing only on youtube.com/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 June 08, 2023 HPC meeting agenda. For more information, call (831) 646-3885. Date Posted: June 02, 2023 CALL TO ORDER 1. Meeting Procedures 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. April 13, 2023 ***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 486-498 Alvarado Street; Historic Permit Application HP-23-0108 for Alterations and Repairs to the Alvarado Adobe and Historic Preservation Report Application HP-23-0109 for Readopting a Historic Preservation Report for the Alvarado Adobe; Applicant Cameron Davi Boone, AG Davi, Ltd.; Owner Robert Y. Chyr Tr.; 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) 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. Planning Office 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. Historic Preservation Commission 6/8/2023 4:00:00 PM 2 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 6/8/2023 4:00:00 PM 3

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