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Historic Preservation Commission

Regular Meeting

Pocatello, ID · July 7, 2021

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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Minutes for July 7, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. City Council Chambers, Municipal Building 911 N. 7th Avenue, Pocatello, ID The meeting began at 6:09 PM. AGENDA ITEM #1: ROLL CALL AND DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND EX- PARTE CONTACT Disclose who was talked to, the basic substance of the conversation, and whether the conversation had any influence. Disclose if there is anything personally or professionally that would not allow an impartial or unbiased decision. Disclose if a site visit was done, location(s) of the visit, and what was seen. PRESENT: Jacquee Alvord, Ruta Casabianca, Donald Elston, Latecia Herzog, and Josh Pohlman. EXCUSED: Elizabeth Fore. UNEXCUSED: Marty Vizcarra. STAFF: Jim Anglesey, Councilwoman Leeuwrik, and Aceline McCulla. None of the members had any conflict or ex-parte Herzog was appointed as the acting chair for this evening, as the Chair and Vice Chair were not present. AGENDA ITEM #2: APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission may wish to approve the meeting minutes from June 16, 2021. It was moved by D. Elston and seconded by J. Alvord to approve the meeting minutes, as written, from June 16, 2021. Those in favor: Alvord, Casabianca, Elston, Fore, Herzog, and Pohlman. Unanimous. Motion carried. AGENDA ITEM #3: CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS BB&T Rental Properties, LLC, represented by Chris Petersen, has submitted a revised proposal for a certificate of appropriateness for new windows at 102 S. Main Street, the Pioneer Block. John Brown of BB&T Rental Properties LLC and Kelsey Stenersen, Intern Architect at Booth Architecture PLLC stated the windows were raised and they did not want the windows on the base of the floor. They proposed internal wood windows with metal cladding for the windows on Center Street, Main Street. The windows at Union Pacific Avenue would be vinyl with wood jambs and casings. Herzog noted that stucco is not appropriate for window infill at this historic building, and spandrel glass is not appropriate glazing for this building and era. Painting of the white window frames would then require be repainting every five years to maintain the appearance and upkeep. If the building were sold, the new owners may not upkeep the building either, the building would fall into disrepair again because of the materials used were not maintenance free as they had intended to use. Leeuwrik noted that the cost of maintaining the building every five years would cost more than using the correct materials from the beginning. It was mentioned that the contractor did this same thing to the Lewis Building and not the first offense working on the exterior of the building without a permit or coming before the HPC to verify the materials being used are compliant with City Code and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Post Discussion for approval The installed windows will have jamb trim with a profile that will replicate the original jambs and stops. The trims will be installed face of brick to face of brick at the exterior jambs. The wood trims will follow the brick Page 1 of 3 opening going around the entire window, there will be an additional mutton bar at the shoulder of the arch to install the new transom arch window with clear glazing. At the north and west windows this will more closely replicate the previous windows but will have four sections instead of the original two. At the rear windows, the installed windows will be removed and replaced with a window that replicates the original head height and width. Both windows will have a wood spandrel panel at the base to hide the raised floor system inside the building. All windows will have wood jambs and trim and will be color matched to the aluminum window systems on the first floor of the building. This write up will be emailed to Herzog and Stenersen for approval, then sent to staff for final approval and for the Certificate of Appropriate to be signed by the Acting Chair Latecia Herzog. Jim Anglesey, staff Liaison stated that staff finds that the application for a certificate of appropriateness is not compliant with Pocatello Municipal Code Section 17.04.210. Should the Historic Preservation Commission approve the request, staff recommends the following conditions: 1) New window frames shall be wood or wood with metal cladding and shall match the proportions of the original windows. This shall include all replacement windows on Main Street, Center Street and Union Pacific Avenue; 2) New window frames shall match the detailing of the original window frames; 3) New window frame paint color shall match the green awnings above the first floor windows on Main and Center Street or an alternative color from the approved color palette for historic preservation, as approved by staff; 4) The arched transom windows shall include the same glass as that of the other replacement windows. 5) The proposed work shall adhere to the standards from the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties; and 6) Any additional exterior alterations including windows, doors, fac;ade improvements or signage shall be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission and all necessary permits shall be acquired prior to the start of any work. The Commission ensued in discussion. It was moved by D. Elston and seconded by J. Alvord to approve the proposal for post modifications that the installed windows will have jamb trim with a profile that will replicate the original jambs and stops. The trims will be installed face of brick to face of brick at the exterior jambs. The wood trims will follow the brick opening going around the entire window, there will be an additional mutton bar at the shoulder of the arch to install the new transom arch window with clear glazing. At the north and west windows this will more closely replicate the previous windows, but will have four sections instead of the original two. At the rear windows, the installed windows will be removed and replaced with a window that replicates the original head height and width. Both windows will have a wood spandrel panel at the base to hide the raised floor system inside the building. All windows will have wood jambs and trim and will be color matched to the aluminum window systems on the first floor of the building for the request by BB&T Rental Properties located at 102 S. Main Street, and to authorize Acting Chair Herzog to sign the Certificate of Appropriateness. Those in favor: Alvord, Casabianca, Elston, Herzog, and Pohlman. Unanimous. Motion carried. AGENDA ITEM 4: HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANTS The Commission may consider applying for the following grants. Ifft Foundation (August 15) - Ifft Foundation covers landscaping improvements and beautification projects. Idaho Humanities Council (August 15 and December 15) -education over $1,000 not to exceed $10,000 and one is less than $1,000 for a major grant. Idaho Heritage Trust (September 30) - cash match grants, the Commission would consider this grant. Casabianca mentioned turning the Brady Chapel into a history center. Authorization would be required to use individual histories. Casabianca suggested changing the name of the Chapel. This would not be a HPC function, this would need to be presented to John Banks, P&R Department and the City Council. Page 2 of 3

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Planning ai Development Services PLANNING SERVICES NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES 911 NORTH 7TH AVENUE I P.0Bax4169 POCATELLO, lW-Kl 83205-4169 208.234.6184 WEB https://www.pocatello.us HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION (HPC) AGENDA Wednesday, July 7, 2021, 6:00 p.m. 911 N. Seventh Avenue, City Council Chambers Limited in-person attendance is allowed, but due to COVID-19 guidelines, strict social distancing measures are in place. INDIVIDUALS ARE ENCOURAGED, BUT NOT REQUIRED, TO WEAR MASKS/FACE COVERINGS. City Hall is accessible to persons with disabilities. Program access accommodations may be provided with three (3) days' advance notice by contacting Skyler Beebe at sbeebe@pocatello.us; 208.234.6248 or 5815 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, ID. The Historic Preservation Commission is a citizen advisory group to the City Council. They are authorized to conduct a survey of local historic properties, recommend methods and procedures to preserve, restore, maintain, and operate historic properties under the ownership or control of the City; recommend the lease, sale other transfer or disposition of historic properties; participate in the conduct of land use, urban renewal and other planning processes undertaken by governmental agencies; recommend ordinances and provide information for the purposes of historic preservation; promote and conduct an educational program on historic preservation; and review and act upon applications for permits for building alteration, new construction, or demolition within designated historic districts. The Commission also plays a vital role in the City's downtown revitalization efforts. All meetings of the HPC are recorded for record retention and transcription. The following is the official agenda of the Historic Preservation Commission. Discussion and Commission action will be limited to those items on the agenda. AGENDA ITEM 1: ROLL CALL AND DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND EX-PARTE CONTACT. Disclose who was talked to, the basic substance of the conversation, and whether the conversation had any influence. Disclose if there is anything personally or professionally that would not allow an impartial or unbiased decision. Disclose if a site visit was done, location(s) of the visit, and what was seen. AGENDA ITEM 2: APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission may wish to approve the meeting minutes from June 16, 2021. (ACTION ITEM) AGENDA ITEM 3: CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS BB&T Rental Properties, LLC, represented by Chris Petersen, has submitted a revised proposal for a certificate of appropriateness for new windows at 102 S. Main Street, the Pioneer Block. (ACTION ITEM) AGENDA ITEM 4: HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANTS The Commission may consider applying for the following grants. (ACTION ITEM) • Ifft Foundation (August 15), Idaho Heritage Trust (September 30), Idaho Humanities Council (August 15) AGENDA ITEM 5: THE BRADY CHAPEL CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN PLAN The Commission may wish to discuss and coordinate plans for funding & events. (ACTION ITEM) • Discussion on grants, funding and 501(c)(3) information • Event Planning: o Art Walk: August 6, 2021 • Myers-Anderson Lobby: HPC Open House • Whitman Lobby: Brady Chapel Campaign o Summer Gala: August 26, 2021, 5-?pm • Assign who will contact participants o Scavenger Hunt: October 9, 2021 • Assign who will coordinate this event • Time for the event & consider food vendors, etc. Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER I VETERAN'S PREFERENCE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA 2 Minutes for June 16, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. City Council Chambers, Municipal Building 911 N. 7th Avenue, Pocatello, ID The meeting began at 6:00 PM AGENDA ITEM#1: ROLL CALL AND DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND EX- PARTE CONTACT Disclose who was talked to, the basic substance of the conversation, and whether the conversation had any influence. Disclose if there is anything personally or professionally that would not allow an impartial or unbiased decision. Disclose if a site visit was done, location(s) of the visit, and what was seen. PRESENT: Jacquee Alvord, Ruta Casabianca, Donald Elston, Elizabeth Fore, Latecia Herzog (arrived at 6:13 PM), Nick Nielson, and Marty Vizcarra. STAFF: Jim Anglesey, Councilwoman Leeuwrik, and Aceline McCulla. AGENDA ITEM#2: APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission may wish to approve the meeting minutes from the Memorial Day Open House on May 31, 2021, and the regular meeting on June 2, 2021. It was moved by N. Nielson and seconded by J. Alvord to approve the both meeting minutes, as written, from May 31 and June 2 of 2021. Those in favor: Alvord, Casabianca, Elston, Fore, Nielson, and Vizcarra. Unanimous. Motion carried. AGENDA ITEM#3: CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Jennifer Putnam of Putnam Enterprises, LLC has submitted an application for a certificate of appropriateness to remove neon signage, re-stucco the front fa<;ade and repaint the building with different colors at 237 E. Center Street, the Auditorium Opera House. Jennifer Putnam of Putnam Enterprises, LLC of Pocatello wants to sell the building, and as the building is in disrepair, it needs fm;ade repairs completed to sell the building. The sign must come down and Putnam would donate the sign to Relight the Night, and Putnam would pay the fee to Blaze Sign to take the signage down. Randy Dixon of Relight the Night, Pocatello stated that he made arrangement for the sign to be taken down and stored until it can be rehabbed. Putnam will use the same awnings. The colors selected are Panda White, Grey Kitten and Silver Blue. Jim Anglesey, Long Range Senior Planner with the City of Pocatello stated that staff finds that the application for a certificate of appropriateness is compliant with Pocatello Municipal Code Section 17.04.210. Should the Historic Preservation Commission approve the request, staff recommends the following condition: 1) The proposed work shall adhere to the standards from the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. It was moved by D. Elston and seconded by R. Casabianca to approve the request from Jennifer Putnam of Putnam Enterprises, LLC to remove the neon signage and donate it to Relight the Night, restucco the front fa<;ade and repaint the building as presented, finding the application meets the criteria for review under Chapter 17.04.210.I of Pocatello City Code as well as the Design Guidelines for Pocatello's Downtown Historic District as well as the National Standards, and authorize Chair Vizcarra to sign the Certificate of Appropriateness. Those in favor: Alvord, Casabianca, Elston, Fore, Herzog, Nielson, and Vizcarra. Unanimous. Motion carried. AGENDA ITEM 4: DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT SUMMER WALK Page 1 of 2 The Commission may wish to set a date for a walk through the Downtown Historic District. Herzog noted that in the past, the Commission selected a district between the Westside, Eastside, and Warehouse District. The Commission split into two groups to cover more territory and each group documents what they see along the walk, such as: work performed that may not have been approved, work that need to be done on a building, things that are not correct and need fixing, look for wires dangling, windows broken or illegal signage ... The Commission agreed on September 1, 2021 for off-site meeting summer walk. The agenda will invite the public to walk with the Commission. AGENDA ITEM 5: DOWNTOWN OPEN HOUSE EVENT The Commission may wish to discuss planning for an open house to interact with business and property owners in the Downtown Historic District. The last Downtown Open House event was held at the Myers Anderson Architect office. Elston mentioned the First Friday Art Walk would be a great night. The Commission agreed to hold on August 6, 2021, to begin with the Art Walk schedule at Myers Anderson with two separate spaces, one focusing on the Brady Chapel Campaign and selling items and the other to do outreach for the HPC working with Old Town businesses and tenants to learn more about how the HPC can help them. It was moved by R. Casabianca and seconded by L. Herzog to hold the Open House Event at Myers Anderson in the two different areas of the building on August 6, 2021. Those in favor: Alvord, Casabianca, Elston, Fore, Herzog, Nielson, and Vizcarra. Unanimous. Motion carried. AGENDA ITEM 6: THE BRADY CHAPEL CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN PLAN The Commission may wish to discuss and coordinate plans for funding & events. • Discussion on grants, funding and 501 c3 information. Casabianca will begin drafting the grant by the next meeting. Nielson is still collecting information at this time on a 501c3. Alvord asked if tabling at the Farmer's Market was still going to happen. Elston asked what about selling things mentioned at the last meeting. Alvord has jewelry she made to sell. Herzog mentioned selling the items at the First Friday Art Walk Open House also. Herzog will try to get permission from the AIA to help process the order for canvas prints. • Event Planning: o Summer Gala: August 26, 2021, 5-7 PM Vizcarra stated he will try to locate a pavilion tent. Fore has not heard back on Chamber music. Casabianca is paying for the wholesale flowers and will make the arrangements. Herzog will buy the wine. Nielson will buy the Charcuterie boards with cheese and food. Who is doing outreach to the Gala businesses? Add to next agenda to select people to reach out to businesses/people for the gala list. o Scavenger Hunt: October 9, 2021 No update at this time. With no other business, it was moved by N. Nielson and seconded by J. Alvord to adjourn the meeting at 7:08 P.M. Those in favor: Alvord, Casabianca, Elston, Fore, Herzog, Nielson, and Vizcarra. Unanimous. Motion carried. Submitted by: _______ ______ _ Approved on: ____________ Aceline McCulla, Secretary Page 2 of 2 � Planning&: Development Services �arello PLANNING SERVICES 911 NORTH 7 TH AVENUE I P.O Box4169 NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES POCATELLO,DAHl 83205-4169 208.234.6184 WEB https://Www.pocatello us AGENDA ITEM NO. __ ___ 3 POCATELLO HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: BB&T Rental Properties, LLC / Chris Petersen LOCATION: 102 S. Main Street- The Pioneer Block Building CITY STAFF ASSIGNED: Jim Anglesey, Long-Range Senior Planner MEETING DATE: July 7, 2021 RECOMMENDATION & CONDITIONS: Staff finds that the application for a certificate of appropriateness is not compliant with Pocatello Municipal Code Section 17.04.210. Should the Historic Preservation Commission approve the request, staff recommends the following conditions: • New window frames shall be wood or wood with metal cladding and shall match the proportions of the original windows. This shall include all replacement windows on Main Street, Center Street and Union Pacific Avenue; • New window frames shall match the detailing of the original window frames; • New window frame paint color shall match the green awnings above the first floor windows on Main and Center Street or an alternative color from the approved color palette for historic preservation, as approved by staff; • The arched transom windows shall include the same glass as that of the other replacement windows. • The proposed work shall adhere to the standards from the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties; and • Any additional exterior alterations including windows, doors, fai;:ade improvements or signage shall be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission and all necessary permits shall be acquired prior to the start of any work. REQUEST: BB&T Rental Properties, LLC, represented by Chris Petersen, has submitted an application for a certificate of appropriateness to replace the upper story windows at 102 S. Main Street, the Pioneer Block Building. BACKGROUND: The Pioneer Block, was built in 1892. The Inventory-Nomination Form for the Downtown Pocatello Historic District listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972 states, "The store fronts of the two-story brick Pioneer Building have been remodeled and the second floor has been covered with aluminum panels. The original brick, including the corbelled cornice and pilasters, is still intact behind the panels. The building is currently non-contributory, but if it were properly rehabilitated it would become contributory to the district. Constructed in 1892, the Pioneer Building was one of the first brick business buildings in Pocatello. It originally housed the First National Bank, organized in Pocatello in 1889. The bank was initially located in a small frame building on this site and was given five years free rent there for locating on the west side of the railroad tracks. In April of 1915 the bank was merged with the Farmers and Traders Bank, of which Carl Valentine was president. Valentine became president of the consolidated bank, which was moved in 1916 to a new building on the east corner of Center and Arthur streets." DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR POCATELLO'S DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT: Staff finds the following standards identified in the design guidelines for the downtown historic district to be applicable to this application: AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER I VETERAN'S PREFERENCE 1. Exterior alterations and changes should be kept to a minimum. - Windows should be repaired whenever possible rather than replaced. New frames must match the proportions of the original. In most cases, wood is the historically appropriate and preferred window frame material. 2. The building should conform to surrounding buildings and other street features. 3. Every effort should be made to maintain and preserve the building's original materials and colors. 4. Original and distinctive architectural details should be retained or restored. 5. Signs should be architecturally compatible with the design of the original or proposed building. THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR'S STANDARDS FOR THE TREATMENT OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES: Staff finds the following standards identified in the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties to be applicable to this application (See Attachment B): "Rehabilitation is defined as the act or process of making possible a compatible use for a property through repair, alterations, and additions while preserving those portions or features which convey its historical, cultural, or architectural values." Standards for Rehabilitation: 1. A property will be used as it was historically or be given a new use that requires minimal change to its distinctive materials, features, spaces and spatial relationships. 2. The historic character of a property will be retained and preserved. The removal of distinctive materials or alteration of features, spaces and spatial relationships that characterize a property will be avoided. 3. Each property will be recognized as a physical record of its time, place and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or elements from other historic properties, will not be undertaken. 4. Changes to a property that have acquired historic significance in their own right will be retained and preserved. 5. Distinctive materials, features, finishes and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize the restoration period will be preserved. 6. Deteriorated historic features will be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature will match the old in design, color, texture and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features will be substantiated by documentary and physical evidence. 7. Chemical or physical treatments, if appropriate, will be undertaken using the gentlest means possible. Treatments that cause damage to historic materials will not be used. 8. Archeological resources will be protected and preserved in place. If such resources must be distributed, mitigation measures will be undertaken. 9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction will not destroy historic materials, features, and spatial relationships that characterize the property. The new work will be differentiated from the old and will be compatible with the historic materials, features, size, scale and proportion, and massing to protect the integrity of the property and its environment. 10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction will be undertaken in such a manner that, if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. OPTIONAL MOTIONS: 1. Approval of the Application: "Move to approve the request from BB&T Rental Properties for new windows, finding the application meets the criteria for review under Chapter 17.04.210.1 of Pocatello City Code as well as the Design Guidelines for Pocatello's Downtown Historic District as well as the National Standards, with the condition that: [insert any additional conditions of approval] and authorize the Chair to sign the Certificate of Appropriateness" 2. Denial of the Application: "Move to deny the request from BB&T Rental Properties for new windows, finding the application does not meet the criteria for review under Chapter 17.04.210.1 of Pocatello City Code nor the Design Certificate of Appropriateness - 102 S. Main Street - Pioneer Block City of Pocatello Planning & Development Services Page 2 of 4 Guidelines for Pocatello's Downtown Historic District, finding that: [cite findings for denial]." ATTACHMENTS: A. Application & Supporting Materials B. Window rehabilitation standards from the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties REVIEW CRITERIA (17.04.210.1) Compliant City Code and Staff Review Yes No N/A Code Section Analysis 17.04.210.1.1 Adverse impacts to the historical integrity of the property or structure shall be minimized. Staff Review The proposed exterior alterations include new upper-story windows on all frontages including Main Street, Center Street, and Union Pacific Avenue. The existing wood windows were removed without authorization or review from the Historic Preservation Commission. The building permit for the current renovation project was approved for interior work only with the condition that a certificate of □ � □ appropriateness be secured for any windows or exterior alterations prior to the beginning of any work. The windows that are currently in place do not match the proportions of the original windows and feature a white vinyl finish. The use of vinyl windows and the incorrect proportions significantly alter the defining characteristics of the building and is not appropriate for a historic building. Revised plans feature wood windows with metal cladding where the Downtown Design Guidelines recommend wood window frames. Metal cladding would be appropriate so long as the original framing details are matched on the new windows. 17.04.210.1.1.a Changes to the defining characteristics of the building or site shall be minimized. Staff Review The original windows provided a defining characteristic to the building. All replacement windows shall feature the matching characteristics and framing of the □ � □ original windows. As proposed, the color and shape of the windows are more appropriate than that of the current vinyl windows, however, it is the opinion of staff that the proposed windows do not match the proportions of the original. All proportions and frame design of the original windows shall be incorporated into the new windows. 17.04.210.1.1.b Removal of historic materials and features of the building or site shall be avoided. Staff Review The existing wood windows were removed without authorization or review from the □ � □ Historic Preservation Commission. The building permit for the current renovation project was approved for interior work only with the condition that a certificate of appropriateness be secured for any windows or exterior alterations prior to the beginning of any work. 17.04.210.1.1.c Historic materials shall be retained where possible. Where not feasible, compatible materials shall be encouraged. Staff Review The existing wood windows were removed without authorization or review from the Historic Preservation Commission. The building permit for the current renovation project was approved for interior work only with the condition that a certificate of □ � □ appropriateness be secured for any windows or exterior alterations prior to the beginning of any work. The proposed replacement windows do not match the proportions of the original windows and feature a white vinyl finish. The use of vinyl windows and the incorrect proportions significantly alter the defining characteristics of the building and is not appropriate for a historic building. Revised plans feature wood windows with metal cladding where the Downtown Design Guidelines recommend wood window frames. Metal cladding would be appropriate so long as Certificate of Appropriateness -102 S. Main Street - Pioneer Block City of Pocatello Planning & Development Services Page 3 of 4 the original framing details are matched on the new windows. 17.04.210.1.2 The proposed work shall be compatible with the property or structure itself, as well as the surrounding neighborhood or district. Consideration shall be given to exterior design, site layout, proportion, detail, scale, color, texture, and materials. Staff Review The proposed replacement windows do not match the proportions of the original [XI □ □ windows and feature a metal cladded window. Replacement windows need to match the original window frame design as observed in attached images. Window frame colors shall match the green awnings above the first floor windows on Main and Center Street or an alternative color from the approved color palette for historic preservation, as approved by staff. 17.04.210.1.3 Landscaping shall be compatible with the historic character of the property itself, □ □ [XI as well as with the surrounding neighborhood or district. Staff Review No landscaping is included in this project. 17.04.210.1.4 The style, materials, size and location of signs shall be compatible with the historic character and scale of the property or structure as well as the surrounding □ □ [XI Staff Review neighborhood or district. No signage is included in this project. Any future signage, including window signage shall be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission prior to the installation of any signage. 17.04.210.1.5 The Historic Preservation Commission must consider the property's suitability for preservation or restoration; educational value; cost for preservation or restoration; cost of acquisition, restoration, maintenance, operation, or repairs; possibilities for adaptive or alternative use of the property; appraised value and administrative and [XI □ □ financial responsibility of any person or organization willing to underwrite all or a portion of such costs. Staff Review The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a non-contributing structure to the Historic District. Due to previous exterior renovations and improvements, the building should be considered as contributing to the district. Certificate of Appropriateness -102 S. Main Street - Pioneer Block City of Pocatello Planning & Development Services Page 4 of 4 ATTACHMENT A PO Box 4169, 911 North Seventh Avenue PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Pocatello, Idaho 83205 (208)234-6184 FAX (208)234-6586 A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF IDAHO Please email to: planning@pocatello.us Date received by staff: ___ __ HPC Meeting: __ ___ __ _ Dates for review will not be scheduled until plan review approval has been received. APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION, DEMOLITION OR BUILDING ALTERATION WITHIN THE DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT (A Prerequisite to obtaining a Building or Sign Permit) NOTE TO APPLICANTS: The Historic Preservation Commission generally meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 6:00 p.m. In order to appear on the agenda, complete application materials must be submitted to the Planning & Development Services Department at least ten (10) days prior to the meeting date. Complete applications will be considered by the HPC within forty-five (45) days of receipt. Applicant: Representative: Name: t� l � o- Firm & Contact:________ ______ Mailing address: \0l tJ41qkl� 7 8 l.. f. y 101 S:Jl_ e,'::) ..J Mailing address: ______________ City, State, Zip: Vi a t)!2. AP8?-1 \.f:r.A�>' 'C'-IC""L > City, State, Zip:__ _____________ Phone:__Q_o_\_·_<.:>·_-�-\_-_--t_-a_<oL ___ __ __ Phone:_________________ _ Email: .Ju1 J�r.!,..)u1__J 7-""!. (.:.l."-\A,1..., C..o� e. Email: _ ____ _ _ - -/- - _ _ - _ _ - - - _ - - - __ - - - _ TYPE OF WORK: □ New Construction tDemolition* � Exterior Build ing Alterati on (Sign) *All demolitions require a public hearing in accordance with Section 17.04.210. All such hearings shall be set within forty-five days after receipt of an application. See #5 below. Brief description of work, add additional sheet if you need more space: '.'JNCI...P w,v-J.,;.vi/.l O'� tvl{f: � /Jedt, SiM- Su,� .\kj \lv·l-� IV\t>,.i°Ylv\ Jwct:c wo,:)lQ I� �J &...J. wi�. ( W,Q� �\��Y\6 C\,� Wtre>t.\ THIS APPLICATION SHALL BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS {pursuant to the Zoning Ordinance Section 17.04.210): 1. A clear statement of the proposed work, including colors, materials, landscaping, canopies, and signs; 2. Plans illustrating the size, height and completed appearance of the proposed work; 3. A site plan showing all existing buildings and structures and the proposed work; 4. Any other project information deemed necessary by the historic preservation commission. Page 1 of 2 5. Certificate Of Appropriateness; Standards For Review: In reviewing applications for certificates of appropriateness for new construction or alterations of buildings, sites, structures, and objects within a historic district, the criteria for review are as follows: A. Adverse impacts to the historical integrity of the property or structure shall be minimized. 1. Changes to the defining characteristics of the building or site shall be minimized. 2. Removal of historic materials and features of the building or site shall be avoided. 3. Historic materials shall be retained where possible. Where not feasible, compatible materials shall be encouraged. B. The proposed work shall be compatible with the property or structure itself, as well as the surrounding neighborhood or district. Consideration shall be given to exterior design, site layout, proportion, detail, scale, color, texture, and materials. C. Landscaping shall be compatible with the historic character of the property itself, as well as with the surrounding neighborhood or district. D. The style, materials, size and location of signs shall be compatible with the historic character and scale of the property or structure as well as to the surrounding neighborhood or district. E. The historic preservation commission must consider the property's suitability for preservation or restoration; educational value; cost for preservation or restoration; cost of acquisition, restoration, maintenance, operation, or repairs; possibilities for adaptive or alternative use of the property; appraised value and administrative and financial responsibility of any person or organization willing to underwrite all or a portion of such costs. 6. A title report, property deed, or other legal documentation of ownership of the site in question, whether freehold, option, or lease for anything other than sign installation. 7. In cases where the application is for demolition, the necessity for the demolition shall be justified in writing. This shall include at a minimum: A. A detailed structural analysis conducted by a licensed architect or structural engineer. B. The reasons for the building's demolition and the urgency for so doing. PLEASE NOTE: Issues relating to access to or encroachments upon public rights-of-way are not within the purview of the Historic Preservation Commission. Such matters must be reviewed and decided by separate application to the City Engineering Department. The approval of this application does not permit the violation of any federal or state codes, any section of the Building Code, or other Pocatello Municipal Codes as adopted. Approval of this land use permit does not exempt applicant from the provisions of the federal Fair Housing Act or ADA requirements. Further, other conditions, requirements, etc. may be imposed as part of the building permit process. This application shall not be considered complete (nor will a hearing be scheduled) until all required information has been submitted and verified. I hereby acknowledge that I have read this application and state that the above information is correct and I agree to the above terms and conditions. I am also aware the applicant or a representative must be present at the Historic Preservation Commission meeting. Print Building/Property Owner(s) Name: jC>J.!>'ll)A...J �":..OuJ_; Dated: ½ /, y { "2 -" "L) Signature of Building/Property Owner(S): � � Dated: '--\ \ \ '-l I 1. -- ,L \ � , IMPORTANT: Should the Commission decline to issue this certificate, applicants may appeal to the City Council by written request submitted to the Planning & Development Services Department within thirty (30)days of the date of the written decision. Page 2 of 2 Updated 7/11/2019 102 S. Main Window Alterations (/) C 0 :E "Cl C 0 (.) "- Ctl .E (/) 0 (I) a. Ctl X w ���a;; WOW Building 233 N. Main - Similar arch detail. - Horizontal cross member at top of window Proposed Alterations for arch West Center Side of Building Wood Window with metal cladding (already installed) Spandrel Arched Transom to match existing window integrity. ____, New Wood or Stucco decorative moulding to match existing wood trim. ______, Painted Black or Green to match main level storefront and awnings. With windows needing to be raised due to the interior floor being raised. ______, Proposing a larger base that can be tied into molding around windows. Existing Attic vent area to be replaced with decorative vent to match window arch and decorative moulding. Painted to match. 233 N Main St, Pocatello MARVIN' Double . Hun g windows with Window Opening Contwl Devii;es DOUBLE HUNG • Equipped with a standard full screen; optional • Equal, Cottage, and Reverse Cottage sash provide half screen is available. a variety of looks and checkrail heights. • Tilt latches are ergonomically designed and easy to • Available in standard and special sizes up to 4 feet operate making tilting and cleaning effortless. 6 inches wide by 7 feet high. • Sash lock provides a positive detent, reassuring user • Coordinating Picture and Transom windows also available. that the window is either locked or unlocked. • Double Hung Insert option features¾ inch insert • Up to PGSO performance rating. replacement frame with through jamb installation and up to PG40 performance rating. I JJ DOUBLE HUNG DOUBLE HUNG INSERT � Available with IZ3 � (Excludes lnse,l option) 21 -- - = r 1r 1 -�---- ���� 1 ,.. Current Windows Current Windows ATTACHMENT B REHABILITATION I RECOMMENDED WINDOWS NOT RECOMMENDED Identifying, retaining, and preserving windows and their tune- Removing or substantially changing windows or window features tional and decorative features that are important to the overall which are important in defining the overall historic character of the character of the building. The window material and how the building so that, as a result, the character is diminished. window operates (e.g., double hung, casement, awning, or hopper) are significant, as are its components (including sash, Changing the appearance of windows that contribute to the historic muntins, ogee lugs, glazing, pane configuration, sills, mullions, character of the building by replacing materials, finishes, or colors casings, or brick molds) and related features, such as shutters. which noticeably change the sash, depth of the reveal, and muntin configurations; the reflectivity and color of the glazing; or the appearance of the frame. Obscuring historic wood window trim with metal or other material. Replacing windows solely because of peeling paint, broken glass, stuck sash, or high air infiltration. These conditions, in themselves, do not indicate that windows are beyond repair. Protecting and maintaining the wood or metal which comprises Failing to protect and maintain window materials on a cyclical basis the window jamb, sash, and trim through appropriate treatments, so that deterioration of the window results. such as cleaning, paint removal, and reapplication of protective coating systems. Protecting windows against vandalism before work begins by Leaving windows unprotected and subject to vandalism before work covering them and by installing alarm systems that are keyed into begins, thereby also allowing the interior to be damaged if it can be local protection agencies. accessed through unprotected windows. Making windows weathertight by recaulking gaps in fixed joints and replacing or installing weatherstripping. Protecting windows from chemical cleaners, paint, or abrasion Failing to protect historic windows from chemical cleaners, paint, or during work on the exterior of the building. abrasion when work is being done on the exterior of the building. Protecting and retaining historic glass when replacing putty or Failing to protect the historic glass when making window repairs. repairing other components of the window. 102 WINDOWS REHABILITATION I I RECOMMENDED WINDOWS NOT RECOMMENDED Sustaining the historic operability of windows by lubricating Failing to maintain windows and window components so that win- friction points and replacing broken components of the operat- dows are inoperable, or sealing operable sash permanently. ing sy stem (such as hinges, latches, sash chains or cords) and replacing deteriorated gaskets or insulating units. Failing to repair and reuse window hardware such as sash lifts, latches, and locks. Adding storm windows with a matching or a one-over-one pane configuration that will not obscure the characteristics of the his- toric windows. Storm windows improve energy efficiency and are especially beneficial when installed over wood windows because they also protect them from accelerated deterioration. Adding interior storm windows as an alternative to exterior storm windows when appropriate. (18) The historic metal storm windows in this 1920s office building were retained and repaired during the rehabilitation project. fa[ (191 Installing a mockup of a proposed replacement window can be helpful to evaluate how well the new windows will match the historic windows that are missing or too deteriorated to repair. WINDOWS 103 REHABILITATION 120 a·d] The original steel windows in this Industrial building were successfully repaired as part of the rehabilitation project (left). 104 WINDOWS REHABILITATION I I RECOMMENDED WINDOWS NOT RECOMMENDED Installing sash locks, window guards, removable storm windows, and other reversible treatments to meet safety, security, or energy conservation requirements. Evaluating the overall condition of the windows to determine Failing to undertake adequate measures to ensure the protection of whether more than protection and maintenance, such as repairs window features. to windows and window features, will be necessary. Repairing window frames and sash by patching, splicing, consoli- Removing window features that could be stabilized, repaired, or dating, or otherwise reinforcing them using recognized preserva- conserved using untested consolidants, improper repair techniques, tion methods. Repair may include the limited replacement in or unskilled personnel, potentially causing further damage to the kind or with a compatible substitute material of those extensively historic materials. deteriorated, broken, or missing components of features when there are surviving prototypes, such as sash, sills, hardware, or Replacing an entire window when repair of the window and limited shutters. replacement of deteriorated or missing components are feasible. Removing glazing putty that has failed and applying new putty; or, if glass is broken, carefully removing all putty, replacing the glass, and reputtying. Installing new glass to replace broken glass which has the same visual characteristics as the historic glass. Replacing in kind an entire window that is too deteriorated to Removing a character-defining window that is unrepairable or is not repair (if the overall form and detailing are still evident) using needed for the new use and blocking up the opening, or replacing it the physical evidence as a model to reproduce the feature or with a new window that does not match. when the replacement can be based on historic documentation. If using the same kind of material is not feasible, then a compat- Using substitute material for the replacement that does not convey ible substitute material may be considered. the same appearance of the surviving components of the window or that is physically incompatible. WINDOWS 105 REHABILITATION :J RECOMMENDED WINDOWS NOT RECOMMENDED Modifying a historic single-glazed sash to accommodate insulated Modifying a historic single-glazed sash to accommodate insulated glass when it will not jeopardize the soundness of the sash or glass when it will jeopardize the soundness of the sash or signifi- significantly alter its appearance. cantly alter its appearance. Using low-e glass with the least visible tint in new or replacement Using low-e glass with a dark tint in new or replacement windows, windows. thereby negatively impacting the historic character of the building. Using window grids rather than true divided lights on windows on Using window grids rather than true divided lights on windows in the upper floors of high-rise buildings if they will not be notice- low-rise buildings or on lower floors of high-rise buildings where able. they will be noticeable, resulting in a change to the historic charac- ter of the building. Ensuring that spacer bars in between double panes of glass are Using spacer bars in between double panes of glass that are not the the same color as the window sash. same color as the window sash. Replacing all of the components in a glazing system if they have Replacing all of the components in a glazing system with new mate- failed because of faulty design or materials that have deteriorated rial that will noticeably change the historic appearance. with new material that will improve the window performance without noticeably changing the historic appearance. Replacing incompatible, non-historic windows with new windows [21) The windows on the that are compatible with the historic character of the building; or lower floor, which were too deteriorated to repair, reinstating windows in openings that have been filled in. were replaced with new Thefollowing work is highlighted to indicate that it is specific to Rehabilitation projects and should only be considered after the preservation concerns have steel windows matching the upper-floor historic been addressed. windows that were retained. Designing the Replacement for Missing Historic Features Designing and installing a new window or its components, such Creating an inaccurate appearance because the replacement for the as frames, sash, and glazing, when the historic feature is com­ missing window is based upon insufficient physical or historic docu­ pletely missing. It may be an accurate restoration based on mentation, is not a compatible design, or because the feature to be documentary and physical evidence, but only when the historic replaced did not coexist with the features currently on the building. feature to be replaced coexisted with the features currently on the building. Or, it may be a new design that is compatible with Installing replacement windows made from other materials that are the size, scale, material, and color of the historic building. not the same as the material of the original windows if they would have a noticeably different appearance from the remaining historic windows. 106 WINDOWS REHABILITATION [221 Not Recommended: ( a·b) The original wood windows in this late·19"·century building, which were highly decorative, could likely have been repaired and retained. (c) Instead, they were replaced with new windows that do not match the detailing of the historic windows and, therefore, do not meet the Standards (above). WINDOWS 107 REHABILITATION (23] (a)This deteriorated historic wood window was repaired and retained (b) in this rehabilitation project. 108 WINDOWS REHABILITATION . I RECOMMENDED I WINDOWS NOT RECOMMENDED Alterations and Additions for a New Use Adding new window openings on rear or other secondary, less­ Changing the number, location, size, or glazing pattern of windows visible elevations, if required by a new use. The new openings on primary or highly-visible elevations which will alter the historic and the windows in them should be compatible with the overall character of the building. design of the building but. in most cases, not duplicate the historic fenestration. Cutting new openings on character-defining elevations or cutting new openings that damage or destroy significant features. Adding balconies at existing window openings or new window open­ ings on primary or other highly -visible elevations where balconies never existed and, therefore, would be incompatible with the his­ toric character of the building. Replacing windows that are too deteriorated to repair using the Replacing a window that contributes to the historic character of same sash and pane configuration, but with new windows that the building with a new window that is different in design (such as operate differently, if necessary, to accommodate a new use. glass divisions or muntin profiles), dimensions, materials (wood, Any change must have minimal visual impact. Examples could metal, or glass), finish or color, or location that will have a notice­ include replacing hopper or awning windows with casement ably different appearance from the historic windows, which may windows, or adding a realigned and enlarged operable portion of negatively impact the character of the building. industrial steel windows to meet life-safety codes. Installing impact-resistant glazing, when necessary for security, Installing impact-resistant glazing, when necessary for security, that so that it is compatible with the historic windows and does not is incompatible with the historic windows and that damages them damage them or negatively impact their character. or negatively impacts their character. Using compatible window treatments (such as frosted glass, Removing a character-defining window to conceal mechanical appropriate shades or blinds, or shutters) to retain the historic equipment or to provide privacy for a new use of the building by character of the bui Iding when it is necessary to conceal mechan­ blocking up the opening. ical equipment, for example, that the new use requires be placed in a location behind a window or windows on a primary or highly­ visible elevation. WINDOWS 109 IDAHO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AGENDA# ___ Ifft Foundation Fund Guidelines Deadline: March 15 (Spring) & August 15 (Fall) Anticipated Award Notification Date: Late April (Spring) and Late September (Fall) Applications Reviewed By: Fund advisors Richard W. Garvin, Mark Buckalew, and Howard Burnett Grant Range: Grants typically range from $3,000 - $10,000. About the Ifft Foundation Fund Sara Ifft and her late husband, Nicholas Ifft 111, established the Ifft Foundation Trust in October 1984. Nick, his father and his grandfather were engaged in the newspaper publishing business for more than a century. The Ifft family newspaper enterprises benefited from the loyalty of its readers, so it was Nick and Sara's desire to return some of those benefits to the communities of southeastern Idaho. In June 2001, the Ifft Foundation's assets became an advised fund in the Idaho Community Foundation (ICF). Eligibility for Funding Consideration Grants are limited to 501c3 public charities, governmental agencies, or public educational institutions whose activities will benefit the following Southeastern Idaho counties: Oneida, Bear Lake, Caribou, Franklin, Power, Bingham and Bannock. The advisors to the Fund will consider grant requests for activities and projects that: • Benefit community beautification and public recreation in Southeastern Idaho with primary emphasis on landscaping and beautification projects. • Benefit education, history and the arts in Southeastern Idaho • Improve the quality of public life in Southeastern Idaho Proposals Ineligible for Funding: • Projects that benefit a private individual • Projects located on private property • Requests for salaries, benefits, operating expenses, or general organizational budget items • Requests for funds to be used to purchase real property • Fee based services such as administrative, professional, architectural, or consulting fees • Printing or development of written informational materials such as brochures, booklets, leaflets, etc. • Funding requests from private schools and churches. • Public school program or equipment funding except for landscaping and public use auditorium improvements. Application Process: To apply, log in to your ICF account and click on Available Grants. Grant Reporting: If awarded a grant, the grant period is just under one year, with End of Grant Reports due one year from the application deadline in which you submitted (i.e., if you received an award from the March cycle, your report is due on March 15 th of the following year). The report can be accessed by logging into your ICF account, and clicking on My Awards. Questions? Please email Grants@idahocf.org or call (208)342-3535. I DA H O AGENDA# ____.1.y_ GRANT GUIDELINES ABOUT IHC In 1973 the Idaho Humanities Council was founded as an independent, non-profit organization to promote greater public awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the humanities in Idaho. Through history, literature, languages, philosophy, law, cultural anthropology, comparative religions, and other humanities disciplines, the humanities inspire reflective, contemplative, intellectual discovery and the quiet, often solitary questioning that reveals to us what we value most in life. At the same time the humanities thrive on civic dialogue and lifelong learning for all citizens. Therefore, in its most distilled language, the mission of the Idaho Humanities Council is to provide Idaho citizens with opportunities to deepen understanding of human experience by connecting people with ideas. The overriding vision of the Idaho Humanities Council is that the humanities inspire a more literate, tolerant and intellectually inquisitive Idaho citizenry, better able to embrace life's possibilities. The Council plans and conducts projects on its own and in cooperation with other organizations such as universities, colleges, libraries, civic clubs, professional associations, historical societies and museums, and other cultural, educational, and community entities. IHC also provides grant support for humanities projects throughout Idaho. THESE GRANT GUIDELINES DESCRIBE THE KINDS OF PROJECTS IHC SUPPORTS THROUGH GRANTS AND OUTLINES ITS APPLICATION PROCEDURES. APPLICANTS ARE STRONGLY ADVISED TO SEEK MORE DETAILED INFORMATION THROUGH STAFF CONSULTATION BEFORE COMPLETING AND SUBMITTING THEIR PROPOSALS. GRANT TYPES AND DEADLINES ► Major Grants (over $1,000}- No upper level of funding has been fixed; however, few awards exceed $10,000. The level of an award depends on the merits of the proposal, the amount of the grant funds available, and the number and quality of proposals in competition. ► Opportunity Grants {$1,000 or less}-An opportunity grant application must be submitted at least 40 days before the planned program. This is to allow ample time for publicity, which includes credit to IHC for providing grant funds for the project. Applications may be submitted online at any time. Allow two weeks for a decision. ► Teacher Incentive Grants ($1,000 or less}-The IHC offers Teacher Incentive Grants for curriculum improvement in the humanities. Applications must be submitted at least 40 days before the planned program. These grants are intended to help K-12 teachers improve the humanities courses they already teach or to help teachers or organizations develop a new or interdisciplinary course or student program in the humanities. Applications may be submitted online at any time. Allow two weeks for a decision. ► Research Fellowship Grants (August/September grant deadline ONLY} Initial Application (Required) Final Application Submission Deadline December 15 January 15 August 15 September 15 Applications are reviewed by the full board in February and October. Activities should be scheduled to begin no sooner than March 1 or November 1 respectively. If the dates of your program events are planned for early in March, we advise that you apply in September; or if the program events are planned for early November, we advise that you apply in January. ASSISTANCE TO APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES If necessary, IHC staff will make special arrangements to provide the guidelines in other formats or to meet with applicants with disabilities at locations other than IHC offices. 2 THE HUMANITIES DISCIPLINES Congress defined the humanities as a set of academic disciplines when it established the National Endowment for the Humanities in 1965. These disciplines include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following fields: ► History ► Philosophy ► Language - both modern and classical ► Linguistics ► Literature ► Archaeology ► Jurisprudence ► Comparative religion ► Ethics ► History, criticism, and theory of the arts ► Those social sciences employing historical or philosophical approaches to their content. This may include cultural anthropology, sociology, political theory, international relations, and other subjects concerned with questions of human nature. ► The study and application of the humanities to the human environment with particular attention to reflecting our diverse heritage, traditions, and history and to the relevance of the humanities to the conditions of national life. The humanities encompass both particular methods of inquiry (dialogue, historical and logical analysis) as well as particular bodies of knowledge such as history, philosophy, and literature. THE ARTS AND THE SCIENCES VS. THE HUMANITIES Since the arts and sciences and the humanities are so closely linked, it sometimes seems unclear what constitutes a humanities project. For purposes of project support, IHC makes these distinctions. IHC does not fund activities that chiefly involve the creation, exhibition, or performance of the arts. IHC might fund activities that focus on art history or criticism. The simple distinction is interpretation vs. performance or expression. Similarly, IHC does not fund science projects dealing with research or dissemination of scientific data, but might fund projects exploring the history of science, critically assessing scientific premises or findings, or examining the ethical considerations inherent in scientific discoveries or technological developments. 3 WHO CAN APPLY? Any non-profit organization, institution, individual, or ad hoc group may receive a grant. Examples of eligible applicants include, but are not limited to: ► Social service organizations and clubs ► Churches ► State and local governmental agencies ► Business and professional groups ► Schools ► Corporations ► Public radio and television stations ► Museums ► Historical societies ► Public libraries ► Arts organizations ► Colleges and Universities Informal groups organized solely to submit a grant may also apply for funding. Applicants need not be incorporated as a non-profit organization or have official tax-exempt status, but they must be able to demonstrate that they are "not for profit" and that they can manage all aspects of the project adequately. DUNS NUMBER REQUIREMENT The federal government requires that all grantee organizations have a DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System) number. Please contact your administrative or grants office to get your DUNS number. This requirement does not apply to individuals. If your organization does not have a DUNS number, the following web page explains how to obtain one: http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/grants/duns num guide.pdf You can also acquire a DUNS number by visiting this website: http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform 4 PROJECT FORMATS Virtually every practical format has been used in IHC-funded projects. Often several formats may contribute to the presentation of topics in one project. You will be asked to specify on the application the event type for your project from the following categories: ► Media - (Film, Television, Radio) ► Digital - (Web and Social Media) ► Publications - (Newspaper (not press releases), Magazines, Catalogues, Guides, Books) ► Exhibits ► Discussion Programs (Book, Film, Lecture) ► Conferences and Symposia ► Festivals (Book, Film, Theater, Fairs, Other Celebrations) ► Performances and Presentations (Including Living History) ► Projects for K-12 Teachers (Institutes, Workshops, Curricular Projects) ► Projects for Students (Authors or Scholars in Schools, Field Trips, History Day, Oral History) ► Preservation and Access Projects ► Local history Projects (Cultural Heritage, Walking Tours, Local Oral History Projects) RESEARCH, BOOK PUBLICATION, FILM PRODUCTION, AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT IHC rarely funds pure research, except through its Research Fellowship program, though most successful public projects require some research in preparation for the central discussion features. IHC funds relatively few book publications. IHC can, however, fund honoraria for scholars to write essays for tabloids and books, provided the publications are likely to reach large public audiences and promote understanding and appreciation of the humanities. The Council funds relatively few film projects. Because of special considerations relating to film projects (high costs, length of time from scripting to production to distribution, the difficulties of obtaining broadcast commitments, etc.), the Council encourages film project applicants to show adequate financial support from parties other than IHC. The Council also encourages applicants to provide pilots, rough-cuts, or previous work samples to accompany media proposals. Except for Teacher Incentive Grants, IHC rarely funds curriculum development. 5 EXAMPLES OF SUCCESSFUL IHC-FUNDED PROJECTS ► The Idaho Human Rights Education Center received IHC support to develop a self-guided tour of the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial in Boise. ► The Hispanic Cultural Center of Idaho received an IHC grant to assist with Fiesta Idaho, an event showcasing and examining Mexican culture and the history of Hispanics in Idaho, including lectures held before and after the festival. ► Bonneville County Historical Society received IHC support to develop its first major exhibit on the regional history of eastern Idaho. ► University of Idaho Philosophy Department received IHC support for a public component in its philosophy conference on time and identity. ► The Sierra Club received an IHC grant to bring a national John Muir Chautauquan to Boise to deliver a historical presentation portraying Muir and using his words to address issues of conservatism. ► Lewis-Clark State College received IHC funding for a video documentary exploring the life of historian Alvin Josephy and his evolving perceptions of Native Americans through the course of his journalistic career. ► Oakwood Elementary teacher Melinda Harris received an IHC Teacher Incentive Grant to purchase videos to enhance her 5 th grade American History curriculum. ► Sandy Rayborn, Riverglen Junior High School, received a Teacher Incentive Grant for her student's oral history project focusing on American wartime veterans. ► Dr. David Adler received an IHC Research Fellowship grant to conduct research for his book about the Supreme Court's role in the expansion of presidential power and the historic relationship of the presidency and the constitution. TYPES OF PROJECTS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR FUNDING IHC will not provide grant support for: ► Projects that involve direct action or the planning of direct action to resolve social issues of public policy or public concern ► Projects that influence an audience toward a single position or present a one-sided, uncritical treatment of an issue ► Scholarships or fellowships for academic credit or the completion of a formal degree ► Performances in the arts, unless their primary role is to foster discussion of literature, history, philosophy, or other humanities disciplines ► Museum acquisitions, unless they are directly related to the implementation of a public humanities project and will be used extensively after completion of the project ► Building construction, acquisition, or restoration costs (including historical preservation costs) ► Equipment purchases unless approved by the Council as essential to the funded project ► Projects which raise funds for profit or for commercial purposes ► Alcoholic beverages or entertainment for projects or project-related activities ► Candidates running for political office 6 THE APPLICATION PROCESS ONLINE SUBMISSION FOR GRANTS Save a tree and some postage. Submit your application online - www.idahohumanities.org. Applications, as well as required drafts, will be submitted via the council's online application form. You will log on to a private, secure system using your email address as your user name. All communication from IHC, including responses to initial applications, award decisions, and follow-up reporting forms, will be sent via this email address. Consult with IHC Staff or Board Member After reviewing the IHC grant guidelines, prospective applicants are advised to discuss their proposed project with a staff member, board member, or both. These discussions are helpful because they enable prospective applicants to determine the feasibility of their proposed projects and to gain a clear idea of the objectives, guidelines, and priority areas of the Council. Submit an Initial Grant Application You may review the Application Questions online - the questions for each type of Grant Application are available as a separate link on IHC's website, under "Grants." You also may view the application questions when you click on the "Apply" link on the IHC website. You will be directed to the online site. You will create a secure account (more information is on the website) and will then click the "apply" button. When you select the appropriate application process to which you are applying, you may click on the "Preview" button and then the "Question List" button at the top of the page to print or download the list of questions for that grant type. Each applicant for a Major Grant is required to submit an initial application one month prior to the final deadline date. The staff will review the initial application, giving special attention to the degree to which the proposed project promises to meet program guidelines and also to the proposed budget. An applicant may revise their initial application and then submit the final application by the deadline date. Submit a Final Application on or Before the Appropriate Deadline Applicants should submit complete applications online by the deadline date. The final application must be signed by the authorizing official, project director and the fiscal agent. Project director and fiscal agent cannot be the same person, but the authorizing official may be the same as either. Electronic signatures are acceptable. Answering the signature question on the application with "I Agree" signifies that all parties have agreed to the submission of the application to the Idaho Humanities Council. 7 CRITERIA FOR REVIEW Applicants need to be aware that their enthusiasm for and understanding of given program ideas are conveyed to IHC chiefly through carefully written applications in which the thinking behind the project concept becomes evident. In reviewing applications, IHC board members examine the following guidelines: ► The project is centered in one or more of the humanities disciplines. ► The project is focused on a topic, text, or idea that is analyzed and discussed using the methodology of the humanities. ► Humanities scholars are involved in the project, and critical thinking and interpretation are evident throughout the program. ► Scholars and the audience are involved in disciplined dialogue benefiting both. ► Members of the intended audience participated in the planning and implementation of the project. The topics and formats proposed are suitable to the audience and promote active participation. ► The roles of all scholars and resource persons are appropriate to the content and format of the project. ► The budget is clear and reasonable in view of its scope and has sufficient cost-share match. COST-SHARE MATCHING REQUIREMENTS Cost-share includes project costs not being paid by IHC. It must be at least equal to the amount requested from IHC. Cost-share may not include other federal funds. In-kind cost-share includes donated time, facilities, supplies, duplicating, travel costs, etc. In-kind does not involve cash outlays, but is calculated at a cash value. Cash cost-share includes any items that require a cash outlay. 8

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