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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/18/2008SOUTHOLD TOWN LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION Meetin.q AFlenda March 18, 2008 Pre-Meeting Work Session (11 a.m. - Doug Constant's - Orient) I. Discuss SOP/Strategies I1. Set Goals for 2008 A. Possible projects: CLG, BF Markers, Infomemials (tax exemptions, etc.), Speakers' Bureau/Lectures, Rehab/Restoration Expo, Art/Essay Competition in Schools, Additional road side markers, Updated landmarks roster/booklet, Historical societies recommend new applicants for landmarking, etc. Establish committee and time line for each approved project. III. Organize Committees Based on Goals for 2008 A. Technical B. Education and Outreach C. PR/Communications D. Preservation Practices E. Awards F. Heritage Tourism IV. Review Challenges in OysterpondslOrient Historic District A. Discuss Crary (Orient) application and Zoning Board's hearing on Jan. 24 and TB meeting on Mar. 11; Next step? V. Walking Tour of District Regular Monthly Meeting (3 p.m. - Town Hall Conference Room) I. Call to Order/Greetings III. Chairman's Comments A. North Fork Promotion Council Membership and adv. In annual tourist book B. Promote rehabing of old/landmark houses for affordable housing, i.e. HFH C. Commissioners provide street addresses IV. VI. 2 Old Business A. Jim and Ron renominated (Jim sent TB notice for appointment); Action? B. Review application of Valerie Scopaz for registering landmark at 56755 Main Road (NY 25), Southold - Barbara C. Discuss "policing" of work on listed landmarks; set a procedure for visiting/inspecting sites before a notice of violation is sent - Damon D Review final draft of Historic Preservation Commission Handbook. Discuss review process, production and distribution (Architects, builders, libraries, realtors, etc.)- Jim has sent Damon an e-mail delineating review process -Damon E. Place Purchase Orders for additional plaques, pamphlets and office supplies that were deferred to after December 31 by Town Board - (on hold until Mel returns) F. Progress on web site - Damon G. Historic Property Tax Exemption (include Town, County and State).. Discuss next steps, i.e. letter to school districts, infomercial in Suffolk Times (perhaps in conjunction with National Preservation Month in May) - Larry will draft Fact Sheet to be part of application packet New Business A. Code Revisions - Based on Code Committee revisions - Damon B. Reprinting of brochure (cream colored) C. Discuss visiting sites in Town van on same day as hearing (1 to 2:30 p.m.?) D. Southold Historical Society's Pdnce Bldg, Repairs - Administrative Approval ? E. Review/Discuss today's hearings Hearings 4:00 p.m. - Kevin Perry, 850 Village Lane, Orient 4:15 p.m. - Dave Fisher, re: McGuire project, Orient VII. AdjournmentJ Next Meeting: April 15, 2008 SOUTHOLD TOWN LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION 2007 Goals and Objec#ves (Ululate to 2008) Review and act on Applications for Certificates of Appropriateness on registered landmarks · Be resource for owners of any landmark · Promote establishment of local historic districts · Produce map locating all registered landmarks in Southold Town · Strive toward adding balance of SPLIA-listed landmarks to Southold Town Landmarks Register (currently must be voluntary) · Enlist support of landmark owners and general public thru seminars and workshops, Preservation Expo, Histodc Landmarks Owners' Club, etc. · Complete and submit application for CLG · Explore sources of additional funds for special projects; consider founding a 501 ©3 foundation, i.e. North Fork Hedtage Conservancy, to accept tax deductible donations · Design web page for inclusion on Town's website Encourage local libraries to establish or expand their book and magazine offerings on historic preservation · Explore listing landmark status in deeds and/or requiring disclosure form and covenants · Pursue local and state tax benefits for owners who restore and/or maintain landmarks Establish liaison with local historical societies, realtors, Chambers of Commerce, architects, builders, lawyers, etc. · Formalize Awards Program (Presentation of house plaques, commendations, annual "Best Restoration/Preservation" awards at a dinner, etc.) · Enlist assistance of Town and State Highways Depte. in repairing/resetting Ben Franklin mileage markers as needed · Promote heritage tourism through new Town brochure; additional roadside markers, cooperation with North Fork Promotion Council A: LandPresewComml.doc Jfg: 1/17/07.