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James Grathwohl,Chairperson ��l► Gy Town Hall Annex
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James Garretson,Vice Chair 4 PO Box 1179
Anne Surchin � • Southold,NY 11971
Gary Parker 'llol �.a� Fax(631)765-9502
Robert Harper Telephone: (631)765-1802
Edward Webb www.southoldtownny.gov
Damon Rallis,Administrative Assistant
Town of Southold
Landmark Preservation Commission
RESOLUTION #2.17.15.1
February 17,2015
Resignation of James Grathwohl as Chair
of the Southold Town Landmark Preservation Commission
RESOLUTION: Accept the resignation of James Grathwohl as chairman of the Southold Town
Landmark Preservation Commission and his intent to remain as a commissioner.
WHEREAS, On February 15, 2015, Chairman James Grathwohl informed members of the
Landmark Preservation Commission of his intent to step-down from the position
of chairperson effective immediately.
WHEREAS, Chairman Grathwohl has served the commission with dedication, integrity and
enthusiasm.
WHEREAS, the commission hereby acknowledges his service with grateful appreciation and
looks forward to his continued service as a valued member.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,that the Southold Town Landmarks Preservation
Commission accepts, with regret, the resignation of James Grathwohl as Chair of the Southold
Town Landmark Preservation Commission.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Surchin, Commissioner
SECONDER: Gary Parker, Commissioner
AYES:Webb, Garretson, Harper
Dear Commissioners,
I apologize for the delay in sending this meeting reminder to you, but a combination of
my familiar health challenges and computer hick-ups coupled with the crazy weather have kept
me from traveling to Cutchogue so i could attend our regular monthly LPC meeting. I
appreciate Jamie being there to chair the meeting --again. Because this scene seems
to be happening quite regularly, I've asked Jamie to take my chairman's position and I will
continue as a regular member whenever i can. I regret having to do this, but very much
appreciate both his support and yours.
I appreciate your concern about the difference in our "Landmarks" versus the Town's
"Historic" designation of our Commission and the code that governs our work. Evidently there
is quite a legal effort to change the code to Landmarks Preservation. Damon will continue to
research the change with the Town attorney and Town clerk, but feels the Town Board will not
make the change.
On the updated LPC Contact List you probably noticed that Jamie's cell phone number is
incorrect. The last digit should be 4, not 9. 1 trust the new floating zone legislation will help
preserve our Town's valuable churches. Ted's efforts on listing the town's lighthouses as
landmarks on our registry is very commendable. Also, I urge Anne and Robert to continue to
press for a motion to the Town Board to approve making monies from the Community
Preservation Fund available for historic preservation projects as Southampton does.
Most important is pressing ahead with our Ben Franklin Mile Marker project as the major
activity of the Town's 375th anniversary celebration. We are cooperating with the 375th
committee as it is also planning a Franklin-related event in May. Zack Studenroth advises that
he may have found financial support. A meeting of that committee is currently planned for Feb.
20, but may have to be postponed.
As you can see, I remain very interested and committed to the fine work of the LPC. I trust
I'll be able to join you as often as possible. If I can be of assistance, please contact me by e-mail
or phone (703-689-2596. Thanks again for your concern and support.
Jim Grathwohl
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James Garretson,Vice Chair W PO Box 1179
Anne Surchin � • Southold,NY 11971
Gary Parker �1�1 �.a0Fax(631)765-9502
Robert Harper Telephone: (631)765-1802
Edward Webb www.southoldtownny.gov
Damon Rallis,Administrative Assistant
Town of Southold
Landmark Preservation Commission
RESOLUTION #2.17.15.2
February 17,2015
Appointment of James Garretson as Chair of the Southold Town Landmark
Preservation Commission
RESOLUTION: Appoint Commissioner James Garretson to the position of Chairperson of the
Southold Town Landmark Preservation Commission and appoint Commissioner Anne Surchin as
Vice Chair of the Southold Town Landmark Preservation Commission.
WHEREAS, On February 15,2015,The Southold Town Landmark Preservation Commission
accepted the resignation of James Grathwohl as Chairperson, and,
WHEREAS, Commissioner James Garretson has served as the commission's Vice Chair, and,
WHEREAS, his appointment to the position of Chair leaves vacant the position of Vice Chair
of the Southold Town Landmarks Preservation Commission,
BE IT RESOLVED,that the Southold Town Landmarks Preservation Commission hereby
appoints Commissioner James Garretson to the position of Chairperson of the Southold Town
Landmarks Preservation Commission and appoints Commissioner Anne Surchin to the position
of Vice Chair of the Southold Town Landmarks Commission for a term ending December 31,
2015.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Edward Webb, Commissioner
SECONDER:Robert Harper, Commissioner
AYES: Surchin, Garretson,Parker