City of Collinsville Cool Cities Committee met Feb. 16.
Here is the minutes provided by the committee:
Brennan called the meeting to order over the ZOOM meeting call at 7:01 pm. The following members were present and answering roll call: Brennan, Lutz, and Glotfelty. Marconi and Young were absent. Also Present: Deputy City Manager Derek Jackson, Planning Commission Chairman Scott Rayho
SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR - NONE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Lutz made a motion to approve the January 19, 2020 meeting minutes. Seconded by Glotfelty. Voice vote: All Ayes. Motion approved (3-0)
DISCUSSIONE
E 1. Guest Speaker – Scott Rayho, Historic Preservation Committee Discussion
Scott Rayho, Planning Commission Liaison to the Historic Preservation Committee (HPC), and Cristen Hardin, Associate Planner and staff liaison to the HPC, provided a joint presentation to the Committee. Hardin explained that the HPC’s primary role is to preserve and highlight historical landmarks within the City.
This includes designating and regulation historical landmark and districts. There are approximately 30 properties currently within the City. Hardin explained that it is a volunteer designation process that is approved by the property owner. The historical properties are then subject to the historic guideline standards for preservation, restoration, and rehab. The Commission is responsible for reviewing any proposed changes to a historic landmark to ensure that the proposed modifications follow the historic guideline standards. This includes both commercial and residential properties. The Commission is also responsible for providing formal input for any properties which are being nominated to be on the national register. The old bank building on Main Street is currently the only property in City limits on the national register. The Commission is also involved with any research regarding preservation efforts for the City. The Commission has a variety of individuals who have a wealth of knowledge with the history of the City overall and can tell the story of how the City has progressed and evolved over time. The Commission also works with the Parks & Recreation Department for the maintenance of the DD Collins house. Rayho stated that in addition to the 30 properties currently designated as a historical property, there is an additional 30properties which the HPC has reached out to in order to potentially become a designated property in the future. Further, Rayho invited suggestions from the Cool Cities Committee for nominations of other properties which may have historical significance to the City for consideration. Rayho stated that the HPC updated their ordinance which contained much needed changes which accounts for city parks, sustainable building practices, and other review process updates. This includes best practices for materials used on historical properties to ensure modern upgrades can be made in a manner which still preserves the historic aesthetic of the structure. Rayho stated that another objective is to grow the efforts to include the designation of historic districts, such as the historic LeClair neighborhood in Edwardsville as an example. Hardin added that the HPC is also looking to make the process user friendly and easy to digest for the average resident who maybe overwhelmed with reading numerous pages of zoning requirements. Jackson inquired about solar panels and high Rvalue materials on historic properties. Rayho stated that the HPC encourages the use of energy efficient materials which can mimic the look and feel of the historic property. Rayho stated it’s all about the viewshed of the property. Property owners are permitted to have solar panels on accessory structures and the dwellings if they’re constructed in a manner which minimizes the impact on the historic aesthetic. Hardin stated that the HPC will be seeking the Cool Cities Committee’s input for future design guideline updates.
NEW BUSINESS - NONE
OLD BUSINESS - NONES
TAFF REPORT
Jackson reported that the City has executed an agreement with SIUE in order to conduct a Green House Gas Inventory in2021. Jackson stated that Dr. Sharon Locke with SIUE’s STEM program and a graduate assistant, Waleska Do Valle Santos, will be working with the City to collect utility data and use Clear path software to generate a report for 2019. Jackson stated that Do Valle Santos would be before the Committee in the near future to present the final report. Jackson shared the video that was created from the December honeysuckle sweep at Woodland Park. Jackson stated that he will be sharing the video no social media in the near future. Jackson provided an update on the Green Business Recognition Program. Jackson inquired with the Committee when we wanted to get the awards out. Brennan stated we should send them out as soon as possible and asked all members to send Jackson nominees the following week. Jackson briefed the Committee that he was meeting with the Collinsville Kiwanis to discuss a possible partnership for a project with the 8thgrade builders club. Jackson briefed the Committee that Gateway Convention Center was being utilized to help distribute vaccinations with the Madison County Health Department.
COMMENTS FROM COMMITTEE MEMBERS
No comments from Committee members.
TEMS FOR MARCH MEETING AGENDA
Jackson stated that he plans on having an update on the Green Business Recognition Award Program.
Motion to adjourn made by Lutz, seconded by Glotfelty.
Voice Vote: All Ayes. Motion Approved (3-0)
ADJOURNMENT at 8:17pm
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