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CITY OF NORTH OI,MSTED LANDMARKS COMMISSIOIV OLD 'I'OWN AALL MONDAY, JULY 10, 2006 MINUTES 1. ROLI. CALL: PRESENT: Mrs. Lord, Mr. Schock, Mrs. Davis, Mr. Dubowski, Mr. Schumann, Mrs. Thogmartin ABSENT: Mr. Orlowski, Mr. Lasko, Mr. Rerko II. 12EVIEW ANI) COIZRECTION OF MINUTES: Mrs. Thogmartin moved to accept the June 12, 2006 minutes with corrections, second by Mrs. Davis which was unanimously approved. III. OLD BUSINESS: IV. NEW BUSINESS: The group discussed the homecoming event, and the idea of presenting the history of the Landmarks Commission as part of the City display. They discussed having something similar to an open house, and notify the residents of Butternut that they will be present. They can make a presentation about their involvement and responsibilities in the community. Mrs. Lord said that in previous years there was an interest in their tent, people would stop by, ask questions. A slide show drew in people. Mr. Schumann mentioned that the historical society will not be participating this year due to the decline in interest. Suggestions were made to create a collage of the historical homes in the city, the Barton Road project, etc. Mr. Dubowski will be working for Community Council for advertising. Mrs. Lord requested that Shannon purchase four tri folds and have them present at the next meeting in August. Handouts will be created including the history of North Olmsted, and Butternut Ridge in particular; they would like 3,000 copies. Commission members will be at the City display between 2-4 pm on Saturday, August 26t1' to answer questions. A letter will go out to the Butternut Ridge residents the week of the 13th. The Light up Butternut Ridge will be mentioned in the letter to suggest the idea to Butternut residents. The group discussed the Stearns home marker. Mrs. Lord would like to speak with someone regarding the location of the sign after the fire station construction. Mr. Schumann suggested the Planning Director might know. Mr. Schock requested an architectural rendering of the new fire house and a site plan for the next ineeting. They would like to use some of the stones in some kind of outdoor memorial at the site, since the sign refers to the home. The stones at the site of the Oxcart Library were used inside the building when it was built. Mrs. Lord mentioned that the state requires the sign be near the road so that it is visible while driving. Mr. Schumann mentioned that there are a few homes on Butternut that are rapidly deteriorating. The Biddulph house is one of those homes, 2586 Butternut Ridge, built in the 1850's. Mr. Schumann suggested the inspector should stop by, that the home hasn't been painted in 15 years, which could cause damage internally. Mrs. Davis said the home was sold 5 years ago to the Rocks, however, their involvement has waned. Several circumstances impeded the progress of the Rocks' repairing the home and projects have not been completed. The owner