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^ a ? members to review. Homeowners are removing old concrete and expanding the patio, essentially replacing what was there. V. COMMUNICATIONS: Mrs. Lord requested any new information on the Stearns House. Mr. Schock spoke with Kim Wenger and Duane Limpert and Tom Terbrack. It is too late to save the Stearns Home however it could have been saved a year ago with better advance planning. Joe Bouman, a resident, wants to file a restraining order to halt the demolition, though Mr. O'Malley explained that the commission would not be affected by that order. Paul Schumann and Angie Cadwallader were present at a recent council meeting to discuss preservation efforts with the City and to ensure the Historical Society and its position were properly represented. Mrs. Lord commented that the commission has learned a lesson in regards to investigating property internally. It was when people entered the Stearns home that the interest peaked in salvaging the home. Mr. Schumann commented on Rebecca's as another example of a project that could have been salvaged. Mrs. Lord suggested making time for driving or walking through the city as a group to investigate buildings. Mr. Schumann suggested working with SITES teachers Jeff Zullo and Vicki Gummow. They might consider working with Landmarks for student volunteers. Mrs. Thogmartin suggested using them for archiving. Mrs. Lord mentioned using technology, said that for a previous project they had reviewed the Tax Book. Anything built before 1930 was highlighted, distributed to members, and investigated by commission members. They utilized all pertinent information, photographs. They may be able to establish a top 10 list of homes, then a top 100. Significant landmarks need to be targeted. Landmarking properties can be used to bring the cities history to the forefront. Mr. O'Malley requested that they malce a legislative request to address the ordinance so that it is not prohibiting demolition. Mr. O'Malley also mentioned another significant historical structure the Seltzer home on Lorain Road. Mrs. Lord questioned whether we have other historical districts- there is potential for other districts. Mrs. Lord was very pleased regarding the Planning Department's involvement with the CLG and believes that they are on the way to getting the CLG off the ground. Mrs. Lord aslced if anyone wanted to purchase a ticket to attend Community Citizen of the Year Banquet. Donation is $16.00 per person. Mr. O'Malley suggested distributing them and people can pay at the door. Mrs. Lord noted the travel guide for National Trust as well as membership for the National Trust. She mentioned to members the benefits of carrying the card while visiting certain destinations. Membership to the Cleveland Restoration Society was discussed. A non-profit membership is $75.00. Mr. Schock moved to renew the membership for $75.00 to Cleveland Restoration Soeiety. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Thogmartin, which was unanimously approved. VI. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Archival Committee: Commission members reviewed the status of archives. Mrs. Thogmartin said there was one bottom drawer empty, a couple metal cases. The upper drawers are jammed, and things need to be spread out. The Commission discussed how long to retain magazines and other information