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Cliff Crabbs of 25575 Butternut Ridge is a professional engineer and submitted his letter (attached) listing concerns. The entrance is in the historic district is creating a new issue. Laura Childs of 5988 Columbia stated that Butternut Ridge would be damaged by the construction of a road into the district, compromising its integrity. Mr. Schumann said that the Commission needs more time to review the new developments in the plans and options. Mr. O'Malley suggested speaking openly to the applicant and the members about how they would like to proceed. Mr. Thomas was concerned about the negative impact as a historic district. Mr. Orlowski asked if the developer considered an entrance on Columbia. Ms. Wenger noted that the owner should not be required to purchase additional property to develop it. Mr. Laslco agreed with Ms. Wenger with the direct issues at hand, and felt that one of the two matters before the Commission should be considered at this time. Mr. Orlowski sited that the concept has been reviewed in the past. Mr. Lasko anoved to approve a Certiffacate of Appropriateness for the demolition of 25747 Butternut Ridge Road, seconded by Mr. Schock. Lasko - yes; Schuinann, Schock, Thornas, Herwick, Orlowski, Dubowski - no; motion failed 6-1. Mr. O'Malley stated that the denial of the demolition functions as a moratorium on the property and it is encouraged that the developer and the city continue to communicate. Mr. O'Malley noted that he would assist in drafting the document for the findings for the certificate of appropriateness. At the end of a 6 month period, the applicant may move forward with developing the property, which would require further Coirunission review. Ms. Wenger suggested taking time to review the new plans with options of the existing structure. Mr. Liggett agreed to communicate with the Commission during the six month period in an effort to receive a Certificate of Appropriateness. Fire Station #2 Plan Mr. Schumann spoke to Jack Boss and requested his assistance in creating a monument with the stones from the Stearns home foundation. Ms. Wenger noted that the city will need to review the plan. Mr. Boss noted that sandstone is very porous and will be subject to material wearing. There are several sandstone sealers that will maintain the life of the monument. Mr. Boss noted that the stones could be held with a 3 foot foundation. He has used similar material for signage which was mounted in 3 feet of concrete. Mr. Boss is willing to assist with the project. Peake Farm Ms. Wenger said the Commission has discussed a historic marker for the Peake farm and that it would be timely for Council to recognize this during Black History Month. The marlcer will be in the city right of way. Mr. Thomas noted the farm was located on Mastick Road. The Parker Ranch marker is on the south side of Mastick Road and the Peake marker would be appropriate on the opposite side of the road. Wal Mart contributed a thousand dollars to the Olmsted Historical Society for the marker and Ohio Historical Society has a grant available for seven hundred fifty dollars as well as possible donations from Kiwanis. The Olmsted Historical Society will be the applicant for the Peake marker. Ms. Wenger stated that she will pursue the creation of the legislation. 4