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boiler system. When the lines began leaking four years ago the boiler system was abandoned in lieu of rooftop units for the Middle School. The lines from the Annex Building to the Middle School were truncated at that time leaving the Annex without heat. The North Olmsted Fire Department was granted permission to conduct an exercise in the building. The firefighters used water inside the building, which was not expected. What had been stable asbestos became wet and fell down, creating a hazard. Per an inspection and report funded by the board, the Annex contains a significant amount of asbestos. In addition, the building fagade shows cracks in the brick and may be pushing out part of the roof. A completed architect's plan for redevelopment is expected in the near future. During discussions with Olmsted Historical Society members concerning the plan for construction of a new school, they stated the OHS would not stand in way of demolishing the Annex Building. Mr. Schock commented that the asbestos will need to be professionally removed whether the building is demolished or renovated. Either way, the cost for removal will be a factor. Mr. Thomas asked Mr. Matson if the board plans to save the sandstone piece engraved with the name "Butternut School." Mr. Matson said the stone has a visible crack, but an attempt at saving the stone is planned. Mr. Schock recommended the board consult with a historic preservation expert on all aspects of the redevelopment project and specifically, appropriate ways to restore the Middle School fagade, such as chemical alternatives. Sandblasting is not recommended. Mr. Matson said the board will work with the Olmsted Historical Society in that endeavor. Mr. Schumann suggested the matter be tabled until the September Landmarks Commission meeting subject to the same items as the house. Mr. O'Malley recommended the Board of Education be asked to concur with the motion to table. Mr. Matson agreed to table the request. A Board of Education meeting is scheduled for August 31, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Matson will place both requests on the agenda and invited a Landmarks Commission representative to address the board. Mr. Schock moved, seconded by Mr. Dubowslii, to table the North Olmsted City Schools Certificate of Appropriateness request to demolish the building at 27253 Butternut Ridge Road until the September 14, 2009 Landmark Commission meeting subject to the submittal of a comprehensive redevelopment plan, which was unanimously approved. OLD BLTSINESS Mr. Lasko rejoined the Landmarks Commission at 7:54 p.m. Ordinances 2009-63 and 2009-64: Wind Energv Convea-sion Svstems Mr. Schuman said at last meeting Mr. Orlowski shared information from various sources with respect to the subject of WECS (see attachment to minutes). Mr. Orlowski said the information includes regulations from various county ordinances; none of the provisions were written for developed cities. Franklin County allows no WECS to be located within 1000 feet of any historic site or Historic District. He asks the Landmarks Commission to review the provisions and consider submitting a recommendation to the Planning and Design Commission and/or City Council. He noticed the revised ordinance includes a bond for removal in case the system is abandoned. Mr. Schumann felt any recommendations would need to focus on how the WECS would affect the Historic District. As presented, the ordinance includes provisions that protect