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the Landmarks Commission's interests. Ms. Wenger has discussed and agreed with Mr. O'Malley that WECS in the Historic District should be clarified in the ordinance even though it would be considered construction and would be subject to Landmarks review through a COA request. That is why the statement, "For any WECS proposed in a designated historic district, a Certificate of Appropriateness shall be required in accordance with Chapter 165 prior to and as a prerequisite of the administrative review process described herein," was added. This reinforces Landmark's rights to review construction in the Historic District. She recommends avoiding discussion of zoning issues or anything outside Landmarks' jurisdiction. Mr. Schock said the district extends back 300 feet from the center line of Butternut Ridge Road. If a WECS was proposed outside 300 feet, it would not come before Landmarks. Ms. Wenger agreed however the developer would still need to meet all the requirements such as setback and area. Mr. Orlowski requested the Commission look at another provision in his list of suggested additions, which concerns WECS that are likely to have significant and/or unique impacts on adjacent and nearby properties with methods for minimizing the adverse impacts such as buffers and screening. Mr. Schumann reminded the Commission to focus on impacts in the Historic District only. If proposed in the district, the Commission would have jurisdiction over these issues. Ms. Wenger said a Planning and Design Commission meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday, August 12; the matter will then be addressed at a public hearing on August 24. Wednesday will be the last opportunity to submit a statement to the PDC. Mr. Schumann feels the ordnance is well written. We do not know what the future will bring regarding new technology, but the ordinance will prepare the City for all contingencies. He would like to see the Landmarks Commission support the ordinance, as revised, to the PDC and to City Council. Mr. Schock requests time for Landmarks to review the changes before voting on a formal statement. Ms. Wenger recommended, due to the time limit, Landmarks members who wish to do so make a recommendation while others are free to abstain. Mr. Schumann feels Landmarks interests are protected. Ms. Davis added that the Landmarks Commission is responsible for Historic District, not the entire city. Mr. Dubwoski moved, seconded by Mr. Thomas, to submit a statement of support with regards to the WECS legislation to the Planning and Design Commission and to City Council. Roll call: Mr. Orlowski, yes with comment. He is in favor of being proactive on zoning protection for residents, but does not support a carte blanch endorsement to the ordinance. There are many items with which he is uncomfortable. Roll call continued: Mr. Schock, abstain; Mr. Herwick, yes; Mr. Schumann, yes; Mr. Thomas, yes; Mr. Lasko, yes with comment. The review of the Landmarks Commission and the motion is predicated upon the protection and interests of the Historic District. The motion does not extend to an expression of opinion on the ordinance as a whole. Roll call continued: Ms. Davis, yes with comment. She agrees with Mr. Lasko. Roll call continued: Mr. Dubowski, yes. The motion passed with seven yes votes and one abstention. Cemetery Improvement Proiect Mr. Schumann reported a raffle was held at the Art Festival at Frostville to raise funds for the cemetery project. The Olmsted Historical Society intends schedule similar collections at future events. Ms. Wenger said twelve dollars in donations was collected during the Dover Players The