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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-08-18 HPC Packet '''''N,'dJA ') Rescheduled Heritage Preservation Commission Notice of Meeting Monday, August lS, 200S The rescheduled meeting will begin at 7 p.m., Monday, August lS, 200S, in the Council Chambers of Stillwater City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street. AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF July7, 200S MINUTES 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.01 Case No. DEM/OS-37. A demolition request for a single, detached garage located at 921 North 5th Street in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Mark and Kristine Olson, applicants. 3.02 Case No. DEM/OS-3S. A demolition request for a garage located at 502 West Laurel Street in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Robert and Nora Hahn, applicants. 3.03 Case No. DEM/OS-39. A demolition request for garage located at 1104 5th St So in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Kevin Riley, representing, Stephen and Beverly Diemler, applicant. 4. NEW BUSINESS 5. DESIGN REVIEWS 5.01 Case No. DR/OS-40. Design review for fa<;ade renovation, window replacement, new entry and walk-up window located at 132 South Main Street in the CBD, Central Business District. Mark S. Balay Architects, applicant. 6. OTHER BUSINESS 6.01 Heirloom Home Program update and review 6.02 Demolition Ordinance Review 6.03 Update on Municipal Parking Ramp 6.04 CLG Grant Consultant 6.05 Stillwater Lift Bridge Color Options 7. ADJOURN The August 4,2008 HPC meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. See the August 4,2008 HPC packet for cases 3.01 (DEMj08-37), 3.02 (DEMj08-38), 3.03 (DEMj08-39), 5.01 (DRj08-40), 6.01, 6.02, and 6.02. Information on items 6.04 and 6.05 are in this packet. illwater ~=-- -----., "" B'RTHP,AC[ Of "'NNf::rU1A" ') Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: August 14,2008 REQUEST: Recommendation to City Council on selection of consultant for CLG Grant HPC DATE: August 18,2008 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planner ~ DISCUSSION For the second phase of the Heirloom Homes program the City received two proposals. The proposals were received from The 106 Group and Donald Empson. The request for RFP's specified that for this phase of the program that the City was looking to complete inventories for 300 properties in the Community. The project budget is $15,000. The 106 Group stated in their proposal they could complete 220 inventories with the project budget and Donald Empson stated that he could complete 300 inventories with the project budget. Don has completed a number of projects for the City in the past and his work plan meets the scope of work from the RPF. For this reason staff recommends that Donald Empson be awarded this phase of the project. The HPC should review the proposals and make a final recommendation to the City Council. Attached to this memo are the two RFP's from Donald Empson and The 106 Group. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Recommend that the City Council enter into a contract with Donald Empson for the second phase of the Residential Heirloom Homes and Landmark Sites program being funded by a CLG Grant from SHPO. R.F.P. Proposal for the CLG Grant, City of Stillwater Public Education Program, August 2008. Submitted by Donald Empson, 1206 Second Street North, Stillwater, MN (651-351-0172) Proiect Work Plan: From my reading of the RFP, and my discussion with Mike Pogge, this is a listing of the tasks required by the city, which I would provide: 1. Prepare 300 standard SHPO inventory forms. When available, previous survey inventory information will be used. If the homeowner signs on to the Heirloom Homes program, I will visit with the homeowner and supplement the inventory information for that particular house. I will make every attempt to acquire an historic photograph ofthe homeowner's house. 2.) I will enter information from the inventory forms into the fields of a Microsoft Access database which has been prepared. 3.) I will attend the Open House to be arranged by City staff by October 15,2008. 4.) I will meet with the HPC at the October and May meetings. 5.) The City will prepare item 2.3.3 in the RFP. I will participate. 6.) With my assistance, the City will prepare item 2.3.4 in the RFP. 7.) I will e-mail a monthly progress report to SHPO and City staff. 8.) I will produce one master hard copy and a digital master of my material for the City and SHPO at the project's end. City staff will be the public contact. All mailings and photographs will be done by City staff and the H.P.C.. The City will do all maintenance on the Heirloom Homes website. The research, writing and interviews will be done by myself, with assistance from my wife, Kathy Vadnais. The bulk of the work would be done December-February, with completion by March, 2009, if possible. $15,000 is an acceptable amount for the work outlined above. Donald Empson University of Minnesota: Bachelor of Arts Degree, 1965. Minor: History; Major: English. Master of Arts Degree, 1965. Library Science. Advanced Study, University ofIowa, Iowa City. Director, Chippewa County Library, 1965-1967. Montevideo, Minnesota. Instructor, School of Library Science, 1967-1970. University of Iowa, Iowa City. Minnesota Historical Society, St. Paul, Minnesota. Reference Librarian, 1970-1973. Map Librarian, 1973-1976. Self-Employed, Antique clock and watch repair, 1976-1988. Empson Archives, 1995-. Researched seven surveys of Stillwater neighborhoods under the direction of the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission using matching CLG funds. Qualified Principal Investigator under the Secretary of the Interiors Standards. Winner of the 2007 Award of Merit from the American Association of State and Local History. Publications The Street Where You Live. Witsend Press, 1975. Portrait of a Neighborhood. St. Paul, 1980. Guidebook to the 1870 and 1879 Bird's Eye View Maps of Stillwater. Minnesota. Empson Archives, 1995. The Street Where You Live: A Guide to the Place Names of St. Paul. University of Minnesota Press, 2006. Miscellaneous newspaper and magazine articles. Note: I have spent 45 years locating and studying historic houses, taking file photographs of old houses in Lake Elmo and Marine as early as 1963. My extensive knowledge of the history of Stillwater gives me context for the study of its old houses. As a city resident I personally know many of the people who own the old homes. I catalogued the 1976 CETA grant photographs of Stillwater houses. I purchased the yearly tax records (necessary to accurately date the old houses) for the Stillwater library. I had the Stillwater building permits 1885- 1945 microfilmed for the library. I published the Bird's Eye View Maps of Stillwater, which are crucial to a study of the old homes. City of Stillwater Public Education Program -~~-=~-=~.. Phase II Submitted to: City of Stillwater Submjtted by: The 106 Group Ltd. August 7, 2008 1. proj ect Approach ..o... ~~...... ~ ~ ~........ ~~......................~..~. ..o..~............~............ ... ........ ....... ...................... 1 2. Schedu Ie and Fees . .............. ..........~........................~.....~..... ........ ................ ............... ~'...'....... 4 3. Project Team and Qualifications ...............u..~...uU....~UUhuuu.u..u...u.........u....u..u..u...... 6 4. R efe re n c es ......................................................... ~. .. . .. . ~. ..o.. . ~. . .. . .... . . .... ... . . .... . . .. . . .. . .. . . . . .. . . . .. . ~. . .. . .. ..... . .. . ... 9 5... Po rtfo r io ...................~................. .......................~........~.... .............................. ........~. ............... ........ 1 0 The 1 06 Group Ltd~ 370 Selby Avenue St. Paul, MN 55102 August 7, 2008 To the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission: The 106 Group is pleased to present our team for the second phase of the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) public education program. The 106 Group coUaborated with the Stillwater HPC during the initial phase of the Heirloom Home and Landmark Sites program to develop a website and promotional materials for the program, assist in the development and integration of a database to power the website, and conduct the first wave of research and survey for 69 properties that are now available on the website. The 106 Group is a leader in the field of heritage resources planning and management. \Ve have extensive knowledge of the history and cultural resources throughout Minnesota. Our staff brings extensive preservation planning knowledge, with experience ranging from staffing a l\1.innesota HPC to national and international perspectives on heritage interpretation and marketing. We strongly believe that our team offers what you are looking for: · Thorough understanding of the program's history and purpose; · Local and national expertise in a.rchitectural history surveys and planning; · Experience working with the public to document historic properties; · The skills and expertise to successfully conduct and conclude this project; · Experience working with Heritage Preservation Commissions in the Upper iYIidwest; · An established and successful process and approach; and · A recognized high quality service record. We are excited for this opportunity to continue to contribute to the Heirloom Home and Landmark Sites program and the public education for the Stillwater community. If there are any questions pertaining to our proposal, please contact Greg Nlathis in our office: 370 Selby Avenue, Suite 206 St. Paul; lvIN 55102 651-290-0977 (office) 651-290-0979 (fax) gregrnathis@ 1 06group. com Sincerely yours., THE 106 GROUP LTD. K. Anne Ketz President Project Approach Understanding of Background Founded in 1843 on a site overlooking the St~ Croix River) Stillwater was one of only three established towns when j\finnesota Territory was created in 1849. Stillwater was the site of the territorial prison and from the1880s through the early twentieth century, it was one of the world's largest lumber milling centerS4 During this time) many handsome Victorian era houses and stately commercial buildings were constructed in Stillwater~ Given its rich history and unique historic character] Stillwater became an early leader in the jyfinnesota preservation movement. The community has a long history and proven track record of promoting its past and its unique historic character to both instill pride in residents and to attract tourists who enhance the economic vitality of the cityt The results of these efforts include the development of local historic contexts, the listing of numerous properties on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), the local designation of properties, the successful rehabilitation of many historic buildings, and the creation of a strong sense of place4 In recent years, Stillwater has continued to be a leader in the Minnesota preservation movement. Stillwater was one of the first cities in the state to be designated a Preserve r\merica Community and the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) has diligendy used certified local government grants to survey and document historic parts of the city4 The development of the Heirloom Homes and Landmarks Sites Program is yet another example of how Stillwater has remained at the forefront of the preservation movement in J\finnesota. Despite limited staffing and funding to fulfill its mission; through this program the HPC found a way to reach out to a wide audience4 This cutting edge program is both efficient and cost effective4 Through recognition, rather than regulation] the program encourages homeowners to preserve the historic character of their homes and the community by showcasing successfully rehabilitated house and providing technical assistance and links to other sources on how to properly rehabilitate and maintain a historic house~ Moreover, the program educates residents about the history of Stillwater's many historic homes and it allows visitors to learn more about Stillwater and to help them plan their visit During the first phase of the program) the 106 Group assisted city staff with the design of the Heirloom Homes and Landmark Sites website and a database to power it, created promotional materials for the program, developed a brochure on how to rehabilitate a historic house, and completed detailed write-ups for 69 properties that now appear on the website~ The purpose of the second phase of the project is to more fully develop the Heirloom Homes and Landmarks Sites website by completing inventories for approximately 300 Heirloom Houses for inclusion on the website4 StiUwater Heritage Preservation Commission Ci[y of Stillwater Public Education Program 106 Group Page 1 Project Approach Our Approach The 106 Group believes that community outreach and education is one of the most important functions of an HPC since it holds the potential to develop public support for historic preservation~ However, many HPCs never initiate community education efforts due to a lack of resources. The Heirloom Homes and Landmarks Sites program is an excellent example of how the internet is allowing the HPC to overcome this challenge. The program's innovative, web-based approach is allowing the HPC to reach out to a number of target audiences in a cost effective manner, giving the HPC its "biggest bang for a buck.)) Many commUnIties, including Stillwater are already making information available by placing it on their web site. Nlaterials include historic contexts, information and images on historic buildings, walking tour guides and virtual tours] technical assistance for rehabilitation projects) and even regulatory information such as design guidelines and HPC application forms. By adding this type of information to a website and actively marketing it, the City of StiU\vater and the HPC can now reach a wide audience of local residents as well as visitors from around the world. 'By continuing to add properties and technical information to the website) the HPC is encouraging users to revisit the website on a regular basis to learn more about preservation, and to develop a greater appreciation for the unique, historic character of Stillwater. For these reasons we believe that continued updates to th~ \vebsite is an important part of recognizing new program participants as \vell as raising the public7s awareness of and appreciation for Stillwater's wealth of historic resources~ Survey Architectural historians meeting the Secretary of the Interior'.; Professional Qualtfication Standards will examine existing documentation on fIle at the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and the City of Stillwater, including Stillwater Histon~c Co~texts; A Comprehensive Planning..Approach, nelghborhood surveys) previously prepared inventory forms, NRHP nominations, and local landmark nominations. Additionally, the 106 Group will review materials at the NIinnesota Historical Society] the St. Croix Collection at the Stillwater Public Library, the Historic Courthouse in Stillwater) and the Washington County Historical Society as needed in order to complete detailed inventories for each property. During the intensive survey, the 106 Group will document Heirloom Houses in accordance with the Guidelines for Historyl Architect/Ire Projects in Minnesota. Information collected during the survey will be entered into the database that the 106 Group and the City of Stillwater developed for the Heirloom Homes and Landmark Sites program~ The collected information will include the address PIO :; , architectural style] date of construction, SHPO number, building materials] designation date if applicable) basic historic data on the property, and any other information that is agreed upon by the HPC] the SHPO) and the 106 Group~ Stillwater Heritage Prescn:'-ation Commission City of Stillwater Public Education Program 106 Group Page 2 Project Approach While the historical information on each property may vary somewhat:. de~end.ing on the level of existing documentation and '\vhat is uncovered during archival research, it will typically include the name of the historic owner, and the names of the architect and builder if known. Since public outreach and homeowner buy-in are important components of the program) the 106 Group proposes th~t property owners, who indicate ~n thel! application that they know the history .of their home, are contacted to acqwre historical information on their property that can be included in the property inventory. In addition, the 106 Group will ask homeowners if they have any historic photographs of their home that can be used on the website. For homeowners who provide an email address, the 106 Group will contact them d.irecdy~ For property owners who do not provide an email address) the 106 Group requests that members of the HPC make the initial call to the homeowner in order to control costs and allow HPC members to further promote the program. While not required by the Request for Proposals (RFP)) the 106 Gro~p will t:ke digital photographs of each Inv~nto~ed property during the survey to aSSist With the preparation of the inventory fo~ms~ If the HPC desires copies of these Images, the 106 Group will provide them in either a JFEG or TIFF format, at a size and resolution agreed upon by the City and the SHPO. Based on our experience with the first phase of the program, the 106 Group will prepare a narrative description for each property that combines an architectural description and a historical narrative to tell an interesting story about each property. While this format is not the standard approach the SHPO uses to document properties for cultural resource surveys, the SHPO has concurred with this approach for the Heirloom Homes and Landmarks Sites program since it allows for the telling of a more interesting story that is geared towards the public. The inventories will be prepared and provided in the Heirloom Homes and Landmarks Sites database that the 106 Group and the City created in 2007 ~ Consultation and Meetings The 106 Group believes in working cooperatively with its clients as collaborators and as colleagues~ The Project Manager will work closely with the City and HPC to ensure that project goals are met. Communication by telephone or croail will help ensure a smoothly running project, on time and on budget. For example, during the fltst phase of the project, 106 Group communicated regularly with City staff to seek input and provide guidance as the project evolved and moved forward. In addition, monthly progress reports can be submitted electronically to keep the HPC informed of project status. As specified in the RPF, staff from the 106 Group will attend one meeting with city staff, two HPC meetings:. and one public open house for property owners. Given our familiarity with this project:- no additional meetings are anticipated.. Stillwater f-Ieritage Preservation Commission Cit}. of Still"rater Public Education Program 1 06 Group PabJ'C 3 Schedule and Fees Schedule The following schedule is proposed~ It allows adequate rime to conduct research, work with other team members, and complete the surveys and inventory forms while moving the process in a timely fashion to accomplish results within a defined budget. The schedule assumes a September 2008 start date~ Task Research Meeting with City Staff Open House preparation 1 st meeting with HPC Property owner Open House Property owners sign up for program Submit list of properties to SHPO Submit sample survey to SHPO Survey of Heirloom Homes Prepare draft inventory forms 2nd meeting with HPC Submit draft detailed inventories to SHPO Revise draft inventories (if needed) Submit final product to SHPO ~ U r.I'J 0 > o Z u ~ o c ~ ~ 4) ~ ~ '-t ~ ::;! '-l ~ ~ ~ 3 ~ ~ ~ Fees The 106 Group always works on a '''not to exceed" cost estimate with detailed tasks and deliverables~ Given the allotted budget, the 106 Group can complete the tasks described above for 220 properties for an amount not to exceed $14,990 (please see cost estimate on the next page for a more detailed breakdown of costs). If additional tasks or attendance at additional meetings is requested, the costs will be negotiated with the City~ However) for reference, the hourly rates for key staff on this project are provided below. To complete the tasks described abo've for 300 properties, the 106 Group believes that the cost will range from 19)500 to $21,500. Upon request, the 106 Group can provide a detailed cost estimate for completing the tasks described above for 300 properties~ The 106 Group looks forward to meeting with the HPC to discuss creative ways to reduce costs so that more properties can be inventoried within the allotted budget. FEE SCHEDULE FOR KEY STAFF PROFESSrONAL LABOR TYPE HOURLY RATE Principal S80 Anne Ketz ProfessionaL 5 S80 Greg Mathis Professional 3 $67 Saleh Van Erem Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission City of Stillwater Public Education Program 106 Group Pab~ 4 The J 06 Group Ltd. 370 Selby Avenue St. Pau', MN 55 I 02 Estimated Costs Stillwater Public Education - Stage II Inventory Page 1 of 1 Submitted to Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Research & Prep Principal Professional 5 Professional 3 Professional 2 Survey Professional 5 Professional 4 Professional 3 Report Professional 5 Professional 3 Meetings Professional 5 Tef: 65 , .290.0977 Rate Hrs. $80.00 x 1.0 $80.00 x 10.0 $67.00 x 46~O $59.00 x 7.0 Total Labor: 64.0 Expenses: Subcontractors : Total for Research & Prep: Rate Hrs. $80.00 x 3.0 $80.00 x 3.0 $67.00 x 44.0 Total Labor: 50.0 Expenses: Subcontractors: Total for Survey: Rate Hrs. $80.00 x 16.0 $67~OO x 74.0 Total Labor: 90.0 Expenses: Subcontractors: Total for Report: Rate Hrs. $80.00 x 10.0 Total Labor: 10.0 Expenses: Subcontractors : Total for Meetings: Total $80 $800 $3,082 $413 $4,375.00 $149~OO $O~OO $4,524.00 Total $240 $240 $2,948 $37428~OO $0400 $0.00 $3,428.00 Total $1,280 $4,958 $6,238~OO $0.00 $O~OO $6,238.00 Total $800 $800.00 $0.00 $0.00 $800.00 Total: 214.0 $14,990.00 , 06group.com August 07, 2008 Fax: 6S J 4290.0979 Project Team and Qualifications Project Team The 106 Group is a :Minnesota based cultural resources management and interpretive planning company with over 15 years of experience working in the area~ Although domiciled in St~ Paul, the company brings a national and international perspective as many of its principals and staff have lived and worked in many parts of the world~ Co-owners~ Anne and David Ketz, have chosen to bring their experience and skills to :M.innesota, where they have helped to shape the preservation and interpretation of many of the state)s most important historic sites. Starting from a group of archaeologist and historians, the 106 Group has grown to be a company with diverse products that include interpretive planning, graphics design, web and database development, and marketi.ng~ The blending of these skill-sets in a team environment will serve to meet the needs required for the Stillwater Public Education Program. The 106 Group Ltd. The 106 Group is a. recognized leader in cultural resources management and interpretive planning~ We place the highest value on our professionalism and ability to consistently deliver quality results~ Our interpretive work defines the power of place, discovers its stories, and interprets them both creatively and strategically. In our resource management projects) we assist our clients through the process of meeting the various regulations and mandates established to protect and document our nation's cultural resources. Located in St. Paul, :Minnesota, we work throughout the Wdwest and beyond. We offer our services and expertise in the following areas: . Historic preservation Interpretive planning Preservation laws and compliance Architectural history Archaeology Information systems Ethnography Tribal consultation . . . . . . . The 106 Group is a family owned business) where the values of our family are reflected in our firm. We adhere to the principals of integrity) reliability, creativity, and hard work. Anne and David Ketz established the 106 Group in 1992. Anne Ketz serves as company president and technical director9 Born in the UK, and having worked on several continents, Anne brings her international experience and perspective to the company~ She specializes in guiding clients through the maze of state and federal preservation law, and is recognized for her contributions to international discussions on heritage planning and interpretation. David oversees all business operations and leads the research and development of employing new technologies in the field of cultural resources management. He \vas one of the founding members of the American Cultural Resources Association. The staff at the 106 Group brings together a diverse range of expertise under one roof: interpretive planners) Stillwater Heri[age Preservation Commission City of Still,vater Public Education Program 106 Group Page 6 Project Team and Qualifications archaeologists, cultural anthropologists) historians and information systems specialists work together to find creative solutions to complex challenges. The Team Greg Mathis will be the individual with responsibility for fulfilling the contract However) he will be supported by a strong team of professionals with the following key roles. Anne Ketz - Principal-in-Charge Greg Mathis - Project Manager/Preservation Planner Saleh Van Erem - Architectural Historian Biographies Anne Ketz, M.A. Principal-in-Charge Anne Ketz)s career in cultural resources man- agement and planning extends over 20 years. Her experience covers the United States, Great Britain, India, Israel) and Canada. Anne has a recognized expertise for her interpretive planning and management skills. Her sensitivity to others and her sense of diplomacy has brought successful conclusion to complex and potentially controversial projects+ She has worked closely with a broad range of stakeholders, including American Indian elders to ensure respect for their heritage in planning development. Throughout Anne)g career she has demonstrated a unique commitment to the community through public speaking, publications of popular materials on historic and cultural resources) media interviews) teaching school programs, volunteer and intern training, tutoring, and the design and installation of museum displays. Anne recently managed the development of an interpretive master plan for Historic Murphy's Landing. Other important planning projects include the Great River Road) Upper Landing Park, Harriet Island, the Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary, and Spring Lake Park. She presented a paper on interpretive planning of Native American sites at the 2005 International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) conference; and on the politics and ethics of interpretation at the first World Heritage Conference in Puerto Rico] May 2006. Greg Mathis, M.C.R.P. Project Manager/ PreseNation Planner For over 10 years, Greg has worked within the field of historic preserva- tion and urban planning) . gaining a wealth 0 f experience in local, state and federal regulatory processes. He specializes in the HPC design review process by providing assistance to applicants and consuLting with commissions, having worked in both big and small urban environments throughout the Midwest. Greg has evaluated hundreds of buildings) structures and districts for both local designation and for listing on the NRHP J and has written and edited numerous nominations. He oversaw a revision of the City of Minneapolis's heritage preservation ordinance and made substantial contributions to the historic preservation chapter of the Mnnesota state building code. Greg has served on planning teams that developed and implemented a variety of plans for a number of communities. He has assisted HPCs with design guidelines and community outreach activities, including heritage tourism efforts and the development of the ]Minneapolis HPC \vebsite. His extensive work experience t / 1_'-- , ~ I '.. . I . , ~ ~.iIiIIlI.~ :HJ r..,~lr I f',' .1..., ',,"" " .1, ., i ,', ~ 11 I Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Citr of Stillwater Public Education Program 106 Group Page 7 Project Team and Qualifications with preservation commissions, combined with an extensive knowledge of building materials and architectural design allows him to find solutions that meet the needs of both public and private entities. He also provides guidance for developers in utilizing the federal historic preservation tax credits~ Greg holds a Master's Degree in Community and Regional Planning with concentrations in the Built Environment and Historic Preservation from the University of Nebraska-Uncoln. He meets the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for architectural history and history~ Saleh Van M.H~P. Erem, Architectural Historian Saleh is a native and current resident of Stillwater. In the past five years) Saleh has been involved in architectural history and historic preservation projects in :rv1innesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Virginia) Maryland, and Washington D.C. Her work has included Phase I and II architectural survey projects, historical research) evaluations of eligibility, and assisting clients in complying with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act~ In addition, Saleh has prepared indl1{idual and multiple property National Register of Historic Places nominarions~ Saleh holds a Master's Degree in Historic Preservation from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a Bachelor's degree in Art History from the University of Wisconsin-:Milwaukee~ Her skills and abilities have allowed her to successfully complete a wide array of architectural history and historic preservation projects throughout the country~ Saleh meets the U.S~ Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for history and architectural history. ReSUDles For more information concerning the qualifications and experience of each team member, please see the full resumes at the end of this proposal. Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Ciq' of Stillwater Public Education Prob~am 106 Group Page 8 References We encourage you to contact the following references to confirm the skills and expertise of the 106 Group project team in relation to this project. John Crippen Director :M.ill City Museum Minnesota Historical Society 710 South 2nd Street 1vfinneapolis) 11N 55401 612-341-7648 Steve Russell Community Development Director City of Stillwater Ci ty Hall 216 North 4th Street Stillwater, 1{N 55082 651-430-8821 Mary Jackson Dakota County Office of Planning Department 14955 Galaxie Avenue Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-891-7039 Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission City of Stillwater Public Education Progmrn 106 Group Page 9 STILLWATER EXPERIENCE Portfolio Stillwater Public Education Program, Stillwater) Minnesota. In the summer of 2007) Stillwater initiated the fIrst phase of the Heirloom Home and Landmark Sites program aimed at educating and engaging the residents of Stillwater in preservation. The 106 Group assisted the Stillwater HPC with the development of a database and data collection points) designed a new website linked to the information in the database, and developed marketing materials to inform the residents of Stillwater about the program and on how to properly maintain historic houses. Architectural historians from the 106 Group also conducted a survey of 69 properties to include on the webslte. n. HIirtaam ...... Pragr.- .. . faInl.cbt of ,. CIJ IiIf ~ .. .......... PraMnd:In ~(HPQb__ ............ will) ........ .. ~ chnaItdb*...... The ... flIlIIII ,...., _ . ~~.... ........... pm4I'Wd Of' ~ .... hIIkwiD bomII ~ hIItI::ri:I ~ ..- ....... ~......- ....... Sb:s ~..... 1:1: -.d..-..-....... St. Croix River Crossing, Stillwater Bridge, Washington County, Minnesota~ As part of the planning process for the St. Croix River Crossing project at Stillwater, the 106 Group conducted an architectural history survey to identify properties eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places that could be affected by the new bridge. Of the 112 properties documented, three properties were recommended as eligible for the National Register. The William and Mary Danforth House is a distinctive Second Empire style house; the Fairview Cemetery is a remarkable example of the Rural Cemetery movement; and the Stillwater & St~ Paul Railroad had a significant impact on the lumbering and manufacturing economy of Stillwater. Other National Register eligible or listed properties include a unique shoddy mill, a historic overlook, a log cabin, the Stillwater State Prison Historic District, the Stillwater Commercial Historic District) and the Stillwater Cultural Landscape District~ This analysis was incorporated into the Environmental Impact Statement planning process. Minnesota Territorial/State Prison, Stillwater) Minnesota. As part of the proposed redevelopment of the historic territorial/ state prison site, the 106 Group conducted extensive archaeological investigations and worked closely with the City of Stillwater and the development team to identify and interpret the archaeological and historic resources on this National Register listed site and assess the effects of the development on the resources. A brochure and various technical reports were prepared. Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission City of Stillwater Public Education Prob~am 106 Group Page 10 Portfolio HISTORIC PROPERTY SURVEYS Architectural History Update and Survey for the City of Carver, Minnesota. The 106 Group conducted an architectural history survey update of the Carver Historic District and surrounding area for the City of Carver. The purpose of this Certified Local Government grant funded architectural history investigation was to update existing survey information for the Carver Historic District, such as historical integrity, alterations, demolition, additions, and new construction; reevaluate the boundaries of the historic district for any potential changes; and document properties 50 years of age or older within the City of Carver Historic Resources Survey Area within the city limits of CaIVer~ The 106 Group updated the inventory forms for previously surveyed and listed properties and generated new inventory forms for undocumented properties located within the boundaries of the City of Carver Historic Resources Survey Area. This study recommended that the period of significance for the Carver Historic District be reevaluated and extended to 1925, to account for the substantial amount of development that occurred in the district in the 19105 and early 1920s.. Within the Historic Resources Survey Area, two properties are potentially eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places~ Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis, Minnesota. \Vhen Hennepin County began planning for the rail-to-trails project now known as the j\fidtown Greenway, they called on the 106 Group to evaluate the historic potential along the former rail and industrial corridor. As a result of the survey, the Chicago, :Milwaukee, & St. Paul Railroad Grade Separation was determined eligible, and the 106 Group wrote the National Register nomination for this complex historic district which was listed in 2005. Other important and unusual resources found along the corridor included the Zinsmaster Baking Company, the South Side Destructor, and a district of apartment buildings. The 106 Group worked closely with Hennepin County, the Minnesota Department of Transportation, and the SHPO on the project; which included a great deal of public and agency consultation due to the complex development~ City of Grand Forks, Central Business District) North Dakota. The devastating flood and fire in 1997 led to the historical study of Grand Fork's Central Business District (CBD)i The goal of the project was to re-evaluate National Register-listed properties in the CBD to determine if they form an historic district. A National Register Multiple Property Listing was previously prepared in the early 1980s~ The tasks for this project included te-surveying the CBD, revising and up-dating the historical contexts, and recommending boundaries and a period of significance for a potential historic district on behalf of the city's HPC~ Stillwater I-Ierirage Presen.'"ation Commission Cit}r of Stillwater Public Education Program 106 Group Page t 1 Portfolio Lake City Survey, Minnesota. The 106 Group conducted a reconnaissance-level historic resources survey for the Nlississippi riverfront community of Lake City. This survey provided the Heritage Preservation Commission with a base of informa.tion about the city)s historic resources for the purposes of future planning and evaluation~ Specific information gathered includes evaluation of the historical integrity of 84 buildings within the survey area, and basic historical ownership information~ In addition, an outline of potential historical contexts for Lake City and recommendations for future research and survey were presented. PUBLIC OUTREACH FOR HISTORIC PROPERTIES Near Northside Redevelopment, Minneapolis) Minnesota. As part of the planning process to redevelop former public housing sites in the Near Northside area, the 106 Group played three key roles. First) because the Near Northside project received federal Empowerment Zone funding) the 106 Group provided consultation services to assist the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the City of lVIinneapolis through the Section 106 process and other legislative processes. This process included consultation with the State Historical Preservation Office) the city>s Heritage Preservation Commission) extensive public outreach and tribal consultation, and preparation of a Programmatic Agreement~ Secondly) the 106 Group prepared a technical compliance-related report for the survey and documentation of a variety of properties, including an early-twentieth century Jewish historic district~ Thirdly., the 106 Group prepared a report on historic interpretive potentiaL The purpose of this report was to identify and develop important historical themes within the Near Northside community and suggest ways that these themes and stories could be incorporated into the overall design of the redevelopment project. Some of the keY' ideas proposed were: developing a heritage walk that would connect various media and highlight actual historical sites and where historic buildings have been demolished, use of plaques) markers and public art as commemoration~ , Upper Landing Park, St. Paul, Minnesota. When the City of St4 Paul Division of Parks and Recreation was planning to create a new park along the St, Paul riverfront near the site of the former steamboat levee known as Upper Landing, the 106 Group, as part of the design team) .. prepared a culrural resources overview ,,,,.if.!j:~ Ci"~.d'~ >>'4" :~-;;Lr:;/~'{) ~i'A&~ and interpretive plan of the park area. · _ ~ _ t7:e- ~~"<".'--...d _-" The report provided a summary of the historical development of the site, identified known archaeological properties, and made recommendations regarding the archaeological and historical potential of the area~ In addition, a heavily illustrated interpretive planning document identified historical themes [;i'd Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission City of S rilhv:uer Public Education Program 106 Group Page 12 Portfolio associated with the landing and how they might be interpreted within the park. The plan was created for the Division of Parks and Recreation and presented at a charrette for stakeholders. SURVEYS AND PROCESSING LARGE VOLUMES OF INFORMATION Cedar Rapids Architectural History Surveys, Cedar Rapids Iowa. The 106 Group conducted an architectural history survey for the Department of Community Development - Housing Services in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This survey was undertaken so that the city, which regularly receives grants from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)) would be in compliance with federal regulations concerning historic properties. The final results were presented in a very user-friendly format acceptable to the Iowa SHPO. The 106 Group developed a database that would allow the city to produce individual forms, and to add or update properties as needed. Subsequendy, the 106 Group employed this same survey system for a second survey completed for the City. Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission I Website and Database, Minneapolis, Minnesota.. During the time Greg Mathis worked with the NIinneapolis HPC he developed the fields for the NIinneapolis Cultural Resources Database ~CRD) and collaborated with the SHPO and an outside consultant to develop the database in Microsoft Access. The MCRD is database is compatible with the SHPO Architectural-History Database and with the City of Minneapolis' geographic information system. Greg also designed the basic layout of the site architecture drafted most of the content for the HPC website and worked closely with the City)s webmaster to actually implement the HPC website. The HPC website was among the first on the City website to feature an easily identifiable address) a unique logo and on-line permit application forms. =J1'[{DI~'Iiii__ _lHRrB' ~l ~..-- -4. 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She has worked closely with a broad range of stakeholders, including community activists, planners, and American Indian leaders to ensure respect for each community's heritage within the planning process. Anne is a recognized expert in guiding clients through the maze of preservation legislation at federal, state, and local levels. Throughout Anne's career, she has demonstrated a unique commitment to the community through public speaking, publications of popular materials on historic and archaeological resources, media interviews, teaching school programs, volunteer and intern training, tutoring in archaeology" and the design and installation of museum displays. Anne meets the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for work in history, architectural history, and archaeology ~ EDUCA T10N 1986 M.A., Historical Archaeology, University of Massachusetts-Boston, MA 1981 Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies, University of Leicester. England 1980 B.A., Hons. Ancient History/Archaeology, University of Manchester, England PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 1992-date The 106 Group Ltd.., St. Paul, MN; President and Technical Director · Maintains close and open communication between clients, state historic preservation offices, state archaeologists, community leaders, American Indian elders, project team members, and other concerned parties, to ensure smooth progress of projects. · Defines project scopes in consultation with clients and review agencies ensuring the highest quality product. · Develops public outreach programs and seeks innovative solutions to complicated preservation issues. Identifies ways our cultural resources can enhance development projects. 1991-1992 BRW, Inc., Minneapolis~ MN; Principal Investigator · Principal investigator for cultural resources projects including architectural history and archaeology surveys in Minnesota., Iowa, and Washington. 1987-1990 Engineering-Science, Inc., Washington, D.C.; Laboratory Director and Data Manager · Developed all laboratory procedures, processed and analyzed artifacts, coordinated with field staff, and trained and supervised laboratory staff. · Managed creation of computerized corporate archive of more than 20,000 archival materials for Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Anne Ketz SELECT HISTORIC PRESERVATION, ARCHAEOLOGY, AND CUL rURAL RESOURCES EXPERIENCE 2005-2006 Mesaba Energy Project, Excelsior Energy, Iron Range, MN 2004-2005 Smith Avenue Transit Hub) Data Recovery Program, St Paul, MN 2004-2005 PolyMet Mining Cultural Resources Planning, Iron Range, MN 2003-2006 Historic Murphy's Landing Master Plan, Scott County, MN 2001-2005 Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary at Lower Phalen Creek, St Paul, MN 1997 -1999 Science Museum of Minnesota~ Archaeological Data Recovery of the Washington Street Residential District, St. Paul, MN Phalen Boulevard, St Paul, MN Literature Search for Devil's Lake Basin and Sheyenne River:. ND Spring Lake Park Interpretive Plan, Cultural Resources~ Dakota County, MN Shakopee Mdewakanton Dakota Community, Cultural Resources Consultation Harriet Island Redevelopment, Cultural Resourcest St. Paul, MN Whydah Ship Project, Maritime Explorations Inc., MA Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities, ME 1995-2003 1997-2002 2003-2005 2001-2002 2002 1985-1986 1984 SELECT PUBLIC OUTREACH AND INTERPRETIVE PLANNING EXPERIENCE 2005-2006 2000 1999 1998-1999 1998-1999 1996 1985 1984 1981 1980 1979-1980 1978-1979 St. Anthony Falls Interpretive Plan Evaluation Landmark Series presentation Power of Place~. Cultural Planning. Tourism~ and Economic Development~ St. Paul, Minnesota. Complete Scholar Class, "The History and Archaeology ofSt. Paul's Riverfront Area/~ University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN Harriet Island Redevelopment, St Paul, MN, Schools Program Great River Road Heritage Tourism Development, IA to MN Border Historic Arnold Farmstead, Blue Earth County, MN Peabody Museum, Harvard University, MA Museum of the City of New York, NY Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto, Canada Southampton Museum, England Manchester Museum, England Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum, England REPORTS AND PUBLICATIONS Author or co-author of over 60 cultural resources and historic preservation reports nationwide. Highlighted publications and papers include: · Dakota Stories and Places: Collaborations withJ and New Interpretations of a Neglected Native Community. Paper presented at the ICOMOS Conference, Charleston, SC, 2005. · St~ Paul on the Mississippi: Finding a Balance with Living Culturalsl Cultural Resources, & Redevelopment. Symposium Chair, Society for Historical Archaeology Conference, 81. Paul, MN, 2000~ · Public Image / Private Reality: An Analysis of Differentiation in a 1 ~h Century St. Paul Bordello. Co-authored paper presented to the Society for Historical Archaeology Annual Meeting, Atlanta, Georgiat January 1998~ Published in Historical Archaeology Special Series, May 2005. Greg Mathis SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS For over 10 years, Greg has worked in the field of historic preservation and urban planning, gaining a wealth of experience in local, state, and federal regulatory processes. He specializes in the Heritage Preservation Commission's design-review process by providing assistance to applicants and consulting with commissions. He has worked in both large and small urban environments throughout the Midwest Greg has evaluated hundreds of buildings, structures, and districts for both local designation and for listing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and has written and edited numerous nominations. He oversaw a revision of the City of Minneapolis's heritage preservation ordinance and made substantial contributions to the historic preservation chapter of the Minnesota state building code. Greg has served on planning teams that developed and implemented plans for a number of communitieS4 He has assisted heritage preservation commissions (HPCs) with design guidelines and community outreach activities, including heritage tourism efforts~ His extensive work experience with preservation commissions, combined with an extensive knowledge of building materials and architectural design, allows him to find solutions that meet the needs of both public and private entities. He also provides guidance for developers in using the federal historic preservation tax incentives. Greg holds a master's degree in community and regional planning with concentrations in historic preservation and the built environment from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He meets the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards and is a qualified consultant of the Minnesota Department of Transportation in the areas of architectural history and history. EDUCATION 2000 M~C~R.P.~ Community and Regional Planning with concentrations in Historic Preservation and the Built Environment, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska 1994 B.A., Geography, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2006-present The 106 Group Ltd., St. Paul, MN; Senior Architectural Historian and Historic Preservationist · Responsible for research, writing, fieldwork, and historic context development of compliance surveys and determinations of eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places~ Additional responsibilities include working with HPCs, design review assistance, heritage planning processes, and community planning and revitalization. 1999....2006 Minneapolis Planning Department, Minneapolis, MN; Senior PlannerJ Heritage Preservation · Served as professional staff to the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission assisting with the development of a new preservation ordinance and state building code. Actively participated in planning teams and technical advisory committees that addressed planning problems, and prepared and implemented master plans. Performed design review for the issuance of Certificates of Appropriateness. Evaluated properties for local landmark and National Register eligibility. Coordinated with the State Historic Preservation Office (SPHO) to complete Section 106 reviews. October 1997-May 1998; September 1998-May 1999 Urban Development Department, Lincoln, Nebraska; Community Development Specialist and Intern · Worked in design team to prepare neighborhood redevelopment plans, implemented plans, and performed project management. Designed databases, conducted statistical analysis, and worked with U.S. census data. Authored grant applications and responded to requests for proposals. Greg Mathis May-August 1998 Sioux Falls Planning Department, Sioux Falls, SD; Preservation Intern · Researched properties and nominated them to the NRHP. Prepared reports and acted as a liaison between the SHPO and the preservation board. Interpreted state preservation laws. 1995-1997 Lincoln Planning Department, Lincoln, Nebraska; Senior Preservation Intern. · Conducted architectural surveys and assisted with the administration of Lincoln's Section 106 program. Researched and prepared local landmark and NRHP nominations. Performed design review:. provided technical assistance for rehabilitation work, and checked projects work for compliance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards~ Presented reports to commissions and responded to public inquiries~ REPORTS AND PUBLICATIONS · Author and Editor: Several Local Landmark Nominations including: Layman's (Pioneers and Soldiers Memorial) Cemetery, Minneapolis, 2006; Station No~ 13 Minneapolis Fire Department, Minneapolis, 2003; Harmon Place Historic District, Minneapolis, 2001; Havelock Historic District, Lincoln, NE, 1999; Hawley Historic District:. Lincoln, NE, 1998~ · Author and editor: Numerous National Register of Historic Places nominations including: the Old Courthouse and Warehouse Historic District, Sioux Falls) SO, 1999; Palisade and Regent Apartments, Lincoln, NE, 1998; Chicago:. Burlington & Quincy Steam Locomotive No~ 710, Lincoln, NE, 1997; and Greek Row Historic Districti Lincoln, NE, 1997. · Author: Numerous professional planning documents, staff reports for certificates of appropriateness, and property evaluations for local and national designation~ · Author: Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission Standards and Policies for Historic District Identification Sign. Submitted to the City of Minneapolis, 2006. · Author: PresenJe America Application~ Submitted to the City of Minneapolis, 2006. · Contributor: Minnesota State Building CodeJ Chapter 1311 J Guidelines for the Rehabilitation of Existing Buildings. Published by the Minnesota Department of Administration, St Paul, Minnesota, 2003 and 2005. · Contributor: Minneapolis Riverfront District Signage and Wayfinding Master Plan, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2004. · Co-author: Chapter 599 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances, Heritage Prese~ation Regulations. Submitted to the City of Minneapolis, 2001. · Contributor: Update to the Historic Mills District Master Plan. Submitted to the City of Minneapolist 2001. · Contributor: Elmwood: A Small Town Vision~ Submitted to the University of Nebraska- Lincoln, Department of Community and Regional Planning, Lincoln, Nebraska, 19974 ADDITIONAL TRAINING · Commissioner Assistance and Mentoring Program, offered by the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions, September 2004 · Section 106 training, United States Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office, April 2006 · HUD Environmental Assessment Training) United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, May 2006 · National Trust for Historic Preservation Conferences, 1995, 19991 2000~ 2003, 2005 · Minnesota Statewide Historic Preservation Conference, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004~ 2005 Saleh Van Erem SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Saleh has been involved in architectural history and historic preservation projects in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C~ Her work has included Phase I and II architectural survey projects; historical research, evaluations of eligibility, and assisting clients in complying with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. In addition, Saleh has prepared individual and multiple property National Register of Historic Places nominations. Saleh holds a Master's Degree in Historic Preservation from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a Bachelor's degree in Art History from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her skills and abilities have allowed her to successfully complete a wide array of architectural history and historic preservation projects throughout the country. Saleh meets the U"S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for history and architectural history. EDUCA TJON 2006 M.S~ Historic Preservation, School of the Art Institute of Chicago~ Chicago, Illinois 2003 B.A~ Art History with Architectural History emphasist University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Mil waukee, Wisconsin PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2008-present The 106 Group Ltd., St. Paul~ MN; Senior Architectural Historian · Responsible for assisting in research) writing, fieldwork, and historic context development of compliance surveys, and determinations of eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places. Additional responsibilities incLude assisting in developing heritage tourism initiatives, historic preservation assessments, and assisting clients in compLying with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. 2006-2008 EHT Traceries, Inc.; Architectural Historian & Surveyor · Responsibilities included the survey of historic properties, focusing on the identification~ evaluation, and documentation of individual historic buildings and districts~ She was responsible for the preparation of National Register nominations, inventory forms, historic context reportst determinations of eligibility, and Section 106 compliance reviews. 2005-2006 National Trust for Historic Preservation, Midwest Office; Grants Program Assistant · Responsibilities included tracking and reviewing applications for the National Trust Preservation Fund grants. She also assisted the field representatives with various preservation advocacy issues and individuals and organizations seeking preservation assistance. 2004-2005 Pathfinder Consulting; Preservation Research Assistant · ResponsibiLities included tourism, marketing, grant research) and organization building for non- profit architecture/preservation-based organizations in Illinois~ Saleh Van Erem 2003-2004 City of Milwaukee, Historic Preservation Commission; Research Assistant · Responsibilities included researching prospective locally designated and National Register eligible properties., and photographic documentation of properly and improperly altered historic properties~ SELECT REPORTS AND PUBLICATIONS . Author: Aurora Highlands Historic District. National Register of Historic Places, Arlington County, Virginia, 2008. Author: Dozens of Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties Forms, Prince George's County, Maryland, 2007 & 2008~ Contributor: Arlington Heights Historic District, Virginia Heights Historic District, and Monroe Courts Historic District. National Register of Historic Places, Arlington CountYt Virginia, 2007. Co-Author: Connemara~. Northwest Corner of Beaver Dam Road and Warren RoadJ Baltimore County, Maryland~ Prepared for the Maryland State Highway Administration, 2007. Author: Pabst Brewery: An Adaptive Reuse Study, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Master's Thesis, School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 2006. Author: George E. Purple House, National Register of Historic Places, LaGrange1 Cook County, Illinois, 2006~ Contributor: Historic American Building Survey (HABS) Documentation of Thalia Hall, Chicago~ Illinois, 2005. Charles E~ Peterson Prize, Honorable Mention, 2005. . . . . . . PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS · National Trust for Historic Preservation · Society of Architectural Historians Tel: 65' .290.0977 WWWp 1 06group.com Fax: 65 J .290~0979 (' ~[~\~NEISO~t ~ ~ :n ~ ~ ~ ~ q,O "ft)- Of: TP.~~Cj Minnesota Department of Transportation Transportation Building 395 John I reland Boulevard Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155-1899 August 12, 2008 Mr. Shawn Sanders Public Works Director/City Engineer City of Stillwater 216 Fourth Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 Re: Rendings of Stillwater Lift Bridge Color Options Dear Mr. Sanders: Enclosed please find two renderings illustrating two possible color options for the Stillwater Lift Bridge. The first option illustrates the restoration of the bridge to its original green color, which the bridge was painted from 1931 to 1942. The second option shows the bridge as gray, which it has been painted since 1942. Through the historic review process, our Cultural Resources Unit and the SHPO have determined that restoring the bridge to its original green color is the best option for compliance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. However, we acknowledge that the bridge is an iconic element to the City, and would like to discuss this possible change with you. Please call me once you have received the rendering so we can discuss next steps or issues in finalizing the color choice. Kris en Zschomler, RP A Historian! Archaeologist Cultural Resources Unit (CRU) encs. cc: Todd Clarkowski, Mn/DOT Metro Mn/DOT CRU Project File ~, An equal opportunity employer i c:: i1 \ l It \ ,- .'. ' \ F ~'~~,~: , . ._' ~. ~~,._.=' '.:::~~:::l . ._ww' :.~ r""~~- .'"* " . <~__' l'--."~" . C~-.:,/~_._..-- . f .. , .~ ~ . . \. t . .... ~. I . '. , . ~ : . : 1 . j .. ~.c . . . ... J . i . :';..,..'1 ~ . ' . . I ~ ~~~.i ... ~j :: ~ - ,; ... :..'.i ,'. : ..<',1 I .', '; ". 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