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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-12-01 HPC Packetijwater �-r 14) THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA -h HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA Monday, December 1, 2014 - 7:00 P.M. Council Chambers at Stillwater City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street L CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. November 3, 2014 IV. OPEN FORUM The Open Forum is a portion of the Heritage Preservation Commission meeting to address subjects which are not a part of the meeting agenda. The Heritage Preservation Commission may take action or reply at the time of the statement or may give direction to staff regarding investigation of the concerns expressed. Out of respect for others in attendance, please limit your comments to 5 minutes or less. V. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed under the consent agenda are considered to be routine by the Heritage Preservation Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Heritage Preservation Commission member or citizen so requests, in which event, the item(s) will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. A. Case No. 2014-38 Design Review for re -facing current signage and adding canopies for restaurant Thai Basil, to be located at 1180 Frontage Rd W. John Soderquist, property owner. B. Case No. 2014-39 Design Review for removal of existing Fresh Fields signs to be replaced with Sweet Taste of Italy to be located at 1400 Frontage Rd W. Mark McCorkel, applicant. C. Case No. 2014-43 Design Review of a wall sign to be located at 350 Main Street North, Unit #101. James Commers, Signation Sign Group, representing Stillwater Mills Commercial Partners LLC, property owner. D. Case No. 2014-44 Design Review of two new wall signs to be located at 1830 Market Drive, in Stillwater Marketplace. Lori Vukelich, Topline, representing Caribou Coffee, business owner. VI. DESIGN PERMITS A. Case No. 2014-40 Design Review request to install permanent string lighting along the eastern and southern parapets of the structure located at 308 Chestnut St E. Scott Zahren, property owner. B. Case No. 2014-41 Design Review request for Terra Springs stormwater pond revitalization project, located at 612 Main St N. Tom Whitlock, Applicant, representing Terra Springs Master Homeowner's Association. C. Case No. 2014-42 Design Review request for the renovation of the exterior, including new rooftop addition, of the structure located at 275 3rd St S. Chad Johnson, HAF Architecture, representing Grady Erickson, applicant D. VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Bergstein Reuse Study Proposals VIII. OTHER BUSINESS A. 2015-2016 Grants Discussion IX. ADJOURNMENT I ater h)) THE 1INTNYLACE Of MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING November 3, 2014 7:00 P.M. Chairman Larson called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. Present: Chairman Larson, Commissioners Branjord, Goodman, Johnson, Krakowski, Mino and Welty, Council Representative Menikheim Absent: None Staff: City Planner Wittman APPROVAL OF MINUTES Possible approval of October 6, 2014 meeting minutes Motion by Commissioner Welty, seconded by Commissioner Krakowski, to approve the minutes of the October 6, 2014 meeting. All in favor, 7-0. OPEN FORUM There were no public comments. DESIGN PERMITS Case No. 2014-35. Design Review Permit for the expansion of the rooftop access enclosure and deck and an addition of a pergola on the rooftop, to be located at 125 S. Main Street, Mark Balav, applicant, representing Larry Nelson, property owner. City Planner Wittman explained the request. The requested improvements include a 120 square foot addition to the existing rooftop access space, faced in metal, and a wooden pergola which would attach to an existing wooden deck. Staff recommends approval with the following conditions: 1. Plans and the use will need to be approved by the engineering, fire and building officials before issuance of a building permit. 2. Exterior lighting plans shall be submitted for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. 3. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the City Planner. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the Heritage Preservation Commission. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. Mark Balay, representing the property owners, stated the addition will allow for a straight staircase which will permit a chairlift for handicapped accessibility. Materials will match existing materials. No other changes are planned. Motion by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Welty, to approve the Design Permit for Case No. 2014-35 with the three conditions recommended by staff. All in favor, 7-0. Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting November 3, 2014 Case No. 2014-36. Design Review Permit for two new signs for Tobacco and E-Cia Center, to be located at 754 Market Dr. #200, Badawi Junaidi, property owner and applicant. City Planner Wittman reviewed the application. The applicant is requesting a Design Permit for two new signs to be placed on the front and rear facades of the structure. Although the channel -lit, 5" raised, yellow letters reading "Tobacco" above a red box with white letters reading "E-Cig Center" are identical in design, the facade signs will vary from one another in size. The Market Drive facade is proposed to be a 3.25' tall by 14' wide sign for a total of 45.5 square feet. The Stillwater Boulevard facade is proposed to be a 2.17' tall by 9' wide sign for a total of 19.5 square feet. In order to meet the City's sign regulations and the approved comprehensive sign plan, the applicant must reduce the size of the lettering and the square footage of both signs. Staff recommends approval with the following conditions: 1. The lettering and logo of the Market Drive facade sign shall not exceed 23 square feet. 2. The length of the lettering and logo of the Market Drive facade sign shall be no greater than 12.8' long. 3. The height of the lettering and logo of the Market Drive facade shall be no greater than 36" tall. 4. The length of the lettering and logo of the Stillwater Boulevard facade sign shall be no greater than 7.2' long. 5. The height of the lettering and logo of the Stillwater Boulevard facade sign shall be no greater than 24" tall. 6. Prior to installation, the landlord shall remove all existing, non -conforming signage including unpermitted banners. 7. Any additional temporary signage shall be in conformance with the City's temporary sign policy. 8. No additional permanent signage shall be permitted. 9. Substantial changes shall be reviewed by the Heritage Preservation Commission. As the applicant was not present, Chairman Larson asked if the applicant was advised of the sign regulations. City Planner Wittman replied that the applicant was given the sign regulations and the comprehensive sign plan prior to submission. She has not received any correspondence from the applicant since submission. Commissioner Johnson stated he was a little concerned about approving the permit with conditions to reduce signage knowing that the applicant was given the requirements before submission and yet submitted plans for a larger, non -conforming sign. Perhaps the item should be continued to allow the applicant to resubmit a conforming sign. City Planner Wittman responded that the square footage restrictions are zoning regulations. The Heritage Preservation Commission's task is to review the design, so that is why staff recommended approval. Before issuance of a sign permit the applicant would need to sign the design permit stating they will comply with the conditions. Commissioner Johnson stated he wanted to make sure the applicant submits a revised plan with sign dimensions shown, to demonstrate they understand the requirements for size, length and height. Motion by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Mino, to approve the Design Permit for Case No. 2014-36 with the nine conditions recommended by staff, adding a tenth condition that the applicant shall submit a revised sign plan with dimensions and scale drawings to conform with the ordinance. All in favor, 7-0. Case No. 2014-37. Design Review Permit for the remodel and expansion of the existing aaraae into Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADM, to be located at 119 W. Chestnut Street, Roger Tomten, applicant, renresentina Jeff and Julie Anderson, property owners. Page 2 of 8 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting November 3, 2014 City Planner Wittman explained that the applicants have requested a Design Permit for a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to be added onto the existing garage. In October, the Planning Commission approved the Special Use Permit and associated variances: variance from the maximum number of permitted stories for two stories and a loft; variance from the 30 foot setback from 4th Street; and variance from the 30 foot bluff setback requirement. Staff recommends approval with the following conditions: 1. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the City Planner. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the Heritage Preservation Commission. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. 2. Exterior lighting plans shall be submitted for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. Roger Tomten, Archnet, discussed the uniqueness of the property. The Andersons have worked with the neighbors to devise a design acceptable to everyone immediately adjacent to the property. Jeff Anderson added that they worked very hard to accommodate all concerns raised by neighbors, resulting in six possible designs, and the decision to expand to the east instead of expanding vertically. They intend to maintain the historic integrity of the property. Commissioner Johnson noted that the proposed expansion is not very visible from the street or from neighboring property. Mr. Anderson stated the garage foundation appears to be original to the 1881 house. But assessors' records indicate it is more modern so perhaps it was rebuilt after a fire in a more modern style. City Planner Wittman stated the latest version of the proposal received Planning Commission approval for the Special Use Permit. Chairman Larson remarked the application is very thorough and he appreciated the attention given to the view of the neighbors. He noted on the east side the structure has a slightly different character. Mr. Tomten replied this was to take advantage of the views. Commissioner Johnson asked if there was consideration of more of a sided and trimmed material rather than carrying the stone further along the north elevation. Mr. Anderson replied that this is being considered; it may be a cost factor. Commissioner Johnson stated that he would suggest the stone carry through if possible on the north side. Motion by Commissioner Welty, seconded by Commissioner Branjord, to approve the Design Permit for Case No. 2014-37 with the two conditions recommended by staff. All in favor, 7-0. OTHER BUSINESS Concent discussion of Terra Sprints Stormwater Revitalization Proiect City Planner Wittman reported that as part of the original Terra Springs development, a comprehensive stormwater management system was designed to capture the water runoff from the largely impervious site. The system has failed and needs to be redesigned. The Terra Springs board has worked with the property owners to develop a concept plan for a pond redesign that will address the stormwater management failures. Page 3 of 8 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting November 3, 2014 The board is presenting this concept plan to the Heritage Preservation Commission for informal discussion and to gather Commission concerns for incorporation into the final design. Tom Whitlock, Damon Farber Associates, landscape architects, said the process has taken six to eight months so far because he had to work with five different ownership groups to come up with a preferred direction. The twine building foundation is not historic, but replicated - it wraps around the existing pond. They are taking this down to the historic foundation on three sides and leaving it on one side. Chairman Larson commented that he walked around the site. He can understand the shortcomings of the site as it is. The wall is foreboding and may keep people out. It's a very axial and symmetrical site, as compared with the proposal which is not axial or symmetrical. He asked what generated the more animated design. Mr. Whitlock replied that access to the water is very important. Residents want to not only see the water but hear the water, so they are trying to get the pond recirculating and moving around the central gathering area. The intent is to create openings to the water from all the buildings on the site. Commissioner Johnson remarked the walls made the space seem more cozy because they blocked the view of cars parked on the opposite side of the pond. If the walls are moved and parking is almost up to the edge of the pond, the cars will be appear to be peering into the pond without separation and the view from east to west will be of cars around the perimeter. Mr. Whitlock said they are trying to create more green around the edges and gardens to provide a buffer. Chairman Larson stated it feels almost too exposed to parking and the street, so some buffering would be good. He asked why are the pedestrian paths diagonal? Mr. Whitlock responded they are trying to reach out more to the corners and to create movement in the water. The pond will have a liner and will retain water even in dry periods. The springs near the wall will be reconnected to the pond. There will be two pools created, four to five feet deep. Water will be recirculated from the lower to the upper pond. Storm water will still flow into the existing cisterns. Commissioner Welty asked if the City has rules for fencing a pond this deep. She expressed concern for safety with the water depth. Mr. Whitlock replied they are looking at sloping the pond up to the edges so there is not a four foot drop at the edge. He pointed out the railings around the pond. Chairman Larson said one of his biggest concerns about water features is when they are not working. He asked if the design would work with or without the recirculating system; what is the surface going to look like when it's exposed and when it isn't? Mr. Whitlock replied that the intent is to maintain a more consistent water level especially during drought. The runoff from the caves should continue feeding the pond to maintain the higher level. They have the ability to feed off the irrigation system to maintain the existing water level. The intent is to not have big bounces. This is one of the most cutting-edge water systems; there should be zero runoff from the site. It has been approved by the watershed district. They can come back with more detail on the final submission. Councilmember Menikheim asked with the variable depths if there is a concern for safety. Mr. Whitlock responded the railing system replaces the four foot brick walls that surround the pond today. Page 4 of 8 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting November 3, 2014 Commissioner Welty commented it would be nice to install a railing that cannot be climbed. Commissioner Johnson agreed with Chairman Larson that it was previously a very linear alignment in how the buildings related to the walls. This will look very disjunct to the rest of the grid lines that are there now. The angles and curves are almost jarring, especially with removal of the visual shielding that is there now. He feels fairly strongly that it needs the more formal geometry and historic axial alignment. Tom Lindeen, member of the Master Board, said he has lived there ten years. The concept of old school gardens was used to create a really different look in the center of the very rectangular concept - to give it a fresh look. Homeowners overwhelmingly voted for this design. It has a historical significance because the center focus of the design resembles a spool for the spool factory. Chairman Larson acknowledged that the Commission didn't see the other schemes - they are being asked to review what is before them, which may be a little more animated and angular than the Commission would prefer, and lacks a strong relationship to the rest of the site. It would be good to know the reasons for some of the design elements, to show how they highlight, strengthen and relate to existing architectural features. He likes the basic ideas of moving water and opening it up. Mr. Whitlock stated they could go back and look at the twine building footprint, to see how it relates to this and tell that story a little bit better. Commissioner Welty said she likes the spool center feature - it gives visual relief if you're looking down from one of the center units. She agrees with others who said they need to know how the paths relate to the points of access. It seems like the imitation wall is one thing, the modern design is another thing, and the gothic choice of fencing is another thing. She would prefer those three elements relate to each other. If they want to keep the existing ruin or simulation of a ruin, the paths should relate to it. It has one very significant central opening but nothing is relating to that opening. Mr. Whitlock replied the opening is an element that exists that they need to work with. Chairman Larson suggested one possibility would be to use that gateway as a connection between two gardens in some way. Mr. Whitlock noted there is a path on the other side of the wall that connects the garden to this space. The challenge is that they need to have as much storage for water as possible. Commissioner Johnson noted the buildings that were originally there were more Italianate style architecture - the existing buildings are Italianate - the gothic railing contrasts with this. Mr. Whitlock replied there are lots of different railing concepts. These are great comments to hear. Chairman Larson remarked the railing style is important because it's everywhere. Commissioner Johnson suggested constructing some steps that cascade into the water for a seating opportunity close to the water without a drop-off or the need for a fence. Jeannine Kneubuhler, Terra Springs Master Board President, clarified that the design was thoroughly discussed by residents. One of the most common concerns was that only second and third floor residents had the opportunity to see the water. They really wanted something more interesting to look at than just a rectangle. As far as the walls, the property owners' association has been in a lawsuit over the failure of the wall. The foundation is old and crumbling. They decided they now have the opportunity to give people more Page 5 of 8 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting November 3, 2014 useful space. They all liked the architectural look of the west wall and would appreciate suggestions on how to make that more of a focal point. From a non -architectural perspective, she thinks the buildings are very modern. That is why they chose this design and tried to incorporate a lot of the history into the design. They especially like how the water curves because people wanted to hear the water and connect the site with the river, flowing over rocks, which also serves the purpose of filtering the water and keeping the flow going. Repurposed brick would help with historic interpretation. This design is conceptual. Landscaping will match what is existing. They might have some shorter trees to preserve river views. The formal garden has diagonal paths through it. Mary Zechmann, who lives in the 630 building, requested if Commissioners haven't been to the site, please come, walk around, look at the formal garden and green space. Commissioner Johnson said the concept of a circle with the ideas of the twine spools, with a little more geometry and symmetry to the circles, would work. Mr. Whitlock recapped the Commission's input: 1) get more context so it's easier to understand how it relates to garden and other areas; and 2) pay attention to the twine building and geometry to make sure it has meaning within that context. Chairman Larson recognized it's been a difficult project. Along Main Street there was deterioration of a number of things. The Commission was concerned about replacing the original stone with manufactured walls. A lot of this was cost related. So whatever happens, hopefully, years from now it won't be replaced because of deterioration. Hopefully it will stand the test of time. Ms. Zechmann stated many of the residents have lived there since the beginning They have been in this process for almost four years and appreciate the Commission's input. Mr. Whitlock concluded the intent is to come back in a month and address the comments. Downtown Parking Commission Parking Ramp Sianaae Proposal City Planner Wittman introduced Downtown Parking Commission Chair Aimee Pelletier for discussion regarding signage that would help drive more people to park in the ramp. Ms. Pelletier stated the proposal is to remove the existing directional arrows below the "P" signs at five locations and replace them with a sign roughly the same size that would state "Parking Ramp" with a directional arrow. Parking ramp signage would be added at two locations where currently there is none. This would include both the "P" sign and the "Parking Ramp" with arrow signs. Chairman Larson thanked Ms. Pelletier and the Downtown Parking Commission for all their work and noted that the final decision should be up to them, with some input from the Heritage Preservation Commission. Commissioner Johnson recommended not having so much black area on the sign, making the lettering fit the sign better. City Planner Wittman said no formal action was needed at this time. Demolition Inquiries and Staff Determination of Significance City Planner Wittman requested Commission input regarding demolition inquiries about garages. According to City ordinance, if a garage is built before 1946, the structure is potentially significant. She can usually Page 6 of 8 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting November 3, 2014 figure out the age of a structure but requests help determining whether it is a historic resource, meaning a structure not currently designated as a preservation site but worthy of designation for any number of reasons. If it's historically significant, the demolition comes before the Commission. If it has not been determined to be an historic resource, the demolition may be permitted without going before the Commission. She is having trouble determining this. Commissioner Johnson said with these types of accessory buildings, the ones that are most interesting are those that had pre -auto use like carriage house or blacksmith uses. City Planner Wittman agreed, but added that there are 12 different periods of significance that go into the 1940s. On the outer perimeter of the preservation district are many 1880s houses with 1940s garages that don't necessarily fit with the house character. Commissioner Johnson recalled when the demolition ordinance was enacted, it was the understanding of the Commission that it would not be intended for outbuildings unless there was some significance to the original house, like a carriage house or that type of thing. Commissioner Welty asked if there could be some text the City could give applicants that encourages adaptive reuse of the building or its elements. City Planner Wittman responded there is demolition language encouraging reuse and preservation to the greatest extent possible. Chairman Larson suggested it might be good to add garages to the infill guidelines, governing the type of garage that is built to make it more compatible with the original home style. City Planner Wittman acknowledged that people like to be around the old historic character but they don't necessarily want to replicate the old structures. They often want to erect "kit" type garages. Chairman Larson remarked that a new garage can have a significant impact on the streetscape, so why wouldn't the Commission want to regulate it? Commissioner Welty stated instead of the Commission having to review all garages, could the City require new garages to have certain designs - to eliminate the "kit" type of garage? City Planner Wittman pointed out there may be some kit garages that are acceptable. Most people really want to construct something that fits their property. Part of it is trying to continually educate the population. Many architects have no clue about the City's architectural standards. She asked if the Commission would like to consider an amendment to the demolition ordinance that the infill guidelines may apply not only to homes but to any new structure. Chairman Larson stated he doesn't think the Commission is over -reaching or trying to expand the regulations, just trying to clarify them. Commissioner Johnson noted perhaps the amendment should encompass only structures of 200 square feet or more, so it doesn't include sheds. Residential Podcast Release and Owner Acknowledgements Page 7 of 8 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting November 3, 2014 City Planner Wittman noted she is having difficulty finding a venue to host an event to release podcasts for property owners. Staff does not support doing an event with alcohol which leaves out some possible venues. There is no funding for the event. It might be able to be held at the Library. Commissioners concurred that the Library sounds like an appropriate venue. Councilmember Menikheim said he will see if the Council would be willing to appropriate more funding for the event so it can be done right. Commissioner Johnson noted having coffee, cookies and juice at the library would work fine. City Planner Wittman said she will send out a press release. She added that staff had to reload all videos to YouTube and are having trouble getting them posted on the City web site but hopes in the next week or so they will be accessible. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Branjord, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, to adjourn. All in favor, 7-0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:57 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Julie Kink Recording Secretary Page 8 of 8 MEETING DATE: APPLICANT: REQUEST: _, F1 -�.:Mill III THE B I R i H P l R C et- MINNESOIA iliwater HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 1, 2014 CASE NO.: DP/2014-38 John Soderquist, representing Croix Eateries LLC, property owner Design Permit request for signage at 1180 West Frontage Road, a property within the West Stillwater Business Park Design Review District ZONING: BP -C: Business Park Commercial COMP PLAN DISTRICT: Commercial PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner REQUEST The applicant is requesting a Design Permit for the re -facing of four existing signs, the addition of a canopy sign at the entrance, as well as for the addition of a lit awnings on both facades of the structures. The proposal includes: • Existing: The existing 80 square foot free-standing, 20 square foot wall -mounted cabinet, and two (approximately) 4.5 square foot directional Aristos signs will be replaced with new faces. This will be achieved with red vinyl graphics to read 'Thai Basil Restaurant and Bar' in white lettering. All signs will incorporate a basil leaf, the company logo. None of these signs will increase in size. 1180 Frontage Road West (Thai Basil) Case No. DP/2014-38 (HPC: 12-1-2014) Page 1 of 2 water THE BIR T H P A rl E et- MINNESOIA • New: The applicant is proposing the addition of lit awnings along the two street facades. The West Frontage Road will have 54' of printed flex vinyl window and wall awnings in red. The 2' tall, 1/4 barrel configuration will be internally illuminated. The awnings will contain numerous basil leafs. Additionally, an 8' long entrance canopy, in a 1/2 barrel configuration, will read 'Thai Basil Restaurant and Bar' in white lettering. The Industrial Blvd. facade will have 18' of the same 1/4 barrel canopy. APPLICABLE GUIDELINES, REGULATIONS AND FINDINGS Signs in the in the BP -C zoning district must conform to the 1989 West Stillwater Business Park Plan. The design standards for signs indicates "[s]igns and related building graphics shall be a part of the overall building and site design. Sign size, height and location and material shall related to building scale and design." The applicant's proposal meets the intent of the design standards outlined in 1989 with one exception: the applicant's proposal includes existing blue wood paneling on the facades of the structure. The red signs would not be consistent with the blue trim work. While the new sign faces and red awnings appear to conform to the design guidelines, the basil leaves on the awnings may not be in conformance with the zoning regulations as the basil leaf may be considered a company logo. Section 31-509, Subdivision 8, indicates properties "...may have...as many awning, canopy...signs as permitted in this Subdivision." Further stated is "[t]he gross surface area of an awning, canopy or marquee sign may not exceed 50 percent of the gross surface area of the awning, canopy or marquee to which the sign is affixed." If the basil leaf is a company logo and considered to be a sign, then each of the basil leaves would contribute to the total square footage of signage for the canopies/awnings. This would require no greater than 27' of awning facing West Frontage Road, and 8' facing Industrial Blvd., shall contain basil leaves. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Commission approve Design Permit 2014-38 as submitted with the following conditions: 1. No greater than 50% of the wall awnings shall contain basil leaves, the company logo. 2. Wood trim work perpendicular to the street frontages shall be painted red, white or green to maintain consistency with the company's color scheme. 3. No additional permanent signage shall be permitted. 4. Temporary signage shall be in conformance with the City of Stillwater's temporary signage regulations. 5. Substantial changes shall be review by the Heritage Preservation Commission. ATTACHMENTS Site and Sign Specifications (4 pages) 1180 Frontage Road West (Thai Basil) Case No. DP/2014-38 (HPC: 12-1-2014) Page 2 of 2 rJ NORDQUIST SIGN COMPANY SIGN PACKAGE 07.30.14 T HAIL BASIL RESTAURANT & BAR STILLWATER, MN THAI BASIL RESTAURANT & BAR NIGHT VIEW OVERALL VIEW r� NORDQUIST SIGN COMPANY www.nordquntstgn.com 3r.5 Fierce Sutler Route, St, Paul, MN 51104 612 823.7291 877,823.7291 CLIENT: BASIL 1180 FRONTAGE ROAD WEST STILLWATER, MN 55082 SIGN TYPE: PYLON / SIGNAGE REFACE NEW AWNINGS CUSTOMER APPROVAL NAME; DATE REV 1. 9.26.14 CH REV 2 9.30.14 CH REV3 103.14CH REV 4 10.22.14 CH REV 5' 10.27.14 CH REV 6' 10.29,14 CH SAI ES CH PR' DESIGN: JS DATE 07.30,14 DWG: 5189 These plans aro the exclusive property or Walker Sign Holdings Inc dba Nordquut Sign ork offiitsremplor elides the Original y are submitted to your 00411 / for the sole purpose W your consideration of Nether to purcnase these plans of to purchase from Walker Sign Holdings Inc doe Nordquisl Sign A sign manufactured according to !hese plana, distribution or exhibition of theseplans to anyone other than employees of your company, or use of these piens to construct a sign similar to the one embodied heroics, is expressly prahiblted and"will render the user liable for damages Coyynght 2014 a'i Welke, Sign Holdings Inc PII INF. reserved. DL ELECTRIC nRFn SIGN PAGE: I. of 3 RESTAURANT & BAR 1 REFACE EXISTING DISPLAY 1 8.-0 " H THAI BAS IL RI STAN RANT & RAR 10'-0 " DETAIL VIEW SC: 3/8" B REFACE EXISTING CABINET THAI BASIL RESTAURANT & BAR Bo DETAIL VIEW SC: 114. 03) 3'-1 EXTERIOR SIGN DISPLAY CONCEPTS REFACE EXISTING PYLON DISPLAY TO BE PRINTED VINYL, FLEX FACE. REFACE EXISTING WALL MOUNTED CAB. NEW ACRYLIC FACE WITH PRINTED VINYL GRAPHIC APPLIED 2ND SURFACE, REPAINT CAB, AND RETAINERS, BLACK, REFACE EXISTING DIRECTIONAL NEW PRINTED VINYL FACES REQUIRED, ACRYLIC 2ND SURF, FACE REQ EXISTING CAB, TO BE REPAINTED BLACK WITH RED RETAINERS, INSTALL: POWER TO BE STUBBED INTO LOCATION BY CLIENT © I REFACE EXISTING DIRECTIONALSI DETAIL VIEW SC: 3/4" EXISTING NORDQUIST SIGN COMPANY www nordquistSign.com 945Reice Biwa.' Route, Sc Paul, MN 05001 612.823 7291 877.823.7291 CUENT: RASIL 1180 FRONTAGE ROAD WEST STILLWATER, MN 55082 SIGN TYPE: PYLON / SIGNAGE REFACE NEW AWNINGS CUSTOMER APPROVAL NAM, DATE: REV 1. 9.2E14 CH REV 2. 9.30.14 CH REV 3: 10.3.14 CH REV 4: 10.22.14 CH REV 5' 10.27.14 CH REV 6: 10.29,14 CH SALES. CH Pk DESIGN: IS DATE: 07.30.14 DWG: 5189 These plans are the eireloslye property of Walker Sign Holdings Inc. db Nordgulst Sign and are the result 010,542601.1 04040 09 its employees. They are submitted 4 your company for the sole purpose of your consideration al whether to purchase these plans 09 50 purchase from Walker Rion Holdings Inc. dtg Neridguist Sign A sign manufactured according to those plan, distributiOn or exhibition of those plans 94 000000 .1600 11159 employees of your company or use of these plans to construct a sign similar to the One ernbudieti herein, is expressly prohibited and will render the user liable for darnages Copyright 2014 ri0 Walker Sign Holdings Inc AR rights reserved. 0 ELECTRIC SIGN PAGE: 2 of 3 itt ti)I I 19'-7 " D) I NEW WINDOW CANOPIES L 20'-0 " 18'-0 " ENTRA CE CANOPY CANOPIES EXTERIOR SIGN DISPLAY CONCEPTS D PRINTED FLEX VINYL WINDOW AND WALL CANOPIES, 1/4 BARREL TYPE CONFIGURATION - INTERNALLY ILLUM. WITH BACKS AND EGGCRATE ACRYLIC BOTTOM PANELS. FCO ALUM. PNTD. DECOR TRIM SCROLLWORK. CO— ENTRANCE CANOPY PRINTED FLEX VINYL, HALF /// BARREL CONFIG. - INTERNALLY ILLUM. WITH BACK AND EGGCRATE ACRYLIC BOTTOM PANELS. FCO ALUM. PNTD, DECOR TRIM SCROLLWORK. INSTALL: POWER TO BE STUBBED INTO LOCATION BY CLIENT 2'-0 " 2'-0 " CANOPY E 6 SCRO LTRIM J k a ROOFOVERHANG/ 2'A" CANOPY WEST ELEVATION sC: 1/8" — 34.-8 rr 37-10 " 1.1 PM, I4---.14'.5`-01 PLAN VIEW 3C: 1116" 4•. SOUTH ELEVATION SC: 1/8" 120" CANCAES CJ NORDQUIST SIGN COMPANY www.nordquistsign.com 945 Pierce Butler Mote, 5t. Paul, MN 55104 612.823.7291 877.823.7291 CLIENT: I I I:\I [LAS,' L 1180 FRONTAGE ROAD WEST STILLWATER, MN 55082 SIGN TYPE: PYLON / SIGNAGE REFACE NEW AWNINGS CUSTOMER APPROVAL NAME' DATE REV 1: 9.26.14 CH REV 2: 9.30.14 CH REV 3: 10.3.14 CH REV 4: 10.22.14 CH REV 5: 10.27.14 CH REV 6: 10.29.14 CH SALES: CH PR: DESIGN: JS DATE: 07.30.14 DWG: 5189 These plans are the exddslre property of Walker Sign Holdings lnc dba Nordquist 515n and are the mull el the orlglnal work of its employees. They are submitted to you' company ler the sole whether la your cOMideabon of purchase these plans or to purchase o Walker Sign Moldings enc. dbe Nordquist thes"e plant, d stnbut�on oruladured ae+b acceding these plans to anyone other than the. l"ns 90 000504ees el your 5 company or use of Me one embodied herein, Isge,00001610 presyy prohibited and well render the user liable 5 damages. Csr_ 40 ht 2014 O Walker 5'gn Noldingx enc all rights vowed. usrzB ELECTRIC SIGN PAGE: 3 Of 3 MEETING DATE: APPLICANT: REQUEST: later T H E B ITHPLI O F PANNESOA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 1, 2014 CASE NO.: DP/2014-39 Mark McCorkel, Brite Images Signs, representing Sweet Taste of Italy Design Permit request for signage at 1400 West Frontage Road located in Valley Ridge Mall, a property within the West Stillwater Business Park Design Review District ZONING: BP -C: Business Park Commercial COMP PLAN DISTRICT: Commercial PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner REQUEST The applicant is requesting a Design Permit for two new signs to be constructed of white, internal LED -lit, vinyl channel letters reading 'Sweet Taste of Italy' and containing the national flag of Italy. The sign dimensions are: • South Elevation: 22.66' long and 2.75' tall for a total of 62 square feet • East Elevation: 25' long and 3' tall for a total of 75 square feet. 1400 Frontage Road West (Sweet Taste of Italy) Case No. DP/2014-39 (HPC: 12-1-2014) Page 1 of 2 T H Ater E B R f H P RCI: 0 f- M I H H E S O II * APPLICABLE GUIDELINES, REGULATIONS AND FINDINGS Signs in the in the BP -C zoning district must conform to an adopted multitenant sign plan. The proposed sign meets the requirements of the multitenant sign plan approved by the HPC as DP/2013-42. The signs also conform to the 1989 West Stillwater Business Park Plan which indicates "[s]igns and related building graphics shall be a part of the overall building and site design. Sign size, height and location and material shall related to building scale and design." RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Commission approve the Design Permit as submitted with the following conditions: 1. No additional permanent signage shall be permitted. 2. Temporary signage shall be permitted through the building's temporary banner program. 3. Substantial changes shall be review by the Heritage Preservation Commission. ATTACHMENTS Site and Sign Specifications (2 pages) 1400 Frontage Road West (Sweet Taste of Italy) Case No. DP/2014-39 (HPC: 12-1-2014) Page 2 of 2 LED Raceway/Wireway mount channel letter section detail ®:Trim cap w/acrilyc face Customer Sweet Taste of Italy 1400 W Frontage Rd Stillwater, MN 55082 of Sign 62 sq ft LED internally illuminated channel letters with logo box and vinyl graphics. Sign to be lighted with UL listed White LEDs and power supplies. Raceway to be painted to match build- ing as close as possible. Logo box to have green trim and green returns. O: Channel letter ( 040 aluminum return, .050 aluminum bads) ©:LEDs pu : Raceway/Wireway (painted to match mounting surface) C):Wall QQ :Low -voltage conneting wires ©:Powerpack &Power drtconnecs :witch. 0:120V connect service wire QQ :Mounting hardware (3/16'x 2-3/4' noncorrosive Tapcon studs) Channel Letter Color Details: Faces: WHITE Trim: BLACK Retums: BLACK Raceway: SW7653 - Silverpointe Approved by: signiture printed name 4 •>i '.� info@briteimagesigns.com www.briteimagesigns.com Brite Image Signs 10025 Raleigh Court Woodbury, MN 55129 651-730-5335 (o) 612-839-4500 (c) s 4 Swrt Taste 1111111 TT klpubium llI�adi 91i_ ai' itt73't IMWM imam alfa 111 oUIE r Customer Sweet Taste of Italy 1400 W Frontage Rd Stillwater, MN 55082 Sign 75 sq ft LED internally illuminated channel letters with logo box and vinyl graphics. Sign to be lighted with UL listed White LEDs and power supplies. Raceway to be painted to match build- ing as close as possible. Logo box to have green trim and green returns. te- LED Raceway/Wireway mount channel letter section detail Q.:Trim cap w/acrilyc face Qe : Channel letter (.040 aluminum return, .050 aluminum back) 0:LEDs ®: Raceway/Wireway (painted to match mounting surface) ®:Wap p: Low -voltage conneting wires ©:Powerpack l :Power disconnect switch 0:120V connect service wire p; : Mounting hardware (3/16-x 2-3/4' non -corrosive Tapcon studs) Channel Letter Color Details: Faces: WHITE Trim: BLACK Returns: BLACK Raceway: SW7653 - Silverpointe Approved by: signiture printed name 4iBrite Image Signs 10025 Raleigh Court Woodbury, MN 55129 651-730-5335 (o) 612-839-4500 (c) info@briteimagesigns.com www.briteimagesigns.com Uwater HE a I R T H P 1. R C E fl- MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: December 1, 2014 CASE NO.: 2014-43 APPLICANT: REQUEST: James Commers, Signation Sign Group, representing ReMax at Stillwater Mills Design review of an unlit, wall mounted sign to be located at 350 Main Street North, Unit #101 ZONING: Central Business District COMP PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner REQUEST The applicant is requesting approval of a single 32 square foot unlit, wall - mounted sign to be located at 350 Main Street North, Unit #101. The horizontally -brushed, blue aluminum sign would read 'Remax Professionals' in raised acrylic letters colored black. The sign would be two inches deep, and the sides of the sign would also be black. The applicant has is proposing to stud mount the sign to the face of the structure with "L" clips. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES it 1111111 ..- .� I 11ltil Wall signs are permitted by the sign ordinance at a ratio of one square foot per one linear foot of the structure, parallel to a lot line; multi -tenant buildings are to obtain a Design Permit for a Comprehensive Sign Plan. No comprehensive sign plan exists for this building. The platted unit is 79' in length but there are two entrances to this unit. It could be developed, if it has not already, into two (approximately) 40' long units. No business signage on this facade has been approved for greater than 38'. The Downtown Design Manual indicates the following guidelines: • Signage should be located in such a way as to not obscure any architectural features of the building. • Use painted wood where practicable. It is the authentic material and will look appropriate against the weathered brick of Stillwater's commercial facades. • Choose tones with sufficient contrast to be clearly legible: dark on light or light on dark. • The storefront sign should be used to display the primarily name of the business only. The Manual further indicates: • Materials: Use painted wood where practicable • Lettering: Choose a bold and simple type style and use it on all appropriate signs. • Color: o Choose subdued colors and dark tones in keeping with the Victorian tradition. Properly selected combinations of dark brown and green, black, off-white and gold are all appropriate. o Choose tones with sufficient contrast to be clearly legible: dark on light or light on dark. o Support brackets of projecting signs should be black. FINDINGS In the original approvals for the exterior facade of the structure, steel sign beams were proposed to be installed above the unit entrances. The beams were never installed. Consequently, the HPC has approved building facade signage, for RBC Wealth Management in 2009, similar to this request. In this request, the HPC placed a condition of approval that the sign be expanded in length and shifted horizontally so that it extended to the mid- point of the vertical projections between the windows. This was to center the sign onto the structure. If this is done to the proposed sign, the sign will be consistent with business signage approved for this building, the downtown design review district guidelines and the zoning regulations. RBC wealth manaseimai A.J ul1Ii0d 1pmli�I�ir�nnnnl li!iiii 11 n;ui �iameg'_ llA L RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval DP/2014-43 with the following conditions: 1. The sign shall be expanded horizontally, not exceeding 38 square feet. 2. The sign shall be centered at the mid -point of the vertical projections between the windows. 3. The sign shall be mounted into the mortar joints and not directly into the brick. 4. A revised sign plan shall be submitted for review by City staff prior to the issuance of a sign permit. 5. All major revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed by the Heritage Preservation Commission. ATTACHMENTS Application Proposed Details (1 page) 350 Main Street North Unit #101 DP/2014-42 (HPC: 12/1/2014) Page 2 of 2 16-0" R5i.1® Professionuls 2' DEEP ALUMINUM PAN SIGN W/ 1/4" THICK BLACK F.C.O. ACRYLIC LETTERS 611JD MOUNTED TO FACE W/ 1/4" LONG SPACERS SIGN MOUNTED TO BUILDING WITH "L" CLIPS ALUMINUM PAN TO HAVE HORIZONTAL BRUSHED FINISH & SATIN CLEAR COAT 3MM POLY -METAL BRUSHED SILVER/GOLD 2" SIDES TO BE PAINTED BLACK OLAYOUT: ALUM PAN SIGN, QTY: 1 1 SCALE: IVs" =1'-0" HORIZONTAL BRUSHED ALUMINUM FINISH TO BE SIMILAR TO THIS 24Ve" 16" 48' 16' 48," 16' 59-314' 16" I I— I 1 1— SCALE: 118"=1'-0" C g SIGN GROUP 6840 Shingle Creek Pkwy. 831 Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 PHONE (763) 561.1005 FAX (763) 561.1004 JOB NUMBER 86654 DATE 10/22/14 SALES/DESIGN DG/LR CLIENT REMAX STI LLWATER PROJECT PAN SIGN WITH FCO LETTERS FILE SAVED AS REMAX / STILLWATER/ PAN SIGN W -FCO REVISION 10/23/14 10/28/14 11/12/14 11/17/14 SIGN & DATE HERE IF OK TO BEGIN PRODUCTION SIGN & DATE HERE IF OK TO BEGIN PRODUCTION AFTER REVISIONS ARE MADE x All drawing> included on this pope are caned and are properly of SIONATION SIGN OAOUP All written Pm have precedence over all scaleddimen>Icn> 0 MEETING DATE: APPLICANT: REQUEST: later T H E B I R T HP l ACI O F PANNESOA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 1, 2014 CASE NO.: DP/2014-44 Lori Vukelich, Top Line Signs, representing Caribou Coffee Design Permit request for signage at 1820 Market Drive located in Stillwater Marketplace III, a property within the West Stillwater Business Park Design Review District ZONING: BP -C: Business Park Commercial COMP PLAN DISTRICT: Commercial PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner REQUEST The applicant is requesting a Design Permit for two new signs to be constructed of white, internal LED -lit, vinyl channel letters reading 'Caribou Coffee' and containing the new national corporate logo in teal. The total square footage of each sign will be reduced from the City's 2000 approval of the existing signs. APPLICABLE GUIDELINES, REGULATIONS AND FINDINGS Signs in the in the BP -C zoning district must conform to an adopted multitenant sign plan. The proposed sign meets the requirements of the multitenant sign plan approved by the HPC as DP/2013-42. The signs also conform to the 1989 West Stillwater Business Park Plan which indicates "[s]igns and related building graphics shall be a part of the overall building and site design. Sign size, height and location and material shall related to building scale and design." RECOMMENDATION 1820 Market Drive (Caribou Coffee) Case No. DP/2014-44 (HPC: 12-1-2014) Page 1 of 2 -41 iwater THE B I R i H P RCE Of- M I N N E S O II* Staff recommends the Commission approve the Design Permit as submitted with the following conditions: 1. The sign shall be mounted into the mortar joints and not directly into the brick. 2. Reuse existing mounting brackets, studs or holes wherever possible. 3. Surfaces where old signs are removed will be patched to match the existing facade. 4. No additional permanent signage shall be permitted. 5. Temporary signage shall be permitted through the building's temporary banner program. 6. Substantial changes shall be review by the Heritage Preservation Commission. ATTACHMENTS Site and Sign Specifications (2 pages) 1820 Market Drive (Caribou Coffee) Case No. DP/2014-44 (HPC: 12-1-2014) Page 2 of 2 EAftieoU COFFEE AFTER 242' 39.6' 110" 1 pIC 35 6' 20' '� CCD C 88" r� s Lj13.2" Raceways Pantone 470u. STOREFRONT IS 25.95' WIDE (311.41 SIGN CANNOT EXCEED 8096 OF STOREFRONT WIDTH (249.121; PROPOSED SIGNAGE IS 242"WIDE HEIGHT CANNOT EXCEED 36' (PROPOSED SIGN IS 35.61 LOGO CANNOT EXCEED 12 SQ. FT. (PROPOSED LOGO IS 9.79 SQ. FT) hOl2S V)i 1 I bef i Ie '- Ti 1i f .or Everbrite Customer. Caribou Coffee Project No: 320590-4 Date: 11/17/14 Location & Site No: Stillwater, MN CC163 .^.ISCL:Fr.+t_R; =. IR WA t -.s Scale: NTS Drawn By: CH prnr-e = erari!e L . 'd pticdtioninAny:.. Description: 20" Horizontal Channel Letters; Repainted existing awning CC Brown Revised: Revised: VINYL COLORS: 3M 3630 -7297 Custom Blue brow 3M 3630-69 Duranodic "brown" nn f .u -LL y �. _ f f . ex Customer Approval: NOTE unless specified by customer, all depth of embossing will be determined by Everbrite Engineering or a fisting customer on file. Colors and graphics on Be will be used unless otherwise specified by customer. Please read carefully, check appropriate box and fax 0 Sketch OK as is back to Everbrite: 0 New sketch required SIGNATURE DATE vmwpwrommsweiliiiiwommodlIMIENIMII BEFORE 29.79" 24" 26.85" 1.5" 16" 116.31".- 88" AFTER 62.7" 9.4" 24.06 Sq Ft LOGO & LETTERSTO BE ON 65"DEEP RACEWAYS BUILT TO CLEAR GASUNES SIGN CANNOT EXCEED 60% OF STORE WIDTH LOGO CANNOT EXCEED 12 SQ. FT. OR 24" IN HEIGHT (PROPOSED LOGO I5 24"OAH & 4.47 SQ. FT.) holes w ►1 t beRt \ teal Si 1 Icon or adorrn atch rYvu nt. raceLo Tr-_s=33s.in.-se :7=s:7nsar_. thejx=i.is.. Customer. Caribou Coffee Project No: 320590-4 scale NTS Date: 11/17/14 Drawn By: DB Location & Site No: Stillwater, MN CC163 VINYL COLORS 3M 3630 -7297 Custom Blue 3M 3'w30-89 Duranaec 'brawn" Description: Stacked letter set custom sized per code, on raceway w/ stand-off (to go over gasrnes) Revised: Revised: .czi Lusi r/q Customer Approval: NOTE Unless specified by customer. all depth of embossing will be determined by Everbrite Engineering or existing customer on file. Colors and graphics on fie will be riled unless otherwise specified by customer. Please read carefully, cited( appropriate box and fax ❑ Sketch OK as is back to Everbrite: 0 New sketch required SIGNATURE DATE a J1JYt!L ` H F elEiTHD ACE O F M I N N E S D i At HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: December 1, 2014 APPLICANT: Scott Zahren, property owner CASE NO.: DR/2014-40 REQUEST: Consideration of a Design Permit for exterior lighting proposed to be located at 308 Chestnut Street East located in the Stillwater Commercial Historic District and the Downtown Design Review District PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner REQUEST The applicant has requested Design Review of permanent lighting proposed to be affixed to the parapet on the structure located at 308 Chestnut Street East. The applicant is proposing string lighting, described as old style tree lights, which would be shaped in a 2" teardrop style. A total of 78, 9 watt, incandescent or LED bulbs would be mounted to the top of the parapet of the south and east facades of the building. While the City has allowed for string lighting to be installed for the holiday season, it has not been approved by the HPC for permanent installation. A sample of light types and bulb textures is depicted in this staff report. The applicant will bring the design sample to the meeting. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND DISCUSSION The subject property is designated structure in the Stillwater Commercial Historic District. Upon designation of this historic district, the City declared the district and all contributing buildings as Heritage Preservation Sites. City Code Section 22-7, Subd. 6 indicates: "[t]he commission shall review and recommend approval or disapproval of the issuance of a site alteration permit to do any of the following in a heritage preservation site. The application shall be accompanied by detailed plans including a site plan, building elevations and design details and materials as necessary to evaluate the request. Regular city permits shall also be required." Remodel, alter or repair in any manner, including paint color that will change the exterior appearance of a historic building or a site is one of the items listed for Sample light string with varying light types and bulb textures. From left to right: cool white LED in textured teardrop, warm white LED in textured teardrop (2), incandescent in standard bulb. review. Staff has determined the proposed improvement would not change the exterior appearance of the structure nor materially impair the architectural or historic value of the building. Additionally, the structure is located in the Downtown Design Review district. The design manual indicates the following relevant guidelines in relationship to lighting: • A coordinated lighting plan should be Aside from the proposed string lighting, no submitted for review with building plans. additional lighting is proposed. A single Provide information on each individual pedestrian -scaled light post exists on the light fixture proposed, including fixture sidewalk, shining light onto the second story sections, lamp type and wattage. of the structure. All other lighting is associated with the first story retail space. • Lighting fixtures should be concealed or String lights have been considered inconsistent integrated into the overall design of the with this design guideline in that the fixtures project. are not able to be concealed and that the bulb (considered to be the light source) are not • The light source should be hidden from hidden from direct pedestrian view. direct pedestrian or motorist view. However, the string and bulb fixtures would be minimally, if at all, visible from the street if adhered flush with the top of the parapet. While the applicant would prefer a cool white LED light, he has verbally indicated a willingness to install a more historically 308 Chestnut Street East DR/2014-40 (12/1/2014) Page 2 of 3 appropriate bulb color, as well as a textured bulb to reduce the filament visibility from pedestrian and motorist view. • Unshielded wall pack light fixtures are not No unshielded wall pack fixtures are appropriate. proposed. ALTERNATIVES The HPC has several alternatives related to these request: A. Approve. If the proposed design review request is found acceptable to the HPC, the HPC should move to approve DP/2014-40. Staff recommends the following conditions of approval: 1. A single light string shall be permitted on the south and east elevations. 2. Light strings shall be mounted flush with the top of the parapet wall. 3. No intrusion in the historic brick shall be made to secure the lights in place. 4. A 9 watt, warm white LED light shall be permitted to reflect traditional lighting styles in the historic district. 5. The bulbs shall be of a textured pattern as to obscure the filament. 6. Burnt bulbs shall be replaced in a timely fashion. 7. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the City Planner. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the HPC. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. B. Approve in part. C. Deny. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the approved Downtown Design Review District guidelines, and the requirements set forth approval of Site Alterations, then the Commission could deny the request. With a denial, the basis of the action is required to be given. Furthermore, the denial would prohibit the applicant from resubmittal of a substantially similar application within one year. D. Table. If the HPC needs additional information to make a decision, the requests could be tabled until January, 2015meeting. ATTACHMENTS Facade Photographs (1 page) 308 Chestnut Street East DR/2014-40 (12/1/2014) Page 3 of 3 ,-.11M111W ti 3/1 9W4LV:=hiwg r 48Meggati‘palifgeftsia. THE WEDGE WHEEL 1 I lwa ter H F e i R I H ACE O F M I N N E S D i At HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: December 1, 2014 CASE NO.: DR/2014-41 APPLICANT: Tom Whitlock, Damon Farber Associates, representing Terra Springs REQUEST: Design Review of Terra Springs Stormwater Revitalization Project PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner BACKGOUND As part of the original Terra Springs development, a comprehensive stormwater management system was designed. Intended to capture the water runoff of the largely impervious site, the system has failed and has necessitated the redesign of the system. The design included the exiting reflecting pond. The Terra Springs board has worked with the homeowners to develop a design plan of a new pond, which will also address the stormwater management failures. The board presented a concept plan to the Heritage Preservation Commission at the November, 2014 meeting for informal discussion as well as to gather Commission concerns for incorporation into the final design. At the time the Commission was concerned the concept plan was too angular and did not fit with the rectangular geometry of the site. The Commission also expressed concern the new design had a modern feel and was not characteristic of the historic nature of the site and the originally approved design concept. Lastly the Commission noted the pond will no longer have a separated feel from the parking and drive areas. Not only was there no buffer for the pedestrian, pedestrian connections to the new pond area were not apparent. The updated submission depicts pedestrian circulation patterns from all five buildings. Access into the pond area will occur at three of the four corners of the area. The northeast corner, where one-way traffic is approaching the pond area, will be buffered by vegetation. Significant vegetation is proposed along the northern and southern boundaries of the green space area of the pond to also help buffer pedestrians from vehicular use. Additionally, the shade canopy for the central gathering area has been shifted to the south, allowing for open, unobstructed views from the east and west sides of the pond. Direct lines of site will be provided from the existing western platform, and from a proposed eastern platform. Garden pathways will provide axial design similar to the garden to the east without creating a rigid cross pattern in boardwalk surfaces. Lastly, limestone benches will be place in the green space area for reflection. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND DISCUSSION Terra Springs is located in the Downtown Design Review district. The design manual indicates the following guidelines in relationship to landscaping. Those highlighted notes aim to address some of the elements of concern established at the last meeting. • Highlight important architectural features and structures by use of distinctive landscaping. • Visually and physically buffer parking lots from adjacent buildings and pedestrian walkways with groupings of plant materials. • Carefully locate street trees and shrub plantings with the downtown area to buffer and separate walkways from traffic. • Frame and edge existing and proposed building where feasible with appropriate types of plant material to achieve human scale. DR/2014-34: Terra Springs Pond HPC: November 4, 2014 Page 2 of 3 The concept design maintains the most visually prominent architectural feature of the common element: the replicated brick wall at the western edge of the stormwater pond. A focal point of the element and a significant design concept of the original plan, the wall reflects portions of the prison, once located on this site. Furthermore the plan aims to retain the exposed Twine Building foundation as a perimeter to the pond and associated garden areas. The existing parking and pedestrian pathways around the stormwater pond will remain as originally designed. The separation between the parking and pedestrian areas is differentiated with surfacing materials, and street trees. Additionally. Historic twine building foundation will remain. Gardens, plantings and new fencing will help frame the area while boardwalks will create entrances. A parking buffer plant palette has been submitted, which includes plantings found in the existing garden to the west of the pond. Hydrangeas, sumac and juniper are called out • Provide canopy trees to shade parked cars, but establish where practical. Tree planting in parking lot islands will reduce heat gain and should be encouraged. • Create shade where needed for pedestrians establish more clearly defined pedestrian use areas. ALTERNATIVES as pedestrian buffers. Furthermore, plantings for year-round enjoyment have been identified. The development is proposing a shaded gathering place in the center of the pond. This space will help provide protection from the elements in a circular design that compliments the existing gardens to the west of the pond. The HPC has several alternatives related to these request: A. Approve. If the proposed design review request is found acceptable to the HPC, the HPC should move to approve DP/2014-41. Staff recommends the following conditions of approval: 1. A detailed landscape plan, identifying specific plantings and placement, shall be submitted to City staff. 2. Prior to construction, plans shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval. All necessary grading and storm water permits shall be obtained. 3. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the City Planner. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the HPC. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. B. Approve in part. C. Deny. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the approved Downtown Design Review District guidelines, then the Commission could deny the request. With a denial, the basis of the action is required to be given. Furthermore, the denial would prohibit the applicant from resubmittal of a substantially similar application within one year. D. Table. If the HPC needs additional information to make a decision, the requests could be tabled until January, 2015 meeting. FINDINGS Staff finds the attached landscape and stormwater pond plan meets the Downtown Review District design guidelines. ATTACHMENTS Applicant Submission Narrative Site History Existing Conditions (2 pages) Spools Gardens Design (2 pages) Parking Buffer Plant Palette Site Context Stormwater Pond Specifications DR/2014-34: Terra Springs Pond HPC: November 4, 2014 Page 3 of 3 November 20, 2014 DAMON FARBER ASSOCIATES 401 - 2nd Avenue North, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401 Heritage Preservation Commission City of Stillwater, MN Terra Springs Stormwater Pond Revitalization Project Design Review Dear Members: The Terra Springs Master Board Association along with Damon Farber Associates Landscape Architects and EVS Engineering is leading an effort to repair a stormwater management pond. The goal of this project is to not only resolve the stormwater management issues, but also provide an opportunity to create valuable space that enhances the day to day livability and long term value for every resident. The Terra Springs stormwater management pond has not been functioning for over five years. The outlet pipe is broken, the pond liner is compromised and the aesthetic value has diminished. The stormwater system is in need of repair to meet its original design intent approved by watershed and City. The Terra Springs Master Board Association along with the consultant team led a lengthy community engagement process to involve owners in the design process and receive feedback on proposed preliminary design concepts. Open House comments were evaluated and one concept emerged as a preferred design concept. The preferred concept, titled Spool Gardens, was presented to the Historic Preservation Commission on 3rd of November 2014 for design concept discussion. We are submitting a revised concept based on the suggestions and concerns expressed by the Historic Preservation Commission which includes the following alterations: • Enhanced parking buffers on the north and south sides of the pond with formal shrub plantings to visually and physically screen parking. • Modified pedestrian circulation to relate to the symmetrical geometry of the existing garden west of the pond, and provide more physical and visual access to the pond for pedestrians. • An additional observation deck has been added to maintain and enhance the visual axial west/east alignment of the site • A brick band around the perimeter of the former twine manufacturing building foundation has been added to interpret the history of the site. The Spool Gardens concept draws inspiration from the former twine manufacturing building site on which the current pond Is located. It emphasizes a connection to the river, offers flexible gathering spaces and creates spaces for quiet contemplation and strolling. Custom site furnishings (railings, pathways, benches, etc.) provide opportunities to further interpret the unique history of the site. We hope that the updates made to the Spool Garden concept addressed Commission's suggestions and expectations. With your approval our team will be able to move into the construction document phase of work, to prepare for winter bidding of the project. Thank you for your consideration and review of this project. We look forward to meeting with you to discuss the project In greater detail and incorporate your comments in the final drawings. Sincerely, Damon Farber Associates Tom Whitlock, ASLA Phone: 612.332.7522 I erra Springs design for replacement of stormwater pond DAMONFARBERASSOCIATES 11/18/11 Existing Conditions The Site Terra Springs design for replacement of stormwater pond DAMONFARBERASSOCIATES 11/18/14 Existing Conditions The Pond •11...1111 41. . ra e c 'ails Replica of Prison Wall Observation De k ' Railing 3 A Exposed/Compromised Liner 2 Parking 5 4'14.- lanii. i''''''r- - • 41600 Allik wits% „apir-g. !wiry v10 *I VP . tip114110' The Pond b$0.' 3 Brick Wall around ePond Perimeter 4 ( ked k Wall Terra Springs design for replacement of stormwater pond 5 Ex osed & Com )romised Liner _411106. 1 -Birds Eye View of the Wen 84 Exist; d 11 11 ill 1 2 Observation Deck & ReMica of thel.Prisoeri 6 Formal Garden Plantings,, DAMONFARBERASSOCIATI-S 11/18/14 Interpretive Themes: (Stillwater Territorial Prison Site Reuse Study) • first Territorial prison in the Northwest • twine manufacturing history • connection to the river Design Principles: • address limited access: visual & physical • desire to see and hear the water • need for a flexible gathering space • create spaces for quiet contemplation & strolling • incorporate an open shade structure • interpret the history of the site • create an aesthetically pleasing design from the view above • emphasize connection to the river Terra Springs design for replacement of stormwater pond DAMONFARBERASSOCIATES 11/18/14 Spools Gardens Design Concept ommunity hade Stru ''x9' Cell Sp •ontemplat. Terra Springs design for replacement of stormwater pond DAMONFARBERASSOCIATES 11/18/14 Spools Gardens Desi•.n Concept Gardens Lookout j Walls Garden Commune' Shade Str 6'x9' Cetl ontemp Parking B, Railing _L •- :�tisw o - .x Plantings will Mimic Formal Garden Plantings to 2 ) the West of the Pond ~r r, r n s"' rc estone Bench Recalls Geology of the Site design for replacement of stormwater pond Water Movement and Boulders Interpret the 4 Mississippi River • Spool Gardens Theme Relates to the Twine Making History of the Site • 6' x9' Cell Garden Spaces offer quite contemplation and recall the site history of the first Territorial Prison in the Northwest • Shrub plantings provide a parking buffer • Boulders in the water and water movement make a visual connection to the Mississippi river • Historic brick band gathered from the Warden's house marks the original Twine building foundation • New lookout deck maintains axial West/East visual connectio h° site, 11111111111110 n!;;,illi lin q1!!! I III I! l t �I •r1e11Ylta�� 111 ; 1• , ,I. ��� 1111l'r r � 1 New Railincs will match �x�stln , Historic Brick Band Recalls the Original Twine 5 Building Foundation JAM0NFARBERASSOCIATES 11/18/14 Spool Gardens Parking Buffer Plant Palette Existing Plantings in The Garden West of Fond Red Twigged Dogwood Shrub Provides a Year - Round Interest Arctic fire C oywood adds Winter Interest IMP II', ydrangeas Provide S eening and Display Flowers Dwarf Bush Honeysuckle Provides Screen Attractive Fall Color Terra Springs design for replacement of stormwater pond 'Grow•Low'Sumac Provides Dense Screening Border eat for Screening & Winter Io y :! f =Low'Surnac Provides Fall Interest DAMONFARBERASSOCIATES 11/18/14 Terra Springs design for replacement of stormwater pond DAMONFARBERASSOCIATES 11/18/14 Existing Wall Existing Dock Inlet Pipe -- - Stormwater Existing Wall Concrete Weir Section View of Existing Conditions Existing Wall Finished Grade Existing Dock Inlet Pipe Stormwater V..1111111111011111111111110111111141...., ......... Finished Grade Outlet Pipe Outlet Pipe Finished Grade Concrete Weir Section View of Proposed Conditions Terra Springs design for replacement of stormwater pond Outlet Pipe Outlet Pipe DAMONFARBERASSOCIATES 11/18/14 w ter 1 F @ F H. A I; € O t MINFSJFA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014 CASE NO.: DP/2014-42 APPLICANT: Chad Johnson, HAF Architecture, representing Grady Erickson, applicant REQUEST: Design Review request for the renovation of the exterior, including new rooftop addition, of the structure located at 275 3rd St S. Chad Johnson, HAF Architecture, representing Grady Erickson, applicant ZONING: CBD -Central Business COMP PLAN DISTRICT: DMU-Downtown Mixed Use PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner REQUEST The applicant is proposing exterior modifications to the structure located at 275 3rd Street South, located in the Downtown Design Review District and bordered the Nationally -Registered Commercial Historic District. The proposed modifications include: 1. A complete facade renovation which will include new anodized aluminum storefront windows (to include two new, bump -out window features, capping the front corners of the structure), a new front door and sidelights, 7" shiplap cedar siding, hardi-panel vertical siding in dark gray, and anodized aluminum awnings on all four sides. 2. The existing block foundation will be cleaned and painted to compliment the new color scheme of the building. 3. All existing decks, walkways, stairways and ramps will remain in place. They will be upgraded with new handrails and guardrails. 4. New landscaping on the west facade. A materials sample board is located on the last page of the applicant's submission. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES Municipal Code Section 31-209, Design permit states: • The Standards for Review , Sec. 31- 509(f) indicates the HPC shall utilize the following standards: o Architectural character: • The suitability of the building for the intended purpose. • The consistency of the applications design with approved design guidelines. • The compatibility of the character of the design with adjacent development. o Outdoor advertising: The number, location, color, size, height, lighting and landscaping of outdoor advertising signs and structures in relation to the creation of traffic hazards and the appearance and harmony with adjacent development. o Historical structures, vistas, sites and the impact of development on these resources. o Special design guidelines for areas or districts of the city officially adopted by the city council. The Downtown Design Review manual indicates the following guidelines: Roofs • The predominant roof shape in the commercial core is flat (slightly sloped to drain), with articulated parapets. These parapets, often embellished with brick detailing, are often stepped or sloped to achieve a visually interesting yet harmonious sequence along the building facade. • Infill building roofs shall be flat or gently pitched and hidden behind parapet walls that articulate the rhythm of the building. • Roof edges should be related in size and proportion to adjacent buildings. Utility Areas & Mechanical Equipment • Screen exterior trash and storage areas, service yards, loading areas, transformers and air conditioning units from view of nearby streets and adjacent structures in a manner that is 275 3rd Street South Case No. DP/2014-42 (HPC: December 2, 2014) Page 2 of 5 The applicant is proposing the removal of a triangular-shaped roof feature and replacing it with an (approximately) 760 square foot rooftop access. The new rooftop access would also serve as a skylight to one of the new third -story apartments. Faced predominantly with glass on three sides, the rooftop improvement will also be faced with cedar shiplap siding. The new rooftop addition will require a variance from the Planning Commission but the rest of the roof will remain flat. A portion of the new rooftop improvements will screen all mechanical equipment from street view. compatible with the building and site design. All roof equipment shall be screened from public view. • Use architectural elements to screen mechanical equipment Materials • An infill building and facade should be composed of materials similar to original adjacent facades (example: local brick or stone). • New buildings should not stand out against the others but be compatible with the general area. • The use of exposed or painted concrete masonry units is not acceptable. • The use of materials that attempt to mimic traditional materials is unacceptable. An example would be fiberglass panels that are molded to look like real brick, or vinyl molded to look like wood horizontal lap siding. Color • The color of buildings should relate to the adjacent buildings colors to create a harmonious effect. • Avoid colors which visually overpower or strongly contrast with adjacent building colors and established downtown color schemes as a whole. • The color of brick or other natural building materials should dictate the color family choice. • Painting new infill buildings is prohibited. Awnings (selection) • Retractable or operable awning are encouraged. Fixed awnings should mimic the profile of operable units (one to one pitch). • The emphasis of the awning should remain one of shelter and protection, rather than signage. In keeping with this, the awning should be loose and flowing, not stretched tight, subtle and subdued in color, not bright, extending well out over the sidewalk, not a mere window dressing. • The width of awnings should fit the geometry of the building facade. They ...should reflect the window or door openings below. • The use of water-repellent or vinyl -coated canvas is in keeping with awnings of the time. • Signing on awnings is permitted (in place of other sign types) on the end panel or front valance only. Use lettering size proportional to 275 3T" Street South Case No. DP/2014-42 (HPC: December 2, 2014) Page 3 of 5 While cedar and metal materials are proposed in a four-sided design, which are consistent with historic materials used in and near the Commercial Historic District, the applicant is proposing hardi-panel vertical siding, a fiber - cement composite. This office building, constructed in the mid - 80s, was built prior to the City's development of the Downtown Design Review District. Consequently, painted concrete blocks are present and proposed to continue to exist. On the rear of the structure, and along the Olive Street right-of-way, the concrete block is 10.5' in height. The colors proposed are dark earthtones. The proposed colors are consistent with the colors found on the National Guard Armory and the Jassoy Block Building (204 3rd Street South), designated historic structures in the Commercial Historic District. While the applicant is proposing an awning, the awning is not consistent with the guidelines as this is not a traditional storefront building. Constructed as an office building that resembles an apartment building, a retractable, loose and flowing, water-repellent awning would not be consistent with the design of the structure. The awnings proposed, however, are to provide shelter and to help break up building massing. The width of the awnings fit the geometry of the building facade. Front valance building identification signage is proposed consistent to that of the Stillwater Post Office. the space available. • Back lighting of the awnings is inappropriate Landscaping • Highlight important architectural features and structures by use of distinctive landscaping. • Visually and physically buffer parking lots from adjacent buildings and pedestrian walkways with groupings of plant materials. • Frame and edge existing and proposed building where feasible with appropriate types of plant material to achieve human scale. • Carefully locate street trees and shrub plantings with the downtown area to buffer and separate walkways from traffic. Create shade where needed for pedestrians establish more clearly defined pedestrian use areas. • Provide canopy trees to shade parked cars, but establish where practical. Tree planting in parking lot islands will reduce heat gain and should be encouraged. ALTERNATIVES AND RECOMMENDATION Significant existing vegetation exists to the east of structure as well as on the north property line, providing for some shade in the parking and drive areas. Landscaping in the front of the building will help break the hardscape surfaces between the pedestrian walking pathways, parking and drive areas and the building. The front elevation landscaping will help disguise the concrete block foundation. Existing shrubs parallel the south side of the structure. These are proposed to remain in place. The HPC has several alternatives related to these request: A. Approve. If the proposed design review request is found acceptable to the HPC, the HPC should move to approve DP/2014-42. Staff recommends the following conditions of approval: 1. All exterior signage, with the exception of the building address sign, shall receive a design review permit prior to the installation. 2. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the City Planner. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the HPC. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. B. Approve in part. C. Deny. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the approved Downtown Design Review District guidelines, and the requirements set forth approval of Site Alterations, then the Commission could deny the request. With a denial, the basis of the action is required to be given. Furthermore, the denial would prohibit the applicant from resubmittal of a substantially similar application within one year. D. Table. If the HPC needs additional information to make a decision, the requests could be tabled until January, 2015meeting. Staff recommends approval of DP/2014-42 with the following aforementioned conditions. ATTACHMENTS Applicant Submission 275 31d Street South Case No. DP/2014-42 (HPC: December 2, 2014) Page 4 of 5 Title Page Certificate of Survey Landscape Plan As -Built and (interior) Demolition Plan (4 pages) Proposed Floor Plans (5 pages) Exterior Elevations (8 pages) Sample Board 275 3T" Street South Case No. DP/2014-42 (HPC: December 2, 2014) Page 5 of 5 PROJECT LOCATION MAP MATERIAL HATCHES (secTpu CUTS) EARTH/ COMPACTED FILL CONCRETE MASONRY UNITS HIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII{ ////A POURED CONCRETE MASONRY :VENEER STONE STEEL ROUGH WOOD FINISH WOOD /LARGE SCALE; RIGID INSULATION CEILING TRE /LARGE SCALE', GRANULAR FILL GYPSUM BOL RD CEILING IPLANI PLYWOOD (LARGE SCALE; BATT INSULATION BLOT NINSULATION GYPSUM BOARD (LARGE SCALE) POURED CONCRETE(PLAN, ON THE LEDGE 275 3RD STREET S. 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FIRST FLOOR AGtAS-BUILT & DEMOLITION PLA NS SECOND &THIRD FLOOR AG2AS-BUILT & DEMOLITION PLA NS ROOF AG3AS-BUILT EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS A,G PROPOSED BASEMENT LEVEL FLOOR PLAN Al PROPOSED FIRST LEVEL FLOOR PLAN A,2 PROPOSED SECOND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN A,3 PROPOSED THIRD LEVEL FLOOR PLAN A,4 PROPOSED ROOF PLAN A2.G PROPOSED WEST ELEVATION A2.1 PROPOSED NORTH ELEVATION A2.2 PROPOSED EAST ELEVATION A2.3 PROPOSED SOUTH ELEVATION CODE NOTES HAF GROUP HF ARCHITECTS E1El LI: "OT TIE LEDGE. 275 FI11RD SLREE'l STILLWATER SIN 11-21-2014 PLANNING SET GR\DY ILELICIESON g�',+Gkxon� liEcdom, Flo coni TITLE SHEET. T1 III flO, � I 0D1CALL BEFORE YOU LI, GopheraState One Call MIN CRY AREA 651-9S4-00,2TOLL F0. fe I -16B n FLOOD INFORMATION: AREA OF MINIMAL FLOODING PER FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MANCOUe G PARCEL AREA: TOTAL AREA OF PARCEL 13,600 S4 FT 0 312 ACRE. EXISTING LEGAL DESCRIPTION: EXISTING PARCEL ,LEGAL DESCRIPTION PROVIDED BY °UNE, The feet of the south 134.00 feet of Lot, 6 7 and fleBleck 30st GORIGINAL TOWN OF STILLWATER ',Joshing. CERTIFICATION: establishedThis is to certify to XXXXX that this survey was made in accordance with Minimum Standard Detail Requirements for ALTA ACSAI Land Title Surveys. jointly and adopted Ly AL, and ACSAI in 1BBB, and pursuant to the accuracy standards adopted by AL, and Anl ain effect on the dare of this certification, of an and Urban survey. a CORNERSTONE LAND SURVEYING, INC Dated 10-20—BZ By Daniel L. Thurmes Minnesota license No. 25718 F. SURVEY NOTES. FF' DESCRIPTION1. BEARINGS ARE ASSUMED 2. ELEVATION BASED ON INFORAIATION OBTAINED FROM THE GIN OF STILLWATER ENC.INEERING DEPARTMENT. 3. LITILIN AS—BUILT INFORAIATION PROVIDED BY THE LIN OF STILLWATER ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT. 4. ALL UTILITIES PER AS BUILT INFORMATION UNLESS ORTHERWISE NOTED. 5. DUE TO EXCLESS IN THE OVERALL THERE ARE GAPS WITH THE ADJOiuwGocx To. PROPERTIES SYMBOLS: a RWATER VALVE 1 '2" IRON PIPE ;E'ER BEA R DWIRES o DENOTES SET 1,2" ON PIPE MARRED RE 25718 HELL SCALE. 1 INCH — 20 FEET NORTH L QTY O F STI LLWATER CONTACT: Jon W. Whitcomb 2020 Washington Avenue 5511Nvate, MN 55082 Phone. 651-430-0192 Fax. 651-430-0212 COUNTY: WASHINGTON, COUNTY CERTIFICATION: (M1,1 am a duly LIfensed Lan inn .rt .,Hann MINNesor R li rrhasrfatIonNo L, 15 Vz REVISIONS: REVISION PROJECT LOCATION: 275 3RD STREET SOUTH CONDO CONVERSION 1900Greeley Street 5utetl3 GV10 Building SIIPhone 61 8 er5276 Ph9 Fax 59 dlcleod msa n 1 CORNERSTONE LANG SURVEYING, INC CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY LANDSCAPING PLAN TL -0,1.4T L .>Yrn rkMc Sae I GlV A 1,55-5 E CRAB B M1JY ,_J��EP Jo.PEA j, G kl,aryEJ �WrSYMUS *7“sr D A.til 5FI REA .2 C amg4 T AM V,Ty p,2lJ' 24" B:8 1 F CRVM5.4 BAAt-AIRY ''r2 rc tT. ro CY GLoeE Axl TA 7 cwr 1 HAF GROUP ARCNITECTuR HMF ARCH 1 T E C T$ "ON THE LEDGE" 275 THIRD STREET STILLWATER MN PRELIMINARY SCHEMATIC DESIGN GRADY ERICKSON genckson@freedomvatu.cmn L1 0- 0 0 0- 0- 0- V 0 0 - X D 0 AS -BUILT BASEMENT PLAN El .. 4 AS -BUILT FIRST FLOOR PLAN O 0 0 0 0 0 f bb 0 0 0 FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN O O O 0 -CD HAF GROUP HF A R C HI TECTS ITEC "OT TIE LEDGE" 275 CI11RO SrRJiE'l STILLWATER SIN 11-21-2014 PLANNING SET GR\DY ITELICKSON gcHoT oo(eiliccdoim 510 coni A0.0 0- 0 0 L 1J 0 0 Ell AS -BUILT SECOND FLOOR PLAN 0- 0— El 1 -I AS—BUILT THIRD FLOOR PLAN 1 L -00 0 0 -0 O MI HAF 0 GROUP�. f SECOND FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN 0 a o THIRD FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN O HF ARCHITECTS ITEC "UT TIE LEDGE. 275 CI11RO SLREEl STILLWA'11R SIN 11-21-2014 PLANNING SET GR\DY ERICKSON gcrickFon(ei liccdom, Flo coni A0.1 0- 0 O O AS -BUILT ROOF PLAN 0 L P O O 0 0 O O O 10 ROOF DEMOLITION PLAN 0 0 0 0 HAF G R O U �P HF. 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A1.0 0- 0 FIRST LEVEL FLOOR PLAN 00 101 102 1 1=1 1 04 0 0 �, 111 ll 0 103 E u PLAN KEYNOTE LEGEND 1. KOHLER B1ODEL K-2224. TOILET TO BE INSTALLED FLLInb1W IF NECESSARY,in LEDIaE ROUE NEN' ANODIZED ALUALINL. STOREFRONT , RE IHSTALLED TO 50,01.2 OF FLOOR SYSTEM 5 PROVIDE NEW DOOR... FIDE LIGHT - FIELD VERIFY 7 PROVIDE NEM HANDRAIL/GUARDRAIL SYSTEM FLOOR TO ELOOR HEIGHTS 11 PROVIDE NEM FIRE RATED DOOR STAIRS ARE LOCATED la VERIFY OR. BARS IIEETS ADA STANDARDS FIELD VERI. ROUGH OPEHILIG PROVIDE NEM H C RAUID AND HANDRAIL 12 FROM/IDE NEM OPENING' FOR STOREFRONT SYSTEM - FIELD VERIFY CEILING TILES IN COMMON AREAS HAF GROUP ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT H7F ARCH 1 TECTS "ON THE 1 PDGF. 275 THIRII STREET STILLWATER AIN 11-21-2014 PLANNING SET OR APR FRICKSON y uokson@5ccdcmvNu com 0 0 A1.1 0 0 SECOND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN 00 ti 20-+ 201 0 0 0 202 E 203 i • PLAN KEYNOTE LEGEND 1. KOHLER MODEL K.-30.84.. TOILET TO BE INSTALLED 2. KOHLER URIN, TO BE INSTALLED ,RE-ROUTE Ne, SINK WI I J. NEN' ANODIZED ALUMINUM STOREFRONT , INSTALLED TO BO -701.10F FLOOR SYSTEM 5 PROVIDE NEW DOOR AND FIDE LIGHT - FIELD VERIFY 6. PROVIDE NEW 3." DOOR 11-21-2014 PROVIDED NE. FRENCH W.I. DOOR PLANNING SET PRO"IDE NE, MET, .E.ERE FLOOR TO FLOOR HEIGHTS 1C IN -FILL ,ALL A: NEEDED - FIELD VERIFY 11 PROVIDE NE, FIRE RATED DOOR OR ADV FRICKSON 12 PROVIDE NEU FLOOR TEM„ HEREE,FTwu soLloLso1K35acdomvNuwm STAIRS ARE LOCATED la VERIFY... BARS VEETS ADA STANDARDS HAF GROUP ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT H7F ARCHITECTS "f 1V THP. I FIX.. S1fl 1 %RII STRF.FT STIITIVATEA AIN 15. PROVIDE NEN' TILE ON FLOOR P. 4," ON WALL FIELD VERIFY ROUGH OPENING 1, PROVIDE NE, OPENING' FOR STOREFRONT SYSTEM - FIELD ‘ERIFY 2C.. PROVIDE NE, FLOORING CARPET P,INT CEILING TILES IN COMMON AREAS FLOOR PL,N 0 0 o A1.2 oQ 25 G Q FIFIFF O 0 01 ED THIRD LEVEL FLOOR PLAN 1e 1 0 PLAN KEYNOTE LEGEND 1. KOHLER MODEL K -30,34.-C TOILET TO BE INSTALLED 2. KOHLER GRIN, TO BE INITn LE,REROUE P1,1.161,40 IF NECESS,R, NE, SINK WI I H .I. NEN' ANODIZED ALUMINUM STOREFRONT , INSTALLED TO BOG -01.10F FLOOR SYSTEGI 5 PROVIDE NEW DOOR AND FIDE LIGHT - FIELD VERIFY 8. PROVIDED NE. FRENCH W.I. DOOR PROGIDE NE, HET, STAIRCASE - FIELD "ERIF, FLOOR TO FLOOR HEIGHTS 1C IN -FILL ,ALL A: NEEDED - FIELD VERIFY 11 PROVIDE NE, FIRE RATED DOOR 12 PROVIDE NEU FLOOR SYSTEM UHERE EYISTING STAIRS ARE LOCATED 13 VERIFY GRAB BARS GEETS ADA STANDARDS 15. PROVIDE NEN, TILE ON FLOOR P. 4," ON 'GALL FIELD VERIG, ROUGH OPENING G. PROVIDE NE, OPENING' FOR STOREFRONT SYSTEM - FIELD VERIFY 2G. PROVIDE NE, FLOORING CARPET P CEILING TILES IN COMMON AREAS HAF GROUP ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT H7F ARCHITECTS ''ON THP. I PDGF. 275 THIRD STRF.FT STH.I.WATFR AIN 11-21-2014 PLANNING SET GR 4DV FRICKSON D ucLeon@5ccdomvNu coo O A1.3 00 o- 0 - ME J PLAN KEYNOTE LEGEND 1. KOHLER MODEL K-3,84. TOILET TO BE INSTALLED 2. KOHLER URN., TO BE INITn LE,REROUE 1 NEN' ANODIZED ALUMINUM STOREFRONT , IHSTALLED TO 60,01.10F FLOOR SYSTEnn 5 PROVIDE NEW DOOR AND FIDE LIGHT - FIELD VERIFY 6. PROVIDE NEW 3." DOOR 8. PROVIDED NE. FRENCH W.I. DOOR FLOOR TO FLOOR HEIGHTS 1C IN -FILL ,ALL A: NEEDED - FIELD VERIFY 11 PROVIDE NE, FIRE RATED DOOR 12 PROVIDE NEU FLOOR SYSTEM UHERE EYISTING STAIRS PRE LOCATED la VERIFY CRAB BARS VEETS ADA STANDARDS 15. PROVIDE NEN, TILE ON FLOOR P. 4-(2" ON WALL 16. PRLVIDE NE, ENTRY Dtd0R.ITH SMUT.. - FIELD VERIFY ROUGH OPE1.111.10 1, PROVIDE NE, OPENING' FOR STOREFRONT SYSTEM - FIELD ‘ERIFY 2G. PROVIDE NE, FLOORING CARPET P,INT OJD CEILING TILES IN COMMON AREAS HAF GROUP ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT H7F ARCHITECTS ''ON THP. 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Collaborative Design Group, represented by Bill Hickie, and John Lauber and Company partnering with Claybaugh Preservation Architecture both submitted excellent project proposals. Each of the proposals has its own set of strengths: Lauber/ Claybaugh • diversified team of professionals from five different firms • proposal identified process for public engagement and early stakeholder groups • relevant work examples include numerous reuse studies • references include local government preservation commission staff Collaborative: • an in-house team of professionals with substantial years of experience • strong architectural review and restoration history with public projects • relevant work includes assessments of significant public structures • previous projects sensitive to historical preservation PROPOSAL REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION The project is on an aggressive timeline. As the HPC will need to make a recommendation to the City Council to enter into a contract for services with one of the proposers, upon proposal submission, Chairman Larson, Community Development Director Turnbald and I reviewed the proposals to formulate a recommendation to the HPC. We determined the process of the reuse study, the public meetings and stakeholder input as well as the demonstrated experience rose to the top of the priority list. We determined that although Colloborative Design Group has significant architectural assessment, restoration and interpretation experience, these services are not the intent of the HPC December 1, 2014 Bergstein Warehouse/Mill Reuse Study Proposals reuse study but, rather, a comprehensive assessment of what uses will be most fitting for these vacant buildings as well as how the City will begin restoration efforts in the future. As such, we recommend the HPC consider recommending the Council enter into contract with Lauber/ Claybaugh. HPC ACTION The HPC has two alternatives: 1. Make a recommendation to the City Council to enter into contract for services with one of the proposers or the other; or 2. Appoint a Heritage Preservation Commission committee to make a recommendation on behalf of the whole. ATTACHED Request for Proposals Lauber/ Claybaugh proposal Collaborative Design Group proposal A Primer for Reuse Teams CITY OF STILLWATER HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposals Due: 3:00 p.m. on November 19, 2014 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. Purpose This Request for Proposals (RFP) is being issued by the City of Stillwater Planning Department (hereinafter known as the City) on behalf of the Heritage Preservation Commission (hereinafter known as the HPC). The City is responsible for coordinating the solicitation and review process for the selection of a Principal Investigator (hereafter known as the PI) and team to conduct an independent, objective and analytical reuse study for the Moritz Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse, two vacant National Register listed structures owned by the City of Stillwater. The PI must meet the Secretary of Interior's Professional Standards in the area of architectural history or historical architecture. The PI must prove previous satisfactory experiences in conducting a Reuse Study. The PI serve as the principal project manager and will be responsible for the formulation of the Reuse Study Team (RST). The entire RST, including the PI, is likely to include an architectural real estate specialist, a historian, a recreational development specialist as well as an interpretative specialist, though the City is open to RST members that are able to perform the tasks necessary to conduct and develop the Reuse Study. 1.2. Inquiries All questions or requests for information should be sent by email to: Abbi Jo Wittman, awittman@ci.stillwater.mn.us. All inquiries received Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 1 by email before 12:00 p.m. (noon) on November 12, 2014 will receive responses. Responses which involve an interpretation or change to this RFP will be issued in writing by addendum and e-mailed to all parties recorded by the City as having received a copy of this RFP. All such addenda issued by the City shall be considered part of the RFP. Any addenda will be issued in writing by email by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on November 12, 2014. This is one week prior to the proposal submission deadline. Only additional information provided by formal written addenda will be binding. Oral and other interpretations or clarifications will be without legal effect. 1.3. Background Information 1.3.1. Relevant History A new bridge is currently being constructed over the St. Croix River between Minnesota and Wisconsin as the National Register Stillwater Lift Bridge can no longer adequately handle the traffic flow. The Federal Highway Administration, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and the Wisconsin and Minnesota State Historic Preservation Offices (MNSHPO) entered into the St. Croix River Crossing Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) in 1994 outlining Section 106 responsibilities for the project with regard to its historical considerations; the MOA was amended in 2006. The location of the new bridge was determined to have an adverse impact on the Moritz and Bertha Bergstein property in Oak Park Heights, Minnesota. Originally six buildings, the site was a rare surviving Minnesota example of the family's adaptions to American life. The site included the house, a barn, and two outbuildings on one lot and a shoddy mill and a two-story warehouse across the street. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) facilitated studies (WA -OHC -001 and WA -OHC -072) determining NRHP eligibility of the shoddy mill and warehouse structures under Criterion A in the area of social history, as an illustration of daily living patterns of Germanic -Jewish immigrants and their livelihood. The MOA indicated a mitigation effort of the bridge may be relocation of the shoddy mill and warehouse if a suitable owner and site had been determined; if relocation could not occur, the structures could be demolished. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 2 By January, 2005, a proposed site assessment had been completed. It determined the structures could be relocated to the Aiple Property/ Barge Terminal site in nearby Stillwater. By motion of the Stillwater City Council, on June 7, 2005, the City agreed to provide the site for the shoddy mill and warehouse as well as take over any future maintenance responsibilities. While the four structures on the west side of the street were ultimately demolished, as provided for in the MOA, the shoddy mill and warehouse were listed in the National Register in 2008 (#08000133). The shoddy mill and warehouse were moved by the MNDOT into Stillwater in November of 2012 in accordance with direction provided in the MOA and as agreed by the state and federal agencies. With the historical, historic archaeological and architecture/engineering documentation prepared, site preparation of the Barge Terminal property conducted, and the relocation of the structures finalized, the MNDOT's obligations to the mill and warehouse have been fulfilled. The structures are now the responsibility of the City and, as the structures sit vacant, direction is needed on the future use. However, as they have sat vacant since prior to the move, the structures are more vulnerable to deterioration and vandalism. The City desires rehabilitation of the structures but rehabilitation plans cannot be formulated without a plan for use. 1.3.2. General Structure and Site Description The Moritz Bergstein shoddy mill and warehouse (ca. 1890) are now located on a thin strip of city -owned, deciduous flood plain forest running parallel to and between Highway 95 and the St. Croix River, less than two miles north of their original location. Situated 25 to 30 feet apart from each other in an arrangement simulating the historic configuration, the site's adjacency to the railroad and semi -rural location is a setting that does not detract from the character -defining features of the original property. Historically, several mills and plants lined the shoreline of the St. Croix River in and around where these structures are situated. The parcel is at the northern boundary of the Stillwater South Main Street Archaeological District, a 120 -acre district designated in 2010 (#10000006). Located approximately 750' south of the Stillwater Commercial Historic District, the parcel is a gateway into Stillwater's urban core. Consequently, given its location, the property has been designated as a city park. Planned to encompass the Loop Trail, a multi -state trail linking Minnesota and Wisconsin's regional trail systems, a 2005 park plan is currently being updated. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 3 The shoddy mill is 27' by 21', constructed of mortared rubble and dressed stone. It was where rags were turned into shoddy (mattress stuffing). The interior is an undivided space, containing no machinery or equipment. The 29' by 31' wood -frame warehouse was utilized for mattress production and storage. The wood stud bearing walls are sheathed in wood and covered with wide wood siding, except where historic drop siding remains on the eastern elevation; there is a metal clad, gable roof. The first floor is open and contains a trap door, providing access to the second floor. A second -story elevated catwalk extends from the trap door to a large, eight -spoke wood pulley and rope which was used to lift mattresses and raw material. 1.3.3. Agency Coordination As a result of the location, adjacent to the St. Croix River and within a floodplain, various federal, state and local agencies had an interest in the relocation of these historic structures to their current site. The City has received a wide range of support for the relocation of the structures, the placement in their current location as well as potential future use and interpretation opportunity. Prior to the relocation of the structures, the City worked with the National Park Service (NPS), who has oversight within the St. Croix Scenic Riverway planning area, to gain approval of the structure's placement. Additionally, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), which reviews projects in the Floodplain, was consulted. The Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and the MN DOT, having Section 106 responsibilities as per the MOA, were involved with this project from the onset. The MN DOT prepared the site and relocated the structures after the City Planning Commission reviewed the proposed relocation, approving variances to the City's Bluffland/Shoreland Overlay District regulations. Ongoing efforts by the Chamber of Commerce's Downtown Revitalization Committee (DRC), whose membership includes individuals from the business community, members of local visitor services agencies and city representatives, have identified these structures as an integral component to the City's waterfront and downtown planning efforts. Identifying a need for support facilities for trail, parkland and open space facilities, the DRC encouraged the City to explore reuse opportunities for these structures. 1.3.4. Additional Relevant Information Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 4 Though the City has not decided on any specific uses for these two buildings, the site's parkland and open space designation lends itself to park, river and trail related uses. Currently the City is undergoing a separate planning process of updating the 1998 Aiple Property & Kolliner Master Plan while exploring the potential addition of public transient docking on the Barge Terminal/Aiple Property. Additionally the 2005 Proposed Site Assessment indicated the property provides an excellent opportunity to adapt the buildings for use as a visitor and/or interpretative center. Lastly, the reuse study has recently been identified by the Stillwater HPC as a priority to better facilitate and promote historic preservation and heritage tourism within the community. The HPC understands the opportunities the City has in utilizing these structures as an integral component to not only the physical development of this parkland and open space area but, too, the historical interpretation of early immigrant lifestyles in Stillwater and the St. Croix Valley. The HPC recognizes the reuse study as a first step to bring new life to these structures and to this site. 1.3.5. Electronic Resources The City has compiled together relevant information pertaining to the site and structures. Downloadable documents are available at the following websites1: MHS Primer for Reuse Teams, 1995 Phase III Historical Documentation Studv, 1997 Aiple Property & Kolliner Park Master Plan, 1998 Phase I & II Architectural History Survey , 2004 Relocation Feasibility Report, 2005 Relocation Feasibility Report Sections and Plans, 2005 Relocation Mitigation Report, 2005 Archaeology Investigations, 2005 St. Croix River Crossing EIS, 2006 Minnesota Historic Property Record, 2010 A copy of relocation photographs will he provided to the selected consultant upon request. 2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION ' Links may not work depending on file format. A full list of links may be accessed at www.ci.stillwater.mn.us/bergsteinreuserfo Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 5 2.1. Project Process and Timelines The process will be conducted in accordance with the process outlined in the "A Primer for Historic Properties Reuse Teams in Minnesota." A copy of the primer is available in the resources addendum to this RFP. In summary, the phases of the project include: Solicitation Phase: Staff, including the Public Works Superintendent, will host a pre -proposal onsite meeting at November 5, 2014, at 10 am. Inquiries made at this onsite meeting shall not be included as part of the addendum. At their regularly -scheduled meeting December 2, 2014, the HPC will make recommendation to the City Council. Presentations to the HPC may be required. The City Council is anticipated to approve a contract for services on December 16, 2014. Startup Phase: Between December 17, 2014, and February 14, 2015, the RST will assess the structural condition to define architectural constraints and begin preliminary rehab requirements following the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the treatment of Historic Properties. The RST will gather information including community demographics, market studies, planning and zoning information, site information, historical information, blueprints, photographs, historic structure reports and other essential information pertinent to the study development. At their first regularly -scheduled meeting in January, the PI will meet with the HPC to provide an update of the project. On Site Phase: Between January 1 and February 14, 2015, the PI and RST will survey the community to get a feel for unmet market needs, trends and potential uses and/ or tenants. They will conduct a community investigation including assessing the building's condition and site, noting special features or problems and begin to estimate rehabilitation requirements. The PI and the RST will conduct confidential interviews with community members representing many points of view to: • Gauge public sentiment; • Identify local issues that may affect the future of the property; • Identify market opportunities that the property might serve; and • Identify local resources to tap for rehabilitation. The PI and the RST will hold at least one public meeting to hear from people not interviewed. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 6 Analysis and Presentation Phase: Between February 15 and May 14, 2015, the PI will analyze the findings, identity needs and opportunities; form recommendations within the context of the physical, economic and political constraints; and produce the draft report. By May 15, 2015, the PI will present the draft study to the HPC as well as submit the draft to the Minnesota Historical Society for review and comment. The PI and Staff will solicit feedback and the RST will provide study follow up and finalization. By June 22, 2015, the PI will submit the final study to the City, making presentations to the HPC and City Council. 2.2. Interim Reporting The PI will submit to the City monthly reports, due by the 10th of the month, of the project progress. 2.3. Budget and Support Services Total available funding to pay for the consultant services is $28,750 The consultant's contract will be partially funded by Minnesota Historical Society grant including the Certified Local Government program and the Historical and Cultural Heritage Grant program. The City of Stillwater will administer the grant project. The City Planner will serve as the local liaison to the PI and the RST. The Liaison, in conjunction with the HPC, will prepare site information packets for the RST. In conjunction with City Public Works and Engineering staff, the Liaison will host an onsite evaluation with the PI and the RST to gain a better understanding of the site and structures, as well as begin a preliminary assessment rehabilitation requirements. 2.4. Description of Final Products The final product will be a reuse study that will contain the findings of the research, identifying needs of the community and opportunities for reuse. This shall include, but not be limited to: • An Executive Summary: Use Alternative, Basic Reuse Analysis and Recommendations; • Study Introduction: Study Concept, Study Purpose, Consultant Team, Study Process, Chronology of Events; • Conditions: Site/ Context, Exterior Envelope and Structure, Interior Spaces and Materials, Environmental Concerns, Existing Building Plans and Evaluations Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 7 • Issues Analysis • Needs Analysis • Conceptual Plan Alternatives: Design Process, Descriptions of Schemes, Preliminary Drawings (plans, elevations and sections) • Conceptual Cost Estimates and Potential Funding Sources including outside developers 2.5. Deliverables The PI will submit to the City five hard copy reuse studies. The PI will also submit one electronic copy of the study in an editable MS Office product and Adobe PDF, as well as individual electronic files of all document, image and photo files, if applicable. All materials produced by the consultant during the course of the project will be owned by the City of Stillwater. 3. PROPOSAL CONTENTS 3.1. Team Identification 3.1.1. Provide a brief description of the PI's capability, history and organization and how the PI meets the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards in the area of architectural history or historical architecture. 3.1.1.1.1. Indicate whether the PI operates as an individual, partnership, or corporation; if as a corporation, include the state in which it is incorporated. If appropriate, state whether it is licensed to operate in the State of Minnesota. 3.1.1.1.2. Include the name and phone number of person(s), if different from the PI, authorized to negotiate/expedite the proposal contract with the City of Stillwater. 3.1.2. Include the number of executive and professional individuals by skill and qualification that will be employed in the work as part of the RST. Attach resumes of individuals who will carry out the proposed project development and their respective roles in the project. 3.1.2.1. Show where these personnel will be physically located during the time they are engaged in the work. Resumes or qualifications are required for proposed project personnel. 3.2. Past Involvement with Similar Projects Identify past involvement with similar projects for the PI and RST members. Highlight experiences planning and preparing reuse studies for publicly -owned National Register listed structures and working with public -citizen groups on planning projects and using innovative methods to build community support. Provide at least one Reuse Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 8 Study conducted by the PI as well as contacts that can be used for references. 3.3. Project Work Plan The consultant shall provide a proposal that establishes a general concept for the program, including a proposed timeline, which is based on the above "Project Description and Timelines". The Work Plan shall include a detailed work program and time schedule for each phase of the work, including milestone for periodic review of the work with the HPC and the City Planner. 3.4. Brief Statement of Planning Approach An explanation of the consultant's understanding of the project, its approach to the work and the key issues to address including explanation of the methodology that would be used to conduct the various elements of the feasibility study. 3.5. Other Relevant Information Any other information deemed helpful in demonstrating the proposer's ability to successfully complete the project. 3.6. Fee Quotation The consultant shall provide a separate cost for each product. The cost will be a "not -to -exceed" fee for the requested services. The quoted fee shall include estimated reimbursable fees. The quoted fee shall also include sales tax, if applicable, and provide the detail. Also include a per -meeting cost for any meetings that are held beyond those specified in the proposal. Personal compensation for mileage and lodging may not exceed maximums allowed under federal regulations. The fees quoted in this packet will be the maximum paid in total unless an amendment to the contract is approved by both parties. 3.7. Number of Proposals Submit six copies of the proposal. 3.8. Acknowledgement of Consultant 3.8.1. In the hiring of common or skilled labor for the performance of any work under any contract, or any subcontract, no contractor, material supplier, or vendor, shall, by reason of race, creed, or color, discriminate against the person or persons who are citizens of the Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 9 United States or resident aliens who are qualified and available to perform the work to which the employment relates. 3.8.2. No contractor, material supplier, or vendor, shall, in any manner, discriminate against, or intimidate, or prevent the employment of any person or persons identified in previous section, or on being hired, prevent, or conspire to prevent, the person or persons from the performance of work under any contract on account of race, creed, or color. 3.8.3. The consultant agrees any publications, studies, reports, presentations, files, audio visual materials, exhibits, or other material prepared with grant assistance will contain an acknowledgement of Historic Preservation Fund grant funds and nondiscrimination policy as follows: "The This program is financed in part with federal funds from the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. However, the contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department of the Interior, nor does the mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation by the Department of Interior. This program receives federal financial assistance for identification and protection of historic properties. Under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, the U.S. Department of the Interior prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, or age in its federally assisted programs. If you believe you have been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility as described above, or if you desire further information, please write to: Office for Equal Opportunity, National Park Service, 1849 C Street, NW, Washington, DC 20240." 3.8.4. The consultant is not debarred or suspended or is otherwise excluded form or ineligible for participation in Federal assistance programs under Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 10 3.8.5. Other financial contributions may be acknowledged in the document as directed by the City. 3.9. Additional Information and Comments Include any other information that may be pertinent, but not specifically asked for elsewhere. 3.10. Submission Deadline Proposals are to be received in the office of the Community Development Department no later than 3:00 p.m. on November 19th, 2014. No late proposals will be considered. Proposals may be mailed or hand delivered to: Abbi Jo Wittman City Planner Stillwater City Hall 216 Fourth Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 3.11. Submission Reference Proposals received in response to this invitation shall become the property of the City of Stillwater and shall be retained on file, and by reference will become a part of any subsequent formal agreement. 4. EVALUATION CRITERIA The City of Stillwater reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals. Proposals will be evaluated by the City on the following: 4.1. Qualifications 4.1.1. Recent consulting experiences with similar types of projects and references for these projects. 4.1.2. How the overall proposal addresses and ties together all the tasks listed in the Scope of Work and the PI's ability to compile the study within the designated time frame. 4.1.3. The process proposed to gather input from the stakeholders and citizens, and conduct the public meetings. 4.1.4. Work experience and educational background of PI and the RST and their direct knowledge/ experience specific to Stillwater. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 11 4.1.5. Demonstrated understanding of the scope of the work to be completed. 4.1.6. Compliance with the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for history and architectural historic as published in the Federal Register of September 29, 1983. 4.1.7. A competitive bid 4.2. Proposed Project Work Plan Overall content and concept 4.3. Cost Overall cost, including reimbursable expenses and the ability to produce the final products within the budget limitations identified in the RFP/RFQ. 4.4. Time Schedule Ability to comply with the proposed time schedule for the project. 4.5. Oral Presentation Following a review of the written responses to this Request for Qualifications, the City of Stillwater may invite a limited number of consultants to present their proposal to a committee made up of HPC members and City staff. The quality of the consultant's oral presentation will be considered in the selection process. 4.6. Additional Information They City reserves the right to waive any irregularities or to reject any of all proposal determine to not be in the best interest of the project. The City further reserves the right to supplement, amend or otherwise modify this RFP, or otherwise request additional information from any or all applicants, at any time after the RFP is published. By submitting a proposal, the firm thereby acknowledges that the City's decision concerning any submittal in any respect is final, binding and conclusive for all purposes and acknowledges that the sponsors in their sole and unqualified discretion, may waive or deviate from the procedures and/or timetable outlined. All materials submitted become the property of the City and may be made available to the public. All costs incurred in connection with responding to the RFP will be borne by the submitting firm or individuals. 5. GENERAL INFORMATION 5.1. Incurring Costs Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 12 The City of Stillwater assumes no responsibility of liability for costs incurred by the consultant prior to the signing of a contract for this project. Total liability of the City of Stillwater is limited to the terms and conditions of this agreement. 5.2. Acceptance or Rejection of Proposal Contents In submitting this proposal, it is understood that the right is reserved by the City to reject any and all proposals. The contents of this RFP and the proposal will become contractual obligations if a contract ensues. 5.3. Issuance of RFP and Award Process Issuance of this RFP does not compel the City to award a contract. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals wholly or in part and to waive any technicalities, informalities, or irregularities in any proposal at its sole option and discretion. The City reserves the right to request clarification or additional information. The City reserves the right to award a contract or to re -solicit proposals or to temporarily or permanently abandon the procurement. 5.4. Disclosure All information in a proposal, except fee analysis, is subject to disclosure under the provisions of Minnesota Statute Chapter 13 "Minnesota Government Data Practices Act". Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study RFP Page 13 r•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• A Proposal to Conduct a Historic Property Reuse Study of the Bergstein Shoddy Mill Stillwater, MN John Lauber and Company LLC Claybaugh Preservation Architecture Inc November 2014 • • 411• • • PROJECT BACKGROUND • , The Moritz Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse are the • �. \.\ remaining structures from what was originally a complex of six buildings located above the St. Croix River in Oak Park, ;4"/-:' Minnesota. The structures were listed on the National it Register of Historic Places in 2008 under Criterion A as an •�' �`` intact example of a property providing insight into the daily • ��► �, 4T living patterns of Germanic -Jewish immigrants to • rt . Minnesota, and their efforts to sustain themselves in a new • T ,1 land. The mill and warehouse building were moved to their current location in 2012 in keeping with a Section 106 • g -a '�`! mitigation agreement completed as part of planning for the • new St. Croix River Bridge. The buildings are owned by the • City of Stillwater, and the new site has been designated as a city park, which will eventually be connected to the Loop Trail, and may also be • provided with docking facilities for boaters on the St. Croix. The park will serve as a • gateway that will help introduce visitors to the resource -rich historic community of Stillwater. • • Recognizing that the Bergstein property could play an important role in the community's efforts to foster historic preservation and heritage tourism in the area, the City of • Stillwater and the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission recently issued a request • for proposals seeking a team of preservation professionals to conduct a historic property • reuse study for the Mill and Warehouse. 411 In response to that solicitation, preservation consultants and experienced reuse study • leaders John Lauber and Bob Claybaugh made a scoping visit to the property on 5 November 2014, meeting with city planner Abbi Jo Wittman, touring and photographing • the buildings, and discussing aspirations and expectations for the reuse study project. • Prior to that visit, both consultants had reviewed a number of documents tracing the • history, significance and preservation of the Mill and Warehouse. Bob Claybaugh had first become familiar with the Bergstein complex as part of a Relocation Feasibility Study • he had completed for the Minnesota Department of Transportation in 2005. • The co -principal investigators for the Bergstein Shoddy Mill project exceed the Secretary • of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for history, architectural history, • and historical architecture. All work on the project will be completed with guidelines • established in A Primer for Historic Properties Reuse Teams in Minnesota. • We are pleased to submit this proposal in response to the solicitation. • • • • • Bergstein Shoddy Mill 1 • • • • •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• THE PROJECT TEAM The team assembled for the Bergstein Shoddy Mill reuse study offers unparalleled experience in the assessment, rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse of historic buildings. Team members have also demonstrated their collective commitment to community - driven, process -oriented planning through past participation in more than two dozen historic properties reuse studies, Minnesota Design Team visits, and a host of design charrettes intended to capture the imagination and vision of community members. John Lauber Architectural Historian/ Preservation Planner Master of Arts, Historic Preservation Planning, Cornell University John Lauber will serve as co -principal Investigator for the Bergstein Shoddy Mill reuse study and his firm, John Lauber and Company LLC, will serve as prime contractor. John exceeds the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for both History and Architectural History. Since beginning his historic preservation career in 1991, John has amassed unusually extensive and varied experience in the field, completing cultural resource surveys, designation studies, historic context narratives, documentation projects, historic properties reuse studies, and Federal Rehabilitation Tax Credit applications for historic properties located throughout Minnesota and in ten other states. He served as an intern for the Minneapolis and St. Paul Heritage Preservation Commissions, and has worked for a private cultural resource management firm, a large engineering company, and the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office. From 1993 to 2008, he served as a guest lecturer at the University of Minnesota (Twin Cities) College of Design. He established an independent preservation consulting practice in 2003. Earlier this year, John entered into a long-term contract with the Midwest Regional Office of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service to serve as architectural historian for eight states. He also serves as the contract compliance officer for the Division of Energy Resources at the Minnesota Department of commerce A strong proponent of community-based planning and problem solving, John has participated in nearly two -dozen historic properties reuse studies, most of them in collaboration with Robert Claybaugh. He has written about the reuse study process for the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota, and has given presentations on the process to statewide preservation conferences in Minnesota and Kansas. Clients have come to expect extraordinarily thorough research and documentation, accessible and engaging written reports, highly polished visual and oral presentations, and careful attention to detail throughout every project. Bergstein Shoddy Mill 2 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••A•••••••••••••••• Robert Claybaugh, AIA Historical Architect Robert Claybaugh will serve as co -principal Investigator for the Bergstein Shoddy Mill reuse study. Bob exceeds the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for Historic Architecture. Bob is a licensed architect in the states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Missouri. Claybaugh Preservation Architecture Inc (CPAi), founded in 1989, provides outstanding architectural and technical services for owners and managers of historic buildings and sites. CPAi also provides consulting services to design professionals, and training for historic preservation professionals and laypeople. Principal Robert J. Claybaugh has extensive experience with preservation projects and a demonstrated commitment to preserving our built environment. Bob Claybaugh has worked to preserve schools, colleges, churches, courthouses, banks, and other public buildings in the Midwest and throughout the United States. His involvement has ranged from historic research at the inception of the project to providing contract documents and construction supervision once the required work is under way. Working with the client, CPAi will develop an appropriate scope of work for preservation projects of any size and budget. Claybaugh Preservation Architecture has provided restoration design services for Minnesota Historic Society properties at Lindbergh Boyhood Home, Historic Fort Snelling, Sibley House Historic Site, Split Rock Lighthouse, Folsom House, Historic Forestville, Lower Sioux Agency and North West Fur Post. Other historic site experience includes the Washington County Historic Courthouse, the Mabel Tainter Memorial Auditorium and the Robert A. Long Mansion. Over the past twenty years, Bob has collaborated with John Lauber on nearly two -dozen reuse studies for historic properties located in Minnesota and Wisconsin. In 2005, he completed a Relocation Feasibility Report for the Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse. Gene Dwyer Structural Engineer Gene Dwyer, PE, of LS Engineers in Le Sueur will serve as structural consultant for the Bergstein Shoddy Mill reuse study. Gene has worked on a number of previous preservation projects, including buildings at the Lower Sioux Agency near Redwood Falls; Split Rock Lighthouse; Historic Fort Snelling; and several structures at the Charles Lindberg National Historic Landmark. He has recently collaborated with the co -principal investigators on studies at the Stoppel Farmstead in Rochester, the Ayer House at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum in Onamia, as well as the City Hall, Public Library, T.B. Sheldon Auditorium, and St. John's Lutheran Church—all in Red Wing. Bergstein Shoddy Mill 3 •••••••ss•••••s••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Daniel Hoisington Historian and Interpretive Specialist Dan Hoisington is principal of Hoisington Preservation Consultants --a cultural resource management firm headquartered in Roseville, Minnesota. He exceeds the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for History and Architectural History. An experienced historian and prolific author, Dan has prepared interpretive programs, including exhibits, walking tours, historical markers, publications, and videos for a number of communities throughout Minnesota, including a recent series of podcast video walking tours for the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission. He will serve as interpretive specialist for the Bergstein Shoddy Mill reuse study, ensuring that future visitors to the Mill will have an opportunity learn about the property's history and significance regardless of its ultimate use. Jon Commers Planner/Development Specialist Jon is principal of Donjek, a multi -faceted, public fmance, project management, and public policy consulting firm based in St. Paul. Jon translates public fmance and economics, planning and urban design concepts, and perception of cultural and political dynamics into effective project management and redevelopment strategies. Commers is tasked with identifying and aligning the ingredients of successful urban places as founder and principal of Donjek. Jon was appointed by Governor Mark Dayton to represent Saint Paul on the Metropolitan Council, where he chairs the Land Use Advisory Committee and is a member of the Transportation and Community Development Committees. He served on the Saint Paul Planning Commission, where he was elected chair. Jon also co-founded Strong Towns, a nonprofit organization that seeks to improve the fiscal health of communities through productive land use. Jon will participate in the study interviews, help the team assess development potential for the Bergstein property and identify potential sources of revenue that will contribute to a successful reuse of the Shoddy Mill property. He recently worked with John and Bob on a reuse study of the Annandale Public School. PpmProfessional Project Management Cost Estimators Cost estimates for proposed work on the Shoddy Mill property will be prepared by Professional Project Management, a Twin Cities -based construction management firm whose experienced staff has worked with the project team on a number of projects completed for the Minnesota Historical Society and a number of other recent projects. Bergstein Shoddy Mill 4 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• APPROACH The goals of the reuse team for the Bergstein Shoddy Mill Reuse Study include: - Engaging and leading citizens of Stillwater through a systematic and inclusive study process, gathering and providing the facts they will need to make an informed decision about the future of this historically significant property. -Evaluating the historical integrity, defining characteristics, current condition, and adaptability of the buildings and site. -Examining the realities of the local political, social, recreational, business and economic environment and outlining a range of practical and achievable alternatives for rehabilitating and utilizing the buildings and site. - Understanding that preservation and reuse of any historic buildings is inherently an exercise in sustainability, evaluate additional opportunities for integrating sustainable practices into any reuse scenario for the buildings and site. -Identifying potential tenants, concessionaires, developers, and other partners who may contribute to a viable reuse of the building and site. -Identifying life safety, building code and accessibility requirements that must be addressed as part of a reuse plan. -Describing alterations that may be required to accommodate new uses of the property. - Identifying opportunities for interpreting the history and significance of the buildings. - Outlining an orderly plan for completing rehabilitation work. Quantifying costs and phasing of proposed work. - Providing information about grants and other sources of revenue for reuse scenarios. WORK PLAN and PROJECT SCHEDULE The project team will begin work on the Bergstein Shoddy Mill Reuse Study immediately upon execution of a contract. We will assume a 17 December start date. The project schedule may be adjusted by mutual agreement between the local sponsors and the project team. Due to the confluence of early stages of the project with the busy holiday season, and based on experience with nearly two -dozen previous reuse studies, the project team proposes a slightly modified project timeline, as described below. As specified in the request for proposals, the team will prepare monthly progress reports throughout the course of the project. Additional project milestones are subject to discussion, but may include: Background Research and Startup Meeting (December -January) The team will begin its work by reviewing background materials assembled by local sponsors. Materials may include designation studies, historic photos, newspaper clippings, maps and other sources providing information about the history and evolution of the buildings and site. The team will also examine land use and recreation plans, environmental assessments, community profiles and other information provided by the community. Team members will identify any information gaps and request additional information as needed. As soon as possible following execution of the contract, co -principal investigators will meet with the local liaison and others to review project expectations, provide a detailed Sergstein Shoddy Mill 5 4••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• overview of the reuse study process, and identify potential issue areas, formulate a list of potential interviewees, and discuss logistics and scheduling for the two site visits. Site Visit One: Evaluation and Documentation of Buildings and Site (By 14 February) For this visit, the co -principal investigators and the structural engineer will travel to Stillwater and spend a full day at the Shoddy Mill inspecting and evaluating the buildings and site, and documenting existing conditions with photographs, sketches, and field notes. At the conclusion of the first visit, co -principal investigators will meet with the local liaison, HPC members and others to share preliminary fmdings and discuss next steps. Site Visit Two: Interviews and Public Input Meeting (By 30 March) Following the first site visit, the project team will prepare baseline drawings, photographs of existing conditions and other materials for use in public meetings and inclusion in the final report. During this interim period the team will also collaborate with local sponsors to schedule, plan, and implement a three-day site visit. In preparation for this visit, the group will work together to develop a diverse list of individuals, organizations, and other stakeholders who should be included in the interview process. The list may include local political and business leaders; local economic development and real-estate experts; members of the Heritage Preservation Commission; a representative from the Jewish Historical Society of the Upper Midwest, representatives from the National Park Service, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, American Youth Hostels and other entities who can help to examine the recreational potential of the property; developers, outfitters, restaurateurs, or other potential users of the property; representatives from local or regional non-profit organizations and foundations and other interested parties. Once the schedule of interviews has been established, the reuse team will return to Stillwater for the second site visit. At the beginning of this visit, local sponsors will lead the team on an orientation tour of the community. Team members will then begin a series of confidential interviews. At the end of the first or second day, the team will facilitate a public meeting. During the meeting, the team will explain the reuse study process, share preliminary findings, and lead an exercise that will enable local citizens to submit and evaluate ideas for the Bergstein property. At the conclusion of each day, the team will meet with local sponsors for a briefing session. Preparation and Presentation of Draft Report (By 15 May) By 15 May, the project team will prepare a draft reuse study report and present it to local sponsors for review and comment. The draft and subsequent final reports will include an executive summary, project background, a complete assessment of building and site conditions, an analysis of issues and opportunities that may affect the potential reuse of the property, and outline a continuum of possible alternatives, and recommendations for reuse. The report will include schematic drawings any physical alterations that may be required for a successful reuse, and identify potential partners, incentives, grants, and sources of revenue that may facilitate a successful, viable rehabilitation. Bergstein Shoddy Mill 6 • • • • • Preparation and Presentation of Final Report (By 22 June) • Local sponsors will have two weeks to review and comment on the draft report. Team • members will address any questions or comments and incorporate responses into a final • project report. Once the final report has been completed, the team will return to Stillwater to present the reuse study findings at a public meeting. • DELIVERABLES The project team will provide five hard copies and one electronic copy of the draft report • for review by the HPC and City Staff. • • The team will also submit five bound hard copies of the fmal report, as well electronic files containing an editable copy of the report in Microsoft Word, an additional copy of • the final report as an Adobe pdf file. If applicable, the team will also provide electronic • copies of other materials used in preparation of the final documents, including photo • files, CAD drawings or other materials as appropriate. • CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES • The proposed reuse study of the Bergstein Shoddy Mill is intended to be a highly collaborative process between the consulting team, the City of Stillwater/Stillwater • Heritage Preservation Commission, and residents of the community. The reuse team will • ask that local sponsors support the project in the following ways: • -Designate a single point of contact who will serve as a liaison between the project team • and the City and will orchestrate local involvement in the project. It is anticipated that • Abbi Jo Wittman will fulfill this role on behalf of the City. -Compile and provide background information about the history and evolution of the Mill • buildings and both sites; provide copies of past and current documentation and planning • studies, and provide information about local efforts to preserve the buildings. Specific • materials may include historic photos, newspaper clippings, previous architectural and structural assessments and other items. • -Provide access to the site (including snow removal, if necessary) and arrange for team • members to examine every portion of both buildings, including the upper level of the Mill building. If a comprehensive inspection requires ladders, lifts, or other special • equipment, the local sponsor will be expected to provide those items. • -Provide electric power to the property for lighting the interior of both buildings. Provide a propane space heater or another heat source to enable work to proceed during the winter • months. If the City is unable to provide these items, the team will rent a generator or • heater and add the cost of the rentals to the base budget. • -Arrange for City staff to remove small sections of drywall to expose wall and floor structures in the Mill building. Allow the team to take samples of mortar, paint or other • materials for testing. Allow the team to conduct additional minor demolition (for • example, removal of a section of exterior siding) that may be necessary to fully assess structural conditions or determine the extent and nature of original architectural fabric remaining in the buildings. • -Work with the project team to develop a diverse list of individuals, organizations, and • other stakeholders who should be included in the interview process. The list may include • • Bergstein Shoddy Mill 7 • • i • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • i • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Bergstein Shoddy Mill • • • • local political and business leaders; economic development and real-estate experts; members of the Heritage Preservation Commission; a representative from the Jewish Historical Society of the Upper Midwest, representatives from the National Park Service, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, American Youth Hostels and other entities who can help to examine the recreational potential of the property; developers, outfitters, restaurateurs, or other potential users of the property; representatives from local or regional non-profit organizations and foundations and other interested parties. -Provide a comfortable venue for interviews and the public meeting. The venue should include a waiting area, a private room for interviews, and restrooms. -Provide tables, chairs, projection equipment, and other items necessary for conducting interviews and public meetings. -Provide light refreshments (coffee, cookies, etc.) for participants in the interviews and public meetings. -Schedule and publicize a public input meeting during the team's second site visit. -Schedule and publicize a second public meeting for presentation of the final report. 8 • • PROPOSED BUDGET • • Professional Fees • Lauber $8,400.00 Claybaugh $8,400.00 • Dwyer $5,000.00 • Commers $2,000.00 . Hoisington $2,000.00 • PPM $1,000.00 Reimbursable Expenses • Mileage $ 560.00 (Based on 1000 miles at federal rate: $0.56/mile) • • • • • • • • Per Diem $ 440.00 (Based on federal rate $7111/$23 plus $5 for incidental expense) Materials testing $ 300.00 Copies $ 150.00 Report production $ 500.00 $26,800.00 $ 1,950.00 $28,750,00 Compensation and Schedule of Payments Payment 1: $7500 Upon completion of startup meeting and site visit 1. Payment 2: $9000 Upon completion of site visit 2. Payment 3: $7000 Upon submittal and presentation of draft report. Payment 4: $3300 Upon submittal and presentation of final report. Terms Invoices are due upon receipt. Balances outstanding after 30 days will be subject to a 1.5%per month finance charge. Reimbursable expenses will be billed as accrued. Insurance John Lauber and Company LLC will serve as prime contractor for the Bergstein Shoddy Mill Reuse Study. The company maintains business and professional liability insurance with the Hartford Casualty Insurance Company of Hartford, Connecticut. A certificate of insurance will be provided upon request. Bergstein Shoddy Mill 9 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• John Lauber MA, Historic Preservation Planning Cornell University Ithaca, NY I exceed the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for History /Architectural History PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE John Lauber and Company LLC Historic Preservation and Community Planning Minneapolis, MN 2003 present Independent Consultant I entered private practice in July 2003, offering a wide range of preservation and community planning services, including National Register nominations and determinations of eligibility; Historic Properties Reuse studies; Federal Rehabilitation Tax Credit applications; environmental assessment worksheets; historical documentation and research projects. My clients have included the Minnesota Department of Administration, the University of Minnesota, and the cities of Minneapolis and Wabasha as well as number of other agencies municipalities, organizations and private developers. I have worked closely with elected officials, agency staff, architects, planners, and property owners. United States Fish and Wildlife Service Midwest Region Bloomington MN 2014 to present Historic Preservation Planner Earlier this year, I entered into a long-term contract to serve as architectural historian and compliance officer with the Midwest Regional Office of the US Fish and Wildlife Service. My responsibilities include preservation planning, project review, and Section 106 / Section 110 compliance for eight states in the upper Midwest. Current projects include a stabilization plan for lighthouses and a lifesaving station located on Plum and Pilot Islands in Door County, WI, and a National Register Nomination for the Myers Farmstead on the Muscatatuk National Wildlife Refuge in Seymour, IN. Division of Energy Resources Minnesota Department of Commerce St. Paul, MN 2010 to present Historic Preservation Planner The Division of Energy Resources hired me to manage the Section 106/Section 110 process for more than $220 million in projects funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). I was also responsible for ensuring that ARRA energy projects complied with the National Environmental Policy Act and other regulatory requirements. To do this I negotiated a Programmatic agreement with the Minnesota SHPO. I developed and implemented an electronic submittal system to streamline review of more than 18,000 residential weatherization projects. I worked with SHPO and contract archaeologists to evaluate nearly 100 small wind and ground source heat pump projects. I reviewed hundreds of solar projects. I reviewed and field monitored more than 200 energy conservation and renewable energy grants. During my tenure I worked with the US Department of Energy, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, the MnSHPO, and a host of government, non-profit, and commercial grantees. Since completion of the ARRA program in spring, 2012, I have continued to review federally -funded projects on contract. A John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 / 612-991-8983 / jflauber@comcast.net •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE -Continued Mead & Hunt, Inc. Minneapolis, MN 2007-2008 Senior Historian I worked as senior historian for the Cultural Resource Department of Mead & Hunt, Inc., a large national engineering firm with offices throughout the western United States. My responsibilities included field survey, researching and writing historic context documents, National Register evaluations, Section 106 and Section 4(0 documentation and preparation of NEPA documents. Clients included the Indiana Department of Transportation, the Minnesota Department of Transportation, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the Nebraska Department of Transportation, the City of Minneapolis, and the New Ulm Municipal Airport Commission. Minnesota Historical Society State Historic Preservation Office St. Paul, MN 1996-2003 Education and Preservation Outreach Coordinator During my nearly eight -years at SHPO, I planned and implemented a wide variety of activities intended to build awareness of and appreciation for Minnesota's historic resources. I provided education, training, and technical assistance to both preservation professionals and members of the general public. I planned SHPO's annual state conference, evaluated National Register nominations, participated in nearly twenty Historic Properties Reuse Studies, developed a public input process to inform a revision of the state's Historic Preservation Plan, and was instrumental in establishing a statewide barn preservation program. I spent an average of thirty days on the road each year, meeting with preservationists, officials, and ordinary citizens throughout Minnesota. Hess, Roise and Company Minneapolis, MN 1992-1996 Senior Research Historian Archival research, scholarly writing and project management for one of Minnesota's most respected historical consulting firms. Projects included Historic American Engineering Record documentation, National Register nominations, cultural resource surveys, and historic context studies. I worked in 13 states and Canada. Clients included the Park Service, the Army Corps of Engineers, and several State Historic Preservation Offices. Minneapolis Planning Department St. Paul Department of Planning Minneapolis, MN 1992 St. Paul, MN 1991 Upon completing my graduate program, I served as a planning intern for Heritage Preservation Commissions in Minnesota's two largest cities. Minnesota Public Radio St. Paul, MN 1981-1990 Manager of Advertising and Marketing Communications For nine years, I created communications materials for the nation's foremost public radio system. I completed projects for every MPR department, including A Prairie Home Companion, the Fitzgerald Theater, and Public Radio International. Duties included marketing, copy writing, project management, staff supervision, and departmental administration. John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 / 612-991-8983/ jflauber@comcast.net •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• PROJECTS Historic Properties Reuse Studies This program brings built environment specialists together with community leaders in an effort to fmd viable new uses for threatened historic properties. The process combines features of a historic structures report, a community visioning process, a market study, and an economic analysis. I have served on 19 reuse teams since 1996, conducting condition assessments, interviewing community residents, writing historical narratives and issues analyses, and participating in public presentations: Kasota Village Hall Kasota, MN 1996 St James Opera House St. James, MN, 1996 Red Wing Central High School Red Wing, 1998 Dania Hall Minneapolis, MN 1998 Winsted City Hall Winsted, MN 1998-1999 St Louis County Jail Duluth, MN 1999 Chaska High School Chaska, MN 2000 State/Lyric Theater Virginia, MN 2000 Spina Hotel Ironton, MN 2000 George's Ballroom New Ulm, MN 2003 Washburn Civic Center Washburn, WI 2009 Annandale Public School Annandale, MN 2013 Hoist Bay Resort Voyageurs National Park, MN, 2000 Baker -Backus Schools International Falls, MN 2000 Duluth Armory Duluth, MN 2001 Morris High School Morris, MN 2001 First Church of Christ, Scientist Fairmont, MN 2001 Fergus Falls Regional Treatment Center Fergus Falls, MN 2001-2002 Minnewaska Hospital Starbuck, MN 2002 Willmar Regional Treatment Center Willmar, MN 2002 Ah Gwah Ching Center Walker, MN 2002 B'nai Abraham Synagogue Virginia, MN 2006 Anderson House Hotel Wabasha, MN 2010 John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 / 612-991-8983 / jflauber@comcast.net •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• PROJECTS—Continued Lonoke Apartments Minneapolis, MN, 2014 Federal and State Rehabilitation Tax Credit applications for an early twentieth-century apartment building located on the southern edge of downtown Minneapolis. Completed for Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative. T.B. Sheldon Auditorium Red Wing, MN 2014 Co -principal investigator for a masonry survey of a historic theatre building designed by the noted Minnesota Architect Lloyd Lamoreaux. Completed for the City of Red Wing. Festival Theater St. Croix Falls, WI, 2014 Co -principal investigator for a historic structures report for an early twentieth-century civic auditorium and community center. Completed for the City of St. Croix Falls. Charles Lindbergh House Little Falls, MN, 2014 Co -principal investigator for a condition assessment and landscape plan for the historic Charles Lindbergh boyhood home in Little Falls. Completed for the Minnesota Historical Society. Brown County Historical Society New Ulm, MN 2014 Co -principal investigator for a comprehensive assessment of window conditions at the iconic former US Post Office building in New Ulm. Completed for the Brown County Historical Society. Annandale School Reuse Study Annandale, MN, 2013 Co -principal investigator for a reuse study of a recently -vacated former high school building built in 1922. Completed for the Annandale Area Community Team. District 26 School DOE Sherburne County, MN 2013 Principal investigator for a determination of National Register Eligibility for an early 20t -century rural school building located within the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. Completed for the US Fish and Wildlife Service. J.B.Finchy Building Historic Structures Report Wabasha, MN, 2013 Co -principal investigator for a condition assessment and rehabilitation plan for one of Wabasha's oldest extant commercial buildings. Completed for the City of Wabasha. Frederick Kiesling House Historic Structures Report New Ulm, MN 2013 Co -principal investigator and project photographer for an evaluation of one of the few structures that was standing in New Ulm at the time of the US -Dakota Conflict. Completed for the City of New Ulm. John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 ,/ 612-991-8983 f jauberi+Jctrncdst.net • • • • • • . • • • • • • • • a • . • PROJECTS—Continued Central Park Balustrade Masonry Survey Red Wing, MN 2013 Co -principal investigator and photographer for a detailed evaluation of a stone and cast concrete structure located in Red Wing's National Register -listed Civic Center Historic District. Completed for the City of Red Wing. Masonic Hall Condition Assessment Norwood -Young America, MN, 2013 Co -principal investigator for an evaluation of an early 20th -century Masonic Hall. Completed for the City of Norwood -Young America. Stoppel Farm Historic Structures Report Rochester, M1V, 2012-13 Co -principal investigator for a comprehensive historic structures report for a historic farmstead with structures dating from the 1860s. Resources included a stone house, barn, smokehouse, and a system of limestone caves. Completed for the Olmsted County Historical Society. Holden Village Historic Preservation Plan Chelan, WA, 2012-2013 • Historic context development and cultural resource management plan for Holden Village, an architect -designed, rustic style company town built in 1937 for employees of the Howe Sound Copper Mining Company. Completed in • collaboration with the USDA Forest Service. • St. John's Lutheran Historic Structures Report • Red Wing, MN 2012-2013 • Co -principal investigator for a condition assessment and structures report for a historic church located within the Red Wing Mall Historic District. Completed for St. John's Lutheran Church. • • Northfield Post Office Evaluation Northfield, MN, 2012 • Principal investigator for a study of the history and defining characteristics of the community's WPA-built main . post office, located within the Northfield Commercial Historic District. Completed for the US Postal Service. • Newport Barn Historic Structures Report Ramsey, Anoka County, MN, 2011-2012 • Project manager and principal investigator for a historic structures report for a livery barn erected by a major 41 railroad, highway, and irrigation contractor. Completed for the Anoka County Highway Department. • Ayer House Historic Structures Report Vineland, MN 2011 • • • • • 1 • • • • Project historian and photographer for a historic structures report for the Harry and Jeanette Ayer House. Built in 1941, the house is part of the Mille Lacs Indian Museum. Completed for the Minnesota Historical Society. • John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 ' 67.2-991-89 ` jfia -)er@corncast.net ••••••••••••••••••••••a.•••••••••••••••••••• PROJECTS—Continued Northfield Depot Design Charrette Northfield, MN 2011 Principal investigator for site -planning charrette for an abandoned passenger depot built by the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad in 1888. Completed for Save the Northfield Depot, a local non-profit organization. Guerin Gas Station Historic Structures Report Shoreview, MN 2010 Co -principal investigator and architectural historian for a historic structures report the oldest extant gas station building in Minnesota. Completed for the City of Shoreview. Anderson House Hotel Reuse Study Wabasha, MN 2010 Project manager and co -principal investigator for a historic properties reuse study of the Anderson House Hotel. Erected along the banks of the Mississippi River, the Anderson House opened in 1856 to serve commercial and recreational travelers who arrived in Wabasha by steamboat. Until its closure in 2009, the Anderson House was the oldest continuously operating hotel in Minnesota. Completed for the City of Wabasha. Washburn Civic Center Reuse Study Washburn, WI 2010 Co -principal investigator for a reuse study of the Washburn Civic Center, originally erected by the E.I. Dupont de Nemours Company in 1918 to serve as a recreational facility for workers at its Barksdale explosives plant. Completed for the Washburn Heritage Association. Survey of the North Minneapolis Industrial Area Minneapolis, MN 2009 Co -principal investigator for a reconnaissance -level survey of more than 300 commercial, industrial, and residential properties located on the west bank of the Mississippi River in north Minneapolis. Completed for the Minneapolis Department of Planning and Economic Development. Survey of the Howe, Longfellow, Cooper, Seward, and Hiawatha Neighborhoods Minneapolis, MN 2009 Co -principal investigator for a reconnaissance -level survey of more than 800 residential and commercial properties located in five south Minneapolis neighborhoods. Completed for the Minneapolis Department of Planning and Economic Development. Lamar School Historic Structures Report St. Croix Falls, WI, 2008 Located a few miles northeast of St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, the Lamar School was erected as a one -room graded school in 1905. The building was expanded twice between 1905 and 1945, when it was closed due to school consolidation. Since then, the structure has been used periodically by a succession of community groups. A new non-profit organization was formed in 2000 with a goal of rehabilitating the school for year-round use as a rural community center. To guide that effort, preservation architect Bob Claybaugh and I have been retained to prepare a Historic Structures Report for the building. Components will include research into the history and evolution of the building, a detailed condition assessment, consultation with users to develop a program for rehabilitation, schematic design drawings, an outline for a phased rehabilitation, and cost estimates. John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 / 612-991-8983 / jflauber@comcast.net 1 • • • PROJECTS–Continued • . B'nai Abraham Synagogue Virginia, MN, 2006 • Built in 1909, B'nai Abraham was one of four synagogues that once served residents of Minnesota's Iron Range. In • recent decades the Jewish presence in the region has dwindled, and the synagogue has not been used since 1998. • The property was listed on the National Register in 1979. Recently a group of former congregants formed a non- profit organization, seeking a way to rehabilitate the building as a center where the Jewish history of the Iron Range • can be interpreted and celebrated. I was retained to conduct a Historic Properties Reuse Study to assess the condition of the building, gauge the level of community interest in the project, develop a phased rehabilitation and • long-term management plan for the property, and to outline financial resources that would be required to implement • the plan. The project was featured in a poster session at the 2007 National Trust for Historic Preservation Conference in St. Paul. • UMore Park Preservation Plan Rosemount, MN, 2004-2006 • In the 1850s, this 7,500 -acre site in rural Dakota County was known as "Rich Valley," a name that reflected its long history as a highly productive farming area. In 1942, the entire area was appropriated by the U.S. War Department as the site for the Gopher Ordnance Works—an enormous factory complex intended to produce gunpowder for the war effort. Nearly one hundred farm families were evicted from the land, and thousands of workers began to . transform it into an industrial park, The transformation was never completed. The partially completed GOW operated for only a few weeks before being mothballed as the war wound down. When the war was over, the entire • site was transferred to the University of Minnesota, which converted it into an Agricultural Experiment Station. For the past several years, the University has been preparing a master plan for the facility, hoping to develop it for • recreation, education, and housing, in addition to its agricultural uses. As part of the planning process, I was retained to complete a cultural resource inventory of the site, research and write a comprehensive history, and to • prepare a preservation and interpretation plan that will enable future generations to understand the events that have • shaped this rural landscape. This project was completed for the University of Minnesota's Center for Rural Design. • Mayo Memorial Auditorium Minneapolis, MN, 2006 • • The Mayo Auditorium was designed in 1951 by architect Clarence Johnston, Jr., as part of a significant expansion of the U of M Medical School Campus. Demonstrating the unmistakable influence of Eliel Saarinen's classical • modernist idiom, this gem of a building was slated for an extensive renovation. In preparation for this work, I was asked to identify key features of the building, prepare a documentation plan, and oversee production of a series of • archival photographs for inclusion in the Minnesota Historic Properties Record. Completed for the University of Minnesota. • Minnesota Bridge Context, 1956-1970 Statewide, 2008 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • As project historian, I was responsible for researching and writing a historic context study describing the technological, political and social factors that helped to transform bridge design and construction during the decades following World War II. Completed for the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Minneapolis Neighborhood Surveys Minneapolis, MN 2008 Conducted a reconnaissance -level cultural resource survey of approximately 200 selected properties in the Loring Park, Lowry Hill East, and Elliot Park Neighborhoods in South Minneapolis. Completed preliminary evaluations to identify properties for intensive level survey. Met with city staff and neighborhood representatives to discuss fmdings, and discuss the process and implications for local designation. Completed for the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission. • John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 / 612-991-8983 / jflauber@comcast.net •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• PROJECTS—Continued Indiana Historic Bridge Survey Statewide, 2007-2008 As a project historian, I conducted background research, field survey and National Register evaluations for a statewide survey of Indiana bridges erected between 1830 and 1965. Completed for the Indiana Department of Transportation. STH64 National Register Nominations St. Croix County, WI 2007 Conducted field survey and prepared significance statements for two historic farmsteads m St. Croix County, Wisconsin as part of planning for a proposed highway improvement project. Completed for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Gustavus II Adolphus Hall Evaluation Minneapolis, MN 2007 Evaluated the historical significance, documented the physical condition, and explored the reuse potential for a fire - damaged, mixed use building built in 1924 by an ethnic fratemal association in Minneapolis. Completed for the City of Minneapolis Department of Community Planning and Economic Development. New Ulm Municipal Airport EA/EIS New Ulm, MN 2007-2008 As a planner for Mead & Hunt, I prepared NEPA documentation for proposed runway improvements at the New Ulm Municipal Airport. I worked with engineers, environmental specialists and a variety of federal, state, and local agencies to prepare noise contour and lighting impact studies, wetland delineation, farmland conversion documentation, hazardous materials studies, historic properties surveys and other environmental documentation. Prepared report narrative and supporting materials. Completed for the New Ulm Municipal Airport Commission. TH71 Historic Properties Survey Kandiyohi County, MN 2007 As a project historian, I conducted windshield, reconnaissance, and intensive -level surveys; completed archival research, and prepared a historic context for an institutional farm that was originally built as part of a rural orphans' home. The project was completed for the Minnesota Department of Transportation as part of planning for a series of proposed highway improvements on Trunk Highway 71 near Willmar, Minnesota. Willmar State Hospital Willmar, MN, 2004-2005 Opened in 1912 as a work farm for alcoholics, the Willmar State Hospital expanded its mission in 1917 to provide custodial care for chronically mentally ill individuals. Designed by state architect Clarence H. Johnston according to cottage plan principles, this campus has remained virtually unchanged for more than 50 years. The facility closed in the summer of 2005. I was hired to research and document the campus for the Minnesota Historic Property Record. Documentation will include an extensive written history, a bibliography, 100 large format photographs, and detailed building inventory forms for all structures remaining on the campus. This project was completed for the Minnesota Department of Administration. John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 .� 612-991-8983 / jflauber@comcast,net • 110 410 40 • PROJECTS—Continued • Fergus Falls State Hospital • Fergus Falls, MN, 2004-2005 • Opened in 1890, the Fergus Falls State Hospital was one of last psychiatric hospitals in the United States built • according to the Kirkbride plan of institutional design, with a main building four stories high, nearly a third of a mile long, and encompassing more than 500,000 square feet. One of three Kirkbride institutions built in Minnesota, the Fergus Falls facility is the only one still standing, and is also one of the most intact remaining Kirkbrides in the • nation. With the facility due to close in the summer of 2005, I was retained to research and document the campus for the Minnesota Historic Property Record. Documentation included a written history, a bibliography, 110 large • format photographs, and detailed building inventory forms for all structures remaining on the campus. This project was being completed for the Minnesota Department of Administration • Crane Building Rehabilitation Project St. Paul, MN, 2004-2005 • Designed by Reed and Stem architects, the Crane Building was built in 1905 as a plumbing warehouse. After • standing vacant for nearly three decades, the structure was rehabilitated as an affordable housing complex. Working • with project managers, architects, and contractors, I completed the Federal Rehabilitation Tax Credit application for the project. The application included more than 100 digital photographs of the building, narrative descriptions of 111 architectural features, as well as an evaluation of the building's existing condition, and a detailed written explanation of proposed work. This work was completed for the Central Community Housing Trust of Minneapolis • Mother's Macaroni Building Minneapolis, MN, 2005 Built in 1889 as a store/tenement, this brick commercial structure was converted into a factory for the predecessor to the Creamette Company. The building is a contributing structure within two overlapping National Register Historic • Districts, and was rehabilitated to serve as the centerpiece for a bar/restaurant complex. I completed the Federal Rehabilitation Tax Credit application for the project, working closely with the building owner and his contractor. I also prepared a facade restoration plan for submission to the Minneapolis HPC. The work was completed for Ted Saxon of Top Shelf Management. • History of Minnesota Agriculture 2003-2004 • As lead researcher, l studied the history and evolution of farm buildings as part of an effort to develop a historic • context on the development of Minnesota agriculture from 1800-1960. I conducted archival research in Minnesota, • Iowa and Wisconsin, completed limited field survey, compiled a 700 -entry bibliography; and produced an outline for the context narrative. I completed this project on contract with Gemini Research, on behalf of the Minnesota • Department of Transportation. • North Dakota State Institutions • Mandan, Jamestown, and Grafton, ND, 1995-1996 During 1995-1996, I completed four separate projects as part of an ongoing effort to document the history of publicly funded custodial institutions in North Dakota. These projects were completed for the State Historical Society of North Dakota, Division of Archeology and Historic Preservation. Specific studies included: --National Register nominations for a historic district and a dairy barn at the State Reform School in Mandan. --Intensive level survey and historic context development for the State Hospital for the Insane in Jamestown. • Portions of my survey were subsequently incorporated into a National Register historic district nomination for a portion of the complex. • --Intensive level survey and historic context development for the Grafton State School (formerly the School for the • Feeble Minded) at Grafton. • 1 • • John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406; 11:,_-991-8983 °`=outer@cvzncasi.net • • • . • • PROJECTS—Continued Central Corridor Transit Survey Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN, 1994-1995 • I researched and wrote a series of historic context narratives as part of a cultural resource survey of a proposed light • rail route between Minneapolis and St. Paul (now the Green Line). This project was completed on contract to BRW, • Incorporated, Minneapolis, for the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Specific topics included: --The evolution of transit links between the Twin Cities. • --The history of urban renewal in downtown Minneapolis, and in the area surrounding the State Capitol in St. Paul. --The development of architecture in downtown Minneapolis between 1880 and 1945. • MPR Radio Tower Survey • Savage, MN, 1995 • To help the client meet the requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, I • completed a cultural resource survey to identify National Register eligible properties within the viewshed of a • proposed radio tower site, and assessed the project's visual impacts on the resources. This project was completed on subcontract with System G Environmental Consultants, St. Paul, MN, on behalf of Minnesota Public Radio. • Gray Cloud Island Lime Kiln • Cottage Grove, MN, 1994 • In-depth study of a lime kiln located in one of the early focal points of European -American settlement in Minnesota. • The project document includes a thorough context narrative exploring the history of lime burning in Minnesota, and describing the evolution of lime kiln technology. Completed for the Minnesota Historical Society. • Minuteman II ICBM Launch Facilities • Vicinity of Wall, SD, 1993-1994, revised 1997 • I researched and wrote a National Historic Landmark nomination for a Minuteman II intercontinental ballistic • missile (ICBM) installation attached to Ellsworth Air Force Base. Completed for the Rocky Mountain Regional Office of the National Park Service as part of the Legacy Resource Management Program. The U.S. Congress . designated this property as a National Historic Landmark in November 1999. The National Park Service is currently • developing the facility as a historical park. • Titan Missile Test Facilities . Denver, CO, 1993 • I conducted extensive primary and secondary source research in order to prepare level 1 HAER documentation for the first fully integrated intercontinental ballistic missile production and test facility in the United States. The 72- • page narrative included a historical overview of the development of the American ballistic missile program during the Cold War era. Completed for the Rocky Mountain Regional Office of the National Park Service. • • Rath Meat Packing Plant Waterloo, IA, 1992-1993 • I completed level 1 HAER documentation for one of the nation's largest beef and pork processing plants. The study • included an in-depth discussion of the evolution of packinghouse technology and design. Documentation included • more than 140 large format photographs, three sheets of process drawings, and a 56 -page narrative. • • • • . • • • • • John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 / 612-991-8983 / jflauber@comcast.net • • 1 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • . •• • . . • • • • • • • • • • • PROJECTS—Continued Bluewater International Bridge Port Huron, MI, 1994 Lead researcher for a level 1 HAER documentation of an international bridge between Port Huron, Michigan, and Ontario, Canada. Erected in the mid -1930s, this graceful cantilever truss bridge resulted from a collaboration between Philadelphia architect Paul Cret and the prominent Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, bridge engineering firm of Modjeski and Masters. Research sources for this project included original engineering drawings archived at the Ontario Ministry of Transportation in Toronto; drawings, photographs, and correspondence files maintained by the offices of Modjeski and Masters; papers from the Paul Cret collection at the University of Pennsylvania archives, and a personal interview with Paul Cret Harbeson of Philadelphia, son of Paul Cret's business partner. Trafton Avenue/Millionaire's Road Historic District Malta, MT, 1993 Determination of National Register eligibility for a comprehensively planned bungalow development built in an early twentieth century railroad town on the banks of the Milk River. Completed for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District. Atlanta Town Hall Bruce, WI, 1992 Determination of National Register eligibility for a rural township hall. Research proved that this now isolated property was originally built as a rare two -room school that stood at the center of a thriving lumber town. Completed for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. • John Lauber /3220 Edmund Boulevard / Minneapolis MN 55406 / 612-991-8983/ jflauber@comcast.net • • • • • ROBERT J. CLAYBAUGH AIA has been a principal in architectural practice since 1972 and has • t gained a regional reputation for his expertise in historic restoration, renovation • and downtown revitalization projects. His professional practice has focused on historic preservation since 1989. He has developed successful restoration • *, t4 programs for many National Register and National Landmark structures in the Midwest. He has also worked on the restoration of numerous state historic • • sites in Minnesota, Missouri and Kansas. • • • • • • • • • • ACTIVITIES AND HONORS Board member, Preservation Alliance of Minnesota, 1997-2003 • Past Chair and Member, Taylors Falls, Minnesota Economic Development Commission • Chair, Minnesota Historical Society • State Review Board 2004-2013 Member, Minnesota Design Team (ten teams) • Co -leader (two teams) • American Institute of Architects President, AIAKC, 1987 • Certified Specifier, Construction • Specifications Institute (CSI) Member, Kansas City, Missouri, Landmarks • Commission, 1988-90 • Vice Chair, Kansas City, Missouri, City Plan Commission, 1990-94 • Chair, Kansas State U. Department of Architecture • Professional Advisory Board, 1990-91 Project Papers, APT National Convention • 1981, 1983, 1985 • Preservation Paper, National Trust for Historic Preservation Convention, 1993 • Preservation Paper, National AIA Convention, 1999 • Preservation Paper, MN AIA Convention, 2001 Minnesota Barn Preservation Workshop, 2002 • Preservation Paper, Minnesota SHPO •Preservation Conference, 2003 Preservation Presentation, AIA/MN Stone Masonry • Workshop, 2004 • Preservation Presentation, Timber Frame Guild 2011 Claybaugh prepared the relocation feasibility study report on the Shoddy Mill and Warehouse for MNDot in 2005. EDUCATION Kansas State University, B Arch, 1964 Kansas State University, BS Arch Eng, 1964 REGISTRATION Registered Architect, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin, NCARB Certified EXPERIENCE Claybaugh Preservation Architecture Inc, Principal Claybaugh Gale Anderson Preservation Consultants Inc Principal Solomon Claybaugh Young Architects Inc Principal • • • • • . . . . • . . . . . • . Eugene M. Dwyer, P.E., LEEU AP Principal Structural Engineer Educe' Ion Bachelor of Cis it Engineering with Distinction - University of Minnesota (1985 ) Liberal Arts & Pre, engineering - St. Johns 1 nivetsity Masters of Business Administration Mankato State l niversity t 1991) • Experience Tw trty-five years structural engineering . Investigations. analysis and design of steel. concrete, masonry- and timber structures • Project Types • Structural Investigations Historic Restorations building Renovations, Remodels. & Additions lthletic Facilities • Religious Shopping Centers Restaurants Industrial . Retail Facilities Government Facilities I lousing Wastewater Treatment Facilities . i. iMwies New Schools. Additions & Remodels • Registered Engineer Minnesota Alabama Arktursas 1 uuisiana Maine • Mississippi North Carolina New Mexico Utah • Professional Organization Memberships American Society of Civil Engineers • American Commie Institute %1i.nnersota Concrete Council • NCEES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Historic Preservation Projects Project: Swenson Barn Restoration Location: Chippewa County MN Size. 5000 sq. R ompletion; 2003 Commrnts; Restoration of historic bam. Stone foundation with post and beam super structure_ Project: Split Rock Lighthouse Residences & Barns Location: Two Harbors, MN Completion: Sturdy completed 2001 onunents: Renovation of three lighthouse keepers` residences and storage barns. Project: Mankato Train Depot Location: Mankato, MN Completion: 1993 Comments; Involved major renovation of a historic structure to change the limotion from = depot to offices. During the renovation, the 1993 nod caused considerable damage to one portion requiring _.,. ., a e re -building. Project: Sioux Stone Warehouse Renovaikn Location: Murton, MN Completion: 1999 'ornments Renovation of an historic stone warehouse Project: Historic Foe Snellktg Minneapolis, MN Completion: 2005 omments: Restoration of deteriorated floors and roof of the Round Tower and Half -Moon Battery structures. 11••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••i••00 Project: Pickwick Flour ti.,:: •�: 'Winona. MN •; 15.000 4, ft. i ompfetion: Various times for separate sections ommcnts: Restoration ofa 7 -story flour mill into a mecum with existing equipment left in place. The wit) hail not been used for many years resulting in Targe portions of collapsed floors and deteriorating, shifting walls,. The building restoration is progressing with restored sections of the museum open to the pin. Project Histark Forestville Restoration Location: Preston, MN 7000 5q ompiletion: 2002 Comments: Minnesota i listorieal Society ptescn atiom'restoration prpject. 1 of the existing stone wall foundation (rebuilt with salvaged stone) Constructed new office building of wood sitsd wails, wood roof trusses & wood framed loft on historic stone foundation walls Project: Anderson Corporates Hasse location: Bayport, MN Completion 998 Comments: Renovation of historic wood frame structure Project: Nicolket County Courthouse Reconstruction Location: St. Peter, MN C ost 52.800.000. (omptetion: 2000 Comments: Renovation and reconstruction of (3 -story. 19,000 sq ft.) 1880 courthouse building damaged bw tornado. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Daniel J. Hoisington P. 0. Box 13585 Roseville, Minnesota 55113 Phone (651) 415-1034 E -Mail: djh@hoisingtonpreservation.com Experience Hoisington Preservation Consultants President, 1992 present Principal in firm offering local history and historic preservation consulting services. Responsibilities include project management, historical research and writing, preparation of interpretive plans and programs, and nominations of properties under the provisions of the National Historic Preservation Act. Ramsey County Historical Society, Saint Paul, Minnesota Executive Director, 1989-1992 Responsibilities included management of Gibbs Farm Museum, supervision of publications including books and a quarterly magazine, and development of programs and exhibits at Landmark Center. Beverly Historical Society, Beverly, Massachusetts Director, 1984-1989 Responsibilities included management of three historic properties, curatorial care of extensive collections, education programs, publications and research library. President, Bay State Historical League, 1987-1989. Constitution Hall Park, Huntsville, Alabama Director, 1981-1983 Responsibilities included management of historic recreation of 1819 Huntsville, Alabama. Tasks included the development of an interpretive plan, property management plan, and acquisition of furnishings for sixteen buildings. Historic Castle Hill, Charlottesville, Virginia Director, 1976-1981 Responsibilities at this historic site included program management, promotion, curatorial care and site interpretation. Education Greenville College, Greenville, Illinois B. A., History and Philosophy, 1971 • Enoch A. Holtwick Literary Award • Departmental Honors • Alpha Kappa Sigma Honor Society •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••I Gordon -Conwell Theological Seminary M T. S., Church History, 1973 • Byington Fellowship University Of Virginia, Charlottesville Virginia M. A., American History, 1977 • Instructor in American History, 1977 • M. A. Thesis: "From Whig to Union: The Collapse of the Whig Party in Georgia" • Completed all course work for the Ph.D. degree. Preservation Projects and Publications Professional Reports (Selected) • Historic structures report, John Cabot House, Beverly, Mass., in partnership with Robert Neiley Associates, under a grant from the Massachusetts Historical Commission, 1986. • Historic structures report, John Hale House, Beverly, Mass., in partnership with Robert Neiley Associates, under a grant from the Massachusetts Historical Commission, 1989. • Cultural resource survey of Eden Prairie. Contract with Eden Prairie Heritage Preservation Commission, 1993. Cultural resource survey of Cold War Properties, Offutt AFB, Neb. Contract with National Park Service, 1995. • National Register of Historic Places nomination. Project Looking Glass Historic District, Offutt AFB, NE, 1998. • National Register of Historic Places nomination. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Crookston, Minn., under contract with the Minnesota Historical Society, 1998. • National Register of Historic Places nomination. Church of St. Joseph, Elmer Township, Minn. under contract with the Minnesota Historical Society, 2001. • National Register of Historic Places nomination. Baker/Backus School, International Falls, Minn. under contract with the Minnesota Historical Society, 2003. • National Register of Historic Places nominations for the Dr. George Christie House in Long Prairie and the Hewitt Public School under contract with the Minnesota Historical Society, 2006. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, Kasson Public School, Kasson, Minn., 2007. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, Fairmont Post Office, Fairmont, Minn., 2008. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, Komensky Public School, Hutchinson, Minn., under contract with the Minnesota Historical Society, 2009. • Historic recordation, Baukol-Noonan Lignite Mine, North Dakota Public Service Commission, 1995. • HAER recordation, Strategic Air Command Headquarters, Offutt AFB, Neb. National Park Service, 2000. • HAER recordation, Nike Missile Site, Farmington, Minn., 2000. • Historic recordation, Titan Missile One Complex 2A, Arapahoe County, Col., under contract with the Organization of American Historians and the National Park Service, 2007. • Historic properties survey of residential areas of Lake City, Minn., and local designation, under contract with the Lake City Heritage Preservation Commission, 2006, 2007. • Historic properties survey of Old Frontenac, Minn., under contract with the Minnesota Historical Society, 2004. • Historic context report, historic properties survey, and local designation for Kenyon, Minn., under contract with the Kenyon Heritage Preservation Commission, 2005, 2006. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • Historic properties survey of East Side neighborhood of Red Wing, Minn., under contract with the Red Wing Heritage Preservation Commission, 2009. • Historic context report, historic properties surveys, local historic designations, and nomination of National Register Commercial Center Historic District in New Ulm, Minn., under contract with the New Ulm Heritage Preservation Commission, 1997-2014. • National Historic Landmark nomination for the United States Air Force Academy, Cadet Area, under contract with the Organization of American Historians, 2003. • Historic properties survey, local historic designations, and design guidelines in Henderson, Minn., under contract with the Henderson Heritage Preservation Commission, 2001, 2007. • Local historic designations and design guidelines for Winona Heritage Preservation Commission, 2002, 2007, 2008. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, Minnesota State School for Neglected and Dependent Children Historic District, Owatonna Minn., 2010. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, Gaylord City Park, Gaylord, Minn., 2011. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, C. Berg's Hotel, Sleepy Eye, Minn., 2011. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, Hamline Methodist Episcopal Church, St. Paul, Minn., 2011 • National Register of Historic Places nomination, Oakwood Cemetery, Red Wing, Minn., 2011. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, Glenwood Public School, Glenwood, Minn., 2012. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, Harry Merrill House, Hutchinson, Minn., 2011. • National Register of Historic Places nomination, City Waterworks, Red Wing, Minn., 2012. • National Register of Historic Places evaluation, Lebanon Lutheran Church, New London, Minn., 2013. • National Register of Historic Places evaluation, District School #50, Milford Township, Minn., 2014. Books (Selected) • This Cap of White: The Story of the Mounds -Midway School of Nursing. Saint Paul: Mounds -Midway Alumni Association, 2007. • A German Town: A History of New Ulm, Minnesota. New Ulm: City of New Ulm, 2004. American Association for State and Local History, Award of Merit, 2005. • The Parish of St. John the Baptist of Excelsior. Excelsior, Minn.: 2003. • Hallowed Grounds. Cedar Lake, Ind.: 2002. • The Cold War at Offutt Air Force Base. Denver: National Park Service, 2002. • The Brooklyns: A History of Brooklyn Township (ed.). Brooklyn Historical Society, 2001. • A True Nurse: The Story of the Swedish Hospital School of Nursing. Minneapolis: Swedish Hospital Alumni Association, 1999. • Chanhassen: A Centennial History. Chanhassen. City of Chanhassen, 1996. • Roseville, Minnesota: The Story oflts Growth (ed.). Roseville: Roseville Historical Society, 1998. • Heritage: Preserving Eden Prairie's Past. Eden Prairie: Eden Prairie HPC, 1995. • A Splendid Little Town: A History of Faribault, Minnesota. Faribault: Faribault HPC, 1994. • Made in Beverly: A History of Beverly Industry. Beverly: Beverly Historic District Commission, 1989. Interpretive Programs (Selected) Exhibit planning, research, and design, "The Birthplace of Alabama," Constitution Hall Park, Huntsville, Ala., under a grant from the Alabama Humanities Council, 1981. Exhibit planning, research, and design, "The Summer Estates," Beverly Historical Society under a grant from the Massachusetts Arts & Humanities Council, 1988. Historic walking tour brochure, New Ulm Heritage Preservation Commission, 2007. Historic downtown marker program, New Ulm Heritage Preservation Commission, 2008. ••r•••••••ISs•s•SII•••••I•S•sI•IIII.I....... Interpretive plan, Friedrich Kiesling House, New Ulm Heritage Preservation Commission, under Preserve America grant, 2008. Video podcast historic walking tour, New Ulm Heritage Preservation Commission, 2008. Video podcast historic walking tours, Saint Cloud Heritage Preservation Commission, 2009, 2010. Video podcast historic walking tours, Little Falls Heritage Preservation Commission, 2010. Exhibit planning, research, and design, Hermann Monument Interpretive Center, New Ulm Parks Department, 2009. Exhibit planning and research, Brown County Historical Society, under MHS grant, 2009-2012. American Association for State and Local History, Award of Merit, 2013. Video podcast historic walking tours, Faribault Heritage Preservation Commission, 2011. Video podcast historic walking tours, City of Urbana, Ill., 2011, 2013. Video podcast historic walking tours, Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, 2013, 2014. Video podcast historic walking tours, Red Wing Heritage Preservation Commission, 2013. Recent Presentations "Capitalizing on Main Street," National Trust Main Street Conference, Chicago, I11., 2009 "Main Street: A Museum Without Walls," West Virginia Main Street Training, Fairmont, W. Va., 2011 "Main Street: A Museum Without Walls," Preserve America Conference, Gettysburg, Penna., 2013 "Interpreting Main Street," AASLH Annual Conference, St. Paul, Minn. 2014 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• troo"JHc Com Jon Commers, Principal • Public finance and public investment expertise • Macro- and mime -scale development • City, State and Federal policy formation Fence Donjek, Incorporated, St. Paul, MN PFinitOot 200 7pesest untmssety Avenue [Tart Suer Pamil, LIN 55114 Phase 1.651445.4644 aowdmjdceos • Public ins nuni omal leadership • Small business and :. development • Land use, urban planning, urban design Commers founded and operates a project maaageWieelt and public f ante consulting business, providing service to private, public and rsoapsofit clients. As principal, Commas handles 'veep aspect of tie business, from managing a large network of contacts to mails ... ,.....,. W...,W. accounting and finance. A sample of recent poojeets • The Brookings Institution and local partners retained Canners to manage the Minneapolis St Paul pilot project of the Broaltings metropolitan business plan initiative. The Minneapolis polis St Pad region Was one of three initially selected by the Brookings Institution to explore nse of business planning as m ianoc*atice metro -side economic development approach. • Conners formed and led a project team fox the Trust fox Public Land, to conduct an economic and tax base impact study for the Gateway project in downtown Manseapdis. Using GIS analysis, land investor and developer interviews, and national studies, the project team analysed hundreds of properties, deriving estimates of impact created by conversion of land to open space in the Gateman_ Commers has alto served the City of Minneapolis wolking in the West Bank and on Lowry Avenue, mmining market opportuoines associated with txaunspottnion and land use changes in each area. Metropolitan Council, Minneapolis -St. Paul Metro Region Cum!J?Idrarirr 2011 Ingest In M11 Conners was appointed by Minnesota Gocemor Mark Dayton to join the Metropolitan Council the nnuropolitan planning organization 1 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• $DON JEK (MPO) for theIfinneapolis-St. Paul region. In this role, Gammen represents inradian district on a council responsible for a P50 minion budget Council responsibilities include operation and development of the te0on's =inset and u-astewater systems, coordination of cosnpseheosive planning, affordable housing administsation, and acquisition of public parks. Commers serves as Chan of the Land Use Advisory Committee, Vice Chair of the Community Development Committee, and as a membet of the Transportation and Investment Committees. Exoenence, Saint Paul Planning C „ St. Paul, MN =mimed. Chair, 2011-2012 Mother, 2000-2012 In Febmary, 2006 Coalmen was appointed by Mayas Cb tis Coleman to the planning commission, and was reappointed m 2009. He has presided over the largest Melling in C.sty history (Oven 800 properties), co-chairs the West Midway Industrial Area task form and is past chair of the comprehensive planning committee_ He is a member of the commission's executive and zoning committees. Spnngsted Pubhc Pittance Advisors, St. Paul, MN PTert ellagerr, 20004 Conners stmcnued over ill 3 billion in bond issnes for local gcrresnments, institutions of highes education, and °thin clients including the State of Minnesota. Managing projects lasting from two weeks to fifteen months, Commins created analytical tools to model public capital plannin. g and tax impact scenario' s. Hubert H. Humphrey Listitnte, M MN Polity Fau, 2005-0 Commas was selected to be one of thin' y members of the 2005-6 class of Hnnaphtey policy fellows_ College of Saint Catherine' e, St. Paul, MN ..elezPiefneweEtersenis, 20034 Comnuns was appointed as an adjunct professoz of economics in 2003, and taught an uppet-level course on the theory and practice of investment fox two 5eats, until the position was filled with a tenure -track faculty member. Eckman= University of St. Tlitienes, Minneapolis, MN Meow OlarinsAileastritrezim, 2000 As an MBA student, Commess concentrated in finance, and was a 2 • • • • • • • 4ZSIPDON EK • • • • • Maimed in history and Political • • • Recent Soeaking Mid -Continent Regional Science Association, Annual Conference, 2012 founding portfolio manager of the Aristotle Fund, a student -managed pow within the University endowment Carleton Colege, Northfield, MN Bath. rrrfAm, 7995 tietamiks • Danjek blog Public finance economic georaphy, p1acrmaking • Twitter Dom content 12 Ocommers • Tkedln: http://www.linkcdin.com/ia/i „...� • West Bmadtvay Coalition Animal Meeting, 2012 L vi g Cities Integration acinitis, Conference, 2011 • Federal Resets,* Bank of Minneapolis, 2011 • Minnesota Conference on Policy Analysis, 20I I Minnesota Bout/fields Anneal Conference, 2010 • Urban Land Instmu, Annnal Pzngsam, modetatoc, 2010, panelist, 2009 Minnesota Recreation and Pask Association anneal coafrcence, September, 2009 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Awards Idimeapolis Rioerfront Design C w. , 201 1 American Institute of Architects, Honor Award/Regional and Urban Design, 3010 3 712 Proposal for Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study November 19,2014 0 COLLABORATIVE DesignGrot p 100 Portland Avenue South, Suite 100 Minneapolis, MN 55401 p (612) 332-3654 f (612) 332-3626 Contact: William Hickey, AIA, LEED AP bhickey@collaborativedesigngroup.com ■ ■ ■ w u ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ a ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ u u r ■ IPu u N • s COLLABORATIVE I igiu;roup,,,“ TEAM IDENTIFICATION F,�,TION (COLLABORATIVE DesignGroup, Inc Creative Thinking... Thoughtful Solutions Creative problem solving is what our profession is all about. While the employees at CDG challenge all team members to think creatively to develop interesting and exciting designs, we realize that creativity does not stop with aesthetics. Our team understands that the most important component of problem solving is thinking about how to combine a creative design with functionality, affordability, practicality, and efficiency. Creative thinking and thoughtful solutions will make your project suc- cessful. Collaborative Design Group is a name carefully considered to reflect our fundamental belief that the design process is a collaborative effort, with our clients as integral members of the project team. We believe that the success of your project is dependent on the knowledge and resources of many groups of people. It is our goal to assemble the most appropriate and talented individuals to meet your specific needs. What sets us apart is that we provide a truly collaborative approach to the design of built environments. We seamlessly blend our in-house disciplines of Architecture, Interior Design, Structural Engineering and Historic Preservation to develop sound and energized design solutions. The level of knowledge that these combined disciplines bring to a proj- ect ensures informed decision making and enhances the overall health of the building, leading to a successful project outcome. Self -performing the full scope of services brings significant added value during both design and construction. As our name articulates, we work collaboratively, uniting all disciplines in the process to create an integrated design solution. FIRM INFORMATION LOCATION 100 Portland Avenue S Suite 100 Minneapolis, MN 55401 STAFFING Total: 26 Architectural: 14 Structural: 5 Interior Design: 4 Roofing Specialist: 1 Envelope Specialist: 1 Administrative: 2 CONTACT Bill Hickey bhickey@collaborativedesigngroup.com (612) 371-6414 WEBSITE www.collaborativedesigngroup.com PHONE (612) 332-3654 FAX (612) 332-3626 LEGAL STATUS & OWNERSHIP Privately Owned C Corporation ESTABLISHED 2001 FIRM CAPABILTIES Architecture Structural Engineering Historic Preservation Building Science Interior Design Planning Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal TEAM IDENTIFICATION Fri ,ON Lane Design Group, Inc. Diverse, Responsive, Professional From our associated offices in Minnesota, Colorado, Los Angeles, and Chicago, we deliver a broad range of capability, experience and resources in visual com- munications using innovative design methodologies and technologies. In today's economy design services must solve many different types of problems in cost ef- fective ways and often in a very timely manner. Through small and medium size offices with reasonable overheads we are able to extend our services to a broad au- dience in a very responsible and responsive manner resulting in superior design products that meet the time and budget demands of our clients. Our design management staff has over 6o years combined experience in visual communications including corporate identity and brand development, product promotion, environmental graphics and exhibit design. We have developed innovative solutions to problems in many industries including transportation, medical, financial, food, entertainment, hospitality, and e-comerce. We bring clear thinking, great ideas and an experienced team of designers and design managers together to get the job done. Design Capabilities Environmental Graphics • Identity • MultiMedia • Package Design • Web Publishing • Print Tasking • Project Management • Designe Management • Concept Development • Design Development • CAD What sets us apart Analytical Expertise The best solutions come from solving the right problems. We start from the beginning on every project, by analyzing the com- plex issues that influence the outcome of the design solution. Clear thinking and the careful application of information are the hallmarks of our analytical process. Visioning and Theme Development The importance of seeing the big picture and establishing pri- orities that support and strengthen brand equity are key to de- veloping relevant and effective theming elements. The strength of a brand can be enhanced by carefully crafting themes that resonate with the heart and soul of the brand promise. Experience in Collaborative Design Though our experience is considerable, the specifics and nu- ances of a project will always be best served by close collabora- tion between members of the project team and the client. Great ideas come from any and all directions, and are often the result of the unbridled and frequent exchange of ideas. Design Squatters Sessions Charrettes and squatters' sessions are an effective way to gather, evaluate and act on information relevant to the design process. We use this process often to reduce travel time and expense, and receive client input and approval during projects. LEED Practice Commitment Sustainability, energy conservation, and earth -friendly materi- als and fabrication practices not only help preserve our natural environment, but contribute to the good will of the brand. We are committed to seeking out cost-effective and viable ways to be responsible global citizens. Physiology Understanding Knowing the limitations of the viewer in various viewing condi- tions is well understood by our designers. This is fundamental in developing an effective wayfinding and identity design pro- gram. We are true believers of "a picture is worth a thousand words." Technologies Expertise Riding the wave of technological advances can be risky and ex- pensive. We make it a practice to move design solutions in a direction that will not only take advantage of proven technolo- gies, but will allow the adaptation of emerging technologies as they become viable. Staff Networking Experience We work together closely, and have for years, to combine each individual's unique capability as needed, including problem analysis, conceptualizing and visualization, concept rendering, computer simulation, construction documents, video direction, web site design, and brand development. William Hickey, AIA, LEED AP PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR/PROJECT MANAGER, HISTORIC ARCHITECT, PRINCIPAL Bill has considerable expertise in the programming, design, and project management of Commer- cial and Institutional projects, including corporate, retail, restaurant, university, and government ■ buildings. His work also includes multifamily housing, mixed-use and transportation -oriented development, strategic planning, and collegiate projects. He has a strong background in facility analysis and reports. Bill meets the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Historical Architect and Architectural History. COLLABORATIVE Desi rH;rt)111)0., TEAM IDENTIFICATION asp Years of Experience 28 Education University of Minnesota, Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Environmental Design Registration Registered Architect, Minnesota #2o111; LEED Accredited Professional Experience • Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Study and Relocation, Stillwater, MN Development of a Minnesota Historic Property Record for the historic 1890 Shoddy Mill and Warehouse as part of the mitigation for the St. Croix Crossing bridge project; included development of documents for the relocation of the two buildings to a new site 2 miles north • Brakemeier Creamery Assessment and Reuse Study, Minnetrista, MN Comprehensive building condition assessment and forensic study of this 1900 creamery building for Three Rivers Park District • Baker Natural Resources Management Barn Assessment and Reuse Study, Medina, MN Comprehensive building condition assessment and forensic study of this 19oos farm structure for Three Rivers Park District • Baker Schmitt House Assessment and Reuse Study, Medina, MN Comprehensive building condition assessment and forensic study of this 19oos house for Three Rivers Park District • Fort Snelling Projects, St. Paul, MN Master plan, restorations (including roofs, windows, masonry, and steps), and assess- ments for nearly every building at the historic fort • Baudette Depot Rehabilitation, Baudette, MN Interior and exterior rehabilitation of former Canadian Northern passenger and goods rail depot; work included new ADA compliant restrooms, period appropriate lighting, new flooring and trim, and HVAC upgrades to the 1920S structure • Grand View Lodge • Nisswa, MN Restoration of historic 3 story log structure at Grand View Resort • Meighen House, Forestville, MN Exterior and interior stabilization of 1888 historic residence and store • Split Rock Lighthouse, Two Harbors, MN Building assessment and restoration of lighthouse and other complex buildings for Min- nesota Historical Society Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal TEAM IDENTIFICATION aESixrrs Craig Milkert, PE, LEED AP STRUCTURAL ENG! NEER, PRINCIPAL Throughout his career, Craig has been passionate about understanding how buildings work. He believes that a building is a working system of individual components, and that designers must understand how all components of a building affect each other in order to construct a long lasting and well performing building. He is the leader of the Building Science Group at CDG. This group of professionals performs investigations of building structures and exterior envelopes of all types of structures and building systems. Years of Experience Education Registration Experience 33 University of Illinois, Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering Professional Engineer, Minnesota #23325; LEED Accredited Professional • Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Study and Relocation, Stillwater, MN Development of a Minnesota Historic Property Record for the historic 1890 Shoddy Mill and Warehouse as part of the mitigation for the St. Croix Crossing bridge project; included development of documents for the relocation of the two buildings to a new site 2 miles north • Brakemeier Creamery Assessment and Reuse Study, Minnetrista, MN Comprehensive building condition assessment and forensic study of this 1900 creamery building for Three Rivers Park District • Baker Natural Resources Management Barn Assessment and Reuse Study, Medina, MN Comprehensive building condition assessment and forensic study of this 190os farm structure for Three Rivers Park District • Baker Schmitt House Assessment and Reuse Study, Medina, MN Comprehensive building condition assessment and forensic study of this 19oos house for Three Rivers Park District • Fort Snelling Projects, St. Paul, MN Master plan, restorations (including roofs, windows, masonry, and steps), and assess- ments for nearly every building at the historic fort • Baudette Depot Rehabilitation, Baudette, MN Interior and exterior rehabilitation of former Canadian Northern passenger and goods rail depot; work included new ADA compliant restrooms, period appropriate lighting, new flooring and trim, and HVAC upgrades to the 1920S structure • Masonry and Roofing Study, Carleton College, Northfield, MN Complete building envelope study on 34 buildings on campus • Scriver Building, Northfield, MN Development of documents and construction observation for a ramped entry and 3 story addition that included an elevator and accessible bathrooms • Todd County Courthouse, Long Prairie, MN Complete interior renovation and exterior restoration to this historic Courthouse 5 ■ ✓ ■ a. ■ a ■ 5 5 5 5 • • ■ a e • • 5 • t 1 a 5 5 5 • S 1 6 COt Robert Singewald R00FING AND BUILDING ENVELOPE SPECIALIST Bob's project experience as a roofing consultant is unmatched in this area. He has more than 45 years experience with roofs, waterproofing, and building envelopes, of which more than 3o years has been with engineering and consulting firms. Bob has helped develop roofing standards, man- agement programs, and independent testing programs for many clients. His responsibilities at Collaborative Design Group include consultation and evaluation, design, construction observation, testing and contract administration. Years of Experience 47 Education University of Minnesota, Bachelor of Science, Business Experience • Burton Hall, Carleton College, Northfield, MN Roof replacement and masonry repairs to this historic building • Evans Hall, Carleton College, Northfield, MN Complete interior renovation, roof and window replacement, and masonry repairs to the historic dormitory building • Goodsell Observatory, Carleton College, Northfield, MN Complete replacement of slate and flat, soldered seam roofs and masonry repairs and tuckpointing of all wall surfaces on this 1886 building over a two year period • Gould Library, Carleton College, Northfield, MN Reroofing, masonry restoration, and tuckpointing • Laird Hall, Carleton College, Northfield, MN Complete tuckpointing and reroofing of this 1905 building over a two year period • Landmark Center, St. Paul, MN Ongoing roof replacement and complete masonry repairs to the historic Landmark Center • Masonry and Roofing Study, Carleton College, Northfield, MN Complete building envelope study on 34 buildings on campus • Minnetonka City Hall, Minnetonka, MN Design of new copper roof and gutters • Severance Hall, Carleton College, Northfield, MN Roof, masonry, and step replacement • Todd County Courthouse, Long Prairie, MN Complete interior renovation, reroofing, window replacement, masonry, and basement waterproofing to this historic Courthouse Cs Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal TEAM IDENTIFICATION ems Elizabeth McCollough, Associate AIA, LEED AP COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, DESIGNER Bess has over 15 years of experience, both in architecture and project management. Her experience is exemplified in her understanding of architectural design and management. Bess has extensive public sector experience with work including ADA assessment and implementation, new construc- tion, renovations, historic restorations, and planning. Years of Experience 20 Education University of Minnesota, Masters of Architecture; Montana State University, Bachelor of Arts, Theater Registration Associate AIA, LEED Accredited Professional Experience • Baudette Depot Rehabilitation, Baudette, MN Interior and exterior rehabilitation of former Canadian Northern passenger and goods rail depot; work included new ADA compliant restrooms, period appropriate lighting, new flooring and trim, and HVAC upgrades to the 1920S structure • Enger Park • Duluth, MN Park master plan, ADA ramps for site access, and restoration of historic Enger Tower • Evans Hall, Carleton College, Northfield, MN Complete interior renovation, roof and window replacement, and masonry repairs to the historic dormitory building • Fort Snelling Projects, St. Paul, MN Master plan, restorations (including roofs, windows, masonry, and steps), and assess- ments for nearly every building at the historic fort • Minneapolis Federal Office Building • Minneapolis, MN Design of an accessible entry, elevator modernization, Passport Office renovation, and multiple studies • Minnesota Historical Society Universal Design Study • Various Locations Analysis of multiple Minnesota Historical Society sites to identify accessibility concerns and create universal design standards that can be applied to all MHS locations • Reads Landing Schoolhouse, Reads Landing, MN Historic Structure Report and building restoration • Wirth Park Pavilion Rehabilitation • Minneapolis, MN Historic preservation and bathroom and kitchen renovations of historic park pavilion ■ 1 a_ ■ 5 i f ■ 5 5 • • 1 1 • 5 • a 5 5 ■ 5 1 5 5 5 ■ 5 ■ 111 S ■ C COLLABORATIVE Lit i i(,roup, ■ Bob Lane ENVIRONMENTAL AND INTERPRETIVE GRAPHIC DESIGNER Bob is responsible for design and project management of the firm's graphics programs, which injak - clude corporate identity, corporate communications, product promotion, package design, and ex- hibit design. He often directs the graphic design component for larger interdisciplinary design projects. ■ ■ 1 1 Years of Experience e 30 Kansas City Art Institute, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design; University of Missouri, Education a Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Experience • Como Zoo Aquatics Theater, St. Paul, MN • Feasibility study and schematic options ■ • Como Zoo Gorilla Exhibit, St. Paul, MN Development of interpretive and interactive graphics for new gorilla exhibit • Como Zoo Hoof -Stock Exhibit, St. Paul, MN Design and construction documents for the addition of four flat screen monitors • • Como Zoo Polar Bear Odyssey, St. Paul, MN Interpretive, wayfinding, identity, and interactive elements for new polar bear exhibit • • Como Zoo Primate Exhibit, St. Paul, MN Interior facelift that included the design of sound attenuation, experiential lighting ef- fects, multimedia displays, and educational presentations • • Eastside Heritage Park Signage Program, St. Paul, MN Design of wayfinding, interpretive and orientation signage, and bid documents for the City of St. Paul Parks and Recreation Department • Arlington International Racecourse, Arlington Heights, IL Site analysis, evaluation, thematic concept design, design development and detailing, cost estimating and containment, bid and construction documents preparation, fabrica- 111 tion, and installation supervision • Catfish Bend Casino, Burlington, Iowa Exterior wayfinding and identity signage, including circulation analysis, design, and construction documents 111 • Chabad Educational Center, San Diego, CA Wayfinding signage and donor and dedication plaques ■ • Chicago Rapid Transit System Signage, Chicago, IL Multiple station design of wayfinding, signage, and system maps for the City of Chicago, Department of Public Works, and Department of Architecture • Elmhurst Art Museum • Elmhurst, IL Design of museum logo, interior and exterior signage, and donor recognition displays 1 1 1 Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS Restoring Historic Structures yes Thief RIM Fai'_ Moorhead Stapes' ,Fergus Foils Brainerd Cannon Mexdndno. Wheaton itelpedane Worthington• .loop Prattle I. Cloud SOuth Haden Pine City. East Bethel Understanding historic buildings is not new to us; we have built a reputation for our expertise in this Wetmore j context. Collaborative Design Group is recognized s+ :e10` �+ for our work in historic preservation, existing build- st. POW ing assessment, and architectural, structural, inte- Red +rin4 rior, and roofing design. Our expertise in these Northfield areas has compelled clients throughout the re - ,New `lm Forlcouit gion to seek out CDG. We are very proud Mankato Rocr t� urrn,..� to be invited by communities throughout the State to assist in their renovation, ,,Preston ?addition, reuse, new construction, and en. Rarethellh ie restoration projects. We have learned through our experience that it is vital to understand the building, its construction and its human his- tory to be able to effectively breathe new life into it. This includes a thoughtful assessment of the building function, performance, past failures, how the building was used in the past, and how the building will be used in the future. In addition to Architecture and Interior Design, Collaborative Design Group provides in-house forensic building analysis, structural engineering, and historic preservation. Self -performing this full scope of services brings significant added value during both design and construction. Our Building Science Group can help identify issues to allow our clients to cost effectively manage their projects. These structures are a tremendous resource from the stand point of sustainable design and are integral to our sense of place. CDG has a deep understanding of the impact of using historic buildings to reenergize streets, neighborhoods, and cities. • 1 1 1 1 1 ■ 1 ■ ✓ 5 • • 5 5 i 1 5 1 5 5 1 • 5 5 5 5 5 s s r COLLABORATIVE P The following project examples illustrate CDG's experience providing historic preservation, restoration engineering, and architectural and interior design services to historic structures. The majority of the buildings are on the National Register for Historic Places and every proj- ect met the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Historical Architect and Architectural History. Every project was funded with Minnesota grants or public money. • Anoka Amphitheater Condition Assessment, Anoka, MN • Baudette Train Depot Rehabilitation, Baudette, MN • Blair House Restoration, St. Paul, MN • Carleton Place Buildings Rehabilitation, St. Paul, MN • Commodore Condominiums Study, St. Paul, MN • Coffman Union Condition Survey and Rehabilitation Project, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN • Comstock House Plaster Failure Study, Moorhead, MN • Eastcliff House Exterior Renovation, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN • Eddy Hall Annex Removal and Building Forensic Assessment, University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN • Enger Tower Restoration, Duluth, MN • Faribault Design Guidelines, Faribault, MN • Fort Snelling, St. Paul, MN - 2005: Master Plan of 25 -acre historic site to create an enhanced and expanded rec- reational destination including rehabilitation plan for historic structures - 2005: Building assessment of the existing Visitor Center, which looked at current moisture infiltration issues and long term viability of the structure - 2005-2010: Historical research, reconstruction document development, and con- struction oversight for the Commissary, Hospital, Officers Quarters, Shops Building, Stone Barracks, Wood Barrack, Hexagonal Tower, Pentagonal Tower, Command- ers Quarters, School House, Gun Shed, Sutler's Store, and Guard House Roof Re- construction; multi -phased project included reconstruction report that determined original roof construction and original porch design - 2009: Exterior condition assessment of historic 1905 Cavalry Barracks Building's #17 and #18, including masonry, roof, and window assessment with recommenda- tions for repair and estimated costs - 2010-2011: Reconstruction drawings, specifications, and construction oversight for the replacement of the well house, the parade ground stairs and window, and door rehabilitation on select buildings - 2011: 1905 Cavalry Barracks Building's #17 and #18 slate roof replacement; included the sourcing of red slate for in-kind replacement as well as the development of draw- ings, specifications, and construction oversight for the new slate roof and recon- structed built in gutter system • Garrison Concourse Overlook Assessment, Garrison, MN • Grandview Lodge, Nisswa, MN • Harkin Store and House Restoration, New Ulm, MN Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS r • Hersey & Bean Planing Mill Wall Stabilization, Stillwater, MN • Johnston Hall Building Condition Assessment, Faribault, MN • Landmark Center Assessment and Masonry and Roof Restoration, St. Paul, MN • Lindbergh House Accessibility Project, Little Falls, MN • Marine on St. Croix Town Hall Historic Structure Report, Marine on St. Croix, MN • Meighen House, Store, and Farm, Forestville, MN - 2005: Exterior analysis and stabilization of 1888 house and store - 2009: Weigh House Historic Structures Report, which was completed to determine history, condition, and feasibility of moving historic Weigh House back to its origi- nal site - 2010-2011: Drawings and construction observation for the relocation of the historic Weigh House back to its original site from a nearby farm • Midtown Exchange Building Rehabilitation, Minneapolis, MN • Mineral Oil Building Restoration, St. Paul, MN • Ogilvie Water Tower and Garage Study and Restoration, Ogilvie, MN • Preston Overlook Assessment, Preston, MN • Plummer House HVAC Design, Rochester, MN • Robitshek Building Study, Minneapolis, MN • Scriver Building Accessibility Project, Northfield, MN • Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Relocation, Stillwater, MN • Split Rock Lighthouse Restoration, Two Harbors, MN • Swedish Bank Building Rehabilitation, St. Paul, MN • Todd County Courthouse Rehabilitation, Long Prairie, MN • Victory Memorial Parkway Preservation Assessment, Minneapolis, MN • Reads Landing Historic Structure Report, Reads Landing, MN • Willow Lake Overlook Assessment, Preston, MN Additional Historic Projects (not listed on the National Register) • Brakemeier Creamery Forensic Study, Minnetrista, MN • Baker Natural Resources Management Barn Feasibility Study, Medina, MN • Baker Schmitt House Feasibility Study, Medina, MN • Cascade River Wayside Overlook Assessment, Cascade River, MN • Education Sciences Building Rehabilitation, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN • Forest History Center Roof Restoration, Grand Rapids, MN • Fort Ridgley Powder Magazine Maintenance Manual, Fort Ridgley State Park, Fairfax, MN • Lac Qui Parle Mission Roof Restoration, Lac Qui Parle State Park, MN • Lowry Building Rehabilitation, St. Paul, MN • Shoddy Mill Study and Relocation, Oak Park Heights, MN • South Haven City Hall Assessment, South Haven, MN • Spring Park Depot Study, Spring Park, MN • Wirth Park Picnic Pavilion, Theodore Wirth Park, Golden Valley, MN • 1 1 1 • • 1 1 • • CCOLLABORATIVE Design(;rinlp,, Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Relocation sTILLWATER, MINNESOTA The historic Moritz Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse were built in the 189os and are associated with late 19th - century Jewish immigration to Minnesota and the waste materials trade and mattress manufacture. The Bergsteins were one of only a few Jewish families in the Stillwater area, but through their business and family associations they were part of a larger network that extended from Hungary and Bohemia to Minneapolis, St. Paul, and beyond. Collaborative Design Group was retained in 2008 to provide the stabilization, historic recordation, building move plans, and project management for the two buildings. Great care was taken to protect the buildings during the relocation and a temporary road was built that was less steep than the alternate routes. The move occurred late at night so that roadways could be closed with a minimal disturbance to traffic flow. Shoddy Mill and NVarehouse at their new location. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS Brakemeier Creamery Assessment and Reuse Study MINNETRISTA, MINNESOTA The Brakemeier Creamery Building is a one -and -a -half story brick creamery turned single family home thought to have been built in the 1.88os. Of major concern with the building was the presence of a black tar -like substance observed in puddles on the floor, and weeping from the wall and electrical outlets in several first floor locations. Three Rivers Park District contracted with Collaborative Design Group to complete multiple studies of the building. An assessment of the Creamery was completed in order to identify the condition of the building and recommend and estimate costs of restora- tion work. CDG also produced a separate Forensic Investigation Report to identify the tar -like substance found throughout the building. Multiple holes were opened in the building interior samples of the substance were removed and tested. The testing and historic research revealed that the tar -like substance was likely used as a waterproofing and insulating mate- rial to create cold rooms in the Creamery. Over time, the substance softened and was squeezed through pores and other openings in the walls. CDG provided estimated costs to demolish portions of the building, remove the substance, and rebuild. The final task Collaborative Design Group completed was a Feasibility Study to identify future uses for the building and their associated costs. Low, moderate, and high intensity uses, as well as mothballing, were all considered, with future uses including a reception hall/banquet facility, trailhead, visitor center, gallery, picnic hall, warming house, and stor- age. Detailed cost breakdowns and floor plans were produced for each usage scenario. ik —sr—) T.erd Co, I. F=1--_! COLLABORATIVE Desigiui;ruup,.„ Natural Resources Management Barn Assessment and Reuse Study MEOINA, MINNESOTA Collaborative Design Group was retained by the Three Rivers Park District to assess the 1935 Natural Resources Man- agement Barn and present and overview of the facility's overall condition, outline recommendations for stabilizing the building, and develop a preliminary cost estimate for the repairs. As part of the report, CDG studied a variety of scenarios for reusing the Barn for other purposes. Concepts were analyzed for low, high, and two moderate intensity uses, as well as simply mothballing the facility. The report provided detailed cost information for both the repair of the building's deficiencies and upgrading the building for use in the variety of options studied. THE BAKER NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT BARN roweeroneelee eleWpoel Mil of the 'Wow. won ereeeforwie was* 466.101-51.107.1. eXPolenos.. d WWWwectk we* a.n-u.,....a 7.0.WWweeepoweele picnic.. Ikeda Appro.- WY Cam Assorterfwee Cosa "nee 4® at f wC,® wa.® X X0 II X >m a MSw,® 51.661 X MO d s,6 sr.o61 SOAP x 610 . wT ma snam x s®. v 04a61 s.s® X me.+a woo s677/6 learee 1,22,0 Iwo Yew saw two Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS Schmitt House Assessment and Reuse Study MED►NA, MINNESOTA The Schmitt House is a two and a half story gambrel roofed structure dating from the early 19oos, located at the Baker Park Reserve. The Three Rivers Park District retained Collaborative Design Group to complete a report for the House, the goal of which was twofold: one, to understand the current state of repair of the structure; and two, to develop recom- mendations and associated costs to secure the building and adapt it for a variety of future uses. All of the Schmitt House's interior and exterior elements were assessed, including mechanical and electrical systems. Recommendations were made to address issues with the building and site and associated cost estimates for repair work were provided. The Reuse Study portion of the report looked at the possibility of using the building low, mid, and high intensity purposes, such as a conference center, gallery, museum, offices, or a shelter. Estimates were provided to pre- pare and adapt the building for each intensity level. Oki ,.E,..E.""........,.EA - -I 1,-- o� I 1 to COLLABORATIVE ilosignl.roup. n Spring Park Depot Assessment and Reuse Study SPRING PARK, MINNESOTA CDG provided a comprehensive building condition assessment and reuse study of a 19oos train depot for the Three Riv- ers Park District. The condition assessment looked at the structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental and historic integrity of the structure. Based on those findings the feasibility component provided an overview for the cost implica- tions of pursuing one of three options: Rehabilitating the structure in place; Moving the structure to a new location and rehabilitating it; and razing the structure. Due to impending development, this project was conducted on an accelerated timeline. iw Table of Contents • 93031133 991991. 919309310,099813 rwroert•rnmnsoonu•a WO> 13+1313 991a03191339 8939 939.• 9919 3111.19, 39.3919.900.1 0139. 99991 lIngimar. Win 0..12., Moan .13mmau 36119333 033399033 A 11•3993111cr In Fla 139999119.390.1939031 3119939.39 Mue�m C 1313 _ 9. b nxa .Rwrm... .a..r.+ps • uo.. m;°".13k m77" rY- -A Imam 1111.110/0 Nue strazo 114.9.111 91116111 SIM voi•oo WAIL w rte. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS Fort Snelling Master Plan sr. PAUL, MINNESOTA The Fort Snelling Master Plan was defined in conjunction with an interpretive plan developed by the Historical Society to create an enhanced and expanded recreational destination for one of the State's earliest and most important historic sites. Goals for the site included increasing tourism, expanding the site's interpretive program, and enhancing visitor amenities. Collaborative Design Group assembled teams that studied both the facilities and the visitor experience at the Fort. The Facilities Planning team studied the structures and the site itself while the Visitor Planning team researched the market and amenities that will draw and benefit visitors to the site. Both teams worked in conjunction with the Historical Soci- ety's Programming Team to create a renewed facility that answers visitor needs at the Fort while enhancing their historic experience. COLLABORATIVE UesigriGroup,. Baudette Depot Adaptive Reuse BAUDErrE, MINNESOTA The Baudette Depot, formerly the Canadian National Railways (CNR) Depot, was built in 1923 at the end of Main Avenue in Baudette, Minnesota. The Depot was abandoned by the CNR in 1980 and sold to the Depot Preservation Alliance (DPA) in 1997. In 2008, the DPA applied for and received a Minnesota Department of Transportation grant for the preservation of the building and Collaborative Design Group was hired to provide exterior and interior restoration plans and construction oversight. Since its construction in 1923 through the end of the CNR ownership in 1987, the Depot underwent several renovations that altered the original building finishes and spaces. Much of the original oak floor had been removed or tiled over with linoleum, walls had been breeched with new doorways, and windows had been reconfigured. Additionally, the CNR re- moved many of the semi-permanent fixtures and furnishings, as well as much of the hazardous materials. The rehabilitation focused on the sensitive integration of new ADA compliant restrooms, reconstruction of much of the missing walls and trim, salvaging and repair of the remaining oak flooring, restoration of the Station Masters Office and ticket counter, and the reconstruction of the exterior train platform. The project provided new leasable office space, an art gallery and studio, kitchen area, and interpretive space. The rehabilitation design and construction work was both thoughtful and historically sensitive, and was overseen by MN SHPO, MnDOT Cultural Heritage Division, and Lake of the Woods County. ■ 4 •;;.p a- Baudette Depot with replaced windows, site improvements, and repaired xrhut: fascia. and masonry. Mot Windows before. Windows after. • Interior befr rr c, OF 01 1L Interior after. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS Meighen House FORESTVILLE, MINNESOTA Collaborative Design Group provided restoration and stabilization services, facilities assessment, and cyclical mainte- nance plan development for the historic Meighen Residence Frame addition. The Meighen House is located in Historic Forestville in the Forestville State Park and is an example of a structure built with locally available materials and local labor. The building was constructed in three distinct segments, exhibiting com- mon design and construction methods for the second half of the nineteenth century in the upper Midwest. The building's northernmost elements, the store and the main residence, are constructed of a locally manufactured soft common red brick with wood post and beam interior framing. The southern addition was reportedly added sometime between 1884 and 1890. iiiiiiIiliIiIIIII III ulNVllll1 C COLLABORATIVE Reads Landing Schoolhouse READS LANDING, MINNESOTA The Reads Landing Schoolhouse was built in the spring of 1870 and was in continued use as a school up until 1957, when it was closed. The Schoolhouse remained vacant until the Wabasha County Historical Society purchased it in 1965 and converted it into a museum, which the building serves as today. Collaborative Design Group was hired to complete a Historic Structures Report for the Schoolhouse. CDG provided a detailed analysis of the entire interior and exterior of the building, specifically highlighting problem areas and prioritiz- ing repairs that needed to be made. Recommendations provided in the report were sensitive to the historic design and importance of the structure, as well as the time and fiscal constraints of the Historical Society. Upon completion of the Reads Landing Historic Structure Report, CDG began design of the rehabilitation of the building, work which is currently ongoing. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS Split Rock Lighthouse Two HARBORS, MINNESOTA Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, Split Rock Lighthouse is one of the most recognizable and scenic landmarks in Minnesota. Split Rock Lighthouse started operations in 1910 and was used continually to aid navigation on Lake Su- perior's waters until 1969. In 1971, it became part of the Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, and in 1976, the Minnesota Historical Society took over its administration, creating the Split Rock Lighthouse Historic Site. The Site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Collaborative Design Group was retained as Restoration Consultant and Historic Preservationist by the Minnesota His- torical Society to provide a condition assessment and develop construction documents to preserve and stabilize all of the historic buildings at the Split Rock Light Station. The project included the preservation and stabilization of the Light- house, Dwellings, Barns, and Fog Signal building. Services provided by CDG include building research and assessments, design development, cost estimates, preparation and distribution of construction documents, project bidding, and construction observation. CDG used modern forensic investigation techniques, practical analysis, and innovative restoration techniques including dry ice blasting to remove paint and clean the cast iron elements of the lantern. ■ • ■ ■ • ■ ■ • a 1 • 1 s • • • 1 1 1 ✓ ■ i ■ 1 ■ 1 ■ ■ a ■ ■ 1 ■ ■ ■ Collaborative Design Group was retained by Duluth, MN to develop a comprehensive Master Plan for the City's iconic Enger Park. Included was a full restoration of the famous stone observation structure, renovations and renewal of the ■ park's iconic shelter and cliff -top gazebo, new and restored hiking trails, a wellness path, and new support buildings and parking areas. Also part of the project is a dynamic new lighting program for the Tower (funded by a generous Centennial grant from Rotary International). This LED -based system allows programmable, color -changing lighting of both the interior and ■ exterior of the structure, and enhances the Tower's traditional role as a beacon on the skyline of the Zenith City. Enger Park DULUTH, MINNESOTA COLLABORATIVE I)esign(;roti ),+m CDG designed a gazebo, which overlooks the beautiful lift bridge and the city of Duluth. Constructed of heavy timber and stone the design is reminiscent of the iconic Enger Tower. This is the first in a series of buildings being designed to energize and activate the Park for generations to come. Future projects include renovation of the historic pavilion and a new guard station. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS North West Company Fur Post Interpretative Center PINE Cm, MINNESOTA This 10,500 sf Interpretative Building is located on a 62 acre historic site on Minnesota's Snake River, actual location of the North West Company's post. The story of the Voyageurs, their Ojibwe trading partners, and the fur trade in North America is experienced and interpreted through state-of-the-art exhibits, hands-on activities and site explorations. The building sensitively recollects the meeting of Ojibwe and European cultures, blending forms, materials and paths natu- rally into the site. The interpretive theme, "Where two worlds meet", extends into the building forms, offering a variety of experiences for visitors of all ages. A strong natural presence of light, wood and organic materials extend from the site into and through- out the interpretive center. The building is designed to be highly sustainable, with earth sheltering, passive solar capac- ity, renewable and sustainably harvested materials used extensively. It features a great room, fireplace, and retail space. New exhibits explore how the fur trade shaped the region.The Center also helps direct and control the visitors to the site, where previously a large area was subjected to human traffic impact. Related amenities developed as part of the project include a picnic shelter, an improved trail network, and enhanced riverside landing. A blend of new, interactive experiences sets the stage for firsthand interpretation of the unique fur trade lifestyle by Min- nesota Historical Society staff and volunteers. • IN ■ ■ ■ i • ■ • • ■ • • • • • ■ • • • • 1 1 • ■ 1 • • ■ COLLABORATIVE DesigmGroup iii, Lowell Park Trailhead Building STILLWATER, MINNESOTA The City of Stillwater retained Collaborative Design Group to design a restroom and maintenance building as part of their revitalization of the water front area known as Lowell Park. The building ties together the industrial buildings of the historic downtown and the beautiful Victorian houses that grace the bluffs overlooking the park. Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS Como Zoo Hoof -stock Exhibit STILLWATER, MINNESOTA The interior of the hoof -stock exhibit was stark and some of the least attractive areas at the Como Zoo. The spaces did not conform to the standards used in newer exhibit projects, including Tropical Encounters, Polar Bear Odyssey, and Gorilla Forest. Expectations of how the Zoo presented collections were not being met opportunities in the outdoor exhibits, such as a public feeding station for giraffe, were being missed. Collaborative Design Group and Lane Design Group teamed up to provide the Department of Parks and Recreation with an overall phased plan for Como Zoo's (Zoo) hoof—stock interior and exterior exhibits and public spaces. Elements that will be a part of the new design include murals, graphical interpretation, an outdoor giraffe public feeding station, and other various aesthetic applications. • • 5 ■ 5- ■ ■ ✓ • • • • • ✓ O ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1 5 1 ■ 5 ✓ ■ ✓ ■ ■ • 5 COLLABORATIVE Desigru.nnli),i". Como Zoo Primate Exhibit Interior Facelift ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA Originally termed an interpretive "facelift" this design project involved an interdisciplinary team featured Collaborative Design Group and Lane Design Group. The project included visual displays and architectural modifications to enhance the visitors' experience at the existing Primate building. The design included sound attenuation, experiential lighting effects, multimedia displays, and a complete educational presentation of primates. Since the noise level was distracting and almost overwhelming, it was determined the design must include sound miti- gation. To achieve this CDG suggested a wall TM panel material known as Tectum, and to make it a part of the visual experience it was overprinted with photographic imagery from the Baring() Cliffs of Kenya. With the addition of monitor displays with video and sound effects, the space and user experience was truly transformed. Phase II of the project is to include interactive "Outposts" where tent -like enclosures become research centers "in the jungle" and include interactive learning of primates, for children and adults alike. Markus .war kee-sant Bosh on f etwuary 410. 1967, at the Otegon too Tatter lemate oath Voy, tansy atm anti shu11. Ught hart wetges 115 pounds Berta+royal note Creates ponchos out of 1.01.0 and lortf out of car ti0oard Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PAST INVOLVEMENT WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS We are including the reports we completed for Three Rivers Park District's historic Brakemeier Creamery to provide a sample of our previous work. We chose this project due to its comprehensiveness. The Condition Survey Report begins with an assessment of the building and the second half discusses various reuse alternatives. The report includes estimates and preliminary drawings for each potential reuse. The additional Forensic Investigation Report was completed as a follow up to the Condition Survey and Feasibility Study to investigate the presence of a tar -like substance within the building and determine the cost and method of abating the material. The reference for the Brakemeier Creamery project is: Jason Zemke Three River Park District 3000 Xenium Lane North Plymouth, MN 55441 (763) 694-7601 References for additional studies and historic restoration/reuse projects include: John Mathews Carleton College (507 222-4091 jmathews@carleton.edu Tom Pfannenstiel Minnesota Historical Society (612) 725-2430 tom.pfannenstiel@mnhs.org James Homolka Ramsey County (651) 266-2793 james.homolka@co.ramsey.mn.us David Danckwart Wabasha County Historical Society (651) 343-7072 davidjdanckwart@aol.com Steve Williams Friends of Plummer House (507) 280-6888 steve@blueplanet-consulting.com ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1 ■ ■ COLLABORATIVE Iii v.�`anl;1`o ■ ■ PROJECT WORK PLAN ■ The following work plan gives a general overview of the process and schedule we will follow to complete the Shoddy Mill ■ and Warehouse Reuse Study. The process will begin with a kick-off meeting, where goals, expectations, and deadlines can be discussed in greater detail. It is important to note that while we will submit progress reports on the tenth of every ■ month, it is our goal to make the City of Stillwater and its community, the Heritage Preservation Commission, and any other interested stakeholders integral parts of our team. We will welcome and utilize open communication and participation ■ throughout the entire process in order to present the best solutions for reuse. ■ STARTUP PHASE: December 17, 2014 - February 14, 2015 • Kick-off meeting: December 17, 2014 ■ • Site and buildings assessments ■ • Identify new local issues and define regulatory context • Identify potential stakeholders for participation in interviews ■ • Review of available existing historical information, reports, photographs, drawings, etc. ■ ON SITE PHASE: January 1, 2015 - February 14, 2015 ■ • Schedule and perform interviews • Define architectural constraints ■ • ist progress report update to the City of Stillwater: January 9, 2015 ■ • Explore economic incentives and opportunities • Analyze community planning issues ■ • Develop preliminary reuse alternatives ■ • Hold community meeting(s) to receive feedback and develop a greater understanding of public opinion • 2nd progress report update to the City of Stillwater: February 10, 2015 ■ ■ ANALYSIS AND PRESENTATION PHASE: February 15, 2015 - May 14, 2015 • Analyze economic incentives and opportunities ■ • Analyze feasibility of preliminary reuse alternatives in the context of needs, public opinion, economic opportunities, etc. ■ • 3rd progress report update to the City of Stillwater: March 10, 2015 ■ • Begin the study draft • Determine preferred reuse alternatives • 4th progress report update to the City of Stillwater: April 10, 2015 ■ • Consider design options for reuse alternatives • Complete construction cost estimate of each option ■ • Complete the study draft ■ • 5th progress report update to the City of Stillwater: May 8, 2015 ■ Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal PROJECT WORK PLAN REPORT PRESENTATIONS: May 15, 2015 - June 22, 2015 • Submit the study draft to the Heritage Preservation Commission and Minnesota Historical Society: May 15, 2015 • Submit final study to the City: June 15, 2015 • Present final study to City Council: June 16, 2015 • Present final study to Heritage Preservation Commission PLANNING APPROACH We are very excited by the prospect of working with the City of Stillwater and the Heritage Preservation Commission on the Reuse Study for the Shoddy Mill and Warehouse. Collaborative Design Group excels at assessing existing structures and planning for their future use. We believe the combination of our vast planning experience, our hands on work restoring similar historic structures and sites, and our intimate familiarity with both the Mill and Warehouse will enable us to provide a useful and comprehensive Reuse Study. The Collaborative Design Group team approach follows the outline of "A Primer for Historic Properties Reuse Teams in Minnesota." We understand that the Reuse study "provides an objective look at the threats to Historic properties and suggests a basis for valid decision-making in the future." KEY ISSUES: • To understand the community issues that may affect a historic property • To develop reuse alternatives • To evaluate the economic and preservation merits of reuse alternatives • To define the most viable options in terms of economic impact, community needs, respect to the historic character of the buildings, etc. • To recommend a plan with reuse alternatives for the community to consider METHODOLOGY The Shoddy Mill and Warehouse buildings will be reviewed and assessed to determine the current condition and need for maintenance and preservation. Collaborative Design Group has an intimate knowledge of both buildings and the site; we will draw on this knowledge while we research and assess the structures, but we will not make any assumptions or shortcut the process. We will review all available reports, surveys, drawings, photographs, and any other additional information again to refresh our knowledge history and original construction of each building. 28� i • ■ ■ ■ _ ■ • • • ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ • ✓ ■ • ■ • ■ • • • ■ • e • • ■ c COLLABORATIVE ■ PLANNING APPROACH It is imperative to understand the condition of both buildings in order to develop viable reuse strategies. CDG formed an in-house Building Science Group—which is made of a historic architect, structural engineer, roofing specialist, and building envelope specialist—in order to fully understand and restore existing structures. This group will assess both ■ structures and determine how all individual building components (roofs, walls, doors, windows, foundations, site, etc.) are interacting with each other and determine the condition of the building as a whole. '■ Our experience restoring historic structures will be crucial not only during the initial building assessments, but also during the formulation of feasible reuse options. In our experience, we have found that the majority of building problems are not due to the original design or construction, but rather to changes that have been made over time. We will keep this in mind when developing reuse alternatives so that any future changes to the structures will not have adverse affects on the ■ performance of the buildings or cause future maintenance concerns for the City. ■ The CDG team places high value on collaboration and participation. It is our team's belief that feasible reuse plans are developed by bringing stakeholders together to participate in directed input sessions. Key elements of a successful program will be: • Building trust — Trust can be built by listening to others' concerns, expressing genuine interest in others' U issues, being open about goals or potential issues, and ensuring that all who want to provide input are given an opportunity to do so. ■ • Establishing communications lines and protocols — With multiple stakeholders, it is important for everyone to understand how they will communicate with each other. Information such as agendas, meeting minutes, and handouts should come from one source. • Defining responsibilities — In order to provide effective feedback, stakeholders need to know from the outset the limits of their authority and responsibilities. For example, stakeholders will want to know what their role will be in the decision-making process. Are they providing input? Will they have a role in selecting options? Managing these expectations from the beginning of the process is vital to a successful outcome. • Identifying tough issues and addressing them early — Disagreements that are not adequately addressed can prove to be major obstacles in group processes. Diligently resolving them as they arise, instead of ignoring them, allows the group to move forward, as a group. • 111 ■ 4t, E Independent No Vision ■ • ■ ■ ■ ■ I fict`i* 4 Imposed Vision .184 tio Shared Vision Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study Proposal FEE QUOTATION Based on our understanding of the scope, the Collaborative Design Group project team proposes a lump sum Professional Fee of $24,000 plus reimbursable expenses of $1,500. Fees for any additional meetings will be billed based on our hourly rate chart provided below. Total costs will not exceed $750 per meeting POSITION HOURLY RATES Principal Architect $180/hr Sr. Project Manager $155/hr Project Manager $125/hr Sr. Project Architect $125/hr Project Architect $115/hr Architect $100/hr Architectural Designer 2 $115/hr Architectural Designer 1 $85/hr Historic Preservation Specialist $125/hr Sr. Interior Designer $105/hr Project Interior Designer $95/hr Interior Designer $85/hr Design Intern $55/hr Principal Structural Engineer $180/hr Sr. Structural Engineer $125/hr Structural Engineer $110/hr Structural Engineer, ETT $100/hr Structural Designer $100/hr Roofing Specialist $135/hr Building Envelope Specialist $110/hr Construction Observer $90/hr Digital Technician $80/hr Drafter $90/hr Clerical $80/hr • • 11 s R 1 • s • • • 1 • a • 1 1 s 1 1 1 i 1 1 1 • 1 MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE AryRIMER 1fo Hisijt PROPERTIES -� �:: ► REUSE TEAMS in Minnesota PREPARED BY: Roald Everson Edited by Nancy Eubank FOR THE: State Historic Preservation Office Minnesota Historical Society (612) 296-5434 1995 Cover photo: Gideon H. Pond House (1856) , Bloomingum, Hennepin County. TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Introduction I Primer for Historic Preservation. Reuse Teams 3 To Summarize I2 Conclusion 16 Dedicated to the memory of Robert and Mary Arneson, who led the effort to preserve the Fairmont Opera House in Fairmont, Minnesota. This primer is made possible by a generous contribution from Kent and MaryDon Kislingbury and the Arneson children. INTRODUCTION Historic properties that are vacant over an extended period of time are especially vulnerable to demolition or serious deterioration. Determining a future use for these properties is an important first step in ensuring their preservation. The Minnesota Historical Society's State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) has had good results through working with communities and local citizens to conduct studies of vacant, threatened, and under -used historic properties in order to identify a range of potential new uses. This primer is an introduction to the process called the Minnesota Historic Properties Reuse Team (HPRT). The approach was patterned after a special technical assistance program developed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation called the Preservation Advisory Services Team. Johnston Hall- Seabwiy Divinity School (1888), Fan&wlt, Rice County. The Minnesota "test case" for the preservation/reuse team was Johnston Hall in Faribault, a community about 40 miles south of the Twin Cities. The last surviving building from the Seabury Divinity School, Johnston Hall was constructed in 1888 of locally quarried limestone in the Richardsonian style. The building is adjacent to the county hospital, which owned and used it for nurses training programs until 1984 when the building was declared unsafe and vacated. Demolition was imminent. The Reuse Team entered the scene in November of 1986 and after an intensive consultation period, presented its findings and recommendations. Its report demonstrated that new uses were indeed viable for Johnston Hall. In 1987 a private developer specializing in historic building rehabilitations purchased the building and adapted it for specialty medical offices. The HPRT approach has addressed a broad range of property types and situations. Studies have examined properties ranging from large n 16 e complexes of rustic log buildings in remote rural settings, to a historic tugboat in Lake Superior and grain elevators in Minneapolis. Most projects have focused on small complexes or single buildings, such as rural farmsteads, houses, commercial buildings, armories, a factory/ warehouse, a university administration building, and county and municipal buildings,. The HPRT approach cannot guarantee the preservation of a particular property, but it can provide an objective look at the threats to these properties and suggest a basis for valid decision-making in the future. Without a doubt, the team approach is an innovative and exciting direction in planning for the preservation and management of historic resources. rt EWA 111111,!;", '"iiIIIIIItIIIIh ■.1 fiR sim_ glom _�. IIIIEII ' _ 1II III! • e b 111111 ��I�IEII H&,»-ic American Buildings Survey (HAGS) drawing of the Thorstein Veblen Farmstead (ca. P875), Nerstrand vicinity, Rice County, 7 W 0 A PRIMER FOR HISTORIC PROPERTIES REUSE TEAMS IN MINNESOTA When it was new, at the turn of the century, it was the first public library in the county and the pride of its community. Built with the help of a local philanthropist, it boasted fine pressed brick from the best clays along the Mississippi River bluffs, terra cotta from Chicago for belt coursing and cornice, and oak doors locally produced from the hardwood forests of the region. More than any other building in the city, it represented the dynamic optimism and cultural values of its time and place. But the old library was abandoned in the seventies, when a new, modern facility was built to serve a growing popula- tion with different expectations. Situated in the center of town on property ripe for redevelopment, the former jewel of the community now seemed to many an obstacle to downtown commercial expansion. Its windows boarded, its paint peeling, and its walls a canvas for local graffiti artists, it mutely awaited demolition. A local citizens group urged preservation of the library, and obtained a National Register listing for the building. But the pressure for demolition increased. Building owners on either side argued that the site was too valuable to remain unused and petitioned the city to remove the old building. Community planners knew that new commercial development would add sorely needed property tax revenues and ordered their economic development officer to find a developer for the site. Library advocates were frustrated by their inability to stop a redevelop- ment process that did not consider the historic value of the property. When a developer was found and site clearance announced for the following spring, they knew they must work fast to find an alternative viable reuse plan. Tugboat Edna G. (1896). Two Harbors, I ake County, a redo preservation project. They were learning, as many others had already discovered, that historic resources often cannot be preserved unless they can once again become useful community assets. The force of law and the efforts of preservation officers cannot always protect historic properties. Even properties listed on the National Register can be lost through neglect, long-term vacancy, or the perceived community need to make way for new development. Local citizens groups attempting to save historic places are often hard- pressed to justify the protection and reuse of properties whose historic values may not be much appreciated. Even in communities that put a high value on their built environment, an empty or neglected property poses perplexing problems for local governing bodies. Legal efforts may provide temporary protection, but the property's future depends on finding a viable place in the fabric of the community. Minnesota's Historic Properties Reuse Team (HPRT) approach has been developed to help protect historic properties threatened with demolition or continued deterioration because of vacancy, neglect, or new development. The reuse team can provide a range of alternatives for communities to consider in planning the future of a historic resource. The Goals of the Consulting Team Process Are: • to understand the community issues that may affect a historic property; • to develop reuse alternatives; • to evaluate the economic and preservation merits of reuse alternatives; • to define the most viable options; and • to recommend a plan for the community to consider. u r The HPRT approach should not be thought of simply as a last resort. Any property affected by circumstances in the surrounding community or needing change to accommodate a new role is a good candidate for the team process. The reuse study team can move quickly to evaluate a prop- erty's potential and make recommendations. To assure a broad-based evaluation of the issues surrounding the property, the team is typically composed of: • design professionals; • real estate development and marketing specialists ; • local preservation or historical society representatives; and • building construction or conservation specialists. The composition of the team wilI vary according to the property under study. Other team members might include attorneys; city planners; tourism specialists; planners of specific facilities, such as medical complexes or residential developments; and representatives of groups with specific reuse pmposals already under consideration. State preservation office staff can help the community assemble a team with appropriate expertise. Territorial Prison (1851-18$6), Stillwater, Washington C:oinin, the subject of a study sprnuored by the city in 1994. The HPRT process is intensive. Crucial to its success are several days of on-site participation by all team members during which they interview community members whose local knowledge of all issues surrounding the property is invaluable. A team coordinator must arrange meeting sites and times for the interviews, assemble preliminary data needed for analysis prior to the team's arrival, and make sure the study receives adequate advance publicity in the comInuniity. A property information packet, including an outline of issues known to affect the property, should be developed by the coordinator to assist in assembling a team with appropriate knowledge and experience. The packet, which will be furnished to potential team members and the SHPO, should include: • a summary of the property's history; • an overview of local issues regarding its preservation and reuse; • any available information about its physical condition; • descriptions of reuse ideas already proposed; and • a tentative agenda for the interview phase of the reuse study; ti Old Main, University of MN - Duluth (1901) , Duluth, St. Louis County, the subject of a study in 1989-90, waslost to a fire in 1993, a tragic reminder of hes= vulnerable rable these properties are. Begin Reuse !Rudy (1-2 months) Gather preliminary data: • identify the property; • identify local issues; • determine study team composition; and • assemble team and schedule interviews. The historic significance of the property may not have been determined prior to the reuse study. If not, the study team, assisted by local historians, can make an initial evaluation of its significance in relation to established historical contexts. The team can also determine whether or not the property is a potential candidate for National Register recognition based on the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Evaluation of Historic Properties. Once the team is assembled, the on-site phase of the project can be scheduled. The coordinator has an important role in routing information packets to all participants and arranging sufficient advance notice to assure active community participation. The team may need several days in which to interview members of the community and gather the information it needs, Following the on-site interviews, the team may wish to remain in the community for another day of private consultation to define and outline their conclusions and recommendations. The reuse study report can then be written by one or twa team members or by the team coordinator. It will usually be ready for presentation to the community within a few weeks, when the team may be reassembled to present it and respond to questions. Oar -site Phase (3-5 days) Use community input interviews to; • explore economic incentives; • develop market pro formas; • define architectural constraints; • analyze community planning issues; • develop reuse alternatives; and • get feedback on preliminary options. Wendelin Grimm Farmstead (1850s1, Lakeeoum Township, Carer County, 1952 view. Market Assessment: The Key to Success The purpose of a reuse study is to define and evaluate reuse options for presentation to the community, and so provide the most reliable informa- tion available upon which to base community decisions. Once the study is completed, civic leaders can decide which options best benefit the commu- nity. The range of options will vary according to the property, and may include both those already developed in the community and those brought up for consideration by the team study. The key to the success of any reuse scenario will be its economic viability. Many historic buildings have been put to new uses only to struggle to stay in the black. Management plans for historic properties must meet the same criteria as any other property. They must produce income for continued maintenance and use. In some cases, the reuse study team may recommend mothballing the historic property. Such a recommendation suggests that minimal capital for stabilization of the property be used, saving it until the time is ripe for rehabilitation and adaptive use, This approach is preferable to demolition, which should be considered only as a last resort. Complete Reuse Study Program (24 months) • Solidify the issues; • recommend; reuse options; • produce/present reuse study report; • community feedback/team follow-up. The Joyce Estate (19177), Chippewa National Forest Itasca County; a coopera- tive project with the U.S. Forest Service. e i r h 1 Solution Action Plan: implementation The income-producing potential of a rehabilitated property may matter more to a private owner than to a public or private but nonprofit one. Thus, the reuse alternatives may include nonprofit or governmental uses, for these may operate successfully without the income needed by for-profit opera- tions. In considering a property of critical historic significance, the reuse study team may recommend that several alternative funding possibilities be explored to ensure its preservation. If the property is privately owned, the team may recommend that it be purchased by a public agency. Marketing knowledge is one of the key ingredients in an effective reuse study. In many cases, that expertise can be drawn from the ranks of real estate developers and property managers. The team specialist will, in turn, depend on the knowledge of local individuals in real estate and manage- ment to provide a solid local perspective. The specialist on the team should also be experienced in the application of state and federal tax incentives that might be relevant. Marketing of a rehabilitated historic property should not, however, be limited to local interests. Such a property can lend itself to a variety of uses, and investors may be found outside the local area. Scenarios may include not only soft uses such as retail, office, or residential space, but also, in the case of a warehouse in a commercial district with good transportation connections, manufacturing or warehousing uses. The property may also have the potential to draw tourists from the region or or even the country. A market analyst can explore such possibilities and look for potential users in other counties or even states. The marketing strategies developed by a property reuse study are often quite similar to those of other local economic development projects. Like them, reuse projects may enhance community initiatives already under way. Pine. City Naval Militia Armory (1914), Pine City, Pine County. rehabilitation. The American Institute of Architects, as well as other state and national profes- sional organizations, can provide lists of members whose practices include work on historic resources. Officials in neighboring cities can often provide names of project architects who have helped them in the management of his- toric properties. Independent preservation groups often have historical archi- tects and other professionals as meinbers who would be qualified to serve. The Architect: Evaluating the Costs of Property Rehabilitation Since historic proper- ties pose challenges that are not present in most new construction plans, it is important that the architect or design professional hired for the HPRT be experienced in the practice of historic The architect must be familiar with state and local standards that apply to historic property rehabilitation in order to evaluate reuse options with respect to the finished appearance of the project, Does the community wish the building to be restored to its original or to an evolved condition? What compromises might be made to reduce rehabilitation costs? What are the costs of mothballing a building so that it may continue vacant until a suitable use is found? The team architect must be prepared to answer these and other questions. The Core of Ilse HPRT Process: Interviews The time -intensive, on-site interview approach is the key to the success of the reuse study team. During the on -sire phase, the marketing specialist will interview local developers and real estate managers and ask them to t e 11 consider different reuse scenarios. Local government officials can be asked about local zoning and other building -use regulations, public utilities and street improvements, and the chances for public funding. Local lending institutions might be asked about their interest in funding a proposed private project. Meanwhile, the team architect may be interviewing local preservation community members to obtain their opinions on various options. If the property will require extensive specialized conservation work, community and other conservation experts may be consulted. The city building inspector can be asked about the application of local building codes, and owners of surrounding properties should be given a chance to talk about how reuse might affect their interests. Confidentiality during the interview process is needed to allow the consulting team to obtain the most candid commentary possible and seek realistic solutions. In a public hearing, local politics may prevent the team from gathering useful information that might be forthcoming if the same participants are interviewed privately. John M. Armstrong House (18861, Sr. Paul, Ramsar; County. To SUMMARIZE: Questions that relate to the preservation of a historic property can be placed in the categories of design, community/political, and economics. Most of these questions will be addressed in the team study. Design Issues • Does the physical and structural condition of the property make some reuse proposals prohibitively expensive? • Is the building readily adaptable for reuse or will it require extensive structural change? • Does its construction type limit the kinds of reuse scenarios that might be possible? • Is the historic fabric of the property intact, or will it require extensive reconstruction and restoration? • Does the redevelopment design of the property need to conform to existing historic district or National Register standards? • Is the property located in an area with buildings of similar design, or does it stand alone in a changing neighborhood? Thorstein Veblen Farmstead (ca, 18751, Nerstrani vicinity, Rice County, pictured in 1991 n e0 at time cif reuse study and after restoration was completed, opposite, in 1995. 1 Wel re Community/Political Issues • Is the local government sensitive to the problems and possibilities of preservation planning? • Does the property have a positive image in the community? • Are there significant splits in community opinion about the best course of action for the property? Do reuse scenarios conflict with existing plans that suggest other uses? • Will the property require public funding for its rehabilitation and/or for its sustained operation in the future? Can such costs be politically justified to the local constituency? • Is the property under imminent threat of demolition? • Is there broad-based local support for preservation or are only a few supporting it? • Will the redevelopment require modifications to the physical infrastructure of the community? r f e r n Economic Issues • Does the community have a healthy economic climate that could help sustain reuse? Could reuse tie into redevelopment schemes already in place? • Must the property be redeveloped as a strictly commercial venture? Can it be successfully operated at a profit? Are there practical mixed use options? • Are there historic tax credits that may be applied to redevelopment? • Would a redeveloped property compete with other local developments, or does the market have plenty of room for new development? • Are local lenders interested in financing private or mixed use plans? Do current interest rates affect redevelopment plans? The Reuse Report Following the on-site interview phase, the reuse study team prepares a report of its findings. Such a report might be formatted roughly as follows. An Introduction and Project Summary outlines the purpose of the study, describing alternative reuse scenarios, and stating the recommendations of the team. This section should also include a description of the team process and short biographies of team consultants, a site description, and a chronology and historical overview explaining the property's significance. An Issues section explains the design, political, and economic factors that affect various reuse scenarios. Here many of the questions posed by the team during interviews can be answered, and the answers will support or reject the proposed reuse options. A Financial Analysis/Pro Forma section details the expected costs of rehabilitating the property and the income it can be expected to generate. The pro forma will help determine which options are most likely to succeed in economic terms and will often effectively exclude some possibilities from .1- 1 r 1 recommendation. The analysis in this section may suggest that the property be stabilized and moth- balled for a better political or economic climate. A Recommendations/Action Plan section flows directly from the analysis of the issues surrounding the property and the figures fl P1 d !h generated for various reuse , ! 11111 "" options. Once a reuse option is 1 i 1I; 1 I recommended, the report should state the actions required by , • .. w--- various public and private 1 El LI agencies. At this point, the actual redevelopment of the property mum num. may still be far in the future, and 41111111 11111191 HMI the team's task will simply be to define the steps needed before actual planning can occur. For example, if there are -unresolved zoning issues, these should be placed high on the local zoning and pl2inning board's agenda. If the reuse plan requires local botTowing or the development of special incentives such as tax -increment financing, the details will need to be negotiated with local lenders and/or civic leaders. A need for immediate stabilization may require finding an architectural firm to develop appropriate plans and specifications. . ..1.1A11b�,'U1IIil..XXimiorataxxem Owatonna Fire Hall a 906), Owatonna, Steele County. Miscellaneous additions to the report might include graphic illustrations of the property and presentations of proposed site or building alterations, summaries of applicable state or local ordinances ranging from local design guidelines to existing local development initiatives, and examples of historic property reuses similar in scope to those proposed in the report. CONCLUSION The preservation of historic resources can be best accomplished through alliances between those who recognize the historic value of a property and those who might be able to enhance that value with appropriate rehabilita- tion strategies. The Historic Properties Reuse Team process is designed to create such alliances within a community. It is sympathetic with other well-established preservation initiatives such as the National Main Street Program. The HPRT approach recognizes that historic resources can and should be practical community assets that will increase in both historic and economic value. The report of the consulting team will snake recommendations for appropriate adaptive reuse and suggest a plan of action. It will put a property's historic value in a broader perspective and give community leaders and preservation advocates the facts and direction they need to save a part of their past. WCCO Elevator Houses No. 2 & 3 (1916/1929), Minneapolis, Hennepin County. scxtee11 The Minnesota Historical Society is a non-profit educational and cultural institution established in 1849 to preserve and share Minnesota history. The Society collects, preserves and tells the story of Minnesota's past through museum exhibits, extensive libraries and collections, historic sites, educational programs and book publishing. The Society has statutory responsibility for the state's historic preservation pro- grate. The State Historic Preservation Office advocates for the preservation of the state's irreplaceable historic and archaeological resources and provides statewide leadership in carrying out its mission to identify, evaluate, register and protect historic properties in Minnesota. Upon request, this publication can be made available in alternative formats— audiotape, large print, or computer disk. 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Purl, Minnesota, 55102-1906 1 I lwa ter H F e i R I H ACE O F M I N N E S D i At HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: December 1, 2014 REGARDING: 2015-2016 Grant Programs PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner It is the time to start discussing 2015 grant applications for work to be done 2015-2016. Attached is a list of three MHS grant programs as well as some projects outlined in the Comprehensive Plan or discussed by the HPC and/or staff. One item not listed is the 2016 annual conference held by the SHPO. Each year the SHPO hosts an annual conference in one community in Minnesota. Through informal discussions with SHPO staff, we have indicated our interest in hosting a conference in an upcoming year. SHPO staff has indicated if the HPC is willing to help coordinate this event and host it in Stillwater, a 2015 CLG grant application would need to be made to help offset the costs associated with the event. An event of this nature would draw (approximately) 200 preservation professionals to Stillwater in mid-September. While a facility that would host all participants would be needed a few times during the Wednesday evening through Saturday morning event, the conference is mostly three to four break out session held in various spaces. While downtown Stillwater will certainly be able to accommodate these guests, it will take coordination of staff and the HPC, or a committee of the HPC, to be able to host this event. The commission should discuss the identified projects for determination of 2015 grant applications and provide direction for staff to begin grant projects, including application development. water Program Deadline Amount Proiects Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage (Legacy) Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage (Legacy) Certified Local Government January 10 April 11 July 11 October 10 Pre -app: May 2 Final: June 27 Review Committee Meeting: August 14-15 Pre -app: January 25 Final: March 1 Small Grants (<$10K) Mid ($10-$50) and Large ($50,001+) S. IPlanningl Grants IMHSIMHS Grant Programs and Projects 12022014.docx • History Programs o Interpretive Programs and Public Education • Historic Preservation Projects o Heritage Tourism o Historic Properties o National Register Nominations & Local Designation o Preservation Planning o Survey and Inventory & Evaluation • History Programs o Interpretive Programs and Public Education • Historic Preservation Projects o Heritage Tourism o Historic Properties o National Register Nominations & Local Designation o Preservation Planning o Survey and Inventory & Evaluation • Historic resource surveys. • Preparation of local/national designation forms. • Historic preservation plans. • Building reuse studies. • Cultural landscape inventories. • Design guidelines for property owners. • Public education S(,...'_.0.111-7va ter H e g r g t H> A- O f M[ H N E 5 g F k Project Details Need/Rational Funding Program South Hill Tour Public Education Downtown Tour Public Education Bergstein Warehouse and Shoddy Mill Preservation and Reuse Plan Neighborhood Studies NCD Guideline Update Creation of accompanying brochures. Creation and production existing tour map brochures and potential commercial DVD. Develop rehabilitation and preservation plan for the City's barge terminal property upon completion of reuse study process • Sabin's and HR Murdock's Addition • Wilkin's Addition • Churchill Nelson 2nd Addition and Marsh's Addition • Forest Hills, Lily Lake, Fair Meadows, Sunny Slope, Oak Glen, Deer Path and Croixwood Make standards applicable to existing home renovations, additions and repairs North Hill Walking Create an audio/visual walking tour of S. IPlanningl Grants IMHSIMHS Grant Programs and Projects 12022014.docx Denied in early 2013, the City has committed to creating and producing these brochures as a part of 2013-2014 grant program. Need for two peer reviews as a part of grant application submittal. Need for two peer reviews as a part of grant application submittal. CVB to publish map and QR codes as part of 2015 Visitor's guide. Identified in MNDOT's Moritz, Bergstein Shoddy Mill and Warehouse MN Historic Property Record (March 2010) Identified as Program 2 in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan (adopted June, 2010) Identified in Comprehensive Plan to ensure historic integrity of NCD maintained. (adopted June, 2010) HPC discussed but not identified Legacy (Small < $10K) Legacy (Small < $10K) Legacy (mid to large - >$10k to $100K) and CLG City has traditionally utilized CLG but can also utilize Legacy funds for this. Funding needed based on project need. CLG and Legacy (Small) Tour Ped Plaza Plaques Hersey Bean Walls Stairs and Railings Second Street Wall Historic Storm Tunnel Assessment ,(5,,L1 lwa ter R - r _ a C E p f M[ H N E 5 fl f• the North Hill neighborhood to compliment the City's South Hill and Downtown Tours • Research for ten (10) 12" square plaques • Creation and Installation of plaques on the ped plaza pillars in Downtown • Wall stabilization • Archaeological district preservation plan Repairs and upgrades to historic stairways leading to the historic core. Railings in need of repair or replacement. The north second street wall and historic fence, bordering Pioneer Park, is in need of reconstruction. The City has a complex network of historic storm tunnels. Built of brick and some older than 100 years old, the City has spent over $200,000 in the last few years repair deteriorating or malfunctioned tunnels S. IPlanningl Grants IMHSIMHS Grant Programs and Projects 12022014.docx in past planning practices. Staff discussed Identified through St. Croix River Crossing Project in new archaeological district. 2011 Wall stabilization report for planing mill Public Works identified project; no CIP funds have been allotted. Public Works identified project; no CIP funds have been allotted. Public Works identified project; no CIP funds have been allotted. Legacy (Mid to Large) Potentially Legacy and/or CLG TBD: Discuss with SHPO staff TBD: Discuss with SHPO staff TBD: Discuss with SHPO staff