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Home My WebLink AboutHPC 1992Minnesota Historical Society 345 Kellogg Blvd. West; St. Paul, MN 55102 Request for Permission to Publish, Display, or Broadcast Reproductions of Items from the Minnesota historical Society Collections Requestor: A-►U N Address: C.1 H-dQ—LL o2 / 7% 0 A_ r� S7/ U-LIJV/i-M A_ a- a_ Type of use: A T�.i 0 A T (see list on back) Title/description: f[ �>n A l(2Q) ti TI Date of use/publication: j Author/producer: /7` /0 . I agree to abide by the conditions listed on the reverse, and to pay the use fee, if applicable. I have been authorized to act on behalf of the publisher. Publisher's name and address Requestor's signature Date PERMISSION GRANTED FOR: CONDITIONS 1) ' Credit must be given to the Minnesota Historical Society (MISS) and the creator of the item, if known. 2) The format of the credit line is indicated on the permission form. Credit lines must appear with the item or on a credit page indicating the page number and location on the page for each item. 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PERMISSION CAN BE GRANTED FOR THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF USE: Advertising Book Publishing (trade books, text books, self -published books) Broadcast (television, radio) Brochure or Pamphlet Decorative Display Exhibit Magazine or Journal Newspaper Slide Show Videotape or Videodisc Requests for electronic publishing should be forwarded to the curator of Sound and Visual Collections. ** Reproduction of items for postcards, posters, placemats, or multiples for. sale will be evaluated on a case by case basis. Ask the librarian for a "Request for Quote of Use Fee " form. PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. DR/93-12 Project Location: 100 West Pine Street Comprehensive Plan District: Public Administrative/Office, PA Applicant's Name: City of Stillwater Background: e City Council directed Staff to prepare a parking lot plan for the West Junior High site. The primary reason for preparation of a parking lot at this location is to provide parking for the CUB Foods office use across Third Street to the east. This parking lot is also planned to provide additional parking for uses on the South Hill and Downtown Stillwater. Because of the sensitive visual nature of this neighborhood with the Historic Courthouse and historic homes, extra time and additional design experience was needed to create a parking area which would blend with the surrounding structures. Three Heritage Preservation Commission members, Mike McGuire, City Staff, representatives from BWBR, the firm which designed the East Wing and the landscape architecture firm Sander, Wacker, Wherman and Bergley, (Lowell Park Master Plan designers) along with our City Engineer met three times to discuss and develop plans for a parking lot. There were some original ideas that the lot provide for recreational opportunities as well as parking but it was indicated by a neighborhood representative that this was not a neighborhood need and important to the project. Issues which were important included concealing the parking from the street and the Historic Courthouse, the orientation of pedestrian access from the Historic Courthouse and the CUB Office Building. It was important the lot provide for CUB required parking. Discussion: The proposal is to demolish the existing West Junior High School facility and construct a 160 (166 spaces shown) car parking lot. This lot will provide CUB employees parking during business hours and provide the churches and Historic Courthouse with additional parking on the South Hill. The lot will also be open to the public in the evenings and on weekends for overflow parking from the Downtown. The site plan shows how the parking will be orientated on the site. Access will be provided from collector streets, Third Street and Pine Street. Two vehicular entrances on Third Street is not recommended because of the traffic conditions on this street. Also, because of the grades on this site, internal circulation could not be accomplished by one vehicular entrance. This parcel of property is the "front" yard to the Historic Courthouse and has a strong visual presence. Landscaping,, which includes street trees, hedges, and other vegetative plants are important to buffer the lot form Third Street, Pine Street, the Historic Courthouse and various homes in the neighborhood. A sidewalk connection lines up with sidewalk extending from the front of the Courthouse, then ends at a plaza which then connects to sidewalks extending east toward Third Street and west toward Fourth Street. The lot shows approximately 166 parking spaces. This may be modified slightly as the plan develops. The CUB Foods office site will provide additional parking spaces on its site. Recommendation: Review an approval of parking lot site plan with conditions. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. A final an scape plan showing plant type, size and location shall be submitted for review by the Design Review Committee before construction permits are issued. 2. A lighting plan showing light location, height and type of fixture and light intensity plan shall be submitted for review and approval before construction permits are issued. 3. Comments from the Design Review Committee shall be incorporated in the final design of the project. Landscape items, including the wall facing material, fencing, paving material and plant material shall be submitted and reviewed by the Design Review Committee. Also, the design of the plaza area. 4. The design of benches and trash receptacles shall be reviewed by the Design Review Committee before construction permits are issued. Attachment: P ans DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Approval as con itione . 20 ' ter a� THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - November 2, 1992 DESIGN REVIEW 2. Case No. DR/92-30 - Design Review for a thirty square foot wall sign at 310 South Main Street in the Historic Commerical District. Jane] Belz, Applicant. 3. Heritage Preservation Commission member appointments and reappointments: Jeff Johnson, Howard Lieberman and Marlene Workman. 4. OTHER BUSINESS CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. DR/92-30 Project Location: 310 South Main Street Comprehensive Plan District: Central Business District Zoning District: CBD Applicant's Name: Janel Belz Type of Application: Design Review PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Design review for a sign permit for a thirty square foot sign. DISCUSSION: The request is to place a thirty square foot wall sign above the first floor entrance at 310 South Main Street (Flowers by JDB). The applicants have stated their lettering is within the twenty square foot area allowable. They have twenty four square feet of frontage on Main Street and are allowed twenty four square feet of signage. There is no sign band on the store frontage in which this sign will be placed. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The pink sign flag shall be removed. 2. No other signage is allowed. RECOMMENDATION: Approval. FINDINGS: The Heritage Preservation Commission must determine if this signage is within the square footage allowable by the Sign Ordinance (twenty four square feet). The color and materials meet the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines and Preservation Ordinance. ATTACHMENT: - Sign Plan. PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. DRZ92-30 Project Location: 310 South Main Street Comprehensive Plan District: Central Business District Zoning District: CBD Applicant's Name: Jane] Belz Type of Application: Design Review PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Design review for a sign permit for a thirty square foot sign. DISCUSSION: The request is to place a thirty square foot wall sign above the first floor entrance at 310 South Main Street (Flowers by JDB). The applicants have stated their lettering is within the twenty square foot area allowable. They have twenty four square feet of frontage on Main Street and are allowed twenty four square feet of signage. There is no sign band on the store frontage in which this sign will be placed. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The pink sign flag shall be removed. 2. No other signage is allowed. RECOMMENDATION: Approval. FINDINGS: The Heritage Preservation Commission must determine if this signage is within the square footage allowable by the Sign Ordinance (twenty four square feet). The color and materials meet the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines and Preservation Ordinance. ATTACHMENT: - Sign Plan. 4- Z 0 0 Jeff and Debra Johnson Invite you to their hums at 309 South Fifth. Street for .a little Christmas Cheer after the HPO Meeting on December 7, 19,92 Hoge you can make it! Happy Holidays 0 ru 'wpm) (612) 430,VW BUSINESS (612) 430.1M RESIDENCE KATHERINE B. FRANCIS, GRI Edina Realiym Multi-Million Dollar Producer St. Croix Valley Office 124 S. 2nd Street Stillwater, MN 55082 0 � � � � � v ;�� STILLWATER HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT TO MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY, STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE Local Designation: No local designations were made during the 1991-1992 Federal Fiscal Year. It would be premature to conduct local designations because the local historic context study has not been completed. Also, immediate issues such as design review and park planning have taken much of the Heritage Preservation Commission's time. Design Review Permits: The Heritage Preservation Commission reviewed approximately thirty three design review permits between October 1, 1991 and September 29, 1992 according to the intent of the Preservation Ordinance, Design Review Ordinance and Sign Ordinance. A summary of these cases and the findings of each case includes the following: 1. Case No. DR/91-15 - A resubmission for sign permit for a wall sign eighteen inches by eighty inches at 216 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Deborah Ash, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Preservation Ordinance Downtown Design Guidelines and Sign Ordinance. APPROVED. Note: The applicant decided not to change signage after approval was given. 2. Case No. DR/91-18 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a six square foot wall sign facing Union Alley at 221 East Chestnut Street in the Historic Commercial District. Roger Kastelle, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Preservation Ordinance, Downtown Design Guidelines and Sign Ordinance. APPROVED. 3. Case No. DR/91-19 - Design Review for a sign permit for a thirty inch by seven feet blue and white wall sign at 101 East Myrtle Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Jim Isdahl, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines and Preservation Ordinance. APPROVED. 4. Case No. DR/91-20 - Design Review for a sign permit for an eleven foot by two foot wall sign for a business within the Staples Mill Complex at 402 North Main Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Joan Streuber, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines and Sign Ordinance. APPROVED. Ms. Strueber was asked to remove a non -conforming sign she had placed outside the building. 5. Case No. DR/91-21 - Design Review for two duplexes at 310 North Second Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Nedegaard Construction Company, Inc., Applicant. This case was a Planned Unit Development prol'ect which was conditioned for Design Review. Also, this site was in the Downtown Plan Area. 1 Discussion: This case was reviewed two times by the Heritage Preservation Commission. Issues the Commission felt were important on this case were the compatibility of the structure with the neighborhood, design of the structures in relationship to the lots, proportion and color. The North Second Street area is sensitive due to the character of the homes which abut Downtown Stillwater. Findings: After two meetings on this case, the colors were approved along with design detail. These plans met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines. 6. Case No. DR/91-22 - Design Review for a sign plan for the Fina Gas Station at 103 North Main Street in the Downtown Plan Area. John Ogren, Applicant. Discussion: The proposal for this sign plan did not meet the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines; however, the sign regulation has a separate section for gas stations. The applicant and the Heritage Preservation Commission met two times on this case. It was finally agreed that the sign plan would include two wall signs, one facing Water Street and one facing Main Street, the replacement of the free-standing sign, graphic on the canopy. Internally illuminated. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Sign Ordinance for gas stations. APPROVED. 7. Case No. DR/91-23 - Design Review for valet parking signs throughout downtown Stillwater. CBF International, Applicant. Findings: The letter type and sign copy of the signs met the intent of the Downtown Sign Ordinance and Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 8. Case No. DR/92-1 - Design Review permit for a sign program for a multiple use commercial structure at 114 East Chestnut Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Duane and Martha Hubbs, Applicants. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Sign Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 9. Case No. DR/92-2 - Design Review for a sign permit for a twenty five square foot wall sign at 318 North Main Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Albert Mitchell, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Sign Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 10. Case No. DR/92-3 & 92-17 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a twenty six square foot wall sign facing Main Street and a twenty six square foot sign facing Myrtle Street along with a projecting camera graphic and infill columns and planters. Colors were submitted at a later date (DR/92-17) consisting of forest green and burgundy. 2 Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Preservation Ordinance, Sign Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 11. Case No. DR/92-4 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a twelve foot by two foot wall sign at 103 North Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Kristin and Jeffery Klemstrud, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Sign Ordinance, Preservation Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 12. Case No. DR/92-5 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a six square foot (antique) sign for Midtown Antique Mall at 214 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. MIke Kranz, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Sign Ordinance, Preservation Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 13. Case No. DR/92-6 - Design review for the construction of a garage at 204 North Third Street. Stillwater Water Department, Applicant. Discussion: The Water Department was demolishing a garage constructed in 936. This garage was not large enough to accommodate water trucks and other vehicles. The Water Board felt a new garage would fit their future needs. The Heritage Preservation Commission felt the new garage should be architecturally sensitive to the existing Water Department building constructed in 1891. The following are the recommended conditions which were sent to the City Council as part of a variance requested for the garage. 1. The window style should match the existing garage. 2. Dormer should be incorporated on the roof line. 3. The trim should be black. 4. Dormers shall be placed on the other garage which was constructed in 1989. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Preservation Ordinance, Downtown Design Guidelines and Sign Ordinance. APPROVED. The City Council approved the variance request on this proposal. They did remove the conditions for the dormer features. 15. Case No. DR/92-8 - Design Review for a facade restoration at 308 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Bob Lillyblad, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Preservation Ordinance and Sign Ordinance. NOTE: The applicants were approved for a traditional wood storefront. They received a building permit based on the plans approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. To our surprise, a metal storefront was installed. They then proceeded to paint the storefront red based on an approved color from a small swatch. 3 16. Case No. DR/92-9 - Design Review for a sign permit for a twenty four square foot wall sign at 224 East Chestnut Street in the Historic Commercial District. Don Melander, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines ancF Preservation Ordinance. The color of the sign was not appropriate. APPROVED with removal of a twelve square foot projecting sign which was placed without a sign permit. 17. Case No. DR/92-10 - Design Review for a facade renovation at 112 South Main Street and infill panels for 118-126 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Mike Lynskey, Applicant. Findings: The concept was approved for 118-126 South Main along with the renovation of 112 South Main Street. Ann Pung-Terwedo reviewed color. The proposal met the intent of the Preservation Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 18. Case No. DR/92-11 - Design Review for a new fence in the Courtyard area at the Grand Garage, 324 South Main Street, in the Historic Commercial District. Kevin LaCasse, Applicant. Findings: Mr. LaCasse did not submit sufficient information on materials. The concept met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines and Preservation Ordinance. APPROVED. 19. Case No. Dr/92-12 - Design Review for a sign permit for a six square foot projecting sign at 220 East Chestnut Street in the Historic Commercial District. Laurel Arnold, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines, Preservation Ordinance and Sign Ordinance. APPROVED. 20. Case No. DR/92-13 - Design Review for the placement of an orange and brown striped awning at 132 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Lyle Anderson, Applicant. Findings: The awning proposal met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines and Preservation Ordinance. APPROVED. (Later changed color on September 10, 1992) Blue and white. APPROVED. 21. Case No. DR/92-14 - Design Review for a sign permit for a thirty square foot sign to be mounted on a pole. The property is located at 501 North Main Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Roanne Axdahl, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines and Sign Ordinance. APPROVED. 22. Case No. DR/92-15 - Design Review for a sign permit to place a twenty four square foot sign to be mounted below an overhang. The property is located at 501 North Main Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Dan Nelson, Applicant. Fi-ndiin�s: The proposal met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines anT Preservation Ordinance. APPROVED. 4 23. Case No. DR/92-16 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of an "open" flag at 209 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Seasons Tique, Applicant. Findings: The applicant needs to identify that his business is open. Jeff Johnson suggested a small "open' sign be placed below the projecting sign. Recommendation: Work with Seasons Tique on an appropriate "open" sign. 24. Case No. DR/92-17 - See Case No. DR/92-3. 25. Case No. DR/92-18 - Design Review for a Boat Plaza development for the St. Croix Boat and Packet Company. Dick Anderson, Applicant. Discussion: Major elements to the pan included a kiosk, a paver brick are, a deck area, benches and landscaping. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines at a concept level. The applicant's representative was requested to submit samples of the benches, kiosk, and landscaping for final review.s In August, benches, fencing and landscaping were placed on the site. This was done by the applicant who was aware that these elements needed to be reviewed. The Heritage Preservation Commission did feel the benches were appropriate for the site. At this time, a formal letter has been submitted by the Heritage Preservation Commission to the City Council stating their concerncs. 26. Case No. DR/92-19- Design Review permit for an adaptive reuse project of the historic kiln at Staples Mill which is on the National Register of Historic places. The property is located at 501 North Main Street in the Downtown Plaza Area. Monty Brine, Applicant. Findings: The proposed adaptive reuse project met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines and Preservation Ordinance along with the Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. APPROVED. 27. Case No. DR/92-20 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a six square foot projecting sign at 118 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Tracey Mazanec, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Sign Ordinance, Preservation Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 28. Case No. DR/92-21 - Design Review for a sign permit for a six square foot projecting sign, a twenty eight square foot wall sign and new paint colors (forest green and burgundy) at 215 South Main Street,in the Historic Commercial District. Dan Gremestrud, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Preservation Ordinance, Sign Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 5 29. Case No. DR/92-22 - Design Review for a sign permit for new signage at 213 East Chestnut Street in the Historic Commercial District. Chris Humphrey, Applicant. Findings: Staff did not feel the proposal was appropriate for the First Star Bank (old First National). The applicant stated they would resubmit a new sign plan at a later date. 30. Case No. DR/92-24 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a twenty five square foot wall sign and improvement to a structure (white paint with forest green awnings) at 501 North Main Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Susan Sabongi, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Sign Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 31. Case No. DR/92-25 - Design Review for a sign permit for a six square foot projecting sign (green and off-white) at 221 East Chestnut Street in the Historic Commercial District. Nancy Stone, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Preservation Ordinance, Sign Ordinance, Sign Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. 32. Case No. DR/92-26 - Design Review/Variance for a sign permit for three signs for Wolf Pass Gallery located in the Vittorio's (Wolf Brewery) Complex at 402 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Sondra Gozzi, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines, Preservation Ordinance and Sign Ordinance. APPROVED. This has been only the second sign variance given in the Downtown in the past three years. 33. Case No. DR/92-27 - Design Review for a sign permit for a ten square foot wall sign at 124 South Second Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Cynthia Hagle, Applicant. Findings: The proposal met the intent of the Sign Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. APPROVED. Heritage Preservation Commission Members Jeff Johnson, Chairperson Marlene Workman, Representative of the Washington County Historical Society. Tim Stefan Shawn Draper Bob Kimbrel, Vice Chairperson Katherine B. Francis Howard Lieberman (Resume attached) History Conference May 29-30, 1992 Katherine Francis, Tim Stefan and Ann Terwedo attended the History Conference. Bridge Plaque Olson Construction mounted the National Register Plaque on the Historic Stillwater Lift Bridge in October. Rivertown Restoration had donated funds to purchase the plaque. 0 CLG Grant applicant, Submission, Approval by Historic Society Board, Contractor. The Heritage Preservation Commission submitted a CLG grant of $3,250 in order to conduct a context study for the Historic Resource Section of the Comprehensive Plan. It will also guide in future local designations of historic sites and provide goals and objectives for the Heritage Preservation Commission. The grant was awarded in February with the grant contract signed in the Spring. An RFP was sent out in August. Robert Vogel was hired as contractor for the project. Downtown Stillwater Brochure: The Heritage Preservation Commission has been conducting additional research on Downtown Stillwater buildings for a brochure. Downtown Plan Action Committee Jeff Johnson was appointed as a representative of the Heritage Preservation Commission on the Downtown Plan Action Committee. This committee has representation on various City committees and commissions, Downtown businesses, and local residents. This group is a working committee on Downtown projects. Stillwater Magazine 1992 The Stillwater Magazine's Downtown walking tour was updated. MTM, Engine 328 Leaving Stillwater The Heritage Preservation Commission sent a letter to the Minnesota Transportation Museum in regard to Stillwater's Engine 328 leaving Stillwater. Attached are letters of response. Stillwater Junior High Adaptive Reuse Study Tim Stefan, representing the Heritage Preservation Commission, served on the Task Force on Adaptive Reuse Study of the West Wing of the Junior High School sponsored by the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota. Ann Pung-Terwedo and Steve Russell also served on this committee. The Heritage Preservation Commission was also invited to take part in the interview process. Stillwater Bridge Disposition A letter of concern was sent to Commissioner Denn/MnDOT and the Department of Interior about the disposition of the Historic Stillwater Lift Bridge. Attached is the letter and response. Lowell Park Plan/Levee Wall The Heritage Preservation Commission conducted historic research on the early development of Lowell Park. They also reviewed the design elements of the plan. This park plan was originally developed between 1914-1918 by Morel l and Nichols. The park and Levee Wall are part of the Downtown Commercial Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The intent of the newer plan was to recall the original park plan while allowing for today's park uses. The Heritage Preservation Commission spent four meetings working on this plan. Downtown Project Review Task Force Tim Stefan and BobKim rel were appointed to the Downtown Review Task Force. This committee was established to review new projects in the community such as a hotel complex, apartments, a parking ramp and a new grocery store. 7 rXARD L. LIEBERMAN 190 Warren Street Brooklyn, Ncw York 11201 (212) 522-3469 - EMPLOYMENT Kramer, Lcvin, Ncsscn, Karnin & Frankel, New York, New York Associate, February 1982 - June 1984 Duties include work in all areas of corpora 1940 Act, mergers and acquisitions, levera money market fund development. Spcciali: erage industry. Marshall, Bratter, Greene, Allison & Tu ,kct, 1934 Act, and domestic alcoholic bev- •k Summer Associate, June 1979 - August 197: Associate, August 1980 - February 1982 Duties included work in all areas of domestic Laxation, legislative lobbying and tax planning in conjunction with real estate and corporate transactions. Robert Fcinschreibcr & Associates, New York, New York Research Associate, June 1976 - September 1978 (fit summers) Duties included domestic and international tax rescarch. International Tax Journal, New York; New York Assistant Editor, Junc 1976 - September 1978 (f1t summers) Duties included editing international tax articles. EDUCATION Hofstra University School of Law J.D. May 1980 Honors: Articles Editor, Hofstra Law Rcvicw Research Assistant to Professor A. Twerski, 1978-79 Columbia Univcrsity School of International Affairs Masters in International Affairs, October 1978 Specialization: International Ec unumics Honors: Research Assistant, Institute of War and Peace Studies, 1976-77 Editor, Journal of International Affairs Quecns College (C.U.N.Y.) B.A. June 1976 Summa cum laude Honors. Dean's List all scmcstcrs Eeonomicz honors Society Research Assistant, Economics Department, 1975-76 MISCELL4NEOUS Strong working knowledge: of brunch Expert level knowledge of foreign and domestic wines Teacher of w inc apprcciaciun cuunsc: for profc-ssionals REFERENCES Av2ilahle upon request i 11�j �. Minnesota Transportation Museum �1 I, . . JOHN W. DIERS, Chairman 2500 W. 54th Street Minneapolis, MN 55410 March 12,1992 Jeff Johnson, Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, City Hall, 216 North 4th, Stillwater, Minnesota, 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: The Museum is disappointed that it will not be a regular part of Stillwater's summer in 1992. Our association over the past 10 years has been very important to the Museum and its membership. We will, as I stated in my letter to Mayor Abrahamson, make every effort to be present for Stillwater's Lumberjack Days. Regrettably our operation will have to confined to the Stillwater city limits due to the Washington County Ordinance. Availability of 328 is questionable at this time. Because of the lengthy legal battle with Washington County, the Museum has no funds to make repairs to the locomotive. Approximately $15,000 would be required to make 328 run in 1992. Various foundations associated with Andersen Corporation will be approached for assistance. We are also considering a request to the City of Stillwater and its business community for help with 328. Any help which appreciated. Sincerely, OA�/ John W. Diers your organization could provide would be much Inc. i 11Vj j Minnesota Transportation Museum, Inc. t1Y1 � P.O. Box 1796, Pioneer Station, St. Paul, MN 55101-0796 Accredited by the Minnesota Historical Society City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Jeff Johnson, Chairman 216 N. Fourth St. Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Jeff: In response to your letter concerning the activities of the M.T.M. and Engine #328 in Stillwater for 1992, we have enclosed a copy of "Locomotive & Railway Preservation" which features #328 on the cover and includes an extensive article on the history of M.T.M. beginning on page 34. Specific historical infor- mation and a 1947 photo of #328 are on page 41. As you Rnow our plans for Stillwater are limited this summer. #328 currently requires repairs which will cost several thousands of dollars before she will be able to-operate:.-N`IM-has applied to the Anderson Foundation for a grant of funds for that specific purpose. The Anderson company and PtTM have had a long and successful relationship, so we hope they will be of some assistance. MTM is in contact with the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce to hopefully coordinate participation in this years LumberJack Days festival. MTM is also also keeping posted,through Stillwater members, on the City's plans to celebrate a Sesquicentennial in 1993. MTM appreciates the support received from the City of Stillwater in the past and looks towards future possiblities for railroading in Stillwater. Please share thisccmmunication with your fellow commission members and circulate this letter and magazine to Mayor Abrahamson and the city planning staff. Sincerely, Mark S. Balay member, Stillwate Depot Committee cc: John Diers, Bob Thompson P RESERVATION ALLIANCE of Minnesota May 27, 1992 Mr, .Jeff Johnson Historic Preservation Commission City of Stillwater 216 N. 4th Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: - School District #834 and the City. of Stil.lwater have secured the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota to conduct a reuse study of the West Wing of the Stillwater Junior High School at West Pine and 3rd Street. The Consultation Team will be on -site June 12-13. During this two-day period there will be three interview sessions when meetings with members of the Stillwater community will be scheduled. The Executive Board of the Alliance invites you and the other members of the Commission to participate in -this interview process. Tf you wish to participate as a group, or individually, please call the Historic. Courthouse in Stillwater at 430-6233, and indicate your choice of time: June 12: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 2 p.m.-4 p.m. June 13: 10 a.m.-12:00 noon The interviews will be approximately 15 minutes in length. We look forward to meeting you and we thank you for your interest. Very truly yours, 6F��YQM 6QJ�� Rolf Anderson President Post Office Box 582804 � Miniicapoliy, Minnesota 55459-2804 �l Ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA May 5, 1992 Commissioner James Denn Minnesota Department of Transportation 395 John Ireland Blvd. St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 Dear Commissioner Denn: The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, established my local ordinance and identified by the Minnesota Historical Society, is concerned with the disposition of the existing Stillwater/Houlton Interstate Bridge once it has been determined when a new bridge will be built over the St. Croix River. We would like to emphasize that the Historic Lift Bridge is part of the cultural integrity of the riverway along with the Stillwater Downtown Historic Commercial District which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Department of Interior has ignored their obligation to identify and preserve our cultural history which is just as important as the natural, scenic bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley. The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission hopes that the Minnesota Department of Transportation can prioritize its efforts as part of the new bridge project in order to pursue all possible solutions to preserve the Historic Lift Bridge. We believe that there are many opportunities which will benefit local transportation while keeping the cultural heritage of our community as a significant visual monument over the St. Croix River. If you need assistance from our Commission in the future, please contact Steve Russell at 439-6121. Sincerely, Jeff Johnson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 May 11, 1992 THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA Edward D. Carlin Regional Director United States Department of Interior National Park Service Midwest Region 1709 Jackson Street Omaha, Nebraska 68102-2571 Dear Mr. Carlin: The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission in Stillwater, Minnesota, a Certified Local Government by the National Park Service according to the National Historic Preservation Amendments Act of 1980 (P.L.96-515), is very concerned and disappointed in the Department of Interior's (DOI) comments and Position on the removal of the existing historic Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge once a new bridge is constructed over the St. Croix River. You have stated removal of the bridge would enhance the historic character of Stillwater by eliminating traffic congestion and noise caused by the present bridge. This reasoning of the DOI ignores the visual image of the bridge and its distinct features which compliment the historic flavor of the community we are trying to preserve. The traffic congestion which will be eliminated by building a new bridge will extend the life of the historic bridge thereby preserving its future. This lift bridge is one of two lift bridges remaining in Minnesota and therefore is of rare cultural significance. The National Park Service has also failed to realize the environmental consequences in removal of the historic bridge on endangered species. Protected by the Federal Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, (16USC1531-1543) includes the Higgen's Eye/Pearly Mussel known to exist in the St. Croix River. These mussels were found in the shelter of an existing bridge which was removed downstream and were unsuccessfully relocated when the bridge was removed. Our Downtown Stillwater Commercial Historic District, which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, includes sixty three contributing buildings, three contributing structures, one contributing object and two contributed sites. Of these historic resources, our Levee Wall and Lowell Park are on the St. Croix River. These sites were developed during the same period the Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge was constructed. The visual incorporation of the bridge entrance, the Levee Wall, and Lowell Park bring the City of Stillwater into the riverway as a cultural resource. The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act states "It is hereby declared to be the policy of the United States that selected rivers of the Nation which with their immediate environments possess outstanding remarkable scenic, recreational, CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 Edward Carlin Regional Director United States Department of Interior Page Two geological, fish and wildlife, historic and cultural or other similar values shall be preserved in free -flowing condition and trust they and their immediate environments be protected for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations." The Stillwater/Houlton Bridge on the St. Croix River and the Downtown Stillwater Commercial Historic District integral of these immediate environments need to be preserved. We would also point out this section of the river is the recreational area that encourages the development of public roads, boat launches and cultural development with no restriction on the placement or number of bridge structures. It is the Department of Interior's responsibility to consider historic and cultural resources in the protection and preservation of our recreationally designated Wild and Scenic River system. Stillwater and the Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge are important resources along the river which should not be ignored. The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission urges the Department of Interior not to neglect their statutory responsibility to address the protection of our Nation's historic resources and to convey the intent of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act for a recreational designated segment of the St. Croix River without preference or bias. We hope you will recognize the bridge as part of historic integrity of Stillwater as shown on the attached postcard. Thank you for your time. Si e ely, Je Johnson, Chairperson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission JJ/sm United States Department of the Interior NATIONAL PARK SERVICE IN REPLY REFER TO: L7619(MWR-PQ) ER 90/354 MIDWEST REGION 1709 JACKSON STREET OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68102-2571 Mr. Jeff Johnson Chairperson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission City Hall, 216 North Fourth Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: ■ TAKEN � CNA'� t ■ JUN 1 6 1992 Thank you for your letter of May 11 to Acting Regional Director Edward D. Carlin expressing your concern for preservation of the existing historic bridge between Stillwater, Minnesota, and Houlton, Wisconsin. The Department of the Interior (DOI) has responded to the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) discussion of alternatives to solve the local peak hour congestion problem at the existing bridge by recommending in its July 10, 1990, letter of comment that the No -Build Alternative be selected to solve this problem. Our Department defined this alternative as 11the institution of intensive traffic system management (TSM) measures, the maintenance of the existing historically significant lift bridge for its safe life (approximately 5-15 years), then rehabilitation (or reconstruction) of the old bridge." The DOI made specific recommendations concerning a TSM study and implementation of TSM measures on page 2 of the July 10 letter. It was also stated on page 2 that "any change in this situation should be based on coordinated regional planning that includes multi -agency and citizen input as a first step to identify land uses in the area between U.S.-8 and U.S.-63." As the DOI noted in its November 21, 1990, letter to the Honorable rally Abrahamsen, Mayor of Stillwater, (copy enclosed): "We stated subsequently in our July 10 letter that if a decision to construct a new crossing should be made, we would recommend the old bridge be removed." A decision by the FHWA to construct any new crossing - bridge or tunnel --would be made against the specific recommendations of our Department. We believe our November 21, 1990, letter to Mayor Abrahamsen describes our vital concern with the historic setting of the entire riverway, which includes a cultural resource complex of a number of interrelated historic elements up and down the river's length. Thank) you for your interest resources. We look forward to the final statement. Sincerely, —v Don H. Cas eberry Regional Director Enclosure also noted in our November r letter that ��re have urged the FHi�TA to ;•rock State Historic Preservation 0ffnC2sinScomplia ceboth withTlcultuota ral losely with theguidance iovide your protection mandates. We urge You to p' ad Wisconsin to provide consultation an g r the full range °- asources identification and p �i resources, including the historic xpertisa and comments to theSallfculturs_in determining evaluate the impacts on mpacts of all alternatives on the FHWA as described in )ridge. Our Department will the teb°selected by heFHour comments on ;uch resources of the preferred, alternative and Fro bill be able to shape she final environmental statemnt, the final statement accordingly. i�pacts on Federally listed for determining and mitigating Federal agancy sponsoring a The responsibility with the Fe Sa species lies for commenting on FH••A threatened and endangered sp The responsibility nd ,hrildl;fe project, in this instance the FHWA. liance �•rith the Endangered Species fcr�NardAct stolahthorouah DOI rav1ew of the comp rr1e loo ii survey and Service of this Department. ard,�rhich should include a__ of provisions for i.7pact mitigation recc,::.lended by final environmental statement in this regard, planning data and description the following Office: I,Is . Lynn Lewis Field Supervisor dlife Ser-rice (ES-TCFO) U.S. Fish and Wil 4101 East SOth Street Bloomington, elinnesota 55420 in the protection and preservation of receiving a copy of your comments to the cultural FHWA on i I 1water, THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - October 5, 1992. �..- I A) U � S DESIGN REVIEW 2. Case No. SUP/92-52 - Design Review for construction of a lumberyard with outside storage. The property is located on the west side of Washington Avenue between Curve Crest Boulevard and West Orleans Street. Washington County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Applicants. OTHER BUSINESS 3. Final Lowell Park Plan presentation. 4. Stillwater Historic Context Study (Comprehensive Plan). Bob Vogel, Contractor. Ala l d� r co- � 5cLuct- e.._ Y , C-C- S c� CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 Z� q-a 5 - t{-�E- C- b d F � - �zS 4-0-r ( VtKcr VII" Seater OO� — THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMO TO: Design Review Committee From: Ann Pung-Terwedo, Planner Date: October 28, 1992 Subject: Case No. SUP/92-52 The plan review gives an outline of a proposal for the new United Building Center on Washington Avenue. In 1988, when the West Business Park was adopted, Design Review was incorporated for the area based on input and concerns from property owners and the West Business Park Task Force. This section of the Business Park Plan is included for your review of plans and elevations. This proposal is a Special Use Permit. One of the conditions of approval for the request is that it be reviewed by the Design Review Committee for consistency with the West Business Park Design Guidelines before Council decision. Well, you are the only Design Review Committee for the City. When the Planning Commission reviewed the proposal at their October 12, 1992 meeting, they felt very strongly that this plan should meet the West Business Park Design Standards. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. SUP/92-52 Planning Commission Meeting: October 12, 1992 Project Location: On Washington Avenue between Curve Crest Blvd. & Orleans. Comprehensive Plan District: Industrial Park. Zoning District: Business Park Industrial Applicant's Name: Washington County Housing & Redevelopment Authority. Type of Application: Special Use Permit Project Description: Request to operate a lumberyard with outside storage in the Business Park Industrial District, BP -I. nicriiccinn- The request is to construct a lumberyard and building center. The building includes 23,625 square feet of covered warehouse space, 50,000 square feet of outside storage, and 7,200 square feet of office/retail space. (See attached letters.) A paved outside display area is provided next to the retail space. Currently, 80-85% of the building center's sales are to building contractors. A Special Use Permit is required because of the outside storage area and a determination that the lumberyard use is appropriate for the BP -I district. The use is not listed, but of the Industrial Park districts (office, commercial and industrial) the industrial district is most appropriate for the use. The lumberyard use would be similar to a nursery. (See attached BP -I regulations.) The plans show 71 car parking spaces in three areas. This number is in excess of the required parking for an office/warehouse use (60 spaces). The plans will be reviewed by the Design Review Committee of the City, based on the West Business Park design guidelines. The warehouse building will have a perimeter foundation with floating slab floor. The building will have metal siding and roof. No lighting plan has been provided. A wall sign is shown on the front of the sales area building. The maximum sign area for the building is 90 square feet. RECOMMENDATION: Approval with conditions. PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. SUP/92-52 - Continued CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. Maximum sign area shall be 90 square feet. 2. The project design shall be reviewed by the Design Review Committee for consistency with the West Business Park design guidelines before Council decision. 3. A lighting plan shall be submitted for Community Development approval. The light source shall not be seen from off site and light shall be directed down. 4. The plans shall be reviewed by the City Engineer and comments incorporated into the final development plans. 5. The project shall meet Stillwater West Business Park design standards. 6. 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The Commission was concerned that the structure and amenities, such as street furniture, be of appropriate design and materials that would be sensitive to the historic nature of the existing waterfront park and provide continuity as park development moved southward. There was strong belief that much care be taken with this project since it is City property. One of the conditions for permit approval (see attached minutes) was that the proposed bench design be replaced with one that was more traditional. A photocopy of a more appropriate design style of wood and case iron was given to Jay Michels, your representative, at that meeting. Upon inspection of the completed project, it was discovered the above permit condition has not been followed. Instead, without knowledge of the City Planning Department or the Preservation Commission, formed concrete benches and table were installed. The materials and style are inappropriate and not in keeping with the overall concept for waterfront development. They are in violation of the spirit, intent and agreement of the permit. It is the recommendation of the Preservation Commission that the concrete benches and table be removed at Packet Company expense and appropriate ones be installed. Is is expected there will be compliance prior to the 1993 excursion season. The City Planning Department has resource material available to assist you with an appropriate choice. There has been a very cooperative spirit between the Packet Company and the City. We trust you will rectify the non-compliance now that it has been brought to your attention. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 �l stern THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION DATE: SEPTEMBER 23, 1992 SUBJECT: PLAZA DESIGN FOR ANDIAMO BOATS. Background: The Heritage Preservation Commission at its September 10, 1992 meeting passed a motion to send the enclosed letter to the Anderson Packet Company because of non-compliance with the conditions specified in the permit granted for the plaza construction. The Commission was particularly concerned that appropriate design and materials be used since this plaza was constructed on City property. Construction on City owned land must, especially, have permit compliance if we expect others to also comply. Enclosed are the supporting documents. Request: The Commission requests the City Council co-sign the letter to help rectify the matter. It would assist the Commission to follow through on the duties assigned by the City Council in the Heritage Preservation Ordinance. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 a ii '11NW" ter THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DRAFT - LETTER TO ANDERSON AND EXCURSION COMPANY. Dear Mr. Anderson: At the June 1, 1992 meeting of the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, the Andiamo Excursion and Packet Company presented a proposal for a plaza for your riverfront operation for design review and permit approval. The Commission was concerned that the structure and amenities, such as street furniture, be of appropriate design and materials that would be sensitive to the historic nature of the existing waterfront park and provide continuity as park development moved southward. There was strong belief that much care be taken with this project since it is City property. One of the conditions for permit approval (see attached minutes) was that the proposed bench design be replaced with one that was more traditional. A photocopy of a more appropriate design style of wood and case iron was given to Jay Michels, your representative, at that meeting. Upon inspection of the completed project, it was discovered the above permit condition has not been followed. Instead, without knowledge of the City Planning Department or the Preservation Commission, formed concrete benches and table were installed. The materials and style are inappropriate and not in keeping with the overall concept for waterfront development. They are in violation of the spirit, intent and agreement of the permit. It is the recommendation of the Preservation Commission that the concrete benches and table be removed at Packet Company expense and appropriate ones be installed. Is is expected there will be compliance prior to the 1993 excursion season. The City Planning Department has resource material available to assist you with an appropriate choice. There has been a very cooperative spirit between the Packet Company and the City. We trust you will rectify the non-compliance now that it has been brought to your attention. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 S 0 1 Ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION DATE: SEPTEMBER 23, 1992 SUBJECT: PLAZA DESIGN FOR ANDIAMO BOATS. Background: The Heritage Preservation Commission at its September 10, 1992 meeting passed a motion to send the enclosed letter to the Anderson Packet Company because of non-compliance with the conditions specified in the permit granted for the plaza construction. The Commission was particularly concerned that appropriate design and materials be used since this plaza was constructed on City property. Construction on City owned land must, especially, have permit compliance if we expect others to also comply. Enclosed are the supporting documents. Request: The Commission requests the City Council co-sign the letter to help rectify the matter. It would assist the Commission to follow through on the duties assigned by the City Council in the Heritage Preservation Ordinance. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 Ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DRAFT - LETTER TO ANDERSON AND EXCURSION COMPANY. Dear Mr. Anderson: At the June 1, 1992 meeting of the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, the Andiamo Excursion and Packet Company presented a proposal for a plaza for your riverfront operation for design review and permit approval. The Commission was concerned that the structure and amenities, such as street furniture, be of appropriate design and materials that would be sensitive to the historic nature of the existing waterfront park and provide continuity as park development moved southward. There was strong belief that much care be taken with this project since it is City property. One of the conditions for permit approval (see attached minutes) was that the proposed bench design be replaced with one that was more traditional. A photocopy of a more appropriate design style of wood and case iron was given to Jay Michels, your representative, at that meeting. Upon inspection of the completed project, it was discovered the above permit condition has not been followed. Instead, without knowledge of the City Planning Department or the Preservation Commission, formed concrete benches and table were installed. The materials and style are inappropriate and not in keeping with the overall concept for waterfront development. They are in violation of the spirit, intent and agreement of the permit. It is the recommendation of the Preservation Commission that the concrete benches and table be removed at Packet Company expense and appropriate ones be installed. Is is expected there will be compliance prior to the 1993 excursion season. The City Planning Department has resource material available to assist you with an appropriate choice. There has been a very cooperative spirit between the Packet Company and the City. We trust you will rectify the non-compliance now that it has been brought to your attention. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 �l Ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION DATE: SEPTEMBER 23, 1992 SUBJECT: PLAZA DESIGN FOR ANDIAMO BOATS. Background• The Heritage Preservation Commission at its September 10, 1992 meeting passed a motion to send the enclosed letter to the Anderson Packet Company because of non-compliance with the conditions specified in the permit granted for the plaza construction. The Commission was particularly concerned that appropriate design and materials be used since this plaza was constructed on City property. Construction on City owned land must, especially, have permit compliance if we expect others to also comply. Enclosed are the supporting documents. Request• The Commission requests the City Council co-sign the letter to help rectify the matter. It would assist the Commission to follow through on the duties assigned by the City Council in the Heritage Preservation Ordinance. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 a r 0 ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DRAFT - LETTER TO ANDERSON AND EXCURSION COMPANY. Dear Mr. Anderson: At the June 1, 1992 meeting of the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, the Andiamo Excursion and Packet Company presented a proposal for a plaza for your riverf ront operation for design review and permit approval. The Commission was concerned that the structure and amenities, such as street furniture, be of appropriate design and materials that would be sensitive to the historic nature of the existing waterfront park and provide continuity as park development moved southward. There was strong belief that much care be taken with this project since it is City property. One of the conditions for permit approval (see attached minutes) was that the proposed bench design be replaced with one that was more traditional. A photocopy of a more appropriate design style of wood and case iron was given to Jay Michels, your representative, at that meeting. Upon inspection of the completed project, it was discovered the above permit condition has not been followed. Instead, without knowledge of the City Planning Department or the Preservation Commission, formed concrete benches and table were installed. The materials and style are inappropriate and not in keeping with the overall concept for waterfront development. They are in violation of the spirit, intent and agreement of the permit. It is the recommendation of the Preservation Commission that the concrete benches and table be removed at Packet Company expense and appropriate ones be installed. Is is expected there will be compliance prior to the 1993 excursion season. The City Planning Department has resource material available to assist you with an appropriate choice. There has been a very cooperative spirit between the Packet Company and the City. We trust you will rectify the non-compliance now that it has been brought to your attention. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 �l Ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION DATE: SEPTEMBER 23, 1992 SUBJECT: PLAZA DESIGN FOR ANDIAMO BOATS. Background: The Heritage Preservation Commission at its September 10, 1992 meeting passed a motion to send the enclosed letter to the Anderson Packet Company because of non-compliance with the conditions specified in the permit granted for the plaza construction. The Commission was particularly concerned that appropriate design and materials be used since this plaza was constructed on City property. Construction on City owned land must, especially, have permit compliance if we expect others to also comply. Enclosed are the supporting documents. Request: The Commission requests the City Council co-sign the letter to help rectify the matter. It would assist the Commission to follow through on the duties assigned by the City Council in the Heritage Preservation Ordinance. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DRAFT - LETTER TO ANDERSON AND EXCURSION COMPANY. Dear Mr. Anderson: At the June 1, 1992 meeting of the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, the Andiamo Excursion and Packet Company presented a proposal for a plaza for your riverfront operation for design review and permit approval. The Commission was concerned that the structure and amenities, such as street furniture, be of appropriate design and materials that would be sensitive to the historic nature of the existing waterfront park and provide continuity as park development moved southward. There was strong belief that much care be taken with this project since it is City property. One of the conditions for permit approval (see attached minutes) was that the proposed bench design be replaced with one that was more traditional. A photocopy of a more appropriate design style of wood and case iron was given to Jay Michels, your representative, at that meeting. Upon inspection of the completed project, it was discovered the above permit condition has not been followed. Instead, without knowledge of the City Planning Department or the Preservation Commission, formed concrete benches and table were installed. The materials and style are inappropriate and not in keeping with the overall concept for waterfront development. They are in violation of the spirit, intent and agreement of the permit. It is the recommendation of the Preservation Commission that the concrete benches and table be removed at Packet Company expense and appropriate ones be installed. Is is expected there will be compliance prior to the 1993 excursion season. The City Planning Department has resource material available to assist you with an appropriate choice. There has been a very cooperative spirit between the Packet Company and the City. We trust you will rectify the non-compliance now that it has been brought to your attention. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 1 a er THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION DATE: SEPTEMBER 23, 1992 SUBJECT: PLAZA DESIGN FOR ANDIAMO BOATS. Background: The Heritage Preservation Commission at its September 10, 1992 meeting passed a motion to send the enclosed letter to the Anderson Packet Company because of non-compliance with the conditions specified in the permit granted for the plaza construction. The Commission was particularly concerned that appropriate design and materials be used since this plaza was constructed on City property. Construction on City owned land must, especially, have permit compliance if we expect others to also comply. Enclosed are the supporting documents. Request• The Commission requests the City Council co-sign the letter to help rectify the matter. It would assist the Commission to follow through on the duties assigned by the City Council in the Heritage Preservation Ordinance. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 a ter. THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DRAFT - LETTER TO ANDERSON AND EXCURSION COMPANY. Dear Mr. Anderson: At the June 1, 1992 meeting of the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, the Andiamo Excursion and Packet Company presented a proposal for a plaza for your riverfront operation for design review and permit approval. The Commission was concerned that the structure and amenities, such as street furniture, be of appropriate design and materials that would be sensitive to the historic nature of the existing waterfront park and provide continuity as park development moved southward. There was strong belief that much care be taken with this project since it is City property. One of the conditions for permit approval (see attached minutes) was that the proposed bench design be replaced with one that was more traditional. A photocopy of a more appropriate design style of wood and case iron was given to Jay Michels, your representative, at that meeting. Upon inspection of the completed project, it was discovered the above permit condition has not been followed. Instead, without knowledge of the City Planning Department or the Preservation Commission, formed concrete benches and table were installed. The materials and style are inappropriate and not in keeping with the overall concept for waterfront development. They are in violation of the spirit, intent and agreement of the permit. It is the recommendation of the Preservation Commission that the concrete benches and table be removed at Packet Company expense and appropriate ones be installed. Is is expected there will be compliance prior to the 1993 excursion season. The City Planning Department has resource material available to assist you with an appropriate choice. There has been a very cooperative spirit between the Packet Company and the City. We trust you will rectify the non-compliance now that it has been brought to your attention. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 rl 0 Ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION DATE: SEPTEMBER 23, 1992 SUBJECT: PLAZA DESIGN FOR ANDIAMO BOATS. Background: The Heritage Preservation Commission at its September 10, 1992 meeting passed a motion to send the enclosed letter to the Anderson Packet Company because of non-compliance with the conditions specified in the permit granted for the plaza construction. The Commission was particularly concerned that appropriate design and materials be used since this plaza was constructed on City property. Construction on City owned land must, especially, have permit compliance if we expect others to also comply. Enclosed are the supporting documents. Request: The Commission requests the City Council co-sign the letter to help rectify the matter. It would assist the Commission to follow through on the duties assigned by the City Council in the Heritage Preservation Ordinance. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 Fag z-- �-� � S7Z� lu Lf�-L � � �l � P�/ � ►� t � 2 �a-a.�,,� �a-t3 roc-) STwT�;, G L 0 a er /* THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA October 27, 1992 David Paradeau P.O. Box 573 Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear David: A review of the conditions of approval for depot construction (Case No. SUP/DR/90-62) indicate that a sign plan and lighting plan must be submitted to the City for Design Review Committee approval before lighting is installed or signage constructed. The signage must meet Condition No. 1 (attached). I have reviewed and approved the revised landscape. --Sincerely, Steve Russell Community Development Director Attachment SR/sm CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 SOLID GEOMETRY The Pickwick Mill Listen to the water -mill Through the livelong day, How the clicking of its wheel Wears the hours away.! Languidly the autumn wind Stirs the forest leaves, From the field the reapers sing, Bringing up the sheaves: And a proverb haunts my mind As a spell is cast — "The mill cannot grind With Water that is past." • Sarsh Doudney, The lesson of the Water -Mill The Pickwick Mill, a 146 year old stone structure of solid and simple geometry located in the town of Pickwick, south of Winona, is currently in the process of being reclaimed by community volunteers whose physical labor, public relations efforts, and stalwart dedication have kept the old mill from eroding into ruin. In the past eight years, Pickwick Mill Incorporated, a local organization of over 300 members, has rebuilt the gabled roof, shoveled mud and rubble from the basement, re -planked several heavy -timbered structured floors, and guided visitors through the oldest surviving industrial site in Minnesota. Winona County historical sources indicate formation of a combined grist mill and sawmill on Big Trout Creek in Homer Township south of Winona in 1854. The waterpower available provided by the drop and force of creek water streaming down and through the rugged topograghy of Pickwick Valley made possible the construction two years later of Pickwick Mill, whose three pair of millstones were turned by a huge outside wooden overshot water wheel. The walls of the five story structure were built from limestone quarried from nearby hills; timber beams and floor planks and other wood members were sawn from Pickwick Valley's forests. Continued on Page 2, Column 2 PRESERVATION MATTERS PRESIDENTS COLUMN by Rolf T. Anderson On Sunday, October 25, 1992, the Preservation Alli- ance will hold its annual meeting at Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis. The meeting will be held at the Chapel designed by Harry Wild Jones and which was recognized by the Alliance in 1991 for its restora- tion. In addition to our awards ceremony, there will be a tour of the chapel and the cemetery. Our membership will also need to ratify two changes in our by-laws and elect ourboard of directors. One change recommended for Section 3, Item C, of Article III, is the reduction in the required number of directors from twenty-one to fifteen. A second change is recommended for Section 1 of Article IV which would extend the term of each board member from one to two years. To date the following directors have been nominated: Rolf Anderson Carrie Becker Robert Copeland Thomas Holman Camille Kudzia Charles Liddy Joan Mathison Mark Peterson Charlene Roise Robert Roscoe Helen White Marlene Workman Please join us on October 25th to celebrate our achieve- ments during the past year and to experience one of the state's most spectacular buildings. The Memorial Chapel of 1908 is a Byzantine Style building based on Hagia Sophia. Yet, its most remarkable feature is the chapel's breathtaking mosaics which decorate the in- terior. And a tour of Lakewood Cemetery, which was established in 1871, provides not only a lesson in period architecture but also an opportunity to recall the most prominent and influential citizens in the history of the City of Minneapolis. Don't Forget: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25,1992 YOU'RE INVITED! Pickwick Continued from Page 1 The mill's prodigous output of barrels of flour resulted in the formation of the town of Pickwick. During the Mill's heyday, wheat from southern Minnesota farms was de- livered in horse-drawn wagons that occasionally waited in mile -long lines. Drivers often slept under their wagons waiting to unload their grain that fed a 24-hour milling operation during milling seasons. Pickwick Mill supplied flour for the Union Army during the Civil War and for American Army forces in World War I. From the 1870s to the 1890s, the Pickwick Mill continually incorporated new technological advances in milling ma- chinery to make it one of the most progressive flour mills in the state. By 1880 the wooden waterwheel was replaced by two 20 inch steel turbines and augmented by an additional pair of millstones. Robert Frame III, an indus- trial technology historian, notes an 1881 advertisement stating the Pickwick's capacity to grind "new process" flour, a very fine and white flour with its sets of steel rollers and purifiers. Pickwick's progressive stature contributed to a network of regional mills in rural Minnesota valleys and towns thatmade the state the nation's leading producer of flour. Sometime after 1890 however, larger mills in Minneapo- lis centralized the grinding and shipping operations into a mammoth industry, resulting in the decline of these smaller regional mills. By the 1930s, Pickwick's opera- tions were limited to grinding flour and livestock feed for local farmers. According to Frame, by 1948, with most of the regional mills out of operation, only poultry and livestock feed were ground at Pickwick. Mill operations closed in 1980 after 124 years of production. An 11 inch rain in 1980 and the resulting flood ravaged Pickwick Valley, severely damaging the millpond, re- taining walls, flumes and the basement of the mill building. Local residents realized the the importance of the mill, though no longer serving an economic function, as a symbol of their community, as something that defined the lives of their relatives, friends and themselves. Not wanting to see a poignant and physical part of their community crumble into the limestone hillsides of the valley, the newly -formed Pickwick Mill Incorporated, a non-profit group, purchased the property in 1982 ans began fundraising and part -by -part repair and stabiliza- tion. Community organizations such as the La Crescent Eagles Club donated funds; area residents donated money and labor, as many contributors measured their amounts in specified board feet of lumber or building components. The Minnesota Historical Society provided state and federal funds totalling over $720,00 over a 1981-1987 period. Continued on Page 7, Column 1 Preservation Alliance of Minnesota OcrOBER 1992 The Stillwater Jr. High School's WPA auditorium mural photograph courtesy ofthe Minnesota Historical Society ALLIANCE COMPLETES STILLWATER REUSE STUDY The Preservation Alliance has just completed a reuse study on the West Wing of the Stillwater Junior High School. The building will be vacated in late 1993 when a new facility opens and the local school district re- quested the Alliance to conduct a study as part of their efforts to find alternatives uses for the building. The West Wing consists of three structures built dur- ing the 1920s; the gymnasium and auditorium buildings, both completed in 1923, and classroom fa- cilities constructed above the auditorium in 1927. Together with the old Baptist Church, a variety of older homes, and the Historic Courthouse built in 1867-69, theycomprise historic streetscapes with strong associations to the community. The Alliance assembled a team of consultants which held a series of intensive meetings at the school in order to evaluate the building and determine potential uses for the property. During a three day consultation process, the team inspected the site and examined the condition of the building. Interviews were conducted with individuals familiar with the issues impacting the site and a variety of potential users. A final report was prepared in order to develop recommendations for the reuse of the school, and to assist the Stillwater Area Schools, the City of Stillwater, and other interested individuals and organizations in planning for the fu- ture of the building. One of the most promising findings of the study was the strong community support for the preservation and reuse of the building, a key ingredient which is often lacking in such situations. With few exceptions, those individuals interviewed by the reuse team ex- pressed their belief that the building is an asset to the community. Even those who doubted the historical importance of the West Wing felt that the visual pres- ence of the structure was an important aspect of the streetscape. Another encouraging finding was the remarkable va- riety of potential uses and users which were suggested during the interview process. The proposed uses range from classroom and gymnasium space for private providers, community education space, facilities for non-profit and social service organizations, and studio and performance space. A significant number of com- munity needs were identified which could be met through the reuse of the building. Yet, in spite of the strong support for reuse and the variety of reuse alternatives, a major issue faced by the team was determining whether reuse was financially feasible. Although the building is structurally sound, the multi -level building has a complex layout and conversion costs could be high in order to provide Continued on Page 6, Column 1 P.O Box 582804 Minneapolis, MN 55458-2804 3 PRESERVATION MATTERS MINNEAPOLIS HPC RECOMMENDS THREE DOWNTOWN BUILDINGS FOR DESIGNATION TheRand Tower, Farmers and Mechanics Savings Bank, and the Soo Line Building are being recommended by the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission for heritage designa tion by the Minneapolis City Coun- cil. The owners of F&M and the Soo Line buildings are objecting to designation and have retained legal coun- sel. Rand Tower representatives have met with HPC expressing certain reservationsbut have also indicated a willingness to cooperate with the process. These three structures possess significant value repre- senting the role of Minneapolis as a major maker and distributor of a vast array of goods and services throughout the upper midwest. However, HPC has not vigorously pursued designation due to the very heavy investment of time by commissioners and staff to con- vince a carefully deliberative council and to overcome the expected numerous roadblocks set forth by attor- neys of the building owners. Thinking furtherdelay fordesignation can no longerbe acceptable, Minneapolis HPC has taken a more active role and has begun the public review process. Late November is the estimated time for the designations to reach city council. These are not good economic times for this designation process. The struggling national economy and the local rising office vacancy rates in downtown have resulted in declining building values, causing owners to resist heritage designation. Because they consider designa- tion to restrict what changes can be made, their contention is that heritage status inhibits investment potential. HPC responds that there is no evidence historic desig- nation retards property va lue, a nd points to the example of the owners of Foshay Tower and Young Quinlan who sought designation, invested in renovation mea- sures which HPC had no difficulty in approving, and have subsequently increased market value of their properties. At this time, thirteen sizable downtown buildings carry heritage designation: City Hall, Northwestern Bell, Crown Mill, Ceresota, Flour Exchange, Grain Exchange, Lumber Exchange, Thresher Square, Butler Square, Masonic Temple (Hennepin Center for the Arts.) Also designated as part of the Warehouse district are many large warehouse structures. The Rand Tower, Minneapolis Rand Tower (initially named Rand, later changed to Dain, but recently returned to original name) was de- signed by the noted Chicago architectural firm Holabird and Root and built in 1929. Located at the corner of Marquette Avenue and South Sixth Street, the 26 story Art Moderne tower's architecture is characterized by a strong verticality of smooth Bedford limestone piers ris- ing uninterrupted above its -two storybaseuntil ending at the stepped -back top stories. Its verticality is accentuated by dark lead -covered cast iron spandrels between floors. The black cast iron base features Moderne-stylized geo- metric and floral patterns. Above the main entrance is a stone carved relief with figures crouched in the manner of tribute -bearing statues of classical antiquity holding air- planes, as if to evoke a passage of past to future. The main lobby is intended for designation; a heritage designation study by Camille Kudzia and Beth Bartz notes inlaid moderne elements in the terrazzo floor, dark marble walls with vertical lighted frosted glass panels, and moderne-articulated bronze elevator doors and frames, all which make this space one of the most elegant office building lobbies in Minneapolis. A special feature in the lobby is a cast silver -colored streamlined figure Preservation Alliance of Minnesota OcrOBER 1992 titled "Wings". Its dynamic pose, standing before a sleek spiral stairway, intends to symbolize aviation. The Kudzia-Bartz study states the Rand was built by Rufus R. Rand, a prominent businessman and member of the Layfayette Escradille, a famed World War I airplane squadron. The structures's stretch to the sky, and its sculptural embodiments of the spirit of aviation serve to heighten Rand Tower's modernity. Though the Foshay Tower's design and commencement of construction preceed the Rand by a few years and is four stories higher, the Foshay's tapered trunk, acknowl- edging reference to the obelisk,with windows as punched openings, represent a carrying of the nineteenth century into the twentieth. Rand is purely twentieth century. Farmers and Mechanics Savings Bank is sited across Marquette Avenue from the Rand, and built more than a decade later in 1941 (later additions in 1955, 1961). The 1941 building was designed the the architectual firm McEnary and Krafft.•Its Sixth Street elevation presents a Kasota stone wall of massive sections delineated with grid -like simple articulation at stone slab joints, a sharply cut -in entrance with infilled molded glass panels of clas- sically -inspired moderne-shaped motifs. According to a designation study by Paul Larson and Rhonda Carolan, the large bas-reliefs flanking the entrance illustrating a farmer and a mechanic, each holding tools of their labor, typlify the bold, smooth forms of Moderne era sculpture. The bank's interior is a rare, well -designed synthesis of classical elements (which have been the architectural currency of banks) given a Moderne design character. Wall panels of curled walnut contain restrained embel- lishments. Large windows on the Marquette side deliver ample light to the interior. F&M has made several changes throught the years, re- moving some detail, but for the most part maintaining a beautiful and pleasant interior. Automated banking equipment has been incorporated into tellers' window counters without zltering original design features. HPC has included the bank interior as part of the designation. The Soo Line Building is a 19 story office building located one block up Marquette Avenue from F&M and Rand at The Soo Line Building, The Farmers and Mechanics Minneapolis Savings Bank, Minneapolis (left) (below) the corner of Marquette Avenue and South Fifth Street. Built in 1915, its Renaissance Revival style, adapted here to high-rise office tower construction, gives the Soo Line a nineteenth century architecture, yet it is one of the earliest examples of steel frame construction in Minne- apolis. Designed by the architect Robert Gibson, the building's massing is composed of a four story rectangular base supporting a 15 story U-shaped tower. The open end of the U-shape faces Fifth Street, providing a light well for the tower flanges as well as creating a base -double tower main facade. Renaissance Revival features are the rusti- cated quoins at the building corners, facade bays separated by Ionic pilasters, topped by a banded cornice. Soo Line's Continued on Page 7, Column 2 P.O Box 582804 Minneapolis, MN 55458-2804 5 PRESERVATION MATTERS Stillwater Continued from Page 3 handicap access, adequate egress, and new mechani- cal systems. Fortunately, the team architects determined that these costs would not be prohibitive. But they are such that a private developer will not be attracted to the building and some type of public support will be essential for the successful reuse of the building. After carefully considering the various issues and potential uses for the West Wing, the team developed several alternatives for the building, beginning with demolition, since all possibilities should be objectively explored. Ultimately, the team recommended mixed - function reuse for the building. This alternative would offer the highest potential for using the school build- ing to its optimum capacity. By selecting the proper combination of users, the community could best be served by the project and the finan- cial viability of reuse would be greatly enhanced. A key component of the team's rec- ommendations was the implementation of a strategic plan during 1992-93 by the Stillwater School District and the City of Stillwater. This plan would give the decision -makers ample time to gather additional information about the reuse potential of the building and to acquire commitments from possible users and funding sources. A task force would be formed to compile and analyze this information in order to provide a solid basis for a final decision. its type conducted to date in that the West Wing was neither vacant, under-utilized, or threatened with demolition. For once, there was truly time to plan and strategize. Both the Stillwater Area Schools and the City of Stillwater should be commended for their foresight in initiating the reuse process long before a crisis began. And this is certainly indicative of the way this commu- nity views their cultural and historic resources. They set a very fine example, and perhaps their efforts will now inspire others throughout the state to integrate historic preservation into the planning process. RA The West Wing of the Stillwater Junior High School The following individuals participated on the reuse consulting team: Rolf T. Anderson Mark S. Balay Neal Casey Charles Leer Stuart E. MacDonald Joan Mathison Ann Pung-Terwedo Karen Rose Stephen S. Russell Tim Stefan Robert Vogel Scott Wende Their efforts produced a planning document which the Stillwater Area Schools has said is a key element in their plans to find the proper disposition of the West Wing. The reuse study also received high praise from the Stillwater City Council. The Preservation Alliance is very pleased to have conducted this study and we are hopeful that a reuse will be found. Yet, this study is like no other study of Designation Continued from Page 5 interior has been extensively remodeled from original construction. Buildings of heritage in nineteenth century downtown Minneapolis represent product manufacture and distri- bution as the city's regional role. The Soo Line building carries this product shipment aspect from the nineteenth century, but the Rand and F&M, along with the previ- ously designated Foshay and Northwestern Bell buildings, reflect the city's growth and evolving stature of service distribution of the twentieth century. This evolution from brawn to brains has been critical to the overall growth of Minneapolis, establishing a strong and diverse economic base which fostered far reaching development of the arts, education and technology, from which Minneapolis has given significant contribution to the national well being. RR Preservation Alliance of Minnesota OcroBER 1992 Pickwick Continued from Page 2 Franklin and Opal Fitch, local farmers, are actively in- volved in Pickwick Mill Inc., Ms. Fitch serving as PiVII President,both servingas weekend guidesand tending to rebuilding conveyor chutes or foraging for blacksmith tools for an interpretive exhibit. Mr. Fitch points out how the mill's unique heavy -timber framing joints are tapered so they tighten rather than loosen with vibration of mill machinery. Autumn provides a special time to visit Pickwick Mill. The quietude of the millpond, its rustic stone walls defin- ing a simple building form sited beside a gentle curve in the road, with the yellow leafed hills rising behind, all provide a calendar art -like setting for this industrial landmark. With membership drives and fundraising events such as bake sales, membership drives and Pickwick Mill Days, the group adds to their fundraising to finance their resto- ration program on a project -by -project basis, and even one step at a time, literally. For a specified donation, you can "buy" a wood stairs tread with your name cut into the tread. The building was without permanent toilet facili- ties until provided for by a recent donation. Ms. Fitch publishes a newsletter, The Daily Grind, for PMI that outlines news of incoming donations and progress reports of construction. The newsletter's per- sonal ambience reflects the close-knit character of the members, most having lived in the valley and surround- ing area since birth. The Daily Grind also reports historical findings contributed by residents,who note with implied familial familiarity the roles of their relatives in construc- tion or operation of the mill. The stabilization is nearly complete; basic services are in place; window repair is in progress, with the beginning of rebuilding of the milling components. One of the turbines has been uncovered in the basement. In the near future the mill will have basic ability to exhibit the work of flour milling. Much work remains, but a PMI member looks at that work with a note in the Daily Grind quoting a World War H Navy Seabees Construction Battalion slogan: " The difficult we do now, the impossible takes a little longer." RR Please Come to the Seventh Annual Historic Preservation Awards October 25,1992 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. Lakewood Chapel, at Lakewood Cemetery, 3600 Hennepin Ave. S., Mpls, MN Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting 1:00 to 2:00 Guided Tour of the historic Lakewood Cemetery & Chapel 2:00 to 3:00 Preservation Alliance of Minnesota Membership Application The Preservation Alliance of Minnesota is a membership organization. Your contributions make our work possible. And they are tax deductible. Join today! Fill out the coupon and mail it with your contribution to: Preservation Alliance of Minnesota P.O. Box 582804 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55458-2804 Name Address City/State Zip Phone: home work Membership Categories Individual $20.00 ❑ Non-profit and Government Organizations $35.00 ❑ Business/Professional $50.00 ❑ Preservation Supporter $100.00 ❑ Preservation Benefactor $250.00 ❑ In addition to my membership, I am enclosing an additional gift of $ to help the PA. PRESERVATION MATTERS Minnesota properties listed on the National Register, with photographs supplied by the Minnesota Historical Society The picturesque brick structure featured in last month's column was the Sleepy Eye Depot, built for the Chicago and North Western Railroad in 1902. The building was the work of the Chicago architectural firm Frost and Granger, which also designed Union Depot in St. Paul, the Great Northern Passenger Station in Minneapolis (demolished), and a num- ber of other railroad depots throughout the Midwest and Canada. The Sleepy Eye Depot replaced an earlier structure, reflecting the increase in rail traffic as the region became settled and grew in prosperity. The facility was used as a passenger depot until 1960, and was closed as a freight depot in 1984. Since that time, a local preservation group has worked to preserve the structure, which now houses a local history museum. TM Drop us a note with your guess: WHERE IS IT? Preservation Matters is a monthly publication of the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota, anon -profit membership organization. Editors are Robert Roscoe and Charlene Roise; Writers are Rolf Anderson, Charlene Roise, Robert Roscoe, Phillip Smith, Robert Vogel, Jody Keppers and Jackie Sluss; Layout and artwork by Jody Keppers and Bob Katz; Distribution by Tom Holman. Preservation Alliance of Minnesota Post Office Box 582804 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55458-2804 Jeff Johnson Stillwater Heritage Pres Comm Stillwater City Hall Stillwater MN 55082 NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID Minneapolis, MN Permit No. 672 DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO BED AND BREAKFAST ORDINANCE DEFINITION: Bed and Breakfasts. A owner occupied locally designated historic residential structure used as a lodging establishment where a guest room or rooms are rented on a nightly basis and which only breakfast is included as part of the basic compensation. *CHANGE: Manager was deleted from definition. This will allow only owners occupants of the property to operate the Bed and Breakfasts. PURPOSE: The City of Stillwater recognizes that Bed and Breakfasts are an asset to the community for the preservation of our large, historic homes. It is the intention of the City to limit Bed and Breakfast uses to those larger homes whereby a special use would benefit the City and surrounding area by allowing a appropriate adaptive reuse for such dwellings. Allowing Bed and Breakfasts is in recognition that the expense of owning and maintaining larger historic homes has made them less suitable for single-family dwellings. It is the intent of the City of Stillwater to limit the number of Bed and Breakfasts in order to maintain the residential character of historic neighborhoods. ADDITION: A purpose is added to the ordinance. It defines the intent of the ordinance to preserving the larger, older homes while maintaining the residential areas of the community. The ordinance supports this purpose. CHANGES TO EXISTING ORDINANCE 3. Bed and Breakfast uses in residential areas shall be located at least nine hundred (900) feet apart (approximately three blocks). CHANGE: This defines the three block limit. 4. No liquor shall be sold on premises. If wine is served, a wine license must be obtained from the City of Stillwater. CHANGE: This requires that a wine license be obtained if wine is served. This is consistent with State law. 8. The maximum of five (5) Bed and Breakfast guest rooms may be established in a residential Bed and Breakfast structure. The following lot and structure size criteria determine the number of guest rooms allowed in a Bed and Breakfast. Maximum Number Number of Guest Rooms Bedrooms Permitted Maximum Gross House Size Not Including Basement Minimum Zoning Lot Size 1-2 3 2,500 - 2,999 105000 3 4 35000 - 3,499 10,000 4 5 3,500 - 4,999 15,000 5 6 511000 up 20,000 Overall house size is determined by using the total square footage of habitable living space within the.structure. The number of original bedrooms in the structure will dictate how many guest rooms will be allowed. This shall be reviewed and determined by the Heritage Preservation Commission. In the case of a family with children, the families bedroom use shall be defined before the number of permitted guest rooms are determined. CHANGE: This section will limit the number of homes in the community which qualify as Bed and Breakfasts. It takes into consideration the size of structure and lot size for determination of the number of rooms allowed. Also, the original number of bedrooms in the home will dictate how many guest rooms will be permitted. This is intended to preserve the original floor plan of the home so homes are not altered or stripped of their historic integrity. The Heritage Preservation Commission will review the original floor plan and restoration program. 11. A Bed and Breakfast establishment shall show proof of City building, fire and planning inspections, proof of operating licenses by Washington County and show shall submit the State sales and use tax number for their business to the Community Development Department. CHANGE: Added to this section is planning inspections and submission of a State sales and use tax number. This will tighten inspections on how the home is being used and/or restored as a Bed and Breakfast. It also makes sure that it is a legitimate business which pays taxes. 12. Restoration and/or additions to a Bed and Breakfast shall meet the Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. This shall be reviewed and determined by the Heritage Preservation Commission. ADDITION: This is added to make sure these structures are restored appropriately and that any additions to the home are done with sensitivity. Preservation is the key to this section. 13. All Bed and Breakfast Special Use Permits are reviewed annually in November by the Community Development Department. A report shall be submitted to Planning Commission and City Council. ADDITION: This is added to the ordinance so the City makes sure that all Bed and Breakfast uses are being conducted according to the ordinance and other conditions of approval which may be placed on that structure. 2 1 a ter THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA October 19, 1992 Mark Desch 319 North Main Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mark: The Design Review Committee reviewed your landscape plan for the Desch Building at 319 North Main Street. We realized most of this landscaping had been planted as per the plan. A general concern about the plan is the buffer- ing (or the lack of buffering) of cars along Main Street. The street trees do add to the overall streetsc ape but do not screen the cars. -At earlier meetings on the Desch Building, It was strongly —recommended that the landscaping be high enough to screen the cars. The Design Review Committee would like to resolve this issue. Please call me so we can discuss this matter. Thank you. Sin erely lk/o Pu4.7 7_16ewc Ann Pung-Terw o Planner CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 FOR HISTORY NETWORK BROCHURE Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission is a local commission certified by the National Park Service. Their role is to safeguard architectural heritage, and educate and promote respectful preservation. Their efforts have lead to the nomination of the Downtown Stillwater Commercial Historic District to the National Register of Historic Places. A City-wide Historic Context Study is now underway. Contact City Hall at 439-6121. ` cr O."N H STONE HOUSE MUSEUM, Oak & 5th Street, Marine on St. Croix, was built in 1872 from local sandstone. The museum contains artifacts from early New England and Swedish settlers. Open Sat. & Sun. 2-5 p.m. July 4 through Labor Day or by appointment. (612) 433-2061. 9 RIVERTOWN RESTORATION, INC., Stillwater, is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the historic resources of the St. Croix Valley. It sponsors a house tour each September and publishes the Stillwater Walking Tour brochure, now on sale at local merchants and the Historic Courthouse in Stillwater. (612) 779-5275 for more information. ITV STILLWATER HERITAGE PRE- ERVATION COMMISSION is a Preservation Act certified local government which reviews and safeguards architectural heritage, educates and promotes respectful preservation. Historic building survey is underway for proposed downtown historic district. Contact City Hall. (612) 439-6121. 11 WARDEN'S HOUSE MUSEUM was the home for eleven wardens who administered the first territorial prison in the Northwest. The house, which was built in 1853, is located at the north end of Main Street in Stillwater adjacent to Territorial Prison site. The museum houses a large and diversified collection of pioneer artifacts. The Washington County Historical Society, which owns and operates this historic attraction offers guided tours for a nominal fee. (Handicapped access to first floor only). The Warden's House Museum is open Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m., May 1st -October 31. Further information 439-5956. 12 wasmINGTON COUNTY HISTORIC COURTHOUSE, Stillwater, was built in 1867 and was used as a government center until 1975. The oldest standing courthouse and jail in Minnesota, it is predominant- ly Italianate style. This National Register Site offers restored exterior and courtroom for viewing, rotating exhibits and rentals for meetings and receptions. Tours by appointment -fee charged; open for browsing Monday -Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. S. 3rd and Pine Streets, (612) 779-5275. i HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA The Heritage Preservation Commission will meet Monday, October 5, 1992 at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater. 1. Approval of minutes, September 10, 1992. 2. Case No. DR/92-28, Design Review for a facade restoration at 124 North Main Street in the Historic Commercial District, Jack Wennberg, applicant. 3. Lowell Park Study - south area. 4. Consultant recommendation/context study. PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. DR/92-28 Planning Commission Meeting: October 5, 1992. Project Location: 124 North Main Street Comprehensive Plan District: Central Business District Zoning District: Historic Commercial District Applicant's Name: Jack Wennberg Type of Application: Design Review PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Design Review for a storefront restoration and sign permit. DISCUSSION: The request is to restore the storefront at 124 North Main Street. The proposal is to reopen the existing storefront transom glass area above the storefront. From the drawings, the glass area looks narrower than it may have been historically. The proposal also calls for lowering the sill height to 2-1/2 feet with a wood panel system to face the sill. The signage proposed will be placed in the beam area above the transom. A wood and glass door will match the sill height. The upper windows will be replaced with one -over -one windows. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. A sign proposal shal l be submitted for review. (, )&-Y� w, �zvr�,�t,c ohs S ( C rn 2. The applicant shall show proof that historically, the transom area had small vertical windows. ��c�Q. � 5 � �tM` ems- CA RECOMMENDATION: ��em w�� e ver Approval as conditioned. FINDINGS: The proposal meets the intent of the Sign Ordinance, Downtown Design Guidelines and Preservation requirements. ATTACHMENTS: - Application - Elevation Plan Permit No. Fee SIGN PERMIT APPLICATION CITY OF STILLWATER �. DATE 7 30 -9 �- APPLICANT'S NAME J/ c/i &JE,y�ll(j£k'G OWNER'S APPLICANT'S NAME JoyC£ //IELTo�/ SIGNATURE G(/ OWNER'S ADDRESS Gz13/ /iEfl7'5 4vE No 57-/4 i inAl .S.S'U d :-- TELEPHONE NUMBER 777- 6,517 CONTRACTORS NAME 5J a v4 < <, APPLICANT'S ,✓ SS3o5� ADORESS 3oFr/ /4V00VEie TELEPHONE NUMBER CONTRACTORS ADDRESS ,57?36' l-XC&V,0,? r!AI ASS o3 S TELEPHONE NUMBER y7 `f - `i7AV , /a f Na,7iH lwhm s ,?dw7. .STREET LOCATION OF PROPERTY LEGAL 'DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY LOT SLK. ADDITION SIGN PLANS: Attach plans showing the sign size, location and type of material, used. if the sign is to be mounted on a building, show an elevation of the building and sign. CONDITIONS OF PERMIT APPROVAL: avvQnvFn- DENIED: Community Development Director MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY OFFICE MEMORANDUM Department: Historic Preservation, Field Services, and Grants Department Phone: 612-296-5434 Date: 3 September 1992 To: Minnesota Heritage Preservation Commissions From: Michael Koop Historic Preservation Program Specialist State Historic Preservation Office Minnesota Historical Society 345 Kellogg Boulevard West St. Paul, MN 55102-1906 Subject: 1992 Annual Reports This memo is being sent as a reminder that the 1992 Annual Reports covering the time period 1 October 1991 to 30 September 1992, are due in our office on 31 October. For those of you that are Certified Local Governments, this report is a requirement for maintaining CLG status. The contents of the report for CLG's are defined on pages 6 and 7 of the "Procedures For Applying For and Maintaining Certified Local Government Status." The attached form can be used to certify fulfillment of the report requirement stipulated in I.E.21. If you have any questions on this report or if you need a copy of the Procedures, please do not hesitate to call me. 345 KELLOGG BOULEVARD WEST / SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 55102-1906 / TELEPHONE: 612-296-6126 HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - October 5, 1992. DESIGN REVIEW 2. Case No. SUP/92-52 - Design Review for construction of a lumberyard with outside storage. The property is located on the west side of Washington Avenue between Curve Crest Boulevard and West Orleans Street. Washington County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Applicants. OTHER BUSINESS 3. Final Lowell Park Plan presentation. 4. Stillwater Historic Context Study (Comprehensive Plan). Bob Vogel, Contractor. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ter a� THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMO TO: Design Review Committee From: Ann Pung-Terwedo, Planner Date: October 28, 1992 Subject: Case No. SUP/92-52 The plan review gives an outline of a proposal for the new United Building Center on Washington Avenue. In 1988, when the West Business Park was adopted, Design Review was incorporated for the area based on input and concerns from property owners and the West Business Park Task Force. This section of the Business Park Plan is included for your review of plans and elevations. This proposal is a Special Use Permit. One of the conditions of approval for the request is that it be reviewed by the Design Review Committee for consistency with the West Business Park Design Guidelines before Council decision. Well, you are the only Design Review Committee for the City. When the Planning Commission reviewed the proposal at their October 12, 1992 meeting, they felt very strongly that this plan should meet the West Business Park Design Standards. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. SUP/92-52 Planning Commission Meeting: October 12, 1992 Project Location: On Washington Avenue between Curve Crest Blvd. & Orleans. Comprehensive Plan District: Industrial Park. Zoning District: Business Park Industrial Applicant's Name: Washington County Housing & Redevelopment Authority. Type of Application: Special Use Permit Project Description: Request to operate a lumberyard with outside storage in the Business Park Industrial District, BP -I. nicruccinn- The request is to construct a lumberyard and building center. The building includes 23,625 square feet of covered warehouse space, 50,000 square feet of outside storage, and 7,200 square feet of office/retail space. (See attached letters.) A paved outside display area is provided next to the retail space. Currently, 80-85% of the building center's sales are to building contractors. A Special Use Permit is required because of the outside storage area and a determination that the lumberyard use is appropriate for the BP -I district. The use is not listed, but of the Industrial Park districts (office, commercial and industrial) the industrial district is most appropriate for the use. The lumberyard use would be similar to a nursery. (See attached BP -I regulations.) The plans show 71 car parking spaces in three areas. This number is in excess of the required parking for an office/warehouse use (60 spaces). The plans will be reviewed by the Design Review Committee of the City, based on the West Business Park design guidelines. The warehouse building wi l l have a perimeter foundation with floating slab floor. The building will have metal siding and roof. No lighting plan has been provided. A wall sign is shown on the front of the sales area building. The maximum sign area for the building is 90 square feet. RECOMMENDATION: Approval with conditions. PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. SUP/92-52 - Continued CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. Maximum sign area shall be 90 square feet. 2. The project design shall be reviewed by the Design Review Committee for consistency with the West Business Park design guidelines before Council decision. 3. A lighting plan shall be submitted for Community Development approval. The light source shall not be seen from off site and light shall be directed down. 4. The plans shall be reviewed by the City Engineer and comments incorporated into the final development plans. 5. The project shall meet Stillwater West Business Park design standards. 6. Landscaping shall be kept in a healthy condition for five years. 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Case No. DR/92-26 - Design Review and Variance for the placement of three (3) signs for a business in the rear of a structure at 401 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Sondra Gozzi, Applicant. 3. Case No. DR/92-13 - Design Review for a color change for a proposed awning at 132 South Main Street (St. Croix Drug Company). 4. Lowell Park Design Detail - Bill Sanders and Rob Williams 5. Other Business. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 a ter THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMO TO: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION FROM: ANN TERWEDO, PLANNER DATE: SEPTEMBER 1, 1992 SUBJECT: CASE NO. DR/92-13 - COLOR OF AWNING AT 132 SOUTH MAIN STREET BACKGROUND: The new awning for 132 South Main Street (St. Croix Drug) was approved by the H.P.C. on May 4, 1992. The owner planned an orange and brown striped awning. DISCUSSION: Mr. Anderson has changed his color proposal. The new color is cream with royal blue. 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T o CoDA Co • T � Co �, N • � O y i '.1' A m 04 00e • a T � T �_ f9 fD C5 T K � 0 Ci `L O �'-' O G-. �. � m �/I�/ °! r. � o-Aj "r cD rty p.. w e0+� m 'fig �• � 04 p cD 6+r A A m � A T O `C '� � � c0+� O i� � f�D m 0'+ 0¢ y jr m • � � � m • � p •J T �• y � T T (a `t rA.•. T T y y O �.. f�D T A• O n` y O ►O1 n` F�1 cD T m r� r. m 'r: CL• ►fo C1 r . srj et - go ^09 =' CL• co rn � `E CL+ rpiy O e0+- cD c0-r fD �/ � � cP m a i a&: C ►"9 y z r. - P 0 A CD CL. A fo O r. Q+ T "• 0 x � PM oa O y CL+ y m fD A-' Cti �. 0 m cs m R o C. 0 0 T w w �• OC p y C)a•"' c pr C 'ty7 m p ti O", COA d o 0 j03 y � Q•Oil is °° N • co y to o � a T � 'd � o <• �. �i m C co+ co ao T � T N 00 00� R 0 ti D5 f9� ��- y z a a ti 0 terr ` THE - BIRTHPL CE OF INNESOTA A/ MEMORAN 4 / TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: STEVE RUSSELL, COMMUNITY -DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR DATE: AUGUST 181, 1992 SUBJECT: CITY PLANNING REVIEW OF DOWNTOWN PROJECTS. There are several Downtown, or Downtown related, projects that are in various stages of planning or project review and development; i.e. CUB office, hotel, grocery store, parking structures, housing, and Lowell Park. Some of these projects are related. The City of Stillwater has several committees that will review aspects of the various projects. The committees, or commissions, include the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation 'Commission, Parking Task Force, Downtown Imp-lementation Committee and ultimately the City Council. Because of the extensive nature of Downtown activity and the need for input, it is suggested that a special Downtown Project Review Task Force be formed to work with Staff and the various developers regarding their projects. By establishing the Task Force with representatives from the City committees, it will be easier to get timely yet comprehensive input representing. the various interests of the Downtown area, and the broader community. The development projects would still have to go through the normal channels of planning and design review and approval, but with the task force .input provided early in the project development process so that when the projects are ready for review by the respective committees they will have addressed the critical committee concerns. It is suggested that the Downtown ProJect Review Task Force have representation as follows: Planning Commission (2`), Heritage Preservation Commission (2)., Parking TaskForce (2)5 Downtown Action Committee (2), City Council (2). This ten member committee would meet on an "as needed basis to provide input to Staff and -the developers. regarding the various downtown related projects. The Committee would provide input and guidance bat would (� not make the final decisions.: RECOMMENDATION". l onsicer.esta ishing Downtown-, Project Review Task Force. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FQURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 '.'Minnesota Historical Atlas"., Andreas, 1874 COUNTY HISTORIES. -":"CONTINUED.' atnded W Is- t by. tit STILLWATER. Stillwater, that county scat o[ Washington County, is a thriving city of about seven thousand Inhabitants. It Is situated at the hand of Lake St. Croix, which from *the MIANIaslppl to tills 'point, a (114t moo of twenty-four miles. In a widening (off the lit. Croix Itiver, making It navigable for Misaissippl sloautboats to Stillwater. while above thin for thirty miles, to Taylor's Falls, the river Is navigable for a smaller class of boats. The locitlon of the city gives it several Important advantages, not the least of which Is Its water navigation. ,Tho absence, of current lit tine lake affords excellent facilities for collectinng Into boolns the multitudes of legs wllloln are annually driven down the river fromi the pineries alloys to supply the mills at tills point, and to find a market bolow oil the Mississippi. 116ro the surplus loge are easily rafted and towed out by small steamers which are constantly employed during the rafting season, giving the lake In front of the city a very active appearance. i Thle, linnboring interest tills built up Stillwater. Logs are handled and manufao-. tured here to the amount of between two and three millions of dollars per annum. The mills are chiefly steam mills, and the sawdust and waste materials are more -than sufficient to drive the machinery.The mills In StlllWnter and vielniQy are the follow- ing: Schitlenhurg, B000kler & Co.'s Mills, Seymour, Sabin & Co.'s Mills. St. Croix Mills . (owned by Isaao Staples), Mills of MoKusick. Anderson & Co., Northwestern MIIis of lrernoy, Boon & Brown, St. Croix Lumber Compafiy's Steam Saw and Planing Alllls, the Mills of J. M. Kellar, and Onstlin and i'iitatle's Mills. Those mills have all aggre- gate capacity- for the manufacture of 800,000 feet of lumber per day, besides eltornlols quantitlan of lath and shingles, and give employment to net less than 1.500 men. The active capital onployed In this Interest is about i8,000,000. The sconery on the St. Croix and about Stillwater its very beautiful, tie bluffs all either sldo of Lilo lake being bold and picturesque, and ofl(m rut by deep ravines and water-cournen. The valley tit. which the principal business part of Stillwater In siur- ated crowds the IfluHs buck Into a sort of semi -circle, on the sides and summits of which arc the more ornannsutat structures and private residences. Tills naturally beautiful allot has Loan taken ahvautalfo of by the enterprising citizens still rendered .still more attractive by the grading of the streets and by the numerous torracen and eothalnkutonts which form a feature of many of the grounds. The court-houso, public school buildings, and name of the best churchoa and rosldoneos are of North an South )tills, and tho view front eltber of theso hills Is very Ilno, couolanding tie Is, o lit frontntid the blulrs ofi tie opposite Bide tit Wisconsin. One of the contributions to Stillwater not tin the programme of Its origin a► founders and builders, was what seemed to Ilea freak of nature In the shape of a land-slldo which occurred tit 1852, Just after the town began to bo settle(. There was nu unplesn ant marsh In front of about the center of the town site, where the lake made up usurer to tits bluffs than qt any other pointy seriously hnterforing with a goad landing; but Nature Usk It Into liar head site flight that she would fill that marsh up by aliding down I ate it one of tits bluffs lit the rear of tie town. Accordingly, while the fewdnhabitants slept, down camo the bluff with Its troos and attrition In a drift of Blind and water, roll- ing on to the verge of the lake and depositing Its bulk In the marsh where most of all It seemed to hs needed, banking the few cabins In Its track to the windows and filling tits stable of Mr. John MoKuslak; so that his cow and horse, which wore found In the morning lifted to tile very beams, load to be gotten out over the top instead of through tilesloor. What articles of value wore burled, and what carious relles of pioneer life may yet be disinterred in tills locality, no one is able to any. Tine skeleton.,; of Mrs. McKuslck's hen and brood of young chickens Ile sontenhere burled leneath that drift` ana it Is gravely asserted that wagons snit logs which lay floating at the water'sedge are prontlacuonsly mingled with what Is now the lake share below Main Street. Mr. Mcl(nalck had planted is young orchard which loss never allies borne—oxcept, the weight of solid suporlmposed upon It to -the depth of eight or tell feet. • . . The coffins of tills fortunate land alldo was the turning of tits channel of a small lake bark of tits bluffs, which had formerly found an outlet lit Brown's Crook. a mile or so abevo town. Mr. MaKusick had bought the lake for a water -power, an(1 by u dam and artificial channel had turned Its course Into,Stillwater. The rahu had been Incessant for several days, slid part of tits dani had broken, away, allowing the water to undermine a portion of tno• Auff. The rushing of tine drift was hoard, slid a motion felt like aellght oartlnpuake, but no one know the cause till the next morning.' Fortunately no one received any Injury. The slide has boost of great advantage to the city. the Boll than deposited being notw very valuable. It would have taken a long time to fill up the marsh by the ordinary lToceas of carting dirt. a ter THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINN ESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, JULY 6, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - June 1, 1992. 2. Case No. DR/92-20 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a six square foot projecting sign at 1-I-8 South Main in the Historic Commercial District. Tracey Mazanec, Applicn't. 3. Case No. DR/92-21 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a six square foot projecting sign, a twenty eight square foot wall sign and paint colors for Winona Knits at 215 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Dan Gremestrud, Applicant. 4. Case No. DR/92-22 - Design Review for a sign program for a wall sign and a free-standing sign for Firstar Bank, 213 East Chestnut Street in the Historic Commercial District. Chris Humphrey, Applicant. 5. Case No. DR/92-23 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a twenty five square foot wall sign at 324 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Tara Dadak, Applicant. 6. Case No. DR/92-24 - Design Review for the placement of a twenty five square foot wall sign and improvements to a structure at 501 North Main Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Susan Sabongi, Applicant. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 0\rlNESO� I a o0 OF TF 11 May 28, 1992 Minnesota Department of Transportation Transportation Building, Mr. Jeff Johnson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission 216 North Fourth Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: St. Paul, MN 55155 Thank you for your letter dated May 5, 1992. Commissioner Denn has asked me to respond to your concern about the eventual disposition of the historic lift bridge. I would like to assure you that the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, as owners of this culturally significant historic structure, are very aware of its importance to ' the area, in addition to its engineering and local transportation value. Our agencies have every intention of fully exploring all options that would result in the preservation of this valuable connection to our past if a new river crossing is constructed. Thank you for your concern. We look forward to working with your organization in the future. Sincerely, William M. Crawford, P.E. ' Division Engineer An Equal Opportunity EmpluYer TAKE M A�ME�R1CAA� R United States Department of the Interior NATIONAL PARK SERVICE IN REPLY REFER TO: L7619(MWR-PQ) ER 90/354 MIDWEST REGION - 1709 JACKSON STREET OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68102-2571 Mr. Jeff Johnson Chairperson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission City Hall, 216 North Fourth Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: J U N 1 6 1992 Thank you for your letter of May 11 to Acting Regional Director Edward D. Carlin expressing your concern for preservation of the existing historic bridge between Stillwater, Minnesota, and Houlton, Wisconsin. The Department of the Interior (DOI) has responded to the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) discussion of alternatives to solve the local peak hour congestion problem at the existing bridge by recommending in its July 10, 1990, letter of comment that the No -Build Alternative be selected to solve this problem. Our Department defined this alternative as "the institution of intensive traffic system management (TSM) measures, the maintenance of the existing historically significant lift bridge for its safe life (approximately 5-15 years), then rehabilitation (or reconstruction) of the old bridge." The DOI made specific recommendations concerning a TSM study and implementation of TSM measures on page 2 of the July 10 letter. It was also stated on page 2 that "any change in this situation should be based on coordinated regional planning that includes multi -agency and citizen input as a first step to identify land uses in the area between U.S.-8 and U.S.-63." As the DOI noted in its November 21, 1990, letter to the Honorable Wally Abrahamsen, Mayor of Stillwater, (copy enclosed): "We stated subsequently in our July 10 letter that if a decision to construct a new crossing should be made, we would recommend the old bridge be removed." A decision by the FHWA to construct any new crossing - bridge or tunnel --would be made against the specific recommendations of our Department. We believe our November 21, 1990, letter to Mayor Abrahamsen describes our vital concern with the historic setting of the entire riverway, which includes a cultural resource complex of a number of interrelated historic elements up and down the river's length. VIC alZ�-U 11ULed in our November 21 letter that we have urged the FHWA to work closely with the State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPO's) for both Minnesota and Wisconsin to provide consultation and guidance in compliance with cultural resources identification and protection mandates. We urge you to provide your expertise and comments to these officials in determining the full range of impacts of all alternatives on all cultural resources, including the historic bridge. Our Department will then be able to more fully evaluate the impacts on such resources of the preferred alternative selected by the FHTdA as described in the final environmental statement, and we will be able to shape our comments on the final statement accordingly. The responsibility for determining and mitigating impacts on Federally listed threatened and endangered species lies with the Federal agency sponsoring a project, in this instance the FHWA. The responsibility for commenting on FHTJA compliance with the Endangered Species Act lies with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service of this Department. We look forward to a thorough DOI review of the final environmental statement in this regard, which should include all survey and planning data and description of provisions for impact mitigation recommended by the following Office; Ms. Lynn Lewis Field Supervisor U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (ES-TCFO) 4101 East 80th Street Bloomington, Minnesota 55420 Thank you for your interest in the protection and preservation of cultural resources. We look forward to receiving a copy of your comments to the FHWA on the final statement. Sincerely, Don H. Cas eberry Regional Director Enclosure 'c: Mr. Anthony L. Andersen, Superintendent, Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway, P.O. Box 708, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024 w/c enc. Mr. Charles Foslien, Division Administrator, Federal Highway Administration, 7th and Robert Streets, Suite 490, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 w/c enc. Mr. James E. St. John, Division Administrator, Federal Highway Administration, 4502 Vernon Boulevard, Madison, Wisconsin 53705-4905 w/c enc. Dr. Nina M. Archabel, Director, Minnesota Historical Society, Fort Snelling History Center, St. Paul, Minnesota 55111 w/c enc. Dr. H. Nicholas Muller III, Director, State Historical Society, 816 State Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53706 w/c enc. Chairman, Minnesota -Wisconsin Boundary Area Commission, 619 Second Street, Hudson, Wisconsin 54016-1576 w/c enc. Dr. William M. Crawford, District Engineer, Minnesota Department of Transportation, Metro District, Transportation Building, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 w/c enc. Dr. Gregory J. Piette, District Director, Wisconsin Department of Transportation, District 8, P.O. Box 429, Superior, Wisconsin 54880 w1c enc. Ms. Ann Weinheimer, Northern Division of Eastern Office, Project Review, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, Old Post Office Building, 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW #809, Washington, D.C. 20004 w/c enc. Mr. Tim Turner, Director, Midwest Regional Office, National Trust for Historic Preservation, 511 16th Street, Suite 700, Denver, Colorado 80202 w/c enc. Ms. Lynn Lewis, Field Supervisor, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (ES-TCFO), 4101 East 80th Street, Bloomington, Minnesota 55420 w/c enc. 4*NESOrq c 3�yr �Qo OF TµP� May 28, 1992 Minnesota Department of Transportation Transportation Building, St. Paul, MN 55155 Mr. Jeff Johnson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission 216 North Fourth Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: Thank you for your letter dated May 5, 1992. Commissioner Denn has asked me to respond to your concern about the eventual disposition of the historic lift bridge. I would like to assure you that the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, as owners of this culturally significant historic structure, are very aware of its importance to the area, in addition to its engineering and local transportation value. Our agencies have every intention of fully exploring all options that would result in the preservation of this valuable connection to our past if a new river crossing is constructed. Thank you for your concern. We look forward to working with your organization in the future. Sincerely, r � William M. Crawford, P.E. Division Engineer An Equal Opporiunit.v Employer c °m a" o p ° m a? 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It would assist the Commission to follow through on the duties assigned by the City Council in the Heritage Preservation Ordinance. DRAFT - LETTER TO ANDERSON AND EXCURSION CO. DearMr. Anderson: _41+ 1l 1 (q I D- At the may;----9-92 ( ? ) meeting of the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission , the Andiamo Excursion and Packet Co. presented a proposal for a plaza for your riverfront operation for design review and permit approval. The Commission was concerned that the structure and amenities such as street furniture be of appropriate design and materials that would be sensitive to the historic nature of the existing water front park and provide continuity as park development moved southward. There was a strong belief that much care be taken with this project since it is City property. One of the conditions for permit approval (see attached minutes) was that the proposed bench design be replaced with one that was more traditional. A photocopy of a more appropriate design style of wood and cast iron was given to Jay Michaels, your representative at that meeting. Upon inspection of the completed project, it was discovered that the above permit condition had not been followed. Instead, without knowledge of the City Planning Department or the Preservation Commission, formed concrete benches and table were in talled. The materials and style are inappropriate and not in ke ing with the overall concept for water front developement. They are in violation of the spirit, intent and agreement of the permit. It is the recommendation of the Preservation Commission that the concrete benches and table be removed at Packet Co. expense and appropriate ones be installed. It is expected that there wil be compliance prior to the 1993 excursion season. The City Planning Department has resource material available to assist you with an appropriate choice. There has been a very cooperative spirit between the Packet Co. and the City. We trust that you will rectify the non-compliance now that it has been brought to your attention. le* 0 ater r THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNES0TA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, JUNE 11, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - May 4, 1992. 2. Case No. DR/92-18 - Design Review for a plaza area for the Andiamo Boat Transient Landing on the St. Croix River in the Downtown Plan Area. Dick Anderson, Applicant. 3. Case No. DR/92-19 - Design Review for an adaptive reuse project of the historic kiln at Staples Mill, 401 North Main Street. Monty Brine, Applicant. 4. Lowell Park Study, One hour. - Review research gathered (1890-1940) - Research City Council minutes (books will be provided at meeting). - Comment on historic elements of the park. 5. Reuse study of the west wing of Stillwater Junior High School, Preservation Alliance of Minnesota. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. DR/92-18 Project Location: On the St. Croix River. Comprehensive Plan District: Two Family Zoning District: RB Applicant's Name: Dick Anderson Type of Application: Design Review Permit PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Design Review for a Boating Plaza for the St. Croix Boat and Packet Company. Discussion: The request is to construct a Plaza Area and Staging Area for the Andiamo Boats. This Plaza, recommended in the Downtown Plan, is being constructed with private funds but will be used by the general public. The elements of the Plaza as shown in the site plan are: - A kiosk - A paver brick area - Timber for a deck area - Benches - Landscaping The applicant or representative will present samples of the kiosk, benches, lighting and paving materials at meeting time. No signage has been proposed. The applicant should show specifically where all these elements will be located. RECOMMENDATIONS: Approval as per review of kiosk, benches, lighting and paving materials. ATTACHMENTS: - Site plan. - Proposal. i k 2 1? 4E oN f V) k A. 121 SCOPE OF PROJECT: The project consists of the construction of a timber retaining wall, installation of one catch basin to handle surface drainage, construction of a treated timber deck with installation of five treated timber railing and light supports, installation of five concrete pads for park bench seating, installation of one concrete dumpster pad, installation of a paver brick patio area, site improvements for improving runoff from the adjacent Brick Alley parking lot, and installation of an asphalt access road and area for parking of service vehicles. WORK TO BE COMPLETED BY OTHERS: The following items are to be furnished and installed by others: realignment of power, sewer, and water lines to the docks, all the electrical work and installation of overhead lighting, construction of an information kiosk which will cover power boxes, installation of railing along river edge of deck, park benches, and finish land- scaping and plantings in park area. SPECIFICATIONS AND PHASING: PHASE 1---EXCAVATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF CATCH BASIN With a backhoe, excavate area on river side of retaining wall to establish a level footing for wall construction. Excavate trench for storm sewer piping to allow for proper runoff. Construct a catch basin system of 15" PVC catch box, tied to and 10" PVC pipe for runoff. Grill work for catch basin is to be supplied by the City of Stillwater. PHASE 2---CONSTRUCTION OF RETAINING WALL Install brown 5x6 treated timber retaining wall along river.side of project as shown on site plan. Install brown 5x6 treated timber boarders for deck support. Install five brown treated timber railing and light supports along back edge of retaining wall. Timbers to be 5"x 6"x 8' brown treated pine to .40 CCA and double dipped in brown oil based stain. Backfill retaining wall with pit run sand to flush with grade. PHASE 3---CONSTRUCTION OF DECKING Install deck area on top of new retaining wall and timber boarder. Support system for decking is to be constructed of green treated timber to .40 CCA, with actual decking to be 2"x 6" brown treated decking material to .40 CCA. All nails, screws, and hardware to be galvanized to prevent corrosion. Total area of decking is approx. 750 sq. ft.. Deck will be built to meet building code requirements for decks under 4' height. PHASE 4---CONSTRUCTION OF CONCRETE BENCH & DUMPSTER PADS Excavate areas as needed to bring areas to finish grade. Install five 4'x 10' concrete bench pads and one 10'x 12' concrete dumpster pad. PHASE 5---CONSTRUCTION OF PATIO AREA Grade off area where pavers are to be placed, and install paver edge restraints. Install Courtland Court Rec design paver bricks in the herringbone pattern. Color to be Courtland 023B red and black blend. PHASE 6---DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AND ASPHALT PAVING In area along edge of gravel parking area, install recycled Class Five gravel base material as needed to shape drainage area to final grades. Install one load of Limestone rip -rap for erosion control on gravel areas. Shape area to be paved with Recycled Class Five gravel base. Make saw cut in existing pavement to allow for smooth transition between existing and new asphalt. Install 3" MNDOT 2341 asphalt wear mix in access road and parking area. Install asphalt swail to redirect the water from Brick Alley parking lot. CONTRACTORS AND SUBCONTRACTORS Jay Michels and Asphalt Specialties Co. will act as the general contractor and be responsible for construction supervision and administration. Anticipated sub -contractors involved the in the project are Tim Ritzer of Ritzer Excavation and Jim Peters of Land Masters Limited. All contractors that are involved in the project carry full liability and work-mens compensation insurance. All of the contractors involved in the project will furnish Certificates of Insurance if requested. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The entire balance due on the project will be due at the time of completion of the work as specified above. Any changes in the project will require signed change orders before any work is to proceed. Any contractor or sub -contractor who begins work without a signed change order is liable for any damages amounting from any disagreements over the work that is involved. SCHEDULING AND TIME OF COMPLETION: The project will begin within five working days of approval by the City agencies involved and the St. Croix Boat & Packet Co.. The project shall be coordinated such that construction shall proceed in an orderly manner. Access to the docks and operations of the St. Croix Boat and Packet Co. shall be maintained at all times. It is anticipated that the project shall be completed within three weeks of start, barring any unforseen conditions. PERMITS: The St. Croix Boat and Packet Co. shall be responsible for the cost and acquisition of any permits necessary for the construction as has been described. PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. DR/92-19 Meeting: June 1, 1992 Project Location: 401 North Main Street Comprehensive Plan District: Central Business District/Downtown Plan Area Zoning District: CBD Applicant's Name: Monty Brine Type of Application: Design Review Permit Project Description: Design Review permit for an adaptive reuse project of the historic kiln. DISCUSSION: The request is to reuse the historic kiln (ca. 1853) into a commercial space. The kiln is part of the Staples Mill site which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The space is virtually intact and very primitive. The applicant is proposing to keep this character in the plan. The north and south elevations will echo an historic commercial storefront within the realm of the vacant area. The owners are seeking tax credit certification on this project and are also working with Charles Nelson at the SHPO office. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. A sign plan for the building shall be submitted. 2. Any street furniture or landscaping shall be reviewed as part of this project. FINDINGS: The proposed adaptive reuse project meets the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines and Preservation Ordinance. ATTACHMENTS: - Sign - Graphics 10 Y rz o- a .1AY-2S- J2 THU 1 0 : 47 SANDER AND ASSOCIATES P - 02 STILL WATER RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT TIMELINE Year Description of Development 1886 Brick and Stone City Water Pump built at south end of Park 1887 Union Station built. Source of Information Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota Historic Reconstruction of the ',,Riverfront: Stillwater, a Minnesota 1888 Square built at Bridge on Chestnut Street. Union Station built with platform extending to Chestnut. Open space (200 sq. ft.) between railroad platform and Water Street was graded. Transfer Company filled in along the riverfront on its property out 50 feet or more and then rip -rapped shoreline. St. Paul and Duluth Railroad Roundhouse with platform, water tower and Turntable built at Mulberry Point 1891 City Engine House built at south end of Park Stillwater Daily Gazette May 7, 1888 M Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1897 Roundhouse at Mulberry Point razed. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota City Horse Shed built at south end of park along. _- west property line. 1900 Turntable and water tower at Mulberry Point razed. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota MAY - 2 S- S 2 T H U 1 0: 4 7 SANDER AND ASSOCIATES 1907 City Horse shed razed. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1911 Park area developed in the area south of the bridge. Newspaper Article (unknown) Park included: l . concrete benchwall (2' high)' 2. stone retaining/levee wall, 3. 40 feet wide landing area, proposed to be surfaced with sandstone or tar macadam, 4. twin set of paths with flower bed between, 5. a lawn area, and 6. hedging. 1916 Plans approved for the extension of Lowell Park northward from Chestnut Street to a line 75 feet north of Myrtle Street. Pilings for floating walk to serve as a landing facility installed north of Myrtle Street extending into the river. Large floating dock and supplementary walks installed for small boats and shoreline protection. Northern Pacific turned over care of the square between the Union Station and the Lumbermen's Exchange Building to the Commission and restricted its use exclusively for park purposes. The grounds between Chestnut and Myrtle Streets improved in accordance with approved plans. This included: 1. paving block installation, 2. filling of the riverfront, especially in the vicinity of Myrtle Street, 3. grading for the Sunken Garden, 4. construction of the Cement Fountain Pool and Steps, and 5. the installation of walks and roadways.: Brick and stone city pump house at south end of Park rebuilt Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report - Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota R . 0 3 1917 Contributions taken for flagpole at Park. Contributions to be used for: 1. flagpole (100 feet tall), 2. two flags, and 3. a big electric light atop pole. Trees, ornamental shrubbery and flowers installed in the extension of Lowell Park northward from Chestnut Street to a line 75 feet north of Myrtle Street. Water service connected to Concrete Fountain Pool. Stillwater Daily Gazette April 28, 1917 Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report Drinking Fountain installed and the Park repiped. The East Side Lumber Company gave the City 3/4 Stillwater Park Commission of a mile of the Wisconsin shoreline. Annual Report (1928) 1918 Morell and Nichols Plans for the Parking of Stillwater. Park Commission Stillwater accepted. Annual Report 1919. Park extended northward to include Mulberry Stillwater Park Commission Point. Annual Report Photograph shows the Park south of the bridge and Runk Photographs No. 156 includes the following: and 157 - July 1919 1. concrete benchwall and steps, 2. concrete levee landing, 3. two globe light standards located on step cheekwall, 4. twin crushed stone paths with flower bed between, and 5. a lawn area. 1922 Ground north of Myrtle Street graded and equipped Stillwater Park Commission . with paths and landscaping. Annual Report 1923 Tourist Camp developed at Wisconsin end of bridge. Pavilion completed at foot of Myrtle Street Grading completed from the Pavilion to the old Staples Elevator. Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report MAY-28-92 THU 10 : 4'g SANDER AND ASSOC I AYES P 1924 Grading completed to oil tank. Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report Lighting to the Pavilion, Lowell Park and boat dock. Standard Oil Co. Wagon Sheds and Tanks at Mulberry Point razed. City Engine House at south end of Park razed. 1927 No major Park improvements mentioned. 1928 Roadway around Mulberry Point completed. Highway Bridge controversy (Mulberry Point location versus Chestnut Street location). Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report Postcard of Sunken Garden shows: Postcard 1. wood slat steel park benches (possible from the Hennecke Company), 2. formal shrub and flower plantings, 3. Cement Fountain Pool with a tall single water jet surrounded by b smaller jets, 4. concrete steps, and S. crushed stone paths. Why isn't the Pavilion visible? Postcard shows similar conditions as those shown Postcard in 1919 Runk photographs. 1929 River dredged and material used to improve soils Stillwater Park Commission on Wisconsin shoreline to encourage plant growth. Annual Report 1930 Morell and Nichols Plan for the approach to the Stillwater Park Commission new bridge accepted. Annual Report Construction of a ferry from Mulberry Point to the Tourist Camp mentioned. Planting completed at Mulberry Point. Interstate Bridge built. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota MAY - 2 S- 9 2 T H U 10: 4 9 SANDER AND A S S O r I A Y E S 1932 Bandstand erected at Mulberry Point Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report Why are there no photographs of bandstand? 1933 Simonet Rug Company factory building at south Historic Reconstruction of the end of Park razed (built'in 1866) Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1934 Postcard shows new bridge from the south end of Postcard the Park. Acorn light fixtures used on bridge. 1936 Postcard shows hedge along west edge of Park. N 1937 Park Board and City Council agreed to complete half of the proposed waterfront improvement project before the water rose as a result of the completion of the Red Wing Dam. Pavilion remodeled 1940Mention of white washing the Cement Fountain Pool. The Elmore Lowell flagpole erected at the south end of the Park. 1941 Postcard shows the following changes made to the Sunken Garden: 1. the garden is no longer sunken, 2. the water jets feature in the pool had been replaced with a child statue that ejected a vertical stream of water with four jets coming out from the base, 3. levee and roadway reconfigured, and 4. an acorn light fixture sited by the Pavilion. Postcard Gazette (1987) 'Fifty Years Ago...' Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota Courier 'Backward Glance/1940' Postcard 1966 Pavilion enclosed and converted to toilet building. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota P . 0 6 MAY - 2 S- 3 2 T H U 1 0_ 5 0 SANDER AND ASSOCIATES P 0 T 1957 Postcard shows Pavilion as a toilet building. . Postcard 1960 Brick and stone City Pump House at south end of Historic Reconstruction of the Park razed Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota City Lift Station built (1 story brick). Union Station razed. 1961 Bartles Minnesota Oil Co. and J.J. Kilty & Sons Oil Co. sheds and tanks near Mulberry Point razed. 1984 Pavilion restored to open air structure. ` Rip -rap placed north and south of levee wall. One story brick toilet building constructed at south end of Park adjacent to pumping station. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota Gazette (numerous articles) MAY - 2 S- 9 2 T H U 1 0: 5 1 SANDER AND ASSOCIATES P. 08 STILLWATER RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT The following plans, maps and other graphics have been obtained: 1. 1916 - Grading Plan for the Sunken Garden at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 2. 1916 - Planting Plan for the Sunken Garden at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 3. 1916 - Construction Details of Pool and Steps for Sunken Garden at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 4. 1916 - Typical Section thru Sunken Garden, Pergola & Steps at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 5. 1918 - General Plan of City of Stillwater with proposed Highway Bridge locations. 6. 1922 - Construction Drawings for the Pavilion at End of Myrtle Street (Morell & Nichols) P RE$ERVATION ALLIANCE of Minnesota May 27, 1992 Mr. .Jeff Johnson Historic Preservation Commission City of Stillwater 216 N. 4th Street Stillwater, MN 55082 N Dear Mr. Johnson: - School District #834 and the City of Stillwater have secured the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota to conduct a reuse study of the West Wing of the Stillwater Junior High School at West Pine and 3rd Street. The Consultation Team will be on -site June 12-13. During this two -clay period there will be three interview sessions when meetings with members of the Stillwater community will be scheduled. The Executive Board of the Alliance invites you and the other members of the Commission to participate in -this interview process. 7f you wish to participate as a group, or individually, please call the Historic. Courthouse in Stillwater at 430.-6233, and indicate your choice of time: June 12: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 2 p.ai.-4 p.m. June 13: 10 a.m.-12:00 noon The interviews will be approximately 15' minutes in length. We look forward to meeting you and we thank you for your interest. Very truly yours, Rolf Anderson President Pp9l 0fflce IIox 5t1280 Minncapoliy, Minncsoto 55458-2804 ter aT THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: STEVE RUSSELL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR DATE: AUGUST 18, 1992 SUBJECT: CITY PLANNING REVIEW OF DOWNTOWN PROJECTS. There are several Downtown, or Downtown related, projects that are in various stages of planning or project review and development; i.e. CUB office, hotel, grocery store, parking structures, housing, and Lowell Park. Some of these projects are related. The City of Stillwater has several committees that will review aspects of the various projects. The committees, or commissions, include the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Parking Task Force, Downtown Implementation Committee and ultimately the City Council. Because of the extensive nature of Downtown activity and the need for input, it is suggested that a special Downtown Project Review Task Force be formed to work with Staff and the various developers regarding their projects. By establishing the Task Force with representatives from the City committees, it will be easier to get timely yet comprehensive input representing the various interests of the Downtown area and the broader community. The development projects would still have to go through the normal channels of planning and design review and approval, but with the task force input provided early in the project development process so that when the projects are ready for review by the respective committees they will have addressed the critical committee concerns. It is suggested that the Downtown Project Review Task Force have representation as follows: Planning Commission (2), Heritage Preservation Commission (2)., Parking Task Force (2), Downtown Action Committee (2), City Council (2). This ten member committee would meet on an "as needed" basis to provide input to Staff and the developers regarding the various downtown related projects. The Committee would provide input and guidance but would° not make the final decisions. RECOMMENDATION: Consider establishing Downtown Project Review Task Force. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 . 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DR/92-22 PLANNER PobIocki and Sons, an architectural sign firm out of Milwaukee, submitted an unacceptable sign package for Firstar Bank at 213 East Chestnut Street. It included a 21 foot internally illuminated sign for Second Street and a six foot monument sign for Chestnut Street. Apparently, this contractor has never been to Stillwater. After discussions with the architects, revised plans according to sign regulations il% be presented at meeting time. \ CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ter am THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEMBERS FROM: ANN PUNG-TERWEDO.►^� DATE: AUGUST 11, 1992 SUBJECT: BED AND BREAKFAST ORDINANCE In the last few months, concerns have been raised in regard to Bed and Breakfast establishments and the present ordinance. Some issues relevant to preservation include the size of the Bed and Breakfast, preservation of existing housing, and encouragement of restoration. The Planning Commission met with some Bed and Breakfast owners at their August 10 meeting to discuss the present ordinance and issues concerning the impacts of Bed and Breakfasts. It was decided that the Preservation Commission should have input into the Bed and Breakfast issue and if amendments should be made. It was further concluded that a subcommittee should be established to look into the Bed and Breakfast issue. The Committee presently consists of Darwin Wald, Angela Anderson, Duane Hubbs, Chuck Dougherty and Bruce and Vicki Brillhart. I am looking for two Heritage Preservation Commission members to serve on this subcommittee. You will probably meet only twice in the next couple of months with the subcommittee. These meetings will be in the late afternoon. Please contact me at 439-6121 if you are willing to serve. THANK YOU!! CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ter a[ THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - July 6, 1992. 2. Case No. DR/92-25 - Design Review for a sign permit for a six square foot projecting sign for a second story business at 221 East Chestnut Street in the Historic Commercial District. Nancy Stone, Applicant. 3. Case No. DR/92-26 - Design Review for a sign permit for two signs facing two (2) street faces for a business in the rear of a structure at 401 Nsf-t-ti Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Sondra Gozzi, Applicant. 4. Case No. DR/92-27 - Design Review for a sign permit for a ten square foot wall sign for a business at 124 South Second Street (formerly Edina Realty). Cynthia Hagle and Wendy Haller, Applicants. 5. Lowell Park Illustrative Concept Plan. 6. Stillwater Context Study. 7. Preliminary recommendations on west wing of Stillwater Junior High School. Other Business. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION CASE NO. DR/92725 MEETING DATE: August 3, 1992 PROJECT LOCATION: 221 East Chestnut Street COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: Central Business District ZONING DISTRICT: CBD APPLICANT'S NAME: Nancy Stone TYPE OF APPLICATION: Design Review PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Design Review for a sign permit for a six square foot projecting sign at 221 East Chestnut Street. DISCUSSION: The request is to place a six square foot projecting sign at 221 East Chestnut Street. No elevation was submitted. The colors are green, black, and off-white as stated. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The sign shall be located below the first story parapet or transom area. RECOMMENDATION: Approval as conditioned. FINDINGS: The proposed sign meets the intent of the Sign Ordinance and Downtown Design Guidelines. ATTACHMENTS: - Sign Logo. DATE OWNER' NAME Permit No. a�J Fee SIGN PERMIT APPLICATION CITY OF STILLWATER APPLICANT'S NAME4"mr, , G!zf� APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE C i ��-APPLICANT'S OWNERS r _. ADDRESS '.,° ADDRESS-'� '?�'� TELEPHONE NUMBER �j� '��7n TELEPHONE NUMBER CONTRACTORS f CONTRACTORS �+ NAME ADDRESS �;° �-� .�; �YP � "� - TELEPHONE NUMBER 130 -, .STREET LOCATION OF PROPERTY `E DEBLKIPTION OF FAOOOITIONY COT -- SIGN PLANS: Attach plans showing the sign size, location and type of material used. If the sign is to be mounted on a building, show an elevation of the building and sign. CONDITIONS OF PERMIT APPROVAL: APPROVED: DENIED: Community Development Director CF her. .. Aom Iti T I tj I.. i6 5b k WAMAS-M tv% Off LkAHIif �p,�ckqromj color �ot) jjc�AT ' L11 OFF Lb fA ITC- 0!Du- PLO 0 G eeh Lao rd'i� Do P(Iiw-oc _g73 - �3S7< 14 DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION CASE NO. DR/92-26 Meeting Date: August 3, 1992 Project Location: 139 Nelson Street Comprehensive Plan District: Central Business District Zoning District: CBD Applicant's Name: Sondra Gozzi Type of Application: Design Review Project Description: Design Review for a sign permit for two (2) signs for a business in the rear of a structure on a corner lot. Discussion• The request is to place two (2) signs for a business in the rear of the Vittorio's Building at the corner of Main and Nelson Streets. One sing will be approximately six square feet and face Nelson Street. The other sign will be placed on the same site but on the side of the stone garage building which actually faces Main Street. The colors of the signs will be grey, tan and white with a logo of a wolf. An exterior sign is located within the Vittorio's complex which does not have street frontage. This signage is not regulated by the Ordinance according to the wording of street face and street frontage (visibility of signage from public streets). CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The temporary Ice Cream Float Banner on Main Street shall be removed. 2. No additional signage is allowed. FINDINGS: The sign proposal meets the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines. ATTACHMENTS: - Letter - Permit Application - Elevation Steve Russell Community Development Director City Hall 216 North Fourth Stillwater, MN. 55082 Dear Steve: July 9,1992 Enclosed, please find Our application for sign permits relating to two proposed pieces for Wolf Pass Gallery. The total square footage, of these two signs, equals less than 23 square feet. PLease allow us to retain the two temporary signs, which are now at these locations, until the new signs have been completed and erected. Thank You, in advance, for Your considerations. Sincei`ely, , ' "J -L�Al Sondra Gozzi Wolf Pass Gallery SIGN PERMIT APPLICATION CITY OF STILLWATER Z DATE uL11 �, (�j�Z OWNER'S NAME / oLc �.�s (� At-L OWNER'S 'x -74 ° ADDRESS Permit No. Fee5� APPLICANT'S NAME APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE L APPLICANT'S 4° L �,• /,)AIt, ".) ADDRESS_ r c-L---xe_4T�/L , /v\ nt.� M' TELEPHONE NUMBER g_cj p 46 6 TELEPHONE NUMBER q CONTRACTORS 1 E �/��/ CONTRACTORS NAME �v' l�t'GS ADDRESS (,J-Z TELEPHONE NUMBER 71 �06 s STREET LOCATION OF PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY �/ Y S �i�a�' /�� LOT BLK. ADDITION SIGN PLANS: Attach plans showing the sign size, location and type of material used. If the sign is to be mounted on a building, show an elevation of the building and sign. CONDITIONS OF PERMIT APPROVAL: APPROVED: DENIED: Community Development Director WOLF PASSE _`� �'J � r_-•', GALLERY I . 9T. J TL3 J ! 0 ------- --- - - CAJrv7tt,)v Dr b) 0 L V r A c A-t" To or c, IJ cfT7-,S �: I /J 0 NC) e. To I PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO. DR/92-27 Planning Commission Meeting: August 3, 1992 Project Location: 124 South Second Street Comprehensive Plan District: Central Business District Zoning District: CBD Applicant's Name: Cynthia Hagle Type of Application: Design Review PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Design Review for the placement of an approximate ten square foot wall sign. DISCUSSION: The request is to place a ten square foot wall sign at 224 South Second Street to replace the existing Edina Realty sign. The applicant has stated that both Edina Realty signs will be removed. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. All Edina Realty signs shall be removed. RECOMMENDATION: Approval as conditioned. FINDINGS: The proposal meets the intent of the Sign Ordinance. ATTACHMENTS: - Application - Sign Plans DATE % OWNER ' s �yrrfhi� �a yl e NAME LJ��/� Permit No. Fee 5� SIGN PERMIT APPLICATION CITY OF STILLWATER APPLICANT'S NAME - APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE th S�,i�w fig- / 3 3 7 . � h �h t OWNER'S 337 SO -� /� — 5'• APPLICANT'S � ADDRESS--22/ i��yrs ��Vc� G�/1�L ADDRESS 3�� ! �� y39- ;7S- -11.3q'z/57J� TELEPHONE NUMBER_�,s�_ qo 7y TELEPHONE NUMBER CONTRACTORS CONTRACTORS � • NAME ADDRESS, TELEPHONE NUMBER .STREET LOCATION OF PROPERTY LEGAL 'DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY LOT BLK. ADOITIO�k SIGN PLANS: Attach plans showing the sign size, location and type of material used. If the sign is to be mounted on a building, show an elevation of the building and sign,; CONDITIONS OF PERMIT APPROVAL: ti ti M CIQ _ C APPROVED: DENIED: Community Development Director Q- I. (I _ PRESERVATION ALLIANCE of Minnesota June 28, 1992 Dr. David L. Wettergren Superintendent of Schools Stillwater Area Schools 1875 South Greeley Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Dr. Wettergren: Enclosed are the initial findings, conclusions, and recommendations of the reuse study team. Also enclosed are a summary of the various issues surrounding the potential reuse of the building, a list of proposed uses, and initial cost estimates for rehabilitation and operation. Please let me know if you have any questions concerning this information. Sincerely, Rolf T. Anderson President Post Office Box 582804 . Minneapolis, Minnesota 5 5 4 5 8 - 2 8 0 4 ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA August 10, 1992 Mr. James Laskin 308 East Chestnut Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Jim: The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission has nominated you for a Preservation Alliance of Minnesota's Annual Preservation Award. This has been done in gratitude for your project at 308 East Chestnut Street. We appreciate your sincere efforts in preservation of Downtown Stillwater. This award is a state-wide honor for individuals who actively and sincerely care about historic structures in Minnesota. Again, Thank you. Sincerely, 4 Jef Johns n Chairperson Heritage Preservation Commission CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ater 1 � THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA August 10, 1992 Mr. Richard Kilty 118 West Oak Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mr. Kilty: The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission has nominated you for a Preservation Alliance of Minnesota's Annual Preservation Award. This has been done in gratitude for your project at 200 South Third Street, which we feel merits this award. This is a state-wide honor for individuals who actively and sincerely care about historic structures in Minnesota. If you have any questions, you can give me a call. Again, thank you. Sincerely, Jeff Johnson Chairperson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission 439-2179 CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ter. THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - July 6, 1992. 2. Case No. DR/92-25 - Design Review for a sign permit for a six square foot projecting sign for a second story business at 221 East Chestnut Street in the Historic Commercial District. Nancy Stone, Applicant. 3. Case No. DR/92-26 - Design Review for a sign permit for two signs facing two (2) street faces for a business in the rear of a structure at 401 North Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Sondra Gozzi, Applicant. 4. Case No. DR/92-27 - Design Review for a sign permit for a ten square foot wall sign for a business at 124 South Second Street (formerly Edina Realty). Cynthia Hagle and Wendy Haller, Applicants. 5. Lowell Park Illustrative Concept Plan. 6. Stillwater Context Study. 7. Preliminary recommendations on west wing of Stillwater Junior High School. Other Business. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 13e.� VL.%eo(-C 13 o �r,.'C', �S co -7/ W Al Li Ul --- uiru-u u u L4- rs-u ter,.- _._ .. _ -+.,, �,,f•�!�".;«. iL'r�i ,,tir CcvrL t ATe L1.1r StGc� Pew+ �T V lid T-F lU l'f) 1— C e 3 L ✓lM cl S �� 20 a �tiT O OF TRP�# May 28, 1992 Minnesota Department of Transportation Transportation Building, Mr. Jeff Johnson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission 216 North Fourth Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: St. Paul, MN 55155 Thank you for your letter dated May 5, 1992. Commissioner Denn has asked me to respond to your concern about the eventual disposition of the historic lift bridge. I would like to assure you that the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, as owners of this culturally significant historic structure, are very aware of its importance to the area, in addition to its engineering and local transportation value. Our agencies have every intention of fully exploring all options that would result in the preservation of this valuable connection to our past if a new river crossing is constructed. Thank you for your concern. We look forward to working with your organization in the future. Sincerely, William M. Crawford, P Division Engineer An Equal Opportunity £rnpkwer vA D L. LIEBERMAN r90 Warren Street Brooklyn, New York 11201 (212) 522-3469 EMPLOYMENT Kramer, Lcvin, Nessen, Kamm & Frankel, New York, New York Associate, February 1982 - June 1984 Duties Include work in all areas of corporate practice, Including 1933 Act, 1934 Act, 1940 Act, mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buy-outs and offshore and domestic money market fund development. Specialization in all aspects of the alcoholic bev- erage industry. Marshall, Bratter, Greene, Allison & Tucker, New York, New York Summer Associate, June 1979 - August 1979 Associate, August 1980 - February 1982 Duties included work in all areas of domestic and foreign taxation, legislative lobbying and tax planning in conjunction with real estate and corporate transactions. Robert Feinsehreiber & Associates, New York, New York Research Associate, June 1976 - September 1978 (flt summers) Duties included domestic and International tax research. International Tax Journal, New York; New York Assistant Editor, June 1976 - September 1978 (f1t summers) Duties included editing international tax articles. EDUCATION Hofstra University School of Law J.D. May 1980 Honom: Articles Editor, Hofstra Law Rcview Research Assistant to Professor A. Twerski, 1978-79 Columbia University School of International Affairs Masters In International Affairs, October 1978 Specialization: International Economics Hennes: Research Assistant, Institutc of War and Peace Studies, 1976-77 Editor, Journal of International Affairs Quccns College (C.U.N.Y.) B.A. June 1976 Sumrna cum laude 11onors: Dean's List all semesters Eeonomicz Honors Society Research Assistant, Economics Department, 1975-76 MISCELLANEOUS Strong working knowledge of French Expert level knowledge of foreign and domestic wines Teacher of wine appreciation course for profa-isionals REFERENCES Av2ilahle upon request • ri • r�1 i 11 1FT Minnesota Transportation Museum e JOHN W. DIERS, Chairman • 2500 W. 54th Street • Minneapolis, MN 55410 `e e� March 12,1992 Jeff Johnson, Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, City Hall, 216 North 4th, Stillwater, Minnesota, 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: The Museum is disappointed that it will not be a regular part of Stillwater's summer in 1992. Our association over the past 10 years has been very important to the Museum and its membership. We will, as I stated in my letter to Mayor Abrahamson, make every effort to be present for Stillwater's Lumberjack Days. Regrettably our operation will have to confined to the Stillwater city limits due to the Washington County Ordinance. Availability of 328 is questionable at this time. Because of the lengthy legal battle with Washington County, the Museum has no funds to make repairs to the locomotive. Approximately $15,000 would be required to make 328 run in 1992. Various foundations associated with Andersen Corporation will be approached for assistance. We are also considering a request to the City of Stillwater and its business community for help with 328. Any help which your organization could provide would be much appreciated. Sincerely, John W. Diers Inc. Minnesota Transportation Museum, Inc. P.O. Box 1796, Pioneer Station, St. Paul, MN 55101-0796 Accredited by the Minnesota Historical Society �•r.I City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Jeff Johnson, Chairman 216 N. Fourth St. Stillwater, MST 55082 Dear Jeff: In response to your letter concerning the activities of the M.T.M. and Engine #328 in Stillwater for 1992, we have enclosed a copy of "Locomotive & Railway Preservation" which features #328 on the cover and includes an extensive article on the history of M.T.M. beginning on page 34. Specific historical infor- mation and a 1947 photo of #328 are on page 41. As you know our plans for Stillwater are limited this summer. #328 currently requires repairs which will cost several thousands of dollars before she will be able to7operate.`TTTM has applied to the Anderson Foundation for a grant of funds for that specific purpose. The Anderson company and MTM have had a long and successful relationship, so we hope they will be of some assistance. MTM is in contact with the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce to hopefully coordinate participation in this years LumberJack Days festival. M M is also also keeping posted,through Stillwater members, on the City's plans to celebrate a Sesquicentennial in 1993. M.TM appreciates the support received from the City of Stillwater in the past and looks towards future possiblities for railroading in Stillwater. Please share thisccmmunication with your fellow commission members and circulate this letter and magazine to Mayor Abrahamson and the city planning staff. Sincerely, 'J Marls S . Balay member, Stillwate Depot Committee cc: John Diers, Bob Thompson P RE$ERVATION ALLIANCE of Minnesota May 27, 1.992 Mr, Jeff Johnson Historic Preservation Commission City of Stillwater 216 N. 4th Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mr.'Johnson;- School District #834 and the City of Stillwater have secured the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota to conduct a reuse study of the West Wing of the Stillwater Junior High School at West Pine and 3rd Street. The Consultation: Team will be on -site June 12-13. During this two-day period there will be three interview sessions when meetings with members of the Stillwater communiLy will he scheduled. The Executive Board of the Alliance invites you and the other members o£ the Commission Co participate in -this interview process. Tf you wi4h to participate as a group, or individually, please call the Historic. Courthouse in Stillwater at 43Q-6233, and indicate your choice of time: June 12: 11 a.m.-12!30 p.m. 2 p.m.-4 p.m. June 13: 10 a.m.-12:00 noon The interviews will be approximately 15 minutes in length. We look forward to meeting you and we thank you for your intereat. Very truly yours, Rolf Anderson President Ap91 Ufflce-Box-StlZ8p4 Minncap()ii-I, M I n n c s o t a 55458-2804 THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA May 5, 1992 Commissioner James Denn Minnesota Department of Transportation 395 John Ireland Blvd. St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 Dear Commissioner Denn: The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, established my local ordinance and identified by the Minnesota Historical Society, is concerned with the disposition of the existing Stillwater/Houlton Interstate Bridge once it has been determined when a new bridge will be built over the St. Croix River. We would like to emphasize that the Historic Lift Bridge is part of the cultural integrity of the riverway along with the Stillwater Downtown Historic Commercial District which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Department of Interior has ignored their obligation to identify and preserve our cultural history which is just as important as the natural, scenic bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley. The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission hopes that the Minnesota Department of Transportation can prioritize its efforts as part of the new bridge project in order to pursue all possible solutions to preserve the Historic Lift Bridge. We believe that there are many opportunities which will benefit local transportation while keeping the cultural heritage of our community as a significant visual monument over the St. Croix River. If you need assistance from our Commission in the future, please contact Steve Russell at 439-6121. Sincerely, Jeff Johnson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ik�iater -ZIN THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA May 11, 1992 Edward D. Carlin Regional Director United States Department of Interior National Park Service Midwest Region 1709 Jackson Street Omaha, Nebraska 68102-2571 Dear Mr. Carlin: The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission in Stillwater, Minnesota, a Certified Local Government by the National Park Service according to the National Historic Preservation Amendments Act of 1980 (P.L.96-515), is very concerned and disappointed in the Department of Interior's (DOI) comments and position on the removal of the existing historic Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge once a new bridge is constructed over the St. Croix River. You have stated removal of the bridge would enhance the historic character of Stillwater by eliminating traffic congestion and noise caused by the present bridge. This reasoning of the DOI ignores the visual image of the bridge and its distinct features which compliment the historic flavor of the community we are trying to preserve. The traffic congestion which will be eliminated by building a new bridge will extend the life of the historic bridge thereby preserving its future. This lift bridge is one of two lift bridges remaining in Minnesota and therefore is of rare cultural significance. The National Park Service has also failed to realize the environmental consequences in removal of the historic bridge on endangered species. Protected by the Federal Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, (16USC1531-1543) includes the Higgen's Eye/Pearly Mussel known to exist in the St. Croix River. These mussels were found in the shelter of an existing bridge which was removed downstream and were unsuccessfully relocated when the bridge was removed. Our Downtown Stillwater Commercial Historic District, which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, includes sixty three contributing buildings, three contributing structures, one contributing object and two contributed sites. Of these historic resources, our Levee Wall and Lowell Park are on the St. Croix River. These sites were developed during the same period the Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge was constructed. The visual incorporation of the bridge entrance, the Levee Wall, and Lowell Park bring the City of Stillwater into the riverway as a cultural resource. The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act states "It is hereby declared to be the policy of the United States that selected rivers of the Nation which with their immediate environments possess outstanding remarkable scenic, recreational, CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 Edward Carlin Regional Director United States Department of Interior Page Two geological, fish and wildlife, historic and cultural or other similar values shall be preserved in free -flowing condition and trust they and their immediate environments be protected for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations." The Stillwater/Houlton Bridge on the St. Croix River and the Downtown Stillwater Commercial Historic District integral of these immediate environments need to be preserved. We would also point out this section of the river is the recreational area that encourages the development of public roads, boat launches and cultural development with no restriction on the placement or number of bridge structures. It is the Department of Interior's responsibility to consider historic and cultural resources in the protection and preservation of our recreationally designated Wild and Scenic River system. Stillwater and the Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge are important resources along the river which should not be ignored. The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission urges the Department of Interior not to neglect their statutory responsibility to address the protection of our Nation's historic resources and to convey the intent of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act for a recreational designated segment of the St. Croix River without preference or bias. We hope you will recognize the bridge as part of historic integrity of Stillwater as shown on the attached postcard. Thank you for your time. Si e ely, Je Johnson, Chairperson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission JJ/sm COPIES MAILED TO: Mr. Frank M. Mayer Federal Highway Administration Dr. Nina M.* Archabal Director, Minnesota Historical Society Dr. H. Nicholas Muller III Director, Wisconsin State Historical Society Mr. James Harris Chairman Minnesota -Wisconsin Boundary Area Commission Mr. William M. Crawford ..ri, District Engineer, Minnesota Department of Transportation Ms. Ann Weinheimer Northern Discison of Eastern Office, Project Review Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Dennis Gimmestad Minnesota Historical Society Mr. Don L. Klimia Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Mr. Tim Turner Director, Midwest Regional Office National Trust for Historic Preservation Mr. Robert F. Welford Field Supervisor, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Mr. James Denn Commissioner Minnesota Department of Transportation Cultural Resource Division National Park Service Mike Lewis Minnesota Department of Transportation Mary Beekman Wisconsin Department of Transportation Mr. Don Castleberry Regional Director Midwest Regional Office, National Park Service Mr. Anthony L. Andersen Superintendent Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway Mr. Charles Foslien Division Administrator Federal Highway Administration COPIES MAILED TO: Continued Jonathan P. Deason Director, Office of Environmental Affairs United States Department of Interior United States Department of the Interior NATIONAL PARK SERVICE IN REPLY REFER TO: L7619(MWR-PQ) ER 90/354 MIDWEST REGION 1709 JACKSON STREET OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68102-2571 Mr. Jeff Johnson Chairperson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission City Hall, 216 North Fourth Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: ■ TAIEIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII AMUCA�IIINIII J U N 1 6 1992 Thank you for your letter of May 11 to Acting Regional Director Edward D. Carlin expressing your concern for preservation of the existing historic bridge between Stillwater, Minnesota, and Houlton, Wisconsin. The Department of the Interior (DOI) has responded to the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) discussion of alternatives to solve the local peak hour congestion problem at the existing bridge by recommending in its July 10, 1990, letter of comment that the No -Build Alternative be selected to solve this problem. Our Department defined this alternative as "the institution of intensive traffic system management (TSM) measures, the maintenance of the existing historically significant lift bridge for its safe life (approximately 5-15 years), then rehabilitation (or reconstruction) of the old bridge." The DOI made specific recommendations concerning a TSM study and implementation of TSM measures on page 2 of the July 10 letter. It was also stated on page 2 that "any change in this situation should be based on coordinated regional planning that includes multi -agency and citizen input as a first step to identify land uses in the area between U.S.-8 and U.S.-63." As the DOI noted in its November 21, 1990, letter to the Honorable Wally Abrahamsen, Mayor of Stillwater, (copy enclosed): "We stated subsequently in our July 10 letter that if a decision to construct a new crossing should be made, we would recommend the old bridge be removed." A decision by the FHWA to construct any new crossing - bridge or tunnel --would be made against the specific recommendations of our Department. We believe our November 21, 1990, letter to Mayor Abrahamsen describes our vital concern with the historic setting of the entire riverway, which includes a cultural resource complex of a number of interrelated historic elements up and down the river's length. We also noted in our November 21 letter that we have urged the FHWA to work closely with the State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPO's) for. both Minnesota and Wisconsin to provide consultation and guidance in compliance with cultural resources identification and protection mandates. We urge you to provide your expertise and comments to these officials in determining the full range of impacts of all alternatives on all cultural resources, including the historic. bridge. Our Department will then be able to more fully evaluate the impacts on such resources of the preferred alternative selected by the FHWA as described in the final environmental statement, and we will be able to shape our comments on the final statement accordingly. The responsibility for determining and mitigating impacts on Federally listed threatened and endangered species lies with the Federal agency sponsoring a project, in this instance the FHWA. The responsibility for commenting on FHWA compliance with the Endangered Species Act lies with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service of this Department. We look forward to a thorough DOI review of the final environmental statement in this regard, which should include all survey and planning data and description of provisions for impact mitigation recommended by the following Office: Ms. Lynn Lewis Field Supervisor U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (ES-TCFO) 4101 East 80th Street Bloomington, Minnesota 55420 Thank you for your interest in the protection and preservation of cultural resources. We look forward to receiving a copy of your comments to the FHWA on the final statement. Sincerely, Don H. Cas eberry Regional Director Enclosure cc: Mr. Anthony L. Andersen, Superintendent, Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway, P.O. Box 708, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024 w/c enc. Mr. Charles Foslien, Division Administrator, Federal Highway Administration, 7th and Robert Streets, Suite 490, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 w/c enc. Mr. James E. St. John, Division Administrator, Federal Highway Administration, 4502 Vernon Boulevard, Madison, Wisconsin 53705-4905 w/c enc. Dr. Nina M. Archabel, Director, Minnesota Historical Society, Fort Snelling History Center, St. Paul, Minnesota 55111 w/c enc. Dr. H. Nicholas Muller III, Director, State Historical Society, 816 State Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53706 w/c enc. Chairman, Minnesota -Wisconsin Boundary Area Commission, 619 Second Street, Hudson, Wisconsin 54016-1576 w/c enc. Dr. William M. Crawford, District Engineer, Minnesota Department of Transportation, Metro District, Transportation Building, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 w/c enc. Dr. Gregory J. Piette, District Director, Wisconsin Department of Transportation, District 8, P.O. Box 429, Superior, Wisconsin 54880 w/c enc. Ms. Ann Weinheimer, Northern Division of Eastern Office, Project Review, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, Old Post Office Building, 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW #809, Washington, D.C. 20004 w/c enc. Mr. Tim Turner, Director, Midwest Regional Office, National Trust for Historic Preservation, 511 16th Street, Suite 700, Denver, Colorado 80202 w/c enc. Ms. Lynn Lewis, Field Supervisor, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (ES-TCFO), 4101 East 80th Street, Bloomington, Minnesota 55420 w/c enc. United States Department of the Interior OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY WASHINGTON, D.C. 20240 L7619(774) ER-90/0354 Honorable Wally Abrahamsen Mayor of Stillwater Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Abrahamsen: NOV 211990 Thank you for your letter of August 17 expressing your interest in and concern with protection of cultural resources in the city of Stillwater in relation to the U.S. Department of the Interior's July 10 letter of comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Section 4(f) evaluation for improved crossing of the St. Croix River. As stated in the Study Summary of the draft document, the study examines highway reconstruction and "functional replacement of the existing drawbridge over the St. Croix River." This Department and the National Park Service (NPS), the responsible bureau within the Department, share your interest in ensuring that our mandated responsibilities for national leadership in the preservation and protection of cultural resources are fully carried out. As defined by the Council on Environmental Quality (see enclosure 1), our responsibilities include not only the protection of cultural resources within authorized units of the National Park System, but also a statutorily mandated consultative role for the protection of any historic site which may be impacted by a transportation project. To this end, the NPS has commented throughout the Environmental Impact Statement process on the requirements incumbent on the project sponsors for compliance with cultural resources identification and protection mandates, and has urged close consultation with the two concerned State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPOs), who have duties for review and consultation under the provisions of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966 and the regulations of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation implementing Section 106 of the NHPA.' The NPS in its early coordination letter of May 22, 1987, to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) (enclosure 2) stated its concern that the FHWA ensure protection of all cultural resources, including the Stillwater Bridge. As was noted in that letter, "Because the proposed project area is rich in cultural resources whose National Register eligibility has not yet been determined and in order to provide consultation in guiding you in compliance (with cultural resources identification and protection mandates), we urge you to work closely with the State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPOs) for both states." 2 The NPS also commented extensively in its January 31, 1989, early coordination letter to the FHWA (enclosure 3) on the legal requirements the. FHWA must meet in identifying and protecting cultural resources. In this letter the NPS again urged the FHWA to seek consultation with both SHPOs. The NPS advice for such consultation was apparently not fully taken, inasmuch as it appears from recent discussions between the NPS and the Minnesota and Wisconsin SHPOs that the draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) was not sent to the SHPOs for review at the time it was made public. The NPS has been advised that this apparent oversight has now been corrected. We should like to respond specifically to the following paragraph in your letter, which we understand is the heart of your concern: "In fact, DOI suggests that no new bridge be constructed or, if a new bridge is constructed, the historic lift bridge be demolished. These actions have a major detrimental impact to the Downtown Historic District. If the highway leading to the new bridge is widened to increase capacity and accommodate traffic demand, fifteen to twenty contributing structures in the Downtown Commercial Historic District will have to be removed." While the first sentence is accurate, we would like to emphasize that the Department did not recommend any highway or new bridge construction whatsoever --in fact, we recommended against any construction other than rehabilitation or reconstruction of the existing historic bridge and, perhaps by inference, regional road improvements which might be needed to implement a Regional TSM (Traffic System Management) strategy to reduce traffic on the existing bridge to an acceptable level. We did recommend in our July 10 letter the following: "Consequently, we recommend selection of the No -Build Alternative, which we define as the institution of intensive traffic system management (TSM) measures, the maintenance of the existing historically significant lift bridge for its safe life (approximately 5-15 years), then rehabilitation (or reconstruction) of the old bridge." We stated subsequently in our July 10 letter that if a decision to construct a new crossing should be made, we would recommend the old bridge be removed. The recommendation to remove the old bridge, which is of State historic significance, was made with full knowledge of the structure's historic values, however, it was our professional evaluation that the need to maintain to the extent possible the integrity of the nationally significant Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway viewshed's natural and cultural landscape values outweighed the historic value of the bridge itself. It is stated on page 2 of the Lower Saint Croix Master Plan that "The major purpose of the master plan is to balance the need for recreational, use of the area against the equally important objective of the preservation of the natural values of the area." Thus, the overall goal of the plan is to "preserve the existing scenic and recreational resources of the Lower St. Croix River through controlled development." 3 This statement has been interpreted by the managing agencies to mean we will preserve those values of the riverway as they existed in 1976. Not only do the managing agencies recognize this need, but also local governments have shown a similar commitment demonstrated through their enactment of compatible zoning ordinances. Our interest in minimizing bridge construction across the Saint Croix is grounded in our concern for maintaining the same type of viewshed that existed when the riverways were established. This position, however, is also supported by a consideration of the history of the Saint Croix River Valley and we view our position as one developed to protect both the natural and cultural landscape of the river valley. Our rationale is as follows. From the historical viewpoint there has not been a proliferation of bridges throughout the St. Croix River Valley. In the early days many ferries crossed the St. Croix up and down the river valley. As the need for ferries decreased, their operations ceased and traffic was rerouted to bridge crossings. In Stillwater, the ferry crossing that was about 900 feet above (north) of the present bridge was replaced by a floating pontoon bridge in 1876. The pontoon bridge was located immediately downstream from the present bridge and remained in operation until replaced by a toll -free lift bridge in 1931. The record of bridge construction indicates that other bridges, such as the Osceola and Taylors Falls bridges, were removed once new ones were built. The present Taylors Falls bridge is the fifth one built in the same general area as the first four. It is the lack of bridges along the St. Croix that makes it unique and scenic. This is especially true in the more heavily populated portion of the Lower St. Croix in the State -administered zone. The existing bridges at Stillwater, Hudson and Prescott are a visual contrast to the large number of bridges found on the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers in the Twin Cities area. The Lower Saint Croix Master Plan states that: "...all communities along the Lower St. Croix that still retain some of the historical flavor should be encouraged in their effort to maintain their cultural and historic character." Two bridges would be a definite change in the historical setting of the region. Obviously the removal of the lift bridge would have great impact upon an historic structure, however, by retaining only one bridge in this portion of the riverway, the overall impact to the cultural and historic character of the region would be minimized. Although an historic structure would be lost, removal of the bridge would enhance the historic character of Stillwater by eliminating traffic congestion and noise caused by the present bridge. In fact we believe it is uncertain whether retention and operation of the existing bridge would solve the congestion problems this project was initiated to address, and hope that the Final Environmental Impact Statement will address that issue in more detail. Other references concerning bridge construction can be found in both the Lower Saint Croix Master Plan and the 1987 Statement for Management, Saint Croix. The 1976 Master Plan states: "Proposals for new bridge crossings, renovation of r1 4 existing structures or powerline and pipeline crossings should be reviewed in advance by the administering agencies to ensure the scenic and recreational values are protected." Page 15 of the Statement for Management states that "Future land uses which would be considered non -compatible with the goals of the Riverway include: additional bridges or expanded highway rights -of -way across St. Croix River." We conclude by noting that our July 10 letter provided our comments based on our review of the DEIS. Our role is to provide our Depaztment's comments on the document itself, not to perform studies or do research or other work ourselves. We note that your letter mentioned environmental impacts not described in the draft document. It is an important part of the EIS process for State and local governments with direct knowledge of a project to comment on potential impacts of a project based on their knowledge. These comments must be considered in the decision -making process and addressed in the Final Environmental Impact Statement. Thank you for your interest in the protection of cultural resources. We look forward to working with you to develop a solution that is acceptable to all affected parties. Sincerely, J athan P. Deason rector ffice of Environmental Affairs Enclosures 3 cc: Mr. Don H. Castleberry Regional Director Midwest Regional Office National Park Service 1709 Jackson Street Omaha, Nebraska 68102 Mr. Anthony L. Andersen Superintendent Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway P.O. Box 708 St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024 Mr. Charles Foslien Division Administrator Federal Highway Administration 7th and Robert Streets, Suite 490 St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 5 Mr. Frank M. Mayer Division Administrator Federal Highway Administration 4502 Vernon Boulevard Madison, Wisconsin 53705-4905 Dr. Nina M. Archabal Director Minnesota Historical Society Fort Snelling History Center St. Paul, Minnesota 55111 Dr. H. Nicholas Muller III Director State Historical Society 816 State Street Madison, Wisconsin 53706 Mr. James M. Harrison Chairman Minnesota -Wisconsin Boundary Area Commission 619 Second Street Hudson, Wisconsin 54016-1576 Mr. William M. Crawford District Engineer Minnesota Department of Transportation Metro District Transportation Building St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 Mr. Gregory J. Piette District Director Wisconsin Department of Transportation District 8 P.O. Box 429 Superior, Wisconsin 54880 Ms. Ann Weinheimer Northern Division of Eastern Office, Project Review Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Old Post Office Building 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW #809 Washington, D.C. 20004 Mr. Tim Turner Director Midwest Regional Office National Trust for Historic Preservation 511 16th Street, Suite 700 Denver, Colorado 80202 6 Mr. Robert F. Welford Field Supervisor U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (ES) Park Square Court 50 400 Sibley Street St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 li. F ), ar • • I A 0 ater � THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA May 5, 1992 Commissioner James Denn Minnesota Department of Transportation 395 John Ireland Blvd. St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 Dear Commissioner Denn: The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, established by local ordinance and identified by the Minnesota Historical Society, is concerned with the disposition of the existing Stillwater/Houlton Interstate Bridge once it has been determined when a new bridge will be built over the St. Croix River. We would like to emphasize that the Historic Lift Bridge is part of the cultural integrity of the riverway along with the Stillwater Downtown Historic Commercial District which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Department of Interior has ignored their obligation to identify and preserve our cultural history which is just as important as the natural, scenic bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley. The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission hopes that the Minnesota Department of Transportation can prioritize its efforts as part of the new bridge project in order to pursue all possible solutions to preserve the Historic Lift Bridge. We believe that there are many opportunities which will benefit local transportation while keeping the cultural heritage of our community as a significant visual monument over the St. Croix River. If you need assistance from our Commission in the future, please contact Steve Russell at 439-6121. Sin ely, Jeff Johnson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 a er iiiiiiiiiimi"-) THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA �) May 5, 1992 Edward D. Carlin Regional Director United States Department of Interior National Park Service Midwest Region 1709 Jackson Street Omaha, Nebraska 68102-2571 Dear Mr. Carlin: C-1��N � ORPFZ The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission in Stillwater, Minnesota, a Certified Local Government by the National Park Service according to the National Historic Preservation Amendments Act of 1980 (P.L.96-515), is very concerned and disappointed in the Department of Interior's (DOI) comments and position on the removal of the existing historic Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge once a new bridge is constructed over the St. Croix River. You have stated removal of the bridge would enhance the historic character of Stillwater by eliminating traffic congestion and noise caused by the present bridge. This reasoning of the DOI ignores the visual image of the bridge and its distinct features which compliment the historic flavor of the community we are trying to preserve. The traffic congestion which will be eliminated by building a new bridge will extend the life of the bridge thereby preserving its future. Our Downtown Stillwater Commercial Historic District, which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, includes sixty three contributing buildings, three contributing structures, one contributing object and two contributed sites. Of these historic resources, our Levee Wall and Lowell Park are on the St. Croix River. These sites were developed during the same period the Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge was constructed. The visual incorporation of the bridge entrance, the Levee Wall, and Lowell Park bring the City of Stillwater into the riverway as a cultural resource. The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act states "It is hereby declared to be the policy of the United States that selected rivers of the Nation which with their immediate environments possess outstanding remarkable scenic, recreational, geological, fish and wildlife, historic and cultural or other similar values shall be preserved in free -flowing condition and trust they and their immediate environments be protected for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations." The Stillwater/Houlton Bridge on the St. Croix River and the Downtown Stillwater Commercial Historic District integral of these immediate environments need to be preserved. We would also point out this section of the river is the recreational area that encourages the development of public roads, boat launches and cultural development of historic sites. It is the Department of Interior's responsibility to consider historic and cultural resources in the protection and preservation of our Wild and Scenic CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 Edward D. Carlin Regional Director United States Department of Interior Page Two River system. Stillwater and the Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge are important resources along the river which should not be ignored. The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission urges the Department of Interior not to neglect their statutory responsibility to address the protection of our Nation's historic resources. We hope you will recognize the bridge as part of historic integrity of Stillwater as shown on the attached postcard. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Jeff Johnson, Chairperson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission JJ/sm May 5, 1992 Commissioner James Denn Minnesota Department of Transportation 395 John Ireland Blvd. St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 Dear Commissioner Denn: The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission is concerned with the disposition of the existing Stillwater/Houlton Interstate Bridge once it has been determined when, where or if a new bridge will be built over the St. Croix River. We would like to emphasize that the Historic Lift Bridge is part of�dultural integrity of the riverway along with the Stillwater Downtown Historic Commercial District which has been recently listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Department of Interior has ignored their obligation to identify and preserve our cultural history which is just as important as the natural, scenic bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley. The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission hopes that the Minnesota Department of Transportation can prioritize its efforts as part of the new bridge project in order to pursue all possible solutions to preserve the Historic Lift Bridge. We believe that there are many opportunities which will benefit local transportation while keeping the cultural heritage of our community as a significant visual monument over the St. Croix River. If you need assistance from our Commission in the future, please contact Steve Russell at 439-6121. Sincerely, Jeff Johnson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission TeleCopy (FAX) Transmittal Sanders Wacker Wehrman Bergly, Inc. 365 East Kellogg Boulevard St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 Date: 2- Time: 1 o 4S 3- TO Company: GI-T,( OF S-n L.1.V11/ -Tef- FAX Number: 43 C— 04;(o Attention: AIJQ -rsf-'wmi>L7 Subject/Project: U o*r-'Ul' V'mzv- Number of Pages Including This CoVer Sheet A Landscape Architecture (612) 221-0401. FAX (612) 297-6817 Remarks: let, i=-- cVV 1n1 — PfLo & WS.S Original Copy to follow by mail: _ yes X no By: VoS VV I L%1IAf 1 > -If you do not receive all pages of this transmission please call (612) 221-0401 as soon as possible. Thank You. STILL WATER RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT TIMELINE Year Description of Development Source of Information 1886 Brick and Stone City Water Pump built at south Historic Reconstruction of the end of Park Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1887 Union Station built. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1888 Square built at Bridge on Chestnut Street. Stillwater Daily Gazette May 7, 1888 Union Station built with platform extending to Chestnut. Open space (200 sq. ft.) between railroad platform and Water Street was graded. Transfer Company filled in along the riverfront on its property out 50 feet or more and then rip -rapped shoreline. St. Paul and Duluth Railroad Roundhouse with Historic Reconstruction of the platform, water tower and Turntable built at Riverfront: Stillwater, Mulberry Point Minnesota 1891 City Engine House built at south end of Park Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1897 Roundhouse at Mulberry Point razed. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota City Horse Shed built at south end of park along west property line. 1900 Turntable and water tower at Mulberry Point razed. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1907 City Horse shed razed. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1911 Park area developed in the area south of the bridge. Newspaper Article (unknown) Park included: 1. concrete benchwall (2' high)' 2. stone retaining/levee wall, 3. 40 feet wide landing area, proposed to be surfaced with sandstone or tar macadam, 4. twin set of paths with flower bed between, 5. a lawn area, and 6. hedging. 1916 Plans approved for the extension of Lowell Park Stillwater Park Commission northward from Chestnut Street to a line 75 feet Annual Report north of Myrtle Street. Pilings for floating walk to serve as a landing facility installed north of Myrtle Street extending into the river. Large floating dock and supplementary walks installed for small boats and shoreline protection. Northern Pacific turned over care of the square between the Union Station and the Lumbermen's Exchange Building to the Commission and restricted its use exclusively for park purposes. The grounds between Chestnut and Myrtle Streets improved in accordance with approved plans. This included: 1. paving block installation, 2. filling of the riverfront, especially in the vicinity of Myrtle Street, 3. grading for the Sunken Garden, 4. construction of the Cement Fountain Pool and Steps, and 5. the installation of walks and roadways. Brick and stone city pump house at south end of Historic Reconstruction of the Park rebuilt Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1917 Contributions taken for flagpole at Park. Stillwater Daily Gazette Contributions to be used for: April 28, 1917 1. flagpole (100 feet tall), 2. two flags, and 3. a big electric light atop pole. Trees, ornamental shrubbery and flowers installed Stillwater Park Commission in the extension of Lowell Park northward from Annual Report Chestnut Street to a line 75 feet north of Myrtle Street. Water service connected to Concrete Fountain Pool. Drinking Fountain installed and the Park repiped. The East Side Lumber Company gave the City 3/4 Stillwater Park Commission of a mile of the Wisconsin shoreline. Annual Report (1928) 1918 Morell and Nichols Plans for the Parking of Stillwater Park Commission Stillwater accepted. Annual Report 1919 Park extended northward to include Mulberry Stillwater Park Commission Point. Annual Report Photograph shows the Park south of the bridge and Runk Photographs No. 156 includes the following: and 157 - July 1919 1. concrete benchwall and steps, 2. concrete levee landing, 3. two globe light standards located on step cheekwall, 4. twin crushed stone paths with flower bed between, and 5. a lawn area. 1922 Ground north of Myrtle Street graded and equipped Stillwater Park Commission with paths and landscaping. _ . Annual Report 1923 Tourist Camp developed at Wisconsin end of bridge. Pavilion completed at foot of Myrtle Street Grading completed from the Pavilion to the old Staples Elevator. Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report 1924 Grading completed to oil tank. Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report Lighting to the Pavilion, Lowell Park and boat dock. Standard Oil Co. Wagon Sheds and Tanks at Historic Reconstruction of the Mulberry Point razed. Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota City Engine House at south end of Park razed. 1927 No major Park improvements mentioned. Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report 1928 Roadway around Mulberry Point completed. Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report Highway Bridge controversy (Mulberry Point location versus Chestnut Street location). Postcard of Sunken Garden shows: Postcard 1. wood slat steel park benches (possible from the Hennecke Company), 2. formal shrub and flower plantings, 3. Cement Fountain Pool with a tall single water jet surrounded by 6 smaller jets, 4. concrete steps, and 5. crushed stone paths. Why isn't the Pavilion visible? Postcard shows similar conditions as those shown Postcard in 1919 Runk photographs. 1929 River dredged and material used to improve soils Stillwater Park Commission on Wisconsin shoreline to encourage plant growth. Annual Report 1930 Morell and Nichols Plan for the approach to the new bridge accepted. Construction of a ferry from Mulberry Point to the Tourist Camp mentioned. Planting completed at Mulberry Point. Interstate Bridge built. Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1932 Bandstand erected at Mulberry Point Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report Why are there no photographs of bandstand? 1933 Simonet Rug Company factory building at south Historic Reconstruction of the end of Park razed (built in 1866) Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1934 Postcard shows new bridge from the south end of Postcard the Park. Acorn light fixtures used on bridge. 1936 Postcard shows hedge along west edge of Park. Postcard 1937 Park Board and City Council agreed to complete Gazette (1987) half of the proposed waterfront improvement 'Fifty Years Ago...' project before the water rose as a result of the completion of the Red Wing Dam. Pavilion remodeled 1940 Mention of white washing the Cement Fountain Pool. The Elmore Lowell flagpole erected at the south end of the Park. 1941 Postcard shows the following changes made to the Sunken Garden: 1. the garden is no longer sunken, 2. the water jets feature in the -pool had been replaced with a child statue that ejected a vertical stream of water with four jets coming out from the base, 3. levee and roadway reconfigured, and 4. an acorn light fixture sited by the Pavilion. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota Courier 'Backward Glance/1940' Postcard 1956 Pavilion enclosed and converted to toilet building. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota 1957 Postcard shows Pavilion as a toilet building. Postcard 1960 Brick and stone City Pump House at south end of Historic Reconstruction of the Park razed Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota City Lift Station built (1 story brick). Union Station razed. 1961 Bartles Minnesota Oil Co. and J.J. Kilty & Sons Oil Co. sheds and tanks near Mulberry Point razed. 1984 Pavilion restored to open air structure. Rip -rap placed north and south of levee wall. One story brick toilet building constructed at south end of Park adjacent to pumping station. Historic Reconstruction of the Riverfront: Stillwater, Minnesota Gazette (numerous articles) STILLWATER RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT The following plans, maps and other graphics have been obtained: 1. 1916 - Grading Plan for the Sunken Garden at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 2. 1916 - Planting Plan for the Sunken Garden at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 3. 1916 - Construction Details of Pool and Steps for Sunken Garden at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 4. 1916 - Typical Section thru Sunken Garden, Pergola & Steps at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 5. 1918 - General Plan of City of Stillwater with proposed Highway Bridge locations. 6. 1922 - Construction Drawings for the Pavilion at End of Myrtle Street (Morell & Nichols) M I N N ESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOUNDED IN 1849 1 June 1992 Ann Pung-Terwedo Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Stillwater City Hall 216 N. 4th Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Ann: Fort Snelling History Center, St. Paul, MN 55111 • (612) 726-1171 I want to take this opportunity to thank you for participating in the "Preservation Spotlight" at last Saturday's Annual History Conference. Your presentation helped make the session a tremendous success and set a positive tone for an informative and productive conference. We heard many encouraging comments from people about the great work being done by the Heritage Preservation Commissions in Stillwater and throughout Minnesota. Again, thanks for your participation. Sincerely, 4z/4r Michael Koop Historic Preservation Program Specialist cc: Duane Hubbs, HPC Chairperson lr'XkNESO,' >�O y0 OF TRPay� May 28, 1992. Minnesota Department of Transportation Transportation Building, St. Paul, MN 55155 Mr. Jeff Johnson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission 216 North Fourth Street Stillwater, Minnesota 5.5082 , Dear Mr. Johnson: Thank you for your letter dated May 5, 1992. Commissioner Denn has asked me to respond to your concern about the eventual disposition of the historic lift bridge. I would like to assure you that the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, as owners of this culturally significant historic structure, are very aware of its importance to the area, in addition to its engineering and local transportation value. Our agencies have every intention connection fully exploring allur if a options that would result in the preservation of this valuable ou new river crossing is constructed. Thank you for your concern We look forward to working with your organization in the future. S 0 ijj�ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESITA MEMO TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: ANN TERWEDO DATE: MAY 15, 1992 SUBJECT: ANNUAL HISTORY CONFERENCE Bob Kimbrel, Tim Stefan, Katherine Francis and I wish to attend the Annual History Conference for Preservation Commissions. The cost is $10.00 per person. Total cost of $40.00. This conference is required as part of our certified local government status. It is in the budget. RECOMMENDATION: Approval to send Commission to conference. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 PRESERVING PLACES IN M 1 N N ESOTA The Minnesota Historical Society's 19th Annual History Conference, put on ice by the record -setting Halloween blizzard last fall, has been resched- uled to meet in conjunction with the 1992 Workshop for Heritage Preser- vation Commissions. The meeting spotlights historic preservation in Minnesota in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the Historic Pres- ervation Act. Join us at The Saint Paul Hotel and Landmark Center - two historic buildings in downtown Saint Paul - and learn about "Preserving Places in Minnesota." Minnesota's historic places have long been recognized as important y touchstones to our past. These immensely varied resources range from the architectural landmarks in our cities to the landscapes of the countryside, from the Finnish log farmsteads in the Arrowhead Region to the urban river- a �, front in Minneapolis, from places of cultural significance for American In- dians to commercial main streets across INMEN= the state. Explore the rich diversity of Minne- sota's historic properties. Examine such questions as: Why do people want to preserve historic properties? What is being saved and how? and, What will challenge preservationists in the future? Learn how Minnesota communities are preserving their heritage. Tour historic properties in Northfield and Faribault, and bring your questions to a resource room where you will find displays and resource people from organizations around the state and from the Minnesota Historical Society. HISTORY CONFERENCE Friday, May 29, 1992 1:00-3:00 Certified Local Government Training Session, Auditorium, Minnesota History Center 3:30-8:30 Bus tour to Northfield and Faribault. Meet at the History Center. Saturday, May 30,1992 7:30 Early Bird Walking Tour of Rice Park. Meet in the lobby of The Saint �o Paul Hotel. 8:00 Registration, continental breakfast, Minnesota Historical Society Press book table, and Resource Room. Q� ..._. 8:30-9:4 pening Session: "Preservation Spotlight: Minnesota Communities." The real action in historic preservation is happening in local communities all over the state. This opening session will provide an overview of the "state of historic preservation in Minnesota." Ten communities will tell their stories for an inspiring kickoff for the day. b 9:45-10:15 Break �} Resource Room open. 10:15-11:1 S Session A I. Landmarks: Buildings and Memory o a • "Shrines, Styles, and Structures: Preservation Evolves." Donn Coddington, assistant director and division manager for historic sites and field programs, ' Minnesota Historical Societ y • "Ten Years Later: The Minneapolis Preservation Survey Revisited," Judith Martin, associate professor, Department of Urban Studies, University of Minnesota II. Over Water and Underground -"Bridges: Spanning the Past to the Future," Charlene Roise historical con- sultant,�Hess, Roise and Company •"Archaeolog Caine, Minnesota A Perspective on Cultural Heritage," Christy Hohman- ota State Archaeologist III. Inside Preservation: How It Works -"Confessions of an Amateur Bureaucrat," Robert Will, Plank Professor of Economics, Carleton College, and member, Northfield Heritage Preservation Commission -"Who's Minding the Feds? or, Preservation in the Damnedest Places," Dennis Gimmestad, government programs and compliance officer, State Historic Preservation Office, Minnesota Historical Society, • Moderator: Beth Bartz, preservation planner, Saint Paul Heritage Preserva- tion Commission 11:30-12:45 Luncheon Address (in the Landmark Center Cortile) "Preservation and People," Patricia L. Parker, deputy chief, Preservation Planning Branch, Interagency Resources Division, National Park Service, Washington, D.C. Parker will talk about at the roots of the historic preservation movement and the challenging questions the movement faces today. She compiled and wrotk. Keepers of the Treasures: Pr-otec•rin� Historic Properties and Culttn-al Tra- ditions on Indian Lands, a report on the results of a study of funding needs for historic and cultural preservation by Indian tribes. Parker's experience includes preservation assistance to Indian tribes, preservation programs in Micronesia, and work throughout the United States with the Certified Local Government program. 1:00-2:30 Session B I. The View from the Year 2040: Preservation and Post -World War IJ Architecture --Time and Taste: Chancing Attitudes towards Preservation," Charles Nel- son, historical architect, Minnesota Historical Society, State Historic Preser- vation Office -"Looking Ahead to the Architectural Past." Larry Millett, architecture writer and critic. Saint Paul Pioneer Press • "Can We Learn to Love the Ranch House We Hate?" Peter Carlsen, Carlser and Frank Architects II. Where We Live: Historic Preservation in Small Communities A roundtable discussion about preservation issues and opportunities as the} relate to rural areas and small towns will follow the presentations. • "Finnish Heritage Preservation in Embarrass, Minnesota," Michael Koop, historic preservation program assistant, State Historic Preservation Office, Minnesota Historical Society • "Embarrass: A Community Perspective," Margaret Kinnunen, Embarrass town clerk and co-founder of SISU Heritage Inc. III. Panel Discussion - Enlarging the Boundaries: Multicultural Views of Historic Preservation This panel of activists from Minnesota's Asian -Pacific, Hispanic, American Indian, and African -American communities will offer personal insights into the meaning of historic preservation. • Dr. Albert V. de Leon, executive director, Council on Asian -Pacific Minne- sotans • Irene Gomez -Bethke, executive director. Instituto de Arte y Cultura • Jeff Savage, vice -chair, Minnesota Historical Society Indian Advisory Com- mittee, and reservation planner of Fond du Lac Indian Reservation • Vivian Jenkins Nelson, president and chief executive officer of Inter -Race, Augsburg College 2:30-3:00 Break Resource Room open. 3:00-4:00 Session C I. Panel Discussion - Reviving the Past: The Urban Riverfront t This case study examines archaeological work, recovery, and interpretive po- tential in connection with the West River Parkway project in Minneapolis. -Robert Mattson, park and recreation planner, Minneapolis Park and Recrea- tion Board -Robert Clouse, head of archaeology. Minnesota -Historical Society -Elisabeth Doermann, site manager, Minnesota Historical Society's James J. Hill House, and heritage zone coordinator, St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board -Moderator: Scott Anfinson, National Register archaeologist, State Historic Preservation Office, Minnesota Historical Society (Session C continued other side) Telephone (612) 439-6121 ATTENTION: — COMPANY: E�:1`i7►l��t��1 ter a� THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA FAX TRANSMITTAL FAX (612) 439-0456 FAX NO. FROM: " k i `�r� �� C DATE: NUMBER OF PAGES (INCLUDING THIS COVER SHEET: SUBJECT: COMMENTS OR MESSAGE: IF TRANSMITTAL IS NOT BEING RECEIVED PROPERLY, PLEASE CONTACT THE SENDER AT THE ABOVE PHONE NUMBER. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 , RIVER • TOWN • RESTORATION, INC May 20, 1992 Mr. James Denn, Commissioner Minnesota Department of Transportation Room 411 Transportation Building 395 John Ireland Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 Re: St. Croix River Bridge at Stillwater Dear Mr. Denn: The existing Stillwater Lift Bridge (BR 4654) is a valuable historic and cultural resource that is the focal point of Stillwater's National Register Historic District. Rivertown Restoration Inc., a non-profit community organization established 15 years ago to preserve the cultural and historic environment of the St. Croix Valley, has great concern for the future of the Stillwater Lift Bridge. The existing bridge is on the United States Department of Interior National Register of Historic Places as one of the only two vertical lift spans remaining in Minnesota. Without this bridge, Stillwater's Downtown Historic District would be without a focus and the State without a key element from our transportation heritage. Several items relative to the existing bridge should be given more consideration: The National Park Service has made an unfounded statement citing a non -existing "non-proliferation of bridges" law related to the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. The river between St. Croix Falls and Prescott is designated "recreational" meaning that development of "access roads and boat landings" is encouraged. If the existing bridge were removed at the request of the Park Service, precedence attributed to "non-proliferation" will be established, thereby limiting MNDOT's options with future bridge replacements and tumback projects. 2. The Department of Interior has not been heard from regarding the future of the bridge on their National Register of Historic Places. The Natlonal Park Service, Dcpartment of National 1tcsourccs, and other environmentally conscious groups have been so focused on the "non-proliferation" concept that they have neglected their responsibility to protect the endangered species such as the Higgen's Eye/Pearly Mussel and the Barn Swallow, known to inhabit the Historic Bridge just as they did at the bridge in Prescott. The Federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 USC 1531- 1543), which they have been charged to enforce, has been intentionally neglected. 4. Turning the bridge over to a responsible new owner has not been given serious consideration. The owners of the toll bridge at Newport, J.A.R. Bridge, Inc., have expressed interest on numerous occasions but have not yet been given consideration. Mr. Denn, we hope you will give these items, among others, serious consideration in your decision on the preservation of this unique bridge. Thank you. Sincerely yours, RIVERTOWN RE TORATION 64C. Mark Balay , President MB/td Minnesota Department of Transportation Metropolitan District Transportation Building St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 Oakdale Office, 3485 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale, Minnesota 55128 Golden Valley Office, 2055 North Lilac Drive, Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422 Reply to Telephone No. May 28, 1992 Mr. Mark Balay, President Rivertown Restoration, Inc. 122 North Main Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Balay: 296-3005 Thank you for your letter dated May 20, 1992. Commissioner Denn has asked me to respond to your concern about the eventual disposition of the historic lift bridge. I would like to assure you that the Minnesota and Wisconsin Departments of Transportation, as owners of this culturally significant historic structure, are very aware of its importance to the area, in addition to its engineering and local transportation value. Our agencies have every intention of fully exploring all options that would result in the preservation of this valuable connection to our past if a new river crossing is constructed. Thank you for your concern. organization in the future. Sincerely, William M. rawford, .E. Division Engineer We look forward to working with your An Equal Opportunity Employer •r® CUP WiTISUME RAVER • TOWN • USTORATION, ING May20, 1992 Mr. James Denn, Commissioner Minnesota Department of Transportation Room 411 Transportation Building 395 John Ireland Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 Re: St. Croix River Bridge at Stillwater Dear Mr. Denn: The existing Stillwater Lift Bridge (BR 4654) is a valuable historic and cultural resource that is the focal point of Stillwater's National Register Historic District. Rivertown Restoration Inc., a non-profit community organization established 15 years ago to preserve the cultural and historic environment of the St. Croix Valley, has great concern for the future of the Stillwater Lift Bridge. The existing bridge is on the United States Department of Interior National Register of Historic Places as one of the only two vertical lift spans remaining in Minnesota. Without this bridge, Stillwater's Downtown Historic District would be without a focus and the State without a key element from our transportation heritage. Several items relative to the existing bridge should be given more consideration: The National Park Service has made an unfounded statement citing a non -existing "non-proliferation of bridges" law related to the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. The river between St. Croix Falls and Prescott is designated "recreational" meaning that development of "access roads and boat landings" is encouraged. If the existing bridge were removed at the request of the Park Service, precedence attributed to "non-proliferation" will be established, thereby limiting MNDOT's options with future bridge replacements and turnback projects. 2. The Department of Interior has not been heard from regarding the future of the bridge on their National Register of Historic Places. The National Park Service, Department of National Resources, and other environmentally conscious groups have been so focused on the "non-proliferation" concept that they have neglected their responsibility to protect the endangered species such as the Higgen's Eye/Pearly Mussel and the Barn Swallow, known to inhabit the Historic Bridge just as they did at the bridge in Prescott. The Federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 USC 1531- 1543), which they have been charged to enforce, has been intentionally neglected. 4. Turning the bridge over to a responsible new owner has not been given serious consideration. The owners of the toll bridge at Newport, J.A.R. Bridge, Inc., have expressed interest on numerous occasions but have not yet been given consideration. Mr. Denn, we hope you will give these items, among others, serious consideration in your decision on the preservation of this unique bridge. Thank you. Sincerely yours, RIVERTOWN RE TORATION INC. Mark Balay W President MR/td ��NN�rq OF TaP� Minnesota Department of Transportation Metropolitan District Transportation Building St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 Oakdale Office, 3485 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale, Minnesota 55128 Golden Valley Office, 2055 North Lilac Drive, Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422 Reply to Telephone No. May 28, 1992 Mr. Mark Balay, President Rivertown Restoration, Inc. 122 North Main Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Balay: 296-3005 Thank you for your letter dated May 20, 1992. commissioner Denn has asked me to respond to your concern about the eventual disposition of the historic lift bridge. I would like to assure you that the Minnesota and Wisconsin Departments of Transportation, as owners of this culturally significant historic structure, are very aware of its importance to the area, in addition to its engineering and local transportation value. Our agencies have every intention of fully exploring all options that would result in the preservation of this valuable connection to our past if a new river crossing is constructed. Thank you for your concern. organization in the future. Sincerely, William M. rawford, .E. Division Engineer We look forward to working with your An Equal Opportunity Employer ter am THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, JUNE 1, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA Approval of minutes - May 4, 1992. Case No. DR/92-18 - Design Review for a plaza area for the Andiamo Boat Transient Landing on the St. Croix River in the Downtown Plan Area. Dick Anderson, Applicant. Case No. DR/92-19 - Design Review for an adaptive reuse project of the historic kiln at Staples Mill, 401 North Main Street. Monty Brine, Applicant. 4. Lowell Park Study, One hour. - Review research gathered (1890-1940) - Research City Council minutes (books will be provided at meeting). - Comment on historic elements of the park. 5. Reuse study of the west wing of Stillwater Junior High School, Preservation Alliance of Minnesota. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 a er THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, MAY 4, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - April 6, 1992 DESIGN REVIEW ?/Case No. DR/92-8 - Design Review to paint the exterior of a facade (brick red) as part of a facade restoration at 308 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Marci and Bob Lillyblad, Applicants. 3,,/Case No. DR/92-9 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of a twenty four square foot wall sign at 224 East Chestnut Street in the Historic Commercial District. Don Melander, Applicant. Case No. DR/92-13 - Design Review for the placement of an aluminum awning at 132 South Main Street in the Historic Commercial District. Lyle Anderson, Applicant. Case No. DR/92-14 - Design Review for the placement of a thirty square foot sign to be mounted on an existing pole at 501 North Main Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Roanne Axdahl, Applicant. &,/Case No. DR/92-15 - Design Review for the placement of a twenty four square foot sign to be mounted below the overhang of a metal pole building at 501 North Main Street in the Downtown Plan Area. Dan Nelson, Apple Signs, Applicant. ase No. DR/92-16 - Design Review for a sign permit for the placement of an "open" flag at 209 South Main Street in the Historic Commerical District. Season's Tique, Applicant. OVER BUSINESS Lowell Park Study. �idge Issue - Letter to DOI - Jeff Johnson. 10. H.P.C. Workshops. I-r Update from Commission on Downtown Historic District research. Junior High Adaptive Reuse Study. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 MAY - 2 S- 9 2 T H U 1 0: 5 1 SANDER AND ASSOCIATES P. 0$ STILLWATER RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT The following plans, maps and other graphics have been obtained: 1. 1916 - Grading Plan for the Sunken Garden at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 2. 1916 - Planting Plan for the Sunken Garden at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 3. 1916 - Construction Details of Pool and Steps for Sunken Garden at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 4. 1916 - Typical Section thru Sunken Garden, Pergola & Steps at Lowell Park (Morell & Nichols) 5. 1918 - General Plan of City of Stillwater with proposed Highway Bridge locations. 6. 1922 - Construction Drawings for the Pavilion at End of Myrtle Street (Morell & Nichols) 11 ater s THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA May 7, 1992 Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lillyblad 308 South Main Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Lillyblad: The City of Stillwater has a Preservation Ordinance which establishes the Heritage Preservation Commission Section 22.10 of the Stillwater City Code. This Commission regulates facade restoration through Design Review. You have met with this Commission twice on the facade changes to your building. Both proposed plans were reviewed and approved. In both instances, you went ahead and did what you wanted thereby neglecting the Commission and especially City Ordinances. The Heritage Preservation volunteers their time to review projects as part of the goal to restore our community. We do not want a "glitzy" Wisconsin Dells. History and its scenic setting is what draws people to Stillwater. The community doesn't need to create something new or become "trendy". Your original proposals were sensitive to the integrity of the community. Again, in both instances, you ignored the City and neglected your building. The Commission is knowledgeable in areas of restoration and appropriate colors. They care about the history of our community which you have proven, through your actions, to neglect. We are asking you to paint your building the color that was approved. APT/smc Sincerely, Jeff Johnson Chairperson Stillwater Heritage Preservation CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ater � THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMO TO: MAYOR -AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: ANN TERWEDO DATE: MAY 15, 1992 SUBJECT: ANNUAL HISTORY CONFERENCE Bob Kimbrel, Tim Stefan, Katherine Francis and I wish to attend the Annual History Conference for Preservation Commissions. The cost is $10.00 per person. Total cost of $40.00. This conference is required as part of our certified local government status. It is in the budget. RECOMMENDATION: Approval to send Commission to conference. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 PRESERVING PLACESIN MINNESOTA The Minnesota Historical Society's 19th Annual History Conference, put on ice by the record -setting Halloween blizzard last fall, has been resched- uled to meet in conjunction with the 1992 Workshop for Heritage Preser- vation Commissions. The meeting spotlights historic preservation in Minnesota in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the Historic Pres- ervation Act. Join us at The Saint Paul Hotel and Landmark Center - two historic buildings in downtown Saint Paul - and learn about "Preserving Places in Minnesota." - Minnesota's historic places have long been recognized as important touchstones to our past. These immensely varied resources range from the architectural landmarks in our cities to the landscapes of the countryside, from the Finnish log farmsteads in the Arrowhead Region to the urban river- , 99 front in Minneapolis, from places of cultural significance for American In- dians to commercial main streets across • the state. Explore the rich diversity of Minne-E.S.QTX sota's historic properties. Examine such questions as: Why do people want to preserve historic properties? What is being saved and how? and, What will challenge preservationists in the future? Learn how Minnesota communities are preserving their heritage. Tour historic properties in Northfield and Faribault, and bring your questions to a resource room where you will find displays and resource people from organizations around the state and from the Minnesota Historical Society. HISTORY CONFERENCE Friday, May 29, 1992 1:00-3:00 Certified Local Government Training Session, Auditorium, Minnesota History Center 3:30-8:30 Bus tour to Northfield and Faribault. Meet at the History Center. Saturday, May 30, 1992 �Q 7:30 Early Bird Walking Tour of Rice Park. Meet in the lobby of The Saint Paul Hotel. 8:00 Registration, continental breakfast, Minnesota Historical Society Press book table, and Resource Room. 8:30-9:4 pening Session: "Preservation Spotlight: Minnesota Communities." - ��--=--•�' ; The real act ion in historic preservation is happening in local communities all over the state. This opening session will provide an overview of the "state of historic preservation in Minnesota." Ten communities will tell their stories for an inspiring kickoff for the day. 9:45-10:15 Break Resource Room open. 10:15-11:15 Session A d y I. Landmarks: Buildings and Memory • "Shrines, Styles, and Structures: Preservation Evolves," Donn Coddington, assistant director and division manager for historic sites and field programs, a Minnesota Historical Society • "Ten Years Later: The Minneapolis Preservation Survey Revisited," Judith Martin, associate professor, Department of Urban Studies, University of Minnesota II. Over Water and Underground 1 -"Bridges: Spanning the Past to the Future," Charlene Roise historical con- sultant, Hess, Roise and Company -"Archaeology: A Perspective on Cultural Heritage," Christy Hohman- j Caine, Minnesota State Archaeologist III. Inside Preservation: How It Works -"Confessions of an Amateur Bureaucrat," Robert Will, Plank Professor of Economics, Carleton College, and member, Northfield Heritage Preservation Commission "Who's Minding the Feds? or, Preservation in the Damnedest Places," Dennis Gimmestad, government programs and compliance officer, State Historic Preservation Office, Minnesota Historical Society, • Moderator: Beth Bartz, preservation planner, Saint Paul Heritage Preserva- tion Commission 11:30-12:45 Luncheon Address (in the Landmark Center Cortile) "Preservation and People," Patricia L. Parker, deputy chief, Preservation Planning Branch, Interagency Resources Division, National Park Service, Washington, D.C. Parker will talk about at the roots of the historic preservation movement and 0 the challenging questions the movement faces today. She compiled and wrote Keepers of the Treasures: Protectin, Historic Properties and Cultural Tra- ditions on Indian Lands, a report on the results of a study of funding needs for historic and cultural preservation by Indian tribes. Parker's experience includes preservation assistance to Indian tribes, preservation programs in Micronesia, and work throughout the United States with the Certified Local Government program. 1:00-2:30 Session B I. The View from the Year 2040: Preservation and Post -World War II Architecture -"Time and Taste: Changing Attitudes towards Preservation," Charles Nel- son, historical architect, Minnesota Historical Society, State Historic Preser- vation Office -"Looking Ahead to the Architectural Past," Larry Millett, architecture writer and critic, Saint Paul Pioneer Press • "Can We Learn to Love the Ranch House We Hate?" Peter Carlsen, Carlsen and Frank Architects II. Where We Live: Historic Preservation in Small Communities A roundtable discussion about preservation issues and opportunities as they relate to rural areas and small towns will follow the presentations. ' • "Finnish Heritage Preservation in Embarrass, Minnesota," Michael Koop, historic preservation program assistant, State Historic Preservation Office, Minnesota Historical Society 3 • "Embarrass: A Community Perspective," Margaret Kinnunen, Embarrass town clerk and co-founder of SISU Heritage Inc. III. Panel Discussion - Enlarging the Boundaries: Multicultural Views of Historic Preservation This panel of activists from Minnesota's Asian -Pacific, Hispanic, American Indian, and African -American communities will offer personal insights into the meaning of historic preservation. • Dr. Albert V. de Leon, executive director, Council on Asian -Pacific Minne- sotans • Irene Gomez -Bethke, executive director, Instituto de Arte y Cultura • Jeff Savage, vice -chair, Minnesota Historical Society Indian Advisory Com- mittee, and reservation planner of Fond du Lac Indian Reservation • Vivian Jenkins Nelson, president and chief executive officer of Inter -Race, Augsburg College 2:30-3:00 Break Resource Room open. 3:00-4:00 Session C I. Panel Discussion - Reviving the Past: The Urban Riverfront This case study examines archaeological work, recovery, and interpretive po- tential in connection with the West River Parkway project in Minneapolis. -Robert Mattson, park and recreation planner, Minneapolis Park and Recrea- tion Board -Robert Clouse, head of archaeology, Minnesota Historical Society ,Elisabeth Doermann, site manager, Minnesota Historical Society's James J. Hill House, and heritage zone coordinator, St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board -Moderator: Scott Anfinson, National Register archaeologist, State Historic Preservation Office, Minnesota Historical Society (Session C continued other side) 9 q %"' �aol, a C) f- NOTICE The Stillwater Commercial Historic District, roughly bounded by Main, 2nd and Chestnut Streets, in Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota, has been entered on the National Register of Historic Places. The National Register is the Federal government's official listing of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects considered to be worthy of preservation. Direct 'questions regarding the Stillwater Commercial Historic District or the National Register program to the State Historic Preservation Office, Minnesota Historical Society, Fort Snelling History Center, St. Paul, Minnesota 55111, 612/726-1171. Published in: Stillwater Evening Gazette 102 South Second Street P.O. Box 58 Stillwater, MN 55082 M I N N ESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOUNDED IN 1849 Fort Snelling History Center, St. Paul, MN 55111 • (612) 726-1171 18 May 1992 Ms. Ann Pung-Terwedo Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Stillwater City Hall 216 North 4th Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Ann: We have completed our review of the 1991 Certified Local Government report for the City of Stillwater. Our review indicates that the city has met all of the requirements for continued Certified Local Government status. A copy of our evaluation is enclosed. We look forward to continuing to work with the Stillwater HPC in preserving an important part of Minnesota's cultural resources. Sincerely, & Britta L. Bloomberg Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer enclosure MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY State Historic Preservation Office ANNUAL CLG EVALUATION Name of Government: City of Stillwater Due: 10/31/91 Submitted: 11/6/91 Fiscal Year: 1991 1. Number of local designations made during the year: 0 Does the report list the names and dates of NA designation for each? Yes/No Were all of the designations submitted to SHPO NA for review? Yes/No List reference file numbers: If the number of designations is zero, is there an adequate explanation for a lack of action? Yes/No Comments: 2. Number of permits reviewed during the year: 22 Does the report contain a summary of the findings for permit review? Yes/No Comments: This section of the report is very thorough and detailed, and demonstrates that the involvement of the commission in the design review process is having the desired effect in Stillwater, particularly within the Commercial Historic District. CLG Evaluation - page 2 3. Does the report contain a listing of the members and officers of the HPC? Yes/No Does the report include resumes for new members? Yes/No Does the report indicate which member represents the county historical society? Yes/No Comments: 4. Does the report contain a listing of National Register nominations commented on and/or submitted for nomination during the year? Yes/No Comments: The HPC is on record as having supported the National Register nomination for the Stillwater Commercial Historic District. 5. Does the report contain a summary description of the local inventory that demonstrates clear organization and public accessibility? Yes/No Comments: 6. Does the report contain an assurance that the HPC has adhered to the public participation stipulations? Yes/No Does the report contain an assurance that the HPC has adhered to the procedures on government records? Yes/No CLG Evaluation - page 3 7. Comments on descriptions of other activities of the HPC: The HPC is to be commended for its ongoing role in reviewing and commenting on numerous projects including the Stillwater/Houlton Bridge corridor options, downtown streetscape improvements, the entrance corridor plan, and a variety of other activities. 8. Did at least one member of the HPC attend a SHPO workshop during the year? Yes/No List the member(s) and workshop date(s): Bob Kimbrel 4/20/91 Jeff Johnson 4/20/91 Katherine Francis 4/20/91 9. Did the commission conduct any projects under a CLG sub -grant during the year? Yes/No If so, list the project and Federal Project Number: Comments: 10. Other Comments: Stillwater's HPC was involved in numerous diverse projects and issues, as reflected in the annual report. Evaluation completed by: Michael H. Koop Date: 5/8/92 FOUNDED IN 1849 April 23, 1992 M I N N ESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Fort Snelling History Center, St. Paul, MN 55111 • (612) 726-1171 Dear Heritage Preservation Commission Members, Staff, and Friends: We are pleased to enclose program and registration materials for the Society's spring conference on historic preservation, "Preserving Places in Minnesota." The conference combines the 13th annual workshop for Heritage Preservation Commissions on May 29 and 30, 1992 and the rescheduled 1991 Annual History Conference. The latter was rescheduled after being put on ice by the record setting Halloween blizzard last fall. As in previous years, all Certified Local Governments must have at least one commissioner in attendance; we hope that several commissioners and staff can attend. Of course, persons representing communities who are in the process of considering or creating a local program are also encouraged to attend, as are local historical societies and others with general interest in historic preservation. You will note that the conference sessions are scheduled for Saturday, May 30, with a special tour on Friday late afternoon/evening to Northfield and Faribault. We encourage you to invite some of your colleagues in local government -- your mayor, city council members, or other local elected officials or staff -- to join us for either day's activities. There is also an afternoon session on Friday's agenda for city staff members and others who coordinate the grants administration of Certified Local Government (CLG) projects. This particular session is required only for cities currently administering CLG grants and for those that will receive funding in the next cycle. The Friday tour to Northfield and Faribault will depart from the new History Center at 3:30 p.m. sharp and return there about 8:30 p.m. The tour will conclude with a reception at the Hotel Faribault in Faribault's Downtown Historic District. A second optional tour is an early morning walking tour of Rice Park on Saturday, leaving the lobby of The Saint Paul Hotel at 7:30 a.m. Patricia L. Parker, deputy chief of the Preservation Planning Branch of the Interagency Resources Division of the National Park Service will give the luncheon keynote. Her address, "Preservation and People," will challenge participants to think more broadly about what historic preservation is and should be. While the protection of historic properties -- buildings, districts, sites, structures and objects -- remains a core goal of the national historic preservation program, more and more attention is being directed toward understanding the roles that historic properties play in the cultural traditions of contemporary communities. Parker compiled and wrote Keepers of the Treasures: Protecting Historic Properties and Cultural Traditions on Indian Lands, a report on the results of a study of funding needs for historic and cultural preservation by Indian tribes. She has also had extensive experience working with Certified Local Governments throughout the United States. An opening session, titled, 'Preservation Spotlight: Minnesota Communities' will begin the Saturday's agenda. Short slide presentations from ten commissions will give participants a chance to see the range of preservation activities being conducted by local communities. Similar information sharing forums were particularly well received at the 1990 and 1991 workshops. Due to time limitations, we will not be able to hear from every commission attending, but a summary of local preservation commission activities reported in the 1991 annual reports will be distributed at the conference. Your participation has made this session successful in the past, and your help is needed again in assembling materials for the presentations. Michael Koop of our staff will be coordinating this session and will be in touch with you to get your slides and plan the order of the session. Several commissions will be among the participants in a resource room where you can find displays and representatives from organizations around the state as well as staff from the Minnesota Historical Society. In addition, the Minnesota Historical Society Press will have a sales table at the conference all day Saturday. New titles and many familiar books, magazines, and tapes previously published by the Press will be featured as well as a special selection of historic preservation books. Three sets of concurrent sessions will be offered throughout the day. Many of the sessions duplicate the presentations originally planned for the November conference; others have been reworked to address the challenges, opportunities, and training needs of local preservation commissions. Combining the annual workshop with the conference agenda has afforded the opportunity to present a wide range of sessions that indeed offer something for everyone, whether you are a seasoned preservation professional or a new commission member. The enclosed brochure includes descriptions of all the sessions. Friday's CLG session will be held at the Minnesota Historical Society's new History Center. All of Saturday's activities will be held at The Saint Paul Hotel and Landmark Center in downtown St. Paul. Maps and parking information will be mailed with conference confirmations. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Michael Koop at 612/726-1171. For information on registration, call Richele Anderson at 612/296-2155. We look forward to seeing you on May 29 and 30. Sincerely, )S/b O-V� Britta L. Bloomberg Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Encl: History Conference Brochure t a er THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION FROM: ANN PUNG-TERWEDO DATE: APRIL 29, 1992 SUBJECT: LETTER TO DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR On April 7, 1992, Jeff Johnson, Dennis Gimmestad, Mike Lewis, a representative for Wisc. DOT, the Federal Highway Administration , Steve Russell and myself met to discuss the disposition of the Stillwater/Houlton Lift Bridge. Jeff will summarize the discussion at meeting time. It is apparent the Department of Interior has neglected its role to identify and protect historic resources along the St. Croix River. The State Historic Preservation Office and the Federal Highway Administration seem to be hesitant in making it clear to these agencies the importance of the bridge. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 FOUNDED IN 1849 April 20, 1992 M I N N E SOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Fort Snelling History Center, St. Paul, MN 55111 • (612) 726-1171 Mr. Jeff Johnson, Chairperson Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission 216 No. 4th Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson: RE: Stillwater Commercial Historic District, vicinity of Main, 2nd and Chestnut Streets, Stillwater, Washington County I am pleased to inform you that the Stillwater Commercial Historic District, roughly bounded by Main, 2nd and Chestnut Streets, has been entered on the National Register of Historic Places. The National Register, as you know, is a listing of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects considered to be worthy of preservation. An information sheet describing the program is enclosed. By recognizing the significance of this district and planning for its preservation you are participating in a national movement which aims to preserve, for the benefit of future generations, our cultural heritage. Pursuant to federal regulations (36 CFR 60.6 (u) ), owners will be notified by a general notice which will be published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette. A copy of the notice is enclosed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Susan Roth, National Register Historian, at the above address and telephone number. Again, congratulations on your receiving this important designation. Sincerely, �.� Nina M. Archabal State Historic Preservation Officer Enclosures: Copy of Notice National Register Program Sheet cc: Norene Roberts, Ph.D., Historical Research, Inc., 7800 Tessman Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55445 deater wv� THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION FROM: ANN TERWEDO, PLANNER DATE: APRIL 29, 1992 SUBJECT: LOWELL PARK STUDY The City of Stillwater has contracted with Bill Sanders to begin the Park Plan and restoration of Lowell Park. Some of his past projects include Irvine Park in St. Paul, Hastings Riverfront, and Red Wing. The Preservation Commission will have a big role in the review of the Park Plan and restoration of the existing park. Please review the park proposal plan. We will begin to review the historic background with the Commission at their meeting in May. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 i Effective Learning Through Excellence in Education STILLWATER AREA SCHOOLS 1875 SOUTH GREELEY STREET ELAM STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 430-8200 • V-TDD April 24, 1992 Rolf T. Anderson, President Preservation Alliance of Minnesota P. 0. Box 10485 Minneapolis, MN 55458 Dear Rolf: At its meeting of April 23, 1992, the Stillwater School Board gave final approval to entering into an agreement with the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota to do a reuse study on the Stillwater Junior High School Building (West Wing). The basic understandings of the agreement are set forth in your letter of March 25, 1992. As indicated to you in our telephone conversation the focus of the study has changed somewhat from the original intent. As you know the specific reuse that will be studied is that of a Community Center. To this end the City of Stillwater has agreed to participate as a co-partner in the project. Steve Russell and Ann Terwedo will be actively involved as representatives of the City. I would suggest that one of the next steps should be some direct contact with Steve and Ann to discuss the particular interest the City will now bring to the study. In one of your last paragraphs you indicated that a "more intensive investigation" of Washington School "would only involve a modest increase in the cost of the study." The Board members have asked me to request more details as they may be interested in further pursuit of this possibility. Board of Education STEVE ZINNEL Chairperson SUZANNE THOMSEN Clerk LYMAN GEARY Director An Equal Opportunity Employer KAREN ROSE Director LOUISE JONES LYNN SCHMIDT ROLAND BUCHMAN Vice Chairperson Treasurer Director DAVID WETTERGREN Superintendent Rolf T . Anderson April 24, 1992 Page Two The School District is looking forward to working with the Preservation Alliance and cooperating with the City of Stillwater on this important project. Hopefully we will be able to proceed on a time schedule that will result in your being able to issue your preliminary findings and recommendations on the West Wing before July 1, 1992. Sincerely, David L. Wettergren Superintendent of Schools DLW/ j e cc: Steve Russell - Ann Terwedo THE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of historic properties recognized by the Federal Government as worthy of preservation for their significance in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering and culture. Located in the National Park Service, Department of the Interior, the program is part of a national policy to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect our cultural and natural resources, and is maintained by the Secretary of the Interior under provisions of the National Register Preservation Act of 1966. Listing in the National Register provides the following benefits to historic properties: Eligibility for Federal tax provisions: If a property is listed in the National Register, certain Federal tax provisions may apply. The Tax Reform Act of 1986 revises the historic preservation tax incentives authorized by Congress in the Tax Reform Act of 1976, the Revenue Act of 1978, the Tax Treatment Extension Act of 1980, the Economic Recovery Tax* Act of 1981, and Tax Reform Act of 1984, and as of January 1, 1987, provides for a 20 percent investment tax credit with a full adjustment to basis for rehabilitating historic commercial, industrial, and rental residential buildings. The former 15 percent and 20 percent Investment Tax Credits (ITCs) for rehabilitations of older commercial buildings are combined into a single 10 percent ITC for commercial or industrial buildings built before 1936. The Tax Treatment Extension Act of 1980 provides Federal tax deductions for charitable contributions for conservation purposes of partial interests in historically important land areas or structures. Whether these provisions are advantageous to a property owner is dependent upon the particular circumstances of the property and the owner. Because tax aspects outlined above are complex, individuals should consult legal counsel or the appropriate local Internal Revenue Service office for assistance in determining the tax consequences of the above provisions. For further information on certification requirements, please refer to 36 CFR 67. .Consideration in planning for Federal, federally licensed, and federally assisted projects: Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 requires that Federal agencies allow for the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation to have an opportunity to comment on all projects affecting historic properties listed in the National Register. For further information, please refer to 36 CFR 800. Consideration in issuing a surface coal mining permit: In accordance with the Surface Mining and Control Act of 1977, there must be consideration of historic values in the decision to issue a surface coal mining permit where coal is located. For further information, please refer to 30 CFR 700 et seq. Qualification for Federal grants for historic preservation when funds are available: Presently, funding is unavailable. Listing does not mean that the Federal Government wants to acquire the property, place restrictive covenants on the land, or dictate the color or materials used on individual buildings. State and local ordinances or laws establishing restrictive zoning, special design review committees, or review of exterior alterations, are not a part of the National Register as a tool in the Federal planning process. The National Park Service administers the program through the professional staff of the National Register of Historic Places, State Historic Preservation Officers, and Federal Preservation Officers. Procedures for certifying local governments to participate in the program have been developed., Responsibilities of the State Historic Preservation_ Officer include conducting a statewide survey, the nomination of properties to the National Register, administration of the Historic Preservation Fund grants-in- aid program within the State, and review of federally funded or licensed projects for their effect on the State's historic properties. Federal Preservation Officers are appointed by the heads of Federal agencies to inventory and nominate to the National Register properties under the agency's ownership or control. Historic properties of national, state, or local significance may be nominated by the States and Federal agencies for listing in the National Register. Historic components of National Park System and properties designated by the Secretary of the Interior as National Historic Landmarks are automatically included in the National Register. Properties are listed in the National Register if they meet the National Register criteria for evaluation. A list of the properties entered annually in the National Register is published in the Federal Register. Issues which include properties listed in the National Register are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. A list of properties nominated to the National Register is published every Tuesday in the Federal Register for comment. Federal regulations for the National Register program can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations under 36 CFR 60 (National Register nomination procedures), 36 CFR 63 (determination of eligibility procedures), and 36 CFR 67 (certifications of significance and rehabilitation for Federal purposes. For more information contact the State Historic Preservation Office, Minnesota Historical Society, Fort Snelling History Center, St. Paul, Minnesota 55111. ater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSI �l MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW CI ___ _--',-,r-r--1 mUNDAY, APRIL 6, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - March 2, 1992. 2. Judy Gulden, preservation of playground and ballfield, Washington School site. DESIGN REVIEW 3. Case No. DR/92-9 - Design Review for a Sign Permit for a 2 ft. x 12 ft. wall sign at 224 East Chestnut Street in the CBD, Central Business District. Don Melander, Applicant. 4. Case No. DR/92-10 - Design Review Permit for a restoration concept plan at 108-126 South Main Street with a specific plan for 112 South Main Street in the CBD. Central Business District/Historic Commercial District. Lynskey Properties, Applicant. 5. Case No. DR/92-11 - Design Review Permit for a fence and entryway gates for the Grand Garage at 324 South Main Street in the CBD, Central Business District/Historic Commercial District. Kevin LaCasse, Applicant. 6. Case No. DR/92-12 - Design Review for a Sign Permit for a 2 ft. x 6 ft. projecting sign and graphics at 220 East Chestnut Street in the CBD, Central Business District/Historic Commercial District. Laurel Arnold, Applicant. 7. Other business. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 218 N. Martha Stillwater, MN 55082 Phone: 439-8368 March 16, 1992 Ann Terwedo Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission City Hall 216 North 4th Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Ann: Our community is working together for the preservation of a community asset. The purpose of my correspondence is to request the opportunity to meet with your organization and discuss preservation efforts. I spoke with Jeff Johnson and he suggested I contact you to be included on the agenda for the April meeting. I look forward to the opportunity to attend. I would like to discuss efforts to preserve the playground and ballfield located two blocks west of Stillwater Library on Mulberry Street. This open space has been in continuous use since 1939 when it became the playground for an elementary school that will be having new use in the future. The ball field and playground contribute to the heritage of this community and is appreciated by many adults children, teens, seniors and families that live in the neighborhood referred to as "North Hill". It remains our goal to work together with all parties involved, with cooperation and towards positive objectives to continue to improve our community and preserve its heritage. With thoughtful planning and cooperation, the new occupants could coexist with the play space/ ballfield and the heritage of the community will be preserved. Your work as advocates of projects that preserve the heritage of our community is commendable and it is our request for your consideration to join our efforts. We would welcome the assistance of Sillwater Heritage Preservation Commission. & is ovr vision to preserve ibis historic open space and retain the heritage of the neighborhood while preserving the play and ballfield 97.qqe . Enclosed is information regarding our efforts that we are happy tq shape Wjo you. I look forward to your response regarq}% My request to be included on the April #fenda Cordially yours, Ju d Gul en Playground and Ballfield at the old Washington School Site 2 blocks west of the Stillwater Library Donations and Improvements • We received a $100 donation from the Stillwater Elks Lodge to apply towards swing seats. • A new aluminum picnic table with a wheel chair accessible table top was donated by John Bourdaghs, Shorty's Cleaners, Stillwater. • St. Croix Recreation, Stillwater, donated labor to assemble and install the picnic table. • School Dstrict 834 expanded and paved the parking lot and added a sign directing parking. • School District 834 graded and added gravel to the ball field. • Flowers were planted in the donated pots, and a small flower garden started. • The Sentence to Serve Program, Washington County, kept weeds trimmed around the equipment and fence. • City of Stillwater improvements to Mulberry Street and sidewalks made accessibility more attractive and easier. Future Improvements - Good things keep happening. • A grant from Valley Access Channel, Stillwater, was awarded, and a video is being produced which will document the community working together. • The Stillwater Elks Lodge expressed interested in purchasing a spring mounted riding horse and see -saw. Both are designed for safety and movement. for children with various abilities. Each has extra handles and a wide surface for seating. These units are not installed in concrete, thus making a change in their location easily made. The Elks also indicated interest in a contribution for improving the path to the picnic area. • Abrahamson Nursery, Stillwater, has offered low maintenance scrubs and a shade tree. • Junker Landscaping, Stillwater, offered wood beams and sand for sand landings. • Courage Center, Stillwater, will recommend handicapped accessible equipment. • Sentence to Serve Program, Washington County, is available to help with weed trimming. • The Bird House, Oak Park Heights, is interested in donating bird feeders and discount feed, and local bird enthusiasts want to promote bird watching at the site. Birds are attracted to a ravine off ehalfblockfrom the site • Rose Floral and Garden Center, Stillwater, has offered to donate flowers, and volunteers are eager to expand the flower garden. The cooperation, generosity and leadership of indi vidvals, civic groups, community leaders and volunteers make Stillwater the best place to call home. This community Works together! It is a vision that the Playground and Ballfield continue to be dedicated for park purposes to serve the adults, children, teens, seniors and families that make their home in the St. Croix Valley. ST. CRIOX ARTS TASK FORCE PUBLIC REPORT AND OPEN MEETING March 17, 1992 Dear Friend, You are cordially invited by the members of the St. Croix Arts Task Force to share dessert and a discussion with us about the Fine Arts in the St. Croix area. Please join other people interested in the Fine Arts at a public meeting: "NOT JUST DESSERT" THE FUTURE OF THE ARTS IN THE ST. CROIX VALLEY TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. THE HISTORIC COURTHOUSE 101 WEST PINE STREET, STILLWATER The Arts Task Force is eager to explain and get response from the community to our recommendations regarding advancing the arts in the area. Based upon a six-month assessment funded by the St. Paul Foundation, we are recommending some specific, exciting ventures. We used surveys and interviews with artists, community leaders, patrons of the arts and heads of local arts organizations to direct us. In our opinion, there is a need in the community to coordinate, promote and market arts activities and events which might be best met by a community arts council. Arts education, governmental relations and the possibility of creating an arts center in the area are among other concerns to be discussed. To reserve a dessert and printed materials related to the meeting, please call: 410_826 and leave your name with Sharon Stoffel. We hope to see you at the meeting. David Wettergren, ronKener of the ask Force James Hainlen, Project Coordinator G' MR ter am THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET MONDAY, MARCH 2, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET. 1. Approval of minutes. AGENDA DESIGN REVIEW 2. Case No. DR/92-8 - Design Review for a facade restoration at 308 South Main Street in the CBD, Central Business District, Historic District. Bob Lillyblad, applicant. 3. Distribution of buildings to research. 4. Discussion of a letter to MTM about 328 leaving Stillwater. 5. Review of walking tour in Stillwater Brochure. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ra� w Worm ter a 0 as THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINN ESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: HERITAGE PRE PION COMMISSION MEMBERS FROM: ANN TERWEDO DATE: MARCH 23, 1992 SUBJECT: ST. CROIX COLLECTION The Heritage Preservation Commission has special permission to use the St. Croix Collection at the Stillwater Public Library for the research on Downtown Stillwater. The room is located in the lower level of the 1 ibrary and is locked when Sue Collins is not working. Please go to the reference desk, tell them your name and that you are on the Preservation Commission. They will give you access to the room. I have included a map of the room so you can find some of the useful reference material. If you need to view the micro film on the Stillwater Gazettes, it would be best to ask for Sue Collins. She works on Tuesday 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M and Wednesdays 12:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 �1-FoTUS 5 -SM w S %% AA �A�S�IZ C Individual properties in the Stillwater Historic Commercial District are listed below. Each property begins with building address. The historic name is used if known or a general name (underlined), then followed by year of construction, current use and a short historic overview and physical description. Known architects or builders follow: South Main Street, west side: Wolf Brewery Site (Vittorio's) Buildings and Caves, This site was first established in 1839 with the arrival of Jules S. Pierre who dug out the area near the cave for a trading post. In 1845, Socrates Nelson purchase the land and site from the government. Martin Wolf, a Swiss Brewmeister, opened the Empire Brewery in the 1870s which later became the Joseph Wolf Brewery named after the Martin Brothers. The brewery closed in 1925. Tom Curtis purchased the Brewery Cave in 1945 from the Wolf Estate, renamed the caves the "Curtis Caves" then opened them as a tourist attraction. The Gozzi family opened Vittorio's Restaurant on the Wolf Brewery site in 1969 then later acquired the Curtis Caves. Much remodeling has been done to the site and caves. Tours of the caves are conducted during the summer months. 414 South Main Street, Joseph Wolf Brewery Building, ca. 1872 (Vittorio's): This is a two-story red brick structure with a flat roof. The cornice is corbelled and dentilled. Segmental brick arches comprise the window lintels over single pane fixed lights with new steel. Joseph Wolf Brewery Building, ca. 1872 (Vittorio's): This is a four-story ashlar limestone building with a flat roof. The top two stories were added between 1898-1902. The original triple -arched storefront can still be seen. 412 South Main Street, Joseph Wolf Brewery Tunnel System, ca. 1872 (Vittorio's): A continuous tunnel with twists and turns in several legs extending into the limestone bluff to the southwest and connecting the Wolf Brewery Building with the Wolf Brewery Office. 402 South Main Street, ca. 1872 (Vittorio's): This is a three story limestone block structure with a flat roof. The structure has been stuccoed. This structure was originally built as the Pacific Hotel. 121 East Chestnut Street, illw r La dry, /Inc. Buildin , ca. 19,10-192.4 �Sh ty C1 ner/ un er): VhisVaoe sto y one e e bl cVn i ga c r ie- to pe t ar perb e rof. Th b cka e of sio t d r is ed a contracting brown b pa et emish 5 original north -facing building is Classical REvival style with a Greek projecting fully pedimental portico and four fluted Greek Ionic columns flanking Vthe tabbed stone -faced entrance. Original Chestnut Street cast iron lamp standards are intact. Building, O.H. Olsen, Stillwater, 1905 and 1977 addition. y,223 West Chestnut Street, Tepass Block 1885 (Tailor Maid, Country Classics, Anna Lou's and State Farm Insurance): This is a four -bay, two-story red brick structure with hood moldings of metal around the second story windows. It has an elaborate metal cornice and parapet with an "1885" date block. Lan3 8 South Main Street, Union Block, ca. 1873-1874 (The Croixside Press): This s a two-story cream brick (painted beige and brown) commercial building. 2 South Main Street, Union Block, ca. 1873-1874 (John's Bar): This is a two- ory cream brick (painted beige and brown) commercial building with a flat roof d brick foundation. 13b South Aain/$treet, Nb thexn St Powgx Com Di on is 27/ ( rVcl H us Va ei s ) :Vhi s a tw -sVoha4 r d f ce ri bu' dilg `t aat ofme�toneund ion d stopi and 1' tels. 224 9buth M in Str et, Comme ial Buildin ca. 1884- 88 (sout one-thir ad tappe� Sal n an E tery)/wind T is is a w -story red brick bu' di wit a fl t oof . ; The sec nd tory�ws ar re lacem s wi h s one w ndo�r/ heade painted bfa.k. Th storefro t has been alter, d with s ained g a s and new daspla�'' w�in ws6 bet een origin&�l' c�ast iron olumns. The metal cornYce area has de\corat�i%ve b :'ck cor f ling an&brackets . 3N,9 Sgrdth Main treet, Commercial Buildi re-1884 (Fancy Na-ncy's Jfewe_ry�;_ Th' is tw -sto eam rick ru re wi cor ce ricornice and stone par t. 301 South Main Street, Simonet's Furniture and Carpet Company Building, 1904 altered post 1953: This is a two-story wide brick structure with a flat roof, painted brown. It was originally in Classical Revival style with a molded \ cornice. The building was built for Ludwig and Felix Simonet in 1904, sons of Sebastian Simonet a Swiss immigrant who started the business in 1864. Ludwig and Felix ran their father's furniture business until 1925 then passed the business '@R to the next generation. Today the fifth generation Simonets reside over the business with the same pride as their forbearers. The Simonet site is the original site of the Grand Opera House which was destroyed by fire in 1902. 223 South Main Street, Commercial Building, ca. 1900 (Village II): The brick above the display window is cream colored. A classic Revival style structure. 1�e The building has a decorative metal parapet with central gable, moldings and swags. 229 South Main Street, 1910 (The Village): This is a two-story, red brick structure painted red. 11 127 South Main Street, Jarchow and York Block, 1890: This is a three -bay, two- story, red brick structure with rusticated red sandstone trim matched to the Mosier Brothers Block to the south. 125 South Main Street, John Karst Block, 1887 (Thompson Hardware): This is a two-story, red brick with butter joint single bay structure with horizontal stone banding at the lintels and sills of the second story windows. John Karst, a dealer in hardware and stoves, built the building in 1887 and opened a hardware store. Julius F. Loeber and a former hardware store clerk Freed H. "Brooks" Thompson formed a partnership in 1923, bought the hardware stock of Charles Mosier and moved into the building. When Mr. Loeber died, his son continued as Thompson' partner until 1939 when the partnership dissolved. It remained Thompson Hardware until the Spring of 1988. 119 South Main Street, Staples Block, 1890 (Kolliner's): This is a three-story, red brick Renaissance Revival style structure with five unequal bays with foliated stone designs on the brick piers separating the bays. Tl1It-6 story pp n i nga arc i,� .�. - -ti . ;i f . i n..�..T�_St 31L11zPc1 arcade . Tti W ' ^T' .�_ �-�� ' -� L V _ 11 u ul. � t<vrc ciL Ce 1`iT els . Re la Pc Y-.riz ' or, t hr—t e - to coral l or + m� th w Theme +orra n^++a hl (x'k d Gl gnc i n +}ic sPandrcl arc as between the upper two floors. Theme-�.=---'o ackeze�nel�ri - .. _t�r-g�-red e pet in stone. The storefront is faced in glazed green hollow block and new display windows. Builder: 0. H. Olsen, Stillwater. 101 South Main Street, Cosmopolitan State Bank, 1967: Architect: Kilstofe and Vosejpka, Inc., Wayzata. This is a one-story reinforced poured concrete and stone faced bank building with a sweeping roof supported by reinforced concrete. 118 - 126, Excelsior Block, IB82 (Antiques, Saloon, R.L. Schneider, dentist): This is a two story, four -bay, red brick structure trammed in stone. Second story windows have a Queen Anne -style colored glass window transoms. There is elaborate corbelling on the brick cornice and a panelled metal parapet with central gabled configuration. Second story windows have brick and stone segmented arches and the storefronts have been altered. South Main, east side: 323 South Main Street, Smithson Paper Box Company Building, ca. 1910 - 1924 (Simonet's storage): This two-story, red brick structure has stone sills, jack arched window lintels on the second story, original windows and doors and an asymmetrical front facade with raised basement. 319 South Main Street, Commercial Building, pre-1884 (Fancy Nancy's Jewelry): This is a two-story, cream brick structure with a corbelled brick cornice and stone parapet. Second story windows have stone lintels and brick segmented This Windows have dark glass fixed lights. Original hood molds are not visible under the window awnings. The storefront has been rebuilt and refaced. � a t Aestivut Street, First tional ank Buildin 19 7 original north facing building is Classical Revival style with a Greek projecting fully pedimented portico and four fluted Greek Ionic columns flanking the tabbed stone faced entrance. The front facade is symmetrical. The building is tan brick on the rear and sides with cut Bedford limestone smooth block facing the front. The roof is flat. Windows on the second story have jack arched stone lintels with keystones. Over the portico is cut "First National Bank". There are new single light windows. Facing Second Street, the west facade is a new 1977 addition, too close in style to the original structure and of the same material. The west facing addition has single fixed light windows and tabbed window and entry surrounds and a gabled entrance which closely resembles the original structure. Because the original structure faces north on Chestnut and the much larger addition faces west, the addition does not mar the architecture and style of the original building. Original Chestnut Street cast iron lamp standards are intact. Builder: O.H. Olsen, Stillwater, 1905 and 1977 addition. 223 Wes Chestnut Street, ass B1 c , 188qd Ma' , Coun C ssics nna L ' Trimb nd Ass fates)• T is ay t -St r r b is truct re ith h od m ldin s f met l a oun nd for wi d ws. It h el or to me al c nice a d par pet it" to blo k. T m t p rape i mi sing orm h west rn os t is bay ( r' le a d A soci tes ha the m st tofron alt ra ih riz nta w od i 'nT of er re store ont h ve n di 1 n ce ta' a t tTh re fac d rick w is av a b tter 'o nd stor indo new in '11 glass 'th appli d ater'a ti235 East Chestnut Street, Commercial Building, ca. 1898 - 1904 (Smitty's Barbershop): This is a one-story, red brick building with a flat roof and partially exposed original storefront with new display windows and entrance. d 0 South Water Street, east side: 239- 305 South Water Street, Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul passenger and freight depot, 1883 (Freight House Restaurant): This is one-story, masonry red brick structure with new standing seam metal roof was rehabilitated in 1983. It is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Riverfront, north of Nelson Street - east of Water Street, Park restrooms and city lift station, 1960, 1984: This is a masonry building of red brick, one story and a flat roof. The city lift station was built in 1960 and has an addition of Lowell Park restrooms constructed in 1984. pwc._,A� ; Y' \ Foot of Myrtle Street and Chestnut at the St. Croix River's edge, Lowell Park, levee and Municipal Pavilion, 1916+: Lowell Park stretches along the St. Croix River with a concrete levee along the river's edge, a drive, green grass, flower beds and trees, picnic tables, and a craftsman style open-air lattice work pavilion with a hipped roof and concrete foundation. There are two contributing structures this site: the pavilion (ca. 1916) and the concrete levee (pre- 1940). Just after World War I, Mr. Elmore Lowell, Stillwater Park Board and owner of the Sawyer House, said to the Park Commissioners "I have $2 nrrron in government bonds which I will turn over to the board as a fund to pay for a General Park Plan for Stillwater. If you will arrange with Morell and Nichols to prepare such a plan." Mr. Morell, distinguished as one of the best landscape men of the northwest, took active charge. His final plan was a masterpiece. He felt that its execution w-i-1-1 give Stillwater great distinction. As years went by, improvements were made to the park according to the Morell and Nichols Plan. The levee wall was constructed between 1935 - 1938 and improvements such as restrooms and a pump house have been added since 1950. On Memorial Day, 1940, citizens of Stillwater dedicated a new flag pole in the name of Elmore Lowell. The Lions Club unveiled the monument for presentation to the City. Without Mr. Lowell's dedication to the City of Stillwater there would be no Lowell Park Third Street South, west side: 220 South Third Street, Jassoy Building, 1886: This is a three-story frame, red brick veneer structure designed in Queen Anne style with a flat roof. It has stone banding along the second and third stories and stone capitals. Bay windows flank the north and south ends of the second story. Masonry openings for windows are segmented brick arched. Some window openings are round -arched. The storefront has been restored. The interior of the building had a grand ballroom on the third floor. This was thelodge of the Knights of Pythius- From Wisconsin, this building is a centerpiece to the picturesque Stillwater. According E.J. Roney, in his book Looking Backward, Theo Jassoy and Son were harness dealers, there business was located on Commerciab"Wnh� was a well-known business firm in Stillwater in 1895. Th ---�1 rn , a rfa erite -ua g—s-pot dur w c�rr�h3 -at—the trr -�f +-t -sent-UWZY . aA-Y�� c 1,;S, V, , � d �c5 t he v . Richard Kilty, a lifetime resident of Stillwater, has restored the building to it s 1886 grandeur. East Myrtle Street, north side: 220 East Myrtle Street, Federal Building, 1903 (Old Post Office Shops): This two-story former Post Office Building is Classical Revival style with beige brick walls. It has a concrete foundation and a pyramidal slate roof with oculus dormers. Window openings facing south are brick round arched with stone keystones and wood surrounding multiple panes. The cornice has dentilling and modillion blocks. Some windows have corniced window heads with stone swags in decorative panels above the windows. This structure was designed under the administration of Supervising Architect of Treasury James Knox Taylor. This post office is one of the last remaining Taylor -designed post offices in Minnesota. f ice.:. This a been built\efi sire ,fit ls� 1 226 East Myrtle Street, 'residence/office, pre-1884 (Stillwater Realty Company): This is a two-story, red brick house and office in the Italianate style with a hipped roof of asphalt shingle and a brick foundation. It has an asymmetrical front facade with paired segmented arched window openings on the second story and added shutters. The eaves have Italianate paired wood brackets. The rear has a two story brick appendage. The front entry has been altered with flanking pilasters and a wooden dentilled arch over the front door since 1956 when the wooden one story flat roofed front port was removed. There is some glass block infill in openings on the east side. The homes was built for Dr. Willis Horton Pratt; it is now vacant. Mrs. Van Meier, the wife of Henry Van Meier, M.D., still resided on the second floor until her death in 1991. Her husband opened his practice at this location in 1958 and remained here until his death in 1979. He practiced medicine in Stillwater for 51 years. There is a two-story vault in the rear of the structure used to store medicine and other medical equipment. South Second Street, east side: 233 South Second Street, duplex/commercial, pre-1884 (Second Street Store): This is a two-story, red brick building with a limestone foundation and hipped ti roof. The brick walls have been sandblasted and are pitted and soft. There are brick dentils under the eaves, a metal roof, a metal cornice and eaves and stone lintels and headers at the windows. The current windows are replacements: �C tinted single fixed lights. The storefront has been altered with new display windows and alterations. 113 North Second Street, H.C. Farmer Sunken Garden and Fountain, 1934 - 1935: This is a memorial sunken garden at the site of a natural spring. It was designed and built in 1934 - 1935. There is a rusticated limestone drinking fountain at the sidewalk level with a bronze plaque stating "A.D. 1937 - dedicated by the Board of Water Commissioners of the City of Stillwater in memory of Henry Clay Farmer, 1858 - 1914". He had a foundry on this site. The sunken rock garden is symmetrical in arrangement and has two curved stone 10 stairways leading down below street grade. The staircase has two limestone end piers with wrought iron railings, a small limestone plaza with pavers and stone benches and a standing pool. Planting in the rock garden include perennial and annuals such as: violets, cetum, hosta, columbine, Lily of the Valley, flox, wild rose, Duty Miller, inpatients, Allisum, marigolds, mums, Arbor Vitae, snap dragons, day lilies, etc. The garden is maintained by the Perennial Garden Club of Stillwater, according to a second plaque. 118 South Main Street, 'Commercial Building, ca. 1867 - 1884 (Trade Winds Travel and Silver Light Photography): This is a two-story, limestone block building with a brick decorative frieze and molded metal cornice. The second story ,\ windows have brick segmented arches. The storefront has been completely altered and faced with cream brick except for an entry door and transom above. 108 - 112 South Main Street, Commercial Building, pre-1884, refaced with new facade after 1913 (Meg`s Cafe, apartments, Elks Lodge): This three-story building originally had a different facade with upper story windows grouped in .L� threes in a round -arched Palladian motif. After 1913, the present facade was ,\\ put up. There are two sets of three windows grouped on the upper stories. The prominent molded cornice with modillion blocks and brick corbelling date from ca. 1913 renovation. The storefront has been altered. 102 South Main Street, Joseph Wolf Company Building, 1911 (Stillwater Photo c SIA): This is a two-story, brown brick building with a flat roof and concrete foundation. It is classically inspired. It is trimmed with stone banding, 5 coping and brick pilaster capitals with stone. The second story windows have been replaced with new windows and a bay window in the northeast corner of the east and north facades. The storefront has been covered with marble and smooth wood siding. So204 South Main, Commercial Building, ca. 1898 - 1904 (Mainstreet Hair Design, ): This one-story, double storefront, red brick building has a flat roof and brick foundation. Brick chamfering decorates the cornice area with dentilling and metal flashing. The entrance on the southwest corner of Chestnut and Main is cant -cornered. Storefronts have been altered with new display windows. 126 South Main, Commercial Building, ca. 1904 (Main Street Square, south portion) : This is a two-story building of red brick with a flat roof. The �\ cornice has brick corbelling and the four second story windows, now brick infilled, are grouped together with stone columns and continuous lintel and terra cotta decorative surround. 122 South Main Street, John Karst Block, ca. 1891 (Main Street Square, north portion): This is a two-story building of red brick with a flat roof and brick foundation. The storefront has been altered to match. The second story windows have been removed and the three openings infilled with brick. Terra cotta trim above these windows has foliated and circular patters of differing designs. The parapet is decorative brick with a central name and date block. M 18 Scauth i it in 188 1887 northo- s a tw story, r d� br% buil 1rg with 11 210 So Main S eet, Commerc' 1 Bu ding, 189 - 190 (Sherb ne's ewel s): This 's a one- tory ed bric si e bay stru u with horizon al nfi in a ansom area. The storefront is cast iron and the rear roof is S 08 South lWinStreet, Commerci ildin , ca. 8 - 1904 ( lle's): This i a one- tcry, b ick buildin with �wnre-facel,,bri T front acad was re c p babl during the 20s. t is now with s ldie course fla nels. The display windows are newer replacements. 227 South Main Street, Commercial Building, ca. 1884-1888 (The Eagles Club Aerie No. 94): This is a two-story, hard face, red brick with butter joint building which is noticeably listing to the south. It has a metal dentilled band separating the first and second stories. There are metal hood molds over the three second story windows set in a single recessed bay. The cornice is elaborately panelled and corbelled. The parapet is bracketed between raised Windows on the second story are new and smaller with plywood infill above. 219 South Main Street, Commercial Bu 4g, ca. 1860s (Brines): This three story stone building is faced in local Lily Lake brick laid in American bond on the front facade. The brick has been sandblasted. Stone sills and lintels are original. The original storefront has a violet small pane glass transom. The cornice and parapet area is plain brick and was rebuilt after a 1982 fire with destroyed the top of the third floor. Upper windows are new: one -over -one on the second story and single fixed light on the third story. The original cornice was removed prior to 1973. East Chestnut Street, north side: 224 East Chestnut Street, Commercial Building, pre-1884 (now vacant): This two- story double storefront building is red brick laid in American bond. It has a flat roof, molded metal cornice and dentilled frieze. Heavy drip moldings are Mlocated above the second story windows and central door. Windows are now one - over -one. The front facade is symmetrical and has stone lintels and sills on the second story windows. The central second story wood balcony has been removed. Storefronts have been altered with Vitriolite structural black glass sheathing. From 1936 -1956 this building was known as the Kalinoff Building. 226 East Chestnut Street, Commercial Building, pre-1884 (St. Croix Cards & Gifts, Hallmark): This is a two-story, red brick building painted grey with altered smaller masonry openings and one -over -one windows with brick infill above on the second story and original stone window headers still intact. There is a wide frieze and metal dentilled cornice. Storefront has been altered with new display windows and multi -colored glazed tiles as well s black Vitriolite facing. St. Croix Drug was founded in 1881, The building has been a drug store since 12 215 South Main Street, First National Bank Building, 1888 (Winona Knits): This is a two-story, red brick structure with a flat roof and three bays with a central bay window on the second story. It has an elaborate brick panelled and decorative cornice and a raised corbie-stepped parapet. The storefront has been altered. 209 - 211, Brunswick Block, 1889: This is a two-story, red brick structure with stone trim and horizontal stone banding. There is a metal bracketed cornice with decorative brick panelling above the second story windows. The central bay \� has two windows above which is a semicircular foliated decorative panel. The _) storefront is not original. 129 South Main Street, Mosier Bros. Block, 1888 (Diamonds on Main - Stillwater Bakery): This is a two-story, Queen Anne commercial style corner block with red / brick and rusticated red sandstone trim. Bays are separated by plain red brick piers. There is a rounded corner window at the second story at the corner of Main and Chestnut. A date and name panel is located on the Main Street facade. There are decorative brick panels above the second story windows and brick corbelling at the tops of the recessed bays. It is topped with a decorative metal parapet. The storefront has been altered with applied vertical wood siding and new display windows. \ 127 East Myrtle Street, Hooley's Supermarket, 1960 - 1961-� This one-story �J structure is concrete block with a flat roof and glazed red tile brick with display windows. Architect: Ames, Crommett and Associates, St. Paul. This was the site of the Union Station, one of the most brilliant buildings in Stillwater. It was demolished in the 1960s. 113 - 121 South Water Street, Lumbermen's Exchange Building, 1890: This is an approximately square, three-story, red brick building with a flat roof and new w� brick parapet. The recessed upper story bays terminate in brick corbelling. �\ There is brick infill under the original jack -arched window lintels and new smaller one -over -one windows installed in 1966. The first story has alterations and brick infill. East Chestnut Street, south side: 107 East Chestnut Street, Stillwater Armory, 1921 - 1922: This is a red brick, two-story and raised basement structure with a flat roof. The brick is laid in b� American bond with white mortar. It is trimmed in cast concrete. Brick soldier course define the three floors (including the raised basement). There are new one -over -one double -hung metal replacement windows and a newer brick two bay garage addition on the east facade. Architect: Oscar T. Lang, Minneapolis. 121 East Chestnut Street, Stillwater Laundry, Inc. Building, ca. 1910 - 1924 (Shorty Cleaner/Launderer): This is a one-story, concrete block building with a corbie-stepped front parapet and rear gabled roof. The block walls are both smooth and rusticated with a contrasting brown brick parapet laid in Flemish bond. The foundation is concrete. Lateral windows have glass block infill. Front windows have a large single pane with wood infill surrounds. There are two glass and steel entry doors. "Shorty" Bourdaghs opened is business on this 13 C� � J\�t C •� 4,e-.n \1 site in 19431 This site was previously known as the Stillwater Laundry. 101 South Main Street, Cosmopolitan State Bank, 1967: Architect: Kilstofe and Vosejpka, Inc., Wayzata. ski.Nelson Street, south side: 211-1/2 South Nelson Street Barn, ca. 1891 - 1898 and Storage Building, ca. 1910 - 1923: There are two buildings, both contributing on this site, connected by a small frame addition. The barn is a 2-1/2 story building with a rock -faced coursed stone first story and brick veneer upper story. The roof is jerkin -head gabled above a wide wooden frieze. Window openings have stone sills and segmented arced lintels. Attached to the west end is a wagon, auto and truck shed built between 1911 - 1923. This is a long rectangular one-story building of rusticated concrete block. 239 South Nelson Street, dwelling/storage building, ca. 1883: This is a random ashlar two-story stone building with stone sills and lintels and a completely new low-pitched gabled roof with asphalt shingles, including new rafters. In 1888, this was a dwelling. There is a wagon entry on the north facade ground floor with a new I -bean lintel and three windows and a door on the second floor covered in plywood. 6ak t a S - t� , �ast�sirde : 306 - 308, Commercial Building, ca. 1910 - 1914 ( e 's Shee Repa- r, *3±6) This is a two story, single bay, Classical Revival style orange brick structure with wide stone lintels forming a continuous band above the second story windows. Second story windows have stone sills and one -over -one lights. There is a corbelled brick cornice and plain brick parapet. The transom area over the storefront display windows is infilled with plywood and the storefront is altered with new display windows and ceramic tile kick. 14, Vac t Lot, #324, no tribut' g This the s' o a fo er uc e. It a nd lot ay on the hwest co of East estnut 330, Commercial building, ca. 1885, ( ar} ^- catAr, : This is a two story red brick building with a flat roof and concrete faced foundation. The raised parapet is corbelled and panelled and the front facade is divided into three bays separated by pilasters with stone bases. Second story windows have new fixed lights and original stylized drip molds at the lintels. The storefront has been moderately altered. This building has been recently tuckpointed and the parapet repaired. C' 324, Grand Garage, 1973+ (#261, noncontributing): This two story multicolored brown brick structure with front gabled roofs and cupola has a brick and concrete foundation. It is trimmed in stone. It contains architectural details from a variety of demolished older buildings in the region. This is the site of the former Stillwater Motor Company Building. C�e_ktq V Y 312, Union Block, ca. (1873 - 1874 (j: This is a two story 14 cream brick commercial building with a flat roof and brick foundation. The second story windows have replacement aluminum combination windows, but the masonry openings are original with arched hood moldings and keystones. The storefront has been altered by retains cast iron columns. The east facade walls are original; the windows are replacements. 310, Union Block, ca. 1&73 - 1874 ( tag): This two story stone building with flat roof has lost all historic fabric on the front facade. The storefront has been altered, the original three second story windows and openings with hood molds have been removed and the entire second story face has been covered in stucco and pierced with two small square windows. 308, Union Block, ca. 1873 - 1874, (`"� vG•�-G, ��^•): This is a two story cream brick (painted beige and brown) commercial building with a flat roof �J and brick foundation. The second story windows are smaller aluminum combinations with wood infill. The masonry openings are original with arched \� hood moldings and keystones. The storefront has been altered. L 302, Union Block, ca. 1873 - 1874, This is a two story cream brick (painted beige and brown) commercial building with a flat roof and brick foundation. The second story windows are new aluminum combinations. The masonry openings are original with arched hood moldings and keystones. New metal flashing has been installed. The storefront has been altered with ``vertical wood siding and new entry and windows. 236, Northern States Power Company Division Offices, 1927, (Tamarack House Gal ries, #266): This is a story hard red-fa e e brick buiApotion a flat roof, lim o e foundation a d s ne coping nd lin els . Aboved s r windows re th ee panellep decora ive bric]/inserts. The centrof/the para a is slightly raised. T e fronfacade torefro�rt display wind s. Wind w openigs on the south facade have segmentalSecond floor windowso the front facade e riginal 3 ove 1 erticlights. There is brick s er coursing above the second story window openings at grade on the front facade. 232, Commercial Building, 1942 - 1943 (Hooley's TV and Appliance, #267, noncontributing): This one story brown brick structure with a flat roof with vertical wood signage above the display windows was infill in the early 1940s, after a fire destroyed two older structures. 226, Commercial Building, ca. 1888 - 1891, 1942 - 1943 alterations (Stillwater Pet and Supply Company, $ - - y'- '^ This building is a two-story PP Y P Y . . -�-- -- - ---�� red brick building faced in cream brick with red brick lintels, a flat roof and brick foundation. It has vertical wood board signage, soldier course headers above the windows and a recessed entry and angled display windows. Visible fabric and windows and openings date from around 1942 - 1943 after a fire damaged this building and destroyed two adjacent structures to the south Ma4 • / 224„ Commer ial ildin ,6are tre��ents 888 (south o�-third, ad Cappex Saoon and\Eatery, #269): This cry red bri building with a �ffat roof. Theecon story wind witstone window headers painted 15 Sfiate Cie arirnent of ttie interior, -iria I Park Service n� nal Regjistzr of. Historic; Plsaces Section number Page : 5 214 - 218, Commercial Buildinq, ca. 1884 - 1887 (north two-thirds, Martin's Clothing Store, -4270): This is a two story red brick building with a flat roof. The metal cornice area has decorative brick corbelling and metal bracketted cornice. Second story windows are covered in shutters and the storefront is entirely new. 210, Commercial Building, ca. 189t 1904 (Sherburne's Jewelers, T271): This is a one story red brick single bay structure with horizontal infill in the transom area. The storefront is cast iron and the rear roof is hipped. 208, Commercial Building, ca. 1898 - 1904 (Estelle's-272):' This is a one story brick building with a flat roof. The front facade was refaced probably during the 1920s. It is now brown wire -faced brick with soldier course flat panels. The dis- play windows are newer replacements. 204, Commercial Buildinq, ca. 1898 - 1904 (Mainstreet Hair Design, Poor Butterfly, ;'273): This one story double storefront red brick building has a flat roof and brick foundation. Brick chamfering decorates the cornice area with dentillirg and metal flashing. The entrance on the southwest corner of Chestnut and Main is cant - cornered. Storefronts have been altered with new display windows. 132, Commercial Building, 1869 (St. Croix Rexall Drug, ;274, noncontributing): This two story limestone block building with a flat roof has. been ent rely altered except for the stone window sills on - the north three second story windows. The roof was originally hipped. Windows, parapet flashing, storefront brick and display windows and second story masonry window openings have all been altered. The south half of the building was stuccoed ca. 1930 and windows were replaced. The north half was stuccoed and original second story window openings made smaller ca.. 1970 when part of the original dentilled frieze and metal cornice was removed. A(� 126, Commercial Buildinq, ca. 1904 (Main Street Square,. south portion, m275): This is a two-story red brick building with a flat roof and brick foundation. The J\ storefront has been altered to match Site 1-276. The second story windows have been removed and the four_ openings infilled with brick. Brick corbelling and a terra cotta panel decorate the front facade. Windows feature terra cotta surrounds and stone columns and lintels. \� 122, John Karst .Block, 1891 (Main Street Square, north portion, r276): This is a two-story building of red brick with a flat roof and a brick foundation. The storefront has been altered to match m275. The second story windows have been removed and the three openings infilled with brick. Terra cotta trim above these windows has foliated and circular patterns of differing designs. The parapet is decorative brick with a central name and date block. black. The storefront has been altered with stained glass and new display windows between case iron columns. The metal cornice area has decorative brick corbelling and brackets. V 128 - 130, Commercial Building, 1869 f , n r�rnr�nI-ri�'117t1nQ ; This two story limestone block building with a flat roof has been entirely altered except for the stone window sills on the north three second story windows. The roof was originally hipped. Windows, parapet flashing, storefront brick and display windows and second story masonry window openings have all been altered. The south half of the building was stuccoed ca. 1930 and windows were replaced. The north half was stuccoed and original second story window openings made smaller ca. 1970 when part of the original dentilled frieze and metal cornice was removed. North Main, west side: 102 - 106, McKusick Block 1880, (Nerw-s —Bank-, --Nvrwe I This is a two story red brick structure trimmed in stone at the pilasters between the windows and tying together the two flanking bays of �( four windows on the east facade, second story. The storefront has been altered with new windows, entrance and polished marble facing. Decorative brick panels recessed above second story windows are original. Built In 1880, this was originally three stories tall with an elaborate decorative cornice. The third floor was lost to fire after 1928. Second story windows are now single pane fixed light. Parapet coping is red tile. A small one-story brick addition was added to the north in ca. 1970. 110 - 112, Commercial Building, pre-1884 This two story orange red brick building has a brick decorative cornice and new metal flashing at the parapet. Second story windows have stone hood mold sand new single pane fixed lights. The cast iron storefront columns are original, but the display windows are relatively new. C 114 Commercial Building pre-1884 altered ca. 1928 (_ " a ^nk ��. u ��--._._and Stati^^^r;' u_R� These two story orange brick building was refaced ca. 1928. �\ It has a decorative brick cornice and two Chicago -style second story windows f \ which are not original. First floor display windows and red brick kicks are not original. 317, Commercial Building, pre-1884, first alteration 1937 and subsequently (Barbara Ann's , n g): This is a two story red brick structure with a flat roof and little remaining original fabric. The original storefront was removed in 1937. More recently, the elaborate cornice and parapet, second story hood molds over the windows and windows have been removed. Second story windows are now dark glass single fixed light. 241, Commercial Building, ca. 1951 I ): This new two story brick inf ill replaced an older pressed metal building after a 1951 fire. nd_.tha 16 - r� • 0 - • �• • �• - - • •� • 229, Commercial Building, 1910 �m—o�--�� " This is a two story red brick structure painted red. There is a chamfered brick cornice, central panel with diamond -shaped insert and date block and an entirely altered storefront. Second story windows are shuttered. 201,�kd , 1965 (vaca t,noncontributing): This is a two story re g id in ercanond with concrete trim. It has a flat roostor ha vertical�ixed light windows. Architect: Ackerberg and Associates, Inc. 221, office, ca. 1913 - 1915 (The Mind's Aye, #251): This is a craftsman style red brick one story structure with limestone trim and original one -over -one wood double hung windows. It has a limestone plinth, coping, cornice and horizontal sill band and a flat roof. South Union Street, east side: 119, Commercial Building, pre-1884 ( This two story painted brick building has a flat roof. The storefront has been completely bricked up and has no openings or entrances. 0 117, Commercial Building, 1882 (Community Volunteer Services, #M): This two story red brick building has a flat roof and sandstone block foundation. The date block reads "1882". Second story windows have segmented brick arches. The storefront has been altered, but retains fluted cast iron columns. a 3 one ib i ): t el re 123, Connolly Shoe Company Building, 1905 (Voyager PRess; WR Medical Electronics Company, #223): This is a two story red brick building with a limestone foundation. The cornice area is decorated with brick corbelling with metal flashing at the coping. Trim is stone: at the window lintels and running bands. Window openings have segmented arches and six -over -six lights on the second floor front facade and single fixed lights on the first floor. At the rear, there are segmented arched window openings on the east facade. The remnants of a painted sign with "Connolly Shoe Company" is evident on the south lateral side. Second Street, west side: 102, Stillwater Gazette Building, 1905, 1978 addition (#219): This is a two story red face brick building with butter joint. It is trimmed with stone at the window sills. It has a corbelled brick cornice and plain brick parapet with red tile coping. Second story windows are new smaller replacements with plywood infill at the top of the original sash. There is a fluted Ionic corner cast 17 ter a® THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET, STILLWATER. Ar,FNnA 1. Approval of minutes - January 6, 1992. DESIGN REVIEW 1. Case No. DR/92-3 - Sign permit for the placement of a 26 square foot wall sign facing Main Street and a 56 square foot wall sign facing Myrtle Street along with a projecting graphic at 102 South Main Street in the CBD, 0' Central Business District. Lee Bjerk, Applicant. 0Case No. DR/92-4 - Sign permit for the placement of a 24 square foot wall `- sign at 108 North Main Street in the CBD, Central Business District. Jeff Klemestrud, Applicant. r� (&�3. Case No. DR/92-5 - Sign permit for the placement of a six square foot projecting sign at 214 South Main Street in CBD, Central Business District. Mike Kranz, Applicant. y . Case No. DR/92-6 - Design Review for a new garage at 204 North Third Street. Stillwater Water Department, in the PA, Public Administrative/ Office District. (D5. Case No. DR/91-26 - Design Review for revised plans for townhomes located at 310 North Second Street in the RB,Two Family Residential District. David P. Newman, Applicant. Lowell Park/Levee Wall Update on the Downtown Plan Action Committee/City Council Workshop - Jeff Johnson. w1. Sesquicentennial update. Brochure update and overview. - Delegation of buildings to research. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ' ter a® THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNES0TA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL HOLD A SPECIAL MEETING ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1992 AT 6:15 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL TO REVIEW THE MODIFICATION TO THE DESIGN PLANS FOR DUPLEX UNITS AT 310 NORTH SECOND STREET. The issues for review include the following: 1. Windows 2. Front door and entryway considerations 3. Materials used around basement windows 4. Architectural features 5. Color 6. Compatibility of the structures to the historic nature of the surrounding homes. ** ANN TERWEDO WILL DELIVER PLANS OVER THE WEEKEND WHEN THEY ARE RECEIVED. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 STILLWATERSrSQU10E�1 1 Ci;i'l? P_l_YEA"R 18/13--1.993 ARTICLE OF INCORPORATION, OCTOBER 26, 1843 The settlement of Sti llwater began with Joseph Renshaw Brown, who built a house at the head of the Si:. Croix River in 1.838 of Tamarack logs. In 1841 he took his family and the family of his sister, Mrs. Carli, to Tamarack House, -thereby establishing the nucleus of future Stillwater. In the next few years, Jacob Fisher, John McKuslck, Elam Greeley, Elias McKean and Calvin Leach, all lumbermen, discussed a scheme for a sawmill south of Brol,%,n's claim and organized the Stillwater Lumber Company, naming it for a town in McKusick's home, state of Maine. In 1843, thus establishing the City of Stillwater. (Norene Roberts 1988) Other phrases concerning Stillwater: - "Fleadwaters of Lake St. Croix" - "''Where the v!ater beco;,,es sti l 1 " Overview I'i_eeti_nC_wit _h Anita amuck, January 8, 1992. IDEAS: - Publication on the 150 years of Stillwater. - Using "Logo" City stationary Post mark - Theme for Lumberjack Days in 1993. STII_LWA.TER SESOUICENTENNIAL YEAR 1843--1.993 ARTICLE OF INCORPORATIOiN, OCfOBER 26, 1843 The settlement of Stillwater began with Joseph Renshaw Brown, who built a house at the head of the St. Croix River in 1838 of Tamarack logs. In 1841 he took his family and the family of his sister, Mrs. Carl i, to Tarnara.ck House, thereby establishing the nucleus of future Stillwater. In the next fe,,v years, Jacob Fisher, John iMcKusick, Elam Greeley, E1 i as McKean and Calvin Leach, all lumbermen, discussed a scheme for a sawmill south of Brown's claim and organized the St i 1 I water Lumber Company, naming it for a town in MCLKusick's home state of Maine. In 1843, thus establishing the City of Stillwater. Morene Roberts 1988) Other phrases concerning Stillwater: - "Headwaters of Lake St. Croix" - "Where the water becomes still" Overview Mee_tina_vaithAn_i_ta_Buck, January 8, 1992. IDEAS: - Publication on the 150 years of Stillwater. - Using "Logo" - City stationary - Post mark - Theme for Lumberjack Days in 1993. STILLWATER SES_ UIC4NTE ivy i:AL YEAR 18Q3-199 3 ARTICLE OF INCORPORATION, OCTOSER 26, 1843 The settlement of Stillwater began with Joseph Renshaw Brown, who built a house at the head of the St. Croix River in 1838 of Tamarack logs. In 1841 he took his family and the family of his sister, Mrs. Carli, to Tamarack House, thereby establishing the nucleus of future Stillwater. In the next few years, Jacob Fisher, John McKuslck, Elam Greeley, Ll i as McKean and Calvin Leach, all lumbernien, discussed a scheme for a sawmill south of Brown's claim and organized the Stillwater Lumber Company, naming it for a town in McKusick's home state of Maine. In 1843, thus establishing the City of Stillwater, (Norene Roberts 1988) Other phrases concerning Stillwater: - "Headwaters of lake St. Croix" - "Where the water becomes still" Overview Me_e:�i_n_c� wi_th_Ani La Buck, January 8, 1 9 9 2 „ IDEAS: - Publication on the 150 years of Stillwater. - Using "Logo" - City stationary - Post mark - Theme for Lumberjack Days in 1993. ` TILL1_jAl-ES SSSTSENTF(` NIl',I_YE YEAR 1.84_?-19�;3 ARTICLE OF- INCORPORATION, DUMBER 26, 1843 The settlemenl, of Still,,qater began with Joseph Renshaw Brown, who built a house at the head of the St. Croix River in 1838 of Tamarack logs. In 1841 he took his family and the family of his sister, Mrs. Carli, to Tamarack House, thereby - stablishing the nucleus of future Stillwater. In the next few years, Jacob Fisher, John PicKusick, Elam Greeley, E1 i as MicKean and Calvin Leach, all lumbermen, discussed a scheme for' a sawmill south of Brown's claim and organized the Sti 1 ltgater Lumber Company, naming it for a town in Mc_Kusick's home state of f/laine. In 1843, thus establishing the City of Stillwater. (Norene Roberts 1988) Other phrases concerning Stillwater: "Headwaters of Lake St. Croix" - "Where the water becomes still" Overview Mee_(_ine with Anita Buck January 8, 1 -92. _ __-- ---- --__— --- IDEAS: - Publication on the 150 years of Stillivater. - Using "Logo" - City stationary - Post mark - Theme for Lumberjack\ Days in 1993. leiEMORA`IDUiI TO: Mayor and City Council FR: Design Review Committee/Heritage Preservation Commission DA: December 3, 1991 RE: CASE r40. PUD/91-58 Background The Design Review Committee reviewed the proposal for two duplex units at 310 North Second Street as conditioned in the Planned Unit Development proposal (PUD/91-58). This site is also in the Downtown Plan area so Design Review is required by ordinance.. The Committee reviewed the proposal for visual compatibility of the structures with the neighborhood, design of the structures in relation to the lots, proportion and color. Recommendation The Committee agreed that the color of light brown with white trim was appropriate for -the structure. The proportion and scale of these two-story structures on these specific lots fit into the neighborhood and the added detailing is sympathetic to the historic homes in the area. Also, the relief of the structures and varied setbacks add character to the homes on these lots with the stone walls which rise above Second Street. The hard Maple trees will remain on this site. �l Ater THE BIRTHPLACE 01 MINNEIIIA January 28, 1992 Lee Bjerk 102 South Main Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mr. Bjerk: The Design Review Committee will be reviewing your sign permit proposal on Monday, February 3, 1992 at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater. Please be prepared to discuss sign location, color and materials. Pictures would help in your presentation. See you then!! S'ncerely, Ann Pung-Terwedo Planner CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 to ar THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA January 28, 1992 Mike Kranz 214 South Main Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mr. Kranz: The Design Review Committee will be reviewing your sign - permit proposal on Monday, February 3, 1992 at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater. Please be prepared to discuss sign location, color and materials. Pictures would help in your presentation. See you then!! Si cere�ly� Ann Pung-Terwedo Planner CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 N THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA January 28, 1992 David P. Newman Nedegaard Construction Company, Inc. 1814 Northdale Blvd. Coon Rapids, MN 55433 Dear Mr. Newman: The Design Review Committee will meet Monday, February 3,°- - 1992 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater. The Committee will be reviewing the exterior finishes, facia, window treatments and color of the duplex units to be located at 310 North Second Street in Stillwater. SEE YOU THEN!! S' cer (� Ann Pung-Terwedo Planner APT/sm CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 0 ater � THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL FROM: ANN PUNG-TERWEDO, PLANNER DATE: JANUARY 16, 1992 SUBJECT: CLG GRANT APPLICATION BACKGROUND: As part of the on -going preservation planning and research into the history of Stillwater, the Heritage Preservation Commission plans to begin a historic contextual study this year. This study will lay a foundation for future preservation efforts in Stillwater. The following are the major goals of the study: - Organize Stillwater's history into manageable form. - Provide the format for future consideration and evaluation of each historic context as identified by the study. - Provide a basis for the future of local designations of historic sites, structures and districts. - Provide historic information which can be effectively utilized by our City Officials, Commissions and City Staff for the comprehensive planning efforts of Stillwater. (Please refer to the CLG Grant application for specific information on the study.) DISCUSSION: The Heritage Preservation Commission requests that the attached grant be submitted to the Minnesota Historical Society to assist in funding this contextual study. This grant is a matching grant which is funded by the Department of the Interior. The local match for the funding will consist of Staff time, donated time from the Heritage Preservation Commission and local historians and a cash match of approximately $2,000. Of this cash match, the City will request funds from Rivertown Restoration or other funding agencies for assistance. There will be minimal costs incurred by the City. The Heritage Preservation Commission and Planning Commission support the study and recommend that the grant be submitted. RECOMMENDATION; Direct Staff to submit the grant application to the Minnesota Historical Society for funding. Lv vim 1,', I� CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 Minnesota Historical Society Application Form Certified Local Government 10% Pass Through Funds Send 20 Copies To: Minnesota Historical Society Grants Office Fort Snelling History Center St. Paul, MN 55111 1. Applicant: STILLWATER Name of City 216 rlorth Fourth Street Street Address Stillwater MN 55082 City Zip 2. CLG Certification Date: 3. Authorized Official: Signature Date tlally Ahrahareson, Mayor Print Name Title (612) 439-6121 Telephone Number 4. Project Director: Ann Pung-Terwedo Name 216 North Fourth Street Street Address Date Received: MHS Grant No.: 5. Fiscal Officer: DIANE JERLON Name DRAFT 216 North Fourth Street Street Address Stillwater MN 55082 City Zip 6. Heritage Preservation Commission Chair: Name 309 South Fifth Str"eet Street Address Sti l lwatpr MN 9.9n82 City Zip 7. Project Duration: , October 1, 1992 to 3iane 31, 1993. S. Budget Summary (dollar amount): Applicant Match: $ 3 , 2 5 0 y Federal Funds: $ 3 , 2 5-0— Total Budget: $ 6,500 MN 55082 9. Brief Project Description: City Zip Prepare. a contextual survey outline for the (612) 439-6121 City of Stillwater to identify appropriate Telephone Number contexts and the supporting rationale. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Minnesota Historical Society Use Only Action Taken: Dates of: Approved Funding_ Approved Grants Review Committee Action: Denied Withdrawn Project Starting Date: Federal Grant: $ Applicant Match: $ Project Total: $ Project Completetion Date: page 2 Minnesota Historical Society - CLG Grant Application Form 10. Project Area (please check): Survey Evaluation National Register Nominations Local Registrations X Comprehensive Planning Public Education (please specify) 11. Detailed Project Description (use additional sheets as needed): Note: Applications must include all information requested for the project area checked above as outlined in Part III of this Grants Manual. The City of Stillwater would like to prepare a historic contextual study for the community. This initial study is the first of a multiple phase effort to identify appropriate contexts to permit the organization of Stillwater's history into a manageable form. Presently, two historic contexts have been identified in Stillwater. One context is the St. Croix Triangle Lumbering Company identified in the state-wide historic contexts developed by the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Office. The second context which has previously been identified in Stillwater is the Downtown Commercial District which is the development of Stillwater "1860 - 1940". This contextual survey will incorporate the two existing contexts while researching and identifying additional historic contexts which will guide the Heritage Preservation in future actions. The results of this study will be used by the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, the Stillwater Planning Commission, Rivertown Restoration, the Washington County Historical Society, the Stillwater Public Library and other local organizations and individuals in their historic preservation efforts. The project will be conducted between October 1, 1992 and June 30, 1993. The consultant will meet with the Heritage Preservation Commission three (3) times during the study to update the Committee on the progress of the report and review work completed. The consultant will submit the final report to the City of Stillwater by May 30, 1993 for City review and comment. Local historians will be requested to review the work. The work program is in the applicant portion of the proposal. The City planning department will oversee the progress of the study and the final report. The department will also be the administrator of the project. The City of Stillwater conducted a intensive architectural/historical survey of Downtown Stillwater in 1989. From this survey, a historic district was identified according to the National Register criteria for evaluation of historic properties. The historic contexts for this multi -property district are "The Development of Stillwater, 1860 - 1940" and "St. Croix Triangle Lumbering". The district, with its 63 contributing sites, structures, buildings and objects has been designated as a local historic district by the City of Stillwater and Continuation nominated to the National Register by the Minnesota Historical Society. This study will expand on the Downtown District survey to identify additional contexts for the whole City of Stillwater. This study will aid the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission and the Stillwater Planning Commission with the preparation, evaluation and implementation of the Historic Resource Section of Stillwater's Comprehensive Plan. It will also assist in the evaluation of short and long range planning programs established for the community. All planning work will follow the Secretary of the Interior's standards for planning. The major goals of the contextual study including the following: 1. Organize Stillwater's history into manageable form. 2. Provide the format for future consideration and evaluation of each context as identified by the contextual study. 3. Provide a basis for the future of local designations of historic sites, structures and districts. 4. Provide historical information which can be effectively utilized by our city officials, commissions and City staff for the comprehensive planning efforts of Stillwater. r page 3 Minnesota Historical Society - CLG Grant Application Form 12. Project Products: The intention of the study is to document appropriate contexts and supporting rationale for the City of Stillwater. This study will be a stepping stone for future historic preservation planning in Stillwater. A final report will be submitted consisting of possibly four to six historic contexts for the City of Stillwater. This report will then be used for future historic site designations, comprehensive planning and used as a basis for future surveys. All work conducted will follow the Secretary of Interior's standards for planning. 13. Community Support: The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, Planning Commission and the Stillwater City Council have considered the project and support the contextual study. Rivertown Restoration strongly supports the study. N r The intensive historic/architectural study of Downtown Stillwater had strong support from the City of Stillwater. The local designation of the Downtown district and nomination to the.National Register has been a longtime goal of the community. 14. Project Impact: There has been significant historical data gathered on Stillwater and many books and periodicals written on the community. This study will organize Stillwater's history into meaningful contexts which will permit all interested persons to obtain greater information about the historical development of Stillwater. It will also provide a basis for future local historic designations of sites, buildings and districts. From this study, future surveys may be conducted based on the contexts identified. It will also be used as a planning tool for the City's comprehensive plan update. 15. Project Personnel: The City of Stillwater will retain the services of an experienced consultant to assist with the research and development of appropriate contexts at the rate of $25 per hours. This consultant will meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards (as published in the federal register of February 29, 1983) as stipulated in the project description. To assist the consultant, the Preservation Commission and Stillwater Planning staff will solicit the participation of local historians and historic information gathered by Rivertown Restoration and other individuals. The City Planning Department will be responsible for the management of the grant and serving as staff to the Heritage Preservation Commission. G7 N M. n CaV O C3l Ol O c) 0 n J. J CN rD I C) N rD Ln W + 1:11 O N ry Ul O Ln ^ A� N I� O y ►0 R �1 \11 ril IV Ul Cll ry W y' O O O O ter am THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION/DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 1992 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET, STILLWATER. AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes - December 4, 1991. DESIGN REVIEW 1. Case No. DR/92-1 - Design Review Permit for a Sign Program for a multiple use commercial structure at 114 East Chestnut Street in the CBD, Central Business District, Downtown Plan Area. Duane and Martha Hubbs, Applicants. 2. Case No. DR/92-2 - Design Review Permit for a 25 square ft. sign at 318 North Main Street in the CBD, Central Business District, Downtown Plan Area. Albert Mitchell, Applicant. 3. Review and discuss Draft 1992 Work Program. 4. Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. 5. Downtown Plan Action Committee - Heritage Preservation Commission representative. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORIC COURTHOUSE 101 W. Pine Street Stillwater, MN 55082 (612)430-6233 January 2, 1991 Heritage Preservation Commission c/o Ann Terwedo Stillwater City Hall 216 North 4th Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Commission Members: MARLENE WORKMAN Coordinator I will not be able to attend the January 6th meeting of the HPC. I understand that at the meeting it will be necessary to elect a chair for 1992. Jeff Johnson has provided strong leadership for the HPC this past year and I thank and commend him for his work. It would be appropriate, In my estimation, for him to again be chair in 1992. If_ it is allowable, I would move ;.';.gin absentia, that Jeff Johnson be the HPC 1992 chair. See you next month .... you might say I am off doing preservation research..... 1 ter THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA > January 2, 1992 Albert Mitchell 318 North Main Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mr. Mitchell: The Design Review Committee/Heritage Preservation Commission will meet on Monday, January 6, 1992 to review your sign permit application. We request you attend the meeting so the Commission can properly review the case. Also, we must have your application fee of $25.00. Please submit that to the City of 'Stillwater Administration Office. See you MONDAY. Thank you. Si erely, Ann Pung-Terwe o Planner CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 • Kvnter THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA January 2, 1992 Duane and Martha Hubbs 626 North Fourth Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Hubbs: The Design Review Committee/Heritage Preservation Commission will meet on Monday, January 6, 1992 to review your sign permit application. We request you attend the meeting so the Commission can properly review .the case. Also, we must have your application fee of $25.00. Please submit that to the City of Stillwater Administration Office. See you MONDAY. Thank you. S , ce re--y � Ann Pung-TerrYedo Planner CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 ter ao THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING The Heritage Preservation Commission/Design Review Committee will hold a Special Meeting Monday, December 16, 1991 at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street. AGENDA 1. Case No. DR/91-21 - Continuation of a Design Review Permit for the replacement of a free-standing sign, face striping of canopies and building, and the placement of wall signs facing Main Street and Water Street, Mark Ogren, Applicant. 2. Case No. DR/91-23 - Design Review for Valet Parking Signs throughout Downtown Stillwater, LBF, International, Inc., Applicant. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 M I N N ESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOUNDED IN 1849 Mr. Wally Abrahamson, Mayor City of Stillwater 216 North Fourth Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Fort Snelling History Center, St. Paul, MN S51 1 1 • (612) 726-1 171 February 10, 1992 Re: CLG Historic Contexts Study MHS Grant Application No: 163-92-1617 Dear Mayor Abrahamson: Your request for a Certified Local Government grant will be considered at a meeting of the Minnesota Historical Society's Grants Review Committee on Tues- day, February 25, 1992. The Committee will meet in the auditorium of the Fort Snelling History Center. Your application will be on the agenda between 4:30 and 6:00 p.m. A half hour informational presentation by department staff regarding the past accomplishments of CLG grants will begin at 4:00 p.m. You or someone selected to speak on your behalf are invited to attend and make a five-minute presentation regarding your grant application. Those who have travelled some distance will be heard first. If you are unable to attend, you can be assured that your application will still be given careful and serious consideration. The Grants Review Committee will not make its recommendations for awards until all grant applicants have had an opportunity to make a presentation. Typi- cally, not every applicant elects to have a representative speak. A total of thirteen grant applications are being considered. The committee will break briefly at 6:00 and reconvene to make the recommendations. Of course, since it is a public meeting, you are welcome to stay until the Committee adjourns. The award of CLG grants will depend on approval of the Committee's recommen- dations by the State Historic Preservation Officer and the National Park Service. Please let me or Beverly Mitchell, Grants Assistant, know whether you plan to attend the February 25 meeting. If you have any questions about the Committee's procedures or about your application, please feel free to call our office. cc: Ann Pung-Terwedo Jeff Johnson, HPC Chair Sincerely, Db Britta L. Bloomberg Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer b