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Minutes 07-11-22 Minutes of the Historic Resources Preservation Board Meeting Held on July 11, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall Commission Chambers 100 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach, Florida Present: Barbara Ready, Chair Mike Rumpf, Deputy Director of Development Tom Ramiccio Craig Pinder, Planner II Dr. Ben Lowe Michael Wilson 1. Call to Order Chair Ready called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. Agenda Approval Motion Mr. Ramiccio moved to approve. A suggestion was made to move Mr. Bradley up on the agenda, Motion Mr. Wilson moved to approve the agenda as amended. Dr. Lowe seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 3. Approval of Minutes — May 23, 2022 Motion Mr. Ramiccio moved to approve the minutes. Mr. Wilson seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 4. Communications and Announcements Mr. Rumpf announced that they are preparing to start a review a start of a historic designation. He explained the consultant was given the go ahead to start the process. Three homes were approved for designation which were the Bradley home, the Meeks property, and potentially the home on SE 4th Street. Meeting Minutes Historic Resource Preservation Board Boynton Beach, Florida July 11, 2022 Item 6 COA for 330 NW 1St Avenue (Heard out of Order) (Ms. Sexton arrived at 6:33 p.m.) Mr. Rumpf explained this is a quasi-judicial proceeding. All intending to testify were put under Oath. An image of Mr. Bradley's home was viewed and Mr. Bradley explained that a single- story addition will be added to the back of the house. The existing home will remain and likely be painted when finished.The inside is completely remodeled. Pictures of the home and plans were viewed. He noted that the architect worked closely with him and Mr. Rumpf to conform to the standards. Discussion followed about the wall going down the east side of the home that has a wood fence. Ms. Sexton asked about the windows, which will be updated to energy efficiency and be hurricane proof. She favored the window style to be more consistent in keeping with the era of the house and thought that the gates were not true to the era. Mr. Bradley's idea of a gate would be anodized aluminum fence and he explained that he was unaware that what was presented is what the Board would vote on to approve. It was noted there were some items that would be changed and dialogue further ensued the Board could make recommendations on certain elements. Mr. Rumpf explained as for accessory structures they can be processed by staff alone. For the permit process, staff can review the plans against the standards and approve them administratively. They could work with the applicant to implement what is being discussed. Mr. Ramiccio stated that the Board wants this to be as simple a process as possible. The Board is really excited and it was pointed out that their comments are not obstacles. Motion Ms. Sexton moved to approve the request for the COA as justified by the responses to the new standards and guidelines listed herein and subject to the following comments: the new guard wall should be finished with the stucco surface to match the exterior of the house and be painted white or a compatible color with the ultimate color scheme for the existing house and expansion; the new gates should be a more simple vertical wrought iron look appropriate to a 1924 era home; and the mullion windows on the arched windows on the east side should either match the front or not have mullions. There are two windows. Mr. Ramiccio seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 5. Old Business: Historic Preservation Programming & Website Migration — The Board will be provided with an update on the City's progress in merging the existing components of the original historic preservation site with the City's upgraded website. The next stage of the process would be enhancing it for completeness. (no staff report included; item will be presented at the meeting) 2 Meeting Minutes Historic Resource Preservation Board Boynton Beach, Florida July 11, 2022 Mr. Rumpf explained that they are migrating the website from what it was years ago to the current day version. Namely those connected to grant awards, specifically, the walking tours of a Heritage Trails which are the Downtown, Cemetery, and Black History Trail. When the City upgraded its website, the historic portion of it did not go along. Mr. Rumpf advised that all on the former historic website will be carried over to the new and staff is providing comments and recommendations on the content and layout. Chair Ready suggested in the opening paragraph that anytime something juicy is mentioned, they put a link to it. Mr. Wilson asked under what tab on the City's website would Historic Preservation be under. It would likely not be a dedicated tab. The members discussed having a Q & A included on the site. Dr. Lowe suggested having two links, a history link and a historic preservation link. He further indicated that the history of any city should always be on the first page. Mr. Rumpf advised that they cannot add another tab. Dr. Lowe commented he would not be able to find it. Boynton Beach History and HP are not linked and on two separate locations. Mr. Wilson noted they have to scroll down page by page. Mr. Wilson also hoped a new tab could be added. Mr. Rumpf explained if not limited to drop down items on the tab, they can add. On the mobile devices and clicking on resident tables, the history tab is not there. There were nine photos but not a lot of them were there. Mr. Ramiccio asked if they could look at Lake Worth's Historic Preservation Site. They have a whole thing on line. Some programming is listed there i.e. historic. The homeowners can apply for funds. He thought in time they could offer one block a whole package. The members viewed the Lake Worth website. Ms. Sexton also agreed having links, especially for design guidelines, would be helpful. Chair Ready asked if planning staff is aware of the appropriate recommendations to make. Mr. Rumpf explained the Land File is helpful and even unregistered properties are flagged. There is a new electronic platform being implemented and expanded and it will automate and streamline the process. As it is implemented they will ensure properties that are currently flagged remain flagged. Craig will give updates. Its Is understaffed. Chair what can they do to get planning to value historic preservation more. She thought the HRPB was viewed as a pain and not the valuable asset it is. Mr. Rumpf stated that he impressed it upon the CRA that the Cottage District should retain a cottage style and he noted that they have a new developer who submitted designs and he will stay apprised. Mr. Ramicco thought that the key, when staff does the review, is it is a small group of designations. He inquired if they could change language in the Code to show that homes 50 years or older are an asset. 3 Meeting Minutes Historic Resource Preservation Board Boynton Beach, Florida July 11, 2022 they go through all the checklist of all certificates and guidelines and make it historic and see if they could be upgraded. Not all will be designated, but for a cursory staff review, it is the City has to be careful to not blanket over 200 homes int file and provide scrutiny. Ms. Sexton, there are no flags on property in the Cottage District Delray Beach unless the home is in a district. Rhonda the Board can say for a new development, there is nothing to say the board cannot attend, Mike Rumpf has been advocating fort aesthetics to remain true tot cottage style. Dr. Lowe asked for an update that Mr. Adams would come and be on retainer to work towards creating a Historic District. Warren completed the review fort Bradley property. He will be the second designation review. Mr. Bradley's was fairly simple and staff reviewed it. They are in the budget process and they put funds in consulting services for this. Some tasks needed would cost more than they can budget . Craig can go for training. Dr. Lowe we keep coming back to this same issue. it goal is to get a HRP planner. There are grants out there and Delray got a grant to do a historic resource survey. If Delray can get a grant, Boynton can. Mr. Ramiccio asking for new planners. Today was the first kick off for budget workshop and it will be reviewed tomorrow. It was the CC at the prodding of the public to move forward with a HRP planner. Out of 3 positions requested, all but one or two got three. to has one it's part and now it is the elected officials need to be convinced. Any of the members can attend the workshop. Mr. Ramiccio will attend tomorrow. They tried a mobility planner to not have to pay the county's fee. The mobility plan adds $4,500 to each new home. It would go into this fund to help pay forte mobility plan. That's good for future planning, but currently it is more important now to get a part time historic planner. Mr. Ramiccio asked if they want to be isolated from the County's planning process. Mr. Rumpf report that staff created a Complete Streets and Mobility plan is would indicate how it is implemented, which of replace the County's impact fee system. As an issue was only a small percentage oft impact fees paid tot County were spent on Boynton Beach. Developers will pay the City and the fees are less. They do not have a transportation planner but needs that skill set in-house. Historic Preservation needs to be packaged correctly and the City Commission needs to be educated on Historic Preservation. Chair Ready asked if the interns from FAU will be available for the spring. Dr. Lowe responded they are, but they need something concrete and this is another reason by having a full-time, dedicates historic planner would be helpful. Delray Beach has five historic districts, Lake Worth has six, and Boynton Beach is the third largest city and has zero districts. of the other two cities have full time Historic Planners. to has to buy in. Dr. Lowe commented that with this last election cycle, the were spoken to and they should keep their word. 4 Meeting Minutes Historic Resource Preservation Board Boynton Beach, Florida July 11, 2022 Mr. Rumpf advised he would be pushing to maintain these items and that the requested Planning staff would come from the same budget as other departments, such as fire and police. Chair Ready had a list of reasons why the City needs a Historic Preservation Planner which she read. 6. New Business: Certificate of Appropriateness - 330 NW 1st Avenue — Request for approval of Certificate of Appropriateness to allow a one-story, 1,117 square-foot addition to the rear of the historic house at 330 NW 1 st Avenue. Applicant: Edwin J. Bradley, property owner. (see accompanying staff report) This item was addressed earlier in the meeting. 7. Other: Transition Preparation (Board Liaison and Meeting Schedule) (no staff report included; item will be presented at the meeting) It was announced that housing information will return. Staff did quite a bit of work regarding accessory units, but it was pulled because they were waiting on housing information from the County. The Planning and Zoning Director is working on a Code amendment to use along Seacrest Boulevard or if there is an attribute that relates to historic preservation. Staff resurrected the Deputy Development Director, who is Mr. Mr. Clark Pinder. Discussion turned to grants and that the State has limited sources. Mr. Rumpf noted there are many foundations, which could fund a grant writer/Historic Preservation Planners. Mr. Wilson suggested highlighting what the City Commission will see that generates dollars, educational programs, update QR Codes on the Heritage Trail and help to plan and commemorate historic events, and a plaque program. There was also discussion about seven or eight houses near Mr. Bradley's home and a suggestion was made to maybe create a letter from the City indicating a neighbor is designating and will receive tax abatements. The letter does not have to be for designation, just to introduce the homeowner.to the program and that there is a benefit to it. The Board can grow a District one house at time. Chair Ready asked about the status of the home on 701 E. Ocean Avenue, which recently sold. The home was not a designated home. It is not a legal conforming use. The Code amendment grandfathered legitimate non-conforming uses. Chair Ready noted that they can amend the ordinance. Mr. Rumpf pointed out the tax abatement has to be applied for by the homesteaded person and this property is a commercial property. 5 Meeting Minutes Historic Resource Preservation Board Boynton Beach, Florida July 11, 2022 There was also discussion that there is a good network of CLG Coordinators. Jupiter has general training on the process they recommended for new advisory board members. Mr. Rumpf stated that it was worth going to if the members have the time. 8. Comments by members Chair Ready announced the Historical Society will be meeting on October 27th. 9. Announce date of next meeting (TBD) August 8th 10. Adjournment Motion Dr. Lowe moved to adjourn. Mr. Ramicio seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:36 P.M. Catherine Cherry Minutes Specialist 6