Charlotte-Mecklenburg

February 12, 2007

Location: 2100 Randolph Road, Charlotte, N. C.

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Mr. Richard Alsop, III/Mayor, Survey Committee Chairman

Mr. Matthew Benson/Mayor, Design Review Committee Chairman

Mr. William T. Hobbs/County, White Oak Com. Chair, Proj Com. Vice-Chair

Ms. Yolanda Johnson/City, HLC Vice-Chairman

Ms. Valerie Lewis/City, HLC Secretary, Education Com. Liaison (last meeting)

Dr. Richard L. Mattson/County, Survey Committee Vice-Chairman

Mr. Gray Newman/County, Projects Committee Chairman

Mr. Len Norman, County, HLC Chairman

Ms. Laura C. Smith/City, Nominating Committee Chairman

Mr. Lynn Weis/County

Dr. Dan L. Morrill, HLC Consulting Director

Mr. Stewart Gray, HLC Preservation Planner

Ms. Patricia Nystrom, HLC Attorney

Mr. Bryan Turner, HLC Projects Manager

Ms. Mary Lynn Morrill, HLC Recording Consultant

Mr. Joseph B. C. Kluttz,III/County

Ms. Yolanda Law/County, HLC Treasurer

Carl J. Peters, (N. S. Alexander House)

Jeff Kenz, President Myrtle Square Homeowners Assoc.

Robin Linedin, Myrtle Square

Lexie Longstreet, realtor (N. S. Alexander House)

Louis Asbury, IV

Charles Dickerson, Garinger High School Assistant Principal

Tyrone Hardy, owner of Woodlawn Avenue Duplex

Keith B. Anderson

Malachi J. Greene, owner 220 West Tenth Street

DR. MATTSON PRESENTED A MOTION SECONDED BY MS. SMITH THAT THE MINUTES FOR JANUARY 8, 2007, BE APPROVED AS DISTRIBUTED. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

MS. SMITH PRESENTED A MOTION SECONDED BY MR. ALSOP THAT THE MINUTES FOR JANUARY 8, 2007, EXECUTIVE SESSION BE APPROVED AS DISTRIBUTED. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Item #2 - Chairman’s Report: Mr. Norman

Mr. Norman welcomed everyone to the meeting. He said that Mr. Kluttz is out of town on business.

Mr. Norman reminded everyone to look at the distributed attendance sheets and to report any errors to Ms. Morrill.

Mr. Norman reported that a public hearing with the City Council is scheduled for March 19, 2007, to consider historic designation for the Coffee Cup.

Mr. Norman invited everyone to have a piece of the cake on the table honoring Ms. Lewis. He said that nominations for Ms. Lewis’s seat will be made on April 9, 2007, and that an appointment will be made April 23, 2007.

Item #3 - Director’s Report: Dr. Morrill

Dr. Morrill reported that the Citizens Capital Budget Advisory Committee will be meeting with HLC Staff on February 21st to hear the HLC’s request for Capital Project Funds for the Fall 2007 Bond Referendum. The materials are being distributed for HLC reactions.

Dr. Morrill reported that offers have been received for the N. S. Alexander House and that the HLC will need to consider the offers in Executive Session later in the meeting. He said that the shower repair has been completed at White Oak Plantation and that Mr. Gray continues to develop estimates for the repair of the water damage at the rental house at White Oak Plantation. He said that a hard, clear plastic type of covering to protect the stained glass windows at Grace AME Zion has arrived and will be installed very soon.

Dr. Morrill said that the County Budget Department will be working with HLC Staff to prepare an operational budget request for 2007-2008. He said that he will keep HLC members advised as this process moves forward.

Dr. Morrill reported that he has had a discussion with the regional director of Preservation N. C., Mr. Ted Alexander, about the idea of his coming to an upcoming meeting of the HLC to explain PNC’s activities, including those in Mecklenburg County. Dr. Morrill said that PHC has sold the Abernethy home on Eastway Drive to a buyer who will renovate and preserve the house.

Dr. Morrill reported that HLC staff continues to work with Ms. Pat Nystrom in obtaining approval for the interlocal agreement that will allow the HLC to continue to function for the outlying towns.

Dr. Morrill said that the closing on the Oehler House will be occurring in the near future. All due diligence issues have been resolved. HLC staff has received inquiries from Crouch Brothers regarding the HLC’s schedule for moving the McAuley House to its permanent site on the Oehler property. Staff will be developing a recommendation to the HLC.

Dr. Morrill said that he has asked Mr. Robert Schmitt, renovation contractor, to develop cost estimates for expanding the scope of the renovation of the Sidney and Ethel Grier House to include fencing the property, completing an additional bathroom, and completing the kitchen. Mr. Turner is arranging for Mr. Schmitt to gain entry into the property.

Dr. Morrill reported that, according to Mr. Turner, the Grier-Rea House should be ready to be listed with a realtor within thirty days. He also reported that the environmental assessment of the Torrence Lytle School has been complete. Mr. Turner will present cost estimates at the next HLC meeting. Ms. Nystrom said that $5,000 is needed for an appraisal of the property.

MS. JOHNSON PRESENTED A MOTION SECONDED BY MR. NEWMAN THAT UP TO $5,000 BE ALLOCATED FOR AN APPRAISAL FOR THE TORRENCE-LYTLE SCHOOL, 302 HOLBROOK ROAD, MECKLENBURG COUNTY, N. C. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Item #4 - Survey Committee Report: Mr. Alsop

Mr. Alsop reported that the Survey Committee met January 29, 2007. Minutes from the meeting can be found on the HLC’s website and are also on file at the HLC office.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT $2,500 BE ALLOCATED FOR STANDARD SURVEY AND RESEARCH REPORTS. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK BUILDING, 112 SOUTH TRYON STREET, CHARLOTTE, N. C. BE PLACED ON THE HLC’S STUDY LIST. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: The owner of the First National Bank Building has requested historic landmarks designation and will pay for a Survey and Research Report.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT FIRE STATION #4, 420 WEST FIFTH STREET, CHARLOTTE, N.C., BE PLACED ON THE HLC’S STUDY LIST. THE COMMISSION APPROVED THE MOTION WITH MR. NORMAN AND MS. JOHNSON ABSTAINING IN THE VOTE.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT CAROLINA TIRE AND RIM, 312 NORTH GRAHAM STREET, CHARLOTTE, N. C., BE PLACED ON THE HLC’S STUDY LIST. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE WESTERN NEWSPAPER UNION BUILDING, 217 NORTH GRAHAM STREET, CHARLOTTE, N. C., BE PLACED ON THE HLC’S STUDY LIST. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: The owner has expressed a strong opposition to the designation of the property as a historic landmark.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE L’IL DINER, 3658 BEATTIES FORD ROAD, CHARLOTTE, N. C., BE PLACED ON THE HLC’S STUDY LIST. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: The owner has contacted the HLC office and has expressed his strong opposition to the designation of the property as a historic landmark. The HLC agreed not to spend money on a Survey and Research Report unless the owner supports historic designation for this property.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE CHARLES H. SMITH HOUSE AT 220 WEST TENTH STREET, CHARLOTTE, N. C., BE PLACED ON THE HLC’S STUDY LIST AND THAT A SURVEY AND RESEARCH REPORT BE PREPARED WITH HLC FUNDS. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: Mr. Malachi Greene, the owner, was present and said that at this point he is not interested in historic designation for the property. He said that he is willing, however, to discuss future possibilities for the property.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT GARINGER HIGH SCHOOL, 1000 EASTWAY DRIVE, CHARLOTTE, N. C., BE PLACED ON THE HLC’S STUDY LIST AND THAT A SURVEY AND RESEARCH REPORT BE PREPARED WITH HLC FUNDS. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: The assistant principal at Garinger High School, Mr. Charles Dickerson, was present, and thanked the HLC for its interest and support.

The Survey and Research report was presented for the Pure Oil Stations. The owners of both stations to be considered have expressed opposition to historic designation. The comment letter from the N. C. Dept. of Archives and History, stating approval of the historic and architectural integrity of the Central Avenue Pure Oil Station, but not the Monroe Rd. Station, was considered.

MS. JOHNSON PRESENTED A MOTION SECONDED BY MS. LEWIS THAT THE PURE OIL STATIONS BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY FOR PROCESSING FOR HISTORIC DESIGNATION. THE COMMISSION APPROVED THE MOTION WITH MR. BENSON CASTING A VOTE OF OPPOSITION.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE CENTRAL AVENUE PURE OIL STATION, 1501 CENTRAL AVENUE, CHARLOTTE, N.C. (EXTERIOR AND TAX PARCEL) BE PROCESSED FOR HISTORIC DESIGNATION. THE COMMISSION APPROVED THE MOTION WITH MS. LEWIS AND MS. SMITH CASTING VOTES OF OPPOSITION.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE MONROE ROAD PURE OIL STATION, 4743 MONROE ROAD, CHARLOTTE, N. C. (EXTERIOR AND TAX PARCEL) BE PROCESSED FOR HISTORIC DESIGNATION. THE MOTION FAILED WITH ALL COMMISSIONERS PRESENT VOTING IN THE OPPOSITION EXCEPT FOR A VOTE OF APPROVAL CAST BY MR. BENSON, DR. MATTSON AND MR. NORMAN.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE MYRTLE SQUARE APARTMENTS, 1121 MYRTLE AVENUE, CHARLOTTE, N. C. (EXTERIOR OF BUILDINGS AND TAX PARCEL ASSOCIATED WITH THE STRUCTURES) BE PROCESSED FOR HISTORIC DESIGNATION. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: The owner(s) requested historic designation. The President of the Myrtle Square Homeowners Association, Mr. Jeff Kenz, was present with other owners to voice approval of all owners. The Survey and Research Report was presented, along with the comment letter from the N. C. Dept. of Archives and History.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE DAVIDSON COLORED/ADA JENKINS SCHOOL, 212 GAMBLE STREET, DAVIDSON, N. C. (INTERIOR, EXTERIOR AND AN AMOUNT OF LAND TO PROTECT ITS HISTORIC SETTING), BE PROCESSED FOR HISTORIC DESIGNATION. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: The owner has requested historic landmark designation. The Survey and Research Report and the comment letter from the N. C. Dept. of Archives and History were considered.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTED A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE WOODLAWN AVENUE DUPLEX, 210 SOUTH IRWIN AVENUE, CHARLOTTE, N. C.(EXTERIOR AND TAX PARCEL) BE PROCESSED FOR HISTORIC DESIGNATION. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: The Survey and Research Report was presented, along with the comment letter from the N. C. Dept. of Archives and History, and the owner, Mr. Tyrone Hardy, who was present, expressed support for historic designation.

Note: Dr. Mattson left the meeting at 7:05 p.m.

Item #5 - Projects Committee Report: Mr. Newman

Mr. Newman reported that business will need consideration in Executive Session. Mr. Peters stated that he is present to express his interest in purchasing the N. S. Alexander House.

MS. SMITH PRESENTED A MOTION SECONDED BY MR. ALSOP THAT THE HLC CONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

MS. LEWIS PRESENTED A MOTION SECONDED BY MR. HOBBS THAT THE HLC RE-CONVENE IN REGULAR SESSION. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: In Executive Session the HLC agreed to sell the N. S. Alexander House, 5014 N. Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, N. C., to a specific interested buyer.

Note: Ms. Smith left the meeting at 7:22 p.m.

Item #6 - Design Review Committee Report: Mr. Benson

Mr. Benson reported that the Design Review Committee will meet Wednesday, February 28, 2007, at 8:00 a.m.

Item #7 - Education Liaison: Ms. Lewis

Ms. Lewis said that she has not received recent information.

Item #8 - Treasurer’s Report: Ms. Law

A copy of the projects financial report was distributed by Mr. Turner. HLC finance reports are kept on file in the notebook "Budget ‘07" in the office.

Note: Mr. Hobbs left the meeting at 7:40 p.m.

No old business was presented.

Item #10 Renewal of HLC Contracts: Mr. Norman

MS. JOHNSON PRESENTED A MOTION SECONDED BY MS. LEWIS THAT THE HLC CONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RE-CONVENE IN REGULAR SESSION AFTER CONTRACTS WERE CONSIDERED. THE COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.

Note: Dr. Morrill, Mr. Gray, Mr. Turner, and Ms. Morrill left the room at this point.

After the HLC finished meeting in Executive Session, Mr. Norman reported that the HLC voted to approve ten year HLC contracts for Dr. Dan Morrill, Consulting Director, and Mrs. Mary Lynn Morrill, Recording Consultant, which begin July 1, 2007, and terminate June 30, 2017.

Item #11 - Presentation of Appreciation Certificate to Ms. Valerie Lewis:

Mr. Norman presented a framed Certificate of Appreciation to Ms. Lewis who will resign from the HLC effective March 1, 2007. He commended and thanked Ms. Lewis for the great job she has done as an HLC member, as HLC Secretary, HLC Education Committee Chair and Liaison and as HLC Design Review Committee Vice-Chair. Dr. Morrill said that we all appreciate Ms. Lewis’s interest and the time and expertise that she has contributed. She will be greatly missed by all

There was no new business. The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.