Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic
Landmarks Commission
PROJECTS COMMITTEE MEETING
January 5, 2004
6:00 p.m.
Location: 2100 Randolph Road, Charlotte, N. C.
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.
Present:
Joe Kluttz, Committee Chairman
Yolanda Johnson-Gess, Committee Vice-Chairman
Tattie Bos
John Misenheimer
Len Norman
Mike Sullivan
Dan Morrill, HLC Consulting Director
Bryan Turner, HLC Projects Manager
Patricia Nystrom, HLC Attorney
Mary Lynn Morrill, HLC Recording Consultant
Absent:
John Geer
Visitors:
None
AGENDA
1. Opening Comments: Mr. Kluttz
Mr. Kluttz welcomed everyone to the meeting.
2. Director’s Report: Dr. Morrill
Dr. Morrill reported that the County bought the
South Boulevard Car Barn on December 30, 2003, for approximately $1.5
million. He said that he will keep everyone informed about the actions
by the Bond Committee and whether or not a bond referendum will be held.
He said that Mr. Sullivan will present the accomplishments of the HLC’s
revolving fund to the Board of County Commissioners at its first meeting
in February.
3. Review of Current Projects Status: Mr. Turner
a. Projects Status Report:
Mr. Turner distributed a summary of the
Projects Status Report as follows:
Charlotte Cotton Mills, 508 W. 5th St.: Phase II
construction is complete. Property is being marketed by Pappas
Properties.
Oehler Farm, Huntersville-Concord Rd.:
Stabilization design is on hold due to lack of renovation funds.
Rozzell House, 11647 Rozzelles Ferry Rd.:
Construction contracts have been executed. Construction will begin this
month.
McAuley House, Huntersville-Concord Rd.:
Stabilization design is on hold due to lack of renovation funds.
W. T. Alexander Plantation, Mallard Creek Church
Rd.: Exterior restoration is complete. Listing agreement is forthcoming.
Grier-Rea House, 6701 Providence Rd.: Foundation
construction and repair of the lower level under floor system,
foundation walls, and internal piers are complete. Exterior hazardous
materials abatement has been completed. Interior lead paint bid is being
negotiated.
Grier House, 4647 McKee Rd.: Renovations are
progressing.
Trolley Car Barn,
1424 S. Blvd.: Mecklenburg County closed on the property on December
30, 2003.
Grand Theater, 333 Beatties Ford Rd.: Purchase
completed May 30, 2003. The tenant has vacated. The building has been
secured indefinitely as of August 29, 2003. Ms. Nystrom explained the
sale contract agreement and asked that action be taken regarding the
sale.
MR. NORMAN PRESENTED A MOTION SECONDED BY MR.
MISENHEIMER TO RECOMMEND TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT THE
HLC INCREASE THE CONTRACTUAL SALE AGREEMENT FOR THE GRAND THEATER, 333
BEATTIES FORD ROAD, CHARLOTTE, N. C., TO $272,500.00 WITH A $10,000.00
REBATE ALLOWANCE AT CLOSING. THE COMMITTEE UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE
MOTION.
Yandell House: The HLC has purchased this property
in Pineville. Minor stabilization and repairs have been completed.
Listing agreement has been received from MECA Properties for the resale.
HLC is awaiting information from the Symphony Guild concerning the use
of the house as their 2004 ASID Designer House. A decision will be made
in January 2004.
Bethesda School: Due Diligence continues.
b. Listing Agreement for W. T. Alexander Property.
Ms. Nystrom said that Mr. Bob Lore of Meca
Properties will attend the HLC’s monthly meeting January 12th and
discuss the situation.
4. Financial Projects Status Review: Mr. Sullivan
Mr. Sullivan reported that he and Mr. Turner
continue to work to achieve a completely accurate, easily readable
financial report on the bond funds. A current report was presented and
will be distributed at the HLC meeting on January 12th. Mr. Kluttz said
that a visual presentation such as this would be good to show to the
County Commissioners. Dr. Morrill said that a great objective this year
is to sell as many properties as possible.
5. Review Prospective Projects: Dr. Morrill and
Ms. Nystrom
a. Bethesda School, 13129 Alexanderana Rd.: Ms
Nystrom explained that this is a very complex situation. The asking
price for the property far exceeds the appraisal price. The lot next
door is also being considered. Ms Nystrom will have more complete
information available at the HLC’s January 12th meeting. Dr. Morrill
said that he will contact the Bethesda School’s owner when asked to do
so.
b. P & N Train Depot: Ms. Nystrom will further
explore the ownership situation. It appears at this time that the
building can be sold but not the ground underneath.
6. Old Business
No old business was presented.
7. New Business
No new business was presented.
MR. NORMAN PRESENTED A MOTION SECONDED BY MR.
MISENHEIMER THAT THE MEETING ADJOURN AT 6:55 P.M. THE COMMITTEE
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED THE MOTION.
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