HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-12-01 Meridian Historic Preservation Commission
Mayor Robert E. Simison
City Council Members:
Joe Borton
Liz Strader
Brad Hoaglun
John Overton
Jessica Perreault
Luke Cavener
To: City of Meridian Planning and Zoning Commission
Re: Farmstone Crossing Subdivision (H-2023-0045)
The history of Meridian and the Egger’s farm dates back to 1918, when the Eggers purchased a dairy
on Ten Mile and Overland roads. In 1921 they started a farming operation called Black Cat Farms on
what used to be called Post Road. Years later Ada County renamed the road to Black Cat in honor of
the ‘Black Cat’ sign that they had installed there.
The Ada County Historic Sites Inventory lists the Eggers Farmstead historical significance to
Meridian and to Ada County. The only remaining double silo granary in Ada County is on this
farmstead. This granary and the barn are significant to both the architectural and agricultural
heritage of the City of Meridian and Ada County.
The City of Meridian Historical Preservation Commission believes that the double silo granary that is
located on this site could offer a unique focal point to this development. We also feel that the double
silo granary and the barn could offer architectural inspiration for this development. The Hidden
Springs development utilizes the Schick-Otolasa farmstead as a historical and visual landmark for
the development. The most recognizable commercial development that incorporates historical
agricultural buildings in their development is the Magnolia Market located in Waco, Tx. This
development is a great example of reusing agricultural buildings in a commercial development.
The City of Meridian Historic Preservation Commission respectfully asks the Planning & Zoning
Commission to have the developer incorporate the double silo granary into this development. The
Historic Preservation Commission is tasked with saving our historic buildings and culture. We see a
great opportunity with the proposed development to do both of these.
Blaine O. Johnston
President
Meridian Historic Preservation Commission