2021-05-27 Historic Preservation Commission
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_x___ Blaine Johnston, President ____ Josh Evarts, Vice President
_x___ Jacy Nary _x___ Destinie Hart
____ Donna Lusignan _x___ Jody Ault
____ Brian Fitzgerald ____ Jessica Perreault, City Council Ex-Officio
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
J. Nary made motion to adopt agenda, seconded by D. Hart
All ayes
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approve Minutes from April 22, 2021 Regular Meeting
J. Nary made motion to approve minutes, seconded by D. Hart
All ayes
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
2. Approve Monthly Financial Statement for April 2021
J. Ault made motion to approve statement, seconded by J. Nary
All ayes
3. Discuss Interest in Contributing to Interpretive Signage Along Meridian Pathways
A. Belnap informed the Commission that Brighton Corporation has proposed
installing interpretive signage along the canal pathway near their development as
part of their mitigation process. The Corporation is looking to partner with the
Commission on content for the signs. A. Belnap asked for Commission feedback in
participation on this project through funding and content creation. B. Johnston
pointed out that grant funds would not be able to be used for this project, however
the grant funding will free up other commission funding to use for this project. B.
Johnston also stated he thought it was a good option. J. Nary mentioned that the
title on the drafted sign is from Lila Hill’s research and requested that Lila get
recognition for that. A. Belnap will report back on any progress on the project.
REPORTS [ACTION ITEM]
4. Report: State Historic Preservation Office's Evaluation and Feedback of the
Commission's Certified Local Government Status
B. Johnston reported that the Commission’s Certified Local Government Status was
renewed with the State Historic Preservation Office with some recommendations.
Those recommendations included doing an intensive survey of North Main Street
and to ensure that the Commission is attending conferences.
5. Report: History Competition for Students
D. Hart provided a report on the History Competition and what could be done
better next year, including reaching out to groups and parties outside of West Ada
School District. J. Nary informed the Commission that the last time they did the
competition, J. Nary and Hillary Blackstone went to all WASD schools and did
presentations. J. Nary also suggested that working with PTAs might be more
effective. J. Ault suggested starting earlier, like two months in advance.
6. Report: Preservation Month Scavenger Hunt
J. Nary reported that the participation was not as high as she hoped- there were 14
individuals participated in the Scavenger Hunt and those that participated enjoyed
it. She suggested this probably had to do with the Commission’s lack of posting in
the last year and things could improve in future years as there is regular content
and relationships are built with the City. A. Belnap noted that she has only given
away 3 gift cards due to lack of response by selected winners.
7. Update: Social Media Efforts for June
J. Nary informed the Commission that she will be creating the June calendar,
highlighting Dairy Days. A. Belnap noted that the creation of calendars will be
spread to other commissioners since J. Nary will be leaving soon. J. Nary stated she
would be happy to share resources and knowledge.
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS / DISCUSSION
Discuss Heritage Conference
Discuss next intensive survey
Report on Meridian Speedway intensive survey
NEXT MEETING: June 24, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
J. Ault made motion to adjourn, seconded by J. Nary
All ayes
Meeting adjourned at 5:10pm
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 4:30 PM
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Agenda
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
____ Blaine Johnston, President ____ Josh Evarts, Vice President
____ Jacy Nary ____ Destinie Hart
____ Donna Lusignan ____ Jody Ault
____ Brian Fitzgerald ____ Jessica Perreault, City Council Ex-Officio
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approve Minutes from April 22, 2021 Regular Meeting
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
2. Approve Monthly Financial Statement for April 2021
3. Discuss Interest in Contributing to Interpretive Signage Along Meridian Pathways
REPORTS [ACTION ITEM]
4. Report: State Historic Preservation Office's Evaluation and Feedback of the
Commission's Certified Local Government Status
5. Report: History Competition for Students
6. Report: Preservation Month Scavenger Hunt
7. Update: Social Media Efforts for June
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FUTURE MEETING TOPICS / DISCUSSION
NEXT MEETING: June 24, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS
Limited seating is available at City Hall. Consider joining the meeting virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82834000241
Or join by phone: 1-669-900-6833
Webinar ID: 828 3400 0241
ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_x___ Blaine Johnston, President _x___ Josh Evarts, Vice President
_x___ Jacy Nary _x___ Destinie Hart
_x___ Donna Lusignan ____ Jody Ault
____ Brian Fitzgerald ____ Jessica Perreault, City Council Ex-Officio
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
J. Evarts made motion to adopt agenda, seconded by D. Lusignan
All ayes
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Minutes from March 25, 2021 Regular Meeting
D. Lusignan made motion to approve minutes, seconded by D. Hart
All ayes
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
2. Approve Financial Statement through April 1, 2021
J. Evarts made motion to approve statement, seconded by D. Lusignan
All ayes
3. Approve Expenditure for Walking Tour Brochures Order
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A. Belnap informed the Commission that it is time to reorder the Walking Tour
brochures and recommended copying the order of 1000 brochures from Modern
Printers.
J. Evarts made motion to approve an order for brochures not-to-exceed $1500,
seconded by D. Hart
All ayes
4. Approve Expenditure for Walking Tour App Maintenance Fee
A. Belnap explained that the Commission has had an agreement with the Meridian
Downtown Business Association since 2018 to split the cost of the Walking Tour
app’s annual maintenance fee. MDBA has requested to opt out of the agreement. A.
Belnap noted that paying the full $1000 maintenance fee is already in the budget
and would not negatively impact the budget. J. Evarts expounded that MDBA is
transitioning to the Chamber of Commerce. Once the transition is finalized, the
Commission could partner with the Chamber of Commerce.
J. Evarts made motion to approve the expenditure for the maintenance fee and to
dissolve the agreement with MDBA, seconded by D. Lusignan
All ayes
REPORTS [ACTION ITEM]
5. Update: Social Media Efforts
J. Nary informed the Commission that the April posts were focused on the History
Competition for students and the scheduled posts for May are focused on the
Preservation Month Scavenger Hunt. June will have new content with the goal to
post every Thursday for #throwbackthursday. J. Evarts has images that could be
used for these posts.
6. Update: History Competition for Students
D. Hart informed the Commission of the avenues the Subcommittee has used to
distribute the competition. A. Belnap will send out the materials after the deadline
for the commissioners to score.
7. Update: Preservation Month Celebration
J. Nary informed the Commission that the only missing piece for the Scavenger
Hunt are the number of prizes. She proposed up to 5 gift cards from downtown
business like 830Commons, Sunshine Café, SushiShack, Trufflec, Etc., or Slycebox
with a historic medallion. J. Nary will draw participants names out of a hat and A.
Belnap will contact the winners and mail the awards.
J. Evarts made motion to purchase gift cards from the businesses capping at $100,
seconded by D. Lusignan
All ayes
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS / DISCUSSION
Some potential topics that could come up is the budget for FY22, continuing Brandon Hull’s
virtual tour, and revisiting the site for the next historical nomination
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NEXT MEETING: May 22, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
J. Evarts made motion to adjourn meeting, seconded by D. Hart
All ayes
Meeting adjourned at 5:15pm
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CITY of MERIDIANFY2021 (10/1/2020 thru 9/30/2021)Budget for Historic Preservation & Historical SocietyAs of: 4/30/2021Acct# AGENCY / VENDOREffective DateDESCRIPTIONFY2021 BUDGETFY2021 REVENUESFY2021 EXPENDITURESAvailable Budget01-1840-53801-11160 Budget 10/1/2020 Budget for miscHistorical Society budget for misc expenses-$ -$ -$ -$ Acct# AGENCY / VENDOREffective DateDESCRIPTIONFY2021 BUDGETFY2021 REVENUESFY2021 EXPENDITURESAvailable Budget01-1840-53801-11152 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Training1,000.00$ 1,000.00$ 01-1840-53801-11153 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Supplies200.00$ 200.00$ 01-1840-53801-11154 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Memberships420.00$ 420.00$ 01-1840-53801-11155 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Printing/Promotional1,000.00$ 1,000.00$ 01-1840-53801-11156 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Continuing Education Program700.00$ 700.00$ 01-1840-53801-11158 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Student Initiative150.00$ 150.00$ 01-1840-53801-11159 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Consulting/Photography Services10,050.00$ 4,028.52$ 6,021.48$ 01-1840-53801-11157 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Historic Walking Tour App Maintenance1,000.00$ -$ 1,000.00$ Historic Preservation14,520.00$ -$ 4,028.52$ 10,491.48$ TOTALS14,520.00$ -$ 4,028.52$ 10,491.48$ GL balance 4/30/216Item 2.
Effective DateTransaction DescriptionIDAmount10/14/2020 walking tour kiosk panel replacement signs - qty 6AP21-0068 1,143.5212/1/2020 consulting services-Meridian Speedway historical researchAP21-0219 2,885.001/31/2021 VISA-GOOGLE Play- fee for creating Google play developer accountAP21-0337 25.002/28/2021 VISA-GOOGLE Play- refund on fee for creating Google Play developer account - orig 1.25.21AP21-0416(25.00)7Item 2.
Farm fields in Quartet drew their irrigation water from the Eightmile Lateral, Creason Lateral, the Rutledge Lateral and
the Five Mile Creek / Drain, and serve also as drains for fields along their routes. Typically, a central farm yard would
be surrounded by pens and corrals for the animals, which in turn were surrounded by pastures and fields that provided
grass, grains, and winter fodder for the cattle and horses necessary to operate the farm. These farms had modest
homes with much larger barns to contain the winter food and protect equipment. As the area grew, the farms began to
specialize with one or two cash crops while maintaining the interwoven subsistence farming practices.
Five Mile Creek was one of three natural
waterways that existed south of the Boise River
before large-scale irrigation practices altered the
landscape.
CREASON LATERAL
There is some evidence that the Rutledge Lateral was
excavated 1896 or 1897. Laterals are often named for
prominent farmers to be served by the water when it is
first excavated. In this case, the lateral may have been
named in honor of local farmer Hugh Rutledge.
RUTLEDGE LATERAL
FIVE MILE CREEK / DRAIN
Although the date of construction is unknown, the Eight Mile Lateral,
appears on maps by 1896 and is an early example of gravity irrigation
in the Boise Valley and its importance to the valley's agricultural
roots.
EIGHTMILE LATERAL
The Creason Lateral was independently
constructed in the early years of the 20th Century,
but as with other small independent ditch systems, it
was folded into the larger U.S. Reclamation Boise
Project around 1914. The name is likely to have come
from a local farmer and rancher, Harry C. Creason, who
arrived in the Boise Valley in 1876 to homesteaded land.
Five Mile Creek
Five Mile Creek
Five Mile Creek
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Sponsored by:
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Certified Local Government
Evaluation Criteria
Reporting Form
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Certified Local Government: Date:
SHPO Reviewer:
CLG Contact(s):
CLG Contact phone number:
CLG Contact email address:
The CLG program is a dynamic partnership between local governments, the Idaho State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO), and the National Park Service (NPS), to assist diverse communities in
preserving their unique historic character. One of the requirements assigned to the SHPO is the
evaluation of CLG programs in their state; every CLG program should be evaluated at least once every
four (4) years. In an effort to make this as straightforward and easy as possible, the Idaho SHPO has
developed this form to assist in the evaluation process.
Please complete this questionnaire and return to the CLG Coordinator at:
Postal: Email:
Pete L'Orange
State Historic Preservation Office
210 Main Street
Boise, ID 83702
pete.lorange@ishs.idaho.gov
Once you have returned the completed questionnaire and any additional documentation which may
apply, SHPO Staff will review your responses and complete our portion of the review. Staff may
contact you with addition questions or for any clarification. Once the SHPO’s review is complete, we
will send you a letter with our findings and a copy of the completed evaluation form for your records.
If you have any questions or concerns as you are completing this evaluation form, please contact:
Pete L'Orange, Historic Preservation Planner/CLG Coordinator, by phone at (208) 488-7471 or by
email at pete.lorange@ishs.idaho.gov immediately.
Thank you for your continued dedication to Historic Preservation in Idaho!
Pete L'Orange
Historic Preservation Planner/CLG Coordinator
Idaho State Historic Preservation Office
1/26/2021City of Meridian
H. Peter L'Orange, Historic Preservation Planner/CLG Coordinator
Audrey Belnap, City of Meridian
208-489-0399
abelnap@meridiancity.org
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1. ESTABLISH BY STATE OR LOCAL LAW AN ADEQUATE AND QUALIFIED HISTORIC
PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMISSION COMPOSED OF PROFESSIONAL AND LAY MEMBERS.
A. Do all commission members have a demonstrated interest, competence, or
knowledge of historic preservation?
Yes No
Please attach documentation for each commission member reflecting their
qualifications (may include resumes, current/past volunteer work, et cetera.)
Documents attached?
Yes No
B. Are all positions on the commission currently filled?
Yes No
If “no,” please explain:
C. A minimum of two (2) commission members must be professionals from the disciplines
of architecture, history, architectural history, planning, archaeology, or other historic
preservation-related disciplines as determined by the Secretary of the Interior’s
Professional Qualification Standards. Please detail how the CLG makes a “good faith
effort made to locate and appoint such professionals” (e.g. – newspaper articles,
personal requests, solicitation at universities, et cetera).
D. Has a representative of the commission attended at least one meeting each year for
the last 3 years sponsored by any preservation organization or related organization?
Yes No
List names of participants, names of meetings and dates:
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When there is an opening on the Historic Preservation Commission, the City of Meridian Communications
Manager posts a press release, the City Clerks Office posts website notices and updates our newsletter
subscribers, HPC and support staff members may also reach out with personal requests.
Hilary Bodnar, NTHP Past Forward Conference- San Fransisco, CA November 2018
Jody Ault, NAPC FORUM Conference- Virtual, July 2020
Donna Lusignan, NAPC FORUM Conference- Virtual July 2020
Blaine Johnston, NAPC FORUM Conference- Virtual July 2020
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E. Have there been any changes to the local ordinance in the last four (4) years?
Yes No
If “yes,” please explain:
Submit a copy of any new ordinances or legislative changes to the SHPO.
TO BE COMPLETED BY SHPO REVIEWER
Do the CLG’s commission members meet the requirements of this section?
Yes No
Are the Historic Preservation Commission's duties and responsibilities, as established in the CLG’s
ordinance, complementary to and coordinated with those of the SHPO?
Yes No
SHPO Comments:
The City of Meridian is to be complimented on getting two (2) member of the HPC who meeting the Secretary of the Interior's
Professional Qualification Standards. The Idaho SHPO would encourage the City to continue its efforts to ensure that at least two (2)
members of the commission meet those Standards whenever there is an opening on the commission.
It is the determination of the Idaho SHPO that the City of Meridian MEETS the requirements of this section.
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2. MAINTAIN A SYSTEM FOR THE SURVEY AND INVENTORY OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES.
All Certified Local Governments are required to have a system by which properties are surveyed and
inventoried, and that such an inventory is maintain in an appropriate manner. For some communities,
this means establishing and maintain the inventory at the local level (i.e. – at the local planning
department, Clerk’s office, et cetera). Most communities in Idaho, however, rely of the State Historic
Preservation Office to keep and maintain that inventory.
A. Is the CLG inventory compatible with the Idaho State Historic Inventory (buildings,
objects, structures, historic sites) and the Idaho Archaeological Survey (archaeological
sites), such that inventory materials can easily be entered into those state inventories
and can be integrated into the statewide comprehensive historic preservation planning
process? (Note: If the inventory is maintain by SHPO on behalf of the CLG, check
“Yes” and indicate this is the case in the explanation.)
Yes No
Please explain:
B. CLGs should be conducting any surveys or inventories using documentation which is
SHPO approved as being of a National Register level of documentation. Please attach
copies of the documentation for any recently surveyed or inventoried properties (5
properties max).
Documents attached?
Yes No
C. Is inventory data accessible to the general public, except in the case of locations of
sensitive archaeological sites?
Yes No
Please explain:
D. Is the inventory periodically added to or updated?
Yes No
If “no,” please explain why not:
E. Submit minutes of any meetings where the CLG has approved or adopted either the
Secretary of Interior's Standards or the state's system as identified in the SHPO’s
“Idaho Historic Sites Inventory (IHSI): Requirements and Standards for
Documentation,” (formerly identified as “Technical Leaflet #1, Idaho Historic Sites
Inventory Manual: Standards and Guidelines for Documenting Historic Properties”) by
the Idaho State Historical Society.
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Is the CLG’s inventory documentation SHPO approved National Register level documentation?
Yes No
Is the documentation consistent and thorough in meeting the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for
Identification at the reconnaissance and intensive levels?
Yes No
Does the inventory and survey system meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
Identification? (If the CLG community has adopted the State's survey system, it will meet the
Secretary's Standards.)
Yes No
SHPO Comments:
Our office would encourage the City to apply for CLG grants to help fund future survey work.
It is the determination of the Idaho SHPO that the City of Meridian MEETS the requirements of this section.
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3.PROVIDE FOR ADEQUATE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PROGRAM, INCLUDING THE PROCESS OF RECOMMENDING PROPERTIES TO THE NATIONAL
REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES.
Certified Local Governments are required to ensure that the public has the opportunity to participate
in the local historic preservation program.
A. CLGs are required to make public announcements of all meetings of the historic
preservation commission. All meetings must be open to the public and follow the
requirements of Idaho's open meeting laws as identified in Idaho Statute Title 74,
“Transparent and Ethical Government.” Describe how the meetings are announced to
the public.
B. Are written minutes kept?
Yes No
C. Are minutes available to the public?
Yes No
D. Are copies of the minutes regularly sent to the SHPO?
Yes No
E. Are the commission's procedures and by laws available for public inspection?
Yes No
F. Describe any other activities been undertaken by the CLG or HPC to encourage public
input in the preservation process locally.
G. Are preservation files accessible to the public through a public agency or public
official?
Yes No
Please explain:
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All files are available via public request to the City Clerk's office or searchable in the minute books of HPC
meetings posted online.
All regular and subcommittee meetings are noticed to the public through the Meridian City Clerks Office. The
clerks post physical copies of the agenda on bulletin boards at City Hall and online. Regular HPC meeting
agendas are sent to email subscribers.
The HPC offers annual activities for Historic Preservation Month, maintains a walking tour where visitors can
visit 23 historic properties in Downtown Meridian, and is currently hosting a student history competition. All of
these efforts are intended to bring awareness and to increase public involvement in historic preservation.
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Are the requirements of Idaho's open meeting law being met?
Yes No
Is the CLG providing adequate opportunities for the public to participate in the historic preservation
program?
Yes No
SHPO Comments: It is the determination of the Idaho SHPO that the City of Meridian MEETS the requirements of this section.
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4. ENCOURAGE LOCAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLANNING.
Describe what activities have been taken to encourage preservation planning in the framework
of the local government system or other system. This may include activities such as including
historic preservation in a comprehensive plan, developing a specific historic preservation plan
for the county/community, or other similar efforts. If local preservation planning efforts have
not occurred, please describe the reasons why not; this will allow the SHPO to potentially help
address those issues going forward. Attach additional pages if necessary.
TO BE COMPLETED BY SHPO REVIEWER
SHPO Comments:
It is the determination of the Idaho SHPO that the City of Meridian MEETS the requirements of this section.
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The City of Meridian Community Development Department has included architectural standards for the zoned "Old Town"
area of Meridian. These same standards were also included in the newest Urban Renewal District created in Meridian, the
Union Block. Our Urban Renewal Agency, Meridian Development Corp., also makes a point to include preservation
planning in their long range planning. Their "Destination Downtown" document is frequently referred to and helps establish
history as a priority for the board. The HPC is not in a position where it can function as a regulatory agent, instead it
functions as a recommending body for broad planning concepts to other authorized powers.
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5. ENFORCE APPROPRIATE STATE AND LOCAL LEGISLATION FOR THE DESIGNATION
AND PROTECTION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES.
A. According to state law IC 67-6501, Local Planning Act of 1975, local governments are
required to produce a comprehensive plan. As part of that comprehensive plan, the
government must consider “special areas or sites,” which specifically include historic,
architectural, and archaeological properties and sites.
1. Please submit a copy the current section of the comprehensive plan dealing
with “special areas or sites.”
Documents attached?
Yes No
2. Describe any current or future plans for addressing historic preservation needs
identified in the plan.
B. State Law IC 67-4601 allows local governments to establish a local historic
preservation ordinance. To become a Certified Local Government, an ordinance was
passed by the local government establishing a historic preservation commission in
your community; each CLG, therefore, meets this requirement. This state law also
allows for specific activities to be undertaken by the local historic preservation
commission to promote and protect historic properties. One of these activities is
Design Review by the HPC of historic buildings in locally designated historic districts.
Does the HPC have Design Review authority?
Yes No
If “yes,” answer the following questions. If “no,” please skip to Question C.
1. Number of reviews by the HPC in the review period?
2. Have guidelines or other promotional materials that been developed explaining
the Design Review program and its requirements?
Yes No
If the answer is “yes,” please describe the materials or submit copies of the
materials; additionally explain how such materials are distributed to
applications:
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The HPC is currently focused on Goal #2 "Locate and identify historic... resources significant to
Meridian's past" by conducting an inventory of the Meridian Speedway and working towards
completing a nomination. Also, Goal #3 "Heighten public awareness of historic preservation in the
community and improve preservation education efforts for various audiences" by increasing the
HPC's social media presence for public education.
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3. Submit decisions on five (5) applications and the rationale for the decisions
made by the HPC. If decisions are discussed in the minutes of the meetings
and the minutes are regularly sent to the SHPO, just list the names of the
properties on the applications and the specific date(s) of the decisions. Attach
additional pages if necessary.
4. If your HPC is authorized to conduct other activities besides Design Review
(e.g. demolition review), please identify and describe. Attach additional pages
if necessary.
C. State law IC 18-7027, IC27-501, and the Antiquities Act of 1984, prohibits the
disturbance of prehistoric human burials, or the possession of human remains or
artifacts removed from a burial, unless the excavation is conducted by a qualified
archaeologist with the prior approval of the State Historical Society and the
appropriate Indian tribe.
1. Have any applications to the Idaho State Historical Society been made by the
local government for an excavation permit?
Yes No
If “yes,” please explain:
2. Does the HPC review actions by the local government that could possibly
violate this law?
Yes No
If “yes,” please explain:
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Does the local Comprehensive Plan adequately address “special sites or areas”?
Yes No
Are the design review decisions consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Historic
Preservation Projects?
Yes No N/A
Is the CLG in compliance with IC 18-7072 and IC 27-501?
Yes No
SHPO Comments: The Idaho SHPO is pleased with the City of Meridian's efforts to incorporate historic preservation into their broader planning efforts.
We would encourage the City to continue to identify and consider other areas of the City's Comprehensive Plan where the Historic
Preservation Commission can help support the Plan's goals and objectives.
It is the determination of the Idaho SHPO that the City of Meridian MEETS the requirements of this section.
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6.LOCAL PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL REGISTER PROGRAM
A requirement of the Certified Local Government program is that communities take active participation
in any and all National Register Nominations by reviewing and voting on proposed nominations at an
open, public meeting. This provides the residents of the community an opportunity to comment on any
such nomination before it goes to the Idaho State Review Board.
A. Number of National Register nominations generated in the jurisdiction of the CLG
during the period of review:
B. Has each nomination been reviewed by the appropriate professional (either a qualified
HPC member or a professional available in the community or larger region) and a
report prepared?
Yes No
C. Were the reports transmitted to the mayor or county commissioners?
Yes No
D. Did the CLG allow for public comment on the nomination (through holding public
hearings, soliciting comments in news media articles, public announcements, legal
notices, or other means as appropriate)?
Yes No
Please explain:
E. Has the HPC given written notification of their decision to the owner of a property to
be submitted to the National Register?
Yes No
Submit a sample correspondence.
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Do the reports state why the property does or does not meet the National Register criteria?
Yes No N/A
Were National Register Nomination reports submitted to the SHPO along with the Mayor or county
commissioner's recommendation?
Yes No N/A
Were the above transactions completed within 60 days from notice given by the SHPO?
Yes No N/A
SHPO Comments: The Idaho SHPO knows that the City is currently working toward a potential National Register Nomination for the Meridian Speedway
complex. We would encourage the City to work with our office to identify other properties which might be eligible for the National
Register, and the pursue such nominations in future CLG grant funding cycles.
It is the determination of the Idaho SHPO that the City of Meridian MEETS the requirements of this section.
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7. CLGS THAT RECEIVE FEDERAL GRANTS UNDER THIS PROGRAM, MUST FOLLOW
MANDATED FEDERAL, STATE, AND NPS PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS.
The CLG must maintain adequate financial management systems, adhere to all requirements of the
National Park Service Programs Manual and adhere to any requirements mandated by Congress
regarding the use of such funds.
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Federal
Award $$
Product
Product
Product
Product
$2700.00
Reconnaissance Survey of
the Meridian Speedway
Sponsorship for three HPC
members to attend the
NAPC Forum
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TO BE COMPLETED BY SHPO REVIEWER
Has the CLG responded to requests from the SHPO on budget and work program questions in a timely
manner?
Yes No N/A
Has the CLG produced adequate products in compliance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards
for Historic Preservation Projects when using NPS funding?
Yes No N/A
Has the government produced adequate documentation for the billing of grant projects?
Yes No N/A
Have the products and billings been submitted in a timely manner?
Yes No N/A
SHPO Comments:
It is the determination of the Idaho SHPO that the City of Meridian MEETS the requirements of this section.
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FINAL EVAULATION OF CLG PROGRAM
Please read and sign the following statement.
I do hereby attest that the information provided in this evaluation form for the Certified Local
Government program of [CLG name] is complete and
accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Signature: Date:
Printed Name:
TO BE COMPLETED BY SHPO REVIEWER
Program Strengths:
Opportunities for Improvement:
Meridian Historic Preservation Commission
Audrey Belnap Digitally signed by Audrey Belnap
Date: 2021.04.23 12:16:55 -06'00'4/23/2021
Audrey Belnap
The Idaho SHPO would like to see the City of Meridian do some more survey. It has been a number of years since the undertook a
major survey and it would be good to either take on a new survey or to update a previous survey. Our office is available to help identify
potential areas for future survey work.
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The City of Meridian is doing a lot of good work to ensure that historic preservation is a part of the City's character. The City's efforts to
appointment members to the Historic Preservation Commission who meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification
Standards is an important part of those efforts, and our office would encourage the City to continue to make a commitment to their
historic preservation program.
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Final SHPO Comments:
Did the CLG complete this evaluation in a timely manner?
Yes No
Reviewer Signature:
Review Name:
Date:
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Certified Local Government program evaluation,
please contact the Idaho State Historic Preservation Office, and SHPO Staff will be happy to discuss it
with you.
H. Peter L'Orange Digitally signed by H. Peter L'Orange
Date: 2021.04.29 16:29:57 -06'00'
Pete L'Orange, Historic Preservation Planner/CLG Coordinator, Idaho SHPO
4/29/2021
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Overall, the Idaho SHPO is pleased with the status of the City of Meridian's historic preservation program. The City is in a good
position and appears to have a strong commission make up. The SHPO would like see more survey, hopefully leading to future
nominations to the National Register of Historic Places.
It is the determination of the Idaho State Historic Preservation Office that the City of Meridian MEETS the requirements of the Certified
Local Government program. The City of Meridian shall, therefore, RETAIN its status as a Certified Local Government.
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ADDITIONAL PAGE
Use this page to provide any additional information for any question. Please use a separate page for
each question.
Section:
Question:
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