2021-09-23 Historic Preservation Commission
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
__x__ Blaine Johnston, President __x__ Josh Evarts, Vice President
__x__ Tyler J. Ricks _____ Destinie Hart
__x__ Donna Lusignan __x__ Jody Ault
_____ [Youth Commissioner] _____ Jessica Perreault, City Council Ex-Officio
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
T. Ricks made motion to adopt agenda, seconded by J. Evarts.
All ayes
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approve Minutes from Regular Meeting on August 26, 2021
B. Johnston requested amendment to August minutes to state next meeting is September
23 not September 16.
J. Evarts made motion to approve minutes as amended, seconded by T. Ricks.
All ayes
APPROVAL OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS [ACTION ITEM]
2. Historic Preservation Commission Financial Statement through August 2021
D. Lusignan inquired about money used for printing services for the walk. J. Evarts
confirmed printing services budget has been expended and explained where to locate
expenditure in monthly financial statements.
J. Evarts made motion to approve financial statement, seconded by D. Lusignan, J. Ault, and
T. Ricks.
All ayes
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
3. Discuss Past Forward Conference 2021 Information
B. Johnston noted the National Trust for Historic Preservation will virtually hold its Past
Forward conference in November 2021 and that no Commissioners are attending but there
are free conferences/webinars available online – see link in packet that was sent out.
B. Johnston noted that per the Certified Local Government (CLG) approval from the State
Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), the Commission as a whole is required to obtain
continuing education units (CEUs) so this conference would be a way to earn CEUs.
A. Belnap noted training budget could pay for registration if Commissioners want to
virtually attend. B. Nary confirmed expenditure for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 could be
approved prior to the start of FY 2022. J. Evarts inquired about Commissioner registration
process. A. Belnap asked Commissioners to let her know directly so she can pay for the
registration and then will forward conference information to the registered
Commissioner(s). J. Evarts made motion to approve an expenditure not to exceed $550 for
Commissioners to register for the 2021 Past Forward Conference prior to October 5 via
coordination with A. Belnap; seconded by D. Lusignan. All ayes. J. Evarts asked for
clarification regarding what paid conference registration entailed. A. Belnap stated her
understanding is that a paid registration means attendee can participate in any of the
conference sessions. J. Evarts requested that Commissioners who elect to use training
budget for a paid registration have accountability to at least attend a few of the sessions.
B. Johnston requested that if any Commissioner attends, he/she take good notes for future
reference by other Commissioners. A. Belnap noted that because this is a virtual conference
it is a good opportunity for Commissioners to attend because no travel required and that
SHPO takes in to consideration Commissioners’ conference attendance as part of CLG
certification.
REPORTS [ACTION ITEM]
4. Update: Meridian Speedway Nomination Form
A. Belnap noted currently contracting with TAG Historical Research (TAG) and at this time
no action items for Commission until TAG completes its work and presents information at
December Commission meeting, prior to TAG submitting the nomination form by
December 31st deadline. B. Johnston noted SHPO is on board with submission pending a
few minor edits to TAG’s initial presentation. B. Johnston asked A. Belnap to look at
Commission’s meeting schedule to see if the December meeting date needs to be adjusted
due to the holiday and to ensure TAG can present to the Commission prior to the
nomination submission.
5. Update: North Meridian Main Street and Zamzows Mill Site Survey
B. Johnston noted that SHPO recommended a survey of the North Meridian Main Street
area so he has asked A. Belnap to ask TAG to provide an estimate for both a survey of the
North Meridian Main Street and Zamzows Mill Site areas. A. Belnap stated she does not
have estimates at this time but is in communication with Barbara about estimates and
timing and also noted the Meridian Speedway is the priority so these surveys will probably
begin in December or January. A. Belnap stated she will have survey estimates by next
Commission meeting.
6. Update: Social Media Efforts
B. Johnston stated he met with T. Ricks, J. Evarts, and A. Belnap and social media efforts will
begin on Thursday, September 30, and the plan is to do a weekly “Throw Back Thursday”
post with T. Ricks creating content and A. Belnap posting content.
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS / DISCUSSION
B. Nary confirmed City Hall will close at 3pm on December 23. A. Belnap noted that the
Commission’s November meeting will also fall on Thanksgiving so like last year the
Commission may need to combine November and December meetings at one meeting in
mid-December. D. Lusignan noted that last year A. Belnap provided a list of potential
December meeting dates and Commissioners submitted their availability to A. Belnap at or
right after the October meeting. Commissioners agreed this should happen again this year.
J. Evarts noted that while individual Commissioners are not required to maintain a certain
number of CEUs at this time, should a future topic of discussion be Commissioner CEU
requirements to ensure Commissioners stay nationally current and relevant as the
Commission continues to develop? B. Johnston will add this topic to a future agenda.
NEXT MEETING: October 28, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
J. Evarts made motion to adjourn, seconded by T. Ricks.
All ayes
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 4:30 PM
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Agenda
VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS
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Or join by phone: 1-669-900-6833
Webinar ID: 869 1032 2290
ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
____ Blaine Johnston, President ____ Josh Evarts, Vice President
____ Tyler J. Ricks ____ 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 Regular Meeting on August 26, 2021
APPROVAL OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS [ACTION ITEM]
2. Historic Preservation Commission Financial Statement through August 2021
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
3. Discuss Past Forward Conference 2021 Information
REPORTS [ACTION ITEM]
4. Update: Meridian Speedway Nomination Form
5. Update: North Meridian Main Street and Zamzows Mill Site Survey
6. Update: Social Media Efforts
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS / DISCUSSION
NEXT MEETING: October 28, 2021
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ADJOURNMENT
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS
To join the meeting online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81330550000
Or join by phone: 1-669-900-6833
Webinar ID: 813 3055 0000
ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_x___ Blaine Johnston, President ____ Josh Evarts, Vice President
_x___ Tyler Ricks _x___ Destinie Hart
____ Donna Lusignan _x___ Jody Ault
____ Brian Fitzgerald ____ Jessica Perreault, City Council Ex-Officio
1. Farewell to Brian Fitzgerald
2. Introduce New Commissioner, Tyler Ricks
T. Ricks gave a brief introduction of himself to the Commission.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
B. Johnston requested that Jacy Nary’s name be replaced with Tyler Ricks in the Roll-Call
Attendance
T. Ricks made motion to adopt agenda, seconded by D. Hart
All ayes
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
3. Minutes from Regular Meeting on May 27, 2021
D. Hart made motion to approve minutes, seconded by T. Ricks
All ayes
APPROVAL OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS [ACTION ITEM]
4. Financial Statement for June 2021
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Item 1.
D. Hart made motion to approve financial statement, seconded by T. Ricks
All ayes
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
5. Meridian Speedway Intensive Survey Confirmed Eligibility from State Historic
Preservation Office and Approve Next Steps
B. Johnston informed the Commission that the State Historic Preservation Office is
still reviewing the Meridian Speedway Intensive Survey and is determining its
eligibility for nomination. TAG Historical Research has created a scope of work for
the nomination form so that once approved, they can begin work for the
nomination. They should complete the nomination by the end of the year so that
SHPO can review it in June 2022.
J. Ault made motion to approve expenditures for TAG Historical research for the
remainder of Fiscal Year 2021 and fall of 2022, seconded by T. Ricks
All ayes
6. Discuss North Main Street Survey or Zamzows Mill for Next Historical Nomination
B. Johnston reported on the feedback that SHPO gave, including a recommendation
to consider doing a site survey of North Main Street. B. Johnston also noted that the
Commission has considering doing a survey of Zamzows Mill and inquired of the
Commission’s thoughts. J. Ault suggested moving forward with both projects,
perhaps one at a time. B. Johnston stated that A. Belnap can get a scope of work
from TAG on both projects to determine the cost and proceed that way. The
Commission agreed.
OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
7. Social Media Efforts Next Steps
B. Johnston reported that A. Belnap has shared the Google Drive of photos and
scans with T. Ricks, J. Evarts, and B. Johnston. D. Hart also requested access. B.
Johnston requested that the Commission send A. Belnap any information, photos,
or captions for social media posts.
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS / DISCUSSION
NEXT MEETING: September 16, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
J. Ault made motion to adjourn, seconded by D. Hart
All ayes
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Item 1.
CITY of MERIDIANFY2021 (10/1/2020 thru 9/30/2021)Budget for Historic Preservation & Historical SocietyAs of: 8/31/2021Acct# 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$ 500.00$ 200.00$ 01-1840-53801-11158 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Student Initiative150.00$ 83.00$ 67.00$ 01-1840-53801-11159 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Consulting/Photography Services10,050.00$ 4,528.52$ 5,521.48$ 01-1840-53801-11157 Budget 10/1/2020Budget for Historic Walking Tour App Maintenance1,000.00$ 1,000.00$ -$ Historic Preservation14,520.00$ -$ 7,111.52$ 7,408.48$ TOTALS14,520.00$ -$ 7,111.52$ 7,408.48$ GL balance 8/31/215Item 2.
Effective Date Transaction Description ID Amount
10/14/2020 walking tour kiosk panel replacement signs - qty
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AP21-0068 1,143.52
12/1/2020 consulting services-Meridian Speedway historical
research
AP21-0219 2,885.00
1/31/2021 VISA-GOOGLE Play- fee for creating Google play
developer account
AP21-0337 25.00
2/28/2021 VISA-GOOGLE Play- refund on fee for creating
Google Play developer account - orig 1.25.21
AP21-0416 (25.00)
4/30/2021 VISA-ONCELL- HPC walking tour app maintenance
4/1/21-4/1/22
AP21-0609 1,000.00
5/1/2021 Pay#2 for Meridian Speedway Survey AP21-0647 500.00
5/31/2021 VISA-TST HERITAGE HOP HAUS- gift card prize for
Preservation Month scavenger hunt - qty 1
AP21-0677 25.00
5/31/2021 VISA-TST DEJA BREW LAUGH A LA- gift card prize
for Preservation Month scavenger hunt - qty 1
AP21-0677 25.00
5/31/2021 VISA-USPS PO 1557750642- mailing prizes for
Preservation Month scavenger hunt - qty 3
AP21-0677 8.00
5/31/2021 VISA-TST EIGHT THIRTY COMMON- gift card prize
for Preservation Month scavenger hunt - qty 1
AP21-0677 25.00
7/1/2021 printing of History Walking Tour brochures - qty
1000
AP21-0800 1,000.00
7/1/2021 printing of History Walking Tour brochures - qty
1000
AP21-0800 500.00
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Item 2.
MEMO TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
Re: Past Forward Conference 2021
Past Forward Conference (Virtual) November 2-5, 2021
Registration:
• Before October 5: $85
• Before October 29: $105
• Before November 5: $115
For more information: https://savingplaces.org/conference#.YUo7AbhKiUk
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Item 3.