Historic Pres; April 2012: Minutes

Evansville Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Wednesday, April 18, 2012 6:30 P.M. Evansville City Hall Present: John Decker, Steve Culbertson, Rich Modaff, Steve Christens, Ald. Ben Ladick Absent: Rick Schuch, Betsy Ahner Also Present: Mayor Sandy Decker, Tim Magee The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chair Richard Modaff. Motion by Culbertson to waive the reading of the March 21, 2012 minutes and approve them as read. Second by Christens. Motion carried. Applications – Appearances 39 Garfield Avenue – Tim Magee was present to discuss his plans to create covered roof areas for the elevator entrance and side entrance to St Paul’s Catholic Church. Motion by Christens to approve the design presented as being historically appropriate for the modification to the exterior of the church. Second by Culbertson. Motion carried unanimously. Old Business a. Motion by Christens to allocate funds for membership dues for WAPHPC for 2012-13 year. Second by Culbertson. Motion carried. b. Antes Cabin – the Parks Committee is very close to moving the cabin c. Rally 'Round the Flag-Civil War, sesquicentennial commemoration in Lake Leota Park on May 18-20. d. Administrative a. Grove Society No News b. Nothing to report on document management c. Landmarks – In conjunction with the Grove Society the HPC is considering looking to incorporate QR technology into the City of Evansville Historic Walking Tour. Motion by Decker to adjourn. Second by Ladick. Motion carried.