HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 7/6/2004 - Landmark Commission The City of McHenry Landmark Commission Meeting Minutes
July 6,2004
Prior to tonight's meeting Mr. Ned Newman gave the commission a very in-depth look into his
ideas for the development of his property in conjunction with the McHenry Riverwalk project.
Overall, the commission members were very pleased with his ideas, and look forward to seeing
the changes take place.
The meeting was called to order at 8:55 pm by Pat Schafer at the Northwest Herald Building on
Green Street.
Members present: Pat Schafer, Dawn Johnson, Gretchen Thomas, Marie Wilt, Marya Dixon,
Merle Janssen, Judy Franks, Sue Hendrickson, and Colin Schultheis.
Members absent: Greg Lofgren, Gerhard Rosenberg
Guest present: Ned Newman
June/July 2004 Meeting Minutes: Sue Hendrickson moved to approve, Merle Janssen
seconded no discussion and the motion carried.
June/July 2004 Treasurer's Report: Marya Dixon moved to approve, Dawn Johnson
seconded no discussion and the motion carried.
June/July 2004 Facade Grant Report: Dawn Johnson moved to approve, Marya Dixon
seconded no discussion and the motion carried.
Business:
The following motions were made:
1. Gretchen Thomas moved that the flyers for the 2004 Cemetery Walk be sent to Minuteman for
printing—quantity 100. Merle Janssen seconded no discussion and the motion carried.
2. Gretchen Thomas moved to approve the printing of commission letterhead, envelopes, and
thank you cards for commission use. Pat Schafer seconded no further discussion and the motion
carried.
(Note: Colin Schultheis will be redesigning the Landmark Commission Logo and after
commission approval on this, we will then go to print.)
Demolition Request:
Dawn Johnson reported that no demolition requests have been sent for approval.
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It was noted that a number of items were missing from the commission packet from city staff.
1. 3 barn surveys
2. St. Charles and Algonquin residential guidelines
Art in the Park: July 24, 2004, Setup begins at 8:00 a.m. Dawn Johnson reported that the same
booth space was requested for this year as was last year. The commission booth has been
approved by the Chamber and a list of duties and time slots for managing the booth were set up.
It was also noted that Marie will be having a number of her costumed interpreters attend
throughout the day. Pat volunteered to contact the "Friends of the Landmark"to see if anyone
would be willing to assist in tending the booth.
Logo Redesign: Gretchen suggested that the commission design a postcard to send out when we
have events. The commissioner's gave that idea a wholehearted yes and Colin was asked to
design the postcard. Since the location of the current commission logo is unknown, Colin was
asked to update the current one. Colin stated that he should have a design before the next
commission meeting.
2004 Cemetery Walk: Pat Schafer reported that she would review the list of duties for the
volunteers of the 2003 Cemetery Walk and then schedule another meeting with the sub-
committee as soon as possible.
Residential Guidelines: Discussion regarding the guidelines was short, however the idea of two
basic layouts were thought to be the best. The first guideline would be an overview for residents
to look over prior to obtaining a permit from the city. The second guideline would be more
specific. In all, the guidelines will be people friendly and simple. Further discussion followed,
this will be discussed further at the August meeting.
Placemats:
It was reported that a sample placemat is put together,but this project will be tabled until the
spring.
Dawn Johnson moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 p.m., Merle Janssen seconded no
discussion and the motion carried.
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