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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/25/2019 - Workshop Agenda Packet - City CouncilCity Council Workshop College Station, TX Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 1101 Texas Ave College Station, TX 77840 City Hall Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, November 25, 2019 1. Call meeting to order. Speaker Protocol: An individual who wishes to address the City Council regarding any item on the Workshop Agenda other than those items posted for Executive Session shall register with the City Secretary prior to the meeting being called to order. Registration forms are available in the Office of the City Secretary. Upon stepping to the podium the speaker must state their name and city of residence, including the state of residence if the city is located out of state. Speakers are encouraged to identify their College Station neighborhood or geographic location. An individual speaking on a Consent Agenda item on the Workshop agenda may not speak on that item at the Regular Meeting on the same day. Each speaker’s remarks are limited to three (3) minutes. An individual speaking on multiple Consent Agenda items must speak on all items when the speaker is called to the podium. An individual speaking on multiple Consent Agenda items will have three (3) minutes to speak on the first item and one (1) additional minute to speak per each additional item regardless of the number of items they wish to address. Any speaker addressing the Council through the use of a translator may speak for six (6) minutes and in the case of Consent Agenda items an additional two (2) minutes per item. An individual may speak for ten (10) minutes on behalf of a group of five (5) or more. The five (5) or more individuals must sign the registration form and must be present when the speaker is introduced. Those signing may not speak individually. A speaker who wishes to include computer-based information while addressing the Council must provide the electronic file to the City Secretary by noon on the day of the Council meeting. During each speaker’s remarks a timer light will change from green to yellow when there is thirty seconds remaining. The speaker must conclude their remarks when the timer light changes from yellow to red. 2.Executive Session is closed to the public and will be held in the Administrative Conference Room. The open meeting will resume no earlier than 5:00 pm. Consultation with Attorney {Gov’t Code Section 551.071}; Possible action. The City Council may seek advice from its attorney regarding a pending or contemplated litigation subject or settlement offer or attorney-client privileged information. Litigation is an ongoing process and questions may arise as to a litigation tactic or settlement offer, which needs to be discussed with the City Council. Upon occasion the City Council may need information from its attorney as to the status of a pending or contemplated litigation subject or settlement offer or attorney-client privileged information. After executive session discussion, any final action or vote taken will be in public. The following subject(s) may be discussed: Page 1 College Station, TX Printed on 11/21/2019 November 25, 2019City Council Workshop Meeting Agenda - Final Litigation a.Kathryn A. Stever-Harper as Executrix for the Estate of John Wesley Harper v. City of College Station and Judy Meeks; No. 15,977-PC in the County Court No. 1, Brazos County, Texas b. McCrory Investments II, LLC d/b/a Southwest Stor Mor v. City of College Station; Cause No. 17-000914-CV-361; In the 361st District Court, Brazos County, Texas c. City of College Station v. Gerry Saum, Individually, and as Independent Executrix of the Estate of Susan M. Wood, Deceased; Cause No. 17-002742-CV-361; In the 361st District Court, Brazos County, Texas d. Carrie McIver v. City of College Station; Cause No. 18-003271-CV-85; In the 85th District Court, Brazos County, Texas Legal Advice a.Legal advice regarding the response of various Texas cities to recent legislation concerning telecom right-of-ways franchise fees. Personnel {Gov’t Code Section 551.074}; Possible action. The City Council may deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer. After executive session discussion, any final action or vote taken will be in public. The following public officer(s) may be discussed: a. Council Self Evaluation b. City Manager 3. Reconvene from Executive Session and take action, if any. Workshop Agenda During this time an individual may address the City Council on any Workshop Agenda item. 4. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on items listed on the consent agenda. Presentation and discussion regarding the revised City of College Station Historical Marker application guidelines. 19-06255. Sponsors:Schmitz HPC_College Station Historic Marker Application--final redlined from CSO.._ (003) HPC_College Station Historic Marker Application--final from CSO.._ (003) Attachments: 6. Council Calendar - Council may discuss upcoming events. 7.Discussion, review, and possible action regarding the following meetings: Animal Shelter Board, Annexation Task Force, Arts Council of Brazos Valley, Architectural Page 2 College Station, TX Printed on 11/21/2019 November 25, 2019City Council Workshop Meeting Agenda - Final Advisory Committee, Audit Committee, Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Advisory Board, Bio-Corridor Board of Adjustments, Brazos County Health Dept., Brazos Valley Council of Governments, Brazos Valley Economic Development Corporation, Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce, Budget and Finance Committee, BVSWMA, BVWACS, Compensation and Benefits Committee, Comprehensive Plan Evaluation Committee, Experience Bryan-College Station, Design Review Board, Economic Development Committee, Gulf Coast Strategic Highway Coalition, Historic Preservation Committee, Interfaith Dialogue Association, Intergovernmental Committee, Joint Relief Funding Review Committee, Landmark Commission, Library Board, Metropolitan Planning Organization, Parks and Recreation Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Research Valley Technology Council, Regional Transportation Committee for Council of Governments, Sister Cities Association, Spring Creek Local Government Corporation, Transportation and Mobility Committee, TAMU Student Senate, Texas Municipal League, Walk with the Mayor, YMCA, Zoning Board of Adjustments, (Notice of Agendas posted on City Hall bulletin board). 8. Adjourn. The City Council may adjourn into Executive Session to consider any item listed on this agenda if a matter is raised that is appropriate for Executive Session discussion. An announcement will be made of the basis for the Executive Session discussion. I certify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted at College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas, on November 21, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. _____________________ City Secretary This building is wheelchair accessible. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services such as interpreters, readers, or large print are asked to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (979) 764-3541, TDD at 1-800-735-2989, or email adaassistance@cstx.gov at least two business days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. If the City does not receive notification at least two business days prior to the meeting, the City will make a reasonable attempt to provide the necessary accommodations. Penal Code § 30.07. Trespass by License Holder with an Openly Carried Handgun. "Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (Trespass by License Holder with an Openly Carried Handgun) A Person Licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (Handgun Licensing Law), may not enter this Property with a Handgun that is Carried Openly." Codigo Penal § 30.07. Traspasar Portando Armas de Mano al Aire Libre con Licencia. Page 3 College Station, TX Printed on 11/21/2019 “Conforme a la Seccion 30.07 del codigo penal (traspasar portando armas de mano al aire libre con licencia), personas con licencia bajo del Sub-Capitulo H, Capitulo 411, Codigo de Gobierno (Ley de licencias de arma de mano), no deben entrar a esta propiedad portando arma de mano al aire libre.” City Hall 1101 Texas Ave College Station, TX 77840 College Station, TX Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:119-0625 Name:Historical Marker Packet Application guidelines Status:Type:Report Agenda Ready File created:In control:11/12/2019 City Council Workshop On agenda:Final action:11/25/2019 Title:Presentation and discussion regarding the revised City of College Station Historical Marker application guidelines. Sponsors:David Schmitz Indexes: Code sections: Attachments:HPC_College Station Historic Marker Application--final redlined from CSO.._ (003) HPC_College Station Historic Marker Application--final from CSO.._ (003) Action ByDate Action ResultVer. Presentation and discussion regarding the revised City of College Station Historical Marker application guidelines. Relationship to Strategic Goals: 1. Providing Core Services and Infrastructure 2. Neighborhood Integrity Recommendation(s): Council should receive information on the new revised guidelines. This item is also on tonight's Consent agenda for council's approval, no action is required at this time. Summary: Last reviewed in August 2014, the Historical Preservation Committee is submitting the attached Historical Marker application guidelines for Council approval. The committee revised the document to reflect current practice and policy regarding the application and follow up processes. The red-lined version from Legal has been reviewed and approved by the committee and staff. Budget & Financial Summary:NA Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: •City of College Station Historical Marker application red-lined •City of College Station Historical Marker application final College Station, TX Printed on 11/21/2019Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™ Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas City of College Station Historical Marker Packet Revised August 2014OctoberJuly 2019 Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas Table of Contents Guidelines 1 The Marker Process 2 Structure Marker Criteria 3 Subject Marker Criteria 5 Contact Information 6 College Station Historical Marker Application, general 7 College Station Historical Marker Application, details 8 Retraction of a Designated Historical Marker 910 College Station Historical Marker Application, supporting documentation 9 Retraction of a Designated Historical Marker 10 1 City of College Station Historical Marker Guidelines Revised 20142019 Thank you for your interest in the College Station Historical Marker Program! This program is a project of the College Station Historic Preservation Committee. Though our city is relatively young, the The Committee created this program in order to recognize sites, persons, objects, events, or buildings which are significant to the history of College Station, yet do not meet the criteria for historical marker designation at the State or Federal level. It is important to note that the College Station Historical Marker Program is separate from the federal inventory of historic properties (National Register of Historic Places), and separate from the state marker program (Official Texas Historical Markers). Information about the federal marker program, as well as the state marker program, may be obtained through the College Station Historic Preservation Committee, or by contacting either the Local History Programs Office or the National Register Programs Office of the Texas Historical Commission. The Historic Preservation Committee requires that certain criteria be met in order to receive approval for a College Station Historical Mmarker. Applications for markers, with payment of the appropriate fees, may be filedsubmitted in in any oneeither of two categories: structure/site or subject. The following information is intended to provides you with information regarding the criteria and to aid you in the marker application process.. Keep in mind when filling out the application that the The purpose of this program is not to be burdensome to the applicant, buto identify and preserve as much information as possible about the history of our city for future generations. We are always here to provide assistance if questions arise. 2 The Marker Process.... Nominations Applications may be submitted for a structure/site (home, building, site) or a subject (business, event, topic, person). Interested parties wishing to submit a nomination should complete aAn application detailing the significance of the structure/site or subject should provide . Ssupporting documentation, should be collected, and would include including such things as: - a narrative of the structure/site or subject'’s importance to the history of College Station - photographs - dates of events related to the structure/site or subject - locations in the city related to the structure/site or subject - sources from which you obtained your information - collected oral histories, or any interesting stories associated with the nomination. The purpose of the documentation is toshould provide an accurate, thorough, and lasting record of the history behind the subject of the proposed markernominationhistorical marker, and it is important that this be as complete as possible. Once Submit the completed application is completed it will need to be submitted with all supporting documents to the Historic Preservation Committee for approvalreview. To mail application: To drop off application: Historic Preservation Committee c/o Historic Records Coordinator P.O. Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77842 Municipal Court Building 300 Krenek Tap Road College Station, Texas 77842 Historic Records Coordinator's Office Monday through Friday, 8 am- 5 pm. Once the completed application is received by tTthe submitted application is reviewed by the The Historic Records Coordinator processes the application is then logged in the system and forwardedforwards it to the to the Staff Liaison for the Historic Preservation Committee for review. The Staff Liaison scans and emails the packet to the Historic Preservation Committee and places on the agenda for consideration. After tThe Historic Preservation Committee considers reviews the application, the applicant will be notified of the final decision. and either approves, denies, or requests additional information in order to be considered at a later meeting. If approved, the Staff Liaison orders the Marker, and prepares a letter from the Historic Preservation Committee chair informing the applicant of approval and when to expect the Marker. If denied, the Staff Liaison prepares a letter from the Historic Preservation Committee chair informing the applicant of the denial and why. If more information is requested, the Historic Records Coordinator will provide the necessary research to the Historic 3 Preservation Committee at a later meeting. All applicants will be notified by the committee as soon as a decision is made. If approved, the information submitted will be preserved in the city archives for the future, and to act as a lasting resource for information on why the marker was deemed eligible. Once approvedAfter approval, the Staff Liaison will schedule with the City Secretary the Historic Marker presentation by the Historic Preservation Committee to will normally schedule a presentation of the proposed marker at a the applicant at a regularly scheduled City Council meeting. Please be aware that College Station Historical Markers are for historical interest and educational purposes, and obtaining a marker will not affectimpose a legal impediment on, in any way,affect your ability to alter or add improvements to your property or property or structure in compliance with city regulations. In light of this,However, should the City determine the structure/site or structure no longer meets the criteria for which it received historical designationfuture developments compromise the appropriateness of a marker, the College Station Historic Preservation Committee may recommend that the historical designation be retracted. reserves the right to retract a marker previously granted. (See Structure Criteria, Item 5.) Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas Once Approved.... Upon approval of a marker application for a structure (home or building), payment for the plaque will be required. The fee for the home or building plaque which you affix to your structure is $255 and prices are subject to change as vendor costs rise. Once payment is received, a date will be set for you to receive your plaque from the Mayor at a future monthly city council meeting. Your numbered plaque, which is made of cast aluminum and bears the likeness of one of the early College Station depots, can then be affixed to the front of your home or building, and is large enough to be easily visible from the street. Upon approval of a subject marker (event, topic, person, or object), arrangements should be made for the creation of the marker. The text for the marker will be written by a subcommittee of the Historic Preservation Committee. The final text must then be approved by the committee and any city officials that may need to be involved in order for markers to be placed on city property. Subject markers are also numbered and bear the likeness of the early College Station depot. These markers are available in both free-standing or attachable plaque form. The determination of whom should bear the cost of the marker and where the marker will be placed will be determined by the Historic Preservation Committee. Structure/Site Marker e Criteria …. A home structure or site must be fifty years old or older, ANDand meet one of the following requirements: a. Have historical significance to the University or to the community OR b. Have architectural significance. Any house or other structure or site over fifty years old and meeting one of the above criteria is eligible for consideration. Structures that are rResidences, businesses, andor non-profit organizations (including churches) fit within this category. Any site determined to have historical significance fits within this category. Every house moved from the Texas A&M University campus automatically qualifies for a marker and designation as a historical house. Approval for a structure/site marker will be based on several areas of significance: 1. Historical Significance: A structure/site which has been the site of significant events, or which has hosted the life and labors of important community personalities, whether or not it is of significant architectural importance. Was the structure/site associated with an event or a person important to the local scene? 2. Architectural Significance: A structure which is an excellent example of a certain architectural style at a certain time. Is the structure a good example of College Station's architectural style at a given period? Does it display unique architectural details from that period? Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas 3. Intrinsic Significance: A structure that was designed or constructed by an important architect or builder, or that utilizes a local building material or product. Was it designed by an important local architect, or built by an important local builder? Did the brick, wood, or windows, etc., come from local sources? Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas 4. Social Significance: A structure/site that demonstrates a particular lifestyle in College Station, the A&M community, or Texas. Does the structure/site show a characteristic way in which people lived in this area in the past? Information you would want tothat should be included in you rthe documentation: would be: o the name of the architect and the builder (if known), o a description of the building materials used, and o the year built. and o Any any interesting stories associated with the structure/site are also welcome. Preservation and Maintenance: The structure must be preserved and maintained in accordance with its historic character. If alterations to the historic structure impact its historic character, then the Historic Preservation Committee may review and rescind retract the historical designation. The marker will remain with the structure, regardless of change in ownership. Upon approval of a marker application for a structure/site (home or building), a non-refundable fee for the marker will be required. The current fee for the marker can be obtained from the offices of the City Parks and Recreation Department. Once payment is received, a date will be set for a presentation of the marker at a city council meeting. Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas Subject Marker Criteria.... A nominationAn application for a subject marker should meet one or more of the following criteria: l. Enterprise: Must have been in operation at least 20 years although it may have ceased current operations. This will include commercial enterprises, churches, public buildings (city hall, school buildings, cemeteries), and non-profit organizations. 2. Persons: Must have been deceased at least 20 years, and must be demonstrated to have played a significant part in the development of some aspect of the Ccity's history, including, but not limited to education, government, business, religion, cultural institutions, ethnic or civic leadership, or other aspects of the community that make that person stand out as an historic figure. 3. Events: Must have occurred at least 20 years ago. Events slated for historical designation with a marker must be shown to have a lasting impact on the community, or to have been significant in some way to the community beyond trivial interest. 2. Objects: Objects can be justified as worthy of marker designation if they in some way contribute to the goals of historic preservation and the promotion of historic interests in the city. An example might be a trolley car that once served the Interurban Railway between College Station and Bryan. Objects that are historic but that do not have intrinsic value to the city's history, are generally not deemed eligible. To be considered, an object must be at least fifty years old, relevant to the city's history, and reasonably permanent to the site. 3.4. Topics: The topic must date back at least fifty 20 years, and can commemorate a number of historic concerns for the Ccity. Examples might cover such topics as Aggie Muster, Bonfire, or the old Zoo, social, political, ethnic, or religious congregations, clubs, neighborhoods, business districts, early activities, early settlers, Native American presence in the area, etc. The primary criteria for granting a topical marker would be that the topic has played a meaningful part to members of the community in the city's past or present. Upon approval of a marker application for a subject marker, (person, event, or topic), arrangements should be made for the creation of the marker.a non-refundable fee for the marker will be required. The current fee for the marker can be obtained from the offices of the City Parks and Recreation Department. Once payment is received, a date will be set for a presentation of the marker at a city council meeting. the text of the marker will be determined by tThe Historic Preservation Committee. The determination of whom should bear the cost of the marker and will determine where the marker will be placed will be determined by the Historic Preservation Committee. Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas The City may on occasion in its sole discretion determine that the historical significance to the community at large is such that the City may justify expending public funds to purchase the historical marker. Retraction of a Designated Historical Marker In the event that a designated historical structure is demolished or destroyed, or if it undergoes significant redesign in appearance, or in the event that circumstances are such that the historical significance of a subject marker is compromised, then the City may remove the historical designation and remove the supporting materials from the City’s archives. In this case, it is requested that the historical marker be returned to the City of College Station. Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas If you have a subject or structure which you feel is important enough to warrant historical designation, but does not meet certain criteria, please contact the committee. The subject may be significant enough that approval could be granted regardless.Contact Information If you have any questions or need help completing your application, please contact: Historic Records Administrator Coordinator City Staff Liaison College Station Historic Preservation Committee Office: 979-764-3491 Email: HeritageProgram@cstx.gov To mail application: Historic Preservation Committee c/o Historic Records AdministratorCoordinator Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77842 To drop off application: Historic Records CoordinatorAdministrator's Office Municipal Court Building 300 Krenek Tap Road College Station, Texas 77842 Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas Again, thank you for your interest, and good luck Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas College Station Historical Marker Application Revised August 20142019 APPLICANT'S NAME: _______ __________________________________________________________ ADDRESS: _ CITY, STATE, ZIP: PHONE:___________________________________________________________________ E-MAIL:____________________________________ I. this This marker nomination application is for a: A. STRUCTURE MARKER Structure is a: ___________________________________ (Home/Building) If a home, was it formerly located on campus?_________________ (Yes/No) Address of structure:___________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Owner's Name, Current Mailing Address, Phone Number & Email address: ________________________________________________________________ ( 979)___________________________________________________________ B. SUBJECT MARKER Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas This nomination is for: (Enterprise/Person/Event/Topic/Person/Object) The title of this subject is______________________________________________________ Is the proposed marker to be placed on public or private property?________________ Address where marker will be placed:_______________________________________ Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas II. Describe the significance of this nomination proposed historical marker with as much detail as possible: Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas You may attach additional pages for your narrative, if needed. Be sure to attach supporting documentation to this form. Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas IVIII. Supporting Documentation Please attach the following information. A. Alterations List any known changes or modifications made to the property throughout its history. B. Prominent Historical Figures List any prominent historical figures associated with the property. C. Property Ownership List all known owners of the property. Include original owner and subsequent owners. D. Tenant History List all known tenants of the property throughout its history. E. Narrative History Attach a narrative explanation of the chronological and historical development of the property. F. Drawings • Provide a sketch of the current site plan. Include the proposed location of the historical marker plaque. • Provide a sketch map indicating the nominated property and any related sites. G. Photographs Historic • Provide at least one historic photograph of the property. Current • Provide at least one current photograph of the property illustrating in its surrounding context. For example, photograph the streetscape in which the building is included. • Provide at least one photograph of each side of the building. H. Additional Information Provide any additional information that supports the application. This may include architectural drawings, letters, oral histories, newspaper/ magazine articles, etc. I. References Attach a list of the books, articles, and other sources used in preparing this form. The College Station Historic Preservation Committee requests that structure all plaques markers are be mounted on the front facade of the approved building within thirty (30) days of receipt. The marker will remain with the structure regardless of change in ownership. Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas Retraction of a Designated Historical Marker In the event that a designated historical structure is demolished or destroyed, or if it undergoes significant redesign in appearance, then it is requested that the historical marker be returned to the City of College Station. Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee , City of College Station, Texas City of College Station Historical Marker Packet Revised October 2019 Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee , City of College Station, Texas Table of Contents Guidelines 1 The Marker Process 2 Structure Marker Criteria 3 Subject Marker Criteria 5 Contact Information 6 College Station Historical Marker Application, general 7 College Station Historical Marker Application, details 8 Retraction of a Designated Historical Marker 9 College Station Historical Marker Application, supporting documentation 9 1 City of College Station Historical Marker Guidelines Revised 2019 Thank you for your interest in the College Station Historical Marker Program! This program is a project of the College Station Historic Preservation Committee. The Committee created this program to recognize sites, persons, objects, events, or buildings which are significant to the history of College Station, yet do not meet the criteria for historical marker designation at the State or Federal level. The Historic Preservation Committee requires that certain criteria be met to receive approval for a College Station Historical Marker. Applications for markers may be submitted in either of two categories: structure/site or subject. The following information provides you the criteria to aid in the marker application process. The purpose of this program is to identify and preserve as much information as possible about the history of our city for future generations. 2 The Marker Process.... Applications may be submitted for a structure/site (home, building, site) or a subject (business, event, topic, person). An application detailing the significance of the structure/site or subject should provide supporting documentation, including such things as: - a narrative of the structure/site or subject’s importance to the history of College Station - photographs - dates of events related to the structure/site or subject - locations in the city related to the structure/site or subject - sources from which you obtained your information - collected oral histories, or any interesting stories associated with the nomination. The documentation should provide an accurate, thorough, and lasting record of the history behind the subject of the proposed historical marker Submit the completed application with supporting documents to the Historic Preservation Committee for review. To mail application: To drop off application: Historic Preservation Committee c/o Historic Records Coordinator P.O. Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77842 Municipal Court Building 300 Krenek Tap Road College Station, Texas 77842 Historic Records Coordinator's Office Monday through Friday, 8 am- 5 pm. The submitted application is reviewed by the Historic Preservation Committee After the Historic Preservation Committee reviews the application, the applicant will be notified of the final decision. If approved, the information submitted will be preserved in the city archives. After approval, the Historic Preservation Committee will schedule a presentation of the proposed marker at a City Council meeting. Please be aware that College Station Historical Markers are for historical interest and educational purposes, and obtaining a marker will not affect your ability to alter or add improvements to your property or structure in compliance with city regulations. However, should the City determine the structure/site or structure no longer meets the criteria for which it received historical designation, the College Station Historic Preservation Committee may recommend that the historical designation be retracted. Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas -3- Structure/Site Marker Criteria …. A structure or site must be fifty years old or older and meet one of the following requirements: a. Have historical significance to the University or to the community b. Have architectural significance. Any structure or site over fifty years old and meeting one of the above criteria is eligible for consideration. Structures that are residences, businesses, or non-profit organizations (including churches) fit within this category. Any site determined to have historical significance fits within this category. Every house moved from the Texas A&M University campus automatically qualifies for a marker and designation as a historical house. Approval for a structure/site marker will be based on several areas of significance: 1. Historical Significance: A structure/site which has been the site of significant events, or which has hosted the life and labors of important community personalities, whether or not it is of significant architectural importance. Was the structure /site associated with an event or a person important to the local scene? 2. Architectural Significance: A structure which is an excellent example of a certain architectural style at a certain time. Is the structure a good example of College Station's architectural style at a given period? Does it display unique architectural details from that period? 3. Intrinsic Significance: A structure that was designed or constructed by an important architect or builder, or that utilizes a local building material or product. Was it designed by an important local architect, or built by an important local builder? Did the brick, wood, or windows, etc., come from local sources? 4. Social Significance: A structure/site that demonstrates a particular lifestyle in College Station, the A&M community, or Texas. Does the structure/site show a characteristic way in which people lived in this area in the past? Information that should be included in the documentation: o the name of the architect and the builder (if known), o a description of the building materials used o the year built and o any interesting stories associated with the structure/site Preservation and Maintenance: The structure must be preserved and maintained in accordance with its historic character. If alterations to the historic structure impact its historic character, then the Historic Preservation Committee may review and retract the historical designation. Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas -4- Upon approval of a marker application for a structure/site, a non-refundable fee for the marker will be required. The current fee for the marker can be obtained from the offices of the City Parks and Recreation Department. Once payment is received, a date will be set for a presentation of the marker at a city council meeting. Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas -5- Historical Marker Guidelines, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas -6- Subject Marker Criteria.... An application for a subject marker should meet one or more of the following criteria: l. Enterprise: Must have been in operation at least 20 years although it may have ceased current operations. This will include commercial enterprises, cemeteries, and non-profit organizations. 2. Person: Must have been deceased at least 20 years, and must be demonstrated to have played a significant part in the development of some aspect of the City's history, including, but not limited to education, government, business, religion, cultural institutions, ethnic or civic leadership, or other aspects of the community that make that person stand out as an historic figure. 3. Event: Must have occurred at least 20 years ago. Events slated for historical designation with a marker must be shown to have a lasting impact on the community, or to have been significant in some way to the community beyond trivial interest. 4. Topic: The topic must date back at least 20 years and can commemorate a number of historic concerns for the City. Examples might cover such topics as Aggie Muster, Bonfire, or the old Zoo, social, political, ethnic, or religious congregations, clubs, neighborhoods, business districts, early activities, early settlers, Native American presence in the area, etc. The primary criteria for granting a topical marker would be that the topic has played a meaningful part to members of the community in the city's past or present. Upon approval of a marker application for a subject, a non-refundable fee for the marker will be required. The current fee for the marker can be obtained from the offices of the City Parks and Recreation Department. Once payment is received, a date will be set for a presentation of the marker at a city council meeting. The Historic Preservation Committee will determine where the marker will be placed. The City may on occasion in its sole discretion determine that the historical significance to the community at large is such that the City may justify expending public funds to purchase the historical marker. Retraction of a Designated Historical Marker In the event that a designated historical structure is demolished or destroyed, or if it undergoes significant redesign in appearance, or in the event that circumstances are such that the historical significance of a subject marker is compromised, then the City may remove the historical designation and remove the supporting materials from the City’s archives. In this case, it is requested that the historical marker be returned to the City of College Station. Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas - 7 - Contact Information If you have any questions or need help completing your application, please contact: Historic Records Administrator City Staff Liaison College Station Historic Preservation Committee Office: 979-764-3491 Email: HeritageProgram@cstx.gov To mail application: Historic Preservation Committee c/o Historic Records Administrator Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77842 To drop off application: Historic Records Administrator's Office Municipal Court Building 300 Krenek Tap Road College Station, Texas 77842 Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas - 8 - College Station Historical Marker Application Revised 2019 APPLICANT'S NAME: __________________________________________________________ ADDRESS: _ CITY, STATE, ZIP: PHONE:___________________________________________________________________ EMAIL:____________________________________ I. This application is for a: A. STRUCTURE MARKER Structure is a:___________________________________ (Home/Building) If a home, was it formerly located on campus?_________________ (Yes/No) Address of structure:___________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Owner's Name, Current Mailing Address, Phone Number & Email address: ________________________________________________________________ B. SUBJECT MARKER This nomination is for: (Enterprise/Person/Event/Topic) The title of this subject is______________________________________________________ Is the proposed marker to be placed on public or private property?________________ Address where marker will be placed:_______________________________________ Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas - 9 - II. Describe the significance of this proposed historical marker with as much detail as possible: You may attach additional pages for your narrative, if needed. Be sure to attach Historical Marker Application, Historic Preservation Committee, City of College Station, Texas - 10 - supporting documentation to this form. III. Supporting Documentation Please attach the following information. A. Alterations List any known changes or modifications made to the property throughout its history. B. Prominent Historical Figures List any prominent historical figures associated with the property. C. Property Ownership List all known owners of the property. Include original owner and subsequent owners. D. Tenant History List all known tenants of the property throughout its history. E. Narrative History Attach a narrative explanation of the chronological and historical development of the property. F. Drawings • Provide a sketch of the current site plan. Include the proposed location of the historical marker. • Provide a sketch map indicating the nominated property and any related sites. G. Photographs • Provide at least one historic photograph of the property. • Provide at least one current photograph of the property illustrating in its surrounding context. For example, photograph the streetscape in which the building is included. • Provide at least one photograph of each side of the building. H. Additional Information Provide any additional information that supports the application. This may include architectural drawings, letters, oral histories, newspaper/ magazine articles, etc. I. References Attach a list of the books, articles, and other sources used in preparing this form. The College Station Historic Preservation Committee requests that structure markers be mounted on the front facade of the approved building within thirty (30) days of receipt. The marker will remain with the structure regardless of change in ownership. 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