EIGHT HUNDRED AND FIFTY EIGHTH MEETING

TUESDAY – MARCH 21, 2023– 6:00 P.M. - REGULAR

AGENDA

*This meeting was conducted virtually through Zoom*

Convened: 6:00 P.M.                                       Adjourned 6:18 P.M.

Commissioners Present:                                 Staff Present:                                               

Margie McCeney                                             Monta Burrough, Deputy Director, ECD        

Marlene Frazier                                                Brooke Quillen, HDC Coordinator, ECD

Gayle Snyder                                                   Sydney Woodland, Admin. Assistant, ECD         

Mary Eileen Leszcz                                         Emily Cline-Gibson, Planner I, ECD           

Patrick Davis                                                   Josh Mitchum, Planner II, ECD

Gregory Sweitzer                                             Darnell Butler, Communications

Councilmember Kole

Commissioners Absent: Zero (0)

Citizens Present:  Five (5)

            Chairwoman McCeney called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and asked for a roll call. Six (6) Commissioners answered present, constituting a quorum. Chairwoman McCeney then read the Opening Statement.

Councilmember Kole joined the meeting.

Chairwoman McCeney asked if there were any corrections to the Minutes from the Regular HDC meeting held on January 17, 2023. There were none.

On a motion by Ms. Frazier seconded by Mr. Sweitzer, the minutes were approved on (4) four affirmative votes, with Mr. Davis, Ms. Leszcz and Ms. Snyder abstaining.

Chairwoman McCeney asked if there were any corrections to the Minutes from the Regular HDC meeting held on February 21, 2023. There were none.

On a motion by Ms. Snyder seconded by Ms. Leszcz, the minutes were approved on (4) four affirmative votes, with Councilmember Kole, Mr. Sweitzer and Mr. Davis abstaining.

HDC-2023-0080 for 932 Montgomery Street, submitted by Philip Cromwell, Applicant is seeking approval to replace front porch decking from wood to composite and repaint with similar color; NewTechWood Westiminster Gray.

The applicant was present. The Commission asked the applicant if he was going to paint the new material and the applicant stated “No” because that would not be appropriate.

On a motion by Councilmember Kole seconded by Mr. Sweitzer, the application was approved on (7) seven affirmative votes.

HDC-2023-0083 for 200 Main Street, submitted by Jocelyn Zelaya, Applicant is seeking approval to print install new signage for florist shop in white, pink, yellow and green colors.

The applicant was present. The Commission stated they really liked the design of the sign and welcomed the new business to the City.

On a motion by Ms. Snyder, seconded by Mr. Davis, the application was approved on (7) seven affirmative votes.

HDC-2023-0085 for 333 Laurel Avenue, submitted by James and Anita Munno, Applicant is seeking approval to remove two (2) Juniper Trees in front yard. Trees are damaging historic wall and have damaged front walkway. Applicant will plant new dogwood trees on property.

The applicant was present.

On a motion by Councilmember Kole, seconded by Ms. Frazier, the application was approved on (7) seven affirmative votes.

HDC-2023-0086 for 512 Main Street, submitted by Emily Pindell, Applicant is seeking approval to install a new black awning with Pretty Pups business logo in white, black and pink colors.

The applicant was present. The Commission asked the applicant if they were going to offer boarding as well, the applicant stated “No”. The Commission welcomed the new business to the City.

On a motion by Mr. Sweitzer, seconded by Councilmember Kole, the application was approved on (7) seven affirmative votes.

Staff Approvals:

There was no discussion on the following staff approvals.

HDC-2023-0079 for 109 Main Street, submitted by Robert Kluckhuhn, the applicant is seeking approval to repaint house and repair/repaint porch matching existing colors: Serious Gray SW 6256 and Gray Screen SW 7071.

HDC-2023-0081 for 333 Laurel Avenue, submitted by James and Anita Munno, the applicant is seeking approval to remove dead spruce tree located in front yard requested by BGE. It was recommended by staff the owner plants a new tree on property.

HDC-2023-0087 for 319 Main Street, submitted by Robb. J. Cecil, the applicant is seeking approval to remove dead Mulberry tree located in the parking lot within Tolson Alley and B Street. A letter from tree specialist was included. It was recommended by staff the owner plants a new tree on property.

HDC-2023-0082 for 512 Main Street, submitted by Nadol Hishmeh, the applicant is seeking approval to repaint exterior of building soffits, trim and siding. Will be using Sherman Williams Antique white (matches Ashbury Cream), Iron Ore (matches Rowhouse Grey) and Dorian Gray (matches Broderick Street). All colors match pre-approved color list.

 HDC-2023-0092 for 419 Prince George Street, submitted by Scott Dustin, the applicant is seeking approval to replace current door with Anderson 4000 Series Full View Aluminum Storm Door. Will remain white with full view mirror.

Minutes Approved:  Brooke Quillen                         Date:  4/18/23