Lombard Historic Preservation Commission

Village Hall Village of Lombard 255 East Wilson Ave. Lombard, IL 60148 villageoflombard.org Minutes Lombard Historic Preservation Commission Rita Schneider, President Tom Fetters, Eileen Mueller, Brigitte O'Brien, Richard Anstee, Lyn Myers, Pat Poskocil, Jack Jones, Marcy Novak, Jennifer Henaghan and Stephanie Zabela Jennifer Henaghan - Ex-Officio Member Village Liaison - Tami Urish Tuesday, April 18, 2017 7:30 PM Lombard Village Hall - Community Room Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance Chairperson Schneider called the meeting to order at 7:31 p.m. Chairperson Schneider led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call Present 9 - Rita Schneider, Tom Fetters, Eileen Mueller, Brigitte O'Brien, Jennifer Henaghan, Lyn Myers, Patricia Poskocil, Marcy Novak, and Stephanie Zabela Absent 2 - Richard Anstee, and Jack Jones Also present: William J. Heniff, Director of Community Development and Tami Urish, Planner I, Staff Liaison. Approval of Minutes On a motion by Commissioner Poskocil, and seconded by Commissioner Myers, the minutes of the April 18, 2017 were approved with noted corrections. The motion passed by a unanimous vote. Public Participation There were no members of the public present. Chairman's Remarks Chairperson Schneider thanked Commissioner Myers and Sarah Richardt for their work on the new placards that accompany each of Village of Lombard Page 1 Lombard Historic Preservation Minutes April 18, 2017 Commission the prints on display in the Community Room. Also, Commissioner Myers is the author of a new column in the Telegraph, the Historical Society’s quarterly newsletter. The topic in her current article was the difference between the Historical Society and the Historic Preservation Commission. Chairperson Schneider announced that she had received the resignation of two Commissioners, Richard Anstee and Jack Jones. Suggested replacements are welcome from other Commissioners and posting through the Village was discussed. Mr. Heniff stated that other Commissions and Committees have openings and the Village will coordinate a comprehensive outreach. Commissioner Schneider asked staff if it would be possible to be assigned a Village Board liaison. Mr. Heniff responded that he will look into an arrangement. Commissioner Schneider distributed a draft agenda for the meeting being hosted for Illinois Landmarks on May 13, 2017. Commissioner Schneider stated that she invited Mr. Heniff to the meeting in order to discuss the McKee House. The house located at 889 W. St. Charles Road is on the Landmarks Illinois List of Endangered Buildings and is identified in the latest Village of Lombard Architectural and Historical Survey. The Commissioners discussed the topic covering the location, the boundary agreement with the Village of Glen Ellyn and the proposed fundraising effort on the part of a Glen Ellyn group. Reports A. Local Landmarks - Eileen Mueller Commissioner Mueller reported that the recognition of the Illinois Prairie Path signs will be Friday, April 28th at 10 a.m. at the Main Street location. Commissioner Mueller reported that the recognition for local landmark plaque for 128-132 W. St. Charles Road will be May 3rd at 10 a.m. B. Finance - Richard Anstee Chairperson Schneider stated that she plans to communicate with Ms. Heabel to coordinate items until a new chairperson for this committee is installed. Village of Lombard Page 2 Lombard Historic Preservation Minutes April 18, 2017 Commission C. Personnel - Pat Poskocil Commissioner Poskocil reported that the personnel are performing optimally. D. Ex-Officio Report - Jennifer Henaghan Commissioner Henaghan reported that the Historical Society is holding a raffle and tickets are now on sale for the capital campaign which includes the Peck House foundation repairs. The Education Coordinator has resigned for a different opportunity. Linda Dixon was hired for the position and started on March 28, 2017. New fences have been installed at both the Victorian Cottage and the Peck House. Commissioner Henaghan stated that she will be resigning as the Historical Society President and from the LHS Board of Management. E. Lombard Cemetery - Tom Fetters Commissioner Fetters reported that the cemetery cleanup is scheduled for May 13, 2017. F. National Register Work for Sheldon Peck Homestead No report. G. Heritage Award - Lyn Myers No report. H. Historical Survey, 2016 Chairperson Schneider requested that all the Commissioners review the draft survey that was included in their packets last week. The Commissioners discussed ways in which the survey could be searchable and user friendly. Planner's Report None. Village of Lombard Page 3 Lombard Historic Preservation Minutes April 18, 2017 Commission Unfinished Business None. New Business None. Adjournment On a motion by Commissioner Poskocil and seconded by Commissioner Henaghan, and all were in favor, the meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m. Village of Lombard Page 4