Lombard Historical Commission

Village Hall Village of Lombard 255 East Wilson Ave. Lombard, IL 60148 villageoflombard.org Minutes Lombard Historical 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 Leslie Sulla - Ex-Officio Member Village Liaison - Tami Urish Monday, October 6, 2014 12:00 PM Village Hall - Community Room LOCAL LANDMARK COMMITTEE Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance Meeting was called to order at 12:03 pm by Eileen Mueller. Eileen Mueller led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call Present 3 - Jack Jones, Eileen Mueller, and Jennifer Henaghan Absent 1 - Marcy Novak Also present: Rita Schneider, Commission Chairperson; Tami Urish, Planner I and Serge Ruffolo, Western Remac Inc. Approval of Minutes The minutes of the July 15, 2014 meeting were approved by Jennifer Henaghan with no changes. The motion was seconded by Jack Jones. All were in favor, the motion passed. Planner's Report Unfinished Business 130270 Chicago, Aurora and Elgin Railroad/ Prairie Path Discussion relative to Commemorative Signage. Rita Schneider stated that Marcy Novak was not able to attend the meeting and that Ms. Schneider would give an update on her progress Village of Lombard Page 1 Lombard Historical Commission Minutes October 6, 2014 on the signage data gathering. Ms. Schneider distributed copies of the narrative that Ms. Novak has created for each sign. Ms. Novak was not able to secure copyright permission from Larry Plachno to reproduce the selected photos in his books. Serge Ruffolo reviewed with the committee the type of sign they were interested in and items to include: 1. Graffiti film. 2. Two photos minimum per sign would be desirable in an eps (best) or jpeg file format. If a volunteer with the Historical Society has the equipment to scan the photos in the highest resolution possible would have the best results. 1 mb is good, 2 kb is not good enough. 3. 3’x2’ size with double post and slanted (45 degrees, not table like). 4. The Village of Lombard’s logo and Illinois Prairie Path’s logo can be included but no business logos or advertising is permitted. 5. An example with dimensions and design of one of the signs would be needed to apply for a permit with DuPage County. 6. Last’s year estimate was $600 per sign. 7. Creating a template for all four signs is key for an overall cohesive appearance. Jack Jones suggested distributing the narrative more evenly between the four signs. A press release could be released to the Lombardian and other newspapers in addition to Facebook and Twitter to solicit photos from the public that could be used for the signs. Ms. Schneider said she would call Joe and Larry about the photo transmittal. 130213 Local Landmark Survey Discussion relative to updating the inventory of local landmarks. The committee discussed the concerns and protocol for the survey results by the consultant, Douglas Gilbert to be accessible on the website. The survey will be discussed further at the Historic Survey working group meeting on October 9, 2014 and the Historical Commission meeting on October 21, 2014. New Business The committee discussed the historical significance of Lilacia Park and that it is one of the only plans of Jens Jenson executed and on public display. A Lombard resident approached a Historical Commissioner to assist in the drafting of an application for the National Register of Historic Places. Village of Lombard Page 2 Lombard Historical Commission Minutes October 6, 2014 Adjournment On a motion by Jack Jones and seconded by Eileen Mueller, the meeting was adjourned at 2:42 pm. Village of Lombard Page 3