Call to Order: Chairman Frank Cannella called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M.

Roll Call: Present were: Commissioners Joe Busch, Peter Giralamo, Tom Stelling and Chairman Frank Cannella. Absent and excused: Commissioners Susan Kott, Al Schvetz and Judy Stone. Also present were Francesca Bumpurs of RCEDC and Pat Scherrer, Building Inspector for the City of Burlington.

Citizen's Comments: None

Approval of September 25, 2003 Minutes: Chairman Cannella entertained a motion for approval of the September 25, 2003 Minutes. Commissioner Busch motioned for approval, seconded by Commissioner Giralamo. There was no further discussion, all voted aye and the motion carried.

Mr. Imeri was present to answer questions regarding previous correspondence sign lettering, which had been installed and was not HPC appropriate. The Commissioners discussed various serif lettering that would be HPC appropriate. Mr. Imeri could purchase one letter and bring a sample to Chairman Cannella's office and a Response Team would verify the lettering for appropriateness.

Chairman Cannella explained to Mr. Imeri that the HPC Commission works hard to keep everyone informed that prior to any work being performed on any façade, with the exception of the roof (unless decorative), needs HPC approval before any work can begin.

He also informed Mr. Imeri grant monies were available up to 50%, maximum of $250.00 for his sign, and necessary forms could be obtained from the Building Inspection Department at City Hall.

After some discussion, Commissioner Busch motioned to table Mr. Imeri's Sign Permit Application based on a Response Team Visit. Seconded by Commissioner Stelling. There was no further discussion. All voted aye and the motion carried.

Ms. Girolamo presented her Façade Improvement Grant Application for her project at 129 East Chestnut Street. Commissioner Girolamo was present, but not voting. Total amount presented for sign, materials and permit were $50.00. After some discussion, Commissioner Stelling motioned to recommend approval. Seconded by Commissioner Busch. All voted aye, with Commissioner Giralamo abstaining, and the motion carried. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Commissioners Busch, Stelling and Chairman Cannella.

There was no representation from Vazcom. Pat Scherrer, Building Inspector stated he had gone to the

business and talked to Kim. He informed her of the October HPC Meeting and she indicated she would attend.

After some discussion, Chairman Cannella suggested that the right facing window only with the Nextel logo could be approved. He also instructed Francesa Bumpurs of RCEDC to send a letter to the owner of 588 North Pine Street, asking for clarification on other signs. Pat Scherrer, Building Inspector will check the left side window for sign ordinance compliance.

Commissioner Stelling motioned to recommend approval of the Sign Permit Application for Vazcom Communications only for the Nextel logo on the right side. Seconded by Commissioner Busch. There was no further discussion and the motion carried.

Mr. Skryzynecki was present for his Sign Permit Application. Mr. Skryzynecki stated there was miscommunication between Pat Scherrer and himself regarding signage that would be allowed.

After much discussion, Commissioner Bush motioned to recommend approval for Mr. Skrzynecki's Sign Permit Application with the Corporate Logo as presented, with the change to serif fonts for the telephone number. There was then further discussion regarding the sign, and Mr. Skrzynecki stated it was also for 105 W. Chestnut, which was not on the application. Commissioner Busch then withdrew his motion.

Chairman Cannella suggested to Mr. Skryzneck putting both addresses on new applications and present them at the November HPC Meeting. Chairman Cannella also informed Mr. Skryzneck he could apply for two Grant Applications for one sign for each of the buildings.

Clarification of this was made and Commissioner Busch then motioned to table Mr. Skryzneck's Sign Permit Application until the November HPC Meeting. Seconded by Commissioner Stelling. All voted unanimously aye and the motion carried.

Ms. Wilkomm and Ms. LeClaire were requesting an amendment to their Certificate of Appropriateness Application. The request was an amendment for three separate awnings (two over each window and one over the door). The original approval was for wrap-around awnings.

Chairman Cannella stated the separate awnings were more historically appropriate for the design of the building. Commissioner Busch motioned to recommend amending the Certificate of Appropriateness Application for Kelly Wilkomm and Linda LeClaire. Seconded by Commissioner Giralamo. There was no further discussion. All voted aye and the motion carried.

The door installed was not the door that was presented and approved. Francesca Bumpurs of RCEDC had sent Mr. Holland a letter, but had received no response. There was discussion regarding ownership of the building. Francesca Bumpurs of RCEDC will check the original application and Pat Scherrer, Building Inspector will contact the owner of the building.

This is for American General Finance. Leave on listing.

Recommended at this evenings meeting to amend original Certificate of Appropriateness Application.

Not completed.

Not completed.

Not completed.

Completed. However, there are still banners on windows. Pat Scherrer, Building Inspector to check on area coverage of the banners as they pertain to the City of Burlington Sign Ordinance.

Commissioner Stelling stated that State approval had been received.

Still in progress.

Completed. May have to put chains to secure sign on building.

• HPC Grant Funding #1: Total Disbursed: $187,696.12

• HPC Grant Funding #2: $33,000.00

• Total Improvement Amount Proposed: $21,024.85

• Grant Amounts Approved for Funding: $8,435.13

• Applications Pending: $25.00

• Balance Remaining from second Grant: $24,539.87

(Includes pending applications)

The Commissioners discussed the possibility of special grant programs and obtaining monies from outside sources. Chairman Cannella felt this had been discussed previously. Deb Rintamaki will check past HPC Minutes for any discussion regarding other grant possibilities.

Commissioner Busch brought up for discussion of for sale and for rent signs in the HPC District. Chairman Cannella stated HPC does have control over such signs. It was determined that there were such signs currently in the HPC District that may not be HPC appropriate. Francesca Bumpurs of RCEDC will send a letter to the owner of 326 N. Pine Street who has placed a large permanent for rent sign over the door of the building.

Commissioner Giralamo stated the picture of newspaper boxes (he presented at previous meetings) was from Elmhurst, Illinois. He also indicated the boxes were paid through TIF funds. Chairman Cannella informed the Commissioners that this would not be possible through the City of Burlington as the TIF is closed. He also reminded the Commissioners that the HPC recommended the EDC look into the subject of newspaper boxes.

With no further items for discussion, Commissioner Busch motioned for adjournment. Seconded by Commissioner Stelling. Chairman Cannella adjourned the meeting at 7:30 P.M.

Respectfully submitted by:

Deb Rintamaki

Department of Public Works