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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-26-16 CC Mtg - A6. DRB Appointments Commission Memorandum REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission FROM: Pearl Michalson, Deputy City Clerk Robin Crough, City Clerk SUBJECT: (Re) Appointments to the Design Review Board MEETING DATE: September 26, 2016 MEETING TYPE Action RECOMMENDED MOTIONS: I move to reappoint Lessa Racow to the Landscape Architect position on the Design Review Board with an updated term ending June 30, 2018. I move to appoint up to three applicants; Brady Ernst to the one termed out Architectural position on the Design Review Board with an updated term ending June 30, 2018, Peter Constanti to the vacant Architectural position with an updated term ending on June 30, 2017, and Kiersten Iwai to a non-professional position with an updated term ending June 30, 2018. BACKGROUND: The Design Review Board has four terms that expired June 30, 2016 and one vacant term that ends on June 30, 2017. One Architect position is currently vacant and two Architect positions have termed out with one existing board member reapplying. Additionally, we have two open non-professional vacant seats. There are three new applicants and one re- applying applicant. The Design Review Board was created under Section 18.62 of the Bozeman Municipal Code. Members are appointed to staggered two-year terms. The Board is charged with the design review of certain plans and proposals and should be comprised of six professional and two non- professional members. Professional members should be degreed in their respective disciplines and/or otherwise licensed or certified by their respective professional authorities. They shall include 4 Architects, 1 Architectural historian, 1 Landscape architect/designer, and 2 non-professional members. At least one of the professional members shall have a demonstrated expertise in urban design. The non-professional members shall have an interest in, or knowledge of, architecture, urban design, or historic preservation. No member shall serve as a member of the City Planning Board or the Zoning Commission concurrently. The Board is generally advisory to the City Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and the City Commission, although it does make the final decisions on some minor applications. 385 There are four expired terms, and one vacant seat with one reapplying member and three new applicants. Reapplying Applicants: New Applicants: Lessa Racow (Landscape Architect) Brady Ernst (Architect) Peter Constanti (Architect) Kiersten Iwai (Non-professional) ALTERNATIVES: As suggested by the City Commission. Attachment: Board Applications 386 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 300 Form inserted: 6/13/2016 5:40:19 PM Form updated: 6/13/2016 5:40:19 PM Name: Lessa Last Name: Racow Physical Address *: 1080 UPPER TOM BURKE RD P.O Box: City*: GALLATIN GATEWAY State*: MT Zip Code*: 59730 Primary Phone *: (406) 581-5599 Additional Phone: Email *: lessaracow@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Landscape Architect Employer *: inContour How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 6-10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Design Review Board City Limits *: no Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: yes If so, how long?: 2+ years If so, where ?: Design Review Board Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I currently sit on the design review board and would like to continue my service. Reference 1 *: Bill Rea billrea3@gmail.com 387 Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Mark Hufstetler pitamakan@mac.com Other Info: How did you hear about us?: current board member 388 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 301 Form inserted: 6/15/2016 3:57:33 PM Form updated: 6/15/2016 3:57:33 PM Name: Brady Last Name: Ernst Physical Address *: 205 N 8th Ave P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (406) 570-0530 Additional Phone: Email *: bradyernst@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Project Architect Employer *: Pearson Design Group How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 1-5 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Design Review Board City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no If so, how long?: If so, where ?: Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I received a Master’s Degree in Architecture from MSU in 2008. After graduation I moved to Anchorage, Alaska and worked for two different architecture firms. While in Alaska I witnessed the impact of poor, and inconsistent, design practices with the lack of a Design Review Board. While, originally, 389 seeming cost-effective to re-produce thoughtless designs without regard for community aesthetics - lack of thoughtful design actually degrades the buildings value, equity, and cheapens the surrounding community. Living in Alaska spurred my desire to become an advocate for quality design, and sustainable building practices - and I yearned to live in a community with a Design Review Board as well-regarded as Bozeman’s DRB. Fortunately, I relocating back to Bozeman in 2012 and recently became a licensed Architect in the State of Montana (#10947). Furthermore, I am extremely passionate about the built environment and write a nationally- recognized popular architecture blog, soapboxarchitect.com. Besides blogging, I currently am a Project Architect at Pearson Design Group and wish to positively impact the future development of the community I cherish. Thank you for your time and thoughtful consideration. Sincerely, Brady Ernst Reference 1 *: Larry Pearson Founding Principal, Pearson Design Group 406.587.1997 larry@pearsondesigngroup.com Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Laura Dornberger Architect - Locati Architects, Planning Board (Bozeman) 406.570.7496 laura@locatiarchitects.com Other Info: How did you hear about us?: bozeman.net (vacancy listed) 390 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 282 Form inserted: 2/26/2016 8:47:42 AM Form updated: 2/26/2016 8:47:42 AM Name: peter Last Name: costanti Physical Address *: 524 S Black Unit A P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59771 Primary Phone *: (406) 539-9243 Additional Phone: Email *: pete@mfgrdesigns.com Your current occupation *: Designer/Owner Employer *: MFGR Designs How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: >10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Design Review Board City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no If so, how long?: If so, where ?: Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I currently own and operate MFGR Designs here in Bozeman. I have five employees who design, fabricate and install residential houses, architectural steel work, furniture and landscapes. In 2009 I received my Master's of Architecture degree from Montana State University. I also ran a landscape 391 company for 7 years which helps to round out my diverse experiences and qualifications. I feel that because of my diverse scope of work that I would be a very well-rounded member of the board that can bring unique insight. I do not have my architectural license but foresee getting it in the next 5 years. Thank you for considering me. Reference 1 *: Richard Charlesworth 307.200.1769 rjcworth@me.com Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Linda Iverson 406.930.1682 lilandscape@mtintouch.net Other Info: How did you hear about us?: design review board meeting 392 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 303 Form inserted: 6/16/2016 9:50:45 PM Form updated: 6/16/2016 9:50:45 PM Name: Kiersten Last Name: Iwai Physical Address *: 229 1/2 N Broadway Ave P.O Box: 822 City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (415) 535-9177 Additional Phone: Email *: kh2o_ey@yahoo.com Your current occupation *: Organizer Employer *: Sierra Club How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 1-5 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Design Review Board City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: yes If so, how long?: 9 months If so, where ?: Forest Grove Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: Thank you for considering my application to the City of Bozeman’s Design Review Board. I have lived in Bozeman for just over two years, and absolutely love it. I am the organizing representative for the Sierra Club, an environmental non-profit, and will be starting the Masters of Public 393 Administration program at MSU in the fall. I received a Bachelors of Arts in Environmental Studies-Sustainable Design, with a minor in Politics Government. During this time I interned with a County in Oregon in their Current Planning department and with the City of Forest Grove’s Community Development Department as their Sustainability Intern. I sought out these experiences because of my strong interest in creating a vibrant and sustainable community through urban design and planning. I grew up in a suburb of San Diego, in an area that did not have a downtown and where the houses all looked the same. Currently, I live in the Northeast part of town. I am not only drawn to its close proximity to the vibrant Main Street, but also to its charming houses and friendly atmosphere. The neighborhoods in Bozeman have character, which is part of the reason why I love Bozeman so much. When Mark Hufstetler told me about the Design Review Board, I became instantly excited. The DRB provides an opportunity for work and me to be help shape the city I love and live in. I can provide a perspective of someone relatively new to the area, but also as a resident who is committed to Bozeman and its livability. Reference 1 *: Laura Hoehn hoehnlaura@gmail.com Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Mark Hufstetler pitamakan@mac.com (406) 587-9518 Other Info: How did you hear about us?: Current DRB member, Mark Hufstetler 394