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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAppointment to the Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board Commission Memorandum REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission FROM: Aimee Kissel, Deputy City Clerk/Advisory Board Coordinator Stacy Ulmen CMC, City Clerk SUBJECT: Appointment to the Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board MEETING DATE: February 13, 2012 MEETING TYPE: Action RECOMMENDATION: Appoint one new member to the Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board. Recommended Motion: I move to appoint [one new member] to the Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board. BACKGROUND: This board currently has one vacancy for an at-large representative and two new applicants. The Historic Preservation Advisory Board unanimously agreed that both candidates have strong credentials, are enthusiastic about the topic, and would make excellent board members. Since they currently have only one open slot on the Board, they recommend that Jessie Nunn be appointed to that position. Jessie was the earlier of the two applicants, has a strong set of credentials, and has attended the last two board meetings as an interested public citizen. Since the terms of several board members are scheduled to end on June 30, it is very likely that an additional open seat on the board will soon be available, and they recommend that Nicole Becker be appointed at that time. The Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board was created under Chapter 2.80 of the Bozeman Municipal Code. This chapter is designed as a measure to establish a local historic preservation program designed to promote the preservation of historic and prehistoric sites, structures, objects, buildings, and historic districts by addressing historic preservation issues at the local level and integrating them into local, state, and federal planning and decision-making processes. The historic preservation program includes identification, evaluation, and protection of historic resources within the city (Ordinance No. 1180, Section 2, 1985). The Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board shall serve in an advisory capacity to the City Commission, City-County Planning Board, Zoning Commission, and other staff members or 101 boards seeking advice on historic preservation issues (Ordinance No. 1454, Section 2, 1998; Ordinance No. 1180, Section 3, 1985). Members are appointed to staggered two-year terms. It is to be comprised of up to fifteen members: (1) Three or four professional members with professional expertise in the disciplines of history, planning, archaeology, architecture, architecture history, historic archaeology, or other history preservation-related disciplines, such as cultural geography or cultural anthropology, provided, however, that at least one member shall be an architect holding Montana or NCARB registration; (2) Two to four members from historic districts; (3) One member from the Main Street commercial district, who "shall operate a business or own property in the neighborhood described as Main Street"; (4) Four to six at-large representatives. Residence within the City shall not be a prerequisite for professional members or at-large representatives. This board is considered advisory, although it is generally responsible for overseeing the operation of the Historic Preservation Office. This board currently has one vacancy for an at-large representative and two new applicants. New Applicants seeking Appointment: Nicole Becker Jessie Nunn Attachment: Board Applications 102 Date: 03/01/2012 Which Board or Commission are you applying for?: Historic Preservation Advisory Board Are you a new applicant or are you applying for another term.: New Applicant Enter your first name: Nicole Enter your last name: Becker Email Address: Physical Address: Bozeman, MT 59715 Length of time in the Bozeman area: 5 years Do you live in the city limits? (Depending on the board this may or may not be required.): Yes Occupation: Freelance Graphic Designer / Student Employer: Self Employed / Johns Hopkins University Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?: No If so, where and how long?: 0 Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences: I have a keen interest in historic architecture and building design. In August of 2012, I will complete my Masters degree in Museum Studies with Johns Hopkins University. This program of study provides me with a firm base in historic preservation knowledge, an understanding of historic architecture, as well as many contacts in the historic preservation field. I have been involved with the construction industry through a past relationship for over 6 years, and I am passionate about preserving the integrity of Bozeman's historic districts. Please list a reference and a contact phone or email: Dave Kinsey, dkinsey@montana.edu List a 2nd reference with contact phone or email: Lisa Verwys, lisa.verwys@montana.edu What representative position are you applying for?: Board Member at Large The Bozeman City Charter voted in by the citizens of Bozeman in 2008 requires yearly ethics training. If appointed, do you understand you will be expected to take online and in person ethics trainings?: Yes Is there any other information you feel may be relevant to your application?: no How did you hear about this board or vacancy?: Lisa Verwys Form inserted: 3/1/2012 1:46:36 PM 103 Date: 03/07/2012 Which Board or Commission are you applying for?: Historic Preservation Advisory Board (BHPAB) Are you a new applicant or are you applying for another term.: New applicant Enter your first name: Jessie Enter your last name: Nunn Email Address: j Physical Address: Bozeman, MT 59715 Phone Numbers: Length of time in the Bozeman area: 6 months Do you live in the city limits? (Depending on the board this may or may not be required.): No Occupation: Historic Preservation Consultant / Volunteer Employer: Self-Employed / Nebraska State Historical Society Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?: No Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences: I have a M.A. in American Studies with a concentration in Historic Preservation. I have also worked as full-time historic preservation professional for three years with the State of Nebraska. Prior to graduate school, I worked as an Archives Clerk at the University of Montana. Please list a reference and a contact phone or email: Bob Puschendorf List a 2nd reference with contact phone or email: Mary Humstone What representative position are you applying for?: At-large The Bozeman City Charter voted in by the citizens of Bozeman in 2008 requires yearly ethics training. If appointed, do you understand you will be expected to take online and in person ethics trainings?: Yes Is there any other information you feel may be relevant to your application?: I am very interested in becoming an active member of the Bozeman community. How did you hear about this board or vacancy?: From the Board Chairman and this the City of Bozeman website. 104