HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-6593 amending Resolution No. 6157 which established the Cultural Heritage Committee (CHC) and Resolution No. 6253 which adopted CHC bylawsRESOLUTION NO.6 5 9 3 (1989 Series)
AN RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO AMENDING
RESOLUTION NO. 6157 WHICH ESTABLISHED THE CULTURAL HERITAGE
COMMITTEE (CHC) AND RESOLUTION NO. 6253 WHICH ADOPTED CHC BYLAWS
WHEREAS, in October 1988 the City Council amended the Advisory Body Handbook and.
requested that all city commissions and committees submit amendments to pertinent
ordinances or bylaws needed to achieve consistency with the new handbook; and
WHEREAS, on February 2, 1989, the Cultural Heritage Committee reviewed its bylaws and
resolution that created it, and forwarded recommendations to the City Council.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo as
follows:
SECTION 1. Amendments to Resolution # 6157, as shown on attached Exhibit "A"
incorporated herein by reference, are hereby approved.
SECTION 2. Amendments to Resolution # 6253 (CHC bylaws), as shown on attached
Exhibit "B" incorporated herein by reference, are hereby approved.
On motion of 'Vice—Mayor Pinard, seconded by Councilmember Rappa,, and
the following role call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Pinard, Rappa and Mayor Dunin
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmembers Reiss and Settle
the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 2 1 day of March
1989.
Mayor Ron Dunin
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RESOLUTION NO. 6157 (1987 Series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
DEFINING HISTORICAL PRESERVATION GOALS AND ESTABLISHING THE
CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE AS A CONTINUING SPECIAL PURPOSE
ADVISORY BODY.
WHEREAS, The Cultural Heritage Committee (CHC) was created in 1981 as a temporary
committee to complete an inventory of community historical resources and oversee the
development of a Historical Preservation Program; and
WHEREAS, the CHC completed an initial inventory of the community's historical,
architectural and cultural resources in 1983; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted resolution 5197 (1983 series) that establishes an
official listing of historical resources; and
WHEREAS, the CHC, Planning Commission, Architectural Review Commission, City Council,
city staff and the public have evaluated numerous alternatives for establishing a.
Historical Preservation Program; and
WHEREAS, on October 7, 1986 the City Council adopted Resolution 6097 which
established preservation program guidelines and directed staff to prepare ordinances and
other materials needed to establish a preservation program; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to establish the CHC as a continuing special purpose
advisory body to help administer the program; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to set forth the goals of the. city's historical
preservation program.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo as
follows:
Section I: Intent of Historical Preservation, It is in the public interest to
protect and preserve historical, architectural, and cultural resources including
monuments, sites, objects, structures, buildings and other designated areas.
Section 2: Historical Preservation Goals. The city's Historical Preservation
Program should:
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A. Foster civic and neighborhood pride and a sense of identity based on the
recognition and use of Historical Resources;
B. Promote the enjoyment and use of Historical Resources appropriate for the
education and recreation of the people of the city;
C. Encourage public knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the city's past;
D. Safeguard the heritage of the city by providing for the preservation of Historical
Resources which represent significant elements of its history.
E. Protect property values and increase economic and financial benefits to the city
and its inhabitants;
F. Protect and enhance the city's attractions to residents and visitors;
G. Encourage architectural styles within. Historical Preservation Districts which
reflect established architectural traditions.
H, Conserve valuable materials and energy resources by continuing to use and maintain
existing buildings.
Section 3 Cultural Heritage. Committee «'HC) The CHC is hereby established as a
continuing special purpose advisory body.
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A. Membership. The CHC shall have+- members. The members of the CHC shall include
a person knowledgeable in local history, a person with training or experience in
structural rehabilitation, and a person with knowledge of architecture.
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The membership shall include one city resident from each of the three Historical
Preservation Districts created by Ordinance No. 1086 (1987 Series).
B. Terms. The terms of committee members shall be 0 ears. Terms *F i!::ce
C. Functions and Duties The CHC will:
(1) Collect, consolidate and make available information about Historical Resources
and Historical Resource Sites and promote, participate in, or sponsor education and
interpretive programs.
(2) Provide advice and guidance for the restoration, alteration, decoration,
landscaping or maintenance of Historical Resources or properties within Historical
Preservation Districts.
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(3) Review the Inventory of Historical Resources and recommend to the City Council
any amendments.
(4) Assist property owners with the preparation of National Register applications for
for Historical Resource Sites.
(5) Help to administer benefit programs approved by the City Council that are
directed at preserving Historical Resources or resources within Historical
Preservation Districts.
(6) Publish and maintain Historical Preservation Program Guidelines which present (a)
benefit programs sponsored by the city; (b) procedures for adding properties to the
Inventory of Historical Resources or for establishing a Historical District; and
(c) other information concerning historical preservation.
(7) Review actions proposed by public agencies and provide information. on how such
actions may affect designated or eligible properties within or adjacent to Historical
Districts.
(8) Cooperate with local, state, and federal agencies in the pursuit of historical
preservation.
(9) Function within the guidelines and policies of the Advisory Bodies Handbook and
perform other duties as assigned by the City Council.
Section 4: Definitions. The following words an_ d phrases shall have the following
meaning:
(l) Historical Preservation District Any area which has been so designated under
Chapter 17.54 (Zoning Regulations)..
(2) Historical Resource or Historical Resource Site Any improvements, buildings,
sites, areas or objects of scientific, aesthetic, educational, cultural,
architectural or historical significance that have been designated by resolution of
the Council and included in the Inventory of Historical Resources.
Historical Resources or Historical Resource Sites are classified as follows.
Priority #l: Already placed on the National Register.
Priority 02: Determined eligible for the National Register.
Priority 03: Eligible for the National Register.
Priority #4: Potentially eligible for the National Register.
Priority #5: Not eligible for the National Register but significant at a local
level.
(3) Inventory of Historical Resources All properties listed by address in the
Completion Report (approved by City Council Resolution No. 5197, 1983 Series) and any
other properties subsequently added to this listing by resolution of the City
Council.
Section 5 Resolution No. 4660 (1981 Series), that established the temporary
Cultural Heritage Committee, is hereby rescinded.
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On motion of Councilwoman Doyey , seconded by Councilman Settle, and on the
following role call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Dovey, Settle and Mayor Pro -Tem Griffin
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Dunin
the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 3rd day of February ,
1 987.
Mayor Pro —Tem Robert
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Ci y Clerk Pamela ges
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On motion of Councilwoman Doyey , seconded by Councilman Settle, and on the
following role call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Dovey, Settle and Mayor Pro -Tem Griffin
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Dunin
the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 3rd day of February ,
1 987.
Mayor Pro —Tem Robert
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CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE BYLAWS
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ARTICLE 1. PURPOSE BYLAWS
The Cultural Heritage Committee promotes the preservation of architectural,
archaeological, historical and cultural resources in San Luis Obispo by:
A. Helping the public pursue cultural resource preservation projects.
B. Sponsoring educational programs and research which improves our understanding of
the community's history and archaeology.
C. On request, commenting on the effects of public and private actions on community
cultural resources.
D. Helping with the administration of city- sponsored benefit programs.
ARTICLE 2. COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The functioning of the Cultural Heritage Committee and all of its actions and decisions
shall be in compliance with provisions of the Advisory Body Handbook and with provisions
of City Council Resolution 6+59 (t99�3eries}
(1989 Series).
ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP
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A. The CHC will have a3auow members appointed by the City Council. Membership of the
committee shall include a person knowledgeable in local history, a person with training
or experience in structural rehabilitation, and a person with knowledge of architecture.
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B. The committee shall include one city resident from each of the three Historicalt
Preservation Districts created by. Ordinance No 1086 (1987 Series).
ARTICLE 4. TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
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A. Members shall be appointed by the City Council for ewe -year terms and may be
reappointed for not more than vo consecutive full terms totaling eight years.
ARTICLE S. OFFICERS
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A. A ChairpersonAVice- Chairperson end- 6eersiery shall be elected by the committee at
its first meeting in April for one -year terms. No person may serve in the office of
chairperson or vice chairperson for more than two consecutive terms.
B. The Chairperson shall preside overall all committee meetings, vote on all matters,
appoint all subcommittees, call special meetings, and submit an annual report and budget
to the committee for approval and presentation to the City Council.
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D. The Vice - Chairperson shall serve in the absence or incapacity of the chairperson
and perform such other duties as requested by the chair.
ARTICLE 6. MEETINGS
A. The committee shall hold a regular meeting each month. All meetings shall be
open to the public and shall be held at specified time and place with public notice
provided as required by California law.
B. A quorum shall consist of a majority of the sealed members.
C. All actions of the committee shall be decided by a majority vote or consensus of the
quorum directed through the Chairperson.
D. Minutes of each meeting shall be forwarded to the City Council and be available as a
Public record.
E. The Chairperson or any three members of the committee may call a special meeting
Provided that all public notice requirements are met.
F. All committee meetings shall be conducted according
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Order, New y Revised.
G. All members present must vote, except when a member declares a conflict of interest.
Any member declaring a conflict of interest shall not vote on or participate in any
related deliberations or actions of the committee.
ARTICLE 7. ABSENCES AND RESIGNATIONS
A. If a member fails to attend three consecutive regular meetings or a total of six
regular meetings within any twelve months, the member shall automatically be considered
for replacement. The chairperson of the committee shall inform the Council of such a
situation and explain any special circumstances.
B. Committee members are responsible for notifying the Chairperson or the Secretary in
advance when an absence is anticipated.
C. If a member needs to resign from the committee, the member shall immediately direct a
letter to the City Council with copies forwarded to the committee chairperson and City
Clerk.
ARTICLE g. SUBCOMMITTEES
A. Subcommittees shall be appointed, as needed, by the Chairperson. Subcommittees may
include non - committee members who shall have no voting power.
ARTICLE 9. AMENDMENTS
Bylaw amendments shall be submitted for Council approval by an affirmative vote of the
members present at a regular meeting of the committee, provided that such amendments
shall have been discussed by the Commission on the agenda of at least two meetings prior
to the vote. The members shall receive the proposed amendments at least ten day prior to
the first reading.
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