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COTTAGE GROVE ADVISORY COMMITTEE August 13, 2024
ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
TRAINING ROOM - 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of the Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes
1 June 11, 2024, ACHP Minutes
Staff Recommendation:
6. Open Forum
7. Action Items
1 Committee Logo Review
2 Cottage Grove Historic Landmark Nomination & Eligibility Form
8. Discussion Items
1 Preserve MN 2024 Conference
9. Project Updates
10. Historic, Inquiries, Articles, and Research Information
11. Committee Comments
12. Council Comments
13. Adjournment
MINUTES
CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
June 11, 2024
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Advisory Committee on Historic Preserva-
tion was duly held at Shepard Farm, 8946 70th Street South, Cottage Grove, Minnesota, on the 11th
day of June, 2024.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Reckinger called the meeting to order at 5:54 p.m.
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Herb Reckinger (Chair), Joseph Gall, Tony Brinkman, Linda Johnston,
Marie Sumstine
MEMBERS ABSENT: Jacob Grundhauser, Councilmember Dave Thiede
OTHERS PRESENT: Mike Mrosla, Senior Planner; Conner Jakes, Associate Planner
APROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Gall to approve the Agenda with no changes. Johnston seconded. The motion
passed unanimously 5-to-0.
APROVAL OF MINUTES
Brinkman stated the April 9, 2024 minutes should be amended to the correct number of voting
members and in attendance. Gall made a motion to approve the April 9, 2024 meeting minutes with
the requested changes. Brinkman seconded. The motion passed unanimously 5-to-0.
OPEN FORUM
No one spoke.
ACTION ITEMS
Onsite Tour Shepard Farm
Jakes stated Dodge Nature Center staff is available to give the ACHP members a tour of the facilities
and site.
Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation Minutes
June 11,2024
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Gall made a motion to tour the Shepard Farm facilities and site. Johnston seconded. The motion
passed unanimously 5-to-0.
Historical Markers Plaque Design Review
Jakes summarized the memo and requested the Committee go through each proposed plaque
design to ensure there are no errors. The ACHP reviewed the Atkinson Cemetery plaque and
.
ACHP requested that the second paragraph be revised to focus on broader information and not
specific to one person.
Committee requested the bottom image of the Cottage View Drive-In plaque be replaced to be
accurate to what was onsite. The Committee requested the image of the Shepard Farm plaque be
replaced to provide an aerial image or image that shows the size of the property. The Committee
reviewed the Cedarhurst plaque and requested the bottom image be changed to a photo of the main
ballroom; in addition, the Committee requested there be labels added to the image to describe the
photo. The Committee reviewed the Thompson Grove plaque and noted that there were five different
model homes, and requested the writing be revised. In addition, the Committee inquired to whether
the writing could mention the police station. The Committee had no comments on the Hill-Gibson
plaque. The motion passed to approve the plaque design with the requested revisions 5-to-0.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
There were none.
PROJECT UPDATES VERBAL UPDATES
CLG Grant for Historic Context Study
Jakes stated that the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) contacted staff with the
notification that the City has been awarded the CLG Grant. The grant award is in the amount of
$30,000 to produce a Historic Context Study on the Suburban Expansion Era (1945-1990). Jakes
stated work will begin shortly and that the ACHP will play a crucial role in the development of the
study.
Cottage Grove Historic Landmark Eligibility Form
Jakes stated that staff is working on creating a form to nominate historic properties to the City
Register of Historic Sites and Landmarks. The form will be presented for ACHP review at the next
meeting.
2024 Historic Preservationist of the Year Award
Jakes stated the 2024 Historic Preservationist of the Year Award was presented to Kathy DeMarre
and Cindy Yff at the May Council meeting. Kathy and Cindy were grateful for the award and look
forward to continuing to contribute to the historic research of the City.
Langdon Village SWCTC Informational Video
Jakes stated the SWCTC is working on creating a video that will focus on the history of the Langdon
Village area. The video is expected to be completed in fall 2024.
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June 11,2024
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HISTORIC INQUIRIES, ARTICLES, AND RESEARCH INFORMATION
Riverside Inn (Later Named White House Inn)
Jakes stated he was contacted by an individual working on their family heritage book. They inquired
where the Riverside Inn was located and if any information existing on the structure.
COUNCIL LIASON COMMENTS
There were none.
COMMITTEE COMMENTS
There were none.
STAFF COMMENTS
There were none.
ADJOURNMENT
Gall made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Johnston seconded. The motion passed unanimously
5-to-0, and the meeting was adjourned.
TO: Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
FROM: Conner Jakes, Planner
DATE: August 13, 2024
RE: Committee Logo Review
Discussion
among each committee and with the design standards that are in place. The ACHP logo was
last revised in approximately 2009 and has been used since. Staff is seeking
input on whether to adopt a new logo or to continue utilizing the existing logo. The proposed
options are included below, but staff is open to other ideas the Committee may have.
Proposed Logos
Current Logo
Recommendation
That the ACHP discuss the above logo options.
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HISTORIC
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TO: Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
FROM: Conner Jakes, Planner
DATE: August 13, 2024
RE: Cottage Grove Historic Landmark Nomination & Eligibility Form
Introduction/Background
Recently the Committee has expressed interest in nominating cultural resources
including, but not limited to, structures and properties to the City Register of Historic Sites
and Landmarks. In order to nominate a property to the City Register, a nomination
application and eligibility form are required to be completed. Staff has contacted multiple
cities for the information the various jurisdictions require in their application and eligibility
Discussion
Staff has produced two draft documents in order for a cultural resource to be nominated
to the City Register of Historic Sites and Landmarks. The two documents are:
- Cottage Grove Landmark Nomination Application
- Cottage Grove Historic Landmark Eligibility Form
The Nomination Application provides brief and general information on the nominated
resource as well as contact information for the parties involved with the resource (property
owner, location, preparer). This application is intended to be the general application
completed in conjunction with the Cottage Grove Landmark Nomination Application.
The Cottage Grove Landmark Eligibility Form is the detailed form to be completed with
each resource nominated to the City Register of Historic Sites and Landmarks. This form
requires information be gathered and submitted based on property history, designation
criteria, the evaluation of integrity, identification of historically significant features, and
other factors important to the listing of the property to the local register. This form will
firstly be reviewed by staff, and if necessary a consultant, for completion and compliance
with City Code standards as well as the Department of the Interior standards for a historic
property. Following that review, the form and application would be reviewed by the ACHP
to provide a recommendation to the City Council as to whether the property should be
listed in the City Register of Historic Sites and Landmarks.
Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
Cottage Grove Historic Landmark Nomination & Eligibility Form
August 13, 2024
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Recommendation
That the ACHP discuss and review the Cottage Grove Landmark Nomination Application
and the Cottage Grove Historic Landmark Eligibility Form and provide comments.
Attachments
Cottage Grove Landmark Nomination Application
Cottage Grove Historic Landmark Eligibility Form
Cottage GroveLandmark Nomination Application
A property owner, the ACHP, the Mayor or the City Council, may initiate landmark designation.Property owners, to initiate
landmark, shall submit an applicationincluding completed application form, any fee established by the City Council and a
professionally complete designation study based on objective evidence and research. Assigned city personnel is authorized
to reject any application deemed incomplete including for lack of adequate information and documented sources.
Location Information:
Address:
Property Name (historic and/or common):
Legal Description:
Explanation of Boundaries (for districts):
Property OwnerInformation:
Name:
Address:
Phone:Email:
Preparer Information:
Name:
Address:
Phone:Email:
Relationship to Owner:
Property Information:
Present ExistingDesignation
Category
StatusUse(if any)
TypeOwnership
BuildingOccupiedCommercial
PublicNational Register
StructureUnoccupiedResidential
Private
SiteInstitutional
ObjectOther:
District
Properties being considered for landmark designation will be found to have at least one (one or more)
of the following criteria (per City Code Title 2-2-3). Please indicate under which of the following criteria,
the property is significant.
(1)Its character, interest, or value as part of the development, heritage, or cultural characteristics
of the city, state or United States;
(2)Its associationwith a persons or events that have made a significant contribution to the cultural
heritage of the City;
(3)Its embodiment of distinguishing characteristics of architectural type or style, or elements of
design, detail materials, or craftsmanship;
Applicant (this will be the primary contact person):
Print Name:
Signature: ___________________________________ _________________________
Date
Phone: Email:
Property Owner:
Print Name:
___________________________________ _________________________
SignatureDate
Upon Submittal of complete information, material will be provided to the State Historic Preservation Office for
a required review. A public hearing in front of the ACHP will be scheduled. They will make a recommendation
to the City Council for landmark determination.
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City of Cottage GroveAdvisory Committee on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
TO: Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
FROM: Conner Jakes, Planner
DATE: August 13, 2024
RE: Preserve MN 2024 Conference
Introduction/Background
Each year the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) hosts a statewide
conference on preserving the history of Minnesota, including buildings, sites, structures, etc.
This year the conference will be held in Red Wing, MN from September 18-20. The conference
brings together city staff, historic preservation committee members, and city officials throughout
the state to learn and converse about the current state and future of historic preservation within
the state.
Discussion
The Minnesota SHPO is offering scholarships for members of a Historic Preservation
Commission to attend the 2024 Preserve MN Conference in Red Wing, MN from September 18-
20. The scholarship offered would fund the event registration and lodging expenses. The
scholarship grant must be matched by 30 percent of the total costs, although no cash match is
required. The match can be fulfilled through Committee Member volunteer time, which is
calculated at the federal volunteer rate for the state of Minnesota.
Recommendation
That the ACHP discuss whether any Committee Members are interested in attending the 2024
Preserve MN Conference and whether staff should pursue scholarship grant funding for the
interested members.
Attachments
MN SHPO Scholarship Notice to Attend Preserve Minnesota 2024
MEMORANDUM
DATE:July 29, 2024
TO:Certified Local Governments
FROM:Amy Spong, Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
SUBJECT:Scholarship Notice to Attend Preserve Minnesota 2024
The Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (MNSHPO) is pleased to offer scholarships to Certified
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Local Governments (CLGs) for the 44Annual Statewide Preserve Minnesota Conference to be held on
September 18-20, 2024in Red Wing.
As part of the annual CLG pass-through funding, Heritage Preservation Commissioners, city staff, and
city officialswith direct involvement in the HPC are invited to apply for a CLG grant for a scholarship to
assist in covering the cost of attending the conference. The conference includes a variety of educational
sessions, tours, and networking opportunities. More information about the conference is available at
the Preserve MN website.
Scholarship recipients must attend the conference on both Thursday and Friday.Scholarships can
cover registrationandlodging. Hotel expenses can be requested from cities located more than 50 miles
from Red Wing. Grants must be matched by 30% for total costs, although there is no cash match
required. Travel time and time attendingthe conference can be used as match. Scholarship recipients
are required to make their own registration, transportation and lodging arrangements.
Scholarships will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis until allfunds have been expended. Each
CLG may request scholarships for up to five participants.
Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Please note that the scholarships will be awarded to the CLG, to whom the reimbursement will be made.
Matching funds can come from the CLG as city funds, in-kind match, or costs borne by the attendee. Any
CLG under a cooperative agreement with the State Historic Preservation Office is eligible to submit an
application for a scholarship. Scholarship recipients must attend the conference on both Thursday and
Friday.
Source of Funding and Availability
Program in cooperation with the National Park Service. Under this program the Department of the
as pass-through funding to CLGs each year. Scholarships are available on a 70:30 matching ratio.
Scholarships will cover:
Registration (including opening reception and tours)
Lodging
The match requirement is 70:30, 70 percent federal and 30 percent local match. No cash is required
for the 30 percent match. Travel time and time attending the conference may be used as match.
CLGs may apply for a scholarship immediately by filling out the attached application and budget sheet
and emailing it to Michael Koop: michael.koop@state.mn.us.
As of July 2024, the following Minnesota communities have been certified and are eligible to apply for
funds:
Afton Edina Lake City Pipestone
Albert Lea Elk River Lanesboro Red Wing
Belview Excelsior Litchfield Saint Cloud
Carver Faribault Little Falls Saint Paul
Center City Farmington Mankato Saint Peter
Chaska Fergus Falls Maplewood Stillwater
Chatfield Florence Twp. Minneapolis Taylors Falls
Cottage Grove Gaylord New Ulm Wabasha
Dassel Hastings Newport Waseca
Duluth Henderson Northfield Winona
Eden Prairie Kenyon Otsego
This program receives Federal funds from the National Park Service. Regulations of the U.S.
Department of the Interior strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination in departmental Federally
assisted Programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, or disability. Any person who
believes he or she has been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility operated by a
recipient of Federal assistance should write to: Director, Equal Opportunity Program, U.S.
Department of the Interior, National Park Service, P.O. Box 37127, Washington, D.C. 20013-7127.