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Historic Preservation Commission February 8, 2023 Page 3 The Commission reviewed photos of the shed in question, and the new site plan of the property. They determined there was no historical significance on the shed. A motion to approve this item was made by Commissioner Holtman and seconded by Commissioner Coyle. Motion carried, 6 ayes -0 nays 10. Discuss and make recommendation for increase in Fagade Grant amount. The commission agreed to appoint a sub -committee. The sub -committee will review the existing facade grants applications and requirements for process improvement and updating the current fonns. They will then make a recommendation on an increase amount and requirements as additional budgeted funds allocated by City Council. Chairman Dux agreed to serve on the committee, and Cheri Bedford would recruit commissioners for availability. Councilwoman Knox, Maureen Hammond of the PEDC Executive Director, and Paul Allen, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, a realtor and contractor were all suggested to attend the discussion to hear about the incentives offered in the Historic District. 11. Appointment a subcommittee for the Imagine the Possibilities tours May 13. Cheri Bedford registered the City of Paris for the Image the Possibilities Tour marketing with the Texas Historic Commission and is waiting to hear from them on approval. She is looking for Commission representation to assist in planning with the other partners, the Lamar County Historic Commission and Harrison Walker and Harper to put on an event. Chairman Dux and Laura Caffey were appointed as a sub -committee. 12. Coordinators Report: Cheri Bedford gave an update on the Minor Certificates approved in house. The updated included information on the repairing of stained glass windows on the First Baptist Church, and the removal of the metal slip cover at 136 Clarksville (fornier restaurant). She is meeting with new property owner 4 N. Plaza to discuss his future plans. Cheri and Andrew have met with the Elder John Flowers, the pastor of the Hospitality Church of God in Christ at the church building about his church hosting a public meeting for the Pine Bluff Fitzhugh Historic District designation on April 27"' at 5:30 p.m. Plans for a video presentation, a walking tour, and information on incentives and schedule of next steps to the designation of the district will be presented. Cheri will meet with Nancy Klein, who will be bringing some research by the late Louise Hagood for the Pine Bluff Fitzhugh neighborhood in its earlier years. 13. Future Agenda Items: