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The Historic Preservation Commission meeting was called to order by Arvin Starrett, Chairman. A. The following members were present: Arvin Starrett, Chairman Ann Rogers Paul Denney Susan Scholz Nancy Partridge Ben Vaughan, Alternate Jerry Raper, Alternate The following members were absent: Pike Burkhart, Vice Chairman Sharron Nabors B. Also present was Lisa A. Wright, Historic Preservation Officer. 2. Consideration of and action on the following Certificate of Appropriateness: A. 120 E. Kaufman/135 1st Street S.E. - City of Paris -Todd Varner stated that the City Manager had asked him to present security issues to the Commission because we are having issues with vandalism in the parking lot. The current mercury vapor lights are not bright enough for cameras to pick up activities, so we would like to replace with low pressure sodium lights that are more efficient. The second issue is to install a fence along the alley with a small fence on the east side of dumpster and a fence running north and south between the buildings to secure the generator and to stop pedestrian traffic, with a gate to access the generator. Fencing materials will consistof clearcedarwith a flat top. Paul Denney stated that the fence looks good and he would approve that; however, he has a problem with wall pack light fixtures. They're blinding, and there are better alternatives than shooting light at cars. Todd Varner stated LPS lights have anorange/yellow tint that is not that blinding. We will have two lower watt lights instead of one really bright one. Arvin Starrett stated that he had researched across the country regarding security lights and most districts forbade LPS lights or anything else where the light is visible. He further stated he personally preferred to light the lots with the same lights that surround the Plaza. The City should lead by example, and he said he didn't feel comfortable approving the source of lighting or the container presented, and it shouldn't be attached to a historic building. He stated the City should disguise the light source. Paul Denney added that wall packets are actually counter-productive.