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Motion was made by Ben Vaughan, seconded by Pike Burkhart, to send all structures to the Building and Standards Commission for demolition since they cannot be rehabilitated nor do they have significant historical value. Motion carried 7-0. 5. Discussion of and possib/e action on recommending amendments to the Historic Preservation Ordinance pertaining to exterior property maintenance of all buildings and the permitted uses of vacant buildings within the historic districts. Lisa Wright explained why this is necessary. Pike Burkhart stated that the information provided to them is on the right track. Several commissioners stated they were not ready to discuss this item yet. Motion was made by Ann Rogers, seconded by Paul Denney, to table. Motion carried 7-0. 6. Discussion of and possib/e action on recommending amendments to the Historic Preservation Ordinance to allow for administrative approval of various items. Arvin Starrett stated he is hesitant to act on this until the design guidelines have been completed. Motion was made by Pike Burkhart, seconded by Nancy Partridge, to table until the guidelines are completed. Motion carried 7-0. 8. Discussion of and possible action on the definition of inechanical screens/screening as it re/afes to historic properties; separating its inclusion in the Design Guidelines from those items pertaining to fencing or re/ated structures. Arvin Starrett stated that we need a definition of inechanical screening to separate it from the fencing ordinance. Screening HVAC units is an example of what we might need to address. Paul Denney stated that it is an absolute must to make a distinction with more stringent fresh air requirements. Arvin Starrett said we may have set precedent in the Nielson property by allowing space for air. Arvin Starrett further stated mechanical equipment screens shall not be considered fencing, and should be considered by commissioners on a case by case basis. Arvin Starrett asked Lisa to come back to the next meeting with a section on fencing and mechanical screening. 7. Consideration of and possib/e action on requesting the assistance of ArchiTexas to p/an the hisforically accurate and architecturally feasib/e restoration of the exterior facade of The Grand Theafer. Arvin Starrett stated that the Downtown Merchants Association is avid in its feelings to start fund- raising efforts for The Grand. Their focus is for the outside only, and he said he had multiple concerns about the structure in general. Mr. Starrett further stated he is concerned that people won't give twice when additional funds are needed to complete the inside. Motion was made by Pike Burkhart, seconded by Nancy Partridge, to approve requesting assistance, with the requirement that no work can commence on the interior or remainder of the exterior of the building until a multi-phase plan is completed. Motion carried 7-0. Lisa Wright advised the Commission that, should ArchiTexas bid too much, she would seek other bids. 9. Request items for future agendas. There were none. 10. Meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m. U(),',," 2