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member desires to discuss and consider separately any item appearing on the consent agenda, that Commission member may do so by requesting that the item be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item.] 5. Discussion of and possible action regarding the following structures considered by code inspectors to be in violation of Article III of Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Paris, Paris, Texas, entitled "Substandard and Dangerous Buildings and Structures," to determine whether such buildings or structures can be rehabilitated and designated on the National Register of Historic Places, as a recorded Texas Historic Landmark, or as historic property as designated by the City Council of the City of Paris. Code Enforcement recommends demolition or repair of the following structures: A. 1160 NE 20th B. 445 SE 42nd C. 2031 Culbertson D. 1938 Culbertson E. 910 Woodlawn F. 503 Brown G. 533 Parr Ave H. 1362 W Franklin I. 410 Clarksville St. (recommended for repair). Chair Vaughan introduced the item and called Mr. Talley. Commissioner Glatfelter asked how long repairs would take and what repairs were needed at 410 Clarksville St. Mr. Talley answered that the subject property needed some roof and structural repairs, that combustible materials within the building were afire hazard and needed to be removed, and that the building was vacant and needed to be locked and secured. He then explained that the Building and Standards Commission could allow 90 days for the needed repairs, and could allow additional time if sufficient progress is made. Chair Vaughan then asked if the subject property was outside of the historic district, which Mr. Talley affirmed that it was outside the historic district. Vice Chair Cox asked if the property at 410 Clarksville St. was a commercial building, and Mr. Sleeper answered that it was located in a Commercial zoning district. Commissioner Stewart asked if the building was for sale, and Mr. Talley answered that it was and that the repair orders would apply to the new owner if the property is sold. Motion was made by Vice Chair Cox and seconded by Commissioner Glatfelter to approve the item as submitted. The motion carried 4 -0. 6. Consideration and possible action to establish a mural committee Chair Vaughan introduced the item and explained that five people had been invited to participate in a committee to develop criteria for murals and that only two people had responded. He then acknowledged one of the invitees, Barbara Wilson, who was in the audience, and thanked her for being willing to participate. The commission then discussed and decided to eliminate the mural committee due to lack of participation. No action was taken. 7. Future Agenda Item 2