HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-01-26 Historical Commission MinutesJanuary 26, 1999
Reading Historical commission.
Attending:
Virginia Adams
Clay Jones
Wilbar Hoxie
Mark Cardono
David O'Sullivan
Roberta Sullivan
1. Called to order 7:40. Minutes of Jan. 5 were approved as amended.
2. The Gilson album has been returned to Jean Baxter in Lexington by Virginia.
3. No changes in the treasurer's report. Roberta wants us to apply for a grant to
get a new computer. It is a Dell computer costing around $1300 and would be
purchased through the town. Knowledgeable members of the commission feel that
the computer offered would be a good option that would be adequate for about 5
years. The option of scanner and other items should be left to later. David thinks we
should be included in the loop in town planning to get new technologies as the town
does. Roberta made a motion to apply to the Preservation trust for up to $2500 for a
computer and additional periferrrals. 5-0-0
4. Louise reported on the 1854 map. NEDCC wants to know if we want the map
retouched. the commission agreed. The frame will need to be routed on the back in
order for the map to be reinserted.
5. Thanks to Dottie Allen of Sudbury for the photo of the house at 379 Haverhill St.
The photo appeared in the chronicle today.
6. Vote to renew membership in HMI, 5-0-0
7. David reported on the visit to Mass Historical concerning the downtown
streetscape. Mass. Historical felt we were in better shape than many with the attempt
to keep the loss to a minimum. We requested information on the experiences of other
towns. The idea of three lanes is still a possibility. David talked to Frank Romeo of
Beta, Gates & Associates about the 3 lane option. Mr. Romeo will study that option.
David will pursue this.
8. Old house fair, Boston, 5 & 6 February. NARA 1999 genealogy series.
9. CPDC hearing on limiting agricultural use to a minimum of 5 acres. 1-3-1 voted
against the memorandum.
10. March 25th senior center for the historical commission round table.
Questionnaire has been sent out.
11. Foster-Emerson house: write up by David (attached to the minutes) Expert is
Jim Kyprionis. It appears the east side of the house was added on to the original one
room house.
12. Preservation award: RHC for the saving of the Foster-Emerson House.
13. 379 Haverhill St. codevelopers are Phelan and Zanni. Sean Cochrane and
Clay met at the house to write up an article for the Advocate. One person is interested
in the house. 20,000 sq. feet will go with the house.
14. 707 Pearl St. barn. Is it under the demolition delay by-law?
15. 21-37 Harnden St. David Barrett wants to tear down the entire block and build
a 4 story building.
16. Celebration Trust: Mark is looking into the responsibilities involved.
17. Name for parking lots. Industry names? Harnden Yard?
18. Next meeting: March 2, 1999
19. Adjourned: 10:01
20. Approved as amended,
May 4, 1999, by Louise Sandberg.
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