HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-09-01 Historical Commission MinutesSept. 1, 1998 R
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Reading Historical Commission Meeting
Attending: Virginia Adams l , + Y € 18 10- 2
Louise Sandberg
Wilbar Hoxie
William and Janet McElhiney
Clay Jones
Daniel Sulls
Bradley Fuller
David T.Fitzpatric4
David O'Sullivan
Les and Cheryl Sidelinker
Called to order: 7:35.
1. William and Janet McElhiney came to explain their need to
move part of their stone wall in order to facilitate the expansion of
their home at 140 Walnut St. Virginia felt we needed to make our
decision this evening in order-to allow the property owners to
proceed with their plans. She has prepared a letter for CPDC to
make them aware of our concerns. All members have viewed the
site. Col. Hoxie suggested that the plans provide a cross section to
show the foundation (18 inch gravel), The commission approved
the plans for the stone wall and the issuance of the letter, 4-0-0.
2. Walnut Street plans. Blueprints were examined. The
residents have concerns about the kinds of sidewalks and the stone
walls. The visiting residents are inclined to have grass sidewalks
and walls made of existing old stone. Virginia suggested drafting a
letter to CPDC including our recommendations that would include
grass sidewalks and sloping granite curb. The city shcould also
investigate the depth, of the wall to see if a new wallis needed.. N a
wall is needed, it should. match the style and materials already
existing on the street (dry lading). Approved: 4-0-0
3. Foster-Emerson House. Les and Cheryl Sidelinker attended to
update us on their progress. The house became their property the
first week of August. The have started to dismantle the house.
The rear wall of the lean to was badly rotted. This area has been
removed. The house is moving September 15 and going directly
onto the lot. The foundation will be poured shortly thereafter.
4. Paid Redstone Camera bill of $32.43.
5. Commentary FY budget narrative for the Historical
Commission
6. Water tower is apparently in very bad shape. City engineer
feels that it must come down. Demolition delay hearing? It may
be condemned by the town before it comes to us.
7. Preservation program-antiques roadshow by a Mr. Kaminski.
Money maker for the Antiquarian Society or Reading Friends of
Historic Preservation? Or do it coatis as a public service?
Roberta, Louise, and Virginia will look into it for October.
8. 319 Haverhill St. will have an open house at the end of
October. The commission would still line to get a private tour and
a chance to make measurements.
9. Fire fighter wants to get an old engine which is up in Maine.
He would like our help. Clay will write the letter and pubheize it.
10. Eagle Scout wants to make a project out of our inventory.
11. Lobs Pound Mill.
12. adjourped 11:15
13. A ended and approved Louise Sandberg