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YAKIMA
HISTORIC
PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
CITY OF YAKIMA
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Minutes for Meeting of June 28, 2017
Call to Order
Commission Chair Storrs called the meeting to order at approximately 5:34 P.M.
II. Roll Call
Present: Molly Storrs, Nancy Kenmotsu, Nancy Rayner, Leslie Wahl,
Joe Mann, Karl Pasten
Absent: Whitney Storr (excused)
Quorum: Quorum present
Staff: Historic Preservation Liaison Joseph Calhoun
III. Approval of May 24, 2017 Minutes
The meeting minutes from May 24, 2017 were presented for discussion. A
motion was made by Ms. Rayner to approve as submitted, Mr. Mann seconded.
Motion carried.
IV. New Business
A. Yakima Trolley Presentation
Mr. Pasten introduced members of the Yakima Historical Society and volunteers
who gave a presentation on the ongoing Yakima Trolley fundraising and
operation efforts. Joan Walsh was the first to speak. Ms. Walsh introduced
several articles about the trolley since 2005. Many of the challenges present then
are still here today. Ms. Walsh is a volunteer member and has presented
fundraiser opportunities to the trolley board and is working with them to provide
additional funding sources. One of Ms. Walsh's goals is to expand and enhance
the trolley museum. Mr. Paul Schafer was the second presenter and he
discussed some additional history about the importance of the trolley to get fruit
to market and the revisionary clause for the line that ran through the Congdon
property. As a teacher, Mr. Schafer took students for trolley rides. Of the some
45 miles of trolley tracks, only about 4 miles remain.
Commission Members 1
Molly Storrs • Whitney Stohr • Nancy Kenmotsu • Karl Pasten • Leslie Wahl • Cynthia Hall
Ms. Kenmotsu noted that the Historic Preservation Commission has always
supported, and will continue to support, funding efforts of the trolley board. Mr.
Pasten noted that one of the recommendations from a past downtown
revitalization study included expansion of the trolley. Mr. Mann stated that
citizens can provide a great push to garner support. Perhaps a run could be
installed from the Convention Center to Front Street along SSGT. Pendleton
Way. Ms. Storrs discussed the importance of continuing engagement.
B. Draft BOCC Letter
Mr. Calhoun presented the draft letter to the Board of County Commissioners
regarding funding from RCW 36.22.170 for the Historic Preservation
Commission's annual work program. Ms. Kenmotsu motioned that the letter be
approved and moved through the necessary process to submit. Mr. Mann
seconded. Motion carried. Mr. Mann stated the letter should be sent annually.
Ms. Rayner noted that when specific projects are identified a new letter should be
sent. A request was made for staff to look into how much money could be
generated by the recording fee.
V. Old Business
A. Farmer's Market July 9
The next Farmer's Market date is July 9.
B. Saturday Soapbox
Ms. Kenmotsu is drafting a Saturday Soapbox article.
C. Fruit Row Update
Nothing new to report from Mr. Pechtel. Ms. Rayner stated that George is still
trying to pursue funding sources.
VI. Other Business
A. General Discussion of other items not on the agenda
Mr. Calhoun presented the commemoration received from the National Historic
Preservation Act for its 50th anniversary.
Ms. Kenmotsu talked about the MAPP state videos that were created for the 50th
Anniversary. Each state created its own video. The Washington video was
finished in late 2016 and can be found at http://preservation50.org/mapp/
B. Outgoing Commissioners Mann and Rayner
Ms. Rayner stated she enjoyed her time on the commission, and was one of the
original commissioners when formed. She will continue to help. Mr. Mann stated
the commission is moving in positive direction and is grateful for the integration
into the comp plan effort. Commissioners expressed their thanks in working with
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Molly Storrs • Whitney Stohr • Nancy Kenmotsu • Karl Pasten • Leslie Wahl • Cynthia Hall
both outgoing commissioners. Mr. Calhoun presented thank you certificates to
Ms. Rayner and Mr. Mann.
VII. Citizen Participation
Mr. Schafer asked about the National Register — about 20-30 homes are on the
register, including the Trolley. The Yakima Valley Historical Society will be 100 years
old this year. In January of 1918 Yakima will be 100 years old — the incorporation of
1886 was North Yakima.
Ms. Walsh presented Mr. Mann with a Trolley dvd.
VIII. Adjournment
Ms. Rayner motioned to adjourn the meeting, Mr. Mann seconded. The meeting
adjourned at approximately 6:40 p.m. to the next scheduled meeting which will be
held on Wednesday, July 26, 2017, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.
Prepared, Respectfully Submitted By:
Joseph Calhoun
Planning Manager
Historic Preservation Liaison
Commission Members 3
Molly Storrs • Whitney Stohr • Nancy Kenmotsu • Karl Pasten • Leslie Wahl • Cynthia Hall