Historic Properties Commission - Minutes - 04/12/2022

HISTORIC PROPERTIES COMMISSION
Minutes
Special Meeting
April 12, 2022
An April 12, 2022 Special Meeting of the Historic Properties Commission was called to order at
7:00 p.m. by Chairman, John O’Neill.
Present: Patrick Crotty, Robert Nye (alt.), John O’Neill, Eileen Olynciw, Debra Walters
Absent: Vivian Brooks
Also in attendance: Matt Tucker
Appointment of Alternates: Robert Nye for Vivian Brooks
Town Owned Historic Properties: J. O’Neill and R. Nye reported that they and the First
Selectman, R. Brule, had a productive meeting about the condition of all historic properties
belonging to the town, discussing plans for addressing structural/maintenance issues.
The critical need to rally public support for addressing these issues was acknowledged.
The possibility of new interest in the Cohanzie School building was noted.
To date, monies that could be used to structurally shore up the Nevins Cottage are:
Town Funds: $125,000
American Rescue Plan Funds: $100,000
Historic Restoration Fund Grant(SHPO) — $200,000 (matching grants)
If the town is able to secure an HRF grant in the amount of $200,000, there will be enough
($425,000) to secure the cottage structurally and rehab the exterior. The interior renovations
are for another day.
Public Program: On May 24, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. at the Waterford Public Library, Bob Nye will
speak about the following town owned historic properties:
Cohanzie School Hall of Records Hammond House Jordan Park House
Jordan School (Town Hall) Nevins Cottage Secchiaroli Barn White House
He will focus on the fact that they are important to our town’s history and they need attention.
Other Business: It was noted that the town will be working on a new Plan of Preservation,
Conservation, and Development, required by the state to be done every ten years. B. Nye
suggested including cemeteries in the new plan.
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Adjournment: Motion by R. Nye, seconded by D. Walters, to adjourn at 8:26 p.m. eo
Voting in favor: Unanimous
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Respectfully submitted,
Debra Walters, Recording Secretary
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