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Resolution Approving a Grant to Greensboro Boxwood Associates, Incorporated for the Reconstruction of a Historic Street Wall at 110 South Mendenhall Street in the College Hill Historic District
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Department: Planning
Council District: 3
Public Hearing: July 27, 2016 by Historic Preservation Commission
Advertising Date/By: NA
Contact 1 and Phone: Mike Cowhig, AICP 336-373-2755
Contact 2 and Phone: Sue Schwartz, FAICP 336-373-2149
PURPOSE:
Consider a resolution authorizing a contract to be awarded for work as allowed under the College Hill Municipal Service District Plan.
BACKGROUND:
The College Hill Municipal Service District Plan was last adopted by City Council in 2013. The plan identifies eligible projects and programs that support the unique historic character of College Hill through the Municipal Service District. The street wall program was included in recognition of the historical importance of historic street walls and their impact on the public right of way.
Recent changes to the Municipal Service District require all contract awards be subject to a public hearing and approval by the City Council.
On July 27, the Historic Preservation Commission conducted the required public hearing on the reimbursement contract award proposed under the College Hill Street Wall Program Matching Grant to Boxwood Associates, the property owner for property located at 110 South Mendenhall Street to support the reconstruction of the historic granite street wall at this address. The maximum award under this agreement is $10,000. Funds are disbursed on a reimbursement basis, following inspection by staff of the work. The College Hill Neighborhood Association reviewed the application and recommended approval of an award not to exceed 50% of the cost to repair the wall, up to $10,000.
BUDGET IMPACT:
Funds associated with this program are budgeted in 210-2002-01, in the Municipal Service District Fund. No further budget action is required.
RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED:
On July 27, the Historic Preservation Commission conducted a public hearing on a reimbursement contract award proposed under the College Hill Street Wall Program Matching Grant for property located at 110 South Mendenhall Street and recommended award of the contract as described. Staff recommends approval.