Proclamation
Mike Makinen
Historic Resources Board
WHEREAS, the Historic Resources Board has acted as a steward for the City’s historic resources and has upheld the purpose of the Historic Preservation Ordinance, thereby contributing to the retention of historically and culturally important features of our built environment; and
WHEREAS, the Historic Resources Board acts responsibly, upholding the City’s status as a Certified Local Government designated by the State of California’s Historic Preservation Office; and
WHEREAS, the Historic Resources Board provides design advice and recommendations to owners of historic properties to help guide projects in a manner that upholds Palo Alto’s values for the preservation of historic resources; and
WHEREAS, the Historic Resources Board has reviewed complex historic rehabilitation projects, including additions to historic buildings that are consistent with local and national historic preservation and rehabilitation standards in the Down town Palo Alto area, areas South of Forest Avenue , and homes in the Professorville National Register Historic District; and
WHEREAS, Mike Makinen served for 26 years (from 1998 through May 2024), including serving one year as Vice Chair from fall 2014 to fall 2015. Mike’s contributions were based on his educational background (Masters in Mechanical Engineering) and experience as an Aerospace Engineer, Design Engineer, Facilities Planner, Project Manager, and working as the NASA-Ames Historic Preservation Officer and working as Chief of the Ames Facilities Planning Office.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greer Stone, Mayor of the City of Palo Alto, on behalf of the City Council, do hereby proclaim appreciation for outstanding public service to Mike Makinen for his service and contributions rendered as a Historic Resources Board Member.
Presented: June 17
th, 2024
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Greer Stone
Mayor