CITY OF POMONA
COUNCIL REPORT
May 2, 2022
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: James Makshanoff, City Manager
Submitted By: Anita D. Gutierrez, AICP, Development Services Director SUBJECT: CREATION OF THE PRESERVE POMONA AWARDS PROGRAM FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-82 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PRESERVE POMONA AWARDS PROGRAM FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
In order to promote the benefits of the City’s Historic Preservation Program the Historic Preservation Commission is recommending the City Council approve the creation of an annual awards program to recognize outstanding achievements in historic preservation.
FISCAL IMPACT: No Fiscal Impact at this time.
DISCUSSION:
The Preserve Pomona Awards Program for Historic Preservation will recognize outstanding achievements in Historic Preservation in the City of Pomona. The award winners will be determined by the Historic Preservation Commission, with the City Council presenting the awards at a City Council meeting in May, which nationally is historic preservation month. The award winners will receive a certificate memorializing their achievement and be highlighted on the City’s website. Staff has created a draft brochure (Attachment 2) describing the program.
The awards program will have six categories:
Restoration Award
For achievement in the preservation of a historic resource, that is in keeping with the historic character of that resource and an excellent example of the use of architectural styles, colors, detail, materials or craftsmanship. This award can include both exterior and interior projects.
Rehabilitation Award
For achievement in the rehabilitation of the exterior of a historic resource, that is in keeping with the historic character of that resource and an excellent example of the use of architectural styles, colors, detail, materials or craftsmanship.
Landscape Preservation Award
For achievement in the restoration or preservation of landscaping of a historic resource. The type of landscaping used is reviewed to see if it is typical of the landscaping that would have been used with the particular style or time period of when the landmark was built. The types and placement of plants and hardscape is also evaluated for the comparability of the period of significance.
Award of Merit
For achievement in the ongoing preservation of an historic resource. The resource must be an excellent example of an architectural style and, required continued preservation to remain as excellent example of an architectural style. The ongoing efforts must preserve historic character of the resource and consist of excellent examples of colors, details, material or craftsmanship Project of the Year
For achievement in the preservation, rehabilitation or restoration of an historic resource through a single historic preservation project that was been completed during the previous Calendar Year.
Preservationist of the Year
For distinguished leadership in the preservation of Pomona’s History and Heritage.
While there are six categories, awards may not be given in every category every year and will depend on the projects being completed each year. In addition to the awards categories, there are also eligibility criteria for the awards. To be eligible to win an award a property must meet the following criteria:
The property must be a designated Local Historic Landmark, a Contributing Structure in a local Designated Historic District, or must be listed individually or as a contributing resource to a Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places or the California Register of Historic Resources; and Project must have been completed in the previous calendar year (January 1 to December 31); and The project must have obtained the proper permits/approvals from the City of Pomona.
COUNCIL PRIORITIES & GOALS:
This item supports the 2021 City Council Priority 3: Increased Opportunity and Housing Stability Goal J: Encourage the development and maintenance of quality housing opportunities for all by encouraging the maintenance and rehabilitation of our historic housing stock.
ALTERNATIVE(S):
The City Council has the following alternatives:
Not approve creation of the awards program.
Prepared by:
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Geoffrey Starns, AICP, LEED AP BD+C
Historic Preservation Supervisor
ATTACHMENT(S):
Attachment No. 1 – Resolution No. 2022-82
Attachment No. 2 – Awards Program Brochure
Creation of the Preserve Pomona Awards Program for Historic Preservation