Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission (RHPC) will hold a Special Meeting on August 30, 2018 at 10:00 AM at the Town Hall
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission (RHPC) will hold a Special Meeting on August 30, 2018 at 10:00 AM at the Town Hall to review applications that have been received and any other business that may come before the Commission.
By Order of RHPC
Michael Mathis, Chairman
Dated: 8/24/18
APPROVED MINUTES ROXBURY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
APPROVED MINUTES
ROXBURY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was brought to order July 15, 2017 at 10:20 a.m. at the
Roxbury Town Hall. Present Michael Mathis – Chairman and Commission Members Lewis Wendell and Doug McLaurine.
Also present Carolynn Faraci, Commission Clerk.
On motion of Lewis Wendell second by Doug McLaurine the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission approved the
minutes of the April 29, 2017 regular quarterly meeting as presented.
AYES-3 Wendell, McLaurine, Mathis
NAYS-0
On motion of Doug McLaurine seconded by Lewis Wendell application submitted by Walker-Ellsworth LLC property
located at 65 Railroad Avenue, Roxbury, NY 12474. It was noted that the application was very well presented and clear.
The application was deemed complete.
AYES-3 McLaurine, Wendell, Mathis
NAYES-0
The house located at 65 Railroad Avenue is a contributing property in the Historic District. It was acknowledged that the
house has been renovated many times and is not in original condition. The Commission acknowledged gratitude that
the renovations were being undertaken.
The property is not a part of the view shed of the main street. Two sides of the house are visible from Railroad Avenue.
On motion of Lewis Wendell second by Doug McLaurin application submitted by Walker & Ellsworth located at 65
Railroad Avenue, Roxbury, NY 12474. After further discussion the Certificate of Compatibility was approved with the
suggestion that the window that is being removed on the first floor of the house be a false window to mimic the
symmetry that the removed window provided.
AYES-3 Wendell McLaurine, Mathis
NAYES-0
Commission had an informal discussion on the property located at 53568 State Highway 30, Roxbury, NY 12474, known
as the former Reeds Hotel. Michael Mathis will be contact the Roxbury Town Board regarding the Commission’s
concerns.
On motion of Michael Mathis second by Doug McLaurine meeting adjourned at 10:50.
RHPC Unapproved Meeting Minutes - April 29, 2017
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
ROXBURY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held April 29, 2017 at 10:07 a.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Michael Mathis – Chairman Commission Members Margaret Ellsworth and Doug McLaurine. Also present Carolynn Faraci, Commission Clerk.
On motion of Margaret Ellsworth second by Doug McLaurine the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes of the January 21, 2017 regular quarterly meeting
AYES-3 Ellsworth, McLaurine, Mathis
NAYS-0
On motion of Margaret Ellsworth second by Doug McLaurine application submitted by Paul Zomchek property located at 2225 CTY Hwy 41, Roxbury, NY 12474. After further discussion the Certificate of Compatibility was approved
AYES-3 Ellsworth, McLaurine, Mathis
NAYES-0
On motion of Margaret Ellsworth second by Doug McLaurin application submitted by Margaretville Telephone Company property located at 53547 State Hwy 30, Roxbury, NY 12474. After further discussion the Certificate of Compatibility was approved
AYES-3 Ellsworth, McLaurine, Mathis
NAYES-0
On motion of Doug McLaurin second by Margaret Ellsworth application submitted by Bonnie Grocholl property located at 53752 State Hwy 30, Roxbury, NY 12474. After further discussion the Certificate of Compatibility was approved
AYES-3 McLaurine, Ellsworth, Mathis
NAYES-0
Margaret Ellsworth brought up that Bonnie Walker had not received her Historic Plaque for 65 Railroad Ave, Roxbury, NY 12474. This matter will be looked into by the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission clerk and report back to Commission at the next meeting.
Lewis Wendell Commission member not present had sent an e-mail asking if the second round of Historic Plaques letters have been mailed out. The Commission Clerk stated that the Historic District had to be recreated and is almost done.
Phase one of the Historic Interpretive Signs are complete. The five signs will be unveiled on May 6, 2017. The first unveiling with be at the Ulster Delaware Depot, 101 Bridge Street, Roxbury, NY 12474 at 11:00.
Phase two for the Historic Interpretive signs could start. Margaret Ellsworth will write a grant application to The A. Lindsay & Olive B. O’Connor Foundation for funding for the next phase.
Commission had a discussion on the property located at 53568 State Highway 30, Roxbury, NY 12474. This property is the Reeds Hotel. Michael Mathis will be writing a letter to go to the Roxbury Town Board on the Commission concerns with this property.
On motion of Doug McLaurine second by Margaret Ellsworth meeting adjourned at 10:20.
Notice - Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission Special Meeting on April 29, 2017
at 10:00 am at the Town Hall to discuss any business that may come before the Commission
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission (RHPC) will hold a Special Meeting on April 29, 2017 at 10:00 am at the Town Hall to discuss any business that may come before the Commission.
The next regular quarterly meeting of the RHPC will be held July 15, 2017 at 10:00 am at the Town Hall.
By Order of the RHPC
Michael Mathis, Chairman
Dated:4/17/17
Notice - Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission April 15, 2017 Meeting Canceled
due to lack of a quorum of members.
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission regular quarterly meeting scheduled for April 15, 2017 has been canceled due to lack of a quorum of members. The next regular quarterly meeting will be held July 15, 2017 at 10:00 am at the Town Hall.
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Town of Roxbury
Dated: April 7, 2017
Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission Unapproved Meeting Minutes - January 21, 2017
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held January 21, 2017 at 10:05 a.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Michael Mathis - Chairman Commission Members Lewis Wendell and Doug McLaurine. Also present Carolynn Faraci, Commission Clerk.
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
ROXBURY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held January 21, 2017 at 10:05 a.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Michael Mathis – Chairman Commission Members Lewis Wendell and Doug McLaurine. Also present Carolynn Faraci, Commission Clerk.
On motion of Michael Mathis second by Lewis Wendell the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes of the October 15, 2016 regular quarterly meeting
AYES-4 Mathis, Wendell, Haroldson, McLaurine
NAYS-0
On motion of Lewis Wendell second by Doug McLaurin the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission Chairman is
Michael Mathis for the year of 2017
AYES-3 Wendell, McLaurin, Mathis
NAYES-0
On motion of Michael Mathis and second by Lewis Wendell the meetings for 2017 will be on the third Saturdays in January, April, July, and October at 10:00 am at the Town Hall.
AYES-3 Mathis, Wendell, McLaurin
NAYES-0
Roxbury’s Historic District plaque program that was started in 2015 with the help of M-ARK Project and the O’Connor Foundation. As of January 2017 thirty residents have ordered and installed the plaques on their home. A second round of letters will be going out to residents that are on the National Register of Historic Places that did not order the plaque.
The original letter that was sent will be sent to Lewis Wendell for update before mailing.
Roxbury Historic signs design is finished. The next step is to have them fabricated. Placement for each sign will have to be determined
On motion of Michael Mathis second by Lewis Wendell meeting adjourned at 10:31
Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission Unapproved Meeting Minutes - October 15, 2016
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held October 15, 2016, at 10:15 a.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Lewis Wendell, Chairman, Commission Members Nicole Haroldson and Doug McLaurine. Also present Carolynn Faraci, Commission Clerk.
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
ROXBURY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held October 15, 2016, at 10:15 a.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Lewis Wendell, Chairman, Commission Members Nicole Haroldson and Doug McLaurine. Also present Carolynn Faraci, Commission Clerk.
Wayne Bank has not submitted their application on Phase Two for the sign on the front lawn.
Doug McLaurine asked questions about the work he will be doing after the purchase of Jerome Liberatore Property located at 53587 State Highway 30, Roxbury, New York 12474.
Kingdon Gould and the O’Connor Foundation each provide Five thousand for the five historical signs to be placed in Roxbury. The signs will be located at Roxbury Arts Group, Enderland, Roxbury Railroad Depot, Jay Gould Memorial Reformed Church and Family Home (5005 Vega Mountain Road).
There will be paper maps showing where the Historical signs will be placed in the Town of Roxbury.
On motion of Doug McLaurine, seconded by Nicole Haroldson meeting adjourned at 10:30 am…
AYES-3 Doug McLaurine, Nicole Haroldson, Lewis Wendell
NAYS-0
Notice - Regular quarterly meeting of the Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for July 18, 2015 is canceled
NOTICE
The regular quarterly meeting of the Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for July 18, 2015 is canceled due to lack of a quorum of members. The next regular quarterly meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2015 at 10:00 am at the Town Hall.
Dated July 13, 2015
Lewis Wendell, Chairman
Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission
Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission Unapproved Meeting Minutes - April 18, 2015
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
ROXBURY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held April 18, 2015, at 10:36 a.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Lewis Wendell, Chairman, Commission Members Nicole Haroldson, Michael Mathis. Also present Carolynn Faraci, Commission Clerk.
On motion of Michael Mathis, seconded by Nicole Haroldson January’s minutes were approved as presented.
AYES-3 Michael Mathis, Lewis Wendell, Nicole Haroldson
NAYS-0
On motion of Michael Mathis, seconded by Lewis Wendell approved demolition application submitted by Frank Adamiak for demolition of out building located on Golf Course Road.
AYES-3 Michael Mathis, Lewis Wendell, Nicole Haroldson
NAYS-0
O’Connor Grant was obtained for the Historic Plaque program. The grant was in the amount of $5,000.
Lewis Wendell is going to talk with Margaret Ellsworth about the submissions of invoices and reimbursement process.
Historic Plaques ceremony will be held on May 25, 2015. Brochures will be handed out at that time. Press release will be on May 8, 2015. Lewis Wendell has the press release.
Commission members present at the meeting directed the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission Clerk, Carolynn Faraci to redesign the application.
On motion of Michael Mathis, seconded by Nicole Haroldson meeting adjourned at 11:25 a.m.
AYES-3 Michael Mathis, Nicole Haroldson, Lewis Wendell
NAYS-0
Notice - Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission 2015 meeting schedule has changed
The Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission (RHPC) meeting schedule has changed. Beginning April 2015 the RHPC will meet quarterly on the third Saturday of the month at 10:00 am at the Town Hall.
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission (RHPC) meeting schedule has changed. Beginning April 2015 the RHPC will meet quarterly on the third Saturday of the month at 10:00 am at the Town Hall.
By Order of the Roxbury Town Board
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Dated: March 2, 2015
Notice - Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission March 21, 2015, Meeting - Canceled
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the regular monthly meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission (RHPC) scheduled for March 21, 2015 has been canceled due to having no business to discuss. The next meeting will be held April 18, 2015 at 10:00 am at the Town Hall.
By Order of the RHPC
Lewis Wendell, Chairman
Dated: March 2, 2015
Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes - January 17, 2015
ROXBURY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held January 17, 2015 at 10:09 a.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Lewis Wendell, Chairman, Commission Members Nicole Haroldson, Margaret Ellsworth. Also present Carolynn Faraci, Commission Clerk.
On motion of Margaret Ellsworth, seconded by Lewis Wendell December’s minutes were approved as presented.
Ayes-3 Margaret Ellsworth, Lewis Wendell Nicole Haroldson
NAYS-0
Margaret Ellsworth spoke with Jenny Rosenzweig and she is not interested in becoming a Commission member of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission.
Lewis Wendell was going to talk with Douglas McLaurine about becoming a commission member.
Margaret Ellsworth was going to talk with Eric Kalleberg about becoming a commission member.
Margaret Ellsworth has applied to O’Connor Foundation for funding for the historic plaque.
Shepard Hills Golf Course that is located in the historic district of Roxbury is facing new dam safety rules.
This property was once part of the Gould Estate.
Margaret Ellsworth with be speaking to the Roxbury Town Board about having meetings quarterly, unless there is an application that needs to reviewed.
Lewis Wendell presented the commission with the Roxbury Historic District Commission Marker Program brochure.
On motion by Margaret Ellsworth seconded by Nicole Haroldson meeting adjourned at 10:44 a.m.
AYES-3 Margaret Ellsworth, Nicole Haroldson, Lewis Wendell
NYES-0
Notice - Historic Preservation Commission 2015 Meeting Schedule
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Historic Preservation Commission, Town of Roxbury, Delaware County, New York, for the year 2015 will hold meetings the third Saturdays of the month at 10:00 am at the Town Hall for their Regular Monthly Meeting.
By Order of the Town Board
Diane Pickett, Town Clerk
Dated: Jan 2, 2015
Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission Special Meeting - December 20, 2014
The Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting on Saturday December 20, 2014 at 11:00 am at the Town Hall to discuss any business that may come before the Commission.
The Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting on Saturday December 20, 2014 at 11:00 am at the Town Hall to discuss any business that may come before the Commission.
By Order of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission
Lewis Wendell, Chairman
Dated: Dec. 10, 2014
Notice - Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission December 15, 2014, Meeting Canceled
The Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission regular monthly meeting scheduled for December 15, 2014 has been canceled due to lack of a quorum of members able to attend.
NOTICE
The Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission regular monthly meeting scheduled for December 15, 2014 has been canceled due to lack of a quorum of members able to attend.
By Order of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission
Lewis Wendell, Chairman
Dated: Dec. 10, 2014
November 28, 2014 - Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes
A special meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held November 28, 2014 at 11:11 a.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present: Lewis Wendell, Chairman, Commission Members Michael Mathis, and Nicole Haroldson, Commission Clerk Carolynn Faraci
November 28, 2014
A special meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held November 28, 2014 at 11:11 a.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present: Lewis Wendell, Chairman, Commission Members Michael Mathis, and Nicole Haroldson, Commission Clerk Carolynn Faraci
No members of the public were in attendance.
On motion by Michael Mathis, seconded by Lewis Wendell the minutes of September 15, 2014 were approved.
AYES-3 Michael Mathis, Lewis Wendell, Nicole Haroldson
NAYS-0
On motion by Michael Mathis, seconded by Nicole Haroldson changes to the National Register of Historic Places to correct address.
AYES-3 Michael Mathis, Nicole Haroldson, Lewis Wendell
NAYS-0
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On motion by Lewis Wendell, seconded by Nicole Haroldson, an application submitted by George Boyle was deemed complete and accepted. Property located at 53655 State Highway 30, Roxbury, NY 12474. After further discussion the Certificate of Compatibility was denied on the basis of appropriateness and compatibility issues.
AYES-3 Lewis Wendell, Nicole Haroldson, Michael Mathis
NAYS-0
Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission discussed potential new members. The names that were suggest are Michael Hinkley, David Cowan, and Margaret Ellsworth. Members of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission to talk with the individuals to determine their level of interest without making a formal offer.
Michael Mathis agreed to remain on the Roxbury Historic Preservation for an additional year.
Carolynn Faraci presented a database of photographs and addresses of the historic homes within the Hamlet. Reviewed and accepted with the Commission’s thanks.
Lewis Wendell noted that the expected letter from the Town Attorney elaborating on the Roxbury Town Boards decision to issue a Building Permit for the Slater Application without a complete Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission application or review process being completed, has still not been received despite several requests. The Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission will send a letter formally requesting clarification and that a copy of the letter be presented to them prior to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Commission.
On motion by Michael Mathis second by Nicole Haroldson meeting adjourned at
11:54 AM.
AYES-3 Michael Mathis, Nicole Haroldson, Lewis Wendell
NAYS-0
Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission Special Meeting - November 28, 2014
NOTICE
Due to lack of a quorum for the November 17, 2014 regular meeting of the Town of Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission, a Special Meeting will be held on November 28, 2014 at 11:00 am at the Town Hall to review and discuss applications that have been received by the Commission.
Louis Wendell, Chairman
Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission
Dated: Nov, 19, 2014
September 15, 2014 - Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held September 15, 2014 at 7:12 p.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Lewis Wendell on conference call, Chairman, Commission Members Michael Mathis, Philip Lenihan, Nicole Haroldson on conference call.
September 15, 2014
A meeting of the Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission was held September 15, 2014 at 7:12 p.m. at the Roxbury Town Hall. Present Lewis Wendell on conference call, Chairman, Commission Members Michael Mathis, Philip Lenihan, Nicole Haroldson on conference call.
On motion of Lewis Wendell seconded by Philip Lenihan June’s minutes were approved.
AYES-4 Philip Lenihan, Michael Mathis, By phone Lewis Wendell & Nicole Haroldson
NAYS-0
On motion by Michael Mathis seconded by Lewis Wendell August minutes were approved.
AYES-3 Michael Mathis, Lewis Wendell-by phone, Philip Lenihan
NAYS-0
Lewis Wendell to follow up with Carolynn Faraci to insure that a approval letter has been sent regarding the Hamil/Anderson application.
Michael Mathis noted that the Town Attorney informed Carolynn that a Building Permit has been issued to Darrell Later. Town Attorney to provide a letter of explanation to Roxbury Historic Preservation Commission.
Lewis Wendell has received prototype plaque from Catskill Castings. Changes to Prototype have been communicated to Catskill Castings. Final to come.
Photo-shopped diagram to be submitted by Lewis Wendell to Town Board for proposed Public Parking signage on Main Street Roxbury.
On motion by Lewis Wendell seconded by Philip Lenihan meeting adjourned at 7:25.
AYES-3 Lewis Wendell-by Phone, Philip Lenihan, Michael Mathis