THE: STATE OF TEXAS $ CITY OF BROWNSVILLE $ COUNTY OF CAMERON S  MINUTES of the Public Meeting of the HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION BOARD OF THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE, held at the City Chambers, on the Second Floor of the Brownsville City Hall - Old Federal Building, located at 1001 E. Elizabeth St., Brownsville, Cameron County, Texas, 78520, on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 12:00 p.m., with the following members present:  Voting Members Present Calvin Walker, Chairman Lawrençe Lof, Board Member Tara Putegnat, Board Member Philip Samponaro, Board Member Voting Members Absent Joseph A. Rodriguez, Board Member City Staff Lena Chaisson-Mutioz, Assistant City Attorney Carlos Romero, Info Tech, TechnicianI Juan Vélez, Historic Preservation Officer (HPO) CALL THE. MEETING TO ORDER 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES  With a quorum present, Chairman Calvin Walker called the meeting to order at 12:08 p.m.  A.1  April 12, 2024 - Offered for consent approval.  Board Member Tara Putegnat moved to approve the minutes. Motion was seconded by  Board Member Philip Samponaro and carried unanimously.  2. PUBLIC HEARINGS B.1  03272024 6 643 E.Jefferson St. - ANGELITA MELCHOR HOUSE (1950/1979?).  Tabled on 04/12/2024 District D4 Downtown Edge (DE)  The item was introduced by the Historic Preservation Officer (HPO), who explained the historical significance of the building and the ideal way to rehabilitate the building following the Secretary ofthe Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. It was alsoi introduce a SWOT Analysis. It was also verbally mentioned that the house did not resemble the shotgun types shown on the 1914-1930, 1957, and 1964 Sanborn maps, and that the existing house could be al laterr relocation: and/or remodel done around 1979. So Therefore, thel house The owner, Mr. Benito Garcia, explained the significant investment made in Brownsville and the desire to rehabilitate and preserve many oft the structures he owns. Upon motion by Board Member Lawrence Lof and seconded by Board Member Philip Samponaro and carried unanimously, the public hearing was closed. Board Member Lawrence Lof approve the demolition of the house as is not sure its age and significance. The motion was seconded by Board Member Tara Putegnat, and carried  could have no architectural or historical significance.  unanimously.    B.2  No Number -805E.7"St.- -JESUS SAENZHOUSE (1903)  District D4 Downtown Edge (DE)  The item was introduced by the Historic Preservation Officer (HPO), who explained the historical significance and architectural building features that still remain in the house. It was also explained that the house could be donated for affordable housing, but its best use could be commercial, which will get grants and tax credits ifr relocated within thel HD and nearby the downtown area and rehabilitated following the Secretary of the Interior's The owner agreed to meet on-site with board members' Walkerand Lofafter Memorial Day to check on the status and figure out possible solutions. He is willing to collaborate by Upon motion by Board Member Lawrence Lof and seconded by Board Member Philip Board Member Taral Putegnat moved to tablet thej proposed item. The motion was seconded  Standards for Rehabilitation.  offering $5,000 to move to another location.  Samponaro and carried unanimously, the public hearing was closed. by Board Member Philip Samponaro and carried unanimously.  B.3  03212024-1138 S. Frontage Rd. Traditional Neighborhood Corridor (TN-C) project to develop al Food' Truck. following recommendations: Rest rooms:  District D3  The item was introduced by the Historic Preservation Officer (HPO), who explained Board Member Philip Samponaro moved to approve the proposed project under the  Horizontal fiber cement tol be Artisan lap (width 7.25", exposurc 6.25") or Smooth siding (width 7.25", Doors tof follow Minimal Traditional examples (far left or righti in the previous photograph).  exposure 6.25"). Ifp painted, use a light color. Thes sidet fences must follow the below recommendations:  Dark grey roof. front parking.  Wooden side fences must follow the drawing submitted, sot the sidef fences will start behind the proposed The motion was seconded by Board Member Tara Putegnat and carried unanimously.  B.4  04042024-429 W. Elizabeth St. Traditional Neighborhood Corridor (TN-C)  District D4  The item was introduced by the Historic Preservation Officer (HPO), who explained the expansion of the Food Truck. Board member Tara Putegnat expressed concem about the existing tree. Initially the tree will bes subject to further site expansion oft the site. However, Board Member Tara Putegnat moved to approve the proposed expansion under the  it seems reasonable tol keep it to provide shade for customers.  following recommendations: To approve thei item as submitted.  2    The motion was seconded by Board Member Philip Samponaro and carried unanimously.  B.5  04-92024 -835 E. Ringgold St.  District D4  Traditional Neighborhood Mixed Use (TN-MU) and treatment oft the siding on the main façade and sides. The staffrecommendation is as follows:  The item was introduced by the Historic Preservation Officer (HPO), who explained how to relocate the house located at 2124 Dana Ave. to the new location, 835 E. Ringgold St.,  Project to comply with UDC: and IRC-2018 and comments provided by the Zoning and Building Divisions Ifwanteda as small porch, thes setback must comply with ordinance. Ifitisb built,4"x4 4" wood porch columns  (parking tol ber reviewed by Zoning). A/C behind the rear façade. Single-hung wood windows, one-over-one, clear transparent glass.  painted in light color ifr needed.  Siding:  Wood: Horizontal Wood Double Ogee Novelty Siding (Califomia Siding, Pecho de Paloma Horizontal fiber cement tol be Artisan lap (width 7.25", exposure6.25") or Smooths siding (width Exterior doors matching Minimal Traditional doors described ands shown on elevations and /or Minimal Owner must submit a drawing of fences that match the samples provided and comply with the Code (42" toE. Ringgold St. and the northwest and southeast lot lines from E. Ringgold St. to the front facade on the sides; the rest oft the possible fences can be made of 6' wood. Wooden fences will be painted a light color; ifthe fencei is made ofi iron or aluminum, it will be painted black. Ifthet fencei is on ab base about 3 or4c courses ofbrick, the brick will maintain its colora andt the fence willl have a maximum of4 42"inh height. Chain orl hurricane fences are not allowed by ordinance. Rear ands southeast fences can be preserved, but  Siding). Ifp painted, use a light color. 7.25", exposure 6.25"). Ifpainted, use al light color. Traditional examples (left or right examples onj photograph).  northwesti must be rebuilt as previously stated.  Dark grey roof.  Upon motion by] Board Member Tara Putegnat seconded by Board Member Lawrence Lof Board Member Tara Putegnat moved to approve the proposed project following the recommendation written above. The motion was seconded by Board Member Philip  and carried unanimously, the public hearing was closed.  Samponaro and carried unanimously.  3. ADJOURNMENT  Board Member Philip Samponaro moved to adjourn. Motion was seconded by Board  Member Tara Putegnat at 1:05 p.m.  Approved on this Se day of RLY 2024  Calvin Walker Chairman  CAIAOWIE  Attest: Juan Vélez Historic Preservation Manager  &