AGENDA HUTCHINSON LANDMARKS COMMISSION Thursday, February 8, 2018 4:00 pm City Council Conference Room 125 East Avenue B, Hutchinson, Kansas 1. ROLL CALL Higgins (Vice Chair) Bartlett (Chair) Whetzel Haag Wall Dawson Holmes 2. WELCOME BY CHAIRPERSON 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Meeting of January 11, 2018 4. WRITTEN REPORTS: A. PROJECTS APPROVED ADMINISTRATIVELY None B. PROJECTS APPROVED BY THE SHPO None C. PROJECTS APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL None D. OTHER REPORTS None 5. OLD BUSINESS None 6. NEW BUSINESS a. LM18-000001 619 E Ave A: Request to replace existing porch floor and ceiling with unlike materials. b. Planning Department Annual Report 7. OTHER BUSINESS a. 619 East Sherman Avenue Window 8. ADJOURNMENT The next Landmarks Commission is tentatively set for 4:00 pm, Thursday, March 8, 2018, at City Hall. Staff Contacts: Jana McCarron 620-694-2681 Charlene Mosier 620-259-4133 Amy Allison 620-694-2638 Jade Shain 620-259-4134 Aaron Barlow 620-259-4198 Vacant 620-694-2667 Note: Persons needing special accommodations should contact Meryl Dye, Assistant City Manager, at 620-259-4118 or 7-1-1 TDD Kansas Relay at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
MINUTES Thursday, January 11, 2018 4:00 p.m. City Council Chambers 125 E. Avenue B, Hutchinson, Kansas HUTCHINSON LANDMARKS COMMISSION City of Hutchinson 1. Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 4:00 PM. Members present: Shannon Whetzel (1/1), Gale Wall (1/1), Greg Holmes (8/11), Joel Haag (1/1), Chelsey Dawson (1/1) and Wes Bartlett (1/1). Member Jo Higgins (0/1) was absent. Planning Staff present: Aaron Barlow, Associate Planner; and Jade D. Shain, Planning Technician. 2. Welcome by Chairperson Bartlett welcomed all who were in attendance. 3. Approval of Minutes from December 14, 2017. Dawson motioned to approve the minutes from December 14, 2017, seconded by Haag, and passed unanimously. 4. A. Projects Approved Administratively Barlow reviewed the single project that was approved administratively: Project # ADM17-000024 ADM17-000025 Address Description Local Landmark 527 East 1 st Avenue 201 S. Main St. Corrected by Haag 723 East 1 st Avenue Interior renovation and remodel and exterior brick repointing Replace exterior tin with matching material No. No. District and Contributing Status C.L. Burt Building/House Theatre, Downtown Core South Historic District (C) Totten House, Houston Whiteside Historic District (C) B. PROJECTS APPROVED BY THE SHPO NONE C. PROJECTS APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL NONE D. OTHER REPORTS NONE 5. OLD BUSINESS a. Collaboration with USD 308 (Haag) Hagg said he has been unable to reach Paterson. He will try again soon. 1
6. New Business a. Election of officers for 2018 Since Higgins was absent and unable to give input, the Board decided to keep Barlett as Chair and Higgins as Vice-Chair. b. Landmarks Commission training for the upcoming year (June and September) Barlow stated that since June and September are typically slower months, that Landmarks Commission training will occur at that time. A total of two hours of training is required. Holmes suggested 15 minute trainings each meeting; the Commission agreed. c. Nomination of Education Committee Board members Barlett, Holmes, and Haag were nominated to be part of the Education Committee. This Committee is tasked to brainstorm ideas similar to the Historic Action Plan. d. Award Nomination Barlow said an award nomination for the Pegues building was submitted. He asked for another award nomination. Commissioner s said they will bring nominations at the next meeting. 7. OTHER BUSINESS a. Changes in Historic Tax Credits Barlow reported that there were some recent changes made to the Historic Tax Credits. Buildings built prior to 1930 are no longer eligible for the 10% federal tax credit. b. Cost-Comparison Tool presentation at National Association of Preservation Commissioners Conference Barlow reported that the Planning & Development Department was invited to present the cost-comparison tool at the National Association of Preservation Commissioners Conference for July, 2018, in Des Moines, Iowa. He said any Commissioner interested in attending should let him know; Barlett expressed interest and said he will check his schedule and contact Barlow later on. c. Open Comments from the audience There were no comments from the audience. 8. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 4:40 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Jade D. Shain Planning Technician Approved this 8th day of February 2018. 2
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Planning & Development Department 125 E Avenue B Hutchinson KS 67501 620.694.2639 STAFF REPORT Landmarks Commission DATE: February 1, 2018 Agenda Item #: CASE #: LM18 000001 MEETING DATE: February 8, 2018 REQUEST Historic Review Local Register Historic Review State Register Historic Review National Register STAFF STAFF REPRESENTATIVE: Aaron Barlow, Associate Planner PROPERTY PHOTO STAFF RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS DENIAL APPLICANT INFORMATION APPLICANT: Geni and Joe Woody 619 E Avenue A Hutchinson, KS 67501 PROPERTY OWNER: Geni and Joe Woody 619 E Avenue A Hutchinson, KS 67501 ARCHITECT/BUILDER: Jim Gruver Gruver Construction, Inc. APPLICATION MATERIALS: See City website: www.hutchgov.com PROJECT SUMMARY NATIONAL REGISTER NOMINATION LOCATION MAP The applicant is requesting historic review and a certificate of appropriateness for replacement of the existing front porch floor and ceiling with unlike materials. Although the original Queen Anne form of this two story building is retained, the addition of shiplap vinyl siding, vinyl window trim, and a non original porch (although the porch may be considered historic in its own right) detract from its original appearance. The multiple roof lines are reminiscent of a late Victorian plan. 619 East Avenue A Subject Property N PROPERTY INFORMATION REVIEW ZONING: R 4, Residential Neighborhood Conservation District HISTORIC REGISTER DISTRICT: Houston Whiteside Downtown Core North Downtown Core South CONTRIBUTING STATUS: Contributing Key Contributing Non Contributing EXISTING LAND USE: Single family home SITE IMPROVEMENTS: Home and detached garage YEAR BUILT: 1903 DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE: Via Email January 25, 2018 PLANNING STAFF REVIEW: 01/31/2018 COMMENTS BY SHPO: 01/10/2018 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Approved Approved with Conditions Denied Tabled
LM18 000001 Landmarks Commission New Porch Materials at 619 East Avenue A February 1, 2018 Analysis of Secretary of the Interior s Standards for Rehabilitation Required for Landmarks Commission Approval: Factor Analysis Met Not Met 1. A property shall be used for its historic purpose or be placed in a new use that requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. The request to replace existing porch floor and ceiling materials will not change the historic use of the structure and will not change defining characteristics of the building, its site or its environment. Met 2. The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property shall be avoided. While the porch flooring and ceiling are made of original materials they do not inherently characterize the property. Met 3. Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other buildings, shall not be undertaken. The request to replace existing materials does not propose to add any new features that would be considered conjectural or create a false sense of historic development. Met 4. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved. The porch in question was installed after the structure s period of significance, however, because of the amount of time it has been in place, it could be considered historic in its own right. Met 5. Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a property shall be preserved. The floor and ceiling of the existing porch are not distinctive features. Replacing the deteriorated materials will not detract from the historic character of the structure, provided the ends of the flooring are finished in a way that matches the existing porch flooring. Met 6. Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match the old in design, color, texture, and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features shall be substantiated by documentary, physical, or pictorial evidence. The applicant has provided evidence showing that the deteriorated materials are beyond repair and has selected materials that, while not historic, do visually match the original in design, color and texture. These materials have been approved for use in other historic structures in the State. Met 2
LM18 000001 Landmarks Commission New Porch Materials at 619 East Avenue A February 1, 2018 7. Chemical or physical treatments, such as sandblasting, that cause damage to historic materials shall not be used. The surface cleaning of structures, if appropriate, shall be undertaken using the gentlest means possible. There has been no indication from the applicant that any harsh physical or chemical treatment will be applied to the structure s historic material. Replacing porch materials does not normally require abrasive surface treatments. Met 8. Significant archeological resources affected by a project shall be protected and preserved. If such resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures shall be undertaken. 9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. There are no significant archaeological resources on the property of the proposed site. The proposed project is not a new addition. Met Met 10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. The proposed project is not a new addition. Met Design Review Committee Comments: Jo Higgins: They are friends of mine and I know their contractor already bought the material... I don t mind the flooring being made with it, but not any rails and posts! Hope this helps! Joel Haag: The proposed product choices look to be historically similar to the materials that are being replaced. I am sure that they will be more expensive than the wood products, but I believe that they will outlast the wood because they are engineered replacements. I have no problem allowing this home owner to use these products on their front porch. I hope that more people are aware of products like this so they can repair their historic homes. Shannon Whetzel: Based on the photos, it certainly appears that the current structure is beyond saving. As long as they are not planning on changing the style or altering the exterior and are only planning on replacing the materials, I think it is acceptable. The fact that they picked a material that is at least supposed to look historic leads me to believe they are mindful of not changing the "character" of the house. 3
LM18 000001 Landmarks Commission New Porch Materials at 619 East Avenue A February 1, 2018 Katrina Ringler, State Historic Preservation Office When reviewing for state law, tax credits, and grants we have allowed synthetic flooring for highly exposed porches when the original materials were beyond repair. Key details we want to see are 1) the new material is tongue & groove like most historic porch floors, 2) the material doesn t have a fake wood grain, and 3) the ends of the boards (which usually face out toward someone walking up to the house) are finished in a way that looks like a historic porch flooring. My concerns with the Aeratis are that it appears to have a raised wood grain texture and there would need to be some thought about how the ends would be finished. Some other brands of synthetic porch flooring have raised wood grain on one side, but a smooth flat surface on the other side. We always recommend using the flat side up. Some products have a wood grain printed into the boards, but it isn t a raised texture. That would be more appropriate if the boards are left unpainted. I haven t heard much request for the bead board ceiling materials, but examples you sent look acceptable. They claim to be paintable and there is less concern with ceilings having an exposed edge. Photos: Existing Porch 4
LM18-000001 Landmarks Commission New Porch Materials at 619 East Avenue A February 1, 2018 Proposed Materials Floor Material 5
LM18-000001 Landmarks Commission New Porch Materials at 619 East Avenue A February 1, 2018 Ceiling Material 6
LM18 000001 Landmarks Commission New Porch Materials at 619 East Avenue A February 1, 2018 Conclusion: The Landmarks Commission will need to make a determination on the proposed project as follows: State and National Historic Register Determination Will the proposed project damage or destroy the historic significance of the structure or the district? This determination should be based upon a finding that the Secretary of the Interior s Standards for Rehabilitation are (met/not met). Local Register Determination: This property is not on the local register, so no local register determination is required. Landmarks Commission Options: The Landmarks Commission may approve the project, approve the project subject to certain modifications, or deny the project. If the Landmarks Commission denies the project, the Commission must state the reason for the denial and list acceptable project alternatives. The applicant may then alter the plans to comply with the alternatives, and staff will issue a certificate of appropriateness. If the applicant determines that the project alternative that the Landmarks Commission has requested is not feasible, the applicant may appeal the decision of the Landmarks Commission to the City Council. If the proposal is appealed, City Council will, after a consideration of all relevant factors, weigh the proposal against the standard of no feasible and prudent alternative to the project. 7
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT 2017 ANNUAL REPORT January 2018 Adopted in March 2017, the Comprehensive Plan provides a roadmap for the future of the City. Hutchinson is an appealing and unique community with a robust economy; attractive housing; safe and beautiful neighborhoods; and active, healthy and educated residents working toward the common goal of Hutchinson as The Jewel of the Plains. Planning & Zoning Key accomplishments for 2017 include: Completion of the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan Adoption of an A-I Zoning District to support development of the Airport See the full report on pages 3-5. Housing & Neighborhoods Top accomplishments in 2017 were: Installed sign toppers in the SW Bricktown Neighborhood Launched two Housing Programs for Feature Neighborhoods See pages 6-7 and 10 of this report. Historic Preservation Primary accomplishments for historic preservation were: Completion of the 2016 Historic Preservation Action Plan Installed the Historic Preservation Cost Calculator tool Refer to pages 8-9 of this report. 2017 Annual Report 1
City of Hutchinson January 2018 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY During 2017, the Planning & Development Department continued to make progress on City Council priorities, as well as on several strategies identified in the Comprehensive Plan, including: Fully implemented CitizenServe software allowing for citizens to apply for Planning & Development permits online and pay with their credit card Completed the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan, which was adopted by City Council in March 2017 Launched the Historic Preservation Cost Comparison tool Launched two pilot Housing Programs for the City s feature neighborhoods and the Houston Whiteside Historic District Completed implementation of the 2016 Historic Preservation Action Plan Began an Infill Implementation Plan to incorporate the recommendations of the Infill Study into the City s regulations (June 2018 anticipated completion) Amended the City s Zoning Regulations to include an A-I (Airport Industrial Mixed Use) Zoning District to allow for development of the Airport Installed Sign Toppers in the SW Bricktown Neighborhood 2018 WORK PLAN Adopt new sign regulations for compliance with federal rulings and beautification of the Community (adopted January 16, 2018) Adopt an Infill Residential Zoning District (R-6) (FS.1.7.a.2.) and associated infill regulations (S.2.1.b.1.) Prepare a new Housing Assessment Tool, in anticipation of a 2019 CDBG application Revise the City s Zoning Regulations to reduce the number or uses and streamline the development process (S.1.7.a.1 & S.1.7.a.2) Prepare a new Historic Preservation Action Plan (S.1.1.a.1) Work with Reno County to establish extraterritorial or shared jurisdiction (S.1.7.b.1.) First Impression Survey (S.2.3.a.1.) Conduct educational seminars for Downtown historic property owners (S.1.2.a.3.) Modify landscaping regulations (S.1.4.c.4. & S.1.7.a.4.) Map City Neighborhood boundaries (S.2.1.c.1.) Planning & Development Annual Report 2
City of Hutchinson January 2018 Planning and Zoning Development activity has slowed over the course of the past two years. A summary of the number of applications processed and other projects related to Planning and Zoning is included below. Project Name and Report CitizenServe Implementation In November 2017, the Planning & Development Department went live with all CitizenServe modules. Now, residents can apply for planning permits (including fence and sign permits) from the comfort of their homes using a credit or debit card. Beginning January 1, 2018, all planning case and permit files are digital. Miscellaneous Reviews The graph at right provides a summary of miscellaneous planning & development activity for 2017. The following Planning applications were processed during 2017: Conditional Use Permits Planning Cases 1. Car Wash, 2601 N Main St 2. Miniature Golf Off-Site Parking, 0 N Lorraine 3. Mall Billboard Sign, 0 E 17 th Ave 4. Ideatek Billboard Sign, 1330 E 17 th Ave 5. Salthawk Athletic Field Lighting, 712 E 23 rd Ave 6. Don Michael Field Lighting, 810 E 13 th Ave Planning & Development Annual Report 3
City of Hutchinson January 2018 Project Name and Report Site Plans 1. Paved Parking Lot, 2808 N Main St 2. Hutch Rentals, 1509 N Lorraine St 3. 4 Seasons Truck Wash Parking Area, 1701 E Blanchard Ave 4. Superior Boiler Works Paved Parking Lot, 3524 E 4 th Ave 5. Disability Supports Clayworks, 2319 N Waldron St 6. Dairie King, 1524 E 4 th Ave 7. Red Barn Reflections, 2801 Dillon Ave 8. Laundromat, 1320 N Lorraine St 9. Paved Parking Lot, 2020 N Waldron St 10. Hobart-Detter Maintenance Bldg & Locker Rooms, 0 Emerson Loop 11. Hutchinson Strip Center, PH 2, 1441 E 30 th Ave 12. The Links, 0 W Sherman Ave Special Use Permits 1. Replace Electronic Message Center Sign, 1300 N Plum St Planning Cases (continued) Subdivisions 1. Commerce Gardens Addition 2. Mattison Addition 3. Prairie Dunes II Variances 1. Queen Parking Variance, 1723 E 4 th Ave 2. Davis Parking Variance, 2808 N Main St 3. Davis Setback Variance, 2808 N Main St 4. Beals Setback Variance, 2600 Nevada St 5. Richman Driveway & Parking Surfacing Variance, 2801 Dillon Ave 6. Engelland Setback Variance, 0 Pama Lou Ave 7. Manske Landscape Variance, 0 W Sherman Ave 8. USD #308 Illumination Variance, 712 E 23 rd Ave Planning & Development Annual Report 4
City of Hutchinson January 2018 Zoning Amendments (Rezones) 1. 1328 W 12 th St 2. 1100 N Airport Rd 3. 1701 E Blanchard Ave 4. 910 Coronado Dr 5. 1125 N Main St 6. 0 W Sherman Ave 8 6 4 2 0 Rezones 7 6 6 3 2014 2015 2016 2017 Zoning Amendments Zoning Amendments (Language) 1. Airport Zoning District 2. Hospital Parking Standards 3. Sign Regulations (completed 2018) 4 3 2 1 0 Language Amendments 3 1 2 2 2014 2015 2016 2017 Planning & Development Annual Report 5
City of Hutchinson January 2018 Housing The Housing Commission had multiple in-depth discussions in preparation for a 2018 work plan. Two pilot projects, as well as ongoing program implementation, rounded out the work of this Division for 2017. Program Name and Report Infill Development Implementation Plan Staff began work on the Infill Development Implementation Plan following adoption of the Comprehensive Plan. This is anticipated for completion in June of 2018. Land Bank The Hutchinson Land Bank acquired 2 new lots in 2017 and sold 3 lots. A new home is under construction at 00000 E 8 th Ave, which represents the first privatelyfunded project on a former Land Bank property. Moderate Income Housing Grant Phase 2 of the Townhomes at Santa Fe Place is complete. The City s match for this project was $54,500. Residential Infill Program Zero applications were received in 2017, resulting in a fee waiver of $0. Brush Up Hutch! Paint Program Brush Up Hutch! Paint program applications for 2017 were lower than the previous year. As we move into a new feature neighborhood, we expect this number to increase. 20 10 0 Completed Brush Up Hutch! Cases 10 9 19 2014 2015 2016 2017 9 Planning & Development Annual Report 6
City of Hutchinson January 2018 Down Payment Match Incentive The Down Payment Match Incentive program had some strong numbers for its initial year, with four property owners purchasing homes in the College Grove Neighborhood, resulting in $7,965.96 in expenditures. Neighborhood Revitalization Plan Changes were made to the program requirements in 2016. For 2017, four residential permits and nine commercial permits were approved. Rental Registration and Inspection Program In 2017, 5,583 rental units were registered as part of the City s Rental Registration and Inspection Program, which resulted in collection of $112,006 in fees to fund the program. Repair Grant (Stallman) The Repair Grant is awarded to the City by the Stallman Foundation to assist in making repairs to houses that are eligible for Brush Up Hutch! Paint Program funds. For 2017, $1100 in Repair funds were spent by Interfaith Housing Services, who assists the City with grant implementation. Zero Interest Rehabilitation Loan The Zero Interest Rehabilitation Loan program had a healthy first year, with nine property owners using the funds for a variety of projects. The program will continue into 2018, with a balance of $17,467.36 remaining. Emergency Solutions The Emergency Solutions Grant is a pass-through grant program where the City serves as the grant administrator on behalf of the State. The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Center (SADVC) is the sole local recipient of grant funds. The 2016 grant period concluded in July 2017. Of the awarded $40,568, $40,176.55 was expended, resulting in $943.33 in administration fees for the City. Housing Education In 2017, the City received a Hutchinson Community Foundation (HCF) grant for housing education seminars. Four seminars were held throughout the year, with attendance ranging from 3 to 38 residents. Planning & Development Annual Report 7
City of Hutchinson January 2018 Historic Preservation In 2017, the Department completed the 2016 Historic Preservation Action Plan. In addition, historic preservation consulting services were provided to residents wishing to renovate their historic homes. A cost-comparison calculator was developed and implemented and has assisted with preservation planning. Program Name and Report Education Historic Preservation Fund Grant (Cost Calculator) Historic Preservation Fund Grant (Consulting Services) 2016 Historic Preservation Action Plan Two historic preservation educational efforts were made in 2017. The first was a seminar on selecting an historic preservation contractor. This was not well-attended. The second occurred on Halloween, where the Department distributed promotional materials to trickor-treaters. The Cost Calculator was completed in Spring 2017 and is on the City s website as a downloadable Excel file. The tool has been used by staff and residents to assist with preservation cost estimates. The Department contracted with Mr. William Morris (Morris Associates) to perform consultation services. During 2017, a total of seven consultations were performed. The Department has included consultation services in its 2018 budget request and intends to do so in the future. The 2016 Action Plan implementation was completed in 2017. Work has begun on a new plan, which is expected to be completed this Spring. Planning & Development Annual Report 8
City of Hutchinson January 2018 Twenty-eight historic reviews were conducted during 2017, which is double the number performed in 2016. Fifteen of the historic reviews performed involved properties located in the Houston Whiteside District, which represents 54% of the total reviews. A majority of the reviews (25) were performed by Staff, with 3 reviews triggering Landmarks Commission approval. The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) did not conduct any reviews in 2017. There were no appealed cases during 2017. A full listing follows: Historic Reviews Property District Reviewing Entity Project 546 E 1 st Ave Houston Whiteside Staff Reroof House 546 E 1 st Ave Houston Whiteside Staff HVAC 546 E 1 st Ave Houston Whiteside Landmarks Siding and Window Replacement, Commission Interior Remodel 635 E 1 st Ave Houston Whiteside Landmarks Commission New Addition 207 S Main St Downtown Core South Staff Fire Escape Addition 501 E Sherman Ave Houston Whiteside Staff Fence 501 E Sherman Ave Houston Whiteside Staff Deck 706 E Avenue A Houston Whiteside Staff Wood Siding Replacement 510 E 1 st Ave Houston Whiteside Staff Kitchen and Bathroom Remodel 15 S Cleveland St Houston Whiteside Staff Bathroom Remodel 717 E 1 st Ave Houston Whiteside Staff Porch Floor Replacement 119 N Main St Downtown Core North Staff Reroof Building 544 E Sherman Ave Houston Whiteside Staff Porch Repair 535 E Avenue A Houston Whiteside Staff New Small Shed 218 E 12 th Ave Individually Listed Staff Wood Siding Replacement 100 W 20 th Ave Individually Listed Staff New Swimming Pool 502 E 1 st Ave Houston Whiteside Staff New Front Porch ADA Ramp 122 N Main St Downtown Core South Staff New Wall Sign 117 N Main St Downtown Core North Staff New Wall Sign 100 W 20 th Ave Individually Listed Staff New Pool Fence 206 W 1 st Ave Individually Listed Staff County Courthouse Reroof 12 Hyde Park Dr Individually Listed Staff Reroof House 545 E Avenue A Houston Whiteside Staff Reroof House 607 E Avenue A Houston Whiteside Staff New Small Shed 527 E 1 st Ave Houston Whiteside Staff Porch Fascia and Soffit Repair 201 S Main St Downtown Core South Staff Interior Remodel 723 E 1 st Ave Houston Whiteside Staff Garage Siding Replacement 619 E Sherman St Houston Whiteside Landmarks Commission Window Replacement Planning & Development Annual Report 9
City of Hutchinson January 2018 Neighborhoods Work on the Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative continued in 2017, with active work done in the College Grove and SW Bricktown neighborhoods. For 2018, the initiative will move to two new areas: Farmington (where interviews have already commenced) and another neighborhood which has not yet been selected. Program Name and Report Sign Toppers Sign toppers were installed in the SW Bricktown neighborhood in February of 2017. Mural (SW Bricktown) In August 2017, artist Jocelyn Woodson began work on a mural that will help to identify the SW Bricktown neighborhood. The mural, which is located on the Avenue A underpass of the Woody Seat Freeway, will be completed this spring. Crosswalk & Sidewalk Painting (College Grove) In partnership with Hutch Rec, the Department sponsored crosswalk and sidewalk painting in the College Grove neighborhood. The crosswalks were painted by neighborhood residents, while the sidewalks were painted by local students. Planning & Development Annual Report 10