Mr. Kelsh commented that this is a wonderful project. Mr. Ekstrom stated the Main street group of buildings is a treasure and has been overlooked for a number of years. Mr. Gilmour stated the purpose of the review today is to make a finding that the project is consistent with the historic standards and recommend approval to the State. Mr. Kelsh moved to approve a finding that the project is consistent with the historic standards and recommend approval to the State. Second by Mr. Gleye.
All Members present voted aye and the motion was declared carried.
Mr. Gilmour stated the City contracted with John Shardlow of Dahlgren, Shardlow, and Uban to come up with a downtown plan. He stated they projected demand for office space over the next five years, as well as retail space and housing units. The preliminary work has been completed but not all of the housing has been located. Mr. Gilmour stated the consultants looked at the planning work that has been previously been done for the downtown. He stated they took Renaissance Zone Plan and the Downtown Area Plan and used those goals and policies.