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Golan mentioned that the Hampton Point project was approved. While the property is not in HPC's jurisdiction, Golan said that he would like to draft a letter on behalf of the HPC to the Hillsborough commissioners and, the project developers requesting that they do something to recognize the historic value of the site. Golan suggested some sort of commendation marker, or green space highlighting the events that took place at the site in 1865. Golan asked for HPC support on the Hillsborough Military Academy project in regards of preservation recommendations and, gave a brief history of the property and buildings. Moon noted that the commandant's house is on the National Register of Historic Places but that the other buildings are not. Golan to keep HPC updated. Golan also reported receiving a letter that calls for the HPC to provide input for the annual BOCC planning retreat and suggested that it be addressed at the next meeting. Moon reviewed the advisory board's role. AGENDA ITEM #4: APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. October 24, 2001 MOTION: Golan moved approval of the October 24, 2001 minutes with the changes noted by Connor. Georgiade seconded the motion. VOTE: Unanimous. AGENDA ITEM #5: ITEMS FOR DECISION Schedule for field trips Moon reminded the group of the times previously set for site visits to the Cate Farm property and the Little River Park and Natural Area and that Rich Shaw is planning to provide tour assistance. Once the HPC has visited the two properties it can prepare recommendations regarding stewardship for the various historic structures and send those recommendations to the appropriate park workgroup. The dates of December 9th at 2:00 for the Cate Farm and January 13th for the Little River Park were agreed upon. The members discussed gathering location being here at 1:30 p.m. and the possibility of a county vehicle tour bus. b. Annual CLG Report Moon reviewed our CLG status requirements and thanked everyone for participating in so many preservation workshops this year. Moon asked the HPC for feed back on the three most needed commission or staff training topics. Golan noted that he would like to see more training on rural preservation issues, such as processing COAs for rural sites, ways to protect and preserve open spaces, public relations within a rural context, ways of presenting things to communities to get community involvement, and finally dealing with elected officials. Connor suggested going through the process of applying for designation as a Local Landmark District. Georgiade said that she would like to learn about more about how to get the county to stabilize historic buildings on newly acquired property. Moon asked for any information on demolished or destroyed buildings. Golan mentioned the Snipes house. Connor noted concerns about Chatwood barn that is actually a relocated 18th century house. Staff to research if that building is part of National Register Nomination. Cooper noted that abandoned store has been demolished at the intersection of Hwy 49 & 86. A suggestion was made to seek cooperation from fire departments for information about historic sites prior to demolition. Draft November 28, 2001 HPC minutes Page 2 of 4