June 9, 2004

 

The monthly meeting of the Sharon Historical Commission , Sharon Historic District Commission  was held at 7:30 P.M. in the Sharon Town Offices with Chairperson Shirley Schofield, Vice-Chairperson Gordon Hughes, Member David Martin, Member Robert Young, Member Deborah Pitman and Alternate Brent Gundlah in attendance.

 

The meeting was called to order at 7:35 P.M.

 

Minutes

 

Laura Davis–owner, Dena Zyroff AIA and Thelma Hirsh –designer – 38 North Main Street

 

38 North Main Street does not meet the needs of the new owner for garage and office space. In addition, the drive encourages local traffic as a turnaround. Ms. Davis would like to add to the house. She will be working with the Zoning Board of Appeals and then returning to us.

 

Ed Ruvich – 228 East Street

 

Mr. Ruvich is looking ways to protect his home going forward. Discussion evolved around a voluntary historic easement and/or possible help from the SPNEA.

 

George Bailey – Unitarian Church

 

The church is planning a handicapped entrance. Drawings are needed before any decision can be made.

 

Brent & Valerie Gundlah – 22 North Main Street

 

A letter approving the porch demolition will be sent to the Gundlahs and Town Building Inspector, Joe Kent.

 

Mirrione Development – 157 North Main Street

 

No action from us is necessary at this time as the property has not been purchased by Mirrione. The sale is predicted for October. The South Easton tour date is planned for 6/14/04.

 

VOTED: (Martin/Young) Unanimously voted to approve the minutes of March 10th, March 31st, April 14th, and May 19th.

 

Minutes previously posted on the town website that have been lost will be replaced to the best of Ms. Pitman’s ability.

 

 

 

Chairperson’s Report

 

Ms. Schofield expressed her desire to pass the responsibility as Chairperson along to another member while staying on as a full member. Vice-Chairperson Gordon Hughes’s name was submitted as Chairperson. Robert Young’s name was submitted as Vice- Chairperson. Both accepted. A letter will be sent to the Town Clerk upon resumption of our Fall 2004 schedule.

 

Adjourn Meeting

 

VOTED: (Martin/Young) Voted unanimously to adjourn meeting at 9:45 PM.