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1996 11 21 HPC� T La� •c 0 r' z u S yOF [Mt HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA A Regular Meeting to be held in the Session Room at the La Quinta City Hall, 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California November 21, 1996 3:30 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER A. Pledge of Allegiance B. Roll Call II. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA III. PUBLIC COMMENT This is the time set aside for citizens to address the Historical Preservation Commission on matters relating to historic resources within the City of La Quints which are not .Agenda items. When addressing the Historical Commission, please state your name and address and when discussing matters pertaining to prehistoric sites, do not disclose the exact location of the site(s) for their protection. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR Approval of the Minutes of the Historic Preservation Commission meeting of October 17, 1996 and November 8, 1996. V. BUSINESS ITEMS 1. Archaeology Report for Tentative Tract 28457 and 28458 - EZ Okie 2. Archaeology Report for Conditional Use Permit 96-030 La Quinta Self Storage - William Warren Group 3. Certificate of Appropriateness 96-002-Fischer Building, 77-895 Avenida Montezuma VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL 1. Proposed changes to 36CFR61, "Procedures for State, Tribal, and Local Government Historic Preservation Programs" VII. COMMISSIONER ITEMS VIII. ADJOURNMENT HPOAGENDA MINUTES HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall North Conference Room 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA October 17, 1996 I. CALL TO ORDER Gkw1ju U A. This meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission was called to order at 3:30 P.M. by Chairman Millis. B. ROLL CALL Chairman Millis requested the roll call: Present: Commissioners DeMersman, Puente, Wright, and Chairman Millis. Staff explained that Commissioner Woodard was traveling out of the country and would not be present. It was explained that since Commissioner Woodard had been appointed to the Planning Commission it was staff s understanding that he would be resigning from the Historic Preservation Commission in December. 2. Staff present: Planning Manager Christine di Iorio and Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand. II. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA: Confirmed III. PUBLIC COMMENT: None IV. CONSENT CALENDAR A. There being no corrections to the Minutes of September 19, 1996, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Wright/DeMersman to approve the minutes as submitted. Unanimously approved. V. BUSINESS ITEMS A. Archaeology Report for the Bureau of Land Management seement of the Jefferson Street Alignment project. HPCIO-17 A staff report was presented by Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. "ki. A�002 Historical Preservation Commission October 17 , 1996 2. Chairman Millis asked staff to explain where the property belonging to Mr. Green was located. Staff explained the location of the different properties. Discussion followed as to where sites had been located and how close they were to the proposed construction. 3. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by Chairman Millis and Commissioner Wright to approve the Archaeology Report for the Bureau of Land Management segment on the Jefferson Street Alignment project. Unanimously approved. B. Undate of the California Local Government Workshop Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand informed the Commission of the highlights of the upcoming November 2, 1996, workshop and answered questions. Commissioner Wright informed the staff he would not be able to attend due to a conference he was required to attend in San Francisco. Discussion followed regarding an alternative workshop he would be able to attend to meet the State training requirements. C. Video presentation• "Working on the Past - with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties" Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand gave a background on the video and members watched the video. VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL - None VII COMMISSIONER ITEMS - None VIII. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Wright/Puente to adjourn this meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission to a regular meeting of the Historical Preservation Commission on November 21, 1996. This meeting of the Historical Preservation Commission was adjourned at 4:30 P.M. Unanimously approved. HPC 10-17 A.,J . 003 MINUTES HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING A special meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall Session Room 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA November 8, 1996 I. CALL TO ORDER =139 V A A. This meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission was called to order at 3:35 P.M. by Vice Chairman Woodard, who asked Commissioner DeMersman to lead the flag salute. B. ROLL CALL Vice Chairman Woodard requested the roll call: Present: Commissioners DeMersman, Puente, Wright, and Vice Chairman Woodard. Commissioner DeMersman led the flag salute. Staff explained that Chairman Millis would not be present due to his work schedule. It was moved and seconded by Commissioners DeMersman/Wright to excuse Chairman Millis. 2. Staff present: Planning Manager Christine di Iorio, Associate Planner Leslie Mouriquand and Executive Secretary Betty Sawyer. II. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA: Confirmed III. PUBLIC COMMENT: None IV. CONSENT CALENDAR - None V. BUSINESS ITEMS A. Certificate of Appropriateness 96-001; a request of the Sienna Corporation for review and recommendation of approval of Certificate of Appropriateness to the City Council regarding design modifications and porch addition to the Hacienda del Gato and demolition of several out buildings in the Tradition project. 1. Planning Manager Christine di Iorio presented the information contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community Development Department. 2. Mr. David Chapman, representing Sienna Corporation, owners of the property, stated the Hacienda was to be used as a sales/administration offices and not a conference center as to would not be open to the general public. J0 , 004 Historical Preservation Commission November 8. 1996 Planning Manager Christine di Iorio clarified the changes that had been made to the site since the last meeting. 4. Vice Chairman Woodard asked if staff had a recommendation regarding the proposed design entry door. Staff stated the existing front door was not original to the building and the proposed door was not consistent with the Secretary of Interior Design Guidelines because it was representational of the period. The Commission would need to make a determination to its consistency with the Secretary of Interior Guidelines. 5. Mr. Gary Lohman, contractor for the project, stated the reason the door was being resubmitted was that they had re -analyzed the door design previously approved by the Commission and they wanted a door with more lites to allow more light into the interior building. Therefore, they wanted use a true divided lite door. The proposed door is of the same character, but has the French lites. The door to be used at the south -side entrance was to be a French multi-lite door as well. 6. Commissioner Puente asked how many lites were on the south door. Mr. Lohman stated it was a 10-light and of a different size. He further stated that the size would change the configuration of the glazing panels. Staff stated the south side door was also in question as it was to be replaced as well. Mr. Lohman clarified that this door was a ten lite door and not a 12- lite. Staff explained their analysis and recommendation. Vice Chairman Woodard asked staff to clarify whether the south side door was appropriate and matched the front door and fits with the character of the structure. Staff stated that the door would be located in an inconspicuous location. 8. Mr. Fred Rice, La Quinta Historical Society, stated he remembered the door and thought he had pictures of the original door at the time of the Rosecrans era in the 1950's. 9. Staff went on to explain the addition on the west elevation on the interior side courtyard. Staff clarified that there was a stairway that should be retained and was not mentioned in the staff report. The historic two story balcony has three bays and the applicant was proposing only two bays on the porch addition. The Commission needs to determine the character defining features of the historic building and application of the Secretary of Interior Standards in this instance it is the porch. This elevation's character defining, feature is the second story balcony and staff was raising the question for the Commission to review and discuss what should be done. Staff explained how the second story porch could be retained. HPCI 1-8 2 A.Ju 005 Historical Preservation Commission November 8. 1996 10. Mr. Fred Rice, La Quinta Historical Society, stated that from the beginning they had always wanted to have a slanted roof and wanted to keep the Spanish look. The Society was very pleased with the renovations the applicant had made and commended them for preserving as much of the site as possible. 11. Staff went on to explain the remaining elements that were proposed to be changed. Vice Chairman Woodard asked what uses were proposed for the upper level. Staff stated it was the sales office and the general public would only be allowed by appointment. 12. Commissioner Puente asked why they were planning on using sliding doors. Lohman stated they wanted a good relationship between the outside and inside as it is really an outside room. 13. Mr. Gary Lohman, contractor and representing the client, asked about the stairway to the second floor balcony and stated it needed to be removed as it was a safety problem. He explained why it was a safety hazard. If they were required to keep the stairway it would not conform with the Uniform Building Code. To reconstruct the staircase they would not be able to meet the Code regarding the handrail or treads. 14. Vice Chairman Woodard asked staff how they would address an element that could not be replaced to due to the Building Code requirements. Staff stated they would have to discuss this with the Building and Safety Department. 15. Mr. Lohman stated that in reference to staff s statement regarding the addition obscuring the porch, he did not believe they were, but they would lose the handrail. The proposal by staff to design the addition as a box shape would be inappropriate due to the massing of a box on the courtyard. The courtyard is not large and a box would be imposing on the courtyard. They would like to have the ability to pull the doors back so there is no intentional imbalance of the historic second floor balcony and the three bays with the proposed new additions two bays. It would be difficult to retain the three bays as the French doors would not fit properly. 16. Members discussed the problems associated with meeting the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. 17. Mr. Fred Rice asked if an elevator was to be installed. Vice Chairman Woodard stated that ADA requirements are mandatory and the lift must be installed. Staff stated the handicap issues would be addressed under the State Historic Building Code. Mr. Rice stated that La Quinta had so few historic places left, that the Hacienda del Gato is one of the really historic places left. HPCI 1-8 Al.oJ, 006 Historical Preservation Commission November 8, 1996 18. Commissioner Wright stated the Sienna Corporation had made every effort to preserve the historic site and it was greatly appreciated. 19. Vice Chairman Woodard asked if the thrust of the roof element with the plexiglass was the kind of ambiance the City wanted for this structure. He asked is there was anything wrong with the board and batten instead of the stucco side walls. Mr. Lohman stated the owners would have no problem with using the board and batten. Staff stated the only difference would be the size of the board and batten to distinguish the old and new. Mr. Lohman stated they had no objection to the use of the material recommended. 20. Vice Chairman Woodard asked if the proposed clay tiles were any different than the existing. Mr. Lohman they may be or they may not be similar. Mr. David Chapman stated they would like the tile to be as similar as possible. 21. Commissioner Wright stated he was in agreement with most of staff s recommendation. In regard to the addition, he was in favor of the applicant's submittal. Staff stated that the railing would follow out to the edge, enlarging the balcony. 22. Commissioner DeMersman stated he concurred with staff s recommendation. However, he was concerned with the proposed design of the front door, the addition obscuring the historic second floor balcony, and the replacing of the wood railing with wrought iron as they are all character defining features and the proposed changes alter the original concept. He would prefer to see the three bays with the addition having a flat roof so as to retain the wood railing. Staff asked for clarification as to whether or not it was the flat roof or the lowering of the proposed roof to retain the historic second floor balcony for consistency with the Secretary of Interior Guidelines. Commissioner DeMersman stated it didn't matter as long as the railing stayed. 23. Vice Chairman Woodard asked the applicant if the flat roof with the low ceiling and little light would be a problem. Mr. Lohman stated the owner would have a problem with a flat roof and the patio was extended all the way out. It will severely impact the courtyard. 24. Vice Chairman Woodard stated the plastic to be used in the roof was too foreign to the architecture and out of character with the building and he could not approve it. 25. Vice Chairman Woodard asked each of the Commission Members to identify those areas they were recommending for approval. Following discussion, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Wright/Puente that the main entrance door not have any lites. The south side door would consist of an 10- HPC11-8 v e. Ju 007 Historical Preservation Commission November 8 . 1996 HPCI 1-8 lite door as submitted. The court -side room addition was approved as proposed with the addition of the exposed handrail 8-inches in height and the side wall material would be board and batten of a different width than the historic board and batten stained the same. The west window elevation was approved for replacement with a single pane. The hand railings shall be retained, stabilized, painted, and filling in the blank places. Wrought iron will not be allowed. The duct work is to be removed. The staircase can be removed and the foreman's house can be demolished. 26. Vice Chairman Woodard asked if the Commission's review was to include the landscaping. Staff stated they were working with the applicant regarding the landscaping. 27. Mr. Lohman, stated there were French balconies with wood railings in the front of the house which are not in good shape and could be a liability. They would like to have the Building and Safety Department make a determination as to what work should be done. Staff stated that the Building and Safety Department was aware of the balconies and it will be up to the Building and Safety Director as to whether or not they will be required to be brought up to the.Uniform Building Code or use the State Historic Building Code. Vice Chairman Woodard stated they should be maintained for the historic value, but the safety issue needs to be determined by the Building and Safety Director. Everyone agreed. 28. Mr. Chapman stated that the railing leading up to the front door was wrought iron as well as the door at the rear of the building. The reason they were requesting to change the railing to wrought iron was to be in keeping with this treatment along with the window treatment. 29. Planning Manager Christine di Iorio stated their was a wood railing at the rear of the building that should be replaced and stabilized as directed by the Secretary of Interior Guidelines. The applicant wants to replace the wood with wrought iron and raise it to 42 inches. The Building and Safety Department has stated that if it stays it should be stabilized and he would accept the height as it is currently constructed. If wrought iron is used, the height must be 42-inches per the UBC requirements. 30. Mr. Fred Rice stated he was very excited about what the Sienna Corporation is doing and is pleased that they were trying to maintain the integrity of the structure. 5 .•.00.008 Historical Preservation Commission November 8. 1996 31. Mr. Chapman stated they were glad to be in La Quinta and they wanted to keep the historic nature of the site. The Hacienda is part of the charm and a large part of their sales promotion. He thanked the Commission for working with them on the project. 32. Staff stated the Commission's recommendation would be going to the City Council on November 19, 1996, for their review and approval. VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL - None VII COMMISSIONER ITEMS - None A. Commissioner Woodard stated this was his last meeting and he wanted to thank the Commission for allowing him to be a part. He has enjoyed his time serving on the Commission. Commissioner Wright thanked Commissioner Woodard on behalf of all the members, for being a part of the Commission. VIII. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners DeMersmam/Wright to adjourn this special meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission to a regular meeting of the Historical Preservation Commission on November 21, 1996. This meeting of the Historical Preservation Commission was adjourned at 5:20 P.M. Unanimously approved. HPC 11-8 A.'J 0 0 9 BI #1 STAFF REPORT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION DATE: CASE NO: ITEM: DEVELOPER: ARCHAEOLOGIST: LOCATION: PROJECT: BACKGROUND: NOVEMBER 21, 1996 VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAPS 28457 AND 28458 PLOT PLANS 96-593 AND 96-594 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 96-330 CULTURAL RESOURCES IDENTIFICATION INVESTIGATIONS FOR TENTATIVE TRACT NOS. 28457 AND 28458, CITY OF LA QUINTA, RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA ROGER SNELLENBERGER AND ASSOCIATES J. STEPHEN ALEXANDROWICZ, SOPA NORTH SIDE OF FRED WARING DRIVE, EAST OF WASHINGTON STREET SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISIONS WITH PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT In order to fixlfill informational requirements for the environmental review process for the above referenced project, it was identified that an archaeological survey would be necessary prior to completion of Environmental Assessment 96-330. The required Phase I survey was conducted between October 6 through 14, 1996, by J. Stephen Alexandrowicz, of Archaeological Consulting Services. The proposed project consists of the subdivision of 62 acres into 231 single family lots with planned unit development. The two tentative tract maps are adjacent to each other. The archaeological report states that there were no cultural resources observed on the 62 acres. Only modem refuse was noted. Staff concurs with the report recommendation for monitoring during the grading phase of the project. p.0 U 010 FINDINGS: The following findings of fact can be made for this archaeological investigation: 1. An archaeological investigation was required to complete Environmental Assessment 96-330. 2. There were no prehistoric or historic cultural resources observed during the survey. Adopt Minute Motion 96- to conditionally accept the report, "Cultural Resources Identification Investigations for Vesting Tentative Tract Nos. 28457 and 28458, City of La Quinta, Riverside County, California", as partial compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act, as amended, for Environmental Assessment 96- 330, subject to that attached recommended Conditions of Approval in Exhibit "A". Attachments 1. Archaeology Report (Confidential) 2. Exhibit "A" - Recommended Condition of Approval Prepared by: eslie J. Mouriquan Associate Planner Submitted by: Christine di Iorio Planning Manager A.0U 011 1-01 ; STAFF REPORT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION DATE: CASE NO: ITEM: DEVELOPER: ARCHAEOLOGIST: LOCATION: PROJECT: BACKGROUND: NOVEMBER 21, 1996 SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN 96-596 LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT 96-230 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 96-332 AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF TWO PARCELS AT HIGHWAY I I I AND ADAMS STREET, CITY OF LA QUINTA WILLIAM WARREN GROUP PAUL CHACE, PH.D., AND CHARLES REEVES, J.D. THE, KEITH COMPANIES NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY I I I AND ADAMS STREET SELF -STORAGE FACILITY As part of the environmental review process for the above referenced project, it was identified that an archaeological survey would be required by the City prior to completion of Environmental Assessment 96-332. The required survey was conducted in October, 1996, by Paul Chace and Charles Reeves, archaeologists with The Keith Companies. A previously recorded archaeological site (CA-RIV-2936) is located on the project site. The proposed project consists of the development of a self storage facility on the northerly four acres of the parcel. No development is currently proposed for the southerly seven acres where the archaeological site is located. There were no historic -era resources observed on the parcel. There were, however, several artifacts of the prehistoric period observed during the survey that are a part of the archaeological site. The archaeological site is thought to be a major camp site that may have been a portion of the Cahuilla village of Kavinic. The report states that the camp site is an important heritage site and warrants further testing and investigation. The northern four acres, where development is proposed, have been disturbed by previous leveling and grading activities probably related to channel improvements to, the ro.00( 012 Whitewater River channel located adjacent to the north of the project site. There were no cultural resources observed on this area, however, the potential for subsurface cultural deposits exists. Staff concurs with the findings and recommendations of the report. It is acceptable to permit the issuance of a grading permit on the northerly four acres, subject to archaeological monitoring. Archaeological testing, data recovery, and monitoring on the southerly seven acres will be triggered by future development applications specific to that area. FINDINGS: The following findings of fact can be made for this archaeological investigation: 1. An archaeological investigation was required to complete Environmental Assessment 96-332. 2. Archaeological site CA-RIV-2936 was previously recorded on future Lot B of the project parcel. 3. The archaeological survey resulted in the confirmation of the location of CA-RIV- 2936. 4. No historic period cultural resources of significance were observed during the survey. There were no cultural resources observed on future Lot A of the project parcel. 6. The cultural resources located on future Lot B have been determined to be potentially significant pending further testing for evaluation. RECOMMENDATIONS: Adopt Minute Motion 96- to conditionally accept the report, " An Archaeological Survey of Two Parcels At Highway 111 and Adams Street, City of La Quinta", as partial compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Assessment 96-332, subject to the attached recommended Conditions of Approval in Exhibit "A". Attachments: I. Archaeology Report (Confidential) 2. Exhibit "A" - Recommended Conditions of Approval .o.0 U . 013 Prepared by: v���� Associate Planner Submitted by: O�� Christine di Iorio Planning Manager .0.UUL014 EXHIBIT "A" HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - RECOMMENDED SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN 96-598 LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT 96-230 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 96-332 NOVEMBER 21, 1996 GENERAL: 1. Prior to issuance of a grading permit for Lot A, or any earth disturbing activity, the applicant shall have a qualified archaeological monitor on site for the northerly four acres.The monitor is authorized to temporarily divert or stop equipment and work in order to investigate exposed cultural deposits. A final report shall be submitted to the Community Development Department. 2. A Constraints Sheet shall be prepared for Lot B which shall be recorded with Lot Line Adjustment 96-230. The Constraints Sheet shall depict the legal boundaries of Lot B, and the boundaries of archaeological site CA-RN-2936. The Constraints Sheet shall identify the archaeological site area as a "Sensitive Cultural Resource Area.,, The following note shall be placed on the Constraints Sheet, "Prior to any issuance of a grubbing, clearing, or grading permit, or any earth -disturbing activity, within the Sensitive Cultural Resource Area, the developer shall have an archaeological testing and monitoring plan prepared by an archaeologist meeting the professional standards of the Secretary of the Interior. This plan shall be submitted to the Community Development Department for review. The plan shall include provisions for an evaluation testing program, data recovery program, and subsequent monitoring. A final report of these mitigation activities shall be submitted to the City of La Quinta" 4 ASW- 015 BI #3 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DATE: NOVEMBER 21, 1996 ITEM: REHABILITATION AND SEISMIC RETROFIT OF THE HISTORIC KIENER BUILDING CASE NO.: CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS 96-002 OWNER: MR. AND MRS. MIKE FISCHER LOCATION: 77-895 AVENIDA MONTEZUMA PROJECT: REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION OF APPROVAL OF CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE REHABILITATION AND SEISMIC RETROFIT OF THE HISTORIC KIENER BUILDING COMPOUND. The applicant is proposing the seismic retrofit and rehabilitation of the Kiener main building and shed. The main building will be used as an office on the lower floor and a residence on the second floor. The shed will be used as storage and covered parking. This building complex is listed on the California Historic Resources Inventory as a potentially significant historic site. The Historic Preservation Commission's framework in reviewing the changes for acceptability is to apply the National Park Service's standards as follows: 1. The modifications do preserve the significant historic materials and features; and 2. The modifications do preserve the historic character; and 3. The modifications do protect the historical significance by making a visual distinction between old and new. Staff has reviewed the proposed rehabilitation and seismic retrofit plans for both the main building and the shed using the Secretary of Interior's "Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings". .•.0;j 016 The rehabilitation and seismic retrofit plans show the following: A. Unenclosed Shed- The rectangular shaped, single story shed is located along the south property line. The roof is supported by interior wood posts and beam trusses. The east, west and south elevation walls consist of concrete interlocking block. The applicant is not proposing any external design modifications. The work proposed is as follows: 1. The wood roof framing will be removed. It will be replaced in conformance with the Uniform Building Code. 2. The existing clay roof tile will be salvaged, for later replacement over the new roof sheeting. B. Main Building -This square shaped, two story building is representative of the Monterey architectural style with its clay tile roof, stucco walls, and second story balcony. The windows are multi -pane lights with steel mullions and frame. Quoins highlight the facade. An external staircase on the west elevation leads to the second story apartment. Seismically retrofitting the building, using the State Historic Building Code requires the following: 1. The method for seismically retrofitting the main building is to transfer the lateral forces from the roof diaphragm through the walls to the foundation. 2. All cracks will be injected with epoxy. 3. The rear elevation has too many openings for structural stability. The plans show a window opening will need to be infilled with concrete block. The applicant will use 6" block to allow for the window frame to remain. Smoke colored glass will replace the clear glass. Access to the site will be from Avenida Montezuma into a one way drive aisle and exiting onto the alley. The applicant is proposing 12, 9 x 19, parking spaces. This includes two handicapped spaces and one standard space along the west side of the building. The standard space will need to be deleted because it encroaches into the one-way drive aisle. An existing chain link fence encloses the compound. Several landscape planters are proposed in the parking area. 2 �.(1'' 017 The proposed modifications, specifically enclosing the window, follow the Secretary of Interior's Guidelines. The architectural integrity of not only the main building but also the entire compound will be maintained. Staff recommends the Commission recommend approval, to the City Council, of the seismic retrofit and rehabilitation with the condition that the standard parking space be deleted and the handicapped spaces be rotated to provide more direct access. Attachment: 1. Large Scale Plans Prepared & Submitted by: CHRISTINE DI IORIO Planning Manager 3 �.� ) 018 READING MATERIAL -&-T, 019 Forum news WHEN HISTORIC MEETS HIGH TECH by Pratt Casshy Very little has changed at Mount Vernon, George Washingron's Virginia estate, since his death in 1799. The surrounding grounds have been meticulously preserved to retain an 18th-century atmosphere. But even at this shrine to America's past, time marches on. The stately evergreens that grace the estate will soon be joined by the latest in Yankee ingenuity: an artificial tree. Designed to resemble a white fir, the plastic and rubber foliage will disguise a wireless transmission tower. SBC Communications Corporation won approval from Fairfax County in May to install a cellular antenna at Mount Vernon for its Cellular One network —provided it would camouflage the tower. Cellular One leases the space for $100,000 a year. In addition to the annual revenue, b1ount Vernon will receive a $75,000 communica- tions system, donated by SBC. spent/cellularereoedthis telephoneantenna nasqueladinz run pine tree nevr chnrleston..S.0 in order o, prnerze the :i,,Irom tel yonHnl/, a.S'aeionie"hostleistom sce. In 1995 the Federal Communications Commission began auctioning off wavelength frequencies that the wireless communication industry could use to transmit signals for cellular phones and other technolo- gies. The auction generated $7.7 billion for the federal government, but it left to municipalities the difficult decisions about where and how many transmission towers will be built. "The Mount Vernon monopole represents a prime example of the win -win, feel -good arrangements that local governments and community groups can strike with cellular providers seeking to expand their network coverage. The demand for tower space to meet the growing needs of the wireless communication industry will certainly continue to increase, but the number and the height of the towers that will be needed are difficult to predict precisely. What's more, the choice of a specific tower location depends on numerous factors, most of them fully comprehensible only to the industry itself. Current and projected population densities and locations can be used to estimate future tow- er locations, however. There are currently about 22,000 cellular transmitters in the United States; another 100,000 are expected to be needed by the end of the decade. Needless to say, local governments, neighborhood associations, preservationists, conservationists, and merchant associations are faced with thousands of requests to locate towers in all parts of their communities. Their reactions vary. Health risks related to electromagnetic fields, -,;esthetic drawbacks, property devaluation., encouragement of sprawl, effects on other communities, obtrusive lighting, and potential damage from falling towers, ice, and debris are among the concerns expressed by citizens, planners, and elected officials. Perhaps the most volatile trait of the new personal communication services and their accompanying towers is that they are a new and unfamiliar presence in communities. The industrys growth has outpaced the ability of many local governments to understand the impacts of cellular towers and (continued on page 2) II ■ Grant Programs and Publications page 3 Appraising History Stare -Level Achievements Internet Access, Part 2 Cemetery Art Threatened A newsletter of the Nation-, t tar Historic Preservation page 4 page 5 page 7 page 8 020 HISTORIC MEETS HIGH TECH continued from page i therefore to properly site and regulate them. The negative reactions of community groups may prompt hasty, reactionary regulation. To avoid writing bad law, some communities have instituted siting moratoriums until they have ample opportunity to research and formulate fair regulations. In Spokane, Wash., for example, the city's aging zoning code did not address the location of cell phone towers. The city council calleda temporary halt to construction of all cellular phone rowers near residential areas. The hiatus allowed the staff time to draft standards for where towers would be allowed and what they would look like. The infrastructure of personal wireless service facilities can be controlled with the aid of traditional planning and zoning. Buffering, screening, height restrictions, variances, design review, and special and conditional use permits are examples of the tools that can be used to enforce community policies that balance the needs of local citizens with the demands of the telecommunication industry. Aesthetics tend to be the most obvious community concern about communication towers. Their placement in historic districts, in sensitive natural areas, and within open space causes alarm among preservationists and conservationists. The sheer number of towers can be an aesthetic issue. Cities can choose to cluster towers in "tower farms" or to spread them throughout the city; each method has advantages and disadvantages. Towers placed in pristine environments, as on mountaintops or ridge lines, can damage sensitive viewsheds. Yet these locations may be the most efficient for transmission purposes. In central business districts, towers are often architecturally incompatible with the visual character of many historic downtowns, yet the concentration of business users may require the construction of several towers. Fortunately, remedies for both these situations, and others like them, are at hand. Wireless service providers have come up with a number of strategies to avoid squabbles with the NIMBY (`not in my backyard") crowd. One approach that is gaining favor is "co -location" —the sharing of cellular sites among competitors. Efforts are also under way to make cellular hardware as unobtrusive as possible through the development of more compact equipment. This approach deals with the issues of size and number of towers but does not address the more pressing problem of appearance. Providers are learning that if they strike deals with property owners, they can have their cake and eat it too. In many cases providers have underwritten the cost of adding lights to Little League fields if the light standards are used to house wireless antennas. In the scenic coastal town of Ipswich, Mass., Bell Atlantic agreed to reconstruct the damaged steeple of the 1859 United Methodist Church in exchange for the right to hide a transmitter inside. As citizens learn of these kinds of partnerships, they are sure to grow more common. Last year, American Personal Communications (APC) of Bethesda, Met, applied its ingenuity to building the infrastructure for its wireless network in the Baltimore -Washington area. APC housed nearly 90 percent of 400 installations on such existing structures as buildings, water towers, and older transmission towers. It worked with Baltimore Gas and Electric to site telecommunications devices on the utility's high-tension towers. Even the upper deed[ at Camden Yards, the baseball stadium, sports flat green antennas. Most approvals for towers in cities and rural areas rest with planning commissions and inning review boards. The conditional use permit is the most common approval process for towers, but many communi- ties grant approval via the special use permit. For communities that require more than planning and zoning approvals, the most frequently used techniques go through design review boards and preservation commissions. Many regional planning agencies and national organizations are now developing model language for provisions to address the siting and design of cellular towers. In general, studies analyzing how local zoning and planning policy can be amended to accommodate wireless communication technology make these recommendations: ♦ encourage the co -location of devices on towers in order to reduce the number of towers; ♦ negotiate with providers to "trade" community improvements for antenna placement, ♦ encourage tower providers and builders to build the most unobtrusive structures possible; ♦ restrict tower locations in residential zones; ♦ limit traditional towers in central business districts and historic districts and encourage design alternatives and aesthetic solutions; ♦ encourage tower clustering on predetermined sites; ♦ regulate tower height; ♦ regulate the setback of towers and related structures; ♦ regulate the screening or landscaping of towers and accessory structures; ♦ regulate lot size for towers; (continued on page 6) itabre.Ad.. Don.,, Proems...&evue Do. Msck Dimes, efAsembmhrp Dnr4. Rrhd S. C. F6vr molvat HU4. Asembrnhp Cuokorevr The mission of the National Tms[ for Historic Pmsemrion is ro foster, sn apprommon of the diverse ritarxar and mooing of our Ammer culrural beingc nd m preserve and mvalire the Imbiluy of mmmunirus by Ieding the mdm or ravu,g Amnids huroric rnvi..,. Haver Pmervapan ksrm N (ISSN 10794441) is published bimonthly by the Nadmal Trnsr for Historic Pre. 1i.., 1785 Muso h. Arro. NW, Washing... DC 20036. s beeufat of kGuosz Pnseretlon Forum .6,srship. F.. mrnrbees din.tics foul bares oFHovdr Aneraysio+Ftom jomnd sadsu is. of PRE RYA770N Aonud dues arc$95. Sindadd= dorrga m HarrowRoonrroo Ibnosa Nad oredTmaforHia.ricPmnmion, 1785 hlasadaucemArcnuc, NW, Wash'ugmn,DC20036. Copyright 019% Nsdmul Ttust for Historic Prexrvadon u rise United Sons Prod in din Urdrd Serra. Of the u et. amount of bssr antutd duct $18 is fora subscription m Huvrel'rammian Estrin. $150 is So a rubscopron m Huvr k Averaarim lucre, Nrm, and % is for a subxn ption m PRESER✓ANONfor one/vr. 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These "aesthetic alternatives," custom designed to fit particular locales and situations, include building a fake tree like the one at Mount Vernon, utilizing existing water tanks or stadium light standards, and using building tops or existing roadside signs. Many solutions work within new or existing church steeples, lighthouses, clock or bell towers, and fire lookout towers. Although usually more expensive than a conventional tower, anaesthet- ic solution can mean the difference between having cellular coverage or not in such highly desirable customer traffic areas as golf courses, parks, historic districts, country clubs, residential neighborhoods, and congested downtowns. While the more pleasing structures can cost from 50 to 100 percent more than conventional towers, many providers think that the business opportunity is well worth the extra expense. Will fake trees and funny towers take the place of neon signs and billboards in the annals of roadside kitsch? That remains to be seen. But in the race to establish wireless infrastructure any design that works is fair game. Says Mark Reed, director of Industry Relations at TeleStructures, "It's a way to skin the cat." V Pratt Cassity is the director of the Office of Preservation Services at the University ofGeoQn*a School of Environmental Design. He abo serves as executive director of the NationalAlliance ofPresemation Commissions. txwl; JW.IVT.. Annual StanwidePmorraEtonC6afrence DairomitleArk,Nw.1-2 Sponsored by the H(awiclPiearxvation Rlliancro(Adcsmes. {"anta t (50l) 3724757. "Changing rnaes"t DC Preservation League Anmut Con(areace, Wash 6mn, D.C., Note 2: Cmwrt (202)737.1513. Seminar for Historical Administration, Williatrtsbwg, Va., Nov. 2-23. Cosponsored by Colonial Williamsburg Fotmdation,AmeximaAssociation of Museums, American Association for State and Local Hietvey, National That for Historic (5eservation, and National Pads Service. Contact (757) 220-2211. "Twenty Tools that Protect Historic Resources After an Earthquake: LessonsLearned from die Nordtrid Eardtquake,"BeAuley,Calif.,Nov. 15; Los Angeles, Nov. 22. Workshops sponsored by the California Preservation Foundation. Contact (510)763-0972. worth knowing continued from page 3 Main Street programs. A summary report, The Report on Compensation, Finance and TechnolagyAmmagStatetvide, Localand Main Street Preservation Organizations, is now available to Forum members for $3.50, to cover postage and handling. The report includes analysis of the salaries of top professionals by membership and budget size of organizations and profiles investment practices, benefits, compensation, and the use of computer and communi- cations systems and software. Contact the compensation survey coordinator at Trust headquarters, (202) 588-6120. V Balancing Natural ea' Cultural Issues in the Preservation of Historic Landscapes: Selected Papers from the National Association forOlmsted Parks Conferencecomprises six plenary papers from the April 1995 conference at the Bihmore estate cosponsored by the National Park Service and the U.S. Forest Service. To order a copy, send a check or money order for $6.95 with your name and address to the National Association for Olmsted Parks, 7315 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 504-E, Bethesda, MD 20814. V A special issue of the APT BULLETIN, "Museums in Historic Buildings," spotlights the uneasy marriage between historic buildings and the museum artifacts they house. The 64-page publication includes the text of the New Orleans Chatter for the Joint Preservation of Historic Structures and Artifacts, which sets forth a strategy for reconciling the needs of objects and structures, as well as scholarly articles examining the problem from theoretical, historical, and practical perspectives. One copy costs $25 ($20 for APT members) plus $5 for shipping and handling. Contact the Association for Preservation Technology at (540) 373-1621. e 8oO4rao Lind i 1996 National Lesdeft*' Forum, (., NOW 17-19. Sponsored by the Nations( Center for (8Ao) 88.362& d Office 25th+Anniversary Celebration, San Francisco, pone fedbytheNadmulInisLC xwris(475)356-01616, DECEMBER 23rdAnnual DHdeemon thestrand, Galvesron,Tm, Dec 7-8. Vlcrorian- style celebration and entertainment sponsored by the Galveston Historical Foundation. Contact (4o9)T65-7834 JANUARY American Historical Association Annual Conference, Chicago, Ill., Jan.2-5. Gmacr(202)544-2424, "Twenty Tools that protect Historic Resources Abu an Earthquake: Lessons Leanedfrom the Northridge Earthquake," Palm Springs, Calif, Jan. 17; Eureka, Jan. 24. Workshops sponsored by the California Preservation Foundation. Contact (510) 763-0972. "Perapectiw on the Decorative Arts in Early America," Wmterdids Winter Institute,. Winterthur, Del., Jan 19-Feb.7. Cmaw (302) 888-4643. IN REPLY REFE0. TO: H32(2255) Dear Colleague: United States Department of the NATIONAL PARK SERVICE P.O. Box 37127 Wuhingcon, D.C. 20013-7127 1 No CITY OF LA`_" i NTA of oNNI\G DE'PABWENT I am pleased to enclose for your review and comment proposed revisions to 36 CFR 61, "Procedures for State, Tribal, and Local Government Historic Preservation Programs." 36 CFR 61 provides the regulatory framework for the operation of State Historic Preservation Offices and Certified Local Governments (CLGs). These proposed revisions are a result of extensive consultation with our State and local partners. The sections relating to Tribal Government, historic preservation programs are currently reserved pending additional consultation. The proposed changes are intended to provide more flexibility in State Historic Preservation Office staffing, State Review Board membership and operations, and carrying out State Historic Preservation Officer responsibilities. There are also proposals related to the necessary elements of CLG local ordinances and local commission membership and operations. Some of the proposed changes are necessary because of the 1992 Amendments to the National Historic Preservation Act. Other changes are proposed to reduce the regulatory burden on, and provide more flexibility for, State and local historic preservation programs. Much of this has been done pursuant to the President's Regulatory Reinvention initiative. Also, the evolution and growing maturity of State and local offices in the national historic preservation program have eliminated the need for some of the more detailed and restrictive requirements. Please send your written comments by December 2, 1996, to: Chief, Heritage Preservation Services Program National Center for Cultural Resource Stewardship and Partnership Programs National Park Service P.O. Box 37127 Washington, D.C. 20013-7127 Attention: John W. Renaud Comments may be faxed to (202) 343-6004, or sent by E-mail to "John Renaud @nps.gov". Copies of the proposed changes to 36 CFR 61 are available electronically through the World Wide Web, the Internet, and through the National Park Service's E-mail system. I have enclosed a summary of the steps necessary to obtain this information. If you have any questions, please consult John W. Renaud at (202) 343-1059 or as indicated above. Sincerely, de Teel Patterson Tiller Acting Chief, Heritage Preservation Services Program Enclosures t• 023 National Park Service National Center For Cultural Resource Stewardship and Partnerships Heritage Preservation Services Program METHODS FOR REVIEWING ON THE INTERNET OR OVER E-MAIL THE PROPOSED REVISIONS TO 36 CFR 61 Using Directly T'he General Printing Office IGPO) Web Site: 1. Go to the GPO web site at the following address: http://www.access.gpo.gov/su_docs 2. Select "Electronic Information: Online, On -Demand & Locator Services" 3. Click on "Connection to the Online Databases" 4. Click on "1995 and 1996 Federal Register" 5. Make sure that there is an "X" in the box for "1996 Federal Register" 6. Put an X' in the proposed rules box 7. Enter "110/02/96" in the Issue Date: Date Range Box 8. Make Sure that the "ON" option is filled 9. Enter "page 51536" -- including the quotation marks -- in the "Search Terms" box 10. Click on the "Submit" button 11. Click on "TEXT" At this point, you should have the full text of the proposed revisions to 36 CFR 61 on your screen. Using The NPS Web Site To Link To The General Printing Office IGPO) Web Sate: 1. Go to the NIPS Cultural Resources Web Site at the following address: http://www,cr.nps.gov/ 2. Click on "Help Yourself" 3. Move down to "INTERNET LINKS" 4. Click on "Historic Preservation Documents Published By GPO In The Federal Reoister. The Conaressionai Record, Etc." 5. Once at the GPO Web Site, follow the steps above. (These steps apply both to on-line and remote users of CC:Mail. The regulation will be in WordPerfect5.1) 1. Log onto cc:Mail 2. Prepare: a message to Dennis Burnett 3. For the subject line, type exactly as follows: 36cfr61 4. No more is needed; send the message. The regulation will be sent back to you automatically. L1r4r1r-1flt= 41IMN. 1. Make :cure that your E-mail supports file attachments. If not, you may have difficulty in obtaining 36 CFR 61 by this method 2. Send a message to Dennis_Burnett@nps.gov 3. For the: subject line, type exactly as follows: 36cfr61 4. No more is needed; the regulation will be sent back to you automatically. .Im., 1 024 Wednesday October 2, 1996 Part III Department of the Interior National Park Service 36 CFR Part 61 Procedures for State, Tribal and Local Government Historic Preservation Programs; Proposed Rule �• 025 51536 Federal Register / Vol. 61, No. 192 / Wednesday, October 2, 1996 / Proposed Rules DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR National Park Service 36 CFR Part 61 RIN 1024-AC44 Procedures for State, Tribal and Local Government Historic Preservation Programs AGENCY: National Park Service, Interior. ACTION: Proposed rule. SUMMARY: The National Park Service (NPS) proposes to revise the requirements for State and local historic preservation programs as well as the way NPS administers these programs. The proposed changes are intended to provide more flexibility in State historic preservation office staffing., State Historic Preservation Review Board membership and operations, and carrying out State Historic Preservation Officer responsibilities. This proposed revision also officially recognizes the growing role of tribal historic preservation programs. Some of the proposed changes we necessary because of the 1992 amendments to the National Historic Preservation Act (the Act). Other changes are proposed to reduce the regulatory burden on, and provide more flexibility for, State and local historic preservation programs as well as NPS. Much of this has been done pursuant to the President's Regulatory Reinvention Initiative and Executive Order 12866. Also, the evolution and growing maturity of State and local offices in the national historic preservation program have eliminated the need for some of the more detailed and restrictive requirements. Repetition, advice, and quotations from the Act are no longer needed and are removed from this regulation. DATES: Written comments will be accepted through December 2,1996. ADDRESSES: All comments concerning this proposed regulation should be addressed to: Chief, Heritage Preservation Services Division, National Center for Cultural Resource Stewardship and Partnership Programs, National Park Service, P.O. Box 37127, Washington, D.C. 20013-7127; Attention: John W. Renaud. Comments may be hand -delivered or overnight mailed to 800 North Capitol Street, NW. Suite 200, Washington, D.C. 20002. Comments may be sent FAX'ed to 202- 343-6004 or by E-mail to John_Renaud@nps.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Johr W. Renaud, 202-343-1059, FAX 202- 343-6004. John_Renaud@nps.gov (E- mail). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background 36 CFR Part 61 is promulgated pursuant to the Act (16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.) that created the national historic preservation program as a partnership among Federal, State, tribal and local governments, nonprofit organizations, commercial organizations, and private individuals. The Act also created a mechanism for funding this partnership, the Historic Preservation Fund. This partnership is dedicated to the preservation of irreplaceable historic and archeological resources that provide the foundation of the Nation's heritage. Through this partnership the vital legacy of cultural, educational, aesthetic, inspirational, and economic benefits of our historical patrimony will be maintained and enriched for future generations of Americans. 36 CFR Part 61 provides the regulatory framework for voluntary participation by State, local, and tribal governments in the national historic preservation program. These programs are administered by the Secretary of the Interior operating through the Director of the NPS. As of the date of publication of this proposed revision to this rule, all 59 States and territories participate in the program, as do more than 1000 local governments. The tribal portion (currently reserved) of this proposed regulatory revision could lead to the participation in the national historic preservation program of the more than 500 federally recognized Indian tribes, Native Alaskan corporations, and Native Hawaiian organizations. When guidance on tribal programs is promulgated and tribal historic preservation programs are approved pursuant to the Act, a tribal government will have a role in the national historic preservation program that is similar to the role of a State. NPS is responsible for providing national standards, guidance, and technical assistance to the State and local historic preservation programs. NPS also provides quality control and an appeals mechanism for the activities funded by the Historic Preservation Fund grants- in-aid and matching monies. The responsibility for most decision making in the programs and the selection of specific projects and activities lies with each State, tribal, and local government based on its needs and the needs of its customers. Public participation is a crucial part in guiding the course of State and local historic preservation to changes in statute and the evolution of the national historic preservation program. The National Historic Preservation Act Amendments of 1992 (Title XL of Pub L. 102-575) made a number of substantive and technical changes to the subject matter covered by these rules. Whole new program mandates (such as tribal preservation programs) were added to the Act and many refinements were made to existing programs such as State Historic; Preservation Officer responsibilities and the periodic evaluation of State programs. Much of the language in the 1984 regulation dealt with the establishment of the certified local government (CLG) program and the establishment of a system for periodic evaluation of State Historic Preservation Offices. These programs now have been in operation for over a decade. The regulation needs to reflect the current maturity of these programs. For some topics (such as the periodic evaluations of State programs), the 1984 regulation set up a system that was more restrictive than is now deemed necessary. This regulatory revision proposes to build more flexibility into the regulation, rely more on State and local goverment programs, and reduce the standard, minimum oversight while retaining the ability to increase oversight irk individual cases when needed. Aside from the 1992 Amendments to the Act, NPS became aware of the need for changes to these rules through day- to-day administration of the program, as well as through communication with partners in the national historic preservation program. Revision of 36 CFR Part 61 is the appropriate means to solve many of the problems identified above. The 1984 regulation is so narrowly defined that it limits the range of approaches available both to the Secretary in the administration of the progrant and to State and local governments in running the day-to-day operations of the programs. The national historic preservation program has grown in competency, responsibility, and accountability over the years. There also has been a maturation in the professional practice of historic preservation. There is every k.�eason to believe that these trends will. continue. 36 CFR Part 61 needs to acknowledge that change will be constant. By placing more reliance on State and local governments, by eliminating unnecessary detail and procedures, and programs. by expressing a more flexible oversight This proposed revision to 36 CFR Part philosophy, 36 CFR Part 61 can reduce 61 is necessary because the current the need for a future rulemaking. regulation (promulgated in 1984) has The penalties for noncompliance as become outmoded and incomplete due specified in this proposed ndemaking •W. , 026 Federal Register / Vol. 61, No. 192 / Wednesday, October 2, 1996 / Proposed Rules 51537 involve the ability to retain approved program status. These are mandated by statute. The regulationalso refers to government -wide requirements for Federal grants that include noncompliance penalties ranging from increased oversight and reporting, to recovery of Federal funds, to suspension from the program until requirements are met. Monitoring these regulatory requirements is accomplished through a periodic review of State Programs; with quality control of documents such as National Register nominations and Preservation Tax Incentive applications that are forwarded by the State to NPS; and by evaluation of standard reports on the accomplishments made using Federal grant money. 36 CFR Part 61 provides the general procedural framework for State, local, and tribal (reserved) historic preservation programs. Procedures can be found elsewhere for specific activities carried out by those programs and referred to in this document, e.g., 36 CFR Part 60 for the National Register of Historic Places, 36 CFR Part 67 for Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives, etc. National standards and guidance on general topics of applicability such as survey, planning, treatment of historic properties, and professional qualifications can be found in the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation that can be obtained from the NPS. Section -by -Section Analysis This proposed revision includes a number of general and organizational changes to the regulation promulgated in 1984. The title of the regulation has been changed by removing the word "approved" and by adding tribal programs. The word "approved" also has been deleted from section titles. The word "approved" implied too much emphasis on the oversight role of the NPS. While oversight is part of the purpose of the regulation, it is not the entire focus of it. 36 CFR Part 61 defines the roles for all of the national historic preservation program partners. These responsibilities, not the oversight, are the key items of this regulation. Tribal programs were added to the title pursuant to section 101(d) of the Act, and in recognition of their growing role in the national historic preservation program partnership. The sections of 36 CFR Part 61 have been reordered to put the State -related sections together, the local government sections together, arad the tribal sections together. Previously, all "approval" sections were together and all grants sections were together. This proposal reduces the need for the user to jump around the regulation to find needed information. Sections 61.8 and 61.9 have been reserved for tribal historic preservation programs. These sections will be published in the Federal Register at a later date. All repetition has been eliminated within 36 CFR Part 61. Quotations from the Act have been eliminated. In the 1984 promulgation of this regulation, whole sections of the Act were repeated with little expansion or interpretation. In cases where little elaboration of statutory language was needed (such as with most of the responsibilities of the State Historic Preservation Officer), this proposed revision provides a citation to the specific section of the Act rather than quoting it. Language has been removed when it is unnecessary for comprehension of a topic. Procedural details and titles that are subject to change have also been removed. Examples include (1) the listing of subparts in the definition of the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation, (2) the listing of how the NPS will organize its periodic evaluation of State Historic Preservation Offices, and (3) the statement of how often the NPS will issue revisions to the National Register Programs Guideline. m Advice and exaples, such as possible methods to obtain temporary professional assistance, also have been removed from the regulation. Numerous editorial changes have also been made that will not be discussed in detail in this document. Section 61.1 Authorization for comparable Federal procedures upon approval by the Secretary. Examples include accounting methods, cash management and internal audit controls and procedures. In the spirit of reinventing government, this revision recognizes the competence, objectivity and accountability of governments at all levels. Prior approval by the Secretary protects the interests of the Federal Government and the intent of the Act. The grandfather clause (formerly located in subsection 61 ,t(d) that concerns State staff) has been moved to this section and broadened to include State Review Board members and CLG Commission members. Whenever the mandatory historic preservation professional qualification standards change, an individual officially qualified under the former Standards and still serving on State staff, a State Review Board, or a CLG commission may be considered to be professionally qualified as long as he/she continues to hold that position. Section 61.4 State Programs 61.4(b) This section has been revised to eliminate redundancy and to add tribal references. Section 61.2 Definitions Those terms defined in the -Act that do not need any regulatory interpretation have been dropped from this proposal. Instead, specific cross references to the sections of the Act containing definitions have been provided. Section 61.3 Implementation of This Part 61 A new subsection has been added that describes the NPS approach to administering the programs described in 36 CFR Part 61. It is a flexible approach drawn largely from OMB Circular A- 102, as implemented in the Department of Interior through 43 CFR Part 12. A new subsection has been added that authorizes State, tribal, or local government fiscal audit and management systems to be substituted The quotation of State Historic Preservation Officer responsibilities enumerated in the Act has been replaced by a citation to Section 101(b)(3) of the Act. 61.4(b)(1) An updated description of comprehensive statewide historic preservation planning has been added that more clearly describes the purpose of the statewide plan. 61.4(b)(2) This new paragraph has been added to clarify that, though each State is required to conduct surveys for "historic properties" (i.e., properties eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places) and maintain an inventory of such properties, it is permissible, and important for each State to maintain an inventory of what is known about the presence or absence of historic properties within its boundaries. For example, when choosing a location for a new economic development project so as not to harm historic properties, it would be helpful and cost effective for project planners to know that an area has been intensively surveyed two years previously for both archeological and architectural/ historical resources and nothing was found. 61.4(b)(3) The subsection regarding public participation was formerly subsection 61.4(f) and has been revised to reflect e.';" 027 51538 Federal Register / Vol. 61, No. 192 / Wednesday, October 2, 1996 / Proposed Rules the flexibility that is possible (e.g., within the National Register nomination process) while meeting the requirements of the Act. 61.4(b)(4) This subsection on contracts and cooperative agreements was formerly subsection 61.4(g). 61.4(c) This new subsection acknowledges that there may be temporary situations during which it would not make sense to require a State Historic Preservation Officer to carry out all of the statutory responsibilities. Examples might include emergencies or other conditions that compel a State Historic Preservation Officer to concentrate staffing and financial resources on certain activities and thus delay or curtail other responsibilities. 61.4(d) State Program Review. This section, formerly subsection 61.4(c), has been revised to reflect the changes made by the 1992 Amendments to the Act and to remove the procedural details from the regulation. 61.4(d)(1) Pursuant to the Act, State programs now will be evaluated for "consistency" rather than "compliance" with the Act. The evaluation will take place at least once every four years rather than once every two to three years. This proposed revision reflects the flexibility provided for in the Act without preventing a more frequent program evaluation if necessary. The former detailed description of how each evaluation will be conducted has been removed because experience since 1984 has revealed that it restricted the flexibility necessary to administer the program. 61.4(d)(2) Proposed new language in this paragraph provides more flexibility in the process used to evaluate State programs. 61.4(d)(3) New language has been proposed that reflects the 1992 Amendments to the Act. State program approval will be continued if the program is "consistent with the Act," and disapproval will take place only if a State is found to have "major program aspects" inconsistent with the Act. Minor inconsistencies, even though they may require correction, cannot be grounds for disapproving the entire program as part of the State program review process. A technical correction has been made to make it clear that the Secretary has the authority to take immediate action to disapprove a State program if the situation warrants. 61.4(e) State Staff. The proposed changes to this subsection, formerly subsection 61.4(d), are largely editorial and technical. Inasmuch as Appendix A has been eliminated (see below), the historic Preservation professional qualifications now refer to the "Secretary's Standards." The annual certification that the State has a fully qualified staff has been removed from the regulation. By applying for its annual grant, the State Historic Preservation Officer is confirming that all program prerequisites (including a qualified staff) are, and will continue to be, met. Each State generally can be relied upon to inform NPS when there is a vacancy in required staff. Consequently, detailed notification requirements are no longer needed in this regulation. 61.4(f) State Review Board. Formerly subsection 61.4(e), the professional disciplines required in this subsection for each State's Review Board have been changed to match the requirements for State staff, i.e., each Review Board must include the disciplines of history, architectural history and either prehistoric or historic archeology. Architecture has been dropped as a national requirement but most likely will be represented on Review Boards because of the usefulness of that expertise. Following the logic of the expanded statutory definition of "State Historic Preservation Review Board" in the Act (see Section 301(12)), the required "professional majority" in Review Board membership may be drawn from any of the disciplines defined in the Secretary's historic preservation professional qualification standards. Each State can be relied upon to select a professional composition for its Review Board that best fits the State's historic resources and the historic preservation needs within the State. These "professional qualification" requirements apply to whatever State board or boards, commissions, etc., that carry out the Review Board responsibilities specified in this regulation that normally require access to specialized historic preservation expertise. The minimum required number of Review Board meetings has been changed from three to one per year. Each State is expected to convene its Review Board as often as is necessary to complete its work in a timely fashion. The minimum number of meetings required will vary from State to State and from year to year. The regulatory change is being proposed to avoid requiring meetings that might not be needed. The language regarding Appendix A, the annual certification of the State Review Board, and vacancy on a State Review Board has been removed for reasons that parallel those described above for the revisions to section 61.4(e). Section 61.5 Grants to State Programs The proposed changes to this section, formerly § 61.6, include a new name, and the changes are all editorial, technical, or discussed in the general changes section. Section 61.6 Certified Local Government Programs This section, formerly § 61.5, has been renamed, reoriented, reorganized and greatly reduced in length. A large number of editorial changes have been made in this section, but relatively few substantive changes are proposed. In the 1984 version, much of the language in this section mandated how each State must establish its procedures for certifying local governments. Since 1985, every eligible State has had NPS- approved procedures. In this proposed revision, the lengthy and detailed language on how to establish State procedures has been replaced by much shorter language concerning the maintenance and amendment of State procedures. 61.6(e)(i) Pursuant to the 1992 Amendments to the Act, this subsection has been changed to require that State and local designation and protection legislation meet the definition of "designation" and "protection" in the Act. Section 61.7 Subgrants to Certified Local Governments This section has been renamed, reoriented, reorganized and greatly reduced in length. The changes parallel those described above for the revisions to Section 61.6. In addition, the following revisions are proposed: Inasmuch as CLG subgrants are treated like any other subgnint, all language specifying standard subgrant requirements has been eliminated from this section and replaced with a single statement that standard requirements must be met as specified in the National Register Programs Guideline. The old section exempting the District of Columbia from this CLG:subgrant section has been eliminated as .•. 028 Federal Register / Vol. 61, No. 192 / Wednesday, October 2, 1996 / Proposed Rules 51539 unnecessary inasmuch as it is exempted in Section 61.6 from the entire CLG program. Section 61.8 Tribal Programs [Reserved] This new section has been added and reserved for later use. Section 61.9 Grants to Tribal Programs [Reserved] This new section has been added and reserved for later use. Section 61.10 Waiver This section, formerly § 61.8, is redesignated § 61.10 and is mostly unchanged. Section 61.11 Information Collection Requirements [Reserved] This section, formerly § 61.9, is redesignated and reserved. After OMB approval of the information collection requirements, this section will be updated at the final rule to reflect program changes and the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Appendix A to Part 61—Professional Qqualifications Standards This Appendix has been dropped as redundant to the historic preservation professional qualification standards found in the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation. Appendix B to Part 61—Information sources This revision to 36 CFR Part 61 proposes the elimination of Appendix B as growing too large, too quickly becoming out of date and not as necessary as it was in 1984. The 1984 version contained names, addresses and phone numbers of NPS Regional Offices and State Historic Preservation Offices; there were no CLGs at that time. Some of that information became out of date within a year of publication. An Appendix B updated to 1996 would become almost twenty times longer with the addition of CLGs. At some point, tribal historic preservation offices, and Federal agency historic preservation offices would need to be added. A list with more than a thousand entries (not including tribes, Federal agencies and new CLGs) would become out of date faster than the 1984 list of 62 entries. The growth of technological tools, such as E-mail, FAX machines and the Internet, makes the need to have such a list of information sources in 36 CFR Part 61 unnecessary. Public Participation It is the policy of the Department of the Interior, whenever practicable, to afford the public an opportunity to participate in the rulemaking process. Accordingly, interested persons may submit written comments regarding this rule to the address noted at the beginning of this rulemaking. The NPS will review all comments and consider making changes to the rule based upon an analysis of the comments. Drafting Information The primary author of this rule is John W. Renaud, Heritage Preservation Services Division, National Center for Cultural Resource Stewardship and Partnership Programs, National Park Service, P.O. Box 37127, Washington, DC 20013-7127. Paperwork Reduction Act The collection of information contained in this section has previously been approved by the Office of Management and Budget under 44 U.S.C. 3507, et seq., and assigned clearance number 1024-0038. This approval expired in January 1996 and renewal of this approval has been submitted to OMB. The information is being collected as part of the process of reviewing the procedures and programs of State and local governments participating in the national historic preservation program. The information will be used to evaluate those procedures and programs. The obligation to respond is required to obtain a benefit. The public reporting burden for the collection of this information is estimated to average 14.06 hours per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing the burden, to Information Collection Officer, National Park Service, 800 North Capitol Street, Washington, D.C. 20001; and the Office of Management and Budget, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Attention: Desk Officer for the Department of the Interior (1024-0038). Washington, D.C. 20503. Compliance With Other Laws This rule was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866. The Department of the Interior determined that this document will not have a significant economic effect on a substantial number of small entities under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.). The economic effects of this rulemaking are negligible. The Service has determined and certifies pursuant to the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act, 2 U.S.C. 1502 et seq., that this proposed rule will not impose a cost of $100 million or more in any given year on local,. State, or tribal governments or private entities. The NPS has determined that this proposed rulemaking will not have a significant effect on the quality of the human environment, health and safety because it is not expected to: (a) increase public use to the extent of compromising the nature and character of the area or causing physical damage to it; (b) introduce incompatible uses which compromise the nature and characteristics of the area or cause physical damage to it; (c) conflict with adjacent ownership or land uses; or (d) cause a nuisance to adjacent owners or occupants. Based on this determination, the regulation is categorically excluded from the procedural requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) by Departmental guidelines in 516 DM 6 (49 FR 21438). As such, neither an Environmental Assessment (EA) nor an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) has been prepared. List of Subjects in 36 CFR'. Part 61 Grant programs -natural resources, Historic preservation, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements. in consideration of the forgoing, 36 CFR Chapter I is proposed to be amended as follows: 1. 36 CFR Part 61 is revised to read as follows: PART 61—PROCEDURES FOR STATE, TRIBAL AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAMS Sec. 61.1 Authorization. 61.2 Definitions. 61.3 Implementation of this part 61. 61.4 State programs. 61.5 Grants to State programs. 61.6 Certified local government programs. 61.7 Subgrants to certified local governments. 61.8 Tribal programs. [Reserved] 61.9 Grants to Tribal programs. [Reserved] 61.10 Waiver. 61.11 Information collection. [Reserved) Authority: 16 U.S.C. 470 et seq. §61.1 Authorization. The National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.): A. 029 51540 Federal Register / Vol. 61, No. 192 / Wednesday, October 2, 1996 / Proposed Rules (a) Requires the Secretary of the Interior (Secretary) to promulgate regulations for: (1) Approving State historic preservation programs; (2) Certifying local governments to cant' out the purposes of the Act; (3) The allocation by the State of a share of the grants received by the State under the Act to certified local governments (CLGs); and (4) Assisting Indian tribes in preserving their particular historic properties. (b) Directs the Secretary to administer a program of grants-in-aid to the States and Indian tribes for historic preservation projects and programs approved by the Secretary; and `c) Requires the Secretary to make available information concerning professional standards, methods, and techniques for the preservation of historic properties and the administration of historic preservation programs. §61.2 Definitions. As used in this part: (a) All terms defined in the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, have the same meaning as provided by that statute. See especially Sections 101(a), 101(b)(1), 101(c)(4), 106 and 301 of the Act. (b) Act means the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, (I6 U.S.C. 470 at seq.) (c) Chief elected local official means the elected head of a local government. (d) The National Register Programs Guideline means the official NPS document that establishes administrative procedures and guidelines for historic preservation programs of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and the State, tribal and local governments supported by the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) or matching funds. (a) The Secretary's Standards and Guidelines means the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation, that provide broad national policy guidance on archeological and historic preservation practices, methods and qualifications. (f) State historic preservation program or State program means those activities listed in Section 301(b)(3) of the Act as responsibilities of the "State Historic Preservation Officer". §61.3 Implementation of this part 61. (a) NPS policy of management by exception. The regulations in this part will be implemented in such a way, where it is feasible to be consistent with its terms, as to: (1) Rely to the maximum extent feasible on State, tribal and local government systems of financial and program administration that meet Federal standards; (2) Presume that historic preservation programs are managed in an accountable way unless situations indicate the contrary; and (3) Limit the use of direct Federal management review procedures to high risk situations, to new programs or to activities more appropriately overseen at the Federal level. (b) At the discretion of the Secretary, each State, tribal and local government may substitute its own fiscal audit and management systems for comparable fiscal audit and management requirements issued by the Secretary, so long as the system establishes and maintains substantially similar accounting standards and provides for independent peer review. (c) The National Register Programs Guideline. NPS will maintain this Guideline to ensure that each State, certified local government, tribal government, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation meets the requirements of the Act and of applicable regulations in performing historic preservation activities, pursuant to the Act. (d) The Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines. The National Register Programs Guideline will include The Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation. The Standards and Guidelines will be used by NPS as the technical performance standards for matters covered by this part. (a) Each State staff, State Review Board member and certified local government Commission member approved by the Secretary as meeting the Secretary's Professional Qualification Standards will retain that status, regardless of any subsequent changes in the Standards, until such time as that individual no longer is employed by the State office, serves on the State Review Board, or serves on the certified local government Commission with which that individual was affiliated as of the date of that individual's approval. (f) Publications mentioned in this part can be obtained by contacting: Heritage Preservation Services Division, National Center for Cultural Resource Stewardship and Partnership Programs, National Park Service, P.O. Box 37127, Washington, D.C. 20013-7127. §61.4 Stateprograms. (a) A State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) will be appointed or designated by the Governor to administer the State historic preservation program. (b) It will be the responsibility of the SHPO to carry out the duties and activities described in section 101 (b)(3) of the Act. In performing those duties and activities: (1) The SHPO will carry out an historic preservation planning process that includes the development and implementation of a comprehensive statewide historic preservation plan that provides guidance for effective decision making about historic and cultural resource preservation throughout the State. (2) In addition to State activities to survey and maintain inventories of historic properties, eligible activities also include efforts to record a broad rangge of properties in order to obtain: (11 Comparative data valuable in determining the National Register eligibility of properties; (ii) Information on properties that may become eligible for the National Register of Historic Places with the passage of time; and/or (iii) Information on the absence of historic properties to be used in planning for public and private development projects. (3) The State will provide for adequate public participation in the State historic preservationprogram as a whole. As part of the process of recommending a property to the National Register, the State will comply with the consultation and notification procedures contained in 36 CFR part 60. The State may authorize other persons or entities to fulfill the notice requirements in 36 CFR part 60. The State also may authorize the Local Preservation Commission of a certified local government to act for the State Review Board for the purpose of considering National Register nominations within its jurisdiction, provided the Commissionmeets the professional qualifications required for the State Review Board when considering such nominations. With the consent of all property owners in a nomination and the chief elected local official, the State Review Board or the Local Commission acting on its behalf may consider the nomination without a face-to-face meeting. (4) The State may carry out all or any part of its responsibilities by contract or cooperative agreement with any qualified nonprofit organization, educational institution, or otherwise pursuant to State law. However, the nil Federal Register / Vol. 61, No. 192 / Wednesday, October 2, 1996 / Proposed Rules 51541 State may not delegate its responsibility for compliance with grant assistance terms and conditions. (c) The Secretary will consider individual State proposals that include fewer than all of the SHPO duties in the Act in cases where the historic resources and needs would be better served for a specified period by implementing an alternative approach. (d) Procedures for review and approval of State historic preservation programs. (1) The Secretary will evaluate each State program for consistency with the Act periodically, but not less often than every four years, and will provide the: State with written findings and analyses that highlight program strengths and weaknesses. A State program will be approved by the Secretary if the Secretary determines that it meets the program requirements of paragraphs (a), (b), (a) and (f) of this section. (2) The Secretary may use on -site and/ or off -site inquiries to perform the evaluation. (3) Approval method. (i) Each State with a program determined to be consistent with the Act will receive timely written notice from the Secretary that its approved status is continued. (if) Each State found to have major program aspects not consistent with the Act will receive timely written notice of deficiencies from the Secretary, along with required actions for correcting them. Unless circumstances warrant immediate action, the Secretary will defer making a decision on program approval for a specified period to allow the State to correct deficiencies or present a justifiable plan and timetable for correcting deficiencies. During this period, the Slate has the opportunity to appeal to the Secretary any findings and requirements. (iii) A State successfully resolving deficiencies will receive timely written notice from the Secretary that its approved status is continued. Once approved status is renewed, a State generally will not be reviewed until the next regular evaluation period, although evaluations may be conducted more often if the Secretary deems this necessary. (iv) A State with deficiencies that warrant immediate action or that remain after the expiration of the period specified pursuant to paragraph (d)(3)(ii) of this section will receive written notice from the Secretary that its approved status is removed. The Secretary will theninitiate financial suspension and other actions in accordance with administrative guidelines specified in the National Register Programs Guideline and appplicable regulatory requirements. l4) Instructions on carrying out the evaluation process are provided in the National Register Programs Guideline. (e) A professionally qualified staff will be appointed or employed by the State historic preservation program. (1) Except as approved pursuant to paragraph (e)(2) of this section, the staff will include at a minimum, one individual meeting The Secretary's Standards and Guidelines professional qualifications for history, one individual meeting the qualifications for historic or prehistoric archeology and one individual meeting the qualifications for architectural history. The State will determine the qualifications for staff positions in addition to this required minimum. (2) The Secretary will consider individual proposals made by States whose historic resources, needs or circumstances would be better served or met by an alternative staff composition. (3) When a staff position required by paragraph (e)(1) of this section becomes vacant, the State will ensure that the vacancy is filled in a timely manner. In the interim, the State will ensure that technical matters are addressed by appropriately qualified individuals. A vacancy in a required position that persists for more than six months will be cause for review and appropriate action by the Secretary. (f) An adequate and qualified State historic preservation Review Board will be appointed by the SHPO unless an alternative method of appointment is provided by State law. (1) All Review Board members will have demonstrated competence, interest or knowledge in historic preservation. A majority of Review Board members will meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards. Among the members meeting the Professional Qualification Standards will be individuals who meet the Standards for history, prehistoric archeology or historical archeology, and architectural history. One person may meet the Standards for more than one required discipline. The State will determine qualifications for any additional Review Board members. (2) The Secretary will consider individual proposals made by States whose historic resources, needs or circumstances would be better served or met by an alternative Review Board composition. (3) When a required Review Board position becomes vacant, the State will ensure that the vacancy is filled in a timely manner. In the interim, the State will ensure that the Review Board has access to advice from appropriately qualified individuals. A lapse of more than one year in filling the vacancy will be cause for review and appropriate action by the Secretary. (4) The State Review Board will meet at least once a year and will adopt written procedures governing its operations consistent with the provisions of this section and with the National Register Programs Guideline. (5) State Review Board responsibilities include, but need not be limited to, the following: (i) Reviewing and making recommendations on National Register nomination proposals; (if) Participating in the review of appeals to National Register nominations; and (iii) Providing advice to the State on the full range of Historic Preservation Fund -supported activities, as described in Section lot (b)(3) of the Act. § 61.5 Grants to State programs. (a) Each State with ail approved State program will be eligible for grants-in-aid from the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF). (b) Administration o1HPF matching grants-in-aid will be in accordance with the Act, the National Register Programs Guideline, OMB Circular A-128 and 43 CFR part 12. Failure by a State to meet these requirements will be cause for appropriate action by the Secretary. §61.6 Certified local govemment programs. (a) All approved State programs will provide a mechanism for certifying local governments (CLGs) to participate in the National program. (b) All approved State historic preservation programs will maintain procedures approved by the Secretary for the certification of local governments. Procedures also will be maintained for removal of certified local government status for cause. The State will submit any proposed amendments to its procedures to the Secretary for approval. The Secretary will act on such proposals within 45 days of receipt. (c) When a local government certification request has been approved by the State in accordance with the State's approved certification process, the State will prepare a written certification agreement that lists the specific responsibilities of the local government. The State will submit to the Secretary such information as is necessary for the Secretary to certify the local government pursuant to the Act and this part. If the Secretary does not take exception to the proposed certification within 15 working days of 031 51542 Federal Register / Vol. 61, No. 192 / Wednesday,. October 2, 1996 / Proposed Rules receipt, the local government will be regarded as certified by the Secretary. (d) Beyond the minimum responsibilities set out in the Act for all CLGs, the State may make delegations of responsibility to individual CLGs. However, these delegations may not include the State's overall responsibility derived from the National Historic Preservation Act, as amended, or where specified by law or regulation. (a) The State must ensure that each local government satisfies the following minimum requirements as conditions for certification. Each certified local government will: (1) Enforce appropriate State or local legislation for the designation and protection of historic properties. The State will define what constitutes apropriate legislation, as long as: rDesignation provisions include the identification and registration of properties for protection that meet criteria established by the State or the locality for significant historic and prehistoric resources within the jurisdiction of the local government; (ii) Protection provisions include a local review process under State or local law for proposed demolitions of, changes to, or other action that may affect historic properties as described in pari�'aph (e)(1)(i) of this section; and (fif) T'he legislation otherwise is consistent with the Act. (2) Establish by State or local law and maintain an adequate and qualified historic preservation review commission (Commission). All Commission members will have a demonstrated interest, competence or knowledge in historic preservation. (i) The State will encourage certified local governments to include individuals meeting the Secretary's Professional Qualification Standards among the membership of the Commission, to the extent that such individuals are available in the community. (if) The State may specify the minimum number of Commission members that must meet the Secretary's Professional Qualification Standards. The State may also specify which, if any, of the disciplines listed in the Standards must be represented on the Commission. Membership requirements set by the State for Commissions will not be more stringent or comprehensive than its requirements for the State Review Board. (iii) Provided that the Commission is otherwise adequate and qualified to carry out the responsibilities delegated to it, a local government may be certified without the minimum number or types of disciplines established in State procedures, if it can demonstrate that it has made a reasonable effort to fill those positions, or that an alternative composition of the Commission best meets the needs of the Commission and of the local government. (iv) The State will make available to each Commission orientation materials and training designed to provide a working knowledge of the roles and operations of Federal, State and local historic preservation programs, and historic preservation in general. (3) Maintain a system for the survey and inventory of historic properties. The State will ensure that such systems and the data that they produce can be readily integrated into statewide inventories and appropriate State and local planning processes. (4) Provide for adequate public participation in the historic preservation program as a whole. The State will provide each CLG with appropriate guidance on mechanisms to ensure adequate public participation in the local historic preservation program. (5) Satisfactorily perform the responsibilities delegated to it under the Act. The State will monitor and evaluate the performance of each CLG according to written standards and procedures established by the State. If a State evaluation of a CLG's performance indicates that such performance is inadequate, the State will suggest ways to improve performance. If, after a period of time stipulated by the State, the State determines that there has not been sufficient improvement, it may recommend to the Secretary that the local government be decertified. If the Secretary does not object within 30 working days of receipt, the decertification will be considered approved by the Secretary. (f) Effects of certification include: (1) Inclusion in the process of nominating properties to the National Register of Historic Places in accordance with sections 101 (c)(2)(A) and (c)(2)(B) of the Act. The State may delegate to a CLG any of,the responsibilities of the SHPO and the State Review Board in processing National Register nominations as specified in 36 CFR part 60, except for the authority to nominate properties directly to the National Register. A CLG may make nominations directly to NPS only when the State does not have an approved program pursuant to § 61.4. (2) Eligibility to apply for a portion of the State's annual Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) grant award. At least 10 percent of the State's annual HPF grant award will be set aside for transfer to CLGs. (g) The District of Columbia will be exempted from the requirements of this section because there are no subordinated local governments in the District. If territory believes that its political subdivisions lack authorities similar to those of local governments in other States, and hence cannot satisfy the requirements for local government certification, it may apply to the Secretary for exemption from the requirements of this section. (h) Procedures for direct,,ertification by the Secretary where there is no approved State program pursuant to § 61.4. To the extent feasible, the Secretary will ensure that there is consistency and continuity in the CLG program of a State that does not have an approved State program. (1) Where there is no approved State program, local governments wishing to be certified must apply directly to the Secretary. (2) The application must demonstrate that the local government meets the specifications for certification set forth in paragraph (e) of this section. (3) The Secretary will review certification applications under this paragraph (h) and take action within 90 days of receipt. §61.7 Subgrants to certified local govemments. (a) At least 10 percent of each State's annual Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) grant award will be designated for transfer by the State to CLGs as subgrants. In any year that the annual HPF State grant appropriation exceeds $65,000,000, one half of the amount over $65,000,000 will also be transferred to CLGs according to procedures to be provided by the Secretary. (b) Each CLG will be eligible to receive funds from the 10 percent (or greater) CLG share of the State's total annual HPF grant award. The State is not required to award funds to all governments eligible to receive funds. (c) Each State will maintain a procedure approved by the Secretary for allocating the CLG share of its annual HPF grant award. The procedure will provide a clear basis for funding decisions and ensure that no CLG receives a disproportionate share of the allocation. The State will submit any proposed amendments to its procedure to the Secretary for approval. The Secretary will act on such proposals within 45 days of receipt. (d) Each State will notify annually each eligible local government of its opportunity to apply for funding as well as what is entailed in the application and project selection process. Federal Register / Vol. 61, No. 192 / Wednesday, October 2, 1996 / Proposed Rules 51543 (a) Each CLG receiving an HPF grant award from the CLG share will be considered a subgrantee of the State. The State will ensure that each CLG adheres to all applicable requirements of the National Register Programs Guideline. The State may require specific uses of funds subgranted to CLGs. Subgranted monies will not be applied as matching share for any other Federal grant. (f) Where there is no approved State program pursuant to § 61.4, the method for allocating funds to CLGs in that State will be determined by the Secretary in accordance with the procedures set forth for the State in this § 61.7. To the extent feasible, the Secretary will ensure consistency and continuity in the funding allocation policy of the CLG program for a State that does not have an approved historic preservation program. § 61.8 Tribal programs. [Reserved] § 61.9 Grants to Tribal programs. [Reserved] §61.10 Waiver. The Secretary may waive any of the requirements of the rules in this part that are not mandated by statute or by other applicable regulations, if, in the Secretary's written opinion, the historic preservation program would benefit from such waiver and the purposes, conditions, and requirements of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, would not be compromised. §61.11 Information collection. [Reserved] Dated: September 18, 1996. George T. 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