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Home My WebLink About2018-05-29 - Historic Landmarks Commission Agenda AGENDA HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION MAY 29, 2018, 5:30 PM DEARMOND ROOM DESCHUTES SERVICES BUILDING 1300 NW WALL STREET BEND, OR, 97703 FUTURE MEETINGS: Next Meeting Date: Additional meeting dates available at https://deschutescountyor.iqm2.com/Citizens/Default.aspx Deschutes County encourages persons with disabilities to participate in all programs and activities. This event/location is accessible to people with disabilities. If you need accommodations to make participation possible, please call the ADA Coordinator at (541) 617-4747. I. CALL TO ORDER II. REVIEW OF NOMINATION COMMENTS 1. Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination - Zechariah Heck, Associate Planner III. GENERAL COMMISSIONER & STAFF COMMENTS IV. ADJOURN Historic Landmarks Commission Meeting: 05/29/18 05:30 PM Department: Community Development , Category: Decision Prepared By: Zechariah Heck SCHEDULED Initiator: Zechariah Heck Sponsors: DOC ID: 2005 HISTORIC LANDMARKS ACTION ITEM (ID # 2005) Updated: 5/24/2018 2:39 PM by Zechariah Heck Page 1 Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination The Historic Landmarks Commission will review a memorandum prepared by staff that summarizes final comments on the Central Oregon Canal nomination to the National Register of Historic Places. 2.1 Packet Pg. 2 117 NW Lafayette Avenue, Bend, Oregon 97703 | P.O. Box 6005, Bend, OR 97708-6005 (541) 388-6575 cdd@deschutes .org www.deschutes.org/cd DRAFT MEMORANDUM DATE: May 29, 2018 TO: State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation FROM: Deschutes County Historic Landmarks Commission Zechariah Heck, Associate Planner RE: Central Oregon Canal Nomination to the National Register of Historic Places The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) asked the Deschutes County Historic Landmarks Commission (HLC) to review a nomination of a section of the Central Oregon Canal to the National Register of Historic Places. The proposed district is located east of the city of Bend and generally bound by Ward Road to the west and Gosney Road to the east. The HLC held several public meetings to receive public comments, review the nomination and complete the National Register Nomination Evaluation Sheet. On May 14, 2018, the HLC voted unanimously in support of listing the nomination on the National Register of Historic Places. A recording of the May 14 HLC meeting is available here: http://deschutescountyor.iqm2.com/Citizens/Default.aspx. Attached to this memorandum is the completed evaluation sheet as well as supporting narratives from several members of the HLC. Furthermore, the following text summarizes the comments provided by the HLC on each review criterion on the National Register Nomination Evaluation Sheet. It is important to note that while concerns were raised in most categories below, the HLC voted unanimously or with one dissenting vote that each criterion had been met, demonstrating that the evidence to support nominating this segment of the canal outweighed the concerns. Integrity: All commissioners voted “okay” for this criterion. There were concerns about material alterations affecting the historical integrity of the Central Oregon Canal. Nonetheless, while the nomination recognizes canal alterations, its historical integrity remains intact. There was no clear evidence contrary to the nomination that raised concerns of the canal’s integrity. The spreadsheet included within the nomination was helpful in understanding its historical integrity. Description: All commissioners voted “okay” for this criterion. There was a concern about references to the Pilot Butte Canal and why it was included in the nomination. Nonetheless, the graphics and referenced documents provided in the nomination adequately describe the Central Oregon Canal’s history and reasons it should be listed in the National Register. Significance and Context: Three of four commissioners voted “okay” for this criterion; one voted for “concerns”. Sufficient information regarding the historical significance and context of the Central Oregon Canal is provided in the nomination. For example, historic stories of the canal and how it help settle Central Oregon are noted. Further, there are many books available that provide stories speaking to the significant role the canal played in settlement of the area. Overall, the nomination provides a snapshot in time that adequately provides a context of the history of the canal and why it is historically significant. A concern raised regarding the nomination is that it only lists the Ward Road to Gosney Road section of the Central Oregon Canal, instead of the entire canal. Also, the nomination does not identify a clear period of significance; there are references to many periods which leads to confusion. The Multiple Property 2.1.a Packet Pg. 3 Attachment: 2018-05-29_HLC_Meeting_Docs (2005 : Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination) 2 Document (MPD) provided by the Central Oregon Irrigation District clearly states a period of significance for the entire canal. However, the MPD ignores some of the contributing factors contained within the Ward Road to Gosney Road section. Statements within the nomination that irrigation canals alone led to settlement in Bend also raised concerns. There is more to the settlement history of Bend and Central Oregon than just the irrigation canals. Facts and Sources: Three of four commissioners voted “okay” for this criterion; one voted for “concerns”. A majority of the commission stated the nomination contains sufficient facts and sources that support listing of the Central Oregon Canal. However, some contributing factors are not clearly defined. For example, dating of equipment should be verifiable, but the preparer of the nomination did not indicate the process in determining conclusions on contributing factors. There was also confusion about the engineer of the Central Oregon Canal; the nomination does not clearly indicate who the actual engineer was. Lastly, the nomination contains many typographical errors that should be remedied. Supporting Materials: All commissioners voted “okay” for this criterion. One commissioner expressed the nomination could benefit from additional historic photographs. General Comments: Several commissioners expressed concerns about the conflict between historic preservation and community needs like upgrading utilities for efficiency and environmental protection. The HLC indicated the Central Oregon Canal is worthy of preservation, but stated they understood that listing in the National Register creates a management burden. One commissioner encouraged all of the parties involved to come up with a creative solution that would preserve the canal while addressing continual management responsibilities. Another commissioner stated that contrary to Central Oregon Irrigation District’s expressed determination and need for efficient management of the canal, there is clearly public support for preserving, rather than piping the canal. Attachments: 1. Completed National Register Nomination Evaluation Sheet 2. Comments from Commissioner Rachel Stemach 3. Comments from Commissioner Bill Olsen 4. Comments from Commissioner Sharon Leighty 5. Comments from Commissioner Dennis Schmidling CC: Board of County Commissioners Tom Anderson, Deschutes County Administrator Ian Johnson, Associate Deputy State Historic Preservation Office 2.1.a Packet Pg. 4 Attachment: 2018-05-29_HLC_Meeting_Docs (2005 : Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination) X X X X X X 2.1.a Packet Pg. 5 Attachment: 2018-05-29_HLC_Meeting_Docs (2005 : Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination) 1 Hello, Please see my summarized comments to the five nomination review categories below that the Historic Landmarks Commission followed on the May 14th meeting: Integrity: Vote "OK". Most of the same data is included in the second nomination, but it is still confusing on what is truly 'contributing', due to differing information (from the proposer, COID, and residents). However, as a whole, the Integrity is apparent, and as a non-expert in canal operations, I cannot make that determination of individual components. Description: Vote "OK". There are sections of the canal (and other canal districts), besides the nominated portion, that don't need to be described in so much detail - it detracts somewhat from the segment being nominated. Perhaps the excessive descriptions are there to show as a comparison to the nominated segment? The updated boundary descriptions, taxlot/owner lists, and clarified maps/ visuals have greatly increased the understanding of the segment being nominated. Significance & Context: Vote "OK". There is a lot of emphasis on the claims that irrigation is what created the initial growth of Bend and Redmond, but this nominated portion of the canal was not near the city centers. The railroads (beginning in about 1911) and lumber mills (in about 1914-15) seem to be downplayed as major contributors to the growth and development of the area. Facts & Sources: Vote "Concerns". Multiple engineers are listed on the "#8 Statement of Significance" sheet (page 44), and it seems that Redfield is the primary Engineer of this segment of the Central Oregon Canal. There are several typographical errors to correct or investigate: Pg. 25, second paragraph - confirm spelling of Norman Weyand to be "Wygand". Pg. 51, footnote - number "125" should be 113. Pg. 58, under "Charles Redfield" paragraph, verify correct spelling of Moro, Oregon. Pg. 71, historic photograph - where along the canal is this flume? Within the historic district? Clarify. Pg. 97, last paragraph - change "setter" to settler, after "Benjamin F. Zell. Pg. 104, first paragraph under "Subsequent Owners T18S, R13 E, Section 8", Wyand is probably spelled "Wygand". Pg.107, first paragraph under "Tumalo Irrigation District" Wilmer Flat should be "Weimer". Also, the name Olaf Laurfaard should be spelled "Laurgaard". Pg. 107, footnote - number 397397 - looks like the number was doubled. Supporting Materials: Vote "OK". Would like to see more images, if any exist from the mentioned 1904 D.I.P Company Booklet and the Redmond NOW publication. Pat Kliewer was interested in the typos that I found, so she will definitely want to see the list under "Facts & Sources". I have not send her anything directly regarding this. Let me know if you need any clarification of my comments. Also, moving forward with this Nomination review, if there is any way the County staff can reduce the time with the HLC Commission to finalize this for SHPO/SACHP, it would be greatly appreciated. I've estimated at least 40 hours of my personal time into this (including the first and second round of nomination reviews, emails and various correspondence and side research, Commission work sessions, site visits, etc.). Inevitably, this time dedication to the Nomination has created negative impacts with my professional obligations. I simply cannot afford to carve out much more time for this review, unfortunately. Let me know if there is a way to limit additional HLC Commission time on this. -Rachel Stemach 2.1.a Packet Pg. 6 Attachment: 2018-05-29_HLC_Meeting_Docs (2005 : Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination) 2.1.a Packet Pg. 7 Attachment: 2018-05-29_HLC_Meeting_Docs (2005 : Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination) 2.1.a Packet Pg. 8 Attachment: 2018-05-29_HLC_Meeting_Docs (2005 : Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination) 3.1.a Packet Pg. 7 Attachment: HLC Meeting Packet 4-30-18 (1943 : Central Oregon Canal Nomination Review)X X X X X X Criterion A - The canal tells an important part of Central Oregon's history. The question is whether this is the only section of the canal that tells this history or if if the canal historical story should be preserved in a different way. Criterion D - The reamining elements of the original canal tell an important part of our history. Sharon Leighty, Deschutes Landmarks Commission, Vice Chair 5/7/18 Excellent supporting material on the revised applicatoin. The nomination presents the appropriate and best sources to support this nomination. The facts and sources seem accurate as pesented. All the questions or missing information in the original application have been corrected. The only question is whether the alterations to the canal have significantly altered the original character. This is subjective. 2.1.a Packet Pg. 9 Attachment: 2018-05-29_HLC_Meeting_Docs (2005 : Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination) May 18, 2018 To: Deschutes County Commissioners, the State Historic Preservation Office, and all who may advise on this National Register application From: Dennis Schmidling – Deschutes County Historic Landmarks Commissioner In my view, the resubmittal of this application for National Register of Historic Places recognition of the Central Oregon Canal Historic District (Ward Road to Gosney Road) in Deschutes County, Oregon, meets the five requirements for acceptance. The application establishes an historic context, demonstrates sufficient integrity, offers clear and progressive documentation of contributing and non-contributing features against an historic timeline, identifies and defends a period of significance that is historically accurate, provides correlated factual data to support the contextual premise of the application and offers sufficient supporting materials to merit approval of this application. Summarizing my review of several hundred pages of documents related, or in opposition, to this application, including the MPD submitted on behalf of COID, I conclude that the application has successfully established and supported a context and detail sufficient for acceptance. I was unable to find clearly documented evidence that would accurately refute the claims made by the application. Although it is clear that time has imposed a range of changes and modifications to the original condition of the canal, its essential integrity, character, engineering, technical function and community use have endured with continuity for more than one hundred years. The sentiments expressed by the public, clearly support a multi-generational use, appreciation and affection for the function and historical value of this canal segment. As such, my vote is “OK” to all five conditions for acceptance of this application. My personal hope is for a collaborative and creative solution, worked through in a positive manner by all property owners, concerned citizens, participating agencies, corporations and governing bodies to preserve the historical value and context of this canal segment while meeting the needs and demands of modern conservation and mindful utilization of natural resources. Dennis Schmidling Deschutes County Historic Landmarks Commissioner 2.1.a Packet Pg. 10 Attachment: 2018-05-29_HLC_Meeting_Docs (2005 : Final Review of Comments on the Central Oregon Canal Nomination)