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Annual Report
(October 1, 2016 — September 30, 2017)
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The following is the annual report of the Elk River Heritage Preservation
Commission (HPC) for October 1, 2016— September 30, 2017. The report was
prepared according to the guidelines outlined in Procedures for Applying for
and Maintaining Certified Local Government Status (CLG).' The Minnesota
State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) administers CLG status for the
National Park Service in Minnesota. An annual report is a requirement to
maintain CLG status.
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City of City of Elk River
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Background
The Elk River Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) is a Certified Local Government (CLG) for the purposes
of expanding local involvement and participation in historic preservation issues.
The CLG program is administered by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). A requirement of the CLG
program is submission of an annual report to SHPO documenting the activities of the HPC for the previous
Federal fiscal year,which runs October 1,2016, to September 30,2017.
The HPC consists of five Elk River residents appointed by the City Council. Each serve three-year terms beginning
on the first day of March. The HPC shall include, if available, a member of the Sherburne County Historical
Society.
Exhibits:
A. HPC Members
B. Annual HPC Certified Local Government Assurances Form
C. Draft Historic Walking Tour Brochure
Analysis
The HPC held four regular meetings during the reporting period. All meetings were posted as public meetings and
conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Minnesota Open Meeting Law (Minnesota Statues 471.705).
Minutes of each meeting are recorded and filed at City Hall and can be viewed on the city website.
2016 Projects
Ongoing Review of Development Proposals
The HPC reviews development proposals using archaeological modeling. Between October 1, 2016 — September
30,2017, there were no development proposals deemed to be a threat to historical sites or historical information.
History Fair Judging
Commissioner Mortensen, along with HPC staff liaison Zack Carlton and BrieAnna Simon participated in judging
at the Salk Middle School History Fair.
Jackson Street Water Tower
The Jackson Street Water Tower (circa 1920) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2012. Since
that time, the HPC has worked to increase public awareness of this historical structure with a 3D model and printed
materials of the tower's history at schools, environmental workshops,messaging on the city website and at city open
house events.
The HPC utilized a CLG grant award from 2013 and hired Collaborative Design Group to complete a Condition
Assessment of the tower. The report was completed in August 2015 and has been very helpful in preparing for the
final goal of painting and repairing the water tower. The estimated cost to repair the structure was below previous
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estimates received by the city. The reduced cost was a pleasant surprise as Elk River Municipal Utilities, the current
owner of the tower, has earmarked money for tower repairs. That money will be used for matching funds in a
future grant application.
The next phase of the project includes preparing a Restoration Analysis Report, which will consist of construction
drawings for the actual restoration work. The city has again been working with Kodet Architectural Group, Ltd. to
complete this work. An application for grant funding was completed to help with the costs of the restoration and
the timing of the improvements will be based on grant receipt and timing.
Elk River Walking Tour
The HPC worked with students and faculty at St. Cloud State University to prepare a self-guided walking tour of
historically significant locations in Elk River. Late fall 2014 the city hosted a presentation from St. Cloud State
University students where they presented a number of different draft brochures. The HPC has been utilizing these
to prepare a mobile brochure on the city's website.
The city continues to work on getting the walking tour on the city's website to increase the availability of the
information. The city offered three guided walking tour facilitated by a member of the HPC. Despite the weather,
each tour was well attended and received positive feedback. The is looking to offer more guided tours in 2018.
Oral Histories
Commissioner Mortensen continues to seek out additional residents willing to be interviewed for the oral histories
project. The HPC is also in the early stages of expanding this program to encourage additional members of the
community to not only be interviewed,but interview other residents.
37th Annual Statewide Historic Preservation Conference
In September 2017, HPC staff liaison BrieAnna Simon and Commissioner Mortensen attended the Annual
Statewide Historic Preservation Conference in Hastings MN.
Houlton Farm Natural Area
The City of Elk River worked with the Trust for Public Land, the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council, and the
Friends of the Mississippi to acquire the Houlton-Olson family farm and add it to the city's park system as a
conservation area.
The 335-acre riverfront property is located west of downtown near the Orono Dam and has been in the family
since the 1870's. The park opened in the fall of 2016 and has been very popular. The HPC will look for
opportunities to explore historical topics associated with the park.
2018 Proposed Projects
Preservation of Jackson Street Water Tower
The HPC plans to apply for the Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage large grant by May 25,2018 to assist
with the restoration of the Jackson Street Water Tower. Matching funds are available,but the actual restoration will
be based on specified grant timelines.
Oral Histories
The HPC will continue to look for additional opportunities to interview residents for the oral histories project.
History Fair Judging
The HPC has participated in judging at the Salk Middle School History Fair in the past, and members of the
commission will again have an opportunity to volunteer as a judge for the fair in February 2018.
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Educational Opportunities
HPC will continue to work with the Elk River Community Education Department and Parks and Recreation
Department to incorporate educational opportunities into their programs. A historic tour could be coordinated with
the Parks and Recreation Department. Elk River Community Education may be willing to host training to conduct
oral histories in the community.
Exhibit A
Heritage Preservation Commission Roster as of September 30, 2014
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Joshua Fox (Chair) H —763.241.7893
10372 180th Ave NW fojo0404@gmail.com
Elk River MN 55330
Team Expires:02128119
Debra Mortensen C —763.498.2281
17149 Olson Ct NW d.morten@yahoo.com
Elk River, MN 55330
Team Expires:02/28/20
Lance Lindberg
18621 Simonet Dr NW W— 763.241.7614
PO Box 877 LanceLindberg@KW.com
Elk River, MN 55330
Team Expires:02/28/20
Mike Nicholas C -612.251.4502
18001 Sunrise Circle NW mrnicho@yahoo.com
Elk River MN 55330
Team Expires:02128118
John Jordan C —763.561.4299
18401 Yankton St NW johnajordan@gmail.com
Elk River, MN 55330
Team Expires:02128119
Staff Liaison to the HPC
Zack Carlton W— 763.635.1035
13065 Orono Parkway NW zcarlton@E1kRiverMN.gov
Elk River, MN 55330
BrieAnna Simon W— 763.635.1034
13065 Orono Parkway NW bsimon@E1kRiverMN.gov
Elk River, MN 55330
City Council Liaison to the HPC
Jennifer Wagner C —612.741.1619
18544 Quincy Ct NW Jennifer.Wagner@E1kRiverMN.gov
Elk River MN 55330
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Exhibit B
Annual HPC Certified Local Government Assurances
Name of HPC: City of Elk River Heritage Preservation Commission
Fiscal Year: October 1, 2016 — September 30,2017
State of Minnesota
County of Sherburne
City of Elk River
1. I hereby certify that the Elk River,Minnesota Heritage Preservation Commission has adhered to the public
participation provisions as stipulated under Section III.D of the "Minnesota Certified Local Government
Procedures Manual" issued by the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office.
2. I hereby certify that the Elk River,Minnesota Heritage Preservation Commission has adhered to the procedures
of the State Archives Department of the Minnesota Historical Society,regarding commission records (see the State
Archives publication "Preserving and Disposing of Government Records," pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 138.17,
online at www.mnhs.org/preserve/records/recser .)
Witness my hand officially on November 6,2017.
John J. Dietz,Mayor
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Exhibit C
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15 Groveland Terrace Minneapolis, MN 55403-1 154
E-Mail arch(q)kodet.com Website www.kodet.com
Telephone 612.377.2737 Facsimile 612.377.1331
September 19,2017
Mr.Zack Carlton AIC,P
Planning Manager
Elk River Municipal Utilities
1705 Main Street
Elk River,MN 55330
Re: Jackson Street Water Tower Condition Assessment 2015-2018
Dear Mr.Carlton:
Per our conversation the following is a proposal for architectural drawings for the restoration of
the Water tower. This proposal is organized into the following categories:
1. Restoration Grants:Drawings&Consulting Services for obtaining cost estimates and
restoration grants.
2. Environmental Grants:Drawings&Consulting Services for obtaining cost estimates and
environmental grants.
Full Architectural Services to complete the drawings for construction,bidding,and construction
contract administrations.Referred to as Basic Services,these are briefly outlined on page 2.
This proposal is based on an assessment completed August 3,2015.
FIXER FEES BY CATEGORY
Restoration Grants:Drawings&Consulting Services
I. Provide architectural drawings completed from the scanned drawings by a vendor.
2. Provide details and support information as required by the U.S.Department of the Interior for
property listed on the National.Register of Historic Places.
3. Provide details and support information as required by the Minnesota State Historic
Preservation Office(SHPO)and grant distributor,Minnesota Historical Society(MNHS).
4. Provide a cost estimate developed inhouse.
5. Provide reference materials for Elk River to write grant proposal.
6. Four meetings to review and develop materials.
Fee Proposal: Vendor proposal(by vendor) $3,100(estimate,final TBD)
Architectural hourly estimate' $4,750
Total $7,850
Environmental Grants: DraAin$S and Consulting Services
I. Obtain vendor proposals for environmental studies.
2. Provide vendor with drawings and information to do environmental studies.
3. Work with vendor to provide a cost estimate for environmental grants.
4. Provide reference materials for Elk River to write grant proposal.
5. Meetings as described in Item 5 of Restoration Grants:Drawings&Consulting Services
Fee Proposal: Vendor proposal(by Nova) $3,500(estimate,final TBD)
Architectural hourly estimate' $1,750
Total $5,250
' Attached are Kodet Architectural Group's standard hourly rates. If the hourly rate and hours
exceed the proposal by 10%the owner agrees to negotiate with the architect the scope and fee for adjustment to the proposed estimate.
2 Note: Kodet is not an environmental consultant. As such the contract with the environmental
firm will be between Elk River and the selected vendor. 0
Architecture • Interiors - Planning
BASIC SERVICES
Kodet Architectural Group has the expertise and experience to provide full architectural
consulting services for the restoration.The following outline describes the services referred to in this proposal.The complete scope of
services will be Outlined by the selected form of agreement.We suggest using the AIA 13101 Owner/Architect Agreement.
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
Architectural design development services during the Design Development Phase include
preparation of design documents based on full scope of restoration services identified for the project.
Plans
Elevations
• Cost estimate
• Scope of improvements as outlined in the cost estimate
Selection of building materials and systems
• Structural Design,if required(to be an additional services)
• MEP,if required(to be an additional services)
Meetings
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT
Architectural design/documentation services during the Construction Documents Phase consist of
preparing drawings based on approved Design Development documents setting forth in detail the architectural construction
requirements for the project.
• Detailed construction plans and specifications
• Detailed construction elevations
• Detailed selection of building materials and systems
• Detailed structural construction drawings,if required(to be an additional services)
• MEP and fire sprinkler, based on performance specifications for design build by the
contractor,if required(to be an additional services)
• Meetings
BIDDING OR NEGOTIATION
Place approved project Contact Documents out for bids to mutually acceptable contractors.
• Interpretation of construction documents during Bidding
• Evaluation of bids
• Issue addenda
• Services as needed to facilitate bidding
• Meeting for bid opening and analyze bids for compliance with specifications
• Summarize bids received and recommend bid award to the owner
CONSTRUCTION ADMINSTRATION
• Coordinate with contractor(s)in observation and review of the construction work
• Review applications for payments,prepare change orders,and issue RFPs and RSIs
• Process submittals, including receipt, review of, and appropriate action on shop
drawings product data, samples and other submittals required by the Contract
Documents
• In-office consultation and interpretation of drawings and specifications.
• Distribution of submittals to owner,contractor and/or architect's field representative
• Prepare the necessary punchlist and project close-out documents
• Warranty punchlist at the end of construction and an 11-month warranty inspection
• Estimate of 8 site visits by A/E team
OPTIONAL SERVICES BY THE ARCHITECT OR OTHERS
Soil borings,testing and survey, etc.will be coordinated by Kodet Architectural Group
and are to be paid directly to the vendor by the Elk River Municipal Utilities.
• Environmental analysis,design,etc.(i.e.asbestos)are not included.
• Building assessment services are not included in this proposal. Scope of assessment
services depends on the condition of the building to be remodeled
Basic Services Fees: Proposed fees,Architecture,Mechanical,Electrical,Plumbing,Fire and
Structural.Lump sum negotiated based on 7.85%of construction cost plus reimbursable expenses. Construction budget to be
developed during the Drawings&Consulting Services phase and approved by Elk River Municipal Utilities.
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Architecture - Interiors • Planning
REIVIBURSABLES
Typical reimbursable are in addition to the above and include the following:
Travel expenses
Any professional fee taxes
Options such as models,renderings,etc.
Field verification(Scanning building)
o Printing for bidding
® Costs incurred in providing services
Copying
Color plots,drawings,etc.
Specialty consultants,if required,are in addition to the above,which may include:
o Acoustical consultants
0 Landscape architects
0 Civil engineers
0 Structural Engineers
0 Mechanical,Electrical,and Plumbing engineering.
0 Watershed engineering
o Lighting consultants
0 Other specialty consultants,as identified by the Elk River.
SCHEDULE
Start Date Due Date
Drawings&Consulting Services
for obtaining cost estimates and grants Immediately TBD
Design 2018 TBD
Construction Documents TBD TBD
Bidding TBD TBD
Construction Administration TBD TBD
CONTRACT
We suggest the AIA B101 Owner/Architect Agreement. We would be available to review this
contract in detail as well as the collection of AIA documents typically used in the construction industry.
PROJECT BUDGET
See attached appendix A
SUMMARY
We approach fees with the idea of providing the best services and best value to our clients.It is
our goal to be responsive to your needs and to develop a successful project and long-term relationship. We appreciate the opportunity
to work with you and the Elk River Municipal Utilities.
Sincerely,
KODET ARCH TECTURAL GROUP,LTD.
Edward J.Kodet, r., AIA
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Architecture - Interiors - Planning
Appendix A
Zack,the following iuwhat nohave learned inputting the proposal together.
Grant Costs
l. Building Scan with olaser camera[ndevelop initial drawings $ 3,100 to $ 3,100
2. Initial Environmental $ �
omuo\u|B1udy ,500 to $ 3,500
3. Grant Fees for Architectural Services $ 6,IO0 to $ 9,000
Construction Costs
l. Painting the elevator(CDG estimate adjusted for 5Y6inflation per year) $79,000 to $98,000
2. Steel Repair $ 9`000 to $19,000
3. Environmental Testing $25,000 to $40,000
4. Environmental removal oflead paint,etc. $39,000 to $80,000
5. Misc. $ 8,000 to $12,000
Construction Soft Costs
l. Contingency Approx. l8% $16,000 to $20.000
2. Owners Costs $ 6,500 W $10,000
3. Architectural Engineering Fees estimate(Basic Services) $13,000 to $17,000
4. Reimbursable costs $ 500 to $ 1,500
5. Engineering costs(eohmate) $ 5,000 to $ 5,000
6. Testing,permits,etc.(estimate) 2
�) ,500 to $ 2,500
Total $210,600 to $320,600
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into the history of downtown Elk River at the northwest corner of Jackson and Main,new
home to Edward Jones,was built in 1903.Elle Riv- ,
by Joni Astrup - or Meats,724 Main St"also was built about 1903,
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foe moving to Elk Riverthe way,they passed cement posts with iron rings
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and I nevem wanted tos/ posts where people Lied up their horses.Several
leave,"he said Aug.10, /l�J f/ are still visible along Main Street,including two
as he led a-wallnng tour' in front of the Hitchin'Post Condominium.
of the historic highlights The group paused at Handke Stadium.The site
of downtown Elk River. was a pond before being converted to a stadium in
Over the years he do- the the 1920s Lindberg said there was apparently'a
veloped a deep interest lance Lindberg near-drowning in the pond and it was considered
in the area's history,and „ dangerous:'. "y
now serves on the Elk River Heritage Preamva- in the 1930s,a youth-corps type government pro-
tion Commission gram built the stonework at the stadium.
O last,works tom,Lindberg led people through High school football games were played in the.
downtown.talc River,west to the Handke Staai- stadium until the 1950s,he said.
um,past a couple of historic churches,then on to The stadium also has been u kid magnet for all
Bailey Point Nature Preserve before eliding backof its years.
in the heart of downtown: For people who grew up.in Elk River,for decades.
Lindberg said the original settlement in what is the stadium was the central part of.being a kid,
now Elk River was known as Orono.It was platted :Lindberg said. - room by ton Anal,
1.11855 west of the.Orono dam.Lumber nulling Continuing on to the Union Congregational Thelloid ilh ildingatJalhnaodMaldidnte1901
was the commerce that initially drove the Bevel- Church,United Church of Christ at 1118 Fourth
opment of the little village,followed by other mills .Street,Lindberg said many of the early Elk River
settlers were New Englanders,and Union Church
each as flour: :
Within a decade,Elk River was platted approxi- was the church that they formed.The church was
mately a mile from Orono. established in the 1870x.
ElkRiver's downtown was originally on the north Down the street at 1326.Fourth Street is another
side of the railroad tracks and consisted of 18 to 'historic church-Holy Trinity Episcopal Church.
20 buildings buildings, said.Fires,however,were The congregation dates to 1859 and the church
maybebuilding es 1891
g P :The oldest building in Elk River,however,is a
"Downtown burned down two,or three times house,Lindber said.That is located just west of
over downtown Lindberg said ofthe original Elk River the Orono Dam overlooking Lake Orono.
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