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The Historic Preservation Commission members concurred that the proposal, as explained by the applicant, looked good and was on the right track. They stated the level of detail at this point was helpful. 4.c. Update from Staff 7401 Balson Avenue University City High School proposal to replace clay tile roof on gymnasiums with asphalt shingles Mr. Greatens provided an update about the proposal to replace the clay tile on the High School gymnasium roofs with asphalt shingles. He stated that after the recommendation was made by the Historic Preservation Commission to disapprove the proposal, staff consulted with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) in accorda Local Government (CLG). The School District was then asked to submit additional supporting material, which they did. Upon review, SHPO recommended staff to defer action until a recommendation could be obtained from an architect who specialized in historic preservation. Mr. Greatens stated that staff would initiate the RFP process to hire an architect and would be asking HPC for assistance as the process moved forward. He stated that staff was required to make the final decision on the building permit submitted and that no further action was required from the HPC regarding the matter and their previous recommendation still stands. question regarding cost, Mr. Lai added that through the RFP process, range of cost would be established and scope of work would be specified. Mr. Lai stated that the School District had been kept apprised of the process. 4.d Public Comments There were no public comments. 4.e. Election of Officers Ms. North nominated Mr. Smith to serve as Chairperson. The nomination was seconded by Mr. Myers and approved unanimously. Ms. North nominated Ms. Marin to serve as Vice-Chairperson. The nomination was seconded by Mr. Hamilton and approve unanimously. 5. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm. tm; E