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Home My WebLink AboutAGENDApacket__05-03-23_0631_488 NOTICE OF MEETING - AMENDED REGULAR MEETING HISTORIC AND CULTURAL ADVISORY COMMISSION Chairman David Corlett Vice Chair Susan Obst-Dworkis Commissioner William Meade Commissioner Jackie Miles Commissioner Dianne Price Commissioner Deborah Skehen Commissioner Sandy Ursini TIME:4:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING WHEN:WEDNESDAY, MAY 3, 2023 WHERE:FOUNTAIN HILLS COUNCIL CHAMBERS 16705 E. AVENUE OF THE FOUNTAINS, FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ Commissioners of the Town of Fountain Hills will attend either in person or by telephone conference call; a quorum of the Town’s Council, various Commission, Committee or Board members may be in attendance at the Commission meeting. Notice is hereby given that pursuant to A.R.S. §1-602.A.9, subject to certain specified statutory exceptions, parents have a right to consent before the State or any of its political subdivisions make a video or audio recording of a minor child. Meetings of the Commission are audio and/or video recorded and, as a result, proceedings in which children are present may be subject to such recording. Parents, in order to exercise their rights may either file written consent with the Town Clerk to such recording, or take personal action to ensure that their child or children are not present when a recording may be made. If a child is present at the time a recording is made, the Town will assume that the rights afforded parents pursuant to A.R.S. §1-602.A.9 have been waived. REQUEST TO COMMENT The public is welcome to participate in Commission meetings. TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM, please complete a Request to Comment card, located in the back of the Council Chambers, and hand it to the Executive Assistant prior to discussion of that item, if possible. Include the agenda item on which you wish to comment. Speakers will be allowed three contiguous minutes to address the Commission. Verbal comments should be directed through the Presiding Officer and not to individual Commissioners. TO COMMENT ON AN AGENDA ITEM IN WRITING ONLY, please complete a Request to Comment card, indicating it is a written comment, and check the box on whether you are FOR or AGAINST and agenda item, and hand it to the Executive Assistant prior to discussion, if possible. Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Meeting of May 3, 2023 1 of 3 1.CALL TO ORDER 2.ROLL CALL 3.CALL TO THE PUBLIC Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.01(H), public comment is permitted (not required) on matters NOT listed on the agenda. Any such comment (i) must be within the jurisdiction of the Commission, and (ii) is subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions. The Commission will not discuss or take legal action on matters raised during Call to the Public unless the matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of the Call to the Public, individual commissioners may (i) respond to criticism, (ii) ask staff to review a matter, or (iii) ask that the matter be placed on a future Commission agenda. 4.PRESENTATION: Mr. Jim Dickey - RESCHEDULED TO FALL MEETING DATE 5.CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Approval of the April 5, 2023 HCAC Meeting Minutes 6.CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: List of Potential Projects Assigned to Workgroups 7.CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Potential Future Speakers 8.CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Fountain Park Signage 9.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: National Register of Historic Landmarks 10.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DIRECTION: HCAC Presentation - Town Council Meeting June 20, 2023 11.CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Revised HCAC Meeting Calendar - Next Meeting on June 14, 2023 12.ADJOURNMENT CERTIFICATE OF POSTING OF NOTICE The undersigned hereby certifies that a copy of the foregoing notice was duly posted in accordance with the statement filed by the Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission with the Town Clerk. Dated this 1st day of May 2023. ___________________________________________ Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Meeting of May 3, 2023 2 of 3 The Town of Fountain Hills endeavors to make all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. Please call 480-816-5199 (voice) or 1-800-367-8939 (TDD) 48 hours prior to the meeting to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting or to obtain agenda information in large print format. Supporting documentation and staff reports furnished the Commission with this agenda are available for review in the Community Services' Office. Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Meeting of May 3, 2023 3 of 3 ITEM 4. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 05/03/2023 Meeting Type: Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda Type: Submitting Department: Community Services Prepared by: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Staff Contact Information: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Request to Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission (Agenda Language): PRESENTATION: Mr. Jim Dickey - RESCHEDULED TO FALL MEETING DATE Staff Summary (Background) Form Review Form Started By: Patti Lopuszanski Started On: 04/26/2023 02:03 PM Final Approval Date: 04/26/2023 ITEM 5. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 05/03/2023 Meeting Type: Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda Type: Submitting Department: Community Services Prepared by: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Staff Contact Information: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Request to Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission (Agenda Language): CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Approval of the April 5, 2023 HCAC Meeting Minutes Staff Summary (Background) The intent of approving meeting minutes is to ensure an accurate account of the discussion and action that took place at the meeting for archival purposes. Approved minutes are placed on the town's website and maintained as permanent records in compliance with state law. Attachments HCAC April 5, 2023 Meeting Minutes Summary Form Review Form Started By: Patti Lopuszanski Started On: 04/26/2023 08:42 AM Final Approval Date: 04/26/2023 TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC AND CULTURAL ADVISORY COMMISSION APRIL 5, 2023 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Corlett called the Regular Meeting of the Fountain Hills Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission held on April 5, 2023, to order at 4:01 pm. 2. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: David Corlett, Chair; Susan Obst-Dworkis, Vice Chair; Jackie Miles, Commissioner; Dianne Price, Commissioner; William Meade, Commissioner; Deborah Skehen, Commissioner; Sandra Ursini, Commissioner Staff Present: Linda Ayres, Recreation Manager, Angela Padgett-Espiritu, Executive Assistant 3. REPORTS BY COMMISSIONERS 4. PRESENTATION: Ms. Linda Mendenhall, Town Clerk Ms. Mendenhall, Town Clerk recommended that the Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission give a presentation and update the Town Council at the June 20, 2023, meeting on the accomplishments since establishing this new commission. Suggestions were to share what commissioners have gleaned from this experience then mention that it has been suggested to seek a more appropriate name of the commission to be called “History and Cultural Advisory Commission.” 5. PRESENTATION: Ms. Cherie Koss, River of Time Museum Ms. Koss welcomed the opportunity for the River of Time Museum to partner with the Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission to support mutual goals. A brief history of how the River of Time came to be, its purpose and connection to the town, and dreams for the future were shared with the commissioners. 6. PRESENTATION: Mr. Jim Dickey – Rescheduled to May 3, 2023, HCAC Meeting 7. CALL TO THE PUBLIC - NONE Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.01(H), public comment is permitted (not required) on matters NOT listed on the agenda. Any such comment (i) must be within the jurisdiction of the Commission, and (ii) is subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions. The Commission will not discuss or take legal action on matters raised during the Call to the Public unless the matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of the Call to the Public, individual commissioners may (i) respond to criticism, (ii) ask staff to review a matter, or (iii) ask that the matter be placed on a future Commission agenda. 8. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Approval of the March 1, 2023, HCAC Meeting Minutes Commissioner Meade asked for the addition of Yavapai Motion to Approve the Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes of March 1, 2023, was made by Commissioner Miles and Seconded by Commissioner Skehen. Vote: 7-0 Passed - Unanimously 9. DISCUSSION: Fountain Hills Insider Calendar 2023 Commissioners had requested information on how to be included in the Fountain Hills Insider. The guideline is to write a 250-to-300-word article on the history of Fountain Hills including a visual. It was suggested to assign a workgroup to this project to create a submission by the next deadline, May 2nd to the 9th to get into the summer edition. The Insider editions are mailed out to residents in the Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. 10. DISCUSSION: Fountain Hills Historical Sites Commissioner Skehen provided a list of historical sites and the past history of those locations. Chairman Corlett suggested a workgroup be established to look further into Fountain Hills Historic Sites and bring it back for a motion at the May meeting. 11. DISCUSSION: Fountain Park Historical Signs Workgroup The workgroup requested a meeting with staff and will review to determine if any additional verbiage will need to be created. This item will be brought back in May for consideration to make a motion for approval. 12. DISCUSSION: Placing the Fountain on the National Register of Historic Landmarks Commissioner Ursini shared research she had done on the National Historic Register, the Register of Historic Places, and the Arizona State Historic Preservation Office. It appears that the fountain would qualify for national recognition. The process starts with the state. The list of websites will be sent out to the commissioners to review the registration process. 13. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Future Agenda Items • Fountain Hills Insider Workgroup • Historical Sites Workgroup • Introducing Fountain Hills history to elementary schools • Brainstorm on the cultural aspect • Speaker from FHCCA 14. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Revised HCAC Calendar June Meeting Date – Moved to June 29, 2023 – NO ACTION TAKEN 15. UPDATE: Next HCAC Meeting is May 3, 2023. Agenda items and attachments are due by April 19, 2023. 16. ADJOURNMENT – Chairman Corlett asked for a Motion to Adjourn Commissioner Meade motioned, and Commissioner Obst-Dworkis seconded. The meeting was adjourned at 5:19 pm HISTORIC AND CULTURAL ADVISORY COMMISSION _____________________________________________ David Corlett, Chairman ATTEST AND PREPARED BY: ________________________________ Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Regular Meeting held by the Fountain Hills Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission in the Town Hall Council Chambers on the 5th day of April 2023. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and that a quorum was present. DATED this 3rd day of May 2023. _________________________________ Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant ITEM 6. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 05/03/2023 Meeting Type: Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda Type: Submitting Department: Community Services Prepared by: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Staff Contact Information: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Request to Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission (Agenda Language): CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: List of Potential Projects Assigned to Workgroups Staff Summary (Background) List of Potential Projects Assigned to Workgroups · Fountain Hills Insider Workgroup – Fountain Hills History Facts · Historic Sites Registration Workgroup · Points of Interest · Introducing Fountain Hills History to elementary schools · Brainstorm on Cultural Aspect · Bringing Awareness – History item in the Fountain Hills Times on what happened that date 25/50 years ago. · Restaurant History Week takes some elements of the Town’s history to engage with the community. · Who is our audience? · Demographics of the Town of Fountain Hills · Fountain Hills Theater – Kid’s Program · Columbarium · MLK Day recognition · Arizona Memory Project · Points of Interest Attachments HCAC List of Potential Projects Form Review Form Started By: Patti Lopuszanski Started On: 04/26/2023 01:32 PM Final Approval Date: 04/26/2023 Final Approval Date: 04/26/2023 Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Survey HCAC Poten�al Projects Sandy Ursini: 1. The Na�onal Historic Register 2. Introducing Fountain Hills School program, which could incorporate the FH Theater 3. Points of Interest. Bill Meade: 1. Brainstorm on Cultural Aspect 2. Who is our audience? 3. Fountain Hills Insider Workgroup – Fountain Hills History Facts Jackie Miles: 1. Bringing Awareness of what happened 25 to 50 years ago in the FH Times 2. FH Insider Workgroup - FH History and Facts 3. Introducing FH History to our elementary schools. Dianne Price: 1. Points of Interest 2. Brainstorm on Cultural Aspect 3. Fountain Hills Theater – Kids Program Debbie Skehen: 1. Points of Interest – if that refers to se�ng up “tours” of historical sites in FH such as the early structures built in the 70’s 2. Introducing FH history to elementary (or middle) school – and so I selected our Superintendent as a future speaker, I would put two projects together since they are so similar and could easily be accomplished by the same commitee – i.e., copy for both the Insider and a look back 25/50 years in the Times. David Corlet: 1. Na�onal Historic Register 2. FH Insider/FH Times ar�cles 3. Points of Interest Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Survey HCAC Poten�al Speakers Sandy Ursini: 1. FH Times 2. FHCCA 3. Tribal Council Bill Meade: 1. FHCCA 2. Tribal Council 3. Fountain Hills Times Jackie Miles: 1. Tribal Council 2. FHSD Superintendent 3. Veterans Dianne Price: 1. Tribal Council 2. FHCCA 3. FHSD Superintendent Debbie Skehen: 1. Economic Development – to learn ways our commission can help the economic development of FH, i.e., our fountain being listed on the Na�onal Register 2. FHUSD Superintendent – how we can work with the school system in promo�ng our town’s history in schools 3. FH Times – to alert our commission members to the wealth of informa�on of our town through the years beginning almost at the beginning of FH and the enormous project of ge�ng the Times’ issues preserved through digi�za�on. David Corlet: 1. Yavapai tribal representa�ve (I have a sugges�on) 2. FH Times 3. FHCCA ITEM 7. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 05/03/2023 Meeting Type: Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda Type: Submitting Department: Community Services Prepared by: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Staff Contact Information: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Request to Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission (Agenda Language): CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Potential Future Speakers Staff Summary (Background) Potential Future Speakers: · Veterans · Dark Sky Group · Library · FHCCA · Economic Development · Fountain Hills Times · FHSD Superintendent · Tribal Council Attachments HCAC List of Potential Speakers Form Review Form Started By: Patti Lopuszanski Started On: 04/26/2023 01:55 PM Final Approval Date: 04/26/2023 Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Survey HCAC Poten�al Projects Sandy Ursini: 1. The Na�onal Historic Register 2. Introducing Fountain Hills School program, which could incorporate the FH Theater 3. Points of Interest. Bill Meade: 1. Brainstorm on Cultural Aspect 2. Who is our audience? 3. Fountain Hills Insider Workgroup – Fountain Hills History Facts Jackie Miles: 1. Bringing Awareness of what happened 25 to 50 years ago in the FH Times 2. FH Insider Workgroup - FH History and Facts 3. Introducing FH History to our elementary schools. Dianne Price: 1. Points of Interest 2. Brainstorm on Cultural Aspect 3. Fountain Hills Theater – Kids Program Debbie Skehen: 1. Points of Interest – if that refers to se�ng up “tours” of historical sites in FH such as the early structures built in the 70’s 2. Introducing FH history to elementary (or middle) school – and so I selected our Superintendent as a future speaker, I would put two projects together since they are so similar and could easily be accomplished by the same commitee – i.e., copy for both the Insider and a look back 25/50 years in the Times. David Corlet: 1. Na�onal Historic Register 2. FH Insider/FH Times ar�cles 3. Points of Interest Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Survey HCAC Poten�al Speakers Sandy Ursini: 1. FH Times 2. FHCCA 3. Tribal Council Bill Meade: 1. FHCCA 2. Tribal Council 3. Fountain Hills Times Jackie Miles: 1. Tribal Council 2. FHSD Superintendent 3. Veterans Dianne Price: 1. Tribal Council 2. FHCCA 3. FHSD Superintendent Debbie Skehen: 1. Economic Development – to learn ways our commission can help the economic development of FH, i.e., our fountain being listed on the Na�onal Register 2. FHUSD Superintendent – how we can work with the school system in promo�ng our town’s history in schools 3. FH Times – to alert our commission members to the wealth of informa�on of our town through the years beginning almost at the beginning of FH and the enormous project of ge�ng the Times’ issues preserved through digi�za�on. David Corlet: 1. Yavapai tribal representa�ve (I have a sugges�on) 2. FH Times 3. FHCCA ITEM 8. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 05/03/2023 Meeting Type: Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda Type: Submitting Department: Community Services Prepared by: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Staff Contact Information: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Request to Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission (Agenda Language): CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Fountain Park Signage Staff Summary (Background) Staff met with the workgroup on April 25, 2023 to review the Fountain Park signage verbiage and discuss the process in completing this project. Attachments Fountain Park Signage Updates From Staff Form Review Form Started By: Patti Lopuszanski Started On: 04/26/2023 01:39 PM Final Approval Date: 04/26/2023 1 TO: HCAC FROM: Sandra Ursini DATE: March 15, 2023 Here is my final version of the updated informa�on for the Fountain Park signs. I’ve added a bit here and there, but nothing major has changed from my earlier submission. Once we know more about the actual size/shape of the new signs, we will be able to be more definite about what goes on each sign. As noted earlier, we should include an updated Fountain Hills logo (rather than the Town Seal), a QR code to the “Experience Fountain Hills” website as well as others as noted below. Hours of opera�on should be included on each sign, in a consistent space. No need for a full paragraph, just “Fountain operates daily 9 am to 9 pm at the top of each hour for 15 minutes. Fountain will automa�cally shut down if wind speed exceeds 10 mph.” __________________________ #1 On Saguaro Boulevard As this is the sign that is probably read the most, this one should encourage the reader to follow the walking path for more information, as well as look across the street at the Avenue of the Fountains, and what can be found in the city center. Fountain Park Featuring one of the world’s tallest fountains, Fountain Park is a 64-acre park, featuring a 32 acre, 100 million gallon lake. • The park includes children’s playground, musical instrument playground, splash pad, championship disc golf course, Veteran’s Memorial, botanical garden, and amphitheater. (add number/name of ramadas?) • Stroll the 1 ¼ mile walking path that circles the park for more informa�on. You are Here • This loca�on has been the Site of special events since the park opened in 1970. • To the south are the Supers��on Mountains and the Goldfield Mountains. • To the west you will find the pathway to Town Center. Do You Know • The community’s centerpiece fountain was turned on for the first �me on December 15, 1970. • The town is 20.32 square miles, located on what was the P-Bar Catle Ranch. • The terrain ranges from 1,525 feet to 3,140 feet above sea level. Highest eleva�on in developed areas is 2,240 feet off Golden Eagle Boulevard. __________________________ #2 Located along the edge of the lake at the Musical Instrument Park 2 We think this sign is easily overlooked because of its location and should be moved to a place along El Lago, closer to the Veteran’s Memorial and botanical garden. Information currently on this sign will be included elsewhere. This sign is read all the time by people who frequent the playground and ramada. I think it helps encourage people to go to more sections of the park. It is also the place where most people go first when they park and see the fountain running. Honoring Those Who Served Veteran’s Memorial Plaza is a contemplative space that honors all branches of the armed services. The memorial features another of the Town’s art pieces, a WWI veteran, and a Howitzer field artillery piece manufactured during WWII and used through the Viet Nam War. • Navy veteran and local sculptor Carlos Hadaway created the commemorative plaques that thank those who have served our country, such as those who served on the USS Arizona, and Bob Hope, for his lifelong career entertaining U.S. troops at home and abroad. Flora at the Fountain The botanical garden was created to showcase the variety of Arizona’s natural vegeta�on. You are Here • Beyond the ridge are the Four Peaks, a central Arizona landmark, at 7,659 feet, the highest point in the Mazatzal Mountains, and the loca�on of the only amethyst mine in the US. Do You Know (insert QR Code for FHDSA) • Fountain Hills is one of only two International Dark Sky Communities located near a major metropolitan area. Is this still true? The Town of Fountain Hills, Arizona was awarded the rare distinction of being designated an International Dark Sky Community by the International Dark Sky Association (IDA) on January 8, 2018 It is one of only two International Dark Sky Communities located near a major metropolitan area. • The local astronomy club, in coopera�on with the library, offers monthly star par�es to introduce people to planets, constella�ons, and extraordinary stellar objects. • To celebrate becoming the 17th Dark Sky Community in the world, a Dark Sky Festival is held each March with speakers, art and photo contests, a huge star party. __________________________ #3 At the Panorama Parking Lot Art at the Heart of Fountain Hills • Fountain Park is the home of 36 of the Town’s 150 public art pieces, one of the largest public art collections in Arizona. 3 • You won’t want to miss the “Art Walk” guided tour, or just amble up the Avenue of the Fountains to experience both whimsical and serious creations. [QR CODE HERE: Self- guided Art Walk tour] You are Here Looking to the west you see the McDowell Mountains. • The two highest peaks are Thompson Peak, 3,894 feet and East End 4,069 feet. Do You Know Fountain Hills is in the heart of the unique Sonoran Desert and features many trail systems. To the east, just across Panorama Drive, is Fountain Hills Lake Overlook Trail. • This 2.5-mile trail provides unmatched panoramic views of Fountain Park, McDowell Mountain Regional Park and the pecan and citrus farms of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Na�on reserva�on • Also wai�ng to be explored are the Golden Eagle Trailhead, Adero Trailhead, Fountain Hills McDowell Mountain Preserve, McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Fountain Hills Botanical Garden, and Fountain Hills FIT Trails. (insert QR Code for trails page on Experience Fountain Hills). __________________________ #4 At the Amphitheater Move this sign closer to the new restrooms. People waiting in that area may be more likely to read the sign here than where is it currently located. This sign will be moved but only about 30’ north into the granite area do to a renovation project. Many people stop in this area because of all the artwork and unique views of the fountain. Festivals at the Fountain There’s always a reason to celebrate in Fountain Hills. • From art shows to car shows, music festivals and more, visitors are welcome to join in the fun, games, good food and great music. • A complete listing of activities can be found at “Experience Fountain Hills”. (Insert QR Code). Fountain Park amphitheater is the site of events and activities throughout the year, including Movies in the Park, performances by Ballet Arizona and Fountain Hills High School graduation . You are Here The backdrop to this lake scene is Mount McDowell, commonly referred to as Red Mountain, 2,832 feet in elevation. Just across the street to the west of the park, you will see downtown Fountain Hills. • Enjoy unique shops and restaurants, fountains and artwork. 4 • At Town Center you’ll discover Centennial Circle Pavilion, with more public art, the Community Center, the town museum and Community Gardens. (Insert River of Time QR Code). Do You Know If the fountain ran for 100 minutes, it would overflow an Olympic-sized swimming pool. The fountain uses launches 7,000 gallons of water per minute into the air. An Olympic-sized swimming pool holds 660,430 gallons of water. __________________________ #5 Directly down from the Saguaro Boulevard sign, right on the lake This sign is probably the second most read sign on the path and should give all the fountain facts. A Fountain in the Desert (Insert QR code for Earth Cam) Fountain Park is home to one of the tallest fountains in the world. It was the crea�on of Disneyland designer C.V. Wood, Jr. • The nozzle, built in Zurich, Switzerland, weighs nearly a ton and is more than seven feet in length. • Sunlight shining through the fountain’s mist creates a rainbow effect. • The fountain reaches a height of 330 feet with two pumps. On special occasions, with all three pumps running, the fountain can atain 560 feet, which is taller than the Washington Monument and three �mes as high as Yellowstone Park’s Old Faithful. • The recognizable white plume is visible far beyond Fountain Hills, and can be seen from the Supers��on Mountains, Carefree and even from aircra�. (Optional, depending on space.) • The fountain takes on a completely different look at night. It is illuminated at its base and from powerful beacons from the southern and western shores. Colored Color changing LED ligh�ng is also used to enhance seasonal, and cultural and special events. (Optional, depending on space.) You are Here This loca�on provides a panoramic view of the widest point of Fountain Lake. • In the distance you can see the Goldfield Mountains and Supers��on Mountains, holding the secrets of the legendary Lost Dutchman Goldmine. • Beyond the first ridge is the Fort McDowell Yavapai Na�on. The Na�ve American Community has a resort, casino, and numerous restaurants. The two championship We Ko Pa golf courses are recognized as among the best in the country. Do You Know The fountain celebrated it’s 50th anniversary as the town’s centerpiece on December 15, 2020. (Insert QR code for Fountain at 50 video) __________________________ 5 #6 by Arrivederci Restaurant One of the park’s most popular areas, here you will find the Rotary Splash Pad, playground and musical instrument playground. The Town’s Park facili�es are currently comprised of 119 acres of developed parks. In addi�on to Fountain Park, Desert Vista Park, Golden Eagle Park, and Four Peaks Park provide a wide array of facili�es and ameni�es for residents. Even our four-legged friends are cared for with their own dog park. Fountain Hills Community Services Department has been recognized for providing the best recrea�onal opportuni�es. • Grand Plaque in the Na�onal Gold Medal Awards for Excellence in Park and Recrea�on Management by the NRPA • National Finalist by the American Academy for AAPRA Plaza Fountainside offers collec�on of shops and restaurants. Enjoy a meal or just a refreshing beverage while experiencing the ever-changing view of the fountain. You are Here From this inlet in the southwest corner, many varie�es of water fowl can be seen. • The Audubon Society conducts an annual bird count in the park and commonly find more than 150 species of birds in the area. It is not uncommon to see a Great Blue Heron or bald eagle visi�ng Fountain Park. Do You Know • The annual evapora�on rate is less than the amount of water needed for an acre of coton in a year. • The park is irrigated with reclaimed water, which is supplied by also fills the lake. So, no swimming or fishing allowed! • In the early days of the community, “Nessie” (The Fountain Ness Monster) could be seen floating in the fountain’s mist, part of the annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival. I would add the Historic 4 Peaks, and Red Mountain that offer Beau�ful Sunsets. The McDowell Mountains are filled with Trails to enjoy it’s beauty and nature for all. ITEM 9. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 05/03/2023 Meeting Type: Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda Type: Submitting Department: Community Services Prepared by: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Staff Contact Information: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Request to Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission (Agenda Language): DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: National Register of Historic Landmarks Staff Summary (Background) The Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission has identified the need to look at registering the iconic Fountain in the Town of Fountain Hills as a historic landmark and will begin the process to review how to work towards receiving that designation. Attachments National Register of Historic Landmarks Form Review Form Started By: Patti Lopuszanski Started On: 04/26/2023 01:47 PM Final Approval Date: 04/26/2023 National Register of Historic Landmarks The process starts with the AZ State Historic Preservation Office applying for the Fountain in the Town of Fountain Hills as a historic landmark. They can also be of help when establishing a Fountain Hills Historic Register. • How to List a Property - National Register of Historic Places (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) • How to Apply the National Register Criteria for Evaluation (nps.gov) • Arizona's State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) | Arizona State Parks (azstateparks.com) • The Arizona State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), a division of Arizona State Parks, assists private citizens, private institutions, local governments, tribes, and state and federal agencies in the identification, evaluation, protection, and enhancement of historic and archeological properties that have significance for local communities, the State of Arizona, or the nation. • SHPO Forms and Publications | Arizona State Parks (azstateparks.com) • Historic Property Inventory Form.docx - Google Docs Application form ITEM 10. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 05/03/2023 Meeting Type: Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda Type: Submitting Department: Community Services Prepared by: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Staff Contact Information: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Request to Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission (Agenda Language): DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DIRECTION: HCAC Presentation - Town Council Meeting June 20, 2023 Staff Summary (Background) Form Review Form Started By: Patti Lopuszanski Started On: 04/26/2023 01:58 PM Final Approval Date: 04/26/2023 ITEM 11. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 05/03/2023 Meeting Type: Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda Type: Submitting Department: Community Services Prepared by: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Staff Contact Information: Patti Lopuszanski, Executive Assistant Request to Historic and Cultural Advisory Commission (Agenda Language): CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Revised HCAC Meeting Calendar - Next Meeting on June 14, 2023 Staff Summary (Background) Form Review Form Started By: Patti Lopuszanski Started On: 04/26/2023 02:00 PM Final Approval Date: 04/26/2023