Amador County – The Jackson City Council on Monday reviewed applicants and made appointments to the new Jackson Architectural Regulations Committee. At there April 13 meeting, Council “directed staff to advertise for potential committee members who could provide more detailed answers as to how architectural review could work in the City of Jackson,” wrote City Planner Susan Peters in a memo to the council. A total of nine applicants with varying backgrounds applied to fill the five person committee. Staff had originally recommended a five member committee consisting of at least one contractor familiar with historic renovations and restorations, at least one architect, a person familiar with Jackson’s history, and two general members of the public. Peters said the committee will “outline architectural regulations and present recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council.” Those who applied consisted of David Carlson, Broker/Owner with Coldwell Banker Award Realtors; John Gonsalvez, a contractor; Kevin Fritson, a Civil Engineer and Architectural Designer; Ron Regan, a Business Owner and Developer; Phillip Giurlani, Owner of Teresa’s Place Restaurant and a contractor; Kathryn Devlin, a retired teacher and fitness center owner; Errol Esbit, an architect; Dan Gottstein, a contractor; and Shannon Hewitt, a retired office manager. Mayor Connie Gonsalves recused herself from the decision, saying she felt “uncomfortable” discussing the matter. Three of the applicants, Devlin, Gottstein and Hewitt, were present at the meeting. During public comment, Amador County Historical Society member Judy Jebian expressed concerns that the “architectural review guidelines don’t include anything about historic preservation.” She though the committee should consist of more architects than the one required. Citizen Thornton Consolo said he hopes “we can bring together people who have talent, but people who also have…our charm and history in mind.” Councilmember Keith Sweet said he was happy with the large number of “qualified” applicants and proposed accepting all nine, but said he would want a consensus vote from at least seven. Councilmember Pat Crew proposed five and two alternates or seven and two alternates. Councilmember Marilyn Lewis said she had concerns with applicants “Regan and Esbitt” but would not elaborate as to why. The council unanimously approved of Sweet’s recommendation to accept all applicants. Story by Alex Lane This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Amador County – The Jackson City Council on Monday reviewed applicants and made appointments to the new Jackson Architectural Regulations Committee. At there April 13 meeting, Council “directed staff to advertise for potential committee members who could provide more detailed answers as to how architectural review could work in the City of Jackson,” wrote City Planner Susan Peters in a memo to the council. A total of nine applicants with varying backgrounds applied to fill the five person committee. Staff had originally recommended a five member committee consisting of at least one contractor familiar with historic renovations and restorations, at least one architect, a person familiar with Jackson’s history, and two general members of the public. Peters said the committee will “outline architectural regulations and present recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council.” Those who applied consisted of David Carlson, Broker/Owner with Coldwell Banker Award Realtors; John Gonsalvez, a contractor; Kevin Fritson, a Civil Engineer and Architectural Designer; Ron Regan, a Business Owner and Developer; Phillip Giurlani, Owner of Teresa’s Place Restaurant and a contractor; Kathryn Devlin, a retired teacher and fitness center owner; Errol Esbit, an architect; Dan Gottstein, a contractor; and Shannon Hewitt, a retired office manager. Mayor Connie Gonsalves recused herself from the decision, saying she felt “uncomfortable” discussing the matter. Three of the applicants, Devlin, Gottstein and Hewitt, were present at the meeting. During public comment, Amador County Historical Society member Judy Jebian expressed concerns that the “architectural review guidelines don’t include anything about historic preservation.” She though the committee should consist of more architects than the one required. Citizen Thornton Consolo said he hopes “we can bring together people who have talent, but people who also have…our charm and history in mind.” Councilmember Keith Sweet said he was happy with the large number of “qualified” applicants and proposed accepting all nine, but said he would want a consensus vote from at least seven. Councilmember Pat Crew proposed five and two alternates or seven and two alternates. Councilmember Marilyn Lewis said she had concerns with applicants “Regan and Esbitt” but would not elaborate as to why. The council unanimously approved of Sweet’s recommendation to accept all applicants. Story by Alex Lane This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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