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Historic Commission Awards 2003NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMIVLISSION Christopher Kennedy, Chair Valerie Lavender, Vice Chair Louise Bloomberg Barbara Blumenthal Jennifer Hayes Kimball Howes Tristram Metcalfe, HI Susan Well Norman Winston HHoriorary Member Elise Bernier Feeley, Forbes Library Staff Peg Keller, Senior Planner Department of Planning and Development Official Photographer Rodney Kunath The Commission would like to thank The Botanic Garden of Smith College for its generous support of this ceremony. NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION HISTORIC PRESERVATION AWARDS The Botanic Garden of Smith College Northampton Wednesday, May 14, 2003 4:30 -6:00 p.m. William Fenno Pratt, Architect Dedicated 1850 REASON TO CELEBRATE! The Northampton Historical Commission would like to welcome you to its 28 Annual Preservation Awards Ceremony. This afternoon we celebrate the property owners of eleven projects that made exemplary contributions to the built environment in this city, and we celebrate a citizen of merit. The Commission, a mayoral appointed body in existence since 1973, has as one of its primary goals the stimulation of public dialogue about the built environment. This is not only to preserve the best of history, but to guide new designs that complement that history. Positive evolution of the built environment requires conscious, meaningful attention from everyone. Towards that end, the Commission is excited to publicly acknowledge these particular projects that have contributed so successfully to what will be our physical legacies to those who follow. Thank you for participating in this celebration. If you would like additional information about the Commission and its work, please contact the Planning Department at City Hall, 587 -1266. "The purposes of the Commission shall be the preservation, promotion and development of the historic assets of the city." -From City Ordinance passed April 19, 1973 AWARDS CEREMONY Announcements Christopher Kennedy, Chair Historical Commission Welcome Michael Bardsley City of Northampton Presentation of Awards Lyman Plant House Brown Fine Arts Center 38 Union Street Sugar Maple Inn Cafe Casablanca 46 Franklin Street Sylvester's Restaurant Former Twin Cleaners 88 North Elm Street Smith College Smith College Hobie Iselin, Owner 62 Chestnut Street Craig Della Penna, Owner 16 Main Street Abid Assad, Owner Hosea Baskin and Sarah Buttenwieser, Owners 111 Pleasant Street Peter St. Martin and Maureen McGuinness, Owners 211 North Street Michael Sissman, Owner Daniel and Gail Yacuzzo, Owners Florence Civic Association Steve Strimer President 345 Elm Street Gordon and Flo Brown Owners Rodney Kunath Official Commission Photographer PRESERVATION AWARDS ARCHIVAL, BLURBS 2003 Forty -six Franklin Street was built in 1907, probably by Frank Huxley, a carpenter and contractor who lived in the house and operated a large woodworking shop in separate buildings at the rear of the house. It was owned by members of the Huxley family as recently as 1980; the front room (now a screened -in porch), served as Frank.Huxley's office and still has the original door, mail slot, and safe. Hosea Baskin and Sarah Buttenwieser purchased the home in 1997. The design for the dining room and mudroom addition and porch rebuilding was a. collaboration among the homeowners, friend and artist Michael Kuch, Tom and Pam O'Brien of O'Brien Design in Conway, and Bob Reckman of Construct Associates in Northampton. They reused columns and railings from the old porch for the porch reconstruction'and matched the brick foundation and exterior clapboards, creating an architecture in harmony with the existing house. This is truly a sympathetic addition to a nearly century-old home. Inside, they matched the ceiling height of the kitchen, the mahogany crown molding, baseboards and trim, and the maple flooring. Quigley matched the existing mahogany kitchen cabinetry. The new wall sconces are by local artisan Janna Ugone. Barbara Blumenthal Presenter 46 FRANKLIN STREET Owners: Hosea Baskin Sarah Buttenwieser Christopher Kennedy, Chair Presenter g Maple Sugar Ma le Trailside Inn 62 Chestnut Street Florence Owners: Kathleen and Craig Della Penna Contractor: Steven. van Dyke PAINTER: Gerry Bannister Category; Creative Reuse The owners, only the fourth since the home was built, have transformed a simple but time worm single family structure originally built for the Florence Sewing Machine Company in 1865 into a renovated small inn with two guest rooms in addition to their own residence. The home, primarily showing Greek Revival influence (1825 -1860) with its front gabled roof, eave wall chimney and simple front door entablature also exhibits elements of Italianate (1840 -1885) with its drive side Bay Window. The 15 month process from'purchase t� completion n allowed the owners to complete extensive renovations and updating both inside and out all not without the usual "interesting renovation stories It should be noted to the owners credit that in selling the adjacent lot they stipulated in the sales agreement that they, would have input over the design of any building erected on this adjacent site to insure that any new structure be visually compatible with the rest of the simple Victorian era homes on the street. The tasteful aspects of the renovations aside this award' has a storybook element to it as well. The home is situated next to the former °Williamsburg branch of the New York, New Haven, and Hartford Railroad which was converted to Northampton's first bike trail. Mr. Della Penna is an avid; buff of New England rail history and President of the Rails to Trails Conservatory. Tristram'Metcalfe III Presenter 38 Union Street Hobie Iselin, General Contractor Construction Supvr. Lic. #039073 r My wife, Deb Oakley, and I have lived at 28 Union St since April of 1987. ;For the first six years, Genevieve ,Kwiatkowski lived next door at #38 with a menagerie of feral cats and the detritus of a half `baked remodeling job that lost its momentum when Genevieve's husband died. When Genevieve died in 1 1993, the two houses went into a steep decline from neglect and abuse by tenants. I remember standing in my bathroom one morning and `watching as an ice` dam on the big house fell and took the entire west eave trim .and :frieze with it. In October of 2001: the Kwiatkowski estate decidedto sell the house, and Debbie and I realized that in order to secure our own future on Union St., we had to have control of what happened next door. Given the potential for someone to radically impact the neighborhood and our lives directly with a poorly designed or built multi family, we.decided to rebuild the existing buildings and develop them as condominiums. I wish T knew then what I' know now about the myriad hidden structural problems that existed in both houses. On his first day, Richie Gemme, my project foreman, turned to me and asked 3 what did I ever do to you ?2 After plaster and non structural dem'ol'ition was complete, we 'realized that theback sections of both'' houses were beyond salvaging. With some quick redesignand a lot of shoring, we were able to save the oldest parts of each house: We rebuilt the cottage almost exactly as it was originally, recreating a 1200 sf dwelling with an attached single car garage The main house involved more re- design; `and we were able to create two condo's of over 2000 sq: feet each, each'with a single car garage. Our intent was not an historic restoration,' but we worked hard to blend the old and the new in a way that would be faithful to the original buildings and the period in which they were built while creating living spaces consistent with modern `lifestyles. Looking out my windows these days gives me a.lot more pleasure than it used to, and knowing that we've saved, and maybe improved upon, 'a piece of old Northampton, has given us great satisfaction. Kim Howes Presenter 88 North Elm Street Gail and Dan Yacuzzo, Owners This residence was built in 1928 with an all brick masonry exterior supplied from a brick making facility behind and below in the "flats" of the Bay State section of Northampton. The present owners decided to do away with a little used terrace arrangement on the North side of the building. Teagno Construction Company of Amherst handled all aspects of the project which included an expanded kitchen.. Great attention to detail was involved including "saving" of the full second floor windows and the use of authentic brick throughout. The owners describe project as a "pleasant: experience" with great credit to Teagno Construction::, Inc. and to the masonry work of Paul Korpita who scoured, the area for the "right" bricks to match the originals. Valerie Lavender, Vice Chair. Presenter 345 Elm Street Owners: Flo and Gordon Brown Contractor: Nelson Shiflett, Valley Home Improvement The Browns' whole premise was to keep the house intact by keeping it historically correct. And now, it pretty much looks exactly as it did when it was built, in the 1920's. Following is the restoration process: They repaired the chimney, and replaced its upper portion. They ripped out the door to the basement and put in a new Bilco door. They repaired the foundation around the entrance to the basement. The roof of the house had a lot of broken red tile. They replaced this rare red tile, showing great care for authenticity, using a roofer from Smith College to help them locate the tile. They built a large garage. They exavated land for the garage, and levelled it to make the garage blend in with the house. The tile on the garage was matched, with great care and careful attention, to the original tile on the roof of the house. The garage was built by Nelson Shiflett, owner of Valley Home Improvement, who helped with research to ensure that this would be a perfectly sympathetic addition to the early 20'x' Century house: The Elm Street District Commission asked. Gordon to put in wooden doors in the garage he built, which he was very ha ppy to do. The Browns- replaced 90% of the windows. In the basement, they raised all the plumbing and put it all above head level. They took out all electrical wiring and replaced it with up -to -date code wiring. There used to be a small porch on the back of the house which, was in such bad shape it wasn't safe to use. The Browns enclosed it with stucco, and it is now a part of the house as an interior room. When they removed the old carpeting, they were really surprised to find that the floors were all fine maple and oak hardwood. They had all the hardwood flooring lovingly restored. And, because the land in front of the house was covered with hollows and dips, they had that ground in front levelled. The Browns say of the two -year restoration of their home, "The two -year restoration has been a labor of love." Valerie Lavender, Vice Chair Presenter Citizen of Merit Award to Rodney Kunath Official Photographer Northampton Historical Commission Every now and then, the Northampton Historical' Commission presents' an award to a citizen from the community, for an exemplary dedication to the preservation of the history and built environment of our city. This year, the Commission proudly presented a Citizen of Merit award to someone whose name is well known in the city Rodney Kunath. Rodney is a graduate of Clarke School for the Deaf He is a knowledgeable Clarke School historian. In addition, Rodney is a member of Clarke School's National Development Committee. In January of 2003, Rodney became the president of the Alumni Association of Clarke School. Rodney's love and knowledge of his precious city, Northampton, led him to become'a member ofthe Northampton Historical Commission, from 1993' through 1998. Over the past decade, Rodney has been the Commission's official photographer, whose photographs of award winning properties are displayed at the Commission's annual awards ceremony. Although the Commission aims to get property information to Rodney in a timely manner, there have be'en those years when he has been presented with a list of award- winning properties to photograph at the very last minute. Nevertheless, there are always 3 or 4 photographic views of each property, developed and delivered in time for the ceremony. Rodney is 'a well recognized figure in our city parades, driving his beautifully restored 1954 red Chevy convertible. Look for him behind the wheel of this beauty at the gala parade in June, 2004, to celebrate Northampton's350 anniversary Christopher Kennedy Chair Presenter Cafe Casablanca 16 Main Street Owner: Abid Assail' Contractor: Colin Hoffmeister/Cornerstone Builders Designer: Joseph IKrupczynski D.B.A. "Studio Projects" Category: Decorative Design A tasteful and innovative solution for a commercial facade. The designer: collaborating with the owner's experience in the restaurant trade successfully achieved the integration of a light and open modern space respectful within the larger frame work of a large, Victorian, multi story commercial building. The extensive use of natural wood (mahogany) provides warmth for the subtle use of modern elements such as the existing glass block along the side wall to the added pronounced overhang struts and sans serif stainless steel sign lettering. The tasteful juxtaposition of warmth and modernism together with the innovative sliding glass panel facade combine to provide an open air cafe experience within the luxury of an indoor setting. The original entry was redesigned from a confusing and shared entrance to an A.D.A. compliant entrance providing an airy and inviting well lit access. The owner confessed that while the five month project was a lot of work, it was made easier by the fact that all those involved were both customers and friends. `Barbara: Blumenthal Presenter. 111 PLEASANT STREET Sylvester's Owners: Peter St Martin Maureen McGuinness This brick building was constructed early in the 19th century; many alterations during approximately 200 years, including a new mansard roof to replace the. original Federal -style pitched roof, have resulted in its French Second Empire style. The building, originally a residence, also has had numerous uses as commercial shops, a junior college, and artists' studios. Since 1983, Peter St. Martin and Maureen McGuinness have operated Sylvester's, a restaurant named for their location's best known resident- Sylvester Graham —who owned the house from 1836 until his death in 1851. Graham :was a scientist, food faddist, vegetarian, lecturer, and Northampton eccentric. The restaurant's tradition of homemade breads is another tribute to Graham. In 1993, a year after they purchased the building, St. Martini and McGuinness added a single -story wood clapboard addition, set back from the street and painted red to blend in with the original building. St. Martin and McGuiness began thinking about the current alteration in 2000, as a way to increase their dining room space and to do structural repairs. Northampton architect Tom Douglas designed the two -story brick addition, which is well integrated with the existing building. Many elements are in harmony with the original structure: brick exterior walls, simple brick detailing, a prominent ornamental cornice, and decorative windowsills and lintels. A new central design feature gracefully unites the old with the new a wood -framed Victorian porch which serves as a decorative central front entry. Other participants in this project are the builders, Pioneer Contractors, owned by David Claxton, Jonathan Kohrman, who painted the decorative interior finishes (influenced by French bistro style), and James Finnegan, the brickwork mason. Susan. Well Presenter 211 North Street Michael Sissman has transformed the building at 211 North Street from the home of a dry cleaning business that began on the site in the 1920's to office /residential spaces. The building we see today was built in four or five stages with the last addition in 1938. Sissman cleaned up the lot including taking down some outbuildings and adding a 3 -car brick garage. The exterior has new roofing and was power- washed. The masonry was repaired and windows replaced as needed. The interior was gutted and rebuilt. Ford Gillan Architects Inc. was the architect and William Turomsha, the contractor. Kim Howes Presenter Florence Civic and Business Association President: Steve Strimer Renovation Committee Chair: William Arnold Painting Contractor: Michael Gormely Built at the turn of the 20 Century, the original building was known locally as the Rose Hayes House where she and her husband a fire chief, resided. When a purchased the property for a "branch local town leaders saw an opportunity to move the building to property which the Association owned on the west side of Florence Center and to add meeting facilities for community purposes: Over the years, the facilities became "worn Member energies were mobilized to raise funds in addition ta.a generous gift and a program to refurbish the "center" was initiated. Michael Gormely Painting Contractor, handled restoration of the exterior surfaces. Other work involving inside and outside refurbishing was handled primarily by volunteers and is continuing. Norman Winston Presenter Lyman Plant House and Conservatory Botanic Garden of Smith College Director: Michael Marcotrigiano Improvements as follows: 1. A furnished reception hall. 2. An exhibit hall 3. A research lab 4. Expanded offices 5. Increased work space 6. Increased storage space 7. Independent furnaces 8. Monitors to control humidity and ventilation Valerie Lavender, Vice Chair Presenter Brown Fine Arts Center Smith College Project Architects: Polshek Partnership Architects, New York Project Manager: Charles Conant, Physical Plant, Smith College Prior to the renovation of the Brown Fine Arts Center, the previous building, opened in 1972, had become outdated in several respects. Smith College's $35- million renovation of the fine arts complex, from 2000 to 2002, is the largest capital project in the history of the college. Following is the process of the renovation magic: Expanded the previous complex by 36,000 square feet, while enlarging the footprint by just 2.5 percent. Created an enclosed, 40- foot -high sky -lit atrium that unites the art library, museum, and art department and serves as a year -round gathering space. Incorporated a 7,000 square -foot Imaging Center that unites and makes available the latest technology in digital imaging for teaching and research. Increased to four the number of special classrooms available for teaching with museum objects. Added a common studio for art- making, material analysis, and family /children's events. Reconfigured the art library collections to provide more convenient access to materials and added power and data ports to patron work areas. Wired the complex with cutting edge technology, including high -speed and graphically- enhanced workstations. Provided a sloped, high -tech auditorium seating 109. Expanded and renovated the sculpture studio with bronze- casting facility. Expanded the printmaking studio. Created an updated photograph studio. Provided an additional drawing studio. Included a computer- assisted design (CAD) capability in the new Visual Communications Resource Center. Provided additional private studio spaces for honors students. Provided five additional faculty offices. Added a new floor of daylit galleries to the museum. Installation of elevator, for accessibility. Northampton Historical Commission 2003 Historic Preservation Award Winners A.) The Brown Fine Arts Center 20 Elm Street Smith College Trustees /2.) Lyman Plant House College Lane/ Smith college Campus Smith College Trustees ✓3.) 345 Elm Street Gordon and Florence Brown f38 Union Street Hobie Iselin 28 Union Street Northampton 1 Z) Sylvester's Restaurant 111 Pleasant Street Peter St. Martin Maureen McGuinness p rzO 211 North Street Former Twin Cleaners Michael Sissman 134 South Street j7) 16 Main Street Cafe Casablanca Abid Assad 1 ,462 Chestnut Street Craig Della Penna Sugar Maple Inn ,IA.) 88 North Elm Street Daniel and Gail Yacuzzo 0:) 46 Franklin Street Baskin and Sarah Buttenwieser /sea Florence Civic Association C /o/ Steve Strimer 53 Clark Avenue Northampton ALWAYS LOW PRICES_ WE SELL FOR LESS ALWAYS MANAGER CHRISTOPHER 'BBRYANT t 413 587 0001 NORTHAMPTON, MA STt 2901 0P4 00000435 7 TEI65 TR4 802527 BATTERY 004133317605 3,47 J BAfTERM 004133317605 3.47 J _123 2 PK P.N. 04.394tYQ03 8 a 9. r J `�,3,�r�'�'1 `F:I��1.,_A °{�I�O�t'r� 04'/0 I t s' 35MMr1L11 008477970430 5.14 J 3514M FILM 008477970430 5.44 J 35MH FILM 008477970430 5,44 J 14t4ERIC SHGL 0021 0006 1 526 F 2.78 1 OM CHOP HAM 004470001163 F 2.50 H SUBTOTAL 43,94 TAX 1 5.000 1,93 TOTAL 45,87 DEBIT TEND 45.87 DEBIT CASH BACK 40.00 TOTAL DEBIT PURCHASE 35.87 CHANGE DUE 40.00 EFT DEBIT PAY FROM PRIMARY ACCOUNT 3376 45,87 PURCHASE 40.00 CASH BACK 85.87 TOTAL PURCHASE REF 308100059527 NETWORK ID. 0082 APPR CODE. 050772 03/22/03 17 ITEMS SOLD 9 TCt .8053.2169 2670 3826 9194 1111111 II1111111111 1I 1 UII Wk.-MART HAS MONEY ORDERS FOR .46 03/22/03 17 Ills 11 1 kPP DOUBLE 11 366 KING STREET N0RTH8MPTOM, MA 9HkR*8CY: 586-8315 STOKE: 586-8326 RESU05 T8HN41264 C%UK¢016605 STR1t-11 �d�� �10��M �n�� 7|&�g0 6 ITEMS SUBTOTAL MA 5.0x TAX TOTAL DEBIT e:*R.****vr**3776 CASH BACK Q�0�� �J�&| �om e 1X6 |2.29l 31 06 68 35.7* 55 71 01/06 MS 20.00 5041 7312 6126 4069 TRIP SUMMARY: SALE CLIPFREE CPN SAVINGS 6 00 EXTRACARE BALANCES AS OF O1/10 EXTRRC8RE 2N8 QTR. SPENDING: 6.73 STARTING 1/20 GET YOUR 1ST QUARTER EXTRA BUCKS AT THE REGISTER! LOOK FOR THEN ON YOUR RECEIPT REDEEMABLE IN STORE OR AT CVS.CUH IT'S THAT 'EASY! MAY 6; 2 5:29 PM RETURNS WITH RECEIPT lHRU 07/05/2003 AWARD OF MERIT KM Pi Rodney Official Photographer Northampton Historical Commission Member 1993 -1998 Ili 6+4k w compAk5-A.4_\ ick qq6 Northampton Historical Commission 1 of 2 Table of Contents [North.ampton Historical Commission Northampton Historical Commission 2003 Historic Preservation Award Winners 1. The Brown Fine Arts Center 20 Elm Street Smith College Trustees 2. Lyman Plant House College Lane/ Smith college Campus Smith College Trustees 3. 345 Elm Street Gordon and Florence Brown 4. 38 Union Street Hobie Iselin 28 Union Street Northampton 5. Sylvester's Restaurant 111 Pleasant Street Peter St. Martin Maureen McGuinness 6. 211 North Street Former Twin Cleaners Michael Sissman 134 South Street http: /gwweb3. smith. edu /servlet/webacc context= ittmYamrciKm &Item.drn= 7587z8z0 4/30/03 3:47 PM Northampton Historical Commission http: /gwweb3. smith. edu /servlet/webacc context= ittmYamrciKm &Item.dm= 7587z8z0 2 of 2 7. 16 Main Street Cafe Casablanca Abid Assad 8. 62 Chestnut Street Craig Della Penna Sugar Maple Inn 9. 88 North Elm Street Daniel and Gail Yacuzzo 10. 46 Franklin Street Hosea Baskin and Sarah Buttenwieser 11. Florence Civic Association C /o/ Steve Strimer 53 Clark Avenue Northampton 1 P4t Cum{ k-Attt) Az_ozic r 4/30/03 3:47 PM Name WORKING ON A HISTORIC PROPERTY? The Northampton Historical Commission will present Historic Preservation Awards in May, 2003, for construction and renovation projects that contribute to the positive evolution of the built environment in this city. YOUR PROPERTY COULD BE AN AWARD WINNER! GENERAL GUIDELINES Awards are given for any size project involving exterior work, and for interior work that is accessible to the public. Buildings or projects must be 50 years old in Categories 1 -3, or brand new in Category 4: 1. RESTORATION as authentic as possible, building has same or similar use as the original 2. RENOVATION similar to original, additions allowed, similar use 3. CREATIVE RE -USE restored or renovated as above, additions allowed, major change in use assumed 4. NEW DESIGN any new construction or improvement that is compatible with the historic buildings that surround it 5. STREETSCAPE OR LANDSCAPE projects involving more than one building Work must be complete the day you submit your application. Enclose "before" photos. Remember to take photographs before work is started on the property. Application Form Telephone Number Property Owner (if different) Owner's Telephone Number Nature of the work completed Submit to: Ms. Peg Keller Senior Planner Office of Planning and Development City Hall Northampton, MA 01060 (413) 587 -1288 Deadline: February 20, 2003 NOMINEE LIST NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION PRESERVATION AWARDS 2003 Date of Awards: May, 2003 Vote: March, 2003 Address Sojourner Truth Statue at little triangular park at corner of Pule Park St., Florence Owners Elks Club Masonic Fire Station Fitness Center Smith College Lilly Hall Smith College Art Complex -Smith Lyman Plant House 345 Elm Street, corner of Woodlawn 38 Union Street Sylvestor's Twin Cleaners, North St. Forbes Art Museum Comer of Strong and Main St. Academy of Music GC GC Gordon Florence Brown Nominated by Construct Hobie Isselin, owner Michael Sissman January, 2003 Work Done Presenter Work will begin in early 2003 Finished in April, '03. Extensive renovation to return bldg. to late 19th century character high Victorian Gothic architectural style; made handicapped acessible, add an elevator and restrooms on all floors, upgrade all interior spaces and .its mechanical and electrical systems. Baystate Hotel Franklin Street, near Ehn A patio on the side. Chestnut and High Street Removed siding. Near bike path. Corner property, 180 Main Street New "Teapot" Watch it Florence Civic Center Exterior painting; rehab North Elm Street Yacuzzo property Put addition on the side. How did brick match? =1129103 To: Valerie Lavender Subject Material for 5114 Historical Commission Awards Program Residence At 88 North Elm Street Owners: Gail and Dan Yacn377o This residence was built in 1928 with an all brick masonry exterior supplied from a brick making facility behind and below in the '`flats' of the Bay State section of Northampton. The present owriers decided to do away with a little used terrace arrangement on the North side of the building. Teagno Construction Company of Amherst handled all aspects of the project v /hich included an expanded kitchen. Great attention to detail was involved including "savine.of the full second floor windows and the use of authentic brick throughout. The owners describe the project as a "pleasant experience" with great credit to Teagno Construction Inc. and to the masonry work of Paul Korpita who scoured the area for the "right" bricks to match the originals. 4/29103 To Valerie Lavender Subject: Florence Civic and Business Association Community Center in Florence President: Steve Strimer Renovation Committee Chair: William Arnold Built at the turn of the 20 Century, the original building was known locally as the Rose Hayes House where she and her husband a fire chief, resided. When a bank purchased the property for a '`branch local town leaders saw an opportunity to move the building to property which the Association owned on the west side of Florence Center and to add meeting facilities for community purposes. Over the years, the facilities became `worn". Member energies were mobilized to raise funds in addition to a generous gift and a program to refurbish the "center' was initiated. Michel Gormely Painting Contractor, handled restoration of the exterior surfaces. Other work involving inside and outside refurbishing was handled primarily by volunteers and is continuing. Peg Keller From: Valerie Lavender [vlavende @yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, May 05, 2003 12:32 AM To: pkeller @northamptonplanning.org Cc: kimhowes @aol.com Subject: NHC Preservation Awards Contractor /Architect Info for Photo Labels Just read your email request. Below is the requested information. I hope this is helpful. Valerie 1. 345 Elm Street Flo and Gordon Brown Contractor: Nelson Shiflett, Valley Home Improvement 2. Brown Fine Arts Center Smith College Architect: Polshek Partnership Architects, New York 3. 88 North Elm Street Gail and Dan Yacuzzo Teagno Construction Company of Amherst Masonry work: Paul Korpita 4. Florence Civic and Business Association Community Center Painting Contractor: Michael Gormely Other refurbishing: Community volunteers Do you Yahoo!? The New Yahoo! Search Faster. Easier. Bingo. http: /search.yahoo.com Northampton Historical Commission 2003 Historic Preservation Award Winners e Brown Fine Arts Center 20 Elm Street Smith -ge Trustees Plant House 2.) College Lane/ Sm o ege ampus Smith College Trustees 3.) 345 Elm treet Gordon and Florence Brown 4.) 38 n Street obie Iselin 28 Unio r Northampton S s er s es auran 11 Pleasant Street Peter St. Martin Maureen McGuinness 6.) 211 North ree Former Twin Cleaners Michael Sissman 134 South S 7.) 16 treet afe Casablanca Abid Assad 8.) 6 estn aD ella Penna Sugar Maple Inn orth Elm Street Daniel and Gail Yacuzzo 10.) 46 Franklin Street C /o/ Steve Strimer 53 Clark Avenue Northampton Hosea Baskin and Sarah Buttenwieser 11.) Florence Civic Association ney 'unat Individual Recognition/ Photography 8 Reed Street Northampton C Northampton Historical Commission 2003 Historic Preservation Award Winners 1.) The Brown Fine Arts Center 20 EIm Street Smith College Trustees 2.) Lyman Plant House College Lane/ Smith college Campus Smith College Trustees 3.) 345 EIm Street Gordon and Florence Brown 4.) 38 Union Street Hobie Iselin 28 Union Street Northampton 5.) Sylvester's Restaurant 111 Pleasant Street Peter St. Martin Maureen McGuinness 6.) 211 North Street Former Twin Cleaners Michael Sissman 134 South Street 7.) 16 Main Street Cafe Casablanca Abid Assad 8.) 62 Chestnut Street Craig Della Penna Sugar Maple Inn 9.) 88 North Elm Street Daniel and Gail Yacuzzo 10.) 46 Franklin Street Hosea Baskin and Sarah Buttenwieser 11.) Florence Civic Association C /o/ Steve Strimer 53 Clark Avenue Northampton 12.) Rodney Kunath Individual Recognition/ Photography 8 Reed Street Northampton CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Yacuzzo; Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that your residence at 88 N. Elm Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The addition to your property was sensitively designed and blends well with the existing structure. It appears as if it were always there! We thank you. An Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before' photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment in our community. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 -1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 Respectfully, Christopher Kennedy, Chair NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 April 29, 2003 CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear Mr. Assad; NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL, COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 April 29, 2003 Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that the Cafe Casablanca at 16 Main Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The work performed on the property gives it an invigorated presence and contributes positively to the vitality of Main Street. We thank you. An Awards Ceremony, will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment in our community. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 -1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 Respectfully, Christopher .7 CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear Mr. Sissman; Respectfully, Christopher Ken NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 April 29, 2003 Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that the former Twin Cleaners at 211 North Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! 'The work performed on the property gives it new vitality and guarantees its longevity into the future. We .thank you. An Awards Ceremony, will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation, Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment in our community. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 -1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14th! CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Respectfully, Christopher Ken NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 April 29, 2003 Dear Mr. Della Penna; Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that the Sugar Maple Inn at 62 Chestnut Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The sensitive work performed on the property gives it new vitality and guarantees its longevity into the future. We thank you. An Awards Ceremony, will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant, House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment and the village of Florence. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14th! CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 NORTHAMPTON H I S T O R I C A L COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 Dear Mr. St. Martin and Ms. McGinness; April 29, 2003 Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that Sylvester's Restaurant at 111 Pleasant Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The sensitive work performed on the property gives it new vitality and guarantees its longevity into the future. We thank you. An Awards Ceremony, will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment and Pleasant Street. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 -1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 Respectfully, Christopher Ken CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear Mr. Iselin; NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060. April 29, 2003 Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that the property you rehabilitated at 38 Union Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The sensitive work performed on the property gives it new vitality and guarantees its longevity into the future. We thank you. An Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 -1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact meat 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 Respectfully, Christopher Ken y, C CITY HALL William. Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 Dear Mr. Kunath; Each year, as you know, the Northampton Historical Commission presents awards to either property owners that have accomplished a respectful restoration /renovation to a property, or to an individual for the personal contribution to the furthering of historic preservation in our community. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that you have been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award for your individual contribution! The gift you have given over the years of contributing your time and photographic talents documenting the award winning properties is valued and appreciated. We thank you and would like to acknowledge that contribution by bestowing a Preservation Award upon you. This years Awards. Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The "after" photographs that you have taken in the past have been used to create an archive of historic preservation projects. This will allow people to see the changes that have taken place in the built environment and the wonderful award winners that were acknowledged each year. Thank you again, Rodney, for your willingness to participate year after year in creating this visual celebration and physical record. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again for your role in enabling this ceremony to take place each and every year, and we hope to see you on the 14 Resp c Christopher Kenne April 29, 2003 CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 April 29, 2003 Dear Mr. and Mrs.. Brown; Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that your home at 345 Elm Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The sensitive work performed on your property gives it new vitality and greatly improves the visual contribution to the Elm Street Historic district. We thank you and welcome you to the community. The Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week. Events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation are being held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and we congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587-1288. .If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 Respectfully,/ Christopher NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear President Christ and College Trustees; April 29, 2003 Each year the-Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition,for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that the Brown Fine Arts Center and the Lyman Plant House projects have both been chosen to receive 2003 Preservation Awards! The sensitive work performed on both of these properties guarantees their presence long into the future and will allow them to continue to be appreciated by the community. We thank you. The Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College (Thank you!). Your Facilities and Operations Department has agreed to make parking available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. (Thank you) We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week. Events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation are being held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your projects and the work that was done. As you know we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others who you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and we congratulate you for these wonderful contributions to the built environment. We will be in contact with Mr. Brandt about the "before" pictures. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Your institution is to be commended for the excellent work and we greatly appreciate your offering to host the event in such a splendid location. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 Respectfully, Christopher Kennedy, Ch 'air CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear Mr. Brandt; Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that the. Brown Fine Arts Center and the Lyman Plant House projects have both been chosen to receive 2003 Preservation Awards! The sensitive work performed on both of these properties guarantees their presence long into the future and will allow them to continue to be appreciated by the broader community. We thank you The Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week. Events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation are being held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your projects and the work that was done. As you know we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others who you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and we congratulate you for these wonderful contributions to the built environment. It would be helpful if you could submit the "before" photos to Peg Keller prior to May 9th. She can be reached at 587 -1288. Thank you for not only the excellent work but for hosting the event in such a splendid location. See you on the 14 Respectfully, NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 Christopher Kerirre April 29, 2003 CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Yacuzzo; April 29, 2003 NORTHAMPTON H I S T O R. I C A. L COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that your residence at 88. N. Elm Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The addition to your property was sensitively designed and blends well with the existing structure. It appears as if it were always there! We thank you. An Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College.. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment in our community. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 th. If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 -1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 Respectfully, Christopher Kenn CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 April 29, 2003 Dear Mr. Strimer, on behalf of the Florence Civic Association; Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that the Florence Civic Association building has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The appropriate refurbishing of the property gives it new vitality, helps to guarantee its longevity into the future and makes a positive contribution to the village of Florence. We thank you. An Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment in our community. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 -1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact meat 584 6804.. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 ectfully, Christoph-r ennedy, Chair CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear Mr. Baskin and Ms. Buttenwieser; Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that your residence at 46 Franklin Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The addition to your property was sensitively designed and makes a positive contribution to the existing structure and surrounding neighborhood. We thank you. An Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment in our community. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 th If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 -1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 Respectfully, Christopher Kennedy, Chai NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 April 29, 2003 CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear Mr. Brandt; NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 April 29, 2003 Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that the Brown Fine Arts Center and the Lyman Plant House projects have both been chosen to receive 2003 Preservation Awards! The sensitive work performed on both of these properties guarantees their presence long into the future and will allow them to continue to be appreciated by the broader community. We thank you. The Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week. Events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation are being held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your projects and the work that was done. As you know we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others who you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and we congratulate you for these wonderful contributions to the built environment. It would be helpful if you could submit the "before" photos to Peg Keller prior to May 9th. She can be reached at 587 -1288. Thank you for not only the excellent work but for hosting the event in such a splendid location. See you on the 14 Respectfully, Christopher Kennedy, Chair CITY HALL William Fenno Pratt Architect, 1849 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Yacuzzo; Each year the Northampton Historical Commission selects several properties that it feels deserve recognition for their recent respectful restoration, renovation or new construction. On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to inform you that your residence at 88 N. Elm Street has been chosen to receive a 2003 Preservation Award! The addition to your property was sensitively designed and blends well with the existing structure. It appears as if it were always there! We thank you. An Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday May 14, 2003 at 4:15 p.m. at the Lyman Plant House at Smith College. Parking will be available on College Lane after 4:00 p.m. We have chosen a date during National Preservation Week and events sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be held all across the country. We hope you are able to attend our local celebration to accept your award. The Commission would like to request any "before" photographs you may want to share with us (they will be returned) for display during the ceremony. A local photographer will be taking "after" pictures. At the ceremony, you will be given a few minutes to describe your project and the work that was done. Although our awards are given to the owners of the property, we encourage you to invite the architects, builders and others you feel significantly contributed to the effort. We look forward to your participation and congratulate you for your wonderful contribution to the built environment in our community. Please submit your "before" pictures to Peg Keller in the Office of Planning and Development at City Hall before May 9 If you have any questions, she can be reached at 587 -1288. If you have any questions about the event, please contact me at 584 -6804. Thank you again and we hope to see you on the 14 Respectfully, NORTHAMPTON HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY HALL 210 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 Christopher Kennedy, Chair April 29, 2003 .ROMEN j; REED STRP.ET NORTHAMPTON MASSACHUSErrp. 01060 3 c) h Gnim 3 1 19A1 oc) AG, 71,24-)c lc to C-eS 11,68 1,2'7