HomeMy WebLinkAbout00-263 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 00-263
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
HISTORIC LANDMARK 00-04 DESIGNATING THE ALTA LOMA
SCHOOL AND SITE A HISTORIC LANDMARK, LOCATED AT
9488 19TH STREET AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF -APN: 201-474-02.
A. RECITALS.
1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga has filed an application for a Landmark as
described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Landmark is referred to as "the application."
2. On December 13, 2000, the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of
Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the
application.
3. On December 20, 2000, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
considered said application.
4. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. RESOLUTION.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined and resolved by the City
Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the
Recitals, Part 'A;' of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. The application applies to approximately 2.42 acres of land, basically a
rectangular configuration, located at 9488 19th Street.
3. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Council on December 20,
2000, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony,
and pursuant to Section 2.24.090 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code,
this Commission hereby makes the following findings and facts:
a. Historical and Cultural Significance:
Finding 1: The proposed Landmark is particularly representative of a
historic period, type, style, region, or way of life.
Fact/s: The property identifies the importance of education to the
early settlers of the Alta Loma area.
Finding 2: The proposed Landmark is an example of a type of
building, which was once common but is now rare.
Fact/s: The proposed landmark represents the single structure
schoolhouse design prevalent in the early part of the last
century.
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Finding 3: The proposed Landmark is of greater age than most of its
kind.
Fact/s: The landmark eligible property is approximately 114 years
old. The current structure was built in 1927, making it 73
years old.
Finding 4: The proposed Landmark was connected with someone
renowned, important, or a local personality.
FacVs: Henry Klusman, a prominent local architect and builder,
built the current structure.
Finding 5: The proposed Landmark is connected with a business or
use, which was once common but is now rare.
Fact/s: The site was used as a schoolhouse for the developing
community of Alta Loma; such small-town schools were
once common but are now rare.
b. Historic Architectural and Engineering Significance:
Finding 1: The construction materials or engineering methods used
in the proposed Landmark are unusual, significant, or
uniquely effective.
Fact/s: The use of reinforced concrete was unusual for this type
of structure and for this time period.
Finding 2: The overall effect of the design of the proposed Landmark
is beautiful, or its details and materials are beautiful or
unusual.
Facts: The restoration of the Mission Parapet and the formal
stairs will return elegant and important architectural
details to the structure.
c. Neighborhood and Geographic Setting:
Finding 1: The proposed Landmark materially benefits the historic
character of the neighborhood.
Facts: The Alta Loma School site and structure remain in
constant view of Alta Loma residents, reminding them of
the early era of the community of Alta Loma.
4. This Council hereby finds that the project has been reviewed and considered
in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as
landmark designations are exempt under CEQA, per Article 19, Section
15308.
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5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and
4 above, this Council hereby resolves that pursuant to Chapter 2.24 of the
Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code, that the City Council of the City of
Rancho Cucamonga hereby approves the Landmark Application on the 20th
day of December, 2000.
6. The Mayor of this Council shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20`h day of December 2000.
AYES: Alexander, Biane, Curatalo, Dutton, Williams
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
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William J. Alex der, ayor
ATTEST:
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De ra J. Ada CMC, City Clerk
I, DEBRA J. ADAMS, CITY CLERK of the City of Rancho Cucamonga,
California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly passed, approved and
adopted by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, at a Regular Meeting
of said City Council held on the 20th day of December 2000.
Executed this 2151 day of December, at Rancho Cucamonga, California.
Debra J. Adam C, City Clerk