HomeMy WebLinkAboutHPC Meeting Minutes 04-07-2026HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
City Hall - Council Chambers
525 North Third Avenue
Pasco, Washington
TUESDAY, April7, 2026
4:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
City of Pasco Historic Preservation Commission was called to order by Chair Stafford.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Marilynn Baker, Jay Hendler, and Devi Tate
Commissioners Excused: Chair Dan Stafford
Staff Present: C&ED Deputy Director Craig Raymond & CIP Manager Ryan Mehaffey
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioners unanimously approve the meeting minutes from March 3, 2026.
UNFINSHIED BUSINESS
Sylvester Donation Discussion
Commissioner Hendren discussed keeping the project simple, suggesting a roughly 4-foot marble or
granite plaque for display. The group toured the Sylvester Room and determined it was not a suitable
location, then explored alternative areas near the main entrance. Craig will follow up with the City
Manager's Office to seek approval for a downstairs location. Marilyn suggested adding an online
component and reaching out to Mr. Sylvester for a better photo.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
WORSHOP
None
MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Update by Ryan Mehaffey
Ryan provided an update on the MLK facility and distributed the MOU Annual Report to all
signatories. The group discussed the large community room, noting it is not currently available for
public use due to security and occupancy concerns, though Marilyn expressed interest in
encouraging future public access. Fundraising, grant opportunities, and the potential for private
donations were also discussed. Devi raised a state request regarding the use of submitted photos in a
conference guidebook, and Craig will verify whether additional permissions are needed. Marilyn
also shared a concern, via Tanya Bowers, about the possible demolition of the remaining BN right-
of-way wall.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by Commissioners at 5:04 pm.
espectfully submitted,
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Carmen Patrick, Administrative Assistant H
Community & Economic Development Department
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