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Table of Contents
I. Acknowledgments....................................................................................................4
II. Executive Summary.................................................................................................. 5
III. Economic Benefits of Historic Preservation.............................................................. 6
IV. Pasco's Heritage: History and Architecture............................................................... 8
V. Past Preservation Efforts........................................................................................ 12
VI. Current Status of Historic Preservation .................................................................. 27
VII. Creating the Future—Goals and Action Steps ........................................................ 31
VIII. Implementation Tools for Achieving Goals ............................................................ 46
Appendix A- Pasco's Heritage: History and Architecture........................................... 56
Appendix B - Public Outreach ....................................................................................... 77
AppendixC-Acronyms................................................................................................. 92
Appendix D— Examples of Museum Consortiums.......................................................... 93
Appendix E - Bibliography of Sources for Historic Information...................................... 96
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I. Acknowledgments
The Pasco Historic Preservations Plan was developed through the City of Pasco's
Community Development Office. This project was coordinated by Jeff Adams,Associate
Planner, under the leadership of Community Development Director Rick White. Thanks
are due to the many citizens of Pasco who provided input and information during the
course of this project.
Mayor
Matt Watkins
Mayor Pro-Tern
Rebecca Francik
Council Members
Mike Garrison
Bob Hoffmann
Tom Larsen
Saul Martinez
Al Yenney
Historic Preservation Commission
Dan Stafford, Chair
Marilynn Baker
Malin Bergstrom
Tom Brandon
Devi Tate
Consultant
Teresa Brum, Brum &Associates, Spokane, Washington
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II. Executive Summary
Across the country, cities are turning to historic preservation as a way to enhance their
quality of life, foster economic development, and build community pride.
To guide historic preservation efforts, many cities have completed plans to assist policy
makers and community leaders with myriad complex issues involving historic preservation.
The City of Pasco chose to create a strategic plan accompanied by a work plan including
specific activities and projects to guide historic preservation for the next five years.
The intent of the Pasco Historic Preservation Plan is to outline goals and actions to
preserve, develop and maintain historic buildings. The plan also provides recommendations
for increasing heritage tourism efforts as well as raising public awareness of the importance
of historic preservation in the community.
Historic preservation is beneficial for a number of reasons. Dozens of studies conducted in
Washington and throughout the country have demonstrated that historic preservation is an
economically sound, fiscally responsible, and cost effective strategy that produces visible and
measureable economic benefits to communities.
Goals of the Pasco Historic Preservation Plan
Goal 1: Enhance Protection and Preservation of Historic Buildings and Sites
Goal 2: Encourage Building Rehabilitation to Stimulate Economic Development
Goal 3: Increase Heritage Tourism
Goal 4: Strengthen Public Awareness and Partnerships
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III. Economic Benefits of Historic Preservation
Why Preserve? - The Economic Benefits of Historic Preservation
In addition to the more obvious benefit of enhancing the surrounding physical
environment, rehabilitation of older buildings helps revitalize a community. Dozens of
studies conducted nationwide over the past two decades have demonstrated that historic
preservation is an economically sound, fiscally responsible, and cost-effective strategy that
produces visible and measurable economic benefits to communities. In short, historic
preservation makes good economic sense.
1. Historic Preservation Increases Property Values
Studies across the country have shown that property values in designated National Register
or local historic districts generally increase more rapidly than the market. In most cases
historic designation enhances a property owner's resale values. A study of nine Texas
cities found that local historic designation increased property values from between 5% and
20%.
2. Historic Preservation Creates Jobs
In a typical historic rehabilitation project, between 60 and 70 percent of the total cost goes
toward labor,which has a beneficial ripple effect throughout the local economy because in
rehabilitation, laborers are almost always hired locally. Rehabilitation and revitalization
projects create thousands of construction jobs annually, and historic preservation creates
more jobs than new construction.
3. Historic Preservation Reuses Existing Public Investments
Every city has made significant investments in public infrastructure, including streets,
utilities, parks and schools. Historic preservation directs development to places where
infrastructure is already in place, thus saving the cost of building new improvements.
Additionally, rehabbing historic schools instead of building new saves money for
education.
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4. Historic Preservation Promotes Downtown Revitalization
Historic preservation has proven to be an effective economic development strategy for
downtown revitalization efforts across the country. The rehabilitation of historic buildings
not only raises individual property values, but it also reinforces and often raises the
property values of adjacent properties. Since 1980, the National Main Street program has
provided a model that has been used by downtowns across the country to stimulate $48.9
billion in total private and public investments.
5. Historic Preservation Encourages Tourism
Heritage tourism is one of the fastest growing industries across the country, and historic
resources are among the strongest assets for attracting visitors. Cultural heritage visitors
spend, on average, $994 per trip compared to $611 for all other US travelers. More and
more tourists are interested in visiting and exploring America's small towns and cities, and
the things they most want to see and experience are the places that make a community
unique and authentic its historic sites, buildings, and neighborhoods.
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IV. Pasco's Heritage: History and Architecture
Many thousands of years of history in Pasco have yielded a variety of cultural resources.
This brief overview of the history of Pasco provides the context for historic themes that
may be used for future historic register nominations. A more complete history, including
representative historic properties are identified for each historic theme, can be found in
the Appendix.
Overview and Early History
Pasco sits at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia Rivers in Southeast Washington.
The city was established in 1885 and incorporated in 1891; however, the Pasco area has
been an important area of human habitation for almost 10,000 years. For many years, it
was a traditional gathering, fishing and trading place for Native American tribes, who came
to the area to trade and catch and dry fish, and some remained throughout the winter in
the flats along the Columbia at the mouth of the Snake River.
The spot where the Snake enters the Columbia had been a popular tribal rendezvous spot
for centuries, sometimes called the Grand Rendezvous or the Great Forks. Tribes
commonly camped, fished, and wintered from the Snake's mouth upstream on the
Columbia for eight miles toward the spot where the Yakima River enters.The City of
Pasco spreads out today over the eastern bank of this stretch of the Columbia.
The Lewis &Clark Expedition camped at the confluence of the two rivers in 1805 and
1806, and reported that Native Americans gathered there in great numbers to view them at
the Snake-Columbia confluence, the site of today's Sacajawea State Park, a few miles
downstream from Pasco.When Clark rowed upstream to the mouth of the Yakima,
paddling directly past today's Pasco, he reported a number of mat-covered Indian lodges.
A few ranchers and explorers arrived in the 1860s and 1870s, but for the most part the site
of Pasco remained a Native American fishing camp.
The Sacajawea State Park is now located at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia
Rivers, and Chiawana Park is located along the Columbia River. Historic resources in
these areas are archaeological.
Early Pasco
The history of the City of Pasco began with the history of Ainsworth, a town about two
miles southeast of Pasco, which has now vanished. When the Northern Pacific Railroad
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made plans in 1879 to create a line from Spokane to Portland, it platted the town of
Ainsworth at the mouth of the Snake River to serve as a railroad construction camp.
Before long,Ainsworth was full of workers, including hundreds of Chinese and Irish
laborers,who were laying track and building bridges. Lumber for the railroad tracks was
floated to Ainsworth from the Yakima River to the north and from the Snake and
Clearwater Rivers to the east. By 1883, Franklin County was established and Ainsworth, as
the largest town, became the county seat. By 1885, the Northern Pacific established the
more permanent town site of Pasco, in the process dismantling and moving many of the
buildings of Ainsworth to the new town site.
Although there are several versions of the origin of the name Pasco, the most widely
accepted is that Virgil G. Bogue, a construction engineer for the Northern Pacific Railway,
named it after Cerro de Pasco, Peru, where he had worked to build a railroad in the Andes
Mountains.
By 1910, the population of Pasco was 2,083,which was nearly double the size of
Kennewick and five times bigger than Richland. Irrigation projects had been completed,
and acres of the landscape were covered with farms and orchards. Pasco became well
known for asparagus and strawberries, and also orchards of peaches, apples and cherries.
Icehouses and fruit-packing facilities soon built up to store fruit prior to transportation, a
few of which still exist today.
Railroad Heritage
In the early years of Pasco's history the dominant economic factor was the million-dollar
annual payroll of the Northern Pacific Railway, now merged with other lines to form the
Burlington Northern/Santa Fe.
Pasco's importance as a transportation center was reflected in the construction of buildings
associated with the railroads. Pasco became a Northern Pacific division headquarters in
1907 and the Spokane, Portland and Seattle Railroad Mainline was built through Franklin
County at the same time. A large roundhouse, shops and icehouse were constructed as
well as infrastructure improvements such as street paving, sidewalks and sewers. Outside
investors and developers came to Pasco between 1907 and 1915 and approximately 80 new
commercial structures were erected, primarily in the "Old Town" area.
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Civic, Institutional, Religious and Educational Development
Civic structures in Pasco were primarily built between 1915-1941, and in many ways, the
political and cultural development of Pasco is reflected in its extant civic and religious
buildings. Identified resources include landmark buildings such as the Pasco Post Office,
Carnegie Library(now Franklin County Museum), Franklin County Courthouse,
McLaughlin School (now City Hall), and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital (north wing). A few
neighborhood churches also exist.
Commercial Growth and Development
Early commercial buildings were constructed in Pasco's "Old Town" area that was situated
in what is today the area around Clark Street, North Second Street, the Pasco Rail yards,
and a sidetrack south of Columbia Street. Most of the early wood frame buildings were
destroyed by fire, which led to the enactment of a fireproofing ordinance in 1910 that
required all commercial structures to be constructed of brick or concrete.
Downtown commercial construction moved west, and occurred primarily between 1915
and 1940 between Second and Fifth Streets on Lewis and Clark. Most commercial
structures of this area are in the Art Deco or Art Moderne style, characterized by glazed tile,
structural pigmented glass, and rounded facade walls and Art Deco facade elements.
Aviation and Military History
Aviation history dates to 1926 when Varney Air Lines started airmail service between Pasco
and Elko, Nevada. United Airlines took over Varney and in 1934, United moved away
and Pasco was without air service until Empire Air Lines started air service in 1949, and
was later taken over by Hughes Air West.
An Army Reconsignment Depot was located in Pasco during World War II, increasing the
population to 14,000. After the war, the Port of Pasco bought the Reconsignment Depot
as war surplus, and now houses many industrial and commercial tenants of the Port of
Pasco at the "Big Pasco" facilities.
In 1942, the Pasco Naval Air Station was established as a training center for Naval aviators,
and was later used to rebuild damaged carrier-based squadrons of planes. When the War
ended, the City of Pasco purchased the entire Navy Base, and many of the properties
remain and house commercial and industrial tenants.
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Residential Development
Pasco's historic homes range from working class housing and apartment buildings to a few
remaining high-style homes. Historic resources associated with residential development
include five residential areas of homes, and while many of the homes have been altered, a
few still retain their historic character. Architectural styles prominent in Pasco include
styles from 1910-1940 such as Craftsman, Tudor Revival, Colonial Revival, Classical
Revival, and a few pre-1910 Folk Victorian style homes. Pasco neighborhoods also feature
good collections of Minimal Traditional and Ranch style homes from the 1940's and
1950's. There does not appear to be a high enough concentration of intact historic homes
to qualify as an historic district, however, homes scattered throughout the city may
individually qualify for local register designation.
Ethnic Heritage
The ethnic history of an area is sometimes overlooked, yet plays an important role in the
development of any city. Little has been written about the contributions ethnic groups
have been made to Pasco's history, and should be explored in future surveys and historic
register nominations.
Architecture of the Recent Past
Looking ahead, interest in Mid-Twentieth Century design is growing, as properties on or
near the 50-year age threshold begin to qualify for listing as historic resources. Buildings
from the 1950's and 1960's that exemplify the mid-century may include ranch-style
residential areas, curtain-wall commercial buildings, drive-in restaurants, and motels in
Pasco such as the Desert Aire and Starlight. Commercial and residential properties
associated with the development of Hanford should also be identified.
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V. Past Preservation Efforts
The City of Pasco has conducted planning efforts in recent years that recommended
policies and actions affecting historic building rehabilitation. Some were conducted by the
City of Pasco, including the Pasco Comprehensive Plan, the Downtown Action Plan, and
the 1982 Historic Structures Survey. Some were conducted by government agencies to
meet compliance with Section 106. In some of these planning efforts, issues surrounding
historic preservation efforts are examined in detail while in others historic preservation is a
peripheral issue. This section begins with an analysis of structures over 50 years old,
followed by the most relevant planning efforts, along with summaries of their impact on
historic preservation.
Pasco City Hall is a good example of the adaptive reuse of an older building. The former school
building was first constructed as Pasco High School and then served as McLoughlin Middle School.
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A. Evaluation of Structures over 50 Years Old
An analysis of Pasco structures indicates existing properties that are more than 50 years
old. This suggests that a portion of the city's structures could meet the criterion for historic
significance and that future historic surveys may identify those structures as eligible for
inclusion in a local, state or national register of historic places.
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B. Evaluation of Local Programs
Planning and Evaluation - Past Efforts
Government functions related to planning and implementation provide the foundation for
historic preservation implementation. These efforts include historic survey, register
listings, downtown plans and/or neighborhood plans that include historic properties.
RESOURCE, METHOD , PROCESS STATUS
Survey Projects Yes
Individually Surveyed Properties 281 (WISSARD)
National Register Districts 2-Lower Snake
Archaeological District and Sacajawea State Park District
Individual National Register Nominations 7
Preservation Ordinance Yes
Downtown Plan Yes
Neighborhood Plans None
Current preservation plans Draft
Comp Plan Some references
Publically Owned Historic Properties - Past Efforts
Older properties owned by public entities such as cities, counties, and ports may have
historic and cultural significance. Public agencies have the opportunity to preserve and
protect these properties for the benefit of the entire community.
PROPERTY HISTORIC REGISTER STATUS
Franklin County Courthouse Yes
Franklin County Museum Yes
Pasco -Kennewick Bridge Yes
U.S. Post Office No
NAS Pasco Air traffic Control Tower No
City Hall No
Port of Pasco-Big Pasco No
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Privately Owned Historic Properties - Past Efforts
Older properties owned by private individuals or businesses also can have historic
significance and may,with the owner's support, be designated historic. Historic
designation can bring tax benefits and provide a unique identify for a property.
PROPERTY REGISTER STATUS
Moore Mansion, Event Center, 200 North Road 34 Listed on National Register;
Special Valuation Tax Incentive project
Preservation Ordinance- Past Efforts
The preservation program of a local government can be tailored to its specific needs. The
mechanism for enabling a preservation program is found in its preservation ordinance.
The ordinance needs to be written so that it provides an adequate and accurate framework
to achieve the community's desired goals.
ORDINANCE REFERENCE STATUS
Designate properties to a local register of historic places. No
Undertake public education/awareness efforts. Yes
Review, comment upon, and approve changes to designated properties. Yes
Administer Special Valuation incentives. Yes
Administer other incentives. No
Provide technical assistance on recommended rehabilitation techniques. No
Survey local historic properties and manage databases. No
Provide expertise on preservation to elected officials/public agencies. Yes
Provide policy guidance on preservation to elected officials/public agencies. Yes
Fulfill policies of the local preservation plan. No
Establishes preservation commission. Yes
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Implementation of Historic Preservation at the Local Level - Past Efforts
Local government and its partners have a critical role in the protection of cultural
resources. Local land use processes such as zoning, capital improvement plans, and
annexations impact both the short-and long-term preservation of cultural resources. A
variety of programs and processes are available to protect and regulate historic properties,
and should be balanced with incentives to stimulate redevelopment.
PROGRAM STATUS
Main StreetTM program Incomplete
Certified Local Government program None
Local Register of Historic Places None
Design Review for Historic Properties Yes - 1 property
Preservation Regulations Non-specific
Historic Districts with Design Review None
Section 106 Review for Engineering Projects No HP involvement
Building Permit Processes No HP involvement
Facade Improvement Incentive Yes; no HP
involvement
Special Valuation Incentive Yes - 1 property
Alternative Building Permit Interpretation None
Federal Investment Tax Credit None
Facade Easement Program None
Certified Local Government grant funding None
Main Street B&O Tax Credit None
House Bill 1386 Evaluation Suggested
Capitol Heritage Grants None
Washington Courthouse Program Yes-Franklin County Cth.
Valerie Sivinski Bricks &Mortar Grants None
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Historic Preservation Constituency- Past Efforts
While local government and its partners accomplish the core regulatory work of historic
preservation, it is the many individuals and organizations that sustain the community's
interest in preservation. Some have historic preservation as their core mission, such as
historical societies and preservation advocacy groups. Others have historic preservation as
a key value, such as neighborhood organizations and downtown organizations.
TYPE T O'R ANIZA=N
Local Historical Societies
Franklin County Historical Society and Museum
WA State Railroad Historical Society
Sacajawea State Park and Museum
Local Archaeological Societies None
Advocacy groups for preservation of a specific property Save the Tower Group
Local preservation advocacy groups None
Neighborhood groups for protection of historic districts None
Civic organizations with preservation focus None
Downtown organizations with historic properties Downtown Pasco
Development Authority
(DPDA)
Visitor and Convention Bureau Tri-Cities Visitor&
Convention Bureau
Chamber of Commerce Pasco Chamber
Pasco Hispanic Chamber
Related Organizations Port of Pasco
Public Library Collections None
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Historic Preservation Education and Outreach — Past Efforts
We can't escape our history; it is all around us in the buildings and sites in our
communities. However, in order to fully appreciate and understand the past, methods of
targeted outreach and education are employed. Interpretation can include web sites, social
media such as Facebook and Pinterest; printed brochures; printed walking tours; plaques;
freestanding signs; kiosks and shelters; banners; organized tours; events; newsletters or
email updates; classes and workshops; video on YouTube; curriculum in schools; historic
reenactments; and much more. Information on local history is easily accessible from local
museums; historic register nominations; and History Link, the online encyclopedia of
Washington State History.
INTERPRETIVE HISTORY STATUS
Sacajawea State Park Web site, brochure, plaques,
interpretive signs, events
Franklin County Museum Web site, brochure, plaque
Franklin County Courthouse Limited information on
website
Moore Mansion Limited information on web
site, brochure
Downtown History No interpretation identified
City of Pasco On City web sites
Railroad History On WSRR Museum web site
Aviation History Limited
Hispanic History No interpretation identified
Chinese History No interpretation identified
Black History No interpretation identified
Education
K42 school curriculum None
University Programs WSU Tri-Cities History Prgm.
Community College None Identified
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C. Previous Survey and Identification Projects
The Washington Information System for Architectural and Archaeological Record Data
(WISSARD) database indicates that there are 281 surveyed properties in Pasco that are
over 50 years of age and could potentially be designated historic. Most of the properties
were surveyed prior to 2006.
The first comprehensive survey of Pasco's historic resources was completed in 1982 by
preservation professional Sarah LeCompte, under the direction of the City's Community
Development Department and through funding provided by the Community Development
Block Grant program. The final report, "City of Pasco Historic Structures Survey,"
provides a fairly comprehensive overview of Pasco's historical development. This
document is a well-researched study of numerous themes and contexts associated with the
city's history by phase of construction, including a first phase 1895-1905, a second phase
1907 to 1915; a third phase 1915 to 1941, a fourth phase associated with the construction
of the Naval Air Base in the 1940's to 1950's. The report has remained a good resource
for studying Pasco's architectural history, however, an updated study would also include
properties that were not fifty years old at the time of the study, and also reflect properties
that have now been demolished.
The purpose of the LeCompte survey was to identify structures that might quality for
nomination to the State or National Register of Historic Places and structures potentially
eligible for the Investment Tax Credit. The survey included all areas within the city limits.
Properties that were included in the survey were those that might qualify for investment tax
credits.
The LeCompte survey noted that few of the properties in Pasco that were over 50 years old
at the time (1932 and earlier) met the criteria for listing on the State or National Register
of Historic Places. Most of the properties have been substantially altered. LeCompte
noted that three properties, the Moore Mansion, Carnegie Library, and Franklin County
Courthouse had already been listed on National Register of historic places.
LeCompte identified only one potential National Register district, the "Old Town"
original commercial district of Pasco built during the boom period of 1907-1915 and
related to railroad operations. The district would be comprised of five and a half city
blocks and bounded by Clark Street, North Second Street, the Pasco Railyards, and a
sidetrack south of Columbia Street. The area included 48 one and two story commercial
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structures, and was recommended to probably be eligible for listing on the State or
National Register. Many of these properties have been altered, and were determined
ineligible (either individually or as contributing buildings in a district) in a 2009 survey,
such as the French Quarters Restaurant at 122 West Lewis, the St.Vincent de Paul store at
129 West Lewis Street. It is unlikely that the potential for a district still exists.
LeCompte singled out fourteen individual structures of local importance as having some
degree of local importance. However, several have been subsequently determined ineligible
for the National Register, such as the McLaughlin School and Our Lady of Lourdes
Hospital, and some have been altered or demolished, such as the Northern Pacific
Roundhouse and Shops. The Historic Preservation Commission may want to review this
list when considering potential properties for a local register. In particular, the Downtown
Pasco Post Office appears eligible for the National Register and remains relatively intact on
the exterior.
Approximately 250 residential structures built prior to 1930 were identified in the
LeCompte survey, but few were found to meet National Register criteria individually and
most neighborhoods were not sufficiently cohesive to qualify as historic districts. Four
residential areas with high concentrations of older homes were identified, however, due to
extensive alternations, none of these areas would meet National Register criteria for
historic districts.
The LeCompte survey identified properties 40 years or older at the time of the survey that
could potentially be eligible for the 20% Investment Tax Credit, referencing the Economic
Recovery Tax Act of 1981. It is important to note that the 1981 Act was amended in
1984 and 1987, and the tax incentive was changed to allow only a 20 percent investment
tax credit for designated income producing properties and a 10 percent tax credit for
income producing properties that did not meet the criteria for historic designation:
"If a property is listed in the National Register, certain special Federal income tax
provisions may apply. The Tax Reform Act of 1986 revises the historic preservation
tax incentives authorized by Congress in the Tax Reform Act of 1976, the Tax
Recovery Act of 1978, the Tax Treatment Extension Act of 1980, the Economic
Recovery Tax Act of 1981, and the Tax Reform Act of 1984, and as of January 1,
1987, provides for a 20 percent investment tax credit with a full adjustment to basis
for rehabilitating historic commercial, industrial, and rental residential buildings.
The Tax Treatment Extension Act of 1980 provides Federal tax deductions for
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charitable contributions or for conservation purposes of partial interests in
historically important land areas or structures." (National Park Service)
Subsequent Survey Reports
Jim Sharpe and Raena DeMaris completed a more recent inventory, the Lewis Street
Overpass Survey, in 2009 as part of a proposed transportation project. This survey
determined the Lewis Street Underpass eligible for the National Register, and Level II
mitigation was undertaken to document the Lewis Street Underpass. In this survey, several
downtown properties in the vicinity of the overpass were also surveyed, the majority of
which were determined ineligible. In 2007/2008, the Pasco Historic Preservation
completed a survey of historic properties.
Future survey efforts should review these reports and provide an updated and detailed
analysis of those properties in the city that have particular architectural or historical
significance.
D. Previous Historic Register Nominations
To recognize and designate historic properties, there are three registers of historic places:
the National, State and Local. The National Register is the nation's official list of
properties that are important in the history, architectural history, archaeology, engineering,
and culture of the United States. The National Register is maintained by the National Park
Service, and expanded through nominations by individuals, organizations, state and local
governments, and federal agencies. The Department of Archaeology and Historic
Preservation maintains a state register of historic places, the Washington Heritage Register,
which documents significant historic and prehistoric resources throughout Washington at
the state level. The City of Pasco could potentially maintain a local register, however, this
has not yet been established. On any of the three registers, historic properties can be listed
individually or in districts.
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Individually Designated Historic Properties
Six individual properties have been listed on both the National and State registers:
• The Allen Rockshelter archaeological site was listed in 1978; as an archaeological
site, the location is restricted.
• The Strawberry Island Village Archaeological Site was listed in 1980, however as an
archaeological site, the location is restricted.
• The Franklin County Courthouse was listed in 1978 and is located at 1016 North
4th
• The James Moore House was listed in 1979 and is located at 200 Road 34.
• The Pasco Carnegie Library was listed in 1982 and located at 305 North 4th
• The Pasco-Kennewick Columbia River Bridge, also known as the Benton-Franklin
Inter-County Bridge and the "green bridge,"was constructed in 1922. It was listed
in 1981, however, it has since been demolished. The bridge was removed from the
Washington Heritage Register when it was demolished. In 1978, the Ed Hendler
Intercity Bridge, a prize-winning cable-stayed bridge,was built alongside the Pasco-
Kennewick(or Benton-Franklin Inter-County) Bridge, and ultimately replaced it.
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Pasco-Kennewick Columbia River Bridge/Benton-Franklin Inter County Bridge (now demolished)
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American Engineering Record)
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Two individual properties were listed only on the Washington Heritage Register:
• The Ainsworth Townsite was listed as an archaeological site in 1971. As an
archaeological site, the location is restricted.
• The Pasco/Kennewick- Columbia River Bridge, also known as the Northern
Pacific Railroad Bridge, was constructed in 1905. It was listed on the Washington
Heritage Register in 1981. It was the construction of this railroad bridge that
brought the city of Pasco into being, and transformed it from a temporary
Northern Pacific junction into a major railroad interchange.
National Historic Register Districts
Two historic districts were listed on both the National and State registers. The Lower
Snake River Archaeological District was listed in 1984; as an archaeological site, the
location is restricted. The entire Sacajawea State Park, located at 2503 Sacajawea Park
Road, was listed as a National Register District in 2007. The Sacajawea State Park District
includes four buildings, one structure and one object, including a Park Ranger House.
Eligible National Historic Register District
A recent survey by architectural historian Stephen Emerson examined the buildings at the
Pasco Holding and Reconsignment Point,which was built for the U S Army for use as a
storage and transportation depot. The survey found that eight warehouses and other
surviving buildings would be eligible as components of a National Register district. The
buildings are currently owned by the Port of Pasco and are used as an industrial park.
C. Creation of the Pasco Historic Preservation Commission
The Pasco Historic Preservation program plays a vital role in the city's historic preservation
efforts. The Pasco City Council established the program in 2006 to promote and regulate
historic preservation efforts in Pasco. The Pasco Historic Preservation program is
administered by the City of Pasco's Community Development Department under the
direction of the Planning Division,with oversight by the Community Development
Director.
The Pasco Historic Preservation Commission is responsible for the stewardship of the
historic and architecturally significant properties in the City of Pasco.
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The Pasco Historic Preservation Ordinance 3785 was adopted August 7th, 2006 and
created a 5-member Pasco Historic Preservation Commission.
The primary powers, duties, and responsibilities of the HPC are provided in
accordance with Pasco Ordinance 3785.
D. Previous City Planning Efforts and Their Impact on Historic
Preservation
Pasco 2007 Comprehensive Land Use Plan
Pasco's 2007 Comprehensive Plan was prepared under the framework of Growth
Management. Pasco, like most Washington cities and counties had prepared
comprehensive plans for many years; however, growth management in Washington took
on new meaning with the passage of the Growth Management Act(GMA)by the
Washington Legislature in 1990. The GMA provides a framework for regional
coordination, and counties planning under the GMA are required to adopt countywide
planning policies to guide plan adoption within the county and to establish urban growth
areas (UGAs).
Historic Preservation was one of the 13 goals of Washington's Growth Management Act
(GMA), specifically to "Identify and encourage the preservation of lands, sites, and
structures that have historical, cultural, and archaeological significance." RCW
36.70A.020(13). Cities and counties planning under the GMA must consider and incorporate
the overall goal of historic preservation.
Local comprehensive plans must include the following elements: land use, housing, capital
facilities, utilities, transportation, and, for counties, a rural element; however a specific
chapter on historic preservation is not required.
Pasco's Comprehensive Plan does not include the optional chapter or element on historic
preservation; however, some of its policies and goals do support historic preservation.
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LU-6. GOAL: ENCOURAGE THE RESTORATION AND REHABILITATION
OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND SITES.
LU-6-A Policy: Consider allowing adaptive uses in historic structures
which may include more intensive activity than surrounding
properties if adverse impacts on the neighboring properties are
mitigated.
ED-1-D Policy: Promote tourism and recreational opportunities.
Pasco Downtown Revitalization: An Action Plan
In 2003, Makers Architecture and Urban Design prepared the Pasco Downtown
Revitalization:An Action Plan for the City of Pasco. The Action Plan was intended to
move downtown Pasco beyond the planning phase into implementation. By defining
realistic, cost-effective steps toward downtown revitalization, the recommendations
contained in this Action Plan proposed to:
•Build on downtown Pasco's strengths.
•Encourage downtown business owners and property owners to get involved in
revitalization of the downtown.
• Create momentum and generate excitement in the community.
The Makers' plan recommended the implementation of a theme of color and other
architectural details to "help unify downtown Pasco's visual elements and create a
cohesive, positive downtown image" that would be funded by a grant program financed by
a Business Improvement Area. The theme would build on downtown Pasco's Hispanic
businesses and accentuate downtown's unique identify. The Makers' plan recommended
"vibrant accent color should be concentrated in Peanuts Park and the area around the
Fourth and Lewis intersection."
Downtown Pasco was developed beginning in the early 1900's, however, the majority of
the downtown storefronts have been altered, and it is likely that downtown Pasco would
not qualify as a National Historic District. Some historic features do remain and can be
retained, and this strategy is supported by the Makers' plan. Although the Makers' plan
states that "existing downtown facades are a collection of 1940s, 1950s, and early 1960s
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architectural styles," many downtown facades date back much earlier, for example to 1910
(430 and 524 West Lewis and 120 North 4th); 1914 (114 North 4`h); and 1918 (514 and
516 West Lewis), and some still retain elements of the Art Deco or Art Moderne style. A
key recommendation of the Makers' plan that should be stressed when designing facade
improvements is to "respect the architectural character of existing buildings and
understand that some facade materials, such as stone, glazed tile, and brick, are better left
unpainted." Given that some of the storefronts retain significant original features from the
1920s and 1930s such as structural pigmented glass,Art Deco designs and glazed brick and
tile, it is important that the improvements funded by this program don't destroy the
original historic character that helps tell the story of the development of downtown Pasco.
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VI. Current Status of Historic Preservation
This discussion describes the issues, projects and challenges that are affecting historic
preservation policy direction and cultural resources in Pasco. This section includes both
what is working and what is not, and is based on several months of gathering information
and feedback, including meetings of the Pasco Historic Preservation Commission, an
Open House, and individual interviews with key leaders. A full description of the public
process is included in Appendix B.
A. Summary: What's Working Now and What Isn't?
What's Working Now?
There is Good Social Capital
People in Pasco believe that good partnerships between organizations are starting to
develop. Additionally, many people in leadership positions in Pasco are passionate about
its history, and are working hard to ensure that the community does not lose its knowledge
of its heritage.
The City of Pasco is Committed to Historic Preservation
People in Pasco think that it is great that the city is already on board with historic
preservation with staffing and an ordinance. They are excited that this project is moving
forward; there's a need for historic preservation to be a part of the economic development
of downtown or beyond. People are ready for change, and believe that it is a good time for
the City to be investing in this historic preservation plan.
Downtown has Opportunities for Revitalization
Despite the loss of key buildings resulting in vacant lots downtown, people think that
Pasco retains a few historically significant properties. There are some underutilized
buildings that represent commercial investment opportunities if tax credits are utilized.
Key Institutional Buildings have been Preserved
People are proud that some historic buildings have been maintained and are in current use
by institutions. Two good examples are the former Carnergie Library, now the Franklin
County museum, and the downtown US Post Office. Both of these buildings have been
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listed on the National Register and serve as an example of the viability of the use of
significant historic buildings.
What Isn't Working Now?
Tax Incentives Not Utilized due to Lack of Historic Register Listings
People understand that some properties in Pasco possess sufficient architectural and
historical significance to meet National Register or Local Register criteria. These properties
are highlighted in the surveys referenced in this report. As of 2013, only one privately-
owned eligible property, the Moore Mansion, has been officially listed on the National
Register. People commented that they would support a Local Register of Historic Places, if
established by the City of Pasco.
There Needs to be a Better Plan for the City Historic Preservation Program
Although Pasco has initiated an historic preservation program, and overall, people think
there should be an historic preservation work plan for the community that includes a
timeline for implementation. People also believe that the City should take the next steps
to building its preservation program, including applying for Certified Local Government
status, establishing a Pasco Register of Historic Places (PRHP), which should require
owners' consent, unless the register was recognition only and not regulatory, and increasing
the inventory of historic buildings/sites.Also, there isn't necessarily knowledge of the
"why" behind historic preservation, which will come when the community starts to witness
the positive benefits of rehabilitated buildings and revived areas of town.
The importance of the Historic Preservation Commission in Pasco's development is also
not fully understood. The HPC is a volunteer board and members have limited time and
resources to devote to the many duties the positions require. The Pasco Community
Development Department provides a staff member to work part-time with the HPC and
coordinate their work but this time is also limited. Because of these limitations, the public
presence of the HPC in the community is hindered and much of its work goes
underreported and underappreciated.
There's a Lack of Awareness and Coordination of Pasco's History and Historic Assets
In the past decade there has been an increase in the appreciation and understanding of the
positive role historic preservation plays in Pasco. However, people think that historic
preservation has yet to be as fully integrated into community development and overall civic
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goals as it has in similar communities in Washington. People also think that partnerships
should be strengthened, for example between heritage organizations, government entities,
the downtown organization and heritage tourism. The Pasco Historic Preservation
Commission is the group initiating collaboration with the Franklin County Historical
Society and Museum and the Washington Railroads Historical Society Museum, and this
effort is still in its infancy.
While articles and social media would be excellent, promotional media, tours, events and
workshops may be overkill, given the current lack of prepared historic sites and
destinations.
Heritage Tourism
The Tri Cities' region is experiencing a growing interest in heritage tourism. People
recognize that Kennewick has a revitalized downtown that draws people from all over the
region to shops and restaurants in the downtown historic district, and Richland has the
Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science and Technology that attracts both visitors
and local residents. Pasco has much to attract visitors to the city, and with additional
development and promotion,visitors will stay even longer.
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B. Summary of Public Engagement Methods
Stakeholder Outreach Overview
An important part of the planning process is outreach to stakeholders, asking for their
input to shape the Plan, and their understanding, buy4n and support for the final
document. Stakeholders were asked to generate perspectives and ideas for the plan,
including issues, opportunities for the preservation of historic resources. Stakeholders were
consulted through public meetings, a survey, and individual interviews.
Outreach Method #1: Historic Preservation Commission Questionnaire
The members of the Pasco Historic Preservation Commission ("HPC") are appointed by
the Mayor with Council approval, and represent areas of interest and expertise in historic
preservation. Feedback was sought from the HPC about issues and opportunities that may
be addressed in the Historic Preservation Plan. HPC members were given a presentation
on historic preservation planning, and then completed a survey at an HPC meeting.
Outreach Method #2: Community Open House
A community open house was conducted on June 26, 2013. City staff provided extensive
notification of the meeting through press releases, announcements and web updates, and
about ten people attended. Participants selected their top priority answers to three
questions:
• What's working best in historic preservation in Pasco (and what are its strengths)?
• What are the most pressing needs for historic preservation (and what challenges
will it face in the future)?
• What are the highest priority partnership opportunities that historic preservation
should cultivate in Pasco?
Outreach Method #3: Stakeholder Interviews
Individual interviews were conducted with key stakeholders to provide insights for the
historic preservation plan and also to engage community leaders. Interviewees selected
their top priority answers to three questions:
• What's working best in historic preservation in Pasco (and what are its strengths)?
• What are the most pressing needs for historic preservation (and what challenges
will it face in the future)?
• What are the highest priority partnership opportunities that historic preservation
should cultivate in Pasco?
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VII. Creating the Future - Goals and Action Steps
The oldest of the Tri Cities, Pasco has a rich and layered history. Pasco's status as
Southeast Washington's historic center of transportation, aviation and agriculture is
reflected in its older downtown, industrial buildings and in its neighborhoods. While
many older homes throughout the city have been altered with added siding materials,
rebuilt porches and other alterations, their basic form and plan remain intact and provide
opportunities for rehabilitation and reclaiming their original appearance. Likewise,while
many of the commercial and industrial buildings have been altered, an opportunity still
remains to tell the story of Pasco's history through its historic buildings.
While Pasco's historic preservation program is relatively new, there is a strong community
commitment to its heritage. Pasco has support for preservation in the Franklin County
Museum, Sacajawea State Park, Washington State Railroad Historical Society and
restoration of the Franklin County Courthouse. Pasco's downtown has a unique and rich
history, and was until recently a member of the state Main Street program.
Building on this foundation of support, Pasco can enhance its historic resources hand in
hand with overall civic improvements and economic development. There is already a base
of support in the goals of Pasco's Comprehensive Plan. Integrating historic preservation
more fully into future planning efforts will be of mutual benefit as the City moves forward.
This section outlines four major goals and their related objectives and action items:
Goal l: Enhance Protection and Preservation of Historic Buildings and Sites
Goal 2: Encourage Building Rehabilitation to Stimulate Economic Development
Goal 3: Increase Heritage Tourism
Goal 4: Strengthen Public Awareness and Partnerships
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Local organizations can work together to accomplish the goals of the preservation plan,
and are included in the implementation of the action plan items:
• CBC= Columbia Basin College
• City= Pasco City Staff
• HPC = Pasco Historic Preservation Commission
• Museum = Franklin County Historical Society and Museum
• PCC= Pasco Chamber of Commerce
• DPDA= Downtown Pasco Development Authority
• Port = Port of Pasco
• TCVCB = Tri Cities Visitor's and Convention Bureau
• TCHCC = Tri Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Tower = Save the Old Tower Group
• WSRHS= Washington State Railroad Historical Society
• WSU= Washington State University
GOAL 1: ENHANCE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC
BUILDINGS AND SITES
This goal focuses on enhancing the resources of the City of Pasco's historic preservation
program in a variety of ways. By entering into the state's Certified Local Government
program, the City of Pasco can have access to new funding and technical assistance. By
improving two fundamental historic preservation tools, historic surveys and historic
register nominations, the city can provide citizens with more ways to preserve historic
properties. It is important to remember that historic recognition is voluntary and can be
stopped by property owners who do not wish to proceed.
Objective 1.A.1 Strengthen the Capacity of the Historic Preservation Program
Action 1.A.1: Increase recognition of historic buildings by establishing a local historic
register program that requires owner consent. In an owner-consent based program, a
contract can formalize the agreement and provide the basis for design review, while also
taking the place of the required Special Valuation agreement.
Who. City, HPC When. V year
How: amend preservation ordinance.
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Action 1.A.2: Improve research by creating prototype Pasco register nomination, similar
to National Register nominations.
Who: HPC When: 1"year
How: use National Register nomination as a model.
Action 1.A.3: Increase the capacity of Pasco's historic preservation program through the
Certified Local Government(CLG) program. CLG status provides access to grants and
technical assistance, as well as access to federally funded inventories and reports.
Who: City, HPC When: 1"year
How: apply to DAHP for Certified Local Government status.
Action 1.A.4: Staff and HPC members are encouraged to attend CLG training and
workshops.
Who: City, HPC When: 1"year
How: attend annual training, and attend workshops such as the Mid-Century design
workshop in March 2014.
Objective 1.13 Identify Historic Properties through new Historic Surveys
Action 1.B.1: Increase access to information on historic buildings.
Who: City When: Isr year
How: demonstrate WISSARD database to HPC and Museum.
Action 1.B.2: Apply for funding to hire a professional to update historic survey
information on Pasco buildings, with volunteer support from the Pasco HPC. This
actin is recommended as Pasco's first CLG grant application.
Who: City, HPC When: 2nd year
How: apply for CLG grant for citywide survey.
Action 1.B.3: Hire a professional to update historic survey information on Pasco
buildings.The historic survey provides a database of properties that are eligible for
historic designation.
Who: City, HPC When: Td year
How: use CLG grant to hire a professional to complete the survey
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Objective 1.0 Protect Historic Buildings
Action 1.C.1: Pursue acquiring land for the WSRHS Museum, Phase I.
Who: HPC, WSRHS When: 1"year
How: form a WSRHS Museum Advisory Committee to investigate potential museum
locations.
Action 1.C.2: Pursue acquiring land for the WSRHS Museum, Phase 11 and begin to
search for grant funding.
Who: HPC, WSRHS When: 2nd year
How: members of the WSRHS Museum Advisory Committee analyze potential museum
locations.
Action 1.C.3: Identify means by which WSRHS could create an educational display of
artifacts to promote railroad historic preservation efforts while awaiting museum
construction, such as in Volunteer Park and continue to search for grant funding.
Who: HPC, WSRHS When: 3rd year
How: members of the WSRHS Museum Advisory Committee investigate publically owned
land as a possible location for educational display.
Action 1.C.4: Develop methods to mitigate negative impacts to historic buildings. As a
model, use examples from Washington Department of Transportation, found at
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/environment/culres/
Who. City, HPC When: 3rd year
How: create new historic preservation mitigation measures for transportation projects.
Action 1.C.5: Improve visibility of and access to historic resources.
Who: City, HPC, Museum When: 4`h year
How: develop consistent signage for plaques for-individual historic buildings.
Action 1.C.6: Begin fundraising for WSRHS museum and continue to search for grant
funding.
Who: HPC, WSRHS When: 4`h year
How: members of the WSRHS Museum Advisory Committee investigate grant funding
sources for construction of a museum.
Action 1.C.7: Support ongoing development of the Washington State Railroad Museum.
Who: HPC, WSRHS When: 2nd-5`h year
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How: members of the WSRHS Museum Advisory Committee apply for grants, such as the
Washington Capital Heritage Grant or the Building for the Arts fund. Partner with the
Pasco Vocational Building Program.
Action 1.C.8: Support ongoing renovation of the Franklin County Historical Society
Museum facility.
Who: HPC, Museum When: Ist 5th year
How: apply for WTHP Valerie Sivinski grant for exterior rehabilitation work.
GOAL 2: ENCOURAGE BUILDING REHABILITATION TO STIMULATE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
This goal focuses on facilitating rehabilitation of buildings, both in the core of downtown
and in other areas of the city. Local governments can make the rehabilitation of
commercial buildings more financially feasible by packaging and promoting incentives and
by looking for creative ways to approach regulatory processes that impact historic
preservation. Downtowns can be revitalized through the Main Street program's national
model, which emphasizes design, organization, promotion and economic restructuring.
Additionally, the identification of properties eligible for listing on the Local or National
Register is an essential component of economic development. The possibility of the federal
20% federal tax credit or the local Special Valuation property tax reduction often makes
the difference in the economic viability of a project.
Obiective 2.A Facilitate development of older buildings downtown.
Action 2.A.1: Continue historic preservation downtown through the State Main Street
program, and start accepting BSzO tax credit donations.
Who: City, DPDA When: I't year
How: invite Main Street program director to assist and apply for Main Street application
for Tier 2 level.
Action 2.A.2: Promote the development of downtown commercial buildings by
improving coordination with the facade improvement program. A key
recommendation of facade program design guidelines is: "respect the architectural
character of existing buildings and understand that some facade materials, such as stone,
glazed tile, and brick, are better left unpainted."
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Who: City, DPDA When: 2nd year
How: recognize historic elements when designing facade renovations for the downtown
facade improvement program.
Objective 2.B Promote the Economic Benefits of Historic Rehabilitation by Facilitating
Commercial Building Rehabilitation City-wide
Action 2.B.1: Promote the development of historic commercial buildings by creating a
local process to waive design review of commercial buildings if property owner is applying
an Investment Tax Credit.
Who: City, HPC When: Pt year
How: create a form&change bylaws.
Action 2.B.2: Promote the Economic Benefits of Historic Rehabilitation. A few
individual commercial buildings may qualify for the Pasco Register, and be eligible for
Special Valuation reduction in property tax.
Who: City When: 2nd year
How: encourage commercial buildings to list on the Pasco Register.
Action 2.B.3: Examine building codes to determine if there are any impediments to
historic rehabilitation and look for ways to streamline permit processes for restoration.
Who: City When: 2nd year
How: review with Code Official.
GOAL 3: INCREASE HERITAGE TOURISM
This goal highlights some of Pasco's historic resources that would be appealing to visitors.
Heritage tourism is one of the fastest growing industries across the country, and historic
resources are among the strongest assets for attracting visitors. More and more tourists are
interested in visiting small towns and cities, and the things they most want to see and
experience are the places and sites that make a community unique - its historic sites,
buildings, and neighborhoods.
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Objective 3.A Encourage research that uncovers more of Pasco's rich and layered
history.
Action 3.A.1: Research local history as a basis for promoting Pasco's past. Historic
themes to be explored include Chinese history, Black history, Hispanic history,
women's history, railroad history, World War II history, and aviation history. The
research will provide information for marketing materials.
Who: WSU, CBC When: 2 d year
How: encourage college students to research local history themes.
Action 3.A.2: Establish a system for the collection of register nominations on Pasco
history to be used as a resource for marketing materials.
Who: City, Museum When: 3rd year
How: establish a collection of National Register and Local Register nominations in
multiple locations, including the City of Pasco's website and the Franklin County
Museum.
Objective 3.B Disseminate information to build an appreciation of the History of Pasco.
Action 3.B.1: Create a "Pasco Walk," a walking tour brochure of Pasco Historic Places.
The tour could include such buildings as Franklin County Courthouse, Steam Engine at
Volunteer Park, Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Franklin County Museum, Pasco City
Hall, Old Town Pasco, and the US Post Office. The brochure could also be made
available online.
Who: HPC, Museum When: 3rd year
How: apply for CLG grant.
Action 3.B.2: Establish a Pasco Cultural Web Site to create a citywide one-stop resource
for the wide variety of cultural entities and tourism opportunities in Pasco. The web
site could include visitor information and photographs of the following: Downtown
Pasco, Franklin County Courthouse, Franklin County Historical Society 8z Museum,
James Moore Mansion, Naval Air Station Tower, Peanuts Park Downtown Plaza,
Sacajawea Heritage Trail and Interpretive Walk, Sacajawea State Park and Interpretive
Center,Volunteer Park and Historic Train Engine, Washington State Railroads
Historical Society Museum. An example of a Cultural Web Site in a similar-sized city is
the Great Falls Museum Consortium (see appendix).
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Who: HPC, Museum When: 4"'year
How: apply for CLG grant.
Action 3.B.3: Encourage public agencies to have historic information and historic
photographs in their buildings and on their websites, and recognize those that do so with
a letter from the Pasco HPC.
Who: City When: 4`'year
How: inform public agencies of this City priority.
GOAL 4: STRENGTHEN PUBLIC AWARENESS AND PARTNERSHIPS
This goal outlines ways in which the community can become more aware of the rich
history of Pasco, and form partnerships to work together to maximize community
resources. People who are passionate about Pasco's history are often working
individually, and could benefit from collaboration with similar efforts.
Obiective 4.A Improve partnerships and collaboration.
Action 4.A.1: Develop a preservation/museum consortium to consolidate efforts and
improve coordination between historic properties.The purpose of a consortium is for
representatives such as board members or staff from each museum or museum-type
facility that has a mission to educate the community on Pasco's history to meet monthly
to share ideas, actively coordinate promotional efforts, and coordinate fundraising
efforts. Suggested members would include Franklin County Historical Society&
Museum, Sacajawea State Park and Interpretive Center, Washington State Railroads
Historical Society Museum, Naval Air Station Tower. An example of a similar museum
consortium in a similar-sized city is the Casper, Wyoming Museum Consortium (see
appendix).
Who: City, HPC, Tower, etc. When: 2nd year
How: develop preservation/museum consortium.
Objective 4.B Establish a coordinated communication strategy by producing consistent
materials and reports in a variety of media.
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Action 4.B.1: Create prototype materials to communicate the successes of preservation.
Who: HPC, City When: 2nd year
How: produce an annual one-page fact sheet based on the CLG annual report and the
Preservation Work Plan.
Action 4.B.2: Create annual slide show of newly listed Pasco Register properties. Invite
property owners who are applying to the Pasco Register to also submit a photograph
showing them in front of the historic property. Show the photographs in a slide show
every few years at a City Council meeting, to demonstrate the positive aspects of historic
preservation.
Who: HPC, City When: 2nd year
How: include the option of providing a photograph as a part of the Pasco Historic Register
nomination materials.
Action 4.B.3: Communicate with a variety of media; be relevant to all ages and cultures
using social media.
Who: HPC, City, Museum When: 2nd year
How: create an HPC Facebook page.
Action 4.B.4: Create prototype materials to communicate the economic impact of
preservation.
Who: HPC When: 4`h year
How: use state economic impact report as model for economic impact reports and Special
Valuation statistical report.
Obiective 4.0 Educate the community by involving a wide variety of people in outreach
efforts.
Action 4.C.1: Promote education on the Pasco Register that also emphasizes appropriate
rehabilitation techniques and offers free or discounted materials, such as discounts from
paint stores.
Who: HPC When: 3rd year
How: conduct an annual historic preservation workshop that promotes the Pasco Historic
Register.
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Action 4.C.2: Recognize good rehabilitation efforts through awards and recognitions,
similar to Pasco's Yard of the Month program.
Who: HPC When: 3`d year
How: create a form letter for mayor's signature, in appreciation for fixing up a property.
Action 4.C.3: Increase awareness of and pride in local history by proposing local
participation in the State History Day Program.
Who: Museum, HPC When: 4`'year
How: make presentation to school district.
Action 4.C.4: Encourage more research on local history by creating a program for Pasco
history research.
Who: City, HPC, Museum, CBC, WSU When: 5`h year
How: host annual History Day or Founder's Day workshop at the Museum.
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Pasco Historic Preservation Work Plan - Year One Summary
Year Year 1 Tasks Who How
1 Action 1.A.1: Increase recognition of historic HPC, City Amend preservation
buildings by establishing a local historic register ordinance.
program that requires owner consent.
1 Action LA.2: Improve research by creating HPC Use NR nomination
prototype Pasco register nomination, similar to as a model.
National Register nominations.
1 Action 1.A.3: Increase the capacity of Pasco's HPC, City Apply to DAHP for
historic preservation program through the Certified CLG status.
Local Government(CLG) program.
1 Action LA.4: Staff and HPC members are HPC, City Attend annual
encouraged to attend CLG training and training.
workshops.
1 Action 1.13.1: Increase access to information on HPC, City Demonstration to
historic buildings. HPC.
1 Action 1.C.1: Pursue acquiring land for the HPC, WSRHS Form a WSRHS
WSRHS Museum, Phase I. Museum Advisory
Committee to
investigate potential
museum locations.
1 Action 2.A.l: Continue historic preservation CITY, DPDA Work with Main
downtown through the State Main Street program, Street program.
and start accepting B&O tax credit donations.
1 Action 2.B.1: Promote the development of historic HPC Create a form &
commercial buildings by creating a local process to change bylaws.
waive design review of commercial buildings if
property owner is applying an Investment Tax
Credit.
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Pasco Historic Preservation Work Plan - Year Two Summary
Year Year 2 Tasks Who How
2 Action LB.2: Apply for funding to hire a HPC, City Use CLG grant funds.
professional to update historic survey information
on Pasco buildings, with volunteer support from
the Pasco HPC.
2 Action 1.C.2: Pursue acquiring land for the HPC, WSRHS Members of the
WSRHS Museum, Phase II and begin searching for WSRHS Museum
grant funding. Adv. Committee
analyze potential
museum locations.
2 Action 2.A.2: Promote development of downtown City, DPDA Recognize historic
commercial buildings by improving coordination elements in
with facade improvement program. downtown facade
improvement
program.
2 Action 2.B.2: Promote the Economic Benefits of City Encourage
Historic Rehabilitation. commercial buildings
to list on the Pasco
Register.
2 Action 2.B.3: Examine building codes to City Review with Code
determine if there are any impediments to historic Official.
rehabilitation and look for ways to streamline
permit processes for restoration.
2 Action 3.A.1: Research local history as a basis for WSU, CBC Encourage college
promoting Pasco's past. students to research
local history.
2 Action 4.A.1: Develop a preservation/museum HPC, City, Develop preservation/
consortium to consolidate efforts and improve Tower, etc. museum consortium.
coordination between historic properties.
2 Action 4.B.1: Create prototype materials to HPC, City Produce annual fact
communicate the successes of preservation. sheet based on CLG
report.
2 Action 4.B.2: Create annual slide show of newly HPC, City Include option of
listed Pasco Register properties. providing photo in
Pasco Register
nomination.
2 Action 4.B.3: Communicate with a variety of HPC, City, Create HPC Facebook
media; be relevant to all ages and cultures using Museum page.
social media.
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Pasco Historic Preservation Work Plan - Year Three Summary
Year Year 3 Tasks Who How
3 Action LB.3: Hire a professional to update HPC, City Use CLG grant funds.
historic survey information on Pasco buildings.
3 Action 1.C.3: Identify means by which WSRHS HPC, WSRHS Members of the
could create an educational display of artifacts to WSRHS Museum
promote railroad historic preservation efforts while Advisory Committee
awaiting museum construction, such as in investigate publically
Volunteer Park, and continue to search for grant owned land as a
funding. possible location for
educational display.
3 Action LCA Develop methods to mitigate HPC, City Create new historic
negative impacts to historic buildings. preservation
mitigation measures
for transportation
projects.
3 Action 3.A.2: Establish a system for the collection City, Museum Establish a collection
of register nominations on Pasco history to be used of register
as a resource for marketing materials. nominations in
multiple locations.
3 Action 3.B.1: Create a "Pasco Walk;" a walking City, Museum Apply for CLG grant.
tour brochure of Pasco Historic Places.
3 Action 4.C.1: Promote education on appropriate Museum, HPC Establish annual
rehabilitation techniques and offer free or workshop that
discounted materials, such as discounts from paint promotes the Pasco
stores. Historic Register.
3 Action 4.C.2: Recognize good rehabilitation HPC Form letter for Mayor.
efforts through awards and recognitions, similar to
Pasco's Yard of the Month program.
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Pasco Historic Preservation Work Plan - Year Four Summary
Year Year 4 Task Who How
4 Action 1.C.5: Improve visibility of and access to City, HPC, Develop consistent
historic resources. Museum signage or plaques for
individual historic
buildings.
4 Action 1.C.6: Begin fundraising for WSRHS HPC, WSRHS Members of the
museum and continue to search for grant funding. WSRHS Museum
Advisory Committee
investigate grant
funding sources for
construction of a
museum.
4 Action 3.B.2: Establish a Pasco Cultural Web Site HPC, Museum Apply for CLG grant.
to create a citywide one-stop resource for the wide
variety of cultural entities and tourism
opportunities in Pasco.
4 Action 3.B.3: Encourage public agencies to have City Inform public
historic information and historic photographs in agencies of this City
their buildings and on their websites, and recognize priority.
those that do so with a letter from the Pasco HPC.
4 Action 4.B.4: Create prototype materials to HPC Use state economic
communicate the economic impact of preservation. impact report as
model.
4 Action 4.C.3: Increase awareness of and pride in HPC, Museum Make presentation to
local history by proposing local participation in the school district.
State History Day Program.
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Pasco Historic Preservation Work Plan - Year Five Summary
Year Year 5 Tasks Who How
5 Action 1.C.7: Support ongoing development of HPC, Museum, Apply for Washington
the Washington State Railroad Museum and WSRHS Capital Heritage
partner with the Pasco Vocational Building Grant or the Building
Program. for the Arts fund.
5 Action 1.C.8: Support ongoing renovation of the HPC, Museum Apply for WTHP
Franklin County Historical Society Museum Valerie Sivinski grant
facility. for exterior
rehabilitation work.
5 Action 4.C.4. Encourage more research on local City, HPC, Host annual History
history by creating a program for Pasco history Museum, CBC, Day or Founder's Day
research. WSU workshop at the
Museum.
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VIII. Implementation Tools for Achieving Goals
A. Historic Preservation Programs
There are two state programs in Washington that provide both technical assistance and
funding to local governments: the Washington State Certified Local Government Program
and the Washington Main Street Program. Both programs have application and annual
reporting requirements. The programs are popular with cities of any size in Washington,
ranging from very small towns to Washington's larger cities.
Washington State Certified Local Government Program
Washington State's Certified Local Government(CLG) Program helps local governments
to actively participate in preserving Washington's irreplaceable historic and cultural
resources as assets for the future. The National Historic Preservation Act established this
unique nationwide program of financial and technical assistance. In Washington, it is
implemented and administered by the Department of Archaeology and Historic
Preservation (DAHP).
Local governments that establish a historic preservation program meeting federal and state
standards are eligible to apply to the State Historic Preservation Officer(SHPO) and the
National Park Service for certification. A local government that receives such certification
is known as a "Certified Local Government" or"CLG." Responsibilities of a CLG include
maintaining a historic preservation commission, surveying local historic properties,
enforcing state or local preservation laws, reviewing National Register Nominations, and
providing for public participation in historic preservation activities.
Obtaining status as a CLG may help a local government encourage, develop, and maintain
its local preservation efforts in coordination with its development plans. In addition, CI-Gs
may apply for special grants from the SHPO; CI-Gs may offer Special Tax Valuation to
locally listed properties; receive recognition for their preservation expertise by local, state,
and federal agencies; obtain technical assistance and training from the SHPO; participate
in the review of nominations to the National Register of Historic Places; participate in the
national historic preservation assistance network; regularly exchange information with the
SHPO; and participate in statewide preservation programs and planning.
Washington State Main Street Program
Since 1984, the Washington State Main Street Program has been helping communities
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revitalize the economy, appearance, and image of their downtown commercial districts
using the successful National Main Street 4-Point Approach® that includes design,
organization, promotion, and economic restructuring. Main Street is a comprehensive,
incremental approach to revitalization built around a community's unique heritage and
attributes. Using local resources and initiative, the state program helps communities
develop their own strategies to stimulate long-term economic growth and pride in the heart
of the community-downtown. The program is managed (under contract)by the
Washington Trust for Historic Preservation.
The Four Tier System for Washington's Main Street Network works closely with
communities participating in Washington's Main Street Network and reflects the goal of
giving communities across the state the tools to revitalize their downtowns and commercial
districts.
Affiliate Level
The purpose of the affiliate level is to provide access to resources and networking
opportunities for community groups and individuals that have an interest in
revitalizing their downtown or neighborhood commercial district, but may not have
the capacity at this time to meet the Washington State Main Street Community
Requirements.
Main Street Tax Credit Incentive Program Level
The purpose of this tier level is to provide access to resources, networking
opportunities and training to communities that have a non-profit organization
dedicated solely to downtown revitalization.These communities should be
committed to following the Main Street 4-Point Approach® and working toward
achieving "Main Street" status.
Washington State Main Street Program Level
The purpose of the Main Street Community level is to provide access to resources,
networking opportunities, training and advanced resources and opportunities to
communities who have a non-profit organization dedicated solely to downtown
revitalization. These communities have committed the necessary time and training
to develop community support, financial and human resources, and are
implementing the Main Street Four-Point Approach& Applications for this level
are not being accepted at this time.
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B. Program and Infrastructure Funding Sources
A variety of programs and funding mechanisms exist to assist with the implementation of
historic preservation programs. Additionally, there are related programs that indirectly
fund historic preservation that can provide assistance, such as infrastructure for downtown
revitalization and tourism programs. Listed below are some of the most relevant program
funding sources for Pasco.
Certified Local Government Grants
The Certified Local government(CLG) program is a function of a local, state and federal
partnership that promotes historic preservation at the local level. An incentive for
participating in this program is the pool of matching grant funds available annually for
CLG communities. These grants may be used for surveys of historic buildings, the
preparation of National Register nominations, the development of design review
guidelines, and education and outreach.
Community Economic Revitalization
The Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) program was created by the State
of Washington to be responsive to the community's infrastructure needs. The CERB's
ability to be flexible and respond to an aggressive application timeline has led to many
successful projects statewide. CERB is a conduit for funding that supports healthy and
viable communities and job creation. The CERB Board works to enhance public
infrastructure and facility development that lead to economic development by providing
loans at low interest rates with favorable terms to port districts, counties, cities, towns,
special purpose districts and federally recognized Indian tribes. CERB funds a variety of
projects that create jobs including(but not limited to) domestic and industrial water, storm
and sewer water projects, telecommunications and port facilities.
Community Development Block Grants for Planning and Economic Development
The state Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) program is administered
through the Washington State Department of Commerce. CDBG provides funds to local
governments on a competitive basis for public facilities, community facilities, economic
development, affordable housing, public services and planning projects that principally
benefit low-and moderate-income persons. Communities can use CDBG to improve their
local economies, enhance their quality of life and revitalize their neighborhoods while
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preserving their cultural and natural heritage. Historic preservation and heritage tourism
are two prominent economic and community development strategies to accomplish these
objectives.
Lodging Tax Revenue
Washington State Lodging Tax is a consumer tax on lodging charges for periods of less
than 30 consecutive days for hotels, motels, rooming houses, private campgrounds, RV
parks, and similar facilities, not to exceed two percent on the sale of or charge made for
furnishing of the lodging. The funds may be used for promotion of tourism or
construction and operation of tourism-related facilities. "Tourism promotion" includes
activities intended to attract visitors for overnight stays, arts, heritage, and cultural events,
and recreational, professional, and amateur sports event and can include capital or
operating programs that promote tourism and attract tourists to the county.
State Main Street Program Tax Credit
Small to medium sized cities in Washington are eligible to apply for certification in the
Washington State Main Street program as a "Main Street" community at the Tier 2 Main
Street Tax Credit Level. The Main Street Program is designed to assist the revitalization of
small to medium sized towns. The purpose of Level 2 is to provide access to resources,
networking opportunities and training to communities that have a non-profit organization
dedicated solely to downtown revitalization.
When designated a Tier 2 city, Pasco would be eligible for the Main Street Tax Incentive
Program, which helps keep revenue from state B&O taxes local.Through the Main Street
Tax Incentive Program, a business makes a donation to the downtown association and the
business receives a tax credit for 75% of their donation on the following year. The
business may also be eligible for a deduction on their federal taxes. The downtown
organization can receive up to $133,333.33 per calendar year in revenue. There are no
restrictions on how the tax credit donation funding is spent, as long as it is fulfilling the
organization's mission.
National Trust Preservation Funds
Grants from National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF) are intended to encourage
preservation at the local level by providing seed money for preservation projects. These
grants help stimulate public discussion, enable local groups to gain the technical expertise
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needed for particular projects, introduce the public to preservation concepts and
techniques, and encourage financial participation by the private sector.
C. Financial Incentives for Building Rehabilitation
A number of financial incentives exist to aide and encourage individual business and
property owners who wish to improve historic properties.These include various tax
advantages as well as low-interest loan programs and other forms of financial assistance.
These incentives are excellent tools that allow property owners to enhance their investment
and add to overall revitalization. Eligibility for these different incentives depends upon
property type and other requirements. Listed below are some of the programs that are the
most relevant for Pasco.
Building for the Arts
The Washington Legislature created Building for the Arts in 1991 to award grants to
501(c)(3) nonprofit performing arts, art museum, and cultural organizations. The
program awards grants to performing arts, art museum, and cultural organizations for up to
20 percent of eligible capital costs for acquisition, construction, and/or major renovation
of capital facilities. The program has funded the restoration of historic theaters in
Washington, including the Harrington Opera House.
HOME Program
Created by the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990 (NAHA), HOME is a federally
funded, large-scale grant program for housing. The intent of HOME is to:
• expand the supply of decent, safe, sanitary and affordable housing
• strengthen the abilities of state and local governments to provide housing
• assure that federal housing services, financing and other investments are
provided to state and local governments in a coordinated, supportive fashion.
The HOME Program must be used to promote low-income, affordable housing activities
(defined as 80% or less of area median family income, adjusted for family size).
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Facade Easement
A Facade Easement program is a locally adopted program. Under a facade easement, the
fair market value of the property after the granting of the preservation easement is
subtracted from the property's fair market value prior to the easement donation. The
difference is the value of the preservation easement for federal income, estate and gift tax
purposes. An easement is a legal agreement whereby the private owner gives up certain
privileges with regard to controlling the appearance of his or her real property. Once
imposed, it "runs with the land," obligating future owners to abide by its terms and thus
providing effective long-term protection for an historic property in private ownership. In
addition, preservation easements can offer potentially significant federal income, estate and
gift tax consequences. In exchange for the donation of an easement, consisting of either a
portion of land or a building's facade, an owner may: a) claim a one-time Federal income
tax deduction, and b) realize a permanent property tax reduction based on the value of the
donated property.The easement must be granted to a qualified entity; and in exchange,
the owner must agree to maintain the donated property. The preservation easement is
drafted to prohibit alterations to significant features of a building, changes in usage of the
building and land, topographical changes, subdivision, or further development without the
prior review and approval of the easement holder. By limiting changes to an historic site,
the owner alters the property's market value,while benefiting the general public. This
change in market value can be treated like any other charitable contribution deduction.
The Internal Revenue Service has recognized the "before and after" valuation test as the
approach to be utilized in placing a value on preservation easements. A qualified
appraiser should determine the actual value of a preservation easement.
Federal Investment Tax Credit
The Federal Investment Tax Credit is a dollar-for-dollar federal income tax credit equal to
20% of the construction costs for rehabilitating an income-producing building; the credit
may be used by the building owner or "sold" to a tax credit investor. A Federal income tax
credit may be granted to commercial properties that are listed on the National Register of
Historic Places, and on which "substantial rehabilitation" is performed. Rehabilitation
must comply with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. The
minimum investment is 100% of the building's "adjusted basis"; that is, the purchase price
minus the land cost and depreciation, plus prior improvements. For non-contributing
properties in a National Register Historic District constructed prior to 1936, a 10%
Federal rehabilitation tax credit is also available.
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Heritage Capital Projects Fund
The Heritage Capital Projects Fund (HCPF) is a Washington state program administered
by the Heritage Resource Center (HRC). Since 1997, the HRC has administered the
roughly$40 million in HCPF grants given biennially to heritage organizations and projects
across the state. Grant funds have been used to build museums, restore historic structures,
and interpret and preserve the heritage of the state in other ways, enhancing the local
economy through job creation and purchasing while adding to the unique character of
Washington's varied towns and cities. Recipients of HCPF grants need to provide two
dollars of match for each dollar of state funding. The deadline for submission is in early
May of each even-numbered year.
National Trust Small Deal Fund
The National Trust Small Deal Fund (SDF) is a national program which provides a unique
service within the historic tax credit industry by investing in credit eligible projects that
generate as little as $500,000 in tax credit equity(equaling total development costs of
approximately$2.5 million). Projects of that size are typically overlooked by conventional
tax credit investors despite the sheer number of them. Since 2002, more than 70 percent of
the rehabilitations certified by the National Park Service earned less than $500,000 in
credits. Investments in these smaller deals are often considered undesirable because their
transaction costs are typically just as high as larger projects' yet the credit value is much
lower, making the investment's cost-benefit ratio unattractive. The National Trust Small
Deal Fund is structured to specifically address this issue. It uses standardized investment
terms and documents, reduces its due diligence requirements, and keeps its closing costs
very low. All types of properties are eligible, including boutique hotels, offices, restaurants,
entertainment uses, cultural and nonprofit facilities, retail and mixed-use projects.
New Markets Tax Credit
The New Markets program is designed to encourage investments in low-income
communities that traditionally have had poor access to debt and equity capital. The New
Markets Tax Credit(NMTC) is a 39 percent federal credit that is earned on a Qualified
Equity Investment(QEI) into a certified Community Development Entity(CDE), such as
NTCIC. It is claimed over a 7-year compliance period (5 percent over the first 3 years and 6
percent over the last 4 years). The CDE must make a Qualified Low-Income Community
Investment(QLICI) in the form of equity or a loan to a Qualified Active Low-Income
Business (QALICB)within a 12-month period. All NMTC investments must be made to
entities located in qualified low-income census tracts.Visit the Novogradac New Markets
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Tax Credit Resource Center to determine whether your property is located in a qualified
census tract. Most commercial and mixed-use real estate development projects in these
qualified census tracts can be qualified as QALICBs. Residential projects without a
commercial component do not qualify.
Special Valuation County Property Tax Reduction
Special Valuation is a Washington state program that provides a property tax reduction for
rehabilitated historic properties. Special Valuation is the revision of the assessed value of
an historic property that subtracts from the assessment, for up to ten years, rehabilitation
costs as approved by the Pasco Historic Landmarks Commission. Properties must be listed
on a local register of Historic Places prior to application to qualify, and rehabilitation must
comply with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. Rehabilitation
costs must total 25% or more of the assessed valued of the structure (not the land) prior to
rehabilitation.
Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund
The Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund is an annual grant program administered
by the state nonprofit Washington Trust for Historic Preservation that provides up to
$2,000 to organizations involved in historic preservation. The goal of the fund is to
provide small yet meaningful amounts of money to help promote historic preservation at
the community level. Examples of eligible projects include purchasing materials or services
for "bricks and mortar" projects to preserve a property or producing publications and/or
interpretive elements that promote historic preservation of a specific resource. Highest
priority will be given to projects that are urgent in nature, contribute significantly to the
development of community preservation organizations, and/or are included in the
Washington Trust's Most Endangered Historic Properties list. In addition, priority is given
to bricks and mortar rehabilitation projects. Project work must conform to the Secretary of
the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and must comply with
local design guidelines when applicable.
D. Regional, State and National Preservation Partnership Opportunities
A variety of state, regional and national organizations can provide support for local historic
preservation. Organizations can provide either support for specific projects, such as
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technical support, grant funding or advocacy or ongoing training and education for staff,
preservation commission members and local volunteers.
Historic Preservation Partners in Washington include:
• Eastern Washington Regional Archives
• Green Lab - National Trust for Historic Preservation
• Historylink.org
• Municipal Services Research Corporation (MRSC.org)
• National Alliance of Preservation Commissions
• National Park Service
• National Register of Historic Places
• National Trust for Historic Preservation
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture
• Preservation Action
• University of Washington Manuscripts and Special Collections
• Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
• Washington State Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
• Washington State History Museum
• Washington State Main Street Program
• Washington Trust for Historic Preservation
E. State and Federal Preservation Laws and Policies
In Washington State, historic sites are protected by a variety of state and federal laws.
Federal law applies to all projects that involve federal money, permits and/or
licenses. Washington State law applies to all local projects. The following is a list of
existing laws regulating historic sites within the state:
Selected Federal Laws on Historic Preservation:
• National Historic Preservation Act
• 36 CFR Part 60 (National Register of Historic Places)
• 36 CFR Part 61 (Procedures for State, Tribal, and Local Government Historic
Preservation Programs)
• 36 CFR Part 63 (Determinations of Eligibility for Inclusion in the National Register of
Historic Places)
• 36 CFR Part 65 (National Historic Landmarks Program)
• 36 CFR Part 68 (The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic
Properties)
• Section 106
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• Executive Order 11593 (Protection and Enhancement of the Cultural Environment)
• Executive Order 13006 (Locating federal Facilities in Historic Properties)
Washington State Laws on Historic Preservation:
• Executive Order 05-05
• Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (WAC 25-12)
• Abandoned and Historic Cemeteries and Historic Graves (RCW 68.60)
• Washington State Historic Building Code (RCW 19.27.120)
• Heritage Barn Program (RCW 27.34.400)
• State Historical Societies-Historic Preservation (RCW 27.34)
Archaeology Laws
In Washington State, known archaeological sites and Native American graves are protected
from disturbance by a variety of state and federal laws. Federal law applies to all federal
and Native American lands and Washington State law applies to all other lands. The
following is a list of existing laws regulating archaeological sites within the state:
Selected Federal Laws on Archaeology:
• Archaeological Resource Protection Act of 1979
• Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974
• Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act
• National Historic Preservation Act
Washington State Laws on Archaeology:
• Executive Order 05-05
• Indian Graves and Records (RCW 27.44)
• Archaeological Sites and Resources (RCW 27.53)
• Archaeological Excavation and Removal Permit(WAC 25-48)
• Abandoned and Historic Cemeteries and Historic Graves (RCW 68.60)
• Registration of Historic Archaeological Resources on State-Owned Aquatic Lands (WAC
25-46)
• Aquatic Lands-In General (RCW 79.90.565)
• Archaeological Site Public Disclosure Exemption (RCW 42.56.300)
• Discovery of Human Remains (RCW 27.44)
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Appendix A - Pasco's Heritage: History and Architecture
Many thousands of years of history in Pasco have yielded a variety of cultural resources.
This brief overview of the history of Pasco provides the context for historic themes that
may be used for future historic register nominations. Representative historic properties are
identified for each historic theme.
Overview and Early History
Pasco sits at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia Rivers in Southeast Washington.
The city was established in 1885 and incorporated in 1891; however, the Pasco area has
been an important area of human habitation for almost 10,000 years. For many years, it
was a traditional gathering, fishing and trading place for Native American tribes, who came
to the area to trade and catch and dry fish, and some remained throughout the winter in
the flats along the Columbia at the mouth of the Snake River.
The spot where the Snake enters the Columbia had been a popular tribal rendezvous spot
for centuries, sometimes called the Grand Rendezvous or the Great Forks. Tribes
commonly camped, fished, and wintered from the Snake's mouth upstream on the
Columbia for eight miles toward the spot where the Yakima River enters. The City of
Pasco spreads out today over the eastern bank of this stretch of the Columbia.
The Lewis &Clark Expedition camped at the confluence of the two rivers in 1805 and
1806, and reported that Native Americans gathered there in great numbers to view them at
the Snake-Columbia confluence, the site of today's Sacajawea State Park, a few miles
downstream from Pasco.When Clark rowed upstream to the mouth of the Yakima,
paddling directly past today's Pasco, he reported a number of mat-covered Indian lodges.
A few ranchers and explorers arrived in the 1860s and 1870s, but for the most part the site
of Pasco remained a Native American fishing camp.
The Sacajawea State Park is now located at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia
Rivers, and Chiawana Park is located along the Columbia River. Historic resources in
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these areas are archaeological.
Early Pasco
The history of the City of Pasco began with the history of Ainsworth, a town about two
miles southeast of Pasco, which has now vanished. When the Northern Pacific Railroad
made plans in 1879 to create a line from Spokane to Portland, it platted the town of
Ainsworth at the mouth of the Snake River to serve as a railroad construction camp.
Before long, Ainsworth was full of workers, including hundreds of Chinese and Irish
laborers,who were laying track and building bridges. Lumber for the railroad tracks was
floated to Ainsworth from the Yakima River to the north and from the Snake and
Clearwater Rivers to the east. By 1883, Franklin County was established and Ainsworth, as
the largest town, became the county seat. By 1885, the Northern Pacific established the
more permanent town site of Pasco, in the process dismantling and moving many of the
buildings of Ainsworth to the new town site.
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Ferry service between Kennewick and Pasco began in 1884; this photograph depicts ferry service in
1921 (photograph courtesy of the Washington State Library Collection).
Although there are several versions of the origin of the name Pasco, the most widely
accepted is that Virgil G. Bogue, a construction engineer for the Northern Pacific Railway,
named it after Cerro de Pasco, Peru, where he had worked to build a railroad in the Andes
Mountains.
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By 1910, the population of Pasco was 2,083,which was nearly double the size of
Kennewick and five times bigger than Richland. Irrigation projects had been completed,
and acres of the landscape were covered with farms and orchards. Pasco became well-
known for asparagus and strawberries, and also orchards of peaches, apples and cherries.
Icehouses and fruit-packing facilities soon built up to store fruit prior to transportation, a
few of which still exist today.
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The Northwestern Improvement
Company built a row of houses
on "A"Street for employees of the
Northern Pacific Railway
(photograph courtesy of Dan
Stafford).
The houses were painted the
official colors of the Northern
Pacific Railway, Indian Red with
Bottle Green trim, and thus the
houses became known as "Red
Row" (photograph courtesy of
Dan Stafford).
Pasco's importance as a transportation center was reflected in the construction of buildings
associated with the railroads. Pasco became a Northern Pacific division headquarters in
1907 and the Spokane, Portland and Seattle Railroad Mainline was built through Franklin
County at the same time. A large roundhouse, shops and icehouse were constructed as
well as infrastructure improvements such as street paving, sidewalks and sewers. Outside
investors and developers came to Pasco between 1907 and 1915 and approximately 80 new
commercial structures were erected, primarily in the "Old Town" area.
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The Washington State Railroads Historical Society Museum's collection was relocated from this
building in 2013 and the museum is now developing a plan for a new facility.
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Historic rail cars in downtown Volunteer Park are one of the few publically visible remnants of Pasco's
railroad heritage.
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Civic, Institutional and Religious and Educational Development
Civic structures in Pasco were primarily built between 1915-1941, and in many ways, the
political and cultural development of Pasco is reflected in its extant civic and religious
buildings. Identified resources include landmark buildings such as the Pasco Post Office,
and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital (north wing).
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A neighborhood church, the Friendly Temple Church of God at 316 North 4`h, formerly a Christian
Science Church, was constructed in 1912 in the Classical Revival style.
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Prominent Spokane architect Henry Bertleson designed Saint Patrick's School, at 1320 West Henry
Street, in 1947
Commercial Growth and Development
Early commercial buildings were constructed in Pasco's "Old Town" area that was situated
in what is today the area around Clark Street, North Second Street, the Pasco Railyards,
and a sidetrack south of Columbia Street. Most of the early wood frame buildings were
destroyed by fire,which led to the enactment of a fireproofing ordinance in 1910 that
required all commercial structures to be constructed of brick or concrete.
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Downtown Pasco in 1909, looking west on Lewis Street(photograph courtesy of UW Special
Collections, Image WAS0520).
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This 1909 photograph of Cox Investment Company on the corner of 4`h and Lewis Streets shows the
dirt roads and wooden sidewalks common to Pasco at that time (photograph courtesy of Dan Stafford).
In some parts of downtown, structures that had been destroyed by the fire were not rebuilt
for two decades. During the 1940s and 1950s, downtown expanded and more commercial
buildings were constructed along Lewis and Sylvester streets, primarily between 8" and 14'
Streets. By 1920, Pasco had grown to a population of 3,362, and by 1930 the population
reached 3,496.
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The building at 402 West Lewis was constructed in the Art Deco style and features stylized geometric
decorative elements typical of the style.
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Historic theaters were
constructed downtown and
contributed to the cultural
and commercial vibrancy of
the city. The Empire
Theater at 517 West Lewis
exhibits Art Deco style
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Aviation and Military History
Aviation history dates to 1926 when Varney Air Lines started airmail service between Pasco
and Elko, Nevada. United Airlines took over Varney and in 1934, United moved away
and Pasco was without air service until Empire Air Lines started air service in 1949, and
was later taken over by Hughes Air West.
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Felix Warren, a veteran stagecoach mail-delivery runner, brought a stagecoach to Pasco from Spokane
for airmail flight celebrations. The trip from Spokane took five days, but the airmail flight took four
hours (photograph courtesy of the United Airlines Historical Foundation).
An Army Reconsignment Depot was located in Pasco during World War II, increasing the
population to 14,000. After the war, the Port of Pasco bought the Reconsignment Depot
as war surplus, and now houses many industrial and commercial tenants of the Port of
Pasco at the "Big Pasco" facilities.
In 1942, the Pasco Naval Air Station was established as a training center for Naval aviators,
and was later used to rebuild damaged carrier-based squadrons of planes. When the War
ended, the City of Pasco purchased the entire Navy Base, and many of the properties
remain and house commercial and industrial tenants.
Historic resources associated with aviation history include the buildings, barracks, and
runways linked with the Pasco Naval Air Station. Many of the structures still exist, such as
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the NAS Tower and Hangar building, and are now used for commercial, industrial and
educational uses.
Residential Development
Pasco's historic homes range from working class housing and apartment buildings to a few
remaining high-style homes. Historic resources associated with residential development
include five residential areas of homes, and while many of the homes have been altered, a
few still retain their historic character. Architectural styles prominent in Pasco include
styles from 1910-1940 such as Craftsman, Tudor Revival, Colonial Revival, Classical
Revival, and a few pre-1910 Folk Victorian style homes. Pasco neighborhoods also feature
good collections of Minimal Traditional and Ranch style homes from the 1940s and
1950s. There does not appear to be a high enough concentration of intact historic homes
to qualify as an historic district, however, homes scattered throughout the city may
individually qualify for local register designation.
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The James Moore Mansion, now an event venue for outdoor weddings, receptions and events, is listed
on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the few historic high-style homes remaining in
Pasco.
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Residential Development in the Northern Pacific Plat of Pasco, Blocks 14.16 and 24.26;
Gerry's Addition.
This area has a few examples of pre-1920s residential structures. Northern Pacific Blocks
14, 15, 16 and 26 include some pre-1900 structures - some of the oldest houses in Pasco.
The rest of the area includes a variety of architectural styles popular between 1900-1920,
primarily Colonial Revival and Craftsman. The historic character of the neighborhood,
however, is compromised by extensive alteration and newer houses
The Craftsman or Bungalow style was popular from the
beginning of the 19`h century through the 1930s. The style is
characterized by exposed rafters, deep overhanging eaves, front
porches beneath an overhanging roof, and the use of mixed
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The steeply-pitched roofline of this c. 1930 house at 615 West Shoshone reflects the Tudor Revival
style.
Residential Development in Petit's First Addition and Gerry's Addition (north of Lewis
and west of Fourth)
A few houses scattered throughout this area were constructed between 1905-1914 and are
interspersed with houses that date from the 1930s to 1940s. There are a few houses in good
condition.A few older houses along Clark Street have been converted into offices.
Residential Development in Sylvester's Addition and Park Addition
Sylvester's Addition was once a distinct housing development district on the northwest
edge of town, including Sylvester Park. The area has good examples of Craftsman houses
from 1910-1920 especially along Nixon, Park and Margaret Streets between Fifth and
Seventh. Craftsman style homes, sometimes simply called Bungalows,were typically built
from kits or styled from pattern books, and were the dominant architectural style
throughout the country from about 1905 through the 1920s. Craftsman homes are
typically one-story homes and feature a low-pitched, gabled roof with a wide, unenclosed
eave overhang, exposed rafters, decorative beams under gables and full or partial-width
porches supported by tapered or square columns. Most of the houses are in good
condition but have extensive alterations. In the west end of Sylvester's Addition are homes
from the 1920s through 1940s.
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exposed rafters and a double front facing gabled roof.
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Residential Development in Riverside, College, Gantebein's Gray's and East Riverside
Additions
Originally comprised of small farms and residential groupings, this is a mixed area of
homes from the 1880s through 1970s. Most of the older structures have been significantly
altered, with additions and alterations such as new siding, windows and porches.
Residential Development in Residential Development from the 1940s to 1950s
A demand for housing occurred due to the rapid population increase from construction at
the Hanford site and the construction of the Naval Air Station in Pasco. Some of the
houses were constructed in the style of WWII Era cottages, Minimal Traditional style
homes that are one-story square or rectangular houses covered by a hipped roof with
minimal eave overhang. Early examples of this style often have Art Deco or Streamlined
Moderne elements such as glass block and rounded porch features. Other homes were
constructed in variations of the Ranch style, with a long low profile and minimal exterior
ornamentation. Homes were built in tracts in Sylvester's Second, Kurth's, Perry's,
Umbarger's, Terrace Heights, Kurtzman's, Helm's and O'Keefe's Additions.
This Pasco home features a hipped roof with minimal eave overhang, square floorplan and minimal
ornamentation, all of which are characteristic of a WWII Era Cottage.
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After WWII, building materials were in short supply,
however GI's and their new families created a large
s_ demand for housing. In response, homes like the WWII
Era Cottage were built in large quantities. The cottages
were typically small and floorplans, such as this one
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good example of the 1950s Ranch style.
Ethnic Heritage
The ethnic history of an area is sometimes overlooked, yet plays an important role in the
development of any city. Little has been written about the contributions ethnic groups
have been made to Pasco's history, and should be explored in future surveys and historic
register nominations.
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Railroad companies recruited Chinese workers primarily because they worked for lower wages. Chinese
men were often assigned to dangerous tasks such as blasting through rock and laying tracks on river
bluffs. Of the 20,000 men that built the Northern Pacific line between Pasco and Tacoma, 15,000
were Chinese. This 1885 photo shows a group of Northern Pacific construction workers in front of a
locomotive at the crossing on the Green River(photograph courtesy of Historylink).
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In 1942, the United Service Organizations (USO)formed in Pasco to serve soldiers stationed in the
area, including those working at the Hanford Project and the Naval Air Station. In 1944, the Pasco
USO began to be operated as a racially integrated USO Club, one of the very few effectively integrated
clubs in the country (photograph courtesy of Historylink).
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This commercial building at 123 North 4`h has been adapted for a new use while still retaining historic
Art Deco ornamentation on the second story. One of the storefronts houses a Hispanic dress shop, one
of many in the downtown area. A new wave of Hispanic population began to move to Pasco in the
1980s, and Hispanic influence is evident in the remodeling of many of the older downtown buildings.
As of 2000, Pasco's Hispanic population had reached 56 percent, making it one of the few majority
Latino cities in the state.
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Architecture of the Recent Past
Looking ahead, interest in Mid-Twentieth Century design is growing, as properties on or
near the 50-year age threshold begin to qualify for listing as historic resources. Buildings
from the 1950s and 1960s that exemplify the mid-century may include ranch-style
residential areas, curtain-wall commercial buildings, drive-in restaurants, and motels such as
the Desert Aire and Starlight in Pasco.
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development of Hanford, such as
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Sources:
Emerson, Stephen. SR 1100 Lewis Street Underpass. Level II Report.
Faulkner, Susan Davis. Early Pasco (Charleston, South Carolina: Arcadia Publishing,
2009).
HistoryLink.org Online Encyclopedia of Washington State History, "Franklin County—
Thumbnail History" (by Elizabeth Gibson), http://www.historylink.org/(accessed June 30,
2013).
HistoryLink.org Online Encyclopedia of Washington State History, "Pasco--Thumbnail History"
(by Jim Kershner). http://www.histoalink.orgZ (accessed June 30, 2013).
Oberst,Walter A. Railroads, Reclamation And the River:A History of Pasco (Pasco, WA:
Franklin County Historical Society, 1978).
Your Guide to Sacajawea State Park(Washington State Parks). Brochure.
Note: many additional resources on the history of Pasco can be found in the collections of the Franklin
County Historical Society and Museum and the Washington State Railroad Historical Society and
Museum.
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Appendix B - Public Outreach
Overview
An important part of the planning process is outreach to stakeholders, asking for their
input to shape the Plan, and their understanding, buy4n and support for the final
document. Stakeholders were asked to generate perspectives and ideas for the plan,
including issues, opportunities for the preservation of historic resources. Stakeholders were
consulted through public meetings, a survey, and individual interviews.
Outreach Method #1: Historic Preservation Commission Questionnaire
The members of the Pasco Historic Preservation Commission ("HPC") are appointed by
the Mayor with Council approval, and represent areas of interest and expertise in historic
preservation. Feedback was sought from the HPC about issues and opportunities that may
be addressed in the Historic Preservation Plan. HPC members were given a presentation
on historic preservation planning, and then completed a survey at an HPC meeting.
Feedback from the Historic Preservation Commission Questionnaire
On May 8, 2013, Pasco HPC staff Jeff Adams conducted a workshop using the
Preservation Plan questionnaire as a guideline to obtain feedback from the Commission.
The feedback from the workshop is summarized in the following comments.
Commissioners discussed current historic preservation conditions in Pasco and options for
the Historic Preservation Plan-
a) The Pasco Historic Preservation Commission is the group initiating
collaboration with the 1) Port of Pasco, 2) Franklin County Historical Society
and Museum, and 3)Washington State Railroads Historical Society and
Museum.This effort in still in its infancy.
b) The City of Pasco has no "save the historic commercial building" regulations.
c) Incentives should be promoted; strict regulations might do more to alienate
property owners from historic preservation in this social environment.
d) Commissioners were not entirely convinced that Pasco has complete and intact
historic neighborhoods. If there are, Commissioners favor incentives over strict
regulations.
e) Schools in Pasco, including Columbia Basin College, could offer historic
preservation in curriculum as elective coursework.
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f) Listing on the Pasco Register of Historic Places (PRHP) should require owners'
consent, unless the register was recognition only and not regulatory(resembling
"yard of the month" recognition).
g) Pasco should consider becoming a Certified Local Government.
h) While articles and social media would be excellent promotional media, tours,
events and workshops may be overkill, given the current lack of prepared
historic sites/destinations.
i) Historic window replacement might be made affordable with a PUD
weatherization grant combined with a historic preservation grant.
j) Pasco needs to broaden its inventory of historic buildings/sites.
Q There is both fairly positive and very negative talk about historic preservation in
Pasco.
Outreach Method #2: Community Open House
A community open house was conducted on June 26, 2013 to provide an opportunity to
engage the community in a conversation about current issues and opportunities that may
be addressed in the Historic Preservation Plan. City staff provided extensive notification of
the meeting through press releases, announcements and web updates, and about ten
people attended. At the meeting, participants were given a brief overview of historic
preservation and then were given the opportunity to provide feedback by selecting their top
priority answers to three questions. Participants also could submit general feedback.
Feedback from the Community Open House
What's working best in historic preservation in Pasco (and what are its strengths?)?
• Rich history. -12 votes
• There are good partnerships between organizations. - 6 votes
• There's an awareness of the importance of historic buildings. - 0 votes
• We have good protection and preservation of historic buildings. -0 votes
• There are adequate education, promotion and outreach efforts. -0 votes
• There are enough incentives for commercial buildings. -0 votes
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What are the most pressing needs for historic preservation (and what challenges will it
face in the future)?
• Need a Pasco register of historic places to locally recognize historic
buildings. - 5 votes
• Need more education, promotion and outreach efforts. - 5 votes
• Need to do more research to identify more historic buildings or districts. -
4 votes
• Need more development opportunities and incentives for commercial
buildings. - 4 votes
• Need more incentives for protection and preservation of historic houses.-0
votes
What are the highest priority partnership opportunities that historic preservation should
cultivate in Pasco?
• Partnerships with heritage organizations and museums. - 7 votes
• Partnerships with government entities.-3 votes
• Partnerships with heritage tourism. - 3 votes
• Partnerships with schools. - 1 vote
• Partnerships with downtown development. -0 votes
• Partnerships with developers and architects.-0 votes
• Partnerships with developers and architects. -0 votes
Other thoughts:
"How do we get the public to participate?"
"Need to expand partnerships and consolidate project funding."
"Educate public—outreach."
"Government—City and County take the lead—work together."
"Build other partnerships."
"Promote local history in our school system by incorporating the basic background of each
of our three cities into the school curriculum. Past that, offer a for credit course at a high
school and/or junior college level."
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"Very tough issue."
"Incentives may be effective, but should we have to PAY people to get interested?"
"Partnerships could be effective but how involved should government be?"
"More education of citizens—shame them into being more involved."
"At Pasco events, Cinco de Mayo/July 4 etc. there needs to be a community contact station
for attendees, may view historic project ongoing and needs, i.e. specific, and how
volunteers may join/participate. Have to show program and need and opportunity to
participate."
"Participation will involve instilling an interest(to the public) for a concept that
communicates.
1) Long standing, maybe even revenue-raising, ideas that touch the heart of the
community majority
2) Evolve ideas around past and present—with due respect for both
3) Do not involve imposing taxes."
Outreach Method #3: Stakeholder Interviews
One of the strategies for gathering public input for the Pasco Preservation Plan was to
conduct in-depth individual interviews to provide insights for the historic preservation plan
and also to engage community leaders. The consultant and city staff selected a list of key
stakeholders for the interviews. Stakeholders were given a brief overview of the project,
and then were given the opportunity to select their top priority answers to three questions.
Participants were also encouraged to submit their own feedback; a summary of their
comments is included in this document.
Feedback from Stakeholder Interviews
During the interview process, some participants elected to provide comments instead of
specific answers to the survey questions, so the responses are not equally matched with the
number of participants.
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What's working best in historic preservation in Pasco, and what are its strengths?
• Rich history. -3 votes
• There are good partnerships between organizations. - 2 votes
• We have good protection and preservation of historic buildings. - 2 votes
• There are adequate education, promotion and outreach efforts. 1 vote
• There's an awareness of the importance of historic buildings. - 1 vote
• There are enough incentives for commercial buildings. -0 votes
What are the most pressing needs for historic preservation, and what challenges will it
face in the future?
• Need more education, promotion and outreach efforts. - 6 votes
• Need a Pasco register of historic places to locally recognize historic buildings. - 2
votes
• Need to do more research to identify more historic buildings or districts. - 2 votes
• Need more development opportunities and incentives for commercial buildings. -
0 votes
• Need more incentives for protection and preservation of historic houses. - 0 votes
What are the highest priority partnership opportunities that historic preservation should
cultivate in Pasco?
• Partnerships with government entities.-4 votes
• Partnerships with heritage tourism. - 3 votes
• Partnerships with downtown development. -3 votes
• Partnerships with heritage organizations and museums. - 2 votes
• Partnerships with schools. - 0 votes
• Partnerships with developers and architects. - 0 votes
Stakeholder Individual Comments
In addition to answering the three survey questions, stakeholders were encouraged to
comment on historic preservation issues. Their comments are categorized into eight
common themes, and are summarized here.
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Preserving Historic Buildings
One of the positive accomplishments is that many historic buildings in downtown are being used
for the public good. Examples are city hall, Carnegie Library, Courthouse, Our Lady of Lourdes
and Moore Mansion; they are being also well maintained.
There aren't any historic preservation things that are working. The only items that come to mind
are some private investments in buildings and structures, like the Moore Mansion, even though its
limited access its still been saved from ruin. And the Franklin County Museum, which is now
expanding; has used the library for research—but lots of people don't know about it. People from
Richland don't know about it even though it's a county museum and don't now they could do
research there.
Homes are more challenging and the concept of an historic district is challenging because of lack
of proximity to one another; the buildings are far apart and that would be the challenging thing.
There is more awareness now than there has been in years past. There was a period in time,
maybe in the 50s and 60s, when the predominant thought was to build a new building rather
than retaining or restoring.
There's good stewardship and there's good partnerships between the historic buildings.
Not aware of anything that's happening in historic preservation in Pasco but has been to the
museum.
Requiring owner consent is a good approach to historic preservation.
Education, Outreach and Communication
Education and outreach on the top of the list because you can do the research but if the public
doesn't know about it or care about it its all for naught.
Not aware of a local preservation or movement; there needs to be basic outreach and education.
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The local museum is the only contributor to history. Would love to see the museum do more
education on history with the community; i.e. what the buildings used to be.
Reach out on Face book page. The city or a nonprofit could draw a lot of attention by using
social media. The newspaper has a section for notices.
Communication isn't working, because of cultural and linguistic differences.
Latinos often don't feel like they're part of the decision making process or part of the visioning
process.
Downtown
The downtown area is compact, walkable, and has good historic assets.
Downtown's in a good place right now; business owners are ready to do something right now.
A walking tour brochure would give community members a reason to come here.
Absentee property owners downtown are an issue.
Downtown Pasco area has a unique Hispanic feel. There is great potential there; wonderful
potential. More outdoor restaurants would be great to have. Would continue to encourage the
storefronts to take on the Hispanic feel.
Downtown is a safe area. Pasco does a good job, but sometimes, local people don't think so.
It works best when you do a whole area of several blocks. Need to build on historic past and
meld it together with the present. A possible theme could be a general theme from the West.
Could any downtown buildings be business incubators? Kennewick and Richland have broader
based business/tech incubator spaces, but Pasco isn't part of that conversation.
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One major challenge is in promoting the downtown area and really showcasing the businesses;
need to be able to promote it; continue with the improvements, but also with marketing it.
Specifically with Hispanic owned business; bakeries or retail shops or getting the word out there.
Sports families would stop downtown if it were better promoted.
In the downtown area there are certainly a lot of alterations there; evidence of a new group of
citizens to the region; could those be an important historic context to how downtown has
transitioned or changed? One of the difficulties is how do you place significance in the buildings
that predate the new wave of the first settlement; those might not meet historic integrity
thresholds.
Financial incentives?—the area is 98% ignorant about that. Business owners are so focused on day-
to-day operations.
Need to work on the perception and getting people into the downtown Pasco area.
It has to start at home and spread out; get the citizens involved and supportive first.
Gang related perception is undue; Pasco has done a good job cleaning up.
Visually, downtown needs to be more eye appealing with flowers and banners and more paint;
even more colorful that in is now; could start at a central core by the farmer's market.
Financial incentives aren't an issue, we need more business first.
For downtown Pasco, its not East Pasco anymore, and the stores and activities are very diversified
but it needs to be promoted in a way that appeals to more people, so they will stop at the amazing
bakery, get a great cup of coffee, and check out the latest in clothing; but now nobody does that
because they think it is Little Mexico--even if it means promoting it as Little Mexico that's not a
bad thing; because areas of other towns that are developed for that reason; like a Chinatown;
instead of trying to make it into something that it isn't, embrace what it is and help the people
who've put their life and soul into that business.
Need to improve storefronts and have banners on the streets and signage in two languages and
make it a place where people want to go.
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Among business owners downtown there's no awareness of historic buildings; partly because many
business owners are tenants and not property owners.
Oftentimes it's that one key project that and it's usually a private project that can be the catalyst
for additional work being done. If there is just one property that can be identified as a local
project to get people excited its not just preservationists clamoring to others; here's a real example
of where its really happening. If there could be one property with a private developer that could
get it started, you can start to show that private interest and the developer can show that they
made money on it and that can drive policy at the local level as well.
Attitude seems to be changing; whether the motivation is tax incentives or tourism or even a
partnering with the chamber(if economics are driving some of this stuff) then it gets the added
boost of being an economic side but not the heritage side.
The Farmers Market is thriving but people drive thru the rest of Pasco to get there.
Ethnic History
As far as Hispanic history in Pasco, I've never heard anyone talk about it.
There's little history in general written on Latino history, let alone downtown. The museum does
have some displays on Latino history.
Many of the owners of downtown aren't aware of or interested in history; the great majority of
downtown Pasco is Hispanic; more young people are interested in history.
Downtown Pasco used to be the gem of the tri cities before Columbia Center mall.
Historically, the Black community lived in East Pasco; now many from second and third
generations are still here; we need to acknowledge that as well as Latino history. If the physical
structures don't exist, the contributions from that community should be still conveyed in a
connection to downtown.
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Rail Museum and other museum development
Railroad and airport tower. Glad to hear that that they're being addressed.
For all these good things that people want to be done, they look to the public agencies.
Unfortunately, the people with good ideas don't bring money to the table. Museums think it's a
great project but the first thing they ask for is money and it isn't always about cash, so it would be
good if they have somebody on board who has contacts with grant writing or technical assistance.
There's no money resulting from discussions about the rail museum, but there's a will to make
something happen. All the cars are on Port property until they can find something else and they
are in the way.
A museum type of attraction should be synergistic with downtown and not stand off on its own.
We can't do all three: the rail museum, the County historical society expansion, and the new
issue with the tower at the airport. There's only so much money. Wish that these three would get
together and decide on one and not try to have three separate stand alone museums. Can we put
these all in one spot; then we could make it happen. All we're doing currently is making is the pie
smaller. Also the Handford Reach museum is competing for funding. Piece-mealing it isn't going
to work. Do it once instead of fail three times.
The museums need to recognize that the more organized somebody is the better they are; we need
a coordinated plan and to show how their role fits into it; they are talking to people who aren't in
the museum business and so the cleaner their objectives are the more excited other people will be
to participate.
The railroad museum leadership doesn't seem to be very forthcoming about what's going on.
Maybe if we all get together we could help.
Regarding historic preservation, collectively the community needs to find a creative solution
because the Port doesn't have the capacity to do things outside the box.
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Heritage Tourism/Marketing Pasco's history to residents and tourists
It is very important to promote history and cultural tourism. The more Pasco can do to address
heritage tourism, the better; it helps us have a sense of place and nationally, heritage tourism is
an emerging field for visitors.
Rivershores are one of Pasco's strengths; Pasco has some beautiful historical trails that follow from
the Sacajawea Park all they way downtown.
Develop the history first, then, develop a downtown walk that would go into a visitor's guide.
Possibly fund the printing of a brochure with lodging tax money, with a brochure or walk that
shows where the bakeries and little shops and farmer's market is located; this could get very wide
distribution to hotels, visitor's centers, etc.
People have talked about a downtown walking tour brochure and about using QR codes to link
to smart phones. The issue has been who's going to do it; volunteers can't do it. We could even
just have plaques, like in downtown Ritzville, about who owned it and what it was used for.
Vandalism is a concern with plaques so that would have to be dealt with.
We need "wayfinding" to historic areas of downtown Pasco when people are coming in from
various Interstate exits.
The reason there hasn't been more promotion is we haven't defined, "what is there to promote?"
Partnerships
There are many organizations that do their own thing. Need a group to come together to really
brand Pasco and help them create that awareness.
Pasco is already partnering, but could partner even more with Convention and Visitor's Bureau;
if they have an event or there's a new business need to let them know.
Pasco downtown development organization could take a more proactive role when great things are
happening and contact others and let them help out.
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Is downtown working with other downtown associations; they may hear of grant opportunities
that might come up.
Pasco should try to get involved and get to know Walla Walla, which has done some much with
their downtown.
Rotary groups could help out with events or art placement somewhere, i.e. downtown and they
have small amounts of grant money.
Partnerships with government entities are always a good strategy because there so many
government organizations in the Tri-Cities area, and education partners like WSU tri-cities
should be included because they have students and/or faculty that should be involved.
There are a lot of partnerships already, but more are needed between downtown and the museum,
or anyone that has a strong sense of preservation.
How closely are they looking at Hanford? Being able to partner and get as much as recognition
as possible at least they're not starting from zero; if the connection is really there; even if Pasco
has its own history that's connected to Hanford, they can still make that connection. Might be
low hanging fruit for them to make the heritage tourism connection.
Wouldn't have jumped on the bandwagon if this was just a government project; this needs
everybody's participation.
Leadership
There's never enough money and lots of demands. If you start with this being a stressed county
with lots of demands, you'll see that the City provides basic services extremely well.
It is great that the city is already on board with historic preservation with staffing and an
ordinance.
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Some of the city leadership that doesn't reflect the current diversity is still hanging on, and we
need to connect with current realities with current representation.
Excited that this project is moving forward; there's a need for historic preservation to be a part of
the economic development of downtown or beyond.
People are ready for change. It is a good time for the city to be investing in this historic preservation
plan.
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Historic Preservation Plan, Individual Interviews
Department of History
Washington State University Tri-Cities
2710 Crimson Way
Richland, WA 99354
(509) 372-7249
rbauman @tricity.wsu.edu
Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
Department of Archaeology& Historic Preservation
1063 S. Capitol Way, Suite 210
Olympia,Washington 98504-8343
Downtown Pasco Development Authority
P.O. Box 688,
Pasco,WA 99301
(509) 546-1304 office/cell
Franklin County Historical Society
305 North 4th Avenue
Pasco,Washington 99301
Pasco Chamber of Commerce
1925 N 20th Ave
Pasco,Washington 99301
(509) 547-9755
Port of Pasco
1110 Osprey Pointe Blvd
Pasco,WA 99301
(509) 547-3378
Sacajawea State Park&Museum
2503 Sacajawea Park Rd
Pasco,WA 99301
(509) 545-2361
Save the Old NAS Pasco Tower
4102 N. Stearman Ave
Tri-Cities Airport, Pasco WA 99301
(509) 547-6271
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Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Staff
1600 N 20th Ave. Suite D
Pasco,WA 99301
Mailing address: P.O. Box 3938
Pasco,WA 99302
(509) 542-0933 Fax: (509) 542-0933 E-mail: tchcoc @hotmail.com
Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Board
1600 N 20th Ave. Suite D
Pasco, WA 99301
Mailing address: P.O. Box 3938
Pasco, WA 99302
(509) 542-0933 Fax: (509) 542-0933 E-mail: tchcoc @hotmail.com
Tri Cities Visitors and Convention Bureau
7130 W Grandridge Blvd
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 735-8486
Washington State Main Street Program
1204 Minor Ave
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 624-9449
Washington State Railroads Historical Society Museum
122 N Tacoma St
Pasco,WA 99301
(509) 543-4159
Washington Trust for Historic Preservation
1204 Minor Ave
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 624-9449
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Appendix C - Acronyms
ACHP Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
APA American Planning Association
ARPA Archaeological Resources Protection Act
AWA Association for Washington Archaeology
CLG Certified Local Government
COA Certificate of Appropriateness for Design Review
COM Washington State Department of Commerce
DAHP Washington State Department Archaeology&Historic
Preservation
GIS Geographic Information System
GMA Washington State Growth Management Act
GMS Washington State Growth Management Services
HPO Historic Preservation Officer
IBC International Building Code
IEBC International Existing Building Code
ITC Federal Rehabilitation Investment Tax Credit
LEED Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
NHL National Historic Landmark
NHPA National Historic Preservation Act
NRHP National Register of Historic Places
PAW Planning Association of Washington
Section 106 Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
Section 4(f) Section 4(f) provision in the Dept. of Transportation Act
SV Washington State Special Valuation Property Tax Incentive
TCP Traditional Cultural Place/Property
THPO Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
WHR Washington Heritage Register
WMA Washington Museum Association
WSHS Washington State Historical Society
WTHP Washington Trust for Historic Preservation
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Appendix D - Examples of Museum Consortiums
Museum Consortium Example 1: The Casper Museum Consortium
Casper,Wyoming (population 55,988)
museutia
Consortium
Web site: http://caspermuseums.orgZindex.html
Description: The Casper Museum Consortium is a non-profit corporation made up of ten
museums and museum-like sites in Casper:
• Audubon Center at Garden Creek
• Casper Planetarium
• Fort Caspar Museum
• Historic Bishop Home
• National Historic Trails Interpretive Center
• Nicolaysen Art Museum&Discovery Center
• Tate Geological Museum
• The Science Zone
• Werner Wildlife Museum
• Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum
The Consortium came together in 1998 as a joint venture between the City of Casper and
the Natrona County School District with the common goal of marketing facilities in
Casper to both in and out of town visitors, and has grown into a relevant and useful
organization for the community. The Governing Board consists of Directors from each of
the museums, plus four Community Advisors. The Marketing Coordinator is the only part-
time employee of the Consortium.
Mission: "Working together to promote cultural experiences in Wyoming."
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Vision: "Individually and collectively championing exemplary learning and entertainment
opportunities in the community through collaborating, capacity building, promoting
variety, enriching programming, and marketing."
Casper Museum Consortium Programming Examples:
Major projects for the Consortium include the annual "Passport to Adventure Hunt,"
where people are invited to visit museums in the area, answer a question and get their
Passport booklet stamped at each museum. Completed passports are eligible to win one of
eight prize packages.
The Consortium produces a quarterly newsletter for students, "Museum Magic," appears
on weekly appearances on the Brian Scott Morning Show on KTWO Radio, and offers
museum tours. Twice per year they also host guided VIP tours on "Date Night,"where
attendees visit four museums during the evening, with catered food, fun cocktails, and
transportation provided.
The museums also work year round to create educational programs for children. Education
Curators and their staff develop classes, exhibits, and special activities for children visiting
their museum.
Contact:
Rachel Hedges
Casper Museum Consortium Marketing Coordinator
4001 Ft. Caspar Rd
Casper, WY 82604
(307) 265-4448
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Museum Consortium Example 2: Great Falls Museums Consortium
Location: Great Falls, Montana (population 58,950)
The Great Falls Museums Consortium
Web Site: http://www.greatfallsmuseumsconsortium.org
Description:
The Great Falls Museums Consortium is a web site that lists all of the city's museums and
interpretive centers. It is not a staffed organization, but simply a joint marketing tool for
all of the area's museums. The web site states "Great Falls, Montana offers a wide variety
of museums &interpretive centers to ignite your interests,whatever they may be."
Members:
The Children's Museum of Montana
C.M. Russell Museum
First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park
Gallerie Trinitas Art Gallery
The History Museum
Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center
Malmstrom Air Force Base Museum
Montana Museum of Railroad History
Pairs Gibson Square Museum of Art
Ursuline Retreat, Conference Centre &Museum
Contact information: info@ greatfallsmuseumsconsortium.org
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Appendix E - Bibliography of Sources for Historic
Information
Eastern Washington Regional Archives
The Eastern Regional Branch provides archival and records management services to local
government agencies throughout Adams, Asotin, Columbia, Ferry, Garfield, Lincoln, Pend
Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, Walla Walla, and Whitman counties
Web Site:
http://www.sos.wa.goy/archives/archives eastern.aspx
Mailing Address:
Eastern Washington Regional Archives, 960 Washington Street, Cheney,Washington 99004
Phone:
(509) 235-7508
Email:
EABranchArchives @sos.wa.gov
Preservation Green Lab - National Trust for Historic Preservation
Launched in March of 2009, the Seattle-based Preservation Green Lab advances research
that explores the value that older buildings bring to their communities, and pioneers policy
solutions that make it easier to reuse and green older and historic buildings.
Web Site:
www.PreservationNation.org,/GreenLab
Mailing Address:
1429 12th Avenue, Suite D, Seattle,WA 98122
Phone:
(206) 324-0397
Email:
Ric Cochrane,Associate Director, RCochrane @savingplaces.org
Twitter:
twitter.com/Pres GreenLab
History Link
The free online encyclopedia of Washington State history.
Web Site:
www.historylink.org
Mailing Address:
1411 4th Avenue, Suite 803 Seattle, WA 98101
Phone:
(206) 447-8140
Email-
Admin@historylink.org
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Municipal Services Research Corporation
The Municipal Research and Services Center (MRSC) is a private, non-profit organization
based in Seattle, Washington. Our mission is supporting effective local government in
Washington through trusted consultation, research, training, and collaboration.
Web Site:
www.mrsc.org
Mailing Address:
2601 4th Avenue, Suite 800 Seattle, WA 98121-1280
Phone:
(206) 625-1300 or (800) 933-6772
Email:
Tracy Burrows, Executive Director, tburrows @mrsc.org
National Alliance of Preservation Commissions
NAPC was formed to provide a forum for commissions to discuss mutual problems and to
serve as a national voice representing the particular needs of commissions.
Web Site:
http://napc.uga.edu
Mailing Address:
National Alliance of Preservation Commissions, PO Box 1605, Athens, GA 30603
Phone:
(706) 369-5881, Fax: (706) 369-5864
Email:
Paul Trudeau, Program Director ptrudeau @uga.edu
National Park Service, Certified Local Government Program
The Certified Local Government (CLG) Program is a preservation partnership between
local, state and national governments focused on promoting historic preservation at the
grass roots level. The program is jointly administered by the National Park Service (NPS)
and the State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs) in each state,with each local
community working through a certification process to become recognized as a CLG.
Web Site-
http://www.cr.nps.gov/hps/clg,/index.htm
Mailing Address:
1201 Eye St. NW, Washington, DC 20005
Phone:
(202) 354-2020, Fax: 202-371-1794
Email:
Megan Brown, National CLG Coordinator, megan_brown @nps.gov
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National Register of Historic Places
The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation's historic places
worthy of preservation.Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the
National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program
to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect
America's historic and archeological resources.
Web Site:
http://www.nps.gov/history/nr
Mailing Address:
1849 C Street, NW(2280), Washington , DC 20240
Phone:
(202) 354-2211, Fax: (202) 371-6447
Email:
Jeff Joecke at jeff joeckel @nps.gov
National Trust for Historic Preservation
A privately funded, membership-based, nonprofit organization working to save
America's historic places.
Web Site-
http://www.preservationnation.or
Mailing Address:
1785 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington, DC 20036-2117
Phone:
(202) 588-6000 or (800) 944-6847
Email-
info@savingplaces.org
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture
Founded in 1916 as a Washington not-for-profit corporation, The MAC's purpose
is to inspire and foster understanding of the history, cultures, communities, commerce
and art of the Inland Northwest.
Web Site:
http://northwestmuseum.org
Mailing Address:
2316 West First Avenue Spokane, WA 99201
Phone:
(509) 456-3931
Email:
Rebecca Bishop, Communications Director, rbecca.bishop @northwestmuseum.org
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Preservation Action
Preservation Action is a 501c4 nonprofit organization created to serve as the national
grassroots lobby for historic preservation. We seek to make historic preservation a
national priority by advocating to all branches of the Federal Government.
Web Site:
www.preservationaction.org
Mailing Address:
1307 New Hampshire Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20036
Phone:
(202) 463-0970
Email:
mail @preservationaction.org
University of Washington Manuscripts and Special Collections
Special Collections is the University of Washington Libraries' major resource for rare
and archival materials covering a broad range of topics, formats, and time periods.
Web Site:
http://www.lib.washington.edu/specialcollections/
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 3529000, Seattle,WA 98195-2900
Phone:
(206) 543-2042
Email:
Submit email through http://www.lib.washington.edu/about/contact.html
Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
The Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) is Washington State's
primary agency with knowledge and expertise in historic preservation. DAHP's Certified
Local Government program is a nationwide program of financial and technical assistance
was established by the National Historic Preservation Act.
Web Site:
www.dahp.wa.gov
Location:
Department of Archaeology&Historic Preservation
1063 S. Capitol Way Suite 106
Olympia, WA 98501
Mailing Address:
PO Box 48343, Olympia, WA 98504-8343
Phone:
Megan Duvall, CLG Coordinator, (360) 586-3074
Email:
Megan Duvall, CLG Coordinator, Megan.Duvall @dahp.wa.gov
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Washington State Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
The nine member board reviews nominations to the National Register of Historic Places and
the Washington Heritage Register. The Council meets three to four times a year, in various
locations throughout the state.
Web Site:
http://www.dahp.wa.gov/washington-state-advisory-council-on-historic-preservation
Mailing Address:
PO Box 48343, Olympia,WA 98504-8343
Phone:
Michael Houser, State Architectural Historian, (360) 586-3076
Email:
Michael Houser, State Architectural Historian, Michael.Houser @dahp.wa.gov
Washington State History Museum
Founded in 1891 and now into its second century of service, the Washington State Historical
Society is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and vividly presenting Washington's rich and
varied history.The Historical Society is comprised of a family of museums and research
centers, offering a variety of services to researchers, historians, scholars, and the lifelong
learners.
Web Site-
http://www.washingtonhistory.org
Mailing Address:
1911 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, Washington 98402
Phone:
Business Line 253-272-3500 or Information Line 253-272-9747
Fax Line 253-272-9518
Email:
receptionist@wshs.wa.gov
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Washington State Main Street Program
Since 1984, the Washington State Main Street Program has been helping communities
revitalize the economy, appearance, and image of their downtown commercial districts using
the successful Main Street 4-Point Approach& Main Street is a comprehensive, incremental
approach to revitalization built around a community's unique heritage and attributes. Using
local resources and initiative, the state program helps communities develop their own
strategies to stimulate long term economic growth and pride in the heart of the community-
downtown.
Web Site:
http://www.dahp.wa.gov/programs/mainstreet-program
Mailing Address:
1204 Minor Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Phone:
206-624-9449, Fax: 206-624-2410
Email: Sarah Hansen, Director, shansen @preservewa.org
Washington Trust for Historic Preservation
Established in 1976, the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation is a tax exempt 501(c)3
non profit, and Washington's only statewide historic preservation organization. The preserves
Washington's historic places through advocacy, education, collaboration, and stewardship.
Web Site:
www.preservewa.org
Mailing Address:
1204 Minor Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Phone:
206.624.9449, Fax: 206.624.24 10
Email:
info @preservewa.org
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