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Criterion C: It embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period or method of construction, or is a valuable example of the use of indigenous materials or craftsmanship because the home is an interesting adaptation of the Prairie School architectural style. WHEREAS, said property and applicant do qualify for a Mills Act Contract; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Redwood City and the residents therein, that said structure be designated a Historic Landmark and that a Mills Act Contract be approved to assist in the preservation of the property. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDWOOD CITY, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The City Council, having independently heard, considered, and weighed all the evidence in the record, finds that the above recitals are accurate and constitute findings in this matter, and together with the staff report and all application materials, including without limitation the development plans, and all other documents, reports, studies, memoranda, maps, oral and written testimony, and materials in the City's file for the application, and all adopted City planning documents relating to the Project and the property including the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Municipal Code, other applicable City laws and regulations, and all associated approved and certified environmental documents, have together served as an adequate and appropriate evidentiary basis for the findings and actions set forth in this Resolution. Section 2. The City Council finds that the proposed Project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15308 Class 8 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment) and Section 15331 Class 31 (Historical Resource Restoration/Rehabilitation). The Historic Landmark designation will ensure the maintenance, restoration, enhancement, and protection of the environment (which includes historical resources), and because the future maintenance and preservation work carried out is required to be consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Section 3. The City Council hereby designates the residence and property located at 1800 Whipple Avenue, Redwood City, California a Historic Landmark. Section 4. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager or designee to execute the Historic Preservation Agreement (Mills Act Contract) for the subject property. Section 5. The City Council directs staff to file all property documents for recordation with the San Mateo County Clerk's office. Section 6. This Resolution is effective upon its adoption. ATFY/RESO.0120/CC RESO MILLS ACT -1800 WHIPPLE AVE RESO. N0. 15811 REV: 12-10-19 PR MUFF NO. 612 Page 2 of 2