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� � �. �, ' � ITEM 2-PRESENTATION BY REDWOOD CTTY HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMITTEE Ken Rolandelli, President of the Redwood City Historic Resources Advisory Committee (HRAC) explained the HRAC reports to the Plaruting Commission and adv�ses them on renovation as it relates to the City's Historic Preservation Ordinance. He noted that Carrington Hall was built in 1923 and the Sequoia High School campus is on the Register of Historic Places. Mr. Rolandelli said it is essential to maintain the historic integrity of Carrington Hall during any renovation. It will also be necessary to consider the standards of the Secretary of the Interior, ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidelines and the City's Historic Ordinance. Mr. Rolandelli explained that all exterior work proposed for the renovation will require the approval of the Planning Commission. Because of the listing on the Register of Historic Places, there are several possible sources of funding, although the competition is very heavy. Mr. Rolandelli said he felt the Carrington Hall project is an extremely worthwhile and important project and a joint effort between the City, School District, and the Sequoia Alumni Association is the best way to go. ITEM 3-PRESENTATION BY SEQUOIA UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT Assistant School Superintendent Don Gielow of the Sequoia Union High School District explained that due to budget constraints, the highest priority of the School District is to house students in classrooms. They cannot afford to renovate the facility themselves and are very excited that the Cultural Commission, Sequoia Alumni Association and the communit3r have expressed an interest in the project. Mr. Gielow felt Carrington Hall could become a community performing arts center which could be used by the School District, the City and members of the community. He explained that their Board of Trustees passed a resolution to cooperate and support the efforts to work with the community in renovating Carrington Hall. Mr. Gielow was very appreciative of the efforts being made on this project. Sequoia Principal Earl Walker also expressed his support and appreciation. ITEM 4- PRESENTATION BY SEQUOIA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Sequoia Alumni Association President Frank Bravo explained the rehabilitation of Carrington Hall has been a goal of his organization since 1985. In 1987, they began an endowment fund to pay for the renovation of Carrington Hall and have raised $15,000 so far and they are still accepting donations. Mr. Bravo gave a history of Otis Carrington and his accomplishments. He stated the Alumni Association is dedicated to the project and is willing to participate in the joint venture with the City and the School District.