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Commission discusses outreach to theater owner about National Register nomination and tax credits
Summary
Commission members agreed to contact the theater owner to discuss potential National Register nomination and historic tax-credit options and to offer professional guidance; staff and commissioners volunteered to make initial contact.
Commissioners raised the potential for a National Register nomination and historic tax credits for the local theater property and discussed contacting the property owner to offer information and assistance.
Members who have experience with National Register nominations said the nomination and subsequent state/federal tax credits could help the owner secure funding for rehabilitation. Commissioners debated whether to send a formal letter from the commission or to invite the owner to a meeting; several commissioners volunteered to initiate contact. Staff and commissioners noted that earlier conversations about the theater included mixed impressions regarding integrity and previous alterations; the commission resolved to reach out with a friendly offer to help evaluate options.
Clarifying details and contact information recorded at the meeting: staff provided contact details for the owner/representative discussed in the meeting (office: (314) 963-9000; cell: (314) 503-7075; email: under@underlaw.com) and said commissioners could pursue direct outreach or invite the owner to a commission meeting.
Next steps: Commissioners agreed that one or two members would attempt initial contact and, if the owner is willing, staff and commissioners would follow up with a meeting or provide guidance about National Register nomination procedures and tax-credit opportunities.
