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Sandusky OKs change to Landmarks Commission to allow up to two nonresidents with local ties
Summary
The Sandusky City Commission voted June 23 to amend the city's landmark ordinance to allow up to two members of the Sandusky Landmarks Commission to live outside the city if they maintain a substantial connection to Sandusky, such as owning property or a business.
The Sandusky City Commission voted June 23 to amend the city's landmark ordinance to allow up to two members of the Sandusky Landmarks Commission to live outside the city if they demonstrate a substantial connection to Sandusky, such as owning property or a business.
The change was adopted under suspension of the rules; the commission recorded a majority vote in favor. Supporters, including staff and planning commissioners, said the amendment responds to difficulty finding residents with historic-preservation expertise. Opponents urged the city to first pursue stronger local recruitment and training.
Aaron Blair, the city's chief planner, told the commission that historic preservation is a strategic priority and that the Landmarks Commission has struggled to…
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