2013 ANNUAL REPORT

MICHIGAN HISTORIC PRESERVATION NETWORK MHPN STAFF, BOARD OF DIRECTORS, AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS

STAFF OFFICERS EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS Nancy Finegood, Executive Director Melissa Milton-Pung, COMMITTEE Christine Bowman Gregory Jones Aaron Jonker Amanda Reintjes, Greater Michigan MHPN/ President Robin Adair Ron Campbell Randy Case Richard Karp NTHP Field Representative Grace Smith, Ken Czapski Scott Lowell Vice-President Emily Jarvi Robert Dwortz Ellen Thackery, Southeast Michigan MHPN/ Michael Kirk Kathy Holtz Karen Nagher NTHP Field Representative Ruth Mills, Secretary Denise McGeen Richard Hosey Gary Rentrop Emilie Evans, Detroit MHPN/NTHP Preservation Cheryl Early, Treasurer Tom Roberts Tim Hunnicutt James Schmiechen Specialist David Schon Elaine Robinson, Gregory Saxton Janet Kreger Dave Varney Katie Large, Assistant to the Director Treasurer Gary Scheuren, Programs Director Janet Kreger, Immediate Past President

COMMITTEES AWARDS COMMITTEE EASEMENTS HISTORIC RESOURCE PUBLIC POLICY CONFERENCE CONFERENCE Ruth Mills, Chair COMMITTEE COUNCIL COMMITTEE COMMITTEE COMMITTEE (CONT.) Randy Case Tom Roberts, Chair Grace Smith, Chair Greg Saxton, Co-Chair Ken Czapski, John Rosemurgy Ken Czapski Xiahan Bao Robin Adair Scott Lowell, Co-Chair Co-Manager Becky Salmon Steve Jones Ken Beall Suzanne Bayer Jessica AcMoody Janet Kreger, Janine Saputo Pam O’Connor Randy Case Steve Bohnet Laura Ashlee Co-Manager Meghan Schafbuch Gary Scheuren William David Conwill Ken Czapski Dawn Bilobran Elaine Robinson, Dan Schneider COMMUNICATIONS Nancy Finegood Cheryl Early Dave Biskner Co-Manager Alison Silk COMMITTEE Steve Fox Kira Macyda Timothy Boscarino Dean Anderson Scott Slagor Elaine Robinson, Chair Scott Grammar Karen Nagher Ron Campbell Julie Avery Grace Smith Sara Jean Baker Kathy Holtz Dan Schneider Randy Case Teagan Baiocchi Steve Stier Lusi Bao Rebecca Long Steve Stier Brian Conway Kahlea Berry Stacy Tchorzynski Christine Bowman Jonathan Ringel Dave Varney Jack Dempsey Pat Black Ellen Thackery Aimee D’Agostini Elaine Robinson MEMBERSHIP Nancy Finegood Lloyd Baldwin Tom Trombley Courtney Miller David Schon AND VOLUNTEER Jessica Flores Denice Blair Tim Wiles COORDINATION Michael Frederick Joe Borgstrom Vera Wiltse Ruth Mills EDUCATION Denise McGeen, Chair Gordon Goldie Ron Campbell Brenda Williams Kristin Rose COMMITTEE: Tim Boscarino Jeffrey Green Amanda Davis Jessica Yann Alexandra Williams Dan Bollman, Chair Adam Cripps Andrew Haan Tammis Donaldson COMMUNITY Lloyd Baldwin Leanne DeVreugd Richard Hosey Eric Drake PARTNERS PROGRAM Hank Berry Amara Frontczak Tim Hunnicutt Sean Dunham Amanda Reintjes Denice Blair Meredith Long Greg Jones Amara Frontczak Ellen Thackery Rena Bradley Mary Bishop Steve Jones Kaye Hiebel DEVELOPMENT Ron Campbell Stachowiak Richard Karp Kathy Holtz COMMITTEE Randy Case Janet Kreger Emily Jarvi Emily Jarvi, Co-Chair PRESERVATION Nancy Finegood Mike Latvis Barb Kelly Janet Kreger, Co-Chair INCENTIVES Ted Grevstad- Leslie Lynch-Wilson Kristine Kidorf Devan Anderson COMMITTEE Nordbrock, Jim Manning Laura Krizov Tegan Baiocchi Mike Kirk, Chair Tim Hunnicutt Greg Metz Emily Lanctot Barb Barber Xiohan Bao Ted Ligibel Melissa Milton-Pung Mona Lang Dawn Bilobran Ken Beall Bryan Lijewski Arthur Mullen Kelly Larson Amanda Davis Christine Bowman Michelle McClellan Karen Nagher Brian Lijewski Nancy Finegood William Danforth Kieth Mengel Lisa Nuszkowski Kira Macyda Kristine Kidorf Rob Dwortz Courtney Miller Pam O’Connor Russ Magnaghi Cal Leeke Nancy Finegood James Miller Alan Robandt Melissa Matuscak Denise McGeen Steve Fox Brenna Moloney Gary Scheuren Marla McEnaney Amanda Reintjes Richard Hosey Cody Newman David Schon Brian McGrain Katherine Reisig Greg Jones Ryan Schumaker Ellen Thackery Ruth Mills Joel Riley Gary Rentrop Steve Stier Brad Neumann Elaine Robinson Gary Scheuren Nan Taylor Cris Osier Kristin Rose Jim Schmiechen Stacy Tchorzynski Katherine Reisig Thomas Trombley Nan Taylor John Risk

2 Michigan Historic Preservation Network CONTENTS PG 3 LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PG 5 TREASURER’S REPORT PG 3 EDUCATE PG 9 ADVOCATE PG 3 PROTECT PG 11 PROMOTE PG 12 MEMBERSHIP AND OPERATIONS PG 13 AWARDS PG 3 FUNDRAISING PG 3 OUR 2013 SPONSORS

Photo Credits: Amanda Davis: cover (top left, center row right and left, bottom right), 5, 6 (top right), 8 (bottom), 11, 12 (right), 14 (bottom right and left) Amanda Reintjes: 8 (top) Diane Tuinstra: 6 (bottom right), 16 Emilie Evans: cover (top right) Emily Lanctot: cover (top center, bottom right and center), 9 (right), 19 Fusco, Shaffer, and Pappas, Inc.: 10, 15 Jeffery A. Scott Architects: 13 (right and left) Justin Maconochie (www.jmaconochie.com): cover (center right), 7 Philip Datillo: 13 (center) Nan Taylor/Amy Arnold: 6 (top left, bottom left) Nancy Finegood: 3, 12(left) Design: John Leonard

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2013 Annual Report 3 LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

umerous factors add quality to our In spring 2013, MHPN made its long-await- a return of the Great Michigan Road Trip lives. One of the constant factors ed move into our own building. The pur- pre-conference tour – “On the Copper Nare the places where life happens. chase and restoration of the Thelma Joyce Country Highways: Restoring the Sense Is brick the building material of choice, Osteen Comfort Station in historic Old of Place and the Economic Vitality of the does wood clad our buildings, or is it stone? Town Lansing was celebrated with not one, Keweenaw Peninsula.” New in 2013 was a Do we live among skyscrapers or is the tall- but two ribbon cuttings! The first brought formalized partnership with several other est building in town just a story or two high? Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero to the build- organizations active in promoting preser- When we consider our favorite Michigan ing, while the second was acknowledged by vation: MSHDA’s State Archaeologist; the places – the streets of our hometown, the our friends and supporters. The restoration Michigan Main Street Program; and the places we went to school, or where we met of the once vacant building accomplished a Michigan Barn Preservation Network. our spouse – we recognize the role that the number of very positive things, including: Another exciting part of the MHPN pro- Ingredients of Place add texture and enjoy- • Providing an opportunity for MHPN to gramming included a fundraising party ment to our daily lives. “put our money where our mouth is,” held at a wonderful row house on East Fer- The Michigan Historic Preservation Net- • To establish a permanent home in one of ry Avenue in Detroit. The Historic Resource work, the only statewide membership or- the most vibrant and growing areas in the Council also held several of their well-loved ganization focused on recognizing, pre- state’s capital, and, “Bring Your Own Hard Hat” gatherings. serving, and protecting Michigan’s cultural The Annual Fall Benefit offered partici- • To offer office space to a second non-prof- and historic resources, completed its thir- pants an opportunity to visit another of the it on the second story and a new retail ty-third year in 2013. Our success is a direct wonderful historic preservation successes business on the first floor. result of working to engage local citizens, in the City of Detroit. The NSO Bell Build- operating within the community’s economy The MHPN staff continues to work diligent- ing, (the former Bell telephone building) and cultural identity. ly with MHPN projects and communities provides permanent supportive housing for across the state to assist with local preserva- To carry out these efforts, the MHPN is homeless adults and much-needed support tion efforts. MHPN Greater Michigan Field supported by enthusiastic volunteers, gen- services to help them stabilize and turn Representative/ National Trust for Histor- erous donors and funders, devoted project their lives around. These fun events not ic Preservation (NTHP) Amanda Reintjes partners, and a dedicated Board of Direc- only brought valuable donations, they of- worked with communities from Isle Royale tors. Our committees are populated with fered opportunities to reach out to new and to Saugatuck. MHPN Southeast Michigan/ members who are passionate about their ef- different stakeholders. We continue to look NTHP Field Representative Ellen Thackery forts, and the small staff is among the most for innovative ways to connect with those continued her fine work with the unique effective in the industry. Working together who are supporters of our mission, include preservation challenges of that part of the – both in protecting the bricks-and-mortar a broad spectrum of disciplines, age groups, state. Emilie Evans joined the MHPN staff of our cultural resources and in relevant income levels, and geographic locations. in May 2013 to work closely with the citi- legislative activity – these groups bring a The MHPN’s 2013 accomplishments are too zens, non-profits, local government agen- strong message of preservation in our advo- numerous to mention here, but highlights cies and businesses of the City of Detroit as cacy efforts. Additionally, the MHPN is able included: training efforts, with hands-on the MHPN/NTHP Preservation Specialist. to bring preservation education to every window workshops and for historic pres- Gary Scheuren, MHPN Program Director region across the state, with a wide array ervation commission members; advocacy continued coordinating our preservation of quality programming to underscore the efforts for resources across the state; and incentive initiatives, including the tax cred- preservation projects and to promote their many, many other activities. None of these it partnership, the Michigan Preservation efforts across Michigan and beyond. efforts would be possible without the in- Fund, and preservation easement programs. credible generosity of everyone involved. MHPN continues to work with a lobbyist Finally, Katie Large, MHPN Assistant to the in Lansing, who has been instrumental in Director, kept all of the staff and the office Through our shared efforts and belief in keeping the issue of preservation visible at organized and running smoothly. our mission, we are able to advocate for and the state level of government despite the protect Michigan’s precious historic and The MHPN was pleased to be able to take absence of a Michigan historic rehabili- cultural resources. Thank you! a major programming event to the Upper tation tax credit. This ongoing dialogue is Peninsula in 2013. In May, the Annual Con- manifested partly in the Community Revi- ference, which continues to be one of our Melisa Milton-Pung talization Program as well as research/ad- biggest fundraisers and education tools, President, Board of Directors vocacy for a variety of alternative programs was held in Marquette. The Ingredients focused on stimulating reinvestment in his- Nancy M. Finegood of Place conference included thirty-three toric resources. Executive Director educational sessions and tours as well as

4 Michigan Historic Preservation Network TREASURER’S REPORT

By: Elaine Robinson

t a time when many non-profit organizations under-employed individuals in preservation trades, are reducing in size, narrowing their and to bring workshops to different regions of the Ascope of effort, and in some cases, closing state where underserved residents reside. It is with entirely, the MHPN experienced an amazing year. deep gratitude that MHPN thanks the many funders Our membership numbers remained consistent, that provided these grants. We fully realize that we worked diligently to add new programming, without their assistance these programs would not we completed the restoration of our first historic be possible. building and became property owners! Among those returning granting organizations were The annual conference once again was one of the the Michigan State Housing Development Authority anchors of our fundraising efforts, and our grants (MSHDA), the State Historic Preservation Office, were not far behind . Our budget remained steady the 1772 Foundation and the Clannad Foundation. for the second year in a row, and actually increased In 2013, MHPN also received funding from Quicken slightly. Thanks to the careful attention to costs and Loans and Rock Ventures, which has greatly assisted details of all of our staff members, any increases in with the placement of a MHPN/National Trust expenses experienced were small. for Historic PreservationPreservation Specialist In 2013, grants comprised just under 35% of MHPN’s in the City of Detroit, something key to protecting total revenue. These grants enabled MHPN to hold the numerous threatened resources of Detroit and additional workshops to train unemployed and Southeastern Michigan.

2013 Annual Report 5 The Great Michigan Road Trip returned to the conference in the form of a pre-conference tour to the Keweenaw Peninsula. The day-long tour was entitled “On the Copper Country Highways: Restoring the Sense of Place and Economic Vitality of the Keweenaw Peninsula.”

6 Michigan Historic Preservation Network EDUCATE

ducation is a hallmark of the Michigan Historic Preservation Network’s annual efforts. Whether a workshop Eled by a Field Staff member, a presentation by a preservation professional with the Historic Resource Council, or simply an opportunity to speak with members of the public about historic preservation, MHPN was active in 65 of Michigan’s 83 counties.

HISTORIC DISTRICT PRESERVATION TRADES PROPERTY COMMISSIONER TRAINING TRAINING OWNERS In 2013, MHPN facilitated Historic District Thanks to the MSHDA/SHPO partnership Also as part of the partnership with the Commissioner training workshops in Holly, grant, MHPN conducted a two-week, in- Detroit Land Bank Authority, MHPN fa- Howell, Franklin, and Niles. New Historic depth Wood Window Restoration Workshop cilitated a two-day wood window repair District Commissioners learned about the in Ludington at the Big Sable Lighthouse. workshop in Detroit’s Morningside neigh- Michigan enabling legislation allowing a The grant also made possible two, one-day borhood for homeowners. community to establish a commission and wood window workshops in Traverse City Regional Historic Preservation Workshops locally designated historic districts, the na- and Kalamazoo. focused on issues related to the histor- tionally accepted preservation standards The MSHDA/SHPO partnership grant also ic preservation of residential houses and to use when making commission decisions, supported the ongoing historic preservation small commercial buildings. Through the due process, the appeals process, how to education of a group of students enrolled at MSHDA/SHPO partnership grant, Region- work with property owners in the district, the A. Philip Randolph Career and Technical al Workshops were presented in Detroit, and more. Center. Approximately 24 students partici- Bay City, and Kalamazoo. Approximately 30 Through sponsorship by MSHDA and the pated in the preservation trades complemen- people attended each workshop. SHPO, the new Advanced Historic District tary curriculum, learning historic masonry, Commissioner training workshop was fa- plaster, and stained glass repair. cilitated in Allegan, Coldwater, Bay City, In partnership with the Detroit Land Bank Clarkston, and Port Huron. This workshop Authority, in April, 2013, MHPN facilitated In partnership with the Detroit is aimed at more established commissions, a two-week, intensive Wood Window Resto- and addresses more complex issues. The ad- ration workshop in the Boston-Edison neigh- Land Bank Authority, in April, vanced workshop includes more in-depth borhood for contractors. discussions of legal issues such as hardship 2013, MHPN facilitated a two- and demolition by neglect, and it includes week, intensive Wood Window two optional modules the commission choos- es. Possible selections include: hazardous Restoration workshop in the materials (lead paint and/or asbestos), new construction in the local district, substitute Boston-Edison neighborhood materials, or weatherization. MHPN brings for contractors. in additional subject matter experts as need- ed for these trainings.

2013 Annual Report 7 In 2013, the role of MHPN partners was formalized in the conference, through the addition of a “Partners” track. Partners in 2013 included the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s State Archaeologist, the Governor’s Placemaking Inititative, Michigan Main Street, the Michigan Barn EDUCATE Preservation Network.

2013 HIGHLIGHTS The 33rd annual statewide conference was held in Marquette, Michigan. The conference, themed “Ingredients of Place”, was held May 8-11 on the campus of Northern Michigan University, and was attended by 382 participants. Keynote Speaker Kathryn Bishop Eckert, PhD presented “Recognizing the Ingredients at Hand” which focused on enhancing the placemaking capabilities of a community through appreciation of the related “ingredients.” She utilized the example of distinctive native sandstone as a building material that figures prominently in Marquette and around the Upper Peninsula. The Great Michigan Road Trip returned to the conference in the form of a pre-conference tour to the Keweenaw Peninsula. The day-long tour was entitled “On the Copper Country Highways: Restoring the Sense of Place and Economic Vitality of the Keweenaw Peninsula,” and featured speakers from the Michigan Department of Transportation, Keweenaw National Historical Park, National Park Service, Michigan Technological University, City of Houghton, and U.P. Engineers & Architects. AIA, AICP, and, for the first time, Master Citizen Planner (MCP) continuing education credits were offered for many sessions. MHPN recognizes that continuing education strengthens the value of the services professional conference attendees offer to their clients.

8 Michigan Historic Preservation Network ADVOCATE

rue to its mission, MHPN advocates “for Michigan’s historic places to contribute to our economic vitality, sense Tof place, and connection to the past.” While the term advocate conjures thoughts of legislative efforts – and that is sometimes the case with MHPN – there is so much more. In 2013, MHPN continued its efforts to protect historic resources by sharing news of preservation issues, such as the efforts to protect the Saugatuck Dunes, providing information on historic properties available through various landbanks, and by protecting historic resources with the placement of historic preservation easements.

LEGISLATIVE UPDATES COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE 2013 HIGHLIGHTS In 2013, several pieces of key legislation that In addition to advocating for sound public In 2013, MHPN’s Greater Michigan Field will improve the potential for historic preser- policy, MHPN provides information and ad- Representative served a total of 83 communi- vation began to make their way through the vocacy assistance to communities throughout ties in 55 counties and traveled a total of 8,579 state legislature. Among these is Senate Bill the state. Some places where we advocated for miles to communities across the state. 271 which is expected to strengthen the Com- historic places in 2013 include: Isle Royale, Elk The Southeast Michigan Field Representa- munity Revitalization Program by increasing Rapids, Kalamazoo, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Sau- tive logged in 3,070 miles to serve 39 commu- the amount eligible for the funding of histor- gatuck, Flint, and Ionia. nities in 10 Southeast Michigan counties. ic projects. This bill also retains the require- To assist with efforts in Detroit, Emilie Evans MHPN completed a successful data conver- ment that a property’s historic status be an was hired as the preservation specialist for sion so that MHPN/NTHP field representa- important factor for consideration of receiv- MHPN and the National Trust for Histor- tives are no longer storing their community ing a CRP grant or loan. Another key piece ic Preservation. In this role, Emilie has been outreach and progress data on the NTHP of legislation is House Bill 4593 regarding working to address both citywide and local servers. This move greatly increases effi- scrap metal theft was introduced by Rep. Paul preservation issues across Detroit since May ciency for the staff. Muxlow and passed the House with MHPN 2013. At the citywide level, Emilie has been support in 2013. However, the Senate adopted meeting and working with organizations changes that were not supported by MHPN. whose work directly affects the city’s histor- MHPN is committed to continuing the fight ic built environment, including the Detroit In 2013, MHPN’s Field to ensure that historic properties be protect- Blight Authority, Detroit Land Bank Author- ed from scrappers. ity, and the Detroit Blight Task Force. At the Representatives traveled a Senate Bills 21 and 22 were also introduced in neighborhood level, she has been involved 2013. These bills amend the DDA Act by re- in preservation education and outreach with total of 11,649 miles across 65 quiring that prior to the making or approving CDCs, developers, advocacy groups, and a permanent change to the exterior of a reg- non-profit organizations, helping to connect counties while serving a total istered historic site owned or financed by the them with preservation resources and in- Downtown Development Authority (DDA), formation. In addition, Emilie has strength- of 122 different communities. any proposed changes would be reviewed by ened MHPN’s presence in Detroit and the State Historic Preservation Office. worked closely with Preservation Detroit, the MHPN also continued to examine alterna- non-profit local preservation advocacy group. tives to the State Historic Preservation Tax MHPN and Preservation Detroit have come Credit repealed in 2011. together in support of issues and partnered on important projects. Emilie also writes regu- larly for the National Trust’s blog about right- sizing and preservation.

2013 Annual Report 9 PROTECT

ne of the best ways MHPN can assist with the protection of Michigan’s historic places is by holding Oeasements. In 2013, one easement was donated to MHPN, bringing the total number of easements MHPN holds to 22. The most recent donation is on a building located in downtown Grand Rapids, and it joins a list of other easements on properties in locations as diverse as Detroit, Marshall, and Old Mission Peninsula. At the end of 2013, MHPN rolled out its MHPN Preservation Fund-Intervention Program. The program is available for nonprofits, municipalities, Downtown Development Authorities, and religious organizations. The primary aim of the program is to stabilize historic properties that are threatened by one or more failures of major building systems.

2013 HIGHLIGHTS Mackinac Island: After years of advocating for protection of Vassar: The Downtown Development Authority, Historical historic resources, motivated community members and the City Society, and City of Vassar requested an educational session of Mackinac Island adopted two local historic districts in January, from MHPN about local historic districts as they are considering 2013. MHPN Field Reps were behind them every step of the way, protection of their downtown resources. Field Reps met with attending City Council meetings, public hearings, and promoting groups, provided funding resources, and offered guidance on the benefits associated with local historic districts. how to proceed. Niles: City Council voted unanimously to pass an ordinance Big Rapids: MHPN Field Reps worked closely with the Big amendment for a local historic district in their downtown in Rapids Study Committee as they continue to push forward in March, 2013. MHPN worked with local advocates to provide a creating a residential local historic district, providing assistance historic district commission training workshop to familiarize in determining boundaries, surveying, and organizational efforts. commission members on how to administer the new district.

10 Michigan Historic Preservation Network PROMOTE

FALL BENEFIT In October 2013, MHPN held its 19th annual Fall Benefit at the NSO Bell Building in Detroit. Included in the evening was the opportunity for attendees to take a guided tour of the newly rehabilitated building, including a sneak peek of resident apartments and insight into the rehabilitation process for historic buildings in Michigan. The Bell Building began life in 1929 as the 12-story brick phone exchange housing Bell Telephone operators making manual connections. Its Art Deco design was created by the Detroit architectural firm of Smith, Hinchman, and Grylls, who also created other city landmarks such as the Guardian and Penobscot Buildings. The event, attended by 110 people, included light fare from local vendors, silent and live auctions, and plenty of networking. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award to Susan T. Mosey of Midtown Detroit, Inc. 2013 HOUSE PARTIES This year’s house party was held in a rowhouse on East Ferry Avenue in Detroit. Property owners, Jeff and Kristine Kidorf, Carol Wilson, and Viola Lynn Wilson, used the occasion to celebrate the 100th birthday of their homes. All three townhouses were open and the 28 guests moved among them taking the tour, talking with the homeowners, and enjoying different food at each stop – appetizers and beverages at the Kidorf’s, meatballs and family-recipe macaroni and cheese at Carol Wilson’s, and desserts at Viola Lynn Wilson’s house.

RIBBON CUTTING/ OPEN HOUSE AT COMFORT STATION MHPN held not one, but two Ribbon Cuttings for our newly restored headquarters, the Thelma Joyce Osteen Comfort Station. The first ribbon cutting included Mayor Virg Bernero leading the official wel- come to the new location. In August, MHPN Board, staff, representatives from the Michigan State Historic Preservation Office, those involved in the actual restoration work, and local leaders gathered to celebrate the milestone. The evening of the second ribbon cutting included an invitation-only open house, which included food, music, tours, and brief comments. Ninety guests attended the evening event.

2013 Annual Report 11 MEMBERSHIP AND OPERATIONS

t the close of 2013, MHPN membership included A558 individuals and organizations, including 33 Historic District Commissions and their members, and 2013 HIGHLIGHTS 130 Historic Resource Council members. This number In 2013, MHPN produced and distributed the 2013 Annual Report, as well as three issues of the Network includes 113 new members who joined the MHPN at News, including one hard copy and two electronic the individual or organization level. versions. We sent 10 press releases covering everything from new easements and workshops to the spring MHPN volunteers reported 7,394.75 hours worked for a total dollar conference and fall benefit. value of $155,078.94, and a full-time equivalent of 3.5 additional staff members. MHPN will continue to identify prospective volunteers The efforts of MHPN to increase organizational through our recruitment process and match them with opportunities exposure through social media sources reached further across the Network. To facilitate this process, a new membership than almost any other effort undertaken by MHPN. brochure that includes recent photos and updated membership offerings Through this method of outreach, the organization was developed. has educated people about issues related to historic preservation, shared stories of inspiration, and A membership satisfaction survey was completed in 2013 to help MHPN promoted activities of fellow preservation individuals understand the effectiveness of its recruitment and renewal strategy and groups. MHPN currently has 727 followers on our and to gauge the overall satisfaction of our members. Preliminary Facebook Page and 210 followers on Twitter. review of the results indicates that networking opportunities, access to workshops and trainings, and the financial support of the MHPN are the MHPN representatives attended the Michigan top reasons members join the organization. The results also suggest that Archaeology Day programming at the Michigan overall, respondents were very satisfied with their membership. Historical Center. This opportunity enabled us to speak with youngsters and adults alike, sharing the After years of working toward the goal, MHPN implemented on-line programs and publications of MHPN with an audience registration for MHPN events for the first time! This development that may not otherwise be aware of our work. allows for the streamlining of the registration process for registrants and event coordinators.

12 Michigan Historic Preservation Network AWARDS

n 2013, MHPN presented awards to projects, organizations, and individuals in 11 communities Ifrom Detroit to Marquette. Fifteen award winners were selected in six categories, including: Building, Citizen, Community, Government/Institution, Tax Credit, and Lifetime Achievement. The awards ceremony was one of the highlights of the 33rd Annual MHPN Conference, “Ingredients of Place.” A reception and awards presentation was held Friday evening, May 10, 2013, at the Marquette Regional History Center, Marquette, Michigan. Five Building Awards were presented for projects completed within the last three years. While many think of preservation as the multi-million dollar restoration of large historic landmarks, preservation is not limited by size, location, or cost. THIS YEAR’S WINNERS INCLUDE: The Broderick Tower, Detroit. The restoration of one of downtown The Citizen Award is reserved for an outstanding individual or in- Detroit’s most iconic skyscrapers brought back the glory of the build- dividuals, who through personal effort and/or involvement in histor- ing’s exterior and rich public spaces, and its instant popularity upon ic preservation projects have made a significant contribution to the reopening as a retail and residential destination serves as a symbol of preservation of Michigan’s heritage. This year’s Citizen Award winner the city’s recovery. is David Bardsley, of Drummond Island. His constant, dedicated, and untiring efforts in restoring the DeTour Reef Light ensured that the Delta Upsilon Fraternity House, Ann Arbor. Following a devas- Light will remain for future generations to learn from and enjoy. tating fire, an all-Michigan team of architects, craftspeople, and con- tractors meticulously restored the Albert Kahn-designed Delta Up- The Community Award is presented to a community, e.g. neighbor- silon Fraternity House, including intricately hand-carved decorative hood association, business preservation group, historical society, etc., woodwork. that has engaged in a comprehensive plan for historic preservation re- lated projects. The Government/Institutional Award is presented to NSO Bell Building, Detroit. The Neighborhood Service Organiza- an agency, city, or institution who, by their actions, has accomplished tion’s (NSO) redevelopment of the historic Michigan Bell and West- significant positive changes in the historic preservation climate and ern Electric building represented a new beginning for both the 1929 activity in the State of Michigan. This year, the Community and Gov- Art Deco former warehouse and the homeless individuals who will ernment/Institutional Awards are given jointly to the residents and now occupy the permanent supportive housing within. city government of Mackinac Island, for their efforts in protecting Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University/The and preserving Mackinac Island’s historic and architectural resourc- Old Federal Building, Grand Rapids. The rehabilitation of Grand es. Their foresight, perseverance, and stewardship will help preserve Rapids’ magnificent Post Office and Courts building reflects the past, this unique and beloved place. accommodates the present, and uses an inspiring environment to pre- The Tax Credit Award is presented to an outstanding project com- pare creative minds for the future. pleted in the last three years that included qualified use of federal Union Building, Calumet. As the backdrop for some of the most and/or state tax credit programs. This year’s awardee is the Metro- momentous events in Calumet’s mining history, the restored Union politan Center, Kalamazoo. The Metropolitan Center’s developers Building is a natural choice to serve as the visitor and interpretation leveraged Michigan’s Historic Preservation Tax Credits to rehabili- center for Keweenaw National Historical Park’s Calumet Unit. tate four contiguous Italianate commercial buildings into a vibrant, mixed-use, sustainable space which has served as a catalyst for other downtown redevelopment. 2013 Annual Report 13 he winners of the Lifetime Achievement Award, are selected by consensus of the Network’s senior lead- Tership. The individuals who receive this award have worked throughout their careers to promote historic preservation in the State of Michigan. In 2013, six recipients have been selected to receive the MHPN Lifetime Achievement Award during the Spring Award Ceremony:

Marcia and Harold Bernhardt, Iron River. Marcia and Harold recently celebrated their “golden anniversary” (over 50 years) of promoting the history of Iron County and the Upper Peninsula. While many think of John Franzen, Bark River. John is being honored for over 30 years of stewardship of the natural and cultural resources of the Upper Peninsula’s national forests. preservation as the multi- Thomas G. Friggens, Marquette. Tom has devoted over 35 years to the recognition and million dollar restoration preservation of the Upper Peninsula’s historic and cultural sites. Barbara H. and Dr. G. Peter Kelly, Marquette. Over a 35-year career, Barb and Pete have of large historic landmarks, worked to ensure the preservation and economic revitalization of historic Marquette. preservation is not limited A seventh Lifetime Achievement Award recipient was recognized at the 19th Annual Fall Benefit. Susan T. Mosey, Detroit. Ms. Mosey has spent over a quarter century leading the revitalization by size, location, or cost. of Detroit’s Midtown neighborhood, leading the merger of the University Cultural Center As- sociation with the New Center Council Inc. to create Midtown Detroit Inc. in 2010. Through her efforts, Midtown has worked to bring businesses and residents back to Detroit’s Woodward Corridor, often implementing creative mixed-use projects in such a way as to be an inspiration to other economically challenged areas across the state.

14 Michigan Historic Preservation Network FUNDRAISING The total value of this financial support was $317,364, comprising:

Grants: $109,945

Books and Auction Items Given Free to the MHPN for Sale and Bidding: $20,250

In-Kind Goods and Services Provided to the MHPN: $21,223

Goods and Services Purchased for the MHPN: $2,904

Cash and Cash Equivalents: $163,042

Financial support came from 216 individuals, businesses, foundations, organizations, educational institutions, governmental bodies, and grant-making entities. Many gave more than once during the calendar year resulting in 347 transactions being individually acknowledged and receipted.

Among the MHPN’s many activities, these 5 attracted the most support:

Programs: $143,033 Conferences: $50,774 Easements: $48,085 General/Undesignated: $24,394 Fall Benefit:$18,850

The 17 members of the Heritage Society were an important part of the MHPN’s support base because each member pledges to make gifts totaling at least $1,000 in each of three consecutive years. To have these commitments made for consecutive years allows us to approach new projects and organizational development with greater confidence. In turn, that allows us to better serve our membership and the historic resources of Michigan. Making gifts in four of the five categories above, the 17 of them from among our 216 total donors provided support totaling $48,880 of the year’s $317,364 in total contributions – meaning, 8% of the donor base gave 14% of the support.

2013 Annual Report 15 OUR 2013 SPONSORS

he Michigan Historic Preservation Network takes this opportunity to again express its appreciation to Tthose contributing to our success. Many donors have been supporting the MHPN for years; others are new. We thank you all! What follows is the listing of our 2013 supporters making contributions post-marked, time-stamped, processed, received, or hand-delivered between January 1 and December 31, 2013. Every effort has been made to ensure that all donors’ listings have been included correctly. If there are any omissions or errors, we sincerely apologize and will note a correction in next year’s annual report.

$10,000 or more $2,500 - $4,999 $1,000 - $2,499 The Grand Hotel Kenneth L. Hayward The 1772 Foundation Commonwealth Cultural Resources Group AIA Michigan Okemos, MI Mary Anthony Donald J. Weir Cathy Mosley Washington, DC Jackson, MI Detroit, MI Grunwell-Cashero Company Heritage Society - Copper Scott Cashero and Jelane Raycraft Ionia Ventures, LLC - Hawkins and Gunn AIA Upper Peninsula Chapter Detroit, MI Amanda D. Davis Photography Block Buildings, Grand Rapids Kenneth Czapski Heritage Society - Copper Amanda Davis Mike Peplowski Marquette, MI - Founding Member East Lansing, MI Mt. Clemens, MI Heritage Society - Bronze Anonymous, TX Deborah and Addison Igleheart Janet Kreger Bloomfield Hills, MI Ann Arbor, MI Farbman Group BlackBerry Window and Door Systems Heritage Society - Crystal Andrew Gutman Michael Shields Jolly Pumpkin - Founding Member Southfield, MI Kalamazoo, MI Jon Carlson Ann Arbor, MI Quicken Loans and Rock Ventures Grand River Builders, Inc. Bowman Remodeling David Carroll and Jim Ketai Brian Black Tim Bowman Mackinac State Historic Parks Detroit, MI Grand Rapids, MI Jonesville, MI Lynn Evans, Ph.D. Mackinaw City, MI State Historic Preservation Office, Karp + Associates / Buildtech Ltd. The Christman Company Michigan State Housing Development Richard M. Karp Ronald D. Staley Marquette County Convention and Authority Lansing, MI Lansing, MI Visitors Bureau Brian Conway Heritage Society - Bronze Heritage Society - Copper Alison Silk Marquette, MI Lansing, MI Kidorf Preservation Consulting - Founding Member Marvin Windows & Doors Kristine Kidorf Clannad Foundation $5,000 - $9,999 Detroit, MI Kari Lanzendorfer Jeanne Graham and Annie West Graham Thomas and Anne Logan Heritage Society - Copper Eagan, MN Bloomfield Hills, MI Grand Rapids, MI Keith and Sandra Mengel Neighborhood Service Organization Cornerstone Architects, Inc., P.C. Michigan Main Street Center, Michigan Marshall, MI Joe Heaphy State Housing Development Authority Tom G. Nemitz, AIA Detroit, MI Nixon Peabody LLP Grand Rapids, MI Laura Krizov David F. Schon Oakland County Economic Development & Lansing, MI Washington, DC Kathy J. and Donald N. Duquette Community Affairs Michigan Theatre of Jackson Heritage Society - Crystal Ann Arbor, MI Bret Rasegan and Ronald Campbell Heritage Society - Copper Steven R. Tucker Preservation Practices Waterford, MI Jackson, MI Pamela Hall O’Connor, Pam and Terry Eastern Michigan University - Historic Louisa and Albert R. Pieper The Mosaic Foundation O’Connor Preservation Program Ann Arbor, MI Rita and Peter Heydon Kalamazoo, MI Ted Ligibel Heritage Society - Copper Ann Arbor, MI Heritage Society - Copper Ypsilanti, MI - Founding Member

16 Michigan Historic Preservation Network $1,000 - $2,499 - Cont. Park Smith, AIA Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society Up to $249 Flint, MI Sean Ley Plante & Moran, PLLC Cheryl Armstrong Sault Saint Marie, MI Gordon Goldie Ron and Linda Staley Eugene, OR Brighton, MI Gregory A. Jones, AIA Auburn Hills, MI Barb Barber Ann Arbor, MI Heritage Society - Crystal Starwood Hotels – Westin Aruba, U.S. Rochester, MI Virgin Islands Elisabeth Knibbe Quinn Evans Architects Black Star Farms Andrew Wartenberg Detroit, MI Michael Quinn and Steven Jones Don Coe Chicago, IL Ann Arbor, MI Lake Michigan Car Ferry Suttons Bay, MI Heritage Society - Copper - Founding Strategic Energy Solutions, Inc. Shari Vandervest Christine Bowman Member Steve DiBerardine and Ludington, MI Jonesville, MI Julie Fotchuk Gary R. Rentrop, P.C. Katherine Locker Gary Rentrop Berkley, MI Ronald R. Campbell Detroit, MI Flint, MI Bloomfield Hills, MI Superior View/ Jack Deo Photography J.M. Mead General Store, Mill Race Village, Jack Deo Chicago Architecture Foundation Elaine H. Robinson Northville Historical Society Marquette, MI Chicago, IL Jackson, MI Leanie Bayly Heritage Society - Copper Trans Inns Management Northville, MI Tish Colett Daniel Vosotas Grosse Pointe, MI James A. Michigan Iron Industry Museum Bloomfield Hills, MI Schmiechen, Ph.D. Barry C. James Connxtions Comedy Club Lansing, MI Douglas, MI Wolverine Building Group Negaunee, MI Aaron Jonker Coopersville & Marne Railway Company Swanee, Inc. Ruth E. Mills Matt Sviland Grand Rapids, MI Jerry Ricard Ypsilanti, MI Escanaba, MI Coopersville, MI $250 - $499 Melissa Milton-Pung and Barnaby Pung, Turner Restoration LLC Curatoria Creative Ph.D. James Turner Adair Restoration LLC Group, LLC Ypsilanti, MI Detroit, MI Robin Adair Meredith Long Heritage Society - Bronze Ann Arbor, MI Nehil-Sivak PC Consulting Structural Oak Park, MI Engineers Peter Basso Associates, Inc. - Consulting Ken and Susan Czapski $500 - $999: Engineers Tom Nehil Marquette, MI Century Restoration LLC Ginger K. Greager Kalamazoo, MI Michael Darga David Varney Troy, MI Thomas Roberts Architect, LLC Northville, MI South Haven, MI JC Beal Construction Inc. Tom Roberts Debra’s Foods Diekema/Hamann Fred Beal Wyandotte, MI Paul Walter Architecture + Engineering Ann Arbor, MI Rueter Associates Architects Southfield, MI Norman L. Hamann, Jr., AIA Heritage Society - Copper Marc Rueter - Founding Member Kalamazoo, MI Ann Arbor, MI DeTour Reef Lighthouse Preservation Society HopkinsBurns Design Studio PLLC Butcher & Butcher Construction Saarinen (Michigan) Chapter of the Ann Method Green Gene Hopkins and Tamara Burns Mark Dalrymple and Bob Meller Society of Architectural Historians Drummond Island, MI Ann Arbor, MI Rochester Hills, MI Ann Arbor, MI Camp Tosebo Detroit Institute of Arts Integrity Building Group Sanders & Czapski Detroit, MI Brian Mooney and John Biggar Martha Wickett-Schrock Associates, PLLC Detroit, MI Fennville, MI Kenneth Czapski Detroit Red Wings Detroit, MI Kraemer Design Group Cartier Mansion Bed & Breakfast Marquette, MI and Event Center Maureen Kraemer The Shaffran Detroit Symphony Orchestra Sue Ann Schnitker Detroit, MI Companies LTD. Chuck Dyer Ludington, MI Detroit, MI Barbara E. Krueger Edward A. Shaffran Hartland, MI Architecture + Design Ann Arbor, MI Doncker’s Restaurant Randy L. Case Austin Gatz Starwood Hotels – Westin Cape Coral, U.S. Marquette Regional History Center Battle Creek, MI Marquette, MI Kaye Hiebel Virgin Islands Custom Architectural Sheet Metal Marquette, MI Andrew Wartenberg Douglas J Aveda Institute Specialists, Inc. Chicago, IL East Lansing, MI Neumann/Smith Architecture Glenn Parvin Martha Duquette J. Michael Kirk Detroit, MI THA Architects Engineers Southfield, MI Madonna Bennett Holland, MI east arbor architecture Flint, MI O’Brien Construction Company, Inc. Daniel E. Bollman, AIA Rob Dwortz Tom O’Brien East Lansing, MI Sylvia and Dave Tillman Grand Rapids, MI Pontiac, MI Dearborn, MI The English Inn Cheryl Early Aaron Peterson Writer and Photographer Erick Nelson Ilene and Norman Tyler Plymouth, MI Aaron Peterson Eaton Rapids, MI Ann Arbor, MI Kathryn B. Eckert Marquette, MI Fitzpatrick Structural Engineering, P.C. U.P. Engineers & Leland, MI The Roxbury Group Thomas R. Fitzpatrick PE Architects, Inc. Ella Sharp Museum David DiRita and Cheryl Early PE Karin Cooper, AIA Amy Reimann and Emily Jarvi Detroit, MI Plymouth, MI Houghton, MI Jackson, MI

HERITAGE SOCIETY GIVING LEVELS

COPPER SILVER PLATINUM $1000-$2,499 paid in each of 3 years $10,000-$14,999 paid in each of 3 years $25,000-$33,333 paid in each of 3 years BRONZE GOLD EMERALD $2,500-$4,999 paid in each of 3 years $15,000-$19,999 paid in each of 3 years $33,334 and up paid in each of 3 years CRYSTAL DIAMOND $5,000-$9,999 paid in each of 3 years $20,000-$24,999 paid in each of 3 years 2013 Annual Report 17 OUR 2013 SPONSORS

Up to $249 - Cont. Pam Jarvi Brenna Moloney Dean S. Smith Charlotte, MI Ann Arbor, MI Ann Arbor, MI Jan Enns Laguna Woods, CA Steve and Deb Jones Carol Mull Grace A.M. Smith Ann Arbor, MI Ann Arbor, MI Rockford, MI Esperance, LLC Suzanne and Pram Acharya Aaron Jonker Arthur F. Mullen Peggy Child Smith Charlevoix, MI Grand Rapids, MI Grosse Pointe Park, MI East Grand Rapids, MI Norman O. Jung Susan Murdie The Inn on Ferry Street Southern Michigan Kalamazoo, MI Jackson, MI Stephanie Chapman Railroad Society Detroit, MI Kerrytown Concert House Music Hall Center for Performing Arts Cynthia Given Ann Arbor, MI Detroit, MI Nancy M. Finegood Clinton, MI Howard Kidorf Eaton Rapids, MI Karen Nagher State Theatre Holmdel, NJ Redford, MI William L. Finnicum, AIA Linda Barry Franklin, MI Michael Kirk National House Inn Traverse City, MI Dearborn, MI Barb Bradley John and Connie Flynn Marshall, MI Marianne Stefan Livonia, MI Lake Superior Theatre Bloomfield Hills, MI Marquette, MI Richard Neumann, Architect Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum Charlotte Whitney Stevens Lansing Symphony Orchestra Rick Neumann, AIA Grand Rapids, MI Olivet, MI Lansing, MI Petoskey, MI The Henry Ford Bob O’Connor, Author Mary Ellen Stroup Dearborn, MI Lansing Lugnuts Lansing, MI Charles Town, WV Bloomfield Hills, MI Steven R. Fox with Bishop & Heintz, P.C. October Moon Sweet Lorraine’s Traverse City, MI Katie Large Dewitt, MI Aura Ozburn Lorraine Platman Heritage Society - Bronze Lansing, MI Ted Ligibel Southfield, MI Edward D. Francis and Lynne Merrill- Lambertville, MI Old House Gardens Ten Thousand Villages Francis Scott Kunst David Lilly Gerda Paschal Detroit, MI Ann Arbor, MI Detroit, MI Ann Arbor, MI Genesee County Parks Old Town Lansing Association Peter Long Mark A. Thomas & Recreation Commission Louise Gradwohl Ann Arbor, MI Birmingham, MI Flint, MI Lansing, MI Scott Lowell Gerdom Management Group R.E. Olds Transportation Museum Tibbits Opera House Detroit, MI Thomas Gerdom Lansing, MI Christine Delaney Grand Blanc, MI Mackinac Island Coldwater, MI Martin and Lucy Overhiser Carriage Tours Gordon Goldie Marshall, MI Thomas F. Trombley Sterling Heights, MI Susan M.F. Horn Saginaw, MI Mackinac Island, MI Marnie Paulus Grand Rapids Art Museum Fort Myers, FL Nelvia Van’t Hul Jay McAdams Grand Rapids, MI Ann Arbor, MI Van Nuys, CA Peaches Bed & Breakfast Grand Rapids Public Museum Janet Lovett Denise McGeen Charles and Philippa Webb Grand Rapids, MI Grand Rapids, MI Detroit, MI East Lansing, MI Melinda Hill Jane Richardson Robbert McKay Wharton Center for the Performing Arts Rochester Hills, MI Flint, MI Lansing, MI Diana Baribeau Michael Hodges Birch Lodge and Motel East Lansing, MI Susanne O. McMillan Ann Arbor, MI Bill Rutter and Deb Rhead Detroit, MI The Whitney Richard Hosey Trout Lake, MI Meadow Brook Anthony Muzzi Gregory Saxton Detroit, MI Rochester, MI Detroit, MI Midland, MI Tim Hunnicutt Robert C. Metcalf Vera Wiltse, Michigan Barn Preservation Ilene and Michael Schechter Dewitt, MI Ann Arbor, MI Network East Lansing, MI Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum Michigan History Magazine Coleman, MI Judy Churchill Marjorie Schultz Patricia Majher Susan Cee Wineberg Mackinaw City, MI Birmingham, MI Lansing, MI Ann Arbor, MI Ideal Video Transfer Dawn F. Schumann Michigan Science Center Jim Winter-Troutwine Mary Palmer Douglas, MI Detroit, MI Grand Rapids, MI Northville, MI Michigan State University Museum Grace Shackman Jeannette Woodard J & B Development Company, LLC East Lansing, MI Ann Arbor, MI Bryan Brincat Jackson, MI Michiganology - Archives of Michigan/ Carol Skillings Farmington, MI DNRE Lansing, MI E. Gabriel Works and Jackson Journeys LLC Mark Harvey Slows Bar BQ John O’Connor Caleb Christoff Lansing, MI Ron Cooley Grand Rapids, MI Jackson, MI Midtown Bakery & Café Detroit, MI Yellow Door Art Market Emily Jarvi Marybeth Kurtz Michelle Smay Laura Eckert Lansing, MI Negaunee, MI Ann Arbor, MI Berkley, MI

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