Citizen's for a Loring Park Community (CLPC) has worked for the past two years to get historic designation for the "Harmon Automobile District". Our original intent was to preserve the Fawkes Block which is home to the Loring Bar and Cafe and many other successful businesses. It is truly one of the last unique and vibrant blocks in downtown i.e. not home to a sports bar. Historic designation will allow us at least a chance to work with property owners to control the future of these buildings. The designation area was broadened to include a number of additional buildings north along Harmon Place that were home to early automobile related businesses. Most of these buildings are in excellent condition and some day could be restored to their original splendor under new ownership. With two major educational institutions in the area the future use of these buildings are endless, and exciting! What we need is for you to call your Council Member and Council Member Lisa McDonald (673-2210 or E-Mail), Chair of Zoning & Planning, to express your support of CLPC's efforts and the MHPC recommendation for a historic district in the Harmon Place area. If you would like to read the entire Historic Designation Study or know more about our efforts please contact myself or staff Jana Metge. Richard Anderson President CLPC
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