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Landmarks Commission
Monday, Jul 14, 2025
7:00 PM until concluded
City Council Chambers
Established in 1975, the mission of the Landmarks Commission is “To protect improvements and areas which represent the City's cultural, social, economic, political and architectural history; safeguard the City's historic, aesthetic and cultural heritage; and promote the use of landmarks and historic districts for the education, pleasure and welfare of the people.” [SMMC Chapter 9.56]
- Designate landmarks, structures of merit, and advise on potential historic districts
- Conduct evaluations of applications for designation of historic resources
- Regulate and control the alteration of any landmark
- Maintain a current listing and description of designated historic resources
- Provide for a suitable, sign, plaque or other marker indicating the designation
- Participate in environmental review procedures