agenda lake city heritage preservation commission meeting

AgendaLake City Heritage Preservation Commission

MeetingJuly 10, 2019

2nd Floor Conference Room 5:00 PM

1. Call to Order/Introductions/Disclose conflicts

2. Review and adopt/amend agenda

3. Meeting Minutes

a. Review and Approve May Meeting Minutes

4. New Business

a. Review (3) Site Alteration Permits for Patton Parkb. Review Preliminary Layout and Conceptual Design for new Patton Park Bandstand

5. Old Business

a. Jewel Brostrom Mounds Site Grant Update

6. Adjourn

REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTIONJuly 10, 2019

Agenda Item Description: Review and Approve May Meeting Minutes

Originating Department: Planning

Board/Commission/Committee Action: Consent Agenda?:

Action Requested:Review and approve the attached minutes from the May 8, 2019, meeting.

Budgetary/Fiscal Impact:n/a

Reviewed By: Planning

Preparer: Megan Smith, Planning and Community Development Director

ATTACHMENTS:DescriptionHeritage Preservation Commission Minutes - May 8, 2019 Draft

Minutes submitted by Megan Smith

HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2019

2ND FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM AT CITY HALL

MEETING MINUTES

Commissioners Present: Lois Borner, Katie Himanga, Don Schwartz, Jean Matheny, Wayne

Quist

Commissioners Absent: Melissa Payne

Others Present: Megan Smith, Planning and Community Development Director, Jason DeVinny, City Council Liaison

The meeting was called to order by Himanga at 5:06 PM with a quorum present. REVIEW AND ADOPT AGENDA MOTION BY BORNER TO ADOPT THE AGENDA AS AMENDED, SECONDED BY SCHWARTZ. ALL AYES. APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 13, 2019, MEETING MINUTES A MOTION WAS MADE BY QUIST TO APPROVE THE FEBRUARY MEETING MINUTES, SECOND BY BORNER. ALL AYES. REVIEW AND SELECT GRANT CONSULTANT Smith provided the Commission with the two proposals the City had received to do the work related to developing a national register property evaluation for the Jewel Bostrom Site in Lake City. The first proposal from the 106 Group was reviewed. Strong components of this proposal include the firm’s broad nation-wide presence, demonstrated knowledge of where to go to look for background and data related to the site, access to LiDAR, and a competitive fee of $8,950. The second proposal reviewed was from Blondo consulting. Strong components of this proposal were that it was evident that Mr. Blondo had done some initial site investigation work to prepare the proposal, that the firm was small but had quite a bit of relevant experience in Minnesota, and that the firm clearly had a passion for archeology and early settlement in Minnesota, as well as culture storytelling, for a fee of $9,500. After comparing both proposals, and finding more similarities than dissimilarities, the general preference of the group favored Blondo Consulting, and staff saw benefits to working with a smaller firm that may have a better understanding of the capacities of local HPC’s in outstate Minnesota; also that the principle of the firm would be our project consultant.

Minutes submitted by Megan Smith

A MOTION WAS MADE BY QUIST TO HIRE BLONDO CONSULTING TO DEVELOP A NATIONAL REGISTER PROPERTY EVALUATION FOR THE JEWEL BROSTROM SITE, IF THE CITY IS AWARDED THE GRANT, SECONDED BY BORNER. ALL AYES. HERITAGE PRESERVATION MONTH ACTIVITIES Smith stated that during the month of May, which is National Historic Preservation Month, the Commission typically nominates certificates of merit, awards century home plaques, and has come up with various projects to promote historic preservation. No nominates were made this year for certificates of Merit. Smith state that she had not received any recent interest in the Century Home Plaque Program. SHPO GRANT REQUEST UPDATE Smith informed the Commission that she had submitted a structured grant application to the State Historic Preservation Office, but has not heard back yet if the grant was awarded. MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION Himanga noted there is a vacancy on the Commission. Quist noted that he had recently attended a grant workshop sponsored by the State Historic Preservation Office on the topic of Legacy Grants. ADJOURNMENT MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 6:25 PM BY QUIST, SECONDED BY BORNER. ALL AYES.

______________________________ Katie Himanga, Chairperson


Agenda Item Description: Review (3) Site Alteration Permits forPatton Park



Action Requested:Review and take action on three site alteration permit applications for Patton Park. A staff recommendation islisted below each application summary.

Introduction/ Background/Justification/Key/Legal Issues:The City's Pubic Works Department is proposing making some changes to Patton Park. Attached are threeapplications, which are summarized as follows: Site Alteration Permit Application #1 - Installation of up to four memorial picnic tables in the Park, to beinstalled on concrete bases, in the materials shown in the photos. Please note that the City Council hasenacted a moratorium on all new public memorials. However, the process to install table #1 as shown on themap was initiated prior to the moratorium, so it was determined that this table could continue to proceedthrough HPC review and not be subject to the moratorium and the future new policy on memorials. Theconcrete base for this table has already been poured. The staff recommendation is to approve the picnic table for location #1 but deny additional permanent seatingin the Park and additional benches or table memorials until a memorial policy is in place. The Commissionfinds that Patton Park was not originally designed to be a "picnicing" park, but rather a place that would serveas a respite from the busy, chaotic nature of the downtown. Seating is appropriate in the park, however anabundance of picnic tables, especially permanent ones, is not in keeping with the character of the Park'sPreservation Plan, which requires the City to keep with the original Park design and design elements. Site Alteration Permit Application #2 - This application is requesting removal and relocation of the flagpole in the park. The application is showing the new flag location to be in the area to be impacted by the newGazebo/.Bandstand. Therefore, it is the recommendation of staff to wait to relocate the flag pole until the newBandstand is in place so it doesn't interfere with the new bandstand design.

Site Alteration Permit Application #3 - This application is to replace a old wood box covering a waterpump. The current covering is in need of replacement due to it's deteriorating condition. Staff isrecommending approval of the replacement covering for the water box, and for it to be designed in aninconspicuous manner.

Budgetary/Fiscal Impact:Park improvements are paid for out of the City's Public Works/Park Budget. The cost of memorial tables andbenches are paid for by the donor, however the labor and costs related to site prep and installation are not paidfor by the donor. The City is responsible for maintenance.



ATTACHMENTS:DescriptionPatton Park Site Alteration Permit ApplicationsPatton Park Map of Proposed AlterationsPhotos of Existing FlagpolesPatton Park Preservation Plan

Patton Park and City Hall Flagpoles

Existing Patton Park Flagpole location

Existing City Hall Flagpole

Preservation Plan Page 1

Preservation Plan for Patton Park

A. Overview Purpose: This plan provides guidance for alterations being proposed for Patton Park. The park is designated as a local heritage preservation site in accordance with the powers granted by the City’s Preservation Ordinance [Chapter 153 of the City Code]. This plan should be referred to in the initial stages of planning to determine whether or not the changes being proposed are consistent with the overall historic character and use of the site. This plan is not intended to prohibit changes, but rather serve as a guide to protect and enhance the historic elements of the park, including both its natural landscape and physical elements. Any alteration to Patton Park not detailed in this plan should refer to the objectives the plan for guidance. Once a site is designated as a heritage preservation site, it is protected from alterations which would detract, destroy or diminish the historic integrity of the site. This plan outlines the features of the site which must be protected from alterations. When alterations are proposed, they are subject to the review and approval of the City of Lake City Heritage Preservation Commission. Objectives: The following objectives guide this plan and may be the used as a guide to evaluate alterations being proposed which are not specifically addressed in the plan. 1. Preserve and enhance the historic integrity of Patton Park as a public square

2. Retain the historic orientation and access patterns of the Park

3. Interpret the historic use of the Park through new design elements

4. Encourage creative events and activities based around the Park

5. Ensure the Park is accessible and available to all citizens

B. Preservation Plan: Walkways and Nodes The meandering walkways through the park draw people to the interior of the park, rather than only around the perimeter. This is a unique feature that should be retained.


The entry point off of South High Street is the original entrance to the park, and the stairs create a grand entrance impression that should be retained to preserve a formal entrance to the Park. A sidewalk exists around the entire perimeter of the Park. Three of the four edges have a boulevard separating the sidewalk from the street. The edge along West Center Street does not a have a landscaped boulevard. Opportunities to recreate this section of boulevard should be considered if the street and sidewalk are reconstructed. Trees and Vegetation Large oak trees that once dominated the park have been lost over the years to storm damage and age. Efforts should be made to maintain the health and condition of the existing oak trees which remain in the Park. Additional oak trees should be considered for planting when replacement or new trees are installed. An effort should be made to retain existing, and reintroduce new oak trees into the Park. It is important to reflect the original character of the site by retaining the large, old growth to anchor the Park. Early photos indicate elm trees in the boulevard of Lyon Avenue, although they have been lost over the years. Disease resistant elm trees may be considered for planting in the boulevard as an indication of an original landscape design feature. A stately douglas fir is located near the southeast edge of the Park, and has been one of the Park’s most recognizable trees and should be cared for and maintained. Decorative and flowering or fragrant shrubs would be appropriate along walkway areas. The City should carefully consider the species location and the long term impact the variety with have on the look and feel of the Park as the trees reaches full maturity. Any new or replacement trees should be evaluated for their appropriateness in the terms of location, maturity size, the susceptibility to disease. Donated Trees Donated plants and trees are part of the heritage of the Park. Initially plants, trees and flowers were donated to the City for planting in Patton Park by the Jewell Nursery. Accepting donations may be an appropriate practice for acquiring new plantings for the park, although a more efficient option may be for the City to establish a park donation fund in lieu donated trees. Memorials The City should carefully consider any memorials or dedications placed in the park. The original history of the Park and the history of the Patton Family may be diminished with the addition of other memorials in Patton Park. New memorials being considered for Patton Park may be considered if the memorial does not


conflict with the existing memorials. Memorials shall be evaluated to ensure they will not diminish the history and contributions of the Patton Family as well as the Woman’s Improvement Club’s efforts. Flowers and Plants As evident from early photographs, spirea was one of the early decorative features lining the walkways through the Park and has been a characteristic feature of the park for decades. The spirea should be maintained so that it may reach full bloom each year in late spring. A small flower garden exists near the northwest corner of the Park, which provides color and focal interest. This is a small and well defined area in Patton Park and contributes to its well cared for enjoyable character. The planted urn near the entrance off of High Street is an original decorative feature of the Park that should be preserved. The City recommends continuing the tradition of encouraging the Women’s Club of Lake City to plant annual flowers in the urn, which is done each year to honor of the past presidents of the Women’s Club. Structures, Buildings, Hardscapes Fountain - The fountain is a focal point of the Park and perhaps its most iconic and distinguishing feature. Changes to the fountain should only be undertaken for repairs and maintenance, and should not modernize or alter the size, or function of the fountain. Changes should be sensitive to the original circular design and use of stones to define the circumference of the fountain. Based on photos, it appears that additional stones have been placed around the perimeter of the original circle, likely to add definition and to create a more substantial look. These stones could be considered for removal if deemed appropriate by the Heritage Preservation Commission. The shallow pool of water and light feature at night are appropriate. Bandstand - Sometimes referred to as the pavilion or the gazebo, the bandstand is the principle structure in the Park, and was built to provide a stage for the civic band and performing arts. The structure was rehabilitated in 1990 and has been modified to meet building codes designed to provide safety, including railings around the perimeter, which are not original to the structure. This is the only covered structure in the park and should be preserved. Although its current location is not its original location, it is a characteristic and identifiable feature of the park, and moving or removing the structure is not recommended. The bandstand was designed by C.A. Koch, who was one of the original members of the newly appointed Park Board to oversee the improvements of then Oaklyn Park, as it was then called. Common design elements Mr. Koch favored, and is evident in the bandstand include the use of columns and exposed stone at the foundation, which has since been covered or replaced.


Sign - The inlaid concrete sign that reads “PATTON PARK” should be maintained along South High Street. No additional signage is needed to identify the Park. This is a unique feature of the Park that should be retained. Water Fountain and Pergola – A water fountain was mentioned in Anna Underwood’s writings to the Minnesota Horticultural Society as being one of the first public improvements to the Park. Although its exact location and design are unknown, the fact that a drinking fountain has been available to the public in some capacity is a feature worthy of preservation. The unique pergola with columns similar to the columns on the bandstand creates shade and adds architectural interest to the water fountain area. This feature should be preserved. Patton Memorial Stone – This stone near the northeast corner of the Park tells the story of the Patton family’s role in the Park, and mention of a memorial dates back to the re-naming of the Park as reflected in the City Council minutes from 1948. Some corrosion exists on the plaque which should be cleaned and maintained to ensure its long term viability. Benches, trash receptacles, light poles, utility boxes, etc. – These elements have been placed in the Park over time and future changes should be consistent and compatible with the historic character of the park. Entrance steps – The steps originally led all the way to the street, as opposed to stopping at the sidewalk, and should be maintained. The step end-caps have been removed and should be considered for future restoration. The entrance crossed the boulevard along South High Street and the original walk that lead to the stairway from the street should be considered as a future re-established element.

Alterations:

The City may from time to time seek input, and consult with experts in field’s relative of park and open space design, landscape, who may offer direction on changes to the park. Alterations to Patton Park are subject to a site alteration permit, and review and approval by the City’s Heritage Preservation Commission.


Agenda Item Description: Review Preliminary Layout and ConceptualDesign for new Patton Park Bandstand



Action Requested:No action required.

Introduction/ Background/Justification/Key/Legal Issues:The Heritage Preservation Commission previously denied a site alteration permit to place a new bandshell inPatton Park. The Commission encouraged City to work within the context of the existing Gazebo on a re-design or renovation of the existing structure to make fit the needs of the Bandshell task force. Alterations tothe Park must follow the approved Preservation Plan for Patton Park. The City then commissioned HGA to assist with a pre-design concept. This concept was then presented tothe donor, and a new task force comprised of three members of the HPC, city staff, and three members of theformer bandshell task force. The concept plan was agreed upon, and a full design contract with HGA wasentered into by the City. The City is now in the final design stage, and although their is not a final design yet,staff wanted to get the progress to date, and the concepts discussed thus far, in front of the HPC for review. The first item attached is an overview of how the general design concept was formulated. The secondattachment is two general design concepts that could work in the Park. Option A is the first design that waspreferred by the task force. Option B is an alternative the architect came up with as a response to someconcerns that the circular shape of the terraced stairs is not conducive to larger band performances. Theimpact to the park is larger with Option B. Please note that this attachment is difficult to see in a printedformat, and the lines show up better when viewing it digitally. Staff will have a computer available at themeeting if needed, to project the image. Staff is recommending the City continue to proceed with Option A.

Budgetary/Fiscal Impact:The City is covering the cost of the architectural and design contract with HGA. The project cost ofrenovating the Gazebo will be paid for with a donation from Mary Ellen Strum on the behalf of the StevenRitzenthaler Memorial fund.



ATTACHMENTS:DescriptionPatton Park Process and Design OverviewPatton Park Gazebo Design Options

Lake City Patton Park

Gazebo Restoration StudyFebruary 21, 2019

objectives

blank page

IDEAL

objectives

blank page

REALISTIC

THE DESIGN PROCESS

objectives

blank page

SOLUTION

Pre-Design Study

Design

Schematic Design

Design Development

Construction Documents

Construction

park mechanics

“If it’s public buildings are Lake

City’s heart, its various parks are

certainly its soul. Perhaps chief

among these is Patton Park, the

lovely park that holds courts in the

center of the main square.”

-Lake City Context Study

Activity and Prospect

a place for refuge

a public square

serenity

activity

views

expanse

Serenity and Refuge

Park Components

The Overlook

The Ridge

The Fountain Basin

The Stone

Outcropping

705’

Topography (Plan)

700’

703’

VIEWING

AREA

PARK

ACCESS

GAZEBO

ACCESS

PARK

ACCESS

PARK

ACCESS

PARK

ACCESSAccess & ViewingN N N

Shading

Topography (Section)

The Overlook

The Stone OutcroppingThe Fountain Basin

Original Intent?The language of C.A. Koch

19th Century Understanding of Gazebo / Bandstand:

• Freestanding or attached to a garden wall; open on all sides

• Provide shade, shelter, ornamental features in landscape

• A place to rest

• The type is related to pavilions, kiosks, follies, and belvederes

• Possibly inspired by tent-like structures

tent-like roof

ionic capitals, fluted columns

slender proportions

(Greek revival)

open on all sides

c. 1910

c. 1910

c. 1947

1904 Description of Intent

“…is to be erected a band stand and a place of shelter in case of rain. The

stand could also be used for public addresses and open air meetings.”

- Lake City Newspaper, April 20, 1904

“The whole town can now point with pride to “our” band stand, and when

the many electric lights are turned on it is very attractive, and the “boys”

when playing are inspired to do their best. The plan was drawn by one of the

members of the park board. The floor is about five feet from the ground,

which prevents its free use by the many children. There are portable steps

for the band.”

- Mrs. Anna Underwood

1910 Description of Intent

Transformation

c. 1970?

c. 2006

c. 2017

Iconic

Roof Shape

(original)

Old Growth

Columns

(original)

Brick Base

(not original)

Guard Rail

(not original)

Accessibility

705’-6”

703’-0”

The floor is about five feet from the ground,

which prevents its free use by the many children.

There are portable steps for the band.”

- Mrs. Anna Underwood

705’-6”

703’-0”

Existing Conditions

Existing Conditions

lower gazebo floor to grade:

- gazebo is accessible

- demo outcropping or move gazebo

- lesson verticality & visibility of gazebo

raise grade to gazebo floor:

- gazebo is accessible

- verticality & visibility of gazebo is preserved

- new stairs provide a subtle expansion

Option 1 Option 2

The Subtle Power of Topography

705’-6”

703’-0”

705’-6”703’-0”

The Overlook

The Stone OutcroppingThe Fountain Basin

Multi-use Expansion

Merging Structure & Landscape

…A Subtle Expansion

…An Opportunity For Use

existing

proposed

Lake City Patton Park Gazebo Site Option Study

Option B:

Option A:Site Stairs radiate towards the South from Gazebo base - could be either semi-circular or semi-octagonal in shape

Site options based on site approximation only while awaiting Survey from City

Site Stairs shown with 30" treads

Approximation of area of disturbance shown hatched

Simplified stair design and less site disturbance may equate to lower costs

Site Stairs radiate towards the South from Gazebo base with added concave wings - could be either semi-circular or semi-octagonal in shape

Site Stairs at side wings are shown with 48" treads

Approximation of area of disturbance shown hatched

More complex stair design and more site disturbance may equate to higher costs

06.21.19


Agenda Item Description: Jewel Brostrom Mounds Site Grant Update



Action Requested:No action required. Informational item.

Introduction/ Background/Justification/Key/Legal Issues:The was recently notified that it was awarded the $9,000 grant that was applied for to complete a nationalregister property evaluation on the Jewel Brostrom Mound Site. The City will sign the grant agreement(attached) with the State Historic Preservation Office and commit to the terms of the agreement, includinggrant reporting and follow up after the project is complete. The City will simultaneously enter into an agreement with Blondo Consulting, for the services listed in theattached proposal (attached).

Budgetary/Fiscal Impact:The grant award of $9,000 covers nearly all of the contract amount with Steven Blondo. The City willcontribute up to $1,000 for costs that exceed the grant amount.



ATTACHMENTS:DescriptionGrant Agreement with the State Historical SocietyProposal and Contract from Blondo Consulting

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April 3, 2019

Ms. Megan SmithPlanning and Community Development DirectorCity of Lake City205 West Center StreetLake City, MN 55041

RE: Scope of Work and Fee Proposal: Preparation of a National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) Property Evaluation for the Jewel-Brostrom Site (21WB0001), Lake City, Wabasha County, Minnesota.

Dear Megan,

In response to your request, Blondo Consulting, LLC (Blondo Consulting) has prepared the following Scope of Work and Fee Proposal for the Preparation of a National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) Property Evaluation for the Jewel-Brostrom Site (21WB0001), Lake City, Wabasha County, Minnesota. The Jewel-Brostrom Site, recorded as 21WB0001, was first identified by T.H. Lewis and reported by Newton Winchell in his 1911 publication, The Aborigines of Minnesota. Winchell recorded ten mounds located along an upper terrace overlooking a lower terrace.

In 1955, Lloyd Wilford, archaeologist with the University of Minnesota, reported the mound group. According to the state site form at the Office of the State Archaeologist, Wilford excavated two mounds (3 and 10). A note on the form states that additionally, mounds 3, 6, and 9 had been excavated. Additional recorded information suggests that the University held “skeletons” in 1971 when the form was completed and/or updated.

In 1984, then State Archaeologist, Christy Hohman Caine and Les Peterson of the Minnesota Trunk Highway Archaeological Survey completed a map of the site. The map shows a general location for the mound group and number of mounds identified at the time. No further work (including excavation) was completed in 1984.

In 2003, Christina Harrison reported on work completed in 1999 within and near the site boundary. The work was completed as part of the proposed Mississippi Jewel project. Intensive surface survey was completed as part of Phase I and Phase II investigations. Harrison recorded a habitation component to the existing mound site. The collected artifact assemblage suggested a

Late Prehistoric/Oneota connection. In her report, she stated “although the site, as a whole, still appears to be eligible for the National Register because of its burial and ceremonial aspects, the habitation component has now proven too lacking in integrity and research potential to warrant further study of protection as a ‘contributing’ property”.

The mound component of the Jewel-Brostom Site (21WB0001) is under the protection and management of Minnesota State Statute 307.08 (Private Cemeteries Act). Consultation with the Office of the State Archaeologist (OSA), Minnesota Indian Affairs Council (MIAC), and interested tribes (Prairie Island Community for example) will be required under State Law. Consultation will also help in understanding the potential significance of the site.

As stated in the Request for Proposals, funding under the Legacy Amendment is being sought for the project. Legacy Grant funded projects are typically reviewed by the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) pursuant to responsibilities under the Minnesota Historic Sites Act, the Minnesota Field Archaeology Act, and on behalf of the Minnesota Historical Society who administers Legacy Grant funding. The purpose of the survey is to learn whether site 21WB0001 retains sufficient integrity and historical significance for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.

Review of cultural resource studies may be done at the local level or at the state level by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and the Office of the State Archaeologist (OSA), or in the case of tribal involvement (for example within reservation boundaries), a Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO). Projects involving mounds and burials are reviewed under the OSA and the Minnesota Indian Affairs Council (MIAC). All of these offices and agencies require that surveys be conducted by a qualified professional who meets the Secretary of the Interior’s qualifications as outlined in 36CFR800, and also outline standards and guidelines for conducting work in the state.

Blondo Consulting will meet or exceed these standards, requirements and guidelines for this project. Blondo Consulting has completed a number of projects within and adjacent to the proposed project area. Over the past 10 years, work has been successfully completed within Lake City and adjacent areas. Blondo Consulting is familiar with the sensitivity of mounds and burial resources and has worked closely with tribal communities including the Prairie Island Community on similar projects. All of Blondo Consulting staff hold current Minnesota State Archaeological Licensure. Project staff, listed below, include Mr. Steven J. Blondo, MA, Ms. Kelly Wolf, MA, RPA, and Ms. Lindsey Reiners, MS, RPA.

Mr. Steven J. Blondo, MA holds a Master’s Degree in Anthropology (Cultural Heritage Studies) from the University of Minnesota. He meets Secretary of the Interior’s Qualifications Standards and has been assisting clients with compliance related Cultural Resource work for nearly 20 years. He has established outstanding relationships with the Minnesota SHPO, OSA, MIAC, and many tribal offices. He has completed small to large and complex projects in the state and coordinated client compliance repeatedly. He has conducted numerous archaeological investigations related to prehistoric and historic period sites (including burials), and evaluated history architectural properties across the state.

Ms. Kelly Wolf, MA, RPA holds a Master’s Degree in Anthropology (Cultural Heritage Studies) from the University of Minnesota with and emphasis on historic archaeology. She has completed numerous projects ranging from detailed primary source based research to field identification and evaluation. She meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Qualifications Standards, and is a registered professional archaeologist.

Ms. Lindsey Reiners, MS, RPA holds a Master’s Degree in Archaeology from St. Cloud State University with an emphasis on prehistoric archaeology. She has a broad range of experience in the region, completing large and complex Section 106 projects in Minnesota, North and South Dakota. She meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Qualifications Standards, and is also a registered professional archaeologist.

Project Understanding and Proposed Scope of WorkAs explained in the Request for Proposals, the City of Lake City Minnesota’s Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) is applying for a structured grant to complete an evaluation of the city owned 21WB0001 site. The process for a National Register of Historic Places property evaluation is described in the Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Grants Manual Guidelines for Historic Preservation Projects. In order for a site to be eligible or listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it must contain historic significance and retain a certain amount of integrity. The following scope of work contains a process which will assist in determining both significance and integrity.

NRHP Evaluation of the Jewel-Brostrom Site (21WB0001)Historical research will be supplemented with ethnographical data to explain and define the significance of the mound group to past and current cultures. Site visits will help to document elements which may help with evaluation. Photographs will be taken and maps drawn during these visits. Additional research will be conducted onsite and online. Development of significance within a context of similar sites will be based on MN SHPO Guidelines, Earthworks Multiple Property Documentation Form, and the Minnesota Woodland Period Historic Context.

Complete evaluation of the site will be completed following National Register guidelines as outlined in the National Register Bulletins “How to Complete the National Register Registration Form”, “National Register Photo Policy Factsheet” and SHPO requirements. As mentioned above, for an archaeological or cultural site to be considered important within a cultural resource management framework they must meet a level of significance and retain historic integrity for National Register of Historic Places listing. To be listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a property must be at least 50 years old and meet one or more of four broad criteria:

Criterion A: Sites that are associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history.Criterion B: Sites that are associated with the lives of persons significant in our past.Criterion C: Sites that embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction or that represent the work of a master, or that possess high artistic values, or that represent a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction.Criterion D: Sites that have yielded or may be likely to yield information important in prehistory or history.

Once a site has been shown to be significant under one or more of the four above listed criteria, it must then be shown to be able to convey that significance. This is what the National Register means by integrity. There are seven aspects of integrity: location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association. Background research will assist in determining historical significance of the site. Integrity will be determined through the site visit.

This task will also include consultation with the Prairie Island Community, MN SHPO, OSA, and MIAC. It is understood that listing a property on the NRHP is a lengthy process and that completion of the evaluation (the current project), (if determined eligible) will be used to complete a National Register of Historic Places listing. No field excavations will be completed under the current proposal.

Cost Estimate…………………$9,500.00

A signed and returned copy of this proposal will serve as our authorization to proceed. Fees estimated in this proposal are based on our assumptions that you will authorize this work by June 3, 2019. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments regarding this proposal.

Sincerely,

Steven J. Blondo MABlondo Consulting, LLC

ResumesGeneral Conditions

STEVEN J. BLONDO, MA

Blondo Consulting, LLC

In the field of cultural resource management, Mr. Blondo has over twenty years of experience as a field archaeologist and research historian for various consulting firms throughout the United States. In that capacity, he has located, excavated and interpreted historic and prehistoric sites, researched site history, authored a wide variety of reports and has curated numerous artifact collections. Teaming with tribal liaisons, he has incorporated Native American concerns and interests in the planning process. In the capacity of research historian he has been involved with both historic background research and property specific research at facilities including the National Archives and Records Administration, the Library of Congress and the National Anthropological Archives as well as numerous state and local historical societies, county courthouses, archives, and libraries. He meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards for History, Archaeology, and Architectural History.

Education2008 M.A., Anthropology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota1998 B.A., Anthropology, Moorhead State University, Moorhead, Minnesota

Professional Memberships and LicensingSociety for American ArchaeologyCouncil For Minnesota ArchaeologyMinnesota Archaeological SocietyMinnesota Historical SocietyMoose Lake Area Historical SocietyMinnesota Annual Archaeological Survey License – 2008 to presentNorth Dakota Permit – 2008 to presentArchaeologist Qualified to Excavate Burials under Wisconsin Burial Sites and Preservation Law and Administrative Rules - 2010-present

Professional Cultural Resource Work History2009-present Blondo Consulting, LLCOwner/Principal Investigator

2009-1998 Various Other Cultural Resource Firms Across the United StatesArchaeologist

Select Professional Cultural Resource ExperienceBartlett Mound Group Investigations, Hennepin County, Minnesota, Archaeological investigations following geophysical studies within authenticated mound group prior to private home renovation. Testing completed in accordance with MIAC and OSA requirements.

City of Afton Improvement Project, Washington County, Minnesota, Cultural Resource Studies (including Evaluation of and Determination of Effects) for proposed stormwater and city sewer project. Project involved work in and around snake effigy mound and larger mapped mound group. Tribal consultation resulted in successful completion of project.

LaPointe Exchange Fiber Optic Project, Madeline Island, Ashland County, Wisconsin, Archaeological Investigations of proposed fiber optic route. Worked with Bad River Ojibwe Tribal Monitor to insure protection of cemeteries and burial areas.

Renville County Parks Department, Renville County, Minnesota, Archaeological Investigations of proposed county park expansion and improvements at site located within three miles of Birch Coulee Site.

City of Shakopee Electric Line Replacement at the Landing, Shakopee, Scott County, Minnesota, Archaeological Investigation within recorded mound group.

Archaeological Review of the Gale Cabin and Whale Tail Island, Whale Tail Lake, Hennepin County, Minnesota, Historic Site Context and Archaeological Site Survey.

Electric Transmission Line Upgrades, Three Rivers District – The Landing, Shakopee, Scott County, Minnesota, Principal Investigator for archaeological survey within recorded prehistoric mound.

Fires of 1918 Historic Context Development and Preliminary Property Survey, Moose Lake Area Historical Society and Fires of 1918 Museum, Carlton, Aitkin, and Pine Counties, Minnesota, Principal Investigator for context development and preliminary reconnaissance survey.

Gibbs Farm Archaeological Study, Ramsey County Historical Society, Ramsey County, Minnesota, Principal Investigator for Phase I Archaeological Survey of portions of Gibbs Farm.

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Telephone Authority’s Fiber Optic Construction Project, Eagle Butte, Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Reservation, Dewey and Ziebach Counties, South Dakota, Principal Investigator for archaeological and historic properties survey.

Pond Dakota Mission Prairie Restoration Project, City of Bloomington, Bloomington, Minnesota, Principal Investigator for Phase I Archaeological Survey and Compilation of Previous Site Work.

Phase I Investigations at the Folsom House, Taylors Falls, Minnesota. Assisted in limited archaeological testing (with 10,000 Lakes Archaeology) at historic house owned by the Minnesota Historical Society.

U.S. Route 322 Bypass, Philipsburg, Centre County, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PENNDOT), District 2-0, Assisted in Phase III Data Recovery efforts and creation of a public outreach updatable website for a nineteenth-century historic tannery.

Woodrow Wilson Bridge Replacement and I-95 Improvements near Freedmen’s Cemetery. Survey during highway construction. Alexandria, Virginia. VDOT. Phase I and II Archaeological Survey and Investigation.

Cathedral Cemetery, Wilmington, Delaware. Wilmington Hospital. Phase III Archaeological Data Recovery and Burial Exhumation.

Historic Survey of Fargo, North Dakota and Moorhead, Minnesota. Cass/Clay Historical Society. Survey of Historic Town Locations.

Grant Successes and Research InterestsMoose Lake State Hospital Oral History Project - research project funded by Minnesota Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Wrote $7,000 grant and currently completing project (2012).

Moose Lake/Kettle River 1918 Fire Context and Survey – research project funded by Minnesota Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Wrote $7,000 grant and completed project (2010).

Minnesota History Bookshelf –project funded by Minnesota Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Wrote $2,214 grant to add 43 standard Minnesota history titles to Moose Lake Public Library and broaden public accessibility (2010).

Exhibit Upgrade Grant – project funded by Lake Country Power’s Operation Round Up Grant Program. Wrote $1,000 grant for assistance with Moose Lake Area Historical Society’s Fires of 1918 Museum exhibit upgrades (2010).

Identification and Recordation of the Pond Dakota Mission Cemetery – Bloomington, Minnesota. (2009-present).

Local Southwest Carlton County History – (ongoing).

A History of the Park Mansion Resort and Camp Indiandale Boy Scout Camp, Berks County, Pennsylvania – (in process).

Civilian Conservation Camps in the Black Hills, South Dakota – research on local connections from the Aberdeen, South Dakota area (ongoing).

A History of the Blondo/Blando Family – history and genealogy (ongoing).

University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology Archives Photographic Collection Digitization Project, assisted with research and digitization of historic photographs (including many images of nineteenth-century Dakota Treaty Delegations to Washington, DC), management of a large database and the creation of a website incorporating the collection (2000-2001).

Training, Certifications, and Conferencese-Railsafe Railroad Safety Training Course, online and Superior, Wisconsin, 2012.“Successful Grant Projects in the New Biennium”, Duluth, Minnesota, 2011“Stronger Applications for Minnesota Historical and Cultural Grants”, Pine City, 2010“Getting Renewables Projects Built” Webinar, Minnesota, 2009USACE Small Business Program, Minnesota, 2008Nebraska Wind Energy Conference, Kearney, Nebraska, 2008E3-2008 Energy Conference, St. Paul, Minnesota, 2008PSMJ Resources, Inc. Project Management Bootcamp Training, Minnesota, 2008State Historic Preservation Office Review and Compliance Seminar, Minnesota, 2008Council For Minnesota Archaeology Research Symposium, Minnesota, 2007, 2009, 2011National Preservation Trust Conference, St. Paul, Minnesota, 2007Preserve Minnesota Statewide Workshop, St. Paul, Minnesota, 2007American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and Defibrillator Training, 2007-2008

Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Section 106 Training, St. Paul, 2007Minnesota Statewide Historic Preservation Workshop, St. Paul, 2007Minnesota Historical Society Repository Training, St. Paul, 2006, 2007Cooperative Stewardship Workshop, Red Wing, 2006

Amtrak Safety Certification, 2000Mid-Atlantic Archaeological Conference, Delaware, 2000

Volunteer ExperienceCarlton County Historical Society, Elected to Board of Directors in 2010. Elected Vice President in 2011.

Archaeological Collections Exhibit, Fires of 1918 Museum History Center, Moose Lake, Minnesota, 2010.

City of Moose Lake, Grant consultant for proposed rural convention center development, Moose Lake, Minnesota, 2010.

Moose Lake Area Historical Society, Grant writer and exhibit committee member, Moose Lake, Minnesota, 2010.

Mill City Ruins Park Archaeological Excavations, Community based public outreach archaeological project, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2006.

Elliot Park Neighborhood Archaeology Program, Community based public outreach archaeological project, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2006.

97th Annual Meeting of the American Anthropological Association, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2000.

Sieh Site Exhibit, Brown County, South Dakota. Dacotah Prairie Museum, Aberdeen, South Dakota. Research and Design of Sieh Site Exhibit.

Select PresentationsThe Legend of Dead Man’s Corner – The People, Places, and Events of October 12, 1918. Presentation at Council for

Minnesota Archaeology’s 2011 “Farmsteads, Factories, Forts and Frontiers” Conference, Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, February 19, 2011.

History on Tap: Cultural Resources and Historic Preservation. Public presentation for Carlton County Historical

Society, Cloquet, Minnesota, July 27, 2010.

Gibbs Farm Public Archaeology Day, Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakotah Life, Ramsey County, Minnesota,

June 2010.

An Archaeological Understanding of the Pond Dakota Mission Park. Public presentation at the Pond Dakota Mission

for Minnesota Archaeology Week, May 16, 2010.

How to Conduct Oral Histories. Presentation to Cloquet Sons of Norway, Cloquet Minnesota, March 2010.

Poster Presentation: a proactive approach to cul-tur-al re-sour-ces AWEA Windpower 2007, Los Angeles, California.

Archaeological Survey in West Central Minnesota. Minnesota Archaeology Week Presentation at the Kandiyohi

County Historical Museum, Willmar, Minnesota, May 8, 2007.

Cultural Resource Laws and Land Development, Brainerd, Minnesota, April 4, 2007.

Select PublicationsBlondo, Steven J. MA. A Cultural Resource Study of the Proposed Anawim Housing

Development, 4465 NE 46th Street, Township 79N, Range 23W, Section 22, Des Moines, Iowa. August 25, 2011.

Blondo, Steven J. MA. Cultural Resources Studies of the Proposed City of Champlin Dam Project, Champlin, Hennepin County, Minnesota. November 8, 2011.

Blondo, Steven J. MA. An Archaeological Investigation of the Proposed City of Shakopee Electric Line Replacement at the Landing, Shakopee, Scott County, Minnesota. September 30, 2011.

Blondo, Steven J. MA. An Archaeological Investigation of the Gale Cabin and Island, Whale Tail Lake, Hennepin County, Minnesota. August 15, 2011.

Blondo, Steven J., MA. Archaeological Survey for Beltrami Electric Cooperative’s Proposed 2010-2011 Construction Work Plan in Beltrami, Cass, and Hubbard Counties, Minnesota. January 4, 2011.

Blondo, Steven J., MA. The Fires of 1918 Historic Context and Reconnaissance Survey of Associated Properties. December 1, 2010.

Blondo, Steven J., MA. An Archaeological Reconnaissance for the Bassett Creek Restoration Project, Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota. November 22, 2010.

Blondo, Steven J. MA. Results of Phase I Archaeological and Cultural Resources Survey for Environmental Assessment of North-East Beltline and US-14 Connection, Owatonna, Steele County, Minnesota. November 15, 2010.

Blondo, Steven, J. MA. Phase I Archaeological Survey of the Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakotah Life (21RA0026) Planning Project, Ramsey County, Minnesota. September 14, 2010.

Pysarsky, Ray P. and Steven J. Blondo, MA. Volume I Cultural Resources Survey: The Results of the Level III Archaeological Survey of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Telephone Authority’s Fiber Optic Construction Project in Eagle Butte on the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Reservation, Dewey and Ziebach Counties, South Dakota. June 26, 2010.

Blondo, Steven J. MA. Volume II Cultural Resources Survey: The Results of the Historic Structures Reconnaissance Survey of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Telephone Authority’s Fiber Optic Construction Project in Eagle Butte on the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Reservation, Dewey and Ziebach Counties, South Dakota. June 26, 2010.

Blondo, Steven J. MA. An Archaeological Investigation of the Proposed Electric Line Replacement at The Landing, Shakopee, Scott County, Minnesota. June 21, 2010.

Blondo, Steven J. MA and Karen B. Supak. Site Detection Survey of 559 Acres on the Ft. Campbell Military Reservation Kentucky-Tennessee. June 2010.

Blondo, Steven, MA. An Archaeological Understanding of the Pond Dakota Mission Site (21HE0244) and Nearby Properties (21HE0228 and 21HE0016). January 11, 2010.

Blondo, Steven, MA. Phase I Archaeological Survey of Proposed Prairie Restoration Areas at

the Gideon Pond Dakota Mission Park (21HE0244), Bloomington, Hennepin County, Minnesota. January 11, 2010.

Blondo, Steven, MA. A Cultural Resources Survey of Four Deficient Bridge Structures in Anoka County, Minnesota. November 24, 2009.

Blondo, Steven. The Road to Compliance: Bumpy But Not Blocked in North American Windpower, Volume 6

Number 4, May 2009.

Blondo, Steven, MA, and Karen Supak. Archaeological Site Detection Survey of ca. 1,375-Acres within the Old Clarksville Base, Fort Campbell Military Installation, Montgomery County, Tennessee. March 13, 2009.

Grohnke, Ryan P., Steven J. Blondo, Anne E. Anderson, and Amanda Gronhovd, MA, RPA. Final Class III/Level III

Cultural Resource Report for the Proposed Tatanka Wind Farm Project. March 25, 2008.

Blondo, Steven. A Proactive Approach to Cultural Resources in North American Windpower, Volume 4, Number 5,

June 2007.

KELLY WOLF, MA, RPA

Blondo Consulting, LLC

In the field of cultural resource management, Ms. Wolf has almost ten years of experience as a field archaeologist and research historian for various consulting firms throughout the Midwest. In that capacity, she has located, excavated and interpreted historic and prehistoric sites, researched site history, authored a wide variety of reports and has curated numerous artifact collections. In the capacity of research historian she has been involved with both historic background research and property specific research at facilities including numerous state and local historical societies, county courthouses, archives, and libraries in Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and the Dakotas. She meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards for History, Archaeology, and Architectural History.

Education2016 M.A., Anthropology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota2010 B.A., Anthropology, Hamline University, Saint Paul, Minnesota

Professional Cultural Resource Work History2014-present Blondo Consulting, LLC

Archaeologist

2013-2008 Various Other Cultural Resources Firms and Organizations Across the MidwestArchaeologist

Select Professional Cultural Resource ExperienceIsanti County, Minnesota Becklin Homestead Park and Wildlife Management Area extension, Principal Investigator for Cultural Resources Investigations and Evaluations for 8 acres of acquisition land for Isanti County.

Arcola Mills Foundation, Project Supervisor for a Historic Assessment of the cabins at Arcola Mills, Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota.

The City of Afton Flood Protection and Sanitary Sewer Improvements, Project Supervisor for Cultural Resources Investigations and Evaluations for the addition of city sewer, road reconstruction, and stormwater pond construction within the city of Afton, Washington County, Minnesota.

City of Lino Lakes Lake Drive Trunk Water Main Extension, Project Supervisor for Cultural Resources Investigations and Evaluations for the extension of an existing water main and the addition of gate valves and hydrants along approximately 1.57 linear miles in Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota.

Swede Hollow Archaeology Project, Project Supervisor for Cultural Resources Investigations and Evaluations for thesis work in Swede Hollow Park, Ramsey County, Minnesota including a public archaeology excavation.

Grant SuccessesRiaz Malik Research Grant from the Council for Minnesota Archaeology, 2015- Awarded in support of thesis research in Swede Hollow Park, completed in 2016

Collaborative Research Grant, 2007- Awarded in support of undergraduate research in Aniakchak, Alaska. Collaborated with Brian Hoffman and David Tennessen. Findings were presented at the National Conference of Undergraduate Research

Recent Presentations“Did you Find My Grandma’s Tupperware?” and Other Common Questions in Developing a Public Archaeology Project. Poster presented with Stefanie Kowalczyk at the 11th Annual Midwest Historical Archaeology Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, October 9-10, 2015.

Geolocating Swede Hollow: An Urban Archaeology Investigation. Presentation at the University of Minnesota Spatial Forum, Minneapolis, November 20, 2015.

Select PublicationsWolf, Kelly

2016 Swede Hollow Archaeology Project: An Examination of the History, Lifeways, and Sanitation of Swede Hollow in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Masters thesis, Department of Anthropology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis.

Blondo, Steven J. MA, Kelly Wolf, and Laura KoskiA Phase II Archaeological Assessment for City of Afton Flood Protection and Sanitary Sewer Improvements Afton, Washington County, Minnesota. April 29, 2016.

Blondo, Steven J. MA, and Kelly WolfA Cultural Resource Assessment of the Proposed City of Lino Lakes Lake Drive Trunk Water Main Extension, Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota 55014, Township 31N, Range 22W, Sections 20 & 21. January 21, 2016.

Wolf, Kelly, Steven Blondo MA, and Laura KostkiPhase I Archaeological Reconnaissance of the Proposed Becklin Homestead Park/Wildlife Management Area Extension, Isanti County, Minnesota. October 26, 2015.

Blondo, Steven J. MA, and Kelly WolfA Class III Cultural Resource Inventory of the Proposed BNSF Glasgow Subdivision Double Track, Williston to Snowden Project, Williams County, North Dakota and Roosevelt County, Montana. August 27, 2014.

Blondo, Steven J. MA, Britt McNamara, MA, and Kelly WolfAn Archaeological Assessment of Multiple Red Lake Scattered Water and Septic System Program, U.S. Public Health Service/Indian Health Service in Cooperation with the Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians, Beltrami County, Minnesota. August 2014.

Training, Certifications, and Relevant CoursesMember of the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) since 2016

Kaplan Professional Schools- licensed Real Estate Agent in Minnesota 2012-2015“Old Home Certified” Real Estate Agent through the Preservation Alliance of MN

Minnesota Real Estate Continuing Education

Old Home Certified Designation Course, Preservation Alliance of Minnesota, Summer

2014 History of the American Home Part I, Hollis Willeford and Jim Luger, Winter 2014

Lindsey Reiners, MS, RPABlondo Consulting, LLC

Education Background

2015 Masters of Science in Cultural Resource Management Archaeology Saint Cloud State University (SCSU), Saint Cloud, Minnesota

2006 Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and History Kansas State University (KSU), Manhattan, Kansas

Professional Cultural Resource Work History2017-present Blondo Consulting, LLC

Archaeologist/Principal Investigator

2017-2005 Various Other Cultural Resource Firms throughout the Plains, (Minnesota, Montana, North and South Dakota, Oklahoma, Texas and Wyoming).Archaeologist

Select Professional Cultural Resource ExperienceFour years of experience as a Field Technician, three years of experience as a Field Director and one year experience as Principal Investigator on United States Forest Service (USFS) land and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land.

Three Years of Graduate work in Cultural Resources Management Archaeology, leading to a Masters of Science degree specifically focusing on rocks and minerals within Lake Benton Ceramics and local clay sources from the Prairie Lakes Region of Minnesota.

Author or co-author of 60 technical reports, site records, and one National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) nomination.

One year archaeological lab experience in the KSU archaeology lab processing pre-contact and historic materials as well as three years as a Graduate Research Assistant at the SCSU archaeology lab.

Field School and additional archaeological fieldwork in Nebraska, Kansas, and Minnesota.

Selected Technical Reports2015 Hwy 2 to North Boundary Mainline Project: A Class III Intensive Cultural Resource

Inventory in Roosevelt and Daniels Counties, Montana for BIA

2015 Wolf Point to Frazer Branch Line Project: A Class III Intensive Cultural Resource Inventory in Roosevelt and Valley Counties, Montana for BIA

2014 ND Highway 1804 Road Survey: A Class III Intensive Cultural Resources Inventory in Mountrail County, North Dakota for NDDOT

2014 Fort Union 5-8-17 #1H Well Pad and Access Road: A Class III Intensive Cultural Resource Inventory in Williams County, North Dakota

2013 ND05 Salvage Communications Tower: A Class III Intensive Cultural Resource Inventory in McIntosh County, North Dakota

2013 ND05 Harvest Communications Tower: A Class III Intensive Cultural Resource Inventory in Logan County, North Dakota f

2013 Addendum to Bison 4 Wind Energy Center: A Class III Intensive Cultural Resources Inventory in Mercer and Oliver Counties, North Dakota

2013 SBRRU Federal 24-6H Well Pad and Access Road: A Class III Intensive Cultural Resources Inventory in Harding County, South Dakota

2013 South Pine 42-31 Flowline: A Class III Intensive Cultural Resource Inventory in Wibaux County, Montana

2013 I-29 Material Source Area: A Class III Cultural Resources Inventory in Cass County, North Dakota

2012 FEMA Project #3748 Low Water Crossing: Bridge Survey: A Class III Cultural Resources Inventory in Adams County, North Dakota

2010 Co-Author of National Register of Historic Places Nomination“Kasota Lake Archaeological Site”, April 2010

2005 Oral History Project on Cowles, Nebraska September 2005 - December 2005Interviewed four people about childhood in Cowles, Nebraska

2006 Exhibit Case, Manhattan Public Library, Manhattan, Kansas November 2006 The Kansa Indians: An Archaeological Perspective Exhibit

PresentationsOffice of Sponsored Programs Research Colloquium October 2010

“Analyzing Lake Benton Ceramics"Council for Minnesota Archaeology Symposium February 2011

“Lake Benton Ceramics”Council for Minnesota Archaeology Symposium February 2019

“Archaeology on Coney Island, Waconia, Carver County, Minnesota”

BLONDO CONSULTING, LLCSERVICES AGREEMENT

This Services Agreement ("Agreement") is made as of the 3 day of April, 2019 between Blondo Consulting, LLC (the “Company"), and the City of Lake City, Minnesota (the "Client"). The parties agree as follows:

1. SERVICES. Upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in this Agreement, Blondo Consulting shall provide cultural resources consulting to the Client, the specific scope and nature of which are set forth in the attached Letter Proposal, which is incorporated in to this Agreement by reference (the "Services"). The Client agrees to answer questions and/or supply Blondo Consulting with information and materials that are reasonably necessary or advisable to properly perform the Services. In the event that the scope and/or nature of the Services changes during such time as this Agreement is in effect, with the Client’s approval, Blondo Consulting will undertake the performance of the additional and/or modified Services at Blondo Consulting’s standard hourly rate(s) and this Agreement shall govern such Services, unless the parties agree to alternate terms by separate written agreement signed by them both.

2. PAYMENT. In consideration of the Services, the Client agrees to pay Blondo Consulting according to specific terms set forth in the Letter Proposal. Unless the Letter Proposal states otherwise, Blondo Consulting will prepare and submit to the Client a monthly invoice showing the amounts due under the terms of this Agreement. The Client agrees to pay each invoice within 30 days of receipt. If the Client fails to remit payment in full within 30 days, Blondo Consulting reserves the right to charge interest on the outstanding amount at the rate of no less than 1.25% and no more than the highest, non-usurious rate permitted by law. In addition, upon seven days written notice to the Client, Blondo Consulting may, without liability, suspend services under this Agreement until all invoices have been paid in full. Payments will be credited first to interest and then to principal.

The Client will pay Blondo Consulting on an hourly basis at the applicable rates as set forth in the Letter Proposal. Alternatively, Blondo Consulting may agree to undertake work on a flat-fee basis, and shall pay the portion of the flat-fee due upon the intervals set forth in the Letter Proposal. In addition to the payment of fees for services, the Client agrees to reimburse Blondo Consulting for all non-ordinary, out-of-pocket expenses incurred by Blondo Consulting or its affiliates in connection with the Services rendered by them hereunder, provided, however, that the non-ordinary, out-of-pocket expenses are pre-approved by the Client before Blondo Consulting incurs them.

3. TERMINATION AND SUSPENSION. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon providing written notice to the other party of that party’s default under this Agreement and the breaching party’s failure to cure such default within 30 days of such notice. Blondo Consulting may, without liability, terminate this Agreement upon seven days written notice if (a) Blondo Consulting, in its reasonable discretion, believes that the Client has requested Blondo Consulting to furnish or perform services contrary to Blondo Consulting’s responsibilities as a licensed professional or (b) the Services are delayed or suspended for more than 90 days for

reasons beyond Blondo Consulting’s control. The Client may terminate this Agreement for convenience, upon 30 days written notice to Blondo Consulting.

The parties acknowledge that the Services required by this Agreement do not include any services related to a Hazardous Environmental Condition, which includes the presence of asbestos, PCB’s, petroleum, hazardous substances or waste, and radioactive materials. If a Hazardous Environmental Condition becomes present at the work site where the Services are to be performed, Blondo Consulting may, without liability, suspend performance of the Services on the portion of the project affected thereby until Client: (i) retains appropriate specialist consultants or contractors to identify and, as appropriate, abate, remediate, or remove the Hazardous Environmental Condition; and (ii) warrants that the Site is in full compliance with applicable Laws and Regulations.

4. CONFIDENTIALITY. Each party acknowledges that in connection with this Agreement it may receive confidential or proprietary information of the other party. Each party shall hold such confidential or proprietary information in strict confidence and shall not disclose it to any third party other than as expressly authorized by the disclosing party or as required to perform its obligations under this Agreement. Information in the public domain through no fault of the receiving party shall not be considered confidential for purposes of this Agreement. The parties expressly acknowledge and agree that Blondo Consulting may disclose and otherwise promote the fact of Blondo Consulting’s relationship with the Client and information about the nature of the Services performed under this Agreement.

5. NON-SOLICITATION. During the term of this Agreement and for a period of one (1) years thereafter, Client shall not hire or otherwise solicit the services of any subcontractor of Blondo Consulting, without Blondo Consulting’s express prior written consent. In the event that Client wishes to engage the services of such subcontractor while this restrictive covenant is in effect, Client may do so by contacting Blondo Consulting and negotiating a buyout of the subcontractor’s services from Blondo Consulting.

6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY. Materials that contain the Client’s data that Blondo Consulting has obtained or generated as part of the Services shall be the Client’s exclusive property. Proprietary processes and constructs developed or created by Blondo Consulting in connection with the Services, including design documents prepared for the Client or furnished to the Client by Blondo Consulting, shall be Blondo Consulting’s exclusive property. Blondo Consulting hereby grants the Client an unlimited and perpetual license to use such proprietary processes and constructs.

7. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES. Blondo Consulting shall use the standard of care and skill ordinarily used by members of the professional archaeological and related services industry practicing under similar circumstances at the same time and in the same locality as the Services subject to this Agreement. Other than as expressly represented in this Agreement, Blondo Consulting makes no warranties and explicitly disclaims warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, under this Agreement or otherwise, in connection with the Services. Client grants to Blondo Consulting, and, if the project site is not owned by Client, warrants that permission has been granted for, a right of entry from time to time by Blondo

Consulting, its employees, agents and subcontractors, upon the project site for the purpose of providing the Services.

8. LIABILITY. Blondo Consulting is not liable for any cost, damage, expense, or loss of Client or any other person or entity arising or resulting, directly or indirectly, from the failure of Blondo Consulting to perform any of the Services described hereunder or the misperformance of any such Services, except to the extent such failure to perform or such misperformance is the result of Blondo Consulting’s willful misconduct or gross negligence, in which event Blondo Consulting’s liability shall not exceed its fee for such Services hereunder for the period in question.

9. INDEMNIFICATION. Each party agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other party from any and all damages, liabilities, costs, losses, or expenses arising out of any claim, demand, or action by a third party arising out of any breach of the indemnifying party’s responsibilities, obligations, representations or warranties under this Agreement. Client specifically acknowledges that the use of investigative equipment and practices may unavoidably alter the existing site conditions and affect the environment in the area being studied, despite, the use of reasonable care and, Client shall indemnify and hold Blondo Consulting harmless from claims of any kind and nature related to the alteration of the project site by Blondo Consulting during the provisions of the Services. Each party hereby waives against the other party, including that party’s employees, officers, directors, agents, insurers, partners, and consultants, any and all claims for entitled to special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages arising out of, resulting from, or in any way related to the Project. Blondo Consulting’s total liability to client under this Agreement shall be limited to the total amount of compensation received by Blondo Consulting under this Agreement.

10. RELATIONSHIP. Blondo Consulting is an independent contractor of the Client. This Agreement does not create an employment, agency, partnership, or joint venture relationship as between the parties. In performing the Services set forth in this Agreement, Blondo Consulting will have neither express nor implied power to execute agreements on the Client’s behalf or in any manner bind the Client as to any matter not within the scope of this Agreement.

11. EXCLUSIVITY. The parties expressly acknowledge that this Agreement does not create an exclusive relationship between the parties. The Client is free to engage, and Blondo Consulting is free to offer and to perform, services of the same or similar nature to the Services under this Agreement.

12. NOTICES. All notices provided for in this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given if delivered personally, via email, facsimile, or US mail return receipt requested and postage prepaid. Any party may change the address to which notices hereunder are to be sent to it by giving written notice of such change of address in the manner herein provided for giving notice. Any notice delivered personally, via email or facsimile shall be deemed to have been given on the date it is so delivered, and any notice delivered by US mail shall be deemed to have been duly given three business days after it is sent to the intended recipient at the address set forth above.

13. APPLICABLE LAW. This agreement shall be construed in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota without regard to the conflict of law provisions thereof.

14. MISCELLANEOUS. (a) No Waiver. A failure of any party to insist in any instance upon the strict and punctual performance of any provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a continuing waiver of such provision. (b) Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is deemed invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall be unaffected thereby and shall remain binding and in full force and effect. (c) Amendment. This Agreement may be amended or modified only by a written instrument signed by each of the parties hereto. (d) Survival. All rights and obligations of the parties to this Agreement, other than the obligation to perform and/or purchase Services, shall survive expiration or termination of this Agreement. (e) Assignment. The Client may not assign, encumber, or transfer its rights or obligations under this Agreement without Blondo Consulting’s written consent. (f) Force Majeure. Neither party shall be considered in breach of this Agreement if the party is unable to perform hereunder due to fire, natural disaster, labor dispute, act of God or any other event beyond the party’s control. (g) Captions. The numbering and captions in this Agreement are for convenience and reference only. (h) Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, either or oral or written with respect thereto.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.

City of Lake City, Minnesota BLONDO CONSULTING LLC

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BY:_____________________________ BY: Steven Blondo, President