1	Mission Hills Historic District Community Meeting
2	Introduction “Fort Stockton” Trolley Line Barry Hagar, Grace Wilson, Scott Sandel, Bill Maginn, Valerie Seyfert, Tom Roetker, Richard Bates “Arguello” District Erin Matthews, Don Mayfield, Edie Hunt, Pat Olafson, Debbie Quillon, Mary Dilligan
3	Agenda Brief Presentation Frequently Asked Questions Q&A from the Community
4	Guests Diane Kane Principal Planner, City Planning Department David Marshall President, SOHO Sandy Woodhouse Supervisor, County Assessor’s Office Barbara Hubbard City Planning Department Bruce Coons Executive Director, SOHO
5	Historical District “…a significant concentration, linkage or continuity of sites, buildings, structures that are united historically, geographically or aesthetically by plan or physical development and that have a special character, historical interest, cultural or aesthetic value, or that represent one or more architectural periods in the history and development of the City of San Diego.”
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14	"What is the objective of..." What is the objective of a historical district? Why is it important to preserve buildings and areas with historic or aesthetic importance? What is historical about Mission Hills? Why a historical district in Mission Hills now after 90+ years?
15	"What activities are regulated within..." What activities are regulated within a historical district? What are the proposals for historical districts in Mission Hills? What is the genesis of these proposed districts? What are the tax benefits of historical districts?
16	Steps to establish a historical district:
17	Questions to the Panel: What are “contributing” vs. “non-contributing” sites? How are they affected by the establishment of a historical district? How does the establishment of a historical district affect development and alterations of sites within the district? Are there any circumstances where second story additions would be allowed for houses deemed “contributing” to a historical district?
18	Questions to the Panel: What is a Mills Contract, how does the property tax reduction work, and who within a district would be eligible? Once a historical district is established, can it be added on to? How would the restrictions of the historical district differ from the current oversight that is in effect for buildings over 45 years old?
19	Questions to the Panel: Explain what is in the works with the Uptown Historical Survey What are the advantages of a “Traditional” vs. “Voluntary” District?
20	Questions From the Community…
21	Next Steps… We need to do research on every house in the district. Some fundraising activity may be necessary. We look forward to your support and assistance.