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more homes to the Inventory, Ms. Fenollosa stated that she did not believe there would be 15 new homes added as a result of the proposed project. (Funding covers the addition of up to 15 homes.) Rather, she noted that the recent discovery of two homes which were omitted in the 1975 review of the neighborhood had heightened concern and prompted an interest in a second historic evaluation. She stated that all the homeowners in the Merriam Hill neighborhood would be notified of the commencement of the project, and that there would be a public hearing for those homes added to the Inventory. Mr. Wolk stated his concern about the extensive geographical boundaries of the Merriam Hill neighborhood as they applied specifically to the potential imposition of the Demolition Delay By -law. The CPC voted 4 -3 -1 in a straw vote, which did not achieve a majority vote of the Committee. k.) Moon Hill National Register Nomination Project, $6,000 — After a brief discussion, the CPC voted 7 -1 in a straw vote to approve this project. 1.) Greeley Village Front Doors, $172,734 —The CPC voted in favor of this project in a straw vote of 8 -0. m.) LexHAB Set -Aside Funds for the Acquisition of Community Housing, $450,000 - The CPC approved this project in a straw vote of 7 -1. Ms. Fenollosa stated her objection to the acquisition of single family homes by LexHAB, noting that multi - family housing took greater advantage of CPA funding. Ms. Manz noted LexHAB's expressed willingness to spend the appropriation on creation of new housing units on either the Busa or the Leary land. n.) Buckman Tavern Restoration and Renovation, $650,000 — The Committee had previously voted support of this project with a 8 -0 straw vote. o.) 33 Marrett Road Acquisition - Update — Mr. Kanter gave a general update on the status of this property for use as a Community Center. He stated that the acquisition costs were in the range of 6 -7 million dollars with an additional 30% projected for "soft costs ". A small gym had been added to the project scope for a Community Center, raising the renovation costs to the $11 -12 million dollars. There was a brief discussion of the portions of the property /grounds that might be eligible for funding with CPA funds. Ms. Fenollosa informed the Committee that the entire Scottish Rite building was on the Inventory due to its historic, architectural and cultural significance. (This would include both the historic mansion and its more recent addition.) 4. Future Meetings — The next CPC meeting was set for December 19 at 6:30 pm prior to the Public Hearing for the Needs Assessment Report, scheduled for 7:00 pm. The meeting was adjourned at 5:03 pm. Respectfully submitted, Nathalie Rice Administrative Assistant Community Preservation Committee