Council recognizes 5841 East Hummingbird Lane as historic property

Chair Catherine Kaufmann presented the Historical Advisory Committees recommendation to grant historic recognition to the house at 5841 East Hummingbird Lane, noting the homes 1974 terrain-style design, integration into the mountain slope and distinctive stained-glass features. "On behalf of the town's historical advisory committee, I recommend that the Brabinsky home located at 5841 East Hummingbird Lane be recognized," Kaufmann said, summarizing the structures architectural and historical significance.

Council approved the committees recommendation by unanimous consent and invited the homeowners forward for recognition. The homeowners spoke briefly about their longtime residency and appreciation for the towns support. The recognition will be filed per the towns historic-property recognition program and the plaque and photo-op will proceed as a town ceremony.

Why it matters: The designation records an architecturally significant residence and participates in a town program that seeks to preserve local character and history.