October 1, 2026 Gayle Johnson 1290 W. Exchange St. Akron, Ohio 44313-7656 Dear Gayle Johnson: SUBJECT: O'Neil, William F and Grace, House, 1290 W. Exchange St., Akron, Summit County We are pleased to inform you that the property you own, listed above, is being considered by the Ohio Historic Site Preservation Advisory Board for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places, the Federal government's official list of historic properties worthy of preservation. Listing in the National Register provides recognition for and assists in preserving our nation's heritage. National Register listing provides recognition of the property's historic importance and assures protective review of Federal projects that might adversely affect the historic character of the property. If the property is listed in the National Register, certain Federal investment tax credits for rehabilitation and other provisions may apply. Listing in the National Register does not mean that limitations will be placed on the property by the Federal government. Public visitation rights are not required of owners. The Advisory Board will meet on December 4, 2026, at Meeting Room 1A in the Columbus Metropolitan Library Main, 96 S. Grant Avenue, in Columbus. Visitor parking is available in the library's attached parking garage. The first hour of parking is free; additional parking fees apply. The maximum daily parking charge is $10.00. The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m. A virtual attendance option is available to all National Register nomination authors, property-owners, elected officials, and other interested parties. Visit www.ohiohistory.org/ohspab to register. If you plan to attend in-person, please rsvp your attendance to Tina Harrah by phone at 614.298.2019 or email tharrah@ohiohistory.org by. Please rsvp by December 3, 2026. We welcome any comments regarding the nomination of this property. Owners of a private property objecting to the listing of their property in the National Register of Historic Places must submit a notarized letter of objection to the State Historic Preservation Office by the date of the Board meeting stated above. If an individual owner of a private property objects, the nominated property will not be listed in the National Register of Historic Places. In nominations with multiple ownership of a single private property or private properties included within a historic district nomination, the nomination will not be listed if a majority of private property owners object to listing the nomination. Nominations not listed in the National Register due to owner objection will receive a Determination of Eligibility by the National Park Service. Attached you will find a fact sheet that explains, in greater detail, the results of listing in the National Register, and information which describes the rights and procedures by which an owner may comment on, or object to, listing in the National Register. An agenda will be posted on our web site three weeks prior to the meeting. You can view it at www.ohiohistory.org/ohspab or contact us for a hard copy. Although a staff member will present your nomination, you are encouraged to attend the meeting. The board typically has questions about nominated properties. Your presence and ability to answer questions can make a significant difference at the board meeting. Please contact me at 614.298.2000 or at amarshall@ohiohistory.org if you have any questions about this nomination prior to the Advisory Board meeting. Please note that local and state officials in your area are also being notified of the nomination for any comments they wish to express. Sincerely, Abby Marshall Senior Survey & National Register Manager Inventory & Registration Department AM:tch Enclosure(s) Copy: Nathalie Wright, nomination author Mayor Shammas Malik, City of Akron Kyle Julien, Certified Local Government Contact Illene Shapiro, Summit County Executive Senator Casey Weinstein, District #28 Representative Veronica R. Sims, District #33 Akron Metropolitan Area Transportation Study Erica Schneider, Ohio Department of Transportation 10-21/2026
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