Historic Preservation Commission
Members
(4-year term, expires 12/31)
- Jennifer Derevlany, Chairperson, Class A, Expires 2028
- Vaughn Groce, Vice Chairperson, Class B, Expires 2029
- Chris Hofacker, Class C, Expires 2027
- Bruce Jo, Class C, Expires 2027
- Ruth Carter, Class C, Expires 2029
Alternates
(2-year term, expires 12/31)
- Aileen Westcot, Alternate. Expires 2026
Legal Counsel
- Adam Telsey
Meetings
2nd Thursday of the month at 6:00 pm
Location: 125 W Broadway, Salem NJ – 2nd floor conference room
City Code for Historical Preservation Commission
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:55D-107 and City Code Section 130-71, the Historic Preservation Commission consists of 5 members appointed by the Mayor for staggered 4 year terms (except that any member who is also a member of the Planning Board shall have a term that is equal to his term on the Planning Board). Members are divided into three classes: Class A- a person who is knowledgeable in building design and construction or architectural history and who may reside outside of the City; Class B – a person who is knowledgeable or has a demonstrated interest in local history and who may reside outside of the City; and those regular members who are not designated as Class A or B shall be designated as Class C members all of whom shall be residents of the City who hold no other City office, position or employment except for membership on the Planning Board. There may also be not more than two alternate members appointed by the Mayor for 2 year terms who shall meet the qualifications for Class C members.