The Quincy Preservation Commission is hereby authorized:
(A) To undertake and maintain any study, survey or research appropriate to the implementation of this subchapter;
(B) To identify areas, places, building, structures, works of art and other similar objects within the jurisdiction of the city, which may be eligible for designation;
(C) To recommend to the City Council landmarks and historic districts to be designated, amended or rescinded by ordinance;
(D) To keep a register of all landmarks and historic districts designated, the register shall be maintained by the City Clerk;
(E) To provide financial and technical assistance to the owners of property which has been designated as a landmark or is in a historic district;
(F) To undertake educational programs and activities;
(G) To retain, upon approval by the City Council, professionals, consultants and the staff as may be required;
(H) To consult and cooperate with other city departments and commissions on matters affecting landmarks and historic districts;
(I) To recommend to the City Council properties and districts for nomination to state or national registers;
(J) To foster the recognition of designated landmarks and Historic Districts;
(K) To recommend to the City Council the acquisition or disposition of properties through donation, transfer, purchase or sale for a fee or lesser interest or eminent domain;
(L) To recommend to the City Council the creation of covenants or restrictions binding on landmarks of Historic Districts;
(M) To receive funds from federal, state, local and private sources for the establishment of a preservation fund to be used for the implementation of its powers and duties;
(N) To cooperate with and enter into agreements with persons, organizations, corporations, foundations and public agencies in matters involving the implementation of its powers and duties;
(O) To recommend to the City Council the adoption of incentives designed to encourage historic preservation and restoration;
(P) To prepare and submit to the Mayor and City Council for approval an annual Commission budget;
(Q) To implement any other powers and duties given to the Quincy Preservation Commission by the City Council;
(R) To ensure and facilitate the preservation of sites, areas and structures of historical, architectural and aesthetic significance; and
(S) To incur debts and obligations on behalf of the city only upon prior approval by the City Council.
(1980 Code, § 11.1403)