HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 7, 1992 MINUTES
A meeting of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee
was held on Wednesday, October 7, 1992 at 7:30 p.m. in the Committee
Room, Pickering Civic Complex.
PRESENT:
Celia Bronkhorst Enrico Pistritto
Henry Gawman Kim Thompson
Janet Mehak Frank Williamson
Dave Pickles Anna Willson
STAFF:
Debbie Kearns, Councillors' Secretary
ABSENT:
Janice Waithe Huberty Brian Hern
Konrad Zeh
VISITORS FROM WHITEVALE:
Julia Hayes
1. Adoption of Minutes
Moved by Frank Williamson, seconded by Kim Thompson that the
Minutes of the Meeting of September 2, 1992 be adopted.
Carried
Moved by Kim Thompson, seconded by Janet Mehak that the Minutes of
tho Meeting of September 16, 1992 be adopted.
Carried
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2. LACAC Pamphlet
Frank Williamson discussed with the Committee the information he
has accummulated and samples of front covers for the pamphlet. He
requested the committee members to share ideas and information
which they felt should be included.
Anna Willson stated that she liked the information distributed on
Waterloo. Kim Thompson stated that she felt that the pamphlet
should include information pertaining to the reason LACAC would be
contacted.
Dave Pickles agreed to work on the organizing of the pamphlet
while Frank Williamson is on vacation.
The Committee voted on and approved the Bentley House as the front
cover for the pamphlet.
3. Mandate Information
Anna Willson discussed with the Committee the information received
from the Ministry of Culture and Communications concerning the
LACAC Mandate.
Kim Thompson stated that she felt the Committee should complete
their inventory as this seems to be a step to being an effective
committee.
The Secretary was directed to acquire a copy of Pickering's
Heritage Policy.
Anna suggested that all members of the Committee should understand
their role so their duties can be preformed proficiently.
4. Replacement of Enrico Pistritto
Moved by Kim Thompson and seconded by Dave Pickles to table the
motion concerning the replacement of Enrico Pistritto on the
Heritage Pickering Committee.
Carried
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5. Miller Application
Janet Mehak reported that Mr. Devitt has begun the mortar work on
the Hugh Miller home.
New Business
1. Dave Pickles reported that he had been in touch with the library
concerning the appropriate information LACAC should make available
in the library for public access. A list was handed out with
suggestions which was discussed by the Committee.
Moved by Dave Pickles and seconded by Frank Williamson to provide
the library with the information requested, to be placed in the
Public Library History Room.
Carried.
2. Anna Willson reported on the map which has been distributed by the
Planning Department concerning the Official Plan Review. She
stated that the Planning Department are interested in buildings
with Heritage significance. The Committee have been asked to
survey the area outlined.
The Secretary was directed to inquire with the Planning Department
if a 50 year old survey map of the area is available.
The areas chosen to be surveyed were distributed as follows: Dave
Pickles - Areas 8, 9, and 13, Enrico Pistritto - Area 15, Celia
Bronkhorst - Area 1, Kim Thompson - Area 12 and 14, Janet Mehak -
Area 7 and Henry Gawman - Area 2.
The Secretary will contact the members not in attendance to
distribute the areas remaining.
3. The Committee discussed their requirements concerning the 1993
Budget. The budget was amended to provide $800 in Account 2110
(Travel) , $3,000 in Account 2340 (Seminars & Education) , $1,500 in
Account 2392 (Consultive & Professional) , $1,500 in Account 2394
(Recpt, Prom. & Sp. Ev. , Gen P/R) , $2,000 in Account 2396 (Photo,
Mapping, Printing) and the addition of $3,000 for a Part-Time
Student to assist in completing Inventory.
e that the Ministry of Culture and Communications
It was suggested ry
may have a program where they loan an individual to a Committee
for summer help.
Kim Thompson offered to work on the justifications for the items
on the budget. When completed she will give them to the Secretary
for preparation.
Enrico Pistritto asked the Committee for their support of him
arranging two public education seminars. Anna Willson suggested
that Enrico prepare and present a report on this proposal. An
amount of $1,000 was suggested for Public Education Seminars.
Other Business
1. Anna Willson discussed with the Committee a letter which was
received from a solicitor's office inquiring if 1931 Fairport Road
has heritage significance.
2. Anna Willson reported that a memorandum and plans had been
received from the Public Works Department concerning the Mail
Kiosk in Whitevale. The Committee approved the adjustment as
outlined on the plans concerning the lighting.
Moved by Kim Thompson, seconded-by Janet Mehak to accept the plans
submitted by Canada Post concerning the Whitevale Mail Kiosk.
Carried
3. Anna Willson discussed with the Committee the plans submitted by
Mr. Keffer.
Moved by Frank Williamson, seconded by Celia Bronkhorst to accept
the roof line plans as submitted, on condition that the overall
building height does not exceed 25' .
Carried
4. Enrico Pistritto suggested that the Committee meet with Council to
discuss their ideas and priorities concerning LACAC. He suggested
that an outline be prepared for Council to read before the
meeting, allowing both parties prior preparation.
Moved by Enrico Pistritto, seconded by Kim Thompson to request a
meeting with Council prior to a Monday night Council Meeting, to
last approximately one hour, for discussion concerning LACAC's
Mandate.
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5. Kim Thompson discussed the information received from The CRB
Foundation,"Heritage Project", and suggested the Committee's
involvement with this project.
Moved by Kim Thompson, seconded by Dave Pickles to purchase
relevant information in co-operation with the Library.
Carried
6. Kim Thompson discussed her concerns regarding the attendance at
meetings by Committee members.
The Secretary was directed to contact by letter those members who
have been absent more than three meetings,
7. Dave Pickles commented on the wording of the Peter Matthews
plaque. Suggestions for changes were made. Dave will contact Mr.
Litt of The Ontario Heritage Foundation with suggested changes.
Next Meeting
The next meeting shall be held on Thursday, November 5, 1992 at 7:00
p.m. in Meeting Room #1.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m.
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