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141 Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee
i i October 27, 2009
PI ~KERI 7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
Attendees: Councillor Johnson
Rhonda Lawson
Terence Arvisais
Mike Cassidy
Keith Falconer
Susan Gardner
Joanne Glasser
Wickham Jamadar
Kelly McLean
Peter Rodrigues
Margaret Woods
Aaron Cameron, University of Toronto Student
Linda Roberts, (Recording Secretary)
Absent: Jim Simpson, Chair (on approved leave)
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1.0 Welcome
R. Lawson, welcomed everyone and informed the Committee
that she would be chairing the meeting in J. Simpson's
absence. She noted that he would be on a leave for the next
two months.
2.0 Approval of Minutes All
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Keith Falconer
That the minutes of the September 29 meeting be approved.
CARRIED
3.0 New and Unfinished Business
3.1) ERA Consultant
R. Lawson introduced Matthew Sommerville and Chris Lawless,
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consultants from E.R.A. Architects. M. Sommerville explained
they have been retained by the City of Pickering to look into the
heritage policies. He provided a brief overview of their goals
and objectives for the Committee. He provided handouts for
the Committee explaining the background, areas of concern,
goals and objectives and the outcomes expected as a result of
this project.
A question and answer period ensued with the following areas
being discussed;
• Prioritization of properties being impacted by 407
• Importance of a solid and complete inventory, in
particular the areas surrounding the 407
• Need to revamp the workplan
• Need to look at cemeteries in the City for designation
purposes and also review the Cemeteries Act
• Need for education of members in order to benefit
Committee
• Need to educate the community on the benefits of
having homes designated as heritage properties when
they are purchasing in a designated district
• Need development but also need to maintain heritage
• Committee members requested clarification on their
roles within the committee
• Need for a contact with other levels of government - it
was noted the Committee receives information too late
• Need for afield trip to Land Registry Office for
educational purposes - learning how to research
properties
• Establishing.by-laws respecting easements and
maintenance standards for heritage buildings
• Tax relief programs
• Need to be proactive, not reactive
It was noted that having a proper data map was a fundamental
element. A. Cameron informed the Committee that he had
completed this with over 200 properties and will bring it to the
next meeting.
M. Sommerville noted they are working on a hand book for the
City as well as the Heritage Committee. They went over what
they would be including in their report, and will work in
conjunction with I. James, Planning & Development, who will
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be assisting them with a plan. It was noted that the timeframe
is an issue in order to protect these properties.
Councillor Johnson suggested the possibility of having a guest
speaker attend each meeting for 10 to 15 minutes at the
beginning to speak to the Committee. It could be a member of
the Community or a representative from a group or organization
within the City. It was also suggested we could record their
stories for our archives.
3.2) Designation of Properties
Discussion ensued with respect to the letters which had gone L. Roberts to action
out to the homeowners for potential listing on the registry. It
was requested that we bring a list of those contacted to the next
meeting.
Discussion ensued with respect to the designation of the
Greenwood Schoolhouse. The process is now complete with.
the by-law being passed and the appeal period over. The
plaque will now be ordered and presentation arrangements will R. Lawson to action
be made. R. Lawson noted that it would be more appropriate to
have this as a separate presentation with the Committee
members present.
3.3) 407 East Final Individual Environmental
Assessment (FIEA) and Preliminary Design Study
Report OES 45-09
R. Lawson provided an update with respect to the report which
had been approved at Council on October 19th. She noted
Council had supported the Committee's position respecting the
heritage properties. A copy of the report was available and it
was also noted that it could be viewed on the City's website as
well.
4.0 Correspondence
4.1) David Legal Advisors
Re: OMB Pre-hearinq Conference
Notice of an appeal hearing for property owned by Mattamy
Homes (Brock Road) Limited, located on Part Lots 17 and 18,
Concession 3, City of Pickering was received for information.
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4.2) Heritage Matters
The September, 2009 issue of Heritage Matters was received
for information. It was noted that this is also available on line.
L Roberts will forward the link to members.
5.0 Other Business
5.1) Councillor Johnson noted there would be a fundraising
event to be held on November 15th at the Claremont
Community Centre to raise funds for the restoration of the
Claremont Store.
5.2) Field Trip
The possibility of having a van or bus for the members to tour
potential heritage properties was discussed. It was noted this
should be prearranged with the property owners and planned
for a Saturday or Sunday.
5.3) Inventory
A. Cameron noted he has completed the heritage inventory and
it has all been mapped and numbered. He will bring this to our
next meeting for the Committee to view.
5.4) Regional Heritage Meeting
LACAC Heritage Whitby is inviting Heritage Committees from L. Roberts to action
across Durham Region to attend a meeting featuring discussion
on the Heritage Registry. The following members asked to be
included: P. Rodrigues, M. Cassidy, M.Woods and K. McLean.
R. Lawson has already been confirmed to attend. The meeting
will take place on November 14, 2009 in the Regal Room,
Centennial Building in Whitby from 1 pm - 4 pm.
5.5) 2710 Brock Road Update
L. Roberts to action
R. Lawson informed the Committee there has been no further
update on this property since the previous meeting. It was
requested a follow up be done with the City of Pickering's
Facilities on this and an update provided at the next meeting.
5.6) 2010 Meeting Schedule
L. Roberts to action
It was suggested we look into holding. the meetings on the 3rd
Tuesday of each month. L. Roberts to prepare a draft schedule
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for discussion at the next meeting.
6.0 Adjournment/Next Meeting
The next meeting will take place on November 24, 2009
The meeting adjourned at 8:35 m
Copy: City Clerk
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