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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 3, 1993 a 9 NOf 0�► �9 • # A • AVM - iefvii enng/ zocaurdmerscricenierredion.4dri4ory,COMMatZe, MINUTES A meeting of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee was held on Wednesday, March 3, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room #1, Pickering Civic Complex. PRESENT: Anna Willson Frank Williamson Konrad Zeh Janice Waithe-Huberty Henry Lawman Janet Mehak STAFF: Debbie Kearns, Coordinator of Council Services ABSENT: Brian Hern Celia Bronkhorst Enrico Pistritto Kim Thompson Dave Pickles VISITORS FROM WHITEVALE: Sarah Roberts 1. Adoption of Minutes Moved by Henry Gawman, seconded by Konrad Zeh that the Minutes of the.Meeting of January 20, 1993 be adopted. Carried L - 2 - 2. Heritage Week Anna Willson thanked Kim Thompson and Frank Williamson for their work in preparing the displays that were set up at the Pickering Recreation Complex and the Pickering Town Centre during Heritage Week, February 15-21, 1993. Frank Williamson gave a report on the reception of the display at the Pickering Town Centre and stated that the display at the Pickering Recreation Complex was organized by Kim Thompson and Dave Marlowe. He explained that the display at the Pickering Town Centre centred around Heritage Pickering and the display at the Recreation Complex was of Native Peoples' . Frank also stated that two individuals expressed interest in having their properties designated, Krista Pedersen, 5222 Old Brock Road and Doug Willson, 1505 Whitevale Road. Frank reported that four framed drawings of various old houses were presented to Heritage Pickering and an 1877 map of Pickering Township was loaned to Heritage Pickering for photocopies to be taken if desired. Moved by Frank Williamson, seconded by Janice Waithe-Huberty that a member of Heritage Pickering approach Ms. Pedersen and Mr. Willson to assist them with designation. Carried' - The Secretary was requested to send letters of appreciation to Ms. Wendy Smith, Pickering Town Centre for her assistance, Mr. Don Bryan for the four pictures and Mr. & Mrs. Day for the loan of the 1877 map. 3. Newspaper Article Anna Willson congratulated Henry Gawman on his newspaper article with respect to Thistle Ha' . A copy of the article was given to the Secretary for distribution with the Minutes to Members of the Committee. . - 3 - 5. By-Law 2570/87 - Post Manor A memo received from Bruce Taylor concerning the request from Fitzsimmons, MacFarlane, Slocum & Harpur, Solicitors for By-law 2570/87 to be amended or replaced such that the only part of the property designated is the stone building known as "Post Manor" was circulated. Moved by Henry Gawman, seconded by Frank Williamson that this item be deferred until further information has been received and reviewed. Carried The Secretary was directed to obtain a copy of Schedule A and B from the By-Law Department and a copy of the actual designation from the Legal Department and forward these items to the Members of the Committee. She was also directed to enquire with the Town Clerk what is involved in amending the by-law and whether or not this change would have to go before the 0.M.B. 6. Ministry of Government Services A request from the Ministry of Government Services was received concerning the proposed demolition of 800 Forest Stream Trail. Janet Mehak reported that she visited the site and stated that this building does not have heritage significance. The Secretary will advise the Ministry of Government Services of the Committee's decision. 7. The Red Cross Church (School SS #6) A copy of the draft public notice concerning the preservation of The Red Cross Church was distributed. 8. Williamson House Janet Mehak reported on the work to be carried out on the Williamson House in preparation for its rental. Janet and another Committee Member will carry out an inspection of this house. - 4 - 9. Stone Farm House - Valley Farm Road Anna Willson advised that an application for rezoning from agricultural to residential has been received with respect to the stone farm house and farm buildings located on Part Lot 21, Conc. 2 (Valley Farm Road) The Committee stated that the stone farm house and farm buildings located on Part Lot 21, Conc. 2, (Valley Farm Road) form one of the few remaining heritage properties south of the 3rd Conc. in Pickering. Regardless of location, this complex is extremely rare architecturally and in excellent condition. Moved by Frank Williamson, seconded by Janet Mehak that in Heritage Pickering's opinion (LACAC) Valley Farm is a valuable architectural and historical asset to the Town of Pickering and is without a doubt worthy of designation under provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act. Carried 10. Whitevale Heritage Citizens Committee Anna Willson reported on the progress of the Whitevale Heritage Citizens Committee. She stated that the recommendations have been completed and a meeting was held with the Whitevale residents on February 24, 1993 to run through the process with them. It was the feeling of the Whitevale Heritage Citizens Committee that the residents were happy with the recommendations put forward. Anna Willson stated that all comments from the residents as well as the Committee's must be received by Council in April. It was the decision of Heritage Pickering to approve the recommendations and to review the situation in the future. Next Meeting The next meeting shall be held on Wednesday, March 31, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room #1. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. ►N OF P tc^p eribge 1-7-orsz: . er dr _ March 9, 1993 TO: ALL HERITAGE PICKERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS FROM: Debbie Kearns Secretary RE: Post Manor Designation Please be advised that I have spoken with Bruce Taylor, Town Clerk concerning the request of Fitzsimmons, MacFarlane, Slocum & Harpur, solicitor acting on behalf of Gilfred Investments Ltd. , for By-Law -2570/87, -to. be - amended to affect only the Post Manor and not the other . buildings. Mr. Taylor advised me that this is an amendment to the by-law only which would be done by Council and does not require an O.M.B. hearing. Debbie