HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 29, 2009
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Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee
i i September 29, 2009
PICKERING 7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
Attendees: Jim Simpson, Chair
Terence Arvisais
Mike Cassidy
Keith Falconer
Susan Gardner
Joanne Glasser
Wickham Jamadar
Kelly McLean
Peter Rodrigues
Margaret Woods
Debi Wilcox, City Clerk
Aaron Cameron University of Toronto Student
Linda Roberts, (Recording Secretary)
Absent: Councillor Johnson
Rhonda Lawson
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1.0 Welcome
J. Simpson welcomed our new members to the meeting and
introductions were made around the table.
2.0 Approval of Minutes All
Moved by Keith Falconer
Seconded by Kelly McLean
That the minutes of the June 23 meeting be approved.
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3.0 New and Unfinished Business
3.1) Election of Vice-Chair
J. Simpson turned the meeting over to D. Wilcox, City Clerk,
for the purpose of electing a Vice-Chair of the Committee.
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J. Simpson nominated R. Lawson for the position of Vice-Chair
of the. Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee. D. Wilcox
noted she had received written acceptance of this nomination
from R. Lawson.
D. Wilcox called for nominations for the position of Vice-Chair
of the Committee.
Moved by J. Simpson
Seconded by T. Arvisais
That R. Lawson be appointed as Vice-Chair of the Heritage
Pickering Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
3.2) ERA Consultant Presentation
J. Simpson provided a brief overview of the ERA consultant
group hired by the City through the use of a power point
presentation. The presentation was provided by Matthew
Somerville, one of the consultants from ERA Architects.
Highlights of the presentation are as follows:
• To help develop Heritage Pickering practices
• Goals and objectives for implementing effective
heritage conservation strategy
• Take into account major land use planning directions
currently in progress (i.e. Seaton)
• Propose a consolidated boundary for the Whitevale
Heritage Conservation District
• Propose potential financial support programs
• Input from Committee with respect to improving heritage
conservation within the City of Pickering
J. Simpson asked for volunteers to participate in a working
session with the consultant to provide input and guidance. The
work group session would take place on a Saturday afternoon
or weekday evening for approximately 2 to 3 hours. Plans are
to hold the workshop prior to the October meeting. The
following members offered to attend depending on availability;
J. Simpson, R. Lawson, M. Woods, S. Gardner, T. Arvisais, W.
Jamadar, K. Falconer and M. Cassidy.
It was also noted that the consultant, Matthew Somerville had
confirmed his attendance for the October 27th Heritage
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Pickering meeting.
L. Roberts will forward information regarding dates and times L. Roberts to action
for this workshop.
3.3) Councillor Littley's Open House
J. Simpson informed the Committee that Councillor Littley will
be having an open house on October 17th to be held at the
Petticoat Creek Community Centre from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
He briefly explained the format for the event, which is open to
community groups to provide an opportunity for them to explain
the goals and objectives of their Committees. He noted it is a
very informal event and asked for volunteers to assist. The
following members indicated their interest; J. Simpson, M..
Cassidy, K. Falconer, K. McLean, M. Woods.
J. Simpson noted that A. Cameron would be assisting him in J. Simpson and A.
preparing a static display board for this event. Cameron to action
3.4) Bi-Centennial Celebrations
J. Simpson provided background information on research
conducted by R. Lawson. He noted she had sent out an email
to the membership requesting their input on events the
Committee could host for participation in the bi-centennial
celebrations. As a result of the Committee comments received,
they narrowed it down to the following two events;
a) Open Door Event
• Provided overview of proposed budget ($3-4,000.00)
• Obtain sponsors to cover costs
• Committee to determine length of event
• No revenue to be derived
• A draft submission has been submitted
J. Simpson asked for a volunteer from the Committee to
coordinate this event and T. Arvisais volunteered.
b) School Educational Tours
• Partner with Pickering Museum Village on this
• To provide education in schools
• Logistics need to be worked out
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• Not yet ready to submit a draft
J. Slmspon asked for a volunteer to coordinate this event and
S. Gardner noted her interest in this event.
J. Simpson turned the Chair over to D. Wilcox for the remainder
of the meeting.
3.5) Introduction of Co-op Student
D. Wilcox introduced A. Cameron who is currently in his third
year at the University of Toronto. He will be doing a 14 week
placement with the City of Pickering to assist with Heritage
Pickering initiatives. D. Wilcox briefly outlined his duties as
follows:
• Mapping out heritage properties for quick reference
• Researching data bases of other municipalities
• Cataloguing photographs into electronic database
• Complete the educational resource program including
website development
Review heritage policies and procedures
• Assist members with research and development of
electronic database for heritage resources
• Assist with the development of the Committee's
contribution to the Bicentennial celebrations
3.6) 2710 Brock Road
D. Wilcox provided the Committee with a brief overview of the
above property which is owned by the City and was recently
destroyed by fire. This property has not been designated as a
heritage property. She referenced the ERA consultant report
which had been prepared on this property and noted the
request from Planning & Development for the Committee's
recommendation as to how to proceed on this.
Moved by M. Cassidy
Seconded by T. Arvisais
That the Committee recommend to the Planning &
Development Department the following:
1. That the City be advised that Heritage Pickering supports
the preservation of 2710 Brock Road, Pickering, as being a
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heritage property worthy of special preservation efforts by the
City;
2. That the City be advised that Heritage Pickering supports
the Preservation Strategy (short term action, mid-term action
and long-term action) for 2710 Brock Road as outlined in the
E.R.A. Architects Inc. letter dated June 17, 2009.
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D. Wilcox to forward recommendation to Planning & D. Wilcox to action
Development.
3.7) 407 Expansion Update:
D. Wilcox noted that a briefing on this would be provided in
conjunction with the orientation training to take place prior to
(our next scheduled meeting on October 27th which is
scheduled to begin at 6:00 pm
S. Gaunt, Principal Planner, Policy, Planning & Development, L. Roberts to action
will be asked to attend to provide the update.
3.8) Field Trip
D. Wilcox noted that it is important for members to explore the
areas of the City in order to prioritize properties for inclusion in D. Wilcox to action
the heritage registry. She will contact the Manager, By-law
Enforcement Services to discuss their assistance.
It Was suggested this take place late in October. Further L. Roberts to action
information will be forwarded once a date has been chosen.
A brief discussion was held regarding the approvals of
homeowners for placement on the registry. One suggestion
made was to make direct contact with the homeowners as
opposed to letters, which may achieve more positive results.
4.0 Correspondence
4.1) City of Pickering - Report PD 22-09
Re: Seaton Natural Heritage System Management Plan &
Master Trails Plan.
This correspondence was received for information purposes.
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4.2) OMB Hearing - Notification Notice
This correspondence was received for information purposes.
4.3) Heritage Matters
September, 2009 publication was received for information.
4.4) Community Heritage Ontario
Quarterly publication was received for information.
5-0 Other Business
5.1) Work Plan
D. Wilcox explained the purpose of the work plan for the new
members. Copies were handed out. A brief overview of the
work plan and the process involved was explained to the
members.
It was also noted that the Committee would need to look at this
again to re-assign duties as we now have new members on the
Committee. It'was suggested members could email J. Simpson
if you have a particular interest in a certain category.
5.2) Greenwood Schoolhouse Plaque
D. Wilcox informed the Committee that the plaque presentation
for the Greenwood Schoolhouse would take place at the
November Council meeting.
6.0 Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:35 m
Copy: City Clerk
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