January 18, Council Committee Room, 4th Floor, Brampton City Hall

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1 January 18, 2005 Council Committee Room, 4th Floor, Brampton City Hall Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Mr. Robert Payne, Co-Chair Ms. Lynda Voegtle, Co-Chair Regional Councillor S. DiMarco (designate for City Councillor J. Hutton) (arrived at 8:05 p.m.) Mr. John Armstrong Mr. Michael Avis Mr. Stephen Collie Mr. Glen McTavish Ms. Sharron Peet Ms. Maureen Sim Mr. Paul Willoughby City Councillor John Hutton (other municipal business) Mr. Warren Hope (regrets) Mr. Michael Halls, Special Projects Manager, Office of the Mayor Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development Ms. Terri Brenton, Legislative Coordinator, Management and Administrative Services

2 The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. and adjourned at 9:25 p.m. After due consideration of the matters placed before this Committee, the members beg leave to present its report as follows: Item Recommendation A. HB Approval of Agenda B. Conflicts of Interest C1. HB Minutes of the Meeting held on November 16, 2004 D. Consent E. Delegations/Presentations F. Deferred/Referred/Unfinished Business Items G1. Annual Meeting of the Joint LACACs of Peel Sub-Committee G2. Heritage Incentives Sub-Committee G3. HB HB Heritage Resources Sub-Committee G4.1 HB Historic Plaque Application Inez and Bruce Allan 9 Craig Street Ward 4 (File G33) G4.2 HB Report on the Activities of the Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee (File G33). G5. Ad Hoc Committee to Develop Proposal for Recognition of the City s Hamlets, Villages on the Friezes at Brampton City Hall G6. Ad Hoc Committee to Explore Options for the Re-use of the former CP Railway Station H1. Proposed Heritage District Designations Washington Block and Main Street South (File G33) H2. Proposed Heritage Designation 325 Steeles Avenue West (formerly Sheridan College Daycare Centre) Team Three (Freed Homes) Ward 3 (File G33) Page 2 of 16

3 H3. HB Proposed Heritage Designation Alexander Hutton Farmhouse ( Bonnie Braes ) 8675 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) H4. Proposed Heritage Designation Philip Egan Farmhouse The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33) H5. Proposed Heritage Designation Breadner Homestead Tufton Crescent Ward 6 (File G33) H6. Proposed Heritage Designation Creditdale Farm 8028 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) H7. Proposed Heritage Designation Leflar/McClure Farm 9512 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) H8. Proposed Heritage Designation Kirkwood Estate 133 Main Street South Ward 4 (File G33) H9. HB Proposed Heritage Designation Ebenezer School (Ebenezer Community Hall) 4494 Ebenezer Road Ward 10 (File G33) H10. Proposed Heritage Designation John Howard Society Building 100 Queen Street West Ward 5 (File G33) H11. HB Proposed Heritage Designation O Reilly-Kennedy Farmstead 7905 Mayfield Road Ward 10 (File G33) I1. HB Minutes Churchville Heritage Committee November 8, 2004 (File G33CH) I2. HB Minutes Churchville Heritage Committee December 13, 2004 (File G33CH) J. Heritage Impact Assessments K1. HB Update on Bill 60 An Act to Amend the Ontario Heritage Act (File G33) K2. HB Bill 60 An Act to Amend the Ontario Heritage Act (File G33) K3. HB Concerns re Proposed Heritage District Development Port Dalhousie, Ontario (File G33) Page 3 of 16

4 K4. HB Information on Heritage Recognition for the Site of the Tragic Crash of Air Canada Flight 621 on July 5, 1970 Ward 10 (File G33) L1. HB Invitation to the to Participate in Heritage Day Celebrations Sunday, February 20, :00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Peel Heritage Complex 9 Wellington Street East (File G33) L2. HB Proposed Purchase of Pop-up Tent for use in promoting the at Outdoor Events (File G33) L3. HB Demolition of a Property on the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources without a Demolition Permit Mississauga Road Ward 6 (File G33) M1. Question Period N. Public Question Period O. HB Adjournment Co-Chair Robert Payne Co-Chair Ms. Lynda Voegtle Page 4 of 16

5 A. Approval of Agenda HB That the agenda for the Meeting of January 18, 2005 be approved, as amended, as follows: To add: G3 1. G4-2. L 3. Verbal report from Ms. Lynda Voegtle, Chair, Heritage Resources Sub-Committee, re: Report of the Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of November 30, 2004 (File G33); and, Verbal report from Mr. Michael Avis, Chair, Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee, re: Report on the Activities of the Outreach and Marketing Sub- Committee (File G33); and, Discussion re: Demolition of a Property on the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources without a Demolition Permit Mississauga Road Ward 6 (File G33). B. Conflicts of Interest nil C. Previous Minutes C 1. Minutes of the Meeting held on November 16, 2004 HB That the Minutes of the Meeting of November 16, 2004, to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, be received. D. Consent The following items listed with an asterisk (*) were considered to be routine and noncontroversial by the Board and were approved at one time. (I1, K1, K2, K3, K4) Page 5 of 16

6 E. Delegations/Presentations nil F. Deferred/Referred/Unfinished Business Items nil G. Sub-Committees G 1. Annual Meeting of the Joint LACACs of Peel Sub-Committee (Brampton Hosting in 2006) The Board was reminded that it should be looking toward developing a budget in 2005 for the Annual Meeting of the Joint LACACs of Peel, which it will be hosting in G 2. Heritage Incentives Sub-Committee (Heritage Property Tax Rebate) Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, advised that a meeting of the Heritage Incentives Sub-Committee has been scheduled for Friday, January 28, 2005, 10:00 a.m., at Brampton City Hall to consider the Heritage Property Tax Rebate Program, which is anticipated to be put forward to Council for approval sometime during In response to a question, Mr. Leonard provided an overview of the proposed program and its current status. G 3. Heritage Resources Sub-Committee (Designations, Cultural Landscapes, Heritage Inventory, Development Applications) 1. Verbal report from Ms. Lynda Voegtle, Chair, Heritage Resources Sub- Committee, re: Report of the Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of November 30, 2004 (File G33). Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of Ms. Lynda Voegtle, Chair, Heritage Resources Sub-Committee, provided a verbal report on the discussions which took place at the sub-committee meeting of November 30, 2004, which included the following topics: Potential new heritage inventory listings; Potential future district designation possibilities; Inventory plaques; Report from the Heritage Coordinator; Page 6 of 16

7 Dale Estates; Flight #621 crash site; Bonnie Braes ; Scott Street; Heritage district study boundaries; Proposed additions to designation wish list The following motion was considered. HB That the verbal report from Ms. Lynda Voegtle, Chair, Heritage Resources Sub- Committee, to the Meeting of January 28, 2005, re: Report of the Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of November 30, 2004 (File G33) be received. G 4. Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee (Historic Plaque Program, Newsletter, Projects) 1. Historic Plaque Application Inez and Bruce Allan 9 Craig Street Ward 4 (File G33). The Board reviewed the Historic Plaque application from Inez and Bruce Allan; and considered the following motion. HB That the application from Inez and Bruce Allan 9 Craig Street Ward 4, dated November 8, 2004, for the purchase of a plaque under the Brampton Heritage Board s Historic Plaque Program, to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, be received; and, That the application be approved as submitted. 2. Verbal report from Mr. Michael Avis, Chair, Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee, re: Report on the Activities of the Brampton Heritage Board Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee (File G33). Mr. Michael Avis, Chair, Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee, provided a verbal report on the activities of the Sub-Committee, which included: Next edition of the Brampton Heritage Times newsletter discussion took place on this matter and it was agreed that Brampton Page 7 of 16

8 Day in September 2005 would be the target for publication of the next edition of the newsletter. Mr. Avis indicated that he would provide members with a list of suggested topics and the deadline date for copy. Suggested Outreach Venues Mr. Avis provided a list of suggested Outreach Venues. Discussion took place with respect to the suggested outreach venues and a number of other suggestions were put forward, including setting up and manning of the Board s display at malls, recreation centres, etc. during annual Heritage Day celebrations in an effort to reach people outside the heritage community. Mr. Avis indicated that this is something the sub-committee would review. Communities in Bloom Mr. Avis suggested that consideration be given by the Board to increasing the score for the heritage component of this program. Mr. Michael Halls, Special Projects Manager, Office of the Mayor, provided an overview of the Communities in Bloom program and suggested that input from the Board would be useful in boosting the score for heritage. Discussion took place with respect to the Board s participation in this program and, on behalf of the Outreach and Marketing Sub- Committee, Mr. Avis agreed that the sub-committee would work with Mr. Halls, et al to determine how the Board could provide its input into the Communities in Bloom program and add this item to their project list. The following motion was considered. HB That the verbal report from Mr. Michael Avis, Chair, Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee, to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, re: Report on the Activities of the Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee (File G33) be received. G 5. Ad Hoc Committee to Develop Proposal for Recognition of the City s Hamlets, Villages on the Friezes at Brampton City Hall (originated during the City s Sesquicentennial Year) Mr. Robert Payne, Ad Hoc Committee Chair, put forward a reminder to Members to review and provide input/suggestions on the proposed list of villages, hamlets, which he distributed at the Meeting of November 16, Page 8 of 16

9 G 6. Ad Hoc Committee to Explore Options for the Re-use of the former CP Railway Station Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, advised that it is expected that the first meeting of the Ad Hoc Committee will be scheduled in early February 2005, and that he will advise all Board Members of the meeting arrangements once they have been finalized. H. Designation Program H 1. Proposed Heritage District Designations Washington Block and Main Street South (File G33). H 2. Proposed Heritage Designation 325 Steeles Avenue West (formerly Sheridan College Daycare Centre) Team Three (Freed Homes) Ward 3 (File G33). H 3. Proposed Heritage Designation Alexander Hutton Farmhouse ( Bonnie Braes ) 8675 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33). Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, distributed a copy of his memorandum to Ms. Deb Giannetta, Development Planner, Planning Design and Development, providing a summary of a meeting between City staff, members of the, and Fieldgate Homes which was held to review the scope of heritage designation for this property as outlined in the Statement of Reason for Heritage Designation, which was considered by the on October 19, Discussion took place on this matter during which time the Board confirmed its position that heritage designation cover the full property (farmhouse and cultural landscape) as outlined in the Statement of Reason for Heritage Designation. The following motion was considered. HB That, as considered at the Meeting of January 18, 2005, the confirms it position that heritage designation of the Alexander Hutton Farmhouse ( Bonnie Braes ) 8675 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) include the full property (farmhouse and cultural landscape), Page 9 of 16

10 as outlined in the Statement of Reason for Heritage Designation considered by the Board on October 19, H 4. Proposed Heritage Designation Philip Egan Farmhouse The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33). H 5. Proposed Heritage Designation Breadner Homestead Tufton Crescent Ward 6 (File G33). H 6. Proposed Heritage Designation Creditdale Farm 8028 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33). H 7. Proposed Heritage Designation Leflar/McClure Farm 9512 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33). H 8. Proposed Heritage Designation Kirkwood Estate 133 Main Street South Ward 4 (File G33). H 9. Proposed Heritage Designation Ebenezer School (Ebenezer Community Hall) 4494 Ebenezer Road Ward 10 (File G33). Discussion took place with respect to the Board s previous consideration with respect to heritage designation for this property during which time the Board confirmed its position outlined in its June 15, 2004 Recommendation HB (approved by Council on June 28, 2004) that this property be designated. The following motion was considered Page 10 of 16

11 HB That, as considered at the Meeting of January 18, 2005, the confirms its position that staff proceed with heritage designation of the Ebenezer School (Ebenezer Community Hall) 4494 Ebenezer Road Ward 10 (File G33). H 10. Proposed Heritage Designation John Howard Society Building 100 Queen Street West Ward 5 (File G33). H 11. Proposed Heritage Designation O Reilly-Kennedy Farmstead 7905 Mayfield Road Ward 10 (File G33). The Board reviewed a preliminary assessment of heritage resources for this property, which was provided with the agenda for this meeting. Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided details on a development application with respect to this property. Discussion took place with respect to the impact of this application on the heritage resources on the property. The following motion was considered. HB That the report from J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, dated May 2004, to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, re: Preliminary Assessment of Heritage Resources O Reilly-Kennedy Farmstead 7905 Mayfield Road Ward 10 (File G33) be received; and, That the City s Heritage Coordinator be directed to proceed with the expeditious heritage designation for this property. I. Churchville Heritage Conservation District * I 1. Minutes Churchville Heritage Committee November 8, 2004 (File G33CH) Page 11 of 16

12 HB That the Minutes of the Churchville Heritage Committee Meeting of November 8, 2004 (File G33CH), to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, be received. I 2. Minutes Churchville Heritage Committee December 13, 2004 (File G33CH). Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided an overview of the discussions which took place at the Churchville Heritage Committee Meeting of December 13, 2004 and highlighted two items requiring the Board s attention: heritage permit application from Kathy Pask for a new garage at 7534 Creditview Road; and a request for the Board s support to change the name of Church Street in Churchville to Amaziah Church Street. Discussion took place on these two matters and the following motion was considered. HB That the Minutes of the Churchville Heritage Committee Meeting of December 13, 2004 (File G33CH), to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, be received; and, That the Churchville Heritage Committee s recommendation for approval of the heritage permit application from Kathy Pask for a new garage at 7534 Creditview Road, outlined in the aforementioned minutes, be endorsed; and, That the matter relating to changing the name of Church Street to Amaziah Church Street, outlined in the aforementioned minutes, be referred to staff to investigate the street re-naming process and that the findings of this investigation be reported back to the Churchville Heritage Committee for consideration. J. Heritage Impact Assessments nil K. Correspondence * K 1. correspondence from Ms. Heather Thomson, Municipal Heritage Committee Advisor, Ministry of Culture, dated December 22, 2004, re: Update on Bill 60 An Act to Amend the Ontario Heritage Act (File G33) Page 12 of 16

13 HB That the correspondence from Ms. Heather Thomson, Municipal Heritage Committee Advisor, Ministry of Culture, dated December 22, 2004, to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, re: Update on Bill 60 An Act to Amend the Ontario Heritage Act (File G33) be received. * K 2. Correspondence from Ms. Linda Jeffrey, MPP, Brampton Centre, dated November 25, 2004, re: Bill 60 An Act to Amend the Ontario Heritage Act (File G33). HB That the correspondence from Ms. Linda Jeffrey, MPP, Brampton Centre, dated November 25, 2004, to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, re: Bill 60 An Act to Amend the Ontario Heritage Act (File G33) be received. * K 3. correspondence from Ms. Nancy Cameron, Chair, PROUD Partnerships, dated January 2, 2005, re: Concerns re Proposed Heritage District Development Port Dalhousie, Ontario (File G33). HB That the correspondence from Ms. Nancy Cameron, Chair, PROUD Partnerships, dated January 2, 2005, to the Meeting of January 26, 2005, re: Concerns re Proposed Heritage District Development Port Dalhousie, Ontario (File G33) be received. * K 4. Copy of correspondence from Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, to Ms. Lynne Genova, 259 Avondale Boulevard, Brampton, dated January 6, 2005, re: Information on Heritage Recognition for the Site of the Tragic Crash of Air Canada Flight 621 on July 5, 1970 Ward 10 (File G33). HB That the copy of correspondence from Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, to Ms. Lynne Genova, 259 Avondale Boulevard, Brampton, dated January 6, 2005, to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, re: Information on Heritage Recognition for the Site of the Tragic Crash of Air Canada Flight 621 on July 5, 1970 Ward 10 (File G33) be received Page 13 of 16

14 L. Other/New Business L 1. Invitation from Ms. Maureen Couse, Curatorial Assistant, Peel Heritage Complex, received November 18, 2004, re: Invitation to the to Participate in Heritage Day Celebrations Sunday, February 20, :00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Peel Heritage Complex 9 Wellington Street East (File G33). The Board considered its participation in the annual Heritage Day celebrations at the Peel Heritage Complex and it was indicated that members of the Board s Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee would coordinate the Board s participation. The following motion was considered. HB That the invitation from Ms. Maureen Couse, Curatorial Assistant, Peel Heritage Complex, received November 18, 2004, to the Meeting of January 18, 2005, re: Invitation to the to Participate in Heritage Day Celebrations Sunday, February 20, :00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Peel Heritage Complex 9 Wellington Street East (File G33) be received; and, That the participate in the aforementioned event through the setting up and manning of their display. L 2. Discussion at the request of Glen McTavish re: Proposed Purchase of Pop-up Tent for use in promoting the at Outdoor Events (File G33). Mr. Glen McTavish provided information on a proposed pop-up tent for use by the in its promotion at outdoor events, which included costing information. Discussion took place with respect to the purchase of a tent by the Board which included costs and silkscreening the Board s logo on the tent. The following motion was considered. HB That, as considered at the Meeting of January 18, 2005, approval be given for an allocation from the not to exceed $5, for the purchase of a 10 x 10 Pop-up Tent with silkscreened Page 14 of 16

15 Board logos for use by the Board in its promotion at outdoor events, subject to the provisions of the City s Purchasing Policy and Visual Standards Guidelines. L 3. Discussion re: Demolition of a Property on the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources without a Demolition Permit Mississauga Road Ward 6 (File G33). Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, distributed a document outlining the timeline leading to the demolition without a permit of the heritage resources on the property located at Mississauga Road, and provided an overview of the information contained therein. Discussion and questions on this matter included concerns about the loss of heritage resources through illegal demolition, amount of the fines levied against owners in these situations; provision under the Planning Act to allow for demolition permit applications to be filed after the fact; the status of listed heritage properties versus heritage designated properties; and the establishment of a meeting between the Board s Co-Chairs, the Commissioners of Planning, Design and Development and Legal Services, the Chief Building Official, the City s Heritage Coordinator and other staff as appropriate to determine if any repercussions could result with respect to any planning applications for this property as a result of the actions of this owner. The following motion was considered. HB Whereas, as its meeting of January 18, 2005, the considered the matter of the Demolition of a Property on the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources without a Demolition Permit Mississauga Road Ward 6 (File G33); and, Whereas at the time the Board expressed its grave concern and anger that a steward of some of the City s valuable heritage resources should show a total disregard for the laws; and, Therefore Be It Resolved that the supports the vigorous prosecution of this case and urges the prosecution to request the maximum penalty available under the law; and further, That the City s Heritage Coordinator be directed to establish a meeting between the Board s Co-Chairs, the Commissioners of Planning, Design and Development and Legal Services, the Chief Building Official, the City s Heritage Coordinator and other staff as appropriate to determine if any repercussions could result with Page 15 of 16

16 respect to any planning applications for this property as a result of this disregard for the law. M. Question Period M 1. Mr. Glen McTavish displayed a sample of material for potential use in future plaques, for the Board s information. He indicated that he would attempt to get 2 or 3 routered samples in varying sizes and bring them forward to a future meeting for consideration. N. Public Question Period nil O. Adjournment HB That the do now adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, February 15, 2005, at 7:00 p.m., or at the call of the Chair Page 16 of 16

17 February 15, 2005 Council Committee Room, 4th Floor, Brampton City Hall Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Mr. Robert Payne, Co-Chair Ms. Lynda Voegtle, Co-Chair City Councillor J. Hutton (arrived at 7:09 p.m.) Mr. John Armstrong Mr. Michael Avis Mr. Stephen Collie Mr. Glen McTavish Ms. Sharron Peet Ms. Maureen Sim Mr. Warren Hope (regrets) Mr. Paul Willoughby (regrets) Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development Ms. Terri Brenton, Legislative Coordinator, Management and Administrative Services

18 The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. and adjourned at 9:03 p.m. After due consideration of the matters placed before this Committee, the members beg leave to present its report as follows: Item Recommendation A. HB Approval of Agenda B. Conflicts of Interest C1. HB Minutes of the Meeting of January 18, 2005 D. Consent E. Delegations/Presentations F. Deferred/Referred/Unfinished Business Items G1. Annual Meeting of the Joint LACACs of Peel Sub-Committee G2.1 HB Heritage Incentives Sub-Committee Meeting of January 28, 2005 G3.1 HB Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of February 2, 2005 G4.1 Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee Discussion re: Brampton Heritage Board s Participation in Heritage Day Celebrations at the Peel Heritage Complex Organization and Volunteers Sunday, February 20, :00 noon to 4:00 p.m. G5. Ad Hoc Committee to Develop Proposal for Recognition of the City s Hamlets, Villages on the Friezes at Brampton City Hall G6.1 HB Ad Hoc Committee to Explore Options for the Re-use of the former CP Railway Station Meeting of February 7, 2005 H1. Proposed Heritage District Designations Washington Block and Main Street South (File G33) H2. Proposed Heritage Designation 325 Steeles Avenue West (formerly Sheridan College Daycare Centre) Team Three (Freed Homes) Ward 3 (File G33) Page 2 of 15

19 H3. Proposed Heritage Designation Alexander Hutton Farmhouse ( Bonnie Braes ) 8675 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) H4. Proposed Heritage Designation Philip Egan Farmhouse The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33) H5. Proposed Heritage Designation Breadner Homestead Tufton Crescent Ward 6 (File G33) H6. Proposed Heritage Designation Creditdale Farm 8028 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) H7. Proposed Heritage Designation Leflar/McClure Farm 9512 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) H8. Proposed Heritage Designation Kirkwood Estate 133 Main Street South Ward 4 (File G33) H9. Proposed Heritage Designation Ebenezer School (Ebenezer Community Hall) 4494 Ebenezer Road Ward 10 (File G33) H10. Proposed Heritage Designation John Howard Society Building 100 Queen Street West Ward 5 (File G33) H11. Proposed Heritage Designation O Reilly-Kennedy Farmstead 7905 Mayfield Road Ward 10 (File G33) H12. HB Proposed Heritage Designation Former Ontario Hospital Administration Building Former OPP Lands 15 McLaughlin Road South Ward 4 (File G33) I. Churchville Heritage Conservation District J. Heritage Impact Assessments K. Correspondence L1. HB Discussion re: Possible Future Uses of the Historic Bovaird House Property to Maximize its value to the City and Reinforce the Preservation of City-owned Heritage Properties (File G33) L2. HB Candidate Properties for Inclusion in the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources (File G33) Page 3 of 15

20 L3. HB Discussion re: Comments Application to Amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Apartment Complex 10, 12 and John Street and part of 21 Queen Street East Ward 3 (File C1E5.51/G33) L4. HB Damage to a property listed on the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources Harrison Hewgill Pioneer Cemetery 9749 Gore Road Ward 10 (File C10E9.5/G33) L5. HB History of the Brampton Curling Club 46 McMurchy Avenue South Ward 4 (File G33) M. Question Period N. Public Question Period O. HB Adjournment Co-Chair Robert Payne Co-Chair Ms. Lynda Voegtle Page 4 of 15

21 A. Approval of Agenda HB That the agenda for the Meeting of February 15, 2005 be approved, as amended, as follows: To add: G 2-1 Verbal report from Mr. R. Payne, Co-Chair, and Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, re: Heritage Incentives Sub-Committee Meeting of January 28, 2005 (File G33); and, G 3-1 Verbal report from Ms. L. Voegtle, Chair, Heritage Resources Sub- Committee, re: Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of February 2, 2005 (File G33). B. Conflicts of Interest nil C. Previous Minutes C 1. Minutes of the Meeting held on January 18, 2005 HB That the Minutes of the Meeting of January 18, 2005, to the Meeting of February 15, 2005, be received. D. Consent The following item(s) listed with an asterisk (*) were considered to be routine and noncontroversial by the Board and were approved at one time. (L5) E. Delegations/Presentations nil F. Deferred/Referred/Unfinished Business Items nil Page 5 of 15

22 G. Sub-Committees G 1. Annual Meeting of the Joint LACACs of Peel Sub-Committee (Brampton Hosting in 2006) G 2. Heritage Incentives Sub-Committee (Heritage Property Tax Rebate) 1. Verbal report from Mr. R. Payne, Co-Chair, and Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, re: Heritage Incentives Sub-Committee Meeting of January 28, 2005 (File G33). Mr. R. Payne, Co-Chair, and Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided a verbal report on the Heritage Incentive Sub-Committee Meeting of January 28, 2005, indicating that discussion took place with respect to the proposed Heritage Property Tax Rebate Program. They provided details on the components of this proposed program, and responded to questions with respect to the level of rebate, the number of properties expected to benefit in the first and subsequent years of the program, and timelines for its implementation. The following motion was considered. HB That the verbal report from Mr. R. Payne, Co-Chair, and Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, to the Meeting of February 15, 2005, re: Heritage Incentives Sub-Committee Meeting of January 28, 2005 (File G33) be received. G 3. Heritage Resources Sub-Committee (Designations, Cultural Landscapes, Heritage Inventory, Development Applications) 1. Verbal report from Ms. L. Voegtle, Chair, Heritage Resources Sub- Committee, re: Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of February 2, 2005 (File G33) Page 6 of 15

23 Ms. L. Voegtle, Chair, Heritage Resources Sub-Committee, provided a verbal report on the sub-committee meeting of February 2, 2005, which included discussion on candidates for inclusion in the Inventory of Heritage Resources, proposed and suggested boundaries for the downtown heritage district study, and proposed revisions to the Brampton Heritage Board Historic Plaque Program. Discussion took place on this matter during which time Ms. Voegtle and Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, responded to questions. Direction was given: That discussion on the s Historic Plaque Program be included as an agenda item for the Brampton Heritage Board Meeting of March 15, The following motion was considered. HB That the verbal report from Ms. L. Voegtle, Chair, Heritage Resources Sub- Committee, to the Meeting of February 15, 2005, re: Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of February 2, 2005 (File G33) be received. G 4. Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee (Historic Plaque Program, Newsletter, Projects) 1. Discussion re: s Participation in Heritage Day Celebrations at the Peel Heritage Complex Organization and Volunteers Sunday, February 20, :00 noon to 4:00 p.m. (File G33). Discussion took place with respect to the Board s participation in the Heritage Day Celebrations at the Peel Heritage Complex on Sunday, February 20, 2005, during which time it was confirmed that an adequate number of participating Board Members are available for set up, take down and manning of the display. It was also confirmed that adequate display materials and handouts, including the latest edition of the Board s newsletter and various brochures, are available for use at that time Page 7 of 15

24 G 5. Ad Hoc Committee to Develop Proposal for Recognition of the City s Hamlets, Villages on the Friezes at Brampton City Hall (originated during the City s Sesquicentennial Year) G 6. Ad Hoc Committee to Explore Options for the Re-use of the former CP Railway Station 1. Verbal report from Mr. G. McTavish, Ad Hoc Committee Chair, re: Ad Hoc Committee to Explore Options for the Re-use of the former CP Railway Station Meeting of February 7, 2005 (File G33). Mr. Glen McTavish, Ad Hoc Committee Chair, provided a verbal report on the Ad Hoc Committee Meeting of February 7, 2005, indicating that discussions took place with respect to the inventory of materials done at the time the Station was dismantled, proposed sites where the Station could be re-assembled and re-used, and review of the materials in storage to determine their current condition and which materials could be re-used. Mr. McTavish indicated that the Ad-Hoc Committee would be meeting again within the next two weeks and that he would be presenting a consolidated list of options for re-use of the Station for consideration at that time. The following motion was considered. HB That the verbal report from Mr. G. McTavish, Ad Hoc Committee Chair, to the Meeting of February 15, 2005, re: Ad Hoc Committee to Explore Options for the Re-use of the former CP Railway Station Meeting of February 7, 2005 (File G33) be received. H. Designation Program H 1. Proposed Heritage District Designations Washington Block and Main Street South (File G33) Page 8 of 15

25 H 2. Proposed Heritage Designation 325 Steeles Avenue West (formerly Sheridan College Daycare Centre) Team Three (Freed Homes) Ward 3 (File G33). H 3. Proposed Heritage Designation Alexander Hutton Farmhouse ( Bonnie Braes ) 8675 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided an update to the Board with respect to the negotiations between staff and the owners of this property relating to the perimeters for heritage designation of the property, highlighting the positions of the Board, City staff and the property owners. He advised that the report for designation of the farmhouse and cultural landscape has been put back into circulation to Senior Staff, after which it is anticipated to go forward to the Planning, Design and Development Committee for consideration and a recommendation to City Council. Mr. Leonard responded to questions with respect to the potential re-use of the farmhouse and securing the farmhouse against damage from the elements, vandalism, etc. He confirmed that the City of Brampton Guidelines for Securing Vacant and Derelict Built Heritage Resources were provided to the owners of this property. H 4. Proposed Heritage Designation Philip Egan Farmhouse The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33). H 5. Proposed Heritage Designation Breadner Homestead Tufton Crescent Ward 6 (File G33). H 6. Proposed Heritage Designation Creditdale Farm 8028 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) Page 9 of 15

26 H 7. Proposed Heritage Designation Leflar/McClure Farm 9512 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33). H 8. Proposed Heritage Designation Kirkwood Estate 133 Main Street South Ward 4 (File G33). H 9. Proposed Heritage Designation Ebenezer School (Ebenezer Community Hall) 4494 Ebenezer Road Ward 10 (File G33). Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided an update on the proposed heritage designation for this property, confirming that the heritage designation report for this property has been put back into circulation for review by Senior Staff and subsequent submission to the Planning, Design and Development Committee for consideration and a recommendation to City Council. H 10. Proposed Heritage Designation John Howard Society Building 100 Queen Street West Ward 5 (File G33). H 11. Proposed Heritage Designation O Reilly-Kennedy Farmstead 7905 Mayfield Road Ward 10 (File G33). H 12. Proposed Heritage Designation Former Ontario Hospital Administration Building Former OPP Lands 15 McLaughlin Road South Ward 4 (File G33). Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, referenced his Heritage Report Statement of Reason for Heritage Designation for this property, which was appended to the agenda for this meeting. He provided details on a staff report on this property, which was considered by the Planning, Design and Development Committee Meeting of January 31, 2005, and Page 10 of 15

27 requested consideration for a motion outlining the Board s position with respect to heritage designation of this property. The following motion was considered. HB That, as considered at the Meeting of February 15, 2005, the Board supports Planning, Design and Development Committee s January 31, 2005 Recommendation PDD (approved by Council on February 14, 2005) that the process for heritage designation of the Former Ontario Hospital Administration Building Former OPP Lands 15 McLaughlin Road South Ward 4 (File G33) be commenced immediately. I. Churchville Heritage Conservation District nil J. Heritage Impact Assessments nil K. Correspondence nil L. Other/New Business L 1. Discussion at the request of Mr. Michael Avis, re: Possible Future Uses of the Historic Bovaird House Property to Maximize its value to the City and Reinforce the Preservation of City-owned Heritage Properties (File G33). Mr. M. Avis requested the Board s consideration for the possible future uses of the Historic Bovaird House Property to maximize its use for the preservation of heritage properties. He advised that discussions along these lines have taken place with the Friends of Bovaird House Committee. Mr. Avis put forward a suggestion that the Historic Bovaird House property could be used for such means as providing a property for relocation of heritage resources that may be subject to demolition, such as the Leflar Plank on Plank House or the Fitzpatrick Log House. Discussion and questions on this matter included the size of the Historic Bovaird House Property, concerns that other buildings on the property could detract from the House itself, and questions with respect to the status of the proposal for a heritage subdivision in the City Page 11 of 15

28 A suggestion was put forward that a meeting be established with Mr. S. Solski, Manager of Arts, Culture and Theatre, Community Services, as this facility is under his jurisdiction, to include representatives from the Friends of Historic Bovaird House Committee, the, and Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development. Mr. Leonard agreed to assist Mr. Avis in setting up this meeting. That following motion was considered. HB That, as considered at the Meeting of February 15, 2005, a meeting be established with Mr. S. Solski, Manager of Arts, Culture and Theatre, Community Services, for a discussion on possible future uses of the Historic Bovaird House property, to include representatives from the Friends of Historic Bovaird House Committee, the, and Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development. L 2. Candidate Properties for Inclusion in the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources (File G33): 1. Ancillary Building 2A John Street Ward 3 2. The Mill Complex 60 Queen Street East Ward 1 3. Residential 42 Wellington Street West Ward 4 4. Ford Motor Company Brampton Sales and Parts Distribution Centre 8000 Dixie Road (west side of Dixie Road at Steeles Avenue) Ward 3 5. Bank of Montreal 69 Bramalea Road Ward 8 6. Former Horse Barn 87 Elliott Street (rear of property) Ward 4 7. Residential 10 Byng Avenue Ward 4 8. Pocock House (former dairy) 42 Frederick Street Ward 4 9. Residential Rosedale Avenue Ward Residential 89 John Street Ward Front Verandah 84 Nelson Street West Ward McArtur House 12 Mill Street South Ward Residential John Street Ward Residential 23 Centre Street South Ward Crawford Farmhouse (former Hillcrest Daycare Centre) 9279 Dixie Road (Crescent Hill Park) Ward 7 The Board reviewed these candidate properties for inclusion in the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources. A number of suggestions were put forward for other properties to be included in the inventory Page 12 of 15

29 Ms. L. Voegtle, Chair, of the Heritage Resources Sub-Committee, reminded members that any suggestions for properties to be included in the heritage inventory regard should first be put forward to the Sub-Committee for review and research. The following motion was considered. HB That, as considered at the Meeting of February 15, 2005, the following properties be endorsed for inclusion in the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources (File G33): 1. Ancillary Building 2A John Street Ward 3 2. The Mill Complex 60 Queen Street East Ward 1 3. Residential 42 Wellington Street West Ward 4 4. Ford Motor Company Brampton Sales and Parts Distribution Centre 8000 Dixie Road (west side of Dixie Road at Steeles Avenue) Ward 3 5. Bank of Montreal 69 Bramalea Road Ward 8 6. Former Horse Barn 87 Elliott Street (rear of property) Ward 4 7. Residential 10 Byng Avenue Ward 4 8. Pocock House (former dairy) 42 Frederick Street Ward 4 9. Residential Rosedale Avenue Ward Residential 89 John Street Ward Front Verandah 84 Nelson Street West Ward McArtur House 12 Mill Street South Ward Residential John Street Ward Residential 23 Centre Street South Ward Crawford Farmhouse (former Hillcrest Daycare Centre) 9279 Dixie Road (Crescent Hill Park) Ward 7 L 3. Discussion re: Comments Application to Amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Apartment Complex 10, 12 and John Street and part of 21 Queen Street East Ward 3 (File C1E5.51/G33). Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided an overview of his draft comments to be put forward regarding the proposal for an apartment complex at 10, 12 and John Street and part of 21 Queen Street East, which included the following topics: Existing Contextual Cues Height and Massing Stepped Back Treatments on Street Level Page 13 of 15

30 Heritage Conservation Districts Scale Materials and Detailing Proposed Alterations to Design Policy Considerations The Board held a discussion on this proposal and expressed concern about the impact that the proposed design, materials, detailing and height of this apartment complex would have Brampton s historic downtown. The following motion was considered. HB Whereas, at its meeting of February 15, 2005, the gave consideration to the proposal for an apartment complex at 10, 12 and John Street and part of 21 Queen Street East; and, Whereas at that time members of the Board expressed strong reservations and deep concerns with respect to all aspects of the design of this apartment complex, including height, materials and detailing, and its impacts on Brampton s historic downtown; and, Whereas at that time the Board considered the Region of Peel s commitment to work closely with the City of Brampton through the design approval process to finalize colours, materials and other details to respect the neighbourhood context, as outlined in the Region s John Street Apartment Development Fact Sheet dated January 2005; Therefore Be It Resolved that the appreciates the Region s commitment to work with the City with respect to the design of this apartment complex and would be prepared to provide its assistance to the Region and the City in this regard. L 4. Report from J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, dated February 10, 2005, re: Damage to a property listed on the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources Harrison Hewgill Pioneer Cemetery 9749 Gore Road Ward 10 (File C10E9.5/G33). Mr. J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided an overview of his report on the damage to the Harrison Hewgill Pioneer Cemetery, and advised that it is the City of Brampton s expectation that the cemetery will be fully restored, and that prosecution is being investigated Page 14 of 15

31 Mr. Leonard advised further that he is working with Mr. P. Webster, Cemetery Manager, Community Services, with respect to the restoration of the cemetery. He responded to questions with respect to the parties responsible for restoration costs and inventorying of other small cemeteries in the City. The following motion was considered. HB That the report from J. Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, dated February 10, 2005, to the Meeting of February 15, 2005, re: Damage to a property listed on the City of Brampton Inventory of Heritage Resources Harrison Hewgill Pioneer Cemetery 9749 Gore Road Ward 10 (File C10E9.5/G33) be received. * L 5. History of the Brampton Curling Club 46 McMurchy Avenue South Ward 4 (File G33). HB That the History of the Brampton Curling Club 46 McMurchy Avenue South Ward 4 (File G33), to the Meeting of February 15, 2005, be received. M. Question Period nil N. Public Question Period N 1. Mr. Rod and Mrs. Marzia Ernst, residents of Wellington Street in Brampton, put forward their comments with respect to Item L3 Proposed Apartment Complex 10, 12 and John Street and part of 21 Queen Street East in Ward 3. O. Adjournment HB That the do now adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at 7:00 p.m., or at the call of the Chair Page 15 of 15

32 March 15, 2005 Council Committee Room, 4th Floor, Brampton City Hall Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Ms. Lynda Voegtle, Co-Chair City Councillor J. Hutton Mr. John Armstrong Mr. Michael Avis Mr. Stephen Collie Mr. Glen McTavish Mr. Paul Willoughby (regrets) Mr. Robert Payne, Co-Chair Mr. Warren Hope (regrets) Ms. Maureen Sim (regrets) Ms. Sharron Peet (regrets) Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development Ms. Terri Brenton, Legislative Coordinator, Management and Administrative Services

33 The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. and adjourned at 8:50 p.m. After due consideration of the matters placed before this Committee, the members beg leave to present its report as follows: Item Recommendation A. HB Approval of Agenda B. Conflicts of Interest C1. HB Minutes of the Meeting of February 15, 2005 D. Consent E1. HB Proposed Relocation of the vacant Harrison-Hewgill Farmhouse on Gore Road in Ward 10 to a lot on McVean Drive north of Castlemore (File G33) F. Deferred/Referred/Unfinished Business Items G1. Annual Meeting of the Joint LACACs of Peel Sub-Committee G2. Heritage Incentives Sub-Committee G3. Heritage Resources Sub-Committee G4.1 Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee Options for Outreach during Annual Heritage Day Celebration (File G33) G5. Ad Hoc Committee to Develop Proposal for Recognition of the City s Hamlets, Villages on the Friezes at Brampton City Hall G6. Ad Hoc Committee to Explore Options for the Re-use of the former CP Railway Station H1. Proposed Heritage District Designations Washington Block and Main Street South (File G33) H2. Proposed Heritage Designation 325 Steeles Avenue West (formerly Sheridan College Daycare Centre) Team Three (Freed Homes) Ward 3 (File G33) Page 2 of 13

34 H3. Proposed Heritage Designation Alexander Hutton Farmhouse ( Bonnie Braes ) 8675 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) H4. Proposed Heritage Designation Philip Egan Farmhouse The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33) H5. Proposed Heritage Designation Breadner Homestead Tufton Crescent Ward 6 (File G33) H6. Proposed Heritage Designation Creditdale Farm 8028 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) H7. Proposed Heritage Designation Leflar/McClure Farm 9512 Creditview Road Ward 6 (File G33) H8. Proposed Heritage Designation Kirkwood Estate 133 Main Street South Ward 4 (File G33) H9. Proposed Heritage Designation Ebenezer School (Ebenezer Community Hall) 4494 Ebenezer Road Ward 10 (File G33) H10. Proposed Heritage Designation John Howard Society Building 100 Queen Street West Ward 5 (File G33) H11. Proposed Heritage Designation O Reilly-Kennedy Farmstead 7905 Mayfield Road Ward 10 (File G33) H12. Proposed Heritage Designation Former Ontario Hospital Administration Building Former OPP Lands 15 McLaughlin Road South Ward 4 (File G33) I. Churchville Heritage Conservation District J. Heritage Impact Assessments K1. HB Newsletter The Building Historian (File G33) K2. HB Restoration Workshops (File G33) L1. HB Historic Plaque Program (File G33) L2. HB Ontario Heritage Foundation Heritage Matters Publication Volume 3, Issue 1 (File G33) Page 3 of 13

35 M. Question Period N. Public Question Period O. HB Adjournment Co-Chair Robert Payne Co-Chair Ms. Lynda Voegtle Page 4 of 13

36 A. Approval of Agenda HB That the agenda for the Meeting of March 15, 2005 be approved as printed and circulated. B. Conflicts of Interest nil C. Previous Minutes C 1. Minutes of the Meeting held on February 15, 2005 HB That the Minutes of the Meeting of February 15, 2005 (File G33), to the Meeting of March 15, 2005, be received. D. Consent The following item(s) listed with an asterisk (*) were considered to be routine and noncontroversial by the Board and were approved at one time. (K1, K2, L2) E. Delegations/Presentations E 1. Delegations re: Proposed Relocation of the vacant Harrison-Hewgill Farmhouse on Gore Road in Ward 10 to a lot on McVean Drive north of Castlemore (File G33): 1. Mr. Paul Morresi, MMC 2. Mr. Bob Lackey, Candevcon 3. Mr. Lynn Barkey, Criterion Developments Mr. Lynn Barkey of Criterion Developments informed the Board that his company owns the land on which the Harrison-Hewgill farmhouse sits, that a draft plan has been filed with the City of Brampton related to development of this land, and the farmhouse currently sits on a secondary school block Page 5 of 13

37 Mr. Barkey advised that his company intends to relocate the farmhouse to land owned by Mr. Morresi of MMC and discussions have taken place with Mr. Morresi and Mr. Bob Lackey of Candevcon in this regard. He indicated that Mr. Morresi is in favour of moving the farmhouse to his land and that he has undertaken this type of work in the past. Mr. Barkey indicated that his company is excited about this relocation and urged the Board to look upon this favourably. Mr. Bob Lackey of Candevcon circulated a number of photographs including ones showing various dwellings built in the period of the Harrison-Hewgill farmhouse, the site the farmhouse currently sits on, and a home from the same period as the farmhouse with a wing added to it. He circulated before and after photographs of the farmhouse showing its current state and how they intend to restore it, and provided details on their restoration plans. He indicated that they are looking for the Board s support for their relocation/restoration plans. Mr. Morresi responded to questions with respect to what he intends to do with the farmhouse once it has been relocated and restored, indicating that he would own the house and wasn t sure if he would live in it himself or sell it depending on how the market is. Mr. Morresi and Mr. Lackey provided details on the site that they want to relocate the farmhouse to, indicating that the farmhouse would be in a context similar to where it sits today, i.e. 1.2 acres of land immediately adjacent to about 4 or 5 acres of valleyland. The Board held a discussion on this matter, asked questions of the delegations with respect to timing for relocation/restoration, servicing to the site and heritage designation of the farmhouse. Mr. Jim Leonard, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, confirmed that the original farmhouse would be a candidate for heritage designation, that he believes the delegations are on the right track with their restoration plans, and suggested that it is important for the delegations to work closely with staff and bring back their designs to the Board should they proceed with their plans for relocation/restoration. The following motion was considered. HB That the following delegations, to the Meeting of March 15, 2005, re: Proposed Relocation of the vacant Harrison-Hewgill Farmhouse on Gore Road in Ward 10 to a lot on McVean Drive north of Castlemore (File G33) be received: 1. Mr. Paul Morresi, MMC 2. Mr. Bob Lackey, Candevcon 3. Mr. Lynn Barkey, Criterion Developments Page 6 of 13