October 18, Peter Dymond Jim Leonard (regrets) Mitch St. Clair (regrets)

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1 Committee of the Council of The Corporation of the City of Brampton October 18, 2011 Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Lynda Voegtle, Co-Chair Paul Willoughby, Co-Chair City Councillor John Hutton Wards 2 and 6 Michael Avis Jeff Chalmers Diana Kazor Douglas McLeod David Moote Susan Soares Gary Steele Robi van Belkom David Whyte Ken Wilde Stephen Collie (regrets) Peter Dymond Jim Leonard (regrets) Mitch St. Clair (regrets) Planning, Design and Development Department: Karl Walsh, Director of Community Design, Parks Planning and Development Alex Taranu, Manager of Urban Design and Public Buildings Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinator Corporate Services Department: Terri Brenton, Legislative Coordinator

2 The meeting was called to order at 7:13 p.m. and adjourned at 8:20 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 C 1. of the Meeting of September 20, 2011 D. Consent E 1. HB Preservation of the Hamlet of Wildfield (File G33) F 1-1. HB of the Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of October 3, 2011 (File G33) F 2-1. HB of the Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee Meeting of September 28, 2011 (File G33) G 1. G 2. Proposed Designations Recent Designations H. Churchville Heritage Conservation District I 1. HB Heritage Impact Assessment The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33) J 1. Restoration of Alderlea Designated Heritage Property 40 Elizabeth Street South Ward 4 K. Correspondence L 1. HB Development of a Protocol for the Acquisition of Furnishings and Fixtures for Alderlea 40 Elizabeth Street South Ward 4 (File G33) L 2. HB Staff Comments re: Heritage Incentive Grant Project Completion St. Patrick s Parish Cemetery Plaque Hamlet of Wildfield The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33) Page 2 of 11

3 L 3. HB Heritage Incentive Grant Project Completion Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) McVean Farm Site Claireville Conservation Area Ward 10 (File G33) L 4. HB Heritage Permit Application 77 Main Street South Ward 4 (File G33) L 5. HB Proposed Date for Joint Meeting of Municipal Heritage Committees of Peel June 15 or 22, 2012 (File G33) M. Information Items N. Question Period O. Public Question Period P. HB Adjournment Co-Chair Ms. Lynda Voegtle Co-Chair Mr. Paul Willoughby Page 3 of 11

4 A. Approval of Agenda HB That the agenda for the Meeting of October 18, 2011 be approved as amended as follows: To add: E 1. Peter Robertson, Brampton Resident, re: Preservation of the Hamlet of Wildfield (File G33). B. Conflicts of Interest nil C. Previous C 1. September 20, 2011 The subject minutes were considered by Planning, Design and Development Committee on October 3, 2011, and the recommendations were approved by Council on October 12, The minutes were included with the agenda for this meeting for information. A correction was noted to the subject minutes, as follows: Page C 1-5 amend the reference to Radio Museum in Rockwood to read Halton County Radial Railway Museum, Rockwood, Ontario. D. Consent The following item listed with an asterisk (*) was considered to be routine and non-controversial by the Board and were approved at one time. (nil) E. Delegations/Presentations E 1. Peter Robertson, Brampton Resident, re: Preservation of the Hamlet of Wildfield (File G33). Peter Robertson, Brampton Resident, put forward the following: Details on his delegation to the Planning, Design and Development Committee Meeting of October 17, 2011, and the suggestion put forward at that time that he delegate this meeting Page 4 of 11

5 Overview of the history of the Hamlet of Wildfield and the other hamlets that existed in that area, referencing George Tavender s book From this Year Hence Proposal toward the preservation of the Hamlet of Wildfield, specifically for a heritage commercial retail plaza on The Gore Road south of Mayfield Road Written submission outlining details for achieving the plaza, including suggestions for relocation of local heritage resources and waiving of the commercial development levy Mr. Robertson responded to questions from the Board with respect to his proposal for a heritage commercial retail plaza. Board consideration of this matter included: The City s overall review of heritage resources, to include prioritization of these resources Suggestions for the heritage-type shops that could be incorporated into the proposed heritage commercial retail plaza, i.e. antique market, arts and crafts stores Incorporation of an educational component into the proposed plaza, e.g. public library A motion was introduced to receive the delegation and request a staff report on this matter. Staff clarified that the Board s motion should be for receipt of the delegation, since direction to staff was already given at the Planning, Design and Development Committee Meeting of October 17, HB That the delegation and written submission from Peter Robertson, Brampton Resident, to the Meeting of October 18, 2011, re: Preservation of the Hamlet of Wildfield (File G33) be received. F. Sub-Committees F 1. Heritage Resources Sub-Committee (Designations, Cultural Landscapes, Heritage Inventory, Development Applications, Heritage Incentives) F 1-1. Heritage Resources Sub-Committee October 3, 2011 (File G33) Page 5 of 11

6 Lynda Voegtle, Sub-Committee Chair, provided details on the Board s tour of Huttonville on Saturday, October 15, On behalf of the Board, she extended thanks to City Councillor John Hutton and area resident Mrs. Hassell, for their efforts in providing the tour. HB That the of the Heritage Resources Sub-Committee Meeting of October 3, 2011 (File G33), to the Brampton Heritage Board Meeting of October 18, 2011, be received. F 2. Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee (Historic Plaque Program, Newsletter, Projects, Events, Awards) F 2-1. Outreach and Marketing Sub-Committee September 28, 2011 (File G33). Board consideration of this matter included: Information from Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, about the City s policies relating to social networking Suggestions for potential speakers and topics for the 2012 Joint Meeting of Municipal Heritage Committees of Peel Questions about the creation of an updated map and details from Paul Willoughby, Sub-Committee Member, in response HB That the of the Outreach and Marketing Sub- Committee Meeting of September 28, 2011 (File G33), to the Meeting of October 18, 2011, be received. G. Designation Program G 1. Proposed Designations A list of properties proposed for heritage designation was provided with the agenda for this meeting. In response to a question, Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, Page 6 of 11

7 provided details on the reasons that the Pendergast Cabin is not included on the list of proposed designations. G 2. Recent Designations nil H. Churchville Heritage Conservation District nil I. Heritage Impact Assessments I The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33): Staff Comments Heritage Impact Assessment Mark Hall, Heritage Consultant, was in attendance to respond to any questions. No questions were put forward by the Board. Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided an overview of the subject Staff Comments and Heritage Impact Assessment, highlighting the proposed mitigation options and the recommendations from staff. HB That the Staff Comments from Antonietta Minichillo and Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinators, Planning, Design and Development, dated September 30, 2011, to the Meeting of October 18, 2011, re: Heritage Impact Assessment The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33), be received; and, 2. That the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by MW Hall Corporation, for Fulton Bridge Estates Inc., dated September 29, 2011, to the Meeting of October 18, 2011, re: The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33), be received; and, 3. That the removal/demolition of the building on the subject property be allowed, and that the mitigation plan outlined in the subject Heritage Impact Assessment be supported, subject to the following conditions: The property owner provide supporting documentation to the City of Brampton confirming that the building was offered for relocation, and if relocation efforts are unsuccessful, that salvage for reuse preferably to heritage related-projects be explored; Page 7 of 11

8 A qualified built heritage consultant be hired to conduct the recording and documentation of the building and outline the elements recommended for salvage; That the property owner provide a copy of the Cultural Heritage Documentation Report to the City of Brampton, the Brampton Public Library, and the Region of Peel Archives; A reputable contractor be obtained to salvage the identified building components; The destination of the salvaged materials be determined prior to the initiation of any salvage process; Remnant materials (i.e. salvaged brick) be integrated into various park components, such as signage, seatwalls, shade structures, architectural elements, etc.; Heritage interpretive signage in the form of a pedestal plaque be erected at the developer s expense; The plaque be produced to City standards for heritage interpretive signage; Naming of local roads and the parkette after the Byrne family; All other naming opportunities be explored for nearby streets and other municipal assets based on the historical research; With the recently approved Official Plan Amendment for Heritage Building Protection Plan, there will be some compensation requirements for the The Gore Road property. A compensation strategy will be developed to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Planning, Design and Development. J. Status Updates (when new information is available) J 1. Restoration of Alderlea Designated Heritage Property 40 Elizabeth Street South Ward 4 Alex Taranu, Manager of Urban Design and Public Buildings, Planning, Design and Development, provided an update on the restoration of Alderlea. K. Correspondence nil Page 8 of 11

9 L. Other/New Business L 1. Discussion at the request of David Moote, Board Member, re: Development of a Protocol for the Acquisition of Furnishings and Fixtures for Alderlea 40 Elizabeth Street South Ward 4 (File G33). David Moote, Board Member, requested that this item be deferred for consideration at the Meeting of January 17, 2012, and outlined the reasons for his request. HB That the item for discussion at the request of David Moote, Board Member, listed on the agenda for the Meeting of October 18, 2011, re: Development of a Protocol for the Acquisition of Furnishings and Fixtures for Alderlea 40 Elizabeth Street South Ward 4 (File G33) be deferred to the Meeting of January 17, L 2. Staff Comments re: Heritage Incentive Grant Project Completion St. Patrick s Parish Cemetery Plaque Hamlet of Wildfield The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33). Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided an overview of the subject Staff Comments, highlighting the recommendation outlined within. HB That the Staff Comments from Antonietta Minichillo and Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinators, Planning, Design and Development, dated September 7, 2011, to the Meeting of October 18, 2011, re: Heritage Incentive Grant Project Completion St. Patrick s Parish Cemetery Plaque Hamlet of Wildfield The Gore Road Ward 10 (File G33) be received; and, 2. That approval be given for a revised grant amount of $1, to reflect the true cost of the project, as outlined in the subject Staff Comments Page 9 of 11

10 L 3. Staff Comments re: Heritage Incentive Grant Project Completion Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) McVean Farm Site Claireville Conservation Area Ward 10 (File G33). Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided an overview of the subject Staff Comments. HB That the Staff Comments from Antonietta Minichillo and Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinators, Planning, Design and Development, dated September 30, 2011, to the Brampton Heritage Board Meeting of October 18, 2011, re: Heritage Incentive Grant Project Completion Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) McVean Farm Site Claireville Conservation Area Ward 10 (File G33) be received. L 4. Heritage Permit Application 77 Main Street South Ward 4 (File G33). Pierre Beaumier, property owner, was in attendance and, in response to a question about a potential previous owner of the subject property, confirmed that this individual was not a previous owner. Stavroula Kassaris, Heritage Coordinator, Planning, Design and Development, provided an overview of the subject application. HB That the Heritage Permit Application from Pierre and Colleen Beaumier, Brampton, to the Meeting of October 18, 2011, re: 77 Main Street South Ward 4 (File G33) be received; and, 2. That that endorses the subject heritage permit application as presented; and, 3. That staff be directed to process the subject heritage permit application in accordance with legislated requirements and subject to any applicable City approvals Page 10 of 11

11 L 5. Discussion re: Proposed Date for Joint Meeting of Municipal Heritage Committees of Peel June 15 or 22, 2012 (File G33). Board discussion took place with respect to the proposed dates for the 2012 Joint Meeting of Municipal Heritage Committees of Peel, and the following motion was considered. HB That the 2012 Joint Meeting of Municipal Heritage Committees of Peel, to be hosted by the City of Brampton and the Brampton Heritage Board, be held on Friday, June 15, M. Information Items nil N. Question Period N 1. City Councillor John Hutton asked if a venue had been selected for the Board s annual dinner in December 2011, and it was indicated that one had not been chosen. Councillor Hutton requested that Board Members provide their suggestions for a venue for consideration at the Board Meeting of November 15, O. Public Question Period nil P. Adjournment HB That the do now adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. or at the call of the Chair Page 11 of 11