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MINUTES - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20171016 Town of Aurora Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Date: Monday, October 16, 2017 Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall Committee Members: Councillor Wendy Gaertner (Chair), Councillor Jeff Thom (Vice Chair) (arrived 7:12 p.m.), Neil Asselin, Barry Bridgeford, James Hoyes, Bob McRoberts (Honorary Member), Martin Paivio, and Ken Turriff Member(s) Absent: John Kazilis Other Attendees: Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services, Jeff Healey, Planner, and Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Secretary The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. 1. Approval of the Agenda Moved by Martin Paivio Seconded by Bob McRoberts That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. Carried 2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. 3. Receipt of the Minutes Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of September 11, 2017 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 2 of 6 Moved by James Hoyes Seconded by Neil Asselin That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of September 11, 2017, be received for information. Carried 4. Delegations (a) Joanne Russo, Owner Re: Item 1 – HAC17-022 – Heritage Permit Application, 29 Mark Street, File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-15 Ms. Russo provided an overview of the details and intent of the proposed second storey-addition, and responded to questions from the Committee. Moved by Barry Bridgeford Seconded by Bob McRoberts That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 1. Carried 5. Matters for Consideration 1. HAC17-022 – Heritage Permit Application, 29 Mark Street File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-15 Staff provided a brief overview of the application and provided details of the proposed second-storey addition. The Committee discussed various aspects of the proposed addition including roof height, the typology of design, the impact of the structure on the neighbourhood, and inquired about required variances that would be addressed at Committee of Adjustment. Moved by Neil Asselin Seconded by Councillor Thom 1. That Report No. HAC17-022 be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 3 of 6 (a) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-15 for a 118.8 m2 second-storey addition and a 3 m2 rear addition be approved. Carried 2. HAC17-020 – Request to Designate under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, 49 Wells Street “Town Park” Staff provided an overview of the report and provided details on the historical and associative value of Town Park, and advised that a designation by-law would be brought forward to Council to designate Town Park under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The Committee discussed the specific heritage attributes and their significance, and agreed to amend the Summary of Heritage Attributes. Moved by Barry Bridgeford Seconded by Neil Asselin 1. That Report No. HAC17-020 be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: (a) That the Town Park located at 49 Wells Street be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage value or interest; and (b) That the Town Clerk be authorized to publish and serve Council's Notice of Intention to Designate as per requirements of the Act; and (c) That the designation by-law be brought before Council for passing if no objections were received within the thirty (30) day objection period as per requirements of the Act; and (d) That the following amendments to the Summary of Heritage Attributes be included: • The overall park setting, including the natural landscape of the existing park; • The presence of a bandshell; • The presence of a baseball diamond; and • A playground. Carried as amended Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 4 of 6 3. HAC17-023 – Doors Open Aurora 2017 – Event Summary Report Staff gave an overview of the Doors Open Aurora 2017 event and noted the efforts of volunteers, summer students and staff. The Committee commended the efforts of all those involved in making this a successful event. Moved by Ken Turriff Seconded by Councillor Thom 1. That Report No. HAC17-023 be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee extend a thank you to the following individuals and groups for their support of Doors Open Aurora 2017: (a) All site owners/operators; (b) All volunteers and site staff; (c) The Auroran newspaper; and (d) The Mayor, Members of Council, and supporting Town staff. Carried 4. Memorandum from Acting Manager of Parks Re: Tree Removal Permit Application #064 for 52 Centre Street Staff provided an overview of the application and gave details about the tree in question. The Committee inquired about the process for contracted arborists to operate in the Town and the methods to inform home owners of the Tree By-law regulations, specifically within the Heritage District. Staff noted that the development of suitable communication measures to residents is in progress. Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Councillor Thom 1. That the memorandum regarding Tree Removal Permit Application #064 for 52 Centre Street be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: (a) That Tree Removal Permit Application #064 for the removal of one black walnut tree at 52 Centre Street be approved. Carried Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 5 of 6 6. Informational Items 5. Extract from Council Meeting of September 12, 2017 Re: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of July 17, 2017 Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Martin Paivio 1. That the Extract from Council Meeting of September 12, 2017, regarding the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of July 17, 2017, be received for information. Carried 6. Extract from Council Meeting of September 12, 2017 Re: Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-08 Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Martin Paivio 1. That the Extract from the Council Meeting of September 12, 2017, regarding Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-08, be received for information. Carried 7. New Business The Chair welcomed Ken Turriff to the Committee. Staff provided an update regarding the archaeological excavation at the Aurora United Church site. Staff provided an update on the Collis Leather factory site at 45 Tyler Street. Staff provided an update on the status of the Brookland Avenue culvert and road reconstruction work, stating that work was delayed and will be completed, weather permitting. Staff provided an update on the site construction at 32 Wellington Street East, and displayed plans of the proposed construction. Staff provided an update on the 32 Wells Street reconstruction, stating that the lot coverage is within required provisions. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 6 of 6 Staff noted that the business signage on a Mosley Street residential property is under investigation. Staff informed that the light armoured vehicle (LAV) will be installed at Aurora’s War Memorial Peace Park in time for Remembrance Day. The Committee inquired about the inventory of architectural attributes of existing Heritage properties on Yonge Street, and staff noted that they are in the process of gathering information and a report will be brought to the Committee at a future meeting. The Committee inquired about the status of the grade separation at Wellington Street by Metrolinx, and staff provided clarification. 8. Adjournment Moved by Neil Asselin Seconded by James Hoyes That the meeting be adjourned at 8:27 p.m. Carried Committee recommendations are not binding on the Town unless otherwise adopted by Council.