MINUTES - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20191104
Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date: Monday, November 4, 2019
Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: Neil Asselin, John Green, Matthew Kinsella, Bob McRoberts
(Vice Chair), Hoda Soliman, Mayor Tom Mrakas (ex-officio)
Members Absent: Jeff Lanthier, Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Other Attendees: Carlson Tsang, Planner, Linda Bottos, Council/Committee
Coordinator
The Vice Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
The Vice Chair welcomed new staff member Carlson Tsang, Planner, to the Committee.
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by John Green
Seconded by Neil Asselin
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, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50.
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3. Receipt of the Minutes
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 3, 2019
Moved by Matthew Kinsella
Seconded by Neil Asselin
That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 3, 2019, be
received for information.
Carried
4. Delegations
None
5. Matters for Consideration
1. HAC19-005 – Doors Open Aurora 2019 – Event Summary Report
Staff provided a brief overview of the report highlighting the event attendance,
visitor survey results, and advertising, and noted that the 2020 event estimated
costs are not expected to increase above the expenditures of the 2019 event.
The Committee inquired about the possibility of holding the Doors Open
Aurora 2020 event in the fall instead of the summer, and suggestions were
offered toward improving the impact of event promotion efforts through social
media.
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by Matthew Kinsella
1. That Report No. HAC19-005 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 2019:
(a) All site owners/operators;
(b) All volunteers and site staff;
(c) The Auroran newspaper; and
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(d) The Mayor, Members of Council, and supporting Town staff.
Carried
2. HAC19-006 – Mitigation Tactics to Prevent Illegal Demolition of Listed
Heritage Buildings
Staff provided a brief overview of the report and the two proposed strategies to
prevent unlawful demolition of listed heritage buildings.
The Committee inquired about the proposed $10,000 security deposit on
demolition permit applications and suggested that a higher amount, possibly
determined by property category and a sliding scale, may be more effective in
discouraging illegal demolition. The Committee further inquired about current
punitive measures and suggested a property freeze option. Staff provided
clarification regarding provisions under the Planning Act and emphasized the
need for a comprehensive review of the Town’s Register of Properties of
Cultural Heritage Value or Interest toward identifying those listed properties
that may be eligible for designation and increased protection under the Ontario
Heritage Act. The Committee further suggested that incentives could be
offered to those who comply with the process. It was agreed that any collected
monies should be allocated to the Town’s Heritage Reserve fund.
Moved by Matthew Kinsella
Seconded by Hoda Soliman
1. That Report No. HAC19-006 be received; and
2. That the comments and suggestions regarding Mitigation Tactics to
Prevent Illegal Demolition of Listed Heritage Buildings be received and
referred to staff for consideration and action as appropriate.
Carried
6. Informational Items
3. HAC19-004 – Approval of Heritage Permit HPA-19-05 under Delegated
Authority
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Staff provided a brief overview of the report and approved application to allow
the construction of a second-level deck at the rear of a heritage building known
as The Parteger House at 220 Old Yonge Street.
The Committee noted the 2016 Heritage designation of the property and
expressed concerns regarding the planned alteration of the bunker roof under
the proposed deck, as well as the projection of the deck beyond the south
walls of the house. Staff agreed to contact the Building Division regarding the
application status and request that the owner consider working with staff in
adjusting the plans. Staff further agreed to request additional deck plan
information, including baluster and railing details, and provide a future update
to the Committee.
Main motion as amended
Moved by Matthew Kinsella
Seconded by Hoda Soliman
1. That Report No. HAC19-004 be received; and
2. That the comments and suggestions regarding Report No. HAC19-
004 – Approval of Heritage Permit HPA-19-05 under Delegated
Authority be received and referred to staff for consideration and
action as appropriate.
Carried as amended
4. Memorandum from Deputy Town Clerk
Re: Advisory Committee Chair Rotation
Staff provided a brief overview of the memorandum. The Committee agreed to
address this matter at the next meeting in December 2019.
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by John Green
1. That the memorandum regarding Advisory Committee Chair Rotation be
received for information.
Carried
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7. Adjournment
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by Matthew Kinsella
That the meeting be adjourned at 7:56 p.m.
Carried