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Agenda (Appointed) - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20251208Town of Aurora Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Revised Agenda Date:Monday, December 8, 2025 Time:7 p.m. Location:Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall Meetings are available to the public in person and via live stream on the Town’s YouTube channel. To participate, please visit aurora.ca/participation. Pages 1.Call to Order Note: Added items are marked with an asterisk (*). 2.Land Acknowledgement 3.Approval of the Agenda 4.Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof 5.Receipt of the Minutes 5.1 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of October 6, 2025 1 That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of October 6, 2025, be received for information. 1. 6.Delegations *6.1 Christopher Watts, The Aurora Heritage Authority; Re: The Town of Aurora's Sesquicentennial Plaques 7 7.Matters for Consideration 7.1 Memorandum from Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage; Re: Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-01 - 220 Old Yonge Street 18 That the memorandum regarding Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-01 - 220 Old Yonge Street be received; and 1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee comments regarding Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-01 - 220 Old Yonge Street 2. be received and referred to staff for consideration and further action as appropriate. 7.2 Memorandum from Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage; Re: Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-02 - 57 Fleury Street 25 That the memorandum regarding Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-02 - 57 Fleury Street be received; and 1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee comments regarding Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-02 - 57 Fleury Street be received and referred to staff for consideration and further action as appropriate. 2. 8.Informational Items 9.New Business 10.Adjournment Town of Aurora Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Date: Time: Location: Monday, October 6, 2025 7 p.m. Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall Committee Members: Councillor Wendy Gaertner (Chair) Cynthia Bettio* Linda Duringer Bob McRoberts, Honourary Member Rocco Morsillo Members Absent: John Green, Aurora Historical Society Rep. (Vice Chair) Chris Polsinelli Other Attendees: Councillor Ron Weese* Adam Robb, Manager, Policy Planning and Heritage Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator *Attended electronically _____________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. The Committee consented to recess the meeting at 8:30 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:38 p.m. The Committee consented to extend the hour past 9 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 2. Land Acknowledgement The Committee acknowledged that the meeting took place on Anishinaabe lands, the traditional and treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island, recognizing the many other Nations whose presence here continues to this day, the special relationship the Chippewas have with the lands and waters of this Page 1 of 36 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes October 6, 2025 2 territory, and that Aurora has shared responsibility for the stewardship of these lands and waters. It was noted that Aurora is part of the treaty lands of the Mississaugas and Chippewas, recognized through Treaty #13 and the Williams Treaties of 1923. 3. Approval of the Agenda Moved by Linda Duringer Seconded by Bob McRoberts That the revised agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. Carried 4. 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. 5. Receipt of the Minutes 5.1 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 9, 2025 Moved by Linda Duringer Seconded by Rocco Morsillo 1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 9, 2025, be received for information. Carried 6. Delegations 6.1 David Heard, Resident; Re: Item 7.4 - Memorandum from Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage; Re: Downtown Community Planning Permit System The Committee consented to consider Delegations item 6.1 following consideration of item 7.4. David Heard spoke about the challenges of advocating for heritage building and culture preservation and expressed support for the proposed Community Planning Permit System and increased density toward a more Page 2 of 36 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes October 6, 2025 3 vibrant downtown core. David further expressed the need for continued protection of the heritage building facades and suggested that the Fleury Foundry property is worthy of designation and should be an anchor piece. Moved by Linda Duringer Seconded by Rocco Morsillo That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to item 7.4. Carried 7. Matters for Consideration 7.1 Memorandum from Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage; Re: Heritage Permit Application HPA-2025-05 - 49 Fleury Street Staff provided an overview of the memorandum and proposed alterations on the designated property at 49 Fleury Street located in the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District. The Committee expressed support for the application and agreed that the approval process should be streamlined for this type of improvement project, and staff confirmed that delegated approval under the Director would be appropriate. Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Linda Duringer 1. That the memorandum regarding Heritage Permit Application HPA- 2025-05 - 49 Fleury Street be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee comments regarding Heritage Permit Application HPA-2025-05 be received and referred to staff for consideration and further action as appropriate. Carried 7.2 Memorandum from Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage; Re: Request to Remove a Listed Property from the Heritage Register - 15 Tyler Street Staff provided an overview of the memorandum and proposed five-storey development on the listed, non-designated property at 15 Tyler Street located in the Aurora Promenade area. Page 3 of 36 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes October 6, 2025 4 Paul Oberst, Heritage Consultant and Architect, presented an overview of the cultural heritage evaluation report and assessment of the subject property, including property description and zoning, Town heritage information, floor plans, photos, heritage criteria, and conclusions. The Committee expressed no opposition to the proposed delisting of the property and suggested that a plaque be installed on the property to commemorate the historical significance of the builder John Bowser. The Committee and staff discussed the need to establish a set of criteria and metrics for the Committee to determine the commemorative value of a property toward preserving and celebrating local history. Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Linda Duringer 1. That the memorandum regarding Request to Remove a Listed Property from the Heritage Register - 15 Tyler Street be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee comments regarding Request to Remove a Listed Property from the Heritage Register - 15 Tyler Street be received and referred to staff for consideration and further action as appropriate. Carried 7.3 Memorandum from Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage; Re: Heritage Permit Application HPA-2025-04 - 16003 Yonge Street Staff provided an overview of the memorandum, including the proposed relocation of the existing dwelling and alterations, and the proposed development of a five-storey residential apartment building on the designated heritage property at 16003 Yonge Street and adjacent lands. Emma Cohlmeyer, Associate, ERA Architects, presented an overview of the proposal, including site history, heritage status, conservation design parameters, relocation of existing dwelling and rear addition, and conservation strategy. The Committee and staff discussed various aspects including the prominence and street view of the proposed relocation site, the potential to salvage any material and red bricks from the rear section, minimizing tree removal, the possible installation of a plaque to honour the property's Page 4 of 36 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes October 6, 2025 5 heritage as the "Red House," restoration and conservation management plans for the Red House, Ministry requirements for a heritage property archaeological assessment, and potential traffic lights. The Committee was generally supportive of the proposal but agreed that the exterior of the new rear addition should blend with the existing red brick and character of the building, and have a pitched roof instead of a flat roof. Moved by Linda Duringer Seconded by Bob McRoberts 1. That the memorandum regarding Heritage Permit Application HPA- 2025-04 - 16003 Yonge Street be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee comments regarding Heritage Permit Application HPA-2025-04 be received and referred to staff for consideration and further action as appropriate. Carried 7.4 Memorandum from Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage; Re: Downtown Community Planning Permit System Staff provided an overview of the memorandum and proposed Community Planning Permit System (CPPS), a land-use planning tool to streamline the development application and approval process and pro-actively manage growth in a sympathetic manner with a focus on the protection of heritage buildings and facades in the downtown area. The Committee and staff discussed various aspects including control over design and materiality, open house feedback, the protection of heritage buildings and facades, and implementation of the CPPS through a Community Planning Permit By-law, effectively a zoning by-law for the downtown area. The Committee expressed support for the CPPS and proposed increased heights, and also suggested extending the subject area to Mill Street to incorporate the Fleury Mill Works property. Staff advised that more details will be provided at the Special Public Planning meeting to be held on October 29, 2025. Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Linda Duringer Page 5 of 36 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes October 6, 2025 6 1. That the memorandum regarding Downtown Community Planning Permit System be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee comments regarding Downtown Community Planning Permit System be received and referred to staff for consideration and further action as appropriate. Carried 8. Informational Items None. 9. New Business The Committee provided an update on the planning of the Town’s first Heritage Week event, starting with the kickoff at 10 a.m. on Family Day, February 16, 2026. The Committee commented on the issues with signage and graffiti on heritage buildings in the downtown core. Staff provided a response noting any concerns and the enforcement of issues can continue to be addressed by By-law Services. The Committee inquired about the possibility of a collaboration between the Aurora Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) and the Heritage Advisory Committee to attract more business to the downtown core area. Staff provided a response noting that Planning and Economic Development staff work closely together and can continue to relay future opportunities back to the Committee. The Committee inquired about whether a plaque should be installed at 32 Wellington Street East (the “David W. Doan House”), and staff agreed to follow up. The Committee observed that the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District currently has only a few sidewalk markers identifying the district and inquired about the possibility of adding street signage. Staff agreed to follow up. 10. Adjournment Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Linda Duringer That the meeting be adjourned at 9:34 p.m. Carried Page 6 of 36 100 John West Way Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1 (905) 727-3123 aurora.ca Delegation Request This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of Council is being submitted to Legislative Services. Council or Committee (Choose One) * Heritage Advisory Committee Council or Committee Meeting Date *  2025-12-8 Subject * The Town of Aurora's Sesquicentennial Plaques Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) * The Aurora Heritage Authority Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation * To make the committee aware of the lack of publicly facing information regarding plaques that bear their name. To advise them that currently the town has not made it accessible to the public, even after contacting staff what locations these plaques are at, and if they were presented and installed as claimed. Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? * Yes No Full name of the Town staff or Council member with whom you spoke Adam Robb Date you spoke with Town staff or a Council member 2025-6-18 I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. * Agree I acknowledge that I understand and accept the delegate conduct expectations as outlined in Section 32(b) of the Procedure By-law 6228-19, as amended (link below) * Agree Click to view Procedure By-law 6228-19, as amended.   Page 7 of 36 No Canada:Gatekeeping of the Town of Aurora’s Sesquicentennial plaques              Page 8 of 36 What aresesquicentennial plaques?Excerptofminutes from the May 9th 2017 meeting reflecting CouncillorsJeff Thom and Tom Mrakas’ motionPage 9 of 36 Sowhere are these sesquicentennial plaques?Page 10 of 36 expecting to find them includedon the heritage planning section of the town’s website, was met with here a big fat nope forcing me to look elsewherePage 11 of 36 from this social post of June 27, 2017 we see a glimpse of the proposed plaque design featuring the Heritage Committee’s nameA differentsocial post claims that:A.) the plaques were presented during the 2017 Canada Day celebrationsand B) the town implemented the installation of these plaquesPage 12 of 36 TThee W’ss :: What,, Who,, Where,, WhenWhich properties were plaqued? Where is the town’s inventory document for this program?Thee town’ss implementationn off thee installationn off plaquesWere all plaques installed on properties? If so where is the town’s documentation that is used to manage these plaques? Thetown’smanagementt off thiss plaquee programAre all plaques still installed on properties? What interval has been set to monitor the status and condition of these plaques?these questions should be easy for staff to answerPage 13 of 36 When I sought the answers to these questions with staff I was given options to chose between the following two unnecessary hoops to jump through:11.)) Ann in-personn withh seniorr directorr off planningg andd thee mayoror2.) File an FOI requestNeither of which being reasonable options, so instead…Page 14 of 36 I went for a walk to track down 24 plaques and sadly only found a single oneat 78 Centre StreetPage 15 of 36 If the town takes pride in preserving and promoting heritage propertiesand spent effort to recognize properties of heritage significance with these plaques as it claimed in the council motion then it shouldn’t be this difficult to find them, let alone learn anything about themThere is no question that mistakes have been madePage 16 of 36 11.)Recognizee thee mistakse2.)) Fixx themistakes3.)) Preventt thee mistakess fromm occurringg againPage 17 of 36 100 John West Way Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1 (905) 727-3123 aurora.ca Town of Aurora Memorandum Planning and Development Services Re: Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-01 - 220 Old Yonge Street To: Heritage Advisory Committee From: Adam Robb, MPL, MCIP, RPP, CAHP, PLE Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage Date: December 8, 2025 Recommendation 1. That the memorandum regarding Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-01 - 220 Old Yonge Street be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee comments regarding Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-01 - 220 Old Yonge Street be received and referred to staff for consideration and further action as appropriate. Background Town Council adopted the Heritage Grant Program in April of 2025. The Grant Program provides three levels of funding for eligible heritage works, generally summarized per the table below: Type of Project General Description/Examples Funding Amount Minor Works - Upkeep of heritage features - Minor aesthetic maintenance of heritage elements - Graffiti removal - Technical studies or historic documentation Up to $1,000 Page 18 of 36 Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-01 - 220 Old Yonge Street December 8, 2025 Page 2 of 4 Moderate Works - Repair of original windows or doors - Repair of individual architectural elements, such as trim - Reconstruction of lost architectural features Up to $5,000 Major Works - Large-scale structural improvement projects - Comprehensive façade restorations - Repairs of significant heritage/architectural elements Up to $10,000 Program applications are to be accompanied by two quotes and be reviewed by the Heritage Advisory Committee prior to then proceeding to Council for ultimate approval. At this December 8, 2025, Heritage Advisory Committee meeting, there are two applications for the Heritage Grant Program, which represent the first two applications under the Program. There is an annual cap of $30,000 for Heritage Grant applications, of which Council retains the ultimate authority of approval and funding each year. Analysis The subject property is individually designated and known as the “Parteger House”, which also features a highly unique Cold War bunker (Readiness Centre) 220 Old Yonge Street is individually designated under By-law 5905-16 and was originally built circa 1875. Purchased by Metro Toronto in 1962, a concrete bunker was then added to the main building, which also features an emergency escape port. The bunker contains several relics from the Cold War, including an illuminated map of Metro Toronto evacuation routes, and telecommunication lines. Historically the house is associated with the Parteger and Cosford families, who farmed the property and surrounding lands. After the purchase by Metro Toronto, the property became significant as a readiness centre in case of a nuclear attack on Toronto. The property continued to serve as a training centre until the early 1990’s. The designation by-law specifically lists the underground bunker and associated relics such as the illuminated map and emergency water tanks as heritage attributes. Page 19 of 36 Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-01 - 220 Old Yonge Street December 8, 2025 Page 3 of 4 The bunker is experiencing significant water damage due to a roof leak and failed sealing/waterproofing As part of the grant application, the owner has provided quotes from reputable contractors that detail the corrective work that is required to the property through two phases – 1) Roof and Exit Hatch Sealing and 2) Bunker Waterproofing. Below is a general summary of the quotes and work involved: Phase 1 – Roof/Exit Hatch Sealing Contractor Description of Work Quoted Price Contractor A Basic patch repair of individual location over flat roof over bunker. $725 + taxes Contractor B Repair of the whole exit hatch itself to more comprehensively seal the roof. $3,500 + taxes Phase 2 – Bunker Waterproofing (and humidity control) Contractor Description of Work Quoted Price Contractor A ‘Aquastop’ sealing system installation with condensation pump and industrial dehumidification. $19,380.25 + taxes Contractor B Installation of new weeping tile system, water release holes reinforced with copper tubing, and air gap sealing membrane, with options for exterior waterproofing as well. $13,200 + taxes Costs with additional exterior waterproofing (backfilling, compacting): $32,800 + taxes While the owner retains the right to select varying options from the contractors that may result in a ‘hybrid’ approach of multiple contractors providing solution services (for example, for waterproofing and humidity control, Contractor ‘B’ may be used for interior Page 20 of 36 Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-01 - 220 Old Yonge Street December 8, 2025 Page 4 of 4 waterproofing service, but the ability to add industrial dehumidification from Contractor ‘A’ can also be pursued), it is evident that significant owner costs will be involved to appropriately manage the project and the protection of the bunker in both the short and long term. The Heritage Grant Program recognizes that each property and project is ultimately unique and that assigning an appropriate category of funding will be based on the particularities involved with any given project. However, due to the scale of repair and costs involved in this application, a “Major” classification of grant funding can potentially be considered. Ultimate discretion and approval will be required by Council, however comments/confirmations from the Heritage Advisory Committee are specifically being requested regarding:  The appropriateness of the work being proposed  Which level of funding should be considered  Any other considerations for staff or the owners as the process moves forward After review by the Heritage Advisory Committee, next steps in the process will involve preparing a report for Council’s approval, entering into a funding agreement with the owner, and then having staff inspect the completed work prior to any grant funding being released. Attachments 1. Attachment 1 – Property/Bunker Photos (courtesy of owner) Page 21 of 36 Attachment 1Page 22 of 36 Page 23 of 36 Page 24 of 36 100 John West Way Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1 (905) 727-3123 aurora.ca Town of Aurora Memorandum Planning and Development Services Re: Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-02 - 57 Fleury Street To: Heritage Advisory Committee From: Adam Robb, MPL, MCIP, RPP, CAHP, PLE Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage Date: December 8, 2025 Recommendation 1. That the memorandum regarding Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-02 - 57 Fleury Street be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee comments regarding Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-02 - 57 Fleury Street be received and referred to staff for consideration and further action as appropriate. Background Town Council adopted the Heritage Grant Program in April of 2025. The Grant Program provides three levels of funding for eligible heritage works, generally summarized per the table below: Type of Project General Description/Examples Funding Amount Minor Works - Upkeep of heritage features - Minor aesthetic maintenance of heritage elements - Graffiti removal - Technical studies or historic documentation Up to $1,000 Page 25 of 36 Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-02 - 57 Fleury Street December 8, 2025 Page 2 of 3 Moderate Works - Repair of original windows or doors - Repair of individual architectural elements, such as trim - Reconstruction of lost architectural features Up to $5,000 Major Works - Large-scale structural improvement projects - Comprehensive façade restorations - Repairs of significant heritage/architectural elements Up to $10,000 Program applications are to be accompanied by two quotes and be reviewed by the Heritage Advisory Committee prior to then proceeding to Council for ultimate approval. At this December 8, 2025, Heritage Advisory Committee meeting, there are two applications for the Heritage Grant Program, which represent the first two applications under the Program. There is an annual cap of $30,000 for Heritage Grant applications, of which Council retains the ultimate authority of approval and funding each year. Analysis The subject property is designated as part of the Northeast Olde Aurora Heritage Conservation District 57 Fleury Street is located within the Town’s Northeast Olde Aurora Heritage Conservation District and is designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act. The property was constructed circa 1915 and contains an Edwardian dwelling with a distinctive porch, red brick, and north-side chimney. The proposed work involves tuckpointing of wall brick as well as the chimney and providing a new chimney cap The owner is proposing to tuckpoint the brick of the property, including the chimney, as well as refine/cut the drip edges and add a new chimney cap. Tuckpointing is a repair process that will remove deteriorated mortar and replace with new. Refining and cutting the drip edges will enhance the protection of the brick and will be designed to shed Page 26 of 36 Heritage Grant Application HGP-2025-02 - 57 Fleury Street December 8, 2025 Page 3 of 3 water away from the masonry. The new chimney cap will replace the existing deteriorated cap and complement the architectural style of the dwelling. The owner provided two quotes for the proposed work, generally summarized below: Contractor Description of Work Quoted Price Contractor A Tuckpointing of house walls and drip edges and chimney, parging at bottom of dwelling, and replacement of chimney caps $10,000 + taxes Contractor B Tuckpointing and generally the same as the above quote, except no additional work to the chimneys $10,283 + taxes The Heritage Grant Program recognizes that each property and project is ultimately unique and that assigning an appropriate category of funding will be based on the particularities involved with any given project. Given the owner elects to undergo the repair and improvements to the chimney, with both the bricks and chimney being distinctive heritage elements of the property, a “Moderate” classification of grant funding can potentially be considered. Ultimate discretion and approval will be required by Council, however comments/confirmations from the Heritage Advisory Committee are specifically being requested regarding:  The appropriateness of the work being proposed and compatibility with the Heritage District Guidelines  Which level of funding should be considered  Any other considerations for staff or the owners as the process moves forward After review by the Heritage Advisory Committee, next steps in the process will involve preparing a report for Council’s approval, entering into a funding agreement with the owner, and then having staff inspect the completed work prior to any grant funding being released. Attachments 1. Attachment 1 – Property Photos (courtesy of owner) Page 27 of 36 Attachment 1 Page 28 of 36 Page 29 of 36 Page 30 of 36 Page 31 of 36 Page 32 of 36 Page 33 of 36 Page 34 of 36 Page 35 of 36 Page 36 of 36