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Clarington Heritage Committee
Minutes
January 19, 2021
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Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee held via Microsoft Teams on January
19, 2021, at 7:00 PM.
Members Present were: Peter Vogel, Victor Suppan, David Reesor, Ron Sproule,
Noel Gamble, Steve Conway, Councillor Ron Hooper, Myno
Van Dyke (NVDHS), Katharine Warren, Jason Moore (ACO)
Regrets: Marina Ross (Museum)
Staff Present: Faye Langmaid, Annette VanDyk, Sarah Allin, Planning and
Development Services
Guests: None
1 Declaration of Interest
There were no disclosures of interest stated at this meeting.
2 Land Acknowledgement Statement
P. Vogel read aloud Clarington's Land Acknowledgement Statement.
3 Adoption of Agenda
21.01 Moved by N. Gamble, seconded by K. Warren
That the Agenda be adopted.
"Carried"
4 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting
21.02 Moved by V. Suppan, seconded by R. Sproule
That the minutes of the November 17, 2020 Clarington Heritage Committee
meeting be adopted.
"Carried"
5 Delegations/Presentations:
5.1 Introduction of Heritage Consultant; Sarah Clarke, Archaeological Research
Associates Ltd.
Staff introduced Sarah Clarke of Archaeological Research Associates Ltd. (ARA)
to the Committee. ARA has been retained by the Municipality to provide support
services to the Planning and Development Services Department including (i)
documentation of properties for posterity (ii) evaluations of properties to determine
the cultural heritage value, and (iii) providing guidance on cultural heritage matters,
on an as -needed, retainer basis.
S. Clarke provided an overview of ARA's services and her role, experience and
expertise.
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6 Business Arising
6.1 Title Search Training
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Planning and Development Services staff is working with ARA to develop training
material to provide to CHC members.
6.2 Fire Insurance Plans
Planning and Development Services staff forwarded the Fire Insurance Plans in
the Municipality's files to CHC members. Staff is also in receipt of lists of
additional Fire Insurance Plans for Clarington that may be acquired from CHC
members and from ARA. Staff will review and develop a plan for the acquisition of
the outstanding plans.
6.3 210 and 224 King Avenue W., Newcastle Update
On January 18, 2021 Council passed the By-law 2021-0015 to amend the
designation By-law 2014-084 to correct the technical description of the property to
align the by-law with the configuration of 210 King Avenue W. as it currently
exists.
Committee members inquired as to whether the properties are located within the
downtown Newcastle Community Improvement Project area, as well as if the
amendment to the designation By-law affects the existing listing of the property on
the Canada's Historic Sites registry. Staff will confirm.
6.4 Belmont House 302 Given Road)
Committee members discussed a railing proposed by the applicants rehabilitating
the Belmont House. The railing is proposed to replace the existing railing along the
top of the front verandah. Committee members generally agreed the proposed
railing was attractive and relatively sympathetic to the Belmont House, particularly
so as it appears to resemble the railing that would have been on the original
Belmont House that was lost to fire in 1898.
V. Suppan updated Committee members on his correspondence with Prof. Fred
Graham to determine the location of the artesian well. Information provided
suggests there may be multiple wells located around the Belmont House. Staff will
reach out to the applicant to inquire as to whether they have had any success
locating the artesian well.
21.03 Moved by M. Van Dyke, seconded by K. Warren
That the Heritage Committee accepts the proposed railing as part of Heritage Permit
File HPA2020-004 as it resembles what would have been on the original Belmont
House.
"Carried"
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6.5 81 Scugog Street Update
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In response to the Committee's concerns with the condition of the property's
designated heritage features, staff has sent a letter to the property owner inviting
them to participate in the Heritage Incentive Grant program. Committee members
inquired about possible options to ensure the property maintenance of designated
heritage attributes. Staff advised the Municipality's Property Standards By-law
includes special provisions for designated heritage properties. Staff will advise if a
response is received.
6.6 Fletcher Tree
No update for this standing agenda item.
6.7 Ontario Barn Preservation Letter
The Ontario Barn Preservation sent a letter to municipalities in Ontario identifying
an issue whereby historic barns are being demolished as part of applications to
sever surplus farm dwellings, contributing to a loss of cultural heritage and rural
character. The Heritage Committee discussed the matter at its October 20, 2020
meeting, and referred the letter to the Agricultural Advisory Committee of
Clarington for comment. The Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington
discussed the matter at the November 2020 meeting, and expressed appreciation
for the value of historical barns to the rural landscape, they are mindful of the
function of barns as infrastructure to facilitate farm production. Farming and the
needs of agricultural operations and operating parameters have changed over
time. Barn replacements may be necessary to maintain farm viability. Continuing
to repair and maintain a barn that is no longer serving its purpose as part of the
agricultural operation is a costly expense for the business.
Heritage Committee members received the comments.
7 Correspondence and Council Referrals: None
8 Reports from other Committees
8.1 Bowmanville, Newcastle, and Orono CIPs — The Community Improvement Plan
Liaison Groups met in November 2020. There has been relatively low interest in
the downtown CIP Grant programs, largely as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Annual Report on the CIP Programs (PSD-020-057) was presented to Council
in December 2020. Staff presented the Municipality's COVID-19 Community
Improvement Plan (CIP).
This year patios provided an opportunity for restaurants to offer sit-down dining
amid the ongoing pandemic. The patio program was modified to accommodate
COVID-19-related patios on a temporary basis; several restaurants took
advantage of this opportunity. The Annual Report for the Seasonal Sidewalk Patio
Program will be presented to Council in January 2021.
The public art projects funded through Province's Main Street Revitalization
program were installed in each of the Bowmanville, Newcastle, Courtice, and
Orono downtowns throughout the summer and fall of 2020. A walking tour is being
developed to lead residents and visitors through Clarington's public art.
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Orono's Community Improvement Liaison Group is looking for new members.
8.2 Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO), Clarington Branch — Doors Open is
not yet confirmed, but consideration is being given to a virtual format this year.
Newcastle Village District Historical Society (NVDHS) — The NVDHS room
remains closed, however the newsletter is still being sent. Items have recently
been received from Prof. Graham including a wooden drive wheel, and a painting.
8.3 Museum — A Library Board meeting is scheduled for February. The Museum
remains closed. The Heritage Committee 's Museum representative, M. Ross, has
resigned from the Committee. Planning staff will connect with Library staff and
report back to the Committee on this matter.
8.4 Heritage Conservation District Advisory Committee — No report.
Wilmot Creek Heritage Park — Committee members who have been involved in the
Wilmot Creek Heritage Park project indicated they had been contacted by
developer's landscape architect who was looking for feedback on design
alternatives for the park. The proposed design has been submitted to Public
Works staff. Planning and Development Services staff will work with Public Works
staff to enable the continued participation of Committee members in this initiative.
9 Project Reports
9.1 The sub -committee evaluated the following properties and recommended as
follows:
2201 Courtice Road, Courtice: the gateway and sign on the property be
considered for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act;
significant to the cultural heritage of the community.
21.04 Moved by V. Suppan, seconded by S. Conway
That the Heritage Committee recommends to Council that the gateway and sign
on the Courtice Memorial Park property at 2201 Courtice Road in Courtice be
considered for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
"Carried"
2149 Courtice Road, Courtice: the property be considered for addition to the
Municipal Register; significant to the cultural heritage of the community.
21.05 Moved by V. Suppan, seconded by R. Sproule
That the Heritage Committee recommends to Council that the property at 2149
Courtice Road in Courtice be considered for addition to the Municipal Register.
"Carried"
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9.2 Outreach/Education Committee:
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Cultural Heritage Information Pole Project: Staff has been working with the ARA
team to gather information about possible options for this project. Staff will send
along information to the sub -committee for discussion at the February meeting.
parameters for the project.
10 New Business
10.1 Stanley Hill: V. Suppan provided information regarding Stanley Hill and its
significance as a landmark as it was known as the highest point in Bowmanville.
Committee members discussed the location and history of Stanley Hill and
requested that the history of the area be recognized by way of a street named
Stanley or Stanley Hill in the subdivision that is proposed for the area. Staff will
consult with Durham Region staff to understand if such a street name would be
possible in accordance with applicable street naming protocols.
10.2 2433 Courtice Road, Courtice: Committee members noted 2433 Courtice Road
has been identified as a property with potential cultural heritage value and interest
as part of the background undertaken for the recently adopted Southeast Courtice
Secondary Plan. The property is currently identified as Candidate on the Cultural
Heritage Resource List. Committee members asked that the property be changed
from Candidate to Primary on the Cultural Heritage Resources List until such time
as the property can be further evaluated.
21.06 Moved by V. Suppan, seconded by R. Sproule
That the Heritage Committee recommends that the property at 2433 Courtice
Road in Courtice be placed in the Primary category on Clarington's Cultural
Heritage Resource List.
"Carried"
10.3 Southeast Courtice Secondary Plan: Committee members discussed suggested
adjustments to how properties with cultural heritage potential should be identified
in the Plan. Planning and Development staff will address the comments with the
Southeast Courtice Secondary Plan project team.
10.4 Central Newcastle Street Renaming: Committee members discussed the proposed
Street Renaming in Central Newcastle. The area's Dutch heritage arose during the
discussion for consideration as part of a street renaming exercise. This matter will
be included on the February agenda for further discussion.
10.5 New Director of Planning and Development Services: F. Langmaid advised Ryan
Windle, the new Director of Planning and Development Services, will be starting
with the Municipality on February 8tn
Adjournment:
S. Conway moved, K. Warren seconded adjournment, 9:30 pm.
Next Meeting: February 16, 2021, 7:00 p.m.
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