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Clarington Heritage Committee Meeting Minutes
September 20, 2022
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Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee Meeting held as a hybrid meeting in
person at 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville and via Microsoft Teams on September
20, 2022, at 7:00 PM.
Members Present: Peter Vogel, Victor Suppan, Steve Conway, Jason Moore
(ACO), Councillor Ron Hooper, David Reesor, Ron Sproule,
Bob Malone (NVDHS), Heather Graham, Myno Van Dyke
(NVDHS alternate), Laura Thiel-Convery (Museum).
Regrets: Noel Gamble
Staff Present: Faye Langmaid, Jane Wang, Sarah Allin, Lisa Backus
Planning and Development Services
Guests: Chris Borgal (GBCA), Mario Romano, Bonica Leung, Vincent
Santamaura, Devon Daniell, Marilyn Morawetz (Jury Lands
Foundation)
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
22.34 By Consensus
That the Agenda be adopted.
"Carried"
4 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting
22.35 Moved by V. Suppan, seconded by S. Conway
That the minutes of August 16, 2022, Clarington Heritage Committee Special
meeting be adopted with minor correction that "superintendents' house" replaces
"headmaster's home".
5 Delegations/Presentations:
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5.1 Chris Borgal, GBCA Re: Camp 30 (2020 Lambs Road)
The Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) submitted for the Camp 30 property
prepared on behalf of the developer in support of the proposed development
applications recommended demolishing the Triple Dormitory building. Chris Borgal
of GBCA is conducting a peer review, and presented an overview of the scope and
nature of his review, which will include an assessment of the justification for the
HIA's recommendation for removal of the building. Chris emphasized the historical
significance of Camp 30 related to the Second World War and its previous use as
a Boy's Training School. The property's architectural characteristics and value
were also discussed its architectural style. The condition of the building has
deteriorated. The peer review report with conclusions and recommendations will
be provided to staff shortly.
The Committee received and thanked C. Borgal for the presentation.
5.2 Mario Romano Re: 34 Wellington Street, Bowmanville
The owner inherited this designated property recently. The building is in a state of
disrepair, was Mr. Romano is looking for a significant renovation. several pictures
of the house's features were submitted to demonstrate the current condition.
Some designated heritage features do not exist anymore. The planned renovation
work includes replacing the internal floor, stair rails, trims, windows and the front
door frame. P. Vogel and D. Reesor planned to visit the property to be.
5.3 Bonica Leung, Tribute Communities and Vincent Santamaura, Vincent J.
Santamaura Architect Inc. Re: 1246 Prestonvale Road
The property was identified as a potential cultural heritage resource through the
background study for the Southwest Courtice Secondary Plan. The property is
identified as Heritage Merit on Clarington's Cultural Heritage Resources List. V.
Santamaura provided an overview of the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared
for the demolition application of 1246 Prestonvale Road, and noted the existing
building was rebuilt on the foundation of the original one, which burned down and
went through an extensive renovation as the property passed through several
generations. The HIA concluded the property had lost heritage architectural and
contextual value.
6 Business Arising
6.1 Camp 30 (2020 Lambs Road) HIA
Demolition of the triple dormitory is intended as part of the condition of subdivision
approval. The interior has been significantly changed and deteriorated. This is the
only building that will not come to the Municipality as part of the park. Committee
members discussed the information provided by Chris Boral during his
presentation, and potential opportunities to conserve the building and/or parts of it,
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including the historical value associated with the tunnel from the Triple Dorm
building that had been discovered and documented. P Vogel suggested a high -
quality video film to record this historically significant building. The building is part
of the context for the national historic site designation.
The conclusions and recommendation of the peer review of the HIA will be shared
with the Committee at a subsequent meeting.
6.2 127 Church Street; Clarington Public Library — Orono Branch
L. Thiel-Convery gave the updates on the project to add an accessibility ramp and
accessible entrance to the Orono Branch of the Library. Engineering design for the
alternatives have been sent out for assessment. The plans will be presented to the
Library Board for feedback afterwards. The Heritage Committee and Accessibility
Advisory Committee will be circulated the revised plans. P. Vogel and V. Suppan
attended the Library Board meeting in July and recommended re-examining the
project.
6.3 National Heritage Conference
P. Vogel is interested in attending and will follow up with staff closer to the date of
the Conference if he is able to participate.
7 Project Reports
7.1 Municipal Inventory/Register: See Item 9.2
7.2 Outreach/Education Sub -committee:
Heritage Information Station Project: No update
Heritage Barn Project: No update
8 Correspondence and Council Referrals: None
9 New Business:
9.1 34 Wellington Street Heritage Permit Application
The owner would like to pursue a Heritage Permit for alterations to both interior
and exterior designated attributes. The property is designated under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act by By-law 94-148. The property owner would also like to
remove certain interior features from the designation by-law. V. Suppan indicated
it is to remove the designation of interior features. Committee members discussed
the possibility reducing the interior features identified in the by-law, and a focus on
working with the property owner to conserve the exterior features of the dwelling.
Heritage Committee members have arranged site visit to better understand the
scope of the proposed alterations to help determine the appropriate heritage
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permit process. A minor heritage permit might be appropriate for the renovation
work to replace the front door frame. Staff mentioned that the removal of interior
attributes from the designation By-law is an amendment process that requires
Council approval and will take some time.
Committee members attending the site visit will report back to the Committee at a
subsequent meeting.
9.2 1246 Prestonvale Road
Members of the Municipal Register/Inventory sub -committee evaluated the
property, which is associated with several successful farming families and
businesses throughout its history. The property scored a Group 2 Evaluation.
Architecturally, the building was built in traditional and modest Victorian styles.
However, the property is known as a local dairy farm. Committee members
received and discussed the sub -committee's evaluation. The dwelling retains a
certain heritage value, and the Committee encouraged the dwelling to be retained,
or at a minimum commemorated.
22.36 Moved by D. Reesor, seconded by S. Conway
"That, while the Heritage Committee would like to see the dwelling on the
property retained, the HIA prepared by V. Santamaura and Committee's
evaluation of the cultural heritage value or interest of the property suggest the
property does not warrant designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Should the dwelling not be retained as part of the development, the developer
should be required to incorporate the history of the dwelling and the farm
property (including the Beaver Dairy Farm) into the development and
commemorate the property. Such recognition may include but not be limited to (i)
a gateway entrance feature, street naming, commemorative cairn with QR code
technology."
"Carried"
9.3 Budget
22.37 Moved by D. Reesor, seconded by R. Sproule
That the Heritage Committee requests $1500 for the 2023 budget year.
`Carried'
9.4 14 Concession Street W.
Staff provided information to the Committee regarding a request from the property
owner for a letter from staff outlining the designation of the property, and the
requirement to maintain and conserve the designated heritage features. The letter
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was provided in relation to issues the property owner is having with the recent
replacement of the cedar shingles.
10 Reports from other committees:
10.1 Bowmanville, Orono and Newcastle CIP: None
10.2 ACO — Clarington Branch
Annual General Meeting schedule for September 27t" at 6:OOpm. NVDHS: 1890
Garden party had a great turnout. The Orono Fair was successful with the focus
on celebrating the 100th anniversary of Newcastle Community Hall.
10.3 Museum:
Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre is open to the public Monday to Friday, 10
am to 4 pm. The service includes assisting people who are looking for information.
The Museum has contributed to several outreach educational programs and
initiatives in the summer. `Claringtown' children's play area is open to the public.
10.4 Heritage Conservation District: None
10.5 Wilmot Creek Heritage Park: None
11 Standing items:
11.1 81 Scugog Street: no update
11.2 Fletcher Tree: no update
The Committee acknowledged Faye Langmaid's retirement from the Municipality of
Clarington, and thanked Faye for her years of guidance and dedication to the
Committee and the conservation of Clarington's cultural heritage.
Adjournment: 9:30 p.m.
Next Meeting: October 18, 2022, 7:00 p.m.
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