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The
meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
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A.
Hart in the Chair.
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Ms. Sherita Clark and Mr.
Richard Kamus addressed the Committee regarding the Quaker Meeting House Accessibility Project and summarized their
proposal for an addition to the existing west entrance to house a vestibule
and accessible elevator alongside the existing staircase. In addition,
there are plans to renovate the basement to accommodate an accessible
washroom. The designated part of the building will be left untouched, with
the exception of any improvements that may be required by the Ontario
Building Code. Discussion ensued regarding funding for the project and
requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
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Moved
by: Councillor Hempen
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Seconded
by: Joan Seddon
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THAT
the presentation by Ms. Sherita Clark and Mr. Richard Kamus regarding
Quaker Meeting House be received
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Moved
by: Billie Locke
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Seconded
by: Joan Seddon
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THAT
the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee Minutes of November 3, 2015 be
approved.
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3.
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Designated Property Maintenance and Concerns
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The Chair advised that the Senior Planner –
Community Planning attended the Clock Tower site and the three buildings to
the south of the property with the Supervisor of By-law Enforcement to
ensure that each property is in compliance with the Property Standards By-law.
Each property appeared to be in compliance, with no evidence of interior
water damage, though deterioration around the base of the Clock Tower
appeared to be significant. The Senior Planner – Community Planning
prepared a letter for the owner requesting that the deterioration be
attended to.
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Moved
by: Malcolm Watts
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Seconded
by: Billie Locke
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THAT
the letter to Mr. Chris Bobyk, The Forrest Group regarding degradation of 180 Main Street be endorsed by the
Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee.
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The Chair provided a verbal update on the Fernbank
House and advised that the Recreation and Culture and Public Works
Departments will be having a condition assessment completed to determine
what works can be completed on the home. The Chair recommended that
Fernbank House be listed on each agenda.
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Moved
by: Councillor Hempen
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Seconded
by: Soni Felix Raj
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THAT
the verbal update from the Chair regarding the Fernbank House be received.
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4.
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Plaques
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J.
Seddon advised that the Plaque Subcommittee is working to prepare a
checklist for each plaque project. Discussion ensued regarding checklists
for each heritage file, preparation of a workplan for the subcommittee and
associated resource needs.
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5.
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Heritage
Newmarket Budget
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The
Council/Committee Coordinator provided a verbal update with respect to the
Heritage Newmarket Budget.
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6.
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Update from the Senior
Planner regarding Heritage Consultant Services.
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The Chair provided a verbal update with respect to
consultant services for property research and report preparation for
heritage designation. The Request for Proposal has closed and several
submissions have been received. Each proposal will be reviewed by the
Review Panel, being the Senior Planner – Community Planning, Chair and
Vice-Chair of the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee.
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Moved
by: Joan Seddon
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Seconded
by: Billie Locke
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THAT
the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee support the efforts of the
Ontario Historical Society, Architectural Conservancy of Ontario and
Community Heritage Ontario with respect to the Cultural Strategy for
Ontario.
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b)
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Elman W. Campbell Museum Board
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B.
Locke advised that the proposed storage system installation has been
delayed. She further advised that the gift shop sale, held in conjunction
with the Santa Claus Parade, was a success.
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c)
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Lower Main Street South Heritage Conservation
District Advisory Group
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The Chair provided a verbal update advising that the
Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee is being requested to review regulations
for outdoor patios. Councillor Hempen provided a verbal update regarding
the Outdoor Patio Pilot Project report that was before Committee of the
Whole on November 30, 2015. The Chair further advised that the Committee
has been requested to prepare draft signage guidelines for the Heritage
Conservation District. The guidelines are expected to identify signage
that would be typical in the district, including barber pole signs and
awnings.
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Moved
by: Councillor Hempen
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Seconded
by: Billie Locke
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THAT
the matter related to drafting signage regulations in the Heritage
Conservation District be deferred to the January meeting;
AND
THAT further information related to signage in the Heritage Conservation
District be provided to the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee.
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a)
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The
Chair provided an update on the Town’s Heritage fund and suggested that the
Committee begin to review means of obtaining revenue in order to provide
financial assistance to property owners for heritage upgrades.
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b)
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The
Chair requested that staff provide a status update regarding Heritage
Newmarket Advisory Committee’s recommendations related to a Heritage
by-law.
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c)
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M.
Watts recommended an arrangement with the Newmarket Historical Society in
order to enable access to the archives.
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d)
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Councillor
Hempen advised that he received an e-mail from a resident expressing
concern over photographs being taken of his house and requested information
on any protocols associated with taking photos of homes and consultation
with residents. Discussion ensued regarding the Committee’s position on
photographing heritage homes.
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Moved
by: Malcolm Watts
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Seconded
by: Soni Felix Raj
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THAT
the meeting adjourn.
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There
being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:22 p.m.
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