Heritage Advisory Committee

Comité consultatif sur le patrimoine

Minute 18

Procès-verbal 18

Monday, 17 March 2003, 7:00 p.m.

le lundi 17 mars 2003, 19h

Richmond Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West

Salle Richmond, 110, avenue Laurier ouest

Present: Robert Gregory (Chair/Président), Colin Varley (Vice-Chair/Vice-Président), Ken Clavette, Gordon Cullingham, Geoffrey Dean, Guy Legault, Maria Martin, Richard McDonald, Christophe Rivet, Thomas Rooney,

Regrets : Marc Denhez, André Dessaint, Paule Doucet, Carolyn Quinn, Edwinna von Baeyer

Others: Carol Andrews, Assistant to Councillor Doug Thompson

Gilles Séguin, Manager of Heritage Development, People Services Department

Carole Langford, Advisory Committee Coordinator, Corporate Services Department

Confirmation of Minutes

ratification des procès-verbaux

Minutes 17 of 20 January 2003 Heritage Advisory Committee meeting were approved.

Declarations of Interest

DÉCLARATIONS D’INTÉRÊT

There were no conflicts of interest declared.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

AFFAIRES COURANTES

1. 2003 PRIORITIES

PRIORITÉS POUR 2003

(Chair Ken Clavette)

Member K. Clavette distributed a list of priorities for 2003. He identified what issues need more attention than others.

Member K. Clavette informed members that the Metcalfe Street issue would affect other advisory committees such as LACAC, Mobility Issues and Cycling. A target date is set for September, prior to election, to schedule a joint meeting with the above advisory committees.

He asked members to review the list and provide any comments or concerns.

2. REGISTRY BUILDING – DALY AVENUE

BUREAU D’ENREGISTREMENT – AVENUE DALY

Member M. Martin reported that the Arts Advisory Committee (AAC) have been discussing this issue and whether the building should be moved, however AAC is not overly in favour of the idea.

Member G. Cullingham informed the Committee that he would be meeting with the President of Heritage Ottawa and Mr. Gilles Séguin to discuss this issue. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, 18 March 2003 and he offered to report the happenings of the meeting to the Committee via e-mail.

Member K. Clavette also suggested contacting LACAC to inquire on its position on this issue. Chair B. Gregory and Vice-Chair C. Varley would contact the Chair of LACAC.

Items of Business

Points À L’ordRe du jour

3. Advisory CommitteeS and Boards 2003 RECRUITMENT PROCESS – SELECTION PANEL APPOINTMENTS 1

CONSEILS ET COMITÉS CONSULTATIFS – PROCESSUS DE RECRUTEMENT – NOMINATIONS AU COMITÉ DE SÉLECTION

Chair B. Gregory and Member G. Cullingham volunteered to participate in the recruitment process. Member K. Clavette offered to be a reserve should either members be unavailable.

4. DEMOLITION OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS

DÉMOLITION DES ÉDIFICES HISTORIQUES

After reading the response from Mr. Ned Lathrop, General Manager of Development Services Department, the Committee felt it would be beneficial to receive more information. Member K. Clavette reminded members that he had met with Mayor B. Chiarelli on certain issues and it was suggested from the Mayor that HAC and LACAC work together on setting policies in order to deal with demolition controls. Chair B. Gregory and Member K. Clavette will prepare a memorandum to Mr. Lathrop to request more information.

5. MISSION AND VALUES WORKSHOP

ATELIER SUR LA MISSION ET LES VALEURS

Members K. Clavette and T. Rooney volunteered to attend the Mission and Values Workshop.

6. DISCUSSION ON DOMTAR PROPOSALS FOLLOWING TOUR

DISCUSSION SUR LES PROPOSITIONS DE LA DOMTAR À LA SUITE DE LA VISITE

Member C. Rivet reported on the tour that was hosted by Domtar. Domtar would like more feedback from the community on its proposal and indicated that they want heritage on their land, as it is part of the community. Member C. Rivet’s feeling is to listen to Domtar and talk about the negotiations. The National Capital Commission is not comfortable with Domtar’s position of staying. He felt HAC should get more involved and familiar with the project.

Chair B. Gregory added that the brick on the buildings were painted, which is now deteriorating. Member C. Rivet said that the generating plant is still in use. The Committee requested getting a map of the area.

Member K. Clavette was concerned with the NCC wanting to cover up or tear down the buildings. Domtar wants a nice clean community landscape. HAC should get more educated and then take action. Member G. Legault suggested finding out what the boundaries are and set up a meeting with both Mayors of Ottawa and Gatineau. Member T. Rooney offered also to get a map from the Ottawa Public Library.

While some members wanted to invite Domtar to discuss future plans, others suggested a public debate.

Chair B. Gregory will follow up with Domtar for a map. The Committee would like to know LACAC’s position on this issue and work together with them. Chair B. Gregory will contact the Chair of LACAC and perhaps attend the meeting on Tuesday, 18 March 2003, as LACAC will most likely report on the tour.

7. UPDATE ON CELTIC CROSS PROJECT

MISE À JOUR DU PROJET DE LA CROIX CELTIQUE

(Member K. Clavette)

Member K. Clavette reiterated the happenings at the Health, Recreation and Social Services Committee (HRSS) in which HAC received support from HRSS. The Celtic Cross Committee has been receiving more money through fundraising and they are very pleased.

8. PROPOSED RELOCATION OF MARCH HOUSE RESTAURANT, KANATA

DÉMÉNAGEMENT PROPOSÉ DU RESTAURANT MARCH HOUSE SITUÉ À KANATA

(Chair B. Gregory)

Chair B. Gregory explained where the March House Restaurant is located and said there are plans to widen the road from a two-lane to a four-lane, therefore the restaurant would be pushed away some distance.

Staff from the Transportation, Utilities and Public Works Department will attend the next HAC meeting to report on this issue. Chair B. Gregory will forward the article from the Kanata Courier Newspaper to the Committee for information.

9. UP-DATE ON SUB-COMMITTEES AND ADVISORY COMMITTEES

MISE-À-JOUR SUR LES SOUS-COMITÉS ET COMITÉS CONSULTATIFS

The Heritage Advisory Committee received an update from representatives of the following sub-committees and advisory committees:

Tour Sub-Committee – C. Varley

No report at this time.

Annual Awards Sub-Committee – G. Legault

Mr. G. Séguin deferred this item to May 2003.

Getting Heritage on School Systems Agendas – K. Clavette

Member K. Clavette reported that the Heritage Fairs have begun and although he has not attended, has heard that they are very good.

Council of Heritage Organizations in Ottawa (CHOO/COPO) – P. Doucet

Member G. Legault informed the Committee that CHOO/COPO moved to 451 Daly Avenue behind Charlotte Street.

Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee (LACAC) – C. Varley

Vice-Chair C. Varley will attend the LACAC meeting on Tuesday, 18 March 2003.

Arts Advisory Committee (AAC) – M. Martin

No report at this time.

City-School Boards Liaison Committee (CSBLC) – K. Clavette

Member K. Clavette informed members that the CSBLC is not the place to put heritage on the agenda. He will keep the Committee informed of his findings.

Official Plan Sub-Committee – C. Varley, M. Denhez, M. Martin, R. McDonald

It was requested to keep this sub-committee on as an item until the Official Plan is considered at the City Council meeting, 23 April 2003.

INFORMATION ITEMS

INFORMATION

10. UPDATES FROM MANAGER, HERITAGE DEVELOPMENT

RAPPORT DU GESTIONNAIRE, MISE EN VALEUR DU PATRIMOINE

(Mr. G. Séguin)

Museum Strategy Study

Mr. Gilles Séguin reported that Ms. Catherine Cole is the key person of this study. In May, a draft report will be prepared and forwarded to HAC for comments.

Space for City-Owned Pieces

A building located in Cumberland, that houses many city-owned pieces was flooded. Mr. G. Séguin will know how much damage by the next meeting. In the meantime, the Department is looking for another place to hold the items. In response to a question by Member K. Clavette, Mr. G. Séguin replied that Tompkins is no longer on the market.

City Archives

The archives moved locations within the building at 111 Sussex Drive (previous Ottawa City Hall). Mr. G. Séguin said that it is still unclear if the archives can stay beyond 2003. He will continue to report on this issue at future meetings.

Museum Committee for Vanier

Mr. G. Séguin reported that the construction would begin September 2003. The museum is scheduled to be ready in Fall 2004.

150^th Anniversary

Mr. G. Séguin informed the Committee that Bytowne was changed to Ottawa in 1855. This would be a good opportunity to celebrate heritage. He will follow up at the next meeting.

Heritage Day

Chair B. Gregory congratulated staff for an excellent turnout with 28 booths and several actors.

11. JOINT MEETING, HEALTH, RECREATION AND SOCIAL SERVICES AND EMERGENCY AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES COMMITTEE

REUNION CONJOINTE DU COMITE DE LA SANTE, DES LOISIRS ET DES SERVICES SOCIAUX ET DU COMITE DES SERVICES DE PROTECTION ET D'URGENCE.

Chair B. Gregory explained that the Heritage Master Plan will be considered at the Joint Health, Recreation and Social Services Committee and Emergency and Protective Services Committee meeting on 3 April 2003. Chair B. Gregory and Member R. McDonald will attend and speak on the issue. Other members were encouraged to attend the meeting. Mr. G. Séguin informed the Committee that the report would be posted on the City’s website on 27 March 2003, however offered to forward the report to members once it is available. The Committee requested the Coordinator to request a time to speak at the Joint meeting.

OTHER BUSINESS

AUTRES QUESTIONS

12. ADDITIONAL ITEM – MEETING WITH THE NATIONAL CAPITAL COMMISSION’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The National Capital Commission is holding its Annual Board of Directors’ meeting on 7 May 2003 from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. The Committee felt that comments should be forwarded to the NCC for consideration. Member G. Cullingham volunteered to prepare comments and forward via e-mail to the Committee. The Coordinator was requested to register HAC for attendance at the NCC meeting.

13. CITY OF OTTAWA’S FACILITY STUDY PUBLIC MEETINGS

The Committee requested copies of the report prior to the scheduled meetings. The Coordinator will inquire if the study is available and forward to members.

ADJOURNMENT

The Committee adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m.

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Carole Langford, Bob Gregory,

Committee Coordinator Chair