The Chair requested staff to advise on the manner of giving notice for the proposed amendments to the Kawartha Lakes, Lindsay and Fenelon Falls Official Plans. He also asked staff to briefly describe the proposal and summarize the correspondence, if any, received to date.
Ms. Linda Russell, Planner II, spoke on behalf of Mr. Holy who was unable to attend the meeting, and confirmed that the required notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act and circulated to the prescribed agencies, City Departments, interested individuals, and Heritage Victoria. She summarized the report, explaining that the amendment proposes to provide the necessary policy statements to enable the City to create Heritage Conservation Districts, request heritage impact assessments, and update requirements for archeological assessments. The basis for these amendments is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, the Growth Plan, and the Ontario Heritage Act. Ms. Russell summarized the comments received to date, as detailed in Mr. Holy's report, noting that subsequent to the writing of the report additional comments were received from EcoVue Consulting on behalf of Fenelon Trails. She noted that once all comments have been received on the draft amendments, final drafts will be presented to the Planning Committee. Ms. Russell, Ms. Debra Soule, and Director Chris Marshall responded to questions from Committee members.
The Chair inquired if anyone wished to speak to the application.
Heather Sadler of EcoVue Consulting spoke on behalf of Fenelon Trails. In general, they support the proposed amendments, however she stated they are seeking clarification on suitable wording to ensure clear direction, as well as updating references to the Village as that entity no longer exists. Finally she expressed the need for these amendments to be better reflected in the Secondary Plans.
Tom Mohr, President of the Peterborough Chapter of the Ontario Archeological Society, expressed support to update the plans with requirements for archeological assessments. He also expressed support to the City to undertake a Municipal Archeological Management Plan, and offered assistance to complete this.
No other persons spoke to the application.