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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHistorical Sites Advisory Board 1970The Metropolitans Toronto and Conservation ©n Authority M II I J 11 E S egion F -1 Historical Sites Advisory Board Thursday- March -26 -1970 #1/70 The Members of the Historical Sites Advisory Board met in the Half Way House, Black Creek Pioneer Village on Thursday, March 26, 1970, commencing at 10:00 a.m. PRESENT WERE Chairman Vice - Chairman Members Executive Member Chairman - MTRCF Secretary- Treasurer Director of Operations Adm. - Hist. Sites Div. Tech.Asst. - Curatorial ABSENT WERE Members Mrs. D. Hague Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand N.A. Boylen J. Cavanagh W.C. Davidson, QC J.E. Harper Dr. A.H. Richardson Dr. L.S. Russell Dr. J.W. Scott D.F. Withrow Mrs. J.A. Gardner E.H. Card F.L. Lunn K.G. Higgs R.K. Cooper Mrs. E.L. Ingolfsrud J.D. Booth Wm. E. LeGros Brig. J.A. McGinnis Mrs. E. Neil MINUTES The Minutes of Meeting #3/69 were presented. Res. #1 Moved by: Seconded by: Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand J.E. Harper RESOLVED THAT: The Minutes of Meeting #3/69 be adopted as read. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; THE GARDEN CLUB OF TORONTO LETTER OF APPRECIATION Res. #2 Moved by: Dr. A.H. Richardson Seconded by: J. Cavanagh RESOLVED THAT: The Chairman of the Board be requested to forward a letter of appreciation to The Garden Club of Toronto for the magnificent effort in regard to the plantings at Black Creek Pioneer Village, and for their assistance in the promotion of the "Village" at the recent Garden Club show at O'Keefe Centre. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; REPORT #1/70 - PRINTING SUB - COMMITTEE Report #1/70 of the Printing Sub - Committee was presented and discussed in detail. Res. #3 Moved by: D.F. Withrow Seconded by: Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand F -2 -2- RESOLVED THAT: Report #1/70 of the Printing Sub - Committee be received, approved and appended as Schedule "A" of these Minutes. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; REPORT RE SALES OUTLETS BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE The Report of the Sub - Committee re Sales Outlets at Black Creek Pioneer Village was presented and considered in detail. Res. ##!4. Moved by: J.E. Harper Seconded by: N.A. Boylen RESOLVED THAT: The Report of the Sub - Committee re Sales Outlets at Black Creek Pioneer Village, dated February 5, 1970, be received and appended as Schedule "B" of these Minutes; and further THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The Report of the Sub- Committee re Sales Outlets at Black Creek Pioneer Village, as appended as Schedule "B" of these Minutes, be adopted; and further The Board concurs in the action of the Executive Committee taken by Resolution #26/70. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; STAFF PROGRESS REPORT Mr. Cooper presented a Staff Progress Report for the period January 1 to March 15, 1970. Res. #5 Moved by: D.F. Withrow Seconded by: Dr. L.S. Russell RESOLVED THAT: The Staff Progress Report for the period January 1 to March 15, 1970 be received and filed. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; OFFICIAL OPENING - THE TOWN HALL BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE The matter of an official opening for the Town Hall, Black Creek Pioneer Village in the early part of the 1970 season was discussed. Res. #6 Moved by: N.A. Boylen Seconded by: Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The Information and Education Advisory Board be requested to take such action as may be necessary to officially open the Town Hall, Black Creek Pioneer Village, in the 1970 season and further THAT the Reeve, Councillors and Clerk of the Township of Wilmot be invited to take part in the opening. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE CITIZENS A discussion took place having regard to the desirability of encouraging "Citizens" of the Village and the possibility of arranging a special function in this connection. Res. #7 Moved by: Dr. A.H. Richardson Seconded by: J.E. Harper RESOLVED THAT: The Staff investigate the possibility of hosting a luncheon- get - together for "citizens" of the Black Creek Pioneer Village, in the dining area of the Half Way House early in the 1970 season. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; -3- F -3 INVESTIGATION RE NEW BUILDINGS BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE A Staff communication was presented advising that the following buildings are or may become available shortly: (a) McCleary Buildings -- on #7 Highway (b) Balets homestead - York Downs Golf Course (c) Sherwood log bldg. - presently at the "Village" Res. #$ Moved by: J. Cavanagh Seconded by: N.A. Boylen RESOLVED THAT: Drs. Scott and Russell, assisted by the Staff, be a committee to investigate the possibility of moving any or all of the following buildings to permanent locations within the Black Creek Pioneer Village, if and when funds become available: (a) McCleary Buildings - on #7 Highway (b) Balers homestead - York Downs Golf Course (c) Sherwood log bldg. - presently at the "Village" CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; COMMITTEE RE PRIORITIES FOR DEVELOPMENT Mr. Card, Chairman of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservat- ion Foundation, addressed the meeting and suggested that the Foundation be provided with a list of priorities for capital works in the further restoration of the "Village ", which might be undertaken as projects of the Foundation for the raising of funds. Res. #9 Moved by: Dr. J.W. Scott Seconded by: Dr. L.S. Russell RESOLVED THAT: The Chairman appoint a sub - committee to establish a list of priorities for restoration of additional buildings at the Black Creek Pioneer Village and advise The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation of the said priorities. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; NORTH -WEST CORNER JANE & STEELES PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT Mr. Cooper presented a proposed plan of development for the north- west corner of Jane & Steeles. Res. #10 Moved by: Dr. J.W. Scott Seconded by: Dr. L.S. Russell RESOLVED THAT: The proposed Plan of Development for the north -west corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue be approved in principle; and THAT the proposed plantings be proceeded with within budget limitations. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; ADJOURNMENT On Motion, the Meeting adjourned at 12:30 p.m., March 26. Mrs. D. Hague F.L. Lunn Chairman Secretary - Treasurer F -4 SCHEDULE "A" REPORT #1/70 of the PRINTING SUB -- COMMITTEE of the Historical Sites Advisory Board The Printing Sub - Committee of the Historical Sites Advisory Board met at the Half Way House, Black Creek Pioneer Village on Friday, February 6, 1970, commencing at 11:00 a.m. PRESENT WERE Chairman W. Leavens Members C. Hawes A.D. McFall Dr. A.H. Richardson Chairman, Advisory Board Mrs. D. Hague Staff F.L. Lunn R.K. Cooper Consultant Miss D. Dale ABSENT_ WERE Members M.V. James M. Jeanneret C. Nolan J.M. Redditt The following matter was discussed: 1. Format and details of the llth edition of the Pioneer Press and related matters; IT WAS AGREED, AND THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT: The following action be taken in connection with the 1970 edition of the Pioneer Press: (a) THAT W. Leavens be Editor; (b) THAT Miss D. Dale be engaged as Editorial Assistant; (c) THAT the number of pages be four (4); (d) THAT the selling price be 15¢ per copy; and that 10,000 (Ten Thousand) copies be printed; (e) THAT all members of the Committee submit copy to the Editor on or before APRIL 1 -1970; (f) THAT the format be similar to 1969; (g) THAT the assignments for copy be as follows: (i) Feature re Town Hall (ii) Feature re plowing match & schools (iii) Feature on Menonites (iv) Feature re Church (v) Advertising (vi) Village Election (vii) Fall Fairs (viii)Governor Sim.coe (ix) General items and layout R.K. Cooper Dr.Richardson C. Nolan A.D. McFall R.K. Cooper J.M. Redditt A.D. McFall W. Leavens Miss D. Dale W. Leavens F.L. Lunn Chairman Secretary - Treasurer FLL /e February -10 -1970 SCHEDULE "B" F -5 TO: The Executive Committee - M.T.R.C.A. - Meeting #2/70 RE: SALES OUTLETS - BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE On September 12th, 1969, the Authority adopted Report #2/69 of the Historical Sites Advisory Board concerning the Report on the Black Creek Pioneer Village, dated January 1969. One of the recommendations contained in the Report was as follows: "(15) THAT a small committee of Authority or Advisory Board Members -- experienced in the retail business - be appointed by the Chairman to review all retail outlets in Black Creek Pioneer Village, and to report their conclusions and recommendations to the Historical Sites Advisory Board; " Dr. Lord subsequently appointed the following to be the Committee referred to above: R. G. Henderson (Chairman) Mrs. E. Neil Mrs. G. deGuerre A. H. Davis The Committee has held two Meetings and has:- (1) Received a Report from the Staff outlining the history and operation of all the sales outlets at the Black Creek Pioneer Village; (2) Examined various sales outlets; (3) Received a Profit & Loss Statement covering the period from 1967 to 1969; (4) Discussed the matter in considerable detail; The deliberations of the Committee have been informative and, we believe, of considerable assistance both to members of the Authority and Staff of the Historical Sites Division. The Committee are confident that the operation of the sales outlets at the Black Creek Pioneer Village are consistent with the policies of the Authority; that their operation has been well managed and shows reasonable return; and that they contribute substantially towards underwriting the cost of operation of the Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Committee respectfully submits the attached report and recommendat- ions for the consideration of the Executive Committee and the Historical Sites Advisory Board. February 5th, 1970 Attachment R. G. Henderson Chairman Special Committee re Sales Outlets - B.C.P.V. F -6 0 ZS** :1 •■•► • .\ •► •� : •► : REPORT #2/69 of the SUB - COMMITTEE RE SALES OUTLETS AT BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE The Special Committee, appointed by the Chairman of the Authority to review and report on Sales Outlets at Black Creek Pioneer Village, met at 10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, January 28th, 1970, in the Authority Board Robm, No. 7 Highway, Woodbridge, Ontario. PRESENT WERE: R. G. Henderson Mrs. G. deGuerre Mrs. E. Neil Mrs. D. Hague R. K. Cooper K. G. Higgs Chairman - Special Committee Member Member Chairman - Historical Sites A.B. Administrator, Hist. Sites Div. Director of Operations The Committee considered the following: (1) Reviewed Report #1/69 of the Committee - Meeting of November 6/69; (2) Reviewed a Report prepared by the Staff of the Historical Sites Division on Black Creek Pioneer Village Gift Shop Profit & Loss Statements covering the years 1967 to 1969; (3) Discussed several items at length, including enlargement of the Gift Shop, merchandise and display techniques, and items to be sold; IT WAS AGR ED D THE SUB COP i . TTEE RECO NDS TH T: (1) A Profit and Loss Statement be prepared annually for the sales outlets at the Black Creek Pioneer Village; (2) The Gift Shop at the Black Creek Pioneer Village not be enlarged at the present time -- but that the Staff be directed to investigate alternative methods and costs of enlarging the present Gift Shop and report back to this Committee; (3) That the Report and Recommendations of the Committee be submitted to the Executive Committee and referred to the Historical Sites Advisory Board for further consideration; C,%. G. Hies R. G. Henderson Chairman of Sub- Committee Director of Operations February 5th, 1970 The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation, n, Authority M 1I N U T 1 S F -7 Historical Sites Advisory Board Friday- May -22 -1970 #2/70 The Members of the Historical Sites Advisory Board met in the Half Way House, Black Creek Pioneer Village on Friday, May 22, 1970, commencing at 10:00 a.m. PRESENT WERE Chairman Mrs. D. Hague Vice - Chairman Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand Members J.D. Booth N.A. Boylen J. Cavanagh J.E. Harper Wm. E. LeGros Brig. J.A. McGinnis Mrs. E. Neil Dr. A.H. Richardson Dr. L.S. Russell Dr. J.W. Scott D.F. Withrow Executive Member Mrs. J.A. Gardner Secretary- Treasurer F.L. Lunn Adm. - CLM Division W.A. McLean ABSENT Member W.C. Davidson, QC MINUTES The Minutes of Meeting #1/70 were presented. Res. #11 Moved by: Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand Seconded by: J.E. Harper RESOLVED THAT: The Minutes of Meeting #1/70 be adopted as read. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; STAFF PROGRESS REPORT A Staff Progress Report for the period January 1 to May 22, 1970 was presented. Res. #12 Moved by: Brig. J.A. McGinnis Seconded by: Dr. L.S. Russell RESOLVED THAT: The Staff Progress Report for the period January 1 to May 22, 1970, be received and filed. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; REPORT OF SUB - COMMITTEE RE NEW BUILDINGS FOR BCPV A Report of the Sub - Committee appointed to investigate new buildings for Black Creek Pioneer Village was presented. Res. #13 Moved by: Dr. J.W. Scott Seconded by: Dr. L.S. Russell RESOLVED THAT: The Report of the Sub - Committee appointed to investigate new buildings for Black Creek Pioneer Village be received and appended as Schedule "A" of these Minutes. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; F -$ -2- RECOGNITION OF DONATIONS TO THE FOUNDATION AND /OR BCPV Mrs. Gardner brought to the attention of the Advisory Board the desirability of devising some suitable means of recognizing major gifts and /or donations to the Black Creek Pioneer Village. Res. #14 Moved by: Wm. E. LeGros Seconded by: Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand RESOLVED THAT: The following be a sub- committee to study and report on devising means of providing suitable recognition to donors and, in particular, major donors of gifts and /or donations to the Black Creek Pioneer Village and, in this connection, to consult with The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation for any suggestions they may have: Chairman Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand Members Wm. E. LeGros Brig. J.A. McGinnis Mrs. E. Neil CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; The Meeting then adjourned at 2:00 p.m., May 22 to inspect recent improvements and additions to the Black Creek Pioneer Village and to enjoy lunch in the new dining facilities at the Half Way House, Black Creek Pioneer Village. Mrs. D. Hague F.L. Lunn Chairman Secretary - Treasurer SCHEDULE "A" F -9 REPORT of the Sub - Committee to investigate proposed buildings and their location within the Village The Sub - Committee of the Historic Sites Advisory Board met at Black Creek Pioneer Village on Friday, I•iay 1st at 10:00 a.m. and after investigating Village sites, looked at buildings at Edgeley and York Downs Golf Course in North York. The following sites were established: (a) Log Building used as a school and dwelling at Sherwood. The site was established by first establishing the lot line for the Toll Gate House on Queen Street at the entrance to the Village. It is recommended that this lot have a frontage of 60 feet on Queen Street, with a depth of 65 feet. The first lot on Maple Avenue behind the Toll Gate lot, was established as being 50 feet wide with a depth of 50 feet along the west boundary. Since hill Street angles at this point, the frontage of this lot is more than 50 feet and the Committee looked at a location which would place this building parallel with Maple Avenue and approximately 15 feet back from the roadway. This leaves the building with a 10 foot clearance to the east and west of the lot lines; (b) the site of a Beef Ring slaughter house immediately east and approximately in line with the front of the drive shed on Maple Avenue; (c) the site of a Saw 14111, north and west of the intersection of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, in approximately the original location of an original Saw hill building; (d) the location of a Sawyers House, which is north and slightly to the east of the Mill, and approximately 30 feet west of the location of the concession road which was approved at Historic Sites Advisory Board Meeting #1/70. The Committee investigated four buildings; (1) (2) (3) (4) Sherwood Log Building Beef Ring Building Sawyers Hous e Bale v s Farm Home from the standpoint of: (a) Does the building have historical significance? (b) Is the building significant in the developing story of a community up to 1567? (c) Is the building architecturally important? (d) Does the building come under the terms of reference as outlined for the development of the Village? (1) SHERWOOD LOG BUILDING The Sherwood Log building, which was used as a school, and later a dwelling, was purchased by the York Chapter of The Pennsylvania German Society for approximately 200, and was moved to the Village at the expense of the Authority. It is significant in that it would add another log dwelling to the Village and it is recognized that a Village ...2 F -10 -2- of 1867 would have more log buildings than are at present in Black Creek Pioneer Village. RECOI it iENDATION : That since the building is already on the Black Creek Pioneer Village property, it be moved onto the suggested location. The roof must be restored, and the York Chapter of The Pennsylvania German Society might be asked to take on this project. The interior of the building should not be restored at this time, nor should the public be given access to it until a proper and significant use for the building is established. (2) BEEF RING BUILDING This building is historically significant in that it does tell the story of the Beef Ring in the small community. It is a small building which could be moved into the Village at little expense, and has almost all the equipment which would be necessary to turn it into a building which could be viewed by the public at very little cost. The Committee recognized that this building is post -1867, but that it is of the exact type of building which would have been used pre -1867. It has been bequeathed to the Authority and can be moved at very little expense. It is architecturally correct for the pre -1867 period and could be restored to that period by changing of the round nails to cut nails. The Committee felt that this build- ing was in the same category as the building of a Drive Shed for the Church or Town Hall, or the building of a back kitchen wing on Half Way House. RECOMMENDATION: That this building be brought into the Village and placed on the recommended location. (3) SAWYER'S HOUSE This building was originally located on the northwest corner of Jane Street and Number 7 Highway and was used as the home for the miller, who ran a Saw Mill on the corner of Jane Street and Number 7 Highway. It was moved to its present location on the north side of Number 7 Highway east of Jane Street several years ago, and was bequeathed to the Authority by Miss L. McCleary. This is an L- shaped building, the front section being circa 1845, and the kitchen, L -wing, approximately 1865. The building would be significant in the developing story of a community up to 1867, and would be a logical building to go with the Saw Mill, which would be located immediately south of the home. RECOMMENDATION: : That this building be brought into the Village and placed on the suggested location. 4. BALE'S FARM HOi.ME This building is located on the York Downs Golf Course at the southeast corner of Bathurst and Sheppard. It is a frame, stucco building with several appendages. The original structure is circa 1840, and probably two other sections built within the next ten to fifteen years. It is typical of the farm home of that period, and is not important, either from an historic or architectural standpoint. The Committee felt that it would not add significantly to the developing story of Black Creek Village - a community with a terminal date of 1867. It was also felt by the Committee that it would be a very expensive building to restore and that there are much more important buildings which could be brought into the Village. -3- RECOhliENDATION: F -11 That the Bales Farm Home does not fit in well with the available space for buildings and farm development within the Village, and that it not be brought into Black Creek Pioneer Village. TOLL GATE HOUSE The Committee also noted that the lot on Queen Street for the Toll Gate House, is too close to the proposed corner for the suggested location of the Reception Centre, and will not allow for adequate landscaping. There should be a definite break in time between the Village of 1867 and the Reception Centre of the 19707s. RECOMhENDATION : That serious consideration be given to moving the Reception Centre at least fifty feet further south than the present recommended location. Mrs. Dorothy Hague, Chairman, Special Committee re Proposed Buildings and Building Sites at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation ion Authority M JI N U T 1 S F -12 Historical Sites Advisory Board Friday - November -20 -1970 #3/70 The Members of the Historical Sites Advisory Board met in the Half Way House, Black Creek Pioneer Village on Friday, November 20, 1970, commencing at 10 :00 a.m. PRESENT WERE Chairman Vice - Chairman Members Chairman of the Authority Vice - Chairman of the " Executive Member Secretary - Treasurer Director of Operations Adm. - Historical Sites ABSENT WERE Members MINUTES Mrs. D. Hague Dr, F.H. Van Nostrand J. Cavanagh J.E. Harper Brig. J.A. McGinnis Mrs, E. Neil Dr. L.S. Russell Dr. J.W. Scott Dr. G. Ross Lord F.A. Wade Mrs. J.A. Gardner F.L. Lunn K.G. Higgs R.K. Cooper N.A. Boylen W.C, Davidson, Q.C. Wm, E. LeGros Dr. A.H. Richardson D.F. Withrow The Minutes of Meeting #2/70 were presented. Res. #15 Moved by: Seconded by: RESOLVED THAT: The Minutes of CHAIRMAN'S REMARKS Brig. J.A. McGinnis Dr. J.W. Scott Meeting #2/70 be adopted as read. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; The Chairman, in her opening remarks, made reference to the progress at Black Creek Pioneer Village and the excellent attend- ance during this season and advised the members of two recent deaths of interest - John Booth, a Member of the Board and Frank Fog, formerly a member of the Technical Advisory Committee. Res. #16 Moved by: Dr. J.W. Scott Seconded by: Dr. L.S. Russell RESOLVED THAT: A letter of sympathy be sent to the family of the late Frank Fog at their home address, 99 Craiglee Drive, Scarborough, Ontario. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; F -13 -2- STAFF PROGRESS REPORT A Staff Progress Report for the period May 1 to November 9, 1970, was presented. Res. #17 Moved by: Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand Seconded by J.E. Harper RESOLVED THAT: The Staff Progress Report for the period May 1 to November 9, 1970, be received and filed; and that the Staff be congratulated on the efficient operation of the "Village" during the past season. DALZIEL MUSEUM - COMMUNICATIONS Res. #18 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; Moved by: F.A. Wade Seconded by: Dr. J.W. Scott THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: A telephone be installed in the Dalziel Museum, as a safety measure in the event of fire. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; 1971 PRELIMINARY BUDGET ESTIMATES The 1971 Preliminary Budget Estimates were presented and considered in detail. Res. #19 Moved by: Dr, L.S. Russell Seconded by: Mrs. E. Neil RESOLVED THAT: The 1971 Preliminary Budget Estimates be received; and further THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The following Development Budget Estimates be included in the 1971 Budget Estimates of the Authority: Roblin's Mill $3,000.00 Collection 4,000.00 Boardwalk 2,000.00 Bruce's Mill 10,000.00 Print Shop 2,000.00 Kitchen & Service Area Half Way House 154000.00 Total $36,000.00 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; BRUCE'S MILL - RESTORATION A Staff communication was presented having regard to the restoration of Bruce's Mill, Res, #20 Moved by: J.E. Harper Seconded by: Dr, L.S. Russell RESOLVED THAT: The Staff report with regard to the restoration of Bruce's Mill be received and appended as Schedule "A" of these Minutes; and further THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The recommendations contained in the Staff Report on Bruce's Mill Restoration, as set forth herein, be adopted: -3- (a) The Bruce's Mill be restored as an Historic Site; (b) As a matter of policy, the Mill be restored to the 1910 period; F -14 (c) Budget provision be made in the 1971 Budget of the Authority for the following work to be done in 1971, at a cost of $10,000.00: - trenching and fencing the wheel area; - re- siding the whole building; - replacing window sash; - shutters for security purposes. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; BRUCE'S MILL - HOUSE A Staff communication was presented having regard to the house located in the Bruce's Mill. Area. Res. #21 Moved by: J.E. Harper Seconded by: Dr. J.W. Scott RESOLVED THAT: The Staff communication with regard to the Bruce House at the Bruce's Mill Area be received; and THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The recommendation contained in the Staff communication on the Bruce House in the Bruce's Mill Area, as set forth herein, be adopted: 'The Bruce House in the Bruce's Mill Area be retained and that its renovation as a restaurant be referred to the Conservation Areas Advisory Board.' CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; REPORT OF SUB- COMMITTEE RE RECOGNITION OF DONATIONS Dr. Van Nostrand presented a report on behalf of the Sub - Committee appointed to investigate means of recognizing donors to Black Creek Pioneer Village. He advised that two meetings had been held and that the Sub - Committee had come to agreement on the matter. Res. #22 Moved by: Dr. F.H. Van Nostrand Seconded by: Brig, J.A. McGinnis RESOLVED THAT: The report of the Sub - Committee appointed to investigate means of recognizing donors to Black Creek Pioneer Village be received; and THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The recommendation contained in the Report of the Sub- Committee appointed to investigate means of recognizing donors to Black Creek Pioneer Village, as set forth herein, be adopted: "On a temporary basis, the Bell Tower of the Edgley School be located at a suitable place at the Black Creek Pioneer Village entrance, and that the Staff be directed to have prepared a plaque bearing the following words: F -15 -4- 'THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGES THE MANY GENEROUS DONATIONS WHICH HAVE BEEN CONTRIBUTED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE'; and further THAT a suitable scroll or book containing the names of the donors be placed in a case within the Bell Tower so that the names of donors may be viewed ". CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; ADJOURNMENT On Motion, the Meeting adjourned at 12:00 noon, November 20. Mrs, D. Hague F.L. Lunn Chairman Secretary- Treasurer SCHEDULE "A" F -16 To: Historic Sites Advisory Board Re: Bruce's Mill Report #1/70 R.D.H.P. Advisory Board -- 4. Some means be found to commence restoration of the Bruce's Mill building in the Bruce's ;Hill Conservation Area; - referred to Staff for preparation of a report on Phase 1 of restoration. This report was carried unanimously at Executive Meeting #7/70. The building at Bruce's Mills was completed in three stages. The initial mill building was built in the 1850's, and powered by a wooden water wheel. Approximately twenty years later, an addition was constructed on the east end, and within another ten years, the smaller shed was extended to the east end of the building. The main structure was clapboard, the first addition was vertical board and batten, and the second addition, vertical plank. Later on, the first addition was re -sided with a modern type of clapboard. The dimensions of the original building are approximately 36' x 30', the first addition 36' x 20', ant the second addition, 20' x 20'. At the present time, the building is a solid structure, but the siding has badly deteriorated and should be replaced. There has been a new wood shingle roof put on the original structure, the first addition is covered with tin and the second addition has wood shingles which need replacing. The present water wheel was built by Fitz in Philadelphia, and probably installed about 1910. At one time, there was a cover which was removed by the Authority, so that the wheel would br. visible to the public. The concrete well and footings are quite visible and take away.from the aesthetics of the building. There is a drainage problem surrounding the building, and particularly on the north and east sides - swamp comes almost to the edge of the building. This condition should be rectified as it will affect the footings of the building, and will eventually result in rot of the joists and boards around the skirt of the building. Because of the deterioration of the building, there is a definite security problem, and forced entry is made into the building almost weekly. As a result of this, there is a great danger that the building could intentionally, or unintentionally, be burned, and it would seem that the first steps in restoring this building would be to make it secure, and prevent further deterioration of the structure. The open pit area surrounding the wheel presents a problem as far as security is concerned. It is a natural place for children to climb around, and steps should be taken to make sure that the public cannot get close enough to endanger their lives. At the same time, the security should not spoil the aesthetics of the wheel. Once the exterior restoration has been completed, a systematic cleanup of the machinery and interior of the building should be undertaken, with the view to having some of the machinery work. Probably the mill should not be put into production for sometime in the future. However, there•is,a machine which is probably a plate roller, which could produce flour, and it is proposed to get this machine into operation. The restoration would be to the 1910 period, which is approximately when the Fitz wheel was put into operation. Russell K. Cooper, Administrator Historical Sites Division RKC :we November -18 -1970