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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHistorical Sites Advisory Board 1960Vetropottan 5oronto and legion Conseruation, A1LtIl,OP1t y MINUTES F -1 Historical Sites Advisory Board Meeting March 25, 1960 No. 1 The Historical Sites Advisory Board met in the Don Valley Golf Club on Friday, March 25, 1960 commencing at 2 p.m. Present were: Chairman Vice Chairman Members Authority Chairman Authority Vice Chairman Authority member Secretary Treasurer Director, Blaok Creek Conservation Area. Cons. Areas. Planner Architect MINUTES: Mrs. D. Hague N. A. Boylen C. Clifford W. A. Dempsey Prof. T. F. Mcllwraith G. R. Mason Mrs. M. Robinson Mrs. A. Walker Dr. G. R. Lord W. C. Davidson. Mrs. G. Klinck F. L. Lunn A. Colucci W. McLean B. Napier Simpson The minutes of meeting No. 5/59 were presented. Res. #1 - Moved by Mrs. Robinson Seconded by G. R. Mason That the minutes of meeting No. 5/59 as presented be adopted as if read. Carried Unanimously. STAFF PROGRESS REPORT Mr. Colucci presented the staff progress report on the Pioneer Village to date. Res. v2 - Moved by G. R. Mason Seconded by W. C. Davidson That the staff progress report be received. Carried Unanimously. Res. 413 - Moved by Mrs. Walker Seconded by N. A. Boylen The Board recommends that for the present year both existing entrances and parking lots at the Black Creek Conservation Area be maintained and further that staff provision be made for the sale of tickets at both entrances. Carried Unanimously. -2- JOINT SUB - COMMITTEE DEDICATION OF VILLAGE Res. #4 - Moved by Dr. Lord Seconded by Mrs. Walker The Board recommends that Prof. T. F. Mcllwraith and N. A. Boylen be the Historical Sites advisory Board representatives on the joint liaison sub- committee appointed to make suitable arrangements for the dedication of the Pioneer Village and the preparation of the Pioneer Village Brochure. Carried Unanimously. F -2 PIONEER VILL.GE BROCHURE The staff presented certain alternative proposals for the preparation of the Pioneer Village brochure and-asked for an expression of opinion of the Board. Res. 115 Moved by Mrs. Robinson Seconded by Mrs. Walker The Board recommends that if suitable terms can be arranged that the pioneer Village brochure be combined with that of Fort York and Casa Loma. Carried Unanimously. OFFICIAL OPENING BLACK CREEK AND DEDICATION OF PIONEER VILLAGE. - Moved by C. Clifford Seconded by G. R. Mason The Board recommends that the events proposed .for May 2$ take the form of an official opening of the Black Creek Conservation Area and a dedication ceremony for the Pioneer Village. Carried Unanimously. DICKSON HILL SCHOOL Mr. Simpson reported that tentative proposals and prices had been received for the dismantling, moving and re- erecting of the Dickson Hill School at the Pioneer Village. Res. #7 - Moved by Mrs. Robinson Seconded by N. A. Boylen The Board recommends that the staff be authorized and directed to obtain a firm price for the dis- mantling, moving and re- erection of the Dickson Hill School. Carried Unanimously. PRINTING SUB - COMMITTEE REPORT The report of a meeting of the Printing Sub - Committee was presented. Res. ;r$ - Moved by G. R. Mason Seconded by Mrs. Walker That the report of the meeting dated March 14/60 of the Printing Sub - Committee be received and appended as Schedule ,A' of these minutes and the Board recommends that the recommendations contained therein be adopted. Carried Unanimously. -3- ONTARIO HISTORICAL SOCIETY - MUSEUM SECTION A communication was presented from the museum section of the Ontario Historical Society containing certain recoimendations. Res. i9 - Moved by G. R. Mason Seconded by W. C. Davidson The Board recommends that the Executive of the Museums Section of the Ontario Historical Society be advised that the Authority would be agreeable to the use of a card authorizing complimentary admission to the Pioneer Village for holders of the Museums Section Card of the Ontario Historical Society providing other member museums make a similar concession. Carried Unanimously. On motion the meeting adjourned at 4.30 p.m. D. Hague Chairman 5. 4. 60. F. L. Lunn F -3 Secretary - Treasurer. HISTORICAL SITES ADVISORY BOARD REi'OhT 7�1 (being recommendations to the Executive Committee) 1. That for the present year both existing entrances and parking lots at the Black Creek Conservation Area be maintained and further that staff provision be made for the sale of tickets at both entrances. 2. That Prof. T. F. Mcllwraith and N. A. Boylen be the Historical Sites Advisory Board representatives on the joint liaison sub - committee appointed to make suitable arrangements for the dedication of the Pioneer Village and the preparation of the Pioneer Village brochure. 3. That if suitable terms can be arranged that the Pioneer Village brochure be combined with that of Fort York and Casa Loma. 4. That the events proposed for May 28 take the form of an official opening of the Black Creek Conservation Area and a dedication ceremony for the Pioneer Village. 5. That the staff be authorized and directed to obtain a firm price for the dismantling, moving and re- erection of the Dickson Hill School. ' That the recommendations contained in the Printing Sub - Committee report of meeting of March 14/60 appended as Schedule tA' of the Historical Sites Advisory Board Meeting Tp1 /60 be adopted. 7. That the Executive of the Museums Section of the Ontario Historical Society be advised that the Authority would be agreeable to the use of a card authorizing complimentary admission to the Pioneer Village for holders of the Museums Section Card of the Ontario Historical Society providing other member museums make a similar concession. F -4 SCHEDULE 'At REPORT OF A MEETING AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE PRINTING SUB - COMMITTEE OF THE HISTORICAL SITES ADVISORY BOARD The Printing Sub - Committee met at the King Edward Hotel, Toronto, on Monday March 14, 1960 commencing at 12. 15 p.m. Present were: Chairman W. Leavens Members A. D. McFall R. G. Henderson J. M. Redditt W. J. Palmer M. Jeanneret C. Hawes Staff F. L. Lunn K. G. Higgs A. Colucci The chairman outlined the purpose of the formation of the committee. The desirability of establishing a printing shop as a feature of the Pioneer Village was considered. The practical aspects of such an undertaking were discussed in some detail. It was agreed: - 1.. That a meeting of the Committee be held at the Pioneer Village on Monday March 21 commencing at 3 p.m. 2.. That Mr.. Redditt prepare a roundup story for the Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association Bulletin outlining the proposed project and making known to that body the needs of the Committee. 3. That all members of the committee explore their particular fields for ideas, assistance and materials. 4. That support for the project be solicited from organizations and persons concerned. with the various aspects of printing in the Region. 5. That Messrs. Leavens & Hawes study materials and equipment and prepare a list of essential equipment and material necessary for the operation of such a shop. 6. That the types of publications which could be produced be studied by Messrs. Redditt and Jeanneret and report to next meeting and further such report contain recommendations as to Editorial Policy. It was further agreed and the committee recommends - (a) That a printing shop be established as part of the Pioneer Village. (b) That the staff be directed to endeavour to acquire. a suitable building. (c) The Committee be authorized to acquire suitable equipment and material. (d) That the press offered by E. W. Brown of Woodbridge be accepted. W. Leavens F. L. Lunn C;:.^ irman Sec. - Treasurer. Metropolitan Joronto and Region Consericttjon __Authority MIN TES F -6 Historical Sites Advisory Board Meeting_ August 9th, 1960 No.2 The Village, Black HCreek 1 Advisory ona Tuesday aAugust Pioneer 1 9 60 commencing at 2.p.m. g Present were :- Chairman: Vice - Chairman: Secretary - Treasurer Director, Black Creek Conservation Area: Public Relations Consultant: Mrs. D. Hague N. A. Boylen J. A. Carroll C. Clifford W. A. Dempsey J. E. Harper G. R. Mason F. L. Lunn A. Colucci J. Grimahaw i iINUTES : The minutes of meeting No. 1/60 were presented, Res: #10- Moved by N. A. Boylen Seconded by J. E. Harper. That the minutes of meeting No. 1/60 as presented be adopted as if read. Carried Unanimously. ST:,FF PROGRESS REPORT: Mr. Colucci presented the Staff Progress Report on the Pioneer Village to date. Res:#11- Moved by J. E. Harper Seconded by C. Clifford That the Staff Progress Report be received.. Carried Unanimously. T CHNICaL ADVISORY SUB- COiv1I.ijITTEE REPORTS: Reports and recommendations of the Technical Advisory Sub- Committee at meetings held May 17th and July 20th 1960 were presented.. Res: #12 - Moved by C. Clifford Seconded by G. R. Mason F -7 -7- That the reports of the meetings of the Technical Advisory Sub - Committee held May 17th and July 20th 1960, be received and appended as Schedule "C" and iTETT of these minutes and that the recommendations contained therein be adopted. Carried Unanimously. PRINTING SUB_ COMMITTEE REPORTS: Reports of two meetings held by the Printing Sub - Committee were presented. Res: #13 -Moved by G. R. Mason Seconded by N. A. Boylen That the reports of meetings of the Printing Sub - Committee held May 6th and June 21st, 1960, be received and appended as Schedules "A" and "B" and adopted. Carried Unanimously. PIONEER FESTIVAL 1960: The Staff presented a report with recommendations for the 1960 Pioneer Festival. Res: #14. -Moved by G. R. Mason Seconded by C. Clifford That the Staff report on the Pioneer Festival for 1960 be received and the Board recommends that the recommendations contained therein as amended and set forth herein, be adopted. a) That the Pioneer Festival be held September 24th 1960 b) That the Festival be sited at the Pioneer Village. c) That the scope of activities be enlarged and include the following activities :- AGRICULTURE: The Story of Wheat - Seeding display, Harvesting, Threshing, Grinding, Horse power threshing machine. Flax Demonstration - Processing, retting, breaking, scutching, spinning, weaving. Cider Pressing. HOUSEHOLD ARTS: Butter Making, Apple Butter, Baking, Candle Making, Soap Making, Sausage Making, Saurkraut. - F -$ SKILLED CRAFTS: Setting a tire, Pottery, Printing Press, Quilting Bee, Horse Shoeing. CULTURE: Regional History, Immigration to Canada, Church Songs, Canadian Ballads, Early dancing, Debate on Confederation, Band, Play (Little Eva), Early Food, Herbs in Canada, Canadian Furniture. d) That Authority members be issued identification and be requested to assist in providing information on the Authority to those attending the Festival. Carried Unanimously. PIONEER FESTIVAL ADMISSION: Res: #15- Moved by J. A. Carroll Seconded by W. A. Dempsey D. Hague Chairman 10.$.60 The Board recommends that admission to the 1960 Pioneer Festival be - Adults 50c, Children free and further that no charge be made for parking. Carried Unanimously. On motion the meeting adjourned at 5.15 pm. F. L. Lunn. Secretary- Treasurer. F -9 HISTORICAL SITES ADVISORY BOARD REPORT #2. (being recommendations to the Executive Committee) 1. That the school be located slightly to the west of the Woodbridge house on the north side of the village road as staked by the Technical Advisory Sub - Committee. 2. That Prof. Carless be appointed to the Technical Advisory Sub - Committee to replace Prof. Zaslow during his absence in Europe. 3. That the publication to be printed in the Village Print Shop be named the Pioneer Press and that the format be that of an early Ontario newspaper. 4. Pioneer Village Festival: a) That the Pioneer Festival be held September 24th/60 b) That the Pioneer Festival be sited at the Pioneer Village c) That the scope of activities be enlarged and include the following: - AGRICULTURE: The Story of Wheat - Seeding display, Harvesting, Threshing, Grinding, Horse power threshing machine. Flax Demonstration - Processing, Retting, Breaking, Scutching, Spinning, Weaving. Cider Pressing. HOUSEHOLD ARTS: Butter Making, Apple Butter, Baking, Candle Making, Soap Making, Sausage Making, Saurkraut. SKILLED CRAFTS: Setting a tire, Pottery, Printing Press, Quilting Bee, Horse Shoeing. CULTURE: Regional History, Immigration to Canada, Church Songs, Canadian Ballads, Early dancing, Debate on Confederation, Band, Play (Little Eva), Early Food, Herbs in Canada, Canadian Furniture. d) That Authority members be issued identification and be requested to assist in providing information on the Authority to those attending the Festival. 5. That admission to the 1960 Pioneer Festival be Adults 50¢, Children free and further, that no charge be made for parking. SCHEDULE 'I' F -10 REPORT OF A MEETING AND RECOMVJMENDATIONS OF THE WILDLIFE SUB -COM ITTEE OF THE CONSERVATION AREAS ADVISORY BOARD The Wildlife Sub - Committee of the Conservation areas Advisory Board met at the Cold Creek Conservation Area on Saturday June 18th commencing at 2 p.m. Present were: Chairman C. Sauriol • Members G. Cooke J. Mitchele E. Colquette Mrs. G. Klinck Staff K.G. Higgs M. Johnson W. McLean A tour of inspection was made of the Cold Creek Conservation Area and proposed plan of development was discussed in some detail, It was agreed - (1) That the Sub - Committee hold a meeting in August to review plans. (2) That various interested persons and groups be invited to attend the August meeting and take part in the dis- cussions of the plan of development. The Sub - Committee recommends - That the staff prepare a detailed plan of development including an evaluation of the many uses which could be made of the area by public groups together with a schedule of development and a method of operation. On motion the meeting adjourned at 5 p.m. C. Sauriol Chairman 23. 6. 60, F. L. Lunn Secretary-Treasurer. F -11 SChE.)ULE '':B" REPORT OF “ MEETING OF THE PRINTING SUB- COMI■iITTEE OF THE HI3TOfIC.iL SITES RDVISORY BOARD The Printing Sub - Committee met at Brown's Print Shop, Woodbric e, on Friday May Oth 19b0, commencing at 12.30 p.m. Present were: Chairman: W. Leavcns Members J. M. Redditt M. Jeanneret Ont. Editorial Bureau E. Curwain Staff: K. G. Higgs A. Colucci Printing material and equipment offered by Mr. E. Brown of Woodbridge was inspected and suitable items selected for removal to the Pioneer Village. A number of other matters were discussed. It was agreed :- 1. That the staff be requested to move the equipment and materials selected from the collection of E. Brown to the Pioneer Village on May 10th. 2. That efforts be made to commemorate the dedication of the Pioneer Village on June 2nd as Pioneer Day and that a suitable Proclamation be printed and issued. 3. That the publication to be printed in the Village Print Shop be named "The Pioneer Press" and that the format be that of an early Ontario Newspaper. 4. That an appeal be made for copies of early Canadian books and publications. On motion the meeting adjourned at 3.p.m. W. Leavens F. L. Lunn. Chairman Secretary-Treasurer. 11.5.60 I SCHEDULE "C" REPORT OF A MEETING AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TECHNICAL ADVISORY SUB - COMMITTEE OF THE HISTORICAL SITES ADVISORY BOARD. F -12 The Sub - Committee met at the Pioneer Village on Tuesday, May 17th 1960, commencing at 3.p.m. discussed. Present were:- Chairman: Members: Authority Chairman Advisory Board Vice - Chairman: Architect Staff Prof. T. F. Mcllwraith F. Fog Col. J. A. McGinnis Mrs. E. Neil Dr. J. W. Scott Prof. M. Zaslow Prof. W. T. Easterbrook Dr. G. R. Lord N. A. Boylen B. Napier Simpson A. Colucci The proposed location of the Dixon Hill School was The plans for the dedication of the village were reviewed. The development work underway was inspected. It was agreed and the Sub - Committee recommends :- 1. That the school be located slightly to the west of the Woodbridge House on the north side of the village road as staked by the sub - committee. T. F. Mcllwraith F. L. Lunn Chairman Secretary- Treasurer 19.5.60 SCHEDULE 'D' REPORT OF A MEETING OF THE PRINTING SUB - COMMITTEE OF THE HISTORIC AL SITES kDVISORY BOARD F -13 The Printing Sub - Committee of the Historical Sites Advisory Board met at the King Edward Hotel on June 21st, 1960 commencing at 12.30 p.m. Present were: Chairman W. 'Leavens Members Prof. T. F. Mcllwraith J. Redditt D. McFall C. Nolan Hist. Sites. Bd. Chairman Mrs. D. Hague Staff W. R. Teddiman A. Colucci The methods to be followed in publishing the Pioneer Press were discussed in detail. It was agreed - 1. That Mr. M. Jeanneret, Mr. C. Hawes and Mr. J. Redditt be a publishing committee and that Mr. J. Redditt be chairman. 2. That the staff be asked to make line drawings for the "Pioneer Press ". 3. That the name plate tave the form of the pictorial type. 4. That the publication have a motto. 5. That the deadline for the copy be August 1st and that the Pioneer Press be published on August 27th. On motion the meeting adjourned at 2.30 p.m. W. Leavens F. L. Lunn Chairman Secretary- Treasurer. 23. 6. 60. SCHEDULE "E" REPORT OF A MEETING & RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TECHNICAL ADVISORY SUB - COMMITTEE OF THE HISTORICAL SITES ADVISORY BOARD. F -14. The Sub - Committee met at the Pioneer Village on July 20th 1960 commencing at 2.p.m. Present were: Chairman: Members: Authority Chairman: Advisory Board Chairman: Architect: Staff: Prof. T.F. Mcllwraith F. Fog Dr. W. Jury Col. J. A. McGinnis Mrs. E. Neil. Dr. J. W. Scott Prof. W.T. Easterbrook Dr. G. R. Lord Mrs. D. Hague B. Napier Simpson F. L. Lunn A. Colucci The proposed location of the Church was discussed in detail. Mrs. Neil reported having seen a suitable driving shed north of Markham. Mr. Colucci reported that negotiations were under -way in an attempt to obtain suitable box pews. It was agreed that :- 1) Negotiations continue for the Fisherville Church. 2) That every effort be made to acquire suit- able pews. 3) An attempt be made to locate a suitable church driving shed. 4) That enquiries be made to the Department of Education for suitable school desks and seats. 5) That an effort be made to provide examples of early school pamphlets for distributing to visiting children. It was agreed and the Sub - Committee recommends :- 1) That an old time play be included in the programme of the Pioneer Festival. 2) That Prof. Carless be appointed to replace Prof. Zaslow during his absence in Europe. T. F. Mcllwraith. F. L. Lunn. Chairman. Secretary- Treasurer. FLL /MM 9/8/60 Vetropo/tan 7oronto ani �e�ion Con4ervation, Ju,gority MINUTES F -1.5 Historical Sites Advisory Board Meeting November 30 , 1960 No0 The His rical Sites Advisory Board met in the Board Room, 17 Mill St., on Wednesday, November 30th, 1960, commencing at 2:00 p.m. PRESENT WERE: MINUTES: The Minutes of Res. ,Y16: Acting Chairman Members :authority Chairman Authority Vice Chairman W. C. Davidson Secretary Treas. F. L. Lunn Director Black Creek Conservation Area A. Colucci Consulting Architect Be Napier Simpson Jr, N. A. Boylen J. A. Carroll C. Clifford T;i. A. Dempsey J. E; Harper Prof. T. F. Mclllwraith Mrs; M. Robinson Mrs. A, Walker Dr, G. Ross Lord Meeting No 2/60 were presented. Moved By :- Mrs, M.-Robinson Seconded By:- Prof. T. %icIllwraith Resolved That:- the Minutes of Meeting No. 2/60 as presented be adopted as if read. Carried Unanimously, STAFF PROGRESS REPORT: The Director of the-Village presented the 1960 Staff Report which was discussed in detail, Res, I/17: Moved By :- Prof; T. Mclllwraith Seconded By:- J. E, Harper Resolved That:- the 1960 Staff Progress Report be received and appended as Schedule "A" of these Minutes, and further that the Staff be thanked for their efforts and in particular in re- gard to the excellent public relations which have been established for the Pioneer Village. Carried Unanimously. SALE OF ITEMS - PIONEER VILLAGE: A Staff Report regarding the proposed sale of items in the Laskay Store and a Souvenir Stand was presented and considered at length. - 2- Moved By:- C. Clifford Seconded By:- Mrs, M. Robinson Resolved That:- the Staff Report on the proposed sale of items at the Pioneer Village be received; And further that The Board Recommends. That:- the recommendations contained therein and set forth herein be adopted; (a) that the Staff be authorized to stock the Laskay Store with suitable items for sale to the general public (b) that the Staff be authorized to establish a Souvenir Stand in a suitable location which --ill be stocked with suitable items for sale to the public. Carried Unanimously, F -16 USE OF PIONEER VILLAGE ITEMS FOR COMMERCIAL PUBLICITY: The Staff presented a report requesting direction in the use of. Pioneer Village items or collections when such are used for commercial., publicity, or promotional purposes. Res. #19: Moved By:- J. A, Carroll Seconded By:- W C. Davidson Resolved That:- the Staff Report on the Use Of Pioneer-Village items or collections for commercial, publicity, and promotional purposes be received: And further that The Board Recommends That: - the recommendations contained therein as amended and set forth herein be adopted: (a) a suitable agreement for the use of Pioneer Village materials and photo- graphs be prepared (b) the use of Pioneer Museum material and photographs be at the discretion of the Director (c) that reasonable fees not to exceed the following be charged at the discretion of the Director: Director's Time: $iO.00 for first 2 hrs, YY Yr : • $ 5.00 " each addtnl. hr. Other Staff: $5.00 for first 2 hrs. Y1 Yt y,2.50 each additional hour Transportation: At Cost 1961 PRELIMINARY BUDGET ESTIMATES: The 1961 Preliminary Budget Estimates were presented and considered item by item, Res. i#20: Moved By:- Mrs. -M, Robinson Seconded By:- W. A. Dempsey The Board Recommends That:- the 1961 Preliminary Budget Estimates as set forth herein be included in the 1961 Authority Budget Estimates. - 3.- (a) Squire's Residence (b) Artisan's House (c) Church (d) School (e) Laskay Store (f) Cider Mill (g) New Buildings (h) Fees 1311;200,00 1;950 ;00 7,$00;00 4.;100.00 7,000 ;00 •500,00 5 ;000 ;00 2.000.00 $39,550.00 Carried Unanimously, BLACK CREEK W NSERVATION AREA - EXTENSION: The Staff outlined the proposals Creek Conservation Area. Res, #21: Moved By:- W. A; Seconded By:- C. F -17 in regard to the Extension of the Black Dempsey Clifford Resolved That:- this Board concur in the proposed land acquisition programme for the Black Creek Conservation'Area. Carried Unanimously. PROPOSED FEE STRUCTURE: A Staff communication was presented recommending that consideration be given to certain amendments in the admission fees commencing in 1961. Res, #22: Moved By:- Mrs, M. Robinson Seconded By:- J. E. Harper Resolved That:- the Staff communication on the proposed future fee structure be received: And further The Board Recommends That: - commencing in 1901 the following schedule of fees be adopted for admission to the Pions er Village: (a) Parking: No Charge (b) Adults: 75¢ (c) Students - All Grades: 25¢ (d) Children Under 6 Years: Fred (e) Special Rates For Groups: 25¢ per Adult (f) Organized School Groups: Free Youth Educational Groups: Free Carried Unanimously, PERMANENT STAGE -- PIONEER VILLAGE THEATRE: A communication was presented suggesting that consideration be given to constructing a permanent stage for the Pioneer Theatre at the Village, .es, #23: Moved By:- Dr. u, Ross Lord Seconded By:- W. C, Davidson Resolved That:- the p ropesal to establish a permanent stage for a Pioneer Theatre be referred to the Technical Advisory Sub - Committee for study and report. Carried Unan imously. F -1$ 4 ADJOURNMENT: On Motion, the Meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m. N. A,. Boylen F, L. Lunn Acting Chairman Secretapy Treasurer Dec. 1/60 F -19 HISTORICAL SITES ADVISORY BOARD REPORT #3 (being recommendations to the Executive Committee) 1. That the recommendations contained in the Staff Report on the proposed sale of items at the Pioneer Village set forth herein be adopted: (a) that the Staff be authorized to stock the Laskay Store with suitable items for sale to the general public (b) that the Staff be authorized to establish a Souvenir Stand in a suitable location which •will: be stocked with suitable items for sale to the public. 2. That the recommendations contained in the gtaff Report on the use of Pioneer Village items or collections for commercial, publicity, and promotional purposes as amended and set forth herein be adopted: (a) a suitable agreement for the use of Pioneer Village materials and photographs be prepared (b) the use of Pioneer Museum material and photographs be at the discretion of the Director (c) that reasonable fees not to exceed the following be charged at the discretion of the Director: Director's Time: x'10 ;00 for first 2 hours ?? '' $ 5.00 for each additional hour Other Staff: )5;00 for first 2 hours it " : :i12.50 for each additional hour Tranportation: At Cost 3, That the 1961 Preliminary Budget Estina tec as set forth herein be included in the 1961 Authority Budget Estimates: (a) Squire's Residence $11,200,00 (b) Artisan's House 1,950.00 (c) Church 7,$00 ;00 (d) School 4,100 ;00 (e) Laskay Store 7,000.00 (f) Cider Mill 500 ;00 (g) New Buildings 5,000;00 (h) Fees 2,000.00 $39 , 550.00 4. That commencing in 1961 the following schedule of fees be adopted for admission to the Pioneer Village: (a) Parking No ,Charge (b) Adults 75¢ (c) Students - All Grades 25¢ (d) Children Under 6 Years Free (e) Special Rates For Groups 25¢ Per Adult (f) Organized School Groups ) Free Youth Educational Groups) Free Schedule "A" F -20 Staff Progress Report Pioneer Villa e - Black Creek Conservation Area for the year 1960 1. BUILDINGS (a) Completed restoration of settler's second house and furnished. (b) Completed restoration of Artisan's house, furnishing $O% complete. (c) Cider mill restoration 50% completed; adjacent drive shed completed. (d) Dickson Hill school restoration 90% completed; furnishing 10%. (e) Squire'sresidence: interior main structure 75% completed; kitchen wing 10% completed; larder 50%; drive shed $O%. (f) Smoke house restoration completed. (g) Laskay general store moved to Pioneer Village Feb. 19/60; restoration 15%. (h) Fisherville Presbyterian Church moved to Pioneer Village November 1/60. Foundation work in progress. (i) Wiring to Artisan house completed. 2. OFFICIAL OPENING June 2nd, 1960. Official opening of Black Creek Conservation Area and dedication of Pioneer Village. 3. ATTENDANCE 94,248 overall. 236 school groups. Approximate number of children - 9,400. 4. PIONEER FESTIVAL 10,000 visitors. 5. PUBLICITY (,) Two appearances on C.B.C. program Tabloid. (B) Press party September 22nd. (0) Three appearances on radio and numerous mentions on this medium. (D) Two C.B.C. news broadcast items. (E) Numerous newspaper articles. (F) One week of sustained publicity while Mr. and Mrs. P. Worthington lived at Pioneer Village. (G) 5000 copies of Pioneer Press printed and sold. 6. LECTURES 15 lectures -- i.udience 1200 Teachers Guide Prepared for School Tours. - 2 - F -21 7. SPECI.1L EXHIBITS Early Coverlets 4 weeks 19th Century Toys 4 weeks $. MI JOR .,CQUISITIONS One team of horses One vis a vis carriage on loan Two threshing machines on loan One horse on loan One demi phaeton One grandfather clock 1790 Equipment for Pioneer printing shop 9. ;LEE:, DEVELOPMENT (,.) completed additional $0 car parking lot. (B) completed road and two parking lots (one 30 car lot, and one 20 car lot) (C) road from Steeles to Dalziel Barn completed. this road is now being lined with stumps. (D) new entrance sign and flag pole, (E) removal of all overhead electrical wires completed. (F) ditch sodding along Village roads completed. (G) refreshment booth 30% complete. (H) two drilled wells. Pumping equipment now in progress. (I) increased picnic area. (J) total of scheduled picnics 50 attendance 6000. Nov. 25, 1960 Colucci