Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee

Resolved that the September 12th, 2023 GHAC Agenda be approved.

Resolved that Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee minutes of July 11th, 2023 be received.

Resolved that the verbal update from Harold Madi be received.

That Report GH 23-14 251 Murray Street – Municipal Heritage Register - Modern Addition Demolition dated September 12th, 2023, be received; and That the demolition request for the modern addition at 251 Murray Street be recommended for approval; and That the photos taken during the demolition of the modern addition on 251 Murray Street be provided to the Grimsby Historical Society for their archives; and That viable material from the demolished modern addition be salvaged and/or offered to salvage companies to avoid high-quality materials from going into the landfill, including the exterior brick veneer, and that wherever possible the salvaged materials be reintegrated into the heritage site.

That Report HG 23-15 376 Nelles Road North – Designated Property Garage Demolition Request dated September 12th, 2023, be received; and That the demolition request for the garage at 376 Nelles Road North be recommended for approval; and That the garage at 376 Nelles Road North be photo documented and copies be provided to the Grimsby Historical Society for their archives; and That the original louvered shutters from the designated dwelling at 376 Nelles Road North that are stored in the garage be preserved and stored on-site; and That viable material from the garage be salvaged and/or offered to salvage companies to avoid high-quality materials from going into the landfill, and that wherever possible the salvaged materials be reintegrated into the heritage site.

Resolved, that 92 Main Street West be designated under Part IV Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act; and That a Notice of Intention to designate be issued in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act.

Resolved, that 332 Main Street West be designated under Part IV Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act; and that a Notice of Intention to designate be issued in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act.

Resolved, that 360 Main Street West be designated under Part IV Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act; and that a Notice of Intention to designate be issued in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act.

Whereas, the Grimsby Heritage Committee recognizes the importance of public education and engagement, the potential benefits of revisiting the "Doors Open" initiative, and the need for community support in matters related to heritage preservation; and Whereas, the Grimsby Heritage Committee feels that it is essential for the Town of Grimsby to establish a dedicated working group to address these objectives and facilitate these initiatives effectively; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That: The Grimsby Heritage Committee hereby recommends that the Council of Town of Grimsby considers the establishment of a "Grimsby Heritage Committee Working Group" with the primary objective of public education and engagement, exploring the possibility of revisiting the "Doors Open" initiative, and providing support to the community in heritage preservation matters, and that The Working Group shall be composed of members representing various stakeholders, as outlined in the Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee Terms of Reference, and its initial term shall be one year, renewable upon mutual agreement and based on the achievement of objectives, and that The Grimsby Heritage Committee endorses the Working Group's pursuit of funding and resources through grants, donations, and partnerships with local organizations, the provincial, and federal government to support its activities and initiatives, and that The Grimsby Heritage Committee expresses its commitment to promoting and preserving Grimsby's heri