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City of Maple Ridge
Community Heritage Commission
MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Community Heritage Commission,
held via Zoom teleconference on October 7, 2021 at 7:00 pm.
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COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT
Councillor Ryan Svendsen Council Liaison
Jared Bissky, Vice Chair Member at Large
Romana Osborne Member at Large
Eric Phillips Member at Large
Julie Koehn Maple Ridge Historical Society Representative
STAFF PRESENT
Krista Gowan Staff Liaison, Planner 1
Mike McLean Committee Clerk, Legal and Legislative Services
ABSENT
Shane Gehring, Chair Member at Large
Ross Dunning Maple Ridge Historical Society Representative
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
R/2021-017
It was moved and seconded
That the agenda for the October 7, 2021 Community Heritage Commission meeting be approved
as circulated.
CARRIED
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
R/2021-018
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the Maple Ridge Community Heritage Commission for May 13, 2021 be
adopted.
CARRIED
4. DELEGATIONS – NIL
5. NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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5.1 Municipal Scan of Heritage Plaques/Signage Presentation
Romana Osborne discussed signage options used by other municipalities for heritage sites,
including the prevention of vandalism and the creation of plaques by local artists. Councillor Ryan
Svendsen discussed replacing valuable metals with less valuable materials to discourage
vandalism. Vice Chair Jared Bissky requested that R. Osborne provide further insight into options
for heritage plaques/signage during upcoming Committee meetings.
Note: Julie Koehn joined the meeting at 7:04 pm
5.2 Youth Grant Research Presentation
Vice Chair Bissky noted with the absence of Chair Shane Gehring that the Youth Grant Research
Presentation should be revisited during the next Committee meeting.
5.3 2022 CHC Work Plan
The Staff Liaison provided an update on the 2022 CHC Work Plan, including the conservation
masterplan, advising on heritage revitalization matters, and updating the heritage register.
R/2021-019
It was moved and seconded
That the Community Heritage Commission Work Plan be adopted as is and recommended to
Council for approval.
CARRIED
5.4 Annual Heritage Awards
Vice Chair Bissky discussed the process of advertising for the Annual Heritage Awards. Eric
Phillips discussed recognizing the contributions of local residents to the preservation of heritage.
5.5 BC Historical Federation 2021 Conference Report Out
J. Koehn provided an overview of the 2021 BC Historical Federation Conference, including the
history of the Peace Arch and the value of incorporating different historical perspectives.
5.6 2022 Membership Recruitment
The Staff Liaison provided an update on recruiting members for the CHC and the upcoming
deadline for submissions on October 17, 2021.
6. LIASION UPDATES
6.1 Council Liaison
Councillor Svendsen provided an update on the following:
• Pedestrian safety initiatives
• The announcement of Michael Van Dop as the new Fire Chief
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6.2 Staff Liaison
The Staff Liaison provided an update on the following:
• The Music on the Wharf concert series
• The demolition of property on Battle Avenue
6.3 Maple Ridge Historical Society
J. Koehn provided an update on the following:
• The repair of the historic caboose
• The 1920s fashion exhibit at the ACT Art Gallery
• The ACT Art Gallery’s YouTube channel
• The Music on the Wharf concert series
7. TASK FORCE UPDATES
7.1 Heritage Incentive Planning
Vice Chair Bissky spoke about the possibility of providing financial incentives for the preservation
of heritage properties. The Staff Liaison discussed the process of consulting with local groups to
determine the logistics of administering and distributing funds.
7.2 Heritage Plan
The Staff Liaison provided an update on the results of recent open house initiatives for the
Heritage Plan, including engagement with First Nations and school districts.
Note: Councillor Svendsen left the meeting at 8:03 pm.
8. QUESTION PERIOD FOR THE PUBLIC
9. ROUNDTABLE
E. Phillips discussed the heritage designation of the Port Haney Wharf, the potential for the
restoration of a heritage commercial area and the status of various heritage properties. R.
Osborne discussed the opportunity to mark the inaugural National Truth and Reconciliation Day
and the inclusion of Indigenous peoples in heritage efforts. J. Koehn spoke about attending
events on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
10. ADJOURNMENT − 8:22 pm.
The next regular meeting of the Community Heritage Commission will be held on Thursday,
November 18, 2021 at 7:00 pm
Jared Bissky, Acting Chair
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