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City of Maple Ridge
Community Heritage Commission Meeting Minutes
January 26, 2023
The Minutes of the Regular Community Heritage Commission Meeting held via Zoom teleconference and
hosted in the Blaney Room at Maple Ridge City Hall on January 26, 2023 at 7:00 pm.
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COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT
Councillor Judy Dueck Council Liaison
Jared Bissky, Chair Member at Large
Gladys Hewson Member at Large
Michael Cook Member at Large
Julie Koehn Maple Ridge Historical Society Representative
STAFF PRESENT
Krista Gowan Staff Liaison, Planner 2
Arsh Dhillon Committee Clerk, Legal and Legislative Services
ABSENT
Graham Strang Member at Large
Ross Dunning Maple Ridge Historical Society Representative
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1.CALL TO ORDER – 6:57 p.m.
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
R/2023-CHC-001
It was moved and seconded
That the agenda for the January 26, 2023 Community Heritage Commission Regular Meeting be
approved as circulated.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3.ADOPTION OF MINUTES
R/2023-CHC-002
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the September 8, 2022 Community Heritage Commission Regular Meeting
be adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4.DELEGATIONS – NIL
5.NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.1. Welcome/Member Introductions
New and returning members introduced themselves to the group.
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5.2. Advisory Committee Overiew
K.Gowan, Staff Liaison, provided an overview of Committee proceedings, described the mandate
and ongoing work of the Community Heritage Commission (CHC).
5.3. Chair and Vice Chair Selection
The Commission appointed Jared Bissky as Chair of the Community Heritage Commission for
2023. The Commission will select the Vice-Chair at the next regular meeting.
R/2023-CHC-003
It was moved and seconded
That Jared Bissky be appointed as Chair of the Community Heritage Commission for 2023.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.4. 2023 Meeting Schedule
The Commission adopted a 2023 meeting schedule.
R/2023-CHC-004
It was moved and seconded
That the Commission approve the 2023 Community Heritage Commission meeting schedule as
circulated.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.5. 2023 CHC Work Plan
The Commission approved the 2023 Community Heritage Commission Work Plan and
forwarded the recommendations to Council for approval.
R/2023-CHC-005
It was moved and seconded
That the Commission approve the 2023 Community Heritage Commission Work Plan as
discussed at the September 8, 2022 Community Heritage Commission meeting and be
forwarded to Council for approval.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.6. Heritage Plan Update
K. Gowan, Staff Liaison, provided an update on the Heritage Plan.
5.7. Draft Heritage Financial Incentives Pilot Program Framework
K. Gowan, Staff Liaison, provided an overview of the Draft Heritage Financial Incentives Pilot
Program Framework. The Commission members engaged in discussion on process, procedure
and requirements.
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R/2023-CHC-006
It was moved and seconded
That the Draft Heritage Financial Incentives Pilot Program Framework be presented at a future
Council meeting.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.8. Draft Municipally Owned Heritage Resources List
K. Gowan, Staff Liaison, provided an overview of the Draft Municipally Owned Heritage Resources
List. The Commission engaged in discussion and provided feedback on priority items. K. Gowan
will forward the information to the Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee.
5.9. Heritage Awards Event Planning
The Commission approved vendors for catering, entertainment, advertising and decorations for
the 2023 Heritage Awards.
R/2023-CHC-007
It was moved and seconded
That the Community Heritage Commission allocate a budget of $1500 for the 2023 Heritage
Awards.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6. LIASION UPDATES
6.1. Maple Ridge Historical Society
J. Koehn provided an update on the Maple Ridge Historical Society events and campaigns.
6.2. Council Liaison
Councillor Dueck provided an update on Council strategic planning and mandate.
6.3. Staff Liaison
K. Gowan provided an update on the Robertson Cemetery and land acquisition.
7. TASK FORCE UPDATES – NIL
8. QUESTION PERIOD FOR THE PUBLIC – NIL
9. ROUNDTABLE
Members discussed relevant community events and initiatives related to community heritage.
10. RESOLUTION TO EXCLUDE THE PUBLIC
R/2023-CHC-008
It was moved and seconded
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That pursuant to section 90 of the Community Charter, this portion of the meeting be closed to
the public as the subject matter being considered relates to the following:
90(1)(a) -personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is being
considered for a position as an officer, employee or agent of the municipality or another
position appointed by the municipality.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
11. ADJOURNMENT -8:55 p.m.
The ne xt regular meeting of the Community Heritage Commission will be held on Thursday, April
13, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
Arsh Dhillon, Acting Chair
Jare~Chair
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