Part 2: Heritage Plaques, Permits, and Policy Updates Reviewed — 07/05/2023

John Hirsch, Vice Chair and acting Chair, led most discussions and consistently emphasized process, clarity, and alignment with heritage bylaws. Hirsch supported replacing the Long Reach Lookout plaque, approving the 48 Bowery Street permit, and advancing clearer mural guidelines. His approach affects residents by reinforcing predictable heritage rules and encouraging proper applications rather than after the fact enforcement.

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Kate MacNaughton, Councillor, raised the initial concern about cemetery maintenance in Waupoos and later moved the motion supporting replacement of the missing heritage plaque. Her involvement highlighted how resident concerns can be elevated through advisory committees and addressed by staff.

Adam Goheen, Director of Operations, explained the cemetery maintenance contract issues and standards. His comments directly affect families visiting cemeteries, clarifying what level of upkeep is expected and how issues should be reported.

John Lyons, as a deputant, presented detailed documentation on the missing plaque and supported secure replacement rather than expanded signage at this stage. His advocacy led directly to committee action, restoring a public heritage marker many residents have asked about.

Sandy Latchford, Chair of the committee though absent earlier, joined discussion to suggest stronger security language for the plaque replacement. This affects locals by reducing the chance of repeated theft.

Anne, staff support, guided procedural steps, especially around the mural guideline reconsideration and heritage designation working group. Her role ensures decisions move forward legally and efficiently.

Grace Nyman, staff, presented the case for removing the Base 31 fire hall from the heritage list and adding the Millennium Trail grain elevator. This affects residents by shaping which buildings are formally recognized and protected as County heritage.

Committee members including R. John Garside and others supported permit approvals and designation changes, emphasizing fairness, clarity, and public understanding.

For residents, these decisions mean a missing heritage plaque will be replaced, reasonable changes to heritage homes continue to be allowed, some older municipal buildings may lose heritage status, and others may gain protection, and communication with property owners about heritage designation is becoming more structured and transparent across Prince Edward County.

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