Chris Allen

The agenda for the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting includes several key items presented in subsequent reports. Discussions are scheduled regarding an Access Fund Request for the purchase of six new emergency evacuation chairs for multi-floor recreation facilities, with a requested approval amount of $18,330. Another Access Fund Request concerns funding for a Disability Inclusion Workshop for City staff during AccessAbility Week, requested at $1,356.00. The committee will also receive a presentation providing an update on the Riverview Park and Zoo Accessible Playground project, focusing on accessibility upgrades to pathways and design. Finally, the committee is tasked with reviewing and selecting Site Plan Control applications for further accessibility review.

The key discussion topics for the meeting include the confirmation of minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting, and several reports presented for consideration. These reports cover the proposed heritage designation of 212-216 London Street, detailing its cultural heritage value as a rare Edwardian Classicism row house and its historical associations. Another report provides an inventory of extant farmhouses within the City of Peterborough, compiled following a request from the February meeting. Furthermore, an update on the designation status of listed properties addresses the legislative requirements for designation before the December 31, 2026 deadline. The final report provides an update on the activities of the Heritage Preservation Office for February 2026, noting staffing changes and planning for upcoming events like Doors Open Peterborough and the Heritage Hunt.

The City of Peterborough's 2024 Asset Management Plan is designed to support evidence-based decision-making for managing municipal infrastructure. It outlines strategies to extend asset lifecycles, maintain service levels, and mitigate risks across fifteen key service areas. The plan aims to optimize investments for residents, visitors, and businesses by assessing the current state of infrastructure, levels of service, management strategies, risk, and funding, all while aligning with the broader Peterborough 2050 vision for a future-ready city.

This Heritage Conservation District Plan for The Avenues and Neighbourhood provides a framework for the development and assessment of repair and conservation works, design proposals, and future changes. Its primary objectives include conserving the cultural heritage values and attributes of the District, retaining and enhancing historic buildings, fostering high-quality and compatible architecture for new construction and alterations, promoting sustainable conservation and landscaping approaches, maintaining the neighborhood's sense of place, and preserving shared spaces like tree-lined streets and laneways. The plan aims to guide property owners, city staff, and committees in making decisions that protect and enhance the District's special character.

This document outlines the City of Peterborough's first Municipal Cultural Plan, a strategic roadmap for integrating culture into city-building to achieve long-term sustainability and prosperity. The plan focuses on leveraging cultural assets, enhancing the capacity of the cultural sector, and embedding cultural considerations into municipal planning and decision-making processes. Key strategic directions include celebrating the region's waterways and heritage, strengthening the arts and heritage sectors, reinforcing downtown as a cultural hub, incorporating culture into all neighborhoods, encouraging inclusivity and diversity, and building the capacity of the Arts, Culture, and Heritage Division. The overall vision is to foster a vibrant city renowned for its rich cultural expressions and diverse population.