Markham public meetings in 2021

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is meeting to receive a staff presentation and update on the Provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community proposal. The committee will consider a motion to receive the presentation and authorize staff to implement the resolution. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, with the rest being procedural.

• Staff update on Provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community proposal
• Motion to receive presentation dated December 21, 2021
• Motion to authorize staff to give effect to the resolution

The Special Development Services Committee received a staff update and public deputations on the Province's Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community (TOC) proposal. The committee discussed concerns about density, traffic, and community services, and moved to receive the submissions and presentation. The committee also resolved into a confidential session to discuss solicitor-client privileged advice, and reported that a more detailed presentation and staff report will be provided in January 2022.

• Received written submission by Carolyn MacDonald on Bridge Station TOC (carried)
• Received deputations from 7 speakers on Bridge Station TOC (carried)
• Received staff presentation on Bridge Station TOC (carried)
• Authorized staff to implement the resolution (carried)
• Resolved into confidential session for solicitor-client privileged advice (carried)
• Permitted Paul Freeman, York Region Chief Planner, into confidential session (carried)
• Rose from confidential session at 5:25 PM (carried)
• Adjourned at 5:35 PM (carried)

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This is the agenda for the Markham Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on December 16, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.

The Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the November 18, 2021 minutes and received presentations on the York Region South Yonge Streetscape Master Plan and the South York Greenway Feasibility Study. No formal decisions were made on these items; they were informational. The committee also discussed proposed 2022 work items and subcommittee changes, with staff to meet in January to review.

• Approved November 18, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Agenda modified to reorder items 6.2 and 4.2
• No other formal decisions; items were informational or discussion only

Budget Press Conference

This agenda is for a budget press conference held by the City of Markham, Ontario on December 15, 2021. The agenda text contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE meeting management system, with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion points. No budget figures, proposals, or other substantive content are included in the provided text.

Council Meeting

Markham City Council is meeting to decide on a range of items, including a new Coyote Response and Co-existence Strategy, the 2022 interim property tax levy, and multiple contract awards for parks, libraries, and crossing guards. The agenda also includes routine approvals of previous minutes and communications, as well as deputations on the GTA West Corridor (Highway 413) and a lobbyist registry.

• Approve Coyote Response and Co-existence Strategy, including increasing fines for feeding wildlife to $500
• Authorize 2022 interim property tax levy (By-law 2021-119)
• Extend school crossing guard contract with Staffing Services Inc. for $1,437,507.30
• Award tender for shade structure at Armadale Park to Landco Group Inc. for $369,010.25
• Remove holding provision for Liberty Development at 9781 Markham Road (By-law 2021-122)

Council approved the 2022 Primary Operating Budget of $253,146,615 and the remaining 2022 Capital Budget of $106,050,749, along with several departmental budgets. Council also passed a resolution opposing the proposed Highway 413 and approved a 3.3% water/wastewater rate increase effective April 1, 2022.

• Approved 2022 Primary Operating Budget of $253,146,615
• Approved remaining 2022 Capital Budget of $106,050,749
• Approved resolution opposing Highway 413 (11-2 on clause 1)
• Approved 3.3% water/wastewater rate increase to $4.6163/m3
• Approved Coyote Response and Co-existence Strategy as amended
• Approved licensing amendments for Private Transportation Companies (Uber)
• Approved 2022 interim tax levy
• Approved $1,437,507.30 school crossing guard contract extension

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

This is a special meeting of Markham's Development Services Committee, held virtually and live-streamed. The committee will receive two presentations: an update on Metrolinx's revised alignment for the Yonge North Subway Extension, and an update on the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review. No decisions are listed; the zoning presentation is for information only.

• Update on Metrolinx revised alignment of Yonge North Subway Extension
• Presentation on Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review by Meridian Planning Consultants and staff
• Motion to receive zoning by-law presentation for information

The Special Development Services Committee received updates and deputations on the revised Yonge North Subway Extension (YNSE) alignment and the Comprehensive Zoning By-Law Review. No binding decisions were made; items were received for information. The committee discussed concerns about the alignment and zoning details, with next steps including a Metrolinx presentation in January 2022 and a future statutory public meeting.

• Received written submission from Lav Shelat on YNSE alignment (carried)
• Received deputation by Peter Palframan and written submission by Peter Miasek on YNSE alignment (carried)
• Received deputations by Ian Free, Chris Bergauer-Free, and Elizabeth Brown on zoning review (carried)
• Received presentation on Comprehensive Zoning By-Law Review for information (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on December 8, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. No decisions or discussions are listed.

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review several heritage-related items, including a proposed demolition, building permits, and a variance application. They will also receive updates on ongoing heritage projects and a presentation on residential infill in heritage districts.

• Proposed demolition of Pingle-Brown House at 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East (file DP 21 192804)
• Emergency stabilization repairs at Ebenezer United Church, 5000 Steeles Avenue East
• Variance application for new dwelling at 23 Ida Street, Thornhill (file A/158/21)
• Delegated approvals for building and heritage permits at 28 Main Street, 10346 McCowan Road, 397-399 Royal Orchard Blvd., 33 Colborne Street, 1 Peter Street, 16 Peter Street
• Presentation on residential infill construction in Markham's Heritage Conservation Districts

Budget 2024 Public Meeting

This is a public consultation meeting for Markham's 2022 budget. The agenda includes a presentation on the budget overview and an opportunity for deputations from the public. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is primarily a forum for information and public input.

• 2022 Budget Overview presentation
• Public deputations on the budget

The Budget Public Consultation Meeting received a presentation on the proposed 2022 Budget. No decisions were made; the only action was to receive the presentation. Staff clarified revenue sources, noted a $1.2M unfavourable recreation variance, and explained a $3.15M reserve borrowing.

• Received 2022 Budget presentation (carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is deciding on amendments to the Mobile Licensing By-law to regulate Private Transportation Companies (PTCs) like Uber, including new licensing rules for taxicabs and limousines. They will also consider changes to the election contribution rebate program, a lobbyist registry, and a water meter contract extension.

• Amend Mobile Licensing By-law 2012-92 to add Schedule 8 regulating Private Transportation Companies (PTCs), effective April 1, 2022
• Amend election contribution rebate by-law 2018-17: restrict rebates to Markham voters, lower max rebate from $350 to $150
• Extend water meter contract 022-R-14 for 4 years 11 months (Feb 2022–Dec 2026) at $1,662,952.36/year, total $8,176,182.44
• Receive Swan Lake Water Quality Management Plan, including $2.35M over 25 years and $10K for geese relocation
• Discuss lobbyist registration and disclosure systems; staff to report back in Q1 2022 if Council proceeds

The General Committee approved amendments to the Mobile Licensing By-law to regulate Private Transportation Companies (PTCs) like Uber, effective April 1, 2022. The Committee also approved changes to the Election Candidate Contribution Rebate Program, restricting rebates to Markham voters and lowering the maximum rebate from $350 to $150. Additionally, the Committee approved a Swan Lake water quality management plan and endorsed the implementation of a Lobbyist Registry in principle.

• Approved amendments to Mobile Licensing By-law to regulate Private Transportation Companies (PTCs), effective April 1, 2022
• Approved changes to Election Candidate Contribution Rebate Program: restricted to Markham voters, cap lowered from $350 to $150
• Approved Swan Lake Water Quality Management Plan (Option 1) with $2.35M over 25 years and $10K for geese relocation/fish management
• Approved implementation of a Lobbyist Registry in principle; staff to report back in Q1 2022
• Approved extension of water meter contract for 4 years 11 months, total $8,176,182.44
• Approved by-law delegating appointment of Chief Building Official and inspectors
• Received 2021 October year-to-date operations review and year-end forecast
• Adopted confidential minutes from June, July, and September 2021 meetings

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is reviewing several development applications, including a recommendation to approve a draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for approximately 2,305 ground-oriented dwelling units at 4551 Elgin Mills Road East, 10225-10227 Kennedy Road, and 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East (Ward 6). The committee will also consider a proposed strategy for the Markham Innovation District (MiX), including a $136,000 contract award to Urban Strategies Inc. and up to $285,000 for sub-consultants. Other items include preliminary reports for a 25-storey mixed-use building at Markland Street, zoning amendments for severances at 4 Sabiston Drive and 14/15 River Bend Road, a heritage permit denial for exterior painting at 4450 Highway 7 East, and a recommendation to approve an industrial building at 5560 14th Avenue. A motion opposing Highway 413 is also on the agenda.

• Recommendation to approve Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-20002 and zoning amendment for ~2,305 dwelling units at 4551 Elgin Mills Road East, 10225-10227 Kennedy Road, and 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East (Ward 6)
• Proposed $136,000 contract to Urban Strategies Inc. for MiX Innovation District lead consultant, plus up to $285,000 for sub-consultants
• Preliminary report for 25-storey mixed-use building with retail, hotel, residential, and 95 townhouses at Markland Street (Ward 2)
• Preliminary report for zoning amendments to create new lots at 4 Sabiston Drive, 14 River Bend Road, and 15 River Bend Road (Ward 3)
• Recommendation to deny heritage permit for exterior painting at 4450 Highway 7 East, Unionville, and require paint removal

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to continue its review of the 2022 operating budget, including a presentation and discussion of user fees, new business licensing fees, parking revisions, and the Municipal Election Contribution Rebate Program. The committee will also consider recommendations and enter closed session for confidential matters related to property security, trade secrets, negotiations, and personnel/labour relations. Approval of prior meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• 2022 Operating Budget presentation (Budget Presentation - December 3 2021 Final.pdf)
• User Fees (continuation) and New Business Licensing Fees (slide 31)
• Municipal Election Contribution Rebate Program
• Parking – Revisions
• Closed session for confidential matters under Section 239 of the Municipal Act

The Budget Committee approved a 1.95% operating budget tax rate increase to be presented at the December 8 public meeting, along with a $3.15 million transfer from reserves to cover the 2021 budget shortfall. New licensing fees for private transportation companies, food trucks, and vape stores were approved, but the proposed dog walker licensing fee was not approved and will be reported back to a future General Committee meeting. The Committee also endorsed a fire services modernization strategy and approved the elimination of six positions.

• Approved a 1.95% operating budget tax rate increase to be presented at the December 8, 2021 Budget Public Meeting (carried).
• Approved a $3,150,000 transfer from reserves to address the 2021 budget shortfall (carried).
• Approved new licensing fees for private transportation companies, food trucks, and vape stores, effective April 1, 2022 (carried).
• Deferred the proposed dog walker licensing fee; staff will report back to a future General Committee meeting.
• Approved the elimination of six positions (carried).
• Endorsed the modernizing fire services strategy (carried).
• Referred the Municipal Election Contribution Rebate Program to the December 7, 2021 General Committee meeting for further discussion.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to review the 2022 proposed operating budget, including user fee updates for recreation, sports fields, library, culture, parking, and licensing. The committee will also discuss a municipal election contribution rebate program and enter closed session for confidential matters. The presentation will not be provided in advance.

• 2022 Proposed Operating Budget presentation
• User fee updates for recreation, sports fields, library, culture, parking, licensing
• Municipal Election Contribution Rebate Program
• Confidential items under Municipal Act sections 239(a), (i), (k), (b), (d)

The Budget Committee approved a 2.75% increase to recreation, library, and culture fees, effective July 1, 2022 (with some fees effective May 1 or March 1, 2022). The committee also directed staff to review the impact of proposed overnight parking exemption fees and fines for parking on front lawns, considering socioeconomic and housing differences. Other items, including licensing and the election contribution rebate program, were not discussed. The next meeting was set for December 3, 2021 at 8:00 AM.

• Approved 2.75% increase to recreation, library, and culture fees, effective July 1, 2022 (outdoor sports fields May 1, 2022; museum March 1, 2022).
• Directed staff to review the impact of the proposed overnight parking exemption fee on different resident groups, considering socioeconomic, cultural, and housing differences.
• Directed staff to further consider the implications of charging a fine for parking on front lawns/extended driveways.
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:00 PM.
• Set the next Budget Committee meeting for December 3, 2021 at 8:00 AM.

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

This special Development Services Committee meeting focuses on a presentation about the Markham Age-Friendly Design Guidelines project and 12 recommendations from the Committee for an Age-Friendly Markham. Representatives from Urban Strategies will attend. The committee will receive both presentations; no decisions are listed.

• Presentation: Markham Age-Friendly Design Guidelines – Project Overview and Status Update
• Presentation: Staff Presentation on the 12 recommendations from the Committee for an Age-Friendly Markham
• Representatives from Urban Strategies in attendance

The Development Services Committee held a workshop on age-friendly design guidelines, hearing from staff, the Age-Friendly Markham committee, and a panel of experts. No binding decisions were made; the committee only received two presentations. Discussion covered topics like accessible home design, affordable seniors housing, and transportation.

• Received presentation 'Markham Age Friendly Design Guidelines – Project Overview and Status Update'
• Received presentation 'Recommendations from the Committee for an Age-Friendly Markham'

Development Services Public Meeting

Markham's Development Services Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022 development fee, building, and city-wide fee by-laws, and to receive preliminary reports on two zoning applications: a residential mixed-use development at 4038 and 4052 Highway 7 East, and a road operations and snow management facility for York Region at 10988 and 10990 Warden Avenue. No final decisions are being made; these are preliminary discussions.

• 2022 Development Fee, Building, and City-wide Fees By-laws update
• Preliminary report: Scardred 7 Company Limited application for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for residential mixed-use development at 4038 and 4052 Highway 7 East (Ward 3)
• Preliminary report: Regional Municipality of York application for Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control for road operations and snow management facility at 10988 and 10990 Warden Avenue (Ward 2)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is deciding on a proposed Coyote Response and Co-existence Strategy, which includes requesting provincial action and research partnerships. They will also provide direction on a Vacant Home Tax and authorize the 2022 interim property tax levy. Several contracts and capital project updates are on the consent agenda for approval.

• Coyote Response and Co-existence Strategy approval and request to province
• 2022 Interim Property Tax Levy authorization
• Vacant Home Tax (VHT) report and direction
• School crossing guard contract extension with Staffing Services Inc. for $1,437,507.30
• Tender awards: Armadale Park shade structure ($369,010.25), play equipment ($515,822.68), Milliken lobby enhancement ($540,128.05)

Milliken Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Markham Milliken Sub-Committee meeting on November 26, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

The Milliken Sub-Committee received three staff presentations on the Milliken Centre Secondary Plan, development applications, and transportation, along with deputations from landowners. A motion to receive the presentations and deputations was moved by Mayor Frank Scarpitti, seconded by Councillor Isa Lee, and carried. No formal decisions were made on the plan itself; staff anticipate a draft plan will go to the Development Services Committee in the first or second quarter of 2022.

• Received the Milliken Centre Secondary Plan Update presentation (moved by Mayor Frank Scarpitti, seconded by Councillor Isa Lee; carried).
• Received the Development Applications Update presentation (included in the same carried motion).
• Received the Milliken Centre Transportation Update presentation (included in the same carried motion).
• Received deputations from landowners (included in the same carried motion).
• Noted that a draft Milliken Centre Secondary Plan is anticipated to be brought to the Development Services Committee in Q1-Q2 2022 (staff advice, no decision).
• Requested staff investigate whether the Secondary Plan could be approved in phases and report back (committee suggestion, no formal decision).
• Suggested holding smaller meetings with landowners in early 2022 (committee suggestion, no formal decision).

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on November 24, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Council Meeting

Markham Council is deciding on several items, including adopting amendments to the Mobile Licensing By-law to regulate Private Transportation Companies (PTCs) like Uber, effective April 1, 2022. They will also vote on extending a $695,112.79 contract for arena refrigeration maintenance, endorsing the Active Transportation Master Plan, and approving a draft plan of subdivision for 26 townhouses and 249 apartment units at Highway 48.

• Adopt amendments to Mobile Licensing By-law 2012-92 adding Schedule 8 for Private Transportation Companies (PTCs), effective April 1, 2022
• Extend arena refrigeration maintenance contract with CIMCO Refrigeration for 5 years, total $695,112.79
• Extend sewer and watermain repair contract with FDM Contracting Co. Ltd. for 2 years, estimated $887,355.00 annually
• Endorse Active Transportation Master Plan in principle, with implementation details to report back in 2022
• Approve draft plan of subdivision for Flato Developments Inc. at Highway 48, with 26 townhouses and 249 apartment units

Council approved amendments to the Mobile Licensing By-law for ride-hailing companies like Uber, with changes to take effect April 1, 2022. They also endorsed the Active Transportation Master Plan, extended a contract for arena refrigeration maintenance at $695,112.79 over five years, and approved a five-year extension for sewer and water infrastructure repairs. A draft plan for a residential subdivision at Highway 48 and the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville border was approved with conditions. Council also approved appointments to several committees and boards, and authorized the sale of surplus land adjacent to 6360 16th Avenue and Mobis Drive.

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is reviewing several development and infrastructure items, including a proposed $421,000 consultant contract for the Markham Innovation District (MiX), a feasibility study for an automated vacuum waste collection system in Langstaff, and a draft plan for a 275-unit residential subdivision at Highway 48. The committee will also consider preliminary reports for residential buildings on Steeles Avenue and a snow management facility on Warden Avenue, plus fee by-law amendments.

• Contract award to Urban Strategies Inc. for $136,000 (plus $285,000 for sub-consultants) for MiX development
• Draft plan of subdivision for 26 townhouses and 249 apartment units at Highway 48 and municipal boundary (Flato Developments)
• Preliminary report for 27 and 6 storey residential buildings at 36-48 Steeles Ave E and 37-39 Highland Park Blvd
• Zoning by-law amendment for road operations and snow management facility at 10988-10990 Warden Ave
• Proposed fee by-law amendments including flat 9% capital administration fee for engineering projects

Water and Waste Water Rate Public Consultation Meeting

This is a public consultation meeting where Markham's Water and Waste Water department presents the proposed 2022 water and wastewater rates. The meeting includes a presentation, an opportunity for deputations from the public, and standard procedural items. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is for public input.

• 2022 Water and Wastewater Rate Public Consultation Meeting Presentation
• Public deputations on water and wastewater rates
• Live streamed meeting

The meeting was a public consultation on the 2022 water and wastewater rates, with no decisions made. Staff presented the rate plan and answered questions, including the impact of a 4-year rate phase-in starting in 2023 and efforts to reduce unauthorized water use. The meeting adjourned without any motions or approvals.

• No decisions were made; the meeting was for public consultation only.
• Staff presented the 2022 water and wastewater rate plan.
• Staff explained that a 4-year rate phase-in starting in 2023 at 0.4% (or $0.0196/m3) is due to maintaining 2020 and 2021 rates at 2019 levels, with an average household impact of approximately $4.08 in 2023.
• Staff reported efforts to minimize unauthorized water use, including fines, blacklisting, and hydrant locks, with Fire & Emergency Services consulted.
• An educational campaign will be launched next year to encourage residents to report water theft.
• Staff are exploring a bulk water sales station at the east end of the city.
• The meeting adjourned at 7:14 PM.

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on November 18, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

The Cycling & Pedestrian Advisory Committee discussed prioritizing the Active Transportation Master Plan (ATMP), which is awaiting Council approval on November 23rd. A subcommittee will be formed to review ATMP items once Council endorses it. The committee also discussed a proposed 'School Street' pilot for spring 2022 and the 2022 Open Streets program, which is pending budget approval.

Animal Care Committee

This is the agenda for the Markham Animal Care Committee meeting on November 17, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for discussion or decision.

The Animal Care Committee approved the October 20, 2021 minutes and appointed Areez Remtulla as Interim Chair effective January 2022. The committee also agreed to cancel the December meeting and meet next on January 19, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was updates and discussion.

• Approved the October 20, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
• Appointed Areez Remtulla as Interim Chair effective January 2022.
• Agreed to cancel the December 2021 meeting and meet next in January 2022.

Markham Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Markham Sub-Committee meeting on November 16, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Markham Sub-Committee received a presentation from Humbold Greensborough Valley Holdings Limited regarding a development application, including a request for enhanced fencing around a stormwater management pond. The sub-committee directed staff to report back to a future Development Services Committee meeting with a memo outlining the cost of cedar hedges and other fencing alternatives. The sub-committee also received a presentation from Regional Councillor Jack Heath on a proposed gateway to the Rouge National Urban Park, which was supported by members.

• Received Humbold Greensborough Valley Holdings Limited presentation and directed staff to report on fencing alternatives (carried)
• Received Regional Councillor Jack Heath's presentation on Rouge National Urban Park gateway (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

This is a public meeting of Markham's Development Services Committee. Members will hear reports on a city-initiated official plan and zoning by-law amendment for the Unionville Special Policy Area, including updated floodplain mapping, and a preliminary report on a zoning application by Thornheights Homes Inc. to permit eight townhouse units at 16 Kirk Drive. No final decisions are being made; the items are for discussion and public input.

• City-initiated Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for Unionville Special Policy Area and boundary update
• Updated floodplain mapping and review of Unionville Special Policy Area
• Zoning by-law amendment application by Thornheights Homes Inc. for 8 townhouse units at 16 Kirk Drive (Ward 1), File No. PLAN 21 115669

The Development Services Public Meeting received deputations and referred two applications back to staff for further reports. The Unionville Special Policy Area boundary update was referred back, and the Thornheights Homes Inc. application for eight townhouse units at 16 Kirk Drive was also referred back. No final decisions were made on either application.

• Referred Unionville Special Policy Area boundary update back to staff for report and recommendation
• Referred Thornheights Homes Inc. townhouse application at 16 Kirk Drive back to staff for report and recommendation
• Received deputations and written submissions on both applications

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee will consider extending a contract for arena refrigeration maintenance to CIMCO Refrigeration for five years at a total cost of $695,112.79, and extending a sewer and watermain repair contract with FDM Contracting for two years at an estimated $887,355 annually. The committee will also receive York Region communications, including a proposed official plan amendment and a vacant homes tax report, and hear the annual library board presentation. Several items will be discussed in confidential session, including land acquisitions and security matters.

• Contract extension to CIMCO Refrigeration for arena refrigeration maintenance, 5 years, $695,112.79 total
• Contract extension to FDM Contracting Co. Ltd. for sewer/watermain repairs, 2 years, $887,355/year
• Proposed 2022 meeting calendar adoption
• York Region communications on Official Plan Amendment No. 7 and vacant homes tax
• Confidential session for land acquisition/disposition and security matters

The General Committee approved a five-year contract extension with CIMCO Refrigeration for arena refrigeration equipment maintenance, totaling $695,112.79, with the tender process waived. It also extended the routine and emergency sewer and watermain repair contract with FDM Contracting Co. Ltd. for two years at an estimated $887,355 annually. The 2022 meeting calendar was adopted, and a York Region communication on a vacant home tax was received for information.

• Approved 5-year CIMCO Refrigeration arena maintenance contract, $695,112.79
• Extended FDM Contracting sewer/watermain repair contract 2 years, ~$887,355/yr
• Adopted 2022 Standing Committee & Council Meeting Calendar
• Received York Region communications including Vacant Home Tax update
• Confirmed minutes of Oct 18 and Nov 1, 2021 General Committee meetings
• Received Markham Public Library Board Annual Presentation 2021

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review and provide feedback on Alectra's proposed zero-emission vehicle infrastructure at two properties in heritage conservation districts, and to consider several heritage permit and variance applications. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, welcoming a new member, and recognizing an outgoing member. No major policy decisions are expected; most items are for information or recommendation.

• Alectra EV infrastructure at 210 Main St, Unionville and 6041 Highway 7, Markham Village
• Heritage permits for 248 Main St N and 202 Main St
• Building/sign permits for 1, 11, 20 Peter St and 20 Water St
• Draft statement of significance for Bewell Bungalow at 4592 Highway 7
• Variance for rear addition at 336 Main St N and new dwelling at 60 Peter St

The Heritage Markham Committee received a presentation from Alectra on proposed electric vehicle charging stations and signage for two heritage conservation district sites. The committee recommended reducing the size of the signage and working with heritage staff to mute the corporate colours. The committee also approved several routine items, including the agenda, minutes, and delegated permits, and welcomed a new member.

• Approved agenda as amended (carried)
• Adopted October 13, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Welcomed Neil Chakraborty as new Thornhill representative (carried)
• Acknowledged David Nesbitt's 10 years of service (carried)
• Received Alectra EV charging presentation and provided feedback: reduce signage size, mute colours (carried)
• Received delegated heritage permit approvals for 248 Main St N and 202 Main St (carried)
• Received delegated building/sign permits for 1, 11, 20 Peter St and 20 Water St (carried)
• Received draft Statement of Significance for Bewell Bungalow at 4592 Highway 7 East (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on November 10, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

Council Meeting

Markham City Council is meeting to consider reports from its committees, including adopting the Victoria Glen Community Design Plan and an Official Plan Amendment for the area, releasing the Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study for public consultation, and approving a four-month extension of the Miller Waste Systems collection contract at an estimated cost of $3,856,908. The agenda also includes minor variance authorizations for properties at 500 Copper Creek Drive and 30 Heritage Road, a speed limit reduction on Main Street Unionville, and amendments to appeal processes for tree preservation and licensing by-laws.

• Adopt Victoria Glen Community Design Plan and Official Plan Amendment (Ward 2)
• Release Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study for public consultation
• Approve 4-month extension of Miller Waste Systems collection contract at $3,856,908
• Reduce speed limit on Main Street Unionville south of Highway 7 from 50 km/h to 40 km/h
• Authorize minor variance applications for 500 Copper Creek Drive and 30 Heritage Road

Council adopted the Victoria Glen Community Design Plan and the Official Plan Amendment for the Victoria Glen Secondary Plan, forwarding it to York Region for approval. Council also approved a four-month extension of the Miller Waste Systems collection contract at an estimated cost of $3,856,908, and reduced the speed limit on Main Street Unionville south of Highway 7 from 50 km/h to 40 km/h. Several other administrative items were approved, including authorizations for minor variance applications and a new appeal process for tree preservation, business licensing, and animal services by-laws.

• Adopted Victoria Glen Community Design Plan and Official Plan Amendment (By-law 2021-107)
• Approved 4-month Miller Waste Systems contract extension at $3,856,908
• Reduced Main Street Unionville speed limit to 40 km/h (By-law 2021-109)
• Authorized minor variance application for 500 Copper Creek Drive
• Authorized minor variance application for 30 Heritage Road
• Approved use of Hearing Officers for appeals under tree, licensing, and animal by-laws
• Endorsed Quality Management System revisions for drinking water system
• Authorized donation agreement with Humber College for diversifying recruitment

Budget Committee

This is a procedural-only agenda for the Markham Budget Committee meeting on 2021-11-09. No specific agenda items, reports, or decisions are listed in the provided text, which contains only interface boilerplate from the eSCRIBE system. The meeting appears to have no substantive business documented.

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to consider endorsing the city-wide Active Transportation Master Plan, reducing the speed limit on Main Street Unionville south of Highway 7 from 50 to 40 km/h, and responding to a provincial consultation on Bill 13 regarding development charges and planning delegation. The committee will also receive updates on the Rouge Valley Trail and hear a motion to eliminate the number 4 from future municipal addresses. Several items are routine approvals of minutes and communications.

• Endorse Active Transportation Master Plan (city-wide) in principle
• Reduce speed limit on Main Street Unionville south of Highway 7 from 50 to 40 km/h, funded at $1,200 from capital project #083-5350-21178-005
• Forward comments on Bill 13 (Supporting People and Businesses Act, 2021) to Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
• Authorize tender for directional and regulatory signs for Rouge Valley Trail
• Motion to amend Municipal Addressing Criteria to eliminate use of number 4 in future addresses

The Development Services Committee endorsed the Active Transportation Master Plan in principle, directing staff to report back in 2022 on implementation and prioritization. The committee also approved a speed limit reduction on Main Street Unionville and forwarded comments on provincial Bill 13. A motion to eliminate the number four in municipal addresses was deferred pending a policy comparison.

• Endorsed Active Transportation Master Plan in principle (carried)
• Approved Main Street Unionville speed limit reduction from 50 km/h to 40 km/h (carried)
• Authorized tender for Rouge Valley Trail directional and regulatory signs (carried)
• Forwarded comments on Bill 13 to Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (carried)
• Deferred motion to eliminate number four in municipal addresses pending staff comparison
• Confirmed minutes of October 18 and October 25, 2021 meetings (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Committee is holding a public meeting to receive a preliminary report on an Official Plan Amendment application by New World Centre (Markham) Dev. Corp. for a three-phased mixed-use development at 100 and 110 Clegg Road. The proposal includes three buildings with seven towers ranging from 16 to 46 storeys. No decisions are being made; the meeting is for information and public input.

• Official Plan Amendment application PLAN 21 180462 for 100 and 110 Clegg Road
• Proposed three-phased mixed-use development with seven towers from 16 to 46 storeys
• Preliminary report and supporting figures (location map, zoning, aerial photo, site plan) attached
• Public meeting live streamed on November 2, 2021, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

The Development Services Committee held a public meeting on a proposal for a three-phased mixed-use development with seven towers (16-46 storeys) at 100 and 110 Clegg Road. The committee received deputations and written submissions, discussed concerns about height, density, traffic, and shadows, and referred the application back to staff for a report and recommendation. No final decision was made.

• Received deputations from Roger Yip, Helen Li, and Anna Wong (carried)
• Received written submissions including a 123-resident petition (carried)
• Received the September 27, 2021 preliminary report (carried)
• Received the record of the public meeting (carried)
• Referred the Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision applications back to staff for report and recommendation (carried)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to review the 2022 proposed operating budgets for Building, Planning, Engineering, and Waterworks. Discussion of the Primary Operating Budget is deferred to November 9, 2021. The committee will also approve minutes from its October 20 and October 22 meetings.

• 2022 proposed operating budgets for Building, Planning, Engineering, and Waterworks
• Primary Operating Budget discussion deferred to November 9, 2021
• Approval of draft minutes from October 20 and October 22, 2021 meetings

The Budget Committee deferred discussion of the 2022 Primary Operating Budget to November 9, 2021, and proceeded with the Building, Planning, Engineering, and Waterworks operating budgets. No substantive decisions were made on these items.

• Deferred Primary Operating Budget discussion to Nov 9, 2021
• Proceeded with Building, Planning, Engineering and Waterworks Operating Budgets

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee will consider a 4-month, $3.86M extension of the Miller Waste Systems collection contract, a new appeal process using Hearing Officers for several by-laws, and a request to York Region for water infrastructure in North Markham. The committee will also receive reports on Q3 investments, the Quality Management System, and a donation agreement with Humber College.

• Approve 4-month extension of Miller Waste Systems collection contract at $3,856,908 (incl. HST), from Nov 2, 2021 to Feb 28, 2022, and shift new contract start to Mar 1, 2022
• Authorize use of Hearing Officer(s) for appeals under Tree Preservation By-law 2008-96, Stationary Business Licensing By-law 2018-90, Mobile Licensing By-Law 2012-92, and Animal Protection & Services By-law 2018-91, with final and binding decisions
• Request York Region to include water/sewer infrastructure in its 2021 Master Plan to support development in North Markham by 2031
• Authorize CAO to execute donation agreement with Humber College for recruitment initiatives
• Receive Q3 2021 investment report and Markham Public Library Board minutes from Sept 27, 2021

The General Committee approved a new appeal process for tree preservation, business licensing, and animal services by-laws, replacing council members with independent hearing officers and dissolving the Licensing Committee. It also approved a four-month extension of the Miller Waste Systems collection contract at a cost of $3,856,908, and authorized a donation agreement with Humber College for firefighter recruitment. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved independent hearing officers for by-law appeals, repealing Licensing Committee By-law 203-1999 (carried)
• Approved 4-month extension of Miller Waste Systems collection contract, $3,856,908 (carried)
• Authorized donation agreement with Humber College for fire truck and scholarship program (carried)
• Received Q3 investment performance review (carried)
• Received Markham Public Library Board minutes (carried)
• Endorsed Quality Management System operational plan revisions (carried)
• Approved resolution requesting York Region include North Markham water/wastewater projects in master plan (carried)

Council Meeting

Council approved interim spending authority for 2022, allowing 50% of the 2021 operating budgets ($207,882,287) for pre-budget expenditures, and authorized temporary borrowing up to the same amount. They also reinstated the 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax effective April 1, 2022, and approved a third-party review of bylaw enforcement services. A motion on York Region's growth forecast was referred back to staff for further information, passing 9-4.

• Approved 2022 interim spending authority of $207,882,287 (carried)
• Approved 2022 temporary borrowing by-law up to $207,882,287 (carried)
• Reinstated 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax effective April 1, 2022 (carried)
• Approved third-party review of Bylaw and Regulatory Services (carried as amended)
• Referred York Region growth forecast comments to staff for further info (9-4)
• Approved tax write-offs totaling $236,448 (carried)
• Approved 2022 capital budget pre-approval of $4,212,751 (carried)
• Approved by-law amendment for Box Grove townhouse development (carried as amended)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is reviewing several planning and transportation items, including releasing the Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study for public consultation, endorsing the Victoria Glen Community Design Plan, and supporting a proposed regional transportation plan. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, service awards, and minor variance authorizations.

• Release of Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study for public consultation
• Endorsement of Victoria Glen Community Design Plan (Ward 2)
• Official Plan Amendment for Victoria Glen Secondary Plan (north of Elgin Mills Road E, east of Victoria Square)
• Support for Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan, including Markham-Richmond Hill Centre as a transit hub
• Minor variance applications for 500 Copper Creek Drive and 30 Heritage Road

The Development Services Committee received the interim Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study and released it for public consultation. It also endorsed the Victoria Glen Community Design Plan and forwarded the related Official Plan Amendment to Council, subject to finalization of outstanding issues. The committee approved several minor variance authorizations and a technical by-law amendment for a townhouse development.

• Released Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study for public consultation (carried)
• Endorsed Victoria Glen Community Design Plan, subject to finalization of outstanding issues (carried)
• Forwarded Victoria Glen Secondary Plan Official Plan Amendment to Council and York Region (carried)
• Authorized Boxgrove Commercial East Inc. to apply for minor variance at 500 Copper Creek Drive (carried)
• Authorized 30 Heritage Developments Ltd. to apply for minor variance at 30 Heritage Road (carried)
• Amended By-law 2018-106 to not require parking for accessory dwelling units at Copper Creek Drive and Donald Cousens Parkway (carried)
• Received Suncor Energy zoning by-law amendment preliminary report for gas station at 7761 Woodbine Avenue (carried)
• Approved recommendations for Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan comments to MTO (carried)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is continuing its review of the 2022 Capital Budget, focusing on remaining projects in Corporate Services (Sustainability and Asset Management) and Community Services (Recreation Services). The agenda also includes follow-up items on storm water pond maintenance, block pruning, and water quality improvements, plus confidential items on committee minutes and a York University campus parking lot.

• Project No. 22145 - Storm Water Retention Pond Maintenance Program
• Project No. 22195 - SWM Pond Cleaning ID#44 & #96 - Design & CA
• Project No. 22162 - Block Pruning Initiative Year 3 of 3
• Project No. 22197 - Water Quality Improvements
• Project No. 22050 - Parking Lot for York University Campus (confidential)

The Budget Committee approved multiple 2022 capital budget items, including stormwater pond cleaning, block pruning, and various sustainability and recreation projects. One project (160 Dudley Life Cycle Repair/Replacement) was withdrawn. Discussions on confidential items were deferred to a General Committee meeting.

• Approved Environmental Services Stormwater Capital Budget Items 22195 and 22197 (carried)
• Approved Operations Parks Capital Budget Item 22162 (block pruning) (carried)
• Approved Sustainability & Asset Management Capital Budget Items 22064-22091, excluding withdrawn 22069 (carried)
• Approved Recreation Services Capital Budget Items 22092-22116 and 22118-22129 (carried)
• Approved Confidential Minutes of October 13, 2021 (carried)
• Deferred discussions on York University parking lot, Pan AM parking equipment, and MOU to General Committee (carried)

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on 2021-10-21 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed.

The Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved a motion to explore a temporary pathway on Kennedy Road between 16th Avenue and Austin Drive, pending approval of the Active Transportation Master Plan. A subcommittee was formed to address issues around the Rouge National Urban Park trail development, chaired by Councillor Reid McAlpine. The committee also received updates on York Region traffic safety, including a 40% decrease in collisions in 2020 and plans to expand intersection safety measures.

• Approved motion to explore temporary pathway on Kennedy Road (carried)
• Formed subcommittee for Rouge National Urban Park trail issues
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2021 meeting (carried)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is continuing its review of the 2022 Capital Budget, focusing on projects by exception. The meeting will review the capital summary and begin with Community Services - Markham Public Library projects. Other projects, including a parking lot for York University Campus and Pan Am Parking Equipment, are scheduled for the next meeting on October 22, 2021, in camera. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and disclosure of interests.

• Review of 2022 Capital Budget by exception
• Capital summary documents: 2022 Project Summary and E-File 2022 Capital (BC Review)
• Community Services - Markham Public Library projects to be reviewed
• Parking Lot for York University Campus (22050) and Pan Am Parking Equipment (22216) deferred to October 22 in camera session
• Approval of October 13, 2021 Budget Committee minutes

The Budget Committee approved the majority of the 2022 Capital Budget items across departments including roads, parks, fleet, environmental services, and corporate-wide projects. Two items were deferred to the next meeting: Block Pruning Initiative (Item 22162) and Water Quality Improvements (Item 22197). A deputation from a Wismer Commons resident led to a commitment from the Mayor to meet and address community concerns.

• Approved Markham Public Library Capital Budget Items 22130 and 22131
• Approved Operations – Roads Capital Budget Items 22132 through 22147
• Approved Operations – Parks Capital Budget Items 22148-22161 and 22163-22166; deferred Item 22162
• Approved Operations – Fleet Capital Budget Items 22167-22171 and 22173-22175
• Approved Operations – Utility Inspection & Survey Items 22176 and 22177
• Approved Operations – Business & Technical Services Items 22178, 22179, 22180
• Approved Environmental Services – Infrastructure Items 22181, 22183-22192
• Approved Environmental Services – Stormwater Items 22194, 22195, 22196, 22198; deferred Item 22197

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on October 20, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.

Animal Care Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be scheduled but no specific business is listed.

The Animal Care Committee approved the September 22, 2021 minutes and received a verbal presentation from David Plant, Manager of Parks, on the City's pollinator program. The committee also discussed website revisions, the opening of the Cat Adoption & Education Centre, and an upcoming coyote report to be considered by General Committee on November 15, 2021. No formal decisions were made on these latter items.

• Approved September 22, 2021 meeting minutes (moved by Janet Andrews, seconded by Bernice Royce)
• Received verbal presentation on City's pollinator program (moved by Bernice Royce, seconded by June Ziola)

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services committee is reviewing a preliminary report for a zoning by-law amendment. The proposal involves constructing a six-storey secondary school building at 9286 and 9302 Kennedy Road.

• Zoning by-law amendment for a six-storey secondary school at 9286 and 9302 Kennedy Road
• Preliminary report for Unionville Montessori Private School (File No. Plan 21 107046)

The Development Services Public Meeting received a preliminary report and public input on Unionville Montessori Private School's application to amend zoning to allow a six-storey secondary school at 9286/9302 Kennedy Road and 4484-4488 16th Avenue. The committee voted to refer the application back to staff for a report and recommendation, with no final decision made. The motion to receive submissions, deputations, and the report was carried.

• Received written submissions from Jennifer Gu and Caroline Mitry
• Received deputations from Ada Chung and Hayden Poon
• Received preliminary report on the zoning by-law amendment application
• Referred application to staff for report and recommendation (carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee approved interim spending authority for 2022, allowing the city to spend up to 50% of its 2021 operating budget ($207,882,287) before the 2022 budget is finalized. It also approved a 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax reinstatement effective April 1, 2022, and directed staff to prepare a resolution for York Region on uninterrupted water supply to key development areas. The committee received updates on development charges and flood mitigation studies, and directed a third-party review of bylaw enforcement services.

• Approved 2022 interim spending authority of $207,882,287 (50% of 2021 operating budget)
• Approved 2022 interim spending for Unionville BIA ($150,000) and Markham Village BIA ($132,882)
• Approved tax write-offs totaling $236,448 for 2019-2020
• Authorized temporary borrowing up to $207,882,287 for 2022
• Approved reinstatement of 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax effective April 1, 2022
• Directed indexing of capital costs on multi-year ASDC credit agreements
• Directed staff to prepare resolution for York Region on uninterrupted water supply
• Directed third-party review of bylaw enforcement services

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss a supplementary staff report on Markham's comments on York Region's growth forecast and land needs assessment to 2051. The committee will consider a recommendation to defer formal comments until York Region analyzes additional intensification scenarios, while also proposing specific conditions regarding urban expansion, employment lands, and transit.

• Defer comments on preferred growth scenario until York Region completes analysis of other intensification scenarios
• Urge Regional Council to analyze scenarios with Markham intensification rates at 60, 65, and 70%
• Confirm location of lands for urban expansion to accommodate 2051 growth
• Exclude Almira hamlet from proposed employment area expansion lands
• Consider maintaining 2-lane cross-section for 19th Avenue and expanding Frequent Transit Network in north Markham

The committee voted to recommend that York Region adopt a 60% intensification scenario for growth to 2051, which would require a 68% intensification rate for Markham. It also approved a broader motion on land needs, including reconfiguring employment lands to exclude the Almira hamlet and maintaining a 2-lane cross-section for 19th Avenue through that area. The committee received deputations from Peter Miasek and Claudio Brutto. All motions were carried.

• Recommended York Region adopt 60% intensification scenario (carried)
• Approved staff report on growth forecast and land needs (carried)
• Directed staff to work with Region on urban area expansion lands (carried)
• Requested whitebelt lands not needed for 2051 growth remain non-urban (carried)
• Asked Region to reconfigure employment lands to exclude Almira hamlet (carried)
• Supported maintaining 2-lane cross-section for 19th Avenue through Almira (carried)
• Received deputations from Claudio Brutto and Peter Miasek (carried)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is continuing its review of the 2022 Capital Budget, focusing on items by exception. They will also receive a briefing note on public art and a presentation on 2022 capital project requests related to the MiX Innovation District Secondary Plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions listed beyond approving minutes and receiving reports.

• 2022 Capital Budget review by exception
• Public Art Briefing Note received
• 2022 Capital Project Requests for MiX Innovation District Secondary Plan
• Approval of October 6, 2021 Budget Committee minutes

The Budget Committee continued its review of the 2022 Capital Budget, approving most Engineering, Legal, Fire & Emergency Services, and IT Services capital budget items. The committee received a briefing on the Public Art program and a presentation on 2022 capital requests related to the MiX Innovation District Secondary Plan. A confidential session was held to discuss negotiations for the Parking Lot for York University Campus project (No. 22050).

• Approved Engineering Capital Budget Items 22024, 22026, 22028-22049, 22051 (carried)
• Approved Legal Capital Budget Item 22052 (carried)
• Approved Fire & Emergency Services Capital Budget Items 22053, 22055-22059 (carried)
• Approved IT Services Capital Budget Items 22060, 22061, 22062 (carried)
• Approved minutes of October 6, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received Public Art Briefing Note (carried)
• Received presentation on 2022 Capital Project Requests for MiX Innovation District (carried)
• Moved into confidential session to discuss negotiations for Project No. 22050 (carried)

Council Meeting

The Markham Council meeting agenda includes a request for a liquor licence for Rain or Shine Hotspot (Ward 1), a new Small Area Flood Control Request Program, and confirmation of Mayor's Youth Council appointments. Council will also consider adopting a report on the new Blue Box recycling regulation, and enact multiple by-laws to update heritage designations and permit new developments, including a 6-storey self-storage facility at 30 Heritage Road and a commercial storage facility on Copper Creek Drive.

Council approved 18 by-laws (2021-80 to 2021-97) amending heritage designations to update property and legal descriptions for 18 municipal addresses, and gave three readings to by-laws 2021-75 to 2021-78, including zoning amendments for two self-storage facilities. It also adopted the General Committee and Development Services Committee reports, which included appointing 25 members to the Mayor's Youth Council, supporting the new Blue Box regulation, and instituting a Small Area Flood Control Program. All votes were carried unanimously.

• Approved 18 heritage designation by-law amendments (2021-80 to 2021-97) to update property descriptions (carried)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for 30 Heritage Road to permit 6-storey self-storage (By-law 2021-76, carried)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for Copper Creek Drive to permit 4-storey self-storage (By-law 2021-77, carried)
• Approved Official Plan amendment for Boxgrove Commercial East (By-law 2021-78, carried)
• Approved appointment of 25 members to Mayor's Youth Council for 2021-2022 (carried)
• Approved support for new Blue Box Regulation 391-21 and weekly collection (carried)
• Instituted Small Area Flood Control Program (carried)
• Approved appointments to Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Heritage Markham (carried)

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee will consider a subdivision plan for 10379 and 10411 Kennedy Road that would relocate two historic Sommerfeldt Houses, with staff recommending heritage protections. The committee will also review several delegated approvals, including a proposed side addition at 121 John Street, a rear addition at 336 Main Street North, and exterior painting at 4450 Highway 7 East. A policy update on paint colour approvals for heritage properties is also on the agenda.

The Heritage Markham Committee supported a revised concept plan for a subdivision at 10379 and 10411 Kennedy Road, which retains two historic Sommerfeldt Houses on larger lots facing Kennedy Road. The support is conditional on standard heritage requirements, including retention, protection, heritage easements, a $250,000 letter of credit per building, and restoration within two years. The committee also recommended denying a heritage permit for exterior painting at 4450 Highway 7 East, Unionville, and deferred discussion on Unionville paint colour guidelines to the next meeting.

• Supported revised concept plan for Kennedy Road subdivision retaining two heritage houses (carried)
• Approved agenda with deferral of item 8.1 (carried)
• Adopted minutes of September 8, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received information on delegated heritage permit approvals (carried)
• Received information on delegated building and sign permits (carried)
• No objection to side addition at 121 John Street, Thornhill (carried)
• Deferred design review of 336 Main Street North addition to Architectural Review Sub-committee (carried)
• Recommended denial of heritage permit for exterior painting at 4450 Highway 7 East (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several planning and development items, including Markham's formal comments on the provincial Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan, a response to York Region's growth forecast to 2051, and a preliminary report for a 95-townhouse subdivision. The committee will also consider routine items such as minutes, a street and park name reserve list update, and heritage designation by-law amendments.

• Endorse 2051 GGHTP directions: elevate Markham-Richmond Hill Centre transit hub, explore Cross Rail and Orbital Line, add Leslie Street BRT, widen Hwy 7 and Hwy 48
• Support phased 50-55% intensification scenario for York Region growth to 2051; exclude Almira hamlet from employment expansion
• Preliminary report for 95 townhouse units at 186 Old Kennedy Road and 31/51 Victory Avenue (Ward 8)
• Approve revised Street and Park Name Reserve List (Q3 2021)
• Amend heritage designation by-laws for 18 properties, including 33 Artisan Trail and 99 YMCA Boulevard

The Development Services Committee received reports on transportation and growth, but deferred key decisions. The committee referred the Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan discussion to a future meeting and referred comments on York Region's growth forecast to a special meeting on October 18, 2021. It also approved several routine items, including minutes and heritage by-law amendments.

• Approved minutes of September 27, 2021 Development Services Committee meeting
• Approved revised Street and Park Name Reserve List
• Approved heritage designation by-law amendments for 18 properties
• Referred Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan comments to future committee meeting
• Referred York Region growth forecast comments to special meeting on October 18, 2021
• Received Monitoring Growth in the City of Markham performance indicators report
• Received preliminary report for 95 townhouse units at 186 Old Kennedy Road and 31/51 Victory Avenue

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda contains only boilerplate interface text and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The meeting appears to be scheduled but the agenda provides no substantive content for residents.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to review the 2022 Capital Budget by exception, including a presentation on approaching net-zero emissions and a list of capital pre-approval projects. They will also consider a specific pre-approval for rehabilitating the Sixpenny Court pedestrian bridge, and discuss a follow-up item on residential homes by property type. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and standard procedural items.

• 2022 Capital Budget review by exception
• Capital pre-approval projects, including Project 22218: Rehabilitation of Sixpenny Court Pedestrian Bridge
• Approaching Net-Zero Emissions presentation
• Public Art briefing note
• Follow-up on residential homes by property type

The Budget Committee pre-approved $4,212,751 in 2022 capital budget items, including net-zero energy retrofits, a fire boots replacement, community garden expansion, roofing replacements, and several infrastructure projects. The pre-approval will be forwarded to the October 18 General Committee for Council consideration. The committee also approved numerous other capital budget items by exception, covering culture, planning, design, and engineering projects.

• Pre-approved 2022 Capital Budget Pre-Approval totaling $4,212,751 (carried)
• Pre-approved Capital Budget Items 22063 and 22064 for net-zero energy studies and Mount Joy Community Centre pilot (carried)
• Pre-approved Fire Boots Replacement Item 22054 (carried)
• Pre-approved Kirkham Community Garden Program Expansion Item 22067 and Roofing Replacement Projects Item 22087 (carried)
• Pre-approved Cornell C.C. Parking Garage & Fitness Lighting Replacement Item 22117 (carried)
• Pre-approved Operations – Fleet Items 22170, 22171, and 22172 (carried)
• Pre-approved Huntington Park Pedestrian Bridge Item 22182 (carried)
• Pre-approved Markham Village Flood Control Implementation Phase 1 Design Item 22193 (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Committee is holding a public meeting to receive preliminary reports on two development applications. The first is a proposal by Brivia Group for a mixed-use high-rise development at 3505 and 3555 Highway 7 East, consisting of two 40-storey and one 53-storey building. The second is an application by 2697416 Ontario Inc. for a zoning by-law amendment to permit a 2-storey multi-unit industrial building at 5560 14th Avenue. No decisions are being made; the reports are preliminary and for information and discussion.

• Preliminary report: Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 3555 Highway 7 (Brivia Group) — three towers (two 40-storey, one 53-storey) at 3505 and 3555 Highway 7 East (Ward 8)
• Preliminary report: Zoning By-law Amendment for 5560 14th Avenue (2697416 Ontario Inc.) — 2-storey multi-unit industrial building (Ward 4)
• Public meeting live-streamed; no votes or decisions listed on agenda

The Development Services Public Meeting received public input on two proposed developments: a mixed-use high-rise project at 3505/3555 Highway 7 East and a 2-storey industrial building at 5560 14th Avenue. Both applications were referred back to staff for further reports and recommendations. No final approvals or denials were made.

• Referred Brivia Group's application for two 40-storey and one 53-storey buildings at 3505/3555 Highway 7 East back to staff (carried)
• Referred 2697416 Ontario Inc.'s application for a 2-storey industrial building at 5560 14th Avenue back to staff (carried)
• Received deputations and written submissions for both applications (carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee will confirm minutes, appoint members to the Mayor's Youth Council, and receive presentations on the new Blue Box regulation and a Small Area Flood Control Program. It will also receive reports on staff-awarded contracts and the July 2021 year-to-date financial review. Most items are routine approvals or informational updates.

• Appointment of 25 members to the Markham Mayor's Youth Council for Sept 7, 2021 to June 30, 2022
• Presentation on new Blue Box Regulation 391-21 and transition process
• Institution of Small Area Flood Control Program
• Report on staff-awarded contracts for June, July, and August 2021
• 2021 July year-to-date review of operations and year-end forecast

The General Committee received a presentation on Ontario's new Blue Box Regulation 391-21 and passed a resolution reaffirming support for weekly collection, directing staff to monitor other municipalities' transitions, and circulating the resolution to senior levels of government. The committee also instituted a Small Area Flood Control Program to assess and fund flood mitigation projects, and approved staff-awarded contracts for June-August 2021. A notice of motion was introduced for an independent review of bylaw enforcement services, to be considered at the next meeting.

• Approved resolution supporting weekly Blue Box collection and continued participation in transition (carried)
• Instituted Small Area Flood Control Program and directed staff to seek funding (carried)
• Received staff-awarded contracts for June, July, August 2021 (carried)
• Received 2021 July year-to-date operations review and year-end forecast (carried)
• Confirmed appointments to Mayor's Youth Council for 2021-2022 term (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of July 13 and September 13, 2021 General Committee meetings (carried)
• Introduced notice of motion for independent bylaw enforcement review (to be considered Oct 18)

Budget Committee

The Markham Budget Committee is meeting to review the 2022 Budget Overview presentation. The agenda includes only this presentation and standard procedural items, with no other decisions or discussions listed.

• 2022 Budget Overview presentation

The Budget Committee reviewed the 2022 budget overview and directed staff to find ways to reduce the proposed 5.36% tax increase, ideally to 0%. Staff will also report on playground surfaces, carbon tax impacts, and water/wastewater rates. No formal decisions were made; the committee provided feedback and direction.

• Directed staff to review operating budget to mitigate 2022 tax increase, ideally to 0%
• Directed staff to explore technology investments and service realignment for efficiencies
• Directed staff to investigate using Corporate Rate Stabilization Reserve for 0.5% infrastructure investment
• Directed staff to close $3.6M budgetary gap from 2021 operating budget over 3-4 years
• Requested report on AODA playground surface compliance by 2025
• Requested report on carbon tax impact on City operations
• Requested presentation on Mount Joy Net Zero Study and other Community Centres
• Requested breakdown of residential taxpayers per property type

Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to decide on several items, including denying a retroactive heritage permit for an unauthorized sports pad and accessory building at 233 Main Street, Unionville, and directing staff to seek restoration of the property. Council will also consider endorsing the 2021 Asset Management Plan, approving a flood control study for Markham Village and Unionville, and confirming the sale of surplus lands at 4600 Steeles Avenue. The agenda includes routine items like liquor licence applications, proclamations, and by-law amendments.

• Deny heritage permit for 60x80 ft sports pad and accessory building at 233 Main Street, Unionville; seek restoration
• Endorse 2021 Asset Management Plan and asset management strategy
• Endorse Markham Village & Unionville flood control study with sewer upgrades and flow diversions
• Confirm sale of surplus lands at 4600 Steeles Avenue (Units 8-31, 43, Level A, YRSCP 1198)
• Tax adjustments totaling approx. $539,344 under Municipal Act Sections 357/358

Council denied a heritage permit for a rear yard sports pad and accessory building at 233 Main Street, Unionville, and authorized staff to seek restoration of the property. Council also endorsed the 2021 Asset Management Plan and the Markham Village & Unionville flood control study recommendations. Several by-laws were enacted, including parking, speed, and traffic amendments.

• Denied heritage permit for sports pad and accessory building at 233 Main St (carried)
• Authorized staff to seek property restoration at 233 Main St (carried)
• Endorsed 2021 Asset Management Plan (carried)
• Endorsed Markham Village & Unionville flood control study recommendations (carried)
• Approved tax adjustments totaling ~$539,344 (carried)
• Enacted by-laws 2021-67 to 2021-73 (carried)
• Confirmed sale of surplus lands at 4600 Steeles Ave (carried)
• Directed staff to report on property standards enforcement mechanisms (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to discuss several development applications, including a proposed 16-to-46-storey mixed-use development at 100 and 110 Clegg Road, a six-storey school expansion, and a residential mixed-use development on Highway 7 East. The committee will also consider a staff report on the Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan, which includes recommendations to elevate the Markham-Richmond Hill Centre as a transit hub and support new transit lines. Additionally, the agenda includes a heritage permit for a sports pad at 233 Main Street, Unionville, and a report on growth performance indicators.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 8 townhouse units at 16 Kirk Drive (Ward 1)
• Zoning by-law amendment for a 6-storey school at 9286/9302 Kennedy Road and 4484-4488 16th Avenue (Ward 4)
• Official Plan Amendment for a 3-building, 7-tower development (16-46 storeys) at 100 and 110 Clegg Road (Ward 8)
• Official Plan and Zoning amendments for a residential mixed-use development at 4038 and 4052 Highway 7 East (Ward 3)
• Heritage permit for a rear yard sports pad and accessory building at 233 Main Street, Unionville

The committee denied a heritage permit for a rear-yard sports pad and accessory building at 233 Main Street Unionville, after the owner had constructed the pad without prior approval and removed mature trees. The committee also received preliminary reports on several development applications, including a proposed 8-townhouse project at 16 Kirk Drive and a 6-storey school expansion for Unionville Montessori, and postponed two items to the October 12 meeting.

• Denied heritage permit for sports pad and accessory building at 233 Main Street Unionville (carried)
• Authorized staff to seek restoration of 233 Main Street property to original state
• Received preliminary report for 8 townhouses at 16 Kirk Drive (carried)
• Received preliminary report for Unionville Montessori secondary school expansion (carried)
• Received preliminary report for mixed-use development at 100 and 110 Clegg Road (carried)
• Received preliminary report for residential mixed-use at 4038 and 4052 Highway 7 East (carried)
• Postponed Monitoring Growth performance indicators report to October 12, 2021
• Postponed Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan discussion to October 12, 2021

Animal Care Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The meeting appears to be scheduled but no substantive business is documented.

The Animal Care Committee approved the May 19, 2021 minutes as amended, with action item statuses updated. Members discussed the coyote mitigation strategy, website updates for pet licensing, and a potential 'No Mow May' initiative. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; most items were updates or action items for future work.

• Approved May 19, 2021 minutes as amended (carried)
• Action item 1 status amended to 'On hold awaiting in person meetings'
• Action item 4 status amended to 'Completed'
• Deferred committee elections until in-person meetings resume

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 22, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions or discussions are listed.

Special General Committee Meeting

This Special General Committee meeting includes a deputation and report on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and a presentation on the Diversity Action Plan. The committee will receive the Truth and Reconciliation report for information and hear an update on the Diversity Action Plan.

• Deputation by Robert Kerfoot, CUPE 905 Unit Chair, on National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
• Report on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Item 4.1) to be received for information
• Presentation on Diversity Action Plan by M. Nazif, with Dr. Wendy Cukier from Ryerson University attending

The Special General Committee received a deputation from CUPE 905 supporting September 30 as a statutory holiday and received a staff report on City activities to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, including Orange Shirt Day and raising the Every Child Matters Flag. The Committee also received a presentation on the Diversity Action Plan (2021-2031) update, with staff noting 87% of previous recommendations were completed or active. No binding decisions were made; all items were received for information.

• Received deputation from Rob Kerfoot, CUPE 905, on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (carried)
• Received report on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation activities (carried)
• Received Diversity Action Plan (2021-2031) presentation (carried)

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

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The Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee heard a presentation from a resident about safety concerns for cyclists and pedestrians on Carlton Road near Markville Secondary School. The committee provided feedback and staff committed to a site visit, considering immediate implementation of the resident's suggestions, and developing a pilot project on that road as part of a city-wide road safety plan starting in 2022. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and advisory.

• Approved minutes from June 17, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Accepted agenda as presented
• Staff to conduct site visit on Carlton Road to investigate safety concerns
• Staff to consider immediate implementation of resident's three suggestions for Carlton Road
• Staff to investigate traffic calming measures for Carlton Road between Kennedy and McCowan
• Pilot project on Carlton Road to be developed as part of 2022 city-wide road safety plan
• York Region Police to inform sergeant of near accidents and anticipate sending cruisers for enforcement
• Deferred discussion on establishing a process for member-raised topics to October 2021 meeting

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting will receive a preliminary report on applications by Enterprise Boulevard Inc. for an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment to permit a high-density development with up to 1,400 apartment units on the north side of Enterprise Boulevard, east of the Metrolinx-GO Stouffville rail corridor (Ward 3). The meeting includes call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, deputations, and the report item, followed by adjournment.

• Preliminary report on Enterprise Boulevard Inc. applications for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment
• Proposed high-density development with maximum 1,400 apartment units
• Location: north side of Enterprise Boulevard, east of Metrolinx-GO Stouffville rail corridor (Ward 3)
• File No. PLAN 20 113948 (10.3, 10.5)

The Development Services Public Meeting received reports and deputations on Enterprise Boulevard Inc.'s applications for an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to permit a high-density development with up to 1,400 apartment units on the north side of Enterprise Boulevard, east of the Metrolinx-GO Stouffville rail corridor (Ward 3). No decision was made; the applications were referred back to staff for a report and recommendation. The meeting included discussion of concerns about height, parkland, pedestrian connectivity, and affordable housing.

• Received written submission from Peter Miasek (Unionville Residents Association) regarding the proposed development.
• Received deputations from Peter Miasek and Hayden Poon regarding the proposed development.
• Received the Development Services Commission preliminary report dated September 29, 2020, on the applications.
• Received the record of the September 14, 2021 public meeting.
• Referred the applications by Enterprise Boulevard Inc. (PLAN 20 113948) back to staff for a report and recommendation.
• Authorized staff to do all things necessary to give effect to the resolution.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to consider several consent items and one motion. Key items include approving roughly $539,344 in tax adjustments under the Municipal Act, endorsing a flood control plan for Markham Village and Unionville, and adopting the 2021 Asset Management Plan. A motion directs staff to update a 2012 report on establishing a lobbyist registry and registrar, with a report due by December 1, 2021.

• Tax adjustments totaling approximately $539,344 under Sections 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act, 2001; City's portion estimated at $41,040
• Endorsement of Markham Village and Unionville Areas Flood Control Feasibility Study, including sewer upgrades, flow diversions, and system optimization
• Adoption of the 2021 Asset Management Plan and proposed asset management strategy
• Motion to update the September 5, 2012 report on establishing a Lobbyist Registry and appointing a Lobbyist Registrar, due by December 1, 2021
• Delegation of authority to Chief Administrative Officer during 2021 annual summer recess

The General Committee endorsed the 2021 Asset Management Plan and adopted its strategy and framework. It also directed staff to update the 2012 report on establishing a lobbyist registry and registrar, with recommendations, to be presented by December 1, 2021. The committee approved tax adjustments totaling about $539,344, delegated authority to the CAO during the summer recess, and endorsed the Markham Village/Unionville flood control study recommendations. A confidential session was held for legal advice.

• Endorsed 2021 Asset Management Plan and adopted strategy (carried)
• Directed staff to update lobbyist registry report with recommendations by Dec 1, 2021 (carried)
• Approved tax adjustments of ~$539,344 under Municipal Act Sec. 357/358 (carried)
• Approved delegation of authority to CAO during 2021 summer recess (carried)
• Endorsed Markham Village/Unionville flood control study recommendations (carried)
• Approved minutes of June 14, 2021 General Committee (carried)
• Received deputation from Elizabeth Brown on lobbyist registry (carried)
• Went into confidential session for legal advice (carried)

Seniors Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Seniors Advisory Committee meeting on September 9, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. The document is essentially empty of decisions or discussions.

The Seniors Advisory Committee approved the December 10, 2020 minutes and received a presentation from Urban Strategies consultants on the City of Markham Age-Friendly Design Guidelines (MAFDG) project. The project is in its first of five phases, expected to end around June 2022, and will focus on housing and outdoor spaces/buildings. Committee members provided feedback and suggestions for community engagement, and the consultants will return in November 2021 with an update.

• Approved December 10, 2020 minutes
• Received MAFDG kick-off presentation from Urban Strategies
• Committee to provide feedback to Abbie Kar and Marty Chan
• Consultants to attend November 2021 meeting for project update

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 8, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting electronically to review heritage permit applications, proposed development at Kennedy Road and Major Mackenzie Drive, and variance requests for properties on Main Street North. The committee will also receive updates on various heritage projects and approve the agenda and previous minutes.

• Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment at 10225-10227 Kennedy Road and 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East, including relocation of Homer Wilson House and J.P Carr Cottage and deconstruction of Pingle Brown House
• Building permit application HP 21 133311 for 36 Church Street to remove and reinstall historic board and batten siding for insulation
• Committee of Adjustment variance A/119/21 for rear and front porch addition at 329 Main Street North
• Committee of Adjustment variance A/057/21 for two-storey rear addition at 336 Main Street North
• Delegated approvals for heritage permits at 33 Colborne Street and 1 Beech Street, and building/sign permits at 7859 Yonge Street, 16 Eckardt Avenue, and 116 Main Street U.

The Heritage Markham Committee approved the agenda and minutes, and received reports on delegated heritage and building permits. It supported the draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for 10225-10227 Kennedy Road and 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East, with conditions including relocating the Homer Wilson Farmhouse and J.P. Carr Cottage, sensitively integrating the Pingle Cemetery, and allowing deconstruction of the Pingle-Brown House. It also had no objection to variances for 329 Main Street North (with a condition to remove driveway asphalt and install soft landscaping) and 61 Peter Street, but deferred discussion on 336 Main Street North pending design revisions.

• Approved agenda as amended (carried)
• Adopted August 11, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Received delegated heritage permit approvals for 33 Colborne St and 1 Beech St (carried)
• Received delegated building permit approvals for 7859 Yonge St, 16 Eckardt Ave, and 116 Main St U. (carried)
• No objection to building permit for 36 Church St to remove/reinstall siding (carried)
• Supported draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for 10225-10227 Kennedy Rd and 4638 Major Mackenzie Dr E with conditions (carried)
• No objection to variances for 329 Main St N with condition to remove driveway asphalt and install soft landscaping (carried)
• Deferred discussion on 336 Main St N until design revisions (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This is a short special council meeting with two by-laws up for three readings and enactment, both granting part-lot control exemptions for subdivisions. Council will also enter a confidential session to discuss litigation or potential litigation regarding a minor variance application appeal at 38 Milroy Lane (Ward 5). A confirmatory by-law will close the meeting.

• By-law 2021-64: Part Lot Control exemption for Sunny Developments Holdings Inc., Block 1 on Registered Plan 65M-4615, west side of Markham Road and south of Major Mackenzie Drive
• By-law 2021-65: Part Lot Control exemption for Cornell Rouge Development Corp., Part of Blocks 156 and 161 on Registered Plan 65M-4364, 1984-1988 and 1906 Donald Cousens Parkway
• Confidential item: Litigation or potential litigation re: minor variance application appeal, 38 Milroy Lane (Ward 5)
• By-law 2021-66: Confirmatory by-law for proceedings of this meeting

Council approved two part-lot control exemption by-laws for subdivisions and directed the City Solicitor to support the Committee of Adjustment's denial of minor variances at 38 Milroy Lane, including retaining an external planner for the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing. The meeting also confirmed its proceedings by by-law and adjourned.

• Approved By-law 2021-64 (Sunny Developments Holdings Inc.) part lot control exemption (carried)
• Approved By-law 2021-65 (Cornell Rouge Development Corporation) part lot control exemption (carried)
• Directed City Solicitor to attend OLT hearing in support of denial of minor variances at 38 Milroy Lane (carried)
• Directed City Solicitor to retain external planner for OLT hearing (carried)
• Approved By-law 2021-66 to confirm proceedings of the meeting (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

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Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review heritage permit applications, a proposed zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for the Alexander McPherson House, and other development applications. The committee will also receive updates on heritage permits, a model train diorama issue, and recent changes to the Ontario Heritage Act.

• Proposed zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 186 Old Kennedy Road and 31/51 Victory Avenue (ZA 18 149630, SU 18 149630) — committee recommends not supporting unless Alexander McPherson House is incorporated
• Draft plan of subdivision for 7750 Bayview Avenue (McCullagh Estate / Shouldice Hospital) — committee recommends standard heritage requirements as condition of approval
• Delegated approvals for building/sign permits at 8 locations including 7323 Hwy. 7 E., 175 Main St. U., 28 John St., 16 Main St. N., 5 Heritage Corners Lane, 9400 Kennedy Road, 147 A Main St. U., 28 Wales Ave.
• Delegated approvals for heritage permits at 8 John Street and 38 Colborne (THCD)
• Committee of Adjustment variance for new dwelling at 32 Joseph Street (MVHCD) — no heritage objection

The Heritage Markham Committee voted to not support a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 186 Old Kennedy Road because the proposal does not incorporate the Alexander McPherson House, a heritage building. The committee recommended the plan be revised to restore the house as a detached dwelling and secure heritage protections. It also supported staff recommendations on other items, including no objection to variances for a new dwelling at 32 Joseph Street and recommending heritage conditions for the subdivision at 7750 Bayview Avenue.

• Opposed zoning/subdivision application for 186 Old Kennedy Road unless McPherson House incorporated (carried)
• Recommended revising development to restore McPherson House as detached dwelling (carried)
• Recommended standard heritage conditions for subdivision approval, including easement and conservation plan (carried)
• No objection to variances for new dwelling at 32 Joseph Street (carried)
• Recommended heritage conditions for draft plan subdivision at 7750 Bayview Avenue (carried)
• Recommended exploring reinstatement of entry feature at 7750 Bayview Avenue (carried)
• Received information on delegated building and heritage permits (carried)
• Received information on Ontario Heritage Act changes (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

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Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to consider two key items from the Development Services Committee: comments on a proposed Regional Official Plan Amendment to allow urban park uses in the Greenbelt, including permitting golf course use at Angus Glen, and an interim Parkland Cash-in-Lieu strategy that would reduce fees for medium/high-density apartments and provide deeper reductions for rental and subsidized housing. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving previous minutes, receiving communications, and enacting a by-law to exempt part of a subdivision from part lot control.

• Resolution to support limited ROPA 7 amendment permitting golf course use at Angus Glen Golf Course and active parkland for high-density residential only
• Interim Parkland Cash-in-Lieu reductions: 25% for medium/high-density apartments, 35% for purpose-built rental, 50% for affordable rental, 100% for non-profit subsidized units
• By-law 2021-62 to designate part of Plan 65M-4616 (west of Woodbine Ave, north of Elgin Mills Rd E) not subject to Part Lot Control for Poetry Living (Abbey Lane) Limited
• Communications received regarding Green Lane, Bayview and John Street corridor development process
• Confidential items include approval of confidential minutes and labour relations/employee negotiations

Council approved an interim Parkland Cash-in-Lieu strategy that reduces fees for medium/high-density apartments by 25% and provides deeper reductions for purpose-built rental (35%), affordable rental (50%), and non-profit subsidized units (100%). Council also endorsed a limited amendment to the Regional Official Plan (ROPA 7) to allow golf course and active park uses in the Greenbelt, with specific conditions. Both decisions were carried by recorded votes.

• Approved interim 25% parkland cash-in-lieu reduction for medium/high-density apartments (9-4)
• Approved rental housing reductions: 35% purpose-built, 50% affordable, 100% non-profit subsidized (11-2)
• Approved ROPA 7 amendment supporting golf course use at Angus Glen (12-1)
• Approved ROPA 7 amendment allowing active parkland for high-density residential only (10-3)
• Approved ROPA 7 amendment retaining city authority to accept/reject parkland (12-1)
• Adopted minutes of July 14, 2021
• Received deputations on Green Lane corridor and parkland strategy
• Enacted By-law 2021-62 (part lot control) and By-law 2021-63 (confirmatory)

Committee of Adjustment

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Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is deciding on two main items: whether to oppose a proposed Regional Official Plan Amendment that would allow active urban park uses in Greenbelt corridors in Markham, and whether to adopt an interim strategy reducing cash-in-lieu of parkland payments by up to 25% for medium and high density residential apartments. The committee will also confirm minutes from July 8, 2021, and receive public communications on both topics.

• Recommendation to not support ROPA 7, which would redesignate Greenbelt corridors from 'Prime' to 'Rural' agriculture to allow active urban parkland/recreational uses
• Proposed interim reduction of up to 25% of Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland value for medium and high density residential apartments, effective until a new Parkland By-law is adopted
• Reduction applies only to developments without existing parkland conveyance or cash-in-lieu agreements
• Public communications received from Irene Ford, Don Given, and Mustafa Ghassan on the two main items
• Confidential session scheduled for solicitor-client privileged advice

The Development Services Committee received a staff report and presentation on the City of Markham's comments on proposed Regional Official Plan Amendment No. 7, which would allow urban park uses in the Greenbelt. The committee directed staff to provide additional clauses for the July 27, 2021 Council meeting to permit golf course use in the Angus Glen block and to narrow park use consideration to high-density residential developments. The committee also deferred the interim parkland cash-in-lieu strategy and directed staff to prepare a relief policy for purpose-built rentals, affordable rentals, and subsidized housing.

• Received staff report and presentation on ROPA No. 7 comments (Carried)
• Directed staff to add clauses permitting golf course use in Angus Glen block and narrowing park uses to high-density developments (Carried)
• Deferred the interim parkland cash-in-lieu strategy to a future meeting (Carried)
• Directed staff to prepare an interim cash-in-lieu relief policy for purpose-built rentals, affordable rentals, and subsidized housing (Carried)
• Received communications on ROPA No. 7 and parkland cash-in-lieu (Carried)
• Approved minutes of July 8, 2021 meeting (Carried)
• Resolved into confidential session for solicitor-client privilege (Carried)
• Adjourned at 5:47 PM (Carried)

Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to adopt the Housing Choices: Markham's Affordable and Rental Housing Strategy, which includes actions to support York Region's request for land for affordable housing. Council will also vote on supporting a Minister's Zoning Order request for a large employment development at 3143 19th Avenue, and will consider several development applications, including a mixed-use project and a self-storage facility. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, proclamations, and public communications.

• Adoption of Housing Choices: Markham's Affordable and Rental Housing Strategy
• Support for Minister's Zoning Order request for 332,149.85m2 employment development at 3143 19th Avenue (Ward 2)
• Site plan approval for 8-storey building and 3-storey townhouses (224 units, 1680 m2 commercial) at Block 94, north of Vetmar Avenue (Ward 2)
• Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for commercial self-storage warehouse at 500 Copper Creek Drive (Ward 7)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 12 townhouses at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd (Ward 2)

Council adopted the Housing Choices: Markham’s Affordable and Rental Housing Strategy, directing staff to support the provision of land for affordable housing and to assess exempting Housing York Inc. from parkland fees. Council also supported a Minister's Zoning Order request for a large employment development at 3143 19th Avenue, subject to recommended revisions. A motion to investigate a vacant home tax was carried as amended, with staff to report back in Q4 2021.

• Adopted the Housing Choices: Markham’s Affordable and Rental Housing Strategy (recorded vote 12-0).
• Supported the Minister's Zoning Order request for a 332,149.85m2 employment development at 3143 19th Avenue (recorded vote 9-3).
• Approved a technical zoning by-law amendment for 12 townhouses at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd (By-law 2021-60).
• Approved the Copper Creek Drive traffic calming project to proceed to completion, including installing pedestrian crossovers.
• Endorsed in principle a site plan for a mixed-use development with 224 residential units and 1680 m2 of commercial space on Vetmar Avenue.
• Approved an agreement with Alectra Energy Services for installation of electric vehicle charging equipment at community facilities.
• Approved continuation of the LDD (gypsy moth) egg mass removal program with 6 additional seasonal staff at a cost of approximately $156,000 annually.
• Approved funding for the Celebrate Markham Grant Program, including $48,575 for virtual programming and a one-time carry forward of $207,425.

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review heritage permit applications, including a model train diorama at 146 John Street, Thornhill, and a rear yard sports pad at 233 Main Street, Unionville. They will also consider a zoning by-law amendment for a secondary school at 9286 Kennedy Road that involves the George Hunter House, and several official plan amendments. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving delegated approvals, plus a condolence motion for former member Marion Matthias.

• Heritage permit for model train diorama at 146 John Street, Thornhill (File 21 125806 HE)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 5-storey secondary school at 9286 Kennedy Road, with support for retaining and relocating George Hunter House (File PLAN 21 107046)
• Heritage permit for rear yard sports pad and cabana at 233 Main Street, Unionville, with recommendation for tree replanting
• Official plan amendment at 10 Ruggles Avenue with no heritage comment (File 20 132805)
• Revision to legal description of heritage designation By-law 4-95 for 45 Stollery Pond Crescent (formerly 4075 Major Mackenzie Drive)

The Heritage Markham Committee deferred a decision on a heritage permit for a model train diorama at 146 John Street, Thornhill, to obtain feedback from the City's Legal and By-law Enforcement departments. The committee also voted to not support a heritage permit for a rear yard sports pad and cabana at 233 Main Street, Unionville, recommending tree replanting instead of cash-in-lieu. It supported a zoning amendment for a private secondary school at 9286 Kennedy Road, with conditions on preserving the George Hunter House.

• Deferred heritage permit decision for model train diorama at 146 John Street to next meeting
• Approved agenda as amended, moving consent item 5.1 after item 6.2
• Adopted June 9, 2021 minutes with correction to conflict of interest note
• Extended condolences to family of former member Marion Matthias
• Received delegated approvals for heritage permits at 7 Victoria Avenue, 137A Main Street, and 29 James Walker Court
• Received delegated approvals for building/sign permits at nine properties
• Had no comment on Official Plan Amendment for 10 Ruggles Avenue, but expressed concern about creek covering
• Did not support heritage permit for rear yard sports pad and cabana at 233 Main Street, Unionville

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a partnership with Alectra for electric vehicle charging stations at city sites, a continuation of the Lymantria dispar dispar (LDD) moth control program, and funding approvals for the Celebrate Markham grant program. The agenda also includes receiving various committee minutes and York Region communications, plus a confidential land acquisition item.

• Alectra Electric Vehicle Charging Partnership – Multiple City Sites: authorize agreement for installation, operation, maintenance and repair of EV supply equipment at Markham community facilities
• LDD (Lymantria Dispar Dispar) control: continuation of egg mass removal program starting October 2021 with 6 additional seasonal staff at approx. $156,000 annually
• Celebrate Markham Grant Program 2021-22: funding approvals totaling $221,000 for 63 applicants, with $48,575 for virtual programming and $207,425 carried forward
• World Council on City Data ISO 37120 Platinum Certification presentation to Markham
• Confidential item: proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land (Ward 2)

The General Committee approved a continuation of the Lymantria Dispar Dispar (LDD) moth management program, including hiring six additional seasonal staff for egg mass removal starting October 2021 at an annual cost of approximately $156,000, funded from the existing 2021 Parks part-time personnel budget. The committee also approved the Alectra Electric Vehicle Charging Partnership agreement for installing and operating EV charging stations at city facilities, and approved Celebrate Markham grant funding totaling $48,575 for 35 virtual events, with a one-time carry forward of $207,425 to the 2022-2023 funding envelope. A deputation from Harvey Thomson on gypsy moth concerns was received, and a notice of motion for a lobbyist registry was introduced for a future meeting.

• Approved LDD program continuation with 6 additional seasonal staff for egg mass removal at $156,000 annually, funded from 2021 Parks part-time budget.
• Authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute an agreement with Alectra Energy Services for EV charging stations at city community facilities.
• Approved Celebrate Markham grant funding of $48,575 for 35 virtual events, with $207,425 carried forward to 2022-2023.
• Approved carrying forward 26 postponed Celebrate Markham applications totaling $84,500 to the 2022-2023 cycle.
• Approved $5,000 funding for Kindred Spirits Orchestra, conditional on required documents.
• Received the deputation from Harvey Thomson regarding gypsy moth infestation.
• Referred the Race Relations Committee recommendation to staff for a fall 2021 report.
• Received staff-awarded contracts for May 2021, including consulting services for energy plan and sediment removal.

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to decide on a recommendation to approve an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for a commercial self-storage warehouse at 500 Copper Creek Drive, previously deferred. They will also discuss Markham's comments on York Region's proposed growth forecast to 2051, and consider a motion to investigate a vacant home tax. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and a presentation on the MiX Innovation District.

• Recommendation to approve Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for a commercial self-storage warehouse at 500 Copper Creek Drive (Ward 7), deferred from June 22, 2021
• Motion to direct staff to investigate options for a vacant home tax and report back in Q4 2021
• Discussion of Markham's comments on York Region's proposed growth forecast to 2051, including intensification rates and exclusion of Almira hamlet from employment expansion
• Presentation on the MiX Innovation District
• Approval of minutes from June 15, 21, and 28, 2021 meetings

The Development Services Committee approved the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for a commercial self-storage warehouse at 500 Copper Creek Drive, subject to a satisfactory site plan. A motion to deny the zoning amendment was lost. The committee also received a presentation on the MiX Innovation District and directed staff to report back in Fall 2021, and directed further analysis on growth forecasts and intensification targets.

• Approved the Official Plan Amendment (PLN 20120313) for a self-storage facility at 500 Copper Creek Drive, subject to site plan approval.
• Approved the Zoning By-law Amendment (PLN 20 134853) for the same facility, subject to site plan approval.
• Denied a motion to reject the zoning amendment for the self-storage facility.
• Received the MiX Innovation District presentation and endorsed its guiding principles in principle.
• Directed staff to report back on next steps for the MiX Innovation District in Fall 2021.
• Directed staff to analyze the impact of higher intensification targets (60%, 65%, 70%) and reconfiguration of employment lands on whitebelt lands.
• Postponed a motion to investigate a vacant home tax, referring it to the July 14, 2021 Council meeting.
• Confirmed minutes from previous meetings and received various communications and petitions.

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to consider several development and transportation items. Key decisions include whether to support a Minister's Zoning Order request for a large employment development, endorse a mixed-use site plan, and proceed with traffic calming on Copper Creek Drive. The committee will also receive updates on school zone traffic safety and advisory committee minutes.

• MZO request by Tung Kee Investment/SOW Capital for 332,149.85 m² employment development at 3143 19th Avenue (Ward 2)
• Site plan approval for Livante Holdings: 8-storey building and 3-storey townhouses, 224 units, 1,680 m² commercial at Block 94, north of Vetmar Avenue (Ward 2)
• Copper Creek Drive traffic calming project update and construction completion (Ward 7)
• School zone traffic safety update with York Region presentation (All Wards)
• Receipt of CPAC and Varley-McKay Art Foundation minutes

The Development Services Committee voted to support a Minister's Zoning Order (MZO) request by SOW Capital Limited for a 332,149.85m² employment development, including a film studio, at 3143 19th Avenue (Ward 2), subject to recommended revisions in the staff report. The committee also approved a school zone traffic safety update, endorsing York Region's request for flashing beacons on new speed limit signs. Additionally, it approved the Copper Creek Drive traffic calming project, including installing pedestrian crossovers at two locations and writing to school boards about bus stop safety. The committee endorsed in principle a site plan for a mixed-use development by Livante Holdings, with 224 residential units and 1,680m² of commercial space, subject to conditions.

• Approved support for the MZO request for a film studio and employment development at 3143 19th Avenue, subject to recommended revisions.
• Approved the School Zone Traffic Safety Update, endorsing York Region's request for flashing beacons on new school zone speed limit signs.
• Approved the Copper Creek Drive Traffic Calming Project, including installing pedestrian crossovers at Copper Creek/Boswell and Copper Creek/Rizal, subject to budget approval.
• Approved a letter to school boards requesting removal of bus stops on Copper Creek Drive where children must cross the street.
• Endorsed in principle the site plan application for a mixed-use development (8-storey building and 32 stacked townhomes) at Vetmar Avenue, subject to conditions.
• Approved the minutes of the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (April 15 and May 20, 2021) for information.
• Approved the minutes of the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham (April 12, 2021) for information.

Committee of Adjustment

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Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to adopt reports from its committees, including awarding a $1.45 million general insurance contract to Marsh Canada Limited, endorsing a revised storm sewer and channel alignment to alleviate flooding in the Glynnwood area, and directing staff to study a potential GO station at Green Lane/John Street. The meeting also includes routine items like approving previous minutes, proclamations, and a special occasion permit for a summer cirque event.

• Award $1,453,536 insurance contract to Marsh Canada Limited
• Endorse revised storm sewer and channel alignment for Glynnwood Tributary flood relief
• Direct staff to study TOC GO station at Green Lane/John Street, including cost and feasibility
• Award $403,251.88 construction tender for erosion restoration at Rouge River and German Mills Creek
• Approve 2022 budget schedule with public meeting on November 23, 2021

Council approved a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for approximately 371 ground-related dwelling units in the Berczy Glen community, including a construction agreement for a bridge and sanitary sewer upgrades, and authorized development charge credits not exceeding $8,000,000 for the bridge and $940,679 for road construction. Council also approved a 32-storey student residence at Enterprise Boulevard and Bill Crothers Drive, and a 20-unit subdivision at 4038 Highway 7. The Richmond Hill GO Transit line matter was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for 371 units in Berczy Glen, with $8M bridge credit and $940,679 road credit.
• Approved 32-storey student residence at Enterprise Boulevard and Bill Crothers Drive (By-laws 2021-51 and 2021-52).
• Approved 20 single detached dwellings at 4038 Highway 7 (By-law 2021-49).
• Approved designation of Thomas Frisby Jr. House, 3151 Elgin Mills Road, under the Ontario Heritage Act.
• Approved extension of hours and temporary lights at Morgan Pool, and reopening of Rouge River Pool on July 17, 2021.
• Awarded general insurance contract to Marsh Canada Limited for $1,453,536 inclusive of PST.
• Awarded erosion restoration contract to Hawkins Contracting Services Ltd. for $403,251.88, with 10% contingency.
• Approved 2022 budget schedule and water/wastewater rate schedule.

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Committee is holding a public meeting to receive preliminary reports on two development applications. The first is an Official Plan amendment by 10 Ruggles Ave Development Inc. to cover Pomona Mills Creek on lands at 10, 20, 24, and 26 Ruggles Avenue and 5, 9, 11, 25, and 39 Langstaff Road East. The second is a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision by Langstaff Land Holdings Ltd. for a high-rise, mixed-use community at 201, 203, 205, and 206 Langstaff Road East and 3, 5, 11, and 17 Essex Avenue. No decisions are being made; the reports are preliminary and for discussion.

• Official Plan amendment application by 10 Ruggles Ave Development Inc. to facilitate covering Pomona Mills Creek (Ward 1)
• Zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision by Langstaff Land Holdings Ltd. for a high-rise, mixed-use residential and commercial community (Ward 1)
• Public participation via livestream, written submissions, or virtual deputations due to COVID-19 facility closures

The Development Services Public Meeting received two development applications and referred both back to staff for reports and recommendations. The first application by 10 Ruggles Ave Development Inc. proposes an Official Plan Amendment to cover Pomona Mills Creek at several Ruggles Avenue and Langstaff Road East properties; the committee also passed a motion for staff to present all impacts of covering the creek to the Development Services Committee before a recommendation report. The second application by Langstaff Land Holdings Ltd. proposes a Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision for a high-rise, mixed-use residential and commercial community at 201, 203, 205, and 206 Langstaff Road East and 3, 5, 11, and 17 Essex Avenue; it was also referred back to staff. No final approvals were granted; both items are pending further staff evaluation.

• Received the record of the public meeting for the Pomona Mills Creek covering application (File No. PLAN 20 132805) and referred it back to staff for a report and recommendation (carried)
• Directed staff to present all impacts of covering Pomona Creek to the Development Services Committee before the recommendation report is brought forward (carried)
• Received the record of the public meeting for the Langstaff Land Holdings high-rise application (File No. PLAN 21 103970) and referred it back to staff for a report and recommendation (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

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Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is deciding on several development applications, including a 371-unit subdivision in Berczy Glen with an $8 million development charge credit for a bridge, and a 20-unit subdivision at 4038 Highway 7. They will also consider adopting Markham's Affordable and Rental Housing Strategy, heritage designations, and a demolition notice. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Approval of draft plan and zoning for 371 ground-related dwellings in Berczy Glen (Ward 2), with $8,000,000 development charge credit for South Bridge construction
• Approval of draft plan and zoning for 20 single detached dwellings at 4038 Highway 7 (Ward 3)
• Adoption of 'Housing Choices: Markham's Affordable and Rental Housing Strategy'
• Heritage designation of Thomas Frisby Jr. House at 3151 Elgin Mills Road
• Demolition of dwelling at 32 Joseph Street in Markham Village Heritage Conservation District

The committee approved a draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for 371 ground-related dwellings in Berczy Glen, including a development charge credit of up to $8 million for a bridge and additional credits for road work. It also adopted the Housing Choices: Markham's Affordable and Rental Housing Strategy, and approved a subdivision for 20 single detached homes at 4038 Highway 7. A demolition request for 32 Joseph Street was approved despite Heritage Markham's opposition, and a self-storage facility at 500 Copper Creek Drive was deferred.

• Approved draft plan and zoning for 371 units in Berczy Glen, with $8M bridge credit and $940,679 road credit.
• Adopted the Affordable and Rental Housing Strategy, directing staff to assess York Region requests on land and parkland fees.
• Approved draft plan and zoning for 20 single detached dwellings at 4038 Highway 7.
• Approved demolition of 32 Joseph Street, despite Heritage Markham's recommendation to retain the heritage home.
• Deferred the self-storage facility application at 500 Copper Creek Drive to July 12, 2021.
• Received the Small Business Subclass update presentation, with a report back after York Region decision.
• Directed staff to investigate extending hours and lighting at Morgan Pool.
• Received deputations and communications related to the housing strategy.

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is deciding on several development applications, including a 371-unit subdivision in Berczy Glen with a potential $8 million development charge credit for a bridge, and a 20-home subdivision at 4038 Highway 7. They will also discuss the Markham Centre Secondary Plan update, a proposed Regional Official Plan amendment on Greenbelt park uses, and the Active Transportation Master Plan. The meeting is being held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Approval of draft plan and zoning for 371 ground-related dwellings in Berczy Glen (Ward 2), with $8,000,000 development charge credit for South Bridge
• Approval of draft plan and zoning for 20 single detached dwellings at 4038 Highway 7 (Ward 3)
• Increase servicing allocation for 9704 McCowan Road mixed-use mid-rise from 112 to 131 dwelling units
• Council not to support Regional Official Plan Amendment 7 to allow urban park uses in Greenbelt corridors
• Endorsement in principle of Active Transportation Master Plan

The Development Services Committee received the Active Transportation Master Plan but voted down a motion to endorse it in principle and proceed with the John Street Multi Use Pathway. Instead, the committee carried a motion to defer further discussion to a Council workshop. The committee also postponed decisions on several development applications, including a subdivision at 4038 Highway 7 and a 371-unit plan in Berczy Glen, to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of the June 7, 2021 Development Services Committee meeting.
• Received the Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update engagement summary and directed staff to refine development options and draft a concept plan.
• Approved an increase in servicing allocation from 112 to 131 dwelling units for the mixed-use development at 9704 McCowan Road.
• Deferred the School Zone Traffic Safety Update to a July meeting and invited York Region staff to present.
• Postponed the Scardred 7 Company Limited subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for 20 dwellings at 4038 Highway 7.
• Postponed the City's comments on Regional Official Plan Amendment No. 7 to allow urban park uses in the Greenbelt.
• Postponed the 1212763 Ontario Ltd. draft plan of subdivision for 371 ground-related dwellings in Berczy Glen.
• Lost a motion to endorse the Active Transportation Master Plan and proceed with the John Street Multi Use Pathway; carried a motion to defer discussion to a Council workshop.

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

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The Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee unanimously passed a motion urging Markham Council to endorse the Active Transportation Master Plan and award the contract for the John St Multi-Use Path, with a deputation planned at the June 21 Development Services Committee meeting. The committee also expressed sadness over a June 10 fatal collision involving an 11-year-old cyclist at Warden Avenue and Highway 407, and called for a review of highway free-flowing ramp designs. It received updates on e-bike and e-scooter regulations, noting Markham lacks a by-law permitting e-scooters, and discussed ongoing projects like the Copper Creek Road diet and Rouge Valley Trail wayfinding.

• Approved minutes from May 20, 2021, as presented
• Carried motion expressing concern over lack of clarity in e-bike and e-scooter regulations
• Carried motion (11-1) saddened by June 10 fatal collision and hoping for action to prevent future tragedies
• Carried motion (9-1) calling for a provincial/regional/city/407ETR review of highway free-flowing ramp designs
• Unanimously passed motion urging Council to endorse ATMP and award John St MUP contract
• Formed educational sub-committee on highway ramp safety with Elisabeth Tan, Peter Miasek, and Councillor Isa Lee
• Accepted information on Rouge National Urban Park connections and requested York Region be informed of intersection concerns
• Agreed to discuss bike parking and road safety research at future meetings

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Committee is holding a public meeting to receive preliminary reports on two development applications. The first is for an automotive service building at 205 Torbay Road, and the second is for five high-rise apartment towers at 7750 Bayview Avenue (the former Shouldice Hospital site). No final decisions are being made; these are preliminary reviews.

• Preliminary report for Weins Canada Inc. – Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment, and Site Plan application for an automotive service building at 205 Torbay Road (Ward 8)
• Preliminary report for 7750 Bayview Avenue Limited Partnership (Liberty Developments) – Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for five high-rise apartment towers at 7750 Bayview Avenue (Shouldice Hospital) (Ward 1)

The Development Services Public Meeting received a preliminary report on Liberty Developments' application for five high-rise towers at 7750 Bayview Avenue (Shouldice Hospital) and heard extensive public opposition. The committee referred the application back to staff for further evaluation, with no decision made. A separate application by Weins Canada Inc. for an automotive service building at 205 Torbay Road was also referred back to staff to resolve outstanding issues.

• Referred Liberty Developments' Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 7750 Bayview Avenue back to staff for a report and recommendation.
• Referred Weins Canada Inc.'s Official Plan, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Site Plan applications for 205 Torbay Road back to staff to resolve outstanding issues.
• Received the written submissions and deputations regarding the 7750 Bayview Avenue proposal.
• Received the reports and records of the public meeting for both applications.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee will consider awarding a $1,453,536 general insurance contract to Marsh Canada Limited, approve the 2022 budget schedule, and award an erosion restoration tender. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and receipt of York Region communications. Several items will be discussed in confidential session, including land acquisition and property security matters.

• Award general insurance contract to Marsh Canada Limited for $1,453,536 (inclusive of PST), with option to extend five years
• Approve 2022 budget schedule with public meeting Nov 23, 2021 and Council decision Dec 7, 2021
• Award construction tender 042-T-21 for erosion restoration at Rouge River and German Mills Creek to Hawkins Contracting Services Ltd. for $403,251.88
• Approve 2022 Water & Wastewater Rate schedule with public meeting Nov 18, 2021
• Receive York Region communications on development charges, strategic plan, and school zone speed limits

The General Committee approved a $1,453,536 insurance contract with Marsh Canada Limited for the General Insurance Program, funded from the Operating Budget. The Treasurer is authorized to extend the contract for up to five additional one-year terms, with annual premium increases capped at 15%. The committee also approved the 2022 budget schedule, awarded a construction tender for erosion restoration, and directed staff to report on options to control the gypsy moth infestation.

• Approved the General Insurance Program contract with Marsh Canada Limited for $1,453,536 (inclusive of PST), funded from the Operating Budget.
• Authorized the Treasurer to extend the insurance contract for five additional one-year periods (2022-2027) with a maximum annual premium increase of 15%.
• Approved the 2022 Budget Schedule, including meetings from October 1 to December 7, 2021, and the 2022 Water & Wastewater Rate schedule.
• Awarded construction tender 042-T-21 for erosion restoration at Rouge River and tributary to German Mills Creek to Hawkins Contracting Services Ltd. for $403,251.88, with a 10% contingency.
• Received the Quality Management System Management Review and supported its action items.
• Received the Telephone System Upgrade project update and authorized staff to proceed.
• Directed staff to review and report on all options to control the gypsy moth infestation, including burlap banding, egg removal, pheromone traps, and BTK spraying.
• Confirmed the minutes of the May 31, 2021 General Committee meeting.

Committee of Adjustment

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Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is reviewing several heritage-related applications, including a major redevelopment proposal for the Markham Village Lanes complex, two demolition requests, and various permit and variance applications. The committee will vote on recommendations from staff regarding these items, which include heritage impact assessments and conditions for approval.

• Redevelopment of 134-152 Main Street North and 12 Wilson Street: residential retirement development with commercial by Smartcentres and Revera; committee comments on height, massing, and heritage retention
• Demolition request for Alexander McPherson House at 31 Victory Ave: staff recommends not supporting demolition, instead incorporating house into townhouse development
• Demolition request for 32 Joseph Street in Markham Village HCD: committee to decide whether to allow demolition of non-contributing dwelling
• Heritage permit for rear yard sports pad at 233 Main Street, Unionville: committee notes loss of mature vegetation, no objection to pad, recommends replanting trees
• Variance and site plan applications for 36 Washington Street (rear addition to heritage dwelling) and 4 Marie Court, Thornhill (new dwelling)

The Heritage Markham Committee voted not to support the demolition of the dwelling at 32 Joseph Street, a Type 'B' building in the Markham Village Heritage Conservation District, due to its contribution to the district's heritage character. The committee also provided extensive comments on a proposed retirement development at 134-152 Main Street North and 12 Wilson Street, including no objection to demolishing the Markham Village Lanes building but objecting to the replication of 12 Wilson Street. It supported a new dwelling at 4 Marie Court, Thornhill, and a rear addition at 36 Washington Street, with conditions.

• Denied support for demolition of 32 Joseph Street, a Type 'B' heritage building, and encouraged a compatible addition instead.
• Approved comments on the Main Street North retirement development, including no objection to demolishing Markham Village Lanes and objecting to replicating 12 Wilson Street.
• Approved no objection to variances for a new dwelling at 4 Marie Court, Thornhill.
• Approved no objection to demolition of a kitchen tail and supported a rear addition at 36 Washington Street, with conditions delegated to staff.
• Approved no objection to variances for an accessory building at 11 Pavillion Street, Unionville.
• Opposed demolition of the Alexander McPherson House at 31 Victory Ave, recommending it be incorporated into a townhouse development.
• Deferred a heritage permit application for a sports pad at 233 Main Street, Unionville, at the owner's request.
• Received information on delegated building and heritage permit approvals for properties in heritage districts.

Council Meeting

Markham Council is deciding on several contracts and grants, including a $3.6 million wide area network connectivity contract with YorkNet and a $2.1 million merchant services agreement with Global Payment Solutions. They will also consider heritage property grants, a commercial facade improvement program, and updates to the Celebration Park master plan. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and liquor licence applications.

• Award WAN connectivity services contract to YorkNet for $3,628,268 (10-year term)
• Award merchant services contract to Global Payment Solutions for $2,133,235 (5-year term)
• Approve 2021 Designated Heritage Property Grants totaling $29,999.99 for 8 properties
• Approve Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program with $30,607.50 funding
• Adopt updated Conceptual Draft Master Plan for Celebration Park

Council voted 11-2 to reject Metrolinx's proposed Option 3 alignment for the Yonge North Subway Extension and requested Metrolinx pursue Options 1 or 2, which adhere to Yonge Street. The motion also requests the Province include subway stations at Clark Avenue and Royal Orchard Blvd. in Thornhill. Council also approved several contracts, including a $2.13M merchant services agreement and a $3.63M WAN connectivity contract with YorkNet.

• Rejected Metrolinx's Option 3 alignment for Yonge North Subway Extension; requested Options 1 or 2 (11-2)
• Approved $2,133,235 merchant services contract with Global Payment Solutions (5-year term)
• Awarded $3,628,268 WAN connectivity contract to YorkNet, waiving tendering process
• Approved 2021 Designated Heritage Property Grants totaling $29,999.99 for 8 properties
• Approved draft plan of subdivision for 13 townhouses and 1 detached dwelling at 73 Main St. S.
• Approved removal of Blue Spruce tree at 64 Tomlinson Cres with 3 replacement trees
• Approved $30,607.50 for Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program
• Approved temporary relocation of Arthur Wegg House heritage dwelling at 10537 Kennedy Road

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several development and heritage items. Key items include a recommendation to approve a draft plan of subdivision for 13 townhouses at 73 Main St. S., an information report on the new comprehensive zoning by-law, and a motion to endorse underground stormwater storage facilities with parkland on top. The committee will also consider heritage property grants and a commercial façade improvement program.

• Draft plan approval for 13 townhouses and a detached dwelling at 73 Main St. S. (Ward 4)
• Motion to endorse underground stormwater storage tanks and create parkland on top, including for Torbay Properties
• Heritage property grants totaling $29,999.99 for 8 properties, with one grant denied
• Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program topped up to $30,607.50, with grants for Unionville properties
• Temporary relocation of Arthur Wegg House at 10537 Kennedy Road

The Development Services Committee approved a draft plan of subdivision for 13 townhouses and a detached dwelling at 73 Main Street South, subject to LPAT approval of related amendments. The committee also endorsed a revised storm sewer and channel plan to alleviate flooding near the Thornhill Community Centre, and approved 2021 heritage property and commercial façade improvement grants. A motion to defer discussion on the Yonge North Subway Extension alignment was declared carried in error, and the main motion was later voted on at Council on June 8, 2021.

• Approved draft plan of subdivision 19TM-17005 for 13 townhomes and a detached dwelling at 73 Main St. S. (carried)
• Endorsed revised preferred alternative for new storm sewer and channel from Thornhill Community Centre to Glynnwood pond (carried)
• Approved 2021 Designated Heritage Property Grants totaling $29,999.99 for 8 properties; denied grant for 1 Millbrook Gate (carried)
• Topped up Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program budget to $30,607.50 and approved 5 grants (carried)
• Authorized Heritage Easement Agreement for temporary relocation of Arthur Wegg House at 10537 Kennedy Road (carried)
• Referred motion on tanking storm ponds and creating parkland on top to staff for further analysis (carried)
• Directed staff to report on costs for a secondary plan study for Green Lane/John Street TOC GO Station area (carried)
• Motion to defer Yonge North Subway Extension alignment discussion declared carried in error; main motion later adopted at Council June 8, 2021

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Committee is holding a public meeting to receive preliminary reports on three development applications. These include a zoning by-law amendment and site plan control for 31 townhouse units on Kennedy Road, official plan and zoning amendments for a six-storey retirement residence on Main Street North, and a draft plan of subdivision for two 8-storey buildings and townhouses near Highway 48. The meeting is being held electronically due to COVID-19, with public participation via livestream, written submissions, or virtual deputations.

• Zoning by-law amendment and site plan control for 31 three-storey townhouse units at 7647 Kennedy Road (Ward 8)
• Official plan and zoning by-law amendments for a six-storey retirement residence incorporating existing heritage buildings at 134-152 Main Street North and 12 Wilson St. (Ward 4)
• Draft plan of subdivision for two 8-storey buildings and townhouses, including blocks for a public park and road, at Highway 48 and the Markham/Whitchurch-Stouffville boundary (Ward 6)
• Public participation via livestream, written submissions by email, or virtual deputation requests

The Development Services Public Meeting received public input on three proposed developments: 31 townhouses at 7647 Kennedy Road, a six-storey retirement residence at Main Street North/Wilson Street, and a subdivision with two 8-storey buildings and townhouses near Highway 48. All three applications were referred back to staff for further review and recommendation reports. No final approvals were granted at this meeting.

• Referred Glen Rouge Homes townhouse application (31 units at 7647 Kennedy Rd) back to staff for report and recommendation (carried)
• Referred SmartCentres retirement residence application (134-152 Main St N, 12 Wilson St) back to staff for report and recommendation (carried)
• Referred Flato Developments subdivision application (Hwy 48/19th Ave area) back to staff for further review and recommendation report (carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to consider several contract awards and capital project updates. Key items include a $3,628,268 contract for Wide Area Network connectivity services to YorkNet and a $2,133,235 merchant services contract to Global Payment Solutions. The committee will also receive a presentation on coyote response and review the status of capital projects as of March 2021.

• Award WAN connectivity services contract to YorkNet for $3,628,268 over 10 years
• Award merchant services contract to Global Payment Solutions for $2,133,235 over 5 years
• Receive City of Markham Coyote Response presentation and presentation from Coyote Watch Canada
• Approve closure of capital projects and transfer $4,146,732 in surplus funds
• Set up new capital project for Markham Senior Centre Asphalt Replacement at $82,219

The General Committee approved a 10-year, $3.63 million contract with YorkNet for Wide Area Network (WAN) connectivity services, waiving the competitive bidding process. The committee also received a coyote response presentation and directed staff to develop a management protocol, and approved a $2.13 million merchant services contract with Global Payment Solutions. Several capital project closures and funding adjustments were approved, and four items were forwarded to the confidential Council agenda.

• Awarded WAN connectivity contract to YorkNet for $3,628,268 (10-year term)
• Approved merchant services contract with Global Payment Solutions, $2,133,235 over 5 years
• Directed staff to report back on a coyote management protocol (signage, fencing, public notification)
• Approved closure of capital projects and transfer of $4,146,732 in surplus funds
• Approved closure of deferred capital projects, transferring $2,275,999
• Returned $828,276 in surplus from open capital projects to original funding sources
• Topped up five capital contingency projects from various reserves (total $1,960,713)
• Forwarded 4 confidential items to June 8, 2021 Council agenda

Council Meeting

Markham City Council is meeting to adopt the 2021 tax rates and levy by-law totaling $765,868,900, and to decide on several employment area conversion requests as part of the Regional Municipal Comprehensive Review. The council will also consider a contract for Integrity Commissioner services, winter maintenance updates, and a utility relocation budget for Victoria Square Boulevard reconstruction.

• 2021 Tax Rates and Levy By-law: total levy $765,868,900 (City $164,739,938, Region $350,366,218, Education $250,387,964, BIAs $374,780)
• Integrity Commissioner contract awarded to ADR Chambers Inc. for 5 years at $17,299.20 annually (total $86,496.00), plus $6,023.80 annual for investigations
• Employment conversion requests: support Tucciarone (1.0 ha at 2718/2730 Elgin Mills Rd), oppose Smart Centres (1.9 ha at Hwy 404/Elgin Mills) and Wemat Group (17.1 ha at Hwy 404/Hwy 7)
• Victoria Square Boulevard Phase 1 utility relocation: $717,281.71 in purchase orders, $71,728.17 contingency, total budget $878,337.57
• Winter maintenance: $121,711.29 for pathway clearing, $27,624.00 for skating surfaces

Council approved the 2021 tax rates and levy by-law totaling $765,868,900, including $164.7M for the City of Markham. It also awarded a five-year contract to ADR Chambers Inc. for Integrity Commissioner services at $17,299.20 annually, with an additional $6,023.80 for investigations. Council supported one employment conversion request (Tucciarone) but denied two others (Smart Centres, Wemat Group) and deferred decisions on two more. It also approved utility relocation funding for Victoria Square Boulevard reconstruction and winter maintenance updates.

• Approved 2021 tax levy by-law totaling $765,868,900 (carried)
• Awarded Integrity Commissioner contract to ADR Chambers Inc. for 5 years at $17,299.20/year (carried)
• Supported employment conversion for Tucciarone lands at 2718/2730 Elgin Mills Rd (carried)
• Denied employment conversion for Smart Centres lands at Hwy 404 & Elgin Mills Rd (carried)
• Denied employment conversion for Wemat Group lands at Hwy 404 & Hwy 7 (carried)
• Approved $878,337.57 for Victoria Square Blvd Phase 1 utility relocation (carried)
• Adopted winter maintenance updates incl. $121,711.29 for pathway clearing (carried)
• Appointed Sylvia Morris to Unionville BIA board (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

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Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee endorsed in principle a Sustainability Metrics Program to measure and enhance the sustainability of new developments, subject to further consultation with development industry stakeholders. The committee also approved reducing the notice circulation radius for statutory public meetings in Markham Centre from 1000m to 200m. A decision on employment conversion requests was postponed to a confidential session and later to the May 26 Council meeting.

• Endorsed Sustainability Metrics Program in principle (Carried)
• Reduced statutory public meeting notice radius in Markham Centre from 1000m to 200m (Carried)
• Postponed decision on referred Markham employment conversion requests
• Approved utility relocation purchase orders for Victoria Square Blvd Phase 1, $717,281.71 (Carried)
• Approved $878,337.57 capital budget for Victoria Square Blvd Phase 1 utility relocation (Carried)
• Received preliminary reports for development applications at 205 Torbay Rd, Ruggles Ave, Langstaff Rd, and Highway 7 (Carried)
• Received and authorized Updated Conceptual Draft Master Plan for Celebration Park (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes from May 3, April 26, May 11, April 27, and May 11 meetings (Carried)

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This is the agenda for the Markham Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on May 20, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.

York Region announced it will make the Highway 7 flexible bollard pilot permanent, install additional Cyclo Zone bollards, and extend the in-boulevard route to Allstate Parkway. The committee also discussed the Active Transportation Master Plan, with comments due by May 28, and noted the postponement of Markham Cycling Day to July 10-11 due to the Stay-At-Home order.

• Approved minutes from April 15, 2021 meeting (carried)
• York Region to make Highway 7 bollards permanent, install seasonally
• York Region to extend in-boulevard route on Highway 7 to Allstate Parkway
• Markham Cycling Day postponed to July 10-11
• Subcommittee formed for McCowan EA response, letter due June 12
• Vision Zero subcommittee renamed to Road Safety Planning Sub-Committee

Animal Care Committee

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The Animal Care Committee approved a motion supporting education and stricter enforcement to address coyote interactions, while opposing lethal removal or relocation of wildlife. Members also discussed website updates, donation transparency, and upcoming development concerns, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion supporting education and stricter enforcement for coyote mitigation, opposing lethal removal/relocation of wildlife (carried)
• Approved minutes of April 21, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Agreed to delete live trapping/relocation info from website (action item)
• Agreed to email Todd Wilkinson about illegal activities in German Mills Meadow (action item)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 15, 2021

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is reviewing a proposed residential retirement development with commercial uses at 134-152 Main Street North and 12 Wilson Street, and will provide heritage comments. The committee will also decide on heritage and commercial façade grant applications, a demolition request at 32 Joseph Street, and a variance application at 29 Jerman Street. Several items are routine approvals of minutes, new members, and delegated permit approvals.

• Comments on redevelopment of Markham Village Lanes complex at 134-152 Main Street North and 12 Wilson Street by Smartcentres and Revera
• Support for 7 heritage grant applications totaling $29,999.99; no support for 1 Millbrook Gate
• Support for 7 commercial façade grants on Main Street Unionville; request to increase program budget to $52,988.71
• No objection to demolition of dwelling at 32 Joseph Street, Markham Village Heritage Conservation District
• No objection to variance for accessory dwelling unit at 29 Jerman Street

The Heritage Markham Committee approved seven Designated Heritage Property Grant applications totaling $29,999.99 and denied one for 1 Millbrook Gate. It also supported seven Commercial Façade Improvement Grant applications and recommended Council increase the program budget to $52,988.71. Two items were deferred: a residential retirement development application and a demolition notice for 32 Joseph Street.

• Approved seven heritage property grants totaling $29,999.99
• Denied grant for 1 Millbrook Gate
• Supported seven commercial façade grants, recommended budget increase to $52,988.71
• Deferred retirement development application at 134-152 Main St N and 12 Wilson St
• Deferred demolition notice for 32 Joseph Street
• No objection to variance for accessory dwelling unit and parking reduction at 29 Jerman Street

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

This is a special Development Services Committee meeting held electronically to discuss York Region's proposed growth forecast to 2051. No public deputations will be heard, but written submissions were accepted by email. The committee will receive a presentation from Senior Manager Marg Wouters on the forecast.

• Presentation on York Region Proposed Growth Forecast to 2051
• No public deputations at this special meeting
• Written submissions accepted by email until 5:00 p.m. day before meeting

The Special Development Services Committee received a staff presentation on York Region's proposed growth forecast to 2051, which projects development of all Markham's whitebelt lands and a 52% intensification rate. No decisions were made on the forecast; the committee only received the presentation and related communications. Staff will report back on the Donald Cousens Parkway extension in September/October 2021.

• Received communications regarding York Region Proposed Forecast to 2051 (carried)
• Received presentation 'York Region Proposed Growth Forecast to 2051' (carried)
• Adjourned at 12:15 PM (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting received reports and public deputations on four development applications. Three applications (Times Group, LiVante Holdings, Hilton Markham Suites) were referred back to staff for further review, while one (Glen Rouge Homes) was postponed to a future meeting. No final approvals were granted.

• Referred Times Group application for six high-rise buildings to staff for interim report (carried)
• Referred LiVante Holdings application for 179 townhouses to staff for evaluation (carried)
• Postponed Glen Rouge Homes application for 31 townhouses to June 1, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Referred Hilton Markham Suites application for mixed-use development to staff for interim report (carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to consider routine items including the 2021 tax rates and levy by-law, a year-to-date operations review, and winter maintenance plans. The meeting also includes receiving York Region communications and minutes from city boards. A confidential land acquisition/disposition item is scheduled.

• 2021 tax levy by-law totaling $765,868,900 (City $164,739,938, Region $350,366,218, Education $250,387,964, BIAs $374,780)
• Winter maintenance update: $121,711.29 for pathway clearing, $27,624 for skating surfaces
• March 2021 year-to-date operations results report
• Drinking water inspection report from MECP (Feb 3, 2021)
• Confidential item on proposed/pending land acquisition or disposition

The General Committee approved the 2021 tax rates and levy by-law totaling $765,868,900, including amounts for the City, Region, education, and BIAs. They also adopted the winter maintenance update, continuing the practice of not clearing snow on non-asphalt pathways, funding pathway clearing at $121,711.29, and developing 3-4 skating surfaces at $27,624.00. Staff were directed to review increased service levels for local roads and prepare a memo on pathway maintenance.

• Approved 2021 tax levy by-law totaling $765,868,900
• Adopted winter maintenance recommendations, including $121,711.29 for pathway clearing
• Approved $27,624.00 for 3-4 potential skating surfaces
• Directed staff to review increased service levels for local roads and speed limit reductions
• Directed staff to prepare memo on pathway maintenance and additional skating rink at Aaniin or Milliken Mills
• Received York Region communications for information
• Confirmed minutes of April 26, 2021 General Committee
• Consented to forward confidential land item to May 26, 2021 Council

Committee of Adjustment

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Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to adopt reports from its committees, including approving development charge credits and reimbursements totaling over $10 million for infrastructure in the Berczy Glen community, increasing a purchase order for sewer and watermain design, and approving BIA operating budgets. The council will also consider comments on provincial planning changes and a study for the Yonge North Subway Extension station areas.

• Development charge credits up to $8,000,000 for Berczy Creek North Bridge, $1,476,960 for Warden Avenue watermain, and $639,904 for Elgin Mills Road watermain
• Increase purchase order for Woodbine Avenue trunk sewer/watermain design by $391,404.58 plus contingency
• Approve 2021 operating budgets: $300,000 for Unionville BIA and $265,763 for Markham Village BIA
• Forward comments to province opposing certain Planning Act changes in Bill 276
• Accelerate study for Steeles, Clark, and Royal Orchard station areas for Yonge North Subway Extension

Council approved development charge credits and reimbursements totaling up to $8,000,000 for the Berczy Glen Landowners Group for a bridge over Berczy Creek, plus additional amounts for watermain construction on Warden Avenue and Elgin Mills Road. Council also approved a motion to accelerate planning work for the Yonge North Subway Extension station areas, with a priority on Clark and Royal Orchard, and passed a resolution strongly objecting to certain Planning Act changes in Bill 276. Several other items were approved, including budgets for two Business Improvement Areas and tree removal applications.

• Approved up to $8,000,000 DC credit for Berczy Glen North Bridge (carried)
• Approved up to $1,476,960 DC credit for Warden Ave watermain (carried)
• Approved up to $639,904 DC credit for Elgin Mills Rd watermain (carried)
• Approved $391,404.58 increase for SCS Consulting trunk sewer/watermain design (carried)
• Approved 2021 UBIA operating budget of $300,000 (carried)
• Approved 2021 MVBIA operating budget of $265,763 (carried)
• Approved motion to accelerate YNSE station area study, priority on Clark and Royal Orchard (13-0)
• Approved tree removal at 48 Church St with 6 replacement trees (carried as amended)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee will consider several planning reports and a motion on the GTA West Corridor (Highway 413). The committee will review preliminary and recommendation reports for developments including a retirement residence, mixed-use buildings, and a subdivision, and will decide whether to endorse a sub-committee's recommendation against an application at 10-20 Fincham Avenue.

• Motion opposing Highway 413, citing farmland loss, environmental damage, and alternatives
• Preliminary report for six-storey retirement residence at 134-152 Main Street North, 12 Wilson St.
• Preliminary report for five mixed-use buildings at 288, 298, 300 John Street
• Recommendation report for new Ford/Lincoln dealership at 4592 and 4600 Highway 7 East
• City comments on Bill 276 Planning Act changes, opposing Minister's Consent Order and purchaser consents

The Development Services Committee deferred the GTA West Corridor (Highway 413) motion to the earliest possible future meeting, requesting presentations from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and staff. The committee also received several preliminary development reports, including mixed-use buildings on John Street and a retirement residence on Main Street North, without making final decisions. A motion to conduct a land use study around three Yonge North Subway Extension stations was carried.

• Deferred GTA West Corridor (Hwy 413) motion to future meeting (carried)
• Received Phase 1 Natural Heritage Inventory and Assessment Study (carried)
• Endorsed in principle site plan for Ford/Lincoln dealership at 4592-4600 Highway 7 (carried)
• Received preliminary report for five mixed-use buildings at 288-300 John Street (carried)
• Received preliminary report for six-storey retirement residence at 134-152 Main Street North (carried)
• Received preliminary report for subdivision at Highway 48 and 19th Avenue (carried)
• Forwarded comments on Bill 276 to Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (carried)
• Approved Yonge North Subway Extension station area study motion (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting will hear preliminary reports on three development applications, including a mixed-use project on Highway 7, a phased high-density residential development, and a subdivision with about 840 dwelling units. These are preliminary reports, so no final decisions are expected; the meeting is for discussion and public input.

• Dorsay Development Corp.: two 24-storey residential buildings and a 4-storey office building north of Highway 7, east of Rodick Road (Ward 2)
• Kingdom - Markham Centre: phased high-density residential development at 4077 and 4101 Highway 7 (Ward 3)
• Minotar Holdings and Hal-Van 5.5 Investments: draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for ~840 units (760 ground-related, 80 in mixed-use block) east of Kennedy Road, north of Major Mackenzie Drive (Ward 6)

The Development Services Public Meeting on April 27, 2021, considered three preliminary development applications but made no final decisions. All three applications—for a mixed-use development in Markham Centre, a phased high-density residential development at 4077 and 4101 Highway 7, and a subdivision with approximately 840 units near Kennedy Road—were referred back to staff for recommendation reports. The meeting was procedural, focused on receiving public input and staff presentations.

• Dorsay Development Corp. OPA for two 24-storey residential buildings and 4-storey office building referred back to staff (carried)
• Kingdom-Markham Centre OPA and ZBA for phased high-density residential at 4077 & 4101 Highway 7 referred back to staff (carried)
• Minotar Holdings and Hal-Van 5.5 draft plan of subdivision and ZBA for ~840 units near Kennedy Road referred back to staff (carried)

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

This is a special evening meeting of the Development Services Committee, called to allow further public consultation on the Yonge North Subway Extension. The committee will receive a deputation from the Royal Orchard Ratepayers Association and presentations from City of Markham, York Region Rapid Transit Corporation, and Metrolinx staff. The only action item is to receive the presentations.

• Deputation from Royal Orchard Ratepayers Association regarding Metrolinx Yonge North Subway Extension
• Presentations from City of Markham, YRRTC, and Metrolinx on the Yonge North Subway Extension update
• Meeting requested by General Committee on March 22, 2021 for further public consultation

The Special Development Services Committee received a deputation from the Royal Orchard Ratepayers Association and presentations from Metrolinx and York Region on the Yonge North Subway Extension. Numerous residents spoke in opposition to the proposed Option 3 alignment, citing concerns about tunneling impacts on the Royal Orchard community. The committee voted to receive the deputation, presentations, and written communications, but took no decision on the alignment options.

• Received deputation from Royal Orchard Ratepayers Association (carried)
• Received presentations on Yonge North Subway Extension update (carried)
• Received deputations from 24 members of the public (carried)
• Received written communications from Weifen Peng, Richard Chen, Rechia Chen, and Majid Hadavi (carried)

General Committee Meeting

Markham's General Committee meets to discuss and vote on several items, including a strategic plan update, flood mitigation plans for Markham Village and Unionville, and approval of 2021 operating budgets for two Business Improvement Areas. The committee will also consider awarding a five-year contract for Integrity Commissioner services and a motion to build a Tamil memorial monument in Ward 7.

• Approve 2021 operating budgets: $300,000 for Unionville BIA and $265,763 for Markham Village BIA, with special tax levies of $214,221 and $160,559 respectively
• Award 5-year Integrity Commissioner contract to ADR Chambers Inc. at $17,299.20 annually (total $86,496), plus $6,023.80 per year for additional services
• Receive presentation on Markham Village/Unionville Flood Mitigation Study and authorize public meetings on the implementation plan
• Motion to build a Tamil memorial monument (waterfall or garden style) in a Ward 7 park, funded by community fundraising
• Receive 2021 First Quarter Investment Performance Review and staff-awarded contracts for March 2021

The General Committee approved a 5-year contract for Integrity Commissioner services to ADR Chambers Inc. at an annual retainer of $17,299.20, plus an additional $6,023.80 per year for investigations and workshops. The committee also approved 2021 operating budgets for the Unionville and Markham Village Business Improvement Areas, and referred a Tamil memorial monument proposal to staff for a policy report by end of October 2021.

• Awarded 5-year Integrity Commissioner contract to ADR Chambers Inc. ($86,496 total retainer, plus $6,023.80/year for investigations)
• Approved 2021 UBIA operating budget of $300,000 and MVBIA budget of $265,763
• Referred Tamil memorial monument proposal to staff for policy report by end of October 2021
• Received Markham Village/Unionville Flood Mitigation Study and authorized public meetings
• Approved staff awarded contracts for March 2021
• Received 2021 First Quarter Investment Performance Review
• Confirmed minutes of April 6, 2021 General Committee meeting

Animal Care Committee

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The Animal Care Committee approved a motion requesting City Council to consider adopting the CSA A460 – Bird-friendly Building Design Standard, following a presentation by FLAP Canada. The committee also approved the minutes of the March 17, 2021 meeting as amended. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved motion requesting City Council to consider adopting CSA A460 – Bird-friendly Building Design Standard (carried)
• Approved minutes of March 17, 2021 meeting as amended (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to consider two main items: increasing purchase orders for consulting engineering services to design a trunk sewer and watermain extension on Woodbine Avenue, and releasing an interim report on the Markham Road – Mount Joy Secondary Plan Study for public consultation. The committee will also discuss converting Mount Joy Business Park employment lands to a mix of uses.

• Increase Purchase Order PD 18309 to SCS Consulting Group Ltd. by $391,404.58 for detailed design of trunk watermain and sanitary sewer on Woodbine Avenue
• Increase Purchase Order PD 18310 contingency by $39,140.46 for additional design work
• Transfer $54,665.40 Capital Administration Fee to revenue account 640-998-8871
• Increase 2019 Engineering Capital Account 19257 by $485,210.44 funded from City Wide Hard Development Charges Reserve
• Release Markham Road – Mount Joy Secondary Plan Study Interim Report for public consultation; support conversion of Mount Joy Business Park employment lands, including 77 Anderson Avenue

The Development Services Committee approved increasing purchase orders for consulting engineering services to design the extension of a trunk sewer and watermain in the Highway 404 North Secondary Plan area, funded by development charges. The committee also received the Markham Road – Mount Joy Secondary Plan Study interim report and released it for public consultation, endorsing in principle the conversion of the Mount Joy Business Park employment lands to a mix of uses.

• Approved increasing Purchase Order PD 18309 to SCS Consulting Group Ltd. by $391,404.58 for detailed design of trunk watermain and sanitary sewer on Woodbine Avenue
• Approved increasing Purchase Order PD 18310 contingency by $39,140.46 for additional design work
• Approved transferring $54,665.40 Engineering Department Capital Administration Fee to revenue account
• Approved increasing 2019 Engineering Capital Account 19257 by $485,210.44, funded from City Wide Hard Development Charges Reserve
• Received Markham Road – Mount Joy Secondary Plan Study interim report and released it for public consultation
• Endorsed in principle conversion of Mount Joy Business Park employment lands, including 77 Anderson Avenue, to a mix of uses

Committee of Adjustment

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Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to adopt previous minutes, receive the 2020 audited financial statements, and act on General Committee and Development Services Committee reports. Key decisions include awarding two large construction tenders for West Thornhill storm sewer and watermain work, approving Celebrate Markham grant program changes for 2021-22, and confirming the sale of surplus lands near Mobis Drive. The agenda also includes routine items like proclamations, by-laws, and a provincial fire safety grant.

• Award Tender 003-T-21 to Direct Underground Inc. for $4,263,945.97 (plus $426,394.60 contingency) for West Thornhill Phase 3B storm sewer and watermain replacement
• Award Tender 004-T-21 to GFL Infrastructure Group for $12,477,267.18 (plus $1,247,726.72 contingency) for West Thornhill Phase 4A storm sewer and sanitary sewer upgrades
• Approve Celebrate Markham 2021-22 grant program modifications, including virtual-only events and a one-time carry-forward of up to $256,000
• Approve 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements and receive KPMG audit findings report
• Approve $85,700 Provincial Fire Safety Grant for a live fire training facility

Council awarded two construction tenders for West Thornhill infrastructure: $4.26M to Direct Underground Inc. for storm sewer and watermain replacement (Phase 3B) and $12.48M to GFL Infrastructure Group for storm and sanitary sewer upgrades (Phase 4A), each with a 10% contingency. Council also approved the 2020 consolidated financial statements, a $85,700 provincial fire safety grant, and temporary modifications to the Celebrate Markham grant program for the 2021-22 cycle, including a focus on virtual events and a one-time carry-forward of up to $256,000 in unused community event funds. Additionally, Council confirmed the sale of surplus lands near Mobis Drive and appointed Councillor Andrew Keyes to the Rouge National Urban Park committee.

• Awarded $4.26M storm sewer/watermain contract to Direct Underground Inc. (carried)
• Awarded $12.48M sewer upgrade contract to GFL Infrastructure Group (carried)
• Approved 2020 consolidated financial statements (carried)
• Approved $85,700 provincial fire safety grant for live fire training facility (carried)
• Approved Celebrate Markham 2021-22 grant program with virtual-event focus and $256,000 carry-forward (carried as amended)
• Confirmed sale of surplus lands near Mobis Drive (carried)
• Appointed Councillor Andrew Keyes to Rouge National Urban Park committee (carried)
• Approved proclamations for Human Values Day, CRPS/RSD Awareness Day, Cherish Integrated Services Centre, and Organ and Tissue Donation Month (carried)

Markham Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Markham Sub-Committee meeting on April 20, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

The Markham Sub-Committee received a presentation and public deputations on the 10-20 Fincham Avenue development proposal, which was appealed to LPAT because the City missed its decision deadline. The committee voted to recommend that the Development Services Committee not endorse the application and that the applicant return with a more suitable proposal. The decision on the City's position at LPAT will be discussed in a confidential session.

• Received presentation on 10-20 Fincham Ave development (carried)
• Received deputations from 7 residents (carried)
• Received communications from Sheila Coleman and Derek Martin (carried)
• Recommended Development Services Committee not endorse the application (carried)
• Recommended applicant return with a more suitable application (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to discuss development applications, including a proposal for five high-rise towers at 7750 Bayview Avenue (Shouldice Hospital site) and a 179-townhouse project on Victoria Square Boulevard. The committee will also consider authorizing up to $10.1 million in development charge credits for infrastructure in the Berczy Glen community, and will receive reports on York Region's 2051 growth forecast and provincial Greenbelt expansion comments.

• Preliminary report for 5 high-rise apartment towers at 7750 Bayview Avenue (Shouldice Hospital), Ward 1
• Preliminary report for 179 townhouse units at 10978, 10988, 11030 Victoria Square Blvd, Ward 2
• Development charge credits up to $8,000,000 for Berczy Creek bridge and $1,476,960 for Warden Ave watermain
• Development charge credit of $639,904 to Mattamy for Elgin Mills Rd watermain
• 2021 Open Streets Markham program, including Main Street Unionville 'Slow Street' and Middlefield Rd closures

The Development Services Committee approved development charge credits and/or reimbursements totaling over $10 million to the Trustee of Berczy Glen Landowners Group Inc. and Mattamy (Berczy Glen) Limited for the construction of a bridge and watermains in the Berczy Glen community. The committee also received preliminary reports on two major development proposals: five high-rise towers at 7750 Bayview Avenue (Shouldice Hospital) and 179 townhouse units on Victoria Square Boulevard. Additionally, staff were directed to undertake public consultation on York Region's proposed 2051 population and employment forecast before reporting back to Council.

• Approved DC credits up to $8,000,000 for Berczy Glen North Bridge construction
• Approved DC credits up to $1,476,960 for Warden Avenue watermain
• Approved DC credits up to $639,904 for Elgin Mills Road watermain
• Received preliminary report for 5 high-rise towers at 7750 Bayview Ave (Shouldice Hospital)
• Received preliminary report for 179 townhouses at Victoria Square Blvd
• Directed staff to consult public on York Region 2051 forecast
• Forwarded Greenbelt consultation comments to province
• Appointed Councillor Isa Lee to Unionville Subcommittee

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to consider a plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment affecting two historic Sommerfeldt Houses at 10379 and 10411 Kennedy Road, with three options for their retention or relocation. The committee will also review several heritage permit applications, a proposed alteration to the Stiver House, a rebuild of a fire-damaged dwelling, a demolition request, and a redevelopment of an Esso station. Recommendations are advisory to the City.

• Plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for 10379 and 10411 Kennedy Road (Minotar Holdings Inc. and Hal-Van 5.5 Investments Ltd.) with three options for the Sommerfeldt Houses
• Proposed alteration of designated interior features at Stiver House, 206 Main Street, Unionville Heritage Conservation District
• Reconstruction of fire-damaged dwelling at 32 Colborne St., Thornhill Heritage Conservation District
• Demolition request for dwelling and garage at 32 Joseph Street, Markham Village Heritage Conservation District
• Redevelopment of Esso service station at 5965 Hwy. 7 E., Markham Village Heritage Conservation District

The Heritage Markham Committee supported the proposed removal of sections of interior plaster walls and historic baseboards at the Stiver House, 206 Main Street, to accommodate a potential retail tenant, with conditions that baseboards be removed in complete sections, protected and stored on site, and that alterations be documented with photos. The committee also supported the reconstruction design of the fire-damaged dwelling at 32 Colborne St. with conditions, deferred a decision on the demolition of 32 Joseph Street, and had no objection to the redevelopment of the Esso station at 5965 Hwy. 7 E. with design recommendations.

• Supported Stiver House interior wall/baseboard removal for retail (carried)
• No objection to 32 Colborne St. rebuild design with conditions (carried)
• Deferred 32 Joseph St. demolition decision to May 12, 2021 (carried)
• No objection to Esso station demolition and redevelopment with recommendations (carried)
• Deferred Kennedy Road subdivision/zoning item to May 12, 2021 (carried)
• Received delegated heritage permit approvals (carried)
• Received delegated building/sign permit approvals (carried)
• Adopted March 10, 2021 minutes (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Committee is holding an electronic public meeting to discuss a preliminary report on applications for an Official Plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment, and draft plan of subdivision. The proposal seeks to permit an eight-storey residential building at 55, 63 & 83 Helen Avenue in Ward 3. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Official Plan amendment application for 55, 63 & 83 Helen Avenue
• Zoning by-law amendment application for the same site
• Draft plan of subdivision for an eight-storey residential building
• File numbers: PLAN 19 137397 and SU/ZA 17 135415
• Public meeting held electronically due to COVID-19

The Development Services Public Meeting received deputations and written submissions on Digram Developments' application for a 10-storey residential building at 55, 63, and 83 Helen Avenue. The application was referred back to staff for a report and recommendation, with no decision made. Concerns raised included height, density, traffic, and safety.

• Received deputations from Alick Sui, Alan Kan, and Naline Ya
• Received written submissions from six residents
• Referred application back to staff for report and recommendation

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on April 7, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Committee is holding a public meeting to receive preliminary reports on two proposed high-rise residential developments. The first is a mixed-use high-rise at Warden Avenue and Cedarland Drive, and the second is a 32-storey student residence near Enterprise Boulevard and Bill Crothers Drive. No final decisions are being made; the reports are for information and public input.

• Preliminary report for Lifetime 8200 Warden Avenue GP Inc.: Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments, plus draft plan of subdivision for a high-rise residential mixed-use development at the southwest corner of Cedarland Drive and Warden Avenue, Markham Centre (Ward 8), File No. PLAN 20 123292.
• Preliminary report for Rockport (Unionville) Inc.: Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments to permit a 32-storey student residence north of Enterprise Boulevard, west side of Bill Crothers Drive, Markham Centre (Ward 3), File No. PLAN 20 129430.

The Development Services Public Meeting received public input on a proposed high-rise mixed-use development at Cedarland Drive and Warden Avenue, then referred the application back to staff for further review. The committee also approved a 32-storey student residence north of Enterprise Boulevard, directing staff to finalize the required official plan and zoning by-law amendments.

• Referred the Lifetime 8200 Warden Avenue development application back to staff for a report and recommendation.
• Approved the Rockport (Unionville) Inc. application for a 32-storey student residence, directing staff to finalize and enact the amendments.
• Received deputations and written submissions regarding the Lifetime development.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:31 PM.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to consider awarding two large construction contracts for storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain work in West Thornhill, along with a development charges background study update and a grant program status update. The committee will also receive York Region communications and discuss a proposed Tamil memorial monument.

• Award Tender 003-T-21 to Direct Underground Inc. for $4,263,945.97 (plus $426,394.60 contingency) for West Thornhill Phase 3B storm sewer and watermain replacement
• Award Tender 004-T-21 to GFL Infrastructure Group for $12,477,267.18 (plus $1,247,726.72 contingency) for West Thornhill Phase 4A storm sewer and sanitary sewer upgrades
• Receive Development Charges December 31, 2020 reserve balances and annual activity report
• Receive Development Charges Background Study Update presentation
• Notice of motion for a Tamil memorial monument in a Ward 7 park

The General Committee approved two construction tenders for West Thornhill: $4.26M to Direct Underground Inc. for storm sewer and watermain replacement (Phase 3B) and $12.48M to GFL Infrastructure Group for storm and sanitary sewer upgrades (Phase 4A), each with a 10% contingency. The committee also received York Region communications, confirmed previous minutes, and appointed a sub-committee to review development charges. A motion to build a Tamil memorial monument was introduced for a future meeting.

• Approved $4,263,945.97 contract to Direct Underground Inc. for West Thornhill Phase 3B storm sewer and watermain replacement, plus $426,394.60 contingency.
• Approved $12,477,267.18 contract to GFL Infrastructure Group for West Thornhill Phase 4A storm and sanitary sewer upgrades, plus $1,247,726.72 contingency.
• Confirmed minutes of the March 22, 2021 General Committee meeting.
• Received York Region communications on Regional Official Plan, 2051 Forecast, Bradford Bypass, and GTA West Corridor.
• Received development charges reserve balances and annual activity report as required by the Development Charges Act.
• Appointed a sub-committee to review development charges and scheduled an information session.
• Received Celebrate Markham Grant Program update and directed staff to provide an updated memo with options for the April 20, 2021 Council meeting.
• Introduced a notice of motion for a Tamil memorial monument, to be considered at the April 26, 2021 meeting.

Council Meeting

Markham City Council is meeting to adopt reports from its committees, including a recommendation to approve a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 12 townhouses at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd (Ward 2). Council will also consider contract extensions, a pool restoration project, and several by-laws. The meeting includes routine items like adopting previous minutes and receiving proclamations.

• Approve zoning and subdivision for 12 townhouses at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd (Ward 2)
• Extend janitorial cleaning contract with National Cleaning Contractors for 1 year, $441,587.24 (pre-COVID) plus $171,088.60 for COVID-19 services
• Establish capital project for Thornlea Pool Restoration at $2,307,412 funded from Lifecycle Reserve
• Award $89,511.25 contract to WSCS Consulting Inc. for expansion of Administrative Monetary Penalties System
• Adopt by-laws 2021-21 to 2021-24 and 2021-26

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 12 townhouses at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd (Ward 2), with conditions. Council also extended the janitorial cleaning contract with National Cleaning Contractors for one year and approved a $2.3M Thornlea Pool Restoration project. Two motions objecting to provisions in provincial Bill 257 were carried.

• Approved zoning amendment and draft plan for 12 townhouses at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd (By-law 2021-26)
• Extended janitorial cleaning contract with National Cleaning Contractors for one year, $441,587.24 plus $171,088.60 for COVID-19 cleaning
• Approved $2,307,412 capital project for Thornlea Pool Restoration, funded from Lifecycle Reserve
• Approved $110,000 capital project for AMPS expansion, with $89,511.25 contract awarded to WSCS Consulting Inc.
• Approved motion objecting to Bill 257 provisions on rights-of-way and Minister's Zoning Orders
• Approved re-appointments to Canada Celebration Organizing Committee and appointments to Heintzman House and Box Grove Community Centre Boards
• Appointed Michelle Brady and Aly Daya to Markham Village BIA board
• Authorized City Solicitor to appear before LPAT for appeal by Development Group (100 SAW) Inc.

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is reviewing several development applications, including a proposed 840-unit subdivision, townhouse projects, and a mid-rise mixed-use building. The committee will also consider endorsing new public notice templates for development applications and receive minutes from various advisory committees. Most items are preliminary reports or updates, with one recommendation report seeking site plan approval.

• Preliminary report for 840 dwelling units (760 ground-related, 80 mixed-use) east of Kennedy Road north of Major Mackenzie Drive (Ward 6)
• Recommendation report to endorse site plan for mid-rise mixed-use building at 4077 and 4101 Highway 7, Markham Centre (Ward 3), with up to 331 units of servicing allocation
• Preliminary report for 31 three-storey townhouses at 7647 Kennedy Road (Ward 8)
• Preliminary report for 12 townhouses at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd (Ward 2)
• Endorsement of new development application public notice templates (Appendix B and C)

The committee endorsed in principle a site plan for a mid-rise mixed-use residential building at 4077 and 4101 Highway 7, with approval delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design. Up to 331 units of servicing allocation were assigned. Several preliminary reports for other developments were received, and a confidential litigation matter was referred to Council.

• Endorsed in principle site plan for mid-rise mixed-use building at 4077 & 4101 Highway 7 (carried)
• Delegated site plan approval to Director of Planning and Urban Design (carried)
• Assigned up to 331 units of servicing allocation for SPC 20 112580 (carried)
• Received preliminary report for 31 townhouses at 7647 Kennedy Road (carried)
• Received preliminary report for 2-storey industrial building at 5560 14th Avenue (carried)
• Received preliminary report for ~840 dwelling units east of Kennedy Road north of Major Mackenzie (carried)
• Endorsed new development application public notice signs (carried)
• Referred confidential LPAT appeal matter to Council (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

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Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting will hear a preliminary report on applications for a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment by Kennedy MM Markham Ltd. for residential and mixed-use development at 10537 Kennedy Road (Ward 6). The meeting is live-streamed and open for public input.

• Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment by Kennedy MM Markham Ltd.
• Residential and mixed-use development at 10537 Kennedy Road (Ward 6)
• File # PLAN-20-129597 (10.7, 10.5)
• Public meeting with deputations and reports

The Development Services Public Meeting received a deputation and discussed a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment by Kennedy MM Markham Ltd. for 10537 Kennedy Road, proposing 401 residential units, a park, school block, mixed-use block, stormwater facility, and road network. The application was referred back to staff for a report and recommendation; no final decision was made.

• Received deputation by Hayden Poon on the development proposal
• Received the record of the public meeting
• Referred the draft plan and zoning amendment applications back to staff for report and recommendation
• Authorized staff to implement the resolution

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is receiving a presentation on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update and considering releasing the Preliminary Concept for public and stakeholder comment. This is the main substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update presentation by Stephen Lue and John Gladki
• Proposed release of Preliminary Concept for public and stakeholder comment
• Item postponed from February 8, 2021 meeting

The committee received a presentation on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update and voted to release the preliminary concept for public and stakeholder comment. The concept will inform the draft development plan. Several developers and residents raised concerns about density, height, and other issues during the meeting.

• Received presentation on Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update
• Released preliminary concept for public and stakeholder comment
• Authorized staff to implement the resolution

General Committee Meeting

Markham's General Committee will hear a Metrolinx presentation on the Yonge North Subway Extension and consider a $2.3 million Thornlea Pool restoration project. The committee will also vote on several consent items, including a janitorial contract extension and a water quality report. Several items are routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Metrolinx presentation on Yonge North Subway Extension
• Thornlea Pool restoration capital project: $2,307,412 funded from Lifecycle Reserve
• Janitorial cleaning services contract extension with National Cleaning Contractors: $441,587.24 (2021-2022) plus $171,088.60 for COVID-19 cleaning
• Amendment to By-Law 2013-113 to delegate authority to convey easements to Alectra
• Transfer Payment Agreement for Provincial Audit and Accountability Fund: $110,000 for AMPS expansion, contract to WSCS Consulting Inc. for $89,511.25

The General Committee received Metrolinx's presentation on the Yonge North Subway Extension and heard deputations from residents opposing the proposed routing alignment. The Committee scheduled an evening Special Development Services Meeting within three weeks for further public consultation and directed staff and Metrolinx to provide information and presentations on the design. The meeting was held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Received Metrolinx's presentation on the Yonge North Subway Extension.
• Received deputations from residents and the Royal Orchard Rate Payers Association opposing the proposed routing alignment.
• Scheduled an evening Special Development Services Meeting within three weeks for further public consultation on the subway extension.
• Directed staff and Metrolinx to provide information and deliver presentations on the design of the subway extension.
• Approved a one-year extension of the janitorial cleaning services contract with National Cleaning Contractors, including additional COVID-19 cleaning services.
• Approved a $2,307,412 capital project for the 2021-2022 Thornlea Pool Restoration, funded from the Lifecycle Reserve.
• Authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province for the expansion of the Administrative Monetary Penalties System (AMPS), funded at $110,000.
• Approved amending By-Law 2013-113 to delegate authority to convey easements to Alectra Utilities Corporation.

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on March 18, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee unanimously passed a motion urging Markham Council to direct staff to award the contract for the John Street Multi-Use Path and promptly begin construction, noting that $1M in provincial funding would be lost if the project is not substantially completed in 2021. The committee also received the Shared Pathways Position Paper and discussed updates on various active transportation projects, including the Active Transportation Master Plan and traffic calming measures.

• Approved minutes from February 18, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Received the Shared Pathways (MUP/MUT) vs. Separated Pathways/Tracks Position Paper dated February 2021.
• Passed unanimously a motion urging Markham Council to award the John St MUP contract and commence construction promptly, to be raised at General Committee on March 22, 2021.
• Discussed updates on the Active Transportation Master Plan, with a report expected at DSC next month.
• Noted that the Rouge Valley Trail crossing at Kennedy will not start construction until summer 2022 due to COVID-19.
• Discussed traffic calming on Avoca Drive (edge lines to be installed this year) and Caboto Trail (under review).
• Proposed creation of a Winter Pedestrian Sub-Committee to review slip and fall issues.
• Discussed potential funding for Markham from the National Active Transportation Strategy ($400M allocated by Government of Canada).

Animal Care Committee

This agenda for the Markham Animal Care Committee meeting on March 17, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

The Animal Care Committee approved the February 17, 2021 minutes with a typographical correction. Members discussed the animal services program update, including the ongoing closure of the Cat Adoption & Education Centre due to COVID-19, and the postponement of the fundraising cookbook until in-person meetings resume. The committee also discussed potential risks of a 'home-to-home' pet service, and agreed to investigate further. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved the February 17, 2021 minutes as amended (corrected a typographical error).
• Deleted the action item regarding Animal Services Officers installing the Pet Hero App from the Action Items List.
• Agreed to contact school boards to explore wildlife-related activities for children.
• Agreed to invite Michael Mesure of FLAP Canada to a future meeting to present on bird safety.
• Agreed to contact Shades of Hope for bird-related materials.
• Agreed to confirm from the Clerks Office the protocol for inviting Councillors to a future meeting.
• Agreed to contact Cathy Duncan to investigate the 'Home To Home' pet service and report back.
• Agreed that June will update and annotate inconsistencies on pet licensing web pages.

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee will consider a plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for the Sommerfeldt Houses at 10379 and 10411 Kennedy Road, with options to retain them in place or relocate them. The committee will also review several heritage permit applications and site plan applications for properties in heritage conservation districts, and receive updates on heritage projects and awards.

• Plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for Sommerfeldt Houses, 10379 and 10411 Kennedy Road (File PLAN 20 133038)
• Heritage permits approved by staff: 12 Wismer Place, 109 Main St., 15 Colborne St., 193 Main St.
• Building permits approved by staff: 298 Main St., 7711 Yonge St., 7681 Yonge St., 7651 9th Line, 16 Colborne St.
• Site plan for rear addition at 29 Jerman Street (SPC 20 132562)
• Site plan for two-storey addition at 1 Peter St. (SPC 21 108254)

The Heritage Markham Committee deferred a decision on the proposed relocation of the two Sommerfeldt heritage houses at 10379 and 10411 Kennedy Road to its April 14, 2021 meeting, after failing to pass two motions that would have allowed the relocation to a mixed-use block. The committee asked the applicant to return with more information on why the houses need to be moved. The committee also approved several heritage permits and site plan applications, including a rear addition at 29 Jerman Street and a two-storey addition at 1 Peter Street.

• Deferred the item on the Sommerfeldt Houses relocation to the April 14, 2021 meeting.
• Lost a motion to allow relocation of the Sommerfeldt Houses to Block 'A' for non-residential uses.
• Lost a motion to allow relocation of the Sommerfeldt Houses to Block 'A' for residential use.
• Approved the minutes of the February 10, 2021 meeting, as amended.
• Approved the delegated heritage permits for 12 Wismer Place, 109 Main St., 15 Colborne St., and 193 Main St.
• Approved the delegated building/sign permits for 298 Main St. U., 7711 Yonge St., 7681 Yonge St., 7651 9th Line, and 16 Colborne St.
• Approved the site plan for the rear addition at 29 Jerman Street, with no heritage objection.
• Approved the site plan for the two-storey addition and garage at 1 Peter Street, with no heritage objection.

Council Meeting

Markham City Council is meeting to adopt reports from the Development Services and General Committees, including the 2020 year-end financial results. Council will decide on allocating a $7.60M net operations surplus and a $2.21M COVID-19 variance, establish a COVID-19 Reserve, and approve a development charge deferral for a local church. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting previous minutes, proclamations, and by-laws.

• 2020 year-end results: $7.60M net operations surplus allocated to reserves and capital fund
• COVID-19 Reserve established from Safe Restart Agreement funding; $2.21M COVID variance allocated
• Development charge deferral for St. Mary and St. Samuel Coptic Orthodox Church (up to 3 years)
• By-law 2021-19 to stop up and close a portion of Enterprise Boulevard
• Heritage Markham Committee Terms of Reference and By-law (2021) adoption

Council received the 2020 Year-End Review of Operations and approved the allocation of a $2.21M COVID-19 net favourable variance, with $1.30M set aside for future tax adjustments and $0.91M transferred to a new COVID-19 Reserve. The $7.60M net operations favourable variance was transferred to replenish the Corporate Rate Stabilization Reserve and the Life Cycle Capital Replacement and Capital Reserve Fund. Council also approved a development charge deferral for the St. Mary and St. Samuel The Confessor Coptic Orthodox Church, and enacted By-law 2021-18 updating the Heritage Markham Committee's terms of reference. A motion to allow a deputation on library closures was lost.

• Adopted the minutes of the February 23, 2021 Council meeting.
• Approved the 2020 Year-End Results of Operations, establishing a COVID-19 Reserve and allocating the $2.21M COVID-19 variance and $7.60M operations variance as specified.
• Supported the Franklin Carmichael Park Multi-Purpose Outdoor Hard Surface project for the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative Round One submission.
• Approved a development charge deferral for the St. Mary and St. Samuel The Confessor Coptic Orthodox Church, with terms including a three-year deferral and waived fees.
• Enacted By-law 2021-18 regarding the mandate and operation of the City's Municipal Heritage Committee.
• Enacted By-law 2021-19 to stop up and close a portion of Enterprise Boulevard.
• Approved a confidential report on 'Reporting out of Lease - 7100 Birchmount Road'.
• Lost a motion to waive rules to allow a deputation on library closures.

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to receive preliminary reports on three development applications: six high-rise apartment buildings on South Park Road, a high-density mixed-use development at 8500 Warden Avenue, and a mixed-use development with two 24-storey residential buildings and a four-storey office building on Highway 7. The committee will also consider minutes from its previous meeting and from the Friends of the Markham Museum Board, including a recommendation to transfer trust funds.

• Preliminary report for six high-rise apartment buildings on South Park Road, south of Highway 7 (Ward 8)
• Preliminary report for high-density mixed-use development at 8500 Warden Avenue, Markham Centre (Ward 8)
• Preliminary report for mixed-use development with two 24-storey residential buildings and a four-storey office building on Highway 7, east of Rodick Road (Ward 2)
• Minutes of the Friends of the Markham Museum Board meeting of December 9, 2020, including a recommendation to transfer trust funds
• Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2021 Development Services Committee meeting

The Development Services Committee received preliminary reports for three large development applications: six high-rise buildings on South Park Road, a high-density mixed-use development at 8500 Warden Avenue, and two 24-storey residential buildings plus a four-storey office building on Highway 7. All reports were received as information, with statutory public meetings to be scheduled later. The committee also endorsed transferring control of trust funds from the Markham Historical Society to the Friends of the Markham Museum.

• Received preliminary report for Times Group's six high-rise apartment buildings on South Park Road (carried)
• Received preliminary report for Hilton Markham Suites Hotel's mixed-use development at 8500 Warden Avenue (carried)
• Received preliminary report for Dorsay Development's two 24-storey residential buildings and office on Highway 7 (carried)
• Endorsed transfer of trust funds from Markham Historical Society to Friends of the Markham Museum (carried)
• Approved minutes of February 22, 2021 meeting (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting received deputations and written submissions on a proposal by 2310601 Ontario Inc. for a 1,136-unit independent living retirement home at 3912 and 3928 Highway 7 East. No decision was made; the applications were referred back to staff for a report and recommendation. The meeting was procedural, with no approvals or denials.

• Received deputations from seven speakers on the retirement home proposal.
• Received 14 written submissions regarding the proposal.
• Referred the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications back to staff for a report and recommendation.
• Authorized staff to do all things necessary to give effect to the resolution.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to discuss financial results, including allocating a $2.21M COVID-19 favourable variance and a $7.60M operations variance, and to consider a development charge deferral request for a daycare conversion at a church. The agenda also includes presentations on recreation and culture services, and a request for additional funding for Box Grove Community Park.

• 2020 Year-End Results: $2.21M COVID-19 favourable variance allocated ($1.30M for tax adjustments, $0.91M to new COVID-19 Reserve)
• $7.60M net operations favourable variance transferred to reserves and capital fund
• Development charge deferral not recommended for 9377 McCowan Road daycare conversion by St. Mary and St. Samuel Coptic Orthodox Church
• Box Grove Community Park additional funding required
• Canada Healthy Communities Initiative presentation, including proposed projects like South Markham Food Forest and Rail Bridge Artwork

The General Committee approved establishing a COVID-19 Reserve from Safe Restart Agreement funding and allocated the City's 2020 COVID-19 net favourable variance of $2.21M, with $1.30M for future tax adjustments and $0.91M to the new reserve. The Committee also approved a development charge deferral for a church-run daycare at 9377 McCowan Road, waiving fees and interest, and supported the Franklin Carmichael Park Multi-Purpose Outdoor Hard Surface project as the City's Round One submission to the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative. The meeting was held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Approved establishing COVID-19 Reserve from Safe Restart Agreement funding
• Allocated $2.21M COVID-19 net favourable variance: $1.30M for tax adjustments, $0.91M to COVID-19 Reserve
• Transferred $7.60M net operations favourable variance to reserves and capital fund
• Approved development charge deferral for St. Mary and St. Samuel Coptic Orthodox Church daycare conversion, waiving fees and interest
• Directed staff to review Development Charges for not-for-profit daycares in by-law review
• Supported Franklin Carmichael Park Multi-Purpose Outdoor Hard Surface as City's Round One Canada Healthy Communities Initiative submission
• Received 2020 Year-End Results of Operations report
• Received Recreation and Culture Services financial and programs updates

Council Meeting

Markham City Council is meeting to adopt reports from the General Committee and Development Services Committee. Key decisions include extending the school crossing guard contract for one year at $718,753.65 and awarding a contract for a parking enforcement e-ticketing and payment solution to Groupe Techna Inc. Council will also consider the Destination Markham Corporation 2021 business plan and budget, and receive an update on winter activities on ponds, including recreational use of natural ice at Toogood Pond.

• Extend school crossing guard contract with Staffing Services Inc. for one year, $718,753.65
• Award parking enforcement e-ticketing contract to Groupe Techna Inc., $210,996.28 plus $385,073.44 for 9-year software/support
• Approve Destination Markham Corporation 2021 budget up to $1,236,000
• Receive update on winter activities on ponds, including Toogood Pond natural ice use
• Approve confidential items including board appointments and UBIA board member

Council approved a one-year extension of the school crossing guard contract with Staffing Services Inc. for $718,753.65, waiving the tendering process. It also awarded a contract to Groupe Techna Inc. for a parking enforcement e-ticketing and payment solution, including implementation and ongoing support costs. Council approved Destination Markham Corporation's 2021 business plan and budget of up to $1,236,000. Regarding winter activities on ponds, Council directed staff to explore developing 3-4 key skating surfaces and review areas like Milne Pond, but did not approve allowing activities on natural ice.

• Approved one-year extension of school crossing guard contract with Staffing Services Inc. for $718,753.65, waiving tendering.
• Awarded contract 102-R-20 for parking enforcement e-ticketing and payment solution to Groupe Techna Inc. for $210,996.28, plus contingency and support costs.
• Approved Destination Markham Corporation 2021 Business Plan and Budget up to $1,236,000.
• Directed staff to explore developing 3-4 potential key skating surfaces and review areas like Milne Pond for winter activities.
• Adopted previous council minutes from February 9, 2021.
• Approved appointments to Heintzman House Community Centre Board, Race Relations Committee, and Main Street Unionville BIA Board.
• Received resignations from Friends of the Markham Museum and UBIA boards with regret.
• Enacted By-law 2021-17 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee approved the Destination Markham Corporation 2021 Business Plan and Budget, with a maximum budget of $1,236,000. The committee also received several preliminary reports and directed staff to hold statutory public meetings for two development applications. A recommendation report for 10-20 Fincham Inc. was postponed after deputations in opposition.

• Approved Destination Markham Corporation 2021 Business Plan and Budget (max $1,236,000)
• Directed staff to hold statutory public meeting for Rockport (Unionville) Inc. student residence application
• Directed staff to hold statutory public meeting for Lifetime 8200 Warden Avenue GP Inc. mixed-use development
• Received preliminary report for Kennedy MM Markham Ltd. subdivision application at 10537 Kennedy Road
• Postponed decision on 10-20 Fincham Inc. townhouse and semi-detached application
• Approved Heritage Markham Committee Terms of Reference and By-law (2021)
• Received Highway 7 BRT update presentation from York Region Rapid Transit Corporation
• Directed staff to report on winter activities on ponds at February 23, 2021 Council meeting

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on 2021-02-18 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

The Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee heard presentations on York Region's 15-minute walkable community model and discussed potential open streets and slow streets initiatives, including a weekly Sunday closure on select roads. No formal decisions were made; the committee provided feedback and requested updates on several projects, including the John Street Multi-Use Pathway and Huntington Trail Foot Bridge.

• Approved agenda as amended, deferring item 7.1 and adding item 7.8 (carried)
• Approved minutes from January 21, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Deferred School Safety Information Presentation until further notice
• Requested staff update on John Street Multi-Use Pathway at next meeting
• Requested staff consultation on Huntington Trail Foot Bridge plans
• Noted Bike Share Sub-Committee concluded city lacks funding for bike share, focusing on Markham Cycles expansion

Animal Care Committee

This agenda contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no decisions or discussions listed.

The Animal Care Committee voted unanimously not to support the Pet Hero App initiative at this time, after discussion. They also approved the January 20, 2021 minutes with an amendment, and deferred the Cookbook project to the first in-person meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved January 20, 2021 minutes as amended (carried)
• Unanimously agreed not to support Pet Hero App initiative
• Deferred Cookbook project to first in-person meeting (carried)

General Committee Meeting

Markham's General Committee is meeting to consider routine approvals, including extending a school crossing guard contract and awarding a parking enforcement e-ticketing system contract. The agenda also includes receiving York Region communications on housing and environmental items, and discussing a Canada Healthy Communities Initiative grant application.

• Extend school crossing guard contract with Staffing Services Inc. for one year, $718,753.65 inclusive of HST
• Award contract 102-R-20 for parking enforcement e-ticketing and payment solution to Groupe Techna Inc., $210,996.28 inclusive of HST, plus $385,073.44 for 9 years of software and support
• Receive York Region communications on Blue Box program transition, Rapid Housing Initiative, and Regional Official Plan housing update
• Discuss Canada Healthy Communities Initiative, authorizing submission of one project in each of two rounds
• Receive minutes from Environmental Advisory, Race Relations, and Public Library Board committees

The General Committee awarded a contract for a parking enforcement e-ticketing and payment solution to Groupe Techna Inc. The contract includes one-time costs of $210,996.28, a contingency of $21,099.63, and a 10-month staff position at $104,032.82. A 9-year software license and support contract worth $385,073.44 was also approved. The committee also extended the school crossing guard contract with Staffing Services Inc. for one year at $718,753.65.

• Awarded parking enforcement e-ticketing contract to Groupe Techna Inc. ($210,996.28)
• Approved $21,099.63 contingency for parking enforcement project
• Authorized 10-month staff hire for project implementation ($104,032.82)
• Approved 9-year software license/support contract with Groupe Techna Inc. ($385,073.44)
• Extended school crossing guard contract with Staffing Services Inc. for one year ($718,753.65)
• Forwarded Optional Small Business Subclass report to Region, expressing disappointment over missing provincial regulations
• Authorized submission of one project per round to Canada Healthy Communities Initiative
• Received staff-awarded contracts report for January 2021

Development Services Public Meeting

This is a public meeting of Markham's Development Services Committee to receive a preliminary report on applications by Springhill Homes Inc. for an Official Plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment to permit two high-rise apartment buildings at 7128, 7170, and 7186 Highway 7 East (Ward 5). The committee will hear deputations and discuss the proposal; no final decision is being made at this meeting.

• Preliminary report on OPA and ZBLA applications by Springhill Homes Inc.
• Proposal: two high-rise apartment buildings at 7128, 7170, 7186 Highway 7 East
• Ward 5 location
• File PLN 20 119576
• Public deputations are part of the agenda

The Development Services Public Meeting received public input on Spring Hill Homes Inc.'s application for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments to permit two high-rise apartment buildings at 7128, 7170, and 7186 Highway 7 East. No decision was made; the application was referred back to staff for a report and recommendation. Concerns raised included building height, traffic, parking, heritage resources, and community services.

• Received 20 written submissions opposing the Spring Hill Homes proposal
• Received deputations from Melissa Ramrup, Chris Yung, and Ken Zhi
• Referred the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment applications (File PLAN 20 119576) back to staff for a report and recommendation

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review heritage permit applications, variance requests, and a major redevelopment proposal for 7750 Bayview Avenue (the McCullagh Estate/Shouldice Hospital site). The committee will consider recommendations on heritage protections for the property, including designation, easements, and conservation plans. It will also discuss several smaller applications in Markham Village, including a secondary suite at 19 George Street and a new dwelling at 14 Ramona Boulevard.

• 7750 Bayview Avenue: comments on Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for high-density development, recommending heritage designation and conservation conditions
• 19 George Street: no objection to variances for a secondary suite in the Wilson-Freel House basement
• 50 George Street: revised variance for residential addition, no objection subject to minor architectural changes and tree preservation
• 14 Ramona Boulevard: no objection to severance and variances for a new dwelling, with conditions on design and fencing
• Heritage permits approved by staff for 16 and 38 Colborne Street, Toogood Pond, and 10 Heritage Corner's Lane

The Heritage Markham Committee approved a recommendation outlining conditions for the proposed high-density development at 7750 Bayview Avenue (McCullagh Estate/Shouldice Hospital), including heritage designation of key features and a heritage easement. The committee also approved no-objection recommendations for a secondary suite at 19 George Street and a residential addition at 50 George Street. It declined to pursue hosting the 2023 or 2024 Ontario Heritage Conference.

• Approved conditions for 7750 Bayview Ave redevelopment, including heritage designation of Main House, Gate House, Stable Building, Gardener's Cottage, Forecourt, Formal Gardens, Stone Gates and Pillars, Pomona Creek Valley lands, and Curvilinear Driveway
• Approved no objection to variances for secondary suite at 19 George Street (A/007/21)
• Approved no objection to revised variance and addition design at 50 George Street (SPC 20 134828, A/130/20)
• Approved no objection to severance and variances at 14 Ramona Boulevard (B/07/18, A/95/18, A/96/18) with conditions
• Received deputations on 7750 Bayview Ave from Valerie Burke, Adam Birrell (SPOHT), Roman Komarov, Peter Kwantes, and Joan Honsberger
• Received information on delegated heritage permits and building permits
• Agreed not to pursue hosting 2023 or 2024 Ontario Heritage Conference
• Agreed to start meetings at 7:00 PM while held via Zoom

Council Meeting

Markham Council is deciding on several development and contract items, including comments on a Minister's Zoning Order request by Flato Developments for residential development at 5474 and 5662 19th Avenue, and a similar request by Mon Sheong Foundation for a long-term care facility at 36 Apple Creek Boulevard. The agenda also includes approvals for zoning and subdivision applications, a design contract increase, and multiple service contracts.

• Flato Developments MZO request for residential development at 5474 and 5662 19th Avenue (Ward 6)
• Mon Sheong Foundation MZO request for long-term care facility at 36 Apple Creek Boulevard (Ward 2)
• Leporis Construction zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision at 2705 and 2755 Elgin Mills Road East for employment uses
• Victoria Square Boulevard design contract increase by $371,943.33 to Ainley & Associates
• Award of Lucity EAM software contract to CentralSquare Canada Software for $992,083.68

Council voted 8-5 to support Flato Developments Inc.'s Minister's Zoning Order request for residential development at 5474 and 5662 19th Avenue, permitting 219 single-detached dwellings, 197 townhouses, 200 purpose-built rental units, and two parks, subject to conditions including additional parkland and affordable rental units. Council also approved a $992,083.68 contract to CentralSquare Canada for an enterprise asset management system, and supported a Mon Sheong Foundation MZO request for a long-term care facility at 36 Apple Creek Boulevard in a 12-1 recorded vote.

• Supported Flato Developments MZO request for 19th Avenue residential development (8-5)
• Approved $992,083.68 contract to CentralSquare Canada for Lucity EAM software
• Supported Mon Sheong Foundation MZO request for long-term care facility at 36 Apple Creek Blvd (12-1)
• Approved Leporis Construction zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision at 2705/2755 Elgin Mills Rd E
• Approved $371,943.33 purchase order increase for Victoria Square Boulevard design
• Approved amendments to Site Alteration By-law 2011-232 and AMPS By-law 2016-84
• Approved all-way stop at South Park Road and Saddle Creek Drive
• Approved $295,250 electrical services contract to three bidders

Development Services Committee Meeting

The committee approved supporting Flato Developments' Minister's Zoning Order request for 5474 and 5662 19th Avenue, allowing 219 single-detached homes, 197 townhouses, and 200 rental apartments, subject to conditions including extra parkland, affordable units, and site plan control. It also supported Mon Sheong Foundation's MZO request for a long-term care facility at 36 Apple Creek Boulevard, requiring a future site plan approval and adding a condition about residential units. A motion to hold a community meeting before supporting the Flato MZO was lost.

• Approved support for Flato MZO at 5474/5662 19th Ave with conditions (carried)
• Approved support for Mon Sheong MZO at 36 Apple Creek Blvd with conditions (carried)
• Lost motion to hold community meeting before Flato MZO decision
• Lost motion to hold community meeting before Mon Sheong MZO decision
• Postponed Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update presentation
• Referred confidential item on 69 Robinson Street LPAT appeal to Council

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on February 3, 2021, contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. There are no listed applications, public hearings, or decisions to report.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to consider several contract awards, including a $992,083.68 software implementation deal and contracts for electrical and fire safety services. The committee will also review the city's 2020 investment performance and receive communications from York Region. Most items are consent or regular reports for approval.

• Award of Proposal 054-R-20 to CentralSquare Canada Software for $992,083.68 (plus $922,574.85 for 10-year support) for Lucity Enterprise Asset Management software
• Award of Contract #195-R-20 for electrical services to Aps Electric, Holley Electric Ltd., and Igman Electric Ltd. (estimated $295,250/year)
• Award of Contract #221-T-20 for fire and life safety system inspection to Onyx-Fire Protection Services Inc. (estimated $101,545.23/year)
• Receive 2020 Investment Performance Review report
• Receive York Region communications on complete communities and Highway 48 transfer request

The General Committee approved several contracts, including a $992,083.68 contract to CentralSquare Canada Software for Lucity Enterprise Asset Management software, plus a 10-year support agreement. It also awarded electrical services and fire safety inspection contracts. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved $992,083.68 contract to CentralSquare Canada for Lucity EAM software (carried)
• Approved $922,574.85 10-year support contract to CentralSquare Canada (carried)
• Awarded electrical services contract to Aps Electric, Holley Electric, and Igman Electric (carried)
• Awarded fire and life safety inspection contract to Onyx-Fire Protection Services (carried)

Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to adopt reports from the General and Development Services Committees, including a request to demolish the William Clarry House at 12 Imperial College Lane, subject to a $200,000 contribution to the Heritage Preservation Account and other conditions. Council will also vote on several by-laws, including zoning and parking amendments, and will discuss comments on provincial planning authority. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval, proclamations, and a liquor licence application.

• Demolition of William Clarry House, 12 Imperial College Lane (formerly 9900 Markham Road), with $200,000 to Heritage Preservation Account
• By-law 2021-6: Zoning amendment for residential subdivision at 3319 Elgin Mills Road East and 10521 Woodbine Avenue
• By-law 2021-2: Speed limit reduction to 40 km/h on specific streets
• By-law 2021-8 and 2021-9: Amendments to heritage designations for Briarwood Farm-James McLean House and Eckardt-Stiver House
• Emerald Ash Borer program completion: $111,682 returned to reserve

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is deciding on several development applications, including a large mixed-use project at 0 Anderson Avenue, a 12-townhouse subdivision, and an employment lands subdivision. It will also consider a demolition request for a heritage house, traffic stop signs, and amendments to site alteration and penalty by-laws.

• Endorse in principle site plan for 524 apartment units and 12 townhouses at 0 Anderson Avenue (Ward 5)
• Support demolition of William Clarry House at 12 Imperial College Lane with $200,000 heritage compensation
• Approve zoning and subdivision for 12 townhouses at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd (Ward 2)
• Approve zoning and subdivision for employment uses at 2705 and 2755 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 2)
• Increase purchase order for Victoria Square Boulevard design by $371,943.33

The Development Services Committee approved several development applications, including the demolition of the heritage William Clarry House with conditions, a mixed-use high-density development at 0 Anderson Avenue, and a 12-townhouse subdivision at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd. The committee also approved amendments to the Site Alteration By-law and increased funding for the Victoria Square Boulevard design. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved demolition of William Clarry House with $200,000 heritage compensation and parkette (carried)
• Endorsed mixed-use high-density development at 0 Anderson Avenue, 524 apartments + 12 townhouses (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment and draft plan for 12 townhouses at 10165 Victoria Square Blvd (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment and draft plan for employment uses at 2705/2755 Elgin Mills Rd E (carried)
• Increased Victoria Square Blvd design purchase order by $371,943.33 (carried)
• Approved amendments to Site Alteration By-law 2011-232 and AMPS By-law 2016-84 (carried)
• Approved all-way stop at South Park Road & Saddle Creek Drive, $1,000 cost (carried)
• Approved revised Street and Park Name Reserve List (carried)

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on January 21, 2021 contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on January 20, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed.

Animal Care Committee

This agenda for the Markham Animal Care Committee meeting on January 20, 2021, contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive agenda items. There are no listed decisions, discussions, or attachments. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

• No substantive agenda items listed
• No reports, contracts, or motions identified
• Meeting appears to be procedural only

General Committee Meeting

Markham's General Committee meets to approve prior minutes, receive York Region's 2021 water and wastewater user rates, and review staff-awarded contracts from November and December 2020. Presentations cover the Trees for Tomorrow Program's three-year plan and the final update on the Emerald Ash Borer program, including returning $111,682 in remaining funds to a reserve. The agenda also includes confidential items on appointments and land acquisition.

• 2021 Water and Wastewater User Rates from York Region
• Staff awarded contracts for November and December 2020
• Trees for Tomorrow Program three-year plan 2019-2021
• Emerald Ash Borer program final update; $111,682 returned to Life Cycle Replacement and Capital Reserve
• Confidential items: committee minutes, board appointments, land acquisition

The General Committee received a report on staff-awarded contracts for November and December 2020, and received updates on the Trees for Tomorrow program and the Emerald Ash Borer program. The committee also confirmed minutes from previous meetings and received a communication from York Region about water and wastewater rates. No motions or new business were brought forward.

• Confirmed minutes of Nov 30 and Dec 7, 2020 General Committee meetings
• Received York Region communication on 2021 water/wastewater rates (0% increase)
• Received staff-awarded contracts report for Nov/Dec 2020
• Received Trees for Tomorrow Program 3-year plan update
• Received Emerald Ash Borer program completion summary; $111,682 returned to reserve
• Adjourned open session at 11:01 AM; entered confidential session

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to consider several heritage matters, including a recommendation to support relocating the Arthur Wegg House at 10537 Kennedy Road to a new foundation near its original site. The committee will also review a draft Terms of Reference and By-law, elect officers, and receive updates on heritage permits and development applications. Most items are recommendations for approval or information.

• Support for revised option to retain Arthur Wegg House near original site on new foundation
• Draft Heritage Markham Terms of Reference and By-law (January 2021 draft) for support
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair deferred pending new Terms of Reference
• No objection to removing Buttonville Mill House designation from 1.64m parcel for road widening
• Support for variances and fee waiver for Bewell Bungalow redevelopment at 4592-4600 Hwy 7 E

The committee supported a revised option to keep the Arthur Wegg House near its original site on a new foundation as part of a subdivision at 10537 Kennedy Road, with conditions for heritage protection. It also approved several other items, including no objection to variances for the Bewell Bungalow and McCauley-Cooperthwaite House redevelopments, and endorsed amendments to its terms of reference.

• Supported revised option for Arthur Wegg House at 10537 Kennedy Road (carried)
• Approved agenda as amended (carried)
• Adopted December 9, 2020 minutes (carried)
• Appointed Councillor Keith Irish as Chair and Ken Davis as Vice-Chair (carried)
• No objection to Part IV designation removal for Buttonville Mill House (carried)
• No objection to variances for Bewell Bungalow, supports fee waiver (carried)
• No objection to McCauley-Cooperthwaite House redevelopment with conditions (carried)
• Supported terms of reference amendments (carried)

Markham Sub-Committee

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