Markham public meetings in 2022

Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on December 19, 2022, 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.

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on December 15, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review several heritage permit applications, site plan controls, and minor variance requests. Key items include supporting the relocation of the Alexander McPherson House, the redevelopment of the William Sutton House property, and receiving updates on Bill 23's impact on heritage permit processing.

• Support proposed relocation of Alexander McPherson House at 31 Victory Avenue, 186 Old Kennedy Road
• No objection to demolition of commercial addition to William Sutton House at 8985 Woodbine Ave
• No objection to new two-storey dwelling at 33 Washington Street, Markham Village
• No objection to LED sign for Ebenezer United Church at 5000 Steeles Ave E
• Receive update on Bill 23 and revised heritage permit procedures

The committee provided recommendations for the relocation of the Alexander McPherson House to accommodate a new school and approved several heritage permits and zoning amendments. It also received an update on revised heritage permit procedures resulting from Bill 23.

• Recommended Alexander McPherson House be moved to a lot at the northwest corner of Street ‘B’ (Carried)
• Approved alterations for medical office conversion at 141 Main Street, Unionville (Carried)
• Approved demolition of commercial addition and garage at 8985 Woodbine Ave for residential redevelopment (Carried)
• Approved heritage variances for a new two-storey dwelling at 33 Washington Street (Carried)
• Approved new permanent sign for Ebenezer United Church at 5000 Steeles Ave E (Carried)
• No comment provided on parking reduction variance at 4461 Highway 7 East (Carried)
• Received information on delegated heritage and building permits for multiple properties (Carried)
• Received staff update on Bill 23 and revised Ontario Heritage Act procedures (Carried)

Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to adopt previous minutes, receive communications, and vote on several staff recommendations, including awarding contracts for trail design, office furniture, and group benefits. The agenda also includes receiving information on liquor licence applications and an Ontario Land Tribunal decision on a zoning by-law for properties on Elgin Mills Road.

• Award $523,201.08 contract to Aquafor Beech Limited for detailed design of Markham Centre Trails (Phase 3) and Rouge Valley Trail (Phase 4B)
• Award office furniture contracts to POI Business Interiors ($87,500 initial term) and NUA Office Inc. ($50,000 annual upset limit)
• Award group benefits contracts to Industrial Alliance ($30,411) and Sun Life Financial ($627,688) for 5-year terms
• Receive Ontario Land Tribunal decision modifying zoning for 2705 & 2755 Elgin Mills Road, allowing mixed-use development
• Receive liquor licence applications for Yong He All Day Breakfast, Whole Sheep Feast Restaurant, and Watercolour Restaurant

Council awarded several service contracts for trail design, office furniture, and pool maintenance. The body also enacted multiple heritage by-laws and approved development charge credits for a trunk sanitary sewer in the Berczy Glen area.

• Awarded $523,201.08 contract to Aquafor Beech Limited for Markham Centre and Rouge Valley trail design
• Approved $87,500 initial contract to POI Business Interiors and $50,000 annual limit to NUA Office Inc. for furniture
• Authorized up to $21,985,407 in development charge credits to Trustee of Berczy Glen Landowners Group Inc.
• Awarded $425,336.44 contract to PPL Aquatic, Fitness & Spa Group Inc. for Thornlea Pool maintenance
• Awarded $387,507 five-year contract to Environics Analytics for community data insights
• Approved demolition of 83 John Street provided heritage elements are incorporated into the new home
• Denied heritage permit for replacement attic windows at 307 Main Street North
• Enacted 8 heritage by-laws designating various historic houses

Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham

This is the agenda for a meeting of the Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is reviewing several development and heritage items, including a recommendation to approve a high-rise residential mixed-use development at the southwest corner of Cedarland Drive and Warden Avenue in Markham Centre, which would add 1,962 units. The committee is also considering demolition requests for two heritage properties, a zoning amendment for temporary outdoor vehicle storage, and a large development charge credit for sewer construction. Additionally, it will receive updates on proposed 2023 building code changes and staff comments on Bill 23.

• Approve Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for 1,962-unit development at Cedarland Drive and Warden Avenue (Ward 8)
• Authorize development charge credits up to $21,985,407 for trunk sanitary sewer in Berczy Glen area (Wards 2 and 6)
• Support demolition of 83 John Street in Thornhill Heritage Conservation District (Ward 1)
• Support demolition of Nighswander Tenant House at 7861 Highway 7 in Rouge National Urban Park (Ward 5)
• Approve temporary outdoor vehicle storage zoning at 350 Yorktech Drive (Ward 8)

The Committee approved a high-rise residential mixed-use development with 1,962 units in Markham Centre. Other key actions included approving a zoning amendment for temporary vehicle storage and authorizing over $21M in development charge reimbursements for a trunk sanitary sewer.

• Approved high-rise mixed-use development (1,962 units) at Cedarland Drive and Warden Avenue
• Authorized up to $21,985,407 in DC credits/reimbursements for Berczy Glen Landowners Group Inc. trunk sanitary sewer
• Approved demolition of 83 John Street provided heritage elements are incorporated into the new home
• Approved zoning amendment for temporary outdoor vehicle storage at 350 Yorktech Drive for three years
• Approved zoning amendment for five single detached dwellings at 16 Kirk Drive with added landscaping and no front yard paving
• Denied heritage permit for replacement attic windows at 307 Main Street North
• Approved demolition of 7861 Highway 7 (Nighswander Tenant House)
• Adopted revised procedures and fees for processing Heritage Permit Applications

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on December 7, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is reviewing consent reports and regular reports, including awarding contracts for office furniture and group benefits, and receiving updates on capital projects and the downspout disconnection program. The meeting includes several routine approvals of committee minutes and appointments.

• Award office furniture contracts to POI Business Interiors ($87,500 initial term) and NUA Office Inc. ($50,000 annual limit)
• Award group benefits provider contracts to Industrial Alliance ($30,411) and Sun Life Financial ($627,688) for 2023
• Approve closure of capital projects with surplus funds totaling $751,973 and other closures totaling $66,100
• Support battery energy storage projects at 7970 Markham Road and 3430 14th Ave via municipal support resolutions
• Receive update on completion of the Citywide Downspout Disconnection Program in Thornhill, Unionville, and Markham Village

The Committee awarded several contracts for office furniture, group benefits, and pool maintenance. It also approved the closure of various capital projects and confirmed appointments for the Mayor's Youth Council.

• Awarded office furniture contracts to POI Business Interiors ($87,500 initial) and NUA Office Inc. ($50,000 annual limit)
• Approved closure of capital projects and transfer of $818,073 in funds
• Confirmed 26 member appointments to the Markham Mayor’s Youth Council
• Awarded group benefits contracts to Industrial Alliance ($30,411 estimated 2023) and Sun Life Financial ($627,688 estimated 2023)
• Awarded Thornlea Pool maintenance contract to PPL Aquatic, Fitness & Spa Group Inc. for $425,336.44
• Awarded community data insights contract to Environics Analytics for $387,507 over five years
• Supported Alectra/Convergent Battery Energy Storage Systems at 7970 Markham Road and 3430 14th Ave
• Concluded the Citywide Multi-Phase Sanitary System Downspout Disconnection Program

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting will hear reports on the City of Markham's response to Bill 109 (More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022) and on proposed 2023 development fee and building by-laws. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Report on City of Markham's Response to Bill 109 - More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022
• 2023 Development Fee and Building By-laws, including Appendix 'A' Development Fee By-law 2022-XXX and Appendix 'B' Building By-law 2022-XXX

The committee forwarded several amendments to the Official Plan and by-laws to implement the More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022, to City Council. Additionally, the committee approved updated development and building fee by-laws effective January 1, 2023.

• Forwarded Official Plan Amendment for More Homes for Everyone Act to Council
• Forwarded Site Plan Delegation By-law to Council
• Forwarded Pre-Application Consultation By-law to Council
• Approved amendment to By-law 211-83 (Tariff of Fees for Planning Applications)
• Repealed By-law 2021-114 and enacted new By-law for Construction, Demolition, Change of Use Permits and Inspections
• Set effective date for new fee and building by-laws as January 1, 2023

Race Relations Committee

This agenda for the Markham Race Relations Committee meeting on December 5, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated template with no substantive content.

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a short agenda. The main public item is a confirmatory by-law (2023-3) to approve the meeting's proceedings. The only substantive discussion is a confidential item from the Development Services Committee regarding a proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition in Ward 1, which is closed to the public.

• By-law 2023-3 to confirm proceedings of the December 1, 2022 special council meeting
• Confidential report from Development Services Committee (Nov 29, 2022) on proposed/pending land acquisition or disposition in Ward 1

Council met in a special session to discuss a confidential land acquisition in Ward 1. Following a private session, Council voted to authorize staff to proceed with the acquisition of 7750 Bayview Avenue.

• Approved acquisition of real property at 7750 Bayview Avenue (12-1)
• Enacted By-law 2023-3 to confirm proceedings of the meeting

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to discuss several development and policy items, including the city's response to Ontario's Bill 109 (More Homes for Everyone Act) and proposed 2023 development fee and building by-law amendments. The committee will also consider awarding a contract for trail design and receive updates on provincial funding programs. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and advisory committee reports.

• Award of RFP 200-R-22 for detailed design of Markham Centre Trails (Phase 3) and Rouge Valley Trail (Phase 4B) to Aquafor Beech Limited for $523,201.08, plus contingency and fees totaling $645,318.10
• City of Markham's response to Bill 109 - More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022, with a statutory public meeting scheduled for December 6, 2022
• Proposed 2023 Development Fee and Building By-law amendments referred to a public meeting on December 6, 2022
• Briefing note on provincial decision regarding the 2022 York Region Official Plan
• Update on Provincial Streamline Development Approval Fund and Audit and Accountability Fund projects

The Committee approved a contract for the detailed design of the Markham Centre and Rouge Valley trails. It also received updates on provincial planning decisions and the city's response to Bill 109 regarding development approval timelines.

• Awarded $523,201.08 contract for Markham Centre and Rouge Valley Trail design to Aquafor Beech Limited
• Established $52,320.11 contingency for trail consulting services
• Approved the receipt of the 'Provincial Decision - 2022 York Region Official Plan' briefing note
• Received updates on Provincial Streamline Development Approval and Audit and Accountability funds
• Received report on City's response to Bill 109 (More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022)
• Referred proposed 2023 Development Fee and Building By-law amendments to a public meeting on December 6, 2022
• Confirmed minutes from September 6 and September 12, 2022 meetings

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on 2022-11-29 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Markham Public Library Board

This agenda for the Markham Public Library Board meeting on November 28, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

Environmental Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on November 24, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The committee held a procedural meeting to discuss future focus areas and guest speakers for 2023. No formal votes were taken as there was no quorum to approve previous minutes.

• Deferred approval of September 22 and October 27, 2022 minutes due to lack of quorum
• Agreed to invite Graham Seaman to the January meeting to discuss Sustainability Department priorities
• Agreed to invite Claudia Marsales to the February 2023 meeting for an update on waste diversion strategies

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on 2022-11-23 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Special Council Meeting

Markham's Special Council meeting on November 22, 2022, will consider a report outlining the City's comments on the More Homes Built Faster Act (Bill 23), including a recommendation not to support most proposed changes. Council will also decide on a request to demolish structures at 10504 Kennedy Road, and receive a briefing note on the provincial decision regarding the 2022 York Region Official Plan.

• City comments on Bill 23: not supporting changes to Planning Act, Development Charges Act (with exceptions), Ontario Heritage Act (with exceptions), Conservation Authorities Act, and Greenbelt Act
• Request to Province to extend consultation period and create a task force on Bill 23
• Request for demolition of Storry-Appleton Barns and non-heritage structures at 10504 Kennedy Road, Ward 6
• Heritage Markham Committee recommends not supporting the demolition
• Briefing note on Provincial Decision - 2022 York Region Official Plan

Council voted unanimously to oppose most changes in the More Homes Built Faster Act (Bill 23) and requested the Province halt its passage. Council also approved the demolition of structures at 10504 Kennedy Road, subject to salvage efforts and a commemorative plaque. A briefing on the 2022 York Region Official Plan was deferred.

• Opposed Bill 23 and requested the Province halt its passage (13-0)
• Requested Mayor Frank Scarpitti be appointed to the Housing Supply Action Plan Implementation Team (13-0)
• Opposed proposed changes to Planning, Development Charges, Conservation Authorities, and Greenbelt Acts (13-0)
• Approved demolition of Storry-Appleton Barns and non-heritage structures at 10504 Kennedy Road
• Deferred Briefing Note on 2022 York Region Official Plan to a future committee meeting
• Enacted By-law 2023-2 (three readings)

Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on November 21, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision. No specific topics, reports, or actions are listed.

The Committee approved the minutes from October 17, 2022. Members reviewed draft updated Terms of Reference and recommended the City hire an Accessibility coordinator. The December meeting was cancelled.

• Approved October 17, 2022 minutes (Carried)
• Deferred discussion on Committee goals to the next meeting
• Scheduled memorial tree planting for Brian Lynch as a February agenda item
• Cancelled the December meeting

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on November 17, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no details on what will be discussed or decided.

The Committee approved a motion recommending that Markham Council participate in the Provincial e-scooter pilot program and direct staff to draft a report on micro-mobility policies and infrastructure. Staff provided updates on the City-wide Parking Strategy and various active transportation projects.

• Approved recommendation for City to participate in Provincial e-scooter pilot program (Carried)
• Approved recommendation for Council to direct staff to draft a report on micro-mobility policies and infrastructure (Carried)
• Approved recommendation to provide parking spaces for micro-mobility (Carried)
• Deferred approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Agreed to send letters of thanks to former Deputy Mayor Don Hamilton

Animal Care Committee

This agenda for the Markham, ON Animal Care Committee meeting on 2022-11-16 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and coordinated staffing for upcoming Christmas parades. Members discussed animal removal licensing and the status of off-leash dog parks. The December 21, 2022, meeting was cancelled.

• Approved October 19, 2022, meeting minutes (Carried)
• Cancelled December 21, 2022, meeting (Carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for January 18, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. (Carried)

Council Meeting

This is the inaugural meeting of Markham's Council, where the Mayor and Members of Council take their Declaration of Office and receive the Chain of Office. The agenda includes ceremonial items such as a land blessing, national anthem, prayer, and musical performances, followed by the Mayor's Inaugural Address. The only formal business is the enactment of By-law 2023-1 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.

• Declaration of Office for Mayor and Members of Council
• Presentation of Chain of Office to Mayor Frank Scarpitti
• Mayor's Inaugural Address
• By-law 2023-1 to confirm the proceedings of the inaugural meeting

The City of Markham convened its inaugural council meeting to administer oaths of office to the Mayor and Council members. The session included the Mayor's inaugural address and the enactment of one by-law.

• Enacted By-law 2023-1 after three readings (Carried)

Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham

This is the agenda for a meeting of the Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

The Board reviewed the 2023 exhibition schedule and the financial results of the Art of Plenty fundraiser. No substantive votes were recorded other than the procedural adjournment of the meeting.

• Approved the adjournment of the meeting

Remembrance Day

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no substantive items for decision or discussion. The meeting is scheduled for Remembrance Day, but no specific business is listed.

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to discuss several heritage-related applications and policy matters. Key items include a proposed mixed-use development on Main Street in Unionville, the impact of provincial Bill 23 on Markham's heritage program, and various permit and variance applications. The committee will also consider a demolition request and a heritage designation evaluation.

• Mixed-use development at 160-186 Main St. Unionville with recommendations on massing, residential uses, and barn structure retention
• Bill 23 (More Homes Built Faster Act) impact on Markham's heritage planning program
• Demolition of Part-V designated property at 83 John St., Thornhill
• Heritage designation evaluation for 26 Langstaff Rd. E.
• Townhouse development at 347 Main St. N. with concerns about architectural style

The committee recommended Part IV designation for 26 Langstaff Road East and objected to the demolition of a dwelling at 83 John Street. It also denied support for a proposed townhouse development at 347 Main Street North.

• Recommended Part IV designation for 26 Langstaff Road East (Carried)
• Objected to demolition of dwelling at 83 John Street (Carried)
• Denied support for townhouse development at 347 Main St. N. (Carried)
• Recommended refining massing/height for mixed-use development at 160-186 Main Street Unionville (Carried)
• Supported comments and recommendations regarding Bill 23 for forwarding to Government of Ontario (Carried)
• Approved three-storey addition design at 9392 Kennedy Road (Carried)
• Recommended sign/heritage permit as condition for increased GFA at 5990 16th Avenue (Carried)
• No comment on minor variance for 9 Marie Court or site plan for 245 Renfrew Drive (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for the Committee of Adjustment meeting. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed.

Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to receive and adopt the Development Services Committee report, which includes endorsing the City of Markham Age-Friendly Design Guidelines for implementation through the development review process. The council will also consider several by-laws, including a zoning by-law amendment for 7190 and 7200 Markham Road approved by the LPAT, and multiple part lot control exemptions for new subdivisions. A request to demolish a heritage accessory building at 45 Jerman Street is also on the agenda.

• Endorsement of Age-Friendly Design Guidelines for implementation through development review
• By-law 2022-114: Zoning amendment for 7190 and 7200 Markham Road (256 townhouses, 11 dual-use units, 404 parking spaces) as approved by LPAT
• By-law 2022-115: Part lot control exemption for Madison Homes Cornell Rouge, Blocks 122-125, 127-128, west of Donald Cousens Parkway
• By-law 2022-116: Part lot control exemption for Stateview Homes, Block 3, north of Markland Street
• Demolition request for heritage accessory building at 45 Jerman Street, Markham Village Heritage Conservation District

Council adopted Age-Friendly Design Guidelines as the city's standards and required future planning applications to address adherence to them. Council also approved the demolition of a heritage accessory building at 45 Jerman Street and enacted six by-laws.

• Adopted Age-Friendly Design Guidelines as city standards (Carried as Amended)
• Directed staff to conduct a cost analysis for implementing Age-Friendly Design Guidelines in the public realm (Carried as Amended)
• Approved demolition of detached heritage accessory building at 45 Jerman Street, subject to a two-week salvage/relocation advertisement (Carried)
• Approved Minutes of the September 13, 2022 Council Meeting (Carried)
• Enacted By-laws 2022-113 through 2022-118 (Carried)
• Enacted By-law 2022-119 to confirm proceedings of the November 8, 2022 meeting (Carried)

Race Relations Committee

This agenda for the Markham Race Relations Committee meeting on November 7, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. There are no listed decisions, discussions, or reports, so the meeting appears to be administrative in nature.

Environmental Advisory Committee

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

The committee discussed potential projects to educate residents on reducing carbon footprints and changing daily habits. No formal votes were taken as there was no quorum for the approval of previous minutes.

• Deferred approval of September 22, 2022 minutes due to lack of quorum
• Deferred election of Committee Vice Chair to the November meeting

Markham Public Library Board

This agenda for the Markham Public Library Board meeting on October 25, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

The Board approved a strategy and designated a team to deliver a presentation to Council in early 2023. They also received updates on the Milliken Mills branch reopening and the Markham Centre central library advocacy. A revision to the Library and Political Elections Policy was deferred.

• Endorsed strategy and designated a team for the 2023 Board Presentation to Council
• Approved September 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Consent Agenda items 2.2 to 2.4.3
• Received CEO’s Highlights October 2022 report
• Received Markham Centre Update October 2022 report
• Received Internal Monitoring Report EL-2b (Staff Treatment)
• Received Internal Monitoring Report EL-2j (Communication & Counsel to the Board)
• Deferred approval of The Library and Political Elections Policy (2022) revision

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on October 20, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

The Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved a motion directing staff to investigate opportunities to separate pedestrians from other active transportation users as part of the Active Transportation Master Plan Capital Plan. The motion also asks staff to discuss the issue with Rouge National Urban Park staff regarding trails in the park. The committee also received updates on several ongoing projects, including the completion of the John St. MUP and the Markham Cycling Day event.

• Approved motion to investigate separating pedestrians from active transportation users on trails (carried)
• Approved minutes from September 15, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Approved modification to agenda to discuss Jane's Walk before Share AT Facilities and Passing Lane Motion

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on October 19, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

Animal Care Committee

This agenda for the Markham Animal Care Committee meeting on October 19, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

The committee approved the minutes from the September 21, 2022 meeting as presented. Members discussed animal licensing, coyote coexistence, and plans to participate in upcoming Christmas parades. Staff provided updates on animal services, including lost pet procedures and the Pounds Act requirements.

• Approved the September 21, 2022 Animal Care Committee meeting minutes as presented
• Discussed coordinating tours of the Cat Adoption and Education Centre and Shades of Hope Wildlife Centre
• Reviewed and updated the Action Item Table
• Agreed to explore a coroplast banner for Christmas parades to promote pet licensing
• Sonia Chow and Janet Andrews to register the committee in the Unionville Christmas Parade
• Serene Chin and Areez Remtulla to register the committee in the Markham Christmas Parade
• Areez Remtulla to set up a Google doc for members to sign up for Christmas events
• Noted the resignation of June Ziola from the committee

Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham

This agenda is for a meeting of the Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham. The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items, decisions, or discussions.

The Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham board approved the minutes from June and September 2022, and accepted the financial statements as of August 31, 2022. A change to remove the logo item from the agenda was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports and updates.

• Approved removal of logo item from agenda
• Approved minutes of June 13, 2022 and September 26, 2022
• Accepted financial statements as of August 31, 2022

Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its September 19, 2022 meeting. Members discussed the Mayor's Accessibility Awards (not proceeding this year due to the election), reviewed updates to the Committee's Terms of Reference, and received reports on the Civic Centre audit, Contact Centre system changes, and election outreach videos. No formal decisions were made on new policies or funding.

• Approved the September 19, 2022 meeting minutes (moved by Edward Lau, seconded by Councillor Isa Lee, carried)
• Discussed but did not decide on the Mayor's Accessibility Awards (not proceeding this year)
• Reviewed draft updated Terms of Reference; Kim Adeney will provide documents to the Committee Secretary for distribution
• Noted that the Committee's role and next year's goals will be an agenda item at the next meeting
• Heard that the Civic Centre audit consultant will be hired; Janet Ashfield will invite Markham staff to the next meeting
• Noted that the Social Media & Communications and Audit Subcommittees had no reports
• Noted that the Community Outreach and Invisible Disabilities Subcommittees are paused until after the new Council is sworn in
• Adjourned at 6:55 PM; next meeting scheduled for November 21, 2022

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review heritage permits, building permits, and development applications affecting heritage properties. Key items include a proposed demolition of the Storry-Appleton barns and non-heritage buildings at 10504 Kennedy Road, a rear addition at 7 Victoria Avenue, and a variance for a carport at 26 Peter Street. The committee will also consider a heritage permit to retain unauthorized attic windows at 307 Main Street North and security bars at 352 Main Street North.

• Demolition of Storry-Appleton barns and non-heritage house, garage, shed at 10504 Kennedy Rd (DP 22 256887)
• Rear addition to heritage dwelling at 7 Victoria Ave, Unionville (SPC 22 115592)
• Retain unauthorized attic windows at 307 Main St N (HE 22 260674)
• Minor variance for proposed carport at 26 Peter St (A/181/22)
• Security bars at 352 Main St N (HE 22 261381)

The Heritage Markham Committee voted not to support the demolition of the Storry-Appleton Barns at 10504 Kennedy Road, requesting the applicant withdraw the application or allow more time for a site assessment. The committee also approved several heritage permit applications and site plan controls, including a rear addition at 7 Victoria Avenue and variances for 117 Main Street. A conflict of interest was declared by Councillor McAlpine on the 25 Victoria Avenue item.

• Opposed demolition of Storry-Appleton Barns at 10504 Kennedy Road, requested applicant withdraw or allow more time for assessment (carried)
• Approved no objection to demolition of house, shed, and garage at 10504 Kennedy Road (carried)
• Approved no objection to site plan control for rear addition at 7 Victoria Avenue (carried)
• Approved no objection to variances for rear addition and garage at 117 Main Street (carried)
• Approved no objection to security bars on west elevation of 352 Main St North, but ordered removal of south-facing bars (carried)
• Approved request to remove illegally paved parking pad at 352 Main St North (carried)
• Approved no objection to variance for carport at 26 Peter Street (carried)
• Approved no support for retaining unauthorized attic windows at 307 Main Street North (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision. The document is essentially empty of content, with no listed applications, hearings, or other business.

Race Relations Committee

This agenda for the Markham Race Relations Committee meeting on October 3, 2022, contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. It lists no specific decisions, discussions, or reports, so the meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

The Race Relations Committee met via Zoom on October 3, 2022, and adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from September 12, 2022, with a friendly amendment. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of procedural approvals and updates from staff on events and initiatives related to Truth and Reconciliation, Sisters in Spirit, and the Eliminating Anti-Black Racism Plan.

• Adopted the October 3, 2022 agenda (carried)
• Approved the September 12, 2022 minutes with a friendly amendment to revise wording about the moment of silence (carried)

Markham Public Library Board

This agenda for the Markham Public Library Board meeting on September 26, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

The Markham Public Library Board held a regular meeting on September 26, 2022, where it approved the CEO's September highlights, the Markham Centre update, the strategic plan update, and several other reports. The board also requested management to explore drafting an Elections Meeting Policy for future federal, provincial, and municipal elections. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved CEO's Highlights September 2022 report (carried)
• Approved Markham Centre Update September 26, 2022 report (carried)
• Approved Strategic Plan Update report (carried)
• Approved October to December 2022 Library Programs report (carried)
• Approved Board Education Presentation on MPL's Digital Literacy Strategy (carried)
• Requested management to explore drafting an Elections Meeting Policy for future elections (carried)
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Approved consent agenda comprising items 2.2 to 2.4.7 (carried)

Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham

This meeting agenda for the Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. The document is essentially empty of any decisions, discussions, or actionable content.

The Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham meeting convened without quorum, so no substantive decisions could be made. Approval of previous minutes was deferred. A motion passed by email vote on August 19, 2022, to allocate 100% of gallery contribution and 50% of staffing costs to the Restricted Fund was noted. The Chair resigned effective immediately, with a new Chair to be appointed later.

• Approved motion to allocate 100% gallery contribution and 50% staffing costs to Restricted Fund (email vote, August 19, 2022)
• Deferred approval of minutes due to lack of quorum
• Noted resignation of Chair Terrence Pochmurski, effective immediately

Environmental Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on September 22, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

The Markham Environmental Advisory Committee voted to forward proposed revisions to its Terms of Reference to Markham Council for consideration, including changes to committee composition and member appointment processes. The committee also voted to request that the Chair or Vice Chair be involved in interviewing and appointing new members. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved sending revised Terms of Reference to Council (carried)
• Approved request for Chair/Vice Chair involvement in member appointments (carried)
• Adopted minutes of June 23, 2022 meeting (carried)

Animal Care Committee

This agenda for the Markham Animal Care Committee meeting on September 21, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

The Animal Care Committee approved the June 21, 2022 meeting minutes as presented. Members volunteered to coordinate the Unionville and Markham Christmas parades. The committee discussed coyote encounters, dog-friendly patios, and deferred consideration of Sweat For Pets to the next meeting.

• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (carried)
• Sonia Chow to coordinate Unionville Christmas Parade, Janet Andrews assisting
• Serene Chin to coordinate Markham Christmas Parade, Areez Remtulla assisting
• Deferred Sweat For Pets discussion to next meeting
• Christy Lehman to contact York Region Health about animal-friendly businesses

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 21, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. There are no listed applications, hearings, or decisions to report.

Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on September 19, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided text.

The Advisory Committee on Accessibility confirmed Michelle Del Carmen as Interim Chair and Edward Lau as Interim Vice Chair until December 31, 2022. The committee also approved the June 20, 2022 minutes as presented. Discussions included updates on the Civic Centre audit, Terms of Reference revisions, and subcommittee plans for accessibility audits and outreach events.

• Confirmed Michelle Del Carmen as Interim Chair until Dec 31, 2022 (carried)
• Confirmed Edward Lau as Interim Vice Chair until Dec 31, 2022 (carried)
• Approved minutes of June 20, 2022 as presented (carried)

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on September 15, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no information on what will be discussed or decided.

The Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved a $5,000 allocation from its 2022 budget to support Markham Cycling Day, which was moved to the Markham Pan Am Centre and will feature community rides and children's races. The committee also discussed pedestrian-cyclist conflicts on trails, winter service standards, and ongoing active transportation projects. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved $5,000 from CPAC budget for Markham Cycling Day 2022 (carried)
• Approved minutes from June 16, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Removed item 5.2 (Community Engagement) from agenda
• Added Markham Public Library Trail Animation Project to Other Business

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review heritage permits, building and demolition applications, and site plan controls for properties in Markham's heritage conservation districts. They will also receive an update on the Unionville Main Street streetscape project's paver selection. Most items are for information or no-objection recommendations from a heritage perspective.

• Demolition of accessory building at 45 Jerman Street (Markham Village HCD) with salvage advertising condition
• Proposed coach house at 339 Main Street North (Markham Village HCD) – no objection to variances
• New detached dwelling at 14 Wales Avenue – no comment, removal from heritage register recommended
• High-rise development at 5, 9, 11, & 25 Langstaff Road East – no comment from heritage perspective
• Unionville Main Street streetscape paver selection, colour, and placement update

The Heritage Markham Committee received a deputation on the poor condition of 26 Langstaff Road East, a provincially-owned listed heritage property. The committee voted to request Infrastructure Ontario take immediate steps to prevent further deterioration and to begin evaluating the property for potential designation under the Ontario Heritage Act. The committee also had no comment from a heritage perspective on a site plan for two high-rise towers at 5-25 Langstaff Road East.

• Requested Infrastructure Ontario to prevent further deterioration of 26 Langstaff Road East (carried)
• Began process to evaluate 26 Langstaff Road East for Part IV Ontario Heritage Act designation (carried)
• Received deputations from Thornhill Historical Society, Barry Nelson, and Valerie Burke (carried)
• No comment from heritage perspective on site plan for 1,132-unit high-rise at 5-25 Langstaff Road East (carried)
• No objection to demolition of accessory building at 45 Jerman Street, subject to salvage advertising (carried)
• No objection to facade modifications at 4340 Highway 7 East (carried)
• No comment on variance for new dwelling at 14 Wales Avenue; removed property from heritage register (carried)
• No objection to coach house variances at 339 Main Street North (carried)

Council Meeting

Markham Council is deciding on several items, including approving $48,879,300 in 2023 capital budget pre-approvals, extending road and recycling contracts, and adopting a new Parkland Dedication By-law. They will also consider a zoning change to create a new park at 34-38 Eureka Street and an automotive service building at 205 Torbay Road.

• 2023 Capital Budget pre-approvals totaling $48,879,300
• Contract extension for concrete curb/sidewalk restoration with De Ferrari Construction Limited, valued at $2,402,562.58
• Recycling depot service contracts extended with The Recycle People Corporation for 3 years, $349,874.70 annually
• Winter road maintenance contract awarded for 12 years at $7,802,885.98 annually, with plowing at 7.5cm
• Endorsement of new Parkland Dedication By-law (By-law 2022-102)

Council approved $48,879,300 in 2023 capital budget pre-approvals, extended a road rehabilitation contract for $2.4M, and awarded a 12-year winter road maintenance contract worth $7.8M annually. A residential subdivision at 5474 and 5662 19th Avenue was approved on a 9-2 recorded vote. Several zoning and official plan amendments were also enacted, including for a mixed-use development at 4077 and 4101 Highway 7 and a parkland dedication by-law.

• Approved $48,879,300 in 2023 capital budget pre-approvals (carried)
• Extended concrete curb and sidewalk contract with De Ferrari Construction for $2,402,562.58 (carried)
• Awarded 12-year winter road maintenance contract at $7,802,885.98 annually (carried)
• Approved residential subdivision at 5474 and 5662 19th Avenue (9-2 recorded vote)
• Endorsed new Parkland Dedication By-law (by-law 2022-102, carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for three industrial warehouses at 1 Steelcase Road West (by-law 2022-112, carried)
• Approved official plan and zoning amendments for mixed-use development at 4077 and 4101 Highway 7 (by-law 2022-108, carried)
• Approved all-way stop at Gibson Drive and Hood Road (by-law 2022-111, carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee will consider recommendations on five development applications, including a residential and mixed-use subdivision at 10537 Kennedy Road, a residential development at 5474 and 5662 19th Avenue, an automotive service building at 205 Torbay Road, a road operations and snow management facility at 10988-10990 Warden Avenue, and a phased high-density residential development at 4077 and 4101 Highway 7. The committee will also vote on an all-way stop at Gibson Drive and Hood Road, and confirm minutes from previous meetings.

• Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment for 171 units at 10537 Kennedy Road (Kennedy MM Markham Ltd.)
• Draft Plan of Subdivision for 882 units (246 single detached, 213 townhouses, 423 apartments) at 5474 and 5662 19th Avenue (Flato Upper Markham Village Inc.)
• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for an automotive service building at 205 Torbay Road (Weins Canada Inc.)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for a road operations and snow management facility at 10988-10990 Warden Avenue (Regional Municipality of York)
• All-way stop at Gibson Drive and Hood Road, with $1,000 cost funded from capital project #083-5350-22049-005

The Development Services Committee approved six major development applications, including a 1,749-unit high-density residential project at 4077 & 4101 Highway 7, a 882-unit subdivision at 5474 & 5662 19th Avenue, and an automotive service building at 205 Torbay Road. The committee also endorsed the Age-Friendly Design Guidelines and awarded a $139,103 contract for a Tourism Strategic Master Plan. A request to defer approvals until after the election was not supported.

• Approved Official Plan and Zoning amendments for 1,749-unit residential towers at 4077 & 4101 Highway 7 (Kingdom - Markham Centre)
• Approved draft plan of subdivision for 882 units (246 single-detached, 213 townhouses, 423 apartments) at 5474 & 5662 19th Avenue (Flato Upper Markham Village Inc.)
• Approved Official Plan and Zoning amendments for automotive service building at 205 Torbay Road (Weins Canada Inc.)
• Approved Zoning amendment for York Region snow management facility at 10988-10990 Warden Avenue
• Approved Zoning amendment for three industrial warehouses at 1 Steelcase Road West (Steelcase Road West Holdings Inc.)
• Approved draft plan of subdivision for 171 residential units at 10537 Kennedy Road (Kennedy MM Markham Ltd.)
• Awarded $139,103 contract to CBRE Limited for Destination Markham Tourism Strategic Master Plan
• Endorsed City of Markham Age-Friendly Design Guidelines for implementation through development review

Race Relations Committee

This agenda for the Markham Race Relations Committee meeting on September 12, 2022, contains only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE agenda system, with no actual agenda items, reports, or decisions listed. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

The Race Relations Committee met on September 12, 2022, and adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 6, 2022, with a friendly amendment. The committee discussed the Diversity Action Plan launch event and noted improved collaboration with Corporate Communications. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily procedural and informational.

• Adopted September 12, 2022 agenda (moved by Satya Arora, seconded by Edward Choi)
• Approved June 6, 2022 minutes with amendment to add Sajane Kandasamy to attendance (moved by Satya Arora, seconded by Suat Kenar)
• Adjourned at 7:29 PM (moved by Edward Choi, seconded by Madge Logan)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 7, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to consider several consent items, including approving $48,879,300 in 2023 capital budget pre-approvals, extending road and recycling contracts, and receiving a presentation on winter road maintenance. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes from various committees and a confidential session.

• 2023 Capital Budget pre-approvals totaling $48,879,300
• Extension of concrete curb and sidewalk contract with De Ferrari Construction Limited for $2,402,562.58
• Extension of recycling depot service contracts with The Recycle People Corporation for $349,874.70 annually
• Winter road maintenance contract award estimated at $7,802,885.98 annually for 12 seasons
• Swan Lake water quality and restoration action plan discussion

The General Committee approved 2023 capital budget pre-approvals totaling $48,879,300, and awarded a 12-year winter road maintenance contract for plowing local roads at 7.5cm and senior windrow in four hours, at an estimated annual cost of $7,802,885.98. A motion to plow at 5cm was lost. The committee also extended a concrete curb and sidewalk restoration contract and recycling depot service contracts, and endorsed Swan Lake restoration actions.

• Approved 2023 Capital Budget pre-approvals totaling $48,879,300
• Awarded 12-year winter road maintenance contract (plowing at 7.5cm, senior windrow in 4 hours) at $7,802,885.98/year
• Lost motion to plow local roads at 5cm
• Extended concrete curb and sidewalk restoration contract with De Ferrari Construction for one year at $2,402,562.58
• Extended recycling depot service contracts with The Recycle People Corporation for 3 years at $349,874.70/year
• Endorsed Swan Lake restoration action plan, including feasibility studies and technical analysis
• Confirmed minutes of June 20, 2022 General Committee and other committee minutes

Development Services Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Markham's Development Services committee will hear reports on three planning applications. The items include a zoning amendment for temporary outdoor vehicle storage, a large mixed-use development with 1,772 units, and a rezoning to create a new municipal park. No final decisions are being made; the meeting is for public input and discussion.

• Zoning by-law amendment for temporary outdoor storage of new vehicles at 350 Yorktech Drive (Ward 8)
• Official plan and zoning amendment, plus draft plan of subdivision for 8111 Kennedy Road, proposing 1,772 mixed-use units (Ward 3)
• Rezoning of 34, 36, and 38 Eureka Street to permit park use, combined with Anna Russell Parkette to create a 0.62 ha municipal park (Ward 3)

The Development Services Committee held public meetings on three planning applications. A zoning amendment for temporary outdoor vehicle storage at 350 Yorktech Drive was referred to staff for a report. A major mixed-use development with 1,772 units at 8111 Kennedy Road, opposed by 15 deputants, was also referred back to staff. A zoning amendment to create a new park at 34, 36, and 38 Eureka Street was approved for final enactment without further notice.

• Referred 350 Yorktech Drive temporary outdoor storage zoning amendment to staff for report and recommendation (carried)
• Referred 8111 Kennedy Road mixed-use development (1,772 units, 3-41 storeys) to staff for report and recommendation (carried)
• Approved final enactment of zoning amendment to rezone portions of 34, 36, 38 Eureka Street for parkland (carried)

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is meeting to discuss a single substantive item: the City of Markham's Parkland Acquisition Study, which includes a Parks Plan, a Parkland Acquisition Strategy for 2021-2031, and a new Parkland Dedication By-law. The committee will consider endorsing these documents and forwarding them to the September 13, 2022 Council meeting for adoption. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, disclosures, adjournment).

• Endorsement of the City of Markham Parks Plan
• Endorsement of the Parkland Acquisition Strategy 2021-2031
• Endorsement of a new Parkland Dedication By-law
• Forwarding recommendations to the September 13, 2022 Council meeting
• Report to be forwarded to York Region

The Special Development Services Committee endorsed the City of Markham Parks Plan, Parkland Acquisition Strategy, and a new Parkland Dedication By-Law. The by-law, which must be approved by the provincial deadline of September 18, 2022, will be forwarded to the September 13, 2022 Council meeting for adoption. The committee heard deputations from developers and residents, and staff clarified that the new rate applies to mid- and high-rise developments, with no change for low-rise subdivisions.

• Endorsed City of Markham Parks Plan
• Endorsed City of Markham Parkland Acquisition Strategy Report
• Endorsed new Parkland Dedication By-Law
• Forwarded recommendations and implementing by-law to September 13, 2022 Council meeting for adoption
• Authorized staff to do all things necessary to give effect to the resolution

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on 2022-08-24 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review heritage permit applications, proposed developments, and a demolition request. Key items include feedback on demolishing the Nighswander Tenant House at 7861 Highway 7, supporting a $90,000 grant program for heritage properties, and commenting on several zoning and variance applications. The committee will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• Feedback on proposed demolition of Nighswander Tenant House, 7861 Highway 7, Locust Hill
• Support continuation of Designated Heritage Property Grant Program 2023-2025 at $30,000/year ($90,000 total)
• No objection to demolition of Class 'C' dwelling at 34 Eureka Street for new park (34-38 Eureka St)
• No comment on Official Plan/Zoning By-law Amendment for multi-storey residential at 5871 & 5873 Highway 7 East and 2 Wignall Crescent
• No comment on variance for triplex conversion at 16 Church Street, Markham Village

The Heritage Markham Committee approved a $90,000 continuation of the Designated Heritage Property Grant Program for 2023-2025, and opposed variances for a major addition to a heritage dwelling at 257 Main Street North, requesting staff work with the applicant on a revised concept. The committee also provided feedback on the proposed demolition of the Nighswander Tenant House at 7861 Highway 7, expressing concern about parking without a concept plan and requesting Parks Canada maintain heritage features. Several heritage permit applications and variance applications were received or had no comment from a heritage perspective.

• Approved continuation of Designated Heritage Property Grant Program 2023-2025 with $30,000/year ($90,000 total) (carried)
• Opposed variances for addition to heritage dwelling at 257 Main Street North, requested revised concept (carried)
• Deferred information on heritage permit for 157 Main Street (UHCD) to next meeting (carried)
• Received information on delegated heritage permits (excluding 157 Main Street) (carried)
• Received information on building/sign permits approved by staff (carried)
• No objection to designation by-law amendment for 45 Stollery Pond Crescent (carried)
• No comment on variance application for 22 Byer Drive (carried)
• No comment on variance for triplex conversion at 16 Church Street (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This is the agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on August 10, 2022. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on July 20, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a template with no substantive content.

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the Markham Parkland Acquisition Study and a written submission from Paul Demczak of Batory Management. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Presentation: Markham Parkland Acquisition Study Development Services Committee Workshop
• Written submission by Paul Demczak (Batory Management) regarding the parkland study
• Indigenous land acknowledgement and call to order

The Development Services Committee received a presentation on the Markham Parkland Acquisition Study and supported Option 1, which maintains parkland targets through reallocation. Staff and consultants were directed to further examine the impacts of Option 1 on all development applications, including equity for high-rise and apartment units, and to report back with a recommendation. The committee also received deputations from Shakil Walji and Paul Demczak related to the study.

• Received video deputation from Shakil Walji (carried by two-thirds vote)
• Received written communication from Paul Demczak and video deputation from Shakil Walji (carried)
• Received presentation on Markham Parkland Acquisition Study (carried)
• Supported Option 1 for parkland acquisition and directed staff to examine impacts on all development applications (carried)

Council Meeting

Markham Council is deciding on several development applications, including a high-density residential project with up to 1,350 units on Enterprise Boulevard, and approving subdivision plans for townhouses and single homes. They will also award contracts for web development services and winter road maintenance, and receive a presentation on the city's ISO 37120 certification.

• Approve Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 1,350 residential units on Enterprise Boulevard (Ward 3)
• Award $411,846.05 contract to OPIN Software Inc. for Drupal web development and managed services
• Award winter road maintenance contracts: D. Crupi & Sons ($4,819,862.40/yr) and Melrose Paving Co. ($2,577,917.02/yr)
• Approve draft plan of subdivision for 14 townhouses and 1 detached house at 10-20 Fincham Avenue
• Approve draft plan of subdivision for 7 units at 4031 16th Avenue

Council approved an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for a high-density development with up to 1,350 residential units on Enterprise Boulevard, east of the Metrolinx-GO Stouffville rail corridor. The project includes a revised parking ratio of 0.6 to 1.0 spaces per unit. Council also approved several other development applications, including a 14-townhouse subdivision at 10-20 Fincham Avenue and a 2,072-unit residential subdivision at 4551 Elgin Mills Road East. Additionally, Council awarded contracts for winter road maintenance and a citywide parking strategy.

• Approved Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 1,350 residential units on Enterprise Blvd (By-law 2022-96)
• Approved draft plan of subdivision for 14 townhouses and 1 detached house at 10-20 Fincham Ave
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for ~2,072 residential units at 4551 Elgin Mills Rd E (By-law 2022-99)
• Awarded winter road maintenance contracts to D. Crupi & Sons and Melrose Paving (est. $7.4M/yr)
• Awarded citywide parking strategy contract to WSP Canada Inc. ($500,771.14)
• Approved street names for Robinson Glen subdivision: Forementon St, Thorncliffe Dr, Hawkswood Dr, Eaglecrest St, Lenora Dr
• Approved international travel to Nordlingen, Germany for City Wall Festival (max $20,000)
• Approved staff report on affordable housing lands and partnerships (Q2 2023)

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review heritage permit and building permit applications, site plan controls, and minor variance requests for properties in heritage conservation districts. The committee will also discuss a proposed plan of subdivision at 5474 19th Avenue, a zoning by-law amendment for 8985 Woodbine Ave., and a potential heritage identifier symbol in Thornhill. Most items are recommendations for approval or no comment from a heritage perspective.

• Heritage permit applications for 120 Robinson St, 56 Main St N, 12 David St, 262 Main St, 11248 Kennedy Rd, 154A Main St
• Site plan control for proposed townhouse complex at 17 Anna Russell Way, Unionville HCD
• Minor variance to permit veterinary clinic at 51 Main St N, Markham Village HCD
• Zoning by-law amendment for residential redevelopment at 8985 Woodbine Ave, Buttonville HCD
• Plan of subdivision to retain heritage dwelling at 5474 19th Avenue

The Heritage Markham Committee approved several consent items, including no heritage objections to various development applications. It supported a plan to retain a heritage farmhouse at 5474 19th Avenue within a new subdivision, with conditions. The committee also had no objection to introducing wheatsheaf road markings at Thornhill Heritage Conservation District entrances, and deferred a zoning application for 8985 Woodbine Ave.

• Approved agenda and June 8, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Received delegated heritage and building permit approvals (carried)
• No heritage comment on townhouse complex at 17 Anna Russell Way (carried)
• No heritage comment on veterinary clinic variance at 51 Main St N (carried)
• No heritage comment on landscape improvements at 22 Fonthill Blvd (carried)
• No objection to outdoor patio/sidewalk sales concept, delegated review to staff (carried)
• No objection to variances at 27 Victoria Ave (carried)
• Supported retention of heritage dwelling at 5474 19th Ave with conditions (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several development and infrastructure items. Key items include a recommendation to approve a high-density residential development with up to 1,350 units on Enterprise Boulevard, awarding winter road maintenance contracts worth over $7 million annually, and awarding a contract for a citywide parking strategy. The committee will also receive updates on the Markham Road-Mount Joy Secondary Plan and Bill 109, and consider a motion on affordable housing.

• Recommendation to approve Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 1,350 residential units on Enterprise Boulevard, east of Metrolinx-GO Stouffville rail corridor (Ward 3)
• Award winter road maintenance contracts: D. Crupi & Sons Limited ($4,819,862.40/year) and Melrose Paving Co. Ltd. ($2,577,917.02/year) for 12 winter seasons starting November 2024
• Award Citywide Parking Strategy contract to WSP Canada Inc. for $500,771.14 plus $50,077.11 contingency
• Notice of motion directing staff to report on criteria and lands for affordable housing partnerships with Housing York Inc. or other organizations
• Presentation on Markham Road - Mount Joy Secondary Plan Study update

The Development Services Committee approved an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for a high-density development of up to 1,350 residential units on Enterprise Boulevard, with a parking ratio of 0.6 to 1.0 spaces per unit. The committee also awarded winter road maintenance contracts to two companies and a contract for a citywide parking strategy. A notice of motion on affordable housing was sent to the July 14 Council meeting.

• Approved Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 1,350-unit development on Enterprise Blvd (carried)
• Approved revised parking ratio of 0.6-1.0 spaces per unit for Enterprise Blvd development (carried)
• Awarded winter road maintenance Part A contract to D. Crupi & Sons Ltd., est. $4.82M/year (carried)
• Awarded winter road maintenance Part B contract to Melrose Paving Co. Ltd., est. $2.58M/year (carried)
• Awarded Citywide Parking Strategy contract to WSP Canada Inc., $500,771.14 (carried)
• Referred notice of motion on affordable housing to July 14 Council meeting (carried)
• Approved attendance of four officials at Markham District Energy retreat, expenses covered by MDE (carried)

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the Automated Vacuum Collection (AVAC) System in the City of Markham. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, along with standard procedural items like call to order, disclosure of interests, and communications. The presentation is attached to the agenda and will be received by the committee.

• Presentation on Automated Vacuum Collection (AVAC) System in the City of Markham
• Agenda item 4.1 with attached presentation file 'Special DSC Workshop Jul 11 Final.pdf'
• Meeting is a special session ahead of the July 14, 2022 Council meeting

The Special Development Services Committee received a presentation on a potential Automated Vacuum Collection (AVAC) system for waste. No decisions were made beyond receiving the presentation; staff will report back later with a business case. The committee discussed costs, governance, and potential incentives.

• Received AVAC system presentation (carried)

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the Markham Parkland Acquisition Study. The agenda includes only this presentation item, along with standard procedural items such as call to order, disclosures, and adjournment. No decisions or discussions on other matters are listed.

• Presentation: Markham Parkland Acquisition Study Development Services Committee Workshop
• Motion to receive the presentation

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion. The document is essentially empty of content, with no listed applications, hearings, or motions.

Development Services Public Meeting

This is a public meeting of Markham's Development Services committee to discuss revised official plan and zoning by-law amendment applications by Greencapital Limited Partnership for a mixed-use high-rise development at 10 Royal Orchard Boulevard and 8051 Yonge Street (Ward 1). The agenda includes a call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, deputations, and reports, with the main item being the Greencapital application. No decisions are listed; it appears to be a discussion and public input session.

• Revised Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications by Greencapital Limited Partnership
• Mixed-use high-rise development at 10 Royal Orchard Boulevard and 8051 Yonge Street
• File No. PLAN 19 137814 (Ward 1)
• Conceptual elevations and site plan attachments included

The Development Services Public Meeting heard a proposal by Greencapital Limited Partnership for a mixed-use high-rise development (up to 50 storeys) at 10 Royal Orchard Boulevard and 8051 Yonge Street. After receiving deputations from residents and written submissions, the committee voted to refer the application back to staff for further evaluation and a report. No final approval or denial was made at this meeting.

• Received deputations from 8 speakers on the Greencapital development (carried)
• Received 20 written submissions on the Greencapital development (carried)
• Received preliminary report and memorandum on the application (carried)
• Referred the Greencapital application back to staff for a report and recommendation (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update, including a development concept and transportation assessment, and to consider endorsing the concept as it applies to Enterprise Boulevard Inc.'s Metropia North lands. The committee will also vote on awarding a contract for Drupal web development services to OPIN Software Inc. for $411,846.05, plus a contingency, and approve new street names in the Robinson Glen area. Two confidential litigation items are scheduled for closed session.

• Award contract to OPIN Software Inc. for Drupal web development, $411,846.05 plus $32,947.68 contingency, total capital up to $444,793.73
• Endorse development concept for Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update as it relates to Metropia North lands (Ward 3)
• Approve street names: Forementon Street, Thorncliffe Drive, Hawkswood Drive, Eaglecrest Street, Lenora Drive
• Receive communications on Markham Centre Secondary Plan from WeirFoulds LLP, Devine Park LLP, Alfred Szeto, Macaulay Shiomi Howson Ltd.
• Confidential session on OLT appeals: 7647 Kennedy Rd. (Glen Rouge Homes) and 3851-3863 Highway 7 / 8-38 Water Walk Dr. (Times Group)

The committee endorsed the Development Concept for the Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update as it applies to Enterprise Boulevard Inc. (Metropia North), allowing that application to proceed. It also awarded a $411,846 contract to OPIN Software Inc. for a new Drupal web platform, and approved new street names in the Robinson Glen area. The committee received presentations and deputations on the broader Markham Centre plan but took no other substantive decisions.

• Endorsed Development Concept for Metropia North lands (carried)
• Awarded Drupal web contract to OPIN Software Inc. for $411,846.05 (carried)
• Approved $32,947.68 contingency for web project (carried)
• Approved $150,000 for quality assurance and technical consulting (carried)
• Approved $130,000 for content migration (carried)
• Approved $203,500 for Tivoli support for existing portal (carried)
• Approved street names: Forementon St, Thorncliffe Dr, Hawkswood Dr, Eaglecrest St, Lenora Dr (carried)
• Received communications and deputations on Markham Centre plan (carried)

Seniors Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Seniors Advisory Committee meeting on June 30, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

The joint Seniors Advisory and Age Friendly Markham Committee reviewed the draft Age-Friendly Guidelines and provided feedback, including suggestions on park washrooms, cyclist-pedestrian safety, and housing accessibility. Staff clarified the guidelines are not enforceable and that housing affordability is addressed through other strategies. The final guidelines will be presented to the Development Services Committee in September 2022 for approval.

• Reviewed draft Age-Friendly Guidelines and provided feedback
• Recommended permanent, year-round accessible washrooms in parks
• Suggested educational signs for shared pathways to reduce cyclist-pedestrian conflicts
• Noted guidelines are too long and recommended shortening
• Asked for clarity on implementation and enforcement; staff said guidelines are not legally enforceable
• Staff to consult with Technical Advisory Committee and developers over summer
• Final guidelines to be presented to Development Services Committee in September 2022

Council Meeting

Council approved a Digital Sign Agreement with RCC Media Inc. for installation and maintenance of digital overpass banner signs on CN railway bridges in Markham, by a recorded vote of 11-1. Council also approved several construction contracts, including the Yonge & Grandview Park construction, Markham Village flood control design, and Fairtree Cricket Pitch lighting. A request for additional festival funding was referred to staff for review.

• Approved Digital Sign Agreement with RCC Media Inc. for digital overpass banner signs (11-1)
• Awarded Yonge & Grandview Park construction contract to Quality Property Services ($590,483.80)
• Awarded Markham Village Flood Control Phase 1 design to R.V. Anderson Associates ($1,204,735.62)
• Awarded Fairtree Cricket Pitch lighting contract to Nadelec Contracting Inc. ($386,118.14)
• Approved Hold Removal By-law for Forest Bay Homes, Block 150 Plan 65M-4619 (By-law 2022-83)
• Approved Patio Extension Program temporary zoning by-law (By-law 2022-91)
• Referred additional festival funding request to staff for review
• Approved 11 by-laws including part lot control exemptions and zoning amendments

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting on June 27, 2022, will hear reports on two draft plan of subdivision applications and a patio extension program. Council will receive information on a Flato Upper Markham Village proposal for residential blocks, parks, roads, and servicing at 5474 & 5662 19th Ave., and a 4031 16th Avenue application for seven single detached dwelling lots with a private lane and parkland conveyance. A patio extension report is also on the agenda for discussion.

• Draft plan of subdivision by Flato Upper Markham Village Inc. at 5474 & 5662 19th Ave. (Ward 6) for residential blocks, parks, roads, servicing
• Draft plan of subdivision by 4031 Sixteenth Avenue (Unionville) Inc. at 4031 16th Ave. (Ward 3) for seven single detached dwelling lots, private lane, open space and parkland blocks
• Patio extension program report and memo for discussion

The Development Services Committee held public meetings on two draft plan of subdivision applications (Flato Upper Markham Village and 4031 16th Avenue) and referred both back to staff for further review. The committee also approved extending the temporary zoning by-law for patio extensions to December 31, 2023, and added permissions for outdoor sales and display in the Main Street Markham heritage area. No final subdivision approvals were granted at this meeting.

• Referred Flato Upper Markham Village draft plan of subdivision (900 units) back to staff (carried)
• Referred 4031 16th Avenue draft plan of subdivision (7 lots) back to staff, conditions due July 14, 2022 (carried)
• Approved extension of temporary patio by-law to Dec 31, 2023, including outdoor sales in Main Street Markham (carried)
• Delegated authority to City Clerk for AGCO liquor license authorizations (carried)
• Waived processing fees for temporary liquor license extensions until Dec 31, 2023 (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to receive an update on the implementation of inclusionary zoning, which could affect affordable housing requirements in new developments. The committee will also receive a presentation on draft Age-Friendly Design Guidelines. Several advisory committee minutes and staff service awards are on the agenda, along with confidential legal matters.

• Update on the Implementation of Inclusionary Zoning (report dated June 27, 2022)
• Draft Age-Friendly Design Guidelines presentation
• Service awards for staff with 5 to 35 years of service
• Minutes from Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Heritage Markham, Milliken Sub-Committee, and Varley-McKay Art Foundation
• Confidential items: OLT appeals for Yonge/Steeles corridor, 36-48 Steeles Ave E & 37-49 Highland Park Blvd, and Angus Glen Secondary Plan

The Development Services Committee received a presentation on Markham's draft Age Friendly Design Guidelines, which will guide accessible design for new and redeveloping communities, with final guidelines expected in September. The committee also received an update on the implementation of Inclusionary Zoning, including preliminary findings on financial viability in Langstaff, Markham Centre, and Cornell, and directed staff to proceed. Several consent reports and committee minutes were received for information, and service awards were presented to staff. No substantive decisions were made beyond receiving reports and presentations.

• Received draft Age Friendly Design Guidelines presentation (carried)
• Received update on Inclusionary Zoning implementation and authorized staff to proceed (carried)
• Received minutes of Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (April 21, May 19, 2022) (carried)
• Received minutes of Heritage Markham Committee (May 11, June 8, 2022) (carried)
• Received minutes of Milliken Mills Sub-Committee (June 9, 2022) (carried)
• Received minutes of Varley-McKay Art Foundation (April 11, May 9, 2022) (carried)
• Approved minutes of June 7 and June 13, 2022 meetings (carried)
• Consented to bring forward three confidential litigation items to June 28 Council meeting (carried)

Markham Public Library Board

This agenda for the Markham Public Library Board meeting on June 27, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

The Markham Public Library Board held its regular meeting on June 27, 2022, and approved several routine items, including the agenda, minutes, and consent agenda. The board received reports on the CEO's highlights, Markham Centre update, and internal monitoring reports on budgeting, community relations, compensation, and communication. A key decision was to delegate all board decisions over the summer to the Chair and Vice-Chair, and to continue virtual meetings for September, October, and November.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Confirmed May 30, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Approved consent agenda items 2.2 to 2.4.5 (carried)
• Received CEO's Highlights June 2022 report (carried)
• Received Markham Centre Update June 2022 report (carried)
• Received internal monitoring reports EL-2c, EL-2h, EL-2i, EL-2j (all carried)
• Delegated summer board decisions to Chair and Vice-Chair (carried)
• Agreed to continue virtual meetings for Sept, Oct, Nov 2022 (carried)

Environmental Advisory Committee

This agenda contains only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE meeting management system and no actual agenda items, reports, or decisions. The meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2022, but no substantive business is listed.

The Markham Environmental Advisory Committee (MEAC) adopted the minutes from its May 26, 2022 meeting as distributed. The committee discussed the federal single-use plastics ban, the 'Get Your Lawn Off Gas!' project, and its own structure, including a desire for more councillor involvement and youth recruitment. No formal decisions were made beyond adopting the minutes and adjourning.

• Adopted minutes of May 26, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 PM (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on June 22, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items, such as specific applications, hearings, or decisions. The document provides no details on what will be discussed or decided.

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting received preliminary reports and public deputations for two large mixed-use developments along Highway 7, one at 3075-3175 Highway 7 (Ward 8) and another at 8505/8601 Warden Ave and 3760/3828 Hwy 7 E (Ward 3). Both applications were referred back to staff for further reports and recommendations. No final approvals were granted; the meeting was procedural, focused on gathering public input.

• Received deputations and written submissions for Calloway REIT development (Ward 8)
• Referred Calloway REIT application (PLAN 21 139782) back to staff for report
• Received deputations and written submissions for Unionville Square development (Ward 3)
• Referred Unionville Square application (PLAN 21 139592) back to staff for report

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is reviewing staff recommendations to award contracts for construction and design work, including a $590,483.80 contract for Yonge & Grandview Park construction and a $1,204,735.62 design contract for Markham Village flood control. The committee will also consider a digital banner sign agreement with RCC Media Inc. and receive various York Region communications. Several items are routine approvals of minutes and staff-awarded contracts.

• Award $590,483.80 contract to Quality Property Services for Yonge & Grandview Park construction
• Award $1,204,735.62 design contract to R.V. Anderson Associates for Markham Village flood control Phase 1
• Award $386,118.14 contract to Nadelec Contracting Inc. for Fairtree Cricket Pitch lighting
• Authorize negotiations for digital overpass banner sign agreement with RCC Media Inc.
• Receive 11 York Region communications including development charges and affordable housing reports

The General Committee approved in principle the implementation of digital bridge overpass banner signs on CN railway bridges, authorizing staff to negotiate and finalize an agreement with RCC Media Inc. for installation and maintenance. The approval includes a requirement for staff to report back on July 14 with responses to inquiries about safety, illumination, and alternate locations. Several deputations opposed the banners citing safety and environmental concerns. The committee also approved multiple construction contracts, including for Yonge & Grandview Park, Markham Village flood control, and Fairtree Cricket Pitch lighting.

• Approved digital overpass banner signs on CN bridges, authorized agreement with RCC Media Inc.
• Awarded $590,483.80 contract to Quality Property Services for Yonge & Grandview Park construction
• Awarded $1,204,735.62 design contract to R.V. Anderson Associates for Markham Village flood control
• Awarded $386,118.14 contract to Nadelec Contracting Inc. for Fairtree Cricket Pitch lighting
• Received York Region communications on development charges, affordable housing, and other topics
• Confirmed minutes of June 7 and June 8, 2022 General Committee meetings
• Acknowledged Lifesaving Society commendation nominations for seven staff members

Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on June 20, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

The Advisory Committee on Accessibility approved the May 16, 2022 minutes as presented. Members discussed accessibility features for the Kirkham Garden expansion and provided recommendations for the Unionville Festival, including ramps, accessible washrooms, and wayfinding signage. No formal decisions were made on these topics; they were discussion items.

• Approved May 16, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Referred Civic Centre Audit outstanding and completed task lists back to Audit Subcommittee
• Discussed Kirkham Garden expansion accessibility (no formal decision)
• Provided accessibility recommendations for Unionville Festival (no formal decision)

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The provided document contains only procedural metadata and software interface text. There are no specific topics, decisions, or discussions listed for the June 16, 2022, meeting.

The Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved a motion recommending Markham Council study winter pedestrian safety and service levels on sidewalks and roads without sidewalks, with a report due by October 1, 2022. The committee also received updates on the School Street Pilot, the Active Transportation Master Plan, and other projects. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion recommending Council study winter pedestrian safety (carried)
• Approved minutes from May 19, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Approved agenda modification to include longer distance bicycle trail discussion and Unionville Main Street updates

Animal Care Committee

The provided document contains only procedural software interface text and does not list any specific agenda items, proposals, or decisions for the June 15, 2022, meeting.

The committee approved the May 18, 2022 meeting minutes as presented. New council-appointed members were welcomed, and the committee discussed updates on animal services programs, outreach events, and action items. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved May 18, 2022 meeting minutes (carried)
• Welcomed new council-appointed members
• Discussed follow-up on German Mills Meadow signage and snow fences
• Removed action item about fox family incident from outstanding list
• Scheduled next meeting for September 21, 2022

Council Meeting

Council is adopting new sustainability metrics for development applications to be implemented by Q1 2023. The meeting also includes decisions on a $53.5M cycling capital plan and a zoning amendment for 39 townhouses on 14th Avenue.

• Adoption of Sustainability Metrics for new development applications starting Q1 2023
• Approval of 39 townhouse units at 4781, 4791, 4801, and 4813 14th Avenue
• $53.5M estimated capital plan for Active Transportation Master Plan implementation
• $631,924.65 contract award to Greenspace Construction Inc. for SWM pond sediment cleaning
• Authorization of 2023 interim property tax levy

Council adopted the Sustainability Metrics as a green development standard, setting minimum threshold scores for various development types, to be implemented by Q1 2023. They also approved a zoning by-law amendment for 39 townhouse units on 14th Avenue, endorsed the Active Transportation Master Plan implementation, and authorized the 2023 interim tax levy.

• Adopted Sustainability Metrics for green development standard (carried)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for 39 townhouse units at 4781-4813 14th Ave (By-law 2022-76)
• Endorsed Active Transportation Master Plan implementation with $53.5M capital plan (carried)
• Authorized 2023 interim tax levy (By-law 2022-77)
• Awarded SWM pond sediment cleaning contract to Greenspace Construction Inc. for $631,924.65
• Approved Markham Environmental Sustainability Fund grants totaling $34,212
• Endorsed Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study Final Report
• Approved appointments to Animal Care Committee and Joint Compliance Audit Committee

Unionville Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Unionville Sub-Committee meeting on June 14, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

The Unionville Sub-Committee met to discuss the Main Street Unionville Revitalization Project, focusing on construction impacts and community engagement. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with staff gathering input from committee members. Staff will present options at a second set of meetings after analyzing stakeholder feedback.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational
• Staff to advise on indigenous group consultation for the project
• Staff to prepare definitive construction answers for June 23 public meeting
• Staff to consider additional UBIA meeting due to poor turnout
• Staff to inquire about offsite construction equipment storage
• Staff to ask consultant about defined parking lot/laneway entrance

Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham

This agenda for the Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham meeting 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.

The board approved the Ontario Arts Council operating grant application and a new foundation logo. They also noted the MOU will be ready by fall and received updates on staffing, exhibitions, and programs.

• Approved Ontario Arts Council operating grant application (carried)
• Approved new Varley-McKay Art Foundation logo (carried)
• Approved minutes of May 9, 2022 meeting (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is reviewing the final report for the Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study. The committee is also considering a $947,541.66 funding allocation for utility relocations related to the Highway 404 mid-block crossing.

• Approval of $947,541.66 for Highway 404 mid-block crossing utility relocation work
• Endorsement of Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study final report
• Proposal to accept underground stormwater management facilities as an alternative to open ponds
• Presentation by Anand Vihar regarding municipal land for affordable senior housing
• Review of the Yonge North Subway Extension funding and land value capture report

The Development Services Committee endorsed the Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study, which will guide future development along Yonge Street in Markham. It also approved permitting underground stormwater management tanks for two draft-approved subdivisions in the Robinson Glen Secondary Plan, subject to negotiations on parkland credits and financial contributions. The committee received a deputation from Anand Vihar, a charity seeking municipal land for affordable seniors' housing, and referred the matter to a future meeting. A motion to make the Yonge Corridor study a public meeting was lost.

• Endorsed Yonge Corridor Land Use and Built Form Study (carried)
• Permitted underground stormwater tanks in Robinson Glen subdivisions (carried)
• Referred Anand Vihar affordable housing land request to future meeting (carried)
• Approved $947,541.66 for Highway 404 utility relocations (carried)
• Motion to make Yonge Corridor study a public meeting lost
• Confirmed minutes of May 24, 26, and 30 meetings (carried)

Milliken Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Markham Milliken Sub-Committee meeting on June 9, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Milliken Sub-Committee received presentations and public deputations on a proposed 31-townhouse development at 7647 Kennedy Road by Glen Rouge Homes, but made no decision on the application. The item was deferred from the May 10, 2022 Development Services Committee, and the applicant has appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal due to lack of decision. The committee approved the previous minutes and received the presentations and deputations, with staff to report on the city's legal position for the OLT.

• Approved minutes from January 28, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received presentations on proposed townhouse development at 7647 Kennedy Road (carried)
• Received deputations and written submission by Daryl De Souza (carried)

General Committee Meeting

This General Committee meeting is largely procedural, with a call to order, land acknowledgement, and disclosure of interests. The only substantive item is a motion to enter a confidential session to discuss litigation or potential litigation, including an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal by Lui Hui regarding 14 Ramona Boulevard in Ward 4.

• Confidential session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(e) for litigation matters
• OLT appeal - Lui Hui - 14 Ramona Boulevard (Ward 4)

The General Committee held a confidential session to discuss litigation or potential litigation, including an Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) appeal by Lui Hui regarding 14 Ramona Boulevard (Ward 4). The committee consented to place this item on the June 14, 2022, confidential Council meeting agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Consented to place OLT appeal - Lui Hui - 14 Ramona Boulevard (Ward 4) on June 14, 2022 confidential Council agenda

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review several heritage permit, building permit, and site plan applications affecting properties in Markham's heritage conservation districts. The committee will consider recommendations on a proposed demolition and new dwelling at 83 John Street, a garage and veranda at 25 Colborne Street, an addition at 3 Victoria Lane, and a rear addition at 25 Victoria Avenue. It will also receive information on delegated approvals and a severance application at 36 Washington Street, and hear an update on options for the building at 7951 Yonge Street.

• No objection to demolition of existing dwelling and new two-storey dwelling with integrated garage at 83 John Street (Thornhill HCD)
• No objection to reinstatement of front veranda and two-car garage at 25 Colborne Street (Thornhill HCD)
• No objection to addition at 3 Victoria Lane (Unionville HCD), with delegation of final review to staff
• Recommendation to revise rear addition at 25 Victoria Avenue (Unionville HCD) to better reflect heritage dwelling, retain historic front porch
• Recommendation to secure Heritage Easement Agreement as condition of severance approval for 36 Washington Street (Markham Village HCD)

The Heritage Markham Committee voted to oppose the demolition of the existing dwelling at 83 John Street in the Thornhill Heritage Conservation District, despite staff's opinion that it is not a significant heritage resource. The committee requested staff work with the owner to explore preservation options. Other decisions included supporting a two-car garage and veranda reinstatement at 25 Colborne Street, and approving an addition at 3 Victoria Lane with conditions.

• Opposed demolition of 83 John Street dwelling (Carried)
• Requested staff work with owner to preserve 83 John Street (Carried)
• No objection to two-car garage and veranda at 25 Colborne Street (Carried)
• No objection to addition at 3 Victoria Lane, with parking pad removal (Carried)
• Did not support front veranda alteration at 25 Victoria Avenue, requested revisions (Carried)
• Supported skeletal roof structure for AC unit at 139 Main Street (Carried)
• Received update on 7951 Yonge Street preservation options (Carried)
• Received information on delegated permits and severance application (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on June 8, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to consider routine approvals, including a $695,117.12 contract for cleaning two stormwater ponds, a 2023 interim property tax levy, and closure of capital projects with surplus funds. It will also receive updates on capital project status, environmental sustainability fund grants, and York Region transportation infrastructure.

• Award $631,924.65 contract to Greenspace Construction Inc. for SWM pond sediment cleaning (IDs #47 and #119), plus $63,192.47 contingency, total $695,117.12
• Authorize 2023 interim property tax levy by-law
• Close capital projects and transfer $4,320,002 in surplus funds to original funding sources
• Approve $34,212 in Markham Environmental Sustainability Fund grants for community gardens and LDD burlap kits
• Receive York Region comments on Ontario Bill 109 (More Homes for Everyone Plan)

The General Committee approved the closure of completed capital projects and transferred surplus funds totaling $4,320,002, plus $347,100 for closed or uninitiated projects, back to their original funding sources. They also topped up several capital contingency reserves and authorized new capital projects. Additionally, they awarded a $631,924.65 contract for stormwater pond sediment cleaning and approved the 2023 interim tax levy.

• Approved closure of capital projects with surplus funds, transferring $4,320,002 to original sources
• Approved closure of projects not or partially initiated, transferring $347,100 to original sources
• Topped up five capital contingency projects from reserves (total $582,728)
• Approved new capital projects including Cornell CC Glycol Cooling Loop System ($37,504)
• Authorized 2023 interim tax levy by-law
• Awarded $631,924.65 contract to Greenspace Construction Inc. for SWM pond sediment cleaning
• Approved $34,212 in Markham Environmental Sustainability Fund grants for community gardens and burlap kits
• Confirmed confidential minutes and deferred OLT appeal item to June 8 meeting

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Committee held public meetings for three zoning applications: 17 townhouses at 330-336 Steeles Ave E, two semi-detached dwellings at 157 Henderson Ave, and two affordable rental buildings at Donald Cousens Pkwy and 14th Ave. All three applications were referred back to staff for reports and recommendations. No final decisions were made; the committee received reports, deputations, and written submissions.

• Referred Orchdale Homes' 17-townhouse application at 330-336 Steeles Ave E to staff (carried)
• Referred HB Developments' two semi-detached dwellings at 157 Henderson Ave to staff (carried)
• Referred York Region's affordable housing application at Donald Cousens Pkwy and 14th Ave to staff (carried)

Race Relations Committee

The Race Relations Committee approved a recommendation to request Council increase its membership to allow appointment of an Indigenous community member. The committee also welcomed new members, heard from the City's communications team and the South Asian and Tamil Women's Collective, and discussed the upcoming Diversity Action Plan launch.

• Adopted June 6, 2022 agenda (carried)
• Confirmed May 9, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Approved recommendation to Council to increase membership for Indigenous community member (moved, seconded, carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:57 PM (carried)

Council Meeting

The Council meeting addressed the 2022 tax rates and levy totaling over $786 million for the City, Region of York, and Province. Other key items included approving grant funding for Celebrate Markham and awarding a contract for new plow trucks.

• Approval of 2022 Tax Rates and Levy totaling $786,656,638
• Award of $471,410.40 contract to Downtown Autogroup for four three-ton flatbeds with plows
• Approval of $309,150 in Celebrate Markham Grant Program funding for 66 applicants
• Special occasion liquor permit extensions for Markham Village BIA businesses during music festival
• Approval of $374,170 in tax cancellations, reductions, or refunds

Council approved the 2022 tax rates and levy by-law totaling $786,656,638, including $169,403,513 for the City of Markham. Council also enacted a new Community Benefits Charge by-law and a series of development charge by-laws (2022-48 to 2022-72) effective June 17, 2022, based on the 2022 Development Charges Background Study. Additionally, Council approved the Celebrate Markham Grant Program funding of $309,150 for 66 applicants, plus an extra $20,000 for the Thursday Nights at the Bandstand event.

• Approved 2022 tax levy by-law totaling $786,656,638 (By-law 2022-73)
• Enacted Community Benefits Charge by-law effective May 31, 2022 (By-law 2022-48)
• Enacted 24 development charge by-laws (city-wide and area-specific) effective June 17, 2022 (By-laws 2022-49 to 2022-72)
• Approved Celebrate Markham grants totaling $309,150 for 66 applicants
• Approved additional $20,000 for Thursday Nights at the Bandstand event
• Approved $30,000 in Designated Heritage Property Grants for 8 properties
• Approved $25,000 in Commercial Façade Improvement Grants for 5 properties
• Deferred zoning by-law amendment for 4551 Elgin Mills Rd E at applicant's request (By-law 2022-74)

Markham Public Library Board

This agenda for the Markham Public Library Board meeting on May 30, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.

The Markham Public Library Board approved its 2023 operating budget of $15,572,985 in expenditures and $1,147,120 in income, along with a $14,425,865 City grant, and adopted a $3,146,000 capital budget. The Board also received the clean 2022 audited financial statements and authorized the Chair to sign them. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved 2023 operating budget with $15,572,985 expenditures and $1,147,120 income
• Approved 2023 capital budget of $3,146,000
• Approved 2022 financial statements and authorized Chair to sign
• Received CEO's Highlights May 2023 report
• Received Markham Centre Update May 2023 report
• Received EL-2d Financial Condition monitoring report
• Confirmed April 24, 2023 minutes
• Approved consent agenda

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is deciding on several development and infrastructure items, including adopting new sustainability metrics for green development, approving a zoning amendment for 39 townhouses on 14th Avenue, and receiving updates on the Victoria Square Boulevard project and the Active Transportation Master Plan. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and service awards.

• Adopt Sustainability Metrics as a green development standard, with minimum scores for subdivisions (27) and site plans (41, 55 for high-rise), replacing LEED Silver for medium/high-rise
• Approve zoning by-law amendment for 39 townhouse units at 4781-4813 14th Avenue (Ward 8)
• Increase purchase orders for Victoria Square Boulevard design and utility relocation by $296,646.91 and $700,512.08 respectively
• Endorse Active Transportation Master Plan 10-year capital plan at $53.5M, with $22.3M from development charges
• Approve $30,000 in designated heritage property grants and $25,000 in commercial facade improvement grants

The committee approved the implementation of sustainability metrics as a green development standard, setting minimum scores for subdivisions and site plans, and replacing LEED Silver for medium/high-rise buildings. It also approved a zoning amendment for 39 townhouses on 14th Avenue, and endorsed the Active Transportation Master Plan capital plan. Heritage and commercial facade grants were approved, and additional funding for Victoria Square Boulevard was authorized.

• Adopted Sustainability Metrics with thresholds: 27 for subdivisions, 41 for low-rise site plans, 55 for medium/high-rise (replacing LEED Silver)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for 39 townhouse units at 4781-4813 14th Avenue
• Endorsed Active Transportation Master Plan capital plan at $53.5M
• Approved $30,000 in Designated Heritage Property Grants for 8 properties
• Approved $25,000 in Commercial Façade Improvement Grants for 5 properties
• Approved additional $296,646.91 for Victoria Square Boulevard design and $700,512.08 for utility relocation
• Received Markville Secondary Plan Study presentation

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The committee is receiving deputations, written submissions, and a presentation regarding the Provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community (TOC) proposal. The meeting includes a memorandum comparing the proposal to the Langstaff Secondary Plan and Parkland.

• Provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community (TOC) proposal presentation
• Memo: Bridge Station TOC Comparison to Langstaff Secondary Plan and Parkland

The Special Development Services Committee received deputations and communications opposing the Province of Ontario's Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community (TOC) proposal, which would alter the Langstaff Gateway Secondary Plan. No formal decisions were made; the committee only received the deputations, a memorandum, and a presentation. The proposal remains under provincial negotiation.

• Received communications from Dennis Choptiany, Marshall McCall, Graham Churchill, and Elisabeth Tan (carried)
• Received deputations from 12 individuals/groups opposing the Bridge Station TOC (carried)
• Received memorandum 'Bridge Station TOC Comparison to Langstaff Secondary Plan and Parkland' (carried)
• Received presentation 'Provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community Proposal' (carried)

Environmental Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Markham Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on May 26, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated template with no substantive content.

The Markham Environmental Advisory Committee met on May 26, 2022, and adopted the April 28 minutes. The committee discussed the 'Get Your Lawn Off Gas!' project, noting Home Depot's decision not to restart it this summer, and agreed to explore a 'No Mow May' program for 2023. Members also discussed reviewing the committee's structure and received an invitation to join York Region's Circular Economy Working Group. No formal decisions were made beyond adopting the minutes and adjourning.

• Adopted minutes of April 28, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Agreed to discuss 'No Mow May' as a possible 2023 project
• Agreed to explore MEAC structure review and provide feedback to Clerk's Office
• Adjourned at 8:05 PM (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on May 25, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. There are no listed applications, public hearings, or decisions to report.

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council meeting includes a confidential session to discuss a report from the May 17, 2022, Special General Committee Meeting. The discussion involves a proposed or pending acquisition of land by the City or a local board in Ward 1.

• Confidential discussion regarding proposed or pending land acquisition in Ward 1
• Three readings and enactment of By-law 2022-45 to confirm meeting proceedings

Council held a special meeting on May 24, 2022, and resolved into a confidential session to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition of land by the City or Local Board in Ward 1. After rising from confidential session, Council approved the item by a recorded vote of 10-2, authorizing staff to take all necessary actions to implement the resolution. The meeting also enacted By-law 2022-45 to confirm the proceedings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved confidential land acquisition/disposition in Ward 1, authorizing staff to proceed (10-2)
• Enacted By-law 2022-45 to confirm the proceedings of the special meeting (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

This is a public meeting of Markham's Development Services Committee to receive information reports on two zoning and subdivision applications. The committee is not voting on approvals but hearing public input on a proposed 12-storey residential building and a townhouse subdivision.

• Zoning by-law amendment for a 12-storey residential apartment building at 9999 Markham Road (File PLAN 21 147900)
• Subdivision application at 10-20 Fincham Avenue for 14 townhouse units and one single detached house (File PLAN 21 147883)

The Development Services Public Meeting heard two applications. The first, a zoning by-law amendment for a 12-storey apartment building at 9999 Markham Road, was referred back to staff for a report after the Markham Road-Mount Joy Secondary Plan is endorsed. The second, a subdivision application for 14 townhouses and one detached house at 10-20 Fincham Avenue, was approved, with conditions including bringing site plans back to committee and addressing traffic concerns.

• Referred 9999 Markham Road zoning amendment (12-storey apartment) back to staff (carried)
• Approved subdivision at 10-20 Fincham Avenue for 14 townhouses and one detached house (carried)
• Directed staff to bring site plans for Fincham Avenue development to committee
• Directed staff to address traffic concerns near St. Brother Andre Catholic High School

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee reviewed the 2022 Tax Rates and Levy By-law, which establishes a total levy of $786,656,638 across multiple taxing bodies. The meeting also addressed development charge studies, grant approvals for community programs, and vehicle procurement.

• Approval of 2022 Tax Rates and Levy By-law totaling $786,656,638
• Award of contract to Downtown Autogroup for four flatbeds with plows for $471,410.40
• Approval of $309,150 in Celebrate Markham Grant Program funding for 66 applicants
• Approval of amendments to the Tree Preservation By-law
• Authorization of tax write-offs totaling $129,347 for 2021

The General Committee approved the 2022 tax rates and levy by-law totaling $786,656,638, including the City of Markham's portion of $169,403,513. The committee also approved the 2022 Development Charges Background Study and Community Benefits Charges Strategy, including new by-laws effective June 17, 2022, and May 31, 2022, respectively. Additionally, the committee approved the Celebrate Markham Grant Program funding of $309,150 for 66 applicants, and endorsed amendments to the Tree Preservation By-law, including a review of hedge protection.

• Approved 2022 tax levy by-law totaling $786,656,638
• Approved 2022 Development Charges Background Study and new by-laws effective June 17, 2022
• Approved Community Benefits Charges Strategy and by-law effective May 31, 2022
• Approved Celebrate Markham Grant Program funding of $309,150 for 66 applicants
• Approved Tree Preservation By-law amendments in principle, including hedge protection review
• Approved $471,410.40 contract for four flatbed trucks with plows to Downtown Autogroup
• Approved $374,170 in tax adjustments under Municipal Act Sections 357 and 358
• Approved $129,347 in tax write-offs for 2021 under Section 354

Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on 2022-05-19 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 discussed trail safety improvements, including signage, lighting, and washrooms, with staff to review and report back. A micromobility framework presentation proposed a policy based on device weight and speed, with member feedback to be discussed in June. No formal decisions were made; items were either informational or deferred.

• Approved minutes from April 21, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Staff to review and report back on trail advisory signage at popular trail entry points
• Staff to consult with Asset Management on trail safety and lighting risk audit
• Deferred pedestrian subcommittee draft motion on winter sidewalk needs to June meeting
• Deferred micromobility framework discussion to June meeting for member feedback

Animal Care Committee

This agenda for the Markham Animal Care Committee meeting on May 18, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Markham Animal Care Committee approved its 2022 Annual Report and re-elected Areez Remtulla as Chair by acclamation. Members also discussed recruitment of new members, a follow-up on an incident at German Mills Meadow, and an upcoming presentation on the Cat Adoption & Education Centre. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 20, 2022 meeting minutes with minor editorial revisions (carried)
• Approved 2022 Animal Care Committee Annual Report (carried)
• Re-elected Areez Remtulla as Chair by acclamation

Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to adopt reports from the General Committee and Development Services Committee, including approvals for 2023 temporary borrowing and interim spending authority, several watermain and vehicle contracts, heritage designation amendments, and a directive to study student housing impacts near York University's new Markham Campus.

• 2023 Temporary Borrowing By-law up to $211,727,414 (Jan-Sep) and $105,863,707 (Oct-Dec)
• 2023 Interim Spending Authority: 50% of 2022 operating budgets ($211,727,414) plus $200,000 for Unionville BIA and $165,455 for Markham Village BIA
• Contract extension for Cathodic Protection of Iron Watermains with C.P. Systems totaling $2,867,644.88 over 2022-2025
• Award $5,278,291.20 to Rabcon Contractors for cast iron watermain replacement on Southdale Dr/Gladiator Rd/Walkerton Dr
• Award $1,711,000.78 to Camions Carl Thibault Inc. for two auxiliary fire vehicles

Council approved the 2023 temporary borrowing by-law and interim spending authority, allowing up to $211,727,414 for operating expenditures and temporary borrowing limits for 2023. It also awarded contracts for watermain replacement and fire vehicles, and directed staff to study student housing impacts near York University's Markham Campus.

• Approved 2023 temporary borrowing by-law up to $211,727,414 (Jan-Sep) and $105,863,707 (Oct-Dec) (carried)
• Approved 50% of 2022 operating budgets as 2023 interim spending authority, $211,727,414 (carried)
• Approved 50% of 2022 BIA budgets: $200,000 for Unionville BIA, $165,455 for Markham Village BIA (carried)
• Extended cathodic protection watermain contract with C.P. Systems for 4 years, 2022 award $621,851.70 (carried)
• Awarded cast iron watermain replacement contract to Rabcon Contractors Ltd. for $5,278,291.20 (carried)
• Awarded supply of two auxiliary fire vehicles to Camions Carl Thibault Inc. for $1,711,000.78 (carried)
• Directed staff to report on student housing implications near York University Markham Campus (carried)
• Approved deferral of Parya Trillium Foundation development charges for five years (carried)

Special General Committee Meeting

This is a special General Committee meeting with a short agenda. The main item is a confidential session to discuss a proposed or pending land acquisition by the city in Ward 1, under the Municipal Act. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Confidential session on proposed/pending acquisition of land by city (Ward 1)

The Special General Committee held a confidential session to discuss a proposed land acquisition in Ward 1 and consented to place the item on the May 24, 2022 Confidential Council Meeting agenda for further consideration. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting otherwise handled procedural matters.

• Consented to place proposed land acquisition (Ward 1) on May 24, 2022 Confidential Council agenda
• Recessed for lunch and reconvened (carried)
• Convened into confidential session (carried)
• Adjourned confidential session at 4:11 PM (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:13 PM (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is reviewing a recommendation to update the Unionville Special Policy Area boundaries, which would then be sent to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the Province for endorsement. The committee will also hear a presentation from York Region on its 2022 Transportation Master Plan, consider a development charges deferral request from Parya Trillium Foundation, and receive updates on the patio extension program, road safety strategic plan, and the 2022 public art work plan.

• Unionville Special Policy Area boundary update (File No. PLAN 21 139260, Wards 3 & 4)
• York Region 2022 Transportation Master Plan presentation
• Development charges deferral request from Parya Trillium Foundation
• Patio extension program report
• Road Safety Strategic Plan development update

The Development Services Committee endorsed updated Unionville Special Policy Area boundaries and forwarded them to the TRCA and province for approval. It also approved a five-year deferral of Markham's development charges for the Parya Trillium Foundation, directed staff to prepare a temporary patio extension by-law, and approved collaboration with York Region on a Road Safety Strategic Plan.

• Endorsed Unionville Special Policy Area boundary update, forwarded to TRCA and province (carried)
• Approved 5-year deferral of Markham development charges for Parya Trillium Foundation, no interest or letter of credit (carried)
• Directed staff to prepare temporary zoning by-law for patio extensions until Dec 31, 2023 (carried)
• Approved collaboration with York Region to develop Road Safety Strategic Plan (carried)
• Directed staff to review speed hump policy and implement temporary traffic calming measures (carried)
• Approved Markham Public Art 2022 Work Plan (carried)
• Requested York Region revise TMP for updated Thornhill population figures (carried)
• Requested York Region study grade separations for Stouffville GO corridor (carried)

Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee

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The Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee approved the April 25, 2022 minutes and referred audit lists back to the Audit Subcommittee. They discussed plans for the June 1 National AccessAbility Week event, including a post-event survey. The committee agreed to proceed with an audit of the Thornhill Community Center and Thornhill Seniors Club. No formal motions were passed beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved April 25, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Referred Civic Centre Audit outstanding/completed lists to Audit Subcommittee
• Agreed to audit Thornhill Community Center and Thornhill Seniors Club
• Agreed to consider Vice Chair selection at June 2022 meeting
• Agreed to consider engagement survey at June 2022 meeting

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to consider a demolition permit for 7951 Yonge Street, a property on the heritage register, and will decide whether it should be conserved or demolished. The committee will also review several heritage permit applications and grant requests for facade and designated heritage property improvements.

• Demolition application for 7951 Yonge St, Thornhill
• Heritage permits for 23 Victoria Ave, 210 Main St, 6041 Hwy 7 E, 7667 14th Ave, 5 George St
• New front yard fence with brick piers at 11 Eliza St, Thornhill
• Storefront awning at 193 Main St, Unionville
• Facade grants up to $8,755.22 for 166 Main St Unionville and 9899 Markham Rd

The Heritage Markham Committee received deputations and discussed a demolition application for 7951 Yonge Street, Thornhill, a property listed on the Markham Register. After discussion, the applicant agreed to withdraw the demolition application and work with City staff and Councillor Irish over the next 30 days to explore alternative options. The committee also approved several heritage permit applications and grant recommendations.

• Demolition application for 7951 Yonge St withdrawn by applicant for 30-day discussion (Carried)
• Approved agenda as amended (Carried)
• Received minutes of April 13, 2022 meeting (Carried)
• Received deputations on 7951 Yonge St demolition (Carried)
• No objection to storefront awning at 193 Main St Unionville (Carried)
• Supported facade improvement grants for 5 properties, denied 2 (Carried)
• Supported 8 designated heritage property grants totaling $30,000, denied 1 (Carried)
• Supported attendance at Ontario Heritage Conference up to $2,000 (Carried)

Markham Sub-Committee

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The Markham Sub-Committee received the 2021 Swan Lake water quality report and presentations from staff, Friends of Swan Lake Park (FOSLP), and York University. It approved a motion to receive the reports, refer the FOSLP and York University proposals to staff, and request a staff report on the feasibility of designating Swan Lake a natural heritage asset through the Official Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received staff report on Swan Lake 2021 water quality status and updates
• Referred FOSLP action plan and York University charcoal filter research to staff
• Requested staff report on feasibility of designating Swan Lake a natural heritage asset via Official Plan

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee reviewed a zoning amendment for a new townhouse development and discussed heritage strategies for North District employment lands. The committee also considered a motion to study the impact of student housing near the upcoming York University Markham Campus.

• Approval of 31 townhouse units at 7647 Kennedy Road (Ward 8)
• Endorsement of Cultural Heritage Resource Strategy for North District Employment Lands
• Amendments to heritage designation by-laws for 10 specific properties
• Presentation on Markham Park Acquisition Strategy rate scenarios
• Motion to study potential implications of student housing near York University

The Development Services Committee approved a zoning by-law amendment for 31 townhouse units at 7647 Kennedy Road, despite resident opposition. The committee also endorsed a cultural heritage resources strategy for the North District Employment Lands and directed staff to study student housing impacts near York University's Markham Campus. The park acquisition strategy was referred to a special workshop for further analysis.

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 31 townhouse units at 7647 Kennedy Road (carried)
• Endorsed Cultural Heritage Resources Strategy for North District Employment Lands (carried)
• Directed staff to initiate Official Plan Amendment for heritage policies in MiX area (carried)
• Directed staff to investigate cost-sharing for heritage resource relocation and relocating Raymer-Wambold House (carried)
• Amended Heritage Designation By-laws for 10 properties to correct legal descriptions (carried)
• Referred Markham Park Acquisition Strategy to Special Workshop for further analysis (carried)
• Directed staff to report on student housing implications around York University Markham Campus (carried)
• Received minutes of Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Heritage Markham Committee, Theatre Board, and Development Services Public Meeting (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Committee is reviewing preliminary reports for two zoning by-law amendments. These include a proposal for three industrial warehouse buildings at 1 Steelcase Road West and a development for 115 residential units at Russell Dawson Road.

• Zoning amendment for three industrial warehouse buildings at 1 Steelcase Road West
• Zoning amendment for 115 residential units at Russell Dawson Road

The Development Services Committee held a public meeting on May 10, 2022, to consider two zoning by-law amendment applications. The first, by Steelcase Road West Holdings Inc., proposes three industrial warehouse buildings at 1 Steelcase Road West; the committee received the report and referred the application back to staff for a report and recommendation. The second, by Green City Development Group Inc., proposes 115 residential units (revised to 108) at Russell Dawson Road; the committee referred this application to a Unionville Sub-Committee meeting in September 2022. No final decisions were made on either application.

• Received preliminary report for Steelcase Road West Holdings Inc. zoning amendment (carried)
• Referred Steelcase Road West Holdings Inc. application back to staff for report and recommendation (carried)
• Referred Green City Development Group Inc. application to Unionville Sub-Committee meeting in September 2022 (carried)

Race Relations Committee

This agenda for the Markham, ON Race Relations Committee meeting on 2022-05-09 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

The Race Relations Committee adopted its agenda and minutes, and heard a presentation on the 1923 Williams Treaties centenary. It recommended that Council increase committee membership to include an Indigenous community member. No other substantive decisions were made; updates on the Diversity Action Plan and recruitment were noted.

• Adopted May 2, 2022 agenda (carried)
• Approved March 7, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Recommended Council increase membership for Indigenous appointment
• Adjourned at 7:53 PM (carried)

Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham

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The Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham board approved the minutes from the April 11, 2022 meeting. The meeting included reports on the successful Virtual Vintages event, grant applications, staffing updates, and upcoming exhibitions and programs. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of April 11, 2022 meeting (carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is reviewing several financial and infrastructure items, including a $5.2 million contract for watermain replacement and interim spending authorities for 2023. The meeting also includes receiving York Region communications and various committee minutes.

• Award of $5,278,291.20 contract to Rabcon Contractors Ltd. for cast iron watermain replacement
• Approval of 2023 interim spending authority for 50% of the City's 2022 operating budgets, totaling $211,727,414
• Contract extension for cathodic protection of iron watermains with C.P. Systems through 2025
• Award of $1,711,000.78 for two auxiliary vehicles to Camions Carl Thibault Inc.
• Authorization of a 2023 Temporary Borrowing By-law for amounts up to $211,727,414

The General Committee approved several contracts and financial items, including a $5.8M cast iron watermain replacement contract and a $1.7M fire vehicle purchase. The committee also approved 2023 interim spending authority and temporary borrowing limits. A motion to use Zoom's Immersive View was lost.

• Approved $5,806,120.32 cast iron watermain replacement contract (Carried)
• Approved $1,711,000.78 contract for two fire auxiliary vehicles (Carried)
• Approved 2023 temporary borrowing up to $211,727,414 (Carried)
• Approved 50% of 2022 operating budget as 2023 interim spending authority (Carried)
• Approved $200,000 Unionville BIA and $165,455 Markham Village BIA interim budgets (Carried)
• Extended cathodic protection watermain contract 4 years, $2.87M total (Carried)
• Lost motion to use Zoom Immersive View for meetings (Lost)
• Received York Region communications and various board minutes (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on May 4, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed.

Seniors Advisory Committee

The provided document contains only procedural software interface text and does not list any specific agenda items, discussions, or decisions for this meeting.

The Seniors Advisory Committee heard a presentation on the Markham Age Friendly Design Guidelines from Urban Strategies and discussed recommendations on parks, traffic signals, and accessibility. No formal decisions were made; the approval of previous minutes was deferred, and next steps include further stakeholder meetings and presenting the guidelines to the Development Services Committee.

• Deferred approval of November 18, 2021 minutes to next meeting
• Discussed park guidelines for washrooms, equipment, and gathering areas
• Discussed traffic signal timing and pedestrian crossing recommendations for York Region
• Discussed safety measures for shared cycling and pedestrian trails
• Discussed making guidelines mandatory or partially mandatory for developers
• Discussed potential retrofitting pilot for accessible homes
• Discussed affordable housing for seniors

Council Meeting

Markham Council is deciding on several items, including approving a large retirement home complex, adopting the 2021 financial statements, and increasing parking permit fees. Council will also consider a motion to reject the Province's Transit Oriented Community agreement for Bridge Station and direct staff to continue negotiating. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, proclamations, and by-laws.

• Approval of Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for a 1,081-unit independent living retirement home at 3912 and 3928 Highway 7 East (Ward 3)
• Approval of 2021 Consolidated Financial Statements, including audit findings from KPMG LLP
• Increase of monthly overnight parking permit fee to $57.00, effective June 1, 2022
• Approval of 2022 operating budgets: $400,000 for Unionville BIA and $330,910 for Markham Village BIA
• Motion to not execute the Provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community Agreement-in-Principle and continue negotiations

Council voted not to execute the provincial Agreement-in-Principle for the Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community, citing inconsistencies with city interests, and directed staff to continue negotiations. It also passed a motion requesting the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing revoke the April 14 Minister's Zoning Order. Separately, Council approved a 1,081-unit retirement home complex at 3912 and 3928 Highway 7 East, the Diversity and Anti-Black Racism Action Plans, and a monthly parking permit fee increase to $57.00.

• Rejected provincial Bridge Station TOC Agreement-in-Principle; directed staff to negotiate (carried as amended)
• Requested revocation of April 14 Minister's Zoning Order for TOCs (12-0)
• Approved Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 1,081-unit retirement home at 3912/3928 Highway 7 East (11-2)
• Approved Diversity and Anti-Black Racism Action Plans (13-0)
• Approved monthly overnight parking permit fee increase to $57.00, effective June 1, 2022
• Approved 2022 UBIA operating budget of $400,000 and MVBIA budget of $330,910
• Extended janitorial cleaning contract with National Cleaning Contractors for 2 years at $586,031.66/year
• Approved 2021 Consolidated Financial Statements

Markham Public Library Board

This agenda for the Markham Public Library Board meeting on April 25, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Markham Public Library Board approved its 2022 operating budget of $13,671,808 in City grant, with library income of $1,147,120 and operating expenditures of $14,818,928, and a capital budget of $2,990,200. The board also adopted a new Library and Political Elections Policy and directed staff to investigate funding for fabric for a Canadian Library project. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved 2022 operating budget with $13,671,808 City grant (carried)
• Approved 2022 capital budget of $2,990,200 (carried)
• Adopted Library and Political Elections Policy (2022) (carried)
• Directed staff to investigate funding sources for fabric for Canadian Library project (carried)
• Received CEO's Highlights report (carried)
• Received Internal Monitoring Report on EL-2e Asset Protection (carried)
• Received Strategic Plan Update (carried)
• Ratified in-camera motions (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to decide on a zoning by-law amendment for 31 townhouse units at 7647 Kennedy Road, receive updates on development approval process improvements, and discuss a proposed agreement for the Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community. The committee will also consider a motion to study student housing impacts near the future York University Markham Campus. Several items are routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 31 townhouse units at 7647 Kennedy Road (Ward 8)
• Update on Streamline Development Approval Fund and process improvements
• Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community Program Agreement-in-Principle
• Motion to study student housing impacts near York University Markham Campus
• United Way donation presentation

The Development Services Committee voted to reject the provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community (TOC) Agreement-in-Principle (AIP) as proposed, directing staff to continue negotiating and report back to Council. The committee also deferred a zoning by-law amendment for 31 townhouses at 7647 Kennedy Road to May 10, 2022, and referred a motion on student housing impacts to the same meeting. Minutes from previous meetings were confirmed, and a $82,000 United Way donation was presented.

• Rejected provincial Bridge Station TOC Agreement-in-Principle (carried)
• Deferred Glen Rouge Homes zoning amendment for 31 townhouses at 7647 Kennedy Road to May 10, 2022 (carried)
• Referred student housing impact motion to May 10, 2022 committee (carried)
• Received update on Streamline Development Approval Fund and process improvements (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of April 5 and April 11, 2022 committee meetings (carried)
• Received communications regarding 7647 Kennedy Road item (carried)
• Received Varley-McKay Art Foundation minutes (carried)
• Received deputations on Bridge Station TOC (carried)

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee received a presentation regarding the Markham Parkland Acquisition Study. The committee also noted an update regarding the Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community Minister's Zoning Order, which was walked on during the meeting.

• Presentation: Markham Parkland Acquisition Study draft strategy
• Update: Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community Minister's Zoning Order

Animal Care Committee

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Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on April 20, 2022, 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.

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting will hear preliminary reports on two zoning and official plan amendment applications for mixed-use developments in Ward 5. The proposals include a two-building project at 9781 Markham Road and a 30-storey building at 77 Anderson Avenue. No final decisions are being made at this preliminary stage.

• Preliminary report for zoning by-law amendment by 9781 Markham Road Limited Partnership for two buildings of 31 and 27 storeys at 9781 Markham Road (Ward 5)
• Preliminary report for official plan and zoning by-law amendments by Meadow Park Investments (BT) Ltd. for a 30-storey mixed-use building at 77 Anderson Avenue (Ward 5)

The Development Services Public Meeting received preliminary reports for two proposed mixed-use developments: a 32 and 27-storey project at 9781 Markham Road and a 30-storey building at 77 Anderson Avenue. Both applications were referred back to staff for further evaluation, pending endorsement of a land use concept plan for the Markham Road Corridor – Mount Joy Secondary Plan. No final decisions were made on either application at this meeting.

• Received preliminary report for 9781 Markham Road mixed-use development (32 and 27 storeys)
• Referred 9781 Markham Road zoning application back to staff for further evaluation
• Received preliminary report for 77 Anderson Avenue 30-storey mixed-use building
• Referred 77 Anderson Avenue Official Plan and zoning applications back to staff for further evaluation
• Convened into confidential session regarding April 20, 2022 Provincial Press Conference in Thornhill

General Committee Meeting

Markham's General Committee is meeting to consider several staff recommendations, including approving the 2021 draft consolidated financial statements, adopting Diversity and Anti-Black Racism Action Plans, and increasing monthly overnight parking permit fees. The committee will also review BIA operating budgets, a janitorial contract extension, and a drinking water inspection report. A confidential session is scheduled to discuss a proposed land acquisition in Ward 1.

• Approve 2021 Consolidated Financial Statements, including KPMG audit findings
• Approve Diversity and Anti-Black Racism Action Plans
• Increase monthly overnight parking permit fee to $60.00/month effective June 1, 2022; new $7.00 overnight fee effective September 1, 2022
• Approve 2022 operating budgets: $400,000 for Unionville BIA and $330,910 for Markham Village BIA
• Extend janitorial cleaning contract with National Cleaning Contractors for 2 years at $586,031.66/year plus COVID-19 cleaning of $62,405.81/year

The General Committee approved the City of Markham's Diversity and Anti-Black Racism Action Plans, which aim to foster inclusion and eliminate barriers. It also approved a fee increase for overnight monthly parking permits to $60/month and a new $7 overnight parking fee, effective later in 2022. The 2021 draft consolidated financial statements were approved, and the 2022 operating budgets for two Business Improvement Areas were passed.

• Approved Diversity and Anti-Black Racism Action Plans (carried)
• Approved 2021 draft consolidated financial statements (carried)
• Approved overnight monthly parking permit fee increase to $60/month, effective June 1, 2022 (carried)
• Approved new $7 overnight parking fee, effective September 1, 2022 (carried)
• Approved 2022 UBIA operating budget of $400,000 and MVBIA budget of $330,910 (carried)
• Extended janitorial cleaning contract with National Cleaning Contractors for 2 years at $586,031.66/year (carried)
• Received MECP drinking water inspection report (carried)

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to review heritage permit applications, proposed by-law amendments, and site plan applications for properties in heritage conservation districts. Key items include a proposal to relocate the John Koch Farmhouse to Markham Heritage Estates, new dwellings at 50 and 52 Nelson St., and an addition at 27 Victoria Ave. The committee will also receive updates on heritage permits and building permits approved by staff.

• Proposed relocation of John Koch House to 14 Heritage Corners Lane, Markham Heritage Estates
• Site plan for new detached dwellings at 50 & 52 Nelson St., Markham Village HCD
• Proposed two-storey rear addition at 27 Victoria Ave., Unionville HCD
• Heritage permit applications for 354 Main St. N., 18 John St., 139A Main St., 1 Kalvinster Dr., 12 George St.
• Designation by-law amendments for 10 properties including 60 Maple Pkwy and 9899 Markham Rd.

Council Meeting

Markham Council is deciding on several contracts and program extensions, including a $15.76 million construction tender for storm sewers and watermain upgrades in West Thornhill, a $1.54 million custodial supplies contract, and an extension of the Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program. Council will also consider comments on the draft York Region Official Plan and approve a school street pilot road closure.

• Award $15,762,313.46 contract to GFL Infrastructure Group for West Thornhill Phase 3C storm sewers and watermain upgrades
• Award $1,543,333 custodial supplies contract to Swish Maintenance Limited for Recreation and Fire services
• Extend Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program five years, increasing budget from $1,370,000 to $2,249,744
• Approve $3,751,613 plan for playground replacements to meet AODA compliance (2023-2026)
• Approve temporary full road closure of Stricker Avenue for School Street Test Program

Council awarded the $15.76M construction tender for West Thornhill Phase 3C storm sewers and watermain upgrades to GFL Infrastructure Group, with a 10% contingency, funded partly from reserves. Council also approved a $25,000 donation to Ukraine relief from Chinese New Year dinner proceeds, extended the Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program for five years, and endorsed a $3.75M plan to replace playgrounds for AODA compliance. The minutes of the March 29 meeting were adopted on an 8-5 recorded vote.

• Awarded $15,762,313.46 tender to GFL Infrastructure Group for West Thornhill Phase 3C storm sewers and watermain (carried)
• Approved $25,000 donation to Ukraine relief from Chinese New Year dinner proceeds (13-0)
• Extended Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program for five years to April 30, 2027, with $879,744 added from Stormwater Fee Reserve (carried)
• Endorsed $3,751,613 plan to replace playgrounds for AODA compliance from 2023-2026, funded from Facility Ramp Up Reserve (carried as amended)
• Approved School Street Test Program with temporary full closure of Stricker Avenue between Hammersly and Fred McLaren Boulevards (carried)
• Adopted minutes of March 29, 2022 Council meeting (8-5)
• Approved proclamations for World IBD Day, The Longest Day of SMILES, and TD Markham Jazz Festival 25th anniversary (carried)
• Approved demolition of accessory building at 36 John Street in Thornhill Heritage Conservation District (carried)

Development Charges Public Meeting

This is a statutory public meeting under the Development Charges Act for the proposed development charges by-law and Community Benefits Charges Strategy. Council will receive presentations and written submissions from Goodmans LLP, Cadillac Fairview, and Davies Howe. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is for public input.

• Statutory public meeting on Development Charges Background Study and Community Benefits Charges Strategy
• Written submissions from Goodmans LLP, Cadillac Fairview, and Davies Howe to be received
• Meeting held electronically under COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020

The Development Charges and Community Benefit Charges Public Meeting was held on April 12, 2022, with no deputations or disclosures of interest. Staff and a consultant presented the DC Background Study and CBC Strategy, and the committee received the presentation. A written submission from Goodmans LLP, Cadillac Fairview, and Davies Howe was received and referred to staff. No final decisions on rates or policies were made at this statutory public meeting.

• Received written submission from Goodmans LLP, Cadillac Fairview, and Davies Howe, referred to staff
• Received the Statutory Public Meeting presentation on Development Charges and Community Benefits Charges Strategy

Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham

This is the agenda for a meeting of the Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

The Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham board approved the minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting. The board received reports on gallery operations, including pandemic-related changes, staffing updates, grant applications, and upcoming exhibitions. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; most items were informational updates.

• Approved minutes of March 14, 2022 meeting (carried)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to decide on several development applications and policy items. The most consequential item is a recommendation to approve an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for a 1,081-unit independent living retirement home complex at 3912 and 3928 Highway 7 East. The committee will also consider a preliminary report for three industrial warehouses at 1 Steelcase Road West, a demolition request in the Thornhill Heritage Conservation District, and comments on the draft York Region Official Plan.

• Recommendation to approve Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 1,081-unit retirement home complex at 3912 and 3928 Highway 7 East (Ward 3)
• Preliminary report for zoning amendment to permit three industrial warehouse buildings at 1 Steelcase Road West (Ward 8)
• Request to demolish a detached accessory building/shed at 36 John Street in the Thornhill Heritage Conservation District
• Approval of $3,500 contribution to School Street Test Program and temporary full road closure of Stricker Avenue between Hammersly Boulevard and Fred McLaren Boulevard
• City comments on draft York Region Official Plan, including requests to revise MTSA boundaries and remove certain lands from employment areas

The Development Services Committee approved the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for a 1,081-unit independent living retirement home complex at 3912 and 3928 Highway 7 East, with a recorded vote of 11-2. The committee also approved a School Street Test Program, including a temporary full road closure of Stricker Avenue, and endorsed comments on the draft York Region Official Plan. All items are recommended to Council for final approval.

• Approved Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 1,081-unit retirement home at 3912/3928 Highway 7 East (11-2)
• Approved School Street Test Program with temporary closure of Stricker Avenue between Hammersly and Fred McLaren Boulevards
• Approved $3,500 contribution to School Street Test Program from Cycling & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
• Endorsed comments on draft York Region Official Plan, including request to remove Future Urban Area lands in Markham from Map 1B
• Approved demolition of detached accessory building at 36 John Street in Thornhill Heritage Conservation District
• Received preliminary report for three industrial warehouse buildings at 1 Steelcase Road West

Unionville Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Unionville Sub-Committee meeting on April 8, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

The Unionville Sub-Committee received a presentation and workshop from Stantec on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan Smart City Strategy. Committee members provided feedback on the vision, emphasizing livability, integrated systems, and simple, user-friendly technology. The presentation was received and carried, but no formal decisions were made.

• Received presentation on Markham Centre Smart City Strategy (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on April 6, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific agenda items, such as applications, hearings, or decisions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting will hear preliminary reports on two applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments. The first proposes a condominium townhouse development at 347 Main Street North in Markham Village. The second proposes a 25-storey mixed-use building with retail, hotel, and residential uses, plus 95 townhouses, on Markland Street. No decisions are being made; this is a public input stage.

• Preliminary report for 281471 Ontario Ltd. (Victor Huang) c/o Malone Given Parsons Ltd. (Rohan Sovig) — applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment to permit condominium townhouses at 347 Main Street North, Markham Village (File No. PLAN 19 123553)
• Preliminary report for Markland Street — applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment to permit a 25-storey mixed-use building (retail, hotel, residential) and 95 townhouses (File No. PLAN 21 111003, Ward 2)

The Development Services Public Meeting received deputations and reports on two proposed developments but made no final decisions. Both applications were referred back to staff for further review and recommendations. The first proposal is for 15 townhouse units at 347 Main Street North, and the second is for a 25-storey mixed-use building and 95 townhouses at Markland Street.

• Referred 347 Main St. N. townhouse application back to staff (carried)
• Referred Markland St. mixed-use/townhouse application back to staff (carried)

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is meeting to receive three presentations on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan, focusing on the Fairburn and Kennedy area, a Smart Cities Strategy, and a Community Energy Plan. This is the third of three meetings on the Fairburn and Kennedy topic. The committee is only receiving the presentations, not making final decisions.

• Presentation on Markham Centre Secondary Plan interim update, draft development concept for Fairburn and Kennedy
• Introduction to Markham Centre Smart Cities Strategy
• Introduction to Markham Centre Community Energy Plan
• Meeting is live-streamed and agenda to be brought to Council on April 12, 2022

The Development Services Committee received three presentations on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan (Fairburn and Kennedy focus, Smart Cities Strategy, and Community Energy Plan) and referred a motion on underground stormwater management facilities to the May meeting. No binding decisions were made; all items were received or referred.

• Received communications from IBM, Digram Development, Unionville Shopping Centres, and Rockport (carried)
• Received deputations and presentation on Markham Centre Secondary Plan – Fairburn and Kennedy (carried)
• Received presentation on Markham Centre Smart Cities Strategy (carried)
• Received presentation on Markham Centre Community Energy Plan (carried)
• Referred motion on underground stormwater management facilities and parkland to May 2022 DSC meeting (carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is reviewing several construction awards and service contracts. Key decisions include a multi-million dollar watermain upgrade in West Thornhill and a plan to replace city playgrounds for AODA compliance.

• Award of $15,762,313.46 contract to GFL Infrastructure Group for West Thornhill storm sewers and watermain upgrades
• Approval of $3,751,613 total plan for playground replacements to meet AODA accessibility standards
• Extension of the Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program through April 30, 2027, with budget increase to $2,249,744
• Award of $1,543,333 contract to Swish Maintenance Limited for custodial supplies
• Receipt of York Region communications regarding property tax rates and development charges

The General Committee awarded a $15,762,313.46 construction contract to GFL Infrastructure Group for the West Thornhill Phase 3C storm sewer and cast iron watermain upgrades, with a 10% contingency bringing the total to $17,338,544.80. The committee also approved a five-year extension of the Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program with an increased budget of $2,249,744, and endorsed a $3,751,613 plan to replace City playgrounds for AODA compliance by 2026. All items were carried as recorded.

• Awarded $15,762,313.46 tender to GFL Infrastructure Group for West Thornhill Phase 3C storm sewers and watermain (Carried)
• Approved $1,576,231.35 contingency for the West Thornhill construction project (Carried)
• Extended Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program five years to April 30, 2027, with budget increased to $2,249,744 (Carried)
• Endorsed $3,751,613 AODA playground replacement plan for 2023-2026 (Carried)
• Awarded $1,543,333 custodial supplies contract to Swish Maintenance Limited for 3 years and 4 months (Carried)
• Received 2022 Municipal Election information presentation and deputation from Kenneth Ng (Carried)
• Received Lymantria Dispar Dispar egg mass removal update presentation (Carried)
• Received Building Markham's Future Together 2021 update report (Carried)

Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to adopt reports from standing committees, including a new fire station at 160 Dudley Ave., a city-wide parking strategy, and a motion urging the province to revise transit-oriented community plans. The agenda also includes routine items like liquor licence applications, proclamations, and the 2021 year-end financial results.

• Approval of 160 Dudley fire station design and $7,569,200 capital project, plus $1,090,000 for roof repairs
• Endorsement of City-wide Parking Strategy Terms of Reference
• Motion urging province to revisit Infrastructure Ontario's transit-oriented community plans for Bridge and High Tech stations
• 2021 year-end results: $14.94M to capital reserve, $3.15M to balance 2022 budget
• Amendment of Environmental Services fees effective April 1, 2022

Council adopted a resolution urging the Province of Ontario to revisit Infrastructure Ontario's plans for Transit Oriented Communities (TOCs) at Bridge and High Tech stations, aligning them more closely with existing secondary plans. The resolution also requests provincial meetings and a planning exercise that includes burying high-voltage transmission lines. The motion was carried unanimously by a recorded vote of 13:0.

• Adopted resolution urging province to revisit TOC plans at Bridge and High Tech stations (13-0)
• Approved 2021 year-end results, transferring $14.94M to capital reserve and $3.15M to balance 2022 budget
• Approved 160 Dudley fire station design and construction project at $7,569,200
• Approved $451,773.70 contract for architectural/engineering design services to Ron Awde Architect
• Approved extension of pavement preservation contract to Miller Paving Limited for $1,459,718.13
• Approved extension of pavement markings contract to Guild Electric Ltd. for $975,454.90
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for six high-rise buildings on South Park Road
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for severance and infill dwelling at 36 Washington Street

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to review preliminary reports for four large mixed-use development applications, including a 30-storey building at 77 Anderson Avenue and multi-building projects on Highway 7 and Warden Avenue. The committee will also consider a revised city-wide sidewalk completion program with a $33.86M budget, and receive petitions from residents opposing a new sidewalk on Carlton Road and regarding the Highway 7 development. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and service awards.

• Preliminary report for 9781 Markham Road: two buildings, 31 and 27 storeys (Ward 5)
• Preliminary report for Calloway REIT: multi-phase mixed-use at 3075-3175 Highway 7 (Ward 8)
• Preliminary report for Unionville Square: mixed-use at 8505, 8601 Warden Ave and 3760, 3828 Hwy 7 E (Ward 3)
• Preliminary report for 77 Anderson Avenue: 30-storey mixed-use building (Ward 5)
• Sidewalk Network Completion Program update: $33.86M, completion by 2030

Markham Public Library Board

This agenda for the Markham Public Library Board meeting on March 28, 2022, 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.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is reviewing several contract extensions and awards, including pavement preservation and markings contracts, a camera truck purchase, and consulting services. It will also receive York Region communications and consider a federal active transportation grant submission. The meeting includes confidential items on land and minutes.

• Extend pavement preservation contract with Miller Paving Limited for $1,459,718.13
• Extend pavement markings contract with Guild Electric Ltd. for $975,454.90
• Award $403,090.69 contract to JD Brule Equipment for a cube van camera truck
• Award $317,822.94 consulting contract to WSCS Consulting Incorporated
• Receive York Region communications on forest dog management and sewer standards

The General Committee approved a request for a Minister's Zoning Order to allow sports, education, dormitory, and ancillary uses at 3565 19th Avenue, and authorized staff to implement the resolution. The committee also approved several contract extensions and awards, including pavement preservation, pavement markings, a cube van camera truck, and consulting services. A motion to allow in-person attendance at the May 9, 2022 meeting was carried.

• Requested Minister's Zoning Order for 3565 19th Ave (carried)
• Extended pavement preservation contract with Miller Paving for $1,459,718.13 (carried)
• Extended pavement markings contract with Guild Electric for $975,454.90 (carried)
• Awarded cube van camera truck contract to JD Brule Equipment for $403,090.69 (carried)
• Awarded consulting services to WSCS Consulting for $317,822.94 (carried)
• Approved hybrid in-person attendance option for May 9, 2022 meeting (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on 2022-03-23 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.

Development Services Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Markham's Development Services Committee will hear preliminary reports on three zoning by-law amendment applications. The proposals include creating new residential lots at 36 Washington Street, 4 Sabiston Drive, 14 and 15 River Bend Road, and five mixed-use buildings at 288, 298, and 300 John Street. No final decisions are being made; the reports are for information and discussion.

• Zoning amendment at 36 Washington Street to sever land for a new building lot and detached dwelling (Ward 4)
• Zoning amendments at 4 Sabiston Drive, 14 River Bend Road, and 15 River Bend Road to create new lots (Ward 3)
• Official plan and zoning amendments for five mixed-use buildings at 288, 298, and 300 John Street (Ward 1)

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is meeting to receive an interim update on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan, focusing on the downtown area (Wards 2, 3, and 8), and to consider a notice of motion urging the Province to revise transit-oriented community proposals for the Richmond Hill/Langstaff Gateway. The meeting also includes a confidential item on transit-oriented communities in Ward 1.

• Presentation: Markham Centre Secondary Plan Interim Update and Discussion, Draft Development Concept: Focus on Downtown (Wards 2, 3, and 8)
• Notice of motion: Improving the Transit Oriented Communities Proposals in the Richmond Hill / Langstaff Gateway Urban Growth Centre
• Motion urges Province to revisit Infrastructure Ontario TOC plans at Bridge and High Tech Stations
• Motion cites $220M cost to bury 3,750m of 407 hydro transmission lines, unlocking $5B-7B land value
• Confidential item: Transit Oriented Community (Ward 1) under Section 239(2)(h)

The Development Services Committee received presentations and deputations on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan interim update, focusing on the draft development concept for Downtown Markham Centre. The committee also passed a motion urging the Province of Ontario to revisit Infrastructure Ontario's Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) proposals at High Tech and Bridge Stations to align with existing secondary plans and consider burying hydro lines. The meeting then moved into a confidential session and adjourned without returning to open session.

• Received written submissions on Markham Centre Secondary Plan (Carried)
• Received deputations and presentation on Markham Centre Secondary Plan (Carried)
• Waived notice requirement to discuss TOC motion (Carried by Two Thirds Vote)
• Approved motion urging Province to revisit TOC plans at High Tech and Bridge Stations (Carried)
• Moved into confidential session to discuss Transit Oriented Community (Carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to review the city's 2021 year-end financial results and decide how to allocate a favourable variance, including transfers to reserves and the 2022 budget. They will also consider approving a new fire station at 160 Dudley Ave., with design and construction costs totalling over $8 million, and discuss updates to the Diversity Action Plan and Anti-Black Racism Action Plan.

• 2021 year-end results: $0.69M to Rate Stabilization Reserve, $3.15M to balance 2022 budget, $3.15M to reserve for 2023-2024, $0.65M for tax adjustments, $14.94M to Life Cycle Capital Replacement Reserve
• 160 Dudley Ave.: approve site and concept for new Markham Fire Station, $7,569,200 capital project funded from Development Charges Reserve, plus $1,090,000 for roof replacement and interior repairs
• Award architectural/engineering design contract to Ron Awde Architect for $451,773.70
• Amendment of Environmental Services Fees, including water meter and developer waste fees, effective April 1, 2022
• Introduction to updated Diversity Action Plan and Anti-Black Racism Action Plan

Animal Care Committee

This agenda for the Markham Animal Care Committee meeting on March 16, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The committee approved the February 16, 2022 minutes as amended and appointed Janet Andrews as Treasurer. Several items were deferred to the April 20 meeting, including the Cat Adoption & Education Centre and Shades of Hope Wildlife Centre updates, and the Diversity Specialist presentation. The committee also noted resignations and planned to present a scroll to a departing member.

• Approved February 16, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (carried)
• Appointed Janet Andrews as Treasurer (carried)
• Deferred Cat Adoption & Education Centre update to April 20 meeting
• Deferred Shades of Hope Wildlife Centre update to April 20 meeting
• Deferred Diversity Specialist presentation to April 20 meeting
• Noted resignations of Denielle Duncan, Vikrum Pain, and Curtis Bekking
• Agreed to request a scroll for Denielle Duncan from the Mayor's Office

Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham

This agenda for the Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham meeting on 2022-03-14 is only procedural boilerplate. It contains no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.

The Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham approved the Varley 2022 grant request of $35,000 and the 2022 Plan. The board also accepted a donated painting by Jacque Shadbolt for the permanent collection. The Rouge: Varley Gala was cancelled, incurring a $16,450 cancellation fee.

• Approved Varley 2022 grant request of $35,000 (all in favor)
• Approved acceptance of painting 'Still Life' by Jacque Shadbolt for permanent collection (all in favor)
• Approved Varley McKay Art Foundation 2022 Plan (all in favor)
• Cancelled Rouge: Varley Gala, incurring $16,450 cancellation fee

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on 2022-03-09 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is reviewing several heritage permit, zoning, and demolition applications, including a proposed townhouse development at 347 Main Street North and a zoning by-law amendment at 36 Washington Street. The committee will also receive updates on heritage-related studies and a training presentation. Most items are recommendations for approval or no objection from a heritage perspective.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 36 Washington Street to permit severance and new infill dwelling
• Proposed demolition of accessory building at 36 John Street, Thornhill
• Proposed townhouse development at 347 Main Street North, including demolition of car dealership
• Heritage permits approved by staff for 339 Main St N
• Building/sign permits for 8961 Ninth Line, 9046 Woodbine Ave, 19 George St

The Heritage Markham Committee reviewed a revised proposal for a 15-unit townhouse development at 347 Main Street North, replacing an automotive dealership. The committee had no heritage objection to the demolition and rezoning for residential use, but did not support the draft plan of subdivision or the Official Plan Amendment to allow townhouses without direct street frontage. It recommended a 50% reduction in units and that the architectural style reflect authentic Markham examples of Second Empire or Gothic Revival.

• Approved agenda and February 9, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Received delegated heritage permit approvals for 339 Main St N, 8961 9th Line, 9046 Woodbine Ave, 19 George St (carried)
• No comment on severance/variance for 118/120 Main St (carried)
• No heritage objection to zoning by-law amendment for 36 Washington St infill dwelling (carried)
• No objection to demolition of shed/garage at 36 John St, Thornhill (carried)
• No heritage objection to demolition and rezoning at 347 Main St N, but opposed draft plan of subdivision and OPA for non-fronting townhouses; recommended 50% unit reduction (carried)
• Endorsed Council's position on Housing Affordability Task Force heritage recommendations (carried)
• Appointed Victor Huang and Elizabeth Wimmer to Main Street Unionville Streetscape Master Plan Advisory Committee (carried)

Council Meeting

Council approved the Main Street Unionville reconstruction project with a capital cost of $10,460,000, funded from various reserves and the Canada Community Building Fund. It also approved several development applications, including a draft plan of subdivision for 823 dwelling units on Kennedy Road, a site plan for a communication tower height increase, and a 26-townhouse development at 11087 Victoria Square Boulevard. Additionally, Council approved the Destination Markham Corporation 2022 budget and funding for the World Hakka Conference, and denied a heritage permit for exterior painting at 182 Main Street Unionville.

• Approved Main Street Unionville reconstruction project at $10.46M (12-0)
• Approved draft plan of subdivision for 823 units on Kennedy Road
• Approved site plan for Alectra tower height increase to 54.86m
• Approved 26-townhouse development at 11087 Victoria Square Blvd
• Approved 91-unit residential building at 3882 Highway 7 E
• Denied heritage permit for exterior painting at 182 Main Street Unionville
• Approved Destination Markham 2022 budget up to $1,444,200 and $100,000 for World Hakka Conference
• Approved $1.27M data centre hardware refresh contract with Zycom Technology Inc.

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The committee received a presentation on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update focusing on the Uptown area, along with deputations from landowners and residents. No substantive decisions were made; the presentation and deputations were received as information only.

• Received written submissions on Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update (carried)
• Received deputations from landowners and residents on Uptown area (carried)
• Received presentation on Markham Centre Secondary Plan Interim Update (carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee will consider awarding a $1.27 million contract for a data centre hardware refresh to Zycom Technology Inc., funded partly from reserves. They will also receive a presentation on development charges and community benefits charges, with proposed changes to how stacked townhouses are assessed. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and a confidential session for land acquisition matters.

• Award of Proposal 191-R-21 to Zycom Technology Inc. for $1,274,231.23 (data centre hardware refresh)
• Development Charges & Community Benefits Charge update, including stacked townhouse assessment at apartment rate
• Approval of Markham Village BIA minutes from Aug-Nov 2021
• Confidential items: land acquisition and security of property (York University, Ward 3)

The General Committee approved a $1.27 million contract for a data centre hardware refresh, awarded to sole bidder Zycom Technology Inc., despite concerns about limited competition. The committee also received a presentation on development charges and community benefits charges, approving several policy changes and requesting further reports. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals and confidential items.

• Approved $1,274,231.23 data centre hardware refresh contract to Zycom Technology Inc. (carried)
• Approved stacked townhouse units be assessed development charges at apartment rate (carried)
• Approved city-wide hard credits based on lesser of indexed or actual infrastructure cost (carried)
• Directed staff to report back on population growth, MZOs, and TOCs before DC by-law finalization (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of February 14, 2022 General Committee (carried)
• Received Markham Village BIA minutes for information (carried)
• Confirmed confidential minutes of January 17 and 31, 2022 (carried)
• Placed two confidential land acquisition items on March 8, 2022 Council agenda (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will consider adopting reports from its committees, including a recommendation to approve a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for approximately 823 dwelling units on the east side of Kennedy Road north of Major Mackenzie Drive. Council will also vote on a motion requesting the Province to dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal, and will consider several other items such as contract extensions and transportation planning comments.

• Draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for 823 units (756 ground-related, 67 mixed-use) on Kennedy Road, Ward 6
• Motion requesting Ontario government to dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT)
• Contract extension with Alectra Utilities for water meter reading and billing, increasing to $1,600,290.67 for 2022 (3% escalation)
• Approval of up to $1,000,000 in Streamline Development Approval Fund projects for development review process improvements
• By-laws: Cultural Heritage designation for Bewell Bungalow, Part Lot Control exemption for Wykland Estates, and zoning by-law for Minotar/Hal-Van

Council approved a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for approximately 823 dwelling units (756 ground-related and 67 in a mixed-use block) on the east side of Kennedy Road north of Major Mackenzie Drive, subject to conditions. Council also passed a motion requesting the Province to dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT), extended a water meter reading contract with Alectra Utilities, and approved several other administrative items.

• Approved draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for 823 units on Kennedy Road (carried)
• Requested Province to dissolve Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) (carried)
• Extended water meter reading contract with Alectra Utilities for 3 years to $1,600,290.67 (carried)
• Authorized participation in OnWARN mutual aid agreement (carried)
• Forwarded comments on York Region Transportation Master Plan (carried)
• Approved up to $1,000,000 in projects under Streamline Development Approval Fund (carried)
• Deferred By-law 2022-12 (zoning amendment for Minotar) to March 8, 2022 (postponed)
• Approved confidential film studio support (11-2 recorded vote)

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is reviewing several development applications and a major streetscape plan. The most consequential item is a recommendation to endorse the Main Street Unionville reconstruction project with a $10.25 million capital cost, funded from various reserves and grants. The committee will also consider site plan approvals for a communication tower height increase, a 91-unit residential building, and a 26-townhouse development, as well as a preliminary report for 115 residential units.

• Main Street Unionville reconstruction: $10,250,000 capital cost, funded by CCBF ($6,478,000) and Non-DC Growth Reserve ($795,000), among others
• Alectra Utilities: site plan approval to increase communication tower at 7932 Kennedy Road from 38.1m to 54.86m
• 11087 Victoria Square Blvd: Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 26 townhouse units
• 3882 Highway 7 E: site plan approval for 91-unit, eight-storey residential building
• Russell Dawson Road: preliminary report for zoning by-law amendment to permit 115 residential units

The Development Services Committee endorsed Option 3A for the Main Street Unionville Commercial Core Streetscape Master Plan, which uses brick pavers for all surface treatments, and directed staff to report back with more technical information at the March 8, 2022 Council meeting. The committee also approved several development applications, including a site plan for a communication tower height increase at 7932 Kennedy Road, an official plan amendment for 26 townhouse units at 11087 Victoria Square Boulevard, and a site plan for a 91-unit residential building at 3882 Highway 7. A petition against a new sidewalk on Carlton Road was deferred to the March 28 meeting.

• Endorsed Option 3A (brick pavers for all surface treatments) for the Main Street Unionville Reconstruction Project, with staff to provide more technical information at the March 8, 2022 Council meeting.
• Approved the site plan application for Alectra Utilities to increase the communication tower height at 7932 Kennedy Road from 38.1 m to 54.86 m, subject to conditions.
• Approved the Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 26 townhouse units at 11087 Victoria Square Boulevard, subject to conditions.
• Received the preliminary report for Green City Development Group's application for 115 residential units at Russell Dawson Road, with no decision made.
• Retained the current street addressing criteria with no changes, following a review of the number four in municipal addressing.
• Endorsed in principle the site plan for a 91-unit, eight-storey residential building at 3882 Highway 7, subject to conditions, with approval delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design.
• Authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province for up to $1,000,000 from the Streamline Development Approval Fund, and directed staff to proceed with approved projects.
• Deferred the petition against a new sidewalk on Carlton Road to the March 28, 2022 Development Services Committee meeting.

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

This Special Development Services Committee meeting has been postponed to a date to be determined. The agenda included only one substantive item: an interim presentation on the Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update Study, covering Wards 2, 3, and 8, which was to be received for discussion.

• Markham Centre Secondary Plan Update Study interim presentation (Wards 2, 3, and 8)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE system with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The meeting appears to be scheduled but no substantive business is detailed in the provided text.

Development Services Public Meeting

The Development Services Public Meeting will receive a preliminary report on applications by Zonix Inc. for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments to allow residential buildings of 27 and 6 storeys at 36-48 Steeles Ave E and 37-39 Highland Park Blvd. The meeting is for discussion and public input; no final decision is being made at this stage.

• Preliminary report on Zonix Inc. applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments
• Proposed development: 27- and 6-storey residential buildings
• Location: 36-48 Steeles Ave E and 37-39 Highland Park Blvd (Ward 1)
• File No. PLAN19 114290

The Development Services Public Meeting received deputations and written submissions on a proposal for 27- and 6-storey residential buildings at 36-48 Steeles Ave E and 37-49 Highland Park Blvd. No decision was made; the application was referred back to staff for a report and recommendation. Councillor Keith Irish stated no decision would be made until a Council-endorsed vision for the Yonge Corridor Secondary Plan exists.

• Received deputations from 5 residents on the Steeles Ave E proposal
• Received 11 written submissions on the Steeles Ave E proposal
• Referred the application by 2556954 Ontario Corp back to staff for report and recommendation

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is meeting to receive an education session on parkland acquisition, including a study overview and status update. A consultant from Hemson Consulting will facilitate the session. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting appears focused on information and training.

• Education session on Parkland Acquisition Study overview and status update
• Consultant Adam Mattinson of Hemson Consulting to facilitate

The Special Development Services Committee received an education session on the Parkland Acquisition Study, which will inform new Development Charges By-Laws effective September 18, 2022. The committee also received a presentation on the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations, which will be considered at a future meeting. No formal decisions were made on these matters; the only actions were to receive the presentations.

• Received the Parkland Acquisition Study education session presentation (moved by Councillor Collucci, seconded by Councillor Lee).
• Consented to add the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force Update presentation to the agenda (moved by Mayor Scarpitti, seconded by Councillor Rea).
• Received the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force Update presentation (moved by Mayor Scarpitti, seconded by Councillor Rea).
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:52 PM (moved by Councillor Keyes, seconded by Councillor Lee).

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is receiving presentations and staff reports on two regional planning documents: the York Region Transportation Master Plan Update and the draft Regional Official Plan. The committee will consider forwarding formal comments on the transportation plan to York Region, including requests for specific transit and road changes. The meeting is a discussion and recommendation step ahead of the February 23 Council meeting.

• Request to extend Leslie Street rapid transit via Major Mackenzie Drive and Woodbine Avenue to Markham Innovation Exchange (MiX) district
• Request to add Denison GO Station to the Regional transportation plan
• Request for road-rail grade separation on 16th Avenue east of Highway 48, subject to Markham Road/Mount Joy Secondary Plan study
• Request for jurisdictional transfer of local roads (e.g., 19th Avenue, Reesor Road) to York Region
• Overview of draft York Region Official Plan presented by Regional staff

The Development Services Committee received updates on the draft York Region 2022 Transportation Master Plan and the draft Regional Official Plan. It approved forwarding specific comments to York Region on the transportation plan, including extending a rapid transit corridor and adding a GO station. The committee also received the draft Regional Official Plan update and authorized staff to proceed.

• Approved forwarding comments on York Region Transportation Master Plan, including extending Leslie Street rapid transit to MiX district (carried)
• Approved requesting road-rail grade separation on 16th Avenue be subject to Markham Road/Mount Joy Secondary Plan study (carried)
• Approved requesting addition of Denison GO Station to transportation plan (carried)
• Approved requesting jurisdictional transfer of local roads like 19th Avenue and Reesor Road to Region (carried)
• Received draft Regional Official Plan update and authorized staff to proceed (carried)

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including extending the water meter reading and billing contract with Alectra Utilities for three years at a higher cost, and receiving updates on the Yonge North Subway Extension. The committee will also review minutes from various boards and committees, and consider recommendations on waste diversion and underground waste systems.

• Extend Alectra Utilities water meter reading/billing contract to Dec 31, 2024, increasing from $1,553,680 to $1,600,290.67 for 2022 (3% annual escalation)
• Approve $200,000 from Waterworks Reserve for initial phase of Water Billing Transition Project
• Receive York Region communications on Yonge North Subway Extension Transit Oriented Communities proposals
• Authorize participation in Ontario Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network (OnWARN) mutual aid agreement
• Receive minutes from Unionville BIA, Waste Diversion Committee, and Environmental Advisory Committee meetings

The General Committee approved extending the water meter reading and billing contract with Alectra Utilities for up to three additional years (2022-2024), with a 3% annual cost increase, and authorized a $200,000 capital budget for a water billing transition project. The committee also received York Region communications about the Yonge North Subway Extension, approved staff-awarded contracts for November and December 2021, and authorized participation in the Ontario Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network (OnWARN). All items were carried as moved.

• Approved extending Alectra water meter reading/billing contract to Dec 31, 2024, with 3% annual escalation.
• Authorized $200,000 for initial phase of Water Billing Transition Project, funded from Waterworks Reserve.
• Waived tender process for the Alectra contract extension, citing cost-effectiveness and utility exemption.
• Received York Region communications on Yonge North Subway Extension for information.
• Received staff-awarded contracts report for Nov-Dec 2021, noting market inflation and supply chain issues.
• Authorized Director of Environmental Services to execute OnWARN mutual aid agreement for water/wastewater emergencies.
• Received minutes from Unionville BIA and various committee meetings for information.
• Received recommendations from Waste Diversion and Environmental Advisory Committees without endorsement.

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to receive updates and make recommendations on several heritage-related applications. Key items include a consultant presentation on cultural heritage resources in the North District Employment Area, proposed new dwellings in the Markham Village Heritage Conservation District, and a high-density mixed-use development at 288-300 John Street in Thornhill that would conserve the John Welsh House/Thornlea. The committee will also consider heritage permits, building permits, and variance applications, as well as a proclamation for Heritage Week 2022.

• Consultant presentation on Strategy for Cultural Heritage Resource Properties in North District Employment Area
• Proposed new detached dwellings at 50 & 52 Nelson Street, Markham Village Heritage Conservation District
• High-density mixed-use development and conservation of heritage building at 288-300 John Street, Thornhill (John Welsh House/Thornlea)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 36 Washington Street to permit severance and new infill dwelling
• Heritage permits for 293 Main Street North, 141 Main Street, and 21 Fred Varley Drive

The committee endorsed the consultant report on cultural heritage resources in the North District Employment Area (MiX), supporting a policy hierarchy prioritizing adaptive reuse in situ, then relocation within the MiX, then relocation elsewhere. It also supported a cost-sharing policy for restoration costs if relocation is proposed, and clustering heritage resources in a dedicated area. The committee opposed variances for a proposed semi-detached dwelling at 33 Washington Street, requesting a revised concept.

• Endorsed MHBC consultant report on MiX heritage resources (carried)
• Supported policy hierarchy: adaptive reuse in situ, relocation within MiX, relocation elsewhere (carried)
• Supported cost-sharing policy for restoration if relocation proposed (carried)
• Supported clustering heritage resources in dedicated MiX area (carried)
• Opposed variances for semi-detached dwelling at 33 Washington St (carried)
• Approved revised minutes from Jan 12 meeting (carried)
• Approved agenda as amended (carried)
• Received deputations from Barry Nelson, Evelin Ellison, Valerie Burke (carried)

Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to adopt previous minutes and reports from the General Committee and Development Services Committee. Key decisions include awarding a multi-year road salt contract, extending vehicle rental and winter maintenance contracts, approving budget increases for the East Markham Operations Yard and emergency stormwater repairs at 555 Miller, and considering heritage designation for 5560 14th Avenue. The agenda also includes a liquor licence application, proclamations, and a confidential session.

• Award road salt contract to Compass Minerals Canada Corp., estimated $596,416 for 2022 and $2,130,055 annually for 2023-2026
• Extend short-term vehicle rental contract with Somerville National Leasing for $441,935.06 over two years
• Extend winter maintenance contracts with multiple vendors totaling $4,046,349 (tractors/graders/loaders) and $2,288,860 (loaders), plus $2,282,735 for plows
• Approve $1,354,459 budget increase for East Markham Operations Yard and $361,919.86 for emergency stormwater repairs at 555 Miller
• Approve servicing allocation increases for Ruland Properties' high-rise development at 8119 Birchmount Road (HS1: 620 to 759 units; HS2: 454 to 506 units)

Council approved a request by Ruland Properties Inc. to remove a hold and increase servicing allocations for a mixed-use high-rise development at 8119 Birchmount Road, allowing more dwelling units in phases 1 and 2. The council also awarded several contracts, including a three-year road salt supply deal and extensions for vehicle rentals and winter maintenance. Additionally, it approved a budget increase for the East Markham Operations Yard and designated a heritage property.

• Approved Ruland Properties hold removal and servicing allocation increase (759 units Phase 1, 506 units Phase 2) (By-law 2022-9)
• Awarded bulk sodium chloride contract to Compass Minerals Canada Corp. (3 years, est. $596,416 for 2022)
• Extended short-term vehicle rental contract with Somerville National Leasing & Rentals (2 years, $441,935.06)
• Extended winter maintenance contracts (tractors, graders, loaders, plows) for 2 years (total est. $8.6M)
• Approved $1.35M budget increase for East Markham Operations Yard
• Approved $361,919.86 for stormwater emergency repairs at 555 Miller Operations Yard
• Designated McCauley-Cooperthwaite House at 5560 14th Avenue under Ontario Heritage Act
• Endorsed revised John Street Multi-Use Path implementation strategy

Development Services Committee Meeting

Markham's Development Services Committee is deciding on several development applications, including a recommendation to approve a draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for about 823 dwelling units on Kennedy Road, and a revised implementation strategy for the John Street Multi-Use Path. The committee will also receive preliminary reports for a 76-townhouse proposal on McCowan Road and a severance at 36 Washington Street, and consider a motion calling on the province to dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal.

• Recommendation to approve draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for ~823 units (756 ground-related, 67 mixed-use) on Kennedy Road north of Major Mackenzie Drive (Ward 6)
• Revised John Street Multi-Use Path implementation strategy; staff directed to issue construction tender (Wards 1 & 8)
• Preliminary report for 76 townhouse units at 7810-7846 McCowan Road (Ward 8)
• Preliminary report for zoning amendment and severance at 36 Washington Street to create a new building lot and detached infill dwelling (Ward 4)
• Motion requesting Ontario government to dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT)

The Development Services Committee approved a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for approximately 823 dwelling units on Kennedy Road, north of Major Mackenzie Drive. The committee also endorsed the revised John Street Multi-Use Path implementation strategy and approved a motion requesting the Province dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal. Several preliminary reports were received, including a 76-townhouse proposal on McCowan Road.

• Approved draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law for ~823 units on Kennedy Road (Carried)
• Endorsed revised John Street Multi-Use Path strategy, directing staff to issue tender (Carried)
• Approved motion requesting Province dissolve Ontario Land Tribunal (Carried)
• Approved removal of hold and increased servicing allocation for 8119 Birchmount Rd development (Carried)
• Received preliminary report for 76 townhouses at 7810-7846 McCowan Road (Carried)
• Received preliminary report for zoning amendment at 36 Washington Street (Carried)
• Referred cultural heritage strategy for North District Employment Lands to Heritage Markham Committee (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes of January 24, 2022 Special Development Services Committee (Carried)

Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham

This agenda for the Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham meeting on 2022-02-07 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The board approved the minutes from the December 13, 2021 meeting. The Director reported that Varley Art Gallery has requested $45,000 from the Foundation for 2022, covering education, exhibitions, public programs, and acquisition support; this request will be considered after a meeting with the city. The gallery reopened on February 4, 2022, with COVID-19 protocols in place, and received a $100,000 grant from the Museum Assistance Program.

• Approved minutes of December 13, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Heard $45,000 funding request from Varley for 2022 (to be voted on later)
• Noted Varley reopened Feb 4 with vaccination and mask requirements
• Received $100,000 Museum Assistance Program grant
• Hired Abby Sasikumar as part-time Social Media and Marketing Assistant
• Scheduled Rouge: Varley Gala for Oct 14, 2022 at Toronto Marriott Markham

Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is meeting to review a parkland acquisition study, consider designating a heritage property, and confirm minutes from previous meetings. The most substantive item is a recommendation to designate the McCauley-Cooperthwaite House at 5560 14th Avenue under the Ontario Heritage Act. The rest of the agenda consists of routine approvals of minutes and service awards.

• Intention to designate McCauley-Cooperthwaite House, 5560 14th Avenue, under the Ontario Heritage Act
• Parkland Acquisition Study overview and status update presentation by Hemson Consulting
• Confirmation of minutes from multiple advisory committees and previous meetings
• Service awards for staff with 5 to 25 years of service

The Development Services Committee received a presentation from Hemson Consulting on the Parkland Acquisition Study, which will inform a new Parkland Dedication By-Law. The by-law is targeted for Council approval in June 2022. The committee also approved the designation of the McCauley-Cooperthwaite House at 5560 14th Avenue under the Ontario Heritage Act. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received Parkland Acquisition Study presentation (carried)
• Approved intention to designate McCauley-Cooperthwaite House, 5560 14th Avenue, under Ontario Heritage Act (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of Dec 6, 2021 Development Services Committee meeting (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of Special Development Services Committee meetings Nov 30, Dec 13, Dec 21, 2021, Jan 18, 2022 (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of Nov 30, 2021 Development Services Public Meeting (carried)
• Received minutes of Flato Markham Theatre Advisory Board meetings (carried)
• Received minutes of Friends of the Markham Museum meetings (carried)
• Received minutes of Heritage Markham Committee meetings (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on February 2, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated template with no substantive content.

General Committee Meeting

The General Committee is reviewing consent reports and regular reports, including several contract awards and extensions for road salt, vehicle rentals, and winter maintenance, plus a budget increase for the East Markham Operations Yard and emergency stormwater repairs at 555 Miller Operations Yard. The meeting also includes receiving minutes from advisory committees and a confidential session.

• Award 3-year road salt contract to Compass Minerals Canada Corp., estimated $596,416 for 2022 and $2,130,055/year for 2023-2026
• Extend short-term vehicle rental contract with Somerville National Leasing for 2 years, $441,935.06 total
• Extend winter maintenance contracts (tractors, graders, loaders, plows) for 2 years, total estimated $8.6 million
• Approve $1,354,459 budget increase for East Markham Operations Yard, funded from Development Charges Reserves
• Approve $361,919.86 for emergency stormwater repairs at 555 Miller Operations Yard

The General Committee approved a $1,354,459 budget increase for the East Markham Operations Yard project, funded from Development Charges Reserves and the Non-DC Growth Reserve, to cover completed work and new overland channel and erosion repairs. The committee also approved emergency stormwater repairs at 555 Miller Operations Yard, extended several winter maintenance contracts, and awarded a road salt contract to Compass Minerals Canada Corp. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved $1,354,459 budget increase for East Markham Operations Yard (carried)
• Approved $361,919.86 emergency stormwater repairs at 555 Miller Operations Yard (carried)
• Extended winter maintenance contracts for 2022-2024 (carried)
• Awarded bulk sodium chloride contract to Compass Minerals Canada Corp. (carried)
• Extended short-term vehicle rental contract to Somerville National Leasing & Rentals Ltd. (carried)
• Transferred $1.577M investment interest surplus to Lifecycle Replacement & Capital Reserve Fund (carried)

Development Services Public Meeting

Markham's Development Services Committee is holding a public meeting to hear preliminary reports on two development applications. The first is a zoning by-law amendment from Suncor Energy for an automobile service station at 7761 Woodbine Avenue. The second is a draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment from W Garden Corporation for 95 townhouse units at 186 Old Kennedy Road and 31/51 Victory Avenue. No decisions are being made at this preliminary stage.

• Zoning by-law amendment application by Suncor Energy Products Inc. for auto service station at 7761 Woodbine Ave and 405 Miller Ave (Ward 8)
• Draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment by W Garden Corporation for 95 townhouse units at 186 Old Kennedy Rd and 31/51 Victory Ave (Ward 8)
• Both items are preliminary reports for public input
• Meeting live-streamed on January 31, 2022, 7-10 p.m.

The Development Services Committee held a public meeting to consider two preliminary development applications. Both applications were received and referred back to staff for further reports and recommendations. No final decisions were made on either proposal.

• Received preliminary report for Suncor gas station rezoning at 7761 Woodbine Ave (carried)
• Referred Suncor zoning by-law amendment application back to staff for report (carried)
• Received written submission from Peter K. Chee regarding W Garden subdivision (carried)
• Received preliminary report for W Garden 95-townhouse subdivision at 186 Old Kennedy Rd (carried)
• Referred W Garden subdivision and zoning applications back to staff for report (carried)

Milliken Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Markham Milliken Sub-Committee meeting on January 28, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Milliken Sub-Committee approved staff's plan to accelerate completion of the Milliken Centre Secondary Plan, as presented. The plan includes a phased approach to allow development east of the rail and flexibility for lands near the potential Denison GO Station. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included discussion on topics like the Pacific Mall lands, Midland Avenue extension, and a potential Transit Oriented Community.

• Approved staff plan to accelerate Milliken Centre Secondary Plan (carried)
• Received presentation 'Milliken Secondary Plan Update: Opportunities to Accelerate Completion' (carried)
• Approved November 26, 2021 minutes as presented (carried)

Council Meeting

Markham Council is meeting to decide on several items, including whether to formally oppose the Province's Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community proposal as currently designed, with a detailed list of requested changes. Council will also consider approving a demolition for a heritage-listed dwelling, updates to the corporate resources election policy, and compensation for Markham Enterprises Corporation directors. Several routine items, such as liquor licence applications, proclamations, and by-laws for road and parking changes, are also on the agenda.

• Council to oppose Bridge Station TOC proposal, requesting revisions to align with Langstaff Gateway Secondary Plan, including 35% affordable housing target and minimum 6 hectares of parkland
• Approval sought for demolition of heritage dwelling at 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East (Pingle-Brown House) with conditions for salvage and interpretive plaque
• Proposed compensation for Markham Enterprises Corporation directors: $6,000/year, Chair +$4,000, Vice-Chair +$1,500, $500/meeting per diem, retroactive to Jan 1, 2021
• Updated Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy for approval
• By-laws 2022-1 to 2022-6: road assumption, parking, speed, stop, and part lot control for subdivisions (e.g., 65M-4603, 168 Old Kennedy Road)

Council voted 12-0 to oppose the provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community proposal as currently presented, requesting the Province withdraw it or revise it to align with the Langstaff Gateway Secondary Plan. The motion included detailed requirements for parkland, affordable housing, transportation, and civic uses. Council also approved compensation increases for Markham Enterprises Corporation directors, retroactive to January 1, 2021, and enacted several by-laws related to streets, parking, and lot control.

• Opposed Bridge Station TOC proposal, requesting withdrawal or revisions (12-0)
• Approved demolition of Pingle-Brown House at 4638 Major Mackenzie Dr E with heritage salvage conditions
• Approved updated Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy
• Approved MEC director compensation: $6,000/yr directors, $4,000 extra chair, $1,500 vice-chair, $500/meeting per diem
• Enacted By-laws 2022-1 to 2022-6 (streets, parking, speed, stop, part lot control)
• Approved proclamations for 2022 (e.g., Black History Month, Tamil Heritage Month)
• Received liquor licence applications for Born to Golf and Baker House Bread
• Adopted previous council minutes and confidential minutes

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Development Services Committee is considering a staff report recommending the City not support the Province's Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community (TOC) proposal as currently drafted, citing concerns about land use balance, parkland, community facilities, affordable housing, and transportation planning. The committee will also review a request to demolish the heritage-designated Pingle-Brown House at 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East, with conditions including salvage of heritage components and installation of an interpretive plaque.

• City staff recommend rejecting the provincial Bridge Station TOC proposal and requesting revisions to align with the Langstaff Gateway Secondary Plan
• Proposal calls for a jobs-to-residents ratio closer to 1:2, minimum 6 hectares of parkland, a 2,415 m² library, and a 4,273 m² community centre
• City seeks 35% affordable housing target and detailed phasing plan tied to subway and infrastructure delivery
• Demolition request for the Pingle-Brown House at 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East, subject to salvage advertising and interpretive plaque installation
• Confidential session scheduled for solicitor-client privileged advice on development and policy issues

The committee voted to not support the Province's Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community (TOC) proposal as currently proposed, requesting revisions to align with the Langstaff Gateway Secondary Plan. The motion, which includes 13 specific requests (e.g., more parkland, affordable housing, and library/community centre sizes), was carried. The committee also approved the demolition of the Pingle-Brown House at 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East, subject to conditions including heritage salvage and an interpretive plaque.

• Approved motion opposing Bridge Station TOC as proposed, with 13 requested revisions (carried)
• Approved demolition of Pingle-Brown House at 4638 Major Mackenzie Drive East, subject to 3 conditions (carried)
• Received written submission from Luv Shelat on Bridge Station TOC (carried)
• Moved into closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Markham Committee of Adjustment meeting on January 19, 2022, 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.

Animal Care Committee

This agenda for the Markham Animal Care Committee meeting on January 19, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no details on what the committee will discuss or decide.

The committee approved the minutes from its November 17, 2021 meeting. It discussed updates on pet licensing form corrections, the coyote coexistence plan, and set elections for vacant roles (including Treasurer) for the February 16, 2022 meeting. No major policy decisions were made; most items were informational or assigned follow-up actions.

• Approved November 17, 2021 meeting minutes (carried)
• Set committee elections for February 16, 2022 meeting
• Assigned Christy Lehman to correct pet licensing form donation text and update website
• Assigned Janet Andrews to send TOR, business plan, and PowerPoint to members for annual plan
• Staff to follow up on bird-friendly guidelines motion status

Special Development Services Committee Meeting

The Special Development Services Committee is meeting to receive presentations on two transit-related items: Metrolinx's revised alignment for the Yonge North Subway Extension and a staff proposal regarding the Provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community. The committee will hear a deputation and receive staff recommendations, with decisions to be forwarded to the January 25 Council meeting.

• Metrolinx presentation on revised alignment of Yonge North Subway Extension (Item 5.1)
• Deputation by Peter Palframan on the subway extension
• Staff presentation on Provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community proposal (Item 5.2)
• Motion to receive staff presentation and authorize staff to implement the resolution

The Special Development Services Committee received presentations and deputations on the revised Yonge North Subway Extension (YNSE) alignment and the Provincial Bridge Station Transit Oriented Community (TOC) proposal. No substantive decisions were made; the committee only received the information and authorized staff to proceed with the resolution.

• Received Metrolinx presentation on revised YNSE alignment (carried)
• Received deputations from Peter Palframan and Peter Miasek on YNSE (carried)
• Received staff presentation on Provincial Bridge Station TOC proposal (carried)
• Received deputation from Mike Everard on Holy Cross Cemetery concerns (carried)
• Authorized staff to do all things necessary to give effect to the TOC resolution (carried)

General Committee Meeting

Markham's General Committee meets to receive York Region communications, approve minutes, and discuss election-related reports for the 2022 municipal election, including a possible ballot question and restricted acts. The committee will also enter a confidential session for legal advice on 233 Main Street and other land matters. A presentation on a seasonal event venue at Markham Fairgrounds is scheduled.

• Question on the Ballot – 2022 Municipal Election report
• Restricted Acts in a Municipal Election Year (2022) report
• Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy (2022)
• Markham Fairgrounds Seasonal Event Venue Proposal presentation
• Confidential session: 233 Main Street legal advice (Ward 3)

The General Committee received a proposal for a seasonal entertainment complex at the Markham Fairgrounds and directed staff to evaluate its impact on traffic, noise, parking, and potential City use. The Committee also received several informational reports, including updates on the 2022 municipal election ballot question process and corporate resource policies. No final decisions were made on the venue proposal; it was referred for further staff review.

• Received Markham Fairgrounds Seasonal Event Venue Proposal and directed staff evaluation (Carried)
• Received report on 2022 Municipal Election ballot question process (Carried)
• Received report on Restricted Acts in a Municipal Election Year (Carried)
• Received report on Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy (Carried)
• Received GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award and Canadian Award for Financial Reporting (Carried)
• Received IABC Toronto Ovation and Canada Silver Leaf Awards of Excellence (Carried)
• Received IABC Toronto Ovation and Canada Silver Leaf Awards of Merit (Carried)
• Received IABC Gold Quill Award of Merit (Carried)

Heritage Markham Committee

The Heritage Markham Committee is meeting to handle administrative matters, including approving the agenda and minutes, and recognizing the end of term for member Doug Denby. The committee will also elect its 2022 chair and vice-chair and appoint members to sub-committees. Staff will present a year-end summary for 2021, and the committee will review several heritage permit applications and a Committee of Adjustment variance request.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair and sub-committee appointments
• Heritage permit applications for 146 John Street (driveway gate) and 146, 181, 216 Main Street Unionville (patio furniture)
• Committee of Adjustment variance for 7703 Kennedy Road (enclosing rooftop deck, parking reduction)
• Delegated approvals for heritage permits at 3 EJ Lennox Way and 1 Station Street
• Delegated building/sign permits at 7750 Bayview Ave, 4400 Hwy 7 E, 11 Peter St, 6 Fonthill Blvd

The Heritage Markham Committee elected Councillor Reid McAlpine as Chair and David Wilson as Vice-Chair for 2022, with Wilson assuming the chair role for the remainder of the meeting due to McAlpine's absence. The committee also approved several heritage permits, including a driveway gate at 146 John Street, Thornhill, and patio furniture at three Unionville locations, while denying a paint colour application for 182 Main Street, Unionville. Sub-committee memberships and representatives to other committees were also appointed.

• Councillor Reid McAlpine acclaimed as Chair, David Wilson as Vice-Chair for 2022
• Approved driveway gate at 146 John Street, Thornhill (heritage permit)
• Approved patio/streetscape furniture at 146, 181, 216 Main Street, Unionville
• Denied exterior paint colour at 182 Main Street, Unionville; recommended working with staff on replacement
• Appointed Architectural Review Sub-Committee: Davis, Huang, Wimmer, Proctor, Rea
• Appointed Heritage Building Evaluation Sub-Committee: Tiefenbach, Goel, Davis, Rea
• Appointed Chakraborty to Doors Open Committee, Wimmer to Historic Unionville Community Vision Committee
• Received delegated approvals for permits at 3 EJ Lennox Way, 1 Station Street, 7750 Bayview Ave., 4400 Hwy 7 E., 11 Peter St., 6 Fonthill Blvd.