Richmond Hill public meetings in 2021

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to consider several staff reports, most notably adopting the 2022 City Operating Budget with a recommended $0 increase and a total tax levy of $119,676,900. The agenda also includes decisions on capital project closures, a software contract, park by-law updates, and multiple planning applications for site plans, zoning amendments, and an official plan amendment. Public forum and delegations are scheduled, including comments on the budget and specific development proposals.

• 2022 Operating Budget: $0 increase, $119,676,900 tax levy, Seniors Tax Assistance Grant at $404
• Capital Asset Sustainability Fee budget increase of $1,196,800, total fee levy $7,768,500
• Non-competitive software renewal for Cayenta awarded to N. Harris Computer Corp, up to $200,000 for 6 months
• Zoning by-law amendment for 227 Harding Boulevard West (RS1 to RM1) with 11.39 persons equivalent servicing allocation
• Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 0 Elgin Mills Road East (1430518 Ontario Inc.)

Heritage Richmond Hill

Heritage Richmond Hill is meeting electronically to discuss several heritage matters, including a proposed delegated authority for minor heritage permits, draft listing templates, and a response to Toronto Star articles about demolition by neglect. The committee will also receive minutes and a council extract regarding a heritage permit for 53 Arnold Crescent.

• Discussion on delegated authority for minor heritage permits
• Discussion on draft listing templates for heritage properties
• Proposed motion to review city's heritage inventory for vacant or poorly maintained properties
• Receive council extract on heritage permit for 53 Arnold Crescent (McNair-Stallibrass House)
• Verbal update from Designation Sub-committee

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Council will receive comments on Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications by Leslie Elgin Developments Inc. for lands at 0 John Birchall Road (Block 51, Plan 65M-4668). The item is for information only; all comments will be referred back to staff. Two delegations and 43 pieces of correspondence are listed for this item.

• Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications by Leslie Elgin Developments Inc. for 0 John Birchall Road (Files D01-21008, D02-21016)
• Two electronic delegations registered: George Dang and Saeid Bokharaie
• 43 pieces of correspondence received regarding the applications
• Public hearing statement and maps included in agenda

Accessibility Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Richmond Hill Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on November 25, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to vote on several planning and administrative items. Key decisions include a zoning by-law amendment for a property on Elm Grove Avenue, a servicing allocation for townhouses on Elgin Mills Road East, endorsement of the Affordable Housing Strategy, a non-competitive water meter contract worth up to $2.4 million, and amendments to the noise by-law. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, reports, and by-laws, plus a closed session for citizen appointments.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 22 Elm Grove Avenue (rezoning from R4 to RD1) - By-law 152-21
• Servicing allocation for 80 townhouse units at 1080 Elgin Mills Road East (239.2 persons equivalent)
• Endorsement of the Affordable Housing Strategy
• Non-competitive water meter contract with Neptune Technology Group Canada Co. up to $2,400,000 for 2 years
• Noise by-law amendments (By-laws 148-21 and 149-21)

Budget Committee of the Whole

The Budget Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider the 2022 draft operating budget, which proposes a $0 increase and a total tax levy of $119,676,900, plus a capital asset sustainability fee increase of $1,196,800. The committee will also review capital project closures and adjustments, and the proposed 2022 budget for the Village of Richmond Hill Business Improvement Area. All items are recommendations for adoption or receipt, not final decisions.

• 2022 operating budget with $0 increase and $119,676,900 tax levy
• Capital Asset Sustainability Fee increase of $1,196,800 to $7,768,500
• 2022 Seniors Tax Assistance Grant remains at $404
• Village of Richmond Hill BIA 2022 budget of $172,962.80 with $100,000 levy
• Capital project closures and budget adjustments per SRCFS.21.047

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Council will receive comments on two development applications: an Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 11491 Leslie Street, and a Zoning By-law Amendment for 551 and 561 16th Avenue. No decisions will be made; all comments will be referred back to staff.

• Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 11491 Leslie Street (Leslie Richmond Developments Limited)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 551 and 561 16th Avenue (Minoo Mahroo)
• Public comments accepted by email until 12 p.m. on meeting day
• Electronic delegations available by video or phone

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to decide on several staff recommendations, including a sole-source contract for a GPS fleet system, zoning and site plan amendments, parking regulation changes, and a budget for the city's 150th anniversary. The agenda also includes presentations on the Fire Master Plan and York Region's water/wastewater plan, plus a petition about infill development.

• Award $615,000 contract to DM&T Services Ltd. for CAD/AVL (GPS) system
• Approve zoning by-law amendment for 229 Harris Avenue (Zonix Group)
• Approve site plan control amendment for 57 Beaufort Hills Road
• Approve parking regulation changes (By-law 102-21)
• Approve $100,000 budget for Richmond Hill 150 from Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve

Heritage Richmond Hill

Heritage Richmond Hill is meeting electronically to consider a heritage permit application for 53 Arnold Crescent, receive a presentation on delegated authority for minor heritage permits, discuss draft listing templates, and approve the 2022 meeting schedule. The meeting also includes adopting previous minutes and receiving updates.

• Heritage permit application to replace rear door at 53 Arnold Crescent (McNair-Stallibrass House), File D12-07010
• Presentation on delegated authority for minor heritage permits
• Discussion of draft listing templates
• Proposed 2022 Heritage Richmond Hill meeting schedule
• Verbal update from Designation Sub-committee

Audit Committee

The Richmond Hill Audit Committee is meeting electronically to receive the external auditor's 2021 audit strategy, review outstanding internal audit recommendations, and consider approving a new Capital Budget Financial Monitoring Policy. The meeting is open to the public via livestream only, with written comments and electronic delegations accepted by noon the day before.

• Report from Grant Thornton LLP on audit strategy for year ending Dec 31, 2021
• Staff report SRCM.21.13 on Internal Audit Outstanding Recommendations
• Proposed Capital Budget Financial Monitoring Policy (SRCFS.21.046) for approval
• Public comments via email by 12 p.m. day before meeting
• Electronic delegations by video or phone available

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Council is receiving comments and correspondence on two proposed developments: a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision at 27, 29 and 31 Anglin Drive, and a revised official plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision by Baif Developments Limited. No decisions are being made; the meeting is for public input only.

• Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision – 2331258 Ontario Inc. – 27, 29 and 31 Anglin Drive (Files D02-21009, SUB-21-0003)
• Revised Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision – Baif Developments Limited (Files D01-20001, D02-20006, D03-93005)
• Nine registered electronic delegations on the Anglin Drive application
• Four registered electronic delegations on the Baif Developments application
• Correspondence received from residents on both applications

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting will consider a member motion by Councillor Muench to formally request a Minister's Zoning Order (MZO) for the Baif Lands in the Headford Business Park, which would allow a mixed-use community including seniors housing. The motion also asks the Region of York to reconsider an employment land conversion for the property. The agenda includes only this motion and a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.

• Member motion to request Minister's Zoning Order for 9.42 ha Baif Lands
• Proposed Baif Development includes 1.2 ha for seniors housing and community wellness hub
• Request to Region of York to reconsider employment land conversion for Baif Lands
• Motion deferred from October 27, 2021 Council meeting
• By-law 153-21 to confirm proceedings of this meeting

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Council will receive a presentation on the draft Richmond Hill Centre Secondary Plan and Study Report for information only. All comments will be referred back to staff for a future comprehensive report. No final decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Draft Richmond Hill Centre Secondary Plan (Attachment 1)
• Richmond Hill Centre Study Report (Attachment 2)
• Presentation by Director Anthony Ierullo and Urban Strategies Inc.
• Public comments accepted until 12 p.m. on meeting day
• Electronic delegations available by video or phone

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting to decide on the 2022 draft capital budget of $77.4 million, several zoning by-law amendments, tax write-offs, and a motion to name the City Square after former Mayor Dave Barrow. The meeting also includes public hearings on tax adjustments and a delegation about water and sewer servicing on Muirhead Crescent.

• 2022 Draft Capital Budget of $77,423,800 approved (By-law 137-21)
• Tax write-offs totaling $56,746.99 under Municipal Act Sections 357, 358, and 354
• Zoning by-law amendments for 9350 Yonge Street (Hillcrest Holdings) and 112 Hunt Avenue (Shahla Siavash Pour)
• Traffic calming on Olde Bayview Avenue: reduce speed to 40 km/h and amend parking (By-laws 131-21 and 141-21)
• Motion to name City Square 'Dave Barrow Square'

Council Public Meeting

This is a Council Public Meeting agenda with two public hearing items. The first is a draft plan of subdivision for 1577-1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East. The second is an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 13564 and 13580 Yonge Street, with 36 pieces of public correspondence attached. Both items are for information and comment referral to staff.

• Draft plan of subdivision application for 1577-1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East (File SUB-21-002)
• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 13564 and 13580 Yonge Street
• 36 pieces of public correspondence received regarding the Yonge Street application
• Electronic meeting due to COVID-19; public comments due by noon on meeting day

Budget Committee of the Whole

The Budget Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2022 Draft Capital Budget and a $516,488,500 capital forecast. The committee is also considering the realignment of several reserve funds and receiving the Q3 2021 operating forecast.

• 2022 Draft Capital Budget request of $77,423,800
• Capital Forecast for 2023-2026 totaling $516,488,500
• Realignment of Roads Repair and Replacement and Sidewalk Reserve Funds into the Transportation Network Repair and Replacement Reserve Fund
• Realignment of Indoor and Outdoor Development Charges Reserve Funds into the Parks and Recreation Development Charges Reserve Fund
• 2021 Operating Forecast Q3 report

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to decide on several planning applications, grant submissions, and member motions. Key items include zoning by-law amendments for properties on Yonge Street and Kerrybrook Drive, an official plan amendment for Leslie Street, and grant applications for capital projects and the performing arts centre. Council will also consider motions on installing an AED at Lake Wilcox Park, improving windrow services, and restoring the cenotaph.

• Zoning amendment for 13351 and 13359 Yonge Street (Yonge Ridge Developments) to RM1 zone
• Community Improvement Plan grant up to $72,500 for 10144-10148 Yonge Street
• Official Plan amendment for 11546 Leslie Street (Deergate Holdings) to add residential uses
• Zoning amendment for 274 Kerrybrook Drive and 282 Richmond Street
• Grant applications: Community Building Fund, Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (Mill Pond Park $11,024,000; Humber Flats $2,965,000), Canada Arts Presentation Fund $225,000

Heritage Richmond Hill

Heritage Richmond Hill is meeting electronically to consider a heritage permit for modifying the storefront façade at 10155-10157 Yonge Street (Hewison-Skeele House and Shop), approve the 2022 meeting schedule, and receive a verbal update from the Designation Sub-committee. The committee will also adopt minutes from previous meetings, including a prior heritage permit approval for 103 Richmond Street.

• Heritage permit application for 10155-10157 Yonge Street (Hewison-Skeele House and Shop) to modify storefront façade
• Approval of proposed 2022 Heritage Richmond Hill meeting schedule
• Verbal update from Designation Sub-committee
• Adoption of minutes from HRH#06-21 (September 14, 2021)
• Receipt of extract from Council meeting C#35-21 regarding heritage permit for 103 Richmond Street (Eliza Gaby House)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to review the 2020 status report on the 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, receive correspondence from York Region about a professional development forum, and approve the 2022 meeting schedule. The committee will also adopt previous minutes and handle routine procedural items.

• 2020 Status Report on the 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (staff report SRCFS.21.050) to be received and posted to City website
• Correspondence from Joseph Silva, York Region, re: 2021 Accessibility Advisory Committee Professional Development Forum
• Proposed 2022 Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting schedule to be approved
• Adoption of minutes from May 6, 2021 meeting (AAC#02-21)

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Council will receive comments on Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications by Elgin House Properties Limited for 1000 Elgin Mills Road East. The applications are for information only, and all comments will be referred back to staff. No final decision is being made at this meeting.

• Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 1000 Elgin Mills Road East (City Files D01-21005 and D02-21008)
• Related file D06-21032
• Legal description: Part of Lots 26 and 27, Concession 2, E.Y.S.
• Correspondence from Heritage and Urban Design dated August 24, 2021

Accessibility Advisory Committee

This is the agenda for the Richmond Hill Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on September 30, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting focuses on filling the vacancy in the Office of Mayor. Council will receive staff reports on public consultation options and on options to fill the vacancy, including appointing an Alternate Regional Councillor. Two delegations and 17 pieces of correspondence on the vacancy will be received. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19.

• Staff report SRCFS 21.054 on public consultation options for mayor vacancy
• Staff report SRCFS.21.055 on options to fill mayor vacancy and appoint Alternate Regional Councillor
• Delegations from Wilhelm Bleek (136 Centre Street West) and Wei Hua (14 Tentone Court)
• 17 correspondence items received regarding the vacancy, including from John Li on behalf of RHURG
• By-law 140-21 to confirm proceedings of the meeting

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment for 227 Harding Boulevard West, a motion to permanently eliminate the green/blue bin replacement fee, and several routine items including minutes, a pending items list, and the 2022 meeting schedule. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19, with public participation via livestream or written submissions.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 227 Harding Blvd West (rezoning from RS1 to RM1) with site-specific standards
• Member motion to permanently eliminate the green/blue bin replacement fee effective January 1, 2021
• By-laws to remove part lot control for properties on Hartney Drive, Hunt Avenue, and Ness Drive
• Approval of 2022 Council and Committee meeting schedule
• Adoption of Heritage Richmond Hill minutes from July 6, 2021

Council Public Meeting

Council holds a public meeting to receive comments on Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications by 2628908 Ontario Limited for 9593 Bathurst Street (Part of Lots 20 and 21, Registered Plan 65M-2027). Staff recommend the report be received for information and all comments referred back to staff. Two pieces of written correspondence from residents are also received.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 9593 Bathurst Street (City Files D01-21004 and D02-21007)
• Staff recommendation to receive report SRPI.21.084 for information and refer comments back to staff
• Correspondence received from Haohan Li (3 Jodphur Lane, July 12, 2021) and Rui You (9601 Bathurst Street, July 14, 2021)

Official Plan Update Committee

The Official Plan Update Committee is meeting electronically to receive a staff presentation on the Official Plan Update, covering engagement to date, planning for change, emerging key directions, and next steps. The committee will also adopt minutes from its January 19, 2021 meeting. No decisions on the plan itself are scheduled.

• Staff presentation on Official Plan Update, including engagement and emerging key directions
• Adoption of minutes from OPUC#01-21 held January 19, 2021

Heritage Richmond Hill

Heritage Richmond Hill is meeting electronically to elect a chair for the remainder of the council term, adopt previous minutes, and receive staff updates on improving the process for listing properties on the Heritage Register, mapping heritage resources, and the Designation Sub-committee's work.

• Election of Heritage Richmond Hill Chair for the remainder of the 2018-2022 Term of Council
• Adoption of minutes from July 6, 2021 meeting (HRH#05-21)
• Staff response on process improvements for listing properties on the Heritage Register
• Verbal update on mapping Richmond Hill's heritage resources
• Verbal update from the Designation Sub-committee

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to consider staff reports, by-laws, and a delegation. The most substantive item is a staff report on the Council Compensation Review Committee, where Council will provide direction on setting compensation for the 2022-2026 term. The agenda also includes several by-laws to remove lands from part lot control and amend zoning by-laws, plus a report on delegated authority actions taken during the summer recess.

• Council Compensation Review Committee for 2022-2026 term (SRCFS.21.039)
• Delegation of Authority report covering summer recess actions, including development applications and a CIP grant for 10157-10165 Yonge Street (SRCM.21.09)
• By-law 103-21 to extend expiration of By-law 113-19 (part lot control)
• By-laws 104-21 and 105-21 to remove lands from part lot control
• By-laws 107-21 and 108-21 to amend zoning by-laws (former Township of Markham and King)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting of Richmond Hill, ON, held electronically due to COVID-19. The main item is a member motion by Mayor Dave Barrow on city governance and council meeting efficiency, to be tabled at the meeting. The agenda also includes a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.

• Member motion by Mayor Barrow on city governance and council meeting efficiency
• By-law 118-21 to confirm proceedings of the September 8 special council meeting

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting to decide on several planning applications, including zoning by-law amendments and draft plans of subdivision for residential developments on Beech Avenue, Jefferson Sideroad, Harris Avenue, Maple Grove Avenue, Elm Grove Avenue, and McCague Avenue. The agenda also includes a presentation and delegations on the Affordable Housing Strategy, as well as financial reports and fee updates. The meeting is being held electronically due to COVID-19, with public participation via livestream or written submissions.

• Approval of zoning and subdivision applications for Country Wide Homes at 30 Beech Avenue and surrounding streets, including 111 single detached dwellings, 12 semi-detached dwellings, and 35 street townhouse dwellings
• Approval of zoning and subdivision applications for 20 Maple Grove Ltd. at 20 Maple Grove Avenue, with 45.63 persons equivalent of servicing allocation
• Approval of zoning and subdivision applications for Zonix Developments Inc. at 47 Elm Grove Avenue, with 10.53 persons equivalent of servicing allocation
• Approval of Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Site Plan applications for Leslie Elgin Developments Inc. at 0 McCague Avenue
• Sole source contract award to VFA Canada Corporation for ReCAPP software upgrade, not exceeding $271,000

Heritage Richmond Hill

Heritage Richmond Hill is meeting electronically to consider a heritage permit application for a garage at 103 Richmond Street (the Eliza Gaby House). The committee will also receive a verbal update from its Designation Sub-committee and adopt minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting is open to public observation via livestream, with written comments and electronic delegations accepted by noon on the day of the meeting.

• Heritage permit application for 103 Richmond Street (Eliza Gaby House) to erect a garage, with staff recommending approval if front façade colours match the heritage palette
• Verbal update from the Designation Sub-committee
• Adoption of minutes from June 8, 2021 meeting (HRH#04-21)
• Next meeting scheduled for September 14, 2021

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is meeting electronically to receive the 2020 audit strategy and results report from Grant Thornton LLP, and to consider approving the 2020 draft consolidated financial statements for the City and the Richmond Hill Public Library Board. The meeting is open to public observation via livestream, with written comments and electronic delegations accepted by noon the day before.

• Report from Grant Thornton LLP on audit strategy and results for year ended December 31, 2020
• SRCFS.21.033 – 2020 Draft Consolidated Financial Statements
• Approval and publication of 2020 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements (Appendix A)
• Authorization for Mayor and Treasurer to sign the Financial Statements
• Receipt of 2020 Audited Richmond Hill Public Library Board Financial Statements (Appendix B)

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting to decide on several planning and community items, including endorsing an Affordable Housing Strategy, reducing speed limits on multiple streets, approving a zoning by-law and subdivision for Country Wide Homes, and providing direction on a development at 12600 Bayview Avenue. The agenda also includes presentations on the city's ISO 37120 certification and Mackenzie Health's COVID-19 response, plus a request to develop an Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement.

• Endorse Affordable Housing Strategy (SRPI.21.052)
• Reduce speed limits to 40 km/h on multiple streets (By-law 70-21)
• Approve zoning and subdivision for Country Wide Homes at 30 Beech Ave and nearby (SRPI.21.067)
• Support in principle development at 12600 Bayview Ave (SRPI.21.072)
• Amend Fence By-law for 99 Westwood Lane to allow 6-ft fencing (By-law 86-21)

Budget Committee of the Whole

The Budget Committee of the Whole is meeting electronically to discuss and decide on several financial items, including year-end operating results for 2020, investment portfolio results, development charges and reserve funds statements, the Q2 2021 operating forecast, and updates to the tariff of fees. The committee will consider approving carryforward items, funding a deficit, and adopting new fee by-laws.

• 2020 Operating Fund deficit of $1,553,200 to be funded from Safe Restart Agreement monies
• Approval of 2020 Operating Budget carryforward items (Appendix B)
• Approval of updated Investment Policy (Appendix D)
• Adoption of draft By-law 67-21 amending Public Works Operations 2021 Tariff of Fees
• Adoption of draft By-law 68-21 for 2022 Tariff of Fees, including new and amended fees

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Council receives comments on two development applications: a revised Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 9861 Yonge Street and 236/240 Church Street South, and an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 9750 and 9760 Yonge Street. The agenda indicates that staff reports will be received for information and all comments referred back to staff, meaning no final decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Revised Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 9861 Yonge Street and 236/240 Church Street South (Files D01-12011, D02-12032)
• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 9750 and 9760 Yonge Street (Files D01-21003, D02-21005)
• Public comments accepted by email or electronic delegation until 12 p.m. on meeting day
• Meeting held electronically due to COVID-19

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to decide on several planning and administrative items. Key decisions include approving a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 850 Elgin Mills Road East, adopting an Official Plan Amendment and zoning by-law for the Lake Wilcox Special Policy Area, and approving by-laws to authorize optical scan tabulators and internet voting for municipal elections. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting previous minutes, a presentation on the 2021 Asset Management Plan, and a closed session to discuss solicitor-client privileged matters related to the Oak Ridges Community Centre.

• Approval of zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 850 Elgin Mills Road East (48 townhouse units, 143.52 persons equivalent servicing allocation)
• Adoption of Official Plan Amendment 22 and By-law 64-21 for the Lake Wilcox Special Policy Area
• Enactment of By-laws 74-21 and 75-21 to authorize optical scan tabulators and internet voting for municipal elections
• Approval of the 2021 Asset Management Plan
• Proclamation of June 2021 as Brain Injury Awareness Month

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting focuses on the 2021 Development Charges Update, including a presentation, correspondence, and a staff report deferred from May 5. Council will decide whether to bring forward three draft by-laws for adoption: one amending the city-wide development charges by-law and two establishing area-specific by-laws for the Bayview North East and Headford development areas. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Presentation on 2021 Development Charges Update by David Dexter and Gary Scandlan
• Draft By-law 34-21 to amend city-wide Development Charges By-law 47-19
• Draft By-law 32-21 for Bayview North East Development Area
• Draft By-law 33-21 for Headford (excluding Storm) Development Area
• Delegation from Randy Grimes on behalf of North Leslie Landowners Group Inc.

Heritage Richmond Hill

Heritage Richmond Hill is meeting electronically to adopt minutes, receive council extracts on heritage permits and grants, and hear a presentation on the Official Plan Review. The committee will also get a verbal update from the Designation Sub-committee. The meeting is open to written comments and electronic delegations by 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

• Heritage Permit Application - 16 Bawden Drive (Hilts/Bawden House), File D12-07267
• 2021 Heritage Grant Applications for 7 properties: 11225 Leslie Street, 9875 Leslie Street, 217 Gormley Road West, 16 Bawden Drive, 32 Love Court, 26 Gormley Court, 97 Centre Street West
• Presentation by Dan Kelly on proposed process improvements for listing properties on the Richmond Hill Heritage Register
• Presentation on Official Plan Review by policy planning and urban design staff
• Adoption of minutes from May 4, 2021 meeting

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Council will receive comments on two development applications: a zoning by-law amendment for 22 Elm Grove Avenue and official plan and zoning by-law amendments for 12030 Yonge Street. The reports are for information only, and all comments will be referred back to staff. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Zoning by-law amendment application by Sezeyi Simsek for 22 Elm Grove Avenue (City File D02-21004)
• Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment applications by J-G Cordone Investments Ltd. for 12030 Yonge Street (City Files D01-20017 and D02-20032)
• Two registered electronic delegations for the 12030 Yonge Street item: Joshua Butcher (Bousfields Inc.) and Allen Zhang (90 Settlement Crescent)

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting to consider a range of staff reports and recommendations. The most significant item is the approval of the final Community Energy and Emissions Plan, which includes a Climate Change Toolkit. The council will also vote on several development applications, heritage grants, and local improvement projects.

• Approval of final Community Energy and Emissions Plan and Climate Change Toolkit (SRPI.21.056)
• Draft approval for a condominium plan at 0 Leslie Street by Leslie Elgin Developments Inc. (SRPI.21.045)
• Zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 234-252 King Road, 1 Parker Avenue, 2 and 4 Shaver Street by Carval Homes (SRPI.21.060)
• Sole source contract with SAP Canada Inc. for software licenses, not exceeding $1,678,000 (SRCFS.21.030)
• Heritage grants totaling $30,000 for seven properties, including 11225 Leslie Street and 16 Bawden Drive (SRPI.21.042)

David Dunlap Observatory Park Project Steering Committee

The David Dunlap Observatory Park Project Steering Committee is meeting electronically to receive an update on the Early Priorities Project (staff report SRPI.21.061). The committee will consider recommending continued support for the project, including adding early priorities to the 10-year capital forecast and continuing implementation of approved work, such as woodlot restoration.

• Receive staff report SRPI.21.061 on DDO Park Early Priorities Project Update
• Recommend continued support of the David Dunlap Observatory Project
• Include early priorities in 10 Year Capital forecast with extended timeframe
• Continue implementation of early priorities and woodlot restoration from Corsica development agreement

Council Public Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is holding a public meeting to receive comments on two proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments: one for 9675, 9697, and 9699 Yonge Street by Dilawri Real Estate Group, and one for 45 Observatory Lane by Metropole–Nord Hub JV. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19, and the public can submit written comments or register as electronic delegations. Council will receive staff reports and all comments for information, referring them back to staff for further consideration.

• Public hearing for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments at 9675, 9697, 9699 Yonge Street (Dilawri Real Estate Group)
• Public hearing for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments at 45 Observatory Lane (Metropole–Nord Hub JV)
• Electronic delegations registered: Lauren Capilongo (for Dilawri) and Michael Bissett (for Metropole–Nord Hub JV)
• Written correspondence received from residents regarding both applications
• Meeting held electronically under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 238(3.3)

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting to adopt minutes, receive reports, and vote on several items, including the 2022 budget strategy, development-related requests, and a by-law amendment. The most consequential item is the proposed 2022 budget strategy, which directs staff to prepare a draft operating budget with no tax rate increase and a capital program capped at $16 million.

• 2022 Capital and Operating Budget Strategy: tax rate increase no more than 0%, capital program capped at $16 million
• Permission to apply to Committee of Adjustment for 251, 253, 259 Oxford Street (Duchess of Oxford Modern Homes Inc.)
• Deferral of development charges for Vitmont Holdings (Oak Ridges) Inc. to enable eligibility for York Region's Rental Housing Development Charge Deferral Program
• By-law 31-21 to amend zoning by-laws for 11430 Leslie Street (1863106 Ontario Inc.)
• Presentation on 2020 School Board By-election Survey Results by Dr. Nicole Goodman

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to adopt previous minutes, receive a presentation on Richmond Hill's Multi-Year Accessibility Plan design projects, and hear a verbal update on website accessibility improvements. The meeting is open to the public via livestream, with written comments and electronic delegations accepted.

• Presentation on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2020-2022 design projects by Mohammad Kashani, Manager, Design and Construction
• Verbal update on website accessibility improvements by Brian Inglis, Legislative and Projects Advisor
• Adoption of minutes from January 21, 2021 meeting

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Council will receive comments on two proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments. The applications are for 1070 Major Mackenzie Drive East and 11300 Yonge Street. No decisions are being made; all comments will be referred back to staff.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 1070 Major Mackenzie Drive East (First Baymac Developments Limited and Canadian Property Holdings)
• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 11300 Yonge Street (Millwin Investments Limited)
• Correspondence received from a resident regarding 11300 Yonge Street

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting will consider two main items: passing By-law 62-21 to appoint an Integrity Commissioner for the City of Richmond Hill, and adopting a Member of Council Community Events Policy. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19, with public participation via livestream and written comments.

• By-law 62-21 to appoint an Integrity Commissioner
• Member of Council Community Events Policy
• By-law 63-21 to confirm proceedings of council

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting focuses on the 2021 Development Charges Update. Council will receive a staff report and decide whether to bring three draft by-laws forward to the June 9, 2021 meeting for adoption. The by-laws amend the city-wide development charges and establish area-specific charges for the Bayview North East and Headford development areas. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19.

• Receive staff report SRCFS.21.026 on 2021 Development Charges Update
• Bring draft By-law 34-21 (amending city-wide development charges By-law 47-19) to June 9, 2021 Council meeting
• Bring draft By-law 32-21 (area-specific charges, Bayview North East Development Area) to June 9, 2021 Council meeting
• Bring draft By-law 33-21 (area-specific charges, Headford - Excluding Storm Development Area) to June 9, 2021 Council meeting
• Confirm no further public meetings required under Development Charges Act

Heritage Richmond Hill

Heritage Richmond Hill is meeting electronically to consider a heritage permit amendment for 16 Bawden Drive and to approve seven heritage grants totaling $30,000 for repairs to designated properties. The committee will also receive a verbal update from its Designation Sub-committee on proposed process improvements for listing properties on the heritage register.

• Heritage permit to amend approved Conservation Plan for 16 Bawden Drive (Hilts/Bawden House)
• Heritage grant $5,000 for window replacement at 11225 Leslie Street
• Heritage grant $5,000 for exterior repainting at 9875 Leslie Street
• Heritage grant $2,700 for front porch restoration at 217 Gormley Road West
• Heritage grants totaling $12,300 for 16 Bawden Drive, 32 Love Court, 26 Gormley Court, and 97 Centre Street West

Special Council Education and Training Meeting

This is a special Council education and training meeting focused on Richmond Hill's draft Affordable Housing Strategy. Council will receive a presentation from staff and a consultant, and will discuss the draft strategy report. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19, with public observation via livestream and written comments accepted.

• Presentation on Draft Affordable Housing Strategy Report by Sybelle von Kursell and Christine Pacini of SHS Consulting
• Draft Affordable Housing Strategy Report attached for Council's reference
• By-law 58-21 to confirm proceedings of the meeting

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to consider several staff reports and by-laws. Key items include responding to an Ontario Ombudsman investigation into closed meetings, deciding on a private street naming request, and denying a fence height variance. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports.

• Ombudsman report on closed meetings in 2019-2020; proposed By-law 23-21 to amend procedure
• Denial of fence by-law amendment for 2.43m rear yard fence at 26 Harmony Hill Crescent
• Rejection of street names 'Chiara Rose' and 'Davide Nicola' for private streets off McCachen Street
• Approval of Member of Council Community Events Policy
• Delegated authority for assumption of municipal services to Executive Director

Council Public Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is holding a public meeting to receive comments on two development applications. The first is a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 0 Fern Avenue by The Duncan Rd – 16th Avenue Group Inc. The second is an official plan and zoning by-law amendment for 9301, 9325, and 9335 Yonge Street by Whitehorn Investments Limited and others. Council will receive staff reports and public input, with all comments referred back to staff.

• Zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 0 Fern Avenue (City Files D02-20031 and SUB-20-0005)
• Proposal to include City-owned lands for future road allowance in the Fern Avenue subdivision to build Street 'A'
• Official plan and zoning by-law amendment for 9301, 9325, and 9335 Yonge Street (City Files D01-20015 and D02-20029)
• Electronic delegation by Jim Kotsopolous on behalf of the Fern Avenue applicant
• Electronic delegation by Nolan Moss (Smartcentres) on behalf of the Yonge Street applicant

Electronic Special Council Closed Meeting

This is a special closed meeting of Richmond Hill Council. The only substantive item is a resolution to move into closed session to discuss the appointment of an Integrity Commissioner, citing confidential commercial and negotiation information. The meeting also includes routine adoption of agenda, disclosures of interest, a confirming by-law, and adjournment.

• Closed session discussion on appointment of Integrity Commissioner
• By-law 54-21 to confirm proceedings of Council

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to consider several staff reports and by-laws. Key items include designating Lucas Street as a Community Safety Zone, approving a $65,000 pedestrian crossover on Rollinghill Road, and approving a draft plan of condominium at 8868 Yonge Street. Council will also discuss two member motions on farming and council event fundraising.

• Designate Lucas Street (Trayborn Drive to Mill Street) as Community Safety Zone (By-law 14-21)
• Approve $65,000 for pedestrian crossover at Rollinghill Road and Jack Ashton Avenue, funded from Federal Gas Tax Reserve
• Approve draft plan of condominium for 8868 Yonge Street (Collecdev)
• Approve $52,700 Fire Safety Grant from provincial Office of the Fire Marshal
• Re-appoint W. Paul Dray and James B. Georgeff as Hearing Officers until June 12, 2024

Heritage Richmond Hill

This agenda for the Heritage Richmond Hill meeting on April 13, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is deciding on several planning matters, including expanded permissions for additional residential units (secondary suites) and zoning by-law amendments for two Leslie Street properties. The agenda also includes routine items like tax write-offs, a community garden agreement, and a plan for hybrid meetings.

• Expanded permissions for additional residential units (secondary suites) via Official Plan Amendment 23 and zoning by-laws 13-21 (Revised) and 25-21
• Zoning by-law amendment for 11280 Leslie Street (Amir-Hessam Limited) to rezone from Agricultural to Multiple Residential Four and Open Space
• Zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 11430 Leslie Street (1863106 Ontario Inc.) to rezone to residential, park, and open space zones
• Tax write-offs totaling $12,364.41 (Section 357), $7,325.22 (Section 358), and $69,019.20 (Section 354)
• Real estate open house sign by-law amendments (By-laws 4-21 and 37-21)

Council Public Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is holding a public meeting to receive comments on two proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments. The first is for lands at 190, 210 and 230 Major Mackenzie Drive West and 129-147 Arnold Crescent, submitted by The Acorn Development Corporation, Acorn Major Mack Inc. and Woodcreek Development Corporation. The second is for 0 Oneida Crescent, submitted by Gates of Bayview Townhomes Inc. Council will hear registered delegations and receive written correspondence on both items, with all comments referred back to staff.

• Acorn development: Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 190, 210, 230 Major Mackenzie Dr W and 129-147 Arnold Cres (Files D01-20014, D02-20028)
• Gates of Bayview: Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 0 Oneida Crescent (Files D01-19005, D02-19023)
• Delegations registered for Acorn item: Michael Goldberg, Navid Tajalli, Brian Chapnik, Jonathon Kahane Rapport
• Delegations registered for Gates of Bayview item: Billy Tung, Barry Graziani, Michael Frankfort, Mona Masoumi
• 44 pieces of correspondence received regarding the Oneida Crescent application

Special Council Education and Training Meeting

This is a special council meeting focused on education and training. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The main substantive items are two closed-session discussions to appoint a citizen member to the Accessibility Advisory Committee and a representative to the Heritage Richmond Hill Committee for the remainder of the 2018-2022 term. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda, disclosures of interest, a confirmatory by-law (36-21), and adjournment.

• Closed session to appoint a citizen member to the Accessibility Advisory Committee
• Closed session to appoint a representative to the Heritage Richmond Hill Committee
• By-law 36-21 to confirm proceedings of the meeting

Council Meeting

This agenda is essentially empty of actionable content. It consists only of interface text from the eSCRIBE meeting management software, including placeholders for title, description, category, number, stage, department, and attachments, plus a history section with no meeting records. No actual agenda items, motions, or discussion topics are listed.

• No agenda items listed
• No attachments or documents provided
• No meeting history or votes recorded

Heritage Richmond Hill

This agenda for the Heritage Richmond Hill meeting on March 9, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

Special Council Education and Training Meeting

This is a special education and training meeting where Richmond Hill Council will receive a presentation on the 2021 Draft Development Charges from the Director of Financial Services and a consultant. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19 and also includes adoption of the agenda, disclosures of interest, a by-law to confirm proceedings, and adjournment.

• Presentation on 2021 Draft Development Charges by David Dexter and Gary Scandlan
• By-law 38-21 to confirm proceedings of the February 10 Special Council meeting
• Electronic meeting pursuant to Municipal Act, 2001 due to COVID-19

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Richmond Hill Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting is essentially empty, containing only interface text from the eSCRIBE software and no actual agenda items, descriptions, or attachments. There are no decisions, proposals, or discussions listed for this meeting.

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Richmond Hill Council will receive comments on two zoning by-law amendment applications. The applications are for 9350 Yonge Street and 58 Major Mackenzie Drive West. No final decisions will be made; all comments will be referred to staff for review.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 9350 Yonge Street (Hillcrest Holdings Inc. and Montez Hillcrest Inc.)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 58 Major Mackenzie Drive West (Yeda Major Mackenzie Inc.)
• Public comments accepted by email until 12 p.m. on meeting day
• Electronic delegations available by video or phone

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing multiple development applications and city-wide policy changes. Key items include expanded permissions for additional residential units and the transfer of Yonge Street jurisdiction to York Region.

• Transfer of Yonge Street jurisdiction between Levendale Road and Elgin Mills Road
• Expanded permissions for Additional Residential Units (Secondary Suites)
• Rezoning and subdivision approval for 178 Centre Street East
• Rezoning and subdivision approval for 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 McCachen Street
• Zoning amendment and $20,000 contribution for 8-14 Yongehurst Road

Budget Committee of the Whole

This agenda is essentially empty of actionable content. It consists solely of interface labels and placeholders from the eSCRIBE software, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The meeting appears to be a procedural placeholder with nothing concrete for residents to track.

Council Public Meeting

This agenda for the Richmond Hill Council Public Meeting on February 17, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

Electronic Special Council Closed Meeting

This is a special closed council meeting held electronically. Council will move into closed session to consider personal matters about identifiable individuals regarding the 2021 Volunteer Achievement Awards. The meeting also includes routine items like adopting the agenda, confirming the proceedings, and adjournment.

• Closed session to discuss 2021 Volunteer Achievement Awards (personal matters about identifiable individuals)
• By-law 26-21 to confirm proceedings of Council

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to consider adopting the 2021 City Operating Budget, which includes a $0 budget increase and a total tax levy of $117,956,300, along with the Water, Wastewater & Stormwater budgets. The agenda also includes requests for direction on two development applications at Yonge Street properties, adoption of committee minutes, and several by-laws.

• 2021 City Operating Budget: $0 increase, $117,956,300 tax levy, Seniors Tax Assistance Grant at $404
• 2021 Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Budgets: $1,179,600 fee increase, $6,571,700 total fee levy
• Village of Richmond Hill BIA 2021 budget: $127,708 gross, $100,000 levy on rateable properties
• Council to oppose Metroview (GARDEN) development at 8700-8710 Yonge St. at LPAT
• Council to support in principle Metroview (Elmwood) revised proposal at 9929-9939 Yonge St. and 186-188 Church St. S.

Heritage Richmond Hill

Heritage Richmond Hill is meeting electronically to adopt minutes from January 19 and receive extracts from a January 27 Council meeting. The extracts cover a heritage permit for David Dunlap Observatory Park woodland restoration, a notice of intent to demolish 16 Centre Street West, a heritage permit for 11121 Leslie Street (John McCague House), and heritage restoration agreements for 33 Roseview Avenue and 1000 Elgin Mills Road East. The committee will also receive a verbal update from its Designation Sub-committee. No delegations are scheduled.

• Notice of intent to demolish 16 Centre Street West (City File D12-07105)
• Heritage permit application for 11121 Leslie Street - John McCague House (D12-07270)
• Heritage permit for Phase 2 David Dunlap Observatory Park Woodland Restoration (D12-07228)
• Heritage restoration agreements for 33 Roseview Avenue and 1000 Elgin Mills Road East
• Request to update 2009 Heritage Policy Review and Key Directions Report as part of Official Plan Update

Budget Committee of the Whole

This agenda is for the Richmond Hill Budget Committee of the Whole meeting on February 9, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded media placeholders, with no specific agenda items, reports, or decisions listed in the provided text.

Council Public Meeting

This is a public meeting where Council will receive staff reports and public comments on three zoning by-law amendment applications, plus one related official plan amendment. No final decisions are being made; all comments will be referred back to staff for further review.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 274 Kerrybrook Drive and 282 Richmond Street (City File D02-20019)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 109 Benson Avenue, including townhouse and semi-detached renderings (City File D02-20021)
• Revised Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 11130 Yonge Street (City Files D01-18001 and D02-18007)
• Electronic delegations registered for 109 Benson Avenue and 11130 Yonge Street items

Council Meeting

Richmond Hill Council is meeting electronically to decide on several planning and heritage items, including zoning by-law amendments and draft plan of subdivision approvals for Dora Homes Inc. at 91 Snively Street and 0 Glenmore Avenue, and for Brookside Castle Corporation at 24 Brookside Road. The agenda also includes heritage restoration agreements, a $95,000 drainage investigation for Mill Street and Altamira Road, and a member motion on permeable pavement. Public participation is limited to written comments, video conference public forum, or electronic delegations due to COVID-19.

• Zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for Dora Homes Inc. at 91 Snively Street and 0 Glenmore Avenue, rezoning from Agricultural to R4 and EPA1 zones
• Zoning by-law amendment for Brookside Castle Corporation at 24 Brookside Road, rezoning from Flood and General Commercial One zones
• Heritage Restoration Agreements for 33 Roseview Avenue and 1000 Elgin Mills Road East
• Capital budget of $95,000 for Mill Street and Altamira Road drainage investigation
• Member motion on permeable pavement solutions for stormwater management

Budget Committee of the Whole

The Budget Committee of the Whole is meeting electronically to review and potentially approve the 2021 City Operating Budget, which proposes a $0 increase to the tax levy, and to consider the 2021 BIA budget, the 2020 operating forecast, and capital project status. The meeting includes presentations from the Director of Financial Services and a BIA representative, and public comments are accepted by email or electronic delegation.

• 2021 City Operating Budget with $0 increase and total tax levy of $117,956,300
• 2021 BIA proposed gross operating budget of $127,708 with $100,000 levy on rateable properties
• Capital Asset Sustainability Fee budget increase of $1,179,600 and total fee levy of $6,571,700
• 2020 Operating Forecast and COVID-19 pressures report
• Capital Project Financial Status Report with project closures and budget adjustments

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to receive reports and updates on accessibility matters, including the Richmond Hill Public Library's 2019 annual accessibility report, York Region Transit's Mobility On-Request 65+ service, and improvements to the city's website. The committee will also approve its 2021 meeting schedule. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Receive 2019 Richmond Hill Public Library Board Accessibility Policy and Program Report
• Receive correspondence from York Region Transit about Mobility On-Request 65+ service
• Receive verbal update on Inclusion Services in Culture and Recreation Programs
• Receive verbal update on website accessibility improvements
• Approve 2021 meeting schedule (March 4, May 6, June 24, Sept 30, Nov 25)

Official Plan Update Committee

The Official Plan Update Committee will hear a staff presentation on the Official Plan Update, covering 2041 vision considerations, future readiness, complete community building principles, urban structure, timeline, and public engagement. The committee will consider directing staff to hold a virtual public open house on February 18, 2021, and to proceed with other consultation events to develop a Key Directions Report for Council endorsement by end of 2021. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19; public comments and delegation applications are due by 12 p.m. the day before.

• Staff presentation on Official Plan Update including 2041 Vision Considerations and Urban Structure
• Proposed virtual public open house on February 18, 2021
• Plan to formulate Key Directions Report for Council endorsement by end of 2021
• Adoption of minutes from November 24, 2020 meeting

Heritage Richmond Hill

The committee is reviewing a notice of intent to demolish 16 Centre Street West and a heritage permit for 11121 Leslie Street. Additionally, staff are discussing updates to the 2009 Heritage Policy Review and Key Directions Report.

• Notice of Intent to Demolish 16 Centre Street West
• Heritage Permit Application for demolition and replication of driveshed at 11121 Leslie Street
• Update to the 2009 Heritage Policy Review and Key Directions Report

Electronic Special Council Closed Meeting

This is a special closed meeting of Richmond Hill Council, held electronically. The agenda contains no public items, only procedural boilerplate, so no decisions or discussions are visible to the public.