DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Council Chamber

All Members of Council

Development Services                                               Economic Development

Chair:                      Regional Councillor Jim Jones                                Chair:                      Councillor Carolina Moretti

Vice-Chair:              Councillor Don Hamilton                                       Vice-Chair:              Councillor Alex Chiu

                                                                                                                Transportation Issues

                                                                                                                Chair:                      Regional Councillor Gord Landon

                                                                                                                Vice-Chair:              Councillor Alan Ho

 

 

PART A & B

Presentations, Major Studies, and Issues Agenda

Report Agenda

9:00 a.m. – Council Chamber

 

Attendance

Mayor Frank Scarpitti Deputy Mayor Jack Heath Regional Councillor Jim Jones Regional Councillor Gord Landon Councillor Valerie Burke Councillor Howard Shore Councillor Don Hamilton Councillor Carolina Moretti Councillor Colin Campbell Councillor Alan Ho Councillor Logan Kanapathi Councillor Alex Chiu   Regrets Regional Councillor Joe Li

Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative Officer Brenda Librecz, Commissioner of Community & Fire Services Alan Brown, Director of Engineering Stephen Chait, Director, Economic Development Catherine Conrad, Town Solicitor George Duncan, Senior Heritage Planner Scott Heaslip, Senior Project Coordinator Emily Houdi, Assistant to Councillor Christina Kakaflikas, Manager, Special Projects Biju Karumanchery, Senior Development Manager Brian Lee, Senior Manager, Development Engineering & Transportation Rino Mostacci, Director of Planning and Urban Design Stacia Muradali, Planner II Bill Wiles, Manager, By-law Enforcement and Licensing Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee Coordinator

 

The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 9:05 a.m. in the Council Chamber with Regional Councillor Jim Jones in the Chair.  Regional Councillor Gord Landon assumed the Chair for Transportation Issues, Nos. 2 and 3; and Councillor Carolina Moretti assumed the Chair for Economic Development item Nos. 1 and 18.

 

The Committee observed a Minute of Silence in memory of events on September 11, 2001.

 

 

DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

 

Councillor Valerie Burke disclosed an interest with respect to Agenda Item #6, the August 8, 2012 Heritage Markham minutes, regarding 26 Colborne Street, by nature of owning the subject property, and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of this matter.

 

 

 

1.         VENTURELAB
            MENTORING, PARTNERING, CONNECTING (10.16)

            Presentation

 

Stephen Chait, Director of Economic Development, introduced this item and the presenter, Jeremy Laurin, President and CEO of VentureLAB, and two members of the VentureLAB Board, Scott MacCannell and Andrew Wilkes.

 

Mr. Laurin gave a presentation to update the Committee on the activities of VentureLAB. He reviewed the mission and vision of the program, as well as the goals, outcomes, and mentoring, partnering, and connecting initiatives. Mr. Laurin outlined the strategic priorities and explained the new Genesis Program.

 

The Committee had comments and questions regarding the nature of businesses being targeted by VentureLAB; how companies connect with VentureLAB; incorporating the best practices of incubator models from Israel; green energy technologies; job creation; and opportunities for students.

 

The Committee thanked the members of VentureLAB for their efforts and contributions to the City of Markham.

 

Moved by: Regional Councillor Jim Jones

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Gord Landon

 

That the presentation provided by Mr. Jeremy Laurin, President and CEO of VentureLAB entitled "VentureLAB Mentoring, Partnering, Connecting" be received.

CARRIED

 

 

2.         HIGHWAY 404 MID-BLOCK
            CROSSING STUDY
            MARKHAM AND RICHMOND HILL (5.10)

            Presentation

 

The Committee received a written submission from Nick Pileggi, of Malone Given Parsons Ltd., with comments regarding a potential second mid-block crossing.

 

Stephen Collins, Manger of Engineering, Transportation Services, Region of York gave a presentation regarding the Highway 404 Mid-Block Crossing Study, Markham and Richmond Hill. Mr. Collins provided background information and outlined the study conclusions and recommendations for moving forward.

 

Mr. Collins responded to questions from the Committee regarding Buttonville Airport issues; the ramp extensions; road widening and impacts on 16^th Avenue; provision of pedestrian and bicycle lanes; the EA study process and timelines; alternate solutions such as improved transit; connectivity of road networks; visual impacts; consideration of land uses such as the landmark Cathedral; treatment of the tributary and collection of Development Charges for the overpass; implementation staging will be established by the Working Group; and overall transportation plans moving forward.

 

Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath

Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell

 

1)         That the correspondence dated September 10, 2012 from Nick Pileggi, of Malone Given Parsons Ltd., with comments regarding a potential second mid-block crossing, be received and referred to the Working Group; and,

 

2)         That the presentation provided by Mr. Stephen Collins, Manger of Engineering, Transportation Services, Region of York entitled " Highway 404 Mid-Block Crossing Study Markham and Richmond Hill" be received; and,

 

3)         That Council endorse the findings of the study and regional staff recommendations; and,

 

4)         That Markham staff be directed to participate in a Working Group to develop an implementation plan; and further,

 

5)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

3.         MILLER AVENUE EXTENSION
            CLASS EA STUDY UPDATE (5.7)

            Presentation

 

The Committee received a revised presentation.

 

Alan Brown, Director of Engineering, gave a presentation to update the Committee on the Miller Avenue Extension Class EA Study. Staff are seeking Council endorsement for the preferred alternative of the Miller Avenue extension and to authorize a Public Meeting to present the preferred alternative.

 

Kevin Phillips, URS Canada Inc. reviewed the alignment options for consideration, and issues and constraints.

 

The Committee discussed the costs involved and the timing for the extension of Enterprise Drive. It was noted that the improvements are required regardless of the proposed Markham Sports and Entertainment Cultural Centre. Lengthy discussions involved the details of the options, and staff advised a follow-up report will be presented.

 

Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath

Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell

 

1)         That the presentation provided by Mr. Alan Brown, Director of Engineering and Mr. Kevin Phillips, URS Canada Inc. entitled "Miller Avenue Extension Class EA Study Update" be received; and,

 

2)*       That Markham proceed to complete the Environmental Assessment study and obtain the Ministry of the Environment approval for the Section of the Miller Avenue extension between Warden Avenue and Kennedy Road, and Woodbine Avenue to Rodick Road; and,

 

3)         That staff proceed with a second Public Meeting, anticipated in October, 2012, to present the preferred Miller Avenue extension between Woodbine Avenue and Kennedy Road; and,

 

4)*       That the City authorize Hydro One to finalize their agreement with Miller Development and permit the construction of the future stormpond east of Rodick Road; and further,

 

5)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

 

*Amended by Council on September 12, as follows:

             - Resolution No. 2): Replace the word "Woodbine" with the word "Warden".

             - Resolution No. 4): Replace the word "authorize" with the word "request".

 

 

4.         DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
- June 26, 2012, Part A and B (10.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting, Part A and B, held

June 26, 2012, be confirmed.

CARRIED

 

5.         MARKHAM SPORTS, ENTERTAINMENT
            & CULTURAL CENTRE
            PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
            MINUTES - JUNE 27, 2012 (16.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

That the minutes of the Markham Sports, Entertainment & Cultural Centre - Public Information Meeting held June 27, 2012, be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

 

6.         HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
            - July 11, 2012
            - August 8, 2012 (16.11)

            July 11  Aug 8

 

Councillor Valerie Burke disclosed an interest with respect to the August 8, 2012 Heritage Markham minutes, regarding 26 Colborne Street, by nature of owning the subject property, and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of this matter.

 

The Committee received a Staff Memo dated September 11, 2012, providing background information on Item # 11 of the July 11, 2012 Heritage Markham minutes.

 

James Makaruk, area resident, spoke of objections to the fence issue at 104 John Street in Item   # 11 of the July 11 Heritage Markham minutes, with respect to safety issues and Fence By-law compliance. Mr. Makaruk responded to questions from the Committee regarding the history of the fence.

 

George Duncan, Senior Heritage Planner, discussed the heritage perspective and process and noted the fence is located closer to the street than permitted, but that this issue was supported by Heritage Markham. Bill Wiles, Manager of By-law Enforcement and Licensing, explained the By-law requirements, the circumstances surrounding construction of the fence, it is located on the owner’s property, and the neighbours have no objection. The exemption process was reviewed. Additional background information was provided and it was noted that the owner had constructed the fence in accordance to the instructions of staff.

 

The Committee discussed options and expressed confidence in City staff and the Heritage Markham Committee; however, it was suggested that the process be reviewed on a go-forward basis. The Committee directed staff to consider safety issues for this fence.

 

 

 

Moved by: Councillor Carolina Moretti

Seconded by: Councillor Howard Shore

 

1)         That the Staff Memo dated September 11, 2012, providing background information on Item # 11 of the July 11 Heritage Markham minutes be received; and,

 

2)         That the deputation by James Makaruk regarding the fence issue at 104 John Street in Item # 11 of the July 11 Heritage Markham minutes be received; and,

 

3)         That the minutes of the Heritage Markham Committee meeting held July 11, 2012 and

August 8, 2012, be received for information purposes; and,

 

4)         That the fence permit and variance process be referred to the Director of Planning for a best practices review, and further,

 

5)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

7.         INFORMATION REPORT
            CORNELL ROUGE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION TO
            REZONE CERTAIN LANDS WITHIN
            DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 19TM-08002
            NORTH OF HIGHWAY 7, WEST OF DONALD COUSENS PARKWAY
            (ZA.12-110334) (10.5)

            Report

 

The Ward Councillor expressed concern for visitor parking issues.

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

That the report dated September 11, 2012, entitled “Information Report, Cornell Rouge Development Corporation, Zoning By-law Amendment application to rezone certain lands within draft plan of subdivision 19TM-08002, north of Highway 7, west of Donald Cousens Parkway, File Number:  ZA.12-110334,” be received.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

8.         HERITAGE COMMUNITY RECOGNITION
            AWARD NOMINATIONS
            ONTARIO HERITAGE TRUST (16.11)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

1)         That the staff report entitled “Heritage Community Recognition Award Nominations, Ontario Heritage Trust”, dated September 11, 2012, be received; and,

 

2)         That Council nominate the following individuals for the Ontario Heritage Trust’s Heritage Community Recognition Program:

a.       Barry Nelson, Built Heritage

b.      Wing Morse, Natural Heritage

 

3)         That this resolution be referred to the Council meeting on September 12, 2012 to address the nomination deadline; and further,

 

4)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

9.         REQUEST FOR DEMOLITION – GARAGE
            33 JOSEPH STREET, MARKHAM
            (FILE DP 12-123978) (10.13, 16.11)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

1)         That the staff report entitled “Request for Demolition – Garage, 33 Joseph Street Markham”, dated September 11, 2012, be received; and,

 

2)         That Council endorse the demolition of the garage at 33 Joseph Street located within the Markham Village Heritage Conservation District; and further,

 

3)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

10.       1826997 ONTARIO INC. (TIMES GROUP INC.)
            3989 HIGHWAY 7 (SOUTH SIDE, WEST OF BIRCHMOUNT ROAD)
            APPLICATION FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR A HIGH DENSITY
            RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT FILE NO. SC 12 108133 (10.6)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

1)         That the staff report dated September 11, 2012 titled “1826997 Ontario Inc. (Times Group Inc.), 3989 Highway 7 (south side, west of Birchmount Road), Application for site plan approval for a high density residential development,” be received; and,

 

2)         That the application be endorsed, in principle; and,

 

3)         That site plan approval be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or his designate, to be issued (Site Plan Approval is issued only when the Director or his designate has signed the signed the site plan “approved”) when the following conditions have been met:

·           Phase 2 of plan of subdivision 19TM-070003 has been registered.

·           The Owner has entered into a site plan agreement with the City and the Region of York containing all standard and special provisions and requirements of the City and public agencies and the provisions outlined in Appendix ‘A’ to the September 11, 2012 staff report.

·           The trustee for the Markham Centre Landowners Group has advised the City in writing that the required servicing allocation for the proposed development or any proposed phase thereof, is available and has been assigned to 1826997 Ontario Inc. (Times Group Inc.).

·           The trustee for the Markham Centre Landowners Group has advised the City in writing that the Owner is in good standing with the group; and,

 

4)         That prior to the Director of Planning and Urban Design endorsing the site plan, the applicant shall submit final confirmation of the 40% (201 units) servicing allocation credits from the Region of York under their “Sustainable Development Through LEED policy.”; and,

 

5)         That conditional 2015 servicing allocation for 302 units be granted from the Regional allocation to Markham, subject to written confirmation from the Trustee of the Markham Centre Landowners Group; and,

 

6)         That the City reserves the right to revoke or reallocate servicing allocation should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and,

 

7)         That the Owner provide the City with the required payment of 60% planning processing fees in accordance with the City’s applicable Fee By-law; and further,

 

8)         That site plan endorsement shall lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of endorsement in the event that the site plan agreement is not executed within that period.

 

CARRIED

 

 

 

11.       REPORT ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
            FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 18, 2012 TO JULY 13, 2012 (10.0)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

1)         That Committee receive the report entitled “Report on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of “February 18, 2012 to July 13, 2012” and direct staff to process the applications in accordance with the approval route outlined in the report; and,

 

2)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

12        APPLICATION BY 2220922 ONTARIO INC.
            FOR THE ENACTMENT OF A DEEMING BY-LAW
            95 KONRAD CRESCENT
            (FILE NO: DY 12 113009) (10.0)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

1)         That Council enact the By-law attached as Appendix “A” to deem Lots 84 and 85, Registered Plan 65M-2481, not to be part of a registered plan of subdivision; and,

 

2)         That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

13.       APPLICATION BY 2292322 ONTARIO INC.
            AND 2292324 FOR THE ENACTMENT OF
            A DEEMING BY-LAW
            255 SHIELDS COURT
            (FILE NO: DY 12 112796) (10.0)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

1)         That Council enact the By-law attached as Appendix “A” to deem Lots 55 and 56, Registered Plan 65M-2481, not to be part of a registered plan of subdivision; and,

 

2)         That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

14.       211 LANGSTAFF ROAD
            APPLICATIONS BY THE CATHOLIC CEMETERIES
            ARCHDIOCESE OF TORONTO FOR A
            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND
            SITE PLAN APPROVAL TO PERMIT
            A 4,562 M² (49,107 FT²) FUNERAL HOME (10.5, 10.6)

            Report

 

Mike Everard, Augusta National Inc., representing the applicant, was in attendance to answer any questions.

 

The Committee discussed the various buildings and uses on the subject property, the potential for pathways through the greenspace areas, the potential need for additional lands, and overall development in Langstaff.

 

Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke

Seconded by: Councillor Howard Shore

 

1)         That the report dated September 11, 2012, entitled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT – 211 Langstaff Road, Applications by the Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Toronto for a Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Approval to permit a 4,562 m² (49,107 ft²) funeral home” be received; and,

 

2)         That the record of the public meeting held on June 19, 2012, relating to the applications for a Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan by the Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Toronto, be received; and,

 

3)         That Site Plan Approval for a 4,562 m² (49,107 ft²) funeral home be delegated to Staff for endorsement subject to conditions of site plan endorsement as identified in Appendix ‘A’ to this report; and,

 

4)         That the draft amendment to Zoning By-law 2150 as amended, attached to this report as Appendix ‘B’ be finalized and enacted; and further,

 

5)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

 

15.       RECOMMENDATION REPORT
            ANAGNI HOMES (PHASE 2)
            SITE PLAN APPLICATION TO FACILITATE AN
            18-STOREY MIXED USE BUILDING ON THE WEST SIDE
            OF HIGHWAY 48, NORTH OF
            EDWARD JEFFREYS AVENUE (9506 HIGHWAY 48)
            File No: SC 11 118781 (10.6)

            Report

 

Robert Dragicevic of Walker, Nott, Dragicevic Associates Limited, representing the applicant, Anagni Homes Limited, was in attendance and indicted support for the staff recommendation. Mr. Dragicevic gave a brief overview of the proposal.

 

The Ward Councillor advised that the applicant has worked closely with the City, and stated support for the application.

 

Moved by: Councillor Carolina Moretti

Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell

 

(see Motion to Reconsider, following)

 

1)         That the report dated September 11, 2012 and titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Anagni Homes (Phase 2), Site Plan application to facilitate an 18-storey mixed use building on the west side of Highway 48, north of Edward Jeffreys Avenue (9506 Highway 48), File No. SC 11 118781”, be received; and,

 

2)         That the Site Plan application (File No. SC 11 118781) submitted by Anagni Homes, to facilitate an 18-storey building with 219 residential apartment units and non-residential uses at grade, being Phase 2 of a high density mixed use development, be endorsed in principle, subject to the conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’; and,

 

3)         That Site Plan Approval be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design or his designate, to be issued following execution of a site plan agreement.  Site Plan Approval is issued only when the Director or his designate has signed the plan; and,

 

4)         That 219 units of 2013 servicing allocation be granted (less the 35% LEED Silver Bonus) to the proposed Phase 2 development; and,

 

5)         That prior to the Director of Planning and Urban Design endorsing the site plan, the applicant shall submit to the City, final confirmation of the 35% (77 units) servicing allocation credits from the Region of York under their “Sustainable Development Through LEED” policy; and,

 

6)         That the City reserves the right to revoke or reallocate servicing allocation should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and,

 

7)         That the Owner provide the City with the required payment of 60% planning processing fees in accordance with the Town’s applicable Fee By-law; and,

 

8)         That site plan endorsement shall lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of endorsement in the event that a site plan agreement has not been executed within that period; and further

 

9)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

(see following Motion to Reconsider)

 

 

Moved by: Councillor Carolina Moretti

Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell

 

That Agenda Item # 15, the report dated September 11, 2012 and titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Anagni Homes (Phase 2), Site Plan application to facilitate an 18-storey mixed use building on the west side of Highway 48, north of Edward Jeffreys Avenue (9506 Highway 48), File No. SC 11 118781” be reconsidered to allow a deputation on this matter.

CARRIED by 2/3 Vote

 

 

Rose Mittelholzer, representing Markham Residents for Responsible Community Planning (MRRCP), made a deputation expressing concern for the intensification of the Highway 48 corridor with respect to traffic issues. Ms. Mittelholzer offered several solutions to the transit and congestions problems.

 

The Committee spoke of the challenges of traffic and transit issues, and discussed the efforts and leading-edge initiatives of the City.

 

 

 

 

 

Moved by: Councillor Carolina Moretti

Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell

 

1)         That the deputation by Rose Mittelholzer, representing Markham Residents for Responsible Community Planning (MRRCP), with concerns regarding the site plan application by Anagni Homes, be received; and,

 

2)         That the report dated September 11, 2012 and titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Anagni Homes (Phase 2), Site Plan application to facilitate an 18-storey mixed use building on the west side of Highway 48, north of Edward Jeffreys Avenue (9506 Highway 48), File No. SC 11 118781”, be received; and,

 

3)         That the Site Plan application (File No. SC 11 118781) submitted by Anagni Homes, to facilitate an 18-storey building with 219 residential apartment units and non-residential uses at grade, being Phase 2 of a high density mixed use development, be endorsed in principle, subject to the conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’; and,

 

4)         That Site Plan Approval be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design or his designate, to be issued following execution of a site plan agreement.  Site Plan Approval is issued only when the Director or his designate has signed the plan; and,

 

5)         That 219 units of 2013 servicing allocation be granted (less the 35% LEED Silver Bonus) to the proposed Phase 2 development; and,

 

6)         That prior to the Director of Planning and Urban Design endorsing the site plan, the applicant shall submit to the City, final confirmation of the 35% (77 units) servicing allocation credits from the Region of York under their “Sustainable Development Through LEED” policy; and,

 

7)         That the City reserves the right to revoke or reallocate servicing allocation should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and,

 

8)         That the Owner provide the City with the required payment of 60% planning processing fees in accordance with the Town’s applicable Fee By-law; and,

 

9)         That site plan endorsement shall lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of endorsement in the event that a site plan agreement has not been executed within that period; and further

 

10)       That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

16.       RECOMMENDATION REPORT
            1839314 ONTARIO LIMITED
            9560 HIGHWAY 48
            REZONING AND SITE PLAN APPLICATIONS TO
            PERMIT A MIXED USE HIGH DENSITY BUILDING.
            FILE NOS: ZA 11 108999 & SC 12 114501 (10.5 and 10.6)

            Report

 

The Committee received a revised recommendation, and staff reviewed the changes.

 

Shawn Lawrence of Kohn Partnership Architects Inc., representing the applicant, was in attendance and indicated support for the staff recommendation. Mr. Lawrence gave a brief overview of the proposal.

 

The Ward Councillor advised that the applicant has worked closely with the City, and stated support for the application. The Committee discussed traffic solutions and parking ratios.

 

Moved by: Councillor Carolina Moretti

Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell

 

1)         That the report dated September 11, 2012 and titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, 1839314 Ontario Limited, 9560 Highway 48, Rezoning and site plan applications to permit a mixed use high density building, File Nos: ZA 11 108999 & SC 12 114501”, be received; and,

 

2)         That the record of the Public Meeting held on June 21^st, 2011, regarding the applications for approval of the implementing Zoning By-law be received; and,

 

3)         That the application submitted by 1839314 Ontario Limited to amend Zoning By-law 304-87 and 177-96, as amended, to permit a mixed use high density building be approved and the draft by-laws attached as Appendix ‘B’ be finalized and enacted; and,

 

4)         That the zoning by-law shall include provisions requiring the Owner to enter into a Section 37 Agreement with the City prior to removal of the Hold provisions; and,

 

5)         That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into a Section 37 Agreement with the property owner; and,

 

6)         That the Site Plan Application (SC 12 114501) submitted by 1839314 Ontario Limited, to facilitate an 18-storey building with 220 apartment units and 2 guest suites and non-residential uses at grade, be endorsed in principle, subject to the conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’; and,

 

7)         That Site Plan Approval be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design or his designate, to be issued following execution of a site plan agreement.  Site Plan Approval is issued only when the Director or his designate has signed the plan; and,

 

8)         That conditional 2015 servicing allocation for 222 units (220 residential units and 2 guest suites) be granted, subject to written confirmation from the Trustee of  the Wismer Commons Developers Group that servicing allocation is available from the 2015 sewer and water allocation previously assigned to Wismer Commons; and,

 

9)         That prior to the Director of Planning and Urban Design endorsing the site plan, the applicant shall submit to the City final confirmation of the 35% (78 units) servicing allocation credits from the Region of York under their “Sustainable Development Through LEED” policy; and,

 

10)       That the City reserves the right to revoke or reallocate servicing allocation should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and,

 

11)       That the Owner provide the City with the required payment of 60% planning processing fees in accordance with the Town’s applicable Fee By-law; and,

 

12)       That site plan endorsement shall lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of endorsement in the event that a site plan agreement is not executed within that period; and further,

 

13)       That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

17.       PETITION FOR THE DELETION OF A
            SIDEWALK ON PAGNELLO COURT
            WARD 7 (BOX GROVE) (5.18)

            Report

 

Amy Sarju, resident of Pagnello Court, spoke of concerns of many of the residents in opposition to the installation of the sidewalks on the west side of the road, with respect to safety, privacy, and parking issues. Although the sales agreement had advised of the sidewalk, Ms. Sarju suggested it was not appropriate on the west side of the street.

 

Stacey-Ann Samuels, resident of Pagnello Court, spoke in objection to the installation of a sidewalk on the west side of the road, and noted concerns for parking, safety, and privacy. Ms. Samuels has six cars and requires the parking space in her driveway.

 

Discussions included the parking issues, safety of children walking and riding bicycles on the road, impact of the sidewalk on the park and cars parked near the park, and accessibility issues for the park.

 

David Stewart, TACC Developments Inc., representing the developer, explained the disclosure of potential sidewalks to each purchaser.

The Ward Councillor reported on discussions with the residents and their concerns and advised that an additional petition had been received. It was requested that the sidewalk be moved to the east side.

 

The Committee discussed the importance of due diligence; Markham’s requirement for Sales Offices to ensure purchasers are informed; the impacts of sidewalks on parking, park access, privacy, and safety; and the implications and potential precedence that may be set if the sidewalk is moved.

 

Two deputants had left the meeting prior to this matter being considered. The Committee indicated to the public that this matter would be on the Council agenda on Wednesday, September 12, 2012.

 

 

Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Gord Landon

 

1)         That the deputations by Amy Sarju, Stacey-Ann Samuels, and David Stewart of TACC Developments Inc., regarding the sidewalk on Pagnello Court, be received; and

 

2)         That the September 11, 2012 report entitled “Petition for the Deletion of a Sidewalk on Pagnello Court, Ward 7” be received; and,

 

3)         That the installation of a sidewalk on the east side of Pagnello Court be approved; and,

 

4)         That the homeowners of Pagnello Court be informed of Council’s decision; and further,

 

5)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

MOTION LOST

 

 

 

18.       INDIA INVESTMENT ATTRACTION
            MISSION, JANUARY 2013 (10.16)

            Report

 

Christina Kakaflikas, Manager of Special Projects, gave a presentation regarding the proposed Economic Development mission to India. Markham will partner with the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce, and will be represented by Mayor Frank Scarpitti, Councillor Carolina Moretti, Councillor Logan Kanapathi, Stephen Chait, and Christina Kakaflikas.

 

The Committee and staff discussed the evolution of Council’s practice regarding delegation selection process, issues relating to sponsorship, and opportunities in southern India. The Committee requested that a follow-up report be provided on the results of the delegation.

 

Stephen Chait advised the Committee that staff will table a report later this year, reviewing the results and achievements to date of previous international missions.

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu  

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

1)         That the report entitled “India Investment Attraction Mission, January 2013” be received; and,

 

2)         That Markham partner with the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC) to develop, promote and execute a business mission and that the ICCC help to recruit mission delegates; and,

 

3)         That the City be represented by a five person delegation composed of Mayor Frank Scarpitti, Councillor Carolina Moretti, Chair of the Economic Development Committee, Councillor Logan Kanapathi, and two Economic Development professional staff, S. Chait (Director) and C. Kakaflikas (Manager Special Projects); and,

 

4)         That the total cost of the “India Investment Attraction Mission 2013” not exceed $57,500 and be expensed from within Economic Development’s operating budget (Acc.# 610998 5811- International Investment Attraction Program); and further,

 

5)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

19.       ROBINSON STREET BRIDGE (5.10)

 

Councillor Carolina Moretti expressed appreciation to Alan Brown, Director of Engineering and his staff for the efficient and expedient completion of the Robinson Street Bridge, and their efforts to keep Council and the residents informed.

 

The Committee noted the number of bridges recently needing emergency repair, and requested a verbal report on the Robinson Street Bridge and others bridges in this regard, at the next Development Services Committee meeting.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at 2:25 pm.