Development Services Committee Meeting Minutes

Meeting Number: 8

Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 9:30 A.m. - 3:00 P.m.

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Roll Call

• Mayor Frank Scarpitti
• Deputy Mayor Michael Chan
• Regional Councillor Jim Jones
• Regional Councillor Joe Li
• Regional Councillor Alan Ho
• Councillor Keith Irish
• Councillor Ritch Lau
• Councillor Reid McAlpine
• Councillor Karen Rea
• Councillor Andrew Keyes
• Councillor Amanda Collucci
• Councillor Juanita Nathan
• Councillor Isa Lee

Staff

• Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative Officer
• Arvin Prasad, Commissioner, Development Services
• Trinela Cane, Commissioner, Corporate Services
• Adam Grant, Fire Chief
• Bryan Frois, Manager of Executive Operations & Strategic Initiatives
• Frank Clarizio, Director, Engineering
• Michael Toshakovski, Deputy City Solicitor
• Darryl Lyons, Deputy Director, Planning & Urban Design
• Stephen Lue, Senior Manager, Development
• Hailey Miller, Planner I, West District
• Mark Visser, Senior Manager, Financial Strategy & Investments
• Martha Pettit, Deputy City Clerk
• Erica Alligood, Election & Committee Coordinator
• Chris Rickett, Director, Economic Development, Culture and Entrepreneurship
• Rajeeth Arulanantham, Assistant to Council / Committee
• Clement Messere, Manager, Development - West District
• Duran Wedderburn, Manager, Policy

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

The Development Services Committee convened at 9:33 AM with Regional Councillor Jim Jones in the Chair.

Mayor Scarpitti arrived at the meeting at 9:54AM. 

The Committee recessed for lunch from 12:10PM - 12:45PM. 

INDIGENOUS LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We begin today by acknowledging the traditional territories of Indigenous peoples and their commitment to stewardship of the land. We acknowledge the communities in circle. The North, West, South and Eastern directions, and Haudenosaunee, Huron- Wendat, Anishnabeg, Seneca, Chippewa, and the Mississaugas of the Credit peoples. We share the responsibility with the caretakers of this land to ensure the dish is never empty and to restore relationships that are based on peace, friendship, and trust. We are committed to reconciliation, partnership and enhanced understanding.

2.

DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest.

3.

APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MINUTES

3.1

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES - FEBRUARY 28, 2023 (10.0)

• Moved by Regional Councillor Alan Ho
  Seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
  1. That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting held February 28, 2023, be confirmed.
  Carried

4.

PRESENTATIONS

There were no presentations. 

5.

DEPUTATIONS

There were no deputations. 

6.

COMMUNICATIONS

6.1

MEMORANDUM - MARKHAM MUNICIPAL HOUSING PLEDGE (10.0)

Arvin Prasad, Commissioner, Development Services, introduced this item, advising that it is in response to resolution at the March 1st Development Services Committee, directing Staff to prepare a pledge confirming the City's initiatives as related to the Municipal Housing Pledge and to be presented to a future Development Services Committee. 

The Committee provided the following feedback:

• Suggested that the letter include reference to a range of housing and affordable housing. 
• Discussed adding reference to the urban boundary expansion and Greenbelt protection to the letter. 
• Inquired if the City would have the ability to delay issuing building permits for applications within the Greenbelt. Staff advised that comprehensive planning still needs to be undertaken for lands that were removed from the Greenbelt Plan and suggested that these lands are not required to achieve the housing target. 
• Requested that an appendix be added to the pledge detailing current proposals or applications at various stages of the application process. 
• Suggested wording be added to the pledge to indicate the role that the other levels of government and that developers play in achieving the targets and providing affordable housing. 

• The Committee had before it the following original recommendation:

  1. That the memorandum entitled “Markham Municipal Housing Pledge” be received; and,
  2. That the Markham Municipal Housing Pledge Letter attached as Appendix A be forwarded to the Minster of Municipal Affairs and Housing by March 22, 2023.
• Moved by Councillor Reid McAlpine
  Seconded by Councillor Karen Rea

  The following resolution was tabled and the Committee consented to vote on each clause separately:

  1. That the memorandum entitled “Markham Municipal Housing Pledge” be received; and,
  2. That Staff be directed to provide an additional appendix to the Markham Municipal Housing Pledge which provides a summary of approved units throughout the City and the secondary plan areas; and,
  3. That the Markham Municipal Housing Pledge Letter be revised to include mention of the “missing middle” relative to the reference of complete communities; and,
  4. That the Markham Municipal Housing Pledge letter be revised to advise that the City can meet their housing target without expansion into the Greenbelt; and,
  5. That the Markham Municipal Housing Pledge letter be revised to include that the Regional, Provincial, and Federal government should be involved in the housing industry to provide rental and social housing; and,
  6. That Staff follow up the Markham Municipal Housing Pledge letter to include an appendix of current applications at various levels of review and approval and commitments from developers at a later date; and,
  7. That the Markham Municipal Housing Pledge Letter attached as Appendix A be forwarded to the Minster of Municipal Affairs and Housing by March 22, 2023.

  There was a motion to defer this matter to confidential.

  Carried
• Moved by Councillor Keith Irish
  Seconded by Regional Councillor Alan Ho

  (See Item 15.2)

  1. That the Committee defer this matter to confidential session to further discuss this item subject to Municipal Act [Section 239] (k): A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board.
  Carried
• Committee consented to further amend the recommendation as follows:

  1. That the memorandum entitled “Markham Municipal Housing Pledge” be received; and,
  2. That Staff be directed to provide the Province with a summary of approved units throughout the City and the secondary plan areas to supplement the Markham Municipal Housing Pledge; and,
  3. That in light of the Provincial announcement related to the Greenbelt, Staff be directed to bring a communication back to Development Services Committee at a future date; and,
  4. That the Markham Municipal Housing Pledge Letter attached as Appendix A be forwarded to the Minster of Municipal Affairs and Housing by March 22, 2023.
  Carried as Amended

7.

PETITIONS

7.1

PETITION OPPOSING 5871 HIGHWAY 7 EAST, OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT, TO REDEVELOP THE SUBJECT LANDS WITH A 13 STOREY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT BUILDING WITH 146 UNITS, , TWO LEVELS OF UNDERGROUND PARKING, 

OUTDOOR AMENITY SPACE, AND VEHICLE/PEDESTRIAN ACCESS TO BOTH HWY 7 AND WIGNALL CRES. (WARD 4) FILE NO.: PLAN 22 244910 (10.3, 10.5)

Note: Councillor Karen Rea has submitted a petition signed by residents opposing the proposed development at 5871 Highway 7 East, File Plan No. 22 244910 from the February 27th Development Services Public Meeting.

Please refer to item 4.3 on the February 27th Development Services Public Meeting agenda for staff report.

By way of background, Councillor Rea advised that the individual who submitted the petition was unable to do so at the public meeting due to a snow storm. 

• Moved by Councillor Karen Rea
  Seconded by Deputy Mayor Michael Chan
  1. That the petition entitled "Petition Opposing 5871 Highway 7 East, Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment, to Redevelop the Subject Lands with a 13 Storey Residential Apartment Building with 146 Units, Two Levels of Underground Parking, Outdoor Amenity Space, and Vehicle/Pedestrian Access to Both Hwy 7 and Wignall Cres. (Ward 4) File No.: Plan 22 244910", be received; and,
  2. That the petition be referred to Staff.
  Carried

8.

CONSENT REPORTS - DEVELOPMENT AND POLICY MATTERS

8.1

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES – FEBRUARY 27, 2023 (10.0)

• Moved by Regional Councillor Alan Ho
  Seconded by Deputy Mayor Michael Chan
  1. That the minutes of the Development Services Public Meeting held February 27, 2023, be confirmed.
  Carried

8.2

HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES – FEBRUARY 8, 2023 AND MARCH 8, 2023 (16.11)

• Moved by Regional Councillor Alan Ho
  Seconded by Deputy Mayor Michael Chan
  1. That the minutes of the Heritage Markham Committee meeting held February 8, 2023 and March 8, 2023, be received for information purposes.
  Carried

8.3

2022 SUMMARY OF REMUNERATION AND EXPENSES FOR COUNCILLORS AND APPOINTEES TO BOARDS (7.0)

• Moved by Regional Councillor Alan Ho
  Seconded by Deputy Mayor Michael Chan
  1. That the report titled “2022 Summary of Remuneration and Expenses for Councillors and Appointees to Boards” be received; and,
  2. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
  Carried

8.4

UNIONVILLE SUB-COMMITTEE MINUTES - FEBRUARY 15, 2023 (10.0)

• Moved by Regional Councillor Alan Ho
  Seconded by Deputy Mayor Michael Chan
  1. That the minutes and appendix of the Unionville Sub-Committee meeting held on February 15, 2023, be received for information purposes.
  Carried

8.5

VARLEY-MCKAY ART FOUNDATION OF MARKHAM MINUTES – JANUARY 16, 2023 AND FEBRUARY 15, 2023 (16.0)

• Moved by Regional Councillor Alan Ho
  Seconded by Deputy Mayor Michael Chan
  1. That the minutes of the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham meeting held January 16, 2023 and February 15, 2023, be received for information purposes.
  Carried

8.6

CYCLING AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CPAC) MINUTES – JANUARY 19, 2023 AND FEBRUARY 16, 2023 (16.34)

The Committee inquired as to the use of e-scooters within the City and where they are permitted. Frank Clarizio, Director, Engineering, advised that e-scooters are not permitted on cycling paths or sidewalks but confirmed that they are permitted on roadways. Mr. Clarizio confirmed that Staff would be returning to the Development Services Committee next month with a micro-mobility strategy. 

• Moved by Councillor Karen Rea
  Seconded by Councillor Juanita Nathan
  1. That the minutes of the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (CPAC) meetings held January 19, 2023 and February 16, 2023, be received for information purposes.
  Carried

8.7

008-T-22 CELEBRATION PARK ‐ CONSTRUCTION (6.3, 7.12)

The Committee requested further information on this item and provided the following feedback:

• Inquired if there is an option to maintain the initial design and delay implementation of some aspects to reduce cost. Staff confirmed that they have investigated this option but have recommended proceeding with the initial proposal and schedule as current pricing would not be maintained. 
• Inquired if the proposed cricket pitch was shared with the public. Staff confirmed that there was a public meeting which showed the revised concept for the park, including the cricket pitch.
• Expressed concerns related to parking availability around the park. Staff confirmed that the two lots on site are anticipated to accommodate the parking demands generated by the park. 
• Inquired as to the number of spectators who could watch a cricket match at the proposed pitch. Staff anticipate that approximately 2000 spectators would be able to watch a match at the pitch. 
• Asked if there are plans to winterize the proposed washroom on the site. Staff advised that they will be bringing a report on all-season park washrooms to Development Services Committee in May of 2023 at which point they would seek direction pertaining to this site. 

• Moved by Mayor Frank Scarpitti
  Seconded by Councillor Juanita Nathan
  1. That the report entitled “008-T-22 Celebration Park - Construction” be received; and
  2. That staff be authorized to award a contract to Rutherford Contracting Ltd, the lowest priced bidder, in the total amount of $9,095,916.72 inclusive of HST; and, 
  3. That a contingency in the amount of $545,755.00 (6%) inclusive of HST be established to cover any additional project costs be approved, and that authorization be granted to approve expenditures of this contingency amount up to the specified limit in accordance with the Expenditure Control Policy; and,
  4. That the Urban Design Capital Administration Fee in the amount of $867,750.46 be approved; and, 
  5. That the award, contingency and capital administration amounts in the total amount of $10,509,422.18 be funded from capital project 21021 Celebration Park – Construction, GL account 081-5350-21021-005, which has an available budget of $8,169,033.00; and, 
  6. That the shortfall of $2,340,389.18 be funded from Development Charges (Parks Development); and further,  
  7. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
  Carried

9.

REGULAR REPORTS - DEVELOPMENT AND POLICY MATTERS

9.1

RECOMMENDATION REPORT MARKLAND RESIDENTIAL CORPORATION, APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO PERMIT 94 TOWNHOUSE UNITS AT MARKLAND STREET FILE NO. PLAN 21 111003 (WARD 2) (10.3, 10.5)

Arvin Prasad, Commissioner, Development Services, introduced this item advising that it is related to a proposed development at Markland Street. Mr. Prasad advised that the applicant is seeking an official plan and zoning by-law amendment as part of the proposed phase 1, to permit 94 townhouse units. Mr. Prasad introduced Kate Cooper, Planner, Bousfields Inc., to provide a presentation.  

Kate Cooper, Planner, Bousfields Inc., provided a presentation on behalf of Markland Residential Corporation and Stateview Homes. Ms. Cooper also introduced Peter Yu, Project Manager, WSP who was available to answer to any transportation infrastructure related questions. 

The Committee provided the following feedback:

• Inquired about parking provisions on the site and if the proposed provisions are in-line with City requirements. Staff confirmed that there is a holding provision as part of the proposed condominium within phase 2 which is based on the approval of a parking study. Peter Yu, WSP, advised that approximately 600 vehicles are anticipated when the condominium is at 100% capacity and that 900 parking spaces have been proposed. Staff further confirmed that the proposed townhomes within phase 1 meet the City's parking requirements. 
• Requested that the proposed high-rise building be referenced in the purchase of sale agreement for the townhomes, to indicate that the adjacent block will contain a high-rise building. 

• Moved by Mayor Frank Scarpitti
  Seconded by Councillor Ritch Lau
  1. That the report dated March 21, 2023, titled, “RECOMMENDATION REPORT Markland Residential Corporation, Applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to permit 94 townhouse units at Markland Street File No. PLAN 21 111003 (Ward 2)”, be received; and,
  2. That the Official Plan Amendment application be approved and that the draft Official Plan Amendment, attached as Appendix ‘A’, be finalized and brought forward to a future Council meeting to be enacted without further notice, and be forwarded to York Region for approval; and,
  3. That the Zoning By-law Amendment application be approved and that the draft site-specific Zoning By-law, attached as Appendix ‘B’, be finalized and brought forward to a future Council meeting to be enacted without further notice, once the Official Plan Amendment is approved by York Region; and,
  4. That Council assign servicing allocation for a maximum of 94 townhouse units; and
  5. That York Region be advised that servicing allocation for 94 townhouse units has been granted; and,
  6. That the City reserves the right to revoke or reallocate servicing allocation should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and further,
  7. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution. 
  Carried

9.2

MEMORANDUM LIFETIME 8200 WARDEN AVENUE GP INC. (LIFETIME DEVELOPMENTS) APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT, ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT, AND DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION TO PERMIT A HIGH RISE RESIDENTIAL MIXED-USE 

DEVELOPMENT AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF WARDEN AVENUE AND CEDARLAND DRIVE, MARKHAM CENTRE (WARD 8) FILE NO. PLAN 20 123292 (10.3, 10.5, 10.7)

Arvin Prasad, Commissioner, Development Services, introduced this item reminding the Committee that it was before Development Services Committee on December 12, 2022, and deferred so that Staff could continue to discuss the proposed parkland contributions with the Applicant. Mr. Prasad advised that this is a two-phase, high-rise, mixed-use development, proposing 962 units with ground floor retail and a daycare. Mr. Prasad confirmed that this application falls under Bill 23 legislation. Mr. Prasad further confirmed that through negotiations between Staff and the Applicant, the Applicant has agreed to provide 2.7 acres of parkland and the delivery of 20 residential units at the affordability threshold established by York Region. Mr. Prasad introduced Kate Cooper, Planner, Bousfields Inc. to provide a presentation. 

Kate Cooper, Planner, Bousfields Inc. provided a presentation. 

The Committee suggested discussion of affordable units and the purchase price for the Region to acquire them continue as the application progresses. 

The Committee consented to defer this item to confidential session subject to Municipal Act [Section 239] (k): A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board.

(See Item 15.3)

• Moved by Mayor Frank Scarpitti
  Seconded by Councillor Keith Irish
  1. That the March 21, 2023, Memorandum titled, “Lifetime 8200 Warden Avenue GP Inc. (Lifetime Developments), Applications for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision to permit a high rise residential mixed-use development at the southwest corner of Warden Avenue and Cedarland Drive, Markham Centre (Ward 8), File No. PLAN 20 123292”, be received; and,
  2. That the December 12, 2022, report titled, “Lifetime 8200 Warden Avenue GP Inc. (Lifetime Developments), Applications for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision to permit a high rise residential mixed-use development at the southwest corner of Cedarland Drive and Warden Avenue, Markham Centre (Ward 8), File No. PLAN 20 123292 (Previous File No. ZA 18 108856)”, be received; and,
  3. That the Official Plan Amendment application submitted by Lifetime 8200 Warden Avenue GP Inc. (Lifetime Developments), be approved and that the draft Official Plan Amendment, referenced as Appendix ‘A’ in the December 12, 2022, report be finalized and brought forward to a future Council meeting to be adopted without further notice; and,
  4. That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by Lifetime 8200 Warden Avenue GP Inc. (Lifetime Developments), be approved and that the draft Zoning By-law Amendment, referenced as Appendix ‘B’ in the December 12, 2022, report be finalized and brought forward to a future Council meeting to be enacted without further notice; and,
  5. That the letter dated, March 15, 2023, by Lifetime 9200 Warden Avenue GP Inc. (Lifetime Developments), attached hereto as Appendix 1, be received; and further,
  6. That Staff be directed to implement additional direction provided by Council; and further, 
  7. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
  Carried as Amended

10.

REGULAR REPORTS - CULTURE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MATTERS

10.1

2023 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS TRADE AND INVESTMENT MISSIONS (10.16)

Arvin Prasad, Commissioner, Development Services, introduced this item, advising that it is intended to provide an overview of the planned International Business Trade and Investment missions for 2023. Mr. Prasad introduced Chris Rickett, Director, Economic Growth, Culture, and Entrepreneurship, to provide a brief overview of the Staff Report.

Mr. Rickett provided a brief overview of the Staff Report to detail the three investment missions that the City is pursuing. 

The Committee provided the following feedback:

• Requested that a Councillor be added to the AutoTech Detroit Conference.
• Requested that the Chair of Culture & Economic Development be added to the Silicon Valley conference.  

• Moved by Mayor Frank Scarpitti
  Seconded by Councillor Amanda Collucci
  1. That the report entitled “2023 International Business Trade and Investment” be received; and,
  2. That the City engage in the identified business trade and investment missions identified; and,
  3. That the City be represented by the following as part of each prospective mission:
     1. Silicon Valley, San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S. – 2 staff, the Mayor, and Chair of Culture & Economic Development.
     2. AutoTech Detroit Conference, Novi, Michigan, U.S. – 2 staff and Mayor or Councillor. 
     3. Web Summit, Lisbon, Portugal – 2 staff and the Chair or Vice Chair of the Economic Development Committee; and,
  4. That Staff report back to Council on each of the missions; and, 
  5. That the total cost of the “Trade and Investment Missions in 2023 to the U.S. and Portugal” not exceed $38,500 and be funded from within the International Investment Attraction Operating Budget; and further,
  6. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
  Carried as Amended

10.2

CELEBRATE MARKHAM GRANT PROGRAM 2023-2024 – APRIL 1, 2023 – MARCH 31, 2024 – FUNDING APPROVALS AND ANNUAL PROGRAM REVIEW (10.16)

Arvin Prasad, Commissioner, Development Services, introduced this item, advising that the Celebrate Markham Grant funding is broken into two streams, community-led events and City events. Mr. Prasad advised that all applicants of the grant have been successfully approved for funding and advised that Staff are requesting that the remaining funds from the 2022 program be carried forward to 2023. 

The Committee requested to clarify if certain larger festivals which normally receive $10,000 would now receive $20,000. Staff confirmed that festivals with attendance greater than 10,000 people, with more than 10% of attendees coming from outside of Markham, would be eligible for an additional $20,000. Staff advised that they expect 5 festivals to qualify for this additional funding. 

The Committee commented on the increased costs of road closures and event security, inquiring if funding from this program could be used toward these costs. Staff confirmed that funding from the Celebrate Markham Grant program could be used to offset these costs. 

• Moved by Mayor Frank Scarpitti
  Seconded by Regional Councillor Alan Ho
  1. That the report titled, “Celebrate Markham Grant Program 2023-2024 – April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024 – Funding Approvals and Annual Program Review” be received; and,
  2. That Council approve the recommendations of the Interdepartmental Staff Review Committee in Attachment 2, which includes 57 Celebrate Markham applicants for community led events and programs, totaling $256,000 conditional on applicants adhering the Celebrate Markham Guidelines; and,
  3. That Council approve $50,000 in additional funding support for Major Community Festivals that meet the criteria set out in this report; and,
  4. That Council approve $84,000 for City led events and programs; and,
  5. That Council approve $30,000 for the Markham Arts Council annual programs and activities conditional on receiving and approving 2022/2023 audited financial statements; and,
  6. That the unallocated Celebrate Markham Community Grant Program funding of $84,275 be carried forward to the 2024-25 Celebrate Markham funding stream; and further,
  7. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
  Carried

10.3

DESTINATION MARKHAM CORPORATION UPDATE AND ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (10.16)

Arvin Prasad, Commissioner, Development Services, introduced this item, and Regional Councillor Jones called the Destination Markham Corporation Annual General Meeting to order at 3:00PM. All Members of Council were present during this item.

Eric Lariviere, Executive Director, Destination Markham Corporation, provided a presentation. Mr. Lariviere advised that the Destination Markham Corporation Board voted in favour of the 2023 Annual Budget, for which they are now seeking Council approval. 

The Committee provided the following feedback:

• Suggested consideration of a themed area within the City, to highlight the heritage and traditions of the City to attract tourism. 
• Asked if Destination Markham has an App with which to advertise events. Mr. Lariviere advised that while Destination Markham Corporation does not have an App, they are able to market events through their website and social media channels. 
• Inquired about new hotels in the City and the implementation and results of the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT). Staff confirmed that a new hotel was built in the City approximately 6 years ago, with another expanding. Staff also advised that they have had additional proposals for hotels within the City. Mr. Lariviere advised that their projections detailed in the report pertaining to MAT were conservative as they sought to establish a sustainable projection. 

• Moved by Councillor Isa Lee
  Seconded by Regional Councillor Alan Ho
  1. That the report “Destination Markham Corporation Update and Annual General Meeting” be received; and,
  2. That Council approve the Destination Markham Corporation 2023 Business Plan; and,
  3. That Council approve the Destination Markham Corporation 2023 Budget to a maximum of $2,179,623; and,
  4. That Council approve the Destination Markham Corporation 2021 Financial Statements; and,
  5. That Council approve KMPG LLP Chartered Accountants as the auditor for Destination Markham Corporation for 2023; and,
  6. That the Council approve the amendment of By-Law No. 1 of Destination Markham Corporation (in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor), to reflect that the Board of Directors is comprised of thirteen (13) Directors, including:
     • the Mayor and four (4) Members of Council, and
     • eight (8) members of the public; and,
  7. That Council approve the appointment of Jennifer Worden to the Destination Markham Corporation Board of Directors, to serve as an independent Director, for a term of four (4) years; and further,
  8. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
  Carried

11.

MOTIONS

There were no motions. 

12.

NOTICES OF MOTION

There were no notices of motion. 

13.

NEW/OTHER BUSINESS

There was no new business. 

• As per Section 2 of the Council Procedural By-Law, "New/Other Business would generally apply to an item that is to be added to the Agenda due to an urgent statutory time requirement, or an emergency, or time sensitivity".

14.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There were no announcements. 

15.

CONFIDENTIAL ITEMS

• Moved by Deputy Mayor Michael Chan
  Seconded by Councillor Juanita Nathan

  That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, Development Services Committee resolve into a confidential session to discuss the following matters:

  Carried

15.1

DEVELOPMENT AND POLICY MATTERS

15.1.1

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES - FEBRUARY 28, 2023 (10.0) [Section 239 (2) (e) (f)]

15.1.2

LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS, AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD; ADVICE THAT IS SUBJECT TO SOLICITOR-CLIENT PRIVILEGE, INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE;  

[Section 239 (2) (e) (f)] REQUEST FOR DIRECTION RE FOURO TOWERS BUILDERS LTD. AND SASSON CONSTRUCTION INC. OLT APPEAL (WARD 5) (8.0, 10.0)

15.1.3

LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS, AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD; ADVICE THAT IS SUBJECT TO SOLICITOR-CLIENT PRIVILEGE, INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE; 

[Section 239 (2) (e) (f)] REQUEST FOR DIRECTION RE ANGUS GLEN VILLAGE LTD. OLT APPEAL (WARD 6) (8.0, 10.0) 

15.2

A POSITION, PLAN, PROCEDURE, CRITERIA OR INSTRUCTION TO BEAPPLIED TO ANY NEGOTIATIONS CARRIED ON OR TO BE CARRIED ON BY OR ON BEHALF OFTHE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD;[Section 239 (2) (k)] MEMORANDUM - MARKHAM MUNICIPAL HOUSING PLEDGE

15.3

A POSITION, PLAN, PROCEDURE, CRITERIA OR INSTRUCTION TO BEAPPLIED TO ANY NEGOTIATIONS CARRIED ON OR TO BE CARRIED ON BY OR ON BEHALF OFTHE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD;[Section 239 (2) (k)] MEMORANDUM - LIFETIME

16.

ADJOURNMENT

The Committee returned to open session to vote on Items 6.1 and 9.2, as detailed with the respective item. 

• Moved by Regional Councillor Joe Li
  Seconded by Regional Councillor Alan Ho

  That the Development Services Committee adjourn at 4:53PM.

  Carried