GENERAL
COMMITTEE
2006-04 -03
Meeting No. 7
Finance & Administrative Issues Community
Services & Environment Issues
Chair: Councillor S. Daurio Chair:
Councillor A. Chiu
Vice Chair, Budget: Councillor
D. Horchik Vice Chair, Fire & Emergency Services:
Vice Chair, IT: Regional
Councillor B. O’Donnell Regional Councillor J. Heath
Vice
Chair, Recreation & Culture:
Councillor J. Webster
Vice
Chair, Character Community:
Councillor J. Webster
Vice
Chair, Environment Issues:
Councillor E. Shapero
Attendance
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J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer
C. Conrad, Town Solicitor
J. Sales, Commissioner of Community &
Fire Services
A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services
J. Baird, Commissioner of Development Services
A. Brown, Director, Engineering
J. Bosomworth, Manager, Strategy and Innovation
S. Birrell, Town Clerk
B. Wiles, Manager, By-law Enforcement and Licensing
B. Cribbett, Treasurer
D. Taylor, Manager, Executive Operations
S. Andrews, Director, Asset Management
D. McClean, Fire Chief
W. Snowball, Deputy Fire Chief
S. Mintz, Deputy Fire Chief
D, Blizzard, Public Education Officer
B. Nicholson, Manager, Asset Management
C. Marsales, Manager, Waste Management
V. McGrath, Manager, Environmental Leadership
S. Chait, Director, Economic Development
J. Carnegie, Director, Corporate Communications
M Rebane, Manager, Corporate Communications
B. Nanninga, Executive Assistant to Mayor
and Council
C. Raynor, Committee Clerk
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The General Committee convened at the hour of
9:30 a.m. with Councillor S. Daurio in the Chair.
The
General Committee recessed at the hour of 12:30 p.m. and reconvened at the
hour of
12:55 p.m. with Councillor
S. Daurio in the Chair.
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
None disclosed
1. TRANSFER OF GAS TAX FUNDING TO MARKHAM
DISTRICT ENERGY INC. (7.1)
Report
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the report dated April 3, 2006 entitled Transfer of Gas Tax Funding to Markham District Energy Inc. be
received;
And
that the Treasurer be authorized to transfer, as a grant, $500,000 to Markham
District Energy Inc. (M.D.E.I.).
CARRIED
2. LEASE AMENDMENT: LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION
CENTRE: 445 APPLE CREEK BLVD,
MARKHAM (8.2)
Report
Moved by Regional Councillor J.
Jones
Seconded by Councillor J.
Virgilio
That Council enact a by-law
authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Amendment to a Lease Agreement
between 1220623 Ontario Limited and the Town of Markham in a form that is
satisfactory to the Town Solicitor, for 10,851 square feet of office space
located at 445 Apple Creek Boulevard, Suite 100, Markham, for the period of
January 1, 2007 to March 31, 2007, at a net rental rate of $13.75 per square
foot plus $13.23 per square foot for taxes, maintenance and insurance costs.
CARRIED
3. 2006 UNIONVILLE B.I.A. OPERATING BUDGET
(7.4)
Report
Moved by Regional Councillor J.
Jones
Seconded by Councillor J.
Virgilio
That the report entitled 2006 Unionville B.I.A. Operating Budget dated April 3, 2006 be received;
And that the 2006 Operating
Budget in the amount of $154,500 for the Unionville B.I.A. be approved.
CARRIED
4. 2006 MARKHAM B.I.A. OPERATING BUDGET
(7.4)
Report
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the report entitled 2006 Markham
B.I.A. Operating Budget dated April 3, 2006 be received;
And that the 2006 Operating
Budget in the amount of $284,650 for the Markham Village B.I.A be approved.
CARRIED
5. SENECA AT MARKHAM – THE MARKHAM CAMPUS
CAPITAL APPEAL (7.6)
Report
There was extensive discussion surrounding the economic benefits of
Seneca’s presence in the Town and the extent of the Town’s support for the
facility. The Committee also sought clarification on the in-kind support
recommended by staff. The Committee requested that staff consider ways in which
resource materials owned by Seneca and the Town might be more effectively
shared.
Moved by Mayor D. Cousens
Seconded by Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell
That the report titled “Seneca @
Markham – The Markham Campus Capital Appeal” be received.
And that Council endorse a
$65,000 in-kind benefit to Seneca of a shared use soccer pitch.
And that Council endorse a contribution to
the Seneca@Markham Capital Appeal, consisting of $435,000 from the Corporate
Rate Stabilization Fund (paid out in five equal installments of $87,000 from
2006 through 2010).
CARRIED
6. AMENDMENT TO DEFINITION OF “RESIDENTIAL
UNIT”
IN THE PROPOSED BY-LAW TO
PROVIDE FOR THE
REGULATION OF TWO-UNIT
RESIDENTIAL
OCCUPANCIES: LEGAL FILE NO. 03
0411 LG 0217 (8.0)
Report By-law
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by Councillor G. McKelvey
That the definition of “residential unit” in
the proposed By-law to amend By-law No. 308-97, being a By-law to provide for
the registration of two-unit residential occupancies be amended to reflect the
definition of “residential unit” that is found in s. 1(4) of Bill 51.
CARRIED
7. FACILITIES & ACCOMMODATION
STRATEGIC PLAN (12.0)
Report Attachment
There was brief discussion surrounding work
space on the 4th floor of the Civic Centre. Staff agreed to
investigate whether there has been previous direction from Council on the
matter.
Moved by Councillor J. Virgilio
Seconded by Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell
That the report dated April
3, 2006,
entitled “Facilities & Accommodation Strategic Plan” be received and
approved;
And that staff retain a consultant to
undertake the Facilities & Accommodation Strategic Plan;
And further that staff report back to General
Committee in September 2006 to provide an update on the progress of the
Facilities & Accommodation Strategic Plan.
CARRIED
8. CONSULTANT SELECTION – WOODBINE BYPASS
AND HWY-404 EMPLOYMENT LANDS
SANITARY SEWER (5.5)
Report Attachments
Moved by Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell
Seconded by Councillor D. Horchik
That the report entitled “Consultant Selection RFP # 006-R-06, Woodbine
Bypass and Hwy 404 Employment Lands Sanitary Sewer” be received;
And
that the Request for Proposal # 006-R-06 be awarded to the highest ranked qualified firm, Earth Tech Canada Inc;
And
that this award be subject to the receipt of funding from the West Cathedral
Developers Group or Region of York in accordance with the Markham Council’s
January 31, 2006 approved principles for the terms and conditions of the draft
Development Charge Credit Agreement;
And
that Purchase Orders for the various items of work for the project be issued to
Earth Tech Canada Inc. in stages based on receipt of funds from the Cathedral
Group and Region of York and the satisfaction of other conditions set out in
this report.
Woodbine By-pass
And
that Engineering staff be authorized to retain the firm of Earth Tech Canada
Inc. for the completion of the detailed design of Phases 1 & 2 of the
Woodbine Bypass for an upset fee of $386,077.40 inclusive of 7% GST and
disbursements ($360,820.00 exclusive of GST);
And
that Engineering staff be authorized to retain the firm of Earth Tech Canada
Inc. for the construction
inspection and contract administration of Phases 1 & 2 of the Woodbine Bypass for an upset fee of $215,070.00
inclusive of 7% GST and disbursements ($201,000.00 exclusive of GST) subject to
the satisfactory completion of the detailed design phase of the project as
described in the RFP document;
And
that a contingency amount of $
50,000 exclusive of GST be established to cover any additional design costs for
Phases 1 & 2 of the Woodbine Bypass and that the Director of Engineering be
authorized to approve expenditure of this contingency amount up to the
specified limit;
And
that Engineering staff be authorized to retain the firm of Earth Tech Canada
Inc. for the completion of the
detailed design of Phase 3 of the Woodbine Bypass for an upset fee of
$101,897.17 inclusive of 7% GST and disbursements ($95,231.00 exclusive of GST)
subject to the receipt of property access agreements with the landowners;
And
that a contingency amount of $
14,500 exclusive of GST be established to cover any additional design costs for
Phase 3 of the Woodbine Bypass and that the Director of Engineering be
authorized to approve expenditure of this contingency amount up to the
specified limit;
And
that the Engineering Department 2006 Capital Budget be amended to increase the
value of the detailed design work for Phase 1, 2 & 3 of the Woodbine Bypass
by a total of $455,201.
Hwy 404 Employment Land Sanitary Sewer
And
that Engineering staff be authorized to retain the firm of Earth Tech Canada
Inc. for the completion of the detailed design for the 404 North trunk sanitary
sewer for an upset fee of $257,067.50 inclusive of 7% GST and disbursements
($240,250.00 exclusive of GST) subject to the amendment of the Engineering
Department 2006 Capital Budget and receipt of West Cathedral assessed share of
such work;
And
that Engineering staff be authorized to retain the firm of Earth Tech Canada
Inc. for the construction
inspection and contract administration for the 404 North trunk sanitary sewer for an upset fee of $132,883.30
inclusive of 7% GST and disbursements ($124,190.00 exclusive of GST) subject to
the satisfactory completion of the detailed design phase of the project as
described in the RFP document and the amendment of the Engineering Department
2006 Capital Budget and receipt of West Cathedral assessed share of such work;
And
that a contingency amount of $
40,000 exclusive of GST be established to cover any additional design costs for
the 404 North Employment Lands trunk sewer and that the Director of Engineering
be authorized to approve expenditure of this contingency amount up to the
specified limit;
And
that the draft cost sharing for the detailed design, construction inspection
and contract administration of the 404 North trunk sanitary between the
Cathedral Developers Group (27%) and the Hwy 404 North Employment Lands (73%)
as set out in this report be endorsed;
And
that the Director of Engineering be authorized to finalize the cost sharing
agreement with the Cathedral Group for the Hwy 404 North trunk sewer;
And
that the Major and Clerk be authorized to execute the Cost Sharing Agreement
with the Cathedral Group for the 404 North trunk sewer to the satisfaction of
the Town Solicitor.
And
that the 2006 Capital Budget be amended to include the detailed design,
construction inspection, contract administration and construction of the 404
North trunk sanitary sewer in the amount of $2,633,710;
And
that the Hwy 404 North Employment Lands final share of the Hwy 404 Sanitary
Sewer be included in an Area Specific Development Charges for the area;
And
that the Town of Markham upfront the Hwy 404 North Employment Lands share of
the design and construction of the Hwy 404 Sanitary Sewer in the amount of
$1,922,608 to be funded from Development Charges Reserves.
And
that the upfronted sanitary sewer costs plus interest be included in the Area
Specific Development Charge Bylaw for the Hwy 404 North Employment lands.
And
that the Town of Markham be reimbursed the upfront Hwy 404 sanitary
sewer cost plus interest from the Area Specific By-law for the Hwy 404 North
Employment Lands;
And
that staff continue to pursue with the Hwy 404 North Employment landowners
upfront financing of the Hwy 404 Sanitary Sewer;
And
that Bruce McGregor, Commissioner of Transportation and Works for the Regional
Municipality of York be advised of this decision.
CARRIED
9. PURCHASE OF SPONSORSHIPS – THREE EVENTS
AND
STATUS OF THE COUNCIL TABLE
PROMOTION ACCOUNT (7.0)
Report
Moved by Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Heath
That Council purchase a table of 8 for the 14th
Annual York Regional Police Appreciation Night – Thursday,
April 27, 2006 at Le Parc, Thornhill at a cost of $1,200, funded from account
840-841-5840;
And that Council purchases a Corporate table
of 10 for the Markham Board of Trade 25th Anniversary Celebration
Gala at the Hilton Suites on Saturday, May 13, 2006, at a cost of $2,000,
funded from account 840-841-5840;
And that tickets be purchased for Councillors
wishing to attend the 7th Annual S’port for Kids Gala, on Saturday
May 13, 2006
at the Sheraton Parkway Hotel in Richmond Hill, at a cost of $175.00 per ticket,
funded from account 840-841-5840;
And that Council authorize a projected
over-expenditure of $12,900 in the 2006 Council Table Promotion account,
840-841-5840, to be offset by other favourable variances throughout the Town by
year-end.
CARRIED
10. FOURTH MUNICIPAL LEADER SUMMIT ON
CLIMATE CHANGE (3.0, 12.2.6)
Presentation Report Attachment
1 2 3
Ms. M. Urquhart, Environmental Manager, provided information on the
recently held Fourth Municipal Leader Summit on Climate Change. There was brief
discussion surrounding some of the environmental initiatives considered by the
Town, including pursuing LEED certification for new buildings, solar power and
green roofs. The Committee suggested that the province should be encouraged to
amend the Ontario Building Code in order to promote energy efficiency, and that
commercial developers should also be educated as to ways to reduce energy
consumption in buildings.
Moved by Councillor E. Shapero
Seconded by Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell
That the presentation by Ms. M. Urquhart, Environmental Manager,
regarding the Fourth Municipal Leader Summit on Climate Change be received;
And that the Town of Markham endorse in principle the World Mayors and
Municipal Leaders Declaration on Climate Change, made on December 7, 2005 at
the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Montreal, Canada (as attached
to the original Council minutes kept on file in the Clerk’s Office).
CARRIED
11. GREEN
ROOF PROJECTS (5.7)
Report Appendix
3 4 5
Ms. M. Urquhart, Environmental Manager,
provided detailed information relating to a proposed trial of an extensive
green roof at the Markham Civic Centre. There was considerable discussion
surrounding the costs and benefits of such a roof.
Moved by Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Councillor G. McKelvey
That the verbal presentation regarding Green
Roof Projects be received;
And that Markham Staff report, Green Roof Projects, dated April 3, 2006, be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero
And
that Town Staff be authorized to retain a consultant to prepare a cost benefit
analysis including environmental benefits, for an extensive green roof
(retrofit on an inverted roof) on the second floor of the Markham Civic Centre,
at a cost not to exceed $4,000 to be funded from the 2005 Asset Management
Project Green Roof Phase 1 – Civic Centre Account (#56-5350-6789-005)
And
that Town Staff engage the services of a consultant to prepare a Request For
Proposal (RFP) on a green roof for the Centennial Community Centre pool area
and that Town Staff also report back on costs to analyze the benefits of
alternatively installing solar panels in the same location;
And
that Town Staff retain the
consultant preparing the Master Plan for the Civic Centre (Paul Nodwell) to
provide detailed landscape design drawings and contract administration, subject
to approval of the design drawings and submission of a detailed cost-benefit
analysis of the project, for:
·
replacement of
interlocking paving stones and the expansion of the existing landscape areas
across the entire front of the Civic Centre building, including a green area at
the front door; and,
·
an “intensive” Green
Roof/demonstration garden at the Civic Centre Great Hall entrance;
at a cost not to exceed $20,000 (funded from the 2006 Capital Project
for Civic Centre Improvements # 7014).
And
that up to $5,000 from the Markham
Environmental Sustainability Fund (Account #87 2800168) be used
as seed money to hold a Green Roof Symposium in the Town of Markham with the
non-profit association, Green Roofs for Healthy
Cities, to advance knowledge about Green Roofs, establish working
relationships and explore grant opportunities for Green Roofs;
And
further that as part of the RFP process for future Town facilities (new
construction and major renovations) an evaluation of a Green Roof be requested.
CARRIED
12. WEST NILE UPDATE (3.0)
Report Appendix
1
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the Town of Markham continue to support the Region of York, Health
Services Department in their activities to control the West Nile Virus in 2006,
in promoting education and reducing, where appropriate, standing water
on public property, as outlined within this report;
And that the Town of Markham continue to work in partnership
with the Region of York in 2006, to communicate and distribute information
about the West Nile Virus and participate in the meetings of the West Nile
Virus Municipal Operations Committee;
And
that the Town of Markham continue
to provide current, factual information about the West Nile Virus and how the
general public can protect themselves from exposure.
CARRIED
13. SATELLITE RECREATION CENTRE POLICIES
AGREEMENT (6.0, 8.2)
Report Attachment
A B C
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the report entitled Satellite Recreation Centres Policies Agreement be received;
And that the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to execute the Satellite Recreation
Centres Policies Agreement and related “Memorandum of
Acknowledgement” with the Satellite Community Centre Boards;
And further that the applicable
Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada fees for the
satellite community centres in the estimated amount of $4,160.00 be expensed to
the 2006 Asset Management operating budget accounts specified in the report.
CARRIED
14. AMENDMENT
TO FEE BY-LAW 2002-276 TO REFLECT
A PER APPLIANCE UNIT FEE FOR USED APPLIANCE PICKUP (5.1)
Report By-law
Moved by Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That Fee By-law 2002-276 be amended to reflect a charge of $10.00 per
unit for used appliances collected by the Town;
And that public notice be provided in accordance with Notice By-law
2002-275;
And that staff consider options to tackle the problem of appliance
pickup at large condominium units where the pickup fee has not been paid,
leading to the appliance remaining in place until sufficient complaints are
received or the fee is paid.
CARRIED
15. GENERAL
COMMENTS ON ONTARIO’S FUTURE
ENERGY SUPPLY MIX (5.7)
Report Attachment
1 2 3
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the Report titled, General
Comments on Ontario’s Future Energy Supply Mix be received;
And that Council supports the position that
the Province should develop an Integrated Resource Plan that provides a greater
priority and emphasis on Conservation Demand Management (CDM);
And that Council supports the position that
the Province should develop an Integrated Resource Plan that provides a greater
system planning emphasis and dependence on distributed generation and district
energy technologies in communities across Ontario;
And that Council supports the position that
the Province should develop an Integrated Resource Plan that has a lessened
dependency on the high voltage transmission system;
And that Council supports submission of this
Report along with a letter to the Honourable Donna Cansfield, Minister of
Energy as Markham’s general comments on Ontario’s Future Energy Supply Mix.
CARRIED
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Other
matters considered by General Committee on April 3, 3006
16. DEPUTATION - KEEPING OF BIRDS OF PREY AT
6 ERLANE AVENUE, MARKHAM (2.0)
Ms. M. McGeean presented a request to keep birds of prey at 6 Erlane Avenue in Markham. The Committee was advised that the
bird will be kept in a mews measuring approximately eight (8) cubic metres. It
was noted that the keeping of such birds is regulated by the province and that
certain conditions have to be met. The Committee sought clarification on
various matters including the general training and flight activities of the
bird.
Moved by Councillor G. McKelvey
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the deputation by Ms. McGeean regarding
her request to keep birds of prey at 6 Erlane Avenue in Markham be received;
And that the staff report dated April 3, 2006
entitled, “Keeping of birds of prey at 6 Erlane Avenue, Markham” be received;
And that the neighbours of 6 Erlane Avenue be contacted in writing for
their feedback on the proposed keeping of a bird of prey at 6 Erlane Avenue;
And that staff report back as soon as
possible with a recommendation for conditions upon which approval could be
granted to permit the keeping of a bird of prey at 6 Erlane Avenue, including:
·
That staff confirm that the requirements of the
Ministry of Natural Resources as they relate to the keeping of birds of prey
have been met, the cost of carrying out such confirmation to be at the cost of
the applicant;
·
And that construction and maintenance of the mews
be acceptable;
·
And that the surrounding neighbours have no
objection;
·
And that no free flying of the bird be carried out
at 6 Erlane Avenue.
CARRIED
17. ANTI-IDLING BY-LAW VIDEO PRESENTATION
(2.0, 3.0)
Ms. M. Urquhart, Environmental Manager, and Mr. B. Wiles, Manager,
By-Law Enforcement and Licensing, presented an Anti-Idling By-Law video. The
Committee expressed appreciation for the work of staff and Michael Kee, the
video producer, Judy Kee, the narrator, and By-law Officers Alex Chan and Linda
Canton-Yuen were thanked for their involvement.
There was discussion surrounding the enforcement of the anti-idling
by-law. The Committee was advised that enforcement will commence following the
education phase.
Moved by Councillor G. McKelvey
Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero
That the Anti-Idling By-Law video
presentation by Ms. M. Urquhart, Environmental Manager, and Mr. B. Wiles,
Manager, By-Law Enforcement and Licensing, be received.
CARRIED
18. BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT & LICENSING
DIVISION:
2005 OPERATIONS REVIEW AND
2006 PROGRAM PLAN (2.0)
Presentation
Mr. B. Wiles, Manager, By-Law Enforcement and
Licensing, provided a detailed overview of the By-Law Enforcement &
Licensing Division 2005 Operations Review and 2006 Program Plan. The Committee
sought clarification on a number of issues including bike patrols, projected
parking fine revenues, taxi licensing and enforcement of the sign by-law. The
Committee was advised that a report dealing with election signs will be
forthcoming shortly.
Moved by Councillor E. Shapero
Seconded by Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell
That the presentation by Mr. B. Wiles,
Manager, By-Law Enforcement and Licensing, regarding the By-Law Enforcement
& Licensing Division 2005 Operations Review and 2006 Program Plan be
received.
CARRIED
19. MARKHAM CONSERVATION COMMITTEE
TERMS OF REFERENCE (16.28)
Report
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That consideration of the Terms of Reference
and appropriate naming of the Markham Conservation Committee be deferred until
completion of the Town’s Environmental Management Plan Work Plan and that staff
report back to Council at that time.
CARRIED
20. KEEPING OF BIRDS OF PREY AT 6 ERLANE
AVENUE,
MARKHAM (2.0)
Report
This matter was dealt with in conjunction
with the item entitled “Deputation – Keeping of birds of prey at 6 Erlane Avenue, Markham.”
21. FOOD BANK REPORT (7.6)
Report Attachments
There was brief discussion surrounding the
space requirements of the Markham Food Bank.
Moved by Councillor J. Virgilio
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Heath
That the report dated April 3, 2006 entitled Markham Food Bank request for Additional Funding be
received;
And that staff undertake a detailed
feasibility study of the Markham Food Bank, including space requirements,
alternative locations and the benefits of the Food Bank to residents, and
report back.
CARRIED
22. FIRE DEPARTMENT 2005 REVIEW (3.0, 11.6)
Presentation
Mr. D. McClean, Fire Chief, Town of Markham, presented an overview of the Fire
Department 2005 Review. The Committee sought clarification on the employment of
minorities, the carbon monoxide detector education program and the requirements
for an additional aerial truck. The Department was complimented on the
Emergency Preparedness Training provided.
Moved by Councillor J. Virgilio
Seconded by Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti
That the presentation of the Fire Department
2005 Review by Mr. D. McClean, Fire Chief, Town of Markham, be received.
CARRIED
23. MINUTES – MARKHAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON
ACCESSIBILITY: FEBRUARY 15,
2006 (16.34)
Minutes
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Councillor J.
Virgilio
That the minutes of the Markham
Advisory Committee on Accessibility meeting held on February
15, 2006 be
received;
“And that the following
recommendation be received and referred to staff:
That persons with disabilities be exempt from the charging of fees under By-Law 28-97, A By-Law To Govern Parking Requirements and
Standards in Town of Markham, for vehicles
used to transport disabled persons which are identified by a valid and
properly-displayed Provincial Accessible Parking Permit when parked in all
spaces within pay-and-display areas in the Town of Markham;
And that the appropriate staff from the Town of Markham review First
Markham Place, 3255 Highway 7 East, to asses any outstanding curb cut
problems.”
CARRIED
24. MINUTES - CANADA DAY COMMITTEE:
FEBRUARY 20, 2006 (16.34)
Minutes
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the minutes of the Canada Day Committee
meeting held on February 20, 2006 be received.
CARRIED
25. MINUTES - MARKHAM THEATRE ADVISORY BOARD:
NOVEMBER 28, 2005 AND JANUARY
30, 2006 (6.2, 16.34)
Nov Jan
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the minutes of the Markham Theatre
Advisory Board meetings held on November
28, 2005
and January 30, 2006 be received.
CARRIED
26. MINUTES - VARLEY-McKAY ART FOUNDATION OF
MARKHAM: FEBRUARY 20, 2006
(6.9, 16.34)
Minutes
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Councillor J.
Virgilio
That the minutes of the Varley-McKay
Art Foundation of Markham meeting held on February
20, 2006 be
received.
CARRIED
27. MINUTES - ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES COMMITTEE:
FEBRUARY 16, 2006 (3.0, 16.34)
Minutes
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Councillor J.
Virgilio
That the minutes of the
Environmental Issues Committee meeting held on February
16, 2006 be
received.
CARRIED
28. MINUTES – RACE RELATIONS COMMITTEE:
MARCH 6, 2006 (16.34)
Minutes
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Councillor J.
Virgilio
That the minutes of the Race Relations Committee meeting held on March
6, 2006 be
received.
CARRIED
29. MUNICIPAL FINANCIAL CRISIS (13.2)
Letter
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell
That a Resolution and
letter dated March 10, 2006 from the City of Owen Sound to the Honourable
Dalton McGunity, Premier of Ontario, regarding a “Municipal Financial Crisis”
be received.
CARRIED
30. ANIMAL CARE (2.0)
Memorandum
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell
That a Memo dated April 4, 2006 from
Ms. S. Birrell, Town Clerk, to Mayor and Councillors of the Town of Markham
regarding a proposed response to petitions concerning the Town’s Animal Care
program be received.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The General Committee adjourned
at the hour of 3:40 p.m.