COMMUNITY
SERVICES AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE
2004-09-13
Meeting No. 5
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
B. Cribbett,
Treasurer
D. McClean,
Fire Chief
P. Loukes,
Director, Operations & Asset
Management
P. Ingham,
General Manager of Operations
S. Taylor,
Director, Strategic Services
C. Raynor,
Committee Clerk
B. Labelle,
Committee Clerk
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The Community Services and Environment Committee convened at the hour
of 1:00 p.m. with Councillor A. Chiu in the Chair.
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
None disclosed.
1. MINUTES
– ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON ACCESSIBILITY
JUNE 17, AND AUGUST 18, 2004
(16.9) Jun.
17 Aug.
18
The
Committee sought clarification on the implementation of resolutions from the
Accessibility Committee. It was noted that staff examine all resolutions and
that they are forwarded to the appropriate Committee.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath
That
the minutes of the Advisory Committee on Accessibility meeting held on June 17,
and August 18, 2004, be received.
And
that the following resolutions from the August 18, 2004 meeting be adopted:
“That a standard signage program that addresses accessibility issues
for all residents of Markham be established;”
“That Council be requested to consider examining the western existing
part of the Centennial Community Centre with respect to accessibility issues
and include the remediation of any issues in the current project.”
CARRIED
2. CONSOLIDATED
AGREEMENT FOR
CHILD CARE SERVICES (6.0 &
7.0 & 8.0) Weblink
Moved by Councillor S. Daurio
Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero
That
the report entitled “Consolidated Agreement for Child Care Services” be
approved;
And
that Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Consolidated Agreement
for Child Care Services between the Town of Markham and The Regional
Municipality of York, in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor.
CARRIED
3. AUTHORIZATION
FOR COMMISSIONER OF COMMUNITY
AND FIRE SERVICES TO ENTER
INTO NON-CONFORMING
RENTAL CONTRACTS ON BEHALF OF
THE
TOWN OF MARKHAM (6.0 & 7.0
& 8.0) Weblink
The
Committee queried what contracts will be authorized by staff. Staff advised
that this authority will only be exercised in the case of “one ofs” requiring
immediate attention.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti
That
the report titled "Authorization for Commissioner of Community and Fire
Services to Enter into Non-Conforming Rental Contracts on Behalf of the Town of
Markham" be received;
And
that the Commissioner of Community and Fire Services, on the recommendation of
the Director of Recreation and Culture, Facility Co-ordinators and Managers of
cultural venues, be authorized to enter into rental agreements up to a value of
$25,000 net of expenditures on behalf of the Town of Markham, subject to all
Town requirements being adhered to with respect to policies, by-laws, permits,
insurance, etc.
CARRIED
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Other
matters considered by the Community Services & Environment Committee at its
meeting held on September 13, 2004
4. MARKHAM CONSERVATION COMMITTEE -
REGARDING THE RESIGNATION OF ERIC WONG (16.28)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Webster
That the
following resolution arising from the minutes of the Markham Conservation
Committee meeting held on June 24, 2004, be adopted:
“That
the resignation of Eric Wong be accepted, with regret, and that a request for a
replacement be forwarded to Council.”
CARRIED
5. KYOTO 101 FOR MUNICIPALITIES -
JOHN MILLS, REGIONAL DIRECTOR, ONTARIO
REGION, ENVIRONMENT CANADA (5.7)
Mr.
John Mills, Regional Director, Ontario Region, Environment Canada, gave a
presentation outlining current issues with respect to climate change and the
Kyoto protocol. He summarized the existing Federal program, how it aligned with
national and global trends and what municipalities can do to assist. He recognized
Markham’s many programs that help to reduce emissions as well as promoting
environmental awareness.
Moved by Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero
That the presentation of Mr. John Mills, Regional Director, Ontario
Region, Environment Canada, regarding Kyoto 101 for Municipalities, be received
and referred to the Kyoto Task Force.
CARRIED
6. TOWN
OF MARKHAM - RENTAL GUIDE (6.0 & 7.0)
Mr. Jim
Sales, Commissioner of Community and Fire
Services, briefly described the Markham Rental Guide.
Moved by Councillor J. Webster
Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero
That the presentation of Mr. Jim Sales, Commissioner of Community and Fire Services, regarding the Markham
Rental Guide be received;
And that Mr. Stu Taylor, Director, Strategic Services, Ms. Emma
Uffren, Publications Coordinator, Mr. John Li, Graphic Coordinator, and Ms.
Irene Chen, Administrative Clerk, be recognized for their efforts in compiling the
Rental Guide.
CARRIED
7. MINUTES
– MARKHAM CONSERVATION COMMITTEE
JUNE 24, 2004 (16.28) Weblink
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Webster
That the
minutes of the Markham Conservation Committee meeting held on June 24, 2004 be
received.
CARRIED
8. MINUTES
– FREDERICK HORSMAN VARLEY
ART GALLERY OF MARKHAM
BOARD - JUNE 14, 2004 (6.12) Weblink
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Webster
That
the minutes of the Frederick Horsman Varley Art Gallery of Markham Board
meeting held on June 14, 2004, be received.
CARRIED
9. MINUTES – MARKHAM MUSEUM BOARD
FEBRUARY 4, MARCH 3, APRIL 7, MAY 5, JUNE 2, 2004 (6.7)
Feb.
4 Mar.
3 Apr.
3 May
5 Jun.
2
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Webster
That the minutes of the Museum Advisory Board
meetings held on February 4, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, 2004, be
received.
CARRIED
10. MINUTES
– MARKHAM RACE RELATIONS COMMITTEE
JUNE 7, 2004 (16.10) Weblink
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Webster
That
the minutes of the Markham Race Relations Committee meeting held on June 7,
2004, be received.
CARRIED
11. FOLLOW-UP REPORT ON THE SUNNYSIDE
AMUSEMENTS
CARNIVAL AT THE MUSEUM –
JULY 22 TO JULY 25, 2004 (6.7) Weblink
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Webster
That
the follow-up report on the Sunnyside Amusements Carnival at the Museum July 22
to July 25, 2004, be received.
CARRIED
12. SECOND
WATER QUALITY QUARTERLY REPORT FOR 2004 (5.3) Weblink
The
Committee queried the operation of the water fountain on Main Street. Staff
advised that the fountain was inoperative as it is difficult to ensure the
water quality. It was noted that only licensed operators could perform dead-end
flushing within the water supply network.
The
Committee was concerned with the decision-making process for shutting down
water fountains in the Town. Staff agreed to report back on the matter.
The
Committee noted that staff is producing quarterly water quality reports even
though provincial legislation requires only one annual assessment. It was
suggested that, for the benefit of the residents, quarterly reports should be
produced in a more user-friendly way, and that the annual report be produced in
accordance with provincial legislation.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That
the Second Water Quality Quarterly Report be received;
And
that quarterly reports be produced in a less technical, user-friendly way so as
to facilitate public awareness on water quality in Markham;
And that staff continue to produce an annual
water quality report in accordance with provincial legislation.
CARRIED
13. NORWAY
MAPLE REPORT (5.7) Weblink
Staff
provided an update on the Norway Maples in the Town. It was suggested that some
trees may be under stress but that a more accurate assessment, including budget
requirements, will be possible following the pruning program.
It was
agreed that using summer students for support is an option and that information
about tree planting and care will be added to the website. Staff also noted
that under-story planting of new trees on boulevards is difficult due to a lack
of space.
The
Committee thanked staff for their efforts in saving some trees.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero
That
the staff report entitled “Norway Maple Report”, dated September 13, 2004, be
received;
And
that staff continue to prune, remove, replace and/or fertilize Norway Maple
boulevard trees as required within the approved 2004 Capital Budget;
And
that staff report back to Council in the fall of 2004 to provide specific
numbers of Norway Maples pruned, removed, replaced and/or fertilized in 2004,
as well as anticipated funding necessary to support a similar program in 2005,
if required.
CARRIED
14. FITNESS CENTRES –
2003 CUSTOMER SERVICE SURVEY RESULTS (6.4) Weblink
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Webster
That
the report entitled “Fitness Centres – 2003 Customer Service Survey Results” be
received as information.
CARRIED
15. AQUATICS –
2003 CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEY RESULTS (6.4) Weblink
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Webster
That
the report entitled “Aquatics – 2003 Customer Satisfaction Survey Results” be
received as information.
CARRIED
16. MARKHAM
THEATRE EXPANSION
FEASIBILITY STUDY (6.2) Weblink
There
was considerable discussion surrounding the Markham Theatre expansion. There
were various suggestions relating to possible sites for satellite theatres and
the value of relocating the existing theatre to a new site. Staff advised that
funding is currently unavailable for the expansion but they will report back if
any grants become available.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero
That
the report entitled Markham Theatre Expansion Feasibility Study be received as
information;
And
that consideration of the Markham Theatre Expansion be deferred for a period of
five years with the understanding that it is re-assessed annually;
And that the assessment include the
possibility of using alternate sites.
CARRIED
17. OAK RIDGES MORAINE FOUNDATION
2003 ANNUAL REPORT (5.7 &
13.0)
That the letter from Oak Ridges Moraine
Foundation, dated June 18, 2004, copies of which are available from the Clerk’s
office, containing the Foundation’s 2003 Annual Report, be received.
CARRIED
18.
RESOLUTION FROM THE TOWNSHIP
OF ESSA (13.5.1)
Seconded by Councillor S. Daurio
19. MR. J. BRASSARD, MPFA AND
FIRE CHIEF D. MCCLEAN
FIRE SERVICE RESPONSE TIMES (7.15)
There
was some discussion regarding fire service response times. Staff advised that
there are a myriad of factors that can delay deployment such as traffic,
weather conditions and roadways. The employment of new technologies like a
Global Positioning System (GPS) based receiver and dispatch program will assist
in decreasing response times. Staff noted that a forthcoming report will
outline fire service requirements for the next ten (10) years.
Moved by Councillor S. Daurio
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Heath
That the
letter from Mr. J. Brassard, Markham Professional Firefighters Association,
dated June 22, 2004, expressing concern on behalf of the Association about fire
service response times in Markham and a response from Fire Chief D. McClean,
dated June 28, 2004, be received.
CARRIED
20. MINISTER
OF MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS AND HOUSING
AIR QUALITY AND CLIMATE CHANGE
HANDBOOKS (5.7 & 13.2.5)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That
the letter from Hon. J. Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing,
dated July 23, 2004, containing copies, available from the Clerk’s Office, of
the Air Quality and Climate Change Handbooks, which outline potential
strategies for ensuring cleaner air, be received and referred to the Kyoto Task Force
CARRIED
21. YORK REGION - RESOLUTION REGARDING
THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
AND APPROVALS PROCESS (13.4, 5.7)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor S. Daurio
That the
letter from York Region, dated July 22, 2004, containing a resolution
requesting that the Environmental Assessment process be streamlined for
municipal infrastructure projects, be received.
CARRIED
22. ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPALITIES OF ONTARIO
(AMO)
BILL 26, STRONG COMMUNITIES ACT (13.12.2 & 10.0)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor S. Daurio
That the letter from AMO, dated July 28, 2004, containing details of its letter to
Minister Gerretsen regarding Bill 26, and a copy of its report on planning
reform, be received.
CARRIED
23. TOWN OF NEWMARKET
PUBLIC WORKS REPORT 2004-61
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE THREE (3) STREAM
WASTE COLLECTION PROGRAM (13.5.2, 5.1, 5.2)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the letter from the Town of Newmarket, dated August 20, 2004, containing a
resolution that the Town of Newmarket consider implementing the three stream
waste collection subject to a number of conditions, be received.
CARRIED
24. TOWN OF NEWMARKET - RESOLUTION REGARDING
AMBULANCE DISPATCH (13.5.2, 3.0)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero
That the letter from the Town of Newmarket, dated August 20, 2004, containing a
resolution that the Minister of Health and Long Term Care examine the current
process for dispatch services, be received.
CARRIED
25. REGION OF YORK - PROMOTION AND
EDUCATION PROGRAM - WASTE MANAGEMENT (13.4 & 5.1)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor S. Daurio
That the letter dated June 11, 2004, from Region of York reporting the recommendation
of their Solid Waste Management Committee relating to promotion and education
of waste program, be received.
CARRIED
26. REGION OF YORK - EXPANDED CURBSIDE
RECYCLING PROGRAM (13.4 & 5.1)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor S. Daurio
That the letter, dated June 11, 2004, from Region of York, reporting in response to Town
of Markham's request, regarding expanded curbside recycling program, be
received.
CARRIED
27. REGION OF YORK - RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS
IN RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE (13.4 & 5.1)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor S. Daurio
That the letter, dated June 11, 2004, from Region of York reporting the recommendation
of their Solid Waste Management Committee relating to radioactive materials in
residential solid waste, be received.
CARRIED
28. REGION OF YORK - WASTE DIVERSION
ONTARIO FUNDING (13.4 & 5.1)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor S. Daurio
That the letter, dated June 11, 2004, from Region of York reporting the recommendation
of their Solid Waste Management Committee relating to Waste Diversion Ontario
funding, be received.
CARRIED
29. REGION OF YORK - REQUEST FOR REGION OF
YORK
TO HOST AN ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
(EAC) FORUM (13.4 & 5.7)
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor S. Daurio
That the letter, dated June 12, 2004, from Region of York requesting municipalities to
consider merits of having the Region of York facilitate an Environmental
Advisory Committee (EAC) Forum, be received.
CARRIED
30. PESTICIDE BY-LAW (5.7)
There was discussion surrounding the possibility of the Town of Markham
enacting a Pesticide By-law similar to the one recently enacted by the City of
Toronto. Staff agreed to examine the matter at a future meeting of the
Committee.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti
That the staff memorandum providing information relating to a Pesticide
By-law be received
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Community Services and Environment
Committee meeting adjourned at the hour of
3:30 p.m.