2003-05-13
COUNCIL MINUTES Council Chamber, Civic Centre
Meeting
No. 12
(Canada
Room)
COMMITTEE
OF THE WHOLE
ROLL
CALL
Mayor D.
Cousens, Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Regional
Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor E. Shapero (5:10
p.m.), Councillor G. McKelvey, Councillor J. Heath, Councillor D. Horchik,
Councillor K. Usman (5:50 p.m.), Councillor A. Chiu. (11)
Regrets
Regional
Councillor G. Landon, Councillor J. Virgilio. (2)
Moved by
Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by
Regional Councillor T. Wong
That Council
resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole to discuss the following:
(1) Markham
District Energy Inc. - President's Update (13.7)
(2) Markham
Beautification Project - Concrete Fence Replacement (5.0)
(3) 2003
Committee/Board Appointments (16.24)
(4) Severe
Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) Economic Recovery Task Force Update (11.0)
(5) 180
Mingay Avenue (Bridle Trail Baptist Church) (10.8 & 8.5)
(6) "Buy
Markham" Campaign/Partnership (10.16)
(7) Internet
Voting (14.0)
CARRIED
The Regular
Meeting of Council was held on May 13, 2003 at 7:05 p.m. in the Council
Chamber, Civic Centre. Mayor D. Cousens
presided.
(Council
Chambers)
COUNCIL
ROLL
CALL
Mayor D.
Cousens, Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Regional
Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor E. Shapero,
Councillor G. McKelvey, Councillor J. Heath, Councillor D. Horchik, Councillor
K. Usman. Councillor A. Chiu. (11)
Regrets
Regional
Councillor G. Landon, Councillor J. Virgilio. (2)
STAFF
J. Livey,
Chief Administrative Officer
J. Allen,
Chief Information Officer
J. Baird,
Commissioner of Development Services
S. Birrell,
Town Clerk
C. Conrad,
Town Solicitor
B. Cribbett,
Treasurer
D. McClean,
Fire Chief
P. Miller,
Manager, Secretariat Services
B. Nanninga,
Executive Assistant
J. Sales,
Commissioner of Community and Fire Services
A. Taylor,
Commissioner of Corporate Services
M.F. Turner,
Commissioner, Strategy, Innovations and Partnerships
1. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor D.
Horchik disclosed an interest with respect to Clause (6), Report No. 33
(Development Services Committee Minutes, Item # 13), the proposal by Angus Glen
Farm Ltd. and Angus Glen Golf Club Ltd., Files SU.03-109045 and ZA.03-209048,
by nature of his house abutting the subject lands, and did not take part in the
consideration or discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such
matter.
Councillor J.
Heath disclosed an interest with respect to Clause (6), Report No. 33
(Development Services Committee Minutes, Item # 23), the proposed zoning by-law
amendment for 1371045 Ontario Limited, at 160 and 162 Bullock Drive, by nature
of owning property next door, and did not take part in the consideration or
discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.
Moved by
Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by
Regional Councillor T. Wong
That Council
resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole to discuss the following:
(1) Markham
Board Of Trade - "Buy Markham" Campaign/Partnership (10.16)
(2) Internet
Voting (14.0)
The Regular
Meeting of Council was held on May 13, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council
Chamber, Civic Centre. Mayor D. Cousens
presided.
Moved by
Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by
Regional Councillor T. Wong
That Council rise from the Committee of the
Whole and the Chairman report.
CARRIED
Mayor D.
Cousens reported the following motions passed at the Committee of the Whole
meeting:
2. REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Moved by
Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by
Regional Councillor T. Wong
That Council rise from the Committee of the
Whole and the Chairman report.
CARRIED
Mayor D.
Cousens reported the following motions passed at the Committee of the Whole
meeting:
(1) MARKHAM
DISTRICT ENERGY INC.
PRESIDENT'S UPDATE (13.7)
That
the report from the President, Markham District Energy Inc., and the
presentation of the 2002 Audited Financial Statements/Annual Report and
Auditor's Report for Markham District Energy Inc., be received;
And that KPMG,
LLP be appointed as external auditors for Markham District Energy Inc.
(2) MARKHAM
BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT
CONCRETE FENCE REPLACEMENT
(5.0)
That the Information Report dated May 13, 2003 titled "Markham
Beautification - Concrete Fence Replacement Program", be received;
And that consideration of this matter be deferred and referred to a
special Community Services and Environment Committee meeting to be held in the
next two weeks.
(3) 2003
COMMITTEE/BOARD APPOINTMENTS (16.24)
Canada Day Committee
That the resignation of Lise Conde from the Canada Day Committee be
accepted with regret and a letter of appreciation be forwarded;
And that Regional Councillors F. Scarpitti and T. Wong and Councillors
E. Shapero and K. Usman bring forward replacement appointment to a future
Council meeting;
Markham Centre Advisory Committee
And that the following residents be appointed to the Markham Centre
Advisory Committee:
Michelle Lynch for
the duration of the project
Donna Church for
the duration of the project
Barry McFarquhar for
the duration of the project
(4) SEVERE
ACUTE RESPIRATORY SYNDROME (SARS)
ECONOMIC RECOVERY TASK FORCE
UPDATE (11.0)
That the tabled report from the SARS Economic Recovery Task Force be
received;
And whereas the Markham Council established a special Severe Acute
Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) Economic Recovery Task Force for the purpose of
recommending an action programme promoting the economic recovery of Markham
businesses negatively affected by the SARS epidemic,
And whereas the Task Force has consulted with a cross-section of the
Markham business community in order to better understand the extent of the
economic impact and to identify opportunities for the Town of Markham to assist
in the economic recovery,
And whereas commercial activity, particularly tourism and hospitality,
have been significantly affected by the SARS outbreak;
And whereas Regulation 711/91 under the Retail Business Holidays Act
provides that retail business establishments in a municipality may be exempted
for up to five holidays a year during which a fair, festival or other special
event is being held in that municipality;
And whereas each retail business establishment should be able to decide
whether to open or not and that they should seek input from their staff to
ensure that staff that are not able to work on the holiday are not required to
do so;
Now therefore the Task Force hereby unanimously recommends the
following initial steps:
- That
the Town of Markham exempts all retail businesses from the provisions of
the Retail Business Holidays Act, pursuant to Regulation 711/91, for every
statutory holiday from May 15, 2003, up to and including Thanksgiving
2003, with the exception of Canada Day, thereby allowing retail businesses
to operate and encouraging increased economic activity;
- That
the Town of Markham provide a grant of $15,000 to the Richmond Hill and
Markham Chinese Business Association “Business Recovery Campaign”, to be
funded from the Corporate Contingency account number 840 841 7849 with the
Town of Markham logo to be featured on promotion materials;
- That
the Town of Markham partner with the Markham business community to support
the use of an airplane-flown banner during the Victoria Day weekend to
promote shopping in Markham, at a cost to the Town not to exceed $5,000,
to be funded from the Economic Development Business Development account
610-998-5808;
- That
the Mayor and Council declare this Victoria Day weekend as a special
celebratory event called “Shop Markham” to encourage all residents and visitors
to enjoy life in Markham and support the local business community;
- That
retail businesses within the Town of Markham be exempted from the
provisions of the Retail Business Holidays Act, in accordance with
subsection 5(1) of Regulation 711/91, and retail businesses be permitted
to open on May 19, 2003;
- That
the Chief of Police of York Regional Police Services be advised;
And that, given recognition that a longer-term attention is warranted,
that the Task Force continue to meet to plan further recovery initiatives and
report its progress at the next Council meeting, dated 27 May, 2003;
And further that Council continue to be appreciative of
Markham-Stouffville Hospital staff and sponsor their Staff Recognition
Celebration on Friday June 13, 2003 and that the amount of $2,500, be approved.
(5) 180
MINGAY AVENUE, BLOCK 206, PLAN 65M-3519
SITE RESERVED FOR PLACE OF
WORSHIP
(BRIDLE TRAIL BAPTIST CHURCH)
(10.8 & 8.5)
That the confidential report entitled "Site Reserved for Place of
Worship (Wismer Commons Community) Update", be received for information
only.
(6) MARKHAM
BOARD OF TRADE - "BUY MARKHAM"
CAMPAIGN/PARTNERSHIP (10.16)
That the report entitled "Markham Board of Trade "Buy
Markham" Campaign/Partnership", be received;
And that Council commend and acknowledge with appreciation the Markham
Board of Trade for its public awareness program "Buy Markham";
And that staff bring forward a further report to update on this matter.
(7) INTERNET
VOTING (14.0)
That Council approve Internet voting for 2003 Advance voting;
And that Internet voting be available for the casting of votes during
the continuous Advance voting days starting at 12:00 noon, November 3, 2003 and
ending at 8:00 p.m., November 7, 2003;
And further that a by-law be presented to establish Internet voting as
an alternative method of voting in the 2003 Municipal Elections.
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Regional Councillor T. Wong
That the Report of the Committee of the Whole
be adopted, approved and confirmed.
CARRIED
3. MINUTES
(1) COUNCIL
MEETING
- APRIL 29, 2003
Moved by
Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by
Councillor E. Shapero
That the
Minutes of the Council Meeting held on April 29, 2003, be adopted.
CARRIED
4. PRESENTATIONS
(1) EXEMPLARY FEDERAL
SERVICE AWARDS
& EXEMPLARY FEDERAL BARS (12.2.6)
Mayor
announced that 28 members of the Markham Fire & Emergency Services have
received their 20 year Exemplary Federal Service Awards and 8 members have
received their 30 year Exemplary Federal Bars.
5. DELEGATIONS
Council
consented to add Delegations (1) to (4).
(1) Helen Soehner,
President, Town's Little Children Daycare, - in objection to the proposed
recovery of operating costs associated with the TLC Daycare lease. (Report No.
32, Clause 2) (3.18)
(2) Glenn Baron -
reiterating his concerns and support for the relocation of the bus stop from
the south east corner of Kennedy Road and Helen Avenue to the north east
corner. (Report No. 31, Clause 1) (5.14)
(3) Glenn Baron -
expressing concerns regarding an independent appraisal and the value of the
land forming a portion of Deviation Road - Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4. (Report No. 32,
Clause 12) (8.5 & 7.0)
(4) Glenn Baron -
expressing his opinion as to the definition of "community" and
"living" in connection with the proposed amendment to community
improvement area policies of the Markham Official Plan. (Report No. 33, Clause
5) (10.3)
6(a) REPORT NO. 31 - TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Council
consented to separate Clause (1).
Moved by
Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by
Regional Councillor F. Scarpitti
That Report
No. 31 - Transportation Committee be received and adopted.
April 28, 2003
(1) GLENN BARON - 251 HELEN AVENUE
RE: NORTHBOUND
KENNEDY BUS STOP
AT HELEN AVENUE (5.14)
That
the deputation of Mr. Glenn Baron, 251 Helen Avenue, regarding the relocation
of a bus stop from
the south-east corner to the north-east corner of Kennedy Road and Helen
Avenue, be received;
And that the Region of York Transit Department be requested to review
the location of the bus stop at Kennedy Road and Helen Avenue;
And that an on-site meeting be arranged at Kennedy Road and Helen
Avenue with Mr. Glenn Baron, Region of York Transit Department staff, and Town
of Markham Engineering staff;
And that if the relocation of the bus stop is deemed appropriate by the
Region of York, Town of Markham staff be requested to consider the matter of
the installation of the sidewalk at the BMW/Kennedy Road/Helen Avenue location.
CARRIED
(2) URBAN TRANSPORTATION SHOWCASE PROGRAM
(5.10 & 5.14
& 13.4)
That
staff continue to participate with the City of Toronto, York Region, Town of
Richmond Hill, City of Vaughan and other GTA partners in preparing a stage two
application to Transport Canada for the "Greater Toronto Area Travel
Demand Management Program" as an Urban Transportation Showcase Program
(UTSP) initiative;
And
that staff report back to the Transportation Committee when key program and
cost elements of the "Greater Toronto Area Travel Demand Management
Program" have been determined in consultation with other GTA partners in
the program, for consideration by Committee and Council before confirming
Markham's ultimate participation in the program;
And
that the Town Clerk forward copies of this report to the Clerks of the Region
of York, City of Vaughan, Town of Richmond Hill, City of Toronto, City of
Mississauga, City of Brampton, City of Hamilton, Peel Region, Halton Region,
and Durham Region.
(3) APPROVAL FOR NEIGHBOURHOOD
TRANSPORTATION
COMMITTEE 2002 -
TRAFFIC CALMING PROJECTS
WILLOWBROOK ROAD AND AILEEN
ROAD (5.12)
That
Council approve construction of the following traffic calming projects for the
2002 Traffic Calming Programme:
TRAFFIC
CALMING
COMMUNITY WARD STREET
NAMES DEVICES
Thornhill 2 Willowbrook Road/Aileen
Road 12
And
further that funding for this project in the amount of $105,000 (including 7%
GST) be withdrawn from Project No. 4878 - New Traffic Calming Initiatives, in
the 2002 Capital Budget (Account Number 065-5350-4878-005).
(4) OTHER COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS
- MINUTES OF TRANSPORTATION
COMMITTEE MEETING – APRIL 28,
2003 (16.0)
CARRIED
6(b) REPORT NO. 32 - FINANCE &
ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE
Council
consented to separate Clauses (2), (5), (10), (12) and (15).
That Report
No. 32 - Finance & Administrative Committee be received and adopted.
May 5, 2003
(1) MS.
ELIZABETH PLASHKES - "DOORS OPEN MARKHAM"
REQUEST FOR GRANT
(12.2.6 & 7.6)
That
the presentation of Mrs. Elizabeth Plashkes, Chair, Doors Open Markham
Committee, requesting a grant in the amount of $10,000 for the "Doors Open
Markham" project, be received;
And
that a grant in the amount of $10,000 be approved for 2003 for the Doors Open
Markham project, subject to any remaining funds being returned to the Town.
(2) TOWN'S LITTLE CHILDREN DAYCARE (3.18)
Moved by Councillor G. McKelvey
Seconded by Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell
That the reports dated April 22, 2003 and May
5, 2003 entitled "Town's Little Children Daycare", be received;
And that Council direct staff to recover the
operating costs associated with the Daycare as provided for in the Lease
Agreement between the Town of Markham and the TLC Daycare commencing September
1, 2003;
And that staff be requested to report back on
options for subsidies that could be offered to Town employees using the TLC
Daycare;
And that such report be presented to the
Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for May 13, 2003, if possible, or the
Finance & Administrative Committee meeting of May 20, 2003;
That Council authorize the TLC Daycare to
deduct from their Proportionate Share of Expenses, an amount equal to the
discount on daycare fees provided to Town Staff for children enrolled in the
TLC Daycare, and to provide a monthly record of full disclosure on Town
employee enrolment, during the term of the lease. In the event that TLC Daycare discontinues the discount, that the
Town subsidize TLC Daycare fees paid by Town employees for children enrolled in
the Infant Room of the Daycare, in the amount of $20.00 per week, during the
term of the lease;
And that the TLC Daycare be requested to
expand the 10% discount for Town of Markham employees to all of its programs
and thereby discount their costs.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
(See following motion
to amend which was carried)
(See following
motions which were lost)
(See following
recorded vote) (10:1)
YEAS: Mayor
D. Cousens, Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Regional
Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor E. Shapero,
Councillor G. McKelvey, Councillor D. Horchik, Councillor K. Usman, Councillor
A. Chiu. (10)
NAYS: Councillor
J. Heath. (1)
ABSENT: Regional Councillor
G. Landon, Councillor J. Virgilio. (2)
Moved by Regional Councillor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Regional Councillor T. Wong
That Clause (2), Report No. 32 be amended to add the following
paragraphs:
"That Council authorize
the TLC Daycare to deduct from their Proportionate Share of Expenses, an amount
equal to the discount on daycare fees provided to Town Staff for children
enrolled in the TLC Daycare, and to provide a monthly record of full disclosure
on Town employee enrolment, during the term of the lease. In the event that TLC Daycare discontinues
the discount, that the Town subsidize TLC Daycare fees paid by Town employees
for children enrolled in the Infant Room of the Daycare, in the amount of
$20.00 per week, during the term of the lease;
And that the TLC Daycare be requested to
expand the 10% discount for Town of Markham employees to all of its programs
and thereby discount their costs."
CARRIED
(See following recorded vote)
(8:3)
YEAS: Mayor
D. Cousens, Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Councillor
E. Shapero, Councillor G. McKelvey, Councillor J. Heath, Councillor D. Horchik,
Councillor K. Usman. (8)
NAYS: Regional
Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor A. Chiu. (3)
ABSENT: Regional
Councillor G. Landon, Councillor J. Virgilio. (2)
Moved by Regional Councillor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Regional Councillor T. Wong
That Clause (2), Report No. 32 be amended to add the following
paragraph:
"And that the implementation of the lease rate increase be
staggered over a three (3) year period."
LOST
(See following recorded vote which was lost) (4:7)
YEAS: Deputy
Mayor F. Scarpitti, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Councillor E. Shapero,
Councillor J. Heath. (4)
NAYS: Mayor D. Cousens,
Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor G. McKelvey,
Councillor D. Horchik, Councillor K. Usman, Councillor A. Chiu. (7)
ABSENT: Regional Councillor G. Landon,
Councillor J. Virgilio. (2)
Moved by Regional Councillor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero
That Clause (2), Report No. 32 be amended to add the following
paragraph:
"And that a 30% reduction in the TLC Daycare proportionate share
of the cost recovery be approved subject to the TLC Daycare Board of Directors
approving a 10% discount for Town employees for all programs."
LOST
(See following recorded vote which was lost) (5:6)
YEAS: Deputy
Mayor F. Scarpitti, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Councillor E. Shapero,
Councillor J. Heath, Councillor K. Usman. (5)
NAYS: Mayor D. Cousens,
Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor G. McKelvey,
Councillor D. Horchik, Councillor A. Chiu. (6)
ABSENT: Regional Councillor G. Landon,
Councillor J. Virgilio. (2)
(3) MARKHAM BOARD OF TRADE 2004 DIRECTORY
(10.16 & 3.15)
That
the report dated May 5, 2003, entitled "Markham Board of Trade 2004
Directory" be received;
And
that the Director of Economic Development be authorized to purchase 500 copies
of the 2004 Markham Board of Trade Directory at a total cost of $5,350 ($10 per
copy plus GST), to be funded from within the approved Business Development
account #610-9985808.
(4) ECONOMIC
ALLIANCES/TWINNING PROGRAM
(10.16 & 12.2.6 & 2.1)
That
the report dated May 5, 2003, entitled "Economic Alliances/Twinning
Program" be received;
And
that the Mayor and a member of Economic Development staff be authorized to
participate in the Cary Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting at a cost not to
exceed $3,500 to be funded from within the approved Business Travel account
#610-9985201;
And
that the Manager of Heritage Planning and Councillor G. McKelvey be authorized
to participate in the Nordlingen community festival at a cost not to exceed
$6,000 to be funded from within the approved Business Travel account
#610-9985201;
And
that Council schedule a Committee of the Whole meeting to review the Economic
Alliance/Twinning Policy, its benefits to the Town, criteria involved, and
factors to be considered.
(5) FEASIBILITY OF AN ARTIFICIAL ICE
FACILITY
AT THE CIVIC CENTRE (12.4
& 6.1)
That
the report entitled "Feasibility of an Artificial Ice Facility at the
Civic Centre" to Finance and Administrative Committee, dated May 5, 2003
be received;
And
that the feasibility of establishing an artificial ice facility at the Civic
Centre, including all associated costs, be examined as part of the Anthony
Roman Centre Master Planning Study currently being undertaken by the Town;
And
that the memorandum from Councillor K. Usman, dated May 2, 2003, be referred to
staff for a report back in the short term, and to also be considered in
conjunction with the Anthony Roman Centre Master Planning Study;
And
that a Markham Civic Centre Steering Committee be established to review long
term priorities at the Markham Civic Centre;
And
that the following members be appointed to the Steering Committee:
Regional Councillor F. Scarpitti
Councillor E. Shapero
Councillor D. Horchik
Councillor K. Usman
Councillor J. Virgilio
And
that the Chair of the Markham Conservation Committee be invited to participate.
CARRIED
(6) AMARJIT DOSANJH - 9 BELFORD CRESCENT,
MARKHAM
ONTARIO MUNICIPAL
BOARD - MINOR VARIANCE APPEAL
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FILE
NO. A/233/02 (10.12)
That
the Town Solicitor be instructed to attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing
to oppose an appeal respecting a minor variance for 9 Belford Crescent
scheduled for May 13, 2003.
(7) TENDER AWARD 020-T-03 - MARKHAM FIRE
STATION 92/
YORK REGION EMS
STATION - 10 RIVIERA DRIVE (7.15 & 7.12)
That the report dated May 5, 2003 entitled “Markham Fire Station 92/York Region EMS Station - 10 Riviera Drive,
Markham” be received;
And
that the tender 020-T-03 for the construction of Markham Fire Station 92/York
Region EMS Station be awarded to Frank Pellegrino General Contracting Limited
being the lowest acceptable bidder, in the amount of $3,113,006.16 inclusive of
7% GST ($2,996,632.10 inclusive of 3% GST);
And that the
Town’s share of the funding for the construction contract of $2,996,632.10 is
$2,153,164.88 and the Region of York’s share is $843,467.22 (Refer to Appendix
1 ‘Riviera Fire Station Proposed Budget’);
And that
construction costs in the amount of $843,467.22 be recovered from the Region of
York for the Emergency Medical Services Area of the station;
And that the
Town has previously funded a portion of the Construction costs with 2001 Capital
project #2925 in the amount of:
Development
Charges Reserve Fund (60%) $ 978,480.00
Tax
based funding (40%) $ 637,975.00
And that
additional funding necessary for the construction contract in the amount of
$536,709.88 be funded as follows:
Development
Charges Reserve Fund (60%) $ 327,763.93
Tax
based funding (40%) $ 208,945.95
Total
additional funding $ 536,709.88
And that the
Town’s share of the funding for the internal costs of $223,808.00 is
$163,855.00 and the Region of York’s share is $59,953.00 (Refer to Appendix 1
‘Riviera Fire Station Proposed Budget’);
And that
internal costs in the estimated amount of $59,953.00 be recovered from the
Region of York for the Emergency Medical Services Area of the station;
And that the
Town has previously funded a portion of the Internal costs with 2001 Capital
project #2925 in the amount of:
Development
Charges Reserve Fund (60%) $ 61,800.00
Tax
based funding (40%) $ 41,200.00
$ 103,000.00
And that
additional funding necessary for the internal costs in the amount of $60,855.00
be funded as follows:
Development
Charges Reserve Fund (60%) $ 36,513.00
Tax
based funding (40%) $ 24,342.00
Total
additional funding $ 60,855.00
And that total
pre-servicing costs (included in the construction costs) of $123,600.00
(inclusive of 3% GST) applied to pre-service the property adjacent to the site
be recovered prior to granting development approval for the property;
And that the
Town’s share of the pre-servicing costs are $86,520.00 and the Region of York’s
share is $37,080.00 which will be recovered from the Region as part of the
construction costs;
And that a
copy of this report be forwarded to York Region for their information;
And
That staff be requested to report back on the potential use of the John Street
Fire Station by the Fire & Emergency Services Department or other
department of the Town.
(8) THERMAL ENERGY SERVICE AGREEMENT
8100 WARDEN AVENUE (8.7 &
8.2)
That
the report dated May 5, 2003 entitled "Thermal Energy Service Agreement -
8100 Warden Avenue", be received;
And
that Council enact a by-law authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute a
Thermal Energy Service Agreement between the Town of Markham and Markham
District Energy Inc. in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor.
(By-law 2003-121)
(9) "FORE THE CURE" GOLF
TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIP (12.2.6)
That
the Town of Markham sponsor a Tee or Green for the "Fore the Cure"
Golf Tournament May 21, 2003 in the amount of $500 to be charged to Account
#840-8415840.
(10) WEST NILE VIRUS (11.0)
That the Town of Markham support the Region of York, Health Services
Department in promoting education and reducing, where appropriate, standing
water on public property;
And that the Town of Markham work in
partnership with the Region of York to communicate and distribute information
about the West Nile Virus;
And that staff be authorized to continue working with the Region of
York Health Services Department by participating in the
meetings of the West Nile Virus Control Committee;
And that the Town of Markham website include a link to York Region
Health Services Department;
And that the Town of Markham Internet site
and Intranet site be updated with current, factual information about the West
Nile Virus and how the general public can protect themselves from exposure.
And that Council enact a Standing Water
By-Law in the form attached as Appendix “B”;
And that Council approve the hiring of a
150-day By-Law Enforcement Officer to enforce the Standing Water By-Law, at a
cost of $25,000 for the season;
And that Council approve the hiring of a
150-day staff member to coordinate the Town of Markham’s West Nile Virus
program, at a cost of $25,000 for the 2003 season;
And that staff determine the feasibility of
erecting bird and bat houses in appropriate locations to reduce culex mosquito populations;
And that, the funding be absorbed from within
the 2003 Operating Budget;
And that staff be requested to report back to
the May 20, 2003 Finance and Administrative Committee meeting providing
clarification on areas of jurisdiction for the Region of York and the Town of
Markham;
And that staff report back to Council on a
regular basis as to the progress of the Town and the Region with respect to the
West Nile Virus.
(By-law 2003-122)
CARRIED AS AMENDED
(See following motion
to amend)
Moved by Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by Councillor S. Daurio
That Clause (10), Report No. 32 be amended to delete paragraph 8 for a
report to the Finance and Administrative Committee meeting on May 20, 2003 and
add the following paragraphs:
"And that staff be requested to report back to
the May 20, 2003 Finance and Administrative Committee meeting providing
clarification on areas of jurisdiction for the Region of York and the Town of
Markham;
And that staff report back to
Council on a regular basis as to the progress of the Town and the Region with
respect to the West Nile Virus."
CARRIED
(11) SARS (SEVERE ACUTE RESPIRATORY SYNDROME)
ECONOMIC RECOVERY
TASK FORCE MANDATE (11.0)
That the
report entitled “SARS Economic Recovery Task Force Mandate” be received,
And that the
Task Force membership be increased to include 12 members from a variety of the
business community,
And that the
Task Force present its recommendations to Council no later than June 10, 2003.
(12) ENVIRONMENTAL LAND ACQUISITION
RESERVE FUND (8.5
& 7.0)
That the proceeds from the sale of the portion of Deviation Road -
Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4, Plan 65R-25471 be transferred to the Town's Corporate
Stabilization Fund.
CARRIED
(See following recorded vote) (6:5)
(See following motion which was lost)
YEAS: Mayor
D. Cousens, Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor
G. McKelvey, Councillor D. Horchik, Councillor A. Chiu. (6)
NAYS: Deputy Mayor F.
Scarpitti, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Councillor E. Shapero, Councillor J.
Heath, Councillor K. Usman. (5)
ABSENT: Regional Councillor G. Landon, Councillor J. Virgilio. (2)
Moved by Councillor K. Usman
Seconded by Regional Councillor F. Scarpitti
That the proceeds from the sale of the
portion of Deviation Road - Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4, Plan 65R-25471 be transferred
to the Town's Environmental Land Acquisition Fund.
LOST (5:6)
(See following recorded vote)
YEAS: Deputy
Mayor F. Scarpitti, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Councillor E. Shapero,
Councillor J. Heath, Councillor K. Usman. (5)
NAYS: Mayor D. Cousens,
Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor G. McKelvey,
Councillor D. Horchik, Councillor A. Chiu. (6)
ABSENT: Regional Councillor G. Landon, Councillor J. Virgilio. (2)
(13) REQUEST TO WRITE-OFF PROPERTY TAX
INTEREST AND PENALTIES - 11
CACHET PARKWAY (7.3)
That the
report dated April 22, 2003 entitled "Request to Write-off Property Tax
Interest and Penalties - 11 Cachet Parkway" be received;
And
that the Town not write-off interest resulting from non-payment of taxes.
(14) ROLLING AVERAGE ON ASSESSMENT (7.3)
Whereas
the Province is already on record that beginning in 2006, annual property
valuation will be based on a three year rolling average; and as there are
concerns that this may not happen;
That
the Province of Ontario be requested to ensure that the introduction of the
rolling average on assessment proceed.
(15) OTHER COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS
- MINUTES OF
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATIVE
COMMITTEE MEETING – MAY 5,
2003 (16.0)
CARRIED
6(c) REPORT NO. 33 - DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
COMMITTEE
Council consented to separate Clauses (1),
(5) and (6).
Moved by Councillor G. McKelvey
Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu
That Report No. 33 - Development Services
Committee be received and adopted.
May 6, 2003
(1) SECOND
SUITES (10.0)
That the staff presentation regarding second
suites be received;
And that "Option 1: No new zoning
provisions; enhance current procedures" be selected as the preferred
option;
And that staff report back with details and
opportunities for Option 1, including addressing increased parking and expanded
driveway issues.
CARRIED
(See following motion to defer
which was lost)
Moved by Regional Councillor T. Wong
Seconded by Councillor K. Usman
That Clause (1), Report No. 33 be deferred
and referred to all Ward Councillors to hold Public Information Meetings and
report back in September, 2003.
LOST
(See following recorded vote)
(5:6)
YEAS: Deputy
Mayor F. Scarpitti, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Councillor E. Shapero,
Councillor G. McKelvey, Councillor K. Usman. (5)
NAYS: Mayor D. Cousens,
Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor J. Heath,
Councillor D. Horchik, Councillor A. Chiu. (6)
ABSENT: Regional Councillor G. Landon, Councillor
J. Virgilio. (2)
(2) 14400106 ONTARIO INC. /METRUS DEVELOPMENT INC.
- CORNELL
NORTH OF EXISTING MARKHAM
BY-PASS, EAST OF 9TH LINE,
REVISIONS TO DRAFT PLAN APPROVAL AND IMPLEMENTING
ZONING FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 19TM-01015
(SU01118320, ZA01118317) (10.5, 10.7) Weblink
That the
conditions of draft plan approval set out in Appendix ‘A’ to the staff report
dated June 25, 2002 for Phase 1 of draft plan of subdivision 19T-01015
(14400106 Ontario Inc./Metrus Development Inc), be revised as follows:
- That the approval shall relate to the
draft plan of subdivision prepared by KLM Planning Partners Inc.,
identified as Project Number P-354 (354DES16-Phase1), Dwg. No. – 02:6,
last revision date December 12, 2002.
- That the maximum number of dwelling
units be increased to 570.
- That the applicant obtain a minor
variance from the Committee of Adjustment to reduce the minimum unit width
for the townhouse blocks fronting on Bur Oak Avenue to 4 metres.
And that the
applications submitted by 14400106 Ontario Inc./Metrus Development Inc to amend
Zoning By-laws 304-87 and 177-96 be approved and the implementing by-laws, set
out in Appendices ‘A’ and ‘B’ to the staff report dated May 6, 2003, be
enacted, without further notice;
And that water
supply allocation for an additional 105 units be granted to 14400106 Ontario
Inc./Metrus Development Inc., such allocation to be from the total allocation
available for the Cornell Secondary Plan Area and as confirmed by the Trustee
for the Cornell Developers Group;
And that the
Town reserves the right to revoke or reallocate water allocation to the Draft
Plan of Subdivision should the development not proceed in a timely manner.
(By-laws 2003-123 & 2003-124)
(3) APPRECIATION
TO MARKHAM-STOUFFVILLE HOSPITAL (3.8)
That
the Town authorizes expenditures up to a maximum of $5,000 to supplement
donations for appreciation events recognizing the efforts of healthcare workers
at Regional Hospitals during the recent SARS situation;
And
that staff be authorized to place newspaper ads for this purpose.
(4) 1237777 ONTARIO LTD.,
7500 WOODBINE AVENUE
APPLICATION TO REZONE TO BUSINESS CORRIDOR (ZA. 03-107705) (10.5)
That
the correspondence from Scott Sweatman of Associated Tube Inc., advising of no
objections, be received;
And
that the Development Services Commission information report dated April 8,
2003, entitled “1237777 Ontario Inc.
application to rezone the property at 7500 Woodbine Avenue to the
Business Corridor zone category (ZA. 03-107705)” be received;
And
that the Record of the Public Meeting held on May 6, 2003, with respect to the
proposed amendments to By-law 108-81 be received;
And
that the application by 1237777 Ontario Inc. to amend By-law 108-81 be
approved;
And
further that the proposed amendment to By-law 108-81 be enacted without further
notice.
(5) PROPOSED
AMENDMENT TO COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT
AREA POLICIES OF THE MARKHAM OFFICIAL PLAN (M1 471)(10.3)
And that the Record of the Public Meeting
held on May 6, 2003, with respect to the proposed
Official Plan be received;
And that
Council adopt the Official Plan Amendment, attached as Appendix 1 to the report
entitled “Proposed Official Plan Amendment – Community Improvement Policies”
and dated May 6, 2003, to amend the Community Improvement policies in the
Markham Official Plan.
(By-law 2003-125)
CARRIED
(6) OTHER COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS
- MINUTES OF
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
COMMITTEE MEETING – MAY 6,
2003 (16.0)
That the Development Services Committee minutes dated May 6, 2003 be
received, save and except that Item 17 be amended as follows:
AMENDMENTS TO
SIGN BY-LAW (A FRAME SIGNS)(2.16)
That paragraph 3 be amended to include the following:
"… and as many small businesses be invited as possible."
CARRIED AS AMENDED
(See following motion to amend)
(Councillor D. Horchik abstained-
item 13)
(Councillor J. Heath abstained -
item 23)
"… and as many small businesses be invited as possible."
CARRIED
6(d) REPORT NO. 34 - COMMUNITY SERVICES &
ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE
Council consented to add Report No. 34 - Community Services &
Environment Committee.
That Report No. 34 - Community Services & Environment Committee be
received and adopted.
(1) 2003
MARKHAM MUSEUM USER FEES (6.7)
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Regional Councillor T. Wong
That the report entitled "2003 Museum
User Fees be received;
And that the proposed fee increases listed
below for Markham Museum facilities be approved:
Facility Rentals Current New Increase
Church $300 $400 33%
Church Hall $250 $350 40%
Grounds $250 $350 40%
Photo Sessions $
50 $ 60 20%
And that summer admission fees
not change;
And that winter admission fees be
eliminated and replaced with donations;
And that the increase for rentals
and admissions be effective May 24, 2003
And that By-law 2002-276, a
by-law to impose fees or charges for services or activities provided or done by
the Town of Markham, be amended to reflect the new rates;
And further that notice to the
public be provided in accordance with By-law 2002-275, a by-law to prescribe
the form and manner and times for the provision of reasonable notice.
(By-law 2003-132)
CARRIED
(2) TOWN
OF MARKHAM 2003 CLEAN AIR INITIATIVES (5.7)
Moved
by Councillor E. Shapero
Seconded
by Councillor G. McKelvey
That Council endorse Markham's 2002 Progress
Report on Clean Air Commitments as outlined in Appendix A of the report dated
May 12, 2003 entitled "Town of Markham 2003 Clean Air Initiatives;
And that the Town of Markham become a
signatory on the 2003 Inter-Governmental Declaration on Clean Air to be signed
during Smog Summit IV to be held on June 20, 2003, in Toronto;
And that Council appoint Councillor E.
Shapero to attend Smog Summit IV being held in Toronto on June 20, 2003, to
sign the Inter-Governmental Declaration on Clean Air on behalf of the Town of Markham;
And that the Mayor and other Members of
Council be encouraged to attend Smog Summit IV;
And that Council endorse the following Clean
Air Initiatives proposed for 2003:
Host a community forum as outlined in Appendix B of the staff report on
June 14, 2003, to promote awareness of the Town's Clean Air Initiatives
and
Smog Summit IV;
Approve the Smog Alert Response Plan for the Town of Markham, as
outlined in
Appendix C;
Launch the Hybrid Vehicle Pilot Project on Clean Air Day, June 4, 2003,
as outlined
in Appendix D, at the Civic Centre;
And that staff report back on the complete
list of Clean Air initiatives at the June 9, 2003 meeting of Community Services
& Environment Committee;
And that the logo presented for the Clean Air
Working Group to be used on all signage, letterhead, initiatives, promotional
materials and communications, be approved;
And that appreciation be expressed to
Community Services & Fire Commission staff for their work on this report.
CARRIED
7. MOTIONS
Council consented
to add Motions (1) to (3).
(1) EXEMPLARY FEDERAL
SERVICE AWARDS
& EXEMPLARY FEDERAL BARS (12.2.6)
That congratulations be extended to the following 28 members of the
Markham Fire & Emergency Services who have received their 20 year Exemplary
Federal Service Awards and 8 members who have received their 30 year Exemplary
Federal Bars:
20 Year Awards
Wayne Andrunyk
Paul Armstrong
George Birtig
Tom Caldwell
Brad Carlton
Paul Donahoe
Gerry Dube
Dennis Eadie
Ernie Elliot
Eddie Fisher
Dave Forfar
Murray Forgie
Tom Hazlewood
Gord Hooper
James Houston
Jim Jones
Berick Keeping
Brandon King
Judy Leckie
Dave Lovett
James Miles
Dave Moore
Dave Nobert
Larry Peacock
Dain Phillips
Ken Robertson
Chris Rouble
Glen Stephenson
Rick Webber
30 Year Bars
Robert Clarry
John Hummel
William Johnston
Tom Love
Brian Pike
Scott Richardson
William Vliek
Allen Woodcock
CARRIED
(2/3rd vote to consider was
required and obtained)
(2) MARKHAM
YOUTH TASK FORCE
YOUTH WEEK (16.21)
That appreciation be extended to all the youth of the community for
their contribution in making Youth Week a success and to Will Snowball and
Jacquie Hermans and all staff who participated for their efforts.
CARRIED
(2/3rd vote to consider was
required and obtained)
(3) ASSOCIATION
OF MUNICIPALITIES OF ONTARIO
SPEED ENFORCEMENT AND LIMITS
(5.12.2)
That the responses forwarded by the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario from the Minister of Transportation, the Attorney General and the
Minister of Public Safety and Security for the Town of Markham's resolution
regarding speed enforcement and speed limits on local roads be forwarded to
staff to report back on alternatives available to the Town.
CARRIED
(2/3rd vote to consider was
required and obtained)
8. COMMUNICATIONS
Council
consented to add Communication No. 140-2003.
Council
consented to separate Communication No. 134-2003.
Moved by
Councillor J. Heath
Seconded by
Councillor A. Chiu
That Council
receive and consent to the disposition of communications in the following
manner:
Received
130-2003 Richard Talbot -
Forwarding comments and support regarding the dog leash-free area at Milne
Park. (2.8 & 6.3)
131-2003 Rupert De Castro,
President, St. Stanislaus Alumni Association Toronto - Informing that the
association has applied for a Special Occasion Liquor Permit for the BBQ/Dance
at the outdoor/indoor facility of Shangri-la Convention Centre, 50 Esna Park
Drive. The event will be held on July
5, 2003 from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. with alcoholic beverages being served from
7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. within the restricted area. (3.21)
132-2003 Neville Devonish,
Treasurer, Last Lap Lime Planning Committee - Informing that the committee has
applied for a Special Occasion Liquor Permit for the York Region fund raising
at the grounds of Shangri-La Convention Centre, 50 Esna Park Drive. The event will be held on August 4, 2003
from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. with alcoholic beverages being served from 11:00
a.m. to 9:00 p.m. within the restricted area. (3.21)
133-2003 Janet May -
Forwarding support for the Millennium Bandstand Parkette and Playground project
on Main Street, Unionville being completed in 2003. (12.2.6 & 6.3)
Referred to the Chief
Administrative Officer
134-2003 Association of
Municipalities of Ontario - Forwarding responses from the Minister of
Transportation, the Attorney General and the Minister of Public Safety and
Security for the Town of Markham's resolution regarding speed enforcement and
speed limits on local roads. (5.12.2)
CARRIED
Referred to all Members of Council
135-2003 Proclamation -
Thank You to All Our Community Health Care Workers Week - May 12 through 16,
2003. (3.4)
136-2003 Liquor Licence
Application - Request to complete the Alcohol and Gaming Commission Municipal
Information Form for Seoul Garden Restaurant, 4350 Steeles Avenue East, Unit
A-1, Markham (indoor). (3.21)
Referred to all Members of Council
137-2003 Liquor Licence
Application - Request to complete the Alcohol and Gaming Commission Municipal
Information Form for Coconut Island Restaurant, 8362 Kennedy Road, Unit 7
(indoor). (3.21)
138-2003 Liquor Licence
Application - Request to complete the Alcohol and Gaming Commission Municipal
Information Form for Select Winners Lounge, 4394 Steeles Avenue East, D 14
& 15 (indoor). (3.21)
139-2003 Frank Scarpitti,
Deputy Mayor, Canada Day Committee - Forwarding a request for approval of the
following to facilitate the Canada Day Celebrations being at the Milne Park on
July 1, 2003:
- close McCowan Road from Heritage Road to 14th Avenue from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00
p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
- advise the Ontario Provincial Police, York Regional Police, 407 ETR, Central
Ambulance Communications Centre, York Region Transit, Markham Fire Department
and Emergency Services.
- hang Canada Day banners over Main street Markham, Main Street Unionville,
Milne Park entrance and to advertise the events on the electronic billboards
located at 101 Town Centre Boulevard, Thornhill Community Centre, Centennial
Community Centre, Milliken Mills Community Centre and Mount Joy Community
Centre. (3.5)
(By-law 2003-126)
140-2003 Ruth Bessant -
Forwarding information and concerns regarding the West Nile Virus. (Clause 10,
Report No. 32, 2003) (11.0)
CARRIED
9. BY-LAWS
Council
consented to add By-law 2003-132.
Moved by Councillor
A. Chiu
Seconded by
Councillor S. Daurio
That By-laws
2003-121 to 2003-132 be given three readings and enacted.
Three Readings
BY-LAW 2003-121 A by-law to authorize the execution of a Thermal Energy Service
Agreement between the Town of Markham and Markham District Energy Inc.
(Clause 8, Report No. 32, 2003)
BY-LAW 2003-122 A by-law to regulate standing water in the Town of Markham
(Standing Water By-law).
(Clause 10, Report No. 32, 2003)
BY-LAW 2003-123 A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 304-87, as amended (14400106
Ontario Inc./Metrus Development Inc., Cornell - north of existing Markham
By-pass, east of 9th Line - To delete the subject lands from the designated
area Zoning By-law 304-87, as amended so that it may be incorporated into
Zoning By-law 177-96, as amended to extend and revise the proposed Plan of
Subdivision).
(Clause 2, Report No. 33, 2003)
BY-LAW 2003-124 A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 177-96, as amended (14400106
Ontario Inc./Metrus Development Inc., Cornell - north of existing Markham
By-pass, east of 9th Line - To extend and revise the proposed Plan of
Subdivision).
(Clause 2, Report No. 33, 2003)
BY-LAW 2003-125 A by-law to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 104 (To update and
improve the Community Improvement Policies).
(Clause 5, Report No. 33, 2003)
BY-LAW 2003-126 A by-law to authorize road closures for 2003 Canada Day Parade
and Celebrations being held at Milne Park (McCowan Road from Heritage Road to
14th Avenue from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
(Communication No. 139-2003)
BY-LAW 2003-127 A by-law to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 105 (1107656
Ontario Ltd., Leitchcroft Community Lots, Blocks 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, Plan
65M-3575 and Blocks 41, 42, 43, and 45, Plan 65M-3226 - To revise the
distribution of townhouse and apartment units)
(Clause 5, Report No. 27, 2003)
BY-LAW 2003-128 A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 177-96, as amended (1107656
Ontario Ltd., Leitchcroft Community Lots, Blocks 4, Plan 65M-3575, Blocks
41, 42, 43 50, Plan 65M-3226 & Part of Block 49, Plan 65M-3226 - To delete
requirements for at-grade commercial along street frontages; revise townhouse
parking standards and revise zoning boundaries on Blocks 41, 42 and 43, Plan
65M-3226)
(Clause 5, Report No. 27, 2003)
BY-LAW 2003-129 A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 1229, as amended
(Loblaws McCowan Market - To remove the (H) Hold provision to permit the
construction of a parking area).
BY-LAW 2003-130 A by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officer as Process
Server (Carey Durant).
BY-LAW 2003-131 A by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting of May
13, 2003.
(Council
Meeting No. 12, 2003)
BY-LAW 2003-132 A by-law to amend Fee By-law 2002-276 (To increase fees or
charges for services and activities provided or done by the Town of Markham
Museum).
(Clause 1, Report No. 34, 2003)
CARRIED
10. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by
Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by
Councillor G. McKelvey
That the
meeting do adjourn.
CARRIED
Council
adjourned at 9:35 p.m.
_______________________________ ___________________________________
SHEILA
BIRRELL, TOWN CLERK DON
COUSENS, MAYOR
(Signed)