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M I N U T E S

GENERAL COMMITTEE

November 22, 2010
Meeting No. 21

 

Finance & Administrative Issues                                                Community Services Issues

Chair:              Regional Councillor J. Virgilio                                                                Chair:              Councillor A. Chiu

                       

 

Environment & Sustainability Issues                                          Building, Parks, & Construction Issues

Chair:              Councillor E. Shapero                                                                             Chair:              Councillor C. Moretti

                                                                                                                       

                Alternate formats are available upon request.

 

 

Attendance

 

Mayor F. Scarpitti
Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Regional Councillor G. Landon

Regional Councillor J. Virgilio

Councillor V. Burke

Councillor. E. Shapero

Councillor D. Hamilton

Councillor J. Webster

Councillor A. Chiu

 

Regrets

Regional Councillor J. Jones

Councillor C. Moretti

Councillor D. Horchik

Councillor L. Kanapathi

 

J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer

C. Conrad, Town Solicitor

J. Baird, Commissioner of Development Services

B. Librecz, Commissioner of Community & Fire Services

A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services

P. Ingham, General Manager, Operations

M. Ingwersen, District Manager, Operations

P. Loukes, Director, Operations

J. Lustig, Treasurer

A. Moore, Manager of Purchasing

R. Raman, Manager, Accounting & Expenditure Control

C. Service, Manager, Planning & Policy Development

N. Takata, Parks Planner

G. Taylor, Manager, Community Centre Operations

M. Urquhart, Manager of Environmental Leadership

K. Bavington, Committee Clerk

 

 

 

 

The General Committee convened at the hour of 9:05 a.m. with Regional Councillor J. Virgilio in the Chair; Councillor A. Chiu Chaired Community Services related items; and Councillor E. Shapero Chaired Environment and Sustainability related items.

 

The CAO, on behalf of staff, made a presentation of appreciation to the retiring Chair, Regional Councillor J. Virgilio for his years of service and leadership; and to retiring Councillor E. Shapero for her dedication in environmental issues. Departing Councillor J. Webster was also recognized for his contributions on the Development Services Committee. The departing Committee members thanked Council and staff for their support, and for their rewarding years spent with Markham.

 

 

DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST

 

Councillor J. Webster disclosed an interest with respect to Item # 26, Clause 9, Markham Environmental Issues funding applications, regarding Community Gardens, by nature of being involved in his own community garden, and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matters.

 

 

1.         YORK REGION CHILDREN’S AID         
SOCIETY BOARD (3.0)

            Presentation

 

Sophia Wong and Jennifer Grant of the York Region Children’s Aid Society Board made a presentation regarding the services of the Society and the status of funding.

 

The Committee expressed appreciation for the presentation and concurred with the importance of the Society and the need to engage other government levels. It was noted that York Region services receive 40 cents per child for every dollar that Toronto gets.

 

The Regional Council is sending a letter to the Province urging more equitable funding , and it was suggested that the Town of Markham send a similar message to the Province, referring to the level of funding and the level of growth in York Region. In addition, support will be sought from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and all York Region municipalities.

 

A further suggestion was made that the mayors on York Region’s municipalities, and the Chair of the Regional Council make a deputation to the Premier.

 

Staff was directed to prepare a draft letter for the Council meeting on November 23, 2010.

 

Moved by Councillor E. Shapero

Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon

 

1)             That the Deputation by Ms. Jennifer Grant and Ms. Sophia Wong from the Board of Directors of the York Region Children’s Aid Society be received; and

 

2)             That the Town of Markham forward the following resolution to the attention of Premier Dalton McGuinty and the Minister of Children and Youth Services Laurel Broten:

 

Whereas York Region is the third lowest funded Children’s Aid Society Board in the Province of Ontario, receiving 40 cents on the dollar compared to Toronto;

 

And Whereas the funding for the most vulnerable children in York Region is approaching a crisis level, compromising services and placing children at risk;

 

And Whereas the Town of Markham views the potential impacts on child protection as unacceptable;

 

Now Therefore, be it resolved, the Town of Markham strongly requests the Province to increase funding to the York Region Children’s Aid Society Board to be equitable to that of other Regions.; and

 

3)             That the resolution be forwarded to other municipalities in York Region, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), petitioning their support; and further,

 

4)             * That Regional Chair and CEO Bill Fisch and the Mayors of all municipalities in York Region be encouraged to make a deputation to the Province in this regard.

 

CARRIED

* Amended at Council, November 23 and 24, 2010, to delete Clause 4 and replace it with the following:

“4.     That the Town of Markham request the Regional Chair and CEO Bill Fisch convene a meeting with the Minister of Children and Youth Services Laurel Broten on behalf of the York Region Municipalities.”

CARRIED

 

 

2.         VOLUNTEER ICE RINK PROGRAM
            SNOW PLOWING:  GRANDVIEW PARK AND
            BAYVIEW LANE PARK, THORNHILL (6.1)

            Report

 

John Bell, Rob Chillingworth and Brian Forrester made a deputation, requesting approval to use snowplowing equipment on ice rinks. They outlined their concerns and the proposed snow clearing plan, and thanked Councillor Burke for her support.

 

Paul Ingham outlined the staff recommendation and advised that the insurance and legal aspects have been reviewed. The Committee directed staff to pursue volunteer snowplowing by commercial businesses in exchange for promotional considerations.

 

A concern was expressed that using Town resources to clear the snow should not impact windrow assistance being provided to eligible households. The Committee discussed the budget and the cost-sharing proposal. Staff explained that this is similar to other community arrangements, taking Town policies and budget issues into consideration.

 

The Committee discussed policies, options, and service levels in clearing the snow as soon as is reasonable. It was agreed to proceed with the staff recommendation and to direct staff to provide a report at the end of the season, including a review of volunteer business involvement.

 

The Committee thanked the volunteers for their efforts for the community

 

The Committee voted on Clause 3 separately.

 

Moved by Councillor V. Burke

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Deputation by Mr. Rob Chillingworth, Mr. Brian Forrester and Mr. John Bell, Volunteer Ice Rink Co-ordinators for Thornhill be received; and,

 

2)         That the Volunteer Ice Rink Policy be amended to allow use of snow plowing equipment to remove snow from the ice rinks; and,

 

3)         That Council direct staff to negotiate a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Volunteer Ice Rink Groups, in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor, to allow plowing of ice rinks using a combination of Options A and B, as outlined in this report, and that staff be directed to look at alterative options for local snow plowing businesses to volunteer services, provided all necessary requirements are in place; and,

 

4)         That the Town’s contribution towards ice rink snow clearing by contracted services be included in the current ‘ice rink materials’ cost sharing agreement with Volunteer Groups (to an upset limit of $500 per location per year); and,

 

5)         That Option D, snow removal by use of a snow blower not be allowed due to safety issues; and further,

 

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

CARRIED

 

 

3.         2009 AUDIT REVIEW BY KPMG, LLP (7.0)                                                                  

            Presentation    Report    

 

Raj Raman gave an overview of this item, and introduced Kevin Travers of KPMG, LLP.

 

Mr. Travers presented a summary of the audit review and identified items of interest arising from the audit that are important and relevant to the Audit Committee. The Committee discussed issues relating to PowerStream investments and auditing changes. Staff was requested to provide a five-year paving performance evaluation in future reporting.

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu

           

1)                  That the Presentation and Report by Mr. Kevin Travers, Partner, entitled “2009 Audit Review by KPMG, LLP” be received.

CARRIED

 

 


 

IN CAMERA MATTERS (7.0)

 

Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon

 

That, in accordance with Sections 239 (2) (a) of the Municipal Act, General Committee resolve into an in-camera session to discuss the following confidential matter:

 

1)              Advice that is subject to security of the property of the municipality or local board.

 

CARRIED

 

Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon

 

That the Committee rise from the in-camera session (11:16 AM) and report.

 

CARRIED

 

Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

 

That the verbal update and clarification on processes and other issues, from Kevin Travers of KPMG, LLP, be received.

CARRIED

 

 

4.         MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 13 AND 20, 2010                                                     
GENERAL COMMITTEE (16.0)

            September 13     September 20

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)                  That the Minutes of the September 13 and 20, 2010 General Committee be confirmed.

 

CARRIED

 

 


 

5.         MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 15,                                                                             
OCTOBER 27, AND NOVEMBER 17, 2010
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON ACCESSIBILITY (16.0)

            September     October     November

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the September 15, October 27, and November 17, 2010 Advisory Committee on Accessibility be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

6.         MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 15, 2010                                                                    
            ANIMAL CARE COMMITTEE (16.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the September 15, 2010 Animal Care Committee be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

7.         MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 11, 2010                                                                            
BUILDING A CREATIVE MARKHAM
ADVISORY COMMITTEE (16.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the August 11, 2010 Building A Creative Markham Advisory Committee be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 


 

8.         MINUTES OF THE JUNE 10 AND                                                                                  
SEPTEMBER 23, 2010 CYCLING & PEDESTRIAN
ADVISORY COMMITTEE (16.0)

            June     September

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the June 10 and September 23, 2010 Cycling & Pedestrian Advisory Committee be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

9.         MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 16 AND                                                                    
            OCTOBER 14, 2010 ENVIRONMENTAL
            ADVISORY COMMITTEE (16.0)

            September     October

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the September 16 and October 14, 2010 Environmental Advisory Committee be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

10.       MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 7, 2010                                                                      
            EAST MARKHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE
            AND LIBRARY SUB-COMMITTEE (16.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the September 7, 2010 East Markham Community Centre and Library Sub-Committee be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 


 

11.       MINUTES OF THE JULY 8 AND OCTOBER 13, 2010                                                 
            PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE (16.0)

            July     October

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the July 8 and October 13, 2010 Public Art Advisory Committee be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

12.       MINUTES OF THE JUNE 28 AND                                                                                  
SEPTEMBER 27, 2010 PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD (16.0)

            June     September

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the June 28, and September 27, 2010 Public Library Board be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

13.       MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 13 AND                                                                    
            OCTOBER 4, 2010 RACE RELATIONS COMMITTEE (16.0)

            September     October

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the September 13 and October 4, 2010 Race Relations Committee be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 


 

14.       MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 8,                                                                               
OCTOBER 6, 27 AND NOVEMBER 10, 2010
SANTA CLAUS PARADE COMMITTEE (16.0)

            September     October 6     October 27     November

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the September 8, October 6, 27 and November 10, 2010 Santa Claus Parade Committee be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

15.       MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 8, OCTOBER 6                                                       
            AND NOVEMBER 3, 2010 THE FRIENDS OF THE
            MARKHAM MUSEUM FOUNDATION BOARD (16.0)

            September     October     November

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the September 8, October 6, and November 3 2010 The Friends of the Markham Museum Foundation Board be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

16.       MINUTES OF THE JUNE 28 AND                                                                                  
            SEPTEMBER 13, 2010 VARLEY MCKAY ART
            FOUNDATION OF MARKHAM (16.0)

            June     September

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the June 28 and September 13, 2010 Varley McKay Art Foundation of Markham be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 


 

17.       MINUTES OF THE JUNE 30, 2010                                                                                  
            UNIONVILLE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA BOARD (16.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the June 30, 2010 Unionville Business Improvement Area Board be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

18.       MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 14, AND                                                                   
            OCTOBER 12, 2010 SENIORS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (16.0)

            September     October

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

1)         That the Minutes of the September 14 and October 12, 2010 Seniors Advisory Committee be received for information purposes and,

 

2)         That Council consider the following resolution passed at the September 14, 2010 Seniors Advisory Committee:

 

“That the Seniors Advisory Committee strongly recommend that the Town of Markham Council allocate adequate space for seniors at Community Centres; and,

 

That the Town of Markham Council ensure allotted Community Centre space for seniors is at times of the day which permit seniors to fully participate in recreational programs and activities; and,

 

That the Town of Markham Council include proper space for seniors in its plans for new Community Centres and when updating existing Community Centres; and further,

 

That the Seniors Advisory Committee be consulted when allocating Community Centre space to seniors and when designing new spaces for seniors.”

CARRIED

 

 


 

19.       APPOINTMENTS TO ADVISORY                                                                                  
BOARDS/COMMITTEES (16.24)

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Webster

 

Mayor’s Youth Task Force

 

1)         That the following persons be appointed to the Mayor’s Youth Task Force, for the term ending June 30, 2011 (see Note 1):

 

·        Kush Thaker

·        Mark Mercado

 

Seniors Advisory Committee

 

2)         That the resignation of Mr. Tasneem (Taz) Karimjee from the Seniors’ Advisory Committee be received with regret and that a letter of appreciation be forwarded          (see Note 2); and,

 

3)         That the vacancy be filled following the commencement of the new Council; and,

 

Friends of Markham Museum Board

 

4)         That the resignation of Mr. Vince Tortorici from the Friends of Markham Museum Board be received with regret and that a letter of appreciation be forwarded (see Note 3); and,

 

5)         That the vacancy be filled following the commencement of the new Council and,

 

Cycling & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

 

6)         That the resignation of Ms. Sandra McEleney from the Cycling & Pedestrian Advisory Committee be received with regret and that a letter of appreciation be forwarded (see Note 4); and further,

 

7)         That the vacancy be filled following the commencement of the new Council.

CARRIED

 

 


 

20.       STAFF AWARDED CONTRACTS                                                                                  
FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2010 (7.12)

            Report

 

Staff responded to questions from the Committee on the following items:

 

# 175-T-10, Supply and Delivery of 2010 Mailbox Recycling Containers and 2011 Blue Boxes:

A short presentation on the superboxes was requested for a future meeting.

 

# 248-S-10, Standby Electrical Power to 8100 Warden Avenue:

Staff provided more details on the standby power connection.

 

# 052-T-10, Carlton Road Traffic Calming:

A Committee member requested an e-mail with additional information regarding the source of funding to cover the shortfall for this project.

 

# 205-T-10, Construction of Extension to the Varley Art Gallery:

It was noted that this project is under budget.

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu

 

1)         That the report entitled “Staff Awarded Contracts for the Month of September 2010” be received; and,

 

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

CARRIED

 

 


 

21.       STAFF AWARDED CONTRACTS                                                                                  
FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2010 (7.12)

            Report

 

Staff responded to questions from the Committee on the following items:

 

# 229-S-10, Advertising Services for 2011 Markham Economist and Sun and the distribution of Markham Life:

The Committee discussed consolidation of publication and distribution services. It was suggested that the Communications Committee could look into opportunities. It was also noted that delivery in the Thornhill area has not been consistent, and staff was requested to review the numbers and alternatives. Staff are working to resolve this concern.

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu

 

1)         That the report entitled “Staff Awarded Contracts for the Month of October 2010” be received; and,

 

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

CARRIED

 

 

22.       2010 THIRD QUARTER INVESTMENT                                                                        
            PERFORMANCE REVIEW (7.0)

            Report     Attachments

 

The Committee discussed the variables and benefits of investing a pool of small sums versus banking it, and allocation issues. Staff was requested to review this policy.

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Councillor V. Burke

 

1)         That the report dated October 12, 2010 entitled “2010 Third Quarter Investment Performance Review” be received.

CARRIED

 

 


 

23.       SEPTEMBER 2010 YEAR-TO-DATE REVIEW OF                                                       
OPERATIONS AND YEAR-END PROJECTION
AND ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
REQUIREMENTS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO
REGULATION 284/09 (7.0)

            Report     Attachments

 

Moved by Councillor J. Webster

Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero

 

1)         That the report dated December 1, 2010 entitled “September 2010 Year-To-Date Review of Operations and Year-End Projection” be received; and,

 

2)         That the “Additional Financial Disclosure Requirements Pursuant to Ontario Regulation 284/09” be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

24.       WINTER PARKING PILOT PROGRAM (2.17)                                                             

            Report    Appendix A     Appendix B

 

Moved by Regional Councillor J. Virgilio

Seconded by Councillor D. Hamilton

 

1)                  That the report entitled, “Winter Parking Pilot Program” be received; and,

 

2)                  That Council endorse the continuation of the pilot project initiated in 2009 to restrict parking on the “even” numbered side of the street, applicable to all municipal roads, from November 15, 2010  to April 15, 2011; and,

 

3)                  That the education and communications campaign commence as soon as possible; and,

 

4)                  That The Winter Parking Committee report back in Spring 2011, with the results of the pilot project; and

 

5)                  That the funding for the education and communications campaign be provided from the Operations Department operating account 700 998 5801 to an upset limit of $3500; and further,

 

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

CARRIED

 

 


 

25.       INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS-                                                                                   
            OPERATING PLANS & IMPACTS (6.0)

            Report

 

Commissioner Librecz advised that a comprehensive update will be provided at a future meeting, and that all projects are on target to meet deadlines.

 

Colin Service gave a presentation on operating plans and the impacts of infrastructure projects.

Operating and staffing assumptions were reviewed.

 

The Committee noted the excitement generated in the community for the infrastructure projects. Discussions included the integration of Works and Roads Departments resources for some of the operating functions, and sponsorship opportunities to offset operating costs, particularly for the ice rink and tennis facilities.

 

It was noted that the Civic Centre rink catering contract should specify the use of Fair Trade products. With respect to energy costs, staff will track expenditures and consider retrofits for solar energy.

 

Staff provided clarification of programming revenues from the tennis facility, and the free use and capacity of the Civic Centre rink. It was agreed to endorse the proposed operating plan to allow the necessary actions to proceed, and that staff will report back with an update and proposal for the 2011 operating plan. A discussion will be required on savings fund policies.

 

Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by Councillor D. Hamilton

 

1)                  That the report entitled “Infrastructure Projects – Operating Plans & Impacts” be received; and,

 

2)                  That Council support the operating plans set forth; and,

 

3)                  That Staff incorporate the operating impacts of the various Infrastructure Projects in the 2011 Operating Budget submission; and further,

 

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

CARRIED

 

 


 

26.       MARKHAM ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES                                                                    
COMMITTEE, MINUTES, NOVEMBER 3, 2010                                                         
AND FALL FUNDING CYCLE 2010                                                                               
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION (16.0)

            Minutes    Memo     Report

 

Councillor J. Webster disclosed an interest with respect to Item # 26, Clause 9, regarding Community Gardens, by nature of being involved in his own community garden, and did not take part in the discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matters.

 

Staff confirmed that provision of signage promoting Markham’s funding support is a requirement of the approvals for most of the projects.

 

The Committee commented on the exciting projects coming forward, and thanked staff and the Chair for their work with the Markham Environmental Issues Committee.

 

Moved by Regional Councillor J. Virgilio

Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu

 

1)                That the Minutes of the Markham Environmental Issues Committee meeting, dated November 3, 2010, be received for information purposes; and,

 

2)                That the Fall Funding Cycle 2010 Supplementary Information Memo, dated November 15, 2010, be received; and,

 

3)           That the application by Dr. Jose Etcheverry, York University, for a Sustainable Energy Initiative be approved, to a maximum of $5,330.00, subject to York University executing an agreement with the Town, in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor, confirming the Town’s ownership of the Sun Eye Analysis device; and,

 

4)                That the Commissioner of Community and Fire Services be authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the Town, with Dr, Jose Etcheverry and York University; and,

 

5)                That the funding application by David Suzuki Public School, for $2,040 for an outdoor classroom, be approved, subject to final review and approval of a site plan and species selection by Parks staff; and,

 

6)                That the application by James Robinson Public School, for $5,000 for an organic waste recycling project, be approved, subject to working with Town of Markham Waste Management staff; and,

 

7)                That the funding application by David Merriman, Facilities Coordinator, for $33,285 for a Green Spin Studio, be approved, including signage costs; and,

 

8)                That the application by Vicky McGrath, Sustainability Office, for a school demonstration garden at Baythorn P.S., be approved in the amount of $1,816 subject to the consent of the school board; and,

 

9)            That the request for Town funding of a community garden on a private condominium property at Stately Way, York Condominium Corporation No. 34, including programming and communications programs, be approved in the amount of $3,116 subject to securing condominium board approval to the satisfaction of the Town Solicitor; and,

 

10)        That the Sustainability Office staff take all necessary steps, prior to release of funding for a school demonstration garden at Baythorn P.S. and a community garden at York Condominium Corporation No. 34,  to ensure all necessary approvals are secured and soil testing has been taken; and,

 

11)        That the funding application received from Alex Moore, Purchasing, to extend the contract for a part-time person until the end of March, 2011, to complete the Green Purchasing Guide be approved to a maximum amount of $15,000; and further,

 

12)       That the Markham Trees For Tomorrow Fund Application request by 10,000 Trees for the Rouge, for $8,100, to conduct a series of fall tree plantings to restore 3 acres of floodplain along the north bank of the Little Rouge River to enhance the biological diversity and increase the effective riparian buffer along a 500+ m reach of this sensitive watershed area, be approved.

CARRIED

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

Committee adjourned at 12:47 p.m.

 

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