Development Services Committee Minutes
May 24, 2016, 9:00
AM to 3:00 PM
Council Chamber
All
Members of Council
Development
Services Economic
Development
Chair: Regional Councillor Jim
Jones Chair: Councillor Alex Chiu
Vice-Chair: Councillor Don Hamilton Vice-Chair:
Councillor Alan Ho
Transportation Issues
Chair: Regional Councillor Joe Li
Vice-Chair: Regional Councillor Nirmala
Armstrong
Attendance
Councillor Alex Chiu
Regrets
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Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative
Officer
Jim Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services
Alan Brown, Director of Engineering
Catherine Conrad, City Solicitor
George Duncan, Senior Heritage
Planner
Scott Heaslip, Senior Project
Coordinator
Biju Karumanchery, Director of
Planning and Urban Design
Brian Lee, Deputy Director of
Engineering
Peter Wokral, Heritage Planner
Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee Coordinator
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The Development Services
Committee convened at the hour of 9:07 a.m. in the Council Chamber with Councillor
Don Hamilton in the Chair. Regional
Councillor Joe Li
assumed the Chair for Transportation items, Nos. 14, 15, 16, 17.
The Committee recessed from 12:18 p.m. to 1:12 p.m.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None Declared
City of Markham Staff:
Robert Cinq-Mars, Survey Crew Leader,
Asset Management, 40 years
Matthew Miller, GIS Analyst 1, Information
Technology Services, 15 years
Jason Tsien, Community Manager, Recreation
Services, 10 years
Maria Cufre, Customer Service
Representative, Recreation Services, 10 years
Stephen Corr, Planner II, Planning &
Urban Design, 10 years
Jeannette Morrison, Building Inspector II,
Building Standards, 10 years
Rob Bassie, Maintenance Assistant, Asset
Management, 10 years
Heather Kazan, Pool Supervisor, Recreation
Services, 5 years
Carissa Boyko, Provincial Offences Officer
I, Legislative Services, 5 years
Matthew Wright, Visitor Service
Coordinator, Culture, 5 years
Kristen Levy, Community Program
Co-ordinator, Recreation Services, 5 years
Sridhar Lam, Process Management
Coordinator, Development Services
Commissioner's
Office, 5 years
Stephen Dearborn, Asset Management
Technician, Asset Management, 5 years
Sally Campbell, Manager, Planning &
Urban Design, 5 years
Richard Ehrlund, Provincial Offences
Officer II, Legislative Services, 5 years
Ivan Kholodkov, Provincial Offences
Officer II, Legislative Services, 5 years
Gary Feng, Provincial Offences Officer II,
Legislative Services, 5 years
2. DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
- May 9, 2016 (10.0)
Minutes
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That the
minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting held May 9, 2016, be
confirmed.
CARRIED
3. HERITAGE
MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- May 11, 2016 (16.11)
Minutes
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That the minutes of the
Heritage Markham Committee meeting held May 11, 2016, be received for
information purposes.
CARRIED
4. THORNHILL
SUB-COMMITTEE MINUTES
(SECTION 37 - GRANDVIEW PARK)
- May 3, 2016 (10.0)
Minutes
The Committee requested clarification of Mr.
Mashregi’s presentation, and referred the minutes back to staff.
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Councillor Alex Chiu
That the minutes of the Thornhill Sub-Committee
(Section 37 - Grandview Park) meeting held May 3, 2016, be referred
back to staff for clarification.
CARRIED
5. MAIN
STREET MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- March 16, 2016 (16.0)
Minutes
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That the minutes of the Main
Street Markham Committee meeting held March 16, 2016, be received for
information purposes.
CARRIED
6. PRELIMINARY REPORT
APPLICATION BY GENNARO BRUNO
FOR ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
TO FACILITATE THE SEVERANCE OF
22 AND 24 RIVER BEND ROAD TO
CREATE
TWO ADDITIONAL BUILDING LOTS
FILE NO: ZA 15 244809 (10.5)
Report
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
1) That the report dated May 24, 2016 titled “PRELIMINARY
REPORT, Application by Gennaro Bruno for Zoning By-law Amendment to facilitate
the severance of 22 and 24 River Bend Road to create two additional building
lots”, be received; and,
2) That a Public Meeting be held to
consider the application.
CARRIED
7. PRELIMINARY REPORT
APPLICATIONS FOR A DRAFT PLAN
OF SUBDIVISION
AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT BY
1696913 ONTARIO INC. TO
FACILITATE THE
CREATION OF 25 SINGLE DETACHED
LOTS AND
1 PART LOT FOR THE SUBJECT
PROPERTY KNOWN
LEGALLY AS BLOCK 79, PLAN
65M-4033
FILE NO’S.: SU/ZA 16 177627
(10.7, 10.5)
Report
Sandra Wiles, agent for the
applicant, provided a written submission and reviewed the proposal. Ms. Wiles
explained that applications for the adjacent lands to the south remain to be
submitted and although it would be advantageous
for both developments to proceed concurrently, they are requesting that the
Public Meeting for this application not be delayed.
Staff are seeking
authorization to hold a Public Meeting at this time, and advise that the
southerly property could proceed in an integrated manner with the subject lands
if an application is received in time. Staff’s preference is to hold one Public
Meeting for both sites.
Discussions included the
overall size of the property and coordination of adjacent developments. Ms.
Wiles displayed concept plans to indicate the size of the subject development,
proposed lot sizes and road widths; and concept plans for the lands to the
south submitted by KLM Planning, indicating the street network.
Arthur Ren, of Pantheon Group,
representing the developer of the lands to the south, submitted correspondence
from KLM Planning, and stated that they will continue to work with the subject
developer in a coordinated manner.
Seconded by: Regional
Councillor Nirmala Armstrong
1) That correspondence from Sandra Wiles, on behalf of 1696913
Ontario Inc., and from KLM Planning on behalf of Pantheon Group, regarding
applications by 1696913 Ontario Inc., be received; and,
2) That deputations by Sandra Wiles, representing 1696913
Ontario Inc., and Arthur Ren of Pantheon Group representing the developer of the lands to the
south regarding applications by 1696913 Ontario
Inc., be received; and,
3) That the report dated May 24, 2016 titled “PRELIMINARY
REPORT, Applications for a Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law
Amendment by 1696913 Ontario Inc. to facilitate the creation of 25 single
detached lots and 1 part lot for the subject property known legally as Block
79, Plan 65M-4033”, be received; and,
4) That staff be authorized to hold a Public Meeting to
consider the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law amendment
applications; and,
5) That, if possible, the
Public Meetings for both the subject and southerly developments be held concurrently;
and further,
6) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
8. PRELIMINARY REPORT
P.A.R.C.E.L. INC.
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION TO
PERMIT A MEDICAL OFFICE AND PHARMACY
ON A TEMPORARY BASIS AT
28 LANGSTAFF ROAD EAST
FILE NO. ZA 15 156923 (10.5)
Report
The Committee discussed the
next steps after a temporary by-law expires, and noted that this business has
been operating in contravention of the Zoning By-law for a while. Staff were
requested to hold the Public Meeting at the earliest opportunity.
Moved by: Regional Councillor
Nirmala Armstrong
Seconded by: Councillor Karen
Rea
1) That the report titled “Preliminary Report, P.A.R.C.E.L.
Inc., Zoning By-law Amendment Application to permit a medical office and
pharmacy on a temporary basis at 28 Langstaff Road East, File No. ZA 15 156923”
dated May 24, 2016, be received; and,
2) That a Public Meeting be held to consider the Zoning By-law
Amendment application to permit a medical office and pharmacy on the subject
lands; and further,
3) That Staff be
authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this
resolution.
CARRIED
9. PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO
PROVINCIAL PLANS (10.0)
Memo
The Committee expressed concern
with the time frame for commenting to the province, and directed staff to
request an extension. Staff clarified several points in the report, confirming
that the Region is now planning an increase in intensification by 2041, from
40% to 60%.
The Committee requested that
the staff report address an agreement for green space with regards to Rouge
National Urban Park.
It was noted that during
discussions the Province referred to certain modifications specifically to
address concerns raised by Markham related to uncoupling of the ‘persons per
hectare’ requirements and that staff request clarification from the Ministry
regarding this matter.
Discussions included
intensification efforts and impacts in Markham. It was requested that time be
set aside at a Development Services Committee meeting in September for an
in-depth review of the implications. A bus tour or individual walk-abouts were
suggested to better understand the impacts of intensification – what works and
what doesn’t.
Moved by: Councillor Karen Rea
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack
Heath
1) That the memorandum entitled “Proposed Amendments to
Provincial Plans” dated May 24, 2016 be received; and,
2) That
the City requests that the province extend the commenting deadline for 30 days;
and further,
3) That
staff arrange a bus tour for Council Members to better understand
intensification impacts.
CARRIED
10. RECOMMENDATION REPORT
SCARDRED 7 COMPANY LIMITED –
2124123 ONTARIO LIMITED
3940 HIGHWAY 7 (NORTH SIDE,
WEST OF VILLAGE PARKWAY)
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN
AND ZONING BY-LAW
AMENDMENTS TO PERMIT A
TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT
FILE NOS.: OP/ZA 15 128977 (10.3, 10.5)
Applicant
Presentation Report Communications
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services,
provided an overview of the OMB negotiated settlement for this development, in
2013. Staff are recommending that the current ‘down zoning’ proposal not be
supported as it is not in keeping with policy objectives for the Highway 7
intensification corridor. This is consistent with recommendations for similar
proposals in the area.
Jeffrey Streisfield, representing the applicant, noted
the correct name of the applicant as 2124123 Ontario Limited. Mr. Steisfield
reviewed the application status and the revised proposal, requesting approval.
He noted that a density of 80 persons per hectare will be achieved.
The Committee discussed the proposed 5-storey
townhouses, intensification, the site plan, Section 37 commitment, and other
area developments that are proposing density transfers. The OMB has approved 228 units comprising of
a maximum of 19 townhouses and 209 apartments, and the revised proposal is for
47 townhouses and no apartments.
David McBeth spoke in support of the staff
recommendation, in the interest of maintaining consistent height with adjacent
developments.
A motion to approve the application was LOST.
1) That the written
submission from Ken Wrightman regarding the application by Scardred 7 Company
Limited / 2124123 Ontario Limited, 3940 Highway 7, be received; and,
2) That the presentation by
Jeffrey Streisfield, representing the applicant, 2124123 Ontario Limited,
regarding Scardred 7 Company Limited / 2124123 Ontario Limited, 3940 Highway 7,
be received; and,
3) That the deputation by
David McBeth regarding Scardred 7 Company Limited / 2124123 Ontario Limited,
3940 Highway 7, be received; and,
4) That the staff report dated May 24, 2016, titled
“RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Scardred 7 Company Limited, 3940 Highway 7 (north side,
west of Village Parkway), Applications for Official Plan and zoning by-law
amendments to permit a townhouse development,” be received; and,
5) That the applications be denied; and further,
6) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
11. RECOMMENDATION REPORT
1820266 ONTARIO INC. (TIMES
GROUP INC.)
BLOCK 3, PLAN 65M-4464
4002/4022 HIGHWAY 7
NORTH-EAST CORNER OF HIGHWAY 7
AND VILLAGE PARKWAY
APPLICATION FOR SITE PLAN
APPROVAL
FOR A TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT
FILE NO.: SC 15 161056 (10.6)
Report
Jim Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services reviewed this development and introduced the site plan
application.
Lincoln Lo of Malone Given
Parsons, representing the applicant, supported the staff recommendation and
displayed elevations and provided additional details.
Moved by: Regional Councillor
Nirmala Armstrong
1) That the staff report dated May 24,
2016, titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT,
1820266 Ontario Inc. (Times Group Inc.), Block 3, Plan 65M-4464, 4002/4022
Highway 7, north-east corner of Highway 7 and Village Parkway, Application for
site plan approval for a townhouse development,” be received; and,
2) That the application be
endorsed, in principle; and,
3) That site plan
approval be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or his
designate, to be issued (Site Plan Approval is issued only when the Director or
his designate has signed the site plan “approved”) when the following
conditions have been met:
· The Owner has entered into a site plan agreement with the City and
the Region of York containing all standard and special provisions and
requirements of the City and public agencies and the provisions outlined in
Appendix ‘A’.
· The holding provision has been removed from the zoning of the lands
in accordance with the provisions of the by-law; and,
4) That the Owner
provide the City with the required payment of 60% planning processing fees in
accordance with the City’s applicable Fee By-law; and,
5) That Council
authorize servicing allocation for 53 townhouse units (152 persons); and,
6) That site plan
endorsement shall lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of
endorsement in the event that the site plan agreement is not executed within
that period; and further,
7) That staff be authorized and directed
to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
12. REQUEST TO DEMOLISH
SINGLE DETACHED DWELLING
DEMOLITION PERMIT DP 16 115753
38 JOHN STREET
THORNHILL HERITAGE
CONSERVATION DISTRICT (16.11)
Report
Marion Matthias spoke in opposition to the demolition
request with respect to the impact on the Thornhill core, and noted the
Heritage Markham Committee’s opposition to the demolition.
Ken Webster spoke in opposition to the demolition request
with respect to the proposed concept plans for the replacement dwelling, and
referred to discussions at Heritage Markham.
Barry Nelson, representing the Executive of the
Society for Preservation of Historic Thornhill (SPOHT) gave a PowerPoint presentation
to identify the Society and its goals, heritage development policies and
examples in Thornhill, and a streetscape including 38 John Street.
Diane Berwick spoke in opposition to demolition in the
Thornhill core area.
Anthony Farr spoke in opposition to the demolition
request, and in support of the Heritage Markham Committee recommendation to
deny the application.
Olana Alcock spoke in opposition to the demolition
request and in support of preserving the heritage centre of Thornhill.
Staff responded to comments regarding the Class C
building which is a modern house with no historical value, and is not a
heritage building. Staff have researched the building and determined that it is
a Group 3 building, the least of heritage significance. Although the policies
encourage improving the building, the owner does not wish to do so, and has
indicated to staff through his agent that revised house plans would not be
prepared until the issue of demolition has been settled.
Some Committee members supported denial of the
demolition permit for several reasons: the Ward Councillor has not been
consulted; the existing dwelling tells a story in the small, sensitive heritage
core; there are other opportunities for developers to demolish and rebuild; this
could set a precedent for the area; the character of the community could be
lost; this is an area that the community cherishes; ‘modern’ emerging heritage
is just as valuable as older heritage buildings; and, the existing structure
could be remodeled and added to, similar to other examples in the community. Comments
were also made regarding concern for the size of the proposed replacement building,
and in opposition to any minor variances that may be required.
Some Committee members supported approval of the demolition
permit, stating that many heritage style houses have been successfully built,
and a spectacular replacement house could be achieved if the applicant worked
with their designer and staff; and that the dwelling has no heritage
significance.
Staff explained that the staff recommendation differs
from the Heritage Markham Committee recommendation, as staff have determined that
the building does not have significant heritage value and the owner was not
interested in an addition instead; however, staff are recommending that
demolition be conditional on receiving site plan approval for a new house, in appropriate
style, materials, size and scale. It was confirmed that Heritage Markham
received the same report information presented today. It was noted that Heritage
Markham recommended that the first 20 feet of the existing dwelling remain as a
distinct component in any proposed renovation and addition.
Staff provided clarification on potential appeal to
the OMB, and noted the 90-day decision timeframe. Staff were requested to
contact the applicant with respect to consenting to extend the deadline to
allow them to submit revised house plans.
The Committee consented to go in-camera to receive
Solicitor-Client advice.
Seconded by: Councillor Valerie Burke
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal
Act, Development Services Committee resolve into an in-camera session to
discuss the following confidential matters:
(1) ADVICE
THAT IS SUBJECT TO SOLICITOR-CLIENT PRIVILEGE, INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS
NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE
[Section 239 (2) (f)]
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That the
Development Services Committee rise from the in-camera session at 2:42 PM.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
1)
That the
written submissions from Ken Webster, Rob Armstrong, Diane Berwick, and A.
Farr, regarding Demolition Permit for 38
John Street, Thornhill, be received; and,
2)
That the
deputations by Marion Matthias, Ken Webster, Barry Nelson, representing the
Executive of the Society for Preservation of Historic Thornhill (SPOHT), Diane
Berwick, Anthony Farr, and Olana Alcock, regarding Demolition Permit for 38
John Street, Thornhill, be received; and,
3) That the report entitled “Request to Demolish Single
Detached Dwelling, Demolition Permit DP 16 115753, 38 John Street, Thornhill
Heritage Conservation District”, dated May 24, 2016, be received; and,
4) That Council does not
support the demolition but is prepared to consider an application that
incorporates the first 20 feet of the existing dwelling as a distinct component
and an addition that complies with the polices and guidelines of the Thornhill
Heritage District Plan; and further,
5) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
13. REVISION TO THE GUIDELINES FOR THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 37
BENEFITS (10.0)
Report
This matter was referred from the May 17th, 2016 Council
meeting for further information and discussion. Committee
members were satisfied with the information received.
Moved by: Councillor
Karen Rea
Seconded by: Councillor
Valerie Burke
1) That the report entitled “Revision to
the Guidelines for the Implementation of Section 37 Benefits” be received; and,
2) That the Guidelines for the
Implementation of Section 37 Benefits be amended to allow for the collection of
Section 37 contributions through the approval of developments under four
storeys in height, for the sole purpose of funding public art; and further,
3) That Staff be authorized and directed
to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
14. MARKHAM CENTRE JOINT
MOBILITY HUB STUDY (5.10)
Report
Alan Brown gave a brief overview on this matter and
explained the recommendation. The Committee requested an introduction to the
consultant and an update early in the process to allow for comments. Staff
confirmed that Regional Councillor Jim Jones has been briefed on this matter
and has indicated support.
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the May 24, 2016 Report entitled “Markham Centre Joint
Mobility Hub Study” be received; and,
2) That the Markham Centre Joint Mobility Hub Study (Phase 1),
to be led by Metrolinx, be endorsed; and,
3) That staff be authorized to finalize the Phase 1 Study Terms
of Reference, and cost sharing with Metrolinx; and,
4) That the CAO and Commissioner of Development Services be
authorized to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Metrolinx and York
Region Rapid Transit Corporation/York Region for the Markham Centre Joint
Mobility Hub Study Phase 1 and cost sharing; and,
5) That Markham’s share of the Phase 1 Mobility Hub Study at
$71,232 (inclusive of HST) be finalized by the Commissioner of Development
Services and funded under the Planning Capital Account # 640-101- 5699-10577
(Mobility Hub Study); and,
6) That the consulting assignment and purchase orders PD11314
and PD11315 for Arup Canada Inc. for the Mobility Hub Study be closed; and,
7) That staff be authorized to retain on a
sole source basis an architect to a maximum amount of $101,760 (inclusive of
HST Impact) in accordance with the Purchasing By-Law 2004-341, Part II, Section
7 Non Competitive Procurement Item: Item (h) where it is necessary or in the
best interests of the City to acquire non-standard items or Consulting and
Professional Services from a preferred supplier or from a supplier who has a
proven track record with the City in terms of pricing, quality and service and
funded from the Planning Capital Account # 640-101- 5699-10577 (Mobility Hub
Study); and,
8) That a $50,880 (inclusive of HST Impact) allowance for the
Transportation and Servicing analysis be provided and funded from Account #
640-101-5699-10577, as part of the Phase 1 Study; and,
9) That a 10% contingency
be established in the amount of $22,387.20 (inclusive of HST), to cover any
additional costs related to the Joint Study, Architect Fee Allowance and
Transportation & Servicing Studies, funded from Planning Capital Account
#640-101-5699-10577 (Mobility Hub Study); and,
10) That a Staff Recovery in
the amount of $9,000 be funded from Planning Capital Account
#640-101-5699-10577 (Mobility Hub Study); and,
11) That staff update Council throughout the
study process; and further,
12) That staff be authorized and directed to
do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
15. BOX GROVE COMMUNITY
INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS
(6.3)
Report
Nimisha Patel representing the Box Grove Community
Association, made a deputation and read letters from Tom Farrar and Angelica
Gutierrez regarding concerns for the Box Grove Community Infrastructure
Improvements, and requested deferral of this matter for consultation with the
residents. Ms. Patel commented on the need for parks in the north end of Box
Grove.
Staff provided clarification on the budget and
discussions with the residents. It was noted that consensus could not be
achieved on proposed sewer improvements, and staff suggested further public
consultation could be held to determine how the funds are to be spent. Ms.
Patel supported a meeting with residents prior to this matter returning to the
Committee.
The Committee requested a break-down on costs for
street lighting and other proposals.
Seconded by: Councillor
Logan Kanapathi
1)
That the deputation
by Nimisha Patel, Box Grove Community Association, regarding the Box Grove
Community Infrastructure Improvements, be received; and,
2)
That
correspondence from Tom Farrar, Kevin Wong, Nimisha Patel, Angelica Gutierrez,
and Ricky Tsui, regarding the Box Grove Community Infrastructure Improvements,
be received; and further,
3)
That the Box
Grove Community Infrastructure Improvements be deferred to a Development
Services Committee meeting in June, 2016, to allow a community meeting on this
matter.
CARRIED
16. WHISTLE CESSATION ON STOUFFVILLE GO LINE
– PROGRESS UPDATE (5.12)
Report
The Committee commented on the significant progress on
this matter.
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala
Armstrong
1) That the May 24, 2016 report “Whistle
Cessation on Stouffville Go Line – Progress Update” be received; and,
2) That York Region be requested to
implement a 24-hour anti-whistling by-law for their 6 Regional road grade
crossings on the Stouffville GO Line from Kennedy Road (South) to Major
Mackenzie Drive East; and,
3) That York Region be requested to budget
$2.20M in their 2017 budget year for their assessed cost of crossing upgrades
for anti-whistling on the Stouffville Line, and,
4) That Metrolinx be requested to budget $1.94M
in their 2017 budget year for their share of grade crossing upgrades on the
Stouffville Line; and,
5) That Staff provide a further progress
update in Fall 2016; and further,
6) That Staff be authorized and directed
to do all things to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
17. NINTH LINE TRUCK RESTRICTION (5.10)
Presentation
Brian Titherington, Director,
Roads and Traffic Operations, Region of York, gave a presentation entitled
"Ninth Line Truck Restriction". The presentation provided background
and context on this issue, and the Region’s assessment and conclusion. In
September 2015, Regional Council adopted the following:
1. A truck restriction not be implemented on Ninth
Line between Highway 7 and Highway 407;
2. The existing truck restriction on Ninth Line
between 16th Avenue and Highway 7 be rescinded;
3. The existing “Truck Route” signs on Donald
Cousens Parkway be removed.
In addition, future
improvements to the left turn lane Ninth Line at Fincham Avenue and Ninth Line
at White’s Hill Road were outlined.
The Committee discussed noise
barriers, enforcement of restrictions, and the accident rate at Tiers Gate,
which does not warrant improvements. There were lengthy discussions on regional
policies and the consultation process, and the intended purpose of the Donald
Cousens Parkway to divert all traffic from Main Street Markham, not just truck
traffic. When truck route signs are removed, it means the burden of track
traffic is shared with all roads.
Seconded by: Councillor Colin
Campbell
1) That the
written submissions from Eira Keay, Norm and Dianne Pemberton, Jamie Taylor, Joanne
Jackson, and Phil Diamond, regarding Ninth Line Truck Restrictions, be
received; and,
2) That the presentation
provided by Brian Titherington, Director, Roads and Traffic Operations, Region
of York entitled "Ninth Line Truck Restriction" be received; and,
3) That the truck ban from Highway 7 and 16th Avenue be
re-instated and the section of Ninth Line between Highway 7 and Highway 407
also include a truck ban; and,
4) That any signs that have
been removed stating truck route be re-installed; and,
5) That any future development along Donald Cousens Parkway require that
developers include a clause of caution
of possible noise and heavy volume of traffic in their purchase agreements;
and,
6) That the Markham’s Regional Councillors bring this back to the region
and support the truck ban on Ninth Line and re-iterate that the Donald Cousens
Parkway is Markham’s by-pass, and it
should be used for what it was intended for.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services
Committee meeting adjourned at 4:20 PM.
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