2001-09-11 - 7:00 p.m.

COUNCIL MINUTES                           Council Chamber, Civic Centre

 

(Canada Room)

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

 

ROLL CALL

Mayor D. Cousens, Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti, Regional Councillor G. Landon, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor E. Shapero, Councillor J. Virgilio (5:10 p.m.), Councillor G. McKelvey, Councillor J. Heath, Councillor D. Horchik, Councillor A. Chiu. (12)

 

Moved by Regional Councillor G. Landon

Seconded by Regional Councillor T. Wong

 

That Council resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole to discuss the following:

 

(1)        Angus Glen Community Centre

(2)        Personnel Matter

(3)        Property Matter

 

CARRIED

 

 

 

The Regular Meeting of Council was held on September 11, 2001 at 7:02 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 G. Landon, Regional Councillor T. Wong, Regional Councillor B. O'Donnell, Councillor S. Daurio, Councillor E. Shapero, Councillor J. Virgilio, Councillor G. McKelvey, Councillor J. Heath, Councillor D. Horchik, Councillor K. Usman (7:40 p.m.), Councillor A. Chiu. (13)

 

 

STAFF

J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer

R. Robinson, Town Solicitor

A. Wolfe, Commissioner of Community Services

A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services

M.F. Turner, Commissioner of Development Services

B. Nanninga, Executive Assistant

J. Sales, Fire Chief

S. Birrell, Town Clerk

B. Cribbett, Treasurer

J. Kee, Committee Clerk

 

 

1.         DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

 

Councillor J. Virgilio disclosed an interest with respect to the Committee of the Whole Item respecting St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 15 Church Lane, Thornhill, by nature of representing the intended purchaser of the property, and did not take part in the consideration or discussion of or vote on the question of the approval of such matter.

 

 

 

2.         REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

 

Moved by Regional Councillor G. Landon

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)        ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY
            FOR PARK PURPOSES AT ST. VLADIMIR'S
            UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
            15 CHURCH LANE THORNHILL (8.7)

 

That staff continue negotiations to acquire land from St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Catholic Church for use as parkland.

 

 

(2)        ANGUS GLEN COMMUNITY CENTRE AND LIBRARY (6.6)

 

That the presentations by the Commissioner of Community Services, Director of Corporate Communications and Culture, Mr. David Field, Project Manager, Cansult Hanscomb Projects Inc., and Mr. D'Arcy Arthurs and Mr. Terry Fitsialos of Shore Tilbe Irwin & Partners/Stafford Haensli, Architects, with respect to the Angus Glen Community Centre, be received.

 

 

(3)        PERSONNEL MATTER (11.0)

 

That Council accept the notice of retirement of Alan Wolfe, Commissioner of Community Services, with his last working day as September 28, 2001;

 

And That Alan Wolfe be retained as a consultant on contract for a period of two years to offset the need for consultants on various projects, including but not limited to, the Riviera Road Fire Station, the McCowan GO Station, completion of the Action Plan to improve Community Use of the Art Gallery, completion of revision to Gallery vision and strategic plan, completion of Museum Capital Projects, development of an up-to-date site plan for the Museum  and completion of the East Yard Feasibility Study and associated staffing study;

 

And That Jim Sales be appointed Commissioner of Community Services;

 

And That the Fire Department be moved back to the Community Services Commission from the Chief Administrative Officer's Commission.

 

CARRIED

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon

 

That the report of the Committee of the Whole be adopted, approved and confirmed.

 

CARRIED

 

 

 

3.         MINUTES

 

(1)        COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 28, 2001

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon

 

That the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on August 28, 2001, be adopted.

CARRIED

 

 

 

4.         PRESENTATIONS

 

(1)        MARKHAM RACE RELATIONS COMMITTEE
            - MANY FACES OF MARKHAM ART WORK PRESENTATION (12.2.6)

 

Mr. Rick Evans, Chair of the Markham Race Relations Committee recognized Calvin Hung for the artwork that he had produced for the Many Faces of Markham, and the Mayor, on behalf of Council, presented Calvin with a framed certificate of recognition.

 

 

(2)        UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN - CHEQUE PRESENTATION
            ALEX CHIU GOLF TOURNAMENT (12.2.6)

 

Mrs. Alicia Chiu, Mrs. Sue Bautista and Mrs. Myrna De Leon presented a cheque in the amount of $3,275.00 representing the proceeds from the Alex Chiu Golf Tournament to be part of the Town of Markham United Way Campaign.

 

 

(3)        STAFF ACKNOWLEDGMENT
            'WE CARE' PROGRAM (12.2.6)

 

The Mayor, on behalf of Council, recognized Jim Hurley and Michael Moretti of Street Services Department for their participation in the 'We Care' Program of the Town of Markham with certificates of recognition.  Mrs. Dulcie Clark was in attendance and praised both for their "quick thinking and kindness" when they had come to her assistance on the morning of July 30, 2001.

 

 

(4)        CHILDREN'S AID FOUNDATION OF YORK REGION
PRESENTATION (12.2.6)

 

Mr. Peter Weston, President of Children's Aid Foundation and Ms. Myra Hurst, Executive Director, were in attendance and outlined the services provided by the Foundation. Council was advised that the Foundation raises funds to support programs and services for children and youth from economically or socially disadvantaged families, making a positive difference to many children throughout York Region.

 

 

(5)        MARKHAM MUSEUM BOARD  TED SCAYSBROOK
MEMORIAL AWARD - MR. JOHN GRANT (12.2.6)

 

Mr. John Grant was presented with the Ted Scaysbrook Memorial Award for his volunteer work and outstanding commitment to the Markham Museum during the year 2000.  A plaque will be displayed at the Markham Museum.

 

 

5(a)      REPORT NO. 57 - FINANCE & ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE

 

Council consented to separate Clause 2.

 

Moved by Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by Councillor J. Heath

 

That Report No. 57 - Finance & Administrative Committee be received and adopted.

 

September 4, 2001

 

(1)        BUTTONVILLE AIRPORT COMMUNITY COMMITTEE (5.15.1)

 

That the minutes of the June 13, 2001 and June 20, 2001 meetings of the Buttonville Airport Community Committee be received;

 

And that the Town support the activities of the Buttonville Airport Community Committee by hosting information about the airport and the Committee on the Town's website.

 

 

(2)        ENGAGE 21ST CENTURY MARKHAM: STRATEGIC
            PLANNING PROCESS UPDATE (12.0)

 

That the minutes of the July 20, 2001 meeting of the Strategic Planning Committee be received;

 

And that the Schedule of Events be posted and promoted for the information of the Town and its stakeholders.

CARRIED

 

 

(3)        MOBILITY TAXIS (2.23)

 

That By-law No. 2001-40, 'A By-law for Licensing, Regulating and Governing Owners and Drivers of Taxicabs and Taxicab Brokers' be amended to provide for five additional plates to be leased to the successful bidder for the provision of taxi services for persons with disabilities; said approval being subject to the Town entering into an agreement, in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor, with the Contractor for the provision of taxi services for persons with disabilities

• Lease amount of $500 per plate per month payable by the Contractor;
• Drivers shall not be required to pay a monthly fee to the Contractor;
• Plates shall not be transferable; and
• Up-to-date information on taxi drivers shall be made available to the Town;

 

And that this be approved as a pilot project and that the response times be reviewed at the end of one year and, subject to success in reducing the response time, the program be implemented on a permanent basis at that time.

 

 

(4)        MARKHAVEN BUILDING FUND CAMPAIGN (12.2.6)

 

That approval be given to purchase a corporate table at the 2nd Annual Markhaven Gala to be held at the Crystal Fountain Banquet Hall on Thursday, October 4, 2001 at a cost of $3,000 for a table of 10, a half page ad in the program book as well as a listing in the program book, such cost to be charged to Mayor's Account No. 840-8415840.

 

 

(5)        OTHER COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS
            - MINUTES OF FINANCE & ADMINISTRATIVE
            COMMITTEE MEETING – SEPTEMBER 4, 2001 (16.0)

 

That the Finance & Administrative Committee minutes dated September 4, 2001 be received.

 

CARRIED

 

 

 

5(b)      REPORT NO. 58- COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE

 

Council consented to separate Clauses 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Councillor K. Usman

 

That Report No. 58 - Community Services Committee be received and adopted.

 

September 4, 2001

 

(1)        APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE MAYOR'S
YOUTH TASK FORCE FOR THE TERM
SEPTEMBER 1, 2001 TO JUNE 30, 2002 (16.21 & 16.24)

 

That the following appointments to the Mayor's Youth Task Force be confirmed for the term September 1, 2001 to June 30, 2002:

 

LEGEND:        R - Returning

 

Markham

R Winnie Chan                        High School

R Karen Chu                           High School

R William Snowball                 High School

R Tom Carter                          High School

R Laura Tulley             High School

                        Nicolas Rousseau                     Elementary

                        Kyle Hocking               Elementary

 

Unionville

R Aaron Buckstein                  High School

R Jimmy Carleton                    High School

R Shazeen Bandukwala           High School

     Natalie Robyn Sie                Elementary

 

Milliken

R Poonam Raina                      High School

R Amanda James                     High School

R Jassi Saluja                          High School

    Shayna MacDonald              High School

    Nicky Sidhu                         High School

    Nitu Singh                            High School

    Sindy Ng                              Elementary

    Namratha Sadarangani          Elementary

    Pameela Bisram                    Elementary

 

Thornhill

R Sarah Bleiwas                      High School

R Sanam Nader                       High School

R Tcheka Nedamat                 High School

     Benjy Bigio              Elementary

 

 

(2)        APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO INFORMATION
MARKHAM BOARD AND MARKHAM MOBILITY
FOUNDATION - 2001-2002 (16.21 & 16.24)

 

That the following appointments to Information Markham and the Markham Mobility Foundation, be confirmed:

 

INFORMATION MARKHAM                     Exists to deliver quality information and volunteer

                                                                       centre services that will enhance community life

                                                                       and promote Markham and surrounding areas

                                                                       Comprised of ten members of the public and two

                                                                       Members of Council.  Term is from June to May.

 

2001-2002 Appointments:                              Catherine Biss                May 31, 2002

                                                                       Sam Bowman                May 31, 2002

                                                                       Peter Miller                    May 31, 2002

                                                                       David Harper                 May 31, 2002

                                                                       Mark Atikian                 May 31, 2002

                                                                       Audrey Daga                 May 31, 2002

                                                                       Barry Dales                    May 31, 2002

                                                                       Elizabeth McEwan         May 31, 2002

                                                                       Art Moad                      May 31, 2002

                                                                       Priscilla Rushton             May 31, 2002

 

MARKHAM MOBILITY FOUNDATION     Organizes and operates a civic organization to

                                                                        provide transportation to disabled persons in the

                                                                        Town on a non-profit basis by fund-raising to help

                                                                        offset the cost of purchasing new vehicles. 

                                                                        Composed of 16 Directors, plus 2 members of

                                                                        Council.  Term is from July to June.

 

2001-2002 Appointments:                                Jean Anne Dodge         June 20, 2002

                                                                        Warren Carroll             June 20, 2002

                                                                        Don Reid                      June 20, 2002

                                                                        Bob Mansour               June 20, 2002

                                                                        Bob Sherwood             June 20, 2002

                                                                        Vivienne Hansford        June 20, 2002

                                                                        Tony Masongsong        June 20, 2002

                                                                        Gary Kay                     June 20, 2002

                                                                        Linda Doyle                  June 20, 2002

                                                                        Paul Cohen                   June 20, 2002

                                                                        Ralph Davidson            June 20, 2002

                                                                        James Li                       June 20, 2002

                                                                        Glenn Reid                   June 20, 2002

                                                                        Peter Oliver                  June 20, 2002

                                                                        Francine Fowles           June 20, 2002

                                                                        Jason LaLonde June 20, 2002

 

 

(3)        REPEALING OF BY-LAW #9-97 - A BY-LAW TO CHARGE
FEES FOR RESPONDING TO FALSE ALARMS AND
ENACTING A NEW BY-LAW (2.0 & 7.15)

 

That By-law 9-97 - To Charge Fees for Responding to False Alarms, be repealed;

 

And that Council enact a by-law To Establish Fees for Fire Department Responses to False Alarms.

CARRIED

 

 

(4)        A BY-LAW TO REQUIRE THE INSTALLATION OF RAPID
ENTRY KEY BOXES IN PREMISES EQUIPPED WITH FIRE
ALARM AND/OR AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS (2.0 & 7.15)

 

That Town of Markham Council enact a by-law To Require The Installation Of Rapid Entry Key Boxes On Premises Equipped With Fire Alarm And/Or Automatic Sprinkler Systems.

 

CARRIED

 

(5)        REPLACING OF BY-LAW #310-87 - A BY-LAW TO REGULATE
THE SALE OF FIREWORKS AND THE SETTING OFF OF
FIREWORKS AND THE HOLDING OF FIREWORKS DISPLAYS,
AND TO ENACT A NEW BY-LAW RESPECTING THE SALE AND
DISCHARGE OF FIREWORKS (2.0 & 7.15 & 2.3)

 

That By-law 310-87, as amended, To Regulate The Sale Of Fireworks And The Setting Off Of Fireworks And The Holding Of Fireworks Displays, be repealed;

 

And that Council enact a by-law Respecting the Sale and Discharge of Fireworks.

CARRIED

 

 

(6)        LEASE AND PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS WITH YORK
REGION EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (YREMS)
(7.15 & 13.4)

 

That staff be authorized to enter into discussions with York Region Emergency Medical Services (YREMS) with intent to negotiate lease and partnership agreements;

 

And that a further report and draft agreements be presented to the Community Services Committee prior to final approval.

 

CARRIED

 

 

(7)        MEMBERSHIP - CANADA DAY COMMITTEE (16.34)

That the membership of the Canada Day Committee be increased to twelve (12) residents effective January 1, 2002, and the current Council and staff membership remain the same.

 

CARRIED

 

 

(8)        OTHER COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS
            - MINUTES OF COMMUNITY SERVICES
            COMMITTEE MEETING – SEPTEMBER 4, 2001 (16.0)

 

That the Community Services Committee minutes dated September 4, 2001 be received.

 

CARRIED

 

 

6.         MOTIONS

 

(1)        TERRORIST ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES - SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 (12.2.6)

 

Moved by Regional Councillor F. Scarpitti

Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon

 

That a letter expressing the Town of Markham's grave concerns and condolences to everyone involved in or affected by the terrorist attacks on New York City and Washington D. C. on Tuesday, September 11, 2001 be forwarded to the U. S. Ambassador to Canada immediately;

 

And that the following action be taken by the Town of Markham:

 

-        that a Public Statement be prepared from the Mayor and Members of Council expressing great regret and a sense of grief and sadness following the terrible tragedy in the United States;

-        that all flags at all municipal buildings within the Town be flown at half-mast;

-        that Town facilities be made available for blood donor clinics;

-        that Emergency Services be on standby should a request be received for mutual aid; and

-        that the Town declare an official week of mourning to show solidarity with the citizens of the United States.

CARRIED

 

 

(2)        MILLIKEN MILLS CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL - SEPTEMBER 8, 2001 (3.5 & 12.2.6)

 

Moved by Councillor K. Usman

Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu

 

That the Council of the Town of  Markham commend and congratulate Regional Councillor Tony Wong and Mrs. Pat Lee for their  work with respect to the 4th Annual Milliken Children's Festival held on September 8, 2001 at the Milliken Mills Community Centre.

CARRIED

 

 

(3)        ATTENDANCE OF CORNELL RESIDENTS AT SEMINAR ON
            NEW URBANISM (11.12 & 10.0)

 

Moved by Councillor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio

 

Whereas on August 21 and 22, the Town of Markham conducted a review conference on the Cornell Community with the assistance of Andres Duany;

 

And whereas Mr. Duany indicated during the review that it would be beneficial for leading residents to become better versed in new urbanism in order that they can take on a leadership role as vision keepers for the Cornell Community;

 

And whereas Mr. Duany offered to make two registrations available free of cost to two Cornell residents to attend a major seminar on new urbanism and traditional neighbourhood development techniques to be held in Seaside, Florida from September 24-26;

 

Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Town will cover the travel and accommodation expenses for two residents, as designated by Councillor Heath and the Commissioner of Development Services, to attend the seminar at a total cost not to exceed $5000;

 

And that this expenditure be funded from Development Services Account 80-5399-3501-005.

 

LOST

(Note: A 2/3rds vote was required and was obtained.)

 

 

 

7.         COMMUNICATIONS

 

Council consented to add Communication Nos. 330-2001 to 337-2001.

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Councillor J. Heath

 

That Council receive and consent to the disposition of communications in the following manner:

 

Received

323-2001         Minister of Transport - Suggesting that the Town forward the request regarding late night air traffic at Buttonville Airport to Toronto Airways Limited. (5.15.1)

 

324-2001         Toronto Port Authority - Forwarding a detailed land use plan that contains objectives and policies for the physical development of the real property that it manages, hold or occupies and inviting interested parties and general public to submit comments. (13.1)

 

325-2001         Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing - Forwarding information regarding the public meetings on Oak Ridges Moraine (13.2.5)

 

Referred to all Members of Council

326-2001         Liquor Licence Application - Request to complete the Municipal Information Form for Thistle Inn Restaurant, 48 Main Street Markham North, Markham. (3.21)

 

327-2001         Proclamation - Fire Prevention Week - October 7 to 13, 2001 and Fire Service Recognition Day - October 8, 2001. (3.4)

 

328-2001         Markham Festival of Lights - Request of the Markham Village BIA to close Main Street Markham from Highway No. 7 north to Parkway Avenue from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Friday, November 23, 2001 (3.5)
(By-law 2001-238)

 

330-2001         Fran Bazos & Irene Philipussis - Submitting comments with respect to the protection of Pomona Mills Park. (8.7)

 

331-2001         Patrick Burke - Expressing support with respect to the Town of Markham purchasing the Pomona Mills Meadows for use as a park site. (8.7)

 

332-2001         Mary Malyk - Expressing support with respect to the Town of Markham purchasing the lands owned by St. Vladimir's' Church and maintaining it in a natural state. (8.7)

 

333-2001         Bob & Ramona Haslett - Expressing support with respect to the Town of Markham purchasing the St. Vladimir's' property to be added to Pomona Mills Park. (8.7)   

 

334-2001         Linda J. Herron - Expressing support with respect to the Town of Markham purchasing the St. Vladimir's' Ukrainian Church property and preserving the land permanently. (8.7)

 

335-2001         Valerie Burke - Expressing support regarding the Town of Markham purchasing the St. Vladimir's property to be added to Pomona Mills park. (8.7)

 

336-2001         Fire Department Memorandum - Outlining information regarding the following Fire Service By-laws:
- Charging fees for responding to false alarms.
- Installation of rapid entry key boxes.
- Fireworks (sale & discharge) (2.0, 7.15 & 2.3)
(Clauses 3, 4 and 5, Report No. 58, 2001)

 

Referred to Commissioner of Development Services

329-2001         Mr. Barry D. Lipton, Torkin Manes Cohen Arbus, Barristers and Solicitors - Requesting that further approvals to "Swan Lake", or "Swan Park", or the "Daniels Corporation" development within the Swan Lake Lands, or for any services on Williamson Road other than full municipal services from 16th Avenue to the northerly limit of the Swan Park Lands, be withheld pending the fulfilment of the Williamson Road construction obligations and other related obligations for the development of the Greensborough Community or until satisfactory arrangements are otherwise made. (10.0)

 

 

Referred to the OMB

337-2001       Gary S. Kay - Providing notice that the Site Plan Control Application submitting by Evarista Eboh and Augusta Elabor for 48 Jaffray Road, Markham has been referred to the Ontario Municipal Board. (10.6)

CARRIED

 

 

 

8.         BY-LAWS

 

Council consented to add By-law 2001-242.

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero

 

That By-laws 2001-234 to 2001-242 be given three readings and enacted.

 

Three Readings

 

BY-LAW 2001-234    A by-law to amend By-law 2001-40, being a by-law for licensing, regulating and governing owners and drivers of taxicabs and taxicabs brokers
(Clause 3, Report 57, 2001)

 

BY-LAW 2001-235    A by-law to charge fees for responding to false alarms and repeal By-law 9-97.
(Clause 3, Report No. 58, 2001)

 

BY-LAW 2001-236    A by-law to require the installation of rapid entry key boxes on premises equipped with fire alarm and/or automatic sprinkler.
(Clause 4,  Report No. 58, 2001)

 

BY-LAW 2001-237    A by-law respecting the sale and discharge of fireworks and to repeal By-law 310-87.
(Clause 5, Report No 58, 2001)

 

BY-LAW 2001-238    A by-law to authorize the closing of Main Street Markham from Highway No. 7 north to Parkway Avenue from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Friday, November 23, 2001.
(Communication No. 328-2001)

 

BY-LAW 2001-239    A by-law to amend By-law 177-96, as amended (Woodbine Cachet South Inc. and Woodbine Cachet West Inc. - To reduce the minimum permitted setback and remove maximum front yard setbacks)
(Clause 13, Report No. 52, 2001)

 

 

BY-LAW 2001-240    A by-law to amend By-law 77-93, as amended, being a by-law to provide for the annual remuneration and benefits for the Mayor and Members of Council.
(Clause 15, Report No. 42, 2001)

 

BY-LAW 2001-241    A by-law to designate part of a certain plan of subdivision not subject to Part Lot Control (12 George Street and 14 Church Street, Part of Block G. Registered Plan 18, designated as Parts 1 and 2, Plan 65R-23789).
(Council Meeting No. 17, 2001)

 

BY-LAW 2001-242    A by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting of September 11, 2001.
(Council Meeting No. 17, 2001)

CARRIED

 

 

 

9.         ADJOURNMENT

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Councillor G. McKelvey

 

That the meeting do adjourn.

CARRIED

 

Council adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

_________________________________                  ____________________________________

SHEILA BIRRELL, TOWN CLERK                          DON COUSENS, MAYOR

 

(Signed)