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Development Services Committee Minutes

September 6, 2016, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Council Chamber

Meeting No. 14

All Members of Council

Development Services Issues                                Culture and Economic Development Issues

Chair:                      Regional Councillor Jim Jones                            Chair:                          Councillor Alex Chiu

Vice-Chair:              Councillor Don Hamilton                                   Vice-Chair:                  Councillor Alan Ho

 

Transportation and Engineering Capital Projects Issues

Chair:                      Regional Councillor Joe Li

Vice-Chair:              Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

Attendance

Mayor Frank Scarpitti

Regional Councillor Jim Jones

Regional Councillor Joe Li

Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

Councillor Alan Ho

Councillor Don Hamilton

Councillor Colin Campbell

Councillor Amanda Collucci

Councillor Logan Kanapathi

Councillor Alex Chiu

 

Regrets:

Deputy Mayor Jack Heath

Councillor Valerie Burke

Councillor Karen Rea

 

Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative Officer

Brenda Librecz, Commissioner of Community & Fire             Services

Catherine Conrad, City Solicitor

Geoff Day, Senior Planner, Zoning & Special Projects

Lilli Duoba, Manager, Natural Heritage

Regan Hutcheson, Manager, Heritage Planning

Biju Karumanchery, Director of Planning and    Urban Design

Brian Lee, Director of Engineering

Marg Wouters, Senior Manager, Policy & Research

Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee Coordinator

 

 

The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 9:01 a.m. in the Council Chamber with Regional Councillor Jim Jones in the Chair. Regional Councillor Joe Li assumed the Chair for Transportation and Engineering Capital Projects items, Nos. 18 and 19.

The Committee recessed from 12:18 to 1:24 p.m.

 

DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST - None Declared

 

The Committee recognized Alan Brown, Director of Engineering on his retirement after 35 years of dedicated public service with the City of Markham, and thanked him for his leadership and contributions to such significant projects such as: Markham’s Transportation Strategic Masterplan; Cycling and Pedestrian Masterplan; Train Anti-whistling; Parking Strategy; countless Environmental Assessments and transportation and servicing studies; and the delivery of an annual capital program of approximately $300 million.

 

The Committee also congratulated Brian Lee on his appointment as Director of Engineering.

 


 

 

1.         DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
- June 14, 2016, June 20, 2016
- July 19, 2016 and July 28, 2016, (10.0)

            June 14  June 20  July 19  July 28

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting held June 14, 2016, June 20, 2016, July 19, 2016 and July 28, 2016 be confirmed.

CARRIED

 

 

2.         DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES
- June 21, 2016 (10.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the minutes of the Development Services Public Meeting held June 21, 2016, be confirmed.

 

CARRIED

 

 

3.         HERITAGE MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
            - June 8, 2016, July 13, 2016 and August 10, 2016 (16.11)

            June 8  July 13  August 10

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the minutes of the Heritage Markham Committee meeting held June 8, 2016, July 13, 2016 and August 10, 2016, be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 


 

4.         MAIN STREET MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
            - April 20, 2016 and May 18, 2016 (16.0)

            April 20  May 18

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the minutes of the Main Street Markham Committee meeting held April 20, 2016 and May 18, 2016, be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

5.         MARKHAM SUB-COMMITTEE MINUTES
            (CORNELL-ROUGE NATIONAL URBAN PARK
            GATEWAY CHARRETTE)
            - April 5, 2016 (10.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the minutes of the Markham Sub-Committee (Cornell-Rouge National Urban Park Gateway Charrette) meeting held April 5, 2016, be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 

 

6.         HISTORIC UNIONVILLE COMMUNITY
            VISION COMMITTEE MINUTES
            - June 15, 2016 (10.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the minutes of the Historic Unionville Community Vision Committee meeting held June 15, 2016, be received for information purposes.

CARRIED

 


 

7.         PRELIMINARY REPORT
           
2431988 ONTARIO LTD.
            (C.P. CAPITAL INVESTMENT GROUP INC.)
           
PROPOSED DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
            OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND
            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS
            FOR PROPOSED MIXED USE MID RISE AND HIGH RISE BUILDINGS
            AND STACKED TOWNHOUSES ON THE NORTH SIDE OF HIGHWAY 7
            WEST OF BUR OAK AVENUE
            SU 16 159916, OP 16 159916 AND ZA 16 159916 (10.7, 10.3 & 10.5)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the report entitled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, 2431988 Ontario Ltd. (C.P. Capital Investment Group Inc.), Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision, Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for proposed mixed use mid rise and high rise buildings and stacked townhouses on the north side of Highway 7, west of Bur Oak Avenue, Files SU 15 1599916, OP 16 159916 and ZA 16 159916”, be received as background information for the upcoming Public Meeting.

CARRIED

 

 

8.         INTENTION TO DESIGNATE A PROPERTY UNDER
            PART IV OF THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT
            NAME: TOMLINSON – GATES HOUSE
            ADDRESS: 7790 NINTH LINE (16.11.3)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

1)         That Council receive the staff report titled “Intention to Designate a Property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, Name: Tomlinson – Gates House, Address: 7790 Ninth Line”; and,

 

2)         That as recommended by Heritage Markham, the Tomlinson - Gates House at 7790 Ninth Line be approved for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage value or interest; and,

 

3)         That the Clerk’s Department be authorized to publish and serve Council’s Notice of Intention to Designate as per the requirements of the Ontario Heritage Act; and,


 

4)         That if there are no objections to the designation in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be authorized to place a designation by-law before Council for adoption; and,

 

5)         That if there are any objections in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be directed to refer the proposed designation to the Ontario Conservation Review Board; and further,

 

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

CARRIED

 

 

9.         PRELIMINARY REPORT
            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
            8 MAIN STREET NORTH, MARKHAM VILLAGE
            MAIN AND MARKHAM INVESTMENTS LTD.
            FILE: ZA 16 120186 (10.5)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

1)         That the staff report entitled “Preliminary Report, Zoning By-law Amendment,

            ZA 16 120186, 8 Main Street North, Markham Village, Main and Markham Investments Ltd.”, dated September 6, 2016, be received; and,

 

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

CARRIED

 


 

10.       REQUEST BY STAFF FOR NAMING TWO LANES
            IN REGISTERED PLAN 65M4496 TO PERMIT THE
            ADDRESSING OF RESIDENTIAL UNITS WITH LANE ACCESS (10.14)

            Memo

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

1)         That Council approve two street naming by-laws to name two lanes (Blocks 42 & 43) on registered plan 65M4496 as Alicia Lane (Block 42) and John Rudkin Lane (Block 43); and,

 

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

CARRIED

 

 

11.       REQUEST BY STAFF FOR NAMING TWO LANES
            IN REGISTERED PLAN 65M4429 TO PERMIT THE
            ADDRESSING OF RESIDENTIAL UNITS WITH LANE ACCESS (10.14)

            Memo

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

1)         That Council approve two street naming by-laws to name two lanes (Blocks 52 & 53) on registered plan 65M4429 as Presquile Lane (Block 52) and Jaffna Lane (Block 53); and,

 

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

CARRIED

 


 

12.       PRELIMINARY REPORT
            2080552 ONTARIO INC. (ALAWN LAI)
            APPLICATION FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
            TO PERMIT THIRTEEN (13) SINGLE-DETACHED DWELLINGS
            ON THE NORTH SIDE OF LEE AVENUE BETWEEN
            NOBLE STREET AND BRIMLEY ROAD
            FILE NO. SU 14 244871 (10.7)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

1)         That the report titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, 2080552 Ontario Inc. (Alawn Lai), Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision to permit thirteen (13) single-detached dwellings on the north side of Lee Avenue between Noble Street and Brimley Road, File No. SU 14 244871”, be received; and,

 

2)         That a Public Meeting be held to consider the application; and further,

 

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

CARRIED

 

 

13.       PRELIMINARY REPORT
            APPLICATIONS FOR A DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
            AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT BY
            2473330 ONTARIO LTD. TO FACILITATE THE
            CREATION OF 12 SINGLE DETACHED LOTS, 1 PART LOT AND
            16 REAR LANE TOWNHOUSE UNITS ON 3 TOWNHOUSE BLOCKS
            ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY KNOWN LEGALLY AS
            BLOCK 120, PLAN 65M-3830
            FILE NO’S.: SU/ZA 16 114903 (10.7, 10.5)

            Report

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

That the report dated September 6, 2016 titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Applications for a Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment by 2473330 Ontario Ltd. to facilitate the creation of 12 single detached lots, 1 part lot and 16 rear lane townhouse units on 3 townhouse blocks on the subject property known legally as Block 120, Plan 65M-3830”, be received as background information for the upcoming Public Meeting.

CARRIED


 

 

14.       REVISED PROCESS FOR CALLING PUBLIC MEETINGS
            AND SCHEDULING PRELIMINARY REPORTS
            FILE PR 16 129880 (10.0)

            Report

 

Biju Karumanchery, Director of Planning and Urban Design, provided a summary of the report and recommendation. Clarification was provided on notification timelines and information that is available to the public.

 

The Committee directed that all members of Council be circulated on all applications early in the process, and that information be available on applications that are scheduled for upcoming Public Meetings. It was agreed that the Director of Planning and Urban Design be delegated the authority to schedule public meetings. Staff advised that the Upcoming Applications report is regularly provided to the Committee and that the Committee can request an amendment to the process at any time. A caution was noted that consultation with the Ward Councillor should not cause an undue delay in the process.

 

Moved by: Councillor Don Hamilton

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Joe Li

 

1)         That the report “Revised process for calling public meetings and scheduling preliminary reports” be received; and,

 

2)         That the Director of Planning and Urban Design be delegated the authority to schedule public meetings for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments and Draft Plans of Subdivision applications; and,

 

3)         That staff be required to bring forward a Preliminary Report to Development Services Committee prior to the Public Meeting, and generally at least one week prior to a scheduled public; and further,

 

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

            CARRIED

 


 

15.       RECOMMENDATION REPORT
            DIGRAM DEVELOPMENTS MARKHAM INC.
            SITE PLAN APPLICATION TO FACILITATE
            THE DEVELOPMENT OF 42 TOWNHOUSES
            AT 6232 16TH AVENUE
            FILE NO: SC 15 244470 (10.6)

            Report

 

The applicant displayed renderings of the proposed development, and the Committee supported the revisions.

 

Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell   

Seconded by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti

 

1)         That the report titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Digram Developments Markham Inc., Site Plan application to facilitate the development of 42 townhouses at 6232 16th Avenue, File No: SC 15 244470”, be received; and,

 

2)         That the Site Plan application (SC 15 244470) submitted by Digram Developments Markham Inc., to facilitate a townhouse development consisting of 42 townhouses be endorsed in principle, subject to the conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’; and,

 

3)         That Site Plan Approval (SC 15 244470) to facilitate a townhouse development consisting of 42 townhouses be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design or his designate, not to be issued prior to the execution of a site plan agreement; and,

 

4)         That site plan endorsement shall lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of endorsement in the event that a site plan agreement is not executed within that period; and,

 

5)         That Council assign servicing allocation for 42 townhouses to the subject development; and further,

 

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

CARRIED

 


 

16.       RECOMMENDATION REPORT
            APPLICATION FOR ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
            SUBMITTED BY LIVANTE HOLDINGS
            2271850 ONTARIO LTD., AND VETMAR LTD.
            ON THE LANDS KNOWN MUNICIPALLY AS
            10978, 10988, 11030 VICTORIA SQUARE BOULEVARD
            (FORMALLY WOODBINE AVENUE)
            FILE NO. ZA 15 129978 (10.5)

            Report

 

Maria Gatzios of Gatzios Planning, representing the applicant, requested that the by-law not be enacted until details have been finalized.

 

Moved by: Councillor Alan Ho

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Joe Li

 

1)         That the deputation by Maria Gatzios of Gatzios Planning, representing the applicants, regarding applications by Livante Holdings, 2271850 Ontario Ltd., and Vetmar Ltd., be received; and,

 

2)         That the Staff report entitled “Recommendation Report, Application for Zoning By-law Amendment, submitted by Livante Holdings, 2271850 Ontario Ltd., and Vetmar Ltd., on the lands known municipally as 10978, 10988, 11030 Victoria Square Boulevard (formally Woodbine Avenue), File No. ZA 15 129978, be received; and,

 

3)         That the record of the Public Meeting held on November 16, 2015, relating to the application for Zoning By-law Amendment submitted by Livante Holdings, 2271850 Ontario Ltd., and Vetmar Ltd., on the lands known municipally as 10978, 10988, 11030 Victoria Square Boulevard (formally Woodbine Avenue), File No. ZA 15 129978, be received; and,

 

4)         That the draft amendments to Zoning By-laws 304-87 and 177-96 for the subject lands, attached to this report as Appendix ‘A’, be finalized and enacted once finalized; and,

 

5)         That servicing allocation for 24 units be assigned to plan of subdivision 19TM-15002; and,

 

6)         That the Region of York be advised of the servicing allocation for this development; and further,

 

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

CARRIED

 


 

17.       REQUEST TO DEMOLISH
            SINGLE DETACHED DWELLING
            DEMOLITION PERMIT APPLICATION DP 16 115753
            38 JOHN STREET
            THORNHILL HERITAGE CONSERVATION DISTRICT (16.11, 10.13)

            Memo

 

Regan Hutcheson, Manager of Heritage Planning, provided background information on the review and recommendation of this application by the Heritage Markham Committee, and the recommendation of Heritage Section staff. The applicant had agreed to extend the time frame for Council to make a decision on the demolition permit, until the Council meeting on September 13, 2016. The applicant was not in attendance at today’s meeting.

 

Marion Matthias spoke in opposition to the demolition permit for 38 John Street, stating that it may set a precedent for future demolitions in the core area of Thornhill.

 

Barry Nelson, representing the Society for Preservation of Historic Thornhill, spoke in opposition to the demolition permit for 38 John Street with respect to demolition of heritage buildings in general. Mr. Nelson did not support the proposed size of the dwelling, but did support some aspects of the improved design. Mr. Nelson suggested that Heritage Markham has difficulty in following the established heritage guidelines, and that the mandate of Heritage Markham should be strengthened in this regard. The Committee disputed Mr. Nelson’s opinion regarding the effectiveness of Heritage Markham.

 

Diane Berwick spoke in opposition to the demolition permit for 38 John Street with respect to the impacts to the village character of Thornhill.

 

Evelin Ellison spoke in opposition to the demolition permit for 38 John Street, and discussed the differing characteristics of the heritage districts. Ms. Ellison displayed a map illustrating the extensive water system in the area and the need for permeable surfaces.

 

A Committee member noted that this building does not have any heritage value and suggested the proposal would result in an appropriate development. Similar, successful developments in the area were discussed.

 

Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti

Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton

 

1)                 That the written submissions from Ken Webster, Diane Berwick, Tryfon and Jennea Elles, Olana Alcock, Debrah Berman, and, Joseph and Diane Ricciuti regarding the demolition permit application for 38 John Street, Thornhill, be received; and,


 

2)                  That deputations by Marion Matthias, Barry Nelson representing the Society for Preservation of Historic Thornhill, and Diane Berwick regarding the demolition permit application for 38 John Street, Thornhill, be received; and,

 

3)         That the staff memo dated September 6, 2016 regarding a demolition permit application for 38 John Street, Thornhill, be received; and,

 

4)                  That the demolition permit application for 38 John Street, Thornhill, be referred directly to Council on September 13, 2016.

CARRIED

 

 

18.       CYCLING AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY
            COMMITTEE (CPAC) MINUTES
            -May 19, 2016 (16.34)

            Minutes

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton

 

1)         That the minutes of the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (CPAC) meeting held May 19, 2016, be received for information purposes.

 

2)**     That the following recommendation from the May 19, 2016 Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (CPAC) be received and referred to staff to provide a report back to the Development Services Committee:”

 

            "That Cycling & Pedestrian Advisory Committee request City of Markham Council to update their by-law to restrict motor vehicles from parking on all bicycle facilities."

CARRIED

 

**   Clause 2 amended by Council on September 16 to delete “be endorsed:” and to add “be received and referred to staff to provide a report back to the Development Services Committee:”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

19.       CO-ORDINATED LAND USE PLANNING REVIEW:
            COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
            TO THE GROWTH PLAN, GREENBELT PLAN AND
            OAK RIDGES MORAINE CONSERVATION PLAN (10.0)

            Presentation

 

Marg Wouters, Senior Manager, Policy & Research gave a presentation entitled “Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review: Comments on the Proposed Amendments to the Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan and Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan”. The presentation included an overview of the coordinated Land Use Planning Review; a summary of areas of support and concern regarding the proposed amendments; policy changes in the Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan and Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan; and, next steps. A follow-up report is targeted for Development Services Committee on October 3, 2016.

 

The Committee discussed intensification supported by transit, and had suggestions regarding Bus Rapid Transit, and Development Charges in rapid transit areas. It was noted that a Growth Summit will be held in York Region in the fall.

 

Don Given, Malone Given Parsons Ltd., representing Angus Glen Block Landowners Group, Employment Block Landowners Group, and the Robinson Glen Block Landowners Group, made a deputation to discuss Greenbelt Plan boundary amendments, and the review process.

 

Maria Gatzios, Gatzios Planning, representing the Berczy Glen Landowners, made a deputation in support of comments made by staff and the Committee, and suggested that the proposed numbers do not work and will negate the extensive planning work done so far in the Future Urban Area.

 

David McBeth made a deputation to discuss commuter factors that may impact the number calculations.

 

Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Joe Li

 

1)                  That written submissions from Don Given, Malone Given Parsons Ltd., representing Angus Glen Block Landowners Group, Employment Block Landowners Group, and the Robinson Glen Block Landowners Group, regarding Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review, be received; and,

 

2)                  That the deputations by David McBeth, Maria Gatzios, Gatzios Planning, representing the Berczy Glen Landowners, and by Don Given, Malone Given Parsons Ltd., representing Angus Glen Block Landowners Group, Employment Block Landowners Group, and the Robinson Glen Block Landowners Group, regarding Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review, be received; and,


 

3)         That the presentation dated September 6, 2016 entitled “Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review: Comments on the Proposed Amendments to the Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan and Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan” be received; and,

 

4)         That the presentation dated September 6, 2016 entitled “Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review: Comments on the Proposed Amendments to the Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan and Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan” form the basis of a report to be considered by Development Services Committee in October 2016 formalizing City of Markham comments on the Plans, including a recommendation that the Province be requested to revise the proposed amendments regarding minimum Designated Greenfield Area densities to allow Markham’s Future Urban Area to continue to be planned to achieve 70 residents and jobs per hectare to 2031, consistent with the York Region Official Plan 2010 in effect.

CARRIED

 

 

20.       LAKE TO LAKE ROUTE IMPLEMENTATION
            IN MARKHAM
            (YORK REGION PRESENTATION)
            AND
            YORK REGION LAKE TO LAKE TRAIL IMPLEMENTATION
            (CITY STAFF PRESENTATION) (6.3)

            York Region Presentation  City Staff Presentation

 

Angela Gibson, Acting Director, Transportation Services, York Region was in attendance to provide a presentation on Lake to Lake Route Implementation in Markham. The route plan through Markham was identified, arising from the York Region Pedestrian and Cycling Master Plan initiative. The total length of 121 km includes 92 km in York Region and 29 km in Toronto. Facility types include shared use in-boulevard paths; off-road multi-use paths; and on-road signed bike routes. Construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2017 and the total cost will be $3,107,000. Maintenance and operation costs for 2018 – 2020 were clarified.

 

Ms. Gibson responded to questions from the Committee regarding the on-road section at Leslie Street.  Due to safety reasons, staff was directed to review the possibility of separation from the traffic for on-road sections in the first phase, for use as an MUP system, or at least identify improvements for future phases.

 

Brian Lee, Director of Engineering provided a presentation on the specifics for Markham, including the background of Markham’s MUP program, the proposed work plan for the next 5 years, estimated project costs, and funding details. Next steps were outlined. Markham’s share ($1,415,690.21) will be requested in the 2017 Capital Budget process.


 

Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong

 

1)         That the presentation provided by Angela Gibson, Acting Director, Transportation Services, York Region entitled “Lake to Lake Route Implementation in Markham” be received; and,

 

2)         That the presentation provided by Brian Lee, Deputy Director of Engineering, entitled “York Region Lake to Lake Implementation – City of Markham Staff Presentation” be received; and,

 

3)         That staff be directed to review the on-road section, to determine if it can be transitioned into an MUP system separated from traffic in the first phase, or identify improvements for future phases; and,

 

4)         That the Lake to Lake Route implementation for the Markham section be endorsed in principle subject to funding; and,

 

5)         That Markham’s funding share of the construction of Lake to Lake Route through Markham ($1,415,690.21) be considered under the 2017 Capital Budget process; and,

 

6)         That Markham’s funding share of $1,415,690.21 be funded 35% from Development Charges and 65% from non-DC Growth Reserve; and,

 

7)         That the Operations Department’s operating budget include the funds in the maximum amount of $88,000 in the 2018 Operating Budget to cover annual operations and maintenance requirement for the Lake to Lake MUP Route through City of Markham upon completion of construction; and,

 

8)         That the Region of York be authorized to design and tender the Lake to Lake MUP route in Markham; and,

 

9)         That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute further agreement(s) with York Region for the cost sharing and implementation of the project; and,

 

10)       That the Regional Municipality of York be advised accordingly; and further,

 

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

 

CARRIED

 


 

21.       IN-CAMERA MATTERS

 

Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton

 

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)        DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE IN-CAMERA MINUTES
- June 20, 2016 (10.0)

            [Section 239 (2) (e) (e) (e)]

 

(2)        LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS, AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD - 56 ASCOT CRESCENT (WARD 8) (8.0)

            [Section 239 (2) (e)]

 

(3)        LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS, AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD - 23 CHURCH STREET (WARD 4) (8.0)

            [Section 239 (2) (e)]

CARRIED

 

 

Moved by: Councillor Don Hamilton 

Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

That the Development Services Committee rise and report from the in-camera session at 1:36 PM.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

The following in-camera items were approved by Development Services Committee as follows:

 

(1)        DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE IN-CAMERA MINUTES
            - June 20, 2016 (10.0)

            [Section 239 (2) (e) (e) (e)]

 

Development Services Committee confirmed the June 20, 2016, in-camera minutes.

 

 

(2)        LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS, AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD - 56 ASCOT CRESCENT (WARD 8) (8.0)

            [Section 239 (2) (e)]

 

This item was forwarded to Council on September 13, 2016.

 

 

(3)        LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS, AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD - 23 CHURCH STREET (WARD 4) (8.0)

            [Section 239 (2) (e)]

 

This item was deferred to a future meeting.

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at 1:36 PM.

 

 

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