DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
JANUARY 17, 2012,
9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Council Chamber
All
Members of Council
Development
Services Economic
Development
Chair: Regional Councillor Jim
Jones Chair: Councillor Carolina
Moretti
Vice-Chair: Councillor Don Hamilton Vice-Chair:
Councillor Alex Chiu
Transportation Issues
Chair: Regional Councillor Gord
Landon
Vice-Chair:
Councillor Alan Ho
PART B
Report Agenda
9:00 a.m. – Council Chamber
Attendance
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Regrets
Councillor Alex Chiu
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Jim Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services
Brenda Librecz, Commissioner of
Community & Fire
Services
Sabrina Bordone, Planner
Alan Brown, Director of Engineering
Catherine Conrad, Town Solicitor
Geoff Day, Senior Planner
Dennis Flaherty, Director
Communications and
Community
Relations
Linda Irvine, Manager, Parks and
Open Space Planning
Biju Karumanchery, Senior
Development Manager
Richard Kendall, Manager, Central
District
Anna Henriques, Senior Planner
Brian Lee, Senior Manager,
Development Engineering &
Transportation
Dave Miller, Manager, East District
Rino Mostacci, Director of Planning
and Urban Design
Stacia Muradali, Planner II
Tom Villella, Senior Project
Coordinator
Liz Wimmer, Senior Environmental
Planner
Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee
Coordinator
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The Development Services
Committee convened at the hour of 9:06 a.m. in the Council Chamber with Regional
Councillor Jim Jones in the Chair. Regional
Councillor Gord Landon
assumed the Chair for Transportation items, Nos. 19 and 20.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST –
None Declared
1. PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS (12.2.6)
Una Allette, IMS Clerk, Operations, 25 years
David Davies, Geomatics Technician, Planning & Urban Design,
25 years
Jamie Bosomworth, Manager, Strategy & Innovation, Development
Services Commissioner's Office, 20
years
Ian Hermack, Waterworks Operator II, Operations, 20 years
Michael Hiatt, Group Leader, Operations, 10 years
Lori Pegg, Alarm Room Operator, Fire & Emergency Services, 10
years
Christos Tsorovas, Sweeper Operator, Operations, 5 years
Jayanthi Thavapalan, Cash Control Clerk, Financial Services, 5
years
Denise Round, Operations & Maintenance Clerk, Operations, 5
years
Andrew Brouwer, Deputy Town Clerk, Clerk's, 3 years
Michael Kourtsidis, Provincial Offences Officer I, Clerk's, 3
years
2. DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
- November 29, 2011, Part B
- December 6, 2011, Part A and B (10.0)
Nov.
29 Dec.
6
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the
minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting, Part B, held November
29, 2011, and Part A and B, held December 6, 2011, be confirmed.
CARRIED
3. DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES
- December 6, 2011 (10.0)
Minutes
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the
minutes of the Development Services Public Meeting, held December 6, 2011, be
confirmed.
CARRIED
4. HERITAGE
MARKHAM COMMITTEE MINUTES
- December 14, 2011 (16.11)
Minutes
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the minutes of the
Heritage Markham Committee meeting held December 14, 2011, be received for
information purposes.
CARRIED
5. UNIONVILLE
SUB-COMMITTEE MINUTES
HUGHSON DRIVE WORKING GROUP
- September 20, 2011
- October 4, 2011
- October 14, 2011
- December 5, 2011 (10.0)
Sept.
20 Oct.
4 Oct.
14 Dec.
5
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the minutes of the Unionville Sub-Committee
meeting – Hughson Drive Working Group held September 20, 2011, October 4, 2011,
October 14, 2011 and December 5, 2011, be received for information purposes.
CARRIED
6. MARKHAM
LIVE COMMITTEE MINUTES
- November 7, 2011
- November 30, 2011 (16.34)
Nov.
7 Nov.
30
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the minutes of the
Markham Live Committee meeting held November 7, 2011 and November 30, 2011, be
received for information purposes.
CARRIED
7. AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES
December 2, 2011 (16.34)
Minutes
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the minutes of the
Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting held December, 2, 2011, be received for
information purposes.
CARRIED
8. INFORMATION REPORT
APPLICATION FOR OFFICIAL PLAN
AND SECONDARY PLAN AMENDMENT
BUTTONVILLE AIRPORT
REDEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL
2833 16TH AVENUE,
MARKHAM
CON 3 PT LOTS 13-15
(OP 11 115381) (10.3, 10.4)
Report
Nick Pileggi of Malone Givens
Parsons made a deputation, referring to correspondence submitted on behalf of
Buttonville Properties LP, dated January 13, 2012. Mr. Pileggi expressed
concern with the progress of the overall development for the Buttonville
Airport lands, and requested the Town set a target date for adoption of
Secondary Plan; schedule Working Group meetings to address the many issues;
and, schedule a Public Meeting to obtain public input as early in the process
as possible. The applicants acknowledged that several public meetings may be
required throughout the process.
Staff advised that this is a
large and complex development, and described the necessary studies and peer
reviews that will be required. Key issues will include the masterplan, transportation
and phasing. Due to scale of the project, staff suggest a framework be established
for advancing peer review of the master plan prior to a statutory public
meeting, as the concept may change. Staff will continue to work with the
developers and will bring forward updates.
Mr. Pileggi and staff agreed
with the suggestion by the Committee that a non-statutory public information
meeting be scheduled. The Committee also
suggested a design charette process.
The Committee discussed the
implications of having a staff member dedicated to this project. Staff
explained the arrangement whereby the proponents of large projects provide
financial support for staff and peer reviews, while the Town retains control of
the supervision and direction of staff. This is an accepted practice that has
been applied, and there is no conflict of interest, nor does it fetter the
Council decision-making process.
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1)
That correspondence from Malone Givens Parsons on
behalf of Buttonville Properties LP, dated January 13, 2012, be received; and,
2)
That the
deputation by Nick Pileggi of Malone Givens Parsons on behalf of Buttonville
Properties LP, be received; and further,
3) That the report dated January 17, 2012, entitled,
“Information Report: Application for Official Plan and Secondary Plan
Amendment, Buttonville Airport Redevelopment, 2833 16th Avenue, CON
3 PT LOTS 13-15 (OP 11 115381)”, be received.
CARRIED
9. HARRY COOK DEVELOPMENTS INC.
PROPOSED DRAFT PLAN OF
SUBDIVISION
AND IMPLEMENTING SECONDARY
PLAN
AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
TO FACILITATE SINGLE-DETACHED
AND
TOWNHOUSE DWELLINGS, EAST OF
HARRY COOK DRIVE
BETWEEN HELEN AVENUE AND
CASTAN AVENUE
INCLUDING 304, 312 & 322
HELEN AVENUE
WITHIN SOUTH UNIONVILLE
(OP, SU & ZA 11 129105)
(10.7, 10.4, 10.5)
Report
The Committee received several
deputations on related agenda items: # 9, Harry Cook Developments Inc.; # 14,
Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation; and # 18, the South Unionville Parkland
Issue.
Flora Wen spoke of the
shortage of parklands in South Unionville, resulting in overcrowding of the
existing parks. Ms. Wen discussed safety concerns for children and parking
issues with respect to having to travel farther to existing parks. Ms. Wen read
a letter submitted by the South Unionville Community Association (SUCA)
recommending development be halted until the developers group fulfils its
obligation to provide parkland, and that the impacts of the proposed road
alignment be considered.
Amanda Godfrey provided a
written submission and spoke of the pressure that development has put on the
existing parks. Ms. Godfrey also expressed concern for traffic and safety
issues relating to the local school, pedestrian walkway and extension of South
Unionville Avenue.
Tom Han, speaking for members
of the community, stated that there is a deficit in parkland for South
Unionville, and suggested that cash-in-lieu payments may not be adequate. Mr.
Han referred to his written submission and suggested that parkland calculations
include lands extending north to Highway 7. He requested that area development
be delayed until the parkland issue is resolved.
Shakir
Rehmatullah of Flato Management Inc., representing Harry Cook Developments,
requested their development application proceed to a Public Meeting. Mr.
Rehmatullah reviewed the development history of South Unionville and the
obstacles in obtaining parklands, and offered to work with the residents to
resolve this issue. He described the significant role played by his company in
completing the community and providing the road network.
Edward
Mak, representing Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation, gave a summary
of their proposal and displayed
area maps, suggesting the Jade-Kennedy development has no bearing on the
conversion of South Unionville parkland.
Staff
discussed agenda Item # 18 regarding the status report for the South Unionville
Parkland Issue and explained that the problem arises from fragmentation of land
ownership. Staff are seeking authorization to proceed with a land value
appraisal, for 4.9 acres of outstanding parkland. Servicing issues and other
factors impacting the overall development of the area were discussed. The
Committee discussed at length the requests of the residents and options
available.
Cathy
Innamorato, a South Unionville resident whose family owns two properties north
of 407 being considered for parkland, advised that the owners are now willing
to negotiate for fair-market value sale of the lands for park purposes. Ms.
Innamorato disclosed that she is a Real Estate Broker.
The
Committee noted that a shortage of playground equipment is a separate issue
from the acquisition of parklands. Staff advised that Urban Design staff are in
the process of designing parks and additional play features for the area. The
Committee requested Urban Design staff provide an update on projects including
timeframes for completion, prior to, or at, the Public Meetings for the
development applications. Staff were also requested to provide a written
response to the submissions received with the Public Meeting package. It was
also suggested the Unionville Subcommittee could convene a meeting on the
parkland issue, if necessary.
Moved by:
Councillor Don Hamilton
Seconded
by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That the written
submissions by Glenn Baron, Tom Han, the
South Unionville Community Association (SUCA) and Amanda Godfrey regarding
Harry Cook Developments Inc., Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation, and the
South Unionville Parkland Issue be received; and,
2)
That the
deputations by Flora Wen, Amanda Godfrey, Tom Han, Shakir Rehmatullah of Flato
Management Inc., representing Harry Cook Developments, and Edward Mak,
representing Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation, and Cathy Innamorato be received; and,
3) That the staff report titled
“PRELIMINARY REPORT: Proposed Draft Plan
of Subdivision and implementing Secondary Plan and Zoning By-law amendments to
facilitate single-detached and townhouse dwellings, east of Harry Cook Drive,
between Helen Avenue and Castan Avenue, including 304, 312 & 322 Helen
Avenue, within South Unionville, File Nos: OP, SU & ZA 11 129105,” be
received; and,
4) That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications
submitted by Harry Cook Developments Inc. to permit single-detached and
townhouse dwellings, east of Harry Cook Drive, between Helen Avenue and Castan
Avenue, including 304, 312 & 322 Helen Avenue, within South Unionville; and
further,
5)
That staff be authorized and
directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
10. 2011 FOURTH QUARTER UPDATE
OF THE STREET NAME RESERVE
LIST (10.14)
Report
The Committee questioned if the list normally
indicates the initiating Councillor, and staff will check on this issue.
The Committee agreed to change “Queens Diamond Jubilee
Avenue” to “Diamond Jubilee Avenue”, as the name is too lengthy otherwise.
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That Development
Services Committee receive the updated street name reserve list for the fourth
quarter of 2011, attached as Appendix ‘A’ to the January 17th, 2012
staff report with the amendment that “Queens Diamond Jubilee Avenue” be changed to “Diamond Jubilee Avenue”.
CARRIED
11. INFORMATION REPORT
UPDATE ON THE HUGHSON DRIVE
STUDY AREA
AND OUTCOME OF THE
UNIONVILLE SUB-COMMITTEE
WORKING GROUP
(ZA 10 110091) (10.0)
Report
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the report dated January 17, 2012, entitled, “Information Report:
Update on Hughson Drive Study Area & outcome of the Unionville
Sub-Committee Working Group (ZA 10 110091)”, be received as input to the Public
Meeting to be held on January 17, 2012.
CARRIED
12. FOREST BAY HOMES
APPLICATIONS TO AMEND THE
SECONDARY PLAN
AND ZONING BY-LAW AND FOR SITE
PLAN APPROVAL
TO PERMIT A 5-STOREY
RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM BUILDING
AT THE NORTH-WEST CORNER OF
MARKHAM ROAD
AND GOLDEN AVENUE
(OP, ZA & SC 11 115740) (10.4,
10.5)
Report
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the report titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Forest Bay
Homes, Applications to amend the Secondary Plan and Zoning By-law and for Site
Plan Approval to permit a 5-storey residential condominium building at the
north-west corner of Markham Road and Golden Avenue, File Nos: OP, ZA & SC
11 115740,” dated January 17, 2012 be received; and,
2) That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications
submitted by Forest Bay Homes to amend the Secondary Plan and Zoning By-law to
permit a 5-storey residential condominium building at the north-west corner of
Markham Road and Golden Avenue; and further,
3) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
13. FOREST BAY HOMES
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND
SITE PLAN APPLICATION TO
FACILITATE RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT
AT THE SOUTH-EAST CORNER OF
MARKHAM ROAD
AND DENISON STREET
(ZA & SC 11 115754) (10.5,
10.6)
Report
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the report titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Forest Bay
Homes, Zoning By-law amendment and Site Plan application to facilitate residential
development at the south-east corner of Markham Road and Denison Street, File
Nos: ZA & SC 11 115754,” dated January 17, 2011 be received; and,
2) That a Public Meeting be held to consider the application
submitted by Forest Bay Homes for a Zoning By-law amendment to facilitate
residential development at the south-east corner of Markham Road and Denison
Street; and further,
3) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
14. JADE-KENNEDY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
APPLICATION FOR ZONING BY-LAW
AMENDMENT
TO REZONE PORTIONS OF 102, 132
AND 138 HELEN AVENUE
TO CONSOLIDATE THE ZONING
ACROSS THE
NORTHERN PORTIONS OF THE
PROPERTIES
TO ADDRESS THE FUTURE DELIVERY
OF A
PROPOSED LANEWAY AND TO
FACILITATE A
FUTURE TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT
(ZA 11 123127) (10.5)
Report
The Committee received several
deputations on related agenda items: # 9, Harry Cook Developments Inc.; # 14,
Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation; and # 18, the South Unionville Parkland
Issue.
Flora Wen spoke of the
shortage of parklands in South Unionville, resulting in overcrowding of the existing
parks. Ms. Wen discussed safety concerns for children and parking issues with
respect to having to travel farther to existing parks. Ms. Wen read a letter
submitted by the South Unionville Community Association (SUCA) recommending
development be halted until the developers group fulfils its obligation to
provide parkland, and that the impacts of the proposed road alignment be
considered.
Amanda Godfrey provided a
written submission and spoke of the pressure that development has put on the
existing parks. Ms. Godfrey also expressed concern for traffic and safety
issues relating to the local school, pedestrian walkway and extension of South
Unionville Avenue.
Tom Han, speaking for members
of the community, stated that there is a deficit in parkland for South
Unionville, and suggested that cash-in-lieu payments may not be adequate. Mr.
Han referred to his written submission and suggested that parkland calculations
include lands extending north to Highway 7. He requested that area development
be delayed until the parkland issue is resolved.
Shakir
Rehmatullah of Flato Management Inc., representing Harry Cook Developments,
requested their development application proceed to a Public Meeting. Mr.
Rehmatullah reviewed the development history of South Unionville and the
obstacles in obtaining parklands, and offered to work with the residents to
resolve this issue. He described the significant role played by his company in
completing the community and providing the road network.
Edward
Mak, representing Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation, gave a summary
of their proposal and displayed
area maps, suggesting the Jade-Kennedy development has no bearing on the
conversion of South Unionville parkland.
Staff
discussed agenda Item # 18 regarding the status report for the South Unionville
Parkland Issue and explained that the problem arises from fragmentation of land
ownership. Staff are seeking authorization to proceed with a land value
appraisal, for 4.9 acres of outstanding parkland. Servicing issues and other factors
impacting the overall development of the area were discussed. The Committee
discussed at length the requests of the residents and options available.
Cathy
Innamorato, a South Unionville resident whose family owns two properties north
of 407 being considered for parkland, advised that the owners are now willing
to negotiate for fair-market value sale of the lands for park purposes. Ms.
Innamorato disclosed that she is a Real Estate Broker.
The
Committee noted that a shortage of playground equipment is a separate issue
from the acquisition of parklands. Staff advised that Urban Design staff are in
the process of designing parks and additional play features for the area. The
Committee requested Urban Design staff provide an update on projects including timeframes
for completion, prior to, or at, the Public Meetings for the development
applications. Staff were also requested to provide a written response to the
submissions received with the Public Meeting package. It was also suggested the
Unionville Subcommittee could convene a meeting on the parkland issue, if
necessary.
Moved by:
Regional Councillor Gord Landon
Seconded
by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the written
submissions by Glenn Baron, Tom Han, the
South Unionville Community Association (SUCA) and Amanda Godfrey regarding
Harry Cook Developments Inc., Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation, and the
South Unionville Parkland Issue be received; and,
2)
That the
deputations by Flora Wen, Amanda Godfrey, Tom Han, Shakir Rehmatullah of Flato
Management Inc., representing Harry Cook Developments, and Edward Mak,
representing Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation and Cathy
Innamorato be received; and,
3) That the report titled; “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Jade-Kennedy
Development Corporation, Application for zoning by-law amendment to rezone
portions of 102, 132 and 138 Helen Avenue to consolidate the zoning across the
northern portions of the properties to address the future delivery of a
proposed laneway and to facilitate a future townhouse development, FILE NO.: ZA
11 123127” dated January 17, 2012, be received; and,
4) That a Public Meeting be held to consider the Zoning
Amendment application submitted by Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation to
rezone portions of 102, 132 and 138 Helen Avenue to consolidate the zoning
across the northern portions of the properties to address the future delivery
of a proposed laneway and to facilitate a future townhouse development; and
further,
5) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
15. DRAFT PLANS OF CONDOMINIUM
AND PUBLIC MEETINGS (10.0)
Report
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services,
advised that this is a technical matter and he explained the procedures and
considerations involved. Condominiums are normally dealt with through continued
zoning and site plan applications, involving a public meeting on zoning. Plans
of Condominium are another process layer and there may not be merit in holding
an additional public meeting to deal with condo tenure.
The Committee supported the delegation of approval to
exempt from the requirement for a Public Meeting, with the exception that any
conversions from rental to condominium tenure be presented to Development
Services Committee. Staff were also directed to include condominium-related
information on the initial reports for the developments.
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
1) That the Staff report, entitled “Draft Plans of Condominium
and Public Meetings” dated January
17, 2012, be received; and,
2) That the By-law attached
as Appendix ‘A’ to delegate authority to the Director of Planning and Urban
Design or designate to exempt, at their discretion, the
requirement for a statutory Public Meeting held in accordance with clause
51(20)b of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13
as amended, in regards to a vacant land condominium description and/or common
elements condominium description, be
sent directly to Council and enacted without further notice; and further,
3) that Staff be authorized and
directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
16. DRAFT - ROUGE PARK TRAILS MASTER PLAN
(10.0)
Report Figures
1-5 Figures
6-12 Staff
Presentation Rouge
Park Presentation
Liz Wimmer, Senior Environmental Planner, gave a brief
overview of the Town’s participation in the Rouge Park Trails Master Plan.
Michael Bender, General Manager of Rouge Park, and
Michelle Holmes, Manager of Visitor Experience for Rouge Park, were in
attendance to give a presentation on the Rouge Park trails Master Plan. Mr.
Bender expressed appreciation to the Town of Markham for its support of the Plan.
He provided an overview of the process to date, including public consultation
and focus group sessions with stakeholders. Mr. Bender discussed the goals,
visions and challenges, and the objective of connecting and protecting an
extensive network of valued parklands.
The Committee thanked staff and the consultants for
their work on this project. Several comments were made regarding:
-
the identification of a possible
future transit node at point “F”
-
getting from point “G” to “A” and
a potential pedestrian bridge over the railway to connect Markham Communities
to the Rouge Park
-
National Park issues, particularly
the potential boundaries and preservation of heritage houses
-
Cedar Grove Community Park and
access via Christ the King Cemetery
-
access points from the Cornell
community into the Rouge Park
-
“D” area as a potential second
Milne Park
-
timeframe for completion for lands
south of Steeles Avenue and access point
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
1)
That the
presentation regarding the Draft Rouge Park Trails Master Plan be received;
and,
2) That the staff report entitled “Draft Rouge Park Trails
Master Plan” dated January 17, 2011 be received and endorsed; and,
3) That the report and Council resolution be forwarded to the
Rouge Park and TRCA; and,
4) That staff continue to monitor and participate in the Rouge
Park Trails Master Plan process and report back to Committee upon finalization
of the Plan; and further,
5) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
17. AMICA (SWAN LAKE) CORPORATION
APPLICATIONS TO AMEND THE
SECONDARY PLAN
AND ZONING BY-LAW AND FOR SITE
PLAN APPROVAL
TO PERMIT A RETIREMENT
RESIDENCE AT 6380 16TH AVENUE
AND TO FACILITATE ALTERATIONS
TO THE EXISTING
RETIREMENT RESIDENCE AT 6360
16TH AVENUE
IN THE SWAN LAKE COMMUNITY
(OP 09 118339, ZA 09 118346,
SC 09 125517 & SC 09 125867) (10.4, 10.5, 10.6)
Report
Neil Pattison, representing the applicant, Amica (Swan
Lake) Corporation, displayed the site plan for a three storey extension and
alterations to the four storey retirement residence.
The Project Architect displayed the drawings relating
to the original concept in 2009, and the current proposal for 76 units,
including elevations, the landscape plan and phasing. A potential future Phase
3 expansion was also reviewed.
Staff and the applicants responded to several
questions from the Committee relating to parkland dedication, easements,
pathways, demographics of the residents, and other issues. The Committee
discussed the Amica brand and standards, and the ability to integrate and
accommodate the aging residents. Mr. Patterson advised the facility will not be
gated. The existing sales centre will be demolished in the near future, and the
smaller building will be used as a temporary construction office.
Concern was expressed for the proximity of the parking
spaces to the lake, however, it was discussed that this location provides
better accessibility. Other concerns include the use of Sugar Maple trees which
are a threatened species and perhaps a variety of species should be used; storm
water facilities in a sensitive area; the use of glass balconies which are
dangerous to birds; and inclusion of a
corridor for wildlife. The applicants were requested to revisit these issues.
It was suggested that if there is an opportunity to use leftover parkland
dedication funds, the health of the lake should be addressed.
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the presentation by
Neil Pattison and the Project Architect, representing the applicant, Amica
(Swan Lake) Corporation, be received; and
2) That the report titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Amica (Swan
Lake) Corporation, Application to amend the Secondary Plan and Zoning By-law
and for site plan approval to permit a retirement residence at 6380 16th
Avenue and to facilitate alterations to the existing retirement residence at
6360 16th Avenue, in the Swan Lake community, File Nos: OP 09
118339, ZA 09 118346, SC 09 125517 & SC 09 125867” dated January 17, 2012,
be received; and,
3) That the record of the Public Meeting held on November 3,
2009 regarding the applications to amend the Swan Lake Secondary Plan and
Zoning By-law 177-96, as amended, be received; and,
4) That the application submitted by Amica (Swan Lake)
Corporation to amend the Swan Lake Secondary Plan (OPA 17) (OP 09 118339) to
permit a retirement residence at 6380 16th Avenue, be approved, and
the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Appendix ‘C’ be finalized and
adopted without further notice; and,
5) That the application submitted by Amica (Swan Lake) Corporation
to amend Zoning By-law 177-96, as amended (ZA 09 118346) to permit a retirement
residence at 6380 16th Avenue, be approved, and the draft By-law
attached as Appendix ‘D’ be finalized
and enacted without further notice; and,
6) That the site plan application submitted by Amica (Swan
Lake) Corporation (SC 09 125517) to permit a new retirement residence at 6380
16th Avenue (Phase 2), be endorsed in principle, subject to the
conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’; and,
7) That Site Plan Approval (SC 09 125517) be delegated to the
Director of Planning and Urban Design or his designate, to be issued following
execution of a site plan agreement. Site
Plan Approval is issued only when the Director has signed the Site Plan; and,
8) That the site plan application submitted by Amica (Swan
Lake) Corporation (SC 09 125867) to make alterations to the existing retirement
residence at 6360 16th Avenue (Phase 1), be endorsed in principle,
subject to the conditions attached as Appendix ‘B’; and,
9) That Site Plan Approval (SC 09 125867) be delegated to the
Director of Planning and Urban Design or his designate, to be issued following
execution of a site plan agreement. Site
Plan Approval is issued only when the Director has signed the Site Plan; and,
10) That conditional 2011 servicing
allocation for 26 apartment units be assigned to the proposed development,
subject to written confirmation from the Trustee of Landowners Group that
servicing allocation is available from the 2011/2012 sewer and water allocation
previously assigned to Swan Lake; and,
11) That the Town reserves the right to
revoke or reallocate the servicing allocation should development not proceed in
a timely manner; and further,
12) That Staff be authorized and directed to
do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
18. INFORMATION REPORT
UPDATE ON SOUTH UNIONVILLE
PARKLAND ISSUES (6.3)
Report
The Committee received several
deputations on related agenda items: # 9, Harry Cook Developments Inc.; # 14,
Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation; and # 18, the South Unionville Parkland
Issue.
Flora Wen spoke of the
shortage of parklands in South Unionville, resulting in overcrowding of the
existing parks. Ms. Wen discussed safety concerns for children and parking
issues with respect to having to travel farther to existing parks. Ms. Wen read
a letter submitted by the South Unionville Community Association (SUCA)
recommending development be halted until the developers group fulfils its
obligation to provide parkland, and that the impacts of the proposed road
alignment be considered.
Amanda Godfrey provided a
written submission and spoke of the pressure that development has put on the
existing parks. Ms. Godfrey also expressed concern for traffic and safety
issues relating to the local school, pedestrian walkway and extension of South
Unionville Avenue.
Tom Han, speaking for members
of the community, stated that there is a deficit in parkland for South
Unionville, and suggested that cash-in-lieu payments may not be adequate. Mr.
Han referred to his written submission and suggested that parkland calculations
include lands extending north to Highway 7. He requested that area development
be delayed until the parkland issue is resolved.
Shakir
Rehmatullah of Flato Management Inc., representing Harry Cook Developments,
requested their development application proceed to a Public Meeting. Mr. Rehmatullah
reviewed the development history of South Unionville and the obstacles in
obtaining parklands, and offered to work with the residents to resolve this
issue. He described the significant role played by his company in completing
the community and providing the road network.
Edward
Mak, representing Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation, gave a summary
of their proposal and displayed
area maps, suggesting the Jade-Kennedy development has no bearing on the
conversion of South Unionville parkland.
Staff
discussed agenda Item # 18 regarding the status report for the South Unionville
Parkland Issue and explained that the problem arises from fragmentation of land
ownership. Staff are seeking authorization to proceed with a land value
appraisal, for 4.9 acres of outstanding parkland. Servicing issues and other
factors impacting the overall development of the area were discussed. The
Committee discussed at length the requests of the residents and options
available.
Cathy
Innamorato, a South Unionville resident whose family owns two properties north
of 407 being considered for parkland, advised that the owners are now willing
to negotiate for fair-market value sale of the lands for park purposes. Ms.
Innamorato disclosed that she is a Real Estate Broker.
The
Committee noted that a shortage of playground equipment is a separate issue
from the acquisition of parklands. Staff advised that Urban Design staff are in
the process of designing parks and additional play features for the area. The
Committee requested Urban Design staff provide an update on projects including
timeframes for completion, prior to, or at, the Public Meetings for the
development applications. Staff were also requested to provide a written
response to the submissions received with the Public Meeting package. It was
also suggested the Unionville Subcommittee could convene a meeting on the
parkland issue, if necessary.
Moved by: Councillor Don Hamilton
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Gord Landon
1) That the written
submissions by Glenn Baron, Tom Han, the
South Unionville Community Association (SUCA) and Amanda Godfrey regarding
Harry Cook Developments Inc., Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation, and the
South Unionville Parkland Issue be received; and,
2)
That the
deputations by Flora Wen, Amanda Godfrey, Tom Han, Shakir Rehmatullah of Flato
Management Inc., representing Harry Cook Developments, and Edward Mak,
representing Jade-Kennedy Development Corporation and Cathy
Innamorato be received; and,
3) That the report dated January 17, 2012 titled “Update on
South Unionville Parkland issues” be received; and,
4) That the Manager of Real Property be directed to undertake
an appraisal of the properties required to complete the west half of the South
Unionville Park; and,
5) That staff report back following the completion of the
appraisal and further discussions with the relevant parties including the
Trustee for the Landowner’s Group; and further,
6) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
19. GLYNNWOOD /SHOULDICE
POND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
7700 BAYVIEW AVENUE, THORNHILL
(5.0)
Report
Alan Brown, Director of Engineering, summarized the
background and terms for the pond maintenance agreement. It was noted that the
pond will be monitored regularly, and it is anticipated sediment will be
cleaned up approximately every 25 years. Staff will report back on the possible
storm sewer diversion for Glynnwood.
The Ward Councillor thanked staff and highlighted the
importance of this project to the residents. It was clarified that the report
should refer to the 150 year storm event. A potential walkway from Bayview
Avenue to Yonge Street was also noted. Staff were requested to use sensitivity
with respect to the goldfish and other wildlife in the existing pond. Staff
will report back to Councillor Burke on the issues discussed.
Moved by: Councillor Alan Ho
Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
1) That the Development
Services Commission report titled “Glynnwood-Shouldice
Pond Maintenance Agreement”
dated January 17, 2012 be received; and,
2) That the Mayor and Clerk
be authorized to execute an agreement for storm drainage works with the
Regional Municipality of York, Lifestyle (Glynnwood) Ltd., and Shouldice
Hospital Ltd. to the satisfaction of the
Chief Administrative Officer and the Town Solicitor; and,
3) That staff report back
as to further storm sewer improvements on the Glynnwood site; and further,
4) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution:
CARRIED
20. FEASIBILITY OF UNDERGROUNDING OF
OVERHEAD HYDRO DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEMS (5.0)
Report
Alan Brown, Director of Engineering provided an update
on this issue. Costs and funding were discussed. Staff will provide a further
update as necessary.
The Committee discussed funding sources and suggested
Markham Hydro, PowerStream, and developers be approached for discussions.
Staff indicated that the Town must be specific in what
and where the undergrounding is being requested, and develop a criteria for
priority corridors such as heritage areas, downtowns, and high-rise buildings.
Staff was requested to review the process used by the City of Toronto, and to
bring forward a criteria and a funding formula.
It was noted that Circlewood Park on Page 201 should
be Cricklewood Park, and that Main Street Markham from Bullock Drive to Major
Mackenzie should be added.
Staff was directed to bring forward a resolution to
Council on January 24, 2012, initiating a pilot project of the Rodick Road to
Sciberras Road corridor along Highway 7, and to report back at a future meeting
on a priority criteria and funding formula.
Moved by: Regional Councillor Jim Jones
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That the staff report entitled
“Feasibility of Undergrounding of Overhead Hydro Distribution Systems” be
received; and,
**2) That
Powerstream and the Region of York be requested to undertake with the Town of
Markham , a pilot project for the undergrounding of power and utility
lines in Markham Centre from Rodick Road to Sciberras Road along Highway 7 in
2012/2013; and,
3) That
Powerstream be requested to include the Hwy 7 pilot project as part of their
spring 2012 submission to the Ontario Energy Board for an 2013 rate increase to
help finance the undergrounding of their overhead hydro lines; and further,
4) That staff report back on criteria as
to which roads should have underground hydro lines, funding options and cost
sharing formula for the pilot project.
CARRIED
21. IN-CAMERA MATTER (10.0)
Deputy Mayor Jack Heath requested consideration of New Business
in-camera, regarding [Section 239 (2) (c)] - A proposed or pending acquisition
or disposition of land by the municipality or local board in Ward 3.
Moved by: Councillor Don Hamilton
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) (e) of the Municipal Act, Development Services
Committee resolve into an in-camera session to discuss the following
confidential matter:
1) Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before
administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board
CARRIED
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That the Committee consent to receive new business regarding
[Section 239 (2) (c)] - A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of
land by the municipality or local board in Ward 3.
CARRIED BY 2/3 VOTE
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That the Development Services Committee rise from
in-camera session (1:21 PM).
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services
Committee meeting adjourned at 1:21 PM.
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