Council Meeting Minutes

Meeting Number: 11
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Live streamed
Roll Call
  • Mayor Frank Scarpitti
  • Deputy Mayor Michael Chan
  • Regional Councillor Jim Jones
  • Regional Councillor Joe Li
  • Regional Councillor Alan Ho
  • Councillor Keith Irish
  • Councillor Ritch Lau
  • Councillor Reid McAlpine
  • Councillor Karen Rea
  • Councillor Andrew Keyes
  • Councillor Amanda Collucci
  • Councillor Juanita Nathan
  • Councillor Isa Lee
Staff
  • Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative Officer
  • Trinela Cane, Commissioner, Corporate Services
  • Arvin Prasad, Commissioner, Development Services
  • Claudia Storto, City Solicitor and Director of People Services
  • Morgan Jones, Commissioner, Community Services
  • Bryan Frois, Manager, Executive Operations & Strategic Initiatives
  • Joseph Silva, Treasurer
  • Kimberley Kitteringham, City Clerk
  • Martha Pettit, Deputy City Clerk
  • Hristina Giantsopoulos, Election/Council & Committee Coordinator
  • Frank Clarizio, Director, Engineering
  • Giulio Cescato, Director of Panning & Urban Design
  • Stephanie DiPerna, Director, Building Standards
  • John Wong, Technology Support Specialist II
  • Darryl Lyons, Deputy Director, Planning & Urban Design
  • Shane Manson, Senior Manager, Revenue & Property Taxation
  • Evan Manning, Senior Planner, Heritage
  • Alice Lam
  • Hailey Miller
  • Lee Boudakian
  • Richard Fournier
  • Cajaanan Jeyanathan

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1.
CALL TO ORDER

 

The meeting of Council convened at 1:10 PM on May 1, 2024.  Mayor Frank Scarpitti presided.

INDIGENOUS LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We begin today by acknowledging the traditional territories of Indigenous peoples and their commitment to stewardship of the land. We acknowledge the communities in circle. The North, West, South and Eastern directions, and Haudenosaunee, Huron- Wendat, Anishnabeg, Seneca, Chippewa, and the Mississaugas of the Credit peoples. We share the responsibility with the caretakers of this land to ensure the dish is never empty and to restore relationships that are based on peace, friendship, and trust. We are committed to reconciliation, partnership and enhanced understanding.

2.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

 

There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest.

3.
APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MINUTES

 

3.1
COUNCIL MINUTES - APRIL 17, 2024

This item has attachments. 
1.Meeting Minutes - CM_Apr17_2024 - English.pdf
  • Moved byCouncillor Juanita Nathan
    Seconded byCouncillor Keith Irish
    1. That the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on April 17, 2024, be adopted.
    Carried

4.
PRESENTATIONS

 

There were no presentations.

5.
DEPUTATIONS

 

5.1
DEPUTATION ITEM 8.2.1 - RECOMMENDATION REPORT, DESIGNATION OF PRIORITY PROPERTIES – PHASE IX (16.11.3)

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Karen Rea
    Seconded byCouncillor Andrew Keyes
    1. That the rules of procedure be waived to allow a deputation from Francis Lapointe who already spoke on this matter at the Development Services Committee.
    Carried by Two Thirds Vote
  • Moved byDeputy Mayor Michael Chan
    Seconded byCouncillor Amanda Collucci
    1. That the deputation from Francis Lapointe providing comments regarding “Recommendation Report, Designation of Priority Properties – Phase IX” specifically on 7507 Kennedy Road (Ward 8) be received.
    Carried

6.
COMMUNICATIONS

 

6.1
LIQUOR LICENCE APPLICATION - ROTCHY BAR & GRILL (WARD 8) (3.21)

This item has attachments. 
1.Liquor Licence May 1 2024.pdf
  • Moved byCouncillor Juanita Nathan
    Seconded byCouncillor Reid McAlpine
    1. That the request for the City of Markham to complete the Municipal Information Form be received for information and be processed accordingly.
    Carried

7.
PROCLAMATIONS

 

There were no proclamations.

8.
REPORT OF STANDING COMMITTEE

 

8.1
REPORT NO. 16 GENERAL COMMITTEE (APRIL 16, 2024)

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byCouncillor Andrew Keyes

    That the report of the General Committee be received & adopted. (Items 1 to 2):

    Carried

8.1.1
BUILDING MARKHAM’S FUTURE TOGETHER (BMFT) 2020 – 2023 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE (16.23)

This item has attachments. 
1.2023_Building Markhams Future Together (BMFT) 2020 2023 Strategic Plan Update_Final.pdf
2.Appendix A Strategic Plan with Metrics_Final.pdf
3.Appendix B BMFT Additional 2023 Accomplishments_Final.pdf
4.Appendix C BMFT Metrics_2023_Final.pdf
5.Appendix D BMFT 2023 Highlights.pdf
6.BMFT Presentation April 2023_FINAL.pdf
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byCouncillor Andrew Keyes
    1. That the report entitled Building Markham’s Future Together (BMFT) 2020 – 2023 Strategic Plan Update be received; and further,
    2. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

8.1.2
BUILDING MARKHAM'S FUTURE TOGETHER (BMFT) 2020 - 2026 STRATEGIC PLAN REPORT (16.23)

This item has attachments. 
1.Building Markham's Future Together 2020 - 2026 Strategic Plan_Report_FINAL.pdf
2.Appendix A_Building Markham’s Future Together 2020-2026 Strategic Plan_Final.pdf
3.Appendix B_BMFT 2020-2026 Strategic Plan Summary_v1.pdf
4.Appendix C_BMFT_2020_2026_Presentation_GeneralCommittee.pdf
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byCouncillor Andrew Keyes
    1. That the report entitled Building Markham’s Future Together (BMFT) 2020 – 2026 Strategic Plan be received; and,
    2. That the revised Building Markham’s Future Together 2020 – 2026 Strategic Plan attached as Appendix A, be adopted by the City; and,
    3. That Staff report annually on the status of Building Markham’s Future Together 2020 - 2026 Strategic Plan; and further,
    4. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

8.2
REPORT NO. 17 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE (APRIL 23, 2024)

 
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li

    That the report of the Development Services Committee be received & adopted. (Items 1 to 7):

    Carried

8.2.1
RECOMMENDATION REPORT, DESIGNATION OF PRIORITY PROPERTIES – PHASE IX (16.11.3)

This item has attachments. 
1.RECOMMENDATION REPORT - Designation of Priority Properties - Phase IX.pdf
2.Appendix D (Phase IX).pdf
3.Written Submission - 7507 Kennedy Road(1).pdf
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li
    1. That the Staff report, dated April 23, 2024, titled, "RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Designation of Priority Properties – Phase IX”, be received; and,
    2. That the deputations made by E. Bruce Solomon, Joseph Virgilio, and Francis Lapointe at the April 23, 2024 Development Services Committee be received; and,
    3. That the communications submitted by Joseph Virgilio and Francis Lapointe, representing the owner of the property at 7507 Kennedy Road, providing comments regarding the above subject matter be received; and, 
    4. That the June 14, 2023, recommendation from the Heritage Markham Committee, in support of the designation of the following properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act (in accordance with Appendix ‘B’), be received as information:
      • 5011 Highway 7 East (Ward 3): “Eckardt-Sabiston House”; and,
      • 7792 Highway 7 East (Ward 5): “Armstrong-Coumans House”; and,
      • 7804 Highway 7 East (Ward 5): “Frank and Mary Jarvis House”; and,
      • 7842 Highway 7 East (Ward 5): “Russell and Alma Forster House”; and,
      • 7507 Kennedy Road (Ward 8): “John and Elizabeth Smith House”; and,
      • 10754 Victoria Square Blvd (Ward 2): “William and Hannah Hatton House”; and,
    5. That Council state its intention to designate 5011 Highway 7 East (Ward 3) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and,
    6. That Council state its intention to designate 7792 Highway 7 East (Ward 5) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and,
    7. That Council state its intention to designate 7804 Highway 7 East (Ward 5) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and,
    8. That Council state its intention to designate 7842 Highway 7 East (Ward 5) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and,
    9. That Council state its intention to designate 7507 Kennedy Road (Ward 8) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and,
    10. That Council state its intention to designate 10754 Victoria Square Blvd (Ward 2) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and,
    11. That if there are no objections to the designation in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk’s Department be authorized to place a designation by-law before Council for adoption; and,
    12. That if there are any objections in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, the matter return to Council for further consideration; and further,
    13. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

8.2.2
RECOMMENDATION REPORT, OBJECTION TO NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DESIGNATE – PHASE VI PROPERTIES (16.11.3)

This item has attachments. 
1.RECOMMENDATION REPORT - Objection to Notice of Intention to Designate - Phase VI Properties.pdf
2.Objection to Heritage Designation.pdf
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li
    1. That the Staff report, dated April 23, 2024, titled "RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Objection to Notice of Intention to Designate – Phase VI Properties”, be received; and,
    2. That the deputation by Rose Bortolussi made at the April 23, 2024 Development Services Committee be received; and,
    3. That the written objection to designation under the Ontario Heritage Act as submitted by the property owner of 7560 Ninth Line (Ward 7), be received as information; and,
    4. That Council affirm its intention to designate 7560 Ninth Line (Ward 7) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and,
    5. That the Clerk’s Department be authorized to place a designation by-law before Council for adoption; and,
    6. That the Clerk’s Department be authorized to publish and serve notice of Council’s adoption of the designation by-law as per the requirements of the Ontario Heritage Act; and further,
    7. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

8.2.3
RECOMMENDATION REPORT - NOTICE OF OBJECTION TO THE INCLUSION OF A PROPERTY ON THE MARKHAM REGISTER OF PROPERTY OF CULTURAL HERITAGE VALUE OR INTEREST, 7696 NINTH LINE, WARD 7 (16.11.3)

This item has attachments. 
1.RECOMMENDATION REPORT - Objection to Listing - 7696 Ninth Line.pdf
2.Ltr City of Markham Objection Heritage Act 7696 9th Line.pdf
3.Exterior Photos 7696 9TH LINE (Box Grove) Markham(1).pdf
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li
    1. That the April 23, 2024, report titled, “RECOMMENDATION REPORT - Notice of Objection to the Inclusion of a Property on the Markham Register of Property of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, 7696 Ninth Line, Ward 7”, be received; and,
    2. That the communication submitted by Joe Grant, LLF Lawyers LLP (representing the owner of 7696 9th Line), providing comments regarding the above subject matter be received; and,
    3. That the recommendation from the Heritage Markham Committee on February 20, 2024, that 7696 Ninth Line is not a significant cultural heritage resource and has no objection to removal of the property from the Markham Register of Property of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest (in accordance with Appendix ‘E’ of this report), be received as information; and,
    4. That Council supports removal of 7696 Ninth Line from the Markham Register of Property of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest; and further,
    5. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

8.2.4
RECOMMENDATION REPORT, 1377402 ONTARIO INC. AT 162 MAIN STREET NORTH, APPLICATIONS FOR ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AND SITE PLAN TO PERMIT THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE LANDS

This item has attachments. 
1.Recommendation Report - 1377402 Ontario Inc at 162 Main St Application for ZBA.pdf
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li
    1. That the report dated April 23, 2024 titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, 1377402 Ontario Inc., Applications for Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan to permit the development of the lands municipally known as 162 Main Street North (Markham Village) for a Business Office with Residential as an additional use (Ward 4), Files ZA 15 147635 and SC 15 147635”, be received; and,
    2. That the Zoning By-law Amendment application (File ZA 15 147635) submitted by 1377402 Ontario Inc. to amend Zoning By-law 1229, as amended, to permit Business Office and Residential as additional uses at 162 Main Street North, and to amend the development standards to permit the existing parking lot, be approved, and the draft By-law, attached as Appendix ‘C’, be finalized and enacted without further notice; and,
    3. That the Site Plan application (File SC 15 147635) submitted by 1377402 Ontario Inc. to permit the existing parking lot at 162 Main Street North, be endorsed in principle, subject to the conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’; and,
    4. That the Site Plan application (File SC 15 147635) be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or designate, with the issuance of Site Plan Approval following the execution of a Site Plan Agreement; and further,
    5. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
      (See By-Law 2024-76)
    Carried

8.2.5
RECOMMENDATION REPORT, 1628740 AND 1628741 ONTARIO INC. AT 2716-2730 ELGIN MILLS ROAD EAST, OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY 1628740 AND 1628741 ONTARIO INC. TO PERMIT A 32-UNIT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION

This item has attachments. 
1.Recommendation Report, Application for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment, 2716-2730 Elgin Mills Rd E.pdf
2.Figure 1 - Location Map(1).pdf
3.Figure 1 - Location Map(2).pdf
4.Figure 2 - Area Context and Zoning(1).pdf
5.Figure 3 - Aerial Photo.pdf
6.Figure 4 - Conceptual Site Plan.pdf
7.Figure 5 - Conceptual Elevations Front and Rear.pdf
8.Figure 6 - Conceptual Elevations End and Corner.pdf
9.Appendix A - Draft Official Plan Amendment.pdf
10.Appendix B - Draft Zoning By-law.pdf
11.P-3367 DSC Presentation - 2024-04-19.pdf
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li
    1. That the report titled, “RECOMMENDATION REPORT Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications submitted by 1628740 and 1628741 Ontario Inc. to permit a 32-unit residential subdivision at 2716-2730 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 2), File PLAN 23 150145”, be received; and,
    2. That the Official Plan Amendment application be approved and that the draft Official Plan Amendment, attached as Appendix ‘A’, be finalized and brought forward to a future Council meeting to be enacted without further notice; and,
    3. That the Zoning By-law Amendment application be approved and that the draft site-specific Zoning By-law, attached as Appendix ‘B’, be finalized and brought forward to a future Council meeting to be enacted without further notice; and,
    4. That servicing allocation for 32 units be assigned to the development and that the servicing allocation will be revoked or reallocated after a period of three (3) years from the date of Council approval should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and further,
    5. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution. 
      (See By-law 2024-77 and By-law 2024-78)
    Carried

8.2.6
RECOMMENDATION REPORT, TH (WARDEN) DEVELOPMENTS (BT) INC. AT 10506 AND 10508 WARDEN AVENUE, APPLICATION FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION BY TH (WARDEN) DEVELOPMENTS (BT) INC. TO FACILITATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF 137 LANE-BASED TOWNHOUSES,

This item has attachments. 
1.Recommendation Report, Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision, 10506-10508 Warden Ave.pdf
2.Figure 1 - Location Map.pdf
3.Figure 2 - Area Context and Zoning.pdf
4.Figure 3 -Aerial Photo.pdf
5.Figure 4 - Original Draft Plan of Subdivision.pdf
6.Figure 5 - Draft Plan of Subdivision.pdf
7.Figure 6 - Berczy Glen Detailed Land Use.pdf
8.Appendix A - Conditions of Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval.pdf
9.2024 04 23 MGP DSC Meeting Presentation.pdf
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li
    1. That the report titled, “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision by TH (Warden) Developments (BT) Inc. to facilitate the development of 137 lane-based townhouses, 136 back-to-back townhouses, mixed use blocks, a 2 ha dual use park/stormwater management block, a secondary school block, and the supporting road/lane network at 10506 and 10508 Warden Avenue (Ward 2), File PLAN 22 265291”, be received; and,
    2. That the Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-22021 be approved in principle, subject to the conditions set out in Appendix ‘A’ of this report and be brought forward to a future Council meeting once all outstanding matters have been resolved to the satisfaction of the Director, Planning and Urban Design; and,
    3. That the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or designate, be delegated authority to issue Draft Plan Approval, subject to the conditions set out in Appendix ‘A’, as may be amended by the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or designate; and,
    4. That Draft Plan Approval for Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-22021 will lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of Council approval in the event that a Subdivision Agreement is not executed within that period; and,
    5. That servicing allocation for 1,443 units be assigned to Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-22021; and,
    6. That the servicing allocation will be revoked or reallocated after a period of three (3) years from the date of Council approval should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and further,
    7. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

8.2.7
2024 UPDATED TERMS OF REFERENCE – FLATO MARKHAM THEATRE ADVISORY BOARD (6.2)

This item has attachments. 
1.2024 Updated Terms of Reference – Flato Markham Theatre Advisory Board.pdf
2.Flato Markham Theatre Advisory Board 2024 Propsed Terms of Reference.pdf
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li
    1. That the report titled “2024 Updated Terms of Reference - Flato Markham Theatre Advisory Board” be received; and,
    2. That Council approve the updated Flato Markham Theatre Advisory Board Terms of Reference; and further,
    3. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

8.3
REPORT NO. 18 GENERAL COMMITTEE (APRIL 30, 2024)

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Alan Ho

    That the report of the General Committee be received & adopted. (Items 1 to 2):

    Carried

8.3.1
CANCELLATION, REDUCTION, OR REFUND OF TAXES UNDER SECTIONS 357 AND 358 OF THE MUNICIPAL ACT, 2001 (7.3)

This item has attachments. 
1.Cancellation, Reduction, or Refund of Taxes under Sections 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act, 2001 - April 2024.pdf
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Alan Ho
    1. That the Report for the "Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Taxes under Sections 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act, 2001" be received; and,
    2. That the taxes totalling approximately $591,462 (incl. $6,410 of Stormwater Fees) be adjusted under Section 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act, 2001 of which the City’s tax portion is estimated to be $109,785; and,
    3. That the associated interest be cancelled in proportion to the tax adjustments; and,
    4. That the Treasurer be directed to adjust the tax roll accordingly; and further, 
    5. That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

8.3.2
THE MECP – MARKHAM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - DRINKING WATER INSPECTION REPORT (5.3)

This item has attachments. 
1.The MECP - Markham Distribution System - Drinking Water Inspection Report - January 30, 2024.pdf
2.The MECP - Markham Distribution System - Drinking Water Inspection Report - January 30, 2024 - Attachment A.pdf
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Alan Ho
    1. That the report entitled “The MECP – Markham Distribution System – Drinking Water Inspection Report, January 30, 2024” be received; and further, 
    2. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

9.
MOTIONS

 

9.1
SEASONAL OUTDOOR PATIOS

 
  • Moved byDeputy Mayor Michael Chan
    Seconded byCouncillor Andrew Keyes

    That the rules of procedure be waived to introduce a motion regarding seasonal outdoor patios.

    Carried by Two Thirds Vote
  • Moved byCouncillor Karen Rea
    Seconded byCouncillor Reid McAlpine

    Whereas the City of Markham’s temporary zoning by-law that allowed seasonal outdoor patios expired December 31, 2023; and,
     
    Whereas outdoor seasonal patios accommodate more customers and encourage a welcoming and vibrant street culture while contributing to the success of these small businesses and neighbouring others; and,
     
    Whereas various layers of compliance such as site plan and Building Code as well as other operational issues can inhibit or even dissuade business owners from establishing a seasonal patio;
     
    Therefore, Be It Resolved That the Council of the City of Markham direct Planning staff to review the city’s current approach to seasonal outdoor patios that includes determining whether the Site Plan Control By-law requirement for outdoor patios is necessary; and,
     
    That the report be brought forward to Development Services Committee on or before May 23, 2024.

    Carried

10.
NOTICE OF MOTION TO RECONSIDER

 

11.
NEW/OTHER BUSINESS

 

There was no new or other business.

12.
ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

There were no announcements. 

13.
BY-LAWS - THREE READINGS

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Ritch Lau
    Seconded byCouncillor Andrew Keyes

    That By-laws 2024-74 to 2024-79 be given three readings and enacted.

    Carried
Three Readings

13.1
BY-LAW 2024-74, A BY-LAW TO DEDICATE CERTAIN LANDS AS PART OF THE HIGHWAYS OF THE CITY OF MARKHAM (BLOCK 59 & 61, PLAN 65M-4806, PART OF LOT 25, PLAN 65R-40467)

This item has attachments. 
1.Road Dedication - Berczy Green Drive.pdf
2.Berczy Green Drive Dedication.pdf

Block 59 on Plan 65M-4806,  Reserve Block 61 on Plan 65M- 4806 and Part of Lot 25, Concession 4, designated as Parts 1 and 3, Plan 65R-40467 in the City of Markham, hereby established as part of the public highways of the City of Markham and named Berczy Green Drive.

  • Carried

13.2
BY-LAW 2024-75, BEING A BY-LAW TO PROVIDE FOR A LOW-INCOME SENIORS PROPERTY TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

This item has attachments. 
1.Low-Income Seniors Property Tax Assistance By-Law.pdf

Subsection 365(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O, c. 25, as amended (hereinafter called the “Act”), authorizes a local municipality to pass a by-law to provide for the cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes for eligible property owners whose taxes are considered by Council to be unduly burdensome; and the Council of the City of Markham deems it desirable and in the public interest to enact a by-law to implement a low-income seniors property tax assistance program (the “Program”).

  • Carried

13.3
BY-LAW 2024-76, A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW 1229, AS AMENDED AND TO AMEND BY-LAW 28-97, AS AMENDED, 

This item has attachments. 
1.By-law 2024-76 HOLD PROVISION BARC- 162 Main Street North (2).pdf
2.By Law 2024-76 Schedule A.pdf

This By-law applies land located on the west side of Main Street Markham North, between Bullock Street to the north, and Wilson Street to the south.  The subject property is currently zoned One Family Residential (R3) by By-law 1229, as amended in order to permit the existing heritage dwelling to be used for business office uses, as well as a range of residential uses. The Hold Provision is intended to ensure that the existing driveway be widened to permit two way traffic in the event that the property is converted to a Medical Clinic. (1377402 Ontario Inc at 162 Main Street North)
(Item 8.2.4)

  • Carried

13.4
BY-LAW 2024-77, 1628740 AND 1628741 ONTARIO INC. AT 2716-2730 ELGIN MILLS ROAD EAST - OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT (WARD 2) (10.3)(10.5) 

This item has attachments. 
1.Draft Official Plan Amendment for 2716-2730 Elgin Mills Road East, PLAN 23 150145.pdf
2.Schedule A.pdf
3.Schedule B.pdf

Being a By-Law to adopt Amendment No. 51 to the City of Markham Official Plan 2014, as amended. 
[2716-2730 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 2), File PLAN 23 150145]
(Item 8.2.5)

  • Carried

13.5
BY-LAW 2024-78, A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW 304-87, 177-96, AND 2024-19, AS AMENDED (1628740 AND 1628741 ONTARIO INC. AT 2716-2730 ELGIN MILLS ROAD EAST - ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT (WARD 2) (10.3)(10.5) 

This item has attachments. 
1.Draft Zoning By-law for 2716-2730 Elgin Mills Road East, PLAN 23 150145.pdf
2.Schedule A(1).pdf

This is a Zoning By-law to amend by-law 304-87, 177-96 and 2024-19, as amended, in order to permit a residential development on the lands.  It applies to a parcel of land located north of Elgin Mills Road East and west of Woodbine Avenue [2716-2730 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 2), File PLAN 23 150145]
(Item 8.2.5)

  • Carried

13.6
BY-LAW 2024-79, A BY-LAW TO DESIGNATE PART OF A CERTAINPLAN OF SUBDIVISION NOT SUBJECT TO PART LOT CONTROL - WYKLAND ESTATES INC., CORNELL PHASE 8

This item has attachments. 
1.Wykland Estates Inc. PLC Bylaw, Blocks 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12, 65M4660.pdf

The By-law applies to Blocks 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12, Registered Plan 65M-4660, located in the north-west quadrant of Cornell Centre Boulevard and Rustlewoods Avenue. The By-law will allow for the conveyance of 30 townhouse dwelling units with maintenance easements. (Wykland Estates Inc., Blocks 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12 of 65M4660, Cornell Phase 8)

  • Carried

14.
CONFIDENTIAL ITEMS

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Amanda Collucci
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Jim Jones

    That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, Council resolve into a private session to discuss the following confidential matters at 1:41 PM:

    Carried

  • Council resumed in open session and approved the following at 2:31 PM: 

14.1
COUNCIL

 

14.1.1
MINTO COMMUNITIES INC. - APPLICATION FOR SITE PLAN CONTROL AT 17 ANNA RUSSELL WAY, UNIONVILLE (WARD 3)

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byCouncillor Reid McAlpine

    NOTE:    UPON APPROVAL BY COUNCIL IN OPEN SESSION, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WILL BE REPORTED OUT AT THE OPEN COUNCIL MEETING THIS DATE, MAY 1, 2024:

    1. That the confidential verbal update re: Minto Communities Inc. - Application for Site Plan Control at 17 Anna Russell Way, Unionville, be received; and,
    2. That Staff be authorized to proceed as directed at the confidential session of the Council meeting on May 1, 2024.
    Carried

14.2
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE - APRIL 23, 2024

 

14.2.1
REQUEST FOR DIRECTION - ONTARIO LAND TRIBUNAL APPEAL OF DESIGNATION BY-LAW FOR 10690 MCCOWAN ROAD (WARD 6) (16.11.3)

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byCouncillor Reid McAlpine

    NOTE:    UPON APPROVAL BY COUNCIL IN OPEN SESSION, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WILL BE REPORTED OUT AT THE OPEN COUNCIL MEETING THIS DATE, MAY 1, 2024:

    1. That the Confidential Report, dated April 23, 2024, titled “Confidential Request for Direction Report - Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal by McCowan Elgin Developments Inc. of the Designation By-law for 10690 McCowan Road (Ward 6)”, be received; and,
    2. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to these resolutions.
    Carried

14.2.2
REQUEST FOR DIRECTION - ONTARIO LAND TRIBUNAL APPEAL OF DESIGNATION BY-LAW FOR 10725 KENNEDY ROAD (WARD 6) (16.11.3)

 
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li

    NOTE:    UPON APPROVAL BY COUNCIL IN OPEN SESSION, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WILL BE REPORTED OUT AT THE OPEN COUNCIL MEETING THIS DATE, MAY 1, 2024:

    1. That the Confidential Report, dated April 23, 2024, titled “Confidential Request for Direction Report - Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal by 10725 Kennedy Developments Limited of the Designation By-law for 10725 Kennedy Road (Ward 6)”, be received; and,
    2. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to these resolutions.
    Carried

14.2.3
REQUEST FOR DIRECTION OLT APPEAL BY STEELCASE ROAD WEST REGARDING CASH-IN-LIEU OF PARKLAND (6.3)

 
  • Moved byRegional Councillor Jim Jones
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li

    NOTE:    UPON APPROVAL BY COUNCIL IN OPEN SESSION, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WILL BE REPORTED OUT AT THE OPEN COUNCIL MEETING THIS DATE, MAY 1, 2024:

    1. That the Confidential Report entitled “Request for Direction re Ontario Land Tribunal appeal by Steelcase Road West Holdings Inc. at 1 Steelcase Road regarding Cash-in-lieu of Parkland” be received; and,
    2. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to these resolutions.
    Carried

14.3
GENERAL COMMITTEE - APRIL 30, 2024

 

14.3.1
YONGE NORTH SUBWAY EXTENSION  (WARD 1) (8.1);

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Jim Jones

    NOTE:    UPON APPROVAL BY COUNCIL IN OPEN SESSION, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WILL BE REPORTED OUT AT THE OPEN COUNCIL MEETING THIS DATE, MAY 1, 2024:

    1. That the confidential report regarding the Yonge North Subway     Extension be received; and, further,
    2. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

14.3.2
DONATION OF A MONUMENT (WARD 2)(6.6); 

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Keith Irish
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Jim Jones

    NOTE:    UPON APPROVAL BY COUNCIL IN OPEN SESSION, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WILL BE REPORTED OUT AT THE OPEN COUNCIL MEETING THIS DATE, MAY 1, 2024:

    1. That the Confidential report entitled “Donation of a Monument of Sara Corning for Installation at the Ashton Meadows Park” be received; and,
    2. That Council accept the donation of a monument of Sara Corning from the Armenian Community Centre of Toronto to be placed in Ashton Meadows Park as described in the report and attachments; and,
    3. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement (acceptable to the City Solicitor and the Commissioner of Development Services) with the donor for the donation, installation, and maintenance of the monument to be installed in Ashton Meadows Park; and, further,
    4. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
    Carried

15.
CONFIRMATORY BY-LAW - THREE READINGS

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1.By-Law 2024-73 Confirmatory By-Law.pdf
  • Moved byCouncillor Juanita Nathan
    Seconded byCouncillor Karen Rea

    That By-law 2024-73 be given three readings and enacted.

    Three Readings

    BY-LAW 2024-73, A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 1, 2024.

    Carried

16.
ADJOURNMENT

 
  • Moved byCouncillor Ritch Lau
    Seconded byRegional Councillor Joe Li

    That the Council meeting of May 1, 2024 be adjourned at 2:34 PM.

    Carried
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