MINUTES

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE

2007-10-16

Meeting No. 28

All Members of Council

Development Services                                                                 Economic Development

Chair:              Regional Councillor J. Jones                                                                   Chair:              Regional Councillor T. Wong

Vice-Chair:      Councillor J. Webster                                                                             Transportation Issues

                                                                                                                                        Chair:          Regional Councillor G. Landon

 

 

PART B

Report Agenda

9:00 a.m. – Council Chamber

 

 

Attendance

Mayor F. Scarpitti

Deputy Mayor J. Jones

Regional Councillor J. Heath

Regional Councillor T. Wong

Councillor V. Burke

Councillor E. Shapero

Councillor J. Virgilio

Councillor C. Moretti

Councillor J. Webster

Councillor D. Horchik

Councillor L. Kanapathi

Councillor A. Chiu

J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer

J. Baird, Commissioner of Development Services

A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services

A. Brown, Director of Engineering

C. Conrad, Town Solicitor

G. Duncan, Heritage Planner

V. Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design

A. Tari, Committee Clerk

 

 

The Development Services Committee convened at the hour of 9:05 a.m. in the Council Chamber with Councillor John Webster in the Chair.  Councillor John Webster continued as Chair for Transportation items 16 to 22.

 

 

 

DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

 

None disclosed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.         PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS (12.2.6)

 

Donato Capozzi, Labourer/Driver, Operations – 20 years

Lucy Hau, Secretariat Services Assistant, Clerk’s – 20 years

Brent Marshall, Stockkeeper, Operations – 20 years

Paul Parkin, Group Leader, Operations – 20 years

Dennis Riggs, Facility Coordinator, Centennial C. C., Recreation Services – 20 years

Garry Hale, Building Inspector II, Building Standards – 10 years

Marjorie Rebane, Manager, Corporate Communications, Corporate Communications – 10 years

Darlene Barker, Provincial Offences Officer Supervisor,  By-law & Licensing Division – 5 years

Anna Cowan, Administrative Assistant, Mayor’s Office, Mayor & Council – 5 years

Nick Samfira, Technology Support Specialist II, Information Technology Services – 5 years

Anna Eliadis, Contact Centre Representative, Contact Centre – 5 years

Robert Flindall, Manager, Operations and Maintenance, Operations - Waterworks – 3 years

Ryan O’Reilly, Gardener, Operations – 3 years

Mario Puopolo, Facility Operator II, Centennial C. C., Recreation Services – 3 years

Donald Roe, Recreation Supervisor Programs, Angus Glen C. C., Recreation Cervices – 3 years

Paul Sit, Fire Plan Examiner, Fire & Emergency Services – 3 years

Nashina Visram, Client Advisor, Information Technology Services – 3 years

 

 

 

2.         DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
- September 18, 2007, Part B (10.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting, Part B, held September 18, 2007, be confirmed.

CARRIED

 

 

3.         DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES
- September 18, 2007 (10.0)

            Minutes

 

Moved By Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded By Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the minutes of the Development Services Public Meeting, held September 18, 2007, be confirmed.

CARRIED

 

 

 

4.         REPORT ON INCOMING PLANNING APPLICATIONS
            FOR THE PERIOD OF AUGUST 18, 2007 TO SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 (10.0)

            Report

 

Moved By Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded By Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That Committee receive the report entitled “Report on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of August 18, 2007 to September 4, 2007” and direct staff to process the applications in accordance with the route outlined in the report.

 

And that Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

 

5.         JOLIE HOME INC.
            APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICIAL PLAN AND
            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS TO PERMIT
            A MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT EAST SIDE OF KENNEDY ROAD
            BETWEEN CASTAN AVENUE AND SOUTH UNIONVILLE AVENUE
            SOUTH UNIONVILLE COMMUNITY
            OP 07 126509 & ZA 07 126612 (10.3, 10.5)

            Report  Attachment

 

Moved By Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded By Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the report dated October 16, 2007 titled “Preliminary Report, Jolie Home Inc.” be received;

 

And that staff schedule a Public Meeting to consider the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications, when issues identified in this report have been addressed to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering;

 

And that staff be authorized to continue to process this proposal and initiate discussions with the applicants regarding the possible acquisition of the residual Town-owned lands;

 

And that Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.         2007 THIRD QUARTER UPDATE
            OF THE STREET NAME RESERVE LIST (10.14)

            Report  Attachment

 

Moved By Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded By Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That Development Services Committee receive the updated street name reserve list for the third quarter of 2007, attached as Appendix ‘A’ to the October 16th, 2007 staff report.

CARRIED

 

 

 

7.         DEMOLITION PERMIT APPLICATION 07 126030 DP
            HOUSE AND DETACHED GARAGE
            MS. IRINA GORDON
            179 JOHN STREET
            THORNHILL HERITAGE CONSERVATION DISTRICT (10.0, 16.11)

            Report  Attachment 

 

Mr. Karl Mahler, local resident, addressed the Committee with respect to the demolition application for 179 John Street.  Mr. Mahler supports staff recommendation to deny the demolition application but, supports altered plans for renovations and extensions of the existing structure.

 

Mr. Bill Wylie, local resident, addressed the Committee with respect to the demolition application for 179 John Street.  He also supports staff recommendation to refuse the demolition application.

 

Mr. Andrew Forensic, Walker Nott, Dragilevic and Associates representing the owner, Ms. Irina Gordon, of 179 John Street addressed the Committee with respect to the demolition application.  Mr. Forensic advised the Committee Ms. Gordon purchased the property one year ago and has spent approximately $27,000.00 in renovations in efforts to bring the house up to code.  He also advised the Committee this building is categorized as a “C” class building within the new Thornhill Heritage Conservation District Plan and demolition of C Class buildings are considered on a case-by-case basis.  Mr. Forensic suggested the Committee consider the following factors:  health issues with respect to mould, asbestos, lead; electrical would have to be re-wired to bring it up to code; and the dwelling is not very visible from the street due to the mature trees on the front of the property.  Mr. Forensic presented the Committee with the design and elevation of the new building Ms. Gordon is proposing to build.  He has been in consultation with Town staff and changed the design from a three car garage to a two car.  Mr. Forensic also stated the proposed design has some minor technical variances associated to it.

 

 

 

 

The Committee enquired if Ms. Gordon had the house inspected prior to purchasing it.  Ms. Gordon advised that the house was inspected prior to her purchasing and it was inspected again after they had moved in by Mr. Richard Shmit, Castle Group Building Inspection.  Mr. Shmit inspected the house after the renovations were completed and found the following:  moisture penetrating creating mould; asbestos to be removed; electrical to be re-wired and would have to trench around the whole foundation of the building.  The Committee believes the existing dwelling is repairable and Ms. Gordon can work together with Town staff to preserve the original building and build on to it.

 

Ms. Marion Matthias, local resident, addressed the Committee with respect to the demolition application for 179 John Street.  She is in support with the staff recommendation to refuse the application and in favour of a compatible addition.

 

Ms. Judith Dawson, local resident, addressed the Committee with respect to the demolition application for 179 John Street.  Ms. Dawson is in support of the staff recommendation to refuse the application.

 

The Committee stated that it appears many of the Thornhill residents do not agree with the “C” class buildings within the new Thornhill Heritage Conservation District Plan and enquired if there is an approach that can be taken to help avoid confrontational meetings every time.  Staff advised the newly adopted Thornhill Heritage Conservation District Plan has guidelines in place to be followed when considering a “C” class building.

 

Moved by Councillor V. Burke

Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That the correspondence from Barry Nelson, George Bitsakakis, Danny Lew and Lynn Grenier-Lew, be received;

 

And that the deputations from Karl Mahler, Bill Wylie, Marion Matthias and Judith Dawson, in support of the refusal of the demolition permit, be received;

 

And that in accordance with the recommendation of Heritage Markham, Council refuse the demolition permit application for the c.1948 house at 179 John Street;

 

And that the applicant be requested to work with Town staff and Heritage Markham to create an appropriate addition that will preserve the significant heritage attributes of the existing house;

 

And that the applicant be notified of Council’s decision as per the requirements of the Ontario Heritage Act;

 

And that Council indicate no objection to the demolition of the detached garage on the subject property.

 

And that Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

8.         REQUEST FOR DEMOLITION – DWELLING AND GARAGE
            100 JOHN ST., THORNHILL
            THORNHILL VILLAGE HERITAGE CONSERVATION DISTRICT (10.0, 16.11)

            Report  Attachment

 

Mr. Bill Wylie, local resident, addressed the Committee with respect to 100 John Street.  Mr. Wylie suggested the item be deferred to when an actual application for demolition is submitted.

 

Ms. Marion Matthias, local resident, addressed the Committee with respect to 100 John Street. She suggested the item be deferred to when an application is received.

 

Ms. Vivian Wylie, local resident, addressed the Committee with respect to 100 John Street.  Ms. Wylie is not in support of demolition and feels new homes remove the Heritage ambiance in Thornhill.

 

Staff advised the building was proposed as a class “B” although never technically classed “B”.  Staff confirmed 100 John Street is class “C” under the new Thornhill Heritage Conservation District Plan.

 

Staff advised that Heritage Markham and Heritage section staff have received a number of inquiries from the property owner and prospective purchasers on the status of the existing dwelling.  A report was prepared for Development Services Committee in order to establish clear policy direction of Committee and Council.

 

Moved by Councillor V. Burke

Seconded by Regional Councillor T. Wong

 

That the correspondence from Barry Nelson, be received;

 

And that the deputations from Bill Wylie, Marion Matthias and Vivian Wylie, be received;

 

And that the staff report entitled Request for Demolition – Dwelling and Garage 100 John Street, Thornhill dated October 16, 2007, be received;

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9.         INTENTION TO DESIGNATE UNDER PART IV
            OF THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT
            VICTORIA SQUARE SCHOOLHOUSE S.S. NO. 6
            10137 WOODBINE AVENUE
            THE UNIVERSAL GROUP (16.11)

            Report  Attachment

 

Moved by:  Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by:  Councillor C. Moretti

 

That, as recommended by Heritage Markham, the former Victoria Square Schoolhouse – 10137 Woodbine Avenue be approved for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage value or interest;

 

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

CARRIED

 

 

10.       FLATO DEVELOPMENT INC.
            DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION (19TM-06004) AND
            ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO CREATE
            MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL, PARK, SCHOOL
            AND ROAD BLOCKS, AND TO IMPLEMENT
            A SITE-SPECIFIC BY-LAW ON LANDS LOCATED
            ON THE WEST SIDE OF OLD KENNEDY ROAD,
            NORTH OF VICTORY AVENUE.,
            272 OLD KENNEDY ROAD
            MAIN STREET MILLIKEN
            (SU.06-106298 AND ZA.06-106303) (10.7, 10.5)

            Report  Attachment

 

The Committee had brief discussion with respect to the condition requiring the Owner to enter into a No Presale Agreement.

 

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Councillor C. Moretti

 

That the report dated October 16, 2007 entitled “Flato Development Inc. Draft Plan of Subdivision (19TM-06004) and Zoning By-law Amendment to create medium density residential, park, school and road blocks, and to implement a site-specific By-law on the west side of Old Kennedy Road, north of Victory Avenue, 272 Old Kennedy Road” be received;

 

And that the record of the Public Meeting held on May 16, 2006, regarding the proposed plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment be received;

 

And that draft plan of subdivision 19TM-06004 located on the west side of Old Kennedy Road, north of Victory Avenue, proposed by Flato Development Inc., be draft approved subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix ‘A’;

 

And that the draft implementing Zoning By-law (ZA 06 106303) to amend By-law 177-96, as amended, attached as Appendix “B” be finalized and enacted;

 

And that the Owner enter into a No Presale Agreement with the Town for Phase II, which agreement shall be registered on title, committing the Owner not to enter into any agreements of purchase and sale with anyone, including other developers or builders, for the subject lands (19TM-06004 – Phase II), until additional servicing allocation has been granted by Council for the proposed Phase II of the development;

 

And that the Owner provide to the Town the required payment of 30% subdivision processing fees in accordance with the Town’s Fee By-law;

 

And that the Owner provides written confirmation from the Trustee of the Milliken Main Street Landowners Group that servicing allocation is available for 16 townhouse units;

 

And that Flato Development Inc. be granted servicing allocation for 16 townhouse units, such allocation to be taken from the total current allocation for the Main Street Milliken Secondary Plan;

 

And that the Town reserves the right to revoke or re-allocate such servicing allocation at it’s sole discretion, should development not proceed in a timely fashion;

 

And that Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.       LOUIS AND GIANNA ALDROVANDI
            DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION (19TM-05007)
            TO CREATE  HIGH AND MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL, PARK,
            SCHOOL AND ROAD BLOCKS WEST OF OLD KENNEDY ROAD,
            NORTH OF VICTORY AVENUE
            60 VICTORY AVENUE AND 262 OLD KENNEDY ROAD
            MAIN STREET MILLIKEN
            (SU 05 011171) (10.7, 10.5)

            Report  Attachment

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio

 

That the report dated October 16, 2007 entitled “Louis and Gianna Aldrovandi, Draft Plan of Subdivision (19TM-05007) to create high and medium density residential, park, school and road blocks west of Old Kennedy Road, north of Victory Avenue at 60 Victory Avenue and 262 Old Kennedy Road”, be received;

 

And that the record of the Public Meeting held on October 17, 2006, regarding the proposed plan of subdivision be received;

 

And that draft plan of subdivision (19TM-05007) located north of Victory Avenue, west of Old Kennedy Road, proposed by Louis and Gianna Aldrovandi, be draft approved subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix ‘A’  and subject to amendment of the plan to conform with the Main Street Milliken Secondary Plan;

 

And that the Owner provide to the Town the required payment of 30% subdivision processing fees in accordance with the Town’s Fee By-law;

 

And that the granting of further servicing allocation be deferred until the time of Site Plan Approval;

 

And that the Owner shall enter into a No Presale Agreement with the Town, which agreement shall be registered on title, committing the Owner not to enter into any agreements of purchase and sale with anyone, including other developers or builders, for the subject lands (19TM-05007), until full servicing allocation has been granted by Council for the proposed development.

 

And that the Town reserves the right to revoke or re-allocate servicing allocation at it’s sole discretion, should development not proceed in a timely manner;

 

And that the draft plan approval for plan of subdivision 19TM-05007 will lapse after a period of three years commencing October 16, 2007, in the event that a subdivision agreement is not executed within that period;

 

 

And that Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

12.       ECKARDT CREEK EROSION CONTROL
            OPTIMIZATION STUDY (5.7)

            Report  Attachment

 

There was discussion surrounding existing development north of 16th Avenue and possible funding options.  Staff advised that they will review the status of the subdivisions to the north in the Berczy community, whether the subdivisions have been assumed and provisions in the existing agreements, and report back.

 

Moved by Councillor C. Moretti

Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu

 

That the staff report entitled “Eckardt Creek Erosion Control Optimization Study” dated October 16, 2007, be received;

 

And that staff be authorized to file the Eckardt Creek Erosion Control Optimization Study Class EA study with the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) for public review;

 

And that implementation of the retrofitting of the stormwater management pond (Bridal Trail Phases 3 and 4) to increase quality/quantity control be considered as part of the Markham Stormwater Strategy and future capital budget process;

 

And that Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

13.       MIKE AND ANGELA PAPAPETROU
           
APPLICATION FOR A ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
            TO PERMIT A VETERINARY CLINIC
            IN THE EXISTING BUILDING AT 79 GREEN LANE
            (
ZA-07-126533) (10.5)

            Report  Attachment

 

 

Moved by Councillor E. Shapero

Seconded by Councillor D. Horchik

 

That a Public Meeting be held to consider the application submitted by Mike and Angela Papapetrou for the rezoning of 79 Green Lane to permit a veterinary clinic.

 

CARRIED

 

14.       SIGN VARIANCE 5995 MAJOR MACKENZIE DRIVE (2.16.2)

            Report  Attachment

 

Moved by Councillor J. Virgilio

Seconded by Regional Councillor T. Wong

 

That the correspondence from David Johnston Architect Ltd., be received;

 

And that the ground sign variance, application # 07 115067, submitted by Cranford Developments Lt., be deferred to Development Services meeting on November 6, 2007. 

CARRIED

 

 

 

15.       PROPOSED POLICIES TO PROVIDE FOR
            NON LANE-BASED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
            IN THE CORNELL COMMUNITY (10.0)

            Report  Attachment

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Heath

 

That staff be authorized to schedule a Public Meeting to consider proposed policies regarding non lane-based residential development in the Cornell Community.

 

And that Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

16.       LADYSLIPPER COURT
            – PROPOSED VEHICULAR PARKING PROHIBITION (5.12)

            Report  Map  By-law

 

The Committee thanked Mr. A. Brown, Director of Engineering, and his staff for their continued efforts with respect to Ladyslipper Court.

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Jones

Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero

 

That the report entitled “Ladyslipper Court – Proposed Vehicular Parking Prohibition” dated October 16, 2007, be received;

 

And that the attached by-law to amend Schedule “C” of Traffic By-law 2005-188, pertaining to “Prohibited Parking”, by including the south side of Ladyslipper Court, between Laureleaf Road and the shared lot line of municipal addresses 33/35, be received;

 

And that the Operations Department be directed to install and maintain the appropriate signs upon approval of the attached by-law;

 

And that the Parking Control Department be directed to enforce the parking prohibition upon installation of the signs;

 

And that staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

 

17.       CLEGG ROAD & COURTYARD LANE
            TRAFFIC BY-LAWS (5.12)

            Report  Map  By-law  By-law  By-law

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Jones

Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero

 

That the report entitled “Clegg Road & Courtyard Lane Traffic By-laws” dated October 16, 2007, be received;

 

And that the attached by-law to amend Schedule “12” of Traffic By-law 106-71, pertaining to “Compulsory Stops”, by including the following intersections, be approved:

 

-         South Town Centre Boulevard & Clegg Road

-         Clegg Road & Courtyard Lane;

 

And that the attached by-law to amend Schedule “F” (50 km/h) of Speed Limit By-law 105-71, be amended to include Courtyard Lane in its entirety, be approved;

 

And that the attached by-law to amend Schedule “E” of Parking By-law 2005-188, pertaining to “No Stopping Zones”, by including the following streets, be approved:

 

-         Both sides of Courtyard Lane

-         North side of Clegg Road, from South Town Centre Boulevard to Warden Avenue

-         South side of Clegg Road, from South Town Centre Boulevard to Warden Avenue except for the parking bays.

 

And that the attached by-law to amend Schedule “L” of Parking By-law 2005-188, by including a parking bay on the south side of Clegg Road, from a point 130 metres west of Warden Avenue to Courtyard Lane be approved;

 

And that the Parking Control Department be directed to enforce the parking control by-laws upon installation of the signs;

 

 

And that the Region of York be requested to update their by-laws to include compulsory stops to be located at Hwy 7 at Courtyard Lane and the signals at Warden Avenue at Clegg Road;

 

And that staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

18.       POMANDER ROAD PARKING PROHIBITION (5.12)

            Report  Map  By-law

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Jones

Seconded by E. Shapero

 

That the item be deferred to a Development Services meeting in November 2007.

CARRIED

 

 

19.       2006 TRAFFIC CALMING PROJECT
            – RESIDENT SURVEY RESULTS AND NEXT STEPS (5.12)

            Report  Attachment A  Attachment B  Attachment C 

 

Staff advised the Committee that due to the amount of Public Consultation taking place it is difficult to complete the recommended streets within the cycle of one year.  The Committee requested staff report back on the status of the following streets:  Eden Avenue, Riseborough Circuit, Village Parkway and Carlton Road.

 

The Committee questioned whether the end result is worth the amount spent on Traffic Calming.  The Committee suggested exploring other options for example increase in enforcement.  Staff advised the studies indicate a decrease of 5-8kms/hour in speed as a result of Traffic Calming.  Staff advised as a result of winter conditions speed bumps are expected to have a life span of approximately 10 years.

 

The Committee suggested that staff be authorized to proceed with the Traffic Calming Design but, not to Tender until the Design is reviewed by the Committee.

 

Moved by Councillor D. Horchik

Seconded by Councillor E. Shapero

 

That the report entitled “2006 Traffic Calming Project – Resident Survey Results and Next Steps”, dated October 16, 2007, be received;

 

And that staff be authorized to proceed with the Traffic Calming Design, as outlined in this report, where residents have demonstrated support for traffic calming measures on Royal Orchard Boulevard, Village Parkway and Carlton Road (between Warden Avenue and Kennedy Road);

 

And that staff pursue, with the Town’s Traffic Safety Committee and local Councillor, the options as identified in this report to address speeding issues on Proctor Avenue, Village Gate Drive and Lockridge Avenue;

 

And that staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

20.       DONALD COUSENS PARKWAY
            HWY 407 TO BOX GROVE BY-PASS (10.0)

            Report  Attachment

 

Mr. A. Brown, Director, Engineering, reported that since the report was written negotiations with the Highcock parcel are complete.  He also advised that negotiating is underway with the Vettese parcel while the Region of York continues to proceed with expropriation.

 

Moved by Regional Councillor J. Heath

Seconded by Councillor D. Horchik

 

And that the staff report entitled “Donald Cousens Parkway: HWY 407 to Box Grove By-Pass” dated October 16, 2007, be received;

 

And that the Hold ‘H’ provisions for the ± 372 units in the Box Grove Community be lifted by by-law, subject to the following conditions:

 

·        Execution by all necessary parties of an amendment to the June 2002 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Box Grove Developers, the Region of York, and the Town of Markham to include conditions related to the construction of the Donald Cousens Parkway (from existing HWY 407 to the Box Grove By-Pass);

·        Posting of a Letter of Credit with the Town or Region to secure the construction of Donald Cousens Parkway;

·        Approval of a traffic study to the satisfaction of the Town of Markham and Region of York confirming that the proposed / existing road network (without the Don Cousens Parkway from Copper Creek Drive to Box Grove By-Pass) can accommodate the additional development;

·        Completion of construction of  the following portions of the roads or  posting a Letter of Credit:

1.      Copper Creek Drive (from its existing location near Tributary ‘B’ culvert crossing to Donald Cousens Parkway)

2.      Donald Cousens Parkway (from existing ramp HWY 407 to Copper Creek Drive);

 

 

 

 

 

And that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into an amendment to the June 13, 2002 Memorandum of Understanding or new agreement(s) with the Box Grove Developers and Region of York to the satisfaction of the Chief Administrative Officer, Town Solicitor and Commissioner of Development Services;

 

And that the Minister of Environment and the Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal be requested to assist in expediting the Environmental Approval for Donald Cousens Parkway;

 

And that Bruce Macgregor, CAO of the Region of York be advised accordingly;

 

And that staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

CARRIED

 

 

 

21.       GERALD D. HART
            REZONING OF GREENBELT RESIDENTIAL AT
            7165 BAYVIEW AVENUE (10.5)

            Letter

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio

 

That the letter from Dr. G. Hart, dated August 19, 2007, in objection to the rezoning application at 7165 Bayview Avenue; be received and referred to staff.

CARRIED

 

 

 

22.       HELEN AND GARY FOLKER
            BY-LAW ZA06-13382 ROUGE RIVER ESTATES (10.0)

            Letter

 

Moved by Councillor A. Chiu

Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio

 

That the letters from Ms. H. and Mr. G. Folker, dated July 25, 2007, in favour of the Town’s proposal to increase the setback between houses to 4 metres; be received and referred to staff.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

23.       NEW BUSINESS
            YONGE STREET CORRIDOR STUDY (5.10, 10.0)

 

Councillor V. Burke would like to express her thank you to Ron Blake, Senior Project Coordinator and Sabrina Bordone, Planner for taking the time to organize and include the Thornhill Residents with respect to the Yonge-Steeles Corridor Study.

 

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at the hour of 11:55 a.m.