MINUTES
FEBRUARY 17, 2009 - 9:00 a.m.
DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES COMMITTEE
All Members of Council
Development Services Economic
Development
Chair: Councillor J.
Webster Chair: Regional Councillor T. Wong
Vice-Chair: Councillor D.
Horchik Transportation Issues
Chair: Regional Councillor G. Landon
PART B
Report Agenda
9:00 a.m. – Council Chamber
Attendance
Mayor F. Scarpitti Deputy Mayor J. Heath Regional Councillor J. Jones Regional Councillor G. Landon Councillor V. Burke Councillor J. Virgilio Councillor C. Moretti Councillor J. Webster Councillor D. Horchik Councillor A. Chiu Regrets Regional Councillor T. Wong Councillor L. Kanapathi Absent Councillor E. Shapero |
J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer J. Baird, Commissioner of Development Services A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services B. Librecz, Commissioner of Community and Fire Services R. Blake, Manager, West District R. Borooah, Town Architect A. Brown, Director of Engineering C. Conrad, Town Solicitor B. Karumanchery, Senior Development Manager V. Shuttleworth, Director of Planning and Urban Design A. Tari, Committee Clerk |
The Development Services Committee convened at
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None disclosed.
Mr. Alan Brown, Director of Engineering
delivered a PowerPoint presentation providing an update with respect to the
Milne Dam Conservation Area multi-use pathway.
He advised the Committee that a Public Information Meeting is scheduled
for
The Committee suggested including the financial summary at the Public Meeting.
There was discussion regarding the
preferred multi-use pathway alignments and the Committee suggested considering
a connection down
The Committee discussed the permeable materials being considered for the pathways. The Committee stated concerns that crushed limestone may not be a friendly material for cyclists. The Committee also stated concerns for the environmentally sensitive lands throughout the park and wanted to ensure that these lands are protected. There was discussion regarding accessibility (eg wheelchairs, scooters) and staff advised that there are certain issues regarding accessibility such as steep slopes.
Mr. Tupper Wheatley, Milne Park Conservation Association, addressed the Committee regarding the Milne Park Trails and stated his opposition to the proposed watercourse crossing. He stated concerns with the proposed gravel pathway because it would be a very narrow path and any run off would end up in the river. He suggested that staff consider the following:
· Have counts and surveys done on the number of cyclists currently using the existing paths and that would use the proposed pathways
· Formal pathways may lead to informal pathways and potentially increase the amount of litter and vandalism throughout the park
· A three season monitoring as suggested in the draft Environmental Policy Review study report
Staff advised that there are currently no statistics available regarding the number of people and cyclists using the paths. Staff suggested by educating the public you can minimize the issues such as litter and vandalism. Staff will follow up with the planner and consultant regarding the draft Environmental Policy Review study report.
Ms.
Mr.
Glen Baron,
The Committee thanked the residents for
their comments and/or concerns and indicated that they look forward to the
discussions at the Public Information Meeting.
The Committee pointed out the importance of having the proper
connectivity of an integrated cycle path system throughout the Town of
Moved by Councillor C. Moretti
Seconded by Councillor J. Webster
That the presentation provided by Mr. Alan Brown, Director of Engineering regarding the Milne Park Trail, be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting, Part B, held February 3, 2009, be confirmed.
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the minutes of the Development Services Public Meeting, held
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the minutes of the Heritage Markham
Committee meeting held on
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the minutes of the
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the minutes of the
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the minutes of the Cornell Advisory Group meeting
held on
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
That the minutes of the Unionville
Sub-Committee - Markham Centre meeting held on
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
1) That Committee receive
the report entitled “Report on Incoming
2) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Staff advised that the purpose of this
report is to request that the Region of York go back and review the proposed streetscape
design along
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
1) That the Development Services Commission Report entitled “Yonge Street Corridor – Streetscaping”, dated February 17, 2009, be received; and,
2) That Council approve the following
resolution addressing streetscaping on
a) Whereas the Region of York has identified the Yonge Street corridor as a high priority for investment in high-order transit; and,
b) Whereas the cost-effectiveness of public transit depends on high levels of transit ridership, and ridership levels depend on an urban environment which is attractive, pedestrian-friendly and complementary to the transit service in terms of densities, built form, roadway design and streetscaping; and,
c) Whereas the detailed design of Yonge Street transit facilities is expected to begin early in 2009; and,
d) Whereas reconstruction of a significant part of the Yonge Street right of way will provide an opportunity to incorporate streetscape improvements during construction of the transit facilities; and,
e) Whereas a comprehensive and detailed streetscape study for the Yonge Street Corridor is required to present the desired vision for the corridor and to coordinate and direct streetscape improvement projects; and,
f) Whereas the Region of York has the authority to coordinate and implement a comprehensive streetscape improvement program for the Yonge Street corridor; and,
g) Therefore be it resolved that the Council of the Town of Markham requests that the Region of York commit funding in its 2009 budget to a comprehensive and detailed streetscape study (including an implementation and funding strategy) for the Yonge Street corridor north of Steeles Avenue, and expedite initiation of the study to ensure its completion and implementation in coordination with the construction of subway-related works, in consultation with the Town of Markham, City of Vaughan and Town of Richmond Hill; and,
3) That the resolution be forwarded to York Region, the City of Vaughan, and the Town of Richmond Hill; and further,
4) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
1) That the staff report
entitled “PRELIMINARY REPORT,
2) That a Public Meeting
be held to consider the zoning by-law amendment application (ZA 08 129192)
submitted by the
3) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor J. Virgilio
1) That Council be advised that in
accordance with Delegation By-law 2002-202, and additional site specific
delegations authorized by Development Services Committee, the Commissioner of
Development Services or the Director of
2) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor J. Virgilio
Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu
1) That the report dated
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Mayor F. Scarpitti
1) That the staff report dated February 17, 2009 entitled “INTERIM STATUS REPORT; Gemcross Developments (Constrada Aggregate Recycling Facility); 350 Rodick Road; Application for zoning by-law amendment to permit the existing aggregate recycling facility for an additional three years,” be received.
CARRIED
The Committee stated concerns with respect
to the
Ms. Debra Lapp,
Ms. Bernadette Manning,
The Committee thanked staff for their excellent work and suggested that the workshop take place in March 2009. Staff advised that they will need to coordinate with Members of Council and are awaiting comments back from the various stakeholders and agencies. Staff will follow up on the date of the workshop.
Mr. Alan Wells, Chair, Rouge Park Alliance, addressed the Committee and indicated his support for the majority of the points raised in the RPITF report. He advised that the park needs to consider the main objectives which are to protect the watersheds and agricultural lands. Mr. Wells said that they will be setting up meetings with farmers to re-visit the area site by site. He encouraged the Committee to complete their position on agriculture. Mr. Wells stated that they want to work together.
The Committee requested that staff go back, and where appropriate, indicate where Council has already taken a position to avoid duplication.
Moved by Councillor D. Horchik
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Whereas the Rouge Park Implementation Task Force report dated November 25, 2008 was received by Council on December 16, 2008; and,
Whereas Council authorized the circulation of the Task Force report, and invited comments from agencies, boards, adjacent municipalities and the Provincial and Federal Governments; and,
Whereas Council also requested Town staff to provide comments on the Rouge Park Implementation Task Force Final Report; and,
Therefore be it resolved;
1) That the staff report entitled “Rouge Park Implementation Task Force Report – Staff Comments” dated February 17, 2009 be received; and,
2) That
the Town staff comments, along with comments to be received from other
agencies, boards, adjacent municipalities and the Provincial and Federal
Governments, be considered by Council at a future workshop to discuss comments
received, and next steps in dealing with
the
3) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
Moved by Councillor C. Moretti
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
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
matters (
1) LITIGATION MATTER - MINOR VARIANCE APPEAL TO ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD - 20 HEDGEWOOD DRIVE
2) LITIGATION MATTER - 1691126 ONTARIO INC. FOR OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT - 7161 & 7171 YONGE STREET, PROPOSED SETTLEMENT OF ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD
CARRIED
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
That the Committee rise from the in-camera
session (
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services Committee meeting
adjourned at