NOVEMBER
16, 2010 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
MINUTES
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE
All
Members of Council
Development
Services Economic
Development
Chair: Councillor J. Webster Chair:
Vice-Chair: Councillor D. Horchik Transportation Issues
Chair: Regional Councillor G. Landon
Presentations,
Major Studies, Issues and Report Agenda
9:00 a.m. – Council Chamber
Attendance
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Mayor F. Scarpitti Deputy Mayor J. Heath Regional Councillor J. Jones Regional Councillor G. Landon Councillor V. Burke Councillor D. Hamilton Councillor C. Moretti Councillor J. Webster Councillor L. Kanapathi Councillor A. Chiu Regrets Regional Councillor J. Virgilio Councillor E. Shapero Councillor D. Horchik |
J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer J. Baird, Commissioner of Development Services A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services B. Librecz, Commissioner of Community & Fire Services R. Blake, Manager, West District A. Brown, Director of Engineering C. Conrad, Town Solicitor R. Hutcheson, Manager Heritage Planning P. Wokral, Heritage Planner B. Karumanchery, Senior Development Manager R. Kendall, Manager, Central District A. Tari, Committee Clerk |
The Development Services
Committee convened at 9:08 AM in the Council Chamber with Councillor J. Webster
in the Chair. Regional Councillor G.
Landon assumed the Chair for Transportation items, Nos.15 to 17.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None disclosed.
Richard Dainton, Facility Operator I,
Markham Village C.C., Recreation Services, 25 years
Mark Foster, Engineering
Technologist/Inspector, Engineering, 25 years
Martha Neely, Program Coordinator, Markham
Village, Recreation Services, 25 years
Ron Yakeley, Captain, Fire & Emergency
Services, 25 years
Heather Allan, Operations Clerk,
Operations, 20 years
Bob Bell, Recreation Supervisor, Milliken
Mills C.C., Recreation Services, 20 years
Nathalie Orsi, Supervisor, Administration
Development Services, Development Services
Commissioner's
Office, 20 years
Daniel Vincent, Provincial Offences
Supervisor, By-Law & Licensing Division, 20 years
Misbah Irfan, Lead Data Management,
Information Technology Services, 10 years
Ray Johnston, Building Inspector II,
Building Standards, 10 years
Lando Sisti, Building Inspector II,
Building Standards, 10 years
Jerry Arkema, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
David Asals, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Nick Atwell, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Xavier Bracken, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Wilson Chung, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Kevin Comrie, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Kevin Dent, Truck Driver, Operations, 5
years
Michael Fletcher, Waterworks Operator II,
Operations - Waterworks Division, 5 years
Colin Francis, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Robert Garland, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Christopher Haley, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Stuart Hart, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Aaron Hiley, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Jonathan Howard, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Kulendran Karthigesu, Mechanical Plans
Examiner, Building Standards, 5 years
Rob Klassen, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Joe Lanni, Fire Prevention Officer, Fire
& Emergency Services, 5 years
Benny Loughlin, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Claude Maillet, Facility Operator I, Angus
Glen C.C., Recreation Services, 5 years
Rocky Mino, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Richard Mitchell, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Nick Patel, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Steve Servinis, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Elijah Snobel, Facility Operator II,
Thornhill C.C., Recreation Services, 5 years
Katie Sonnichsen, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Bradley Sterling, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Donald Sutherland, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Don Taylor, Manager, Executive Operations,
CAO's Office, 5 years
Kevin Tsang, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Howie Tse, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 5 years
Brian Bailey, Recreation Supervisor,
Seniors, Thornhill C.C., Recreation Services, 3 years
Eddy Wu, QMS Controller, Operations -
Waterworks Division, 3 years
Councillor Webster addressed the Committee to express his heartfelt thanks for the opportunity to Chair the Development Services Committee meetings and thanked staff for their support throughout this period.
Mayor Frank Scarpitti on behalf of the Members of Council thanked Councillor Webster for his outstanding and professional job as the Development Services Committee Chair.
Commissioner Baird on behalf of all the Development
Services staff expressed sincere thanks and presented a water base colour portrait
of Main Street Markham by Ms. Linda Irvine as a token of thanks.
Mr. John Larsh addressed the Committee requesting that his address be changed from 4 Padget Place to 3 Padget Place because he believes the number 4 will lower the value of his home when he sells it.
The discussion of this item was linked to agenda item #9, which was brought forward for discussion.
Moved by Regional Councillor J. Jones
Seconded by Councillor L. Kanapathi
That the delegation from Mr. John Larsh be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon
That the request for a change of address from 4 Padget Place to 3 Padget Place be delegated to staff for approval.
CARRIED
Councillor Carolina Moretti advised the Committee that she has obtained legal advice and has been advised that she does not have a conflict of interest and will speak to this issue.
Mr. Charters Kenny of Legacy Home Inspections on behalf of the owner addressed the Committee stating that he believes that the bead joint cladding on part of the heritage house is not the original historic cladding at 20 Peter Street. He is requesting permission to remove the beaded profile and replace it with v joint exterior cladding, similar to that found on the other walls of the heritage house. He advised that there has been mould found on some of the beaded profile cladding and that his client is concerned of potential health issues for his family. Mr. Kenny indicated that they have scheduled a professional to come in and perform a mould inspection next week.
Staff addressed the Committee and presented their physical and photographic evidence that supports the staff and Heritage Markham's recommendation to retain and restore both profiles (v and bead) of wooden tongue and groove siding at 20 Peter Street. Staff pointed out that this home is a class "A" under the Heritage Conservation District Plan and that the main objective is to maintain as much of the original materials as possible.
There was discussion regarding whether it would be beneficial to obtain a third party peer review to determine whether the bead joint cladding is the original historic cladding. The Committee suggested that if a peer review is undertaken that the homeowner would have to pay the associated cost and that Heritage Staff would identify qualified consultants.
The Committee stated concern with the precedent that could be set if the owner is permitted to remove the beaded profile cladding.
The Committee discussed the home owner's stated concerns regarding mould.
The Committee suggested that Heritage Staff (and any interested Member of Council) meet with Mr. Kenny on site to try and resolve the outstanding issues and report back at the November 23, 2010 Council meeting.
Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
Seconded by Councillor C. Moretti
That the correspondence from Mr. Kirk J. Tobias be received; and,
That the staff memo for 20 Peter Street, Markham Village - Exterior
Cladding, be received; and further,
That the exterior cladding issue at 20 Peter
Street, Markham Village be referred directly to the November 23, 2010 Council
meeting.
CARRIED
Mr. Carmen Naccarato addressed the Committee advising that he appealed the decision of the Committee of Adjustment and the site plan application to the Ontario Municipal Board and is requesting that Committee support his position. He provided the Committee with a history of the minor variance and site plan applications. Mr. Naccarato pointed out that he worked with Heritage Staff while designing the house. He believes that he was not treated fairly by the Heritage Markham Committee.
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting, Part B, held
November 2, 2010, be confirmed.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the minutes of the Development Services Public meeting, held November 2, 2010, be confirmed.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the minutes of the Main
Street Markham Committee meeting held October 20, 2010, be received for
information purposes.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the minutes of the Unionville Sub-Committee meeting held September 9, 2010 and
October 18, 2010, be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Regional Councillor J. Jones
That the minutes of the
Heritage Markham Committee meeting held November 10, 2010, be received for
information purposes.
CARRIED
Report Figure 1 Figure 2 Appendix A Appendix B
Commissioner Baird addressed the Committee summarizing the proposed interpretation of criterion number 12 and pointed out that emergency response services do not have any objections to include odd numbers in the even numbered addressing sequence for small courts only. He advised that emergency service providers are still opposed to the transposing of address numbers on longer streets that have odd and even numbers on opposite sides of the street.
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Regional Councillor G. Landon
1) That the report entitled
“Reviewing Street Addressing Criterion Number 12”, dated November 16, 2010, be
received; and,
2) That Staff be authorized to interpret the intent of street addressing criterion number 12 to permit the inclusion of both odd and even numbers when assigning addressing in the case of small courts; and further,
3) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Councillor Logan Kanapathi inquired when the traffic control signals will be installed at the intersection at Riverwalk Drive and Box Grove By-Pass. Staff advised that they will consult with the Region of York and report back on the timing of installation of that intersection.
Moved by Councillor L. Kanapathi
Seconded by Councillor C. Moretti
1) That the report entitled
“Traffic Control Signals – Proposed By-Law Amendments”, be received; and,
2) That
Schedule 19 of Traffic By-law 106-71, pertaining to “Traffic Control Signals”,
be amended by including the following intersections:
3) That the Schedule 12 of
Traffic By-law 106-71, pertaining to “Compulsory Stops”, be amended by
rescinding the stop control at the following intersections:
4) That the amended by-laws shall come into force and effect when the authorized traffic control signals have been energized; and further,
5) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Commissioner Baird summarized the staff recommendations outlined in the report.
Mr. Bob James, German Mills Residents' Association, addressed the Committee regarding the applications by Bayview Summit Development Ltd. and spoke in support of the majority of the staff recommendations. He believes that the staff reference to an overall density of 1.5 Floor Space Index (FSI) is too high and should not exceed a 1.0 FSI. Mr. James believes that there should not be any redevelopment approved prior to obtaining a professional traffic study that can withstand a peer review.
Mr. Fred Webber, Shops on Steeles Working Group member addressed the Committee with respect to the applications by Bayview Summit Development Ltd. and stated his support for the majority of the staff recommendations. He believes that a density of 1.5 FSI is not appropriate for this area. Mr. Webber believes that this location has been identified inappropriately under the Regional Official Plan.
Ms. Marsha Winton, Thornhill resident addressed the Committee regarding the applications by Bayview Summit Development Ltd. to address some of the issues raised by the surrounding community. She is concerned with the accessibility and usability of the proposed outdoor mall for both the seniors and disabled within the community.
Toronto Councillor David Shiner addressed the Committee with respect to the applications by Bayview Summit Development Ltd. and spoke generally in support of the staff recommendations. He is disappointed that after two years of meetings the applicant has not proposed a reasonable application. Councillor Shiner believes that there is no traffic capacity and no room for additional density without the delivery of rapid transit. He pointed out that there is no sewage capacity for the proposed residential density for this site.
Ms. Eileen Liasi, Thornhill resident addressed the Committee regarding the applications by Bayview Summit Development Ltd and stated concerns. She believes that the suggested density of 1.5 FSI is inappropriate for this location. Ms. Liasi is concerned with the negative impact this proposal will have on an already traffic congested area. She would like to see an indoor mall in place of the proposed outdoor strip mall. A proper traffic study is required, and any development must be phased and linked to transportation and transit improvements.
Councillor-elect Howard Shore addressed the Committee with respect to the applications by Bayview Summit Development Ltd and stated some concerns. He believes that a density of 1.5 FSI is unsuitable for this location. He is concerned with the proposed phasing. Councillor-elect Shore stated that the intersection of Don Mills Road and Steeles Avenue already faces severe traffic congestion and could not support any further residential density. He looks forward to productive discussions with staff and the applicant. He would also like to maintain the existing character of this community.
Ms. Maria Gatzios, Gatzios Planning on behalf of the landowner addressed the Committee and stated that she is in agreement with many of the staff recommendations. She advised that the owner would like to continue discussions with staff and Council.
The Committee requested that Ms. Gatzios elaborate on what she agrees and disagrees with in the staff report. Ms. Gatzios indicated that the suggestion to distribute the proposed residential uses across the site is of concern. The phasing being tied into the delivery of infrastructure requires more discussion and she pointed out that an enclosed mall is not viable or feasible for the owner.
Commissioner Baird advised that staff have properly referred to the Regional Plan context. He indicated that the Region looks to the local municipalities and Town Growth Management Strategy to establish where the municipality wishes to promote intensification within the Regional Corridors. The Region also defers to the local Official Plans in terms of scale and density intensification at those locations. Commissioner Baird pointed out that Town staff when working toward establishing the Growth Management Strategy did look Town-wide at opportunities for possible intensification areas, and this site was identified as an opportunity under the major corridor category. However, it is not locked in to any specific density or height. The proposed 1.5 FSI is from the order of magnitude exercise that was prepared to meet the Provincial and Regional growth forecasts. The recommendations addressed the need to phase any redevelopment.
The Committee suggested that the staff recommendation needs to clearly state that Markham Council does not support a specific residential density of 1.5 FSI. The Committee would also like to continue discussions with the applicant and try to work through some of the outstanding issues and concerns.
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Councillor L. Kanapathi
That the correspondence from Mr. Bob James, Mr. Fred Webber and Eileen Liasi be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
1) That the report entitled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT: Applications by Bayview Summit Development Ltd. for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for mixed-use, high-density residential and commercial development, 2900 Steeles Avenue East (n/e corner of Steeles Ave E and Don Mills Road), File Nos. OP 07 130802 & ZA 07 110745” be received only and that the Town of Markham Council not endorse any specific density at this time; and,
2) That the applications by Bayview Summit Development Ltd. for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments be denied as currently proposed; and,
3) That Council endorse in principle the built form and planning principles set out in Appendix A to this report and that the applicant be encouraged to continue to work cooperatively with staff to revise the development proposal to implement these principles; and,
4) That prior to any redevelopment of the site, the Commissioner of Development Services report back to Council on a phasing plan for the development of this site, based on the availability of servicing allocation and linked to the delivery of high order transportation infrastructure; and,
5) That staff be directed to attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing when scheduled; and,
6) That a negotiating group be established
with the Mayor, the Ward Councillor, staff and the applicant to work through
the outstanding issues and concerns related to their proposal; and further,
7) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Report Attachment A Attachment B
Mr. Baird advised the Committee that the Minister of Municipal Affairs approved the Region's Official Plan with some modifications. He pointed out that there is an appeal process and that there have been requests for referral to the Ontario Municipal Board. He also updated Committee on Amendment No. 3 to the new Official Plan, dealing with urban boundaries in the Town of Markham.
There was brief discussion regarding Region Official Plan Amendment No. 3 and policies in the Official Plan related to the Buttonville Airport.
Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
Seconded by Councillor A. Chiu
1) That the information report dated November 16, 2010, entitled “Approved Region of York Official Plan and adopted Amendment No. 3 to the Region of York Official Plan” be received; and,
2) That Staff provide updates to Development Services Committee on the status of the Region of York Official Plan and Amendment No.3 to the Region of York Official Plan as they become available.
CARRIED
Mr. Randy Peddigrew, Ruland
Properties addressed the Committee and provided some opening remarks regarding
the proposed phase 1 retail buildings at the southeast corner of Birchmount
Road and Enterprise Boulevard.
Mr. Sheldon Levett, Quadrangle
Architects delivered a PowerPoint presentation outlining the Ruland Properties
Inc. phase 1 retail programme. He
pointed out that this will be a walkable and transit oriented community.
The Committee complimented the
applicant on their proposal and requested to see the actual building materials
that will be used prior to the buildings being constructed.
Moved by Mayor F. Scarpitti
Seconded by Regional
Councillor J. Jones
1) That the Recommendation Report titled “Application for Site
Plan Control Approval Ruland Properties Inc. – Phase 1 Retail Programme” be
received;/and,
2) That
the application for Site Plan Control Approval by Ruland Properties Inc. for
the proposed phase 1 retail buildings be endorsed in principle, subject
to the conditions attached as Appendix A; and,
3) That
Site Plan Control Approval be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban
Design or designate, to be issued following execution of a Site Plan
Agreement. Site Plan Control Approval is
issued only when the Director has signed the site plan; and,
4) That prior to final Site Plan Control Approval, the Owner
provides a release from the Trustee for the Markham Centre Landowners Group
confirming that the applicant has met their obligations to the Group with
respect to these lands; and,
5) That Council authorize the enactment of a by-law to remove
the Hold (H) provisions on the subject lands upon execution of the Site Plan
Agreement to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services and
the Town Solicitor; and further,
6) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
1) That the report dated November 16, 2010 entitled “Recommendation Report, Wykland Estates Inc. Applications for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment (19TM-10002), West of Cornell Centre Blvd, south of 16th Avenue, Cornell Community. File Numbers: ZA.10-114270 and SU SU.10-114270” be received; and,
2) That the record of the Public Meeting held on June 1, 2010, regarding the applications for approval of Draft Plan of Subdivision and implementing Zoning By-law be received; and,
3) That the draft plan of subdivision (19TM-10002) submitted by Wykland Estates Inc. be draft approved subject to the conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’ to this report; and,
4) That the application submitted by Wykland Estates Inc. to
amend Zoning By-laws 304-87 and 177-96, as amended, be approved and the draft
by-laws attached as Appendix ‘B’ be finalized and enacted without further
notice; and,
5) That conditional 2011 servicing allocation for 130 single
detached units, 70 semi detached units and 198 townhouse units (1250.76
population) be granted to Wykland Estates, subject to written confirmation from
the Trustee of the Cornell Developers Group that servicing allocation is
available from the total 2011/2012 sewer and water allocation previously assigned
to the Cornell Community; and,
6) That the Town reserves the right to revoke or reallocate the servicing allocation should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and,
7) That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into a No Presale Agreement with owners of 19TM-10002 for the remaining units and such 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 lands until such time as:
a) the Town of Markham approves a transfer of servicing allocation to this development that is not dependent upon the construction of infrastructure; or,
b) i) York Region has advised in writing that the expected completion of the Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer project will be within twelve (12) months.
ii) The Council of the Town of Markham has allocated adequate available water supply and sewage servicing capacity to the subject development; or,
c) the Regional Commissioner of Environmental Services confirms servicing capacity for this development by a suitable alternative method and the Town of Markham allocates the capacity to this development.
8) That the Owner provide the Town with the required payment of 30% processing fees in accordance with the Town’s applicable Fee By-law; and,
9) That the Region of York be advised of the servicing allocation for this development; and,
10) That the draft plan approval for plan of subdivision 19TM-10002 will lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of issuance in the event that a subdivision agreement is not executed within that period; and further,
11) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Mr. Brown provided the Committee with a high level overview of the proposed consultation process.
The Committee suggested that the word "Pedestrian" be included in the title, as certain sections may be multi-use and other sections potentially pedestrian only.
The Committee inquired whether the pathway will be at the north or south end of Bob Hunter Memorial Park. Staff advised that the Environmental Assessment process will consider all possible options and staff will report back to Committee. Staff will update the consultant on the issues raised by Deputy Mayor Jack Heath (preference that the pathway goes through the south end of the park). Staff pointed out that some work has already been completed and that it is expected to connect into that.
There was brief discussion with respect to property acquisition issues.
The Committee suggested the following:
· Include Warren Rupnarain, Accessibility Coordinator as part of the target audience for the agency working group meetings
· Include Cornell Ratepayers Association as part of the target audience for the community liason Committee meetings
Moved by Councillor J. Webster
Seconded by Mayor F. Scarpitti
1) That the Multi-Use and Pedestrian Pathway Consultation Strategy - Toogood Pond to Bob Hunter Memorial Park be received and endorsed; and,
2) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Report Att A Att B Att C Att D Att E Att F
The Committee discussed the following:
· Ensure an efficient design that will best serve the Markham Urban Growth Centres
· Extend the Environmental Assessment (EA) study further east from Kennedy Road to Havelock Centre
· Design criteria and transit technology
· Light Rail Transit (LRT) should be implemented in place of the proposed Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
· Potential reconfiguration of the Markham District Energy building
There was discussion with respect to the Chief Administrative Officer with the assistance of the Mayor set up a meeting with the Minister of Transportation, Metrolinx Chair and staff to discuss the outstanding issues related to the 407 Transitway Environmental Project.
The Committee suggested that this item be referred directly to the November 23, 2010 Council meeting, and that staff revise the suggested resolution to reflect Committee comments.
Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
Seconded by Mayor F. Scarpitti
Moved by Deputy Mayor J. Heath
Seconded by Mayor F. Scarpitti
1) That
the following be referred directly to the November 23, 2010 Council meeting:
2) That the November 16, 2010 report entitled “407 Transitway Environmental Project Report”, be received; and,
3) That the Ministry of Transportation be requested to defer filing a notice of completion for the 407 transitway until December 2011 to enable the outstanding issues as outlined in this report to be finalized; and,
4) That if the Ministry of Transportation proceeds to file the 407 Transitway Environmental Project Report with the Ministry of Environment, it be endorsed in principle subject to the following revisions/conditions;
· That the transportation modeling take account of the full urban density and transit potential of the Urban Growth Centres, including Markham Centre and Richmond Hill/Langstaff Gateway;
· The Environmental Project Report be amended to provide for consideration of a potential alternative transitway station at Yonge Street to be outlined by ARUP consultants on behalf of the Town of Markham, and reviewed by the stakeholders;
· The Ministry of Transportation revise the 407 Transitway alignment options in Markham Centre to provide additional flexibility to facilitate development of the Pan AM pool facility on the Town owned lands at the S/W corner of YMCA Blvd and Kennedy Road;
· The Environmental Project Report be amended to provide for consideration of alternative transitway alignments and stations in Markham Centre as per the June 2010 Markham Council resolution (Calthorpe Associates transit alignment concept) and on the south side of Highway 407;
· The Transitway stations within Markham be subject to the Site Plan approval process;
· The Ministry of Transportation be requested to consult with area Municipalities in the detail design of the Transitway;
· The Ministry of Transportation and Ontario Realty Corporation be encouraged to implement Transit Oriented Development at the stations;
· The Ministry of Transportation or future transit providers enter into negotiations, and if necessary an agreement, with the Town of Markham for the operation and management of the 407 transitway stations parking facilities;
· The Ministry of Transportation provide a release to Ontario Realty Corporation to allow for an access easement to the Town of Markham and Magna for the Magna East lands at the S/E corner of Rodick Road and Hwy 407;
· The Ministry of Transportation continue to provide at their cost access to the Magna East Lands east of Rodick Road including the extension of the Rodick Rd underpass structure;
· Metrolinx be requested to advance funds for preliminary design and to pre-build certain sections of the transitway infrastructure to facilitate development, particularly in Markham Centre;
· Metrolinx be requested to advance the timing of the 407 transitway capital program from Jane St. (Spadina subway) to Kennedy Road within its Phase One investment plan to be completed within the next 15 years;
· And that the Ministry of Transportation and Ontario Realty Corporation conduct the necessary studies to protect land for a potential Hwy 404/ 407 Transit interface; and,
5) That the Ministry of Transportation be requested to complete a Transitway Environmental Assessment Study for the 407 Transitway from Kennedy Road to the Box Grove Mobility Hub; and,
6) That staff report back with an update on the Quebec City to Windsor Rapid Transit Feasibility study, and that the MTO be requested to review potential implications to the transitway alignment option if a high speed corridor is located within the Parkway Belt/Hwy 407 Corridor in a linear and high speed alignment; and,
7) That staff report back at the preliminary and detailed design stages with further details, land requirements, financial implications, potential partnership arrangements, transit oriented development opportunities, and any required agreements between Stakeholders; and,
8) That the Ministry of Transportation and Ontario Realty Corporation be requested to finalize the land exchange and financial arrangements to the satisfaction of Markham District Energy for the Birchmount/407 plant; and,
9) That the MTO and 407 ETR be requested to review the feasibility of access and egress ramps at Birchmount Ave; and,
10) The MTO be requested to review with Markham and adjust the 407 transitway alignment and Rodick Road station layout concept to reflect a preferred Millar Ave alignment; and,
11) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution; and further,
12) That the Ministry of Transportation, Ministry of the Environment, Metrolinx Chair, Ontario Realty Corporation, Richmond Hill, Vaughan and Region of York be advised accordingly;
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Councillor D. Hamilton
1) That the report entitled “Utilities Relocation for Rodick Road Phase 2 (Miller Avenue to 14th Avenue) and Rodick Road Phase 3 (14th Avenue to Esna Park Drive)” be received; and,
2) That the tendering process for the relocation of existing utilities for Rodick Road Phase 2 (Miller Avenue to 14th Avenue) and Rodick Road Phase 3 (14th Avenue to Esna Park), including design review and construction co-ordination services, be waived in accordance with Purchasing By-Law 2004-341 Part II, Section 7(2); and,
3) That Staff be authorized to issue Purchase Orders to the various utility companies for the relocation of their existing facilities for Rodick Road Phase 2 (Miller Avenue to 14th Avenue) up to a total value of $300,000.00 exclusive of HST to be funded from the Rodick Road Reconstruction – Miller Ave. to 14th Ave account # 83-5350-7258-005; and,
4) That Staff be authorized to issue Purchase Orders to the various utility companies for the relocation of their existing facilities for Rodick Road Phase 3 (14th Avenue to Esna Park Drive) up to a total value of $1,300,000.00 exclusive of HST to be funded from the Rodick Road Extension – Phase 3 account # 83-5350-9300-005; and further,
5) That Staff be authorized and directed to take the actions necessary, including the execution of documents, to give effect to this report.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Councillor L. Kanapathi
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) (f, e and c ) of the Municipal Act, Development Services Committee resolve into an in-camera session to discuss the following confidential matter (2:30 PM):
1) Solicitor - client privilege - Appeal of
Variances and Site Plan Approval to Ontario Municipal Board - 94 John Street,
Thornhill
2) Litigation or potential litigation - Minor
Variance OMB Appeal 3028 Bur Oak Avenue A/96/10
3) Acquisition/disposition of land - Property
Acquisition for Rodick Road Phase 2 (Miller Avenue to 14th Avenue)
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor A. Chiu
Seconded by Councillor D. Hamilton
That the Committee rise from the in-camera session (2:33 PM)
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at 2:33 PM.
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