DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
MONDAY, JUNE
13, 2011, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Council Chamber
Meeting No. 17
All
Members of Council
Development
Services Economic
Development
Chair: Regional Councillor Jim
Jones Chair: Councillor Carolina
Moretti
Vice-Chair: Councillor Don Hamilton Vice-Chair:
Councillor Alex Chiu
Transportation Issues
Chair: Regional Councillor Gord
Landon
Vice-Chair:
Councillor Alan Ho
PART A
AND PART B
PRESENTATIONS,
MAJOR STUDIES, AND ISSUES AGENDA
REPORT
AGENDA
Attendance
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Deputy Mayor Jack Heath Regional Councillor Jim Jones Regional Councillor Gord Landon Regional Councillor Joe Li Councillor Valerie Burke Councillor Howard Shore Councillor Don Hamilton Councillor Carolina Moretti Councillor Colin Campbell Councillor Alan Ho Councillor Logan Kanapathi Councillor Alex Chiu Regrets Mayor Frank Scarpitti |
John Livey, Chief Administrative
Officer Jim Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services Andy Taylor, Commissioner of
Corporate Services Sabrina Bordone, Planner II Murray Boyce, Senior Policy
Coordinator Alan Brown, Director of Engineering Rick Cefaratti, Planner II Stephen Chait, Director, Economic
Development Catherine Conrad, Town Solicitor George Duncan, Senior Heritage
Planner Regan Hutcheson, Manager, Heritage
Planning Richard Kendall, Manager, Central
District Tim Lambe, Manager, Policy and
Research David Miller, Manager, East District Rino Mostacci, Director of Planning
and Urban Design Stacia Muradali, Senior Planner Elizabeth Silva-Stewart, Senior
Planner Elizabeth Wimmer, Senior Planner,
Urban Design Peter Wokrol, Heritage Planner II Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee Coordinator |
The Development Services
Committee convened at the hour of 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber with Regional
Councillor Jim Jones in the Chair. Regional Councillor Gord Landon assumed the Chair for
Transportation items, Nos. 6, 7, 18, 19. Councillor Howard Shore was appointed
Acting Vice-Chair for items 15, 16.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Deputy Mayor Jack
Heath disclosed an interest with respect to items # 4, Markville Mall, and #14, Incoming Planning Applications
(relating to Cadillac Fairview Inc.) by nature of his parents receiving a
pension from the Teacher’s Pension Plan, which owns the facility, and did not take part in the
discussion or vote on these matters.
Mr. Ryan Guetter, Vice President, Weston Consulting Group Inc. gave a presentation
to the Committee outlining the proposal by Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. for a
natural gas regulator station. Preliminary concept plans were displayed and
maintenance regulations and timing of the process were discussed.
The Committee discussed public consultation for the use of this
property. Although there is no statutory public consultation requirement for
site plans, the Committee of Adjustment application required for this proposal involves
a public consultation process. The Ward Councillor may choose to hold a Public
Information Meeting.
It was suggested that the access be provided from 9th Line
by-pass rather than the local road. A concern was identified for noise levels. Mr.
Guetter advised that noise levels will be comparable to a pool heater and have
not been identified as an issue in other facilities. The Committee directed
that buffering landscaping be provided.
The Ward 7 Councillor stated the residents’ objection to the proposal,
and suggested a community park is needed in this area instead. The Ward 7
Councillor was requested to hold a Public Information Meeting as soon as
possible and that staff be prepared to address the issues that the residents
will raise, at the meeting.
Mr. Guetter noted that the sample photo is not representative of this
specific proposal. The Committee directed that a true sample be provided to the
public and to the Committee, including fencing and noise mitigation features.
Moved by: Councillor Don Hamilton
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That
the Staff memorandum dated June 13, 2011, entitled "Proposed Natural Gas
Regulator Station for Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc.", be received; and,
2) That
the presentation by Weston Consulting on behalf of Enbridge Gas Distribution
Inc., be received; and further,
3) That
the Ward 7 Councillor hold a Public Information Meeting for the proposed
Natural Gas Regulator Station at the northwest corner of the Box Grove By-Pass
at Rouge Bank Drive, as soon as possible and report back to the Development
Services Committee.
CARRIED
Mr. Tom Hrkac, Project
Manager, Region of York, was in attendance to make a
presentation on the proposed Regional maintenance facilities for corrosion
control and odour control, at the northwest corner of Box Grove By-pass/Rouge
Bank Drive and the York Durham Line right-of-way. Storage, noise, access, landscaping and
fencing issues were discussed. Elevations were displayed for the site. The
Region is negotiating for the adjacent property which will be used for extra
landscaping or public use.
Renderings were displayed for
the odour control facility. Mr. Hrkac advised the proposal complies with zoning,
and he described the status of MOE approvals, most of which have already been
obtained. The Region is hoping to begin construction this summer with
completion in 2015.
The Committee noted the superb
coniferous landscaping provided at the Bayview & Steeles facility, and
recommended a similar treatment at these sites.
It was suggested that the
access be from an alternate road, and that 9th line be closed up and
used for parkland. The Noise By-law exemption for the tunnelling operation was
also discussed. The Committee requested staff provide information on noise
exemption issues, comparing requests from previous years and noise mitigation improvements.
A Public Information Meeting was also requested with respect to the corrosion
control facility.
Moved by: Councillor L.
Kanapathi
Seconded by: Regional
Councillor Gord Landon
1) That the Staff
memorandum dated June 13, 2011, entitled "Proposed Regional Maintenance
Facilities", be received; and,
2) That
the presentation by Tom Hrkac, Project Manager, Region
of York, be received; and,
3) That Site Plan approval
for the proposed Odour Control Facility on the west side of York Durham Line,
be delegated to the Director of Planning &Urban Design or his designate;
and,
4) That
staff provide information on noise exemption issues, comparing requests from
previous years and noise mitigation improvements; and,
5) That
the Ward Councillor hold a Public Information Meeting for the corrosion control
facility, as soon as possible; and,
6) That
Staff report back to Development Services Committee; and further,
7) That Staff be authorized
and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Michelle Vivar, Municipal
Relations Specialist, Rogers Communications Inc. gave a presentation regarding the
proposed Rogers Wireless Installation at 6325 Elgin Mills Road East.
Ms. Vivar reviewed wireless
coverage issues, required transmitting facility installations, and the visual impacts.
Public consultation has been provided. The Ward 5 Councillor stated that he had
no objection to the proposal.
Staff confirmed that the
subject property is privately owned and is not in the Oak Ridges Moraine. The
land is not likely to be considered for development within the life of the
20-year lease. It was noted that such facilities should usually try to obtain
municipal lands, first.
The Committee noted caution
with respect to possible health issues. The Committee also discussed the high
fees charged by wireless providers in Canada, and Ms. Vivar advised of factors
affecting rates.
Moved by: Councillor Colin
Campbell
Seconded by: Councillor Carolina Moretti
1) That the presentation
provided by Ms. Michelle Vivar, Municipal Relations Specialist, Rogers
Communications Inc. regarding Rogers Wireless Installation - 6325 Elgin Mills
Road East be received; and
2) That the memorandum dated June 13, 2011 titled “Rogers
Communications Inc., Site plan control application to permit a
telecommunication tower at 6325 Elgin Mills Road East, File Number SC 10
121305”, be received; and,
3) That the application for site plan approval be approved
subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix ‘A’; and further,
4) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Deputy Mayor Jack
Heath disclosed an interest with respect to items # 4, Markville Mall,
by nature of his parents receiving a pension from the Teacher’s Pension Plan,
which owns the facility,
and did not take part in the discussion or vote on this matter.
Mr. Peter Peltekoff, Partner, Petroff Partnership Architects, and his
associates, made a presentation regarding proposed interior and exterior
renovations to Markville Mall. They discussed the competitive need to renovate
and refresh the design, and the need to make room for new retailers coming to
Canada. Renderings were displayed.
In response to the Committee’s comments, the applicants advised that the
renovations include disability improvements, similar to the Eaton Centre
renovations. Bird strike prevention measures will also be included, and the
provision of community access for walkers and other open space uses, will be
accommodated where possible.
Moved by: Councillor Don Hamilton
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
That the presentation provided by Mr. Peter Peltekoff, Partner, Petroff
Partnership Architects regarding Design Presentation Markville Mall be
received.
CARRIED
Nick McDonald of Meridian Planning Consultants Inc., gave a presentation
to update the Committee regarding the Employment Land Employment (ELE)
Intensification Study.
The presentation outlined the intent of the study to focus on
intensification opportunities, factors considered, stakeholder comments, and
findings. The conclusions determined that very few additions to ELE buildings
have occurred in the last ten years and the potential for expanding existing
industrial/warehouse buildings is very limited. It is speculative to predict
how much ELE job growth is possible through intensification. Two matters the
Town could consider to support ELE development are: zoning by-law standards;
and sensitive land uses.
The Committee expressed concern that commercial uses are replacing ELE
land, and a strategy is needed to prevent it. Mr. McDonald advised that the 2009
ELE study included recommendations for the ELE framework in this regard.
Moved by: Regional Councillor Gord Landon
Seconded by: Councillor Howard Shore
That the presentation provided by Nick McDonald, Partner, Meridian
Planning Consultants Inc. regarding Employment Land Employment (ELE)
Intensification Study be received.
CARRIED
Brian Hollingworth, Director, IBI Group, gave a presentation regarding
Markham Transportation Strategy Plan (MTSP) - Supplemental Issues and
Refinement of Recommendations. Mr. Hollingsworth provided a summary of
Transportation Committee and Steering Committee meetings; transit network and
road network options and recommendations; development phasing options; the next
phase of public consultation throughout the fall; and the next steps in
producing Markham’s transportation strategy plan by the end of 2011.
The Committee stated the importance of extending the subway, and
suggested that the subway or LRT corridors be extended as far north as Major
Mackenzie Drive. It was indicated that few road widening would be supported. The
Committee requested that Open House events be coordinated with the affected Ward
Councillors as well as the Regional Councillors, and that residents’ groups be
included. Feedback from public consultation will be provided to the Committee.
A concern was identified for the impact of the Woodbine by-pass, with
respect to traffic noise and loss of business due to diverted traffic. These
impacts are to be included in the study.
Discussions included queue–jumping, high-order transit, intersection
improvements, and protecting lanes for rapid transit. Staff were requested to
review a motion made by the previous Council regarding climate change and other
issues.
Moved by: Regional Councillor Jim Jones
Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton
That the presentation provided by Brian Hollingworth, Director, IBI
Group regarding Markham Transportation Strategy Plan (MTSP) - Supplemental
Issues and Refinement of Recommendations be received.
CARRIED
Alan Brown, Director of Engineering, gave a presentation of the Central
Pickering Development Plan for the 14th Avenue/Whitevale By-pass.
Issues include the increased traffic on 14th Avenue through the Box
Grove community and the potential pressure to widen 14th
Avenue, and will result in Ratepayer and resident concerns. Technical Advisory Committee
meetings will continue, and a public meeting will occur shortly. Staff will
report back in the fall of 2011.
The Committee directed that this Plan be incorporated into the Markham
Transportation Strategy Plan. Concern was expressed for the potential traffic
congestion on 14th Avenue and the impacts on east Markham residents.
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the presentation provided by Alan Brown, Director of Engineering
regarding Central Pickering Development Plan 14th Avenue/Whitevale
By-Pass be received.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting, Part A, held May 24, 2011, and Part B, May 31, 2011, be confirmed.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That the minutes of the Development Services Public Meeting, held May 24, 2011, be confirmed.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That the minutes of the Public Meeting, held May 31, 2011 regarding Markham Centre Community Improvement (CIP) (Tools to Promote Economic Development) be received for information purposes.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
1) That the report entitled “Acceptance for Maintenance of Plans of Subdivision” Registered Plan Numbers 65M-3970, 65M-4032, 65M-3976, 65M-3876 – BLK 4, 65M-3571, 65M-3616, 65M-3669, 65M-4008, 65M-3813, 65M-3814, 65M-3874, 65M-4027 and 65M-4003 dated June 14, 2011 be received; and,
2) That the municipal services in Subdivision Registered Plan numbers 65M-3970, 65M-4032, 65M-3976, 65M-3876 – BLK 4, 65M-3571, 65M-3616, 65M-3669, 65M-4008, 65M-3813, 65M-3814, 65M-3874, 65M-4027 and 65M-4003 be Accepted for Maintenance; and,
3) That by-laws be enacted by Council to accept these subdivisions and to establish each of the roads within the residential subdivisions as a public highway of the Town of Markham; and,
4) That the Community Services Commission accepts the responsibility for operating and maintaining the infrastructure within the subdivision as part of the Town’s system; and,
5) That the Acceptance for Maintenance Period commence June 1, 2011; and,
6) That acceptance of the subdivision be taken into consideration in future operating budgets; and,
7) That the by-law to amend schedule ‘12’ of Traffic By-law #106-71, by including compulsory stops to the indicated streets, be approved; and,
8) That the by-law to amend Schedule ‘A’ of the Speed By-law #105-71, by including a maximum speed of 40 kilometers per hour for the streets indicated, be approved; and
9) That the by-law to amend schedule ‘F’ of the speed by-law # 105.71, by including a maximum speed of 50 kilometers per hour for the streets indicated , be approved; and
10) That the by-law to amend Schedule ‘C’ of the Parking of Vehicles By-law #2005-188, by including prohibited parking on the streets indicated, be approved; and
11) That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary releases from the terms of the Subdivision Agreements, subject to confirmation from the Director of Engineering that the final two year guarantee periods have been completed; and further,
12) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
1) That the report titled “Park Pavilion and Park Maintenance Building, Berczy Park” be received; and,
2) That the site plans, floor plans and elevations, as presented herein, for the Park Pavilion and Park Maintenance Building in Berczy Park be approved, in principle; and,
3) That staff proceed with detailed design work, preparation of working drawings, tendering, and tender award, as required, to insure that construction of these facilities commence as soon as possible; and,
4) That site plan approval be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design or his designate; and further,
5) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
1) That the staff report entitled “Heritage Community Recognition Award Nominations, Ontario Heritage Trust”, dated June 14, 2011, be received; and,
2) That Council nominate the following individuals for the Ontario Heritage Trust’s Heritage Community Recognition Program:
a. Peter Ross, Cultural Heritage
b. Tupper Wheatley, Natural Heritage; and,
3) That this resolution be referred to the Council meeting on this date to allow staff the time needed to prepare the nomination package and submit prior to the June 30, 2011 nomination deadline; and further,
4) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Deputy Mayor Jack
Heath disclosed an interest with respect to item # 14, Incoming Planning
Applications (relating to Cadillac Fairview Inc.) by nature of his parents
receiving a pension from the Teacher’s Pension Plan, which owns the facility, and did not take part in the
discussion or vote on this matter.
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
1) That Committee receive the report entitled “Report on
Incoming Planning Applications for the period of “February 5, 2011 to May 6,
2011” and direct staff to process the applications in accordance with the approval
route outlined in the report; and,
2) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
The Commissioner of Development Services explained the proposed amendment to the conditions of site plan approval.
The Committee had no concerns, but noted that the
Markham Village Music Festival is an additional event not operated by the BIA.
The Committee requested that staff arrange for Food Bank representatives to attend a Development Services Committee meeting or workshop to discuss contingencies related to relocating the Food Bank.
Moved by: Councillor Valerie Burke
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
1) That the staff report entitled “Request to Amend Conditions of Site Plan Approval, 58-72 Main Street Markham North, Sierra Homes Limited”, dated June 14, 2011, be received; and,
2) That the condition of site plan endorsement requiring the Owner to grant vehicular access easements in favour of the abutting property to the west also known as 56 Main St. be deleted, and that an alternate solution to providing secondary vehicular access to the subject property be achieved to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services; and,
3) That the condition of site plan endorsement requiring the Owner to satisfy all conditions of the Minor Variance application A/103/09 be revised to require the Owner to satisfy all conditions of the Minor Variance Application A/103/09 with the exception of the condition to obtain Site Plan approval prior to receiving the variances applied for in 2009; and further,
4) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
The Commissioner of Development Services introduced the Buttonville
Heritage Conservation District Designation and District Plan, and congratulated
George Duncan, Senior Heritage Planner, for his dedicated work on this project.
The Committee also acknowledged the efforts of Mr. Duncan.
Correspondence was provided
from the owner of 8 Buttonville Crescent W., requesting that the property not
be included within the Heritage boundaries. The Committee received the request
and took no further action.
The Committee commented
on the road conditions in this area, and staff agreed to review the work plan
for road repairs. It was also noted that two houses on opposite sides of the
road are located close to the road, making it difficult to widen Woodbine
Avenue. Staff advised that the road had previously been widened to four lanes
acknowledging and respecting the cultural heritage resources within the former
hamlet.
Moved by: Councillor Alan Ho
Seconded by: Councillor Alex Chiu
1) That the Development Services Commission Report entitled “Buttonville Heritage Conservation District Designation and District Plan,” dated June 14, 2011, be received; and,
2) That
correspondence from the owner of 8 Buttonville Crescent W., requesting that the
property not be included within the Heritage boundaries, be received; and,
3) That a by-law be enacted by
Council to designate the Buttonville Heritage Conservation District boundary
and to adopt the Buttonville Heritage
Conservation District Plan and District Inventory under Part V of the Ontario
Heritage Act; and,
4) That
notice of the passing of the by-law be served on each owner of property located
within the heritage conservation district and on the Ontario Heritage Trust,
and that notice be published in a newspaper having general circulation in the
municipality; and,
5) That in the event of an appeal to the by-law in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, staff be authorized to attend the Ontario Municipal Board in support of the Buttonville Heritage Conservation District boundary and District Plan and Inventory; and,
6) That in the event of no appeal of the by-law or the appeal has been dismissed by the Ontario Municipal Board, the following actions be authorized:
a. That Council authorize the calling of a public meeting to amend the Markham Official Plan to add reference to the Buttonville Heritage Conservation District boundary and District Plan and Inventory;
b. That a by-law be enacted by Council to amend Site Plan Control By-law 2002-202 to include the Buttonville Heritage Conservation District as a Site Plan Control Area;
c. That a by-law by enacted by Council to amend Sign By-law 2002-94 to include the Buttonville Heritage Conservation District as a Special Sign District;
d. That the designation by-law be registered on title of all properties in the district so that current and future property owners are aware that the properties are within a heritage conservation district;
e. That the Markham Register of Property of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest be amended to reflect the status of the properties within the Buttonville Heritage Conservation District and to remove properties that are within the study area, but not included in the district;
f. That staff work with the local residents and prepare a report on the introduction of Buttonville Heritage Conservation District entry signage for Woodbine Avenue and district street name signage to help identify and promote the district; and,
7) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Report Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C
Moved by: Regional Councillor Gord Landon
Seconded by: Councillor Howard Shore
1) That the report entitled “Employment Land Employment (ELE)
Intensification Study” be received; and,
2) That the following attachments to the above noted report be
received:
·
Employment Land Employment (ELE)
Intensification Study dated May 9, 2011, prepared by Meridian Planning attached
as Appendix ‘A’;
·
Development Services Committee
report dated June 16, 2009, prepared by Staff entitled ‘Employment Lands
Strategy (Phase 1)’ attached as Appendix ‘B’;
·
Employment Lands Strategy (Phase
1) prepared by urbanMetrics and Meridian Planning attached as Appendix ‘C’;
and,
3) That Staff consider the findings of the Employment Land Employment
(ELE) Intensification Study and the Employment Land Strategy (Phase 1) report as
input into the development of employment policies for the new Markham Official
Plan; and further,
4) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Alan Brown, Director of Engineering, provided an update regarding the request by a resident. Staff are recommending that the construction of a municipal pathway that leads from the municipal sidewalk to the curb, except where it is intended to connect to a safe crosswalk, not be approved as a new standard.
The Committee recognized
that some residents may proceed on their own, and that these will need to be
regulated, perhaps being privately maintained and involving an encroachment agreement. The
Committee discussed costs involved and directed staff to review this matter
further.
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That the report entitled “Pathways / Sidewalks for
Lane-based Developments” be received; and,
2) That this matter be referred to staff
to review options and costs involved for the installation of private pathways.
CARRIED
Report Attachment A Attachment B Attachment C
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the staff report entitled “Highway 7 Widening Update, Town Centre Boulevard to Sciberras Road” be received; and,
2) That the Region of York be requested to advance the construction of Highway 7 from Town Centre Boulevard to Sciberras Road from 2014/2015 to 2012/2013; and,
3) That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute agreement(s) with the developers and the Region of York for the construction and funding of the Highway 7 storm sewer, stormwater management pond and storm outfall and any other agreement(s) required to give effect to this report, to the satisfaction of the CAO, Commissioner of Development Services and Town Solicitor; and,
4) That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute agreement(s)
with the Region of York for their proportionate share of the future operations
and long term capital replacement costs of the combined sewer system as defined
in this report and other similar combined storm sewers in Markham; and further,
5) That staff report back on the final cross section, streetscape design, financial costs to the Town and funding this Fall.
CARRIED
The Committee referred this matter to staff for comment.
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
Seconded by: Councillor Alan Ho
That the correspondence from The Corporation of the Town of Thessalon, requesting endorsement of a resolution to the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure concerning the Green Energy and Green Economy Act, be received and referred to staff for comment.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at 5:45 PM.
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