DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
DECEMBER 11, 2012,
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Council Chamber
Meeting No. 25
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 & B
Presentations, Major Studies, and Issues Agenda
Report Agenda
9:00 a.m. – Council Chamber
Attendance
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Mayor Frank Scarpitti Deputy Mayor Jack Heath Regional Councillor Jim Jones Councillor Valerie Burke Councillor Howard Shore Councillor Don Hamilton Councillor Carolina Moretti Councillor Colin Campbell Councillor Alan Ho Councillor Logan Kanapathi Regrets Regional Councillor Gord Landon Regional Councillor Joe Li Councillor Alex Chiu |
Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative
Officer Jim Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services Brenda Librecz, Commissioner of
Community & Fire Services Ron Blake, Manager, West District Alan Brown, Director of Engineering Rick Cefaratti, Planner Catherine Conrad, Town Solicitor Geoff Day, Senior Planner Michael Fry, Planner Regan Hutcheson, Manager, Heritage
Planning Biju Karumanchery, Senior
Development Manager Richard Kendall, Manager, Central
District Brian Lee, Senior Manager,
Development Engineering & Transportation Dave Miller, Manager, East District Rino Mostacci, Director of Planning
and Urban Design Stacia Muradali, Senior Planner Joseph Palmisano, Senior Tranpsortation Engineer Kitty Bavington, Council/Committee
Coordinator |
The Development Services
Committee convened at the hour of 9:07 a.m. in the Council Chamber with Regional
Councillor Jim Jones in the Chair. Councillor
Don Hamilton assumed the Chair for Transportation items, Nos. 19, 20, 21, 22,
23.
The Committee recessed at 1:12 p.m. and reconvened at 2:10 p.m.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST – None Declared
MARKHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF:
Guila Cukier, Borrower Services Department, Milliken Mills Library, Borrower Service Supervisor, 25 years
Sylvia Cheung, Information Services Department, Unionville Library,
Library Services Associate, 20 years
Linda Ng, Technical Services Department, Cataloguing Clerk, 10 years
Karen Nowicki, Administration Centre, Learning Place Coordinator, 5
years
Fred Whitmarash, Information Services Department, Thornhill Community
Library, Branch Librarian, 5 years
CITY OF MARKHAM STAFF:
David Blizzard, Public Education Officer,
Fire & Emergency Services, 35 years
Fredrick Watt, Engineering
Technologist/Inspector, Engineering, 30 years
Lori-Ann Caruk, Customer Service
Representative, Thornhill C.C., Recreation Services, 25 years
Gwen Fletcher, Administrative Assistant,
Recreation & Culture, Recreation Services, 25 years
Peter Michaud, Working Supervisor,
Environmental Services, 25 years
Gary Scheepers, Working Supervisor,
Forestry, Operations, 25 years
Susan Stiles, Community Program
Co-ordinator Central, Recreation Services, 25 years
Clayton Williams, Geomatics Technician,
Planning & Urban Design, 25 years
Daphne Ross, Manager, Environmental
Services, 20 years
Lisa Beckley-Young, Community Program
Co-ordinator, Recreation Services, 15 years
Garry Hale, Building Inspector II,
Building Standards, 15 years
Jack Heath, Deputy Mayor, Mayor &
Council, 15 years
Barbara Lant, Fitness Counsellor,
Recreation Services, 15 years
Alexandru Loga, Database Administrator,
Information Technology Services, 15 years
Steven Dahan, Operations Working
Supervisor, Operations, 10 years
Nicole Egan, Firefighter, Fire &
Emergency Services, 10 years
Richard Kendall, Manager, Development -
Central, Planning & Urban Design, 10 years
Daniel Lock, Community Program Supervisor,
Recreation Services, 10 years
Alain Cachola, Manager, Engineering, 5
years
Haiyan Gao, Building Inspector II,
Building Standards, 5 years
Ryan Henderson, Licensed Fleet Technician,
Operations, 5 years
Catherine Jay, Manager of Urban Design,
Planning & Urban Design, 5 years
Chris MacBride, Technician, Culture, 5
years
Yi Paganelli, Operations
& Maintenance Clerk, Environmental
Services, 5 years
Md Rahman, Senior Facility Engineer, Asset
Management, 5 years
Tyler Burns, Operations Labourer/Driver,
Operations, 3 years
Donald Hamilton, Councillor Ward 3, Mayor
& Council, 3 years
Stephen McCoy, Facility Operator I,
Recreation Services, 3 years
Danny Roberts, Operations Labourer/Driver,
Operations, 3 years
Graham Seaman, Senior Manager,
Sustainability, Sustainability Office, 3 years
Jonathan Tate, Senior Business Analyst,
Financial Services, 3 years
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services, introduced the Buttonville Redevelopment project, advising that the Regional Official Plan permits the proposed mixed use, and advising of the upcoming public consultation process.
Nick Pileggi, Principal, Malone Given Parsons, provided an update on the Buttonville Redevelopment project with respect to the current plan, opportunities, and submitted materials. The presentation outlined the key economic and fiscal impacts, the retail market analysis, and transportation issues. Approval timelines and municipal and Environmental Assessment processes were also reviewed. A copy of the presentation for the Public Information Meeting being held on December 13, 2012, was provided for the Committee’s information.
Mr. Pileggi responded to questions from the Committee and advised that a further update on financial issues would be provided via e-mail to the Committee and staff. Mr. Pileggi confirmed that it has been determined the proposed lake is feasible, and will be an integral part of the plan.
The integration of after-hour uses, traffic issues, amenity/parkland areas, sensitivity to the green way, and accommodation of Markham District Energy were discussed. It was noted that York Regional Police have requested the helipad remain on the site.
The Committee requested that future presentations be provided on an integrated transportation plan and a green space plan for the area. It was suggested that discussions be held regarding the Buttonville Airport phase-out and the potential development of Pickering Airport. A written response from the proponents in this regard would be helpful. The Committee requested that an update on the Buttonville/Markham/Pickering Airport strategy be targeted for the first quarter of 2013.
Moved by: Councillor Alan Ho
Seconded by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
That the presentation provided by Mr. Nick Pileggi, Principal, Malone Given Parsons regarding "Buttonville Redevelopment Project Update" be received; and,
That the presentation prepared for the Public
Information Meeting be received for information.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Carolina Moretti
Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton
That the report entitled "2012 Markham Small Business Centre
Marketing Plan" be deferred to early 2013.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Howard Shore
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the minutes of the Development Services Committee meeting, Part A and B, held November 20, 2012, be confirmed.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Howard Shore
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the minutes of the
Heritage Markham Committee meeting held November 14, 2012, be received for
information purposes.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Howard Shore
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the minutes of the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (CPAC) meeting held September 20, 2012, be received for information purposes.
CARRIED
Staff confirmed that Markham District Energy servicing will be available to this site, and that public notification will be expanded as per the practice for major Markham Centre projects. The Ward Councillor requested to be kept informed on this project.
Moved by: Councillor Don Hamilton
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the report dated December 11, 2012 titled “PRELIMINARY REPORT, Sheridan Nurseries Limited, 4077/4101 Highway 7, Applications for draft plan of subdivision and rezoning to permit a mixed-use development,” be received; and,
2) That a Public Meeting be scheduled to consider the applications, following submission of a draft precinct plan; and further,
3) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Howard Shore
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the report entitled “Preliminary Report, Angus Glen Village Ltd., 4071 Major Mackenzie Drive, Applications for Revision to Draft Approved Plan of Subdivision 19TM – 03004 and an implementing zoning by-law amendment, Southeast corner of Major Mackenzie Drive and Angus Glen Boulevard, File No.: SU/ZA 12 130341, dated December 11, 2012”, be received; and,
2) That a Public Meeting be held to consider the applications submitted by Angus Glen Village Ltd. for Revision to Draft Approved Plan of Subdivision 19TM – 03004 and an implementing zoning by-law amendment, for lands at the southeast corner of Major Mackenzie Drive and Angus Glen Boulevard; and further,
3) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
The Committee had before it the memorandum dated May 30, 2012 from the
Director of Engineering providing background information on this matter, as
requested by the Development Services Committee on May 15, 2012, and a draft
recommendation for consideration.
Councillor Logan Kanapathi discussed the significant traffic issues relating to Steeles Avenue, and attempts to resolve the need for improvements with the City of Toronto and the Region of York. The Committee acknowledged the ongoing problem and supported the initiative.
The Committee directed staff to report on the current relevance of the 1974 agreement with the City of Toronto and the implications of dissolving it.
Moved by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
Seconded by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Whereas
Steeles Avenue at the south boundary of the Region of York is under the
jurisdiction of the City of Toronto; and,
Whereas
Steeles Ave in various areas requires immediate reconstruction and widening to
address safety and capacity problems; and,
Whereas
the Region of York and City of Toronto have been in negotiations regarding
joint ownership and capital/operating cost sharing; and,
Now therefore be it resolved:
1) That the City of Markham requests both
parties to finalize negotiations and proceed with the reconstruction of Steeles
Ave from Markham Road to the York/Durham line within a 3 year time frame; and,
2) That the City of Toronto and Region of
York be advised accordingly.
CARRIED
The Committee discussed the expansion of the Greenbelt requested by the City of Oakville, and the issue of severances to provide for privatization.
Moved by: Councillor Howard Shore
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That the memorandum dated December 11, 2012 providing an update on "Growing the Greenbelt" be received.
CARRIED
1) That the report dated December 11, 2012, entitled “Site Plan
Control Application SC 12 112 285, 14 David Gohn Circle, Markham Heritage
Estates”, be received; and,
2) That the Site Plan Control Application for the addition of a second storey to the rear of the James Thomas House at 14 David Gohn Circle be endorsed in principle subject to compliance with the following conditions prior to final approval:
a) That the Owner enter into a site plan agreement with the City, which shall include without limitation, provisions for the payment by the Owner of all applicable fees, recoveries, development charges, parkland dedication, letter of credit requirements and financial obligations;
b) That prior to the execution of the site plan agreement, the Owner shall submit final drawings, and comply with all requirements of City and authorized public agencies, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services;
c) That the Owner submit the drawings required
for the design and construction of the front porch either as per the
restoration drawings approved in 1993 or another design appropriate to the
architectural style of the dwelling in consultation with Heritage Section
staff; and
d) That site plan approval shall lapse after a period of three years
commencing December 11, 2012 in the event that the Owner does not enter into a site plan agreement with the City
during that period; and further,
3) That Staff be authorized and directed
to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services provided a brief explanation of the proposal.
The Committee discussed parking issues and questioned the other uses in addition to a restaurant. A representative of the applicant discussed the vacancy rate and potential uses in the plaza, and advised a cap will be placed on restaurant capacity.
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Councillor Logan Kanapathi
*
1) That the report dated December 11, 2012 titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Genthorn Developments Inc., Zoning By-law Amendment application to add restaurants, take-out restaurants and commercial schools to the list of permitted uses at 5 Hillcroft Drive, File No. ZA 11 131295” be received; and,
2) That the application (ZA 11 131295) submitted by Genthorn Developments Inc. to amend Zoning By-law 90-81, as amended, to add restaurants, take-out restaurants and commercial schools to the list of permitted uses at 5 Hillcroft Drive, be approved, and the draft By-law attached as Appendix “A” be finalized and enacted without further notice; and further,
3) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
* Amended by Council on December 18, 2012, to add the following direction:
“That the following recommendation from the
December 11, 2012 Development Services Committee meeting be deferred to the
January 29, 2013 Council meeting:”
Jim Baird, Commissioner
of Development Services gave a brief introduction on this matter.
Jay Lewis of Summit Telecom Services gave a presentation regarding the
proposed telecommunications tower, explaining the location and design and
construction details. Unsuccessful attempts had been made to co-locate with
another service; however, this project will allow for co-location of other
services. Mr. Lewis outlined the public consultation that had occurred and
conditions imposed.
The Committee discussed cooperation within the industry to find creative ways to use existing infrastructure. The proximity to the school and health issues were questioned and Mr. Lewis advised the proposal meets the Industry Canada Code 6 regulations.
The Committee requested staff review the lattice design, and agreed to delegate approval for alternate designs to staff.
Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That the report dated November 20,
2012, entitled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT Application by for Site
Plan Approval by Public Mobile Inc. for a lattice tri-pole telecommunication
tower with a height of 29.9 m (98.0 ft) and associated equipment compound at
7851 McCowan Road, File No. SC 11
127338”, be received; and,
2) That the presentation by Jay Lewis of Summit Telecom Services,
regarding the proposed telecommunications tower, be received; and,
3) That the application for site plan
approval be approved, subject to conditions of Site Plan Approval as identified
in Appendix ‘A’ to this report; and,
4) That Industry Canada is advised in
writing, of this approval (concurrence), and that this approval is with respect
to this location only; and,
5) That staff be authorized to
investigate alternate designs that would accommodate co-location of other
servers; and,
6) That the structure be
exempted from the requirement for a Building Permit in accordance with Building
Code regulations; and further,
7) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the report dated December 11,
2012, entitled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT Application for Site Plan
Approval by Bell Mobility Inc. for a monopole telecommunication tower and
associated equipment compound at 5546 Major Mackenzie Drive East Road, File No.
SC 12 111739”, be received; and,
2) That the presentation by SJSB Network Consulting Group Inc.,
regarding the proposed telecommunications tower, be received; and,
3) That the site plan application be
approved, subject to conditions of Site Plan Approval as identified in Appendix
‘A’ to this report; and,
4) That Industry Canada is advised in writing,
of this approval (concurrence), and that this approval is with respect to this
location only; and,
5) That the structure be
exempted from the requirement for a Building Permit in accordance with Building
Code regulations; and further,
6) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services, provided an introduction to this application for Plan of Subdivision and Plan of Condominium. A revised by-law was provided.
Robin Banerjee made a deputation, expressing concern for the buffer between the public and private lands and requesting a clear fence line be established. Mr. Banerjee also discussed dark sky measures and future road development with respect to setting a precedent for condo roads.
Staff advised of the minimum fencing requirements; the standard requirements for down-lighting; and stated that the condo road width of 7.5 metres will not create a precedent.
John Wannop spoke in support of the development, referring to it as a unique development and a good use of infill land, and advising that the applicant and City staff have been cooperative.
The Ward Councillor provided background on
consultation with the residents and their concerns, and advised that most of
the residents are now generally accepting of the revised proposal. It was
confirmed that a fence line will be established at the property line behind Lots
1 to 8.
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
*
1)
That correspondence
from Jennifer and Len Churchill regarding the application by Gemini Urban
Design (Houghton) Corporation be received; and,
2) That the deputations by Robin Banerjee and John Wannop regarding the application by Gemini Urban Design (Houghton) Corporation, be received; and,
3) That the report titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Gemini Urban Design (Houghton) Corporation, Draft Plan of Subdivision, Zoning Amendment and Draft Plan of Condominium for 10 single detached dwellings at 11 & 15 Houghton Boulevard & 55 Joseph Street, Files SU 12 131249, ZA 12 131249 & CU 12 131249,” dated November 20, 2012 be received; and,
4) That the record of the Public Meeting held on June 19, 2012, regarding the application for approval of Draft Plan of Subdivision be received; and,
5) That draft plan of subdivision 19TM-12001 submitted by Gemini Urban Design (Houghton) Corporation, be draft approved subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix ‘A’; and,
6) That the application by Gemini Urban Design (Houghton) Corporation to amend Zoning By-law 1229, as amended, be approved and the draft by-law attached as Appendix ‘B’ , be finalized and enacted without further notice; and,
7) That Council authorize servicing allocation for 9 single detached units (33.3 population) within the current servicing allocation reserve; and,
8) That the Town reserves the right to revoke or reallocate the servicing allocation should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and,
9) That the Region of York be advised of the servicing allocation for this development; and,
10) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution; and further,
11) That the draft plan approval for plan of subdivision 19TM-12001 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.
CARRIED
* Amended by Council on December 18 2012 to add the following direction:
“That the following
recommendation from the December 11, 2012 Development Services Committee
meeting be deferred to a Council meeting in February 2013 to allow the
opportunity for the Ward Councillor to consult with residents:”
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services introduced the proposal for a Place of Worship and Day Care facility.
Joanne Barnett, Planning Consultant representing the
applicant, was in attendance. Ms. Barnett gave a brief overview of the proposal
and discussed the issues identified through public consultation and resulting
amendments to the plan. Adjacent lands have been obtained to provide additional
parking. Members of the Church were in attendance in support.
An amendment was noted for the conditions prior to
issuance of Site Plan Approval, to include a clearance letter from the Trustee
of 16th McCowan Holdings Limited.
The Committee discussed accessibility features and the
Bell Towers, and were advised that no actual bells will be installed. The
public open space, woodlot, and walkway were identified and it was confirmed
that Barnstone Drive will not be extended. The fence along the north side of
the church property was questioned and will be reviewed by staff.
The Ward Councillor provided comments and commended
the work of staff, the applicant and the residents to achieve the revised
proposal.
Moved by: Councillor Carolina Moretti
Seconded by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
1) That the report titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, St. Mary & St. Samuel The Confessor Coptic Orthodox Church, Rezoning and Site Plan applications to permit a place of worship and day care at 9377, 9389 and 9401 McCowan Rd, File Nos. ZA 10 131982 & SC 10 131983,” dated December 11th, 2012 be received; and,
2) That the record of the Public Meeting held on May 24th, 2011, regarding the application for Zoning By-law Amendment (ZA 10 131982) be received; and,
3) That the application (ZA 10 131982) submitted by St. Mary and St. Samuel The Confessor Coptic Orthodox Church to amend Zoning By-laws 304-87, as amended, and 177-96, as amended, to permit a place of worship and day care be approved with a Hold (H) provision; and,
4) That Council confirm that in accordance with Section 34 (17) of the Planning Act, no further Public Notice is required to rezone 9401 McCowan Road to permit the proposed development; and,
5) That the Site Plan application (File No. SC 10 131983)
submitted by St. Mary and St. Samuel The Confessor Coptic Orthodox Church, to
allow a new place of worship and day care, be endorsed in principle, subject to
the conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’; as amended to add the
following:
“That prior to issuance of Site Plan
Approval by the City, the Owner provide a letter from the Trustee of 16th
McCowan Holdings Limited confirming that satisfactory arrangements have been
made for the payment of oversized services and road extensions installed.”;
and,
6) That Site Plan approval be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban Design or his designate, to be issued following execution of a site plan agreement. Site Plan approval is issued only when the Director or his designate has signed the plan; and,
7) That Site Plan endorsement shall lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of endorsement in the event that a site plan agreement is not executed within that period; and further,
8) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Jeremy Tio stated that he was speaking on behalf of 29 property owners in opposition to the enactment of Site Plan Control to the Hughson Drive area, and suggested it is not warranted.
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services, recapped the history of this area and the context of Council’s decision regarding severances and implementing site plan control, similar to other areas in the City.
The Committee discussed the City’s obligation to
protect existing residents, since granting the right for severances, to ensure
compatibility. It was suggested the Ward Councillor hold a community meeting to
inform the residents regarding the site plan process and implications.
Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Councillor Carolina Moretti
*
1) That the deputation by
Jeremy Tio regarding the Introduction of Site Plan Control Approval and
Community Design Guidelines for the Hughson Drive Community, be received; and,
2) That the report titled “Recommendation Report, Introduction of Site Plan Control Approval and Community Design Guidelines for the Hughson Drive Community” be received; and,
2) That Council adopt the attached Hughson Drive Community Design Guidelines for consideration when processing Site Plan Control applications within the Hughson Drive Community; and,
3) That Council enact the attached by-law to place lands within the Hughson Drive Community under Site Plan Control; and,
4) That the Ward Councillor
be requested to hold a community meeting in the New Year to providing
information regarding the site plan process and implications; and further,
5) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
* Amended by Council on December 18, 2012 to refer to add the following direction:
“That the following recommendation from the
December 11, 2012 Development Services Committee meeting be referred to the
Unionville Subcommittee and report back to the Development Services Committee
in February 2013:”
A staff Memorandum dated December 11, 2012 was tabled, outlining the
revisions to the plan and the results of the Environmental Impact Study Peer
Review.
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services explained the status of the proposal with respect to the November 20, 2012 recommendations and recent revisions. Dave Miller, manager, East District, reviewed the staff memo on the status update of the project.
Anthony Martelli of Greenpark Homes, representing the applicant, gave a
presentation providing an updated overview of the proposal and recent revisions
to the unit count, additional parkland, tree preservation, visitor parking, and
the road pattern units north of the heritage house. The EIS Peer Review
confirms that an appropriate buffer (10 m from top of bank) has been applied to
Swan Lake.
Alex Hardy, Vice President of the Markham Residents for Responsible Community Planning, noted his written submission and suggested not enough significant changes have been made to the site plan. The findings of a survey and a petition of the residents were reviewed.
Bhupen Karia spoke in opposition and discussed traffic generated by this proposal and surrounding uses.
Donna Bush spoke in opposition and discussed resident involvement. Ms. Bush suggested that no cash-in-lieu of parkland be accepted; that the Official Plan and a Secondary Plan are required; and questioned the density requirements for intensification.
William Lam spoke in opposition, and discussed road and sidewalk issues, and requested clarification of the EIS Peer review. Staff explained that the Peer Review indicates overall support and there is no reason to halt the project; however there may be further mitigating refinements.
Karen Rea requested the refinements from the Peer Review be presented to Council and the public for information. Ms. Rea discussed density, unit count, headlight glare for the heritage home, access to the heritage home, a review of the traffic study, and requested that no cash-in-lieu of parkland be accepted.
The Committee discussed growth pressures and purpose of intensity to
curb sprawl into agricultural lands, and confirmed that additional conditions
from the EIS Peer Review would be delegated to staff. The cost of underground
parking was also discussed. The Committee supported front-ending the
signalization at Williamson & 16th once the 75% threshold is reached,
funded through developers group until the Region reimburses the City. With
respect to parkland, staff advised that there is minimal shortfall.
Anthony Martelli provided closing comments regarding underground
parking. Mr. Martelli reviewed that the applicant has a long history of doing
their best for the community, and stated that the project will be a low-rise
development and the continuous walkway will enhance Swan Lake. Donald Fraser of
Beacon Environmental, consultant for the applicant, made a brief response to the
Peer Review, stating they have no concerns.
Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Councillor Carolina Moretti
1) That the deputations by Alex Hardy, Vice President of
the Markham Residents for Responsible Community Planning, Bhupen Karia, Donna
Bush, William Lam, and Karen Rea, and the written submission from Alex Hardy,
regarding the application by Stargrande Custom Homes, Rezoning and Site Plan
applications to permit a townhouse development at 6330 16th Avenue,
be received; and,
2) That the staff Memorandum dated December 11, 2012
outlining the revisions to the plan and the results of the Environmental Impact
Study Peer Review, be received; and,
3) That the report
dated October 9th, 2012 titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Stargrande Custom Homes,
Rezoning and Site Plan applications to permit a townhouse development at 6330
16th Avenue (north-east corner of Williamson Road and 16th
Avenue), File Nos: ZA 11 119446 & SC 11 119447”, be received; and,
4) That the record of
the Public Meeting held on October 11th, 2011 regarding the
application submitted by Stargrande Custom Homes (ZA 11 119446) to amend Zoning
By-law 304-87, as amended, be received; and,
5) That the
application (ZA 11 119446) submitted by Stargrande Custom Homes to amend Zoning
By-law 304-87, as amended, to permit a townhouse development at 6330 16th
Avenue, be approved, and the draft By-law attached as Appendix ‘C’ be finalized
and enacted without further notice; and,
6) That the Site Plan
application (SC 11 119447) submitted by Stargrande Custom Homes to facilitate a
townhouse development at 6330 16th Avenue be endorsed in principle,
subject to the conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’; and,
7) That Site Plan
Approval (SC 11 119447) be delegated to the Director of Planning and Urban
Design or his designate, to be issued following execution of a site plan
agreement. Site Plan Approval is issued only when the Director has signed
the site plan; and,
8) That the EIS be updated, as recommended by the peer
review, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services; and,
9) That
any additional conditions resulting from the EIS Peer review , be incorporated into the plans to
the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Development Services; and,
10) That the Region of York be requested to signalize the
intersection of Williamson Road and 16th Avenue as soon as possible;
and,
11) That in the event
the Region will not install the signals prior to occupancy of development in
the area including the subject site then Markham
agrees to front-end the cost for the signalization of Williamson Road and 16th
Avenue intersection once the minimum threshold is reached and such signals be
funded through area developers contributions with the Markham making up any
shortfall until reimbursed by the Region; and,
12) That the acceptance
of any lands to be conveyed to the City for walkways, parks and open space
areas be to the satisfaction of the CAO and City Solicitor, and free of any
environmental liabilities, cost or encumbrances; and,
13) That 2011/2012
servicing allocation for 160 townhouses be assigned to the proposed
development, subject to written confirmation from the Landowners Group that
servicing allocation is available from the 2011/2012 sewer and water allocation
previously assigned to Swan Lake; and,
14) That the Town
reserves the right to revoke or reallocate the servicing allocation should development
not proceed in a timely manner; and,
15) That the Local Councillor make arrangements to share
the approved site plan, elevation and landscaping plans with the residents; and
further,
16) That Staff be
authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this
resolution.
CARRIED
Report Attach
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Diane Kobelansky, Chair of the Markham Village BIA made a deputation to lobby for the beautification of the streetscape, and suggested some regulations should be developed concerning patios and bump-outs.
Paul Cicchini, representing the Duchess of Markham establishment, submitted photos of the archway, patios, and street pathway from the City of Hamilton, suggesting similar treatments for Main Street Markham. Mr. Cicchini also noted the use of urban braille for the visually impaired.
Alan Brown. Director of
Engineering, reviewed the list of issues still being resolved in the staff
report. The Committee received the report regarding the draft improvements, and
will consider endorsement when this is brought back to the Committee in
January, 2013.
Moved by: Councillor Carolina Moretti
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That the
deputations by Diane Kobelansky, Chair of
the Markham Village BIA, and Paul Cicchini, representing the Duchess of Markham,
regarding Main Street Markham streetscape improvements, be received; and,
2) That the staff report
entitled “Main Street Markham – Streetscape Improvements from Highway 7 to
Bullock Drive” dated December 11, 2012 be received; and,
3) That the streetscape
improvements concept for Main Street Markham from Highway 7 to Bullock Drive as
outlined in this report be received; and,
4) That Engineering staff
be authorized to schedule a public information meeting to present the draft improvements; and,
5) That the Director of
Engineering and the Director of Planning and Urban Design be authorized to
finalize any future revisions to the streetscape improvements plans in
consultation with the local Ward Councillors, Operations and Asset Management
Departments and bring the streetscape improvements be brought
back to Committee or Council in January, 2013, for endorsement; and,
6) That staff report back
with a traffic management and communication plan for the proposed road works
and streetscaping which will take place from Spring 2013 to Fall 2013; and
7) That
Robinson Street be included in the streetscape improvements; and,
8) That
staff be directed to investigate the cost of an arch and alternatively, the
cost to rough-in for the arch; and further,
9) That staff be authorized
and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Alan Brown, Director of Engineering, gave a brief explanation.
Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
1) That the staff report entitled “Miller Avenue Extension
Class Environmental Assessment, Study Completion”, dated December 11, 2012 be
received; and,
2) That the preferred alternative for Miller Avenue Extension as set out in the Environmental Study Report be endorsed; and,
3) That staff be authorized to issue a Notice of Study
Completion for the project which will make the Environmental Study Report
available for public review for a period of 30 days commencing February 2013; and
further,
4) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Alan Brown provided a brief explanation of the purchase order adjustment request with respect to the Purchasing By-law requirements, and responded to questions from the Committee.
Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That
the report entitled “2012 Engineering Capital Projects – Purchase Order
Adjustment Requests” be received; and,
Rodick
Road and 14th Avenue Intersection Improvements
2) That Purchase
Order PD 12223 issued to North Rock Construction for contract 170-T-12 (Rodick Road and
14th Avenue Intersection Improvement) be increased by $248,909.58,
inclusive of HST, to cover the proposed design revision to address the utility
conflict on site and potential delay claim, and be funded from Capital Account
083-5350-7652-005 (Rodick Road Phase 2); and,
Rehabilitation of John Street Canadian National
Railway (CNR) Overhead Bridge
3) That Purchase
Order PD 12167 issued to Marbridge Construction Ltd. for contract 072-T-12 (Rehabilitation of
John Street CNR Overhead Bridge (B42)) be increased by $238,559.02,
inclusive of HST, to cover the additional rehabilitation works identified
during construction, and be funded from Capital Account 058-5350-10267-005
(Bridge Rehab – John Street at CNR); and,
4) That
Purchase Order PP 12374 issued to CN for the flagging requirements for the Rehabilitation of
John Street CNR Overhead Bridge project be increased by $50,880.00,
inclusive of HST, to cover the additional CN flagging required for the
additional work, and be funded from the following Capital Accounts, and be
funded from the following Capital Accounts, and be funded from Capital Account 058-5350-10267-005
(Bridge Rehab – John Street at CNR); and,
5) That
Purchase Order PD 10227 issued to GD Jewel Engineering for the contract
administration of the Rehabilitation of John Street CNR Overhead Bridge project be increased by $25,440.00, inclusive
of HST, to cover the design work and contract administration services required
for the additional work, and be funded from Capital Account 058-5350-10267-005
(Bridge Rehab – John Street at CNR); and,
6) That the existing 2010 Asset Management
capital account 058-5350-10267-005 (Bridge Rehab – John Street at CNR) be
increased by $314,879.02, inclusive of
HST, to be funded from the Life Cycle Repair and Replacement Reserve and
Waterworks Reserve and to be funded as follows:
·
Life Cycle Repair and Replacement Reserve Funding ($200,399.02)
·
Waterworks Reserve Funding ($114,480.00): and,
Birchmount
Road – Phase 2 (14th Avenue to CN Tracks)
7) That Purchase
Order PD 10255 issued to Dagmar Construction Ltd. for contract 105-T-10 (Birchmount
Road – Phase 2) be increased by $212,457.76, inclusive of HST,
to cover the additional cost for the intersection works at 14th
Avenue and Birchmount Road as well as the repairs on Birchmount Road Phase 1,
be funded from Capital Account 083-5350-8047-005 (Birchmount Phase 2 construction)
and that the remaining funds in the order of $600,000.00 be returned to the
original funding source; and,
Rodick
Road - Phase 3 (Esna Park to 14th Avenue)
8) That Purchase
Order PD 11177 issued to AECOM for the contract administration of the Rodick
Road Phase 3 project be increased by $164,626.56, inclusive of HST,
to cover the additional contract administration work required for the
additional work, and be funded from
Capital Account 058-5350-11064-005 (Rodick Road Phase 3); and,
Hwy 404 Mid-Block
Crossing, North of Hwy 7
9) That Purchase
Order PD 10391 issued to URS Canada for contract 116-R-10 (Detailed Design of
Hwy 404) be increased by $153,235.30, inclusive of HST, to cover the additional
detailed design work and to be funded from Capital Account 083-5350-10050-005
(Hwy 404 Mid-block Crossing, North of Hwy 7) and that the remaining funds of
$952,105.69 be returned to the
original funding source; and further,
10) That Staff be authorized
and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
There was brief discussion on this matter.
Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Jim Jones
1) That the Staff report entitled, “Award of Tender 151-T-12 Birchmount Road Rouge River Crossing and Road Extension Update” be received; and,
2) That the contract for Tender # 151-T-12, Birchmount Road, Rouge River
Crossing, be awarded to the lowest
priced bidder, Dagmar Construction Ltd., in the amount of $7,667,187.72, inclusive
of HST; and,
3) That Staff be authorized to revise the scope of work for Contract # 151-T-12 to delete the servicing and roadwork bid items within the Remington Development properties and include the anticipated loss of profit, overhead and extra costs associated with deleting such work, for a net decrease of $1,490,000.00 in the tender; and,
4) That Staff be authorized to adjust the Purchase Order to be issued to Dagmar Construction Ltd. to the amount of $6,177,187.72, inclusive of HST; and,
5) That a contingency
amount of $926,578.16, inclusive of HST, (15% of $6,177,187.72), be established to cover any
additional construction and ancillary costs, and Staff be authorized to approve the expenditure of
this contingency in accordance with the City of Markham’s Expenditure Control
Policy; and,
6) That Staff be authorized
to issue a Purchase Order to AECOM Canada Ltd. in the amount of $384,504.23,
inclusive of HST, to provide construction inspection, contract administration
services, environmental inspection and material testing for the project, which
includes an increase of $225,057.52, inclusive of HST, for the additional geotechnical
testing, environmental inspections, MDE inspections as well as additional
contract administration and inspection fees due to the extension of the
contract (i.e. 8 months to 12 months), not included in the original RFP; and,
7) That a contingency
amount of $38,450.42, inclusive of HST, be established to cover any additional
construction inspection, contract administration services, environmental
inspection and material testing and that the Director of Engineering be
authorized to approve the expenditure of this contingency amount up to the
specified limit; and,
8) That the Engineering Department Project
Management Fee in the amount of $451,635.95, inclusive of HST, be funded from
Capital Budget account # 083-5350-12055-005 -“Birchmount Road Crossing at Rouge
River”; and,
9) That the award be funded
from the Birchmount Road, Crossing at Rouge River – (Construction) 2012 Capital
Account #083-5350-12055-005; and,
10) That capital account 083-5350-12055-005 be revised to reflect the change in the scope of work and changes in the funding sources (i.e. Development Charges, Developer and MDE) for the project. And that the funding in the amount of $3,496,400.00, inclusive of HST, be returned to the Development Charges (DC) Reserve; and,
|
Funding Source |
Original Budget |
Proposed Funding Change |
Revised Budget |
|
Development Charges |
$12,796,400.00 |
($3,496,400.00) |
$ 9,300,000.00 |
|
Developer Funding |
$
900,000.00 |
($
900,000.00) |
$
0.00 |
|
MDE Funding |
$
1,300,000.00 |
($
600,000.00) |
$ 700,000.00 |
|
Total Funding |
$14,996,000.00 |
($4,996,400.00) |
$10,000,000.00 |
11) That the remaining funds
in the account be maintained until the MNR and TRCA conditions related to the
Birchmount Bridge construction are finalized; and further,
12) That Staff be authorized and directed to
do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Peter Miasek gave
a presentation on behalf of the Unionville Ratepayer Association, addressing
the staff report and requesting GO Train Whistle Mitigation on Markham’s Stouffville GO Line, and
requesting funding and engineering resources for a noise monitoring study.
The Committee discussed grandfathering and
impacts to quality of life. Transport Canada will not consider property values
but does consider health issues with respect to sound decibels. Since Markham
is working toward increased, all-day service, this will need to be addressed.
A Working Group was suggested. Alan
Brown will advise of the appropriate composition of the working group at a later
date.
Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton
1) That the deputation by
Peter Miasek, representing the Unionville Ratepayer Association, regarding
train anti-whistling, be received; and,
2) That the report dated December 11,
2012, entitled “UPDATE - Train Anti-Whistling at Rail Crossings/Uxbridge
Subdivision Rail” be received; and,
3) That Metrolinx be requested to include
anti-whistling and/or other noise mitigation measures at level road crossings
as part of their pending Environmental Assessment study to be undertaken on the
Stouffville line for future infrastructure improvements; and,
4) That anti-whistling be included in the
I-METRO-E concept to electrify the Stouffville line; and,
5) That Metrolinx and York Region be advised accordingly; and further,
6) That a Working Group be
established, with a composition to be determined at a later date.
CARRIED
Correspondence + Survey Results
Sharon Taylor Wood, Director of the Unionville BIA, spoke to the Committee regarding the restriction of the number of restaurants on Main Street Unionville, and advised that a survey of the UBIA members indicates support for the removal of the restriction.
The Committee referred this matter to staff and directed that this move forward separately from the Unionville BIA visioning exercise.
Moved by: Councillor Don Hamilton
Seconded by: Councillor Carolina Moretti
That the correspondence and survey results dated November 16, 2012, and the deputation from Ms. Sharon Taylor Wood, Unionville Business Improvement Area (BIA) requesting the removal of the "50/50 Restaurant Restriction" on Main Street Unionville be received and referred to staff.
CARRIED
The Committee consented to new business in-camera, relating to
litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative
tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board.
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
Seconded by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
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 matter:
1) Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board.
2) Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board.
3)
Litigation
or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals,
affecting the municipality or local board.
CARRIED
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
Seconded by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
That the Development Services Committee rise from in-camera session at 6:37 PM.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at 6:37 PM.
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