DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
JUNE 18, 2013,
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Council Chamber
Meeting No. 11
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 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 |
Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative
Officer Jim Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services Brenda Librecz, Commissioner of
Community & Fire Services Sabrina Bordone, Planner Alan Brown, Director of Engineering Stephen Chait, Director, Economic
Development Catherine Conrad, City Solicitor Stephen Corr, Planner Geoff Day, Senior Planner George Duncan, Senior Heritage
Planner Marina Haufschild, Senior Planner,
Urban Design Linda Irvine, Manager, Parks and
Open Space Development Richard Kendall, Manager, Central
District Rino Mostacci, Director of Planning
and Urban Design Rosanna Punit, Planner Liz Wimmer, Senior Environmental
Planner Marg Wouters, Manager, Policy and
Research 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. Regional
Councillor Gord Landon
assumed the Chair for Transportation items, Nos. 3, 19, 20, 21.
The Committee recessed from 1:00 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.
The Director of Planning and Urban Design introduced three new members of the Development Services Commission.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Valerie Burke disclosed an interest with respect to Item No.
9 regarding the Thornhill Revitalization Area, by nature of a family owned
business in the Thornhill area, and did not take part in the discussion of, or
vote on the question of the approval of this matter.
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services gave a brief introduction to this matter and advised that the required Minor Variance application will involve public notice and consultation.
Sheldon Levitt, Architect, Quadrangle Architects made a presentation and
provided a booklet on the proposed Downtown Markham Carousel Pavilion at the northwest
corner of Birchmount Road and Enterprise Boulevard, as part of Remington’s
commitment to provide public art in Downtown Markham. Mr. Levitt reviewed the various
components of the downtown core and the location of the pavilion. The site
plan, floor plan, renderings, and feature details were displayed. Mr. Levitt
advised that as part of the build-out of Markham Centre, the structure may be
relocated to another site in the future. Construction is anticipated to begin by
summer, 2014.
The Committee discussed noise impacts and programming with respect to sensitivity to surrounding residents and concern was expressed for bird strike mitigation.
The Committee indicated support for the concept of creating a people place with a water feature and concessions but cautioned that the vision of wide boulevards must be maintained. Staff confirmed that this project would not constitute parkland dedication.
Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton
1) That the presentation by Sheldon Levitt, Architect with
Quadrangle Architects, on the proposed Downtown Markham Carousel Pavilion at
the northwest corner of Birchmount Road and Enterprise Boulevard, File No. SC
13 110971, be received; and,
2) That the site plan application, submitted by Ruland
Properties Inc., for the proposed carousel and ancillary facilities, File No.
SC 13 110971, be endorsed in principle subject to the conditions attached as
Appendix ‘A’; and,
3) That final Site Plan Approval be delegated to the Director
of Planning and Urban Design or his designate; and further,
4) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Jim Baird, Commissioner of
Development Services advised that approval authority for this application has
been delegated to staff and it is being presented today to update the Committee.
Paul Wright, ACI Wright Architects, gave a presentation of the Nezyn Point (Mohammad Rhaman) proposal for a three-storey residential and retail development at 7160 Markham Road. Mr. Wright displayed renderings and elevations. Staff will continue to work with the applicant to finalize the plans.
The Committee commented on the extensive use of glass and suggested
improvements to the architectural features, requesting that high quality
pre-cast materials be used. The Ward Councillor requested community
consultation regarding this application.
Moved by: Councillor L. Kanapathi
Seconded by: Councillor Alex Chiu
That the presentation provided by Mr. Paul Wright, ACI Wright Architects entitled “Nezyn Point (Mohammad Rhaman), 7160 Markham Road” be received.
CARRIED
Alan Brown,
Director of Engineering, provided a brief update on this matter.
Mark Schollen,
Schollen and Company Inc. made a presentation to update the Committee and stakeholders
on consultation sessions, final design details, outstanding issues, and the
construction schedule. Approval is required to begin the tendering process for
Phase 1.
Mr. Schollen
discussed the proposed pathways, surface materials, and the design and construction
details for the bridges and various elements.
Staff reviewed the
budget status. The total estimated cost for Phase 1 is $ 2.85 m with a shortfall
of $ 0.69 m. Staff will structure the tender document to adjust the work to
meet the budget and will report back with the tender award and final scope of work.
Next steps include ongoing
communications with the agencies, finalizing details and plans in June/July, tendering
in August, and construction in the fall of 2013-spring 2014, weather dependent.
A detailed phasing plan will be provided at a later date.
Tupper Wheatley,
representing the Milne Dam Conservation Association, discussed the long process
and the numerous committee meetings held, and stated his support for the staff
report and detailed design. Mr. Wheatley thanked the consultants, staff and Council
members.
Elizabeth Tan spoke
in support of the trail system and provided comments on the surface materials
with respect to accessibility. Ms. Tan supports Option # 2 for the Main Street
and Carlton Road crossing.
The Committee
provided comments and discussed some aspects at length with staff and the
consultants:
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road crossing options for Main Street and Carlton Road: members
preferred Options 2 or 3, but noted the overhead crossing light in Option 3 is
not appropriate in the heritage district. It was suggested that the heritage
design for the crossing signs be reviewed. Staff will tender for Options 2 & 3 and
report back on both. Another suggestions was to keep the crossing as it is,
with signs indicating the road crossing
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the underpass at the CN tracks cannot be widened to help reduce flooding
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signage at the entrance and throughout the pathway system will include
trailheads, orientation and communications messages
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map application may be available with Access Markham
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the pathway cannot go under McCowan Road, other crossing options were
discussed
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lighting for signage is endorsed, but caution was given that it does not
lead to excessive lighting throughout the system
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eco-friendly parking options instead of paved surfaces were encouraged
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the trail path from Banfield to Drakefield has been determined through the
EA process
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the accessible trail loop has been tested by the Accessibility
Coordinator and the Chair of Markham’s Accessibility Advisory Committee and it is
satisfactory; however they noted that the path must be maintained properly or
changed to asphalt
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staff will review the placement of the trail within the Carlton Road
parking lot with respect to the proximity to the active parking area
The Committee
thanked the residents, staff, consultants, and Council members involved, for
their work on this project.
Moved by: Councillor
Carolina Moretti
Seconded by: Mayor
Frank Scarpitti
1)
That the deputations by Tupper Wheatley,
representing the Milne Dam Conservation Association, and Elizabeth Tan
regarding the Markham Multi Use Pathway be received; and,
2) That
the June 18, 2013 presentation from Schollen and Company Inc. be received; and,
3) That
staff be authorized to proceed with the tender of Phase 1 MUP construction for
Area 2, 3 & 4 (from Carlton Rd & Main St Unionville through Milne Dam
Conservation Area to Drakefield Road), and report back on bid pricing and award
of tender; and,
4) That
staff report back to Council or CAO with respect to tender price/award and
final scope of work for Phase 1, including
Options 1 and 2 for the Main Street/Carlton Road crossing and an approach to improve
the accessibility of the parking lot at the Milne Dam Conservation Area; and,
5) That staff ensure the accessibility loop be properly
maintained; and,
6) That
staff report back with an update on Phase II works and outstanding issues (i.e.
signage, entrance features, landscaping, maintenance requirements, etc.,); and
further,
7) That
Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to
this resolution.
CARRIED
Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services advised
that a purchaser has submitted a letter of intent to the owner of 26 Albert
Street, to purchase and move the James Campbell house. Council is required to
declare the house eligible to move into Markham Heritage Estates, subject to
the regular procedures. Michael Crabtree, applicant, was in attendance.
Discussions included the deadlines for the conditions of the demolition permit including the site plan application. Staff advised that the Chief Administrative Officer has delegated authority during Council’s summer recess for the site plan approval and for the sale of the Heritage estates building lot up to a certain dollar amount. Staff will provide an update at Council and if necessary, specific delegation authority could be enacted at that time.
The Committee was advised of an offer of financial assistance toward the building’s preservation and relocation, from Markham Village Conservancy.
Moved by: Councillor Colin Campbell
Seconded by: Councillor Carolina Moretti
1) That the Memorandum entitled “Status Update, James Campbell House Relocation, 26 Albert Street, Markham Village Heritage Conservation District,” dated June 18, 2013,`` be received; and,
2) That as recommended by Heritage Markham, Council declare the James Campbell House eligible for relocation to Markham Heritage Estates, but only as an intact structure; and,
3) That staff be directed to continue to work with the prospective purchaser on a proposal to relocate the building to Markham Heritage Estates and report back to Council on lot selection and the applicant’s financial capability, budget and project schedule; and
4) That
in the event there is a bonafide offer to purchase a building lot in Markham
Heritage Estates during Council’s summer recess, that authority be delegated to
the Chief Administrative Officer to approve, execute and complete the purchase
subject to confirmation from the Finance Department that the purchaser has the
financial capability to complete the transaction; and,
5) That Council express its appreciation to the Markham Village Conservancy for their generous offer of financial assistance toward the building’s preservation and relocation; and further,
6) That Staff be authorized and directed to
do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
The Committee requested that the application by Kings Petro Inc. be reviewed by the Accessibility Advisory Committee; and that Tribute be advised that Michael Morrissey, consultant for the Main Street Unionville project, has offered to assist with the design review for 20 Fred Varley Drive.
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Joe Li
1) That Committee receive the report
entitled “Report on Incoming Planning Applications for the period of February
1, 2013 to May 31, 2013” 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
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Joe Li
1) That the request by Cornell Rouge Development Corporation to rename Arboretum Drive to William Forster Road be approved; and,
2) 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: Regional Councillor Joe Li
1) That
the updated Street Name Reserve List for the second quarter of 2013, attached
as Appendix ‘A’ to the June 18, 2013 staff report titled ‘2013 Second Quarter
Update of the Street Name Reserve List’, be received.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Joe Li
1) That the report dated June 18, 2013 entitled “RECOMMENDATION
REPORT, Proposed General Housekeeping Zoning By-law Amendments respecting
Various Provisions in the City of Markham Zoning By-laws, File Numbers: ZA
12-107844 and ZA 12-109460”, be received; and,
2) That the record of the Public Meeting held on May 21, 2013, regarding the proposed general Zoning By-law amendments, be received; and,
3) That the General Housekeeping Zoning By-law amendments, respecting various provisions in the City of Markham Zoning By-laws, be approved and the draft by-laws attached as Appendix ‘A’ be finalized and enacted without further notice; and further,
4) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution
CARRIED
Councillor Valerie Burke disclosed an interest with respect to Item No. 9 regarding the Thornhill Revitalization Area, by nature of a family owned business in the Thornhill area, and did not take part in the discussion of, or vote on the question of the approval of this matter.
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Joe Li
1) That the Memorandum dated June 18, 2013, entitled “Thornhill
Revitalization Area, Proposed City-initiated Area and Site Specific Policies to
be included in the new Draft Official Plan and Amendment to Zoning By-law
77-73, File Number PR 11 127722”, be deferred indefinitely.
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Joe Li
1)
That correspondence dated June 17, 2013 from Ben
Quan, QX4 Investments Limited providing comments on the Official Plan, be
received; and,
2) That
the report and staff presentation entitled "Draft Official Plan 2012 -
Update on Timeline for Adoption" dated June 18, 2013, be received; 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 introduction.
Eldon Theodore of
MHBC Planning, representing the applicant, gave brief presentation of the elevations
and site plan. Andre Brouchu, Architect, was also in attendance. A handout of site
plan details was provided to the Committee. The Committee had no comments.
Moved by:
Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by:
Councillor Alan Ho
1) That the report dated June 18, 2013 titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Mon Sheong Foundation, site plan application to permit four seniors’ buildings at 31, 67 & 73 Old Kennedy Road and 4550 & 4576 Steeles Avenue East” be received; and,
2) That the application for site plan approval (SC 12 119834) be endorsed in principle subject to the conditions attached as Appendix ‘A’; and,
3) 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 plans; and,
4) That this 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,
5) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Jim Baird,
Commissioner of Development Services gave a brief summary of the infill
proposal.
Moved by:
Councillor Carolina Moretti
Seconded by: Mayor
Frank Scarpitti
1) That the report dated June 18, 2013, entitled “Recommendation Report, Mackenzie Builders and Developers Ltd., Applications for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval and Zoning By-law Amendment, Southwest corner of Major Mackenzie Drive East and Mingay Avenue, File Numbers SU 12-130894 and ZA12-130894”, be received; and,
2) That the record of the Public Meeting held on December 11, 2012, regarding the applications for approval of Draft Plan of Subdivision and implementing Zoning By-law be received; and,
3) That draft plan of subdivision 19TM-12005 submitted by Mackenzie Builders and Developers Ltd., be draft approved subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix ‘A’; and,
4) The Director of Planning and Urban Design, or his designate, be delegated authority to issue draft approval, subject to the conditions set out in Appendix ‘A’ as may be amended by the Director of Planning and Urban Design; and,
5) That the application submitted by Mackenzie Builders and Developers Ltd. 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,
6) That 2011/2012 servicing allocation for 27.5 single detached units (101.75 population), 12 semi-detached units (36.24 population) and 32 townhouse dwelling units (90.24 population) be granted to Mackenzie Builders and Developers Ltd. (for plan of subdivision 19TM-12005 as well as two additional single detached part lots) and to Wismer Markham Developments Inc. (for five additional single detached part lots), in accordance with the June 26, 2012 Servicing Allocation Update Report; and,
7) That
the Town reserves the right to revoke or reallocate the servicing allocation
should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and,
8) That the Region of York be advised of the servicing allocation for this development; and,
9) That the draft plan approval for plan of subdivision 19TM-12005 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,
10) 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 overview of the proposal for a
Place of Worship and discussed Official Plan policies and surrounding uses. The
proposal will require approval by York Region.
The Committee
indicated concern for the proposal, with respect to setting a precedent for
other similar developments in agricultural lands; however, given the size,
location, existing use, and staff rational, this application can be considered
unique. It was noted that the use will be limited to the current space and
future expansion will be restricted.
Moved by: Councillor
Carolina Moretti
Seconded by: Councillor
Logan Kanapathi
1) That the report titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Mahamevna Bhavana Asapuwa Toronto Applications for Amendments to the Official Plan, Minister’s Zoning Order and Zoning By-law to permit a Place of Worship at 11175 Kennedy Road,” and dated June 18, 2013 be received; and,
2) That the applications by Mahamevna Bhavana Asapuwa Toronto to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit a Place of Worship at 11175 Kennedy Road be approved; and,
3) That the proposed amendment to the Minister’s Zoning Order (MZO) for such purposes, be endorsed; and,
4) That the Recommendation Report be forwarded to the Ministry of Municipal
Affairs and Housing (MMAH); and,
5) That the proposed amendment to the Official Plan be adopted and forwarded to the Region of York for approval; and,
6) That the proposed amendment to City by-law 304-87, as amended,
be enacted after the proposed Official Plan Amendment is approved by the Region
of York; and further,
7) 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 overview of the proposed
development of a surplus school site.
A petition with 43
signatures in support of the revised proposal, reduced from 60 to 48 units, was
received (see Agenda item # 22). Councillor Don Hamilton provided a written
submission from John Lee, on behalf of the North Willow Heights Neighbourhood
Residential Community, in opposition to the proposal.
John Lee spoke on behalf of several residents
in opposition to the proposal. Mr. Lee had concerns for the loss of parkland
and safety impacts of the new street on the playground, and suggested a reduction
to 43 single family dwellings.
Staff displayed an
area plan and identified the proposed street which would take a 2.5m wide
section of land from the adjacent park.
Keith MacKinnon of
KLM Planning Partners Inc., representing the applicant, gave a presentation to
explain the development proposal and the preferred street pattern that will
line up with existing roads. Mr. MacKinnon discussed the semi-detached and
single dwellings and configuration options that had been considered. He provided
a photograph illustrating the amount of land that would be removed from the
park and renderings of the development, advising that landscaping and sidewalk
enhancements would be provided.
Vincent Pun, area
resident, spoke in opposition with respect to removal of parkland and
additional traffic near the park causing safety concerns. Mr. Pun encouraged
the preservation of the open space.
Lisa Huang, area
resident, spoke in opposition to the proposal and requested the parkland not be
removed.
Antonio Taormina
stated that he does not currently live in the area but may be considering a
move into the community. Mr. Taormina supports the proposal which will link the
roads and residential areas, as well as providing a more accessible and open park
area.
King Chen, a non-area
resident, supported the proposal and the open park concept.
The Committee
recognized the importance of parklands and indicated support for the compromise
reached with the applicant. The Ward Councillor thanked the residents for attending
the meeting and working toward a solution on this issue.
The Committee
directed staff to work with applicant to provide a additional playground
features to the park at a suggested value of $30-50,000, in consultation with
the community and the Manager of Parks and Open Space Development.
Councillor Don
Hamilton
Councillor Carolina
Moretti
1)
That the petition signed by 43 residents in support
of the revised proposal; and the written submission from John Lee, on behalf of
the North Willow Heights Neighbourhood Residential Community, in opposition to
the proposal by Grandfield Homes, be received; and,
2) That the deputations by John Lee, Vincent Pun, Lisa Huang, Antonio
Taormina, and King Chen, regarding the proposal by Grandfield Homes, be
received; and,
3) That the Staff Report entitled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT,
Grandfield Homes (Oakford) Limited, Applications for Draft Plan of Subdivision
and Zoning By-law Amendment to permit 48 single detached residential units,
Block 226, Plan 65M-3526 and Block 77, Plan 65M-3559, File No. SU 12 120199
& ZA 12 120199” be received; and,
4) That the record of the Public Meeting held on February 19, 2013 regarding the Draft Plan of Subdivision and implementing Zoning By-law Amendment be received; and,
5) That the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or his designate, be delegated authority to issue draft approval, subject to the conditions set out in Appendix ‘A’ to this report, as may be amended by the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or his designate; and,
6) That the application submitted by Grandfield Homes (Oakford) Limited to amend the Zoning By-law 177-96, as amended, be approved and that the draft by-law attached as appendices ‘B’ & ‘C’ be finalized and enacted without further notice; and,
7) That 2011/2012 servicing allocation for 48 single detached units (177.6 population) be granted to plan of subdivision 19TM-12009, in accordance with the June 26, 2012 staff report on servicing allocation; and,
8) That the City reserves the right to revoke or reallocate the servicing allocation should the development not proceed in a timely manner; and,
9) That the 2.5 metre strip
of land from Block 77, Plan 65M-3559 comprising 940 square metres as shown on
Attachment No. 5 be declared surplus to municipal purposes pursuant to By-law
178-96 and conveyed to the applicant at fair market value in the opinion of the
Manager of Real Property; and,
10) That the applicant provide to the City the 30% payment of the required subdivision processing fee in accordance with the City’s Fee By-law (By-law 211-83, as amended by By-law 2012-244); and,
11) That the applicant be
requested to provide additional playground features to the park at a suggested
value of $30-50,000, in consultation with the community and the Manager of
Parks and Open Space Development; and further,
12) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
David Hahn,
Municipal Affairs Consultant, representing Turris Sites Inc., made a
presentation on the proposed telecommunications tower at 4134 16th
Avenue. Mr. Hahn provided background information for Turris Sites Inc., a provider
of multiple-carrier facilities. The presentation included the area network
coverage, adjacent tower sites, surrounding properties, the original and
current proposed sites, the site layout, pole profile, photo simulation, multi-carrier
capacity, and enhanced landscaping. Rogers will be relocating to this pole and
removing their existing pole.
The Committee
suggested utilizing existing infrastructure such as hydro poles, and requested that
staff review the new protocols of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities
(FCM) in this regard. Staff provided an update regarding any concerns from York
Downs Golf Course and Kylemore Homes, and advised that the tower has been
relocated onto York Downs property and the current height is the same as the
original proposal. The Committee requested confirmation that Kylemore Homes has
no objection.
With respect to the
pending residents of Upper Unionville, concern was expressed that the tower
could be replaced in the future with a higher structure without public
consultation. Staff advised that Industry Canada could be requested to include
a condition for future notification and for site plan approval for any
extension or replacement of the tower.
Moved by: Mayor
Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by:
Councillor Colin Campbell
1) That the report
dated June 18, 2013, entitled “Recommendation
Report, Revised Site Plan Approval application by Turris Sites Inc. to permit a 40 metre high
shrouded monopole style telecommunications tower within a 100 m2
fenced compound at 4134 16th Avenue”, be received; and,
2) That the presentation by David Hahn, Municipal Affairs Consultant, Turris Sites Inc., regarding the proposed telecommunications
tower, be received; and,
3) That the application for site plan
approval be endorsed, subject to conditions of Site Plan Approval as identified
in Appendix ‘A’ to this report; and,
4) That Industry Canada be advised in
writing of this endorsement (concurrence), and that this approval is with
respect to this location only; and further,
5) That
Industry Canada be requested to include conditions that any extension or
replacement of the tower be subject to site plan control and that the applicant
be required to provide public notification, and that the site plan agreement also provide accordingly; 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 gave a brief overview and noted the
proposed four-level parking garage.
Donald C. Hindson
of Cattanach Hindson, representing the applicant, discussed the OMB hearings
for Minor Variances impacting this development and 93 Old Kennedy Road with
respect to overflow parking. Two minor amendments were noted for Appendix A, #
4, (if requested) and # 7 (for any required by-law relief).
Coloured renderings
were displayed. The Committee suggested a similar façade treatment for the
garage.
Moved by:
Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor
Logan Kanapathi
1) That the report dated June 18, 2013 titled “RECOMMENDATION
REPORT, Logos Baptist Church, 133 Old Kennedy Road, Application for Site Plan
Approval to permit a two-storey youth ministry building and a four level
parking garage in conjunction with the existing place of worship, File No.: SC
07 134328”, be received; and,
2) That site plan application file no. SC 07 134328, to permit a two-storey youth ministry building and a four level parking garage in conjunction with the existing place of worship, be endorsed in principle; and,
3) That Site Plan 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 Approval is issued only when the
Director has signed the site plan “approved”), when the following condition has
been met:
The Owner has entered into a
site plan agreement with the City containing all standard and special
provisions and requirements of the City and public agencies and the provisions
outlined in Appendix “A” to the June 18, 2013 staff report; and further,
4) That Staff be authorized and directed
to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Catherine Conrad, City Solicitor, provided an explanation of the terms for the proposed Agreement for Markham Centre parkland funding and delivery. Clarification was provided regarding indexing of contributions.
Correspondence was received from Townsend and Associates with comments, and staff advised that the comments have been taken into consideration. The Committee directed staff to contact Ms. Townsend in that regard, and any outstanding concerns may be addressed when this goes forward to Council on June 26.
Moved by: Regional Councillor Gord Landon
Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton
1)
That
correspondence from Lyn Townsend of Townsend and Associates regarding Markham Centre
parkland Funding and Delivery Agreement, be received; and,
2) That the report titled “Markham Centre Parkland Funding and Delivery Agreement” dated June 18, 2013 be received; and,
3) That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the Markham Centre Parkland Funding and Delivery Agreement, generally in the form attached hereto, and amendments thereto, with the Trustee of the Markham Centre Landowners Group and landowners within Markham Centre, in a form satisfactory to the Commissioner of Development Services and the City Solicitor; and,
4) That the staff be authorized to engage a Trustee to manage the trust account and transactions as described in this report, to be funded from the Parkland Delivery Fund, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract with the Trustee; and,
5) That the competitive purchasing process for the engagement of the Trustee be waived in accordance with Purchasing By-law 2004-341, Part II, Section 7.1 (h) which states; “where it is necessary or in the best interests of the City to acquire Professional Services from a preferred supplier or from a supplier who has a proven track record with the City in terms of pricing, quality and service” to engage the Trustee; and further,
6) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the recommendations set out in this report, including execution of documents.
CARRIED
Jim Baird,
Commissioner of Development Services reviewed the competitive bid in 2011 for the
Markham Mobility Hub Study that was awarded to ARUP and involved the Adamson
proposal as a component. Metrolinx now requires an expanded scope and
additional formalized public consultation as additional requirements for provincially
owned lands. In addition, Council had directed public consultation including a
design charrette for the Markham Sports, Entertainment and Cultural Centre. The
project will still be within the original approved funding envelope.
Alan Brown,
Director of Engineering advised that the project will also finalize the 407
transitway alignment.
The Committee noted
the visioning exercise will be built on a technical basis, and discussed the
previous exercise that had been done regarding Markham Centre. It was agreed to
refer this matter to the Unionville Subcommittee with authorization to review
and approve the proposal within the approved budget. The Committee directed
that the Subcommittee review include work undertaken to date to ensure that it
is a comprehensive project.
Moved by: Mayor
Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by:
Councillor Alex Chiu
1) That the report titled “Markham Centre Mobility Hub Study, Revised Scope of Work” be received; and,
2) That
the following be referred to the Unionville Subcommittee:
That Purchase Order PD 11314 issued to Arup Canada
Inc. for contract 167-T-11 (Markham Centre Mobility Hub/Station – Consulting
Services) be increased by $290,765.00, inclusive of HST, (from $369,197 to
$659,962) to cover the proposed expanded scope of work as detailed in this
report, and be funded from Capital Account 640-101-5699-10577 (Markham Centre
Mobility Hub); and,
3) That the Unionville Subcommittee and
the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to approve proceeding with the
study and to approve the funding, during Council’s summer recess; and,
4) That staff provide regular updates to
Development Services Committee on the progress of the Markham Centre Mobility
Hub Study; and,
5) That Metrolinx be requested to fund a
portion of the study; and further,
6) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Councillor Don Hamilton
1) That the June 18, 2013 report entitled ‘Temporary Road Closure of a Section of Cornell Centre
Boulevard from 16th Avenue to Riverlands Avenue’ be received;
and,
2) That temporary closure of Cornell Centre Boulevard, from 16th Avenue to Riverlands Avenue be approved to facilitate the construction of municipal services infrastructure and reconstruction of Cornell Centre Boulevard, for a forecast period from Monday July 1, 2013 to Friday November 1, 2013 subject to conditions listed in this report; and further,
3) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
Moved by: Regional Councillor
Jim Jones
Seconded by: Councillor Alan
Ho
1) That the report titled ‘Re-construction and Temporary Road Closure of Village Parkway between
Highway 7 and Landmark Court’ dated June 18, 2013 be received; and,
2) That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute
construction agreement(s) for re-construction of Village Parkway, from Highway
7 to Landmark Court with the Times Group/Unionville Development Corp (Lee)
and/or North Avenue 7 Developers Group Inc. and/or any other parties having
jurisdiction, in a form satisfactory to the Chief Administrative Officer and
the City Solicitor; and,
3) That temporary road closure of Village Parkway between
Highway 7 and Landmark Court be approved to facilitate the re-construction of
Village Parkway and installation of
underground services for a forecast period from Monday July 5, 2013 to
Monday October 28, 2013, subject to conditions listed in this report; and,
4) That an exemption to the City’s Noise Control By-Law
2003-137 be made to extend the hours of work from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM on
weekdays and from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on weekends and holidays during the road
closure period; and further,
5) That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things
necessary to give effect to this resolution.
CARRIED
The Ward Councillor noted the congestion at this intersection and requested staff review turn lane options. Staff will provide an update when this matter comes forward to Council.
Moved by: Councillor Alex Chiu
Seconded by: Regional Councillor Jim Jones
1) That the
report entitled “Award of Tender # 009-T-13 Birchmount Road / Denison Street
Intersection Improvements” be received; and,
2) That the following be referred directly to Council on June 26, 2013, to
allow the Director of Engineering to review options for turn lanes and provide
an update to Council:
a) That the contract for Tender #
009-T-13 Birchmount Road / Denison Street Intersection Improvements be awarded
to the lowest priced compliant bidder, Ashland Paving in the amount of
$452,931.04 inclusive of HST; and,
b) That a contingency in the amount of $45,293.10
inclusive of HST, be established to cover additional construction
costs, and staff be authorized to approve the expenditure of this
contingency in accordance with the City of Markham’s Expenditure Control
Policy; and,
c) That the Engineering
Department Capital Administration Fee in the amount of $59,786.90, inclusive of
HST, be transferred to reserve account # 640-998-8871 “Capital Administration
Fess”; and,
d) That the project cost be funded from Account #
083-5350-9291-005 (Intersection improvements) in the amount of $558,011.04; and,
e) That the remaining
funds in account # 083-5350-9291-005 “Intersection Improvements” in the amount
of $192,990.20 be returned to the original funding source; and further,
3) That
Staff be authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to give effect to
this resolution.
CARRIED
The petition was received with Item #14, the staff
report for Grandfield Homes.
Moved by: Mayor Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Jack Heath
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, Development Services
Committee consented to not resolve into in-camera session and to endorse the recommendations as presented in the in-camera agenda:
1) Development Services
Committee In-Camera Minutes
- May 7, 2013
[Section 239 (2) (e)]
2) [Section 239 (2) (e)] - Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Services Committee meeting adjourned at 3:15 PM.
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