M I N U T E S
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
2002-01-15 - York Room
All
Members of Council
Attendance
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Mayor D. Cousens Deputy Mayor F. Scarpitti (4:25 pm) Regional Councillors G. Landon T. Wong B. O'Donnell Councillors S. Daurio J.
Virgilio (4:50 pm) G.
McKelvey (4:05 pm) J. Heath D. Horchik K.
Usman (4:15 p.m.) A. Chiu |
J. Livey, Chief Administrative Officer R. Robinson, Town Solicitor J. Sales, Commissioner of Community Services A. Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services M. F. Turner, Commissioner of Development Services B. Cribbett, Treasurer S. Birrell, Town Clerk P. Miller, Acting Manager, Secretariat Services P. Loukes, Director of Street Services S. Taylor, Manager, Recreation, Planning & Aquatics J. Baird, Director of Planning J. Lustig, Manager, Financial Planning E. Adams, Project Manager, Capital Assets Management |
The Committee of the Whole meeting convened at the hour of 4:00 p.m. with Mayor D. Cousens in the Chair.
DISCLOSURE OF
INTEREST
None declared.
Recommendations:
That the minutes of the Committee of the Whole meeting held on December 11, 2001 be confirmed.
Carried
Committee had before it a tabled report from the Project Consultant “Completion of the Design Development of Angus Glen Community Centre and Library”, dated January 15, 2002.
Mr. Alan Wolfe, Project Consultant, introduced Messrs. Terry Fitsialos and D’Arcy Arthurs of Shore Tilbe Irwin and Partners, Project Architect, for the Angus Glen Community Centre and Library development, and Mr. David Field, Cansult Hanscomb Project Inc. Mr. Wolfe confirmed the design development is within cost estimates including the provision of some extras. There is full movement into the site and user group comments have been incorporated where possible.
Mr. Fitsialos thanked members of Town of Markham Planning staff for their efforts in the success of this project. He provided some background to date touching on access and parking. Building materials of stone masonry and glass have not yet been finalized. Mr. Fitsialos reviewed site drawings pointing out two exits and two entrances; a drop off point; proposed landscaping; ponds which will be studied separately; the location of the Library which has become a focal point; swimming pool; ice surface; the effective use of glass in the structure maximizing interior activity and exterior views; and a stepped roofline reflecting land levels. Internal floorplans incorporate north and south connections in a “shopping center” concept. It is proposed that the building be opened in stages.
Mr. Arthurs reviewed costs noting that the project is on budget. He explained areas where changes have been made, at some additional cost, for more cost efficiency in the future including a shelled out area for future storage space and a provision for additional future meeting space.
Mr. Wolfe reviewed previous concerns expressed by Council:
· the need for two signalized entrances to the site – these have been discussed with the Region and assurances have been received they will be in place prior to the openings.
· site circulation concerns – the two signalized entrances should resolve these.
· user group comments have been evaluated and incorporated where possible or presented to the Executive Steering Committee.
Some discussion took place regarding water and sewer connections and the upfronting of costs. It was agreed that, prior to March 1, 2002, a report would be presented to Council updating on the status of services. Next steps were also discussed.
A small food facility will be available immediately. A restaurant is planned for the site, however, a drive-through attached to the building is not feasible. The importance of a food facility with a drive-through component was stressed. Ideally, it should be attached to the building although a satellite facility may be necessary
The importance of preserving the small heritage dwelling on the site was stressed. Committee suggested it be utilizes on the site or relocated. Staff was directed to bring forward a report on plans for the dwelling before June, 2002.
Committee requested that evaluation of the original public comments be forwarded to members prior to future upcoming public meetings regarding this project.
Recommendations:
That the presentation by Mr. Alan Wolfe, Project Consultant, Messrs. Terry Fitsialos and D’Arcy Arthurs of Shore Tilbe Irwin and Partners, Project Architect, and Mr. David Field, Cansult Hanscomb Project Inc. regarding the design development of Angus Glen Community Centre and Library be received;
And that Council approve the Design Development of Angus Glen Community Centre and Library as presented by the Project Architect, Shore Tilbe Irwin & Partners and authorize the Architect to proceed with the Construction Document phase of the Project;
And that the Region of York be requested to provide traffic signals at the westerly entrance of the Angus Glen Community Centre and Library prior to the September, 2003 opening of the arenas and at the easterly entrance prior to the September, 2004 opening of the remainder of the building;
And that Council approve a budget of $803,700 plus GST to complete the Construction Document phase, to be funded from the Development Charge Reserve;
And that the Region of York be requested to complete the watermain installation and road widening along Major Mackenzie Drive between Warden Avenue and Kennedy Road prior to September, 2003;
And that a User Group Meeting and a Public Meeting be scheduled to present the Design Development;
And further that
staff bring forward a plan for the use of the heritage house currently located
on the subject property by June 1, 2002.
Carried
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Committee of the
Whole rose at the hour of 5:00 p.m. to meet in-camera and reconvened at the
hour of 6:25 p.m.
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The Director of Planning reviewed the proposed recommendation regarding a Town of Markham Group Homes By-law. He advised he has contacted various levels of government to determine how a Group Home was licensed without consultation with the municipality and to seek input on dealing with this matter in an appropriate fashion including the preparation of a Group Homes By-law.
Possible processes were discussed including an Interim Control By-law which was deemed to be extreme. As the Town of Richmond Hill is currently examining this same issue, it was agreed that a collaborative effort may be appropriate. In addition, it was suggested that perhaps a Regional Group Homes By-law may be appropriate and that Regional Social Services should be consulted.
Recommendations:
That a Group Homes Working Committee be established comprised of Regional Councillors O’Donnell and Wong, Councillors Usman, Heath and Chiu, and Town Staff from the Planning and Legal Departments, to report to Council on matters relating to Group Homes policies and regulations;
And that the Group Homes Working Committee meet with representatives of Provincial Ministries and the Region of York in an effort to resolve Provincial concerns relating to the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law adopted by Council to regulate group homes in the Town of Markham, and to obtain approval of the Town documents;
And that the Town documents to be approved include any appropriate technical amendments as may be agreed to by Council and between the parties, including an updating to reflect the current ward boundaries in the Town of Markham;
And that Provincial Ministries be requested to confirm arrangements in regard to the licensing of Group Homes in the Town of Markham, to ensure the Provincial licensing process includes consultation with the Municipality;
And that the Region and the Province be requested to participate on a Group Homes Advisory Committee proposed to be formed at the local level, to monitor on an on-going basis the Town’s Group Homes policies and regulations, and to review all proposals for the establishment of new group homes;
And that upon approval of the Zoning By-law to regulate group homes, a Registration By-law be brought forward for consideration by Council pursuant to the Municipal Act to require group homes to be registered with the Town of Markham;
And further that the Town Solicitor be authorized to request the Ontario Municipal Board to schedule a Hearing with respect to the Zoning appeal, and to also consolidate the Official Plan Amendment at the same Hearing if required to obtain approval of the OPA.
Carried
Recommendations:
That a by-law be presented to amend By-Law No. 2001-1, “A By-Law to Govern the Proceedings of Council and Committees of Council” to provide for by-laws to receive all three readings at the same meeting.
Carried
Committee
had before it the report from the Town Clerk and the Director of Street
Services “Permit Parking – Inverlochy Blvd. And Restrictive Parking –
Inverlochy Blvd. And Normark Drive”, dated January 15, 2002.
The
Director of Street Services explained the need for permit parking in the
area. He confirmed there are 26
available parking spaces but stressed the risk of issuing permits for all of
them. Mr. Loukes suggested that permits
be issued for 80% of those availabe (21 to 22 spaces). It was agreed that, because of the number of
available parking spaces, the program administration fee be lowered from $20.00
to $15.00 per permit. Committee was
advised that repairs to condominium parking areas are planned or currently
under way leaving a need for parking for area townhouses only. Co-operative Homes Inc. Thornhill Green will
administer the program in addition to providing other services for the Town.
Recommendations:
That a by-law be presented to amend the Parking By-law, By-336-88, as amended, to provide for permit parking on the west side of Inverlochy Boulevard south from Royal Orchard Boulevard to Cricklewood Crescent and that overnight restrictions that apply in the Town be in effect for the balance of Inverlochy Boulevard and on all of Normark Crescent;
And that the fee for permit parking be $70.00 per month;
And that Co-operative Homes Inc. Thornhill Green administers the program at a cost of $15.00 per permit issued;
And that the Town enter into a written agreement, in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor, with the Co-operative Homes Inc. Thornhill Green on the administration of the permit parking program;
And further that the Town reserves the right to revoke permits at its sole discretion.
Carried
That the Council meeting scheduled to be held at 2:00 p.m. on February
12, 2002 be changed to 7:00 p.m. and the Committee of the Whole meeting to be
held at 12:00 p.m. be rescheduled to 5:00 p.m.
Carried
Regional Councillor T. Wong inquired whether the Race Relations Committee
budget had been deleted and expressed concern regarding the potential impact on
planned events such as the upcoming “Many Faces of Markham” at Markham
Theatre. The CAO agreed to have staff
investigate.
ADJOURNMENT
The Committee of the Whole meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m.