Council Meeting

That the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on November 25, 2025, be adopted.

That the deputation from Lincoln Lo be received.

That the deputation from Glenn Baron and David Johnston be received.

That the deputation from Edward Burlew be received.

That the deputation from Stephen Kertesz be received.

That the communication from the Unionville Residents Association regarding Item 7.1.1 "PUBLIC MEETING INFORMATION REPORT, CF Markville Nominee Inc. at 5000 Highway 7, Application for Zoning By-Law Amendment to develop “Phase 1” of the Subject Lands for a mixed-use development consisting of 1,881 residential units and five buildings with heights from 30 to 39 storeys at 5000 Highway 7 (Ward 3), File No. PLAN 24 172945" , be received.

That the briefing note titled "Recommendation Report, Housing Accelerator Fund Initiative 2" dated December 16, 2025, be received.

That the communication from Karen and Dirk Mooney and Robert E. Wright regarding Item 7.2.1 "RECOMMENDATION REPORT: Housing Accelerator Fund Initiative 2 (Additional Residential Unit Permissions and Incentive Program) – City Initiated Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments", be received.

That the report of the Development Services Public Meeting be received & adopted. (Item 1):

That the deputations by Mike McIntyre, Stella Yu, Dina Dong, Stephen Edgell, Gregory Karastergios, Sheng Huang, Kara Li, and Doug Denby, be received; and, That the written submission by Dennis Condos, Heather McKelvie, Stella Yu, Mike McIntyre, Ben Shum, Albion Fung, Catherine Leung, William Carruthers, Markville Community Association, Frank Vignando, Paraland Corp., Shunyan Cai, Eileen Costello, Stella Yu (Unionville Residents Association), and Yuning Chen be received ; and, That the report entitled “PUBLIC MEETING INFORMATION REPORT, CF Markville Nominee Inc., Application for Zoning By-law Amendment to develop “Phase 1” of the Subject Lands for a mixed-use development consisting of 1,881 residential units and five buildings with heights from 30 to 39 storeys at 5000 Highway 7 East (Ward 3), File No. PLAN 24 172945”, be received; and, That the Record of the Public Meeting held on September 9, 2025 with respect to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment application, be received; and, That the applications by CF Markville Nominee Inc., for a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment (PLAN 24 172945) be approved and the draft implementing Zoning By-law Amendment be finalized and enacted without further notice at the November 25 th (or at future) Council meeting; and further, That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That Item 7.2.1 Recommendation Report, Housing Accelerator Fund Initiative 2 (Additional Residential Unit Permissions And Incentive Program) – City Initiated Official Plan And Zoning By-Law Amendments be

That the report of the General Committee be received & adopted. (Items 1 to 8):

That the memorandum dated December 2, 2025 entitled “Markham Delegation - The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy in Markham” be received; and, That Council approve attendance of a Markham delegation, including Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Councillor Andrew Keyes, at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, in St. Petersburg, Florida on February 28 - March 2, 2025; and, That Council approve attendance of Councillor Keyes at the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix on June 1, 2025; and, That Council approve a total cost of $7,000 for attendance at both events, to be funded from the Markham Indy Project Budget (083 5350 25407 005); and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report dated December 2 , 202 5 , titled “Status of Capital Projects as of September 30, 2025” be received; and, That the Projects completed with surplus funds over $100,000 or with over 50% of Budget remaining, as identified in Appendix 2a, be recommended for closure, and funds associated with these projects in the amount of $1,406,312 be transferred to the original sources of funding as identified in Appendix 2a; and, That the Projects Completed without surplus funds or with surplus funds under $100,000 or with less than 50% of Budget remaining, as identified on Appendix 2b, be recommended for closure, and funds associated with these projects in the amount of $879,316 be transferred to the original sources of funding as identified in Appendix 2b; and, That the Non-Development Charge Capital Contingency Project be topped up from the Life Cycle Replacement and Capital Reserve Fund by $ 1,382,524 to the approved amount of $250,000; and, That the Engineering Capital Contingency Project be topped up from the Development Charges – City-Wide Hard Reserve by $85,443 to the approved amount of $100,000; and, That the Planning Capital Contingency Project be topped up from the Development Charges – Admin Capital Growth Studies Reserve by $567 to the approved amount of $500,000; and, That the Design Capital Contingency Project be topped up from the Development Charges – Parks Development Reserve by $4,799 to the approved amount of $100,000; and, That the Waterworks Capital Cont

That the report titled “2025 Audit Planning Report” be received; and, That the 2025 Audit Planning Report for the year ending December 31, 2025, prepared by KPMG LLP, Chartered Accountants be received; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report entitled “Award of Contract #210-T-25 Sanitary Waste Disposal, Sanitizing & Air Freshening Services at Various City Facilities” be received; and, That the contract be awarded to the lowest priced bidder, Citron Hygiene LP., for a term of two years in the estimated annual amount of $106,862.25 inclusive of HST as per the following: Year 1 - December 1, 2025 - November 30, 2026 - $ 106,862.25 Year 2 - December 1, 2026 - November 30, 2027 - $ 106,862.25 Total: $213,724.50; and, That the contract includes an option for the City (in its sole discretion) to extend the contract for up to four additional years to be exercised in one year periods. Pricing will be subject to CPI annual adjustment increases up to a maximum of 2%; and, That the Director of Sustainability & Asset Management and Senior Manager of Procurement & Accounts Payable be authorized to extend the contract for an additional four years, in one year periods, subject to adoption of the annual operating budget and satisfactory performance; and, That the estimated annual amount of $106,862.25 (inclusive of HST) be funded from various operating accounts; and, That the operating shortfall of $3,172.35 in 2025 and $38,068.25 in 2026 (budget of $68,794.00 – cost of award of $106,862.25) be managed within impacted departments’ approved budget allocations and that any required adjustments in departmental budgets be incorporated as part of the 2027-2031 operating budgets subject to adoption; and, That the award

That the report titled “Quality Management System Management Review” be received; and, That Council, as the Owner of the City’s drinking water system, acknowledge and support the outcome and action items identified from the Management Review; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report entitled “Conveyance of lands to Region of York for Road Widening – along 16th Avenue between Woodbine Avenue and Kennedy Road” be received; and, That the following lands be declared surplus pursuant to By-law 178-96: (a) Block 141 on Plan 65M3036, comprising all of PIN 03750-0338; (b) Part Lot 16 Concession 4, designated as Part 6 65R-39525, comprising part of PIN 03067-0005; (c) Block 188 on Plan 65M-2879 designated as Parts 9 and 10 on 65R-39525, comprising all of PIN 03067-0193; (d) Block 187 on Plan 65M-2879, designated as Part 1 on 65R-39520, comprising all of PIN 03037-0192; (e) Part of Touraine Drive on Plan 65M-2879, designated as Part 4 on 65R-39520, comprising Part of PIN 03067-0219; (f) Part of Block 186 on Plan 65M-2879, designated as Part 1 on 65R-40964, comprising of Part of PIN 03067-0191(LT); (g) Part of Block 185 on Plan 65M-2879, designated as Part 2 on 65R-40964, comprising Part of PIN 03067-0190(LT); (h) Block 170 on Plan 65M2964, comprising all of PIN 03751-0079; (i) Block 171 on Plan 65M3026, comprising all of PIN 03750-0002; (j) Block 78 on Plan 65M3026, comprising all of PIN 03750-0341; (k) Part of Block 46 on Plan 65M4065, designated as Parts 2-4 on 65R41627, comprising part of PIN 03058-1180(LT); (l) Part of Block 44 on Plan 65M4065, designated as Parts 5, 6, 7, 8 on 65R41627, comprising part of PIN 03058-1178(LT); (m) Part of Block 58 on Plan 65M4065, designated as Parts 9 and 10 on 65R41627, comprising all of part of PIN 03058-1192

That the report entitled “Development Charge Prepayment – Neamsby Investments Inc.” be received; and, That Council authorize the Prepayment of Development Charges by Neamsby Investments Inc. in the amount of $12,811,922.48 subject to the criteria set out in this report; and, That Council authorize the Treasurer to execute an agreement and any and all necessary associated documents on behalf of the City for the prepayment of development charges pursuant to Section 27 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, SO 1997, c 27 , subject to terms and conditions satisfactory to the City Solicitor in consultation with the Treasurer; and, That Council authorize a fee of $10,000 plus HST for the preparation and administration of the agreement pursuant to Section 27 of the Development Charges Act ; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report entitled “The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy in Markham – Update on Project Funding” be received; and, That Council authorize staff to engage with Destination Markham Corporation (DMC) to establish a multi-year funding commitment in support of the Markham Indy Project, acknowledging the event as a strategic initiative to advance Markham’s stature as a premier destination for major sporting events; and, That Staff be directed to amend bylaw 2018-116 in a form substantially similar to Appendix A (attached), satisfactory to the City Solicitor, which imposes the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) on the purchase of hotel accommodations within the City of Markham, which will increase the MAT rate from four percent (4%) to six percent (6%); that as part of a transition period, this change be to a limit of $1.2M per Hotel per annum at which time the MAT would not be charged for the remainder of the year; and that this transition period shall only apply to the 2026 and 2027 MAT remittance years; and further that this bylaw amendment shall come into effect April 1st, 2026; and , That Council authorize staff to continue to explore potential funding options and provide updates as required on opportunities that may support the Markham Indy Project over the term of the agreement; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report of the General Committee be received & adopted. (Items 1 to 9):

That the report entitled “Demolition Request for an Accessory Building within the Thornhill Heritage Conservation District, 86 John Street, (Ward 1)” dated December 9, 2025, be received; and, That the recommendation from the Heritage Markham Committee to not object to removal of the accessory building to accommodate a proposed rear yard addition be received as information; and, That Council supports the proposed demolition of the existing accessory building at 86 John Street within the Thornhill Heritage Conservation District; and further, That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report entitled “Demolition Request for a Fire-Damaged Detached Dwelling within the Thornhill Heritage Conservation District, 16 John Street, (Ward 1)” dated December 9, 2025, be received; and, That Council approves the proposed demolition of the fire-damaged dwelling at 16 John St. in the Thornhill Heritage Conservation District on the condition that the owner constructs a historically accurate replica of the heritage portion of the house, in the same general location on the property, based on measured drawings and archival photographs, using brick salvaged from the existing dwelling as recommended by the Heritage Markham Committee on November 12, 2025; and further, That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

1) That the report dated December 9, 2025 entitled “Comments on Bill 60 – Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025” be received; and, Amendments to the Planning Act 2) That Council not support the change granting the Minister authority to set prescribed percentages, permitting as-of-right variances; and, 3) That the Province add a provision to prohibit as-of-right variances in zones designated for environmental protection and natural hazards; and, 4) That the Province consider authorization of as-of-right variances to be granted at the municipal-staff level for detailed technical review prior to the approval of the minor variance; and, 5) That Council not support the change that would allow the Minister to override key policy direction outlined in the Provincial Planning Statement, 2024; and, 6) That Council recommend for municipalities to be granted a formal opportunity to consult with the Minister on Minister‘s Zoning Order agreements; and, 7) That Council requests the Province to consider implementing a mediation conflict resolution process to resolve disagreements prior to the Minister referring to the Ontario Land Tribunal; and, 8) That Council not support the requirement for Ministerial approval of official plan amendments that permit residential uses on all lands within Protected Major Transit Station Areas be removed; and further, 9) That Council support the expansion of Community Improvement Plans to include all upper-tier municipalities; Consultation on simplifyin

That the report dated December 9, 2025, entitled “Proposed Regulations to Enable the Special Economic Zones Act, 2025 and Species Conservation Act, 2025”, be received; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report dated December 9, 2025, entitled “Comments on the Proposed Consolidation of Conservation Authorities and Creation of the Ontario Provincial Conservation Agency”, be received; and, That this report be forwarded to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks as the City of Markham comments on the ERO posting of the “Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities” (ERO 025-1257); and, That Council support the recommendation that the existing boundaries for the Toronto Region Conservation Authority (proposed to be renamed to the Central Lake Ontario Regional Conservation Authority) be maintained; and, That Council support the recommendation that legislative changes not reduce conservation authority board and municipal autonomy over non-mandatory local programming and services delivered by the new regional conservation authorities; and, That Council support the recommendation that the governance structure for the new Central Lake Ontario Regional Conservation Authority Board maintain the current representation and one-member appointment allocated to the City of Markham; and, That Council support the recommendation that the Province retain the current minimum consultation requirements in the Conservation Authority Act and regulations for the review and approval of conservation authority budgets and not limit the ability for the regional conservation authorities to modify or tailor their budget consultations with

That the report titled “Citywide Parking Strategy – Final Report” and the presentation titled ”Citywide Parking Strategy Final Study Recommendations ” be received; and, That parking and associated paid parking initiatives in Unionville be moved from a long-term objective to a short-term objective ; and, That Council endorse the Citywide Parking Strategy (CWPS) as outlined in this report and detailed in the attachment; and further, That Staff be directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report dated December 9, 2025, titled “CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund Update”, be received; and, That the Housing Needs Assessment report dated March 2025, be received; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

WHEREAS, new infill development standards were introduced to guide appropriate growth, maintain neighbourhood character, comply with the City of Markham’s Official Plan and reduce the number of variances being requested through the Committee of Adjustment; and, WHEREAS, it is important to evaluate the effectiveness of these standards in achieving their intended objectives; and, WHEREAS, tracking applications to the Committee of Adjustment can provide valuable insight into trends, challenges, and potential areas for improvement in the infill development review process; and, WHEREAS, staff will be bringing forward housekeeping amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law in the new year, providing an opportunity to incorporate any necessary minor adjustments to the infill development standards; Therefore be it resolved: That staff be directed to prepare a report on the implementation and effectiveness of the new infill development standards, including any observed impacts on development applications and neighbourhood compatibility; and, That staff include in the report an analysis of Committee of Adjustment applications submitted since the introduction of these standards, identifying key trends, common variances requested, and any emerging issues that could inform the upcoming housekeeping amendments to the zoning standards; and further, That Staff be directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

WHEREAS, the City of Markham recognizes and honours the service and sacrifice of veterans and active members of the Canadian Armed Forces; and, WHEREAS, many municipalities across Canada have introduced veterans-themed crosswalks as a visible symbol of gratitude and remembrance within their communities; and, WHEREAS, such a crosswalk would provide a meaningful way to engage residents, promote awareness, and demonstrate the City’s continued commitment to supporting those who have served our country; Therefore be it resolved: That Staff be directed to investigate the feasibility of installing a Veterans Crosswalk, and provide alternative commemoration initiatives at a suitable location within the City of Markham, in consultation with relevant stakeholders; and, That Staff report back to Council with potential design options, locations, cost estimates, and implementation timelines for consideration; and further, That Staff be directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the following clause be added to the recommendation: That staff provide a high-level summary of revenue and expenses for the 2026 Chinese Heritage Month and the 2026 Chinese New Year Dinner events and that staff report back with a possible amendment to the Council Code of Conduct to provide for suitable post-event financial report relative to other events subject to Section 10.1 (j) of the Code of Conduct.

1. That in accordance with 10.1 (j) (viii) of the Council Code of Conduct, Council authorize the following exemptions only for the purposes of the 2026 Chinese Heritage Month Events: a. That Mayor Frank Scarpitti, Deputy Mayor Michael Chan and Regional Councillor Joe Li, be exempt from the $30,000 annual fundraising limit as noted in 10.1 (j) (vi) of the Code of Conduct and the $5,000 limit for one-source donations as noted in 10.1 (j) (vii); and, b. That Councillor Ritch Lau, Councillor Amanda Collucci and Councillor Isa Lee be exempt from the $20,000 annual fundraising limit as noted in 10.1 (j) (vi) of the Code of Conduct and the $5,000 limit for one-source donations as noted in 10.1 (j) (vii); and, 2. That staff be authorized to provide accounting and financial transaction services in support of the Chinese Heritage Month Events; and, 3. That all revenue and expense transactions comply with the financial controllership processes as required by the Treasurer; and 4. That staff provide a high-level summary of revenue and expenses for the 2026 Chinese Heritage Month and the 2026 Chinese New Year Dinner events and that staff report back with a possible amendment to the Council Code of Conduct to provide for suitable post-event financial report relative to other events subject to Section 10.1 (j) of the Code of Conduct; and further, 5. That Staff be directed and authorized to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That in accordance with 10.1 (j) (viii) of the Council Code of Conduct, Council authorize the following exemptions only for the purposes of the Mayor Scarpitti’s 2026 Chinese New Year Dinner: a. That Mayor Frank Scarpitti, Deputy Mayor Michael Chan, Regional Councillor Joe Li, and Regional Councillor Alan Ho be exempt from the $30,000 annual fundraising limit as noted in 10.1 (j) (vi) of the Code of Conduct and the $5,000 limit for one-source donations as noted in 10.1 (j) (vii); and, b. That Councillor Ritch Lau, Councillor Isa Lee, and Councillor Amanda Collucci be exempt from the $20,000 annual fundraising limit as noted in 10.1 (j) (vi) of the Code of Conduct and the $5,000 limit for one-source donations as noted in 10.1 (j) (vii); and, That staff be authorized to provide accounting and financial transaction services in support of the Mayor Scarpitti’s Chinese New Year Dinner; and, That all revenue and expense transactions comply with the financial controllership processes as required by the Treasurer; and, That staff provide high-level summary of revenue and expenses for this event, and further, That Staff be directed and authorized to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That By-laws 2025-123 to 2025-129 be given three readings and enacted.

That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act , Council resolve into a private session to discuss the following confidential matters at 4:44 PM:

That the confidential Council minutes of the Council Meeting held on November 25, 2025, be adopted.

That the confidential verbal update from Director Cescato regarding Transit Oriented Communities be received.

That the Confidential Report regarding Proposed or Pending Acquisition of Land by the City or Local Board (WARD 4) be received, and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to take the actions necessary to give effect to the resolutions in this report.

That the Confidential Report titled “Recent OLT Decisions Affecting Hazardous Lands” be received, and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all the things necessary to give effect to the resolutions set out in this report.

That the Confidential Report, dated December 9, 2025, titled “REQUEST FOR DIRECTION - Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal of Applications for Consent and Minor Variances at 44 Rouge Street (Ward 4)”, be received; and, That the City Solicitor, or their designate, be directed to advise the Ontario Land Tribunal that the City not take a position; That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to these Resolutions; and further, That foregoing Resolutions be reported out in the open session of this Council meeting.

That the December 9, 2025, Confidential Report titled, “REQUEST FOR DIRECTION REPORT, Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal by Sunfield Glen Cameron Developments LP of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications to permit a 55-storey development with 690 residential units at 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 28, 30 Glen Cameron Road (Ward 1)”, be received; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to these Resolutions.

That By-law 2025-122 be given three readings and enacted. Three Readings BY-LAW 2025-122 A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 16, 2025.