Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
Declared interests
Deputy Mayor Chanrelated to Item 6.2.5 and 12.2.1, as he conducts business with the Applicant
What was decided (44 motions)
44 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the written communication from Eileen P.K. Costello, Aird & Berlis LLP regarding By-law 2026-51 (Christian and Nancy Hoover House 10224 Highway 48, be received.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
That the communication from Fatema Motiwala and Sufyan Sidyot regarding Item 6.3.5 "School Crossing Guard Program Contract Extension" be received.
Moved by Councillor Keith Irish, seconded by Councillor Andrew Keyes
Carried
In favour (9): Councillor Keith Irish, Regional Councillor Jim Jones, Councillor Andrew Keyes, Councillor Isa Lee, Regional Councillor Joe Li, Councillor Ritch Lau, Councillor Reid McAlpine, Councillor Nimisha Patel, Councillor Karen Rea · Opposed (3): Deputy Mayor Chan, Councillor Amanda Collucci, Mayor Frank Scarpitti
That the report of the Development Services Public Meeting be received & adopted. (Item 1):
Moved by Regional Councillor Joe Li, seconded by Regional Councillor Jim Jones
Carried
That the deputation by Vincent Shiu be received; and, That the written submission by Jeffrey Mak be received; and, That the report dated February 25, 2026, titled “Public Meeting Information, City of Markham, Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications to redesignate the subject lands from employment to mixed use for the purposes of retirement and seniors living, medical office, retail, childcare and private school uses (Ward 2)”, be received; and, That the Record of the Public Meeting held on February 25, 2026, with respect to City of Markham, Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications to redesignate the subject lands from employment to mixed use for the purposes of retirement and seniors living, medical office, retail, childcare and private school uses (Ward 2), be received; and, That the Applications by City of Markham for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications to redesignate the subject lands from employment to mixed use for the purposes of retirement and seniors living, medical office, retail, childcare and private school uses (Ward 2), be approved; and, That the proposed amendment to Zoning By-law 177-96 and By-law 2024-19, as amended, be enacted without further notice; and, That the proposed amendment to the 2014 Official Plan, as amended, be enacted without further notice; and further; That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Joe Li, seconded by Regional Councillor Jim Jones
Carried
That the report of the Development Services Committee be received & adopted. (Items 1 to 5) save and except items 6.2.1, 6.2.3, 6.2.4 and 6.2.5.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
That the staff report titled “Markham School Zone Safety Guide” be received; and, That the written submission from EJ Sand Traffic Safety Parent Group providing comments regarding the above subject matter, be received; and, That the report titled “Markham School Zone Safety Guide Final Report” be endorsed; and, That School Streets be endorsed as one of the Active School Travel Program initiatives, and that any required temporary road closures for this program will follow the City’s Road Occupancy Permit process in accordance with the Road Occupancy By-law; and, That implementation funding of the Markham School Zone Safety Guide be assessed and integrated with the Markham’s Vision Zero Road Safety Plan’s future annual budget requests, as appropriate; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
That the Staff report titled “York Region’s Regional Ownership and Maintenance of Cycling Paths Policies” be received; and, That Council endorse the City of Markham opting into York Region’s Regional Ownership and Maintenance of Cycling Paths Policy (Policy 1); and, That Staff be directed to notify York Region of City of Markham Council’s decision to opt-in to Regional Ownership and Maintenance of Cycling Paths Policy (Policy 1); and, That Staff forward this recommendation to the adjacent cities of Richmond Hill, Vaughan, and Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville; and, That Staff continue coordinating with York Region staff on the implementation and potential future cycling path transfers under the Ownership and Maintenance of Cycling Paths Transfer Policy (Policy 2); and, That York Region prioritizes the Ownership and Maintenance transfer, under Policy 2, of the Highway 7 Cycle Track, between Town Centre Boulevard and Sciberras Road; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
That the Staff memorandum titled “Information on Vertical Traffic Calming Measures” be received; and, That the 2010 Council moratorium placed on vertical traffic calming measures be amended to permit the installation of speed cushion treatments, subject to the proper traffic analysis, operational and budget considerations and public consultation; and, That requests for capital and operating/maintenance funding to support new speed cushion treatments, be considered as part of the annual budget process; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
That the report titled “Recommendation Report, Housekeeping Amendment to By-law 2024-19; Amendment to implement Section 9.13.4 policies of the City’s Official Plan in By-law 2024-19; Amendments to the accessible parking standards in Parking By-law 28-97 and By-law 2004-196; Amendments to all Public Use sections in MTSA areas of applicable Zoning By-laws; and Amendment to the City’s Fee By-law 211-83, as it relates to fees associated with multiple minor variances”, be received; and, That the Housekeeping Amendment to By-law 2024-19, included as Appendix ‘A’ to this report, be endorsed; and, That the amendment to implement Section 9.13.4 policies of the City’s Official Plan in By-law 2024-19, included as Appendix ‘B’ to this report, be endorsed; and, That the amendments to the Accessible Parking Standards in Parking By-law 28-97 and By-law 2004-196, included as Appendix ‘C’ to this report, be endorsed; and, That the amendments to all Public Use sections in MTSA areas of applicable Zoning By-laws, included as Appendix ‘D’ to this report, be endorsed; and, That the amendment to the City’s Fee By-law 211-83 as it relates to fees associated with multiple minor variances, included as Appendix ‘E’ to this report, be endorsed; and, That the by-law amendments cited in recommendations 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 be forwarded to the next available Council Meeting for enactment; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
That the March 3, 2026, report titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, 2690622 Ontario Inc. (Kingdom Development Inc.), Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision (19TM-25002) to facilitate the creation of four development blocks, public roads, a public park, and greenway lands at 4077, 4101 and 4121 Highway 7 E (Ward 3), File PLAN 25 114390”, be received; and, That the Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-25002 be approved in principle, subject to the conditions set out in Appendix ‘A’ of this report; and, That the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or designate, be delegated authority to issue the Draft Plan Approval, subject to the conditions set out in Appendix ‘A’, as may be amended by the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or designate; and, That the Draft Plan Approval for Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-25002 will lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of Council approval if a Subdivision Agreement is not executed within that period; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
That the report of the General Committee be received & adopted. (Items 1 to 11):
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report entitled “2025 Summary of Remuneration and Expenses for Councillors and Appointees to Boards” be received; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report titled “2025 Year-End Results of Operations” be received; and, That the City’s 2025 operations net favourable variance of $7.37M be transferred to the Life Cycle Capital Replacement and Capital Reserve Fund, as per the approved Financial Planning and Budgeting Policy; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report entitled “Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF) and the City’s Enterprise Stormwater Pumping Station Upgrade Project” be received; and, That Council authorize The Corporation of The City of Markham (the “City”) to enter into the Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (the “Agreement”) with the Province of Ontario (Minister of Infrastructure) (the “Province”); and, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the TPA (and any related agreements), in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, and that the Commissioner, Community Services (or designate) be authorized to act as an authorized signing officer for the City under the TPA (including for the purpose of submitting required reports and confirmations); and, That Council approve a new in-year 2026 capital project to facilitate the City’s Enterprise Stormwater Pumping Station Upgrade project, as described in the report; and, That the total funding requirement for the capital project of $6,758,547 be funded from the HEWSF grant of $4,848,406 (equivalent to 72% of the total funding requirement) and that the remaining 28% be funded from the Life Cycle Replacement and Capital Reserve in the amount of $1,910,141; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report entitled “082-T-23 New Infill Residential Service Connections at Various Locations” be received; and, That the contract for infill residential service connections be extended for one year (January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026) to Rabcon Contractors Ltd. in the estimated amount of $1,052,722.12 incl. of HST with an option to extend the contract for one additional year (January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2027); and, That the Director of Engineering and Senior Manager of Procurement & Accounts Payable be authorized to extend the contract for one additional year based on the Consumer Price Index for All Items Ontario for a twelve-month period ending October 31 in the applicable year up to a maximum of 4% and subject to satisfactory performance by the Contractor; and, That the contract be funded from account 083-5350-26039-005 “Residential Water Service Connections” in the amount of $1,052,722.12 that is fully funded by homeowners; and, That the tendering process be waived in accordance with Procurement By-Law 2017-8, Part II, Section 11. Non-Competitive Procurement, items 11.1 (c) and (d), which state: (c) when the extension of an existing Contract would prove more cost-effective or beneficial; and, (d) where a project is privately funded but is administered by the City; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report entitled “School Crossing Guard Program Contract Extension” be received; and, That the tendering process be waived in accordance with Purchasing By-Law 2017-8, Part II, Section 11. Non-Competitive Procurement, items 11.1 (c) and (g), which state: (c) when the extension of an existing Contract would prove more cost-effective or beneficial; and (g) where it is in the City’s best interest not to solicit a competitive bid; and, That the contract for the school crossing guard program be extended with Staffing Services Inc. for 4 years (September 2026 to June 2030) in the estimated amount of $3,449,256.96 (Incl. of HST) with an option to extend the contract for an additional 3-year term (September 2030 – June 2033); and, That the award be funded from Operating Budget 740-998-5642 “School Crossing Guards; and, That the Director of Engineering and Senior Manager, Procurement & Accounts Payable be authorized to exercise the option to renew the contract for the 3 -year extension at the same rate subject to Council adoption of the annual operating budget; and, That the 2027 – 2033 operating budgets be adjusted for growth (additional crossing guards) if required through the annual budget process; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report entitled “ Award of Proposal 183-R-24, Consulting Services for Implementation, Integration, Ongoing Support and Maintenance of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Solution” be received; and, That the contract 183 -R-2 4 Consulting Services for Implementation, Integration, Ongoing Support and Maintenance of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Solution (One time - implementation and training costs) (Recurring - ongoing support and maintenance) be awarded to the highest ranked/ second lowest priced bidder, MNP Digital Inc. (MNP) in the amount of $2,142,952.99 inclusive of HST; and, That a contingency in the amount of $214,295.30 inclusive of HST be established to cover any additional project costs be approved, and that authorization be granted to approve expenditures of this contingency amount up to the specified limit in accordance with the Expenditure Control Policy; and, That the capital costs be funded from capital project GL account 400-101-5399-24076 - ITS - Corporate CRM Systems Implementation, with an available budget of $1,970,085.00; and, That the capital shortfall of $387,163.29 ($1,970,085.00 – ($ 2,142,952.99 + $ 214,295.30) be funded from the 2022 Capital Project 22060 – ITS Strategic Plan Implementation (GL account 049-615022060005), with an available budget of $545,845.15, and, That the contract for ongoing support and maintenance costs for 9 years be awarded to MNP Digital Inc. (MNP) in the amou
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report entitled “019-T-26 Supply & Delivery of Four Compact Tractors” be received; and, That the contract for the supply and delivery of four compact tractors be awarded to the lowest compliant bidder, BE Larkin Equipment, in the amount of $675,874.66 inclusive of HST; and, That the award be funded from project #24418 Corporate Fleet Replacement – Non-Fire (account #057-6150-24418-005) with available budget of $195,100.00; and, That future-provisioned funding in the Life Cycle Reserve for additional units of $184,600.00 be pulled forward to 2026, and the incremental budget requirement of $296,174.66 ($675,874.66 - $195,100.00 - $184,600.00) be funded from and added to the Life Cycle Replacement and Capital Reserve Fund as part of the annual Reserve update; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report entitled “002-T-26 Flato Markham Theatre Stage Floor Replacement” be received; and, That the contract for the stage floor replacement be awarded to the lowest priced bidder, BrightCore Inc., in the amount of $464,025.60 inclusive of HST; and, That a 10% contingency in the amount of $46,402.56 inclusive of HST, be established to cover any additional consulting requirements and that authorization to approve expenditures of the contingency amount up to the specified limit be in accordance with the Expenditure Control Policy; and, That the contract award in the amount of $510,428.16 ($464,025.60 + $46,402.56) be funded from account 074-6150-26006-005 “Theatre-Stage Floor Replacement” with an available budget of $392,700; and, That the budget shortfall of $117,728.16 be funded from the Life Cycle Replacement and Capital Reserve Fund; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
The report entitled “Revisions to the Purchasing By-Law 2017-8” be received; and, That Council approve the proposed revisions to the Purchasing By-Law 2017-8 to modernize practices, streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and align with current municipal practices while ensuring the continued application of appropriate fiscal controls; and, That the City of Markham By-Law 2017-8 be repealed in its entirety and be replaced in accordance with this report; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report titled “Transfer of Kennedy Main Street Unionville Watermain on Carlton Road from the Region of York” be received; and, That Staff be authorized to assume the ownership of the Kennedy Main Street Unionville Watermain on Carlton Road from the Regional Municipality of York (63 meters of 400 mm PVC watermain and two valve chambers, as described in Attachment A); and, That the Director of Environmental Services be authorized to execute any documents in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor and Commissioner of Community Services related to the transfer of the Kennedy Main Street Unionville Watermain on Carlton Road; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the report titled “Annual Water Quality Report (January-December 2025)” as required by Schedule 22 of Ontario Regulation 170/03, under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002, enclosed herein be received; and, That the Annual 2025 Regulatory Water Quality Report (Attachment “A”), containing information for the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) on water supply and quality as required by Section 11 of Ontario Regulation 170/03, under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002, be received; and, That Council acknowledge that staff posted the Annual 2025 Detailed Regulatory Water Quality Report on the City’s website and that it has been made available electronically and in hard copy version by February 28, 2026 as per regulations; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the written submission by Louise McGill be received; and, That the report for the Zoning By-law Amendment Application submitted by Tanya Holme-Strader (the ‘Owner”) which “proposes to add a business office use to the existing residential zone”, Ward 4 File No. PLAN 25 144333, be received; and, That the Record of the Public Meeting held on March 10th, 2026, with respect to Zoning By-law Amendment Application (File No. PLAN 25 144333), be received; and, That the Application submitted by Tanya Holme-Strader (the “Owner”) for the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment (File No. PLAN 25 144333), be approved at a future Council meeting without further Notice; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this Resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Joe Li, seconded by Regional Councillor Jim Jones
Carried
That Report “009-T-26 Centennial C.C. Arena Replacement Project” be received; and, That the contract 009-T-26 for the Centennial C.C. Arena Replacement Project” be awarded to the lowest priced bidder, Frank Pellegrino General Contracting Limited in the amount of $3, 592,331.52 inclusive of HST; and, That a contingency in the amount of $300,000.00 inclusive of HST, be established to cover any additional construction requirements and that authorization to approve expenditures of the contingency amount up to the specified limit be in accordance with the Expenditure Control Policy; and, That the contract award in the amount of $3,892,331.52 ($3,592,331.52 + $300,000.00) be funded from capital projects “Centennial C.C. Arena Replacement Project” as identified under financial considerations section with an available budget of $3,004,305.58; and, That the budget shortfall in the amount of $ 8 88,025.94 be funded from the Lifecycle Replacement and Capital Reserve Fund; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Karen Rea
Carried
That By-laws 2026-25, 2026-36 to 2026-53 be given three readings and enacted.
Moved by Councillor Ritch Lau, seconded by Councillor Amanda Collucci
Carried
That the March 24, 2026 Confidential Update, “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; That the City Solicitor, or designate, be directed to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing in support of a settlement of the appeals; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Amanda Collucci
Carried
Deputy Mayor Chan declared a pecuniary interest related to Item 3.2.1, as he conducts business with the Applicant. He did not vote on the matter. That the Confidential Memorandum titled, “2690622 Ontario Inc. (Kingdom Development Inc.), Proposed Community Benefits related to Official Plan, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications at 4077, 4101 and 4121 Highway 7 E (Ward 3), Related File PLAN 25 114390”, be received; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That the March 3, 2026, Confidential Report titled, “REQUEST FOR DIRECTION REPORT, Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal by 8111 Kennedy Markham Inc. of the Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision applications to permit a multi-building, mixed use development located at 8111 Kennedy Road (Ward 3)”, be received; and further,That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to these Resolutions.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
That By-law 2026-35 be given three readings and enacted. Three Readings BY-LAW 2026-35 A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 24, 2026.
Moved by Councillor Nimisha Patel, seconded by Councillor Ritch Lau
Carried
That the Council meeting of March 24, 2026 be adjourned at 4:47 PM.
Moved by Councillor Nimisha Patel, seconded by Councillor Ritch Lau
Carried
6 1. That the Staff report titled “York Region’s Regional Ownership and Maintenance of Cycling Paths Policies” be received; and, 2. That Council endorse the City of Markham opting into York Region’s Regional Ownership and Maintenance of Cycling Paths Policy (Policy 1); and, 3. That Staff be directed to notify York Region of City of Markham Council’s decision to opt-in to Regional Ownership and Maintenance of Cycling Paths Policy (Policy 1); and, 4. That Staff forward this recommendation to the adjacent cities of Richmond Hill, Vaughan, and Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville; and, 5. That Staff continue coordinating with York Region staff on the implementation and potential future cycling path transfers under the Ownership and Maintenance of Cycling Paths Transfer Policy (Policy 2); and, 6. That York Region prioritizes the Ownership and Maintenance transfer, under Policy 2, of the Highway 7 Cycle Track, between Town Centre Boulevard and Sciberras Road; and further, 7. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
1. That the Staff memorandum titled “Information on Vertical Traffic Calming Measures” be received; and, 2. That the 2010 Council moratorium placed on vertical traffic calming measures be amended to permit the installation of speed cushion treatments, subject to the proper traffic analysis, operational and budget considerations and public consultation; and, 7 3. That requests for capital and operating/maintenance funding to support new speed cushion treatments, be considered as part of the annual budget process; and further, 4. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
1. That the report titled “Recommendation Report, Housekeeping Amendment to By-law 2024-19; Amendment to implement Section 9.13.4 policies of the City’s Official Plan in By-law 2024- 19; Amendments to the accessible parking standards in Parking By-law 28-97 and By-law 2004-196; Amendments to all Public Use sections in MTSA areas of applicable Zoning By-laws; and 8 Amendment to the City’s Fee By-law 211-83, as it relates to fees associated with multiple minor variances”, be received; and, 2. That the Housekeeping Amendment to By-law 2024-19, included as Appendix ‘A’ to this report, be endorsed; and, 3. That the amendment to implement Section 9.13.4 policies of the City’s Official Plan in By-law 2024-19, included as Appendix ‘B’ to this report, be endorsed; and, 4. That the amendments to the Accessible Parking Standards in Parking By-law 28-97 and By-law 2004-196, included as Appendix ‘C’ to this report, be endorsed; and, 5. That the amendments to all Public Use sections in MTSA areas of applicable Zoning By-laws, included as Appendix ‘D’ to this report, be endorsed; and, 6. That the amendment to the City’s Fee By-law 211-83 as it relates to fees associated with multiple minor variances, included as Appendix ‘E’ to this report, be endorsed; and, 7. That the by-law amendments cited in recommendations 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 be forwarded to the next available Council Meeting for enactment; and further, 8. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect t
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
1. That the March 3, 2026, report titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, 2690622 Ontario Inc. (Kingdom Development Inc.), 9 Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision (19TM-25002) to facilitate the creation of four development blocks, public roads, a public park, and greenway lands at 4077, 4101 and 4121 Highway 7 E (Ward 3), File PLAN 25 114390”, be received; and, 2. That the Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM-25002 be approved in principle, subject to the conditions set out in Appendix ‘A’ of this report; and, 3. That the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or designate, be delegated authority to issue the Draft Plan Approval, subject to the conditions set out in Appendix ‘A’, as may be amended by the Director of Planning and Urban Design, or designate; and, 4. That the Draft Plan Approval for Draft Plan of Subdivision 19TM- 25002 will lapse after a period of three (3) years from the date of Council approval if a Subdivision 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.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones, seconded by Regional Councillor Joe Li
Carried
1. That the report entitled “2025 Summary of Remuneration and Expenses for Councillors and Appointees to Boards” be received; and further, 10 2. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
1. That the report entitled “Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF) and the City’s Enterprise Stormwater Pumping Station Upgrade Project” be received; and, 2. That Council authorize The Corporation of The City of Markham (the “City”) to enter into the Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (the “Agreement”) with the Province of Ontario (Minister of Infrastructure) (the “Province”); and, 3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the TPA (and any related agreements), in a form satisfactory to the City 11 Solicitor, and that the Commissioner, Community Services (or designate) be authorized to act as an authorized signing officer for the City under the TPA (including for the purpose of submitting required reports and confirmations); and, 4. That Council approve a new in-year 2026 capital project to facilitate the City’s Enterprise Stormwater Pumping Station Upgrade project, as described in the report; and, 5. That the total funding requirement for the capital project of $6,758,547 be funded from the HEWSF grant of $4,848,406 (equivalent to 72% of the total funding requirement) and that the remaining 28% be funded from the Life Cycle Replacement and Capital Reserve in the amount of $1,910,141; and further, 6. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
1. That the report entitled “082-T-23 New Infill Residential Service Connections at Various Locations” be received; and, 2. That the contract for infill residential service connections be extended for one year (January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026) to Rabcon Contractors Ltd. in the estimated amount of $1,052,722.12 incl. of HST with an option to extend the contract for one additional year (January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2027); and, 3. That the Director of Engineering and Senior Manager of Procurement & Accounts Payable be authorized to extend the contract for one additional year based on the Consumer Price Index for All Items Ontario for a twelve-month period ending October 31 in the applicable year up to a maximum of 4% and subject to satisfactory performance by the Contractor; and, 12 4. That the contract be funded from account 083-5350-26039-005 “Residential Water Service Connections” in the amount of $1,052,722.12 that is fully funded by homeowners; and, 5. That the tendering process be waived in accordance with Procurement By-Law 2017-8, Part II, Section 11. Non- Competitive Procurement, items 11.1 (c) and (d), which state:(c) when the extension of an existing Contract would prove more cost- effective or beneficial; and,(d) where a project is privately funded but is administered by the City; and further, 6. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
1. That the report entitled “School Crossing Guard Program Contract Extension” be received; and, 2. That the tendering process be waived in accordance with Purchasing By-Law 2017-8, Part II, Section 11. Non-Competitive Procurement, items 11.1 (c) and (g), which state: (c) when the extension of an existing Contract would prove more cost-effective or beneficial; and (g) where it is in the City’s best interest not to solicit a competitive bid; and, 3. That the contract for the school crossing guard program be extended with Staffing Services Inc. for 4 years (September 2026 to June 2030) in the estimated amount of $3,449,256.96 (Incl. of HST) with an option to extend the contract for an additional 3-year term (September 2030 – June 2033); and, 4. That the award be funded from Operating Budget 740-998-5642 “School Crossing Guards; and, 5. That the Director of Engineering and Senior Manager, Procurement & Accounts Payable be authorized to exercise the 13 option to renew the contract for the 3 -year extension at the same rate subject to Council adoption of the annual operating budget; and, 6. That the 2027 – 2033 operating budgets be adjusted for growth (additional crossing guards) if required through the annual budget process; and further, 7. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
1. That the report entitled “Award of Proposal 183-R-24, Consulting Services for Implementation, Integration, Ongoing Support and Maintenance of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Solution” be received; and, 2. That the contract 183-R-24 Consulting Services for Implementation, Integration, Ongoing Support and Maintenance of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Solution (One time - implementation and training costs) (Recurring - ongoing support and maintenance) be awarded to the highest ranked/second lowest priced bidder, MNP Digital Inc. (MNP) in the amount of $2,142,952.99 inclusive of HST; and, 3. That a contingency in the amount of $214,295.30 inclusive of HST be established to cover any additional project costs be approved, and that authorization be granted to approve expenditures of this contingency amount up to the specified limit in accordance with the Expenditure Control Policy; and, 4. That the capital costs be funded from capital project GL account 400-101-5399-24076 - ITS - Corporate CRM Systems Implementation, with an available budget of $1,970,085.00; and, 14 5. That the capital shortfall of $387,163.29 ($1,970,085.00 – ($2,142,952.99 + $214,295.30) be funded from the 2022 Capital Project 22060 – ITS Strategic Plan Implementation (GL account 049-615022060005), with an available budget of $545,845.15, and, 6. That the contract for ongoing support and maintenance costs for 9 years be awarded to MNP Digital Inc. (M
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
16 1. That the report entitled “002-T-26 Flato Markham Theatre Stage Floor Replacement” be received; and, 2. That the contract for the stage floor replacement be awarded to the lowest priced bidder, BrightCore Inc., in the amount of $464,025.60 inclusive of HST; and, 3. That a 10% contingency in the amount of $46,402.56 inclusive of HST, be established to cover any additional consulting requirements and that authorization to approve expenditures of the contingency amount up to the specified limit be in accordance with the Expenditure Control Policy; and, 4. That the contract award in the amount of $510,428.16 ($464,025.60 + $46,402.56) be funded from account 074-6150- 26006-005 “Theatre-Stage Floor Replacement” with an available budget of $392,700; and, 5. That the budget shortfall of $117,728.16 be funded from the Life Cycle Replacement and Capital Reserve Fund; and further, 6. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
1. The report entitled “Revisions to the Purchasing By-Law 2017-8” be received; and, 2. That Council approve the proposed revisions to the Purchasing By- Law 2017-8 to modernize practices, streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and align with current municipal practices while ensuring the continued application of appropriate fiscal controls; and, 3. That the City of Markham By-Law 2017-8 be repealed in its entirety and be replaced in accordance with this report; and further, 4. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution. 17
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
1. That the report titled “Annual Water Quality Report (January- December 2025)” as required by Schedule 22 of Ontario Regulation 170/03, under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002, enclosed herein be received; and, 2. That the Annual 2025 Regulatory Water Quality Report (Attachment “A”), containing information for the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) on water supply 18 and quality as required by Section 11 of Ontario Regulation 170/03, under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002, be received; and, 3. That Council acknowledge that staff posted the Annual 2025 Detailed Regulatory Water Quality Report on the City’s website and that it has been made available electronically and in hard copy version by February 28, 2026 as per regulations; and further, 4. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Reid McAlpine
Carried
1. That the written submission by Louise McGill be received; and, 2. That the report for the Zoning By-law Amendment Application submitted by Tanya Holme-Strader (the ‘Owner”) which “proposes to add a business office use to the existing residential zone”, Ward 4 File No. PLAN 25 144333, be received; and, 3. That the Record of the Public Meeting held on March 10th, 2026, with respect to Zoning By-law Amendment Application (File No. PLAN 25 144333), be received; and, 19 4. That the Application submitted by Tanya Holme-Strader (the “Owner”) for the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment (File No. PLAN 25 144333), be approved at a future Council meeting without further Notice; and further, 5. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this Resolution.
Moved by Regional Councillor Joe Li, seconded by Regional Councillor Jim Jones
Carried
1. That Report “009-T-26 Centennial C.C. Arena Replacement Project” be received; and, 2. That the contract 009-T-26 for the Centennial C.C. Arena Replacement Project” be awarded to the lowest priced bidder, Frank Pellegrino General Contracting Limited in the amount of $3,592,331.52 inclusive of HST; and, 3. That a contingency in the amount of $300,000.00 inclusive of HST, be established to cover any additional construction requirements and that authorization to approve expenditures of the contingency amount up to the specified limit be in accordance with the Expenditure Control Policy; and, 4. That the contract award in the amount of $3,892,331.52 ($3,592,331.52 + $300,000.00) be funded from capital projects “Centennial C.C. Arena Replacement Project” as identified under financial considerations section with an available budget of $3,004,305.58; and, 5. That the budget shortfall in the amount of $888,025.94 be funded from the Lifecycle Replacement and Capital Reserve Fund; and further, 20 6. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Andrew Keyes, seconded by Councillor Karen Rea