Council Meeting

That the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on September 30, 2020, be adopted.

That the following proclamation, issued by the City Clerk in accordance with the City of Markham Proclamation Policy, be received for information purposes: Waste Reduction Week - October 19-23, 2020

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

That the report dated September 14, 2020 entitled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Angus Glen Village Ltd., 4071, 4073 and 4289 Major Mackenzie Drive East, south side of Major Mackenzie Drive, west of Kennedy Road, Zoning By-law Amendment to revise the development standards for 173 townhouses proposed on the subject lands, File No. ZA 18 154612 (Ward 6)”, be received; and, That the amendment to By-law 177-96, as amended, be approved and the draft implementing Zoning By-law, attached as Appendix ‘A’, be finalized and enacted, without further notice, subject to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority confirming that their technical requirements have been addressed; and, That Markham Council requests York Region to approve the signalization of the centrally located intersection, that serves as the principal access to Major Mackenzie Drive East, at the Land Owner’s expense; and, That in accordance with the provisions of subsection 45(1.4) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended, the owner shall, through this Resolution, be permitted to apply to the Committee of Adjustment for a variance from the provisions of the zoning by-law attached as Appendix ‘A’ to this report, before the second anniversary of the day on which the by-law was approved by Council; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report of the Development Services Committee be received & adopted. (2 Items):

That the report entitled “ Road Safety Update - Traffic Safety Audit Results (City-wide)” and presentation entitled “Traffic Safety Audit Results” , be received; and That the deputation of Peter Miasek on behalf of the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (CPAC) be received; and, That the deputation of Elisabeth Tan, resident, be received; and, That the communications submitted by Cosimo Crupi on behalf of the Unionville Cycling Club be received; and, That staff be directed to proceed with the development of a City-wide Road Safety Plan with priority initiatives to be directed towards the Denison Street and Main Street Markham corridors; and, That staff be directed to explor e new traffic calming measures to address vehicle speed and traffic infiltration on City streets, and to report back prior to conducting pilot projects; and That staff be directed to evaluate and, where feasible, incorporate the principles of Vision Zero into the Road Safety Plan; and, That staff be directed to investigate and develop appropriate branding and communications for the Road Safety Plan; and, That staff be directed to develop a short-term and long-term comprehensive public education program that aligns with the principles of the Road Safety Plan; and, That the City Clerk send a copy of this report and Council resolution to York Region; and further That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report dated September 29, 2020 titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT Evans Planning Inc. Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment application for two semi-detached lots and one residual lot at 12 and 16 Deer Park Lane (north of Deer Park Lane, west of Elizabeth Street). Ward 4”, be received; and, That the record of the Public Meeting held on November 19, 2019 regarding the Zoning By-Law Amendment application submitted by Gil & Marina Scholyar c/o Evans Planning be received; and, That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by Gil & Marina Scholyar c/o Evans Planning to amend By-law 1229, as amended, be approved, and that the Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Appendix ‘A’ be finalized and enacted without further notice; and, That Council assign servicing allocation for up to 5 residential units for the proposed development; and further, That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution. (By-law 2020-93)

That the report of the General Committee be received & adopted. (Items 1 to 3):

That the report dated October 5, 2020 titled, “2021 Capital Budget Pre-Approval (Revised)” be received; and, That Council approve the 2021 Capital Budget Pre-Approval, which totals $8,694,600 as outlined in Appendices 1 and 2; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That the report entitled “Contract Extension for Wide Area Network (WAN) Connectivity and Internet Services” be received; and, That the contract for WAN Services and Internet Services be extended for two (2) years (October 1, 2020 - September 30, 2022) to Rogers Communications at 11.6% discounted rate, in the amount of $577,814.44, inclusive of HST, broken down as follows; October 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020 $ 72,226.81 January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021 $288,907.22 January 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022 $216,680.41 Total (2 years) $577,814.44; and, That the contract for Internet Services with higher bandwidth (increasing from 500Mbps to 600Mbps) be extended for two years (October 1, 2020 - September 30, 2022) to Bell Canada at the existing 2019 rate, in the amount of $79,006.46 inclusive of HST, broken down as follows; October 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020 $ 9,875.81 January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021 $ 39,503.23 January 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022 $ 29,627.42 Total (2 years) $ 79,006.46; and, That the WAN Services from Rogers and the two Internet Services from Rogers and Bell be funded from operating budget account# 400-404-5108 in the amount of $656,820.90 (inclusive of HST) over a two (2) year period; and, That the tendering process be waived in accordance with Purchasing Bylaw 2017-8, Part II, Section 7 (1) (c) which states “when the extension of an existing contract would prove more cost-effective or beneficial”; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do a

That the report entitled “Contract # 043-S-20 To Operate and Maintain the Combined Heat and Power System at Angus Glen Community Centre” be received; and, That the Operation and Maintenance of the Angus Glen Combined Heat and Power System be awarded to Markham District Energy Inc. (“MDE”) to an annual upset limit of $167,904.00 inclusive of HST impact for a period of five (5) years (2020 – 2024), totaling $839,520.00 inclusive of HST impact (excluding adjustment to CPI) over that five (5) year period; and, That years 2 – 5 (2021-2024) be adjusted based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Ontario All-Items (January to January); and, That the 2020 award be funded from operating budget account 504-921-5314 “Service Agreements Facility Maintenance”; and, That the tendering process be waived in accordance with Purchasing By-Law 2017-8, Part II, Section 11.1 (h), which states “where it is in the best interests of the City to acquire non-standard items or Professional Services from a supplier who has a proven track record with the City in terms of pricing, quality and service;” and, That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement with Markham District Energy Inc, in a form approved by the CAO and the City Solicitor; and, That the CAO be authorized to extend the contract for an additional five (5) years (2025-2029) subject to Council’s approval of the annual operating budget; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to

M11 THE WEMAT GROUP Whereas York Region is undertaking an Official Plan Review through a municipal comprehensive review (MCR) process for a 2051 planning horizon; and, Whereas the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2019, requires upper-tier municipalities, in consultation with lower-tier municipalities, to designate all employment areas in official plans and protect them for appropriate employment uses over the long term; and, Whereas City of Markham Council passed a resolution on February 25, 2020 to postpone consideration of the employment conversion request by The Wemat Group (17.1 hectares) for lands located at the southwest corner of Highway 7 and Highway 404 to allow for the submission of an appropriate revised development concept plan prior to ultimate consideration of the conversion request by York Region Council; and, Whereas City of Richmond Hill Council on February 26, 2020 passed a resolution indicating their interest in considering a municipally initiated conversion of employment lands within the south-eastern part of the Beaver Creek Business Park for mixed-use development and support for the conversion requests submitted by Parkway Hotels and Convention Centre Inc. and Crestpoint Real Estate Inc. in this area; and, Whereas a Regional Committee of the Whole meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2020, to consider a Regional staff report seeking decisions on employment conversion requests and endorsement of employment area mapping to be included in the R

M8 MARKHAM WOODMILLS DEVELOPMENT INC. Whereas York Region is undertaking an Official Plan Review through a municipal comprehensive review (MCR) process for a 2051 planning horizon; and, Whereas the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2019, requires upper-tier municipalities, in consultation with lower-tier municipalities, to designate all employment areas in official plans and protect them for appropriate employment uses over the long term; and, Whereas City of Markham Council passed a resolution on February 25, 2020 to not support the employment land conversion request submitted by M8 Markham Woodmills Developments Inc. (1.9 hectares) located at the northeast corner of Highway 404 and Elgin Mills Road; and that staff be directed to work with the landowner to identify a broader range of potential non-residential uses for the subject lands; and, Whereas City of Markham Council passed a resolution on February 25, 2020 to support the employment land conversion request submitted by M3 1628740 Ontario Inc. and 1628741 Ontario Inc. (1.0 hectare) located at 2718 and 2730 Elgin Mills Road, subject to confirmation by York Region that no access to the employment lands along Highway 404 immediately to the west of the subject lands is possible from Elgin Mills Road through the subject lands; and that staff be directed to work with the landowner to identify a broader range of potential non-residential uses for the subject lands; and, Whereas discussions are ongoing with respect

M4 CORNELL ROUGE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, VARLESE BROTHERS ET AL, AND M7 NORFINCH CONSTRUCTION LTD Whereas York Region is undertaking an Official Plan Review through a municipal comprehensive review (MCR) process for a 2051 planning horizon; and , Whereas the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2019, requires upper-tier municipalities, in consultation with lower-tier municipalities, to designate all employment areas in official plans and protect them for appropriate employment uses over the long term; and , Whereas City of Markham Council passed a resolution on February 11, 2020, to endorse the Cornell Rouge National Urban Park Gateway Study Final Report as a framework for the creation of a pedestrian-focused Gateway connecting Cornell Centre and the Rouge National Urban Park; and directed City staff to work with landowners and agencies in a block planning and land use exercise to determine the appropriate land uses, built form and streetscape design to achieve the Gateway vision; and, Whereas the lands subject to the employment conversion requests by Cornell Rouge Development Corporation, Varlese Brothers et al (17.9 hectares), and Norfinch Construction (0.75 hectares) located north and south of Highway 7 within the Gateway study area, offer a unique opportunity for uses other than strictly employment uses that complement the Rouge National Urban Park and contribute to the development of the Gateway; and, Whereas City of Markham Council passed a resolution on Febru

That Council appoint the following Council members to the Microsoft 365 Cloud Service Pilot Evaluation User-Group Committee: (1) Regional Councilllor Jim Jones; (2) Councillor Keith Irish and (3) Councillor Andrew Keyes; and, That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution .

That By-laws 2020-91 to 2020-94 be given three readings and enacted

1) That the following person be reappointed to the Heritage Markham Committee: Ken Davis for a term expiring on November 30, 2023 2) That the resignations of Sabat Ismail and Harmony Law from the Race Relations Committee be received with regret for information purposes and that letters of appreciation be forwarded by Mayor Frank Scarpitti.

That the confidential report on the security of the property of the City or Local Board – Lease Assignment, be received; and, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the actions set out in this report.

That the confidential report regarding litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; – LPAT Appeal – 4389 19th Avenue (Ward 6) be received; and, That Council direct the City Solicitor and Staff not to attend the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (“LPAT”) hearing regarding the appeal of the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (the “Committee”) denying the requested minor variance as it relates to a reduction to the interior side yard setback for a partially constructed accessory building, subject to imposing the following conditions of approval as set out below in the event that the LPAT allows the variance: The variances apply only to the proposed development as long as it remains; That the variances apply only to the subject development, in substantial conformity with the batch stamped plans attached as Appendix “B” to the City of Markham’s Staff Report, and that the Secretary-Treasurer receive written confirmation from the Director of Planning and Urban Design or designate that this condition has been fulfilled to his or her satisfaction; That a scoped Arborist Report and Tree Assessment and Preservation Plan which includes all trees within 6.0 m (19.69 ft) of the proposed accessory building, be prepared and submitted by a qualified arborist in accordance with the City’s Streetscape Manual (2009), as amended, to be reviewed and approved by the Director of Operations or designate, and that t

That By-law 2020-95 be given three readings and enacted. Three Readings BY-LAW 2020-95 A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 14, 2020.

That the Council meeting be adjourned at 2:05 p.m.

1. That the following proclamation, issued by the City Clerk in accordance with the City of Markham Proclamation Policy, be received for information purposes: a. Waste Reduction Week - October 19-23, 2020

1. That the report entitled “Road Safety Update - Traffic Safety Audit Results (City-wide)” and presentation entitled “Traffic Safety Audit Results”, be received; and 2. That the deputation of Peter Miasek on behalf of the Cycling and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (CPAC) be received; and, 3. That the deputation of Elisabeth Tan, resident, be received; and, 4. That the communications submitted by Cosimo Crupi on behalf of the Unionville Cycling Club be received; and, 5. That staff be directed to proceed with the development of a City-wide Road Safety Plan with priority initiatives to be directed towards the Denison Street and Main Street Markham corridors; and, 6. That staff be directed to explore new traffic calming measures to address vehicle speed and traffic infiltration on City streets, and to report back prior to conducting pilot projects; and 7. That staff be directed to evaluate and, where feasible, incorporate the principles of Vision Zero into the Road Safety Plan; and, 6 8. That staff be directed to investigate and develop appropriate branding and communications for the Road Safety Plan; and, 9. That staff be directed to develop a short-term and long-term comprehensive public education program that aligns with the principles of the Road Safety Plan; and, 10. That the City Clerk send a copy of this report and Council resolution to York Region; and further 11. That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

1. That the report dated September 29, 2020 titled “RECOMMENDATION REPORT Evans Planning Inc. Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment application for two semi-detached lots and one residual lot at 12 and 16 Deer Park Lane (north of Deer Park Lane, west of Elizabeth Street). Ward 4”, be received; and, 2. That the record of the Public Meeting held on November 19, 2019 regarding the Zoning By-Law Amendment application submitted by Gil & Marina Scholyar c/o Evans Planning be received; and, 3. That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by Gil & Marina Scholyar c/o Evans Planning to amend By-law 1229, as amended, be approved, and that the Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Appendix ‘A’ be finalized and enacted without further notice; and, 4. That Council assign servicing allocation for up to 5 residential units for the proposed development; and further, 7 5. That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution. (By-law 2020-93)

1. That the report entitled “Contract Extension for Wide Area Network (WAN) Connectivity and Internet Services” be received; and, 8 2. That the contract for WAN Services and Internet Services be extended for two (2) years (October 1, 2020 - September 30, 2022) to Rogers Communications at 11.6% discounted rate, in the amount of $577,814.44, inclusive of HST, broken down as follows; o October 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020 $ 72,226.81 o January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021 $288,907.22 o January 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022 $216,680.41 Total (2 years) $577,814.44; and, 3. That the contract for Internet Services with higher bandwidth (increasing from 500Mbps to 600Mbps) be extended for two years (October 1, 2020 - September 30, 2022) to Bell Canada at the existing 2019 rate, in the amount of $79,006.46 inclusive of HST, broken down as follows; o October 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020 $ 9,875.81 o January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021 $ 39,503.23 o January 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022 $ 29,627.42 Total (2 years) $ 79,006.46; and, 4. That the WAN Services from Rogers and the two Internet Services from Rogers and Bell be funded from operating budget account# 400- 404-5108 in the amount of $656,820.90 (inclusive of HST) over a two (2) year period; and, 5. That the tendering process be waived in accordance with Purchasing Bylaw 2017-8, Part II, Section 7 (1) (c) which states “when the extension of an existing contract would prove more cost-effective or beneficial”; and further, 6. That Staff b

1. That the report entitled “Contract # 043-S-20 To Operate and Maintain the Combined Heat and Power System at Angus Glen Community Centre” be received; and, 2. That the Operation and Maintenance of the Angus Glen Combined Heat and Power System be awarded to Markham District Energy Inc. (“MDE”) to an annual upset limit of $167,904.00 inclusive of HST impact for a period of five (5) years (2020 – 2024), totaling $839,520.00 inclusive of HST impact (excluding adjustment to CPI) over that five (5) year period; and, 3. That years 2 – 5 (2021-2024) be adjusted based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Ontario All-Items (January to January); and, 4. That the 2020 award be funded from operating budget account 504- 921-5314 “Service Agreements Facility Maintenance”; and, 5. That the tendering process be waived in accordance with Purchasing By-Law 2017-8, Part II, Section 11.1 (h), which states “where it is in the best interests of the City to acquire non-standard items or Professional Services from a supplier who has a proven track record with the City in terms of pricing, quality and service;” and, 6. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement with Markham District Energy Inc, in a form approved by the CAO and the City Solicitor; and, 7. That the CAO be authorized to extend the contract for an additional five (5) years (2025-2029) subject to Council’s approval of the annual operating budget; and further, 8. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things ne

M8 MARKHAM WOODMILLS DEVELOPMENT INC. 12 Whereas York Region is undertaking an Official Plan Review through a municipal comprehensive review (MCR) process for a 2051 planning horizon; and, Whereas the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2019, requires upper-tier municipalities, in consultation with lower-tier municipalities, to designate all employment areas in official plans and protect them for appropriate employment uses over the long term; and, Whereas City of Markham Council passed a resolution on February 25, 2020 to not support the employment land conversion request submitted by M8 Markham Woodmills Developments Inc. (1.9 hectares) located at the northeast corner of Highway 404 and Elgin Mills Road; and that staff be directed to work with the landowner to identify a broader range of potential non-residential uses for the subject lands; and, Whereas City of Markham Council passed a resolution on February 25, 2020 to support the employment land conversion request submitted by M3 1628740 Ontario Inc. and 1628741 Ontario Inc. (1.0 hectare) located at 2718 and 2730 Elgin Mills Road, subject to confirmation by York Region that no access to the employment lands along Highway 404 immediately to the west of the subject lands is possible from Elgin Mills Road through the subject lands; and that staff be directed to work with the landowner to identify a broader range of potential non-residential uses for the subject lands; and, Whereas discussions are ongoing with respe

M4 CORNELL ROUGE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, VARLESE BROTHERS ET AL, AND M7 NORFINCH CONSTRUCTION LTD Whereas York Region is undertaking an Official Plan Review through a municipal comprehensive review (MCR) process for a 2051 planning horizon; and, Whereas the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2019, requires upper-tier municipalities, in consultation with lower-tier municipalities, to designate all employment areas in official plans and protect them for appropriate employment uses over the long term; and, Whereas City of Markham Council passed a resolution on February 11, 2020, to endorse the Cornell Rouge National Urban Park Gateway Study Final Report as a framework for the creation of a pedestrian-focused Gateway connecting Cornell Centre and the Rouge National Urban Park; and directed City staff to work with landowners and agencies in a block planning and land use exercise to determine the appropriate land uses, built form and streetscape design to achieve the Gateway vision; and, 14 Whereas the lands subject to the employment conversion requests by Cornell Rouge Development Corporation, Varlese Brothers et al (17.9 hectares), and Norfinch Construction (0.75 hectares) located north and south of Highway 7 within the Gateway study area, offer a unique opportunity for uses other than strictly employment uses that complement the Rouge National Urban Park and contribute to the development of the Gateway; and, Whereas City of Markham Council passed a resolution on Febr

18 1. That the confidential report regarding litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; – LPAT Appeal – 4389 19th Avenue (Ward 6) be received; and, 2. That Council direct the City Solicitor and Staff not to attend the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (“LPAT”) hearing regarding the appeal of the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (the “Committee”) denying the requested minor variance as it relates to a reduction to the interior side yard setback for a partially constructed accessory building, subject to imposing the following conditions of approval as set out below in the event that the LPAT allows the variance: a. The variances apply only to the proposed development as long as it remains; b. That the variances apply only to the subject development, in substantial conformity with the batch stamped plans attached as Appendix “B” to the City of Markham’s Staff Report, and that the Secretary-Treasurer receive written confirmation from the Director of Planning and Urban Design or designate that this condition has been fulfilled to his or her satisfaction; c. That a scoped Arborist Report and Tree Assessment and Preservation Plan which includes all trees within 6.0 m (19.69 ft) of the proposed accessory building, be prepared and submitted by a qualified arborist in accordance with the City’s Streetscape Manual (2009), as amended, to be reviewed and approved by the Director of Operations or des