Council Meeting

That the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting held on January 29, 2024, be adopted.

That the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on February 14, 2024, be adopted.

That the report dated February 28, 2024, titled “The World Council on City Data WCCD ISO 37120 Platinum Certification” be received, and further, That the formal presentation of the World Council on City Data (WCCD), ISO 37120 Platinum Certification to the City of Markham be received.

Carried unanimously Whereas the Little Native Hockey League (Little NHL) was created to allow Ontario’s First Nation children to play hockey and represent their communities; and Whereas the four pillars of the Little NHL are sportsmanship, respect, citizenship and education; and Whereas the Little Native Hockey League is celebrating its 50th anniversary; and Whereas the City of Markham, supported by Destination Markham Corporation, has been selected by the Little NHL as the host city for the Little NHL 2024 Hockey Tournament, Cultural Festival, and Gala Celebration; and, Whereas the 2024 Little NHL Tournament is the largest tournament to date with 246 teams, including a record number of girls teams, attracting First Nation players and families from across Ontario, showcasing their outstanding talent and passion for the sport of hockey and celebrating First Nation youth; Now therefore be it resolved: That the City of Markham proclaims March as “Little Native Hockey League Month” celebrating the 50th anniversary of the tournament and its outstanding legacy; and further, That the City of Markham encourages residents, schools, businesses, and community organizations to actively support the Little Native Hockey League Tournament, Cultural Festival and Gala. Mayor Scarpitti resumed the Chair.

That the report of the Development Services Committee be received & adopted. (Items 1 to 2):

That the Staff report, dated February 20, 2024, titled, "RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Designation of Priority Properties – Phase VII”, be received; and, That the deputation from Greg Sommer made at the February 20, 2024 Development Services Committee be received; and, That the June 14, 2023, recommendation from the Heritage Markham Committee, in support of the designation of the following properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act (in accordance with Appendix ‘B’), be received as information: 7855 Highway 7 East (Ward 5): “Nighswander-Topper House”; and, 10762 McCowan Road (Ward 6): “Peach’s United Church”; and, 4075 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 6): “Summerfeldt-Toole House”; and, 5060 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 6): “John Peach House”; and, 5650 Fourteenth Avenue (Ward 7): “Schoolhouse School Section”; and, 46 Timbermill Crescent (Ward 4): “Jacob Wismer House”; and, That Council state its intention to designate 7855 Highway 7 East (Ward 5) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and, That Council state its intention to designate 10762 McCowan Road (Ward 6) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and, That Council state its intention to designate 4075 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 6) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and, That Council state its intention to

That the Staff report, dated February 20, 2024, titled "RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Objection to Notice of Intention to Designate – Phase V Properties”, be received; and, That the deputation from Chris Uchiyama made at the February 20, 2024 Development Services Committee be received; and, That the written objection to designation under the Ontario Heritage Act as submitted on behalf of the property owner of 10737 Victoria Square Blvd (Ward 2), be received as information; and, That Council affirm its intention to designate 10737 Victoria Square (Ward 2) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and, That the Clerk’s Department be authorized to place a designation by-law before Council for adoption; and, That the Clerk’s Department be authorized to publish and serve notice of Council’s adoption of the designation by-law as per the requirements of the Ontario Heritage Act ; 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 2):

That the report entitled “289-T-23 Markham Village Phase 1A - Storm Sewers and Watermain Upgrades” be received; and, That the contract for be awarded to the lowest priced Bidder, Drainstar Contracting Ltd. in the amount of $18,746,673.19, inclusive of HST; and, That a 15% contingency in the amount of $2,812,000.98 inclusive of HST, be established to cover any additional construction costs 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 construction award in the amount of $21,558,674.17 ($18,746,673.19 + $2,812,000.98) be funded from the account 058-6150-23468-005 “Markham Village Flood Control Phase 1A - Construction” as outlined under the Financial Considerations Section in this report; and, That funding of $350,000.00 be retained in the account for other services as described under Financial Considerations Section; and, That the remaining funds from this tender relating to project #23468 “Markham Village Flood Control Phase 1A - Construction” in the amount $53,543.83 ($21,962,218.00 - $21,558,674.17-$350,000.00) be returned to the Stormwater Fee Reserve; and, That a 5-year moratorium be placed on any major servicing and utility installation along restored areas of the following streets: Church Street (from Maple Street to 9 th Line); and, Jack Court: and, Judy Court; and, Jill Court; and, Sir Isaac Gate; and, King Arthur Court; and, Rose Way; and further, T

That the report titled “Request for Approval of Revised Terms of Reference for Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee” be received; and, That the name of the “Markham Advisory Committee on Accessibility” be changed to the “Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee”; and, That the revised Terms of Reference for the Markham Accessibility Advisory Committee be approved in substantial conformity with the Terms of Reference attached as Appendix A; and further, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That By-laws 2024-28 to 2024-41 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. (1:56 PM)

NOTE: UPON APPROVAL BY COUNCIL IN OPEN SESSION, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WILL BE REPORTED OUT AT THE OPEN COUNCIL MEETING THIS DATE, FEBRUARY 28, 2024: That the confidential Council minutes of the Council Meeting held on February 14, 2023 be adopted.

That By-law 2024-27 be given three readings and enacted. Three Readings BY-LAW 2024-27, A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 28, 2024. No attachment

3 1. That the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on February 14, 2024, be adopted.

Mayor Scarpitti advised that the City of Markham is hosting the 50th Anniversary of the Little Native Hockey League (NHL) inviting over 4,000 Indigenous families to the event during March Break. Whereas the Little Native Hockey League (Little NHL) was created to allow Ontario’s First Nation children to play hockey and represent their communities; and Whereas the four pillars of the Little NHL are sportsmanship, respect, citizenship and education; and Whereas the Little Native Hockey League is celebrating its 50th anniversary; and Whereas the City of Markham, supported by Destination Markham Corporation, has been selected by the Little NHL as the host city for the Little NHL 2024 Hockey Tournament, Cultural Festival, and Gala Celebration; and, Whereas the 2024 Little NHL Tournament is the largest tournament to date with 246 teams, including a record number of girls teams, attracting First Nation players and families from across Ontario, showcasing their outstanding talent and passion for the sport of hockey and celebrating First Nation youth; Now therefore be it resolved: 1. That the City of Markham proclaims March as “Little Native Hockey League Month” celebrating the 50th anniversary of the tournament and its outstanding legacy; and further, 2. That the City of Markham encourages residents, schools, businesses, and community organizations to actively support the Little Native Hockey League Tournament, Cultural Festival and Gala.

1. That the Staff report, dated February 20, 2024, titled, "RECOMMENDATION REPORT, Designation of Priority Properties – Phase VII”, be received; and, 2. That the deputation from Greg Sommer made at the February 20, 2024 Development Services Committee be received; and, 3. That the June 14, 2023, recommendation from the Heritage Markham Committee, in support of the designation of the following properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act (in accordance with Appendix ‘B’), be received as information: o 7855 Highway 7 East (Ward 5): “Nighswander-Topper House”; and, o 10762 McCowan Road (Ward 6): “Peach’s United Church”; and, o 4075 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 6): “Summerfeldt-Toole House”; and, o 5060 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 6): “John Peach House”; and, o 5650 Fourteenth Avenue (Ward 7): “Schoolhouse School Section”; and, o 46 Timbermill Crescent (Ward 4): “Jacob Wismer House”; and, 6 4. That Council state its intention to designate 7855 Highway 7 East (Ward 5) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and, 5. That Council state its intention to designate 10762 McCowan Road (Ward 6) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and, 6. That Council state its intention to designate 4075 Elgin Mills Road East (Ward 6) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance; and, 7.

1. That the report entitled “289-T-23 Markham Village Phase 1A - Storm Sewers and Watermain Upgrades” be received; and, 2. That the contract for be awarded to the lowest priced Bidder, Drainstar Contracting Ltd. in the amount of $18,746,673.19, inclusive of HST; and, 3. That a 15% contingency in the amount of $2,812,000.98 inclusive of HST, be established to cover any additional construction costs 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 construction award in the amount of $21,558,674.17 ($18,746,673.19 + $2,812,000.98) be funded from the account 058-6150-23468-005 “Markham Village Flood Control Phase 1A - Construction” as outlined under the Financial Considerations Section in this report; and, 5. That funding of $350,000.00 be retained in the account for other services as described under Financial Considerations Section; and, 6. That the remaining funds from this tender relating to project #23468 “Markham Village Flood Control Phase 1A - Construction” in the amount $53,543.83 ($21,962,218.00 - $21,558,674.17-$350,000.00) be returned to the Stormwater Fee Reserve; and, 7. That a 5-year moratorium be placed on any major servicing and utility installation along restored areas of the following streets: i. Church Street (from Maple Street to 9th Line); and, ii. Jack Court: and, iii. Judy Court; and, iv. Jill Court; and, v. Sir Isaac Gate; and, vi. King

That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, Council resolve into a private session to discuss the following confidential matters at 1:56 PM.

1. That the confidential Council minutes of the Council Meeting held on February 14, 2023 be adopted.

1. That the confidential presentation regarding the Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal - 9704 McCowan Road regarding Development Charges (Sher Markham Inc) be received; and, 2. That staff be directed and authorized to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.