Council Meeting

That the agenda be adopted as distributed by the Clerk with the following additions and deletions: a) Delegations received regarding Response to Council Motion: Report on Assumption of the Private Laneway for Freehold Townhouses 141-247 Shirley Drive - (Item 12.2); b) Delegation received regarding the Member Motion submitted by Councillor Beros with respect to providing owner relief from By-law 47-19, as amended by By-law 34-21 for 155, 161 and 163 Douglas Road - (Item 12.3); c)

That the minutes of Council Meeting C#29-22 held July 6, 2022 be adopted.

That the minutes of Special Council Meeting C#30-22 held July 26, 2022 be adopted.

a) That the minutes of Heritage Richmond Hill meeting HRH#05-22 held June 14, 2022 be received.

a) That the minutes of the Special Heritage Richmond Hill meeting HRH#06-22 held July 26, 2022 be received.

a) That staff report SRPI.22.092 be received; b) That the property located at 6 Greywacke Street (formerly known as 630 King Road) no longer has cultural heritage value or interest; c) That a by-law be passed to repeal By-law 95-13, amended by By-law 66-18, which designates 6 Greywacke Street (formerly known as 630 King Road) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. d) That the Clerk: i. Serve a copy of the repealing by-law on the owner of 6 Greywacke Street (formerly known as 630 King Road); ii. Publish notice of the repealing by-law in a newspaper having general circulation in the municipality; iii. Cause the repealing by-law to be registered against the property; iv. Serve a copy of the registered repealing by-law on the Ontario Heritage Trust; and, v. Delete any reference to 6 Greywacke Street (formerly 630 King Road) from the municipal heritage register.

a) That staff report SRPI.22.104 regarding the Review of the Cultural Heritage Value of 1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East be received; b) That the property located at 1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East (also known as 1577-1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East) no longer has cultural heritage value or interest; September 14, 2022 C#34-22 c) That a by-law be passed to repeal By-law 143-97, amended by By-law 68-06, which designates 1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East (also known as 1577-1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; d) That the Clerk: i. Serve a copy of the repealing by-law on the owner of 1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East (also known as 1577-1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East); ii. Publish notice of the repealing by-law in a newspaper having general circulation in the municipality; iii. Cause the repealing by-law to be registered against the property; iv. Serve a copy of the registered repealing by-law on the Ontario Heritage Trust; and, v. Delete any reference to 1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East (also known as 1577-1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East) from the municipal heritage register.

a) That the letter from Charles Harnick, Integrity Commissioner ADR Chambers, dated July 7, 2022, regarding Annual Report for the Operating Period May 12, 2021 to May 11, 2022, Reference File IC-18378-0622, be received for information.

September 14, 2022 C#34-22 WHEREAS the Shirley Drive townhomes were built in 1997/1998 have an ownership arrangement for their rear laneway that that pre-dates the Condominium Act 1998 WHEREAS it has been established that this ownership arrangement for the townhomes on 141-247 Shirley Drive is "unique" in the City of Richmond Hill as much as they are the only freehold townhomes with a common shared driveway and services which are not registered under the Condominium Act 1998 WHEREAS the builder, Law Development Group, instead registered a "For Profit" Corporation 1286302 Ontario Limited with a residents' Board of Directors to govern and self-manage the services and maintenance of the laneway under the terms of a Shared Facilities Agreement under which residents purchased their homes WHEREAS this unique model has resulted in a group of volunteer residents to become responsible for the management of the common laneway and services WHEREAS this has become onerous and has proved to be unsustainable for the residents WHEREAS the residents of the Shirley Drive townhomes have investigated the possibility of transferring ownership of the Shirley Drive Laneway to the City of Richmond Hill, but the current ownership structure was created in such a way that makes a legal transfer of the laneway lands onerous, costly and a lengthy process and not accepted by the homeowners WHEREAS the Shirley Drive residents have requested that the City of Richmond Hill explore an alternative arrangement

a) That the proposed name “William Duncan Park” for the site described in staff report SRPI.22.053, attached as Appendix A to staff report SRPI.22.093, be approved.

September 14, 2022 C#34-22 a) That Staff Report SRPI.22.100, regarding Summary Report Q2 2022, Municipal Infrastructure Assumptions under Delegated Authority, be received for information purposes.

a) That Staff Report SRPI.22.089, regarding Response to Motion with respect to Indoor Soccer Facility, be received for information; b) That staff initiate a Feasibility Study in 2022, including associated site planning, parking study and public consultation, to determine options to facilitate the installation of a new indoor soccer facility in Richmond Green; c) That funding in the amount of $400,000.00 be approved for use in 2022 to facilitate the execution of item (b) above; d) That staff prepare a design project with appropriate budget in the proposed 2024 Capital Budget requests to facilitate a new indoor soccer facility in Richmond Green.

a) That the Zoning By-law Amendment and draft Plan of Subdivision applications submitted by The Duncan Rd – 16th Avenue Group Inc. for the lands known as Part of Lots 22, 23, 24, 63 and 64, Plan 3806 (Municipal Address: 0 Fern Avenue), City Files D02-20031 and SUB-20- 0005, be approved, subject to the following: (i) that the current Low Density Residential Six (R6) Zone provisions under By-law 255-96, as amended, applicable to the lands be further amended to implement the site specific exceptions and a Holding (H) Provision, as set out in Appendix “B” to Staff Report SRPI.22.069; September 14, 2022 C#34-22 (ii) that the amending Zoning By-law be brought forward to the September 14, 2022 Council meeting for consideration and enactment; (iii) that the Plan of Subdivision as depicted on Map 5 to Staff Report SRPI.22.069 be draft approved, subject to the conditions as set out in Appendix “C”; (iv) that prior to draft approval being granted, the applicant pay the applicable processing fee in accordance with the City’s Tariff of Fees By-law; b) That Site Plan Control By-law 137-09, as amended, be further amended, if deemed necessary, to include the subject lands within a Site Plan Control Area for the purposes of securing the applicant’s sustainability commitments, and that said by-law be brought forward to a future Council meeting for consideration and enactment; and, c) That the authority to assign 35.1 persons equivalent of servicing allocation to the proposed development to be

That Council close debate on the main motion. A recorded vote was taken: In favour: (6): Regional and Local Councillor DiPaola, Councillor Beros, Mayor West, Councillor Cilevitz, Councillor Chan, Councillor Sheppard Opposed: (3): Regional and Local Councillor Perrelli, Councillor Muench, Councillor Liu Motion to Close Debate

a) That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by Richmond Hill Ecumenical Homes Corporation c/o DMS Property Management Ltd. for lands known as Part of Lot 46, Concession 1, E.Y.S. (Municipal Address: 286 Major Mackenzie Drive East), City File D02-20016, be approved, subject to the following: (i) that the subject lands be rezoned from Residential Multiple Six Density (RM6) Zone and Industrial – Class 1 (IC-1) Zone, as amended, to Multiple Residential One (RM6) Zone and Open Space (O) Zone under By-law 66-71, as amended, with site specific development standards to facilitate the development proposal as outlined in Staff Report SRPI.22.106; (ii) that the draft amending Zoning By-law as set out in Appendix “B” be brought forward to a regular meeting of Council for consideration and enactment; b) That pursuant to Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, Council deem that no further notice be required with respect to any necessary modifications to the draft amending Zoning By-law to implement the proposed development on the subject lands; c) That the authority to assign 185.4 persons equivalent of additional servicing allocation to the proposed development to be constructed on the subject lands be delegated to the Commissioner of Planning and Infrastructure subject to the criteria in the City’s Interim Growth Management Strategy, and that the assigned servicing allocation be released in accordance with the provisions of By-law 109-11; and, d) That all comments concerning th

a) That the revised Zoning By-law Amendment and draft Plan of Subdivision applications submitted by 2322669 Ontario Inc. for the lands known as Part of Lot 157, Plan 202 (Municipal Address: 18 Elm Grove Avenue), City Files D02-19011 and D03-19003, be approved, subject to the following: (i) that the subject lands be rezoned from Residential Urban (RU) Zone under By-law 1275, as amended, to Multiple Residential One (RM1) Zone under By-law 313-96, as amended, with site specific exceptions as set out in Appendix “B” to Staff Report SRPI.22.105; (ii) that the amending Zoning By-law be brought forward to the September 14, 2022 Council meeting for consideration and enactment; (iii) that the Plan of Subdivision as depicted on Map 5 to Staff Report SRPI.22.105 be draft approved, subject to the conditions as set out in Appendix “C” to SRPI.22.105; (iv) that prior to draft approval being granted, the applicant pay the applicable processing fee in accordance with the City’s Tariff of Fees By-law; b) That Site Plan Control By-law 137-09, as amended, be further amended to place the subject lands within a Site Plan Control Area for the purposes of securing the applicant’s sustainability commitments, and that said by- law be brought forward to the September 14, 2022 Council meeting for consideration and enactment; and, c) That 44.28 persons equivalent of additional servicing allocation be assigned to the proposed development to be constructed on the subject lands, to be released by the Commi

a) The staff report SRCM.22.05, regarding Delegated Authority Summer Recess Accounting, be received for information.

a) That the Memorandum from Tracey Steele, Acting Commissioner of Community Services, dated September 14, 2022, regarding 2021-2022 Season Winter Maintenance, Follow-up and Clarification with respect to SRCS.22.11, be received.

a) That the correspondence from Sigmund Lee, 20 Hamills Crescent, regarding the Memorandum from Tracey Steele, Acting Commissioner of Community Services, dated September 14, 2022, 2021-2022 Season Winter Maintenance - Follow-up and Clarification with respect to SRCS.22.11, be received.

a) That the following correspondence regarding the Member Motion submitted by Councillor Beros with respect to include French in all City of Richmond Communications Policy, be received: 1. Sigmund Lee, 20 Hamills Crescent, dated September 12, 2022; 2. Tina De Medeiros, 96 Olde Bayview Avenue, dated September 13, 2022; 3. Jean Bouchard, Chairman, Board of the Communaute du Trille blanc, dated September 13, 2020; 4. Remi Nolet, Association des francophones de la region de York (AFRY), dated September 13, 2020; 5. Marcel Bergevin, 36 Bond Crescent, dated September 13, 2022.

a) That the correspondence from Debbie George, 201 Shirley Drive, on behalf of the Shirley Laneway Committee, dated September 9, 2022, regarding staff report SRPI.22.034 Response to Council Motion: Report on Assumption of the Private Laneway for Freehold Townhouses 141-247 Shirley Drive, be received.

a) That the correspondence from Brian Chapnik, Chair, Village Core Residents Association, dated September 13, 2022, regarding the Member Motion submitted by Councillor Sheppard with respect to Richmond Hill Village Core, be received.

a) That the correspondence from John H. Emery, 13251 Leslie Street, dated September 13, 2020, regarding the Member Motion submitted by Councillor Muench with respect to Stormwater Fairness, be received.

a) That the correspondence from Ed Lomax, 351 Church Street South, dated September 13, 2022, regarding the proposed applications submitted by 2705785Ontario Limited c/o Dilawri Real Estate Group Inc., be received.

September 14, 2022 C#34-22 Whereas the owners of 155, 161 and 163 purchased the properties, the titles were transferred to them on September 6, 2017. The previous owner did the planning, and the notice of the decision was dated November 24, 2016. According to the notice of the decision, the last day to fulfill the condition was Nov 30, 2017. All conditions were met before the due date. Whereas the agreements were dated August 21, 2019; however the agreements were completed and released by the City in February 2020. Whereas in March 2020, Ontario announced a state of emergency due to the pandemic, which brought many uncertainties. Whereas the owners proceeded in 2022 to get their building permits, they were informed that the 48-month exemption for development charges had expired. Whereas staff reviewed the Notices of Decisions and did not see the standard wording regarding the Demolition Exemption expiry date. Furthermore, the Site Plan Agreements were reviewed, and while Clause 7 and the Fee schedule speak to payment of Development Charges, it does not mention the Demolition Exemption expiration. Whereas the applicant reached out to staff; however, staff explained that only Council could assist. Now therefore be it resolved that Council extend the demolition exemption for twelve (12) months to allow the applicant to submit and process the application. A recorded vote was taken: In favour: (5): Regional and Local Councillor DiPaola, Councillor Beros, Councillor Muench, Council

September 14, 2022 C#34-22 Whereas the City of Richmond Hill has two air cadet squadrons: 778 Banshee and 8 Globemaster. Whereas Canada has a cadet program with numerous cadet corps and squadrons across Ontario. Whereas cadet programs assist young people in developing skills and focus on physical fitness, leadership, citizenship and teamwork skills. Whereas Cadets are members of their communities and make contributions to society daily. Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the City of Richmond Hill proclaim Ontario Cadets Week on the first Saturday in October each year to honour the outstanding young Canadians and help them succeed.

Whereas the English, French and Aboriginal people are the three founding nations recognized in Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms; Whereas the French language is one of the two official languages in Canada and one of the official languages in 29 countries around the world; Whereas the French language is the fifth most spoken language in the world with over 75 million people speaking French as their first language and 200 million speak French as a second language; Whereas the City of Richmond Hill is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Canada and is expecting to welcome an increased immigration influx which will augment its francophone population; Whereas the City of Richmond Hill, through its Communication Department, is offering information in many other languages; Now therefore be, it resolved that the City of Richmond Hill adds the French language to be included in its policy to facilitate communication with residents who speak this language. A recorded vote was taken: September 14, 2022 C#34-22 In favour: (9): Regional and Local Councillor DiPaola, Regional and Local Councillor Perrelli, Councillor Beros, Councillor Muench, Councillor Liu, Mayor West, Councillor Cilevitz, Councillor Chan, Councillor Sheppard Opposed: (0): None

WHEREAS, the “Village Core” is the historic downtown of Richmond Hill, with a rich history, which hosts several iconic new and old buildings, and which functions as a cultural hub for the area, supporting and providing services such as: the Richmond Hill Centre for Performing Arts, the Central Library, the Sports Hall of Fame and Elgin Barrow Arena, the Richmond Hill Heritage Centre, Town Park, the McConaghy Centre, the Wave Pool, shops, restaurants, social and community services, housing, and more; and WHEREAS, the City is undertaking a variety of initiatives to continue to add to the range of services and attractions and to bring more vitality to this area, such as: a) The Office and Downtown Revitalization Community Improvement Plan (CIP) update (anticipated completion December 2022) which is proposed to be extended for another 5 years and would, at a minimum, increase funding for renovation grants from a maximum of $50K to $100K, per Council’s direction in May 2022; b) The Official Plan Update – Village Area specific Official Plan Amendment (anticipated adoption in May 2023) which will provide more detailed planning for the Village area in accordance with direction endorsed by Council in February 2022 identified in the City Plan 2041 Key Directions report; c) Updated planning for the City owned Civic Precinct Lands (at Major Mackenzie Drive and Yonge Street) via the Official Plan Update, Investment Attraction Strategy, Parks Plan, and other initiatives: September 14, 2022

That the Member Motion submitted by Councillor Muench regarding Stormwater Fairness, be

That Council close debate on the Motion to Refer. A recorded vote was taken: In favour: (8): Regional and Local Councillor DiPaola, Regional and Local Councillor Perrelli, Councillor Beros, Councillor Muench, Mayor West, Councillor Cilevitz, Councillor Chan, Councillor Sheppard Opposed: (1): Councillor Liu Motion to Close Debate

September 14, 2022 C#34-22 That the following By-laws be approved: 16.1 By-law 78-22 - A By-law to Amend By-law 255-96, as amended, of The Corporation of the City of Richmond Hill 16.2 By-law 101-22 - A By-law to Amend By-law 2325-68, as amended, of the former Township of Markham and By-law 55-15, as amended, of the Corporation of the city of Richmond Hill 16.3 By-law 113-22 - A By-law to assume aboveground and belowground municipal services 16.4 By-law 114-22 - A By-law to assume aboveground and belowground municipal storm sewers, watermain and sidewalk 16.5 By-law 115-22 - A By-law to assume aboveground and belowground municipal services; assume lands as public highway; and establish lands as public highway 16.6 By-law 116-22 - A By-law to Amend By-law 1275, as amended, of the former Township of King and By-law 313-96, as amended of The Corporation of the City of Richmond Hill 16.7 By-law 117-22 - A By-law to Amend By-law 137-09, as amended, of The Corporation of the City of Richmond Hill 16.8 By-law 118-22 - A By-law to establish lands as public highway 16.9 By-law 121-22 - A By-law to establish lands as public highway 16.10 By-law 122-22 - A By-law to establish lands as public highway

That By-law 124-22, A By-law to confirm the proceedings of Council at this meeting, be passed.

That the meeting be adjourned.

That the revised Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications submitted by 2705785 Ontario Ltd. c/o Dilawri Real Estate Group Inc. for lands known as Part of Lots 1, 2 and 3, Registered Plan 2260 (Municipal Addresses: 9675, 9697 and 9699 Yonge Street), City Files D01-18003 and D02-18013, be approved in principle, subject to the following: i. that the Official Plan be amended to include site-specific policies as outlined in Staff Report SRPI.22.101; ii. that the draft Official Plan Amendment attached hereto as Appendix “C” be finalized and brought to a future Council meeting for consideration and adoption; iii. that the subject lands be rezoned from General Commercial One (GC1) Zone under By-law 2325-68, as amended, to Residential Tenth Density (RM10-XX) Zone under By-law 2325-68, as amended, and that the amending Zoning By-law establish site specific development standards as outlined in Staff Report SRPI.22.101; iv. that prior to the final amending Zoning By-law being brought forward to Council for consideration and enactment, the following take place: a. that a Site Plan application be submitted and substantially completed to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Planning and Infrastructure; b. that the draft Zoning By-law attached hereto as Appendix “D” be finalized and updated to address the comments in Staff Report SRPI.22.101 to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Planning an