Council Meeting

a) That the Member Motion submitted by Mayor West regarding “Made in Canada” Procurement Policy, be added to the agenda as a Time Sensitive Matter.

That the agenda be adopted as distributed by the Clerk with the following additions: a) Correspondence from Eileen P. K. Costello, Aird & Berlis LLP, dated February 11, 2025, regarding Objection to Notice of Intention to Designate - 12345 Yonge Street - (Item 15.6); b) Emergency/Time Sensitive Matters – Member Motion – Mayor West - “Made in Canada” Procurement Policy – (Item 17.1).

That the minutes of Council Meeting C#01-25 held on January 22, 2025, be adopted.

a) That staff report SRCFS.25.003 regarding Non-Competitive Acquisition of Bell Mobility Cellular and Data Services be received; b) That Wireless Cellular Services for existing cellular data plans be awarded non-competitively to Bell Mobility for a period of up to 3 years at a cost not exceeding $325,000 (exclusive of Taxes) pursuant to Article 7.1 Section (b)(1) and Appendix “B” Part I - Sole Source Acquisitions, Section (c) of the Procurement By-law 113-16 to ensure compatibility with existing products; c) That the Commissioner of Corporate and Financial Services, and upon the recommendations of the Chief Information Officer, be authorized to execute any necessary documentation to affect the contract(s).

a) That the Draft Plan of Condominium application submitted by Montagna Capital (BT) Inc. known as Block 3, Registered Plan 65M-4807 (municipal addresses: 1577 to 1621 Major Mackenzie Drive East), City File CON-24-0001, be approved, subject to the following: i. the conditions of draft plan approval as set out in Appendix “A” to staff report SRPBS.25.011; February 12, 2025 C#03-25 ii. that prior to draft approval being granted, the applicant pay the applicable processing fees in accordance with the City’s Tariff of Fees By-law; and, iii. that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Condominium Agreement

a) That staff report SRCM.25.02 regarding the 2024 Strategic Plan Progress Report and Implementation Plan be received; b) That the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan - 2024 Annual Report and Implementation Plan, attached as Appendix 1 to staff report SRCM.25.02, be posted on the City’s website for public information.

a) That staff report SRCM.25.05 regarding Active Transportation Fund - Grant Application, be received; b) That the City’s submission of an application to the Active Transportation Fund as outlined in staff report SRCM.25.05 be endorsed; c) That should the City’s Active Transportation Fund grant application be successful, Council approve: i. An up to $4,140,800 budget increase to the existing Active Transportation - Bantry Avenue and Briggs Avenue project for the expanded scope of the road reconstruction and boulevard extension on part of Bantry Avenue, as outlined in staff report SRCM.25.05, with approximately $3,977,640 to be funded from the Active Transportation Fund, and the February 12, 2025 C#03-25 remaining City portion to be funded from appropriate funding sources as determined by the Treasurer, including Development Charges, Transportation Network R&R, and Water Quality Protection reserve funds.

That the following correspondence regarding the proposed Draft Plan of Condominium submitted by Leslie Richmond Developments Limited for 1521 19th Avenue and 11491 Leslie Street, be received: 1. Peter Wai Tak Lok, 23 Onigam Lane, dated February 5, 2025. 2. Jiman Park, 16 Russel Wice Avenue, dated February 5, 2025. 3. Jane Yu, 355 Hartwell Way, dated February 5, 2025.

a) That draft Plan of Condominium application submitted by Leslie Richmond Developments Limited for the lands known as Block 2, Registered Plan 65M-4762 and Block 1, Registered Plan 65M-4825 (municipal addresses: 1521 19th Avenue and 11491 Leslie Street), City File CON-24-0002, be approved, subject to the following: i. the conditions of draft plan approval as set out in Appendix “A” to staff report SRPBS.25.014; February 12, 2025 C#03-25 ii. that prior to draft approval being granted, the applicant pay the applicable processing fees in accordance with the City’s Tariff of Fees By-law; and, iii. that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Condominium Agreement

a) That Staff Report SRPBS.25.005 titled "Objection to Notice of Intention to Designate 12345 Yonge Street”, be received; b) That the Notice of Objection to designation under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act submitted by or on behalf of the property owners of 12345 Yonge Street, be received; c) That City Council withdraw its intention to designate the subject property at 12345 Yonge Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act; d) That staff be directed to engage in discussions with the property owners and their heritage consultant to further investigate the cultural heritage value of the subject property at 12345 Yonge Street; e) That should access to additional information confirm the subject property’s cultural heritage value, staff be directed to report back to a future Committee of the Whole meeting to recommend designation of the property at 12345 Yonge Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act prior to the deadline of December 31, 2026, as per Bill 200; and, f)e)That staffbebe That staff authorized authorized and directed and directed to do necessary to do all things all thingstonecessary give to give effect effect to to this this resolution. resolution.

a) That the correspondence from Man Kuen Ng, 64 Lunay Drive, dated February 5, 2025, regarding the proposed Draft Plan of Condominium submitted by Leslie Richmond Developments Limited for 1521 19th Avenue and 11491 Leslie Street, be received.

February 12, 2025 C#03-25 a) That the correspondence from Eileen P. K. Costello, Aird & Berlis LLP, dated February 11, 2025, regarding Objection to Notice of Intention to Designate 12345 Yonge Street, be received.

Whereas, the unprecedented and unpredictable nature of American policies have compelled all levels of government to act—including municipalities across Ontario—seeking solutions to protect local, Ontario, and Canadian businesses, to ensure continuity, while minimizing any impact on the public’s quality of life if these tariffs are in fact imposed on Canada. Whereas, the recently imposed U.S. tariffs threaten Canadian goods and economy and to support our local and national economy, it is in the City's best interest to adopt a new procurement approach that prioritizes Canadian-made products, services, and suppliers. Whereas, prioritizing Canadian-made products, services, and suppliers will protect and create jobs within Richmond Hill, Ontario, and across Canada. Whereas, the City of Richmond Hill has a responsibility to lead by example in supporting domestic industries while ensuring fiscal responsibility and value for taxpayer dollars. Whereas, this policy aligns with federal and provincial efforts to support Canadian industries, ensuring a unified approach to economic sustainability in the face of international trade challenges. Whereas, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers, particularly those affected by unpredictable trade policies, will strengthen local supply chains, and enhance economic resilience for the City of Richmond Hill and its residents. Now Therefore Be It Resolved: February 12, 2025 C#03-25 1. Council directs staff to investigate the feasibility of a new “M

That Council move into closed session: a) To consider personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal or local board employees, with respect to the 2025 Richmond Hill Volunteer Achievement Awards (Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001).

February 12, 2025 C#03-25 a) That the proposed 2025 Volunteer Achievement recipients, as outlined in confidential Closed Session Staff Report SRCS.25.03, be approved; b) That the names of the 2025 Volunteer Achievement recipients be disclosed on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, located at 10268 Yonge Street.

That By-law 29-25, A By-law to confirm the proceedings of Council at this meeting, be passed.

That the meeting be adjourned.

That Staff Report SRPBS.25.006 titled "Objection to Notice of Intention to Designate 13 Church Street South”, be received; b) That the Notice of Objection to designation under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act submitted by or on behalf of the property owner of 13 Church Street South, be received; c) That City Council affirm its intention to designate the subject property at 13 Church Street South under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in recognition of its cultural heritage significance, and in accordance with the Statement of Significance included as Attachment “A” to staff report SRPBS.25.006; d) That staff be directed to bring a Designation By-law for the subject property at 13 Church Street South before Council at a future Council meeting for adoption; and, e) That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.