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Dear Residents,
Happy Spring! While we have had rain in the past couple of weeks, I hope everyone has had an opportunity to enjoy the warmer weather. Warmer weather means enjoying our beautiful parks and ravines in Ward 4 and the city. However, we also have a responsibility to protect our green spaces. So, as you enjoy these spaces, please make sure not to leave litter or pick up any litter you see and put in the correct bins
Warmer months also mean construction season will begin. If you are planning construction projects, please ensure you abide by our construction hours and materials cannot be stored on our roads without a road occupancy permit. Additional details are provided further down.
City staff is hosting the second meeting regarding the city's Main St. Markham Traffic calming initiative. I have included details below. This is an opportunity for residents to offer feedback regarding the option the city is considering.
We also have a meeting regarding our off-leash dog areas and a meeting with animal care officers that you may be interested in.
As we are approaching the long weekend. Victoria Day is one of only two days each year you can have family fireworks without a permit. Please remember that fireworks are only permitted on private property and is prohibited in any parks or public spaces. Additional guidelines Here
Firework Safety Guidelines HERE
Good News, I have just been advised that Morgan Pool and splash pad will be open June 1st.
Happy Victoria Day Everyone,
Karen Rea
Please note anything highlighted in this newsletter provides a link to more information |
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Temporary Intersection Closure Markham Rd & 16th
Please be advised that the Markham Rd & 16th Avenue intersection will be closed as ENV Public Works Department will perform removal of the HDPE bypass pipe and asphalt restoration works across this intersection from 9:00 pm Friday, May 17, 2024 to 5:00 am Tuesday, May 21, 2024 |
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Main Street Markham Traffic Calming Public Consultation
City staff will be present to discuss the survey results and present the preferred pilot project option. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday May 23rd at the Markham Village Community Centre Lounge. The format will be the same as the initial meeting. Drop in any time between 6pm and 8pm. |
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Development Applications
Mount Joy-Markham Rd Secondary Plan - The secondary plan was approved with conditions that tied growth to infrastructure including; Rapid Transit Way along Major Mackenzie, Donald Cousins Parkway being connected to Markham Rd and a new GO Station at Major Mackenzie and Markham Rd. At the time of writing, how this all ties together is still being evaluated.The final report is tentitvely scheduled for our Council meeting May 29th at 1pm. Please check council agenda for confirmation and the report. .
Treasure Hill
At our recent development services committee meeting, an engaging discussion unfolded regarding a request for a Ministers Zoning Order pertaining to parcels of land situated outside of the urban boundary. In addition to housing, the application aims to designate land for a sports park and convey lands in the greenbelt to the city. Furthermore, it includes provisions for a potential new school site. Please see attached presentation here
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Animal Services Virtual Roundtable
The City is offering an Animal Services Virtual Roundtable on May 22nd at 6:00 PM. The purpose of the roundtable is to solicit public opinion regarding Animal Care issues. Staff will outline current and past initiatives and provide an overview of the service levels to date. To register, please CLICK HERE |
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Markham Off-Leash Dog Area Open House
The City is hosting an open house on Markham's Off Leash Dog area policy and implementation plan on May 21st from 6.00-8.00 PM in the Canada Room at the Civic Centre. Residents will have an opportunity to provide feedback on key issues and opportunities for Markham’s dog off-leash areas based on the research gathered for the Policy and Implementation Plan. |
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Road Occupancy Permit
If you are considering upgrading or making repairs to your front or rear yard landscaping, please remember that storing any material, soil, gravel, or bricks on any city road requires a permit. Your landscape company needs to store all materials on your own yard or driveway or apply for a road occupancy permit prior to starting. For more information on Road Occupancy Permits, please CLICK HERE |
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Alectra Utilities Construction Notifications
Occasionally, essential infrastructure work needs to be performed by Alectra which may necessitate a power outage. Please ensure that your contact details are up-to-date on your account to ensure that you are notified of any planned outages in your area.
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Grass Cutting
We have received complaints regarding the maintenance of grass cutting on our boulevards and open spaces. The persistent rainfall has posed significant challenges for our staff impeding their ability to cut the grass effectively. The excessively wet ground conditions have in some cases resulted in our equipment becoming immobilized. |
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Further to environmental challenges, one of our contractors hired was unable to fulfil the conditions of the contract and another contractor was recently hired to help with boulevard cutting. In some locations it will require 2-3 cut cycles to bring the areas back to city standards. Please be patient while we manage the rapid growth of grass and correct any deficiences. Please direct any concerns to customerservice@markham.ca |
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I have been advised of some recent coyote sightings in some areas of Ward 4. Please notify our animal care officers at animalservices@markham.ca for any sightings.
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Utility Flags
We have been receiving a number of calls from residents regarding the Bell Fibre construction in some areas of Ward 4 and the utility flags Bell has been putting on lawns. Please do not remove the flags. The missing flags will require another request for a re-locate of existing utilities as they can not start the work without locates. These flags are also in the City's right of way. If you have any questions or concerns, please email customerservice@markham.ca
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Doors Open Markham
Doors Open Markham Returns! Doors Open Markham is a community wide event where residents can visit Markham's historical buildings to learn more about it's origins from a village, to a town and finally to the city it has become today. The event will take place on June 8th from 10 AM- 5 PM. |
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In Ward 4 the following locations will be open to the public: Heritage Estates, Markham Fire Station 97, Markham Village Train Station and Markham Museum. For other locations please visit YourVoiceMarkham/Doors-Open-Markham |
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Playground Equipment Replacing at Ross Brown Park
Construction to replace play equipment and safety surfacing at Ross Brown Park started this week and is anticipated to be completed by mid-June. |
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The YRP Major Fraud Unit urges residents to be cautious of trusting information displayed on Caller ID as some fraudsters have posed as YRP and scammed unsuspecting victims. YRP never contacts people via phone, nor do they demand monetary payments, financial information or cyrptocurrency.
If you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud or lost money in York Region, please report the crime HERE or by calling or by calling 1-866-876-5423. For more information please click HERE. |
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Markham Museum Spring Events
As spring is arriving, so are the Markham Museum's Pottery workshops! There are a number of workshops available for families and adults. For information on the Family Pottery Programs CLICK HERE
For information on the Adult Pottery Programs, CLICK HERE
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Participating in Public Meetings
All public meetings are now hybrid and livestreamed from the city website.
Residents can attend in person at the council chambers or you can attend virtually. Written submissions can be emailed to clerkspublic@markham.ca by 5pm the day before the meeting.
Residents who wish to speak on a topic can fill out an online request to speak form or email clerkspublic@markham.ca. If someone does not have access to email they can call the clerk's office at 905.479.7760 on the day of the meeting to make a deputation (speak).
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Aggressive driving continues to be a concern in the city, our own local ward and across the entire GTA. Moving violations are under the jurisdiction of York Regional Police (YRP) and reports can be filed through RoadWatch. For general concerns you can use the community concerns online reporting HERE |
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Visit YourVoiceMarkham.ca to learn about great projects our staff are working on! Consider joining the conversation by registering on the site or sign-up to follow specific projects that interest you. Share your ideas and opinions! |
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Markham Food Bank Needs our Help
The Markham Food Bank has seen an increase in the number of families using the food bank during the pandemic. Help our community members in need during these challenging times.
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If you have any municipal inquiry, please send an email to customerservice@markham.ca or call 905.477.5530. Our staff can investigate and address your concerns. |
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