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Dear Residents,
I hope everyone is enjoying the weather and that you were able to attend and enjoy the Markham Village Music Festival this year.
My mailed newsletter should have made its way to your mailbox. If you have not received the newsletter or wish to receive one, please email Savindi at sjinasena@markham.ca with your address and we can make arrangements to drop one off. Alternatively you can access the newsletter online at this LINK.
There are a number of events happening over the long weekend and also throughout the summer, so I hope you can make time to join some local activities.
The City Canada Day event this year features JUNO Award-Nominated Singer and Actress Fefe Dobson. Additional information on the celebrations can be found HERE.
On July 6th we will be officially opening the Roy Ramer Park located at 11 James Parrott Ave.
If you are available, drop by between 11am and 1pm.
This will be my last e-newsletter for the summer unless there is something of importance that needs to be shared. I hope everyone has an enjoyable and safe summer.
Karen Rea
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Temporary Lane Restriction on 16th Avenue
The Regional Municipality of York is in the final stages of rehabilitating the York Durham Sewage System (YDSS) on 16th Avenue in the City of Markham. A temporary westbound lane restriction on 16th Avenue at Elizabeth Street is needed to remove the temporary sewage bypass and restore the area. Restrictions will be until August 14, 2024 (weather dependent). Westbound lanes will be restricted between the hours of 9.30am to 3:30pm and 9pm to 5am.
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Road Closure Notification
Please be advised that the intersection of Markham Rd and 16th Ave will be closed from Friday, July 5th 9PM, 2024 until Monday July 8th 5 PM, for construction activities. Detours will be in place. Questions concerning this event may be sent to: Email: OCS@markham.ca or call 905-475-4714. |
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Alectra Construction in Ward 4
Alectra will be replacing the aging underground distribution cables located within the vicinity of Raymerville Dr and Cobbler Crescent. Residents can expect to see Alectra’s civil contractor, Trans Power Utility Contractors Inc. Work will start approximately mid-July 2024.
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The Good Neighbour Handbook
The city has created a resource called the Good Neighbour Handbook which has information that will be useful to residents regarding property maintenance, animal services, permits, property taxes and more. To download the guide CLICK HERE. |
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Markham's Sewer Back-Up Process
One of the common concerns from residents is about tree roots and damage to their homes. Homeowners are unsure of what the process is around damage and who is responsible for what when flooding or back-up happens.
To learn more about Markham's Sewer Back Up Process and how responsibility is divided CLICK HERE. |
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July is Plastic Free Month!
Let a Plastic Free July kick start your summer. Refuse to use single-use plastics for one month and see the difference your new habits make for your health and your wallet! To learn more on what you can do to reduce plastic CLICK HERE. |
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Reminder! Dog Poop Goes in the Green Bin
To help reduce the amount of pet waste ending up in the landfill, bring your dog poop home and place it in your green bin, which helps poop from decomposing and ending up in our local streams and rivers. Alternatively, the city has installed green bins in all off-leash dog areas. For more information on By-laws and off-leash areas, please CLICK HERE.
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Splash Pads Are Open!
As we experience heatwaves over the summer, this is a reminder that the city's Splash Pads are open! For list of Splash Pad locations, please CLICK HERE.
For additional tips on how to stay safe and healthy during warmer weather, please CLICK HERE. |
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Park and Play Fun Tour Returns!
The Park & Play Fun Tour is returning to Markham this summer! It is a traveling trailer that goes to community parks all over the city, bringing loads of free activities and games for children between the ages of four and 12!You can find the traveling trailer at various parks across the city, every Wednesday from 10 AM- 2PM starting July 10th. For locations and times please CLICK HERE. |
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Markham Fire and Emergency Services is hosting four public education open houses at fire stations across the city this Summer to promote fire prevention and emergency preparedness, and you're invited!
There will be fun activities for all ages, information booths, Q & A Sessions and a BBQ! Registration is not required. Please see the dates below and attend a session!
Event Dates & Locations:
- Saturday, July 6, 10 AM to 2 PM at Fire Station 96 (5567 14th Avenue)
- Wednesday, July 17, 5 PM to 9 PM at Fire Station 93 (2930 Major MacKenzie Drive E.)
- Saturday, August 10, 10 AM to 2 PM at Fire Station 99 (3255 Bur Oak Avenue)
- Wednesday, August 21, 5 PM to 9 PM at Fire Station 91 (7801 Bayview Avenue, Thornhill)
Learn More at markham.ca/SummerofSafety. |
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Tree Stump Removal
City staff and contractors are working on removing approx. 1000 tree stumps and hope to be completed by August 1st (weather permitting). The next round of removals will take place in the fall. If you have a tree stump waiting to be removed, please be patient as city staff and contractors are dealing with fallen trees from the recent heavy rain and storms. |
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Night at the Museum Returns!
The much loved summer event is back! Here are the Dates and Movie titles for this year's Night at the Museum. The event is free for all. Doors open at 8.30 PM and the movies start at 9.15 PM. Please Click the Links to get your tickets!
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Markham Mayor's Youth Council Applications
The Markham Mayor's Youth Council (MMYC) is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated teens to join the team for the 2024 to 2025 term. This is a great opportunity for students to develop leadership skills, gain experience in civic engagement and build lasting relationships with fellow young leaders. |
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Applications are open to students from Grades 8 to12 interested in making a difference in their community. To apply, applicants must either live in Markham or attend a school within the city. Applications are open now and will close on Wednesday, July 24 at 11:59 PM. For more information visit Markham Mayor’s Youth Council Application Page. |
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Participating in Public Meetings
All public meetings are now hybrid and live streamed 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 in these challenging times. For ways to help our community please visit
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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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