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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 59 | December 29, 2023 - |
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Access City of Markham Council & Committee Meetings and view a list of Proclamations at http://markham.ca
York Regional Council at
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Wishing you a happy new year!
May it be filled with new adventures and good fortunes. |
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York Region moves ahead with $4.2 billion 2024 budget
York Regional Council approved the $4.2 billion budget for 2024, which includes a tax levy increase of 2.75% and a 1% Rapid Transit / Infrastructure levy. Regional Council also endorsed the outlook for the remaining two years of the current multi-year budget: 2.60% and a continuation of the 1% Rapid Transit / Infrastructure levy in both 2025 and 2026.
The $4.2 billion budget is comprised of $3.2 billion in operating costs and $1 billion in capital expenditures, with 82 cents of every Regional property tax dollar funding program and service delivery.
York Region's multi-year budget aligns with the Region’s Strategic Plan, emphasizing priorities during Council's four-year term. The budget supports these priorities, with each department using it to guide spending.
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Due to the increasing break-and-enter incidents, car thefts, and carjacking cases recently, Regional Councillor Alan Ho requested the York Regional Police to update the installation of cameras at major intersections to monitor and record the passing of cars for further investigations should there be crime take place at the York Regional meeting held on December 7.
The York Regional Police Chief has agreed to initiate a pilot program and will discuss with the Privacy Commissioner to address the privacy issue.
More details will be communicated shortly. Please provide your feedback to alan.ho@markham.ca
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Regional Councillor Alan Ho's Video:
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Markham Announces New Economic Development and Culture Strategy
The City of Markham announced the release of Markham is More – the City’s new Economic Development and Culture Strategy (2023 to 2027). The Strategy lays out an important roadmap that will guide the City and its collaboration with community partners to grow Markham’s economy on a foundation of arts, culture, and innovation.
Learn more: https://markham.bmeurl.co/107FD7C5
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Curbside collection for real Christmas trees is from January 2 to 12, 2024.
Remove plastic bags, decorations, tinsel and stand.
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The City of Markham's 2024 Recycling and Garbage Collection Schedule is available online.
Check your schedule at markham.ca/collectionschedule, remember to sign up for weekly reminders and collection alerts!
Are you wondering What Goes Where?
Learn how to handle your unwanted items with Markham’s online waste sorting tool.Access at markham.ca/whatgoeswhere or download the Markham Mobile app available on the Apple App store or Google Play. If we don’t have your item listed, let us know with the suggestion link on the webpage.
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Please note all MPL branches will be closed on these days. Our digital library remains open 24/7.
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Planning a night-time walk during the winter months? Remember, it’s darker earlier. It’s harder for drivers to see you. Wear reflective clothing, stay on sidewalks and use a flashlight on your bike. http://markham.ca/WalkingAndCycling |
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Get ready for some winter break fun at MPL!
We’ve got FREE activities happening at all of our branches from Dec 27 to Jan 5.
Check out the schedule here - https://ow.ly/OQyb50Qkkj6
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- Recreation Program Assistant – Aaniin Community Centre
- Program Assistant - Aaniin Community Centre
For more information & job position
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If you have any municipal inquiry or concern, you can send an email to our Contact Centre at customerservice@markham.ca or call 905.477.5530. |
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York Region Transit (YRT) is offering free transit to travellers on New Year’s Eve after 7 p.m. and is extending late-night service to get you to and from your celebrations safely. |
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1. Beginning Sunday, January 7, 2024, the schedules for TTC 17A – Birchmount, TTC 68B – Warden and TTC 129A – McCowan North will be adjusted to better match customer demand.
2. Effective Sunday, January 7, 2024, there will be schedule and platform adjustments for Viva purple/Viva purple A, Viva yellow and Route 2 – Milliken, respectively.
3.Effective Monday, January 8, 2024, Route 26 – Maple will be restructured to provide two-way service north of Major Mackenzie Drive.
New for 2024: Earn free rides by paying with PRESTO
Enjoy York Region Transit (YRT) monthly pass benefits without having to pay in advance! Starting Monday, January 1, 2024, travellers can ride YRT for free after trips for adults, 39 trips for youth or 28 trips for seniors and children every calendar month through YRT’s new fare capping program.
Visit http://yrt.ca/PlanYourTrip for updated schedules. |
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All York Region Waste Depots will be closed Monday, December 25, Tuesday, December 26 and Monday, January 1. Regular operating hours and location information can be found at http://york.ca/WasteDepots |
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York Region has completed a municipal class Environmental Assessment Study for improvements to Kennedy Road from Major Mackenzie Drive to Elgin Mills Road in the City of Markham.
The ESR will be available for review and download at york.ca/WardenKennedyStudy beginning Thursday, December 14, 2023 for a 45-day review period.
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If you have any regional inquiry or concern, you can send an email to Access York at accessyork@york.ca or call 877.464.9675. |
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-Notice of Regional Road Construction- |
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Current Projects
16th Avenue and Kennedy Road
Notice of Construction
Construction starts: April 2023
Construction ends: December 2023
16th Avenue and York Durham Line
Intersection Improvements
Notice of Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: August 2023
Construction ends: December 2023
Highway 404 Road Crossing North of 16th Avenue
Construction of a new bridge over Highway 404 to link Orlando Avenue with Markland Street
Construction starts: Summer 2023
Leslie Street and Minthorn Boulevard
Intersection Improvements
Notice of Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: August 2023
Construction ends: December 2023
McCowan Road and Carlton Road/Raymerville Drive
Intersection Improvements
Notice of Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: August 2023
Construction ends: December 2023
Future Projects
Cedar / Red Cedar Avenue
Connecting Langstaff Road and High Tech Road
Construction Starts: 2024 |
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For general inquiries, please contact York Region Transportation, Public Works, Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000 or Email: transportation@york.ca
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Speeding is an ongoing issue I have been working hard to tackle, and I continue to partner with York Regional Police (YRP) to deter this behaviour.
In addition, my office has “slow down” signs. If you are interested, kindly contact me at alan.ho@markham.ca. |
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Join Downtown Markham to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a party in Origin Square at 169 Enterprise on Sunday, December 31st!
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Date: January 9, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Price: Free
Register
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Date: February 13, 2024
Time: 10 AM to 12 PM
Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Price: Free
Register
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Date: February 15, 2024
Time: 10 AM to 12 PM
Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Price: Free
Register
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If you want to share your opinion or community event information with Regional Councillor Alan Ho's weekly E-newsletter, please contact us at sxie@markham.ca |
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Regional Councillor Alan Ho
-Chair, Culture & Economic Development Committee (City of Markham)
-Chair, Markham Subcommittee (City of Markham)
-Director, Housing York Inc. Board (York Region)
-Member, Audit Committee (York Region)
-Member, Accessibility Advisory Committee (York Region)
City of Markham
Markham Civic Centre, 101 Town Centre Boulevard Markham, Ontario, L3R 9W3
Tel: (905)-948-5112 or (905)-479-7780 |
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