- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 88 |  July 19, 2024 -
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Live streaming of the public session of Council and Committee of the Whole meetings is available on the day of the meeting from 9 a.m. until the close of the meeting. Past sessions are also available at york.ca/councilandcommittee
 
Large amounts of rain can lead to basement flooding.
 
To help you protect your home from damage, Markham offers financial support to property owners who make improvements to their private plumbing system.
 
- Public Meeting Notices - 
 All meetings are video and audio streamed on the City of Markham’s website at:https://pub-markham.escribemeetings.com/ 
-City of Markham News-

Let a Plastic Free July kick start your summer!

 

Did you know, every piece of plastic that’s ever been created still exists in our world? Small changes make a big difference, and reducing your household waste is easy.

 

Visit markham.ca/ReduceSingleUsePlastics. Not sure where to recycle your items? Try the City’s What Goes Where tool.

 

The curb is not the place to dump your excess household waste! Residents are responsible for appropriately disposing of items such as paint cans, electronics, and large recycling materials.

 

To learn more about how to dispose of items, visit: http://markham.ca/WhatGoesWhere
Help prevent street flooding by removing leaves and debris from stormwater drains.
 
To learn more, visit http://markham.ca/stormwater

This week, the City of Markham welcomed Canada Badminton to Markham PanAm!

 

We are proud to provide our world-class facilities as they prepare to join Team Canada at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games later this week!
Drop off your electronics for responsible recycling. Open from:
 
July 27 and 28 - Markham Recycling Depot http://markham.ca/eWaste
 

We need your help!

 

The City of Markham is working on a Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and we want to hear from you. Share your thoughts on how we can improve accessibility and remove barriers for persons with disabilities.

 

Take our survey here: https://bit.ly/3xU2qKx
Pedestrian Crossovers are used to help pedestrians cross the street. They are found at low-medium volume roads, intersections and at roundabouts. Be mindful.
 
Stop at Pedestrian Crossovers. http://markham.ca/PXO
 
 
 
City of Markham Current Opening Position: 
 
New Job Positions:
  • Building Inspection Administrator (18 months)
  • Applications Administrator (18 Months)
  • Box Office Clerk II – Flato Markham Theatre
  • Bartender - Flato Markham Theatre
  • Usher - Flato Markham Theatre
  • Front-of-House Manager
  • Education and Research Administration Assistant - Varley
  • Building Inspector I (1 Year Contract)
  • Municipal Law Enforcement Officer II
  • Fitness Instructor - Cardio, Step, Cycle - City Wide
  • Yoga Instructor - City Wide
 
For more information & job position
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. 
-York Region News-

Developing optimal oral health habits begins at birth.

 

Your baby should visit a dentist by their 1st birthday to build a strong foundation for oral health. 

 

Call 1-800-735-6625 to schedule an appointment with our registered dental hygienists or visit http://york.ca/Dental

Take the Plastic Free July challenge and say no to single-use plastics and yes to reusables. Reduce and reuse more for a better future.

 

 Learn more at http://york.ca/ReduceWaste

Some retailers are selling vapes to minors, even though it’s against the law. If you see it, report it. Learn more at http://york.ca/YouthVaping

 

Enjoy it a little more with a chance to win a $100 gift card! If you’re a YorkRegion resident ages 12 to 17 years, complete a short survey and give us your feedback on our recent youth Vape facts campaign!

 

Take our survey https://york.ca/form/vaping-behaviour-and-awareness

Do you need support to recover from an injury, surgery or illness?

 

Our long-term care homes offer a convalescent care program to help restore health and independence.

 

Visit http://York.ca/LongTermCare or to see if you are eligible, contact Ontario Health Care at Home @ 1-888-470-2222

 
York Region is expanding its Automated Speed Enforcement program and is seeking Automated Enforcement Officers to join the team.
 
Learn more about this opportunity by watching our video: https://youtu.be/lh2x8YyUp7o or visiting York Region: https://www.york.ca/york-region/careers

York Regional Police (YRP) News:

 

Online collision reporting is now available to all of York Region. Motorists involved in a collision can now report at any time of day from their own device. Collision reporting centre hours and line-ups are a thing of the past.

 

To learn how to report a collision online visit http://yrp.ca/CollisionReport

 

 

 

 

York Region’s 2024 to 2027 York Region Homelessness Service System Plan will guide our efforts to strengthen and build partnerships to support a whole of community response to homelessness.

 

Learn more about the System Plan by visiting http://york.ca/PlanForHomelessness…

 

 
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.
-Community News-

The City of Markham is rolling out its Park and Play Fun Tour this summer!

The Park and Play Fun Tour is a free summer program for children between the ages of four and 12 that travels to community parks across the city.

 

Find our next Tour stop location here: markham.ca/ParkandPlay

 

Night at the Museum returns this summer on the beautiful grounds of Markham Museum.

 

Night at the Museum 2023 Schedule:

 

July 25, August 8 and August 22

 

Night at the Museum is FREE but registration is required: MarkhamMuseum.ca

 

Join us for Markham's Summer of Safety Series! Enjoy live demos, kids' activities, Q&A with firefighters, and win prizes.

 

Fun for families, seniors, and pets! Learn to stay safe and prepared. 

 

See you there!

 

Learn more: http://markham.ca/SummerofSafety
Register and join the Terry Fox Run on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at the Old Unionville Library Community Centre (15 Library Lane, Unionville) to honour Terry Fox and his legacy for cancer research.
If you want to share information with Regional Councillor Alan Ho's weekly E-newsletter, please contact us at sxie@markham.ca
-In the Community-
Delighted to bring Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti’s congratulation certificate to the VIP Drop-in Networking at BIZCON hosted by Markham Board of Trade
Happy to see some good friends at the Markham-Unionville Rotary Club Changeover 2024. Special thanks to the outgoing President Kenneth Chin and congratulations to the incoming President Michael Von Keitz.
Glad to bring the Mayor’s greeting on behalf of Markham council to congratulate all the young and talented people on the occasion of the Crafteria : Art & Handmade Bazzar 2024 at Varley Art Gallery.
My office has “slow down” signs. If you are interested, kindly contact me at alan.ho@markham.ca.
-Notice of Regional Road Construction-

Current Projects

 

14th Avenue and York-Durham Line
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Late May 2024
Construction ends: July 2024
Contract: 24-182

 

16th Avenue and Kennedy Road
Road and intersection improvements
Construction resumes: June 2024
Construction ends: July 2024

 

16th Avenue from Kennedy Road to west of William Berczy Boulevard/Longwater Chase
Road rehabilitation
Construction starts: Mid-August 2024
Construction ends: Late August 2024
Contract: 24-154D

 

16th Avenue, from Leslie Street to Kennedy Road
Road widening from four to six lanes 
Construction starts: 2025
Construction ends: 2030

 

Donald Cousens Parkway at 14th Avenue
Donald Cousens Parkway at Copper Creek Drive
Intersection improvements
Construction starts: Summer 2024
Construction ends: Fall 2024
Contract: 23-252

Donald Cousens Parkway from 14th Avenue to Highway 407
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Late May 2024
Construction ends: July 2024
Contract: 24-182D

 

Enterprise Boulevard and Rouge Valley Drive West
Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: July 2024
Construction ends: December 2024
*Construction will occur in the next six months depending on the contractor’s scheduling.
Contract: 24-202

 

Highway 404 Road Crossing North of 16th Avenue
Construction of a new bridge to link Orlando Avenue with Markland Street
Construction starts: Summer 2023
Anticipated completion: Early 2026

 

Highway 7 from Ninth Line to east of Donald Cousens Parkway
Road and intersection improvements
Construction start: June 2024
Construction end: July 2024
Contract: 24-154C

 

McCowan Road from Elgin Mills Road to north of 19th Avenue
Guide rail improvements
Construction start: June 2024
Construction end: July 2024
Contract: 24-183

 

McCowan Road from north of Major Mackenzie Drive to south of Elgin Mills Road
Road rehabilitation and culvert replacements
Construction start: June 2024
Construction end: July 2024
Contract: 24-154A

 

Ninth Line, Donald Cousens Parkway to Main Street
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Late May 2024
Construction ends: July 2024
Contract: 24-182E

 

Warden Avenue from Elgin Mills Road to south of Stouffville Road and from Bloomington Road to Vivian Road
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Mid-June 2024
Construction ends: August 2024
Contract: 24-180

 

Woodbine Avenue from Major Mackenzie Drive to south of 19th Avenue
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Mid-June 2024
Construction ends: August 2024
Contract: 24-180A

 

Woodbine Avenue south of Major Mackenzie Drive
Guide rail improvements
Construction starts: June 2024
Construction ends: July 2024
Contract: 24-183

 

Upcoming Projects

Warden Avenue north of 16th Avenue
Culvert rehabilitation
Construction starts: 2024

 

Woodbine and Esna Park in City of Markham
Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: 2024

Future Projects

16th Avenue from Leslie Street to Warden Avenue
Road widening from four to six lanes 
Construction starts: 2025

 

Kennedy Road from North of Highway 407 to Highway 7
Road widening to accommodate Bus Rapid Transit facilities
Construction starts: 2026

 

McCowan Road from 14th Avenue to Highway 7
Road widening from four to six lanes, including Transit-HOV lanes
Construction starts: 2028

 

Ninth Line from Steeles Avenue to Fieldside Street
Road widening from two to four lanes
Construction starts: 2025

 
For general inquiries, please contact York Region Transportation, Public Works, Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000 or Email: transportation@york.ca
For more information: york.ca/roadconstruction
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
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