Markham 360 E-Newsletter (EP. 89

- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 89 | July 26, 2024 -

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Access City of Markham Council & Committee Meetings and view a list of Proclamations at markham.ca

York Regional Council:

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

The City of Markham would like to wish our athletes the best of luck at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games!

Photos: COC/Canada Soccer

York Region is widening and improving 16th Avenue from Leslie Street to Kennedy Road to accommodate growth and provide more travel options.

Improvements include:
-Widening the road to six lanes to include transit/High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes
-Rehabilitating bridges and culverts
-Installing multi-use paths
-Upgrading intersections
-Streetscaping and tree planting

Timeline:
2016 to 2020: Environmental Assessment Study
2021 to 2030: Detailed road design
Late 2025 to 2028: Construction activity on 16th Avenue from Leslie Street to Warden Avenue
2028 to 2030: Construction activity on 16th Avenue from Warden Avenue to Kennedy

Road

If you have any concerns or ideas, please share them with alan.ho@markham.ca

More Info:

https://www.york.ca/newsroom/campaigns-projects/16th-avenue-improvements

City of Markham By-law Summer Newsletter 2024

- 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-

Drop off your electronics for responsible recycling. Open from:

July 27 and 28 - Markham Recycling Depot http://markham.ca/eWaste

Annual spring and summer road maintenance helps improve the safety of our roads! With the pilot of AI, CityROVER’s Pulse for Pavement technology, operations crews can assess the pavement condition of our roads more efficiently.

Learn more: http://markham.ca/Roads

July 21 to 27 is National Drowning Prevention Week.

Drowning doesn’t always mean death, but non-fatal drowning can result in lifelong health issues. Anyone, at any age, can and should learn to swim.

Learn more: http://lifesavingsociety.com

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

If you see someone speeding or driving aggressively, you can report it online to police through Road Watch. Lead by example on the road.

Practice safe driving and be considerate of others. http://markham.ca/traffic

City of Markham Current Opening Position:

New Job Positions:

Senior Planner, Policy – Housing
Tax Certificates Clerk
Infrastructure Data Analyst
Plans Examiner II
Screening Officer (Regular Part Time) – 2 Positions Available
Facility Operator I

For more information & job position

please visit: City of Markham Recruitment

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-

We are improving Donald Cousens Parkway intersections at 14th Avenue and Copper Creek Drive in the City of Markham.

Crews are working weekdays, upgrading traffic signals and adding features to enhance walking and cycling.

Lanes will be reduced. http://york.ca/RoadConstruction…

Mosquitoes in York Region test positive for West Nile virus

The Regional Municipality of York monitors West Nile virus activity by setting mosquito traps and testing for West Nile Virus.

To date, two mosquito traps have recently tested positive for West Nile virus. A mosquito trap at Kennedy Road and 16th Avenue in the City of Markham and a second trap at Jane Street and Highway 7 in the City of Vaughan are the first positive traps of the year.

More information: https://mailchi.mp/york/media-release-mosquitoes-in-york-region-test-positive-for-west-nile-virus-pybd7dy0sv?e=5e230b3a4c

Congratulations to the 19 York Region-based athletes competing in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

Good luck and we know you will all make us proud. https://ow.ly/1BpN50SJwCw

We are empowering seniors to live their best lives!

York Region’s programs provide information to improve physical activity, enhance social connections, and prevent chronic diseases.

Check out our services here https://york.ca/media/118261/download?attachment

York Region has launched a new professional development registration system for Early Learning & Child Care Professionals.

Visit https://ow.ly/KzzE50SCJmV to register and sign up for upcoming sessions.

Hey RV owners and renters! Just a reminder that York Region Waste Depots do not offer Sewage disposal services for recreational vehicles or trailers.

Before heading out, check if this service is offered at your campground or somewhere close by.

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

YRT's Fare increases help to provide new investments in transit to improve service. The most recent fare increase will help purchase new electric buses, increase frequency on high-demand routes and expand On-Request services in low-demand areas. Learn more: http://yrt.ca/FareChanges

Calling business owners and managers!

York Region offers a range of financial incentive programs that save you money and support water conservation. Available to businesses, institutions, farms and multi-unit residences. Don't miss out!

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

York Regional Police (YRP) News:

VIDEO – Markham home target of shooting and arson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mgVQGYC3cY&ab_channel=OfficialYRP

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-

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.

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

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-

Excited to have attended the tour of York University's Markham Campus, which is set to open in mid-September.

Glad to attended the Markham International Film Festival 2024

which celebrates diversity and creativity.

Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Markham Council brought congratulations to The Greek Orthodox Community of Markham on the occasion of their 35th Annual Markham Greek Summer Festival. Thanks to the organizer for hosting this annual event to bring diverse communities together.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Ninth Line, Donald Cousens Parkway to Main Street
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Late May 2024
Construction ends: July 2024

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

Woodbine Avenue and Esna Park Drive/John Street
Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: July 2024
Construction ends: December 2024
*Construction will occur in the next six months depending on the contractor’s scheduling.

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

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

Upcoming Projects

Warden Avenue north of 16th Avenue
Culvert rehabilitation
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

Previous E-Newsletters

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

Email: alan.ho@markham.ca or sxie@markham.ca

Tel: (905)-948-5112 or (905)-479-7780

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