|
- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 94| August 30, 2024 - |
|
|---|
|
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 York Regional Forest is 100! Come celebrate this growing legacy with us and discover what the Forest has to offer with exciting, free activities and events for people of all backgrounds, ages and abilities. Learn more at http://york.ca/Forest100
York Region maintains four trails accessible to wheelchairs, strollers and other assistive devices. These trails are wider, clear of large obstructions and graded for ease-of-movement. Accessible parking is available. Plan your trip at http://york.ca/YRF
|
|
|---|
|
|
- Public Meeting Notices -
|
|
Did you know? Nördlingen, Germany is Markham’s sister city? In 2001, a cultural agreement was signed and since then, our relationship has continued.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 31 at 4 PM, because 69 of their young musicians will perform with the Markham Concert Band at the Unionville Bandstand.
Let’s give them a warm Markham welcome as they take to the stage to perform! |
|
|
|
|
Thousands of children are going back-to-school. Their safety relies on all of us. Slow down. Be patient. Obey bus signals.
Learn more http://markham.ca/BackToSchool
|
|
|---|
|
|
Road closure notification – now until September 30, 2024 Henderson Ave will be closed daily from 7 AM to 7 PM from Clark Ave to Morgan Ave for storm culvert rehabilitation.
Detours will be in place. Thank you for your patience and understanding. |
|
|
|
|
Celebrate Markham - Sports Events: April 2025-March 2026
The City of Markham is happy to support community events and programs through our Celebrate Markham Grant Program and gives funding to not-for-profit organizations in Markham.
Sports Events: $10,000 (Note: for International/World level sports events: up to $20,000) Opens Aug 26 2024 12:00 PM (EDT) - Deadline Sep 21 2024 01:00 PM (EDT)
Celebrate Markham applicants selected to receive
City funding, must provide proof of all necessary permits, approvals, insurance and other details as required by the City, prior to funds being issued.
More info:https://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/home/about/city-hall/awards-grants-funding/Celebrate-Markham/
|
|
|---|
|
|
Once again, Markham has been selected to host the Little Native Hockey League (LNHL) tournament in 2025!
We look forward to welcoming Indigenous players from across the province next March.
|
|
|
|
|
City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- Environmental Services Outreach Specialist
- Labourer/Driver - Roads - 4 vacancies
- Building Inspector II - 2 Positions
- GIS Analyst - Data
- Senior Planner, Policy – Housing
- Project Manager, Building Automation Systems (1 Year)
- On-Call Educational Program Instructor – Varley Art Gallery
- Infrastructure Support Specialist
- Technical Coordinator - Right-of-Way (ROW)
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. |
|
|---|
|
This is a reminder that all York Region waste depots will be closed for Labour Day on Monday, September 2, 2024.
For locations and regular operating hours, visit http://york.ca/WasteDepots
|
|
|---|
|
|
School is almost in session! YRT offers a host of services to get you to school with ease, including dedicated 400-series High School Special routes! Getting to school has never been so easy! Visit http://yrt.ca/school to learn more. |
|
|
|
|
YRT Service Changes Coming, effective Sunday, September 1:
Schedules for Route 8 – Kennedy, will be adjusted to meet changing customer demand and to support the opening of the York University Markham campus.
Schedules for Route 9 – Ninth Line will be adjusted, including new two-way service in Stouffville.
Schedules for Route 16 – 16th Avenue will be adjusted to meet changing customer demand and traffic conditions.
Visit https://ow.ly/raMO50T0Blp to learn more.
|
|
|---|
|
|
Get back to school ready with tips from York Region Public Health to help build healthy kids all year long!
Visit http://york.ca/HealthyKids |
|
|
|
|
On Sat., Sept. 28, celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the York Regional Forest at our National ForestWeek Festival! Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly day. Enjoy guided walks, tours, face painting, crafts, wagon rides and more!
Learn more http://york.ca/ForestEvents
|
|
|---|
|
|
York Region has launched a new professional development registration system for Early Learning & Child Care Professionals.
Visit https://ow.ly/WGrJ50SCJKC to register and sign up for upcoming sessions. |
|
|
|
|
Prevent water waste! Check hoses, taps and sprinklers for leaks Do a home leak test once a year Inspect outdoor pipes, pool deck, lining and fittings Know where your main shutoff valve is located Monitor your water meter
Visit http://york.ca/SaveWater |
|
|
|
|
| |
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. |
|
|---|
|
New Look, Same Cider! Markham Museum is excited to unveil a fresh new look for this year’s AppleFest.
Our updated design celebrates the rich history of AppleFest while embracing an exciting future.
Stay tuned for more updates—there’s so much more to come! |
|
|
|
|
If you want to share information with Regional Councillor Alan Ho's weekly E-newsletter, please contact us at sxie@markham.ca |
|
|---|
|
Congratulations to Jersey Mike’s Subs on the occasion of the grand opening of their first store in the City of Markham. |
|
|
|
|
My office has “slow down” signs. If you are interested, kindly contact me at alan.ho@markham.ca. |
|
|
|
|
-Notice of Regional Road Construction- |
|
For general inquiries, please contact York Region Transportation, Public Works, Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000 or Email: transportation@york.ca
|
|
|---|
|
|
|
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 |
|
|---|
|
|
|
|
