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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 130| May 09, 2025 - |
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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
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Table of Contents:
2. City of Markham News
- Active Transportation Facilities Implementation Program
- Grass Clippings
- Emergency Kit
- Main Street Unionville Restoration
- Milne Dam Conservation Park Fee Change
- Markham current open positions
3. York Region News
- New Pedestrian Signal at Box Grove Bypass North of Rizal Ave.
- YRT 2026 Annual Transit Plan
- York Regional Council Highlights - April 2025
- York Region’s Emergency Preparedness Guide
- York Regional Police (YRP) News
- Heads up, Phones down!
4. Community News
5. Regional Councillor Alan Ho in the Community
6. Notice of Regional Road Construction |
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Markham's Municipal Law Enforcement Officers provide complaint-based and proactive enforcement services for all the City's regulatory by-laws. This division is also responsible for the enforcement of parking by-laws and tree preservation by-laws. |
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- Public Meeting Notice -
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Next Development Services Public Meeting: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
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Active Transportation Facilities Implementation Program: Upcoming Road Improvements & Cycling Infrastructure
The City of Markham will be carrying out road improvements on several streets, including Calvert Road, Clegg Road, Allstate Parkway, Ferrier Street, and Gillingham Avenue & Elson Street, to accommodate the installation of cycling infrastructure. These improvements are part of the City's 5-year priority plan under the Active Transportation Master Plan, and will include new buffered bike lanes and other enhancements to promote safe cycling.
More Info: https://yourvoicemarkham.ca/active-transportation-facilities
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Welcome to our 2025 Summer Students! We’re excited to welcome 60 talented summer students to the City of Markham!
We’re proud to support the next generation of leaders through meaningful, hands-on experiences in the municipal government.
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Grass clippings are not accepted in curbside collection so, leave them on your lawn to help prevent weeds from growing and reduce the need for fertilizer.
For more guidelines, visit http://markham.ca/YardMaterial
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As we head into warmer weather, update your emergency kit. Swap out winter items for sunscreen, bug spray, and seasonal gear.
Learn more: http://markham.ca/AreYouReady |
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Watch the future unfold! Main Street Unionville is getting a makeover with infrastructure and streetscape improvements. All businesses will remain open and parking will be available, as well as access to shops and restaurants.
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Enjoy the beauty of our parks with your friends and family! To better manage our limited parking space at Milne Dam Conservation Park, the entrance admission fees have now changed.
Admission will be charged on a per-vehicle basis beginning May 17, 2025. http://markham.ca/MilneDamPark |
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- Learning & Organizational Development Specialist
- Labourer/Driver - Roads
For more information & job position
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Help Markham Public Library Improve the Tech — You Could Win a $100 Gift Card!
Take Tech Survey now.
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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 is installing a new pedestrian signal at Box Grove Bypass north of Rizal Ave.
Construction starts on May 12 and is anticipated to finish in August 2025. Lane restrictions are required Mon-Fri, 9:30am to 3:30pm.
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Public Outreach Events:
Markville Mall (near Sporting Life) - 5000 Highway 7, Markham
Thursday, May 29 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Check out what’s in store for 2026 and provide your comments through our interactive map! |
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York Regional Council Highlights - April 2025
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Whether you manage a business, condo or apartment complex, planting native trees can enhance curb appeal, improve air quality & create a more welcoming outdoor space for tenants or customers. LEAF's full-service tree-planting program can help! Visit http://york.ca/TreePlanting |
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Emergencies can pop up like surprise parties, but not the fun kind. Proper preparation can help you protect your loved ones. York Region’s Emergency Preparedness Guide offers tips to create a plan, build an emergency kit and more.
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York Regional Police (YRP) News:
- UPDATE: MISSING VULNERABLE MAN FROM MARKHAM LOCATED
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Heads up, phones down when crossing the road! Distracted walking or cycling near traffic is dangerous.
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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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Join York Region and YRP at the annual Police and Emergency Preparedness Week Open House on Saturday, May 10!
It’s a fun event for the whole family! •Mini fire truck rides
•Canine and Emergency Response Unit demos
•Arts and crafts
Register at http://yrp.ca/OpenHouse2025
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Join Markham Business to learn how to build a lean, high-impact team that delivers real results.
Discover how to hire right, streamline processes, align efforts for maximum impact. Perfect for founders and leaders aiming to do more with less.
Tuesday, June 3 · 1 - 3pm EDT
https://zurl.co/PcUiv
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If you want to share information with Regional Councillor Alan Ho's weekly E-newsletter, please contact us at sxie@markham.ca |
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Attended the candlelight vigil of the Lapu-lapu Day Festival tragedy taking place in Vancouver with a broken heart. My sincere condolences to all those survivors of the victims |
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Thank you to “Arise” for your dedication and commitment to supporting those exploited individuals over the years. Delighted to bring the warmest congratulations of Mayor Frank Scarpitti on the occasion of Arise’s 11th anniversary and fundraising gala 2025. |
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I was happy to join the 2025 McHappy Day to help raise funds for the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Markham Stouffville Hospital. |
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My office has “slow down” signs. If you are interested, kindly contact me at alan.ho@markham.ca. |
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-Notice of Regional Road Construction- |
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Current Projects
16th Avenue, from Leslie Street to Kennedy Road
Road widening from four to six lanes
Construction starts: 2026
Construction ends: 2030
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
Future Projects
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
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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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Regional Councillor Alan Ho
Chair, Culture & Economic Development Committee
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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