Council Meeting
Agenda

C#26-25

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 9:30 A.m. - 12:00 P.m.

Council Chambers

225 East Beaver Creek Road

Richmond Hill, Ontario

Mayor David West

PUBLIC NOTICE

 

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Public Comments: The public may submit written correspondence regarding agenda items by email to [email protected]. Written correspondence must be submitted by 12 p.m. (noon) one business day before the meeting. Comments submitted will be provided to all Members of Council, are considered as public information and will be included on the public agenda posted to the City’s website.

 

Delegations: Any person who wishes to speak to Council on agenda items must pre-register with the Office of the Clerk by 12 p.m. (noon) one business day before the meeting. Applications to appear as a delegation can be submitted by email to [email protected] or by using the on-line application form found on Richmondhill.ca. Delegations can be in person, or electronically by video conference or telephone. The Office of the Clerk will provide instructions on appearing as a delegation. 

 

Public Forum: Any person who wishes to speak to Council on a matter not on the agenda must pre-register with the Office of the Clerk by 12 p.m. (noon) one business day before the meeting. Persons wanting to address Council during the Public Forum portion of the meeting must register by sending an email to [email protected] or by using the on-line form found on Richmondhill.ca. Public Forum participation can be in-person, or electronically by video conference or telephone. A maximum of five persons will be allowed to register for the Public Forum on a first come first serve basis.

 

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1.

Call to Order

2.

Land Acknowledgement

We are gathering on lands that have been home to First Nations Peoples from time immemorial. We acknowledge that what we now call Richmond Hill is on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the Mississauga and Chippewa Nations of the Williams Treaty. We also recognize that we are on part of the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and the Huron Wendat.

We would also like to acknowledge all First Nation, Inuit and Métis peoples from across North America, also known as Turtle Island, who now reside in the City of Richmond Hill. We are committed to rebuilding constructive and cooperative relationships.

3.

National Anthem

4.

Public Forum (not exceeding fifteen minutes) 

4.1

Geoff Green, 297 Church Street South, regarding Our Urban Forest

5.

Council Announcements

6.

Introduction of Emergency/Time Sensitive Matters

7.

Adoption of Agenda

8.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof

9.

Adoption of Previous Council Minutes

9.1

Council Public Meeting C#23-25 held September 9, 2025

9.2

Council Meeting C#24-25 held September 10, 2025

10.

Identification of Items Requiring Separate Discussion

11.

Adoption of the Remainder of Agenda Items

12.

Public Hearing(s)

13.

Presentation(s)

13.1

Presentation by Gigi Li, Director, Financial Services and Treasurer, of the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 2025 to Mayor West and Members of Council

13.2

Presentation by Tamas Hertel, Service Planning Manager, York Region Transit (YRT), regarding 2026 Transit Initiatives 

(Please note this is a 15 minute presentation)

13.3

Presentation by Suzanne Craig, Integrity Commissioner, regarding the Annual Report of the City's Integrity Commissioner - (refer to Item 15.3)

(Please note this is a 20 minute presentation)

14.

Delegation(s)

15.

Committee and Staff Reports

15.1

Minutes - Budget Committee of the Whole Meeting BCW#03-25 held September 16, 2025

• That the minutes of Budget Committee of the Whole Meeting CW#03-25 held September 16, 2025, be adopted as circulated and the following recommendations be approved:

15.1.1

SRCFS.25.036 - 2025 Year-End Operating Forecast - (BCW Item 5.1)

• a) That staff report SRCFS.25.036 regarding 2025 Year-End Operating Forecast be received for information purposes.

15.1.2

SRCFS.25.037 - 2026 Budget Survey Results - (BCW Item 5.2)

• a) That staff report SRCFS.25.037 regarding 2026 Budget Survey Results be received for information purposes and for consideration by staff in the staff proposed 2026 Budget;

  b) That future annual online budget surveys commence in September, with results reviewed by staff and, where applicable, integrated into the proposed budget ahead of budget deliberations.

15.2

Minutes - Committee of the Whole Meeting CW#12-25 held September 17, 2025

• That the minutes of Committee of the Whole Meeting CW#12-25 held September 17, 2025, be adopted as circulated and the following recommendations be approved:

15.2.1

Minutes - Heritage Richmond Hill meeting HRH#04-25 held June 5, 2025 - (CW Item 11.1)

• a) That the minutes of Heritage Richmond Hill meeting HRH#04-25 held June 5, 2025, be adopted.

15.2.2

SRCM.25.12 - Delegated Authority Summer Recess Accounting Reference By-law 86-20 as amended by By‐law 52-24, (July 21 to August 29, 2025) - (CW Item 11.2)

• a) That staff report SRCM.25.12 regarding Delegated Authority Summer Recess Accounting be received for information.

15.2.3

SRCFS.25.032 - Area Specific Development Charge Payments, 19T-88001 Phase 2 Baif Developments Limited - (CW Item 11.3)

• a) That the timing for Area Specific Development Charge payments for Subdivision File 19T-88001 Phase 2 be deferred until execution of site plan agreements for development Blocks within 19T-88001 Phase 2 after registration of the plan for 19T-88001 Phase 2;

  b) That the Subdivision Agreement for 19T-88001 Phase 2 include provisions to reflect the deferred timing for Area Specific Development Charge payments upon the written recommendation of the Director of Financial Services and Treasurer.

15.2.4

SRCFS.25.035 - 2026 Council and Committee Meeting Schedule - (CW Item 11.4)

• a) That staff report SRCFS.25.035 regarding the 2026 Council and Committee Meeting Schedule be received;

  b) That the proposed 2026 Council and Committee meeting schedule as set out in Appendix ‘A’ to staff report SRCFS.25.035 be approved.

15.2.5

SRIES.25.006 - Micromobility Strategy - (CW Item 11.5) - (Proposed By-laws 90-25 and 91-25)

• a) That staff report SRIES.25.006 regarding the Micromobility Strategy, be received;

  b) That the 2025 Micromobility Strategy, Attachment 1 to staff report SRIES.25.006, be adopted;

  c) That the Active Transportation and Micromobility By-law 90-25, Attachment 2 to staff report SRIES.25.006, be enacted;

  d) That the Commissioner of Infrastructure and Engineering Services be delegated authority to opt the City of Richmond Hill into Ontario’s E-Scooter Pilot Program to allow personal use e-scooters by contacting the Ministry of Transportation following the Active Transportation and Micromobility By-law 90-25 enactment, Attachment 2 to staff report SRIES.25.006; and

  e) That By-law 91-25, Attachment 3 to staff report SRIES.25.006, be enacted to amend the Administrative Penalty By-law 69-16 to include designated Active Transportation and Micromobility By-law violations;

  f) That staff be directed to explore how the City can best leverage boulevard areas on regional roads, and report back as part of the trail study on including additional infrastructure and/or safe shared pedestrian micromobility infrastructure.

15.2.6

SRIES.25.010 - Authorization to Execute Agreements and Acquire Lands, Headford Landowners Group Inc. - (CW Item 11.6)

• a) That staff report SRIES.25.010 regarding Authorization to Execute Agreements and Acquire Lands, Headford Landowners Group Inc., be received;

  b) That upon the written recommendation of the Commissioner of Infrastructure and Engineering Services, the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute agreements with the Headford Landowners Group Inc. for the design and construction of Vogell Road including a bridge structure and municipal servicing;

  c) That the acquisition of lands or easements required pursuant to a condition of an agreement with the Headford Landowners Group Inc., be authorized.

15.2.7

SRPBS.25.071 - Request for Direction - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications - Norfolk Development Inc. - 162, 166, 170, 174, 178, and 182 Norfolk Avenue - City Files OPA-23-0002 and ZBLA-23-0003 - (CW Item 11.7)

• a) That the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) be advised that Council does not support the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications submitted by Norfolk Development Inc. for lands known as Part of Lots 226 and 227, Registered Plan 2383, (Municipal Addresses: 162, 166, 170, 174, 178, and 182 Norfolk Avenue), City Files OPA-23-0002 and ZBLA-23-0003, for the primary reasons outlined in staff report SRPBS.25.071;

  b) The appropriate City staff be directed to appear at the OLT as necessary in support of Council’s position concerning the subject applications.

15.2.8

SRPBS.25.081 - Request for Approval – Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project – City of Richmond Hill – City Files MZBA-23-0001 and MZBA-25-0001 - (CW Item 11.8) - (Proposed By-law 93-25)

• a) That the City initiated Comprehensive Zoning By-law, City Files MZBA-23-0001 and MZBA-25-0001 to implement a Zoning By-law regarding the following “Areas Affected by the Comprehensive Zoning By-law”: Centres and Corridors (Richmond Hill Centre, Yonge Street and Carrville/16th Avenue Key Development Area, Yonge Street and Bernard Avenue Key Development Area, Village Local Centre, Newkirk Local Centre, Oak Ridges Local Centre, Local Development Areas, Regional Mixed-Use Corridors, and Local Mixed-Use Corridor), Neighbourhood (including the North Leslie Secondary Plan and West Gormley Secondary Plan Areas), Greenway System (Oak Ridges Moraine Natural Core, Oak Ridges Moraine Natural Linkage, Oak Ridges Moraine Countryside, Greenbelt Plan Protected Countryside, Natural Core, Natural Linkage, Countryside, Parkway Belt West and Major Urban Open Space), Employment Lands (Employment Area and Employment Corridor), Utility Corridor, and Leslie Street Institutional Area, save and except lands that are excluded from the by-law as shown on Schedule “A” and “A1” to the draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law 93-25, in accordance with the recommendations outlined in Staff Report SRPBS.25.081, be approved as follows:

  i) that upon the enactment of Comprehensive Zoning By-law 93-25, Council repeal the former Zoning By-laws applicable to the “Areas Affected by the Comprehensive Zoning By-law”;

  ii) that upon the enactment of Comprehensive Zoning By-law 93-25, Council repeal By-law 30-25 and direct the City Solicitor, or his designate, to take any and all steps necessary before the Ontario Land Tribunal to effect the repeal of By-law 30-25;

  iii) that draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law 93-25 attached hereto as Appendix “B” be finalized to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Planning and Building Services and be brought forward to the September 24, 2025 Council meeting for enactment; and,

  iv) that pursuant to Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, Council deem that no further notice be required with respect to any necessary modifications to the draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law 93-25 to implement a Zoning By-law for the “Areas Affected by the Comprehensive Zoning By-law”. 

15.2.9

Correspondence received regarding the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project - City of Richmond Hill - (CW Item 11.9)

• That the following correspondence regarding the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project for the City of Richmond Hill, be received:

  1. Nick Pileggi, Macaulay Shiomi Howson Ltd., on behalf of 1 Cynthia Crescent, dated September 2, 2025.
  2. Nick Pileggi, Macaulay Shiomi Howson Ltd., on behalf of S&A Developments Limited, dated September 2, 2025.
  3. Nick Pileggi, Macaulay Shiomi Howson Ltd., on behalf of Times 1128 Inc. and 1863106 Ontario Inc., dated September 2, 2025.
  4. Nick Pileggi, Macaulay Shiomi Howson Ltd., on behalf of Weins Auto Group, dated September 2, 2025.
  5. Nick Pileggi, Macaulay Shiomi Howson Ltd., on behalf of White Owl Properties Limited, dated September 2, 2025.
  6. Christine Fandrich, MHBC Planning Urban Design & Landscape Architecture, on behalf of TransCanada PipeLines Limited, dated September 3, 2025.
  7. Jeffrey Streisfield, Landlaw, on behalf of Robert Salna, dated September 4, 2025.
  8. Grant Uyeyama and Madison Van West, KLM Planning Partners Inc., on behalf of Islamic Society of Regional Municipality of York, dated September 9, 2025.
  9. Bill Tam, KLM Planning Partners Inc., on behalf of Earlglen Investments Inc., dated September 9, 2025.
  10. Bill Tam, KLM Planning Partners Inc., on behalf of DG Group Inc., dated September 9, 2025.

15.2.10

Additional correspondence received regarding the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project - City of Richmond Hill - (CW Item 11.10)

• That the following correspondence regarding the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project for the City of Richmond Hill, be received:

  1. Lincoln Lo, Malone Given Parsons Ltd., on behalf of Sabella Ridge Estates Inc., Streamgrove Developments Inc., and Worthington Ridge Developments Inc. (Treasure Hill), dated September 10, 2025.
  2. Lincoln Lo, Malone Given Parsons Ltd., on behalf of Golden Ambra Highrise Inc., Campo Ridge and Parioli Peak Estates Inc. (Greenpark), dated September 10, 2025.
  3. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of Wycliffe Village Inc., dated September 11, 2025.
  4. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of 2747883 Ontario Inc. and 2753502 Ontario Inc., dated September 11, 2025.
  5. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of 2593000 Ontario Ltd., dated September 11, 2025. 
  6. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of Laurier Homes (Richmond Hill) Inc., dated September 11, 2025.
  7. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of Yonge Ridge Developments Inc., dated September 11, 2025.
  8. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of Yongehurst Developments Inc., dated September 11, 2025.
  9. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of Leslie View Developments 11580 Inc., dated September 11, 2025. 
  10. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of Country Wide (Jefferson) Inc., and Giuseppina Brunetto, dated September 11, 2025.
  11. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of Country Wide Homes (Jefferson) Inc., dated September 11, 2025. 
  12. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of King South-East Developments 295 Inc., dated September 11, 2025.
  13. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of 9712 Yonge Street General Partner Inc., and 9712 Yonge Street Limited Partnership, dated September 11, 2025.
  14. Tak Amiri, on behalf of Zexin Inc., 21 Dunlop Street, Unit 207, dated September 11, 2025.
  15. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of Whitehorn Investments Limited, Stephen Mitchell Realty Limited, 891566 Ontario Limited and Ledrow Investments Limited,o dated September 12, 2025.
  16. Adam Layton, Goldberg Group, on behalf of First Baymac Developments Limited, and Canadian Property Holdings (Ontario) (“Baymac”), dated September 12, 2025.
  17. Tim Schilling, KLM Planning Partners Inc., on behalf of Stonecourt Construction Inc., dated September 12, 2025.
  18. Michael Manett, MPLAN Inc., on behalf of Robert Salna, dated August 22, 2025.
  19. Michael Manett, MPLAN Inc., on behalf of JG Cordone, dated August 25, 2025.
  20. Michael Manett, MPLAN Inc., on behalf of North Elgin Centre Inc., dated August 28, 2025.
  21. Naomi Nurgitz J.D., 78 Drumern Crescent, dated September 15, 2025.
  22. Lauren Capilongo, Malone Given Parsons, on behalf of Leslie Elgin Developments Inc., dated September 15, 2025.
  23. Rohan Sovig, Malone Given Parsons, on behalf of Elgin Developments Inc. dated September 13, 2025.
  24. Adam Fineman, Delmanor Communities, dated September 15, 2025.
  25. Ian Andres, Goodmans LLP, on behalf of 2402828 Ontario Inc. (York Montessori School), dated September 16, 2025.
  26. Ian Andres, Goodmans LLP, on behalf of Baif et al., dated September 16, 2025.
  27. Ian Andres, Goodmans LLP, on behalf of H&R Management, dated September 16, 2025.
  28. Kayly Robbins, Weston Consulting, on behalf of 1609399 Ontario Inc., dated September 16, 2025.
  29. Kayly Robbins, Weston Consulting, on behalf of 9835 Leslie Street, dated September 16, 2025.

15.2.11

Correspondence received regarding the Micromobility Strategy - (CW Item 11.11)

• That the following correspondence regarding the Micromobility Strategy, be received:

  1. Jeffrey Streisfield, Landlaw, dated September 16, 2025.

15.2.12

Correspondence received regarding the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications - Norfolk Development Inc. for 162, 166, 170, 174, 178 and 182 Norfolk Avenue - (CW Item 11.12)

• That the following correspondence regarding the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications - Norfolk Development Inc. for 162, 166, 170, 174, 178 and 182 Norfolk Avenue, be received:

  1. Michael Theodores, 481 Major Mackenzie Drive East, dated September 16, 2025.

15.2.13

Member Motion submitted by Mayor West regarding Strengthening Safety Measures Around Child-Centered Facilities - (CW Item 13.1)

• Whereas the City of Richmond Hill continues to mourn the devastating loss of a child and the injuries suffered by others as a result of the recent crash at First Roots Daycare; and

  Whereas the safety and protection of children is of the highest priority for parents, caregivers, and our community as a whole; and

  Whereas childcare centers, schools, and playgrounds are gathering places that require enhanced safety measures to prevent future tragedies and protect our most vulnerable residents; and

  Whereas the community has overwhelmingly advocated for positive safety changes in the wake of this tragedy, including a petition with more than 500 signatories; and

  Whereas municipalities do not have the legislative authority to compel childcare operators to install safety measures to prevent vehicle incursions, and must rely on the provincial government and its legislative tools to enact such changes; and

  Whereas Richmond Hill Council has called for and appreciates the actions taken by the provincial government to strengthen safety requirements for child-centered facilities and similar facilities, including measures to mitigate the risk of vehicle incursions into vulnerable areas.

  Therefore, be it resolved that:

  1. Council direct Mayor West to write a follow-up letter to the Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education, expressing Council’s support for the proposed actions taken to date and urging quick, effective, and appropriate measures to further reduce risks to child-centered facilities;
  2. The City of Richmond Hill continue to work with the Province to ensure effective and timely implementation of stronger safety standards;
  3. The City Clerk be directed to forward a copy of this resolution to the following:

  The Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario;

  The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education.

15.3

Annual Report of the City's Integrity Commissioner, Suzanne Craig, dated September 12, 2025

• a) That the Annual Report of the City's Integrity Commissioner, Suzanne Craig, dated September 12, 2025, be received; and

  b) That section 6.16 of the Integrity Commissioner's procedures be amended, as recommended in the Annual Report of the City's Integrity Commissioner, Suzanne Craig, dated September 12, 2025.

15.4

Report from Suzanne Craig, Integrity Commissioner, dated July 7, 2025 titled “Formal Code of Conduct Complaint #122024 Investigation Report of Regional Council Member Joe DiPaola"

• a) That the investigation report from Suzanne Craig, Integrity Commissioner, dated July 7, 2025, titled “Formal Code of Conduct Complaint #122024 Investigation Report of Regional Council Member Joe DiPaola " be received; and

  b) That Council provide direction on the recommendations of the Integrity Commissioner in respect to a policy on access to the Municipal Offices, and a Nepotism Policy related to Council Office staff. 

15.5

Memorandum from Paolo Masaro, Commissioner of Infrastructure and Engineering Services, dated September 19, 2025, regarding Response to Committee of the Whole - Staff Report SRIES.25.006 - Micromobility Strategy - (refer to Item 15.2.5)

• a) That the Memorandum from Paolo Masaro, Commissioner of Infrastructure and Engineering Services, dated September 19, 2025, regarding Response to Committee of the Whole - Staff Report SRIES.25.006 - Micromobility Strategy, be received for information purposes.

15.6

Correspondence received regarding the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project - City of Richmond Hill - (refer to Item 15.2.8)

• That the following correspondence regarding the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Project for the City of Richmond Hill, be received:

  1. Eileen P.K. Costello, Aird & Berlis LLP, on behalf of 2705785 Ontario Limited, dated September 16, 2025.
  2. Alex Lusty, Davies Howe LLP, on behalf of 37 residents of Mon Sheong Court, dated September 16, 2025.
  3. Jenna Thibault, Weston Consulting, on behalf of Leadbond Development Inc., dated September 16, 2025.
  4. Chief Taynar Simpson, Alderville First Nation, dated September 16, 2025.
  5. Katarzyna Sliwa, Dentons Canada LLP, on behalf of DIV (Beaver Creek) Limited, dated September 16, 2025.
  6. Angela Sciberras, Macaulay Shiomi Howson Limited, on behalf of 1001178728 Ontario Limited and 1001178791 Ontario Limited, dated September 16, 2025.
  7. Daniel Teichman, Overland LLP, on behalf of Yonge Sixteen Inc., dated September 16, 2025.
  8. Bryanne Robinson, Weston Consulting, on behalf of Devon Lane Construction Limited, dated September 16, 2025.
  9. Michael Cara, Overland LLP, on behalf of 9218 Yonge Street Inc., dated September 19, 2025.

16.

Other Business

17.

Emergency/Time Sensitive Matters

18.

By-laws

18.1

By-law 90-25 - A By-law to provide for the Use, Regulation, Protection, and Governance of Active Transportation and Micromobility Devices with the City of Richmond Hill

Explanation: Item 15.2.5

18.2

By-law 91-25 - A By-law to amend By-law 69-16, being the City of Richmond Hill Administrative Penalty By-law

Explanation: Item 15.2.5

18.3

By-law 92-25 - A By-law to Assume Belowground Municipal Services 

Explanation: Approved by Council at its meeting held April 28, 2021 - (Delegated Authority - Staff Report SRPI.21.038) - City File D06-06028

18.4

By-law 96-25 - A By-law to Remove Certain Lands from Part Lot Control 

Explanation: Earglen Investments Inc. - 57-69 Tipp Drive - City File PLC-25-0008

18.5

By-law 97-25 - A By-law to Remove Certain Lands from Part Lot Control 

Explanation: Earglen Investments Inc. - 70-90 Tipp Drive - City File PLC-25-0009

18.6

By-law 98-25 - A By-law to Remove Certain Lands from Part Lot Control 

Explanation: Earglen Investments Inc. - 20-34 Kamper Avenue - City File PLC-25-0010

18.7

By-law 99-25 - A By-law to Remove Certain Lands from Part Lot Control

Explanation: Jacada Properties (BT) Inc. - 1577, 1621 Major Mackenzie Drive - City File PLC-25-0011

18.8

By-law 111-25 - A By-law to Establish Lands as Public Highway 

Explanation: Approved by Council at its meeting held April 28, 2021 - (Delegated Authority - Staff Report SRPI.21.038) - City File D06-20045

19.

Closed Session

19.1

Resolution to Move into Closed Session and General Nature Thereof:

• That Council move into Closed Session:

  a) To consider matters related to the receiving of advice that is subject to: solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and related to litigation affecting the municipality regarding the construction of the Oak Ridges Community Centre, Aquicon Construction Co. Ltd. et al ats. The Corporation of the City of Richmond Hill, Court File No. CV-21-00667419-0000, (Section 239(2)(e) and (f) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O; 2001, c. 25).

19.2

Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session

19.3

Adoption of Recommendations Arising from the Closed Session Meeting

20.

By-law to Confirm the Proceedings of Council at this Meeting

20.1

By-law 112-25

21.

Adjournment