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Councillor Veghwith item 7.1 - 2026 Annual Servicing Allocation Review regarding the allocation for 600 Stonehaven Avenue and did not participate in discussions or vote on this item
What was decided (29 motions)
29 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That Section 32 i) of the Town of Newmarket's Procedure By-law that restricts the number of deputations to five per meeting be suspended for the April 13, 2026 Committee of the Whole.
Moved by Councillor Simon, seconded by Councillor Twinney
Carried
That the deputation provided by Nikki Alber, Young Scholars Educational Services regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the deputation provided by Michael Green regarding combatting antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the deputation provided by Ingrid Legros, Principal Armitage Village Public School regarding Savage Road and Nelson Circle All-Way Stop Review be received.
Moved by Councillor Broome, seconded by Councillor Morrison
Carried
That the deputation provided by Aviva Grosh, Jewish Families Connected regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the deputation provided by Rebecca Meadows be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the deputation provided by Martine Goldstein regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the deputation provided by Jennifer Steinman regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the deputation provided by Richard Robertson, Director of Research and Advocacy, B'nai Brith Canada be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That items 7.3 and 7.6 to 7.11 be adopted on consent. See items 7.1, 7.2, 7.4, and 7.5 for motion.
Moved by Councillor Broome, seconded by Councillor Woodhouse
Carried
That Council reinstate servicing allocation to the developments as outlined in Attachment 1 regarding 600 Stonehaven Avenue to this staff report; and, That Council commit servicing allocation to the development located at 600 Stonehaven Avenue contained in this staff report; and, That staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Simon, seconded by Councillor Morrison
Carried
That the report entitled The Newmarket Community Safety Camera Program: Implementation, Outcomes, and Closure dated April 13, 2026 be received.
Moved by Councillor Broome, seconded by Councillor Kwapis
Carried
That the report entitled 2025 Status Update to the 2025-2029 Multi-year Accessibility Plan dated April 13, 2026 be received; and, That the 2025 Status Update be approved (Attachment 1); and, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Broome, seconded by Councillor Morrison
Carried
That the Accessibility Advisory Committee's endorsement of the 2025 Annual Accessibility Status Update to the 2025-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan be received.
Moved by Councillor Broome, seconded by Councillor Morrison
Carried
That the report entitled Savage Road and Nelson Circle All-Way Stop Review dated April 13, 2026 be received; and, That an All-Way Stop Control not be implemented at this intersection; and, That No Stopping signs be installed on both sides of Savage Road, within 9 metres south of the existing school crossing location; and, That Council direct staff to include the intersection of Savage Road and Nelson Circle for a comprehensive safety analysis including actions under the Province's Road Safety Initiatives Program, with a focus on implementing alternative safety measures to improve driver compliance and enhance pedestrian safety in this Community Safety Zone; and, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Broome, seconded by Councillor Kwapis
Carried
That the report entitled Carnival Licence Application for Joe Persechini Charity Midway dated April 13 th , 202 6 , be received; and, That Council approve the Carnival Licence for Joe Persechini Charity Midway; and, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Bisanz, seconded by Councillor Twinney
Carried
the Town of Newmarket is a diverse and inclusive community where residents of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds should feel safe, respected and protected; and Whereas there has been a documented rise in antisemitic incidents including specific recent multiple attacks on synagogues in York Region, in addition to the spread of hate-motivated acts and inciting violence in the province of Ontario and Canada as a whole; and, Whereas deeply concerning hate-motivated incidents directed at the Jewish community and other vulnerable communities undermine public safety, community cohesion, and the fundamental values of tolerance and inclusion which the Town of Newmarket strives to embody; and, Whereas municipal governments rely on strong partnerships with federal, provincial, and regional law enforcement agencies to effectively prevent, investigate, and respond to hate-motivated incidents; and Whereas the Town of Newmarket is served by the York Regional Police, and benefits from coordination with the provincial and federal partner including the Ontario Provincial Police, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and Canadian Security Intelligence Service; and, Whereas municipalities face increasing financial and operational pressures in responding to rising incidents of hate, including the need for enhanced policing coordination, prevention programs, and community safety initiatives; and, Therefore be it resolved: That the Town of Newmarket Council formally request the Government of Canada and
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the Correspondence provided by Ilya Gilin regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the correspondence provided by Lynn Sutton regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the correspondence provided by Lesley Schnaid regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the correspondence provided by Dr. Deron Brown regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the correspondence provided by Mary regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the Correspondence provided by May Tal regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the correspondence provided by Howard Sutton regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the correspondence provided by Francine Sharpe regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the correspondence provided by Elaine Pepe regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the correspondence provided by Mirey Bahar regarding Combatting Antisemitism be received.
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the meeting be adjourned at 2:58 PM.
Moved by Councillor Woodhouse, seconded by Councillor Kwapis
Carried
Whereas the Town of Newmarket is a diverse and inclusive community where residents of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds should feel safe, respected and protected; and Whereas there has been a documented rise in antisemitic incidents including specific recent multiple attacks on synagogues in York Region, in addition to the spread of hate-motivated acts and inciting violence in the province of Ontario and Canada as a whole; and, Whereas deeply concerning hate-motivated incidents directed at the Jewish community and other vulnerable communities undermine public safety, community cohesion, and the fundamental values of tolerance and inclusion which the Town of Newmarket strives to embody; and, Whereas municipal governments rely on strong partnerships with federal, provincial, and regional law enforcement agencies to effectively prevent, investigate, and respond to hate-motivated incidents; and Whereas the Town of Newmarket is served by the York Regional Police, and benefits from coordination with the provincial and federal partner including the Ontario Provincial Police, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and Canadian Security Intelligence Service; and, Whereas municipalities face increasing financial and operational pressures in responding to rising incidents of hate, including the need for enhanced policing coordination, prevention programs, and community safety initiatives; and, Therefore be it resolved: 1. That the Town of Newmarket Council formally request the Government of
Moved by Councillor Twinney, seconded by Councillor Simon