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That the additions and corrections to the agenda be approved.

That the deputation provided by Patricia McLaughlin, Director, Events and Community Partnerships, Southlake Health Foundation regarding 2025 Nature Emporium's Run for Southlake be received.

& Regional Councillor Vegh That the deputation provided by Matthew Vittiglio regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 458-460 Timothy Street be received.

& Regional Councillor Vegh That the deputation provided by Roya Rezaee regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 471 Eagle Street be received.

& Regional Councillor Vegh That the deputation provided by George MacPherson regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 233 Prospect Street be received.

& Regional Councillor Vegh That the deputation provided by Eileen Costello, Aird and Berlis LLP regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 465 Davis Drive be received.

& Regional Councillor Vegh That the deputation provided by Sherry Barclay regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 16874 Bayview Avenue be received.

& Regional Councillor Vegh That the deputation provided by Lorna Kingsland regarding Heritage Designation By-law at 484 Water Street be received.

That the Council Meeting Minutes of January 20, 2025 be approved.

& Regional Councillor Vegh That the Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2025 be received and that the recommendations noted within items 9.1.1 to 9.1.14 be adopted. See item 9.1.15 for motion.

municipalities face growing infrastructure needs, including roads, bridges, public transit, water systems, and other critical services, which are essential to community well-being and economic development; and, Whereas the current sources of municipal revenue, including property taxes and user fees, are insufficient to meet these increasing demands for infrastructure investment; and, Whereas the Province of Ontario currently collects the Land Transfer Tax (LTT) on property transactions in municipalities across the province, generating significant revenue that is not directly shared with municipalities; and, Whereas the Federal Government collects the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on property transactions, a portion of which could be directed to municipalities to address local infrastructure needs; and, Whereas redistributing a portion of the Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities would provide a predictable and sustainable source of funding for local infrastructure projects without creating a new tax burden on residents or homebuyers; and, Whereas a redistribution of a portion of the existing Land Transfer Tax and GST would allow municipalities to better plan and invest in long-term infrastructure initiatives, supporting local economic growth and improving the quality of life for residents Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved: That Newmarket Town Council formally requests the Provincial Government to consider redistributing a portion of the Land Transfer Tax col

That the report entitled Bill 23 - Heritage Designation By-laws report dated February 10, 2025 be received; and, That Council pass 48 designation by-laws under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act ; and, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That By-laws 2025-06 to 2025-54 be enacted.

That the Committee of the Whole (Closed Session) Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2025 be approved.

That the Closed Session Report CL-2025-01 dated February 3, 2025 be received and that the recommendations noted within be adopted; and, That Staff be directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That By-law 2025-55 be enacted.

That the meeting be adjourned at 2:31 PM.

Councillor Vegh 1. That the deputation provided by Matthew Vittiglio regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 458-460 Timothy Street be received.

Councillor Vegh 1. That the deputation provided by Roya Rezaee regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 471 Eagle Street be received.

Councillor Vegh 1. That the deputation provided by George MacPherson regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 233 Prospect Street be received.

Councillor Vegh 1. That the deputation provided by Eileen Costello, Aird and Berlis LLP regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 465 Davis Drive be received.

Councillor Vegh 1. That the deputation provided by Sherry Barclay regarding the proposed Heritage Designation By-law at 16874 Bayview Avenue be received.

Councillor Vegh 1. That the Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2025 be received and that the recommendations noted within items 9.1.1 to 9.1.14 be adopted. See item 9.1.15 for motion.

Whereas municipalities face growing infrastructure needs, including roads, bridges, public transit, water systems, and other critical services, which are essential to community well-being and economic development; and, Whereas the current sources of municipal revenue, including property taxes and user fees, are insufficient to meet these increasing demands for infrastructure investment; and, Whereas the Province of Ontario currently collects the Land Transfer Tax (LTT) on property transactions in municipalities across the province, generating significant revenue that is not directly shared with municipalities; and, Whereas the Federal Government collects the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on property transactions, a portion of which could be directed to municipalities to address local infrastructure needs; and, Whereas redistributing a portion of the Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities would provide a predictable and sustainable source of funding for local infrastructure projects without creating a new tax burden on residents or homebuyers; and, Whereas a redistribution of a portion of the existing Land Transfer Tax and GST would allow municipalities to better plan and invest in long-term infrastructure initiatives, supporting local economic growth and improving the quality of life for residents Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved: 1. That Newmarket Town Council formally requests the Provincial Government to consider redistributing a portion of the Land Trans

That the deputation provided by Lorna Kingsland regarding Heritage Designation By-law at 484 Water Street be received.