Issues

Markham residents tackle ‘disconnect’ working in coronavirus world

#stayathome – Loss of human 'touch' greatest impact of working from home during COVID-19 crisis Heidi Riedner, Markham Economist & Sun - February 25, 2020 It hasn’t exactly been business as usual during stay-at-home measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The challenge of staying connected has meant a shift in day-to-day operations for those still working. Markham Stouffville Hospital President and CEO Jo-anne Marr, for example, tweeted that communication is key during the fight against COVID-19. “We’re holding ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-04-16T11:31:29-04:00April 16th, 2020|

Mayor Frank Scarpitti Online Town Hall Meeting

Join Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Dr. Karim Kurji, Medical Officer of Health, York Region to answer your COVID-19 questions, along with Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Markham. Let’s talk and share some insights. Get the latest on the COVID-19 pandemic and learn about Markham’s response. Date: Tuesday, April 14th Time: 7:00pm Place: Online Via Zoom The Town Hall event has passed, by you can view it at this link: YouTube - https://youtu.be/PDM25L8yrhs

Andrew Keyes2020-04-16T18:17:14-04:00April 14th, 2020|

Yard waste collection – Updated schedule

Yard waste collection has been reinstated in Markham and will start on April 21. Refer to the updated online 2020 Collection Schedule for your start date. Please keep your yard waste and bags dry until then. Please note Bloomington Compost Depot is open for drop-offs: Monday through Saturday 7am-6pm 1351 Bloomington Rd Richmond Hill, ON Call 1 866-887-6457 for more information Our focus during this public health emergency has been on delivering essential services like blue bin, green bin and waste collection.

Andrew Keyes2020-04-10T21:02:33-04:00April 10th, 2020|

COVID-19 News from the City

Dear Ward 5 residents and business owners, The City of Markham announced on Friday some financial relief measures for residents and businesses in the City. Unfortunately our resources, when compared with the Federal and Provincial governments are very limited, and mostly confined to how we collect property taxes. Here's what was announced: Benefits for Residents No late payment (penalty and interest) charges for residential property taxpayers from April 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020: Property owners enrolled in the Preauthorized Payment ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2020-04-10T21:04:57-04:00March 31st, 2020|

COVID-19 – What Ward 5 Residents need to know

Dear Ward 5 Residents, Please be assured the City of Markham is doing its best to continue operating at full capacity, many staff are working from home but all are still serving residents and businesses at the same high standards. My assistant Michelle and I are available any time, we will respond to emails and phone messages quickly. Mayor Scarpitti briefs Council daily and releases media alerts as necessary. He together with our Executive Leadership Team and our Emergency Operations ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-03-26T13:35:11-04:00March 26th, 2020|

Swan Lake Park is home to over 90 species of birds and animals

News Review Media - February 25, 2020 The Friends of Swan Lake Park, a group of Markham residents committed to saving Swan Lake and Swan Lake Park, announced the official launch of its new website www.friendsofswanlakepark.ca and its first public meeting on March 9 to discuss the issues in the Park. Swan Lake Park is situated at 25 Swan Park Road in Markham, which is north of 16th Avenue, midway between Markham Road and 9th Line. The Park, situated at 25 Swan Park ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-02-26T14:01:30-05:00February 26th, 2020|

All you need to know about snow!

We are ready to help you at any time, please call the Ward5 office for any assistance (905) 475-4865. Brush up on some of the city's winter maintenance and snow removal regulations to help keep you moving, safe and ticket-free when the snow flies. Winter parking restrictions go into effect ** Nov. 15 until April 15** While vehicles may be parked on the odd-numbered side of city streets when snow clearing operations are not in effect — unless posted signs ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2023-12-21T12:36:37-05:00November 13th, 2019|

Should Markham be raising foreign national flags at the Civic Centre?

Markham officials under fire over Chinese flag raising Hoisting of the flag sparks protest, call for end to practice and demand for public apology Oct 31, 2019 by Heidi Riedner, Markham Economist & Sun The hoisting of the flag of the People’s Republic of China in Markham has raised some serious questions. The city, its mayor and some of its councillors are under fire from some area residents who say a recent flag raising celebrating the 70th anniversary of ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2019-11-01T14:41:07-04:00November 1st, 2019|

Be part of Building Markham’s Future Together!

Help us build Markham’s future together by letting us know what’s important to you. We want to hear from Markham residents, business owners, workers, students and community stakeholders. Complete our 2020 – 2023 Strategic Plan survey by October 29, 2019, at 11:59 PM EDT, for your chance to WIN one of the following prizes: iPad (6th Generation, 32GB, Wi-Fi) Apple Watch (Series 3, 38mm, Space Gray Aluminum Black Sport (GPS)) Pair of Apple AirPods (with charging case) One-year fitness membership ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2019-09-25T11:37:17-04:00September 25th, 2019|

Pedestrian Safety throughout the Ward

Fall is upon us and the kids are back to school. The great weather we've been having means more of our kids are walking to and from school and playing outside in parks and laneways. Safety for students and other pedestrians is a concern for all of us, yet my office still receives numerous emails and phones calls from many Ward 5 schools and residents reporting dangerous driving, speeding, illegal u-turns and parking. Crossing guards fear for themselves and the children as they make their ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2019-09-18T16:43:51-04:00September 18th, 2019|