Agenda
Scarborough Community Council
- Meeting No.:
- 4
- Contact:
- Yvonne Davies, Committee Administrator
- Meeting Date:
- Wednesday, February 18, 2015
- Phone:
- 416-396-7287
- Start Time:
- 9:30 AM
- E-mail:
- scc@toronto.ca
- Location:
- Council Chamber, Scarborough Civic Centre
- Chair:
- Councillor Chin Lee
Councillor Chin Lee (Chair) Councillor Ron Moeser (Vice Chair) |
Councillor Paul Ainslie Councillor Michelle Berardinetti Councillor Raymond Cho Councillor Gary Crawford |
Councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker Councillor Jim Karygiannis Councillor Norm Kelly Councillor Michael Thompson
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Schedule of Timed Items
9:30 a.m. - Item SC4.1
9:40 a.m. - Item SC4.2
10:00 a.m. - Item SC4.3
1:30 p.m. - Items SC4.20 - SC4.22
Introduction and Enactment of General Bills and Bill to Confirm the Proceedings of Community Council will be last items.
Declarations of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
Confirmation of Minutes – January 13, 2015
Speakers/Presentations – A complete list will be distributed at the meeting
SC4.1 - Permanent Closure of an Untraveled Portion of Finch Avenue East Abutting the South Limit of 5928-5930 Finch Avenue East
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Time:
- 9:30 AM
- Ward:
- 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Public Notice Given
Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. City Council authorize the permanent closure of the untraveled portion of the public highway abutting the south limit of 5928-5930 Finch Avenue East, designated as Part 1 as shown on Sketch No. PS-2012-007 (the "Highway"), attached to the report dated November 19, 2014, from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. City Council enact a by-law substantially in the form of the draft by-law attached as Appendix "A" to the report dated November 19, 2014, from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
Summary
Transportation Services recommends that the untraveled portion of Finch Avenue East, abutting the south limit of 5928-5930 Finch Avenue East be permanently closed.
Financial Impact
The closing of the Highway will not result in any costs to the City as the purchasers of the Highway are responsible to pay all costs associated with the closing of the Highway.
The Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer has reviewed this report and agrees with the financial impact information.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74970.pdf
Attachment 1 - Sketch No. PS-2012-007, dated January 27, 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74971.pdf
Appendix A - Draft By-law to permanently close an untraveled portion of Finch Avenue East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74972.pdf
Public Notice - Proposal to permanently close an un-traveled portion of Finch Avenue East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74973.pdf
SC4.2 - Rouge Valley Health System
- Consideration Type:
- Presentation
- Time:
- 9:40 AM
- Wards:
- 35 - Scarborough Southwest, 36 - Scarborough Southwest, 37 - Scarborough Centre, 38 - Scarborough Centre, 39 - Scarborough-Agincourt, 40 - Scarborough Agincourt, 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 43 - Scarborough East, 44 - Scarborough East
Summary
The Interim Chief Operating Officer and the Director of Public Affairs, Community Relations and Telecommunications, Rouge Valley Health System, to provide an update on the Rouge Valley Health System.
Background Information
SC4.3 - The Rotary Clubs in Scarborough Community
- Consideration Type:
- Presentation
- Time:
- 10:00 AM
- Wards:
- 35 - Scarborough Southwest, 36 - Scarborough Southwest, 37 - Scarborough Centre, 38 - Scarborough Centre, 39 - Scarborough-Agincourt, 40 - Scarborough Agincourt, 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 43 - Scarborough East, 44 - Scarborough East
Summary
Hardy Stevenson and Associates Limited representing the Rotary Clubs in Scarborough to present the final report on the 2014 Scarborough Community Renewal Campaign: Results and Recommendations.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75704.pdf
Appendix A - Scarborough Renewal Campaign Overview
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75706.pdf
Appendix B - Discussion Papers
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75708.pdf
Appendix C - Town Hall Meeting Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75709.pdf
Appendix D - Terms of Reference for a future Community Renewal Organization
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75705.pdf
SC4.4 - Business Improvement Area Boards of Management - 2015-2018 Appointments
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Wards:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Business Growth Services, Economic Development and Culture, recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Appoint the nominees listed below to the Board of Management for the Sheppard East Village Business Improvement Area for a term expiring at the end of the term of Council or as soon thereafter as successors are appointed:
Dr. Percy Chan
Paul Jone
Fil Delfuoco
Clement Fung
Ed Lukezic
Joseph Lobo
Perry Panagakos
Howard Weisberg
2. Confirm that under Council's Public Appointments Policy, these Board members are appointed at the pleasure of Community Council, and Community Council retains the right to replace any appointed member at any time and for any reason.
3. Direct that Schedule A of the Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas, be amended to reflect the change in the number of members required for quorum for the Sheppard East Village BIA Board of Management, as listed in Attachment 1 of the report (January 15, 2015) from the Director, Business Growth Services, Economic Development and Culture.
Summary
The purpose of this report is to recommend Scarborough Community Council appoint members to the Board of Management for the new term of Council for the Sheppard East Village Business Improvement Area (BIA) which falls within the Scarborough Community Council boundaries. The Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority to make final decisions regarding BIA appointments.
Financial Impact
There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75094.pdf
SC4.5 - Designation of Fire Routes and Amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 1076 Ellesmere Road, 385 Passmore Avenue, 1400 Neilson Road
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Wards:
- 37 - Scarborough Centre, 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Origin
Recommendations
Toronto Fire Services recommends that:
1. City Council designate part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Fire Chief in respect of the municipal addresses set out below, as fire routes pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880- Fire Routes ‑ 1076 Ellesmere Road, 385 Passmore Avenue, 1400 Neilson Road.
2. City Council authorize the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Summary
To obtain Council approval for the amendment of the Fire Route By-law to designate certain locations as fire routes within the meaning of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, as amended.
Fire Services uses designated fire routes as a key mechanism in regulating fire prevention, including the prevention of spreading of fires and the delivery of fire protection services.
Financial Impact
There are no financial implications associated with this report.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75003.pdf
Attachment 1 - Amendment of Chapter 880 - Fire Routes
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75004.pdf
SC4.6 - Request to Grant or Refuse the Application to Demolish a Residential Building at 164-168 Celeste Drive With No Building Permits Issued
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 43 - Scarborough East
Origin
Recommendations
Toronto Building, Scarborough District, recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approve the applications to demolish the subject residential buildings at 164-168 Celeste Drive with the following conditions:
a. that a construction fence be erected in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article III, if deemed appropriate by the Chief Building Official;
b. that all debris and rubble be removed immediately after demolition;
c. that sod or similar ground cover be laid on the sites and the sites be maintained free of garbage and weeds, in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 623‑5 and 629‑10, paragraph B;
d. that any holes on the properties are backfilled with clean fill;
e. that all privately and publicly owned trees, which are protected by the City of Toronto By-laws, be protected in accordance with the By-laws during the demolition process;
f. that the applicant for the demolition permits construct and substantially complete the new buildings to be erected on the sites of the residential properties where the houses are to be demolished not later than two years from the day demolition of the existing buildings have commenced; and
g. that on failure to complete the new buildings within the time specified in (f) above, the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector’s roll, to be collected in like manner as municipal taxes, the sum of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) for each dwelling unit contained in the residential properties in respect of which the demolition permits are issued and that such sum shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the lands in respect of which the permits to demolish the residential properties are issued.
Summary
This report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision.
In accordance with By-law No. 1009-2006, I refer the demolition permit applications for 164‑168 Celeste Drive to Scarborough Community Council to grant or refuse the applications, including any conditions, if any, to be attached to the permits.
Financial Impact
Future property tax revenues may be reduced due to a change in the properties' classification.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74773.pdf
Attachments 1-2 - Site Plan and Letter from applicant/owner - 164-168 Celeste Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74774.pdf
SC4.7 - Parking Regulations - Chine Drive
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 36 - Scarborough Southwest
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Direct staff to post the appropriate No Parking Anytime signs on both sides of Chine Drive from Kingston Road to the south end of Chine Drive to give effect to the regulation currently set out in Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950.
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to a request from Scarborough Community Council on options for parking on Chine Drive after completion of the roadway reconstruction.
It is recommended that the existing No Parking Anytime regulation on both sides of Chine Drive between Kingston Road and the south end of Chine Drive be retained, posted and enforced.
Financial Impact
The financial cost of installing the No Parking Anytime signage on both sides of Chine Drive is approximately $2,500.00. Funding for the signs has been requested in the Transportation Services 2015 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74770.pdf
Location Plan - Chine Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74771.pdf
Communications
(January 10, 2015) E-mail from Gloria Zamin and Gene Mascardelli (SC.Main.SC4.7.2)
(January 12, 2015) E-mail from Andrew Alexander (SC.Main.SC4.7.3)
(January 12, 2015) E-mail from Brent Bowman (SC.Main.SC4.7.4)
(January 12, 2015) E-mail from Jo-Ann Craigie (SC.Main.SC4.7.5)
(January 12, 2015) E-mail from Chris and Bob Daniels (SC.Main.SC4.7.6)
(January 14, 2015) E-mail from Ken and Christa Stamp (SC.Main.SC4.7.7)
(February 5, 2015) E-mail from Doug Sanderson (SC.New.SC4.7.8)
(February 6, 2015) E-mail from Alan Grogan (SC.New.SC4.7.9)
(February 11, 2015) E-mail from Steve Goldberger (SC.New.SC4.7.10)
(February 16, 2015) E-mail from Gloria Zamin and Gene Mascardelli (SC.New.SC4.7.11)
(February 17, 2015) E-mail from Karen and Rick Hyponen (SC.New.SC4.7.12)
(February 17, 2015) E-mail from Steve Goldberger (SC.New.SC4.7.13)
SC4.8 - No Standing Zone - Robinson Avenue
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 35 - Scarborough Southwest
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommend that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Prohibit standing at all times on the west side of Robinson Avenue from Newport Avenue to a point 22 metres south.
Summary
This report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to a request for No Standing regulations on the west side of Robinson Avenue just south of Newport Avenue to accommodate the loading and unloading of one Toronto Transit Commission Wheel Trans vehicle.
It is recommended that a No Standing Anytime zone be installed on the west side of Robinson Avenue from Newport Avenue to a point 22 metres south of Newport Avenue.
Financial Impact
The financial cost of installing the subject parking prohibition signs is approximately $200.00. Funding for the signs has been requested from the Transportation Services 2015 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75180.pdf
Location Plan - Robinson Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75181.pdf
SC4.9 - Compulsory Stop Signs - Briar Dale Boulevard Area
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 36 - Scarborough Southwest
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approve stop control for Rathmore Avenue at the intersection of Coalport Drive.
2. Approve stop control for Tilburn Place at the intersection of Coalport Drive.
3. Approve stop control for Parkview Heights at the intersection of Parkland Road.
4. Approve stop control for Winston Churchill Drive at the intersection of Ferncroft Drive.
5. Approve stop control for Ferncroft Drive at the intersection of Briar Dale Boulevard.
6. Approve stop control for Briar Dale Boulevard at the intersection of Woodland Park Road.
7. Approve stop control for Woodland Park Road at the intersection of Ferncroft Drive.
8. Approve stop control for Elmview Drive at the intersection of Briar Dale Boulevard.
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
During an operational review in the community north of Kinston Road, east of Victoria Park Avenue and west of Warden Avenue, Transportation Services staff identified eight uncontrolled three-way intersections within this area.
It is recommended that minor street stop signs be installed at the eight uncontrolled three-way intersections to provide stop sign uniformity, clearly define the right-of-way and to regulate traffic flow.
Financial Impact
The financial cost of installing the subject recommended stop controls and associated pavement markings is approximately $2,000.00. The funding for the sign has been requested in the Transportation Services 2015 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75076.pdf
Location Plan - Briar Dale Boulevard Area
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75077.pdf
SC4.10 - Compulsory Stop Signs - Fitzgibbon Avenue Area
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 37 - Scarborough Centre
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approve stop control for Romulus Drive at the intersection of Fitzgibbon Avenue (south intersection).
2. Approve stop control for Medina Crescent at the intersection of Fitzgibbon Avenue.
3. Approve stop control for Arnott Street at the intersection of Fitzgibbon Avenue.
4. Approve stop control for Arnott Street at the intersection of Medina Crescent.
5. Approve stop control for Medina Crescent at the intersection of Tara Avenue.
6. Approve stop control for Marengo Avenue at the intersection of Fitzgibbon Avenue.
7. Approve stop control for Marengo Avenue at the intersection of Lord Roberts Drive.
8. Approve stop control for Fitzgibbon Avenue at the intersection of Lord Roberts Drive (south intersection).
9. Approve stop control for Rutledge Avenue at the intersection of Khartoum Avenue.
10. Approve stop control for Rutledge Avenue at the intersection of Lord Roberts Drive.
11. Approve stop control for Maretta Avenue at the intersection of Rutledge Avenue.
12. Approve stop control for Maretta Avenue at the intersection of Khartoum Avenue.
13. Approve stop control for Khartoum Avenue at the intersection of Lord Roberts Drive.
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
During an operational review in the community west of Midland Avenue, east of the Scarborough RT line, north of Eglinton Avenue east and south of Lawrence Avenue east, Transportation Services staff identified thirteen uncontrolled three-way intersections within this area.
It is recommended that minor street stop signs be installed at the thirteen uncontrolled three-way intersections to provide stop sign uniformity, clearly define the right-of-way and to regulate traffic flow.
Financial Impact
The financial cost of installing the subject recommended stop controls and associated pavement markings is approximately $3,250.00. The funding for the sign has been requested in the Transportation Services 2015 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75174.pdf
Location Plan - Fitzgibbon Avenue Area
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75175.pdf
SC4.11 - No Stopping Zone - Borough Drive
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 38 - Scarborough Centre
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Prohibit stopping at all times on the north and west side of Borough Drive from Town Centre Court (southwest intersection) to a point 88 metres east.
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to a request from Councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker office to install more restrictive no stopping regulations on the north side of Borough Drive in the vicinity of the large condominium complex located at 180 Borough Drive. When vehicles are parked on the curve, southbound motorists' sight lines are compromised or completely obstructed when viewing the All-Way Stop Control at the intersection. By approving the No Stopping prohibitions in this area, curb lane to passing lane manoeuvres will be reduced and traffic flow will be enhanced.
Financial Impact
The financial cost of installing the recommended No Stopping Anytime prohibition on Borough Drive is approximately $1,000.00. The funding for this regulation has been requested in the Transportation Services 2015 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75182.pdf
Location Plan - Borough Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75183.pdf
SC4.12 - No Stopping Zone - Mountland Drive
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 38 - Scarborough Centre
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Prohibit stopping from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday from September 1 of one year to June 30 of the following year, inclusive, except public holidays, on both sides of Mountland Drive, from Brimorton Drive to a point 76 metres south.
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This staff report concerns the feasibility of installing temporal No Stopping regulations for weekday morning and afternoon peak periods on Mountland Drive, south of Brimorton Drive.
The proposed temporal No Stopping regulations on both sides of Mountland Drive, south of Brimorton Drive will maintain clear sightlines for motorists and pedestrians and enhance the flow of traffic.
Financial Impact
The financial cost of installing the No Stopping regulation signage is approximately $2,000.00. Funding for the signs has been requested in the Transportation Services 2015 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75184.pdf
Location Plan - Mountland Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75185.pdf
SC4.13 - No Parking Zone - Meadowacres Drive
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 40 - Scarborough Agincourt
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommend that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Prohibit parking at all times on the south and west side of Meadowacres Drive between Farmcrest Drive and Pharmacy Avenue.
Summary
This report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to a request for a No Parking zone on the south and west side of Meadowacres Drive between Farmcrest Drive and Pharmacy Avenue.
It is recommended that No Parking Anytime regulations be installed on the south and west side of Meadowacres Drive.
Financial Impact
The financial cost of installing the subject parking prohibition signs is approximately $900.00. Funding for the signs has been requested from the Transportation Services 2015 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75187.pdf
Location Plan - Meadowacres Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75188.pdf
SC4.14 - Overnight Parking Prohibitions - Alvin Curling Area
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Prohibit parking from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on both sides of Alvin Curling Crescent between Goldhawk Trail (north intersection) and Goldhawk Trail (south intersection).
2. Prohibit parking from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on both sides of Porcelain Terrace between Alvin Curling Crescent (north intersection) and Alvin Curling Crescent (south intersection).
3. Prohibit parking from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on both sides of Serenity Court between Alvin Curling Crescent and the southwest end of Serenity Court.
Summary
This staff report is about matters for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Following Scarborough Community Council direction, this Division has been requested to report on overnight parking prohibitions on Alvin Curling Crescent, Porcelain Terrace and Serenity Court.
Financial Impact
The financial cost of installing the subject recommended parking regulations is approximately $1,500.00. The funding for these signs has been requested in the Transportation Services 2015 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75176.pdf
Location Plan - Alvin Curling Area
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75177.pdf
SC4.15 - TTC Queue Jump Lane - Finch Avenue East, West of Markham Road
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Ward:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. City Council designate the southerly eastbound lane on Finch Avenue East, between a point 50 metres west of Markham Road and a point 460 metres further west, as a reserved lane for public transit vehicles (PTVs).
2. City Council designate the southerly eastbound lane on Finch Avenue East, between Markham Road and a point 50 metres west, for eastbound right turns only (buses excepted).
Summary
The purpose of this report is to seek authorization to install an eastbound transit queue jump lane for the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) on Finch Avenue East West of Markham Road. The TTC is seeking this reserved lane as a means to expedite their public transit vehicles (PTV) along this portion of Finch Avenue East.
Financial Impact
The financial cost for this PTV lane will be borne by the TTC, with the cost for the appropriate pavement markings and signage being approximately $15,000.00.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75178.pdf
Location Plan - Finch Avenue East, West of Markham Road
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75179.pdf
SC4.16 - Overnight Parking Prohibition - Shellamwood Trail
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Origin
Recommendations
Transportation Services recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Prohibit parking from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on both sides of Shellamwood Trail (north-south leg) between Chartland Boulevard South and the south intersection of Shellamwood Trail (east-west leg).
Summary
This staff report is about matters for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Following Scarborough Community Council direction, this Division has been requested to report on the potential for an overnight parking prohibition on Shellamwood Trail.
Financial Impact
The financial cost of installing the subject recommended parking regulations is approximately $500.00. The funding for these signs has been requested in the Transportation Services 2015 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75078.pdf
Location Plan - Shellamwood Trail
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75079.pdf
SC4.17 - Residential On-street Permit Parking in Ward 42
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Ward:
- 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Recommendations
Councillor Cho recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Request the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District, to report to the April 14, 2015 meeting of Scarborough Community Council on the feasibility of residential on-street permit parking in Ward 42.
Summary
This item was withdrawn.
SC4.18 - 35 and 45 Danforth Road - Zoning Amendment Application - Preliminary Report
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Ward:
- 35 - Scarborough Southwest
Origin
Recommendations
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 35 and 45 Danforth Road together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations of the Planning Act.
Summary
This application proposes a zoning by-law amendment to permit 116, three and a half storey stacked townhouses configured in four separate buildings at 35 and 45 Danforth Road. Vehicular access is proposed from Danforth Road and a total of 142 resident and visitor parking spaces are proposed in an underground parking garage and at grade.
This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.
A final report will be prepared and a public meeting will be scheduled once all identified issues have been satisfactorily resolved and all required information is provided.
Financial Impact
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75330.pdf
SC4.19 - 2301 Brimley Road, 2329-2361 Brimley Road, 0 Commander Boulevard, and 175 Commander Boulevard - Zoning Amendment Application - Preliminary Report
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Ward:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Origin
Recommendations
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 2301 Brimley Road 2329-2361 Brimley Road, 0 Commander Boulevard and 175 Commander Boulevard together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations of the Planning Act.
Summary
This application proposes to introduce several new commercial uses to the existing Chartwell Shopping Centre, a shopping plaza within the Neighbourhood Commercial (NC), zone at 2301 Brimley Road, 2329-2361 Brimley Road, 0 Commander Boulevard and 175 Commander Boulevard.
This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.
The application should proceed through the normal planning review process including the scheduling of a community consultation meeting. A final report will be prepared and public meeting scheduled once all required information is provided by the applicant and issues raised during the review are addressed in a satisfactory manner.
Financial Impact
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75327.pdf
SC4.20 - 3615 McNicoll Avenue - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Amendment - Final Report
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Time:
- 1:30 PM
- Ward:
- 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
Recommendations
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 3615 McNicoll Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment No. 9 to report dated January 30, 2015.
2. City Council amend Zoning By-law 24982 for the lands at 3615 McNicoll Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 10 to report dated January 30, 2015.
3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Summary
This Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning application proposes a 186 square metre vehicle fuel station with convenience store, a 280 square metre eating establishment with a drive-through facility, a two storey 2,250 square metre office building with ground floor retail, and two industrial buildings (1,338 square metres and 1,248 square metres respectively) at 3615 McNicoll Avenue.
The development consists of a mixture of commercial, office and industrial uses on a vacant site on a major arterial road. The proposal achieves a number of city goals and objectives. The development will add vitality to corner of Markham Road and McNicoll, providing employment opportunities and small scale service and retail opportunities for the local employment area on a major road.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.
Financial Impact
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75307.pdf
Notice of Public Meeting - 3615 McNicoll Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75308.pdf
Communications
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/comm/communicationfile-50854.pdf
(February 2, 2015) E-mail from Walter H. Watt, Property Administrator, Trans-Northern (SC.Main.SC4.20.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/comm/communicationfile-50910.pdf
SC4.21 - 85 Keeler Boulevard - Zoning Amendment and Subdivision Applications - Final Report
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Time:
- 1:30 PM
- Ward:
- 43 - Scarborough East
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
Recommendations
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Morningside Community Zoning By-law No. 11883, as amended, for the lands at 85 Keeler Boulevard substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 7 to the report dated January 27, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District.
2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law No. 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 85 Keeler Boulevard substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 6 to the report dated January 27, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District.
3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendments as may be required.
4. In accordance with the delegated approval under by-law 229-2000, as amended, City Council be advised that the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning intends to approve the draft plan of subdivision as generally illustrated on Attachment 8 to the report dated January 27, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District, subject to:
a. the conditions as generally listed in Attachment 8 to the report dated January 27, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District, which except as otherwise noted must be fulfilled prior final approval and the release of the plan of subdivision for registration; and
b. any such revisions to the proposed subdivision plan or any such additional modified conditions as the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning may deem to be appropriate to address matters arising from the on-going technical review of this development.
Summary
These applications propose a 51-unit residential subdivision comprised of 25 detached residential lots and 13 lots for a total of 26 semi-detached dwellings and a new 18.5 metre (60.7 foot) wide public street on a former school site at 85 Keeler Boulevard.
This proposal represents the residential infill and redevelopment of an underutilized, former public school site for detached dwellings. The proposed new public street and lot orientation will continue the pattern of development that currently exists throughout this neighbourhood. The proposal conforms to the Provincial Policy Statement, the Growth Plan and the Official Plan. The proposed rezoning and draft plan of subdivision are considered appropriate for the use and development of the lands.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law and advises that the Chief Planner may approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision.
Financial Impact
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75334.pdf
Notice of Public Meeting - 85 Keeler Boulevard
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75335.pdf
SC4.22 - 0 Clemes Drive - Zoning Amendment Application - Final Report
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Time:
- 1:30 PM
- Ward:
- 44 - Scarborough East
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
Recommendations
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Centennial Community Zoning By-law No. 12077, as amended, for the lands at 0 Clemes Drive substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 6 to report dated January 29, 2015 from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District.
2. City Council amend City-wide Zoning By-law No. 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 0 Clemes Drive substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 7 to report dated January 29, 2015 from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District.
3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Summary
This application proposes to rezone the lands at 0 Clemes Drive (the "Site") to permit the construction of seven detached dwellings. The ravine portion of the Site will be conveyed to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, and re-zoned Major Open Spaces (O) Zone in the Centennial Community Zoning By-law No. 12077, as amended, and Open Space – Natural (ON) Zone in the City-wide Zoning By-law No. 569-2013, as amended.
The proposal conforms to the City's Official Plan and the Provincial Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, and is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement. The proposed number of detached dwellings, along with their height, lot coverage, floor area and setbacks represent an appropriate and compatible form of infill development that will fit naturally into the surrounding neighbourhood. The rezoning of the ravine portion of the Site, which forms part of the Natural Heritage System, the Ravine By-law Protected area, and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's Fill Regulated Area is appropriate for the future protection of the lands, and meets several important objectives of the land use, Green Space System and natural heritage system policies.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.
Financial Impact
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75339.pdf
Notice of Public Meeting - 0 Clemes Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75340.pdf
SC4.23 - Events of Municipal Significance for Liquor Licensing Purposes
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Ward:
- 37 - Scarborough Centre
Origin
Recommendations
It is recommended that:
1. Scarborough Community Council endorse the twelfth annual Taste of Lawrence Festival, on Lawrence Avenue East between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road, from July 3 to July 5, 2015 inclusive, and declare it to be an event of municipal and/or community significance.
2. City Council advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has no objection, for liquor licensing purposes, to the following restaurants temporarily extending their patios during the Taste of Lawrence Festival on Friday, July 3, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight; on Saturday, July 4, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight; and on Sunday, July 5, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.:
Winner's Bar & Grill – 2181 Lawrence Avenue East
Diana's Oyster Bar & Grill – 2105 Lawrence Avenue East
The Wexford Restaurant – 2072 Lawrence Avenue East
The Loaded Dog – 1921 Lawrence Avenue East
noting that applicants are required to comply with other applicable by-laws and to obtain the necessary permits for any patio areas extending into the City's right of way.
Summary
Seeking Community Council's endorsement of an event for liquor licensing purposes.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-76670.pdf
23a - Events of Municipal Significance for Liquor Licensing Purposes
Origin
Recommendations
It is recommended that:
1. Scarborough Community Council endorse the Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto 2015, and declare it to be an event of municipal significance for liquor licensing purposes.
2. City Council, for liquor licensing purposes, advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, that it has no objection to granting a liquor license to the following Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto 2015 event:
Organization of Calypso Performing Artiste
Saturday, July 25, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
PC HO Cultural Centre - 5183 Sheppard Avenue East, Scarborough District, Ontario
Summary
Seeking Community Council's endorsement of an event for liquor licensing purposes.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-76704.pdf
SC4.24 - Request for Report on Possible Winter Parking Prohibition in Scarborough
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
Origin
Summary
Requesting the Director of Transportation Services, Scarborough District to report on the feasibility of the prohibition of parking on streets in Scarborough on snow fall and snow removal days.
SC4.25 - Enactment of By-laws
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
Summary
Introduction and consideration of Bills for Enactment as By-laws.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-76763.htm