City Council

Meeting No.:
36
Contact:
Marilyn Toft, Manager
Meeting Date:
Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Phone:
416-392-7032
Start Time:
9:30 AM
E-mail:
clerk@toronto.ca
Location:
Council Chamber, City Hall

The Agenda and related materials for this meeting are enclosed.  The details of the meeting are noted at the top of the Agenda.

 

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The City collects this information to enable it to make informed decisions on the relevant issue(s). If you are submitting letters, faxes, e-mails, presentations or other communications to the City, you should be aware that your name and the fact that you communicated with the City will become part of the public record and will appear on the City’s website. The City will also make your communication and any personal information in it – such as your postal address, telephone number or e-mail address – available to the public, unless you expressly request the City to remove it.

 

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June 6, 2013


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Routine Matters - Meeting 36

RM36.1 - Call to Order

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Summary

• O Canada

• Moment of Silence

• Declarations of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act

Background Information

Condolence Motion for Joan Campbell
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59676.pdf
Condolence Motion for Paul Cellucci
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59661.pdf
Condolence Motion for Murray Frum
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59662.pdf
Condolence Motion for Donna Lynn McCallum
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59677.pdf
Condolence Motion for Dr. Henry Morgentaler
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59663.pdf
Condolence Motion for Philip White
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59664.pdf
Condolence Motion for Irene "Iryna" Wrzesnewskyj
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59678.pdf

RM36.2 - Confirmation of Minutes

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Summary

City Council will confirm the Minutes from the regular meeting held on May 7, 8, 9 and 10, 2013 and from the special meeting held on May 21, 2013.

RM36.3 - Introduction of Committee Reports

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Summary

Deferred Committee Items:

                         Public Works and Infrastructure Committee Item PW22.9

                         North York Community Council Item NY23.32

 

Report of the Executive Committee from Meeting 32 on May 28, 2013

                          Submitted by Mayor Rob Ford, Chair

 

Report of the Audit Committee from Meeting 11 on May 29, 2013

Submitted by Deputy Mayor Doug Holyday, Chair

 

Report of the Community Development and Recreation Committee from Meeting 21 on May 23, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Jaye Robinson, Chair

 

Report of the Economic Development Committee from Meeting 22 on May 22, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Michael Thompson, Chair

 

Report of the Government Management Committee from Meeting 22 on May 13, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair

 

Report of the Licensing and Standards Committee from Meeting 21 on May 27, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Cesar Palacio, Chair

 

Report of the Planning and Growth Management Committee from Meeting 24 on May 16, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Peter Milczyn, Chair

 

Report of the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee from Meeting 23 on May 15, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Denzil Minnan-Wong, Chair

 

Report of the Etobicoke York Community Council from Meeting 24 on May 14, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Vincent Crisanti, Chair

 

Report of the North York Community Council from Meeting 24 on May 14, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Maria Augimeri, Chair

 

Report of the Scarborough Community Council from Meeting 24 on May 14, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Michelle Berardinetti, Chair

 

Report of the Toronto and East York Council from Meeting 24 on May 14, 2013

Submitted by Councillor Paula Fletcher, Chair

 

New Business submitted by the Mayor and City Officials

RM36.4 - Petitions

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Summary

Members of Council may file petitions.

RM36.5 - Presentations, Introductions and Announcements

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Summary

Various presentations and announcements will be made at the City Council meeting.

RM36.6 - Review of the Order Paper

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Summary

City Council will review the Order Paper.

Background Information

June 11, 2013 Order Paper
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59489.pdf
June 12, 2013 Order Paper
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59490.pdf
June 13, 2013 Order Paper
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/rm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59608.pdf

Administrative Inquiry - Meeting 36

IA36.1 - Direct, Indirect and Opportunity Costs Associated with the Casino File

Consideration Type:
Information
Wards:
All
Attention
The City Manager has submitted an Answer on this Item (IA36.1a)

Under Council's Procedures, City Council can receive or refer an Administrative Inquiry, without debate.

Summary

Councillor Mary Fragedakis has submitted the following Administrative Inquiry:

 

I am submitting this Administrative Inquiry (under Municipal Code S27-61) to obtain information related to the direct, indirect and opportunity costs associated with the casino file. I am requesting a response from you to the following:

 

1.         An itemized accounting of all the City of Toronto staff time and other expenses, including out of pocket expenses, involved in the negotiations, public consultations, researching, reporting and any other aspect of the Ontario and Lottery Gaming Corporation's proposed expansion of gaming in Toronto.

 

2.         An itemized accounting of any consultants' time and other expenses, including out of pocket expenses, engaged in the negotiations, public consultations, researching, reporting and any other aspect of the Ontario and Lottery Gaming Corporation's proposed expansion of gaming in Toronto.

 

3.         An analysis of what other City of Toronto projects were delayed and by how long in order for the City of Toronto to consider the Ontario and Lottery Gaming Corporation's proposed expansion of gaming in Toronto.

Background Information

(May 27, 2013) Administrative Inquiry from Councillor Mary Fragedakis, Toronto-Danforth, Ward 29, regarding Direct, Indirect and Opportunity Costs Associated with the Casino File (IA36.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ia/bgrd/backgroundfile-59192.pdf
(June 4, 2013) Answer to Administrative Inquiry from the City Manager (IA36.1a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ia/bgrd/backgroundfile-59431.pdf

Deferred Items - Meeting 36

PW22.9 - Toronto Street Furniture Program - Year 5 Status Update and Agreement Modifications

(Deferred by City Council from May 7, 2013 - 2013.PW22.9)
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Communications PW22.9.5 and PW22.9.6 have been submitted on this Item

Will be considered as the 4th item on Thursday June 13

Committee Recommendations

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, and the City Solicitor to amend Section 10.7 of the Street Furniture Agreement with Astral Media to permit Creative Advertising enhancements on transit shelters, subject to guidelines set out in Appendix H of the report (March 21, 2013) from the General Manager, Transportation Services.

 

2.         City Council approve electronic, static copy on transit shelters in the Street Furniture Agreement, subject to any further standards to be developed in conjunction with the review of third party signage containing electronic copy forthcoming in September 2013.

 

3.         City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to ensure that the City's share of 8.5 percent of free advertising is distributed throughout the digital ads in an equitable manner across all media elements.

 

4.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to work directly with the provincial lead for the Ontario Seniors Strategy to ensure that City benches have the appropriate arm rests and meet the best possible design standards that support various mobility needs.

 

5.         City Council request the Director, Public Realm Office, and Astral Media to consult with the Toronto Seniors Forum prior to implementing changes to the design.

 

6.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to report back to the October 21, 2013 Public Works and Infrastructure Committee meeting with any proposed changes to the contract arising from the discussions set out in Recommendation 1 in the report (March 21, 2013) from the General Manager, Transportation Services. 

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, to report to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee on improved guidelines with regard to the placement of street furniture in the Heritage Conservation Districts and in front of designated properties as part of the request to change the modes of advertising.

Origin

(March 21, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Transportation Services

Summary

The purpose of this report is to provide the annual update on implementation of the City's Coordinated Street Furniture Program including revenues, inventory and completion rates by street furniture element, installation locations, complaints and response times and maintenance compliance issues. 

 

The Year 5 report also describes Astral Media's inability to locate its full complement of InfoPillars on City streets, subject to the new set of guidelines and consultation process endorsed by City Council at its meeting of July 12, 13 and 14, 2012.  Due to the new protocol, Astral Media will be likely unable to locate more than 85 InfoPillars out of the total 120 directed by the contract, resulting in the loss of anticipated advertising revenue.  The report also discusses the inability of Astral Media to light many of their transit shelters due to ongoing issues with Toronto Hydro related to street light connections.

 

As directed by City Council, the report provides an update on the practice of "creative advertising" that is not specifically addressed in the Street Furniture Agreement.  Research shows that this is an international practice, and the report recommends officially approving creative advertising enhancements on transit shelters, subject to guidelines which set out requirements for public safety and accessibility.

 

The report also supports the request from Astral Media for permission to amend the Street Furniture Agreement to use static electronic copy (digital technology) on its transit shelters.  Any required standards to direct the location and operations of the advertising will be brought forward in September 2013 in a Council directed report from Toronto Building, in conjunction with Transportation Services, and in consultation with City Planning, on the impact of third party signs containing static electronic copy.

Background Information (Committee)

(March 21, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Transportation Services, on Toronto Street Furniture Program -Year 5 Status Update and Agreement Modifications
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-57066.pdf
(March 21, 2013) Appendix A - Street Furniture Revenue Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-57067.pdf
(March 21, 2013) Appendix B - 2012 Street Furniture Installation Progress Review
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-57068.pdf
(March 21, 2013) Appendix C - Year 5 Street Furniture Installations/Total Year 1-5 Installations by Ward
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-57069.pdf
(March 21, 2013) Appendix D - Amended Schedule H - Street Furniture Roll-out Schedule
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-57070.pdf
(March 21, 2013) Appendix E - New Model Litter Bin for Narrow Streets and Dero Bike Rack
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-57071.pdf
(March 21, 2013) Appendix F - Street Furniture Maintenance Review
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-57072.pdf
(March 21, 2013) Appendix G - Examples of Creative Advertising Campaigns in Toronto
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-57073.pdf
(March 21, 2013) Appendix H - Guidelines for Special Creative Advertising Proposals
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-57074.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

Report Item PW22.9 deferred at City Council on May 7, 8, 9 and 10, 2013
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59113.pdf

Speakers

Gord Brown
Lance Martin, Partner and Executive Creative Director, Union Advertising
Ron Hutchinson, Senior Vice President, Real Estate, Ontario, Astral Out-of-Home
Councillor Adam Vaughan
Councillor Paula Fletcher

Communications (Committee)

(April 2, 2013) E-mail from Lee Richmond (PW.New.PW22.9.1)
(April 6, 2013) E-mail from Patrick Dinnen (PW.New.PW22.9.2)
(April 8, 2013) Submission from Gord Brown (PW.New.PW22.9.3)
(April 8, 2013) Letter from Councillor Josh Matlow, Ward 22 - St. Paul's (PW.New.PW22.9.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/comm/communicationfile-35734.pdf

Communications (City Council)

(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Michael Black (CC.New.PW22.9.5)
(June 13, 2013) Submission from Councillor Janet Davis, forwarding various communications on the Toronto Street Furniture Program (CC.New.PW22.9.6)

NY23.32 - Final Report - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - 243-255 Consumers Road

(Deferred by City Council from May 7, 2013 - 2013.NY23.32)
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
33 - Don Valley East
Attention
Will be considered after Member Motions on Wednesday June 12

Bill 846 has been submitted on this Item.

Public Notice Given

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

North York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend the former City of North York Zoning By-law 7625, for the lands at 243-255 Consumers Road substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 6 to the report (March 13, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the applicant to obtain a Notice of Approval Conditions to the satisfaction of the Director, Community Planning, North York District and the City Solicitor.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

North York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 9, 2013 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

Origin

(March 13, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, North York District

Summary

This application proposes to amend the Zoning By-law to permit a 6-storey Audi motor vehicle dealership on a site located on the westerly portion of 243-255 Consumers Road adjacent to the Highway 401 and Highway 404 interchange. Parking will be provided on site in a combination surface parking outdoors and within the building. Some parking spaces will be provided as tandem parking spaces or by parking stackers.

 

The proposed development conforms to the City's Official Plan, is in conformity with the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

Background Information (Community Council)

(March 13, 2013) Final Report and Attachments 1-6 from the Director, Community Planning, North York District on Zoning By-law Amendment Application for 243-255 Consumers Road
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-56975.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

Report Item NY23.32 deferred at City Council on May 7, 8, 9 and 10, 2013
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59094.pdf

Speakers

Jim McFarlane, Vice President, Total Credit Recovery Ltd.

Communications (Community Council)

(April 9, 2013) E-mail from Jim McFarlane, Vice President, Total Credit Recovery Limited (NY.New.NY23.32.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/comm/communicationfile-35802.pdf

Executive Committee - Meeting 32

EX32.1 - Amendments to City of Toronto Anti-Discrimination Policies

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Communications EX32.1.59 to EX32.1.61 have been submitted on this Item

Confidential Attachment - Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council adopt the revised Declaration of Compliance with Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Legislation and City Policy (the template for Divisional use is attached as Appendix A to the report (April 9, 2013) from the City Manager).

 

2.         City Council adopt the amended Human Rights and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policy (Appendix B to the report (April 9, 2013) from the City Manager).

 

3.         City Council adopt the amended Hate Activity Policy (Appendix C to the report (April 9, 2013) from the City Manager).

 

4.         City Council request City agencies and corporations to:

 

a.         review and amend their Human Rights and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination and Hate Activity Policies to reflect the purpose and principles of the City's Policies as appropriate to their organizations, and/or adopt such policies;

 

b.         post such policies so that they are easily accessible to employees and service recipients pursuant to their obligations under applicable legislation by the fall of 2013.

 

5.         City Council receive the report (April 8, 2013) from the City Solicitor for information.

 

6.         City Council direct that the confidential information in Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2013) from the City Solicitor shall remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to litigation or potential litigation affecting the City of Toronto.

 

7.         City Council approve the revised City of Toronto Community Grants Policy as presented in Appendix A to the report (April 9, 2013) from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration.

 

8.         City Council direct the Director, Equity, Diversity and Human Rights and the Executive Director, Social Development Finance and Administration to research and propose a City of Toronto protocol to facilitate resolution of competing interests conflicts.

 

9.         City Council direct that the Toronto anti-discrimination policy include a provision that requires an organization that receives either direct or indirect cultural funding from the City to not permit any hate speech or discriminatory behaviour or messaging that is contrary to the City's Policy, in which case the direct funding is to be returned to the City or refused by the City.

 

10.       City Council endorse the principle in the report (April 9, 2013) from the City Manager, that "Pride and all groups with competing interests ensure that they are complying with the Ontario Human Rights Code, not contravening hate provisions of the Criminal Code and that all sides are demonstrating mutual respect for the dignity and worth of all involved."

 

11.       City Council request an automatic review of the City of Toronto anti-discrimination policy at least one time each Council term.

 

12.       City Council direct that use of the Major Cultural funding for the Pride Festival be limited to support for cultural elements of the festival including the performance stages and not be used to support the Pride Parade.

 

13.       City Council direct that events which are funded by the City of Toronto, and/or take place on City of Toronto property, are in accordance with the objectives of the City of Toronto of promoting respect, tolerance and diversity, and do not support partisan political activity as identified in section 5.1.6 of the amended Grants Policy, and that the grants guidelines and use of space guidelines are consistent with the amended Grants policy.

 

14.       City Council request the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration to research and propose a City of Toronto protocol to facilitate resolution of competing interest conflicts.

Origin

(April 9, 2013) Report from the City Manager

Summary

This report clarifies the City's process for dealing with discrimination complaints related to City services that are directly delivered and those that are contracted/delivered by third parties. 

 

The report responds to the September 2012 Executive Committee motions to report on amendments to the City's anti-discrimination policies and to revise the Declaration of Compliance. The Hate Activity and Human Rights and Anti-Harassment /Discrimination Policies have been amended to include new Code grounds; evolving legislated obligations; clarification of requirements regarding third party providers of City services and provisions to ensure that events funded by the City and/or that take place on City property comply with City anti-discrimination expectations while promoting respect, tolerance and diversity.  The Hate Activity and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policies both include language in response to the request by the Executive Committee: "the City condemns harassment, denigration, discriminatory actions and promotion of hatred."  Amended procedures will be implemented to ensure consistent handling of hate activity and harassment/discrimination complaints. The City Solicitor has submitted a separate report commenting on the original policy wording as requested by Executive Committee. 

 

All third-party organizations/individuals that engage in a contract relationship with the City (e.g. permit holders, grant recipients, contractors) are required to sign a Declaration of Compliance with Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Legislation and City Policy.  The Declaration reflects anti-discrimination obligations contained in legislation and City Policy that the City expects third party service providers to uphold.  The Declaration now includes the grounds of "level of literacy" and "political affiliation" as the two grounds that go beyond the Ontario Human Rights Code but are included in City policies. All City legal agreements to which the Declaration applies, will include provisions that stipulate that discrimination complaints must be resolved to the satisfaction of the operating division and the City Solicitor or the contract may be terminated.  

 

While the report addresses the obligations of grant recipients to abide by the City's anti-discrimination expectations or be subjected to consequences for non-compliance, the motions regarding amendments to the City's Grants Policy and funding conditions are being addressed in a separate report by Social Development, Finance and Administration Division.

 

To ensure a consistent equity approach, the City's Agencies and Corporations are requested to review and amend their Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policies to reflect the purpose and principles of the City's Policies as appropriate to their organizations, and/or adopt such policies.

 

The policy amendments will continue to advance the City's equity commitments while minimizing financial risk resulting from provincial complaints tribunals.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 9, 2013) Report from the City Manager on Amendments to City of Toronto Anti-Discrimination Policies
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58132.pdf
Appendix A - Declaration of Compliance with Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Legislation and City Policy
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58133.pdf
Appendix B - Human Rights and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policy
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58134.pdf
Appendix C - Hate Activity Policy
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58135.pdf
Appendix D - Equity, Diversity and Human Rights Legislative and Policy Framework
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58136.pdf
Appendix E - Discrimination Complaints Handling Framework
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58137.pdf

Speakers

(April 23, 2013) Debbie Douglas, Executive Director, Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants (OCASI)
(April 23, 2013) Ceta Ramkhalawansingh
(April 23, 2013) Nick Mule, Chairperson, Queer Ontario
(April 23, 2013) Joan A. MacNeil, Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East - Toronto
(April 23, 2013) Lester Brown (Submission Filed)
(April 23, 2013) Anita Block
(April 23, 2013) Gene Tishauer
(April 23, 2013) Don Schmidt (Submission Filed)
(April 23, 2013) Sara Traub
(April 23, 2013) Anita Bromberg, National Director, Legal Affairs, B'nai Brith Canada
(April 23, 2013) Nigel Barriffe, Urban Alliance on Race Relations (UARR) (Submission Filed)
(April 23, 2013) Sue Goldstein, International Jewish Anti-Zionist Network (IJAN)
(April 23, 2013) Elle Flanders
(April 23, 2013) Stephen Adler, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs
(April 23, 2013) Howard English, Senior Up, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs
(April 23, 2013) Joan Anderson, Toronto HIV/Aids Network
(April 23, 2013) Christian Hui, Steering Committee Member, Toronto HIV/AIDS Network
(April 23, 2013) Tony Souza, Queers Against Israeli Apartheid (Submission Filed)
(April 23, 2013) Elizabeth Block, Independent Jewish Voices
(April 23, 2013) Hamish Wilson
(April 23, 2013) Sriram Ananth, Member, Labour for Palestine
(April 23, 2013) Susan Gapka, Trans Lobby Group
(April 23, 2013) Suzanne Weiss
(April 23, 2013) Francisco Alvarez, Co-Chair, Pride Toronto
(April 23, 2013) Sean Hillier, Co-Chair, Pride Toronto
(May 28, 2013) Carol Rawson
(May 28, 2013) Martin Gladstone
(May 28, 2013) David Nitkin
(May 28, 2013) Sam Eskenasi, Communication Officer, B'nai Brith Canada (Submission Filed)
(May 28, 2013) Shirley Anne Haber, President, The Speakers Action Group
(May 28, 2013) Dr. Joel Goldman
(May 28, 2013) Ted Schmidt (Submission Filed)
(May 28, 2013) Dr. Paul Druzin
(May 28, 2013) Lester Brown (Submission Filed)
(May 28, 2013) Richard Klagsbrun
(May 28, 2013) Stacey Starkman, Comminications Manager, Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Centre (Submission Filed)
(May 28, 2013) Joan MacNeil, Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East
(May 28, 2013) Arthur Arbour, Christian Peacemaker Teams
(May 28, 2013) Kelly Baumgartner
(May 28, 2013) Hina Thompson
(May 28, 2013) Sherman Hesselgrave
(May 28, 2013) Stephen Adler, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs
(May 28, 2013) Sue Goldstein, International Jewish Anti-Zionist Network (IJAN), Toronto
(May 28, 2013) Howard Davidson
(May 28, 2013) Hamish Wilson (Submission Filed)
(May 28, 2013) Paul Ross, Today's CLIC (Submission Filed)
(May 28, 2013) Niko Block, Queers Against Israeli Apartheid
(May 28, 2013) Hassan Maalbaki
(May 28, 2013) Gene Tishauer (Submission Filed)
(May 28, 2013) Tim McCaskell, Queers Against Israeli Apartheid
(May 28, 2013) Art Young
(May 28, 2013) E.V. Raymer, Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East
(May 28, 2013) Francisco Alvarez, Co-chair, Pride Toronto
(May 28, 2013) Kevin Beaulieu, Executive Director, Pride Toronto
(May 28, 2013) Vivienne Ziner
(May 28, 2013) Suzanne Weiss
(May 28, 2013) Senior Rabbi Baruch Frydman-Kohl, President, Toronto Board of Rabbi, Anne and Max Tanenbaum Rabbinic Chair Beth Tzedec Congregation (Submission Filed)
(May 28, 2013) Susan Gapka
(May 28, 2013) Linda Meissenheimer
(May 28, 2013) Leo Adler
(May 28, 2013) Anita Block
(May 28, 2013) Councillor Janet Davis
(May 28, 2013) Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam

Communications (Committee)

(February 19, 2013) E-mail from Nathalie Des Rosiers, General Counsel, Canadian Civil Liberties Association (EX.Main.EX32.1.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36881.pdf
(April 3, 2013) Letter from Charles Foran, President, PEN Canada (EX.Main.EX32.1.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36882.pdf
(April 6, 2013) E-mail from John Greyson (EX.Main.EX32.1.3)
(October 26, 2012) Letter from May Lui, Interim Executive Director, on behalf of Chinese Canadian National Council Toronto Chapter (EX.Main.EX32.1.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36884.pdf
(April 15, 2013) E-mail from Suzanne Weiss (EX.Main.EX32.1.5)
(April 12, 2013) Letter from Tamara Sabarini, Toronto Palestine Film Festival Organizing Committee (EX.Main.EX32.1.6)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36886.pdf
(April 18, 2013) E-mail from Ceta Ramkhalawansingh (EX.Main.EX32.1.7)
(April 19, 2013) Letter from Indu Vashist, Executive Director, South Asian Arts Centre (EX.Main.EX32.1.8)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36869.pdf
(April 19, 2013) E-mail from Elizabeth Block, Independent Jewish Voices (EX.Main.EX32.1.9)
(April 21, 2013) E-mail from Sriram Ananth, llian Burbanom, Katherine Nastowski, Ted Turner, Cynthia Wright, Members of Labour for Palestine-Toronto (EX.Main.EX32.1.10)
(April 21, 2013) E-mail from Dania Majid, Arab Canadian Lawyers Association (EX.Main.EX32.1.11)
(April 22, 2013) E-mail from Monira Kitmitto, Palestine House (EX.Main.EX32.1.12)
(April 20, 2013) Letter from Prabha Khosla, Toronto Women's City Alliance (EX.Main.EX32.1.13)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36874.pdf
(April 22, 2013) E-mail from Sue Goldstein and Naomi Binder, International Jewish Anti-Zionist Network (EX.Main.EX32.1.14)
(April 22, 2013) Letter from Joe Clark (EX.Main.EX32.1.15)
(April 22, 2013) E-mail from Art Young, Palestine House (EX.Main.EX32.1.16)
(April 22, 2013) E-mail from Deborah Mandell, Women in Solidarity with Palestine (EX.Main.EX32.1.17)
(April 22, 2013) E-mail from Wangui Kimari, York University Graduate Students (EX.Main.EX32.1.18)
(April 22, 2013) E-mail from James Campbell on behalf of Educators for Peace and Justice (EX.Main.EX32.1.19)
(April 23, 2013) Letter from J.A. MacNeil, Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East (EX.Main.EX32.1.20)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36865.pdf
(April 22, 2013) E-mail from Gary Pieters, Urban Alliance on Race Relations (EX.Main.EX32.1.21)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36866.pdf
(April 22, 2013) Letter from John Campey, Executive Director, Social Planning Toronto (EX.Main.EX32.1.22)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36867.pdf
(April 22, 2013) Letter from Henry Lowi on behalf of the Toronto Board of Directors of the United Jewish People's Order (EX.Main.EX32.1.23)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/comm/communicationfile-36863.pdf
(April 23, 2013) E-mail from Nahed Mansour (EX.Main.EX32.1.24)
(April 23, 2013) Submission from Don Schmidt (EX.Main.EX32.1.25)
(April 23, 2013) Submission from Tony Souza (EX.Main.EX32.1.26)
(April 23, 2013) Submission from Lester Brown (EX.Main.EX32.1.27)
(April 23, 2013) Submission from Nigel Barriffe (EX.Main.EX32.1.28)
(May 3, 2013) E-mail from Hamish Wilson (EX.Main.EX32.1.29)
(May 21, 2013) E-mail from Anita Block (EX.Main.EX32.1.30)
(May 21, 2013) E-mail from Sheryl Nestel (EX.Main.EX32.1.31)
(May 21, 2013) E-mail from Bernard and Gilda Katz (EX.Supp.EX32.1.32)
(May 22, 2013) E-mail from Joanna Reynolds (EX.Supp.EX32.1.33)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Tony Souza (EX.Supp.EX32.1.34)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Smadar Carmon (EX.Supp.EX32.1.35)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Sheila Sullivan (EX.Supp.EX32.1.36)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Greg Bird (EX.Supp.EX32.1.37)
(May 24, 2013) E-mail from Dianne Moore (EX.Supp.EX32.1.38)
(May 24, 2013) E-mail from Gary Kinsman (EX.Supp.EX32.1.39)
(May 24, 2013) E-mail from Robert Fung (EX.Supp.EX32.1.40)
(May 24, 2013) E-mail from Molly Kraft (EX.Supp.EX32.1.41)
(May 25, 2013) E-mail from Jackson Davidow (EX.Supp.EX32.1.42)
(May 26, 2013) E-mail from Suzanne Weiss (EX.Supp.EX32.1.43)
(May 27, 2013) E-mail from Alisa Gayle (EX.Supp.EX32.1.44)
(May 27, 2013) E-mail from Lisa Clarke, on behalf of Leo Adler (EX.New.EX32.1.45)
(May 28, 2013) E-mail from Sue Goldstein (EX.New.EX32.1.46)
(May 28, 2013) Submission from Ted Schmidt (EX.New.EX32.1.47)
(May 28, 2013) Letter from Tiphaera Ziner-Cohen, submitted by David Nitkin (EX.New.Ex32.1.48)
(May 28, 2013) Submission from Lester Brown (EX.New.EX32.1.49)
(May 28, 2013) Submission from Stacey Starkman (EX.New.EX32.1.50)
(May 28, 2013) Submission from Sam Eskanasi (EX.New.EX32.1.51)
(May 28, 2013) Submission from Hamish Wilson (EX.New.EX32.1.52)
(May 28, 2013) Submission from Paul Ross (EX.New.EX32.1.53)
(May 28, 2013) Submission from Gene Tishauer (EX.New.EX32.1.54)
(May 28, 2013) Submission from Rabbi Baruch Frydman-Kohl (EX.New.EX32.1.55)
(May 26, 2013) Letter from Andria Spindel (EX.New.EX32.1.56)
(May 28, 2013) E-mail from Jaymie (EX.New.EX32.1.57)
(May 28, 2013) E-mail from Anthony Smith (EX.New.EX32.1.58)

Communications (City Council)

(May 27, 2013) Fax from Noreen Looney and Jeff Gold (CC.Main.EX32.1.59)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Richard Fung (CC.New.EX32.1.60)
(May 28, 2013) Letter from J.A. MacNeil, Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East (CC.New.EX32.1.61)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38212.pdf

1a - Revisions to City's Grants Policy and Anti-Discrimination Policies - Legal Issues

Confidential Attachment - Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board
Origin
(April 8, 2013) Report from the City Solicitor
Summary

This report has been prepared to provide confidential commentary on the recent Supreme Court of Canada decision in Saskatchewan (Human Rights Commission) v. Whatcott which was released on February 27, 2013 and issues arising from the two reports which shall be before Executive Committee for its consideration on April 23, 2013 respecting proposed amendments to the City's Grants Policy and Anti-Discrimination policies arising from direction given by the Committee at its meeting of September 10, 2012.

Background Information (Committee)
(April 8, 2013) Report from the City Solicitor on Revisions to City's Grants Policy and Anti-Discrimination Policies - Legal Issues
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-57788.pdf
Confidential Attachment 1 - Confidential Attachment from City Solicitor on Grants Policy and Anti-Discrimination Policies - Legal Issues

1b - Amendments to the City of Toronto Grants Policy

Origin
(April 9, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration
Summary

This report responds to Executive Committee’s directions of September 10th, 2012 to "report on amendments to the City's Grants Policy and ensure that events which are funded by the City of Toronto, and/or take place on City of Toronto property, are in accordance with the objectives of the City of Toronto of promoting respect, tolerance and diversity and that the grants guidelines and use of space guidelines are consistent with the amended grants policy." 

 

The report recommends approval of a revised City of Toronto Grants Policy that: is aligned with the revised City of Toronto Anti-Discrimination Policies (contained in a separate report from the City Manager), integrates existing guidelines on anti-discrimination, complaints, customer service, program standards and performance measures and appeals, and incorporates former stand-alone policies on financial health and partisan political activity.

 

The report advises that the City of Toronto Grants Policy does not include provisions or mechanisms that would preclude an organization from being recommended for funding due to the use of the term "Israeli Apartheid" or other language that may be considered offensive, but not contrary to the Ontario Human Rights Code or Criminal Code.

 

The report does clarify Council's ability to add conditions to funding under the policy, reaffirms the appropriate mechanisms to deal with complaints about contracted services and City-funded activity, and highlights the complexity of dealing with "competing interests" among equity-seeking groups at the municipal level.

 

The City Solicitor has also submitted a report to Executive Committee on this matter.

Issues related to Executive Committee's other directions on anti-discrimination policies will be addressed in a report from the Equity, Diversity and Human Rights Division of the City Manager's Office.

Background Information (Committee)
(April 9, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Amendments to the City of Toronto Grants Policy
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-57790.pdf
Attachment - Appendix A - City of Toronto Community Grants Policy
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-57791.pdf

EX32.2 - A Ward Boundary Review for Toronto

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend the Terms of Reference attached in Appendix B to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager, to amend the last bullet under Consultant Responsibilities, to now read:

 

"Develop ward boundary options including a possible reduction in the number of wards and a recommended option for City Council's consideration in spring 2016".

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Manager to retain a third party consultant to undertake a Ward Boundary Review for Toronto consistent with the Terms of Reference attached in Appendix B to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager, as amended by recommendation 1.

Origin

(May 13, 2013) Report from the City Manager

Summary

This report responds to the Executive Committee's request that the City Manager report on a ward boundary review process to reflect effective representation within Toronto. At present, there are significant discrepancies in population amongst Toronto’s ward boundaries that warrant a review. The City of Toronto Act provides City Council with authority to make changes to its ward boundaries.

 

The division of ward boundaries is the very basis of representative democracy and must be approached without any preconceived ideas of final ward boundaries such as for example, pre-judging the number or populations of wards. The process must be independent and unbiased, include substantial public consultation, and comply with principles set out by the Supreme Court of Canada, Ontario courts and the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB).

 

This report requests authority for the City Manager to retain a third-party consultant to undertake a ward boundary review for Toronto.  During 2013 the consultant will conduct research, develop a work plan and undertake other preparatory work. 

 

The report recommends that City Council approve the consultant’s work plan and engagement strategy in winter 2013/2014 and consider ward boundary options and recommendations in spring 2016.  After a period for possible appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board, adjustments to Toronto’s ward boundaries should be implemented in time for the 2018 municipal election.

 

The consultant will undertake a review process that applies judicially recognized principles, considers leading electoral and public policy research and advice and implements a two-step broad engagement and consultation strategy with the Toronto public, communities, key stakeholders, the Mayor and City Councillors.  The first consultation will focus on input and considerations for Toronto’s current ward boundaries and the second consultation will focus on broad input on ward boundary options.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 13, 2013) Report from the City Manager on A Ward Boundary Review for Toronto
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58333.pdf
Appendix A - Population of Toronto Wards
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58334.pdf
Appendix B - Terms of Reference for a Toronto Ward Boundary Review
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58335.pdf

Speakers

Councillor Janet Davis
Councillor Gord Perks
Councillor Adam Vaughan

Communications (Committee)

(May 28, 2013) E-mail from Brian Graff (EX.New.EX32.2.1)

EX32.3 - Results of the Shared Services Study - City Agencies

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Manager and the City's Executive Director of Human Resources to lead the development of a labour relations and collective bargaining strategy for the City and its agencies going forward, in consultation with City agencies, and report the strategy to the City's Employee and Labour Relations Committee for approval in principle.

 

2.         City Council, following approval in principle of the strategy by the City's Employee and Labour Relations Committee, request the City Manager and the City's Executive Director of Human Resources to bring forward the strategy to the relevant agency boards, or the Labour Relations Committees of the boards under delegated authority, for their consideration and approval.

 

3.         City Council refer the following shared service opportunities to the City Manager to commence implementation in 2014 and to report further as required:

 

a.         Share generic training and learning functions;

b.         Coordinate and standardize common health and safety functions;

c.         Enhance the use of the City’s Internal Audit Division for compliance, assurance and business risk consulting services by agencies that do not have their own audit resources;

d.         Establish a Quality Assurance Centre of Excellence to leverage tools, templates and specialized skills, coordinate work plans and share best practices; and

e.         Continue to rationalize the City stores and increase direct delivery of consumable goods and automate P2P (purchase to pay) processes.

 

4.         City Council request the City Clerk to provide as a best practice, the City’s online submission application for Freedom of Information requests to interested agencies when it becomes available.

 

5.         City Council request the Chief Corporate Officer to work with the Chief Executive Officers of the Toronto Transit Commission and Toronto Parking Authority regarding the possibility of the City providing lessor services to their agencies.

 

6.         City Council request the City Manager and Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer, to work with the Chief Executive Officers of the Toronto Transit Commission and Toronto Parking Authority, to insure the Toronto Transit Commission and the Toronto Parking Authority under the City’s insurance for non-specialized policies and exclusive of claims, where the City is able to provide similar coverage for a lower cost and report further as required.

 

7.         City Council refer the following shared service opportunities to the City Manager for further due diligence and consultation with City agencies and report back to Executive Committee with a multi-year shared service implementation plan and after consideration by boards of affected City agencies:

 

a.         share procurement of common goods and services and implement strategic sourcing;

b.         standardize human resource information systems and share payroll and benefits administration;

c.         share common information technology infrastructure with a focus on infrastructure management, data management and storage;

d.         rationalize information technology applications;

e.         coordinate real estate contract and vendor management through an information technology platform; and

f.          establish a change management centre of excellence to support the implementation of shared services and other major City change initiatives.

 

8.         City Council request the City Clerk, in consultation with the City Manager and the Chief Information Officer, to include in the Information Management Strategy for the City, a plan to transition to managing digital records and phased-in implementation to include City agencies.

 

9.         City Council request that this report be forwarded to the boards of the agencies included in the Shared Service Study for their consideration.

 

10.       City Council request the Toronto Police Services Board to implement the shared service recommendations outlined in the report through all available budgetary and administrative tools.

Origin

(May 10, 2013) Report from the City Manager

Summary

This report responds to Council’s request for the City Manager to review opportunities for the City to share corporate support services with its agencies. The Auditor General has also put forward recommendations about improving shared services over the last ten years through value for money audits.

 

The City Manager identified eight corporate support services to review as a part of a Shared Service Study and retained third party consulting expertise, KPMG LLP (KPMG), to undertake this assignment.  The corporate support services reviewed were: information technology, internal audit, insurance and risk management, legal services, human resources/labour relations, procurement and materials management, real estate and records management. 

 

The study focused on the City’s six largest agencies with a view to expanding any resulting opportunities to additional City agencies as appropriate. The agencies included were: Exhibition Place, Toronto Parking Authority, Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Health, Toronto Public Library, and Toronto Transit Commission. 

 

The Shared Services Study confirmed that the City and its agencies are already sharing many corporate support services across a range of functions.  KPMG put forward 20 opportunities to increase shared services by bringing together resources, functions, processes and skills to create economies of scale and increase standardization to yield a positive return on investment. 

 

This report recommends the implementation of eighteen (18) opportunities and no further action on two (2) opportunities.  Eleven (11) opportunities will be implemented in the shorter term and reported out as required.  The remaining seven (7) KPMG opportunities are broad transformational directions that will require significant business process re-engineering, organizational change and information technology investment to successfully implement.  These opportunities are recommended for referral to the City Manager for further due diligence and planning, in consultation with City agencies with potential net financial benefits of about $55 million.

 

A Shared Service Steering Committee will be established with membership from City and agency senior management to guide the next stages of shared services planning and implementation.  The City Manager will report back to Executive Committee with a multi-year shared services implementation plan, after consideration by boards of affected agencies.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 10, 2013) Report from the City Manager on Results of the Shared Services Study - City Agencies
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58359.pdf
Appendix A - Summary of Current Shared Services
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58360.pdf
Appendix B - Disposition of KPMG Opportunities
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58361.pdf
Appendix C - KPMG Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58362.pdf

Speakers

Miguel Avila
Councillor Janet Davis
Councillor Gord Perks

Communications (Committee)

(May 27, 2013) E-mail from Miguel Avila (EX.New.EX32.3.1)

EX32.4 - 2014 and 2015 Non-Union Employee Compensation

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve, effective January 1, 2014, 1.75% general annual salary increase, and effective January 1, 2015, a 2.25% general annual salary increase, both representing cost-of-living adjustments, for all non-union employees employed in the Toronto Public Service.

 

2.         City Council approve the budget funding to implement recommendation 1 above, and authorize staff to include such funding in the 2014 and 2015 Budgets and implement the recommendation.

Origin

(May 6, 2013) Report from the City Manager and the Executive Director, Human Resources

Summary

This report provides recommendations to the Employee & Labour Relations Committee regarding non-union employees general annual salary increases, representing cost-of-living adjustments, for 2014 of 1.75% and for 2015 of 2.25% for all City of Toronto - Toronto Public Service non-union employees. 

 

The Recommendations reflect the 2014 and 2015 wage increases for CUPE Local 79 and TCEU Local 416 that were approved by Council in 2012.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 6, 2013) Report from the City Manager and the Executive Director, Human Resources on 2014 and 2015 Non-Union Employee Compensation
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58332.pdf

Declared Interests (Committee)

The following member(s) declared an interest:

Councillor Peter Milczyn - as his wife is a non-union employee of the City of Toronto.

4a - 2014 and 2015 Non-Union Employee Compensation (Item EL8.4)

Origin
(May 27, 2013) Letter from the Employee and Labour Relations Committee
Summary

This report provides recommendations to the Employee & Labour Relations Committee regarding non-union employees general annual salary increases, representing cost-of-living adjustments, for 2014 of 1.75% and for 2015 of 2.25% for all City of Toronto - Toronto Public Service non-union employees. 

 

The Recommendations reflect the 2014 and 2015 wage increases for CUPE Local 79 and TCEU Local 416 that were approved by Council in 2012.

Background Information (Committee)
(May 27, 2013) Letter from the Employee and Labour Relations Committee on 2014 and 2015 Non-Union Employee Compensation (Item EL8.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58627.htm

EX32.5 - Toronto Port Lands Company - 2011 Professional, Technical and Consulting Fees

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Redacted Confidential Attachment was made public on June 12, 2013

Will be considered as the 2nd item on Thursday June 13
Communication EX32.5.1 has been submitted on this Item.

Confidential Attachment - The security of the property of the municipality or local board Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council receive the report (May 12, 2013) from the City Manager for information.

 

2.         City Council direct that Attachment 1 to the report (May 12, 2013) from the City Manager remain confidential in its entirety in accordance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it involves the security of the property of the City or a local board and litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the City or a local board.

Origin

(May 12, 2013) Report from the City Manager

Summary

This report responds to Council’s request for the City Manager to report to the Executive Committee in early 2013 on the nature, costs and results of consulting work completed by Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) in 2011.

 

The confidential report from Toronto Port Lands Company CEO and Chair of the Board (Attachment 1 to this report) shows a total of $1.16 million expended on professional, technical and consulting fees by Toronto Port Lands Company in 2011. This total is broken down into five categories of expenditures: legal fees, environmental monitoring, accounting and audit fees, and project/property consulting. The report notes that these fees represent 3.8% of Toronto Port Lands Company's total operating expenditures for 2011. Attachment 1 to this report should remain confidential as it involves the security of property of the City and its wholly-owned corporation and litigation of the corporation.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 12, 2013) Report from the City Manager on Toronto Port Lands Company - 2011 Professional, Technical and Consulting Fees
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58446.pdf
(May 12, 2013) Confidential Attachment 1 - Report on Toronto Port Lands Company's 2011 Consulting Fees

Background Information (City Council)

Redacted Confidential Attachment 1 was made public on June 12, 2013
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59488.pdf

Communications (City Council)

(June 12, 2013) E-mail from the President and Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Port Lands Company, submitted by Councillor Paula Fletcher, Ward 30, Toronto-Danforth (CC.New.EX32.5.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38264.pdf

EX32.6 - Toronto Port Lands Company - Annual General Meeting and Audited Annual Financial Statements 2012

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Will be considered as the 3rd item on Thursday June 13

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council treat the Council meeting at which this report is considered as the 2012 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder for Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) by:

 

a.         Receiving Toronto Port Lands Company's annual report titled "City of Toronto Economic Development Corporation, Operating as Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) 2012 Annual Report", Attachment 1 to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager;

 

b.         Appointing Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP, Chartered Accountants, as the Auditor of Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) for fiscal year 2013, and authorizing the Board of Directors of Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to fix the remuneration of such Auditor;

 

c.         Receiving the report of the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer, "Toronto Port Lands Company - 2012 Audited Annual Financial Statements", Attachment 2 to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager; and

 

d.         Receiving the Board's 2012 audited financial statements, titled "City of Toronto Economic Development Corporation c.o.b. Toronto Port Lands Company Consolidated Financial Statements December 31, 2012", Appendix A to Attachment 2 to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager.

 

2.         City Council forward a copy of "City of Toronto Economic Development Corporation c.o.b. Toronto Port Lands Company Consolidated Financial Statements December 31, 2012", Appendix A of Attachment 2 to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager, to the Audit Committee for information.

 

3.         City Council receive the information in Attachment 3 to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager concerning executive compensation disclosure, for information.

Origin

(May 13, 2013) Report from the City Manager

Summary

This report recommends the actions necessary to comply with the requirements of the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) for holding the 2012 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder of City of Toronto Economic Development Corporation operating under the name of Toronto Port Lands Company (hereinafter referred to as TPLC), including receipt of its Annual Report and Audited Annual Financial Statements for 2012 and appointment of the Auditor.

 

This report also transmits information from the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to City Council disclosing the individual compensation of executive officers employed by the corporation in 2012.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 13, 2013) Report from the City Manager on the Toronto Port Lands Company - Annual General Meeting and Audited Annual Financial Statements 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58447.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 1 - City of Toronto Economic Development Corporation, Operating as Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) 2012 Annual Report: Achievements and Results"
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58448.pdf
(May 13, 2013) Attachment 2 - Report from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer dated May 13, 2013 "Toronto Port Lands Company - 2012 Audited Financial Statements"
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58449.pdf
(May 29, 2013) Appendix A - "City of Toronto Economic Development Corporation c.o.b. Toronto Port Lands Company Consolidated Financial Statements December 31, 2012"
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58450.pdf
(May 13, 2013) Attachment 3 - Toronto Port Lands Company: Executive Compensation Disclosure
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58451.pdf

EX32.7 - Invest Toronto - Annual General Meeting and Audited Annual Financial Statements 2012

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council treat the Council meeting at which this report is considered as the 2012 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder for Invest Toronto Inc. by:

 

a.         Receiving the Annual Report of Invest Toronto Inc. titled "Making Toronto Your Business: Annual Report 2012", which includes Audited Financial Statements, Attachment 1 to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager;

 

b.         Appointing Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP, Chartered Accountants, as the Auditor of Invest Toronto Inc. for fiscal year 2013, and authorizing the Board of Directors of Invest Toronto to fix the remuneration of such Auditor; and

 

c.         Receiving the report from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer, "Invest Toronto Inc. - 2012 Audited Financial Statements", Attachment 2 to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager.

 

2.         City Council forward a copy of the Annual Report of Invest Toronto Inc. titled "Making Toronto Your Business: Annual Report 2012", which includes Audited Financial Statements, Attachment 1 to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager, to the Audit Committee for information.

 

3.         City Council receive the information in Attachment 3 to the report (May 13, 2013) from the City Manager concerning executive compensation disclosure, for information.

Origin

(May 13, 2013) Report from the City Manager

Summary

This report recommends the actions necessary to comply with the requirements of the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) for holding the 2012 Annual General Meeting of the shareholder of Invest Toronto Inc. including receipt of its Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements and appointment of the auditor. This report also transmits information from Invest Toronto Inc. to City Council disclosing the compensation of executive officers employed by the corporation in 2012.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 13, 2013) Report from the City Manager on Invest Toronto - Annual General Meeting and Audited Annual Financial Statements 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58452.pdf
(May 13, 2013) Attachment 1 - Annual Report from Invest Toronto Inc. titled "Making Toronto Your Business: Annual Report 2012", which includes Audited Financial Statements
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58453.pdf
(May 13, 2013) Attachment 2 - Report of Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer dated May 13, 2013 "Invest Toronto Inc. - 2012 Audited Financial Statements"
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58454.pdf
(May 13, 2013) Attachment 3 - Invest Toronto - Executive Compensation Disclosure
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58455.pdf

EX32.8 - Lakeshore Arena Corporation - Annual General Meeting and Audited Annual Financial Statements 2012

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Confidential Attachment - Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council treat the Council meeting at which this report is considered as the 2012 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder for Lakeshore Arena Corporation by:

 

a.         receiving the 2012 Audited Financial Statements of Lakeshore Arena Corporation, attached as Attachment 1 to the report (April 25, 2013) from the City Manager;

 

b.         appointing Hilborn LLP Chartered Accountants as the Auditor of Lakeshore Arena Corporation for fiscal year 2013; and

 

c.         receiving Lakeshore Arena Corporation's 2012 Annual Report attached as Attachment 2 to the report (April 25, 2013) from the City Manager.

 

2.         City Council forward a copy of the Lakeshore Arena Corporation 2012 Audited Annual Financial Statements, in Attachment 1 to the report (April 25, 2013) from the City Manager, to the Audit Committee for information.

 

3.         City Council receive the information in Confidential Attachment 3 to the report (April 25, 2013) from the City Manager concerning executive compensation disclosure, for information.

 

4.         City Council direct that the contents of Confidential Attachment 3 to the report (April 25, 2013) from the City Manager, from Lakeshore Arena Corporation, be kept confidential in their entirety after the consideration of this report by Council for reasons of personal information about identified individuals.

Origin

(April 25, 2013) Report from the City Manager

Summary

This report recommends the actions necessary to comply with the requirements of the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) for holding the 2012 Annual General Meeting of the shareholder of Lakeshore Arena Corporation including receipt of the Audited Financial Statements, transmittal of the 2012 Annual Report and confirmation of appointment of the auditor for 2013.  This report also transmits the confidential disclosure of executive compensation paid by the corporation in 2012.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 25, 2013) Report from the City Manager on Lakeshore Arena Corporation - Annual General Meeting and Audited Annual Financial Statements 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58243.pdf
Attachment 1 - Lakeshore Arena Corporation 2012 Audited Financial Statements
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58244.pdf
Attachment 2 - Lakeshore Arena Corporation 2012 Annual Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58245.pdf
Confidential Attachment 3 - 2012 Executive Compensation Disclosure

EX32.9 - Toronto Hydro Corporation - Annual General Meeting, 2012 Audited Financial Statements and By-law 1.1

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council consider the portion of the Council meeting when this report is being considered as the Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder for Toronto Hydro Corporation by:

 

a.         adopting the recommendations of the Toronto Hydro Corporation report dated May 16, 2012 in Attachment 1 to the report (May 10, 2013) from the City Manager in order to re-appoint KPMG LLP, Chartered Accountants, as the auditor for Toronto Hydro Corporation, to authorize the Corporation’s Board of Directors to fix the auditor's remuneration, and to approve the amended By-law 1.1 of the Corporation forming Appendix B, Attachment 1, to the report (May 10, 2013) from the City Manager; and

 

b.         receiving the information report of the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer dated April 22, 2013 entitled “2012 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements of Toronto Hydro Corporation” forming  Attachment 2 to the report (May 10, 2013) from the City Manager and receiving the financial statements forming Appendix A to the report (May 10, 2013) from the City Manager.

 

2.         City Council receive the report of the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer entitled “2012 Annual Information Form of Toronto Hydro Corporation” forming Attachment 3 to the report (May 10, 2013) from the City Manager, for information.

 

3.         City Council receive Toronto Hydro Corporation’s 2012 Annual Report, 2012 Corporate Responsibility Report and 2012 Annual Information Form forming Attachments 4, 5 and 6 to the report (May 10, 2013) from the City Manager, for information.

 

4.         City Council refer Toronto Hydro Corporation’s 2012 Audited Consolidated Annual Financial Statements to the Audit Committee for information.

 

5.         City Council request the City Manager to include in his upcoming report on compensation for agencies and corporations, all Toronto Hydro senior executive compensation since amalgamation along with the annual dividend received.

Origin

(May 10, 2013) Report from the City Manager

Summary

This report recommends the actions necessary to comply with the requirements of the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) (“OBCA”) for holding an annual general meeting of the shareholder of Toronto Hydro Corporation (“THC”) including receipt of the audited annual financial statements and appointment of the auditor.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 10, 2013) Report from the City Manager on Toronto Hydro Corporation - Annual General Meeting, 2012 Audited Financial Statements and By-law 1.1
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58339.pdf
Attachment 1 - Toronto Hydro Corporation Report May 16, 2012 - Appendix A - Resolution of the City of Toronto (“Sole Shareholder”) to Re-appoint the Auditor of Toronto Hydro Corporation (the “Corporation”) and to Authorize the Directors to Fix the Remuneration of the Auditor; Appendix B - Resolution of the City of Toronto (“Sole Shareholder”) to Approve Amendments to By-law 1.1 of the Corporation - Attachment 1- By-law 1.1 of Toronto Hydro Corporation
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58340.pdf
Attachment 1 to Appendix B - Resolution of the City of Toronto (“Sole Shareholder”) to Approve Amendments to By-law 1.1 of the Corporation - Attachment 1: By-law 1.1 of Toronto Hydro Corporation
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58341.pdf
Attachment 2 - Report of Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer dated April 22, 2013 entitled “2012 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements of Toronto Hydro Corporation
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58342.pdf
Appendix A to Attachment 2 - 2012 Audited Consolidated Annual Financial Statements of Toronto Hydro Corporation
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58348.pdf
Attachment 3 - Report of Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer entitled “2012 Annual Information Form of Toronto Hydro Corporation”
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58349.pdf
Attachment 4 - Toronto Hydro Corporation 2012 Annual Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58350.pdf
Attachment 5 Part 1 - Toronto Hydro Corporation 2012 Corporate Responsibility Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58351.pdf
Attachment 5 Part 2 - Toronto Hydro Corporation 2012 Corporate Responsibility Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58423.pdf
Attachment 6 - Toronto Hydro Corporation 2012 Annual Information Form
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58352.pdf

EX32.11 - Settlement of Bank Towers Assessment Appeals

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Bill 840 has been submitted on this Item.

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council establish a reserve called 'Assessment Appeal Stabilization Reserve' in Schedule 3 – Stabilization Reserves of Chapter 227 of the City of Toronto Municipal Code to provide funding to offset any annual shortfall in amounts budgeted for property tax decreases (tax deficiencies) due to assessment appeal losses and the actual amount of tax deficiencies occurring during the year, as described in Attachment 2 to the report (April 8, 2013) from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer.

 

2.         City Council allocate the one-time operating surplus associated with the unused portion of the assessment appeal provision previously established for the 2001 to 2012 taxation years, in the amount of $94.0 million, as follows:

 

a.         $30.0 million be allocated to the newly established 'Assessment Appeal Stabilization Reserve' to be used to offset any annual shortfall between amounts budgeted for property tax decreases (tax deficiencies) due to assessment appeal losses and the actual amount of tax deficiencies occurring during the year, for 2013 and future taxation years;

 

b.         $34.0 million be allocated to the Social Housing Stabilization Reserve (#XQ1106); and

 

c.         $30.0 million be allocated to the Capital Financing Reserve (#XQ0011) and dedicated to begin to address the state of good repair backlog for Parks, Forestry and Recreation, to be distributed in the 10 year capital plan through the 2014 Capital Budget process.

 

3.         City Council amend Chapter 227 of the City of Toronto Municipal Code in accordance with Recommendation 1 above.

 

4.         City Council grant leave for the introduction of any necessary bills in Council.

Origin

(April 8, 2013) Report from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer

Summary

In November 2012, City Council approved the proposed settlement of property assessment appeals in relation to six (6) bank tower properties (Brookfield Place, Commerce Court, First Canadian Place, Royal Bank Plaza, Scotia Plaza and the Toronto Dominion Centre) for taxation years 2001 to 2012 inclusive, and authorized the Director of Revenue Services to sign the proposed Minutes of Settlement and related agreements on behalf of the City.  By the end of March 2013, the Minutes of Settlement for all six bank towers were finalized and executed, and the resulting property tax adjustments were processed.

 

Now that the Minutes have been signed, this report provides information on the final financial impacts arising from the execution of the Minutes and recommends the allocation of the resulting one-time operating surplus.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 8, 2013) Report with Attachments 1 and 2 from the Deputy City Manager and the Chief Financial Officer on Settlement of Bank Towers Assessment Appeals
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-57798.pdf

EX32.12 - Operating Variance Report for the Three-Month Period Ended March 31, 2013 (Item BU40.1)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer to transfer $15.282 million gross and $0 million net from the 2013 Non-Program Expenditure Budget to the respective 2013 Approved Operating Budget for City Programs, Toronto Public Health and Leaside Memorial Community Gardens for CUPE Local 416 and Local 79 employees to provide the necessary funding for the 1.50% one-time non-base non-pensionable lump sum payment and the associated employer health tax.

 

2.         City Council authorize the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer to transfer $1.264 million gross and $0 million net from the 2013 Non-Program Expenditure Budget to the Toronto Public Library and the Association of Community Centres to provide the necessary funding for the 1.50% one-time non-base non-pensionable lump sum payment and the associated employer health tax for unionized employees as these Agencies have similar provisions based on their negotiated collective bargaining settlements.

 

3.         City Council authorize the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer to transfer $15.420 million gross and $12.808 million net from the 2013 Non-Program Expenditure Budget to the respective 2013 Approved Operating Budget for City Programs, Toronto Public Health and Association of Community Centres to provide the necessary funding for the 1.9% cost of living allowance and re-earnable lump sum payment for non-union employees.

 

4.         City Council approve in-year budget adjustments detailed in Appendix D to the report (April 30, 2013) from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer to amend the 2013 Approved Operating Budget between Programs with gross expenditures and revenues of $1.958 million, and no impact to the 2013 Approved Net Operating Budget.

Origin

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee

Summary

The purpose of this report is to provide Council with the City of Toronto Operating Variance for the three-month period ended March 31, 2013 as well as year-end projections and to request Council's approval for amendments to the 2013 Operating Budget between Programs to ensure accurate reporting and financial accountability with no increase to the 2013 Approved Net Operating Budget.

 

For the three-month period ending March 31, 2013, Tax Supported Operations' net expenditures were under-spent by $57.533 million or 6.7% of planned expenditures and projections indicate that the 2013 year-end net under-expenditure is anticipated to be $14.265 million or 0.4% of the 2013 Approved Net Operating Budget.  The year-to-date under-spending was driven largely by under-expenditures in corporate accounts due to timing delays for Non-Program Expenditures and salary savings from delays in filling vacant positions.

 

Rate Supported Programs were under-spent by $13.649 million or 28.5% compared to net planned expenditures for the three-month period ended March 31, 2013 primarily from overachieved revenues from water and waste water surcharges by Toronto Water.    Although the Program overachieved revenues in the first quarter, revenues from sale of water and wastewater surcharges are forecasted to be on budget due to uncertainty in the residential sale of water.  Rate Supported Programs project year-end under-spending of $10.001 million or 15.8% of the 2013 Approved Net Operating Budget due in large part to Toronto Water’s under-expenditure in salaries and benefits from vacancies that have not been filled.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee on Operating Variance Report for the Three-Month Period Ended March 31, 2013 (Item BU40.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58111.htm
(April 30, 2013) Report and Appendices A-E from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer on Operating Variance Report for the Three-Month Period Ended March 31, 2013
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58093.pdf

EX32.13 - Capital Variance Report for the Three Month Period Ended March 31, 2013 (Item BU40.2)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve in-year budget adjustments to the 2013 Approved Capital Budget detailed in Appendix 2 to the report (April 30, 2013) from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer and that the 2013 Approved Capital Budget be adjusted accordingly.

 

2.         City Council increase City Planning Division's 2013 Approved Capital Budget for Growth Studies (CUR028-27 - project cost and cash flow) by $1.338 million for the Port Lands Acceleration Initiative Planning Framework, to be funded by transfers of:

 

a.         $853,920 from the Development-related studies Development Charges Reserve Fund (XR2120)

b.         $150,000 from Toronto Water (CWW452-04)

c.         $150,000 from Toronto Water (CPW537-04)

d.         $184,080 from Transportation Services (CTP813-02)

 

3.         City Council authorize and direct the appropriate City Officials to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

Origin

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee

Summary

The purpose of this report is to provide Council with the 2013 Capital Variance Report for the three month period ended March 31, 2013 as well as projected actual expenditures to December 31, 2013.  Furthermore, the report seeks Council’s approval for 2013 in-year budget adjustments.

 

Capital expenditures for the three months ended March 31, 2013 totalled $223.223 million or 5.5% of the 2013 Approved Capital Budget of $4.096 billion (see Chart 1).  This spending pattern is consistent with prior years as first quarter capital activity is typically more preparatory, with less expenditure actually occurring than in the reminder of the year.  As detailed by City Program and Agency in Appendix 1,  it is noted that 26 of 32 City Programs and Agencies project spending in excess of 70% of their respective 2013 Approved Capital Budget by December 31,  2013.

 

(See Chart 1 in the report "2013 capital Budget vs. Actual Expenditures for the Period Ended March 31, 2013”)

Background Information (Committee)

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee on Capital Variance Report for the Three Month Period Ended March 31, 2013 (Item BU40.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58115.htm
(April 30, 2013) Report from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer on Capital Variance Report for the Three-Month Period Ended March 31, 2013
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58096.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Appendix 1 - City of Toronto Capital Variance Report for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2013
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58097.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Appendix 2 - 2013 Capital Budget and Plan In-Year Adjustment Request for the Period Ended March 31, 2013
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58098.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Appendix 3 - Capital Variance Report for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2013 - Significant Variance Explanation
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58099.pdf

EX32.14 - Net Income Sharing Agreement Renewal with the Toronto Parking Authority (Item BU40.3)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the net income sharing agreement between the City and the Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) for a three year period, effective January 1, 2013 on the following terms and conditions:

 

a.         The net income available for distribution be defined as net income based on the Toronto Parking Authority's annually audited financial statements;

 

b.         The Toronto Parking Authority pay to the City annually the greater of $37.0 million or 75% of net income earned by the Toronto Parking Authority, subject to unforeseen circumstances which result in interruptions of service or any other unplanned occurrence which may have an adverse material effect on the net income as defined under the Income Sharing Agreement Net income includes gains or losses on the sale of properties and air rights but excludes income earned on rented properties which is paid into the Rented Properties Fund held by the City;

 

c.         The 75% portion of gains/losses on the sale of properties/air rights payable to the City be reduced, if necessary, by the cost of replacement facilities (new and expanded parking spaces and/or commercial space) required under the purchase/sale agreement that exceeds the 25% portion retained by the Toronto Parking Authority;

 

d.         The Toronto Parking Authority make monthly progress payments in the amount of $3.083 million to the City, for a total of $37.0 million annually;

 

e.         Final settlement between the Toronto Parking Authority and the City of the amount payable for the year (the difference between the City’s 75% share of net income and progress payments made by Toronto Parking Authority) will occur once the Authority's actual net income for the year is confirmed by external Auditors and the audited financial statements are approved by the Toronto Parking Authority’s Board of Directors; and

 

f.          The Toronto Parking Authority, in consultation with the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer, review the Toronto Parking Authority's capital funding requirements annually as part of the capital budget process.

 

2.         City Council authorize appropriate City staff to prepare an income sharing agreement between the Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) and the City of Toronto, based on Recommendation 1 above and subject to the approval of the Toronto Parking Authority's Board of Directors.

Origin

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee

Summary

The purpose of this report is to update the net income sharing agreement between the City of Toronto (City) and the Toronto Parking Authority (TPA or Authority) for net income generated from off-street and on-street parking operations and net gains on the sale of air rights for City properties managed by the Authority.  The current net income sharing agreement with the Toronto Parking Authority expired on December 31, 2012, with Council approving an extension until such time as Council considers an updated Income Sharing Agreement.

 

This report recommends that the net income sharing formula remains unchanged from the previous agreement, with the Toronto Parking Authority continuing to pay the City a minimum of 75% of its net income for the year from on-street and off-street parking operations. The minimum payment to the City will increase from $30.0 million to $37.0 million, subject to unforeseen circumstances which result in interruption of service or any other unplanned occurrence which may have an adverse material effect on the net income as defined under the Income Sharing Agreement. This ensures that the City will receive a minimum payment of its 75% share on a more timely basis.  By definition the City will continue to receive 75% of the net gain on the sale of air rights for properties managed by the Authority less, if necessary, the amount by which the cost of replacement facilities (new and expanded parking spaces and/or commercial space)  exceeds the 25% portion retained by the Toronto Parking Authority. Net gains on the sale of air rights are included in the Authority's net income. In addition, it is recommended that City staff prepare an income sharing agreement between the Toronto Parking Authority and the City of Toronto. The income Sharing Agreement Renewal with the Toronto Parking Authority will take effect as of January 1, 2013 for a three year period ending December 31, 2015.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee on Net Income Sharing Agreement Renewal with the Toronto Parking Authority (Item BU40.3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58116.htm
(April 25, 2013) Report with Appendix A from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer and the President of the Toronto Parking Authority on Net Income Sharing Agreement Renewal with the Toronto Parking Authority
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58100.pdf

EX32.15 - George Bell Arena Board Expanded Service (Item BU40.4)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
11 - York South-Weston

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve a loan funded from the City's working capital to the George Bell Arena to replace and upgrade a de-humidifier unit in the amount up to $100,000, fully repayable by December 31, 2018 with the interest rate established by the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer and based upon the City's opportunity cost as if the funds had been invested for a 5 year term.

 

2.         City Council approve a one-time budget adjustment to the 2013 Operating Budget for the Arena Boards of Management to include $100,000 in expenditures financed with a loan repayable over 5 years, to replace George Bell Arena’s dehumidification unit.

 

3.         City Council request the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer to negotiate a loan agreement with the George Bell Arena Board of Management to retire the $100,000 loan no later than December 31, 2018 by using an annual equal payment calculated from a 5 year amortization schedule.

Origin

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee

Summary

The purpose of this report is to recommend a $100,000 loan be provided to the George Bell Arena for the installation of a new dehumidifier which will expand service. This recommendation is being made in response to a request from George Bell Arena on April 3, 2013 for a loan to replace and upgrade its dehumidification unit. A review of the Arena's business plan indicates that the arena can generate sufficient revenues to repay this loan over 5 years.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee on George Bell Arena Board Expanded Service (Item BU40.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58117.htm
(April 17, 2013) Report from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer on George Bell Arena Board Expanded Service
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58103.pdf
(April 17, 2013) Appendix 1 and 2
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58104.pdf

EX32.16 - Budget Adjustment to the City Planning Approved Capital Budget for Funding the Queen Street East Heritage Conservation District (Item BU40.5)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council increase the 2013 Approved  Capital Budget for City Planning, in the amount of $166,000 gross, $0 net, for the purpose of the Queen Street East Heritage Conservation District Study and Plan with funding provided by the following sources:

 

a.         The Section 37 contribution associated with the approved development at 90-100 Broadview Avenue, in the amount of $60,000.00 (source: account number XR3026 - 3700346); and

 

b.         Development Charge funds in a total amount of $106,000.00 from DC - Development Related Studies (source: account number XR2120).

Origin

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee

Summary

This report recommends that funding for the Queen Street East Heritage Conservation District (HCD) Study and Plan be approved using available Section 37 and Development Charge (DC) funds. Section 37 funds in the amount of $60,000 and Section 45 funds totalling $15,000 (not yet received) have been allocated to the project. Development Charge funds in the amount of $106,000 are also required to fund the project. A request for authorization to use the Section 45 funds for the Queen Street East Heritage Conservation District (HCD) Study and Plan will be prepared once the funds are received.

 

The Queen Street East Heritage Conservation District (HCD) Study and Plan was prioritized by City Council at its meeting of October 2, 3 and 4, 2012. The City Planning Division has assembled a roster of pre-qualified consultants who submitted bids for the project. In all, five quotations were submitted, the lowest being in the amount of 181,000.00 by Goldsmith Borgal and Company Architects.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee on Budget Adjustment to the City Planning Approved Capital Budget for Funding the Queen Street East Heritage Conservation District (Item BU40.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58125.htm
(April 11, 2013) Report from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division on Budget Adjustment to the City Planning Approved Capital Budget for Funding the Queen Street East Heritage Conservation District
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58105.pdf

EX32.17 - Toronto Public Library - Capital Budget Adjustments (Item BU40.6)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
38 - Scarborough Centre

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve a $1.059 million gross and $0 net increase to the Council approved Library capital budget for the Scarborough Civic Centre Library project, fully funded by a $0.659 million allocation from the City’s Land Acquisition Reserve Fund and $0.400 million from the Development Charges Reserve Fund;

 

2.         City Council amend the 2013 Approved Capital Budget for the Toronto Public Library to:

 

a.         reduce $0.220 million gross for the Mount Dennis Branch project, funded from debt; and

 

b.         increase $0.220 million gross for the Multi-Branch State of Good Repair project, funded from debt.

Origin

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee

Summary

The purpose of this report is to seek approval for capital budget adjustments for: (1) non-debt funding that has become available for the Scarborough Civic Centre Library; and (2) a cash flow deferral and acceleration that do not impact debt in order to match budget funding to actual expenditures at the end of 2012.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 1, 2013) Letter from the Budget Committee on Toronto Public Library on Capital Budget Adjustments (BU40.6)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58126.htm
(April 10, 2013) Report from the City Librarian on Toronto Public Library on Capital Budget Adjustments
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58106.pdf
(April 10, 2013) Attachment 1 - Memo dated January 29, 2013 from Ray David Director, Community Planning, Scarborough Centre Branch Library Project - 150 Borough Drive Funding Sources for Enhancements
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58107.pdf

EX32.19 - Exhibition Place - Extension of Coca-Cola Refreshment Sponsorship Agreement

Consideration Type:
ACTION

Confidential Attachment - The security of the property of the municipality or local board

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve extending the current sponsorship agreement between Exhibition Place, including Direct Energy Centre, and the Canadian National Exhibition Association (CNEA), and Coca-Cola for one year (April 1, 2013 to March 31, 2014), on the same terms and conditions as in the existing agreement save and except for the financial terms as outlined in this report and any such other terms and conditions satisfactory to the Chief Executive Officer and the City Solicitor.

 

2.         City Council direct that the confidential report contained in Attachment 1 to this report not be released publicly in order to protect the competitive position and future economic interests of the Board of Governors of Exhibition Place (the Board).

Origin

(April 26, 2013) Report from the Chief Executive Officer, Exhibition Place

Summary

This report recommends that City Council extend the current agreement with Coca-Cola Refreshments (Coca-Cola) as the “Official and exclusive soft drink provider” to Exhibition Place, including Direct Energy Centre, and the Canadian National Exhibition Association (CNEA), for an additional one year period from April 1, 2013 to March 31, 2014.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 26, 2013) Report from the Chief Executive Officer, Exhibition Place on Extension of Coca-Cola Refreshment Sponsorship Agreement
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58127.pdf
Confidential Attachment 1

EX32.20 - Toronto Police Services Board Policy - City Council Protocol

Consideration Type:
ACTION

Committee Recommendations

The Executive Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the “City Council Protocol”, attached to the report (April 18, 2013) from the Chair, Toronto Police Services Board.

Origin

(April 18, 2013) Report from the Chair, Toronto Police Services Board

Summary

The purpose of this report is to recommend that the Executive Committee approve the appended “City Council Protocol.”

Background Information (Committee)

(April 18, 2013) Report with Attachment A and Appendices A and B, from the Toronto Police Services Board on Toronto Police Services Board Policy - City Council Protocol
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-58138.pdf

Audit Committee - Meeting 11

AU11.1 - Auditor General's Office - Report on the Results of Applying Specified Auditing Procedures to Financial Information other than Financial Statements for the Year Ended December 31, 2012

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Audit Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council receive the letter (April 29, 2013) from Hilborn LLP, for information.

Origin

(April 29, 2013) Letter from Hilborn, LLP

Summary

Hilborn, LLP, reporting on the Results of Applying Specified Auditing Procedures to Financial Information, other than Financial Statements, for the Year Ended December 31, 2012, for the Auditor General's Office; and advising that they found no exceptions to the adherence to the policies, procedures and delegated authorities as they applied to their test sample of transactions.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 29, 2013) Letter from Hilborn, LLP, regarding the Auditor General's Office - Report on the Results of Applying Specified Auditing Procedures to Financial Information other than Financial Statements for the Year Ended December 31, 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58175.pdf

AU11.3 - Follow Up of Previously Implemented Audit Recommendations

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Audit Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request the City Manager to direct the Internal Audit Unit to conduct periodic and random reviews of recommendations previously reported as implemented.  Such a review ensure that such recommendations continue to be effectively implemented.  Further, the City Manager advise all Divisions, and major Agencies and Corporations that recommendations contained in reports issued by the Auditor General be reviewed in order to determine their applicability to their own entity.

Origin

(May 1, 2013) Report from the Auditor General

Summary

Our annual audit follow up process includes an evaluation of the status of recommendations made in audit reports issued.  Once we determine that recommendations have been implemented, we conduct no further follow up on these recommendations.

 

However, it is becoming apparent through a number of sources, generally through the Fraud and Waste Hotline that circumstances which led to the original recommendation have reoccurred.  Such situations have resulted in internal control deficiencies which had originally been rectified.

 

While it is not practical to conduct specific follow up work on all recommendations previously implemented, one of the objectives in developing our audit work plan is to revisit areas that have not been audited for a number of years.  This is an effective method of identifying re-emerging control weaknesses.  However, for the most part, we have not been able to do this due to audit resource limitations.

 

To compensate for resource constraints we have attempted to leverage our work to the extent possible.  For example, in our November 7, 2011 report entitled “Previous Audit Reports – Common Themes and Issues” one of the issues identified pertained to:

 

“Audit recommendations which are specific to individual Divisions, Agencies, Boards and Commissions need to be considered on a City-wide basis.  Recommendations generally have applicability not only to the entity subject to audit but also to other entities throughout the City.”

 

Again, in the case of a number of recent audits, it is clear that this recommendation has not received adequate attention.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 1, 2013) Report from the Auditor General - Follow Up of Previously Implemented Audit Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58412.pdf

AU11.4 - Financial Planning Analysis and Reporting System (FPARS) - A Large Scale Business Transformation / Information Technology Project

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Audit Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request the City Manager to ensure that prior to the development of large scale information technology projects, a detailed review of all Auditor General’s recommendations be conducted.  Specific check lists be developed and signed off by senior staff attesting to the fact that all Auditor General’s recommendations have been considered.

 

2.         City Council request the City Manager to review the current governance structure pertaining to the Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting System.  Specific accountability and responsibilities be clearly defined and communicated.  Reporting relationships be clearly structured and clarified including the roles of the City Manager, Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer and the Chief Information Officer.

 

3.         City Council request the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer to prepare a detailed and comprehensive analysis of all Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting System related costs to date as well as those costs projected to the completion of the project.  This information should also include all anticipated ongoing maintenance costs.  Further, the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer quantify and document all anticipated financial and operational benefits of the Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting System project.  Such an analysis be completed by July 31, 2013.

 

4.         City Council request the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer to report in detail to Council on the estimated costs to implement the capital budget component of the Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting System.

 

5.         City Council request the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer, the Director, Financial Planning and the Chief Information Officer review and approve detailed cost estimates for large scale information technology projects for accuracy and reasonableness prior to submission to the Budget Committee and Council.  Such a review include a financial analysis to identify, quantify and document anticipated financial and operational benefits for implementation.  Further, the review should be clearly documented and approved.

 

6.         City Council request the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer and the Chief Information Officer to ensure that existing or prospective “off-the-shelf” software applications are thoroughly researched and investigated prior to developing a custom solution for future large scale information technology projects.

 

7.         City Council request the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer, the Director, Financial Planning and the Chief Information Officer to ensure that upon project completion, a final “close-out” report is submitted to City Council.  Such reports should include comparisons of budget to actual timelines, costs, actual benefits achieved and where applicable, a description of anticipated benefits not realized.

 

8.         City Council request the Chief Information Officer to establish minimum documentation standards required in support of information technology projects.  Standards should include one documentation repository in projects where various project leads exist.  In addition, a formal process for collecting, addressing and reporting project risks and a formalized business change request process should be in place.

 

9.         City Council request the City Manager direct all City Divisions to ensure documentation is maintained for issues and recommendations made by external consultants.  Supporting documentation should include action taken on issues identified and related recommendations.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The following City officials made presentations to the Audit Committee on the Financial Planning Analysis and Reporting System (FPARS):

 

-           the Auditor General; and

 

-           the City Manager, and the Director, Financial Planning.

Origin

(May 2, 2013) Report from the Auditor General

Summary

The Auditor General’s Work Plan included a review of the Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting System (FPARS) implementation project.  The objectives of this review were to assess the adequacy of measures, controls and processes in place to ensure successful implementation of the FPARS project.

 

This report contains nine recommendations along with a management response to each of the recommendations.  Certain recommendations included in this report have been made in previous Auditor General’s reports.  In spite of specific direction by the Audit Committee that these recommendations be addressed, it is clear from our review that this has not always occurred.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 2, 2013) Report from the Auditor General - Financial Planning Analysis and Reporting System (FPARS) - A Large Scale Business Transformation/Information Technology Project
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58424.pdf
(May 29, 2013) Presentation Material submitted by the Auditor General (AU11.4.a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58689.pdf
(May 29, 2013) Presentation Material submitted by the Director, Financial Planning (AU11.4.b)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58694.pdf

Speakers

Councillor Frank Di Giorgio
Councillor Janet Davis
Councillor Gord Perks

AU11.5 - Continuous Controls Monitoring Program - Review of City Staff Absenteeism

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Audit Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council receive the report (March 14, 2013) from the Auditor General for information.

Origin

(March 14, 2013) Report from the Auditor General

Summary

The Auditor General’s Work Plan includes the development of a system of continuous controls monitoring for selected City expenses.  The objective of the Continuous Controls Monitoring Program is to provide periodic reports to management which assist in proactively monitoring financial transactions, detecting unusual expenses and identifying areas where internal controls could be strengthened.

 

The Continuous Controls Monitoring Program was initiated in 2011.  Initial expenses selected for the application of continuous controls monitoring were employee overtime and mileage reimbursements.  In 2012, the program was expanded to include standby pay. 

 

In January 2013, the Auditor General further expanded the Continuous Controls Monitoring Program to include staff absences.  Our objective in including staff absences is to analyze trends and monitor absences under selected categories.  The categories for review include absences resulting from sick time, union related work, and bereavement.    

 

On a periodic basis, we will be providing management with details related to unusual levels of employee absences for their review and comment. The results of our review will be reported to the Audit Committee.  

Background Information (Committee)

(March 14, 2013) Report from the Auditor General respecting the Continuous Controls Monitoring Program - Review of City Staff Absenteeism
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58406.pdf

Speakers

Councillor Janet Davis

AU11.6 - Status of Audit Work Plan - Review of Wheel-Trans Services

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Audit Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council receive the report (May 8, 2013) from the Auditor General for information.

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the Auditor General

Summary

The 2012 Audit Work Plan included a project entitled “Toronto Transit Commission – Operational Review of Wheel-Trans.” 

 

The purpose of this report is to advise Audit Committee of the status of this review.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report from the Auditor General - Status of Audit Work Plan - Review of Wheel-Trans Services
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58409.pdf

AU11.7 - Reliable Data is Needed for Effective Fleet Management

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Audit Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request the Director, Fleet Services to ensure all City fuel sites are operating in compliance with corporate operating procedures and standards.

 

2.         City Council request the Director, Fleet Services, in consultation with the Deputy City Managers, to assign and document roles and responsibilities for monitoring fuel use for all City vehicles.

 

3.         City Council request the Director, Fleet Services to report to Government Management Committee, by December 31, 2013, on steps that can be implemented to significantly improve the accuracy of vehicle odometer readings including any revisions necessary to odometer reading criteria for identifying unusual meter readings.

 

4.         City Council request the Director, Fleet Services, in consultation with divisional staff, to develop fuel and vehicle usage exception reports that allow divisional managers to easily identify unusual usage patterns for further examination.

 

5.         City Council request the Director, Fleet Services, in consultation with divisional staff, to develop appropriate procedures and reporting mechanisms for examining and reporting back on action taken, on items identified in fuel and vehicle usage exception reports.  The procedures should include reporting all exceptions, and divisional actions taken, to the appropriate Deputy City Manager.

 

6.         City Council request the Director, Fleet Services to conduct a review of the City’s green fleet vehicles and report to Council on the progress on the City’s Green Fleet Plan.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Audit Committee requested the Chief Corporate Officer, in consultation with the Director, Fleet Services, to report to the Audit Committee on the feasibility, benefits and costs related to utilizing GPS technology across the City's entire fleet.

Origin

(April 18, 2013) Report from the Auditor General

Summary

The Auditor General’s 2013 Work Plan included a review of City fuel use.  The objective of this review was to determine if there are adequate controls in place to monitor fuel used by the City’s fleet.

 

This report contains six recommendations along with a management response to each of the recommendations.  The implementation of these recommendations will improve monitoring and oversight of the City’s fleet and fuel use.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 18, 2013) Report from the Auditor General - Reliable Data is Needed for Effective Fleet Management
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58414.pdf

AU11.8 - Local Road Resurfacing - Contract Management Issues

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Audit Committee recommends that:  

 

1.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to ensure that:

 

            a.         Inspectors use costs sheets to record quantities of material delivered and measurements taken.

 

            b.         All cost sheets are signed-off by the contractor representative, the City Inspector and the Inspector’s supervisor.

 

            c.         Inspectors maintain adequate support for all quantities and measurements recorded on cost sheets.

 

            d.         Supervisors randomly spot check cost sheet measurements and document results of their work.

 

2.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to implement standard procedures for extra work orders and update the Road Operations Inspection Manual accordingly.

 

3.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to ensure that proper supporting documentation is prepared and management approval is obtained for extra work orders.

 

4.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to review opportunities to prevent or detect input errors for data entered into the Toronto Maintenance Management System.

 

5.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to regularly monitor actual quantities of goods and services supplied against tender call quantities, make any inquiries necessary arising from such review and take appropriate action where required.

 

6.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to review the material testing protocol to determine if it meets the requirements for local road resurfacing projects.

 

7.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to ensure the City’s material testing protocol is complied with, corrective action is taken on a timely basis when material test results fail to meet specifications and Divisional staff are adequately trained on testing requirements.

 

8.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to ensure that all City designated testing laboratories are following the correct material testing specifications and tolerances.

 

9.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to ensure that a uniform weight verification protocol is implemented and complied with.

 

10.       City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to require that deficiency lists be prepared and contain adequate evidence indicating all deficiencies are resolved.

 

11.       City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to review and update the Road Operations – Contract Inspection Manual and to communicate to staff and/or provide training on any updated or new procedures.

 

12.       City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to ensure that daily work sheets are completed as required by the Contract Inspection Manual.

 

13.       City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to develop and implement standard financial reports that meet management’s requirements.

 

14.       City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to ensure that approved capital funds are only used for local road resurfacing work.

Origin

(May 10, 2013) Report from the Auditor General

Summary

The Auditor General’s Audit Work Plan included a review of Transportation Services’ Summer Road Maintenance Program.  The Division has recently realigned priorities with more emphasis being placed on road preventive maintenance activities.  As a result, additional capital funding has been allocated to road resurfacing in order to extend the useful life of roads.  In 2012, over $30 million was spent on local road resurfacing contracts.  The objective of this review was to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the management of local road resurfacing contracts.

 

This report contains 14 recommendations along with a management response to each of the recommendations.  The implementation of these recommendations will assist management in their oversight of local road resurfacing contracts.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 10, 2013) Report from the Auditor General - Local Road Resurfacing - Contract Management Issues
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58415.pdf

Speakers

Councillor Janet Davis

AU11.9 - Toronto Water - Review of Construction Contracts

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Audit Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to ensure that revised purchasing documents, where required, are put in place on a timely basis.

 

2.         City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to formalize and document the procedure for calculating estimates provided in tender documents for general repairs.

 

3.         City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to develop criteria and implement procedures to determine when necessary repairs should be the subject of a project specific procurement process.

 

4.         City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to consider incorporating a centralized warranty register in conjunction with any major system changes.

 

5.         City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to ensure payments are made in accordance with contract terms, invoices are only paid after a thorough review to ensure goods and services have been received and appropriate documentation is retained to support all payments.

 

6.         City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to consider the risk of additional errors in areas identified in the Auditor Generals review of invoices and take steps to recover any overpayments identified, including return of any unused material for credit.

 

7.         City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to ensure compliance with the City Change Orders policy and procedures including the retention of appropriate supporting documentation.

 

8.         City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to ensure contractors maintain the minimum levels of insurance coverage as required in their contracts with the City.

 

9.         City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to implement the practice of comparing actual project costs to an established standard and investigate significant differences to the extent appropriate in the circumstances.

 

10.       City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water to ensure the District Contract Services Unit complies with Toronto Water documentation requirements.

 

11.       City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water, to ensure contractor performance is monitored, documented and, where necessary, reported as required by the Capital Works Projects Procurement and Administration Manual.

 

12.       City Council request the General Manager, Toronto Water, in consultation with the Deputy City Manager, to consider including the frequency of reviews, time of final evaluation, opportunities for feedback and required action as part of his current review of contractor performance management practices.

Origin

(May 7, 2013) Report from the Auditor General

Summary

The Auditor General’s 2013Work Plan included a review of construction contracts managed by Toronto Water.  Toronto Water oversees work performed by contractors engaged to install, repair and rehabilitate the City’s water and wastewater systems.  The objective of this review was to assess the extent to which management and administrative controls ensure the City’s interest is protected, payments are accurate and contract terms are enforced.

 

This report contains 12 recommendations along with a management response to each of the recommendations.  The implementation of these recommendations will strengthen controls, and improve the overall effectiveness of contract management and payment processes.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 7, 2013) Report from the Auditor General - Toronto Water - Review of Construction Contracts
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/au/bgrd/backgroundfile-58417.pdf

Community Development and Recreation Committee - Meeting 21

CD21.2 - Toronto Middle Childhood Strategy Implementation Plan

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Community Development and Recreation Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council adopt the Middle Childhood Strategy Implementation Plan, A Time for Action, attached as Appendix A to the report (May 8, 2013) from the General Manager, Children’s Services.

 

2.         City Council request the General Manager of Children's Services in partnership with the General Manager, Parks Forestry and Recreation, to work with Province of Ontario officials across Ministries to explore and align funding opportunities to stabilize and support a system of out-of-school time programming for children aged six to 12.

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Children's Services

Summary

This report introduces The Middle Childhood Strategy Implementation Plan, A Time for Action (attached).  It has been developed to outline how the Middle Childhood Strategy, adopted by Council in October 2012, will be put into action.

 

Across Toronto, six to 12-year old children participate in a variety of out-of-school time programs delivered by a wide range of service providers, and financed through a variety of mechanisms.  The current compilation of out-of-school time providers and funders leads to a fragmented and uncoordinated system of programs with varying degrees of quality. As a result, this system is hard to navigate and difficult to sustain. The Toronto Middle Childhood Strategy sets out the broad goals needed to guide the development of a more effective, coordinated and high quality system.  The Implementation Plan outlines specific tasks for each of the strategy's goals and identifies timelines to ensure progress and action.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Children's Services on Toronto Middle Childhood Strategy Implementation Plan
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58282.pdf
Appendix A - Toronto Middle Childhood Strategy Implementation Plan, A Time for Action (April 2013)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58323.pdf

Speakers

Jane Mercer, Toronto Coalition for Better Childcare
Amanda Penrice, Coalition Coordinator, Middle Childhood Matters Coalition Toronto
Councillor Janet Davis

CD21.4 - Response to the Service Efficiency Study Recommendations for Hostel Services

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
9 - York Centre, 19 - Trinity-Spadina, 20 - Trinity-Spadina, 23 - Willowdale, 27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale, 28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale, 37 - Scarborough Centre, 43 - Scarborough East

Committee Recommendations

The Community Development and Recreation Committee submits the item to City Council without recommendation.

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Shelter, Support and Housing Administration and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management

Summary

In the fall 2011, MCC Workplace Solutions (the "Consultant") was retained by the City Manager to conduct a Service Efficiency Study for the Shelter, Support and Housing Administration Division ("SSHA").  One area of specific focus for this study was to identify and recommend opportunities for improved efficiency and cost savings in the Hostel Services delivery model. The Consultant delivered their report to the City Manager in November 2011. The report included four recommendations aimed at improving the efficiency of the City's emergency shelter operations. This report addresses two recommendations from the Consultant, which proposed the contracting out of services within Hostel Services:

 

           Recommendation 3: Outsource food and facilities services; and

           Recommendation 4: Change the mixed-shelter model to gradually convert five shelters to purchase-of-service contracts.

 

This report provides an update on the due diligence completed by staff and proposed next steps in determining the feasibility of these Service Efficiency Study recommendations. The report seeks Council's approval to issue:

 

1.         a Request for Expression of Interest for the purpose of seeking market interest in providing food services at City directly operated shelters;

 

2.         a Request for Expression of Interest for the purpose of seeking market interest in providing facility services at City directly operated shelters; and

 

3.         a Request for Expression of Interest for the purpose of seeking market interest in providing the shelter services at the City's Fort York Residence, a transitional shelter for men.

 

The results of the Requests for Expression of Interest ("REOI") will be used by staff to determine whether to proceed to a Request for Proposal ("RFP") stage.  A report will be submitted to Council seeking approval prior to proceeding with any procurement call. 

 

Should staff recommend the process proceed to the RFP stage, the City would provide notice in accordance with the Collective Agreements prior to the issuance of the RFP.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Shelter, Support and Housing Administration and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management on Response to the Service Efficiency Study Recommendations for Hostel Services
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58297.pdf
(May 8, 2013) Appendix A - Identification of Shelter Site for Conversion to Purchase-of-Service Operator
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58298.pdf

Speakers

Tim Maguire, President, CUPE Local 79 (Submission Filed)
John Campey, Social Planning Toronto (Submission Filed)
Said Dirie, Housing Action Now
Susan Gapka
Councillor Janet Davis

Communications (Committee)

(May 23, 2013) Submission from Tim Maguire, President, CUPE Local 79 (CD.New.CD21.4.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/comm/communicationfile-37484.pdf
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from John Campey, Executive Director, Social Planning Toronto (CD.New.CD21.4.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/comm/communicationfile-37558.pdf

CD21.6 - Access, Equity and Human Rights Investment Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
The Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration has submitted a supplementary report on this Item (CD21.6a with recommendations)

Committee Recommendations

The Community Development and Recreation Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the 2013 Access, Equity and Human Rights Investment Program allocations totalling $799,900.00 to 24 organizations as recommended in Appendices A and B to the report (May 8, 2013) from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration.

 

2.         City Council direct that an amount of $39,670.00 be held for appeals.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Community Development and Recreation Committee:

 

1.         Referred the following appeals to the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration for further review, and to report directly to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013:

 

Dejinta Beesha Somali Multi Service Centre (Application 20)

Harriet Tubman Community Organization (Application 33)

Iranian Women's Organization of Ontario (Application 37)

Manantial Neighbourhood Services Inc. (Application 39)

Northwood Neighbourhood Services (Application 44)

Ogaden Somali Community Association of Ontario (Application 45)

La Passerelle-I.D.E. (Application 50)

S.E.A.S. Centre (Application 53)

SKETCH Working Arts (Application 58)

Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office for Social and Multicultural Development (Application 62)

Toronto Coalition for Better Child Care (Application 63)

 

2.         Requested the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration, to report to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013, on the funding required to fund the eligible proposals that have appealed under this investment program.

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration

Summary

This report recommends funding under the 2013 Access, Equity and Human Rights (AEHR) Investment Program. Of the 73 applications received, 24 are recommended for funding of $799,900.00. An amount of $39,670.00 has been held for appeals.

 

The purpose of the Access, Equity and Human Rights Investment Program is to help achieve a positive race relations and human rights climate in Toronto and promote community participation by equity-seeking groups. Equity-seeking groups are those facing individual and systemic discrimination and disadvantage because of shared characteristics such as ethnic origin, immigration status, gender, age, sexual orientation and disability. Community participation is defined in this context as participation in economic, social, civic, education and/or volunteer opportunities.

 

The funding provided through the AEHR program is used to address human rights, accessibility, equity, discrimination and hate crime concerns in their neighbourhoods and communities. By providing funding to community organizations, the City is able to promote access, equity and respect for human rights in more ways than it would be able to accomplish on its own.

 

AEHR funded activities work to eliminate barriers and address the underlying issues of discrimination, accessibility, equity and bias experienced by equity-seeking groups. Time-limited and outcome-focused projects utilize advocacy and community engagement strategies to achieve positive changes in public awareness, participation, support, partnerships, attitudes, or policy discussions and/or practices within systems and institutions.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report with Appendix A from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Access, Equity and Human Rights Investment Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58273.pdf
Appendix B - Access, Equity and Human Rights Investment Program - Detailed Project Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58274.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

(June 4, 2013) Supplementary report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Access, Equity and Human Rights - 2013 Appeals Recommendations and Appendix A (CD21.6a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59258.pdf
Appendix B - Access, Equity and Human Rights Investment Program - Detailed Appeals Report Project Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59259.pdf

Speakers

Mohamed Hassan, Executive Director, Ogaden Somali Community Association Of Ontario (Submission Filed)
Richard Lee, Senior Community Programs Director, Support Enchance Access Service Centre (S.E.A.S)
Ruth Mejia, Manantial Neighbourhood Services Inc.
Ahmed Hussein, Director of Programs and Services, Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office for Social & Multicultural Development (TNO)
Victor Beausoleil , Harriet Tubman Community Organization
Jamila Aman, Northwood Neighbourhood Services
Jane Mercer, Toronto Coalition for Better Child Care
Mohamed Gilao, Executive Director, Dejinta Beesha Somali Multi Service Centre
Afie Mardukhi, Iranian Women's Organization of Ontario
Afsaneh Borzooel, Financial Co-ordinator, Iranian Women's Organization of Ontario

Communications (Committee)

(May 21, 2013) Letter from Rose Gutierrez, Program Director, SKETCH Working Arts (CD.New.CD21.6.1)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Roberto Jovel, Senior Manager, La Passerelle (CD.New.CD21.6.2)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Iranian Women's Organization of Ontario (CD.New.CD21.6.3)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Mohamed Hassan, Executive Director, Ogaden Somali Community Association of Ontario (OSCAO) (CD.New.CD21.6.4)

CD21.7 - Community Festivals and Special Events Investment Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
The Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration has submitted a supplementary report on this Item (CD21.7a with recommendations)

Committee Recommendations

The Community Development and Recreation Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the 2013 Community Festivals and Special Events Investment Program (CFSE) allocations totalling $103,750.00 to 13 organizations as recommended in Appendices A and B to the report (May 8, 2013) from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration.

 

2.         City Council direct an amount of $15,550.00 be held for appeals.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Community Development and Recreation Committee:

 

1.         Referred the following appeals to the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration for further review, and to report directly to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013:

 

Better Living Health and Community Services (Application 10)

Bloor Ossington Folk Festival (Application 13)

Doorsteps Neighbourhood Services (Application 24)

Eritrean Canadian Association of Ontario (Application 26)

Franklin Horner Community Centre (Application 28)

Harriet Tubman Community Organization (Application 33)

Jane and Finch Unity (Application 35)

Oakwood Village Community Association (Application 45)

Scadding Court Community Centre (Application 51)

Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office for Social and Multicultural Development (Application 61)

UforChange Movement (Application 62)

 

2.         Requested the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration, to report to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013, on the funding required to fund the eligible proposals that have appealed under this investment program.

 

3.         Referred the following motion to the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration for appropriate action:

 

            Motion 1 by Councillor Moeser

 

            "That the Port Union Waterfront Festival be considered for Community and Special Events Funding for 2014.  Funding to be a maximum of $10,000.00."

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration

Summary

This report recommends funding under the 2013 Community Festivals and Special Events (CFSE) Investment Program. Of the 66 applications received, 13 are recommended for funding of $103,750.00. An amount of $15,550.00 has been held for appeals.

 

CFSE provides time-limited, developmental or seed funding to help small and medium-scale community-based not-for-profit festivals and events start or grow. Organizers are encouraged to increase their effectiveness and work towards the sustainability of the event.

 

Funded events help build social cohesion and inclusion across communities, as well as contribute to a community's safety and economic vitality.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report with Appendix A from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Community Festivals and Special Events Investment Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58295.pdf
Appendix B - Community Festivals and Special Events (CFSE) Investment Program - Detailed Event Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58296.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

(June 4, 2013) Supplementary report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Community Festivals and Special Events Program - 2013 Appeals Recommendations and Appendix A (CD21.7a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59261.pdf
Appendix B - Community Festivals and Special Events Investment Program - Detailed Appeals Report Project Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59263.pdf

Speakers

Claudia Sara De Simone, Chair, Oakwood Village Community Association (Submission Filed)
Nikki Toten, Manager of Development and Community Engagement, Scadding Court Community Centre (Submission Filed)
Navina Dey, Volunteer & Diversity Coordinator, Franklin Horner Community Centre (Submission Filed)
Tamer Ibrahim, Operations & Development Lead, UforChange Movement
Nawal Al-Busaidi, Manager Family, Children and Youth Services, Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office for Social & Multicultural Development (TNO)
Ekua Walcott, Executive Director, Harriet Tubman Community Organization
Amelia Laidlaw, Bloor Ossington Folk Festival
Andrea Tabnor, Jane and Finch Unity
Susan Milankov, Volunteer & Diversity Co-ordinator, Franklin Horner Community Centre (Submission Filed)
Orit Adose, Youth Worker Program Facilitator, Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office
Kristjan Harris, Bloor Ossington Folk Festival

Communications (Committee)

(May 23, 2013) Submission from Navina Dey and Susan Milankov, Franklin Horner Community Centre (CD.New.CD21.7.1)
(February 26, 2013) E-mail from Cristina Juarez and Majella Colleman, Bloor Ossington Folk Festival (CD.New.CD21.7.2)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Glenn Patterson Beardsley, Director of Development, Better Living Health and Community Services (CD.New.CD21.7.3)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Carol Thames, Doorsteps Neighbourhood Services (CD.New.CD21.7.4)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Nikki Toten, Scadding Court Community Centre (CD.New.CD21.7.5)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Tekle Haile, Director of Fundraising and Sport, Eritrean Canadian Association of Ontario (CD.New.CD21.7.6)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Tekle Haile, Director of Fundraising and Sport, Eritrean Canadian Association of Ontario (CD.New.CD21.7.7)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/comm/communicationfile-37588.pdf
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Claudia Sara De Simone, Oakwood Village Community Centre (CD.New.CD21.7.8)

CD21.8 - Community Recreation Investment Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
The Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration has submitted a supplementary report on this Item (CD21.8a with recommendations)

Committee Recommendations

The Community Development and Recreation Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the 2013 Community Recreation Investment Program (Community Recreation) allocations totalling $449,800.00 to 14 organizations as recommended in Appendices A and B to the report (May 8, 2013) from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration.

 

2.         City Council direct that an amount of $30,200.00 be held for appeals.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Community Development and Recreation Committee:

 

1.         Referred the following appeals to the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration for further review, and to report directly to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013:

 

ArtHeart Community Art Centre (Application 5)

Bikes Without Borders (Application 7)

Canadian Tamil Youth Development Centre (Application 11)

Community Outreach Programs in Addictions (Application 14)

Don Mills Family Health Team (Application 16)

Doorsteps Neighbourhood Services (Application 17)

Eritrean Canadian Association of Ontario (Application 19)

Harriet Tubman Organization (Application 28)

Heritage Skills Development Centre (Application 29)

Iranian Women's Organization of Ontario (Application 31)

Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office for Social and Multicultural Development (Application 48)

Trailblazers Tandem Cycling Club (Application 51)

Valley Park Community Association (Application 52)

 

2.         Requested the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration, to report to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013, on the funding required to fund the eligible proposals that have appealed under this investment program.

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration

Summary

This report recommends funding under the 2013 Community Recreation Investment (Community Recreation) Program. Of the 57 applications received, 14 are recommended for funding of $449,800.00. An amount of $30,200.00 has been held for appeals.

 

Community Recreation provides short-term funding to time-limited and outcome-focused projects that contribute to the City's goal of increasing participation in recreation activities that support social and physical development. The program makes resources available to community-based, not-for-profit groups that are in a unique position to reach those with the greatest need and ensure recreational activities reflect diverse needs.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report with Appendix A from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Community Recreation Investment Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58269.pdf
Appendix B - Recreation Investment Program - Detailed Project Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58270.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

(June 4, 2013) Supplementary report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Community Recreation Investment Program - 2013 Appeals Recommendations and Appendix A (CD21.8a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59250.pdf
Appendix B - 2013 Community Recreation Investment Program - Detailed Appeals Report Project Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59251.pdf

Speakers

Yan Gao & Adijatukubra Musa, Don Mills Family Health Team
Michael Schukas, Board Secretary, Heritage Skills Development Centre
Lynda Spinney, President, Trailblazers Tandem Cycling Club (Submission Filed)
Ahmed Hussein, Director of Programs and Services, Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office for Social & Multicultural Development (TNO)
Ekua Walcott, Executive Director, Harriet Tubman Community Organization
Jamila Aman, Doorsteps Neighbourhood Services

Communications (Committee)

(May 22, 2013) Submission from Lynda Spinney, President, TRAILBLAZERS Tandem Cycling Club (CD.New.CD21.8.1)
(May 22, 2013) E-mail from Lisa Grogan-Green, Co-chair with Aparna Mishra, Executive Director, Valley Park Go Green Cricket Field Project (CD.New.CD21.8.2)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Carol Thames, Doorsteps Neighbourhood Services (CD.New.CD21.8.3)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Vera Voroskolevska, Program Manager, Community Outreach Program in Addictions (COPA) (CD.New.CD21.8.4)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Bernadette Wycks, Program Manager, ArtHeart Community Art Centre's (CD.New.CD21.8.5)
(May 23, 2013) Letter from Councillor John Parker, Ward 26 Don Valley West (CD.New.CD21.8.6)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/comm/communicationfile-37577.pdf
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Richard Randall, President, Victoria Park Cricket Club (CD.New.CD21.8.7)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Vathanan Jeegatheesan, Operations Manager, Canadian Tamil Youth Development Centre (CD.New.CD21.8.8)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Charity Lebeanya, Scarborough East Youth Recreational Project (SEYRP) (CD.New.CD21.8.9)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Tekle Haile, Director of Fundraising and Sport, Eritrean Canadian Association of Ontario (CD.New.CD21.8.10)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/comm/communicationfile-37589.pdf
(May 23, 2013) Letter from Tanya Smith, Bikes Without Borders (CD.New.CD21.8.11)

CD21.9 - Community Safety Investment Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
The Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration has submitted a supplementary report on this Item (CD21.9a with recommendations)

Committee Recommendations

The Community Development and Recreation Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the 2013 Community Safety Investment Program allocations totalling $683,750.00 to 19 organizations as recommended in Appendices A and B to the report (May 8, 2013) from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration.

 

2.         City Council direct that an amount of $38,150.00 be held for appeals.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Community Development and Recreation Committee:

 

1.         Referred the following appeals to the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration for further review, and to report directly to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013:

 

Boost Child Prevention and Intervention (Application 6)

Canadian Centre for Women’s Education and Development (Application 8)

Children’s Peace Theatre (Application 14)

Eritrean Youth Collective (Application 25)

FWord The Forgiveness Project (Application 30)

Heritage Skills Development Canada (Application 31)

Loyan Foundation (Application 38)

Ontario Justice Education Network (Application 49)

Oromo Canadian Community Association of GTA (Application 52)

Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office for Social and Multicultural Development (Application 64)

York-Fairview Centre for Seniors (Application 72)

 

2.         Requested the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration, to report to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013, on the funding required to fund the eligible proposals that have appealed under this investment program.

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration

Summary

This report recommends funding under the 2013 Community Safety Investment (CSI) Program. Of the 72 applications received, 19 are recommended for funding of $683,750.00. An amount of $38,150.00 has been held for appeals.

 

The purpose of the Community Safety Investment Program is to help create safe communities for people in Toronto. Community-led efforts to respond to local safety issues help create opportunities for people to work together to build stronger communities and prevent violence. CSI makes resources available to organizations that are in a unique position to reach vulnerable communities with information, prevention activities and situation-specific responses. The time-limited and outcome-focused projects funded through the program help create safer places for everyone.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report with Appendix A from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Community Safety Investment Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58267.pdf
Appendix B - Community Safety Investment Program - Detailed Project Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58268.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

(June 4, 2013) Supplementary report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Community Safety Investment Program - 2013 Appeals Recommendations and Appendix A (CD21.9a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59252.pdf
Appendix B - 2013 Community Safety Investment Program - Detailed Appeals Report Project Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59253.pdf

Speakers

Karyn Kennedy, Executive Director, Boost Child Prevention and Intervention
Charity Lebeanya, Executive Director, Heritage Skills Development Centre (Submission Filed)
Nawal Al-Busaidi , Manager, Family, Children and Youth Services , Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office for Social & Multicultural Development (TNO)
Tara Muldoon, FWord Forgiveness Project
Deuvane Francis, FWord Foregiveness Project
Demissew Guta, Oromo Canadian Community Association of GTA
Mohamed Gilao, Loyan Foundation
Karen Emerson, Children's Peace Theatre
Sylvia Seo, Director of Programs, Ontario Justice Education Network

Communications (Committee)

(May 23, 2013) Submission from Charity Lebeanya, Scarborough East Family Safety Initiative (CD.New.CD21.9.1)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Mara Clarke, Director of Strategic Initiatives for Ontario Justice Education Network (OJEN) (CD.New.CD21.9.2)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Demissew Guta, Executive Director Oromo Canadian Community Association (CD.New.CD21.9.3)
(May 21, 2013) E-mail from Juwaher Yusuf, Operations Manager, Eritrean Youth Collective (CD.New.CD21.9.4)

CD21.10 - Community Service Partnerships Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
The Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration has submitted a supplementary report on this Item (CD21.10a with recommendations)

Committee Recommendations

The Community Development and Recreation Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the 2013 Community Service Partnerships allocation recommendations totalling of $14,334,485.00 from the 2013 budget to 213 organizations that requested funding as described in Appendix A to the report (May 8, 2013) from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration.

 

2.         City Council direct that an amount of $31,565.00 be held from the Community Service Partnerships 2013 Approved Operating Budget for appeals of recommendations for new and increased funding.

 

3.         City Council direct that an amount of $15,000.00 be held from the Community Service Partnerships 2013 Approved Operating Budget to administer claims by eligible seniors through the snow shovelling program.

 

4.         City Council delegate authority to the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration to re-allocate 2013 Community Service Partnerships funds that are not used during the funding year by approved organizations to other Community Service Partnerships approved organizations.

 

5.         City Council request the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration to report on any re-allocation of 2013 Community Service Partnerships funds to City Council in the 2014 Community Service Partnerships allocation recommendations report.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Community Development and Recreation Committee:

 

1.         Referred the following appeals to the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration for further review, and to report directly to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013:

 

Applegrove Community Complex (Application 11)

Cabbagetown Youth Centre Inc. (Application 25)

Cecil Community Centre (Application 35)

Community Information Fairview (Application 48)

Downsview Services for Seniors (Application 64)

For Youth Initiative in Toronto (Application 84)

Franklin Horner Community Centre (Application 85)

Jamaican Canadian Association (Application 95)

La Passerelle-I.D.E. (Application 137)

Lakeshore Area Multi-Service Project (Application 103)

Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line (Application 108)

Neighbourhood Information Centre (Application 120)

Senior Tamils’ Centre of Ontario (Application 156)

Tropicana Community Services Organization (Application 190)

 

2.         Requested the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration, to report to City Council for its meeting on June 11, 2013, on the funding required to fund the eligible proposals that have appealed under this investment program.

 

3.         Requested the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration to review the appeals process currently used for Community Partnership and Investment Programs and report on options to improve the process.

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration

Summary

This report provides recommendations for Community Service Partnerships program grants (CSP), which provides ongoing support to community-based organizations that advance Council's strategic goals and priorities by working to improve social outcomes for vulnerable, marginalized and high-risk communities.  

 

For 2013, 213 eligible organizations requested a total of $15,919,146.86 to support the operation of community programs. These requests include a total of $2,530,601.83 for new or increased support from 87 organizations for 156 programs.

 

This report recommends the allocation of $14,334,485.00 to 213 organizations supporting 500 programs. This represents an increase to last year's allocation due to additional funding approved by Council in the 2013 budget process. This funding was approved in recognition of cost of living pressures on community based service delivery agencies, therefore there is no service level adjustment associated with the increase.

 

Of these recommended funds, $470,880.00 will be used to support new or enhanced programming in 30 programs, and the remainder will be used to maintain existing programs at 2012 service levels.

 

An additional $15,000.00 of the approved funding has been held to administer claims by eligible seniors through the consolidated snow-shovelling program. A total of $31,565.00 of the approved funding of the CSP 2013 Operating Budget has been held for appeals of the recommendations for new and increased funding.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Community Service Partnerships Program - 2013 Allocation Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58290.pdf
Appendix A - 2013 Community Service Partnerships - Allocation Recommendations for all applicants
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58291.pdf
Appendix B - 2013 Community Service Partnerships - New, Increased or Decreased Allocation Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58292.pdf
Appendix C - 2013 Requests for New or Increased funding Identified as High Priority and Not Recommended due to lack of funding
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58293.pdf
Appendix D - 2013 Community Service Partnerships - Detailed summary sheets
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58294.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

(June 4, 2013) Supplementary report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Community Service Partnerships Program - 2013 Appeals Recommendations and Appendix A (CD21.10a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59254.pdf
Appendix B - 2013 Community Service Partnerships - Appeals Summary Sheets
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59257.pdf

Speakers

Alexander Lovell, For Youth Initiative in Toronto
Victor Joong, Cecil Community Centre (Submission Filed)
Susan Fletcher, Executive Director, Applegrove Community Complex (Submission Filed)
Navina Day, Volunteer and Diversity Coordinator, Franklin Horner Community Centre (Submission Filed)
Murray Gaudreau, Neighbourhood Information Centre (Submission Filed)
Susan Milankov, Volunteer and Diversity Co-ordinator, Franklin Horner Community Centre (Submission Filed)
Rob Smalley, Acting Chair, Neighbourhood Information Centre (Submission Filed)
Tanya Gerber, Interim Executive Director, Neighbourhood Information Centre (Submission Filed)
Jamila Aman, Doorsteps Neighbourhood Services

Communications (Committee)

(May 22, 2013) E-mail from Bill Worrell, Director Healthy Communities (Russ Ford, Executive Director) LAMP Community Health Centre (CD.New.CD21.10.1)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Iam H. Lavery, Community Information Fairview (CD.New.CD21.10.2)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Robert Jovel, Senior Manager, La Passerelle (CD.New.CD21.10.3)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Navina Dey and Susan Milankov, Franklin Horner Community Centre (CD.New.CD21.10.4)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from S.M.J. Emmanuel, Senior Tamils' Centre of Ontario (CD.New.CD21.10.5)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Carmen Brown Harper, Tropicana Community Services (CD.New.CD21.10.6)
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Everton Gordon, Interim Chief Executive Officer, The Jamaican Canadian Association (CD.New.CD21.10.7)
(May 23, 2013) Letter from N. Gitanjali Lena Interim Executive Director, Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line (CD.New.CD21.10.8)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Susan Fletcher, Executive Director, Applegrove Community Complex (CD.New.CD21.10.9)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Victor Joong, Program Director, Cecil Community Centre (CD.New.CD21.10.10)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/comm/communicationfile-37580.pdf
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Murray Gaudreau, Former Board Chair, Tanya Gerber, Interim Executive Director, Rob Smalley, Board Chair, Neighbourhood Information Centre (CD.New.CD21.10.11)
(May 23, 2013) Submission from Downsview Services for Seniors (CD.New.CD21.10.12)
(May 23, 2013) Letter from Spiros Papathanasakis, Executive Director, Cabbagetown Youth Centre Inc. (CD.New.CD21.10.13)
(May 22, 2013) Letter from Doreen Kurchak, President, York-Fairbank Centre for Seniors (CD.New.CD21.10.14)

CD21.11 - Service Development Investment Program (SDIP) 2013 Allocation Recommendations

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Community Development and Recreation Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the 2013 Service Development Investment Program allocations totalling $433,090.00 to 12 organizations as described in Appendices A and B of the report (May 3, 2013) from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration.  Appendix A contains a financial summary of the recommendations. Appendix B contains individual Summary Sheets for each of the recommended agencies.

Origin

(May 3, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration

Summary

This report recommends that $433,090.00 be allocated to 12 organizations for capacity development activities within neighbourhood improvement areas.

 

The Service Development Investment Program (SDIP) provides multi-year project funding to support coalitions and not-for-profit organizations develop a community’s capacity to understand local issues and build effective responses and partnerships. SDIP is a unique funding program, offering opportunities for non-traditional groups and organizations that may be high risk due to lack of a track record. The particular focus is on developing capacity within neighbourhood improvement areas for initiating local responses and for projects that support service stabilization for priority neighbourhoods.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 3, 2013) Report with Appendix A from the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration on Service Development Investment Program (SDIP) 2013 Allocation Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58271.pdf
Appendix B - 2013 Service Development Investment Program Project Descriptions
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cd/bgrd/backgroundfile-58272.pdf

Economic Development Committee - Meeting 22

ED22.1 - Economic Impact of 100th Grey Cup

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Attention
Mayor's 2nd Key Matter to be considered at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11th

Committee Recommendations

The Economic Development Committee recommends that:

 

1.          City Council offer congratulations to the Toronto Argonauts on winning the 100th Grey Cup, on hosting a very successful 2012 Grey Cup Festival and to Commissioner of the Canadian Football League, Mark Cohon.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Economic Development Committee received with thanks the presentation from Chris Rudge, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Argonauts Football Club, on the economic impact of the 100th Grey Cup.

Summary

Chris Rudge, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Argonauts Football Club, will give a presentation on the Economic Impact of 100th Grey Cup.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 22, 2013) Presentation - Economic Impact of 100th Grey Cup
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58473.pdf

Speakers

Chris Rudge, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Argonauts Football Club

ED22.3 - Creative Capital Gains: Arts and Culture Funding Update (Implementation Action 9)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Economic Development Committee recommends that:

 

1.         the following paragraph be added to the Principles for Funding as described in the report (May 14, 2013) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture:

 

"Economic Growth - Creative industries can make a significant contribution to economic growth and job creation as identified in the City's new economic strategy, Collaborating for Competitiveness.  Strengthening key sectors to attract investment and stimulate employment by showcasing and marketing Toronto as a regional, national and international centre of creativity and talent is important to sustainable success."

 

2.         City Council endorse the Principles and Priorities for the implementation of Creative Capital Gains resulting from the community consultation process as amended and outlined in the report (May 14, 2013) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and as further amended by Recommendation 1.

 

3.         City Council direct the General Manager of Economic Development and Culture to use these Principles and Priorities, as amended, to guide the preparation of Business Cases for the 2014 Operating Budget process.

 

4.         City Council request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to work with Toronto Arts Council to better identify the City of Toronto as the funder of Toronto Arts Council Grants.

Origin

(May 14, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture

Summary

City Council requested that the General Manager of Economic Development and Culture work with the Creative Capital Advisory Council and representatives of beautifulcity.ca in the development of a 4-year implementation plan based on the Creative Capital Gains strategy to achieve $25 per capita spending for arts and culture.

 

Creative Capital Gains Report was unanimously endorsed by City Council in May 2011 and included five key areas for City investment:

 

-           Ensure a supply of affordable, sustainable cultural space.

-           Ensure access and opportunity for cultural participation to all citizens regardless of age, ethnicity, ability, sexual orientation, geography, or socioeconomic status.

-           Support the development of creative clusters and emerging cultural scenes to capitalize on their potential as generators of jobs and economic growth.

-           Promote its cultural institutions, festivals and other assets to enhance its position as a Creative City regionally, nationally, and internationally.

-           Keep pace with international competitors by making a firm commitment to sustain Toronto's cultural sector and position Toronto as a leading, globally competitive Creative Capital.

 

Economic Development and Culture staff worked with the Toronto Arts Council, representatives of the Creative Capital Advisory Council, and beautifulcity.ca to consult the community and stakeholders.  This report outlines community input on the principles and priorities for new investments, the timelines for additional spending, the desired outcomes, and the appropriate performance indicators to measure impact and success.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 13, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture on Creative Capital Gains: Arts and Culture Funding Update (Implementation Action 9)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58248.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Appendix 1 - Creating Value with Increased Investment in the Arts: Results of the City of Toronto and Toronto Arts Council consultation with Toronto’s cultural sector 2013
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58387.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Appendix 2 - Investing in Arts and Culture - Calendar of Consultations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58607.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Appendix 3 - Creative Capital Investment Survey: Summary Report and Graphs
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58632.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Appendix 4 - Toronto Arts Council Priorities for New Funding, 2013-2016
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58634.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Appendix 5 - Local Arts Service Organizations Joint Business Plan
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58608.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Appendix 6 - FilmOntario and Toronto Film Board joint submission
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58635.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Appendix 7 - Music Canada submission
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58636.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Appendix 8 - BeautifulCity.ca Mandate and Use of the BTax Revenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58609.pdf

Speakers

Robert J. Foster , Co-Chair, Creative Capital Gains
Claire Hopkinson, Director and Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Arts Council
Laurie-Shawn Borzovoy, Chair, UrbanArts (Submission Filed)
Che Kothari, Manifesto/ArtReach
Ankita Kumar-Ratta, Soulpepper Theatre Company

Communications (Committee)

(May 22, 2013) Submission from Laurie-Shawn Borzovoy, Chair of Urban Arts (ED.New.ED22.3.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/comm/communicationfile-37475.pdf

ED22.4 - Collaboration for Competitiveness: Terms of Reference - Economic Growth and Job Creation Advisory Committee (Implementation Action 3)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Economic Development Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the attached Terms of Reference in the report (April 26, 2013) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, for the Economic Growth and Job Creation Advisory Committee.

 

2.         City Council request the General Manager of Economic Development and Culture Division to report to Council annually summarizing the Advisory Committee's activities and accomplishments.

Origin

(April 26, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture

Summary

This report seeks Council approval of the Terms of Reference for the Economic Growth and Job Creation Advisory Committee.  The role of the Advisory Committee is to provide advice to the Mayor and Council in regards to improving the business climate within the City to encourage economic growth; foster job creation; improve Toronto's finances; and achieve the objectives and targets articulated in Collaborating for Competitiveness strategic plan.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 26, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture on Collaboration for Competitiveness: Terms of Reference - Economic Growth and Job Creation Advisory Committee (Implementation Action 3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58223.pdf
(April 26, 2013) Terms of Reference - Economic Growth and Job Creation Advisory Committee
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58328.pdf

ED22.5 - 2013-2017 Community Arts Action Plan for Toronto

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Economic Development Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council endorse the 2013-2017 Community Arts Action Plan for Toronto which comprises recommendations from the Community Arts Action Plan External Advisory Committee.

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture

Summary

This report provides the Economic Development Committee with an updated 2013–2017 Community Arts Action Plan for Toronto and addresses the community arts sector questions raised at the October 16, 2012 meeting of Economic Development Committee.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture on 2013-2017 Community Arts Action Plan for Toronto
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58224.pdf
(May 8, 2013) Appendix 1 - Local Arts Service Organizations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58264.pdf

Communications (Committee)

(May 22, 2013) Submission from Laurie-Shawn Borzovoy, Chair of Urban Arts (ED.New.ED22.5.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/comm/communicationfile-37477.pdf

ED22.6 - Albion Islington Square Business Improvement Area (BIA) - Minor Boundary Expansion

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
1 - Etobicoke North
Attention
Bills 844 and 845 have been submitted on this Item.

Committee Recommendations

The Economic Development Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council designate the area described by Attachment 1 to the report (April 23, 2013) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture as the amended Albion Islington Square Business Improvement area under Chapter 19 of the Toronto Municipal Code.

 

2.         City Council direct the City Solicitor to submit a by-law to designate the area described in Attachment 1 to the report (April 23, 2013) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture as a Business Improvement Area.

 

3.         City Council grant the City Solicitor authority to amend Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas, as necessary, to reflect the expanded boundaries of the Albion Islington Square Business Improvement Area.

Origin

(April 23, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture

Summary

The purpose of this report is to recommend a minor expansion of the Albion Islington Square Business Improvement Area (BIA) to include 1155 Albion Road.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 23, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture on Albion Islington Square Business Improvement Area (BIA) - Minor Boundary Expansion
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58144.pdf

ED22.7 - Approval for the Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation, Technology (IMIT) Financial Incentive Program - 1 York Street

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Bill 814 has been submitted on this Item.

Committee Recommendations

The Economic Development Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation and Technology Program application submitted by 1 York Street Inc. for a new office development at 1 York Street.

 

2.         City Council authorize the General Manager of Economic Development and Culture to negotiate and execute a Financial Incentive Agreement in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

Origin

(May 8, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture

Summary

This report recommends approval of an application to the Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation and Technology (IMIT) Financial Incentive Program submitted by 1 York Street Inc. (Menkes Developments Ltd. and HOOPP Realty Inc.) for a new office building to be constructed at 1 York Street. Council approval is required for IMIT projects with a construction value greater than $150 million. This project has an estimated construction value of $230 million, and meets all eligibility criteria of the IMIT program.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 8, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture on Approval for the Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation, Technology (IMIT) Financial Incentive Program - 1 York Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58176.pdf

Speakers

Jim Leon, Chief Financial Officer, Menkes Developments Ltd.
Peter Menkes, President - Commercial, Menkes Developments

ED22.8 - 2013 Major Cultural Organizations Allocation

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
The General Manager, Economic Development and Culture has submitted a supplementary report on this Item (ED22.8a with recommendations)

Communication ED22.8.1 has been submitted on this item

Committee Recommendations

The Economic Development Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the allocation of the cultural investment of $6,755,000.00 to the following organizations:

 

Organization

Amount

Art Gallery of Ontario

$575,000

Canada's National Ballet School

$149,000

Canadian Opera Company

$1,410,000

Festival Management Committee

(Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto)

$525,000

George R. Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art

$146,000

National Ballet of Canada

$1,230,000

Toronto Artscape Inc

$315,000

Toronto International Film Festival Group

$950,000

Toronto Festival of Arts, Culture and

Creativity (Luminato)

$250,000

Toronto Symphony Orchestra

$1,205,000

TOTAL

$6,755,000

 

2.         The balance of the 2013 instalment payments to the Art Gallery of Ontario, Canadian Opera Company, Festival Management Committee, National Ballet of Canada, Toronto Artscape Inc., Toronto International Film Festival Group, and Toronto Symphony Orchestra be made as one payment following the adoption of the recommended allocations by City Council, and that monthly instalments to these organizations resume in January 2014.

 

3.         City Council approve the addition of Toronto Artscape Inc. to the Major Cultural Organizations program.

 

4.         City Council approve the transfer of funds from the 2013 allocation for Toronto Artscape Inc. to the Major Cultural Organizations program.

Origin

(May 3, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture

Summary

This report recommends that City Council approve funding allocations for ten not-for-profit organizations that have applied for municipal support through the Major Cultural Organizations Program operated by Cultural Services, Economic Development and Culture.

 

The report outlines ten allocations to: the Art Gallery of Ontario; Canada's National Ballet School; Canadian Opera Company; Festival Management Committee (Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto); George R. Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art; National Ballet of Canada; Toronto Artscape Inc.; Toronto Festival of Arts, Culture and Creativity (Luminato); Toronto International Film Festival Group; and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra for a total of $6,755,000.00.

 

An allocation to Pride Toronto will be recommended directly to Council following the decision of the Executive Committee on item EX31.2 Report on Amendments to City of Toronto Anti-Discrimination Policies.

 

The total program fund for these allocations is based on the 2013 approved budget, including $600,000 to be transferred from the Third Party Sign Tax reserve fund in July 2013. It also includes the annual grant allocation for Toronto Artscape Incorporated which has been reviewed with the Major Cultural Organizations since 1998. Artscape meets all the criteria of the program and this report seeks authority to formalize the inclusion of Artscape within the Major Cultural Organizations program.

 

Major Cultural Organizations deliver unique artistic programming that strengthens the richness and diversity of Toronto's cultural sector.  They demonstrate leadership in community education and outreach, volunteer opportunities, audience development, and they support other community arts and cultural organizations. They have significant economic and cultural impact, and lead Toronto's culture sector in creating jobs and wealth, attracting visitors, contributing to the City's economic prosperity, and making Toronto an internationally recognized cultural destination.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 3, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture on 2013 Major Cultural Organizations Allocation
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58204.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

(June 3, 2013) Supplementary report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture on 2013 Major Cultural Organizations Allocation - Pride Toronto Funding (ED22.8a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59220.pdf

Communications (City Council)

(June 11, 2013) E-mail from Avi Benlolo, President and CEO, Canada, Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center For Holocaust Studies (CC.New.ED22.8.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37940.pdf

ED22.9 - 2013 Local Arts Service Organizations (LASOs) Grant Allocation

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Economic Development Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the Arts and Culture funding allocations totalling $833,410 to six LASOs (Local Arts Service Organizations) as follows:

 

Organization

Funding Allocation

Arts Etobicoke

$253,530

Lakeshore Arts

$121,140

Scarborough Arts

$138,105

UrbanArts Community Arts Council

$120,635

East End Arts

$100,000

North York Arts

$100,000

Total

$833,410

 

2.         City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture

Summary

This report seeks City Council approval on the recommended funding allocations for the six non-profit organizations that have applied for municipal support through the Local Arts Service Organizations (LASOs) Program.

 

The arts are an integral part of a healthy culture, nourishing creativity and providing social and economic benefit. Community arts provide significant value to both communities and artists. The LASOs are community-based arts and cultural organizations that are essential to a vibrant community arts infrastructure for the City and are an important building block for healthy and cohesive communities. As incorporated charitable organizations dedicated to community engagement through the arts, the existing four LASOs have sound financial management systems, governance structures, and solid, sustainable community outreach arts programming, activities and events.  Public funding is necessary as the organizations are not fully self-supporting through private donations and self-generated income.

 

Two new LASOs, North York Arts (formed in 2011) and East End Arts (Working Group formed in 2011) are emerging as local arts catalysts in their respective geographic areas per Recommendation 2.3 "Establish Local Arts Service Organizations in North York and East York" in the Creative Capital Gains: An Action Plan for Toronto, adopted by Council in 2011. Currently being incubated by the Toronto Arts Foundation, an incorporated (1995) non profit charitable organization which aims to connect every Toronto neighbourhood with the transformative social economic benefits of the arts, the two new LASOs are also included within the 2013 Local Arts Service Organization grant program.

 

Allocation recommendations presented in this report are based on the review by Cultural Services staff and an external peer advisory panel.  Cultural Services staff manage the program and reviewed the funding applications with due diligence and in compliance with the City of Toronto’s Grants Policy adopted by Council on December 16 and 17, 1998.

 

A total of $533,410 is included in the Economic Development and Culture 2013 Approved Operating Budget to fund the existing four Local Service Arts Organizations.

 

Additional new funds in the amount of $300,000 from the Third Party Sign Tax are included in the Economic Development and Culture 2013 Approved Operating Budget to enhance funding for the four existing LASOs as well as to support the two new ones.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture on 2013 Local Arts Service Organizations (LASOs) Grant Allocation
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-58205.pdf

Government Management Committee - Meeting 22

GM22.4 - Improving Collections of Unpaid Provincial Offences Act Fines: A Joint Municipal Pilot Project

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Government Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the Treasurer to enter into an inter-municipal agreement with the City of Ottawa, City of Mississauga, City of Belleville, City of Kawartha Lakes and County of Hastings, to allow unpaid Provincial Offences Act fines to be added to the tax roll for collection and to collect such amounts on behalf of the municipalities participating in the pilot project on a reciprocal basis, all in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

 

2.         City Council direct that if, in the opinion of the Treasurer, the pilot project is deemed to be successful, such that revenues earned and collected exceed collection costs incurred, and the project continues beyond the initial pilot stage, the City pursue and execute similar agreements with other Ontario municipalities for the reciprocal collection of outstanding Provincial Offences Act fines through this process.

 

3.         City Council delegate authority to the Treasurer to execute any documents and subsequent agreements as required through the approval of the above recommendations in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

Origin

(April 26, 2013) Report from the Treasurer

Summary

This report seeks Council authority for Toronto’s participation in a joint municipal pilot project to improve the collection of outstanding Provincial Offences Act fines.  Through a reciprocal inter-municipal agreement, participating municipalities would be able to add outstanding fine amounts originating in other jurisdictions to the property tax roll in municipalities where the offender owns a property, thereby securing the outstanding fine against the property, which can then be collected in the same manner as property taxes.  Once collected, the fine amount is remitted to the municipality in which the fine originated, with the municipality that collected the fine retaining the fees charged for adding the amount to the tax roll, and any additional fees or interest added to the fine amount.

 

Current participating municipalities in the pilot project include the City of Ottawa, City of Belleville, City of Kawartha Lakes and County of Hastings, with the City of Mississauga expected to join by mid-2013.  Council authority is required to enter into the reciprocal inter-municipal agreement.  Additionally, should the project prove successful and continue beyond the pilot stage, it is recommended that the City of Toronto pursue and execute similar agreements with other Ontario municipalities for the reciprocal collection of outstanding Provincial Offences Act fines through this process, and that the Treasurer be delegated authority to enter into such further agreements.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 26, 2013) Report from the Treasurer on Improving Conditions of Unpaid Provincial Offences Act Fines: A Joint Municipal Pilot Project
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57862.pdf

GM22.6 - Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan - Actuarial Valuation Report as at December 31, 2012

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Bill 823 has been submitted on this Item.

Committee Recommendations

The Government Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council receive the “Report on the Actuarial Valuation for Funding Purposes as of December 31, 2012”, attached as Attachment 1 to the report (April 19, 2013) from the Treasurer, prepared by Mercer (Canada) Limited with respect to the Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan.

 

2.         City Council approve, effective January 1, 2013, an ad hoc cost-of-living increase of 1.52% in pension benefits to pensioners of the Metropolitan Toronto Pension  Plan at an estimated actuarial cost of $7.3 million on a solvency basis which will be borne by the Plan's fund.

 

3.         City Council further amend By-law No. 15-92 of the former Metropolitan Corporation governing the Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan as amended to date and grant authority to introduce the necessary bill in Council.

Origin

(April 19, 2013) Report from the Treasurer

Summary

This report submits the Actuarial Valuation as at December 31, 2012 for the Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan (the Plan) and recommends a cost-of-living increase of 1.52% to pensioners effective January 1, 2013, payable from the assets of the Plan.  The 2012 Valuation (attached as Attachment 1 to the report (April 19, 2013) from the Treasurer) sets forth the financial position of the Plan for the year ended December 31, 2012 on both a going-concern and a solvency basis, and confirms that the Plan does not require any special payments by the City of Toronto, as it is in a surplus (or excess) position on both a going-concern and solvency basis.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 19, 2013) Report from the Treasurer on Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan - Actuarial Valuation Report as at December 31, 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57683.pdf
(April 19, 2013) Attachment 1 - Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan Report on the Actuarial Valuation for Funding Purposes as of December 31, 2012 (March 2013)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57685.pdf

6a - Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan - Actuarial Valuation Report for Funding Purposes, as at December 31, 2012

Origin
(March 28, 2013) Letter from the Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan Board of Trustees
Summary

The Board of Trustees of the Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan on March 28, 2013, considered a letter (March 15, 2013) from Anil Narale, Principal, Mercer, forwarding the Actuarial Valuation report for Funding Purposes as at December 31, 2012 for the Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan.

Background Information (Committee)
(March 28, 2013) Letter from the Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan Board of Trustees on Metropolitan Toronto Pension Plan - Actuarial Valuation Report for Funding Purposes, as at December 31, 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57696.pdf

GM22.7 - Toronto Civic Employees' Pension Plan - Actuarial Valuation Report as at December 31, 2012

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Bill 817 has been submitted on this Item.

Committee Recommendations

The Government Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council receive the “Actuarial Valuation Report as of December 31, 2012”, attached as Attachment 1 to the report (April 19, 2013) from the Treasurer, prepared by Buck Consultants with respect to the Toronto Civic Employees’ Pension Plan.

 

2.                  City Council approve, effective January 1, 2013, an ad hoc cost-of-living increase of 1.54% in pension benefits to pensioners of the Toronto Civic Employees’ Pension Plan at an estimated actuarial cost of $4.3 million on a solvency basis, which will be borne by the Plan's fund.

 

3.         City Council further amend By-Law No. 380-74 of the former City of Toronto governing the Toronto Civic Employees’ Pension Plan as amended to date and grant authority to introduce the necessary bill in Council.

Origin

(April 19, 2013) Report from the Treasurer

Summary

This report submits the Actuarial Valuation as at December 31, 2012 for the Toronto Civic Employees' Pension Plan (the Plan) and recommends a cost-of-living increase of 1.54% to pensioners effective January 1, 2013, payable from the assets of the Plan.  The 2012 Valuation (attached as Attachment 1 to the report (April 19, 2013) from the Treasurer) sets forth the financial position of the Plan for the year ended December 31, 2012 on both a going-concern and a solvency basis, and confirms that the Plan does not require any special payments by the City of Toronto, as it is in a surplus (or excess) position on both a going-concern and solvency basis.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 19, 2013) Report from the Treasurer on Toronto Civic Employees' Pension Plan - Actuarial Valuation Report as at December 31, 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57684.pdf
(April 19, 2013) Attachment 1 - The Toronto Civic Employees' Pension Plan Actuarial Valuation Report as of December 31, 2012 (March 2013)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57686.pdf

7a - The Toronto Civic Employees’ Pension and Benefit Fund - 2012 Actuarial Valuation Report and 2013 Consumer Price Index Increase

Origin
(March 27, 2013) Letter from the Toronto Civic Employees' Pension Committee
Summary

On March 27, 2013, the Toronto Civic Employees’ Pension Committee considered a report (March 2013) from Buck Consultants, entitled "Toronto Civic Employees’ Pension Plan Actuarial Valuation Report as of December 31, 2012".

Background Information (Committee)
(March 27, 2013) Letter from the Toronto Civic Employees' Pension Committee on The Toronto Civic Employees' Pension and Benefit Fund - 2012 Actuarial Valuation Report and 2013 Consumer Price Index Increase
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57697.pdf

GM22.9 - Amend Existing Lease Agreement at 2445 Lake Shore Boulevard West

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
6 - Etobicoke-Lakeshore

Committee Recommendations

The Government Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City to consent to the construction of approximately 1,200 square feet of additional space, to the front of the building located on the property municipally known as 2445 Lake Shore Boulevard West by the tenant, Storefront Humber Incorporated, (all to form a part of the leased premises) and to amend the existing lease agreement , substantially based on the terms  set out in the attached Appendix “A”, with such revisions thereto, and such other terms acceptable to the Chief Corporate Officer, or her designate, and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor.

 

2.         City Council authorize the Chief Corporate Officer, or her designate, to administer and manage the amended lease agreement including the provision of any consents, approvals, notices and notices of termination provided that the Chief Corporate Officer may, at any time, refer consideration of such matters (including their content) to City Council for its determination and direction.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to complete the lease amending agreement, deliver any notices, pay expenses and amend the commencement and other dates to such earlier or late date(s), on such terms and conditions, as she may, from time to time, determine.

Origin

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Chief Corporate Officer and the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration

Summary

The purpose of this report is to obtain authority to consent to the construction of an additional 1,200 square feet (approximately) of space at the City owned building located at 2445 Lake Shore Boulevard West, in Ward 6 Etobicoke-Lakeshore, by the tenant, Storefront Humber Incorporated, and to  amend the  existing lease, between the City and the tenant, accordingly.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Chief Corporate Officer and the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration, on Amend Existing Lease Agreement at 2445 Lake Shore Boulevard West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57841.pdf
(April 25, 2013) Appendix "A" - Major Terms and Conditions: 2445 Lake Shore Blvd. W.
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57842.pdf
(April 25, 2013) Appendix "B" - Location Map: 2445 Lake Shore Blvd. W.
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57843.pdf

Speakers

Dr. Don Henderson, Property and Business Owner, Kingsway Health by-the-Lake
David Pritchard, Birds and Beans Inc.
Lynda Ryder, Board Member, Storefront Humber Inc.
Mary Hansen, Executive Director, Storefront Humber Inc.
Councillor Frances Nunziata

Communications (Committee)

(May 6, 2013) E-mail from Shawn Hughes, Hughes Motor Products Inc. (GM.New.GM22.9.1)
(May 7, 2013) E-mail from Dr. Maureen Henderson, Chair, and Dr. Don Henderson, Mimico by-the-Lake Business Improvement Association (GM.New.GM22.9.2)
(May 9, 2013) Letter from Dr. Shawn Henderson, Private Practice - Kingsway Health (GM.New.GM22.9.3)
(May 10, 2013) Letter from Alexandre and Maria Rodrigues (GM.New.GM22.9.4)
(May 10, 2013) E-mail from David Pritchard, Birds and Beans Inc. (GM.New.GM22.9.5)
(May 8, 2013) Letter from Brian Bailey, President, Citizens Concerned About the Future of the Etobicoke Waterfront (CCFEW) (GM.New.GM22.9.6)

GM22.10 - Purchase Order Amendments - Contracts 47014512, 47014081 and 47015602 for the Provision of Custodial Services

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Government Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the Chief Corporate Officer to amend Contract 47014512 with Topnotch Building Maintenance for the supply of all labour, materials, janitorial supplies (consumables) and equipment necessary to provide custodial services at various City of Toronto facilities by $446,400.00 net of all taxes ($454,256.44 net of HST recoveries) revising the current Contract value from $3,475,612.62 to $3,922,012.62, net of all taxes ($3,991,040.04 net of HST recoveries); 

 

2.         City Council authorize the Chief Corporate Officer to amend Contract No. 47014081 awarded to Waterford Services Inc. for the supply of all labour, materials, janitorial supplies (consumables) and equipment necessary to provide Janitorial services at various City of Toronto Facilities by $412,460.00 net of all taxes ($419,719.29  net of HST recoveries) revising the current Contract value from $4,184,279.65 to $4,596,739.65, net of all taxes, ($4,677,642.26 net of HST recoveries) and to extend the contract from August 31, 2013 to January 31, 2014; and,

 

3.         City Council authorize the Chief Corporate Officer to amend Contract No. 47015602 awarded to Kleenway Building Maintenance for the supply of all labour, materials, janitorial supplies (consumables) and equipment necessary to provide Janitorial services at various City of Toronto Facilities by $92,700.00 net of all taxes, ($94,331.52 net of HST recoveries) revising the current Contract value from $3,177,366.36 to $3,270,066.36 net of all taxes ($3,327,588.99 net of HST recoveries) and to extend the contract from December 31, 2013 to January 31, 2014.

Origin

(April 23, 2013) Report from the Chief Corporate Officer and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management

Summary

City Council directed staff via GM12.21 to report back on how to address health and safety issues in custodial services contracts.  Staff have not issued new procurement calls for custodial services as they wanted to ensure that Council approved their recommended approach to health and safety.  Staff submitted EX31.21, Quality Jobs, Living Wages and Fair Wages in Toronto to the April 23, 2013 Executive Committee, which, as part of the report, recommended an approach to health and safety that can be applied to all future procurement for custodial services.  EX31.21 was deferred until the July 3, 2013 Executive Committee meeting. 

 

As a result, the purpose of this report is to request authority to amend Contract 47014512 (RFQ 0203-09-0075) awarded to Topnotch Building Maintenance Ltd., Contract 47014081 (RFQ 0203-08-0181) awarded to Waterford Services Inc., and Contract 47015602 awarded to Kleenway Building Maintenance (RFQ 0203-10-0179) for the supply of all labour, materials, and equipment necessary to provide custodial services at various Facilities Management Division locations until EX31.21 has been considered by Executive Committee and City Council and staff have enough time to issue new calls for custodial services.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 23, 2013) Report from the Chief Corporate Officer and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management, on Purchase Order Amendments - Contracts 47014512, 47014081 and 47015602 for the Provision of Custodial Services
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-58123.pdf

GM22.11 - Contract with Claireville Ranch for the Horseback Riding Camp Program at Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) Claireville Conservation Area

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Government Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, to negotiate and enter into a contract with William Dennis Johnson (WDJ) and Gavin W. Johnston (GWJ) operating as and collectively referred to as "Claireville Ranch" to provide equestrian services for the City's summer Horseback Riding Camp Program at the Claireville Conservation Area from June 16, 2013 to December 31, 2013, with the option to renew the contract for up to four additional one-year terms for a total contract value of $197,460.00 net of HST and $200,935.30 net of HST recoveries (including the four option years) at the sole discretion of and on terms and conditions (including price)  satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks Forestry and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, and subject to budget approval.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management

Summary

The purpose of this report is to request authority to enter into a contract with William Dennis Johnson (WDJ) and Gavin W. Johnston (GWJ) operating as and collectively referred to as "Claireville Ranch" for the provision of equestrian services for the Horseback Riding Camp Program at Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) Claireville Conservation Area, for 5 years beginning June 16, 2013 and ending on December 31, 2017, in the total amount of $197,460 net of HST and $200,935.30 net of HST recoveries.

 

Council approval is required in accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 195- Purchasing, where the current request has exceeded the staff authority on the cumulative five year commitment limit under Section 1 of the Purchasing By-Law.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management, on Contract with Claireville Ranch for the Horseback Riding Camp Program at Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) Claireville Conservation Area
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57839.pdf

GM22.12 - Contract Award - RFP 0613-12-0252 for the Renovation, Finance and Operation of a Restaurant / Banquet Facility at the Centre Island Restaurant and the Centre Island Snack Bar

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Confidential Attachment - The security of the property of the municipality or local board

Committee Recommendations

The Government Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council grant authority to the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation to negotiate and enter into a License Agreement with William Beasley Enterprises Ltd., being the highest scoring proponent meeting the requirements of RFP  No. 0613-12-0252  for  the renovation, finance and operation of a Restaurant / Banquet Facility at the Centre Island Restaurant and the Centre Island Snack Bar located on Toronto Centre Island for a ten (10) year term commencing July 1, 2013 to December 31, 2022, with an option to extend at the sole discretion of the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation (the "General Manager") for an additional ten (10) years commencing January 1st, 2023, and terminating on December 31, 2032 based on the terms and conditions set out in the Request For Proposal, and on such other terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

 

2.         City Council authorize the public release of the confidential information contained in the Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 24, 2013) from the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management, following execution of the license agreement to William Beasley Enterprises Limited ("Beasley").

Origin

(April 24, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management

Summary

The purpose of this report is to provide information on the results of the Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 0613-12-0252 for the renovation, finance and operation of a Restaurant / Banquet Facility at the Centre Island Restaurant and the Centre Island Snack Bar and to request authority to negotiate and enter into a License Agreement with the recommended proponent, William Beasley Enterprises Limited (referred to in this report as "Beasley"), being the highest scoring proponent, for a ten (10) year term commencing July 1, 2013 to December 31, 2022, with the option to extend for an additional ten (10) years commencing January 1, 2023 and terminating on December 31, 2032.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 24, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management, on Contract Award - RFP 0613-12-0252 for the Renovation, Finance and Operation of a Restaurant/Banquet Facility at the Centre Island Restaurant and the Centre Island Snack Bar
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57851.pdf
(April 24, 2013) Confidential Attachment 1 - RFP 0613-12-0252 for the Renovation, Finance and Operation of a Restaurant/Banquet Facility at the Centre Island Restaurant and the Centre Island Snack Bar

GM22.13 - Additional Strategies to Support Community-Based Non-Profit Groups to Operate Food Concessions in Parks, Forestry and Recreation Facilities

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Public Notice Given

Committee Recommendations

The Government Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to enter into new agreements for the concessions outlined in this report with any interested community-based non-profit groups, in consultation with the local Councillor, along with the Social Development, Finance and Administration and Employment and Social Services Divisions for a maximum period of five years, provided that the community based non-profit group pays the negotiated market rent and they meet the service level requirements set by the General Manager, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor;

 

2.         City Council approve the introduction of a $15 dollar per day fee for concession permits with respect to the concessions outlined in this report that are not operated under any subsequent agreement, and that the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 441, "Fees" be amended to add this fee option;

 

3.         City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, in consultation with the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management Division (PMMD), to issue Request for Proposals (RFPs)  to procure licence agreements at all concession locations where it has been determined there are no interested community-based non-profit groups.

Origin

(April 19, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation

Summary

This report responds to the City Council request that the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, in consultation with the Acting Director, Purchasing and Materials Management, develop a new strategy that will support community-based non-profit groups to operate food concessions in City facilities, and report to the Government Management Committee prior to the issuance of the next Request for Proposal (RFP) for food concessions in Parks, Forestry and Recreation facilities, such report to identify the financial impact of the options.

 

If the recommendations put forward in this report are adopted by Council, Parks Forestry and Recreation (PFR), Purchasing and Materials Management Division (PMMD), along with Legal Services staff will work toward implementation.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 19, 2013) Report and Attachment A from the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, on Additional Strategies to Support Community-Based Non-Profit Groups to Operate Food Concessions in Parks, Forestry and Recreation Facilities
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57832.pdf

GM22.15 - Proposed Electoral Reforms

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Communications GM22.15.23 and GM22.15.24 have been submitted on this Item

Will be considered on Tuesday June 11 after ED22.1

Committee Recommendations

The Government Management Committee submits the item to City Council without recommendation.

Origin

(April 24, 2013) Report from the City Manager and the City Clerk

Summary

This report responds to various Committee requests on the feasibility of implementing electoral reforms in the City's elections:  (1) holding elections on a Saturday or Sunday; (2) allowing permanent residents the right to vote; (3) using ranked choice voting; and (4) providing internet voting for voters with disabilities.

 

The Municipal Elections Act, 1996 ("MEA") governs the administration of municipal elections in Ontario.  A number of amendments to the MEA and possibly other affected legislation are required in order for the proposed reforms to take effect.  Due to the size, scope and complexity of elections in Toronto, it takes years to plan for each regular election.  A decision to implement any electoral reforms should be made as early as possible, well in advance of a regular election year.  A late-term decision to implement any of the reforms may impact the successful delivery of the election which could expose the City to potential court challenges.

 

The full implications of the reforms cannot be determined until the specific details of the policy and legislation have been determined.  The nature of these proposed reforms also requires extensive consultation with various stakeholders.  This report outlines some of the key considerations and issues should Council wish to request the province for legislative amendments.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 24, 2013) Report from the City Manager and the City Clerk on Proposed Electoral Reforms
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/bgrd/backgroundfile-57756.pdf

Speakers

Gary Dale, Membership Secretary, Canadian Muslim Union (Submission Filed)
Susanne Waldorf, Civics and Environment Commissioner, Graduate Students' Union, University of Toronto (Submission Filed)
Joyce Hall, Co-Chair, Toronto Chapter of Fair Vote Canada (Submission Filed)
Gerry Hobden, Co-Chair, Toronto Chapter of Fair Vote Canada (Submission Filed)
Miroslav Glavic
Jim Rootham (Submission Filed)
June Macdonald (Submission Filed)
Ryan Endoh, Toronto Youth Cabinet (Submission Filed)
Desmond Cole
Dave Meslin, Ranked Ballot Initiative of Toronto
Councillor Janet Davis

Communications (Committee)

(April 23, 2013) Letter from Councillor Paul Ainslie, Ward 43 - Scarborough East (GM.Main.GM22.15.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/comm/communicationfile-36845.pdf
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Antony Hilliard (GM.New.GM22.15.2)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Bruce Stewart (GM.New.GM22.15.3)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Ted Miller (GM.New.GM22.15.4)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Rodney Merchant (GM.New.GM22.15.5)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Molly Bannerman (GM.New.GM22.15.6)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Roy Murray (GM.New.GM22.15.7)
(May 9, 2013) Letter from Derek Larson, Vice-Chair, Civic Engagement Committee, and Brad Evoy, Internal Commissioner, Executive Committee, Graduate Students' Union, University of Toronto (GM.New.GM22.15.8)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/gm/comm/communicationfile-37149.pdf
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Matt Kassirer (GM.New.GM22.15.9)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Annie and Jason Diceman (GM.New.GM22.15.10)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from David Simmons (GM.New.GM22.15.11)
(May 10, 2013) E-mail from John Caffery (GM.New.GM22.15.12)
(May 10, 2013) E-mail from Jim Rootham (GM.New.GM22.15.13)
(May 11, 2013) E-mail from Raj Bharati (GM.New.GM22.15.14)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Tim Rourke (GM.New.GM22.15.15)
(May 13, 2013) Submission from June Macdonald (GM.New.GM22.15.16)
(May 13, 2013) Submission from Joyce Hall, Co-chair, Toronto Chapter of Fair Vote Canada (GM.New.GM22.15.17)
(May 13, 2013) Letter from Gregg Hill (GM.New.GM22.15.18)
(May 13, 2013) Submission from Ryan Endoh, Co-Director of Media Relations, and Trevain Britton, Director of Community Engagement, Toronto Youth Cabinet (GM.New.GM22.15.19)
(May 13, 2013) Submission from Gary Dale, Canadian Muslim Union (GM.New.GM22.15.20)
(May 13, 2013) Submission from Gerry Hobden (GM.New.GM22.15.21)
(May 13, 2013) Submission from Susanne Waldorf, Civics and Environment Commissioner, Graduate Students' Union, University of Toronto (GM.New.GM22.15.22)

Communications (City Council)

(June 6, 2013) E-mail from Jack Brannigan (CC.Supp.GM22.15.23)
(June 11, 2013) Submission from Councillor Minnan-Wong - material from Citizenship and Immigration Canada on eligibility for citizenship (CC.New.GM22.15.24)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38063.pdf

Licensing and Standards Committee - Meeting 21

LS21.2 - Amendments to Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Bill 847 has been submitted on this Item.

Public Notice Given

Committee Recommendations

The Licensing and Standards Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Attachment 1 of the report (May 10, 2013) from the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, by deleting Article 1X, Rabbits, which reads as follows:

 

            “§349-25. Rabbits to be kept on owner’s property.

            A.        No person keeping rabbits shall permit the rabbits to be at large.”

 

2.         City Council amend Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals as described in Attachment 1 of the report (May 10, 2013) from the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, as amended by Recommendation 1 above.

 

3.         City Council amend Attachment 2 of the report (May 10, 2013) from the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, so that:

 

a.         the proposed fee charged when the pet owner surrenders the animal to Toronto Animal Services is reduced from $100.00 to $50.00 (Reference No. 101); and

 

b.         the proposed fee charged to pick up and deliver an animal from a resident is reduced from $72.00 to $40.00 to encourage a proper transition of pets into the City's care (Reference No. 107).

 

4.         City Council amend Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 441, Fees and Charges, Appendix C - Schedule 12, Municipal Licensing and Standards, as described in Attachment 2 of the report (May 10, 2013) from the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, as amended by Recommendation 3 above.

 

5.         City Council amend Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 442, Fees and Charges, Administration of, to expand the delegated authority to the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to reduce or waive adoption fees, spay fees and neuter fees at any time during the year based on existing criteria.

 

6.         City Council authorize the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to develop and implement a no cost spay/neuter program funded by donations received by Toronto Animal Services.

 

7.         City Council direct that the proposed changes come into force on August 1, 2013.

 

8.         City Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare the necessary bill(s) to make such by-law amendments as may be required to give effect to the recommendations in this report.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Licensing and Standards Committee referred the letter (May 27, 2013) from Councillor De Baeremaeker, and all other submissions filed at the meeting, to the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, for a report back to the September 19, 2013 Licensing and Standards Committee meeting on:

 

a.         policies that could be codified and adopted immediately;
 

b.         policies that require further research and consultation; and

 

c.         adding flamingos to Schedule A of Chapter 349, Prohibited Animals.

Origin

(May 10, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards

Summary

This report recommends amendments to Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals to strengthen the provisions for the care and well-being of animals and identify opportunities for service efficiencies.

 

The changes to the by-law include: introducing new definitions, amending current definitions, amending limits to the permitted number of animals per household, expanding responsibilities for the care and well-being of animals, amending fees and expanding the authority of the Executive Director to reduce or waive fees.

 

The amendments and efficiencies will improve the care and well-being of animals in the City of Toronto and are based on the findings of the Core Service Review, Auditor General's review and public consultations.

 

Animal Alliance of Canada, Animal Justice Canada, No Kill Advocacy Centre, Organization for the Rescue of Animals, South Stanley Dog Owners Group, the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas, the Toronto Feral Cat Coalition and their membership, the Toronto Humane Society and the public were consulted on the proposed changes to the by-law through public consultation sessions, surveys and written submissions.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 10, 2013) Report from the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, on Amendments to Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/bgrd/backgroundfile-58309.pdf
(May 10, 2013) Attachment 1 - Amendments to Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/bgrd/backgroundfile-58310.pdf
(May 10, 2013) Attachment 2 - Amendments to Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 441, Fees and Charges, Appendix C - Schedule 12, Municipal Licensing and Standards
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/bgrd/backgroundfile-58311.pdf
(May 10, 2013) Attachment 3 - Public Consultation
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/bgrd/backgroundfile-58312.pdf
(May 27, 2013) Presentation from the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, on Amendments to Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/bgrd/backgroundfile-58600.pdf

Speakers

David Bronskill, Chair, Toronto Humane Society
Nicholas dePencier Wright
Ashley Hamp-Gonsalves
Penny Cookson, Toronto Feral Cat Project
Roxanne St. Germain, Director, Toronto Feral Cat Project
Liz White, Director, Animal Alliance of Canada (Submission Filed)
Rob Laidlaw, Zoocheck
Suzana Gartner, Feral Cat Coalition

Communications (Committee)

(May 27, 2013) Letter from Suzana Gartner (LS.New.LS21.2.1)
(May 26, 2013) Letter from Claudia Vecchio, Chair of ORA-Organization for the Rescue of Animals (LS.New.LS21.2.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/comm/communicationfile-37640.pdf
(May 27, 2013) E-mail from Doug Dixon (LS.New.LS21.2.3)
(May 27, 2013) Letter from Barry MacKay and Liz White, Animal Alliance of Canada (LS.New.LS21.2.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/comm/communicationfile-37664.pdf
(May 27, 2013) Letter from Councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker, Ward 38 - Scarborough Centre (LS.New.LS21.2.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/comm/communicationfile-37665.pdf

LS21.3 - Graffiti Management Plan - StreetARToronto (StART) Partnership Programs 2013 Grant Allocation Recommendations

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Licensing and Standards Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the list of grant applications for the StART Partnership Program and StART Diversion and Education program, as outlined in Appendix A of the report (May 9, 2013) from the General Manager, Transportation Services.

 

2.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to allocate StART funding in 2014 equitably by district as reasonably as possible.

Origin

(May 9, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Transportation Services

Summary

StreetARToronto (StART) was launched in 2012 as a public/private partnership program and a central feature of Council's new Graffiti Management Plan, a proactive approach to eliminating graffiti vandalism while supporting street art that adds character and visual interest to city streets. StART is funded as a Community Partnership and Investment Program (CPIP) grant of $375,890.00 from the former Graffiti Transformation Program and is administered by the Public Realm Section in Transportation Services, which also has carriage of coordination and implementation of many parts of the Graffiti Management Plan. StART is part of the City's Clean Toronto Together Campaign, which links citizens with city government to keep Toronto streets clean and free of posters and graffiti vandalism. In 2012, StART provided funding to 20 organizations resulting in the installation of 48 pieces of mural art.

 

Two programs have been developed under the StART umbrella. The StART Partnership program provides up to $30,000.00 per application for non-profit arts organizations to create street art. The StART Diversion and Education program provides up to $20,000.00 per application for programs that engage at-risk youth who have been arrested for graffiti vandalism and diverted through the court system. The parameters for these programs were established by Council in the Graffiti Management Plan.

 

This report recommends funding for 26 community-based groups in the above-noted categories.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 9, 2013) Report and Appendix A from the General Manager, Transportation Services, on Graffiti Management Plan - StreetARToronto (StART) Partnership Programs 2013 Grant Allocation Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/bgrd/backgroundfile-58318.pdf
(May 27, 2013) Presentation from the Director, Public Realm Section, on Graffiti Management Plan - StreetARToronto (StART) Partnership Programs 2013 Grant Allocation Recommendations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ls/bgrd/backgroundfile-58599.pdf

Speakers

Marcelo Pinero, Davenport Arts Community

Planning and Growth Management Committee - Meeting 24

PG24.1 - Proposed Amendment to Chapter 694, Signs, General, of the City of Toronto Municipal Code with Respect to 486 Evans Avenue

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
6 - Etobicoke-Lakeshore
Attention
Communication PG24.1.2 has been submitted on this Item

Committee Recommendations

The Planning and Growth Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council refuse the application to amend Chapter 694 to allow, on the premises municipally known as 486 Evans Avenue, one third party ground sign at a height of 13.72 metres and set back 1.0 metres from the northerly property line, containing two sign faces, each displaying electronic static copy, each 14.63 metres wide by 4.27 metres long, and oriented easterly and westerly along the F.G. Gardiner Expressway.

Origin

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building

Summary

This report recommends the refusal of an application made by CBS Outdoor Canada (the "Applicant) on behalf of the owner of premises municipally known as 486 Evans Avenue, for a site specific amendment to permit the erection and display of one third party ground sign, with two sign faces, each displaying electronic static copy (the "Proposed Electronic Static Sign").

 

The Proposed Electronic Static Sign would contain two sign faces, arranged in a "V-shaped" formation facing north-east and north-west towards the F.G. Gardiner Expressway.

 

Staff recommend that this application be refused pending the results of an ongoing study on electronic signs that is expected to be completed in September 2013 which will shape future regulations around this type of signage. The refusal recommendation is also due to the incompatibility of the sign with the development of the surrounding properties and its proximity to the F. G. Gardiner Expressway and the potential impact on traffic.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building on Proposed Amendment to Chapter 694 of the City of Toronto Municipal Code with Respect to 486 Evans Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58183.pdf
Attachment 1 - Proponent's Submission Materials
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58184.pdf

Speakers

Roy Dzeko, CBS Outdoor Canada
Michele Erskine, CBS Outdoor Canada
Stephen McGregor, CBS Outdoor Canada

Communications (Committee)

(May 15, 2013) Letter from Councillor Mark Grimes, Ward 6, Etobicoke Lakeshore (PG.New.PG24.1.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37386.pdf

Communications (City Council)

(June 6, 2013) Submission from Stephen McGregor, National Director, Real Estate, CBS Outdoor Canada (CC.Supp.PG24.1.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37887.pdf

PG24.2 - Supplemental Report - Proposed Signage Master Plans for 18 Specified Locations within Various Wards Concerning the Display of 19 Third Party Wall Signs - Titan Outdoor

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
14 - Parkdale-High Park, 18 - Davenport, 19 - Trinity-Spadina, 20 - Trinity-Spadina, 22 - St. Paul's, 27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale, 28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Confidential Attachment - The receiving of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege; Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board

Committee Recommendations

The Planning and Growth Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve amendments to Schedule B, Signage Master Plans and Area Specific Amendments, Chapter 694, Signs, General, of the City of Toronto Municipal Code to add a Signage Master Plan for each of the following locations substantially in accordance with the draft by-law set out in Appendix A to the report (May 1, 2013) from the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building and the City Solicitor:

 

1.         2299 Dundas Street West and a portion of 2333 Dundas Street West;

2.         77 Rankin Crescent;

3.         464 Bathurst Street and a portion of 452 Bathurst Street;

4.         254 Adelaide Street West and a portion of 260 Adelaide Street West;

5.         92 Avenue Road and a portion of 90 Avenue Road;

6.         341 Bloor Street West

7.         344 Bloor Street West (two third party sign locations);

8.         359 Davenport Road;

9.         720 King Street West;

10.       455 Spadina Avenue;

11.       20 Eglinton Avenue East and a portion of 10 Eglinton Avenue East;

12.       161 Eglinton Avenue East and a portion of 173 Eglinton Avenue East;

13.       2160 Yonge Street and a portion of 2156 Yonge Street;

14.       165 Avenue Road;

15.       387 Bloor Street East;

16.       481 Church Street;

17.       518 Church Street and a portion of 516 Church Street; and

18.       76 Lombard Street and a portion of 87 Richmond Street East.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to prepare the necessary bills for introduction in Council to implement the above recommendations, subject to such stylistic and technical changes as may be required; and

 

3.         City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 of the report (May 1, 2013) from the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building and the City Solicitor, remain confidential as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege and pertains to litigation or potential litigation.

Origin

(May 1, 2013) Report from the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building and City Solicitor

Summary

Item PG15.2 first came before the Planning and Growth Management Committee at its meeting on June 11, 2012.  It was deferred with a direction that staff provide notification to area residents affected by the proposed Signage Master Plans.  Notification was sent on August 23, 2012 for the original 19 locations and then on April 18, 2013 for the substitute locations referenced below.

 

In the time since the initial deferral, minor encroachment issues arose with the proposed conversion of wall signs from painted murals to vinyl.  The time required to resolve the encroachments resulted in subsequent deferrals. 

 

Consultation with Titan Outdoor Canada Company ("Titan Outdoor") has been completed and the recommendations in this report include a revised list of locations which would be the subject of Signage Master Plans, compared to that previously considered by the Committee at the June 11, 2012 meeting.  The 18 specified locations which would be subject to the Signage Master Plans differ slightly from the 19 specified locations included in Item PG15.2. The locations that Titan Outdoor no longer wishes to pursue, because they are no longer viable, are as follows:

 

-           335 King Street West (Ward 20);

-           276 Queen Street West (Ward 20);

-           24 Spadina Avenue (Ward 20); and

-           1220 Eglinton Avenue West (Ward 21).

 

The following location previously proposed one third party wall sign has been modified to allow for an additional third party wall sign:

 

-           344 Bloor Street West (Ward 20)

 

New locations being put forward for Signage Master Plans are as follows:

 

-           77 Rankin Crescent (Ward 18);

-           341 Bloor Street West (Ward 20); and

-           720 King Street West (Ward 20).

 

This joint report should be considered in conjunction with the earlier report from the Chief Building Official dated May 18, 2012 and the earlier report of the City Solicitor dated May 28, 2012.  The adoption of these Signage Master Plans will resolve the outstanding litigation with Titan Outdoor and allow for improved enforcement of Chapter 694.  Legal advice from the City Solicitor concerning the Signage Master Plans is contained within Confidential Attachment 1.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 1, 2013) Report and Tables 1-2 from the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building and City Solicitor, Legal Services on the Supplemental Report - Proposed Signage Master Plans for 18 Specified Locations within Various Wards Concerning the Display of 19 Third Party Wall Signs - Titan Outdoor
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58171.pdf
(May 1, 2013) Appendix A - Draft By-law - Amendments to Schedule 'B', Signage Master Plans and Area Specific Amendments, of Chapter 694, Signs, General, of the City of Toronto Municipal Code
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58173.pdf
(May 1, 2013) Appendix B - Review of the Proposed Sign Locations to be Included in the Revised Signage Master Plans
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58174.pdf
(June 11, 2012) Item PG15.2 "Proposed Signage Master Plan Concerning the Display of Third Party Wall Signs at 19 Locations Within Multiple Wards - Titan Outdoor", deferred by Planning and Growth Management Committee on June 11, 2012, and Staff Report dated May 18, 2012 with Appendices A and B
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58229.pdf
Confidential Attachment 1 of Staff Report dated May 1, 2013 from the Chief Building and Executive Director, Toronto Building and City Solicitor

Speakers

Patrick Harrington, Aird & Berlis LLP
Diana Dyer, ABC Residents Association

PG24.3 - Supplemental Report - Amendments to Chapter 694, Signs, General, of the City of Toronto Municipal Code with Respect to a Portion of 0 Oakville Sub (S/S of F. G. Gardiner Expressway; E/O Park Lawn Road)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
6 - Etobicoke-Lakeshore

Committee Recommendations

The Planning and Growth Management Committee forwards the item to Council without recommendation, as the motion to adopt the item as amended lost.

Origin

(May 2, 2013) Report from the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building

Summary

At its meeting of November 8, 2012, the Planning and Growth Management Committee requested that the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, report back to the Planning and Growth Management Committee on the illumination, the angle, and the height of the sign located 8.0 metres south of the F.G. Gardiner Expressway’s right-of-way, east of Park Lawn Road at Oakville Sub on CN Railway lands, as shown on Figure 1.

 

Currently the sign displays electronic images and operates 24 hours a day with no restrictions on brightness and light cast onto adjacent properties.  This report recommends approval of a revised proposal by Astral Media (the "Applicant") for a site-specific amendment that would allow the existing sign to remain at its current height and continue to operate 24 hours a day with a reduction in the brightness of the sign and light cast onto adjacent properties.

 

The Applicant's revised proposal would also reduce the brightness of seven other electronic signs operated by Astral Media, approved prior to the effective date of the new

Sign By-law.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 2, 2013) Report from the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building on Supplemental Report - Amendments to Chapter 694 of the City of Toronto Municipal Code with Respect to a Portion of 0 Oakville Sub (S/S of F. G. Gardiner Expressway; E/O Park Lawn Road)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58180.pdf
Attachment 1 - Supplementary Application Material Submitted by Astral Media
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58181.pdf
Attachment 2 - Draft By-law - To Permit One Ground Sign Displaying Electronic Static Copy Located at 0 Oakville Sub
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58182.pdf

Speakers

Ron Hutchinson, Senior Vice President, Real Estate Ontario, Astral Media

PG24.5 - Official Plan / Municipal Comprehensive Reviews: Preliminary Assessments of Additional Conversion Requests

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Communications PG24.5.13 and PG24.5.14 have been submitted on this Item

Committee Recommendations

The Planning and Growth Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         Notwithstanding the Preliminary Assessment of sites noted in Attachment 2 of the report (April 23, 2013) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to conduct additional analysis of the following properties:

 

-           3710 Chesswood Drive

-           4646 Dufferin Street

-           630 Kipling Avenue, 3 Queensway Lions Court

-           6 Lloyd Avenue

-           1306 and 1310 The Queensway

-           670/680 Caledonia and 250 Bowie Avenue

 

2.         City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to conduct additional analysis of the property located at 4665 Steeles Avenue East to consider whether an “Avenue” overlay of mixed use permissions would be appropriate on or near this property given its adjacency to the Milliken GO Station and significant Mixed Use developments approved by the City of Markham on the north side of Steeles Avenue across from this property.

 

3.         City Council direct that further analysis consider, but not be limited to, the following criteria being addressed:

 

a.         The applicant demonstrating that a significant portion of the site will include employment uses;

 

b.         A phasing plan that articulates the employment uses noted in Part 3a above will be constructed as a part of the first phase of any development; and

 

c.         Any residential uses be designed or situated in a manner to prevent or mitigate against adverse impacts of noise, vibration, traffic, odour and other contaminants from industry upon occupants of the new development and lessen complaints and their potential impact on business.

 

4.         City Council direct that further consideration of the conversion requests for 290 Old Weston Road be deferred until the Statutory Public Meeting on the Municipal Comprehensive Review (MCR) and Official Plan Employment Policies.

 

5.          City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, Planning Division to develop and implement, within the Garrison Common North Secondary Plan, a terms of reference for a land use and redevelopment plan for the lands at 28 Bathurst Street, 2 Tecumseth Street and the City owned lands at 677, 701 Wellington Street West;  the terms of reference to be developed concurrently with, and in the context of, the Five Year and Municipal Comprehensive Reviews and to include the following elements:

 

a.         Continue to permit the ongoing meat processing operations at 2 Tecumseth Street for as long as they continue on the site;

 

b.         Permit only employment uses on the lands currently designated Employment Areas until the completion of the study;

 

c.          Redesignation of lands to permit non-employment uses will only be contemplated upon completion of the study;

 

d.         Facilitate an overall redevelopment vision for the lands in consultation with landowners, the surrounding community, representatives of Fort York National Historic Site, the ward Councillor, and City staff, that better integrates future potential land uses into the surrounding neighbourhood;

 

e.         Consider potential redevelopment scenarios that include maintaining and increasing the amount of employment space on the lands,

 

f.          Provide effective buffering between the lands at 2 Tecumseth Street, the rail corridor and the City's works yard at 677, 701 Wellington Street West from any existing or potential future sensitive uses;

 

g.         Consider alternative land ownership options and associated land use redesignations that will provide the best redevelopment scenario for the lands.

 

6.         City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division to prepare final recommendations on all requests/applications for conversions of employment lands received prior to May 31, 2013 including those not reported out to date, at the statutory special public meeting of the Planning and Growth Management Committee.

Origin

(April 23, 2013) Report from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning

Summary

This report provides preliminary assessments on an additional 36 requests/applications for the conversion of employment lands for residential purposes.  Staffs’ preliminary assessments propose that 28 of the sites contained in this report be retained as employment areas and a further 5 sites have a preliminary assessment to retain portions of the site for employment purposes compatible with adjacent residences, while potentially permitting residential uses on the remainder of the site.  Two sites have a preliminary assessment to re-designate the lands to a 'Mixed Use Area' designation, and another preliminary assessment proposes the site be designated as 'Parks and Open Space'.

 

The report also discusses the concentration of conversion requests along the Gardiner Expressway/Queen Elizabeth Way corridor in South Etobicoke, and the growing number of conversion requests being received in the vicinity of City yards.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 23, 2013) Report with Attachments 1-3 from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division on the Official Plan/Municipal Comprehensive Reviews: Preliminary Assessments of Additional Conversion Requests
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58084.pdf

Speakers

Larry Dime, VP Marketing and Business Development, Toronto Research Chemicals Inc.
Barry A. Horosko, Bratty and Partners LLP
David McKay, Partner, MHBC Planning Urban Design and Landscape Architecture
Dennis Wood, Wood Bull LLP
Richard Ramos, Canarch Designs
Richard Rotman, Friends of the Junction
Fred Dominelli
Ryan Guetter, Vice President, Weston Consulting
Louis Reznick
Adam Brown, Sherman Brown
Vicky Simon, Land Use Planner, Stikeman Elliott
Bruce McMinn, Global Fortune Group
Louie Santaguida
Councillor Maria Augimeri
Councillor Frances Nunziata
Councillor Cesar Palacio
Councillor Gord Perks
Councillor Mike Layton

Communications (Committee)

(May 13, 2013) Letter from Joel D. Farber, Fosler, Rubinoff LLP (PG.New.PG24.5.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37224.pdf
(May 14, 2013) Letter from James W. Harbell, Stikeman Elliott LLP, Barristers & Solicitors (PG.New.PG24.5.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37327.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Letter from Ryan Guetter, Vice-President, Weston Consulting (PG.New.PG24.5.3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37379.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Letter from Joel D. Farber, Fosler, Rubinoff LLP (PG.New.PG24.5.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37383.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Letter from Barry A. Horosko, Brattys LLP (PG.New.PG24.5.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37385.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Letter from Mary Flynn-Guglietti, McMillan (PG.New.PG24.5.6)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37395.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Letter from Mary Flynn-Guglietti, McMillan (PG.New.PG24.5.7)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37396.pdf
(May 16, 2013) Letter from Adam J. Brown, Sherman Brown Dryer Karol (PG.New.PG24.5.8)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37397.pdf
(May 16, 2013) Letter from Councillor Mike Layton, Ward 19 Trinity-Spadina (PG.New.PG24.5.9)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37398.pdf
(May 16, 2013) Submission from Paul Scrivener, Director of External Affairs, The Toronto Industry Network (PG.New.PG24.5.10)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37399.pdf
(May 16, 2013) Submission from Wood Bull LLP (PG.New.PG24.5.11)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37400.pdf
(May 16, 2013) Letter from Cynthia A. Macdougall, McCarthy Tetrault (PG.New.PG24.5.12)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37401.pdf

Communications (City Council)

(April 8, 2013) Letter from Mark N. Emery, President, Weston Consulting, Planning and Urban Design (CC.Main.PG24.5.13)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37771.pdf
(May 31, 2013) Letter from Eileen P. K. Costello, Aird and Berlis LLP, Barristers and Solicitors (CC.Main.PG24.5.14)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37772.pdf

PG24.6 - Official Plan / Municipal Comprehensive Reviews: Results of Public Consultations on Draft Policies and Designations for Economic Health and Employment Lands

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Planning and Growth Management Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council endorse staff development of two, rather than three, employment area designations through the consolidation of the draft 'General Employment Area' and 'Retail Employment Area' designations into one designation and refinement of the depth to which this designation could apply and the associated policies.

 

2.         City Council direct staff to investigate policy approaches to address the impact of non-residential sensitive uses in employment areas to report back to the September meeting of Planning and Growth Management Committee.

 

3.         City Council direct staff to refine the policy of net gain of non-residential space in residential redevelopments in the Downtown, Centres and within walking distance of rapid transit stations to office buildings.

 

4.         City Council direct staff to consider and integrate within the draft policies the recommendations of the Province, appended as Attachment 2 to the report (April 23, 2013) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

 

5.         City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to review and consider the Provincial Growth Plan policy directing "major office" to the Downtown and four centres, and specifically address how this policy would be implemented in the centres, in order to protect existing commercial uses and to regulate additional commercial development, where appropriate, in close proximity to subway stations; and that such policies also apply to other major study areas where growth is considered based on subway expansion, such as the forthcoming Yonge North Study.

 

6.         City Council receive the Consultant's summary report appended as Attachment 1 to the report (April 23, 2013) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

Origin

(April 23, 2013) Report from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning

Summary

This report summarizes the results of the public consultations on the draft policies for economic health and employment lands, the designations and mapping of employment areas which took place over the last four months.  The report also outlines potential changes in policy direction resulting from the consultations.

 

Consultation participants were for the most part supportive of the draft policies to preserve the employment lands for employment purposes, and the policies to promote new office development on rapid transit.

 

As a result of the consultation input and further research carried out by staff, it is recommended that the draft 'General Employment Area' and 'Retail Employment Area' designations be consolidated and geographically refined to provide for a full range and scale of retail uses.  The consultations also point to further research work required to be undertaken with respect to sensitive uses in employment areas.  Additional work is required to address two key matters.  The first relates to additional work to refine the policy requiring a net gain of employment space for residential developments on office building sites in the Downtown, Centres and within walking distance of a rapid transit station.  The second being the need to refine the emerging policy direction where it is recommended residential be supported in conjuction with employment to ensure lands will not be subject to conversion until consideration by council through subsequent Municipal Comprehensive Reviews.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 23, 2013) Report from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division on the Official Plan/Municipal Comprehensive Reviews: Results of Public Consultations on Draft Policies and Designations for Economic Health and Employment Lands
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/bgrd/backgroundfile-58085.pdf

Speakers

Paul H. Scrivener
Paul E. Johnston, Principal, Johnston Litavski

Communications (Committee)

(March 7, 2013) Letter from Philip J. Stewart, Pound and Stewart Associates Limited (PG.Main.PG24.6.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-36894.pdf
(May 2, 2013) Letter from Jane Holmes, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Woodbine Entertainment (PG.Main.PG24.6.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-36895.pdf
(April 15, 2013) Letter from Ira T. Kagan, Kagan Shastri LLP Lawyers (PG.Main.PG24.6.3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-36957.pdf
(May 13, 2013) Letter from Ira T. Kagan, Kagan Shastri LLP Lawyers (PG.New.PG24.6.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37221.pdf
(May 13, 2013) Letter from Joel D. Farber, Fogler Rubinoff LLP (PG.New.PG24.6.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37223.pdf
(May 10, 2013) Letter from Peter F. Smith, Bousfields Inc. (PG.New.PG24.6.6)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37225.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Letter from Danielle Chin, Senior Planner, Building Industry and Land Development Association (PG.New.PG24.6.7)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37376.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Letter from Joel D. Farber, Fogler Rubinoff LLP (PG.New.PG24.6.8)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37384.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Letter from Barry Horosko, Brattys LLP (PG.New.PG24.6.9)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37387.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Letter from Paul E. Johnston, Johston Litavski, Planning Consulants (PG.New.PG24.6.10)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37393.pdf
(May 16, 2013) Submission from Paul Scrivener, Director of External Affairs, The Toronto Industry Network (PG.New.PG24.6.11)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pg/comm/communicationfile-37402.pdf

Public Works and Infrastructure Committee - Meeting 23

PW23.2 - Contract Award for Green Lane Landfill Development - Request for Proposal No. 3907-12-3192

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services, to negotiate and enter into an agreement with CRA Landfill Operations Limited for the Operations, Maintenance and Construction Services at the Green Lane Landfill  being the highest scoring proponent meeting the requirements of  Request for Proposal No. 3907-12-3192 for a term of  seven (7) years plus one (1) month, with two (2) additional separate one (1) year extensions exercisable at the sole discretion of the General Manager of Solid Waste Management Services, subject to ongoing budget approval, based on the terms and conditions set out in the Request for Proposal, the addenda and on such other terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, at a cost not to exceed a total  amount of $205,493,603.00 net of all taxes ($209,110,290.52 net of HST Recoveries) including disbursements, provisional allowances and contingencies.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee requested the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management, to provide a status report to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee on the Contractor Evaluation Tool.

 

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recessed its public session and met in closed session to consider confidential information on this item as it involves the security of the property of the municipality or local board.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services, and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management

Summary

The purpose of this report is to advise on the results of the Request for Proposal No. 3907-12-3192 for Operations, Maintenance and Construction Services at the Green Lane Landfill for a term of seven (7) years plus one (1) month, with the option to extend the term for two (2) additional one (1) year periods; and to request authority to enter into an agreement with CRA Landfill Operations Limited, being the highest scoring proponent.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services, and the Director, Purchasing and Materials Management, on Contract Award for Green Lane Landfill Development - Request for Proposal No. 3907-12-3192
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58073.pdf
(April 19, 2013) Attachment 1 - Knowles Consultancy Services Inc. - Fairness Consultant Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58074.pdf

Speakers

Councillor Norm Kelly

PW23.3 - Rail Siding and Cost Sharing Agreement: City of Toronto and Toronto Port Lands Company

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the General Manager, Toronto Water, to negotiate, enter into and execute a rail siding use and cost sharing agreement, including any renewals, extensions, amendments, revisions or assignments of such agreement, with City of Toronto Economic Development Corporation (c.o.b. Toronto Port Lands Company) or any of its successors or assigns on such terms and conditions as may be acceptable to the General Manager, Toronto Water, and all in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor.

Origin

(April 24, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Toronto Water

Summary

Toronto Water is seeking approval to enter into a ten (10) year rail siding use and cost sharing agreement between the City and the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) for the use of a rail siding owned by the TPLC which services the Ashbridges Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant (ABTP).   The rail siding is used by Toronto Water to deliver goods including process chemicals to the ABTP for daily use in its operations.

 

Toronto Water will continue, as per past practice, to be responsible for operating and maintaining the rail line within the boundary of the ABTP site.  Under this agreement, Toronto Water will pay one third of the costs reasonably incurred by TPLC to maintain in a state of good repair the rail line on TPLC land to the west of the ABTP.  

Background Information (Committee)

(April 24, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Toronto Water, on Rail Siding and Cost Sharing Agreement: City of Toronto and Toronto Port Lands Company
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58080.pdf

PW23.5 - Enwave - Deep Lake Water Cooling System Expansion Proposal

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Committee Recommendations

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends that:

 

1.               City Council authorize the General Manager, Toronto Water, in consultation with the Chief Corporate Officer and the City Solicitor, to:

 

a.         enter into without prejudice contract negotiations with Enwave Energy Corporation (Enwave) regarding Enwave's proposal to further amend the Energy Transfer Agreement (ETA) between the City and Enwave dated January 18, 2002, as amended, to expand the Deep Lake Water Cooling (DLWC) Project's system capacity by increasing the flow of cool water from the City's Island Water Treatment Plant and;

 

b.         to report back following the conclusion of negotiations to seek further Council direction.

Origin

(April 23, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Toronto Water

Summary

This report requests authority for the General Manager, Toronto Water, to enter into negotiations with Enwave Energy Corporation (Enwave) to amend the Energy Transfer Agreement (ETA) on the basis of a proposed expansion to the Deep Lake Water Cooling (DLWC) system. Enwave has approached the City with a proposal to increase the size of the DLWC system, based on a new raw water diversion system, originating at Toronto Water’s Island Water Treatment Plant (WTP).

 

The proposal has sufficient technical merit and potential to provide benefits to the City including increasing revenues, rehabilitating existing equipment with minimal City investment, capitalizing on abandoned infrastructure and establishing environmental improvements.  If mutually beneficial terms can be agreed upon, a DLWC expansion will be an opportunity to strengthen an existing strategic business partnership providing benefits to both parties.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 23, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Toronto Water, on Enwave - Deep Lake Water Cooling System Expansion Proposal
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58083.pdf

PW23.10 - Right-Turn-On-Red Prohibitions - Dundas Street West and Keele Street

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
13 - Parkdale-High Park, 14 - Parkdale-High Park
Attention
Bills 842 and 843 have been submitted on this Item.

Committee Recommendations

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council prohibit eastbound right turns on Dundas Street West at Keele Street when traffic control signal shows red.

 

2.         City Council prohibit westbound right turns on Dundas Street West at Keele Street when traffic control signal shows red.

 

3.         City Council prohibit southbound right turns on Keele Street at Dundas Street West when traffic control signal shows red.

Origin

(April 15, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Transportation Services

Summary

Transportation Services is requesting authority from City Council to introduce right-turn-on-red prohibitions for eastbound, westbound and southbound traffic at Dundas Street West and Keele Street.

 

These prohibitions are recommended to improve the pedestrian crossing environment.  Existing buildings on three of the four corners reduce sightlines for right-turning vehicles.  As a result, these motorists encroach into the pedestrian crosswalks on a red signal to see oncoming vehicular traffic.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 15, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Transportation Services, on Right-Turn-On-Red Prohibitions - Dundas Street West and Keele Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58087.pdf
(April 15, 2013) Attachment 1 - Map
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58088.pdf

PW23.11 - Traffic Congestion Management and Traffic Signal Coordination

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Mayor's 1st Key Matter and first Item of business on Tuesday, June 11th

Committee Recommendations

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council endorse the following Intelligent Transportation Systems proposed enhancements (in principle) to mitigate congestion and direct Transportation Services to prepare the appropriate business cases to be submitted with the 2014 Operating and Capital Budget submissions:

 

a.         arterial Road Traffic Cameras;

b.         arterial Road Variable Message Signs; and

c.         traffic Operations Centre Upgrade.

Committee Decision Advice and Other Information

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee:

 

1.         Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, in conjunction with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, to report back to the appropriate committee on:

 

a.         improvements to the transportation review process of development applications to ascertain and comment on the observed impacts of new developments on the road system and neighbouring residential communities, and the traffic these new developments create; and

 

b.         amendments to the policy which permits the closing of lanes for construction of new developments to reduce or eliminate the practice, as is done in other municipalities.

 

2.         Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, to report to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee on the following:

 

a.         an analysis of the level of congestion attributable to traffic back-up resulting from queing in the left turn lane for traffic movement from southbound Yonge Street to eastbound 401.

 

b.         the cost and funding options for alternatives to address the problem identified in 2a. above.

 

c.         an analysis of traffic movements at intersections in the Yonge/Sheppard area and the relationship between continued highrise development and traffic congestion.

 

3.         Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, to provide an educational briefing to inform Council members of available/recommended traffic control systems.

Origin

(April 30, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Transportation Services

Summary

The purpose of this report is to provide an overview on the causes of congestion within the City of Toronto and identify the near term and long term congestion management actions and strategies to improve traffic operations across the entire City, including the 10 most congested intersections. Within the City of Toronto, the impacts related to excessive traffic congestion are significant, as it not only results in economic costs in the billions of dollars each year, it also has a negative impact on the environment and affects the quality of life for the residents of Toronto on a daily basis.  Therefore, it is essential that efforts are made to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the City of Toronto's road and transportation management systems in order to mitigate the impacts of congestion.

 

Since the effects of aging traffic signal equipment and software as well as poor traffic signal coordination are factors that contribute to the cause of congestion, this report also reviews the signal systems and signal coordination methodologies used within the City of Toronto.  As part of the congestion management plan, a program is recommended to improve traffic signal coordination at approximately 1000 intersections on priority routes within the City over the three years.

 

In addition to improving traffic signal coordination, it is recommended that traffic signal software, hardware and traffic signal systems referred to as the Intelligent Transportation Systems that are currently used within the city of Toronto be upgraded.  It is also recommended that traffic cameras and variable message signs be installed on arterial roads and that our current communication system be replace with a more reliable wireless system.  As well, strategies are to be developed in the area of road occupation management, including stepped-up enforcement to minimize the impacts on the flow of traffic due to legal and illegal lane use.

Background Information (Committee)

(April 30, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Transportation Services, on Traffic Congestion Management and Traffic Signal Coordination
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58146.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 1 - Traffic Signal Control Systems
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58147.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 2 - Factors That Influence Signal Coordination
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58148.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 3 - 10 Most Congested Locations - Bayview Avenue and Sheppard Avenue East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58149.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 4 - 10 Most Congested Locations - Yonge Street, Highway 401 to Sheppard Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58150.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 5 - 10 Most Congested Locations - York Street, Front Street West to FGG/Lake Shore Blvd.
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58151.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 6 - 10 Most Congested Locations - Allen Road and Sheppard Avenue West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58152.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 7 - 10 Most Congested Locations - Leslie Street, Highway 401 to Sheppard Avenue East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58153.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 8 - 10 Most Congested Locations - Lake Shore Boulevard West, Bathurst Street to York Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58154.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 9 - 10 Most Congested Locations - Markham Road, Highway 401 to Progress Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58155.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 10 - 10 Most Congested Locations - Dufferin Street and Finch Avenue West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58156.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 11 - 10 Most Congested Locations - Black Creek Drive and Lawrence Avenue West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58157.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 12 - 10 Most Congested Locations - Kennedy Road, Sheppard Avenue East to Highway 401
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58158.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Attachment 13 - Map of City of Toronto 10 Most Congested Locations
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58159.pdf

Speakers

Councillor John Filion
Councillor David Shiner
Councillor Josh Matlow

PW23.14 - Exemption to Municipal Code Chapter 681, Sewers and Chapter 851, Water Supply - 145 Greenbrae Circuit, To Allow Service Connections by Developer

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
38 - Scarborough Centre

Committee Recommendations

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the General Manager, Toronto Water, to exempt the municipal property located at 145 Greenbrae Circuit from the conditions set out in Municipal Code Chapter 851, Water Supply, §851–4C(1)(b)[1] and permit the installation of new water service connections by the owner without the necessity that it be in conjunction with the construction of new water main infrastructure related to the owner's project.

 

2.         City Council authorize the General Manager, Toronto Water, to exempt the municipal property located at 145 Greenbrae Circuit from the conditions set out in Municipal Code Chapter 681, Sewers, §681-11H(2)(a) and permit the installation of new sewer connections by the owner without the necessity that it be in conjunction with the construction of new sewer works related to the owner's project.

 

3.         City Council authorize the General Manager to exempt, where appropriate, an owner from the conditions contained in §851–4C(1)(b)[1]  of the Water Supply By-law or the conditions contained in §681-11H(2)(a)  of the Sewers By-law or both, as the case may be, where the General Manager is satisfied that the service connections can be properly installed by the owner in accordance with the City specifications and other requirements set out in §851–4C(1)(b) and/or §681-11H(2), respectively and that Chapter 851 and Chapter 681 be amended to reflect same.

Origin

(May 1, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Toronto Water

Summary

This report is to request City Council authorization for the General Manager, Toronto Water, to exempt the owner of 145 Greenbrae Circuit from the conditions in §681-11H(2)(a) of Chapter 681 and §851–4C(1)(b)[1] of Chapter 851 of the Toronto Municipal Code to permit the owner to install service connections. Under the current City by-laws, where the owner does not meet the specified conditions, the City installs the municipal service connections.  The owner has requested that it be allowed to do the work.

Background Information (Committee)

(May 1, 2013) Report from the General Manager, Toronto Water, on Exemption to Municipal Code Chapter 681, Sewers and Chapter 851, Water Supply - 145 Greenbrae Circuit, To Allow Service Connections by Developer
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-58189.pdf

Etobicoke York Community Council - Meeting 24

EY24.1 - Final Report - 259 and 270 The Kingsway and 1144 Royal York Road - Zoning By-law Amendment Application

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
4 - Etobicoke Centre
Attention
Communications EY24.1.140 to EY24.1.472 have been submitted on this Item

Public Notice Given

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council refuse the application for Zoning By-law Amendment at 259 and 270 The Kingsway and 1144 Royal York Road as the proposal is not in keeping with the character of the neighbourhood, and would create a negative precedent in the area.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants and appear before the Ontario Municipal Board in support of City Council's decision to refuse the application, in the event that the application is appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board.

 

3.         City Council state that the resolution adopted by the Etobicoke York Community Council at its meeting on May 15, 2012, (Item EY16.2) requesting City Planning staff to consider alternative development concepts that may provide a more compatible relationship between the redevelopment and the surrounding community in terms of height, density, land use mix, traffic impact and overall urban design, was not evident in the report (April 26, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District, headed "Final Report - 259 and 270 The Kingsway and 1144 Royal York Road - Zoning By-law Amendment Application.

 

4.         City Council note that an application has now been filed for lands adjacent to the Humbertown Shopping Centre site by the Elia Corporation for 289-291 The Kingsway and 1, 3, 5 and 7 St. Stevens Court, to permit an additional 6 buildings, of up to 16 storeys in height, and comprising another 606 units in 49,553 square metres (533,402 square feet) of gross floor area.  Both applications, if approved, would increase the unit count in the area to 1,210 units, with 102,612 square metres (1,104,543 square feet) of residential floor area, as well as 21,837 square metres (235,059 square feet) of retail commercial floor area.

 

5.         City Council fully consider the proposed redevelopment of the Humbertown Shopping Centre and the apartments on The Kingsway/St. Stevens Court, both singularly and in combination, to represent "significant intensification of land adjacent to a neighbourhood and an apartment neighbourhood" which qualifies for the imposition of a comprehensive Secondary Plan process under Sections 2.3.1.3 and 5.2.1.2 of the Official Plan.

 

6.         City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to initiate a Secondary Plan process covering all of the mixed use and apartment neighbourhood lands in the vicinity of the Humbertown Shopping Centre, and a further report be submitted by Planning staff to the September 10, 2013 meeting of the Etobicoke York Community Council setting out a work plan, budget, and schedule for completing such a review. 

 

7.         Should the Ontario Municipal Board choose to approve the proposal, City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Board to implement the following conditions of approval:

 

             I.         Require the owner to enter into an Agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the City Solicitor, such agreement to be registered on title to secure the following facilities, services and matters from the owner at its expense:

 

A.        A cash contribution of $2,500,000 to be paid to the City prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit, to be allocated generally as follows:

 

i.          $1,300,000 for capital improvements to Humber Valley Park and Humber Valley Arena and Ice Rink; and

 

ii.         Provide and maintain works of public art within the lands, or provide cash in lieu thereof, of a value not less than $1,200,000, implemented under the City’s Public Art Program.

           

                        B.        Require that the cash amounts identified in A above shall be indexed annually in accordance with the Non-Residential Construction Price Index for the Toronto CMA, reported quarterly by Statistics Canada in Construction Price Statistics Publication No. 62-007-XPB, or its successor, calculated from the date of execution of the Section 37 Agreement to the date of submission of the funds by the owner to the City.

 

As a legal convenience, the following matters should be secured in the Section 37 Agreement:

 

C.        The owner shall construct and maintain the development in accordance with Tier 1 performance measures of the Toronto Green Standard, as adopted by Toronto City Council at its meeting held on October 26 and 27, 2009 through the adoption of item PG32.3 of the Planning and Growth Management Committee.

 

D.        The owner shall, at its expense complete the following transportation improvements, including satisfactory detailed functional and engineering design drawings, cost estimates, financial guarantees, engineering and inspection fees, and insurance to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, specifically:

 

                        Royal York Road

 

a)         reconstruct the full width of Royal York Road, from a point 25 metres north of the north limit of Ashley Road, to Royal York Court, within two years of project build-out.

 

                                    Ashley Road/The Kingsway

 

b)         reconstruct the full width of The Kingsway, from a point 25 metres north of the north limit of Ashley Road, to the south limit of Lambeth Road, within two years of project build-out.

 

c)         provide the City with a certified cheque in the amount of $300,000 to cover the City’s costs of undertaking an environmental assessment, if required, for the proposed widening of Ashley Road from two lanes to four, such monies to be returned if an environmental assessment is not necessary.  If an environmental assessment is required, any unspent portion of this amount is to be returned.

 

d)         provide a detailed design, financial securities, and construct the pavement widening on Ashley Road, between Royal York Road and The Kingsway.

 

e)         provide the City with a certified cheque in the amount of $500,000 for the installation of traffic control signals, excluding any required intersection improvements that would be required at the owner’s additional expense, at the intersection of Ashley Road/Royal York Road, and the possible future signalization of Ashley Road/The Kingsway, following signal warrant studies to be conducted by the applicant within two years of project build-out.

 

f)         design and construct a separate left turn storage lane at the north approach to The Kingsway/Ashley Road intersection with a 70 metre storage lane length and a 15 metre transition taper, and a separate left turn storage lane at the south intersection approach with a 20 metre storage lane length and a 15 metre transition taper.

 

                                     Lambeth Road

 

g)         reconstruct the full width of Lambeth Road, from Royal York Road to a point 25 metres north of the existing north plaza entrance on Lambeth Road, within two years of project build-out.

 

h)         provide a detailed design, financial securities, and construct the realignment of the Lambeth Road and The Kingsway intersection, including the introduction of an auxiliary left turn storage lane at the north intersection approach, providing a 25 metre storage lane length and a 15 metre transition taper.

 

                                     The Kingsway

 

i)          provide the City with a certified cheque in the amount of $250,000, excluding any intersection improvements that would be required at the owner’s additional expense, for the installation of a pedestrian activated traffic signal at The Kingsway/Private Street B intersection following a warrant study to be conducted by the applicant within two years of project build-out.

 

Humber Valley Neighbourhood

 

j)          provide the City with a certified cheque in the amount of $100,000 to cover the City’s cost of introducing traffic calming measures in the area bordered by Islington Avenue to the west, Dundas Street West to the south, Royal York Road to the east, and The Kingsway/Edenbridge Drive to the north.

 

II.        Require the owner to enter into an Agreement pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act and Section 41 of the Planning Act satisfactory of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the City Solicitor, such agreement to be registered on title to secure the following facilities, services and matters from the owner at its expense:

 

A.        Prior to Site Plan approval pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, the owner shall provide a Construction Management Plan at its expense to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering and Construction Services.

 

B.        Prior to Site Plan approval pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, the owner shall agree to provisions regarding environmental sustainability, wind mitigation, municipal services and street tree irrigation.

 

C.        The owner shall satisfy the requirements of the Toronto District School Board regarding warning clauses in purchase agreements and site signage.

 

D.        Prior to Site Plan approval, the owner shall provide the City with a certified cheque in the amount of $140,000 to be used to implement signal priority for Toronto Transit Commission buses at existing signalized intersections and at the proposed signalized intersection of Royal York Road and Ashley Road to the satisfaction of the Toronto Transit Commission and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services.

 

E.         Prior to Site Plan approval, the owner shall provide the City with a certified cheque in the amount of $72,000 to cover the City’s costs of relocating existing bus shelters and street furniture in the vicinity of the subject site.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

Etobicoke York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

 

Etobicoke York Community Council considered Item EY24.1 during afternoon and evening sessions held at The Church on The Queensway, 1536 The Queensway, Etobicoke.

Origin

(April 26, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District

Summary

This application proposes to amend the former City of Etobicoke Zoning Code to permit the demolition and redevelopment of the Humbertown Shopping Centre; replacing it with a mixed use development constructed on both the east and west sides of The Kingsway.  The redevelopment proposal comprises commercial uses on the ground floor and second floor of five buildings, as well as three residential buildings containing 604 residential units, of which 28 would be townhouse units.  The residential buildings would range in height from three storeys (townhouses) to 12 storeys.  The proposal is for the lands known municipally as 259 and 270 The Kingsway, and 1144 Royal York Road.

 

This report recommends approval of this application.  The proposal meets the intent of the City’s Official Plan for intensification in Mixed Use Areas. The proposal is consistent with the policies and provisions of the Provincial Policy Statement and is in conformity with the Greater Golden Horseshoe Growth Plan.

 

The proposed height, density and built form are appropriate and the design reflects a continuation of the modernist approach for these lands.  The development makes efficient use of land and existing infrastructure and provides additional landscaping and open spaces. 

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 26, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District, regarding 259 and 270 The Kingsway and 1144 Royal York Road - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/bgrd/backgroundfile-58020.pdf

Speakers

Cyndi Rottenberg-Walker, Partner, Urban Strategies Inc.
Lachlan MacLachlan (Submission Filed)
Jim Greenshields
Anne Anderson
David Cox
Martin Abel
Sue Walton
Jory Platt
David Williamson
Arlene Campbell
John Campbell
Irene Chwartacky
Ira Nishisato
Walter Markham
Marianne Bulger
Alan Welch
Heather Gordon
Cesare Masciarelli
Joseph Veneziano
Chris Kerrigan
William Mitchell
Diana Chant
Andrea Pearson
Michael Javorski
Jeremy Skinner (Submission Filed)
Christine Nordal
Santino Agueci
Judith Pilowsky
Katja Huismans
Ron Meredith-Jones
Joan Cannings
Susan Riseley
Joanne Pickard (Submission Filed)
Dennis Melnbardis
Niels Christensen, President, Humber Valley Village Residents Association
Malcolm Roberts, on behalf of Rosa Maria Tricta
Mike Bulger
Lynda Thompson
Mark Herron
Julie Camilleri
Ian Waymann
Ian Finlay
Marilynne Day-Linton
A. M. (Lexie) Skinner
Richard Morency

Communications (Community Council)

(February 18, 2013) E-mail from Doug Driscoll (EY.Main.EY24.1.1)
(April 18, 2013) E-mail from John Whale (EY.Main.EY24.1.2)
(April 19, 2013) E-mail from Susan Hunter (EY.Main.EY24.1.3)
(April 19, 2013) Letter from Lynn Campbell (EY.Main.EY24.1.4)
(April 21, 2013) E-mail from Sarah Henderson (EY.Main.EY24.1.5)
(April 22, 2013) E-mail from Wendy and Louis Cimicata (EY.Main.EY24.1.6)
(April 21, 2013) Letter from W. Eldon Morrell (EY.Main.EY24.1.7)
(April 21, 2013) Letter from W. E. Morrell, President, Gilwood Bay Developments Limited (EY.Main.EY24.1.8)
(April 23, 2013) E-mail from Erik Searle (EY.Main.EY24.1.9)
(April 26, 2013) E-mail from Judy Keeler and Mary Keeler (EY.Main.EY24.1.10)
(April 28, 2013) E-mail from Ryan Ricci (EY.Main.EY24.1.11)
(April 28, 2013) E-mail from Jane Hudon (EY.Main.EY24.1.12)
(April 29, 2013) E-mail from Reverend Don Gibson (EY.Main.EY24.1.13)
(April 30, 2013) E-mail from Chester Poch (EY.New.EY24.1.14)
(April 30, 2013) E-mail from Jim and Pierrette Ramsdale (EY.New.EY24.1.15)
(May 1, 2013) E-mail from Rosa Maria Tricta (EY.New.EY24.1.16)
(April 29, 2013) Fax from A. Romano (EY.New.EY24.1.17)
(May 1, 2013) Letter from Cary McCauley (EY.New.EY24.1.18)
(May 1, 2013) Letter from Martha and Fred Ross (EY.New.EY24.1.19)
(April 26, 2013) Letter from Leslie Smyth (EY.New.EY24.1.20)
(May 2, 2013) E-mail from Aliki Markakis (EY.New.EY24.1.21)
(May 2, 2013) E-mail from Heather Gordon (EY.New.EY24.1.22)
(May 2, 2013) E-mail from Susan Bardwell (EY.New.EY24.1.23)
(May 2, 2013) E-mail from Catherine and David Wilkes (EY.New.EY24.1.24)
(May 3, 2013) E-mail from Daphne Hyatt (EY.New.EY24.1.25)
(May 3, 2013) E-mail from Nitin Deckha (EY.New.EY24.1.26)
(May 3, 2013) E-mail from Monica Mitchell (EY.New.EY24.1.27)
(May 3, 2013) E-mail from Anne and Bob Shiley (EY.New.EY24.1.28)
(May 3, 2013) E-mail from Elizabeth Milne (EY.New.EY24.1.29)
(May 2, 2013) E-mail from Robert Edwin Moore (EY.New.EY24.1.30)
(May 3, 2013) E-mail from Anne and Bob Shiley (EY.New.EY24.1.31)
(May 1, 2013) Letter from Douglas F. Young (EY.New.EY24.1.32)
(May 4, 2013) E-mail from Jane Hudon (EY.New.EY24.1.33)
(May 5, 2013) E-mail from Joan Harris (EY.New.EY24.1.34)
(May 5, 2013) E-mail from Rose Robertson (EY.New.EY24.1.35)
(May 5, 2013) E-mail from Mr. and Mrs. W. Fedchak (EY.New.EY24.1.36)
(May 6, 2013) E-mail from Jill Fisher (EY.New.EY24.1.37)
(May 2, 2013) E-mail from David M. Williamson (EY.New.EY24.1.38)
(May 6, 2013) E-mail from Joeen Melchiorre (EY.New.EY24.1.39)
(May 6, 2013) E-mail from Milica Vukovic (EY.New.EY24.1.40)
(May 6, 2013) E-mail from Desmond Benfield (EY.New.EY24.1.41)
(May 6, 2013) E-mail from Kathleen Klein (EY.New.EY24.1.42)
(May 6, 2013) E-mail from Anthony Maida on behalf of G. Maida (EY.New.EY24.1.43)
(May 7, 2013) E-mail from Ian Cruickshank (EY.New.EY24.1.44)
(May 8, 2013) E-mail from Patricia Pangretitsch (EY.New.EY24.1.45)
(May 1, 2013) Letter from Ramona F. Burke (EY.New.EY24.1.46)
(May 8, 2013) E-mail from Helen Paul (EY.New.EY24.1.47)
(May 9, 2013) Letter from Sylvia Morris (EY.New.EY24.1.48)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Deborah Turnbull (EY.New.EY24.1.49)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Doug Kinsman (EY.New.EY24.1.50)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Maurice Hudon (EY.New.EY24.1.51)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Dennis and Joan Schettler (EY.New.EY24.1.52)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Janis Kontor (EY.New.EY24.1.53)
(May 10, 2013) Letter from Penny and Ron Moles (EY.New.EY24.1.54)
(May 10, 2013) E-mail from C. Veira (EY.New.EY24.1.55)
(May 10, 2013) E-mail from Daniela Chiasson (EY.New.EY24.1.56)
(May 9, 2013) Letter from Ralph C. Sauerberg (EY.New.EY24.1.57)
(May 10, 2013) E-mail from Terry Cord (EY.New.EY24.1.58)
(May 10, 2013) E-mail from Doug and Mary Chapman (EY.New.EY24.1.59)
(May 10, 2013) E-mail from Ellen Ohab (EY.New.EY24.1.60)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Pat Yoshioka (EY.New.EY24.1.61)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Stephen and Ann Kampers (EY.New.EY24.1.62)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Carol Barber (EY.New.EY24.1.63)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Sarah Reid (EY.New.EY24.1.64)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Reinhold Stroeter (EY.New.EY24.1.65)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Kim Reid (EY.New.EY24.1.66)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Eugene Martynovitch (EY.New.EY24.1.67)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Margaret Stroeter (EY.New.EY24.1.68)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Devon and Stephen Gubasta (EY.New.EY24.1.69)
(May 12, 2013) E-mail from Walter Markham (EY.New.EY24.1.70)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Tasha MacDonald (EY.New.EY24.1.71)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Ingrid, Joe and Ken Kubecka (EY.New.EY24.1.72)
(May 13, 2013) Submission from David Cox (EY.New.EY24.1.73)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from David Scott (EY.New.EY24.1.74)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Marny Scully (EY.New.EY24.1.75)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Mhairi Lang (EY.New.EY24.1.76)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Reena Feliciano (EY.New.EY24.1.77)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Bruce Markham (EY.New.EY24.1.78)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Robert and Alberta Craft (EY.New.EY24.1.79)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Jennifer Drake (EY.New.EY24.1.80)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Loralee MacLean (EY.New.EY24.1.81)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Robert Everett (EY.New.EY24.1.82)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Heather Cruickshank (EY.New.EY24.1.83)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Jane and John Downs (EY.New.EY24.1.84)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Carolyn Murray (EY.New.EY24.1.85)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Elaine Markham (EY.New.EY24.1.86)
(May 14, 2013) Submission from Ian Finlay (EY.New.EY24.1.87)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Nancy Dockrill (EY.New.EY24.1.88)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Robert and Annabel Glover (EY.New.EY24.1.89)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Robert Pyne (EY.New.EY24.1.90)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Marc Solby (EY.New.EY24.1.91)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Fred Porter (EY.New.EY24.1.92)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Sheila C. Ogilvie -Harris (EY.New.EY24.1.93)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Gary Vivian (EY.New.EY24.1.94)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from George Kostiuk (EY.New.EY24.1.95)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Steve Vogtle (EY.New.EY24.1.96)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Varsha Koneri-Grant (EY.New.EY24.1.97)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Eva Kostiuk (EY.New.EY24.1.98)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Valentina Krasteva (EY.New.EY24.1.99)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Cristina Cameron (EY.New.EY24.1.100)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Barry and Alma Sparks (EY.New.EY24.1.101)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Lorraine Nishisato (EY.New.EY24.1.102)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Shizuhiko Nishisato (EY.New.EY24.1.103)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Sandra Fairman (EY.New.EY24.1.104)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Ann and Eric Feige (EY.New.EY24.1.105)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Anne Walsh (EY.New.EY24.1.106)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Ann McGuire (EY.New.EY24.1.107)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Leslie Smyth (EY.New.EY24.1.108)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Diana Chant (EY.New.EY24.1.109)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from William Mitchell (EY.New.EY24.1.110)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from George and Irene Wood (EY.New.EY24.1.111)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Peter Yannopoulos (EY.New.EY24.1.112)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Michael Bulger (EY.New.EY24.1.113)
(September 6, 2012) Submission from Michael W. Skora, on behalf of the Skora Household (EY.New.EY24.1.114)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Walter Lowes (EY.New.EY24.1.115)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Pat Yannopoulos (EY.New.EY24.1.116)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Lynne Barnard (EY.New.EY24.1.117)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from June Nagy (EY.New.EY24.1.118)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Anne Soloman (EY.New.EY24.1.119)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Tom Trottier (EY.New.EY24.1.120)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Tom Easton (EY.New.EY24.1.121)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Janet Hilson (EY.New.EY24.1.122)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from David Whyte (EY.New.EY24.1.123)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Corrado Chianello (EY.New.EY24.1.124)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from A.N. Crocker (EY.New.EY24.1.125)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Rev. Neville E. Bishop (EY.New.EY24.1.126)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Sherri Melnick (EY.New.EY24.1.127)
(May 14, 2013) Letter from Maria and Fred Alonzi (EY.New.EY24.1.128)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Jan McCelland (EY.New.EY24.1.129)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Heather Bacon (EY.New.EY24.1.130)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Colleen Keegan (EY.New.EY24.1.131)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Jeff Janke (EY.New.EY24.1.132)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Carl Brennan (EY.New.EY24.1.133)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Mario Osti (EY.New.EY24.1.134)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from George Dogterom (EY.New.EY24.1.135)
(May 14, 2013) Submission from Lachlan MacLachlan (EY.New.EY24.1.136)
(May 14, 2013) Submission from Jeremy Skinner (EY.New.EY24.1.137)
(November 20, 2012) Submission from Joanne Pickard (EY.New.EY24.1.138)
(October 28, 2012) Submission from Brian Miller (EY.New.EY24.1.139)

Communications (City Council)

(May 16, 2013) E-mail from Mr. and Mrs. W. Fedchak (CC.Main.EY24.1.140)
(May 16, 2013) E-mail from Steve Black (CC.Main.EY24.1.141)
(May 15, 2013) E-mail from Joseph and Francine Cucan (CC.Main.EY24.1.142)
(May 17, 2013) E-mail from Robert Pyne (CC.Main.EY24.1.143)
(May 16, 2013) E-mail from Carolyn Graham (CC.Main.EY24.1.144)
(May 17, 2013) E-mail from Lynne Kee (CC.Main.EY24.1.145)
(May 19, 2013) E-mail from John Flaxman (CC.Main.EY24.1.146)
(May 22, 2013) E-mail from Mari Acebes (CC.Main.EY24.1.147)
(May 14, 2013) Letter from Alfred Doucette (CC.Main.EY24.1.148)
(June 6, 2013) E-mail from Alison Langford (CC.Supp.EY24.1.149)
(June 7, 2013) E-mail from Morgan Smith (CC.Supp.EY24.1.150)
(June 6, 2013) E-mail from John Flaxman (CC.Supp.EY24.1.151)
(June 6, 2013) E-mail from Thomas and Anne Potocnik (CC.Supp.EY24.1.152)
(June 7, 2013) E-mail from Amabel Averion (CC.Supp.EY24.1.153)
(June 7, 2013) E-mail from Raymond Bellanger (CC.Supp.EY24.1.154)
(June 6, 2013) E-mail from Donna Gates (CC.Supp.EY24.1.155)
(June 6, 2013) E-mail from Dawna Nicholson (CC.Supp.EY24.1.156)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Joanne Smith (CC.Supp.EY24.1.157)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from John Whale (CC.Supp.EY24.1.158)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from David Scott (CC.Supp.EY24.1.159)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Don and Brenda Gibson (CC.Supp.EY24.1.160)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Darren Fath (CC.Supp.EY24.1.161)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Gentian Ceni (CC.Supp.EY24.1.162)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Arjola Ceni (CC.Supp.EY24.1.163)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Kim Boyd (CC.Supp.EY24.1.164)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Wayne Weatherbee (CC.Supp.EY24.1.165)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Dr. Bruce M.T. Rowat (CC.Supp.EY24.1.166)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Anna Kennedy (CC.Supp.EY24.1.167)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Joe Camilleri (CC.Supp.EY24.1.168)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Judy Ludwig (CC.Supp.EY24.1.169)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Walter Markham (CC.Supp.EY24.1.170)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Susyn Dixon (CC.Supp.EY24.1.171)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Dan Voytovech (CC.New.EY24.1.172)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Mary Hall (CC.New.EY24.1.173)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Gary Fisher (CC.New.EY24.1.174)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Anne Anderson (CC.New.EY24.1.175)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Steve Georgas (CC.New.EY24.1.176)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Anne Georgas (CC.New.EY24.1.177)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from William Garrett (CC.New.EY24.1.178)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Gordon Russell (CC.New.EY24.1.179)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Ketty Cournoyer (CC.New.EY24.1.180)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Claire Quinn (CC.New.EY24.1.181)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Sam Scarfo (CC.New.EY24.1.182)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Barbara Scarfo (CC.New.EY24.1.183)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Stamos Katotakis, President, Voreon Inc. (CC.New.EY24.1.184)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Richard Morency (CC.New.EY24.1.185)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Stephanie and David Hawkey (CC.New.EY24.1.186)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Barb Power (CC.New.EY24.1.187)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from John Swann (CC.New.EY24.1.188)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Dr. Farid Mahmud (CC.New.EY24.1.189)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Glenna Azuma (CC.New.EY24.1.190)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Barbara Timmins (CC.New.EY24.1.191)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Carl Brennan (CC.New.EY24.1.192)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Karen Janet Brethour (CC.New.EY24.1.193)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Bruce Mack (CC.New.EY24.1.194)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Kevin Fox (CC.New.EY24.1.195)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Carol and Rob Dougans (CC.New.EY24.1.196)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Peter Walker (CC.New.EY24.1.197)
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EY24.2 - Final Report - Queensway Avenue Corridor - Zoning By-law Amendment

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
5 - Etobicoke-Lakeshore

Public Notice Given

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend the former City of Etobicoke Zoning Code and Zoning By-law 514-2003 with respect to the lands fronting the north and south side of The Queensway, between Mimico Creek and Kipling Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 1 to the report (April 26, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

Etobicoke York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

Origin

(April 26, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District

Summary

At its meeting of April 9, 2013, Etobicoke York Community Council directed staff to submit an amendment to The Queensway Avenue Zoning By-law 514-2003 to its May 14, 2013 meeting.  This By-law applies to the lands fronting the north and south side of The Queensway, between Mimico Creek and Kipling Avenue.  The purpose of the amendment is to prohibit the use of holistic clinics, adult entertainment establishments, massage therapy and body rub services and to ensure the definitions for these uses are consistent with the new City-wide Harmonized Zoning By-law.

 

This report presents the requested amendment.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 26, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District regarding a Zoning By-law Amendment - Final Report - Queensway Avenue Corridor
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/bgrd/backgroundfile-57901.pdf

Speakers

Rebecca Tsegag
Judith Milne

Communications (Community Council)

(April 24, 2013) E-mail from Dr. Murtuza H. Kohja (EY.Main.EY24.2.1)
(April 25, 2013) Letter from E. Davis (EY.Main.EY24.2.2)
(May 1, 2013) E-mail from Mike Green, Chair, Thompson Orchard Community Association (EY.New.EY24.2.3)

EY24.3 - Final Report - A Portion of the Lands Formerly Known as 3035 Weston Road (Lots 2,7,12 and 28 to 78 Plan 66M-2503) - Part Lot Control Exemption Application

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
7 - York West
Attention
Bill 800 has been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council enact a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law for the lands formerly known as 3035 Weston Road (Lots 2, 7, 12 and 28 to 75 (inclusive) and Blocks 76 to 78 (inclusive) on Registered Plan of Subdivision 66M-2503) as generally illustrated on Attachment 1 to the report (April 15, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District, to be prepared to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and to expire two years following enactment by City Council.

 

2.         City Council require the owner to provide proof of payment of all current property taxes for the subject lands to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, prior to the enactment of the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law.

 

3.         City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law on title of the lands.

 

4.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Part Lot Control Exemption By-law as may be required.

Origin

(April 15, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District

Summary

This report reviews and recommends approval of an application by Damaris Development Inc. for Part Lot Control Exemption for 51 pairs of semi-detached dwellings (102 units) and 29 townhouse units within the development on lands formerly known as 3035 Weston Road (Lots 2, 7, 12 and 28 to 75 and Blocks 76 to 78 on Registered Plan of Subdivision 66M-2503).

 

This exemption from Part Lot Control will allow each lot containing a pair of semi-detached dwelling units to be subdivided yielding 102 individual residential lots each with a semi detached dwelling unit and three townhouse blocks to be subdivided yielding 29 residential lots each with a townhouse.

 

The proposal complies with the existing Official Plan and Zoning By-law. The lifting of Part Lot Control for a period of two years is considered appropriate for the orderly development of these lands.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of Part Lot Control Exemption.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 15, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District regarding a Part Lot Control Exemption Application on a portion of the lands formerly known as 3035 Weston Road (Lots 2,7,12 and 28 to 78 Plan 66M-2503)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/bgrd/backgroundfile-57597.pdf

EY24.21 - Highway Alterations - Emmett Avenue

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
11 - York South-Weston
Attention
Bill 824 has been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the alterations and modifications on Emmett Avenue, for extending, reconstructing and widening of the existing sidewalk from 1.5 metres to 2.0 metres in width on the west side of Emmett Avenue, from a point 110 metres north of Verona Avenue to a point 600 metres north of Eglinton Avenue West, as well as on the north and east side of Emmett Avenue, north of Eglinton Avenue, resulting in the slight narrowing of portions of the width of Emmett Avenue of between 0.1 metres to 1.3 metres, and the additions and modification to the existing parking bays on both sides of Emmett Avenue as indicated in Appendix “A” to the report (April 18, 2013) from the Director, Transportation Services, Etobicoke York District, and generally shown on the attached Drawings y12512p1 - y12512p8.

Origin

(April 18, 2013) Report from the Director, Transportation Services - Etobicoke York District

Summary

The purpose of this report is to obtain authorization for roadway alterations related to the 2013 reconstruction of Emmett Avenue. A new sidewalk is to be constructed on the west side of the street, as an extension to the existing sidewalk, from a point 110 metres north of Verona Avenue to a point 600 metres north of Eglinton Avenue West. Also, the existing sidewalk on the east side of Emmett Avenue is to have sectional repairs and is to be widened in the area north of Eglinton Avenue West. These amendments will result in some road narrowing at certain locations. In addition, proposed is the installation of new parking bays on both sides of the street.

 

Since the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) provides bus service on Emmett Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 18, 2013) Report from the Director, Transportation Services - Etobicoke York District regarding Highway Alterations - Emmett Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/bgrd/backgroundfile-57945.pdf
Attachments 1- 8 - Maps
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/bgrd/backgroundfile-57946.pdf

EY24.34 - Events of Municipal Significance for Liquor Licensing Purposes

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
2 - Etobicoke North, 5 - Etobicoke-Lakeshore, 6 - Etobicoke-Lakeshore, 13 - Parkdale-High Park, 17 - Davenport
Attention
Communication EY24.34.10 has been submitted on this Item

Community Council Recommendations

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

A.        City Council advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has no objection to the following requests for:

 

1.         A liquor license extension to permit a beer garden at Branch 3 of The Royal Canadian Legion, 150 8th Street, during the following annual events:

 

             -           the Canada Day Community BBQ on Monday, July 1, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 

             -           the Labour Day Community BBQ on Monday, September 2, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 

             2.        The 2013 Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival:

 

             a.        to be held on Bloor Street West, from Jane Street to Glendonwynne Road, on:

 

               -        Friday, September 13, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

               -        Saturday, September 14, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. 

               -        Sunday, September 15, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 

 

             b.        to operate Beer Gardens on Bloor Street West, one east of Armadale Avenue and another one east of Windermere Avenue; and

 

c.         for liquor license extensions onto City property for the duration of the festival, for the following establishments:

 

The Dark Horse – 2401 Bloor Street West

Bloom – 2315 Bloor Street West

Sushi & Thai – 2279 Bloor Street West

Villa – 2277 Bloor Street West

Queens Pasta Café – 2263 Bloor Street West

Shakey's Original Bar and Grill – 2255 Bloor Street West

Simply Thai Cuisine – 2253 Bloor Street West

The Works Bistro – 2245 Bloor Street West

17 Steps – 2241A Bloor Street West

The Kennedy Public House – 2199 Bloor Street West

Dr. Generosity – 2197 Bloor Street West

Sushi Villa - 2181 Bloor Street West

Yumi Japanese Restaurant – 2384 Bloor Street West

Amber European Restaurant – 2372 Bloor Street West

Yellow Griffin Pub - 2202 Bloor Street West

Green Mango – 2180 Bloor Street West.

 

3.         A temporary liquor licence extension for the outdoor Walking Ring area at Woodbine Race Track, 555 Rexdale Boulevard, for the Queen's Plate to be held on July 7, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

 

B.        City Council concur in the action taken by the Etobicoke York Community Council in approving the following:

 

             1.        A temporary liquor license extension for the Mamma Martino's, 624-B The Queensway, for its 30th Anniversary Celebration, being held on May 26, 2013, from noon to 6:00 p.m.

 

2.         A temporary liquor license extension for the Mimico Cruising Club, 200 Humber Bay Road West, for the following annual events:

 

             -          Lobster Dinner Event on Saturday, June 1, 2013, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

 

             -           Sailpast Event on Saturday, June 15, 2013, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

A.        Declared, for liquor licensing purposes, the following events to be of municipal significance, and directed that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that the Community Council has no objection to them taking place:

 

1.         The Annual Rotary Club Canada Day Ribfest, to be held from June 28 - July 1, 2013, at Centennial Park.

 

2.         The Annual Toronto International BrazilFest, to be held on July 21, 2013, at Earlscourt Park, from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

 

3.         The annual Canada Day Community BBQ on July 1, 2013, and the annual Labour Day Community BBQ on September 2, 2013, at Branch 3 of the Royal Canadian Legion, 150 8th Street, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 

4.         The Junction Music Festival, organized by the Junction Business Improvement Area, to be held on September 21, 2013, at various businesses in the Junction neighbourhood.

 

5.         The Junction Summer Solstice Festival, organized by the Junction Business Improvement Area, to be held on June 22, 2013, from 12:00 noon to midnight, at various businesses in the Junction neighbourhood.

 

6.         The 2013 Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival, to be held on Bloor Street West, from Jane Street to Glendonwynne Road, on Friday, September 13, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., Saturday, September 14, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., and Sunday, September 15, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

 

B.        Approved the following events due to the dates, and requested the concurrence of City Council in the action taken:

           

1.         A temporary liquor license extension  for the Mamma Martino's, 624-B The Queensway, for its 30th Anniversary Celebration, being held on May 26, 2013, from noon to 6:00 p.m.

 

2.         A temporary liquor license extension for the Mimico Cruising Club, 200 Humber Bay Road West, for the following annual events:

 

            -           Lobster Dinner Event on Saturday, June 1, 2013, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

 

            -           Sailpast Event on Saturday, June 15, 2013, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Summary

Seeking endorsement of various events for liquor licensing purposes.

Communications (Community Council)

(April 25, 2013) Letter from Councillor Mark Grimes, Ward 6, Etobicoke-Lakeshore, regarding the Annual Rotary Club Canada Day Ribfest, June 28 - July 1, 2013. (EY.Main.EY24.34.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/comm/communicationfile-36610.pdf
(May 3, 2013) Letter from Councillor Cesar Palacio, Ward 17 - Davenport, regarding the Annual Toronto International BrazilFest, on July 21, 2013, at Earlscourt Park (EY.New.EY24.34.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/comm/communicationfile-36919.pdf
(April 30, 2013) Letter from Kay McDonald, Manager, Branch 3, the Royal Canadian Legion, regarding the annual Community BBQ, on July 1 and September 2, 2013. (EY.New.EY24.34.3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/comm/communicationfile-36989.pdf
(May 3, 2013) Letter from Kristina Skindelyte, The Junction BIA, regarding the Junction Music Festival on September 21, 2013. (EY.New.EY24.34.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/comm/communicationfile-36990.pdf
(May 3, 2013) Letter from Kristina Skindelyte, The Junction BIA, regarding The Junction Summer Solstice Festival on June 22, 2013. (EY.New.EY24.34.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/comm/communicationfile-36991.pdf
(May 1, 2013) Letter from John Pereira, General Manager, Mimico Cruising Club, regarding the annual Lobster Dinner Event on June 1, 2013 and the Sailpast Event on June 15, 2013. (EY.New.EY24.34.6)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/comm/communicationfile-37147.pdf
(April 22, 2013) Letter from Bruno Martino, Owner of Mamma Martino's, regarding a 30th Anniversary Celebration on May 26, 2013. (EY.New.EY24.34.7)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/comm/communicationfile-37170.pdf
(May 9, 2013) Letter from Councillor Sarah Doucette, Ward 13, High Park, regarding the 2013 Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival, to be held from September 13 - 15, 2013. (EY.New.EY24.34.8)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/comm/communicationfile-37171.pdf
(April 8, 2013) Letter from Ralph Claussen, Director Food and Beverage Operations, Woodbine Entertainment Group regarding Queen's Plate Liquor Licence Extension - July 7, 2013. (EY.New.EY24.34.9)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ey/comm/communicationfile-37213.pdf

Communications (City Council)

(May 22, 2013) E-mail from Roger Bu, Owner, Axis Gallery, regarding an extension for the Junction Summer Solstice Festival on June 22, 2013 (CC.Main.EY24.34.10)

North York Community Council - Meeting 24

NY24.7 - Proposed Permanent Closure of Portions of the Public Lane Extending Westerly From Grey Road between Cranbrooke Avenue and Woburn Avenue

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
16 - Eglinton-Lawrence
Attention
Bill 799 has been submitted on this Item.

Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006

Community Council Recommendations

North York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council permanently close the portions of the public lane extending westerly from Grey Road between Cranbrooke Avenue and Woburn Avenue, designated as the “Lane”, and shown as Parts 1 to 11 on Sketch No. PS-2010-116, attached to the report (April 15, 2013) from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, North York District as Attachment 1.

 

2.         City Council enact a by-law substantially in the form of the draft by-law attached to the report (April 15, 2013) from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, North York District as Attachment 2.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

North York Community Council held a public meeting in accordance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and notice of the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was posted on the Public Notices Page of the City’s website in accordance with the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 162. No one addressed the North York Community Council on May 14, 2013.

Origin

(April 15, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, North York District

Summary

Transportation Services recommends that the subject portions of the public lane extending westerly from Grey Road between Cranbrooke Avenue and Woburn Avenue be permanently closed.  This public highway is surplus to municipal requirements.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 15, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, North York District on Proposed Permanent Closure of Portions of the Public Lane Extending Westerly From Grey Road between Cranbrooke Avenue and Woburn Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-58007.pdf
Attachment 1 - Sketch No. PS-2010-116
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-58008.pdf
Attachment 2 - Draft By-law
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-58009.pdf

NY24.11 - Request for Leaside Area-Wide Traffic Study

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
26 - Don Valley West
Attention
Communications NY24.11.2 and NY24.11.3 have been submitted on this Item

Community Council Recommendations

North York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council give authority to the General Manager, Transportation Services to issue a request for proposal (RFP) to undertake the comprehensive Leaside Area-Wide Traffic Study.

Origin

(April 17, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, North York District

Summary

City Council, at its meeting of March 21, 2013, adopted the following in considering item NY22.40:

 

"City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to report to the North York Community Council meeting on May 14, 2013 on the necessary process to conduct a comprehensive Leaside area-wide traffic study.

 

This report outlines the necessary process to conduct a comprehensive Leaside area-wide transportation study.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 17, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, North York District on Request for Leaside Area-Wide Traffic Study
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-57853.pdf
Attachment 1 - Leaside Study Area
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-57854.pdf

Speakers

Geoff Kettel, 1st Vice President, Leaside Property Owners Association Incorporated

Communications (Community Council)

(May 9, 2013) Letter from Carol Burtin Fripp, Leaside Property Owners Association Incorporated (NY.New.NY24.11.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/comm/communicationfile-37297.pdf

Communications (City Council)

(May 13, 2013) Letter from Jennifer Long, Cycle 26 (CC.Main.NY24.11.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37802.pdf
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Carol Burtin Fripp, Vice President, Leaside Property Owners Association Incorporated (LPOA) and Chair, LPOA Traffic and Transportation Committee (CC.New.NY24.11.3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37906.pdf

NY24.13 - Endorsement of Events for Liquor Licensing Purposes

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
9 - York Centre, 24 - Willowdale

Community Council Recommendations

North York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council concur in the action taken by the North York Community Council in approving a temporary liquor licence extension for the Caribbean Festival event to be held on Saturday, June 8, 2013, from 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at the Hickory House Restaurant Tavern, 440 McNicoll Avenue.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

North York Community Council:

 

1.         Directed that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that it has no objection to the request for a temporary liquor licence extension for the Caribbean Festival event to be held on Saturday, June 8, 2013, from 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at the Hickory House Restaurant Tavern, 440 McNicoll Avenue.

 

2.         For liquor licensing purposes, declared the Festival de Verano, to be held on Sunday, June 30, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., at Downsview Park, to be an event of municipal significance.

Summary

Seeking endorsement of events for Municipal Significance for liquor licensing purposes.

Communications (Community Council)

(April 12, 2013) Letter from Councillor Cesar Palacio, Ward 17 - Davenport, requesting that the Festival de Verano, to be held on Sunday, June 30, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. at Downsview Park, to be declared an event of municipal significance. (NY.Main.NY24.13.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/comm/communicationfile-36609.pdf
(April 25, 2013) Letter from Veron Stiliadis, Hickory House Restaurant & Tavern, requesting a temporary extension to their existing Liquor Licence for a Caribbean Festival to be held on June 8, 2013 from 10:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m. at the restaurant and parking lot of Hickory House Restaurant & Tavern at 440 McNicoll Avenue. (NY.Main.NY24.13.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/comm/communicationfile-36611.pdf
(April 26, 2013) E-mail from Veron Stiliadis, Hickory House Restaurant & Tavern, outlining further details regarding the request for a Liquor Licence Extension for the Caribbean Festival on June 8, 2013, submitted by Councillor Shiner (NY.Main.NY24.13.3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/comm/communicationfile-36833.pdf

NY24.19 - Final Report - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - 716-718 Marlee Avenue

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
15 - Eglinton-Lawrence
Attention
Communication NY24.19.4 has been submitted on this Item

Public Notice Given

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

North York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend former City of North York Zoning By-law No. 7625 at 716-718 Marlee Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 5 to the report (April 26, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

 

 2.        City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.         Prior to the enactment of the Bills, City Council require the applicant to submit revised drawings showing the upgraded west façade of the dwelling on Lot 1, the updated front façades of all dwellings and a fencing plan, to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Planning, North York District.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

North York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on May 14, 2013 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

Origin

(April 26, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, North York District

Summary

This application proposes to amend former City of North York Zoning By-law No. 7625 for the lands at 716-718 Marlee Avenue to permit the development of four single- detached dwellings, with integral at grade garages.  

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 26, 2013) Final Report and Attachments 1-7 from the Director, Community Planning, North York District on Zoning By-law Amendment Application for 716-718 Marlee Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-57991.pdf

Speakers

Elias Levy
Tony Coiro
David Laren, Glen Grove Estates

Communications (Community Council)

(April 11, 2013) E-mail from Joe N. Nobrega, President, Wenderly Park Community Association (NY.Main.NY24.19.1)
(April 24, 2013) E-mail from Linda Vaillancourt (NY.Main.NY24.19.2)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Joe N. Nobrega, Wenderly Park Community Association (NY.New.NY24.19.3)

Communications (City Council)

(May 31, 2013) Letter from Tony Coiro (CC.Supp.NY24.19.4)

NY24.20 - Final Report - Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control Applications - 49 Hendon Avenue, 26 and 28 Greenview Avenue and 9 - 25 Eldora Avenue

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
23 - Willowdale

Public Notice Given

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

North York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 7625 of the former City of North York, for the lands at 49 Hendon Avenue, 26 and 28 Greenview Avenue and 9 – 25 Eldora Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 5 to the report (April 24, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment:

 

A.        City Council require the Owner to enter into an Agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act as follows:

           

a.         The community benefits recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement are as follows:

 

i.          A monetary contribution in the form of a certified cheque and satisfactory to the City in the amount of $1,130.22 per square metre, to fund 1,180.4m2 of proposed gross floor area, toward the provision of public recreation centres and/or toward the cost of the City acquiring lands necessary for the completion of planned service roads and associated road network and buffer areas in the North York Centre, and which shall be indexed upwardly to the Toronto Real Estate Board Market Watch Index from the date of the Section 37 Agreement. The amount of the monetary contribution is equal to the market value, based on land value, of 1,180.4m2 of proposed gross floor area, as determined by the Director of Real Estate Services (as stated in Attachment 7 to the report dated April 24, 2013, from the Director, Community Planning, North York District) and provided to the City prior to issuance of any building permit; and

 

ii.         The dedication of the eastern portions of 26 and 28 Greenview Avenue to the City of Toronto, necessary for the future service road, to the satisfaction of the Director of Transportation Services.

 

b.         The following matters are also recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement as a legal convenience to support development:

           

i.          The Owner shall construct and maintain the development in accordance with Tier 1 performance measures of the Toronto Green Standard, as adopted by Toronto City Council at its meeting held on October 26 and 27, 2009 through the adoption of Item PG32.3 of the Planning and Growth Committee.

 

B.        City Council require the owner to submit to Development Engineering, Engineering and Construction Services, a certified cheque in the amount of $60,000.00, representing the pro-rated portion of the costs of the required sanitary downstream improvements to the existing sanitary sewer as a result of this development.  A second certified cheque shall be submitted to Development Engineering, Engineering and Construction Services in the amount of $3,390.00, representing the 5% engineering fee of the above construction works. These works will be completed by the City as part of the overall sanitary improvements in the area up to the sanitary trunk connection point.

 

4.         City Council approve, in principle, the Draft Site Plan Approval Conditions set out in Attachment 6 to the report (April 24, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

 

5.         City Council delegate back to the Chief Planner or his designate, the ability to issue final Site Plan Approval, in consultation with the Ward Councillor.

 

6.         City Council approve, in principle, the Conditions of Parkland Conveyance, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry & Recreation, set out in Attachment 8 to the report (April 24, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

North York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on May 14, 2013 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.  No one addressed the North York Community Council on May 14, 2013.

Origin

(April 24, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, North York District

Summary

These applications propose 10 stacked townhouse units and 103 stacked, back-to-back townhouse units (for a total of 113 units) in 5 blocks, with 124 underground parking spaces at 49 Hendon Avenue, 26 and 28 Greenview Avenue and 9 – 25 Eldora Avenue.

 

The proposal would result in a compact, low-rise residential development located on the edge of the North York Centre Secondary Plan, in close proximity to Finch subway station, making efficient use of land and existing infrastructure, including public services and facilities, parks and open spaces and recreation facilities.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend Zoning By-law No. 7625 of the former City of North York and recommends approval in principle of the Site Plan and Draft Conditions of Site Plan Approval.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 24, 2013) Final Report and Attachments 1-8 from the Director, Community Planning, North York District on Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control Applications for 49 Hendon Avenue, 26 and 28 Greenview Avenue and 9 - 25 Eldora Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-57994.pdf

Communications (Community Council)

(May 2, 2013) E-mail from Amy Vandendool, Enbridge Pipelines Inc. (NY.New.NY24.20.1)
(May 13, 2013) Letter from Ejaz Ahmad & Zahrae Rashti (NY.New.NY24.20.2)
(May 12, 2013) Letter from Patrick Giglio (NY.New.NY24.20.3)

NY24.22 - Request for Attendance at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - 6125 Yonge Street - Appeal of Committee of Adjustment File A0516/10NY

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
24 - Willowdale

Community Council Recommendations

North York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appear in support of decision A0516/10NY of the Committee of Adjustment regarding 6125 Yonge Street and to retain outside consultants as necessary.

Origin

(May 7, 2013) Memo from Councillor Shiner

Summary

An application was submitted to the Committee of Adjustment (Application No. A0516/10NY) seeking relief from various provisions of North York By-Law 7625. These variances include a request for lot coverage of 38.44% whereas 33% is permitted, a rear yard setback of 4.5m whereas 7.5m is required, and variances for deficiencies concerning the number of parking spaces and size of loading area. The Committee of Adjustment refused the requested minor variances in a decision dated April 10, 2013 after finding that the variances did not meet the intent and purpose of either the Official Plan or Zoning By-law. The applicant has appealed that decision to the Ontario Municipal Board.

 

Accordingly, the following recommendation seeks to instruct staff to appear in support of the Committee of Adjustment decision. Planning has not written a report on the application, so it is also recommended that the City Solicitor be granted authority to retain an outside planning consultant to provide expert evidence.

Background Information (Community Council)

(May 7, 2013) Memo from Councillor Shiner on Request for Attendance at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing for 6125 Yonge Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-58225.pdf
Attachment 1 - Committe of Adjustment Notice of Decision - Minor Variance Application - 6125 Yonge Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-58226.pdf
Attachment 2 - Notice of the Appeal - Minor Variance Application - 6125 Yonge Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-58227.pdf

Scarborough Community Council - Meeting 24

SC24.3 - Assumption of Services - 203 East Avenue - Buttermill Developments Inc. - Registered Plan of Subdivision 66M-2451

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
44 - Scarborough East

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council assume the services installed at 203 East Avenue and that the City formally assume the roads within the Plan of Subdivision.

 

2.         City Council authorize the Legal Services Division to release the portion of the performance guarantee held with respect to this Plan of Subdivision.

 

3.         City Council direct that an assumption By-law be prepared to assume the public highway and municipal services within the Subdivision at 203 East Avenue.

 

4.         City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the assumption By-law in the Land Registry Office, at the expense of the Owner.

 

5.         City Council authorize the City Clerk and Treasurer to sign any release or other documentation necessary to give effect thereto.

 

6.         City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to transfer ownership of the street lighting system constructed within the Plan of Subdivision at 203 East Avenue.

Origin

(March 15, 2013) Report from the City Solicitor

Summary

This report requests Council’s authority for the City to assume the services with respect to the development at 203 East Avenue.

Background Information (Community Council)

(March 15, 2013) Report and Attachment 1 from the City Solicitor - Assumption of Services - 203 East Avenue - Buttermill Developments Inc. - Registered Plan of Subdivision 66M-2451
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57480.pdf

3a - Mastwood Crescent Tree Inventory (Buttermill Developments Inc., Formerly 203 East Avenue)

Origin
(April 25, 2013) Report from the Director, Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation
Summary

This report provides the tree inventory of a new subdivision on Mastwood Crescent, formerly known as 203 East Avenue, as requested by Scarborough Community Council at its meeting of April 9, 2013.

Background Information (Community Council)
(April 25, 2013) Report from the Director, Parks, Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation - Mastwood Crescent Tree Inventory (Buttermill Developments Inc., Formerly 203 East Avenue)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57828.pdf

SC24.6 - Pedestrian Crossing Protection Study - McLevin Avenue and Malvern Street

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
42 - Scarborough-Rouge River

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council receive the report (August 12, 2011) from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District, for information.

 

2.         City Council request the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District, to conduct a new Pedestrian Crossing Protection Study at McLevin Avenue and Malvern Street as soon as practical and report back to Scarborough Community Council.

    

Origin

(August 12, 2011) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District

Summary

Traffic studies reveal that all warrants for pedestrian crossing protection, specifically, traffic control signals, pedestrian crossover or a pedestrian refuge island are not warranted at this location at this time.  As a result, pedestrian crossing protection should not be installed since it is not warranted, and neither a pedestrian cross over nor island are feasible.

Background Information (Community Council)

(August 12, 2011) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District - Pedestrian Crossing Protection Study - McLevin Avenue and Malvern Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57278.pdf
Location Plan - McLevin Avenue and Malvern Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57279.pdf

SC24.11 - Turn Restrictions - 1965 Brimley Road

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
41 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Attention
Bills 791 and 792 have been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council enact the entry prohibited and prohibited turns regulations, as identified in Appendix 1 of the report (April 22, 2013) from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District, subject to amending Appendix 1 to provide that all three entries in Column 4 of the “Prohibited Turns” regulations to be enacted include “buses excepted”.

 

2.         City Council pass or amend the appropriate by-law(s) accordingly.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District

Summary

This report responds to a concern about the inconsistency between the existing signage and the current municipal by-laws regarding the driveways at C.D. Farquharson Junior Public School located at 1965 Brimley Road. Further to a request from school staff, Transportation staff has confirmed the need to prohibit westbound left turns from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, at all three driveways at the school. In addition we will also recommend an eastbound Entry Prohibited by-law in order to post signage at the middle driveway to prevent conflicts with the one-way westbound exiting movement.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 22, 2013) Report and Appendix 1 from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District - Turn Restrictions - 1965 Brimley Road
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57730.pdf
Location Plan - 1965 Brimley Road
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57731.pdf

SC24.15 - 40 Danforth Road - Part Lot Control Exemption Application - Final Report

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
35 - Scarborough Southwest

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council enact a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law with respect to the subject lands at 40 Danforth Road as generally illustrated on Attachment 1 to report dated April 22, 2013, to be prepared to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and to expire two years following enactment by City Council.

 

2.         City Council require the owner to provide proof of payment of all current property taxes for the subject lands to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, prior to the enactment of the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law.

 

3.         Prior to the introduction of the part lot control exemption Bill, City Council require the owner to register, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, a Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to transfer or charge any part of the lands without the written consent of the Chief Planner or her designate.

 

4.         City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law on title.

 

5.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Part Lot Control Exemption By-law as may be required.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District

Summary

This application proposes to permit exemption from part lot control for the lands known as 40 Danforth Road, to allow the division of land to create conveyable parcels for 8 townhouse dwelling units.  This report recommends that a part lot control exemption by-law be enacted for a period of two years.

 

The proposal complies with the official plan and zoning by-law.  The lifting of part lot control for a period of two years is considered appropriate for the orderly development of these lands.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of Part Lot Control Exemption.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 22, 2013) Report and Attachments 1-2 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District - 40 Danforth Road - Part Lot Control Exemption Application - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57705.pdf

SC24.16 - 2 - 34 Palk Lane - Part Lot Control Exemption Application - Final Report

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Attention
Bill 789 has been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council enact a part lot control exemption by-law with respect to the subject lands located at 2 - 34 Palk Lane, as generally illustrated on Attachment 1 to the report (March 28, 2013) from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District, to be prepared to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and to expire two years following enactment by City Council.

 

2.         City Council require the owner to provide proof of payment of all current property taxes for the subject lands to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, prior to the enactment of the part lot control exemption by-law.

 

3.         City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the part lot control exemption by-law on title.

 

4.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft part lot control exemption by-law as may be required.

Origin

(March 28, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District

Summary

This application seeks exemption from part lot control to enable the creation of 16, separate conveyable parcels and maintenance easements for a development comprised of 16 townhouses.  The subject lands are located at the southeast corner of Staines Road and Steeles Avenue East and are municipally known as 2 - 34 Palk Lane.

 

The issues regarding the proposed development were addressed through the approval of the associated rezoning, draft plan of subdivision and site pan control applications.  The lifting of part lot control for a period of two years is considered appropriate for the orderly development of the lands.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of part lot control exemption.

Background Information (Community Council)

(March 28, 2013) Report and Attachments 1-2 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District - 2 - 34 Palk Lane - Part Lot Control Exemption Application - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57262.pdf

SC24.17 - 3360 Kingston Road - Removal of a Holding Provision (H) Application - Final Report

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
36 - Scarborough Southwest
Attention
Bill 816 has been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law No. 10010 for the lands at 3360 Kingston Road substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 4 to report dated April 16, 2013 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

Origin

(April 16, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District

Summary

This application proposes the removal of the Holding Provision (H) at 3360 Kingston Road to enable the development of 10 residential townhouse units.

 

The Holding Provision (H) was implemented on these lands by Zoning By-law No. 990-2012, and requires that proof of reciprocal easements for servicing, access and parking be provided in order for the Holding Provision to be lifted.  Once the (H) is lifted the Multiple Family Residential (M) Zone will be implemented.  Prior to the lifting of the (H), only uses within the Highway Commercial (HC) Zone are permitted on the lands, as was the case prior to the adoption of Zoning by-law No. 990-2012.

 

The applicant has provided the required proof of reciprocal easements to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, Director of Engineering and Construction Services and City Planning.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 16, 2013) Report and Attachments 1-4 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District - 3360 Kingston Road - Removal of a Holding Provision (H) Application - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57706.pdf

SC24.18 - Phase 4: Scarborough Transportation Corridor Land Use Study - Scarborough Village Community - Final Report

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
36 - Scarborough Southwest

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council confirm that the existing Official Plan designations and Zoning By-law regulations for the Phase 4: Scarborough Transportation Corridor lands are appropriate.

Origin

(April 24, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District

Summary

This report summarizes the findings and presents the conclusions of the Phase 4: Scarborough Transportation Corridor Land Use Study - Scarborough Village. The report concludes that the existing land use designations and zoning standards for both City-owned and privately-owned lands within the Corridor are appropriate to regulate land use.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 24, 2013) Report and Attachments 1-6 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District - Phase 4: Scarborough Transportation Corridor Land Use Study - Scarborough Village Community - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57824.pdf

SC24.19 - 1383, 1385, 1389, 1399 and 1403 Military Trail - Zoning Amendment Application - Final Report

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
44 - Scarborough East
Attention
Bill 790 has been submitted on this Item.

Public Notice Given

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 10827, for the lands at 1383, 1385, 1389, 1399 and 1403 Military Trail substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 5 to report dated April 24, 2013 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

Origin

(April 24, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District

Summary

This application proposes to amend the Highland Creek Community Zoning By-law to reduce the minimum lot frontage requirement from 21 metres (68.9 feet) to 15 metres (49.2 feet) per lot, to reduce the minimum required side and rear yard building setbacks, to establish driveway width and location standards, and to rezone the rear portions of the lots from a Single Family Residential (S) Zone to a Major Open Spaces (O) Zone.  This is to enable the severance of five (5) existing lots at 1383, 1385, 1389, 1399 and 1403 Military Trail into twelve (12) new lots, and to enable the conveyance of the lands to be zoned Major Open Spaces (O) into public ownership.

 

The proposed amendment to the minimum lot frontage requirements is compatible with existing lot frontages on Military Trail in the immediate area, and rezoning the lands at the rear of the subject lands which form part of the Natural Heritage System, the Ravine By-law Protected area, and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's Fill Regulated Area to a Major Open Spaces (O) Zone is appropriate for the future protection of the lands.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law. 

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 24, 2013) Report and Attachments 1-5 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District - 1383, 1385, 1389, 1399 and 1403 Military Trail - Zoning Amendment Application - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57784.pdf
Notice of Public Meeting - 1383, 1385, 1389, 1399 and 1403 Military Trail
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-57785.pdf

Speakers

Peter Marinos (Submission Filed)

Communications (Community Council)

(May 14, 2013) Petition from Peter Marinos, containing 26 signatures of area residents in opposition to the proposed development (SC.New.SC24.19.1)

SC24.20 - Events of Municipal Significance for Liquor Licensing Purposes

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
35 - Scarborough Southwest, 44 - Scarborough East

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council, for liquor licensing purposes, advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission that it has no objection to allow for an outside beer garden for the Annual Canada Day Event on Monday, July 1, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m., at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 258 Highland Creek, 45 Lawson Road, Scarborough District.

 

2.         City Council, for liquor licensing purposes, advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission that it has no objection to allow for an outside beer garden at the rear portion of the parking lot at the Royal Canadian Legion, Oakridge Branch 73, at 2 Robinson Avenue, for the following events:

 

i.          Canada Day Community Barbecue to be held on Monday, July 1, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.

 

ii.         Civic Holiday Community Barbecue to be held on Monday, August 5, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.

 

iii.        Warriors Day Community Barbecue to be held on Saturday, August 17, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.

 

iv.        Labour Day Community Barbecue to be held on Monday, September 2, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

Scarborough Community Council:

 

1.         Endorsed the Annual Canada Day Event on Monday, July 1, 2013, at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 258 Highland Creek, 45 Lawson Road, and declared it to be an event of municipal and/or community significance.

 

2.         Endorsed having the fees waived for the cost of hanging the banner for the Annual Canada Day Event at 45 Lawson Road.

 

3.         Endorsed the 6th Annual Port Union Waterfront Festival to be held on Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Port Union Village Common, located at the foot of Port Union Road, south of Lawrence Avenue East in Scarborough, and declared it to be an event of municipal and/or community significance.

 

4.         Endorsed and declared the following events of the Royal Canadian Legion Oakridge Branch 73, at 2 Robinson Avenue, to be of municipal and/or community significance:

 

i.          Canada Day Community Barbecue to be held on Monday, July 1, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.

 

ii.         Civic Holiday Community Barbecue to be held on Monday, August 5, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.

 

iii.        Warriors Day Community Barbecue to be held on Saturday, August 17, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.

 

iv.        Labour Day Community Barbecue to be held on Monday, September 2, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.

Origin

(April 30, 2013) Letter from Councillor Ron Moeser - Ward 44 - Scarborough East

Summary

Seeking endorsement of events of municipal significance for liquor licensing purposes.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 30, 2013) Letter from Councillor Moeser - Request for Endorsement of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 258, Annual Canada Day Event, together with a letter dated April 22, 2013 from The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 258
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-58185.pdf
(May 1, 2013) Letter from Councillor Moeser - Request for Endorsement of the 6th Annual Port Union Waterfront Festival
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-58186.pdf
(May 13, 2013) Letter from Councillor Berardinetti - Request for temporary licence extension from the Royal Canadian Legion, Oakridge Branch 73
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-58330.pdf

SC24.23 - Demolition of a Burnt-down Derelict House at 9 Chancellor Drive

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
38 - Scarborough Centre
Attention
The Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building has submitted a supplementary report on this Item (SC24.23a for information)

Community Council Recommendations

Scarborough Community Council submitted the item to City Council without recommendation.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

Scarborough Community Council:

 

1.         Requested the Director, Toronto Building, Scarborough District, to review the condition of the property located at 9 Chancellor Drive regarding safety issues on the possibility of the lot being cleared of the damaged structure and, in consultation with the City Solicitor, report directly to City Council on June 11, 2013.

Origin

(May 14, 2013) Member Motion from Councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker - Ward 38 - Scarborough Centre

Summary

Request by Councillor De Baeremaeker to consider the issue of a burnt-down, derelict house in his Ward.

Background Information (City Council)

(June 3, 2013) Supplementary report from the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building on the Condition of the Property at 9 Chancellor Drive (SC24.23a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59168.pdf

Toronto and East York Community Council - Meeting 24

TE24.1 - Permanent Closure of Part of the Public Lane at the Rear of 21 Brockton Avenue and 22 to 28 Marshall Avenue

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
18 - Davenport
Attention
Bill 798 has been submitted on this Item.

Public Notice Given

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council permanently close part of the public lane at the rear of 21 Brockton Avenue and 22 to 28 Marshall Avenue, designated as Parts 1 and 3 on Reference Plan 66R-26704 and shown as Part 1 on Sketch No. PS-2012-041 (the "Lane"), attached to the report, dated April 22, 2013, from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York 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 April 22, 2013, from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006, of the proposed enactment of the draft by-law and was posted on the City's website. No one appeared before the Community Council.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District

Summary

Transportation Services recommends that part of the public lane at the rear of 21 Brockton Avenue and 22 to 28 Marshall Avenue be permanently closed.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District - Permanent Closure of Part of the Public Lane at the Rear of 21 Brockton Avenue and 22 to 28 Marshall Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57765.pdf
Sketch No. PS-2012-041 - Permanent Closure of Part of the Public Lane at the Rear of 21 Brockton Avenue and 22 to 28 Marshall Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57766.pdf
Appendix A - Permanent Closure of Part of the Public Lane at the Rear of 21 Brockton Avenue and 22 to 28 Marshall Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57767.pdf

TE24.2 - Permanent Closure of the Public Lane at the Rear of 1315 Queen Street East

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
32 - Beaches-East York

Public Notice Given

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council permanently close the public lane at the rear of 1315 Queen Street East, legally described as the lane on Registered Plan 658, save and except Part 1 on Reference Plan 63R-899, City of Toronto, being all of PIN 21391-0188 (LT) in the Land Registry Office of Toronto and shown as Part 1 on Sketch No. PS-2011-126 (the "Lane"), attached to the report, dated April 19, 2013, from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York 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 April 19, 2013, from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006, of the proposed enactment of the draft by-law and was posted on the City's website. No one appeared before the Community Council.

Origin

(April 19, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District

Summary

Transportation Services recommends that the public lane at the rear of 1315 Queen Street East be permanently closed.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 19, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District - Permanent Closure of the Public Lane at the Rear of 1315 Queen Street East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57714.pdf
Sketch No. PS-2011-126 - Permanent Closure of the Public Lane at the Rear of 1315 Queen Street East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57715.pdf
Appendix A - Permanent Closure of the Public Lane at the Rear of 1315 Queen Street East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57716.pdf

TE24.3 - Naming of a Public Lane Located East of Church Street Extending Southerly from Charles Street East to Isabella Street as "Al Sparrow Lane"

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Public Notice Given

Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the naming of the public lane located east of Church Street, extending southerly from Charles Street East to Isabella Street, as "Al Sparrow Lane".

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006, of the proposed enactment of the draft by-law and was posted on the City's website. No one appeared before the Community Council.

Origin

(April 15, 2013) Report from the Manager, Land and Property Surveys

Summary

At its meeting on February 26, 2013, the Toronto and East York Community Council adopted Item TE22.93 which requested the Manager, Land and Property Surveys to investigate and report back on the suitability of naming a public lane as "Al Sparrow Lane".

 

This report recommends that the name "Al Sparrow Lane" not be approved because it does not comply with the City of Toronto Honourific and Street Naming Policy.

                       

Community Councils have delegated authority to decide street naming matters which comply with the City of Toronto Honourific and Street Naming Policy.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 15, 2013) Report from the Manager, Land and Property Surveys - Naming of a Public Lane Located East of Church Street Extending Southerly from Charles Street East to Isabella Street as "Al Sparrow Lane"
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57805.pdf

TE24.4 - Naming of a Public Lane Located West of Church Street Extending Southerly from Charles Street East

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Public Notice Given

Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the naming of the public lane located west of Church Street extending southerly from Charles Street East as "Macy Dubois Lane".

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006, of the proposed enactment of the draft by-law and was posted on the City's website. No one appeared before the Community Council.

Origin

(April 15, 2013) Report from the Manager, Land and Property Surveys

Summary

At its meeting on February 26, 2013, the Toronto and East York Community Council adopted Item TE22.94 which requested the Manager, Land and Property Surveys to investigate and report back on the suitability of naming a public lane as "Macy Dubois Lane".

 

This report recommends that the name "Macy Dubois Lane" not be approved because it does not comply with the City of Toronto Honourific and Street Naming Policy.

                       

Community Councils have delegated authority to decide street naming matters which comply with the City of Toronto Honourific and Street Naming Policy.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 15, 2013) Report from the Manager, Land and Property Surveys - Naming of a Public Lane Located West of Church Street Extending Southerly from Charles Street East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57804.pdf

TE24.5 - Final Report - 1544 Dundas Street West - Zoning Amendment Application

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
18 - Davenport
Attention
Bill 788 has been submitted on this Item.

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 438-86, as amended, for the lands at 1544 Dundas Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 10 to the report (April 22, 2013) from the Director Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, subject to removing Section 1(10) and Section 2(iv).

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.         City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to examine and report back to the Toronto and East York Community Council by October 31, 2013, regarding the realignment of Permit Parking Area 2, and the exclusion of 1544 Dundas Street West from the permit parking area.

 

4.         City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site.

 

5.         City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council on May 14, 2013 held a statutory public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District

Summary

This application proposes an 8-storey, mixed-use building at 1544 Dundas Street West.  The property is designated Mixed Use Areas and is shown as an Avenue on Map 2 in the Official Plan.  The total proposed gross floor area is 6,872 square metres, with 606 square metres of non-residential space and 6,266 square metres of residential gross floor area.  The total density is 3.85 times the area of the lot.  Ninety-five residential units are proposed including 6 studios, 66 one-bedroom units and 23 two-bedroom units.  Parking is located below grade with access from Sheridan Avenue and Awde Street to the rear of the building.  Sixty-one spaces, including 6 for visitors, are included in the 2 levels of parking.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District - 1544 Dundas Street West - Zoning Amendment Application - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57717.pdf

Speakers

Craig Hunter, Hunter and Associates Ltd.

Communications (Community Council)

(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Nancy Rego (TE.Supp.TE24.5.1)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from John Siembida (TE.Supp.TE24.5.2)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Lindy Rego on behalf of Liberta and Jaime Rego (TE.Supp.TE24.5.3)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Stephanie DiGiuseppe (TE.Supp.TE24.5.4)

TE24.6 - Final Report - 1331 Yonge Street - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Amendment Application

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
22 - St. Paul's

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council submits the item to Council without recommendation.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council requested the Ward Councillor and Councillor Wong-Tam to conduct further consultation with the local community and the owner of the lands at 1331 Yonge Street, and to report on the outcome of such consultation directly to City Council for its meeting on June 11 and 12, 2013.

 

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 9, 2013 and May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

Origin

(March 7, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District

Summary

This application proposes to demolish the existing 2-storey building at 1331 Yonge Street and construct an 11-storey mixed-use commercial/residential building with 153 residential units, 4 commercial units at-grade, 240 parking spaces on 4 levels below-grade, 2 parking spaces on the ground level, and 150 bicycle spaces.  The height proposed is 35.6 metres to the roof exclusive of the mechanical equipment.  The development will have a total of 17,404 square metres of gross floor area and with a floor space index of 6.7 times the lot area.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

Background Information (Community Council)

(March 7, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District - 1331 Yonge Street - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Amendment Application - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57526.pdf

Speakers

Brent Hooton, Dillon Consulting Limited
Les Klein, Quadrangle Architects Ltd.
Jane Pepino, Aird & Berlis LLP
Kenneth Rotenberg
George Keirstead, President, One Balmoral MTCC 1205 Board of Directors
Mark Golding
John L. Hallerman
Jocelyn Allen
Laura Rocabert-Maila
Elizabeth Hallerman

Communications (Community Council)

(March 14, 2013) Letter from Catherine Wilson (TE.Main.TE24.6.1)
(March 14, 2013) E-mail from Brahm Gilman and Cheryl Rolin-Gilman (TE.Main.TE24.6.2)
(March 25, 2013) Fax from Nancy Posluns (TE.Main.TE24.6.3)
(March 25, 2013) E-mail from Mark Golding (TE.Main.TE24.6.4)
(March 25, 2013) E-mail from Eric Washburn, President, Brettom Place Tenants' Association (TE.Main.TE24.6.5)
(March 26, 2013) E-mail from Elizabeth Hallerman, on behalf of the residents of 9 Jackes Avenue (TE.Main.TE24.6.6)
(March 26, 2013) E-mail from Don Pratt (TE.Main.TE24.6.7)
(March 27, 2013) Letter from Jill Buccino, Real Estate Coordinator, Cineplex Entertainment (TE.Main.TE24.6.8)
(March 29, 2013) E-mail from Michel G. Maila and Laura Rocabert-Maila (TE.Main.TE24.6.9)
(April 2, 2013) E-mail from Robert J. Wright (TE.Main.TE24.6.10)
(March 16, 2013) Letter from John van Nostrand, Architect and Planner (TE.Main.TE24.6.11)
(April 3, 2013) E-mail from Kate Dillon, President, on behalf of the residents of One Balmoral MTCC 1205 Board of Directors (TE.Main.TE24.6.12)
(April 3, 2013) E-mail from Robert Harding (TE.Main.TE24.6.13)
(March 27, 2013) E-mail from Margo McCutcheon (TE.Main.TE24.6.14)
(March 28, 2013) Letter from Lionel H. Schipper (TE.Main.TE24.6.15)
(April 3, 2013) E-mail from Herbert Abramson (TE.Main.TE24.6.16)
(March 30, 2013) E-mail from David Brown on behalf of the Board of Directors, Metro Condominium Corporation #1163 (TE.Main.TE24.6.17)
(April 8, 2013) E-mail from Amita Shunglu (TE.Main.TE24.6.18)
(April 8, 2013) Letter from Michael B. Vaughan (TE.Main.TE24.6.19)
(May 5, 2013) E-mail from Janet Scott (TE.Supp.TE24.6.20)
(May 5, 2013) E-mail from Peter and Pat Dalton (TE.Supp.TE24.6.21)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Nancy Posluns on behalf of the residents and Board Members of 33 Jackes Avenue (TE.Supp.TE24.6.22)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Eric Washburn, President, Bretton Place Tenants' Association (TE.Supp.TE24.6.23)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from George E.C. Fine (TE.Supp.TE24.6.24)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Kate Dillon, President, One Balmoral MTCC 1205 Board of Directors (TE.Supp.TE24.6.25)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Laura Rocabert-Maila, 9 Jackes Avenue TSCC 1546 Board of Directors (TE.Supp.TE24.6.26)
(May 14, 2013) Submission from Soma Hemingway, Assistant to N. Jane Pepino, Aird & Berlis LLP, forwarding a copy of a document entitled "Transportation Issues Related to Proposed Mixed Use Development at 1331 Yonge Street, Prepared for the Residents of 9 Jackes Avenue by Tedesco Engineering, dated May 2013. (TE.Supp.TE24.6.27)

TE24.7 - Final Report - 87-107 Davisville Avenue and 108-128 Balliol Street - Zoning Amendment and Rental Demolition Application under Municipal Code 667

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
22 - St. Paul's
Attention
Communication TE24.7.13 has been submitted on this Item

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 438-86, as amended, for the lands at 87-107 Davisville Avenue and 108-128 Balliol Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 12 to the report (March 20, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the Owner to enter into an Agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act:

 

a.         The community benefits recommended to be secured at the owner's sole expense in the Section 37 Agreement are, in a form satisfactory to the City with conditions providing for no credit for development charges, indexing escalation of both the financial contributions and letters of credit, indemnity, insurance, GST, termination and unwinding and registration and priority of the agreement, as follows:

 

i.          the owner shall design, prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director of the City Planning Division and the Director of Development Engineering Toronto and East York District, a sidewalk widening within the public right-of-way on the south side of Davisville Avenue in front of the properties municipally known as 77 and 111 Davisville Avenue;

 

ii.         the owner shall provide, prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, an irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of $100,000.00 for sidewalk widening design and construction described in 3.a.i. above;

 

iii.        the owner shall construct, prior to the completion of construction and occupancy of the proposed north building, the sidewalk widening described in 3.a.i. above to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director of the City Planning Division and the Director of Development Engineering, Toronto and East York District;  

 

iv.        if this project (the sidewalk widening) is not built by the completion of construction and the occupancy of the proposed north building, all of the $100,000.00 shall be contributed to the funds that are directed to local area park or streetscape or to other local community benefits.  If this project is constructed for less than $100,000.00, the remainder shall be contributed to the local area park or streetscape or other local community benefits;

 

v.         the owner shall design, prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director of the City Planning Division, a landscaped and lit walkway connection between Davisville Avenue and Balliol Street;

 

vi.        the owner shall provide, prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, an irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of $250,000.00 for the design and construction of a landscaped and lit walkway connection described in 3.a.v. above;

 

vii.       the owner shall construct, prior to the completion and occupancy of the proposed north and south buildings, the landscaped and lit walkway connection described in 3.a.v. above to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director of the City Planning Division and the Director of Development Engineering, Toronto and East York District;

 

viii.      if this project (the landscaped walkway) is not built by the completion of construction and occupancy of both proposed north and south buildings, all of the $250,000.00 shall be contributed to the funds that are directed to local area park or streetscape or to other local community benefits.  If this project is constructed for less than $250,000.00, the remainder shall be contributed to the local area park or streetscape or other local community benefits;

 

ix.        the owner shall provide a cash payment of $150,000.00 to be used as a contribution to the Maurice Cody Public School 'Dirt to Turf Fund' to upgrade the playing field at Maurice Cody Public School;

 

x.         the owner shall provide, prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit for the proposed development, a cash payment of $250,000.00 which may be applied to local area park or streetscape or other local community benefits including any cost over-runs, as determined to be reasonable by the Chief Planner and Executive Director of the City Planning Division in consultation with the Director of Development Engineering, Toronto and East York District, for the projects identified in 3.a.i. and 3.a.v. above;

 

xi.        the owner shall agree to secure the rental tenure of all (180) new dwelling units within the building to be constructed at 87-107 Davisville Avenue for at least 20 years calculated from the date that the building is completed and occupied; and

 

xii.       the owner shall provide at least 50% plus 1 units (91 of the currently proposed 180 units) of the new rental dwelling units within the building to be constructed at 87-107 Davisville Avenue comprised of 6 bachelor units, 66 one-bedroom units, 14 one-bedroom plus den units and 5 two-bedroom units with rents that shall have be no higher than mid-range rents during the first 5 years of occupancy with annual rent increases not to exceed the Provincial rent guideline and permitted above guideline increases and, for tenants who remain after the fifth year, the restriction on rent increases shall continue until the tenth  anniversary of their tenancy with provisions thereafter for a three year phase-out of the rent restrictions.

 

b.         The following matters are also recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement as a legal convenience to support development:

 

i.          the owner shall provide relocation assistance for the tenants of the 21 rental townhouse units to be demolished, to include at least an extended notice period, assistance with locating alternative accommodation, and additional financial assistance beyond provincial legislative requirements, as required under the Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director; and

 

ii.         the owner shall construct and/or pay for any improvements to the municipal infrastructure, as applicable, in connection with the Functional Servicing Report submitted for the proposed development and as accepted by the Director of Technical Services should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure is required.

 

Any design of streetscape improvements complies with the Streetscape Manual or is to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director of the City Planning Division.

 

A fee of $9,400.00 is required for Legal Services to prepare the Section 37 Agreement.  This fee should be submitted to Toronto Building Customer Service, Toronto and East York District once the bill is enacted.

 

4.         City Council require, prior to the introduction of Bills in Council, the payment of the cash contribution of $150,000.00 for the Maurice Cody Public School 'Dirt to Turf Fund' which is required to be made to the City pursuant to Recommendation 3.a.vii. above.

 

5.         City Council approve the application to demolish the 21 existing rental townhouse units located at 87, 89, 91, 93, 95, 97, 99, 101, 103 and 105 Davisville Avenue and 108, 110, 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, 122, 124, 126 and 128 Balliol Street pursuant to Municipal Code Chapters 667 and 363 subject to the following conditions under Chapter 667:

 

a.         the owner provide and meet the requirements of the Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan at the owner's expense, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division and which will include provisions that exceed the requirements under the Provincial Residential Tenancies Act; and

 

b.         the owner shall enter into and register an Agreement with the City to secure the provisions in 5.a. above and as described in section # 3(b)(i) of the Zoning By-law Amendment (refer to Attachment 12 of this report dated March 20, 2013).

 

6.         City Council authorizes the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division to issue a preliminary approval to the application under Municipal Code Chapter 667 after the satisfaction of the conditions in Recommendation 5 above and after the Zoning By-law amendments in Recommendation 1 of this report dated March 20, 2013 have come into full force and effect.

 

7.         City Council authorize the Chief Building Official to issue a Section 111 permit under Municipal Code Chapter 667 after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given preliminary approval in Recommendation 6 above.

 

8.         City Council authorize the Chief Building Official to issue a permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act no earlier than issuance of the first building permit for the excavation and shoring for the foundation of the development, and after the Chief Planner and Executive Director of the City Planning Division has given the preliminary approval in Recommendation 6 above, which permit may be included in the demolition permit for Chapter 667 under 363-11.1E of the Municipal Code on condition that:

 

a.         the owner erect a residential building on site no later than three (3) years from the day demolition of the buildings is commenced; and

 

b.         should the owner fail to complete the new building within the time specified in condition 8.a., the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector's roll, to be collected in a like manner as municipal taxes, the sum of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00) for each dwelling unit for which the demolition permit is issued and that each sum shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the land for which the demolition permit is issued.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 9, 2013 and May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

Origin

(March 20, 2013) Report from Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District

Summary

This application proposes to construct 2 residential apartment buildings at 87 – 107 Davisville Avenue and 108 – 128 Balliol Street.  The buildings include a 14-storey apartment building containing 180 residential units fronting onto the south side of Davisville Avenue (the north building) to be secured as rental housing and a 30-storey apartment building containing 342 residential units fronting onto the north side of Balliol Street (the south building).  The proposed development contains a combined total of 522 units.  The proposal involves the demolition of 21 residential rental townhouse units with no required replacement rental housing given that all 21 exceed the mid-range rent levels.

 

An application to demolish the existing residential rental townhouse units has also been submitted under Municipal Code 667.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law and approval of the application to demolish 21 rental townhouses without requiring replacement of the residential rental units based on its planning and design merits which include:

 

a.         the proposed buildings are located in an Apartment Neighbourhood designation within the Yonge-Eglinton Secondary Plan.  Appropriate apartment infill or redevelopment is anticipated in this area;

 

b.         the proposed apartment buildings represent an intensification of two sites (containing 21 rental townhouse units in total) in an Apartment Neighbourhood in proximity to the Yonge-Davisville subway station;

 

c.         the proposed buildings are within walking distance of retail shops, services, entertainment and places of employment which are found in the Yonge-Davisville and Mount Pleasant-Davisville areas;

 

d.         the proposed 30-storey south building is a point tower in an area that is currently characterized by tall buildings of varying heights, many of which are slab building types;

 

e.         the proposed 14-storey north building transitions to the existing built form in the Neighbourhoods designation on the north side of Davisville Avenue by stepping down in height from the 30 storeys of 77 Davisville Avenue and the proposed south tower and from the 24 storeys of 111 Davisville Avenue;

 

f.          the proposed north building also transitions to the facing Neighbourhoods designation by providing grade-related residential units.  Other grade-related units front onto the open space between the proposed buildings (on the south side) and provide security to that area;

 

g.         the proposed buildings will not unduly shadow existing neighbourhood buildings and open spaces (including Davisville Public School) or sidewalks; and

 

h.         the Section 37 benefits that would be secured as a result of approval and construction of this development.  The Section 37 benefits may include public realm and streetscape improvements such as sidewalk widening on Davisville Avenue, construction of a landscaped and lit walkway connection between Balliol Street and Davisville Avenue and securing rental housing with mid-range rents in the proposed northerly residential apartment building.

Background Information (Community Council)

(March 20, 2013) Revised Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District - 87-107 Davisville Avenue and 108-128 Balliol Street - Zoning Amendment and Rental Demolition Application under Municipal Code 667 - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57527.pdf

Speakers

Judith Milne (Submission Filed)
Robert (Bob) Bronk
Richard Troy
Adam Brown, Sherman Brown Dryer Karol
David Dow, Principal, Diamond Schmitt Architects
Jeffrey Jones, South Eglinton Ratepayers & Residents Association

Communications (Community Council)

(March 19, 2013) Letter from Gregory Fabro (TE.Main.TE24.7.1)
(July 9, 2012) E-mail from Michael S. Manett, Michael S. Manett Planning Services Ltd. (TE.Main.TE24.7.2)
(April 5, 2013) E-mail from Thomas Shevlin (TE.Main.TE24.7.3)
(April 8, 2013) E-mail from Jennifer Walcott (TE.Main.TE24.7.4)
(May 1, 2013) E-mail from Meg Feres (TE.Supp.TE24.7.5)
(May 6, 2013) Letter from Barry E. Green, Chairman, Greenrock Property Management Limited, Green Group of Companies (TE.Supp.TE24.7.6)
(May 9, 2013) E-mail from Lauren Goodman (TE.Supp.TE24.7.7)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Candice Coady and Dan Pfister (TE.Supp.TE24.7.8)
(May 14, 2013) Submission from Judith Milne and filing petition signed by approximately 50 individuals, together with 5 form letters. (TE.Supp.TE24.7.9)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Marcelene Anderson (TE.Supp.TE24.7.10)
(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Pedro Goldman (TE.Supp.TE24.7.11)
(May 14, 2013) Submission from Shiplake Management Company - Brochure entitled Balliol Park Urban Rentals - Davisville Avenue/Balliol Street (TE.Supp.TE24.7.12)

Communications (City Council)

(May 14, 2013) E-mail from Rosalee Jackson (CC.Main.TE24.7.13)

TE24.8 - 77 to 111 Davisville Avenue and 108 to 128 Balliol Street - Applications to Remove and Injure Trees

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
22 - St. Paul's

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the applications for a permit to remove two (2) trees on City property and 22 trees on private property at 77 to 111 Davisville Avenue and 108 to 128 Balliol Street.

Origin

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Director, Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation

Summary

This report recommends that City Council approve the application for a permit to remove two (2) City owned trees and 22 trees on private property.

 

Tree removal is being requested to accommodate development of two residential high rises.  The developer is currently seeking approvals to amend the Zoning By-law and for a rental housing demolition application.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Director, Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation - 77 to 111 Davisville Avenue and 108 to 128 Balliol Street - Applications to Remove and Injure Trees
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57823.pdf

TE24.9 - Final Report - 1 Clarendon Avenue - Condominium Application

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
22 - St. Paul's

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council re-issue the Draft Plan of Condominium approval for 1 Clarendon Avenue with the conditions that were approved at the City Council meeting on November 20, 2007, and further extended by City Council on December 16, 2010, with the following change to condition 1 and the addition of a new condition 15, as set out in Attachment 1 to the report (April 19, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District:

 

"1.       The plan of condominium (declaration and description) shall be registered on or before November 20, 2016, otherwise the approval shall lapse and be of no further force and effect.

 

15.      The owner of the Site shall enter into a Condominium Agreement satisfactory to, and at the discretion of, the City Solicitor whereby the owner agrees to ensure that all tenants of the building residing in units on or before the date of registration of the condominium, are notified of, and entitled to the right of security of tenure and the right of first refusal as referred to in section 51 of the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, and that such rights will continue to be offered by the current owner and subsequent purchasers despite any changes to such Act."

Origin

(April 19, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District

Summary

This application involves the conversion of a 39-unit residential rental apartment building at 1 Clarendon Avenue.  The draft plan of condominium application was first approved by City Council in November 2007, subject to certain conditions being satisfied.  Although the vast majority of these units were high-end of market rentals, an Official Plan Amendment was required as not all of the rents were considered high-end. The initial three-year time limit to register the condominium has lapsed, and a further three-year period was granted to allow additional time for the conditions of approval to be satisfied.  The applicants have expressed some concern about their ability to complete the outstanding work prior to the new expiry date of December 2013.  It is recommended that the draft condominium approval be re-issued and extended to allow a further three years in order to satisfy the conditions of Draft Plan approval and registration of the condominium.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 19, 2013) Report from Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District - 1 Clarendon Avenue - Condominium Application - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57810.pdf

TE24.10 - Final Report - 197, 197R, 199 and 201 Yonge Street, 15 Shuter Street, 178 to 180 Victoria Street - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize an amendment to the Official Plan for the lands at 197, 197R, 199 and 201 Yonge Street substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment No. 1 to the report  (April 29, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize an amendment to Zoning By-law 438-86 for the former City of Toronto, for the lands at 197, 197R, 199 and 201 Yonge Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 2 to the report (April 29, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

 

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.

 

4.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner of the lands at 197, 197R, 199 and 201 Yonge Street to address all such issues and if required by the Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services that the owner has entered into a secured Agreement with the City to ensure the provision of (a) the Functional Servicing Report, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services; and (b) the Transportation Study, to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Transportation Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required to support this development.

 

5.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the Owner to enter into one or more Agreement(s) pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act to secure the following at the owner's sole expense to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, the Chief Planner and the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services:

 

i.          prior to the issuance of the first building permit issued for the Site under the Building Code Act, 1992 that is not a partial permit issued under such Act (the "Final Building Permit"), excluding permits for shoring and excavation, the owner of 197, 197R, 199 and 201 Yonge Street (the "Site") shall pay by certified cheque the sum of $500,000.00 together with upward indexing calculated from the date of this City Council decision to The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall ("Massey"), a not-for-profit charitable organization, such funds to be used by Massey for streetscape improvements to Yonge Street, St. Enoch’s Lane, Shuter Street and/or Victoria Street all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner, in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the local Business Improvement Association, to be further secured in the Three Party Agreement required in Recommendation 6.iii.;

 

ii.         prior to the issuance of the Final Building Permit, excluding permits for shoring and excavation, the owner of the Site shall pay to the City by certified cheque the sum of $250,000.00 together with upward indexing calculated from the date of this City Council decision, to be used for capital improvements to the Toronto Community Housing Corporation properties in Ward 27 in consultation with the local Ward Councillor;

 

iii.        prior to the issuance of the Final Building Permit, excluding permits for shoring and excavation, the owner of the Site shall pay by certified cheque the sum of $1,000,000.00 to Massey, together with upward indexing calculated from the date of this City Council decision, such funds to be used by Massey, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner, for the first phase of its construction of the proposed expansion of Massy Hall;

 

iv.        prior to the issuance of any permit including pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act and the Ontario Building Code Act, the owner of the Site at their cost shall complete the conveyance of the rear approximately 449.6 sq.m. portion of the Site directly adjacent to Massey Hall known as 15 Shuter Street (the "Conveyance Lands") at nominal cost to Massey, such conveyance to be consolidated with the Massey Hall lands located at 15 Shuter Street, 178 and 180 Victoria Street to include the freehold conveyance of such portion of the Site, together with appropriate easements over portions of the Site for construction, access, and future operations, together with rights to Massey to construct in a timely fashion and in accordance with a Construction Phasing Plan, and thereafter to maintain such addition.  The conveyed lands are to be used for the sole purpose of expansion to Massey Hall known as 15 Shuter Street in order to implement a maximum 6-storey addition to the existing designated building on the Massey Hall lands, such addition to be constructed to the rear of the existing Massey Hall auditorium and to include a two level basement and two level mechanical penthouse connected to the existing Massey Hall auditorium, and to be for the purpose of Massey Hall providing a larger, modern and needed space for performers, multiple elevators, new back-of-house space, new at grade loading facilities, new patron facilities including washrooms and lounge areas, administrative office space and performance space, substantially in accordance with site plan application 12-256738 STE 27 SA all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services. Such easement(s) to provide access to such addition over the Site, on a permanent basis and during construction and completion of such addition.

 

6.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require:

 

i.          the owner of the Site, at its expense, apply for and obtain consent to sever the Conveyance Lands for the purpose of conveying such lands to Massey, pursuant to the Planning Act, together with obtaining consent for any necessary easements for Massey Hall and the owner to access appropriate lands, for construction access, and obtaining consent for necessary easements to replace any current easements with neighbouring property owners for access which are inconsistent with the proposed development, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and Chief Planner, in consultation with Massey and such neighbouring property owners.  Any such consents to be conditional upon the coming into full force and effect of such Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments and the purpose of such consents to be for such Conveyance Lands to be consolidated with the Massey Hall lands located at 15 Shuter Street, 178  and 180 Victoria Street;

 

ii.         the owner  of the site transfer in escrow at nominal cost to an escrow agent (to be identified by the owner and Massey) the Conveyance Lands to Massey, providing for the conveyance of such lands to Massey in accordance with the timing in Recommendation 5.iv; and

 

iii.        that the owner of the Site enter into and register a Three Party Agreement on title to the Site and the Massey Hall lands, with the City and Massey, to secure amongst other matters, the conveyance of the Conveyance Lands and associated easement(s) to Massey, to ensure the limited purpose of the conveyance and easements; a Construction Phasing Plan which provides for the construction of the owner's Development and the Massey Hall Development, as well as the operation of Massey Hall during construction and the necessary rights in order that Massey is reasonably able to construct in a timely manner the completion of the Massey Hall Development; to address the timing of any removal of all or any portion of the structure related to the Albert building and to require a Heritage Easement Agreement be entered into by Massey with the City prior to Final Site Plan Approval for any expansion of Massey Hall.

 

7.         City Council require prior to the issuance of Final Site Plan Approval for all or any portion of the site through the Site Plan Approval process under Section 41(16) of the Planning Act and Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act that shall include such matters as:

 

i.          provide a detailed Conservation Plan substantially in accordance with the conservation work described in the HIA to the satisfaction of the Manager Preservation Services;

 

ii.         that the owner of the Site submit an Interpretation Plan that interprets the cultural heritage values of the heritage property on the Site and implement such Plan, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and

 

iii.        that the owner of the Site submit, implement and maintain a Lighting Plan for the sensitive illumination of the Yonge Street elevation of the heritage property on the Site to enhance the building's heritage character, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

8.         City Council direct that an Encroachment Agreement(s) for the passerelles, canopy, fire escapes and signage (collectively the “Encroachments”) into the right-of-ways of Victoria Street, Shuter Street and St. Enoch’s Square, substantially in accordance with such site plan application 12-256738 STE 27 SA subject to revisions acceptable to the Chief Planner in consultation with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, City Solicitor and the Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services, and subject to the owner entering into Encroachment Agreement(s) with the City of Toronto on the City’s generally accepted terms satisfactory to the City Solicitor and the Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services, such Encroachment Agreements to be executed prior to the issuance of building permits for the Encroachments, with all application and annual fees for the Encroachments to be nominal.

 

9.         City Council determine that no further notice need be given respecting the Draft By-laws.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

Origin

(April 29, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District

Summary

This report responds to the City Council decision at their meeting of March 21, 2013 that the Chief Planner report on the form of Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law to permit the proposed 60-storey mixed residential building.

 

This application proposes to re-develop the lands at 197 Yonge Street and adjoining properties for the purposes of a mixed use building and to retain the front portion of the existing heritage structure.  Included in the proposal is a 60-storey (207 metre) residential tower to the rear of the heritage building.  The heritage property is designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act and is protected by a Heritage Easement Agreement.

 

The proposed base is 9 storeys and contains the lobby within the heritage building, above grade parking, amenity uses and retail uses.  The proposal also includes a demolition and addition to 178 Victoria Street and 15 Shuter Street (Massey Hall).  The demolition is proposed at the rear part of Massey Hall (the Albert building) with an addition on the Albert building lands and lands immediately adjacent to the Albert building that will be conveyed to Massey Hall as part of the Section 37 contribution of 197 to 201 Yonge Street.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 29, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District - 197, 197R, 199 and 201 Yonge Street, 15 Shuter Street, 178 to 180 Victoria Street - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Amendment Applications - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58026.pdf

Speakers

Gary Switzer, Chief Executive Officer, MOD Developments Inc.
Charles Cutts, CEO, Roy Thompson Hall
Meika McCunn, KPMB Architects

Communications (Community Council)

(May 10, 2013) E-mail from Mark Garner, Executive Director and Chief Staff Officer, Downtown Yonge BIA (TE.Supp.TE24.10.1)

TE24.11 - Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of an Existing Heritage Easement Agreement - 197 Yonge Street (Canadian Bank of Commerce)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the proposed alterations to the designated heritage property at 197 Yonge Street  (including 197, 197R and 201 Yonge Street and part of 160 and 170 Victoria Street), to allow for the construction of a 60-storey residential condominium building with retail at grade substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by Hariri Pontarini Architects Inc. dated November 8, 2012, and the HIA Assessment (HIA) prepared by ERA Architects Inc. dated March 1, 2012, final revisions dated December 19, 2012, subject to the following conditions:

 

a.         That such site specific Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment giving rise to the proposed alterations have been enacted by the City Council and have come into full force and effect in a form and with content acceptable to the City Council, as determined by the Chief Planner.

 

b.         That prior to the earlier of the introduction of the bills for such Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment by City Council or receiving approval from the Ontario Municipal Board for such Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, the owner shall have:

 

i.          Transferred in escrow at nominal cost to an escrow agent (to be identified by the owner and Massey) the rear approximately 449.6 sq.m. portion of the Site directly adjacent to Massey Hall known as 15 Shuter Street (the "Conveyance Lands") to Massey, providing for the conveyance of such lands to Massey in accordance with the timing in Recommendation 1.b.ii.a.

 

ii.         Completed and registered a Section 37 Agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, including amongst other matters:

 

a.         prior to the issuance of any permit including pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act and the Ontario Building Code Act the owner of the Site at their cost shall complete the conveyance of the Conveyance Lands at nominal cost to Massey, such conveyance to be consolidated with the Massey Hall lands located at 15 Shuter Street, 178 and 180 Victoria Street to include the freehold conveyance of such portion of the Site, together with appropriate easements over portions of the Site for construction, access, and future operations, together with rights to Massey to construct in a timely fashion and in accordance with a Construction Phasing Plan, and thereafter to maintain such addition.  The conveyed lands are to be used for the sole purpose of expansion to Massey Hall known as 15 Shuter Street in order to implement a maximum 6-storey addition to the existing designated building on the Massey Hall lands, such addition to be constructed to the rear of the existing Massey Hall auditorium and to include a two level basement and two level mechanical penthouse connected to the existing Massey Hall auditorium, and to be for the purpose of Massey Hall providing a larger, modern and needed space for performers, multiple elevators, new back-of-house space, new at grade loading facilities, new patron facilities including washrooms and lounge areas, administrative office space and performance space, substantially in accordance with site plan application 12-256738 STE 27 SA all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services. Such easement(s) to provide access to such addition over the Site, on a permanent basis and during construction and completion of such addition;

 

b.         a requirement that the owner enter into and register against title to the site and the Massey Hall lands, a Three Party Agreement between the City, the owner and The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall, to secure such conveyance and easement(s) to Massey Hall, to ensure the limited purposes of such conveyance and easement(s), the timing of such conveyance and easement(s)  and related matters, to secure the Construction Phasing Plan, to address the timing of any demolition related to Albert Hall and requiring a Heritage Easement Agreement be entered into by the owner of Massey Hall with the City prior to any alterations to Massey Hall as contemplated herein being permitted and before any demolition related to Albert Hall may occur, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, the Chief Planner and the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services (the "Three Party Agreement").

 

iii.        Completed and registered against the site and the Massey Hall lands, such Three Party Agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services in consultation with Massey Hall.

 

iv.        Obtained any consents to sever required by the Planning Act for the conveyance and easement(s) required in Recommendation 1.b.ii.a., any such consents to be conditional upon the coming into full force and effect of such Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments.

  

c.         That, prior to the issuance of any Final Site Plan approval for all or any portion of the site, the owner shall:

 

i.          Provide a detailed Conservation Plan substantially in accordance with the conservation work described in the HIA referenced above, including all recommended interventions to address maintenance of the building, as distinguished from conservation work more directly associated with the adaptive reuse of the structure, and estimated costs for each with a schedule for implementation to be prepared by a qualified heritage consultant, all to the satisfaction of  the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

ii.         Provide a Letter of Credit in a form and amount satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services to secure the conservation work required immediately to satisfy the maintenance provisions in the HEA for the property, with the balance of the Letter of Credit for all remaining conservation work to be provided prior to the issuance of any heritage permit for the site.

 

iii.        Submit an Interpretation Plan that interprets the cultural heritage values of the heritage property with particular emphasis on the conserved features of the original bank building to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

iv.        Submit a Lighting Plan that describes how the Yonge Street elevation of the heritage property will be sensitively illuminated at night to enhance the building’s heritage character to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

d.         That, prior to the issuance of any heritage permit for the site, the owner shall:

 

i.          Submit final building permit plans and drawings for the alterations and new construction, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

ii.         Amend the existing Heritage Easement Agreement for the heritage property at 197 Yonge Street in accordance with the above referenced plans and drawings to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

e.         That, prior to the release of such Letter of Credit, the owner shall:

 

i.          Provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

ii.         Provide a certificate of completion prepared by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the conservation work has been completed in accordance with the approved Conservation Plan to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to amend the Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of 197 Yonge Street, using substantially the form of easement agreement prepared by the City Solicitor and on file with the City Clerk, subject to such amendments as may be deemed necessary by the City Solicitor in consultation with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division and the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce any necessary bill in Council to amend the Heritage Easement Agreement for 197 Yonge Street.

 

4.         City Council authorize the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of the Massey Hall lands, The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall, known municipally as 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street.

 

5.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce any necessary bill in Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement for the Massey Hall lands.

Origin

(January 28, 2013) Report from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division

Summary

This report recommends, in the event City Council determines to enact official plan and zoning by-law amendments to permit the proposed development Applications No. 12 133580 STE 27 OZ, that, subject to conditions set forth in this report, City Council approve alterations to the property located at 197 Yonge Street (Canadian Bank of Commerce) and authorize the amendment of the existing Heritage Easement Agreement registered on the title of this property to reflect these alterations. The applicant is proposing to construct a 60-storey mixed-use tower (Massey Tower) that will incorporate the Yonge Street elevation and front portion of the historic bank building to serve primarily as the entrance and lobby space for the new condominium tower.

Background Information (Community Council)

(January 28, 2013) Report from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division - Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of an Existing Heritage Easement Agreement - 197 Yonge Street (Canadian Bank of Commerce)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-56515.pdf

Speakers

Gary Switzer, Chief Executive Officer, MOD Developments Inc.
Charles Cutts, CEO, Roy Thompson Hall
Meika McCunn, KPMB Architects

11a - Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of an Existing Heritage Easement Agreement - 197 Yonge Street (Canadian Bank of Commerce)

Origin
(February 19, 2013) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board
Summary

The Toronto Preservation Board on February 14, 2013, considered the following:

 

1.         Report (January 28, 2013) from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of an Existing Heritage Easement Agreement – 197 Yonge Street (Canadian Bank of Commerce).

 

2.         E-mail (February 4, 2013) from Roslyn Houser, Goodmans LLP (PB.Supp.PB20.8.1)

 

3.         E-mail (December 13, 2012) from Roslyn Houser, Goodmans LLP (PB.Supp.PB20.8.2)

 

Michael McClelland, ERA Architects, addressed the Toronto Preservation Board.

Background Information (Community Council)
(February 19, 2013) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board - Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of an Existing Heritage Easement Agreement - 197 Yonge Street (Canadian Bank of Commerce)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-56516.pdf

TE24.12 - Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of Designation By-law - 15 Shuter Street / 178 Victoria Street (Massey Music Hall)

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the proposed alterations to the heritage property at 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street (Massey Hall), including the removal of the Albert Building, to allow for the construction of a six-storey addition with a two level basement and a two level mechanical penthouse on the south side of the existing concert hall substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by Kuwabara Payne McKenna Blumberg Architects dated September 28, 2012 and date stamped received by the City Planning Division October 4, 2012 for Site Plan Application No. 12 256738 STE 27 SA, and in accordance with the HIA Assessment (HIA) prepared by Goldsmith Borgal and Company Ltd. Architects dated April 8, 2013, subject to the following conditions: 

 

a.         That prior to Final Site Plan approval the owner shall:

 

i.          Provide a Phase 1 Conservation Plan detailing all conservation work required to the property at 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street as pertaining to the removal of the Albert Building, the stabilization of the south wall of Massey Hall following the removal of the Albert Building, construction of the new two storey basement and partial at-grade back of house, including a detailed estimate of costs for this conservation work, to be prepared by a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

ii.         Submit an Interpretation Plan that interprets the cultural heritage value of the property at 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street and describes the evolution of the site including proposed methods of commemorating the Albert Building, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

iii.        Submit a Lighting Plan that describes how the Shuter and Victoria Street elevations of the heritage property at 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street will be sensitively illuminated at night to enhance the building’s heritage character and landmark status to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

iv.        Execute a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the property at 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, and register such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.

 

b.         That prior to the issuance of any heritage permit for the property at 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street, including a permit for the removal of the Albert Building, the owner shall:

 

i.          Obtain final site plan approval for Site Plan Application No. 12 256738 STE 27 SA from the Chief Planner, City Planning Division.

 

ii.         Obtain final approval for the necessary zoning by-law amendments required for the alterations to the property at 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street, such amendments having been enacted by City Council and having come into full force and effect in a form and with content acceptable to City Council as determined by the Chief Planner.

 

iii.        Submit final building permit plans and drawings for the proposed six storey addition to Massey Hall including the two level basement and the two level mechanical penthouse, satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

iv.        Enter into and register against title to the lands known municipally in 2012 as 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street (the "Massey Hall Lands) and the lands known municipally in 2012 as 197, 197R, 199, and 201 Yonge Street (the "197 Yonge Street Lands"),  an agreement between the City, the owner of the 197 Yonge Street Lands and the owner of the Massey Hall Lands (the "Three Party Agreement), pursuant to a fully in force and effect Zoning By-law Amendment and Section 37 Agreement for the 197 Yonge Street Lands, which is enacted by City Council and is in a form and with content acceptable to City Council as determined by the Chief Planner. Such Three Party Agreement to secure the conveyance of the Conveyance Lands as defined in the attached report, to Massey Hall, and to secure the limited purpose of the Conveyance Lands, and additionally to secure related easement(s) to Massey Hall, and a Construction Phasing Plan and schedule for the timing of construction for the Massey Hall alterations in conjunction with the redevelopment of the 197 Yonge Street Lands, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, the Chief Planner and the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

v.         Obtain the conveyance in escrow of the Conveyance Lands as defined in the attached report, together with the related easement(s), to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.

 

vi.        Obtain any consents to sever required by the Planning Act for the conveyance and easement(s) required in Recommendation 1.b. iv. and v. above.

 

vii.       Provide a Letter of Credit in a form and amount satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services to secure the Phase 1 Conservation work, and to be held by the City as a rolling Letter of Credit until the completion of all subsequent phases of the Conservation Plan in accordance with the HIA prepared by Goldsmith Borgal and Company Ltd. Architects dated April 8, 2013.

 

c.         That prior to the release of the Letter of Credit, the owner shall:

 

i.          Provide replacement Schedule B photographs for the Heritage Easement Agreement for the heritage property at 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

ii.         Provide a certificate of completion prepared by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the conservation work as generally described in the HIA prepared by Goldsmith Borgal and Company Ltd. Architects dated April 8, 2013 and as detailed in the Conservation Plan to be submitted and approved by the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services in phases, has been completed in accordance with these documents and to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

2.         City Council amend By-law No. 501-75 of the former City of Toronto under Section 30.1 of the Ontario Heritage Act to revise the Reasons for Designation to explain the cultural heritage value or interest of the property at 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street and describe its heritage values.

 

3.         City Council authorize the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of the Massey Hall lands, The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall, known municipally as 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street.

 

4.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce any necessary bill in Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement for the Massey Hall lands.

Origin

(April 10, 2013) Report from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division

Summary

This report recommends approval of alterations to the designated heritage property at 15 Shuter Street (Massey Music Hall, or Massey Hall). The alterations are in response to serious long-standing deficiencies in the design of the existing concert hall relating to front of house patron services and comfort, and back of house accommodation for performers, crew and support staff. The applicant is proposing to construct a six-storey addition to the rear of the existing Massey Hall plus a two level basement and two level mechanical penthouse for the purpose of providing multiple elevators, new back-of-house space, new at grade loading facilities, new patron facilities including washrooms and lounge areas, and administrative office space. The alterations also include the construction of new elevated pedestrian walkways (“passerelles”) connecting to the rear addition and running the full length on the east and west elevations of the exterior walls of the existing Hall to provide for much needed interior circulation space. The alterations include rehabilitation and restoration of the exterior envelope and of the interior auditorium of the historic structure.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 10, 2013) Report from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division - Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of Designation By-law - 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street (Massey Music Hall)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57680.pdf

Speakers

Gary Switzer, Chief Executive Officer, MOD Developments Inc.
Charles Cutts, CEO, Roy Thompson Hall
Meika McCunn, KPMB Architects

12a - Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of Designation By-law - 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street (Massey Music Hall)

Origin
(May 7, 2013) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board
Summary

The Toronto Preservation Board on May 2, 2013, considered a report (April 10, 2013) from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of Designation By-law – 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street (Massey Music Hall).

 

The following persons addressed the Toronto Preservation Board:

 

-           Sharon Vattay, Goldsmith Borgal and Company Architects Limited

-           Colleen Smith, The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thompson Hall

Background Information (Community Council)
(May 7, 2013) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board - Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property, Amendment of Designation By-law - 15 Shuter Street/178 Victoria Street (Massey Music Hall)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58219.pdf

TE24.13 - Final Report - 333-351 King Street East - Zoning Amendment Application

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 438-86, for the lands at 333-351 King Street East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 15 to the report (April 12, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.         Prior to final site plan approval, City Council require the Owner of the lands at 333-351 King Street East to:

 

a.         Retain a consultant archaeologist, licensed by the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Sport under the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act (R.S.O 1990 as amended) to carry out a Stage 2 archaeological resource assessment of the subject property and follow through on recommendations to mitigate, through preservation or resource removal and documentation, adverse impacts to any significant archaeological resources found (i.e., Stage 3-4).

 

The assessment is to be completed in accordance with the 2011 Standards and Guidelines for Consulting Archaeologists, Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Sport. Should the archaeological assessment process continue beyond a Stage 2 assessment, any recommendations for Stages 3-4 mitigation strategies must be reviewed and approved by Heritage Preservation Services prior to commencement of the site mitigation.

 

b.         Submit a copy of the relevant assessment report(s) to the Heritage Preservation Services Unit in both hard copy format and as an Acrobat PDF file on compact disk.

 

c.         Incorporate significant archaeological resources and findings into the proposed development through either in situ preservation and interpretation where feasible, or commemorate and interpret the resources through exhibition development on site including, but not limited to, commemorative plaquing.

 

d.         Ensure no demolition, construction, grading or other soil disturbances shall take place on the subject property prior to the City’s Planning Division (Heritage Preservation Services Unit) and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism (Heritage Operations Unit) confirming in writing that all archaeological licensing and technical review requirements have been satisfied.

 

4.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the applicant to resolve any outstanding concerns with the City’s Engineering and Construction Services Division to the satisfaction of the Manager, Development Engineering Unit, including, but not limited to:

 

a.         calculations for water demand analysis with hydrant testing; and

 

b.         any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the site servicing assessment, should it be determined that upgrades to such infrastructure is required to support the development.

 

5.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the Owner to enter into an Agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act as follows:

 

a.         The community benefits recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement are as follows:

 

i.          An indexed cash contribution of $500,000.00 towards the North St. Lawrence Market redevelopment, $250,000.00 of which will be payable prior to Bills being enacted by City Council and the remaining $250,000.00 to be paid prior to the issuance of the first building permit for the proposed development.

 

b.         The following matters are also recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement as a legal convenience to support development:

 

i.          Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, require the Owner to demonstrate that a restrictive covenant, pursuant to Section 119 of the Land Titles Act, has been priority registered on title to the adjacent property at 359-361 King Street East, restricting the future build-out potential of the property at 359-361 King Street East to the as-of-right 26 metre height limit in perpetuity.

 

ii.         To provide and maintain an accessible public pedestrian walkway on the east portion of the subject property which shall have a minimum width of 6 metres and a minimum height of 4 metres and shall provide a direct at-grade connection between Front Street East and King Street East generally within the area identified as "Approximate Location of Pedestrian Connection" on Map 1 of the Zoning By-law amendment, with the specific location, configuration and design to be determined in the context of a site plan approval pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as amended and, as applicable, Section 41 of the Planning Ac, as amended, and secured in a Site Plan Agreement with the City; such right of access to be secured by way of agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.

 

iii.        To provide and maintain a publicly accessible pedestrian clearway across private property on those portions of the street frontages abutting the subject property that do not contain adequate sidewalk widths to accommodate pedestrian activity and/or street trees, as shown on Map 2 of the Zoning By-law amendment, with the specific location, configuration and design to be determined in the context of a site plan approval pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as amended and, as applicable, Section 41 of the Planning Act, as amended, and secured in a Site Plan Agreement with the City; such right of access to be secured by way of agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.

 

iv.        To undertake streetscaping improvements to the street right-of-way abutting the entire subject property, including but not limited to, sidewalk bump-outs, street lighting, pavers, street furniture and tree trench installation, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division, and the Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services Division.

 

v.         Enter into a secured Agreement with the City to pay for and construct any improvements to the existing municipal infrastructure in connection with the Functional Servicing Report, as accepted by  the Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services, should it be determined that upgrades to such infrastructure are required to support this development.

 

vi.        To construct and maintain the development in accordance with Tier 1 - required measures of the Toronto Green Standard, as adopted by Toronto City Council at its meeting held on October 26 and 27, 2009 through the adoption of Item PG32.3 of the Planning and Growth Management Committee; and to provide the City with documentation of LEED registration and certification of the 17-storey east office tower.

 

vii.       Design and construction of proposed development on the lot substantially in conformity with the architectural design identified on elevation plans on file with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, prepared by Diamond and Schmitt Architects, dated February 20, 2013, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, the details of which, including the exterior materials, will be refined on approved plans and drawings in the context of site plan approval pursuant to Section 114, of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as amended and, as applicable, Section 41 of the Planning Act, as amended, and secured in a Site Plan Agreement with the City.

 

6.         City Council direct that the local capital improvement portion of the cash-in-lieu of parkland payment (i.e., 25 percent) made pursuant to Section 42 of the Planning Act with respect to the development be directed to improvements at the First Parliament site and/or within the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood and King-Parliament areas.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on May 14, 2013, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

Origin

(April 12, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District

Summary

This application proposes a redevelopment scheme for the former Toronto Sun property at 333-351 King Street East (the former Toronto Sun property).  The proposal consists of a new 17-storey office building on the vacant east portion of the site, a 12-storey office building in the southwest corner and the retention of all of the existing buildings on the site.  The redevelopment plan includes restricting the site to retail, office and institutional uses only, as well as limiting the retained buildings to their current heights.

 

This proposal, with its focus on employment uses, retention of the majority of the existing built form and low overall density is an appropriate development plan for one of the largest building sites within the historic King-Parliament neighbourhood.  This application reflects a comprehensive approach to the long-term future development of the site and provides an innovative and contextually sensitive response to both the existing policy framework and emerging contemporary fabric of the area.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 12, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District - 333-351 King Street East - Zoning Amendment Application - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58019.pdf

Speakers

Roslyn Houser, Goodmans LLP

Communications (Community Council)

(April 23, 2013) E-mail from Jack Hills and Chris Jones (TE.Supp.TE24.13.1)
(May 7, 2013) E-mail from Julie Beddoes, Lester Brown, Jane Robinson and George Hume, Development Community, Gooderham and Worts Neighbourhood Association (GWNA) (TE.Supp.TE24.13.2)
(May 14, 2013) Letter from Suzanne Kavanagh, Chair, Development Committee, St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Association (TE.Supp.TE24.13.3)

TE24.16 - Request for Direction Report - 245-255 College Street, and 39 and 40 Glasgow Street - Rezoning Application

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
20 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
The City Solicitor has submitted two supplementary reports on this Item (TE24.16a and TE24.16b with recommendations).

Communication TE24.16.5 has been submitted on this Item.

Confidential Attachment - Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board, and includes advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council adopt Recommendation 1 in Confidential Attachment 1 to the joint report (May10, 2013) from the City Solicitor and the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize the public release of the confidential Recommendation 1 in Attachment 1 to the joint report (May10, 2013) from the City Solicitor and the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, if adopted.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council requested the City Solicitor to report to City Council for its meeting on June 11 and 12, 2013, on the legal issues surrounding amendments being made during a mediation where the information cannot be shared in public.

 

The Toronto and East York Community Council recessed its public session to meet in closed session to consider this item as it relates to litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board, and the receiving of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege.

Origin

(May 10, 2013) Report from the City Solicitor and Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District

Summary

The purpose of this report is to update Council on a recent Ontario Municipal Board mediation and ongoing discussions with the applicant, and to seek Council's instruction.

 

The applicant appealed their application for a 24-storey academic residence to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is set to commence on July 2, 2013. The hearing was initially scheduled to commence in March but was postponed in order to accommodate a confidential and without prejudice Ontario Municipal Board mediation, which took place at the end of March, 2013.

 

Prehearing conferences have been held, and witness statements were filed prior to the commencement of the mediation.  Several residents associations and interested residents are Parties to the appeal and have raised issues pertaining to the size of the proposal and to the nature of the proposed use.

 

This report provides an update on the outcome of the mediation, and the status of negotiations with the applicant and seeks further direction in respect of the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board hearing.  More particulars of the outstanding issues are set out in the attached Confidential Information.

Background Information (Community Council)

(May 10, 2013) Joint report from the City Solicitor and Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District - 245-255 College Street, and 39 and 40 Glasgow Street - Rezoning Application - Request for Direction Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58338.pdf
(April 26, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District - 245-255 College Street, and 39 and 40 Glasgow Street - Rezoning Application - Request for Direction Report - Notice of Pending Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57897.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

(June 11, 2013) Supplementary report from the City Solicitor on 245-255 College Street, and 39 and 40 Glasgow Street - Rezoning Application, Settlement Discussions and Settlement Privilege at the OMB and Attachment 1 (TE24.16a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59459.pdf
Confidential Attachment 2
(June 11, 2013) Supplementary report from the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning on 245-255 College Street, and 39 and 40 Glasgow Street - Rezoning Application - Supplementary Request for Direction Report Attachments 1 to 4 (TE24.16b)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59499.pdf
(May 29, 2013) Letter from David Bronskill, Goodmans LLP on 245-251 College Street, 39 and 40 Glasgow Street, and 255 College Street - Confirmation of proposal for July 2, 2013 rezoning appeal hearing inclusion of 255 College Street in rezoning appeal Board File No. PL120328 attached to TE24.16b
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59500.pdf

Speakers

Ceta Ramkhalawansingh, Honorary President, Grange Community Association (Submission Filed)
Julie Mathien, President, Huron-Sussex Residents' Organization
Julie Lam
Sue Dexter, Harbord Village Residents' Association
David Harrison, Annex Residents' Association

Communications (Community Council)

(May 10, 2013) E-mail from Sue Dexter, Harbord Village Resident's Association (TE.Supp.TE24.16.1)
(May 6, 2013) E-mail from Ralph Daley, President, Grange Community Association (TE.Supp.TE24.16.2)
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Catherine Nasmith, President, Toronto Architectural Conservancy (TE.Supp.TE24.16.3)
(May 14, 2013) Submission from Ceta Ramkhalawansingh, Honorary President, Grange Community Association, submitting a copy of a publication entitled "College Street A Study, Part One, by the Toronto Architectural Conservancy (TE.Supp.TE24.16.4)

Communications (City Council)

(June 7, 2013) E-mail from Ralph Daley on behalf of Annex Residents Association, Harbord Village Residents Association, Huron Sussex Residents Organization and Grange Community Association (CC.New.TE24.16.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37905.pdf

Declared Interests (Community Council)

The following member(s) declared an interest:

Councillor Mike Layton - in that a member of his family owns property in the vicinity of 245-255 College Street, and 39 and 40 Glasgow Street.

TE24.17 - Amendments to Section 37 Agreement - 100 Adelaide Street West, 104 Adelaide Street West, 22 Sheppard Street

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor, in consultation with relevant City staff, to amend the registered Section 37 Agreement for 100, 104, 120 and 130 Adelaide Street West, 12 and 22 Sheppard Street and 85 and 111 Richmond Street West to secure the variances to the Section 37 provisions of By-law No. 875-2000 permitted by Committee of Adjustment decision in File No. A0003/13TEY, as more specifically outlined in the report (April 19, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, pertaining to the following matters:

 

a.         demolition permit timing;

b.         the letter of credit amount;

c.         the letter of credit reduction; and

d.         accessibility of publicly accessible open space.

 

2.         City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to take the necessary action to give effect to the above, including execution of the amended Section 37 Agreement.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the Section 37Amendment as may be required.

Origin

(April 19, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District

Summary

The purpose of this report is to seek Council authorization to amend the Section 37 Agreement for the Richmond Adelaide Centre (including the municipal addresses known as 100, 104, 120 and 130 Adelaide Street West, 12 and 22 Sheppard Street and 85 and 111 Richmond Street West) to revise requirements for the demolition permit timing; the letter of credit amount and timing; and a letter of credit reduction for the redevelopment of the portion of the site located at 100 Adelaide Street West, 104 Adelaide Street West and 22 Sheppard Street.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 19, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District - 100 Adelaide Street West, 104 Adelaide Street West, 22 Sheppard Street - Amendments to Section 37 Agreement
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57814.pdf

Speakers

Allan Leibel, Goodmans LLP

Communications (Community Council)

(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Allan Leibel, Goodmans LLP (TE.Supp.TE24.17.1)

TE24.18 - Amendment of a Heritage Easement Agreement - 100 Adelaide Street West

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council grant authority for the City Solicitor to amend the Heritage Easement Agreement, registered as Instrument No. CA691425, under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of the property at 100 Adelaide Street West.

Origin

(April 8, 2013) Report from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division

Summary

This report recommends that City Council authorize the amendment of the Heritage Easement Agreement (HEA) registered on the property at 100 Adelaide Street West to include changes to the Permitted Alterations and a revised Letter of Credit amount.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 8, 2013) Report from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division - Amendment of a Heritage Easement Agreement - 100 Adelaide Street West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57677.pdf

Speakers

Allan Leibel, Goodmans LLP

Communications (Community Council)

(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Allan Leibel, Goodmans LLP (TE.Supp.TE24.18.1)

18a - Amendment of a Heritage Easement Agreement - 100 Adelaide Street West

Origin
(May 7, 2013) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board
Summary

The Toronto Preservation Board on May 2, 2013, considered a report (April 8, 2013) from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting Amendment of a Heritage Easement Agreement - 100 Adelaide Street West.

 

Mr. Allan Leibel, Goodmans LLP, addressed the Toronto Preservation Board.

Background Information (Community Council)
(May 7, 2013) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board - Amendment of a Heritage Easement Agreement - 100 Adelaide Street West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58220.pdf

TE24.44 - Assumption of Services - Municipal Road and Services Constructed Under the Section 37 Agreement for 600 Fleet Street

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
19 - Trinity-Spadina

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council assume the services installed along Iannuzzi Street and that the City formally assume Iannuzzi Street, which is comprised of Parts 2, 6 and 7 on Plan 66R-21894.

 

2.         City Council authorize the Director, Engineering Review to release the performance guarantee held with respect to the municipal services in accordance with the Section 37 agreement.

 

3.         City Council direct that an assumption By-law be prepared to assume the public highway and municipal services within Iannuzzi Street from Fleet Street to Sloping Sky Mews.

 

4.         City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the assumption By-law in the Land Registry Office, at the expense of the Owner.

 

5.         City Council authorize and direct the appropriate City Officials to transfer ownership of the street lighting system constructed within Iannuzzi Street from Fleet Street to Sloping Sky Mews to Toronto Hydro.

 

6.         City Council authorize the appropriate City Officials to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Director, Engineering Review

Summary

This report requests Council's authority for the City to assume the municipal road and services within Iannuzzi Street from Fleet Street to Sloping Sky Mews in accordance with the Amended and Restated Section 37 Agreement of Block 7 - 600 Fleet Street, dated June 21, 2007 with Malibu Harbourfront Inc.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Director, Engineering Review - Assumption of Services - Municipal Road and Services Constructed Under the Section 37 Agreement for 600 Fleet Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57786.pdf
Attachment - Assumption of Services - Municipal Road and Services Constructed Under the Section 37 Agreement for 600 Fleet Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57787.pdf

TE24.45 - Assumption of Services - Toronto Community Housing Corporation, Regent Park, Phase 1, Plan 66M-2449

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council assume the services within Phase 1 of the Regent Park Subdivision and that the City formally assume the roads within the Plan of Subdivision.

 

2.         City Council authorize the Director, Engineering Review to release the performance guarantee held with respect to this subdivision in accordance with the subdivision agreement.

 

3.         City Council direct that an assumption By-law be prepared to assume the public highways and municipal services in the Registered Subdivision Plan 66M-2449.

 

4.         City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the assumption By-law in the Land Registry Office, at the expense of the Owner.

 

5.         City Council authorize and direct the appropriate City Officials to transfer ownership of the street lighting system constructed within the Plan of Subdivision 66M-2449 to Toronto Hydro.

 

6.         City Council authorize the appropriate City Officials to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Director, Engineering Review

Summary

This report requests Council's authority for the City to assume the municipal roads and services within Phase 1 of the Regent Park Subdivision, in accordance with the terms of the Subdivision Agreement for Plan 66M-2449, dated April 25, 2007, between Toronto Community Housing Corporation and the City of Toronto.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Director, Engineering Review - Assumption of Services - Toronto Community Housing Corporation, Regent Park, Phase 1, Plan 66M-2449
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57802.pdf
Attachment - Assumption of Services - Toronto Community Housing Corporation, Regent Park, Phase 1, Plan 66M-2449
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57803.pdf

TE24.46 - Construction Staging Areas - Harbour Street and York Street

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
20 - Trinity-Spadina, 28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale
Attention
Bills 793 and 794 have been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the closure of the north sidewalk and part of the curb lane on Harbour Street, between York Street and a point 173 metres east, from June 12, 2013 to December 31, 2015.

 

2.         City Council approve the closure of the east sidewalk and part of the curb lane on York Street, between Harbour Street and Lake Shore Boulevard West, from June 12, 2013 to December 31, 2015.

 

3.         City Council rescind the existing "No Standing Anytime" regulation on the north side of Harbour Street, between a point 92 metres east of York Street and a point 18 metres further east.

 

4.         City Council approve a "No Stopping Anytime" regulation on the north side of Harbour Street, between a point 92 metres east of York Street and a point 18 metres further east.

 

5.         City Council authorize the General Manager of Transportation Services to request the alteration and/or removal of the proposed staging area if required to accommodate the Pan Am requirements during the months of July and August 2015.

 

6.         City Council direct that Harbour Street and York Street be returned to their pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.

 

7.         City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site.

 

8.         City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District

Summary

Transportation Services is requesting authority to temporarily close the north sidewalk and part of the curb lane on Harbour Street, between York Street and a point 173 metres east.  The existing three eastbound lanes would be maintained by narrowing all lanes to 3.3 metres.  Pedestrians would be diverted one block north to Lake Shore Boulevard because there is no sidewalk on the south side of Harbour Street.  

 

We are also requesting authority to temporarily close the east sidewalk and part of the curb lane on York Street, between Harbour Street and Lake Shore Boulevard West, and establish a temporary pedestrian walkway in the closed lane.  The existing two northbound and two southbound lanes on York Street would be maintained by narrowing all lanes to 3.3 metres.   

 

Menkes Developments Ltd. is constructing a 37-storey building and two 70-storey buildings at No. 90 Harbour Street and No. 1 York Street.  This project requires the above closures for a period of 31 months to enable construction to proceed.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District - Construction Staging Areas - Harbour Street and York Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57763.pdf
Drawing No. 421G-1056 - Construction Staging Areas - Harbour Street and York Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57764.pdf

TE24.47 - Installation of an Accessible Parking Space - April 2013

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
21 - St. Paul's
Attention
Bill 795 has been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the installation of an on-street accessible parking space at the location identified in Appendix A attached to the report (April 25 , 2013) from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

Origin

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District

Summary

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval for the installation of an on-street accessible parking space for persons with disabilities.

 

As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on the subject street, City Council approval of this report is required.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District - Installation of Accessible Parking Space - April 2013 (Non-Delegated)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57880.pdf

TE24.52 - Commercial Loading Zone - Bloor Street West

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
19 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
Bills 837, 838 and 839 have been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council designate a Commercial Loading Zone on the south side of Bloor Street West, between a point 34.1 metres west of Concord Avenue and a point 6.5 metres further west, to operate from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, and Anytime, Saturday and Sunday, for a maximum period of 30 minutes.

Origin

(April 17, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District

Summary

Transportation Services is seeking authority from City Council to establish a commercial loading zone on the south side of Bloor Street West, west of Concord Avenue.  The commercial loading zone will provide for curb side deliveries to businesses in the area.

 

The proposed commercial loading zone will operate at all times outside of the existing 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday stopping prohibition and will have a 30 minute time limit.  It will replace an existing taxicab stand that is no longer in use and will not result in the loss of any Pay-and-Display parking spaces.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 17, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District - Commercial Loading Zone - Bloor Street West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57707.pdf
Drawing No. 421G-1057 - Commercial Loading Zone - Bloor Street West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57708.pdf

TE24.53 - Temporary Parking Amendments - Bloor Street West

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
20 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
Bills 850, 851 and 859 have been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend the “No Stopping, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” regulation on the north side of Bloor Street West, between a point 72 metres east of Indian Road and Spadina Avenue, to operate between a point 72 metres east of Indian Road and Bathurst Street, from July 2, 2013 to August 30, 2013.

 

2.         City Council rescind the "Pay & Display Parking, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday" regulation on both sides of Bloor Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street.

 

3.         City Council enact a "Pay & Display Parking, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday" regulation on the north side of Bloor Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street.

 

4.         City Council enact a "Pay & Display Parking, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday" regulation on the south side of Bloor Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street.

 

5.         City Council amend the "Taxicab Stand"  for one taxicab on the south side of Bloor Street West, east of Brunswick Avenue, that operates at all times except 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday to operate at all times except 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday.

 

6.         City Council enact a "Pay & Display Parking, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday" regulation on the north side of Bloor Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street, from July 2, 2013 to August 30, 2013.

 

7.         City Council direct that Bloor Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street, be returned to its normal parking regulations when the trial is complete.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District

Summary

Transportation Services has been requested by Councillor Adam Vaughan to temporarily rescind the 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, stopping prohibition on the north side of Bloor Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street.  This modification will be undertaken during July and August of this year and will allow vehicles to park in the curb lane during this time period.  These changes will reduce the westbound lanes on Bloor Street West and will be used as a trial period to assess the impacts of a permanent, physical lane reduction.

 

This proposal will result in the addition of about 52 parking spaces on the north side of Bloor Street West during the weekday afternoon peak period.  After the trial period, the parking regulations will revert back to the existing posted signage.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District - Temporary Parking Amendments - Bloor Street West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57884.pdf
Drawing No. 421G-1062 - Temporary Parking Amendments - Bloor Street West
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57885.pdf

TE24.58 - Stopping Prohibitions - St. Clair Avenue East

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
22 - St. Paul's

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council rescind the existing “No Parking regulation in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily” on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, from a point 30.5 metres east of Ferndale Avenue to Avoca Avenue.

 

2.         City Council prohibit stopping from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, from a point 30.5 metres east of Ferndale Avenue to a point 30.5 metres west of Avoca Avenue.

 

3.         City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, from Avoca Avenue to a point 30.5 metres west.

 

4.         City Council prohibit parking from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, from a point 30.5 metres east of Ferndale Avenue to a point 30.5 metres west of Avoca Avenue.

 

5.         City Council prohibit parking, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, from a point 30.5 metres east of Ferndale Avenue to a point 30.5 metres west of Avoca Avenue.

Origin

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District

Summary

Transportation Services is requesting authority from City Council to implement “No Stopping regulations on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, in the vicinity of Ferndale Avenue and Avoca Avenue.

 

The implementation of the proposed stopping regulations will improve westbound traffic flow on St. Clair Avenue East, during the morning and afternoon peak periods and ensure that parking does not take place in the vicinity of the signalized intersection of Avoca Avenue and St. Clair Avenue East.  These regulations will improve visibility for motorists exiting Avoca Avenue, reduce congestion, and improve westbound traffic flow on St. Clair Avenue East.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 22, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District - Stopping Prohibitions - St. Clair Avenue East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57780.pdf
Drawing No. 421G-1048 - Stopping Prohibitions - St. Clair Avenue East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57781.pdf

TE24.61 - Turn Prohibitions - No. 570 Bay Street

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale
Attention
Bills 796 and 797 have been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council prohibit eastbound left turns at all times from the driveway located on the west side of Bay Street, approximately 55 metres south of Dundas Street West, to Bay Street.

 

2.         City Council prohibit northbound left turns at all times from Bay Street to the driveway located on the west side of Bay Street approximately 55 metres south of Dundas Street West.

Origin

(April 23, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District

Summary

Transportation Services is requesting approval from City Council to prohibit eastbound and northbound left turns at all times at No. 570 Bay Street.  These proposed turn prohibitions were identified as conditions of approval of Site Plan Application No. 09 1152790 STE 27 SA regarding the development at this location.

 

The proposed turn prohibitions will minimize the impact of the new driveway at this property on Bay Street traffic.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 23, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District - Turn Prohibitions - No. 570 Bay Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57757.pdf
Drawing No. 421G-1039 - Turn Prohibitions - No. 570 Bay Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57758.pdf

TE24.67 - Dedication of the Portion of York Street Abutting the West Limit of The Royal York Hotel

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council dedicate the portion of York Street, shown as Part 1 on the attached Sketch No. PS-2013-036 (the "Highway"), attached to the report (April 25, 2013) from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         City Council direct the appropriate City officials to take whatever action is necessary to give effect thereto, including the introduction in Council of any bills that might be necessary.

Origin

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District

Summary

Transportation Services recommends that the portion of York Street which was previously closed by By-law No. 20284 on March 31, 1958, be re-dedicated for public highway purposes to form part of York Street.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District - Dedication of the Portion of York Street Abutting the West Limit of The Royal York Hotel
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57888.pdf
Sketch No. PS2013-036 - Dedication of the Portion of York Street Abutting the West Limit of The Royal York Hotel
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57889.pdf

TE24.72 - Use of Nathan Phillips Square for Various Events up to January, 2014

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council grant an exemption to Nuit Blanche and the Art Gallery of Ontario to place objects within the reflecting pool contingent upon the following conditions:

 

a.         receipt of all the necessary permits associated with the production of the event i.e., building permit, noise by-law extension permit.

 

2.         City Council grant permission to Canada Running Series Foundation and SickKids Hospital to solicit donations in support of their organizations.

 

3.         City Council grant permission to Cavalcade of Lights to use open flame.

 

4.         City Council grant permission to "Cavalcade of Lights" and Rogers Corporation's "Citytv’s New Year’s Eve Bash" to use special effects pyrotechnics.

 

5.         City Council require that the various events compensate the City of Toronto through the Facilities Management Division for all the City of Toronto costs associated with the event.

Origin

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Chief Corporate Officer

Summary

It is recommended that Toronto and East York Community Council give exemption to Canada Running Series Foundation’s “Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon” and SickKids Hospital’s “Santa Run” request to solicit donations, "Cavalcade of Light's" request to use open flame, "Nuit Blanche's" and Art Gallery of Ontario's "Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads" request to place objects within the reflecting pool, "Cavalcade of Lights" and Rogers Corporation's Citytv's New Year’s Eve Bash's" request to use special effects pyrotechnics to be held on Nathan Phillips Square.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 25, 2013) Report from the Chief Corporate Officer - Use of Nathan Phillips Square for Various Events up to January, 2014
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-57904.pdf

TE24.73 - Endorsement of Events for Liquor Licensing Purposes

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Attention
Communications TE24.73.23 to TE24.73.32 have been submitted on this Item

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

A.        City Council advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has no objection to the following requests for:

 

1.         Temporary liquor licence extension for the Café Diplomatico 45 Years of Business - Anniversary Celebration to be held on Sunday, July 27, 2013, from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with a road closure on Clinton Street, from the north side of College Street to the first laneway from 9:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.

 

2.         Temporary liquor licence extensions for the following establishments and beverage gardens during the TD Festival of South Asia to be held on July 6 and 7, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight, on Gerrard Street East, between Coxwell and Greenwood:

 

            5-Spices, 1411 Gerrard Street East

            Bar-Be-Que Hut, 1455 Gerrard Street East

            Dwarika Fine Indian Cuisine, 1433 Gerrard Street East

            Famous Indian Cuisine, 1437 Gerrard Street East

            Gautama -  The Art of Indian Cuisine, 1416 Gerrard Street East

            Lazy Daisy's Café, 1515 Gerrard Street East

            The Pantry, 1620 Gerrard Street East

            Mahar Restaurant, 1410 Gerrard Street East

            Moti Mahal, 1422 Gerrard Street East

            New Haandi 2000 Restaurant, 1401 Gerrard Street East

            Regency Restaurant, 1432 Gerrard Street East

 

3.         A beverage tent for the 16th Annual GWN Sport Regatta to be held at Marilyn Bell Park on July 20, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

 

4.         A beverage tent for the 19th Annual GWN Dragon Boat Challenge to be held at Marilyn Bell Park on September 6 2013, from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., September 7, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. and on September 8, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

 

5.         Temporary patio extension to the existing liquor licence to encompass the outdoor courtyard from 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. for the The Factory Theatre during its SummerWorks Theatre Festival, to be held from August 8 to 18, 2013, at the Factory Theatre, 125 Bathurst Street.

 

6.         Temporary patio extensions for the annual Cabbagetown Festival to be held on September 7, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on September 8, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., for the following establishments:

 

            OMI Restaurant, 241 Carlton Street

            Stout Irish Pub, 221 Carlton Street

            Peter's Cajun Creole Pizza, 415 Parliament Street

            Ben Wicks Pub, 424 Parliament Street

            Wing Machine, 443 Parliament Street

            Young Thailand, 446 Parliament Street

            House on Parliament, 454 Parliament Street

            Ginger, 252 Carlton Street

            Johnny G's, 478 Parliament Street

            The Flying Beaver, 488 Parliament Street

            The Peartree, 507 Parliament Street

            KiBo Sushi House, 533 Parliament Street

            Kingyo Izakaya, 51B Winchester Street

            Winchester Kitchen & Bar, 51A Winchester Street

            Merryberry Cafe & Bistro, 559 Parliament Street

            Alice's Place, 554 Parliament Street

            Butter Chicken Factory, 556 Parliament Street

            Pho Viet Phi, 568 Parliament Street

            Tender Trap, 580 Parliament Street

            Cranberries, 601 Parliament Street

            F'Amelia, 12 Amelia Street,

 

with road closures on Parliament Street from Wellesley Street south to Gerrard Street East and on Carlton Street from Parliament Street west to Berkeley Street from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2013, and from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 8, 2013.

 

7.         A liquor licence extension for the Festival Kompa Zouk Ontario to be held on August 3, 2013, from 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at Daniels Spectrum, Regent Park Square.

 

8.         A temporary patio extension for 553 Church Street (Smith), on Friday, June 28, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., Saturday, June 29, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., Sunday, June 30, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. and Monday, July 1, 2013, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 a.m., during the annual Toronto Pride Festival.

 

9.         Temporary patio extensions for the following establishments during Pedestrian Sundays (P.S. Kensington) to be held on June 30, July 28, August 25 and September 29, 2013:

 

            Nu Bagel, 240 Augusta Avenue

            Hibiscus, 238 Augusta Avenue

            Graffiti's, 170 Baldwin Street

            Detour Bar, 193 ½ Baldwin Street

            The Embassy, 223 Augusta Avenue

            Pancho y Emilio, 200 Augusta Avenue

            Jumbo Empanadas, 245 Augusta Avenue

            El Trompo, 227 Augusta Avenue

            Café Pamenar, 307 Augusta Avenue

            Lola's, 40 Kensington Avenue

 

10.       Temporary liquor licence extensions for various establishments for the Toronto Greek Film Retrospective to be held on Danforth Avenue on the following dates:

 

            Thursday, June 20, 2013 from 11:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. on Friday, June 21, 2013;

            Friday, June 21, 2013, from 11:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2013; and

            Saturday, June 22, 2013, from 11:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. on Sunday, June, 23, 2013.

Community Council Decision Advice and Other Information

The Toronto and East York Community Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declared the following events to be events of municipal significance:

 

 1.        Café Diplomatico 45 Years of Business - Anniversary Celebration to be held on Sunday, July 27, 2013, from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

 

2.         31st Annual Franco-fete de Toronto event to be held on Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and on Sunday, June 23, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Yonge Dundas Square.

 

3.         Toronto Garlic Festival to be held on September 22, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Avenue.

 

4.         Annual Aloha Toronto event to be held on August 23, 2013, from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at the Balmy Beach Club and on August 24 and 25, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily at the Cherry/Clarke Beach.

 

5.         Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer event to be held on September 28, 2013, from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ontario Place, 955 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto.

 

6.         Toronto Oktoberfest Celebration to be held on September 27 and 28, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., at the Kool Haus, The Guvernment Entertainment Complex, 132 Queens Quay East.

 

7.         TD Festival of South Asia to be held on July 6 and 7, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight, on Gerrard Street East between Coxwell Avenue and Greenwood Avenue.

 

8.         Royal Agricultural Winter Fair to be held from November 1 to 10, 2013, at the Direct Energy Centre, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. daily.

 

9.         FOUNDRY x MOCCA event series to be held on the following dates in the courtyard of the Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art, 952 Queen Street West, from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.:

 

             July 6, 2013

             July 13, 2013

             July 20, 2013

             July 27, 2013

             August 2, 2013

             August 9, 2013

 

10.       Sound in Motion Music Festival to be held from July 11 to 13, 2013, at various locations, and with the daytime outdoor Main Stage event at Coronation Park (south side) on Saturday, July 13, 2013, from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

 

11.       The 16th Annual GWN Sport Regatta to be held at Marilyn Bell Park on July 20, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

 

12.       The 19th Annual GWN Dragon Boat Challenge to be held at Marilyn Bell Park on September 6 2013, from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., September 7, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. and on September 8, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

 

13.        SummerWorks Theatre Festival, to be held from August 8 to 18, 2013, at the Factory Theatre, 125 Bathurst Street from 12:00 noon to 12:00 a.m.

 

14.       WORN Fashion Journal presents Secondhand Prom to be held on June 8, 2013, at The Church of The Holy Trinity, 10 Trinity Square, from 9:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

 

15.       Visual Fountain Art Show to be held on July 19, 2013, from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., at The Church of St. Stephen-in-the-Fields, 103 Bellevue Avenue.

 

16.       The annual Cabbagetown Festival to be held on September 7 and 8, 2013.

 

17.       DOS, a collaborative event of art, music and food, by the Toronto Underground Market on behalf of La Carnita Restaurant, to be held on July 19, 2013, from 2:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at the Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Avenue.

 

18.       Festival Kompa Zouk Ontario to be held on August 3, 2013, from 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. at Daniels Spectrum, Regent Park Square.

 

19.       The Alliance of Portuguese Clubs and Associations' 26th Annual Portugal Week 2013 Festival to be held at Downsview Park from Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 16, 2013

 

20.       The Portugal Day flag raising event at Nathan Phillips Square on Monday, June 10, 2013.

 

21.       The Pedestrian Sundays (P.S. Kensington) to be held on:

 

            June 30, 2013

            July 28, 2013

            August 25, 2013

            September 29, 2013.

 

22.       The Toronto Greek Film Retrospective to be held on Danforth Avenue from Thursday, June 20, 2013 to Saturday, June 22, 2013 at various establishments on Danforth Avenue.

Summary

Seeking endorsement of events for Liquor Licensing Purposes.

Communications (Community Council)

(April 10, 2013) Letter from Rocco Mastrangelo Jr., Cafe Diplomatico, requesting that the Cafe's 45 Years of Business - Anniversary Celebration to be held on Sunday, July 27, 2013, from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., be declared an event of municipal significance; requesting a temporary liquor licence extension for the event; and also approval of a road closure on Clinton Street, from the north side of College Street to the first laneway from 9:00 am. to 11:59 p.m. (TE.Main.TE24.73.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36242.pdf
(April 10, 2013) Letter from Jose Bertrand, Director of Operations, Franco-fete de Toronto, requesting that the 31st Annual Franco-fete de Toronto event to be held on Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and on Sunday, June 23, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Yonge Dundas Square, be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Main.TE24.73.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36246.pdf
(April 13, 2013) E-mail from Peter McClusky, Director, Toronto Garlic Festival, requesting that the Toronto Garlic Festival to be held on September 22, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., at the Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Avenue, be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.3)
(April 16, 2013) Letter from Helen Hatzis, Founder, Aloha Toronto, requesting that the Annual Aloha Toronto event to be held on August 23, 2013, from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at the Balmy Beach Club and on August 24 and 25, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Cherry/Clarke Beach, be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Main.TE24.73.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36248.pdf
(April 17, 2013) Letter from Erin Ruth Clare, Event Logistics and Operations Manager, SDI Marketing, requesting that Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer, to be held on September 28, 2013, from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Ontario Place, 955 Lake Shore Blvd., be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Main.TE24.73.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36250.pdf
(April 17, 2013) Letter from Justina Klein, Producer, Toronto Oktoberfest, requesting that the Toronto Oktoberfest Celebration to be held on September 27 and 28, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., at Kool Haus, The Guvernment Entertainment Complex, 132 Queens Quay East, be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Main.TE24.73.6)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36251.pdf
(April 15, 2013) Letter from CJ Graham-Nutter, Logistics Support to the TD Festival of South Asia, requesting that the TD Festival of South Asia to be held on July 6 and 7, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to midnight, on Gerrard Street East between Coxwell and Greenwood, be declared an event of municipal significance; requesting approval of temporary extended licensed areas for the establishments listed in the attachment to the letter and for beverage gardens; and any necessary street closures. (TE.Main.TE24.73.7)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36252.pdf
(April 23, 2013) Fax from Alex Milovanovic, Hospitality Manager, Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, requesting that The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair to be held from November 1 to 10, 2013, at the Direct Energy Centre from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Main.TE24.73.8)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36530.pdf
(April 25, 2013) Letter from Matt Eckensweiler, Co-Founder, Foundry, requesting that the Foundry x Mocca event to be held on July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 2 and 9, 2013, in the courtyard of the Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art, 952 Queen Street West, from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., be declared events of municipal significance. (TE.Main.TE24.73.9)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36606.pdf
(April 27, 2013) Letter from Sarah Davies, Studio Feed, advising that the Sound in Motion Music Festival will be held from July 11 to 13, 2013, and requesting that the Outdoor Main Stage Event on Saturday, July 13, 2013, from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at Coronation Park (south side), be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Main.TE24.73.10)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36832.pdf
(April 30, 2013) E-mail from Mike Fulton, Director of Operations, Great White North Communications, requesting that the 16th Annual GWN Sport Regatta to be held on July 20, 2013, at Marilyn Bell Park, from 11:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m., be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.11)
(April 30, 2013) E-mail from Mike Fulton, Director of Operations, Great White North Communications, requesting that the 19th Annual GWN Dragon Boat Challenge to be held on September 6th to September 8, 2013, from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on September 6, 2013, and 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. on September 7, 2013, and 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on September 8, 2013, at Marilyn Bell Park, be declared an event of municipal significance; and requesting a temporary liquor licence for a beverage tent on these dates. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.12)
(May 1, 2013) Letter from Sara Meurling and Bryce Dudley, The Factory Theatre, requesting that The SummerWorks Theatre Festival, to be held from August 8-18, 2013, at The Factory Theatre, 125 Bathurst Street, be declared an event of municipal significance; and requesting approval of a temporary patio extension to the existing liquor licence to encompass the outdoor courtyard from 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.13)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-36921.pdf
(May 7, 2013) E-mail from Haley Mlotek, Publisher, requesting that WORN Fashion Journal presents Secondhand Prom will be held on June 8, 2013, at The Church of the Holy Trinity, 10 Trinity Square, from 9:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., be declared an event of municipal significance and also requesting a temporary liquor license. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.14)
(May 7, 2013) E-mail from John Diensthuber, requesting that Visual Fountain to be held on July 19, 2013, from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., at the Church of St. Stephen-in-the Fields, be declared an event of municipal significance and also requesting a temporary liquor license. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.15)
(May 6, 2013) Letter from Krissia V. and Nauoda Robinson, Coordinators for the Cabbagetown BIA, requesting that the annual Cabbagetown Festival of the Arts to be held on September 7 and 8, 2013, at various locations, be declared an event of municipal significance; requesting approval for temporary patio extensions from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on September 7, 2013 and from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on September 8, 2013. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.16)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-37092.pdf
(May 7, 2013) E-mail from Hassel Aviles, Toronto Underground Market, requesting that DOS and it's a collaborative event of art to be held on July 19, 2013, from 2:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at the Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Avenue, be declared an event of municipal significance. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.17)
(May 10, 2013) Letter from Jennyne Mayard requesting a liquor licence extension for the Festival Kompa Zouk Ontario (FKZO Inc.) to be held on August 3, 2013, from 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at Daniels Spectrum, Regent Park Square. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.18)
(May 10, 2013) E-mail from Renda Abdo, requesting temporary patio extensions for 553 Church Street (Smith), for the 33rd Annual Pride Toronto Festival to be held on Friday, June 28, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., Saturday, June 29, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., Sunday, June 30, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. and Monday, July 1, 2013, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 a.m. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.19)
(May 10, 2013) Letter from Councillor Ana Bailao, on behalf of Alliance of Portuguese Clubs and Associations, requesting that the 26th Annual Portugal Week 2013 Festival to be held at Downsview Park from Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 16, 2013, and the Portugal Day flag raising event at Nathan Phillips Square on Monday, June 10, 2013, be declared events of municipal significance. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.20)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-37182.pdf
(May 10, 2013) Letter from Councillor Adam Vaughan requesting that the Pedestrian Sundays (P.S. Kensington) to be held on June 30, July 28, August 24 and September 29, 2013, be declared events of municipal significance; and requesting approval of temporary patio extensions for the establishments listed in the attachment to the letter from Councillor Vaughan. (TE.Supp.TE23.73.21)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-37183.pdf
(May 13, 2013) E-mail from Constantine Voidonicolas, Chair, GreekTown on the Danforth BIA, requesting that the Toronto Greek Film Retrospective scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 20, 2013 from 11:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., Friday, June 21, 2013 from 11:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. and on June 22, 2013 from 11:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. be declared an event of municipal significance and also requesting temporary liquor license extensions for a number of establishments. (TE.Supp.TE24.73.22)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/comm/communicationfile-37264.pdf

Communications (City Council)

(April 15, 2013) Letter from Luke Vitale, owner Parlour, requesting an extension of the proposed extended licensed area for a series of socials during the summer on June 22, July 20, August 21 and September 19, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. (CC.Main.TE24.73.23)
(May 22, 2013) Letter from Kristy-Leigh Boone, Manager, Special Events Toronto Blue Jays, requesting approval for the service and sale of alcoholic beverages at the Toronto Blue Jays Cottage in the City Festival and the Summer Friday Fan Festivals for eight dates (CC.Main.TE24.73.24)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37805.pdf
(May 23, 2013) E-mail from Erika Campbell, Manager, Events, Toronto Argonauts Football Club, requesting change in dates of when alcohol will be served at events (CC.Main.TE24.73.25)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37806.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Letter from Scott Brockington, c/o An Sibin Pub, requesting a temporary liquor licence extension for a Summer Solstice Celebration on June 21, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. (CC.Main.TE24.73.26)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37807.pdf
(May 30, 2013) Letter from Rocco Mastrangelo Jr., Cafe Diplomatico, requesting a temporary liquor licence extension for the 45 Years of Business - Anniversary Celebration on July 19, 2013 from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (CC.Main.TE24.73.27)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37808.pdf
(May 22, 2013) Letter from Scott Brockington, c/o An Sibin Pub requesting a temporary liquor licence extension for an event featuring an international musical group Fanfare Chicarlia on July 5, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. (CC.Supp.TE24.73.28)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37921.pdf
(June 6, 2013) Letter from Katerina Gourmos, GreekTown on the Danforth Business Improvement Area providing a list of establishments who have applied for temporary liquor licence extensions and patio extensions until 4:00 a.m. during the Toronto Greek Film Retrospective on June 20, 21 and 22, 2013 (CC.Supp.TE24.73.29)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37929.pdf
(June 5, 2013) Letter from Mike Tanner, Manager, Communications / Operations, NXNE, requesting to add The Drake Hotel Underground to the list of establishments requesting a temporary liquor licence extension until 4:00 a.m. from June 13 until 4am on June 17, 2013 for the North by Northeast (NXNE) Music Festival and Conference (CC.New.TE24.73.30)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37917.pdf
(June 10, 2013) Letter from Letter from Katerina Gourmos, GreekTown on the Danforth Business Improvement Area, providing a list of members who have chosen to participate in the 20th Annual Pilaros Taste of the Danforth and requesting temporary extended hours of liquor service and patio extensions during the event (CC.New.TE24.73.31)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37918.pdf
(June 11, 2013) Letter from Danielle Goldfinger, Fundraising and Events Coordinator, The Stop Community Food Centre, requesting a temporary liquor licence extension during The Stop's Night Market event. (CC.New.TE24.73.32)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38095.pdf

TE24.74 - Traffic Regulations at Blackburn Street and Gerrard Street East

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
30 - Toronto-Danforth
Attention
June 10, 2013: This Item was inadvertently omitted from the published agenda and has now been posted.

Bills 801 and 802 have been submitted on this Item.

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve an exemption for bicycles from the existing northbound and southbound through-traffic prohibitions at Gerrard Street East and St. Matthews Road/Blackburn Street.

Origin

(April 25, 2013) Letter from Councillor Paula Fletcher, Ward 30, Toronto-Danforth

Summary

There is a prohibition on through traffic from Jack Layton Way across Gerrard Street East southbound onto Blackburn Street. While this is a necessary regulation for vehicle traffic, it also prevents cyclists from entering the street, though cycling traffic is not detrimental to the neighbourhood.

Background Information (Community Council)

(April 25, 2013) Letter from Councillor Paula Fletcher - Traffic Regulations at Blackburn Street and Gerrard Street East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58014.pdf

TE24.81 - 2013 Queen Street East in Leslieville Study

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
30 - Toronto-Danforth

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request the City Planning Division to initiate a study in 2013 of Queen Street East in Leslieville (railway by Jimmie Simpson Park to Leslie Street), in consultation with the Ward Councillor and local community, in order to develop urban design guidelines that respect the area's unique built character and take into account community objectives.

Origin

(May 6, 2013) Letter from Councillor Paula Fletcher, Ward 30, Toronto-Danforth

Summary

The Official Plan directs growth to Avenues and Mixed Use Areas, which are the land use designations for the portion of Queen Street East from the railway by Jimmie Simpson Park to Leslie Street. The Official Plan includes Built Form and other policies to shape and guide growth and development.

 

Zoning By-law No. 438-86 of the former City of Toronto zones the majority of the properties on this portion of Queen St. East as Mixed Use with a height limit of 14 metres.

 

City Council adopted the "Avenues and Mid-Rise Building Strategy" in 2010, to articulate the development criteria of the Official Plan through performance standards. Queen St. East in Ward 30 was excluded from the Study Map attached to the "Avenues and Mid-Rise Buildings Strategy". The design guidelines of the Study do not apply to Leslieville.

 

Queen St. East in Leslieville is experiencing some interest from land owners to redevelop properties for mid-rise buildings. A rezoning application for mid-rise development at 1075 Queen St. was submitted recently, and there has been interest in other properties.

 

It is desirable to have guidelines in place to support vibrant, high quality mixed-use development on this portion of Queen St. East in accordance with the Official Plan.

 

The study would focus on ways to guide redevelopment interest to achieve appropriate built form and character, building height, massing, architectural treatment and streetscape. As well, it would address the recent interests expressed in the local community to develop strategies that help maintain an inclusive, diverse, mixed-income community with affordable homes, shops and local jobs. The study would be developed through a robust outreach and consultation process.

Background Information (Community Council)

(May 6, 2013) Letter from Councillor Paula Fletcher - 2013 Queen Street East in Leslieville Study
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58250.pdf

TE24.82 - Liquor Licence - 224 Queen Street West - Hot and Spicy Asian Fusion, File No. 816093

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
20 - Trinity-Spadina

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (the “AGCO”) that the issuance of a liquor licence for Hot and Spicy Asian Fusion, 224 Queen Street West (the “Premises”), is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application.

 

2.         City Council request the Licence Appeal Tribunal (“LAT”) to provide the City with an opportunity to be made a party in any proceedings with respect to the Premises.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the LAT in this matter and to take all necessary actions so as to give effect to this Motion, including adding and deleting conditions to any liquor licence issued for the Premises, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, which address issues including, but not limited to, noise, safety, security personnel, security cameras, crowd control, signage, lighting and litter.

Origin

(May 10, 2013) Letter from Councillor Adam Vaughan, Ward 20, Trinity-Spadina

Summary

2361298 Ontario Inc. has submitted an application for a liquor licence to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) for the premises at 224 Queen Street West, operating under the name Hot and Spicy Asian Fusion (“Premises”). The application is for a restaurant with a proposed indoor capacity of 118 persons.

 

The Premises are located in close proximity to residential properties. There are concerns related to noise, litter, safety, lighting and other potential disturbances to residents in the area.

 

This application for a liquor licence is not in the public interest unless certain conditions, addressing the concerns of the community, are attached to the licence. The Registrar of the AGCO should be requested to issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application.

Background Information (Community Council)

(May 10, 2013) Letter from Councillor Adam Vaughan - Liquor Licence - 224 Queen Street West - Hot and Spicy Asian Fusion - File No. 816093
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58324.pdf

TE24.83 - Intention to Designate the University of Toronto Back Campus, Between University College and Hoskin Avenue, as a Cultural Heritage Landscape, Under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
20 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
The Toronto Preservation Board has submitted a transmittal on this Item (TE24.83a with recommendations)

The City Manager has submitted a report on this Item (TE24.83b with recommendations)

Communications TE24.83.1 to TE24.83.33 have been submitted on this Item

Will be considered as the first item on Wednesday June 12

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council state an intention to designate the University of Toronto Back Campus, between University College and Hoskin Avenue, as a Cultural Heritage Landscape, under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

2.         If there are no objections to the designation in accordance with Section 29(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the bill in Council designating the property under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

3.         If there are objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council direct the City Clerk to refer the designation to the Conservation Review Board.

 

4.         If the designation is referred to the Conservation Review Board, City Council authorizes the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to attend any hearing held by the Conservation Review Board in support of Council's decision on the designation of the property.

 

5.         City Council request the Director, Urban Forestry refuse any requests to remove, damage or otherwise alter any trees or tree roots located within "The Back Campus" at the University of Toronto until this matter is resolved.

Origin

(May 13, 2013) Letter from Councillor Adam Vaughan, Ward 20, Trinity-Spadina

Summary

A recently announced decision to redevelop the University of Toronto Back Campus as two field hockey pitches for the Pan Am games has created a large public expression of interest in preserving the space as a grassed common. A community group formed of University of Toronto faculty and students, as well as members of the surrounding residential areas has submitted a request for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act of the Back Campus as a cultural heritage landscape, for contextual, historical associations and ongoing traditional activities associated with the space. The community group has gathered 5000 signatures on an online petition to protect the Back Campus as a common, community open space, held two demonstrations on campus, as well as one public meeting.

 

Materials and research from outside experts, including University professors which detail a sound basis for designation have been received and are attached.

Background Information (Community Council)

(May 13, 2013) Letter from Councillor Adam Vaughan - Intention to Designate University of Toronto Back Campus, Between University College and Hoskin Avenue, as a Cultural Heritage Landscape, Under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58353.pdf
Attachment - Intention to Designate University of Toronto Back Campus, Between University College and Hoskin Avenue, as a Cultural Heritage Landscape, Under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58354.pdf

Background Information (City Council)

(May 31, 2013) Transmittal from the Toronto Preservation Board on Intention to Designate University of Toronto Back Campus, Between University College and Hoskin Avenue, as a Cultural Heritage Landscape, Under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act (TE24.83a)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59150.pdf
(June 11, 2013) Report from the City Manager - Pan Am Field Hockey Centre - University of Toronto Back Campus Fields Project (TE24.83b)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59477.pdf

Communications (City Council)

(June 4, 2013) E-mail from Beta Siebenmann (CC.Main.TE24.83.1)
(June 4, 2013) Petition from 114 persons submitted through an on line petition, headed "Designate University of Toronto Back Campus a 'Cultural Heritage Landscape' " (CC.Main.TE24.83.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37865.pdf
(June 5, 2013) E-mail from 46 persons submitted through an online form letter generator, headed "Toronto City Council: It's Time to Keep Back Campus Green!" (CC.Supp.TE24.83.3)
(June 7, 2013) E-mail from the Arts and Science Students' Union Executive, University of Toronto (CC.Supp.TE24.83.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37931.pdf
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Geoff Kettel, Chair, North York Community Preservation Panel (CC.Supp.TE24.83.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37932.pdf
(June 6, 2013) E-mail from Mark Hathaway (CC.Supp.TE24.83.6)
(June 7, 2013) E-mail from Judy Trites (CC.Supp.TE24.83.7)
(June 9, 2013) E-mail from Beth Jean Evans, Department of Political Science and School for the Environment, University of Toronto (CC.New.TE24.83.8)
(June 8, 2013) E-mail from Simon Appolloni (CC.New.TE24.83.9)
(June 8, 2013) Letter from Raivo Uukkivi, Cassels Brock Lawyers (CC.New.TE24.83.10)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37910.pdf
(June 8, 2013) E-mail from Tressanne Fernandes (CC.New.TE24.83.11)
(June 8, 2013) E-mail from Dennis F. Black (CC.New.TE24.83.12)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from David Le Roy (CC.New.TE24.83.13)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Suzanne Conklin Akbari, Professor of English and Medieval Studies, Alexander Leggatt, Professor of English, Emeritus, Paul Perron, Professor of French, Emeritus and John Marshall, Professor of Religion, University College, University of Toronto (CC.New.TE24.83.14)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-37914.pdf
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Paul L. Aird, Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Forestry, University of Toronto (CC.New.TE24.83.15)
(June 11, 2013) E-mail from Professor John Danahy, Co-Director, Centre for Landscape Research, John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design, University of Toronto (CC.New.TE24.83.16)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Anthony Belcher B. Arch. (Toronto), O.A.A. (CC.New.TE24.83.17)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Carolyn Wainman (CC.New.TE24.83.18)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Sean Michael Winslow, Doctoral Candidate, Centre for Midieval Studies, Collaborative Program in Book History and Print Culture, University of Toronto (CC.New.TE24.83.19)
(June 10, 2013) Letter from Ian Troop, CEO, Toronto 2015 Pan American and Parapan American Games, submitted by Councillor Mark Grimes, Ward 6 Etobicoke Lakeshore (CC.New.TE24.83.20)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38087.pdf
(June 6, 2013) Letter from Marcel Aubut, President, Canadian Olympic Committee, submitted by Councillor Mark Grimes, Ward 6, Etobicoke Lakeshore (CC.New.TE24.83.21)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38088.pdf
(June 7, 2013) Letter from Karen O'Neill, CEO, Canadian Paralympic Committee and Dr. Gaetan Tardif, President, Canadian Paralympic Committee, submitted by Councillor Mark Grimes, Ward 6, Etobicoke Lakeshore (CC.New.TE24.83.22)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38085.pdf
(June 11, 2013) Letter from The Rt. Hon. Adrienne Clarkson (CC.New.TE24.83.23)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38096.pdf
(June 11, 2013) E-mail from Peter Prangnell, Professor Emeritus of Architecture, University of Toronto (CC.New.TE24.83.24)
(June 11, 2013) E-mail from Ellen Tulchinsky (CC.New.TE24.83.25)
(June 11, 2013) E-mail from Brad Evoy, forwarding a submission from the Executive Committee of the University of Toronto Graduate Students' Union (CC.New.TE24.83.26)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38067.pdf
(June 11, 2013) Letter from Professor Elizabeth Littlejoin (CC.New.TE24.83.27)
(June 11, 2013) E-mail from Amy Agulay (CC.New.TE24.83.28)
(June 12, 2013) Letter from David Naylor, President, University of Toronto (CC.New.TE24.83.29)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38147.pdf
(June 12, 2013) E-mail from Janet Harrison (CC.New.TE24.83.30)
(June 12, 2013) E-mail from Susan Aaron (CC.New.TE24.83.31)
(June 12, 2013) E-mail from Amy Agulay (CC.New.TE24.83.32)
(June 12, 2013) Petition from Councillor Adam Vaughan, Ward 20 - Trinity-Spadina, containing names of approximately 5,200 persons, headed "Designate Back Campus as a Cultural Heritage Landscape" (CC.New.TE24.83.33)

TE24.84 - Request Attendance at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - Appeal of Committee of Adjustment Decision - 1000-1002 Bathurst Street

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
20 - Trinity-Spadina

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appear at the Ontario Municipal Board to support the decision of the Committee of Adjustment in refusing File No. A0799/12TEY with regards to 1000-1002 Bathurst Street. 

Origin

(May 13, 2013) Letter from Councillor Adam Vaughan, Ward 20, Trinity-Spadina

Summary

On March 27, 2013, the Committee of Adjustment heard and refused an application to demolish existing mixed-use buildings and to construct a new five-storey apartment building containing 14 units.

 

Residents expressed significant concerns about the proposed height and density of this project. The refusal was based on a proposed 3.29 GFA with a height of 16.93 m. There are also concerns about the internal configuration of the units. Furthermore, the result of the building's height and insufficient rear set back creates a lack of appropriate transition with the residential neighbourhood. As a result, these variances were not considered minor and do not conform to the intent of the Official Plan and appropriate zoning by-laws. Residents have voiced significant concern that if approved, this project will set a dangerous precedent for future development in the area.

 

The applicant appealed the Committee of Adjustment decision to the OMB on April 16, 2013. Case # PL130364 has been assigned but no hearing has been scheduled for this case yet.

Background Information (Community Council)

(May 13, 2013) Letter from Councillor Adam Vaughan - Request Attendance at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - Appeal of Committee of Adjustment Decision - 1000-1002 Bathurst Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58357.pdf
Attachment - Request Attendance at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - Appeal of Committee of Adjustment Decision - 1000-1002 Bathurst Street
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58358.pdf

TE24.85 - Toronto East General Hospital - 825 Coxwell Avenue - Amendments to Timing of Certain Required Studies Relating to the Site Plan Approval of Phase 1 of the Hospital Redevelopment

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
31 - Beaches-East York

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

A.        City Council amend Recommendations 5, 6 and 7 contained in Item TE8.8 - Final Report 825 Coxwell Avenue - Zoning Amendment Application, adopted by City Council at its meeting of July 12, 13 and 14, 2011 to read as follows:

 

5.         Prior to the issuance of any above or below grade building permits for Phase 1, with the exception of the early works site preparation, City Council require the owner to submit a Heritage Interpretation and Conservation Plan, satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, that includes how the heritage elements applicable to Phase 1 pursuant to the Salvage and Preservation Plan are being integrated, conserved and interpreted, in Phase 1 of the development proposal.

 

6.         Prior to the issuance of any above or below grade building permits for Phase 1 of the development, with the exception of the early works site preparation, City Council require the owner to submit a Construction Management Plan satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

 

7.         Prior to the issuance of Site Plan of Approval, City Council require the owner to establish a Construction Liaison Committee which includes members of the local community, local Councillors and staff of the Municipal Licensing and Standards Investigation Unit.

 

B.        City Council add a new Recommendation 12, as follows:

 

12.       Prior to the issuance of Site Plan Approval, City Council require the owner to submit an 'Early Works' Construction Management Plan for demolition and site preparation for the Phase 1 development, satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and that the owner consult with the established Construction Liaison Committee prior to finalizing the Construction Management Plan.

Origin

(May 14, 2013) Letter from Councillor Janet Davis, Ward 31, Beaches-East York

Summary

At its meeting of July 12, 13 and 14, 2011, City Council amended the former Borough of East York Zoning By-law to permit the Phased redevelopment of Toronto East General Hospital.

 

At the time of approval, there were a number of conditions relating to additional Plans that needed to be submitted at certain points in the approval process.  Specifically, the conditions of approval required that a Heritage Interpretation and Conservation Plan and a Construction Management Plan be submitted for approval prior to the issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions (NOAC) for Site Plan Approval, that a Construction Liaison Committee be established prior to the issuance of any above or below grade building permit and that prior to submitting the Construction Management Plan for Phase 1 that the owner consult with the Construction Liaison committee.

The Hospital is currently in the process of hiring the team of professionals that will be doing the building permit drawings and the building construction, amongst others.

 

As such, the requested studies are premature at this time and they would be appropriately prepared by the team who will be undertaking the construction.

Nonetheless, the Hospital would like to move forward with the issuance of the NOAC and ultimately Site Plan Approval as this is an important milestone for the redevelopment plan.

 

As such, the hospital has requested that the Heritage Interpretation and Conservation Plan and the Construction Management Plan be Site Plan Approval conditions and that they be required prior to any above or below grade permit being issued for the construction of Phase 1 of the hospital redevelopment, and that as a condition of the NOAC that the Hospital undertake an 'Early Works' Construction Management Plan for the preliminary demolitions\and site preparation that are required on the site to facilitate the construction of the Phase 1 development.

Background Information (Community Council)

(May 14, 2013) Letter from Councillor Janet Davis - Toronto East General Hospital - 825 Coxwell Avenue - Amendments to Timing of Certain Required Studies Relating to the Site Plan Approval of Phase 1 of the Hospital Redevelopment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58365.pdf
Attachment - TE8.8 - Final Report - 825 Coxwell Avenue - Zoning Amendment Application
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58400.pdf

TE24.86 - 2013 Toronto Honda Indy - Taxi Stand

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
19 - Trinity-Spadina

Community Council Recommendations

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the installation of a temporary taxi cab stand in the eastbound curb lane of Lake Shore Boulevard West, from a point 30 metres east of Strachan Avenue to a point 30 metres west of Fort York Boulevard, from July 12 to 14, 2013, inclusive, and extended to include July 15, 2013, if necessary.

Origin

(May 14, 2013) Letter from Councillor Mike Layton, Ward 19, Trinity-Spadina

Summary

City of Toronto Council, at its meeting held on May 8 and 9, 2012, adopted Toronto and East York Community Council Item 15.27 entitled "Operation of the 2012 to 2014 Honda Indy Toronto Race at Exhibition Place" (Ward 19) and, in so doing approved the installation of a temporary taxi cab stand on Lake Shore Boulevard West from July 6 to 9, 2012.  There was no provision for this taxi stand during future Honda Indy Races, likely because the dates were unknown at the time.  This year's Honda Indy Toronto Race will be held from July 12 to 14, 2013 and extended to July 15 if necessary.  In order to implement the temporary taxi stand on Lake Shore Boulevard West during the 2013 Honda Indy Toronto Race, a motion is required.

Background Information (Community Council)

(May 14, 2013) Letter from Councillor Mike Layton - 2013 Toronto Honda Indy - Taxi Stand
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-58378.pdf

New Business - Meeting 36

CC36.1 - Report on a Prosecution for Breach of the Lobbying By-law

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Origin

(May 30, 2013) Report from the Lobbyist Registrar

Recommendations

The Lobbyist Registrar recommends that:

 

1.         City Council receive this report for information.

Summary

On April 17, 2013, a corporate lobbyist pleaded guilty in the Ontario Court of Justice to the provincial offence that the corporation, on January 12, 2012, being a lobbyist, illegally communicated in relation to a procurement process when not permitted to do so.  This was a breach of § 140-41A of the Lobbying By-law.  A breach of the Lobbying By-law is a provincial offence.  The court imposed a fine of $750.00.  This is the first time the City has obtained a conviction under the Provincial Offences Act for breach of the Lobbying By-law.  The prosecution was commenced by the Office of the Lobbyist Registrar (OLR) and conducted by the City’s Legal Services Division, Prosecutions.

Background Information

(May 30, 2013) Report from the Lobbyist Registrar on a Prosecution for Breach of the Lobbying By-law (CC36.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59102.pdf

CC36.2 - 51 Drewry Avenue, 8-28 Inez Court - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment - Ontario Municipal Board Appeal

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
23 - Willowdale

Origin

(May 30, 2013) Report from the City Solicitor

Recommendations

The City Solicitor recommends that:

 

1.         City Council provide further direction to the City Solicitor regarding the City’s position for the upcoming hearing.

Summary

This report concerns an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) to amend the City’s Official Plan and Zoning By-law with respect to 51 Drewry Avenue and 8-28 Inez Court.  The proposed development includes a portion of Inez Court notwithstanding that City Council has determined not to sell that portion of Inez Court.

 

On March 15, 2013, the OMB refused the City’s motion to dismiss the appeal of the applications as they relate to the portion of the City’s road.  At a pre-hearing on May 15, 2013, the OMB set January 13, 2014, as the commencement date for a six day hearing.  The City Solicitor requires direction from City Council.

Background Information

(May 30, 2013) Report from the City Solicitor on 51 Drewry Avenue, 8-28 Inez Court - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment - Ontario Municipal Board Appeal (CC36.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59148.pdf

CC36.3 - 2013/2014 Student Nutrition Program Service Subsidies

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Origin

(May 30, 2013) Report from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer and the Medical Officer of Health

Recommendations

The Deputy City Manager, Chief Financial Officer and the Medical Officer of Health recommends that:

 

1.         City Council grant authority to the Medical Officer of Health to enter into agreements totalling $5,300,380 with the Angel Foundation for Learning ($1,111,587) and the Toronto Foundation for Student Success ($4,188,793) to administer the 2013 approved municipal funding to eligible student nutrition programs across the City of Toronto.

 

2.         City Council grant authority to the Medical Officer of Health to take the necessary action to give effect to Recommendation 1, including the execution of legal agreements with the Angel Foundation for Learning and the Toronto Foundation for Student Success on behalf of the City.

 

3.         City Council direct the Board of Health to forward this report for information to the Ontario Minister of Children and Youth Services, the Ontario Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, the Toronto District School Board, the Toronto Catholic District School Board, le Conseil scolaire Viamonde, and le Conseil scolaire de district catholique Centre-Sud.

Summary

This report outlines the recommendations of the Toronto Partners for Student Nutrition (TPSN) Steering Committee regarding the 2013/2014 Student Nutrition Program service subsidy allocations.  The proposed combined allocations from the 2013 Approved Toronto Public Health Operating Budget to the Angel Foundation for Learning and the Toronto Foundation for Student Success total $5,300,380 including $50,472 held in reserve for appeals/late applications.

Background Information

(May 30, 2013) Report from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer and the Medical Officer of Health on the 2013/2014 Student Nutrition Program Service Subsidies (CC36.3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59149.pdf

CC36.4 - Proposed Settlement of the Reimbursement of a Compliance Audit Payment related to the 2006 Election

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Confidential Attachment - This report is about litigation or potential litigation, that affects the City or one of its agencies, boards, and commissions and is subject to solicitor-client privilege.

Origin

(June 4, 2013) Report from the City Solicitor

Recommendations

The City Solicitor recommends that:

 

1.         Council adopt the recommendations set out in the confidential attachment;

 

2.         Council authorize the release of the confidential recommendations upon adoption; and

 

3.         Council authorize the release of the confidential Minutes of Settlement in Appendix 1 except for the quantum of the repayment in accordance with paragraph 8 of the Minutes of Settlement once they have been signed and the balance of the confidential attachment 1 remain confidential in its entirety due to litigation privilege.

Summary

At its meeting of February 7 and 8, 2011, City Council considered the City Solicitor's report on the Court of Appeal Decision on Payment of Legal Expenses for Compliance Audits.  Council adopted the recommendations of external counsel to seek recovery from Giorgio Mammoliti and Adrian Heaps providing a reasonable indulgence of two years for them to comply.

 

Negotiations with Mr. Heaps have resulted in a proposed settlement which requires Council approval.

Background Information

(June 7, 2013) Report from City Solicitor on Proposed Settlement of the Reimbursement of a Compliance Audit Payment related to the 2006 Election (CC36.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59447.pdf
Confidential Attachment 1
Confidential Appendix 1 - Minutes of Settlement - made public with redaction on August 1, 2013.
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59449.pdf
(June 4, 2013) Report from the City Solicitor on the Proposed Settlement of the Reimbursement of a Compliance Audit Payment - Notice of Pending Report (CC36.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59210.pdf

CC36.5 - Housing at Risk: An Investigation into the Toronto Community Housing Corporation's Eviction of Seniors on the Basis of Rental Arrears

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
Will be considered as the 1st item on Thursday June 13

Communication CC36.5.1 has been submitted on this item

Origin

(June 4, 2013) Report from the Ombudsman

Recommendations

The Ombudsman recommends that:

 

1.         City Council adopts the recommendations contained in this investigation report.

Summary

In accordance with section 170(2) of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 (COTA), I am providing the attached report which represents a concluded investigation into the TCHC’s eviction of seniors on the basis of rental arrears.

Background Information

(June 4, 2013) Covering Report from the Ombudsman submitting an Investigation Report on the Toronto Community Housing Corporation's Eviction of Seniors on the Basis of Rent Arrears (CC36.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59200.pdf
(June 4, 2013) Investigation Report from the Ombudsman on the Toronto Community Housing Corporation’s Eviction of Seniors on the Basis of Rental Arrears
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59201.pdf

Communications

(June 10, 2013) Letter from Councillor Paula Fletcher, Ward 30, Toronto-Danforth (CC.New.CC36.5.1)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/comm/communicationfile-38150.pdf

CC36.6 - External Auditor’s Reports for the Integrity Commissioner, Lobbyist Registrar and Ombudsman

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Origin

(June 4, 2013) Report from Mayor Rob Ford

Summary

I am transmitting to City Council the external auditor’s reports for the Integrity Commissioner, Lobbyist Registrar and Ombudsman for the year ended December 31, 2012.

 

The Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 3 (“Accountability Officers”), requires that the City’s Accountability Officers undergo an annual audit by an external auditor, a practice that began with the Auditor General.

 

As directed by City Council, the City Manager facilitated the request for proposal process and retained Hilborn Ellis Grant LLP to undertake this work.

 

The external auditors have completed their review and enclosed are their results for your information.

 

Mr. Blair MacKenzie from Hilborn Ellis Grant LLP will be available at City Council to answer questions about the audit process.

 

The City Manager will be available to answer questions about the request for proposal process.

 

Background Information

(June 4, 2013) Transmittal from Mayor Rob Ford, forwarding the External Auditor’s 2012 Reports for the Integrity Commissioner, Lobbyist Registrar and Ombudsman (CC36.6)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59203.pdf
(May 10, 2013) External Auditor’s Report on the Integrity Commissioner’s Office for the year ended December 31, 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59204.pdf
(May 10, 2013) External Auditor’s Report on the Lobbyist Registrar’s Office for the year ended December 31, 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59205.pdf
(May 10, 2013) External Auditor’s Report on the Ombudsman’s Office for the year ended December 31, 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59206.pdf

CC36.7 - Composition of the Board of Directors of Build Toronto

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Origin

(June 3, 2013) Report from the City Manager

Recommendations

The City Manager recommends that:

 

1.         City Council treat the part of the Council meeting related to this report as a special meeting of the sole shareholder of Build Toronto Inc.

2.         City Council, acting as the sole shareholder of Build Toronto Inc., remove the General Manager of Economic Development and Culture and Chief Corporate Officer positions from the Build Toronto Inc. Board of Directors so that the number of directors shall be eleven.

3.         City Council authorizes the City Manager to amend the Public Appointments Policy and execute a revised Shareholder Direction to Build Toronto Inc. to reflect recommendations in this report approved by City Council.

Summary

The Build Toronto Board of Directors currently consists of thirteen members, including two City staff: the General Manager of Economic, Development and Culture and the Chief Corporate Officer.  Staff were appointed to the Board on an interim basis to provide linkages between the City’s strategic direction and Build Toronto operations.

 

With four years of operational experience, Build Toronto no longer requires City staff as Board members to promote alignment with City priorities.  Further, mechanisms external to Build Toronto such as the City’s economic development strategy and a new process governing property transfers to Build Toronto have been put in place to ensure City strategic priorities inform Build Toronto activities.  As a result, this report recommends removing City staff positions from the Board, and reducing the Board size to eleven members.  All other Board positions will remain the same.

 

This report is directly before Council to ensure Council considers recommended changes to the Board structure at the same meeting as it considers appointments for citizen members to the Board at the start of its new term.

Background Information

(June 3, 2013) Report from the City Manager on Composition of the Board of Directors of Build Toronto (CC36.7)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59242.pdf

CC36.8 - Appointment of Citizens to the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc.

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Confidential Attachment - Personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc.

Origin

(June 3, 2013) Report from Mayor Rob Ford

Recommendations

The Corporation Nominating Panel recommends that:

 

1.         City Council appoint the individuals listed in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report to serve at the pleasure of Council as members of the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc., including one individual to serve as Chair of the Board of Directors, effective June 24, 2013, for a term ending June 23, 2015, with a renewal term of two years, or until a successor is appointed.

 

2.         City Council waive the Public Appointments Policy residency requirement for membership for the one individual listed in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report to permit service on the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc. according to the terms in Recommendation 1.

 

3.         City Council identify the individuals named in Confidential Attachment 2 as alternate members of the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc. so that in the event there is a citizen vacancy on the Board during the term they may be approached to determine their continued interest and availability for the Board and be considered by Council for appointment at that time.

 

4.         Confidential Attachment 1 be made public following City Council’s approval and after the individuals named therein have been notified of Council's decision by staff in the City Clerk’s Office.

 

5.         The contents of Confidential Attachment 2 to this report be kept in their entirety confidential after consideration of this report by Council.

Summary

The Mayor has transmitted and recommended adoption of the report from the Chair of the Corporation Nominating Panel containing the Panel’s recommendations for the appointment of citizens to the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc. and the identification of alternate members to be considered for appointment by City Council in the event of future vacancies on this Board.

 

The Public Appointments Policy adopted by Council in September, 2006 and amended on April 12, 2011 (Item EX4.7) provides that a Corporation Nominating Panel be appointed by the Mayor to identify, recruit and recommend candidates to be considered by Council for the Boards of Directors of City-owned and partnered corporations.

 

The Panel was composed of Councillor Nunziata (Chair) and Councillors Crisanti and Ford. The Panel considered a total of 228 applications submitted in response to print and online media advertising and interviewed 21 candidates. The Panel has recommended the appointment of seven persons to the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc., one of whom is recommended to serve as Chair of the Board,  and the identification of two alternate citizen Board members who may be considered for appointment in the event of future vacancies on this Board.

Background Information

(June 3, 2013) Transmittal from Mayor Rob Ford on the Appointment of Citizen Members to the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc. (CC36.8)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59195.pdf
(June 3, 2013) Report from the Chair, Corporation Nominating Panel on the Appointment of Citizens to the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc.
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-59196.pdf
Confidential Attachment 1: Recommended Citizen Appointments to the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc.
Confidential Attachment 2: Recommended Alternate Citizen Members of the Board of Directors of Build Toronto Inc.

Member Motions - Meeting 36

MM36.1 - City Involvement in Possible Future Expansion of Stouffville GO Line - by Councillor Chin Lee, seconded by Councillor Michelle Berardinetti

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Communications MM36.1.1 and MM36.1.2 have been submitted on this Item

Recommendations

Councillor Chin Lee, seconded by Councillor Michelle Berardinetti, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Manager, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Transit Commission, to co-ordinate with Metrolinx on the possible future expansion of the Stouffville GO line to ensure the transit interests of the City of Toronto are duly represented.

Summary

In November 2012, Metrolinx announced that it had selected expansion of GO’s Stouffville line as a priority for future transit improvement.  As part of this project, GO Transit is undertaking a Class Environmental Assessment (EA) and Preliminary Design for the Stouffville railway corridor from just south of Kennedy GO Station in Toronto to Unionville GO Station in Markham. 

 

With this GO line, the addition of two stations, one at Main Street connected to the Main Station (just to the north) and another station at Cherry Street will provide greater potential to develop the lands bordering this line.  In addition to increasing potential for the Portlands, it will also provide rapid transit faster than subways in the north/south direction (see attachments).

 

This study is starting in the very near future.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.1)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.1
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-58521.pdf
(March 27, 2013) Communication from Elise Croll, Director, Programs and Assessments, GO - A Division of Metrolinx on the GO Transit Stouffville Railway Corridor Expansion Class Environmental Assessment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-58522.pdf
Notice of Study Commencement on Stouffville Railway Corridor Expansion
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-58523.pdf

Communications

(June 6, 2013) E-mail from Sharon Yetman (MM.Supp.MM36.1.1)
(June 10, 2013) E-mail from Sharon Yetman (MM.New.MM36.1.2)

MM36.2 - 159 Wellesley Street East - Zoning Amendment Application - by Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, seconded by Councillor Mary-Margaret McMahon

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to a re-opening of Item TE22.2. A two-thirds vote is required to re-open the Item.
* If re-opened, the previous Council decision remains in force unless Council decides otherwise.

Bill 841 has been submitted on this Item.

Recommendations

Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, seconded by Councillor Mary-Margaret McMahon, recommends that: 

 

1.         City Council adopt the following amendments to TE22.2:

 

a.         Part 3a. be revised to provide as follows:

 

"The community benefits to be provided by the owner and secured in the Section 37 agreement are as follows, with the proviso that any required payment of funds shall be paid prior to the first above-grade building permit for the development."

 

b.         Part 3a. be revised by adding a new subsection 3a.vi. to provide as follows:

 

"The owner shall provide $200,000 for the provision of bike-share facilities at a location that is proximate to the lot as determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the ward councillor, provided that the selection of this location by the City shall not constrain other aspects of site plan approval for the development."

 

c.         The draft Zoning By-law appended to the Final Report of the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District dated February 6, 2013, as amended by Item TE22.2, be further amended to delete proposed Parking and Loading Performance Standard 1 and to replace it with the following Parking and Loading Performance Standard 1:

 

"a minimum of 77 resident parking spaces shall be provided on the lot".

 

d.         The draft Zoning By-law appended to the Final Report of the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District dated February 6, 2013, as amended by Item TE22.2, be further amended to delete proposed Parking and Loading Performance Standard 2(a) and to replace it with the following Parking and Loading Performance Standard 2(a):

 

"An additional 50 resident parking spaces shall be provided off-site by means of a lease arrangement in relation to the premises at 155 Wellesley Street East or elsewhere at a property any part of which is located within 60 metres of the lot, provided such premises remain in compliance with the parking space requirements of Zoning By-law 438-86, as amended.”

e.         Part 6 be deleted, and Part 3a. be amended by adding a new subsection 3a.vii. to provide as follows:

 

"As a legal convenience to support the development, the Section 37 agreement shall require that prior to the registration of all or a portion of a condominium on the lot, the owner shall convey to the City a strip of land, being approximately 0.85m in width, along the south side of Wellesley Street East for the full extent of the lot, to a depth of approximately 1.2 metres below finished ground level, for public road widening purposes in full satisfaction of all Official Plan requirements therefor.  The lands shall be free and clear of encumbrances, save and except for utility poles.  Such lands shall be subject to a right-of-way for access purposes in favour of the owner until such time as the land has been dedicated for public highway purposes.  Any remaining terms of the conveyance, including any environmental considerations, will be considered in and through the process of site plan approval."

 

2.         City Council determine that the revisions made to the proposed zoning by-law are minor in nature and, pursuant to subsection 34(17) of the Planning Act, no further public notice is required in respect of such revisions.

Summary

On March 21, 2013, Council adopted Item TE22.2 and thereby approved a zoning amendment to permit the development of a 35-story condominium tower, including a four-storey base at the above address.

 

Ongoing review by the applicant of the development proposal's technical considerations has generated this Motion seeking revisions to reduce the performance standards for vehicle and for bicycle parking arrangements.

 

In addition, this Motion clarifies the intention that, as a legal convenience to support the development, the agreement entered into under section 37 of the Planning Act reference the requirement for the conveyance of a strata title road widening prior to condominium approval.

 

This matter is deemed urgent as the proposed recommendations will have a significant impact for the developer and the City and will ensure the project will be able to continue as planned.  The applicant is currently in a due diligence period with a partner and requires Council approval for the Zoning By-law prior to the next meeting of City Council. 

 

REQUIRES RE-OPENING:

 

Toronto and East York Community Council Item TE22.2, headed "Final Report - 159 Wellesley Street East - Zoning Amendment Application" adopted by City Council on March 21, 2013.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.2)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.2
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-58524.pdf

MM36.3 - Staff Representation at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing for 51 Elmwood Avenue - by Councillor John Filion, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
23 - Willowdale
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the North York Community Council. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion relates to an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing and has been deemed urgent.

Recommendations

Councillor John Filion, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appeal the approval of the minor variances for 51 Elmwood Avenue and authorize City Planning staff to attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in opposition to the Committee of Adjustment’s approval of the minor variances with respect to the proposed lot coverage, proposed west side yard setback for a reversed corner lot and proposed one-storey extension west side yard setback to a reversed corner lot.

Summary

On May 23, 2013, the Committee of Adjustment North York Panel considered an application for Minor Variances submitted by the agent, on behalf of the owners, to permit the construction of a new two-storey dwelling at 51 Elmwood Avenue. City Planning Staff wrote a report requesting a reduction in the proposed lot coverage of 40.39 percent, and an increase in the proposed west side yard setback for a reversed corner lot of 1.23 m. and the proposed one storey extension west side yard setback to a reversed corner lot of 1.84 m.  In the opinion of City Planning Staff, these variances do not respect or reinforce the character of the neighbourhood.

 

At the hearing on May 23, 2013, the Committee approved the application, with the proposed lot coverage reduced to 35 percent. Although this is less than what was originally requested, it is still significantly more than both the 30 percent that the by-law permits, and the maximum of 32 percent previously approved by the Committee of Adjustment on numerous other applications.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.3)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.3
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-58942.pdf
Committee of Adjustment, North York Panel - Notice of Decision on application for Minor Variance/Permission for 51 Elmwood Avenue, Memorandum from Councillor John Filion, Ward 23, Willowdale, and report (May 14, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-58943.pdf

MM36.4 - Staff Representation at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing for 56 Kingsdale Avenue - by Councillor John Filion, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
23 - Willowdale
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the North York Community Council. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion relates to an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing and has been deemed urgent.

Recommendations

Councillor John Filion, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appeal the approval of the minor variances for 56 Kingsdale Avenue and authorize the City Solicitor to attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in opposition to the Committee of Adjustment's approval of the minor variance with respect to the finished first floor height.

Summary

On May 23, 2013, the Committee of Adjustment North York Panel considered an application for Minor Variances submitted by the agent, on behalf of the owner, to permit the construction of a new two-storey dwelling at 56 Kingsdale Avenue. The application included a proposed finished first floor height of 2.60 m. Based on the front elevations provided by the applicant, this variance would require 14 steps from the driveway to the front entrance of the home.

 

At the hearing on May 23, 2013, the Committee approved the application, with the proposed finished first floor height reduced to 2.50 m. Although this is less than what was originally requested, this variance would still require at least 13 steps from the driveway to the front entrance of the home, significantly more than the 4 to 6 steps typically seen in the neighbourhood.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.4)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.4
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59033.pdf
Committee of Adjustment, North York Panel - Notice of Decision on application for Minor Variance/Permission for 56 Kingsdale Avenue, Memorandum from Councillor John Filion, Ward 23, Willowdale, and Public Hearing Notice for Minor Variance/Permission for 56 Kingsdale Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59034.pdf

MM36.5 - Reallocation of Section 37 Funds, 310 and 320 Tweedsmuir Avenue, for Heritage Conservation District Study/Plan, School Playground Improvements, and a Public Art Project - by Councillor Joe Mihevc, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
21 - St. Paul's
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Joe Mihevc, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, to bring forward a zoning by-law amendment to the Toronto and East York Community Council, pertaining to 310, 320 Tweedsmuir Avenue, to amend the Section 37 provisions to authorize allocation of $25,000 for capital improvements to the playground at Holy Rosary Catholic (Elementary) School, and $150,000 for the public art project at Bathurst and Vaughan Road.

 

2.         City Council direct that a community meeting be held in the affected area and that notice for the statutory public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.

 

3.         City Council request the City Solicitor to prepare an amending Section 37 agreement to secure the amended Section 37 community benefits resulting from Recommendations 1 and 2, above, and that the amending agreement be executed prior to introduction of the Bill in Council.

Summary

The rezoning for the development at 310, 320 Tweedsmuir Avenue was approved by the Ontario Municipal Board on April 13, 2010, resulting in site-specific zoning By-law 533-2010(OMB).  Among other benefits, a cash contribution of $500,000 was secured, and has been received, for capital improvements and enhancements to Ben Nobleman Park, Wychwood Barns Park, Cedarvale Ravine, Cedarvale Park and Artscape Wychwood Barns.   Approximately $11,500 has been spent to date on the Wychwood Barns.

 

Other priorities have arisen in the area and $25,000 is needed for capital improvements to the playground at Holy Rosary Catholic (Elementary) School, and $150,000 for the public art project at Bathurst & Vaughan Road.
 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.5)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.5 (Revised)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59069.pdf

MM36.6 - Release of Section 37 Funds, 1030 King Street West, for Restoration and Renovation of Toronto Artscape's Shaw Street Centre (Artscape Youngplace), 180 Shaw Street - by Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Sarah Doucette

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
19 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Sarah Doucette, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council increase the approved 2013 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $450,000.00 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits from the development at 1030 King Street West, (source account XR3026-3700493), for the restoration and renovation of the Shaw Street Centre, 180 Shaw Street, now known as Artscape Youngplace.

 

2.         City Council forward the funding of $450,000.00 to Toronto Artscape upon the signing by Toronto Artscape of an Undertaking governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.

Summary

Artscape is a not-for-profit urban development organization that makes space for creativity and transforms communities.  Founded in 1986, it has stimulated the growth of some of Toronto’s most creative and vibrant neighbourhoods.  It is currently redeveloping the historic Shaw School, a century-old property at 180 Shaw Street, with a $ 15.7 million capital budget, slated to open in the fall of 2013.  Artscape Youngplace (so named after a major lead donor, the Michael Young Family Foundation) will bring together a dynamic mix of artists, designers, arts organizations, community groups and the public.  Managed by Artscape, the property will be registered as a commercial condominium after occupancy, with Artscape retaining the majority of the units, which have been leased to artists and not-for-profit groups.  The remaining units are being sold for use by artists, foundations and not-for-profit organizations. 

 

The scope of construction includes exterior masonry restoration, replacement of all windows with new thermal panes, new roof, new HVAC system, structural reinforcements to all interior walls and ceilings, lead and asbestos abatement, fire and life safety systems, new plumbing, electrical and mechanical infrastructure, demolition of some interior walls and installation of new interior partitions, installation of elevator and exterior ramp to make the entire property fully accessible.  The construction began in 2012 and is expected to be complete for occupancy by September 1, 2013.

 

Council has previously (April 12, 2011) budgeted $100,000 in Section 45 funds for this project through Motion MM7.2.  The $450,000 in Section 37 funds obtained in the development at 1030 King Street West was secured as part of a $1 million contribution for capital improvements to King-Liberty Village Pedestrian and Cycle link, restoration and renovation of Artscape’s Shaw Street Centre, and renovations for College-Montrose Early Years Centre relocation to Shaw Street Centre, and which has been received by the City.  Artscape will sign an Undertaking governing the purpose of the funds and the financial reporting requirements before the funds are forwarded.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.6)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.6
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59070.pdf
(June 12, 2013) Fiscal Impact Statement from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59547.pdf

MM36.7 - Extension of deadline to withdraw appeal respecting 72 Wells Hill Avenue - by Councillor Joe Mihevc, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
21 - St. Paul's
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to a re-opening of Item TE23.22. A two-thirds vote is required to re-open the Item.
* If re-opened, the previous Council decision remains in force unless Council decides otherwise.

Recommendations

Councillor Joe Mihevc, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council delete the reference to “June 30, 2013” and replace it with the new date of “October 11, 2013” in Part 1a. of Item TE23.22.

Summary

City Council, at its meeting of May 7 to 10, 2013, considered Item TE23.22, regarding the alteration of a Designated Heritage Property at 72 Wells Hill Avenue.

 

City Council approved the proposed alterations to the heritage property at 72 Wells Hill Avenue, subject to conditions, including Part 1a. which read:

 

a.        Prior to June 30, 2013 the owner shall withdraw the appeal to the Conservation Review Board with respect to the City’s Intention to Designate the property at 72 Wells Hill Avenue, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services and the City Solicitor . . .”

 

It is recommended that the deadline of “June 30, 2013” be deleted and replaced with the new date of October 11, 2013.  This will allow for the consideration of a minor variance application to facilitate the proposal approved by City Council on May 7 to 10, 2013 prior to the withdrawal of the appeal to the Conservation Review Board.

 

Requires Re-opening:

 

Toronto and East York Community Council Item TE23.22, headed, “Alteration of a Designated Heritage Property at 72 Wells Hill Avenue” adopted by City Council on May 7, 8, 9 and 10, 2013, only as it relates to Part 1a.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.7)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.7
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-58983.pdf

MM36.8 - Request for Attendance at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - appeal of the Committee of Adjustment decision for 6 Smithfield Drive - by Councillor Peter Milczyn, seconded by Councillor Denzil Minnan-Wong

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
5 - Etobicoke-Lakeshore
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Etobicoke York Community Council. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion relates to an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing and has been deemed urgent.

Recommendations

Councillor Peter Milczyn, seconded by Councillor Denzil Minnan-Wong, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Solicitor to appeal to the Committee of Adjustment decision granting variances for 6 Smithfield Drive (A210/13EYK).

 

2.         City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Ontario Municipal Board to oppose the variances sought for 6 Smithfield Drive and authorize the City Solicitor to retain an outside planning consultant as necessary.

Summary

On Thursday, May 23, 2013 an application for minor variances for 6 Smithfield Drive (A210/13EYK) was approved subject to certain conditions by the Etobicoke York Committee of Adjustment. The applicant sought four (4) variances in order to construct a new detached dwelling with an integral garage.  The variances were for coverage, dwelling depth, floor space index and use. The land is currently a parking lot. In 1967 this property was converted from R2 to Limited Commercial (CL).  The bylaw permits automobile parking and landscaping.

 

Planning Staff's report to The Committee of Adjustment recommended that the application be deferred sine die, in order for the applicant to revise the plans to be more in accordance with the Etobicoke Zoning Code. The report suggests that the proposed Floor Space Index would not be in keeping with the character of the homes in the area.

 

There are objections to the proposal from the adjacent residential property owner to the north, and the commercial owner to the south of this site. There are concerns regarding the impact this proposal would have on the access to, and use, of the adjacent property at 172 The Queensway, as well as the existing commercial parking needs in this area.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.8)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.8 (Revised)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59151.pdf
Memorandum from Councillor Peter Milczyn, Etobicoke-Lakeshore, Ward 5
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59152.pdf
Revised report from Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District regarding the Committee of Adjustment application for 6 Smithfield Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59153.pdf
Committee of Adjustment, Etobicoke York Panel - Notice of Decision on application for Minor Variance/Permission for 6 Smithfield Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59154.pdf

MM36.9 - Honouring former Toronto MP Lynn McDonald by Recognizing the 25th Anniversary of Bill C-204, the Non-Smokers' Health Act - by Councillor Adam Vaughan, seconded by Councillor Mike Layton

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Adam Vaughan, seconded by Councillor Mike Layton, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council convey its congratulations to former MP Lynn McDonald, as well as the health activists and experts who were involved in supporting Bill C-204, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Non-Smokers' Health Act.

Summary

Bill C-204, and the government's Bill C-51, turned 25 on May 31, 2013, on the World Health Organization's 'World No Tobacco Day'.

 

This historic legislation made Canada a world leader in tobacco control, improved the health of millions of Canadians, and showed that co-operation across party lines, through a Private Member's Bill, could be effective.

 

Introduced by Toronto MP Lynn McDonald, Bill C-204 was given first reading on October 6, 1986. The act proposed to limit smoking in federally regulated workplaces, as well as on planes, trains and boats. It also placed greater regulations on the advertising and sale of tobacco.

 

Debate was strung out for several months according to the rules of Private Members' business. On May 20, 1987, Bill C-204 survived second reading, and was approved on May 31, 1988 after protracted committee hearings, by a vote of 77 to 58. Bill C-204 was given Senate approval and royal assent on June 18, 1988.

 

This legislation was a significant public health initiative that required considerable cross-party support in order to be approved. Thanks to the popular support for Bill C-204, the government gave up its opposition after the Bill was approved and brought in housekeeping amendments agreed to by all parties to bring the Act into force.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM 36.9)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.9
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59171.pdf

MM36.10 - Liquor Licence - 153 Roncesvalles Avenue - Kami Sushi - by Councillor Gord Perks, seconded by Councillor Adam Vaughan

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
14 - Parkdale-High Park
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Toronto and East York Community Council. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion relates to an Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario Hearing and has been deemed urgent.

Recommendations

Councillor Gord Perks, seconded by Councillor Adam Vaughan, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) that the issuance of a liquor licence for Kami Sushi, 153 Roncesvalles Avenue, is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents unless conditions are placed on the licence and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application.

 

2.         City Council request the Licence Appeal Tribunal ("LAT") to provide the City of Toronto with an opportunity to participate in any proceedings with respect to the Premises.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor and  to attend all proceedings before the LAT in this matter and direct the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions so as to give effect to this Motion, including adding conditions to any liquor licence issued for the Premises.

 

Summary

An application has been submitted to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for a liquor licence at the premises at 153 Roncesvalles Avenue to operate under the name of Kami Sushi. This Motion requests that City Council advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) that this application for a liquor licence is not in the public interest unless certain conditions, addressing the concerns of the community, are attached to the licence.

  

This establishment is located in close proximity to residential units. There are concerns in the community that an establishment with a liquor licence can cause noise and disturbance to residents in the area. If conditions are put in place, these concerns may be mitigated. Under no circumstance should the establishment be granted a liquor sales licence without conditions attached.

 

Urgent consideration is being requested as the AGCO deadline for responses to this application is June 18, 2013.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.10) 

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.10
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59175.pdf

MM36.11 - Aboriginal Employment Strategy - by Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Michael Thompson

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Michael Thompson, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the Executive Director, Human Resources Division, in consultation with the Director, Equity Diversity and Human Rights to prepare, for Council's first meeting of 2014, an Aboriginal Employment Strategy with the purpose of ensuring more Aboriginal people are employed at the City of Toronto and that the increase mirrors the distribution of Aboriginal people in the population of the City of Toronto based on the best available data in the 2011 Toronto Aboriginal Research Project report.  The plan should include very clear steps and timelines to achieve this goal, developed in consultation with the Aboriginal Affairs Committee.

Summary

The City of Toronto is made stronger by its employees respecting and reflecting our motto "Diversity our Strength".  We must strive to ensure we have an equitable workforce. Nowhere is this more important than ensuring that Aboriginal people living in Toronto are represented in our workforce.

 

Toronto City Council has made a strong commitment to ensuring employment opportunities are available to Aboriginal people, in an effort to increase representation at all occupation levels.

 

The Statement of Commitment to Aboriginal Communities in Toronto adopted by council in July 2010 includes "That the City of Toronto commits to implement employment practices that ensure that opportunities for employment are accessible to Aboriginal people and increase the number of Aboriginal employees at all occupation levels."

 

We must put action to our commitment.

 

According to the Toronto Aboriginal Research Project (TARP), the Aboriginal population in the GTA is up 33 percent since 2001 to 31,900 according to Statistics Canada. Agencies supporting Aboriginal people living in Toronto estimate the total population of Aboriginal people living in Toronto to be closer to 70,000.  This is the largest concentration of Aboriginal people in any urban centre in Ontario. The unemployment rate amongst Aboriginal people of working age was almost double the non-aboriginal population in the TARP report.

 

Toronto's recent workforce survey did not provide adequate data on the number of Aboriginal people employed by the City of Toronto, but anecdotal and observational evidence suggests the number is very low. More clarity is needed to ensure we can track our progress and achieve our commitment of employing more Aboriginal people in the City of Toronto.

 

The City of Toronto needs to develop a strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal people it employs, while developing a strategy to quantify our progress to this end.

 

The strategy should include, but not be limited to, the following components:

 

           Strong values and principles;

           Consultation with the Aboriginal Affairs committee and relevant stakeholders (ie. divisions and unions);

           Creating linkages with stakeholders and Aboriginal community;

           Practices and recommendations for human resources practices in Agencies, Boards and Commissions;

           Identifying skills of the community and needs of the employer;

           Realistic objectives and timelines;

           Identification of barriers;

           A defined relationship with Miziwe Biik, Aboriginal Employment and Training Reporting by Human Resources on progress on an annual basis; and,

           A report back to Council by January 2014.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.11)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.11
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59174.pdf

MM36.12 - Encroachment over Public Lane - 984, 990 and 1000 Bay Street - by Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, seconded by Councillor Mike Layton

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to a re-opening of MM30.29. A two thirds vote is required to re-open this Item.
* If re-opened, the previous Council decision remains in force unless Council decides otherwise.

Recommendations

Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, seconded by Councillor Mike Layton, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council permit the encroachment of balconies at the north-east corner of the Existing Public Lane as generally set out in the attached sketch provided that the owner of the Subject Lands enters into an encroachment agreement satisfactory to the City.

 

2.         City Council authorize City staff to take all necessary action so as to give effect to this Motion.

Summary

At its meeting of February 20 and 21, 2013, City Council approved the proposed development at 984, 990 and 1000 Bay Street (“Subject Lands”). City Council also permitted the encroachment of balconies into a portion of the public lane that runs in a north-south direction on the west side of the Subject Lands (“Existing Public Lane”) that is to be widened pursuant to a conveyance of land by the owner (“Widened Public Lane”). Permission was also granted by City Council to allow the encroachment of balconies on land to be conveyed to the City which is referred to as a triangular corner splay (a space notched out of the proposed building to permit the more efficient turning movements of trucks)

http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-56322.pdf

http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-56321.pdf

 

Since that Council meeting, City staff has been advised that there are also encroachments of balconies on the Existing Public Lane. There are corners of some west-facing balconies that encroach in a westerly direction over the Existing Public Lane at its northern terminus. These encroachments are small - 0.1m 2 to 1.1m2 per balcony depending on floor level.

 

The purpose of this Motion is to permit the encroachments as shown in the attached sketch into the air space above the Existing Public Lane at the north-east corner thereof.

 

REQUIRES RE-OPENING:

 

Member Motion MM30.29, headed "OMB Hearing – 984, 990 and 1000 Bay Street Rezoning and Site Plan", adopted by City Council on February 20 and 21, 2013, only as it relates to an encroachment over a public lane.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.12)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.12
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59199.pdf
Attachment to Member Motion MM36.12 - Sketch
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59202.pdf

MM36.13 - Release of Section 37 Funds, 103 - 111 Bathurst Street, for Capital Improvements to Factory Theatre, 125 Bathurst Street - by Councillor Adam Vaughan, seconded by Councillor Mike Layton

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
20 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Adam Vaughan, seconded by Councillor Mike Layton, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council increase the approved 2013 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $50,000.00 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 funds received from the development at 103-111 Bathurst Street, (source account 220096), to be forwarded to Factory Theatre, for the purposes of capital improvements to the Factory Theatre building at 125 Bathurst Street.

 

2.         City Council direct that the funds be forwarded to Factory Theatre upon the signing by Factory Theatre of an Undertaking governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.

Summary

The City of Toronto has received a Section 37 payment of $50,000 from the development at 103-111 Bathurst Street for the purposes of capital improvements to Factory Theatre.  The development, including the Section 37 benefits of which this payment was one component, was approved by the Ontario Municipal Board in May, 2013. 

 

Factory Theatre is a non-profit theatre company housed at 125 Bathurst Street in a heritage building containing two theatres, neither of which is accessible.  The objectives of the capital improvements are to provide full accessibility to both theatres as well as improved facilities for the artists.  The total cost of the Phase 1 renovations is $853,950.  Factory Theatre is raising $491,950 for this renovation project, including this $50,000 in Section 37 funds, and the Ontario Trillium Foundation is providing a grant of $362,000.  Phase 1 of the capital improvements is set to begin June 1, 2013 and be completed by October 31, 2013, in time for the November opening.  Phase 1 includes improvements to the lobby, consolidation of the box office at grade and new entrances to both the main and studio theatres, with an entrance from the courtyard, an elevator to the main stage level, and renovated, accessible washrooms at the main stage level.

 

Phase 2 of the project is hoped for in future and will include renovations to the studio theatre including new washrooms, an accessible washroom, bar area, and backstage improvements including green room/dressing rooms, but is not funded at this point in time.

 

Factory Theatre has received approval for the alterations under Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act.  The $50,000 will be forwarded to Factory Theatre once an Undertaking is signed governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.13)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.13
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59207.pdf
(June 11, 2013) Fiscal Impact Statement from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59542.pdf

MM36.14 - Support for Private Member's Bill C-322 "An Act to amend the Health of Animals Act and the Meat Inspection Act (slaughter of horses for human consumption)" - by Councillor Michelle Berardinetti, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Michelle Berardinetti, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Manager to convey to the Government of Canada its support for Private Member's Bill C-322, "An Act to amend the Health of Animals Act and the Meat Inspection Act (slaughter of horses for human consumption)," which prohibits the importation or export of horses into or from Canada for the purpose of slaughter or human consumption.

 

2.         City Council, in view of the financial support provided to the horse racing industry through the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Commission as well as other means of support, call upon the Government of Ontario to prohibit the sale, movement and shipment of horses in Ontario for the purpose of slaughter and that this ban extend to the movement of horses from Ontario to other jurisdictions for this purpose.

 

3.         City Council call upon the Government of Ontario, should it fail to prohibit the sale, movement and shipment of horses in Ontario for the purpose of slaughter including the movement of horses from Ontario to other jurisdictions for this purpose, to establish a fund to cover all costs associated with the euthanasia of horses in the Province of Ontario.

 

4.         City Council call upon the Government of Ontario to prohibit race horse owners from participating in the horse racing industry in Ontario if they participate in the sale, movement and shipment of horses in Ontario for the purpose of slaughter including the movement of horses from Ontario to other jurisdictions for this purpose.

Summary

There is no effective means of determining whether or not a horse sent to slaughter has received dangerous or prohibited substances. There is little or no information transferred with a horse when it is sold with respect to the substances a horse may have received during the period of its lifetime. This presents difficulty with respect to the security and safety of the food chain.

 

It is widely known that horses are often given substances which can be harmful to humans. Many horse owners do not envision that their horses will be at some point sold for slaughter and then used for human consumption.  As a result, they may give their horse's medications, antibiotics, ointments, etc. and other substances not intended to enter the human food chain. These substances can and often do remain within a horse's body for long periods of time.

 

Many legislators in various other jurisdictions have called for a ban on horse slaughter and horse meat for human consumption recognizing that we have a responsibility to protect horses which are generally considered to be intelligent and sensitive animals.  Horses have historically within North American culture been companions to human beings and have occupied a significant place in our culture.

 

To both protect the human food chain and in recognition of the role horses have and do occupy in our society their sale for slaughter and human consumption should be banned.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as Member Motion MM36.14)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.14
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59216.pdf

MM36.15 - Requesting the Province to create an Angel Cradles program - by Councillor Michelle Berardinetti, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Communication MM36.15.1 has been submitted on this Item.

Recommendations

Councillor Michelle Berardinetti, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Manager to work with the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, in conjunction with the City's Public Health Department, to create a program within a public hospital facility in Toronto which would facilitate the acceptance of newborns that would otherwise be unsafely abandoned because the mother feels that she has no other option and where the child is immediately taken into the care of the appropriate child welfare agency.  The program would be based upon the "Angel Cradles" program that has recently been initiated in a public hospital in the City of Edmonton, Alberta.  The Angel Cradles program offers an alternative to unsafe abandonment.

Summary

There is a clear need for a safe haven drop off facility for babies within the City of Toronto.  In the Cities of Edmonton and Vancouver, hospital facilities have been designated to receive babies anonymously. In establishing such a facility within the City of Toronto, there would be the creation of a safe, anonymous and effective alternative for mothers who have delivered a child but who are unable to care for the baby.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as Member Motion MM36.15)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.15
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59219.pdf

Communications

(June 11, 2013) E-mail from Rick Wong (MM.New.MM36.15.1)

MM36.16 - Liquor Licence - 667 King Street West - Encore Supper Lounge - AGCO File No. 816104 - by Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Ana Bailão

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
19 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Toronto and East York Community Council. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion relates to an Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario Hearing and has been deemed urgent.

Recommendations

Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Ana Bailão, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) that the liquor licence application for Encore Supper Lounge, 667 King Street West (the “Premises”), is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents, and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application.

 

2.         City Council request the Licence Appeal Tribunal (“LAT”) to provide the City with an opportunity to be made a party in any proceedings with respect to the Premises.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the LAT in this matter and direct the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions so as to give effect to this Motion, including adding and deleting conditions to any liquor licence issued for the Premises, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, which address issues including, but not limited to, noise, safety, security personnel, security cameras, crowd control, signage, lighting and litter.

Summary

The applicant has submitted an application for a new liquor licence to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) for the premises at 667 King Street West operating under the name Encore Supper Lounge (the “Premises”).  The applicant is seeking a liquor licence for an indoor capacity of 258 patrons and an outdoor capacity of 41 patrons.

 

The Premises is located in close proximity to residential properties.  There is concern in the community that this new establishment will cause noise and other disturbances to residents in the area.  If conditions are put in place, these concerns may be mitigated.  As such, this application for a liquor licence is not in the public interest unless certain conditions, addressing the concerns of the community, are attached to the licence.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.16)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.16
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59222.pdf

MM36.17 - Liquor Licence - 685 A Queen Street West - Lot Street - AGCO File No. 801573 - by Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Ana Bailão

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
19 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Toronto and East York Community Council. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion relates to an Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario Hearing and has been deemed urgent.

Recommendations

Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Ana Bailão, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) that the liquor licence application for Lot Street, 685 A Queen Street West (the “Premises”), is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents, and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application.

 

2.         City Council request the Licence Appeal Tribunal (“LAT”) to provide the City with an opportunity to be made a party in any proceedings with respect to the Premises.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the LAT in this matter and direct the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions so as to give effect to this Motion, including adding and deleting conditions to any liquor licence issued for the Premises, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, which address issues including, but not limited to, noise, safety, security personnel, security cameras, crowd control, signage, lighting and litter

Summary

Nliten Corp. has submitted an application for a new liquor licence to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) for a premises at 685 A Queen Street West operating under the name Lot Street  (the “Premises”).  The applicant is seeking a liquor licence for an indoor capacity of 30 patrons.

 

The Premises is located in close proximity to residential properties.  There is concern in the community that this new establishment will cause noise and other disturbances to residents in the area.  If conditions are put in place, these concerns may be mitigated.  As such, this application for a liquor licence is not in the public interest unless certain conditions, addressing the concerns of the community, are attached to the licence.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.17)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.17
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59223.pdf

MM36.18 - Authorization to Release Section 45 Funds, 60 Grand Magazine and 20 Bathurst Street for construction of the Fort York Visitor Centre at 250 Fort York Boulevard - by Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Adam Vaughan

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
19 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor Adam Vaughan, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct that the $231,648.40 gross, $0 net, fully funded from Section 45 community benefits secured in the development at 60 Grand Magazine ($130,000 from source account XR3028-4500115) and 20 Bathurst Street ($101,648.40 from source account XR3028-4500060) be released and directed towards the approved 2013 Capital Budget for Economic Development and Culture for the purposes of construction of the Fort York Visitor Centre.

Summary

Section 45 funds have been secured and received in Ward 19 developments as follows:

 

a.         $130,000 (no accrued interest) from 60 Grand Magazine (Committee of Adjustment file A0900/11TEY) for the Fort York Visitor Centre; and

 

b.         $100,000 plus accrued interest from 20 Bathurst Street (Committee of Adjustment file A0708/07TEY) for capital improvements to Fort York and/or the Fort York Neighbourhood.

 

The Ward Councillor's office is working with staff in Cultural Services on the revitalization of Fort York as a legacy project of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 commemoration.  The Fort York Visitor Centre is the largest component of the overall work and has been identified as a key project to serve the Fort York Neighbourhood by enhancing access to, and interpretation of, the Fort and providing much needed community space and programming.

 

The total estimated budget for the Fort York Visitor Centre is $25,213,000, including $3,700,000 from Section 37 and Section 45 contributions. These Section 45 funds have been included within the $3,700,000 figure but have not yet been specifically identified within the 2013 Capital Budget for Economic Development and Culture.

 

 

2013 Total Budget

Life to date

Spending

Contracted Services-Construction

 

Financed By

  Province

  Federal

  S37/S45 Contributions – Other 1

  Fundraising – Other 2

  Debt/CFC

 

25,213

 

5,000

5,000

3,700

6,000

5,513

 

6,093

Total Financial Sources

25,213

6,093

*figures within this table represents $1000's.

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.18
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59221.pdf

MM36.19 - Liquor Licence - 1120 College Street - Tavoos Licence No. 813050 - by Councillor Ana Bailão, seconded by Councillor Mike Layton

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
18 - Davenport
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Toronto and East York Community Council. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion relates to an Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario Hearing and has been deemed urgent.

Recommendations

Councillor Ana Bailão, seconded by Councillor Mike Layton, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) that the liquor licence application for Tavoos, 1120 College Street (the “Premises”), is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents because of their concerns about public safety, noise, litter and other disturbances, and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application.

 

2.         City Council request the Licence Appeal Tribunal (“LAT”) to provide the City with an opportunity to be made a party in any proceedings with respect to the Premises.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the LAT in this matter and direct the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions so as to give effect to this Motion, including adding and deleting conditions to any liquor licence issued for the Premises, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, which address the concerns of the community.

Summary

1714509 Ontario Ltd. has submitted an application for a new liquor licence to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) for a premises at 1120 College Street operating under the name Tavoos (the “Premises”). The applicant is seeking a liquor licence for an indoor capacity of 30 patrons.

 

The Premises is located in close proximity to residential properties and may impact these neighbouring residents. The residents' concerns relate to noise, litter, safety and other potential  disturbances. There is a high concentration of licenced establishments on this section of College Street and the residents are concerned about the impacts from the high concentration of liquor licences.

 

This application for a liquor licence is not in the public interest unless certain conditions, addressing the concerns of the community, are attached to the licence.  Issues that must be addressed include, but are not limited to, safety of the public, noise, litter, lighting and potential disturbances to residents in the area. 

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.19)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.19
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59176.pdf

MM36.20 - Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds to the YWCA 1st Stop Woodlawn Shelter for Capital Renewal of the Outdoor Green Space - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Ana Bailão

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
22 - St. Paul's
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Ana Bailão, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council increase the 2013 approved non program operating budget by $45,100 fully funded by Section 37 community benefits related to 50 Rosehill Ave. (source: XR3026-3700072), to provide a one-time grant of $45,100 to the YWCA 1st Stop Woodlawn for capital improvements to their outdoor green space.

 

2.         City Council direct that the $45,100 be forwarded to the YWCA 1st Stop Woodlawn once the YWCA signs an Undertaking governing the use of the funds and the reporting requirements.

Summary

Authority is being sought to increase the 2013 approved non program operating budget by $45,100, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits, to improve the outdoor green space at the YWCA 1st Stop Women's Shelter so vulnerable and homeless women will have a place to gather that will maintain the security of the site and reduce disruptions to other neighbours.

 

The renewal of the outdoor green space will:

 

  • provide access to safe, open meeting space for residents of the shelter and tenant community at 80 Woodlawn Avenue East where they can gather and relax outdoors without disrupting other neighbours;
  • offer an improved environment for social and recreation programming (BBQs, celebrations);
  • improve the safety features of the property so that intruders cannot enter the shelter through the back door.  This will allow the shelter to extend the hours that the back door can be open for shelter residents; and
  • improve the spirit of the 1st Stop community by revitalizing the green space and encouraging women to take an active role in maintaining their community.

 

The $45,100 in Section 37 funds obtained in the development of 50 Rosehill Avenue (source: XR3026-3700072) were secured through a condition of approval, for "community benefit: improving neighbourhood community services", and have been received by the City. The YWCA 1st Stop Woodlawn will sign an Undertaking governing the purpose of the funds and the financial reporting requirements before the funds are forwarded.

 

YWCA 1st Stop Woodlawn houses a 56 bed Emergency Shelter for single homeless women as well as 72 units of permanent housing for single women, creating a mixed community of women in various stages of their lives.

 

YWCA 1st Stop Shelter's main purpose is to provide emergency shelter services and supports to homeless women and youth. We provide an environment where homeless women feel safe and secure, finding the strength and support they need to achieve their personal goals. The program provides the practical support to assist women to pursue permanent, safe and affordable housing in the community.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.20)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.20
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59267.pdf
(June 11, 2013) Fiscal Impact Statement from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59549.pdf

MM36.21 - Funding Transit and Infrastructure Priorities in Canada's Largest City - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Peter Milczyn

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Peter Milczyn, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request the City Manager to report to the Executive Committee on the following:

 

            a.         initiatives and best practices used in other jurisdictions to reduce the cost of servicing municipal debt,  including but not limited to:

 

                        i.          tax-free or exempt municipal bonds such as was used with “Ontario Opportunity Bonds”; and

 

                        ii.         direct-pay municipal bonds such as “Build America Bonds” in the United States; and

 

            b.         recommended actions for City Council to request the federal and provincial governments can take to reduce the cost of servicing municipal debt and increase the City’s capacity to invest in its infrastructure priorities.

Summary

This Motion requests that City Council consider the recommendation above to explore reforms to municipal bonds that would reduce the cost of servicing the City of Toronto's debt and increase our ability to build and maintain City infrastructure.

 

Governments in other jurisdictions, including the United States, have reduced interest rates and the cost of carrying municipal debt by implementing various tax breaks or rebates. These measures can alleviate the burden on municipalities and make municipal bonds more attractive to private investors.

 

The City of Toronto will spend $400 million to service its debt in 2013. Toronto also has a $2 billion backlog on infrastructure projects including the crumbling Gardiner Expressway, leaky subway stations, and broken refrigeration systems at municipal ice rinks. We also need to build more transit infrastructure, parks, libraries, affordable housing, and other projects to accommodate our rapid growth.

 

The City of Toronto should study the opportunities for provincial and federal reforms to municipal bonds that would reduce the cost of servicing municipal debt and increase our ability to build and maintain infrastructure, and make recommendations to those governments.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.21)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.21
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59272.pdf

MM36.22 - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment - 11 Peel Avenue - by Councillor Ana Bailão, seconded by Councillor Sarah Doucette

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
18 - Davenport
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to a re-opening of Item PG19.4. A two-thirds vote is required to re-open that Item.
* If re-opened, the previous Council decision remains in force unless Council decides otherwise.

Recommendations

Councillor Ana Bailão, seconded by Councillor Sarah Doucette, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the Planning staff to complete the processing of the owner’s applications for official plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment in respect of the property known municipally as 11 Peel Avenue in advance of the completion of the municipal comprehensive review.

 

2.         City Council direct Planning staff to prepare a directions report regarding the owner’s appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board for consideration by the Planning and Growth Management Committee at its next meeting on June 20, 2013.

 

3.         City Council direct City staff to give any required notice, under the Planning Act or otherwise, regarding consideration of the directions report by the Planning and Growth Management Committee at its next meeting on June 20, 2013.

Summary

The owner of 11 Peel Avenue submitted an official plan amendment and zoning amendment applications on November 1, 2011.  The lands are currently designated as “Employment Areas” but are not included within an Employment District on Map 2 – Urban Structure.  Instead, the lands are located on an “Avenue”, with a significant portion of the lands falling within the Avenue overlay.  Planning and Growth Management Committee has previously directed applications with similar facts to be processed in advance of the completion of the municipal comprehensive review.

 

At its meeting on November 8, 2012, Planning and Growth Management Committee endorsed the staff recommendation that the lands should be redesignated from “Employment Area” to “Mixed Use Area”.  This assessment is consistent with other City actions in the area.  First, the City eliminated the Dufferin job, which restricted truck traffic to Dufferin Street and isolated the lands from other lands designated as “Employment Areas” to the west.  Second, the City initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study to change the design of Peel Avenue and Gladstone Avenue.  The resulting design concepts for Gladstone Avenue and Peel Avenue included narrowed roadway/pavement widths and conversion to one-way traffic.  These design concepts are inconsistent with the continued use of the lands for employment purposes.

 

At its meeting of February 16, 2012, Planning and Growth Management Committee considered a preliminary staff report regarding these applications and directed staff to schedule the community consultation meeting before completion of the municipal comprehensive review.  The City held the community consultation meeting on May 3, 2012 – over a year ago – with few concerns expressed regarding the proposal.

 

The planning process for the applications can and should conclude in advance of the municipal comprehensive review.  The Ontario Municipal Board and the Courts have already found that the proposed redesignation of lands designated as “Employment Areas” that are not within an Employment District does not represent a conversion and can proceed in advance of a municipal comprehensive review.

 

REQUIRES RE-OPENING:

 

Planning and Growth Management Committee Item PG19.4, headed "Employment Land Conversions and the Municipal Comprehensive Review" adopted by City Council on November 27, 28 and 29, 2012.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.22)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.22
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59270.pdf

MM36.23 - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment - 362 Wallace Avenue - by Councillor Ana Bailão, seconded by Councillor Sarah Doucette

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
18 - Davenport
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to a re-opening of Item PG19.4. A two-thirds vote is required to re-open the Item.
* If re-opened, the previous Council decision remains in force unless Council decides otherwise.

Recommendations

Councillor Ana Bailão, seconded by Councillor Sarah Doucette, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct Planning staff to complete the processing of the owner’s applications for official plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment in respect of the property known municipally as 362 Wallace Avenue in advance of the completion of the municipal comprehensive review.

 

2.         City Council direct Planning staff to prepare a final report regarding the owner’s applications for consideration by the Planning and Growth Management Committee at its next meeting on June 20, 2013.

 

3.         City Council direct City staff to give notice of a public meeting under the Planning Act regarding the owner’s applications to be held on June 20, 2013, according to the regulations of the Planning Act.

Summary

The owner of 362 Wallace Avenue submitted an official plan amendment and zoning amendment applications on October 4, 2011.  The lands are currently designated as “Employment Areas” but are not included within an Employment District on Map 2 – Urban Structure.

 

At its meeting on November 8, 2012, Planning and Growth Management Committee endorsed the preliminary assessment of staff that these lands should be partially converted through redesignation to Neighbourhoods with a Core Employment Areas designation applied to the lands along the western boundary abutting the Georgetown rail corridor.

 

At its meeting on January 5, 2012, Planning and Growth Management Committee considered a preliminary staff report regarding these applications and directed staff to schedule the community consultation meeting as soon as possible and before completion of the municipal comprehensive review.  A community consultation meeting has been held.

 

The planning process for the applications can and should conclude in advance of the municipal comprehensive review.  The Ontario Municipal Board and the Courts have already found that the proposed redesignation of lands designated as “Employment Areas” that are not within an Employment District does not represent a conversion and can proceed in advance of a municipal comprehensive review.  

 

Requires Re-opening:

 

Planning and Growth Management Committee Item PG19.4, headed “Employment Land Conversions and the Municipal Comprehensive Review” adopted by City Council on November 27, 28 and 29, 2012.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.23)

Background Information

Member Motion (MM36.23)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59265.pdf

MM36.24 - Toronto Community Environment Days and Toronto Civic Employees Union, Local 416 of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) - by Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti, seconded by Councillor Mark Grimes

Notice of Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has been given.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two thirds vote is required to waive referral.

Recommendations

Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti, seconded by Councillor Mark Grimes, recommends that:

 

1.           City Council direct the City Manager, in consultation with the Executive Director, Human Resources to report to the Executive Committee with respect to the following:

 

 a.          Community Environment Days and the role Local 416 plays at these events;

 

 b.          How and why LOCAL 416 collects information from community members attending these events in the form of petitions, and whether or not this information is shared with any third party, political party or any corporation that may or may not be run by the Local 416 Executive and/or filtered through Local 416 recourses; and

 

 c.          The involvement Mr. Apollo Chung has had at City Hall, with Local 416 and current sitting Councillor's offices.  

Summary

This Motion seeks a report on the role of Local 416 at Community Environment Days.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as Member Motion MM36.24)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.24
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59278.pdf

MM36.25 - 182 Moore Avenue - Request for City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Municipal Board - by Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, seconded by Councillor Maria Augimeri

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has not been given. A two-thirds vote is required to waive notice.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Toronto and East York Community Council. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.

Recommendations

Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, seconded by Councillor Maria Augimeri, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the scheduled Ontario Municipal Board hearing in support of the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of Applications B0043/12TEY, A0381/12TEY and A0382/12TEY respecting 182 Moore Avenue and authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary.

Summary

The Toronto and East York Panel of the Committee of Adjustment at its meeting of March 27, 2013 refused the requested lot severance and variances by the applicant for the property at 182 MOORE AVENUE in Application Nos. B0043/12TEY, A0381/12TEY and A0382/12TEY.

 

The Applicant had sought to sever one lot into two, demolish the existing dwelling and construct two new two-storey detached dwellings with integral garages in the basement.

 

The applicant has appealed the Committee of Adjustment's decisions to the Ontario Municipal Board.  This Motion is made to City Council to direct the City Solicitor to attend the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing in support of the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of the said applications. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary.

 

The requested severance of the lot and related variances are not in keeping with the character of the neighborhood and do not conform to the Official Plan. 

 

As the OMB hearing is scheduled for July 15, 2013, this is a time sensitive matter.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.25)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.25
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59436.pdf
Toronto and East York Panel of the Committee of Adjustment - Notice of decision on a minor variance respecting 182 Moore Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59437.pdf
Toronto and East York Panel of the Committee of Adjustment - Notice of decision on a minor variance respecting 182 Moore Avenue (Part 2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59438.pdf
Toronto and East York Panel of the Committee of Adjustment - Notice of decision respecting a lot severance for 182 Moore Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59439.pdf

MM36.26 - Reallocation of Section 37 Funds, 25 Buchan Court, for Park Improvements in the Local Area - by Councillor Shelley Carroll, seconded by Councillor Gloria Lindsay Luby

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
33 - Don Valley East
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has not been given. A two-thirds vote is required to waive notice.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the North York Community Council. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.

Recommendations

Councillor Shelley Carroll, seconded by Councillor Gloria Lindsay Luby, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request the Director of Community Planning, North York District, to bring forward a zoning by-law amendment to the North York Community Council, pertaining to 25 Buchan Court, to amend the Section 37 provisions to allow $18,200 of the $90,000 secured for landscaping and other improvements on the south side of Buchan Court, to be used instead for capital improvements to parks in the local area.

 

2.         City Council direct that a community meeting be held in the affected area and that notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.

 

3.         City Council request the City Solicitor to prepare an amending Section 37 agreement to secure the amended Section 37 community benefits resulting from Recommendations 1 and 2, above, and that the amending agreement be executed prior to introduction of the Bill in Council,.

Summary

The rezoning for the development at 25 Buchan Court was approved by the Ontario Municipal Board on August 29, 2006, resulting in site-specific zoning By-law 32-2007(OMB).  Subsequent amendments to the Section 37 benefits occurred through By-law 1154-2011 on September 22, 2011.  The total Section 37 cash contribution secured was $395,000, which included $90,000 for landscape and other improvements on the south side of Buchan Court.  The $90,000 has been received by the City in the form of a letter of credit, and arrangements have been made to allow the developer to complete the improvements.  The developer's budget for this purpose included $18,200 for a traffic island which has since been determined to be not feasible.  The developer has agreed that the $18,200 be reallocated to local park improvements.

 

The reallocation will require both an amendment to the site-specific zoning to change the specific Section 37 provisions, and an amending Section 37 agreement.  The recommendation will initiate the rezoning process by City Planning staff and authorize the corresponding amending Section 37 agreement.  Once the zoning by-law and Section 37 agreement have been amended, the funds can be budgeted by Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division, in consultation with the Ward Councillor's office, for appropriate local park improvements in 2014.

 

This item is urgent as the park plans need to be approved before the end of the 2013 planting season.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.26)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.26
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59435.pdf

MM36.27 - Request to Accept Donated Funds and In-kind Donations for the Rebuilding of the Treverton Park Playground - by Councillor Michael Thompson, seconded by Councillor Sarah Doucette

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
37 - Scarborough Centre
Attention
* Notice of this Motion has not been given. A two-thirds vote is required to waive notice.
* This Motion is subject to referral to the Executive Committee. A two-thirds vote is required to waive referral.
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.

Recommendations

Councillor Michael Thompson, seconded by Councillor Sarah Doucette, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to accept the in-kind donation of $50,000.00 in playground and related equipment from Sinking Ship (Giver) Productions Inc. for the rebuilding of Treverton Park playground.

 

2.         City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to accept the donation of $60,000.00 from the Children's Aid Foundation for the rebuilding of Treverton Park playground and related site improvements.

Summary

Authority is being sought to enter into an agreement to accept a $50,000.00 in-kind donation of playground equipment from Sinking Ship (Giver) Productions Inc and a $60,000.00 donation from the Children's Aid Foundation towards the rebuilding of Treverton Park playground and related site improvements in Ward 37.

 

Sinking Ship (Giver) Productions Inc. would involve local children and film the project for its Giver TV show on TVO Kids, in a manner similar to a previous successful playground re-build undertaken with the City at Martin Grove Gardens Park in 2011.  Filming is scheduled to take place July 29, 30 and 31, 2013.

 

The current playground is aging and uninviting and lacks amenities. Parks, Forestry and Recreation staff have worked with the local Councillor, the community and donors to develop and design a new playground structure to replace the old playground and to undertake related site improvements and enhancements in Treverton Park.  Donations received by July 31, 2013 will fund the project and the final project cost will not be greater than the actual total of the donations received.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.x)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.27
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59442.pdf
(June 11, 2013) Fiscal Impact Statement from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59543.pdf

MM36.28 - DROP Restaurant, 760A College Street - Objection to Liquor Licence - by Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor John Parker

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
19 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor John Parker, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that the liquor licence application for 760A College Street, operating under the name DROP (“Premises”), is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents, and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application.

 

2.         City Council request the Licence Appeal Tribunal (“LAT”) to provide the City with an opportunity to be made a party in any proceedings with respect to the Premises.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the LAT in this matter and direct the City Solicitor to take all necessary action so as to give effect to this Motion, including adding and deleting conditions to any liquor licence issued for the Premises, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, which address issues including, but not limited to, noise, litter, safety, lighting and other potential disturbances to residents in the area. 

Summary

The applicant has submitted an application for a liquor licence to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) for the premises at 760A College Street, operating under the name DROP (“Premises”).  The application is for a restaurant with a proposed indoor capacity of 61 persons. 

 

The Premises are located in close proximity to residential properties.  Concerns have been raised by residents with respect to noise, litter, safety, lighting and other potential disturbances to residents in the area.

 

This application for a liquor licence is not in the public interest unless certain conditions, addressing the concerns of the community, are attached to the licence.  The Registrar of the AGCO should be requested to issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application.  

 

The City needs to file its objection to the liquor licence application as soon as possible because there is a deadline and also to be able to participate in any hearing in this matter.  It is urgent that Council consider this matter at this Council meeting.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.28) 

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.28
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59484.pdf

MM36.29 - Ontario Municipal Board Appeal for 164 Ossington Avenue - by Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor John Parker

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
19 - Trinity-Spadina
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor Mike Layton, seconded by Councillor John Parker, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to appear at the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in the matter of 164 Ossington Avenue and to oppose the appeal of the decision dated 24 April 2013 of the Committee of Adjustment- Toronto and East York Panel.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary action so as to give effect to this Motion.

Summary

By decision dated 24 April 2013, the Committee of Adjustment, Toronto and East York Panel (“COA”) refused a minor variance with respect to a outdoor rear patio for the property at 164 Ossington Avenue. The owner of the Subject Property has appealed the refusal to the Ontario Municipal Board (“OMB”).

 

Authorization is being requested to oppose the appeal at the OMB and to defend the decision of the Committee of Adjustment. There is urgency in this matter because the appeal has been scheduled for a hearing commencing August 6, 2013 and preparation time is required. 

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.29)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.29
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59483.pdf

MM36.30 - Staff Representation at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing for 115 Alfred Avenue - by Councillor John Filion, seconded by Councillor Joe Mihevc

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
23 - Willowdale
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor John Filion, seconded by Councillor Joe Mihevc, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appeal the approval of the minor variances for 115 Alfred Avenue and to attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in opposition to the Committee of Adjustment's approval of the minor variances with respect to the east side yard setback and the building height.

Summary

On May 23, 2013, the Committee of Adjustment, North York Panel considered an application for Minor Variances submitted by Chow Associates Inc, on behalf of the owners to permit the construction of a new two-storey dwelling at 115 Alfred Avenue.  The application included a proposed east side yard setback of 1.17m, where 1.52m is required, and a proposed building height of 9.15m, where 8.8m is allowed.  At the hearing on May 23, the Committee approved the application.

 

These variances are not consistent with what has been previously approved by the Committee of Adjustment in this area, and do not meet the standards of the zoning by-law, standards which were reinforced in the new zoning bylaw recently passed by Council.  This is an urgent matter as the deadline for filing this appeal is Wednesday, June 12, 2013.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.30)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.30
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59486.pdf
Committee of Adjustment North York Panel - Notice of decision on minor variance/permission for 115 Alfred Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59510.pdf
Committee of Adjustment North York Panel - Public Hearing Notice on minor variance/permission for 115 Alfred Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59511.pdf
(May 23, 2013) Memorandum from Councillor John Filion, Ward 23, Willowdale on 115 Alfred Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59512.pdf

MM36.31 - Staff Representation at an Ontario Municipal Board Hearing for 57 Devondale Avenue - by Councillor John Filion, seconded by Councillor Joe Mihevc

Notice without Motion
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
23 - Willowdale
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor John Filion, seconded by Councillor Joe Mihevc, recommends that: 

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appeal the approval of the minor variance for 57 Devondale Avenue and authorize City Planning staff to attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in opposition to the Committee of Adjustment's approval of the minor variance with respect the proposed east side yard setback.

Summary

On May 23, 2013, the Committee of Adjustment, North York Panel, considered an application for Minor Variance submitted by M.P. Design and Associates Ltd, on behalf of the owner to permit the construction of a rear one-storey addition and a front second storey addition over the existing garage at 57 Devondale Avenue.  City Planning Staff wrote a report requesting that "the second storey of the proposed addition to the east of the dwelling be stepped back from the ground floor portion so as to increase the setbacks of the second storey".  In the opinion of City Planning Staff, without this change, the close proximity of the second storey of the proposed addition could result in privacy and overlook concerns.

 

At the hearing on May 23, 2013 the Committee of Adjustment, North York Panel, approved the application without incorporating the changes proposed by Planning Staff.  This is an urgent matter as the deadline for filing this appeal is Wednesday, June 12, 2013.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.31)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.31
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59487.pdf
Committee of Adjustment North York Panel - Notice of decision on minor variance/permission for 57 Devpndale Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59518.pdf
Committee of Adjustment North York Panel - Public Hearing Notice on minor variance/permission for 57 Devondale Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59492.pdf
Memorandum from Councillor John Filion, Ward 23, Willowdale on 57 Devondale Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59519.pdf
(May 15, 2013) Report from the Director, Community Planning, North York District on 57 Devondale Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59520.pdf

MM36.32 - Official Plan Amendment Regarding Section 37 Policies Related to Affordable Housing: Authorization for Chief Planner to Report Directly to the July 2013 Council Meeting - by Councillor Peter Milczyn, seconded by Councillor Pam McConnell

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor Peter Milczyn, seconded by Councillor Pam McConnell, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council direct that the report from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning with respect to Item PG22.1, requested by City Council at its meeting of April 3 and 4, 2013, be submitted directly to the July 16 and 17, 2013 meeting of City Council.

Summary

City Planning staff had previously recommended (Item PG22.1) an Official Plan Amendment to permit condominium-registered affordable rental units as a Section 37 benefit, subject to conditions.   At its meeting of April 3 and 4, 2013, City Council referred the item to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, for a report to the June 2013 Council meeting on the implications of removing two of these conditions, the results of consultation with the Affordable Housing Office and stakeholders, and addressing the creation of a definition of affordable ownership housing.

 

Consultations are ongoing and thus the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning is not yet able to report on these matters.  The requested report will instead be forwarded to the July 16 and 17, 2013 Council meeting.  This Motion authorizes the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to report directly to the July 16 and 17, 2013 meeting of City Council.

 

The matter is urgent because there are applicants who have advised that they may be willing to contribute condominium-registered affordable rented units as a Section 37 community benefit and the Official Plan Amendment is needed to authorize such a benefit.  These opportunities for affordable housing may otherwise be lost.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.32)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.32
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59481.pdf

MM36.33 - Supporting New Aboriginal Affordable Housing at 160-162 Kenwood Avenue - by Councillor Joe Mihevc, seconded by Councillor Ana Bailão

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
21 - St. Paul's
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor Joe Mihevc, seconded by Councillor Ana Bailão, recommends that: 

 

1.            City Council Council approve funding in the amount of $230,000 to Wigwamen Incorporated to assist in the development of the affordable housing at 160-162 Kenwood Avenue on such terms and conditions acceptable to the Director, Affordable Housing Office and approved by the City Solicitor.

 

2.            City Council direct that the funding be in the form of a grant by way of forgivable loan from the Capital Revolving Reserve Fund for Affordable Housing (XR1058).

 

3.            City Council increase the approved 2013 Operating Budget for Shelter, Support and Housing Administration Division by $230,000.00 gross, $0 net, fully funded by the Capital Revolving Fund for Affordable Housing (XR1058) for the construction of the affordable housing at 160-162 Kenwood Avenue.

 

4.            City Council approve the allocation of five rent supplements to Wigwamen Incorporated for the affordable housing at 160-162 Kenwood Avenue on such terms and conditions as satisfactory to the General Manager, Shelter Support and Housing Administration.

 

5.                  City Council direct the City Solicitor and Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to take the necessary steps to request that the Ontario Municipal Board reallocate the $250,000 in Section 45 funds currently deposited to the Capital Revolving Reserve Fund for Affordable Housing and specifically designated for affordable rental housing at 200 Madison Avenue, secured through an Ontario Municipal Board decision dated August 9, 2011 and pertaining to minor variances at 7 Austin Terrace, to affordable rental housing in general, and to amend the Section 45 agreement accordingly.  

Summary

This Motion recommends the allocation of $230,000 from the Capital Revolving Reserve Fund for Affordable Housing (CRRF, XR1058 ) to supplement the amount previously committed for the construction of a rental housing building at 160-162 Kenwood Avenue in Ward 21 (St. Paul's) and designate five rent supplement units to support affordable rental housing for Aboriginal people in Toronto.

 

Wigwamen Incorporated is building a nine-unit affordable rental housing building at 160-162 Kenwood Avenue. Wigwamen has received $1.35 million under the federal-provincial GTA Aboriginal Housing Program (a program administered by an aboriginal sector program) but needs $230,000 in additional funding to begin construction.

 

The unallocated balance in the CRRF is $8.452 million, with funds available for this purpose. It is proposed that the $230,000 allocated from the CRRF be returned to the CRRF at a later date, as $250,000 previously collected through a Section 45 Agreement that is designated to support an affordable rental housing project at 200 Madison Avenue by the Ontario Municipal Board. This direction would effectively reallocate these funds back to the CCRF to be available for future affordable rental housing initiatives. As the development at 200 Madison will be proceeding at a later date, these funds are not presently required.

 

In addition, to make rents even more affordable for Aboriginal individuals and families, it is proposed that five rent supplements, previously allocated to 200 Madison, be allocated to 160-162 Kenwood Avenue.

 

The federal/provincial funding is conditional on the project being substantially completed by December 31, 2013.  As a result, in order to start construction in time to meet the deadline, a decision is needed now on allocating the CRRF funding and rent supplements.

 

Providing affordable housing for Aboriginal people contributes to meeting the City of Toronto access and equity objectives, and is consistent with the City's 10-year Affordable Housing Action Plan 2010-2020.

  

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.33)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.33
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59482.pdf
(June 12, 2013) Fiscal Impact Statement from the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59550.pdf

MM36.34 - Authority to Donate Abandoned Bicycles to Charitable Organizations - by Councillor Denzil Minnan-Wong, seconded by Councillor Michelle Berardinetti

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor Denzil Minnan-Wong, seconded by Councillor Michelle Berardinetti, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the General Managers of Transportation Services and Solid Waste Management Services to establish and implement, if feasible, an abandoned bicycle donation program.

Summary

The City of Toronto strives to provide adequate bicycle parking for cyclists and removing abandoned bicycles is an easy and effective way to aid these efforts. Over the years, Transportation Services and Solid Waste Management Services have developed a process which identifies, removes and disposes of abandoned bicycles.

 

Bicycles that are clearly abandoned, have missing or damaged parts, flat or missing tires and are in an unusable condition are removed immediately.  Where there is some question about whether a bicycle is abandoned, Transportation staff will place a notification on the bicycle that identifies it as "abandoned".  After fourteen days of notice, Solid Waste Management Services staff will remove any bicycles that still remain tagged. The bicycles are stored at City facilities for sixty days and ultimately sent for recycling.

 

An average of 1,000 bicycles are removed every year.  A total of only three bicycles were reclaimed by owners in 2012. While a number of charitable organizations have expressed interest in reusing the bicycle parts for a variety of youth programs, City staff currently have no authority to donate the parts.

 

If authority is granted to City staff at this meeting of City Council, efforts could begin immediately to facilitate the transfer of 300 abandoned bicycles, presently in the City's possession, to interested charitable organizations.

 

This Motion is urgent because the City has 300 bikes it has no authority to donate.  If we deal with the Motion now, staff could find homes for the parts.  Otherwise, they go to the scrap yard for recycling.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.34)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.34
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59441.pdf

MM36.35 - Review Feasibility of Converting Outdoor Skating Rink / Tennis Court at North Toronto Memorial Community Centre to a Year-Round Indoor Sports Facility - by Councillor Karen Stintz, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
15 - Eglinton-Lawrence
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor Karen Stintz, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request the Deputy City Manager to report to the Government Management Committee on the process to work with the community and local Councillor to convert the skating rink/tennis court to a year-round indoor sports facility.

Summary

Canada is synonymous with the sport of hockey.  There are over 3500 arenas across the country.

 

The City of Toronto already benefits from the relationship it has with both public and private arenas.  They provide a myriad of activities: hockey, racquet sports, swimming, gymnastics and entertainment facilities.

 

The North Toronto Memorial Arena would to like to work in tandem with the City of Toronto on a partnership proposal that would include the installation of a stressed membrane structure consisting of a series of aluminum arched ribs integrally connected by modular architectural membrane panels.  Twelve thousand structures have already been built in 90 countries.

 

This type of installation is not a typical 'bubble'.  It is a patented technology that is designed to be disassembled, reconfigured, expanded and relocated.  It is Leed ® certifiable, extremely durable and rust and maintenance free.

 

The next Government Management Committee is on June 17, 2013.  The Committee doesn't meet again until September 9, 2013.

 

 

(Submitted to City Council on July 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.35)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.35
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59440.pdf

MM36.36 - 63 Callowhill Drive - Technical Amendment to By-law No. 371-2012 - by Councillor Gloria Lindsay Luby, seconded by Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
4 - Etobicoke Centre
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor Gloria Lindsay Luby, seconded by Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti, recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend By-law No. 371-2012 by replacing Schedule B attached to the by-law with the revised Schedule B attached to this motion.

 

2.            City Council direct the City Solicitor to bring forward to Council’s meeting of June 11 and 12, 2013 for enactment by Council, a by-law to make the changes noted in Recommendation 1 to By-law No. 371-2012; and

 

3.            City Council determine that pursuant to Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, no further notice is to be given in respect of the changes to By-law No. 371-2012.

Summary

At its meeting held on February 6 and 7, 2012, City Council adopted Etobicoke York Community Council Item EY12.4, which recommended amendments to the former City of Etobicoke Zoning Code to permit redevelopment of 63 Callowhill Drive at height and density greater than otherwise permitted in the Etobicoke Zoning Code in exchange for the provision of such facilities, services, and matters otherwise set out in the by-law.  City Council enacted By-law No. 371-2012 at its meeting on March 7, 2012 to permit the development.

 

It has come to City Planning’s attention that two measurements depicted in Map 2 to By-law No. 371-2012 must be revised to reflect a change in calculation of internal setbacks between buildings. This change is due to a change in measurement methodology rather than a change in the drawings and plans on the rezoning application, which were before Community Council for the statutory public meeting and before City Council in the Final Report. It is therefore appropriate that the technical amendments as set out in the Recommendations be made to By-law No. 371-2012 without the need for any further public notice.

 

This is an urgent matter since the by-law was enacted almost a year ago and further delay may cause hardship to the applicant.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11 and 12, 2013 as MM36.36)

Background Information

Member Motion MM36.36
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/mm/bgrd/backgroundfile-59530.pdf

MM36.37 - Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds from 34 and 38 Hazelton Avenue in order to purchase additional chairs and tables for the Village of Yorkville Park - by Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, seconded by Councillor Anthony Perruzza

Motion without Notice
Consideration Type:
ACTION
Ward:
27 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale
Attention
* This Motion has been deemed urgent by the Chair.
* This Motion is not subject to a vote to waive referral.
* This Motion has been added to the agenda and is before Council for debate.

Recommendations

Councillor Wong-Tam and Councillor Perruzza, recommend that:

 

1.         City Council direct that $42,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded from Section 37 community benefits secured in connection with the development at 34 and 38 Hazelton Avenue from source account XR3026-3700496 be released and directed towards the approved 2013 Capital Budget for Economic Development and Culture for the purchase of additional seating and tables in the Village of Yorkville Park.

Summary

Section 37 funds have been secured and received in connection with the development at 34 and 38 Hazelton Lanes for streetscape and park improvements in the Yorkville neighbourhood.

 

The City has a longstanding partnership with the Bloor Yorkville BIA in the development and maintenance of the Village of Yorkville Park as part of the BIA Streetscape Improvement Program.  In 2011, the City and the BIA cost-shared the supply and installation of decorative tables and chairs as part of the improvement project.

 

The BIA, in consultation with Parks, Forestry and Recreation, are now proposing to supply and install compatible park furniture for the Village of Yorkville Park that matches the existing furniture. However, there is currently no funding included in the 2013 Capital Budget for Economic Development and Culture for this project.

 

The purchase of additional tables and seating will enhance the usability and attractiveness of the park for local residents and the many visitors to the park.

 

This item is urgent so that the furniture can be purchased for the 2013 summer months.

 

(Submitted to City Council on June 11, 12 and 13, 2013 as MM36.37)

Bills and By-laws - Meeting 36

BL36.1 - Introduction and Enactment of General Bills and Confirming Bills

Consideration Type:
ACTION
Wards:
All

Summary

City Council will introduce and enact general bills and confirming bills.

Background Information

(June 17, 2013) Consolidated By-law Index for June 11, 12 and 13, 2013 City Council meeting
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/bl/bgrd/backgroundfile-59433.htm
Source: Toronto City Clerk at www.toronto.ca/council