Minutes Confirmed on April 14, 2015
Scarborough Community Council
- Meeting No.:
- 4
- Contact:
- Yvonne Davies, Committee Administrator
- Meeting Date:
- Wednesday, February 18, 2015
- Phone:
- 416-396-7287
- Start Time:
- 9:30 AM
- E-mail:
- scc@toronto.ca
- Location:
- Council Chamber, Scarborough Civic Centre
- Chair:
- Councillor Chin Lee
SC4.1 - Permanent Closure of an Untraveled Portion of Finch Avenue East Abutting the South Limit of 5928-5930 Finch Avenue East
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Public Notice Given
Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006
Community Council Recommendations
Scarborough Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council authorize the permanent closure of the untraveled portion of the public highway abutting the south limit of 5928-5930 Finch Avenue East, designated as Part 1 as shown on Sketch No. PS-2012-007 (the "Highway"), attached to the report dated November 19, 2014, from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. City Council enact a by-law substantially in the form of the draft by-law attached as Appendix "A" to the report dated November 19, 2014, from the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on February 18, 2015, 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 web site. No one appeared before the Community Council.
Origin
Summary
Transportation Services recommends that the untraveled portion of Finch Avenue East, abutting the south limit of 5928-5930 Finch Avenue East be permanently closed.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74970.pdf
Attachment 1 - Sketch No. PS-2012-007, dated January 27, 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74971.pdf
Appendix A - Draft By-law to permanently close an untraveled portion of Finch Avenue East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74972.pdf
Public Notice - Proposal to permanently close an un-traveled portion of Finch Avenue East
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74973.pdf
Motions
SC4.2 - Rouge Valley Health System
- Decision Type:
- Presentation
- Status:
- Amended
- Wards:
- 35 - Scarborough Southwest, 36 - Scarborough Southwest, 37 - Scarborough Centre, 38 - Scarborough Centre, 39 - Scarborough-Agincourt, 40 - Scarborough Agincourt, 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 43 - Scarborough East, 44 - Scarborough East
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council endorsed the expansion of Emergency Services at the Centenary Emergency Department of the Rouge Valley Health System.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Chair, on behalf of Scarborough Community Council, thanked Ms. James for her presentation.
Summary
The Interim Chief Operating Officer and the Director of Public Affairs, Community Relations and Telecommunications, Rouge Valley Health System, to provide an update on the Rouge Valley Health System.
Background Information
Speakers
Motions
That Scarborough Community Council endorse the expansion of Emergency Services at the Centenary Emergency Department of the Rouge Valley Health System.
SC4.3 - The Rotary Clubs in Scarborough Community
- Decision Type:
- Presentation
- Status:
- Referred
- Wards:
- 35 - Scarborough Southwest, 36 - Scarborough Southwest, 37 - Scarborough Centre, 38 - Scarborough Centre, 39 - Scarborough-Agincourt, 40 - Scarborough Agincourt, 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 43 - Scarborough East, 44 - Scarborough East
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Referred the item to the City Manager for consideration and distribution to the appropriate City divisions for review of the 14 Recommendations contained in the 2014 Scarborough Community Renewal Campaign.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Chair, on behalf of Scarborough Community Council, thanked Mr. Hardy for his presentation.
Summary
Hardy Stevenson and Associates Limited representing the Rotary Clubs in Scarborough to present the final report on the 2014 Scarborough Community Renewal Campaign: Results and Recommendations.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75704.pdf
Appendix A - Scarborough Renewal Campaign Overview
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75706.pdf
Appendix B - Discussion Papers
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75708.pdf
Appendix C - Town Hall Meeting Summaries
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75709.pdf
Appendix D - Terms of Reference for a future Community Renewal Organization
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75705.pdf
Speakers
Motions
That the item be referred to the City Manager for consideration and distribution to the appropriate City divisions for review of the 14 Recommendations contained in the 2014 Scarborough Community Renewal Campaign.
SC4.4 - Business Improvement Area Boards of Management - 2015-2018 Appointments
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Wards:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Appointed the nominees listed below to the Board of Management for the Sheppard East Village Business Improvement Area for a term expiring at the end of the term of Council or as soon thereafter as successors are appointed:
Dr. Percy Chan
Paul Jone
Fil Delfuoco
Clement Fung
Ed Lukezic
Joseph Lobo
Perry Panagakos
Howard Weisberg
2. Confirmed that under Council's Public Appointments Policy, these Board members are appointed at the pleasure of Community Council, and Community Council retains the right to replace any appointed member at any time and for any reason.
3. Directed that Schedule A of the Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas, be amended to reflect the change in the number of members required for quorum for the Sheppard East Village BIA Board of Management, as listed in Attachment 1 of the report (January 15, 2015) from the Director, Business Growth Services, Economic Development and Culture.
Origin
Summary
The purpose of this report is to recommend Scarborough Community Council appoint members to the Board of Management for the new term of Council for the Sheppard East Village Business Improvement Area (BIA) which falls within the Scarborough Community Council boundaries. The Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority to make final decisions regarding BIA appointments.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75094.pdf
Motions
SC4.5 - Designation of Fire Routes and Amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 1076 Ellesmere Road, 385 Passmore Avenue, 1400 Neilson Road
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Wards:
- 37 - Scarborough Centre, 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River, 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Community Council Recommendations
Scarborough Comunity Council recommends that:
1. City Council designate part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Fire Chief in respect of the municipal addresses set out below, as fire routes pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880- Fire Routes ‑ 1076 Ellesmere Road, 385 Passmore Avenue, 1400 Neilson Road.
2. City Council authorize the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Origin
Summary
To obtain Council approval for the amendment of the Fire Route By-law to designate certain locations as fire routes within the meaning of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, as amended.
Fire Services uses designated fire routes as a key mechanism in regulating fire prevention, including the prevention of spreading of fires and the delivery of fire protection services.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75003.pdf
Attachment 1 - Amendment of Chapter 880 - Fire Routes
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75004.pdf
Motions
SC4.6 - Request to Grant or Refuse the Application to Demolish a Residential Building at 164-168 Celeste Drive With No Building Permits Issued
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 43 - Scarborough East
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved the applications to demolish the subject residential buildings at 164-168 Celeste Drive with the following conditions:
a. that a construction fence be erected in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article III, if deemed appropriate by the Chief Building Official;
b. that all debris and rubble be removed immediately after demolition;
c. that sod or similar ground cover be laid on the sites and the sites be maintained free of garbage and weeds, in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 623‑5 and 629‑10, paragraph B;
d. that any holes on the properties are backfilled with clean fill;
e. that all privately and publicly owned trees, which are protected by the City of Toronto By-laws, be protected in accordance with the By-laws during the demolition process;
f. that the applicant for the demolition permits construct and substantially complete the new buildings to be erected on the sites of the residential properties where the houses are to be demolished not later than two years from the day demolition of the existing buildings have commenced; and
g. that on failure to complete the new buildings within the time specified in (f) above, the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector’s roll, to be collected in like manner as municipal taxes, the sum of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) for each dwelling unit contained in the residential properties in respect of which the demolition permits are issued and that such sum shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the lands in respect of which the permits to demolish the residential properties are issued.
Origin
Summary
This report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision.
In accordance with By-law No. 1009-2006, I refer the demolition permit applications for 164‑168 Celeste Drive to Scarborough Community Council to grant or refuse the applications, including any conditions, if any, to be attached to the permits.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74773.pdf
Attachments 1-2 - Site Plan and Letter from applicant/owner - 164-168 Celeste Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74774.pdf
Motions
SC4.7 - Parking Regulations - Chine Drive
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 36 - Scarborough Southwest
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved the prohibition of standing at all times on the east side of Chine Drive between Kingston Road and the south end of Chine Drive.
2. Approved the prohibition of parking from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Chine Drive between Kingston Road and Glenridge Road.
3. Approved the prohibition of parking at all times on the west side of Chine Drive between Glenridge Road and a point 200 metres south of Glenridge Road.
4. Approved the prohibition of parking from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Chine Drive between a point 200 metres south of Glenridge Road and the south end of Chine Drive.
5. Approved the prohibition of parking at all times on the west side of Chine Drive between Kingston Road and the south end of Chine Drive from December 1 of one year to April 15 of the next following year, inclusive.
6. Authorized staff to post 15 metre corner parking prohibitions at the intersection of Chine Drive and Kelsonia Avenue, and at the intersection of Chine Drive and Glenridge Road in accordance with Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950.
7. Authorized staff to post 30.5 metre corner parking prohibitions along Chine Drive (south leg) at the signalized intersection of Kingston Road in accordance with Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950.
8. Authorized staff to post 15 metre parking prohibitions at the dead-end termination of Chine Drive (south end) in accordance with Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to a request from Scarborough Community Council on options for parking on Chine Drive after completion of the roadway reconstruction.
It is recommended that the existing No Parking Anytime regulation on both sides of Chine Drive between Kingston Road and the south end of Chine Drive be retained, posted and enforced.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74770.pdf
Location Plan - Chine Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-74771.pdf
Communications
(January 10, 2015) E-mail from Gloria Zamin and Gene Mascardelli (SC.Main.SC4.7.2)
(January 12, 2015) E-mail from Andrew Alexander (SC.Main.SC4.7.3)
(January 12, 2015) E-mail from Brent Bowman (SC.Main.SC4.7.4)
(January 12, 2015) E-mail from Jo-Ann Craigie (SC.Main.SC4.7.5)
(January 12, 2015) E-mail from Chris and Bob Daniels (SC.Main.SC4.7.6)
(January 14, 2015) E-mail from Ken and Christa Stamp (SC.Main.SC4.7.7)
(February 5, 2015) E-mail from Doug Sanderson (SC.New.SC4.7.8)
(February 6, 2015) E-mail from Alan Grogan (SC.New.SC4.7.9)
(February 11, 2015) E-mail from Steve Goldberger (SC.New.SC4.7.10)
(February 16, 2015) E-mail from Gloria Zamin and Gene Mascardelli (SC.New.SC4.7.11)
(February 17, 2015) E-mail from Karen and Rick Hyponen (SC.New.SC4.7.12)
(February 17, 2015) E-mail from Steve Goldberger (SC.New.SC4.7.13)
Speakers
Andrew Alexander
Karen Jones
Motions
That Scarborough Community Council:
Vote (Amend Item) Feb-18-2015
| Result: Carried | Majority Required |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 9 | Members that voted Yes are Paul Ainslie, Michelle Berardinetti, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Jim Karygiannis, Norman Kelly, Chin Lee (Chair), Ron Moeser |
| Total members that voted No: 0 | Members that voted No are |
| Total members that were Absent: 1 | Members that were absent are Michael Thompson |
SC4.8 - No Standing Zone - Robinson Avenue
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 35 - Scarborough Southwest
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved the prohibition of standing at all times on the west side of Robinson Avenue from Newport Avenue to a point 22 metres south.
Origin
Summary
This report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to a request for No Standing regulations on the west side of Robinson Avenue just south of Newport Avenue to accommodate the loading and unloading of one Toronto Transit Commission Wheel Trans vehicle.
It is recommended that a No Standing Anytime zone be installed on the west side of Robinson Avenue from Newport Avenue to a point 22 metres south of Newport Avenue.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75180.pdf
Location Plan - Robinson Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75181.pdf
Motions
SC4.9 - Compulsory Stop Signs - Briar Dale Boulevard Area
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 36 - Scarborough Southwest
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved stop control for Rathmore Avenue at the intersection of Coalport Drive.
2. Approved stop control for Tilburn Place at the intersection of Coalport Drive.
3. Approved stop control for Parkview Heights at the intersection of Parkland Road.
4. Approved stop control for Winston Churchill Drive at the intersection of Ferncroft Drive.
5. Approved stop control for Ferncroft Drive at the intersection of Briar Dale Boulevard.
6. Approved stop control for Briar Dale Boulevard at the intersection of Woodland Park Road.
7. Approved stop control for Woodland Park Road at the intersection of Ferncroft Drive.
8. Approved stop control for Elmview Drive at the intersection of Briar Dale Boulevard.
Decision Advice and Other Information
Scarborough Community Council requested the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District, to report back on the feasibility of the installation of:
1. A four-way stop control at the intersection of Clonmore Drive and Parkland Road.
2. A four-way stop control at Winston Churchill Drive and Hunt Club Drive.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
During an operational review in the community north of Kinston Road, east of Victoria Park Avenue and west of Warden Avenue, Transportation Services staff identified eight uncontrolled three-way intersections within this area.
It is recommended that minor street stop signs be installed at the eight uncontrolled three-way intersections to provide stop sign uniformity, clearly define the right-of-way and to regulate traffic flow.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75076.pdf
Location Plan - Briar Dale Boulevard Area
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75077.pdf
Motions
That the Acting Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District, be requested to report back on the feasibility of the installation of:
1. A four-way stop control at the intersection of Clonmore Drive and Parkland Road.
2. A four-way stop control at Winston Churchill Drive and Hunt Club Drive.
SC4.10 - Compulsory Stop Signs - Fitzgibbon Avenue Area
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 37 - Scarborough Centre
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved stop control for Romulus Drive at the intersection of Fitzgibbon Avenue (south intersection).
2. Approved stop control for Medina Crescent at the intersection of Fitzgibbon Avenue.
3. Approved stop control for Arnott Street at the intersection of Fitzgibbon Avenue.
4. Approved stop control for Arnott Street at the intersection of Medina Crescent.
5. Approved stop control for Medina Crescent at the intersection of Tara Avenue.
6. Approved stop control for Marengo Avenue at the intersection of Fitzgibbon Avenue.
7. Approved stop control for Marengo Avenue at the intersection of Lord Roberts Drive.
8. Approved stop control for Fitzgibbon Avenue at the intersection of Lord Roberts Drive (south intersection).
9. Approved stop control for Rutledge Avenue at the intersection of Khartoum Avenue.
10. Approved stop control for Rutledge Avenue at the intersection of Lord Roberts Drive.
11. Approved stop control for Maretta Avenue at the intersection of Rutledge Avenue.
12. Approved stop control for Maretta Avenue at the intersection of Khartoum Avenue.
13. Approved stop control for Khartoum Avenue at the intersection of Lord Roberts Drive.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
During an operational review in the community west of Midland Avenue, east of the Scarborough RT line, north of Eglinton Avenue east and south of Lawrence Avenue east, Transportation Services staff identified thirteen uncontrolled three-way intersections within this area.
It is recommended that minor street stop signs be installed at the thirteen uncontrolled three-way intersections to provide stop sign uniformity, clearly define the right-of-way and to regulate traffic flow.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75174.pdf
Location Plan - Fitzgibbon Avenue Area
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75175.pdf
Motions
SC4.11 - No Stopping Zone - Borough Drive
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 38 - Scarborough Centre
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved the prohibition of stopping at all times on the north and west side of Borough Drive from Town Centre Court (southwest intersection) to a point 88 metres east.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to a request from Councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker office to install more restrictive no stopping regulations on the north side of Borough Drive in the vicinity of the large condominium complex located at 180 Borough Drive. When vehicles are parked on the curve, southbound motorists' sight lines are compromised or completely obstructed when viewing the All-Way Stop Control at the intersection. By approving the No Stopping prohibitions in this area, curb lane to passing lane manoeuvres will be reduced and traffic flow will be enhanced.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75182.pdf
Location Plan - Borough Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75183.pdf
Motions
SC4.12 - No Stopping Zone - Mountland Drive
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 38 - Scarborough Centre
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved the prohibition of stopping from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday from September 1 of one year to June 30 of the following year, inclusive, except public holidays, on both sides of Mountland Drive, from Brimorton Drive to a point 76 metres south.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This staff report concerns the feasibility of installing temporal No Stopping regulations for weekday morning and afternoon peak periods on Mountland Drive, south of Brimorton Drive.
The proposed temporal No Stopping regulations on both sides of Mountland Drive, south of Brimorton Drive will maintain clear sightlines for motorists and pedestrians and enhance the flow of traffic.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75184.pdf
Location Plan - Mountland Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75185.pdf
Motions
SC4.13 - No Parking Zone - Meadowacres Drive
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Deferred
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 40 - Scarborough Agincourt
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council deferred consideration of the item until its meeting on April 14, 2015.
Origin
Summary
This report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to a request for a No Parking zone on the south and west side of Meadowacres Drive between Farmcrest Drive and Pharmacy Avenue.
It is recommended that No Parking Anytime regulations be installed on the south and west side of Meadowacres Drive.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75187.pdf
Location Plan - Meadowacres Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75188.pdf
Motions
That consideration of the item be deferred until the Scarborough Community Council meeting on April 14, 2015.
SC4.14 - Overnight Parking Prohibitions - Alvin Curling Area
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved the prohibition of parking from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on both sides of Alvin Curling Crescent between Goldhawk Trail (north intersection) and Goldhawk Trail (south intersection).
2. Approved the prohibition of parking from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on both sides of Porcelain Terrace between Alvin Curling Crescent (north intersection) and Alvin Curling Crescent (south intersection).
3. Approved the prohibition of parking from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on both sides of Serenity Court between Alvin Curling Crescent and the southwest end of Serenity Court.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about matters for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Following Scarborough Community Council direction, this Division has been requested to report on overnight parking prohibitions on Alvin Curling Crescent, Porcelain Terrace and Serenity Court.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75176.pdf
Location Plan - Alvin Curling Area
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75177.pdf
Motions
SC4.15 - TTC Queue Jump Lane - Finch Avenue East, West of Markham Road
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Community Council Recommendations
Scarborough Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council designate the southerly eastbound lane on Finch Avenue East, between a point 50 metres west of Markham Road and a point 460 metres further west, as a reserved lane for public transit vehicles (PTVs).
2. City Council designate the southerly eastbound lane on Finch Avenue East, between Markham Road and a point 50 metres west, for eastbound right turns only (buses excepted).
Origin
Summary
The purpose of this report is to seek authorization to install an eastbound transit queue jump lane for the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) on Finch Avenue East West of Markham Road. The TTC is seeking this reserved lane as a means to expedite their public transit vehicles (PTV) along this portion of Finch Avenue East.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75178.pdf
Location Plan - Finch Avenue East, West of Markham Road
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75179.pdf
Motions
SC4.16 - Overnight Parking Prohibition - Shellamwood Trail
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved the prohibition of parking from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on both sides of Shellamwood Trail (north-south leg) between Chartland Boulevard South and the south intersection of Shellamwood Trail (east-west leg).
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about matters for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Following Scarborough Community Council direction, this Division has been requested to report on the potential for an overnight parking prohibition on Shellamwood Trail.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75078.pdf
Location Plan - Shellamwood Trail
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75079.pdf
Motions
SC4.17 - Residential On-street Permit Parking in Ward 42
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Withdrawn
- Ward:
- 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council withdrew the letter dated December 12, 2014, from Councillor Raymond Cho regarding Residential On-street Permit Parking in Ward 42 from the Agenda at his request.
Summary
This item was withdrawn.
Motions
SC4.18 - 35 and 45 Danforth Road - Zoning Amendment Application - Preliminary Report
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 35 - Scarborough Southwest
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Directed Planning staff to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 35 and 45 Danforth Road together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Directed Planning staff to give Notice for the community consultation meeting to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Directed City Clerk's staff to give Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act according to the regulations of the Planning Act.
Origin
Summary
This application proposes a zoning by-law amendment to permit 116, three and a half storey stacked townhouses configured in four separate buildings at 35 and 45 Danforth Road. Vehicular access is proposed from Danforth Road and a total of 142 resident and visitor parking spaces are proposed in an underground parking garage and at grade.
This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.
A final report will be prepared and a public meeting will be scheduled once all identified issues have been satisfactorily resolved and all required information is provided.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75330.pdf
Motions
SC4.19 - 2301 Brimley Road, 2329-2361 Brimley Road, 0 Commander Boulevard, and 175 Commander Boulevard - Zoning Amendment Application - Preliminary Report
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Ward:
- 41 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Directed Planning staff to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 2301 Brimley Road 2329-2361 Brimley Road, 0 Commander Boulevard and 175 Commander Boulevard together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Directed Planning staff to give Notice for the community consultation meeting to landowners and residents within 300 metres of the site and to all tenants within the Chartwell Shopping Centre, and further, that the additional cost for the notice be borne by the applicant.
3. Directed City Clerk's staff to give Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act according to the regulations of the Planning Act.
Origin
Summary
This application proposes to introduce several new commercial uses to the existing Chartwell Shopping Centre, a shopping plaza within the Neighbourhood Commercial (NC), zone at 2301 Brimley Road, 2329-2361 Brimley Road, 0 Commander Boulevard and 175 Commander Boulevard.
This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.
The application should proceed through the normal planning review process including the scheduling of a community consultation meeting. A final report will be prepared and public meeting scheduled once all required information is provided by the applicant and issues raised during the review are addressed in a satisfactory manner.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75327.pdf
Motions
That Recommendation 2 be amended to read:
"2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 300 metres of the site and to all tenants within the Chartwell Shopping Centre, and further, that the additional cost for the notice be borne by the applicant."
SC4.20 - 3615 McNicoll Avenue - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Amendment - Final Report
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 42 - Scarborough-Rouge River
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Community Council Recommendations
Scarborough Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 3615 McNicoll Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment No. 9 to report dated January 30, 2015, from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.
2. City Council amend Zoning By-law 24982 for the lands at 3615 McNicoll Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 10 to report dated January 30, 2015, from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough 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.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on February 18, 2015, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.
Origin
Summary
This Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning application proposes a 186 square metre vehicle fuel station with convenience store, a 280 square metre eating establishment with a drive-through facility, a two storey 2,250 square metre office building with ground floor retail, and two industrial buildings (1,338 square metres and 1,248 square metres respectively) at 3615 McNicoll Avenue.
The development consists of a mixture of commercial, office and industrial uses on a vacant site on a major arterial road. The proposal achieves a number of city goals and objectives. The development will add vitality to corner of Markham Road and McNicoll, providing employment opportunities and small scale service and retail opportunities for the local employment area on a major road.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75307.pdf
Notice of Public Meeting - 3615 McNicoll Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75308.pdf
Communications
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/comm/communicationfile-50854.pdf
(February 2, 2015) E-mail from Walter H. Watt, Property Administrator, Trans-Northern (SC.Main.SC4.20.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/comm/communicationfile-50910.pdf
Motions
SC4.21 - 85 Keeler Boulevard - Zoning Amendment and Subdivision Applications - Final Report
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 43 - Scarborough East
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Community Council Recommendations
Scarborough Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Morningside Community Zoning By-law No. 11883, as amended, for the lands at 85 Keeler Boulevard substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 7 to the report dated January 27, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District.
2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law No. 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 85 Keeler Boulevard substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 6 to the report dated January 27, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District.
3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendments as may be required.
4. In accordance with the delegated approval under by-law 229-2000, as amended, City Council be advised that the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning intends to approve the draft plan of subdivision as generally illustrated on Attachment 8 to the report dated January 27, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District, subject to:
a. the conditions as generally listed in Attachment 8 to the report dated January 27, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District, which except as otherwise noted must be fulfilled prior final approval and the release of the plan of subdivision for registration; and
b. any such revisions to the proposed subdivision plan or any such additional modified conditions as the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning may deem to be appropriate to address matters arising from the on-going technical review of this development.
Decision Advice and Other Information
Origin
Summary
These applications propose a 51-unit residential subdivision comprised of 25 detached residential lots and 13 lots for a total of 26 semi-detached dwellings and a new 18.5 metre (60.7 foot) wide public street on a former school site at 85 Keeler Boulevard.
This proposal represents the residential infill and redevelopment of an underutilized, former public school site for detached dwellings. The proposed new public street and lot orientation will continue the pattern of development that currently exists throughout this neighbourhood. The proposal conforms to the Provincial Policy Statement, the Growth Plan and the Official Plan. The proposed rezoning and draft plan of subdivision are considered appropriate for the use and development of the lands.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law and advises that the Chief Planner may approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75334.pdf
Notice of Public Meeting - 85 Keeler Boulevard
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75335.pdf
Motions
SC4.22 - 0 Clemes Drive - Zoning Amendment Application - Final Report
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 44 - Scarborough East
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Community Council Recommendations
Scarborough Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Centennial Community Zoning By-law No. 12077, as amended, for the lands at 0 Clemes Drive substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 6 to report dated January 29, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District.
2. City Council amend City-wide Zoning By-law No. 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 0 Clemes Drive substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 7 to report dated January 29, 2015, from the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough District.
3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on February 18, 2015, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.
Origin
Summary
This application proposes to rezone the lands at 0 Clemes Drive (the "Site") to permit the construction of seven detached dwellings. The ravine portion of the Site will be conveyed to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, and re-zoned Major Open Spaces (O) Zone in the Centennial Community Zoning By-law No. 12077, as amended, and Open Space – Natural (ON) Zone in the City-wide Zoning By-law No. 569-2013, as amended.
The proposal conforms to the City's Official Plan and the Provincial Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, and is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement. The proposed number of detached dwellings, along with their height, lot coverage, floor area and setbacks represent an appropriate and compatible form of infill development that will fit naturally into the surrounding neighbourhood. The rezoning of the ravine portion of the Site, which forms part of the Natural Heritage System, the Ravine By-law Protected area, and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's Fill Regulated Area is appropriate for the future protection of the lands, and meets several important objectives of the land use, Green Space System and natural heritage system policies.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75339.pdf
Notice of Public Meeting - 0 Clemes Drive
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-75340.pdf
Motions
SC4.23 - Events of Municipal Significance for Liquor Licensing Purposes
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Ward:
- 37 - Scarborough Centre
Community Council Recommendations
Scarborough Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has no objection, for liquor licensing purposes, to the following restaurants temporarily extending their patios during the Taste of Lawrence Festival on Friday, July 3, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight; on Saturday, July 4, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight; and on Sunday, July 5, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.:
Winner's Bar & Grill – 2181 Lawrence Avenue East
Diana's Oyster Bar & Grill – 2105 Lawrence Avenue East
The Wexford Restaurant – 2072 Lawrence Avenue East
noting that applicants are required to comply with other applicable by-laws and to obtain the necessary permits for any patio areas extending into the City's right of way.
2. City Council, for liquor licensing purposes, advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, that it has no objection to granting a liquor license to the following Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto 2015 event:
Organization of Calypso Performing Artiste
Saturday, July 25, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
PC HO Cultural Centre - 5183 Sheppard Avenue East, Scarborough District, Ontario
Decision Advice and Other Information
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Endorsed the twelfth annual Taste of Lawrence Festival, on Lawrence Avenue East between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road, from July 3 to July 5, 2015 inclusive, and declared it to be an event of municipal and/or community significance.
2. Endorsed the Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto 2015, and declared it to be an event of municipal significance for liquor licensing purposes.
Origin
Summary
Seeking Community Council's endorsement of an event for liquor licensing purposes.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-76670.pdf
Motions
That Scarborough Community Council:
1. Endorse the twelfth annual Taste of Lawrence Festival, on Lawrence Avenue East between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road, from July 3 to July 5, 2015 inclusive, and declare it to be an event of municipal and/or community significance.
2. Recommend that City Council advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has no objection, for liquor licensing purposes, to the following restaurants temporarily extending their patios during the Taste of Lawrence Festival on Friday, July 3, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight; on Saturday, July 4, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight; and on Sunday, July 5, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.:
Winner's Bar & Grill – 2181 Lawrence Avenue East
Diana's Oyster Bar & Grill – 2105 Lawrence Avenue East
The Wexford Restaurant – 2072 Lawrence Avenue East
noting that applicants are required to comply with other applicable by-laws and to obtain the necessary permits for any patio areas extending into the City's right of way.
23a - Events of Municipal Significance for Liquor Licensing Purposes
Origin
Summary
Seeking Community Council's endorsement of an event for liquor licensing purposes.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-76704.pdf
Motions
That Scarborough Community Council:
1. Endorse the Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto 2015, and declare it to be an event of municipal significance for liquor licensing purposes.
2. Recommend that City Council, for liquor licensing purposes, advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, that it has no objection to granting a liquor license to the following Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto 2015 event:
Organization of Calypso Performing Artiste
Saturday, July 25, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
PC HO Cultural Centre - 5183 Sheppard Avenue East, Scarborough District, Ontario.
SC4.24 - Request for Report on Possible Winter Parking Prohibition in Scarborough
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
Community Council Decision
Scarborough Community Council:
1. Requested the Director of Transportation Services, Scarborough District, to report to the Scarborough Community Council on the feasibility of the prohibition of parking on streets in Scarborough on snow fall and snow removal days.
Origin
Summary
Requesting the Director of Transportation Services, Scarborough District to report on the feasibility of the prohibition of parking on streets in Scarborough on snow fall and snow removal days.
Motions
That the Director of Transportation Services, Scarborough District, be requested to report to the Scarborough Community Council on the feasibility of the prohibition of parking on streets in Scarborough on snow fall and snow removal days.
SC4.25 - Enactment of By-laws
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
Community Council Decision
General Bills
Scarborough Community Council enacted By-laws 297-2015 to 308-2015.
Confirmatory Bill
Scarborough Community Council passed a Confirmatory Bill as By-law 309-2015.
Summary
Introduction and consideration of Bills for Enactment as By-laws.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-76763.htm
Motions
That the Scarborough Community Council pass and declare as by-laws Bills 292 to 299 and 301 to 304 prepared for the February 18, 2015 Meeting 4 of the Community Council.
Scarborough Community Council |
Bill No. | By-law No. | Status | Title and Authority |
By-laws - February 18, 2015 | |||
292 | 297-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Ellendale Drive at Bergen Road. |
293 | 298-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Lord Roberts Drive at Fitzgibbon Avenue. |
294 | 299-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Adams Drive. |
295 | 300-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Robinson Avenue. |
296 | 301-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Briar Dale Boulevard, Elmview Drive, Ferncroft Drive, Parkview Heights, Rathmore Avenue, Tilburn Place, Winston Churchill Drive and Woodland Park Road. |
297 | 302-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Arnott Street, Fitzgibbon Avenue, Khartoum Avenue, Marengo Avenue, Maretta Avenue, Medina Crescent, Rutledge Avenue and Romulus Drive. |
298 | 303-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Borough Drive. |
299 | 304-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Mountland Drive. |
301 | 305-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Alvin Curling Crescent, Porcelain Terrace and Serenity Court. |
302 | 306-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Shellamwood Trail. |
303 | 307-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Fallingbrook Drive and Fallingbrook Road. |
304 | 308-2015 | Enacted | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas, to change the number of members of the Sheppard East Village Business Improvement Area Boards of Management required for quorum. |
That the Scarborough Community Council pass and declare as a by-law a confirmatory bill to confirm the legislative proceeding of the Scarborough Community Council acting under delegated authority at Meeting 4 on February 18, 2015.
335 | 309-2015 | Enacted | To confirm the proceedings of Scarborough Community Council at Meeting 4 held on February 18, 2015 as it relates to decisions made under delegated authority. |
Withdrawn Bills
Bill No. | By-law No. | Status | Title and Authority |
300 | Withdrawn | To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Meadowacres Drive. |
Procedural Motions
That the Minutes of the meeting held on January 13, 2015, be confirmed.
Chin Lee, Chair, Scarborough Community Council
Meeting Sessions
| Session Date | Session Type | Start Time | End Time | Public or Closed Session |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-02-18 | Morning | 9:38 AM | 12:30 PM | Public |
| 2015-02-18 | Afternoon | 1:37 PM | 1:48 PM | Public |
Attendance
| Date and Time | Quorum | Members |
|---|---|---|
| 2015-02-18 9:38 AM - 12:30 PM (Public Session) |
Present |
Present: Paul Ainslie, Michelle Berardinetti, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Jim Karygiannis, Norman Kelly, Chin Lee (Chair), Ron Moeser, Michael Thompson |
| 2015-02-18 1:37 PM - 1:48 PM (Public Session) |
Present |
Present: Paul Ainslie, Michelle Berardinetti, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Chin Lee (Chair), Ron Moeser Not Present: Jim Karygiannis, Norman Kelly, Michael Thompson |