Authorization to Release Section 45(9) funds for the Production and Installation of a Plaque to Commemorate the North Toronto Lawn Bowling and Croquet Club - by Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll

Edward Stockdale, resident of Alexandra Gardens, was a keen lawn bowler and he laid down the original green and built a small clubhouse in the ravine behind his house. Stockdale and several other interested parties obtained Letters of Patent for a corporation in the name of the North Toronto Lawn Bowling Club. Its purpose was the promotion of the games of lawn bowling, curling, skating, tennis, and other winter and summer sports. Stockdale's facility was leased from him for an annual fee of $5. In 1921 Stockdale deeded the Club property to the City of Toronto, and since then the North Toronto Lawn Bowling Club has continued to occupy its greens and clubhouse facilities under various arrangements with the City. In 1928, a major portion of the greens were torn up in the process of building the North Toronto trunk sewer, which enclosed a creek passing through the small ravine property. In 1997, the Club was approached by a group of avid croquet players who wished to bring their membership and sport to its greens. The name of the Club was then officially changed to the North Toronto Lawn Bowling and Croquet Club. This Motion is urgent so the work can get underway.