Extension of the Alcohol in Parks Pilot - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie

With five of these parks are in my ward, I have closely monitored the feedback that residents have shared with my office. Residents have expressed their appreciation for the pilot program as they have enjoyed the ability to have a drink with their family and friends. Since we've seen very limited issues I am asking City Council's support for an extension and to allow City Councillors who are part of the current pilot to opt out of the extension of the pilot through the Fall and Winter until a final policy is approved. The reason this is urgent is the pilot expires October 9, 2023 and without an extension the rules will revert to their pre-pilot prohibition.

3. City Council direct the Interim General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to consult with City Councillors who are part of the current Alcohol in Parks Pilot program on their interest in opting out of the extended pilot as laid out in Part 1 above. 4. City Council direct the Interim General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to report back to City Council at its November 2023 meeting on any required further amendments to Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 608, Parks, to implement: a. an updated pilot park list based on consultations conducted as part of Part 3; or b. any additional safety restrictions required for the winter season.