Commemorative Tree Marker

A tree in the city boulevard that was damaged in the collision was removed. For several years the tree stump remained, marked with the same brass numbers of his police badge: "9824". The tree stump was eventually removed and a memorial tree was planted at that location honouring the legacy of Constable John Zivcic, who died in the line of duty. The commemorative lilac tree was unveiled in a ceremony on September 15, 2023, and is located in the grass boulevard on the south side of Bloor Street West, just west of the intersection of Neilson Drive, adjacent to other city trees. The City of Toronto has a long standing and popular Commemorative Tree Program which allows the public to pay tribute to a loved one by planting a tree, facilitated through the Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division. Under the program a small stone marker and inscribed plaque is placed to assist in identifying the tree. Examples of trees and their markers are found throughout the city. The purpose of this motion is to authorize Transportation Services to approve the placement of the marker within the boulevard area of the road allowance, adjacent to the commemorative tree.