Naming a Parkette at 55B Brock Avenue in Honour of Pat Capponi

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City Council adopted the Commemorative Framework at its July 2022 meeting. The Framework provides guidance to the public, Elected Officials, and City staff regarding the commemorative naming and renaming of streets and City properties, and the consideration of proposals for new and existing commemorative monuments. The subject naming proposal was submitted by Ward 4 (Parkdale-High Park) City Councillor Gord Perks. The proposal seeks to name a new parkette located at 55B Brock Avenue as "Pat Capponi Parkette".

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This proposal has garnered significant support from long-time residents and community members who either collaborated directly with Pat Capponi or recognize her substantial impact on the Parkdale community. Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with the Economic Development and Culture Division, and Strategic Partnerships reviewed the application. The review concluded that the naming proposal satisfies the criteria of the Property Naming Policy and aligns with the Guiding Principles for Commemoration.

Staff recommended

The Interim General Manager, Parks and Recreation recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council adopt the naming of a parkette at 55B Brock Avenue to "Pat Capponi Parkette".

Naming a Parkette at 55B Brock Avenue in Honour of Pat Capponi

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