Toronto City Council
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BL13.1adopted
Introduction of General Bills and Confirming Bills
City Council will introduce General Bills and Confirming Bills.
City Council on December 13, 14, and 15, 2023, passed By-laws 1222-2023 to 1332-2023.
CC13.1adopted
Office of the Integrity Commissioner - 2022 Annual Report
The Integrity Commissioner reports annually to City Council on the work of the Office. This Report for Action transmits to City Council the Commissioner's 2022 Annual Report.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council receive the 2022 Annual Report of the Office of the Integrity Commissioner for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Integrity Commissioner recommends that: 1. City Council receive the 2022 Annual Report of the Office of the Integrity Commissioner for information.
IA13.1received
Councillor Stephen Holyday, Ward 2, Etobicoke Centre, has submitted the following Administrative Inquiry: I am submitting this Administrative Inquiry under Municipal Code S27-7.11 for the December 13, 2023 meeting of City Council. I am requesting answers to the following questions: - What is the most recent assessment by staff of the total cost of renaming Dundas Street? Specifically, (a) what are the total costs that staff estimate will have to be paid by the city, the province, businesses and residents, if the city proceeds with changing the name of the street; and (b) what is the total cost, to date, for past spending on the renaming project, including but not limited to payments for consultants, community consultations, Community Advisory Committee meetings, honoraria, speakers, etc.? - How have staff incorporated information published in three peer-reviewed articles about Henry Dundas in the last two years into the information provided to the Mayor and Councillors? Specifically, what steps have staff taken to inform the Mayor and Councillors about the analysis of Professor Angela McCarthy in three articles published in the peer-reviewed journal Scottish Affairs in 2022 and 2023, regarding (a) the accuracy of accusations against Henry Dundas, (b) the responses of Edinburgh and Toronto to these accusations, and (c) newly unearthed archival evidence that shows that Henry Dundas was genuinely seeking to end the slave trade. If they do not intend to inform the Mayor and Councillors about this scholarship, what is the rationale?
City Council on December 13, 14, and 15, 2023, received Administrative Inquiry IA13.1 from Councillor Stephen Holyday, Ward 2, Etobicoke Centre, regarding Renaming Dundas Street and Answer from the City Manager IA13.1a, for information.
MM13.1adopted
The Toronto Transit Commission bus route "88 South Leaside" operates in part west on Moore Avenue, south on Welland Avenue, and west on St. Clair Avenue East. The Toronto Transit Commission advises that their bus operators are experiencing difficulty making a westbound left-turn from Moore Avenue onto Welland Avenue because private vehicles are frequently parked on the west side of Welland Avenue, in close proximity to Moore Avenue. This prevents buses from making this turn safely. Transportation Services, in consultation with the The Toronto Transit Commission, are recommending that stopping be prohibited at all times on the west side of Welland Avenue, between Moore Avenue and a point 43 metres further south. This will provide The Toronto Transit Commission bus operators with space to safely perform left turns, maintain unobstructed two-way traffic flow, and reduce the risk of collisions. This will improve traffic operations and safety for all road users. The area currently contains approximately 5 on-street parking spaces.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the west side of Welland Avenue, between Inglewood Drive and Moore Avenue. 2. City Council prohibit parking from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the west side of Welland Avenue, between Inglewood Drive and a point 43 metres south of Moore Avenue. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Welland Avenue, between Moore Avenue and a point 43 metres further south.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday, recommends that: 1. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the west side of Welland Avenue, between Inglewood Drive and Moore Avenue. 2. City Council prohibit parking from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the west side of Welland Avenue, between Inglewood Drive and a point 43 metres south of Moore Avenue. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Welland Avenue, between Moore Avenue and a point 43 metres further south.
RM13.1adopted
- O Canada - Moment of Silence
CALL TO ORDER: 9:39 a.m. Speaker Nunziata took the Chair and called the Members to order. The meeting opened with O Canada. December 13, 2023 Members of Council observed a moment of silence and remembered: Michael Gregory Arthurs Frank Bernardo Robin Breon Barbara Caplan George A. Cohon Norma McKenzie Charles Officer Bernie Pitters Yannis and Mimi Collias, and the Canadian victims of the Hamas terrorist attack against Israel. Speaker Nunziata addressed Council as follows: I would like to take a moment on behalf of Council to acknowledge the Indigenous Peoples of all the lands that we are on today. We do this to reaffirm our commitment and responsibility in improving relationships between nations and to deepening our own understanding of Indigenous peoples and their cultures. It is a moment to reflect on the importance of this land, which we each call home We acknowledge that City Council was meeting on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. We also acknowledge that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit. Speaker Nunziata advised Council of the following: For the benefit of those who are connected to the internet, the City Clerk has posted all of the agenda materials for today's meeting at toronto.ca slash council. Speaker Nunziata addressed Council as follows: Members, since the last meeting some of you have raised concerns with me about the use of Points of Privilege to make announcements in this Chamber. As a result, I have circulated a summary of the rules on Points of Order and Points of Privilege. It contains helpful do's and don'ts for you to consider when seeking the floor. I hope you have had a chance to review them, as I will be using this same guidance to chair the meeting, and I will only give you the floor if you are observing these rules.
CC13.2amended
Ontario-Toronto New Deal Agreement
The purpose of this report is to seek City Council's approval to execute the components of a New Deal with the Government of Ontario as described in the New Deal Term Sheet. On September 18, 2023, Premier Doug Ford and Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow announced a Working Group of senior public servants from the Government of Ontario and the City of Toronto with an objective of making recommendations to achieve long-term stability and sustainability of the City's finances. The Working Group provided recommended terms for an agreement, the " Ontario-Toronto New Deal Working Group - Term Sheet " on November 26, 2023. The term sheet includes a package of provincial supports to assist the City with its long-term financial plan as well as commitments required of the City. The term sheet also outlines expected supports from the federal government. This report summarizes the New Deal term sheet and requests Council authority to advance next steps in the implementation of the Toronto-Ontario New Deal. City staff will continue to seek authorities from City Council as required in specific areas identified in the term sheet. The City Manager will report back on implementation progress on the New Deal by the end of 2024.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve in principle the terms of the Ontario-Toronto New Deal Working Group Term Sheet document contained in Attachment 1 to the report (December 6, 2023) from the City Manager, and City Council authorize the City Manager, the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and other staff as required, to continue discussions with the Government of Ontario and to take the necessary actions, including acceptance of provincial funding in the amounts set out in the term sheet, together with the execution of any necessary agreements to do so, and to report back to Council to seek any authority as may be necessary to implement the Core Commitments. 2. City Council direct the Toronto Transit Commission Board to implement the City's commitments in the New Deal Term Sheet as it relates to the Toronto Transit Commission. 3. City Council request the Federal Government to be a full partner in the New Deal and direct the City Manager to transmit the Ontario-Toronto New Deal Working Group Term Sheet document contained in Attachment 1 to the report (December 6, 2023) from the City Manager to the Federal Government, underscoring the requirement for federal shelter funding for refugees and asylum seekers to unlock Provincial shelter funding of $200 million annually and federal matching dollars of $758 million to unlock Provincial funding for new subway trains on Line 2. 4. City Council request the City Manager to ensure that any Long Term Financial Plan efficiency measures recommended by staff for implementation, be brought forward for Council's consideration prior to implementation, as appropriate. 5. City Council direct City staff and the Toronto Transit Commission, to engage in negotiations with respect to future transit commitments, including operations and maintenance funding, the subway agreement in principle, and continued use of the provincial fare card system, at the appropriate time, with a view to achieving terms that are acceptable and in the best interests of the City of Toronto. 6. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (December 7, 2023) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege. Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (December 7, 2023) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege. Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (December 7, 2023) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Manager recommends that: 1. City Council approve in principle the terms of the Ontario-Toronto New Deal Working Group Term Sheet document contained in Attachment 1, and authorize the City Manager, the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and other staff as required, to continue discussions with the Government of Ontario and to take the necessary actions, including acceptance of provincial funding in the amounts set out in the term sheet, together with the execution of any necessary agreements to do so, and to report back to Council to seek any authority as may be necessary to implement the Core Commitments. 2. City Council direct the Toronto Transit Commission Board to implement the City's commitments in the New Deal Term Sheet as it relates to the Toronto Transit Commission.
IA13.2received
Councillor Stephen Holyday, Ward 2, Etobicoke Centre, has submitted the following Administrative Inquiry: I am submitting this Administrative Inquiry under Municipal Code S27-7.11 for the December 13, 2023 meeting of City Council. On February 13, 2023, the Chief Planner issued a report titled "Development Pipeline 2022" considered under item 2023.PH2.7 . In this report, staff provided information about development activity over the prior five and a half years. Among the information was that between January 1, 2017 and June 30, 2022 there were: - 717,327 total residential units proposed - 103,638 residential units built - 203,793 residential units approved but not built - 185,655 residential units approved but not built, accounting for demolitions - 409,896 residential units still under review - 373,415 net new residential units still under review I am requesting answers to the following questions: - How do each of these numbers reconcile to one another? - What are the updated figures, as of current, for units proposed, built, approved but not built, and still under review, and the net figures, as outlined above? - How many people do each of these updated figures is forecasted to accommodate? - How do each of these updated figures compare to the 2051 Provincial growth targets, and to what time period do the growth targets apply and may be compared to the updated figures? - How do each of these updated figures compare or apply to the City's "Municipal Housing Pledge" to take the necessary steps to facilitate the construction of 285,000 new homes in our community by 2031, and to what time period does the pledge apply and may be compared to the updated figures?
City Council on December 13, 14, and 15, 2023, received Administrative Inquiry IA13.2 from Councillor Stephen Holyday, Ward 2, Etobicoke Centre, regarding Housing Numbers and Answer from the City Manager IA13.2a, for information.
MM13.2adopted
The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment requesting variances from City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 (Application Number A0161/23SC), including seeking to legalize 7 secondary suites in the basement of single-detached dwelling. On October 18, 2023, the Scarborough District Panel of the Committee of Adjustment refused to grant the requested minor variances (Decision in Attachment 1). The applicant has appealed the refusal to the Toronto Local Appeal Body. In its report to Committee of Adjustment dated October 6, 2023, Scarborough District Community Planning staff determined that the proposal does not maintain the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law and is not in keeping with the existing physical character of the neighbourhood and recommended that the minor variance application be refused (Staff Report in Attachment 2). The Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing is set for February 28, 2024. The motion is before City Council as Applicant Disclosure and Notice of Intention to be a Party are due prior to the January 19, 2024 meeting of Scarborough Community Council, on December 20, 2023 and January 2, 2024 respectively (Notice of Hearing in Attachment 3). This Motion will authorize and direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing, along with appropriate City staff, in order to oppose the Appeal. This Motion will also authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, at the City Solicitor's discretion and in consultation with local Councillor and Scarborough District Community Planning.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing with appropriate City staff in order to oppose the Appeal and to uphold the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of Application A0161/23SC, respecting 8 Adams Drive. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the Appeal for 8 Adams Drive (Application A0161/23SC), and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to settle the matter on behalf of the City at the City Solicitor's discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Jennifer McKelvie, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing with appropriate City staff in order to oppose the Appeal and to uphold the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of Application A0161/23SC, respecting 8 Adams Drive. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the Appeal for 8 Adams Drive (Application A0161/23SC) and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to settle the matter on behalf of the City at the City Solicitor's discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.
RM13.2adopted
City Council will confirm the Minutes from the regular meeting held on November 8 and 9, 2023.
City Council confirmed the Minutes of Council from the regular meeting held on November 8 and 9, 2023.
CC13.3adopted
Appointment of Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services
The purpose of this report is to recommend to City Council the appointment of a Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint David Jollimore as Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services for the City of Toronto, with such appointment to be effective December 18, 2023, subject to written acceptance by the candidate of the terms and conditions of a contract of employment offered by the City, and City Council rescind the rotating Interim Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services appointments effective the same date. 2. City Council authorize the City Manager to negotiate terms and conditions of employment with the candidate. 3. City Council authorize the public release of the name and curriculum vitae summary of David Jollimore in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (December 6, 2023) from the City Manager upon City Council's approval of the appointment. The following curriculum vitae summary for David Jollimore is now public: Curriculum Vitae Summary EMPLOYMENT HISTORY 2014 - Present City of Toronto General Manager, Fleet Services (2022 - Present) Director, City-wide Real Estate Program (2016 - 2022) Director, Business Performance Management (2014 - 2016) 2014 Array Marketing, Toronto, Canada Executive Director, Technical Development Services 2008 - 2013 Blackberry (Research in Motion), Canada and Singapore Senior Director - Manufacturing and Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations 1991 - 2008 Celestica, Canada, Mexico and USA Various roles up to Director EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Technical University of Nova Scotia (TUNS, now Dalhousie University) Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering - Graduated with high honours
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Manager recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the candidate identified in the Confidential Attachment 1 to the position of Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services for the City of Toronto, with such appointment to be effective December 18, 2023, subject to written acceptance by the candidate of the terms and conditions of a contract of employment offered by the City, and rescind the rotating Interim Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services appointments effective the same date. 2. City Council authorize the City Manager to negotiate terms and conditions of employment with the candidate. 3. City Council authorize the public release of the name and curriculum vitae summary of the Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services contained in Confidential Attachment 1 upon City Council's approval of the appointment.
MM13.3adopted
The proposed alignment of the elevated guideway for the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension will be constructed along the north side of Eglinton Avenue West, extending between the tunnel portals east of Jane Street near Pearen Park and extending to portals to the west of Scarlett Road. The elevated guideway on the east side of Jane Street will be set back 10.6 metres from the face of the curb along Eglinton Ave. West, and will be located along the southern edge of the parklands of Fergy Brown Park and Pearen Park. Additionally, the elevated guideway on the west side of Jane Street will be set back 7.6 metres from the face of the curb along Eglinton Avenue West within the existing road allowance. This motion requests City staff, investigate opportunities to reduce setbacks between Eglinton Avenue West and the elevated guideway, along the proposed alignment, in order to bring the elevated guideway closer to the roadway and reduce impacts on the parklands.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Executive Director, Transit Expansion to investigate opportunities to reduce the setbacks between Eglinton Avenue West and the Eglinton Crosstown West elevated guideway, resulting in shifting the guideway to the south, and reducing the impact to Fergy Brown Park and Pearen Park and the existing road allowance along Eglinton Avenue West, and report to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee meeting on February 27, 2024.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Frances Nunziata, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Executive Director Transit Expansion to investigate opportunities to reduce the setbacks between Eglinton Avenue West and the Eglinton Crosstown West elevated guideway, resulting in shifting the guideway to the south, and reducing the impact to Fergy Brown Park and Pearen Park and the existing road allowance along Eglinton Avenue West, and report to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee meeting on February 27, 2024.
RM13.3adopted
Introduction of Committee Reports and New Business from City Officials
Report of the Executive Committee from Meeting 10 on December 5, 2023 Submitted by Mayor Olivia Chow Report of the Audit Committee from Meeting 3 on December 1, 2023 Submitted by Councillor Stephen Holyday, Chair Report of the Civic Appointments Committee from Meeting 9 on November 13, 2023 Submitted by Councillor Lily Cheng, Chair Report of the Civic Appointments Committee from Meeting 10 on December 4, 2023 Submitted by Councillor Lily Cheng, Chair Report of the Economic and Community Development Committee from Meeting 8 on November 28, 2023 Submitted by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, Chair Report of the General Government Committee from Meeting 8 on December 6, 2023 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Report of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee from Meeting 9 on November 29, 2023 Submitted by Councillor Jennifer McKelvie, Chair Report of the Planning and Housing Committee from Meeting 8 on November 30, 2023 Submitted by Councillor Gord Perks, Chair Report of the Striking Committee from Meeting 4 on December 6, 2023 Submitted by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, Chair Report of the Etobicoke York Community Council from Meeting 9 on November 13, 2023 Submitted by Councillor Stephen Holyday, Chair Report of the North York Community Council from Meeting 9 on November 14, 2023 Submitted by Councillor James Pasternak, Chair Report of the Scarborough Community Council from Meeting 9 on November 16, 2023 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Report of the Toronto and East York Community Council from Meeting 9 on November 15 2023 Submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Chair New Business submitted by City Officials.
Committee Reports and New Business were presented to City Council for consideration.
CC13.4adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal
At its meeting on November 28 and December 1, 2023, the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal considered Item NM3.1 and made recommendations to City Council. Summary from the report (November 21, 2023) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal will conduct interviews and recommend thirteen candidates to City Council for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal, for a term of office ending on December 15, 2027, and until successors are appointed: Ashifa Alibhai Jennifer Ansell Daniel Boyer Natasha Bronfman Emily Cole Joanne Foot Suzanne Graves Jenny Gumbs Mumtaz Jiwan Norine Nathanson Jeffrey Shapiro Harold Tan Helen Walsh 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (November 28, 2023) from the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal. Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (November 28, 2023) from the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal. The Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal, for a term of office ending on December 15, 2027, and until successors are appointed: Ashifa Alibhai Jennifer Ansell Daniel Boyer Natasha Bronfman Emily Cole Joanne Foot Suzanne Graves Jenny Gumbs Mumtaz Jiwan Norine Nathanson Jeffrey Shapiro Harold Tan Helen Walsh The City Clerk further recommends that: 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (November 28, 2023) from the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal remains confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal. Candidates' Biographies: Ashifa Alibhai is a dedicated professional with a strong passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her expertise lies in mediation and dispute resolution where she excels in communication, multi-tasking, and maintaining excellence under pressure. Currently, as a Mediator with the Ontario Mandatory Mediation Program, Ashifa facilitates negotiations, upholds confidentiality, and ensures compliance with mediated agreements. Additionally, Ashifa is the founder and operator of AHANSA Mediation Services Jennifer R. Ansell holds a Master of Laws, and is an experienced college and university professor, adjudicator, fact-finder, early resolution and dispute resolution professional. Ms. Ansell teaches various legal courses at Humber College and Negotiation for Business at the University of Guelph-Humber. She has been a Hearing Member with the Administrative Penalty Tribunal, City of Toronto, since2021. Ms. Ansell continues to enjoy assisting some of Canada's largest law firms mediate and settle their matters. Daniel Boyer (he/him) is a queer mediator, arbitrator, and consultant in dispute resolution. Through his company The Capacity Workshop, Dan trains and consults nonprofits and public service organizations on conflict management, board governance, strategic and resiliency planning, and culture creation and shift management. Dan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Global Conflict Studies, and trained in mediation and arbitration at York University. Natasha Bronfman is an experienced adjudicator with the Administrative Penalty Tribunal and the Consent and Capacity Board and holds a Certificate in Mental Health Law from Osgoode Hall Law School. She has just completed her 9-year term as Director for the Canadian Mental Health Association, Toronto Branch. She is currently a member of the Downtown Toronto and Anti-Racism Human Service and Justice Coordinating Committees, and is a past Fellow of the Canadian Gemmological Association. Emily Cole is an experienced adjudicator and a certified mediator. She is a veteran investigations and trial lawyer with nearly 30 years of experience. Emily resides in Toronto-Danforth. When she is not working for the Tribunal she can often be found in the City of Toronto's parks, ravines and beaches with her dog. Joanne Foot has lived in Toronto form most of her life and is proud of her city. She was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1983, following which she clerked for the Justices of the Court of Appeal of Ontario. Joanne spent most of her professional career in private practice, specializing in corporate law, including as a partner in two major law firms. Joanne enjoys teaching continuing education programs and uses her legal experience as an adjudicator on various tribunals. Suzanne Graves holds a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School, a Master of Public Administration from Queen's University and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of York, United Kingdom. She is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and practiced law at the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General for over 20 years. Jenny Gumbs is a graduate of Ryerson University. She has combined an active and successful career with a deep commitment to family and volunteerism. A former diplomat accredited to Canada, she is a certified adjudicator and experienced in adjudication. She proudly serves the community, while fulfilling varied and challenging mandates. She is actively involved in many community organizations, including Tarragon Theatre, After Breast Cancer and the Black Business and Professional Association. Mumtaz Jiwan has established a consistent track record as a highly competent and effective leader as mediator and adjudicator over 28 years. She is an experienced Hearing Officer. Her superior performance, advanced skills and mature judgement has won her the respect of both her peers and stakeholders. Mumtaz holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours, and certificates in mediation and advanced alternative dispute resolution. She has served as Board Member and volunteer in various organizations. Norine Nathanson has been a lawyer for 33 years. Prior to retiring, she served as the Executive Legal Officer to the Chief Justice of the Ontario Superior Court. She is an experienced criminal prosecutor and legal policy advisor. She volunteers with Lawyers Feed The Hungry and Global Medic, an agency providing humanitarian disaster relief. Jeffrey Shapiro is an experienced mediator, arbitrator, and tribunal adjudicator. He has served as a Vice-Chair at Ontario's Licence Appeal Tribunal and the Human Rights Tribunal, and has conducted arbitration proceedings on behalf of the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO). He began his career as a lawyer in private practice in the United States, practicing administrative and general law, including conducting arbitrations, by appointment, for Courts in Cleveland and Philadelphia. Harold Tan holds a Master of Laws (Alternative Dispute Resolution) from Osgoode Law School, and is a Qualified Mediator (Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Ontario and Canada). Additional, he holds a Certificate in Adjudication for Administrative Agencies, Boards and Tribunals (Society of Ontario Adjudicators and Regulators, Osgoode Professional Development). He is a workplace mediator, investigator and trainer. Helen Walsh has over 25 years experience in civil litigation and employment law. She also has extensive experience in workplace investigations and mediations and has written, taught, and coached in her areas of expertise. She was first appointed to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal in 2019. Ms. Walsh holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours from the University of Toronto, a Bachelor of Laws and Master of Laws (Alternative Dispute Resolution) from Osgoode Hall Law School, and a Certificate in Adjudication for Administrative Agencies, Boards and Tribunals.
MM13.4adopted
Participatory Budgeting is a system of direct democracy where residents suggest and then vote on how public funds are spent within their community. In May 2023, the local Councillor initiated a Participatory Budgeting process in Bayview Village community by hosting an Information Session and Ideas Generation Meeting. Local residents suggested over 70 project ideas which were then evaluated by City Staff in Parks, Forestry and Recreation and Transportation Services to assess costs and determine feasibility. In Fall 2023, the local Councillor advertised the November 3, 4, and 5, 2023 Participatory Budgeting Vote Days through various channels, including over 10,000 mailed flyers. Hundreds of votes were cast and the following projects were successful: 1. $90,000 to improve the pathway in Blue Ridge Park 2. $100,000 to improve the stairs at Clarinda Park 3. $100,000 to add fitness equipment to Clarinda Park 4. $70,000 to add sign plates to every street sign in the Bayview Village neighbourhood 5. $15,000 to add picnic tables and benches to Rean Park 6. $20,000 to improve the concrete planters at the entrances to the Bayview Village neighbourhood 7. $15,000 to add benches and seating stones to Bayview Village Park 8. $10,000 to add benches to Elkhorn Park 9. $10,000 to install a historical plaque at Thomas Clarke House The 2023-2032 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks, Forestry and Recreation includes a sub-project known as former Ward 24 Park Improvements, in the Park Development project, with cash flow of $99,980 in 2023 and $1,475,000 in 2024. This Service Improvement project includes funding of $502,352 cash flowed in 2024, funded from Section 37 community benefits received from 591 and 593 Sheppard Avenue East (source account: XR3026-3700776) to be allocated to capital improvements that will benefit the community, including parks, streetscape and public art. This motion requests that $430,000 in Section 37 community benefits received from 591 and 593 Sheppard Avenue East be relocated from Parks, Forestry and Recreation's former Ward 24 Park Improvements project to three new Bayview Village Participatory Budgeting projects, amending the 2023-2032 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks, Forestry and Recreation, for a new capital project in the amount of $330,000 and a new capital project for Transportation Services in the amount of $90,000 and increasing the 2023 Approved Operating Budget for Heritage Toronto by $10,000 gross and $0 net on a one-time basis.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend Parks, Forestry and Recreation's 2023 Capital Budget and 2024-2032 Capital Plan for the following: a. reduce the project cost and 2024 cashflow of the former Ward 24 Park Improvements sub-project, in the Park Development project, by $430,000 with funding from the Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 591 and 593 Sheppard Ave East (Source Account: XR3026-3700776); and b. create a new capital sub-project known as Bayview Village Participatory Budgeting Projects, with a project cost of $330,000, cash flowed in 2024, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 591 and 593 Sheppard Ave East (Source Account: XR3026-3700776) for the purpose of implementing local capital improvements in Blue Ridge Park, Clarinda Park, Rean Park, and Elkhorn Park, decided using Participatory Budgeting. 2. City Council amend Transportation Services 2023 Capital Budget and 2024-2032 Capital Plan to create a new capital sub-project known as Bayview Village Participatory Budgeting Project (account CTP423-06), with a project cost of $90,000, and cash flow of $30,000 in 2024 and $60,000 in 2025, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 591 and 593 Sheppard Avenue East (Source Account: XR3026-3700776) for the purpose of implementing local capital improvements decided using Participatory Budgeting, including sign plates to street signs and concrete planters at the entrances, both in the Bayview Village neighbourhood. 3. City Council increase the 2023 Operating Budget for Heritage Toronto by $10,000 gross, $0 net, on a one-time basis, for the purpose of undertaking the Bayview Village Participatory Budgeting Project, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 591 and 593 Sheppard Avenue East (Source Account: XR3026-3700776) for the purpose of installing a historical plaque at Thomas Clarke House.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Shelley Carroll, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. City Council amend Parks, Forestry and Recreation's 2023 Capital Budget and 2024-2032 Capital Plan for the following: a. reduce the project cost and 2024 cashflow of the former Ward 24 Park Improvements sub-project, in the Park Development project, by $430,000 with funding from the Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 591 and 593 Sheppard Ave East (Source Account: XR3026-3700776); and b. create a new capital sub-project known as Bayview Village Participatory Budgeting Projects, with a project cost of $330,000, cash flowed in 2024, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 591 and 593 Sheppard Ave East (Source Account: XR3026-3700776) for the purpose of implementing local capital improvements in Blue Ridge Park, Clarinda Park, Rean Park, and Elkhorn Park, decided using Participatory Budgeting. 2. City Council amend Transportation Services 2023 Capital Budget and 2024-2032 Capital Plan to create a new capital sub-project known as Bayview Village Participatory Budgeting Project (account CTP423-06), with a project cost of $90,000, and cash flow of $30,000 in 2024 and $60,000 in 2025, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 591 and 593 Sheppard Avenue East (Source Account: XR3026-3700776) for the purpose of implementing local capital improvements decided using Participatory Budgeting, including sign plates to street signs and concrete planters at the entrances, both in the Bayview Village neighbourhood. 3. City Council increase the 2023 Operating Budget for Heritage Toronto by $10,000 gross, $0 net, on a one-time basis, for the purpose of undertaking the Bayview Village Participatory Budgeting Project, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 591 and 593 Sheppard Avenue East (Source Account: XR3026-3700776) for the purpose of installing a historical plaque at Thomas Clarke House.
RM13.4received
Members of Council will declare interests under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
Members of Council declared interests under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
CC13.5adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal
At its meeting on November 30, 2023, the Nominating Panel - Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal considered Item ND4.1 and made a recommendation to City Council. Summary from the report (November 21, 2023) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal will conduct interviews and recommend two candidates to City Council for appointment to the Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal for a term of office beginning January 1, 2024 and ending on November 14, 2026, and until successors are appointed: Matthew Brown Nigel Waterman 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (November 30, 2023) from the Nominating Panel - Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal. Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (November 30, 2023) from the Nominating Panel - Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal. The Nominating Panel - Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal for a term of office beginning January 1, 2024 and ending on November 14, 2026, and until successors are appointed: Matthew Brown Nigel Waterman The City Clerk further recommends that: 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (November 30, 2023) from the Nominating Panel - Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Dangerous Dog Review Tribunal. Candidates' Biographies: Matthew Brown is a lawyer practicing municipal law in Toronto. His practice focuses on the defence of public authorities. He also has significant experience with regulatory matters and complex by-law prosecutions especially the municipal regulatory response to the sharing economy. Prior to practicing municipal law, Matt defended lawyers as preferred counsel for the Lawyers' Professional Indemnity Company. Nigel Waterman is an adjudicator with over 25 years experience. He holds a Master's degree in Public Administration and completed the Certificate in Adjudication for Administrative Agencies, Boards and Tribunals.
MM13.5adopted
The film and television production industry in Toronto contributes an annual production volume of $2.6 billion, and employs 35,000 Torontonians. The success of this growing industry is predicated on having studio space to accommodate production. Studios are the draw for international productions, and house the tens of thousands of jobs that exist in this sector. They are a foundational asset that drives industry capacity. The Toronto Film, Television, and Digital Media Board benefits greatly from having strong representation from studio operators. Sarah Farrell is the General Manager and General Counsel at Pinewood Toronto Studios. She has worked with the studios since 2013, joining as full-time General Counsel and Director of Human Resources in 2018. Before becoming a lawyer, she worked for over 15 years on and off stage and screen with some of Canada's most influential arts and entertainment organizations, including the Canadian Broadcast Corporation, Mirvish Productions, SUN TV, the Canadian Stage Company and the Second City Toronto. She holds a Bachelor of Arts and Juris Doctor from Queen's University.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint Sarah Farrell to the Toronto Film, Television and Digital Media Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on November 14, 2026.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll, recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidate to the Toronto Film, Television and Digital Media Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on November 14, 2026: Sarah Farrell
RM13.5received
Members of Council may file petitions.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, received the following petitions for information: 1. Petition regarding "It's Time to Ban the Bag and Stop Single Use Plastics", submitted by Councillor Morley, Ward 3 - Etobicoke-Lakeshore, containing the names of approximately 150 persons. 2. Petition regarding "It's Time to Ban the Bag and Stop Single Use Plastics", submitted by Councillor Fletcher, Ward 14 - Toronto-Danforth, containing the names of approximately 300 persons. 3. Petition regarding "It's Time to Ban the Bag and Stop Single Use Plastics", submitted by Councillor Bravo, Ward 9 - Davenport, containing the names of approximately 100 persons. 4. Petition regarding "It's Time to Ban the Bag and Stop Single Use Plastics", submitted by Deputy Mayor Malik, Ward 10 - Spadina-Fort York, containing the names of approximately 303 persons. 5. Petition regarding "It's Time to Ban the Bag and Stop Single Use Plastics", submitted by Councillor Perks, Ward 4 - Parkdale-High Park, containing the names of approximately 526 persons. 6. Petition regarding "It's Time to Ban the Bag and Stop Single Use Plastics", submitted by Councillor Saxe, Ward 11 - University-Rosedale, containing the names of approximately 100 persons. 7. Petition regarding "It's Time to Ban the Bag and Stop Single Use Plastics", submitted by Councillor Cheng, Ward 18 - Willowdale, containing the names of approximately 48 persons.
CC13.6adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the Sign Variance Committee
At its meeting on November 29, 2023, the Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee considered Item NS2.1 , and made recommendations to City Council. Summary from the report (November 14, 2023) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee will conduct interviews and recommend to City Council three candidates for appointment to the Sign Variance Committee. The Panel will also recommend one candidate as Chair of the Sign Variance Committee, to be nominated from the three recommended candidates or the current members of the Sign Variance Committee.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint Janet Ross as Chair of the Sign Variance Committee for a term of office ending on March 9, 2026, and until a successor is appointed. 2. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Sign Variance Committee for a term of office ending on December 16, 2027, and until successors are appointed: Irene Buncel Derek Lett Tony Tsui 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (November 29, 2023) from the Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Sign Variance Committee. Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (November 29, 2023) from the Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Sign Variance Committee.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee. The Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee recommends that: 1. City Council appoint Janet Ross as Chair of the Sign Variance Committee for a term of office ending on March 9, 2026, and until a successor is appointed. 2. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Sign Variance Committee for a term of office ending on December 16, 2027, and until successors are appointed: Irene Buncel Derek Lett Tony Tsui The City Clerk further recommends that: 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (November 29, 2023) from the Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Sign Variance Committee. Candidates' Biographies: Irene Buncel has worked in the area of complaints resolution since 2009, first at the Office of the Ontario Ombudsman, then City of Toronto Ombudsman and at the Fair Practices Commission since 2012 (internal Ombudsman to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board). She was licensed by the Law Society of Ontario in 2012 as a paralegal, earned a LLB (Bachelor of Laws) in 2021 and is currently working on an LLM (Master of Law) at Osgoode Law School. In addition to the complaints resolution, she has been a volunteer at several not for profit organizations including Meals on Wheels East York. Derek Lett is a professor, mediator and an experienced public sector executive who has held leadership roles in line ministries, central agencies and legislative oversight agencies of the Ontario government. He has served on several community boards, including as a past member of the city's Committee of Adjustment, North York Panel. Janet Ross is a graduate of the University of Manitoba where she received a Bachelor of Arts. She is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School and called to the Ontario Bar. She was employed as a lawyer in the private sector and later joined the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada, Hearings Determination Division as a Refugee Protection Officer until her retirement in 2019. Tony Tsui is passionate about the challenges of city building based on his Civil Engineering background. His educational and professional experience includes working in various engineering capacities with the Regional Municipality of York, City of Toronto, and the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change as well as an environmental consulting firm. He completed his Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and a Master's degree in environmental engineering.
MM13.6adopted
During the pandemic ensuring that our small businesses survived was a key shared goal of all levels of government. From providing resources to allow for safe shopping, CafeTO, to financial supports many, but not all, small businesses survived. However for months local businesses have been raising the alarm about the upcoming deadline for the repayment of the Canada Emergency Business Account. Many businesses are having to take out loans to cover the repayment that is due, further increasing the financial pressure on them. Many of them are still feeling the pressure and effects of the pandemic. They have been clear that the Federal Government's deadline will have a serious impact. Extending the repayment period would keep our local small businesses on a secure footing, helping them to continue to animate our neighbourhoods for years to come. City Council has requested the Federal Government to create a multi-year, no interest, repayment plan for small businesses who received the Canada Emergency Business Account and forgive $20,000 for businesses who agree to the multi-year repayment plan, as part of its decision on Item 2023.MM6.1, and to extend the qualification for partial loan forgiveness of up to 33 percent to December 31, 2024 as part of its decision on Item 2023.EC6.3. These calls have been echoed by the Premiers of all provinces and territories, along with City Council on multiple occasions. With time running out the Federal Government needs to hear loud and clear that they need to act.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Federal Government to extend the repayment deadline for the Canada Emergency Business Account to December 31, 2024. 2. City Council forward this Item to all Toronto area Members of Parliament, for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Federal Government to extend the repayment deadline for the Canada Emergency Business Account to December 31, 2024 2. City Council forward this Item to all Toronto area Members of Parliament, for information.
RM13.6received
Presentations, Introductions and Announcements
Various presentations and announcements will be made at the City Council meeting.
Various presentations, introductions and announcements were made to City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023. December 13, 2023 Speaker Nunziata, during the morning session of the meeting, called upon Mayor Olivia Chow to address City Council in recognition of Gregg Lintern on his retirement as Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. Mayor Chow acknowledged the outstanding career of Gregg Lintern on his retirement from the City of Toronto after 40 years. Mayor Chow remarked that Mr. Lintern was a model of dedication, professionalism, courage and integrity during his career, guided by a sense of humility, generosity and deep belief that Toronto is a resilient and beautiful City. Mayor Chow recognized Mr. Lintern's career milestones and the impacts of his expertise on the City. Mayor Chow congratulated Mr. Lintern, thanked him for his contribution to the City of Toronto, and presented him with a commemorative scroll. Gregg Lintern addressed City Council and thanked Mayor Chow for her remarks. Mr. Lintern thanked his wife and daughter for their support during his career. Mr. Lintern thanked the Deputy Chief Planner, the Chief Planning Team, Directors, the extended City Leadership Team, the Mayor and Members of Council for their excellent work and support. Mr. Lintern reflected on what he has learned throughout his career that shaped his perspective as a City Planner including Indigenous perspectives, design for people, systemic bias, and building a more inclusive City. Councillor Perks, as Chair of the Planning and Housing Committee, during the morning session of the meeting, gave remarks on Gregg Lintern's retirement as Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. Councillor Bradford, during the morning session of the meeting, gave remarks on Gregg Lintern's retirement as Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. Councillor Cheng, during the morning session of the meeting, made an announcement on the wrapping up the Toronto for All Campaign on Anti-East Asian Hate on November 1. Councillor Cheng remarked on her experience with Anti-East Asian hate growing up and the rise of Anti-East Asian hate after the pandemic. Councillor Cheng thanked the Toronto for All team and called on everyone to continue working for a more inclusive and accepting City. Councillor Bravo, during the morning session of the meeting, welcomed the D'Amico family, who were present in the Chamber. Councillor Bravo recognized the Anne Marie D'Amico foundation, dedicated to ending violence against women and children and announced that City Council had, earlier in the fall, declared gender-based violence as an epidemic and that steps will be taken municipally to ensure the epidemic is no more. Councillor Bravo thanked the D'Amico family for the Foundation's work. Deputy Mayor Malik, during the afternoon session of the meeting, announced the City's 2023 United Way Employee Campaign was in its final weeks and close to meeting the goal of 2.3 million dollars. Deputy Mayor Malik remarked on all the ways everyone has contributed toward the goal, including her own fundraising effort when she climbed the CN Tower. Deputy Mayor Malik acknowledged the outstanding work and impact of the United Way of Greater Toronto and their continued effort to tackle challenges such as poverty, lack of affordable housing, discrimination, and the rise of cost of living, and encouraged everyone to continue to work towards the goal. December 14, 2023 Councillor Cheng, during the morning session of the meeting, held up the Body Bag for Her, commissioned by Aura Freedom, whose vision is that all women and girls live free from violence. Councillor Cheng acknowledged November 25 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, supported by declaration by Mayor Chow, and that at its meeting on July 19, City Council unanimously voted to declare intimate partner violence as an epidemic in Toronto, an epidemic that impacts children even more than women. Councillor Cheng stated that the Body Bag for Her represented a powerful reminder of all women silently dealing with violence at home and thanked Marissa Kokkoros, Danielle Warren, and Hannah Casey from Aura Freedom, who were present in the Council Chamber, and acknowledged all gender-based violence advocates. Councillor Bravo, during the morning session of the meeting, made an announcement regarding the Power of Us Report published by the Community Foundation, as the City's champion for the work. Councillor Bravo stated the Vital Signs report gives an overview of the health, well-being, and challenges faced yearly by the City of Toronto. Councillor Bravo noted the report highlights isolation and disengagement as this year's challenge, and reminded everyone that the connection through many programs and infrastructure offered by the City is crucial for the social challenges faced by the City. Councillor Colle, during the morning session of the meeting, announced that Chef Wayne prepared a special Jamaican Christmas lunch by the Café on the Square that was available to everyone. Councillor Colle acknowledged the hard work of the kitchen staff and asked everyone to support local kitchen workers. Councillor Bradford, during the morning session of the meeting, welcomed Grade 5 students from Bowmore Road Public School and their teacher, Ms. Dale Davis, who were present in the Chamber.
CC13.7amended
Uber Litigation Regarding Limit on Number of Private Transportation Company Driver Licences
The City Solicitor is currently preparing a report to request further instructions and to provide confidential legal advice on a court application brought by Uber Canada Inc. and Uber Raisier Canada Inc. against the City. The City Solicitor's report is intended to be considered by City Council at its meeting of December 13, 14, and 15, 2023 and will be made available before that meeting.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council rescind part 20 adopted as part of Item EC6.6 at its meeting of October 11 and 12, 2023, which adopted a policy to maintain the net total of vehicle-for-hire and private transportation company driver's licences at a number no greater than the number as of October 12, 2023, with the exception of owned but not leased zero-emission vehicles, and direct the Executive director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to resume issuing vehicle-for-hire and private transportation company driver licences under the previous system and direct the City Manager to report to a meeting of the Executive Committee, that reports to the March 20, 2024 meeting of City Council, so the public may participate and Council may consider his advice and any public or stakeholder input, on options to limit the number of vehicle-for-hire and private transportation company driver licences, including advice on whether it is appropriate to exempt zero emission vehicles and taking into consideration congestion, climate targets, public transit, and transportation planning, and measures the City may take if Council imposes a cap at a number less than the number of existing licences at the time Council decides. 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (December 6, 2023) from the City Solicitor remain confidential in its entirety as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client and litigation privilege. Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (December 6, 2023) from the City Solicitor remains confidential in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM13.7adopted
In 2021, an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment was approved by the Ontario Land Tribunal to permit a mixed-use development of the former Toronto District School Board lands located at 90 Croatia Street, 980 Dufferin Street, and 1141 Bloor Street West. The approved redevelopment includes affordable and new market housing, retail, a new daycare, community space, a new park, a new public street, and conservation of heritage at 980 Dufferin Street. The timing of the conveyance of the new park and new public street was secured in the applicable zoning by-law and Section 37 agreement. The Owner of the aforementioned lands has submitted an application to the Committee of Adjustment for variances to modify the timing of the conveyance of the new park and new public street. Council approval is required to amend the Section 37 agreement should the variances be approved by the Committee of Adjustment. This motion will provide staff if the authority to amend the existing Section 37 agreement to reflect the revised timing and ensure the agreement is consistent with the variances, and any other necessary amendments that may be required to implement these changes. In a report to the Committee of Adjustment, attached as Attachment "1", Planning staff have recommended the Committee of Adjustment impose conditions imposing additional financial securities for the conveyances of the park and the street to ensure that the City's interest will be protected through the process, and requiring the owner to enter into an amending Section 37 agreement and to register the amended agreement on the subject lands. The Owner has agreed to these conditions. Nothing in this motion will fetter the consideration of variance application by the Committee of Adjustment.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. If the Committee of Adjustment approves the Variance Application A0313/23TEY for the property municipally known 1141 Bloor Street West, 980 Dufferin Street and 90 Croatia Street, City Council require the Owner to enter into an Amending Section 37 Agreement, pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act (as it read the day before the date Section 1 of Schedule 17 of the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020, came into force), to make amendments to the existing Section 37 Agreement registered on title to the lands as Instrument AT5850352 to implement the Committee's decision in a manner, content and form satisfactory, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. If the Committee of Adjustment approves the Variance Application A0313/23TEY for the property municipally known 1141 Bloor Street West, 980 Dufferin Street and 90 Croatia Street, City Council require the Owner to enter into an Amending Section 37 Agreement, pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act (as it read the day before the date Section 1 of Schedule 17 of the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020 came into force), to make amendments to the existing Section 37 Agreement registered on title to the lands as Instrument AT5850352 to implement the Committee's decision in a manner, content and form satisfactory, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.
RM13.7amended
City Council will review the Order Paper.
December 13, 2023: City Council adopted the December 13, 2023 Order Paper, as amended, and all other Items not held on consent. December 14, 2023: City Council adopted the December 14, 2023 Order Paper. December 15, 2023: City Council adopted the December 15, 2023 Order Paper.
CC13.8amended
On January 27, 2023, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice released its decision in the Regional Municipality of Waterloo v. Persons Unknown and to be Ascertained (2023 ONSC 670) (the Decision). In the Decision, the Court denied the Region of Waterloo's application for a declaration that the homeless individuals living in an encampment on a municipal property were in breach of one of the Region's by-law. The Court declared the by-laws violated section 7 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms in that it deprives homeless residents of the Encampment of life, liberty and security of the person in a manner not in accordance with the principles of fundamental justice and is not saved by Section 1 of the Charter.
City Council on December 13, 14 and 15, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Toronto Shelter and Support Services and any other appropriate City Divisions, to consider the Court rulings in the Regional Municipality of Waterloo v. Persons Unknown and City of Kingston's application to Superior Court in November 2023, and the judicial analysis of individuals' rights under Section 7 the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, in the development of the updated Interdepartmental Service Protocol for Homeless People Camping in Public Spaces (IDP), and to report back to Economic and Community Development Committee in the second quarter of 2024 on the updated policy response for the City of Toronto with respect to people living outside, that is accordance with individuals' Charter rights. 2. City Council direct the appropriate City staff to consult with the Toronto Accessibility Advisory Committee on the issue of meaningful accessibility for persons with disabilities in the City's shelter system at a meeting by the third quarter of 2024. 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (December 5, 2023) from the City Solicitor remain confidential in its entirety, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege and pertains to potential litigation. Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (December 5, 2023) from the City Solicitor remains confidential in its entirety, in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege and pertains to potential litigation.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council receive this report for information. 2. City Council direct that the confidential information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 remain confidential in its entirety, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege and is in relation to potential litigation.