Toronto City Council
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BL32.1adopted
Introduction and Enactment of General Bills and Confirming Bills
City Council will introduce and enact General Bills and Confirming Bills. Consolidated Bills Index for May 5 and 6, 2021 City Council Meeting http://app.toronto.ca/tmmis/viewBillBylaw.do?meeting=2021.CC32
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, enacted By-laws 339-2021 to 406-2021.
CC32.1adopted
Ombudsman Toronto 2020 Annual Report
Pursuant to section 173(2) of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 and the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 3, the Ombudsman is required to submit an annual report on the activities of her office directly to City Council.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council receive the Ombudsman Toronto 2020 Annual Report for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Ombudsman recommends that: 1. City Council receive the Ombudsman Toronto 2020 Annual Report for information.
DM32.1adopted
206 Russell Hill Road - Request for Directions Regarding Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Hearing
On September 9, 2019, the applicant appealed to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal citing Council's failure to make a decision on the Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control applications within the timeframe prescribed by the Planning Act. The case management conference was held on January 28, 2020. The Zoning By-law Amendment application proposes a 4-unit, 3-storey (13.7 metre) townhouse building with 8 parking spaces located within a below-grade garage. The proposal includes 1,252 square metres of gross floor area and a total density of 1.13 times the area of the site. The existing house would be demolished. The Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control applications were deemed complete on May 18, 2018. The purpose of this report is to request further instructions regarding a matter appealed to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public, as follows: 1. City Council accept the "without prejudice" settlement offer as described in Confidential Appendix A and Confidential Appendix B (the "Settlement Offer") to the report (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor and subject to Parts 2 to 4 below. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to attend the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal hearing on the Zoning By-law Amendment in support of the Settlement Offer for the lands municipally known as 206 Russell Hill Road (the "Site"). 3. Should the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal approve the Zoning By-law Amendment application, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal to withhold the issuance of the final Order on the Zoning By-law Amendment appeal until such time as: a. the final form and content of the Zoning By-law Amendment are to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor, substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings in Confidential Appendix B to the report, (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor, including the re-zoning of the rear portion of the Site to Open Space - Natural (ON) to be conveyed into public ownership as directed by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; and b. the owner has, at its sole expense: i. submitted a revised Functional Servicing Report, including confirmation of water and fire flow, sanitary and storm water capacity, Stormwater Management Report and Hydrogeological Report (the "Engineering Reports") to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, in consultation with the General Manager, Toronto Water and confirmation that the amending by-laws do not require any modifications to address the accepted Engineering Reports, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and the City Solicitor; and ii. submitted a revised Landscape Plan and Arborist Report acceptable to, and to the satisfaction of, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 4. City Council direct the following regarding Site Plan Approval, whereby the owner shall: a. provide plans and drawings, including a site plan and tree protection and planting/restoration/naturalization plan clearly depicting the area zoned Open Space - Natural to be conveyed in public ownership to the City, at no cost to the City, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and such requirement for conveyance of the land be secured in the Site Plan Agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and conveyed to the City as a pre-approval condition of Site Plan Approval; b. preserve the Category 4 Red Oak tree (identified as Tree 2) that is located in the northeast portion of the Site, in accordance with the Tree Inventory and Preservation Plan and Arborist Report prepared by Kuntz Forestry Consulting Inc. dated March 24, 2021 (on file with the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation) and with such report to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation; c. submit a revised landscape and naturalization planting plan to Ravine and Natural Feature Protection for review and approval, where such plans and drawings shall contain details for lands located immediately north within Winston Churchill Park and for the western portion of the Site and such an approved landscape plan and naturalization planting plan will be secured as a plan and drawing as part of Site Plan Approval to the satisfaction of Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation; and d. as a pre-approval condition to site plan approval, provide for compensation for the loss of trees and the disturbance to the ravine and natural heritage systems services to be directed towards including improvements along the north property line within the Winston Churchill Park, and such landscape improvements may include improvements on the adjacent City park lands (or a financial contribution for such improvements), with the details of such landscape improvements to be reflected in revised Landscape Plans to be approved as part of the Site Plan Approval process and the final financial contribution to be determined by, and to the satisfaction of, the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation. 5. City Council authorize and direct City Officials to take the necessary steps to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor are now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council).
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in the Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in the Confidential Attachment 1, Confidential Appendix "A" and Confidential Appendix "B" to the report (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor, if adopted by City Council. 3. City Council direct that all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (March 29, 2021) from the City Solicitor is to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM32.1adopted
The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment (Application A0001/21NY) (the "Application") to construct a new dwelling with an integral garage. The Application requests variances for height, length, side yard setbacks, and floor space index. The Committee of Adjustment approved the Application at its hearing on March 25, 2021. The Notice of Decision is attached as Attachment 1. The Decision was appealed by the Leaside Residents Association to the Toronto Local Appeal Body. This Motion will authorize the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body with appropriate City Staff or outside consultants, in order to oppose the minor variances requested in the Application. This Motion will also give the City Solicitor authority to negotiate a settlement of the appeal and retain outside consultants as necessary. This matter is time sensitive and urgent as the City Solicitor requires instructions to attend the hearing in opposition to the proposal.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor, with appropriate City staff, to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing respecting the appeal of the Committee of Adjustment's approval of Application A0001/21NY for 140 Divadale Drive, in opposition to the proposal. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the appeal and, if a resolution is reached, to settle the appeal at the City Solicitor's discretion, and in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Jaye Robinson, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor, with appropriate City staff, to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing respecting the appeal of the Committee of Adjustment's approval of Application A0001/21NY for 140 Divadale Drive, in opposition to the proposal. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the appeal and, if a resolution is reached, to settle the appeal at the City Solicitor's discretion, and in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.
RM32.1adopted
- O Canada - Moment of Silence
CALL TO ORDER: 9:34 a.m. Speaker Nunziata took the Chair and called the Members to order. The meeting opened with O Canada. May 5, 2021 Members of Council observed a moment of silence and remembered: Henry Chu John Patrick Kruger Garth Stanley Wayne Magloire Rocco Mastrangelo Sr. Anastasios (Tom) Michalopoulos Anne Moore Ihor Pelech W. Galen Weston Mayor Tory addressed City Council to commemorate the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Mayor Tory spoke of the Prince's support of Her Majesty, the Queen, throughout her reign and of Prince Philip's dedication to public service. Mayor Tory recognized the positive impacts that the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Program has had on Toronto. City Council viewed a short video presentation featuring images of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh during visits to the City of Toronto over the past 70 years. City Council observed a moment of silence in memory of His Royal Highness, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Speaker Nunziata acknowledged 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. Speaker Nunziata also acknowledged that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 signed 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/council. Members, although Civic Buildings, including City Hall are currently closed to the public, I want to emphasize that today's Council meeting is being conducted publicly and is being streamed live on YouTube. I want to welcome the public who are watching our meeting this morning.
CC32.2amended
Appointment of Public Members to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board
On April 16, 2021, the Corporations Nominating Panel conducted interviews and recommended five public members and two tenant directors to City Council for appointment to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending May 6, 2023, continuing to serve until successors are appointed: Lawrence D'Souza Linda Jackson Warren Law Brenda Parris Maureen Quigley, as Chair 2. City Council waive Section 2.6 of the Public Appointments Policy concerning restrictions on multiple appointments with regard to the appointment of Lawrence D'Souza in Part 1 above. 3. City Council appoint the following two candidates to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board as Tenant Directors, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending May 6, 2023, continuing to serve until successors are appointed: Carrie MacNeil Jim Meeks 4. City Council direct that Confidential Attachments 1, 2 and 3 to the report (April 8, 2021) from the Interim City Clerk remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board. 5. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (April 8, 2021) from the Interim City Clerk remain confidential as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board. Confidential Attachments 1, 2 and 3 to the report (April 8, 2021) from the Interim City Clerk remain confidential in their entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (April 8, 2021) from the Interim City Clerk remains confidential 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 Seniors Housing Corporation Board.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Corporations. The Corporations Nominating Panel recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending May 6, 2023, continuing to serve until successors are appointed: Lawrence D'Souza Linda Jackson Warren Law Brenda Parris Maureen Quigley, as Chair 2. City Council appoint the following two candidates to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board as Tenant Directors, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending May 6, 2023, continuing to serve until successors are appointed: Carrie MacNeil Jim Meeks 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachments 1, 2 and 3 to the report (April 8, 2021) from the Interim City Clerk remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board. 4. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (April 8, 2021) from the Interim City Clerk remain confidential as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Seniors Housing Corporation Board. Candidates' biographies: Lawrence D'Souza Lawrence, a CPA, brings a diverse set of skills and real-world experience from the private and public sectors in finance, planning, regulatory regimes, audit, accounting, risk management, policy and research, corporate governance, and the knowledge of various federal, provincial and municipal laws and regulations. He holds multiple professional designations and certifications in Accounting, Auditing, Management and Risk Management. He has worked for the Canadian federal and Ontario provincial governments. Linda Jackson Linda Jackson is an experienced health care leader and social worker with substantial professional and Board experiences focused in health and community services . Linda has a particular interest in equity informed approaches to her professional and volunteer roles and a commitment to support the creation of senior friendly health and community services and communities. Linda is a former Board member of TCHC with lived experience as a daughter of a tenant who lived in a TCHC seniors building. Warren Law Mr. Law has devoted considerable time to working on behalf of public institutions having a focus on seniors-related issues. The immediate past Chair of the board of directors at West Park Health Centre, Mr. Law continues to chair the Hospital's committee on Long Term Care issues. Mr. Law has served on boards of directors in various parts of the health care sector and in all his appointments, he has brought a consensus-building, collaborative approach to dealing with key public issues. Carrie MacNeil (Tenant Director) Carrie has senior expertise in HR management, research and organizational communication. She has served as editor and writer for the national scanning publication of a major trade association; conducted communication audits in various Toronto hospitals; and recruited executive staff for associations. She is a founding member of her community's Tenant Association and a 25+ years volunteer assisting women re-entering the workforce following incarceration, domestic violence and addictions. Jim Meeks (Tenant Director) Jim Meeks has been involved in community building efforts and projects for many years and his skills and experience are a good fit with the mandate of the Seniors Housing Corporation Board. His commitment as a tenant representative helped to build a strong and vibrant community with special focus on security, agency liaison, community animation and harm reduction. He is dedicated to building a legacy of a just, diverse community. Brenda Parris Brenda is a respected professional with over 20 years experience in settlement and immigration, services for seniors' and persons with disabilities. Her leadership in workplace diversity and community advocacy provide her with the ability to mediate solutions and 'think outside of the box' for effective solutions. She is recognized as a 'bridge builder', noted for her established leadership qualities, dedication and resourcefulness. Maureen Quigley, as Chair Maureen Quigley, M.A, ICD.D has held Board leadership positions in national, provincial and community not-for-profit and government agencies and advised many Boards in the Canadian health sector. Seniors housing and support services have been a rewarding part of her Board and professional work during her 45 year career spanning the Government of Ontario, Metropolitan Toronto and as Principal of Maureen Quigley & Associates Inc. She received the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for Community Service in 2012.
MM32.2adopted
This Motion is for the allocation of $156,287.06 of Section 37 funds towards a memorial commemorating the life and contributions of former Deputy Mayor Pam McConnell. At its meeting of July 23, 2018, City Council directed staff to honour the late Pam McConnell by renaming the Aquatic Centre in Regent Park after her, and incorporating a memorial bench and commemorative statue in her memory. http://app.toronto.ca/tmmis/viewAgendaItemHistory.do?item=2018.MM44.120 In 2019, work was begun on the project, and then the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic created delays through 2020. In 2021, staff reengaged with the project. While the budget for the bench and signage is being covered by the Parks, Forestry and Recreation Capital Budget, the commemorative artwork is unfunded. Economic Development and Culture staff have begun drafting the terms of reference for a public art commission for the site, but a budget must be identified for the call. Planning staff have identified Section 37 funds available from 75, 77, and 83 Mutual St that may be applied to this project adhering to uses identified in the by-law. It is anticipated that the call for proposals will be released at the public unveiling of the new signage for the Pam McConnell Aquatic Centre later this summer. The artwork will be installed in 2022.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2021- 2030 Council Approved Capital Budget and Plan for Economic Development and Culture by $156,287.06 gross and $0 debt in project costs with cash flow funding of $25,000 in 2021 and future year commitments of $131,287.06 in 2022 for the new Public Art - Pam McConnell memorial project, fully funded by Section 37 funds (Planning Act Reserve Funds) received from the development at 75, 77, and 83 Mutual Street, secured for community/cultural/recreational space improvements in the local area (Source Account XR3026-3700877) for the purpose of commissioning, fabricating and installing the Pam McConnell commemorative artwork at 640 Dundas Street West, as directed by City Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, seconded by Mayor John Tory, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2021- 2030 Council Approved Capital Budget and Plan for Economic Development and Culture by $156,287.06 gross and $0 debt in project costs with cash flow funding of $25,000 in 2021 and future year commitments of $131,287.06 in 2022 for the new Public Art - Pam McConnell memorial project, fully funded by Section 37 funds (Planning Act Reserve Funds) received from the development at 75, 77, and 83 Mutual Street, secured for community/cultural/recreational space improvements in the local area (Source Account XR3026-3700877) for the purpose of commissioning, fabricating and installing the Pam McConnell commemorative artwork at 640 Dundas Street West, as directed by City Council.
RM32.2adopted
City Council will confirm the Minutes from the regular meeting held on April 7 and 8, 2021.
City Council confirmed the Minutes of Council from the regular meeting on April 7 and 8, 2021.
CC32.3adopted
Property Standards Committee - Appointment of Public Members
On April 20, 2021, the Nominating Panel - Property Standards Committee conducted interviews and recommended nine candidates to City Council for appointment to the Property Standards Committee.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint the following candidate to the Toronto and East York Panel of the Property Standards Committee for a term of office ending May 15, 2023 and until a successor is appointed: Stephen Job 2. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Property Standards Committee for a term of office ending May 5, 2025 and until successors are appointed: Etobicoke York Panel James Douglas Lawrence Lo North York Panel Kevin King Robert Ruggiero Scarborough Panel Lisa Mallia Jan Seaborn Toronto and East York Panel Johanna Braden Laura Herbert 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachments 1, 2, 3 and 4 to the report (April 8, 2021) from the Interim City Clerk remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Property Standards Committee. Confidential Attachments 1, 2, 3 and 4 to the report (April 8, 2021) from the Interim City Clerk remain confidential in their entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Property Standards Committee.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Property Standards Committee. The Nominating Panel - Property Standards Committee recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidate to the Toronto and East York Panel of the Property Standards Committee for a term of office ending May 15, 2023 and until a successor is appointed: Stephen Job 2. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Property Standards Committee for a term of office ending May 5, 2025 and until successors are appointed: Etobicoke York Panel James Douglas Lawrence Lo North York Panel Kevin King Robert Ruggiero Scarborough Panel Lisa Mallia Jan Seaborn Toronto and East York Panel Johanna Braden Laura Herbert 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachments 1, 2, 3, and 4 to the report (April 8, 2021) from the Interim City Clerk remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Property Standards Committee.
MM32.3adopted
This Motion seeks approval to release Section 37 funds of in the amount of $50,000 to The Queensway Business Improvement Area for the completion of streetscape improvements. The Queensway Business Improvement Area has been working in partnership with the City, through the Business Improvement Area office on the reconstruction of the sidewalk on the north side of The Queensway just east of Islington Avenue. The sidewalk is safe to walk on, but stepped. By making the sidewalk flush with landscaping, is consistent with the shoptheQueensway Business Improvement Area's vision for a safe, pedestrian-oriented area. As such, the City request the Business Improvement Area's consideration. The reconstruction will incorporate sustainable green infrastructure to assist in storm-water management and reduce heat island effects. The Business Improvement Area will maintain the new tree planters as part of the sidewalk improvements. Funds have been secured through a Section 37 agreement for the development at 784 The Queensway for streetscape improvements in the area. The funds secured have been received by the City and sufficient monies remain uncommitted for this project.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend the 2021 Approved Capital Budget for Economic Development and Culture to increase the shoptheQueensway project (CED104-73) by $50,000 gross and $0 debt in project costs and cash flow of $50,000 in 2021, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained in the development at 784 The Queensway (Source Account: XR3026-3701047) to complete streetscape improvements on The Queensway.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mark Grimes, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday, recommend that: 1. City Council amend the 2021 Approved Capital Budget for Economic Development and Culture to increase the shoptheQueensway project (CED104-73) by $50,000 gross and $0 debt in project costs and cash flow of $50,000 in 2021, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained in the development at 784 The Queensway (Source Account: XR3026-3701047) to complete streetscape improvements on The Queensway.
RM32.3adopted
Introduction of Committee Reports and New Business from City Officials
Deferred Items: Item TE21.9 Item TE23.10 Item TE23.21 Other Deferred Matter: Item DM32.1 Report of the Executive Committee from Meeting 23 on April 29, 2021 Submitted by Mayor John Tory, Chair Report of the Board of Health from Meeting 27 on April 12, 2021 Submitted by Councillor Joe Cressy Report of the Economic and Community Development Committee from Meeting 21 on April 27, 2021 Submitted by Councillor Michael Thompson, Chair Report of the General Government and Licensing Committee from Meeting 22 on April 26, 2021 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Report of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee from Meeting 21 on April 28, 2021 Submitted by Councillor Jennifer McKelvie, Chair Report of the Planning and Housing Committee from Meeting 22 on April 22, 2021 Submitted by Councillor Ana Bailão, Chair Report of the Striking Committee from Meeting 8 on April 12, 2021 Submitted by Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong, Chair Report of the Etobicoke York Community Council from Meeting 23 on April 19, 2021 Submitted by Councillor Mark Grimes, Chair Report of the North York Community Council from Meeting 23 on April 20, 2021 Submitted by Councillor James Pasternak, Chair Report of the Scarborough Community Council from Meeting 23 on April 23, 2021 Submitted by Councillor Jennifer McKelvie, Chair Report of the Toronto and East York Community Council from Meeting 24 on April 21, 2021 Submitted by Councillor Gord Perks, Chair New Business and Business Previously Requested submitted by City Officials
Committee Reports, New Business and Business Previously Requested were presented to City Council for consideration.
CC32.4adopted
Development Charges Deferral for Anduhyaun Shelter
In response to the April 7, 2021 Council request, this report comments on the feasibility of deferring the payment of development charges for Anduhyaun Women's Shelter, a violence against women emergency shelter. The development proposal by Anduhyaun Women's Shelter is to construct a three storey Crisis Care Shelter for women. The shelter is a family support shelter that is substance free and provides culturally sensitive counselling and referrals for women and their children. The City's development charges bylaw requires a payment of $135,055.67 at the time of building permit issuance. While it is feasible to provide a deferral through a section 27 agreement, staff recommend that Council refer this request to the comprehensive bylaw review currently underway. This report seeks authority to enter into an agreement to defer payment until that review has been completed and where Council may see it fit to provide an exemption of the charges. This report has been prepared in consultation with the City Legal Services and Toronto Building.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, in consultation with the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, to enter into an agreement in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, to defer the payment of development charges for Anduhyaun Women's Shelter proceeding under building permit number 20-232944 based on the general terms and conditions in Attachment 1 to the report (April 29, 2021) from the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, including any amendments to previously executed agreements, as necessary, relating to the payment of development charges. 2. City Council direct the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer to review this matter as part of the development charges bylaw review process currently underway.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, in consultation with the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, to enter into an agreement in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, to defer the payment of development charges for Anduhyaun Women's Shelter proceeding under building permit number 20-232944 based on the general terms and conditions in Attachment 1, including any amendments to previously executed agreements, as necessary, relating to the payment of development charges. 2. City Council direct the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer to review this matter as part of the development charges bylaw review process currently underway.
MM32.4adopted
I am requesting that Toronto City Council support Montreal City Council in its April 20, 2021 adopted motion moved by City Councillor Marvin Rotrand, urging the Bank of Canada and the Royal Canadian Mint to ensure future Canadian currency more accurately reflects the values of the multicultural, gender diverse and multiracial society Canada has become. In 2015, the campaign to include women on Canadian currency was supported by a petition signed by 75,000 names sponsored by British Columbia writer Merna Forster who observed that Queen Elizabeth's image on our money is due to her position as Head of State, and not because she is a woman. Montreal City Councillor Marvin Rotrand sponsored a motion as did Toronto Councillor Mary Fragedakis. These actions were cited by Stephen Poloz, the head of the Bank of Canada in 2015, for helping launch the process that ultimately led to Viola Desmond being featured on the new Canadian $10 bill, starting November 19, 2018. In the pursuit to better reflect a more heterogeneous and inclusive society this Motion speaks to our currency being overrepresented by politicians, most of whom are white and male, underrepresenting persons who have contributed to other fields of great importance to our society. Our currency does not reflect our current multiracial, gender diverse and multicultural reality as a nation. In the United States, the Biden administration has recently decided to replace the image of President Andrew Jackson, who has appeared since 1928 on the United States $20 bill, with that of Harriet Tubman, who incarnates the struggle against slavery. The Biden administration is also considering special coin and bill issues which will give prominence to those who championed women's rights as well as civil and voting rights. Those being considered include Lucretia Mott, Sojourner Truth, Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Alice Paul, Martin Luther King Jr. and Marian Anderson. Now is the time for Canada to present a more diverse face to the world. This Motion reflects the evolution of our cities and Country and will have resonance with the Bank of Canada and the Government of Canada, celebrating Canada in the 21st century.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council urge the Bank of Canada and the Royal Canadian Mint to ensure, in future issuance of Canadian currency, that it better reflects the values of the multicultural, gender diverse and multiracial society Canada has become. 2. City Council request the City Manager to correspond with the Minister of Finance, the Bank of Canada, the Royal Canadian Mint, and Montreal City Council for their support.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, recommends that: 1. City Council urge the Bank of Canada and the Royal Canadian Mint to ensure, in future issuance of Canadian currency, that it better reflects the values of the multicultural, gender diverse and multiracial society Canada has become. 2. City Council request the City Manager to correspond with the Minister of Finance, the Bank of Canada, the Royal Canadian Mint, and Montreal City Council for their support.
RM32.4received
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.
CC32.5adopted
Getting to the Root of the Issues - 60 Day Action Plan Update
On February 9, 2021, the Auditor General released a report entitled "Getting to the Root of the Issues: A Follow-Up to the 2019 Tree Maintenance Services Audit", which was tabled at the Audit Committee meeting on February 16, 2021. This report was in response to City Council's request that the Auditor General report further to the Audit Committee on Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division's (PFR) review of work performed by tree maintenance vendors. The Auditor General's report provided 18 recommendations for the consideration of City Council, that are aimed to strengthen PFR's oversight, monitoring and contract management related to tree maintenance services to ensure value for money for the City. In addition, the Audit Committee made 12 recommendations to City Council for consideration and provided three directions to PFR, in response to the Auditor General's report, which included the request for the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to provide an update on the progress made with respect to the 60-day actions and report directly to the May 5 and 6, 2021 meeting of City Council. PFR agrees with the assessment and recommendations of the "Getting to the Root of the Issues: A Follow-Up to the 2019 Tree Maintenance Services Audit" report and has established a 30/60/90 Day Plan of Action to advance short and medium term deliverables related to the report's recommendations, which focus on three key objectives: - improve tree maintenance crew oversight; - enhance contract management measures; and - improve productivity and operational efficiency. PFR had the opportunity to respond to the Auditor General's recommendations at the February 16, 2021 Audit Committee meeting through the delivery of a presentation which focused on this 90-day work program and outlined the 13 actions PFR will take. Further, PFR provided a 30-day update at the City Council meeting of April 7/8. The purpose of this report is to respond to the Audit Committee's direction on February 16, 2021, that PFR report directly to the May 5 and 6, 2021 meeting of City Council with a progress update on the 60-day Action Plan. PFR will be subsequently reporting back on the following topics on the following dates: - update on the progress made with respect to the 90-day actions to May 31, 2021 Audit Committee; and - improved system to deal with parked cars that impede tree maintenance crews to May 31, 2021 Audit Committee.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council receive the report (April 27, 2021) from the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. City Council receive this report for information.
MM32.5adopted
The future development of the City of Toronto's Canada Square lands is subject to a 350 page agreement which was signed between the developer, Oxford Properties, and the City of Toronto in 2018. In view of the critical importance of this publicly owned land to the future of one of Toronto's major crossroads, Yonge and Eglinton, and its impacts on not only the three Wards it abuts (Wards 8, 12, and 15) but also a major transit hub as the Yonge Subway Line and future Eglinton Crosstown LRT Project intersect here, it is in the public interest that this confidential agreement, which has not been made public since 2018, be made available due to the new development application submitted for the lands consisting of: - 5 Residential Towers - Tower 1 at 60 storeys (204.2 metres); - Floors 1-27 Office Space; - Floors 28-60 Residential; - Tower 2 at 70 storeys (231.7 metres); - Tower 3 at 60 storeys (204.2 metres); - Tower 4 at 55 storeys (184.3 metres); and - Tower 5 at 45 storeys (154.3 metres) Totaling 2,701 Residential Units. Using the City's "Growing Up Guidelines" where 25 percent of all units in residential mid-rise and high-rise must be "larger units," one could assume: - 675 Units would be dedicated to 2 - 3 Bedrooms; - At a conservative estimation, an additional 5,500+ residents could be added within the entire development; and - According to the Midtown in Focus Study, about 20,000 people already lived in the "Yonge-Eglinton Centre" or 34 percent of the 61,000 people in all of Midtown in 2017. City Council passed a resolution in support of the nine Residents' Associations in the area requesting that development be delayed until there is a comprehensive regional review of this development. Without full disclosure of the agreement between the City of Toronto, the Toronto Transit Commission, and the development partner, Oxford Properties, it will not be possible for the local Residents' Associations and the public at large to make fully-informed planning and development decisions on the future of these critical lands. It is essential that this agreement be made available to the public immediately to ensure that the City can engage in full and transparent community consultation. Given the significant impacts this proposal will have on Wards 8, 12, and 15, and the further strain it will have on the existing infrastructure in the area including: recreational facilities, open space, parks, housing, servicing, transit, and congestion, this document should be made public immediately. Further, the development application submitted for this site should be referred to the Planning and Housing Committee for its review.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the City Manager, in consultation with the appropriate City Officials, to make the signed agreement with Oxford Properties regarding the Canada Square lands, located at 2200 Yonge Street, and all related documents available to the public immediately, to support a full and transparent process of disclosure of the future development of this vital public asset, and City Council refer the development application at this site to the Planning and Housing Committee for review. May 18, 2021: The Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management has provided the following documents for public release. They can be accessed under Background Information (City Council): 1. Canada Square Consolidated Ground Lease Summary 2. Consolidated Amended and Restated Lease 3. Commencement Agreement 4. Toronto Transit Commission Development Lands Lease
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Jaye Robinson, recommends that: 1. City Council request the City Manager, in consultation with the appropriate City Officials, to make the signed agreement with Oxford Properties regarding the Canada Square lands, located at 2200 Yonge Street, and all related documents available to the public immediately, to support a full and transparent process of disclosure of the future development of this vital public asset, and City Council refer the development application at this site to the Planning and Housing Committee for review.
RM32.5received
Members of Council may file petitions.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, received the following petition for information: 1. Petition headed "Vaccinate Transit Workers Now", submitted by Councillor Shelley Carroll, Ward 17, Don Valley North, containing the names of approximately 636 persons.
CC32.6adopted
The purpose of this report is to advise on the results of Negotiated Request for Proposal (NRFP) Document Number 2305234907 for the provision of arboricultural services for various locations throughout the City of Toronto, and to request authority for the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to enter into agreements with the top-ranked Proponents meeting the requirements set out in the NRFP. The consolidated cost of awarding contracts to the five successful proponents over the award period of two (2) years to the City of Toronto is $40,412,989 net of all taxes, or $41,124,257 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries. Details of the award are provided in the financial impact and comments sections. This NRFP was developed as a strategic sourcing initiative by the Purchasing and Materials Management Division's Category Management and Strategic Sourcing (CMSS) unit and Urban Forestry's operations and contract management team. The requirements of the NRFP followed current industry best practices and incorporated the recommendations from the Auditor General's reports to facilitate better contract management. As a result of this sourcing initiative, the City will benefit from a variety of suppliers with different size of operations and capabilities, access to live GPS to improve accountability, and service level agreements to hold suppliers accountable in terms of contract requirements. Furthermore, the contract pricing after negotiations is 7% below the established baseline.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to enter into, and execute, an agreement with: a. Ontario Line Clearing an Tree Experts Incorporated, for the provision of Forestry Operations, By-law Enforcement, Stumping / Fill and Seed by Ward Hourly, Stumping / Fill and Seed Unit Rate, and Newly Planted Tree Maintenance as defined in the Negotiated Request for Proposal, document number 2305234907, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $15,739,869 net all applicable taxes and charges ($17,786,052 including Harmonized Sales Tax nd all applicable charges and $16,016,891 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries), based on the terms and conditions set out in the Negotiated Request for Proposal that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor; b. W.M Weller Tree Service Limited, for the provision of Forestry Operations, By-law Enforcement and Newly Planted Tree Maintenance as defined in the Negotiated Request for Proposal, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $13,825,044 net all applicable taxes and charges ($15,622,300 including Harmonized Sales Tax and all applicable charges and $14,068,365 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) based on the terms and conditions set out in the Negotiated Request for Proposal that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor; c. Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada for the provision of Area Street Tree Maintenance as defined in the Negotiated Request for Proposal, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $5,078,851 net all applicable taxes and charges ($5,739,101 including Harmonized Sales Tax and all applicable charges and $5,168,238 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) based on the terms and conditions set out in the Negotiated Request for Proposal that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor; d. Asplundh Canada ULC for the provision of Forestry Operations as defined in the Negotiated Request for Proposal, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $4,905,984 net all applicable taxes and charges ($5,543,762 including HST and all applicable charges and $4,992,329 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) based on the terms and conditions set out in the Negotiated Request for Proposal that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor; and e. Tree Doctors for the provision of Stumping / Fill and Seed Unit rate as defined in the Negotiated Request for Proposal, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $863,241 net all applicable taxes and charges ($975,462 including HST and all applicable charges and $878,434 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) based on the terms and conditions set out in the Negotiated Request for Proposal that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Manager, the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the Chief Procurement Officer recommend that: 1. City Council grant authority to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to enter into, and execute an agreement with: a. Ontario Line Clearing & Tree Experts Inc., for the provision of Forestry Operations, Bylaw Enforcement, Stumping/Fill & Seed by Ward Hourly, Stumping/Fill & Seed Unit Rate, & Newly Planted Tree Maintenance as defined in the Negotiated Request for Proposal (NRFP), document number 2305234907, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $15,739,869 net all applicable taxes and charges ($17,786,052 including HST and all applicable charges and $16,016,891 net of HST recoveries), based on the terms and conditions set out in the NRFP that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor; b. W.M Weller Tree Service Ltd., for the provision of Forestry Operations, Bylaw Enforcement & Newly Planted Tree Maintenance as defined in the NRFP, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $13,825,044 net all applicable taxes and charges ($15,622,300 including HST and all applicable charges and $14,068,365 net of HST recoveries) based on the terms and conditions set out in the NRFP that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and the City Solicitor; c. Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada for the provision of Area Street Tree Maintenance as defined in the NRFP, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $5,078,851 net all applicable taxes and charges ($5,739,101 including HST and all applicable charges and $5,168,238 net of HST recoveries) based on the terms and conditions set out in the NRFP that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor; d. Asplundh Canada ULC for the provision of Forestry Operations as defined in the NRFP, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $4,905,984 net all applicable taxes and charges ($5,543,762 including HST and all applicable charges and $4,992,329 net of HST recoveries) based on the terms and conditions set out in the NRFP that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor; and e. Tree Doctors for the provision of Stumping/Fill & Seed Unit rate as defined in the NRFP, for a period of two (2) years, in the amount of $863,241 net all applicable taxes and charges ($975,462 including HST and all applicable charges and $878,434 net of HST recoveries) based on the terms and conditions set out in the NRFP that are in a form satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor.
MM32.6adopted
In 2017, the City Council of Edmonton began work on identifying excessive noise locations and utilizing noise-capturing technology that triggers when noise levels exceeded 95 decibels and takes a picture of the vehicle in question for the purposes of mailing a warning or issuing a ticket to repeat noise offenders. I would like your support in requesting staff to report back to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee on options to run a similar program here in Toronto, and to include in the report what success, challenges, and associated costs can be expected. City of Edmonton report is here: https://pub-edmonton.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=81155
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to contact the City of Edmonton about Edmonton's Vehicle Noise Enforcement Program, to discuss the background, challenges, successes, and financial implications of the Program and to report back to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee in the third quarter 2021 on acquiring the noise technology to implement a similar pilot project in Toronto, such report to include the current approach and actions being implemented to mitigate vehicle noise complaints. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to work with the Director, 311 Toronto, the Toronto Police Service and the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to identify areas across the City where chronic complaints of excessive vehicle noise have been reported.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Jennifer McKelvie, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to contact the City of Edmonton about Edmonton's Vehicle Noise Enforcement Program, to discuss the background, challenges, successes, and financial implications of the Program and to report back to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee in the third quarter 2021 on acquiring the noise technology to implement a similar pilot project in Toronto, such report to include the current approach and actions being implemented to mitigate vehicle noise complaints. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to work with the Director, 311 Toronto, the Toronto Police Service and the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to identify areas across the City where chronic complaints of excessive vehicle noise have been reported.
RM32.6received
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 May 5 and 6, 2021. May 5, 2021: Councillor Thompson, during the morning session of the meeting, acknowledged the exemplary contributions and service of Gord McEachen, Acting Chief, Toronto Paramedic Services. Councillor McKelvie, during the morning session of the meeting, congratulated the Toronto Tamil Chair and the Canadian Tamil Congress for their achievement in fulfilling their three million dollar pledge, made in 2018. The pledge will allow for a full-time Chair of Tamil studies at the University of Toronto, Scarborough. Mayor Tory addressed City Council and recognized the fundraising efforts of the Toronto Tamil community in Toronto and congratulated them for their success. Speaker Nunziata, during the morning session of the meeting, recognized that one-year had passed since the first virtual City Council meeting, held during the COVID-19 pandemic. Speaker Nunziata noted that during the past year the City Clerk's Office (assisted by the City's Audio Visual Services unit) has staged 357 meetings of City Council, its committees, local boards and tribunals; processed 4,700 agenda items, 1,500 deputants and recorded over 6,500 motions by Members of Council and boards; and, launched a new, online tool for Members of Council to vote, review motions and request to speak. Speaker Nunziata, on behalf of City Council, thanked the City Clerk's Office and Audio Visual broadcast staff for helping Council fulfil its legislative duties over the past year. May 6, 2021 Mayor Tory, during the morning session of the meeting, recognized former Mayor of Toronto, Barbara Hall with a scroll in honour of her 75th birthday on Sunday May, 9. Councillor McKelvie, during the morning session of the meeting, recognized the C40 Women4Climate Mentorship Program which has paired twelve women with twelve mentors in Toronto, to help foster new ideas and businesses focused on climate action. City Council watched a short video featuring the winner of the program's recent pitch competition, Hillary Scanlon, and her idea to improve the accessibility of waste diversion and disposal for those with disabilities or marginalized identities. Councillor McKelvie, during the afternoon session of the meeting, advised City Council that it was Daniela Magisano's last City Council meeting serving as the Council liaison for Mayor Tory and that she and other Members of Council have enjoyed working with Daniela.
CC32.7adopted
11, 13, 15, and 19 Altamont Road - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Request for Direction
The purpose of this report is to seek further instruction in relation to a development application for 11-19 Altamont. This application is subject to an LPAT Order approving the zoning by-law amendment for the site, but the applicant is in continued discussion with the City with respect to how to implement the Tribunal's decision.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor remain confidential as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council, pursuant to Subsection 45(1.4) of the Planning Act, permit an application for minor variance with respect to the property municipally known as 11-19 Altamont Road for relief from the requirements of Former North York Zoning By-law 7625, as amended by By-law 259-2020, and from the requirements of City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended by By-law 260-2020, to amend the permitted height on site to allow the construction of an elevator pop-up. Confidential Appendix A to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor is now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council). The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor remains confidential in accordance with the provisions of the City of the Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the instructions in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix "A", if adopted by City Council, with the balance of the Confidential Attachment 1 to remain confidential as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM32.7adopted
From informal street teams to official neighbourhood leagues, Toronto is home to a varied and vibrant sports culture. Teams and communities across the City are looking forward to staying physically and mentally healthy through safe approaches to community sports and recreation this summer. We thank the Province for their efforts to ensure the health and safety of Ontarians through the COVID-19 pandemic and recognize the importance of increased measures to control the virus and keep our communities safe. As we look to the brighter days around the corner, clear information and consultation with local sports clubs and leagues will be crucial to supporting local organizers and all who are looking forward to participating in recreation again. The Province's reopening framework from 2020 offers guidance on how outdoor sports and recreational activities can operate safely. However, since its initial publication, there have now been many lessons learned from last summer. Toronto's sport leaders have also shared helpful feedback and input on how to manage the 2021 summer season. The City of Toronto would like our local sports leaders to have the opportunity to provide input on how we can plan to get back outside, when it's safe, to enjoy outdoor physical activities like baseball, slo-pitch, softball, lacrosse, basketball, cycling, volleyball and soccer. The clarity from a reopening plan is urgently needed from the Province given the length of time required in planning and organizing these types of activities. Many Torontonians live for the summer months, this year more than ever. After all of the important sacrifices we've been making to keep each other safe, a sensible, measured plan to resume sports and recreation is critical for the mental and physical health of our communities.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Province of Ontario to establish a reopening plan for outdoor sports and recreational activities, which includes opportunities for input from local leagues and associations.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Brad Bradford, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Province of Ontario to establish a reopening plan for outdoor sports and recreational activities, which includes opportunities for input from local leagues and associations.
RM32.7amended
City Council will review the Order Paper.
May 5, 2021: City Council adopted the May 5, 2021 Order Paper, as amended and all other Items not held on consent. May 6, 2021: City Council adopted the May 6, 2021 Order Paper.
CC32.8adopted
The purpose of this report is to seek instruction for a matter before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT).
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor remain confidential. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council accept the Settlement Offer set out in Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary steps to give effect to a settlement. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to advise the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal that the City supports the revision to the development proposal as set out in Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor provided the following conditions are met: a. prior to issuance of any final order of the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal approving the revised development, the owner shall: i. submit a draft by-law Zoning By-law in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor; and ii. enter into a Section 37 Agreement with the City, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, which secures the following: A. a total cash contribution of $5.4 million dollars ($5,400,000.00) to be paid prior to issuance of any above-grade building permit; of that total, $400 000 shall be allocated for capital improvements to new or existing affordable housing or community and cultural space in the subject ward; the remaining $5 million will be allocated for community benefits in the vicinity of the subject lands, with specific allocation be determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, and specified in the Section 37 Agreement; and this amount reflects the $5 million already secured in March 2018 as part of the original settlement as well as an additional $400,000; B. the cash contribution referenced above shall be increased by upwards indexing in accordance with the Construction Price Index for the Toronto CMA, reported by Statistics Canada or its successor, calculated from the date the Section 37 Agreement is registered on title to the date payment is made; C. provision of a minimum of 10 percent three-bedroom units and a minimum of 30 percent two-bedroom units; D. prior to the commencement of any excavation and shoring work, the owner will submit a Construction Management Plan and Community Consultation Strategy, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, and thereafter shall implement the plan during the course of construction; the Construction Management Plan will include, but not be limited to, the size and location of construction staging areas, location and function of gates, information on concrete pouring, lighting details, construction vehicle parking and queuing locations, refuse storage, site security, site supervisor contact information, a communication strategy with the surrounding community, and any other matters requested by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning or the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the Ward Councillor; E. prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the site, no less than 470.5 square metres of unencumbered parkland shall be conveyed to the City, located on the north side of King Street East between the existing buildings identified as 254 King Street East and 266 King Street East, pursuant to Section 42 of the Planning Act; these lands shall be unencumbered and meet Parks, Forestry and Recreation's environmental requirements and base park conditions, as set out in the Memorandum to Community Planning and City Legal provided by Planning, Design and Development Parks, Forestry and Recreation dated September 27, 2016, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks Forestry and Recreation; F. prior to the issuance of Site Plan Approval, the owner shall construct, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, an accessible public pedestrian walkway, on a private sidewalk along the south side of the proposed vehicular driveway through the building, which must abut the proposed public park and will be subject to a pedestrian public access easement extending between Princess Street and Ontario Street; the specific location, configuration and design of the pedestrian walkway shall be determined in the context of a site plan approval pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and secured in a Site Plan Agreement with the City; and G. design and financially secure any improvements to the municipal infrastructure, should it be determined that upgrades are required to support the development, according to the Site Servicing and Stormwater Management Report accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services. Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 28, 2021) from the City Solicitor are now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council). The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 28, 2021) 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.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report. 2. The recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report and Appendices "A" and "B" be made public at such time as Council adopts the recommendations. All other information contained in the Confidential Attachment 1 is to remain confidential.
MM32.8adopted
With growing redevelopment pressure in the community, City Council has identified improving traffic flow, pedestrian safety and the public realm at the intersection of Yonge Street and Heath Street as a priority within the Yonge and St. Clair Planning Framework. Improvements to the eastern portion of the intersection have already been secured through an existing redevelopment approval. This Motion seeks to acquire the properties at the southwest corner (1564-1566 Yonge Street) to facilitate a comprehensive improvement to the entire intersection.
City Council on May 5 and 6, 2021, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services and the General Manager, Parks Forestry and Recreation to explore mechanisms for acquiring the southwest corner of Heath Street and Yonge Street (1564-1566 Yonge Street) to provide green space and a realignment of the intersection as detailed in the Yonge St. Clair Planning Framework in Section 3.1-Yonge Heath Civic Corners.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Mike Layton, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services and the General Manager, Parks Forestry and Recreation to explore mechanisms for acquiring the southwest corner of Heath Street and Yonge Street (1564-1566 Yonge Street) to provide green space and a realignment of the intersection as detailed in the Yonge St. Clair Planning Framework in Section 3.1-Yonge Heath Civic Corners.