All 339 items in the clerk’s order. Each carries the city’s own words: the staff recommendation, what the body decided, and its status. Nothing below is written by us.
MM43.62adopted
Merton Street Streetscape Improvements - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the Executive Director, Development Review, Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, local residents, and the local Councillors' office to report back in the fourth quarter of 2027 with recommendations for streetscape improvements along Merton Street, between Yonge Street and Mount Pleasant Road, in line with the vision identified in Midtown Parks and Public Realm Plan (2018) and Midtown Public Realm Implementation Strategy (2022).
TE34.62adopted
4 Gilead Place - Official Plan and Zoning Amendment Application - Decision Report - Refusal
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council refuse the application for the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment (Application 26 141014 STE 13 OZ) for the lands municipally known as 4 Gilead Place for the reasons identified in the report (June 12, 2026) from the Acting Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, together with appropriate City staff, to appear before the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of City Council's decision to refuse the application, in the event that the decision is appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other appropriate City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event an appeal of City Council's decision is allowed by the Ontario Land Tribunal, in whole or in part.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council refuse the application for the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment (Application No. 26 141014 STE 13 OZ) for the lands municipally known as 4 Gilead Place for the reasons identified in this Report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, together with appropriate City Staff, to appear before the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of City Council's decision to refuse the application, in the event that the decision is appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other appropriate City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event an appeal of Council's decision is allowed by the Ontario Land Tribunal, in whole or in part.
MM43.63adopted
Improving the Development Review Process for Faster Housing Delivery - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services and the Deputy City Managers responsible for relevant service areas to engage and meet with relevant internal and external stakeholders to identify current processes and practices which impact the timely delivery and cost of housing, and develop standardized solutions to the identified issues, including proposed processes and service standards to address acquisition or conveyance of public laneways, the negotiation and execution of tieback and crane swing agreements, road occupancy approvals, servicing reviews, and construction staging on lands designated for future parks, among others. 2. City Council direct the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services and the Deputy City Managers responsible for relevant service areas, to report through the Planning and Housing Committee in the second quarter of 2027 on the work completed further to Recommendation 1.
TE34.63adopted
445 to 451 Adelaide Street West - Zoning By-law Amendment - Appeal Report
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment Application appeal for the lands municipally known as 445 to 451 Adelaide Street West and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal, in whole or in part.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment Application appeal for the lands municipally known as 445 to 451 Adelaide Street West and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal, in whole or in part.
MM43.64adopted
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds to Toronto Metropolitan University for Campus Public Realm Plan - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $1,837,974.68 gross, $0 net, (Cost Centre: NP2161) for the transfer of funds to Toronto Metropolitan University to fund the construction costs of Public Realm Improvement Projects proposed for portions of Toronto Metropolitan University main Campus, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits from the development 363-391 Yonge Street and 3 Gerrard Street East (Source Account: XR3026-3701436). 2. City Council direct that the $1,837,974.68 be forwarded to Toronto Metropolitan University upon the signing of an Undertaking by Toronto Metropolitan University governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 3. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the Undertaking between the City and Toronto Metropolitan University.
TE34.64adopted
262-266 St. George Street - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Appeal Report
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application appeal for the lands municipally known as 262, 264 and 266 St. George Street and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal, in whole or in part.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application appeal for the lands municipally known as 262, 264, 266 St. George Street and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal, in whole or in part.
MM43.65adopted
29 Church Street - Discontinuing City of Toronto Residential Collection Services - by Councillor Frances Nunziata, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Frances Nunziata, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. Council Council direct the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards and the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services: a. to diligently review waste collection issues at 29 Church Street in York from 2016 to the present and consider taking further steps in accordance with the Code and other applicable laws to address waste management concerns at the property; and b. to report to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee by the end of second quarter of 2027 on whether and how the Code could be amended to authorize City officials to discontinue City collection of waste at properties found to have violated the applicable waste provisions of the Code that require the waste (including organic materials, garbage, yard waste, and certain recycled materials) to be stored in a clean manner to protect against rodents, vermin, pests, litter and other disturbances.
NY34.65adopted
Authority to Enter into an Agreement with Metrolinx Respecting the Brentcliffe Shotcrete Wall
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the City Solicitor and other appropriate City officials, to negotiate, enter into, execute, amend, administer an agreement with Metrolinx regarding the remaining buried portion of the Brentcliffe Shotcrete Wall located within the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit East Portion area, including provisions respecting ownership, access, inspection, monitoring, maintenance, rehabilitation, removal, indemnification, insurance, liability, and other related matters, on terms satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 2. City Council direct that the agreement contemplated in Part 1 above include indemnification and hold harmless provisions in favour of the City, on terms satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services and the City Solicitor, respecting any claims (including third party claims), damages, costs, losses, and liabilities arising from or related to the remaining buried portion of the Brentcliffe Shotcrete Wall.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Interim Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the City Solicitor and other appropriate City officials, to negotiate, enter into, execute, amend, administer an agreement with Metrolinx regarding the remaining buried portion of the Brentcliffe Shotcrete Wall located within the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit East Portion area, including provisions respecting ownership, access, inspection, monitoring, maintenance, rehabilitation, removal, indemnification, insurance, liability, and other related matters, on terms satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 2. City Council direct that the agreement contemplated in Recommendation 1 include indemnification and hold harmless provisions in favour of the City, on terms satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services and the City Solicitor, respecting any claims (including third party claims), damages, costs, losses, and liabilities arising from or related to the remaining buried portion of the Brentcliffe Shotcrete Wall.
TE34.65adopted
2345 Yonge Street - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Appeal Report
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment Application appeal for the lands municipally known as 2345 Yonge Street and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal, in whole or in part.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment Application appeal for the lands municipally known as 2345 Yonge Street and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal, in whole or in part.
MM43.66adopted
Amending Item 2022.SC33.12 - 25 Sewells Road and 182 to 250 Brenyon Way to Dedicate a Public Highway - by Councillor Neethan Shan, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Neethan Shan, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its decision on item 2022.SC33.12 by adding the following: 8. City Council dedicate as a public highway certain lands along the southerly limit of Sewell Road and the westerly limit of Brenyon Way, shown as Parts of Blocks L and N on Registered Plan 66M-1607, for public highway purposes. 9. City Council authorize and direct the appropriate City Officials to take the necessary action to give effect to City Council's decision, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.
TE34.66adopted
3044 Dundas Street West - Inclusion on the Heritage Register
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council include 3044 Dundas Street West (including entrance addresses at 3046 and 3048 Dundas Street West) on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 1 to the report (May 15, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council include 3044 Dundas Street West (including entrance addresses at 3046 and 3048 Dundas Street West) on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 1 to the report, May 15, 2026, from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning.
MM43.67adopted
Intergovernmental Collaboration to Deliver Transit for Humber Bay Shores - by Councillor Amber Morley, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Amber Morley, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that: 1. City Council, further to its decision on item 2025.EX27.4, request the Provincial government and Metrolinx to form a working group with City Officials, Staff, the Ministries of Infrastructure, Transportation, Municipal Affairs and Housing, and Finance Officials, and other related parties, to examine ways to advance the development of the Park Lawn GO Station and other transit improvements in Humber Bay Shores, recognizing the existing growth and development in the area.
TE34.67adopted
72 Henry Street, 258 Wallace Avenue, and 80 Ward Street - Inclusion on the Heritage Register
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council include 72 Henry Street on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 1 to the report (June 15, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning. 2. City Council include 258 Wallace Avenue on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 2 to the report (June 15, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning. 3. City Council include 80 Ward Street on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 3 to the report (June 15, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, recommends that: 1. City Council include 72 Henry Street on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 1 to the report, June 15, 2026, from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning. 2. City Council include 258 Wallace Avenue on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 2 to the report, June 15, 2026, from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning. 3. City Council include 80 Ward Street on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 3 to the report, June 15, 2026, from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning.
MM43.68adopted
Avenue Road and Eglinton Avenue West - Traffic Amendments - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to report back in the first quarter of 2027 on recommendations to rescind the existing northbound left-turn prohibition at the intersection of Avenue Road and Eglinton Avenue West.
TE34.68adopted
468-470 Queen Street West- Demolition of a Designated Heritage Property under Part V, Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act- Approval
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve the demolition of the building at 468-470 Queen Street West, which is a non-contributing property in the Queen Street West Heritage Conservation District, in accordance with subsections 42(1) 4 of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council approve the demolition of the building at 468-470 Queen Street West, which is a non-contributing property in the Queen Street West Heritage Conservation District (QSWHCD), in accordance with subsections 42(1) 4 of the Ontario Heritage Act.
MM43.69adopted
Strengthening Toronto’s Multi-Tenant Houses Framework: Enforcement and Path to Compliance - by Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Vincent Crisanti
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Vincent Crisanti, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards and the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, in consultation with the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, and the Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services and other divisions and agencies as appropriate, to undertake a review and report back in the third quarter of 2027 to provide an update on the implementation of the multi-tenant houses framework, identify any barriers to licensing and compliance under the framework, and potential program changes to address these barriers, with the review to include an assessment of the Multi-Tenant Houses Renovation & Repair Program and the Operator Concierge Service together with any recommended changes. 2. City Council request the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to consider whether Chapter 575, Multi-Tenant Houses, should be included in the future adoption of an Administrative Penalty System for by-laws enforced by Municipal Licensing and Standards. 3. City Council request the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, in consultation with other divisions and agencies as appropriate, to provide an update on opportunities for tenants, residents, and operators to provide feedback on the implementation of the multi-tenant houses framework and identify opportunities to enhance public education of the framework, including improving awareness of the framework's scope, applicable enforcement mechanisms, and available channels for reporting and addressing concerns that fall outside the framework.
NY34.69adopted
Gateway Boulevard and Linkwood Lane - Traffic Safety Improvement
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic calming (11 speed cushions) on Linkwood Lane, between Spanbridge Road and St. Dennis Drive, generally as shown in Attachments 1-1 and 1-2, Drawing Number SC-262 and SC-263, dated May 2026, to the report (June 17, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 2. In conjunction with the installation of speed cushions: a. City Council reduce the speed limit from 40 kilometres per hour to 30 kilometres per hour on Linkwood Lane between St. Dennis Drive and Spanbridge Road; and b. amend parking regulations as generally described in Attachments 1 to 3 to the report (June 17, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 3. City Council authorize the installation of a pedestrian crossover on Gateway Boulevard at a point approximately 212 meters south of Grenoble drive.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic calming (11 speed cushions) on Linkwood Lane, between Spanbridge Road and St. Dennis Drive, generally as shown in Attachments 1-1 and 1-2, Drawing Number SC-262 and SC-263, dated May 2026 from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management Transportation Services. 2. Subject to approval of and in conjunction with the installation of speed cushions: a. City Council reduce the speed limit from 40 kilometres per hour to 30 kilometres per hour on Linkwood Lane between St. Dennis Drive and Spanbridge Road. b. Amend parking regulations as generally described in Attachment 1-3 to the report (June 17, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management Transportation Services, in conjunction with the installation of speed cushions on Linkwood Lane. 3. City Council authorize the installation of a pedestrian crossover on Gateway Boulevard at a point approximately 212 meters south of Grenoble drive.
TE34.69adopted
162 Douglas Drive - Application to Demolish a Structure and Erect a New Structure in the North Rosedale Heritage Conservation District
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve the application to demolish the existing detached garage and construct a new 1.5-storey garden suite at 162 Douglas Drive, a property within the North Rosedale Heritage Conservation District, in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, subject to the following: a. City Council approve the replacement structure for 162 Douglas Drive as shown in the plans and drawings submitted by the applicant and prepared by House Lab Inc, dated May 2026, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and that the new structure be constructed substantially in accordance with the submitted plans.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council approve the application to demolish the existing detached garage and construct a new 1.5-storey garden suite at 162 Douglas Drive, a property within the North Rosedale Heritage Conservation District, in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, subject to the following: a. City Council approve the replacement structure for 162 Douglas Drive as shown in the plans and drawings submitted by the applicant and prepared by House Lab Inc, dated May 2026, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and that the new structure be constructed substantially in accordance with the submitted plans.
MM43.70adopted
Ensuring Community Protections and Electrification Commitments for the Bloor-Lansdowne GO Station - by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council request Metrolinx to install noise barrier walls along the Barrie GO corridor south of Bloor Street, appropriately sized for current and projected GO diesel locomotive traffic volumes, and consistent with adjacent properties along the Barrie corridor. 2. City Council request Metrolinx to develop and implement a train bell mitigation plan and other point-of-emission mitigations for the Bloor-Lansdowne GO Station, and every station along the Barrie GO line in the City of Toronto, to ensure safe, quiet rail operations. 3. City Council request the Ontario Minister of Transportation to accelerate the electrification of the Barrie GO line to eliminate diesel pollution and lower engine noise impact for local residents, and to provide a commitment and confirmed timeline for full electrification. 4. City Council request Metrolinx to expedite its assessment of noise mitigation requirements for the Bloor-Lansdowne GO Station and construct them before the station opens and prior to the implementation of expanded train service.
TE34.70adopted
8 Robert Street- Alterations to a Designated Property under Part V, Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act- Approval
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve the alterations to the heritage property at 8 Robert Street, in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, substantially in accordance with plans and drawings dated April 7, 2026, prepared by Yimby Studio and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and the Heritage Impact Assessment, prepared by GBCA, dated May 29, 2026, on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, subject to the following: a. the Owner shall: 1. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant, that is consistent with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for 8 Robert Street prepared by GBCA, dated May 29, 2026, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 2. provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the property at 8 Robert Street, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such a Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 3. provide an Interpretation Plan for the property at 8 Robert Street, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; b. prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the property at 8 Robert Street, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual of minor works for the property as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Part 1.a.1. above including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 2. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning to secure all work included in the approved Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan; and c. prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Part 1.b.2. above, the owner shall: 1. provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and the required interpretive work has been completed in accordance with the Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council approve the alterations to the heritage property at 8 Robert Street, in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, substantially in accordance with plans and drawings dated April 7, 2026, prepared by Yimby Studio and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA), prepared by GBCA, dated May 29, 2026, on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, subject to the following: a. the Owner shall: 1. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant, that is consistent with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for 8 Robert Street prepared by GBCA, dated May 29, 2026, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 2. provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the property at 8 Robert Street, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such a Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 3. provide an Interpretation Plan for the property at 8 Robert Street, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; b. that prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the property at 8 Robert Street, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual of minor works for the property as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 1.a.1. including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 2. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning to secure all work included in the approved Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan; c. that prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Recommendation 1.b.2. above, the owner shall: 1. provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and the required interpretive work has been completed in accordance with the Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning.
MM43.71adopted
404 Rustic Road - Request for City Solicitor to Attend at the Toronto Local Appeal Body - by Councillor Frances Nunziata, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Frances Nunziata, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's approval of the Application A0164/26EYK in respect of the property municipally known as 404 Rustic Road (the "Appeal") and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the Appeal and settle the matter on behalf of the City at their discretion in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District.
TE34.71adopted
79 Whitehall Road - Application to Demolish a Structure and Erect a New Structure in the North Rosedale Heritage Conservation District
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve the application to demolish the existing detached garage and construct a detached carport at 79 Whitehall Road, a property within the North Rosedale Heritage Conservation District, in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, subject to the following: a. City Council approve the replacement structure for 79 Whitehall Road as shown in the plans and drawings submitted by the applicant and prepared by Christopher Walker Architect, dated April 27, 2026, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and that the new structure be constructed substantially in accordance with the submitted plans.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council approve the application to demolish the existing detached garage and construct a detached carport at 79 Whitehall Road, a property within the North Rosedale Heritage Conservation District, in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, subject to the following: a. City Council approve the replacement structure for 79 Whitehall Road as shown in the plans and drawings submitted by the applicant and prepared by Christopher Walker Architect, dated April 27, 2026, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and that the new structure be constructed substantially in accordance with the submitted plans.
MM43.72adopted
Assessing the Impact of the Data Centre located at 48 Lowe’s Place - by Councillor Vincent Crisanti, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Vincent Crisanti, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, to urgently meet with the applicant for 48 Lowes Place and the local Councillor to determine whether additional mitigation measures are required to address potential impacts on the surrounding environment, as well as any increases in water and electricity consumption and noise associated with the proposed development, and report back to City Council with recommended solutions, if necessary, at the December 9 and 10, 2026, meeting of City Council.
NY34.72adopted
Consumers Road and Yorkland Boulevard (North Intersection) - Traffic Control Signals
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Consumers Road and Yorkland Boulevard (north intersection).
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director (Acting), Engineering Review, Development Review, and the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Consumers Road and Yorkland Boulevard (north intersection).
TE34.72adopted
Authorization to Study the Yorkville Village Core as a Potential Heritage Conservation District
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize that a study be undertaken of the Yorkville Village Core Area as a potential Heritage Conservation District under Section 40(1) of the Ontario Heritage Act, as indicated by the boundary in Attachment 1 to the report (June 16, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize that a study be undertaken of the Yorkville Village Core Area as a potential Heritage Conservation District under Section 40(1) of the Ontario Heritage Act, as indicated by the boundary in Attachment 1 of the report (June 16, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning.
MM43.73amended
Reimagining the Future of the Former Ontario Science Centre Public Consultation Report - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Jon Burnside
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Jon Burnside, recommends that: 1. City Council receive the report "Reimagining the Future of the former Ontario Science Centre Public Consultation", attached as Attachment 1 to this motion, for information.
TE34.73adopted
570, 572, 574,576 Sherbourne Street, and 29 and 37 Linden Street - Alterations to and Demolition of Attributes on Designated Heritage Properties and Removal of a Building Under Part IV, Sections 33 and 34(2) of the Ontario Heritage Act and Authority to Enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve the alterations to the designated heritage properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street in accordance with Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, to allow for the construction of a new residential building with such alterations to the designated properties substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated April 15, 2026, prepared by Sweeny & Co. Architects, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the Heritage Impact Assessment dated November 15, 2025, with addenda April 7, 2026, and May 20, 2026, prepared by GBCA Architects, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, all subject to and in accordance with a Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the conditions as set out below. 2. City Council approve the removal of the heritage building on the property at 29 Linden Street to allow for its relocation on the development site in accordance with Section 34(2) of the Ontario Heritage Act in connection with the approval of a 61-storey building on the property substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by Sweeny & Co. Architects dated April 15, 2026, and the Heritage Impact Assessment, prepared by GBCA Architects dated November 15, 2025, with addenda April 7, 2026, and May 20, 2026, on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, all subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and subject to conditions as set out below. 3. City Council direct that its consent to the application to alter the designated heritage properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street, in accordance with Part IV, Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, and remove and relocate 29 Linden Street are subject to the following conditions: a. prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for the properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 2. execute and register on title a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street, substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated April 15, 2026, prepared by Sweeny & Co. Architects, and the Heritage Impact Assessment dated November 15, 2025, with addenda April 7, 2026, and May 20, 2026, prepared by GBCA Architects, all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Part 3.a.1. above, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, including execution and registration of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; 3. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describes how the exterior of the heritage properties will be sensitively illuminated to enhance their heritage character to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such a plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 4. provide an Interpretation Plan for the subject properties, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 5. provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the subject property, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 6. submit a Signage Plan for the proposed development to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 7. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Part 3.a.1. above, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 8. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, to secure all work included in the approved Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan for 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street; and b. prior to the release of an existing Letter of Credit the owner shall: 1. provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and the required interpretive work have been completed in accordance with the approved Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 2. provide Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in City Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement for the properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street. 5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council approve the alterations to the designated heritage properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street in accordance with Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, to allow for the construction of a new residential building with such alterations to the designated properties substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated April 15, 2026, prepared by Sweeny & Co. Architects, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the Heritage Impact Assessment dated November 15, 2025, with addenda April 7, 2026, and May 20, 2026, prepared by GBCA Architects, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, all subject to and in accordance with a Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the conditions as set out below. 2. City Council approve the removal of the heritage building on the property at 29 Linden Street to allow for its relocation on the development site in accordance with Section 34(2) of the Ontario Heritage Act in connection with the approval of a 61-storey building on the property substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by Sweeny & Co. Architects dated April 15, 2026, and the Heritage Impact Assessment, prepared by GBCA Architects dated November 15, 2025, with addenda April 7, 2026, and May 20, 2026, on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, all subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and subject to conditions as set out below. 3. City Council direct that its consent to the application to alter the designated heritage properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street, in accordance with Part IV, Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, and remove and relocate 29 Linden Street are subject to the following conditions: a. prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for the properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. execute and register on title a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street, substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated April 15, 2026, prepared by Sweeny & Co. Architects, and the Heritage Impact Assessment dated November 15, 2025, with addenda April 7, 2026, and May 20, 2026, prepared by GBCA Architects, all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 3.a.1, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, including execution and registration of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. 3. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describes how the exterior of the heritage properties will be sensitively illuminated to enhance their heritage character to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such a plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 4. provide an Interpretation Plan for the subject properties, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 5. provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the subject property, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 6. submit a Signage Plan for the proposed development to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 7. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 2.a.1, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 8. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, to secure all work included in the approved Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan for 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street. b. that prior to the release of an existing Letter of Credit the owner shall: 1. provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and the required interpretive work have been completed in accordance with the approved Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. provide Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement for the properties at 570, 572, 574, 576 Sherbourne Street and 29 and 37 Linden Street. 5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision.
MM43.74amended
Toronto Goes Dynamite! Welcoming BTS on BTS Boulevard - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak, recommends that: 1. City Council, subject to the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture securing any licenses, permissions, consents or other authorizations required from the holders of any applicable intellectual property rights: a. authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with the General Manager, Transportation Services to negotiate with various sponsors and enter into and execute any sponsorship and/or donation agreements and ancillary documents providing for the sponsors' payment of all costs associated with the fabrication, installation and removal of the honourary single blade signs referenced in Recommendation 1.b., and the donation of same to NeighbourLink North York upon their removal, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Economic Development, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor; b. direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to design, fabricate and install temporary honourary single blade signs co-naming Yonge Street from its intersection with North York Boulevard to its intersection with Finch Avenue as "BTS Boulevard" from on or about August 21, 2026, until September 23, 2026; and c. authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to negotiate, enter into and execute a sponsorship/donation agreement and any ancillary documents with NeighbourLink North York to provide for the receipt of the honourary single blade signs referenced in Recommendation 1b following their removal, the auction of same by NeighbourLink North York with proceeds to the 415 Food Hub and such other matters as may be required to facilitate the donation and auction, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 2. City Council exempt the agreements contemplated in Recommendations 1.a. and 1.c. from Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, subsection 195-12.2 and the application of the City's Surplus Materials and Equipment Disposal Procedure, to the extent that same would otherwise apply and conflict with the proposed donations. 3. City Council direct the City Clerk to light the Toronto sign purple on the dates of the BTS concerts, being August 22 and 23, 2026, and ensure other days of recognition during these dates are also accommodated.
MM43.75amended
Ensuring Due Diligence on Data Centres in Scarborough Southwest - by Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with relevant divisions, to ensure that all municipal approvals related to major digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI) data centres be aligned to the work and findings of the ongoing review as directed in Item 2026.MM39.47, and that staff will advise the local City Councillor of any applications for major digital infrastructure and AI data centres upon receipt. 2. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, together with other applicable divisions, to align the timing of the current review of the site plan application for a data centre expansion at 3650 Danforth Avenue with the City's ongoing work on data centres pursuant to Item 2026.MM39.47 for City Council consideration in 2027, and to add to the staff report to the Planning and Housing Committee in the first half of 2027, as directed in Item 2026.MM39.47, consideration and responses to the following questions: a. What is the summary of existing Official Plan policies, Zoning By-law permissions, and legal authority for municipalities with respect to major digital infrastructure and AI data centres?; b. What is a summary of the existing regulations at all three levels of government regarding major digital infrastructure and AI data centres, and how is this anticipated to evolve in future years?; c. What is the impact of major digital infrastructure and AI data centres specifically for municipalities on the following: 1. energy use and power grid pressures; 2. electric utilities cost and operation; 3. water usage and cost; 4. effect on local natural water bodies and wastewater systems, as well as watersheds; 5. noise impacts on neighbouring residents and communities; 6. heat impacts on neighbouring residents and communities; and 7. other environmental impacts including but not limited to impact on tree canopy, biodiversity, climate and community health? d. For major digital infrastructure and AI data centres located in employment lands, how many jobs are the corporations that own the data centres required to create on-site to fulfill an "employment" use?; e. How many current AI data centre applications in the Toronto area are from American corporations? What protections exist to ensure that Canadians' data stored at these facilities will not be subject to a US invocation of the Cloud Act, or other violations of data privacy for Canadians?; and f. What are the current opportunities/policies for public engagement and participation in decisions about new major digital infrastructure and AI data centers, or expansion of existing AI data centres, in their communities? 3. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and NoiseTO to conduct a peer review of the noise study submitted for the data centre expansion at 3650 Danforth Avenue, to evaluate whether both regular business and emergency power-cut scenarios are properly assessed and modelled, and whether required mitigation measures have been implemented and secured. 4. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to facilitate opportunities for public engagement across Toronto as part of the City's ongoing work on data centres pursuant to Item 2026.MM39.47. 5. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review to report back at the earliest opportunity on the following community questions regarding the data centre expansion application at 3650 Danforth Avenue: a. What are key environment impacts identified by staff in the course of their review for approval of the expanded site, and any conditions or measures required to address them?; b. What are the expected electricity and water requirements of the expanded site, and can local infrastructure handle them without affecting residents or other businesses?; c. Who pays for any required upgrades to the power grid, water system, roads, or emergency services - the company, ratepayers, or taxpayers?; d. What local jobs, tax revenue, or other community benefits are guaranteed, and are they proportionate to the scale of the project?; e. Data centres require additional systems to ensure proper cooling and continuation of their infrastructure, including during power shortages. What measures and processes will be required to monitor noise levels once the expansion is operational, both for compliance with noise studies submitted with the application, and to ensure noise impacts are acceptable on local residents?; and f. Canada's National AI Strategy emphasizes the importance of Canadians having a meaningful degree of sovereign control over critical AI infrastructure. What due diligence has been completed to verify controls and measure by the applicant to ensure sufficient safeguarding of Canadian user data, and that the protocols proposed are consistent with the emerging direction by Canada's federal government with respect to artificial intelligence data centres? 6. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to undertake a comprehensive review of the City's planning policies, zoning regulations and development approval framework, for major digital infrastructure facilities, including data centres (artificial intelligence, hyperscale, enterprise, cloud computing, and comparable uses), such review to include Official Plan policies and designations, Zoning By-law permissions, site plan standards, infrastructure, servicing, environmental, economic, public health, climate, national security considerations, and consideration for the feasibility for voluntary community benefits (e.g., parks, recreation, public art) in connection with data centre developments and report back to the Planning and Housing Committee, pursuant to Item 2026.MM39.47, with findings, recommendations, and potential implementation options. 7. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with relevant divisions, to evaluate legislative tools to regulate land use and operational impacts such as noise, water, energy, emissions, heat generation and administrative penalties where appropriate. 8. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with relevant divisions, to report on opportunities for public reporting respecting energy, water, environmental performance and community benefits where legally permissible. 9. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to undertake comprehensive public engagement including with Indigenous Communities, industry, environmental experts, academic institutions, residents and community organizations. 10. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to provide an interim report setting out the proposed study scope and consultation strategy, based on current data and existing processes, and presenting Council with options to refine or adjust the scope of the study. 11. City Council request the Province of Ontario to establish a province-wide framework to address key community concerns including environmental impacts, noise concerns and electricity infrastructure related to large-scale AI Data Centres by the end of the first quarter of 2027 with meaningful engagement with community stakeholders and the City of Toronto. 12. City Council request the Ontario Minister of Energy and Mines to consult with the City of Toronto when developing their framework for major digital infrastructure and AI data centres, including on the considerations for when the Ontario government would exercise its authorities under the Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act, 2025, to deny access to the electricity grid, require community benefits, and protect the job-creating potential of employment lands. 13. City Council forward this Item to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, the Province of Ontario, and the Government of Canada requesting a coordinated regulatory framework.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review in the future review of development applications related to large-scale data centres to advise the local City councillor of the application upon receipt. 2. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, together with other applicable divisions, to align the timing of the current review of the site plan application for a data centre expansion at 3650 Danforth Avenue with the City's ongoing work on data centres pursuant to MM39.47 for City Council consideration in 2027. 3. City Council request the Interim Executive Director, Development Review and NoiseTO conduct a peer review of the noise study submitted for the data centre expansion at 3650 Danforth Avenue, to evaluate whether both regular business and emergency power-cut scenarios are properly assessed and modelled, and whether required mitigation measures have been implemented and secured. 4. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to facilitate opportunities for public engagement across Toronto as part of the City's ongoing work on data centres pursuant to MM39.47. 5. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, to report back at the earliest opportunity on the following community questions regarding the data centre expansion application at 3650 Danforth Avenue: a. What are key environment impacts identified by staff in the course of their review for approval of the expanded site, and any conditions or measures required to address them? b. What are the expected electricity and water requirements of the expanded site, and can local infrastructure handle them without affecting residents or other businesses? c. Who pays for any required upgrades to the power grid, water system, roads, or emergency services - the company, ratepayers, or taxpayers? d. What local jobs, tax revenue, or other community benefits are guaranteed, and are they proportionate to the scale of the project? e. Data centres require additional systems to ensure proper cooling and continuation of their infrastructure, including during power shortages. What measures and processes will be required to monitor noise levels once the expansion is operational, both for compliance with noise studies submitted with the application, and to ensure noise impacts are acceptable on local residents. f. Canada's National AI Strategy emphasizes the importance of Canadians having a meaningful degree of sovereign control over critical AI infrastructure. What due diligence has been completed to verify controls and measure by the applicant to ensure sufficient safeguarding of Canadian user data, and that the protocols proposed are consistent with the emerging direction by Canada's federal government with respect to artificial intelligence data centres?
MM43.76adopted
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds to Transportation Services for the Reconstruction and Beautification of the Oakwood Avenue and Vaughan Road Parkette - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services, to create a new capital project (CTP 426-05), on a one-time basis, by $48,732.87 gross, $0 debt in order to undertake beautification of a traffic island in the Oakwood Village Business Improvement Area), utilizing the following funding sources: a. $8,458 obtained from the development at 458 Oakwood Avenue secured for public realm improvements (Source Account: XR3026-3700575); and b. $40,274 obtained from the development at 1603 Eglinton Avenue West secured for general community improvements (Source Account: XR3026-3700865).
MM43.77adopted
Advancing Digital Sovereignty for the City of Toronto - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Lily Cheng
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Lily Cheng, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Government of Canada to engage with the City of Toronto, including Technology Services, the Chief Procurement Officer, the Chief Information Security Officer, and the City Clerk to identify opportunities to advance municipal digital sovereignty in alignment with Canada's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, including dedicated funding to support municipalities in transitioning to Canadian-based technology and software solutions. 2. City Council forward this Item to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for their consideration and advocacy.
NY34.77adopted
Permanent Closure of a Portion of the Public Lane Abutting 145 Sheppard Avenue East
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the permanent closure of a portion of the public lane located between 145 and 181 Sheppard Avenue East, being part of Lane Plan 3596 North York abutting Block A, Plan 3596, City of Toronto, and shown as Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 66R-34984 in the report (June 18, 2026) from the Interim Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services. 2. City Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare and submit for enactment the necessary Bill to permanently close the public lane shown as Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 66R-34984 including the closing By-law substantially in the form of the draft By-law attached as Attachment 3 to the report (June 18, 2026) from the Interim Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Interim Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the permanent closure of a portion of the public lane located between 145 and 181 Sheppard Avenue East, being part of Lane Plan 3596 North York abutting Block A, Plan 3596, City of Toronto, and shown as Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 66R-34984 in the report from the Interim Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services dated June 18, 2026. 2. City Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare and submit for enactment the necessary Bill to permanently close the public lane shown as Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 66R-34984 including the closing By-law substantially in the form of the draft By-law attached as Attachment 3 to the report from the Interim Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services dated June 18, 2026.
MM43.78adopted
Advancing Local Priorities in Thorncliffe Park - by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in collaboration with other City Divisions, as appropriate, to determine priorities and implementation mechanisms for enhancements to the public realm and streetscape, multi-modal transportation connections and other initiatives to support a growing population in Thorncliffe Park, including through the following actions: a. continued collaboration with Metrolinx and Infrastructure Ontario on the planning, design and delivery of transit infrastructure and Transit-Oriented Communities within Thorncliffe Park to advance mobility, connectivity, place-making and community benefits and identify opportunities for the activation and long-term stewardship of publicly accessible spaces associated with the Ontario Line infrastructure, including the lands beneath the guideway. 2. City Council direct the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and other appropriate City Divisions, to ensure the needs of Thorncliffe Park's growing population through Parks and Recreation's facilities and capital planning process. 3. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture and other appropriate City Divisions, to consider opportunities to support and engage local businesses and community agencies to ensure economic development and commercial vitality in Thorncliffe Park. 4. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to report to the North York Community Council in the second quarter of 2027 on the matters identified in Recommendation 1.
MM43.79adopted
Exploring Alternative Options to Clarify Complex Intersections - by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to undertake a jurisdictional scan for alternative Highway Traffic Act-compliant pavement markings and other options utilized in Ontario municipalities to denote ambiguous intersections for the purpose of increasing driver safety and awareness and to prevent "box blocking", and report back to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee on findings in the first quarter of 2027.
MM43.80adopted
Authorization to Release Section 42 Funds - Collaborating with the Friends of Allan Gardens on the Development of the Greenhouse Link Building - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the City Manager, to negotiate and amend the existing Fundraising Agreement and execute any other required agreements with the Friends of Allan Gardens to advance due diligence, design and community engagement activities and enable the Friends of Allan Gardens to lead fundraising activities for the construction and ongoing stewardship of the Greenhouse Link Building, renewed areas of the Allan Gardens Conservatory Building and any associated outdoor spaces, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor and in compliance with the Donations to the City of Toronto for Community Benefits Policy. 2. City Council direct the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the City Manager, to support Friends of Allan Gardens in the development and submission of any funding applications to other orders of government or granting organizations related to the Greenhouse Link Building. 3. City Council direct the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to report to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee in the second quarter of 2027 with a project update outlining the design development to date, funding strategy, proposed operating model and project timelines and recommendations related to agreements that enable further development and implementation of the Greenhouse Link Building project. 4. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation under "Allan Gardens Greenhouse Link" with a cost and cash flow of $9,000,000 gross and $0 debt in 2027, fully funded by Section 42 obtained from the following developments, to be utilized for the implementation of the Council-endorsed Allan Gardens Master Plan, "Growing with the City": a. 308 Jarvis Street (Source account: XR2213-4201671) in the amount of $3,388,294.67; b. 319 Jarvis Street (Source account: XR2213-4201672) in the amount of $2,864,683.82; and c. 250 Church Street (Source account: XR2213-4201741) in the amount of $2,747,021.51 5. City Council direct that the use of City capital funding be prominently recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, as a requirement of the agreement between the City and the Friends of Allan Gardens. 6. City Council affirm that the Allan Gardens Conservatory including any new expansions will remain free for the public to use in perpetuity, in continuation of the 1864/1888 lease agreement between the City of Toronto and the Toronto Horticultural Society.
MM43.81adopted
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds for Pole Wraps for the Cabbagetown Southwest Heritage Conservation District - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Programs on a one-time basis by $107,000 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 187-193 Parliament Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701246), collected toward local parks improvements within proximity of the site and local streetscape improvements within proximity of the site, for the purpose of forwarding funds to the Downtown Yonge Business Improvement Area for the installation of pole wraps as identified in Appendix A (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that the $107,000 be forwarded to the Downtown Yonge Business Improvement Area upon the signing of an Undertaking by the Downtown Yonge Business Improvement Area to govern the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
MM43.82adopted
Supporting Employment Uses through the Review of the Former City of Scarborough Employment Districts Zoning By-law in Scarborough North - by Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, or their delegates, to include, as part of reporting on Phase 2 of the Zoning Conformity for Official Plan Employment Areas work program, consideration of and appropriate recommendations to address zoning challenges affecting businesses seeking to establish, adapt or expand employment uses on lands wholly or partially within Ward 23 that are subject to former City of Scarborough Employment Districts Zoning By-law Number 24982.
MM43.83amended
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds for the Reconstruction of Church Street in Coordination with Water Main Replacement - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services on a one-time basis by $17,910,366.30 gross and $0 debt, for the reconstruction of Church Street fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the following developments for the purpose of streetscape improvements: a. 475 Yonge Street in the amount of $9,120,000 towards local area park or streetscape improvements, in consultation with the Ward Councillor; b. 70-72 Carlton Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700885) in the amount of $2,567,709.73 for Local parks and streetscape improvements; c. 45 Charles Street East (Source Account: XR3026-3700660) in the amount of $1,619,812.80 for Local parks and streetscape improvements; d. 55-61 Charles Street East (Source Account: XR3026-3701045) in the amount of $1,662,954.26 for Local parks and streetscape improvements; e. 506-516 Church Street in the amount of $1,600,000 to be allocated towards local streetscape and laneway improvements for Donna Shaw Lane and Alexander Place; f. 40 Wellesley Street East (Source Account: XR3026-3700720) in the amount of $1,352,368.34 for local parks and streetscape improvements; and g. 454-464 Yonge Street in the amount of $109,643.42 for Church Wellesley Business Improvement Area or other purposes. 2. City Council direct the Deputy City Manager, Infrastructure Services to coordinate the implementation of construction projects on Church Street between Gloucester Street and Carlton Street, using a phased approach, proceeding first in 2027 with the critical segments of water main replacement previously deferred in order to prevent recurring watermain breaks and sink holes, while advancing a strategy for the upcoming reconstruction of Church Street that delivers on the vision of the Church-Wellesley Village Streetscape Master Plan, in a manner that is efficient, financially prudent, and reflects the community's vision and infrastructure priorities identified through years of consultation. 3. City Council direct that the Church Street reconstruction design work be advanced utilizing the Council approved Church Wellesley Village BIA Streetscape Masterplan, insights gathered from the Church Street Pedestrianization Pilot, and through engagement with the Church Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area in the first quarter of 2027. 4. City Council direct the Deputy City Manager, Infrastructure Services to report to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee no later than the third quarter of 2027, with a strategy and timeline for executing the full reconstruction of Church Street between Gloucester Street and Carlton Street to a high standard of coordination and design excellence, including resource requirements, public engagement plans, and schedule, prior to any major work being advanced and executed.
MM43.84adopted
Renaming Main Sewage Treatment Playground to Ashbridge’s Bay Sports Hub - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Toronto Water, in consultation with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to update the wayfinding name of "Main Sewage Treatment Playground" located on the west side of Emdaabiimok Avenue from Lakeshore Boulevard. East to Eastern Avenue to "Ashbridge's Bay Sports Hub" to better align with the operational use of the site, and to undertake any associated administrative and operational actions required to implement the name change.
MM43.85adopted
Advancing the Bridletowne Neighbourhood Centre/Community Hub - by Councillor Nick Mantas, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Nick Mantas, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow, recommends that: 1. City Council reaffirm the City's commitment to the development of the Bridletowne Neighbourhood Centre through the transfer of 5.2 acres of the northerly portion of the property municipally known as 1355 Bridletowne Circle to the Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Toronto, as originally approved by City Council under Item 2011.EX9.16 , to deliver a community-serving hub that will include community agency space, youth and family programming and health and fitness services, provided such transaction can be completed by October 31, 2026. 2. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, or their designate, to negotiate and execute any necessary amendments to the agreement of purchase and sale to transfer 5.2 acres of the northerly portion of the property municipally known as 1355 Bridletowne Circle to the YMCA of Greater Toronto, as originally authorized by 2022.GL28.12 and any agreements ancillary thereto, to reflect the withdrawal of Scarborough Health Network from the proposed development, including an option in favour of the City to protect a portion of the property for future municipal need and such other terms and conditions as may be acceptable to the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO, the General Manager, Seniors Services and Long-Term Care, and other relevant Divisions, to urgently identify and assess potential City needs for the portion of 1355 Bridletowne Circle over which the City is reserving an interest, including potential Seniors Services and Long-Term Care needs, and to report back as necessary with any recommended next steps. 4. City Council direct the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, the City Solicitor, and other appropriate City divisions, to assess the eligibility of the YMCA Bridletowne Community Hub development for designation as a Municipal Capital Facility pursuant to Section 252 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and report back to the General Government Committee with recommendations and necessary authorities.
MM43.86adopted
251 Windermere Avenue - Request for City Solicitor to Attend at the Toronto Local Appeal Body - by Councillor Gord Perks, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Gord Perks, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing with appropriate City staff to uphold the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of the Application A0304/26TEY in respect of the property municipally known as 251 Windermere Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to settle the matter on behalf of the City at their discretion in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
MM43.87adopted
Amending Item 2018.TE34.48 - 114 and 120 Church Street and 59 Richmond Street East - Amendment of Section 37 Agreement to Address Corner Rounding Property Rights Transfer - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2018.TE34.48 by deleting Part 3.e.viii: Recommendation to be deleted : 3.e.viii. the owner provides a conveyance of lands to the City consisting of a 5.0-metre corner rounding at Church Street and Lombard Street; and adopt instead the following: viii. the Owner provides a pedestrian clearway easement of 5.0 metre corner rounding at the Church Street and Lombard Street corner of the property, being Part 13 on Plan 66R-34868, together with right of support; being Part 14 on Plan 66R-34868. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision.
MM43.88adopted
Re-opening and Amending Item 2025.TE27.6 - 149 College Street - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval - by Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.TE27.6 by amending Part 2 by deleting the words "Attachment 7 to the report (November 10, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District" and replacing them with the words "Attachment 1 to this motion", so that Part 2 now reads as follows: 2. City Council amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 149 College Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 1 to this motion.
MM43.89adopted
Authority to Accept Donations Raised Through Fundraising Campaign for Moss Park Arena Improvements - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the Moss Park Arena Board of Management to initiate a fundraising campaign led by the Moss Park Arena Board of Management and to apply the donated funds toward eligible improvements at Moss Park Arena, in compliance with the City of Toronto Donation Policy. 2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to accept and administer donations raised through a fundraising campaign led by the Moss Park Arena Board of Management and to apply the donated funds toward eligible improvements at Moss Park Arena, in compliance with the City of Toronto Donation Policy. 3 City Council direct the Moss Park Arena Board of Management and the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, to negotiate and execute the necessary agreements in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, to facilitate the Moss Park Arena Improvements project fundraising campaign. 4. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to accept donations raised through the Moss Park Arena Improvements fundraising campaign, including any donations of more than $50,000 from the same donor for the same campaign in a fiscal year, and to contribute the funds to the Moss Park Arena Improvements capital project in Parks and Recreation's Capital Budget and Plan.
MM43.90adopted
Stop the Province’s Land Grab, Give Toronto Island and Parkland Back to Toronto - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council demand that the Province of Ontario give back the City of Toronto's land at Toronto Islands and Little Norway Park by repealing Bill 110, the Building Billy Bishop Airport Act. 2. City Council demand that the Province of Ontario return the City of Toronto to the Tripartite Agreement governing Billy Bishop Airport.
MM43.91adopted
Re-opening and Amending Item 2026.MM42.60 - Advancing a Redevelopment Strategy for the Toronto Builds site at 770 Don Mills Road - by Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2026.MM42.60 by replacing it in its entirety with the following: 1. City Council request the Board of Directors, CreateTO to direct the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO to work with the Executive Director, Housing Development Office to include as part of advancing a strategy for the redevelopment of the City-owned Toronto Builds site at 770 Don Mills Road, that along with a new a new Toronto District Public School, that staff work with Flemingdon Health Centre and The Neighborhood Organization on opportunities to establish dedicated space within this new development to further enhance their service deliver in the Flemingdon and Thorncliffe Park neighbourhoods and report back in the first quarter of 2027 on the outcome of this work.
MM43.92adopted
Weekend and Holiday Standing Prohibition on Barkdene Hills - by Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommneds that: 1. City Council prohibit standing from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays from May 1 to September 30 of each year, on the north side of Barkdene Hills, from Brimley Road South to Brooklawn Avenue.
MM43.93adopted
Amending Item 2025.EX23.3 - Metrolinx Ontario Line - Temporary Lane Closures on the Don Valley Parkway and F.G. Gardiner Expressway and Temporary Delegation of Authority - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata, recommneds that: 1. City Council amend Item 2025.EX23.3 by deleting the words "two nights between August 1, 2026 and August 31, 2026" wherever they occur in Parts 6, 7, 8e, and 8f and inserting the words "four nights between August 1, 2026 and August 31, 2026", so that those Parts now read as follows: 6. City Council amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 937, Temporary Closing of Highways, to delegate to the General Manager, Transportation Services, to facilitate the installation of access scaffolding in August 2026 and its removal in November 2026 related to the Ontario Line Lower Don Bridge, despite Section 937-4 of Code Chapter 937, the authority to temporarily close to vehicular traffic: a. the eastbound inside lane on the F.G. Gardiner Expressway, between Parliament Street and the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway off-ramp, from, 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026 and November 30, 2026, inclusive; b. the east-to-northbound inside lane on the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway off-ramp, between the F.G. Gardiner Expressway and the Don Valley Parkway, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive; c. the northbound inside lane on the Don Valley Parkway, between the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway off-ramp and 100 metres south of Eastern Avenue, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive; d. the southbound inside lane on the Don Valley Parkway, between Dundas Street and the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway on-ramp, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive; and e. the south-to-westbound inside lane on the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway on-ramp, between the Don Valley Parkway and 150 metres south, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026 and November 30, 2026, inclusive, and exempt the General Manager, Transportation Services, in carrying out this delegated authority from Section 937-5 of Chapter 937, that being the requirement to notify the local Ward Councillor of the pending closure and the requirement to report on the proposed closure if so, requested by the local Ward Councillor. 7. City Council amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 937, Temporary Closing of Highways, to delegate to the General Manager, Transportation Services, to facilitate the installation of access scaffolding in August 2026 and its removal in November 2026 related to the Ontario Line Lower Don Bridge, despite Section 937-4 of Code Chapter 937, the authority to temporarily close to vehicular traffic: a. the southbound outside lane on the Don Valley Parkway, between 50 metres north of Eastern Avenue and the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway on-ramp, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive; b. the south-to-westbound outside lane on the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway on-ramp, between the Don Valley Parkway and 150 metres south, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive; c. the eastbound outside lane on F.G. Gardiner Expressway, between Parliament Street and the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway off-ramp, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive; d. the east-to-northbound outside lane on the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway off-ramp, between the F.G. Gardiner Expressway and the Don Valley Parkway, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive; e. the northbound middle lane on the Don Valley Parkway, between the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway off-ramp and 200 metres south of Eastern Avenue, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive; and f. the northbound outside lane on the Don Valley Parkway, between the Don Valley Parkway-F.G. Gardiner Expressway off-ramp and 100 metres south of Eastern Avenue, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive, and exempt the General Manager, Transportation Services, in carrying out this delegated authority from Section 937-5 of Chapter 937, that being the requirement to notify the local Ward Councillor of the pending closure and the requirement to report on the proposed closure if so, requested by the local Ward Councillor. 8. City Council amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 937, Temporary Closing of Highways, to delegate to the General Manager, Transportation Services, the authority to temporarily close to vehicular traffic: e. the Don Roadway, southbound, between the Don Valley Parkway and Lake Shore Boulevard East, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive, to facilitate the installation of access scaffolding in August 2026 and its removal in November 2026 related to the Ontario Line Lower Don Bridge; and f. the Don Roadway, northbound, between Lake Shore Boulevard East and the Don Valley Parkway, from 11:00 p.m. of one day to 5:00 a.m. on the following day for up to and including four nights between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, inclusive, and for up to and including two nights between November 1, 2026, and November 30, 2026, inclusive, to facilitate the installation of access scaffolding in August 2026 and its removal in November 2026 related to the Ontario Line Lower Don Bridge, and exempt the General Manager, Transportation Services, in carrying out this delegated authority from Section 937-5 of Chapter 937, that being the requirement to notify the local Ward Councillor of the pending closure and the requirement to report on the proposed closure if so requested by the local Ward Councillor.
MM43.94adopted
Advancing the Pakistani Canadian Community Centre - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Jon Burnside
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Jon Burnside, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO, to work with the Pakistani-Canadian Community and Cultural Centre (PC4) team and stakeholders from the Pakistani-Canadian community to explore potential partnerships for the development of a new community and cultural centre, including consideration of 770 Don Mills Road and other suitable City-owned lands in Toronto, with priority given to locations that are in or near areas with a high concentration of Pakistani-Canadian residents.
MM43.95adopted
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds from the Development at 53 to 63 Sheppard Avenue West and 62 to 68 Bogert Avenue for Improvements to the Schoolyard at St. Edward Catholic School - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $50,000 gross, $0 net, (Cost Centre: NP2161) fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained in the development at 53-63 Sheppard Avenue West and 62-68 Bogert Avenue (Source Account: XR3026-3701425), secured for purposes benefiting the community, for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to the Toronto Catholic District School Board for capital improvements to the schoolyard at St. Edward Catholic School, subject to the following conditions: a. the Toronto Catholic District School Board will enter into an acceptable Community Access Agreement with the City; and b. the design of the improvements will be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the Ward Councillor. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Parks, and Recreation, to participate in the preparation of the Community Access Agreement, in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, provided acceptable terms can be agreed upon. 3. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to execute on behalf of the Community Access Agreement with the Toronto Catholic District School Board for the capital improvements to the schoolyard at St. Edward Catholic School, for a term of 20 years and on such other terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 4. City Council direct that if a mutually acceptable Community Access Agreement cannot be agreed upon that the funds will not be transferred to the Toronto Catholic District School Board and shall be made available for other community benefits in the community.
MM43.96adopted
Authority to Accept Donations Raised Through Fundraising Campaign for the Restoration of the Sir Casimir Gzowski Monument - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Gord Perks
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Gord Perks, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to engage with the Sir Casimir Gzowski Monument Revitalization Committee regarding a fundraising campaign led by the Committee for the Sir Casimir Gzowski Monument restoration project. 2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to accept donations raised through the fundraising campaign and collected by the City, and to apply the donated funds toward the Sir Casimir Gzowski Monument restoration project, in compliance with the City of Toronto Donation Policy. Donations will be held in a deferred revenue account (GL 2030003) available to Economic Development and Culture to contribute to the restoration capital project in 2028 for revitalizing and rehabilitating the Sir Casimir Gzowski Monument. 3. City Council authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to negotiate and execute any necessary agreements with a non-profit organization acting as a trustee on behalf of the Sir Casimir Gzowski Monument Revitalization Committee to facilitate the fundraising campaign for the Sir Casimir Gzowski Monument restoration project on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor. 4. City Council authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to accept donations of more than $50,000 from the same donor for the same campaign in a fiscal year, and to execute any necessary agreements for the same on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, in compliance with the City of Toronto Donation Policy.
MM43.97adopted
Parking Amendments to Accommodate Emergency Loading for University Health Network, 750 Dundas Street West - by Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council amend the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Saturday and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, at a rate of $4.50 per hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 29.2 metres east of the east curb line of Palmerston Avenue and Bathurst Street, to be in effect from a point 29.2 metres east of the east curb line of Palmerston Avenue and a point 31 metres west of Bathurst Street. 2. City Council amend the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 6:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, at a rate of $4.50 per hour and for a maximum period of 2.5 hours, on the north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 29.2 metres east of the east curb line of Palmerston Avenue and Bathurst Street, to be in effect from a point 29.2 metres east of the east curb line of Palmerston Avenue and a point 31 metres west of Bathurst Street. 3. City Council amend the existing no stopping prohibition in effect from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the north side of Dundas Street West, between Bathurst Street and Dovercourt Road, to be in effect from Dovercourt Road and a point 31 metres west of Bathurst Street. 4. City Council prohibit stopping, in effect at all times, on the north side of Dundas Street West, between Bathurst Street and a point 31 metres west. 5. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to assess the feasibility of constructing a curb cut in the vicinity of 750 Dundas Street West, in consultation with Toronto Paramedic Service and other appropriate divisions, subject to engineering and operational requirements, and to install it if appropriate.
MM43.98adopted
Authorizing Development Charge Refunds for Condominium Projects Converting to Purpose-built Rental Tenure - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Nick Mantas
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Nick Mantas, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, in the event development charges are paid early at the rates applicable to non-rental residential development and the units are later determined to be Purpose Built Rental prior to first partial occupancy, to refund the difference between the development charge amount paid and the development charge amount payable for Purpose Built Rental Units. The refund shall also include any corresponding adjustment to interest payable under the Development Charges Act, 1997 that would have applied had the dwelling unit or units qualified as Purpose Built Rental Units at the time the development charge was originally paid or payable.
TE34.98adopted
Fort York Integrated Operations and Heritage Stewardship Study
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to report back with findings and recommendations for next steps from the Fort York Integrated Operations and Heritage Stewardship Study to the Toronto and East York Community Council in the second quarter of 2027.
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager, Economic Development and Culture recommends that: 1.Toronto and East York Community Council receive this report for information.
MM43.99adopted
Transmittal of the Accountability Officers' Reports on the Results of Applying Specified Auditing Procedures to Financial Information Other Than Financial Statements for the Year Ended December 31, 2025 - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council receive the letter (July 3, 2026) from Kwok and Associate, Licensed Public Accountant on the 2025 Compliance Audit for the Integrity Commissioner's Office of the City of Toronto for information. 2. City Council receive the letter (July 3, 2026) from Kwok and Associate, Licensed Public Accountant on the 2025 Compliance Audit for the Lobbyist Registrar's Office of the City of Toronto for information. 3. City Council receive the letter (July 3, 2026) from Kwok and Associate, Licensed Public Accountant on the 2025 Compliance Audit for the Ombudsman's Office of the City of Toronto for information.
MM43.100adopted
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds for Richmond Street East Streetscape Improvements - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget for Transportation Services by $800,000 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 245 to 285 Queen Street East (Source Account: XR3026-3701360) secured towards capital facilities to be determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, for the purpose of forwarding one-time funds to the Transportation Services to provide streetscape improvements on Richmond Street East between Brigden Place and Ontario Street (Cost Centre:CTP426-06). 2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services, to negotiate, enter into and execute a Municipal Infrastructure Agreement, with Queen Ontario LP to design and construct streetscape improvements on Richmond Street East, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services, and the Executive Director, Development Review, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 3. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Service, in accordance with Section 195 7.1(E) of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195 (Procurement), to negotiate and enter into an agreement with Queen Ontario LP in the value of up to $800,000 net of all taxes and applicable charges, on such terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
NY34.100adopted
Parking and Transit Consideration Requests
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to review the removal of minimum parking requirements as it applies to North York, including Ward 18 Willowdale, and to report back on the feasibility of pausing the elimination of minimum parking requirements for new developments in areas where access to transit remains constrained, until enhanced and reliable transit infrastructure is in place. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to review and report back on the opportunity to create a by-law or policy framework which would prohibit new condominium, townhome, and multiplex developments from petitioning for on-street residential parking permits in Ward 18 Willowdale and across North York, in order to protect existing neighbourhood parking capacity. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, and the Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), to review options to maintain and expand access to public parking at TTC stations serving North York, and report back on how improved transit parking can reduce local road congestion and increase transit ridership.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Lily Cheng recommends that: 1. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to review the removal of minimum parking requirements as it applies to North York, including Ward 18 Willowdale, and to report back on the feasibility of pausing the elimination of minimum parking requirements for new developments in areas where access to transit remains constrained, until enhanced and reliable transit infrastructure is in place. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to review and report back on the opportunity to create a by-law or policy framework which would prohibit new condominium, townhome, and multiplex developments from petitioning for on-street residential parking permits in Ward 18 Willowdale and across North York, in order to protect existing neighbourhood parking capacity. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, and the Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), to review options to maintain and expand access to public parking at TTC stations serving North York, and report back on how improved transit parking can reduce local road congestion and increase transit ridership.
MM43.101adopted
Assumption of Lighting Maintenance and Repair on Thomas Clark Way - by Councillor Shelley Carroll, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Shelley Carroll, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, through the Transportation Electrical Construction and Maintenance Group, in consultation with Toronto Hydro, to undertake the necessary repairs to the lighting on Thomas Clark Drive in advance of the full road assumption.
MM43.102adopted
Re-opening of Item 2026.MM42.23 - Authorization to Release Section 45 Funds and Agreement with STEPS Public Art to Advance Utility Box and Picnic Bench Beautification in Liberty Village - by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Gord Perks
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Gord Perks, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2026.MM42.23 by: 1. In Recommendation 1, deleting the dollar value "$55,000" before the word "gross" in Recommendation 1 and replacing it with "$60,000; "deleting Section 45 community benefits" and replacing it with, "with funds obtained through minor variance decision A0739/11TEY, 125 Western Battery Road"; and deleting the Source Account code "XR3028-4500012" and replacing it with "XR3028-4500112"; such that the decision now reads as follows: a. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $60,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded with funds obtained through minor variance decision A0739/11TEY, 125 Western Battery Road (Source Account: XR3028-4500112), secured for community benefits, for the purpose of forwarding funds to STEPS (Sustainable Thinking and Expression on Public Space) Public Art for installation of murals on 12 utility boxes and 2 picnic benches in the Liberty Village neighbourhood (Cost Centre: NP2161); and 2. Deleting Recommendation 2 in its entirety and replacing it with: a. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, or designate, to enter into a letter of agreement with STEPS to direct $60,000 to STEPS for installation of murals on 12 utility boxes and 2 picnic benches in the Liberty Village neighbourhood, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, or designate, and which shall include addressing financial reporting requirements, and insurance and indemnification provisions, all in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
MM43.103adopted
Amending Item 2022.TE34.35 - 200 Queens Quay West - Zoning By-law Amendment - Final Report - by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. If the Committee of Adjustment authorizes a minor variance to Appendix 1 of site-specific Zoning By-law 1012-2022, to permit a reduction in the specific minimum average unit sizes by unit type for the affordable rental dwelling units to align with the minimum average unit sizes of the market housing units by unit type, and to increase the minimum number of affordable rental dwelling units from at least 76 to at least 82 affordable rental dwelling units, in the mixed-use development at 200 Queens Quay West, City Council: a. 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 AT6891344, to implement the Committee's decision in a manner, content and form to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director City Planning, the Executive Director, Development Review, the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, and the City Solicitor, and to reflect, that the minimum number of affordable rental dwelling units be at least 82 and up to 90 affordable rental dwelling units and that the specific minimum average sizes of the affordable rental dwelling units by unit type align with the minimum average sizes of the market units by unit type; b. authorize the Affordable Rental Housing Units as described in Table 1 below, to be eligible for development charges exemptions, unless already paid or exempted by provincial legislation. c. authorize the Affordable Rental Housing Units as described in Table 1 below, t o be eli gible for an exemption from taxation for municipal and school purposes. Table 1: Estimated financial incentives and Exemption of Municipal and School Taxation for an additional 11 Affordable Rental Housing Units for 200 Queens Quay West Proposed additional 11 units Forgone Fees & Charges Estimated Forgone Building Permit Fees (A) N/A Estimated Forgone Development Charges (B) $442,477 Estimated Forgone Parkland Dedication Fees and Community Benefits Charges (C) N/A Parkland dedicated Subtotal - Forgone Fees & Charges (A+B+C) $442,477 Property Tax Exemption* Estimated Net Present Value (NPV) of Property Tax Exemption - City portion $517,990 Estimated Net Present Value (NPV) of Property Tax Exemption - Education portion** $89,675 Subtotal - Property Tax Exemption (NPV) $607,665 Total financial incentives provided (Forgone Fees & Charges and Net Present Value of Property Tax Exemption) $1,050,142 * 3 percent discount rate assumption. **The education portion is a flow through to the Province, which the City would not collect or remit once the property tax exemption takes effect. ***The estimated value of the property tax exemption in the first year is approximately $17,612, including $13,904 related to municipal property taxes, and $3,708 related to education taxes. d. authorize, severally, the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, to negotiate and execute, on behalf of the City, a municipal housing facility agreement (the City's Contribution Agreement), or amendments to existing Contribution Agreements, where applicable, with the owner and/or related legal entities for the development listed in Table 1 in Recommendation 1.b above, to secure the financial incentives and to set out the terms of the development and operation of the new affordable rental housing units, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and in a form approved by the City Solicitor. e. authorize severally, the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, on behalf of the City, to execute any security or financing documents, or any other documents required to facilitate the development, including any documents required by the owner and/or related legal entities for the development described in Table 1 in Recommendation 1 b. above, to complete pre-development activities, construction and secure conventional financing, where required, including any postponement, confirmation of status, discharge or consent documents where and when required during the term of the municipal housing facility agreement, as required by normal business practices, and provided that such documents do not give rise to financial obligations on the part of the City that have not been previously approved by City Council, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.
MM43.104adopted
Stopping Auto Theft Before It Starts: Requiring Stronger Anti-Theft Technologies in New Vehicles - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Government of Canada, through the Minister of Transport, to amend the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act to require that all new motor vehicles sold in Canada be equipped with enhanced anti-theft technologies as standard equipment, including improved immobilization systems, vehicle locating technology, stronger encryption, more secure keyless entry systems, advanced authentication technologies, and other vehicle security measures designed to prevent unauthorized access and theft.
TE34.104amended
Initial Findings Report: Transit Priority Measures to Support the 505 Dundas 6-Minute Network
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council receive this report for information.
MM43.105adopted
59 and 60 Annie Craig Drive Paver Fee Exemption - by Councillor Amber Morley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Amber Morley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to authorize a site-specific exemption from the Paver Maintenance Fee for approximately 45 square metres of unit pavers associated with the revised site plan at 59 and 60 Annie Craig Drive. 2. City Council request that the future maintenance costs associated with these unit pavers be absorbed within Transportation Services' existing operating budgets.
TE34.105amended
Transit Priority Measures to Support Transit Diversions During Construction on King Street West
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize amendments to parking and traffic regulations as set out in Attachment 1 to take effect from November 1, 2026, until regular Toronto Transit Commission streetcar service has resumed along King Street West. 2. City Council delegate, despite any City of Toronto By-law to the contrary, to the General Manager, Transportation Services, from October 1, 2026, to June 2, 2027, inclusive, for the purposes of implementing and then addressing any operational and/or safety issues that may arise in relation to the project identified above, the authority to implement changes and submit directly to City Council any necessary bills for by-law amendments to the schedules to City of Toronto Code Chapters on the streets and within the parameters as identified in Attachment 2 to the report from the General Manager, Transportation Services.
MM43.106amended
Facilitating Safe Construction Access for the Development at 8 to 10 Hyde Park Circle - by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, in consultation with the General Manager, Transportation Services, the Executive Director, Development Review, and the City Solicitor, to review on an expedited basis the ownership and legal status of the reserve situated between the lands municipally known as 8 to 10 Hyde Park Circle and Post Road, and to determine whether temporary construction access across the reserve may be authorized under existing delegated authority, subject to all necessary legal, title, engineering, traffic-safety, development-approval, insurance, financial-security, restoration and permitting requirements and terms satisfactory to the appropriate City officials. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to continue addressing construction-related compliance and neighbourhood impacts on Hyde Park Circle through the applicable permit, inspection and enforcement processes while the temporary-access review is underway.
TE34.106amended
Metrolinx Ontario Line - Long-Term Temporary Road Closures, Temporary Delegation of Authority and Update on Liberty New Street
Staff recommendation as filed
The Interim Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services, recommends that: Ontario Line Gerrard Station: Carlaw Avenue: 1.City Council authorize the temporary closure of the east sidewalk to pedestrian traffic on Carlaw Avenue, between Gerrard Street East and a point approximately 115 metres north, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday; 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, at a rate of $3:25 per hour and for a maximum of three (3) hours, on the east side of Carlaw Avenue (near 369 Carlaw Avenue), between Gerrard Street East and a point approximately 15 metres south, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the east side of Carlaw Avenue (near 369 Carlaw Avenue), between Gerrard Street East and a point approximately 15 metres south, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times, except for TTC buses, on the east side of Carlaw Avenue (near 369 Carlaw Avenue), between Gerrard Street East and a point approximately 15 metres south, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate the temporary relocation of TTC bus stop (#4856) associated with construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. Gerrard Street East: 5. City Council authorize the temporary closure of the westbound curb lane to vehicular traffic on Gerrard Street East, between Carlaw Avenue and a point approximately 100 metres east, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. 6. City Council authorize the temporary closure of the north sidewalk to pedestrian traffic on Gerrard Street East, between Carlaw Avenue and a point approximately 100 metres east, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. 7. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday; 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum of three (3) hours, on the south side of Gerrard Street East, between Carlaw Avenue and a point approximately 50 metres west, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. 8. City Council rescind the existing one (1) hour maximum parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday, on the south side of Gerrard Street East, between Carlaw Avenue and a point 100 metres east, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. 9. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday except public holidays, on the north side of Gerrard Street East, between Carlaw Avenue and a point 100 metres east, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. 10. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday except public holidays, on the south side of Gerrard Street East, between Carlaw Avenue and a point 100 metres east, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. 11. City Council prohibit stopping on both sides of Gerrard Street East, between a point approximately 50 metres west of Carlaw Avenue and a point approximately 100 metres east of Carlaw Avenue, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station. Leslieville Station: Queen Street East: 12. City Council approve the temporary closure of the north sidewalk to pedestrian traffic on Queen Street East, between De Grassi Street and a point approximately 45 metres east, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 13. City Council approve the temporary closure of the north sidewalk to pedestrian traffic on Queen Street East, between De Grassi Street and a point approximately 45 metres east, for up to 25 days from June 1, 2029 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 14. City Council approve the temporary closure of the westbound curb lane to vehicular traffic on Queen Street East, between De Grassi Street and a point approximately 45 metres east, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 15. City Council approve the temporary closure of the westbound curb lane to vehicular traffic on Queen Street East, between De Grassi Street and a point approximately 45 metres east, for up to 25 days from June 1, 2029 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 16. City Council approve the temporary closure of the eastbound curb lane to vehicular traffic on Queen Street East, between Strange Street and McGee Street, from July 1, 2027 to November 30, 2027, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 17. City Council approve the temporary closure of the eastbound curb lane to vehicular traffic on Queen Street East, between Strange Street and McGee Street, for up to 25 days from June 1, 2029 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 18. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the north side of Queen Street, between Boulton Avenue and De Grassi Street from August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 19. City Council prohibit stopping on both sides of Queen Street East, between De Grassi Street and McGee Street, from August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. De Grassi Street: 20. City Council approve the temporary closure of a 2.5-metre-wide portion of the northbound lane to vehicular traffic on De Grassi Street, between Queen Street East and a point approximately 85 metres north, from August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 21. City Council rescind the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 10 a.m. and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday on the odd (east) side of De Grassi Street, between Queen Street East and a point approximately 85 metres north, and require the provision of replacement overnight parking spaces as a condition of permit, from August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 22. City Council approve the temporary closure of the east sidewalk to pedestrian traffic on De Grassi Street, between Queen Street East and a point approximately 85 metres north, from August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 23. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect daily on the west side of De Grassi Street, between Queen Street East and a point approximately 85 metres north, from August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 24. City Council prohibit stopping on both sides of De Grassi Street, between Queen Street East and a point approximately 85 metres north, from August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. Strange Street: 25. City Council approve the temporary closure of the east sidewalk to pedestrian traffic on Strange Street, between Queen Street East and a point approximately 80 metres south, from August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 26. City Council continue to rescind the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the odd (east) side of Strange Street, between Queen Street East and the south end of Strange Street, from December 31, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 27. City Council continue to prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Strange Street, between Queen Street East and the south end of Strange Street, from December 31, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. 28. City Council continue to designate on-street accessible parking spaces on the west side of Strange Street, between a point approximately 23 metres south of Queen Street East and a point approximately 12 metres further south, from December 31, 2026 to August 31, 2029, inclusive, to facilitate construction of the Ontario Line Leslieville Station. Temporary Delegation of Authority: 29. City Council amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 937, Temporary Closing of Highways, to delegate to the General Manager, Transportation Services, until December 31, 2030, inclusive, the authority to temporarily close highways or portions of highways to pedestrian and vehicular traffic for a period of up to and including 365 consecutive days but ending no later than December 31, 2030, inclusive, with the exception of those highways listed in Section 937-4 of Chapter 937, Temporary Closing of Highways, as required for the purpose of the construction of the Ontario Line Gerrard Station and Leslieville Station and City Council exempt the General Manager, Transportation Services, in carrying out this delegated authority from Section 937-5 of Chapter 937, Temporary Closing of Highways, that being the requirement to notify the local Ward Councillor of the pending closure and the requirements to report on the proposed closure if so requested by the local Ward Councillor. General: 30. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services, in issuing any requisite permits to include additional permit terms and conditions as the General Manager, Transportation Services deems necessary and appropriate. 31. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bills to give effect to City Council's decision and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make any necessary clarifications, refinements, minor modifications, technical amendments, or by-law amendments that may be identified by the City Solicitor or the General Manager, Transportation Services in order to give effect to Recommendations 1 to 29, inclusive, above. 32. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code and/or Chapters, and any Schedules to the Chapters, to reinstate the traffic and parking regulations to what they were immediately prior to the by-law amendments (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) and remove the delegated authority in Recommendation 29 made in connection with the report (June 19, 2026) from the Interim Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services.
MM43.107adopted
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds from the development at 1478 to 1496 Kingston Road for a decorative Pedestrian Crossing at Kingston Road at Eastwood Avenue - by Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Jon Burnside
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Jon Burnside, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services, on a one-time basis by $27,000 gross, $0 debt, from the development at 1478 to 1496 Kingston Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701343) to be utilized for local streetscape improvements, in consultation with the local councillor and community, in the form of decorative pedestrian crossing at Kingston and Eastwood Avenue (CTP726-07).
MM43.108adopted
Exploring Alternative Governance Models for Biidaasige Park - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Deputy City Manager, Community and Emergency Services, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer of Waterfront Toronto and in collaboration with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, the General Manager, Economic Development, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor to review precedents and best practices for alternative models of collaborative park governance in order to create a non-profit park conservancy model for the long-term stewardship and enhancement of Biidaasige Park concurrent with advancement of the tri-government funded Early Activation Strategy; and to facilitate engagement with key stakeholders, including the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Indigenous groups, the Lassonde Art Trail Foundation, and other relevant stakeholders; and report on the findings to the appropriate standing committee in the second half of 2027.
TE34.108adopted
Noble Street (1266 Queen Street West) - Construction Staging Area
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk and the northbound traffic lane on Noble Street, between Queen Street West and a point 85 metres north, from December 1, 2026 to November 30, 2028, inclusive. 2. City Council designate Noble Street, between Queen Street West and Strickland Avenue, as one-way for northbound to westbound traffic only. 3. City Council authorize a compulsory stop control for westbound traffic at the intersection of Noble Street and Strickland Avenue. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Noble Street, between Queen Street West and a point 50 metres north. 5. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect 10:00 p.m. of one day to 3:00 p.m. of the next following day Tuesday to Thursday; 10:00 p.m. Friday to 9:00 a.m. Saturday; 7:00 p.m. Saturday. to 3:00 p.m. Monday on the west side of Noble Street, between a point 50 metres north of Queen Street West and a point 16.5 metres further north. 6. City Council rescind the existing maximum 10 minutes parking regulation in effect 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, on the west side of Noble Street, between a point 50 metres north of Queen Street West and a point 16.5 metres further north. 7. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Noble Street, between a point 66.5 metres north of Queen Street West and the east/west leg of Noble Street. 8. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Noble Street, between Queen Street West and a point 85 metres north. 9. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Noble Street, between Queen Street West and a point 85 metres north. 10. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Queen Street West, between Noble Street and a point 15 metres east. 11. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Queen Street West, between Noble Street and a point 32 metres east. 12. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 13. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 14. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 15. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 16. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 17. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 18. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 19. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 20. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 21. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 22. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 23. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's decision (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in Parts 2 to 11 above, once the project is complete. 24. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk and the northbound traffic lane on Noble Street, between Queen Street West and a point 85 metres north, from December 1, 2026 to November 30, 2028, inclusive. 2. City Council designate Noble Street, between Queen Street West and Strickland Avenue, as one-way for northbound to westbound traffic only. 3. City Council authorize a compulsory stop control for westbound traffic at the intersection of Noble Street and Strickland Avenue. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Noble Street, between Queen Street West and a point 50 metres north. 5. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect 10:00 p.m. of one day to 3:00 p.m. of the next following day Tuesday to Thursday; 10:00 p.m. Friday to 9:00 a.m. Saturday; 7:00 p.m. Saturday. to 3:00 p.m. Monday on the west side of Noble Street, between a point 50 metres north of Queen Street West and a point 16.5 metres further north. 6. City Council rescind the existing maximum 10 minutes parking regulation in effect 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, on the west side of Noble Street, between a point 50 metres north of Queen Street West and a point 16.5 metres further north. 7. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Noble Street, between a point 66.5 metres north of Queen Street West and the east/west leg of Noble Street. 8. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Noble Street, between Queen Street West and a point 85 metres north. 9. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Noble Street, between Queen Street West and a point 85 metres north. 10. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Queen Street West, between Noble Street and a point 15 metres east. 11. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Queen Street West, between Noble Street and a point 32 metres east. 12. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 13. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 14. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 15. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 16. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 17. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 18. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 19. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 20. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 21. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 22. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 23. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to Toronto and East York Community Council's Decision (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in recommendations 2 - 11, once the project is complete. 24. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community.
MM43.109adopted
Re-Opening and Amending 2026.TE28.4 - 808 Mount Pleasant Road and 247 to 251 Roehampton Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2026.TE28.4 by: a. deleting the following text from Part 6: "Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment"; and b. adding the following new part: City Council authorize the City Solicitor to submit the necessary bill(s) to implement City Council's decision provided the City Solicitor is satisfied that the appropriate legal mechanisms are in place to ensure that no building permit will be issued until such time as the Section 37 Agreement is executed and registered.
MM43.110adopted
Exploring a Long-Term Lease for Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women's Empowerment - by Councillor Amber Morley, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Amber Morley, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management and the Executive Director, Social Development, in consultation with the Toronto District School Board, and other relevant divisions and agencies, to explore the feasibility of transitioning 300 Birmingham Street at the end of the current lease term into a Community Hub under the Community Space Tenancy Policy, and report back to the Economic and Community Development Committee in the second quarter of 2027. 2. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management and the Executive Director, Social Development to consider Jean Augustine Centre and other eligible non-profit service providers as co-located below-market tenants under the Community Space Tenancy Policy at 300 Birmingham Street.
TE34.110adopted
355 Adelaide Street West - Construction Staging Area
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the closure the eastbound curb lane on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between Charlotte Street and a point 50 metres west, from January 1, 2027 to January 1, 2028, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing standing prohibition in effect 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Friday, through Monday on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between Charlotte Street and a point 50 metres west. 3. City Council rescind the existing commercial loading zone, in effect 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between a point 54 metres east of Spadina Avenue and a point 28.5 metres west of Charlotte Street. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between a point 28.5 metres west of Charlotte Street and a point 21.5 metres further west. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between Charlotte Street and a point 50 metres west. 6. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Oxley Street, between a point 30.5 metres east of Spadina Avenue and a point 31 metres west of Charlotte Street. 7. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Oxley Street, between a point 30.5 metres east of Spadina Avenue and a point 31 metres west of Charlotte Street. 8. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Oxley Street, between Charlotte Street and a point 30.5 metres east of Spadina Avenue. 9. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on south sides of Oxley Street, between Charlotte Street and a point 30.5 metres east of Spadina Avenue. 10. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 11. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 12. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 13. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 14. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 16. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 17. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 18. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 19. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 20. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 21. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's Decision on Parts 1 to 9 above (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion), once the project is complete. 22. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 23. City Council direct that the occupation permit for construction staging on the Adelaide Street West and Charlotte Street be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure the eastbound curb lane on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between Charlotte Street and a point 50 metres west, from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2028, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing standing prohibition in effect 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Friday, through Monday on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between Charlotte Street and a point 50 metres west. 3. City Council rescind the existing commercial loading zone, in effect 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between a point 54 metres east of Spadina Avenue and a point 28.5 metres west of Charlotte Street. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between a point 28.5 metres west of Charlotte Street and a point 21.5 metres further west. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Adelaide Street West, between Charlotte Street and a point 50 metres west. 6. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Oxley Street, between a point 30.5 metres east of Spadina Avenue and a point 31 metres west of Charlotte Street. 7. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Oxley Street, between a point 30.5 metres east of Spadina Avenue and a point 31 metres west of Charlotte Street. 8. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Oxley Street, between Charlotte Street and a point 30.5 metres east of Spadina Avenue. 9. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on south sides of Oxley Street, between Charlotte Street and a point 30.5 metres east of Spadina Avenue. 10. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 11. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 12. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 13. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 14. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 16. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 17. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 18. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 19. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 20. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 21. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's Decision on recommendations 1 to 9 (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion), once the project is complete. 22. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 23. City Council direct that the occupation permit for construction staging on the Adelaide Street West and Charlotte Street be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction.
MM43.111adopted
340 St Clements Avenue - Request for City Solicitor to Attend at the Toronto Local Appeal Body - by Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to seek party status at the Toronto Local Appeal Body, and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing, with appropriate City staff, in order to support the Committee of Adjustment's decision to refuse Application A0208/26NY, respecting 340 St Clements Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to negotiate a resolution regarding 340 St Clements Avenue (Application A0208/26NY) and authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, at their discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, North York District.
MM43.112adopted
39 Norfield Crescent - Request for City Solicitor to Attend at the Toronto Local Appeal Body - by Councillor Vincent Crisanti, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Vincent Crisanti, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 39 Norfield Crescent (Application A0178/26EYK) and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to oppose the development proposed in Application A0178/26EYK. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to negotiate a settlement of the appeal and to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, in her discretion, after consulting with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, Etobicoke York District.
TE34.112adopted
128 Peter Street - Construction Staging Area
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the west sidewalk, the southbound bicycle lane, a 1.5 metre wide portion of the southbound lane, and the northbound left-turn lane on Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 40 metres south and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the bicycle and vehicular lanes lanes, from August 1, 2026 to August 1, 2027 inclusive. 2. City Council authorize the closure of south sidewalk, and the westbound curb lane, on Richmond Street West, between Peter Street and a point 50 metres west and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the westbound curb lane, from August 1, 2026 to August 1, 2027 inclusive. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Monday to Saturday.; 1:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Sunday from November 1 to March 31, inclusive, at a rate of $7.00 per hour for maximum period of 6 hours maximum, on the west side of Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 70 metres south. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday from November 1 to March 31, inclusive, at a rate of $7.00 per hour for maximum period of 3 hours maximum, on the west side of Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 70 metres south. 5. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 30.5 metres south. 6. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 70 metres south. 7. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 8. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 9. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 10. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 11. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 14. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 15. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 16. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 17. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bicycle lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 18. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 19. City Council direct that Peter Street and Richmond Street West be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) when the project is complete. 20. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 21. City Council direct that the occupation permit for construction staging on Peter Street, and on Richmond Street West be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the west sidewalk, the southbound bicycle lane, a 1.5 metre wide portion of the southbound lane, and the northbound left-turn lane on Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 40 metres south and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the bicycle and vehicular lanes lanes, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2029 inclusive. 2. City Council authorize the closure of south sidewalk, and the westbound curb lane, on Richmond Street West, between Peter Street and a point 50 metres west and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the westbound curb lane, from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2029 inclusive. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Monday to Saturday.; 1:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Sunday from November 1 to March 31, inclusive, at a rate of $7.00 per hour for maximum period of 6 hours maximum, on the west side of Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 70 metres south. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday from November 1 to March 31, inclusive, at a rate of $7.00 per hour for maximum period of 3 hours maximum, on the west side of Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 70 metres south. 5. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 30.5 metres south. 6. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Peter Street, between Richmond Street West and a point 70 metres south. 7. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 8. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 9. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 10. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 11. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 14. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 15. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 16. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 17. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bicycle lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 18. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 19. City Council direct that Peter Street and Richmond Street West be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) when the project is complete. 20. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 21. City Council direct that the occupation permit for construction staging on Peter Street, and on Richmond Street West be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction.
MM43.113adopted
Amending 2022.EY30.2 - 340 Mill Road - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Final Report to provide for a Development Charge Credit for cycling infrastructure requested by City Staff - by Councillor Stephen Holyday, seconded by Councillor Vincent Crisanti
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Stephen Holyday, seconded by Councillor Vincent Crisanti, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its decision on item 2022.EY30.2 by adding the following recommendations: 7. City Council approve a development charge credit against the Road component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the Owner of the Multi-Use Trail on Burnhamthorpe between the Mississauga border and Mill Road to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the General Manager Transportation Services. The development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost incurred by the Owner of designing and constructing the Multi-Use Trail, as approved by the Executive Director, Development Review in consultation with the General Manager Transportation Services, and the Road component of development charges payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time.
TE34.113adopted
Richmond Street West (471 Richmond Street West and 38 Camden Street) - Construction Staging Area
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the south sidewalk and the south side westbound lane on Richmond Street West, between a point 40 metres east of Brant Street and a point 40 metres further east, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the westbound curb lane, from August 1, 2026 to August 1, 2027, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the south side of Richmond Street West, between a point 30 metres east of Brant Street and a point 65 metres further east. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Richmond Street West, between a point 37 metres east of Brant Street and a point 17 metres further east. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Richmond Street West, between a point 30 metres east of Brant Street and a point 65 metres further east. 5. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 6. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 8. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 9. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 10. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 11. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 12. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 13. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 14. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 15. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in Parts 1 to 6 above, once the project is complete. 16. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 17. City Council direct that the occupation permit for construction staging on Richmond Street West and on Camden Street be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the south sidewalk and the south side westbound lane on Richmond Street West, between a point 40 metres east of Brant Street and a point 40 metres further east, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the westbound curb lane, from August 1, 2026 to April 30, 2029, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the south side of Richmond Street West, between a point 30 metres east of Brant Street and a point 65 metres further east. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Richmond Street West, between a point 37 metres east of Brant Street and a point 17 metres further east. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Richmond Street West, between a point 30 metres east of Brant Street and a point 65 metres further east. 5. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 6. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 8. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 9. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 10. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 11. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 12. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 13. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 14. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 15. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to Toronto and East York Community Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in recommendations 1 to 6 once the project is complete. 16. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 17. City Council direct that the occupation permit for construction staging on Richmond Street West and on Camden Street be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction.
MM43.114amended
Malvern Area Community Facilities and Services Working Group - Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Neethan Shan
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Neethan Shan, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the Executive Director, Social Development, the General Manager, Economic Development, and other appropriate City officials, to convene a Malvern Area Community Facilities and Services Working Group as part of community consultations for Planning Act applications as stipulated by the Official Plan: a. comprising representatives from the local community including, the TAIBU Community Health Centre, Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, MyMalvern, local residents and community-service users, other relevant community organizations, local City Councillors, and appropriate City divisions and agencies, with the owner or applicant of development(s) in the Malvern area being invited to participate as appropriate to the stage of the planning and development process; b. providing a forum for the Working Group members to identify local priorities and inform the City's ongoing work respecting community facilities and services associated with the development in the Malvern area, with particular attention to service continuity, redevelopment phasing, the operational and accessibility needs of community-service providers that coordinates with the City, community organizations, residents and such service providers; and c. establishing a terms of reference and identify any resourcing requirements, in consultation with Working Group members, with the first meeting to be convened by the end of the first quarter of 2027, and a report from the Executive Director, Development Review to the appropriate Committee by the end of the second quarter of 2027 on the Working Group's establishment, priorities and work, including any additional authorities or resources required.
TE34.114adopted
1 Bloor Street West (Yonge Street at Bloor Street West) - Construction Staging Area Time Extension
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the 3 metre wide portion of the southbound curb lane on Yonge Street, between Bloor Street West and a point 66 metres south, from January 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028, inclusive. 2. City Council direct the applicant to continue posting a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue providing and installing public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 4. City Council direct the applicant to continue sweeping the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways weekly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to continue ensuring that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 6. City Council direct the applicant to continue consulting and communicating all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 7. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Traffic Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 8. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Traffic Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 9. City Council direct the applicant to continue installing appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 10. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 11. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council direction, and to reinstate the traffic and parking regulations to what they were immediately prior to the date of the report on November 25 and 26, 2020 (Item 2020.TE20.29) and the report on November 26 and 27, 2019 (Item 2019.TE10.27) from the Director, Transportation Services once the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the 3 metre wide portion of the southbound curb lane on Yonge Street, between Bloor Street West and a point 66 metres south, from January 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028, inclusive. 2. City Council direct the applicant to continue posting a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue providing and installing public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 4. City Council direct the applicant to continue sweeping the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways weekly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to continue ensuring that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 6. City Council direct the applicant to continue consulting and communicating all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 7. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Traffic Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 8. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Traffic Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 9. City Council direct the applicant to continue installing appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 10. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 11. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to City Council at the appropriate time any necessary bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council direction, and to reinstate the traffic and parking regulations to what they were immediately prior to the date of the report on November 25 and 26, 2020 (Item 2020.TE20.29) and the report on November 26 and 27, 2019 (Item 2019.TE10.27) from the Director, Transportation Services once the project is complete.
MM43.115adopted
Exploring a Partnership with Jays Care Foundation to Establish a Jays Care Academy in Toronto - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, in consultation with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, the Executive Director, Development Review and any other relevant City Official(s), to work with CreateTO to identify potential City-owned sites for a Jays Care Academy, with an emphasis on locations outside of downtown core, and enter into discussions with the Jays Care Foundation to identify city building benefits to the City that would be secured, including those related to community access and public use, and to report to City Council through the appropriate Standing Committee at the earliest opportunity.
TE34.115adopted
350 Davenport Road - Construction Staging Area
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk, the northbound bicycle lane, the curbside parking lane, and the northbound traffic lane on Davenport Road, between a point 50 metres south of Dupont Street to a point 58 metres further south, from August 1, 2026 to August 1, 2028, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday; 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, at a rate of $4.50 per hour and for a maximum period of 3 hours, on the east/north side of Davenport Road from a point 50 metres south of Dupont Street and a point 58 metres further south. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Davenport Road from a point 50 metres south of Dupont Street and a point 58 metres further south. 4. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected, unobstructed, and fully Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act compliant walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit. 6. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 8. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 9. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 10. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 12. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bicycle lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 13. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 14. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in Parts 1 to 3 above, once the project is complete 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 16. City Council direct that Davenport Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 17. City Council direct the applicant to provide a protected bicycle lane for the portion of the northbound bicycle lane on Davenport Road, between a point 50 metres south of Dupont Street and a point 58 metres further south, that has been shifted west to accommodate the applicant's project, and maintain the protected bicycle lane within the closed portions of the parking lane and the northbound traffic lane.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk, the northbound bicycle lane, the curbside parking lane, and the northbound traffic lane on Davenport Road, between a point 50 metres south of Dupont Street to a point 58 metres further south, from August 1, 2026 to August 1, 2028, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Monday to Saturday; 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, at a rate of $4.50 per hour and for a maximum period of 3 hours, on the east/north side of Davenport Road from a point 50 metres south of Dupont Street and a point 58 metres further south. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Davenport Road from a point 50 metres south of Dupont Street and a point 58 metres further south. 4. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected, unobstructed, and fully AODA compliant walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit. 6. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 8. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 9. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 10. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 12. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bicycle lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 13. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 14. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to Toronto and East York Community Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in recommendations 1 - 3, once the project is complete 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 16. City Council direct that Davenport Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
MM43.116adopted
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds for Locally Branded Street Signs for the Bedford Park Neighbourhood - by Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services by $37,596.72 gross, $0 debt, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 1580 Avenue Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701016), to be utilized to fabricate and install street signage recognizing the Bedford Park neighbourhood at 161 locations - Lawrence Avenue West, Jedburgh Road, Elm Road and Greer Road (Signs and Markings Asset Management, CTP726-08).
MM43.117adopted
Authorization to Release Section 42 Funds for a Refresh and a Water Feature for Coxwell Common - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to assess the feasibility of utilizing the park's existing underground irrigation and sprinkler infrastructure to design and install an appropriate water feature within the circle in the middle of the park and allocate up to $100,000 from Section 42 funds, funded from the internal order accounts listed below, with a total available balance of $100,000.00. Internal Order Account Estimated Balance XR2213-4200099 $1.24 XR2213-4200230 $151.52 XR2213-4200257 $3.59 XR2213-4200273 $150.42 XR2213-4200344 $106.13 XR2213-4200387 $98.49 XR2213-4200405 $253.80 XR2213-4200406 $253.80 XR2213-4200544 $15.28 XR2213-4200552 $6.84 XR2213-4200582 $8,221.70 XR2213-4200583 $6.98 XR2213-4200622 $4.15 XR2213-4200690 $11,058.70 XR2213-4200699 $5,552.57 XR2213-4200729 $392.64 XR2213-4200747 $546.35 XR2213-4200773 $59.70 XR2213-4200811 $475.10 XR2213-4200846 $11.87 XR2213-4200979 $9,045.41 XR2213-4201005 $136.98 XR2213-4201062 $96.55 XR2213-4201064 $7,759.51 XR2213-4201219 $8,870.72 XR2213-4201222 $188.94 XR2213-4201224 $167.96 XR2213-4201229 $922.89 XR2213-4201246 $43.76 XR2213-4201472 $163.78 XR2213-4201591 $14,654.02 XR2213-4201593 $16,307.29 XR2213-4201595 $13,107.21 XR2113-4200571 $527.85 Total Available Balance $100,000.00 2. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to review existing plant material within the park and where necessary, update and refresh the landscaping with plantings that prioritize native and climate-resilient plant species where appropriate. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to report back on the feasibility study and associated design options and any further funding requirements in the second quarter of 2027.
MM43.118adopted
Revitalizing St. Patrick’s Market Square - by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO, to review opportunities to expedite the phased delivery of improvements to St. Patrick's Market Square parkette as part of the City's broader Grange Precinct Real Estate Strategy and to include potential enhancements identified through community feedback, including outdoor fitness equipment and other recreational amenities, as part of future public consultations and design considerations.
MM43.119adopted
Considering the Cumulative Impacts of Development Activity in Cliffcrest to Ensure Proper Planning and Balanced Growth - by Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommneds that: 1. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to monitor development applications along Kingston Road generally between Brimley Road and Markham Road, and provide development activity findings to partner divisions and agencies involved in the review of municipal infrastructure, transportation, environment and public realm, community services and local business activity to assist in their long-term planning.
MM43.120adopted
Authorization to Release Section 45 Funds from the Development at 2328 to 2350 Kingston Road for a Public Art Mural - by Councilor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow
Staff recommendation as filed
Councilor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that: 1. City Council direct that the Section 45 funds obtained through minor variance decision A0012/26SC related to the development at 2328 to 2350 Kingston Road be forwarded to Cliffside Village GP Inc., to a maximum of twenty thousand five hundred and twenty one dollars ($20,521.00), to be used for a public mural within the local area upon confirmation that the Section 45 funds have been paid as a cash contribution to the City, the public art mural has been completed, a cost schedule has been provided to the City, and an above-grade building permit for the development has been issued for the lands, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Ward Councillor.
MM43.121adopted
Protecting Toronto’s Live Music Venues - by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and the Interim Executive Director, Development Review, and any other divisions as needed, to continue efforts to address the current precarious state of live music venues, by taking proactive steps to protect existing venues and encourage establishment of new venues, such potential steps including but not be limited to: updating the Official Plan and Zoning By-laws; drafting design guidelines for mixed-use developments; exploring cultural heritage designations and land trusts; aligning with the Culture Connects and Sidewalks to Skylines action plans; consulting with industry stakeholders, venue operators and audiences; and other measures as required to support live music venues, reporting back as part of the Culture Connects report in 2027.
TE34.121adopted
325 Gerrard Street East - Construction Staging Area
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk and a 1.9 metre wide portion of the east side southbound curb lane on Dreamers Way, between Gerrard Street East and a point 82.5 metres south, from July 10, 2026, to September 30, 2027, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing standing prohibition at all times on the east side of Dreamers Way, between Gerrard Street East and a point 82.5 metres south. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Dreamers Way, between Gerrard Street East and a point 82.5 metres south. 4. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the south side of Gerrard Street East, between a point 84 metres east of Dreamers Way and a point 18.5 metres further east. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Gerrard Street East, between a point 84 metres east of Dreamers Way and a point 18.5 metres further east. 6. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large-scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 15. City Council direct the applicant to include a minimum of 75 percent of advertisement surface area on the construction hoarding to be allocated to artwork with adequate spotlighting at their sole cost; design is to be reviewed and approved by the local Ward Councillor. 16. City Council direct the applicant to establish a Construction Management Working Group that meets monthly and invite local stakeholders including Municipal Licensing and Standards, Toronto Buildings, adjacent neighbours, local resident groups, local Business Improvement Areas and local school administration. 17. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure with the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work; more specifically, Transportation Services on-street bikeway pavement markings (2026), major road resurfacing (2028-2029), local geometric safety improvements (2028-2029), Toronto Water watermain replacement and sewer rehabilitation (2029), and Toronto Transit Commission electrical work (2027) and track replacement (2029). 18. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in Parts 2, 3, 4 and 5 above, once the project is complete. 19. City Council direct the applicant to mitigate light pollution by installing a shield/barrier on any lighting standards in close proximity to adjacent residential properties, such as cranes. 20. City Council direct the applicant email monthly construction progress reports to the local Councillor, local residents' association and Business Improvement Area Board of Management.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk and a 1.9 metre wide portion of the east side southbound curb lane on Dreamers Way, between Gerrard Street East and a point 82.5 metres south, from July 10, 2026, to September 30, 2029, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing standing prohibition at all times on the east side of Dreamers Way, between Gerrard Street East and a point 82.5 metres south. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Dreamers Way, between Gerrard Street East and a point 82.5 metres south. 4. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the south side of Gerrard Street East, between a point 84 metres east of Dreamers Way and a point 18.5 metres further east. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Gerrard Street East, between a point 84 metres east of Dreamers Way and a point 18.5 metres further east. 6. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large-scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 16. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 17. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure with the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work; more specifically, Transportation Services on-street bikeway pavement markings (2026), major road resurfacing (2028-2029), local geometric safety improvements (2028-2029), Toronto Water watermain replacement and sewer rehabilitation (2029), and Toronto Transit Commission electrical work (2027) and track replacement (2029). 18. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in recommendations 2, 3, 4 and 5, once the project is complete.
MM43.122adopted
Advancing Alternate Section 37 Agreement Contributions at Bloor and Dufferin - by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the City Solicitor and the Executive Director, Housing Development Office to, upon conveyance of Block F to the City, bring forward a City-initiated Zoning By-law Amendment to amend Schedule A of Site-Specific By-law 700-2021 (Ontario Land Tribunal) to exercise Option b. identified in 2026.MM39.48 , as adopted by Council March 25 and 26, 2026, upon the Zoning By-law Amendment coming into force, namely: b. an additional financial contribution, with a minimum amount to be specified in the Zoning By-law Amendment, with indexing provisions, satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review, the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, and the Executive Director, Corporate and Real Estate Management, that will be directed towards: 1. the provision of Affordable Housing in the local ward satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and Executive Director, Development Review; 2. new or existing cultural and/or community space in the ward; and/or 3. capital improvements to Dufferin Subway Station, including priority safety, mobility, and accessibility enhancements as identified in consultation with residents and Toronto Transit Commission, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, and the Toronto Transit Commission. with the selection to be at the City's sole discretion.
MM43.123adopted
74 Kirknewton Road - Request for City Solicitor to Attend at the Toronto Local Appeal Body - by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconeded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommend that: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's approval of the Application A0435/26TEY in respect of the property municipally known as 74 Kirknewton Road (the "Appeal") and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the Appeal and settle the matter on behalf of the City at their discretion in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
TE34.123adopted
1134 Queen Street East - Construction Staging Area Time Extension
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the north sidewalk and a 2.2-metre-wide portion of the westbound curb lane on Queen Street East, between a point 17 metres west of Bertmount Avenue and Coady Avenue, and a provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the westbound curb lane, from October 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, inclusive. 2. City Council direct the applicant to continue to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 4. City Council direct the applicant to continue to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 5. City Council direct the applicant to continue to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 6. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 7. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 8. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large-scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 9. City Council direct the applicant to continue to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 10. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 11. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in Item 2025.TE24.44, once the project is complete. 12. City Council direct the applicant to continue to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance and construction activities to municipal infrastructure with the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work; more specifically, Toronto Transit Commission track replacement work planned on Queen Street East in 2027.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the north sidewalk and a 2.2-metre-wide portion of the westbound curb lane on Queen Street East, between a point 17 metres west of Bertmount Avenue and Coady Avenue, and a provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the westbound curb lane, from October 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, inclusive. 2. City Council direct the applicant to continue to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 4. City Council direct the applicant to continue to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 5. City Council direct the applicant to continue to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 6. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 7. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 8. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large-scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 9. City Council direct the applicant to continue to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 10. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 11. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in Item TE24.44, once the project is complete. 12. City Council direct the applicant to continue to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure with the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work; more specifically, TTC track replacement work planned on Queen Street East in 2027.
MM43.124adopted
Provision of Access to Waste Receptacles On-Site for Customer Use in Quick-Serve Restaurants - by Councillor Michael Thompson, seconded by Councillor Neethan Shan
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Michael Thompson, seconded by Councillor Neethan Shan, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services to work with appropriate City Divisions to take the necessary steps to mandate quick-serve restaurants to provide on-site waste receptacles for use by their customers, and report back to City Council if required.
TE34.124adopted
955 Lake Shore Boulevard West - Temporary Left Turn Prohibitions
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council prohibit northbound left turns at all times at the temporary construction access located on the south side of Lake Shore Boulevard West, at a point 158 metres west of Remembrance Drive (west intersection)/New Brunswick Way, from August 1, 2026, to August 1, 2029. 2. City Council prohibit westbound left turns at all times at the temporary construction access located on the south side of Lake Shore Boulevard West, at a point 158 metres west of Remembrance Drive (west intersection)/New Brunswick Way, from August 1, 2026, to August 1, 2029. 3. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in Parts 1 and 2 above, once the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit northbound left turns at all times at the temporary construction access located on the south side of Lake Shore Boulevard West, at a point 158 metres west of Remembrance Drive (west intersection)/New Brunswick Way, from August 1, 2026, to August 1, 2029. 2. City Council prohibit westbound left turns at all times at the temporary construction access located on the south side of Lake Shore Boulevard West, at a point 158 metres west of Remembrance Drive (west intersection)/New Brunswick Way, from August 1, 2026, to August 1, 2029. 3. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to the City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's decision, and to reinstate traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) referred in recommendations 1 and 2, once the project is complete.
MM43.125adopted
Dedicated Commercial Loading Zone at 623 Danforth Avenue - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata, recommneds that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to designate the existing commercial loading zone adjacent to Pape Market Foodland, 623 Danforth Avenue, for the exclusive use of the business and designate the zone with the appropriate signage.
MM43.126adopted
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds for A New Mural for a New Bridge - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $5,000.00 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 90 to 100 Broadview Avenue (Source Account: XR3026-3700349) in the amount of $3,970.13 and the development at 201 Carlaw Avenue and 66 Boston Avenue (Source Account: XR3026-3700269) in the amount of $1,029.87, secured for community improvements, for the purpose of providing one-time funding to the Riverside District Business Improvement Area for the design and installation of a mural at the Queen Street East rail bridge underpass (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that $5,000.00 be forwarded to the Riverside District Business Improvement Area to assist in the initiation and completion of the long-awaited Queen Street mural in fall of 2026, subject to the organization signing an Undertaking governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
MM43.127adopted
Consideration of Cycling Infrastructure Opportunities within the area of the Doris Avenue Road Extension Project south of Sheppard Avenue East - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to review opportunities to create cycling facilities and bikeway improvements to connect the Avondale community with the existing and planned bikeways along Sheppard Avenue East and the overall cycling network, consistent with the City's Complete Streets Guidelines and Cycling Network Plan.
TE34.127adopted
Dufferin Street and Florence Street - Traffic Control Signals
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Dufferin Street and Florence Street. 2. Subject to approval of Part 1 above and in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Dufferin Street and Florence Street, City Council authorize removal of the pedestrian crossover on Dufferin Street, immediately south of Florence Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Dufferin Street and Florence Street. 2. Subject to approval of Part 1 above and in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Dufferin Street and Florence Street, City Council authorize removal of the pedestrian crossover on Dufferin Street, immediately south of Florence Street.
MM43.128adopted
Celebrating the Win: Free August Ferry Rides for Kids and Seniors - by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Mayor Chow
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Mayor Chow, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Fleet Services to waive the admission charge for children, youth and older adults (round-trip tickets) on the Toronto Island Ferry from August 1 to 31, 2026. 2. City Council amend the 2026 Capital Budget for Fleet Services by reducing $1,389,589.69 in Debt/Capital From Current and increase the equivalent amount funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 1 to 7 Yonge Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701272), secured for the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal redevelopment, for the Shoreline Infrastructure and Jack Layton Ferry Terminal Improvements project, with no impact to the overall project cost. 3. City Council amend the 2026 Operating Budget for Fleet Services on a one-time basis by replacing user fee revenues of $940,000 as a result of Recommendation 2 with an equivalent contribution from Corporate Accounts - Capital From Current, with zero net impact on the 2026 Operating Budget.
TE34.128adopted
Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue/Private Access - Traffic Control Signal Amendments
City Council on July 29 and 30, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend the existing installation of the traffic control signals at Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue to be in effect at Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue/Private Access. 2. Subject to approval of and in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue/Private Access: a. City Council prohibit northbound right turns at all times at the intersection of Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue/Private Access; b. City Council prohibit eastbound through movements at all times at the intersection of Edmund Avenue/Private Access; c. City Council prohibit southbound left turns at all times at the intersection of Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue/Private Access; and d. City Council prohibit westbound through movements at all times at the intersection of Edmund Avenue/Private Access and Avenue Road. 3. City Council rescind the existing prohibited pedestrian crossing on Avenue Road, between the north curb line of Edmund Avenue and a point 30.5 metres south of the south street line of Edmund Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council amend the existing installation of the traffic control signals at Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue to be in effect at Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue/Private Access. 2. Subject to approval of and in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue/Private Access: a. City Council prohibit northbound right turns at all times at the intersection of Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue/Private Access. b. City Council prohibit eastbound through movements at all times at the intersection of Edmund Avenue/Private Access. c. City Council prohibit southbound left turns at all times at the intersection of Avenue Road and Edmund Avenue/Private Access. d. City Council prohibit westbound through movements at all times at the intersection of Edmund Avenue/Private Access and Avenue Road. 3. City Council rescind the existing prohibited pedestrian crossing on Avenue Road, between the north curb line of Edmund Avenue and a point 30.5 metres south of the south street line of Edmund Avenue.
MM43.129adopted
Commemorating Former Councillor and Toronto Transit Commission Chair Howard Moscoe - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Manager or designate to identify, approve and implement a suitable commemorative naming of a City asset or other form of public recognition in honour of Howard Moscoe following budget consideration, written consent from the Moscoe family, consultations with the local Councillor, and relevant stakeholders, and in a form as approved by the City Solicitor for any written agreement(s). 2. City Council authorize the commemorative naming of a City asset or other form of public recognition in honour of Howard Moscoe without restriction or delay despite any provision that may be contained in a City policy, procedure or guideline, to give effect to Recommendation 1.