North York Community Council
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NY15.1adopted
1100 Sheppard Avenue West - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications - Final Report
This application proposes to amend the Official Plan Site and Area Specific Policy #55 and site-specific Zoning By-law 1185-2010 (OMB) to permit the development of a 14-storey (45.7 metre high), 392 unit residential apartment building containing 29,602 square metres of gross floor area. The development proposal conforms with the policies of the Official Plan and is compatible with its surrounding context. The development introduces an appropriate built form to the site and provides improved public realm along De Boers Drive to the south, Sheppard Avenue West to the west and Kodiak Crescent to the north. The development will provide a variety of unit sizes, including larger units suitable for families and is located in close proximity to the Sheppard West subway station. The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020) and conforms with A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2019). This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.
The North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 1100 Sheppard Avenue West substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 7 to the report (May 26, 2020) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District. 2. City Council amend Zoning By-law 7625, as amended by Zoning By-law 1185-2010 (OMB), of the former City of North York, for the lands at 1100 Sheppard Avenue West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 8 to the report (May 26, 2020) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and/or Draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 4. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to enter into an Agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act as follows: a. the community benefits recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement are as follows: i. prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, a financial contribution in the amount of $400,000 shall be submitted to secure for public art on the lands to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; the owner shall submit a Public Art Plan that is in accordance with the City's Percent for Public Art Program to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the terms of the Percent for Public Art Program shall be set out in the Section 37 Agreement; ii. prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit, the owner shall make a cash contribution to the City in the amount of $800,000 to be used for improvements to the local park and the pedestrian realm between the subject site and the Sheppard West subway station, to be determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the local Councillor; the financial contribution amount shall be indexed upwardly in accordance with the Statistics Canada Non-Residential Construction Price Index for Toronto for the period from the date of the registration of the Section 37 Agreement to the date of payment for the local park and streetscape improvements; and iii. in the event the cash contributions referred to in Recommendation 4.a.ii above has not been used for the intended purpose within three (3) years of the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment coming into full force and effect, the cash contribution may be redirected for another purpose, at the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the local Councillor, provided that the purposes are identified in Toronto's Official Plan and will benefit the community; and b. the following matters are also recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement as a legal convenience to support development: i. the applicant shall construct and maintain the development in accordance with Tier 1 performance measures of the Toronto Green Standard, Version 3.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 1100 Sheppard Avenue West substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment No. 7 to this report. 2. City Council amend Zoning By-law 7625, as amended by Zoning By-law 1185-2010 (OMB), of the former City of North York, for the lands at 1100 Sheppard Avenue West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 8 to this report. 3. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and/or Draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 4. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, require the Owner to enter into an Agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act as follows: a. The community benefits recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement are as follows: i. Prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, a financial contribution, in the amount of $400,000 shall be submitted to secure for public art on the lands to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division. The owner shall submit a Public Art Plan that is in accordance with the City's Percent for Public Art Program to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division and the terms of the Percent for Public Art Program shall be set out in the Section 37 Agreement. ii. Prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit, the owner shall make a cash contribution to the City in the amount of $800,000 to be used for improvements to the local park and the pedestrian realm between the subject site and the Sheppard West subway station, to be determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division in consultation with the local Councillor. The financial contribution amount shall be indexed upwardly in accordance with the Statistics Canada Non-Residential Construction Price Index for Toronto for the period from the date of the registration of the Section 37 Agreement to the date of payment for the local park and streetscape improvements. iii. In the event the cash contributions referred to in Recommendation 4.a.ii above has not been used for the intended purpose within three (3) years of the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment coming into full force and effect, the cash contribution may be redirected for another purpose, at the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the local Councillor, provided that the purposes are identified in Toronto's Official Plan and will benefit the community. b. The following matters are also recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement as a legal convenience to support development: i. The applicant shall construct and maintain the development in accordance with Tier 1 performance measures of the Toronto Green Standard, Version 3.
NY15.2adopted
722 and 724 Marlee Avenue - Zoning Amendment Application - Preliminary Report
This report provides information and identifies a preliminary set of issues regarding the application located at 722 and 724 Marlee Avenue. Staff are currently reviewing the application. It has been circulated to all appropriate agencies and City divisions for comment. Staff will proceed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the application with the Ward Councillor.
The North York Community Council directed that: 1. City Planning staff schedule a community consultation meeting for the application located at 722 and 724 Marlee Avenue together with the Ward Councillor. 2. City Planning staff give notice for the community consultation meeting to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the application site, and to additional residents, institutions and owners to be determined in consultation with the Ward Councillor, with any additional mailing costs to be borne by the applicant.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. Staff schedule a community consultation meeting for the application located at 722 and 724 Marlee Avenue together with the Ward Councillor. 2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the application site, and to additional residents, institutions and owners to be determined in consultation with the Ward Councillor, with any additional mailing costs to be borne by the applicant.
NY15.3adopted
Encroachment Appeal - 1560 Bayview Avenue
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision provided it is in keeping with City policy or by-laws. The property owner of 1560 Bayview Avenue is proposing to construct an accessibility ramp to promote a barrier free community and make the building facility accessible to persons with disabilities. 1560 Bayview Avenue is an existing three-storey building with retail stores and offices. Transportation Services is requesting authority to enter into an encroachment agreement with the owner of 1560 Bayview Avenue to install and maintain an accessibility ramp at the northwest corner of Bayview Avenue and Belsize Drive. The point of entry or exit of the ramp within the boulevard area will have no setback from the edge of the sidewalk on Bayview Avenue. The lack of a setback will not impact traffic sightlines but may have a negative impact on winter sidewalk operations. The accessibility ramp on the public right-of-way does not meet the setback requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 743-31 (E), Streets and Sidewalks, Use of, for delegated approval as an encroachment by the General Manager, Transportation Services. The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.
The North York Community Council: 1. Approved the request to install and maintain an accessibility ramp at the corner of Bayview Avenue and Belsize Drive that will have a portion of 4.21 metres length by 1.41 metres width within the boulevard area; the railings of the accessibility ramp will be at a height of 1.07 metres above the travelled surface of the road and footing depth of 1.2 metres; and the point of entry or exit of the ramp will provide no setback from the rear edge of the sidewalk on Bayview Avenue within the boulevard area, as generally shown in the enclosed attachments, subject to the following conditions: a. the property owner enters into an encroachment agreement with the City of Toronto at the applicant's expense and assumes all liability and damages related to the encroachment; b. the property owner must retain valid property insurance for the duration of the encroachment in case there are any claims initiated due to the encroachment; c. the property owner agrees that the City and/or utility companies may remove the encroachment in order to install or maintain services within the affected public right of way with no obligation to replace it; and d. the property owner obtains all approvals from Toronto Building Division; the General Manager, Transportation Services reserves the right to approve the application to install and maintain the portion of the proposed accessibility ramp within the boulevard area if property owner does not obtain the necessary approvals.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Permits and Enforcement, Transportation Services recommends that North York Community Council: 1. Approve the request to install and maintain an accessibility ramp at the corner of Bayview Avenue and Belsize Drive that will have a portion of 4.21 metres length by 1.41 metres width within the boulevard area. The railings of the accessibility ramp will be at a height of 1.07 metres above the travelled surface of the road and footing depth of 1.2 metres. The point of entry or exit of the ramp will provide no setback from the rear edge of the sidewalk on Bayview Avenue within the boulevard area, as generally shown in the enclosed attachments, subject to the following conditions: a. The property owner enters into an encroachment agreement with the City of Toronto at the applicant's expense and assumes all liability and damages related to the encroachment. b. The property owner must retain valid property insurance for the duration of the encroachment in case there are any claims initiated due to the encroachment. c. The property owner agrees that the City and/or utility companies may remove the encroachment in order to install or maintain services within the affected public right of way with no obligation to replace it. d. The property owner obtains all approvals from Toronto Building Division. The General Manager of Transportation Services Division reserves the right to approve the application to install and maintain the portion of the proposed accessibility ramp within the boulevard area if property owner does not obtain the necessary approvals.
NY15.4adopted
Application to Remove a Private Tree - 17 Arlstan Drive
This report requests that City Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 17 Arlstan Drive. The application indicates the reasons for removal are because the tree is situated close to the dwelling resulting in a leaking foundation causing property damage and there is the risk of personal injury to an elderly neighbour as a result of slipping on fallen leaves. The subject tree is a multi-stemmed Norway maple (Acer plantanoides), measuring 45 cm and 51 cm in diameter. The Private Tree By-law does not support the removal of the tree as it is healthy and maintainable.
The North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 17 Arlstan Drive.
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. City Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 17 Arlstan Drive.
NY15.5referred
Application to Remove Two Private Trees - 12 Stonedene Boulevard
This report requests that City Council deny the request for a permit to remove two privately owned trees located at 12 Stonedene Boulevard. The application indicates two the reasons for removal; to address concerns that the roots are growing into dwelling foundations located on the above property and the adjacent property, as well as to accommodate new landscaping. The subject trees are one Colorado blue spruce (Picea pungens), measuring 43 cm in diameter and one white spruce (Picea glauca), measuring 54 cm in diameter. The Private Tree By-law does not support the removal of these trees as they are healthy and maintainable.
The North York Community Council referred the Item to the Director, Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation for further discussion with the Applicant.
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. City Council deny the request for a permit to remove two privately owned trees located at 12 Stonedene Boulevard.
NY15.6deferred
Application to Remove a Private Tree - 522 Woburn Avenue
This report requests that City Council deny a request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 522 Woburn Avenue. The application indicates the reasons for removal are that the tree has a thinning canopy, an elevated root plate, and is growing too close to the fence. The subject tree is a Colorado blue spruce (Picea pungens), measuring 32 cm in diameter. The Private Tree By-law does not support the removal of the tree as it is healthy and maintainable.
The North York Community Council deferred consideration of the item until the July 15, 2020 meeting of the North York Community Council in order for the Ward Councillor to conduct a site visit.
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. City Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 522 Woburn Avenue.
NY15.7adopted
Application to Remove a Private Tree - 95 Gordon Road
This report requests that City Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 95 Gordon Road. The application indicates the reasons for removal are to address concerns that the tree represents a potential hazard, is not suitable for the growing space due to its height, has caused damage to a neighbouring property, and may cause damage to the playground adjacent to the tree. The subject tree is a Siberian elm (Ulmus pumilia), measuring 84 cm in diameter. The Private Tree By-law does not support the removal of this tree as it is healthy and maintainable.
The North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 95 Gordon Road.
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. City Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 95 Gordon Road.
NY15.8deferred
Application to Remove a Private Tree - 34 Whittaker Crescent
This report requests that City Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 34 Whittaker Crescent. The application indicates the reasons for removal are to address concerns that the tree is overhanging the dwelling, property, and neighbouring driveway. The subject tree is a Norway spruce (Picea abies), measuring 51 cm in diameter. The Private Tree By-law does not support the removal of the tree as it is healthy and maintainable.
The North York Community Council deferred consideration of the item until the July 15, 2020 meeting of the North York Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. City Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 34 Whittaker Crescent.
NY15.9adopted
Request to Rename "Clanton Park" to "Elie Wiesel Park"
On June 18, 2019, a request was made by City Council through item MM8.33, to explore the feasibility of renaming Clanton Park, located at 30 Palm Drive, to Elie Wiesel Park. Property naming and renaming are a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division has reviewed the Council-approved City of Toronto Property Naming Policy and found that this naming proposal meets the policy criteria and process. The Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division recommends that Clanton Park, located at 30 Palm Drive, be renamed to Elie Wiesel Park.
The North York Community Council: 1. Renamed Clanton Park, located at 30 Palm Drive, to Elie Wiesel Park.
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. North York Community Council adopt the renaming of Clanton Park, located at 30 Palm Drive, to Elie Wiesel Park.
NY15.10adopted
Request to Rename "Wilson Heights Parkette" to "Michael Feldman Parkette"
On June 18, 2019, a request was by City Council made through item MM8.32, to explore the feasibility of renaming Wilson Heights Parkette, located at 576 Wilson Heights Boulevard, to Michael Feldman Parkette. Property naming and renaming are a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division has reviewed the Council-approved City of Toronto Property Naming Policy and found that this naming proposal meets the policy criteria and process. The Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division recommends that Wilson Heights Parkette, located at 576 Wilson Heights Boulevard, be renamed to Michael Feldman Parkette.
The North York Community Council: 1. Renamed Wilson Heights Parkette, located at 576 Wilson Heights Boulevard, to Michael Feldman Parkette.
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. North York Community Council adopt the renaming of Wilson Heights Parkette, located at 576 Wilson Heights Boulevard, to Michael Feldman Parkette
NY15.11adopted
Appointment of Directors to the Yonge-Lawrence Village Business Improvement Area Board of Management
The purpose of this report is to appoint two directors to the Yonge-Lawrence Village BIA board of management.
The North York Community Council: 1. In accordance with the City's Public Appointments Policy, appointed the following nominees to the Yonge-Lawrence Village Business Improvement Area Board of Management, at pleasure of North York Community Council, for a term expiring at the end of the term of Council or as soon thereafter as successors are appointed: Dhanani, Tazim Kimberley, Tara
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager, Economic Development and Culture recommends that North York Community Council: 1. In accordance with the City's Public Appointments Policy, appoint the following nominees to the Yonge-Lawrence Village Business Improvement Area (BIA) board of management at the pleasure of North York Community Council, and for a term expiring at the end of the term of Council or as soon thereafter as successors are appointed: Dhanani, Tazim Kimberley, Tara
NY15.12adopted
Designation of Taxicab Stand - Dufferin Street, north of Sheppard Avenue West
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City policy or by-laws. Transportation Services is recommending that a temporary taxicab stand for two taxis be designated on the west side of Dufferin Street, from a point 13 metres north of Sheppard Avenue West to a point 18 metres further north. The proposed taxicab stand will facilitate safe and efficient pick-up/drop-off activity for passengers during reconstruction work at the Sheppard West Transit Station.
The North York Community Council: 1. Designated a taxicab stand for two taxis to operate at all times on the west side of Dufferin Street, between a point 13 metres north of Sheppard Avenue West and a point 18 metres further north. 2. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on the west side of Dufferin Street, between Sheppard Avenue West and a point 31 metres north.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. North York Community Council designate a taxicab stand for two taxis to operate at all times on the west side of Dufferin Street, between a point 13 metres north of Sheppard Avenue West and a point 18 metres further north. 2. North York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on the west side of Dufferin Street, between Sheppard Avenue West and a point 31 metres north.
NY15.13adopted
Accessible Parking Space - Tippett Road
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City policy or by-laws. Transportation Services is recommending the installation of an accessible parking space on the east side of Tippett Road. The installation of the proposed accessible parking space will address the needs of a local resident.
The North York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing standing prohibitions in effect at all times on the east side of Tippett Road, between a point 47.5 metres south of Wilson Avenue and a point 53 metres south of Wilson Avenue. 2. Authorized the installation of an on-street accessible parking space on the east side of Tippett Road, between a point 47.5 metres south of Wilson Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further south.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. North York Community Council rescind the existing standing prohibitions in effect at all times on the east side of Tippett Road, between a point 47.5 metres south of Wilson Avenue and a point 53 metres south of Wilson Avenue. 2. North York Community Council authorize the installation of an on-street accessible parking space on the east side of Tippett Road, between a point 47.5 metres south of Wilson Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further south.
NY15.14adopted
Removal of School Bus Loading Zone - Dubray Avenue
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City policy or by-laws. Transportation Services is requesting approval to remove the existing school bus loading zone on Dubray Avenue, north of Wilson Avenue. This recommendation is in consultation with the ward Councillor upon a request from the Toronto District Catholic School Board (TCDSB).
The North York Community Council: 1. Authorized removal of the existing school bus loading zone in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily, on the east side of Dubray Avenue, from a point 56 metres north of Wilson Avenue to a point 46 metres further north.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. North York Community Council authorize removal of the existing school bus loading zone in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily, on the east side of Dubray Avenue, from a point 56 metres north of Wilson Avenue to a point 46 metres further north.
NY15.15adopted
Parking Amendments - Maxwell Street
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City policy or by-laws. Transportation Services is recommending that stopping be prohibited at all times on the west side of Maxwell Street, between Sheppard Avenue West and Cocksfield Avenue. The proposed prohibition will improve two-way traffic flow on Maxwell Street
The North York Community Council: 1. Prohibited stopping at all times on the west side of Maxwell Street, between Sheppard Avenue West and Cocksfield Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. North York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Maxwell Street, between Sheppard Avenue West and Cocksfield Avenue.
NY15.16adopted
Parking Amendment - Oriole Parkway
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision. Transportation Services is recommending that the existing parking prohibition, in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Oriole Parkway, between Elwood Boulevard and Willowbank Boulevard, be rescinded. This will result in the unsigned statutory three hour limit being in effect at all times. The proposed parking amendment will address residents' concerns regarding the lack of on-street parking in the morning by allowing parking for residents but will also allow parking for all motorists.
The North York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Oriole Parkway, between Elwood Boulevard and Willowbank Boulevard.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. North York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Oriole Parkway, between Elwood Boulevard and Willowbank Boulevard.
NY15.17adopted
Parking Amendments - Kempford Boulevard and Lorraine Drive
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision. Transportation Services is recommending that North York Community Council amend the existing parking regulations on Kempford Boulevard and Lorraine Drive to provide short-term parking areas for student pick-up and drop-off activities in the vicinity of St. Cyril Catholic Elementary School located at No. 18 Kempford Boulevard. A stopping prohibition on Kempford Boulevard in the vicinity of the school is also recommended. The proposed short-term parking areas will assist student pick-up/drop-off activity and will not adversely impact traffic operations on Kempford Boulevard or Lorraine Drive. The proposed stopping prohibition on Kempford Boulevard will address concerns with stopped/parked vehicles blocking the driveways in the vicinity of the school.
The North York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Kempford Boulevard, between Yonge Street and a point 85.4 metres west. 2. Authorized parking for a maximum period of 15 minutes from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Kempford Boulevard, between Yonge Street and a point 75 metres west. 3. Prohibited parking from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. of one day to 8:30 a.m. of the next following day, Monday to Friday and at all times Saturday and Sunday, on the north side of Kempford Boulevard, between Yonge Street and a point 75 metres west. 4. Prohibited stopping at all times on the north side of Kempford Boulevard, between a point 75 metres west of Yonge Street and a point 29 metres west. 5. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Lorraine Drive, between Beecroft Road a point 42.5 metres east. 6. Authorized parking for a maximum period of 15 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Lorraine Drive, between Beecroft Road a point 42.5 metres east.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. North York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Kempford Boulevard, between Yonge Street and a point 85.4 metres west. 2. North York Community Council authorize parking for a maximum period of 15 minutes from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Kempford Boulevard, between Yonge Street and a point 75 metres west. 3. North York Community Council prohibit parking from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. of one day to 8:30 a.m. of the next following day, Monday to Friday and at all times Saturday and Sunday, on the north side of Kempford Boulevard, between Yonge Street and a point 75 metres west. 4. North York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Kempford Boulevard, between a point 75 metres west of Yonge Street and a point 29 metres west. 5. North York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Lorraine Drive, between Beecroft Road a point 42.5 metres east. 6. North York Community Council authorize parking for a maximum period of 15 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Lorraine Drive, between Beecroft Road a point 42.5 metres east.
NY15.18adopted
Proposed Traffic Control Signals - Bathurst Street approximately 15 metres South of Danby Avenue
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates bus service on Bathurst Street, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services investigated the feasibility of removing the pedestrian refuge island (PRI) on Bathurst Street north of Danby Avenue and replacing it with traffic control signals immediately south of the intersection. The main issue with this PRI is the presence of a near-side TTC stop on the north side of Bathurst Street, approximately 20 metres north of Danby Avenue, as TTC buses servicing this stop can potentially impede approaching motorists' view of pedestrians crossing at this PRI. In addition, as there is a significant grade and trees on the east side boulevard, the sidewalk/TTC bus stop waiting area is substandard making it difficult for pedestrians to walk in this area, while other passengers are waiting for the bus. While our analysis indicates that based on current motor vehicle volumes, delays and collisions, the installation of traffic control signals at this location is not technically warranted, we are recommending the installation of pedestrian actuated traffic control signals immediately south of Danby Avenue due to safety concerns with pedestrians waiting and crossing Bathurst Street to access the TTC bus stop and Earl Bales Park. The recommended pedestrian actuated traffic control signals will provide safe and convenient crossing of Bathurst Street for pedestrians, including TTC passengers.
The North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals on Bathurst Street at a point approximately 15 metres south of the intersection of Bathurst Street and Danby Avenue. 2. City Council authorize removal of the pedestrian refuge island on Bathurst Street at a point approximately 20 metres north of the intersection of Bathurst Street and Danby Avenue, in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at a point approximately 15 metres south of the intersection, as set out in Recommendation 1 above.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals on Bathurst Street at a point approximately 15 metres south of the intersection of Bathurst Street and Danby Avenue. 2. City Council authorize removal of the pedestrian refuge island on Bathurst Street at a point approximately 20 metres north of the intersection of Bathurst Street and Danby Avenue, in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at a point approximately 15 metres south of the intersection, as set out in Recommendation 1 above.
NY15.19adopted
Traffic Control Signals - Steeles Avenue East and Waggoners Wells Lane (City of Markham)
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates bus service on Steeles Avenue East, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Steeles Avenue East and Waggoners Wells Lane. The installation of traffic control signals is justified based on pedestrian crossing activity in the vicinity of the intersection; approximately 1,000 metre distance between crossing protection; TTC bus stops at the intersection; five lane cross section; traffic volume on Steeles Avenue East; and installing signals will likely draw pedestrians to cross at the intersection since it will be safer than midblock. Traffic controls signals will enhance safety for pedestrians crossing at the intersection. This installation will increase delays for motorists on Steeles Avenue East, as east/west traffic will no longer operate with free flow. The existing Pedestrian Refuge Island (PRI) located approximately 100 metres to the west of Waggoners Wells Lane will be removed following the installation of the traffic control signals.
The North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Steeles Avenue East and Waggoners Wells Lane. 2. City Council authorize removal of the pedestrian refuge island on Steeles Avenue East at a point approximately 100 metres west of the intersection of Steeles Avenue East and Waggoners Wells Lane, in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Steeles Avenue East and Waggoners Wells Lane, as set out in Recommendation 1 above.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council approve the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Steeles Avenue East and Waggoners Wells Lane. 2. City Council authorize removal of the pedestrian refuge island on Steeles Avenue East at a point approximately 100 metres west of the intersection of Steeles Avenue East and Waggoners Wells Lane, in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Steeles Avenue East and Waggoners Wells Lane, as set out in Recommendation 1 above.
NY15.20adopted
All-Way Stop Control - Highgate Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City policy or by-laws. Transportation Services is requesting North York Community Council to authorize the installation of all-way stop control at the intersection of Highgate Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue. The installation of an all-way stop control is justified at the intersection of Highgate Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue, which will establish the right-of-way and enhance pedestrian and vehicular safety at this intersection.
The North York Community Council: 1. Authorized all-way stop control at the intersection of Highgate Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. North York Community Council authorize all-way stop control at the intersection of Highgate Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue.
NY15.21adopted
Speed Limit Reduction - Hesketh Court
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City policy or by-laws. Transportation Services is requesting North York Community Council authorize a speed limit reduction from 50 km/h to 40 km/h on Hesketh Court, as the warrants are satisfied.
The North York Community Council: 1. Reduced the speed limit from 50 km/h to 40 km/h on Hesketh Court, between Sloane Avenue (north intersection) and Sloane Avenue (south intersection).
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. North York Community Council reduce the speed limit from 50 km/h to 40 km/h on Hesketh Court, between Sloane Avenue (north intersection) and Sloane Avenue (south intersection).
NY15.22amended
Requested Traffic Calming - George Appleton Way and James Finlay Way
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision. Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for traffic calming on George Appleton Way, between Keele Street and James Finlay Way, and on James Finlay Way, between Wilson Avenue and George Appleton Way, to address residents' concerns regarding vehicle speeds The results indicate that the criteria to justify installing speed humps are not satisfied.
The North York Community Council: 1. Waived the polling requirements and authorize the installation of speed humps on George Appleton Way, between Keele Street and James Finlay Way. 2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on George Appleton Way and James Finlay Way for traffic calming enhancement, generally as shown on Drawing NYRD20-0017, dated February 2020, attached to the report (February 18, 2020) from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services. 3. Reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on George Appleton Way, between Keele Street and James Finlay Way and on James Finlay Way, between Wilson Avenue and George Appleton Way, when the speed humps are installed.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. North York Community Council not authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on George Appleton Way, between Keele Street and James Finlay Way. 2. North York Community Council not authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on James Finlay Way, between Wilson Avenue and George Appleton Way.
NY15.23adopted
Turn Prohibition - Keele Street and George Appleton Way
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates bus service on Keele Street, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting that City Council approve a northbound right-turn prohibition at the intersection of Keele Street and George Appleton Way, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., and from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. This prohibition is intended to discourage cut-through traffic during the morning and afternoon peak hours from using George Appleton Way and James Finlay Way to access eastbound Wilson Avenue. These motorists are avoiding northbound right-turn delays at the intersection of Keele Street and Wilson Avenue. The implementation of the right-turn prohibition during the peak periods will prohibit cut-through by non-local motorists, however, the right-turn prohibition will also prohibit area residents from turning onto George Appleton Way from Keele Street.
The North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit northbound right-turns, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, at the intersection of Keele Street and George Appleton Way.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit northbound right-turns, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, at the intersection of Keele Street and George Appleton Way.
NY15.24adopted
On-Street Parking Restriction Extension - Elder Street at Pannahill Road (North-East corner)
The purpose of this motion is to extend the No-parking prohibition, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Elder Street, between Pannahill Road and a point 9 metres north. The staff at Sage Care: Retirement Community (147 Elder St.), have requested that the previous prohibition be extended an extra 9 meters north, for a total of 18 meters. The goal of the extension is to facility safe and efficient garbage collection tasks in the area.
The North York Community Council: 1. Prohibited parking from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Elder Street, between a point 9 metres north of Pannahill Road and a point 9 metres further north.
Staff recommendation as filed
It is recommended that North York Community Council: 1. Prohibit parking from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Elder Street, between a point 9 metres north of Pannahill Road and a point 9 metres further north.
NY15.25adopted
Urgent Review of Intersection: Keele Street at Calvington Drive
The purpose of this motion is to request an urgent review of the safety and operation standards currently present at the Keele Street and Calvington Drive intersection. York Centre continues to mourn the outcome of a tragic crash at the corner of Keele Street and Calvington Drive. Early Sunday June 7th, a teenager lost her life while her sister sustained injuries when a vehicle turning left bound into Calvington Dr., failed to yield to the crossing pedestrians. The driver remains in police custody while investigations continue to determine the cause of the collision. We take traffic safety concerns very seriously and we continue to strive to improve our roads and neighbourhoods to become as safe as possible. Regardless of the preliminary causes leading to the aforementioned tragic incident we believe Transportation Services staff should conduct a complete review of the intersection and improve its safety if possible. This review could include assessing street lighting, adjusting traffic light timing and synchronization, repairing and updating traffic signs and studying the feasibility of installing advance green traffic lights.
The North York Community Council: 1. Directed the Manager, Traffic Operations, Transportation Services to conduct a review of the traffic safety and operations standards at the intersection of Keele Street and Calvington Drive, including but not limited to assessing streetlight coverage, traffic and pedestrian lights timing and synchronization, traffic control signage visibility and efficacy, and the feasibility of installing advanced green turning lights, and to report the findings by the third quarter of 2020.
Staff recommendation as filed
It is recommended that North York Community Council direct: 1. The North York Manager of Traffic Operations and Transportation Services staff to conduct a review of the traffic safety and operations standards at the intersection of Keele St. and Calvington Dr., including but not limited to: assessing streetlight coverage, traffic and pedestrian lights timing and synchronization, traffic control signage visibility and efficacy and the feasibility of installing advanced green turning lights, and report the findings by Q3 2020.