Toronto City Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 74 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.
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CC19.20adopted
This report recommends that City Council approve the alterations proposed for the three heritage buildings at 239 Dundas Street East, 241-243 Dundas Street East, and 247-255 Dundas Street East (designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act as part of the Garden District Heritage Conservation District) in connection with the development of the subject properties. The development application proposes a 52-storey tower (plus mechanical penthouse) on the site that incorporates retained portions of the heritage buildings as part of the base building, as well as the introduction of a new base building along Pembroke Street. The retained facades of the corner building 247-255 Dundas Street East are proposed to be relocated within the site, closer to the intersection of Dundas Street East and Pembroke Street. All the retained heritage facades are proposed to be fully restored. The proposed alterations conserve the onsite and adjacent heritage buildings. The proposal is consistent with the Heritage Conservation Districts' policy framework. Heritage Planning staff are of the opinion that the heritage impacts of the development proposal are appropriately mitigated through the overall conservation strategy. A Heritage Impact Assessment describing proposed conservation and mitigation measures designed to reduce the impact of the proposal was prepared by GBCA Architects, dated December 7, 2023. On May 22 and 27, 2024, the applicant's heritage consultant prepared addendums to the Heritage Impact Assessment to provide additional information and rationale regarding the conservation of the subject properties.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council consent to the application to alter the designated heritage properties at 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East, with conditions, under Part V, Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, to allow for the construction of a 52-storey (plus mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building, with such alterations to the designated properties being substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated December 8, 2023, revised May 28, 2024, prepared by Turner Fleischer Architects Inc., and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by GBCA Architects, dated December 7, 2023, with addendums dated May 22, 2024, and May 27, 2024, and 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. 2. City Council direct that its consent to the application to alter the designated properties at 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East, under Part V, Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, is also subject to the following conditions: a. the related Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment requiring the proposed alterations have been enacted by the City Council and have come into full force and effect; b. prior to the introduction of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment bills to City Council, the owner shall 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 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East prepared by GBCA Architects, dated December 7, 2023, with addendums dated May 22, and 27, 2024, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; c. prior to the introduction of the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment bills to City Council, the owner shall enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated December 8, 2023, revised May 28, 2024, prepared by Turner Fleischer Architects Inc. and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by GBCA Architects, dated December 7, 2023, with addendums dated May 22 and 27, 2024, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Part 2.b. above, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, including execution of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; d. that prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the properties at 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East, 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 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 Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 2. 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; 3. submit a Signage Plan for the subject properties to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 4. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Part 2.b. 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; 5. 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; e. that prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Part 2.d.5 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; and 2. provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. 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 Interim Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council consent to the application to alter the designated heritage properties at 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East, with conditions, under Part V, Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, to allow for the construction of a 52-storey (plus mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building, with such alterations to the designated properties being substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated December 8, 2023, revised May 28, 2024, prepared by Turner Fleischer Architects Inc., and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by GBCA Architects, dated December 7, 2023, with addendums dated May 22, 2024, and May 27, 2024, and 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. 2. City Council direct that its consent to the application to alter the designated properties at 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East, under Part V, Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, is also subject to the following conditions: a. the related Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment requiring the proposed alterations have been enacted by the City Council and have come into full force and effect; b. prior to the introduction of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment bills to City Council, the owner shall 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 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East prepared by GBCA Architects, dated December 7, 2023, with addendums dated May 22, and 27, 2024, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; c. prior to the introduction of the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment bills to City Council, the owner shall enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated December 8, 2023, revised May 28, 2024, prepared by Turner Fleischer Architects Inc. and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by GBCA Architects, dated December 7, 2023, with addendums dated May 22 and 27, 2024, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 2.b. to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, including execution of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; d. that prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the properties at 239, 241-243 and 247-255 Dundas Street East, 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 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 Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 2. 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; 3. submit a Signage Plan for the subject properties to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 4. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 2.b. 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; 5. 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; e. that prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Recommendation 2.d. 5 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; and 2. provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision.
MM19.20adopted
This motion recommends that City Council authorize the release of $915,000 in Section 37 funds to support Toronto Transit Commission subway station upgrades within Ward 11, University-Rosedale. In 1999, 2007 and 2008, $915,000 in Section 37 funding were earmarked for various Toronto Transit Commission station improvements in Ward 11, University-Rosedale, but these funds remained dormant and were never released to the Toronto Transit Commission. On May 22, 2024, by TE13.3, ( https://secure.toronto.ca/council/agenda-item.do?item=2024.TE13.3 ), City Council unlocked these forgotten funds and allowed them to be put to some of the Toronto Transit Commission's many current priorities. This unlocking will become final and binding upon the expiry of the appeal period from TE13.3. After extensive consultations with affected communities and the Section 37 office, the Toronto Transit Commission wishes to proceed with capital upgrades at the Spadina and Dupont Stations to make these stations more attractive and welcoming and (in the case of Spadina) to promote reconciliation in an area of significant importance to Toronto's Indigenous communities. Increasing the visibility of Indigenous art and heritage in the Bloor-Spadina area is a priority for at least one of the abutting residents' associations and for local Indigenous organizations.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. Council increase the 2024 Operating Budget for the Toronto Transit Commission by $915,000.00 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the developments at 86-100 Bloor Street West, subject to the enactment of Bills to give effect to City Council's decision on Item 2024.TE13.3 for the purpose of providing one-time funding to the Toronto Transit Commission for capital upgrades at subway stations within Ward 11, University-Rosedale: a. installation of Indigenous public art in the Spadina Station walkway; and b. tile upgrades to walls and floors at Dupont Station. Development Location Source Account (XR3026) Amount 86-100 Bloor Street West 3700153 $503,451.01 13-21 Balmuto Street 3700188 $219,735.67 4,6,8 St. Thomas Street, and 100-110 Charles Street West 3700641 $191,813.32
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers, recommends that: 1. Council increase the 2024 Operating Budget for the Toronto Transit Commission by $915,000.00 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the developments at 86-100 Bloor Street West, subject to the enactment of Bills to give effect to City Council's decision on Item 2024.TE13.3 for the purpose of providing one-time funding to the TTC for capital upgrades at subway stations within Ward 11, University-Rosedale: a. installation of Indigenous public art in the Spadina Station walkway; and b. tile upgrades to walls and floors at Dupont Station. Development Location Source Account (XR3026) Amount 86-100 Bloor Street West 3700153 $503,451.01 13-21 Balmuto Street 3700188 $219,735.67 4,6,8 St. Thomas Street, and 100-110 Charles Street West 3700641 $191,813.32
MM19.21adopted
For so many, Toronto is a place of hope and our diversity is a beacon to millions around the world. And yet we know there is work to continue to do to ensure that all Torontonians feel safe to be who they are, celebrate their culture, celebrate their identity, and worship freely, without fear of discrimination or hate. As a City, we must foster a sense of belonging, community and inclusion across Toronto for all Torontonians, so that we are all safe from hate. The Toronto Foundation's most recent Vital Signs report underscores a troubling pattern emerging in Toronto of social isolation and lack of connection. To continue to be a caring city, where all are welcome, and to reverse the erosion of connection in our city, we must be unwavering in our message that hate has no place in Toronto. By investing in building welcoming community spaces and promoting a message against hate and in support of inclusion, we can build the connections that stop hate from taking hold.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration, the Director, Equity, Diversity and Human Rights, and the Chief Communications Officer, to re-launch the Toronto for All public education campaign, and leverage existing opportunities such as the City's street furniture network to deliver a unifying message against hate. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, the General Manager Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to coordinate a joint task force to review urban design guidelines and other relevant planning guidelines to provide best practices for applicants to maximize safety through urban design. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to review the Graffiti Management Plan to respond to hate graffiti plan and ensure service levels are being met, particularly as it relates to rapid response to hate graffiti. 4. City Council request the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to report back through the 2025 Budget process on the feasibility of restoring local 'gathering space' funding to support the development of community gathering spaces such as community gardens, chairs and benches, and other public assets that help foster a feeling of belonging, community and engagement.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow, Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, Councillor Mike Colle, Councillor Jennifer McKelvie, and Councillor Amber Morley, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration, the Director, Equity, Diversity and Human Rights, and the Chief Communications Officer, to re-launch the Toronto for All public education campaign, and leverage existing opportunities such as the City's street furniture network to deliver a unifying message against hate. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, the General Manager Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to coordinate a joint task force to review urban design guidelines and other relevant planning guidelines to provide best practices for applicants to maximize safety through urban design. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to review the Graffiti Management Plan to respond to hate graffiti plan and ensure service levels are being met, particularly as it relates to rapid response to hate graffiti. 4. City Council request the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to report back through the 2025 Budget process on the feasibility of restoring local 'gathering space' funding to support the development of community gathering spaces such as community gardens, chairs and benches, and other public assets that help foster a feeling of belonging, community and engagement.
MM19.22withdrawn
Scarlett Heights (15 Trehorne Drive), a former high school site, was declared surplus by the Toronto District School Board on June 29, 2022. The Toronto Catholic District School Board provided an expression of interest on February 10, 2023, to acquire the Scarlett Heights building and property to address its student accommodation needs, including the establishment of a new high school. As part of the process, the Board decided that new property lines be established for the property containing the Scarlett Heights school building and Hilltop Middle School (35 Trehorne Drive) to create two parcels; allowing the east parcel containing the former high school to be declared surplus and sold. The Etobicoke York Committee of Adjustment approved the Consent Application on Condition on August 2, 2023, under file B0004/23EYK. Among the conditions is a requirement to convey land to the City: The owner shall convey to the City, at nominal cost, a 0.40 metre wide strip of land along the Royal York Road frontage of the property in order to satisfy the requirements of a 27 metre wide future right-of-way in fee simple, such lands to be free and clear of all physical and title encumbrances, and subject to a right-of-way for access in favour of the Grantor until such time as said lands have been dedicated as a public highway, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer & Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and the City Solicitor. A manhole which provides access to the site stormwater connection has been found to be located on the edge of the site, within the 0.40 metre wide strip of land to be conveyed to the City as part of the conditions for consent. The manhole is considered a private encumbrance, and must be addressed in order to satisfy the condition. The purpose of this motion is to provide City Staff with the authority to enter an encroachment agreement for the manhole, an administrative process which requires approval from City Council. Compliance with the conditions of consent are time sensitive. Moreover, completion of the surplus and sale of lands for a high school site are of civic importance, and any delay can have material impact to the community and to the school boards.
Item MM19.22 was ruled out of order by the Speaker at City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Stephen Holyday, seconded by Councillor Vincent Crisanti, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to negotiate and enter into an Encroachment Agreement with the property owner at 15 and 35 Trehorne Drive to maintain a private manhole in the municipal boulevard abutting the Royal York Road frontage of the property after the land has been conveyed.
MM19.23adopted
The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment requesting variances from City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 relating to floor space index, dwelling height, number of platforms at or above the second storey on the front wall, and area of each platform at or above the second storey (Application A0533/19EYK) (the "Application"). The Application seeks to construct a new detached dwelling with an attached garage, two second storey front balconies, a third storey rear platform, and a deck in the rear yard. On April 11, 2024, the Etobicoke York District Panel of the Committee of Adjustment refused the Application (the "Decision"). A copy of the Notice of Decision of the Committee of Adjustment is attached. The applicant has appealed the refusal to the Toronto Local Appeal Body (the "Appeal"). In a report from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District dated April 3, 2024, Community Planning Staff raised concerns with respect to the Application and recommended that the Application be refused. Planning Staff opined that the requested variances are not minor in nature, do not meet the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, and are not desirable for the appropriate development of the land. In particular, Planning Staff identified concerns with the proposed floor space index and height. Planning Staff also opined that the requested variances do not respect and reinforce the neighbourhood character or have regard for the Long Branch Neighbourhood Character Guidelines. A copy of the Planning Report is attached. This Motion will authorize and direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body, along with appropriate City staff, in order to oppose the Appeal. This Motion will also authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, at the City Solicitor's discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District. This Motion is urgent as the Toronto Local Appeal Body has issued a Notice of Hearing for this matter. The deadline for the City to seek party status for this matter is July 8, 2024, and the hearing is scheduled to proceed on September 6, 2024. The Notice of Hearing is attached.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body, with appropriate City staff, in order to oppose the Appeal regarding 290 Lake Promenade (Application A0533/19EYK). 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the Appeal for 290 Lake Promenade (Application A0533/19EYK) and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to settle the matter on behalf of the City, at the City Solicitor's discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Amber Morley, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body, with appropriate City staff, in order to oppose the Appeal regarding 290 Lake Promenade (Application A0533/19EYK). 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the Appeal for 290 Lake Promenade (Application A0533/19EYK) and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to settle the matter on behalf of the City, at the City Solicitor's discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District.
MM19.24amended
Review of Major Events Policy - by Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Jennifer McKelvie
This proposes a review of the City of Toronto's financial support system for major events. The objective is to assess whether streamlining the allocation of funding and would benefit both the City and event organizers. The review would explore transitioning from the current annual application process to a system of predictable, ongoing annual support for major attractions. This change aims to achieve the following: Enhanced Stability: Consistent funding would allow event organizers to engage in long-term planning, invest in improvements, and ultimately deliver a more sustainable visitor experience. Improved Efficiency: The current application process can be time-consuming for both the city and the attractions. A streamlined system would free up resources for both parties. Promoted Transparency: Clear criteria for ongoing funding would ensure a fair and objective allocation of city resources. By undertaking this review, all stakeholders, including the City and event organizers, may benefit from a more efficient and effective funding system. I look forward to your support.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer and the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to review the Major Events Policy to streamline financial support for major attractions in the City and report back in the forthcoming report on the Strategic Support for Festivals and Special Events in Toronto to the Economic and Community Development Committee.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Jennifer McKelvie, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer and the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to review the Major Events Policy to streamline financial support for major attractions in the City and report back to the October 23, 2024, meeting of the Economic and Community Development Committee.
MM19.25amended
Last year, the Provincial Government announced their intention to move the Ontario Science Centre to a much smaller location at Ontario Place. This announcement was done without consultation with residents of Thorncliffe and Flemingdon Park who rely on the Centre for employment and education opportunities. The Science Centre is also part of a burgeoning cultural district that includes the Aga Khan Museum. The cultural attraction is an important economic driver for the local community as it brings visitors from across the city and around the world to Don Mills and Eglinton. It would be a real blow to this community to lose the Science Centre just as the opening of the Eglinton Crosstown's "Science Centre" station is about to make the attraction more accessible to the entire city. So far, over 21,500 letters regarding the importance of the Science Centre have been sent to Premier Ford through the Save Ontario Science Centre campaign. The City of Toronto has an obligation to explore all possible means to keep the Science Centre at its current location. In July 2023, MM8.4 requested City Staff to explore avenues to have the Province continue operating the site Don Mills and Eglinton and the feasibility of the City operating the Science Centre as it does the Toronto Zoo. The financial impact statement attached to MM8.4 indicated that this work would take 9 to 12 months to complete. In the time since the motion, the Provincial government spent 1 million dollars on a business case regarding the science centre relocation, and the Auditor General of Ontario has released a value-for-money audit of the business case, concluding it was based on "preliminary and incomplete costs". This motion requests a status update on the initial work as well as supplemental analysis of the business case and value-for-money audit.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the City Manager, in consultation with appropriate City Divisions and Agencies, to report to the July 16, 2024, meeting of the Executive Committee with an update regarding their work on the future of the Ontario Science Centre, including: a. provincial requirements, if any, in the lease with the City to operate the Ontario Science Centre, or other public-facing attraction at the Don Mills and Eglinton site; b. the feasibility of the City operating the Science Centre at its current location, including an assessment of potential revenues from event rentals; and c. an analysis of the November 29, 2023, Provincial business case of the Ontario Science Centre relocation and the December 6, 2023, the Office of the Auditor General of Ontario Value-for-Money Audit: Science Centres (2023), which evaluated the November business case. 2. City Council direct the City Manager to identify and work with community partners and philanthropists who have offered to assist with the funding of the necessary emergency repairs to the roof of the Ontario Science Centre, and formally share the offer from these partners with the province for them to work collaboratively to fund the emergency repairs. 3. City Council request the City Manager to support the Councillor for Don Valley East in leading a design charrette and engage the local communities including Flemingdon Park and Thorncliffe Park, other interested parties and the Province of Ontario to identify opportunities for maintaining public, community-oriented science programming at the Ontario Science Centre.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Jon Burnside, recommends that: 1. City Council request the City Manager, in consultation with appropriate City Divisions and Agencies, to report to the July 16, 2024, meeting of the Executive Committee with an update regarding their work on the future of the Ontario Science Centre, including: a. provincial requirements, if any, in the lease with the City to operate the Ontario Science Centre, or other public-facing attraction at the Don Mills and Eglinton site; b. the feasibility of the City operating the Science Centre at its current location, including an assessment of potential revenues from event rentals; and c. an analysis of the November 29, 2023 Provincial business case of the Ontario Science Centre relocation and the December 6, 2023, the Office of the Auditor General of Ontario Value-for-Money Audit: Science Centres (2023), which evaluated the November business case.
MM19.26adopted
Towards a Beautiful City - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Parthi Kandavel
Toronto can be beautiful if we choose to make it so. But too often, our urban design strives for the height of mediocrity and even falls into disrepair. Our bike lanes are lined with broken flex-posts, our CaféTO patios are surrounded by construction hoarding, and our Astral garbage cans are broken and overflowing. Our public realm can be so much better - and Torontonians deserve that. This motion seeks to create unified public realm design standards across City divisions and the public realm portions of private developments, so that our public spaces can match those in great cities around the world. Further, it explores the creation of a new position, a City Architect and Designer, responsible for implementing and coordinating these standards across every corner of our city. When we move into a new home, the first thing we do is design it in a way we can be inspired by and proud of. We should treat our city the same way.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the City Manager, in consultation with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with all relevant City Divisions, to report back to Executive Committee by the fourth quarter of 2024, with a plan for the overall beautification of the public realm in the City of Toronto, including: a. the feasibility of creating inter-divisional design standards for public realm and urban design on City of Toronto property, including roads, sidewalks, municipal buildings, and parks; b. the feasibility of creating design standards for the public and urban design of new private developments, including streetscaping, frontage, and Privately-Owned Publicly Accessible Spaces; and c. the feasibility of creating an Office of a City Designer and Architect, responsible for the design, coordination and implementation of these design standards and the overall beautification of the City's public realm.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Parthi Kandavel, recommends that: 1. City Council request the City Manager, in consultation with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with all relevant City Divisions, to report back to Executive Committee by the fourth quarter of 2024, with a plan for the overall beautification of the public realm in the City of Toronto, including: a. the feasibility of creating inter-divisional design standards for public realm and urban design on City of Toronto property, including roads, sidewalks, municipal buildings, and parks; b. the feasibility of creating design standards for the public and urban design of new private developments, including streetscaping, frontage, and Privately-Owned Publicly Accessible Spaces; and c. the feasibility of creating an Office of a City Designer and Architect, responsible for the design, coordination and implementation of these design standards and the overall beautification of the City's public realm.
MM19.27adopted
The patio for Union Chicken at 65 Front Street has been a longstanding feature of the Union Summer event taking place outside Union Station. While previously approved under the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario approval process, the application process has changed when transferring responsibility to the City, as Union Chicken's location within Union Station is not within 10 metres of the outdoor space. At this time an exemption is needed for this business to continue to take part in this event.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council exempt any application for the temporary physical extension of a liquor licence at the outdoor patio area operated by Union Chicken Front Limited Partnership, located at Union Station - 65 Front St West, from the 10 metre extended liquor licence adjacency requirement for patios, adopted by City Council in Item 2023.EX3.8, Amendment to Delegation of Authority for the Endorsement of Temporary Liquor Licences.
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council exempt any application for the temporary physical extension of a liquor licence at the outdoor patio area operated by Union Chicken Front Limited Partnership, located at Union Station - 65 Front St West, from the 10 metre extended liquor licence adjacency requirement for patios, adopted by City Council in Item 2023.EX3.8, Amendment to Delegation of Authority for the Endorsement of Temporary Liquor Licences.
MM19.28adopted
The Bell Box Murals Project is a program of Community Matters Toronto. Since 2009, artists from the Bell Boxes Murals Project have painted murals on Bell Canada outdoor utility boxes throughout Toronto, Southern Ontario and Quebec. The project is an innovative collaboration between private businesses, community organizations, local artists and local governments that benefits all members of the community as it aims to: Replace graffiti and vandalism with original works of art Make the streets more inviting to residents and visitors Provide a public art forum to reflect local culture and heritage Enhance residents' sense of community Make art accessible to everyone, regardless of income or social stature Provide income and visibility for local artists This Motion seeks to paint murals on 14 Bell Canada outdoor utility boxes in neighbourhoods within Eglinton-Lawrence.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2024 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $28,000 gross, $0 net, for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to Community Matters Toronto to complete 14 murals on Bell Boxes in various locations in Ward 8 Eglinton-Lawrence, fully funded by Section 37 (Planning Act Reserve Fund) community benefits as follows (Cost Centre: NP2161): $2,000 from the development at 2525 Bathurst Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701153); $10,000 from the development at 2788 Bathurst Street and 515 Glencairn Avenue (Source Account: XR3026-3701210); $2,000 from the development at 1580 Avenue Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701016); and $14,000 from the development at 1705, 1717, 1719, 1743, 1745 Avenue Road (Source Account: XR3026-3700260). 2. City Council direct that the funds in Part 1 above be forwarded to Community Matters Toronto upon the signing of an Undertaking that governs the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2024 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $28,000 gross, $0 net, for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to Community Matters Toronto to complete 14 murals on Bell Boxes in various locations in Ward 8 Eglinton-Lawrence, fully funded by Section 37 (Planning Act Reserve Fund) community benefits as follows (Cost Centre: NP2161): $2,000 from the development at 2525 Bathurst Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701153); $10,000 from the development at 2788 Bathurst Street and 515 Glencairn Avenue (Source Account: XR3026-3701210); $2,000 from the development at 1580 Avenue Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701016); and $14,000 from the development at 1705, 1717, 1719, 1743, 1745 Avenue Road (Source Account: XR3026-3700260). 2. City Council direct that the funds in Recommendation 1 above be forwarded to Community Matters Toronto upon the signing of an Undertaking that governs the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
MM19.29adopted
The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment to obtain consent to sever the property into two undersized residential lots (Application B0070/23TEY) and to request variances from City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 with respect to minimum front lot lines (Applications A1008/23TEY and A1009/23TEY) to construct new three-storey detached dwellings on each of the proposed lots (the "Applications"). The Toronto Local Appeal Body previously approved a 2020 Committee of Adjustment application (File 20 212449 STE 14 MV) for the property for variances relating to parking spaces, depth, floor space index, and landscaping to convert the existing two-storey detached triplex into a six-unit apartment building. On May 15, 2024, the Toronto and East York District Panel of the Committee of Adjustment considered and approved new Applications, subject to conditions (the "Decisions"). A copy of the Notices of Decision of the Committee of Adjustment for the Applications is attached. In a report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District dated May 7, 2024, Community Planning Staff raised concerns with respect to the new Applications and recommended that the new Applications be refused. Planning Staff raised concerns that the front lot lines are not sufficient widths for the proposed severance and are not consistent with the existing front lot lines in the surrounding context. Planning Staff also noted that the proposed front lot lines will not allow for adequate access to the northern lot. Planning Staff opined that the requested variances fail to meet the intent of the Zoning By-law and the Official Plan, are not minor in nature, and are not desirable for the appropriate development or use of the land. A copy of the Planning Report is attached. Planning did not oppose the 2020 application to convert the existing two-storey detached triplex into a six-unit apartment building. There are also concerns that the Applications would result in the demolition of existing rental units on the property and accordingly appropriate tenant assistance should be provided in accordance with Policy 3.2.1.12 of the City of Toronto's Official Plan. In order to preserve the City's right of appeal, the City Solicitor appealed the Committee of Adjustment's Decisions to the Toronto Local Appeal Body on June 3, 2024. This Motion will give the City Solicitor authority to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's Decisions respecting 17 Boothroyd Avenue and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body, along with appropriate City Staff, in order to oppose the Applications. This Motion will also give the City Solicitor authority to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, at the City Solicitor's discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. This matter is time sensitive and urgent as the City Solicitor has already appealed the Decisions to the Toronto Local Appeal Body in order to preserve the City's statutory right and requires instructions to appeal and attend the hearing for this matter.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decisions regarding 17 Boothroyd Avenue (Applications A1008/23TEY, A1009/23TEY and B0070/23TEY) and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body, with appropriate City staff, to oppose the minor variances and consent requested in Applications A1008/23TEY, A1009/23TEY and B0070/23TEY regarding 17 Boothroyd Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution regarding Applications A1008/23TEY, A1009/23TEY and B0070/23TEY respecting 17 Boothroyd Avenue and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, at the City Solicitor's discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decisions regarding 17 Boothroyd Avenue (Applications A1008/23TEY, A1009/23TEY and B0070/23TEY) and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body, with appropriate City staff, to oppose the minor variances and consent requested in Applications A1008/23TEY, A1009/23TEY and B0070/23TEY regarding 17 Boothroyd Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution regarding Applications A1008/23TEY, A1009/23TEY and B0070/23TEY respecting 17 Boothroyd Avenue and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, at the City Solicitor's discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
MM19.30adopted
An application has been submitted to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario for a liquor licence at the premises at 2057 Dundas Street West operating under the name High Notes Coffee and Vinyl (the "Premises"). The application is for an indoor area. This Motion requests that City Council advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that this application for a liquor licence is not in the public interest unless certain conditions, addressing the concerns of the community, are attached to the licence. This Premises is located in close proximity to residential units. There are concerns related to noise, litter, safety, and other potential disturbances to residents in the area. If conditions are put in place, these concerns may be mitigated. Under no circumstance should the establishment be granted a liquor sales license without conditions attached. This matter is considered urgent as the deadline for objections is April 16, 2024.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that the issuance of a liquor licence for High Notes Coffee and Vinyl, 2057 Dundas Street West is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents unless conditions are placed on the licence, and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application. 2. City Council request the Licence Appeal Tribunal to provide the City of Toronto with an opportunity to be made party to any proceedings with respect to High Notes Coffee and Vinyl, 2057 Dundas Street West. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the Licence Appeal Tribunal in the matter of High Notes Coffee and Vinyl, 2057 Dundas Street West, and City Council direct the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions so as to give effect to City Council's decision, including adding conditions to any liquor licence issued for the Premises, in consultation with the Ward Councillor.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Gord Perks seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that the issuance of a liquor licence for High Notes Coffee and Vinyl, 2057 Dundas Street West (the "Premises") is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents unless conditions are placed on the licence, and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application. 2. City Council request that the Licence Appeal Tribunal provide the City of Toronto with an opportunity to be made party to any proceedings with respect to High Notes Coffee and Vinyl, 2057 Dundas Street West. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the Licence Appeal Tribunal in the matter of High Notes Coffee and Vinyl, 2057 Dundas Street West, and direct the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions so as to give effect to this Motion, including adding conditions to any liquor licence issued for the Premises, in consultation with the Ward Councillor.
MM19.31adopted
On August 31, 2023, City staff received a formal repatriation claim from the Métis National Council regarding two objects of significance to Métis history and culture that are currently held by the City of Toronto's Museum Collection. The first object is a tobacco pouch beaded in a traditional Métis style and dated to circa 1890. In August 2022, the authenticity and origin of the pouch were verified by a leading Métis material history expert. The second object is a letter initially thought to be written by Louis Riel on May 6, 1885, two days before the Battle of Batoche. Further research on the letter uncovered evidence of a period forgery, but the object remains part of Louis Riel's story and holds importance to the Métis nation. On April 4, 2024, City staff met with the Métis National Council President and Chief of Staff, who reaffirmed the Métis National Council's repatriation claim and extended an invitation to City staff to repatriate the tobacco pouch and the letter to the Métis people at the Back to Batoche Festival, which is scheduled for July 18 to 21, 2024 in Saskatchewan. Subject to the authorization by City Council, this would be the first repatriation of sacred objects from the City of Toronto's Museum Collection. 2013.ED27.6 - Policies for City of Toronto Museum Collections addresses repatriation under Deaccessioning and Disposal. Under Criterion 3.1.1(h), "an artifact may be deaccessioned if it is the subject of a successful claim for repatriation." Both objects have been subject to a claim of repatriation and have been approved for deaccession as neither fits the City's collecting mandate. The Director, Indigenous Affairs Office has signalled her support for this experience to be used by the City as an opportunity to learn and engage with community on the development of a corporate Repatriation Policy, which is currently under development and will be forthcoming to City Council in early 2025. Financial implications associated with this repatriation will be minimal and can be absorbed within the Economic Development and Culture Division's 2024 budget. Expenditures arising from the repatriation are anticipated to be less than $3,000. The funds will be used to cover the cost of one staff member from the Museums and Heritage Services team from Economic Development and Culture to travel to the Back to Batoche Festival, where the repatriation will take place. This motion is urgent because the repatriation event is taking place July 18, prior to the next Council meeting.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to repatriate the following two objects of historical and community significance to the Métis people from the City of Toronto's Museum Collection to the Métis National Council during the Back to Batoche Festival scheduled for July 18 to 21, 2024, in Saskatchewan: a. a tobacco pouch beaded in a traditional Métis style and dated to circa 1890; and b. a letter initially thought to be written by Louis Riel on May 6, 1885.
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to repatriate the following two objects of historical and community significance to the Métis people from the City of Toronto's Museum Collection to the Métis National Council during the Back to Batoche Festival scheduled for July 18 to 21, 2024, in Saskatchewan: a. a tobacco pouch beaded in a traditional Métis style and dated to circa 1890; and b. a letter initially thought to be written by Louis Riel on May 6, 1885.
MM19.32referred
Toronto is well-known for our incredible food scene, and for our residents' long held and strong opinions for where to get their favourite dishes. In an effort to support our small businesses, Business Improvement Areas, and to encourage Torontonians in celebrating their favourite restaurants - the City should host the first ever Toronto International Pizza Festival. Our City has incredible street festivals and food-related events that draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to locations across Toronto in order to experience the culinary excellence of Toronto. With thousands of pizzerias and related restaurants this festival provides a unique opportunity to encourage Torontonians to support small and local businesses, while also giving residents the opportunity to promote the many traditional and unique styles of pizza that can be found across Toronto. The reason for urgency is to ensure that City staff has sufficient time to process this request by the September meeting of City Council.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, referred Motion MM19.32 to the Economic and Community Development Committee for consideration.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with appropriate City Divisions, the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas, and relevant culinary industry partners, to report back to the July 24, 25, and 26, 2024, meeting of City Council on how the City can support a celebration of Toronto's culinary excellence through the creation of a Toronto International Pizza Festival, to be held in November 2024.
MM19.33adopted
The University of St. Michael's College has requested the City to paint a Pride crosswalk with rainbow colours adjacent to its campus and has given a commitment to cover all costs. The crosswalk will be a visible public testament to the welcoming spirit of the University, and a pledge of its commitment to deep appreciation for diversity in all its forms. The motion is urgent because Pride celebrations are about to take place.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation, to paint a Pride crosswalk with rainbow colours between the John M. Kelly Library, and Elmsley Place on St. Joseph Street, adjacent to the University of St. Michael's College, to be fully funded by the University of St. Michael's College.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation, to paint a Pride crosswalk with rainbow colours between the John M. Kelly Library, and Elmsley Place on St. Joseph Street, adjacent to the University of St. Michael's College, to be fully funded by the University of St. Michael's College.
MM19.34adopted
This Motion will give the City Solicitor authority to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision approving the minor variance application at 222 Rosedale Heights Drive (A0257/24TEY); to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to oppose the development proposed in Application A0257/24TEY; to retain outside consultants as necessary; and to negotiate a settlement of the appeal. On June 11, 2024, the Committee of Adjustment approved an application brought by the agent of the owner of 222 Rosedale Heights Drive for a proposal to alter the existing two-storey detached dwelling on the site, and for which three minor variances from City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 were sought. A copy of the Committee of Adjustment's decision on this application is attached as Attachment 1. The proposed development at 222 Rosedale Heights Drive contemplates encroachment into the minimum Tree Protection Zone of a mature private tree located on a neighbouring property, 11 Harper Avenue, and which is in very close proximity to another neighbouring property, 15 Harper Avenue. The proposed development's extension of the two-storey addition may also result in impacts to the tree's crown. The cumulative effects of these impacts to the tree may result in the death of the tree. To preserve the City's right of appeal, the City Solicitor appealed the Committee of Adjustment's decision to the Toronto Local Appeal Body on June 25, 2024. This matter is time-sensitive and urgent as the City Solicitor has already appealed the decision to the Toronto Local Appeal Body in order to preserve the City's statutory right of appeal. Thus, the City Solicitor requires instructions to appeal and to attend the hearing for this matter.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 222 Rosedale Heights Drive (Application A0257/24TEY) and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to oppose the development proposed in application A0257/24TEY. 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 that the City Solicitor be authorized to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, in the City Solicitor's discretion, after consulting with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. That City Council direct the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 222 Rosedale Heights Drive (Application A0257/24TEY) and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to oppose the development proposed in application A0257/24TEY. 2. That City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. That City Council authorize the City Solicitor to negotiate a settlement of the appeal, and that the City Solicitor be authorized to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, in the City Solicitor's discretion, after consulting with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
MM19.35adopted
In a decision dated January 30, 2024, the Ontario Land Tribunal approved an application to amend the zoning by-law at 906 Yonge Street and 25 McMurrich Street. As part of the approved development at 906 Yonge Street and 25 McMurrich Street, an existing chimney on the property is proposed to be removed. In 2023, the applicant approached City staff and the Councillor's office to inform them that the chimney contained evidence of Chimney Swifts, a species identified on the Species at Risk in Ontario list. Under the provincial Endangered Species Act, 2007, anyone requesting to damage or destroy the habitat of an endangered species must construct replacement habitat before the existing habitat is impacted. In this instance, staff and the local Councillor agreed to allow replacement habitat to be constructed in a nearby City park, Budd Sugarman Park, provided the developer replace the chimney habitat at a ratio of 2 to 1 and agree to any terms and conditions deemed necessary and appropriate by City staff. A construction Management Agreement is required between the City and the builder to allow the chimneys to be constructed in Budd Sugarman Park. At its meeting on February 6, 2024, City Council directed City staff to review and report on applicable policies concerning the use of City property to create replacement habitat for the purposes of the Endangered Species Act, 2007. A report is anticipated in the third quarter of 2024.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, to enter into and execute on behalf of the City a Construction Management Agreement with 906 Yonge Street Development Inc. for the construction of two Chimney Swift habitats within Budd Sugarman Park, on terms and conditions deemed necessary and appropriate by the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, and in accordance with City policies applicable to capital projects. 2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, to enter into and execute on behalf of the City any other ancillary agreements necessary to complete construction of the Chimney Swift habitats, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to enter into and execute on behalf of the City a Construction Management Agreement with 906 Yonge Street Development Inc. for the construction of two Chimney Swift habitats within Budd Sugarman Park, on terms and conditions deemed necessary and appropriate by the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, and in accordance with City policies applicable to capital projects. 2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to enter into and execute on behalf of the City any other ancillary agreements necessary to complete construction of the Chimney Swift habitats, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
MM19.36adopted
On June 5, 2024, the Committee of Adjustment (the "Committee") refused an application brought by the owner of 2267 Dundas Street West for variances to City of Toronto Zoning By-law 438-86 to convert the existing three-storey mixed-use semi-detached building into a total of five residential dwelling units (the "Application"). A copy of the Committee's decision is attached as Attachment 1. On June 24, 2024, the owner appealed the Committee's Application refusal to the Toronto Local Appeal Body). The Application presents outstanding concerns including, but not limited to, the inappropriate conversion of retail space for residential use. A Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing is expected to be scheduled imminently - as such this motion is urgent. This motion will authorize the City Solicitor to seek party status attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing along with appropriate City staff to oppose the appeal. This motion also authorizes the City Solicitor to negotiate a settlement of the appeal and retain outside consultants as necessary.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to uphold the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of Application A0319/24TEY respecting 2267 Dundas Street West. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt negotiating a resolution regarding Application A0319/24TEY respecting 2267 Dundas Street West, and City Council authorize City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, in her discretion, after consulting with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Gord Perks, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to uphold the Committee of Adjustment's refusal of Application A0319/24TEY respecting 2267 Dundas Street West. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt negotiating a resolution regarding Application A0319/24TEY respecting 2267 Dundas Street West, and that the City Solicitor be authorized to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, in her discretion, after consulting with the Ward Councillor and the Director, Toronto and East York District Community Planning.
MM19.37adopted
This Motion seeks authority to provide property tax relief for the fifteen-unit affordable rental housing building at 26 Maynard Avenue owned by the non-profit community housing provider, the Neighbourhood Land Trust (NLT). In 2019, City Council approved the provision of financial assistance and benefits to the Neighbourhood Land Trust for the acquisition, renovation and operation of the property as affordable rental housing and approved the City entering into a Toronto Renovates and Rooming House Acquisition Funding Agreement with the Neighbourhood Land Trust. Based in part on the success of The Neighbourhood Land Trust's acquisition of 26 Maynard Avenue under the City pilot project, the City launched the Multi-Unit Residential Acquisition Program (MURA) in 2021. The Multi-Unit Residential Acquisition Program provides funding and incentives, including property tax relief, for non-profit groups to acquire existing rental housing. As the City's 2019 financial contribution to the Neighbourhood Land Trust's acquisition of 26 Maynard Avenue did not include the property tax relief now provided by the Multi-Unit Residential Acquisition Program, the Neighbourhood Land Trust has requested tax relief from the City to support the operation and affordability of the property. Under the terms of an existing 2019 funding agreement between the City and the Neighbourhood Land Trust (the "Existing Funding Agreement"), the Neighbourhood Land Trust has committed to providing affordable homes at 26 Maynard Avenue for 99 years. The property tax exemption proposed by this Motion would contribute to the financial viability of the property as long-term affordable housing. The proposed annual tax savings would offset rising operating expenses and assist in maintaining the building in a good state of repair. The City's 2024 property tax for 26 Maynard Avenue is $12,389 and the net present value of the proposed tax relief for the remaining 94 years of the 99-year affordability term, as set out in the Existing Funding Agreement, is an estimated $387,303. Reason for Urgency: The Neighbourhood Land Trust operates the project with deeply affordable rent levels for lower-income residents. The property tax relief recommended by this motion will contribute to the financial stability of the project by alleviating these operating pressures, while maintaining service levels for residents and ensuring the building can be maintained in a good state of repair.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, to negotiate and enter into a municipal capital facility agreement between the City and the Neighbourhood Land Trust in respect of the property at 26 Maynard Avenue for the provision of a tax exemption for municipal and school purposes to secure the property as affordable rental housing for the remaining 94 years of the 99 year affordability term as set out in the Existing Funding Agreement (the " Municipal Capital Facility Agreement') with the Neighbourhood Land Trust, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor. 2. City Council enact a site specific by-law amending the criteria for "Affordable Housing" in the Municipal Housing Facility By-law 183-2022 or its successor by-law, to exempt the 15 affordable rental housing units at 26 Maynard Avenue to be operated by the Neighbourhood Land Trust from the restriction that affordable rental housing units be "new" to meet the definition of "Affordable Housing" in Municipal Housing Facility By-law 183-2022 or its successor by-law. 3. City Council, conditional on the enacting of the site-specific by-law amendment referred to in Part 2 above, exempt the 15 affordable rental units at 26 Maynard Avenue from taxation for municipal and school purposes for the remaining 94 years of the 99 year affordability term set out in the Existing Funding Agreement. 4. City Council authorize the Controller to cancel or refund any taxes paid after the effective date set out in the Municipal Capital Facility Agreement. 5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bills to give effect to City Council's decision. 6. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to execute, on behalf of the City, any security or financing documents required by the Neighbourhood Land Trust, including any postponement, confirmation of status, discharge or consent documents where and when required during the term of the Municipal Capital 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.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Gord Perks, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, to negotiate and enter into a municipal capital facility agreement between the City and the Neighbourhood Land Trust in respect of the property at 26 Maynard Avenue for the provision of a tax exemption for municipal and school purposes to secure the property as affordable rental housing for the remaining 94 years of the 99 year affordability term as set out in the Existing Funding Agreement (the " Municipal Capital Facility Agreement') with the Neighbourhood Land Trust, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor. 2. City Council enact a site specific by-law amending the criteria for "Affordable Housing" in the Municipal Housing Facility By-law 183-2022 or its successor by-law, to exempt the 15 affordable rental housing units at 26 Maynard Avenue to be operated by the Neighbourhood Land Trust from the restriction that affordable rental housing units be "new" to meet the definition of "Affordable Housing" in Municipal Housing Facility By-law 183-2022 or its successor by-law. 3. City Council, conditional on the enacting of the site-specific by-law amendment referred to in Part 2 above, exempt the 15 affordable rental units at 26 Maynard Avenue from taxation for municipal and school purposes for the remaining 94 years of the 99 year affordability term set out in the Existing Funding Agreement. 4. City Council authorize the Controller to cancel or refund any taxes paid after the effective date set out in the Municipal Capital Facility Agreement. 5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bills to give effect to City Council's decision. 6. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to execute, on behalf of the City, any security or financing documents required by the Neighbourhood Land Trust, including any postponement, confirmation of status, discharge or consent documents where and when required during the term of the Municipal Capital 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.
MM19.38adopted
The Ontario Place Redevelopment would bring significant changes in traffic movement on Lake Shore Boulevard West and area. As a busy transportation corridor, Lake Shore Blvd experiences large amounts of traffic. The site is also close to Exhibition Place which in addition to its trade shows and conventions hosts sporting events and signature events such as the Canadian National Exhibition, Honda Indy, and Toronto Caribbean Festival that generate enormous peak levels of traffic that affect Lake Shore Blvd West. A staff analysis of traffic impacts related to Ontario Place redevelopment is needed to update work that began with the formal development application for Ontario Place that included a proposed relocation of a reduced Ontario Science Centre. This motion is urgent as site servicing work at the Ontario Place site has begun and the Province has recently announced the immediate closure of the current Ontario Science Centre.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to provide a summary of the anticipated traffic impacts on Lake Shore Boulevard West related to Ontario Place redevelopment, including the Therme spa, Live Nation renovations and new Ontario Science Centre and report back to Toronto East York Community Council in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Gord Perks, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to provide a summary of the anticipated traffic impacts on Lake Shore Boulevard West related to Ontario Place redevelopment including the Therme spa, Live Nation renovations and new Ontario Science Centre and report back to Toronto East York Community Council in the fourth quarter of 2024.
MM19.39adopted
We are recommending Chris Brillinger be appointed to the Toronto Police Service Board in place of Nadine Spencer. Chris Brillinger worked for the City of Toronto for 31 years, including nine years as Executive Director of Social Development Finance and Administration. He has been instrumental in much of the work of the City of Toronto to create safer, more caring communities, including our youth equity strategy, poverty reduction strategy, and strong neighbourhood strategy. Mr. Brillinger is currently the Executive Director of Family Services Toronto where he leads Family Services Toronto in their work with individuals, families and communities destabilized by precarious mental health and/or socioeconomic circumstances, to achieve greater resilience, stability and equity. Under new provisions of the Community Safety and Policing Act, City Council must consider the results of an appointee's police record check. Mr. Brillinger has submitted a police record check to the City Clerk who has attached confidential advice to this motion. Reason for urgency: so that a new member is appointed and onboarded in time for the next meeting of the Toronto Police Service Board.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council rescind the appointment of Nadine Spencer to the Toronto Police Service Board effective immediately. 2. City Council appoint Chris Brillinger to the Toronto Police Services Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on November 14, 2026, and until a successor is appointed. 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Member Motion MM19.39 by Councillor Shelley Carroll remain confidential in its entirety as it pertains to personal matters about an identifiable individual being considered for appointment to the Toronto Police Service Board. Confidential Attachment 1 to the Member Motion MM19.39 by Councillor Shelley Carroll remain confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it pertains to personal matters about an identifiable individual being considered for appointment to the Toronto Police Service Board.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Shelley Carroll, seconded Councillor Amber Morley, recommends that: 1. City Council rescind the appointment of Nadine Spencer to the Toronto Police Service Board effective immediately. 2. City Council appoint Chris Brillinger to the Toronto Police Services Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on November 14, 2026, and until a successor is appointed. 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to this motion remain confidential in its entirety as it pertains to personal matters about an identifiable individual being considered for appointment to the Toronto Police Service Board.
MM19.40adopted
The City entered into a contract with Kodiak Group Holdings Co. operating as (o/a) Work Authority ("Work Authority") under Request for Quotation No. 0114-18-008 for the non-exclusive supply of various safety footwear, occupational footwear, and galoshes for employees of various City of Toronto Divisions. On May 30, 2023, the General Government Committee approved the award of a non-competitive bridging contract to Work Authority under the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Purchasing, Section 7.3(D) and Section 11.1(C) of Chapter 71, Financial Control, for a 12 month term (June 30, 2023-July 1, 2024) for $1,985,502. An extension of the non-competitive bridging contract with Work Authority is required for a further 6-month term, valued at an additional $255,850 to complete the competitive solicitation. The current non-competitive bridging contract will expire on June 30, 2024. Council approval is requested to reflect an amended eighteen (18) month term of July 1, 2023 to December 31, 2024, rather than the previously authorized twelve (12) month term of July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, and the corresponding increase in the contract value.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council, in accordance with the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, Purchasing, Section 7.3(D) and Section 11.1(C) of Chapter 71, of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 71, Financial Control, authorize the Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, to negotiate and enter into a contract with Kodiak Group Holdings Co. o/a Work Authority, for the non-exclusive supply and fitting of Various Safety Footwear, Occupational Footwear, and Galoshes for employees for the approximately 30 separate City of Toronto Divisions as specified in Table 1 in the May 15, 2023, Report, of the Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services and Chief Procurement Officer, (the "Deliverables") as previously authorized by item GG4.14 - Non-Competitive Bridge Contract with Kodiak Group Holdings Co. Operating as Work Authority for Various Safety Footwear adopted by City's General Government Committee, at its meeting of May 30, 2023, as amended to reflect an eighteen (18) month term of July 1, 2023 to December 31, 2024, rather than the previously authorized twelve (12) month term of July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, and a corresponding increase of $255,850.00 to the maximum value of the Deliverables provided under the agreement, resulting in a change the cumulative maximum value of the Work from $1,951,161.00 to $2,207,011.00, exclusive of Harmonized Sales Tax but inclusive of all other applicable taxes.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council, in accordance with the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Purchasing, Section 7.3(D) and Section 11.1(C) of Chapter 71, of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 71, Financial Control, grant authority for the Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services to negotiate and enter into a contract with Kodiak Group Holdings Co. o/a Work Authority, for the non-exclusive supply and fitting of Various Safety Footwear, Occupational Footwear, and Galoshes for employees for the approximately 30 separate City of Toronto Divisions as specified in Table 1 in the May 15, 2023, Report, of the Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services and Chief Procurement Officer, (the "Deliverables") as previously authorized by item GG4.14 - Non-Competitive Bridge Contract with Kodiak Group Holdings Co. Operating as Work Authority for Various Safety Footwear adopted by City's General Government Committee, at its meeting of May 30, 2023, as amended to reflect an eighteen (18) month term of July 1, 2023 to December 31, 2024, rather than the previously authorized twelve (12) month term of July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, and a corresponding increase of $255,850.00 to the maximum value of the Deliverables provided under the agreement, resulting in a change the cumulative maximum value of the Work from $1,951,161.00 to $2,207,011.00, exclusive of HST but inclusive of all other applicable taxes.
MM19.41adopted
At its meeting of July 19 and 20, 2023, Toronto City Council adopted Item 2023.TE6.16 approving a Rental Housing Demolition Application to demolish 15 rental dwelling units located at 170 Roehampton Avenue, which included conditions that must be met prior to issuance of the rental housing demolition permit and residential demolition permit. These pre-conditions included a requirement for the issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval and permits for excavation and shoring for the approved development on the site. Due to timing of the proposed development, the applicant would like to demolish the 15 rental dwelling units located at 170 Roehampton before the issuance of Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan and excavation and shoring permits for the approved development. The tenants of 170 Roehampton have moved out and received tenant assistance and compensation, and the rental units are currently vacant. The applicant has also indicated that they intend to move forward with this project as a rental housing project. This motion is urgent as it will enable the earlier demolition of 170 Roehampton to allow more expedited timeline for the project, which will assist the applicant in converting the project from a condominium to much needed rental housing.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on item 2023.TE6.16, headed "170 Roehampton Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment and Rental Housing Demolition Applications - Decision Report - Approval" by deleting Parts 5.c. and 5.d.: 5. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to issue Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, for the demolition of 15 rental dwelling units at 170 Roehampton Avenue after all the following have occurred: Parts to be deleted: c. the issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning or their designate pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; and d. the issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permits) for the approved development on the site. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to amend the registered Section 111 Agreement as necessary to implement the change in requirements for issuance of Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on item 2023.TE6.16, headed "170 Roehampton Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment and Rental Housing Demolition Applications - Decision Report - Approval" by deleting Parts 5.c. and 5.d.: 5. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to issue Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, for the demolition of 15 rental dwelling units at 170 Roehampton Avenue after all the following have occurred: Parts to be deleted: c. the issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning or their designate pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; and d. the issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permits) for the approved development on the site; 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to amend the registered Section 111 Agreement as necessary to implement the change in requirements for issuance of Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit.
MM19.42referred
On October 1 to 4, 2021, Toronto City Council adopted the Final Report Allen East District Plan. Included in this plan was an understanding between the City of Toronto and the Ontario Tennis Association (OTA) that the latter would build a multi-purpose sports facility at their cost. A land lease is currently being negotiated between the City of Toronto and the Ontario Tennis Association. It is important for Council to give direction on the Municipal Capital Facility, a licenceable day care and a Public Access Agreement that aligns with the Downsview Community Service Agreement. Authority to negotiate an agreement was supported by City Council at the July 19 to 22, 2022, meeting. These motions are to support city staff and give them the authority and tools to continue the negotiations and secure the agreement. As part of the Allen East District Plan (Adopted by Toronto City Council in October 2021) a multi-purpose/sports facility is to be built by the Ontario Tennis Association on leased City of Toronto lands. Negotiations between the Ontario Tennis Association and the City of Toronto to execute a land lease and build a 15,000 square foot multi-purpose sports facility is nearing completion. It is crucial that we seek Council direction to take concrete steps to designate the facility a Municipal Capital Facility, potentially require the building of a day care, and that the facility Public Access Agreement adhere to the key principles of the Downsview Community Development Plan. This is urgent due to the desire by both parties to finalize the agreement by Summer, 2024.
City Council on June 26 and 27, 2024, referred Motion MM19.42 to the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, and requested the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, to report back to the Economic and Community Development Committee.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Lily Cheng, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer to bring forward a Municipal Capital Facility designation for the Ontario Tennis Association facility to be built on City-owned property as part of the Allen East District Plan located east of Allen Road and south of Sheppard Avenue West (the "Property") provided the facility meets the criteria for Municipal Capital Facility related to the provision of City facilities used for recreational purposes. 2. City Council direct the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer , in consultation with the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management report back and seek necessary authority to exempt the Property from taxation for municipal and school purposes, with the tax exemption to be effective from the date when the Property begins to be operational for recreational purposes by the Ontario Tennis Association and meets the Municipal Capital Facility criteria. 3. City Council direct the Director, Children's Services and the Chief Planner to work with the Ontario Tennis Association in constructing a licenceable day care centre as part of their construction of the multipurpose sports facility as part of the Allen East District Plan. 4. City Council direct Executive Director, Social Development, Finance and Administration to work with the Ontario Tennis Association to incorporate into their Public Access Agreement the key principles of the Downsview Community Development Plan.