Toronto and East York Community Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 92 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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TE18.51adopted
Construction Staging Area - TTC Easier Access Program - Donlands Station (Phase 1a and 1b)
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Strathmore Boulevard, City Council approval of this report is required. Donlands Station, located on the southwest corner of Donlands Avenue and Strathmore Boulevard, is being modernized to accommodate one at-grade elevator and one below-grade elevator at the main station. In addition, a second entrance/exit is also being added to the station that will be located on the east side of Dewhurst Boulevard south of Strathmore Boulevard, as part of the TTC's Easier Access Program and Second Exit Program. Construction of the development will be undertaken in several phases. This report deals with matters related to Phase 1a and 1b of the construction only. Transportation Services is requesting authorization to close a portion of the north sidewalk and a 2 metre wide portion of the westbound curb lane on Strathmore Boulevard from a point 13 metres west of Donlands Avenue and a point 24 metres further west, for a period of three months (i.e., October 2, 2020 to December 31, 2020), to accommodate construction staging operations in Phase 1a. During Phase 1b, the sidewalk and lane closure implemented during Phase 1a will be removed and Strathmore Boulevard will be returned its previous lane configuration. Although no long duration closures are proposed with Phase 1b and the majority of work being completed can be accommodated without encroaching onto the municipal right-of-way, portions on the south sidewalk on Strathmore Boulevard and east sidewalk on Dewhurst Boulevard are proposed to be removed and temporary decking will be used within these areas when construction activities are not taking place. It is anticipated that this phase of the project will be completed April 2021.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the north sidewalk on Strathmore Boulevard, from a point from a point 13 metres west of Donlands Avenue to a point 24 metres further west, from October 2, 2020 to December 31, 2020. 2. City Council authorize the closure of a 2 metre wide portion of the westbound curb lane on Strathmore Boulevard, from a point 13 metres west of Donlands Avenue to a point 24 metres further west, from October 2, 2020 to December 31, 2020. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side Strathmore Boulevard, between Donlands Avenue and a point 45 metres west. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Strathmore Boulevard, between Donlands Avenue and a point 45 metres west. 5. City Council rescind the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on the south side of Strathmore Boulevard, between Donlands Avenue and point 52 metres west. 6. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Strathmore Boulevard, between Donlands Avenue and a point 52 metres west. 7. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways weekly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Traffic Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Traffic Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council directe the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 16. City Council direct that Strathmore Boulevard be returned to pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the north sidewalk on Strathmore Boulevard, from a point from a point 13 metres west of Donlands Avenue to a point 24 metres further west, from October 2, 2020 to December 31, 2020. 2. City Council authorize the closure of a 2 metre wide portion of the westbound curb lane on Strathmore Boulevard, from a point 13 metres west of Donlands Avenue to a point 24 metres further west, from October 2, 2020 to December 31, 2020. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side Strathmore Boulevard, between Donlands Avenue and a point 45 metres west. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Strathmore Boulevard, between Donlands Avenue and a point 45 metres west. 5. City Council rescind the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on the south side of Strathmore Boulevard, between Donlands Avenue and point 52 metres west. 6. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Strathmore Boulevard, between Donlands Avenue and a point 52 metres west. 7 City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways weekly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Traffic Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Traffic Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13 City Council the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 16 City Council direct that Strathmore Boulevard be returned to pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE18.52referred
The findings of this staff report were requested to be provided to Toronto and East York Community Council. Transportation Services staff, in response to Items TE4.81 and TE5.83, have undertaken the following actions: - Conducted a traffic study of existing conditions for the intersection of Broadview Avenue at Erindale Avenue, - Studied the eastbound left turning movement, as well as the collision history for the intersection of Broadview Avenue and Danforth Avenue, and - Requested that the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) staff study the feasibility of reconfiguring Broadview Transit Station's streetcar loop in order to accommodate two streetcars within the station's loading zones.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Referred the Item back to Transportation staff to undertake the following: a. forward a copy of the report to the General Manager, Economic Development to request that the Broadview Danforth BIA consider this report on its next agenda; and that Transportation staff attend the meeting. b. forward a copy of the report to the PARA Traffic and Parking Working Group for information and advice. c. forward a copy of the report to the Destination Danforth team for their input and advice 2. Directed Transportation staff to report back to the November 10, 2020 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council on the following matters: a. issues related to northbound turns from Danforth Avenue to Broadview Avenue in the afternoon peak and include recommendations for any potential solutions; b. the number of cycling accidents for the full intersection of Broadview Avenue and Danforth Avenue and on the approach to the intersection from the Viaduct; c. implementation of the 2016 request from Transportation Services for the removal of the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Stop at the North-West Corner of Broadview Avenue and Danforth Avenue; and d. Identification of a location on Broadview Avenue south of Danforth Avenue as a queue space or holding space for the 504 or 505 Streetcar en route to Broadview Station that would keep the intersection clear at all times and recommend any changes to parking that would be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council receive this report for information.
TE18.53adopted
Commercial Loading Zone - John Street
This staff report is about a matter that 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 designation of a commercial loading zone to operate at all times on the east side of John Street. The proposed commercial loading zone will help facilitate curb-side loading/unloading of goods to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), located at 25 John Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing standing prohibition in effect from 6:30 p.m. to 12:00 midnight, Monday to Friday and 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays; April 1 to November 30 of the same year, inclusive, on the east side of John Street, between Front Street West and Wellington Street West. 2. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of John Street, between Front Street West and Wellington Street West. 3. Designated a commercial loading zone to operate at all times on the east side of John Street, between a point 30.5 metres south of Wellington Street West and a point 54 metres further south. 4. Prohibited stopping at all times on the east side of John Street, between Wellington Street West and a point 30.5 metres south, and between Front Street West and a point 84.5 metres south of Wellington Street West.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing standing prohibition in effect from 6:30 p.m. to 12:00 midnight, Monday to Friday and 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays; April 1 to November 30 of the same year, inclusive, on the east side of John Street, between Front Street West and Wellington Street West. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of John Street, between Front Street West and Wellington Street West. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council designate a commercial loading zone to operate at all times on the east side of John Street, between a point 30.5 metres south of Wellington Street West and a point 54 metres further south. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of John Street, between Wellington Street West and a point 30.5 metres south, and between Front Street West and a point 84.5 metres south of Wellington Street West.
TE18.54adopted
Accessible Loading Zone - Jarvis Street
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Jarvis Street, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is recommending the designation of an on-street accessible loading zone on the west side of Jarvis Street. The establishment of an accessible loading zone will provide unimpeded curbside access to TTC Wheel-Trans service for residents of 460 Jarvis Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council designate an accessible loading zone to operate at all times except from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the west side of Jarvis Street, between a point 30 metres south of Wellesley Street East and a point 11 metres further south. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday, on the west side of Jarvis Street, between Wellesley Street East and a point 41 metres south. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Jarvis Street, between Wellesley Street East and a point 41 metres south.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council designate an accessible loading zone to operate at all times except from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the west side of Jarvis Street, between a point 30 metres south of Wellesley Street East and a point 11 metres further south. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday, on the west side of Jarvis Street, between Wellesley Street East and a point 41 metres south. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Jarvis Street, between Wellesley Street East and a point 41 metres south.
TE18.55adopted
Accessible Loading Zone - Main Street
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Main Street, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is recommending the designation of an on-street accessible loading zone on the east side of Main Street. The establishment of an accessible loading zone will provide unimpeded curbside access to TTC Wheel-Trans service for patrons of the Church of the Nazarene at 363 Main Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council designate an accessible loading zone to operate from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, on the east side of Main Street, between point 149 metres south of Doncaster Avenue and a point 11 metres further south.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council designate an accessible loading zone to operate from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, on the east side of Main Street, between point 149 metres south of Doncaster Avenue and a point 11 metres further south.
TE18.56adopted
Accessible Loading Zone - Kingston Road
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Kingston Road, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is recommending designation of an on-street accessible loading zone on Kingston Road. The establishment of an accessible loading zone will provide unimpeded curbside access to TTC Wheel-Trans service for local residents.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council designate an accessible loading zone to operate from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Kingston Road, between point 45 metres east of Waverley Road and a point 11 metres further east.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council designate an accessible loading zone to operate from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., all days of the week, on the south side of Kingston Road, between point 45 metres east of Waverley Road and a point 11 metres further east.
TE18.57adopted
Installation/Removal of On-Street Accessible Parking Spaces - July - August 2020 (Delegated)
This staff report concerns a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose is to obtain authorization for the installation/removal of a number of on-street accessible parking spaces.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation/removal of on-street accessible parking spaces at the locations identified in Appendix A attached to the report (August 21, 2020) from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the installation/removal of on-street accessible parking spaces at the locations identified in Appendix A attached to the report dated August 21, 2020 from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
TE18.58deferred
Parking Amendments - Melville Avenue, between Shaw Street and Christie Street
This staff report is about a matter that 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 affixing parking to the south side of Melville Avenue, between Shaw Street and Christie Street, in place of the existing alternate side parking condition. This is in response to Councillor Mike Layton requesting that the City discontinue the alternate-side parking arrangement on Melville Avenue in order to generate additional on-street parking opportunity on this roadway.
The Toronto and East York Community Council deferred consideration of the item until its October 15, 2020 meeting.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the amendments to parking regulations on Melville Avenue, between Shaw Street and Christie Street, as described in "Appendix A" of this report.
TE18.59adopted
Parking Amendments - Kingston Road
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Kingston Road, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is recommending that stopping be prohibited at all times on the north side of Kingston Road, between Main Street and a point 60 metres west. This proposal will address concerns regarding parked vehicles obstructing sightlines for drivers exiting the condominium driveway at 630 Kingston Road. This proposal will result in the loss of three on-street parking spaces.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Kingston Road, between Main Street and a point 60 metres west.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Kingston Road, between Main Street and a point 60 metres west.
TE18.60adopted
Parking Amendments - Ventnor Avenue, Rumney Road
This staff report is about a matter that 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 north side of Ventnor Avenue, between Rumney Road and a point 30 metres west and on the east side of Rumney Road, between Ventnor Avenue and point 20 metres south. The proposed prohibition will address concerns regarding parked vehicles obstructing sightlines for drivers exiting the underground parking garage of 1501 Woodbine Avenue and Parkside Elementary School, and will improve traffic flow along Ventnor Avenue and Rumney Road. This proposal will not result in the loss any on-street parking spaces on either Ventnor Avenue or Rumney Road.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Ventnor Avenue, between Rumney Road and a point 30 metres west. 2. Prohibited stopping at all times on the north side of Ventnor Avenue, between Rumney Road and a point 30 metres west. 3. Prohibited stopping at all times on the east side of Rumney Road, between Ventnor Avenue and point 20 metres south. 4. Prohibited parking at all times on the east side of Rumney Road, from Trenton Avenue to a point 20 metres south of Ventnor Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Ventnor Avenue, between Rumney Road and a point 30 metres west. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Ventnor Avenue, between Rumney Road and a point 30 metres west. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Rumney Road, between Ventnor Avenue and point 20 metres south. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the east side of Rumney Road, from Trenton Avenue to a point 20 metres south of Ventnor Avenue.
TE18.61adopted
Car-share Vehicle Parking Areas - Emily Street and Bastion Street
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council 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 authorization to rescind car-share vehicle parking areas (CVPAs) on Emily Street and on Bastion Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the car-share vehicle parking area for up to two Maven vehicles on the east side of Emily Street, between a point 31 metres north of Wellington Street West and a point 11 metres further north. 2. Prohibited parking at all times on the east side of Emily Street, between a point 31 metres north of Wellington Street West and a point 11 metres further north. 3. Rescinded the car-share vehicle parking area for up to two Maven vehicles on the east side of Bastion Street, between a point 16.7 metres south of Sloping Sky Mews and a point 11 metres further south. 4. Prohibited parking at all times on the east side of Bastion Street, between a point 16.7 metres south of Sloping Sky Mews and a point 11 metres further south.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the car-share vehicle parking area for up to two Maven vehicles on the east side of Emily Street, between a point 31 metres north of Wellington Street West and a point 11 metres further north. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the east side of Emily Street, between a point 31 metres north of Wellington Street West and a point 11 metres further north. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the car-share vehicle parking area for up to two Maven vehicles on the east side of Bastion Street, between a point 16.7 metres south of Sloping Sky Mews and a point 11 metres further south. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the east side of Bastion Street, between a point 16.7 metres south of Sloping Sky Mews and a point 11 metres further south.
TE18.62adopted
Transportation Services is requesting approval from City Council to prohibit the General Manager from accepting applications from residents of, visitors to, and tradespersons at the development properties municipally known as 1779 St. Clair Avenue West from residential on-street permit parking. Transportation Services has assessed the realignment of permit parking area 3D and the exclusion of the development property located at 1779 St. Clair Avenue West as requested by Toronto and East York Community Council, Item TE 14.65, on March 12, 2020. Transportation Services is recommending approval of the exclusion as it will not impact negatively on St. Clair Avenue West and neighbouring residents.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve the amendment to Schedule B of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to incorporate a revised map of permit parking area "3D", as attached in Appendix A of the report (August 13, 2020) from the Manager, Permits and Enforcement, Parking, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Manager, Permits and Enforcement, Parking and Administration, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council approve the amendment to Schedule B of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to incorporate a revised map of permit parking area "3D", as attached in Appendix A of the report dated August 13, 2020 from the Manager, Permits and Enforcement, Parking, Transportation Services.
TE18.63adopted
Extension of Permit Parking Hours - Booth Avenue
This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to extend the overnight on-street permit parking hours on Booth Avenue, between Queen Street East and Eastern Avenue, from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week to the new hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 7 days a week. By extending the overnight on-street permit parking hours, residents will have improved parking flexibility and the Parking Enforcement Unit, Toronto Police Service, can effectively control long term parking by non-residents through tagging and towing operations.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approved the extension of the overnight on-street permit parking hours on Booth Avenue, between Queen Street East and Eastern Avenue from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week to the new hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 7 days a week.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Manager, Permits and Enforcement, Parking and Administration, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council approve the extension of the overnight on-street permit parking hours on Booth Avenue, between Queen Street East and Eastern Avenue from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week to the new hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 7 days a week.
TE18.64amended
Introduction of Overnight On-Street Permit Parking - Streets in Wards 4, 9 and 14 - Delegated
This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to introduce overnight on-street permit parking on the streets listed in Attachment A of this report, on an area name basis, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week. The implementation of overnight on-street permit parking is a means to accommodate residents' long term parking needs without being subject to tagging by Parking Enforcement Officers. Recommendation 2 of this report addresses housekeeping amendments associated with the introduction of overnight on-street permit parking in Wards 4, 9 and 14. A companion report "Introduction of Overnight On-Street Permit Parking - Streets in Ward 4, 9 and 14" outlines streets for locations with TTC Service.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approved the amendment of Schedule A of City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to incorporate the streets listed in Attachment A of the report (August 20, 2020) from the Manager, Permits and Enforcement, Parking and Administration, on an area name basis, within newly created areas, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week, with Attachment A amended by deleting the following entry: Brule Terrace Brule Gardens and Bloor Street West. 2. Approved the parking regulations and amendments in Attachment B of the report (August 20, 2020 from the Manager, Permits and Enforcement, Parking and Administration. 3. Rescinded the existing maximum two-hour parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the northeast side of Brule Terrace, between Bloor Street West and Brule Gardens. 4. Prohibited parking at all times on the northeast side of Brule Terrace, between Bloor Street West and Brule Gardens. 5. Requested Transportation staff to provide full details on the roll out of the permit parking changes to the affected Ward Councillors by October 15, 2020.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Manager, Permits and Enforcement, Parking and Administration, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council approve the amendment of Schedule A of City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to incorporate the streets listed in Attachment A of the report dated August 20, 2020, on an area name basis, within newly created areas, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council approve the parking regulations and amendments in Attachment B of the report dated August 20, 2020.
TE18.65amended
Introduction of Overnight On-Street Permit Parking - Streets in Wards 4, 9 and 14 - Non-Delegated
Transportation Services is requesting approval from City Council to introduce overnight on-street permit parking on the streets listed in attachment A, on an area name basis, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week. The implementation of overnight on-street permit parking is a means to accommodate residents long term parking needs without being subject to tagging by Parking Enforcement Officers. A companion report "Introduction of Overnight On-Street Permit Parking - Streets in Ward 4, 9 and 14" outlines streets for locations without TTC Service.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve the amendment of Schedule A of City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to incorporate the streets listed in attachment A of the report August 20, 2020) from the Manager, Permits and Enforcement, Parking and Administration, an area name basis, within newly created areas, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Manager, Permits and Enforcement, Parking, recommends that: 1. City Council approve the amendment of Schedule A of City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to incorporate the streets listed in attachment A of the report dated August 20, 2020, an area name basis, within newly created areas, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week.
TE18.66adopted
Proposed Installation of Traffic Control Signals - Dufferin Street and Geary Avenue
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Dufferin Street, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting approval from City Council to install traffic control signals at the intersection of Dufferin Street and Geary Avenue. This installation will provide enhanced safety for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists at this intersection and it is technically justified.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Dufferin Street and Geary Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Dufferin Street and Geary Avenue
TE18.67adopted
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for compulsory stop controls for westbound traffic on Keystone Avenue and on Ethelwin Avenue at its uncontrolled three-way intersections with Cedarvale Avenue in order to clearly define the right-of-way and to regulate safe traffic flow.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Keystone Avenue at Cedarvale Avenue. 2. Authorized compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Ethelwin Avenue at Cedarvale Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Keystone Avenue at Cedarvale Avenue. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Ethelwin Avenue at Cedarvale Avenue.
TE18.68amended
Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Harrison Street
This staff report is about a matter that 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 staff have reviewed the need for traffic calming on Harrison Street, between Ossington Avenue and Shaw Street, to address residents' concerns regarding the speed of vehicles. Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has not been satisfied. Therefore, traffic calming should not be installed on Harrison Street, between Ossington Avenue and Shaw Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services to request the City Clerk to poll eligible householders on Harrison Street, between Ossington Avenue and Shaw Street, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: a. The installation of speed humps on Harrison Street, between Ossington Avenue and Shaw Street be authorized; and b. The City Solicitor be directed to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway on Harrison Street, between Ossington Avenue and Shaw Street, for the installation of three speed humps, generally as shown on the copy of Drawing No. 421G3767, dated July 2020, attached to the report (August 21, 2020) from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council not authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Harrison Street, between Ossington Avenue and Shaw Street.
TE18.69amended
Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Lippincott Street
This staff report is about a matter that 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 staff have reviewed the need for traffic calming on Lippincott Street, between College Street and Ulster Street, to address residents' concerns regarding the speed of vehicles. Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has not been satisfied. Therefore, traffic calming should not be installed on Lippincott Street, between College Street and Ulster Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Lippincott Street, between College Street and Ulster Street. 2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway on Lippincott Street, between College Street and Ulster Street, for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on the copy of Drawing No. 421G-3775, dated August 2020, attached to the report (August 20, 2020) from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council not authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Lippincott Street, between College Street and Ulster Street.
TE18.70adopted
Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Spruce Street
This staff report is about a matter that 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 staff have reviewed the need for the installation of additional speed humps on Spruce Street, between Parliament Street and Sackville Street, to address residents' concerns regarding vehicle speeds. Our assessment indicates it is feasible to install two additional speed humps on this section of Spruce Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Spruce Street, between Parliament Street and Sackville Street. 2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Spruce Street, between Parliament Street and Sackville Street, for the installation of two additional speed humps, generally as shown on the copy of Drawing No. 421G-3763 dated July 2020, attached to the report (August 24, 2020) from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Spruce Street, between Parliament Street and Sackville Street. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Spruce Street, between Parliament Street and Sackville Street, for the installation of two additional speed humps, generally as shown on the copy of Drawing No. 421G-3763 dated July 2020, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Spruce Street" from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
TE18.71adopted
Dear Chair and Members, I am writing to you to request Community Council's support for a review and exclusion of the development at 26-40 Birch Avenue from the current permit parking program. The exclusion of the development located at 26-40 Birch Avenue from the program is a means to ensure that current permit holders have sufficient parking space. The issuance of parking permits to residents of this development would negatively impact the already limited supply of parking spaces. My office has received a 16-household petition by the local working group of residents who have been working closely with the developer and my office on the development project itself. I am requesting approval from Community Council to prohibit the General Manager, Transportation Services, from accepting applications from residents of, visitors to, and tradespersons at the subject development property. Residents have noted the difficulties they are already facing with finding parking close to home. It is clear that the street cannot take on any further parking pressures, as it is already over 85% capacity.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, to review and report back to Toronto and East York Community Council on the realignment of Permit Parking on Birch Avenue to exclude the development located at 26-40 Birch Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to review and report back to Toronto and East York Community Council on the realignment of Permit Parking on Birch Avenue to exclude the development located at 26-40 Birch Avenue.
TE18.72adopted
I have often heard from constituents north of Danforth Avenue who are experiencing difficulty in finding permit parking near their homes. The need for improved parking options is based on the area's existing boundary alignments, which divide the available permit parking into small, restrictive areas. The current boundaries frequently require residents to travel further from their homes to park, even when nearby parking is available. Realigning the existing parking areas will reduce local boundaries while increasing both the pool of available spaces and the flexibility of parking options for residents. I am requesting to increase the capacity of the permit parking zone north of Danforth Avenue by consolidating the existing permit parking areas under a single, larger permit parking area.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Consolidated current Permit Parking Areas 9A, 9F, 9G, 9H and 9J into one Permit Parking Area, that being Permit Parking Area 9A. 2. Amended Schedule B of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking, by deleting reference to Permit Parking Areas 9F, 9G, 9H, and 9J. 3. Deleted the Maps for Permit Parking Areas 9A, 9F, 9G, 9H, and 9J, and replace them Attachment 1, the Map for the revised Permit Parking Area 9A.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bradford recommends that: Toronto and East York Community Council consolidate current Permit Parking Areas 9A, 9F, 9G, 9H and 9J into one Permit Parking Area, that being Permit Parking Area 9A; Toronto and East York Community Council amend Schedule B of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking, by deleting reference to Permit Parking Areas 9F, 9G, 9H, and 9J; and Toronto and East York Community Council delete the Maps for Permit Parking Areas 9A, 9F, 9G, 9H, and 9J, and replace them Attachment 1, the Map for the revised Permit Parking Area 9A.
TE18.73adopted
Parking Amendments - Beaty Avenue and Wilson Park Road
To facilitate the addition of a Bike Share Station and improve safety through better sight lines for drivers the following minor changes to parking is planned. Approximately 30 metres of No Parking 9 am - 2 pm Sundays on the west side of Beaty Ave near Queen St W, which allows parking only for people with Accessible Parking Permits, will be removed from Beaty Ave. The Sunday 9 am -2 pm only No Parking space will be added to the east side of Wilson Park Rd, in front of Nos. 85 - 87 Queen St W. The purpose of maintaining Sunday parking is to allow Our Lady of Lebanon parishioners with accessible parking permits access to the block the church is on. Other than on Sundays, there is no change, and No Stopping will remain in effect on both streets. This change is planned for October 2020.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the parking prohibition in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sundays on the west side of Beaty Avenue, between Queen Street West and a point 32 metres south. 2. Amended the stopping prohibition in effect at all times except 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday to Sunday, on the west side of Beaty Avenue, between Queen Street West and a point 32 metres south, to be in effect at all times. 3. Rescinded the parking prohibition in effect at all times on both sides of Wilson Park Road, between Queen Street West and the lane first south. 4. Prohibited parking from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sundays on the east side of Wilson Park Road, between Queen Street West and a point 45 metres south. 5. Amended the stopping prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Wilson Park Road, between Queen Street West and a point 45 metres south, to be in effect at all times except from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sundays.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Perks recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the parking prohibition in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sundays on the west side of Beaty Avenue, between Queen Street West and a point 32 metres south. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council amend the stopping prohibition in effect at all times except 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday to Sunday, on the west side of Beaty Avenue, between Queen Street West and a point 32 metres south, to be in effect at all times. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the parking prohibition in effect at all times on both sides of Wilson Park Road, between Queen Street West and the lane first south. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sundays on the east side of Wilson Park Road, between Queen Street West and a point 45 metres south. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council amend the stopping prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Wilson Park Road, between Queen Street West and a point 45 metres south, to be in effect at all times except from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sundays.
TE18.74adopted
All-Way Stop Control - St. Helens Avenue and Lumbervale Avenue
I am requesting the support of the Toronto and East York Community Council with respect to safety issues raised by residents concerning the intersection at St. Helens Avenue and Lumbervale Drive. Residents of Lumbervale Drive have identified safety concerns at the intersection and my office had requested Transportation Services staff to review this issue. Unfortunately due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Transportation Services staff have not been able to undertake the review and therefore traffic counts to confirm a warrant could not be completed. In fall of 2020, the City is scheduled to install several Council-approved changes including a new traffic signal at College Street and Dundas Street West along with the reconfiguration of traffic flow on College Street north (changing from two way to one way westbound) and St. Helens Avenue (changing from one way southbound to one way northbound). Transportation Services staff, the community and my office support the installation of all-way stop signs at St. Helens Avenue and Lumbervale Avenue. This is an opportunity to improve safety in the St. Helens Avenue and Lumbervale Avenue area for people who walk, cycle and drive to access the adjacent schools, underground and surface parking lots, school bus passenger loading areas and Lumbervale Avenue homes. In order to provide a safer environment for local residents and the school community, I am presenting a motion to approve the installation of an all-way stop control at this intersection.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized an all-way stop control at the intersection of St. Helens Avenue and Lumbervale Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bailão recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorize an all-way stop control at the intersection of St. Helens Avenue and Lumbervale Avenue.
TE18.75adopted
Parking Amendments - Abell Street
There are congestion issues in this neighbourhood which have been exacerbated by an existing "no-standing" regulation on the street. The "no-standing" zone has been misused and has resulted in obstructions for waste pick-up for businesses in the area. Transportation Services staff were asked to investigate what could be undertaken to reduce the number of parked vehicles on Abell Street that are contributing to this congestion. Following consultation with the community, it was determined that the most effective way to reduce congestion was to institute a change to "no-stopping." This will permit Parking Enforcement staff to better patrol the area and in so doing address the congestion issues.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibited stopping at all times on the west side of Abell Street, between Queen Street West and a point 20 metres south and between a point 26 metres south of Queen Street West and a point 24 metres further south.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bailão recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Abell Street, between Queen Street West and a point 20 metres south and between a point 26 metres south of Queen Street West and a point 24 metres further south.
TE18.76adopted
Parking Amendments - Ernest Avenue
The Railpath is an important area for many residents in the City and it is largely used by cyclists and pedestrians who enjoy rides and walks in this green space. Since the pandemic period there has been a considerable increase in the number of people using the Railpath and with this parking issues have been identified to my office. Where Ernest Avenue intersects with the Railpath, there is a depressed curb that allows emergency and maintenance vehicles to access the Railpath. This curb access has also resulted in vehicles accessing a small adjacent enclosure which now operates as an illegal parking space. Vehicles parked here create an obstruction for cyclists and the parked vehicles. Parking enforcement staff were notified, but due to lack of signage they could not issue violations. To address this issue I am presenting to the Toronto and East York Community Council a motion to create a "no-stopping" zone.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibited stopping at all times on both sides of Ernest Avenue, between the west end of Ernest Avenue and a point 22 metres east. 2. Amended the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, and from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Saturday, on the north side of Ernest Avenue, between the west end of Ernest Avenue and a point 42 metres west of Perth Avenue, to be in effect from a point 22 metres east of the west end of Ernest Avenue and a point 42 metres west of Perth Avenue. 3. Amended the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturdays, on the south side of Ernest Avenue, between a point 42 metres west of Perth Avenue and the west end of Ernest Avenue, to be in effect between a point 42 metres west of Perth Avenue and a point 22 metres east of the west end of Ernest Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bailão recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Ernest Avenue, between the west end of Ernest Avenue and a point 22 metres east. 2. Amend the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, and from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Saturday, on the north side of Ernest Avenue, between the west end of Ernest Avenue and a point 42 metres west of Perth Avenue, to be in effect from a point 22 metres east of the west end of Ernest Avenue and a point 42 metres west of Perth Avenue. 3. Amend the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturdays, on the south side of Ernest Avenue, between a point 42 metres west of Perth Avenue and the west end of Ernest Avenue, to be in effect between a point 42 metres west of Perth Avenue and a point 22 metres east of the west end of Ernest Avenue.
TE18.77adopted
Traffic Calming - Speed Humps - Rosethorn Avenue, between Rogers Road and Rockwell Avenue
Residents contacted my office requesting the introduction of safety measures on Rosethorn Avenue as traffic volumes and the speed at which vehicles are travelling on this street have increased. Speed hump studies have been conducted on this road. We have advocated for more police enforcement as a means of helping improve safety but additional measures are needed. I am therefore requesting that speed humps be installed on Rosethorn Avenue between Rogers Road and Rockwell Avenue.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to request the City Clerk to poll eligible households on Rosethorn Avenue, between Rogers Road and Rockwell Avenue, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming measures, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: a. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Rosethorn Avenue, between Rogers Road and Rockwell Avenue; and b. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Rosethorn Avenue, between Rogers Road and Rockwell Avenue, to install nine speed humps, generally as shown on the attached copy of Drawing Nos. 421G-3774 and 421G-3777, dated August 2020.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bailão that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Direct the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to request the City Clerk to poll eligible households on Rosethorn Avenue, between Rogers Road and Rockwell Avenue, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming measures, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: a. Authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Rosethorn Avenue, between Rogers Road and Rockwell Avenue; and b. Direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Rosethorn Avenue, between Rogers Road and Rockwell Avenue, to install nine speed humps, generally as shown on the attached copy of Drawing Nos. 421G-3774 and 421G-3777, dated August 2020.
TE18.78adopted
Turn Prohibitions - Bloor Street West and Perth Avenue
The Junction Triangle Traffic Management Committee, in conjunction with City staff and my office, have proposed several changes to traffic regulations in the neighbourhood to improve road safety. One of the final proposed measures includes turn prohibitions from Bloor Street West on to Perth Avenue during peak hours. Over the summer months and on several previous occasions, I consulted with the community by way of a letter that detailed the proposed changes. The majority of the responses demonstrated clear support of the turn prohibitions. Therefore, I am presenting this motion to implement these measures.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit eastbound left turns from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Monday to Friday (bicycles excepted) from Bloor Street West to Perth Avenue. 2. City Council prohibit westbound right turns from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (bicycles excepted) from Bloor Street West to Perth Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit eastbound left turns from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Monday to Friday (bicycles excepted) from Bloor Street West to Perth Avenue. 2. City Council prohibit westbound right turns from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (bicycles excepted) from Bloor Street West to Perth Avenue.
TE18.79adopted
Requests for Speed Humps in Ward 10
Residents brought forward concerns about the speed with which cars travel on their local roads, and concerns about dangerous and stunt driving in the early hours of the morning. Installing speed humps to slow down drivers will provide a safer, quieter environment for all road users and residents.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to conduct a speed hump review, in accordance with the Traffic Calming Policy and report the results back to Toronto and East York Community Council: a. Wellington Street West, between Spadina Ave and Bathurst Street. b. Niagara Street, between Bathurst Street and Portland Street. c. Portland Street, between King Street West and Front Street West.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Cressy recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Direct the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to conduct a speed hump review, in accordance with the Traffic Calming Policy and report the results back to Toronto and East York Community Council: a. Wellington Street West, between Spadina Ave and Bathurst Street b. Niagara Street, between Bathurst Street and Portland Street c. Portland Street, between King Street West and Front Street West
TE18.80adopted
Turn Prohibition - Driveway Access at No. 45 Bay Street (CIBC Square)
45 Bay is located in downtown Toronto in the city's Financial District. The development site is bounded by Front Street West to the north, Lake Shore Boulevard West to the south, Bay Street to the west and Yonge Street to the east. The site is located south of Union Station and directly east of the Air Canada Centre, in the City's South Core. Metrolinx bus terminal is contained within the eastern portion of the development, with direct pedestrian connectivity to Union Station to the east. The bus terminal has access and frontage on Lake Shore Boulevard West. As a condition of the Site Plan Agreement, the developer is required to modify the curb lane on Lake Shore Boulevard West for a partially dedicated bus lane. The developer has also agreed, as a condition of Site Plan Approval to notify City staff, in advance of the anticipated date of first occupancy of the project, to enact bylaws with respect to the proposed westbound left-turn prohibition at the driveway access on Bay Street. The intent of this prohibition is to improve operations and safety by eliminating left turns onto Bay Street and have motorists exit this location with a right-turn movement.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit westbound left turns at all times at the driveway access at 45 Bay Street located on the east side of Bay Street, approximately 40 metres north of Lake Shore Boulevard West.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Cressy recommended that: 1. City Council prohibit westbound left turns at all times at the driveway access at 45 Bay Street located on the east side of Bay Street, approximately 40 metres north of Lake Shore Boulevard West.
TE18.81adopted
Parking Amendments - Dale Avenue
As the City continues to improve our street through various Vision Zero road safety principles, local residents have actively been reporting small improvements we can make to provide better safety and security on our roadways. One of these identified improvements is an amendment to parking on Dale Ave which will prohibit standing at all times on the north side of Dale Avenue, between Maple Avenue and a point 31.5 metres west. The intent of this amendment is to provide clear and unobstructed sightlines for residents entering and existing the apartment building located at 21 Dale Avenue Parked cars at this location have increasingly placed pedestrians, cyclists and drivers at risk. Transportation Services staff have been consulted and have no objection to the proposed amendment.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the north side of Dale Avenue, between Maple Avenue and a point 31.5 metres west. 2. Prohibited standing at all times on the north side of Dale Avenue, between Maple Avenue and a point 31.5 metres west.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Layton recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the north side of Dale Avenue, between Maple Avenue and a point 31.5 metres west. 2. Prohibit standing at all times on the north side of Dale Avenue, between Maple Avenue and a point 31.5 metres west.
TE18.82adopted
All-way Stop Control - Macpherson Avenue and Madison Avenue
I am writing to you to request Community Council's support for a motion that is important to the constituents of the Toronto-St. Paul's ward, but one that could not be brought forward by staff due to the impacts of the pandemic on staff redeployments. Last year, my office received a request to look into all-way stop control or a pedestrian crossover at the intersection of Madison Avenue and Macpherson Avenue. The request was based on the recent construction of a new affordable housing multi-residential building and the increased pedestrian activity around the intersection. Based on a recent study Transportation Services staff determined that an all-way stop control at the intersection is warranted. This installation will enhance safety for all road users, and especially for pedestrians and cyclists, at this intersection.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized all-way stop control at the intersection of Macpherson Avenue and Madison Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Matlow recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize all-way stop control at the intersection of Macpherson Avenue and Madison Avenue.
TE18.83adopted
Parking Amendments - Russell Hill Road and Boulton Drive
I am writing to you to request Community Council's support for a motion that is important to the constituents of the Toronto-St. Paul's ward, but one that could not be brought forward by staff due to the impacts of the pandemic on staff redeployments. Transportation Services staff have assisted with the drafting of this letter and the recommendations underneath. In December 2014 Traffic Operations investigated complaints regarding the Russell Hill Road and Boulton Drive intersection, from the South Hill Residents Association, about the speeds of southbound right turn vehicles and cyclists and the lack of stop sign compliance of southbound right turning vehicles at the northeast corner. A traffic study was conducted in June 2015 which revealed majority of motorists and cyclists were not complying with the stop sign. Consistent with the City of Toronto's Vision Zero Road Safety Plan the intersection was modified in 2019 to provide a safer environment for all road users by redesigning to a narrower and typical T type junction, providing new sidewalks, providing adequate space for a bike lane and buffer, right-sizing corner radii and relocation of the stop bar and crosswalks. These modifications help to create better sight lines for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers, reduce pedestrian crossing distances and risk exposure, encourage better stop compliance, reduce overall vehicle speeds, and deter drivers from making turns at high speeds. Due to these geometric modifications and further alterations implemented in August 2020, and to minimize encroachment into the cycling facility and buffer the following parking and stopping prohibitions are recommended for Russell Hill Road and Boulton Drive: Extend the existing parking prohibition on Russell Hill Road by about 14 metres further north (north of the driveway entrance), which would results in the loss of about two parking spaces. This will provide additional space for vehicles so they do not encroach on the cycling lane or buffer. Change parking prohibition on south curb of Boulton Drive to a stopping prohibition so that turning vehicles have more space to make their turn and so that through vehicles do not need to encroach into the bike lane or buffer to pass a stopped vehicle.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibited parking at all times on the east side of Russell Hill Road, between Boulton Drive and a point 31.4 metres north. 2. Prohibited stopping at all times on the south side of Boulton Drive, between Russell Hill Road and a point 61 metres west
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Matlow recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the east side of Russell Hill Road, between Boulton Drive and a point 31.4 metres north. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Boulton Drive, between Russell Hill Road and a point 61 metres west
TE18.84adopted
Traffic Calming - Speed Humps - Cottingham Street, between Avenue Road and Gange Avenue
I am writing to you to request Community Council's support for a motion that is important to the constituents of the Toronto-St. Paul's ward, but one that could not be brought forward by staff due to the impacts of the pandemic on staff redeployments. The residents of Cottingham Street approached my office last October with a petition for speed humps on the block of their street, between Avenue Road and Gange Avenue. We have recently received the findings of the study that was conducted by Traffic Operations that concluded that the requested blocks do not meet any of the three traffic calming criteria required for a staff recommendation. However, considering that Cottingham Junior Public School is located on the block between Gange Avenue and Oaklands Avenue and that it has not yet received the School Safety Zone treatment, I would like to give the community the opportunity to voice their interest in having speed humps through an official City poll. In conjunction with the eventual School Safety Zone treatment, speed humps here would ensure compliance with the 30 km/h speed limit and improve the safety of all road users there. Traffic Operations staff have also been consulted on this and have provided assistance with the wording of the motion and needed design.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to request the City Clerk to poll eligible householders on Cottingham Street, between Avenue Road and Gange Avenue, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: Authorized the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Cottingham Street, between Avenue Road and Gange Avenue; and Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Cottingham Street, between Avenue Road and Gange Avenue, to install four speed humps, generally as shown on the attached copy of Drawing No. 421G-3771, dated August 2020.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Matlow recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Direct the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to request the City Clerk to poll eligible householders on Cottingham Street, between Avenue Road and Gange Avenue, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: Authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Cottingham Street, between Avenue Road and Gange Avenue; and Direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Cottingham Street, between Avenue Road and Gange Avenue, to install four speed humps, generally as shown on the attached copy of Drawing No. 421G-3771, dated August 2020.
TE18.85adopted
Improving Breadalbane Street by Making it Greener and Safer
The Bay Cloverhill neighbourhood, located between Bloor and College, Yonge Street and Queen's Park, is a high-rise, dense neighbourhood with few green spaces. In the wake of a pandemic, it is clear that communities need more green space as a respite from an otherwise concrete landscape. Breadalbane Street, a small East-West street and key point of contact between Yonge Street and Bay Street borders Opera Place Park, and the future site of Dr. Lillian MacGregor Park has suffered extensive damage from construction vehicles, and rough patchwork road repairs. In order to connect these two parks, a visual cue, complementary points of entry and traffic mitigation are necessary as the community is invited to explore these green spaces. This can be accomplished quickly, and in a way that directly contributes to the community. Coloured pavers along the road, and right of way, as well as green infrastructure designed to calm traffic are environmentally friendly ways of introducing traffic calming visual cues for motorists. By completing these road improvements in tandem with the construction of Dr. Lillian MacGregor Park, the City of Toronto can improve the road while connecting Opera Place Park and fulfilling planning and public realm policies outlined in TO Core.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services to design through consultation with the local community and Councillor the construction of public realm improvements to Breadalbane Street allowing for a safe physical connection between Opera Place Park, and Dr. Lillian McGregor Park and to report as required through City Council any budgetary approval or section 37 funding required to fund design solutions to prevent undesired vehicular access to Underpass Park. a. Such public realm improvements should include traffic calming measures, such as green infrastructure and coloured pavers to enhance the visual connections between both parks. b. This construction work is to be completed at the same time as the new Dr. Lillian McGregor Park scheduled for completion in 2022.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to design through consultation with the local community and Councillor the construction of public realm improvements to Breadalbane Street allowing for a safe physical connection between Opera Place Park, and Dr. Lillian McGregor Park and to report as required through City Council any budgetary approval or section 37 funding required to fund design solutions to prevent undesired vehicular access to Underpass Park. a. Such public realm improvements should include traffic calming measures, such as green infrastructure and coloured pavers to enhance the visual connections between both parks. b. This construction work is to be completed at the same time as the new Dr. Lillian McGregor Park scheduled for completion in 2022.
TE18.86adopted
Underpass Park Community Safety Improvements
Located in the heart of Corktown, Underpass Park is a community hub for skateboarders, basketball players and home to the Underpass Farmer's Market. Nestled beneath the Gardiner Expressway, this park has a unique aesthetic of graffiti and concrete, optimal for an urban photoshoot. This is one of the many reasons vehicles enter, and drive through the park. Since opening, nightly innumerable vehicles circle the interior of the park, including passing through the basketball court and skatepark. This poses a serious threat to the safety and enjoyment of the public park. Originally designed by Waterfront Toronto, the surrounding street is Trolley Crescent. It is a woonerf, a Dutch word meaning 'living yard', designed to promote a shared space, and traffic calming. Unfortunately, this curbless woonerf design allows vehicles to drive the pedestrian boulevard, and enter the park. The addition of more street furniture and other design elements would deter vehicles and preserve the intention of this street design. Additionally, the land abutting Trolley Crescent is owned by the Toronto Region Conservation Authority and is flood protected land. Vehicles visiting the park, or neighbouring condominiums, have been continually parking on this environmentally sensitive land and destroying the natural setting. The expansion of the woonerf as well as design solutions, such as recreation facilities and a decorative fence, to the interior and border of Underpass Park will support community use, and prohibit vehicles from driving through the park. By curbing vehicle use, we will be able to ensure Underpass Park is a safe and beautiful space for the local community to enjoy.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services, General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, in partnership with the Toronto Region Conservation Authority to review the feasibility of post and paddle fencing along Trolley Crescent to prevent illegal boulevard parking, and protect the ravine lands and to report back to the October 15, 2020 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council. 2. Directed the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and any other relevant city divisions, in consultation with the local community and the Ward Councillor and to report back to the October 15, 2020 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council on potential design solutions to prevent undesired vehicular access to Underpass Park, including: a. Extending the current fence around the perimeter of the park; b. Cattle gates at the entrance of the pedestrian ramps; c. P gates to accommodate vehicles at the Lower River park entrances, facilitating event permits; and d. Adding picnic tables, or other recreational facilities, to better program areas of the park. 3. Directed the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to report as required through City Council any budgetary approval or section 37 funding required to fund design solutions to prevent undesired vehicular access to Underpass Park. 4. Directed Waterfront Toronto in partnership with the General Manager, Transportation Services, and any relevant city divisions, to explore the feasibility of street furniture, or other public realm improvements, along Trolley Crescent to prohibit illegal boulevard parking and report back to the October 15, 2020 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, in partnership with the Toronto Region Conservation Authority to review the feasibility of post and paddle fencing along Trolley Crescent to prevent illegal boulevard parking, and protect the ravine lands and to report back at the October 15, 2020 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council. 2. Direct the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and any other relevant city divisions, in consultation with the local community and the local councillor and to report back to the October 15, 2020 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council on potential design solutions to prevent undesired vehicular access to Underpass Park, including: a. Extending the current fence around the perimeter of the park; b. Cattle gates at the entrance of the pedestrian ramps; c. P gates to accommodate vehicles at the Lower River park entrances, facilitating event permits; and d. Adding picnic tables, or other recreational facilities, to better program areas of the park. 3. Direct the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation to report as required through City Council any budgetary approval or section 37 funding required to fund design solutions to prevent undesired vehicular access to Underpass Park. 4. Direct Waterfront Toronto in partnership with the General Manager of Transportation Services, and any relevant city divisions, to explore the feasibility of street furniture, or other public realm improvements, along Trolley Crescent to prohibit illegal boulevard parking and report back at the October 15, 2020 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council.
TE18.87adopted
Greenwood Avenue Traffic Safety
Dear Chair and Members of Toronto and East York Community Council, Greenwood Avenue is a residential street between Danforth Avenue and O'Connor Drive adjacent to an elementary school and a local community park. It is also used by many commuting vehicles as a connection between the DVP and Danforth Avenue. I have heard from local residents that many vehicles coming off the DVP speed along Greenwood Avenue and that they have witnessed collisions due to this dangerous driving behaviour. This motion aims to reduce cut-through traffic and speeding in order to make Greenwood Avenue safer for local residents.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Requested Transportation Services conduct a study for the implementation of a right turn prohibition between 7:00am - 10:00am and 2:00pm - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, at O'Connor Drive and Greenwood Avenue and report back to the January 2021 Toronto and East York Community Council meeting. 2. Requested Transportation Services to recommend any other traffic calming measures for implementation on Greenwood Avenue and to report back to the January 2021 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Fletcher recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council request Transportation Services conduct a study for the implementation of a right turn prohibition between 7:00am- 10:00am and 2:00pm-6:00pm, Monday to Friday, at O'Connor Drive and Greenwood Avenue and report back to the January 2021 Toronto and East York Community Council meeting. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council request Transportation Services recommend any other traffic calming measures for implementation on Greenwood and report back to the January 2021 Toronto and East York Community Council meeting.
TE18.88adopted
Request for All-way stop control at the intersection of St. John's Road and Willard Avenue
This staff report is about a matter that 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. Based on a recent study Transportation Services staff determined that an all-way stop control at the intersection of St John's Road and Willard Avenue (east intersection) is warranted. This installation will enhance safety for all road users, and especially for pedestrians and cyclists, at this intersection. With the installation of the all-way stop sign control the pedestrian crossover on the east leg of this intersection will be removed.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized all-way stop control at the intersection of St. John's Road and Willard Avenue (east intersection). 2. Subject to approval of and in conjunction with the installation of the all-way stop control at St. John's Road and Willard Avenue (east intersection), Toronto and East York Community Council authorized removal of the pedestrian crossover on St. John's Road immediately east of Willard Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Perks recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize all-way stop control at the intersection of St. John's Road and Willard Avenue (east intersection). 2. Subject to approval of and in conjunction with the installation of the all-way stop control at St. John's Road and Willard Avenue (east intersection), Toronto and East York Community Council authorize removal of the pedestrian crossover on St. John's Road immediately east of Willard Avenue.
TE18.89adopted
Parking Amendments - Sousa Mendes Street
Sousa Mendes Street is a new road that resulted from the development project at 362 Wallace Avenue. The street contains commercial units and a Community Centre on the west side, with residential properties on the east side. The commercial property owners and operators have asked that a "loading zone" be created to facilitate deliveries and solid waste pick-up, and to serve the Community Centre. Given that multiple businesses and a not-for-profit organization would be serviced by the "loading zone," waiving the fees is essential and will be considered separately at City Council. Furthermore, staff have recommended the implementation of a parking permit system on Sousa Mendes Street to facilitate additional parking inventory in the area. Residents, commercial owners and operators have also asked that parking timing be limited to better facilitate the rotation of parked vehicles and therefore offer more parking opportunities for customers and patrons.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibited parking from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily, on the west side of Sousa Mendes Street, between a point 91 metres south of Ruskin Avenue and a point 11 metres further south. 2. Authorized parking for a maximum period of two hours from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Sousa Mendes Street, between Ruskin Avenue and a point 91 metres south, and between a point 102 metres south of Ruskin Avenue and Wallace Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Ana Bailão recommended that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily, on the west side of Sousa Mendes Street, between a point 91 metres south of Ruskin Avenue and a point 11 metres further south. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize parking for a maximum period of two hours from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Sousa Mendes Street, between Ruskin Avenue and a point 91 metres south, and between a point 102 metres south of Ruskin Avenue and Wallace Avenue.
TE18.90adopted
Traffic Calming - Speed Humps - Rowntree Avenue, between Old Weston Road and Prescott Avenue
Residents contacted my office requesting more safety on Rowntree Avenue as traffic and the speed of vehicles on this street have increased. Speed hump studies have been conducted on this road. We have pushed for more police enforcement as means of helping improve safety but I believe that more can be done and I am therefore requesting that speed humps be installed on Rowntree between Old Weston Road and Prescott Avenue.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to request the City Clerk to poll eligible householders on Rowntree Avenue, between Old Weston Road and Prescott Avenue, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: a. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Rowntree Avenue, between Old Weston Road and Prescott Avenue; and b. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Rowntree Avenue, between Old Weston Road and Prescott Avenue, to install five speed humps, generally as shown on the attached copy of Drawing No. 421G-3773, dated August 2020.
Staff recommendation as filed
It is recommended that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Direct the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to request the City Clerk to poll eligible householders on Rowntree Avenue, between Old Weston Road and Prescott Avenue, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: a. Authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Rowntree Avenue, between Old Weston Road and Prescott Avenue; and b. Direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Rowntree Avenue, between Old Weston Road and Prescott Avenue, to install five speed humps, generally as shown on the attached copy of Drawing No. 421G-3773, dated August 2020.
TE18.91adopted
Implementation of Permit Parking on Sousa Mendes Street, between Ruskin Avenue and Wallace Avenue
My office received a lot of support from residents of Sousa Mendes Street to access legal on-street permit parking. Unfortunately due to the pandemic, we are unable to conduct the polling process. Subsection 925-4B, provides that: Where permit parking is not currently available and where a petition requesting permit parking signed by the residents of a minimum of 25% of the total number of residential premises having a residential address on the street or the flank of the street is submitted to the General Manager, a poll shall be conducted in accordance with Chapter 190, Polling and Notification, to determine if the residents wish to have permit parking on their road or area, as the case may be. In the event of a positive polling result, the General Manager shall report such result to the appropriate community council, which community council under delegated authority, shall be authorized to pass any necessary by-laws to implement permit parking on the road or area. In the event of a negative result, permit parking shall not be extended to the road or area, and no further permit parking poll shall be conducted for a period of two years I am seeking an exemption from the requirements of subsection 925-4B of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking as the residents that did vote, were in favour of implementing the permit parking program.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommended that: 1. City Council exempt the implementation of Permit Parking on Sousa Mendes Street, between Ruskin Avenue and Wallace Avenue from the requirements of subsection 925-4B of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking, until such time as Toronto and East York Community Council considers a request for implementation of Permit Parking at this location.
Staff recommendation as filed
It is recommended that: 1. City Council exempt the implementation of Permit Parking on Sousa Mendes Street, between Ruskin Avenue and Wallace Avenue from the requirements of subsection 925-4B of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking, until such time as Toronto and East York Community Council considers a request for implementation of Permit Parking at this location.
TE18.92adopted
Introduction and consideration of Bills for enactment of By-laws.
General Bill Toronto and East York Community Council enacted By-laws 726-2020 to 761-2020. Confirmatory Bill Toronto and East York Community Council passed a Confirmatory Bill as By-law 762-2020.