Toronto and East York Community Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 99 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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TE31.51adopted
Construction Staging Area Time Extension and Traffic Amendments - 524 Oakwood Avenue
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The Dalton Company Ltd. is renovating the existing community arts centre (Nia Centre for the Arts Incorporated) at 524 Oakwood Avenue. A portion of the north-south public laneway at the north end of the site is currently closed to accommodate construction staging operations for the renovations. Toronto and East York Community Council, at its meeting on December 2, 2020, authorized the subject construction staging area from January 4, 2021 to August 31, 2021. Transportation Services is requesting authorization to extend the duration of the construction staging area on the public laneway for an additional five months, from February 17, 2022 to July 31, 2022, to allow for the construction of the development to be completed. It should be noted that during the lapse in approval period, the site has been operating under a monthly Street Occupation Permit. The developer has requested an extension of the duration of the construction staging area on the public laneway, as the site has experienced a number of construction delays. Additionally, authorization is requested to temporarily convert a section of Amherst Avenue from one-way eastbound traffic operations to two-way traffic operations. This will allow property owners impacted by the subject laneway closure to access the east-west portion of the public laneway.
The Toronto and East York Community Councilt: 1. Authorized the continuation of the closure of a portion of the public laneway, between Eleanor Avenue and a point 31.5 metres south, from February 17, 2022 to July 31, 2022. 2. Authorized the implementation of two-way traffic operations on Amherst Avenue, between Oakwood Avenue and the lane first west of Oakwood Avenue, from February 17, 2022 to July 31, 2022. 3. Prohibited stopping at all times on the north side of Amherst Avenue, between Oakwood Avenue and the lane first west of Oakwood Avenue. 4. Directed the applicant to continue ensuring that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 5. Directed the applicant to continue to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 6. Directed the applicant to continue providing 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. 7. Directed the applicant to continue providing 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. 8. Directed the applicant to continue posting a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 9. Directed that the public laneway and Amherst Avenue be returned to pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the continuation of the closure of a portion of the public laneway, between Eleanor Avenue and a point 31.5 metres south, from February 17, 2022 to July 31, 2022. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the implementation of two-way traffic operations on Amherst Avenue, between Oakwood Avenue and the lane first west of Oakwood Avenue, from February 17, 2022 to July 31, 2022. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Amherst Avenue, between Oakwood Avenue and the lane first west of Oakwood Avenue. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue ensuring that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 6. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue providing 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. 7. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue providing 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. 8. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue posting a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 9. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that the public laneway and Amherst Avenue be returned to pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE31.52amended
Construction Staging Area - Time Extension - 387- 403 Bloor Street East
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Bloor Street East, City Council approval of this report is required. SkyGrid Construction Incorporated is constructing a 54-storey residential building and a 10-storey hotel at 387-403 Bloor Street East. The development site will have frontage on both Bloor Street East and Selby Street. The site is located on the south side of Bloor Street East, one property east of Sherbourne Street. The sidewalk and a portion of the eastbound curb lane on the south side of Bloor Street East fronting the site are currently closed to accommodate construction staging operations for the development. City Council, at its meeting on February 26, 2019, approved the subject construction staging area on Bloor Street East, from March 5, 2019 to March 5, 2020. At the time, the developer indicated they would require the staging area for a total of 34 months. At its meetings on June 29 and 30, 2020, and May 5 and 6, 2021, City Council subsequently approved extending the duration of the construction staging area until March 8, 2021 and January 31, 2022 respectively. The developer has requested an additional extension of the duration of the construction staging area on Bloor Street East in order to complete the construction of the development. Based on the information provided by the developer, the site has experienced a number of construction delays due to labour shortages and availability of materials due to COVID-19. Transportation Services is requesting authorization to extend the duration of the construction staging area on Bloor Street East until March 31, 2023 in order to complete the construction of the development.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the south sidewalk and a 2.8 metre wide portion of the eastbound curb lane on Bloor Street East, between a point 26 metres west of Sherbourne Street and a point 41 metres further west and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the eastbound curb lane, from March 10, 2022 to March 31, 2023. 2. City Council direct the applicant to continue posting a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue providing and installing public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 4. City Council direct the applicant to continue sweeping the construction site daily and nightly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. City Council direct the applicant to continue ensuring that the existing sidewalks and/or the pedestrian walkways have proper lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. City Council direct the applicant to continue consulting and communicating all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 8. City Council direct the applicant to continue installing appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrian, cyclist and motorist safety is considered at all times. 9. City Council direct that Bloor Street East be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 10. City Council direct the applicant to procure, install, and maintain shipping container(s) to be used as a fully covered, protected, unobstructed, and wheelchair accessible pedestrian walkway concurrent to, or within a grace period acceptable to the Acting Director of Traffic Management, Transportation Services not exceeding three months, any permits being issued and for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit, at their sole cost. 11. City Council direct the applicant to continue 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. 12. City Council direct the applicant to mitigate light pollution by installing a shield/barrier on any lighting standards in close proximity to adjacent residential properties, such as cranes. 13. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 14. City Council direct the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and the applicant to establish a construction management working group that meets monthly and invites local stakeholders including Municipal Licensing and Standards, Toronto Buildings, adjacent neighbours, and local resident groups. 15. City Council direct the applicant to email monthly construction progress reports to the local Councillor, local residents' association, and Business Improvement Area Board of Management.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the south sidewalk and a 2.8 metre wide portion of the eastbound curb lane on Bloor Street East, between a point 26 metres west of Sherbourne Street and a point 41 metres further west and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the eastbound curb lane, from March 10, 2022 to March 31, 2023. 2. City Council direct the applicant to continue posting a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue providing and installing public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 4. City Council direct the applicant to continue sweeping the construction site daily and nightly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. City Council direct the applicant to continue ensuring that the existing sidewalks and/or the pedestrian walkways have proper lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. City Council direct the applicant to continue consulting and communicating all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 8. City Council direct the applicant to continue installing appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrian, cyclist and motorist safety is considered at all times. 9. City Council direct that Bloor Street East be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE31.53amended
Construction Staging Area Time Extension - 191-201 Church Street (Dalhousie Street)
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Church Street Limited Partnership is constructing a 39-storey mixed-use development at 191-201 Church Street. The site is located on the east side of Church Street, between Shuter Street and Dundas Street. A portion of the southbound curb lane and west sidewalk on Dalhousie Street is currently closed to accommodate construction staging operations for the development. Toronto and East York Community Council, at its meeting on February 24, 2021, approved the subject construction staging area on Dalhousie Street from March 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022. At the time, the developer indicated they would require the staging area for a total of 45 months, from March 1, 2021 to November 30, 2024. As the previous permit was only approved for a 13-month period, the developer has requested an extension of the duration of the construction staging area on Dalhousie Street in order to complete the construction of the development. Transportation Services is requesting authorization to extend the duration of the construction staging area on Dalhousie Street for an additional 26 months, from April 1, 2022 to May 31, 2024, to allow for the construction of the development to be completed.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the west sidewalk and a 2.8 metre wide portion of the southbound lane on Dalhousie Street, between a point 52 metres north of Shuter Street and a point 46 metres further north, from April 1, 2022 to May 31, 2023. 2. Directed the applicant to continue posting a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 3. Directed the applicant to continue providing and installing public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 4. Directed the applicant to continue sweeping the construction site daily and nightly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. Directed the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. Directed the applicant to continue ensuring that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. Directed the applicant to continue consulting and communicating all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 8. Directed the applicant to continue installing appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 9. Directed the applicant to continue 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. 10. Directed the applicant to continue 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. 11. Directed that Dalhousie Street be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 12. Directed the applicant to continue to establish a construction management working group that meets monthly and invite local stakeholders including Transportation Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards, Toronto Buildings, adjacent Neighbours, and local resident groups. 13. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected, unobstructed, and wheelchair accessible pedestrian walkway for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit, at their sole cost. 14. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to create a publicly accessible website with regular construction updates and post the website address on the construction site hoarding, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 15. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to mitigate light pollution by installing a shield/barrier on any lighting standards in close proximity to adjacent residential properties, such as cranes. 16. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to email monthly construction progress reports to the local Councillor, local residents' association, and Business Improvement Area Board of Management.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the west sidewalk and a 2.8 metre wide portion of the southbound lane on Dalhousie Street, between a point 52 metres north of Shuter Street and a point 46 metres further north, from April 1, 2022 to May 31, 2024. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue posting a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue providing and installing public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue sweeping the construction site daily and nightly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue ensuring that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue consulting and communicating all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 8. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue installing appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 9. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue 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. 10. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue 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. 11. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that Dalhousie Street be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 12. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to establish a construction management working group that meets monthly and invite local stakeholders including Transportation Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards, Toronto Buildings, adjacent Neighbours, and local resident groups.
TE31.54amended
Construction Staging Area - 244-260 Church Street
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Dundas Street East, City Council approval of this report is required. 250 Church Limited Partnership is constructing a 52-storey mixed-use residential condominium building with 681 residential units and two retail units on the ground floor at 244-260 Church Street. The site is located at the south-west corner of Church Street and Dundas Street East. Transportation Services is requesting approval to close a section of the first north-south public laneway west of Church Street, south of Dundas Street East, for a period of 41 months from March 1, 2022 to July 31, 2025, to accommodate a construction staging area. During the same time period, Transportation Services is also requesting approval to close a 1.0 metre wide portion of the City right-of-way abutting the development site along Dundas Street East and a 0.6 metre wide portion of the right-of-way abutting the development site along Church Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the first north-south public laneway west of Church Street, between a point 11.4 metres south of Dundas Street East and a point 37 metres further south, from March 1, 2022 to July 31, 2023. 2. City Council authorize the closure of a 1.0 metre wide portion of the right-of-way abutting the development site on Dundas Street East, between Church Street and a point 26.8 metres further west, from March 1, 2022 to July 31, 2023. 3. City Council authorize the closure of a 0.6 metre wide portion of the right-of-way abutting the development site on Church Street, between Dundas Street East and a point 38 metres further south, from March 1, 2022 to July 31, 2023. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Dundas Street East, between the first laneway west of Church Street and Bond Street. 5. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 7:30-9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the south side of Dundas Street East, between the first laneway west of Church Street and Bond Street. 6. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Dundas Street East, between the first laneway west of Church Street and Bond Street. 7. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Dundas Street East, between Church Street and Bond Street. 8. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 7:30-9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the north side of Dundas Street East, between Church Street and Bond Street. 9. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Dundas Street East, between the first laneway west of Church Street and Bond Street. 10. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 11. City Council direct the applicant to 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. 12. 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. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrian, cyclist and motorist safety is considered at all times. 14. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 16. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 17. 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. 18. 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. 19. City Council direct that Dundas Street East, Church Street, and the first north-south public laneway south of Dundas Street East and west of Church Street be returned to their pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 20. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected, unobstructed, and wheelchair accessible pedestrian walkway for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit, at their sole cost. 21. City Council direct the applicant to create a publicly accessible website with regular construction updates and post the website address on the construction site hoarding, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 22. City Council direct the applicant to mitigate light pollution by installing a shield/barrier on any lighting standards in close proximity to adjacent residential properties, such as cranes. 23. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site daily and nightly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 24. City Council direct the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and the applicant to establish a construction management working group that meets monthly and invites local stakeholders including Municipal Licensing & Standards, Toronto Buildings, adjacent neighbours, and local resident groups. 25. City Council direct the applicant to email monthly construction progress reports to the local Councillor, local residents' association, and Business Improvement Area Board of Management.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the first north-south public laneway west of Church Street, between a point 11.4 metres south of Dundas Street East and a point 37 metres further south, from March 1, 2022 to July 31, 2025. 2. City Council authorize the closure of a 1.0 metre wide portion of the right-of-way abutting the development site on Dundas Street East, between Church Street and a point 26.8 metres further west, from March 1, 2022 to July 31, 2025. 3. City Council authorize the closure of a 0.6 metre wide portion of the right-of-way abutting the development site on Church Street, between Dundas Street East and a point 38 metres further south, from March 1, 2022 to July 31, 2025. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Dundas Street East, between the first laneway west of Church Street and Bond Street. 5. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 7:30-9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the south side of Dundas Street East, between the first laneway west of Church Street and Bond Street. 6. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Dundas Street East, between the first laneway west of Church Street and Bond Street. 7. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Dundas Street East, between Church Street and Bond Street. 8. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 7:30-9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the north side of Dundas Street East, between Church Street and Bond Street. 9. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Dundas Street East, between the first laneway west of Church Street and Bond Street. 10. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 11. City Council direct the applicant to 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. 12. 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. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrian, cyclist and motorist safety is considered at all times. 14. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 16. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 17. 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. 18. 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. 19. City Council direct that Dundas Street East, Church Street, and the first north-south public laneway south of Dundas Street East and west of Church Street be returned to their pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE31.55amended
Construction Staging Area - Time Extension - 485 Logan Avenue
Logan Avenue between Gerrard Street East and First Avenue has bike lanes on both sides of the street. Since the developer requires an extension of the construction staging area, including an extension of the closure of the bike lanes abutting the site, this matter requires final approval by City Council. 485 Logan Developments Inc. has taken over (from DC&F Corporation) the construction of a four-storey residential building at 485 Logan Avenue. The site is located on the east side of Logan Avenue, between Gerrard Street East and First Avenue. City Council, at its meeting on July 28 and 29, 2020, approved the subject construction staging area on Logan Avenue, from July 17, 2020 to April 30, 2021. Subsequently, on July 14, 15 and 16, 2021, City Council approved an extension of the duration of the closure until August 31, 2021. The developer is now requesting an extension of the duration of the construction staging area on Logan Avenue in order to complete the portion of the construction that cannot be accommodated on site. Based on information provided by the developer, the site has experienced a number of construction delays due to COVID-19, availability of materials, design issues, and a change of builder. Transportation Services is requesting authorization to extend the duration of the construction staging area on Logan Avenue for an additional six months, from March 10, 2022 to August 31, 2022, in order to complete the construction of the development.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve the continuation of closure of the east sidewalk, a seven metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane and adjacent lane on Logan Avenue, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the northbound lane, between a point 22 metres south of Gerrard Street East and a point 61.3 metres south of Gerrard Street East, from March 10, 2022 to August 31, 2022, subject to the applicant complying with the conditions placed on the permit by City Council. 2. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or undertake snow and ice clearing around the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed and to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 4. City Council direct the applicant to provide a new written notice to the neighbourhood and the Construction Liaison Officer (CLC) including cell phone contact information for the site supervisor, an update on the timelines, and parking, road occupancy and traffic impacts. 5. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 6. City Council direct the applicant to continue 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. 7. City Council direct the applicant to continue 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. 8. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 9. City Council direct the applicant to continue to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 10. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 11. City Council direct that Logan Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 12. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that contractors are parking in legal parking spaces around the site and are not obstructing sidewalks or roadways. 13. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to report to the local Councillor's office if the conditions are not being met and authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services, to revoke the permit if the conditions approved by City Council are not met.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council approve the continuation of closure of the east sidewalk, a seven metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane and adjacent lane on Logan Avenue, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the northbound lane, between a point 22 metres south of Gerrard Street East and a point 61.3 metres south of Gerrard Street East, from March 10, 2022 to August 31, 2022. 2. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue to 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. 4. City Council direct the applicant to continue to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 5. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 6. City Council direct the applicant to continue 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. 7. City Council direct the applicant to continue 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. 8. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 9. City Council direct the applicant to continue to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 10. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 11. City Council direct that Logan Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE31.56adopted
Accessible Parking Space - Cosburn Avenue (Non-Delegated)
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Cosburn Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation of an on-street accessible parking space on the north side of Cosburn Avenue.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council designate an on-street accessible parking space on the north side of Cosburn Avenue, between a point 51 metres west of Cedarvale Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further west.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council designate an on-street accessible parking space on the north side of Cosburn Avenue, between a point 51 metres west of Cedarvale Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further west.
TE31.57adopted
Accessible Parking Spaces - February 2022 (Delegated)
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation/removal of on-street accessible parking spaces for persons with disabilities.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation/removal of on-street accessible parking spaces at the locations identified in Attachment 1, attached to the report (January 31, 2022) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The 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 Attachment 1, attached to the report (January 31, 2022) entitled "Accessible Parking Spaces-February 2022 (Delegated), from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
TE31.58adopted
Geary Avenue Mobility and Public Realm Strategy Update
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended such that it varies with City Policy or by-laws. The Geary Works Planning Study, a comprehensive study and community vision for Geary Avenue, included a Mobility and Public Realm Strategy and provided ten (10) strategic directions for the right-of-way and streetscape on Geary Avenue. This report contains a status update on all ten strategic directions. This report also recommends the authorization of all-way compulsory stop controls at the intersections of: Salem Avenue North and Geary Avenue, Westmoreland Avenue North and Geary Avenue, Delaware Avenue North and Geary Avenue, and Somerset Avenue and Geary Avenue to take effect at the time of opening the new Geary Avenue Park segment of the Green Line. Warrant criteria were not met based on current traffic conditions. Future conditions anticipated to result from the construction of the new park include changing traffic patterns and increased presence of vulnerable road users accessing the park at these intersections. Transportation Services recommends these stop controls be introduced at that time to promote driver awareness of increased pedestrian and cyclist traffic associated with the new park, and to achieve efficiencies in the design and delivery of the new road signage as an integrated part of the park construction project.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Geary Avenue and Salem Avenue North to take effect following the completion of construction of the Geary Avenue extension of the Green Line 2. Authorized an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Geary Avenue and Westmoreland Avenue North to take effect following the completion of construction of the Geary Avenue extension of the Green Line. 3. Authorized an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Geary Avenue and Delaware Avenue North to take effect following the completion of construction of the Geary Avenue extension of the Green Line. 4. Authorized an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Geary Avenue and Somerset Avenue to take effect following the completion of construction of the Geary Avenue extension of the Green Line.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Planning and Capital Program, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Geary Avenue and Salem Avenue North to take effect following the completion of construction of the Geary Avenue extension of the Green Line 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Geary Avenue and Westmoreland Avenue North to take effect following the completion of construction of the Geary Avenue extension of the Green Line 3. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Geary Avenue and Delaware Avenue North to take effect following the completion of construction of the Geary Avenue extension of the Green Line 4. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Geary Avenue and Somerset Avenue to take effect following the completion of construction of the Geary Avenue extension of the Green Line
TE31.59adopted
Car-Share Vehicle Parking Areas - Various Locations
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting authorization to rescind car-share vehicle parking areas (CVPAs) at various locations in the Toronto and East York Community Council area.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the amendments to parking regulations set out in Attachment 2, attached to the report (January 31, 2022) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the amendments to parking regulations set out in Attachment 2, attached to the report entitled "Car-Share Vehicle Parking Areas - Various Locations", dated January 31, 2022 from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
TE31.60adopted
Pay-and-Display Parking - Lansdowne Avenue
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Lansdowne Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation of on-street paid parking on Lansdowne Avenue, north of Bloor Street West. This request resulted from a review following the installation of cycle tracks last year on Bloor Street West, between Shaw Street and Runnymede Road. The cycle track installation reduced the supply of on-street parking and loading in the area. Transportation Services and Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) staff have reviewed streets intersecting Bloor Street West to convert locations with daytime time limit parking, overnight permit parking and no parking to paid, on-street parking. The review considered parking areas of high demand that are functionally safe, appropriate, and economically viable and included consultation with the local Business Improvement Areas (BIAs). The addition of new on-street paid parking will help serve local business parking demands and encourage regular turnover throughout the day to maximize parking available to patrons.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the parking regulation amendments to establish new on-street paid parking locations, as set out in Attachment 1 to the report (January 31, 2022) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the parking regulation amendments to establish new on-street paid parking locations, as set out in Attachment 1, attached to the report entitled "Pay-and-Display Parking - Lansdowne Avenue", dated January 31, 2022 from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
TE31.61adopted
Parking Amendments - Cosburn Avenue
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Cosburn Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is recommending that the existing parking prohibition on the north side of Cosburn Avenue, in the vicinity of the underground garage ramp to 50 Cosburn Avenue, be upgraded to a standing prohibition. The proposed amendment will deter parking near the ramp by accessible permits holders and improve sightlines for vehicles and cyclists. During the course of the investigation, it was noted that there is a discrepancy between posted signs and the existing parking regulations. Recommendation 3 will correct this inconsistency.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Cosburn Avenue, between a point 61.5 metres east of Logan Avenue and a point 23 metres further east. 2. City Council prohibit standing at all times on the north side of Cosburn Avenue, between a point 61.5 metres east of Logan Avenue and a point 23 metres further east. 3. City Council amend the existing stopping prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Cosburn Avenue, between Broadview Avenue and a point 52 metres east of Logan Avenue, to be in effect between Broadview Avenue and a point 52 metres west of Logan Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Cosburn Avenue, between a point 61.5 metres east of Logan Avenue and a point 23 metres further east. 2. City Council prohibit standing at all times on the north side of Cosburn Avenue, between a point 61.5 metres east of Logan Avenue and a point 23 metres further east. 3. City Council amend the existing stopping prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Cosburn Avenue, between Broadview Avenue and a point 52 metres east of Logan Avenue, to be in effect between Broadview Avenue and a point 52 metres west of Logan Avenue.
TE31.62adopted
Right-Turn-on-Red Prohibition - Davenport Road and Osler Street
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Davenport Road, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting approval for right-turn-on-red prohibitions for eastbound and westbound motorists at the intersection of Davenport Road and Osler Street. These regulations are recommended to address potential conflicts between these turning motorists and other intersection users as a result of the intersection geometry.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit eastbound and westbound right turns on a red signal at all times at the intersection of Davenport Road and Osler Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit eastbound and westbound right turns on a red signal at all times at the intersection of Davenport Road and Osler Street.
TE31.63adopted
Parking Amendments - Unity Road
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is recommending that standing be prohibited at all times on the east side of Unity Road at its intersection with the public lane located north of Torbrick Road. The proposed amendment will deter parking near the lane and will improve sightlines for vehicles and pedestrians.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibited standing at all times on the east side of Unity Road, between a point 25 metres north of Torbrick Road and a point 20 metres further north.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit standing at all times on the east side of Unity Road, between a point 25 metres north of Torbrick Road and a point 20 metres further north.
TE31.64adopted
Additional Traffic Calming - Milverton Boulevard
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. In response to a request from Toronto and East York Community Council, Transportation Services reviewed the need for an additional speed hump on Milverton Boulevard, between Monarch Park Avenue and Coxwell Avenue. The review disclosed the existing speed hump installation is appropriate and additional speed humps are not required. However, the review determined that a traffic island could be implemented mid-block on this section of Milverton Boulevard, to supplement the existing speed humps and to reinforce to motorists to reduce their speeds as they travel on this street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of a traffic calming island on the north side of Milverton Boulevard, between a point 117 metres east of Monarch Park Avenue and a point 4.3 metres further east. 2. Amended drawing "421G-2920", dated March 2018 with drawing "421G-3979", dated December 2021 as set out in Attachment 1 to the report (January 31, 2022) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the installation of a traffic calming island on the north side of Milverton Boulevard, between a point 117 metres east of Monarch Park Avenue and a point 4.3 metres further east. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council amend Drawing "421G-2920", dated March 2018 with drawing "421G-3979", dated December 2021 as set out in Attachment 1, attached to the report entitled "Additional Traffic Calming - Milverton Boulevard", dated January 31, 2022 from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
TE31.65adopted
Use of Nathan Phillips Square for Various Events from April 1 - July 31, 2022
The purpose of this report is to request various exemptions from the Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 636 "Public Squares" and former City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 237 "Nathan Phillips Square" for events that are proposed to be held on Nathan Phillips Square, April 1 - July 31, 2022. The issuing of permits and exemptions for the events listed in this report will be conditional on adherence to public health regulations. Organizers will be responsible for submitting operational plans to the permit-issuing body, and monitoring on-site operations in a manner that maintains compliance with all public health guidelines and best practices. Staff in the Economic Development and Culture Division, in consultation with Toronto Public Health, will work with event organizers to assess viability, based on ongoing public health direction and the risks associated with specific events.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council grant an exemption to PhilCan Mosaic Organization, Rugby Ontario & Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Economic Development and Culture, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Young Canadian Alliances to operate a beer garden and to serve wine and hard liquor contingent upon the following conditions: - Approval of the A.G.C.O. - Approval of the Medical Officer of Health - Compliance with the City of Toronto's Municipal Alcohol Policy - Receipt of all the necessary permits associated with the production of the event i.e. building permit, noise by-law extension permit 2. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, Gursikh Sabha Canada/Ontario Sikhs and Gurdwara Council, Toronto Newcomer Office, Social Development, Finance and Administration, City of Toronto, SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival, Autism Speaks of Canada, Make a Wish Foundation, PhilCan Mosaic Organization, Long Term Care Homes and Services, City of Toronto, Rugby Ontario and Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Dancing Damsels Inc., Nepalese Canadian Community Services (NCCS), Strategic Protocol and External Relations, City of Toronto, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Economic Development and Culture, City of Toronto, Baycrest Foundation, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Canada International Dance Culture Association, Young Canadian Alliances, to solicit donations in support of their organizations. 3. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, ArtworxTO, City of Toronto, Rugby Ontario and Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Economic Development and Culture, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Baycrest Foundation, Taste of Middle East, Young Canadian Alliances, Strategic Protocol and External Relations, City of Toronto, to place objects in the reflecting pool. 4. City Council grant permission to Gursikh Sabha Canada/Ontario Sikhs and Gurdwara Council, Toronto Newcomer Office, Social Development, Finance and Administration, City of Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Autism Speaks of Canada, PhilCan Mosaic Organization, Make a Wish Foundation, Long Term Care Homes and Services, City of Toronto, Rugby Ontario and Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Canada International Dance Culture Association, Young Canadian Alliances to engage in sport demonstrations. 5. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, Toronto Newcomer Office, Social Development, Finance and Administration, City of Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, PhilCan Mosaic Organization, Rugby Ontario & Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Canada International Dance Culture Association, Young Canadian Alliances, Make a Wish Foundation for sound amplification outside of Nathan Philipps Square amplification schedule policy. 6. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, Dancing Damsels Inc., Nepalese Canadian Community Services (NCCS), Strategic Protocol and External Relations, City of Toronto, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Canada International Dance Culture Association, Young Canadian Alliances to use open flame as part of their event production. 7. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Young Canadian Alliances to use special effects pyrotechnics as part of their event production. 8. City Council grant permission to ArtworxTO, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, to cover City Hall window and building as part of their event production. 9. City Council require that the various events compensate the City of Toronto, through the Facilities Management Division, for all City of Toronto costs associated with an event above the standard staffing complement.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Interim General Manager, Economic Development and Culture recommends that: 1. City Council grant an exemption to PhilCan Mosaic Organization, Rugby Ontario & Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Pride Toronto, Special Events, EDC, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Young Canadian Alliances to operate a beer garden and to serve wine and hard liquor contingent upon the following conditions: - Approval of the A.G.C.O. - Approval of the Medical Officer of Health - Compliance with the City of Toronto's Municipal Alcohol Policy - Receipt of all the necessary permits associated with the production of the event i.e. building permit, noise by-law extension permit 2. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, Gursikh Sabha Canada/Ontario Sikhs and Gurdwara Council, Toronto Newcomer Office, Social Development, Finance and Administration, City of Toronto, SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival, Autism Speaks of Canada, Make a Wish Foundation, PhilCan Mosaic Organization, Long Term Care Homes & Services, City of Toronto, Rugby Ontario & Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Dancing Damsels Inc., Nepalese Canadian Community Services (NCCS), Strategic Protocol and External Relations, City of Toronto, Pride Toronto, Special Events, EDC, City of Toronto, Baycrest Foundation, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Canada International Dance Culture Association, Young Canadian Alliances, to solicit donations in support of their organizations. 3. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, ArtworxTO, City of Toronto, Rugby Ontario & Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Pride Toronto, Special Events, EDC, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Baycrest Foundation, Taste of Middle East, Young Canadian Alliances, Strategic Protocol and External Relations, City of Toronto, to place objects in the reflecting pool. 4. City Council grant permission to Gursikh Sabha Canada/Ontario Sikhs and Gurdwara Council, Toronto Newcomer Office, Social Development, Finance and Administration, City of Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Autism Speaks of Canada, PhilCan Mosaic Organization, Make a Wish Foundation, Long Term Care Homes & Services, City of Toronto, Rugby Ontario & Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Canada International Dance Culture Association, Young Canadian Alliances to engage in sport demonstrations. 5. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, Toronto Newcomer Office, Social Development, Finance and Administration, City of Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, PhilCan Mosaic Organization, Rugby Ontario & Toronto Inner - City Rugby Foundation, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Canada International Dance Culture Association, Young Canadian Alliances, Make a Wish Foundation for sound amplification outside of Nathan Philipps Square amplification schedule policy. 6. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, Dancing Damsels Inc., Nepalese Canadian Community Services (NCCS), Strategic Protocol and External Relations, City of Toronto, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Casa Cultural Peruana Inc., Canada International Dance Culture Association, Young Canadian Alliances to use open flame as part of their event production. 7. City Council grant permission to Fast in the 6, Pride Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Festival Management Committee, The Terry Fox Foundation, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Taste of Middle East, Young Canadian Alliances to use special effects pyrotechnics as part of their event production. 8. City Council grant permission to ArtworxTO, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, Special Events, Arts and Culture Services, City of Toronto, to cover City Hall window and building as part of their event production. 9. City Council require that the various events compensate the City of Toronto, through the Facilities Management Division, for all City of Toronto costs associated with an event above the standard staffing compliment.
TE31.66adopted
Appointments to the Central Eglinton Community Centre Board of Management
The Board confirms that each of these nominees is qualified to serve under the provisions of the City of Toronto's Public Appointments Policy and the Relationship Framework for Community Centre Boards of Management. These appointments are a result of the following public member's terms coming to an end: - Jennifer Benedetti, resigned effective September 13,2021,
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Appointed the following candidates to the Central Eglinton Community Centre Board of Management, at pleasure of Council, for the terms of office noted below and until successors are appointed: - Elizabeth Reid, for a term of office ending June 27, 2023. - Eric Saarvala, for a term of office ending June 27, 2023.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Executive Director, Central Eglinton Community Centre recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Appoint the following candidates to the Board, at pleasure of Council, for the terms of office noted below and until successors are appointed: - Elizabeth Reid, for a term of office ending June 27, 2023. - Eric Saarvala, for a term of office ending June 27, 2023.
TE31.67adopted
Stella Maris Catholic School Pick-Up/Drop-Off Zone
Recently, my office has received feedback from parents and administrators at Stella Maris Catholic School regarding ongoing concerns about parking at the school, specifically during pick-up and drop-off times. Stella Maris is located on Ascot Avenue, which turns into a one-way operation eastbound starting at St. Clair Gardens. The current parking regulation designates a maximum of 10 minutes to allow parents to park on the south side of Ascot Avenue in front of the school. However, the signed regulations fronting Stella Maris do not reflect the updated school hours, which has caused unsafe pick-up/drop-off conditions. As a result, I am requesting approval to amend the 10 minute parking regulation on the south side of Ascot Avenue to bring about greater flexibility, improved safety, and on-street parking availability as recommended below.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Amended the existing maximum 10 minute parking regulation in effect from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Ascot Avenue, between a point 53.5 metres west of Dufferin Street and a point 16 metres further west to be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bailão recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Amend the existing maximum 10 minute parking regulation in effect from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri., on the south side of Ascot Avenue, between a point 53.5 metres west of Dufferin Street and a point 16 metres further west to be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri.
TE31.68adopted
Turn Prohibitions Buses Excepted - Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street
The installation of cycling tracks on Bloor Street West along with various other streets were approved by City Council, May 28, 2020 (CC21.20). As part of the cycle track installation, eastbound and westbound right turn restrictions between the hours of 7:00am to 6:00pm were enacted at the intersection of Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street. The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) was consulted by staff from the Cycling & Pedestrian Projects unit prior to enacting the turn prohibitions. However, recent service changes to the 402 Parkdale community bus route in conjunction with the pre-existing prohibitions has had a negative impact on service reliability. The TTC has since advised Transportation Services that the northbound left and eastbound right turns at Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street is utilized by the 402 Parkdale community bus, which operates 8 trips per day, week days only, between 9:30am to 6:00pm on an approximately one-hour headway. For this reason, the TTC has requested an exemption from the existing northbound left turn prohibition at the intersection of Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street. This prohibition has been in place for several years to prevent turning motorists from impeding through traffic in the shared lane. Given the infrequency of turns (approximately two) made by the 402 Parkdale bus at Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street in addition to operational concerns, I am recommending that the TTC be exempted from the turn prohibitions at the subject location, which in turn will create a more efficient and reliable transit system. Transportation Services has no objections to the proposed changes.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the existing northbound left-turn 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 at the intersection of Dufferin Street and Bloor Street West to be 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, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) vehicles excepted. 2. City Council amend the existing eastbound right-turn prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, except Sunday at the intersection of Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street to be in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, except Sunday, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) vehicles excepted. 3. City Council amend the existing westbound right-turn prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, except Sunday at the intersection of Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street to be in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, except Sunday, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) vehicles excepted.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bailão recommends that: 1. City Council amend the existing northbound left-turn 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 at the intersection of Dufferin Street and Bloor Street West to be 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, TTC vehicles excepted. 2. City Council amend the existing eastbound right-turn prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, except Sunday at the intersection of Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street to be in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, except Sunday, TTC vehicles excepted. 3. City Council amend the existing westbound right-turn prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, except Sunday at the intersection of Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street to be in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, except Sunday, TTC vehicles excepted.
TE31.69adopted
371 Bloor Street West is located on the south side of Bloor Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Huron Street and is owned and also occupied by the University of Toronto (U of T). The proposal from the owner is to renovate and expand the east portion of the building at Huron Street currently occupied by University of Toronto Schools (UTS) to modernize their facilities and to accommodate a new gymnasium and fitness centre, auditorium and three storeys of classroom space. The expansion represents an increase of approximately 3,400 square metres in gross floor area (GFA), and will include building on a portion of the existing public lane connecting to Washington Avenue. As a condition of the Site Plan Agreement (Site Plan Application 18 123996 STE 20 SA), the developer is required in advance of the anticipated date of first occupancy of the project, to enact bylaws with respect to the proposed passenger pick-up/drop-off area on the west side of Huron Street, south of Bloor Street West (fronting the school) that will accommodate approximately 6 to 7 vehicles. The intent of these parking amendment's is to not only formalize a passenger pick-up and drop-off area for the school, but to also assure that safe unobstructed two-way traffic flow is maintained on Huron Street, south of Bloor Street West, particularly during pick-up and drop-off operations. Recommendations 7 to 12 below are considered housekeeping and are intended to ensure consistency between the by-lawed parking regulations and the signage posted in the field.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Huron Street, between College Street and Dupont Street. 2. Prohibited parking at all times on the west side of Huron Street, between College Street and a point 55 metres south of Bloor Street West. 3. Prohibited stopping at all times on the west side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and a point 15 metres south of Bloor street West. 4. Designated a passenger loading zone to operate at all times on the west side of Huron Street, between a point 15 metres south of Bloor Street West and a point 40 metres further south. 5. Prohibited parking at all time on the west side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and Dupont Street. 6. Prohibited stopping at all times on the east side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and a point 55 metres south of Bloor Street West. 7. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Mon. to Fri., except public holidays on the east side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and a point 49 metres north of Sussex Street. 8. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Mon. to Fri., except public holidays on the east side of Huron Street, between Russell Street and a point 25 metres north of Sussex Street. 9. Prohibited parking from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Mon. to Fri., except public holidays on the east side of Huron Street, between Ursula Franklin Street and Harbord Street. 10. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Huron Street, between a point 30 metres south of Harbord Street and a point 55 metres further south. 11. Amended the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Huron Street, between Russell Street and a point 30.5 metres south to be in effect between, Ursula Franklin Street and a point 37 metres south. 12. Rescinded the maximum one-hour parking limit in effect at all times on the east side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and a point opposite Washington Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Layton recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Huron Street, between College Street and Dupont Street. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Huron Street, between College Street and a point 55 metres south of Bloor Street West. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and a point 15 metres south of Bloor street West. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council designate a passenger loading zone to operate at all times on the west side of Huron Street, between a point 15 metres south of Bloor Street West and a point 40 metres further south. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking at all time on the west side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and Dupont Street. 6. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and a point 55 metres south of Bloor Street West. 7. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Mon. to Fri., except public holidays on the east side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and a point 49 metres north of Sussex Street. 8. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Mon. to Fri., except public holidays on the east side of Huron Street, between Russell Street and a point 25 metres north of Sussex Street. 9. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Mon. to Fri., except public holidays on the east side of Huron Street, between Ursula Franklin Street and Harbord Street. 10. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Huron Street, between a point 30 metres south of Harbord Street and a point 55 metres further south. 11. Toronto and East York Community Council amend the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Huron Street, between Russell Street and a point 30.5 metres south to be in effect between, Ursula Franklin Street and a point 37 metres south. 12. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the maximum one-hour parking limit in effect at all times on the east side of Huron Street, between Bloor Street West and a point opposite Washington Avenue.
TE31.70adopted
Parking Amendments - Shaw Street
In November 2020, my office received a petition from residents of Shaw St between Harbord and Dewson requesting the extension of permit parking hours. A parking-by-permit-only restriction was requested during the evening rush hour, with the petition organizer telling us residents had difficulty finding parking during the evening rush hour. I received a petition signed by 60% of households on the street. Given the resident support, I directed staff to report to Community Council authorizing the extension of the on-street permit parking hours to the new hours of 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 7 days a week. Since the change was implemented, I have received further feedback and input from residents of Shaw Street suggesting that this was not the change that was being sought. Residents have expressed they felt an extension in permit parking operating hours on Saturdays and Sundays were too restrictive and would like to see this rescinded as it will improve the parking flexibility for residents and their guests who visit over the weekend. My office then received counter petition from another 60% of the residents on the street wanting the new restrictions removed. Facing two surveys of equal support well above 50% asking for opposite things, my office drafted a letter and dropped it at every house proposing a compromise to the existing rules which will change the permit parking operating hours to the new hours of 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 7 days a week and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday only. These new hours will still prioritize residents returning home during the evening rush hour on weekdays, but allow for greater flexibility over the weekends and holidays. In response, I had less than 25% of household on the street contact me letting me know about their opposition to this change. Therefore, with 75% support, while not perfect, I feel we have struck the right balance for those living on this stretch of Shaw, and will continue to support neighbours to secure temporary permits for visitors who need to stay longer than the posted hours. A public notice has been submitted regarding this motion.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the reduction of permit parking hours on Shaw Street between Harbord Street and Dewson Street from 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 7 days a week to the new hours of 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 7 days a week and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Layton recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorize the reduction of permit parking hours on Shaw Street between Harbord Street and Dewson Street from 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 7 days a week to the new hours of 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 7 days a week and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
TE31.71adopted
Parking Amendments - Roden Place
In June 2021, my office received a petition from local residents requesting changes to parking bylaws on Roden Place in order to improve safety and ease of navigation. Residents reported several areas of concern where parked/stopped vehicles impeded sightlines and the movement of traffic. The request asked for the establishment of new No Stopping areas to allow safe turning on to Roden Place, and for the safe entry and exit to and from driveway and garages. Transportation Services have put forth the following recommendations to support this request from residents.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between McMurrich Street and a point 40.8 metres east. 2. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between a point 49.3 metres east of McMurrich Street and Sarah Street. 3. Prohibited stopping at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between McMurrich Street and a point 9 metres east. 4. Prohibited parking at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between a point 9 metres east of McMurrich Street and a point 31.8 metres further east. 5. Prohibited stopping at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between a point 49.3 metres east of McMurrich Street and Sarah Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Layton recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between McMurrich Street and a point 40.8 metres east. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between a point 49.3 metres east of McMurrich Street and Sarah Street. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between McMurrich Street and a point 9 metres east. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between a point 9 metres east of McMurrich Street and a point 31.8 metres further east. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Roden Place, between a point 49.3 metres east of McMurrich Street and Sarah Street.
TE31.72adopted
Installing Bollards on Exchange Lane
Over the past year, I have heard from both the owners and residents of Don Area Co-operative Homes requesting bollard installations on account of safety concerns and extensive property damage due to large delivery trucks driving onto the small concrete path adjacent to their property at 14 Spruce Street in an attempt to drive around vehicles actively making deliveries in the laneway. Trucks will attempt to drive onto the small cement path thinking there is enough room and will end up hitting utility lines and the second story overhang. In their letter, the Co-op has incurred significant repair costs due to property damage. As a result, my office has consulted with Transportation Staff and is recommending the installation of rigid, impact-resistant, fixed-in-place bollards to protect the adjacent property and enhance community safety.
The Toronto and East York Community Council directed the General Manager, Transportation Services to: 1. install two rigid, fixed in place bollards on the Spruce Street entrance to Exchange Lane between the existing hydro pole to the south and the fixed bollard to the north, adjacent to the wooden fence at 14 Spruce Street. Work to be completed by the end of April 2022; 2. install two rigid, fixed in place bollards on the small cement pathway adjacent to the property at 14 Spruce Street between the existing hydro pole to the north and the larger yellow bollard to the south; work to be completed by the end of April 2022; and 3. explore available opportunities to limit property damage at 255 Carlton Street entrance into Exchange Lane; work to be completed by the end of April 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 install two rigid, fixed in place bollards on the Spruce Street entrance to Exchange Lane between the existing hydro pole to the south and the fixed bollard to the north, adjacent to the wooden fence at 14 Spruce Street. Work to be completed by the end of April 2022. 2. Direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to install two rigid, fixed in place bollards on the small cement pathway adjacent to the property at 14 Spruce Street between the existing hydro pole to the north and the larger yellow bollard to the south; work to be completed by the end of April 2022. 3. Direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to explore available opportunities to limit property damage at 255 Carlton Street entrance into Exchange Lane; work to be completed by the end of April 2022.
TE31.73amended
Improving Pedestrian Safety at Front Street and Frederick Street
A proposal was submitted to my office with over 60 supporters on the importance of a crosswalk at Front and Frederick Streets. The St. Lawrence community has long advocated for a crosswalk running north south at the corner at Front and Frederick. Young People's Theatre is on the south east corner, which hosts 85,000 patrons a year, along with their educational centre across the street, which requires children to cross Front Street East in order to access both facilities. Front Street East is heavily traveled and this will only worsen as the area is planned for further increase of new residents. Historically, traffic lights have been installed at every intersection on Front Street East between Parliament and Church Streets - with the exception of Frederick Street where the children's theatre is located. Furthermore, it is unlikely that young people will walk a block east to Sherbourne Street or west to George Street to cross at available lights. As the Young People's Theatre undergoes necessary upgrades in the coming months, it will be imperative that the area is made safe and welcoming for patrons and students as they return in large numbers following the pandemic lockdowns. My office has worked with the St. Lawrence neighbourhood to become even more pedestrian friendly in recent years and this would be another crucial step forward.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed Transportation staff to review their capital plan and report back to the June 29, 2022 meeting, on the feasibility of improving pedestrian safety at Front Street East and Frederick Street by accelerating the widening of sidewalks and the removal of boulevard parking.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council direct Transportation staff to report back by the second quarter of 2022 on the feasibility of installing a traffic control signal at the intersection of Front Street and Frederick Street.
TE31.74adopted
Decreasing the Speed Limit on Dermott Place to 30km/h
In an effort to achieve the City of Toronto's Vision Zero initiatives , my office has engaged in consultation with residents and City staff in response to concerns with the level and speed of traffic moving through Dermott Place between Carlton Street and Spruce Street. There are currently 14 units surrounding the lane, many of which have young children who play outside and vehicles are often seen speeding through the narrow entrance to the laneway. As a result, I am recommending the installation and bylaw changes to allow for a 30km/h bylaw and signage to reduce traffic speeds and increase community safety.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Dermott Place, between Carlton Street and Spruce Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Dermott Place, between Carlton Street and Spruce Street.
TE31.75amended
Endorsement of Events for Liquor Licensing Purposes
The purpose of this report is to seek City Council direction on two requests received by the City Clerk's Office for municipal endorsement for temporary liquor licence extensions that do not meet the criteria of the delegated authority.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council decide whether to endorse application for extensions to licensed hours or areas for the establishments listed in Attachment 1 to the report (January 31, 2022) from the City Clerk and direct the City Clerk to issue letters of municipal significance and non-objection to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk recommends that: 1. Community Council decide whether to consider the following is an "event of municipal significance" under Chapter 27-18.4, Delegation to Community Councils: - Do West Fest; - OssFest 2. City Council decide whether to endorse application for extensions to licensed hours or areas for the establishments listed in Attachment 1 and direct the City Clerk to issue letters of municipal significance and non-objection to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.
TE31.76adopted
Amendments to the existing parking regulation on Parkdale Road at Glendale Avenue
The intersection of Parkdale Road and Glendale Avenue is located in the Sunnyside neighbourhood in Ward 4. During a neighbourhood walk with residents, it was noted that a vehicle could be park in the intersection of Parkdale Road and Glendale Avenue due to current parking regulations. Transportation Staff did a review of the intersection and recommend changes to the parking regulation to improve the safety and visibility of the intersection.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on both sides of Parkdale Road, between Indian Road and Glendale Avenue (south intersection). 2. Authorized parking for a maximum period of one hour from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the south side of Parkdale Road, between Indian Road and Glendale Avenue (south intersection). 3. Authorized parking for a maximum period of one hour from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the north side of Parkdale Road, between Indian Road and a point 160 metres east. 4. Prohibited parking at all times on the north side of Parkdale Road from a point 160 metres east of Indian Road to a point 24.8 metres further east.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Perks recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Rescind the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on both sides of Parkdale Road, between Indian Road and Glendale Avenue (south intersection) 2. Authorize parking for a maximum period of one hour from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the south side of Parkdale Road, between Indian Road and Glendale Avenue (south intersection) 3. Authorize parking for a maximum period of one hour from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the north side of Parkdale Road, between Indian Road and a point 160 metres east 4. Prohibit parking at all times on the north side of Parkdale Road from a point 160 metres east of Indian Road to a point 24.8 metres further east.
TE31.77adopted
Parking Amendments on Triller Avenue between Queen Street West and King Street West
Residents on Triller Avenue between Queen Street West and King Street West are requesting that the current on-street parking moves from the west side of the street to the east side of the street to gain more parking spots. There are currently 4 consecutive accessible on-street parking spaces on the west side of the street that will be moved to other side as well. A petition showing support for the change was shared with my office and Transportation Staff.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Amended the existing parking by permit regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even (west) side of Triller Avenue from King Street West to Harvard Avenue to be in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:01 a.m. daily on the even (west) side of Triller Avenue from Queen Street West to Harvard Avenue. 2. Prohibited parking at all times on the west side of Triller Avenue between King Street West and a point 154 metres north 3. Prohibited stopping at all times on the west side of Triller Avenue between Queen Street West and a point 9 metres south 4. Authorized parking by permit only from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the odd (east) side of Triller Avenue between Queen Street West and King Street West. 5. Authorized the removal/installation of on-street accessible parking spaces at the locations identified in Attachment 1 attached dated February 08, 2022.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Gord Perks recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Amend the existing parking by permit regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even (west) side of Triller Avenue from King Street West to Harvard Avenue to be in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:01 a.m. daily on the even (west) side of Triller Avenue from Queen Street West to Harvard Avenue. 2. Prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Triller Avenue between King Street West and a point 154 metres north 3. Prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Triller Avenue between Queen Street West and a point 9 metres south 4. Authorize parking by permit only from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the odd (east) side of Triller Avenue between Queen Street West and King Street West. 5. Authorize the removal/installation of on-street accessible parking spaces at the locations identified in Attachment 1 attached to the motion dated February 08, 2022
TE31.78adopted
Request to Re-open Item TE27.38 - Parking Machines - Various Streets Intersecting Bloor Street West
A staff report was presented and adopted at the September 9, 2021 Toronto and East York Community Council meeting entitled Parking Machines - Various Streets Intersecting Bloor Street West TE27.38. Subsequent to the above presentation and approval, a technical error has been discovered (see attachment 2 and 3 of the report) and requires correction.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Re-opened Item TE27.38 to amend Attachment 2 and 3 in regard to the permit parking entries for Pacific Avenue. 2. Amended Attachment 2: Parking Regulations to be Rescinded by: a. Deleting the permit parking regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even side of Pacific Avenue at all times, except no parking 1st day of each month from April 1 to November 30, inclusive; no parking anytime from a point 22.5 metres south of Oakmount Road to a point 5.5 metres further south; and no parking anytime from a point 28 metres south of Oakmount Road to a point 5.5 metres further south, from Bloor Street West to Annette Street. b. Adding an entry for permit parking in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even side of Pacific Avenue at all times, except no parking 1st day to the 15th day of each month from April 1 to November 30, inclusive; no parking anytime from a point 22.5 metres south of Oakmount Road to a point 5.5 metres further south; and no parking anytime from a point 28 metres south of Oakmount Road to a point 5.5 metres further south, from Bloor Street West to Annette Street. 3. Amended Attachment 3: Parking Regulations to be Enacted by: a. Deleting the permit parking regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even side of Pacific Avenue at all times, except no parking 1st day of the 15th day of each month from April 1 to November 30, inclusive; from Glenlake Avenue to Annette Street. b. Adding an entry for permit parking in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even side of Pacific Avenue at all times, except no parking 1st day to the 15th day of each month from April 1 to November 30, inclusive; from Glenlake Avenue to Annette Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Perks recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Reopen Item TE27.38 by amending Attachment 2 and 3 in regards to the permit parking entries for Pacific Avenue. 2. Amend Attachment 2: Parking Regulations to be Rescinded by: a. Deleting the permit parking regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even side of Pacific Avenue at all times, except no parking 1st day of each month from Apr.1 to Nov. 30, inclusive; no parking anytime from a point 22.5 metres south of Oakmount Road to a point 5.5 metres further south; and no parking anytime from a point 28 metres south of Oakmount Road to a point 5.5 metres further south, from Bloor Street West to Annette Street. b. Adding an entry for permit parking in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even side of Pacific Avenue at all times, except no parking 1st day to the 15th day of each month from Apr.1 to Nov. 30, inclusive; no parking anytime from a point 22.5 metres south of Oakmount Road to a point 5.5 metres further south; and no parking anytime from a point 28 metres south of Oakmount Road to a point 5.5 metres further south, from Bloor Street West to Annette Street. 3. Amend Attachment 3: Parking Regulations to be Enacted by: a. Deleting the permit parking regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even side of Pacific Avenue at all times, except no parking 1st day of the 15th day of each month from Apr. 1 to Nov. 30, inclusive; from Glenlake Avenue to Annette Street. b. Adding an entry for permit parking in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even side of Pacific Avenue at all times, except no parking 1st day to the 15th day of each month from Apr. 1 to Nov. 30, inclusive; from Glenlake Avenue to Annette Street.
TE31.79adopted
Shaw Street - Community Safety Zone
Transportation Services staff have identified that the segment of Shaw Street between Dundas Street West and Queen Street West qualifies to be a Community Safety Zone. Givins/Shaw Junior Public School is located on this block, and speed humps have already been installed to discourage speeding. The Community Safety Zone designation will help make Shaw Street safer for students and residents.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council add Shaw Street, between Dundas Street West and Queen Street West, as a Community Safety Zone.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Cressy recommends: 1. City Council add Shaw Street, between Dundas Street West and Queen Street West, as a Community Safety Zone.
TE31.80adopted
Implementation of Permit Parking on Kensington Avenue, between Baldwin Street and St Andrew Street
At its meeting of February 2, 2022, City Council approved an exemption for the implementation of permit parking on Kensington Avenue, between Baldwin Street and St Andrew Street, from the requirements of subsection 925-4B of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking ( http://app.toronto.ca/tmmis/viewAgendaItemHistory.do?item=2022.TE30.38 ) 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 Kensington Avenue, between Baldwin Street and St Andrew Street, is presently not licensed for permit parking. Adding this block of Kensington Avenue to the permit parking program would allow residents to obtain a residential on-street parking permit and provide them with the ability to legally park overnight.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Amended Schedule A of City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to incorporate the west side of Kensington Avenue, between Baldwin Street and St Andrew Street, on an area name basis within area 6C, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Layton recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Amend Schedule A of City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to incorporate the west side of Kensington Avenue, between Baldwin Street and St Andrew Street, on an area name basis within area 6C, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week.
TE31.81adopted
Implementation of Turn Restrictions at Oriole Parkway and Imperial Street on a Pilot Basis
I am writing to request your support in implementing all-day turn restrictions at Oriole Parkway and Imperial Street at the request of the Oriole Park Association (OPA) and residents of the street following consultations with the wider neighbourhood. This action stems from periodic working group meetings my office has been holding with the OPA, Oriole Park residents, City staff and other stakeholders to brainstorm ways of addressing traffic infiltration concerns on residential streets in Oriole Park as a result of the ongoing Eglinton Crosstown LRT construction. After extensive research and empirical analysis undertaken by the OPA in conjunction with residents of Imperial Street, the street was identified as one of the very few streets with no turn restrictions from/to Oriole Parkway, and therefore had a disproportionately high amount of cut-through traffic plying the street even outside of rush-hour times. My office facilitated a meeting late last year with Traffic Operations staff, and the OPA to assess the proposal and the empirical analysis that was presented by the OPA. At that meeting, staff agreed with the OPA's findings, pending an analysis of counts the former had ordered in order to provide an expert opinion. We were expecting staff's expert opinion earlier this month; however, unexpectedly, staff advised of a technological glitch at the data collection agency contracted to provide the analysis that led to the counts being lost, thereby delaying the analysis indefinitely. Without any timeline for when the counts and the analysis will be completed, my office had further consultations with staff, and we are proceeding to implement the restrictions on a pilot basis, pending the completion of the said counts and subsequent analysis. Finally, my office has confirmed with staff that residents and other motorists (who need to access Imperial) have multiple alternatives of doing so should the changes be implemented. For instance, for the northbound right turn prohibition, motorists can turn right on Chaplin Crescent (which is an arterial road and has traffic lights, turning lanes and even advanced signals, all designed to facilitate the movement of traffic) and turn northbound on Lascelles Boulevard to get onto Imperial Street. For the westbound left turns, motorists can connect onto Lascelles Boulevard from Imperial and go southbound onto Chaplin Crescent, and head west towards Oriole Parkway.
Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit northbound right turns at all times at Oriole Parkway and Imperial Street (bicycles excepted). 2. City Council prohibit westbound left turns at all times at Imperial Street and Oriole Parkway (bicycles excepted).
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Matlow recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit northbound right turns at all times at Oriole Parkway and Imperial Street (bicycles excepted). 2. City Council prohibit westbound left turns at all times at Imperial Street and Oriole Parkway (bicycles excepted).
TE31.82adopted
I am writing to request your support in authorizing the installation of speed humps on Gormley Ave, between Oriole Parkway and Lascelles Boulevard, to enhance safety on the street. A preponderance of residents on Gormley Ave petitioned my office for speed humps, as a way of mitigating reckless speeding and irresponsible driver behaviour on their street. A lot of residents have personally recounted "close shaves" with their kids as a result of reckless speeding on Gormley. In addition, adjacent streets to Gormley have speed humps. As such, drivers tend to avoid those streets and instead use Gormley and that comes with the attendant safety hazards. Traffic Operations staff conducted a traffic study, with all the warrants being met except two. My office has had further consultations with staff, and in view of the urgent safety issues here and the consensus on the street, we have decided to proceed with installation.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Waived the polling requirement under the City's Traffic Calming Policy and authorized the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Gormley Avenue, between Oriole Parkway and Lascelles Boulevard. 2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Gormley Avenue, between Oriole Parkway and Lascelles Boulevard, to install three speed humps, generally as shown on the copy of 'Drawing No. 421G-3989' dated January 2022 from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Matlow recommends the the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Waive the polling requirement under the City's Traffic Calming Policy and authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Gormley Avenue, between Oriole Parkway and Lascelles Boulevard. 2. Direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Gormley Avenue, between Oriole Parkway and Lascelles Boulevard, to install three speed humps, generally as shown on the copy of 'Drawing No. 421G-3989' dated January 2022 from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
TE31.83adopted
I am writing to request your support in installing stop controls at two "Y-like" intersections at Old Forest Hill Road and Russell Hill Road to enhance traffic safety. The first, at the north intersection of Old Forest Hill Road and Russell Hill Road, is a short road along Old Forest Hill Road that runs east/west and links Old Forest Hill Road and Russell Hill Road. This is controlled by all-way stops. However, the eastbound has a stop sign, but the westbound is uncontrolled. This situation gives right of way to both traffic travelling north on Old Forest Hill Road, and those seeking to join Forest Hill Road from Russell Hill Road in the westbound direction, which can result in collisions. A similar situation exists just south of the intersection (controlled by all-way stops), except this stretch (Russell Hill Road) is much shorter and is uncontrolled in both directions. Traffic Operations staff identified these unsafe intersections and brought to the attention of my office for the necessary safety measures to be implemented.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized a compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Old Forest Hill Road (east-west leg) at Old Forest Hill Road. 2. Authorized a compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Russell Hill Road (east-west leg) at Russell Hill Road. 3. Authorized a compulsory stop control for eastbound traffic on Russell Hill Road (east-west leg) at Old Forest Hill Road.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Matlow recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorize a compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Old Forest Hill Road (east-west leg) at Old Forest Hill Road. 2. Authorize a compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Russell Hill Road (east-west leg) at Russell Hill Road. 3. Authorize a compulsory stop control for eastbound traffic on Russell Hill Road (east-west leg) at Old Forest Hill Road.
TE31.84adopted
Prohibit Stopping on the west side of Redpath Avenue, immediately south of Eglinton Avenue East
I am writing to request your support in prohibiting stopping on the west side of Redpath Ave immediately south of Eglinton Ave East, directly abutting the driveway (located on the east side) of the condo at 123 Eglinton Ave East. The Condo Board and area residents contacted my office to request this prohibition because the current "No Standing" signs are difficult to enforce as there have been several occasions where commercial vehicles and trucks stop to load and unload, creating absolute gridlock on Redpath Ave. This situation also creates sightline issues for residents exiting the driveway.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Amended the existing standing prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Redpath Avenue, between Soudan Avenue and Eglinton Avenue East, to be in effect between Soudan Avenue and a point 39 metres south of Eglinton Avenue East. 2. Prohibited stopping at all times on the west side of Redpath Avenue, between a point 39 metres south of Eglinton Avenue East and Eglinton Avenue East.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Matlow recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Amend the existing standing prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Redpath Avenue, between Soudan Avenue and Eglinton Avenue East, to be in effect between Soudan Avenue and a point 39 metres south of Eglinton Avenue East. 2. Prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Redpath Avenue, between a point 39 metres south of Eglinton Avenue East and Eglinton Avenue East.
TE31.85adopted
Updating Signage to Ensure Pedestrian and Public Safety on Reverend Porter Lane
Reverend Porter lane is a one way northbound lane, from Carleton Street to Wood Street. Pedestrians using the sidewalk along Wood Street are constantly at risk of being hit by a vehicle exiting Reverend Porter Lane due to a lack of safety features for both motorists and pedestrians at the mouth of the lane's exit on Wood Street. My office has consulted with Transportation Staff about the feasibility of adding new road safety features. The installation of these mechanisms will improve pedestrian safety along this stretch of Wood Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of speed bumps in Reverend Porter Lane, between Carlton Street and Wood Street, at the locations shown on Drawing 421G-3987, dated January 2022, from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District. 2. Authorized a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Reverend Porter Lane at Wood Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the installation of speed bumps in Reverend Porter Lane, between Carlton Street and Wood Street, at the locations shown on Drawing 421G-3987, dated January 2022, from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Reverend Porter Lane at Wood Street.
TE31.86amended
Response to TE30.39 - 49 Felstead Avenue - Zoning Matter
This report responds to the Toronto and East York Community Council's request to report back on the current zoning status of 49 Felstead Avenue, including what actions have been taken by the City between 2018 and 2021 to ensure compliance with zoning bylaws, and what further action the city can take to bring any non-compliant zoning elements into compliance.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Requested Legal staff to report back to the April 21, 2022 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Councilon options to bring any non-compliant zoning elements into compliance .
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Investigation Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council receive this report for information.
TE31.87adopted
No Parking Signs - 1116 Greenwood Avenue
Greenwood Avenue is a busy residential street that experiences a high volume of traffic exiting the Don Valley parkway at Don Mills. In late 2021, it was brought to my attention that vehicles frequently park in front of the driveway at 1116 Greenwood Avenue. This letter includes a recommendation to install signage that will clearly emphasize that vehicles cannot park blocking this driveway.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibited parking at all times on the west side of Greenwood Avenue, between a point 82.5 metres north of Cosburn Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further north.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Fletcher recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Greenwood Avenue, between a point 82.5 metres north of Cosburn Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further north.
TE31.88amended
Recipient of the 2022 Agnes Macphail Award
The Agnes Macphail Award was established by the Borough of East York to annually recognize and outstanding volunteer who upheld the values and causes of Agnes Macphail and who live within the boundaries of the former borough. The Agnes Macphail Recognition Committee met, as established in the Toronto City Council approved selection process, on Monday, February 7, 2022 to review the nominations received and to select this year's award recipient. The Committee unanimously selected Kam Babulal as their 2022 Agnes Macphail Award recipient.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve Kam Babulal as the 2022 Agnes Macphail Award and thank the Agnes Macphail Committee on its ongoing work to select recipients of this prestigious East York legacy award.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve Kam Babulal as the 2022 Agnes Macphail Award recipient.
TE31.89adopted
TTC Exemption to Turn Prohibition - Kingston Road and Glen Manor Drive
TTC's 404 East York Community Bus, runs from the area of Kingston Road and Main Street to Coxwell Station. Along its route, it serves a variety of popular destinations within the neighbourhood. As a result of a recent route change, TTC is requesting an exemption from a turn prohibition on Kingston road at Glen Manor Drive. This westbound left-turn prohibition is in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, for vehicles on Kingston Road. Transportation Services staff determined that this exemption has minimal impact on traffic operations on Kingston Road and Glen Manor Drive and has no objections to the proposed change.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the westbound left-turn prohibition on Kingston Road and Glen Manor Drive, in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, to be in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, except Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) vehicles.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bradford recommends that: 1. City Council amend the westbound left-turn prohibition on Kingston Road and Glen Manor Drive, in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, to be in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday , except TTC vehicles.
TE31.90adopted
Authorize the Installation of an All-Way Stop Control at Chaplin Crescent and Russell Hill Road
I am writing to request your support in authorizing the installation of an all-way stop control at Chaplin Crescent and Russell Hill Road. Residents of both streets presented a petition to my office to implement the changes in order to enhance safety for both motorists and pedestrians. Residents reported that the status-quo is extremely dangerous when making left turns off Russell Hill Road onto Chaplin Crescent as they have to edge through cars at rush hour while trying not to get hit by eastbound traffic. The situation is equally dangerous for the pedestrians walking along Chaplin Crescent as cars travelling north on Chaplin Crescent are not required to stop and assess pedestrian movements before turning. Upon receipt of the petition, my office consulted with Traffic Operations staff, who advised that there is already a temporary by-law in place, which was at the request of Metrolinx, to facilitate their construction activities. The all-way stop control was never installed, but both my office and Traffic Operations staff have been given the all-clear by the Transit Work Zone co-ordinators to proceed with this change on a permanent basis.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize all-way stop control at the intersection of Chaplin Crescent and Russell Hill Road. 2. Subject to the approval of Recommendation 1 above, City Council authorize removal of the existing pedestrian crossover on Chaplin Crescent at a point approximately 22.9 metres south of Russell Hill Road.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Matlow recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorize all-way stop control at the intersection of Chaplin Crescent and Russell Hill Road. 2. Subject to the approval of Part 1 above, authorize removal of the existing pedestrian crossover on Chaplin Crescent at a point approximately 22.9 metres south of Russell Hill Road.
TE31.91adopted
Improving the Public Realm and Road Safety on Richmond Street and Adelaide Street
In light of the horrific vehicle collision on Richmond Street in December 2021, where a private passenger car "torpedoed" onto the sidewalk that killed one person and injured seven others, it is urgent that Adelaide Street and Richmond Street be re-examined with a Vision Zero lens. A recent study from Hamilton found that the injury rate among children was 2.5 times higher on one-way streets. Adelaide Street and Richmond Street were converted to one-way streets in 1958. It's been 64 years since the conversion to one-way operations and given the growth of the downtown and fine-grain street-level urban changes, it would serve our City well to study the safe use of the streets in the 21st century. Many rapid changes are coming downtown from the Ontario Line to several new high-density residential and commercial developments. Downtown Toronto has seen population growth 15% and greater over the last four years. This population growth trend is not expected to ease up and our focus must be on moving more people safely and efficiently on our streets, and supporting the local economy, not simply the movement of private vehicles. We are requesting Transportation Services review the safe operation of Richmond Street and Adelaide Street with a Vision Zero lens, in close consultation with affected Business Improvement Areas, residents' groups, and major institutions, including but not limited to potential improvements such as enhanced public realm, expanded CafeTO patios, reduced curb radii, cycling and pedestrian upgrades, dedicated space for curbside activities, and two-way traffic.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with local Ward Councillors, to engage with downtown stakeholders on a Vision Zero review of Richmond Street and Adelaide Street, and to consider potential improvements such as enhanced public realm, expanded CafeTO patios, reduced curb radii, cycling and pedestrian upgrades, dedicated space for curbside activities, and two-way traffic, and to report back in the first quarter of 2023.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam and Councillor Cressy recommend that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Request the General Manager Transportation Services, in consultation with local Ward Councillors, to engage with downtown stakeholders on a Vision Zero review of Richmond Street and Adelaide Street, and to consider potential improvements such as enhanced public realm, expanded CafeTO patios, reduced curb radii, cycling and pedestrian upgrades, dedicated space for curbside activities, and two-way traffic, and to report back in the First Quarter of 2023.
TE31.92adopted
Road Alteration at 154-158 Front Street East
The site plan for 154-158 Front Street East was approved in 2012. Since then, City Council has approved the Improvements to Pedestrian Boulevards of Front Street East and the St. Lawrence Public Realm Master Plan . 158 Front Street East has begun construction and there is an opportunity to implement a small but significant increase in public and pedestrian space through a road alteration which would accommodate a boulevard widening along the extent of the site along Front Street East, between Frederick Street and Sherbourne Street. While the site plan has already been approved, the developer, Cityzen, is willing to include this in their scope of work so long as it does not significantly delay their timeline. The St. Lawrence BIA has led the way on this initiative by providing drawings, speaking with staff and working with the developer to ensure the community benefits from the proposed road alteration. Costs will be fronted by the St. Lawrence BIA, and later reimbursed through Ward 13 s.37 funds. Given the unique circumstances, I am requesting that staff review the revised drawings to allow for the road alteration, which is consistent with the recent changes to the Front Street East corridor, the King-Parliament Master Plan and the BIA Public Realm Master Plan.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services, the Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, the General Manager, Toronto Water, the General Manager of Urban Forestry, and any other impacted City division to review the revised drawings showing the proposed road alteration for the site at 154-158 Front Street East. 2. Authorized the proposed road alteration on the north side of Front Street East between Frederick Street and Sherbourne Street, pending review and acceptance by City staff and the feasibility of implementing the road alteration design. 3. Authorized a temporary lane closure along the north side of Front Street East between Frederick Street and Sherbourne Street, for up to 45 days to construct the proposed road alteration.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, the Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services, the General Manager of Toronto Water, the General Manager of Urban Forestry, and any other impacted City division to review the revised drawings showing the proposed road alteration for the site at 154-158 Front Street East. 2. Authorize the proposed road alteration on the north side of Front Street East between Frederick Street and Sherbourne Street, pending review and acceptance by City staff and the feasibility of implementing the road alteration design. 3. Authorize a temporary lane closure along the north side of Front Street East between Frederick Street and Sherbourne Street, for up to 45 days to construct the proposed road alteration.
TE31.93withdrawn
Construction Management Working Groups in Toronto Centre Starting with the West Don Lands
Toronto Centre is one of the busiest and most development-heavy wards in the city and province. The West Don Lands neighbourhood in particular is experiencing a surge in development applications. Many have been filed ahead of the Inclusionary Zoning by-law coming into effect. Along with community members, I am concerned that City Planning is not resourced properly and is already too back-logged with applications to handle the application surge. Some of the developments include the new hotel at Mill and Trinity, three large developments on the Triangle Lands, the Dream and Great Gulf developments to the South, the Transit-Oriented Community at First Parliament, and the three Ontario Line stations in Toronto Centre. The adverse impacts of having blocks upon blocks of downtown Toronto turn into massive, multi-year construction sites is harming the health and well-being of residents; and creating financial hardships and a disruptive environment for business owners. The proliferation of road occupancy permits issued by Transportation Services have created significant traffic gridlock in development heavy neighbourhoods. This is further compounded by inaccessible and unsafe conditions whereby sidewalks and cycling lanes simply 'disappear' and are replaced by idling and parked construction vehicles and unsightly construction hoarding. This will only worsen with the onslaught of the Ontario Line construction, which will largely turn the downtown into one major construction site. Public safety for vulnerable road users must be prioritized and properly considered when evaluating multi-location development and construction sites. City Planning and Transportation Services have a responsibility to improve technical coordination and road closures of new development to avoid overwhelming a neighbourhood with years of harmful construction impacts and road disruptions.
The Item was withdrawn from the agenda.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Direct the General Manager of Transportation Services to report back as soon as possible on the creation of a comprehensive strategy to urgently coordinate the construction management and road occupancy of development sites in Toronto Centre starting from the West Don Lands to ensure pedestrian and cycling safety remains a priority and Vision Zero principles are achieved. 2. Direct General Manager of Transportation Services and Chief Planner and Executive Director City Planning to convene and lead construction management working groups with local community stakeholders and developers, where three or more developments are under construction simultaneously within 200m radius clusters, that meets quarterly to coordinate construction and address safety, health, and noise concerns.
TE31.94adopted
Making Main Street Safer - Speed Limit Reduction and Road Reclassification
Over recent years, residents on Main Street north of Danforth Avenue have been in frequent contact with my office about increasing issues with speeding and dangerous driving. Main Street north of Doncaster Avenue has a residential feel and the road conditions change dramatically north of the intersection as the roadway looks, feels and functions as a residential street. As such, this stretch of Main Street would be better classified as a residential street. Dozens of residents have submitted a petition asking for new road safety measures like speed humps to be added to the street. Because Main Street is classified as a Minor Arterial road in this section, the City's policies do not currently allow for measures like speed humps to be implemented directly. I am requesting your support to introduce road safety measures in line with those that would be provided on any other residential street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Reduced the speed limit on Main Street from Danforth Avenue to Hamstead Avenue from 40 kilometres per hour to 30 kilometres per hour. 2. Requested the Director, Traffic Manager, Transportation Services to exempt Main Street from Doncaster Avenue to Hamstead Avenue from any applicable policies limiting the installation of speed humps on a Minor Arterial road and complete the necessary studies and reviews to install speed humps on this section of the road, and to report back to Toronto and East York Community Council by the second quarter of 2022. 3. Requested the Director, Traffic Manager, Transportation Services to reclassify Main Street from Doncaster Avenue to Hamstead Avenue as a Collector road at the next available opportunity when the City's road classification system is updated as has been done through previous Council decisions (PW19.6 in 2012 and PW28.7 in 2018). 4. Requested the Director, Traffic Manager, Transportation Services to initiate the polling process for dual-sided permit parking on Main Street from Doncaster Avenue to Hamstead Avenue after the reclassification in Recommendation 3 above is enacted.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bradford recommends that: 1. City Council reduce the speed limit on Main Street from Danforth Avenue to Hamstead Avenue from 40 kilometres per hour to 30 kilometres per hour. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to exempt Main Street from Doncaster Avenue to Hamstead Avenue from any applicable policies limiting the installation of speed humps on a Minor Arterial road and complete the necessary studies and reviews to install speed humps on this section of the road, and report back to Toronto and East York Community Council by the second quarter of 2022. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to reclassify Main Street from Doncaster Avenue to Hamstead Avenue as a Collector road at the next available opportunity when the City's road classification system is updated as has been done through previous Council decisions (PW19.6 in 2012 and PW28.7 in 2018). 4. Toronto and East York Community Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to initiate the polling process for dual-sided permit parking on Main Street from Doncaster Avenue to Hamstead Avenue after the reclassification in Recommendation 3 is enacted.
TE31.95adopted
Road Safety Improvements around Secord Elementary School
Residents have reached out to my office with concerns about road safety and speeding in the vicinity of Secord Elementary School, which is situated in a neighbourhood home to many students and families. This lively area is home to a TTC station, community centre, and a growing number of residents, making it a priority area for increased active transportation options and road safety enhancements. I have worked with the local community to develop a number of measures to enhance safety and connectivity in the area. To keep making our community safer for all, I recommend both the installation of new measures as well as the exploration of additional ways to improve road safety for the community.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized all-way stop controls at the intersections of Lumsden Avenue and Chisholm Avenue. 2. Authorized a three-way stop control at the intersections of Secord Avenue and Eastdale Avenue. 3. Authorized a three-way stop control at the intersection of Palmer Avenue and Dentonia Park Avenue. 4. Authorized a three-way stop control at the intersection of Dentonia Park Avenue and Maryland Boulevard. 5. Authorized a three-way stop control at the intersection of Avonlea Boulevard and Dentonia Park Avenue by adding a stop sign at the south-west corner of the intersection. 6. Authorized a three-way stop control at the intersection of Dentonia Park Avenue and Sibley Avenue. 7. Authorized an all-way stop control at the intersection of Dentonia Park Avenue and Thyra Avenue. 8. Authorized all-way stop controls at the intersections of Lumsden Avenue and Chisholm Avenue. 9. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate adding traffic signals at the intersection of Barrington Avenue and Doncaster Avenue to improve safety for children crossing to access the entrance of Secord Elementary School. 10. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to introduce additional 'zebra' road markings to improve pedestrian visibility at the intersections of: a. Barrington Avenue and Lumsden Avenue; b. Barrington Avenue and Secord Avenue; c. Secord Avenue and Palmer Avenue; d. Secord Avenue and Newman Avenue; e. Secord Avenue and Eastdale Avenue; f. Eastdale Avenue and Goodwood Park Crescent; g. Goodwood Park Crescent and Dawes Road; 11. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to improve the visibility of stop signs and markings on Goodwood Park Crescent at Dawes Road. 12. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities to introduce a sidewalk on Maryland Boulevard. 13. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities to widen the sidewalk along Lumsden Avenue. 14. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities for a PXO across Main Street at the laneway north of the Main Street TTC station. 15. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities for a contraflow bike lane on Barrington Avenue to create a safe cycling connection for children cycling to Secord Elementary School and avoid conflicts related to bus and streetcar movements on Main Street at Main Street TTC Station. 16. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to review the parking regulations in proximity to the intersection of Palmer Avenue and Dentonia Park Avenue to address any potential sight-line issues for pedestrians crossing Palmer Avenue. 17. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities for a PXO on Dawes Road at Coleman Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bradford recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorize all-way stop controls at the intersections of Lumsden Avenue and Chisholm Avenue. 2. Authorize a three-way stop control at the intersections of Secord Avenue and Eastdale Avenue. 3. Authorize a three-way stop control at the intersection of Palmer Avenue and Dentonia Park Avenue. 4. Authorize a three-way stop control at the intersection of Dentonia Park Avenue and Maryland Boulevard. 5. Authorize a three-way stop control at the intersection of Avonlea Boulevard and Dentonia Park Avenue by adding a stop sign at the south-west corner of the intersection. 6. Authorize a three-way stop control at the intersection of Dentonia Park Avenue and Sibley Avenue. 7. Authorize an all-way stop control at the intersection of Dentonia Park Avenue and Thyra Avenue. 8. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize all-way stop controls at the intersections of Lumsden Avenue and Chisholm Avenue. 9. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate adding traffic signals at the intersection of Barrington Avenue and Doncaster Avenue to improve safety for children crossing to access the entrance of Secord Elementary School. 10. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services to introduce additional 'zebra' road markings to improve pedestrian visibility at the intersections of: a. Barrington Avenue and Lumsden Avenue; b. Barrington Avenue and Secord Avenue; c. Secord Avenue and Palmer Avenue; d. Secord Avenue and Newman Avenue; e. Secord Avenue and Eastdale Avenue; f. Eastdale Avenue and Goodwood Park Crescent; g. Goodwood Park Crescent and Dawes Road; 11. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services to improve the visibility of stop signs and markings on Goodwood Park Crescent at Dawes Road. 12. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities to introduce a sidewalk on Maryland Boulevard. 13. Toronto and East York Community Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities to widen the sidewalk along Lumsden Avenue. 14. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities for a PXO across Main Street at the laneway north of the Main Street TTC station. 15. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities for a contraflow bike lane on Barrington Avenue to create a safe cycling connection for children cycling to Secord Elementary School and avoid conflicts related to bus and streetcar movements on Main Street at Main Street TTC Station. 16. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services to review the parking regulations in proximity to the intersection of Palmer Avenue and Dentonia Park Avenue to address any potential sight-line issues for pedestrians crossing Palmer Avenue. 17. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services to investigate opportunities for a PXO on Dawes Road at Coleman Avenue.
TE31.96adopted
Speed Bump Installation on Cosmos Nature Lane
In February 2021, residents reached out to my office with an urgent concern about speeding on the north-south segment of Cosmo Nature Lane near Susan Tibaldi Parkette. In November of last year, residents requested via petition that traffic calming measures (speed bumps) be installed as a method of addressing these concerns. Of the residents that responded, there was unanimous support for making this change. I am requesting that speed bumps be installed on Cosmos Nature Lane.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of speed bumps in Cosmos Nature Lane, bounded by Bloor Street West, Margueretta Street, Wallace Avenue and Brock Avenue, as shown on Drawing 421G-3992, dated February 2022, from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bailão recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the installation of speed bumps in Cosmos Nature Lane, bounded by Bloor Street West, Margueretta Street, Wallace Avenue and Brock Avenue, as shown on Drawing 421G-3992, dated February 2022, from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
TE31.97adopted
Speed Hump Installation on Stonehouse Crescent
In September 2020, residents reached out to my office with an urgent concern about speeding along their street and requested via an online survey that traffic calming measures (speed humps) be installed as a method of addressing these concerns. Of those that responded, a strong majority were in support of making this change. I am requesting that speed humps be installed on Stonehouse Crescent Avenue from Dufferin Street to Gladstone Avenue.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Waived the polling requirement under the City's Traffic Calming Policy and authorized the installation of traffic calming (speed hump) on Stonehouse Crescent, between Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue. 2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter a section of the roadway on Stonehouse Crescent, between Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue, to install one speed hump, generally as shown on the copy of 'Drawing No. 421G-3991' dated February 2022 from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bailão recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Waive the polling requirement under the City's Traffic Calming Policy and authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed hump) on Stonehouse Crescent, between Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue. 2. Direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter a section of the roadway on Stonehouse Crescent, between Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue, to install one speed hump, generally as shown on the copy of 'Drawing No. 421G-3991' dated February 2022 from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
TE31.98adopted
Pedestrian Safety - Donlands Avenue and Strathmore Boulevard
A dangerous pedestrian safety issue has developed at Donlands Avenue and Strathmore Boulevard which is next to both Wilkinson Junior Public School and the TTC Second Exit and Easier Access Construction Project at Donlands Subway Station. Residents have noted many TTC buses and construction vehicles mounting the sidewalk directly adjacent to the school on Strathmore Boulevard. Out of concern for pedestrian safety they have contacted me and the TTC about this on January 25th. The TTC advised over the last 2 weeks they had taken steps to address the matter. Transportation Services put in pylons at the location to discourage vehicles going on onto the sidewalk. Alas, the problem persists. On the Morning of February 14th, two TTC buses were parked on the sidewalk at that location - please see Attachment 1 and 2. It would seem more stringent measures need to be taken to rectify the problem.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to immediately review, in consultation with the CEO, TTC and the local Councillor, the pedestrian safety issues at Donlands Avenue and Strathmore Boulevard and if the problem cannot be rectified by noon on February 18, 2022, request the TTC to pay for Traffic Wardens to be assigned to the location; should the request not be granted, to report back to the April 21, 2022 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council with recommendations to revoke any standing zone and related permissions for TTC vehicles in the area. 2. Requested the General Manager to review how and why the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and other vehicles were parking on and mounting the sidewalk at the north east corner of Donlands Avenue and Strathmore Boulevard and report to the April 21, 2022 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council on what might be done to prevent this occurring again at that location or elsewhere.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Fletcher recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Request the General Manager, Transportation Services to immediately review, in consultation with the CEO, TTC and the local Councillor, the pedestrian safety issues at Donlands Avenue and Strathmore Boulevard and if the problem cannot be rectified by noon on February 18, 2022, request the TTC to pay for Traffic Wardens to be assigned to the location; should the request not be granted, to report back to the April 21, 2022 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council with recommendations to revoke any standing zone and related permissions for TTC vehicles in the area. 2. Request General Manager to review how and why TTC and other vehicles were parking on and mounting the sidewalk at the north east corner of Donlands Avenue and Strathmore Boulevard and to report to the April 21, 2022 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council on what might be done to prevent this occurring again at that location or elsewhere.
TE31.99adopted
Introduction and consideration of Bills for enactment of By-laws.
General Bill Toronto and East York Community Council enacted By-laws 106-2022 to 119-2022. Confirmatory Bill Toronto and East York Community Council passed a Confirmatory Bill as By-law 120-2022.