Toronto and East York Community Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 89 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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TE8.51adopted
Traffic Control Signals - Spadina Road and Macpherson Avenue
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on both Spadina Road and Macpherson Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting approval from City Council to install traffic control signals at the intersection of Spadina Road and Macpherson Avenue. This installation is justified based on the technical requirements and will provide improved safety for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists at this intersection.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Spadina Road and Macpherson Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Spadina Road and Macpherson Avenue.
TE8.52amended
All-way Stop Control - Poplar Plains Road and Poplar Plains Crescent
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City Policy or by-laws. Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for all-way stop control at the intersection of Poplar Plains Road and Poplar Plains Crescent, to address concerns regarding safety of pedestrians using this intersection. Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the all-way stop warrant has not been satisfied at this intersection. Therefore, all-way stop control is not recommended.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of all-way stop control at the intersection of Poplar Plains Road and Poplar Plains Crescent.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council not authorize the installation of all-way stop control at the intersection of Poplar Plains Road and Poplar Plains Crescent.
TE8.53amended
All-way Stop Control - Mutual Street and Wood Street
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City Policy or by-laws. Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for all-way stop control at the intersection of Mutual Street and Wood Street, to address residents' safety concerns. Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the all-way stop warrant has not been satisfied at this intersection. Therefore, all-way stop control should not be installed at the intersection of Mutual Street and Wood Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized and requesed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services to install an all-way stop control at the intersection of Mutual Street and Wood Street as soon as possible to enhance protections for vulnerable road users, especially school children, as part of Vision Zero.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council not authorize the installation of all-way stop control at the intersection of Mutual Street and Wood Street.
TE8.54amended
Traffic Calming - Speed Humps - Gladstone Avenue
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City Policy or by-laws. Transportation Services staff reviewed the need for traffic calming, specifically the installation of speed humps, on Gladstone Avenue, between Dundas Street West and Peel Avenue, to address residents' concerns regarding vehicle speeds. Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied on one segment of this roadway, but not satisfied on the other two segments. Therefore, residents should be polled to determine community support for traffic calming on Gladstone Avenue, between Cross Street and Waterloo Avenue. Traffic calming should not be installed on the rest of the subject roadway.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to request the City Clerk to poll eligible householders on Gladstone Avenue, between Cross Street and Waterloo Avenue, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: a. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Gladstone Avenue, between Cross Street and Waterloo Avenue; and b. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Gladstone Avenue, between Cross Street and Waterloo Avenue, for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Drawing 421G-3495, dated August 2019, attached to the report (August 27, 2019) from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to request the City Clerk to poll eligible householders on Gladstone Avenue, between Cross Street and Waterloo Avenue, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: a. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Gladstone Avenue, between Cross Street and Waterloo Avenue; and b. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Gladstone Avenue, between Cross Street and Waterloo Avenue, for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Drawing 421G-3495, dated August 2019, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming - Speed Humps - Gladstone Avenue" from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services. OR 3. Toronto and East York Community Council not authorize the installation of traffic calming - speed humps - on Gladstone Avenue, between Dundas Street West and Cross Street. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council not authorize the installation of traffic calming - speed humps - on Gladstone Avenue, between Waterloo Avenue and Peel Avenue.
TE8.55amended
Traffic Calming - Speed Humps - Lonsdale Road
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City Policy or by-laws. Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for traffic calming, specifically the installation of speed humps, on Lonsdale Road, between Spadina Road and Russell Hill Road, to address residents' concerns regarding vehicle speeds. Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has not been satisfied. Therefore, traffic calming should not be installed on the subject section of Lonsdale Road.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, to request the City Clerk to poll eligible householders on Lonsdale Road, between Spadina Road and Russell Hill Road, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: a. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway on Lonsdale Road, between Spadina Road and Russell Hill Road, for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on the copy of Drawing 421G-3498, dated August 2019, attached to the report (August 27, 2019) from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services; and b. Reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Lonsdale Road, between Spadina Road and Russell Hill Road.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council not authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Lonsdale Road, between Spadina Road and Russell Hill Road.
TE8.56amended
Traffic Calming - Speed Humps - Treadway Boulevard
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City Policy or by-laws. Transportation Services staff reviewed the need for traffic calming, specifically the installation of speed humps, on Treadway Boulevard, between O'Connor Drive and Plains Road, to address residents' concerns regarding vehicle speeds. Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has not been satisfied. Therefore, traffic calming should not be installed on the subject section of Treadway Boulevard.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, request the City Clerk to poll eligible householders on Treadway Boulevard between Plains Road and O'Connor Drive, to determine whether residents support the installation of traffic calming, in accordance with the City of Toronto Traffic Calming Policy. 2. Subject to favourable results of the poll: a. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Treadway Boulevard, between Plains Road and O'Connor Drive; and b. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway on Treadway Boulevard, between Plains Road and O'Connor Drive, for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on the copy of 'Drawing 421G-3487, dated July 2019', attached to the report (August 27, 2019) from the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council not authorize the installation of traffic calming - speed humps - on Treadway Boulevard, between O'Connor Drive and Plains Road.
TE8.57adopted
Nominations for Appointment to the Board of Management of the Ralph Thornton Community Centre
At its June 12, 2019 AGM, the Ralph Thornton Community Centre (RTCC) held elections to fill eight positions on its Board of Management. Eight individuals were nominated by the members to fill those vacancies. The following member retired from the Board upon the expiry of their two-year terms on June 12, 2019: Yang Han The following members retired from the Board during their two year appointment expiring in June 2020: Bernnitta Hawkins Daniella Moss The following members were nominated by the members at the June 12, 2019 Annual General Meeting to fill two-year terms effective June 2019: Ryan Acayan John Bradford Christine Chen Caleb Edwards Alan Lennon Julia Peters The above-noted terms will expire in 2021. The following member was nominated by the members at the June 12 2019 Annual General Meeting to fill a one-year term effective June 2019: Sharon Ho Ed Nagy The above-noted term will expire in 2020. The Board of Management of Ralph Thornton Community Centre hereby recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council appoint, at pleasure of Council, the above-noted members for the terms of office ending on the dates indicated, and until successors are appointed. The nomination and appointment of these individuals complies with the City of Toronto's Public Appointments Policy and the relevant provisions of the Relationship Framework for Board-Operated Community Centres, as well as the Ralph Thornton Community Centre's Constitution and By-laws. Nominees whose terms will expire at the June 2020 Annual General Meeting will be welcomed to stand for re-election at the Annual General Meeting along with any other qualified candidates. A chart highlighting current and proposed appointments to the Ralph Thornton Community Centre's Board of Management is provided at the end of this communication for your information and assistance. Background The Ralph Thornton Community Centre Board of Management began searches for suitable candidates to fill normal rotation vacancies in February 2019 (prior to the June 2019 Annual General Meeting). Notices inviting qualified applicants were sent to all current Ralph Thornton Community Centre members, subscribers, partner/stakeholder agencies and organizations, user groups, and local political representatives. The pre-Annual General Meeting process included postings in local newsletters. Additionally, notices were posted on the Ralph Thornton Community Centre's web and social media sites, and in all public areas of the Ralph Thornton Community Centre and the local library branch (which is located in the Ralph Thornton Community Centre). This opportunity was also posted on the City of Toronto's Appointments website. Existing board members were also encouraged to distribute the invitation via their personal networks. Applications were received and reviewed by the Board's Nominating Committee and interviews were held to identify qualified individuals with a range of experiences and interests relevant to the Ralph Thornton Community Centre's mandate and good governance practices. Appointments to the Ralph Thornton Community Centre Board of Management are a matter for which the Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision, provided that the recommendations do not vary from the Public Appointments Policy. The nominees are qualified to serve on the Board of Management pursuant to the relevant provisions of the City of Toronto By-law (Chapter 25 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code), the Relationship Framework for Board-Operated Community Centres, the Public Appointments Policy, and the Ralph Thornton Community Centre's Constitution and Procedure By-Law. The nominees are all Ralph Thornton Community Centre members who are over 18 years of age and all but two live in the Ralph Thornton Community Centre catchment area. As required, the majority of Board members live in the catchment area. None of the nominees are employees of the City of Toronto or of any of its agencies, boards, commissions, or corporations, nor are they serving on another City agency, board, commission, or corporation. On behalf of the Board of Management, I respectfully request the City take the necessary steps to implement the above requested appointments at its earliest opportunity.
The Toronto and East York Community Council appointed, at pleasure of Council, the following nominees to the Board of Management: 1. Two-year terms, effective June 2019: Ryan Acayan John Bradford Christine Chen Caleb Edwards Alan Lennon Julia Peters The above-noted terms will expire in 2021. 2. One-year term, effective June 2019: Sharon Ho Ed Nagy The above-noted term will expire in 2020.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Board of Management of the Ralph Thornton Community Centre recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council appoint, at pleasure of Council, the following nominees to the Board of Management: Two-year terms, effective June 2019: Ryan Acayan John Bradford Christine Chen Caleb Edwards Alan Lennon Julia Peters The above-noted terms will expire in 2021. One-year term, effective June 2019: Sharon Ho Ed Nagy The above-noted term will expire in 2020.
TE8.58adopted
Appointment of Public Member to the Moss Park Arena Board
At its meeting on December 4, 5, and 13, 2018, City Council amended the Public Appointments process to authorize the City Clerk to shortlist, interview and recommend candidates to Community Councils for appointment to the Moss Park Arena Board.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Appointed Jordan Hill to the Moss Park Arena Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on September 16, 2023, and until a successor is appointed.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council appoint Jordan Hill to the Moss Park Arena Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on September 16, 2023, and until a successor is appointed.
TE8.59adopted
This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. To report on the refusal to issue a permit by Municipal Licensing and Standards in the matter of an application for a boulevard cafe located at 1638 Bloor Street West, Unit 2, Indian Road flankage.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Denied the application for the proposed boulevard cafe located at 1638 Bloor Street West, Unit 2, Indian Road flankage.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Business Licensing and Regulatory Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that: 1. The application for the proposed boulevard cafe located at 1638 Bloor Street West, Unit 2, Indian Road flankage be denied.
TE8.60amended
Refusal of a Boulevard Café Permit Application Located at 798 Bloor Street West
This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. To report on the refusal to issue a permit by Municipal Licensing and Standards in the matter of an application for a boulevard café permit located at 798 Bloor Street West.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approved the application for the proposed boulevard café located at 798 Bloor Street West, with the following conditions: a. The patio will cease operations and be cleared out no later than 11:00 p.m. b. 1 metre radius clearance to be maintained around the utility pole at all times c. Existing trees are to be maintained d. Signage will be posted in a prominent location to remind people to be considerate of the surrounding community e. A telephone number will be provided for neighbours to register concerns or complaints directly with restaurant management f. There will be no outdoor music or amplified sound on the patio, and doors and windows to the establishment will not be left open or propped open while there is music or amplified sound in the interior g. Municipal Licensing and Standards to review in 1 year and report to the Ward Councillor's office on any complaints received.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director of Business Licensing and Regulatory Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that: 1. The application for the proposed boulevard café located at 798 Bloor Street West be denied.
TE8.61deferred indefinitely
Traffic Control Signals - Bay Street and Scollard Street
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Bay Street, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting approval from City Council to install traffic control signals at the intersection of Bay Street and Scollard Street. This installation will provide enhanced safety for pedestrians and motorists at the intersection and is technically justified.
The Toronto and East York Community Council deferred consideration of the item indefinitely.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Bay Street and Scollard Street.
TE8.62deferred
Parking Amendments - Torbrick Road
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City Policy or by-laws. Transportation Services is requesting approval to implement maximum one-hour parking, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Torbrick Road, between Unity Road and the east end of Torbrick Road, in place of the existing statutory maximum three-hour parking limit. This is in response to a petition received from the residents of Torbrick Road requesting that the time limit for on-street parking be reduced to prevent long-term parking. This proposal will not result in the loss of any parking spaces on Torbrick Road.
The Toronto and East York Community Council deferred consideration of the item until its October 10, 2019 meeting.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize parking for a maximum period of one-hour from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Torbrick Road, between Unity Road and the east end of Torbrick Road.
TE8.63amended
Pedestrian Crossing Protection - Cosburn Avenue and Glebemount 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 installation of traffic control signals or a pedestrian crossover (PXO) at the intersection of Cosburn Avenue and Glebemount Avenue not be authorized as the technical justifications for the installation of traffic control signals or a pedestrian crossover signal are not satisfied.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Cosburn Avenue and Glebemount Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the installation of a pedestrian crossover at the intersection of Cosburn Avenue and Glebemount Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council not authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Cosburn Avenue and Glebemount Avenue. 2. City Council not authorize the installation of a pedestrian crossover at the intersection of Cosburn Avenue and Glebemount Avenue.
TE8.64adopted
Speed Limit Reduction on Glenholme Avenue
Parents and teachers of Rawlinson Community School, along with the local School Trustee met with the Ward Councillor and Transportation Services staff and requested that the speed limit on Glenholme Avenue be reduced to 30 km/h. While the section between a point of 59.2 metres north of St. Clair Avenue West and Rogers Road is 30 km/h, the section to the south between St. Clair Avenue West and a point of 59.2 metres further north is unsigned at 50 km/h. The purpose of this motion is to harmonize the speed limit on Glenholme Avenue to 30 km/h, and therefore improve safety for local residents, as well as parents and students when they walk to and from school.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Reduced the speed limit from 50 km/h to 30 km/h on Glenholme Avenue, between St. Clair Avenue West and a point 59.2 metres north.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Ana Bailão recommends that: 1. The Toronto and East York Community Council reduce the speed limit from 50 km/h to 30 km/h on Glenholme Avenue, between St. Clair Avenue West and a point 59.2 metres north.
TE8.65adopted
To support this development and future development in the area, a need has been identified for traffic flow improvements at the intersection of Lansdowne Avenue and Brandon Avenue, including the installation of traffic control signals. Transportation staff have reviewed the Transportation Study by GHD, dated November, 2018, and support the installation of traffic control signals in conjunction with the full build-out of the Phase 6 Davenport Village development. The purpose of this motion is to give City staff authority to start taking the necessary steps to have the traffic light installed at this intersection as soon as possible.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Lansdowne Avenue and Brandon Avenue. 2. City Council authorize removal of the existing pedestrian crossover on Lansdowne Avenue immediately north of Brandon Avenue in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Lansdowne Avenue and Brandon Avenue. 3. In advance of the issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for Site Plan approval, City Council require the owner to enter into a financially secured agreement for the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Lansdowne Avenue and Brandon Avenue to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Toronto and East York Community Council Recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Lansdowne Avenue and Brandon Avenue. 2. City Council authorize removal of the existing pedestrian crossover on Lansdowne Avenue immediately north of Brandon Avenue in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Lansdowne Avenue and Brandon Avenue. 3. In advance of the issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for Site Plan approval, City Council require the owner to enter into a financially secured agreement for the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Lansdowne Avenue and Brandon Avenue to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services.
TE8.66adopted
Parking Amendment - Pelham Avenue
In June 2019, I received a petition from residents and business owners on Pelham Avenue requesting parking changes on that street. According to business owners and residents, the demographics have changed and the lack of parking has been impacting clients and visitors that are trying to access the area. The requested changes are the removal of the existing 'no parking' regulation that is in effect between, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, and the introduction of a one hour parking limit between, 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday to Friday.
The Toronto and East York Community Council 1. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Pelham Avenue, between Osler Street and a point 35.1 metres west of Uxbridge Avenue. 2. Authorized parking for a maximum period of 1 hour from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Pelham Avenue, between Osler Street and a point 35.1 metres west of Uxbridge Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Toronto and East York Community Council Recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Pelham Avenue, between Osler Street and a point 35.1 metres west of Uxbridge Avenue. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize parking for a maximum period of 1 hour from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Pelham Avenue, between Osler Street and a point 35.1 metres west of Uxbridge Avenue
TE8.67adopted
Reducing the Speed Limit on Winona Drive Between Tyrell Avenue and Davenport Road
The current speed limit on Winona Drive, between Tyrell Avenue and Davenport Road, is 40 km/h. However, this busy stretch of the road is heavily used by motorists, cyclists and pedestrians alike. The Hellenic Home for the Aged senior's home on this block is home to over 200 seniors, many of whom routinely walk and cycle on Winona and the neighbourhood at large. While concerns over excessive speeding and the request to lower the speed limit have been brought to our offices' attention this year, they were flagged with Traffic Operations previously and staff recommended that the speed limit be lowered to 30 km/h. However, due to the unexpected changes to ward and district boundaries in 2018, this recommendation never made it to the Toronto and East York Council agenda. After consulting with Traffic Operations again, we are bringing forward the request to lower the speed limit on Winona Drive, between Tyrell Avenue and Davenport Road, from the current 40 km/h to 30 km/h.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Reduced the speed limit on Winona Drive, between Tyrell Avenue and Davenport Road, from 40 km/h to 30 km/h.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow and Councillor Ana Bailão recommends that: 1. The Toronto and East York Community Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to reduce the speed limit on Winona Drive, between Tyrell Avenue and Davenport Road, from 40 km/h to 30 km/h.
TE8.68adopted
Parking Amendment - Scollard Street
The Greater Yorkville Residents Association requested amendments to the existing parking regulations on the south side of Scollard Street, west of Yonge Street, in the vicinity of the first laneway west of Yonge Street, south of Scollard Street. The intent of this amendment is to prohibit stopping within close proximity to this laneway and improve sightlines for motorists entering and exiting. Transportation Services staff have been consulted and have no objection to the proposed amendment.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibited stopping at all times on the south side of Scollard Street, between a point 39.5 metres west of Yonge Street and a point 20.5 metres further west.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Layton recommends that: 1. The Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Scollard Street, between a point 39.5 metres west of Yonge Street and a point 20.5 metres further west.
TE8.69adopted
All-Way Stop Control Pilot - Oriole Parkway and College View Avenue
Three years ago, at the request of the community, an all-way stop sign pilot project was initiated at Oriole Parkway and Tranmer Avenue to address the numerous collisions and near-misses at the intersection. As part of my commitment to providing a thoughtful and evidence-based review of this pilot, I organized a community meeting in collaboration with the Oriole Park Association (OPA), and subsequently created the Oriole Traffic Safety Working Group. Informed by the advice we received from staff and resident feedback, the Working Group also reviewed the efficiency of the current setup at the intersection of Oriole Parkway and College View Avenue. The pedestrian crosswalk at the intersection was identified by residents as ineffective at providing safe passageway to pedestrians. As we received a petition from over 400 local parents/residents, Transportation Services provided insights on potentially replicating the Tranmer all-way stop pilot at the intersection of Oriole Parkway and College View Avenue and the Working Group agreed to do a 1-year pilot project there too. This is especially important due to it being a daily corridor for many of our local kids who walk to Oriole Park Junior Public School. If during the 12 month trial basis the all-way stop control is found to not be contributing to the safety of the area, a request will be brought to this committee to rescind the all way stop and/or consider other measures.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Oriole Parkway and College View Avenue. 2. Subject to approval of Recommendation 1 above, City Council authorize removal of the pedestrian crossover at Oriole Parkway and College View Avenue, in conjunction with the installation of all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Oriole Parkway and College View Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow recommends that: 1. City Council authorize all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Oriole Parkway and College View Avenue. 2. Subject to approval of Recommendation 1 above, City Council authorize removal of the pedestrian crossover at Oriole Parkway and College View Avenue, in conjunction with the installation of all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Oriole Parkway and College View Avenue.
TE8.70amended
City Council, at its meeting on July 16, 17 and 18, 2019, adopted Item TE7.17 as amended, and in so doing, has referred Toronto and East York Community Council Recommendations 5, 6 and 7 back to the Toronto and East York Community Council for further consideration.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve the alterations to the heritage properties at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street, in accordance with Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, to allow for the construction of a new commercial office building on the lands known municipally in the year 2019 as 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street (including the entrance addresses of 21 Melinda Street, 187 Bay Street and 18-30 Wellington Street West) with such alterations substantially in accordance with plans and drawings last revised on April 29, 2019, prepared by Adamson Associates Architects, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and the Heritage Impact Assessment, prepared by ERA Architects Inc. dated December 18, 2017 and revised March 13, 2019, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, all subject to and in accordance with a Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services and subject to the following additional conditions: a. prior to the introduction of the Bills for such Zoning By-law Amendment by City Council, the owner shall: 1. enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street in accordance with the plans and drawings last revised on April 29, 2019, prepared by Adamson Associates Architects, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by ERA Architects Inc. dated December 18, 2017 and revised March 13, 2019, and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 1.a.2. below, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; 2. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant, that is consistent with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street prepared by ERA Architects Inc. dated December 18, 2017 and revised March 13, 2019, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and 3. enter into on the property at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street one or more agreements with the City pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services with such facilities, services and matters to be set forth in the related site specific Zoning By-law Amendment giving rise to the proposed alterations; b. prior to final Site Plan approval for the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment by City Council, for the property located at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street: 1. provide final site plan drawings substantially in accordance with the approved Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 1.a.2. above; 2. have obtained final approval for the necessary Zoning By-law Amendment required for the subject property, such Amendment to have come into full force and effect; 3. provide a detailed landscape plan for the subject property, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; 4. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describes how the exterior of the heritage properties will be sensitively illuminated to enhance their heritage character to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services and thereafter shall implement such Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager Heritage Preservation Services; and 5. submit a Signage Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; 6. provide an Interpretation Plan for the subject properties to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services and thereafter shall implement such Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; c. prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the property at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, the owner shall: 1. have obtained final approval for the necessary Zoning By-law Amendment required for the subject property, such Amendment to have 2. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 1.a.2. above including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; 3. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services to secure all work included in the approved Conservation Plan Lighting and Interpretation Plan; and 4. provide full documentation of the Commerce Court South and Commerce Court East buildings, including two (2) printed sets of archival quality 8" x 10" colour photographs with borders in a glossy or semi-gloss finish and one (1) digital set on a CD in tiff format and 600 dpi resolution keyed to a location map, elevations and measured drawings, and copies of all existing interior floor plans and original drawings as may be available, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and 5. register the heritage easement agreement referenced in Recommendation 1.a.l. above on title to the property, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. d. prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Recommendation 1.c.3. above, the owner shall: 1. provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and the required interpretive work has been completed in accordance with the Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and 2. provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; 2. City Council authorize the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in Council authorizing the entering into a Heritage Easement Agreement for the property at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West, and 56 Yonge Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
City Council on July 16, 17 and 18, 2019, referred the following Toronto and East York Community Council Recommendations 5, 6 and 7 back to the Toronto and East York Community Council for further consideration: 5. City Council approve the alterations to the heritage properties at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street, in accordance with Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, to allow for the construction of a new commercial office building on the lands known municipally in the year 2019 as 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street (including the entrance addresses of 21 Melinda Street, 187 Bay Street and 18-30 Wellington Street West) with such alterations substantially in accordance with plans and drawings last revised on April 29, 2019, prepared by Adamson Associates Architects, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and the Heritage Impact Assessment, prepared by ERA Architects Inc. dated December 18, 2017 and revised March 13, 2019, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, all subject to and in accordance with a Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services and subject to the following additional conditions: a. prior to the introduction of the Bills for such Zoning By-law Amendment by City Council, the owner shall: 1. enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street in accordance with the plans and drawings last revised on April 29, 2019, prepared by Adamson Associates Architects, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by ERA Architects Inc. dated December 18, 2017 and revised March 13, 2019, and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Part 5.a.2. below, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, including registration of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; 2. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant, that is consistent with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street prepared by ERA Architects Inc. dated December 18, 2017 and revised March 13, 2019, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and 3. enter into and register on the property at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street one or more agreements with the City pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services with such facilities, services and matters to be set forth in the related site specific Zoning By-law Amendment giving rise to the proposed alterations; b. prior to final Site Plan approval for the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment by City Council, for the property located at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street: 1. provide final site plan drawings substantially in accordance with the approved Conservation Plan required in Part 5.a.2. above to the 2. have obtained final approval for the necessary Zoning By-law Amendment required for the subject property, such Amendment to have come into full force and effect; 3. provide a detailed landscape plan for the subject property, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; 4. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describes how the exterior of the heritage properties will be sensitively illuminated to enhance their heritage character to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services and thereafter shall implement such Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager Heritage Preservation Services; and 5. submit a Signage Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; c. prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the property at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, the owner shall: 1. have obtained final approval for the necessary Zoning By-law Amendment required for the subject property, such Amendment to have 2. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Part 5.a.2. above including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; 3. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services to secure all work included in the approved Conservation Plan Lighting and Interpretation Plan; and 4. provide full documentation of the Commerce Court South and Commerce Court East buildings, including two (2) printed sets of archival quality 8" x 10" colour photographs with borders in a glossy or semi-gloss finish and one (1) digital set on a CD in tiff format and 600 dpi resolution keyed to a location map, elevations and measured drawings, and copies of all existing interior floor plans and original drawings as may be available, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and d. prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Part 5.c.3. above, the owner shall: 1. provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and the required interpretive work has been completed in accordance with the Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and 2. provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; 6. City Council authorize the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West and 56 Yonge Street in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 7. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in Council authorizing the entering into a Heritage Easement Agreement for the property at 199 Bay Street, 25 King Street West, and 56 Yonge Street.
TE8.71adopted
Payment-In-Lieu of Parking - 925 Pape Avenue
Transportation Services seeks City Council's approval to exempt the applicant from the parking requirement specified in By-law 6752 to provide 1 additional parking space. As a result, the applicant has requested a Payment-In-Lieu of Parking to the City for 1 parking space, which amounts to $2,500.00. The parking exemption is considered appropriate since the parking space shortfall will not have a significant impact on parking conditions in the area. Section 40 of the Planning Act grants City Council the authority to approve payment-in­ lieu of parking. This application has been made pursuant to the City's Payment-In-Lieu of Parking Policy, adopted in July 2004. City Council approval is required as this matter has not been delegated.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council exempt the applicant at 925 Pape Avenue from the former municipality of East York By-law 6752, as amended, the parking requirement of 1 office parking space, subject to a $2,500.00 payment-in-lieu of parking, providing the applicant signs a Payment-In-Lieu of Parking Agreement with the City, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council exempt the applicant at 925 Pape Avenue from the former municipality of East York By-law 6752, as amended, the parking requirement of 1 office parking space, subject to a $2,500.00 payment-in-lieu of parking, providing the applicant signs a Payment-In-Lieu of Parking Agreement with the City, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
TE8.72adopted
Implementing Increased Cyclist Protection at Dundas and Jones
Many of you recall the collision that tragically killed cyclist Doug Crosbie at Dundas and Jones on May 16th, 2018. In my motion at City Council to allocate some of the additional VisionZero dollars to protected intersection pilots across the city I had intended that Dundas and Jones be one of the pilot protected intersections. However staff have indicated that it is not wide enough to accommodate a fully protected 'Dutch' intersection. However, this summer I met with Transportation Services and friends of Doug Crosbie to look at creative ways that cyclists could be protected at this intersection. Transportation Services has reviewed this location and have advised my office of some proposed changes to increase bicycle separation from motor vehicle traffic and minimize bicycle and motor vehicular interaction. Following the completion of feasibility assessments, design, and consultation with TTC, it is proposed that a series of safety improvements be made at this intersection: Installation of flexible bollards or planters between the cycle lane and traffic Vehicular stop-bar setbacks Lane narrowing Prohibition of right-turn on a red signal in all directions at the intersection of Dundas Street East and Jones Avenue Minor adjustments to TTC bus stop locations The proposed changes will have no impact on TTC bus operation. Most of these changes can be made without additional authority from Toronto and East York Community Council or City Council, with the exception of additional right-turn on red prohibitions. I want to thank staff for their hard work on this issue. I hope you will support these changes.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends: 1. City Council prohibit the following right-turn movements on a red traffic signal as part of the proposed cycling safety intersection improvements depicted in Attachment 1 entitled "Dundas Street East and Jones Avenue Intersection Improvement Plan" attached to the Letter (September 13, 2019) from Councillor Paula Fletcher, Ward 14, Toronto-Danforth: a. Northbound right-turn movement at the intersection of Dundas Street East and Jones Avenue; b. Eastbound right-turn movement at the intersection of Dundas Street East and Jones Avenue; and c. Westbound right-turn movement at the intersection of Dundas Street East and Jones Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the amendments to traffic regulations in Recommendation 1 above, as described in Attachment 2 entitled "Amendments to Traffic Regulations" attached to the Letter (September 13, 2019) from Councillor Paula Fletcher, Ward 14, Toronto-Danforth.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, Ward 14 Toronto-Danforth recommends: 1. City Council prohibit the following right-turn movements on a red traffic signal as part of the proposed cycling safety intersection improvements depicted in Attachment 1 - Dundas St E and Jones Ave Intersection Improvement Plan: Northbound right-turn movement at the intersection of Dundas Street East and Jones Avenue Eastbound right-turn movement at the intersection of Dundas Street East and Jones Avenue Westbound right-turn movement at the intersection of Dundas Street East and Jones Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the amendments to traffic regulations associated with recommendation 1, as described in Attachment 2 - Amendments to Traffic Regulations.
TE8.73adopted
Truncated Portion of Gerrard Street
I am writing to you today regarding the truncated portion of Gerrard Street, between Carlaw and Badgerow. This portion of Gerrard has houses, but does not connect to the rest of Gerrard, instead ending at Badgerow. Due to the fact that it connects to Carlaw but does not allow access to any other potion of Gerrard Street residents are concerned about the number of wrong turns by large trucks and other vehicles through their neighbourhood. Transportation Services has tried different solutions to solve this problem including turn restrictions and signage. Residents are wondering about a more permanent solution. I would ask that you support this request for a report back on potential options.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed Transportation Services staff to report to the December 3, 2019 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council on the options for restricting vehicular access on the portion of Gerrard Street between Carlaw Avenue and Badgerow Avenue, including the feasibility of converting this stretch of Gerrard Street into parkland or open space.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, Ward 14 Toronto-Danforth recommends: 1. Transportation Services report to the December Community Council meeting on the options for restricting vehicular access on the portion of Gerrard between Carlaw and Badgerow, including feasibility of converting this stretch of Gerrard into parkland or open space.
TE8.74adopted
Knox Avenue: Slowing Down Traffic and Keeping People Safe
Dear Chair and Members of the Toronto and East York Community Council, Knox Avenue is a one-way street in Ward 14 that connects Eastern Avenue and Queen Street. As such it experiences high volumes of traffic. It also has a contraflow cycle lane on it that connects to Eastern Avenue. The street has speed humps, but residents are interested in additional measures to slow down traffic and keep people safe.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Requested Transportation Services staff to report to the December 3, 2019 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council on the following items: Reviewing signage; Additional Separation between the Cycle Lane and Traffic; Investigate if reversing the direction of Knox Avenue would reduce cut-through traffic; Curb Radius Reduction at Queen Street Eastd and Knox Avenue; and Additional speed humps between the existing humps.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Fletcher recommends that: The Toronto and East York Community Council request Transportation Services report to the December TEYCC meeting on the following items: Reviewing signage Additional Separation between the Cycle Lane and Traffic Investigate if reversing the direction of Knox Avenue would reduce cut-through traffic Curb Radius Reduction at Queen and Knox Additional speed humps between the existing humps
TE8.75adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the Ted Reeve Community Arena Board
At its meeting on December 4, 5, and 13, 2018, City Council amended the Public Appointments process to authorize the City Clerk to shortlist, interview and recommend candidates to Community Councils for appointment to the Ted Reeve Community Arena Board.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Appointed the following candidates to the Ted Reeve Community Arena Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on September 17, 2023, and until successors are appointed: Johanna Carlo Adrienne Johnstone Brian Teefy Ken Volden
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council appoint the following candidates to the Ted Reeve Community Arena Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on September 17, 2023, and until successors are appointed: Johanna Carlo Adrienne Johnstone Brian Teefy Ken Volden
TE8.76adopted
Speed Limit Reduction - Kingston Road between Victoria Park Avenue and Queen Street East
Upon review with Transportation Services staff, it has come to my attention that the speed limit along Kingston Rd is not consistent. Between Queen Street East and Victoria Park Avenue the speed limit is 50km/h, 40km/h between Victoria Park Avenue and Birchmount Rd, 50 km/h between Birchmount Rd and Midland Avenue, and 60km/h between Midland Avenue and Highway 2A. The portion between Victoria Park Avenue and Queen Street East runs almost the entire stretch of my ward and Transportation Services staff expressed surprise that the speed limit here is still 50km/h. In an effort to align the speed limit along Kingston Rd and make my community safer, I am requesting that community council move to reduce the speed limit to 40km/h, as it is east of Victoria Park.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council reduce the speed limit from 50 km/h to 40 km/h on Kingston Road, between Victoria Park Avenue and Queen Street East.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bradford recommends that: 1. City Council reduce the speed limit from 50km/h to 40km/h on Kingston Road, between Victoria Park Avenue and Queen Street East.
TE8.77adopted
Poll Regarding Maintaining or Removing Permit Parking on certain streets in Ward 19
I hosted a public meeting in the spring to discuss the permit parking program in TEYCC, with City staff from Permit Parking in attendance. Based on feedback from that meeting as well as numerous emails and phone calls to my office, it is clear that residents on the streets included in Attachment 1 would like a chance to weigh in on the inclusion of their streets in the permit parking program. In 2017, my predecessor moved a motion to 'exempt the implementation of permit parking on the streets … from the requirements of subsection 925-4B of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking' and installed permit parking on the streets listed in Attachment 1, without the requirement for a poll indicating community support. While I do understand the intention of the motion and generally support the permit parking program, I think that it is prudent to provide residents an opportunity to be heard, as per the existing by-law for permit parking implementation.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize and direct the City Clerk to conduct a permit parking poll of the residents on the streets listed in Attachment 1 to the Letter (September 9, 2019) from Councillor Brad Bradford, Ward 19 Beaches-East York, in accordance with City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 190, Polling and Notification, in relation to maintaining or removing permit parking on their street.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bradford recommends that: 1. City Council authorize and direct the City Clerk to conduct a permit parking poll of the residents on the streets listed in Attachment 1, in accordance with City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 190, Polling and Notification, in relation to maintaining or removing permit parking on their street.
TE8.78adopted
Realignment of Permit Parking Area 9G
Permit Parking Area 9G has 250 on-street permit parking spaces and 257 Permits have been issued. Area 9A has 2,207 on-street permit parking spaces. To date 1,789 permits have been issued. Cedarvale Avenue, between Danforth Avenue and the 9G boarder has 6 spaces and 4 permits issued. Gledhill Avenue between Danforth Avenue and the 9G boarder has 5 spaces and 1 permit issued.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services, to review and to report back to Toronto and East York Community Council on the realignment of Permit Parking Area "9G" to relocate the existing southern boundary line south to Danforth Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bradford recommends that: 1. The General Manager, Transportation Services, review and report back to Toronto and East York Community Council on the realignment of Permit Parking Area "9G" to relocate the existing southern boundary line south to Danforth Avenue.
TE8.79adopted
Encroachment Agreement - 1006 Bloor Street West
The owner of 1006 Bloor Street West is proposing encroachments in the municipal boulevard abutting the Westmoreland Avenue flank of their property for the purpose of building an enclosed boulevard café.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services, to enter into an Encroachment Agreement with the property owner at 1006 Bloor Street West to maintain encroachments in the municipal boulevard abutting the Westmoreland Avenue flank of the property.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Bailão recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to enter into an Encroachment Agreement with the property owner at 1006 Bloor Street West to maintain encroachments in the municipal boulevard abutting the Westmoreland Avenue flank of the property.
TE8.80adopted
Speed Limit Reduction - Fort York Boulevard
Promoting safety and accessibility for all road users through planning and investing in our infrastructure is crucial. We need a city wide focus on building safer streets through the accelerated implementation of the Vision Zero road safety plan. In 2018, Toronto was witness to close to two hundred pedestrians killed or seriously injured due traffic related collisions. Fatalities and serious injuries on our roads are preventable. I have been working with the CityPlace community to identify road safety concerns and implement local improvements. These changes have included the installation of traffic signals at Dan Leckie Way and Fort York Boulevard, and on the west side of Spadina Avenue at Lake Shore Boulevard West. I have also secured approval for complete signalized pedestrian crossings at Spadina Avenue and Bremner Boulevard, and Spadina Avenue and Front Street, as well as a new all-way stops and pedestrian crosswalks at Fort York Boulevard and Queens Wharf Road, and at Dan Leckie Way and Housey Street. In 2015, Toronto and East York Community Council directed that all roads within the district classified as local streets be reduced to a 30 km/hr speed limit. At that time, Fort York Boulevard did not qualify for speed limit reduction and as a result the default 50 km/hr speed limit remained. Today, Fort York Boulevard has a daily vehicular volume of approximately 8000 vehicles/day, has seen a growth in pedestrian traffic and will soon be home to two new schools, a community centre and childcare facility, all expected to open in 2020. Census statistics indicate that about three-quarters of CityPlace residents rely on non-vehicular modes of transportation, including walking, to commute every day. I am recommending that the speed limit on Fort York Boulevard be reduced to 30 km/h because studies have shown that slowing down traffic and reducing speed limits can reduce collisions and reduce pedestrian injury and fatalities.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council reduce the speed limit from 50 km/h to 30 km/h on Fort York Boulevard, between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Joe Cressy recommends: 1. City Council reduce the speed limit from 50 km/h to 30 km/h on Fort York Boulevard, between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street.
TE8.81adopted
Parking Amendment - Roxborough Street East
Local residents requested an amendment to the existing parking regulations on the south side of Roxborough Street East, east of Yonge Street. The intent of this amendment is to prohibit stopping within the area located west of the laneway on Roxborough Street East and improve congestion, blockages and sightlines for motorists entering and exiting from Yonge Street. Transportation Services staff have been consulted and have no objection to the proposed amendment.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibited stopping at all times on the south side of Roxborough Street East, between Yonge Street and a point 15 metres east.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Layton recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Roxborough Street East, between Yonge Street and a point 15 metres east.
TE8.82adopted
968 Bathurst St - Encroachment Agreement
El Pocho Antojitos Bar at 968 Bathurst St enjoys strong community support and has been responsibly meeting the needs of neighbours. However, after construction was completed for the approved structure, it came to light that the enclosure required an encroachment agreement. Transportation Services is in the process of drafting an agreement. I am asking that you support my motion to approve the encroachment agreement and not cause further delays.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed Transportation Services to enter into an encroachment agreement for 968 Bathurst Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Layton recommends: 1. That Toronto and East York Community Council direct Transportation Services to enter into an encroachment agreement for 968 Bathurst St.
TE8.83adopted
Safety at the Intersection of Gerrard Street East and Pembroke Street (TE6.65)
At the May 22, 2019 Toronto and East York Community Council meeting, I introduced a motion (TE6.65) directing Transportation Services staff to study opportunities to improve safety at the Gerrard Street East and Pembroke Street Intersection. Staff were directed to study potential safety strategies, in consultation with the local resident's association, and report back to the September 16, 2019 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council. The report does not appear on today's meeting agenda and has not, therefore, been brought before the public, as directed. I understand from my communications with local residents, that the consultation with the resident's association has not yet taken place. This intersection continues to be a source of concern for the Garden District neighbourhood, I, therefore, recommend the following:
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services, to study strategies to improve safety at the Gerrard Street East and Pembroke Street intersection, in consultation with the local residents association, and to report back to the November 5, 2019 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam recommends: 1. That Toronto and East York Community Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to study strategies to improve safety at the Gerrard Street East and Pembroke intersection, in consultation with the local residents association, and report back to the November 2019 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council.
TE8.84adopted
In January 2018 City Council adopted my request to have the Chief Planner and Executive Director of City Planning, prepare a draft terms of reference for a planning study to achieve transit supportive development in the context of neighboring low-rise residential and broader City-building objectives in recognition of the transit investments being made for the proposed Gerrard-Carlaw SmartTrack/Relief Line interchange station. In August 2019 the Ford government replaced the approved Relief Line with the Ontario Line. The new Ontario Line proposes significant changes including the plan to run the line above ground on the existing GO tracks from Eastern to Gerrard, the elimination of the Leslieville Station at Queen and Carlaw, and the addition of a new Station at De Grassi and Queen. These are significant changes and they necessitate an immediate and urgent review of the scope of the Gerrard Carlaw Study including the terms of reference as well as the expertise and resource requirements. I would ask that you support this request for a report back from City Planning on options to reframe the study.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed City Planning staff to report to the Toronto and East York Community Council December 3, 2019 meeting on the options for reframing the Gerrard-Carlaw Planning Study to ensure it responds to the new parameters imposed by the introduction of the Ontario Line.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher recommends: 1. City Planning staff report to the Toronto and East York Community Council December 3, 2019 meeting on the options for reframing the Gerrard-Carlaw Planning Study to ensure it responds to the new parameters imposed by the introduction of the Ontario Line.
TE8.85adopted
Regent Park Traffic Safety Plan
The Regent Park Neighbourhood refers to the area bordered by River Street to the east, Shuter Street to the south, Gerrard Street to the north, and Parliament Street to the west. Regent Park is primarily comprised of local and minor arterial roads, with a major arterial road, Dundas Street East, running through the center of the neighbourhood. The land is primarily residential, with a few schools, parks/green space, a community centre, and an aquatic centre. Over the last sixteen years, Regent Park has been undergoing a Revitalization project. Once the project is fully completed, the Regent Park revitalization will have built: 2,083 replacement rent-geared-to-income (RGI) units, 448 new affordable rental units, and 5,400 new market condominium units. This will nearly quadruple the 2,083 units that were initially on the footprint. As a result of the significant increase in population, there have been growing community concerns around traffic and traffic safety. On June 20th, a pedestrian was fatally struck while waiting to cross Regent Park Boulevard at Dundas Street East. Following this tragic incident, a number of residents and community groups have voiced their concerns regarding cut-through traffic, speed, and volume of vehicles. Recognizing that Regent Park is currently undergoing development, transportation staff should in consultation with the community to determine current opportunities for enhanced traffic safety measures. This should include traffic calming measures including all-way stop location, speed humps, and other options that will address vehicle speed and volume. To consult the community, staff should attend public meetings coordinated through the Councillor's office and the local resident association.
Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Directed Transportation Services staff, to work with the Regent Park community to evaluate their traffic concerns and to develop a Traffic Safety Plan that improves traffic flow and safety for both pedestrians and vehicles, and to report back to the December 3, 2019 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Wong-Tam recommends that: 1. The Toronto and East York Community Council direct Transportation Services staff, to work with the Regent Park community to evaluate their traffic concerns and develop a Traffic Safety Plan that improves traffic flow and safety for both pedestrians and vehicles, and report back to the December 2019 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council.
TE8.86adopted
Parking Amendments - Campbell Avenue
Based on the development agreement for No. 299 Campbell Avenue, Site Plan Application No. 12 236808 STE 18 SA, parking is to be prohibited on the west side of Campbell Avenue, between Dupont Street and a point 51 metres south. This property is located on the south-east corner of Dupont Street and Campbell Avenue. A new public lane at the south end of the property will be part of the fire route for the property. The proposed parking prohibition will provide access for fire trucks between Dupont Street and the new public lane. The developer will be financially responsible for the changes to the parking signage.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibited parking at all times on the west side of Campbell Avenue, between Dupont Street and a point 51 metres south. 2. Rescinded the existing one-hour maximum parking regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Campbell Avenue, between Dupont Street and a point 51 metres south.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Ana Bailão recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Campbell Avenue, between Dupont Street and a point 51 metres south. 2. Rescind the existing one-hour maximum parking regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Campbell Avenue, between Dupont Street and a point 51 metres south.
TE8.87adopted
Ossington Avenue Bar and Restaurant Study
As our City continues to grow and change, it is critical that we continue to proactively plan for vibrant, mixed use neighbourhoods throughout the downtown. On vibrant main streets such as Ossington Avenue, building a mixed-use neighbourhood means ensuring both day and night-time uses in order to build a vibrant local economy. Local fine-grain retail, service locations, restaurants, and bars - a mix of these locations means that activity on this critical spine in a neighbourhood is fluid throughout various times of day, and that mitigating any impacts becomes that much more manageable. Recently, as with other vibrant mixed-use areas in the downtown, the growth in bars and restaurants has sparked the need to review our current planning framework to ensure we can continue to foster the mix of uses that builds a truly vibrant neighbourhood.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Requested the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, to undertake an analysis of restaurant and bar uses on Ossington Avenue, between Queen Street West and Dundas Street West, and adjacent areas as appropriate, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, and to report back on actions to protect a mix of uses and control the impacts of bar and restaurant uses in the area.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Cressy recommends that: 1. The Toronto and East York Community Council request the Director, Community Planning City Planning, to undertake an analysis of restaurant and bar uses on Ossington Avenue, between Queen Street West and Dundas Street West, and adjacent areas as appropriate, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, and report back on actions to protect a mix of uses and control the impacts of bar and restaurant uses in the area.
TE8.88adopted
Traffic safety in the Yonge-Eglinton community has been a concern for many years due to the pressure of increasing intensification. Local roads and sidewalks were designed for small-scale residential homes, not large condo developments. The conflict between heavy construction vehicles and crowded streets tragically claimed another pedestrian in our community recently. The recommendations in conjunction with other needed Vision Zero initiatives, need to be implemented now to help protect residents in the Yonge-Eglinton area
The Toronto and East York Community Council requested: 1. Relevant City staff to report on the development of a comprehensive Construction Traffic Safety Management Plan with the specific focus on trying to mitigate construction traffic infiltration on city side streets and in proximity to the Eglinton Crosstown in Ward 8, as per the following: a. Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Plan for all major construction sites in the Yonge-Eglinton area; b. The need for Safe City Driving training for all heavy construction truck drivers in this area; c. Full-time pedestrian crossing guards on site at all major construction projects, paid for by developers, in the Yonge- Eglinton area; d. Install full-time Crossing Personnel at all intersections on Yonge Street from Castlefield Avenue to the Kay Gardner Beltline Trail, paid for by developers; e. Immediate implementation of a Construction Traffic Safety Management for the Yonge-Eglinton area; and f. The need for a Toronto Police Traffic Division and parking enforcement; 2. The City Manager to request Metrolinx not to reduce sidewalk width on Yonge Street to accommodate Construction Stage 8 for the Crosstown LRT project.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Matlow recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Request City Staff to report on the development of a comprehensive Construction Traffic Safety Management Plan with the specific focus on trying to mitigate construction traffic infiltration on city side streets and in proximity to the Eglinton Crosstown in Ward 8, as per the following: a. Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Plan for all major construction sites in the Yonge-Eglinton area. b. The need for Safe City Driving training for all heavy construction truck drivers in this area c. Full-time pedestrian crossing guards on site at all major construction projects, paid for by developers, in the Yonge- Eglinton area d. Install full-time Crossing Personnel at all intersections on Yonge street from Castlefield Avenue to the Kay Gardner Beltline Trail, paid for by Developers. e. Immediate implementation of a Construction Traffic Safety Management for the Yonge-Eglinton area f. The need for a Toronto Police Traffic Division and parking enforcement. g. Direct the City Manager to request Metrolinx not to reduce sidewalk width on Yonge Street to accommodate Construction Stage 8 for the Crosstown LRT project.
TE8.89adopted
Introduction and consideration of Bills for enactment of By-laws.
General Bill Toronto and East York Community Council enacted By-laws 1262-2019 to 1295-2019. Confirmatory Bill Toronto and East York Community Council passed a Confirmatory Bill as By-law 1296-2019.