Michael Thompson

On the record

moved Kingston Road corridor zoning approvals deferred over cumulative infrastructure and community impact concerns. Moved to defer the item, citing concerns about cumulative impacts, need for community consultation, and the balance of equity between developers and residents. (2026-07-09)

moved 125 Presley Avenue fence exemption approved; rear fences exceed code by 37–87 cm. Motion to adopt recommendation (inferred from roll call) (2026-07-09)

moved Defer traffic signals at Warden and Continental Place; community consultation requested. Moved to defer the matter, citing discomfort with prior decisions' community impact and requesting more time for consultation (2026-07-09)

moved Ward 20 Car-Share Expansion Deferred; Council Seeks More Community Input on Development Impact. Moved deferral to allow further community discussion and exploration of cumulative development impact, citing insufficient information on Cliffside area character and community concerns. (2026-07-09)

moved Mixed-use development at 1911-1921 Eglinton Avenue East approved; 2,243 units in eight towers. Moved the recommendations and requested recorded vote (2026-07-09)

pressed Oakridge Streets Plan approved with traffic signals and pedestrian safety improvements. Asked about completion timeline for the wind study work; staff confirmed open house on the 22nd and final report targeted for Q1 next year. (2026-07-09)

pressed Tamil Community Center at Markham Road approved; zoning amendment clears Phase 1, auditorium deferred pending transit and parking solutions. Questioned the composition of the facility's board, governance of the 50% public-use requirement, enforcement mechanisms for non-compliance, and parking solutions; noted past issues with shared-space agreements not working as intended. (2026-07-09)

pressed 31 McDonald Avenue fence exemption; deputant flags five concurrent dense developments and unresolved infrastructure in Kingston Road corridor. Asked clarifying questions about the holding provision and infrastructure concerns, specifically probing whether city technical services would conduct proper water and sewer analysis and whether the deputant had local knowledge the city might lack. (2026-07-09)

pressed Property owner seeks exemption from fence height rules at 34 Rodarick Road. Questioned the property representative about consultation with city staff and the process for seeking approval (2026-07-09)

pressed 689 Morrish Road fence exemption decision deferred pending site plan review. Asked the deputy questions about community consultation, unit mix, parking, tree preservation, and school impacts on the development. (2026-07-09)

pressed Morrish Road closure at Highway 2A to serve Highland Creek Village development. Pressed staff on communication gaps with community regarding engineering studies, pipes, and connections; emphasized need for staff to better communicate technical details to residents (2026-07-09)

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