TABLE OF CONTENTS

REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES

AND OTHER COMMITTEES

As Considered by

The Council of the City of Toronto

on May 13 and 14, 1998

TORONTO COMMUNITY COUNCIL

REPORT No. 5

1 Draft Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment -for the Carlaw Avenue Industrial Area (Don River)

2 Hearing - Alteration of Glengrove Avenue West and Installation of Speed Humps and Reduction of Speed (North Toronto)

3 Hearing - Alteration of Highland Avenue, Roxborough Drive and Scholfield Avenue (Midtown)

4 Scarborough Road/Woodale Avenue Intersection -Design Refinement to Intersection Realignment (East Toronto)

5 Enforcement of Unauthorized Parking City Parks - Appointment of City Parks and Recreation Staff as Provincial Offences Officers-Enforcement of Municipal Code Chapter 255-Parks

6 Narrowing of the Pavement - Palmerston Avenue (Midtown)

7 Forman Avenue - 'Student Pick-Up and Drop-Off Area' -Manor Montessori School (North Toronto)

8 Walmer Road, Austin Terrace and Spadina Road -Reduction of Speed Limit (Midtown)

9 Strachan Avenue and Fleet Street - Parking Regulations(Trinity-Niagara)

10 Roselawn Avenue, North Side, West of Oriole Parkway -Rescindment of "No Parking 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday" Parking Regulations (North Toronto)

11 Mackay Avenue, from Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue -Implementation of Alternate Side Parking (Davenport)

12 Installation/Removal of On-Street Disabled Persons Parking Spaces(Trinity-Niagara, Davenport, Midtown and East Toronto)

13 Rathnally Area Residents' Association - Authorization of the Development of a Neighbourhood Traffic Management Plan (Midtown)

14 Installation of Speed Bumps in Public Laneways (Trinity-Niagara, Davenport)

15 Niagara Street, West Side, from King Street West to Wellington Street West - Rescindment of "No Parking" -Parking Regulation (Trinity-Niagara)

16 Braemar Avenue, College View Avenue and Elmsthorpe Avenue in the Vicinity of Oriole Park Public School -Changes to Parking Regulations (North Toronto)

17 Harvard Avenue from Roncesvalles Avenue to Callender Street - Amendments to the Alternate Side Parking Regulations (High Park)

18 Lane System Bounded by Rhodes Avenue, Danforth Avenue, Coxwell Avenue and Hanson Street - Adjustment to the Height Requirements Respecting Speed Bumps (East Toronto)

19 Area Bounded by Bloor Street East/West, Bay Street, Wellesley Street East/West and Church Street -Provision of Parking Meters and a "Daycare Pick-up and Drop-off Area" (Downtown)

20 De Lisle Avenue, from Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent - Adjustment of Parking Regulations (Midtown)

21 Draft Sign By-law Amending the Municipal Code Chapter 297Respecting No. 241 Wellington Street West (Downtown)

22 Extension of Interim Control By-law 1997-0321 to Allow for the Completion of a Study of Parking Standards for Medical Clinics

23 Interim Control By-law Respecting No. 16 Avondale Road Within the Avondale Ravine (Midtown)

24 Hearing - Stopping Up and Closing Public Highway -Part of Queens Quay West (Downtown)

25 Hearing - Stopping Up, Closing and Leasing -Lane Abutting Grenadier Pond and Road Allowance of Grenadier Ravine Drive (High Park)

26 Extension of Hours of Operation - Boulevard Cafe on the Kenilworth Avenue Flankage of 1961 Queen Street East, Whitlock's Restaurant (East Toronto)

27 Appeal of Boulevard Cafe - Logan Avenue Flankage of889 Queen Street East (Don River)

28 Application for Commercial Boulevard Parking -25 Musgrave Street (East Toronto)

29 Tree Removal - 156 St. Clements Avenue (North Toronto)

30 Tree Removals - 19 Ridgewood Road (Midtown)

31 Tree Removal - 192 Glencairn Avenue (North Toronto)

32 Commercial Boulevard Parking Appeal -Triller Avenue Flankage of 1605 Queen Street West (High Park)

33 Boulevard Cafe Appeal - Holly Street Flankage of 45 Eglinton Avenue East (North Toronto)

34 Boulevard Cafe Appeal - George Street Flankage of185 King Street East (Downtown)

35 Operation of Boulevard Cafe during 1997 Cafe Season and Appeal for an Extension of Hours - 1071 Shaw Street (Davenport)

36 Boulevard Cafe - Craighurst Avenue Flankage of 2630 Yonge Street (North Toronto)

37 Naming of Public Lane Extending Southerly from Stephanie Street Between Beverley and John Streets - Cayley Lane (Downtown)

38 Naming of Proposed Public Streets at1090 Shaw Street (Davenport)

39 Naming of Public Lane West of Markham Street Between Barton Avenue and Palmerston Square St. Peter's Lane (Midtown)

40 Closing of Lane Containing Encroaching Below Grade Levels of Garage -Rear of 323 Richmond Street East (Don River)

41 Tree Removal - 465 Armadale Avenue (High Park)

42 Tree Removal - 166 Warren Road (Midtown)

43 Tree Removal - 480, 496 and516 Richmond Street West (Downtown)

44 Tree Removal - 1241 St. Clair Avenue West (Davenport)

45 Variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the Former City of Toronto Municipal Code -Corporate Services, Property Services Division(High Park, Davenport, Midtown, Downtown, Don River)

46 High Park Traffic and Circulation Improvements (High Park)

47 Request for an Extended Road Closure -Crawford Street (Trinity-Niagara)

48 Decorative Sidewalk Plaque Installation -Walk of Fame (Downtown)

49 Direction Report - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments and Site Plan Approval - 123 Eglinton Avenue East and 108 Redpath Avenue (North Toronto)

50 Lansdowne Avenue, from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West - Adjustment and Removal of Temporal Parking Regulation (Davenport)

51 Traffic Calming Project (Phase I) - Status Report South Eglinton Area (East) (North Toronto)

52 Harbourfront Community Centre - Board of Management

53 Request for Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes - Festival of Fort York (Trinity-Niagara)

54 Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes - High Park Montessori School (High Park)

55 Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -Festival - Brotherhood of the Divine Holy Spirit -Dovercourt Park (Trinity-Niagara)

56 Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -Senhor Da Pedra Festival - Trinity Bellwoods Park (Trinity-Niagara)

57 Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -1998 Benson & Hedges Symphony of Fire - VIP Reception at Ontario Place (Trinity-Niagara)

58 Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -du Maurier Downtown Jazz Toronto 1998 (Downtown)

59 Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes - Outdoor Solstice Party in the Courtyard known as "Berkeley Castle" at the Corner of Berkeley Street and the Esplanade (Downtown)

60 Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -1998 Artbeat/Mariposa Festival (High Park)

61 Traffic Area Management Plan for the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area (North Toronto)

62 Variance from Chapter 297, Signs,of the City of Toronto Municipal Code -1669 Queen Street East (East Toronto)

63 Ontario Municipal Board Appeal -2278 Queen Street East (East Toronto)

64 1340 St. Clair Avenue West -Boyz & Galz Inc. (Davenport)

65 Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -African Medical and Research Foundation (Canada) (Downtown)

66 Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -Wedding Reception - Historic Fort York (Trinity-Niagara)

67 Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -Taste of the Danforth Community Festival (Don River)

68 Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -Toronto Fiesta - Earlscourt Park (Davenport)

69 Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -The Black and White Polo Ball -Docks Restaurant/Night Club (Downtown)

70 Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -Pan Afrika Centre - Earlscourt Park (Davenport)

71 Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -577 College Street (Trinity-Niagara)

72 Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes - Festival on Bloor Street from Spadina Avenue to Bathurst Street (Downtown)

73 Crossing Guard at Woodfield Road and Gerrard Street East (East Toronto)

74 Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes - Parkdale Then and Now Festival (High Park)

75 Settlement Report - Ontario Municipal Board Appeal -446 King Street West (Downtown)

76 Other Items Considered by the Community Council

City of Toronto

REPORT No. 5

OF THE TORONTO COMMUNITY COUNCIL

(from its meeting on April 6 and 7, 1998,

submitted by Councillor Kyle Rae, Chair)

As Considered by

The Council of the City of Toronto

on May 13 and 14, 1998

1

Draft Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment -

for the Carlaw Avenue Industrial Area (Don River)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)the Draft By-laws attached to the report (April 21, 1998) of the Solicitor be approved and that authority be granted to introduce the necessary Bills in Council to give effect thereto; and

(2)the report (April 17, 1998) from the Commissioner, Urban Planning and Development Services be adopted.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, that it has agreed that any extension of Boston Avenue or a proposal for town house development be subject to a community consultation process.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council that notice of the public meeting was given in accordance with the Planning Act. The public meeting was held on May 7, 1998, and the following addressed the Toronto Community Council:

-Ms. Olga J. Jensen, Ward 8 Community Association

-Mr. Adam Krehm, Owner 245 Carlaw Avenue

-Gyan C. Jain, Navhar Properties Inc. & Gykan Enterprises Inc.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 21, 1998) from the Toronto Community Council Solicitor:

Purpose:

This report provides the necessary draft by-law amendments to redesignate the Carlaw Avenue Industrial Area, also referred to as the Carlaw Study Area generally from a Restricted Industrial Area to a Mixed Industrial-Residential Area with an I2D3 zoning designation.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

The enactment of the Draft By-laws has no financial implications or impact for the Corporation. It requires no funding.

Recommendations:

"It is recommended:

(1)That the Toronto Community Council hold a public meeting in respect of the Draft By-laws in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act.

Following the public meeting and in the event the Toronto Community Council wishes to approve the Draft By-laws, it could recommend:

(2)That the Draft By-laws attached to the Report (April 21, 1998) of the Solicitor be approved and that authority be granted to introduce the necessary Bills in Council to give effect thereto."

Council Reference/Background/History:

The Toronto Community Council will have before it the Report of the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services (April 17, 1998) respecting the above-noted subject. This Report recommends the amendment of the Official Plan for the former City of Toronto, which will redesignate the Carlaw Study Area as follows:

(a)the Restricted Industrial Area will be redesignated as a Mixed Industrial-Residential Area with the exception of a site fronting on Logan Avenue which would be redesignated as Low Density Residence Area and

(b)the 1236 Dundas Street East property will be redesignated from a Mixed Industrial-Residential Area to a Low Density Residence Area.

An accompanying Zoning By-law Amendment would install an I2D3 zoning designation over most of the Mixed Industrial-Residential Area with an 18 metre height limit. The Low Density Residence Area would have an R3Z1.0 zoning designation with a 12 metre height limit.

Comments and/or Discussion and/or Justification:

This report contains the necessary Draft By-laws, which, if enacted, will give effect to the Planning Report.

Conclusions:

Not applicable.

Contact Name:

Raymond M. Feig, Solicitor

Telephone:(416) 392-7224

Fax:(416) 392-0024

E-Mail:rfeig@city.toronto.on.ca

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DRAFT BY-LAW (1)

Authority:Toronto Community Council

Report No. ( )

Intended for first presentation to Council:

Adopted by Council:

CITY OF TORONTO

Bill No.

BY-LAW No. -1998

To adopt an amendment to the Official Plan for the former City of Toronto

respecting the lands generally bounded by Logan Avenue, Boston Avenue, the rear of the

Queen Street East properties and the Canadian National Railway

right-of-way north of Dundas Street East and referred to as the Carlaw Study Area.

The Council of the City of Toronto HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

1.The text and map annexed hereto as Schedule "A" are hereby adopted as an amendment to the Official Plan for the former City of Toronto.

2.Official Plan Amendment No. 590, adopted by By-law No. 78-93 being "A By-law To adopt an amendment to Part II of the Official Plan for South Riverdale respecting certain lands north-east of the intersection of Dundas Street East and Carlaw Avenue." is hereby repealed.

3.This is Official Plan Amendment No. __________.

ENACTED AND PASSED this day of , A.D. 1998.

MEL LASTMAN,NOVINA WONG,

MayorCity Clerk

(Corporate Seal)

Schedule "A"

1.Map 1 of the Official Plan for the former City of Toronto entitled "Generalized Land Use City of Toronto" is amended by deleting the designations shown for the lands outlined by heavy lines on Map A attached to this by-law and replacing them with the designations shown on the said Map A.

2.Map 1C of the Official Plan for the former City of Toronto entitled "Industrial Density" is amended by deleting the designations and maximum densities shown for the lands outlined by heavy lines on Map B attached to this by-law and replacing them with the designations and maximum densities shown on the said Map B.

3.Section 18 of the Official Plan for the former City of Toronto is amended by adding paragraph 18.____ and the attached Map 18.____:

"18.___Lands referred to as the Carlaw Study Area.

Despite the maximum density provisions of Section 9.40 of this Plan, Council may pass by-laws applicable to the lands shown on Map 18.____ to allow for the conversion of buildings, which, on the date of passage of this by-law, already exceed the maximum densities set out for Mixed Industrial-Residential Areas, provided all other conditions of the Plan are satisfied."

(Maps A, B and 18.____ to be added)

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DRAFT BY-LAW (2)

Authority:Toronto Community Council

Report No. ( )

Intended for first presentation to Council:

Adopted by Council:

CITY OF TORONTO

Bill No.

BY-LAW No. -1998

To amend the General Zoning By-law No.438-86

with respect to lands generally bounded by Logan Avenue, Boston Avenue, the rear

of the Queen Street East properties and the Canadian National Railway

right-of-way north of Dundas Street East and referred to as the Carlaw Study Area.

The Council of the City of Toronto HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

1.District Map No. 52H-312 contained in Appendix "A" of By-law No. 438-86, being "A By-law To regulate the use of land and the erection, use, bulk, height, spacing of and other matters relating to buildings and structures and to prohibit certain uses of lands and the erection and use of certain buildings and structures in various areas of the City of Toronto", as amended, is further amended by redesignating the lands outlined by heavy lines on Plan1 attached to this by-law to the designations set out on the said Plan 1.

2.Heights and Minimum Lot Frontage Map No. 52H-312 contained in Appendix "B" of By-law No. 438-86, as amended, is further amended by redesignating the lands outlined by heavy lines on Plan 2 attached to this by-law, to "H 12.0" and "H 18.0", as shown on the said Plan 2.

(Maps to be added)

ENACTED AND PASSED this day of , A.D. 1998.

MEL LASTMAN,NOVINA WONG,

MayorCity Clerk

(Corporate Seal)

The Toronto Community Council also submits the following report (April 17, 1998) from Commissioner, Urban Planning and Development Services:

Purpose:

The attached report recommends draft by-laws to amend the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law respecting the Carlaw Avenue Industrial Area as set out in Sections 8 and 9 of that report.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable

Recommendations:

(1)That the Official Plan be amended for the Carlaw Study Area as follows:

(i)Map 1 be amended by:

(a) replacing the Restricted Industrial Area designation on both sides of Carlaw Avenue with a Mixed Industrial-Residential Area designation and a Low Density Residence Area designation as shown on Map 3 attached to this report, and

(b)replacing the Mixed Industrial-Residential Area designation north of Dundas Street East and east of Carlaw Avenue with a Low Density Residence Area designation as shown on Map 3 attached to this report; and

(ii)Map 1C be amended to reflect the changes to the Official Plan effected by Recommendations (1)(i)(a) and (1)(i)(b) above.

(iii)introduce a Section 18 exception respecting proposals to convert existing buildings which already exceed the Official Plan densities for Mixed-Industrial Residential Areas so that they are exempt from the maximum density provisions.

(2)That Zoning By-law 438-86 as amended be amended so as to put in place the designations and height limits for the Carlaw Study Area as shown on Maps 6 and 8 attached to this report.

(3) That the potential extension south of Boston Avenue to link up with Dundas Street East be explored as part of any future redevelopment plans.

(4)That By-law 78-93 (Official Plan Amendment No. 590), enacted by the former City of Toronto Council on January 11, 1993 be repealed.

Summary:

Two applications to permit live/work units in industrial buildings at 233 Carlaw Avenue and 320 Carlaw Avenue triggered a review of the City's Official Plan policies for the Carlaw Avenue area which is currently designated a Restricted Industrial Area. The City's Part 1 Official Plan requires that, prior to assessing the merits of any such site-specific application which proposes a change in designation from Restricted Industrial to any other non-industrial designation, an area study examining potential economic and planning impacts must first be considered. During the course of the study, a third application to permit live/work units in the industrial building at 245 Carlaw Avenue was received.

The area study concludes that the Restricted Industrial Area designation should be amended to a Mixed Industrial-Residential designation and a Low Density Residence area designation. Additionally, an area abutting the Restricted Industrial Area now designated as a Mixed Industrial-Residential Area is recommended to be designated a Low Density Residence Area.

Contact Name:

Pat Zolf

Telephone: (416)392-0411

Fax: (416)392-1330

Email: PZolf@city.toronto.on.ca

The Toronto Community Council reports for the information of Council, also having had before it during consideration of the foregoing matter, the following communications, copies of which are on file in the office of the City Clerk.

-(May 5, 1998) from Mr. Adam Krehm, O'Shanter Development Company Ltd.;

-(May 5, 1998) from Mr. B. White, Boston Association of Residents for a Clean Quiet Street (BARCQS);

-(May 6, 1998) from Mr. M. Mahdu; and

-(May 7, 1998) from Ms. Olga J. Jensen.

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(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, had before it, during consideration of the foregoing Clause, the following communication (May 11, 1998) from the City Clerk:

Attached are submissions received by the City Clerk respecting the foregoing matter:

-(May 5, 1998) from Mr. Adam Krehm, O'Shanter Development Company Ltd.;

-(May 5, 1998) from Mr. B. White, Boston Association of Residents for a Clean Quiet Street (BARCQS);

-(May 6, 1998) from Mr. M. Mahdu; and

-(May 7, 1998) from Ms. Olga J. Jensen.)

(A copy of the submissions, referred to in the foregoing communication, are on file in the office of the City Clerk.)

2

Hearing - Alteration of Glengrove Avenue West

and Installation of Speed Humps and

Reduction of Speed (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)in order to reduce the number of speed humps on GlengroveAvenueWest, from YongeStreet to Avenue Road, from 12 in the original proposal to 10, the Draft By-law be amended to incorporate the locations noted in Appendix A of the report (May5,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation, City Works Services, and shown in Drawing No. 421F-5144 attached to the report (May5,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation, CityWorks Services, dated November, 1997, and the Draft By-law, as amended, be enacted;

(2)installation of the speed humps be accompanied by the alternative signage plan as described in the report (May 5, 1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation, City Works Services;

(3)the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect to the foregoing including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, that pursuant to Clause 45 of Report No. 11 of the City Services Committee of the former City of Toronto, titled, "Traffic Calming Pilot Project - Speed Humps - Glengrove Avenue West" which was adopted by City Council at its meeting on September 22 and 23, 1997, notice of its hearing on May 6, 1998, with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on April 14, April21, April 28 and May 5, 1998, and Mr. Robert Toole, Toronto, Ontario, appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following draft-by-law:

Bill No.

BY-LAW No.

To further amend former City of Toronto By-law No. 602-89, being "A By-law To authorize the construction, widening, narrowing, alteration and repair of sidewalks, pavements and curbs at various locations", respecting the alteration of Glengrove Avenue West by the installation of speed humps from Yonge Street to Avenue Road.

WHEREAS notice of a proposed By-law regarding the proposed alteration was published in a daily newspaper on , , and , 1998 and interested persons were given an opportunity to be heard at a public meeting held on May 6, 1998 and it is appropriate to amend the by-law to permit the alteration.

The Council of the City of Toronto HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

1.Former City of Toronto By-law No. 602-89, being "A By-law To authorize the construction, widening, narrowing, alteration and repair of sidewalks, pavements and curbs at various locations", is amended:

(1)by inserting in Columns 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, respectively, of Schedule "B-4" (Pavement Alteration/Repair) the following:

(Column 1 (Column 2(Column 3(Column 4(Column 5(Column 6

Side/ Alteration/Drawing

Street)Corner)Repair)From)To)No./Date)

GlengroveAlterationYonge StreetAvenue Road421F-5082

Avenue Westconsistingdated

of theJuly, 1997

installation

of speed humps

ENACTED and PASSED this ______ day of ______________, A.D. 1998.

MEL LASTMAN,NOVINA WONG,

MayorCity Clerk

(Corporate Seal)

The Toronto Community Council also submits the following report (May 5, 1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To advise that residents of Glengrove Avenue West between Yonge Street and Avenue Road have been polled, as directed by the former Toronto City Council, and have registered their support to a proposal to install speed humps on the street. Minor design refinements are addressed in this report. This report also provides information on the signage plan associated with the proposal as a result of concerns expressed by the neighbourhood traffic committee.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

The estimated cost for this proposal of $18,000 is accommodated in the Works and Emergency Services 1998 Capital Budget.

Recommendations:

(1)That in order to reduce the number of speed humps on Glengrove Avenue West, from Yonge Street to Avenue Road, from 12 in the original proposal to 10, the Draft By-law be amended to incorporate the locations noted in Appendix A of this report, and shown in Drawing No. 421F-5144 attached, dated November, 1997, and the Draft By-law, as amended, be enacted;

(2)That installation of the speed humps be temporarily postponed pending further consideration of the signage issues with the Ward Councillors and residents; and

(3)That the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect to the foregoing including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Background:

The former Toronto City Council, at its meeting of September 22 and 23, 1997, in adopting Clause45 in City Services Committee Report No. 11, entitled "Glengrove Avenue West from Yonge Street to Avenue Road - Traffic Calming Pilot Project - Speed Humps", approved the alteration of sections of the pavement of Glengrove Avenue West, subject to the favourable results of polling of the affected residents pursuant to the City policy related to speed hump installation.

Comments:

Poll Results

The former City of Toronto's Speed Hump Policy (adopted by Council at its meeting of August 21, 1997) requires that a poll of residents be conducted on streets being considered for speed hump installations, and that at least 60% of valid responses to the poll endorse the speed hump proposal. A poll of residents was conducted by Works and Emergency Services staff between February 17 and March 13, 1998. Some 60% of eligible voters returned valid responses to the poll, and the results are as follows:

No. ofPercentage of

ResponsesValid Responses

In support of the speed hump proposal14163%

Opposed to the speed hump proposal 8437%

Design Refinements

Based on discussions with the Glengrove Traffic Committee, the number of speed humps on Glengrove Avenue West from Yonge Street to Avenue Road which were originally proposed (12) has been reduced to 10 humps. A list of the speed hump locations is included in Appendix A of this report. The revised proposal is also shown on the attached print of Drawing No. 421F-5144 dated November, 1997. Copies of the plan were circulated to the emergency services (fire, ambulance and police). These minor refinements to the Glengrove Avenue West speed hump plan constitute a technical amendment to the plan which does not alter its intent or function and accordingly, in my view, would not require the re-advertising of the draft by-law.

Signage

While the poll was open, the Glengrove Avenue traffic committee wrote to City staff and Councillors Anne Johnston and Michael Walker requesting that speed humps not be installed unless the accompanying signage was significantly reduced. The existing practice is to place a yellow and black warning sign at each speed hump, on the right side of the street, to warn road users of the presence of a hump. On a two-way street, this results in two signs per hump (one facing each direction of travel). This plan was developed in consultation with emergency service staff, who stressed the importance of being able to locate each hump accurately, even under fresh snow conditions. A sketch of the signage was attached to the previous Departmental report (August 22, 1997) and included with the poll.

To put the City's current signage requirements in context, the signs are an integral element of the programme at this time and have a direct bearing on the City's legal liability position. The special enabling Provincial legislation that was secured by the City, first in 1973 for a pilot project in North Toronto (Balmoral and Farnham Avenues between Yonge Street and Avenue Road) and amended in 1992 to accommodate the speed bumps in lanes programme, explicitly prescribes that any City by-law passed pursuant to it must indicate in all cases the signage plan. In turn, the basis for the signage plan set out in By-law No. 554-92 (now incorporated into Chapter 400-28 of the Municipal code), "to designate parts of certain lanes as speed control zones, to authorize the installation of speed control devices and to provide for the marking of speed control zones and devices by signs", was a scheme approved by the Ministry of Transportation in deliberations preceding the enactment of the special legislation. Although this is primarily related to the signing of speed bumps in public laneways, the rationale is also applicable, if not more so, to speed humps on City streets because of the greater traffic volumes and higher speeds compared to laneways.

Staff nevertheless recognize that the aesthetics of the signs is a concern for some residents. As a result, the views of the fire, police and ambulance services, and the City Solicitor, were sought about the possibility of relaxing the signage requirement so that each block would carry a sign indicating the presence of speed humps ahead, rather than each individual hump. For Glengrove Avenue West, this would result in 12 new signs, as opposed to the originally proposed 20 signs. I note that each hump would still have distinctive and dominant pavement markings (large white triangles) which would be visible in all but snow conditions.

Ms. Sylvia Watson, Solicitor for Toronto Community Council, has advised in part with respect to signage required under the special traffic calming legislation:

"Subject to any Emergency Services concerns respecting safety issues, any liability concerns would be from an engineering design perspective, i.e. have all of the necessary analyses for good road design (of the traffic calming measures) and issues from the public user point of view been considered (i.e. children, rollerblading, road hockey, visually impaired pedestrians, etc.) and satisfactorily resolved (including signage)."

Ambulance Services staff have advised that they would prefer to see signs identifying every hump, but an acceptable compromise would be to put both signs on the same pole back to back, so that although the signs would be on the wrong side of the road for one direction of travel, there would be fewer sign poles. This, however, would not reduce the number of signs on the street.

Since, according to the Solicitor, there does not appear to be a prescribed legal requirement to sign each speed hump location, but rather the use of the advisory signage falls back to "sound engineering practice", staff have undertaken a review of recommended practice and the procedures of other jurisdictions.

There is no doubt that the City's current speed hump signage (uneven pavement symbol on a yellow diamond-shaped background) is consistent with provincial regulations identified in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), and satisfies the City's legal liability to warn motorists of a potential hazard. In addition, the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) has published a design guide for speed humps which recommends that each installation be signed in accordance with the local MUTCD. The Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) is developing a guide to traffic calming. In the most recent draft (April 1998) signs are recommended at each hump, and in addition, approximately 50 metres in advance of each hump. This would actually double the number of signs currently used in Toronto applications.

Based on a review of a small sample of jurisdictions in Canada, we have encountered none thus far that do not sign each location. A number of municipalities in the United States also seem to follow this practice for the most part, although there does appear to be greater divergence. Montgomery County, Maryland, a community within commuting distance of Washington DC, has nearly 1300 speed humps in place, and has speed hump signs at every hump to satisfy emergency response and snow plowing operational concerns. One area we have come across that does not sign each location is Portland, Oregon, with some 400 to 500 speed humps. Signs are posted at the beginning and end of each street with speed humps. The signs may indicate that speed humps exist over the "next 4 blocks" or "next 1/2 mile", and no signs are installed at minor intersections. Portland has very little snow, however. Austin, Texas also has a significant number of speed humps and typically places signs only at the beginning of a series of humps, and at entrances from side streets. Again, snow is not an issue here. No information has been received from Europe, where speed humps have been in place for many years. In northern Europe, where snow is common, the speed hump signage requirements should be of direct relevance to this debate.

Conclusions:

It is important to note that the City's current signage for speed humps in roads which involves a sign at each location has been applied at over 60 locations throughout the City and has not resulted in any complaints. The scheme is recommended by ambulance services and is consistent with current practice in many North American jurisdictions, although there is some divergence. In Ontario, there does not seem to be a legal requirement to sign each hump location, but sound engineering judgment is required to minimize liability.

The City's current practice would appear to provide the maximum degree of liability protection. This is not to say that the alternative outlined above to reduce signage would not be acceptable, but there is a question as to whether more risk may be assumed. Under the circumstances, I

would suggest that we continue to research northern European experience. As well, with more installations in the City, the expectation by road users of encountering these measures will also increase. As such, it is premature for staff to recommend relaxation of the signage requirement at this time, but perhaps in the near future, the issue can be revisited.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Nigel Tahair, Transportation Technologist

392-7711

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Appendix A

Glengrove Avenue West from Yonge Street to Avenue Road

Proposed Speed Hump Locations

Insert Table/Map No. 1

Glengrove Avenue West

The Toronto Community Council also submits Clause 45 of Report No. 11 of the City Services Committee of the former City of Toronto, headed "Traffic Calming Pilot Project - Speed Humps - Glengrove Avenue West", which was adopted by City Council at its meeting held on September 22 and 23, 1997:

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The Committee recommends the adoption of the report (August 22, 1997) from the Commissioner of City Works Services:

Subject: Glengrove Avenue West from Yonge Street to Avenue Road - Traffic Calming Pilot Project - Speed Humps (Ward 15)

Origin: City Services Committee meeting of February 8, 1995 (p:\1997\ug\cws\ipt\cs970235.ipt) - ah

Recommendations:

1.That approval be given to alter sections of the pavement on Glengrove Avenue West from Yonge Street to Avenue Road for traffic calming purposes, as noted in Appendix A of this report, and as described below, with implementation subject to the favourable results of polling of the affected residents pursuant to the policy related to speed hump installation as recently adopted by City Council:

"The construction of speed humps (i.e. elongated speed bumps) on Glengrove Avenue West from Yonge Street to Avenue Road, generally as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. 421F-5082, dated July 1997";

2.That the speed limit be reduced from forty kilometres per hour to thirty kilometres per hour on Glengrove Avenue West from Yonge Street to Avenue Road, coincident with the implementation of traffic calming; and

3.That the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to implement the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any bills that might be required to authorize the work and amend the appropriate Schedules of Chapter 400 of the Municipal Code accordingly.

Background: City Services Committee at its February 8, 1995 meeting in considering a communication (January 11, 1995) from Gordon J. Ewen, Director, Traffic, Lytton Park Residents Organization, requested City Works staff to assist the residents in developing a neighbourhood traffic management plan for the area bounded by Avenue Road, Lawrence Avenue West, Yonge Street and Roselawn Avenue (Clause 28 in City Services Committee Report No. 4). An area-wide plan was developed but was rejected at a series of public meetings in June 1996. Since that time, a group of residents of Glengrove Avenue West, one of the streets in the Lytton Park Area, has been working with City Works staff to develop a traffic calming plan which has culminated in the present proposal.

Comments:

Existing Conditions

Glengrove Avenue West between Yonge Street and Avenue Road is a one kilometre long, 8.5 metre wide residential collector street with a 40 km/h speed limit. Traffic signals are located at Yonge Street, Duplex Avenue and Avenue Road, while its intersections with Rosewell Avenue and Heather Street are under all-way stop control. Trucks are prohibited at all times.

Parking is prohibited on the south side from Yonge Street to Duplex Avenue, and on the north side of the same block, one hour parking is authorized between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Between Glen Castle Street and Rosewell Avenue, adjacent to the John Ross Robertson Public School, a school pick-up/drop-off zone exists on the north side between 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Otherwise, the three-hour parking regulation is in effect on both sides of the street.

The following data were obtained from traffic counts undertaken by City Works staff on Glengrove Avenue West in March, 1997:

The traffic volumes recorded above were somewhat lower than other earlier counts which suggest that traffic volumes in the 2,500 - 3,000 vehicles per day range might be more typical.

Traffic Calming Proposal

The traffic calming proposal, as illustrated on the attached print of Drawing No. 421F-5082 dated July 1997, consists of twelve speed humps at spacings of between 45 and 90 metres. The design will employ a "sinusoidal" shape measuring 4 m in length with a maximum height of 10 cm with the accompanying requisite signage and pavement marking plan generally as shown on the attached sketch dated July 1997. The use of 10 cm high speed humps should result in travel speeds of around 25 to 30 km/h and accordingly a speed limit reduction to 30 km/h, as permitted by the City of Toronto Act, 1996, would be appropriate. No impacts on parking are anticipated, no changes to parking regulations are required, and the effects on snow removal, street cleaning and garbage collection should be minimal.

Proponents of the plan have surveyed residents of the street and have advised that 73% of respondents would favour the installation of speed humps on their street. Initial discussions have been undertaken with the emergency services but no public meetings have been held. Further consultations can continue concurrently with the plan approval process, as necessary.

As City Services Committee will recall, a comprehensive policy report on speed hump use on City streets was considered by City Services Committee at its July 16, 1997 meeting and adopted by Council at its meeting of August 21 and 22, 1997. It is important to note that the proposed speed hump policy recommends a formal City polling process of households directly abutting the section of street under consideration for speed hump installations. Under this policy, at least 60% of those responding should be in favour of the proposal to authorize implementation. Accordingly, staff will conduct a poll of residents and report on the poll results at the deputation meeting for the project.

The changes proposed to the Glengrove Avenue West pavement as set out above constitute an alteration to a public highway pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Act.

As City Services Committee knows, pursuant to the requirements of the Municipal Act, the intent of Council to enact a by-law to authorize any physical changes resulting in the alteration of the pavement configuration must be advertised and subsequently be subject to a public hearing. Given that there is not enough time left in this term of Council, it will not be possible to complete the process this year. However, approval of this matter by Council on September 22, 1997 will enable the statutory advertising to proceed and a hearing to be held early in the term of the new Council. In the interim, consultations with the emergency services agencies will be undertaken to ensure that the detailed design does not unduly hamper their respective operations.

The estimated cost of this proposal is $20,000. Funds for this purpose have been included in City Works Services 1998 Capital Budget request under bicycle lane and traffic calming initiatives and if the budget is approved and by-laws enacted upon consideration of deputations at a public hearing as noted above, the work can be implemented in 1998.

This project is pre-approved in accordance with Schedule A of the Class Environmental Assessment for Municipal Roads Projects.

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Appendix A

Glengrove Avenue West from Avenue Road to Avenue Road

Proposed Speed Hump Locations

Insert Table/Map No. 1

Dwg. No. 421F-5082 dated July 1997

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Speed Hump Signs & Pavement Markings

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Hearing - Alteration of Highland Avenue,

Roxborough Drive and Scholfield Avenue (Midtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that a draft by-law in the form of the draft by-law be enacted.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, that pursuant to Clause 43 of Report No. 11 of the City Services Committee of the former City of Toronto, titled, "Proposed Traffic Circle - Highland Avenue, Roxborough Drive and Scholfield Avenue" which was adopted by City Council at its meeting on September 22 and 23, 1997, notice of its hearing on May 6, 1998, with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on April 14, April 21, April 28 and May 5, 1998.

The following persons appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Ms. Erin O'Connor, Toronto, Ontario

-Mr. James Norris, Toronto, Ontario

-Ms. Pat Faircloth, Toronto, Ontario

-Ms. Kary Firstbrook, Toronto, Ontario

-Mr. William Deacon, Toronto, Ontario

The Toronto Community Council submits the following draft by-law:

Bill No.

BY-LAW No.

To further amend former City of Toronto By-law No. 602-89, being "A By-law To authorize the construction, widening, narrowing, alteration and repair of sidewalks, pavements and curbs at various locations", respecting the alteration of Highland Avenue, Roxborough Drive and Scholfield Avenue by narrowing the pavement by the installation of a traffic circle.

WHEREAS notice of a proposed By-law regarding the proposed alteration was published in a daily newspaper on , , and , 1998 and interested persons were given an opportunity to be heard at a public meeting held on , 1998 and it is appropriate to amend the by-law to permit the alteration.

The Council of The City of Toronto HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

1.Former City of Toronto By-law No. 602-89, being "A By-law To authorize the construction, widening, narrowing, alteration and repair of sidewalks, pavements and curbs at various locations", is amended:

(1)by inserting in Columns 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, respectively, of Schedule "B-3" (Pavement Narrowing) the following:

(Column 1 (Column 2(Column 3(Column 4(Column 5(Column 6Side orDrawing

Street)Location)Width)From)To)No./Date)

Highlandinstallation 421F-5119

Avenue/of dated

RoxboroughtrafficAugust 25, 1997

Drive/circle

Scholfield14.0 m in

Avenuediameter

ENACTED and PASSED this ______ day of ______________, A.D. 1998.

MEL LASTMAN,NOVINA WONG,

MayorCity Clerk

(Corporate Seal)

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The Toronto Community Council also submits Clause 43 of Report No. 11 of the City Services Committee of the former City of Toronto, headed "Proposed Traffic Circle - Highland Avenue, Roxborough Drive and Schofield Avenue", which was adopted by City Council at its meeting held on September 22 and 23, 1997:

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The Committee recommends the adoption of the report (August 25, 1997) from the Commissioner of City Works Services:

Origin: Commissioner of City Works Services (p:\1997\ug\cws\ipt\cs970265.ipt) - sah

Recommendations:

1.That approval be given to alter the pavement within the intersection of Highland Avenue, Roxborough Drive and Scholfield Avenue for traffic calming purposes, described as follows:

"The narrowing of the pavement within the intersection of Highland Avenue, Roxborough Road and Scholfield Avenue by the installation of a traffic circle of a diameter of 14.0 metres for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. 421F-5119 dated August 25, 1997";

2.That the introduction of a one-way operation in a counterclockwise direction around the traffic circle in the intersection identified in Recommendation No. 1 above, be approved coincident with the implementation of the work;

3.That the existing "Stop" regulations at the Highland Avenue/Roxborough Drive/Scholfield Avenue intersection be rescinded and that the introduction of "Yield" signs at all five legs of the intersection be approved coincident with the implementation of the work; and

4.That the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to implement the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that might be required to authorize the work and amend the appropriate Schedules of Chapter 400 of the Municipal Code accordingly.

Comments: Councillor John Adams and staff of City Works Services have over the past few months examined traffic conditions at the request of residents in the North Rosedale area generally south of the CPR corridor and east of Mount Pleasant Road. Although a number of potential traffic calming measures for various area streets were considered, the review ultimately focused on traffic conditions at the intersection of Highland Avenue, Roxborough Drive and Scholfield Avenue. A proposal has been developed which would use a circular island, or traffic circle, in the middle of the intersection to direct traffic within the intersection in a counterclockwise direction, thus slowing down vehicles through the intersection and improving safety.

The intersection of Highland Avenue, Roxborough Drive and Scholfield Avenue is a 5-legged intersection with a very large expanse of pavement (approximately 30 metres across). The intersection itself is formed by the meeting of five residential streets, all of which have two-way operations. Currently traffic is controlled on Highland Avenue and on Scholfield Avenue by stop signs. The intersection handles about 2,500 vehicles per day in total and there is a Toronto Transit Commission bus route operating on Scholfield Avenue and the east portion of Highland Avenue.

Residents are concerned by the speed of traffic through the intersection, in particular traffic approaching eastbound on Roxborough Drive, where because of the gradient, it would not be advisable to implement stop control. The lack of any guidance to vehicles manoeuvring within the intersection, particularly left turning vehicles, is also of concern. In order to limit the travel portion of the roadway within the intersection a circle with a diameter of 14 metres should be installed, approximately in the centre of the intersection, thus reducing the available roadway to about 8.5 metres from the closest curb. This circle would have a 1 m apron which could be used for larger vehicles, encircling a 1 m wide sidewalk with a 10 m wide raised, planted area contained by a low brick wall. The proposal is illustrated in the attached print of Drawing No. 421F-5119 dated August25, 1997. The plantings could be flowers, shrubs, or something of a similar nature in keeping with the surrounding area. This island vegetation will be maintained by the area residents.

In order for traffic to operate safely in the situation proposed above, the travel portion of the roadway within the intersection would be required to have a one-way counterclockwise operation (i.e., all traffic entering the circle must turn right and continue going counterclockwise around the circle until reaching the desired exit). The approaches to the circle would have to be appropriately signed, alerting motorists that they must yield to traffic in the circle ahead, and that there is a one-way operation in effect. All existing stop signs at the intersection should be removed.

Implementation of the above proposal would result in some minor inconveniences to motorists wishing to make left turns at this intersection as they will have to proceed around the circle.

The installation of a traffic circle in the intersection of Highland Avenue, Roxborough Drive and Scholfield Avenue and the associated road narrowings constitutes an alteration to a public highway pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Act.

As City Services Committee knows, pursuant to the requirements of the Municipal Act, the intent of Council to enact a by-law to authorize any physical changes resulting in the alteration of the pavement alignment must be advertised and subsequently be subject to a public hearing. Given that there is not enough time left in this term of Council, it will not be possible to complete the process this year. However, Councillor Adams has requested that this report be submitted at this time as approval of this matter by Council on September 22, 1997 will enable the statutory advertising to proceed and a hearing to be held early in the term of the new Council. In the interim, consultations with the Toronto Transit Commission and emergency services agencies will be undertaken to ensure that the detailed design does not unduly hamper their respective operations.

The estimated cost of this proposal is $50,000. Funds for this purpose have been included in the City Works Services 1998 Capital Budget request under bicycle lane and traffic calming initiatives and if the budget is approved and by-laws enacted upon consideration of deputations at a public hearing as noted above, the work can be implemented in 1998.

This project is pre-approved in accordance with Schedule A of the Class Environmental Assessment for Municipal Road Projects.

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Dwg. No. 421F-5119 dated Aug. 25, 1997

The Committee also had before it a communication (September 2, 1997) from Erin O'Connor and Pat Faircloth which is included in the additional material and is on file with the City Clerk.

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The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, having also had before it, during consideration of the foregoing matter the following communications and copies thereof are on file in the office of the City Clerk:

-(March 26, 1998) from Mr. James Norris, addressed to Councillor Adams;

-(undated) from Mr. James Norris - request to delay approving Traffic Circle By-law;

-(May 6, 1998) from Mr. James Norris;

-(May 4, 1998) from Mr. Bill Deacon, Chairman, North Rosedale Ratepayers' Traffic Committee; and

-(May 5, 1998) from Erin O'Connor and Pat Faircloth

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Scarborough Road/Woodale Avenue Intersection -

Design Refinement to Intersection Realignment (East Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April15,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To introduce a technical amendment to refine the previously approved realignment and narrowing of the Scarborough Road/Woodale Avenue intersection.

Funding Sources, Funding Implications and Impact Statement:

Funds to cover the work, in the estimated amount of $20,000, are included in the Department's 1998 Capital Budget request.

Recommendations:

(1) That By-law No. 1997-0403 authorizing the narrowing of the Scarborough Road/Woodale Avenue intersection, be amended to incorporate the design refinements described in the text of this report and illustrated in the attached print of Revised Drawing No. 421F-5043, April 1998, as follows:

- delete the entries in Section 1(1) under Columns 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 and replace with the following:

(Column 1(Column 2(Column 3Column 4(Column 5(Column 6

Side orWidth)From)To)Drawing

Street)Location)No./Date)

Scarborougheastfrom: 8.5 ma point 10 ma point 10 mRevised

Roadto: 6.0 m -north of south of 421F-5043,

8.5 mWoodale AveWoodale AveApril 1998

(2) That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to implement the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Background:

The previous Toronto City Council, at its meeting of August 21, 1997 in considering Clause 7 in City Services Committee Report No. 10, among other things, authorized the enactment of a by-law for the physical alteration of Scarborough Road at its intersection with Woodale Avenue. By-law No. 1997-0403 and the referenced drawing establish the configuration of this intersection narrowing. At the request of Councillor Tom Jakobek, Works staff have assessed the approved intersection configuration and developed refinements, which while serving the same purpose as the original plan, can be installed effectively in conjunction with an asphalt overlay planned for this year.

Comments:

The approved configuration for the Scarborough Road/Woodale Avenue intersection involves the installation of an island on the west side which would narrow the south leg to a width of 6.0 m. By taking advantage of the maintenance work planned for Scarborough Road this year, there is an opportunity to extend the curb, sidewalk and boulevard areas on the northeast and southeast corners of the intersection as illustrated in the attached Revised Drawing No. 421F-5043, April 1998. The pavement narrowings would still result in a 6.0 m width. Enhanced landscaping potential will be explored as part of the detailed design.

Given that the proposed refinement to the approved intersection design will serve the same purpose as the original, I am of the view that it represents a technical amendment which does not alter the intent or fundamental function of the plan, and accordingly should not require the readvertising of the by-law.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Andrew Koropeski, Director

Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division

392-7711

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Scarborough Road/Woodale avenue

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Enforcement of Unauthorized Parking City Parks - Appointment

of City Parks and Recreation Staff as Provincial Offences

Officers-Enforcement of Municipal Code Chapter 255-Parks

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April9,1998) from the Regional Directors, Toronto Parks and Recreation:

Purpose:

That the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism be authorized to ticket illegally parked vehicles in City Parks, under the Municipal Code Chapter 255 - Parks.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Funding not required. Training is provided by Metropolitan Toronto Police Department.

Recommendations:

(1)That the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism be authorized to appoint Dianna Clarke, Lorie Stuart, John Davis and Brian Green as Provincial Offences Officers and Municipal Law Enforcement Officers as required and that By-law Nos. 379 and 586, respectively be amended accordingly.

(2)Authority be granted for appointed employees to ticket illegally parked cars in City parks which are posted as required by the Metropolitan Toronto Police Department, Parking Enforcement Unit.

(3)That the City Solicitor be authorized to undertake any necessary arrangement, including the preparation and execution of an agreement with the Metropolitan Toronto Police Services Board, to ensure mutual cooperation in the enforcement of parking in City Parks.

Council Reference:

Toronto City Council, at its meeting held on July 2, 1996, adopted Clause 30 of Executive Committee Report No. 20 entitled "Enforcement of Unauthorized Parking in City Parks - Municipal Code Chapter 255 - Parks". This report recommended the appointment of certain Parks and Recreation staff as Provincial Offences Officers and Municipal Law Enforcement Officers in answer to ongoing difficulties with unauthorized parking in City parks.

As a result, two Parks and Recreation staff attended the Metropolitan Toronto Police training course for Municipal Law Enforcement Officers with a view to obtaining the necessary training to tag and tow cars parked without authorization in parks. This training is the same as that provided to private companies who do enforcement on the City's behalf on private and municipal property. The latter arrangement has been in place between the Metro Police and the City for a number of years. I am satisfied, after having had the material reviewed by Legal Services, that this training is adequate for the particular needs of the Parks and Recreation staff who have successfully completed the course.

Comments:

Enforcement of Parking in Parks

Offences with respect to parking in City parks are contained in Municipal Code Chapter 255. Parks and the City has set fine approval for those offences under Part II of the Provincial Offences Act. Under the Provincial Offences Act, the Solicitor General can designate classes of persons to act as Provincial Offences Officers. There is a general designation by the Solicitor General under the Provincial Offences Act for "all employees of municipalities whose duties include the enforcement of municipal by-laws as Provincial Offences Officers for the purpose of all by-law offences". It would, therefore, be appropriate for the City to appoint Parks and Recreation staff as Provincial Offences Officers for the purposes of enforcing Municipal Code Chapter 255, Parks. However, given that the nature of parking enforcement is quite specialized, in terms of issuing the Parking Infraction Notice, it appears wise to continue to have Parks and Recreation staff trained by the Metropolitan Toronto Police with respect to the issuance of tags and the requisite follow up procedure and to have By-law No. 379-80 amended from time to time to appoint such further Parks and Recreation staff as Provincial Offences Officers as are necessary.

Metro Police staff have advised that in order for these Parks and Recreation staff to continue to be trained and supervised by the Metro Police for the purpose of enforcing parking offences in parks, they will have to be appointed as Municipal Law Enforcement Officers, in order to fall within their existing programme for parking enforcement administration.

Implementation

It is not clear at this point whether an agreement will be required for the Metro Police to provide the requisite training to the City's staff from time to time as well as to allow for the Metro Police to administer this enforcement, as there appears to be no clear parallel in the City where City staff are enforcing parking offences. However, if formalized arrangements are required by the Metro Police, then the City Solicitor should be authorized to enter into any arrangements which are determined necessary on behalf of the City, including having the appropriate agreement prepared and executed.

Amendment of By-law No. 379-80

By-law No. 379-80, as amended, is a by-law to appoint Provincial Offences Officers. Should the Committee approve the enforcement of unauthorized parking in parks as set out in this report, then the appropriate amendment should be made to Schedule "F" of By-law No. 379-80 to appoint Dianna Clarke, Lorie Stuart, John Davis and Brian Green. These employees should also be appointed as Municipal Law Enforcement Officers by the appropriate amendment to By-law No. 586-89.

Parks and Recreation staff have been experiencing difficulties with unauthorized parking in City parks. It appears that for a number of reasons certain individuals have accelerated the practice of parking on roads within parks, on parkland and this situation is impacting negatively on access for parks vehicles, parks maintenance staff and visitors, and clear passage for other vehicles, especially emergency vehicles on these roadways and parklands.

Contact:

Name:Mario Zanetti, Regional Director - West

E-Mail:mzanetti@city.toronto.on.ca

Tel:392-1905

Fax:392-0845

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Narrowing of the Pavement - Palmerston Avenue (Midtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April22,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To authorize the narrowing of the existing pavement on Palmerston Avenue at Bloor Street West to discourage through traffic, decrease pedestrian crossing distances and physically deter the unlawful entry of vehicles into the one-way street.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

The incremental cost of the Palmerston Avenue pavement narrowing is nominal, as it is being carried out with previously scheduled reconstruction work, which in turn is accommodated within the funds approved under the extended Canada Ontario Infrastructure Works Programme, Account No. 271-716-39223-7FEAT-C1201.

Recommendations:

(1)That approval be given to narrow the pavement from a width of 7.28 metres to a width varying from 5.5 metres to 7.28 metres along the east side of PALMERSTON AVENUE from Bloor Street West to 11 metres north of Bloor Street West, as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2194, dated April 1998"; and

(2)That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect thereto including the introduction in Council of any Bills that are required.

Comments:

The extended Canada Ontario Infrastructure Works Programme approved by the Council of the former City of Toronto last year includes, among other things, the reconstruction of the sidewalks on both sides of Bloor Street West between Bathurst Street and Christie Street. In connection with the ongoing work in this area, Councillor John Adams has requested the installation of a pinch point on Palmerston Avenue just north of Bloor Street West, in a configuration similar to the pinch points installed in 1996 at a number of streets intersecting Bloor Street West between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street.

Palmerston Avenue, from Bloor Street West to London Street, is a one-way southbound residential street with an existing pavement width of 7.28 metres. The speed limit is 40 kilometres per hour. This section of Palmerston Avenue is located in permit parking area 'P' with authorized parking on the east side.

The provision of a pinch point, or minor pavement narrowing to a width of 5.5 metres and corresponding widening of the east sidewalk as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2194 dated April 1998, will deter the unlawful entry of northbound vehicles, decrease the length of the pedestrian crossing and increase sidewalk/boulevard space. It should be noted that the pavement on this section of Palmerston Avenue is over 90 years old and requires replacement at the Bloor Street West intersection in connection with the ongoing sidewalk reconstruction. As a result, the incremental cost of the minor pavement narrowing is nominal and can be accommodated within the overall project budget.

This work is pre-approved in accordance with Schedule A of the Class Environment Assessment for Municipal Road Projects.

The narrowing of the pavement on Palmerston Avenue constitutes an alteration to public highway pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Act.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

John Niedra, Manager of Programmes, 392-7711

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Map

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Forman Avenue - 'Student Pick-Up and Drop-Off Area' -

Manor Montessori School (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)the existing "One hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" parking regulation on the west side of Forman Avenue from Manor Road East to HillsdaleAvenue East be rescinded;

(2)parking on the west side of Forman Avenue from a point 13 metres north of ManorRoad East to a point 30 metres further north be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 3:30p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday;

(3)parking on the west side of Forman Avenue from 43 metres north of Manor Road East to Hillsdale Avenue East be restricted to a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; and

(4)the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 16, 1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To provide a student pick-up and drop-off zone for the Manor Montessori School on Forman Avenue, with a 10 minute parking limit to enable parents to accompany young children into the school.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable

Recommendations:

(1)That the existing "One hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" parking regulation on the west side of Forman Avenue from Manor Road East to Hillsdale Avenue East be rescinded;

(2)That parking on the west side of Forman Avenue from a point 13 metres north of Manor Road East to a point 30 metres further north be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday;

(3)That parking on the west side of Forman Avenue from 30 metres north of Manor Road East to Hillsdale Avenue East be restricted to a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; and

(4)That the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Comments:

Directors of the Manor Montessori School located on the west side of Forman Avenue between Manor Road East and Hillsdale Avenue East have requested that consideration be given to amending the existing parking regulations on Forman Avenue, to facilitate pick-up and drop-off of children attending this establishment.

Currently parking is available for a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Forman Avenue from Manor Road East to Hillsdale Avenue East. Implementation of this proposal would provide about five short stay parking spaces and should not adversely affect the safe and efficient operation of traffic on Forman Avenue.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Joe Gallippi, Transportation Technologist

392-7711

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Walmer Road, Austin Terrace and Spadina Road -

Reduction of Speed Limit (Midtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April7,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, CityWorks Services:

Purpose:

To introduce a 40 kilometre per hour speed limit on the above sections of Walmer Road, Austin Terrace and Spadina Road.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1) That the speed limit be reduced from 50 kilometres per hour to 40 kilometres per hour on the following streets:

a) Spadina Road (a former Metro arterial road), between Austin Terrace and the north limit of the bridge, south of St. Clair Avenue West;

b) Austin Terrace, between Spadina Road and Walmer Road; and

c) Walmer Road, between Austin Terrace and Davenport Road; and

(2) That the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be necessary.

Background:

At its meeting on October 6 and 7, 1997, the former City of Toronto Council adopted Clause 20 in Executive Committee Report No. 23, entitled Spadina Road from St. Clair Avenue West to the Bridge South of St. Clair Avenue West - Reduction of Speed Limit and, in doing so, lowered the speed limit to 40 kilometres per hour on the subject section of Spadina Road under City jurisdiction and further, requested the former Metropolitan Council to lower the speed limit on the Metropolitan section of Spadina Road, between Austin Terrace and the north limit of the bridge south of St. Clair Avenue West from 50 kilometres per hour to 40 kilometres per hour.

Comments:

Spadina Road, Austin Terrace, and Walmer Road in this area are narrow collector roads with residential frontage. The section of Spadina Road between Austin Terrace and the north limit of the bridge south of St. Clair Avenue West is approximately 400 metres in length and was previously a Metropolitan roadway because the Spadina Subway line is located below it. North of the bridge to St. Clair Avenue West, Spadina Road was under the jurisdiction of the former City of Toronto and is now controlled by a 40 kilometre per hour speed limit as approved in the above noted Clause. Austin Terrace and Walmer Road are also local streets. These sections of roadway form the connection around Casa Loma from Davenport Road to Spadina Road.

In order to provide a consistent speed limit between Davenport Road and St. Clair Avenue West, a 40 kilometre per hour speed limit should be introduced on Spadina Road, Austin Terrace and Walmer Road as noted in Recommendation No. 1, above.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Stephen Benjamin

Manager of Transportation Operations

392-7771

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Strachan Avenue and Fleet Street - Parking Regulations

(Trinity-Niagara)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)the following report (April 14, 1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services be adopted; and

(2)implementation occur at the end of the school year or June 30, 1998, whichever occurs first.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 14, 1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation, City Works Services:

Purpose:

This proposal is intended to enhance traffic operation and pedestrian safety in the vicinity of Exhibition Place.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1) That standing be prohibited at anytime on both sides of Fleet Street from Strachan Avenue to a point 104.0 metres east;

(2) That standing be prohibited at anytime on the west side of Strachan Avenue from Lake Shore Boulevard West to a point 119.0 metres north of Fleet Street;

(3) That standing be prohibited at anytime on the east side of Strachan Avenue from Fleet Street to a point 92.2 metres north;

(4) That stopping be prohibited at anytime on the east side of Strachan Avenue from Lake Shore Boulevard West to Fleet Street; and

(5) That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that are required.

Comments:

At the request of the Toronto Police Service and in consultation with Councillor Joe Pantalone, staff have investigated implementing more stringent parking prohibitions on Strachan Avenue and on Fleet Street in the vicinity of Exhibition Place to enhance traffic operation and pedestrian safety, particularly during times when events are scheduled at Exhibition Place and/or Ontario Place.

Stopping is prohibited on the east side of Strachan Avenue from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday and on the west side of Strachan Avenue from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Parking is prohibited at other times on both sides of Strachan Avenue from Lake Shore Boulevard West to Ordnance Street. Parking is prohibited at anytime on both sides of Fleet Street immediately east of Strachan Avenue.

Notwithstanding the current regulations the Toronto Police Service has observed numerous vehicles parked (many displaying a disabled persons parking permit which exempts them from the current parking prohibition) or stopped for long periods of time while waiting to pick-up a passenger. This has lead to double parking at times and has caused traffic congestion resulting in lengthy delays to public transit vehicles operating on Fleet Street.

The introduction of the more stringent standing and/or stopping prohibitions recommended above will allow for loading and unloading of passengers where appropriate and will discourage stopping where it presents a problem, thereby enhancing traffic flow, improving pedestrian safety and reducing delays to public transit operations.

Implementation of this proposal will not impact on the number of parking spaces currently available on Fleet Street closer to Bathurst Street.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Bob Runnings, 392-7771, Traffic Investigator

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Roselawn Avenue, North Side, West of Oriole Parkway -

Rescindment of "No Parking 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Monday to Friday" Parking Regulations (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April3,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, CityWorks Services:

Purpose:

To rescind the "No Parking 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" parking regulation on the north side of Roselawn Avenue, west of Oriole Parkway.

Recommendations:

(1) That the existing "No Parking 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" parking regulation on the north side of Roselawn Avenue from a point 11.0 metres west of Oriole Parkway to a point 17.5 metres further west be rescinded; and

(2)That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Background:

City Council, of the former City of Toronto, at its meeting of September 22 and 23, 1997, in considering Clause 72 in City Services Committee Report No. 11, entitled Roselawn Avenue, north side, west of Oriole Parkway - Prohibition of parking from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, adopted said Clause and in doing so, requested City Works Services to report back to the appropriate Committee on rescinding this parking prohibition by May 15, 1998.

Comments:

The former Metropolitan Toronto Separate School Board in anticipation of a temporary elementary school facility at the former Department of National Defence College at Premises No. 1107 Avenue Road, requested that parking be prohibited on the north side of Roselawn Avenue from a point 11 metres west of Oriole Parkway to a point 17.5 metres further west. This request was made in order to provide a suitable turning radius for school buses at the intersection of Oriole Parkway and Roselawn Avenue, especially during the winter months, when the presence of parked vehicles and snow accumulation can significantly reduce the clear pavement width on Roselawn Avenue.

As this was to be a temporary measure only, and as requested by City Council, I recommend that the parking prohibition be rescinded as described in Recommendation No. 1, above. The rescindment of this regulation will re-introduce the three hour maximum parking limit and permit parking will operate from 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., within the described area.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Teresa Carmichael,

Traffic Investigator - 392-7771

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Mackay Avenue, from Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue -

Implementation of Alternate Side Parking (Davenport)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April20,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To consider a request to implement alternate side parking on Mackay Avenue, from Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

In order to implement alternate side parking on Mackay Avenue, from Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue, the following should be adopted:

(1) That the recommendations noted in Appendix "A", attached, be implemented; and

(2) That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that are required.

Comments:

At the request of Councillor Betty Disero, on behalf of area residents, City Works Services has investigated the feasibility of implementing alternate side parking on Mackay Avenue, from Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue, for the purpose of allowing both sides of the street to be mechanically swept to remove litter and debris.

Mackay Avenue, from Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue, operates one-way eastbound with a pavement width of 7.3 metres.

On the section from Dufferin Street to Via Italia, parking is regulated as follows:

North side:

Parking is prohibited at anytime.

South side:

- Standing is prohibited from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, from Dufferin Street to a point 49 metres west;

- Parking is prohibited from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, from a point 49 metres west of Dufferin Street to a point 27 metres further west; and

- Parking is allowed for a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, from a point 76 metres west of Dufferin Street to Via Italia.

On the section from Via Italia to Greenlaw Avenue, parking is regulated as follows:

North side:

- Parking is prohibited at anytime.

South side:

- Parking is prohibited at anytime from Via Italia to a point 30 metres west;

- Parking is prohibited at anytime from Greenlaw Avenue to a point 54 metres east; and

- Parking is allowed for a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, from a point 30 metres west of Via Italia to a point 54 metres east of Greenlaw Avenue.

The permit parking system operates on both sections of Mackay Avenue from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily, and parking when otherwise permitted is allowed for a maximum period of three hours.

There are currently a total of 16 south side parking spaces on the section of Mackay Avenue from Dufferin Street to Via Italia and a total of 21 south side parking spaces on the section from Via Italia to Greenlaw Avenue. Staff have determined that an equal number of parking spaces (on a per block basis) would be made available on the north side of the street if alternate side parking were to be implemented. Accordingly such a course of action would not result in the loss of any on-street parking opportunities for area residents and the inventory of permit parking spaces on this street and in permit parking area 3E would remain unchanged.

The provision of alternate side parking on Mackay Avenue will also provide the opportunity to mechanically, as opposed to manually, sweep both sides of this street to remove litter and debris on a more frequent basis.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Colin Booth

Senior Traffic Investigator, 392-7771

Appendix "A"

In order to implement alternate side parking on Mackay Avenue, from Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue, it is recommended that parking regulations on this street be amended as follows:

(1) That the No Parking Anytime" prohibition on the north side of Mackay Avenue, from the west limit of the first lane west of Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue be rescinded;

(2) That the "No Parking Anytime" prohibition on the south side of Mackay Avenue, from Greenlaw Avenue to a point 54 metres east be rescinded;

(3) That parking on the north side of Mackay Avenue, from the first lane west of Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue be prohibited from the 1^st day to the 15^th day of each month , from April 1^st to November 30^th and at anytime from December 1^st of one year to March 31^st of the next following year inclusive;

(4) That parking on the south side of Mackay Avenue, from Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue be prohibited from the 16^th day to the last day of each month from April 1^st to November 30^th inclusive;

(5) That the permit parking system operate on an alternate side basis on Mackay Avenue, from Dufferin Street to Greenlaw Avenue, from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily;

(6) That parking on the north side of Mackay Avenue be permitted for a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from the 1^st to the 15^th of each month, April 1^st to November 30^th inclusive;

(7) That the "One Hour, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday" regulation which operates on the south side of Mackay Avenue, from a point 76 metres west of Dufferin Street to Via Italia, be adjusted to apply from the 1^st to the 15^th day of each month from April 1^st to November 30^th inclusive and December 1^st of one year to March 31^st of the next following year; and

(8) That the "One Hour, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday" regulation which operates on the south side of Mackay Avenue, from a point 30 metres west of Via Italia to a point 54 metres east of Greenlaw Avenue, be extended and adjusted to operate from a point 30 metres west of Via Italia to Greenlaw Avenue from the 1^st to the 15^th day of each month from April1^st to November 30^th inclusive and December 1^st of one year to March 31^st of the next following year.

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Installation/Removal of On-Street Disabled Persons Parking Spaces

(Trinity-Niagara, Davenport, Midtown and East Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April 21, 1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on requests for the installation/removal of a number of disabled on-street parking spaces.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1)That the installation/removal of disabled on-street parking spaces as noted in Table "A" of this report be approved; and

(2)That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Comments:

City Works Services has investigated the feasibility of installing/removing a number of on-street disabled persons parking spaces at various locations as outlined on the attached Table "A" of this report.

All applicants are holders of valid disabled persons parking permits as issued by the Ministry of Transportation and the designated space will not result in the deprivation of more than one on-street parking space. Locations where on-street disabled persons parking spaces are to be removed result from applicants moving, holding expired permits or no longer requiring these on-street parking privileges.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

E. Capizzano, 392-7878

TABLE "A"

Establishment of disabled on-street parking spaces

WardLocation

23Ellsworth Avenue, north side, from a point 71 metres east of Christie Street to a point 5.5 metres further east.

(Source: Ms. G. Gonsalves, a resident of Premises No. 144 Ellsworth Avenue).

21Hallam Street, north side, from a point 30 metres west of Dovercourt Road to a point 5.5 metres further west.

(Source: Mr. S. D. Tran, a resident of Premises No. 148A Hallam Street).

26Wheeler Avenue, east side, from a point 35.5 metres north of Norway Avenue to a point 5.5 metres further north.

(Source: Mr. David Rennie, a resident of 149 Wheeler Avenue).

Removal of disabled on-street parking space

20Claremont Street, east side, a point 72 metres south of Mansfield Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further south.

(Source: Mr. R. Filippelli, of Premises No. 263 Claremont Street has advised that space is no longer required).

21Bartlett Avenue North, east side, from a point 77 metres south of Davenport Road to a point 5.5 metres further south.

(Source: Councillor Betty Disero has advised that Mr. Truax, the original applicant of Premises No. 407 Bartlett Avenue has deceased).

26Copeland Avenue, south side, from a point 78 metres east of Roseheath Avenue to a point 5.5 metres further east.

(Source: Original applicant of Premises No. 27 Copeland Avenue has deceased).

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Rathnally Area Residents' Association - Authorization of

the Development of a Neighbourhood Traffic

Management Plan (Midtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April22,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To authorize the use of staff resources to assist the Rathnally Area Residents' Association traffic committee in developing a traffic management plan.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendation:

That Works and Emergency Services staff assist the Rathnally Area Residents' Association traffic committee in developing a neighbourhood traffic management plan for the area bounded by Avenue Road, the Canadian Pacific Railway, Poplar Plains Road and Poplar Plains Crescent.

Comments:

At the general meeting of the Rathnally Area Residents' Association, held on April 21, 1998, which was also attended by Midtown Councillors John Adams and Ila Bossons, as well as staff from Works and Emergency Services, a motion was passed by those present to form an area traffic committee and further, the motion made a request for staff assistance in developing a traffic management plan for the area bounded by Avenue Road, the Canadian Pacific Railway, Poplar Plains Road and Poplar Plains Crescent. Residents are concerned about the volume of traffic and parking issues, and about the potential traffic impacts of a new business (a garden centre) located on the south-east corner of MacPherson Avenue and Davenport Road/Poplar Plains Road. The Association traffic committee will require considerable staff resources to undertake traffic counts and analysis, provide technical advice on possible alternatives and develop plans and drawings. This approach has been established through the City's Traffic Calming Policy (adopted by City Council at its May 30 and 31, 1994 meeting). Under the policy, authorization from the former City Services Committee was required to dedicate the use of staff resources for such an activity.

Contact Name and Telephone Number

Stephen Benjamin,

Manager, Transportation Operations

392-7773

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Installation of Speed Bumps in Public Laneways

(Trinity-Niagara, Davenport)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April22,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on requests for the installation of speed bumps in various public laneways.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

This work is an element of an ongoing annual programme and the cost is accommodated in the departmental request in the 1998 Capital Programme for Public Laneway improvements.

Recommendations:

(1)That the installation of speed bumps of the type and design noted herein and at locations shown in Table "A" of this report be approved; and

(2)That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may required.

Comments:

City Works Services has received a number of requests regarding the feasibility of installing speed bumps in various public lanes. The attached Table "A" and associated drawings detail the public lane locations which meet the criteria for the installation of speed bumps.

The type and design of the speed bumps to be installed/removed are shown on attached drawing Nos. 421F-5091, 421F-5093, 421F-5160, 421F-5161, 421F-5162, 421F-5169, 421F-5170, 421F-5171 and replace drawing No. 421F-5128 with drawing No. 421F-5153.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

E. Capizzano, 392-7878

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TABLE "A"

Removal

WardLocation

20(170)Lane system bounded by Bloor Street West, St. Clarens Avenue, College Street and Lansdowne Avenue (Ward 3), as shown as on Drawing Nos. 421F-3126, 421F-5127, 421F-5128 and 421F-5129.

Installation

WardLocation

20Lane system bounded by Bloor Street West, St. Clarens Avenue, College Street and Lansdowne Avenue (Ward 20), as shown in Drawing Nos. 421F-3126, 421F-5127, 421F-5129 and 421F-5153.

21First lane north of Davenport Road, between St. Clarens Avenue and Greenlaw Avenue (Ward 21), as shown on Drawing No. 421F-5091.

21First lane south of Davenport Road, between Salem Avenue North and Bartlett Avenue North (Ward 21), as shown on Drawing No. 421F-5093.

21Lane system bounded by Davenport Road, Bristol Avenue, Geary Avenue and Dufferin Street (Ward 21), as shown on Drawing Nos. 421F-5160 and 421F-5161.

21First lane south of Davenport Road, between Ossington Avenue and Shaw Street (Ward 21), as shown on Drawing No. 421F-5162.

21First lane south of Davenport Road, between Ossington Avenue and Somerset Avenue (Ward 21), as shown on Drawing No. 421F-5169.

21Lane system bounded by St. Clair Avenue West, Caledonia Road, Norman Avenue and McRoberts Avenue (Ward 21), as shown on Drawing Nos. 421F-5170 and 421F-5171.

Insert Table/Map No. 1

SPEED BUMPS

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SPEED BUMPS

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SPEED BUMPS

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SPEED BUMPS

Insert Table/Map No. 5

SPEED BUMPS

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SPEED BUMPS

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SPEED BUMPS

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SPEED BUMPS

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SPEED BUMPS

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Niagara Street, West Side, from King Street West to

Wellington Street West - Rescindment of "No Parking" -

Parking Regulation (Trinity-Niagara)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April22,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To rescind the existing "No parking 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" parking regulation on the west side of Niagara Street between King Street West and Wellington Street West.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement

Not Applicable

Recommendations:

(1)That the existing "No parking 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" parking regulation on the west side of Niagara Street between King Street West and Wellington Street West be rescinded; and

(2)That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Comments:

The traffic calming and bicycle lane plan approved for Wellington Street West between Bathurst Street and Niagara Street, by the former City of Toronto Council at its meeting of September 22 and23, 1997, (Clause 7 in City Services Committee Report No. 11) will be implemented early this summer. The traffic calming measures associated with this plan may result in a minor loss of available on-street parking spaces in an area where on street parking is in high demand. In this regard, City Works Services staff have reviewed the original plans with Trinity-Niagara Councillors Joe Pantalone and Mario Silva, as well as resident representatives, to determine if any additional parking opportunities exist in the general area and more specifically on Niagara Street, north of Wellington Street West.

Parking on the subject section of Niagara Street is regulated as follows:

West side:

- permit parking (area 4I) operates from 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., daily,

- parking is prohibited at anytime from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday; and

- parking, when permitted, is otherwise allowed for a maximum period of three hour

maximum.

East Side:

- parking is prohibited at anytime.

Given the above, the rescindment of the existing parking prohibition from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on the west side of the street will provide an additional 15 on-street parking spaces during the day time hours when demand for on-street parking in this general area is high. This change will not have a negative impact on traffic operation but will address residents' parking concerns.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

E. Capizzano - (416) 392-7878

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Braemar Avenue, College View Avenue and Elmsthorpe Avenue

in the Vicinity of Oriole Park Public School -

Changes to Parking Regulations (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April21,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To extend the times of operation of the "10 Minute Student Pick-up/ Drop-off Zones" on Braemar Avenue and Elmsthorpe Avenue, to increase the size of the existing "10 Minute Student Pick-up/ Drop-off Zone" on Elmsthorpe Avenue and to introduce a "10 Minute Student Pick-up/ Drop-off Zone" on the north side of the south branch of College View Avenue in the vicinity of Oriole Park Public School.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1)That the existing times of operation of the "10 Minute Student Pick-up/Drop-off Zone" on the west side of Braemar Avenue from a point 15 metres north of College View Avenue to a point 50 metres further north and from a point 141 metres north of College View Avenue to a point 11 metres further north be adjusted to operate from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. and from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., Monday to Friday;

(2)That the existing parking prohibited times on the west side of Braemar Avenue from a point 15 metres north of College View Avenue to a point 50 metres further north and from a point 141 metres north of College View Avenue to a point 11 metres further north be adjusted to operate from 9:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., from 1:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. and from 4:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday;

(3)That the existing "No Parking 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily" regulation on the east side of Elmsthorpe Avenue from the south branch of College View Avenue to a point 38 metres north and from a point 66.5 metres north of College View Avenue to a point 28.0 metres further north be rescinded;

(4)That the existing "10 Minute Student Pick-up/Drop-off Zone" on the east side of Elmsthorpe Avenue commencing at a point 38.0 metres north of College View Avenue to a point 28.5 metres further north be adjusted to operate on the east side of Elmsthorpe Avenue commencing at a point 15 metres north of College View Avenue to a point 79.5 metres further north, and that parking be permitted for a maximum period of ten minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. and from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., Monday to Friday, within this zone;

(5)That parking be prohibited at anytime on the east side of Elmsthorpe Avenue from the south branch of College View Avenue to a point 15 metres north;

(6)That parking be prohibited from 9:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., from 1:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. and from 4:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday and from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from a point 15 metres north of the south branch of College View Avenue to a point 79.5 metres further north;

(7)That the existing "No Parking 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday" regulation on the north side of College View Avenue from Braemar Avenue to Elmsthorpe Avenue be rescinded;

(8)That parking be permitted for a maximum period of ten minutes on the north side of the south branch of College View Avenue from a point 20 metres west of Braemar Avenue to a point 20 metres east of Elmsthorpe Avenue from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Monday to Friday;

(9)That parking be prohibited at anytime on the north side of College View Avenue from Elmsthorpe Avenue to a point 20 metres east and from Braemar Avenue to a point 20 metres west; and

(10)That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any bills that may be required.

Comments:

In response to a request from Oriole Park Public School in 1996, City Works Services recommended the introduction of a "10 Minute Student Pick-up/Drop-off Zone" on the west side of Braemar Avenue and an additional "10 Minute Student Pick-up/Drop-off Zone" on the east side of Elmsthorpe Avenue outside the school entrances of Oriole Park Public School. The former City of Toronto Council, at its meeting of February 3, 1997, in considering Clause 19 of City Services Committee Report No. 2, entitled Braemar Avenue and Elmsthorpe Avenue in the vicinity of Oriole Park Public School - Introduction of "Student Pick-up and Drop-off Zones", adopted said Clause and in doing so, approved these zones. Signs giving effect to the aforementioned zones were posted on March27,1997.

During the course of the school year, the Oriole Park Public School Safety Committee advised City Works Services that parents were experiencing difficulties in adhering to the times and designated areas of the existing "Student Pick-up/Drop-off Zones". Accordingly, staff of City Works Services met on-site with the Principal of Oriole Park Public School and a representative of the Safety Committee in February 1998, and agreed to a number of changes to the parking regulations to better meet the needs of parents of the students of Oriole Park Public School.

City Works staff were advised that some parents were being ticketed when dropping off their children outside of the designated times, while others were being ticketed for parking outside of the designated loading zones. It would appear that the existing times of operation of the zones do not address the needs of those parents who drop off their children early in the morning, or pick them up outside of scheduled school hours. Further, the lengths of the existing "Student Pick-up/Drop-off Zones" do not appear to address the large number of parents who drive their children to/from school and walk their children into the school building. Parents who park outside of the designated zones are subject to ticketing and contribute to traffic congestion in the area.

Accordingly, it is recommended that the parking regulations be changed as described in Recommendation Nos. 1 - 9, above. The introduction of the larger "Student Pick-up/Drop-off Zone" on Elmsthorpe Avenue and the establishment of a new "Student Pick-up/Drop-off Zone" on the north side of College View Avenue, combined with the extended ten minute pick-up/drop-off times, should better serve the parents and reduce the ticketing that has been taking place.

North Toronto Councillors Michael Walker and Anne Johnston have been consulted in the preparation of this report.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Teresa Carmichael

Traffic Investigator - 392-7771

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Harvard Avenue from Roncesvalles Avenue to

Callender Street - Amendments to the Alternate Side

Parking Regulations (High Park)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April23,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To adjust the alternate side parking system on Harvard Avenue to allow for parking for six months at a time on one side of the street and for six months at a time on the other side.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1)That the existing alternate side/temporal parking regulations on Harvard Avenue, from Roncesvalles Avenue to Callender Street, be rescinded and replaced by the following:

(a) That parking be permitted on the north side for a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, from October 1^st one year to March 31^st of the next following year, inclusive;

(b) That parking be prohibited at anytime on the north side from April 1st to September30^th , inclusive;

(c) That parking be permitted on the south side for a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, from April 1^st to September 30^th, inclusive;

(d) That parking be prohibited at anytime on the south side from October 1^st of one year to March 31^st of the next following year, inclusive;

(2) That the permit parking system, which operates from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., daily, be adjusted to reflect the changes noted in Recommendation No. 1, above; and

(3)That the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Comments:

At the request of Councillor Chris Korwin-Kuczynski, on behalf of residents of Harvard Avenue, Works staff have investigated amending the alternate side parking system on Harvard Avenue, from Roncesvalles Avenue to Callender Street to allow parking continuously on one side of the street for six months and on the other side for six months to avoid the change over that normally occurs at the beginning and midpoint of each month. Residents of Harvard Avenue have expressed concerns that on change over days, even though the Toronto Police Service grants a 12-hour grace period, many residents receive parking tags for parking on the wrong side of the street.

Harvard Avenue operates one-way eastbound with a pavement width of 6.4 metres and a speed limit of 40 kilometres per hour. The following parking regulations, based on the alternate side parking systems, are currently in effect:

North side:

- Parking is permitted for a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, from December 1^st of one year to March 31^st of the next following year, inclusive, and from the 1^st to the 15^th day of each month from April 1^st to November 30^th inclusive; and

- Parking is prohibited from the 16^th day to the last day of each month, from April 1^st to November 30^th, inclusive.

South side:

- Parking is permitted for a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday from the 16^th day to the last day of each month from April 1^st to November 30^th, inclusive,

- Parking is prohibited from the 1^st day to the 15^th day of each month, from April 1^st to November 30^th and parking is prohibited at anytime from December 1^st of one year to March31^st of the next following year.

The permit parking system operates from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily, on an alternating side basis and parking, when otherwise permitted, is otherwise allowed for a maximum period of three hours.

Harvard Avenue is located in permit parking area 2 where approximately 4,900 permits have been issued against 5,800 available permit parking spaces. Specifically on Harvard Avenue, 56 permits have been issued against 37 available parking spaces as stipulated in the City of Toronto Municipal Code. However, recent site inspection by Works staff has confirmed that there are 38 available parking spaces on the north side of the street compared with 35 parking spaces on the south side of the street. Accordingly, when parking is permitted on the south side of Harvard Avenue, there is a net loss of three accessible parking spaces.

It is noted for your Council's information that the primary purpose of the alternate side parking system is to allow both sides of the street to be mechanically swept during the period from April 1^st to November 30^th of each year. Further, because of snow removal considerations, parking is restricted to one side of the street during the four winter months (December 1^st to March 31^st ), in this case, on the north side of Harvard Avenue. The implementation of the above proposal will result in fewer opportunities to mechanically sweep (usually once a week) the side of the street where parking is allowed; however, manual cleaning is carried out as required, usually every three to four weeks.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Stephen Benjamin

Manager of Transportation Operations

392-7773.

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Lane System Bounded by Rhodes Avenue, Danforth Avenue,

Coxwell Avenue and Hanson Street - Adjustment to the

Height Requirements Respecting Speed Bumps (East Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April22,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To provide some degree of flexibility to the height requirements respecting speed bumps in public laneways.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1) That the existing "75 mm" speed bump height requirement for laneways as noted in Municipal Code Chapter 400-48 B, Schedule XVII in §400-70 and shown on Drawing Nos. 421F-2901-94, 421F-3047 and 421F-3048 (copies attached) be adjusted to indicate a height range of 50.0 mm to 75.0 mm.

(2) That the speed bump height range requirement as noted in Recommendation No. 1 be made applicable to all existing and/or newly proposed laneway systems utilizing speed bumps; and

(3) That the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take the necessary action to give effect thereto including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Comments:

At the request of Councillor Tom Jakobek, Works Services has investigated the feasibility of lowering the height of the speed bumps in the laneway at the rear of Premises Nos. 603 and 659 Rhodes Avenue and adjacent to Premises Nos. 688 Coxwell Avenue and 731 Rhodes Avenue from the existing height of 75 mm to a proposed height of 70 mm.

The City's speed bump programme in public laneways was initiated in response to ongoing safety concerns expressed by members of Council and area residents regarding speeding in public laneways. To address these concerns, the former City of Toronto Council at its meeting of August 10, 1992, enacted By-law No. 554-92 "a by-law to designate parts of certain lanes as speed control zones, to authorize the installation of speed control devices and to provide for the marking of the speed control zones and devices by signs", which was subsequently incorporated into Chapter 400-28 (B) of the City of Toronto Municipal Code.

Since its inception, the programme has proven to be successful in curtailing speed in public lanes and approximately 200 lanes have had speed bumps installed. Although staff have had to make minor adjustments or alterations at some of the existing speed bump locations, for example, relocating a bump within the permissible 5m range, enhancing signage and/or line painting (as permitted within the provisions of the Municipal Code), it appears that there is a growing concern that consideration should be given to lower existing speed bump heights at some locations.

It has been suggested that in some instances newer model vehicles tend to be lower to the ground and when travelling at low speeds of 30 km/h or less, the height of the speed bumps may cause damage to the underbody or customized accessories on such vehicles. Any measures to significantly reduce the existing speed bump height would not be practicable, because if the bumps are too low, there would be no incentive for motorists to "slow down". Given that the programme has proven to be an effective measure in deterring speed, staff could deal with such situations on a site specific basis and where necessary, marginally reduce the speed bump height at problematic locations.

Therefore, the existing height requirement, as stipulated in the Municipal Code respecting speed bumps should be adjusted to provide some flexibility as noted in Recommendations 1 and 2 of this report. This will allow staff the flexibility to maintain speed control measures which are effective and practical, while maintaining the integrity of the programme.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

E. Capizzano - 392-7878

Insert Table/Map No. 1

SPEED BUMPS IN PUBLIC LANES

Insert Table/Map No. 2

SPEED BUMPS IN PUBLIC LANES

Insert Table/Map No. 3

SPEED BUMPS IN PUBLIC LANES

19

Area Bounded by Bloor Street East/West, Bay Street,

Wellesley Street East/West and Church Street -

Provision of Parking Meters and a "Daycare Pick-up

and Drop-off Area" (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April22,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To enhance parking opportunities for visitors to this area

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

The estimated cost of purchasing and installing these meters is $23,000.00 which should be accommodated in The Parking Authority of Toronto 1998 Capital Budget.

Recommendations:

(1) On the south side of St. Mary Street, from Yonge Street to St. Nicholas Street:

(a) that the existing parking prohibition, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily, be rescinded; and

(b) that parking meters be installed to operate from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday for a maximum period of one hour, at the rate of $1.00 per hour;

(2) That the existing parking prohibition at anytime on the north side of Charles Street East, from Yonge Street to a point 193.5 metres further east, be adjusted to apply from Yonge Street to a point 75.6 metres further east;

(3) That parking meters be installed on the north side of Charles Street East, from a point 75.6 metres east of Yonge Street to a point 78.3 metres further east, to operate from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on Saturday, for a maximum period of one hour at the rate of $1.00 per hour;

(4) That on the north side of Charles Street East, from a point 153.9 metres east of Yonge Street to a point 26.3 metres further east:

(a) parking be allowed for a maximum period of ten minutes from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday; and

(b) parking be prohibited from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., from 6:30 p.m. of one day to 7:30 a.m. of the next following day, and at anytime on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays;

(5) That the existing parking prohibition on the south side of Isabella Street, from Yonge Street to a point 91.4 metres further east be adjusted to apply from Yonge Street to a point 78.0 metres further east;

(6) That the existing parking meter operation on the south side of Isabella Street, from a point 91.4 metres east of Yonge Street to a point 61.0 metres west of Jarvis Street be adjusted to apply from a point 78.0 metres east of Yonge Street to a point 61.0 metres west of Jarvis Street;

(7) That the existing parking prohibition on the south side of Gloucester Street, from Yonge Street to a point 91.4 metres further east be adjusted to apply from Yonge Street to a point 78.0 metres further east;

(8) That the existing parking meter operation on the south side of Gloucester Street, from a point 91.4 metres east of Yonge Street to Church Street be adjusted to apply from a point 78.0 metres east of Yonge Street to Church Street;

(9) That the existing parking prohibition on the south side of Dundonald Street, from Yonge Street to a point 91.4 metres further east be adjusted to apply from Yonge Street to a point 78.0 metres further east;

(10) That the existing parking meter operation on the south side of Dundonald Street, from a point 91.4 metres east of Yonge Street to Church Street be adjusted to apply from a point 78.0 metres east of Yonge to Church Street; and

(11) That the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Comments:

Following a walking tour of the subject area with staff of Downtown Councillor Kyle Rae's office, staff of City Works Services assessed the feasibility of installing additional parking meters on several streets in the area bounded by Bloor Street East/West, Bay Street, Wellesley Street East/West and Church Street to enhance on-street parking opportunities for visitors and business patrons to the area. In addition, Councillor Rae has also requested that a "Daycare Pick-up and Drop-off Area" be established in front of Premises No. 42 Charles Street East (YMCA) to provide short-term parking for parents picking-up and dropping-off children attending the daycare facility at this location.

Assessment of potential on-street parking meter locations

The following Table indicates the location and number of on-street metered parking spaces to be gained on specific streets in the subject area:

The potential parking meters as noted above could be implemented without any adverse affect on existing traffic conditions. In addition, these meters would operate from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday consistent with other parking meters in the area with the exception of Charles Street East where parking is prohibited from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Monday to Friday (morning rush period). Consequently, the additional parking meters on Charles Street East would operate from 9:30 a.m to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on Saturdays.

Provision of a Day care Pick-up/Drop-off Area

A "Daycare Pick-up and Drop-off Area" could be established on the north side of Charles Street East, from a point 153.9 metres east of Yonge Street and a point 26.3 metres further east (frontage of Premises No. 23 Charles Street East) to facilitate the needs of parents who have to park momentarily to pick-up/drop-off children at this daycare facility. However, in conjunction with this proposal, parking should be permitted for a maximum period of ten minutes from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to ensure equitable use of the pick-up/drop-off area, encourage parking turnover and provide sufficient time for parents or guardians to accompany the children directly to and from the daycare facility. Implementation of this proposal will not adversely affect the operation of this street and will provide four spaces for parents to park and pick-up/drop-off their children during the designated times.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Gary O'Neil, 392-7771

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De Lisle Avenue, from Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent -

Adjustment of Parking Regulations (Midtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)the following report (April 22, 1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services be adopted; and

(2)"subject to towing" signs be posted on the north side of De Lisle Avenue from Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to report to the Urban Environment and Development Committee on the implications of city-wide posting of minimum fines for tow-away signs.

The Toronto Community Council submits the report (April 22, 1998) from the Director of Infrastructure Planning and Transportation, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To enhance vehicular and pedestrian safety and provide evening and night-time on-street parking on De Lisle Avenue.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1) That the existing stopping at anytime prohibition on the south side of De Lisle Avenue from Yonge Street to a point 71.0 metres west be adjusted to apply from Yonge Street to a point 92 metres west;

(2) That the existing parking prohibition from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., daily, on the south side of De Lisle Avenue from a point 71.0 metres west of Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent be rescinded;

(3) That the parking meter operation on the south side of De Lisle Avenue from a point 71.0 metres west of Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent, which operates from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday for a maximum period of one hour, be adjusted to operate from a point 92.0 metres west of Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday for a maximum period of one hour and from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday for a maximum period of three hours, at a rate of $1.00 per hour;

(4) That the existing "No Parking at Anytime" prohibition on the north side of De Lisle Avenue from a point 71.0 metres west of Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent be changed to "No Standing at Anytime"; and

(5)That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Background:

Toronto Community Council, at its meeting of April 1, 1998, in considering a communication (February 26, 1998) from Mr. Brian J. Kearney, Deer Park Crescent/De Lisle Avenue Residents' Traffic Group, requesting that the hours that parking is permitted on the south side of De Lisle Avenue be extended, referred the matter to Works and Emergency Services for a report (Clause 96 in Toronto Community Council Report No. 3, Item S).

Comments:

The former City of Toronto Council, at its meeting of July 14, 1997, adopted, as amended, Clause4 of City Services Committee Report No. 9, and in doing so, approved that parking, to be controlled by parking meters, be permitted on the south side of De Lisle Avenue, from Premises No. 22 to Deer Park Crescent, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, for a maximum period of one hour. Council also directed that parking be prohibited on the south side between the same limits from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. daily. The necessary signs to give effect to the above parking regulations on De Lisle Avenue were posted on February 20, 1998. I note that the required parking meters have not yet been installed but are on back order and should be installed shortly upon delivery.

Mr. Kearney is requesting that the parking on the south side of De Lisle Avenue also be permitted during the night-time hours (i.e., from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. of the following day). In conjunction to the above, Works staff have investigated the feasibility of extending the hours of operation of the parking meters (from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday) to operate to 11:00 p.m., bearing in mind the high demand for on-street parking in the area, generated in part by nearby theatres and restaurants.

On the other hand, since the above-noted regulations were introduced, complaints have been received from the Toronto Parking Authority regarding congestion created by vehicles parking both legally and illegally on the south side of De Lisle Avenue in the vicinity of access/egress point to the Toronto Parking Authority lot located on the north side of De Lisle Avenue, west of Yonge Street. These parked vehicles have resulted in insufficient turning space for many vehicles attempting to exit the parking lot.

Further, by letter dated April 6, 1998 from Acting Staff Inspector G. Stewart, No. 53 Division, the Toronto Police Service has advised that numerous vehicles, bearing valid disabled persons parking permits, are often parked on the north side of De Lisle Avenue, in the parking prohibited zone, for extended periods of time. This, in combination with the legal parking on the south side of the street, has resulted in the narrowing of the travelled portion of the roadway, causing congestion and safety concerns. The Police have recommended that standing be prohibited at anytime on the entire north side of De Lisle Avenue.

De Lisle Avenue, from Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent, operates two-way on a pavement width of 7.3 metres with a forty kilometres per hour maximum speed limit. The following parking regulations are in effect:

North Side:

- Stopping is prohibited at anytime, from Yonge Street to a point 71.0 metres further west; and

- From a point 71.0 metres west of Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent:

a. Stopping is prohibited from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; and

b. Parking is prohibited at anytime.

South Side:

- Stopping is prohibited at anytime, from Yonge Street to a point 71.0 metres further west; and

- From a point 71.0 metres west of Yonge Street to Deer Park Crescent:

a.Parking is prohibited from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., daily;

b.Parking, controlled by meters, is allowed for a maximum period of one hour from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

Measures To Reduce Traffic Congestion

Works staff have investigated measures to reduce traffic congestion on De Lisle Avenue west of Yonge Street. Site investigations conducted by staff have confirmed the observations of the Parking Authority of Toronto and the Toronto Police Service as described above.

Accordingly, Recommendations Nos. 1 and 4 would discourage vehicles from parking in proximity to the main driveway to the Parking Authority of Toronto parking lot and at the same time, prevent anyone from parking on the north side of De Lisle Avenue, thereby enhancing the safe movement of traffic on this street. I note that while the introduction of the standing prohibition noted in Recommendation No. 4 would preclude vehicles from standing while loading of goods and merchandise (and prohibit parking by vehicles bearing disabled persons parking permits), the loading/unloading of passengers would still be permitted.

Extension of Parking Meter Operational Times

In consultation with Councillor Adams and representatives of the Deer Park Crescent/De Lisle Avenue Residents' Association, Works staff have concluded that the suggestion to rescind the overnight parking prohibition on the south side of De Lisle Avenue has merit. Further, in evaluating this request, staff have determined that it would be desirable to extend the parking meter hours of operation which currently terminate at 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, as there is a high demand for parking in this area (between 8:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m, a three hour parking limit would be in force) to ensure parking turnover and equitable use of these parking spaces. This proposal will result in increased parking opportunities for patrons of the numerous retail/commercial establishments located nearby on Yonge Street and St. Clair Avenue as well as for the residents of De Lisle Avenue and their visitors.

Accordingly, the existing parking regulations on the south side of De Lisle Avenue should be amended as noted in Recommendation Nos. 2 and 3, above.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Thomas L. McCulloch, Traffic Investigator.

Gary O'Neil, Traffic Analyst.

392-7771

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Draft Sign By-law Amending The Municipal Code Chapter 297

Respecting No. 241 Wellington Street West (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)the Draft By-law attached to the report (April 22, 1998) of the Toronto Community Council Solicitor be approved and that authority be granted to introduce the necessary Bill in Council to give effect thereto; and

(2)the recommendations of the report (April 22, 1998) of the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be adopted.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council that notice of the public meeting was given in accordance with the Municipal Act. The public meeting was held on May 7, 1998, and Mr. Patrick Devine, Goodman and Carr, addressed the Toronto Community Council.

The Toronto Community Council submits the report (April 22, 1998) from the Toronto Community Council Solicitor:

Purpose:

This report provides the necessary draft by-law amendment to permit on lands at the southwest corner of Wellington Street West and John Street, 14 illuminated advertising signs above the existing masonry wall and along the John Street and Wellington Street West frontages, which wall currently encloses an Ontario Hydro transformer substation.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

The enactment of the Draft By-law has no financial implications or impact for the City of Toronto. It requires no funding.

Recommendations:

It is recommended:

(1)That the Toronto Community Council hold a public meeting in respect of the Draft By-law in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act.

Following the public meeting and in the event the Toronto Community Council wishes to approve the Draft By-law, it could recommend:

(2)That the Draft By-law attached to the report (April 22, 1998) of the Toronto Community Council Solicitor be approved and that authority be granted to introduce the necessary Bill in Council to give effect thereto.

(3)That the recommendations of the report of the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services (April 22, 1998) be adopted.

Council Reference/Background/History:

The Toronto Community Council will have before it the report of the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services (April 22, 1998) recommending a draft sign by-law respecting No. 241 Wellington Street West. Attached is the recommended by-law for consideration with such report.

Comments and/or Discussion and/or Justification:

The draft by-law implements Recommendation No. 1 of the report of the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services and is submitted for your consideration.

Conclusions:

Not applicable.

Contact Name:

William Hawryliw, Solicitor

Telephone: (416) 392-7237

Fax: (416) 392-0024

E-Mail: whawryli@city.toronto.on.ca

____________

DRAFT BY-LAW

Authority: Toronto Community Council Report No. ( )

Intended for first presentation to Council:

Adopted by Council:

CITY OF TORONTO

BY-LAW No. -1998

To amend the former City of Toronto Municipal Code Ch. 297, Signs,

respecting No. 241 Wellington Street West.

The Council of the City of Toronto HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

1.Section 297-12 of Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code is amended by adding the following subsection:

Q.Section 297-10 shall not apply to prohibit the erection or display of signs on the structure identified as a sign screen, located on the lands municipally known in 1997 as No. 241 Wellington Street West, as shown in Schedule B, Map 1 at the end of this chapter, if the signs comply with the following:

(1)For the purposes of this exception, the following terms have the meaning indicated:

DISPLAY SURFACE - The display surface of the sign screen is the area made available on the structure for the purposes of erecting or displaying signage.

JOHN STREET DISPLAY AREA - The area of the John Street elevation of the sign screen which may be used to erect or display signs, as shown in Schedule B, Map 2.

NO COVER ZONE - The area of the sign screen where no signage is permitted.

SIGN PANEL - The display surface contained between two vertical support columns marked with finials, as shown in Schedule B, Map 4.

SIGN SCREEN - The sign screen structure, support columns, support trusses, uprights, bracing, framework, covering material, lights, finials and glass canopy, erected on the lands known in 1997 as No. 241 Wellington Street West for the purposes of supporting signage as shown in Schedule B, Maps 1 to 5 inclusive, at the end of this chapter.

WELLINGTON STREET WEST DISPLAY AREA - The area of the Wellington Street West elevation of the sign screen which may be used to erect or display signs, as shown in Schedule B, Map 3.

WELLINGTON STREET WEST NO COVER ZONE - The area on the Wellington Street West elevation of the sign screen where no signage is permitted, as shown in Schedule B, Map 3.

(2)A sign screen erected for the purposes of displaying signs used for the purposes of third-party advertising is permitted if:

(a)The sign screen is in accordance with the drawings contained in Schedule B, Maps 1 to 5 inclusive, at the end of this chapter;

(b)No portion of the sign screen is more than twelve and five-tenths (12.5) metres above grade;

(c)The glass canopy portion of the sign screen maintains a vertical clearance of not less than three and five-tenths (3.5) metres between a public sidewalk or pedestrian walkway and the lowest portion of the canopy; and

(d)Any portion of the sign screen that is exposed to public view is corrosion-resistant.

(3)Illuminated signs are permitted to be erected or displayed on the John Street Display Area if:

(a)The signs are contained within the perimeter limits of the display surface;

(b)No more than five (5) sign panels are erected on the John Street Display Area;

(c)No more than two (2) signs are erected on each sign panel;

(d)The area of each individual sign is not less than twenty-four (24) square metres and not more than seventy-eight (78) square metres; and

(e)The total sign area is not more than three hundred and twenty-four (324)square metres.

(4)Illuminated signs are permitted to be erected on the Wellington Street West Display Area if:

(a)The signs are contained within the perimeter limits of the display surface;

(b)The signs do not encroach onto the Wellington Street West No Cover Zone;

(c)No more than two (2) sign panels are erected on the Wellington Street West Display Area;

(d)No more than two (2) signs are erected on each sign panel;

(e)The area of each individual sign is not less than twenty-nine (29) square metres and not more than sixty-eight (68) square metres;

(f)The total sign area is not more than one hundred and twenty-seven (127)square metres; and

(g)The illumination of signs is controlled with an automatic timing device that restricts illumination to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 11:00p.m.

(5)The following general provisions also apply:

(a)All sign panels shall be framed with a non-corrosive metal frame.

(b)Only signs that are constructed of a flexible material such as vinyl or plastic are permitted.

(c)The signs shall not contain animated copy, changeable copy, electronic message display copy nor tri-vision panels or consist of flags or pennants.

(d)The signs are only illuminated with indirect illumination comprising a light source located at the top of the sign screen and directed towards the sign.

(e)No sign shall project more than one-tenth (0.1) metre from the surface of the sign screen.

(f)A minimum separation distance of two-tenths (0.2) metres between signs is required.

(g)All display areas shall contain sign copy at all times.

(h)No sign is erected or displayed on the glass canopy.

(i)No other types of sign used for the purposes of third-party advertising shall be erected or displayed on the property.

(j)No sign shall be erected or displayed which resembles an official traffic signal, traffic sign or other traffic regulating device unless the sign is erected and displayed for the purposes of direction and is entirely on private property.

(k)No sign shall be erected or displayed which obstructs or otherwise interferes with an official traffic signal, traffic sign or other traffic regulating device.

2.Schedule B of Chapter 297 is amended as follows:

A.By inserting in the list of maps, in numerical order by section number, the following:

Area referred to in § 297-12Q (Maps 1 through 5)

B.By inserting in numerical order by section number, the maps at the end of this by-law.

The Toronto Community Council also submits the report (April 22, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services:

Purpose:

This report recommends approval of a site specific amendment to Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit the erection of a sign screen on the existing Hydro substation site.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

There are no requirements for any municipal expenditure associated with this approval.

Recommendations:

(1)That the City Solicitor be requested to submit a draft by-law, in consultation with the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, to amend Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit the erection of a sign screen on the lands known as 241 Wellington Street West, substantially as set out in Appendix A of this report.

(2)That, prior to the introduction of a Bill in Council, the owner shall provide to the City, in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor, Chief Financial Officer and City Treasurer and Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, two unconditional and irrevocable Letters of Credit from a bank and automatically renewable in the amounts of:

(i)$48,000 to cover the replacement cost of four streetlights on Wellington Street West, as shown on the attached Figure 8; and

(ii)$2,000 to cover the cost of landscaping on lands municipally known as 253 Wellington Street West as shown on the attached Figure 9.

(3)That, prior to the issuance of a sign permit, the owner shall enter into an Encroachment Agreement with the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services with respect to the erection of a canopy on John Street.

(4)That, as a condition of the Encroachment Agreement, the owner shall install the four streetlights and landscaping as shown on the attached Figures 8 and 9, respectively.

(5)That the owner be advised of the need to receive the approval of the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services for any work to be carried out within the street allowance.

Comments:

1.0Background

In April 1996, the former City of Toronto Council approved a new Part II Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for the King-Spadina district. This initiative was aimed at attracting investment to this district and creating new opportunities for residential development. Since 1996, King-Spadina has become the focus of considerable investment activity which has served to expand the range of uses within the area while strengthening it as an entertainment district.

The subject of this report is the application by Ontario Hydro to amend the Municipal Code to permit the erection of a large linear structure to support commercial signage at the southwest corner of John and Wellington Streets. This structure will hereafter be referred to as the "sign screen".

2.0Site and Surrounding Area

The 5,900m² site is located on the southwest corner of John Street and Wellington Street West, in the King-Spadina Part II area (see Figure 1).

The site, known municipally as 241 Wellington Street West, accommodates a Hydro transformer substation consisting of switchgears, Hydro transformers, high voltage towers and oil holding tanks. In addition, there are two Hydro-related buildings on the northwest and southwest corners of the site. The substation services the city's downtown core and a Hydro representative has advised that the transformer use is unlikely to relocate.

The site is located in an area formerly designated by by-law as the Entertainment District, which permitted and encouraged entertainment activities in a specific area of King-Spadina. The new Part II Plan for King-Spadina opens up the larger Part II Plan area to entertainment uses. However, several blocks around this site are still referred to as the Entertainment District because of the high concentration of entertainment uses.

3.0Proposal

The proposal is to amend Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit a sign screen along the John and Wellington Street West frontages of the property (see Figure 2). The sign screen would be installed behind the existing 3.5 metre high security wall and would rise above the wall to a maximum height of 12.5 metres. The sign screen would be constructed of perforated steel supported by vertical metal posts and horizontal trusses erected at intervals of approximately 13 metres.

A continuous, clear tempered glass canopy would be installed along the John Street frontage as an integral part of this sign screen. The canopy would project approximately 1.8 metres from the existing concrete wall over the public sidewalk at a height of approximately 3.5 metres above grade and would be attached to the vertical columns of the screen support as illustrated on Figure 3.

The sign screen would run the entire length of the John Street frontage of the property (63 metres) and approximately 51 metres on the Wellington Street West frontage (see Figures4 and 5).

Seven sign support panels, consisting of 5/8" thick treated and reinforced plywood would be attached to the screen; five on John Street and two on Wellington Street. Signage proposed to be affixed to each panel would be required to be located wholly within the shaded areas identified as "display area" on Figures 4 and 5 attached. The non-shaded areas identified as "no cover zone" would not be permitted to be covered by signage. A maximum of two signs per panel would be permitted and a 0.2 metre wide spacer bar would be required to separate the signs (see Figure 6).

The signage proposed to be permitted on each elevation and the recommended controls are as follows:

John Street Elevation (total display area 324m²)

- a maximum of ten front-lit illuminated signs with a minimum area of 24m² each and a maximum area of 78m² each;

Wellington Street Elevation (total display area 127m²)

-a maximum of four front-lit illuminated signs with a minimum area of 29m² each and a maximum area of 68m² each;

-illumination only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.

Other controls proposed are as follows:

-indirect/front lighting fixtures will be required to be directed down and towards the display areas;

-all sign panels will contain signage at all times;

-all sign panels will have to be framed;

-all signs shall be constructed of a flexible material such as vinyl or plastic;

-signs will be required to maintain a minimum separation distance of at least 0.2 metres if located within the same sign panel;

-no signs are to resemble, obstruct or interfere with traffic controls;

-no signs shall contain animated copy, changeable copy, electronic message display copy nor tri-vision panels or consist of flags or pennants;

-no signage will be permitted on the canopy;

-any portion of the sign screen that is exposed to public view shall be corrosion-resistant; and

-no additional third party signage will be permitted on the lot.

4.0Compliance with Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code

The site is located in a reinvestment area (RA) district. The proposed sign screen does not comply with Chapter 297, Signs, of the Municipal Code in that it is an undefined sign type and therefore is not permitted in this district. Recognizing this, the application contemplates a site specific exception to be incorporated into Section 297-12 of the Municipal Code to permit the sign screen as briefly described above and set out in greater detail in Appendix A.

5.0Planning Considerations

5.1Neighbourhood Context

The site is owned by Ontario Hydro and accommodates a Hydro transformer substation. The two existing buildings on the site, the "Control Building" and the "Switchgear" building, are jointly operated by Toronto Hydro and Ontario Hydro.

To the east and across John Street is the 51 metre high CBC Broadcast Centre building, to the north-east are the Metro Centre office buildings, to the north and across Wellington Street is a surface parking lot, to the west and across Windsor Street is a surface parking lot and to the south and abutting the site is another surface parking lot.

On the parking lot to the north, as part of the settlement of the King-Spadina Zoning By-law, the former City of Toronto Council endorsed a 61 metre high building envelope on the east part of the site and a 35.9 metre high building envelope on the west part of the site. The owner is contemplating a residential building on the west part of the site and hotel uses on the east part of the site.

On the parking lot to the south, a building envelope has been endorsed to permit a building ranging in height between 37 and 45 metres. The owner is contemplating a building that would include two levels of retail and a hotel. To date, the Ontario Municipal Board has not considered the settlement of these appeals.

5.2Impacts of Proposed Sign Screen

The proposed sign screen has been designed with regard to the existing character of the site, the neighbourhood and the future uses in the immediate vicinity as follows:

Cthe height of the sign screen will ensure that it conceals the high voltage towers which stand approximately 14 metres high;

Cthe "no cover zone" restriction illustrated by Figures 4 and 5 is intended to prevent the negative visual impact of large illuminated signs on future residential uses proposed on the north side of Wellington Street West;

Cthe number and size of the signs has been restricted so as to prevent the patchwork appearance that could result from too many smaller signs or the visual monotony that could result from too few oversized signs;

Cthe front lighting fixtures would be required to be directed downward so as not to negatively affect upper floor office and hotel uses; and

Cthe hours of illumination of the signs on Wellington Street West would be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. so as not to negatively impact the proposed hotel on the north side of the street.

5.3Improvements to be Secured as Conditions of Approval

Improvements to the public sidewalks and open spaces adjacent to the sign screen will be secured as part of this proposal. An integral part of the sign screen will be the continuous, clear tempered glass canopy that will be installed along John Street. This canopy represents a significant public amenity for the street frontage and, as seen on Figure 7, helps integrate this site into the pattern of secured and built weather protection for pedestrians in this area. John Street has, since the building of Sky Dome and the John Street pedestrian bridge, emerged as one of Toronto's busiest pedestrian street.

Four existing street lights on the Wellington Street frontage will be replaced with Railway Lands Type II lights illustrated by Figure 8 which represent the standard for this area. Landscape improvements as identified on Figure 9 will be undertaken within the front yard of the existing Windsor Station building at 253 Wellington Street West.

These improvements complement the improvements constructed or secured in conjunction with adjacent developments and will enhance the quality of the pedestrian realm in keeping with Section 3.22 of the former City of Toronto Official Plan.

5.4Conclusion:

The sign screen has been examined in terms of both existing and proposed development. It has been designed and controls have been recommended to minimize any negative visual impacts on abutting uses and, in particular, on the future residents north of the site.

The sign screen provides a unique opportunity to screen an unsightly use and at the same time secure improvements to promote a healthy and vibrant pedestrian environment which is consistent with the planning and revitalization policies of the new Part II Official Plan for King-Spadina.

Contact Name:

Lora Mazzocca

Telephone: (416) 392-0421

Fax: (416) 392-7536

E-Mail: lmazzocc@city.toronto.on.ca

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APPENDIX A

PROPOSED PERMISSIVE EXCEPTION TO CHAPTER 297 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO PERMIT SIGNAGE TO BE ERECTED AND DISPLAYED ON A SIGN SCREEN AT 241 WELLINGTON STREET WEST.

1.Section 297-12 of Chapter 297, Signs, of the Former City of Toronto Municipal Code, is amended by adding the following subsection:

Q.Section 297-10 shall not apply to prohibit the erection or display of signs on the structure identified as a sign screen, located on the lands municipally known in 1997 as No. 241 Wellington Street West, as shown in Schedule B, Map 1 at the end of this chapter, if the signs comply with the following:

(1)For the purposes of this exception, the following terms have the meaning indicated:

DISPLAY SURFACE - The display surface of the sign screen is the area made available on the structure for the purposes of erecting or displaying signage.

JOHN STREET DISPLAY AREA - The area of the John Street elevation of the sign screen which may be used to erect or display signs, as shown in Schedule B, Map 2.

NO COVER ZONE - The area of the sign screen where no signage is permitted.

SIGN PANEL - The display surface contained between two vertical support columns marked with finials, as shown in Schedule B, Map 4.

SIGN SCREEN - The sign screen structure, support columns, uprights, support trusses, bracing, framework, covering material, lights, finials and glass canopy, erected on the lands known in 1998 as No. 241 Wellington Street West for the purpose of supporting signage as shown in Schedule B, Maps 1 to 5 inclusive, at the end of this chapter.

WELLINGTON STREET WEST DISPLAY AREA - The area of the Wellington Street West elevation of the sign screen which may be used to erect or display signs, as shown in Schedule B, Map 3.

WELLINGTON STREET WEST NO COVER ZONE - The area on the Wellington Street West elevation of the sign screen where no signage is permitted, as shown in Schedule B, Map3.

(2)A sign screen erected for the purposes of displaying signs used for the purposes of third-party advertising is permitted if:

(a)The sign screen is in accordance with the drawings contained in Schedule B, Maps 1 to 5 inclusive, at the end of this chapter;

(b)No portion of the sign screen is more than twelve and five-tenths (12.5) metres above grade;

(c)The glass canopy portion of the sign screen maintains a minimum vertical clearance of three and five-tenths (3.5) metres between a public sidewalk or pedestrian walkway and the lowest portion of the canopy; and

(d)Any portion of the sign screen that is exposed to public view is corrosion-resistant.

(3)Illuminated signs are permitted to be erected or displayed on the John Street Display Area if:

(a) The signs are contained within the perimeter limits of the display surface;

(b)No more than five (5) sign panels are erected on the John Street Display Area;

(c)No more than two (2) signs are erected on each sign panel;

(d)The area of each individual sign is not less than twenty-four (24) square metres and not more than seventy-eight (78) square metres; and

(e)The total sign area is not more than three hundred and twenty-four (324) square metres.

(4)Illuminated signs are permitted to be erected on the Wellington Street West Display Area if:

(a)The signs are contained within the perimeter limits of the display surface;

(b)The signs do not encroach onto the Wellington Street no cover zone;

(c)No more than two (2) sign panels are erected on the Wellington Street Display Area;

(d)No more than two (2) signs are erected on each sign panel;

(e)The area of each individual sign is not less than twenty-nine (29) square metres and not more than sixty-eight (68) square metres;

(f)The total sign area is not more than one hundred and twenty-seven (127) square metres; and

(g)The illumination of signs is controlled with an automatic timing device that restricts illumination to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 11: 00 p.m..

(5)The following general provisions also apply;

(a)All sign panels shall be framed with a non-corrosive metal frame;

(b)Only signs that are constructed of a flexible material such as vinyl or plastic are permitted;

(c)The signs shall not contain animated copy, changeable copy, electronic message display copy nor tri-vision panels or consist of flags or pennants;

(d)The signs are only illuminated with indirect illumination comprising a light source located at the top of the sign screen and directed towards the sign;

(e)No sign shall project more than one-tenth (0.1) metre from the surface of the sign screen;

(f)A minimum separation distance of two-tenths (0.2) metres between signs is required;

(g)All display areas shall contain sign copy at all times;

(h)No sign is erected or displayed on the glass canopy;

(i)No other types of signs used for the purposes of third-party advertising shall be erected or displayed on the property;

(j)No sign shall be erected or displayed which resembles an official traffic signal, traffic sign or other traffic regulating device unless the sign is erected and displayed for the purposes of direction and is entirely on private property; and

(k)No sign shall be erected or displayed which obstructs or otherwise interferes with an official traffic signal, traffic sign or other traffic regulating device.

2.Schedule B of Chapter 297 is amended as follows:

A.By inserting in the list of maps, in numerical order by section number, the following:

Area referred to in § 297-12Q (Maps 1 through 5)

B.By inserting in numerical order by section number the maps at the end of this by-law.

Insert Table/Map No. 1

241 Wellington Street West

Insert Table/Map No. 2

241 Wellington Street West

Insert Table/Map No. 3

241 Wellington Street West

Insert Table/Map No. 4

241 Wellington Street West

Insert Table/Map No. 5

241 Wellington Street West

Insert Table/Map No. 6

241 Wellington Street West

Insert Table/Map No. 7

241 Wellington Street West

Insert Table/Map No. 8

241 Wellington Street West

Insert Table/Map No. 9

241 Wellington Street West

Insert Table/Map No. 10

241 Wellington Street West

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Extension of Interim Control By-law 1997-0321

to Allow for the Completion of a Study of

Parking Standards for Medical Clinics

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April14,1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services:

Purpose:

To seek authority to extend an existing Interim Control By-law in place for St. Clair Avenue West between Dufferin Street and Lansdowne Avenue, in order to allow for the completion of a study respecting parking requirements for clinics.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

N/A

Recommendations:

It is recommended that Interim Control By-law 1997-0321 be extended for a period of four months.

Comments:

At its meeting of June 23, 1997 City Council passed Interim Control By-law 1997-0321 prohibiting medical clinics along St. Clair Avenue West between Dufferin Street and Lansdowne Avenue and authorized funds for the hiring of a transportation consulting firm to conduct a study of parking requirements for clinics outside the Central Area. A consulting firm has been retained and the study is expected to be completed in May.

Following submission of this study, staff will be preparing a final report recommending amendments to the Zoning By-law to introduce a parking requirement for clinics outside the Central Area. In order to allow for completion of the study, the preparation of a final planning report and to provide the required legal notification for a new by-law, the Interim Control By-law will need to be extended for a short period of time so that no new clinics are established in the area prior to the new standard being in place.

It is anticipated that amending Zoning By-laws could be before City Council at a meeting in July 1998.

Contact Name:

Michael Major

Telephone: (416) 392-0760

Fax: (416) 392-1330

E-Mail: mmajor@city.toronto.on.ca

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, having also had before it, during consideration of the foregoing matter the following communications, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk:

-(July 7, 1997) from Assistant City Clerk forwarding the action of the former City of Toronto Council of June 23 and 24, 1997, respecting Interim Control By-law To Prohibit Clinics On St. Clair Avenue West Between Lansdowne Avenue And Westmount Avenue;

-(May 6, 1998) from Mr. Barry Horosko, Bratty and Partners; and

-(May 6, 1998) from Mr. Barnet H. Kussner, Weir & Foulds.

Insert Table/Map No. 1

Map - Medical Clinics

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Interim Control By-law Respecting No. 16 Avondale Road

Within the Avondale Ravine (Midtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (May7,1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services:

Purpose:

This report recommends that City Council request the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services to continue a study of policies appropriate for the lands known as 16 Avondale Road within the Avondale Ravine, pursuant to Section 38 of the Planning Act. The report also recommends Council approve an extension of the Interim Control By-law (By-law 1997-0270, passed by the former City of Toronto Council on June 2, 1997) for lands within the Avondale Ravine, as shown on the attached map, and that this By-law be in force for a further period of one year.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

There are no requirements for any municipal expenditure associated with this approval.

Recommendations:

(1)That the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, in consultation with the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism be directed, pursuant to Section 38 of the Planning Act, to complete a review of the land use policies appropriate for the lands known as 16 Avondale Road within the Avondale Ravine.

(2)That, in connection with the review of the land use policies recommended above, Council pass a by-law extending the Interim Control By-law No. 1997-0270, for lands within the Avondale Ravine for a further period of one year.

(3)That the authority be granted for the introduction of the necessary bill in Council to implement Recommendation 2 above.

Background:

As I previously reported on May 30, 1997, the Council for the former City of Toronto adopted amendments to the Official Plan designating the Avondale Ravine in 1981. Notwithstanding that the purpose of the ravine designation is to prevent, among other things, the destruction of trees and changes to grade, this particular amendment allowed for the erection of a single-family residence on the lands located between Nos. 10 and 20 Avondale Road ( ie. No. 16 Avondale Road) without the requirement for the consent of Council. At that time planning staff, in response to legal representation made on behalf of the owners of Nos. 10 and 16 Avondale Road, recommended against this exemption.

The property known as 16 Avondale Road is a large (1174 m² - 12,637 ft.²) and heavily treed lot with a substantial slope across the 15.2 m (49.9 ft.) width of the property. The development of this lot would have significant impact on the existing natural character of the lot and upon the character of the Avondale Ravine. As such, I am concerned with the potential results of the unrestricted opportunity for the development of this lot. A review of the planning controls and the potential impact of any proposed development is necessary.

In the interim since my last report on this matter, the property known as Nos. 10 and 16 Avondale Road (which is being treated by the new owner as one lot) has been sold and the current owner is considering the possibility of the development of a new house on the lot. My staff, having initiated discussion with the new owner and his representatives, are working towards resolving issues pertaining to a development proposal for this site. I am hopeful that I will be able to report back to Council on a development proposal which will resolve the outstanding matters of concern with respect to this property.

Furthermore, in accordance with the recommendations of Clause 7 of Land Use Committee Report 10, adopted by the former City of Toronto Council on July 14, 1997, in respect to The Final Report on Interim Control By-law 1997-0073, respecting 119R Glen Road, 107 Glen Road, 15 Beaumont Road and 12 May Street, I was requested to report back on a process and timetable for developing "Ravine Impact Boundaries" for all ravine areas within the former City of Toronto. I propose to respond in part to this request by also including recommendations pertaining to these matters in my report on Nos. 10 and 16 Avondale Road.

Comments:

I am recommending that the Interim Control By-law, applying to the lands known as No. 16 Avondale abutting the Avondale Ravine, be extended for a further period of one year to prohibit all uses of the lands during this period.

Contact Name:

Angus Cranston

Telephone (416)392-0425

Fax: (416-392-7536)

E-Mail: acransto@city.toronto.on.ca

Insert Table/Map No. 1

16 Avondale Road

24

Hearing - Stopping Up and Closing Public Highway -

Part of Queens Quay West (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that a draft by-law in the form of the draft by-law be enacted.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, that pursuant to Clause 5 of Report No. 4 of the City Services Committee of the former City of Toronto, titled, "Realignment and Widening of Queens Quay West between Lower Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street and construction of Portland Street and Simcoe Street between Queens Quay West and Lake Shore Boulevard West" which was adopted by City Council at its meeting on April 1, 1996, notice of its hearing on May 6, 1998, with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on April 14, April 21, April 28 and May 5, 1998, and no one appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following draft by-law:

Bill No.

BY-LAW No. -1998

To stop up and close the public highway known as part of the Public Highway Queens Quay West.

WHEREAS by Clause 5 of City Services Committee Report No. 4, as embodied in City of Toronto Executive Committee Report No. 10, adopted by the former Corporation of the City of Toronto Council on April 1, 1996, it is recommended that a part of the public highway known as Queens Quay West be stopped up and closed as a public highway.

AND WHEREAS notice of Council's intention to stop up and close the said public lane and to convey part thereof as aforesaid was advertised in a daily newspaper on _____________, 1998.

The Council of the City of Toronto HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

1.Certain land being a part of the public highway Queens Quay West, described by W. Kowalenko, Esq., O.L.S., as follows:

In the City of Toronto, Province of Ontario, being composed of:

FIRSTLY: (Land Titles Office)

Part of Parcel Block G-4 in the Register for Section AD-1397.

Part of the Public Highway Queens Quay West dedicated by City of Toronto By-law 427-85 (C-206525) being part of Block G on Plan D-1397 registered in the Land Registry Office for the Metropolitan Toronto Registry Division (No. 64), designated as PARTS 8 and 15 on Plan66R-15712 deposited in the Land Registry Office for the Land Titles Division of Metropolitan Toronto (No.66).

Saving and excepting thereout and therefrom part of the said Block G designated as PART5 on Plan 66R-16241.

SECONDLY: (Land Registry Office)

Part of the Public Highway Queens Quay West dedicated by City of Toronto By-law 427-85 (CT720983) being parts of Blocks D and G on Plan D-1397 designated as PART 2 on Plan63R-4574, both of the said Plans being in the Land Registry Office for the Metropolitan Toronto Registry Division (No. 64).

Saving and excepting thereout and therefrom parts of the said Blocks D and G designated as PART 14 on Plan 63R-4999.

is hereby stopped up and closed as a public highway.

ENACTED AND PASSED this day of , A.D. 1998.

MEL LASTMAN,NOVINA WONG,

MayorCity Clerk

(Corporate Seal)

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The Toronto Community Council also submits Clause 5 of Report No. 4 of the City Services Committee of the former City of Toronto, headed "Realignment and widening of Queens Quay West between Lower Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street and construction of Portland Street and Simcoe Street between Queens Quay West and Lake Shore Boulevard West", which was adopted by City Council at its meeting held on April 1 and 2, 1996:

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The Committee recommends the adoption of the report (March 5, 1996) from the Acting Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment:

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Recommendations:

1.That the Metropolitan Corporation be requested to consider the proposed interim modifications to the cross-section design of the Queens Quay West realignment and widening, and the Portland Street extension, as described in detail in this report, as "minor" changes to the approved design contained in the Waterfront West Light Rail Transit (WWLRT) Environmental Assessment;

2.That the proposed modifications referred to in Recommendation No. 1 above, be implemented only as an interim condition prior to the construction of the Waterfront West Light Rail Transit facility;

3.That the lands shown as Part 1 on Figure 1 dated March 1,1996, be laid out and subsequently dedicated for public highway purposes to form part of Queens Quay West and the lands shown as Part 5 be laid out and subsequently dedicated for public highway purposes to form part of Portland Street;

4.That the lands shown as Parts 6 on Drawing No. SK-2117 dated March 1, 1996, be laid out and subsequently dedicated for public highway purposes to form part of Simcoe Street;

5.That approval be given to realign and widen the pavement on Queens Quay West as follows:

"The realignment of the pavement, the installation of a centre median, the realignment of the sidewalk on the south side, the construction of a sidewalk on the north side and the construction of the necessary municipal facilities on QUEENS QUAY WEST between Lower Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street, as shown schematically on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2112-1, dated March 1, 1996."

6.That approval be given to construct a pavement and sidewalks on Portland Street, described as follows:

"The construction of a pavement, sidewalks, curbs, a centre median and the necessary municipal facilities on PORTLAND STREET, from Lake Shore Boulevard West to Queens Quay West, as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2112-1. dated March 1, 1996."

7.That approval be given to construct a pavement and sidewalks on Simcoe Street described as follows:

"The construction of a pavement, sidewalks, curbs and the necessary municipal facilities on SIMCOE STREET from Queens Quay West to Lake Shore Boulevard West, as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2117, dated March 1, 1996."

8.That the lands shown as Part 4 on Figure 1, dated March 1, 1996, be stopped up and closed as public highway and dedicated for parks purposes subject to easement rights in accordance with the terms and conditions described herein;

9.That easements be granted to Bell Canada, Toronto Hydro and Consumers Gas over the lands to be closed for access, operation, use, inspection, repair, maintenance, reconstruction or alteration of the existing facilities and for the construction of additional services;

10.That access be retained over the portion of Queens Quay West to be closed for the operation, use, inspection, repair, maintenance, reconstruction or alteration of the City's underground facilities;

11.That the Queens Quay West Land Corporation be advised of the City's intent to construct the Queens Quay West realignment and widening from Lower Spadina Avenue to Bathurst Street and the extensions of Portland and Simcoe Streets from Queens Quay West to Lake Shore Boulevard West in 1996 and ensure that the funding for this purpose as stipulated in the Implementation Agreement is available for these projects; and

12.That the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Background: The straightening of the existing Queens Quay West alignment between Lower Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street and a 7 m widening of the road allowance of this section to correspond to that portion to the east, have long been contemplated as an integral measure to achieve a series of strategic planning, parks and transportation objectives in this area of Harbourfront. Dating back to at least 1987 and incorporated in all of the subsequent Federal, Provincial and City reviews of Harbourfront, the realignment of Queens Quay West has been established in a manner such that consolidated park space is created south of Queens Quay West, viable development parcels are framed on the north side, and the existing reverse curve alignment is removed, thereby improving operational safety for traffic and future transit operations.

The Harbourfront Part II Plan, approved by Ontario Municipal Board Order dated May 3, 1993 incorporates the realignment and widening of Queens Quay West from Lower Spadina to Bathurst Street and notes that it is Council's policy to ensure the protection of an exclusive east-west rapid transit corridor within the 27 m wide realignment in accordance with OPA No. 12 of the Metropolitan Toronto Official Plan.

In addition to the Queens Quay West considerations, overall Harbourfront planning has also dealt with the extension of north-south streets, namely Portland and Simcoe Streets. Both have been shown in the Official Plan back to at least 1982 and form components of the current Plan. Among other attributes, these streets will allow development parcels to be configured as City blocks subdivided by public streets, physically and visually link Harbourfront and the Railway Lands, provide pedestrian connections and view corridors to more fully integrate Harbourfront with the City and provide operational flexibility in access to Harbourfront.

Given the importance of these roadworks, the Implementation Agreement of October 6, 1992 between the City, Queens Quay West Land Corporation (QQWLC) and the Crown provides a specific mechanism for the construction of these works. The City has undertaken to layout, design, construct and dedicate the roads as soon as is reasonably possible and in any event within 24 months of the satisfaction of the conditions precedent in Section 3.2 of the Agreement:

(a)funding by Harbourfront;

(b)compliance by the City with the Environmental Assessment Act;

(c)conveyance by Harbourfront to the City in fee simple, free from encumbrance, the required lands; and

(d)approval by Metro.

With respect to the funding, Section 4.5 of the Agreement generally calls for the payment of $2.4 million provided the City produces to Harbourfront either the work order or purchase order or other satisfactory proof of expenditures, not less than 21 days ahead of the Council consideration date.

A number of the prerequisites to construction of the Queens Quay West realignment and widening and extensions of Simcoe and Portland Streets have been achieved or are in the final stages of resolution. In addition to complying with the City's contractual obligations, the recent announcement of a major residential development on the abutting Parcel SQ-2 as well as the desire of the Parks and Recreation Department to undertake Harbourfront parks improvements, it is imperative that the road projects be undertaken as expeditiously as possible.

Concurrent with the above noted planning process, the Metropolitan Corporation and Toronto Transit Commission were engaged in the preparation of the Waterfront West Light Rail Transit (WWLRT) Environmental Assessment, a portion of which encompasses the Queens Quay West realignment and Portland Street extension. This document was approved and ordered by the Lieutenant Governor in Council on August 30, 1995. Since the Queens Quay West road realignment and Portland extension are elements of the approved WWLRT proposal and were accordingly detailed in the approved Environmental Assessment documents, I have corresponded with senior Ministry of the Environment and Energy officials to the effect that it would appear the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act related to the road works have been satisfied by virtue of the WWLRT EA approval.

I have proceeded with preliminary design of the road works generally in accordance with the configuration established in the approved WWLRT EA document, in consultation with the Commissioners of Parks and Recreation and Planning and Development among others in order to undertake construction this year. However, modifications to the approved cross sections have been identified as desirable as an interim condition, prior to the construction of the WWLRT. I note that Metropolitan Toronto has not identified the WWLRT as a project being considered for early implementation and consequently, funds have not been allocated by Metro or the Province for construction of this facility.

Comments: In order to meet the City's obligations under the Implementation Agreement, it is necessary for Council to address a number of related issues at this time, namely the endorsement of an amendment to the approved design, the lay out and dedication of the lands required for the realignment of Queens Quay West and construction of Portland Street and Simcoe Street, the approval of the alteration of Queens Quay West, the approval of the construction of surface facilities on the Portland Street and Simcoe Street extensions and the stopping up and closing of a portion of the existing Queens Quay West right of way for incorporation as park land.

1.Approval of final design

Modifications to the approved design of Queens Quay West and Portland Street requested by the Commissioners of Parks and Recreation and Planning and Development, which are described below and illustrated on the attached figures, must be accepted by the proponents of the project, in this case Metropolitan Toronto and the Toronto Transit Commission. If, in their opinion, these modifications are considered "minor" (i.e. will not adversely alter the impacts to the environment, as presented in the EA report), the modifications will be documented in the public record with the Ministry of Environment and Energy, but would not require their formal approval. Otherwise, the modifications would be considered "significant" and require a lengthier and consultative approval process, which would for all practical purposes preclude the proposed construction schedule.

The proposed modifications are as follows:

-the introduction of a lane of parking on the north side of Queens Quay West between Lower Spadina Avenue and Portland Street Extension; and

-a widened grassed median along the Queens Quay West realignment and Portland Street Extension.

The on-street parking would accommodate the short-term parking generated by the at-grade retail uses included as part of the development project proposed on the site abutting the north limit of the Queens Quay West realignment (Premises Nos. 540-570 Queens Quay West - Development Review Application No. 395056). It is important to note that the on-street parking is an interim condition and will be removed in conjunction with the WWLRT construction. Similarly, the grassed median on Queens Quay West will be narrowed and the median on the Portland Street Extension will be removed entirely to accommodate the WWLRT tracks. A public meeting will be scheduled with local residents and interested parties to present the proposed median treatments for the interim period prior to construction of the WWLRT by the TTC.

Metropolitan Toronto and TTC staffs have indicated in preliminary discussions, that the proposed modifications outlined above are acceptable in principle. Formal notification of their acceptance of these modifications is, however, required. In the event that either Metro or the TTC does not accept these modifications or consider them "minor" in nature, the City must assess the implications of deferring the construction of these facilities until these issues can be resolved versus the construction of the facilities as approved in the EA document.

In addition to the above modifications, it is proposed that in the section immediately east of the realignment, adjacent to Spadina Gardens, the median not be constructed at this time. This section of road is not being realigned and the construction of the median at this location, and the associated pavement widening, would necessitate a reduction in the size of the park including the removal of several mature City-owned trees, modifications and re-grading. Therefore, in order to defer these impacts and costs, it is proposed that this section of Queens Quay West be widened in conjunction with the construction of the LRT. Of course, the widened road allowance of 27m is not affected by this construction staging.

2.Lay out and dedication

The lands required for the realignment and widening of Queens Quay West and construction of Portland Street have been conveyed to the City. The various parcels comprising these lands are shown as Parts 1, 2, 3 and 5 on Figure 1 dated March 1, 1996, and more particularly described in Appendix A, attached. Council has previously authorized the lay out and dedication of Parts 2 and3. It would be appropriate to authorize the lay out and dedication of Parts 1 and 5 for public highway purposes at this time.

The lands required for the construction of Simcoe Street have also been conveyed to the City and are shown as Part 6 on Drawing No. SK-2117 dated March 1, 1996. These lands are more particularly described in Appendix A. The lay out and dedication of these lands should be authorized at this time.

3.Alteration of Queens Quay West

Queens Quay West between Lower Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street has a right-of-way width varying from 20 m to 22 m, a pavement varying in width from 14 m to 16 m, and a sidewalk approximately 3.0 m in width on the south side of the street.

The realignment of the Queens Quay West pavement within a 27 m right-of-way between Lower Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street to facilitate the future construction of WWLRT facility will provide for an expanded park system along the water's edge. The work includes the construction of a median, varying in width from 2.0 m to 7.5 m from 100 m west of Lower Spadina Avenue to 40 m west of the proposed Portland Street extension, a north roadway 7.5 m in width, a south roadway 5.5 m in width, and sidewalks and bicycle lanes on both sides of the street within a realigned right-of-way. The physical work associated with the realignment is described in Recommendation No. 5, above and shown schematically on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2112-1, dated March 1, 1996.

The realignment and widening of the Queens Quay West pavement between Lower Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street constitutes an alteration to a public highway, pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Act. This aspect of the project has been approved under Section 14 of the Environmental Assessment Act within the context of the WWLRT EA.

4.Construction of Portland Street

The Portland Street extension will be connected to the realigned Queens Quay West and should be constructed in conjunction with the proposed realignment.

The work includes the construction of median approximately 4.0 m wide, east and west roadways 5.0 m in width and sidewalks on both sides of the street. The physical work associated with the extension is described in Recommendation No. 6, above and shown schematically on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2112-1, dated March 1, 1996.

The construction of the Portland Street extension has been approved under Section 14 of the Environmental Assessment Act within the context of the WWLRT EA.

The extension of Portland Street will connect to Lake Shore Boulevard West which is a thoroughfare under the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Corporation. Metro has approved this aspect by virtue of its acceptance of the WWLRT EA, although details will be finalized at the detailed design stage.

5.Construction of Simcoe Street

The Simcoe Street extension between Queens Quay West and Lake Shore Boulevard West will connect to the proposed extension southerly of Simcoe Street from Bremner Boulevard being undertaken as part of the Metro Convention Centre Expansion Project. The work includes the construction of a pavement, varying in width from 13.0 m to 15.6 m and sidewalks on both sides of the street. The physical work associated with the extension is described in Recommendation No. 7, above and shown on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2117, dated March 1, 1996.

The construction of the Simcoe Street extension between Queens Quay West and Lake Shore Boulevard West is subject to Environmental Assessment under Schedule B of the Class Environmental Assessment for Municipal Road projects.

The extension of Simcoe Street will connect to Lake Shore Boulevard West which is a thoroughfare under the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Corporation. Metro Transportation has approved this connection in principle as well as the future signalization of same, but again, the details will be finalized at the detailed design stage.

6.Closing of a portion of Queens Quay West between Lower Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street

The construction and dedication of the realigned Queens Quay West will allow for the stopping up and closing of a portion of the existing Queens Quay West right-of-way. These lands, identified as Part 4 on the attached Figure 1 dated March 1, 1996, will no longer be required for public highway purposes, and should be stopped up and closed as a public highway and thereafter dedicated for parks purposes.

I have undertaken a detailed assessment of this closing and note that this portion of Queens Quay West contains existing City services which can remain in place. Access therefore, will be required to maintain the City's 300 mm watermain, 300 mm sanitary sewer and 450-600 mm storm sewer. Toronto Hydro, Bell Canada and Consumers Gas also have underground services located in the portion of Queens Quay West to be closed which will require easements over the area to be closed for access, operation, use, inspection, repair, maintenance, reconstruction or alteration of their existing plant and for the construction of additional services, including those required for the servicing of the proposed residential development on Parcel SQ-2. The areas of these utilities must be kept clear of tree planting and the construction of structures or below grade facilities. The utility companies may elect to provide new plant to service this site within the realigned portion of Queens Quay West.

The conversion of the land to parks purposes will require, among other things, the removal of the existing pavement, curbs and sidewalk and the placement of clean fill on the portion of Queens Quay West to be closed.

The proposed closing of this portion of Queens Quay West has been approved under Section 14 of the Environmental Assessment Act within the context of the WWLRT EA.

7.Costs

The estimated cost of the work described herein is $2,400,000, which will be borne by the Queens Quay West Land Corporation pursuant to the Implementation Agreement. Enhancements to streetscaping and plantings would be over and above this amount.

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Appendix A

Lands to be laid out and dedicated or

stopped up and closed in connection with

the realignment and widening of Queens Quay

West and construction of Portland Street

and Simcoe Street

StreetFigure 1Sketch No.Reference Plan

SK-2117 and/or Parcel No.

Queens Quay WestPart 1 -Part 10 66R-15712

Part 17, 18, 19, 25, 26, 27, 28 AND 29 on

66R-15848

Part 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 on 66R-16241

Parts 1 , 2 and 3 on 64R-13954

Part 13 on 63R-4999

Part 2 -Parts 15 and 16 on 63R-4999

Part 3 -Part 4 on 66R-16241

Part 4 -SQ-1

Portland StreetPart 5 -Part 17 on 63R-4999

Simcoe Street - Part 6Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4 on 66R-16372

Insert Table/Map No. 1

Figure 1 - File: CL-633

March 1, 1996

Insert Table/Map No. 2

SK-2112-1 dated March 1, 1996

Insert Table/Map No. 3

SK-2117 dated March 1, 1996

Insert Table/Map No. 4

Queen's Quay West

Realignment Cross Section

25

Hearing - Stopping Up, Closing and Leasing -

Lane Abutting Grenadier Pond and Road Allowance

of Grenadier Ravine Drive (High Park)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that a draft by-law in the form of the draft by-law be enacted.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, that pursuant to Clause 38 of Report No. 17 of the City Services Committee of the former City of Toronto, titled, "Ellis Avenue Ravine and Rennie Park - West Pond Ravine" which was adopted by City Council at is meeting on December 3 and 4, 1990, notice of its hearing on May 6, 1998, with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on April 14, April 21, April 28 and May 5, 1998, and no one appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following draft by-law:

Bill No.

BY-LAW No. -1998

To stop up and close the unopened lane abutting Grenadier Pond and the unopened road allowance of Grenadier Ravine Drive and to authorize the lease of a portion thereof to the abutting owner.

WHEREAS by Clause 38 of City Services Committee Report No. 17, adopted by Council of the former Corporation of the City of Toronto on December 3 and 4, 1990, it is recommended that the unopened lane abutting Grenadier Pond and the unopened road allowance of Grenadier Ravine Drive, be stopped up and closed as a public highway upon the terms and conditions contained in Clause 38 of City Services Committee Report No. 17, adopted by the said Council on December 3 and 4, 1990, and a lease of a portion of the part of the public highway so stopped up and closed be authorized upon the terms and conditions contained in the said report;

AND WHEREAS notice of the said Council's intention to stop up and close the said part of the public highway and to lease a portion thereof as aforesaid was advertised in a daily newspaper on ________________, 1998.

The Council of the City of Toronto HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

1.Certain land being the land abutting Grenadier Pond and the unopened road allowance of Grenadier Ravine Drive, described by W. Kowalenko, Esq., O.L.S., as follows, namely:

In the City of Toronto, Province of Ontario, being composed of:

FIRSTLY:

All of the 13 foot wide Public Highway on Plan M541 lying along the easterly and southerly limits of the said Plan M541 registered in the Land Registry Office for the Land Titles Division of Metropolitan Toronto (No. 66).

Being part of Parcel 7380 in the Register for West Section Township of York.

SECONDLY:

All of the 13 foot wide Public Highway on Plan M491 lying along the easterly limits of the said Plan M491 registered in the Land Registry Office for the Land Titles Division of Metropolitan Toronto (No. 66).

Being part of Parcel 5034 in the Register for West Section Township of York.

THIRDLY:

Grenadier Ravine Drive according to Plan M361 registered in the Land Registry Office for the Land Titles Division of Metropolitan Toronto (No. 66).

The easterly, southerly and westerly limits of Grenadier Ravine Drive as confirmed under the Boundaries Act by Plan BA503 registered on May 8, 1974 as Plan D217. (See A-430431)

Being part of the Tenthly described land in Parcel 3232 in the Register for West Section Township of York.

is hereby stopped up and closed as a public highway.

2.The soil and freehold of the portion of the public highway so stopped up and closed, as described by W. Kowalenko, Esq., O.L.S., as follows, namely:

In the City of Toronto and Province of Ontario, being composed of part of the 13 foot wide Highway on Plan M541 lying along the easterly and southerly limits of the said Plan M541, designated as PARTS 1 and 2 on Plan of Survey 66R-16821, both Plans being in the Land Registry Office for the Land Titles Division of Metropolitan Toronto (No. 66).

Being part of Parcel 7380 in the Register for West Section Township of York

shall be leased to the abutting owner upon the terms and conditions contained in Clause 38 of City Services Committee Report No. 17, adopted by Council on December 3 and 4, 1990.

3.The Clerk and Treasurer are authorized to execute all documents necessary to effect the conveyance authorized by Section 2 of this By-law and to affix the corporate seal of the City to these documents.

ENACTED AND PASSED this day of , A.D. 1998.

MEL LASTMAN,NOVINA WONG,

MayorCity Clerk

(Corporate Seal)

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The Toronto Community Council also submits Clause 38 of Report No. 17 of the City Services Committee of the former City of Toronto, headed "Ellis Avenue Ravine and Rennie Park - West Pond Ravine", which was adopted by City Council at its meeting held on December 3, 1990:

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The Committee recommends the adoption of the joint report (October 18, 1990) from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment and the Commissioner of City Property.

The Committee advises having forwarded this matter to the Land Use Committee for its meeting on November 20, 1990.

The following addressed the Committee:

-Edward Davidson

-Philippe De Bosset

-Rick Jardine

The Committee submits the joint report (October 18, 1990) from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment and the Commissioner of City Property:

Subject: Ellis Avenue Ravine and Rennie Park-West Pond Ravine (Ward 1)

Origin: Land Use Committee meeting of June 12, 1990 (c39csc90841:86)

Recommendations:

1.That the unopened lane abutting Grenadier Pond and the unopened road allowance of Grenadier Ravine Drive, as illustrated on the attached sketches dated October, 1990, be assumed and subsequently stopped-up and closed;

2.That the registered owners of privately-owned land abutting the portions of the unopened lane and road allowance, be notified of the proposed closing by-law during the advertising period;

3.That the lands comprising the unopened lane, so closed, adjacent to premises 75 Ellis Avenue, be included in the lease of the City-owned lands to the owner of 75 Ellis Avenue;

4.That the lands comprising the remaining unopened lane and the unopened Grenadier Ravine Drive, so closed, be placed under the jurisdiction of the Commissioner of Parks and Recreation, as a wildlife sanctuary;

5.That the Commissioner of Parks and Recreation erect appropriate fences and signage, at the south end of the lane to be leased to the owners of premises 75 Ellis Avenue and at the north end of Grenadier Ravine Drive, as illustrated on the attached sketches, so as to prevent trespassing onto the private lands abutting to the west of the said lane and Grenadier Ravine Drive;

6.That a copy of this report be forwarded to the October 30, 1990 meeting of the Land Use Committee for its information; and

7.That the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take the necessary action to implement the foregoing.

Background:

The Land Use Committee at its meeting held on June 12, 1990, adopted, inter alia, the following recommendations contained in the communication (June 8, 1990) from Councillor Boytchuk:

That the issue of the Ravine By-law be deferred:

1.for a report from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Commissioner of City Property in consultation with the Commissioner of Planning and Development and the City Solicitor upon the request of the property owners that the unopened road allowance abutting Grenadier Pond and the unopened Grenadier Ravine Drive be conveyed to them; and

2.for a report from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Commissioner of City Property in consultation with the Commissioner of Planning and Development and the City Solicitor upon possible means of prohibiting members of the public from gaining access to the said unopened road allowances, taking into consideration the residents' request that signs and fences be erected.

Comments: Your Committee at its meeting held on December 16, 1988, had before it a report dated November 23, 1988, respecting the closing of unopened road allowances in the ravine areas of Swansea, including the closing of the unopened road allowance Grenadier Ravine Drive and the unopened road allowance abutting Grenadier Pond (being the laneway to the rear of No. 75 Ellis Avenue, Nos. 1-35 Grenadier Heights and 7-27 and 28 Woodland Heights).

The November 23, 1988 report recommended that Grenadier Ravine Drive remain as a public highway, to provide for future vehicular access to the front of the properties comprising Nos. 2-12 Grenadier Ravine Drive and that the unopened laneway abutting Grenadier Pond be closed and placed under the jurisdiction of the Commissioner of Parks and Recreation. That report was deferred and subsequently withdrawn.

With regard to recommendations 1. and 2. adopted by the Land Use Committee on June 12, 1990, a meeting was held by the appropriate staff of the Departments of Public Works, City Property, Planning and Development and City Legal. It was concluded that the closing and conveyancing to the abutting owners of the unopened lane abutting Grenadier Pond and the unopened Grenadier Ravine Drive would not be in the City's best interests.

The Commissioner of Parks and Recreation has advised that fencing along the west bank of Grenadier Pond, as a means of discouraging trespass is not feasible as this would be physically disruptive to this fragile area and would impede the movement of mammals and reptiles that inhabit and migrate along this slope.

The City Solicitor is of the opinion that in order to fence off the road and lane at the north and south ends of Grenadier Pond as means of preventing trespass, the road and lane must first be assumed and then closed by by-law.

It is also the view of the Departmental representatives that Grenadier Ravine Drive and the lane should be closed and placed under the jurisdiction of the Commissioner of Parks and Recreation to be maintained as a wildlife sanctuary.

The effect of the closing of the lane and Grenadier Ravine Drive would appear to be in conformity with the provisions of the Municipal Act as it will not deprive any person of the means of access to and from the person's land or place of residence.

Lane abutting Grenadier Pond

There are no Public Works or public utility services in the lane to be closed, however, the City is currently leasing a strip of land approximately 12 metres in width, adjacent to the southerly limit of the aforesaid lane, to the owner of premises No. 75 Ellis Avenue. This portion of lane serves as the primary means of access to the aforesaid abutting privately-owned lands at 75 Ellis Avenue. In view of the foregoing, this portion of the lane should be stopped-up, closed and incorporated into the existing lease agreement.

Grenadier Ravine Drive

A City-owned watermain is located in Grenadier Ravine Drive. The watermain must remain in place and physical access must be retained for future maintenance.

Although Grenadier Ravine Drive is an unopened road allowance and does not serve as the primary means of access to abutting land, consents to the closing from the abutting landowners should be obtained.

Once the lane and Grenadier Ravine Drive are stopped-up and closed, chain link fencing could be strategically installed, perpendicular to the shore at both the north (See Sketch 2) and south ends (See Sketch 1). Both fences should have a locked gate for security and maintenance access. Signs reading "Wildlife Sanctuary, Please Keep Out" should be posted at either end. The Department of Parks and Recreation would accept responsibility for the installation of such fencing, to ensure that the fencing is installed in a manner that is least disruptive to existing vegetation.

Private landowners along this slope should be informed regarding the environmental significance and sensitivity of the west shore of Grenadier Pond.

The recommendations in this report are generally consistent with those contained in a communication (October 4, 1990) from the area residents, to the Land Use Committee.

The costs for the out-of-pocket expenses associated with the road closings in the estimated amount of $1,500.00 can be accommodated in Account No. 739-958.

Insert Table/Map No. 1

Ellis Avenue Ravine and Rennie Park

Insert Table/Map No. 2

Ellis Avenue Ravine and Rennie Park

The Committee also submits the communication (October 11, 1990) from Juanne Hemsol, Chairperson, Committee of Ravine Preservation Policies, addressed to the Land Use Committee:

Subject: Closing part of road allowances on west side of Grenadier Pond, being part of Ellis Avenue Ravine.

The Committee on Ravine Preservation (a Committee established by the Planning Advisory Committee) at its meeting held on October 9, 1990, unanimously adopted the following resolution and requested me to forward it to your Committee for consideration at its next meeting when the matter of a Ravine Control By-law for the Ellis Avenue Ravine and the West Pond Ravine will be considered by your Committee.

"The Committee expresses strong opposition to the sale of City owned lands on the west shore line of Grenadier Pond to the adjoining property owners at a time when the land is an integral part of the 'High Park Master Plan' area. This land serves as an essential part of the nesting bird sanctuary, migration corridor and turtle nesting area. The sale of these lands would disturb the natural habitat as well as rare plants such as sweet flag. It is also contradictory to the Official Plan policies related to ravines, which were developed in collaboration with this Committee."

The resolution was moved by David Hutcheon, and seconded by Helen Juhola.

The Committee also submits the petition (October 2, 1990) from 32 area residents regarding the ravine designation with respect to the west shore of Grenadier Pond, addressed to the Land Use Committee:

We, the undersigned area residents, are very concerned about the ravine designation with respect to the west shore of Grenadier Pond. On September 16, a number of the residents met to review the recommendations adopted by the Committee at its meeting held on June 12, 1990. In this regard, we are strongly of the view that:

1.We support, in the public interest, that the west shore of Grenadier Pond should remain in its natural state.

2.To accomplish this, the ravine should not only be designated under the by-law, it should also be protected as a wild life sanctuary.

3.To ensure the maximum protection of the ravine and its wildlife, we feel it necessary that:

i.the ravine designation be finalized,

ii.the existing unopened road allowance be eliminated or permanently closed,

iii.the north and south ends of the west shore of the Pond be signed "Wildlife Sanctuary - Please Keep Out", and

iv.the north and south ends of the west shore of the Pond be fenced.

Each of these steps are interrelated and, in our view, must be acted upon together. This is particularly the case with respect to the existing unopened road allowance. The unopened road allowance must be addressed at the same time as the ravine designation in order to fulfil the aims of the by-law. It would be contradictory to, on one hand, designate the west shore of the Pond as protected ravine and, on the other, to potentially open it to a parks and recreation use which would certainly threaten its existence as a unique and fragile wildlife sanctuary.

We ask that the reports from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Commissioner of City Property in consultation with the Commissioner of Planning and Development and the City Solicitor be completed as soon as possible as requested by the Land Use Committee at its June 12, 1990 meeting.

We appreciate the sensitivity with which the Land Use Committee has dealt with this matter. Thank you for your consideration.

The Committee also submits the communication (undated) from Janet and Patrick Li:

As we are unable to attend the City Services Committee meeting scheduled for November 16, 1990, we would like to hereby submit our views on the foregoing subject.

While we are in general agreement with the recommendations outlined in the report by the Department of Public Works and City Property Department to City Services Committee (October18, 1990), we would like to, nevertheless, emphasize on the following concerns:

a.that the recommendation to incorporate the portion of the unopened laneway adjacent to our property, 75 Ellis Avenue, to the existing lease agreement which we hold with the City is vital in ensuring the primary means of access to our premise and therefore should be respected in any future decisions on the matter.

b.that as landowners adjacent to the unopened laneway we be consulted in the installation of the chain link fence so that maximum consideration will be given to the protection of our privacy and the prevention of trespassers from using our property as a means of gaining access to the portion of the laneway adjacent to Grenadier Pond.

Thank you for your attention.

26

Extension of Hours of Operation - Boulevard Cafe on the

Kenilworth Avenue Flankage of 1961 Queen Street East,

Whitlock's Restaurant (East Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)City Council approve the extension of the hours of operation for the boulevard cafe on the Kenilworth Avenue flankage of 1961 Queen Street East to 11:00p.m., 7 days a week, subject to the following terms and conditions:

(a)the patio not open until 11:00 a.m.;

(b)the dumping of bottles in outdoor containers after 10:00 p.m. be prohibited;

(c)the patio be closed at 11:00 p.m. on all festival days;

(d)any two violations will result in the revocation of the patio licence;

(e)if the ownership changes, no transfer of the licence will occur without a full hearing on a new application; and

(f)an agreement incorporating these conditions be signed by the applicant before the extension is granted;

(2)the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be instructed to ensure that the conditions outlined in Recommendation No. (1) are being met; and

(3)the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be requested to review the extension and report to the Toronto Community Council at its meeting to be held on July 22, 1998.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, that it has requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to report to the Toronto Community Council on:

(1)policies and by-laws necessary to implement a general 11:00 p.m. patio closure and clearance policy on Queen Street East from Coxwell Avenue to Victoria Park Avenue;

(2)methods of pick-up of bottles and garbage, and possible solutions to the noise problems.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (February 25, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on the applicant's request to extend the hours of operation for the boulevard cafe on the Kenilworth Avenue flankage of 1961 Queen Street East from 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

The Toronto Community Council may recommend that:

(1)City Council approve the extension of the hours of operation for the boulevard cafe on the Kenilworth Avenue flankage of 1961 Queen Street East to 11:00p.m., 7 days a week, as requested by the applicant;

OR

(2)the closing time restriction for the boulevard cafe on the Kenilworth Avenue flankage of 1961 Queen Street East remain unchanged at 10:00 p.m., 7 days a week;

AND

(3)Should City Council approve an extension of the hours, I be requested to report back after the end of the 1998 cafe season on the operation of the cafe under the extended hours.

Background:

Mr.Dimitri Panayiotou, owner of Whitlock's Restaurant, has requested an extension of operating hours of his boulevard cafe from 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., 7 days a week (Appendix 'A'). As City Council approved the current operating hours, they must authorize any change.

Comments:

Mr. Dimitri Panayiotou, the new owner of Whitlock's Restaurant, 1961 Queen Street East, submitted an application to the Department on May 12, 1997, requesting the transfer of the boulevard cafe licence for the cafe on the Kenilworth Avenue flankage. A licence was issued to Mr.Panayiotou on July 17, 1997 with the condition that the cafe be cleared and closed by 10:00 p.m., 7 days a week, as approved by City Council for the former owner.

A transfer is dealt with at the staff level as long as the cafe is not altered in any way, physically or operationally.

We received four (4) letters of complaint from area residents on Kenilworth Avenue about the cafe being open beyond 10:00 p.m., on June 10 and July 1, 1997 (Appendices 'B' through 'E'). These complaints arrived while the licence was being processed but before it had actually been issued. In response, staff contacted Mr. Panayiotou to discuss his responsibility to ensure that the boulevard cafe is cleared and closed by 10:00 p.m. The licence was issued to Mr.Panayiotou only after receiving his written assurances that the cafe would be operated according to the conditions of approval.

Another complaint was received that food was being sold from the licensed cafe area on the evenings of July 25 and 26, 1997, during the Beaches Jazz Festival after 11:00 p.m. (Appendix 'F'). By-law Officers on patrol in the area during the Beaches Jazz Festival observed this unauthorized vending and issued a ticket to Mr. Panayiotou for vending in a prohibited area.

We have not received any further complaints since July 25, 1997 from members of the public or the Toronto Police Service regarding noise or other disturbances at this location.

The former City of Toronto Council, at its meeting of June 10, 1996, considered the same request for extended hours from the previous cafe operator and refused the application.

The City Clerk's office has notified the owners and occupants within 120 m along both sides of Kenilworth Avenue from the cafe, advising of Mr. Panayiotou's proposal.

Conclusions:

We have received complaints that Mr. Panayiotou operated the cafe past 10:00 p.m. on 2 evenings, prior to his licence being issued. There has been one other by-law violation at this location -- unauthorized vending -- in July 1997.

The decision on whether or not to extend the operating hours past 10:00 p.m. must be made by City Council, under § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313.

On hearing the matter, Toronto Community Council must decide whether or not to recommend that City Council extend the closing time restriction of the cafe.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Ken McGuire, 392-7564

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The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, also having had before it the following communications, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk:

-(March 27, 1998) from Ms. Lorraine A. Chilelli

-(February 8, 1998) from Mr. Peter A. Wilson

-(March 30, 1998) from Mr. Vasilios Papamanolopoulos

-(undated) from Ms. Claire Mason

-29 identical letters of support for extension from area residents

-(March 30, 1998) from Mr. Dimitri Panayiota, applicant

-(March 30, 1998) from Mr. Michael Easson

-(March 31, 1998) from Mr. Larry Campbell

-(March 31, 1998) from Ms. Lida Kotzer

-(April 7, 1998) from Mr. Eric Shabsove, The Roastery Coffee House

-(April 5, 1998) from Mr. Gib and Ms. Lorraine Barlow

-(April 9, 1998) from Ms. Agnes D. Walkinshaw

-(April 27, 1998) from Mr. Ernest H. Toomath

-(April 1, 1998) from Ms. Edna Chua

-(April 30, 1998) from Mr. Bob Bouey

-(May 4, 1998) from Mr. Dimitri Panayiotou, Owner, Whitlock's Restaurant

-(April 29, 1998) from Mr. Roger Green

-(May 5, 1998) from Mr. Michael F. Easson

-(April 24, 1998) from Ms. Rosalie Macfarlane

-(April 24, 1998) from Ms. Jacqueline Courual

-(April 24, 1998) from Mr. J. Chamberlin

-(April 24, 1998) from Mr. Elmer Theisen

-(April 24, 1998) from Ms. Gloria Theisen

-(May 5, 1998) from Ms. Lida Kotzer

-(May 5, 1998) from Ms. Voula Moran

-(May 1, 1998) from Mr. Jim Bell, General Manager, Diamond Taxicab Assn.

-(May 4, 1998) from Mr. Keith Bryan, Police Constable #232, 55 Division

-(May 5, 1998) from Mr. Frank Loritz

-(May 1, 1998) from Ms. Dorothy Hunt, Manager, Kew Gardens Tennis Club

The following persons appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Mr. Tom Dawson, Toronto, Ontario

-Mr. Sam Grossman, Toronto, Ontario

-Mr. Dimitri Panayiota, Owner of Whitlock's Restaurant

-Ms. Marian Loach, Toronto, Ontario

-Ms. Voula Moran, Toronto, Ontario

-Ms. Athena Chadjiioamou, Toronto, Ontario

-Ms. L. Kotzer, Toronto, Ontario

-Mr. Jim Barlow, Toronto, Ontario

-Ms. Lorraine Barlow, Toronto, Ontario

-Mr. Claes Eriksson, Chef, Whitlock's Restaurant

-Mr. Ernest H. Toomath, Toronto, Ontario

(A copy of Appendices A to F, referred to in the foregoing report was forwarded to all Members of the Toronto Community Council with the agenda for its meeting of May 6 and 7, 1998, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk).

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, had before it, during consideration of the foregoing Clause, communications from the following individuals expressing opposition to the request to extend the hours of operation of the boulevard cafe at Whitlock's Restaurant, from 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.:

(i)(May 12, 1998) from L. Kotzer, Toronto; and

(ii)(May 12, 1998) from Ms. V. Moran, Toronto.)

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Appeal of Boulevard Cafe - Logan Avenue Flankage of

889 Queen Street East (Don River)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the Logan Avenue flankage of 889 Queen Street East.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (February 19, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on the business owner's appeal of staff's refusal of an application for a boulevard cafe on the Logan Avenue flankage of 889 Queen Street East.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendation:

The Toronto Community Council may recommend that:

(1)City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the Logan Avenue flankage of 889 Queen Street East, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks;

OR

(2)City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the Logan Avenue flankage of 889 Queen Street East.

Background:

The Toronto Community Council, at its meeting of January 21, 1998, in considering a communication (July 12, 1997) from Ms. Kerri Larson acting on behalf of Mr. Dong Manh Nguyen, asked me to report on his appeal, as a deputation item.

Comments:

Mr. Dong Manh Nguyen, owner of King's Muffins, 889 Queen Street East, Toronto, Ontario M6K2E2, submitted an application on May 6, 1997, requesting a licence for a boulevard cafe on the Logan Avenue flankage.

The proposed cafe area is approximately 14.67sq. m., as shown on the attached sketch (Appendix'A'). It can accommodate 3 tables, with a potential seating capacity of 12 people.

This application meets the physical criteria for boulevard cafes set out in § 313-36 of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 313.

As the proposed cafe is within 25 m of a residential zone, the Municipal Code requires a public poll of owners and tenants within 120 m from the proposed cafe. If the majority of the ballots cast are in favour of the application, the application is approved. If the majority are opposed, the Commissioner must deny the application. If there is a negative response, re-polling for the same purpose may not take place until 2 years have passed from the closing date of the previous poll.

A poll dated June 10 to July 10, 1997 was conducted on the east side of Logan Avenue between Nos.203 and 247 and on the west side of Logan Avenue between Nos. 206 and 240 to determine neighbourhood support. The poll was conducted in English and French as requested by the former Councillor (i.e. every person polled received the ballot form in 2 languages). The results of the poll were as follows:

Polling Summary

Mr. Nguyen was advised in writing that given the negative poll, a licence could not be issued.

Conclusions:

Staff cannot issue Mr. Nguyen a licence for a boulevard cafe on the Logan Avenue flankage because the poll result was negative. I am satisfied the poll was conducted properly.

On hearing the deputations, the Toronto Community Council must decide whether or not to recommend that City Council grant the appeal.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Ken McGuire, 392-7564

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The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, having also had before it during consideration of the foregoing matter a communication (March 27, 1998) from Miss Rosemary Dymond, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk.

The following persons appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Ms. Julie Najjar, Toronto, Ontario

-Ms. Marlene Miller, Toronto, Ontario

-Ms. Shirley Stoyko, Toronto, Ontario

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Queen Street East/Logan Avenue

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Application for Commercial Boulevard Parking -

25 Musgrave Street (East Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (February19, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, CityWorksServices:

Purpose:

To report on the business operator's application for commercial boulevard parking fronting 25Musgrave Street. The application meets the requirements of the Municipal Code.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendation:

It is recommended that staff proceed to issue the licence for commercial boulevard parking fronting 25Musgrave Street, subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-41 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks.

Background:

Councillor Tom Jakobek, in his communication dated October 9, 1997 (Appendix 'A'), requested a report on the application for a commercial parking licence fronting 25 Musgrave Street.

The Ward Councillors are routinely notified of such applications, should they wish to comment or have the matter reported on.

Comments:

Mr. Albert Colaris, o/a Albert Colaris Electric Company Ltd., 25 Musgrave Street, Toronto, Ontario M4E 2H3, submitted an application on September 11, 1997, requesting commercial boulevard parking fronting 25 Musgrave Street, for the parking of one (1) motor vehicle parallel to the roadway, as shown on the attached sketch (Appendix 'B').

This application meets the physical criteria for commercial boulevard parking contained in § 313-41 of Municipal Code Chapter 313. Because this is in an industrial area, no public poll is required and staff may proceed to issue Mr. Colaris a licence. I note that 19 and 23 Musgrave Street are already licensed for the same use.

Municipal Code Chapter 313 § 313-41 stipulates that should such an application be refused by City Council, a further application from the same address may not be considered for 2 years from the date of the initial application.

Conclusions:

This is a routine request for commercial boulevard parking which meets the Municipal Code requirements. Therefore, I am recommending that staff proceed to issue the licence.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Ken McGuire, 392-7564

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(A copy of Appendix A, referred to in the foregoing report was forwarded to all Members of the Toronto Community Council with the agenda for its meeting on May 6 and 7, 1998, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk).

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Tree Removal - 156 St. Clements Avenue (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that City Council issue a permit for tree removal at 156 St. Clements Avenue, conditional on the applicant agreeing to plant a replacement tree on the property to the satisfaction of the Director of Development and Support.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (March 27, 1998) from the Director of Development and Support, Toronto Parks and Recreation, City Hall Office:

Purpose:

An application for a permit to remove one tree on private property in order to landscape the property with smaller trees and erect a fence has been filed by Ms. Kathryn A. Lockwood, 156 St. Clements Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1H2, owner of 156 St. Clements Avenue.

Recommendations:

Either 1 or 2 below.

(1)Refuse to issue a permit to remove the tree.

(2)Issue a permit for tree removal conditional on the applicant agreeing to plant a replacement tree on the property to the satisfaction of the Director of Development and Support.

Comments:

The tree in question is a fifty centimetre diameter silver maple in fair condition. The arborist report, prepared by Michael McIsaac of Mount Pleasant Tree Service that accompanies this application states that the overall health of the tree is satisfactory. The report indicates that the applicant is experiencing difficulty establishing other plant material in the rear yard, due to the extensive root system of the silver maple and recommends replacing this tree with a flowering dogwood or a crabapple tree. The neighbourhood is well treed with silver and Norway maples and if a permit is granted for the removal of the tree in question it should be conditional on the replacement planting of a large growing shade tree of a superior species to silver maple.

A notice of application sign was posted on the property for the required 14 day posting period, in order to notify the neighbourhood and provide an opportunity for objection to the application. No written objections were received in response to the application to remove the tree in question.

Contact Name:

Richard Ubbens

Telephone:(416) 392-1894

Facsimile:(416) 392-6657

e-mail:rubbens@city.toronto.on.ca

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Tree Removals - 19 Ridgewood Road (Midtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that City Council refuse to issue a permit to remove the trees located at 19 Ridgewood Road.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 9, 1998) from the Director of Development and Support, Toronto Parks and Recreation, City Hall Office:

Purpose:

An application for a permit to remove two trees on private property to allow for new landscaping has been filed by Mike Spencley, Central Tree Service, RR#1, Fenelon Falls, Ontario, K0M 1N0, agent for the owner of 19 Ridgewood Road.

Recommendations:

Either 1 or 2 below.

(1)Refuse to issue a permit to remove the trees.

(2)Issue a permit for tree removal conditional on the applicant agreeing to plant replacement trees on the property to the satisfaction of the Director of Development and Support.

Comments:

The trees in question are thirty-nine and forty-one centimetre diameter blue spruce in fair condition. The arborist report prepared by Central Tree Service, that accompanies this application states that both spruce trees have Cytospora canker. This disease is common in blue spruce trees and the two specimens in question exhibit only minor symptoms at this point. The westerly of the two trees shows some dieback at the top of the tree but in the opinion of Urban Forestry staff, the two spruce trees are structurally sound and viable specimens. Any proposed new landscaping for the property should consider incorporating the spruce trees.

A notice of application sign was posted on the property for the required 14 day posting period, in order to notify the neighbourhood and provide an opportunity for objection to the application. No written objections were received in response to the application to remove the trees in question.

Contact Name:

Richard Ubbens

Telephone:(416) 392-1894

Facsimile:(416) 392-6657

e-mail:rubbens@city.toronto.on.ca

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Tree Removal - 192 Glencairn Avenue (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that City Council issue a permit for tree removal at 192 Glencairn Avenue, conditional on the applicant agreeing to plant a replacement tree on the property to the satisfaction of the Director of Development and Support.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 8, 1998) from the Director of Development and Support, Toronto Parks and Recreation, City Hall Office:

Purpose:

The Toronto Community Council deferred consideration of the report (February 4, 1998) from the Director of Development and Support - Toronto Parks & Recreation, in order for staff to consult with the owners of 192 and 198 Glencairn Avenue to investigate the possibility that the proposed development at 198 Glencairn Avenue could take place without encroaching into the root zone of a red oak tree. The February 4, 1998, report from the Director of Development and Support was the result of an application for a permit to remove a red oak tree on private property to provide space and light for the establishment of mature pyramidal English oaks to provide screening and privacy between 192 Glencairn Avenue and the new house to be built at 198 Glencairn Avenue. The application was filed by Ms. Jan Allin, owner of 192 Glencairn Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1N2.

Recommendations:

Either 1, 2 or 3 below.

(1)Refuse to issue a permit to remove or injure the tree.

(2)Issue a permit for tree removal conditional on the applicant agreeing to plant a replacement tree on the property to the satisfaction of the Director of Development and Support.

(3)Issue a permit for injury to the tree conditional on the owner of 198 Glencairn Avenue implementing the tree preservation plan prepared by Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, based on an application to construct a new house at 198 Glencairn Avenue, submitted by Axis Planning & Development Consultants, 10 Morrow Avenue, Suite 103, Toronto, M6R 2J1, agent for the owner of 198 Glencairn Avenue.

Comments:

In March 1998, staff from Development and Support, Toronto Parks & Recreation, consulted with the property owner's of 192 and 198 Glencairn Avenue. Based on site plan sketches provided to staff, the proposed development at 198 Glencairn Avenue is still designed to encroach within the root zone of the 68 centimetre diameter red oak located at 192 Glencairn Avenue. The owner's of 198 Glencairn Avenue have hired an arborist who, on the basis of the proposed construction, has prepared a tree preservation plan to minimize the impact of the new house construction on the health of the red oak tree. Since the tree will incur root damage with the development in its present form, a permit for tree injury from City Council will be required. The portion of the property at 198 Glencairn Avenue that is in close proximity to the oak tree and that is proposed to be developed is open lawn space at present, and an ideal growing environment for the root system of the oak. Any development in this open lawn area will encounter the root system of the oak but the effect of the construction on the health of the tree can be reduced if the recommendations of the arborist from Davey Tree Expert are implemented.

The one storey rear portion of the proposed development will come to within 2.5 metres from the base of the tree. This portion of the house will be cantilevered 45 centimetres above the ground, thereby reducing the amount of excavation required in the root zone of the oak tree. The potential for injury to the tree arises from the amount of compaction that will occur in the trees root zone and the fact that the cantilevered portion will reduce the amount of moisture and air circulation that the tree presently receives. Red oaks are a significant native tree in Toronto's urban forest and if City Council issues a permit for injury to the tree it should be conditional on the owner of 198 Glencairn Avenue implementing the tree preservation plan prepared by Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, dated October 21, 1997.

Contact Name:

Richard Ubbens

Telephone:(416) 392-1894

Facsimile:(416) 392-6657

e-mail:rubbens@city.toronto.on.ca

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The Toronto Community Council, for the information of Council, having also had before it during consideration of the foregoing matter (undated) drawings respecting replacement of the existing house with a two-storey detached house at 198 Glencairn Avenue, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk.

Mr. Keith Allin, Toronto, Ontario, appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

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Commercial Boulevard Parking Appeal -

Triller Avenue Flankage of 1605 Queen Street West (High Park)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that City Council approve the application for commercial boulevard parking on the Triller Avenue flankage of 1605 Queen Street West, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to:

(1)the applicant complying with the criteria set out in §313-39 of the former CityofToronto Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks;

(2)a light being installed on the boulevard flankage; and

(3)the area being kept clear of debris.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 22, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on the business owner's appeal of staff's refusal for commercial boulevard parking on the Triller Avenue flankage of 1605 Queen Street West, because of a negative public poll. As this is a matter of public interest, it has been scheduled as a deputation item.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendation:

The Toronto Community Council may recommend that:

(1)City Council approve the application for commercial boulevard parking on the Triller Avenue flankage of 1605 Queen Street West, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in §313-39 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks;

OR

(2)City Council deny the application for commercial boulevard parking on the Triller Avenue flankage of 1605 Queen Street West.

Background:

Mr. Bill Jarman, in his letter of February 23, 1998 (Appendix 'A'), has requested an appeal of staff's decision to refuse his application for commercial boulevard parking on the Triller Avenue flankage of 1605 Queen Street West.

Comments:

Mr. Bill Jarman, owner of Hideaway Antiques, 1605 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario M6R 1A9, submitted an application on April 21, 1997, requesting a licence for commercial boulevard parking on the Triller Avenue flankage for the parking of 3 motor vehicles, parallel to the roadway as shown on the attached sketch (Appendix 'B').

This application meets the physical criteria for commercial boulevard parking as set out in § 313-42 of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 313.

As the proposed parking flanks a residential district, the Municipal Code requires a public poll of owners and tenants within 100 m from the proposed parking. If the majority of the ballots cast are in favour of the application, the application is approved. If the majority are opposed, the Commissioner must deny the application. If there is a negative response, re-polling for the same purpose may not take place until 2 years have passed from the closing date of the previous poll.

A poll dated November 12 to December 12, 1997, was conducted on the west side of Triller Avenue between Nos. 2 and 36A, including 1558 King Street West and on the east side of Triller Avenue from Nos. 1 and 39, including 1554 King Street West and 1553 Queen Street West to determine neighbourhood support. The poll was conducted in English and French as requested by the Ward Councillor (i.e. every person polled received the ballot form in 2 languages). The results of the poll were as follows:

Polling Summary

Mr. Bill Jarman was advised in writing that given the negative poll, a licence could not be issued.

Our records show that a commercial boulevard parking licence was issued in June 1979, to a former occupant of the property, Brewers Retail Store #2315, for the parking of 3 passenger motor vehicles positioned parallel to the travelled roadway. This licence was cancelled in December 1991, because the store ceased to operate and the property was vacated.

Conclusions:

Staff cannot issue Mr. Bill Jarman a licence for commercial boulevard parking on the Triller Avenue flankage because the poll result was negative.

On hearing the deputations, the Toronto Community Council must decide whether or not to recommend that City Council grant the appeal.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Ken McGuire, 392-7564

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(A copy of Appendix 'A' referred to in the foregoing report was forwarded to all Members of the Toronto Community Council with the agenda for its meeting on May 6 and 7, 1998, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk).

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1605 Queen Street West

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Boulevard Cafe Appeal - Holly Street Flankage of

45 Eglinton Avenue East (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the Holly Street flankage of 45Eglinton Avenue East, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in §313-36 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks; and

(2)the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be requested to report on the patio to the Toronto Community Council at its meeting to be held on November12,1998.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 22, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on the business owner's appeal of staff's refusal of an application for a boulevard cafe on the Holly Street flankage of 45 Eglinton Avenue East, because of a negative public poll.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendation:

The Toronto Community Council may recommend that:

(1)City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the Holly Street flankage of 45Eglinton Avenue East, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks;

OR

(2)City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the Holly Street flankage of 45Eglinton Avenue East.

Background:

The Toronto Community Council, at its meeting of January 21, 1998, in considering a communication (January 6, 1998) from Mr. G. Francis Deck, Vice President, Fran's Restaurant Ltd., asked me to report on his appeal, as a deputation item.

Comments:

Mr. G. Francis Deck, Vice President of Fran's Restaurant Ltd., o/a Fran's Eglinton, 21St.ClairAvenue West, Toronto, Ontario M4V 1K6, submitted an application on July 28, 1997, requesting a licence for a boulevard cafe on the Holly Street flankage.

The current proposal is for a cafe of approximately 38.9 sq. m., as shown on the attached sketch (Appendix 'A'). It can accommodate 9 tables, with a potential seating capacity of 36 people.

This proposal has been modified at staff's request to ensure that the cafe area is wide enough to accommodate patrons in wheelchairs. Mr. Deck is prepared to pay for reconstruction of a portion of the sidewalk to satisfy this requirement.

This application meets the physical criteria for boulevard cafes as set out in § 313-36 of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 313.

As the proposed cafe is within 25 m of a residential zone, the Municipal Code requires a public poll of owners and tenants within 120 m from the proposed cafe. If the majority of the ballots cast are in favour of the application, the application is approved. If the majority are opposed, the Commissioner must deny the application. If there is a negative response, re-polling for the same purpose may not take place until 2 years have passed from the closing date of the previous poll.

A poll dated September 3, 1997 to October 3, 1997, was conducted on Holly Street between Nos.30 and 84 Holly Street and on Dunfield Avenue between Nos. 40 and 70 Dunfield Avenue to determine neighbourhood support. The poll was conducted in English and French as requested by the Councillor (i.e. every person polled received the ballot form in 2 languages). The results of the poll were as follows:

Polling Summary

Mr. Francis Deck was advised in writing that given the negative poll, a licence could not be issued.

Conclusions:

Staff cannot issue Mr. Francis Deck a licence for a boulevard cafe on the Holly Street flankage because the poll result was negative.

On hearing the deputations, the Toronto Community Council must decide whether or not to recommend that City Council grant the appeal.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Ken McGuire, 392-7564

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The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, having also had before it during consideration of the foregoing matter the following communications and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk:

-(April 30, 1998) from Ms. Ann Adams

-(April 30, 1998) from Ms. Anne Brossard

-(May 4, 1998) from Ms. Anne Zepf

-(May 4, 1998) from Mr. Norman Proven

-(Undated) from Ms. Milana Todoroff forwarding a petition signed by 90 persons in opposition

-(Undated) from Ms. Milana Todoroff forwarding 4 more signatures in opposition

Mr. Francis Deck, Vice President, Fran Restaurants Limited, appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

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Boulevard Cafe Appeal - George Street Flankage of

185 King Street East (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the George Street flankage of 185 King Street East, notwithstanding the negative response to the public notice, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 22, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on the business owner's appeal of staff's refusal of an application for a boulevard cafe on the George Street flankage of 185 King Street East, because written objections were received in response to the public notification. As this matter is of public interest, it is scheduled as a deputation item.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendation:

The Toronto Community Council may recommend that:

(1)City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the George Street flankage of 185 King Street East, notwithstanding the negative response to the public notice, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks;

OR

(2)City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the George Street flankage of 185King Street East.

Background:

Mr. Daniel Johnson, in his letter of March 5, 1998 (Appendix 'A'), has requested an appeal of staff's decision to refuse an application for a boulevard cafe on the George Street flankage of 185 King Street East.

Comments:

Mr. Daniel Johnson, agent on behalf of Starbuck's Coffee Company, 65 Queen Street West, Suite1506, Box 26, Toronto, Ontario M5H 2M5, submitted an application on May 9, 1997, requesting a licence for a boulevard cafe fronting 185 King Street East and on the George Street flankage.

The application met the physical criteria for boulevard cafes set out in § 313-36 of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 313 and a notice was posted on June 20, 1997, for 14 days, to determine neighbourhood support. Prior to the expiry date of the notice, the Department received two (2) letters of objection (Appendices 'B' and 'C').

Generally, the concerns relate to the additional noise, loss in pedestrian sidewalk space and garbage. As well, there is a concern that disabled persons, visiting other businesses in the area, will have difficulty manoeuvring their wheelchairs past the cafe enclosure and over the brick sidewalk.

In order to address some of the concerns raised, Mr. Johnson has indicated that Starbuck's is no longer interested in pursuing a boulevard cafe licence fronting 185 King Street East and also has reduced the size of the cafe area requested on the George Street flankage. The revised cafe proposal is approximately 17.5 sq. m., as shown on the attached sketch (Appendix 'D'). It can accommodate 4 tables with a potential seating capacity of 16 people. In addition, in order to facilitate pedestrian movement in the vicinity of the proposed cafe, the applicant will be required to pay for the removal and relocation of 2 bike ring-and-post installations.

Mr. Daniel Johnson was advised in writing that we could not issue a licence because of the negative response to the public posting.

Conclusions:

Staff cannot issue Mr. Johnson a license for the cafe on the George Street flankage because of the negative response to the public posting.

On hearing the deputations, the Toronto Community Council must decide whether or not to recommend that City Council grant the appeal.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Ken McGuire, 392-7564

_______

The following persons appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Mr. Dan Johnson, John Gustavson Architect

-Ms. Regina Lazarek, Toronto, Ontario

(A copy of Appendices A, B and C, referred to in the foregoing report was forwarded to all Members of the Toronto Community Council with the agenda for its meeting on May 6 and 7, 1998, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk).

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Operation of Boulevard Cafe during 1997 Cafe Season and

Appeal for an Extension of Hours - 1071 Shaw Street (Davenport)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that

(1)the licence for the existing boulevard cafe area fronting 1071 Shaw Street be renewed annually by staff, effective April 1, 1998, under the present terms and conditions;

(2)City Council approve the application for an extension to the boulevard cafe fronting 1071 Shaw Street, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks; and

(3)the hours of operation on the boulevard cafe be extended to 11:00 p.m., subject to the patio being closed and cleared by that time.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 22, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on the operation of a boulevard cafe at 1071 Shaw Street during the 1997 cafe season and the business owner's appeal of staff's refusal to permit an extension to the cafe, because of a negative poll. As this is a matter of public interest, it is scheduled as a deputation item.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1)That the licence for the existing boulevard cafe area fronting 1071 Shaw Street be renewed annually by staff, effective April 1, 1998, under the present terms and conditions.

(2)That the Toronto Community Council may recommend that:

(a)City Council approve the application for an extension to the boulevard cafe fronting 1071 Shaw Street, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks;

OR

(b)City Council deny the application for an extension to the boulevard cafe fronting 1071 Shaw Street.

Background:

The former City of Toronto Council, at its meeting of May 12, 1997, approved the business operator's appeal for a boulevard cafe licence fronting 1071 Shaw Street, notwithstanding the negative result of a public poll, under conditions that:

(1)the licence be granted for the 1997 cafe season only;

(2)the cafe be closed nighty at 10:00 p.m.;

(3)no music be played; and

(4)the Commissioner of City Works Services and the Chief of Police Services to monitor the site and advise the Ward Councillor and the Committee of any problems.

Comments:

A licence to operate the boulevard cafe fronting 1071 Shaw Street was issued on May 29, 1997, for an approximate area of 7.98 sq. m. On Appendix 'A', we have denoted the licensed area (Area 1). The cafe operated during the 1997 cafe season and we did not receive any complaints from members of the public or Toronto Police Service pertaining to noise or other disturbances. One incident of garbage being put out improperly by the operator was investigated. The property owner was advised of the correct times and location for garbage collection and the problem was resolved.

Subsequently, on February 24, 1998, Ms. Jennifer Andreoli, Universal Grill Inc., submitted a further application for an extension of the licensed cafe area in front of 1071 Shaw Street (Area 2 on Appendix 'A').

As the proposed extension represents a significant modification to the original licensed area, a public poll of owners and tenants within 120 m of the property was conducted.

The public poll dated March 12 to April 13, 1998, was conducted on Shaw Street on the west side between Nos. 1052 and 1074 and on the east side between Nos. 1049 and 1071 in order to determine neighbourhood support for the proposed cafe extension. The results of the poll were as follows:

Polling Summary

Ms. Andreoli was advised in writing that given the negative poll, a licence could not be issued for the cafe extension, and has subsequently requested an appeal of this decision.

Conclusions:

Licences for boulevard cafes have to be renewed annually as of April 1. Given that the cafe has operated during the 1997 cafe season without complaints, the licence for the current area at this location should be renewed on an annual basis as originally approved for an area of 7.98 sq. m.

Staff cannot issue Ms. Andreoli a licence for an extension to the boulevard cafe fronting 1071 Shaw Street because the poll result was negative.

On hearing the deputations, the Toronto Community Council must decide whether or not to recommend that City Council grant the appeal for the extension.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Ken McGuire, 392-7564

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The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, having also had before it during consideration of the foregoing matter the following communications, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk:

-(April 21, 1998) from Ms. Karen Ryder

-(Undated) petition signed by 169 persons in support

-(April 30, 1998) from Mr. John Battista

-(April 21, 1998) from Ms. Karen Ryder

-(May 6, 1998) from Staff of the Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre

The following persons appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Ms. Jennifer Andreoli, Chef/Owner, Universal Grill

-Mr. Dave Wilson, Professor, University of Toronto

-Ms. Vanda Henriques, Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre

-Ms. Emily Shaw, Owner, Universal Grill

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Cafe No. 2834

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Boulevard Cafe - Craighurst Avenue Flankage of

2630 Yonge Street (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the Craighurst Avenue flankage of 2630 Yonge Street, notwithstanding the former City of Toronto City Council's denial, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in Chapter 313 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 22, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on the business owner's request for a boulevard cafe on the Craighurst Avenue flankage of 2630 Yonge Street because a similar request was denied by the former City Council in June 1997, although a majority of the ballots cast in the public poll were in favour of the proposal. As this matter is of public interest, it is scheduled as a deputation item.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendation:

The Toronto Community Council may recommended that:

(1)City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the Craighurst Avenue flankage of 2630 Yonge Street, notwithstanding the former City Council's denial, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in Chapter 313 of the City of Toronto Municipal Code;

OR

(2)City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the Craighurst Avenue flankage of 2630 Yonge Street.

Background:

The former City of Toronto Council, at its meeting of June 23, 1997, in considering a similar request from Mr. Dan Johnson, acting on behalf of Starbucks Coffee Company, denied the application for a boulevard cafe on the Craighurst Avenue flankage of 2630 Yonge Street.

The public poll was in favour of the proposed cafe.

While Municipal Code Chapter 90 specifically prohibits re-polling for the same purpose for two years following the closing date of the last poll (which in this case was April 21, 1997), this was intended to prevent re-polling if the poll result had been negative. (Staff cannot issue a licence if a poll is negative unless Council grants an appeal.)

However, the Municipal Code is silent on the issue of when someone may re-apply for a licence if the poll result has been positive but City Council has still decided to deny the request.

Therefore, given the absence of any rules to govern this situation, we have advised Mr. Johnson to re-apply so that we can bring the matter to the Toronto Community Council for further public discussion.

The City Clerk's office has notified the owners and occupants within 120 m along both sides of Craighurst Avenue from the proposed boulevard cafe, advising of Mr. Johnson's new request for a boulevard cafe.

Comments:

On March 19, 1998, Mr. Daniel Johnson, architect/agent, acting on behalf of Starbucks Coffee Company, 65 Queen Street West, Suite 1506, Toronto, Ontario M5H 2M5, re-applied for a boulevard cafe licence to operate a cafe on the Craighurst Avenue flankage of 2630 Yonge Street. The original application was made in January 1997.

The proposed cafe area is approximately 19.8 sq. m., as shown on the attached sketch (Appendix 'A'). It can accommodate 18 tables with a potential seating capacity of 72 people.

The application meets the physical criteria for boulevard cafes set out in § 313-36 of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 313.

The original application was processed as required, including a public poll of owners and tenants within 120 m of the property.

The public poll dated March 20 to April 21, 1997 was conducted on Craighurst Avenue between Nos.20 and 68 on the north side and between Nos. 19 and 63 on the south side, including 2628 Yonge Street. The results were as follows:

Polling Summary

The majority of ballots cast were in favour of the proposal. However, the former Ward Councillor, Kay Gardner, requested a report on the matter for public deputations because she had heard from some concerned residents. The City Services Committee heard the deputations on June 4, 1997 and recommended that City Council deny the request.

City Council, at its meeting of June 23 and 24, 1997, adopted the recommendation of the City Services Committee and denied the request.

Conclusions:

The current poll results are positive and the applicant has re-applied. The Municipal Code is silent on how to deal with this situation.

On hearing the deputations, the Toronto Community Council should decide whether or not to recommend that City Council grant a licence for a boulevard cafe on the Craighurst flankage of 2630Yonge Street.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Ken McGuire, 392-7564

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The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, having also had before it during consideration of the foregoing matter, the following communications, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk:

-(April 30, 1998) from Ms. Fiona Anderson

-(May 2, 1998) from Mr. David McRobert

-(May 5, 1998) from Ms. Susan Humphrey

Mr. Dan Johnson, John Gustavson Architect, appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

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2630 Yonge Street

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Naming of Public Lane Extending Southerly from

Stephanie Street between Beverley and John Streets -

Cayley Lane (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April16,1998) from the City Engineer, City Works Services:

Purpose:

This report recommends that the public lane extending southerly from Stephanie Street between Beverley Street and John Street be named "Cayley Lane," to facilitate the identification of a building entrance fronting on the lane.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1)That the public lane extending southerly from Stephanie Street between Beverley Street and John Street, illustrated on the enclosed "MAP A," be named "Cayley Lane"; and

(2)That the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Background:

I have a request from Denise Myre-Lefebvre to name the public lane extending southerly from Stephanie Street between Beverley Street and John Street, for the purpose of identifying a building entrance fronting thereon. The lane is proposed to be named after William Cayley, a lawyer and politician, who was born in St. Petersburg on May 26, 1807 and died in Toronto on February 23, 1890.

William Cayley came to Canada some time between 1835 and 1838, was admitted as a barrister to the Law Society of Upper Canada in 1838, and practiced law in Toronto at various times over the next 30 years when not holding public office. He was connected by marriage to the prominent Boulton family, who lived at the "Grange" located at the head of John Street. The original Grange house, erected in 1820 with additions added later, was built by D'Arcy Boulton and is still standing today. In the book "Robertson's Landmarks of Toronto," it mentions that the Hon. William Cayley designed the hall addition of the Grange residence and planted trees in front of the house.

Comments:

The proposed name "Cayley Lane" has been circulated for comment and has the support of Councillors Olivia Chow and Kyle Rae, Heritage Toronto, Toronto Fire Services, Toronto Planning and The Grange Historical Society.

Conclusions:

The proposed name "Cayley Lane" is consistent with the policy for naming streets and lanes approved by Toronto City Council on July 11, 1988 (Clause 4, Executive Committee Report No. 22).

Contact Name:

Desmond Christopher

Telephone: (416) 392-1831

Fax: (416)392-0081

E-mail: dchristo@city.toronto.on.ca.

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The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, having also had before it, during consideration of the foregoing matter, a communication (April 5, 1998) from Ms. Marie-Madeleine-Gisele-Denise-Myre LeFebvre, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk.

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Map A - Public Lane Proposed to be named Cayley Lane

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Naming of Proposed Public Streets at

1090 Shaw Street (Davenport)

(City Council, on May 13 and 14, 1998, amended this Clause by adding thereto the following:

"It is further recommended that, in the event the appropriate accent on the letter 'c' in the word 'Açores' cannot be included in the street name sign, the street name be spelled 'AzoresAvenue' in lieu of 'Açores Avenue'.")

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)the proposed public street extending westerly from Shaw Street then southerly, illustrated on "MAP A," attached to the report (April 16, 1998) from the City Engineer, City Works Services be named "Minho Boulevard"; and

(2)the proposed public street extending easterly from Ossington Avenue to Shaw Street, illustrated on "MAP A," attached to the report (April 16, 1998) from the City Engineer, City Works Services be named be named "Açores Avenue"; and

(3)the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

The Toronto Community Council reports, for the information of Council, having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, to report directly to Council, if necessary, should the proposed street names contravene City Council's policy respecting Duplicate Street names.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 16, 1998) from the City Engineer, City Works Services:

Purpose:

This report recommends that the names "Gibraltar Way" and "Santa Maria Road" be approved for the two proposed streets to be located at the residential development at 1090 Shaw Street.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1)That the proposed public street extending westerly from Shaw Street then southerly, illustrated on the enclosed "MAP A," be named "Gibraltar Way"; and

(2)That the proposed public street extending easterly from Ossington Avenue to Shaw Street, illustrated on the enclosed "MAP A," be named "Santa Maria Road"; and

(3)That the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Background:

I have a request from Peter Campbell, Intracorp Developments (Ontario) Limited, to name the two proposed streets to be located at the residential development at 1090 Shaw Street. The proposed names "Gibraltar Way" and "Santa Maria Road" were submitted as a result of a marketing assessment which indicated that the project will draw largely from the Portuguese, Italian and Spanish segments of the Toronto population. The submission also indicated that the style of the homes will be of Mediterranean architecture and suggests that the proposed names are derived from the same cultural and geographic influences.

Comments:

The proposed names "Gibraltar Way" and "Santa Maria Road" have been circulated for comment and have the support of Councillors Betty Disero and Dennis Fotinos, and staff of Heritage Toronto, Toronto Planning and Toronto Fire Services.

Conclusions:

The proposed names "Gibraltar Way" and "Santa Maria Road" are consistent with the policy for naming streets and lanes approved by Toronto City Council on July 11, 1988 (Clause 4, Executive Committee Report No. 22).

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Desmond Christopher

Telephone: (416)392-1831

Fax: (416)392-0081

E-mail: dchristo@city.toronto.on.ca

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Map A - Ossington/Shaw/Canadian Pacific\Carus

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Naming of Public Lane West of Markham Street

Between Barton Avenue and Palmerston Square

St. Peter's Lane (Midtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April16,1998) from the City Engineer, City Works Services:

Purpose:

This report recommends that the public lane 38.1 metres west of Markham Street between Barton Avenue and Palmerston Square be named "St. Peter's Lane." The naming of the lane will facilitate vehicular access to properties on Palmerston Square.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1)That the public lane 38.1 metres west of Markham Street between Barton Avenue and Palmerston Square, illustrated on "MAP A" attached, be named "St. Peter's Lane."

(2)That the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Background:

I have a request from Nancy White, owner of the property at 64 Palmerston Square, to name the public lane located 38.1 metres west of Markham Street between Barton Avenue and Palmerston Square. The name "St. Peter's Lane" was chosen from a list provided by Ms. White and is considered suitable as the lane is adjacent to the St. Peter Catholic School. Due to the configuration of one-way streets in the neighbourhood, the primary means of vehicular access to Palmerston Square is from the south. The naming of the lane will simplify directions to motorists seeking the properties on Palmerston Square.

Comments:

The proposed name "St. Peter's Lane" has been circulated for comment and has the support of Councillors John Adams and Ila Bossons, Toronto Planning, Heritage Toronto and Toronto Fire Services.

Conclusions:

The proposed name "St. Peter's Lane" is consistent with the policy for naming streets and lanes approved by City Council on July 11, 1988 (Clause 4, Executive Committee Report No. 22).

Contact Name:

Desmond Christopher

Telephone: (416) 392-1831

Fax:(416) 392-0081

E-mail: dchristo@city.toronto.on.ca

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Map A - Public Lane to be named St. Peter's Lane

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Closing of Lane Containing Encroaching

Below Grade Levels of Garage -

Rear of 323 Richmond Street East (Don River)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April15,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, CityWorks Services:

Purpose:

To obtain City Council authority to close the portion of the public lane containing the encroaching first and second below grade levels of the Parking Authority of Toronto parking garage at the rear of Premises No. 323 Richmond Street East, in order to provide necessary easements to the purchaser of the third and fourth below grade levels of the parking garage.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Funds in connection with the subject closing can be provided from Parking Authority of Toronto Account No. 216-014.

Recommendations:

1. That the portions of the public lane containing the encroaching first and second below grade levels of the Parking Authority of Toronto parking garage at the rear of Premises No. 323 Richmond Street East, shown hatched on the attached Plan SYE2850-1, be stopped-up and closed; and

2. That the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that might be required, including the necessary Bill to amend Schedule "A" of By-law No. 1995-0194, and provide notice to the public.

Background:

The former Toronto City Council, at its meeting of August 21, 1997, adopted Clause 33 in Executive Committee Report No. 19, and authorized the closing and conveyancing of the portion of the public lane containing the encroaching third and fourth below grade levels of the parking garage at the rear of Premises No. 323 Richmond Street East. The closing including the air rights, was required by the Parking Authority of Toronto to finalize a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Lorenzetti Development Corporation for the construction of a residential condominium. In this connection, the former Council passed By-law No. 1997-0552. I note that the first and second below grade levels of the garage were retained by the Parking Authority for use as public parking and were accommodated within the lane lands through an encroachment agreement.

Comments:

The President of the Parking Authority of Toronto has now advised that the lane containing the Parking Authority portion of the garage, namely the first and second below grade levels at the above noted location must also be closed so that easements may be granted to all condominium owners for access and maintenance purposes. I note that easements cannot be granted on public highway lands. I have assessed the proposal and consider it feasible.

The portions of the lane to be closed, shown hatched on Plan SYE2850-1, will be administered by the Parking Authority. The surface lands will remain open as a public lane and under the jurisdiction of Works and Emergency Services. The terms and conditions related to support of the lane, access through the garage for maintenance purposes, etc., as contained in the encroachment agreement would remain in effect with respect to the surface lane which will remain open.

This undertaking is exempt from Environmental Assessment in accordance with the Class Environmental Assessment for Municipal Road Projects.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Laurie Robertson

Project Technician - Street and Lane Closings

392-7711

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Richmond/Sherbourne/Ontario

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Tree Removal - 465 Armadale Avenue (High Park)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that the request for removal of a city-owned tree at 465 Armadale Avenue be denied.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April 3, 1998) from the Director of Development and Support, Toronto Parks and Recreation:

Purpose:

An application has been received from Mrs. Jane Hemsley, 465 Armadale Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M6S 3Y1, for City Council to consider removal of a City owned silver maple tree located at the above noted address. Mrs. Hemsley reports that the tree roots are clogging her drains.

Recommendation:.

That this request for tree removal be denied.

Comments:

The tree in question is a 57 cm diameter silver maple which is in fair condition and is valued at $2,967.96. My staff inspected the tree on March 25, 1998 and found that the tree is in fair condition and does not qualify for routine removal.

With respect to drain problems experienced at this address, I advise that if drains leak, they will attract tree roots which may result in clogged drains. The only solution to this problem is to replace old, deteriorating drains with new drains which do not leak and attract roots. Removal of the tree may not solve the problem of blocked pipes as water will still leak into the soil and the opening could allow soil and roots from other trees or shrubs into the pipe.

Removal of City trees suspected of causing damage to drains is neither practical nor advisable and would set an undesirable precedent for removing many City trees.

However, should Toronto Community Council approve tree removal, I recommend that the owner pay all costs involved, this includes the tree value of $2,967.96, the removal costs of $1,242.12, and the cost to plant a replacement, $475.62, for a total of $4,685.70.

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Tree Removal - 166 Warren Road (Midtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that the request for removal of a city-owned tree on 166 Warren Road be denied.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (April3,1998) from the Director of Development and Support, Toronto Parks and Recreation:

Purpose:

An application has been received from Mr. Ronald Holbrook, Ronald Holbrook & Associates Landscape Architects, 390 Dupont Street, Suite 205, Toronto, M5R 1V1 for City Council to consider removal of a City owned spruce tree located at the above noted address. Mr. Holbrook reports that the tree has been unaesthetically pruned and the tree will cause to much shade for a proposed landscape.

Recommendation:

The request for tree removal be denied.

Comments:

The tree in question is a 42 cm diameter spruce located on City street allowance. The tree stands in fair condition and is valued at $2,005.32. My staff inspected this tree on March 19, 1998 and found that although the tree has been pruned in the past, it could be incorporated into a landscape plan of other trees and shrubs.

Since the spruce is a large and significant tree on the street and the tree is not structurally unsound, dead or dying, I recommend that the request for tree removal be denied.

However, should Toronto Community Council approve tree removal, I recommend that the applicant pay all costs involved; this includes the tree value of $2,005.32, the removal costs of $1010.43, and the costs to plant a replacement, $475.62, for a total of $3,491.37.

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Tree Removal - 480, 496 and

516 Richmond Street West (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April3,1998) from the Director of Development and Support, Toronto Parks and Recreation:

Purpose:

An application has been received from Mr. David Jackson, Jackson Planning Consultants Ltd., 520 Richmond Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 1Y2, for City Council to consider removal of a City owned tree.

Recommendation:

That:

(1)the applicant submit payment for the value of the linden, removal and replacement costs, a total of $1,758.75; and

(2)the applicant being required to plant 17 new trees in turf on Richmond Street West and Augusta Avenue City street allowances upon completion of the project in accordance with Landscape Plan L1 prepared by James Goad Architect, date stamped March 20, 1998 by Urban Development Services.

Comments:

Mr. Jackson reports that the tree is in direct conflict with a proposed vehicular entrance into an underground garage. The request forms part of a Site Plan Approval application filed with Urban Development Services for the purpose of facilitating construction of a six storey building with underground parking.

The tree in question is a 30 cm diameter linden which is located on the Augusta Avenue flankage. The tree stands in good condition and is valued at $890.37. Tree removal costs are $392.76 and tree replacement costs in turf are $475.62, for a total of $1,758.75.

The applicant proposes to plant 17 new 'Autumn Blaze' Freeman maple in turf on Richmond Street West and Augusta Avenue as part of the landscape improvements associated with this project. The planting of these new trees will enhance the streetscape in this area and be a major improvement over the existing conditions. I therefore recommend approval for removal of this tree subject to conditions set out in this report.

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Tree Removal - 1241 St. Clair Avenue West (Davenport)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April22,1998) from the Director of Development and Support, TorontoParksandRecreation:

Purpose:

An application has been received from Mr. Romano Sironi, The New Toronto Hydro - Electric Commission, 500 Commissioners Street, Toronto, M4M 3N7, for City Council to consider removal of a City owned Honeylocust tree.

Recommendation:

That tree removal be conditional on the applicant paying all costs, a total of $1,553.71, and that such funds be used by Forestry Services for tree maintenance.

Comments:

Mr. Sironi reports that the Honeylocust tree is in direct conflict with a proposed transformer vault to be installed on the southwest corner of Via Italia and St. Clair Avenue West. An alternative site for the transformer at the southeast corner of Via Italia and St. Clair Avenue West was discussed with Toronto Hydro representatives. However, as outlined in appendix A, Hydro reports that this option would cost approximately $61,000.00 extra.

The tree in question is an 18 cm diameter honeylocust which is located on Via Italia. The tree stands in good condition and is valued at $162.78. Due to the size and condition of this tree, it cannot be successfully relocated to another location. The costs to remove the tree is $132.40.

Since installation of a transformer would result in permanent elimination of a planting site, I recommend that if Council approves removal of this tree, such approval be conditional on the applicant paying all costs, a total of $1,553.71, and that such funds be used by Forestry Services for tree maintenance.

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(A copy of Appendix A referred to in the foregoing report, was forwarded to all Members of the Toronto Community Council with the agenda for its meeting on May 6 and 7, 1998, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk).

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Variances from Chapter 297, Signs,

of the Former City of Toronto Municipal Code -

Corporate Services, Property Services Division

(High Park, Davenport, Midtown, Downtown, Don River)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (May1,1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services:

Purpose:

To review and make recommendations respecting applications for variances to maintain ten illuminated ground signs and one illuminated pedestal sign.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

It is recommended that:

(1)City Council approve Applications Nos. 997112 and 997117, respecting minor variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain two illuminated ground signs.

(2)City Council approve Application No. 997120, respecting minor variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain one illuminated pedestal sign on condition that the pedestal sign be set back 2.0 metres from the south and east property lines.

(3)The applicant be advised, upon approval of Applications Nos. 997112, 997117 and partial approval of Application No. 997120 of the requirement to obtain the necessary permits from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

(4)City Council refuse Applications Nos. 997111, 997113, 997114, 997115 and 997116, respecting minor variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain five illuminated ground signs.

(5)City Council refuse Application No. 997120, respecting minor variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain three illuminated ground signs.

Background:

At its meeting dated October 6 and 7, 1997, the former City of Toronto Council adopted a report from the Commissioner of Corporate Services respecting existing signboard locations on City-owned properties. The report identified that there are 13 existing third party signs, located on ten City-owned properties that currently generate revenue to the City pursuant to long standing blanket agreements. However, it appears that the City could generate greater revenue potential if the signs were submitted to a competitive bid.

Investigations have determined that none of the existing signs conform to the sign provisions of the Municipal Code. Legal non-conforming signs are permitted to remain in their existing locations provided there are no changes to the sign structure, location or height. Separate applications have been made to the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services for minor variance approval.

I am in receipt of minor variance applications for each of the ten properties. Two of these properties have been withdrawn recently. I have reviewed the remaining eight properties (11 signs) as identified on the attached Table 1.

The Commissioner of Corporate Services has reviewed this report and has no objection to the recommendations.

The Commissioner of Corporate Services advises that subsequent to Council's consideration of this report, she will be reporting to Corporate Services Committee on recommended courses of action for each of the locations outlined in this report.

Comments:

1873 Bloor Street West (997111) (Ward 19)

The property is located on the south side of Bloor Street West, in a park district. The applicant is requesting permission to maintain one illuminated ground sign for third party advertising on the north-west corner of the property (see Figures A and A-1). The sign has a length of 6 metres and a height of 3 metres, with an area of 18 m².

The sign does not comply with Chapter 297 of the Municipal Code in that a third party ground sign is not permitted in a park district.

The site is part of a closed public road allowance that is currently maintained and operated by the Parks and Recreation Division as part of the High Park public open space and ravine lands. Beneath the site are important water and sewer lines, but on the surface the site has become visually and physically a part of High Park with access to the park via a public stair. Directly to the east of the site is a part of High Park that the Ministry of Natural Resources has determined to be provincially significant with Black Oak savannah and Red Oak Forest ecosystems. High Park has recently been declared a prominent site under Section 3.5 of the former City of Toronto Official Plan and has been designated "environmentally significant".

The Parks and Recreation Division have advised that the existing location of the ground sign on a steep wooded ravine slope has had a detrimental impact on surrounding vegetation which may ultimately contribute to accelerated erosion of the ravine slope. Its location, adjacent to the ravine slope entrance to High Park is also intrusive visually and detracts from the public enjoyment of view corridors into the park and across the park to Lake Ontario. The location of the existing ground sign conflicts with City Council's larger objectives for ravine slope protection, restoration and management of High Park's significant natural environment, and preservation of significant view corridors into High Park and to Lake Ontario.

Given its location in a public park, its detrimental impact on the surrounding vegetation, and its impairment of view corridors, I am recommending that this application be refused, as I consider the requested variance to be significant and not within the general intent and purpose of the sign provisions of the Municipal Code.

423 Old Weston Road (Application No. 997117) (Ward 21)

The property is located on the east side of Weston Road, north of St. Clair Avenue West, in a residential (R2) district and a park (G) district. The property accommodates a City Works storage yard.

The applicant is requesting permission to maintain one illuminated ground sign for third party advertising on the west side of the property (see Figures B and B-1). The sign has a length of 6 metres and a height of 3 metres, with an area of 18 m².

The sign does not comply with Chapter 297 of the Municipal Code in that a third party ground sign is not permitted in a residential or parks district.

The existing sign is located within the residentially zoned portion of the property. The lands, although zoned for residential and parks purposes, currently accommodate a storage yard. The lands west of the site and across Old Weston Road are zoned industrial and accommodate a supermarket. The nearest residential building from which the sign is visible is approximately 120 metres north of the property and across Old Weston Road and in my opinion, the sign does not adversely impact the surrounding uses.

I am recommending approval of this application, as I find the variance requested to be minor and within the general intent and purpose of the sign provisions of the Municipal Code.

307 MacPherson Avenue, 315 MacPherson Avenue, 325 MacPherson Avenue (997114) (997115) (997116) (Ward 23)

The properties are located on the south side of MacPherson Avenue, east and west of Davenport Road, in an industrial (I1) district. The property on the east side of Davenport Road (No. 307 MacPherson Avenue) accommodates a surface parking lot and the properties on the west side of Davenport Road (Nos. 315 and 325 MacPherson Avenue) are vacant and currently used as a storage yard.

The applicant is requesting permission to maintain three illuminated ground signs for third party advertising. The sign on the east side of Davenport Road (seen on Figures C and C-1) has a length of 12 metres and a height of 3 metres, with an area of 36 m² and the signs on the west side of Davenport Road (seen on Figures D, D-1, E and E-1) each have a length of 6 metres and a height of 3 metres, with an area of 18 m².

The signs do not comply with Chapter 297 of the Municipal Code in the following ways:

1. the signs are located within 40 metres of a lot in a residential or park district;

2. the signs are not set back 2.0 metres from the streetline and 6.0 metres from the intersection;

3. the signs are located within 60 metres of each other;

4. the signs are not of single/double pole construction; and

5. the area of the sign on the east side (36 m²) exceeds the maximum permitted area of 25 m².

The properties lie within the Dupont Street corridor, an area of the City for which there are specific sign regulations set out in the Municipal Code. At its meeting of July 24, 1995, the former City of Toronto Council passed by-law 1995-0488 to amend Chapter 297 of the Municipal Code to, among other things, limit the maximum size and height of ground signs on industrial zoned lands to 25 m² and 10 metres respectively and to increase the setback requirements to residential and park districts.

City Council took this action based on my June 15, 1995 study which examined the impact of third party signs along industrially-zoned portions of Dupont Street, MacPherson Avenue and Geary Avenue on neighbouring residential districts. The study noted that industrial uses in this area are typically located on small, shallow lots that are in close proximity to residential uses and the 20 metre setback requirement represented only the width of the street as the buffer between the signs and the residential properties. The new 40 metre setback requirement creates a more appropriate buffer and affords greater protection from the visual intrusion of these signs on residential neighbourhoods. In this instance, the signs are located on the south side of MacPherson Avenue and the residential uses are located on the north side of MacPherson Avenue, approximately 20 metres away. In my opinion, the close proximity of these signs to this largely residential neighbourhood contradicts the intent of these provisions and would set an undesirable precedent for properties in this area.

The second and third variances occur because the signs do not meet the minimum separation distance and setback requirements from the streetline. These regulations were introduced into the Municipal Code in order to prevent sign clutter and ensure that, where possible, sight lines for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians are improved. In this instance, the signs are oriented north and are highly visible from neighbouring residential uses . In my opinion, too many signs situated too close to one another in this location are excessive and detract from the appearance of the area.

The last two variances occur because one sign is larger than permitted by the Municipal Code and the signs have been constructed with triple poles instead of single or double poles. These illuminated signs each stand approximately 6 metres high and the additional poles help to reinforce their size.

In my opinion, allowing third party ground signs in this location is inappropriate given all of the variances described above. I am, therefore, recommending that the applications be refused.

120 Harbour Street (997120) (Ward 24)

The property is located on the north-west corner of York Street and Harbour Street, in a mixed-use (commercial/residential) district. The property accommodates a surface parking lot.

The applicant is requesting permission to maintain three illuminated ground signs and one illuminated pedestal sign on the east side of the site (see Figures F, F-1 and F-2). The ground signs each have a length of 6 metres and a height of 3 metres, with an area of 18 m², and the pedestal sign has a length of 1.2 metres and height of 3.9 metres, with an area of 4.6 m².

The signs do not comply with Chapter 297 of the Municipal Code in the following ways:

1. third party ground and pedestal signs are not permitted in a CR district; and

2. the signs will be located within 60 metres from each other.

At its meeting of April 2, 1996, the former City of Toronto Council passed By-law No. 1996-0172 to amend Chapter 297 of the Municipal Code to prohibit third party ground and pedestal signs in CR and MCR districts and to increase the separation requirements for these signs throughout the rest of the city. These regulations are aimed at preventing sign clutter in the city's commercial/residential districts, and ensuring that, where possible, sightlines for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians are improved. In this instance, the ground signs have a triangular orientation, more specifically south-west, south-east and north-east and are located so as to be visible to motorists travelling along York Street, Harbour Street and Lakeshore Boulevard. The four-sided pedestal sign is located immediately south of the existing ground signs. The intersection south of the property is signalized and contains telephone booths and street lights. While this commercial/residential area is currently undeveloped and while the signs are situated on a large traffic island, it is my opinion that this many signs in such close proximity result in undesirable clutter.

Consequently, I am recommending that the three existing ground signs be refused. However, given that the pedestal sign is being used to advertise parking rates associated with the parking lot use, I recommend approval of the existing pedestal sign on condition that the sign be set back 2.0 metres from the south and east property lines.

756 Eastern Avenue (997113) (Ward 25)

The property is located on the north side of Eastern Avenue, in a residential (R3) district. The property is currently vacant.

The applicant is requesting permission to maintain one illuminated ground sign for third party advertising on the south end of the property (see Figures G and G-1). The sign has a length of 6 metres and a height of 3 metres, with an area of 18 m².

The sign does not comply with Chapter 297 of the Municipal Code in that a third party ground sign is not permitted in a residential district.

Signs in residential districts are required to be small and low and used only for purposes of first party identification in order to limit any negative impact on neighbouring residential uses. In this instance, the property located immediately north of the site is used for residential purposes and the existing sign blocks views out of the first and second storey windows of the building.

I am recommending that this application be refused, as I consider the variance to be significant and not within the general intent and purpose of the sign provisions of the Municipal Code.

744 Dundas Street East (997112) (Ward 25)

The property is located on the north side of Dundas Street East, west of Bayview Avenue in an industrial (I2) district. The property is currently vacant.

The applicant is requesting permission to maintain one illuminated ground sign for third party advertising on the south-east corner of the site (see Figures H and H-1). The sign has a length of 6 metres and a height of 3 metres, with an area of 18 m².

The sign does not comply with Chapter 297 of the Municipal Code in that it is located within 60 metres of another 3^rd party sign. The separation distance was introduced into the Municipal Code in order to prevent sign clutter. In this instance, however, the signs are oriented in different directions, east and south, are located north and south of the Dundas Street overpass and are not visible from the same vantage point.

I am, therefore, recommending that this application be approved as I find the variance requested to be minor and within the general intent and purpose of the sign provisions of the Municipal Code.

Contact:

Lora Mazzocca

Telephone: (416) 392-0421

Fax: (416) 392-7536

E-Mail: lmazzocc@city.toronto.on.ca

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High Park Traffic and Circulation Improvements (High Park)

(City Council, on May 13 and 14, 1998, amended this Clause by adding thereto the following:

"It is further recommended that, in implementing the changes to the High Park traffic restrictions, staff ensure safe use for pedestrians, cyclists and rollerbladers continues, including adjusting speed bumps, with the intent that the access previously enjoyed by pedestrians, cyclists and rollerbladers on Sundays and holidays when roads were closed is maintained as far as possible.")

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April29,1998) from the Regional Director, West, Toronto Parks and Recreation:

Purpose:

To obtain authority to implement traffic and circulation improvements in High Park that will reduce non user through traffic, speeding vehicles and commuter parking, improve circulation and relieve congestion on neighbouring streets on Sundays and statutory holidays.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

1998 Capital Budget - High Park Improvements

Recommendations:

(1)That as a pilot project for 1998:

(a)the section of Colborne Lodge Drive, south of West Road, to the existing washroom parking lot, be designated as one-way south, with stop signs at Hillside Road, the walkway and the turning circle, to reduce south bound commuter traffic, eliminate north bound commuter traffic, and reduce speeding vehicles in the park;

(b)a turning circle be constructed at the location of the parking area near to the washrooms so that cars entering the park from the south can turn around and exit the park at the Queensway and be designated as part of the Colborne Lodge Drive roadway; and

(c)the appropriate staff be authorized to post these conditions restricting traffic from June 1, 1998 through November 31, 1998.

(2)That the existing Sunday and statutory holiday road closures be amended as a pilot project from June 1, 1998 through September 30, 1998, to allow vehicles access to the park by entering at Bloor Street and proceeding south one way along West Road to Grenadier Restaurant parking lot and north one way on Colborne Lodge Drive (as designated by hatching on Map 3 of By-law No. 148-69) access to the park subject to closures required for special event permits.

(3)That the existing closure of portions of Spring Road, north of Centre Road to Colborne Lodge Drive, and south of Deer Pen Road to Spring Road, as indicated on Map 2 of By-law No. 148-69 be made permanent by terminating the portions' designation as park roadways.

(4)That appropriate traffic calming measures be installed on Colborne Lodge Drive and West Road;

(5)That appropriate signage be posted to notify motorists of the traffic restrictions prior to entering the park at Bloor Street, the Queensway and High Park Boulevard; and

(6)That authority be granted to introduce the necessary bills in Council to amend By-law No.148-69, being, "A By-law to designate parts of High Park for use as park roadways and to name and regulate such parts." to implement recommendations (1) to (5), and to amend any other by-law as required to implement the posting of signs under recommendation (5).

Council Reference/Background/History:

The former City of Toronto Council at its meeting held on July 14, 1997 authorized the implementation of a traffic and circulation pilot project in High Park as set out in Clause 21 of Neighbourhoods Committee Report No. 10. The recommendations in this report reflect my review of the results of the pilot project.

Comments:

Restricting traffic flow on Colborne Lodge, to one-way south, south of West Road, to the existing washroom would allow access to all areas of the park by all users of the park; reduce the impact of commuter traffic within the park; reduce the speed of cars travelling within the park; allow access to Colborne Lodge and the Childrens' Garden; and maintain a safe environment within the park. This would involve a barrier at the Colborne Lodge washroom turn around to stop northbound traffic, three stop signs and an illuminated do not enter. This would require parking enforcement. The park would still be closed on Sundays and statutory holidays for special event permits.

The revised Sunday and statutory road closures would allow access to facility users, the elderly, physically challenged and tourists, to special events, organized and passive recreation activities. Parking would be available in designated lots relieving congestion on neighbouring streets. There will be access to the Grenadier Cafe and Teahouse, two Concessions, the Dreamsite, allotment gardens, some picnic sites, Hillside Gardens, sports complexes, the zoo, Colborne Lodge and the Childrens' Garden. This will result in a reduction in the number of complaints received by the Parks and Recreation Division for denied access, elimination of the need to issue parking permits and the provision of better service to the public and tourists visiting High Park. This would involve Parking Enforcement. We also considered at the request of the High Park Citizens Advisory Committee, full Sunday and statutory holiday opening. Due to the additional staff requirements and budget restrictions, this recommendation could not proceed.

The portions of Spring Creek Road, as designated by hatching on Map 2 of By-law No. 148-69, being, "A By-law to designate parts of High Park for use as park roadways and to name and regulate such parts.", has been closed on a temporary basis from April 24, 1995 to April 1, 1998. The north and south section closures have received no negative feedback and coincides with the Adventure Playground and future revisions to the south family area.

Appropriate measures are being reviewed with Toronto Transportation for pedestrian crossings, stop signs, speed humps and road width narrowing.

"No through traffic" signage is to be posted on the Queensway, in the areas designated by Toronto Transportation, to notify motorists prior to turning into High Park.

Conclusion:

On March 18, 1998, the High Park Citizens Advisory Committee supported recommendations (1) through (5). A public meeting was held on March 26, 1998, to review the 1997 pilot project and recommendations for 1998. To date the Division has received no negative feedback. Recommendation (6) authorizes the necessary amendments to By-law No. 148-69 and any other by-law as required to implement the traffic and circulation improvements.

Contact:

Name:Mario Zanetti, Regional Director - West

E-Mail:mzanetti@city.toronto.on.ca

Tel:392-1905

Fax:392-0845

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Request for an Extended Road Closure -

Crawford Street (Trinity-Niagara)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)a pilot project be initiated to close the portion of Crawford Street roadway from Dundas Street West to the Bellwoods Park Walkway to vehicular traffic for the dates of the Alliance of Portuguese Festival (June 11 - June 14, 1998 inclusive) and for the shoulder dates of the Festival (June 10 - June 17, 1998 inclusive; and

(2)the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be authorized to take any necessary measures to give effect to Recommendation No. (1), such measures to include the mounting of appropriate signage and the implementation of temporary traffic circulation changes.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following report (May 5, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To provide information on the planned 3 day closure of Crawford Street, from Dundas Street West south to Bellwoods Park Walk, from June 12-14, and recommend that staff report further on the implications of a further 7 day closure requested by Councillor Pantalone.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

None.

Recommendation:

That staff be requested to report on the operational implications of a 7 day closure of Crawford Street, from June 10-11, and June 15-19, to the May 27 and 28 meeting of the Toronto Community Council.

Background:

The Alliance of Portuguese Clubs and Associations of Ontario (ACAPO) has applied for a permit to close Crawford Street between Dundas Street West and Queen Street West for portions of the day over the three day period from June 12-14, in conjunction with ACAPO's three day festival in Trinity Bellwoods Park. This request does not require approval from City Council because the street will not be closed for more than 24 hours at any time during the event.

Councillor Pantalone is also seeking Council's approval to close the portion of Crawford Street from Dundas Street West south to Bellwoods Park Walk for an additional 7 days both before and after the festival (i.e. June 10-11, and June 15-19), and has asked staff to report on this request.

Comments:

Staff are working with ACAPO on their request to close Crawford Street on a temporary basis for part of each day during the festival (June 12-14). We anticipate that the permit will be issued and that any operational or access issues this may create for neighbourhoods residents, and the delivery of city services (including fire, police, ambulance, garbage and recycling collection), can be addressed satisfactorily.

Councillor Pantalone's request will have additional impacts on the neighbourhoods which we have not yet had time to examine. City staff from various departments will be looking at this request in more detail and will be able to report to the Toronto Community Council for its meeting of May 27 and 28, 1998. Under the Municipal Code, a full closure as proposed by Councillor Pantalone (i.e.for continuous periods of 24 hours or more), requires approval by City Council.

Under Municipal Code Section 313-19, the Commissioner may issue a permit for a street closure for "social recreational, community and athletic purpose or a combination of these purposes" for less than 24 hours, if local access for residents and emergency vehicles is maintained. A permit for the same purpose may only be issued with Council's approval if the closure is to be greater than 24 hours with respect to a particular application.

ACAPO has not requested a permit for the additional 7 days which form Councillor Pantalone's request.

Conclusions:

As Councillor Pantalone's request will need further investigation, staff should report to the Toronto Community Council for its meeting of May 27 and 28, 1998.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Lesley Watson, 392-1525

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Decorative Sidewalk Plaque Installation -

Walk of Fame (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April 22, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To report on a request from Mr. A. Peter Soumalias, Chair, Board of Directors for Canada's Walk of Fame, to install individual "stars" in the north sidewalk of King Street West, from Simcoe Street to John Street, to honour Canadian achievers in the entertainment industry.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

The supply and installation of "stars" are to be funded by the proponents. As no special maintenance is required following installation, there will be no financial impact on the City.

Recommendations:

(1)That City Council approve the installation of decorative commemorative plaques as described in the body of this report on King Street West (north side), from Simcoe Street to John Street, subject to the Directors of Canada's Walk of Fame:

(a)supplying and installing the plaques at no cost to the City;

(b)submitting to the City an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of $10,800.00 to guarantee the cost of installation; and

(c)executing an agreement with such conditions as the Commissioners of Works and Emergency Services and Corporate Services may deem necessary in the interest of the City of Toronto; and

(2)That City Council officially acknowledge the renaming of the "Walk of Fame" between Simcoe Street and John Street to"Canada's Walk of Fame".

Background:

The former Toronto City Council, at its meeting of July 6 and 7, 1992, approved the creation of a "Walk of Fame" in the sidewalk on the north side of King Street West, from Simcoe Street to John Street, to honour celebrities, subject to the requirements that the applicant:

(a)provide an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of $95,000.00 for the purpose of reconstructing the sidewalk to its former condition if such restoration was necessary;

(b)provide a certificate of insurance satisfactory to the City Treasurer, providing public liability, bodily injury and property damage coverage in the amount of $1M and including a cross-liability clause; and

(c)enter into an agreement with the former Corporation of the City of Toronto.

Given that the applicant never pursued the request, none of these requirements came into play.

At its meeting of July 19, 1993, the former Toronto City Council adopted a report from the former Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment entitled "Recognition for the Cultural Contributions of Mr. Ed Mirvish", authorizing the installation of four plaques, between Simcoe Street and John Street. These plaques were installed in 1993 and indicate "Mirvish Walkway".

At its meeting of October 18, 1995, the former City Services Committee had before it a communication from Mr. A. Peter Soumalias and Mr. Bill Ballard, Co-Chairs, Ed Mirvish Tribute Committee, Toronto Entertainment District Association Inc., and requested the former Acting Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment to report on the City becoming a partner in tribute to Mr. Ed Mirvish.

A report dated December 19, 1995, entitled "Decorative Sidewalk Installation - Tribute to Mr. Ed Mirvish - Fronting 260 King Street West", was submitted to the former City Services Committee and Toronto City Council, which was received by City Council at its meeting of January 22, 1996.

Subsequently, the former Councillor Martin Silva moved that, subject to a decorative plaque being provided, the Acting Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment be authorized to undertake the necessary work to install and maintain a decorative commemorative plaque in front of 260 King Street West, subject to the City not bearing the costs of the installation, which Council adopted on June 10, 1996.

The first star was installed on July 10, 1996, in front of 260 King Street West (Royal Alexandra Theatre), in tribute to Mr. Ed Mirvish.

Mr. Peter Soumalias, Chair of the Founding Directors of Canada's Walk of Fame, has notified City staff that they would like to install 14 more stars for honourees together with four plaques indicating "Canada's Walk of Fame" in English and French in the sidewalk between Simcoe Street and John Street. The proposed installation is scheduled for June25,1998. A media conference announcing the inductees was released by Canada's Walk of Fame on March 4, 1998.

In addition, a request was made to change the name of "Walk of Fame" to "Canada's Walk of Fame".

A meeting was held on April 16, 1998 by staff of the Works and Emergency Services, Mr. Stewart Ellis representing Mr. Peter Soumalias of "Canada's Walk of Fame"and Mr. Russell Lazar representing Mr. Ed Mirvish. Mr. Lazar concurred with the co-existence of "Walk of Fame" and the "Mirvish Walkway" and the re-naming of the "Walk of Fame" to "Canada's Walk of Fame".

Comments:

The fourteen people to be honoured if this request is granted are:

Bryan Adams

Pierre Berton

John Candy

Jim Carey

Glenn Gould

Norman Jewison

Karen Kain

Gordon Lightfoot

Rich Little

Anne Murray

Bobby Orr

Christopher Plummer

Barbara Ann Scott

Jacques Villeneuve

The applicant will supply the decorative plaques based on Works and Emergency Services Department specifications, to ensure that they are fabricated in a manner suitable for sidewalk use. The on-going maintenance of the sidewalk will be consistent with a standard sidewalk treatment and, therefore, the plaques will not generate additional maintenance costs.

Installation of the 4 plaques and 14 stars requires the removal and reinstallation of a complete sidewalk bay at a cost of $600.00 per star/plaque for a total cost of $10,800.00, which would be guaranteed by an irrevocable letter of credit from the applicant.

The north sidewalk on King Street West, from John Street to Duncan Street, was reconstructed in 1985 and from Duncan Street to Simcoe Street in 1986. The existing sidewalk condition is rated at9 (i.e. excellent).

Conclusion:

The "Walk of Fame" was approved in principal in 1992 by the former City of Toronto and one star has already been installed on King Street West, north side, in front of 260 King Street West (Royal Alexandra Theatre).

The implementation of this initiative to add 14 stars and 4 plaques will be at no cost to the City and it will not interfere with routine maintenance and cleaning of the sidewalks.

The requirements for a $95,000 letter of credit and $1M in insurance adopted by the former Toronto City Council are excessive in relation to the work being undertaken and the associated risk.

I am therefore, recommending that the installation of the plaques/stars be approved by City Council, subject to the applicant:

(1)submitting an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of $10,800.00 to guarantee the cost of the installation; and

(2)entering into an agreement with the City of Toronto, which will require that the applicant be responsible for the restoration of the sidewalk to its original condition if necessary, and indemnifying the City from and against all actions, suits, claims and demands which may be brought against or made upon the City and from all losses, costs, damages, charges and expenses which may be incurred, sustained or paid by the City as a result of the installation of the Walk of Fame by the licensee.

I am also recommending that City Council officially recognize the renaming of "Walk of Fame" to "Canada's Walk of Fame".

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Angie Antoniou, 392-7465

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Direction Report - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments

and Site Plan Approval - 123 Eglinton Avenue East

and 108 Redpath Avenue (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that City Council accept the applicants' submission that the Union Carbide Building cannot be re-used economically and direct staff to prepare a Final planning report on the merits of the proposed new 16 storey residential building.

The Toronto Community Council submits the report (April 23, 1998) from the Commissioner, Urban Planning and Development Services:

Purpose:

This report evaluates alternative options available to Council in dealing with this application and seeks Council's direction regarding the preferred approach.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

(1)That Council indicate that it is not satisfied with the studies conducted to date by the applicant respecting the preservation and re-use of the historically designated Union Carbide Building and, in light of a 1995 Committee of Adjustment application by a previous proponent to convert the building to residential use, that staff be directed to continue efforts with the applicant through the retention of independent professional expertise by City staff to be paid for by the applicant.

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(2)That Council accept the applicants' submission that the Union Carbide Building cannot be re-used economically and direct staff to prepare a Final planning report on the merits of the proposed new 16 storey residential building.

Background:

On September 18, 1997, Land Use Committee of the former City of Toronto adopted the Preliminary Planning Report (dated October 2, 1997) regarding the applicant's request to demolish the Union Carbide building at 123 Eglinton Avenue East and replace it with a 16 storey condominium apartment building. At the time, the Committee directed that a public meeting be held in the neighbourhood and, further, that staff of Heritage Toronto and the City's Planning Department meet with the owners to discuss means of preserving the heritage features of this property.

On November 17, 1997, a public meeting was held, notes of which are attached hereto as AppendixA. The meeting was attended by approximately 30 members of the public whose major concerns centred around the potential for re-use of the existing building, the density and bulk of the proposed new structure, on-site traffic circulation and traffic impacts on the surrounding neighbourhood.

On November 21, 1997, the City Clerk received the owner's application to demolish the Union Carbide Building under the provisions of Section 34(1) of the Ontario Heritage Act.

On December 8, 1997, the Council of the former City of Toronto refused the demolition application.

In keeping with Land Use Committee's direction, staff has met with the applicant on numerous occasions to explore strategies to retain and convert the building. The applicant has submitted analyses respecting the economic viability of converting the existing structure for residential apartments or restoring it for commercial offices. Letters from the applicant respecting these analyses are attached in Appendix B. The applicant has concluded that conversion is not feasible and therefore continues to seek permission to replace the historic structure with a new residential condominium complex.

Discussion:

1.0 POLICY CONTEXT

1.1Official Plan Heritage Preservation Policies

On July 24, 1995, City Council passed By-law 1995-0494 designating the subject property as being of architectural value and interest, and categorizing it as a Neighbourhood Heritage Property.

Section 5.1 of the Official Plan for the former City of Toronto states that Heritage Preservation is a priority. As further stated in Section 5.4, "it is the policy of Council to designate property to be of historic or architectural value or interest and take all necessary steps to ensure the preservation and conservation of all buildings, structures and other significant features of the property."

By contrast, the subject application seeks to demolish a designated heritage structure while also requesting permission for a substantial residential density increase from the current Part II Official Plan permission of 3.0 x the lot area to 5.5 x the lot. The Plan also permits a mixed use building of up to 5.0 x the lot area.

1.2Zoning By-law

The property is zoned CR T5.0 C3.0 R3.0 with a height limit of 48 metres. This zone permits commercial and residential uses at a total density of 5.0 x the lot area, provided neither the residential nor the commercial use exceeds a density of 3.0 x the lot area.

At 3.5 x the lot area, the existing office building has a total commercial floor area which exceeds the 3.0 x density provision of the Zoning By-law. The existing building has a height of 45.7 metres. The application is to replace the existing commercial structure with a residential condominium building of a similar height as the Union Carbide building but at a density of 5.5 x the lot area.

2.0FEASIBILITY OF CONVERSION

In keeping with City Council's direction of September 18, 1997, staff has discussed with the applicant means of preserving the building's heritage features. The applicant has submitted economic and architectural analyses which have been reviewed by staff of Heritage Toronto and my department. Letters from the applicant respecting this study are to be found in Appendix B. The applicant looked at both the continued use of the building for office use and its conversion to residential condominiums. However, without access to outside professional expertise, it is difficult for City staff to reach a reliable conclusion on the feasibility and economics of retaining and converting the building.

A factor that creates doubt about the economic conclusions is that, as recently as the spring of 1995, a previous proponent submitted an application to the Committee of Adjustment requesting permission to convert the existing building to 182 residential condominium units, while providing 144 parking spaces in the existing two basement levels of the building. At the time, the Committee refused the application on the basis that the number and magnitude of the requested variances was more appropriately the subject of a rezoning application. However, it is apparent that the applicant considered it an economically viable project.

2.1Further Consideration of Conversion

As noted earlier in this report, the applicant has maintained his position that conservation and re-use of the building is not economically viable and is anxious to proceed with review of his proposed new building. It therefore appears that further discussions are unlikely to result in the desired outcome of the building's preservation and re-use unless the City can demonstrate economic viability.

The only means by which City staff could attempt this is to independently retain outside professional expertise to develop alternatives for residential conversion which are more cost effective. As the City has not budgeted for such study, it would be necessary to ask the applicant to pay for this assistance. Should Council wish to continue efforts to retain the building through conversion, Recommendation 1 of this report would direct staff and the applicant to proceed on this basis.

2.2Further Consideration of this Application:

Should Council agree with the applicant that no further study of conversion options are warranted and wish to proceed with consideration of the applicant's current application for a replacement of the heritage building with a new 16 storey residential building, the third option would be to direct staff to prepare a final report on the merits of that application. This is achieved through Recommendation2.

Conclusions:

The study of the feasibility of converting the Union Carbide Building to residential use is difficult to assess without the independent advice of outside professional experts. I am seeking direction from Council on this matter prior to giving consideration to the proposed Official Plan amendment and Rezoning application.

Staff Contact:

Feodora Steppat

City Planning Division, North Section

Telephone: 392-7740

E-mail: fsteppat@city.toronto.on.ca

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NOTES OF PUBLIC MEETING

November 17, 1997 at the North Toronto Memorial Community Centre

Application :123 Eglinton Avenue East

Attendance:

Sid Tannenbaum , Chair, Planning Advisory Committee

Julian Binks, Member, Planning Advisory Committee

Michael Walker, Councillor

Feodora Steppat, Urban Development Department, City Planning

John Blumenson, Heritage Toronto

Stephen Diamond, McCarthy Tetrault

Approximately 30 members of the public were present.

The Chair explained the purpose of the meeting. The area planner outlined the nature of the application and identified the basic issue as one of conflicting objectives, namely preservation of the existing historically designation versus its proposed replacement with a new residential structure with a gross floor area exceeding the existing as well as currently permitted levels of density. John Blumenson of Heritage Toronto explained the significance and effect of the historical designation and with reference to a hand-out, identified the significant architectural elements of the existing building. Subsequently, the applicant's lawyer, his architect and traffic consultant spoke to the details of the application including the proposed site design, structural details and traffic impacts.

Concerns raised at the meeting focussed on the potential for conversion of the existing structure, the proposed density of the new building, on-site circulation and traffic impacts on the surrounding neighbourhood.

The architect of the townhouse complex to the south was in attendance and noted that in his estimation, the existing building is a prime candidate for conversion and that the existing two basement levels of the building would lend themselves well as garage space accessible via the existing ramp off Redpath Ave. In his opinion the application to construct a new building with a density of 5.5 x the lot area is driven by land value to the exclusion of the designated building on the land.

Another person in the audience stated that he could not support the demolition of an historically designated building to make way for a density increase on these lands.

Another person expressed his dismay at the lack of the City's power to enforce its policies of protecting historic structures.

Someone in the audience noted that the building may be designated but that it is not particularly attractive. In answer to this, someone else in attendance pointed out that 40 year old buildings such as the one under consideration, tend to be temporarily out of fashion but regain their popularity with increased age.

A director of the Sherwood Park Ratepayers Association spoke on behalf of the Association thanking Tridel for consulting neighbourhood associations while developing their proposal. He also noted the Association's concern that an historic building is to be torn down. He also expressed concern with the proposed unit count and density as being too high and likely to result in increased traffic problems for this neighbourhood.

A representative of the South Eglinton Ratepayers' Association also thanked Tridel for their efforts to consult with the neighbourhood. He stated that in a perfect world, retention and re-use of the existing building would be desirable. Short of that, the proposals would appear to satisfy his association's concerns with maintaining if not decreasing the existing building mass although it would be desirable to achieve reductions in the currently proposed unit count. He spoke in support of providing a 'green' building setback and circular drop-off area along Eglinton Avenue.

A Board Member of the townhouse condominium to the south was present and thanked Tridel for having consulted with the Condominium Association prior to submission of their development application. The Board is generally in support of the proposal although there are concerns regarding potential negative traffic impacts. The applicant's traffic consultant stated that a traffic impact assessment has been undertaken showing that the peak hour impact is insignificant.

Concerns were expressed with the proposed service lane at the rear of the new building. It was suggested that gates be considered to control the use of the lane and avoid it becoming a short-cut not only for pedestrians but also for vehicular traffic.

The proposal to use the existing access ramp to the parking garage for the townhouse complex was expected by some in the audience to result in too high a traffic volume for that ramp and the potential for line-ups on Redpath at peak hours. There was the suggestion that below-grade access/egress to and from the parking garage for the new building be located off Eglinton Avenue.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 pm.

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Appendix B

Letters from the Applicant

1.Tridel, dated April 16, 1998.

"Further to our April 8/98 meeting where we discussed the March 13/98 resubmission of our retrofit assessment (in support of our January 19/98 submission Mr. Paul Bedford), we are enclosing for your review a copy of the following supporting material addressing the additional comments and requests for further details:

(i)Retrofit Feasibility Study "Historic Designated Cladding System", prepared by D.T. Prohaska Engineering.

(ii)A letter dated April 15/98 from Alumiprime Window Limited, commenting on the existing curtain wall system. A Feasibility Report from Helyar & Associates will follow shortly.

(iii)Underground Parking Stall Plan Report dated April 14/98, prepared by Marshall, Macklin, Monaghan, further substantiated by a April 16/98 letter from Julian Jacobs, assessing the underground garage plan layout and functional stall count. Further addressing a Works Department meeting held April 9/98.

We believe that the above material addresses all your questions pertaining to the retrofit option, and allows us to proceed with a conclusive planning report to the May 6/98 meeting.

If you have any further question, please feel free to call either myself or any of the contacts reference in the attached correspondence."

2.McCarthy Tetrault, Barristers and Solicitors, dated March 13, 1998.

"As you are aware, we met on February 18, 1998 to review the City Planning Department's comments regarding our client's analysis of the potential to retain the building located at 123 Eglinton Avenue East and to convert it for residential purposes. Our client's analysis and response to several of the matters raised at the meeting is discussed below. We note that we have been delayed in providing this information to the City since the parking layout plans which we were asked to evaluate were only provided to our client by City Planning staff on 6 March 1998.

You have requested that our client provide a cost benefit analysis which would address the following matters regarding a converted residential building:

(1)the addition of retail use to the ground floor of the existing building;

(2)the elimination of balconies from the elevation; and

(3)the elimination of 2 elevators to the basement levels.

We have concluded that there will be cost savings with respect to these three items which would total approximately $500,000. However, this savings would still leave our client in a loss position on a conversion at approximately $3.7M. Please note that the loss related to a retrofit will actually be substantially greater than our original estimate of a $4.2M loss when the cost of the required new fire stairs and exterior curtain wall are taken into account.

In this regard, we enclose the correspondence from Julian Jacobs Architects Ltd. date 18 February 1998.

As requested, the alternate parking layout plans prepared by Wallman Clewes Bergman Architects have been evaluated by out client's architect, Julian Jacobs Architects Ltd., in consultation with the Transportation Planning Department of Marshall Macklin Monaghan. They have identified a number of deficiencies in the schematic diagrams and have concluded that a maximum of 86 parking spaces can be accommodated in a converted residential building with a desirable parking layout. Their detailed analysis is set out in the attached correspondence from Julian Jacobs Architects Ltd. and the memorandum from Marshall Macklin Monaghan both dated 12 March 1998.

Furthermore, in our client's opinion, a converted residential building that incorporates the elements suggested by City staff (eg. the elimination of balconies, the elimination of 2 elevators to the basement levels, an insufficient number of parking spaces, excessively long and steep parking garage ramps, and the provision of retail uses at grade) would seriously harm the marketing of a residential condominium development. In addition, from a planning perspective and as a result of our discussions with the existing residents in the community, we do not support the addition of retail uses along the Eglinton Avenue frontage of this property.

We understand that the City also requested that our client consider the potential to re-use the existing building for office/commercial purposes. In this respect, we are pleased to enclose herewith reports from Colliers International and CB Commercial which clearly indicate there is a limited potential to re-use the building for viable commercial uses.

Our client has been very patient in dealing with the City with respect to this matter. At this juncture, we are requesting that the City Planning Department finalize its position with respect to our client's application."

The following persons appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Mr. Stephen Diamond, McCarthy Tetrault, obo the Applicant;

-Mr. Michael Freel, South Eglinton Residents and Ratepayers Association;

-Mr. Longfield, President of Board, MTCC 1128;

-Mr. Paul Fox, Board of Directors, MTCC 1128;

-Mr. James Putt, Toronto, Ontario;

-Mr. William Greer, Heritage Consultant;

-Mr. Ian Panabaker, E.R.A. Architect Inc.; and

-Mr. William G. McCarthy, Toronto, Ontario.

The Toronto Community Council reports for the information of Council, having also had before it during consideration of the foregoing matter, the following communications, and a copy thereof is on file in the office of the City Clerk:

-(May 4, 1998) from Mr. Stephen V. E. Irwin, Shore Tilbe Irwin & Partners; and

-(May 7, 1998) from Mr. Michael Freel, Chairman, Building and Development Committee, South Eglinton Ratepayers and Residents Association.

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123 Eglinton Avenue East

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123 Eglinton Avenue East

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Lansdowne Avenue, from Davenport Road to

St. Clair Avenue West - Adjustment and Removal of

Temporal Parking Regulation (Davenport)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that

(1)the existing "no parking, 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Monday to Friday" prohibition on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue, from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West be rescinded;

(2)parking be prohibited on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Monday to Friday, from a point 70 metres north of Davenport Road to a point 70 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West;

(3)the existing "No Parking, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" prohibition on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue, from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West be rescinded;

(4)parking be prohibited on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday to Friday, from a point 251 metres north of Davenport Road to a point 70 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West;

(5)parking on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue be allowed for a maximum period of three hours outside of the 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily permit parking hours of operation, from Davenport Road to a point 140 metres north; and

(6)the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services notify the Ward Councillors of the date of installation so they may appropriately notify the residents.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (May 7, 1998) from Councillor Disero:

This report was before City Council at its last meeting and I referred it back to Toronto community Council. I thought it would have gone to the Toronto Community Council of May 6, 1998.

I have spoken with City Works Services and I have permission to add the following motions:

(1)The existing "no parking, 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Monday to Friday" prohibition on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue, from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West be rescinded;

(2)Parking be prohibited on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, from a point 70 metres north of Davenport Road to a point 70 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West; and

(3)Request City Works Services to notify the City Councillors of the date of installation so they may appropriately notify the residents.

The Toronto Community Council also submits Clause No. 30 of Report No. 3 of the Toronto Community Council, headed "Lansdowne Avenue, from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West - Adjustment and Removal of Temporal Parking Regulation (Davenport), which was considered by the Council of the City of Toronto at its meeting held on April 16, 1998.

(City Council on April 16, 1998 struck out and referred this Clause back to the Toronto Community Council, with a request that the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services review the possibility of changing the 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. parking prohibition to 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and report thereon to the Toronto Community Council.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)the existing "No Parking, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" prohibition on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue, from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West be rescinded;

(2)parking be prohibited on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday to Friday, from a point 251 metres north of Davenport Road to a point 70 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West; and

(3)parking on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue be allowed for a maximum period of three hours outside of the 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily permit parking hours of operation, from Davenport Road to a point 140 metres north.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (March 26, 1998) from the Director, Transportation, City Works Services, addressed to Councillor Disero:

Reference is made to your memo of March 9, telephone conversations of March 19 between yourself and Colin Booth of City Works Services and a meeting in your office on March 20, 1998, attended by Mr. Booth, concerning your intention to table a communication at the April 1 meeting of Toronto Community Council, respecting the above.

As you are aware, the former Toronto City Council at its meeting of January 16 and 17, 1995, adopted Clause 53 in City Services Committee Report No. 2 entitled "Rescindment and adjustment of parking regulations - Lansdowne Avenue from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West (Ward12)." This report provided for the removal of the "No Parking, 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday" and "No Parking, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" prohibitions on the west and east sides of the subject section of street.

However, at its meeting of July 16, 1997, the former Toronto City Council reversed its original decision in approving, as amended, Clause 36 in City Services Committee Report No. 10 entitled "Lansdowne Avenue, from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West - Reinstatement of rush hour parking prohibitions (Ward 12)", wherein the above noted parking regulations were reinstated.

It is my understanding that since that time, a number of individuals residing on the east side of the street have expressed concerns to you regarding the limited number of west side parking opportunities between the hours of 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, the hours during which parking is prohibited on the east side of the street. The lack of parking opportunities has been primarily attributed to transient parkers who frequent the shops and businesses on St. Clair Avenue West. Parking on the west side of the street is prohibited from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday and otherwise allowed for a maximum period of three hours outside of the 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily permit parking hours of operation.

Accordingly, to increase the number of parking opportunities for east side residents between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., you have requested that the following be undertaken:1.That the existing "No Parking, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" prohibition on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue, from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West be rescinded;

2.That parking be prohibited on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday to Friday, from a point 251 metres north of Davenport Road to a point 70 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West; and

3That parking on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue be allowed for a maximum period of three hours outside of the 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily permit parking hours of operation, from Davenport Road to a point 140 metres north.

In many cases, the adjustment/removal of a peak period prohibition for the purpose of allowing curbside parking, may adversely impact on the safety and efficiency of day to day traffic operations. However, as noted above, parking on the subject section of Lansdowne Avenue had previously been permitted on both sides of the street during the morning and afternoon rush hour peak periods from January 1995 to July 1997. A review of Departmental records has confirmed that no formal complaints respecting traffic operations were received by City Works Services during this time period.

Operations Branch staff have advised that adjusting the temporal parking regulation, as noted in Item No. 2 above, would not impact on existing scheduling to mechanically sweep this section of roadway to remove litter and debris. However, rescinding the temporal parking regulation, as noted in Item No. 3 above, would require that this section of street be manually swept every two to three weeks between Premises Nos. 1247 - 1275 Lansdowne Avenue. I will await receipt of your written comments prior to taking any further action respecting this matter.

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Traffic Calming Project (Phase I) - Status Report

South Eglinton Area (East) (North Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April22,1998) from the Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services:

Purpose:

To update Toronto Community Council on the results of two public meetings convened by Councillors Anne Johnston and Michael Walker to review initial monitoring of the South Eglinton Area East Traffic Calming Project Phase I as set out in the report (February 10, 1998) of Works and Emergency Services, and seek authority to conduct a poll of residents of the area bounded by Eglinton Avenue East, Bayview Avenue, Merton Street and Mount Pleasant Road regarding retention of the plan, removal, or whether there is a desire to pursue other forms of traffic control in this area.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

The costs of this proposed poll can be accommodated within departmental accounts.

Recommendation:

That City staff be authorized to conduct a poll of residents in the area bounded by Eglinton Avenue East, Bayview Avenue, Merton Street and Mount Pleasant Road to determine whether it is the desire of the community to retain the current traffic calming measures, remove them or pursue other forms of traffic control.

Background:

Toronto Community Council, at its meeting of February 18, 1998 in considering the Works and Emergency Services report (February 10, 1998) outlining the results of initial monitoring of the first phase of the South Eglinton Area (East) Traffic Calming Project, referred the matter to the North Toronto Ward Councillors to enable them to obtain public input and feedback on the plan. This report provides an update on the activities that have since taken place.

Comments:

Councillors Anne Johnston and Michael Walker convened two public meetings in the community, on March 25, 1998 at Hodgson Public School, 282 Davisville Avenue and on April 7, 1998 at Maurice Cody Public School, 181 Cleveland Street, to present the results of the initial monitoring of the plan carried out by City Works and obtain input from residents. About 300 people attended in total. The views expressed at the meetings were very strong and for the most part quite negative regarding the plan.

The course of action that emerged from these meetings was a recommendation that a poll be conducted of residents in the community as soon as possible to establish the level of support for removing the modular traffic islands or retaining them. It was suggested that City staff should convene a small committee of residents representing both viewpoints on the issue to develop the wording.

As noted in the February 10, 1998 initial monitoring report, the first phase of the South Eglinton traffic calming initiative is the first large-scale area-wide installation of physical traffic calming measures in Toronto. Now that the plan has been in place for about a year and given the level of community concerns, it would be advisable to undertake such a poll. As with traffic calming designs, the process for developing and implementing area traffic plans has evolved. With the adoption of a policy for installing speed humps on public streets by the former City Council in August, 1997, a formal mechanism for polling residents on the affected streets was also established. This polling approach was not in place at the time the South Eglinton project was approved.

The cost to carry out the poll is estimated to be in the order of $7,500.00, mainly for postage and materials, and could be accommodated within departmental accounts related to traffic management. The poll would be undertaken as soon as agreement can be reached amongst staff, residents' representatives and the ward councillors.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Andrew Koropeski, Director

Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division

392-7711

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Harbourfront Community Centre - Board of Management

(City Council, on May 13 and 14, 1998, amended this Clause by adding thereto the following:

"It is further recommended that the Harbourfront Community Centre Board of Management be advised that these appointments are interim pending the final report of the Task Force on Agencies, Boards and Commissions and the establishment by City Council of a new policy for appointments to Agencies, Boards and Commissions.")

The Toronto Community Council recommends that the following be appointed to the Harbourfront Community Centre Board of Management and shall, at the pleasure of Council, hold office for the term of Council, or until their successors are appointed:

Ms. Patricia Finlay;

Mr. Keith Jacka;

Mr. Alfred Rasmussen;

Ms. Pamela Richardson;

Mr. Harry Sifton;

Mr. Dru Gidwani;

Ms. Virginia Martin; and

Ms. Sylvia Pellman.

The Toronto Community Council submits the communication (April 14, 1998) from the Executive Director, Harbourfront Community Centre:

At the January 21, 1998 Board of Management Meeting for the Harbourfront Community Centre the following Board Member's resignations were accepted with regret by the Board:

William Coukell

Braz Monserrate

Stan Newman

Marilyn Roy

David Smiley.

At the March 25, 1998 Special Meeting of the Harbourfront Community Centre's Membership, the following five (5) individuals were recommended for appointment to fill the five (5) vacancies as mentioned above on the Harbourfront Community Centre's Board of Management:

Patricia Finlay

Keith Jacka

Alfred Rasmussen

Pamela Richardson

Harry Sifton;

and further the following three (3) current members of the Board of Management were recommended to remain on the Board for a second term of office:

Dru Gidwani

Virginia Martin

Sylvia Pellman.

The current members of the Board of Management concur with the Membership's wishes articulated at the March 25, 1998 Special Meeting and therefore request that the above eight (8) individuals who wish to serve on the Harbourfront community Centre's Board of Management be recommended for appointment by the new City of Toronto for its remaining term of office.

Each person submitted for appointment meets the qualifications for election as a member to the Board of Management.

As discussed, I am submitting this matter with the intention of meeting the agenda deadline for the May 6 & 7th, 1998 Toronto Community Council meeting agenda and the May 13, 14 & 15, 1998 Council meeting as currently scheduled.

Please do not hesitate to call if there is any further information you require on this matter.

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Request for Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence

Purposes - Festival of Fort York (Trinity-Niagara)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare that it is aware of the Festival of Fort York taking place in and around Fort York on May 16 and 17, 1998, and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the communication (April 20, 1998) from the Chair, Friends of Fort York:

For purposes of obtaining our liquor licence, we are writing to advise you that the Friends of Fort York will be presenting a two day Festival of Fort York centering around three battle re-enactments. This festival is being presented pursuant to an agreement with Heritage Toronto providing the Fort for our use and the terms of the agreement effectively make it a sponsored event. The dates of the event are May 16 and 17, 1998.

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Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes - High Park

Montessori School (High Park)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare that it is aware of the High Park Montessori School's end of school term event taking place at 35 High Park Gardens on May 26, 1998, and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits a communication (April 7, 1998) from Colleen Spring Zimmerman, High Park Montessori School Parents' Steering Committee respecting LLBO - Special Occasion Application High Park Montessori School:

This is to inform you that we will be hosting a small outdoor party for parents to celebrate High Park Montessori School's end of school term on the 26th of May, 1998 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

We have applied to the Liquor Licence Board of Ontario for a special occasion permit. There will be approximately 300 guests at the party. We will be complying with LLBO requirements and regulations.

If you have any questions, I can be reached at 416-865-4435 or you can reach the Principal at 416-763-6097. The address where the party is to be held is 35 High Park Gardens, Toronto, M6R1S8.

Thank you for your kind attention.

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Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -

Festival - Brotherhood of the Divine Holy Spirit -

Dovercourt Park (Trinity-Niagara)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the Festival of the Brotherhood of the Divine Holy Spirit taking place in an around Dovercourt Park on July 4 and 5, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits a communication (April 7, 1998) from Herculano Brasil, Brotherhood of the Divine Holy Spirit, 1671 Dundas Street West:

Once again as in the past years the Brotherhood of the Divine Holy Sprit is holding their festival on July 4-5 at Dovercourt Park between Bartlett and Westmoreland which requires a liquor permit.

In order to obtain the liquor permit a letter is necessary from your office.

Please R.S.V.P. as soon as possible as we require a response a.s.a.p.

Thank you for your attention in this matter.

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Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -

Senhor Da Pedra Festival - Trinity Bellwoods Park (Trinity-Niagara)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the Senhor da Pedra Festival taking place at Bellwoods Park on August 1 and 2, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (March 27, 1998) from Councillor Mario Silva:

Father Amadeu Pereira, Pastor of St. Agnes Church, has advised me that they will be holding their annual Senhor da Pedra Festival on August 1 and 2, 1998, at Trinity Bellwoods park.

I am requesting that this festival be deemed of municipal significance by City Council, so that a special occasions permit can be obtained by the LLBO.

I trust this matter will be placed on your agenda for the next Community Council.

Thanking you in advance for your prompt attention, I remain

Sincerely,

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Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -

1998 Benson & Hedges Symphony of Fire -

VIP Reception at Ontario Place (Trinity-Niagara)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the VIP Reception for the Benson and Hedges Symphony of Fire taking place in and around Ontario Place on June 13, June 20, June 24, June 27, July 1 and July 4, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (February 11, 1998) from Doug McPherson, Benson & Hedges Symphony of Fire:

We are holding a VIP reception at Ontario Place for the 1998 Benson & Hedges Symphony of Fire.

The dates for the 1998 competition are June 13, 20, 24, 27, July 1 and 4. The 'by invitation' only function is for 200 people and will have a no charge entry. Also, there are three portable washrooms with basins and running water. There is a 20' x 100' tent and a 3' picket fence around the entire area. The time for the reception is from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the six evenings. Attached you will find two site maps - one is an overview of where the location is at Ontario Place and the other shows the specific area of the VIP reception.

If you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to call me at 442-3667 or my assistant Cathy Neely at 442-3671.

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The Toronto Community Council also submits the following communication (February 9, 1998) from Lou Seiler, Senior Manager, Attractions, Concessions & Entertainment, Ontario Place, to Doug McPherson, Special Events Coordinator, Benson & Hedges Inc.:

Please accept this letter as Ontario Place's approval to use the shore area near the Waterslide, as the Benson & Hedges V.I.P. licensed tent location on the following six nights:

Saturday, June 13

Saturday, June 20

Wednesday, June 24

Saturday, June 27

Wednesday, July 1

Saturday, July 4

You will also have access to this area in advance of and after the "Symphony of Fire" for set-up and tear down.

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Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -

du Maurier Downtown Jazz Toronto 1998 (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the du Maurier Downtown Jazz Festival taking place at various locations set out in the communication (April 17, 1998) from Ms. Patti Marshall from Friday, June 19 to Sunday, June 28, 1998 inclusive, to be an event of national and municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 17, 1998) from Patti Marshall, Director of Operations, du Maurier Downtown Jazz Toronto:

On behalf of the Toronto Downtown Jazz Society, organizers of the du Maurier Downtown Jazz festival, I am formally requesting declaration of du Maurier Downtown Jazz 1998 as a special event of national significance. This declaration will enable me to apply to the LLBO for an extension of serving hours for the official host hotel of the festival for the duration of the festival. The 1998 festival dates are Friday, June 19 through Sunday, June 28th.

Once again the Toronto Colony Hotel on Chestnut Street is our host hotel. Out-of-town artists, media and visitors will be accommodated there and the media centre as well as, all festival operations will run from the hotel.

For the past four years the festival's official host hotel has, with city approval, operated a licenced, after-hours jam session from 1:00 am - 4:00 am in the hotel's club. For three years it was the Judy Jazz Restaurant at the Holiday Inn On King and last year Dewey's Lounge at the Toronto Colony Hotel assumed this role as official host hotel. With your approval we will apply for the extension of serving hours until 4:00 am for the duration of the festival.

The festival has established a tradition of having an official late night spot where visiting and local musicians gather to jam and the host hotel is most accessible for the resident musicians. The after-hours jam sessions are a very important component in this overall festival experience and contribute to the success of the festival. They provide the opportunity for participating artists to socialize and perform together. Ordinarily, this is impossible since many artists perform until closing at other clubs. The jam sessions create a unique and spontaneous, special-event atmosphere. The international camaraderie makes the Toronto festival a special highlight for both visiting musicians and the general public. Everyone involved agreed that the jam sessions have been one of the great aspects of the festival.

The mandate of the Toronto Downtown Jazz Society is to promote interest and awareness of jazz and to advance knowledge of jazz culture and tradition throughout Canada. The du Maurier Downtown Jazz festival is Toronto's annual opportunity to grasp the attention of the world's jazz fans, musicians, tourists, journalists and festival-goers.

du Maurier Downtown Jazz has become one of the most successful summer music festivals in North America. 1997 was the 11th Anniversary celebration of the festival and was a huge success attracting over 600,000 people. This year more than 1600 of the finest performers from all over the world will entertain every day and night for ten days from Friday, June 19 through Sunday, June 28, 1998, in over 50 venues including concert halls, indoor and outdoor stages, clubs, lounges, restaurants, hotels, and in the streets of Toronto.

Each year the festival surpasses its reputation for excellence and receives more international attention from media and visitors. Since 1987 it has been proud of its commitment to show casing leading-edge Canadian jazz artists from Toronto and nationwide. Impressive outdoor stages treat crowds to free and ticketed performances featuring all styles of jazz including blues, gospel, traditional, bebop, avant garde, Latin jazz, worldbeat and more.

Toronto is renowned as a clean safe and cosmopolitan city. Visitors come from around the world to experience the jazz festival in one of the world's truly great cities. 1600 performers, many journalists, media representatives, and over 600,000 listeners make beautiful downtown Toronto their destination every year to enjoy this celebration of music. Most festival venues are centrally located in downtown Toronto within easy walking distance of each other. Most free concert times are staggered to allow visitors to walk between locations.

From the unique du Maurier Stage marquee located at the corner of King and John Streets ... to Harbourfront Centre situated on Lake Ontario ... to the elegant concert venues of Roy Thomson and Massey Halls ... from the outdoor stage at Nathan Phillips Square with views of Toronto's old and new City Halls ... to the dozens of popular night clubs and restaurants where culinary delights abound and interesting people mingle. Free concerts daily, ticketed shows featuring today's hottest jazz stars, free jazz film screenings, workshops and dozens of jazz nightclubs, parades, art and photography displays and even theatre performances. It's all part of the du Maurier Downtown Jazz festival experience.

The general public and jazz audiences benefit the most from the festival. The free, outdoor stage focus of the event makes it possible for everyone to be exposed to the music and jazz fans are in their element. The essence of the festival is democratic and accessible - the curious bystander, delightfully surprised tourist, or the committed jazz enthusiast all have equal opportunity to enjoy the music that enlivens Metro Toronto.

Not only the artists and audiences benefit from the festival activity. Benefits are recognized by clubs, restaurants, venues, record labels, tourism industry, retailers, media organizations, community, regional and national publications, the hospitality industry, etc. etc. The positive effect on the musical form and its impact on public consciousness cannot be measured. There is undeniably a major benefit derived by artists, record companies and agencies to both the increased interest in the music, the networking and information sharing that occurs through the festival and the appreciation of the work of many talented artists who might otherwise remain unknown or under-recognized. Since 1987 festival organizers have been presenting jazz enthusiasts with thousands of the world's best performances.

I hope you will contribute to the success of du Maurier Downtown Jazz 1998 by declaring the festival an event of national significance.

Thank you for your assistance and do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or require further information.

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Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes - Outdoor

Solstice Party in the Courtyard known as "Berkeley Castle"

at the Corner of Berkeley Street and the Esplanade (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the Outdoor Solstice Party in the Courtyard of Berkeley Castle on June 18, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 13, 1998) from A.J.Diamond, Donald Schmitt and Company:

A. J. Diamond, Donald Schmitt and Company will be hosting a catered outdoor solstice party on June18, 1998, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Approximately 600 guests will be attending. We will be serving hot dogs, popcorn, ice cream, beer, wine and champagne free of charge. Catering will be provided by Manca Food Services. The event will take place in the courtyard of the building complex known as "Berkeley Castle" at the corner of Berkeley Street and The Esplanade.

A marquee measuring 15' x 30' will be erected on the premises, and we are in the process of obtaining a permit for this.

Could you please confirm your receipt of this letter in writing and return it to our offices. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any further details.

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Request for Endorsement of Event for LLBO Purposes -

1998 Artbeat/Mariposa Festival (High Park)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the 1998 Artbeat/Mariposa Festival, taking place at various locations set out in the communication (April 14, 1998) from Tnesia Mi, Parkdale Village B.I.A. on June 27, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 14, 1998) from Tnesia Mi, Street Representative, Parkdale Village B.I.A.:

I forward the following application for submission to the next meeting of the Toronto Community Council, for their consideration and approval.

The street festival will take place as follows:

On Cowan Avenue between Queen Street West and Melbourne Avenue. We will hold the festivities on June 27, 1998, from the hour of 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This event includes local arts, crafts and international cuisine, plus live entertainment, raffle, beer tent and demonstrations by St. John's Ambulance.

A Special Occasion Permit has been requested to serve alcoholic beverages for the duration of this event as previously stated. An application for a Street Occupation Permit has also been filed with City Works Services, as appropriate.

I look forward to receiving confirmation of Community Council's approval of the above. Please contact me directly at (416) 536-6918 if any additional information is required.

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Traffic Area Management Plan for the Teddington Park/

Wanless Park Area (North Toronto)

(City Council, on May 13 and 14, 1998, deferred consideration of this Clause to the meeting of City Council to be held on July8, 1998, and the Ward Councillors were requested to hold a public meeting in this regard, if necessary.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)on a six month trial basis, westbound to northbound right turn prohibitions from Lawrence Avenue East to Wanless Crescent, Ronan Avenue and Ardrossan Place between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays excepted, be implemented;

(2)the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, in consultation with the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association review the impact of the above controls after their installation, within six months or sooner, as the need may be, and report back to the Toronto Community Council;

(3)a "Yield" sign be approved to control southbound to westbound traffic on the northwest side of the traffic channelization island at the intersection of Wanless Avenue and Kappele Avenue;

(4)the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to give effect thereto, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be necessary.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 21, 1998) from Councillor Johnston:

I am writing to request that the above-noted Report be placed on the May 6, 1998 Toronto Community Council agenda in order to facilitate its transmittal to the City of Toronto Council to be endorsed and end this five-year saga.

The Toronto Community Council also submits the following Clause 22, contained in Report No. 16 of the City Services Committee, of the former City of Toronto, titled "Traffic Area Management Plan - Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area (Ward 16), which was adopted at its meeting of December 18 and 19, 1995.

The Committee recommends the adoption of the report (November 14, 1995) from the Acting Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment:

Origin: City Council meeting of January 11, 1993 (p:\1995\ug\env\cs952379.env) - acb

Recommendation:

(1)That the Metropolitan Corporation again be requested to implement on a six month trial basis, westbound to northbound right turn prohibitions from Lawrence Avenue East to Wanless Crescent, Ronan Avenue and Ardrossan Place between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays excepted;

(2)That the Acting Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment, in consultation with the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association and representatives of the Metropolitan Transportation Department and the City of North York Transportation Department, review the impact of the above controls after their installation, within six months or sooner, as the need may be, and report back to the City Services Committee;

(3)That a "Yield" sign be approved to control southbound to westbound traffic on the northwest side of the traffic channelization island at the intersection of Wanless Avenue and Kappele Avenue;

(4)That the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to give effect thereto, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be necessary to amend the appropriate Schedule of By-Law No. 522-78; and

(5)That the Councils of the Metropolitan Corporation and the City of North York be advised of the above.

Background: City Council, at its meeting of January 11, 1993, adopted, as amended, Clause 37 in City Services Committee Report No. 1, contained in Executive Committee Report No. 1 and in doing so, endorsed the recommendations contained in my September 24, 1992 report to the City Services Committee viz:

1.That the Metropolitan Corporation be requested to implement westbound to northbound right turn prohibitions from Lawrence Avenue East to Wanless Crescent, Ronan Avenue and Ardrossan Place between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays excepted;

2.That turn prohibitions be installed at the Haslemere Road/Braeside Road (westbound left turns to be prohibited) and Wanless Crescent/Wanless Avenue intersections (westbound right turns to be prohibited) between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays excepted;

3.That a traffic channelization island be constructed at the intersection of Wanless Avenue and Kappele Avenue and upon the completion of the construction, that an all-way "Stop" sign control be installed;

4.That all-way "Stop" sign controls also be installed at the intersections of Ronan Avenue/Ranleigh Avenue and Ronan Avenue/Bowood Avenue; and

5.That I, in consultation with the Traffic Committee of the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association, review the impact of the above controls six months after installation and report back to the City Services Committee.

Comments: I advise that the traffic controls listed in Item Nos. 2, 3, and 4, above were implemented shortly after City Council's approval, with all the work, including the construction of the traffic channelization island being completed in August, 1993. However, to date, the Metropolitan Corporation has not implemented the turn prohibitions referred to in Item No. 1 above.

In my September 24, 1992 report contained in the above Clause, I directly quoted communications from both the Metropolitan Commissioner of Transportation (who noted support for the proposed turn restrictions) and the North York Commissioner of Transportation (who noted no objection to the proposed turn prohibitions). However, subsequent to the City Services Committee's and City Council's approval of the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area Traffic Management Plan, residents from the adjacent streets in the City of North York (especially those on Mildenhall Road which runs north from Lawrence Avenue East and is located one block to the east of Wanless Avenue), as well as representatives of the Toronto French School, also located on Mildenhall Road, north of Lawrence Avenue East, raised objections to the proposed traffic management plan and petitioned the Metropolitan Toronto Council to defer implementation of the requested turn restrictions from Lawrence Avenue East to the above noted City of Toronto streets, subject to resolving traffic related matters on Mildenhall Road, north of Lawrence Avenue East.

In order to address the concerns of the North York residents, a meeting was convened on April 28, 1993 between representatives of my Department, Metro Transportation and the executive assistants of the affected City of Toronto, City of North York and Metropolitan councillors. At that meeting, Metro staff had indicated that they would review the concerns expressed by North York residents and would report on the area traffic management plan to the Metro Transportation Committee.

Since that time, no resolution of the traffic related concerns of the Toronto French School and the North York residents has been achieved. I have requested the Metropolitan Transportation Department, both by telephone and by letters dated April 29, 1994, November 16, 1994 and July 19, 1995 to advise me of the status of their investigations and to provide me with a time frame for the installation of the requested turn prohibitions on Lawrence Avenue East. To date, I have been advised by officials of the Metropolitan Transportation Department, that the turn prohibitions requested by the City of Toronto should not be considered in isolation from the neighbouring streets in the City of North York and therefore, until the issues concerning access to Mildenhall Road and to the Toronto French School are resolved, the Metropolitan Transportation Department would not be formulating a definitive position on the City of Toronto's Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area Traffic Management proposals.

In view of the above, I would recommend that the City Services Committee and Council reiterate its request to the Metropolitan Corporation to implement the requested turn prohibitions on a six month trial basis as noted in Recommendation No. 1 above.

I note for the City Services Committee's information that at the time the traffic channelization island at the intersection of Wanless Avenue and Kappele Avenue was constructed, a "Yield" sign was posted to control southbound to westbound traffic movements from Kappele Avenue to Wanless Avenue (the southbound to eastbound movements are controlled by an all-way "Stop" sign control). However, my records indicate that the required by-law listing in Schedule XIXa of Traffic By-law No. 522-78 was inadvertently omitted. Accordingly, as a house keeping measure, I recommend that the appropriate by-law amendment be enacted to legalize the placement of this "Yield" sign.

The Committee also had before the following communications which are included in the additional material and are on file in the Department of the City Clerk:

-(November 26, 1995) from Bob Hall

-(November 27, 1995) from Mario Buszynski, Chair, Wanless Park Ratepayers' Association Traffic Committee

The Toronto Community Council also submits Clause 37 of Report No. 1 of the City Services Committee, entitled "Traffic Management Plan for the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area (Ward 16)", which was adopted, without amendment, at its meeting held on January 11, 1993.

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The Committee recommends that:

1.Recommendation No. 4 of the report (September 24, 1992) from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment be amended to read as follows:

"4.That all-way `Stop' signs be approved for the intersections of Wanless Avenue/Kappele Avenue, Ronan Avenue/Ranleigh Avenue and Ronan Avenue/Bowood Avenue."

2.Recommendation No. 6 of the same report be amended to read as follows:

"6.That I, in consultation with the Traffic Committee of the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association, review the impact of the above controls six months after installation and report back to your Committee."

3.The report (September 24, 1992) from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment be adopted as amended by the above.

The Committee requested the Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment to invite North York Councillor Flint, or her representative, to participate in the review of the above traffic controls.

The following addressed the Committee:

-Councillor Walker

-Mario Buszynski, Wanless Park Ratepayers' Association

-George Milbrandt

-James Doak

-Councillor Joanne Flint, City of North York

The Committee submits the report (September 24, 1992) from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment:

Origin: City Services Committee meeting of February 5, 1992 (c39csc92690:117)

Executive Summary:

The implementation of the proposed traffic management plan in its entirety, as recommended by the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association will result in the following:

-Approximately 1,300 transient vehicles will be removed from the residential streets within the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area during each of the rush periods, which is in the range of 1 to 9 vehicles per minute per street.

-Many area residents will have to travel circuitous routes to access their homes. Certain routes, as identified in this report, have been left open to maintain reasonable access for residents. This will result in some transient traffic still infiltrating the area.

-Certain residential streets located in the City of North York to the north and west of the subject area, are accessible in whole or in part via the City of Toronto. The residents of these streets would be impacted similarly to those residing in the City of Toronto.

-Both City of North York Councillor Joanne Flint and City of North York Commissioner of Transportation Vince Murphy have expressed concerns respecting the proposed traffic management plan.

-Traffic will shift to streets outside the subject area, both west of Yonge Street and south of Lawrence Avenue East, in order to bypass the proposed controls.

-Yonge Street, Lawrence Avenue, Avenue Road and to a lesser extent, Bayview Avenue, as well as Jedburgh Road/Duplex Avenue, will be subjected to increased traffic volumes and congestion contributing to increased delays to Toronto Transit Commission buses, as well as increased levels of carbon dioxide and other noxious emissions.

-The major signalized intersections of Yonge Street/Lawrence Avenue, Yonge Street/Ranleigh Avenue and Yonge Street/Fairlawn Avenue will experience increased congestion.

-The proposed right turn prohibitions at the intersections of Lawrence Avenue East with Ardrossan Place, Ronan Avenue and Wanless Crescent, as well as the proposed internal controls at the Haslemere Road/Braeside Road and Wanless Crescent/Wanless Avenue intersections, during both rush periods, will minimize traffic infiltration into the area.

-The additional all-way "Stop" sign controls in the area are not necessary from the operations point of view, will have a negative environmental impact and should be postponed until the effect of the recommended turn prohibitions have been assessed. The high volume of pedestrians however, crossing the intersection of Wanless Avenue/Kappele Avenue warrants the installation of an all-way "Stop" sign control including the reconfiguration of the intersection as per Figure 8.

Recommendations:

(1)That in consideration of the negative impact the proposed Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area traffic management plan will have on the arterial streets of Yonge Street, Lawrence Avenue, Avenue Road, Bayview Avenue and Jedburgh Road/Duplex Avenue, on the area west of Yonge Street and south of Lawrence Avenue West and on the quality of public transit operations in the area, and given the probability of extraneous traffic infiltrating throughout the residential communities north, south and west of the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area, all as set out in this report, the proposed traffic management plan for the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area not be implemented in its entirety at this time;

(2)That the Metropolitan Corporation be requested to implement the proposed turning prohibitions at the intersections of Lawrence Avenue East with Ardrossan Place, Ronan Avenue and Wanless Crescent as listed in Appendix 2.1 of this report;

(3)That the proposed turning prohibitions at the Haslemere Road/Braeside Road and Wanless Crescent/Wanless Avenue intersections as listed in Appendix 2.2 of this report be approved;

(4)That all-way "Stop" sign control be approved for the intersection of Wanless Avenue/Kappele Avenue;

(5)That approval be given to reconfiguring the Wanless Avenue/Kappele Avenue intersection as shown on Figure 8 attached to this report;

(6)That I review the impact of the above controls six months after installation and report back to your Committee; and

(7)That the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to implement the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills which might be required to amend By-law No. 522-78 and implement the work.

Background: Your Committee, at its meeting of February 5, 1992, in considering my report of January 24, 1992 together with communications of January 17 and 20, 1992 from Mr. Scott Stevens and Mr. Mario Buszynski of the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association, respectively and January 28, 1992 from Councillor Kay Gardner regarding a proposed traffic management plan for the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area, requested me to review the traffic management plan for the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area submitted by the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association in consultation with its Traffic Committee and report back to your Committee as soon as practicable.

Comments:

1.Existing Conditions

1.1General Description of the Study Area

The Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area is located in the most northerly portion of Ward 16 and is bounded by Yonge Street, Lawrence Avenue East and the boundary between the City of Toronto and the City of North York. Figure 1 indicates the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area and vicinity. Yonge Street, Lawrence Avenue East and Mount Pleasant Road, south of Lawrence Avenue East, are four lane arterial roads under the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Toronto Corporation.

Mount Pleasant Road, from Lawrence Avenue East to Glen Echo Road, is a City arterial road and Glen Echo Road, from Mount Pleasant Road to Yonge Street, is a City collector road. Both of these streets are former Metropolitan roads which were reverted to City of Toronto jurisdiction on June 1, 1990.

The study area is residential in nature except that section fronting Yonge Street, from Lawrence Avenue to the City limit, which is predominately retail and commercial. A large City park, Wanless Park, is situated on the block bounded by Kappele Avenue, Haslemere Road, Braeside Road, Wanless Crescent and Wanless Avenue. Two schools are located either in the area or just adjacent to it.

Bedford Park Public School is located just east of Yonge Street and borders on Ranleigh Avenue to the north and Wanless Avenue to the south. The Toronto French School is located on the east side of Mildenhall Road, just north of Lawrence Avenue East, in the City of North York, one block east of the study area.

The area is well served by public transit. The Yonge Subway line provides the major focus for public transit serving the area with a station located at Lawrence Avenue and Yonge Street (the Lawrence Station). Surface bus routes, which provide direct connection with the Lawrence Station, operate on Yonge Street (Yonge No. 97) and Lawrence Avenue East (Lawrence-Donway No. 162 and Sunnybrook No. 124). The Nortown East No. 103 bus operates on Mount Pleasant Road, from Glen Echo Road south to Eglinton Avenue East and thence to the Eglinton Station of the Yonge Subway line. Surface bus service is also provided to points west of the Yonge Subway line on Lawrence Avenue West (Lawrence West No. 52).

1.1.1City of North York Streets

Just north of the subject area are a number of residential streets located in the City of North York which are accessible only via the City of Toronto (see Figure 1). These streets are Doncliffe Place, Forest Glen Crescent and sections of Doncliffe Drive. The most easterly end of Riverview Drive, just east of the subject area, is also situated within the City of North York with its only access from the City of Toronto.

On the easterly boundary of the study area properties on the east side of Braeside Road are in the City of North York. The streets in this area include Mildenhall Road (which becomes Haslemere Road on the west side of Braeside Road), Braeside Crescent, Proctor Crescent and Rothmere Drive (which becomes Wanless Crescent on the west side of Braeside Road). The intersection of Mildenhall Road and Lawrence Avenue East in the City of North York is signalized and facilitates access to the subject area for both City of Toronto and City of North York residents destined to Lawrence Avenue East and Bayview Avenue.

1.2Traffic Regulations

Figure 2 shows all existing traffic control signals, turning prohibitions and "Stop" sign locations in the study area.

Many of the streets in the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area are currently signed to give effect to a 40 kilometres per hour speed limit including Mount Pleasant Road, from Lawrence Avenue East to Glen Echo Road and Glen Echo Road, from Mount Pleasant Road to Yonge Street.

Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue East have 50 kilometres per hour speed limits and parking is prohibited on both streets in the predominant direction of travel during both rush periods.

1.3Recent Changes to Area Traffic Regulations

Mount Pleasant Road, from Lawrence Avenue East to Glen Echo Road, has been narrowed to two lanes of traffic from four lanes by means of signage and extensive pavement markings. The four all-way "Stop" sign control locations on Mount Pleasant Road indicated on Figure 2 were implemented in June, 1991 at the request of area residents and the local Councillor, as a means of improving safety for pedestrians (especially children) and in conjunction with the posting of 40 kilometres per hour speed signs, to control the speed of traffic along Mount Pleasant Road.

Speed and volume counts taken on Mount Pleasant Road before and after the implementation of these measures indicate a 10 percent reduction in the daily volume of traffic and a minor reduction in the average speed of motor vehicles. However, some of the reduction in traffic volumes on Mount Pleasant Road, as on many other streets within the City of Toronto, can be directly attributed to the current economic recession.

1.4On-street Overnight Permit Parking

Eight streets in the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area are designated for on-street overnight permit parking and permits are issued only to residents of these specific streets. These are detailed in Appendix 3. A total of 648 permit parking spaces are available for which as of August 19, 1992, 243 permits have been issued.

1.5Traffic Volumes

Existing traffic volumes are summarized for the a.m. peak hour, the daytime normal hour and the p.m. peak hour on Figures 3, 4 and 5, respectively.

The daily (24-hour) volumes, as well as morning and afternoon peak hour volumes, for the busiest streets in the subject area are in Appendix 4.

1.6Summary of Existing Conditions

Mount Pleasant Road, carrying some 8,000 vehicles per day, is the major route in the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area used by transient traffic during both rush periods. Transient traffic uses the east-west streets between Yonge Street and Mount Pleasant Road to turn off of or onto Yonge Street to bypass the Yonge Street/Lawrence Avenue intersection. Much of this traffic is destined to points south via Mount Pleasant Road. Secondary egress points used by transient traffic, destined to Bayview Avenue, are the streets intersecting with Lawrence Avenue East, east of Mount Pleasant Road and include the intersection of Mildenhall Road and Lawrence Avenue East in the City of North York.

Some of the traffic using Ranleigh Avenue and Wanless Avenue, from Yonge Street to Mount Pleasant Road, can be attributed to two factors. Firstly, many parents drive their children to and from Bedford Park Public School using either of these streets, especially during the morning rush period, and secondly, many motorists pick up and drop off persons using the Ranleigh Avenue entrance to the Lawrence Station.

2.Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area Traffic Management Plan

The area traffic management plan proposed by the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association is shown on Figure 6 for the morning rush period and on Figure 7 for the afternoon rush period.

The primary purpose of the proposed traffic management plan is to regulate and reduce the volume of transient traffic which originates from the north and flows through the residential streets east of Yonge Street destined to Mount Pleasant Road, south of Lawrence Avenue East and/or Bayview Avenue during the morning rush period and the returning northbound traffic during the afternoon rush period.

In the morning rush period a series of southbound left turn prohibitions or entry prohibitions are proposed on the portion of Yonge Street, from Teddington Park Avenue to Wanless Avenue, on the westerly boundary of the area in order to reduce the volume of southbound transient traffic through the subject area. In the southeasterly quadrant of the subject area westbound to northbound right turn prohibitions are proposed along Lawrence Avenue East where it intersects with Ardrossan Place, Ronan Avenue and Wanless Crescent, as well as some internal turn restrictions at the Haslemere Road/Braeside Road and Wanless Crescent/Wanless Avenue intersections. These controls are designed to reduce westbound transient traffic on Lawrence Avenue East attempting to bypass the Lawrence Avenue East/Mount Pleasant Road intersection, as well as to divert transient traffic generated by the Toronto French School to the arterial roads.

In the afternoon rush period northbound to westbound left turn prohibitions are proposed at streets intersecting with Mount Pleasant Road from Ranleigh Avenue to Glen Echo Road. These prohibitions are intended to restrict transient vehicles from travelling north through the subject residential area in order to bypass the Yonge Street/Lawrence Avenue intersection. As well, an entry prohibition is proposed on Wanless Avenue, between Leith Place and Yonge Street, to reduce westbound transient traffic along Wanless Avenue and any transient vehicles entering northbound from the intersections of Lawrence Avenue East with Leith Place, Cardinal Place and Preston Place. In order to advise motorists of the controls, the posting of "Local Traffic Only" signs is proposed for all intersections with Lawrence Avenue East within the study area.

For the southeasterly portion of the study area similar controls to the morning rush period are proposed. One major concern of the residents in this part of the study area centres on transient traffic on such streets as Wanless Crescent, Wanless Avenue, Braeside Road, Haslemere Road and on Kappele Avenue, generated in part by parents picking up and dropping off their children at the Toronto French School. As these streets also border on Wanless Park, the residents are concerned for the safety of children utilizing Wanless Park.

In addition to the foregoing, the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association is proposing the installation of a number of additional all-way "Stop" sign controls within the area. Councillor Michael Walker has also forwarded to me a petition, signed by a number of residents on Ronan Avenue, supporting the installation of additional all-way "Stop" sign controls on Ronan Avenue as indicated on Figures 6 and 7. These are addressed in Section 4 of this report.

In consideration that Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue East are Metropolitan roads and, accordingly, any turning restrictions along either of these streets would require the approval of the Metropolitan Corporation, I have consulted with staff of the Metropolitan Transportation Department whose comments respecting this traffic management plan are contained in a letter dated June 11, 1992, which is quoted in its entirety in Appendix 5 to this report.

3.Traffic Impact

The Wanless Park Ratepayers Association's traffic management plan would have the effect of removing approximately 1,300 transient vehicles from that residential community during the morning rush period (7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.) of which 630 vehicles fall within the morning peak hour. Of those vehicles to be displaced during the morning peak hour, approximately 560 vehicles are currently turning into the area from Yonge Street and would have to be accommodated elsewhere. The remaining 70 vehicles enter the area east of Mount Pleasant Road or are generated by the Toronto French School. The only access to the school under this scheme is from Mildenhall Road.

During the afternoon rush period (4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.) about 1,300 vehicles would be diverted from the subject area of which 670 fall within the afternoon peak hour. Five hundred and seventy vehicles currently execute northbound to westbound left turns from Mount Pleasant Road towards Yonge Street, utilizing the various streets from Lawrence Avenue East to Glen Echo Road. The remaining 100 vehicles would either be diverted from the streets intersecting Lawrence Avenue East, from Wanless Crescent to Mount Pleasant Road or would be transient traffic generated by the Toronto French School.

Many local residents would have to travel circuitous routes in order to access their homes during the times that the various turning/entry prohibitions are in effect. The net result, however, should be a significant drop in the volume of traffic on internal residential streets.

I would expect some transient traffic to continue utilizing the area. The traffic displaced from the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area, especially from Mount Pleasant Road, during both rush periods will have a negative impact on Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue West. Adjacent residential communities to the west and to the south will also experience higher traffic volumes.

While it is difficult to predict with accuracy the new routes that traffic will take once the subject traffic management plan is implemented, I believe some of the traffic displaced will transfer to other Metropolitan roads such as Avenue Road and Bayview Avenue and other City roads such as Jedburgh Road/Duplex Avenue, one block west of Yonge Street. This may result in some increase in traffic volumes on residential streets on the west side of Yonge Street. During the afternoon rush period, traffic travelling north on Mount Pleasant Road, prior to reaching Lawrence Avenue East, may choose to execute left turns onto City streets such as Dawlish Avenue, St. Leonard's Avenue and Lawrence Crescent to get to northbound Yonge Street, resulting in higher traffic volumes on these streets.

Residents living in the City of North York, as described in Section 1, would be negatively impacted. The City of North York Commissioner of Transportation, by his letter of April 14, 1992 (quoted in its entirety in Appendix 5 to this report) has raised a number of concerns respecting the impact of the proposed traffic management plan upon City of North York streets which are not now experiencing difficulties with transient traffic.

3.1Morning Rush Period, 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

3.1.1Yonge Street

I expect that Yonge Street will carry the bulk of the traffic to be displaced by the proposed traffic controls. At the present time, approximately 1,800 vehicles travel southbound on Yonge Street, approaching Lawrence Avenue, during the a.m. peak hour.

The intersections of Yonge Street with Fairlawn Avenue, Ranleigh Avenue and Lawrence Avenue will experience increased southbound congestion.

Assuming that all existing southbound to eastbound left turning traffic which would be eliminated by the proposed controls remains on Yonge Street, approximately 560 vehicles would be added to existing southbound traffic volumes for a total of approximately 2,360 vehicles over the rush period. This traffic volume exceeds the capacity of Yonge Street, resulting in excessive queues and delays for southbound motorists, as well as delays to the Yonge No. 97 bus.

3.1.2Yonge Street/Lawrence Avenue Intersection

As noted above, there will be an increased demand for southbound left turns at the Yonge Street/Lawrence Avenue intersection. There currently is some surplus capacity for this movement. However, the increased demand created by this plan will bring the intersection to capacity. In addition, the exclusive southbound left turn lane at this intersection has limited storage capacity and vehicles queued back waiting to execute left turns will block southbound through lanes, further restricting the capacity of Yonge Street. There is little opportunity to provide additional green time for southbound Yonge Street traffic because the entire cycle length is utilized now.

3.1.3Ranleigh Avenue

To permit parents to drop off children at Bedford Park Public School, the southbound left turn from Yonge Street to Ranleigh Avenue is to be retained. To prevent transient traffic from utilizing this street beyond the school eastbound to southbound right turns would be prohibited at Mount Pleasant Road, as well as at Ronan Avenue.

3.1.4Prohibition of Entry - Wanless Avenue and Glenforest Road, east of Yonge Street

Posting "No Entry" signs on Wanless Avenue and Glenforest Road, just east of Yonge Street, combined with "Local Traffic Only" signs on these streets where they intersect with Yonge Street, will retain vehicular access to businesses on these streets but will discourage transient traffic.

3.1.5Lawrence Avenue East, east of Mount Pleasant Road

The subject plan proposes westbound right turn prohibitions at the intersections of Lawrence Avenue East with Wanless Crescent, Ronan Avenue and Ardrossan Place. These would be implemented in conjunction with compulsory left turns at the Braeside Road/Haslemere Road and Wanless Crescent/Wanless Avenue intersections. The latter controls would divert transient traffic from the subject area that would enter at the intersection of Mildenhall Road and Lawrence Avenue East while allowing North York residents and those destined to the Toronto French School continued access through this intersection.

The total number of vehicles (about 60) to be diverted from these streets during the morning rush period is not significant and there is sufficient surplus capacity at the intersection of Mount Pleasant Road and Lawrence Avenue East to accommodate these vehicles. This will result in less transient traffic in the area east of Mount Pleasant Road and north of Lawrence Avenue East and will provide the greatest benefit to the residents of Ronan Avenue. Accordingly, I support this aspect of the proposed traffic management plan.

3.1.6Impact of City of North York Streets

It is the opinion of the City of North York Commissioner of Transportation that the proposed southbound to eastbound left turn prohibitions on Yonge Street would sever reasonable access requirements to Doncliffe Place, Forest Glen, Mildenhall Road, Braeside Crescent, Proctor Crescent and Rothmere Drive. The residents on these streets would face similar access restrictions as those residents living in the subject area in the City of Toronto. I would anticipate that the level of transient traffic on the latter four streets would in fact decrease should the subject traffic management plan be implemented.

3.1.7Alternative Routes to the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area

Increased congestion on Yonge Street will prompt motorists to find alternative routes. It is possible that motorists will switch to other nearby Metropolitan roads such as Avenue Road and Bayview Avenue. However, Mount Pleasant Road/Jarvis Street provides a direct route downtown and it is likely that many motorists who currently use this route will wish to continue doing so.

Those motorists on Yonge Street proceeding south of Lawrence Avenue and wishing to access Mount Pleasant Road will utilize the streets in the residential community south of Lawrence Avenue East and east of Yonge Street, resulting in higher volumes of transient traffic within that community.

No controls are proposed for the west side of Yonge Street. Accordingly, it is possible that some motorists will shift to Jedburgh Road/Duplex Avenue in order to continue their southbound journey. However, Jedburgh Road/Duplex Avenue already carries a high volume of traffic and there is very little additional capacity to accommodate more southbound traffic through the traffic control signals at the Lawrence Avenue West and Jedburgh Road/Duplex Avenue intersection. Accordingly, motorists may turn right off Yonge Street, south of Yonge Boulevard, using such streets as Deloraine Avenue, Melrose Avenue and St. Germain Avenue, travel west to Jedburgh Road (or utilize the public lanes to the rear of the stores fronting on Yonge Street) and then back to Yonge Street via Fairlawn Avenue, use the traffic control signals to cross over to Snowdon Avenue and thence south onto Mount Pleasant Road. Other streets on the west side of Yonge Street could also be similarly impacted.

3.2Afternoon Rush Period, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

3.2.1Mount Pleasant Road

To prevent the reverse flow of transient traffic in the afternoon rush period northbound left turn prohibitions are proposed at all intersections of Mount Pleasant Road, from Lawrence Avenue East to Glen Echo Road, with the exception of Wanless Avenue which would have a westbound "No Entry" prohibition just east of Yonge Street (see Section 3.1.4 of this report). It is estimated that these controls, with the inclusion of similar controls during the afternoon rush period as discussed in Section 3.1.5, will divert approximately 670 transient vehicles from the area.

These restrictions will significantly reduce traffic volumes on Mount Pleasant Road and on all east-west streets in the subject area from Mount Pleasant Road to Yonge Street. However, the traffic to be diverted from the study area (some 570 vehicles during the p.m. peak hour) will cause problems at other locations in the surrounding area, especially at the intersection of Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue.

3.2.2Lawrence Avenue East, east of Mount Pleasant Road

The subject plan proposes westbound right turn prohibitions at the intersections of Lawrence Avenue East with Wanless Crescent, Ronan Avenue and Ardrossan Place. These would be implemented in conjunction with compulsory left turns at the Braeside Road/Haslemere Road and Wanless Crescent/Wanless Avenue intersections. These controls are similar to those noted in Section 3.1.5. The impact of these controls can be accommodated on the surrounding road system. The residents have requested that these turn prohibitions be implemented from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in order to also discourage transient traffic generated by the Toronto French School, as well as other transient vehicles entering the area via the Mildenhall Road/Lawrence Avenue East intersection.

The resultant diverted traffic is not significant, representing some 100 vehicles during the p.m. peak hour. Half of these vehicles would have destinations within the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area and would most likely turn north onto Mount Pleasant Road, with the remainder continuing west to Yonge Street. Accordingly, I support the implementation of these turning prohibitions, in conjunction with the internal compulsory turns at the Haslemere Road/Braeside Road and Wanless Crescent/Wanless Avenue intersections. As in the morning rush period, these internal controls would deflect transient traffic entering the area via the Mildenhall Road/Lawrence Avenue East intersection and would reduce transient traffic generated by the Toronto French School. In consideration of the residents' concerns respecting the Toronto French School I support the request to commence the prohibitions at 3:30 p.m.

3.2.3Lawrence Avenue East/Mount Pleasant Road Intersection

The proposed turning prohibitions along Mount Pleasant Road, north of Lawrence Avenue East, will have an impact on this intersection. As noted in Section 3.2.2 the westbound Lawrence Avenue East traffic to be diverted from the study area can be accommodated by the existing traffic control signals at Lawrence Avenue East and Mount Pleasant Road.

However, the proposed prohibitions on Mount Pleasant Road, from Lawrence Avenue East to Glen Echo Road, will result in changes to northbound traffic approaching the subject intersection. Although right turns onto Lawrence Avenue East and left turns from Lawrence Avenue East to northbound Mount Pleasant Road should be reduced by at least fifty percent representing some 290 vehicles during the peak p.m. hour, these vehicles will be added to the northbound left turn queue on Mount Pleasant Road. This movement is currently at capacity during the p.m. peak hour and excessive delays will occur for motorists waiting to make this turn. Alternatively, motorists may use residential streets south of Lawrence Avenue East to access Yonge Street causing transient traffic problems for streets such as Dawlish Avenue, St. Leonard's Avenue, Dinnick Crescent and Lympstone Avenue.

3.2.4Yonge Street/Lawrence Avenue Intersection

The traffic to be diverted from the study area will have the greatest impact on the Yonge Street/Lawrence Avenue intersection. As noted in Section 3.2.3 approximately 290 vehicles will be added to those vehicles currently travelling north on Mount Pleasant Road, executing left turns onto Lawrence Avenue East and thence right turns to northbound Yonge Street. An additional 50 vehicles will be added to westbound Lawrence Avenue East traffic approaching Yonge Street from the turning restrictions proposed in Section 3.2.1. Some of this traffic will divert to residential streets to the south of Lawrence Avenue East and will be added to the existing northbound Yonge Street traffic approaching Lawrence Avenue.

The intersection of Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue is operating at capacity during the afternoon peak hour and the addition of approximately 350 more vehicles through the intersection cannot be accommodated. Should the plan be implemented traffic queues would lengthen, congestion would increase and the movement of Toronto Transit Commission buses would be inhibited.

3.2.5Impact on North York Streets

The proposed northbound to westbound left turn prohibitions on Mount Pleasant Road would "trap" transient motorists at the north end of Mount Pleasant Road. These motorists could use Doncliffe Drive and Forest Glen Crescent in the City of North York to travel to Glen Echo Road to access northbound Yonge Street, thereby circumventing the turn restrictions along Mount Pleasant Road. In order to prevent this, a southbound to westbound right turn prohibition from the west leg of Doncliffe Drive to Glen Echo Road would be required should the proposed traffic management plan be implemented.

City of North York residents living on Mildenhall Road, Braeside Crescent, Proctor Crescent and Rothmere Drive would lose direct access to Yonge Street via the Teddington Park/Wanless Park area during the rush periods and would be forced to access their streets via Lawrence Avenue East. However, the existing level of transient traffic on these streets should be substantially reduced should the proposed traffic controls be implemented.

3.2.6Alternative Routes to the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area

Possible alternative routes which include some of the residential streets running east off Mount Pleasant Road, from Dawlish Avenue to Lawrence Avenue East, have been identified above. These streets currently experience some transient traffic, however, should the proposed traffic management plan be implemented the volumes of transient traffic on these streets would increase.

I would also expect that other streets, especially Jedburgh Road/Duplex Avenue, as well as Yonge Street and Bayview Avenue, will experience increased levels of traffic as a result of this plan.

4.Additional All-way "Stop" Sign Controls

The additional all-way "Stop" sign controls proposed by the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association are indicated on Figures 5 and 6 and are listed in Section 1.5 of Appendix 1.

As can be seen, most of the proposed all-way "Stop" sign controls are on streets intersecting with Ronan Avenue. The residents of Ronan Avenue, by petition submitted to Councillor Michael Walker, have indicated their support for these additional "Stop" signs as a way of reducing the speed and volume of traffic on their street. Additional "Stop" signs are proposed for the intersections of Wanless Avenue with Leith Place, Preston Place and Kappele Avenue and on Bocastle Avenue at Roslin Avenue and at Snowdon Avenue.

The turn prohibitions recommended in Sections 3.1.6 and 3.2.1, specifically, the westbound to northbound right turn prohibitions at the intersections of Lawrence Avenue East with Wanless Crescent, Ronan Avenue and Ardrossan Place combined with the internal compulsory turns at the Haslemere Road/Braeside Road and Wanless Crescent/Wanless Avenue intersection during both rush periods should result in decreasing traffic volumes on Ronan Avenue by one half to approximately 40 vehicles during each of the a.m. and p.m. peak hours (representing less than 1 car per minute). I suggest that the need for additional "Stop" sign controls be reassessed as part of the six month review referred to above in Recommendation 6.

I also note that I am preparing an implementation report on the removal of superfluous "Stop" signs within the City of Toronto and will be suggesting the removal of some "Stop" signs as a method of reducing noxious automobile emissions. Accordingly, I do not feel that it would be advisable to place all the additional all-way "Stop" sign controls in the subject area at this time.

4.1Wanless Avenue/Kappele Avenue Intersection

The unusual configuration of this intersection would make the placement of "Stop" signs confusing. To accommodate all-way "Stop" sign controls, the intersection will need to be reconfigured to clearly define the appropriate traffic movements. There are numerous pedestrians crossing this intersection to access Wanless Park which is contiguous to the subject intersection. Accordingly, it would be desirable to consider all-way "Stop" sign controls at this intersection. I note that this is consistent with Criteria 2(e) of the Stop Sign Management Programme, as approved by City Council at its meeting of September 16 and 17, 1991 (Clause 35 in City Services Report No.11, contained in Executive Committee Report No. 21), dealing with the installation of all-way "Stop" sign controls "at intersections serving special categories of pedestrians such as school children and senior citizens".

A number of possible designs have been considered to channelize traffic for the subject intersection. The design shown on Figure 8, estimated to cost $15,000, achieves the desire result while minimizing costs. Over the past three years no accidents have been reported at this intersection. There are no plans to reconstruct either Wanless Avenue or Kappele Avenue in the foreseeable future.

Funds are available in my 1992 Capital Budget Account No. 292-250 to reconfigure the subject intersection as per Figure 8. The work constitutes an alteration to the public highway pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Act.

5.Environmental Impact

The proposed traffic management plan will contribute to increased congestion on arterial roads and will require some residents to extend their trips in order to access their homes. This will result in increased fuel consumption by cars, leading to an increase in vehicle emissions and higher levels of air pollution. As well, the increased levels of traffic on the arterial roads will have a deleterious effect on public transit as the travel times for buses will be increased.

The placement of additional "Stop" signs in the area as discussed in Section 4 would result in increased fuel consumption and an increase in vehicle emissions. Furthermore, residents living near these new "Stop" sign locations will be subjected to increased noise levels.

6.Implementation

The traffic controls necessary to implement the proposed traffic management plan recommended by the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association are listed in Appendix 1 by area of jurisdiction.

I have listed in Appendix 2 those traffic controls which I consider necessary and supportable at this time and those considered likewise by the Metropolitan Commissioner of Transportation.

I am presently reviewing the possibility of exempting bicycles from the proposed turn/entry prohibitions for this area, as well as for other areas of the City of Toronto. According to the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario, bicycles are classified as vehicles and as such cyclists are required to obey all traffic regulations. I will reporting on this matter as soon as practicable.

7.Costs

I estimate that the cost to manufacture and post the required signs in order to implement the entire proposed traffic management plan as recommended by the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association would be approximately $10,000. If the entire traffic management plan were to be implemented funds could be provided from my 1992 Operating Budget, Account No. 739-631.

I estimate that to manufacture and post the required signs to implement the controls recommended by me and the Metropolitan Commissioner of Transportation will cost approximately $1,000. Funds for this modest amount of work are available in my 1992 Operating Budget Account No. 739-631.

8.Comments Received from Other Government Agencies

In accordance with City Council policy respecting area traffic management plans, I have contacted other governmental agencies in order to obtain their comments respecting the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area traffic management plan. The responses from these agencies are included in Appendix 5 of this report.

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Appendix 1

Traffic Controls Proposed by the

Wanless Park Ratepayers Association for the

Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area

1.1 Proposed Turn Restrictions Under the Jurisdiction of

Metropolitan Toronto

TurnsTimes and

IntersectionDirectionProhibitedDays

Yonge Streetsouthboundleft7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m.,

Teddington Parkexcept

AvenueSaturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Yonge Streetsouthboundleft7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m.,

Golfdale Roadexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Yonge Streetsouthboundleft7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m.,

Snowdon Avenueexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Yonge Streetsouthboundleft7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m.,

Roslin Avenueexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Yonge Streetsouthboundleft7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m.,

Bowood Avenueexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

TurnsTimes and

IntersectionDirectionProhibitedDays

Lawrence Avenuewestboundright7:00 a.m. to

East and9:00 a.m. and

Wanless Crescent3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Lawrence Avenuewestboundright7:00 a.m. to

East and9:00 a.m. and

Ronan Avenue3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Lawrence Avenuewestboundright7:00 a.m. to

East and9:00 a.m. and

Ardrossan Place3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

1.2 Proposed Turn Restrictions Under the Jurisdiction of the

City of Toronto

TurnsTimes and

IntersectionDirectionProhibitedDays

Ranleigh Avenueeastboundright7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m.,

Mount Pleasantexcept

RoadSaturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays,

Buses Excepted

TurnsTimes and

IntersectionDirectionProhibitedDays

Ranleigh Avenueeastboundright7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m.,

Ronan Avenueexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Haslemere Roadwestboundleft7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m. and

Braeside Road3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Wanless Crescentwestboundright7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m. and

Wanless Avenue3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Mount Pleasant Roadnorthboundleft4:00 p.m. to

and6:00 p.m.,

Ranleigh Avenueexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays,

Buses Excepted

Mount Pleasant Roadnorthboundleft4:00 p.m. to

and6:00 p.m.,

Bowood Avenueexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

TurnsTimes and

IntersectionDirectionProhibitedDays

Mount Pleasant Roadnorthboundleft4:00 p.m. to

and6:00 p.m.,

Roslin Avenueexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Mount Pleasant Roadnorthboundleft4:00 p.m. to

and6:00 p.m.,

Glenforest Roadexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Mount Pleasant Roadnorthboundleft4:00 p.m. to

and6:00 p.m.,

Snowdon Avenueexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Mount Pleasant Roadnorthboundleft4:00 p.m. to

and6:00 p.m.,

Golfdale Roadexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Mount Pleasant Roadnorthboundleft4:00 p.m. to

and6:00 p.m.,

Teddington Parkexcept

AvenueSaturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Mount Pleasant Roadnorthboundleft4:00 p.m. to

and6:00 p.m.,

Glen Echo Roadexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

1.3 Proposed "No Entry" Restrictions

ProhibitedTravelledTimes and

HighwayHighwayDirection Days

Wanless Avenue,Wanlesseastbound7:00 a.m. to

100 m east ofAvenue9:00 a.m.,

Yonge Streetexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Wanless Avenue,Wanlesswestbound3:30 p.m. to

100 m east ofAvenue6:00 p.m.,

Yonge Streetexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Glenforest Road,Glenforesteastbound7:00 a.m. to

50 m east ofRoad9:00 a.m.,

Yonge Streetexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

1.4 Proposed "Local Traffic Only" Signs

TravelledTimes and

IntersectionHighwayDirectionDays

Wanless AvenueWanlesswestbound7:00 a.m. to

andAvenue9:00 a.m.,

Yonge Streetexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Ranleigh AvenueRanleighwestbound7:00 a.m. to

andAvenue9:00 a.m.,

Yonge Streetexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

TravelledTimes and

IntersectionHighwayDirectionDays

Glenforest RoadGlenforestwestbound7:00 a.m. to

andRoad9:00 a.m.,

Yonge Streetexcept

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Leith PlaceLeithnorthbound4:00 p.m. to

andPlace6:00 p.m.,

Lawrence Avenueexcept

EastSaturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Cardinal PlaceCardinalnorthbound4:00 p.m. to

andPlace6:00 p.m.,

Lawrence Avenueexcept

EastSaturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Preston PlacePrestonnorthbound4:00 p.m. to

andPlace6:00 p.m.,

Lawrence Avenueexcept

EastSaturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Ardrossan PlaceArdrossannorthbound4:00 p.m. to

andPlace6:00 p.m.,

Lawrence Avenueexcept

EastSaturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Ronan AvenueRonannorthbound4:00 p.m. to

andAvenue6:00 p.m.,

Lawrence Avenueexcept

EastSaturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

TravelledTimes and

IntersectionHighwayDirectionDays

Wanless CrescentWanlessnorthbound4:00 p.m. to

andCrescent6:00 p.m.,

Lawrence Avenueexcept

EastSaturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

1.5 Proposed "All-way Stop" Controls

IntersectionsStop Streets

Bocastle Avenue andBocastle Avenue

Snowdon Avenue(northbound and southbound)

Bocastle Avenue andBocastle Avenue

Roslin Avenue(northbound and southbound)

Wanless Avenue andLeith Place

Leith Place(eastbound and westbound)

Wanless Avenue andPreston Place

Preston Place(eastbound and westbound)

Wanless Avenue andWanless Avenue

Kappele Avenue(eastbound and westbound)

Wanless Avenue andKappele Avenue

Kappele Avenue(southbound)

Ronan Avenue andGolfdale Road

Golfdale Road(eastbound and westbound)

Ronan Avenue andRonan Avenue

Snowdon Avenue(northbound and southbound)

Ronan Avenue andRonan Avenue

Glenforest Road(northbound and southbound)

Ronan Avenue andRonan Avenue

Bowood Avenue(northbound and southbound)

Ronan Avenue andRonan Avenue

Ranleigh Avenue(northbound and southbound)

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Appendix 2

Traffic Controls Recommended for the

Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area

2.1 Recommended Turn Restrictions Under the Jurisdiction of

Metropolitan Toronto

TurnsTimes and

IntersectionDirectionProhibitedDays

Lawrence Avenuewestboundright7:00 a.m. to

East and9:00 a.m. and

Wanless Crescent3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Lawrence Avenuewestboundright7:00 a.m. to

East and9:00 a.m. and

Ronan Avenue3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Lawrence Avenuewestboundright7:00 a.m. to

East and9:00 a.m. and

Ardrossan Place3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

2.2 Recommended Turn Restrictions Under the Jurisdiction of the

City of Toronto

TurnsTimes and

IntersectionDirectionProhibitedDays

Haslemere Roadwestboundleft7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m. and

Braeside Road3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

Wanless Crescentwestboundright7:00 a.m. to

and9:00 a.m. and

Wanless Avenue3:30 p.m. to

6:00 p.m.,

except

Saturdays,

Sundays and

Public Holidays

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Appendix 3

Permit Parking for the

Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area

The following number of permits have been issued for the spaces available as of August 19, 1992:

SpacesPermits

LocationFrom/ToAvailableIssued

ArdrossanLawrence Avenue East to3017

PlaceWanless Avenue

BowoodYonge Street to11023

AvenueRonan Avenue

SpacesPermits

LocationFrom/ToAvailableIssued

GlenforestYonge Street to13349

Roadthe easterly limit of

Glenforest Road

RanleighYonge Street to 8037

AvenueRonan Avenue

SnowdonBocastle Avenue to16440

AvenueRiverview Drive

RonanWanless Avenue to 4214

AvenueRanleigh Avenue and

Glenforest Road to

Snowdon Avenue

RoslinYonge Street to 6226

AvenueBocastle Avenue and

Ronan Avenue to

easterly limit of

Ronan Avenue

WanlessMount Pleasant Road to 2737

AvenueArdrossan Place and

Ronan Avenue to

Kappele Avenue

Total648243

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Appendix 4

Highest Traffic Volume Carrying Streets for the

Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area

24-HourA.M. PeakP.M. Peak

StreetVolume Hour Hour

Yonge Street, north of39,2402,7402,710

Lawrence Avenue East

Lawrence Avenue East, east of24,9001,8702,035

Yonge Street

Mount Pleasant Road, north of 8,060 920 900

Lawrence Avenue East

Teddington Park Avenue, east of 4,070 465 270

Yonge Street

Snowdon Avenue, east of 2,100 150 170

Yonge Street

Golfdale Road, east of 2,040 220 170

Yonge Street

Glen Echo Road, east of 1,990 230 220

Yonge Street

Ranleigh Avenue, east of 1,800 215 215

Yonge Street

Ronan Avenue, north of 1,400 75 85

Wanless Avenue

Wanless Avenue, east of 1,200 130 120

Mount Pleasant Road

Bowood Avenue, east of 1,150 70 100

Yonge Street

24-HourA.M. PeakP.M. Peak

StreetVolume Hour Hour

Glenforest Road, east of 1,050 85 110

Yonge Street

Roslin Avenue, east of 950 70 70

Yonge Street

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Appendix 5

Comments Received from Other Government Agencies

In accordance with City Council policy respecting area traffic management plans, I contacted other government agencies in order to obtain their comments respecting this traffic management plan.

2.1City of Toronto Fire Department

Mr. Walter. J. Shanahan, Fire Chief, by letter dated February 26, 1992, advised as follows:

"The Toronto Fire Department has no objection to this plan as it consists mostly of "No Turn" signs which we would ignore when responding to an emergency.

The addition of more "Stop" signs can slow down our emergency responses as it means our vehicles must come to a complete stop before proceeding."

2.2 Metropolitan Toronto Ambulance Services Department

Mr. K. J. Kitchen, Assistant Director, Operations, by letter dated March 6, 1992, advised as follows:

"Further to your request of February 20, 1992, I have had my staff review the proposals and have found that we do not anticipate any impact to our daily operations at this time.

Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this proposed amendment."

2.3 Metropolitan Toronto Police Force

Inspector D. Hutt, Traffic Support Services, by letter dated March 6, 1992, advised as follows:

"A member of my staff has inspected the area covered in the proposal.

While the Force makes no objection to the plan, we would prefer the City to examine the plan more closely to determine the impact it will have on traffic patterns in the communities south of Lawrence Avenue East. It is believed that failure to address this issue as a whole will result in additional dissatisfaction in the Community.

Once the restrictions are in place and enforcement action is taken, no exemptions or understandings will be made for residents of the area. Please be further advised that signs such as "Local Traffic Only" are not enforceable and are considered advisory only. The addition of "Stop" signs to the area is unnecessary if the intention of the plans is to limit traffic flow and is contrary to the City's stated policy to eliminate unnecessary stops."

2.4 Toronto Transit Commission

Mr. G. Y. Chien, P.Eng., Manager - Operational Planning, by letter dated March 18, 1992, commented as follows:

"Thank you for your letter of February 20, 1992 requesting our comments on the subject proposal. We have reviewed the plans and offer the following comments for your consideration.

Although none of the proposed measures has an impact on the routing of any of our current services in the area, there could be substantial increases in delay to our buses resulting from additional traffic on Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue East.

The traffic control measures in the proposed traffic management plan would not only discourage through vehicles from using local streets but would also limit direct access from the neighbourhood to much of the local and arterial road network. These additional turning movements of local and through traffic at nearby major intersections could adversely affect our services presently using these intersections."

2.5City of North York

2.5.1Mr. Vince Murphy, Commissioner of Transportation, by letter dated April 14, 1992, advised as follows:

"Thank you for your letter dated March 20, 1992 soliciting comments regarding the above noted proposal.

Our review had indicated that while the proposed control plan is totally within the City of Toronto limits, it will have a great impact on roadways within North York which are not currently experiencing any transient traffic problems. Should this plan be implemented, re-routing of traffic would cause unreasonable infiltration.

Specifically, during the A.M. peak period, proposed southbound left turn restrictions on Yonge Street would sever reasonable access requirements to Doncliffe Drive, Forest Glen, Mildenhall Road, Braeside Crescent, Proctor Crescent and Rothmere Drive.

Proposed northbound left turn restrictions on Mount Pleasant Road, in the P.M. peak period would "trap" drivers on Mt. Pleasant Road and force a re-routing of traffic to Doncliffe Drive or Forest Glen to exit this area. At the east end of the traffic management plan area, these restrictions would also re-route transient traffic onto Mildenhall Road, north of Lawrence Avenue. Traffic would travel through North York streets to by-pass the proposed turn restrictions, or as a result of a lack of an alternative route to access or egress the area. These type of controls are therefore unreasonable, and in consultation with Councillor. J. Flint, are not considered acceptable to North York residents.

I would, therefore, request that the North York Transportation Department and Councillor J. Flint be included in the development of this Traffic Management Plan."

2.5.2Councillor Joanne Flint, City of North York Ward 8, by letter dated April 30, 1992, advised as follows:

"I am very concerned about the rerouting of traffic in the City of Toronto that will have serious repercussions for residents of Ward 8. I wish to be informed of the development of this traffic plan to date are to be included in any future meetings regarding the above and any other issues that you feel will impact my ward."

2.6 Metropolitan Toronto Transportation Department

Mr. Peter K. Hillier, Regional Traffic Manager, by letter dated June 11, 1992, advised as follows:

"The proposed morning and afternoon traffic plans, developed by the Traffic Committee of the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association in January 1992, have been analyzed with respect to their anticipated effect upon two Metropolitan Toronto roadways: Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue East. Generally speaking, these plans would have a severe negative impact on the Metropolitan roads and we do not support the majority of the proposed turn prohibitions on Metropolitan roads.

A.Proposed Morning Traffic Plan:

The predominant traffic flow in the morning peak period on Yonge Street in this area is southbound. If southbound left turns were prohibited on Yonge Street, there would be an accumulative increase in the southbound volume. The first intersection with traffic signals that would encounter this increase is Yonge Street and Fairlawn Avenue.

(i)Yonge @ Fairlawn:

The southbound approach is operating at capacity during the morning peak hour, and an additional 431 vehicles (22 percent of existing) would need to be serviced if the turn prohibitions are introduced as proposed.

Additional green time cannot be added to the Yonge Street phase because the side street green indication is the minimum length required to safely provide pedestrian crossing time across Yonge Street.

We calculate that the resultant delays and congestion caused by the additional traffic would be severe: the vehicular capacity of the intersection will be considerably lower than the volume of traffic being serviced by the intersection at the present time. If we attempt to operate the intersection in this "over capacity" condition, we anticipate an increase in accidents, vehicular delays, fuel consumption, and air pollution.

(ii)Yonge @ Ranleigh:

The proposed left turn prohibitions would result in an additional 64 southbound vehicles on Yonge Street between Fairlawn Avenue and Ranleigh Avenue, resulting in a cumulative increase of 495 vehicles in the morning peak hour. This represents a 22.5 percent increase over the existing southbound volume, and the existing traffic operation is already at capacity.

The same comments as were applied to the Yonge Street at Fairlawn Avenue intersection apply to this one. The anticipated detrimental effects of added traffic volumes are severe and unacceptable.

(iii)Yonge @ Lawrence:

The total additional southbound traffic flow on Yonge Street approaching Lawrence Avenue East would be approximately 559 vehicles in the morning peak hour, if the southbound left turn prohibitions were introduced as proposed. This is a 33 percent increase over the existing volume.

At the present time, there is some reserve capacity in the morning rush hour. However, the additional traffic volume will bring the operation of the intersection to capacity. Furthermore, if there is a high left turn demand added to the southbound approach (as a result of the left turn prohibitions "upstream") the left turn storage lane will be overburdened and the left turn queue will obstruct southbound through traffic.

(iv)Yonge @ Chatsworth:

The next traffic signal which will be encountered by southbound Yonge Street traffic south of Lawrence Avenue East is at Chatsworth Drive. Presently, this intersection is operating at capacity in the morning peak hour. Even if a conservative estimate of the southbound through movement from Yonge Street at Lawrence Avenue East is used in the impact analysis, the impact would be severe and the resultant increase in delays and congestion would cause a higher accident risk and higher fuel consumption and air pollution.

(v)Lawrence @ Mount Pleasant:

At the present time, the intersection of Lawrence Avenue East and Mount Pleasant Road is operating at capacity in the morning peak hour. If the proposed southbound left turn prohibitions were adopted on Yonge Street, the southbound Mount Pleasant Road traffic flow should be reduced significantly. However, because of the awkward intersection geometrics and the specialized signal phasing at this location, major improvements which could be gained because of the reduced southbound demand would be off-set by the anticipated increase in eastbound traffic flow originating from the displaced traffic on Yonge Street.

B.Proposed Afternoon Traffic Plan:

The major traffic demand in the afternoon peak period is northbound and the purpose of the proposed westbound right turn prohibitions on Lawrence Avenue East, east of Mount Pleasant Road, and northbound left turn prohibitions on Mount Pleasant Road, north of Lawrence Avenue East, is to divert through traffic onto other roadways. It is probable that some of the displaced traffic will find alternate routes through the residential neighbourhood immediately to the south of Lawrence Avenue East.

(vi)Lawrence @ Mount Pleasant:

Right turn prohibitions on Lawrence Avenue East to the east of Mount Pleasant Road could have the accumulative impact of adding 96 vehicles to the westbound approach of the Lawrence Avenue East and Mount Pleasant Road intersection in the afternoon peak hour. Assuming that 50 percent of this traffic is "local" in nature, and has a destination within the Teddington Park/Wanless Park area, then approximately 48 drivers will be turning right onto Mount Pleasant Road and approximately 48 will be driving straight through westbound. Even though the existing traffic flow at this intersection is operating close to capacity at this time of day, these additional volumes could be accommodated without severe impacts on the Metropolitan road system.

(vii)Yonge @ Lawrence:

At the present time, there are approximately 577 northbound drivers making left turns from Mount Pleasant Road onto streets within the Teddington Park/Wanless Park area, north of Lawrence Avenue East, in the afternoon peak hour. Assuming a low conservative estimate of only 50 percent of this volume being displaced onto Metropolitan roads (because the other 50 percent has a destination within the Teddington Park/Wanless Park area and will therefore find a route through the neighbourhood) approximately 290 through vehicles will wish to make a left turn onto Lawrence Avenue East at Mount Pleasant Road or will be displaced onto northbound Yonge Street approaching Lawrence Avenue East. These northbound left turns onto Lawrence Avenue East will eventually be added to the westbound Lawrence Avenue East traffic approaching Yonge Street. This is in addition to the approximately 48 vehicles displaced from westbound Lawrence Avenue East wishing to turn right, east of Mount Pleasant Road.

The Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue East intersection is presently operating at capacity in the afternoon peak hour, and the addition of approximately 350 vehicles would cause severe delay and congestion problems.

(viii)Yonge @ Ranleigh

In the afternoon peak hour, there is presently reserve capacity in the northbound direction on Yonge Street at Ranleigh Avenue. The potential additional northbound traffic could be accommodated.

(ix)Yonge @ Fairlawn

The northbound flow on Yonge Street at Fairlawn Avenue is presently over capacity during the afternoon peak hour. If the additional traffic from the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Traffic Plan were added, the impact on delays and congestion would be severe. Northbound left turn movements are permitted at this time and, if they were prohibited, the traffic flow would be improved but would still be over capacity.

C.Conclusions

The Metropolitan Toronto Transportation Department cannot support any of the proposed morning traffic plans for the Teddington Park/Wanless Park area because of the severe impacts to Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue East. Similarly, we cannot support the majority of the afternoon traffic plans because of severe impacts to the Metropolitan Roads and the potential adverse affects on the neighbouring residential area to the south. However, we are not opposed to afternoon peak period right turn prohibitions on Lawrence Avenue East for westbound traffic: at Wanless Crescent, at Ronan Avenue, and at Ardrossan Place. The relative impacts of these prohibitions are not severe and the Metropolitan road system should be able to absorb the displaced traffic without undue additional delays and congestion. The proposed control periods are from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, but, to be consistent with other existing turn controls in the area, the control periods should be 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Public Holidays."

2.7City of Toronto Planning and Development Department

Ms. Maggie Easton, P. Eng., Policy Planner - Transportation, in a telephone conversation of May 27, 1992 with a member of my staff advised that the Planning and Development Department does not have any objections to the implementation of this plan on a six month trial basis. However, she recommends that consideration be given to exempting cyclists from the proposed restrictions.

The drawings attached to the foregoing report from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment, Figures 1 - 8, are included in the attached material and are on file with the City Clerk.

The Committee also submits the report (January 24, 1992) from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment:

Origin: Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment (c39csc92099:17)

Recommendation: That I be directed to review the traffic management plan for the Teddington Park/Wanless Park Area submitted by the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association in consultation with its Traffic Committee and report to your Committee as soon as practicable.

Comments: I submit herewith copy of letter of transmittal dated January 20, 1992 from Mr. Mario Buszynski, Chairperson, Traffic Committee of the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association, for a traffic management plan of the above noted area.

This is consistent with City Council's policy adopted on July 14 and 18, 1986 as per Clause 24 in City Services Committee Report No. 11, contained in Executive Committee Report No. 25.

I will review the traffic management plan of the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association in consultation with its Traffic Committee and report to your Committee as soon as practicable on this plan.

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(Letter dated January 20, 1992 from Mr. Mario Buszynski, Chairperson, Traffic Committee, Wanless Park Ratepayers Association, addressed to Mr. Nick Vardin, Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment)

"By copy of this letter, the Traffic Committee of the Wanless Park Ratepayers Association is submitting a proposal to establish a rush hour traffic plan in the area bounded by Yonge Street on the west, Lawrence Ave. on south, and the City of Toronto Limits on the north and east.

Issue

The issue is the volume of transient rush hour traffic passing through the neighbourhood causing safety, noise and air pollution concerns. The gradual build-up of transient rush hour traffic culminated in over 100 letters being written to Councillor Walker in 1987 from residents in the area requesting introduction of rush hour traffic controls.

A letter from the Commissioner of Public Works to Councillor Walker dated November 13, 1987 detailed the results of traffic surveys in the Wanless Park Area. A licence plate trace survey to determine the routing of traffic in the Wanless Park area was completed for both the morning and afternoon rush hours. The results showed that in the morning rush hour, 47.7% of the vehicles entering the area from Mt. Pleasant exited at Lawrence Avenue East. In the afternoon rush hour 42% of the vehicles entering the area from Lawrence Avenue East exited at Mt. Pleasant Road.

A letter of April 3, 1991 to the Commissioner of Public Works for the City of Toronto from the Manager of Traffic Investigations for Metro Toronto states that approximately 1,000 vehicles could be diverted to the Yonge Street/Lawrence Avenue intersection in the morning rush hour if traffic controls (turning restrictions) were implemented on Yonge Street. This indicates the magnitude of the problem. Once the recession is over it is expected that this issue will magnify because of the additional volumes of traffic on the road.

History

The Traffic Committee was initially formed in 1987 and held a number of meetings. The development of a traffic plan was deferred during the Hearings to revert Mt. Pleasant to a City Street. Once this was accomplished and controls were developed for Mt. Pleasant, the Committee was re-activated and continued on with the work assigned to it.

Composition

The Committee is composed of between 16 and 22 members, representing streets in the neighbourhood. Many members dropped off the Committee during the deferment but an equal number of new members were added after the February 27, 1991 public meeting at the Bedford Park Public School during which a traffic plan was developed for Mt. Pleasant Road. The membership stayed dynamic and was increased after the public meetings to review our plans. Both supporters and objectors were incorporated to develop plans which would satisfy residents of the neighbourhood.

A City of Toronto traffic engineer was made available to assist the Committee in terms of what would be feasible from an engineering standpoint.

Public Involvement

Public open houses were held on June 11 and 26, 1991 and formal public meetings were held on June26 and November 26, 1991. Comments were received and suggestions were incorporated where feasible. All of this information has been appended.

The Plans

Maps showing the morning and afternoon rush hour traffic plans may be found on the following two pages. Mr. Benjamin of the City's Traffic Department is very familiar with the plans and can further interpret them for you.

The turning restrictions are self-explanatory. The no entry restrictions east of Yonge St. on Glenforest Rd. and Wanless Ave. are done to accommodate car repair businesses that receive a great deal of their business during the morning rush hours. The reason for allowing a left hand turn southbound from Yonge St. to Ranleigh Ave. is to accommodate the school parking and daycare centres on Ranleigh. The turn restrictions in the Wanless Park area are designed to reduce the traffic generated by the Toronto French School. It is also proposed to establish a traffic island in the Wanless Park area at the intersection of Wanless Avenue and Kappele Avenue. Numerous resident concerns about the safety of this intersection were received during the traffic study and we feel that a traffic island would alleviate these concerns.

As is evidenced by the analysis of public involvement, these plans have significant community support. This can be attested to by both the local and metro councillors who attended the November 26, 1991 public meeting.

We appreciate your assistance in this matter and look forward to your review. If we can be of assistance please do not hesitate to call.

The Committee also had before it the following material which is included in the additional material and on file with the City Clerk:

-(January 17, 1992, February 3, 1992 and October 28, 1992) from Scott Stevens

-(October 5, 1992) from Mario Buszynski, President, Wanless Park Ratepayers' Association

-(November 14, 1992) from H. M. Pedlar

-(November 19, 1992) from Jim and Daphne Doak

-(November 23, 1992) from Eric and Margaret Taylor

-(December 2, 1992) from Rod Borstmayer

-(December 5, 1992) from Robert Hall

-Summary of a residents' public meeting on December 2, 1992

-Drawing No. 421F-2809 dated November 1992

Comments submitted at a Public Open House on December 2, 1992, are on file with the City Clerk.

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The Toronto Community Council reports for the information of Council, having also had before it during consideration of the foregoing matter, the following communication (May 1, 1998) from Councillor Michael Walker, North Toronto, and a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk.

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Variance from Chapter 297, Signs,

of the City of Toronto Municipal Code -

1669 Queen Street East (East Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (April22,1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services:

Purpose:

To permit an extension of conditions applied to previously approved variances for two illuminated fascia signs and two illuminated ground signs.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

It is recommended that:

(1)City Council approve Application No.998035 respecting minor variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit an extension of conditions applied to previously approved variances for two illuminated fascia signs and two illuminated ground signs on condition that:

(a)the signs be permitted for a further period of 12 months from the date of City Council approval; and

(b)the signs be illuminated only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. and that this be achieved by means of an automatic device.

(2)The applicant be advised, upon approval of Application No. 998035, of the requirement to obtain the necessary permits from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

Comments:

At its meeting dated April 14, 1997, the former City of Toronto Council gave approval to a minor variance application to permit nine illuminated ground signs and two illuminated fascia signs for a temporary period of 12 months in order to market future residential properties which have been approved for this site. The applicant has recently advised me that the signs are required for an additional 12 months because of the phased nature of the development.

I am recommending approval of this application to permit the extension of conditions of previously approved variances, as I find the variances requested remain minor and within the general intent and purpose of the sign provisions of the Municipal Code.

Contact Name:

Lora Mazzocca

Telephone: (416) 392-0421

Fax: (416) 392-7536

E-Mail: lmazzocc@city.toronto.on.ca

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Ontario Municipal Board Appeal -

2278 Queen Street East (East Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)the City Solicitor and the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be instructed to attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in defence of the Committee of Adjustment decision respecting 2278 Queen Street East; and

(2)that the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services meet with local residents and the owner to attempt to resolve this matter.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 17, 1998) from Councillor Jakobek:

The Committee of Adjustments decision to refuse the application at the above-noted address, has been appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board.

I would kindly request that the Toronto Community Council request that the Legal Department, as well as a representative of the Urban Development Services appear to the O.M.B. to defend our position on this matter.

Thank you for your co-operation in this matter.

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The Toronto Community Council reports for the information of Council, having also had before it during consideration of the foregoing matter, the following communications, copies of which are on file in the office of the City Clerk:

-Decision of Committee of Adjustment - March 11, 1998;

-(March 9, 1998) from Director, Development Approval and Deputy, C.B.O.;

-(May 5, 1998) from Ms. Karen Perego;

-(May 4, 1998) from Ms. Kathy Zettel;

-(May 4, 1998) from Ms. Lisa Truszinski;

-(May 5, 1998) Ms. from Karen Perego;

-(May 6, 1998) from Mr. Julian Heller; and

-(Undated) from Mr. Robin J. Stockwell.

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1340 St. Clair Avenue West -

Boyz & Galz Inc. (Davenport)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that a temporary permit for a boulevard cafe be approved until such time as the poll results can be considered in July by City Council, subject to the patio being closed and cleared by 11:00 p.m., Sunday to Thursday, and midnight, Friday and Saturday.

The Toronto Community Council submits the communication (May 7, 1998) from Councillor Disero:

At the last meeting of the Toronto Community Council, we requested a poll and results back at our June 24th meeting.

The owners have called many times because June 24th would go to Council in July, which means they would miss the World Cup sessions.

I would move that Council approve a Temporary permit until such time as the poll results can be considered in July by City Council.

At little unorthodox, however, it may also allow some extra control so that the owners meet all the conditions during the World Cup.

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Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -

African Medical and Research Foundation (Canada) (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the fundraising event to benefit the African Medical and Research Foundation (Canada) to be held in the St. Lawrence Market North and in the adjacent parkette to the west of the market, on May 28, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the communication (March 31, 1998) from Ms. Elizabeth Dove, Assistant Director, African Medical and Research Foundation:

I am writing to inform you of a fundraising event being held on Thursday, May 28th, 1998 to benefit the African Medical and Research Foundation (Canada). The event is to take place in the St. Lawrence Market North and in the adjacent parkette to the west of the market. An enclosed tent will occupy the parkette area. Attendees will enter through the tent which will provide direct, enclosed access for attendees to enter the St. Lawrence Market North. There will be public access of at least 10 feet wide between the west side of the tent and the next building so that the public can walk across the park. Please see attached map.

We are working with the Department of Parks and Recreation to ensure that their requirements are met. We are also applying for a Special Occasion Liquor Permit.

If you have any questions about this event, please do not hesitate to call me at (416) 601-6981.

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Layout for AMREF Fundraising Event

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Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -

Wedding Reception - Historic Fort York (Trinity-Niagara)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare that it is aware of the wedding reception to be held at Historic Fort York on June 13, 1998, and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the communication (April 20, 1998) from Mr.Joseph F. Gill:

For purposes of obtaining our liquor licence, we are writing to advise you of the above event. The event will be held between 4:00 p.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, 1998 pursuant to a rental agreement with Heritage Toronto.

If you have any questions please contact the writer at 864-1300.

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Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -

Taste of the Danforth Community Festival (Don River)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the Taste of the Danforth Event to be held at various locations on Danforth Avenue from August 7-9, 1998 inclusive, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council also submits the following communication (April 29, 1998) from Councillor McConnell:

Please have the attached request for a motion to recognize the "Taste of the Danforth" as a community festival added to the next Community Council meeting.

Thank you.

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Communication (April 22, 1998) from Sue Graham-Nutter, Greektown On the Danforth Business Improvement Association, addressed to Councillor Pam McConnell.

Each year for the Taste of the Danforth we require a letter from the City of Toronto which recognizes that the Taste of the Danforth - being held August 7-9, 1998 - as an "event of municipal significance and is a recognized Community Festival".

This motion is required to process our Special Occasion Permit from the LLBO.

Ideally we would like to receive this motion as soon as possible to submit our LLBO Permit request with ample time for processing.

Please call my office with any questions at 698-9053.

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Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -

Toronto Fiesta - Earlscourt Park (Davenport)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the Toronto Fiesta taking place at Earlscourt Park on July 11 and 12, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (undated) from Mr.Lido Chilelli, Toronto Fiesta:

On behalf of the Toronto Fiesta, in accordance with the Liquor License Board of Ontario, I am writing to notify you of the scope, nature and control measures during the Toronto Fiesta.

We are requesting permission to operate a Special Occasion Permit for Earlscourt Park in Toronto during July 11 and 12, 1998, between 12 - 9 p.m.

The attached map shows the location of the enclosed Beer garden and layout.

Through the cooperation of the City of Toronto Parks Department, Snow Fencing (5 ft. in height) will be used to define and enclose Beer garden area.

It is speculated that the event will have attendance of about 2,000 people use of the Beer garden throughout the weekend. Security and control will be maintained in accordance with LLBO Act through the cooperation of a Bonded Security Company, event organizers, City officials, Colombo Lions Club and the Toronto Police Service.

Copies of this letter have been sent to the Toronto Police Service, 13 Division, The Department of Health, Councillor Betty Disero, and the Toronto Fire Department. If further information is required, please contact me at (416) 698-2152.

Thank you for your support.

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Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -

The Black and White Polo Ball -

Docks Restaurant/Night Club (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that:

(1)Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare that it is aware of the Black and White Polo Ball taking place at The Docks Restaurant/Night Club on June 11, 1998, and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place; and

(2)the applicant and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that this endorsement applies solely to the extension of the liquor licence and that all other restrictions, including noise on the patio, remain in force.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 27, 1998) from Ms. Wendy Elliott, Polo Ball Coordinator, Black and White Polo Ball:

Please accept the following letter as a request for The Black & White Polo Ball to be recognized as a municipally significant event for the purposes of licensing.

The 1998 Black & White Polo Ball is a gala fundraiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario and will be held on June 11 at the Docks Restaurant/Night club. The event will run from 8pm. to 2 am.

This year we will be selling between 2300-2500 tickets and hope to raise more than $150,000 in support of heart and stroke research and health promotion. It is a much anticipated event in the Toronto community and also remains an important vehicle to entertain our international visitors playing in our Polo for Heart tournament.

For your reference, attached are samples of correspondence from last year when we applied for the same status with the North York city clerk.

If you have any further questions regarding this event, please call me at 416-506-8887. Otherwise, I will be in touch in the near future to discuss this request.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

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Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -

Pan Afrika Centre - Earlscourt Park (Davenport)

(City Council, on May 13 and 14, 1998, amended this Clause by adding at the end of Recommendation No. (2) of the Toronto Community Council the words "in writing", so that such recommendation shall now read as follows:

"(2)any permissions granted be conditional on full approval from the Toronto Police 13Division on the security of the event, in writing.")

The Toronto Community Council recommends that

(1)Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the soccer tournament being hosted by the Pan-Afrika-Center taking place at Earlscourt Park on June 30, and July 1, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place; and

(2)any permissions granted be conditional on full approval from the Toronto Police 13 Division on the security of the event.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 30, 1998) from Mandaku Jose Kilundu, Executive Director, Pan-Afrika Centre:

Pan-Afrika-center's mandate is to establish and maintain communication between its members and the community, as well as to promote social, cultural and community development. We are hosting a Soccer tournament in Toronto on Tuesday June 30, 1998 at 9:00 am to 11:00 pm at Earls Court Park and Wednesday, July 1st, 1998 at 9:00 am to 11:00 pm.

We have applied for a liquor permit for the festivities which will happening throughout the tournament. For security, we request the presence of two police officers.

If you need more information please contact me at (416) 588-2006. Thank you very much for your consideration.

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Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -

577 College Street (Trinity-Niagara)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare that it is aware of the art opening event taking place at 577 College Street on May 13, 1998 and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 27, 1998) from Mr. Bill Wrigley:

This letter is to inform you that I will be holding an outdoor liquor event at an art opening and have applied for a Special Event Permit for the occasion. The event is to take place on May 13, 1998 from 6 pm - 12 am at 577 College St. and will be attended by invited guests for the purpose of displaying and selling artwork. The outdoor area measures approximately 20' x 40' and is bounded by a fence or wall at least 42" high as required. A tent or canopy may also be used to cover a portion of the outdoor area in the event of rain.

I may be reached at (416) 879-4569 if you require any further information.

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Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes - Festival on

Bloor Street from Spadina Avenue to Bathurst Street (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the Festival on Bloor taking place at various locations on Bloor Street from Spadina Avenue to Bathurst Street on July 5, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 30, 1998) from Ms. Katherine McCarron, Coordinator, Bloor Bathurst Madison Business Improvement Area:

We are holding our third Festival on Bloor on Sunday, 5 July 1998.

Will you please put a request on the agenda of the next Community Council meeting that we have requested blanket permission for licensed restaurants on Bloor from Spadina to Bathurst be allowed to serve alcohol on the sidewalks in front of their premises from noon until 9 p.m. that day.

Thank you for your attention to this.

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Crossing Guard at Woodfield Road and

Gerrard Street East (East Toronto)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council request Toronto Police Services to install a crossing guard at the intersection of Woodfield Road and Gerrard Street East.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (April 30, 1998) from Councillor Jakobek:

I am writing in regards to the attached correspondence from David Moll, dated April 17, 1998, with reference to the above-noted issue.

I am asking for the Council's approval.

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Communication (April 17, 1998) from Trustee David Moll, Ward 17, Toronto District School Board, addressed to Councillor Tom Jakobek.

I have had concerns regarding the children crossing at the intersection of Woodfield Road and Gerrard Street East. I am aware of a number of near accidents at this location.

I would appreciate your assistance and support in attempting to get a crossing guard for the above location.

If there is anything I can do to assist you, please do not hesitate to call.

Thank you very much for your attention.

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Endorsement of Event for Liquor Licence Purposes -

Parkdale Then and Now Festival (High Park)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends that Council, for liquor licensing purposes, declare the Parkdale Then and Now Festival on June 6, 1998, to be an event of municipal significance and indicate that it has no objection to it taking place.

The Toronto Community Council submits the following communication (May 4, 1998) from Councillor Korwin-Kuczynski:

On Saturday, June 6, 1998, the Parkdale Villagers will be hosting their fourth annual 'Parkdale Then and Now Festival'. As in the past, the LLBO requires City approval prior to issuing a special occasion permit.

I would appreciate the Toronto Community Council recommending to City Council that the Parkdale Then and Now Festival be designated as a special community event.

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Settlement Report - Ontario Municipal Board Appeal -

446 King Street West (Downtown)

(City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, adopted this Clause, without amendment.)

The Toronto Community Council recommends adoption of the confidential report (April21,1998) from the Toronto Community Council Solicitor respecting 446 King Street West (Downtown), which was forwarded to Members of Council under separate cover.

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Other Items Considered by the Community Council

(City Council, on May 13 and 14, 1998, received this Clause as information, subject to striking out the following Recommendation No. (2) of the Toronto Community Council embodied in Item (t), entitled "BillC-9, The Canada Marine Act", notwithstanding subsection 128(5) of the Council Procedural By-law, having regard that such recommendation was considered with Clause No. 3 of Report No.6 of The Urban Environment and Development Committee, headed "The Toronto Harbour Commissioners: Bill C-9 - The Canada Marine Act - Planning and Related Issues":

"(2)recommended to the Urban Environment and Development Committee that:

(a)the Councillors representing the proposed Port Authority Lands (Downtown and Don River) be requested to develop and bring forward proposals for the creation of a Port Authority Advisory Committee which would meet regularly with the new members of the Port Authority created pursuant to the new Marine Act;

(b)the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be authorized to assist the Councillors in developing this proposal;

(c)the Toronto Harbour Commissioners be requested to meet with the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services and interested Councillors concerning the development of the 'Letters Patent' of the new Port Authority and requested that the views of the City staff and Councillors be incorporated into the proposed 'Letters Patent'; and

(d)any discussions involving City officials or Councillors regarding land transfers between TEDCO, the City, the Harbour Commissioners be held only after the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services and the TEDCO Board have reported to the Toronto Community Council on the implications of any land transfers which might be contemplated.")

(a)Appeal of Denial of Application for Boulevard Cafe - Marjory Street Flankage of 1021 Gerrard Street East (Don River).

The Toronto Community Council reports having deferred consideration of the following report until its meeting to be held on May 27, 1998:

(February 19, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services respecting Appeal of Denial of Application for Boulevard Cafe - Marjory Street Flankage Of 1021 Gerrard Street East (Don River), and recommending that:

(1)City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the Marjory Street flankage of 1021 Gerrard Street East, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks;

OR

(2)City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the Marjory Street flankage of 1021Gerrard Street East.

(b)Appeal of Denial of Application for a Boulevard Cafe - De Lisle Avenue Flankage of 1510 Yonge Street (Midtown).

The Toronto Community Council reports having taken the following action:

(1)deferred consideration of this matter; and

(2)directed the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, notwithstanding the By-law of the former City of Toronto governing polls, to conduct a further poll on this application, subject to the owner paying the costs incurred in conducting the poll:

(i)(March 10, 1998) Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services respecting Appeal of Denial of Application for a Boulevard Cafe - De Lisle Avenue Flankage of 1510 Yonge Street (Midtown), and recommending that:

(1)City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the De Lisle Avenue flankage of 1510 Yonge Street, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter313, Streets and Sidewalks;

or

(2)City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the De Lisle Avenue flankage of 1510 Yonge Street;

(ii)(March 27, 1998) from Miss Rosemary Dymond;

(iii)(April 27, 1998) from Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services; and

(iv)(April 27, 1998) from Mr. Brian J. Kearney, Chairperson, The Deer Park Cresc./Delisle Ave. Residents' Traffic Group

Mr. Craig Findlay, on behalf of the Applicant, appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(c)Appeal of Denial of Application for Commercial Boulevard Parking - Gladstone Avenue Flankage of 1137 Dupont Street (Davenport).

The Toronto Community Council reports having deferred consideration of the following report until its meeting to be held on May 27, 1998:

(April 22, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services respecting Appeal of Denial of Application for Commercial Boulevard Parking - Gladstone Avenue Flankage of 1137 Dupont Street (Davenport), and recommending that:

(1)City Council approve the application for commercial boulevard parking on the Gladstone Avenue flankage of 1137 Dupont Street, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-39 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks;

OR

(2)City Council deny the application for commercial boulevard parking on the Gladstone Avenue flankage of 1137 Dupont Street.

The following persons appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Mr. John Lu, Downtown Dupont Electronics

-Ms. Christine Vrban, Toronto, Ontario

(d)Appeal of Denial of Application for Commercial Boulevard Parking - Massey Street Flankage of 937 Queen Street West (Trinity-Niagara).

The Toronto Community Council reports having deferred consideration of the following until its meeting to be held on June 24, 1998:

(i)(April 22, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services respecting Appeal Of Denial Of Application For Commercial Boulevard Parking - Massey Street Flankage Of 937 Queen Street West (Trinity-Niagara), and recommending that:

(1)City Council approve the application for commercial boulevard parking on the Massey Street flankage of 937 Queen Street West, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, and that such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-42 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks;

OR

(2)City Council deny the application for commercial boulevard parking privileges on the Massey Street flankage of 937 Queen Street West.

(ii)(May 1, 1998) from Michaelle McLean;

(iii)(May 6, 1998) from Mr. Robert Whalen;

(iv)(May 3, 1998) from Ms. Annette Borger and Mr. Ken Dishman; and

(v)(May 4, 1998) from Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Loeppky.

Mr. J.A. Martins, Rema Furniture, appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(e)Refusal of an Application for Boulevard Marketing - 1441 Dundas Street West (Trinity-Niagara).

The Toronto Community Council reports having received the following reports:

(i)(April 22, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services respecting Refusal of an Application for Boulevard Marketing - 1441 Dundas Street West (Trinity-Niagara), and recommending that this report be received for information; and

(ii)(March 18, 1998) from Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services.

(f)Temporary Standing Prohibition on Dundas Street West, in Front of The Art Gallery of Ontario (Downtown).

The Toronto Community Council reports having advised City Council that it has endorsed the action of the Urban Environment and Development Committee, in its recommendation to City Council that the report (March 30, 1998) from the Interim Lead, Transportation, respecting Temporary Standing Prohibition on Dundas Street West, in Front of the Art Gallery of Ontario be adopted:

(April 22, 1998) from the City Clerk forwarding the report (March 30, 1998) from Interim Functional Lead, Transportation respecting Temporary Standing Prohibition on Dundas Street West, in front of the Art Gallery of Ontario (Downtown), and advising of the actions of the Urban Environment and Development Committee on April 20, 1998, and requesting that the Community Council forward any comments with respect thereto directly to Council for consideration with this matter at its meeting scheduled to be held on May 13, 1998.

(g)Boulevard Cafe Application: Access To Addresses.

The Toronto Community Council reports having received the following report for information:

(April 22, 1998) from City Solicitor respecting Boulevard Cafe Application: Access to Addresses, and recommending that this report be received for information.

(h)Request for Area Parking Study - Hillcrest and Wychwood Park Neighbourhood (Midtown).

The Toronto Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to report to the Toronto Community Council, for its meeting to be held on June 24, 1998 on the parameters for the requested area parking study for the Hillcrest and Wychwood Park Neighbourhood:

(April 5, 1998) Councillor John Adams, addressed to Director, Infrastructure, Planning & Transportation respecting Request for Area Parking Study - Hillcrest and Wychwood Park Neighbourhood (Midtown).

(i)Cross Walk at Coxwell Avenue (East Toronto).

The Toronto Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to report on the cross walk at Coxwell Avenue (East Toronto) at its meeting to be held on May 27 and 28, 1998:

(April 15, 1998) from Councillor Jakobek respecting Cross Walk at Coxwell Avenue (East Toronto)

(j)510 Spadina: Roadway Changes to Improve Safety (Downtown).

The Toronto Community Council reports having deferred consideration of the following reports and requesting the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to report on the process to the meeting of the Toronto Community Council to be held on May 27 and 28, 1998:

(April 9, 1998) from the General Secretary, Toronto Transit Commission, forwarding recommendations from its meeting of April 8, 1998 to Toronto Community Council for information.

(k)Roles and Responsibilities of The Community Councils - A Discussion Paper (March 1998).

The Toronto Community Council reports having taken the following action:

(1)recommended to the Special Committee to Review the Final Report of the Transition Team that the City's delegates to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) national convention, particularly the FCM Board Members from the City of Toronto, urge the FCM to develop a comprehensive position and strategy to accomplish a constitutional amendment which will provide for municipalities to be autonomous orders of government within Canada's governance structure;

(2)urged the Special Committee to insist on the broadest possible interpretation of the powers which may be actually or essentially delegated to Community Councils and to be as creative as possible to provide for achieving these objectives. For example the following tools should be developed: a framework for a community council budget; a by-law delegating significant planning approvals to the Community Council;

(3) adopted the following motion from Councillor McConnell:

"WHEREAS the report of the Working Group on Citizen Participation called for the delegation of by-law powers, limited budgetary authority, staff direction and service management to the Community Councils; and

WHEREAS the Toronto Community Council has already endorsed the report of the Working Group; and

WHEREAS the Special Committee to Review the Final Report of the Transition Team will quickly be developing final, concrete proposals regarding the powers of Community Councils;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Toronto Community Council strongly encourage the Special Committee, and through it, City Council, to actively pursue the power to delegate by-law making authority to Community Councils, and;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Toronto Community Council strongly urge the Special Committee, and through it, City Council, to reduce the burden of issues at Council by fully delegating matters that are clearly local in scope to the Community Councils;

(4)recommended to the Special Committee that staff be requested to assist the Working Group on Community Consultation in drawing up a list of specific responsibilities (including specific by-law making powers and specific budgetary powers) which would be delegated to Community Councils, in keeping with the proposal from the Working Group endorsed by Toronto Community Council, and that this list be forwarded to the Special Committee as a model for the delegation of powers; and

(5)received the report titled, "Roles and Responsibilities of the Community Councils - A Discussion Paper (March 1998)" and thanked the members and Chair of the Special Committee for their efforts in this regard.

The above motions were carried unanimously as follows:

Councillors Rae, Adams, Bossons, Bussin, Chow, Disero, Johnston, Layton, McConnell, Miller, Pantalone, Silva and Walker.

i)(April 24, 1998) from Mr. Robert Sheridan, The Greater Yorkville Residents' Association;

ii)(April 15, 1998) from Councillor McConnell, obo the Working Group on Citizen Participation;

iii)(April 21, 1998) from Mr. Walter Ross, addressed to Councillor Adams;

iv)(May 6, 1998) from Ms. Katherine H. Packer, President, Deer Park Ratepayers' Group Inc.;

v)(May 6, 1998) from Mr. Bill Roberts, Director, Swansea Area Ratepayers Association;

vi)(April 30, 19980 from Ms. Rita Luty;

vii)(October 6, 1997) from Mr. Brian Maguire, The Municipal Coalition; and

viii)(April 9, 1998) from Ms. Valerie Siren Schatzker, President, The South Rosedale Ratepayers' Association.

The following persons appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Ms. Rita Luty, Toronto, Ontario;

-Mr. William Roberts, Toronto, Ontario;

-Mr. David Vallance, Chair, CORRA;

-Mr. Dave Roberts, on behalf of ABC Residents' Association;

-Mr. Richard Jessop, Avenue Road/Eglinton Avenue Community Association;

-Mr. Brian Maguire, North Hill District Homeowner's Association;

-Mr. John McGinnis, Deer Park Ratepayer's Group;

-Mr. Dennis Choptiany, Toronto, Ontario;

-Mr. Harold Pidduck, South Eglinton Ratepayer's and Resident's Association;

-Mr. George Carere, Sherwood Park Resident's Association;

-Mr. Alson Fisher, Rathnelly Area Resident's Association;

-Mr. Bruce Budd, on behalf of East End Citizens For Democracy;

-Ms. Diane Dyer, Toronto, Ontario; and

-Mr. Jim Houston, Toronto, Ontario.

(l)Final Report - 2079-2111 Yonge Street, 5, 9, 11 and 21 Hillsdale Avenue East, and 12, 14 and 16 Manor Road East - Application 196015 for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments and Site Plan Approval to Permit a 6-storey Mixed Use Building, Six 3-Storey Townhouse Units (North Toronto).

The Toronto Community Council reports having:

(1)adopted the following report:

(2)requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services to:

(a)report to the Toronto Community Council on ways of maintaining access and egress only to Yonge Street, even if a laneway is approved;

(b)report further to the Toronto Community Council on:

(i)concerns respecting the ramp; and the possibility of covering the ramp;

(ii)landscaping for the project; and

(iii)height of the townhouses;

(3)requested the applicant to submit to the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services shadow studies for the town houses; and

(4)requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, the applicant and area residents to meet with Councillor Johnston to address concerns:

Councillor Walker declared an interest in the foregoing matter in that he resides within 120 metres of the subject property.

Action No. 1 of the Toronto Community Council was carried on the following division of votes:

Yeas-Councillors Rae, Bussin, Chow, Disero, Fotinos, Jakobek, Korwin-Kuczynski, Layton, McConnell, Miller, Pantalone and Silva - 12

Nays-Councillors Adams, Bossons and Johnston

(i)(April 20, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services: Final Report - 2079-2111 Yonge Street, 5, 9, 11 and 21 Hillsdale Avenue East, and 12, 14 and 16 Manor Road East - Application 196015 for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments and Site Plan Approval to Permit a 6-storey Mixed Use Building and Six 3-storey Townhouse Units (North Toronto); and recommending:

(1)That the City Solicitor be requested to submit a draft by-law, in consultation with the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, to amend the Official Plan substantially as follows:

add to Section 18 a new subsection as set out below:

"Lands known as 2079-2111 Yonge Street, 5,9,11 and 21 Hillsdale Avenue East, and 12, 14 and 16 Manor Road East

See Map 18.-- at the end of this Section.

Notwithstanding any of the provisions of this Plan, City Council may pass by-laws applicable to the lands indicated on Map 18.-- to permit:

(i)a building containing residential and non-residential uses provided the residential gross floor area does not exceed 10,005 square metres, the total number of dwelling units does not exceed 123, the non residential gross floor area does not exceed 1,432 square metres, and the total gross floor area does not exceed 11,437 square metres; and

(ii)a maximum of 6 townhouse units, none of which is to exceed a maximum residential gross floor area of 247.35 square metres."

(2)That the City Solicitor be requested to submit a draft by-law, in consultation with the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, to amend the City's Zoning By-law 438-86, as amended, as it affects the lands known municipally as 2079-2111 Yonge Street, 5,9,11 and 21 Hillsdale Avenue East, and 12, 14 and 16 Manor Road East, shown on Map 1 attached to this report, so as to:

a)permit a mixed use building on the site provided that:

(i)it does not contain more than 123 dwelling units;

(ii)it does not exceed a residential gross floor area of 10,005 square metres;

(iii)it does not exceed a non-residential gross floor area of 1,432 square metres;

(iv)it does not exceed a total gross floor area of 11,437 square metres;

(v)it is contained within the building envelope "A" shown on Map 1; and

(vi)does not exceed 20.55 metres in height.

b)permit 6 townhouse units provided that:

(i)each townhouse unit does not exceed a maximum residential gross floor area of 247.35 square metres;

(ii)they are contained within the building envelopes "B" and "C" shown on Map 1; and

(iii)they do not exceed 10.0 metres in height.

c)provide a minimum of 84 parking spaces on the lot, of which at least 74 spaces shall be reserved for the exclusive use of residents and 10 spaces shall be reserved for residential visitors and retail parking;

d)provide a minimum of 65 bicycle parking spaces on the lot, including 13 spaces for visitors;

e)provide that no non-residential uses shall gain entrance from Hillsdale Avenue or Manor Road; and

f)exempt the site from the appropriate provisions of Zoning By-law 438-86 as amended, identified by the Chief Building Official in her letter dated March 26, 1998 and forming part of Appendix B to this report.

(3)That the owner enter into an undertaking under Section 41 of the Planning Act prior to the introduction of a Bill in Council.

(4)That the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services report on the implications of the pending changes to the Rental Housing Protection Act, 1989, for this application, no later than the statutory public meeting of your Committee to consider the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments referred to in Recommendations 1 and 2 above.

(ii)(April 29, 1998) from Mr. Paul Hayden and Mr. Michael Hall;

(iii)(May 5, 1998) from Mr. Richard Worzel;

(iv)(May 6, 1998) from Mr. Michael Freel, Chairman, Building and Development Committee, South Eglinton Ratepayers and Residents Association;

(v)(May 5, 1998) from Ms. Patricia Welsh and Mr. John Reid;

(vi)(May 6, 1998) from Mr. Julian Heller, Julian Heller and Associates;

(vii)(Undated) from Mr. Stephen Diamond forwarding Landscape Concept Plan;

(viii)(May 2, 1998) from Paul Hayden forwarding petition signed by 158 persons in opposition.

The following persons appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Mr. Stephen Diamond, McCarthy Tetrault, obo the Applicant;

-Mr. Michael Freel, South Eglinton Residents and Ratepayers Association;

-Mr. M. Rainer, Toronto, Ontario;

-Mr. Paul Hayden, Toronto, Ontario;

-Ms. Colleen Mitchell, Toronto, Ontario;

-Mr. Julian Heller, Julian Heller & Associates; and

-Mr. Doug Plaxton.

(m)Preliminary Report on Rezoning Application 198004 to Permit a Non-Residential Building at 46 Noble Street to be used for 18 Live/Work Units (High Park).

The Toronto Community Council reports having amended the following preliminary report by striking out the words, "Roncesvalles/Macdonell Residents Association", and replacing them with, "Parkdale Village Ratepayers Association", and having adopted the report, as amended:

(April 17, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services on Rezoning Application 198004 to Permit a Non-residential Building at 46 Noble Street to be used for 18 Live/work Units (High Park); and recommending that:

(1)I be requested to hold a public meeting in the area to discuss the application and to notify the tenants and owners within 120 metres of the site and the Parkdale Village B.I.A. and the Roncesvalles/Macdonell Residents Association;

(2)The owner be advised that, prior to final Council approval of this project, the owner may be required to submit a Noise Impact Statement. The owner will be further advised of these requirements, as they relate to this project, by the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services.

(3)The owner immediately conduct a detailed historical review of the site to identify all existing and past land uses which could have resulted in negative environmental effects to the site. This report should be submitted to the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services for approval by the Medical Officer of Health, prior to the introduction of a bill in Council.

(n)Preliminary Report on Zoning By-law Amendment Application No. 195015 and Plan of Subdivision Application No. 55T - 95002 to Permit 315 Houses on the Former Maple Leaf Foods Site on the North Side of St. Clair Avenue West, Municipally Known as 2078, 2300 St. Clair Avenue West and 66 Symes Road (Davenport).

The Toronto Community Council reports having adopted the following preliminary report:

(April 16, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services on Zoning By-law Amendment Application No. 195015 and Plan of Subdivision Application No.55T - 95002 to Permit 315 Houses on the Former Maple Leaf Foods Site on the North Side of St. Clair Avenue West, Municipally Known as 2078, 2300 St. Clair Avenue West and 66 Symes Road (Davenport), and recommending that I be requested to hold a public meeting in the community to discuss the applications and to notify owners and tenants within 120 metres of the site and the Ward Councillors.

(o)Preliminary Report: 454-468 Yonge Street - Application No. 197032 for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments and Site Plan Approval for a 9-storey Residential Addition to an Existing 2-storey Commercial Building to Contain 88 Dwelling Units (Downtown).

The Toronto Community Council reports having adopted the following preliminary report:

(April 20, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, respecting 454-468 Yonge Street - Application No. 197032 for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments and Site Plan Approval for a 9-storey Residential Addition to an Existing 2-storey Commercial Building to Contain 88 Dwelling Units (Downtown), and recommending:

(1)That I be requested to hold a public meeting in the community to discuss the application, and to notify owners and tenants within 300 metres of the site and the Ward Councillors.

(2)That the owner be requested to address the issues outlined in this report

(3)That the owner be advised that, prior to the final Council approval, an owner may be required to submit a Noise Impact Statement and a Material Recovery and Waste Reduction Plan in accordance with City Council requirements. The owner will be further advised of these requirements, as they relate to this project by the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services

(p)Railway Lands Central and West - Environmental Task Force (Downtown).

The Toronto Community Council reports having deferred consideration of the following report until its meeting to be held on May 27, 1998:

(April 23, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services Respecting Railway Lands Central And West - Environmental Task Force (Downtown); and recommending that this report be received for information.

(q)35 Alvin Avenue - Ontario Municipal Board Decision (Midtown).

The Toronto Community Council reports having received the following report:

(March 27, 1998) from the Toronto Community Council Solicitor respecting 35 Alvin Avenue - Ontario Municipal Board Decision (Midtown); and recommending that this report be received.

(r)Bayview Avenue from Balliol Street to Soudan Avenue/Parkhurst Boulevard: Request to Permit Parking in the Off-peak Direction During the Morning and Afternoon Peak Periods (North Toronto).

The Toronto Community Council reports having recommended to the Urban Environment and Development Committee that City Council approve parking on Bayview Avenue between Balliol Street and Soudan Avenue during the morning and afternoon peak periods in the off-peak direction:

(April 21, 1998) from the City Clerk respecting Bayview Avenue from Balliol Street to Soudan Avenue/Parkhurst Boulevard: Request to Permit Parking in the Off-peak Direction During the Morning and Afternoon Peak Periods, and forwarding the Urban Environment and Development Committee's action of April 20, 1998 with the request for the Toronto Community Council's input and report back.

(s)1998 Membership in Ontario Traffic Conference.

The Toronto Community Council reports having requested members of the Toronto Community Council who are interested in attending the Ontario Traffic Conference to notify the City Clerk.

(April 21, 1998) from the City Clerk respecting 1998 Membership in Ontario Traffic Conference; and requesting that each Community Council select up to two representatives for the Ontario Traffic Conference and that the selections be reported to the Administrative Assistant of the Ontario Traffic Conference.

(t)Bill C-9, The Canada Marine Act.

The Toronto Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services to immediately submit a full report on the Senate Hearings and the decisions of the Senate, including Hansard from the Senate Hearings and any submissions made concerning the Port of Toronto to the Urban Environment and Development Committee;

(2)recommended to the Urban Environment and Development Committee that:

(a)the Councillors representing the proposed Port Authority Lands (Downtown and Don River) be requested to develop and bring forward proposals for the creation of a Port Authority Advisory Committee which would meet regularly with the new members of the Port Authority created pursuant to the new Marine Act;

(b)the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be authorized to assist the Councillors in developing this proposal;

(c)the Toronto Harbour Commissioners be requested to meet with the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services and interested Councillors concerning the development of the "Letters Patent" of the new Port Authority and requested that the views of the City staff and Councillors be incorporated into the proposed "Letters Patent"; and

(d)any discussions involving City officials or Councillors regarding land transfers between TEDCO, the City, the Harbour Commissioners be held only after the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services and the TEDCO Board have reported to the Toronto Community Council on the implications of any land transfers which might be contemplated:

(April 21, 1998) from the City Clerk respecting Bill C-89, The Canada Marine Act; and forwarding the actions of the Urban Environment and Development Committee of April 20, 1998.

(u)Front Yard Parking at 95 Montgomery Avenue (North Toronto).

The Toronto Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to accept and process the application, including conducting a poll of area residents, and report back to the Toronto Community Council.

(April 27, 1998) from Councillor Walker respecting Front Yard Parking at 95 Montgomery Avenue (North Toronto)

(v)Adjustments to Traffic Calming on Euclid Avenue and Clinton Street (Both from College Street to Bloor Street West) (Trinity-Niagara).

The Toronto Community Council reports having adopted the following motion from Councillors and Silva:

(1)that traffic calming on a) Euclid Avenue (College Street to Bloor Street West) and on b) Clinton Street (from College Street to Bloor Street West) be considered at the Toronto Community Council meeting of May 27, 1998 as a deputation item; and

(2)that Councillors Mario Silva and Joe Pantalone advise the community of the recommended traffic calming changes to be considered on May 27, 1998.

(April 28, 1998) from Councillors Pantalone and Silva.

(w)Garbage Cans on St. Clair Avenue West (Davenport)

The Toronto Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services:

(1)to report to the meeting of the Toronto Community Council to be held on June24, 1998 on:

(a)a pilot project that would provide for more garbage cans to be placed on St. Clair Avenue West between Lansdowne Avenue and Winona Drive and its impacts on litter on the street;

(b)the number of, availability of, and demand for garbage cans in the former City of Toronto; and

(2)to meet with representatives of Corso Italia BIA, Earlscourt Residents' Association, Regal Heights Residents' Association and Police Community Partnership -- 13 Division in order to discuss possibilities in this regard, and report back to the meeting of the Toronto Community Council to be held on June 24, 1998:

(April 29, 1998) from Councillor Disero respecting Garbage Cans on St. Clair Avenue West (Davenport)

(x)Designation of Loading Areas and On-street Parking Spaces in Downtown Toronto for use by Motor Coaches (Downtown, Midtown, Don River).

The Toronto Community Council reports having submitted this matter to the Urban Environment and Development Committee without recommendation:

(April 22, 1998) from the City Clerk respecting Designation of Loading Areas and On-Street Parking Spaces in Downtown Toronto for use by Motor Coaches (Downtown, Midtown, Don River), and forwarding the actions of the Urban Environment and Development Committee of April 20, 1998.

(y)Front Yard Parking at 263 Manor Road East (North Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council reports having deferred consideration of the following communication until its meeting to be held on May 27, 1998 and requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to report thereon at that time:

(April 27, 1998) from Councillor Walker respecting Front Yard Parking at 263 Manor Road East (North Toronto), and recommending that the request for front yard parking at 263 Manor Road East be approved, subject to the applicant entering into the agreements and paying the fee prescribed by the former City of Toronto Municipal Code.

(z)Elm Ridge Drive Traffic Committee (North Toronto).

The Toronto Community Council reports having endorsed the establishment of the Elm Ridge Traffic Committee and authorized the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to assist the Committee in seeking solutions to reduce traffic speed and volume on Elm Ridge Drive, from Bathurst Street to Newgate Road:

(April 27, 1998) Councillors Johnston and Walker respecting Elm Ridge Drive Traffic Committee.

(aa)Notice Requirements - Committee of Adjustment.

The Toronto Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services to consult with the Ward Councillors to determine which resident and ratepayer associations should receive Committee of Adjustment agendas:

(April 22, 1998) from Mr. Doug Lowry, addressed to Councillor Rae respecting Notice Requirements - Committee Of Adjustment.

(bb)Polling Regulations and Process Which Apply to Various Applications for use of the City Boulevard (All Wards in the former City of Toronto).

The Toronto Community Council reports having:

(1)received the following report for information;

(2)established a sub-committee to review polling issues; and

(3)requested the City Clerk to report to the Toronto Community Council on the implications of having the applicant assume the costs of conducting the poll:

(April 30, 1998) from the Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services Respecting Polling Regulations and Process Which Apply to Various Applications for Use of the City Boulevard (All Wards In The Former City Of Toronto), and recommending that the report be received for information.

(cc)Panels for the Toronto Community Council.

The Toronto Community Council reports having:

(1)deferred consideration of this matter until its meeting to be held on September16, 1998;

(2)requested the C.A.O. to report on what further matters could be delegated to staff, taking into account the former City of Toronto Act, 1978; and

(3)requested its Chair to review the proposed composition and mandates of the panels and report back to the Toronto Community Council:

(May 4, 1998) from the Chair, Toronto Community Council respecting Panels for the Toronto Community Council.

(dd)Street Signs at Bathurst and Vaughan Road Intersection (Midtown).

The Toronto Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to investigate the street signs at the intersection of Bathurst and Vaughan Road and make the necessary changes to clearly identify the streets involved in the intersection and to report thereon to the Toronto Community Council.

(April 28, 1998) from Councillor Joe Mihevc (York Eglinton) respecting Street Signs at Bathurst and Vaughan Road Intersection (Midtown)

(ee)Neighbourhood Watch Program.

The Toronto Community Council report having received the following communication for information:

(April 27, 1998) from the City Clerk forwarding Clause No. 33 contained in Report No. 4 of the North York Community Council, headed "Neighbourhood Watch Program" which was adopted, without amendment, by the Council of the City of Toronto at its meeting held on April 16, 1998.

(ff)Marking of Parking Spaces on East Side of Waverley Road - from Queen Street to Norway Avenue (East Toronto).

The Toronto Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and the Environment to paint parking lines on the east side of Waverley Road from Queen Street East to Norway Avenue:

(May 1, 1998) from Councillor Tom Jakobek Marking of Parking Spaces on East Side of Waverley Road from Queen Street East to Norway Avenue (East Toronto)

(gg)11R Hounslow Heath (Davenport).

The Toronto Community Council reports having forwarded the following communication to the Corporate Services Committee, with the request that the recommendations contained therein be adopted:

(April 16, 1998) from Councillor Disero respecting 11R Hounslow Heath (Davenport)

(hh)Draft of Proposed Fence By-law.

The Toronto Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development, in consultation with appropriate officials to report to the Toronto Community Council at its meeting to be held on May 27, 1998 on the following communication:

(April 30, 1998) from Councillor Brian Ashton respecting Draft of Proposed Fence By-law.

(ii)Non-concurrence with the Proposed Installation of Traffic Control Signals at Bremner Boulevard and Rees Street (Downtown).

The Toronto Community Council report having received the following report for information:

(March 25, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead, Transportation respecting Non-Concurrence with the Proposed Installation of Traffic Control Signals at Bremner Boulevard and Rees Street (Downtown), and recommending that this report be received for information.

(Councillor Walker, at the meeting of City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998, declared his interest in the following Items, embodied in the foregoing Clause:

(i)Item (l), headed "Final Report - 2079-2111 Yonge Street, 5, 9, 11 and 21 Hillsdale Avenue East, and 12, 14 and 16 Manor Road East - Application 196015 for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments and Site Plan Approval to Permit a 6-Storey Mixed Use Building, Six 3-Storey Townhouse Units (North Toronto)", in that he resides within 120metres of the subject property; and

(ii)Item (t), headed "Bill C-9, The Canada Marine Act", as it pertains to the operation of the outer harbour marina, in that his daughter is a summer student attendant at the marina.)

Respectfully submitted,

KYLE RAE,

Chair

Toronto, May 6 and 7, 1998

(Report No. 5 of The Toronto Community Council, including additions thereto, was adopted, as amended, by City Council on May 13 and 14, 1998.)