THE CITY OF TORONTO

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Minutes of the Toronto Community Council

Meeting No. 5

May 26 and 27, 1999

The Toronto Community Council met on Wednesday and Thursday, May 26 and 27, 1999, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, Toronto, commencing at 9:30 a.m.

On motion by Councillor Walker, the Toronto Community Council confirmed the Minutes of its Meetings held on June 26, 1998, July 22, 1998, September 16, 1998, October 14, 1998, October 22, 1998, November 5, 1998, November 12, 1998, and December 9, 1998.

4.1 Appeal - Front Yard Parking - 174 Madison Avenue (Midtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (March 15, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending:

(1) That City Council deny the request for an exemption from the by-law to permit front yard parking at 174 Madison Avenue, as such a request does not comply with Chapter 400 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code; OR

(2) That, should the Toronto Community Council consider this proposal, this report be deferred to the May 26, 1999 meeting of the Toronto Community Council, and the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be requested to report at that time on the results of a poll for the hearing of deputations.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following report/communications:

- (May 14, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1 - Results of the Poll;

- (May 20, 1999) from Yik Tse; and

- (May 25, 1999) from Mr. Peter Rozee and Ms. Francesca Patterson.

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

- Mr. Peter Rozee; and

- Mr. Mel Litman.

On motion by Councillor Adams, the Toronto Community Council deferred consideration of the foregoing report, and requested the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism to make a site inspection and report to the Toronto Community Council on the impact of the application on the mature silver maple located at the site.

(Letter sent to: Interested Persons; c.: Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, Works and Emergency Services - Encl. - June 3, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(a))

3.1 Tree Removal - 706 1/2 Gerrard Street East (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (January 4, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture & Tourism respecting the permit for tree removal at No. 706-1/2 Gerrard Street East and recommending that City Council:

(1) refuse to issue a permit for tree removal; OR

(2) issue a permit for tree removal.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following report and communication:

- (March 15, 1999) from Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture & Tourism; and

- (March 25, 1999) from Ms. Myra Moore.

On motion by Councillor Layton, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council refuse to issue a permit for tree removal at 706 1/2 Gerrard Street East.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 4)

5.3 Appeal - Front Yard Parking - 29 Admiral Road (Midtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 13, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending:

(1) That City Council deny the request for an exemption from the by-law to permit front yard parking at 29 Admiral Road, as such a request does not comply with Chapter 400 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code; OR

(2) That, should the Toronto Community Council consider this proposal, this report be deferred to the June 23, 1999 meeting of the Toronto Community Council, and the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be requested to report at that time on the results of a poll for the hearing of deputations.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a report (May 25, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services, District 1.

Mr. Bernard Zelechow appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

On motion by Councillor Adams, the Toronto Community Council deferred consideration of the foregoing report and requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to report to the Toronto Community Council on the results of a poll, the cost of which is to be borne by the applicant.

(Letter sent to: Interested Persons; c.: Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, Works and Emergency Services; Nino Pellegrini, Works and Emergency Services; Ms. Ann Zelechow and Mr. Bernard Zelechow - Encl. - June 3, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(b))

5.4 Appeal Of Denial Of Application For A Boulevard Cafe - 785 Carlaw Avenue (Convenience Address For 560 Danforth Avenue) (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 9, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending that:

(1) City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe fronting 785 Carlaw Avenue; OR

(2) City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe fronting 785 Carlaw Avenue, 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, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following communications/petition:

- (April 21, 1999) from Ms. Kathryn Oughtred;

- (May 19, 1999) from Mr. Jim Kopatsaris; and

- Petition with 54 names in favour, submitted by Mr. James Biliouras.

Mr. Tony Biliouras, on behalf of Ms. Maria Biliouras, appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Toronto Community Council submitted this matter to Council without recommendation.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 5)

5.5 Conversion Of New Street, Between Davenport Road And The West End Of New Street, From Area Based Permit Parking To Street Name Based Permit Parking (Midtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 13, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending that:

1. City Council deny the conversion of permit parking on New Street, between Davenport Road and the west end of New Street, from 'Area Based Permit Parking' to 'Street Name Based Permit Parking'; OR

2. (a) permit parking on New Street, between Davenport Road and the west end of New Street, be converted from 'Area Based Permit Parking' to 'Street Name Based Permit Parking'; and

(b) the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of all necessary bills.

On motion by Councillor Bossons, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that:

(1) permit parking on New Street, between Davenport Road and the west end of New Street, be converted from 'Area Based Permit Parking' to 'Street Name Based Permit Parking'; and

(2) the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of all necessary bills.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 6)

5.6 Draft Zoning By-Law Respecting No. 103 West Lodge Avenue (High Park)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 13, 1999) from the City Solicitor submitting a Draft Zoning By-law for No. 103 West Lodge Avenue.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following report/communications:

- (May 7, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services - Final Report on Application No. 197024 To Amend Site Specific By-law 22037 To Permit A Reduction In The Number of Parking Spaces Required For 103-105 West Lodge Avenue;

- (May 13, 1999) from Ms. Anna Thacker;

- (May 21, 1999) from Ms. Marian Y. MacGregor, Parkdale Community Legal Services Inc.;

- (Undated) from Ms. Ann-Marie Rechier;

- (May 25, 1999) from A. Lynch;

- (May 24, 1999) Petition - 31 signatures in opposition;

- (April 26, 1999) from Mr. Robert B. Levitt obo the Parkdale Tenants' Association;

- (Undated) from Ms. Shirley Woods;

- (Undated) from Ms. Anna C. Thaker; and

- (Undated) - Form Letter with 139 signatures in opposition.

Notice of the public meeting was given in accordance with the Planning Act. The public meeting was held on May 26, 1999, and the following addressed the Toronto Community Council:

- Mr. Vilko Zbogar, Parkdale Community Legal Services;

- Mr. Bart Poesiat, Common Front in Defense of Poor Neighbourhoods;

- Mr. Bob Levitt, Parkdale Tenants' Association;

- Dr. Harpreet Chaggar;

- Mr. Suk Tumsee;

- Mr. A. Lynch;

- Ms. Anna Thaker, Westlodge Tenant Association;

- Mr. David Drake, EMC Group Ltd.;

- Ms. Daramdeo Sukdeo; and

- Mr. Paul Wynn.

The Toronto Community Council:

On motion by Councillor Miller:

(1) adjourned the Public Meeting held pursuant to Sections 34(12) and 34(15) of the Planning Act, to be reconvened on September 14, 1999, to enable the Ward Councillors to hold a public meeting in the community, with the assistance of Planning, Legal and Inspections staff;

(2) requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, in consultation with appropriate officials, prior to the meeting in the community, to report on:

(a) the relevant provisions of the Order of Judge Epstein, and any other relevant court orders, and the implications for the parking garage;

(b) the issue of parking permits and the possibility of prohibiting residents of 103-105 West Lodge Avenue from obtaining permits;

(d) the progress and details of the implementation of the safety measures as recommended in Recommendation No. (3) of the report (May 7, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services;

(e) the work completed on the garage to date, and whether a permit was issues for the work;

(f) whether by-law amendments are still required, in view of the landlord's statement that 660 spaces have been, or are being renovated, out of the 698 required by the By-law; and

(g) the issue of the safety and structural integrity of the basement levels; and

On motion by Councillor Korwin-Kuczynski:

(3) requested the City Solicitor, in consultation with appropriate officials, to report to the Toronto Community Council on a process by which a mechanism can be put in place, so that parking demands are reviewed periodically and resolved at 103-105 West Lodge Avenue.

(Letter sent to: Interested Persons; c.: City Solicitor; Robert Balfour, Legal Services; Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services; Helen Coombs, Urban Planning and Development Services - Encl. - June 3, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(c))

5.7 Draft Zoning By-Law Amendment And Draft Sign By-Law - No. 52 St. Lawrence Street, 71 Live-Work Units (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the City Solicitor submitting a Draft Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Sign By-law for No. 52 St. Lawrence Street, and recommending that:

(1) the Toronto Community Council hold a public meeting in respect of Draft Bylaw (1) in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act and in respect of Draft Bylaw (2) 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 Bylaws, it could recommend that:

(2) the Draft Bylaws attached to the report (May 10, 1999) of the City Solicitor be approved and that authority be granted to introduce the necessary bills in Council to give effect thereto;

(2) Recommendations 1-5, as amended, of the report of the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services (April 28, 1999) be adopted.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following report/communications:

- (April 28, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services - Final Report on Rezoning Application No. 198010 for the Renovation and Re-Use of a Light Industrial Building at 52 St. Lawrence Street for 71 Live-Work Units;

- (May 20, 1999) from R.Ross Reid, The Lung Association; and

- (May 25, 1999) from Ms. Suzan Hinds.

Notice of the public meeting was given in accordance with the Planning Act and the Municipal Act. The public meeting was held on May 26, 1999, and no one addressed the Toronto Community Council.

On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that:

(1) the Draft Bylaws attached to the report (May 10, 1999) of the City Solicitor be approved and that authority be granted to introduce the necessary bills in Council to give effect thereto;

(2) Recommendations 1-5, as amended, of the report of the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services (April 28, 1999) be adopted; and

(3) the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be instructed to include in a Registered Agreement to be drawn up as part of the site plan approval, a provision requiring that the owner of the building provide a minimum of once-a-week garbage pick-up, restricted to weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 1)

4.8 Draft Sign By-Law Respecting No. 1 Dundas Street West Et Al (Eaton Centre) (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 20, 1999) from the City Solicitor submitting the Draft Sign By-law respecting No. 1 Dundas Street West et al (Eaton Centre).

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a report (May 12, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services respecting 1 Dundas Street West (Toronto Eaton Centre), Application No. 999021 Request for Approval of a Site Specific Amendment to Chapter 297, Signs of the Former City of Toronto Municipal Code to Permit Signage on the Yonge and Dundas Street Facades of The Toronto Eaton Centre including a Media Tower.

Notice of the public meeting was given in accordance with the Municipal Act. The public meeting was held on May 26, 1999, and no one addressed the Toronto Community Council.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that:

(1) the Draft By-law attached to the report (May 20, 1999) of the City Solicitor be approved and that authority be granted to introduce the necessary Bill in Council to give effect thereto; and

(2) Recommendations 1-7 of the report (May 12, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be adopted.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 3)

5.9 Report On Site Plan Application No. 397070 For 100-108 Charles Street West And 4 St. Thomas Street: To Construct An 11 Storey Hotel (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 12, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services respecting Site Plan Application No. 397070 for Nos. 101-108 Charles Street West and 4 St. Thomas Street, and recommending:

(1) That City Council concur with the applicant's request to demolish the historic houses at 100 -108 Charles Street as part of the new hotel proposal for these lands;

(2) Should City Council adopt Recommendation 1, that:

(a) the City Solicitor, in consultation with the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, be instructed to amend the Site Specific By-laws to permit the revised hotel proposal; and

(b) the City Solicitor be requested to inform the Ontario Municipal Board of these amendments and that City staff be authorized to take the steps necessary to implement such decision.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following communications:

- (May 25, 1999) from Ms. Lisa Levitt;

- (May 20, 1999) from Mr. Mark Young; and

- Drawing submitted by Mr. Joe Berridge.

Mr. J.D. Berridge, Urban Strategies Inc., appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report (May 12, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 7)

5.10 Proposal By The Toronto Parking Authority To Replace Existing Illuminated Pedestal Signs With New Illuminated Ground Signs On 13 Parking Lots In The Former City Of Toronto (All Wards in the former City of Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 7, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services respecting the proposal by the Toronto Parking Authority to replace existing illuminated pedestal signs with new illuminated ground signs on 13 parking lots in the former City of Toronto.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following communications:

- Drawing submitted by Barry Alpen, PAT; and

- (Undated) from the Toronto Parking Authority.

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

- Mr. Barry Alper, Barking and Brilliant Management Inc.;

- Mr. Ron Barr, Pattison Outdoor Advertising; and

- Mr. Blair Murdoch, Mediacom Inc.

On motion by Councillor Korwin-Kuczynski, the Toronto Community Council:

(1) deferred consideration of the foregoing report until the city-wide sign harmonization report is submitted; and

(2) requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services to expedite the previously requested report on the harmonization of the City's sign policy, so that it is submitted to the Urban Environment and Development Committee within six months.

The motion for deferral was carried on the following division of votes:

Yeas: Councillors Adams, Bussin, Chow, Disero, Fotinos, Korwin-Kuczynski, Silva and Walker - 8

Nays: Councillors Rae, Bossons, Jakobek, Johnston, Layton, McConnell and Pantalone - 7

The following motions were placed but not voted on:

By Councillor Bossons:

(1) That the Toronto Parking Authority be required to use one side of each of the approved signs for one month for community use;

(2) That the Toronto Parking Authority make full use of this provision for community groups;

By Councillor Jakobek:

(3) That Application No. 999034 for 1612 Danforth Avenue be approved;

By Councillor Layton:

(4) That Application No. 999031 for 111 Broadview Avenue be approved;

By Councillor Adams:

(5) That the Toronto Parking Authority report directly to Council on the community use of Parking Authority signs at present, and the impact of the proposals on the community's ability to make use of the new signs; and

By Councillor Bossons:

(6) That the report (May 7, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, as amended, be adopted.

(Letter sent to: Interested Persons; c.: Lora Mazzocca, Urban Planning and Development Services; Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services - Encl. - June 3, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(d))

4.11 Removal Of Private Tree, 24 Yonge Boulevard (North Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 7, 1999) from the Commissioner Economic Development, Culture & Tourism respecting the request for removal of the private tree at No. 24 Yonge Boulevard, and recommending that City Council:

(1) refuse to issue a permit for tree removal; or

(2) issue a permit for tree removal conditional on the applicant agreeing to plant a replacement tree to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture & Tourism.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following communications:

- (May 25, 1999) from Mr. Barry Campbell, Campbell & Partners Communication; and

- (Undated) from Scott and Laura Purdy.

Mr. Bob Dejong appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

On motion by Councillor Walker, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council refuse to issue a permit for tree removal at 24 Yonge Boulevard.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 8)

2.1 Request For An Exemption From Chapter 248 Of The Former City Of Toronto Municipal Code, To Permit Driveway Widening For A Second Parking Space At 53 Lawrence Avenue West (North Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 7, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending that:

(1) City Council deny the request for an exemption from the by-law to permit driveway widening for a second parking space, at 53 Lawrence Avenue West, as such a request does not comply with Chapter 248 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code; OR

(2) City Council approve the application for driveway widening for a second parking space at 53 Lawrence Avenue West, notwithstanding that it does not comply with Chapter 248 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a communication (April 22, 1999) from Councillor Walker.

On motion by Councillor Walker, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council approve the application for driveway widening for a second parking space at 53 Lawrence Avenue West, notwithstanding that it does not comply with Chapter 248 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 9)

5.13 Applications For Commercial Boulevard Parking And Boulevard Marketing - Fronting 317 Carlton Street And On The Sackville Street Flankage (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending that:

(1) (a) City Council deny the application for commercial boulevard parking on the Sackville Street flankage of 317 Carlton Street; OR

(b) City Council approve the application for commercial boulevard parking on the Sackville Street flank of 317 Carlton Street and such approval be subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-42 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code; and

(2) (a) City Council approve the application for boulevard marketing fronting 317 Carlton Street and on the Sackville Street flank, subject to the removal of the chain link fence; OR

(b) City Council approve the application for boulevard marketing fronting 317 Carlton Street and on the Sackville Street flank and the continued maintenance of the 2.4 m high chain link fence subject to the business operator entering into an encroachment agreement with the City of Toronto and the business operator agreeing to remove the fence from the boulevard upon receipt of 60 days written notice to do so.

The Toronto Community Council had before it the following communications:

- (May 21, 1999) from Ms. Paula King and Tim Woolstencroft;

- (Undated) Petition - 11 signatures in support submitted by Wisteria;

- (May 25, 1999) from Gordon Robinson and David Grant; and

- (May 26, 1999) from Ms. Stephanie Brooks-Keeley.

On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council:

(1) approve the application for commercial boulevard parking on the Sackville Street flank of 317 Carlton Street, subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-42 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code; and

(2) approve the application for boulevard marketing fronting 317 Carlton Street and on the Sackville Street flank and the continued maintenance of the 2.4 m high chain link fence, subject to the business operator entering into an encroachment agreement with the City of Toronto and the business operator agreeing to remove the fence from the boulevard upon receipt of 60 days written notice to do so.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 10)

5.14 Request For An Extension Of Boulevard Cafe - Edwin Avenue Flank Of 1627 Dupont Street (Davenport)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 11, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending that:

(1) (a) City Council deny the request to transfer the existing licensed cafe privileges on the Edwin Avenue flank of 1627 Dupont Street; OR

(b) City Council approve the request to transfer the existing licensed cafe privileges on the Edwin Avenue flank of 1627 Dupont Street, 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, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code; and

(2) (a) City Council deny the application for an extension to the boulevard cafe on the Edwin Avenue flank of 1627 Dupont Street; OR

(b) City Council approve the application for an extension to the boulevard cafe for a total area of 44.1 sq. m. on the Edwin Avenue flank of 1627 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 § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code. In addition, a commercial boulevard parking spot for one vehicle will require cancellation due to the extended cafe.

On motion by Councillor Disero, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council:

(1) approve the request to transfer the existing licensed cafe privileges on the Edwin Avenue flank of 1627 Dupont Street, 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, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code; and

(2) approve the application for an extension to the boulevard cafe for a total area of 44.1 sq. m. on the Edwin Avenue flank of 1627 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 § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code. In addition, a commercial boulevard parking spot for one vehicle will require cancellation due to the extended cafe.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 11)

5.15 Savorie - Operation Of The Boulevard Cafe During The 1998 Cafe Season - Montclair Avenue Flank Of 390 Spadina Road (Midtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 11, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending that:

(1) City Council deny the continuation of the boulevard cafe on the Montclair Avenue flank of 390 Spadina Road; OR

(2) Should City Council approve the continuation of the licence for the boulevard cafe on the Montclair Avenue flank of 390 Spadina Road, with the same terms and conditions as previously approved, the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be requested to report back at the end of the 1999 cafe season on the operation of the cafe.

The Toronto Community Council had before it a the following communications:

- (May 25, 1999) from Mr. David P. Silcox;

- (May 25, 1999) from Mr. John M. Dirks; and

- (May 25, 1999) from Mr. Joseph L. Bloomenfeld, Barristers & Solicitors requesting deferral.

Ms. Hanya Kizenchuk appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

On motion by Councillor Bossons, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council deny the continuation of the boulevard cafe on the Montclair Avenue flank of 390 Spadina Road.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 12)

4.16 Results Of A Second Poll To Determine Neighbourhood Support Or Opposition To A Boulevard Cafe On The Ashdale Avenue Flank Of 1438a Gerrard Street East (East Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending that:

(1) City Council deny the applicant's request to operate the boulevard cafe on the Ashdale Avenue flank of 1438A Gerrard Street East; OR

(2) (a) Should City Council approve the boulevard cafe application on the Ashdale Avenue flank of 1438A Gerrard Street East, the cafe be required to close and clear by 11:00 p.m., 7 days a week, as set out in Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code; and

(b) the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be requested to report back at the end of the 1999 cafe season on the operation of the cafe.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a further report (January 28, 1999) from Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1.

On motion by Councillor Bussin, the Toronto Community Council recommended that:

(1) City Council approve the boulevard cafe application on the Ashdale Avenue flank of 1438A Gerrard Street East, on condition that the cafe be required to close and clear by 11:00 p.m., 7 days a week, as set out in Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code; and

(2) the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be requested to report back at the end of the 1999 cafe season on the operation of the cafe.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 13)

2.1 Appeal Of Denial Of Application For A Boulevard Cafe - 481 Bloor Street West, Brunswick Avenue Flankage (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (January 28, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending that:

(1) City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the Brunswick Avenue flankage of 481 Bloor Street West; OR

(2) City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the Brunswick Avenue flankage of 481 Bloor 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 § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following communications:

- (February 11, 1999) from Mr. Keith P. Sharp;

- (March 24, 1999) from Mr. Keith P. Sharp;

- (March 24, 1999) from Mr. M. Swartz;

- (March 24, 1999) from Ms. Rhea Plosker and Mr. Michael Carter;

- (March 24, 1999) from Mr. Keith P. Sharp;

- (March 24, 1999) from Ms. Gail Misra and Mr. Mark Rowlinson;

- (March 29, 1999) from Dr. Daniel Contogiannis;

- (Undated) from Mr. Mark Mainguy;

- (April 7, 1999) from the City Clerk, Toronto Community Council, forwarding the Community Council's action of March 30, 1999;

- (May 20, 1999) from Ms. Cornelia Schuh;

- (May 26, 1999) from Dr. Daniel Contogiannis;

- (Undated) from Robin Donovan, D.I.G. I.T. Productions;

- (March 25, 1999) from Ms. Anne Racz;

- (March 20, 1999) from Mr. Bill Townley;

- (March 23, 1999) from Pasquale Ciancio;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mr. Karl Pirrsalu;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mr. Losend;

- (March 24, 1999) from Mr. Stanley Cach;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mr. Ken Kennedy and Mr. John McDonald;

- (March 25, 1999) from Ms. Janet Goodfellow;

- (March 25, 1999) from Ms. Wendie Mudie;

- (Undated) from Mr. Donald McCardle;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mr. Michael Bool;

- (Undated) from Mr. Irving Phelm;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mr. Nunfie;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mr. Jack Hans;

- (March 26, 1999) from Mr. John Green;

- (March 27, 1999) from J. Chronopoulos;

- (Undated) from Ms. Kristi Lynch;

- (March 25, 1999) from Ms. Melanie Campbell;

- (March 25, 1999) from Ely Sbrozzi;

- (Undated) from Janelee Jordon;

- (March 25, 1999) from Ms. Mary Legakis;

- (Undated) from Ms. Sarah Craig;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mr. Courtney Muier;

- (March 25, 1999) from Magold Potemski;

- (March 24, 1999) from Mr. Daniel Aucsin;

- (March 22, 1999) from Mr. Daniel Sirk;

- (March 21, 1999) from Mr. Alan Sirk;

- (Undated) from Shawn Hood;

- (Undated) from R.M. Billington;

- (Undated) from Mr. Andrew Beveridge;

- (March 25, 1999) from Jason James;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mr. Mark Munro;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mr. Omar Maxwell;

- (March 25, 1999) from Stan Allenby;

- (March 23, 1999) from H. Dann;

- (March 25, 1999) from Kazia Stusarenko;

- (March 24, 1999) from Corrine Chin-Fook;

- (March 25, 1999) from Mavis Waters;

- (May 25, 1999) from Ol'ga Floegl-Huntley;

- (May 25, 1999) from Ms. Margaret Ma;

- (May 23, 1999) from David and Katherine Wurfel;

- (May 22,1999) from Dr. Julian Tsafaroff;

- (May 21, 1999) from Mr. Keith Sharp;

- (May 24, 1999) from Ms. Juta Auksi;

- (May 20, 1999) Petition - 55 signatures in opposition;

- (May 19, 1999) from Ms. Gail Misra and Mr. Mark Rowlinson;

- (May 21, 1999) from Ms. Rosie Schwartz;

- (March 1999) Petition - 51 signatures in support;

- (May 26, 1999) from Mr. Gable;

- (May 24, 1999) from Ms. Leah Cohen;

- (May 25, 1999) from Mr. Robert Wilson;

- (May 25, 1999) from Ms. Sandra DeAthe and Mr. John Newton;

- (Undated) from M. Swartz;

- (May 26, 1999) from Ms. Judith Robertson;

- (May 26, 1999) from Mr. Keith Cowling, Superintendent, 14 Division, Toronto Police Service; and

- (May 20, 1999) Petition - 22 signatures in support.

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

- Mr. Robert Barnett, Sussex-Ulster Residents Association;

- Mr. David Huntley;

- Mr. A. O'Donohue;

- Mr. Daniel Contogiannis; and

- Mr. Paul Voulgaris, Boomerang Design Planning Inc.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the Brunswick Avenue flankage of 481 Bloor Street West.

The following motion by Councillor Korwin-Kuczynski was placed but not voted on:

"That this matter be submitted to Council without recommendation and the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be requested to report directly to Council on the operation of the chain of Friendly Greek restaurants and their relationship and contribution to the communities in which they are located."

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 14)

Councillor Chow assumed the Chair.

4.1 Appeal Of Denial Of Applications For Boulevard Cafes - 71 Front Street East (The Jersey Giant Pub And Restaurant) And 73a Front Street East (The Red Pepper) (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 11, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending that:

(1) (a) City Council deny the applicant's requests for tree relocation and for a boulevard cafe fronting 71 Front Street East; OR

(b) should City Council approve the request for a boulevard cafe fronting 71 Front Street East, notwithstanding non-compliance with the requirement of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code, the applicant be required to pay for the removal of 2 parking meters in front of the proposed cafe and pay for the annual loss in parking revenue for the loss in the 3 metered parking spots; also to pay for the relocation of the trees; and

(2) (a) City Council deny the applicant's request for a boulevard cafe fronting 73A Front Street East; OR

(b) City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe fronting 73A Front Street East, 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, of the former City of Toronto.

On motion by Councillor Rae, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe fronting 71 Front Street East, subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 15)

Councillor Rae resumed the Chair.

5.19 Appeal Of Denial Of Application For A Boulevard Cafe - 847 Dundas Street West, Euclid Avenue Flank (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending that:

(1) City Council deny the application for a boulevard cafe on the Euclid Avenue flank of 847 Dundas Street West; OR

(2) City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the Euclid Avenue flank of 847 Dundas 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 § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code.

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council approve the application for a boulevard cafe on the Euclid Avenue flank of 847 Dundas Street West, notwithstanding the negative result of the public poll, subject to the applicant complying with the criteria set out in § 313-36 of Municipal Code Chapter 313, Streets and Sidewalks, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 16)

5.20 Appeal Of Denial Of Application For Commercial Boulevard Parking - 186 Strachan Avenue (Convenience Address For 937 Queen Street West) (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending that:

(1) City Council deny the application for commercial boulevard parking fronting 186 Strachan Avenue; OR

(2) City Council approve the application for commercial boulevard parking fronting 186 Strachan Avenue, notwithstanding the negative results 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, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a communication (May 25, 1999) from Ms. Susanne Wussow and Mr. Earl Helland.

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council deny the application for commercial boulevard parking fronting 186 Strachan Avenue.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 17)

5.21 Draft By-Law To Authorize The Alteration Of Blackthorn Avenue From St. Clair Avenue West To Rockwell Avenue By Narrowing The Pavement (Davenport)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a draft by-law from the City Solicitor to authorize the alteration of Blackthorn Avenue from St. Clair Avenue West to Rockwell Avenue by narrowing the pavement.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it Clause 72 of Report 6 of the Toronto Community Council, titled "Blackthorn Avenue from St. Clair Avenue West to Rockwell Avenue - Proposed pavement narrowings (Davenport)" which was adopted without amendment by City Council at its meeting held on April 13, 14 and 15, 1999.

Notice with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on May 7, 11, 18 and 25, 1999, and no one addressed the Toronto Community Council.

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council recommended that a by-law in the form of the draft by-law be enacted, and that the necessary Bills be introduced in Council to give effect thereto.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 18)

5.22 Draft By-Law To Authorize The Alteration Of Dundas Square From Yonge Street To Victoria Street By Narrowing The Pavement (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a draft by-law from the City Solicitor to authorize the alteration of Dundas Square from Yonge Street to Victoria Street by narrowing the pavement.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it Clause 44 of Report 6 of the Toronto Community Council, titled "Narrowing of the Pavement on Dundas Square between Yonge Street and Victoria Street - Yonge-Dundas Redevelopment Project (Downtown)" which was adopted without amendment by City Council at its meeting held on April 13, 14 and 15, 1999.

Notice with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on May 7, 11, 18 and 25, 1999, and no one addressed the Toronto Community Council.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 19)

5.23 Draft By-Law Respecting The Alteration Of College Street Between Manning Avenue And Bathurst Street, And Each Of Manning Avenue, Euclid Avenue And Markham Street Near College By Narrowing And Realigning The Intersections (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a draft by-law from the City Solicitor to authorize the alteration of College Street between Manning avenue and Bathurst Street, and each of Manning Avenue, Euclid Avenue and Markham Street near College by narrowing and realigning the intersections.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it Clause 28 of Report No. 4 of the Toronto Community Council, titled "Realignment of Intersections - College Street from Manning Avenue to Bathurst Street (Trinity-Niagara)", which was adopted without amendment by City Council at its meeting held on March 2, 3 and 4, 1999.

Notice with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on May 7, 11, 18 and 25, 1999, and no one addressed the Toronto Community Council.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 20)

5.24 Draft By-Law To Authorize The Alteration Of Albany Avenue From Bloor Street West To Barton Avenue By The Installation Of Speed Humps And To Pass A Further By-Law To Reduce Speed From 40 Km/Hr To 30 Km/Hr On Those Portions Of Street (Midtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a draft by-law from the City Solicitor to authorize the alteration of Albany Avenue from Bloor Street West to Barton Avenue by the installation of speed humps and to pass a further by-law to reduce speed from 40 km/hr to 30 km/hr on those portions of the street.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it Clause 27 of Report 4 of the Toronto Community Council, titled "Examination of Feasibility of Installing Speed Humps - Albany Avenue, from Bloor Street West to Barton Avenue (Midtown)", which was adopted without amendment by City Council at its meeting held on March 2, 3 and 4, 1999.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following report/communication:

- (May 25, 1999) from Director, Transportation Services District 1; and

- (Undated) Petition from Albany Ave. Residents with 16 signatures in opposition

Notice with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on May 7, 11, 18 and 25, 1999, and the following addressed the Toronto Community Council:

- Mr. Sid Adilman; and

- Ms. Jane Jacobs.

On motion by Councillor Adams, the Toronto Community Council:

(1) adjourned the public hearing held pursuant to the Municipal Act, to be reconvened on September 14, 1999;

(2) requested that the area be repolled and that more information respecting the proposal be contained in the ballot.

(Letter sent to: Interested Persons; c.: Director, Transportation Services, District 1; Colin Booth, Works and Emergency Services - Encl. - June 3, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(e))

5.25 Draft By-Law To Authorize The Alteration Of Roehampton Avenue From Mt. Pleasant Road To Cardiff Road By The Installation Of Speed Humps And To Pass A Further By-Law To Reduce Speed From 40 Km/Hr To 30 Km/Hr On Those Portions Of Street (North Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a draft by-law from the City Solicitor to authorize the alteration of Roehampton Avenue from Mount Pleasant Road to Cardiff Road by the installation of speed humps and to pass a further by-law to reduce speed from 40 km/hr to 30 km/hr on those portions of the street.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it:

- Clause 4 of Report No. 12 of the Toronto Community Council, titled "Installation of Speed Humps - Roehampton Avenue from Mt. Pleasant Road to Cardiff Road (North Toronto)", which was adopted without amendment by City Council at its meeting held on October 28, 29 and 30, 1998; and

- report (April 30, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services forwarding the Speed Hump Poll results.

Notice with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on May 7, 11, 18 and 25, 1999, and no one addressed the Toronto Community Council.

On motion by Councillor Johnston, the Toronto Community Council recommended that a by-law in the form of the draft by-law be enacted, and that the necessary Bills be introduced in Council to give effect thereto.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 21)

4.26 Draft By-Law To Authorize The Alteration Of Sudbury Street From King Street West To Dovercourt Road By Narrowing And Realigning The Pavement (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a Draft By-law from the City Solicitor respecting alteration of Sudbury Street from King Street West to Dovercourt Road by narrowing and realigning the pavement (Trinity-Niagara).

The Toronto Community Council also had before it Clause 56 of Report No. 4 of the Toronto Community Council titled "Narrowing and Realignment of the Pavement on Sudbury Street Between King Street West and Dovercourt Road (Trinity-Niagara)", which was adopted without amendment by City Council at its meeting held on March 2, 3 and 4, 1999.

Notice with respect to the proposed enactment of the draft by-law was advertised in a daily newspaper on May 7, 11, 18 and 25, 1999, and no one addressed the Toronto Community Council.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 22)

4.27 Carlaw Avenue From Danforth Avenue To Mcconnell Avenue - Provision Of "Student Pick-Up/Drop-Off Area" With Short Term Parking (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 1, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, respecting the provision of a "Student Pick-Up/Drop-Off Area" with short term parking on Carlaw Avenue from Danforth Avenue to McConnell Avenue, and recommending:

(1) That the parking prohibition at anytime on the west side of Carlaw Avenue between Danforth Avenue and McConnell Avenue, be rescinded;

(2) That parking be allowed for a maximum period of ten minutes from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on the west side of Carlaw Avenue from a point 86.3 metres south of Danforth Avenue to a point 40.7 metres further south;

(3) That parking be prohibited from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., Monday to Friday and at anytime Saturday and Sunday, on the west side of Carlaw Avenue from a point 86.3 metres south of Danforth Avenue to a point 40.7 metres further south;

(4) That parking be prohibited at anytime on the west side of Carlaw Avenue, from Danforth Avenue to a point 86.3 metres south;

(5) That parking be prohibited at anytime on the west side of Carlaw Avenue, from a point 127.0 metres south of Danforth Avenue to McConnell Avenue; and

(6) 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.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a communication (April 27, 1999) from A. Duncan, Holy Name Catholic School.

On motion by Councillor Layton, the Toronto Community Council deferred consideration of the foregoing report until its meeting to be held on June 22, 1999.

(Letter sent to: Mr. A. Duncan, Principal, Holy Name Catholic School, 690 Carlaw Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4K 3K9; c.: Mr. A. Sangiorgio, Superintendent of Planning & Facilities, Toronto Catholic District School Board, 80 Sheppard Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M2N 6E8; Director, Transportation Services, District 1; Peter Ip, Works and Emergency Services - Encl. - June 2, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(f))

5.28 Preliminary Report On 1142 Dundas Street East - Application No. 298002 For A Zoning By-Law Amendment And Site Plan Approval To Permit A 4 Storey Live/Work Building (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a preliminary report (May 11, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services respecting Application No. 298002 for a Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Approval to Permit a 4 Storey Live/Work Building at No. 1142 Dundas Street East, and recommending that:

"(1) 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) the owner be advised that, prior to final Council approval of this project, the owner may be required to submit a Noise Impact Statement in accordance with City Council's requirements. The owner would be further advised of these requirements, as they relate to this project, by the Commissioner of City Works Services."

On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Toronto Community Council adopted the foregoing preliminary report.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services - No Encl. - Executive Director and Chief Planner - No Encl. - Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services; Toronto Community Council Solicitor, Attention: Sylvia Watson; Director, City Planning; Chief Building Official; Director of Policy and Development, Policy and Development Division, Economic Development, Culture & Tourism Department; Director, Housing Operations; Director, Property Services; City Surveyor; Fire Chief; Parking Authority of Toronto; Toronto Catholic School Board; Toronto District School Board; Metropolitan Toronto Police - Attention: Sergeant Paul Cocksedge - Encl. - All Interested Persons - No Encl. - c.: Denis Graham, Urban Planning and Development Services - No Encl. - June 1, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(g))

5.29 Preliminary Report On 1195 Queen Street East - Application No. 199011 For An Official Plan Amendment And Rezoning To Permit The Expansion Of An Existing Nursing Home (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a preliminary report (May 11, 1999) from the Commissioner, Urban Planning and Development Services respecting Application No. 199011 for an Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Permit the Expansion of an Existing Nursing Home at No. 1195 Queen Street East, and recommending that:

"(1) 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) the owner be advised that, prior to final Council approval of this project, the owner may be required to submit a Noise Impact Statement in accordance with City Council's requirements. The owner will be further advised of these requirements, as they relate to this project, by the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services."

On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Toronto Community Council adopted the foregoing preliminary report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(h))

5.30 Preliminary Report On Application No. 199008 For An Official Plan Amendment And A Rezoning, To Permit The Construction Of An Apartment Building On A Portion Of 45 Lisgar Street (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a preliminary report (May 6, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services respecting Application No. 199008 for an Official Plan Amendment and a Rezoning, to permit the construction of an apartment building on a portion of 45 Lisgar Street (Trinity-Niagara), and recommending that, "I be requested to hold a public meeting in the community to discuss the application and to notify owners and residents within 300 metres of the site and the Ward Councillors".

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council adopted the foregoing preliminary report.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services - No Encl. - Executive Director and Chief Planner - No Encl. - Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services; Toronto Community Council Solicitor, Attention: Sylvia Watson; Director, City Planning; Chief Building Official; Director of Policy and Development, Policy and Development Division, Economic Development, Culture & Tourism Department; Director, Housing Operations; Director, Property Services; City Surveyor; Fire Chief; Parking Authority of Toronto; Toronto Catholic School Board; Toronto District School Board; Metropolitan Toronto Police - Attention: Sergeant Paul Cocksedge - Encl. - All Interested Persons - No Encl. - c.: Rollin Stanley, Urban Planning and Development Services - No Encl. - June 1, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(i))

5.31 Preliminary Report On Application No. 199015 For An Official Plan Amendment And A Rezoning To Permit The Construction Of An Office Building And Other Construction Work On The Block Known As The Richmond-Adelaide Centre (Nos. 100, 120, 130 Adelaide Street West, 85 And 111 Richmond Street West, 12 And 22 Sheppard Street) (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a preliminary report (May 7, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services respecting Application No. 199015 for an Official Plan Amendment and a Rezoning to Permit the Construction of an Office Building and other Construction Work on the Block Known as the Richmond-Adelaide Centre (Nos. 100, 120, 130 Adelaide Street West, 85 and 111 Richmond Street West, 12 and 22 Sheppard Street) (Downtown), and recommending that, "I be requested to hold a public meeting in the community to discuss the application and to notify owners and residents within 300 metres of the site and the Ward Councillors".

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council adopted the foregoing preliminary report.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services - No Encl. - Executive Director and Chief Planner - No Encl. - Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services; Toronto Community Council Solicitor, Attention: Sylvia Watson; Director, City Planning; Chief Building Official; Director of Policy and Development, Policy and Development Division, Economic Development, Culture & Tourism Department; Director, Housing Operations; Director, Property Services; City Surveyor; Fire Chief; Parking Authority of Toronto; Toronto Catholic School Board; Toronto District School Board; Metropolitan Toronto Police - Attention: Sergeant Paul Cocksedge - Encl. - All Interested Persons - No Encl. - c.: Rollin Stanley, Urban Planning and Development Services - No Encl. - June 1, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(j))

5.32 Interim Control By-Law 241-1998 Respecting 16 Avondale Road Within The Avondale Ravine And Application For Consent Under Chapter 276, Article I Of The Former City Of Toronto Municipal Code To Allow The Construction Of A New House Which Would Be Partially Located Within The Avondale Ravine (Midtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 6, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a communication (May 20, 1999) from Ms. Kelly Cavanaugh and Mr. Peter Jeffery.

On motion by Councillor Adams, the Toronto Community Council deferred consideration of the foregoing report until its meeting to be held on June 22, 1999.

(Letter sent to: Interested Persons; c.: Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services; Angus Cranston, Urban Planning and Development Services - Encl. - June 3, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(k))

5.33 Revised Preliminary Report On Application No: 12429 To Amend The Zoning By-Law To Permit The Construction Of 18 Residential Units, At 720 - 724 Kingston Road And 35r Lyall Avenue (East Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a revised preliminary report (May 6, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services respecting Application No: 12429 to amend the Zoning By-law to permit the construction of 18 residential units at Nos. 720 - 724 Kingston Road and 35R Lyall Avenue, and recommending that:

"(1) I be requested to hold a public meeting in the area to discuss the application and to notify tenants and owners within 120 metres of the site and the Ward Councillors.

(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."

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a communication (May 25, 1999) from Mr. Gord Cockell.

On motion by Councillor Jakobek, the Toronto Community Council adopted the foregoing revised preliminary report.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services - No Encl. - Executive Director and Chief Planner - No Encl. - Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services; Toronto Community Council Solicitor, Attention: Sylvia Watson; Director, City Planning; Chief Building Official; Director of Policy and Development, Policy and Development Division, Economic Development, Culture & Tourism Department; Director, Housing Operations; Director, Property Services; City Surveyor; Fire Chief; Parking Authority of Toronto; Toronto Catholic School Board; Toronto District School Board; Metropolitan Toronto Police - Attention: Sergeant Paul Cocksedge - Encl. - All Interested Persons - No Encl. - c.: Tim Burkholder, Urban Planning and Development Services - No Encl. - June 1, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(l))

5.34 250 Front Street East, Application No. 999007: Request For Approval Of A Variance From Chapter 297, Signs, Of The Former City Of Toronto Municipal Code (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 16, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, and recommending that:

(1) City Council approve Application No. 999007 respecting a minor variance from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to install two non-illuminated trellis wall signs for identification purposes at 250 Front Street East.

(2) the applicant be advised, upon approval of Application No. 999007, of the requirement to obtain the necessary permits from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report (April 16, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 23)

4.35 204-214 King Street East & 185 Frederick Street, Application No. 999010: Request For Approval Of A Variance From Chapter 297, Signs, Of The Former City Of Toronto Municipal Code (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 26, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, and recommending that:

(1) City Council approve Application No.999010 respecting a minor variance from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit ten illuminated banner signs on condition that they only be used to identify the tenants on the ground floor and first floor levels of the building.

(2) The applicant be advised, upon approval of Application No. 999010, of the requirement to obtain the necessary permits from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report (April 26, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 23)

5.36 672 Dupont Street, Application No. 999015: Request For Approval Of Variances From Chapter 297, Signs, Of The Former City Of Toronto Municipal Code (Davenport)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 23, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, and recommending that:

(1) City Council approve Application No. 999015 respecting minor variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit one illuminated fascia sign for third party advertising on the north wall of the building at 672 Dupont Street.

(2) the applicant be advised, upon approval of Application No. 999015, of the requirement to obtain the necessary permits from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

On motion by Councillor Disero, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report (April 23, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 23)

5.37 55 Bloor Street West, Application No. 999016: Request For Approval Of Variances From Chapter 297, Signs, Of The Former City Of Toronto Municipal Code (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 26, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, and recommending that:

(1) City Council approve Application No. 999016 respecting minor variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain one illuminated fascia sign for identification purposes on the west elevation, on condition that the sign 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. 999016, of the requirement to obtain the necessary permits from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 23)

5.38 306 Yonge Street (595 Bay Street), Application No. 999018: Request For Approval Of Variances From Chapter 297, Signs, Of The Former City Of Toronto Municipal Code (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 12, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, and recommending that:

(1) City Council approve Application No. 999018 respecting minor variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit amendments to the existing sign permissions on condition that the three-dimensional sponsor logo not depict or represent any advertisement which is discriminatory in tone or content, as so defined by the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Canadian Code of Advertising Standards.

(2) The applicant be advised, upon approval of Application No. 999018, of the requirement to obtain the necessary permits from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 23)

5.39 280 Coxwell Avenue, Application No. 999020: Request For Approval Of A Variance From Chapter 297, Signs, Of The Former City Of Toronto Municipal Code (East Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 11, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, and recommending that:

(1) City Council approve Application No. 999020 respecting a minor variance from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain one illuminated fascia sign for identification purposes at 280 Coxwell Avenue.

(2) the applicant be advised, upon approval of Application No. 999020, of the requirement to obtain the necessary permits from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

On motion by Councillor Bussin, the Toronto Community Council deferred consideration of the foregoing report until its meeting to be held on June 22, 1999.

(Letter sent to: Sam Tom Architect, 15 St. Andrew Street, #200, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1K7; 1196153 Ontario Inc., 735 Queen Street East, Unit 1, Toronto, Ontario, M4M 1H1; c.: Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services; Norm Girdhar, Urban Planning and Development Services - Encl. - June 3, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(m))

5.40 23 Spadina Avenue, Application No. 999038: Request For Approval Of A Variance From Chapter 297, Signs, Of The Former City Of Toronto Municipal Code (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 14, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, and recommending that:

(1) City Council approve Application No. 999038 respecting a minor variance from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit the proposed three undefined signs.

(2) The applicant be advised, upon approval of Application No. 999038, of the requirement to obtain the necessary permits from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 23)

5.41 Report On Urban Design Guidelines For The Railway Lands Central And West (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 11, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services respecting the Urban Design Guidelines for the Railway Lands Central and West, and recommending that:

(1) Council adopt the Urban Design Guidelines attached as Appendix A to this report.

(2) Council adopt the membership of the Urban Design and Environment Advisory Group attached as Appendix B to this report, including the provision that this membership may change from time to time to allow for full public consultation.

(3) Council adopt the Terms of Reference for the Urban Design and Environment Advisory Group, included in this report as Section 2.

(4) Council direct Urban Planning and Development Services staff to convene meetings of the Urban Design and Environment Advisory Group as necessary to provide input respecting individual development applications or public initiatives in the Railway Lands Central and Railway Lands West.

(5) Council adopt the District Public Art Plan attached as Appendix C of this report.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following attachments:

Re: 41 (May 1999) - Railway Lands - Urban Design Guidelines; and

Re: 41 (May 1999) - Railway Lands - District Public Art Plan

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council:

(1) recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report (May 11, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services; and

(2) requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services to amend her report dated May 11, 1999, to ensure the correct designation of Nelson Mandela Boulevard and Dan Leckie Way.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 2)

5.42 Appeal Of Denial Of Application For An Extension Of Commercial Boulevard Parking- Woodfield Road Flank Of 1390 Gerrard Street East (East Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, respecting an appeal of the denial of the application for an extension of commercial boulevard parking on the Woodfield Road flank of 1390 Gerrard Street East (East Toronto), and recommending that this report be received for information.

On motion by Councillor Bussin, the Toronto Community Council received the foregoing report for information.

(Letter sent to: Mr. Jim Addison, The Matrix Entertainment Group Ltd., 41 Wabash Avenue, Toronto Ontario, M6R 1N1; Mr. R. Guha, Matrix Entertainment Group Ltd., 281 Woodfield Road, Toronto, Ontario, M4L 2W9; c.: Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, works and emergency Services; Ken McGuire, Works and Emergency Services - Encl. - June 3, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(n))

5.43 Massey Street At Adelaide Street West - Realignment Of The Northeast And Southwest Corners Of The Intersection (Trinity- Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 12, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, Works and Emergency Services, respecting the realignment of the northeast and southwest corners of the intersection of Massey Street at Adelaide Street West, and recommending:

(1) That in order to install a roadway narrowing on Massey Street in the vicinity of its intersection with Adelaide Street West, the following be approved:

(a) The narrowing of the pavement on the west side of Massey Street from Adelaide Street West to a point 15 metres south, from a width of 7.3 metres to a width varying from 4.0 metres to 7.3 metres, as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. 421F-5371 dated May, 1999;

(b) The narrowing of the pavement on the east side of Massey Street from Adelaide Street West to a point 15 metres north, from a width of 7.3 metres to a width varying from 4.0 metres to 7.3 metres, as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. 421F-5371 dated May, 1999; and

(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 might be required.

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that:

(1) the foregoing report (May 12, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, be adopted; and

(6) the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, in consultation with appropriate officials and the Ward Councillors, be requested to report on the planting inground trees at the street narrowings.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture & Tourism; c.: John Crocco, Works and Emergency Services; Director, Transportation Services, District 1, Works and Emergency Services - Encl. - June 10, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 24)

5.44 Naming Of The Private Road At 55 Kildonan Road - Glenn Morrow Mews (East Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the Executive Director, Technical Services Division, and recommending:

(1) That the proposed private road at 55 Kildonan Road, illustrated on the attached "Map A", be named "Glenn Morrow Mews";

(2) That Jourdan at Beaches Incorporated be required to pay the costs, estimated to be in the amount of $600.00, for the fabrication and installation of the appropriate signage; and

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

On motion by Councillor Jakobek, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 25)

5.45 Two Applications For Temporary Street Closures On Mercer Street, From Blue Jays Way To A Point 200 Feet East Of Blue Jays Way (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, and recommending that:

(1) the following street be closed to all vehicular traffic, for:

a) Wayne Gretzky's Restaurant Corporate Function and, immediately followed by,

b) Molson Indyfest Drivers' VIP Party;

(2) Mercer Street, from Blue Jays Way to a point 200 feet east of Blue Jays Way, be closed to all vehicular traffic from 8:00 a.m. Thursday, July 15, 1999 up to and including 6:00 a.m. Saturday, July 17, 1999; and

(3) that the appropriate City officials be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to give effect thereto.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 26)

5.46 Proposed Closing Of A Portion Of The Public Lane Extending Easterly From Elmer Avenue, Between Premises Nos. 71 And 75 Elmer Avenue (East Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 22, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending:

(1) That the portion of the public lane situated between Premises Nos. 71 and 75 Elmer Avenue, shown hatched on the attached Plan SYE 2888, be stopped-up and closed; and

(2) That the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take the necessary action to give effect to the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that might be required, and give notice to the public.

On motion by Councillor Jakobek, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 27)

5.47 Private Lane South Of St. Clair Avenue West, Extending Westerly From Spring Grove Avenue Between Premises Nos. 34 And 36 (Davenport)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 7, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending that a Local Improvement recommendation on the initiative plan be prepared for the opening of a private lane south of St. Clair Avenue West, extending westerly from Spring Grove Avenue between premises Nos. 34 and 36.

On motion by Councillor Disero, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 28)

5.48 Castlefield Avenue From Chaplin Crescent To Caldow Road - Proposed Installation Of Speed Humps (North Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 6, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, respecting the installation of speed humps on Castlefield Avenue from Chaplin Crescent to Caldow Road, and recommending:

(1) That approval be given to alter sections of the roadway on Castlefield Avenue, from Chaplin Crescent to Caldow Road for traffic calming purposes 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 adopted by the former City of Toronto Council:

"The construction of speed humps on CASTLEFIELD AVENUE from Chaplin Crescent to Caldow Road, generally as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. 421F-5368, April 1999,"

(2) That the speed limit be reduced from forty kilometres per hour to thirty kilometres per hour on Castlefield Avenue from Chaplin Crescent to Caldow Road, coincident with the implementation of the traffic calming measures; and

(3) That the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action is necessary to implement the foregoing, including the introduction in Council of any Bills that might be required.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following communications:

- (May 10, 1999) from Councillor Johnston; and

- (April 23, 199) from Councillor Walker.

On motion by Councillor Walker, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report (May 6, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 29)

5.49 Day Avenue And Sellers Avenue Between Morrison Avenue And Rogers Road - Introduction Of One-Way Traffic Operations And Adjustment Of Parking Regulations (Davenport and York-Eglinton)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 27, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, respecting the introduction of one-way traffic operations and an adjustment to the parking regulations on Day Avenue and Sellers Avenue between Morrison Avenue and Rogers Road, and recommending:

1) That a one-way southbound traffic operation be implemented on Day Avenue between Morrison Avenue and Rogers Road;

2) That a one-way northbound traffic operation be implemented on Sellers Avenue between Morrison Avenue and Rogers Road;

3) That the "No Parking Anytime" prohibition on the west side of Day Avenue between Morrison Avenue and Rogers Road be rescinded;

4) That the "No Parking Anytime" prohibition on the east side of Sellers Avenue between Morrison Avenue and Rogers Road be rescinded;

5) That the "No Parking Anytime" prohibition on the west side of Sellers Avenue between Morrison Avenue and a point approximately 15 metres north thereof be rescinded;

6) That the existing permit parking hours of operation from 12:01 a.m. to 6:00 a.m., daily on the west side of Sellers Avenue from a point approximately 22 metres north of Morrison Avenue to Rogers Road be amended to operate from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily, to be set out in a new Schedule "B" of Municipal Code, Chapter 985, Parking - Overnight and By-law No. 3491-80; and

7) 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 are required.

On motion by Councillor Disero, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 30)

5.50 Temperance Street From 50 Metres West Of Yonge Street To Bay Street - Implementation Of One-Way Westbound Operation (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 29, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending that Temperance Street operate one-way westbound from a point 50 metres west of Yonge Street to Bay Street for the duration of the construction of the Bay/Adelaide Centre (approximately 2 years).

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 31)

5.51 Adelaide Street West And King Street West - Introduction Of "No Stopping" Regulations (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 23, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services respecting the introduction of "No Stopping" regulations on Adelaide Street West and King Street West, and recommending:

1) That the changes to the parking, standing and stopping regulations on the north side of King Street West between Spadina Avenue and Charlotte Street and the parking and stopping regulations on the south side of Adelaide Street West between Spadina Avenue and Charlotte Street outlined in the schedules contained in Appendix "A" attached hereto 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 are required.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 32)

5.52 Gloucester Street, Both Sides, From Yonge Street To Church Street - Prohibition Of Stopping From 7:00 P.M. To 7:00 A.M. And Prohibition Of Parking From 7:00 A.M. To 7:00 P.M., Daily (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 21, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, respecting parking and stopping prohibitions on both sides of Gloucester Street, from Yonge Street to Church Street, and recommending:

(1) That the parking prohibition at anytime on the north side of Gloucester Street, from Yonge Street to Church Street, be rescinded;

(2) That the parking prohibition at anytime on the south side of Gloucester Street, from Yonge Street to a point 91.5 metres further east, be rescinded;

(3) That stopping be prohibited from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily, on the north side of Gloucester Street, from Yonge Street to Church Street;

(4) That stopping be prohibited from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily, on the south side of Gloucester Street, from Yonge Street to a point 91.5 metres further east;

(5) That parking be prohibited from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., daily, on the north side of Gloucester Street, from Yonge Street to Church Street;

(6) That parking be prohibited from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., daily, on the south side of Gloucester Street, from Yonge Street to a point 91.5 metres further east; and

(7) 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.

On motion by Councillor Adams, the Toronto Community Council deferred consideration of the foregoing report until its meeting to be held on June 22, 1999.

(Letter sent to: Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services; c.: Curt Russell, Works and Emergency Services; Metropolitan Toronto Police Services Board - Encl. - June 3, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(n))

5.53 Introduction Of Permit Parking On The West Side Of Mutual Street, Between Mcgill Street And Carlton Street (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, respecting the introduction of permit parking on the west side of Mutual Street between McGill Street and Carlton Street, and recommending that:

(1) permit parking be introduced on the west side of Mutual Street, between McGill Street and Carlton Street, on a street name basis, to operate during the hours of 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week;

(2) Schedule A of Municipal Code Chapter 400, Traffic and Parking, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code, be amended to incorporate the west side of Mutual Street, between McGill Street and Carlton Street; and

(3) the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of all necessary bills.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 33)

5.54 Installation/Removal Of On-Street Disabled Persons Parking Space. (High Park, Davenport, Don River and East Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 12, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending the installation/removal of on-street disabled persons parking spaces as noted in Table "A" of the report.

On motion by Councillor Disero, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 34)

5.55 Extension Of Permit Parking Hours On Logan Avenue, Between Langley Avenue And Riverdale Avenue (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 11, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, respecting the extension of permit parking hours on Logan Avenue between Langley Avenue and Riverdale Avenue and recommending that:

(1) the permit parking hours of operation on Logan Avenue, between Langley Avenue and Riverdale Avenue, be extended from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week, to 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week;

(2) Schedule C of Municipal Code Chapter 400, Traffic and Parking, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code, be amended to incorporate Logan Avenue, between Langley Avenue and Riverdale Avenue; and

(3) the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of all necessary bills.

On motion by Councillor Layton, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 35)

5.56 Introduction Of Permit Parking On Both Sides Of Davenport Road, From Christie Street To Bathurst Street And From Ossington Avenue To Christie Street (Davenport & Midtown)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 11, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, respecting the introduction of permit parking on both sides of Davenport Road from Christie Street to Bathurst Street and from Ossington Avenue to Christie Street, and recommending that:

(1) permit parking be introduced on both sides of Davenport Road, from Christie Street to Bathurst Street and from Ossington Avenue to Christie Street, on a street name basis, to operate during the hours of 12:01 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., 7 days a week;

(2) Schedule P of Municipal Code Chapter 400, Traffic and Parking, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code, be amended to incorporate Davenport Road, from Christie Street to Bathurst Street and from Ossington Avenue to Christie Street; and

(5) the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of all necessary bills.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a report (October 1, 1998) from Acting Assistant Director, By-law Administration and Enforcement, City Works Services.

On motion by Councillor Disero, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the report (May 11, 1999) from the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 36)

4.57 Extension Of Permit Parking Hours On Latimer Avenue, Between Eglinton Avenue West And Crestview Road (North Toronto)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 10, 1999) from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, District 1, respecting the extension of permit parking hours on Latimer Avenue between Eglinton Avenue West and Crestview Road, and recommending that:

(1) the permit parking hours of operation on Latimer Avenue, between Eglinton Avenue West and Crestview Road, be extended from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week, to 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 7 days a week;

(2) Schedule P of Municipal Code Chapter 400, Traffic and Parking, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code, be amended to incorporate Latimer Avenue, between Eglinton Avenue West and Crestview Road; and

(3) the appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of all necessary bills.

On motion by Councillor Walker, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 37)

5.58 Portugal Village, Area Bounded By Crawford Street, College Street, Grace Street/Bellwoods Avenue And Dundas Street West - Rescindment Of Traffic Calming Proposal (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 30, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending:

(1) That By-law No. 1996-0202 (to further amend By-law No. 602-89), enacted by the former City of Toronto Council on April 29, 1996, to authorize the narrowing of sections of the pavement for traffic calming purposes on the streets in the Portugal Village Area bounded by Crawford Street, College Street, Grace Street/Bellwoods Avenue and Dundas Street West, and associated Drawing Nos. 421F-4588, 421F-4589 and 421F-4591, dated January 1996, be rescinded;

(2) That By-law No. 1996-0391 (to further amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 400) enacted by the former City of Toronto Council on August 12, 1996, respecting traffic and parking regulations associated with the narrowing of sections of the pavement for traffic calming purposes on certain streets in the Portugal Village Area, be rescinded; 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.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a communication (May 25, 1999) from Ms. Fiona Chapman and Mr. David Pond.

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council:

(1) recommended the adoption of the foregoing report (April 30, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services; and

(2) requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to develop a street calming plan (street humps) for Crawford Street, from Dundas Street West to College Street, and to subsequently conduct a poll in this regard.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services; c.: Bob Runnings, Works and Emergency Services; Director, Transportation Services, District 1 - Encl. - June 9, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 38)

5.59 Request To Rescind "U" Turn Prohibition On St. Clair Avenue West Between Dufferin Street And Oakwood Avenue (Davenport)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 27, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, respecting the rescindment of the "U" turn prohibition on St. Clair Avenue West between Dufferin Street and Oakwood Avenue, and recommending that this report be received for information.

On motion by Councillor Fotinos, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that Council rescind the "U" turn prohibition on St. Clair Avenue West between Dufferin Street and Oakwood Avenue.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 39)

5.60 Amendments To Parking Regulations - Eastern Avenue At Dibble Street (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 11, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending that stopping be prohibited at all times on the north side of Eastern Avenue, between Dibble Street and a point 40 metres east thereof.

On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 40)

5.61 Section 37 Amendment: 55, 60, 70 And 80 Mill Street (Gooderham And Worts Distillery Complex) (Don River)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 12, 1999) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, and recommending that the City Solicitor be authorized to prepare and execute an amending agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act for Nos. 55, 60, 70 and 80 Mill Street (Gooderham and Worts Distillery Complex) to give effect to the changes described therein.

On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 41)

5.62 905 Queen Street West - Heritage Easement Agreement (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 12, 1999) from the Managing Director, Heritage Toronto, and recommending that authority be granted for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of 905 Queen Street West.

On motion by Councillor Silva, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 42)

5.63 Operation Of The 1999 Molson Indy Race At Exhibition Place (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 29, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, respecting the operation of the 1999 Molson Indy Race at Exhibition Place and recommending:

(1) That authority be granted to totally occupy or close Lake Shore Boulevard West between Strachan Avenue and Ontario Drive from 9:00 p.m. Thursday, July 15, 1999, to 11:59 p.m. Sunday, July 18, 1999, except for emergency vehicles and Transportation Department vehicles. (Access and egress will be maintained to Ontario Place and local Lake Shore Boulevard West traffic by an alternate route via Remembrance Drive, a parallel road on the south edge of Lake Shore Boulevard West);

(2) That stopping be prohibited from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. from July 16, 1999 to July 18, 1999 inclusive, on both sides of Fleet Street from Bathurst Street to Strachan Avenue, and on both sides of Strachan Avenue from Lake Shore Boulevard West to King Street West; 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.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it Clause 7 of Report No. 4 of the Urban Environment and Development Committee, titled "Renewal of Agreement to Permit Molson Indy Race at Exhibition Place for 1998, 1999 and 2000", which was adopted without amendment by City Council at its meeting held on April 16, 1998.

On motion by Councillor Miller, the Toronto Community Council:

(1) recommended to City Council the adoption of the report (April 29, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services; and

(2) requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, to report to the Toronto Community Council, on the impact of the event on transit and traffic.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 43)

5.64 Public Art Contributions

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 4, 1999) from the City Clerk advising that City Council at its Special Meeting held on April 26, 27 and 28, 1999, adopted, as amended, Clause No. 1 contained in Report No. 8 of The Strategic Policies and Priorities Committee, headed "1999 Operating Budget" and in so doing, Council referred the following motion to the Toronto Community Council for consideration:

"It is further recommended that immediately, and until further notice, the Public Art contributions payable upon approval of developments located in the Toronto Community Council area, and in any other community in the City of Toronto, be applied to public transit operating and capital deficits."

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council received the foregoing matter.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(p))

5.65 Provision Of Litter Bins With Advertising

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 3, 1999) from the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services recommending that the Community Councils, except Etobicoke, advise Toronto Council as soon as possible whether they support replacing existing litter bins with new bins with an advertising component and, if so, whether there are any existing bin locations in the Community Council Area that should be excluded.

Mr. Andonis Artemakis appeared before the Toronto Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

The Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that:

On motion by Councillor Miller, as amended by Councillor Bossons:

(1) all bin locations in High Park and Midtown Wards be excluded;

On motion by Councillor Chow:

(2) bin locations for the west side of the Downtown ward be approved, subject to Councillor Chow's advice directly to Council, as a result of her consultations with the community;

On further motion by Councillor Miller:

(3) the City bins which will be made available as a result of being replaced by the new bins, be relocated to High Park; and

On motion by Councillor Fotinos:

(6) the new bins which are not being utilized in the High Park and Midtown Wards be relocated to Davenport ward and the east side of the Downtown ward.

(Letter sent to: City Council; c.: Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services; Tim Michael, Manager, Solid Waste Management Services, Works and Emergency Services, Metro Hall; Angelos Bacopoulos, General Manager, Solid Waste Management Services, Works and Emergency Services - Encl. - June 2, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 57)

5.66 Ontario Municipal Board Appeal With Respect To A Decision By The Committee Of Adjustment - 233 Pearson Avenue (High Park)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a joint communication (undated) from Councillors Korwin-Kuczynski and Miller respecting the Ontario Municipal Board appeal of the Committee of Adjustment decision for No. 233 Pearson Avenue, and requesting City Council to advise the Ontario Municipal Board that the variances being sought by the applicant were not considered minor, and the owner's past history of zoning, building, and possible plumbing and fire code violations, did not warrant consideration of approval of the appeal by the Ontario Municipal Board

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the Decision of the Committee of Adjustment dated December 9, 1998.

On motion by Councillor Korwin-Kuczynski, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that the City Solicitor be instructed to attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in support of the Committee of Adjustment decision respecting 233 Pearson Avenue.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 44)

5.67 Request For Speed Hump Report - For Lindsey Avenue Between Dufferin Street And Havelock Street (Trinity Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a communication (May 10, 1999) from Councillor Pantalone requesting Commissioner of City Works Services to report on the feasibility of speed humps being installed on Lindsey Avenue, between Dufferin Street and Havelock Street.

On motion by Councillor Silva, the Toronto Community Council requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to report to the Community Council on the feasibility of installing speed humps on Lindsey Avenue, between Dufferin Street and Havelock Street, and on Gladstone Avenue between College Street and Sylvan Avenue, and to conduct a poll thereon.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services - Encl. - June 2, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(q))

5.68 Request For Endorsement Of Events For Liquor Licensing Purposes

The Toronto Community Council had before it the following reports requesting endorsement of events for liquor licensing purposes:

- (May 3, 1999) from Regatta Manager, The East Seal Society;

- (May 3, 1999) from Tenant Services Co-ordinator, Omers Realty Management Corporation;

- (April 30, 1999) from Human Resources Department, Ontario Medical Association;

- (April 29, 1999) from Mr. Noble, Street Events Management;

- (May 7, 1999) from President, Toronto Australia New Zealand Club;

- (May 10, 1999) from Producer, Music Africa;

- (May 11, 1999) from Director of Development, Tarragon Theatre;

- (Undated) Mutale Chanda, General Manager, Mosi-O-Tunya Performing Arts Centre;

- (Undated) from Councillors Pantalone and Silva;

- (May 17, 1999) from Ms. Bishop, Client Relations Co-ordinator, McMillan Binch Barristers & Solicitors;

- (May 11, 1999) from Su Hutchinson, Director of Development, Tarragon Theatre;

- (May 10, 1999) from Ms. Leslie, Executive Assistant to COO, BBDO Toronto;

- (May 17, 1999) from Ms. MacPherson, Chair, BBMBIA, Festival on Bloor;

- (May 7, 1999) from Mr. Kolber, Medium One Productions Inc.;

- (May 19, 1999) from Fern Gordon respecting Zyng Asian Market and Noodlery;

- (May 6, 1999) from Ms. Alison Kemper, Executive Director, the 519 Church Street Community Centre;

- (May 14, 1999) from Ms. Bailey, Public Affairs, Imperial Life Financial;

- (May 14, 1999) from Ms. Marshall, Port Operations Department, The Toronto Harbour Commissioners;

- (May 3, 1999) from Scott Kearns, Chick'n'deli;

- (May 6, 1999) from Bill Stratas, Vivo Restaurant & Billiard Lounge;

- (May 20, 1999) from Emily Robinson;

- (May 21, 1999) from Jason Saker;

- (May 18, 1999) from Pamela Briggs, Black, Sutherland, Crabbe; and

- (May 27, 1999) from Ms. Sue Graham-Nutter, Affinity Marketing Concepts.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended that City Council, for liquor licensing purposes:

(1) declare the following to be events of municipal and/or community significance and advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has no objection to their taking place:

(a) 11th Annual AfroFest to be held at Queen's Park on July 11, 1999;

(b) African Music Festival to be held in the Mosi-O-Tunya Performing Arts Centre, 165 John Street from July 6, 1999 - July 11, 1999;

(dd) Caribana Steel Band Competition to be held in the Mosi-O-Tunya Performing Arts Centre, 165 John Street from July 16, 1999 - August 2, 1999;

(d) Portugal Day to be held in Trinity Bellwoods Park on June 12 and 13, 1999;

(e) Fourth Annual Festival on Bloor to be held at various locations on Bloor Street West on July 4, 1999 from noon - 7:00 p.m.; and

(f) Taste of the Danforth, on Danforth Avenue between Broadview Avenue and Jones Avenue on August 6, 1999 from 6:00 p.m. to midnight, August 7, 1999 from noon to midnight and August 8, 1999 from noon to 8:00 p.m.;

(2) advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it is aware of the following events and has no objection to their taking place:

(a) Tenth Annual Easter Seals Regatta - Royal Canadian Yacht Club- July 11, 1999 - 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.;

(b) Annual Tenant Barbecue - 2 Bloor Street West - July 15, 1999 - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.;

(d) Appreciation Event on (Hanlan's Point, Area 111) Toronto Island - June 24, 1999 at 4:00 - 10:00 p.m.;

(e) Beer Garden at 519 Church Street, as part of Lesbian and Gay Pride Celebrations - June 26, 1999 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. and June 27, 1999 from noon to 9:00 p.m.;

(f) Imperial Life Staff Luncheon at Don Valley Brick Works on June 17, 1999;

(g) Toronto Harbour Commissioners Staff Barbecue -The Don Valley Brick Works - 475 Unwin Avenue - June 17, 1999 at 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.;

(h) Black, Sutherland, Crabbe Staff picnic to be held at Hanlan's Point on June 25, 1999 from 12:00 Noon to 8:00 p.m.;

(3) advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it is aware of the corporate event taking place on the pavement and south sidewalk of Mercer Street from Blue Jays Way to a point 200 feet east thereof, to be held from 6:00 p.m. on July 15, 1999 until July 16, 1999 at 2:00 a.m., and has no objection it taking place; nor to an extension of the licensed area for the purpose of the event;

(31) advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it is aware of theTranzac Clubbing Weekend taking place at the TRANZAC Club, 292 Brunswick Avenue, from June 25 - 27, 1999 and has no objection to it taking place; nor to an extension of liquor licence #40010 to cover an outdoor marquee at the back of the TRANZAC Club and the front lobby;

(5) advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has no objection to the extension of Liquor Licence #804127 to cover an outdoor beverage area to be located in front of the Tarragon Theatre, to run for the duration of the Fringe, Toronto's Theatre Festival - July 1 - July 11, 1999;

(6) advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has no objection to the extension of Liquor Licence of Zyng Asian Market and Noodlery at 730 Yonge Street, to cover an outdoor patio for events to be held from June 18 - 27, June 25 - July 3, 1999, July 16 - August 2, 1999 and September 8 - 18, 1999;

(7) endorse the actions of the Toronto Community Council, since the event takes place prior to Council's meeting, in advising the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has declared the African Jazz Festival, to be held in the Mosi-O-Tunya Performing Arts Centre at 165 John Street, from June 4, 1999 - June 20, 1999 to be of municipal and/or community significance and has no objection to its taking place; and

(8) endorse the actions of the Toronto Community Council, since the following events take place prior to Council's meeting, in advising the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it is aware of the following events and has no objection to their taking place:

(a) Studio Opening at 398 Adelaide Street West on June 10, 1999, at 9:00 p.m.;

(b) EurOptimum display Inc. at 345 Adelaide Street West, 4th Floor, on Friday, May 28, 1999 from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.;

(c) Event to be held in the parking area of plaza located at 744 Mt. Pleasant Road on May 29 and 30, 1999 from noon - 11:00 p.m.;

(d) Event to be held in the parking area of plaza located at 756 Mount Pleasant Road on May 29 and 30, 1999 from Noon to 11:00 p.m.;

(e) Omer's Realty Company Barbecue - 2 Bloor Street - May 27, 1999 at 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.; and

(f) Company Spring/Summer Party -Canadian Film Centre - May 28, 1999 at 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

(Letter sent to: Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario, Special Occasion Permits, 55 Lakeshore Boulevard East, Toronto, Ontario, M5E 1A4, Attention: Mr. Wayne Jackson, Manager - Encl. - May 26, 1999; Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario, Special Occasion Permits, 55 Lakeshore Boulevard East, Toronto, Ontario, M5E 1A4, Attention: Mr. Wayne Jackson, Manager; c.: Ms. Crystal Siemens, 398 Adelaide Street West, Suite 808, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 1S7; Mr. Jason Saker, EurOptimum Display Inc., 345 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 1R5; Mr. Bill Stratas, VIVO Restaurant & Billiard Lounge, 756 Mount Pleasant Road, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2N2 - Encl. - May 27, 1999; Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario, Special Occasion Permits, 55 Lakeshore Boulevard East, Toronto, Ontario, M5E 1A4, Attention: Mr. Wayne Jackson, Manager; c.: Mr. Mutale Chanda, General Manager, Mosi-O-Tunya Performing Arts Centre, 165 John Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1X3 - Encl. - May 31, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 45)

5.69 A Harmonized Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) By-Law For The City Of Toronto: Community Input Process

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (April 6, 1999) from the Secretary, Board of Health advising that the Board of Health at its meeting on April 6, 1999:

(1) adopted the report dated March 26, 1999, from the Medical Officer of Health with respect to the community input process for a harmonized Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) By-law for the City of Toronto; and

(7) forwarded such report to the Community Councils for staff presentation and deputations on the policy options and recommendations paper attached thereto, at the Community Council meetings scheduled to be held on May 26 and 27, 1999, with recommendations from the Community Councils to be referred to the Medical Officer of Health and the City Solicitor for consideration and recommendations back to the Board of Health at its meeting on June 28 and 29, 1999.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it the following report/communications:

- (May 6, 1999) from the Secretary, Board of Health respecting Ventilation Option for the Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) By-law;

- (May 17, 1999) from Ms. Elizabeth and Mr. Ian White;

- (May 19, 1999) from Mr. Allan S. McPherson;

- (May 18, 1999) from Mr. Alan Warren;

- (May 25, 1999) from Mr. Jack Micay;

- (May 25, 1999) from President, Council for a Tobacco-free Ontario;

- (May 19, 1999) from Mr. James Panousopoulos, Victoria Restaurant;

- (May 25, 1999) from Vice-President Food and Beverage, Bowlerama Limited;

- Petition with 107 signatures in opposition to total ban on smoking in coffee shops;

- Presentation - May 26, 1999 - Greater Toronto Hotel Association - Ontario Restaurant Association;

- (May 26, 1999) from Mr. Fred Luk, Filet of Sole;

- (May 26, 1999) from Mr. Michael Perley, Ontario Campaign for Action on Tobacco;

- (May 26, 1999) from Lobsang Samchok, Everest Café;

- (May 26, 1999) from Ms. Judith Myrvold, Council for a Tobacco-Free Toronto (CTFT);

- (Undated) from Ms. Debbie Thuston;

- (Undated) from Ms. Winnie Leung;

- (Undated) from Ms. Diane Finkle;

- (May 26, 1999) from Terry Mundell, President, Ontario Restaurant Association; and

- (May 24, 1999) from Ms. Barbara West.

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

On May 26, 1999:

- Mr. Danny Gayle;

- Mr. Michael Perley, Ontario Campaign for Action on Tobacco;

- Mr. Al Carbone;

- Ms. Marilyn Soper, Hilton Toronto;

- Mr. Mike O'Connor, Joe Badali's Restaurant;

- Mr. Victor Miller, Bartending School of Ontario;

- Mr. Leslie Major, Reillys Restaurant;

- Mr. John Anderson, Yonge Street Small Business;

- Mr. G. Francis Deck, Fran Restaurants Ltd.;

- Mr. Peter Chen, Ontario Chinese Restaurant & Food Association;

- Mr. Jonathan Dixit, The Duke of Gloucester;

- Ms. Judith Myrvold, Council for a Tobacco-Free Toronto;

- Mr. Marvin Greenberg, The Hospitality Network Inc.;

- Ms. Debra DeMonte, The Longest Yard Restaurant and North Toronto Merchants Association;

- Mr. Tony Florsham, Elephant and Castle;

- Mr. David Blosdale;

- Ms. Judy Perly, Free Times Cafe;

- Ms. Kathleen Morris;

- Ms. Fran Walsh;

- Ms. Debbie Thurston, Mary John's Restaurant;

- Ms. M. Kennedy Baker, Canadian Council for Non-Smoking;

- Ms. Heli Donaldson; and

- Ms. Neila Poscente.

On May 27, 1999:

- Mr. Paul Manna, Manna Franchise Corporation;

- Ms. Jo-Anne Azzarello, The Toronto Entertainment District Association;

- Mr. Dino Magnatta, Living Well Cafe and Zelda's Living Well;

- Mr. Samy Chong;

- Mr. Martin McSkimming, Hemingway's Restaurant;

- Ms. Diane Finkle;

- Ms. Joanna Kirton;

- Mr. Thomas Hutchison;

- Mr. Colin Finkle;

- Mr. Douglas Ibbitson;

- Mr. Srdjan Kisin;

- Ms. Virginia Rae;

- Sandi Lublin;

- Ms. Susan Aaron;

- Ms. Lilieth Pottinger, The Real Jerk Restaurant; and

- Mr. Gordon Hemsley, Madison Avenue Pub.

The following motions were placed but not voted on:

By Councillor Korwin-Kuczynski:

(1) That restaurants, bars, bowling centres, casinos and bingo and billiard halls have 75% non-smoking and 25% smoking;

(2) That the Medical Officer of Health, the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, and the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services report on the appropriate technology which will help eliminate second-hand smoke;

By Councillor Walker:

(3) That Recommendation Nos. (1), 2(i) and 3(i) of the report (March 26, 1999) from the Medical Officer of Health, addressed to the Board of Health, be adopted;

(4) That Recommendation No. (1) of the report (March 26, 1999) from the Medical Officer of Health, addressed to the Board of Health, be amended to read:

"(1) That workplaces in the City of Toronto be smoke-free and existing separately ventilated Designated Smoking Rooms be permitted to remain";

(5) That existing Designated Smoking Rooms in public places be permitted to remain; and

(6) That a public education campaign be undertaken to publicize the City's position in this regard.

At 2:15 p.m. on May 27, 1999, the Clerk called the roll and recorded the names of those present:

Councillors Rae, Bossons, Jakobek, Johnston, Korwin-Kuczynski, McConnell, Walker.

There being only 7 members present, the meeting failed through lack of quorum.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(r))

5.70 Heydon Park Road

The Toronto Community Council had before it a communication (May 4, 1999) from Councillor Silva respecting the installation of two speed humps on Heydon Park Road.

On motion by Councillor Silva, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that 2 speed humps be installed on Heydon Park Road, subject to a positive poll.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 46)

5.71 Proposed Use Of Funds Generated From Cash-In-Lieu Of Parkland Dedication

The Toronto Community Council had before it a communication (May 18, 1999) from the City Clerk forwarding Clause 5 of Urban Environment and Development Report No. 7, titled, "Further Report on Proposed Use of Funds Generated from Cash-in-lieu of Parkland Dedication", requesting that the Community Councils submit their comments to the Planning and Transportation Committee for consideration at its meeting to be held on June 14, 1999.

On motion by Councillor Adams, the Toronto Community Council recommended to the Planning and Transportation Committee that:

(1) the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism submit a report to the Planning and Transportation Committee, and Community Councils, on all concerns expressed by Members of Council in regard to park deficiencies, by district, community and Ward;

(2) the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism and the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services submit a joint report to the Planning and Transportation Committee, and Community Councils, on mechanisms for acquiring additional parkland in areas that are parkland deficient; and

(26) the Commissioners, in their joint report, include population density and other measures as mechanisms to identify parkland deficiencies.

(Letter sent to: Planning and Transportation Committee; c.: Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism; Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services - Encl. - June 2, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(s))

5.72 Urban Planning And Development Services Department - Staff Resources

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 18, 1999) from the City Clerk, Urban Planning and Development Committee forwarding that Committee's action of May 17, 1999 respecting staff resources, to the Community Councils for information and to the Budget Committee for consideration and report directly to Council for its meeting on June 9, 1999.

On motion by Councillor Walker, the Toronto Community Council unanimously endorsed, as follows, the recommendations of the Urban Environment and Development Committee respecting the Urban Planning and Development Services Department - Staff Resources:

Yeas - Councillors Rae, Adams, Chow, Bossons, Disero, Fotinos, Jakobek, Johnston, Layton, Miller, Pantalone, Silva and Walker - 13

(Letter sent to: City Council Budget Committee; c.: City Clerk, Urban Planning and Development Committee - Encl. - June 2, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(t))

5.73 Parks And Recreation - Status Of Harmonization Of Outdoor Pool Operations

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 17, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism respecting the status of harmonization of the Parks and Recreation outdoor pool operations and recommending that the report be received for information.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council received the foregoing report for information.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism; c.: John A. Macintyre, Director of Parks and Recreation, Central Services and the Waterfront, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism - Encl. - June 1, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(u))

5.74 Appointments To Committee Of Management - Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (undated) from the Executive Director, Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre, respecting appointments to the Committee of Management of the Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre.

On motion by Councillor Layton, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that Julie Huynh, Chris Paterson and Hamdan Saleh be appointed to the Committee of Management of the Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre to replace Sing Chow, Verity Crewe-Nelson and Milley Thompson, on an interim basis, at the pleasure of Council, and until their successors are appointed.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 47)

5.75 Sewage Drains Servicing Multiple Residential Properties/City-Wide Program To Achieve Separate Drains For Each Residential Property

The Toronto Community Council had before it a communication (May 19, 1999) from Councillor Pantalone requesting the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, in consultation with appropriate officials, to report on sewage drains servicing multiple residential properties and City-wide programs to achieve separate drains for each residential property.

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, in consultation with appropriate officials, to report on:

(1) sewage drains servicing multiple residential properties;

(2) problems which are encountered with such sewage drains (including neighbour disputes and inefficiencies with such drains); and

(27) how a city-wide program similar to the Water Service Upgrading Program could achieve separate drains for each residential property.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services - Encl. - June 2, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(v))

5.76 Bathurst Street And College Street - Proposed Eastbound And Westbound Left-Turn Prohibitions During The Morning Peak Period (Downtown, Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 18, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, and recommending:

(1) That eastbound and westbound left turns be prohibited on College Street at Bathurst Street from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, TTC vehicles excepted;

(2) That TTC vehicles also be exempted from the existing 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday eastbound and westbound left-turn prohibitions on College Street at Bathurst Street; and

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

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report (May 18, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 48)

5.77 Garrison Creek Initiatives - Narrowing Of The Pavements On Argyle Street And Markham Street (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council had before it a report (May 20, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services, respecting the narrowing of the pavement on Argyle Street and Markham Street in conjunction with the Garrison Creek Initiatives, and recommending:

(1) That approval be given to narrow the pavements on Argyle Street and Markham Street as follows:

a) "the realignment and narrowing of the pavement on ARGYLE STREET from Ossington Avenue to Givens Street from a width of 7.32 m to a width of 6.10 m, as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2223, dated May, 1999";

b) "the realignment and narrowing of the pavement on MARKHAM STREET from Queen Street West to Robinson Street from a width of 7.32 m to a width of 6.10 m, as shown on the attached print of Drawing No. SK-2222, dated May, 1999"; 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.

On motion by Councillor Disero, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the foregoing report (May 20, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services District 1, Works and Emergency Services.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 49)

5.78 Dogs Off-Leash Hours - Craigleigh Gardens And Ramsden Park

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a communication (May 25, 1999) from Councillor Adams respecting Dogs Off-Leash Hours in Craigleigh Gardens and Ramsden Park.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it a communication (May 21, 1999) from Michael Zessner.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the recommendations contained in the foregoing communication from Councillor Adams.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 50)

5.79 Designation Of Number Of City's Allocation Of Bus Shelter Advertising Spaces - Task Force To Bring Back The Don 10^th Anniversary Efforts

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a report (May 19, 1999) from the Chair, Task Force to Bring Back the Don respecting a request to City Works staff to assist the Task Force by designating a number of the City's allocation of bus shelter advertising spaces as part of the public awareness and education campaign for the Task Force's 10th Anniversary efforts.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services be requested to assist the Task Force to Bring Back the Don by designating a number of the City's allocation of bus shelter advertising spaces as part of the public awareness and education campaign for the Task Force's 10th Anniversary efforts, as set out in the following communication (May 19, 1999) from the Chair, Task Force to Bring Back the Don.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 51)

5.80 Installation Of Speed Humps - Bellwoods Avenue Between Queen Street West And Dundas Street West (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a joint communication (undated) from Councillors Pantalone and Silva respecting alterations to Bellwoods Avenue from Queen Street West to Dundas Street West by the installation of speed humps.

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the recommendations contained in the foregoing communication (undated) from Councillors Pantalone and Silva.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 52)

5.81 Ontario Municipal Board Appeal - City-Owned Trees - 159 And 161 Beatrice Street (Trinity-Niagara)

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a joint communication (undated) from Councillors Pantalone and Silva respecting the appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board from the decision by City Council denying the removal of two City-owned trees at Nos. 159-161 Beatrice Street.

The Toronto Community Council also had before it Clause 31 of Report No. 4 of the Toronto Community Council, titled "Removal of Two City Owned Trees - 159 and 161 Beatrice Street (Trinity-Niagara)" which was adopted by the Council of the City of Toronto at its meeting held on March 2, 3 and 4, 1999.

On motion by Councillor Pantalone, the Toronto Community Council recommended that the City Solicitor be authorized to take all necessary action, including bringing forward a motion before the Ontario Municipal Board, to dismiss the appeal of the decision of City Council at its meeting held on March 2, 3 and 4, 1999, denying the removal of two city-owned trees at 159-161 Beatrice Street.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 53)

5.82 Installation Of Signs Direction Traffic To Downtown Chinatown As A Tourist Designation (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a communication (May 25, 1999) from Councillor Chow respecting the installation of signs directing traffic to Downtown Chinatown as a Tourist Designation.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, in consultation with appropriate officials, to report to the Toronto Community Council on the feasibility of installing signs at appropriate locations, directing traffic to Downtown Chinatown as a tourist destination and to consult with the Chinatown Development Association on possible locations for such signs.

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services; c.: Mr. Signey S. Poon, Toronto Chinatown Community Development Association, 377 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2G3 - Encl. - June 2, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(w))

5.83 Erection Of Street Sign - Rua Da Madeira (Davenport)

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a joint communication (undated) from Councillors Disero and Fotinos respecting the erection of a Street Sign at the southeast corner of Edwin Avenue and Dupont Street for the Madeira Club.

On motion by Councillor Fotinos, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council that a sign be erected, prior to July 1, 1999, on the southeast corner of Edwin Avenue and Dupont Street for the Madeira Club, such sign to read "Dupont Street" and underneath "Rua da Madeira".

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 54)

5.84 Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - Appeal Of Committee Of Adjustment Decision - 15 Edith Avenue (Davenport)

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a joint communication (undated) from Councillors Disero and Fotinos respecting the variance application for No. 15 Edith Avenue.

On motion by Councillor Fotinos, the Toronto Community Council recommended to City Council the adoption of the following motion by Councillor Disero, seconded by Councillor Fotinos:

"WHEREAS the Committee of Adjustment, at its hearing on May 11, 1999, in dealing with a variance application from the owner of Premises No. 15 Edith Avenue for the replacement of a garage at the rear of the property, granted the variance permitting at 1.52 metre setback of the garage from the centre line of the lane instead of the minimum 2.5 metres required by the Zoning By-law; and

WHEREAS the 2.5 metre setback required by the Zoning By-law would improve traffic operations in the public lane system, particularly at the intersection of the north-south and east-west public lanes which abut this site; and

WHEREAS it appears feasible to set back the garage the required 2.5 metres without impacting significantly on the property, which has a depth of approximately 46 metres; and

WHEREAS the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services expressed concern in writing to the Committee of Adjustment with respect to the proposed setback of the garage; and

WHEREAS area residents who attended the Committee of Adjustment hearing on May 11, 1999 were not provided with an adequate opportunity to express their concerns with the proposed variance at the hearing;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City Solicitor, and appropriate City officials, be instructed to appear at the Ontario Municipal Board in support of the appeal by the area residents of the Committee of Adjustment Decision of May 11, 1999 to grant the variance respecting the setback requirements for Premises No. 15 Edith Avenue."

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 55)

5.85 Removal Of Parking Meters To Provide For Bus Parking Spaces - Dundas Street, West Of Spadina Avenue (Downtown)

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a communication (May 25, 1999) from Councillor Chow respecting the removal of 3 parking meters to provide for a bus parking space on the south side of Dundas Street, west of Spadina Avenue.

On motion by Councillor Chow, the Toronto Community Council recommended that, based on requests from the Toronto Downtown Community Development Association and Dragon City Developments Inc., three parking meters be removed from the south side of Dundas Street West, west of Spadina Avenue, to provide for a bus parking space, such removal to be subject to the approval of the Manager of Central Region, Traffic Operations.

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 56)

5.86 Traffic Island Greenspace - Bloor Street West And Christie Street

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a communication (May 26, 1999) from Councillor Adams respecting Traffic Island Greenspace at Bloor Street West and Christie Street.

On motion by Councillor Adams, the Toronto Community Council requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services to report to the Community Council, at its meeting to be held on June 22, 1999 on the process required to accommodate the following recommendation:

"That the greenspace located on the traffic island located at Bloor Street West and Christie Street, north side, be reserved for public art purposes for the Korea Town Development Association for a period of five year."

(Letter sent to: Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services; c.: Mr. Hjai-Chang Lee, President, Korea Town Development Association, 684 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M6G 1L2 - Encl. - June 2, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(x))

5.87 Advertising Pilot Project - Sam McBride Ferry

The Toronto Community Council allowed the introduction of a communication (May 26, 1999) from Councillor Chow respecting a Pilot Project of Advertising on the outside of the Sam McBride Ferry.

On motion by Councillor Adams, the Toronto Community Council requested Heritage Toronto to report to the Toronto Community Council, at its meeting to be held on July 15, 1999, on the pilot project of advertising on the outside of the Sam McBride Ferry to Heritage Toronto and whether the pilot project should be extended or repeated.

(Letter sent to: Mr. George E. Waters, Acting General Manager, Heritage Toronto, Toronto Historical Board, 205 Yonge Street - Encl. - June 2, 1999)

(Report No. 8, Clause No. 58(y))

At 2:15 p.m. on May 27, 1999, the Clerk called the roll and recorded the names of those present:

Councillors Rae, Bossons, Jakobek, Johnston, Korwin-Kuczynski, McConnell, Walker.

There being only 7 members present, the meeting failed through lack of quorum.

Chair.

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Mayor Lastman

* Members were present for some or all of the time indicated.

May 26, 1999 and May 27, 1999	05/26/99 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.	05/26/99 Quorum Call 2:15 p.m.	05/26/99 2:00 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.	05/26/99 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.	05/27/99 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.	05/27/99 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.	05/27/99 Quorum Call 12:00 p.m.	05/27/99 Quorum Call 2:00 p.m. Lack of Quorum
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Mayor Lastman