Item - 2020.MM14.15
Tracking Status
- City Council adopted this item on January 29, 2020 without amendments.
MM14.15 - Protecting and Promoting Independent Live Theatre in Toronto and the Downtown West - by Councillor Joe Cressy, seconded by Councillor Gary Crawford
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Wards:
- All
City Council Decision
City Council on January 29, 2020, adopted the following:
1. City Council request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to identify and explore short and long-term actions to support the sustainability and continued viability of independent theatrical spaces in the Downtown West, in consultation with the independent live theatre sector, including but not limited to: the Canadian Actors Equity Association; the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees; the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres; the Toronto Arts Council; the Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts; and other interested parties.
Background Information (City Council)
Motions (City Council)
Speaker Nunziata advised Council that the provisions of Chapter 27, Council Procedures, require that Motion MM14.15 be referred to the Economic and Community Development Committee. A two-thirds vote of the Council Members present is required to waive referral.