Item - 2023.MM6.36
Tracking Status
- City Council adopted this item on May 10, 11 and 12, 2023 without amendments.
MM6.36 - Requesting Accountability for the Destruction of the Community Garden at 133 Broadway Avenue - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 12 - Toronto - St. Paul's
City Council Decision
City Council on May 10, 11 and 12, 2023, adopted the following:
1. City Council request the Ombudsman to:
a. investigate the destruction of the garden at 133 Broadway Avenue by Toronto Community Housing Corporation; and
b. provide recommendations that empower residents’ creative animation of public and private space by encouraging City Staff to exercise discretion when enforcing regulations that support a collaborative and respectful approach with Torontonians.
Background Information (City Council)
Motions (City Council)
Speaker Nunziata advised Council that the provisions of Chapter 27, Council Procedures, need to be waived to permit introduction of Motion MM6.36. A two-thirds vote of Council Members present is required to waive notice.
Speaker Nunziata advised Council that the provisions of Chapter 27, Council Procedures, require that Motion MM6.36 be referred to the Executive Committee. A two-thirds vote of the Council Members present is required to waive referral.