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Declarations of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.

Confirmation of Minutes – September 23, 2024

Schedule of Timed Items:

9:30 a.m. - EY17.1, EY17.2

Speakers/Presentations: The speakers list will be posted online at 8:30 a.m. on October 28, 2024.

Introduction and Enactment of General Bills and Bill to Confirm the Proceedings of Community Council will be last items.  

The Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District recommends that:

1. City Council amend the former City of Etobicoke Zoning Code for the lands at 5359 Dundas Street West substantially-in-accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5a to this report.

2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 5359 Dundas Street West substantially-in-accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5b to this report.

3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

This application proposes to amend city-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit a 50-storey mixed-use building at 5359 Dundas Street West. The Etobicoke Zoning Code is also proposed to be amended to permit the use of the retained parking garage. The proposed development has gross floor area of 37,975 square metres, of which 743 square metres would be used for commercial space, and a total of 600 dwelling units.

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020) and the Provincial Planning Statement (2024), and conforms with A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020). The proposed development also conforms to the City's Official Plan, including the Etobicoke Centre Secondary Plan.

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law. The proposal contributes to the policy vision of creating a transit-oriented complete community by incorporating appropriate built form, density, and non-residential uses at a convenient location abutting the Kipling Transit Hub.

Development Review Division confirms that there are no financial implications resulting from the recommendations included in this report in the current budget year or in future years. If City Council does not make a decision on this report, there may be financial implications to the City to the current budget year and in future years.

The Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District recommends that:

1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 1828, 1828A, 1830, 1832, 1834, 1834A, 1836, 1836A, and 1844 Weston Road substantially-in-accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5.

2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

3. City Council approve the Rental Housing Demolition Application (File Number 24 177180 WET 05 RH) in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code and pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, which allows for the demolition of nine existing rental dwelling units located at 1828-1844 Weston Road, subject to the following conditions:

a. The owner shall provide and maintain nine replacement rental dwelling units on the subject site for a period of at least 20 years beginning from the date that each replacement rental dwelling unit is first occupied and, during which time, no application may be submitted to the City for condominium registration, or for any other conversion to a non-rental housing purpose, or for demolition without providing for replacement. The replacement rental dwelling units shall collectively have a total gross floor area of at least 540 square metres and be comprised of seven one-bedroom units and two two-bedroom units as generally illustrated in the plans submitted to the City, dated August 29, 2024, and any revisions to these plans shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning;

b. The owner shall, as part of the nine replacement rental dwelling units required in Recommendation 3. a. above, provide at least seven one-bedroom units and two two-bedroom units replacement rental dwelling units at affordable rents, all for a period of at least 10 years beginning from the date of first occupancy of each unit;

c. The owner shall provide an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan to all eligible tenants of the nine existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished at 1828-1844 Weston Road, addressing the right to return to occupy one of the replacement rental dwelling units at similar rents, the provision of rent gap assistance, and other assistance to lessen hardship. The Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan shall be developed in consultation with, and to the satisfaction of, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning;

d. The owner shall provide the tenants of all nine replacement rental dwelling units with access to, and use of, all indoor and outdoor amenities in the proposed building at no extra charge. Access to, and use of, these amenities shall be on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the building without the need to pre-book or pay a fee, unless specifically required as a customary practice for private bookings;

e. The owner shall provide ensuite laundry and central air conditioning in each of the replacement rental dwelling unit at no extra charge to the existing tenants;

f. The owner shall provide and make available for rent, at least, one vehicle parking space to tenants of the replacement rental dwelling units. Such parking spaces shall be made available firstly to returning tenants who previously rented a vehicle parking space, and at similar monthly parking charges that such tenants previously paid;

g. The owner shall provide tenants of all replacement rental dwelling units with access to bicycle and visitor parking on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the proposed building;

h. The replacement rental dwelling units required in recommendation 3. a. above shall be made ready and available for occupancy no later than the date by which 70% of the new dwelling units in the proposed development, exclusive of the replacement rental dwelling units, are made available and ready for occupancy, subject to any revisions to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and

i. The owner shall enter into and register on title to the lands at 1828-1844 Weston Road an agreement pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 to secure the conditions outlined in Recommendations 3. a. through 3. h. above, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

4. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to issue Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code for the demolition of the nine existing rental dwelling units located at 1828-1844 Weston Road after all the following have occurred:

a. All conditions in Recommendation 3 above have been fully satisfied and secured;

b. The Zoning By-law Amendment has come into full force and effect;

c. The issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for Site Plan Control approval by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division or their designate, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, or as otherwise agreed to by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning;

d. The issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permit) for the approved development on the site, or as otherwise agreed to by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and

e. The owner has confirmed, in writing, that all existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished are vacant.

5. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning has given Preliminary Approval referred to in Recommendation 4 above.

6. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Residential Demolition Permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code for 1828-1844 Weston Road after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning has given Preliminary Approval referred to in Recommendation 4 above, which may be included in the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 pursuant to section 6.2 of Chapter 363, on condition that:

a. The owner removes all debris and rubble from the site immediately after demolition;

b. The owner erects solid construction hoarding to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building;

c. The owner erects the proposed building on site no later than three years from the date that demolition of the existing rental dwelling units commences, subject to the time frame being extended at the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and

d. Should the owner fail to complete the proposed building within the time frame specified in Recommendation 6. c. above, the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector’s roll, as with municipal property taxes, an amount equal to the sum of twenty thousand dollars per dwelling unit for which a demolition permit is issued, and that such amount shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the land for which the Residential Demolition Permit is issued.

7. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to take such actions as are necessary to implement City Council's decision, including execution of the Section 111 Agreement and any other related agreements.

This application proposes to amend the Zoning By-law to permit the construction of a 45-storey mixed-use building with 565 residential units including nine replacement rental dwelling units and 428 square metres of non-residential gross floor area (GFA) for the lands municipally known as 1828, 1828A, 1830, 1832, 1834, 1834A, 1836, 1836A, and 1844 Weston Road. 

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020) and the Provincial Planning Statement (2024), and conforms with A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020). The proposed development also conforms to the City's Official Plan, including Site and Area Specific Policy 51 – Weston Area.

The proposal provides a supportable amount of intensification that delivers new housing and non-residential space on a main street in an area with existing higher-order transit.

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law, subject to a Holding Symbol (H), and approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Application. The proposal includes a Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan that addresses the rights of existing tenants to return to a replacement rental dwelling unit at similar rents and financial compensation to lessen hardship.

The Development Review Division confirms that there are no financial implications resulting from the recommendations included in this report in the current budget year or in future years.

The Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District recommends that:

1. The Etobicoke York Community Council receive this report for information.

This report provides a status update on the Weston in Gear Planning Study (the study) including area, process, scope, and timing. 

The study is engaging with the local community to create a renewed vision and built- form, public realm and community benefits plan for the area. Recognition of properties of cultural heritage in the community will also be included in the scope of the study as well as aligning initiatives to provide an updated municipal servicing plan and improved streetscape design of Weston Road. The study will recommend a policy framework including implementation recommendations to inform future development and public realm improvements in the study area.

A report with final recommendations as a result of the study process is targeted for the fourth quarter of 2025. A revised Site and Area Specific Policy and urban design guidelines will be reported on separately after the study process has been completed.

There are funds allocated towards this study in the City Planning Capital Budget to support the completion of study objectives.

The Director of Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one City-owned tree located at 31 Flindon Road.

This report requests that Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one City-owned tree located at 31 Flindon Road. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is due to the tree being in poor condition and in conflict with a proposed new driveway.

The Norway maple tree (Acer platanoides) measures 51 centimeters in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of this tree as it is maintainable. The permit was denied, and the applicant is appealing the decision. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant wishes to appeal the denial of a permit of a tree protected under the By-laws.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Acting Director of Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one City-owned tree located at 26 Todd Brook Drive.

This report requests that Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one City-owned tree located at 26 Todd Brook Drive. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is to allow for construction of the proposed asphalt driveway in the front yard of the property.

The Norway maple tree (Acer platanoides) measures 76 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of this tree as it is healthy and maintainable. The permit was denied, and the applicant is appealing the decision. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant wishes to appeal the denial of a permit of a tree protected under the By-laws.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Acting Director of Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one City-owned tree located at 90 Gort Avenue.

This report requests that Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one City-owned tree located at 90 Gort Avenue. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is because the tree is non-native, has established itself in a poor location, and is causing a nuisance by dropping fruit which attracts hornets.

The white mulberry tree (Morus alba) measures 26 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of this tree as it is healthy and maintainable. The permit was denied, and the applicant is appealing the decision. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant wishes to appeal the denial of a permit of a tree protected under the By-laws.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, West District recommends that Etobicoke York Community Council:  

1. Refuse to grant the application for exemption by the property owner of 23 Bradbury Crescent because the fence fails to comply with the provisions of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences and to issue a second notice to the property owner to bring the fence into compliance.

This staff report concerns a matter for which the Etobicoke York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

The purpose of this report is to advise Community Council concerning an application by the property owner of 23 Bradbury Crescent for a site-specific Fence Exemption, pursuant to Section 447-1.5(B) of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 – Fences. The property owner is seeking Community Council’s permission to maintain a wood fence on the West side of the property measuring 2.1 metres in height and increase the fence height on the South side of the property from 1.8 metres to 2.1 metres in height in height which will not comply with the standards stipulated by Section 447-1.2(A). A Notice of Violation was issued on May 15, 2024, relating to the fence height on the south side of the property.

There is no anticipated Financial Impact from this report.

The District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, West District recommends that Etobicoke York Community Council:  

1. Refuse the application for exemption by the property owner of 115 Langden Avenue because the fence and setbacks fail to comply with the provisions of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences.

This staff report concerns a matter for which the Etobicoke York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

The purpose of this report is to advise Etobicoke Community Council concerning an application by the property owner of 115 Langden Avenue for a site-specific Fence Exemption, pursuant to Section 447-1.5(B) of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 – Fences. The property owner is seeking Community Council’s permission to maintain a wood fence on the east and south side-rear of the property measuring 2.4m in height which does not comply with the standards stipulated by Section 447-1.2(A). In addition, the property owner of 115 Langden Avenue is also seeking permission to maintain the pool setbacks on the east, west and south sides of the property. The current setbacks are as follows: east side setback from the enclosure to the pools edge is 0.96m. The south side setback from the enclosure to the pools edge is 1.09m. The west side setback from the enclosure to the pools edge is 0.76m. These setbacks do not comply with the standards stipulated by Section 447 1.3E.(1). (a). A Notice of Violation was issued on November 10, 2023, relating to the above-mentioned violations.

There is no anticipated Financial Impact from this report.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that:  

1. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the closure of the north sidewalk and a 3.0 metre portion of the westbound traffic lane on Bering Avenue, between a point 50 metres east of Kipling Avenue and a point 65 metres further east and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the westbound traffic lane, from November 1, 2024 to November 30, 2025, inclusive.

2. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Bering Avenue, between Kipling Avenue and Judge Road.

3. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the south side of Bering Avenue, between Kipling Avenue and Judge Road.

4. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of  Bering Avenue, between Kipling Avenue and Judge Road.

5. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe.

6. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

7. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night.

8. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications.

9. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times.

10. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public.

11. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public.

12. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired.

13. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site.

14. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor.

15. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work.

16. Etobicoke York Community Council direct that Bering Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.

17. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Maple Reinders Constructors Limited is constructing a five-storey self-storage building at 378 Bering Avenue. The site is located on the north side of Bering Avenue, between Kipling Avenue and Judge Road.

Transportation Services is requesting authorization to close the north sidewalk and a portion of the westbound traffic lane on Bering Avenue for a period of 13 months, from November 1, 2024 to November 30, 2025. Pedestrian movements on the north side of Bering Avenue, abutting the site, will be maintained in a 2.1 metre wide covered and protected walkway located within the closed portion of the westbound traffic lane. To maintain continues flow of traffic around the construction staging area, stopping will be prohibited at all times on both sides of Bering Avenue, between Kipling Avenue and Judge Road.

There is no financial impact to the City. Maple Reinders Constructors Limited is responsible for all costs, including payment of fees to the City for the occupancy of the right-of-way. Based on the area enclosed and projected duration of the proposed closures on Bering Avenue these fees will be approximately $102,000.00.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that:  

1. City Council authorize the closure of the west sidewalk, a 0.5 metre wide portion of the southbound bicycle lane, and a 3.4 metre wide portion of the southbound traffic lane on Royal York Road, between Drummond Street and a point 30 metres north; and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the southbound curb lane, from November 30, 2024 to October 31, 2025 inclusive.

2. City Council authorize the closure of a 2.9 metre wide portion of the westbound curb lane on Drummond Street, between Royal York Road and a point 55 metres west, from November 30, 2024 to October 31, 2025 inclusive.

3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Drummond Street, between Royal York Road and a point 83 metres east.

4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Drummond Street, between Royal York Road and a point 83 metres east.

5. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Drummond Street, between Royal York Road and a point 83 metres east.

6. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Drummond Street, between Royal York Road and a point 83 metres east.

7. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe.

8. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

9. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night.

10. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications.

11. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times.

12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public.

13. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public.

14. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired.

15. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site.

16. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor.

17. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bicycle lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes.

18. City Council direct that Royal York Road and Drummond Street be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.

19. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work.

As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Royal York Road, City Council approval of this report is required.

Leader Lane Developments is constructing a 9-storey residential building at 230 Royal York Road. The site is located on the northwest corner of Royal York Road and Drummond Street.

Transportation Services is requesting authorization to close the west sidewalk, a 0.5 metre portion of the southbound bicycle lane, and a 3.4 metre portion of the southbound traffic lane on Royal York Road, as well as closure of a 2.9 metre wide portion of westbound curb lane on Drummond Street is required for a period of 11 months, from November 30, 2024 to October 31, 2025, to facilitate construction staging operations. Pedestrian movements on the west side of Royal York Road, abutting the site, will be maintained in a 2.1 metre wide covered and protected walkway. The pavement markings will be reconfigured to maintain the existing operations of bicycle lanes on both sides of the roadway, and one northbound and one southbound traffic lane.

There is no financial impact to the City. Leader Lane Developments is responsible for all costs, including payment of fees to the City for the occupancy of the right-of-way. Based on the area enclosed and projected duration of the proposed closures on Royal York Road and Drummond Street these fees will be approximately $62,000.00.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Eileen Avenue, between Scarlett Road and Florence Crescent.

2. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of five (5) speed humps on Eileen Avenue, between Scarlett Road and Florence Crescent, generally as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing TC-310 and TC-311 dated June 2024, attached to the report entitled "Eileen Avenue - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Eileen Avenue, between Scarlett Road and Florence Crescent. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Eileen Avenue.

The estimated cost for installing five (5) speed humps on Eileen Avenue is $20,000.  Funding is subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2024 Capital Budget.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Kingsview Boulevard, between Kipling Avenue and Bridesburg Drive.

2. Etobicoke York Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 6 speed humps on Kingsview Boulevard, between Kipling Avenue and Bridesburg Drive, generally as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing TC-348, TC349 and TC350 dated September 2024, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) Kingsview Boulevard" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Kingsview Boulevard, between Kipling Avenue and Bridesburg Drive. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Kingsview Boulevard.

The estimated cost for installing 6 speed humps on Kingsview Boulevard is $24,000. Funding is subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2025 Capital Budget.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:  

1. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the installation of speed bumps in the laneway first west of Royal York Road, between Melrose Street and Hay Avenue at the locations shown on Attachment 1 Drawing TC-354 dated September 2024 attached to the report entitled "Speed Bumps - Laneway West of Royal York Road North of Hay Avenue - Hay Avenue to Melrose Street" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed bumps in laneway west of Royal York Road, between Melrose Street and Hay Avenue.

The estimated cost for the installation of two speed bumps is $1600.00. Funding would be subject to availability and competing priorities within Transportation Services 2025 Operating Budget.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Monogram Place, between Islington Avenue and a point 82 metres west of Islington Avenue.

2. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing maximum two-hour parking regulation in effect at all times, on the north side of Monogram Place, between a point 82 metres west of Islington Avenue and the west end of Monogram Place.

3. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Monogram Place, between Islington Avenue and the west end of Monogram Place.

4. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Monogram Place between Islington Avenue and the west end of Monogram Place.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is recommending that the existing parking regulations on the north and south sides of Monogram Place be amended to prohibit stopping at all times. The proposed amendment will deter parking.

The signage costs associated with the proposed amendments are approximately $3200.00. Funding is available within the Transportation Services current Operating Budget.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:  

1. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing no parking anytime regulation on both sides of Renown Road, between Dundas Street West and Tyre Avenue.

2. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Renown Road, between Dundas Street West and Tyre Avenue.

3. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the east side of Renown Road, between Dundas Street West and laneway first north of Dundas Street West.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is recommending rescinding the existing no parking anytime prohibition on the east side of Renown Road, between Tyre Avenue and first laneway  north of Dundas Street West. The proposed amendment will allow for parking, subject to the unsigned three-hour maximum, on the east side of Renown Road between Tyre Avenue and the first laneway north of Dundas Street West. The proposed regulation will resolve a discrepancy between  the current parking regulations and the current conditions on Renown Road.

There is no financial impact resulting from the adoption of the recommendation in the report.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the amendments to parking regulations required to establish new on-street paid parking locations, as set out in Attachment 2, to the report “Pay-and-Display Parking – Audley Street and Newcastle Street” dated October 9, 2024, from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.

As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates transit service on Audley Street and Newcastle Street, City Council approval of this report is required.

Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) has worked with Transportation Services to identify new on-street paid parking in Ward 3 that will support the local community and area businesses by providing additional parking for patrons that currently cannot be accommodated within the Mimico GO Station parking lot.

Through this review, Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation of on-street paid parking at various locations in Ward 3. The proposed parking changes are all within areas that are currently subject to the unsigned three-hour maximum parking regulation and will not impact the flow of traffic.

A companion report, titled "Pay-and-Display Parking – Windsor Street and Buckingham Street" outlines the required parking amendments for streets in Ward 3 without TTC service.

All cost associated with the necessary signage changes are included within the Transportation Services 2024 Operating Budget.

All costs associated with the installation of parking machines will be assumed by the TPA. These recommendations, if fully implemented, are projected to generate an increase in annual gross revenue of up to $500,000 from the on-street paid parking program.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:  

1. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the amendments to parking regulations required to establish new on-street paid parking locations, as set out in Attachment 2, to the report “Pay-and-Display Parking – Windsor Street and Buckingham Street” dated October 9, 2024, from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) has worked with Transportation Services to identify new on-street paid parking in Ward 3 that will support the local community and area businesses by providing additional parking for patrons that currently cannot be accommodated within the Mimico GO Station parking lot.

Through this review, Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation of on-street paid parking at various locations in Ward 3. The proposed parking changes are all within areas that are currently subject to the unsigned three-hour maximum parking regulation and will not impact the flow of traffic.

A companion report, titled "Pay-and-Display Parking – Audley Street and Newcastle Street" outlines the required parking amendments for streets in Ward 3 with Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) service.

All cost associated with the necessary signage changes are included within the Transportation Services 2024 Operating Budget.

All costs associated with the installation of parking machines will be assumed by the TPA. These recommendations, if fully implemented, are projected to generate an increase in annual gross revenue of up to $400,000 from the on-street paid parking program.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:

1.  Etobicoke York Community Council authorize a compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Venn Crescent and Blackthorn Avenue.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is recommending the installation of a stop control for westbound traffic at the intersection of Venn Crescent and Blackthorn Avenue. An assessment was undertaken and it was determined that the installation of a stop control for westbound traffic is recommended in association with the extension of Venn Crescent on the east side of Blackthorn Avenue. The stop control will clearly define the right-of-way and enhance safety for all road users.

The estimated costs associated with the proposed amendment is $250. Funding is anticipated to be available within the Transportation Services 2024 Operating Budget.

The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council designate Berl Avenue between the north side of The Queensway and south side of Daniels Street as a through highway.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Etobicoke York Community Council designate Berl Avenue between The Queensway and Daniels Street as a through highway.

The estimated costs associated with the proposed amendment is $300.00. Funding is anticipated to be available within the Transportation Services 2024 Operating Budget.

The General Manager, Economic Development and Culture recommends that Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. In accordance with the City's Public Appointments Policy, appoint the following nominees to the Business Improvement Area Boards of Management set out below at the pleasure of Etobicoke York Community Council, and for a term expiring at the end of the term of Council or as soon thereafter as successors are appointed:

          Long Branch:

          Brygidyr, Andrea

          Mimico by the Lake:

          Majeski, Michael

2. Remove the following directors from the Business Improvement Area Boards of Management set out below:

          Long Branch:

          Davis, Bruce

          The Kingsway:

          D’Aprile, Julie

          Weston Village:

          Kalamaris, George

Etobicoke York Community Council has delegated authority to appoint and remove directors from the boards of Business Improvement Areas that fall within its geographic boundaries.

The purpose of this report is to make changes to the Long Branch, Mimico by the Lake, The Kingsway and Weston Village Business Improvement Area Boards of Management in accordance with the requirement of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas.

There are no current or known future year financial implications resulting from the adoption of the recommendations contained in this report.

The Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer has reviewed this report and agrees with the information as presented in the Financial Impact Section.

Councillor Anthony Perruzza recommends that:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Strathburn Boulevard at Aura Lea Boulevard.

2. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Strathburn Boulevard at Sunset Trail.

Over the years countless residents have contacted me concerned about the safety of Strathburn Boulevard. This street is home to a well-used park and a school where cars line the street each morning and afternoon. Strathburn Boulevard is also the main connecting road through the neighbourhood, and used as a short-cut to avoid traffic on Weston Road.

Speeding, numerous pedestrians and a lack of controlled intersections have led to a precarious situation along the street. Though we have made some changes to the street including updating parking rules, adding an all-way stop and Vizion Zero improvements, the issues persist. I am recommending the committee authorize two All-Way stops along Strathburn Boulevard, where there are already existing Two-Way stops.

Councillor Frances Nunziata recommends that:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Hector Avenue, between Rockcliffe Boulevard and a point 15 metres east.

I am requesting your support in amending the parking regulations along the south side of Hector Avenue, from Rockcliffe Boulevard to a point 15 metres east. My office has received numerous complaints regarding illegal parking within this no-parking zone, which has led to significant safety concerns.

Vehicles parked illegally in this area obstruct visibility for those exiting Hector Avenue, limiting their view of northbound traffic and pedestrians. This creates a hazardous situation for drivers and pedestrians alike. Despite multiple efforts by parking enforcement, residents continue to report ongoing violations.

To improve safety and address these concerns, I kindly ask for your support in adjusting the parking regulations.

Councillor Frances Nunziata recommends:

1.  Despite the provisions of the City of Toronto Property Naming Policy, City Council approve the renaming of Rainbow Park to Ernie Lustig - Rainbow Park.

Ernie Lustig was a lifelong resident of Toronto with deep connections to the Dundas and McCaul area and Kensington Market. Throughout his life, Ernie was deeply involved in Toronto's Jewish community. He was a dedicated volunteer at his local synagogue, Beth David, and supported organizations such as B'nai Brith Canada, UJA Federation, and The Sim on Wiesenthal Center.

Ernie was a passionate advocate for combating racism and fostering an inclusive society. Ernie played a pivotal role in establishing May as Jewish Heritage Month in Ontario in 2012 and was a lead volunteer for the August 16th event commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Christie Pits Riot.

As a resident for over 70 years, Ernie was proud of the Rustic-Maple Community and devoted much of his time and energy to various causes and organizations within the community. He was an active member of the local residents' association, raising funds for community facilities. He supported Provincial and Federal candidates and was a strong advocate for Reena, contributing to housing projects for individuals with developmental disabilities, including the Elm Ridge Drive project.

In recent years, he was an active member of the Rustic-Maple Leaf Homeowners Group, consistently attending meetings and contributing valuable insights. He supported the community festival and movie nights, contributed to the pollinator garden project in Maple Leaf Park, and regularly donated to the Falstaff Soup Kitchen, particularly for seniors.
Ernie played a crucial role in organizing annual Thanksgiving and Christmas collections for those in need, including seniors and individuals facing physical or mental challenges. His efforts supported diverse groups, including those from various ethnic backgrounds and refugee communities.

Rainbow Park is located near Ernie’s home and renaming the park “Ernie Lustig - Rainbow Park” would commemorate his dedication to community service. For the renaming residents submitted a petition highlighting the community’s commitment to honouring Ernie’s legacy. A formal application was also submitted to Strategic Partnerships, and staff have advised that this naming is in alignment with the City’s guiding principles for commemoration.

That:

1. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on both sides of Wilson Avenue, between Matthews Gate and the south end of Walsh Avenue.

2. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Wilson Avenue, between the south end of Walsh Avenue and a point 15 metres west of Kelvin Avenue.

3. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Wilson Avenue, between the south end of Walsh Avenue and Kelvin Avenue.

On a short section of Wilson Ave at the western-most end of the street, cars have been parking on the roadway, despite No Parking signs being present.  The situation has resulted in large trucks mounting the curb to complete their turns around the parked vehicles.  I am recommending prohibiting stopping on the street.

Councillor Stephen Holyday recommends that:

1. The Etobicoke York Community Council authorize Transportation Services to approve the installation of a commemorative tree marker within the road boulevard at the south west corner of Bloor Street West and Neilson Drive

On November 30, 2013, Constable John Zivcic, working as a traffic enforcement officer in 22 Division, responded to an emergency call for an impaired driver with his lights and sirens on. His vehicle was involved in a collision at the intersection of Bloor Street West and Neilson Drive, and he was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries. Constable Zivcic later succumbed to his injuries on Dec. 2, 2013, at age 34, with six years of service to the Toronto Police, and to the citizens of Toronto.

A tree in the city boulevard that was damaged in the collision was removed. For several years the tree stump remained, marked with the same brass numbers of his police badge: “9824”. The tree stump was eventually removed and a memorial tree was planted at that location honouring the legacy of Constable John Zivcic, who died in the line of duty. The commemorative lilac tree was unveiled in a ceremony on September 15, 2023, and is located in the grass boulevard on the south side of Bloor Street West, just west of the intersection of Neilson Drive, adjacent to other city trees.

The City of Toronto has a long standing and popular Commemorative Tree Program which allows the public to pay tribute to a loved one by planting a tree, facilitated through the Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division. Under the program a small stone marker and inscribed plaque is placed to assist in identifying the tree. Examples of trees and their markers are found throughout the city.

The purpose of this motion is to authorize Transportation Services to approve the placement of the marker within the boulevard area of the road allowance, adjacent to the commemorative tree.

Etobicoke York Community Council will introduce bills.