The North York Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report (March 16, 1998) from the Commissioner of Transportation, North York Civic Centre:

Purpose:

To temporarily close portions of Baycrest Avenue and Neptune Drive, to accommodate the 18^th Annual Baycrest Challenge Fun Run.

Source of funds:

All costs associated with the temporary closure of portions of Baycrest Avenue and Neptune Drive, excluding the $50.00 application fee, are included within the 1998 operating budget.

Recommendation:

That the appropriate by-law be enacted to grant permission for the temporary road closure of portions of Baycrest Avenue and Neptune Drive, on Sunday, May 10, 1998, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. subject to the applicant's compliance with Procedural By-Law No. 27433 of the former City of North York.

Council Reference/Background/History:

Similar events have been conducted at this location for the preceding 17 years, without incident.

Discussions:

This department has received no objections from any affected departments and agencies, subject to the following condition from the Fire Department:

• •the applicant shall insure that the area to be barricaded off is clear of parked vehicles and obstacles that would interfere with the movement of fire department vehicles, in the event of an emergency, and that personnel be readily available to remove the barricades in order not to impede the movement of the Fire Department vehicles should an emergency occur. Further, the organizers of the event be made aware that should an emergency arise within the involved area, it could well interrupt the program as planned

Conclusions:

In view of the foregoing, this department supports the temporary closure of portions of Baycrest Avenue and Neptune Drive as requested by the applicant.

Contact Name:

Mr. Michael Frederick, Director of Operations, 395-7484.