Milne House Garden Club Donation (Don Parkway)
The Economic Development Committee recommends the adoption of the report
(September 2, 1998) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and
Tourism.
The Economic Development Committee reports, for the information of Council, that Mrs.
Gwen Gray and Mrs. Betty Crosby, Co-Chairs of the Milne Hollow Committee of the Milne
House Garden Club presented a cheque to the City for the purpose of planting trees at Milne
Hollow.
The Economic Development Committee submits the following report (September 2,
1998) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism:
Purpose:
To acknowledge receipt of a donation by the aforementioned club for the purpose of planting
trees at Milne Hollow.
Funding Source, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:
The club's donation will cover the full costs through to the end of the warranty period for the
purchase and installation of hickory trees at Milne Hollow parkland.
Recommendations:
It is recommend that:
(1)the City acknowledge the generosity of the Milne House Garden Club for this donation
that will enhance the Toronto Parks system;
(2)the $15,000.00 donation by the club be credited to the Milne Hollow capital account
(account number CPC018); and
(3)the appropriate City officials take the necessary action to give effect thereto.
Council Reference/Background/History:
In 1997, parkland at Milne Hollow (Don Valley Parkway at Lawrence Avenue East) was
opened for public use. This park which is strategically located in the Don River Watershed
provides an important gateway to the East Don parklands. The development of the park is a
long term effort and stresses site rehabilitation using native trees, shrubs and wildflowers. One
component is a hickory tree laneway.
Upon learning of the plans for this area, the Milne House Garden Club, whose club takes its
name from the Milne family one of the city's most famous pioneer families, approached the
department regarding the donation of monies for hickory trees.
Conclusion:
To acknowledge receipt of a donation by the Milne House Garden Committee.
Contact Name:
Frank Kershaw
392-8199
