YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL

A G E N D A

DECLARATION OF INTEREST PURSUANT TO

THE MUNICIPAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST ACT.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES.

Minutes of the York Community Council meeting held on March 30, 1999

COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS.

1.RECOGNITION OF FIREFIGHTERS AND RESIDENTS

Ward 28, York Eglinton.

PRESENTATIONS:

9:30 a.m. Firefighters Joe Palmieri, Kim Ormond and Harry McIntyre

Mr. Fred Mahood; and

Mr. Michael Hotta

Recognition of rescue efforts regarding a fire at an apartment building on Vaughan Road on February 16, 1999.

2.HARMONIZATION OF WATER AND WATER POLLUTION CONTROL RATES

Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

(DEPUTATION ITEM - DEFERRED FROM MARCH 30, 1999)

10:15 a.m. Industries in Wards 27 and 28

Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer to the Budget Committee

(March 22, 1999)

Advising that this report, in conjunction with the Background Study attached as Appendix "A", presents a review of the current practices and rate structure respecting the water and wastewater program, and recommends a strategy towards a harmonized rate structure across the new city; that Option (1) considers the impacts of harmonizing to the average rate for all users; Option (1A) attempts to mitigate the annual impact to all customer profiles by phasing-in the harmonized rate over several years; Option (2) attempts to define a rate structure that mitigates the impacts to the high-volume customers, and in particular, the Scarborough high-volume customers; Option (3) presents an alternate approach that considers various rate structures for various customer classes; and recommending that:

(1) the pricing strategy as outlined under Option (3) be adopted and implemented effective September 1, 1999; specifically, the combined water and sewer rate for accounts paid on or before the due date be based on volume of water consumed as set out in columns (1) Monthly Volume Consumed, (2) Water Charge ($/M3), (3) Sewer Charge ($/M3), (4) Combined Rate to be Charged if not paid on or before due date ($/M3), and (5) Discounted Rate if paid on or before due date ($/m3);

(2) with respect to the harmonization of the early payment discount, the combined water and sewer rate for all accounts paid in full on or before the due date indicated on the bill be subject to a discount of 5.0 percent on the price per cubic metre of water, with the discounted price being shown under column (5) of Recommendation (1);

(3) with respect to Sewer Surcharge Rebates and private Water Works Agreements:

(a) Section (4) of Article 1 of Chapter 292 of the Municipal Code of the former City of Toronto, which provides for a rebate of the sewer surcharge to certain customers in the former municipality of Toronto, be repealed, and By-law No. 32-93 of the former Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be amended to provide for the rebate of the sewer surcharge to qualifying customers in any of the former municipalities, and that the rebate for 1999 be based on the cost of sewage treatment of $0.3858 per cubic metre;

(b) By-law No. 32-93 of the former Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be further amended to provide for a rebate of 55.85 percent of the retail rate charged to those customers receiving water services from the City and with a private septic system that is not connected to the sewer system; and

(c) Section (5) of Article 1 of Chapter 292 of the Municipal Act of the former City of Toronto, respecting a charge where sewage flow exceeds water usage, be repealed, and By-law No. 96-80 of the former Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be amended to reflect both the cost of local sewage collection and treatment, and that this cost be set at 55.85 percent of the retail rate;

(4) with respect to flat rate accounts, the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer report back in July 1999, in regards to a harmonization strategy for flat-rate accounts; and

(5) the necessary City officials be authorized and directed to give effect thereto.

3.52 HYDE AVENUE - ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT

APPLICATION - Ward 27, York Humber.

(DEPUTATION ITEM - DEFERRED FROM MARCH 30, 1999)

11:00 a.m. Mr. Danny Nardelli, 52 Hyde Avenue

Director of Community Planning, West District

(March 3, 1999)

Providing information on a draft Zoning By-law to permit the continued use of the existing building on the subject lands for mixed industrial - residential purposes, on a temporary basis, not exceeding three years; and recommending that;

(1)the Community Council receive this report as information to be considered at the Public Meeting respecting the Temporary Use Zoning By-law; and

(2)should the Community Council give favourable consideration to the application, that Zoning By-law No. 1-83 be amended in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law, worded to the satisfaction of the Legal Division, attached as Schedule 1 to this report.

4.TREE REMOVAL BY-LAW

Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

Manager, Parks and Recreation, West District

(April 13, 1999)

Attaching a list of locations where trees on City property have either been removed or are in need of removal and the reasons for the request; advising that in each case where a tree has been removed, the resident has agreed to permit the City to plant a replacement tree; and recommending that:

(1)the Legal Services Division be requested to prepare a by-law for the removal of City-owned trees;

(2)forestry staff begin removal and planting; and

(3)the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

5.134 BELGRAVIA AVENUE - POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO HOUSE

BY CITY OWNED TREE - Ward 28, York Eglinton.

Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture & Tourism

(April 7, 1999)

Advising that a communication was received by Councillor Joe Mihevc from the property owner at 134BelgraviaAvenue who wishes a healthy City owned tree removed and claims its roots have damaged the building's foundation; that in August 1998, Mayor Lastman's office was advised of this issue and on March3, 1999, the site was re-inspected by the Forestry staff; that there are 4 trees at this address; that fronting the property is a privately owned 35 cm diameter Spruce in fair to poor condition and a 66 cm diameter City owned Norway Maple also in fair condition; that flanking the property is a 66 cm diameter City owned Norway Maple and a 99 cm City owned Silver Maple, both in good condition; that all trees at this address are maintainable and do not require any work at this time and do not qualify for removal; that forestry staff did not note any structural damage to the house from the exterior or interior and as suggested by the previous inspection, interior water damage may be caused by poor surface run off, drainage and/or a blockage in the subsurface (weeping tile) drainage; that staff recommended to the property owner(s) that:

(1)they investigate the probability of failing weeping tiles, proper surface run off and proper directing of the eaves trough downspout and sealing of the wall and walkway junction: and

(2)they excavate one metre out from the house foundation where the alleged damage is, exposing tree roots that are allegedly causing damage, for possible root pruning by City Forestry staff;

that City Urban Forestry staff have been unable to substantiate the property owner's claims of property damage caused by roots from City trees and that the City trees fronting this property remain viable and do not qualify for removal; that removal of trees for claims such as this would set an undesirable precedent and could lead to many thousands of trees being removed within the City; and recommending that no City trees be removed.

6.APPEAL OF COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT DECISIONS

Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

Director, Community Planning, West District

(April 9, 1999)

Providing information on appeals of Committee of Adjustment decisions which have been appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board for the following:

(I)Address:34 Claxton Boulevard (Ward 28, York Eglinton)

Applicant: Anthony Gagliano

Appellant: Veronica Jacobs, 36 Claxton Boulevard

Hearing date: To be determined by the OMB

Application: A-16/99YK; the applicant proposes to demolish an existing dwelling and to construct a new two storey detached dwelling with below-grade parking; that variances were requested to the minimum front yard setback, maximum floor space index, minimum side yard setback and minimum front yard green landscaped open space provision of Zoning By-law Nos. 1-83 and 3623-97; that the Committee of Adjustment on March 16, 1999 granted variances subject to conditions that require the applicant to obtain necessary permits for curb ramps, to obtain a building permit prior to starting any structural alterations to the building and to comply with the Ontario Building Code; required that roof water be directed onto the property and away from abutting properties; and that the Planning Department had no objections to the application;

(ii)Address:88 John Street (Ward 27, York Humber)

Applicant: Caron Ann and James D. Coon

Appellant: John Gribben, 125 Rosemount Avenue

Hearing Date: To be determined by the OMB

Application: A-17/99YK; the applicant proposes to maintain and to legalize the side/rear open deck which was constructed in 1975 without proper authorization; that variances were requested to the minimum side yard setback provisions of Zoning By-law No. 1-83 and 3623-97; that the Committee of Adjustment on March 16, 1999 granted the variances subject to conditions that require the portions of the deck that encroach into the required east side yard to be removed to the satisfaction of the Building Division; and that the applicant obtain a building permit prior to constructing the side entrance platform, if required, and to comply with the Ontario Building Code; and that the Planning Department had no objections to the application;

that these appeals were reviewed by staff who did not object to the applications; that Legal and staff representation at the Ontario Municipal Board is therefore not warranted for these appeals; and recommending that Legal and staff representation not be provided for the appeals regarding application numbers A-16/99YK for 34 Claxton Boulevard and A-17/99YK for 88 John Street.

7.501 ALLIANCE AVENUE, UNIT #2, AMBIANCE BANQUET HALL

- APPLICATION FOR A LIQUOR LICENCE FOR AN

OUTDOOR PATIO - Ward 27, York Humber.

City Clerk

(April 14, 1999)

Providing departmental comments on this application; and recommending that authorization be provided to forward these comments to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.

8.2007 LAWRENCE AVENUE WEST, UNIT #14, ROBINSON CRUSOE

- APPLICATION FOR A LIQUOR LICENCE - Ward 27, York Humber.

City Clerk

(April 14, 1999)

Providing departmental comments on this application; and recommending that authorization be provided to forward these comments to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.

9.POLL RESULTS - PROPOSAL TO IMPLEMENT ON-STREET

PERMIT PARKING ON HUMBERHILL AVENUE -

Ward 27, York Humber.

City Clerk

(March 23, 1999)

Providing the results of a poll conducted of the residents on Humber Hill Avenue; advising that 9 residents were polled, 5 replies or 56% were received, 3 or 60% were in favour, 2 or 40% were opposed; and requesting direction of the Community Council.

10.POLL RESULTS - PROPOSAL TO IMPLEMENT ON-STREET

PERMIT PARKING ON ROMANWAY CRESCENT

BETWEEN WRIGHT AVENUE AND PLAINFIELD ROAD -

Ward 27, York Humber.

City Clerk

(March 23, 1999)

Providing the results of a poll conducted of the residents on Romanway Crescent; advising that 40 residents were polled; 21 replies or 53% were received, 7 or 33% were in favour, 14 or 67% were opposed; and requesting direction of the Community Council.

11.POLL RESULTS - PROPOSAL TO IMPLEMENT ON-STREET

PERMIT PARKING ON SYKES AVENUE BETWEEN

WESTON ROAD AND DENISON AVENUE - Ward 27, York Humber.

City Clerk

(March 24, 1999)

Providing the results of a poll conducted of the residents on Sykes Avenue between Weston Road and Denison Avenue; advising that 31 residents were polled; 14 replies or 45% were received, 2 or 14% were in favour, 12 or 86% were opposed; and requesting direction of the Community Council.

12.REQUEST FOR TRAFFIC CALMING MEASURES

ON NORTHCLIFFE BOULEVARD AT

ST. CLARE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Ward 28, York Eglinton.

Councillor J. Mihevc

(March 17, 1999)

Advising that the Vice Principal of St. Clare School has expressed concerns for the safety of the children as the school bus drop off is on the east side of the street, requiring the children to cross to the west sidewalk for their entrance to the school; and requesting that staff report on the feasibility of (a) installing a crosswalk near 127 Northcliffe Boulevard; (b) constructing two speed humps in front of the school entrance and in front of 125 Northcliffe Boulevard; and (c) implementing 'No Parking' restrictions, should a crosswalk be installed.

13.REQUEST FOR PARKING 2-HOUR PARKING LIMITS ON

PEVERIL HILL NORTH - Ward 28, York Eglinton.

Councillor J. Mihevc

(April 6, 1999)

Advising that residents on Peveril Hill North are requesting parking on this street for two-hour limits, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; requesting that staff investigate and report on this proposal, and should it be feasible, that a poll be conducted of the residents on the street.

14.LITTER RECEPTACLES - Ward 28, York Eglinton.

Councillor J. Mihevc's Office

(March 29, 1999)

Advising that complaints have been received regarding the infrequency with which litter receptacles are being emptied resulting in garbage strewn on the street; and forwarding a memorandum (March 19, 1999) from K. Boyd, Works and Emergency Services to R. Helary advising that the York Parks Department installed special litter receptacles at various locations in the former City of York which were anchored to a concrete base; that they are designed to have a removable container inside to facilitate the dumping of litter but that the liners at a few locations are missing and the interior of the receptacles are full of refuse, most of which is household waste and not litter; that staff have collected the garbage around the containers but for health and safety reasons the crews will not reach in to remove the refuse inside; that some locations are being used as a dumping location for household waste; that staff at York District are looking into replacing the liners and into ways of locking down the lids on the receptacles; and that staff will continue to collect the overflow of refuse until corrective measures are in place.

7:00 P.M.

15.PROPOSED TTC SERVICE CUTS - Ward 27, York Humber

and Ward 28, York Eglinton.

(DEFERRED FROM MARCH 30, 1999)

(i)Public Deputations

(ii)Mr. Mitch Stambler, Manager, Service Planning, TTC

Councillor R. Nunziata

(March 4, 1999)

Expressing concerns regarding the impact on the quality of bus service in the communities of York Humber and York Eglinton; that the residents should be afforded an opportunity to voice their concerns prior to Council dealing with this matter; and attaching copy of a communication (March 3, 1999) from the Chair, Toronto Transit Commission to Toronto City Councillors which advised, in part, that the following poor financial performance routes which affect Wards 27 and 28, would be recommended for elimination if subsidies are reduced:

4 Annette (City Wards 19, 21, 23 and 27)

• Saturday service after 10:00 p.m. has already been reduced to once every 30 minutes, starting in November 1998. The financial performance of the revised service will determine whether further reductions or elimination are required.

126 Christie (City Wards 21, 23 and 28)

• All service would be eliminated, seven days a week.

33 Forest Hill (City Wards 22, 23 and 28)

• All service would be eliminated.

30 Lambton (City Wards 3, 19 and 27)

• Monday to Friday service from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. would be reduced to once every 60 minutes or else would be eliminated.

• Saturday service from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. would be reduced to once every 60 minutes or else eliminated.

• Sunday and holiday service from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. would be reduced to once every 60 minutes or else would be eliminated.

• Sunday and holiday service after 10:00 p.m. would be eliminated.

• Monday to Saturday service after 10:00 p.m. and Sunday and holiday service after 7:00 p.m. has already been reduced to once every 60 minutes, starting in November 1998. The financial performance of the revised service will determine whether further reductions or elimination are required.

109 Ranee (City Wards 8, 22 and 28)

• Monday to Friday service from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and after 10:00 p.m. on Marlee Avenue would be eliminated.

• Saturday, Sunday, and holiday service on Marlee Avenue would be eliminated.

168 Symington (City Wards 21 and 27)

• Service after 10:00 p.m. north of St. Clair Avenue West to Bicknell Loop, has already been eliminated; it last ran in February 1999.