Other Items Considered by the Community Council

(a)The Canadian Red Cross.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)endorsed the initiatives of the Canadian Red Cross; and

(2)received the deputation and the following communication:

(December 8, 1998) from Councillor F. Nunziata advising that a request had been received from Ms. Margaret Goodwin of the Canadian Red Cross office on Eglinton Avenue West, to make a presentation to the Community Council members at its January 20, 1999 meeting, regarding the range of services and programs offered in the community.

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-Ms. Margaret Goodwin, Coordinator, York Central Community Office, appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(b)Request for (1) Parking Meters on the East Side of Dufferin Street,

north of Rogers Road; and (2) Installation of a Cross-Walk

to the Municipal Parking Lot on the West Side of Dufferin Street,

North of Rogers Road - Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to:

(a)direct the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, to report on the installation of a cross-walk to access the municipal parking lot on the west side of Dufferin Street, north of Rogers Road;

(b)report on potential technology that could be applied in cases where traffic control measures are required in areas with the type of topography that exists on Dufferin Street; and

(c)that Mr. Ganhao be sent a copy of the report and invited to attend the meeting when the report is being considered;

(2)requested the President, Toronto Parking Authority, to report on the installation of parking meters with a 1-hour time limit. on the east side of Dufferin Street, north of Rogers Road; and

(3)received the deputation and following communications:

(i)(January 10, 1999) from V. Tran, Hudson Pharmacy, advising that there has been increased commercial activity on Dufferin Street, north of Rogers Road, creating a demand for parking, and safety for pedestrians; the municipal parking lot is not being used effectively as there are not enough advisory signs to direct drivers and that crossing Dufferin Street to the commercial businesses from the parking lot is dangerous, especially for seniors visiting the medical centre located on the opposite side of the parking lot; that there is insufficient commercial activity to justify the present location of the parking meters south of Rogers Road; and requesting the installation of parking meters on the east side of Dufferin Street, north of Rogers Road; a cross-walk to the municipal parking lot on the west side of Dufferin Street; and appropriate advisory signs to direct motorists; and

(ii)(November 26, 1998) from Councillor Mihevc requesting the Community Council's support on the foregoing proposals; and that staff to examine the feasibility of installing parking meters between 2025 and 2045 Dufferin Street and a crosswalk on the west side of Dufferin Street, north of Rogers Road.

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-Mr. Joe Ganho, Homelife City Hill Realty, appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(c)Graffiti Eradication Program.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)expressed its support for the initiatives of Community 55 regarding the removal of graffiti from their neighbourhood; and for the promotion of this initiative in the York Humber and York Eglinton communities;

(2)forwarded the foregoing motion to the Task Force on Community Safety; and

(3)received the deputation and the following communication:

(January 6, 1999) from Councillor Nunziata advising that there is an increasing amount of graffiti and "gang tagging" appearing on the buildings, utility cases, newspaper boxes and municipal street furnishings in the area; that Mr. Bob Murdoch and Pnesia Mi would like to make a short video presentation (approximately 15 minutes) with regard to a program for the removal of graffiti in our neighbourhoods using local youth groups and/or interested individuals.

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-Mr. Bob Murdoch, Executive Director, Graffiti Eradication Program, appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(d)Cedarvale Traffic Calming Plan - Ward 28, York-Eglinton

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)approved in principle the following process, subject to consultation with stakeholders in the community to determine the criteria with respect to evaluating the responses:

'That prior to the installation of the remaining pinch points and speed humps approved in the Cedarvale Traffic Management Plan, that the residents be polled on a block by block basis, requesting that they indicate their preference for either speed humps or pinch points on their respective blocks'; and

(2)received the following communications:

(i)(December 13, 1998) from Councillor Joe Mihevc, advising that the residents of Cedarvale need to remain active in the final aspects of the Cedarvale Traffic Calming Plan; that as the implementation continues, residents need to be polled as to their opinion on new traffic calming measures on their streets; and that residents be polled before any more traffic calming measures are implemented on their block in Cedarvale; attaching an example of what residents could receive; the feedback I am getting is that the preferred method of mid-block traffic calming is the speed hump rather than the pinch point; that the ballot that goes out to residents should allow for this option; and requesting that staff be advised to edit the attached and deliver it to all affected addresses.

(ii)(Undated) to the residents in Cedarvale:

The traffic calming portion of phase #1 of the Cedarvale Traffic Calming Plan has been completed. The City of Toronto is writing to you to obtain your input on additional traffic calming devices on your block.

Attached you will find a map of your block and an indicator as to where the traffic calming measure would be installed.

Attached you will also find a return slip that you are encouraged to fill out and return in the enclosed envelope.

You will be voting only on the traffic calming devices for your block. The particular traffic calming measure for your block will be installed subject to majority support on your block.

Thank you for your interest in your community.

(e)Traffic Concerns and Proposed Calming Measures on

Holland Park Avenue - Ward 28, York-Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to direct the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, to report on the proposals outlined in the following communication:

(December 15, 1998) from Councillor R. Davis, advising that on August 5th, a meeting was held with the residents of Holland Park Avenue; and from the discussions there were strong concerns regarding motorists speeding and travelling the wrong way; and requesting that appropriate investigate and report on the feasibility of implementing the following traffic calming proposals:

(1)the installation of speed bumps on Holland Park Avenue in order to reduce the speed of traffic;

(2)the installation of stop signs at Robina Avenue and Cedric Avenue where they intersect with Holland Park Avenue;

(3)the narrowing of the road at the intersections to prevent vehicles from travelling the wrong way;

(4)the introduction of alternate side parking on Holland Park Avenue during the months of April to September;

(5)the reversion of the direction of traffic on Holland Park from two-way back to one-way; and

that staff investigate the feasibility of these requests, bring forward any previous reports and copy the property owners of Holland Park Avenue and the local Councillors.

(Reference: Clause No. 193 embodied in Report No. 20 of the Works and Parks Committee (November 6, 1995) which was adopted without amendment by the Council of the City of York at its meeting held on November 15, 1995; and Clause No. 193 embodied in the Minutes of York Community Council (May 27, 1998.)

(f)Request for Traffic Calming Measures on Royal Street,

Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to direct the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, to report on the feasibility of implementing traffic calming measures on Royal Street; and

(2)received the following communication:

(December 8, 1998) from Councillor F. Nunziata, advising that a constituent has expressed concerns regarding the traffic on Royal Street; and requesting that staff report on the feasibility of providing traffic calming on Royal Street.

(g)Impact of Traffic Control Measures on the Operation

of Snow Removal Equipment.

The York Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to report on the following from operational and environmental perspectives:

(1)the impact of traffic calming measures on the efficiency of snow removal equipment;

(2)whether traffic calming controls caused damage to vehicles during the recent snow emergency situation;

(3)the use of alternatives to winter control other than salt or sand;

(4)designating Wards 27 and 28 to be used as a pilot area should there be alternatives to the use of salt;

(5)alternatives to the present process used for melting snow with the snow melting equipment;

(6)the feasibility of creating a location priority order for snow dumping; and

(7)the cost of salt damage to Nathan Phillips Square.

The Community Council also reports having had before it the following communications during consideration of the foregoing matter:

(i)(January 6, 1999) from Councillor F. Nunziata advising that during the past few years, the use of traffic calming devices has become more prevalent in our community; that with the recent record snow fall in mind and the resultant traffic problems experienced throughout the City staff report on the efficiency of snow removal equipment; and on the impact of any damage to these devices caused by vehicular traffic during the recent snow emergency situation; and

(ii)(January 20, 1999) from Ms. Madeleine McDowell, on behalf of the Local Architectural Conservation and Advisory Committee, advising that based on advice and studies and the probability that the City's stockpile of salt will be exhausted this year due to the El Nino effect; and submitting the following proposals:

-that the City abandon the use of salt by the year 2000 and purchase no more salt;

-that a switch over program be prepared;

-that there be close monitoring of the use of alternatives and a report back to Council on their effectiveness, with recommendations for improvements;

-that the amount of salt used this year and in the previous five years, by month, be included in the report to Council;

-that the City immediately embark on a public education program regarding salt damage (both corrosive and environmental) and promoting the use of alternatives.

-Ms. Madeleine McDowell, appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(h)Possible Damage to Property at 134 Belgravia Avenue

Caused by City-owned Tree - Ward 28, York-Eglinton

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, to direct the Manager, Parks and Recreation, West District, to investigate and report on the claim of damage to the property at 134 Belgravia Avenue; and

(2)received the following communication:

(December 7, 1998) from Councillor J. Mihevc advising that the owner of 134 Belgravia would like the tree in front of the property cut down; the owner claims that the tree roots have entered the foundation walls and have damaged the house; and requesting that staff report on this matter, such report to conclude whether the owner is able to claim any losses against the City for damage done.

(i)Sewer Connection Blockage Inspection and Repair Program; and

Tree Root Removal and Grant Policy.

The York Community Council reports having recommended to the Works and Utilities Committee, adoption of the following report (October 21, 1998) from the General Manager, Water and Wastewater Services regarding the Tree Root Removal and Grant Policy, subject to the following amendments:

(1)that recommendation (2) (d) be amended to read as follows:

"(2)(d)assistance be provided on a per property basis, once every 10 years;"

(2)that recommendation (2)(e) be amended to increase the limit for a repair or partial renewal of a drain or drains, from $500.00 to $750.00; so that recommendation 2(e) would read as follows:

"(2)(e)assistance be provided in the amount of 100 percent of the invoiced cost, to a limit of $750.00 per property for a repair or partial renewal of a drain or drains, and to a limit of $1,500.00 per property for the complete renewal of a drain or drains between the City property line and the building;"

The York Community Council reports having had before it a transmittal letter (December11,1998) from the City Clerk, forwarding Clause No. 2 of Report No. 10 of The Works and Utilities Committee, and advising that Council directed that the foregoing Clause be struck out and referred to all Community Councils for further consideration, with a request that the Community Councils forward their recommendations with respect to the Repair Program, and Tree Root Removal and Grant Policy to the Works and Utilities Committee.

(j)Poll Results - Proposal for Implementation of On-Street

Permit Parking on Feltham Avenue between Spears Street

and Avon Avenue - Ward 27, York-Humber.

The York Community Council reports having received the following report:

(December 15, 1998) from the City Clerk advising that 33 residents were polled, 23 responses were received, of which 7 were in favour and 16 were not in favour; and requesting the direction of the Community Council.

(k)New Development Applications Received.

The York Community Council reports having received the following report:

(January 6, 1999) from the Director, Community Planning, West District, advising that since the beginning of the year the number of applications received is as follows:

Official Plan Amendment 3Plan of Condominium2

Zoning By-law Amendment13Part-lot Control Exemption3

Site Plan Approval29

and that the following new applications have been received since their last report to Community Council:

1.220 Bowie Avenue - proposal for 14 two and three-storey semi-detached dwellings;

2.1255 Weston Road - proposal for 8 three-storey townhouses with parking access from a rear private driveway; and

3.1486 Bathurst Street and 480 St. Clair Avenue West - proposal for a revision to a previously approved foodstore plans to increase commercial floor area and to erect a parking structure.

(l)Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Temporary Use

52 Hyde Avenue - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having deferred consideration of the following report to its February 17, 1999 meeting, as requested by Mr. Nardelli, owner of the subject property:

(December 22, 1998) from the Director, Community Planning, West District, reporting on the zoning by-law amendment application to permit the continued use of the existing building on the subject property for mixed industrial - residential purposes on a temporary basis not exceeding three years and recommending that York Community Council refuse this application.

(m)Future Resurfacing of Halford Avenue,

Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, to report on the following communication:

(January 20, 1999) from Councillor Saundercook, requesting that the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services advise appropriate staff, that all future road repair projects on Halford Avenue, and any future resurfacing, be done in a manner consistent with the original brick surface and historic nature of the road, and that asphalt not be used.

(n)2446-2448 Bloor Street West, "The Fan" and "Billy Bob's"

Application for Extension of Liquor Licence to Include

an Outdoor Patio Area.

The York Community Council reports having forwarded the following resolution to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario:

WHEREAS the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario will be considering an application for a liquor licence from an establishment located at 2446-2448 Bloor Street West, known as "The Fan" and "Billy Bob's", to serve 26 additional customers; and

WHEREAS this establishment currently has a capacity of approximately 730 customers, well above the approximate maximum of 100 customers for other licensed establishments in the neighbourhood; and

WHEREAS some local residents do not support any further expansions to this establishment, such as a sidewalk cafe that would narrow the walkway along Bloor Street West; and

WHEREAS subsection 6(2)(h) of the Liquor Licence Act provides than an applicant is entitled to be issued a licence to sell liquor except if the licence is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents of the municipality in which the premises are located; and

WHEREAS section 7.1 of Regulation 710 under the Liquor Licence Act states that, in the absence of receiving submissions to the contrary, the Board shall consider a resolution of the Council of the municipality, in which are located the premises for which a person makes an application to sell liquor or holds a licence to sell liquor, as proof of the needs and wishes of the residents of the municipality for the purposes of clause 6(2)(h) of the Act; and

WHEREAS the date for the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario hearing is scheduled prior to City Council considering this matter on February2, 3 and 4, 1999;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

(1)the York Community Council advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that the issuance of a liquor licence with respect to "The Fan" and "Billy Bob's", 2446-2448 Bloor Street West, is not in the public interest, having regards to the needs and wishes of the residents of the municipality; and

(2)the City Solicitor be authorized to attend the hearing to seek an adjournment on this matter, if the hearing occurs prior to the City Council meeting on February 2, 3 and 4, 1999.

(o)Application for a Liquor Licence, 2007 Lawrence Avenue W.

Unit #14, Robinson Crusoe - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having deferred consideration of the following report:

( November 26, 1998) from the City Clerk providing departmental comments on the subject application, and requesting authorization to forward this information to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.

(p)Community Alliance for Neighbourhood Development

Opportunities (CAN DO) Projects -

Ward 27, York Humber andWard 28, York Eglinton

The York Community Council reports having received the following information and deputation:

(January 11, 1999) from Ms. Bonnie Taylor, General Manager, CAN DO, requesting an opportunity to update the Community on the following new projects for which funding has been received:

Community Connectivity:

-project is sponsored by Human Resources Development Canada;

-selection of 60 agencies and non-profit groups in the former City of York (Lawrence Square catchment area; agencies must be legitimate and provide some form of assistance to the employment section;

-provision of technology to learn compute skills/develop web pages, and to link establish links with a community network;

-Learning Enrichment Foundation is providing training.

Special Event Support:

-a Special Event Coordinator to give support to previous festivals which were funded under the former City of York Economic Development Office, Urban Harvest Festival, Junior Carnival, Portuguese Festival, Weston Blast, Weston Santa Claus Parade;

-a criteria has been developed and will be available to interested community events;

-working with all the Business Improvement Areas;

-working with the Manager, Parks Division;

-local businesses/corporate sponsors.

The Mobilizer:

-a joint project between CAN DO and the For Youth project;

-creation of a mobile trailer 40'x10' to travel around to local schools and business areas;

-sponsored by Human Resources Development Canada, Bell Canada, Toronto Hydro and other corporate sponsors.

________-Ms. Bonnie Taylor, General Manager, CANDO, appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter.

(q)Disconnection of Downspouts and Locations of Proposed

Holding Tanks on Various Streets in Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having received the following report:

(January 12, 1999) from the Manager, Installation and Rehabilitation Projects, providing information requested by the Community Council on (1) the cost of an educational campaign to aggressively promote the disconnection of downspouts; and (2) appropriate locations for additional holding tanks that would be desirable in Wards 27 and 28 over the next few budget years, including Harvie, Crang, Chamberlain and Nairn Avenues, Robina and Holland Park Avenues, Holmesdale Road, Earlsdale Avenue, Mulberry Crescent and Westmount Avenue, just north of St. Clair Avenue West; and recommending that this report be received for information.

(r)Library Materials Budget for York Libraries,

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

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the City Librarian or a designate to attend its meeting on February17, 1999 to respond to enquiries such as statistics on per capita spending; the expected timeframe to achieve the municipal average; and the benefits to the residents in Wards 27 and 28; and

(2)received the following communication:

(January 11, 1999) from the City Librarian, responding to the Community Council's request for a report on changes to the Materials Budget of the former York Library system; and recommending that the report be received for information.

(s)Request for Memorial in Memory of the

Late Linda DeLellis - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to take appropriate action in accordance with The Municipal Act, prior to the passing of a by-law, regarding the naming of the laneway south of EglintonAvenueWest, running east off ScottRoad;

(2)requested the President, Toronto Parking Authority, to take appropriate action with respect to the installation of a suitable plaque at the Scott Road municipal parking lot.

The York Community Council reports having had the following communication before it during consideration of the foregoing matter:

(January 11, 199) from Councillor F. Nunziata, forwarding copy of a communication from the Silverthorn Ratepayers' Association suggesting the following options for consideration with respect to the establishment of a special memorial in memorial of the late Linda DeLellis of Cameron Avenue:

(a)the laneway on Scott Road, running east from Scott Road, 150 ft. south of Eglinton Avenue West be named "Linda DeLellis Lane"; and

(b)a suitable plaque at the municipal parking lot on the south-east corner of Scott Road at Eglinton Avenue West.

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The following persons appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:

-Mr. Fred Lindsay, Toronto;

-Mr. Steve Tasses, Chair, Keele-Eglinton BIA;

-Mrs. DeLellis, mother of the late Linda DeLellis; and

-Gerard Kennedy, MPP, York South Riding.

(t)Request for Alternate Side Parking on Old Dundas Street West,

Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to direct the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, to report on the feasibility of implementing alternate side parking on Old Dundas Street West;

(2)directed that a copy of this report be forwarded to the appropriate ratepayer group for comment, prior to any decision by the York Community Council; and

(3)received the following communication.

(January 11, 1999) from Councillor B. Saundercook, requesting that the Works and Emergency Services, in consultation with the Toronto Transit Commission, report on the feasibility of implementing alternate side parking on Old Dundas Street West.

(u)Request for Changes to Traffic and Parking Regulations

on Day Avenue and Sellers Avenue, South of Rogers Road

Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to investigate the traffic and parking regulations on both the former Toronto and York portions of Dayand Sellers Avenues, and to report on proposals to achieve consistencies on the streets;

(2)directed that the residents be subsequently polled for comments on the proposals; and

(3)received the following communication.

(January 5, 1999) from Councillor Joe Mihevc, requesting that staff of the Works and Emergency Services, investigate and report on the flow of traffic and on-street parking regulations on Day and Sellers Avenues, in Ward 28 and the Wards south of Rogers Road, with a view to consistencies; and that the residents be polled accordingly.

(v)Proposed Adopt-A-Park Program,

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

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)approved in principle the proposed Adopt-A-Park Program on a pilot basis for six to ten parks;

(2)requested the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism to direct the York Manager of Parks to:

(a)identify additional sites for possible consideration in 1999, in consultation with the local Councillors;

(b)report on a process for recruitment and training, the responsibilities involved, a suitable honorarium, and any other related issues; and

(3)received the following communication:

(January 5, 1999) from Councillor Joe Mihevc proposing that a pilot Adopt-A-Park program be initiated in 1999 with volunteers interested in beautifying and maintaining the parks for a small honorarium.

(w)Grass Cutting in the Summer Months,

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

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, to direct the York Manager of Parks, to report on:

(a)the frequency of grass cutting and maintenance of special odd areas in Wards 27 and 28, compared to other areas of the City;

(b)improvements to flower beds in the community;

(c)the responsibility for cutting grass on major arterial roads and boulevards; and

(2)received the following communication.

(January 5, 1999) from Councillor J. Mihevc, requesting that staff report on (a) the frequency of grass cutting in Wards 27 and 28 compared with other areas of the City; and (b) the grassy areas in laneways and in 'odd' locations which are not maintained by residents.

(x)Request for Disabled Parking at 55 Lacey Avenue,

Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to direct the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, to report on:

(a)the parking of commercial vehicles obstructing the flow of traffic on Lacey Avenue;

(b)the removal of the alternate side parking regulation which was implemented on a six-month trial basis on Lacey Avenue between Cameron Avenue and Ewart Avenue, due to lack of enforcement;

(c)the implementation of No Parking or No Stopping regulations on Lacey Avenue northward to the top of the street, excluding overnight permit parking;

(d)the installation of No Heavy Trucks signs;

(e)the request for disabled permit parking at 55 Lacey Avenue, bringing forward all previous reports regarding Lacey Avenue; and

(2)received the following communication:

(i)(January 13, 1999) from Councillor B. Saundercook, advising that the owner of 55 Lacey Avenue is requesting a disabled parking space; and requesting that staff investigate and report; and

(ii)(January 4, 1999) from P. Mercuri-Fetterolf to Councillors Nunziata and Saundercook, advising of the problems created by large commercial vehicles parked on the street; requesting the removal of the temporary alternate side parking regulation due to lack of enforcement; and requesting the installation of No Parking, No Stopping and No Heavy Trucks signs.

(y)Tax Appeals - Sections 442 and 443 of The Municipal Act

- Creation of a Committee of Council for Tax Appeals.

The York Community Council reports having received the following communication:

(January 4, 1999) from the City Clerk forwarding for the information of the Community Council, a copy of Clause No. 35 of Report No. 26 of The Strategic Policies and Priorities Committee, which was adopted without amendment by Council on December 16 and 17, 1998.

(z)Application for a Liquor Licence for an Outdoor Patio,

Crystal Seafood Restaurant, 632 Vaughan Road -

Ward 28, York Eglinton.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)deferred consideration of the following report to its February 17, 1999 meeting; and

(2)requested a report from the Toronto Police Services:

(January 18, 1999) from the City Clerk providing departmental comments and requesting authorization to forward this information to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.

(aa)Request for Transfer of Funds for the Snow Link Program,

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

The York Community Council reports having forwarded the following resolution to the Urban Environment and Development Committee for consideration:

Resolution from Councillor Saundercook:

WHEREAS an unprecedented snowfall has halted life in the City of Toronto recently; and

WHEREAS the amount of snow clearance and removal has exceeded existing budgets; and

WHEREAS in the Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton areas, snow clearing for seniors and the disabled is undertaken by the Snow Link Program, which is funded through City grants and user fees; and

WHEREAS the community agencies contracted by the City to provide the Snow Link Program should not experience deficit financing to provide this service;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Urban Environment and Development Committee be requested to direct the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services to transfer an amount of $25,000.00 to the appropriate budget line that funds the Snow Link Program, to provide for the increased costs associated with this program.

(bb)Preliminary Evaluation Report, Official Plan and

Zoning By-law Amendment Applications -

Rear of 1945 Lawrence Avenue West,

Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having approved the recommendations embodied in the following report:

(January 14, 1999) from the Director of Community Planning, providing preliminary comments on Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications to permit the development of 12 pairs of semi-detached houses (24 units) and a nun's residence which includes a workshop/retail area; and recommending that:

(1)a Community Information Meeting be held to present the proposal to the local community; and

(2)the application continue to be circulated and following completion of the staff report, a Public Meeting be scheduled by the Community Council.

(cc)Concerns regarding Florence Gell Park,

Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)recommended to the Budget Committee the approval of the recommendations in the following report; and

(2)requested the York Manager of Parks to include the amount of $40,000.00 on the list of capital items for the installation of a splash pad in the Florence Gell Park:

(January 15, 1999) from the York Manager of Parks providing information on the lighting in Florence Gell Park; the installation of a wading pool in the centre of the park; that if a splash pad feature was installed in the park, the cost of this capital improvement would be approximately $40,000.00; and recommending that:

(1)Parks staff install two (2) park benches and/or additional plantings in the park to discourage cyclists from racing their bicycles through the park;

(2)staff install additional lighting in the park at a cost of $3,500.00 to deter youth from using the back dark corners as a 'hangout'; and

(3)Parks staff review and install appropriate signage that would deter youth from being in the park after 11:00 p.m.

(dd)Smythe Park Tennis Courts,

Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)recommended to the Budget Committee, the approval of recommendations (2) and (3) in the following report; and

(2)requested the Manager of Parks, West District, to explore the need to relocate the two courts from Smythe Park to an appropriate location and that appropriate funds be identified within the 5-year capital program.

(January 15, 1999) from the York Manager of Parks and Recreation, providing information on a plan of action for relocation of the tennis courts at Smythe Park; and recommending that:

(1)staff in the Parks and Recreation Department, West District, evaluate the need for additional tennis courts as these facilities are inventoried with the new City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Department;

(2)the following information be received regarding the Smythe Park master plan and the relocation of the lit tennis courts; and

(3)as part of the 1999 approved capital budget, the tennis courts at Smythe Park be removed.

(ee)Installation of a Barrier and Appropriate Signage

at Smythe Park - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)approved the recommendations in the following report;

(2)directed the York Manager of Parks to:

(a)explore the feasibility of installing a time locking device; and

(b)provide list of parks locations with barriers:

(January 15, 1998) from the Manager of Parks and Recreation, West District, providing information on appropriate signage at Smythe Park to facilitate enforcement with respect to 'No Trespassing' and 'No Parking' and to prohibit the use of the park between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.; that staff will research barriers at parks throughout the City of Toronto and will report on the feasibility of installing a low beam across the entrance of the park to prohibit access for trucks involved in phantom dumping and on the impact that such a barrier would have on police and emergency vehicles; and recommending that:

(1)signs be posted in Smythe Park that outline conditions in the Parks By-law No. 2619-92 "whereas no person shall in any park, park or leave a vehicle between the hours of 11:01 p.m. and 5:59 a.m. except in a designated area allowing for such overnight parking or where authorized by permit;

(2)signs be posted that relate to the noise By-law No. 3453-79 "whereas no person will be yelling, shouting, hooting, whistling or singing in a public place between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m."; and

(3)the Roseland Ratepayers' Association be advised to contact the local police department and have these bylaws enforced, when residents observe activities in the park, such as vandalism, drinking, racing and phantom dumping.

(ff)Requests for (1) All-Way Stop Signs at Ray Avenue

and Industry Street; and (2) Sidewalks on both sides

of Industry Street - Ward 27, York Humber.

The York Community Council reports having:

(1)requested the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, to report on the installation of All-Way Stop Controls at Ray Avenue and Industry Street;

(2)requested the York Manager, Installation and Rehabilitation Projects, to report on the construction of sidewalks on both sides of Industry Street; and

(3)received the following communication:

(January 7, 1999) from the Coordinator, Child Care Services, The Learning Enrichment Foundation, advising of the safety concerns at the above intersection and requesting that all-way stop controls be installed at Ray Avenue and Industry Street; and that sidewalks be constructed on both sides of Industry Street.