Other Items Considered by the Community Council
(a)Request to Revert the Two-Way Operation on Atlas Avenue
between Eglinton Avenue West and the Beth Shalom Synagogue
to One-Way Northbound - Ward 28, York Eglinton.
The York Community Council reports having requested:
(1)the City Clerk to undertake a poll of the residents on Atlas Avenue between Gloucester Grove and Eglinton
Avenue West, to determine interest in Scenario Three in the following report (June 28, 1999) from the Director,
Transportation Services, District 1, which recommends the implementation of a pavement narrowing with a speed
regulator hump immediately south of the entrance/exit to Beth Shalom Synagogue and a mid-block speed regulator
hump;
(2)the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, to:
(a)proceed as soon as possible to give this work priority, should the poll determine that the residents are in favour
of the proposal; and
(b)to examine ways by which Atlas Avenue can be returned to one-way northbound from Gloucester Grove to
Eglinton Avenue West, including possible changes to Winnett Avenue:
(June 22, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, responding to a request from the York Community
Council as a result of a petition submitted by residents expressing concerns regarding motorists are ignoring the one-way
regulation to continue travelling southbound on Atlas Avenue to Gloucester Grove endangering public safety and that
motorists were also reversing at high speeds; and submitting the following three alternatives:
Scenario One - Advising that to revert Atlas Avenue from two-way to one-way northbound between the entrance/exit to
Beth Shalom Synagogue and Eglinton Avenue West, as requested by the petitioners; that this option may discourage
motorists from illegally entering Atlas Avenue from Eglinton Avenue West, however motorists can continue to ignore the
one-way northbound regulation on Atlas Avenue when exiting the Synagogue to Gloucester Grove; that speed will
continue to be an issue on Atlas Avenue with the one-way northbound regulation; that residents within the community and
persons attending the Beth Shalom will experience more circuitous routings which in turn will increase overall vehicular
volumes on those select streets; and that the cost association with implementing this option (i.e. changing signage) is
estimated at $300.00.
Scenario Two - Advising that to revert Atlas Avenue from two-way to one-way northbound and install a pavement
narrowing and speed hump at the entrance/exit to Beth Shalom Synagogue and a speed hump mid-block between the
Synagogue and Gloucester Grove; that the traffic operations impact on this alternative are the same as Scenario One above;
that the additional traffic calming measures will deal with the vehicle speed concerns expressed by residents; that the traffic
calming devices under this scenario as detailed in the attached appendix are an asphalt hump and modular concrete
narrowing, installed on top of the existing roadway, unlike the permanent materials utilized for the existing traffic calming
devices in the area; and that the costs associated with implementing this option are estimated at $3,800.00.
Scenario Three - Advising that the two-way operation on Atlas Avenue be maintained but install a pavement narrowing
with a speed regulator hump, immediately south of the entrance/exit to Beth Shalom Synagogue and a mid-block speed
regulator hump between the Synagogue and Gloucester Grove; that this scenario maintains the existing operation which
eliminates the traffic circulation concerns associated with reverting the section of Atlas Avenue to one-way north bound
operation while also dealing with the residents' speeding concerns; that the narrowing at the synagogue driveway will
physically reinforce the change from two-way to one-way operation; and that the materials proposed are an asphalt hump
and a modular concrete curb narrowing installed on top of the existing roadway and that the costs associated with
implementing this potion are estimated at $3,500; and
recommending that:
(1)Scenario Three, recommending a pavement narrowing with a speed regulator hump immediately south of the
entrance/exit to Beth Shalom and a mid-block speed regulator hump be approved, subject to a poll revealing the majority
of municipally addressed property owners support this alternative; and
(2)a road alteration by-law be prepared and public notice be given; and
that funds required for the implementation of Scenario Three, involving two speed humps and a roadway narrowing
estimated at $3,500.00 are contained in the Works and Emergency Services Department 1999 Capital Budget.
The York Community Council also had before it during consideration of the aforementioned matter, a letter dated July 8,
1999 from Messrs. Stan Gershman and David Jourard, indicating support for Scenario Two.
The following persons appeared before the Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:
-Mr. Stan Gershman; and
-Mr. David Jourard.
(b)Request for a Pedestrian Crossover on Trethewey Drive at Clearview Heights (North Leg) - Ward 27, York
Humber.
The York Community Council reports having received the following report:
(June 14, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, Responding to a request for a pedestrian crossover
on Trethewey Drive at Clearview Heights (north leg); and advising that Clearview Heights is a two-lane, local roadway
operating two-way in a north/south direction; that it forms the north leg of a "T" type intersection with Trethewey Drive
and is controlled by a stop sign; that Trethewey Drive is classified as an arterial roadway between Jane Street and Yore
Road, providing two-lane, two-way vehicular traffic flow in an east/west direction; that when considering the feasibility of
installing a pedestrian crossover at a particular location, established warrant criteria must be fulfilled by one hundred
percent; that there is concern with this location due to the alignment of Trethewey Drive at Clearview Heights as the
horizontal curvature would result in limited visibility between pedestrians and approaching motorists; also that during an
eight-hour survey, only two pedestrians were observed crossing Trethewey Drive at this location and neither pedestrian
experienced a significant delay; that in order to meet the technical requirements for the installation of a pedestrian
crossover, the minimum volume of pedestrians required is 200 in an eight-hour period with 130 experiencing a delay of
greater than ten seconds when crossing Trethewey Drive; that a review of the Toronto Police Services collision records for
a five-year period ending December 31, 1997, did not reveal any collisions involving pedestrians; that due to extremely
low pedestrian volumes, no pedestrian delays, and concerns with the curvature of the roadway, a pedestrian crossover is not
warranted at this intersection of Trethewey Drive and Clearview Heights and is therefore not recommended; and
recommending that this report be received for information.
(c)Parking Prohibition on Avalon Avenue Ward 27, York Humber.
The York Community Council reports having requested the City Clerk to undertake a poll of the residents on
Avalon Avenue from Bexley Crescent to the north terminus, to determine interest in the implementation of a "No
Stopping" regulation, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, on the west side of Avalon Avenue:
Responding to a request from the York Community Council for the introduction of a No Stopping regulation, 8:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, on the west side of Avalon Avenue; that Avalon Avenue traverses in a north/south direction
between Bexley Crescent and its northerly terminus entrance to Roselands Junior Public School providing two-way
vehicular traffic flow; that currently on-street parking is allowed at all times on the west side of Avalon Avenue for a
maximum period of three (3) hours; that parking is prohibited at all times on the east side of Avalon Avenue; that the
introduction of a No Stopping regulation 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday is feasible on the west side of Avalon
Avenue; that the regulation would address safety concerns during the winter months but would impact on the availability of
occasional parking for residents and visitors to the street; and recommending that subject to a poll revealing that the
majority of residents are in favour, that the York Uniform Traffic By-law Nos. 194-84 and 2958-94 be amended to
implement a No Stopping regulation, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, on the west side of Avalon Avenue.
(d)Application for a Liquor Licence - Madeira Café, 1671 Keele Street - Ward 27, York Humber.
The York Community Council reports having requested the City Clerk to include the following petition as part of
the City's permanent records to be taken into consideration when processing the subject application; and to
forward copies to the appropriate officials:
(June 25, 1999) from Councillor F. Nunziata, forwarding a petition signed by area residents requesting that the application
for a liquor licence for the Madeira Café be refused due to (1) the establishment is in close proximity to school; (2) there is
limited parking available; and (3) that it undermines the community safety efforts; and advising that the impact of this
liquor licence with or without a patio area is an area with the petitioners who should be allowed to comment and look
forward to their views.
(e)Request for All-Way Stop Control at Spears Street and Feltham Avenue - Ward 27, York Humber.
The York Community Council reports having:
(1)requested the Director, Transportation Services, District 1, to report on the installation of stop controls at an
alternative intersection in order to address the residents concerns; and
(2)received the following communications:
(June 21, 1999) from Councillor F. Nunziata advising that a complaints have been received from the residents of Spears
Avenue requesting the installation of an all-way stop control at Spears Street and Feltham Avenue; and forwarding copy of
a report from the Manager, Traffic Operations, District 1, responding to the above request and providing information that
Spears Street is classified as a local roadway operating two-way in a north/south direction between McCormack Street and
Northland Avenue with a posted speed limit of 40 km/h; that Feltham Avenue is classified as a local roadway operating
two-way in an east/west direction between Spears Street and Avon Avenue with a posted limit of 40 km/h; that the present
geometric layout of the intersection is a "T" type design; that study results indicate that the highest recorded vehicular
volume in a one hour period from all approaches, was only 39 vehicles during the afternoon peak hour; that the Police
Services collision records for this intersection for the three-year period from January 1, 1995 to December 31, 1997
revealed that there were no reported collisions at this intersection; and that due to very low traffic volumes, no reported
collision experience and no unusual physical characteristics, an all-way stop control is not warranted at the intersection of
Spears Street and Feltham Avenue and is therefore not recommended.
(f)Standing Committee Requests - Project Update.
The York Community Council reports having received the following communication:
(June 14, 1999) from the City Clerk, forwarding Clause No. 4 of Report No. 4 of the Audit Committee, which was
adopted, without amendment by City Council on June 9, 10 and 11, 1999; wherein the Audit Committee:
(1)recommended to Council that it advise all Committees that, in accordance with Council policy, all requests for Audits
will be forwarded to the Audit Committee for consideration, so that the Audit Committee can prioritize such request giving
regard to the Audit Workplan approved by Council;
(2)authorized Projects 1, 7 and 8 set out in the report (March 29, 1999) from the City Auditor;
(3)requested that the Audit Committee receive:
(a)a detailed breakdown of each individual Councillor's office expenses, including the Mayor's office and staff;
(b)a list of remuneration and expenses received by each individual Councillor for activities in their duties as a Member of
a local Agency, Board or Commission;
as previously requested by the Audit Committee, at its meeting held on March 1, 1999; and
(4)received Projects 2-6 set out in the report (March 29, 1999) from the City Auditor.
(g)460 Gilbert Avenue - Preliminary Evaluation Report Zoning By-law Amendment; Applicant: Domi
Construction Co. Ltd.
Ward 28, York Eglinton.
The York Community Council reports having approved the following report:
(June 30, 1999) from the Director, Community Planning, West District, providing preliminary comments on an application
by Domi Construction Co. Ltd. to amend Zoning By-law No. 1-83 from PE-Prestige Employment Zone to R2-Residential
Zone to permit the development of two pairs of semi-detached dwellings; and advising that this application was submitted
on June 4, 1999; that the 1 083 m2 (0.27 acre) vacant property was formerly used for metal railing manufacturing and is
located on the west side of Gilbert Avenue, south of Eglinton Avenue West; that similar rezoning applications, located to
the south of the site (File Nos. R98-001 and R98-008 consisting of three and five pairs of semi-detached dwellings,
respectively), are the subject of Public Meetings scheduled for June 22, 1999; City-wide issues include the confirmation of
compliance with the criteria set out in Section 12.8 of the Official Plan for the introduction of residential uses in
Employment designations; local issues include the mitigation of potential land use conflicts with existing industrial and
Canadian National Railway uses, separation distances and buffering; that the application is currently in circulation; a staff
report on the application will be distributed to Councillors and will be available to the public, prior to the Public Meeting; a
Community Meeting will be held prior to the staff report being prepared, if deemed necessary by the Ward Councillors;
that a Site Plan application for the proposal is being processed concurrently; and recommending that:
(1)this report be received and that the application continue to be circulated;
(2)a community meeting be arranged in consultation with local area Councillors, and;
(3)upon completion of a Planning staff report, a public meeting to consider the application be scheduled for a meeting of
Community Council.
(h)Request for Removal of Tree at 139 Everden Road -
Ward 28, York Eglinton.
The York Community Council reports having:
(1)requested the Director, Parks and Recreation, West District, to investigate the request of the owner of 139
Everden Road to have the Chinese Elm tree on City property removed, and to report on the feasibility of replacing
it with a more suitable specie, conditional upon the owner assuming the costs associated with this tree; and
(2)received the following communication:
(June 22, 1999) from Councillor Mihevc, requesting a staff report on the feasibility of removing the Chinese Elm tree
situated on City property at 139 Everden Road, and replacing it with a more suitable specie, conditional upon the owner
financing the cost.
(i)Maintenance of Throat Narrowing at Arlington Avenue and Vaughan Road - Ward 28, York Eglinton.
The York Community Council reports having:
(1)requested the Director, Parks and Recreation, West District, to replace the grassed portion of the throat
narrowing at Arlington Avenue and Vaughan Road, with interlocking brick; and
(2)received the following communication:
(July 5, 1999) from Councillor Mihevc requesting that the grass at the throat narrowing at Arlington Avenue and Vaughan
Road be replaced with interlocking brick as it is not adequately maintained.
(j)Toronto Public Library Materials Budget Information Ward 27, York Humber and Ward 28, York Eglinton.
The York Community Council reports having received the following communication:
(June 28, 1999) from the City Librarian, responding to York Community Council's request for additional information on:
-the formula and comparative analysis used between districts, i.e. per capita spending;
-a breakdown of materials acquisition for the 1999 fiscal year detailing printed materia, periodicals, electronics and
videos; and
-proposals to increase the circulation of reading material and to reduce the video circulation.
(k)York Community Alliance Request for Space at 2700 Eglinton Avenue West and 2696 Eglinton Avenue West
Ward 27, York Humber.
The York Community Council reports having:
(1)altered the order of business by majority vote, to consider a communication from the York Community
Alliance (July 15, 1999) not listed on the agenda, requesting space at the York Civic Centre and to hear deputations
on this matter from representatives of the Alliance;
(2)endorsed and forwarded the following request from the York Community Alliance to the Administration
Committee, viz:
"That the current City plans for space utilization and office consolidation with respect to future use of the York
Civic Centre and 2696 Eglinton Avenue West ensure that adequate provision is made for the immediate community
space requirements of the members of the York Community Alliance;"
(3)requested the Executive Director, Facilities and Real Estate Division, to:
(a)work with the York Community Alliance, in the event that the Alliance's space needs cannot be accommodated
at 2700 Eglinton Avenue West and/or 2696 Eglinton Avenue West, to determine their precise requirements and
ability to assume rental costs;
(b)assist the York Community Alliance, in securing an appropriate location in the York District on a rental basis,
in the private sector or in public facilities, including the former York Hydro building at 1652 Keele Street;
(4)advised the York Community Alliance to follow the application process for requesting funds to cover the cost
of rental accommodation, when identified, from the Community Services Grants Program for the year 2000; and
(5)requested the Municipal Grants Review Committee to support the above application, when submitted.
The York Community Council had before it the following communications:
(i)(July 15, 1999) from the York Community Alliance consisting of the following:
-Arts York **;
-Community Information Centre for York *;
-Community Social Planning Council - York Office *;
-Cross Edge Community Network;
-Eritrean Canadian Community Centre;
-Eritrean Canadian Society for Youth Advancement;
-Eritrean Women's Committee;
-Filipino Action Committee for Toronto and Suburbs;
-For Youth Project *;
-Oromo Canadian Community Centre;
-Portuguese Outreach Committee;
-Somali Canadian Community Advancement Centre *;
-Somali Immigrant Aid Organization *;
-Somali Immigrant Women Association; and
-York Hispanic Centre *;
* groups currently located at 2696 Eglinton Avenue West
** group currently located at 2700 Eglinton Avenue West
requesting that the York Community Council adopt the following motion:
"That the current City plans for space utilization and office consolidation with respect to the future use of the York Civic
Centre and 2696 Eglinton Avenue West ensure that adequate provision is made for the immediate community space
requirements of the members of the York Community Alliance; and
That officials of the Facilities and Real Estate Division of Corporate Services responsible for civic space utilization and
office consolidation plans and officials of the Planning Department work with the York Community Alliance to formulate
a concept plan for the development of a Community and Cultural Civic Centre in the facilities and on the grounds of the
York Civic Centre and environs."
(ii)(July 14, 1999) from Ms. Ella Jackson, Chair, Black Creek Business Association, expressing support for the request
from the York Community Alliance for office space in the York community.
The following persons appeared before the York Community Council in connection with the foregoing matter:
-Ms. Rosa Maria Andino, York Hispanic Centre;
-Mr. Peter Mutchler, York Community Information Centre;
-Mr. Peter Clutterbuck, Social Planning Council; and
-Representative from the York Community Alliance.
Respectfully submitted,
COUNCILLOR R. DAVIS
Chair
Toronto, July 15, 1999
Glenda Jagai
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