Friday, April 23, 1999.

The Economic Development Committee met on Friday, April 23, 1999, in Committee Room 1, 2nd Floor, City Hall, Toronto, commencing at 9:40 a.m.

Members Present:

Councillor Brian Ashton, Chair

Councillor Sandra Bussin

Councillor Raymond Cho

Councillor Rob Davis

Councillor Michael Feldman

Councillor Norman Kelly

Councillor Jane Pitfield

Councillor Mario Silva

Councillor Mike Tzekas

No Declarations of Interest pursuant to the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act were declared.

Confirmation of Minutes.

On motion by Councillor Silva, the Minutes of the meetings of the Economic Development Committee held on February 18, 1999, and March 29/April 6, 1999, were confirmed.

5.1 Employment Area Revitalization Program

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (January 4, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, introducing members of the Economic Development Committee to the Local Partnership Program which encompasses approaches to revitalizing retail and employment areas, and recommending this report be received for information.

On motion by Councillor Davis, the Economic Development Committee received the report (January 4, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism.

5.2 Small Business Enterprise Centre - Update

The Economic Development Committee received a presentation from Ingrid Girdauskas, Senior Commercial Area Advisor, Economic Development Division, and Bill Steiss, Director, Small Business and Local Partnerships, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism Department, gave a presentation on this matter.

5.3 Clothing Optional Beach at Hanlan's Point Beach on the Toronto Island

The Economic Development Committee gave consideration to the report (April 19, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, seeking Council approval to implement a one year pilot project to introduce a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point Beach on the Toronto Island, and recommending:

(1) that Council approve a one year pilot project to implement a clothing optional beach at a section of Hanlan's Point Beach on Toronto Islands;

(2) that a project committee consisting of City Staff, the proponents, the City Solicitor, the Toronto Police Force, the Toronto Island Community and other interested parties be convened to assist in the implementation of the pilot project, the development of evaluation criteria and an education/awareness program;

(3) that an evaluation of this pilot project be conducted and forwarded to the Economic Development Committee by December 1999; and

(4) that appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

The Economic Development Committee also had before it the following communications:

- Appendix "A" - Brief submitted by Peter A. Simm, titled "Enhance Toronto Tourism & Recreation: Restore Clothing-Optional Status to Hanlan's Point Beach";

- Appendix "B" - Map of Toronto Island Park identifying the proposed location of the clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- Appendix "C" - Environmentally Significant Areas Study from the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority;

- (April 12, 1999) from Robert A. Phillips, Toronto, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 11, 1999) from Ted and Lesley Thompson, Ottawa, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 9, 1999) from A. W. Hatch, Newmarket, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 12, 1999) from A. W. Hatch, Newmarket, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (March 7, 1999) from G. N. Jerry Ford, Toronto, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (March 31, 1999) from Douglas Simpson, Guelph, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (undated) from Dr. Paul Rapoport, Ancaster, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 11, 1999) from David Basford, Federation of Canadian Naturists, Etobicoke, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 9, 1999) from Judy E. Williams, Canadian Naturist Action Committee Member, Public Relations Director and Government Affairs Officer, Federation of Canadian Naturists, and Chair, Wreck Beach Preservation Society, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 10, 1999) from Stephen Biggs and Tanya Gerber, Toronto, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 20, 1999) from Peter Klungel, Toronto, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (undated) from Geremy Vincent, Toronto, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 14, 1999) from John Pazynik, Burlington, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 19, 1999) from Petra Scheller, Mississauga, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 13, 1999) from Carl Hills, Toronto, in opposition of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 21, 1999) from Connie and Jim Sellen, Pickering, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 21, 1999) from Alison Stewart, Toronto, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (April 20, 1999) from Jim Hodder, Treasurer, The Federation of Canadian Naturists, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point;

- (undated) from Dave Fleming, Hanlan's Beach Naturists, in support of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Point; and

- (April 23, 1999) from Sivahuru Nathan, Toronto, in opposition of a clothing optional beach at Hanlan's Beach.

The following persons appeared before the Economic Development Committee in connection with the foregoing matter:

- Peter Simm;

- David Drasic;

- Zak Kahn;

- Karina Matthews;

- Jim Hodder;

- Linda Deschenes;

- Dominic Carlo; and

- Karl Dorey.

On motion by Councillor Davis, the Economic Development Committee:

(1) recommended to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, that the report (April 19, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism be adopted subject to amending Recommendation (1) to read:

"(1) that Council approve a pilot project for the summer of 1999 to implement a clothing option beach at a section of Hanlan's Point Beach on Toronto Islands;"; and

(2) requested the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism to investigate ways of attracting naturists to Toronto and report on this matter to the Economic Development Committee.

(Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism - April 27, 1999)

5.4 Further Report on Proposed Use of Funds Generated from Cash-in-lieu of Parkland Dedication

The Economic Development Committee gave consideration to the joint report (March 17, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, and the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, respecting the use of funds received by the City from cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication requirements associated with development applications, and recommending that:

(1) the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer be authorized to establish a city-wide reserve fund for cash-in-lieu of parkland collected by the City;

(2) as of January 1, 1999, funds accruing from revenues for cash-in-lieu of parkland be allocated in the Capital Budget Program for the years 2000 and 2001, as follows:

(a) 50% for the purpose of acquisition of land for park purposes,

(i) of this amount, half of these funds (25% of the total) to be retained to acquire land for park or open space purposes in the district where the funds are generated and deficiencies have been identified and,

(ii) the remaining half of this amount (25% of the total) to be allocated on a city-wide basis to purchase land for park or open space purposes in other areas of the City where deficiencies have been identified; and

(b) 50% for the development and upgrading of parks and recreation facilities,

(i) of this amount, half of these funds (25% of the total) to be retained for the development and upgrading of parks and recreational facilities in the district where the funds are generated and deficiencies have been identified, and

(ii) the remaining half of this amount (25% of the total) to be allocated for the development and upgrading of parks and recreational facilities on a city-wide basis, in areas where deficiencies have been identified;

(3) the Budget Committee be advised with respect to Council's action resulting from this report;

(4) this report be forwarded to each Community Council as a communication item; and

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

On motion by Councillor Davis, the Economic Development Committee recommended to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, the adoption of the joint report (March 17, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development Culture and Tourism, and the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services.

(City Council; cc: Councillor Ashton, Chair, Economic Development Committee; Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism; Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services - April 27, 1999)

5.5 Millennium Celebrations - Charity Gala Event At Casa Loma

(Ward 23 - Midtown)

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (April 2, 1999) from the City Clerk, forwarding the action taken by the Millennium Task Force on April 1, 1999, and recommending that:

(1) the report (March 29, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, be adopted, noting that $10,000.00 to $20,000,00 may be raised for other City Millennium initiatives through sponsorship initiatives for this event;

(2) City Council be requested to ask Casa Loma to provide the facility to the City for the entire day of December 31, 1999; and

(3) Members of Council be invited to participate in this event.

On motion by Councillor Pitfield, the Economic Development Committee recommended to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, the adoption of the recommendations of the Millennium Task Force contained in the report (April 2, 1999) from the City Clerk.

5.6 Province of Ontario Announcement Respecting the City's Main Street Ontario Application

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (April 2, 1999) from the City Clerk, forwarding the action taken by the Millennium Task Force on April 1, 1999, advising that the Millennium Task Force:

(1) adopted the report (March 22, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism which recommends that:

(a) the Province of Ontario be notified immediately of the City's intention to submit its application to the Main Street Ontario Program in September, 1999;

(b) staff be directed to prepare an application inclusive of departmental initiatives which are thematically linked to the Main Street Program and meet with the Program's eligibility criteria; and

(c) the Task Force approve the application prior to its submission to Economic Development Committee and Council in the Fall of 1999;

and directed that it be forwarded to the Economic Development Committee and Council for consideration: and

(2) received the report (January 8, 1999) from the Acting Project Manager, Millennium Project.

On motion by Councillor Bussin, the Economic Development Committee recommended to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, the adoption of the following recommendations of the Millennium Task Force:

(1) that the Province of Ontario be notified immediately of the City's intention to submit its application to the Main Street Ontario Program in September, 1999;

(2) that staff be directed to prepare an application inclusive of departmental initiatives which are thematically linked to the Main Street Program and meet with the Program's eligibility criteria; and

(3) that the Millennium Task Force approve the application prior to its submission to Economic Development Committee and Council in the Fall of 1999.

5.7 Hosting of 1999 Conference for Parks and Recreation Ontario

The Economic Development Committee gave consideration to the report (April 7, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, informing Members of Council that the City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Division of the Economic Development, Culture and Tourism Department will be hosting the annual conference for Parks and Recreation Ontario from September 26 to 29, 1999. This year's theme is "Leisure Links, and recommending that this report be received for information.

On motion by Councillor Pitfield, the Economic Development Committee received the report (April 7, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism for information and expressed its appreciation to staff.

(Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism - April 27, 1999)

5.8 Young Entrepreneurs Program

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (April 8, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, providing an overview of the Young Entrepreneurs Program and training provided by Toronto Small Business Centres and recommending that this report be received for information.

On motion by Councillor Feldman, the Economic Development Committee reports received the report (April 8, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism for information.

5.9 The Lion Park of the toronto Lion Dance Festival

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (April 7, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, presenting a business development plan with respect to the Lion Park 1999 and to respond to the development of a policy for grants to community operated special events, and recommending that this report be received for information.

On motion By Councillor Silva, the Economic Development Committee received the report (April 7, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism for information.

5.10 Contract Revisions - Centre Island Foods Limited (Ward 24 - Downtown)

This matter was considered by the Economic Development Committee under Minute No. 5.17.

5.11 Airport Matters

The Economic Development Committee gave consideration to the communication (February 26, 1999) from the City Clerk, Etobicoke Community Council, forwarding action taken by the Etobicoke Community Council at its meeting on February 26, 1999, and advising that Etobicoke Community Council:

(1) endorsed the recommendations of the Strategic Policies and Priorities Committee embodied in Clause No. 7 of Report No. 4A, headed "Process to Develop an Agreement on Matters of Mutual Interest Between the City of Toronto and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority to Lester B. Pearson International Airport", which was adopted, as amended, by the Council of the City of Toronto at its Special Meeting held on April 28 and May 1, 1998, such Clause permitting the participation of the Etobicoke Federation of Ratepayers' and Residents' Associations (E.F.R.R.A.) in the development of an accord or contract between the City of Toronto and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), as is required by the GTAA's mandate; and

(2) recommended to the Economic Development Committee that:

(i) a Sub-Committee, with the following mandate, be established to address matters respecting Lester B. Pearson International Airport and the Toronto City Centre Airport:

(a) offer names of appropriate persons to represent City Council as City of Toronto representatives to the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) Noise Management Committee, Community Consultative Committee and the Board of Directors;

(b) receive regular reports and updates from the respective City of Toronto appointed representatives to the GTAA Noise Management Committee, Community Consultative Committee and the Board of Directors;

(c) act as a forum to receive input with respect to Airport matters from Toronto business and resident communities;

(d) receive communications from the GTAA on Airport matters for consideration by the Sub-Committee; and

(e) have Councillor and community representation; and

(3) requested the appropriate staff to immediately develop the City's position on the provisions of the accord, including full E.F.R.R.A. participation.

(4) received the communication (February 17, 1999) from the Etobicoke Federation of Residents' and Ratepayers' Associations, seeking Etobicoke Community Council endorsement of the foregoing.

On motion by Councillor Davis, the Economic Development Committee received the recommendations of Etobicoke Community Council as contained in the transmittal letter (February 26, 1999) from the City Clerk.

(Etobicoke Community Council; cc: Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism - April 27, 1999)

5.12 Presentation by Air Canada and Greater Toronto Aiports Authority

The Economic Development Committee gave consideration to the communication (March 4, 1999) from Councillor Mario Silva, Ward 20 - Trinity-Niagara, requesting that representatives from Air Canada and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority give a presentation to the Committee on the operations of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority and the future operating costs resulting from the construction of the proposed new terminal.

On motion by Councillor Davis, the Economic Development Committee received this communication and requested that staff from Air Canada be invited to appear before a future meeting of the Committee to give a presentation to the Committee on the operations of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority and the future operating costs resulting from the construction of the proposed new terminal.

(Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism; cc: Mr. Doug Port, Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Government Relations, Air Canada; Councillor Silva, Ward 20 - Trinity-Niagara - April 27, 1999)

5.13 Design Exchange Board Composition and Reporting Relationship

The Economic Development Committee gave consideration to the communication (March 4, 1999) from Councillor Mario Silva, Ward 20 - Trinity-Niagara, requesting that a review of the composition and reporting relationship of the Design Exchange and the City be considered by the Economic Development Committee.

On motion by Councillor Silva, the Economic Development Committee referred this report to the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, and requested him to report back to the Committee on this matter.

(Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism - April 27, 1999)

5.14 Toronto, Bombardier and the Third Millennium

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (March 23, 1999) from Councillor Michael Walker, Ward 22 - North Toronto, forwarding a copy of a report regarding production of the new Bombardier CRJ-700 and BRJ-X commercial aircraft and recommending that the Economic Development Committee develop an initiative aimed at understanding Bombardier's needs regarding these new aircraft and ensuring that they select Toronto as the location for production of a major portion of the CRJ-700 and BRJ-X aircraft.

The Economic Development Committee had before it a communication from Councillor Brian Ashton, Chair, Economic Development Committee and Councillor - Ward 13 - Scarborough Bluffs, and Councillor Michael Walker, Ward 22 - North Toronto, addressed to Mr. Jerry Dias, National Aerospace Coordinator, Canadian Auto Workers, expressing an interest in meeting and working with the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) to attract additional investment and employment in the aerospace industry to Toronto.

On motion by Councillor Silva, the Economic Development Committee recommended to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, that:

(1) Council endorse bringing the CRJ-700 ad BRJ-X aircraft production to Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA);

(2) a briefing be obtained from knowledgeable persons (i.e. aviation analysts such as Ted Larkin of HSBC Securities and union and industry representatives) to identify the opportunity and the process;

(3) the GTA be requested to endorse the "Bring the CRJ-700 and BRJ-X to Toronto" project and to meet with Bombardier to identify how Toronto can make these projects viable;

(4) liaison be undertaken with the provincial and federal governments to ensure there is upgraded training in aviation in the post-secondary sector and that funding is available to ensure there will be a sufficiently large pool of properly trained potential employees;

(5) a plan be developed to address the needs and concerns of Bombardier;

(6) a plan be developed to lobby key decision makers (Toronto-based shareholders, Bombardier senior management, others) for the project; and

(7) Canada's major airlines, Air Canada and Canadian Airlines, be encouraged to place early orders for these new aircraft.

5.15 Proposed Lease of Parks Work Boat (Ward 24 - Downtown)

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (April 19, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, reporting, as requested by the Economic Development Committee, on further information on the proposal to lease the Parks and Recreation Division Work Boat (P and P1) to Toronto Tours Limited, and recommending that:

(1) staff negotiate a lease agreement for the Parks work boat "P and P1" with Toronto Tours Limited for the period May 1, 1999 to September 30, 1999;

(2) a full Request for Proposal process be undertaken for the year 2000 operating season; and

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

On motion by Councillor Bussin, the Economic Development Committee recommended to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, the adoption of the report (April 19, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism subject to amending Recommendation (1) to indicate that the Chair, Economic Development Committee be consulted with respect to the elements of the lease.

5.16 Film Liaison Industry Committee (FLIC)

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (April 16, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, confirming the Film Liaison Industry Committee role, terms of reference, membership and requesting Councillor representation on this committee, and recommending that:

(1) Council recognize the important work of the Film Industry Liaison Industry Committee (FLIC) and adopt the Terms of Reference outlined in Appendix 1; and

(2) six Councillors, one from each of the Community Councils, who are interested in the film and television industry be appointed to FLIC.

On motion by Councillor Silva, the Economic Development Committee recommended to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, the adoption of the report (April 16, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, subject to amending Recommendation (2) to read:'

"(2) that 6 Councillors who are interested in the film and television industry be appointed to FLIC with preference being given to achieving a geographical balance, and that the Clerk be requested to canvass Councillors for their interest in being appointed to this Committee, and submit a list of interested members to the Striking Committee for its consideration;".

5.17 Toronto Island Food and Beverage Concession - Renegotiation of the Centre Island Food Services Ltd. Licence Agreement (Ward 24 - Downtown)

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (April 19, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, providing a report on the request from Centre Island Food Services Ltd. to amend the terms of the Licence Agreement between the City of Toronto and CI Food Services Ltd. for the operation of food and beverage services on the Toronto Island, and recommending:

(1) the Economic Development Committee approve an addendum to the existing licence agreement to reduce the percentage of gross sales payable over and above the basic annual rental fee from 22.25% to 14% in 1999, and from 22.5% to 17% in 2000; to waive the basic annual rental fee for 1999 and 2000; and to adjust the percentage payable in subsequent years so as to make up the shortfall in revenues experienced in 1999 and 2000;

(2) the City Solicitor be authorized to prepare and execute the necessary addendum as outlined above in point 1 to give effect thereto;

(3) as a condition of this adjustment, CI Foods be required to submit to staff, prior to June 1, 1999, a Business Plan outlining a "turnaround strategy" which would allow the terms of the amended licence agreement to be met;

(4) staff continue to monitor the performance of CI Foods, and that if the terms of the amended agreement are not met, the agreement shall revert to its original terms; and

(5) the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, report back on the results of a comprehensive concession review now being undertaken by the Parks and Recreation Division.

Councillor Cho moved that the report (April 19, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, be adopted.

Councillor Feldman moved that the report be amended by amending Recommendation (1) by indicating the reduction in the licence agreement be for 1999 only, so as to read:

"(1) the Economic Development Committee approve an addendum to the existing licence agreement to reduce the percentage of gross sales payable over and above the basic annual rental fee from 22.25% to 14% in 1999, to waive the basic annual rental fee for 1999, to adjust the percentage payable in subsequent years so as to make up the shortfall in revenues experienced in 1999, and direct the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism to bring this matter forward to the Economic Development at the appropriate time for consideration of extending a reduction in the licence agreement for a further year;".

The motions of Councillor Cho and Councillor Feldman carried.

5.18 U.S.E. Hickson Products Ltd., 15 Wallsend Drive Coronation Drive

Employment District - Ward 16, Highland Creek

The Economic Development Committee gave consideration to the report ( 17, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, seeking approval of Council for the installation and up-front financing of a new water main to upgrade services to U.S.E. Hickson's manufacturing operation at 15 Wallsend Drive, and recommending that:

(1) Council approve in principle the installation and expansion of water services to U.S.E. Hickson Products Ltd.;

(2) the City enter into an agreement with U.S.E. Hickson Products Ltd. to construct the water main at the City's cost to be repaid with interest by U.S.E. Hickson over ten years;

(3) this matter be referred to the City's Treasurer, Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services and the City Solicitor to determine the feasibility of installing and expanding the water services to U.S.E. Hickson and to report back on the most appropriate method of proceeding; and

(4) appropriate City Officials be authorized and directed to give effect thereto.

On motion by Councillor Silva, the Economic Development Committee recommended to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, that the report (April 7, 1999) be adopted subject to:

(a) deleting the words "in principle" in Recommendation (1), so as to read:

"(1) Council approve the installation and expansion of water services to U.S.E. Hickson Products Limited;"; and

(b) deleting Recommendation (2).

On motion by Councillor Feldman, the Economic Development Committee requested appropriate staff to report directly to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, with respect to the cost of the financial security to both parties with respect to Recommendation (3) of the above-noted report.

(Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism; Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Finance; Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services; cc: Mr. Keith Knowling, President, U.S.E. Products Ltd. - April 27, 1999)

5.19 1999 Business Improvement Area Budgets Supplementary Report No. 2 - Long Branch Business Improvement Area (Ward 2 - Lakeshore-Queensway)

The Economic Development Committee gave consideration to the report (April 19, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, forwarding the proposed 1999 operating budget for the Long Branch Business Improvement Area (BIA) for Council's approval - Council approval of this budget is required by the Municipal Act to permit the City to collect funds on behalf of the BIA through a special tax levy - and recommending that:

(1) the Economic Development Committee adopt and certify to City Council the 1999 expenditures of the Long Branch Business Improvement Area of $85,750;

(2) a copy of this report be forwarded to the Budget Committee for its information; and

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

On motion by Councillor Davis, the Economic Development Committee:

(1) recommended to City Council for its meeting May 11, 1999, the adoption of Recommendations (1) and (3) of the report (April 19, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism; and

(2) forwarded a copy of the foregoing report to the Budget Committee for its information.

(Budget Committee - April 27, 1999)

5.20 American Public Works Association (APWA)

2006 International Public Works Congress and Exposition

The Economic Development Committee had before it a report (April 22, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, seeking Council's endorsement, in principle, for Toronto as the host city for the APWA 2006 International Public Works Congress and Exposition, and recommending that:

(1) Council confirm its support, in principle, for Toronto as the host city for the APWA 2006 International Public Works Congress and Exposition;

(2) Economic Development Division staff provide support, in co-operation with Tourism Toronto and the Works and Emergency Services Department, to the local organizing committee in their efforts to secure the Congress and Exposition; and

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

On motion by Councillor Silva, the Economic Development Committee recommended to City Council for its meeting on May 11, 1999, the adoption of the report (April 22, 1999) from the Commissioner, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism.

The Committee adjourned its meeting at 12:50 p.m.

Chair