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THE CITY OF TORONTO
Clerk's Department
Minutes of the Urban Environment and Development Committee
Monday, June 15, 1998, and Tuesday, June 16, 1998.
The Urban Environment and Development Committee met on Monday, June 15, 1998, in Committee
Room A, 2nd Floor, Metro Hall, Toronto, commencing at 9:37 a.m.
Members Present:
Councillor Joe Pantalone, Chair
Councillor Irene Jones
Councillor Blake Kinahan
Councillor Pam McConnell
Councillor Ron Moeser
Councillor Howard Moscoe
Councillor Judy Sgro
Councillor Mario Silva
Councillor Mike Tzekas
Regrets: Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Peter Li Preti
Mayor Mel Lastman
168. Vending Permit No. 95-213 York Mills Road.
The Committee had before it a communication (May 13, 1998) from the City Clerk advising
that the Road Allowance Sub-Committee on May 12, 1998, recommended to the Urban
Environment and Development Committee that vending at this location (north side of York
Mills Road, west of Banbury Road), be permitted to continue until such time as the lottery
is held and that this location be deleted from the inventory of sidewalk/boulevard vending
locations located on major arterial roads at that time.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned communication.
(Clause No. 4 - Report No. 8)
169. Subway Asbestos Removal - Program Requirements.
The Committee had before it a communication (May 21, 1998) from the General Secretary,
Toronto Transit Commission advising that the Toronto Transit Commission (Commission) on
May 20, 1998, approved the following recommendations contained in Report No. (33),
entitled Subway Asbestos Removal - Program Requirements :
"It is recommended that the Commission:
(1) authorize staff to proceed with the Subway Asbestos Removal Program in accordance
with the revised schedule and modified methodology as reported to the Commission
on September 23, 1997, noting that overall savings will be achieved in the Capital
Program;
(2) grant additional project approval in the amount of $364,000.00 for a scaffold
workcar under program 4.23 Purchase Rail Non-Revenue Vehicles, for a total
estimated final cost of $3,781,000.00 (see Appendix A) and thereby further
approve:
(a) authorization of award of a contract to AVRA Industries, Tender
No. N31S8079, in the amount of $409,664.50, for the design and manufacture
of a scaffold workcar for the immediate use in the Asbestos Removal Project
on the North Yonge Line;
(b) funds in the amount of $92,335.50 for in-house labour and material costs
related to the purchase of the scaffold workcar;
(3) grant additional project approval in the amount of $140,000.00 for the overhaul of
four workcars under program 4.22 Rail Non-Revenue Vehicle Overhaul, for a total
estimated final cost of $7,143,000.00 (see Appendix B); which will provide the
necessary funds for in-house labour and material costs to complete the work and
provide workcars for immediate use in the Asbestos Removal Project on the North
Yonge Line;
(4) approve these funds being held in TTC accounts pending City Council approval of
the Project Approval adjustments, as set out in Appendices A, B and C; and
(5) forward this report to the City of Toronto Council requesting the necessary
Project Approval adjustments set out in Appendices A, B and C, noting that no
additional funds are required overall."
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to the Budget
Committee, the Strategic Policies and Priorities Committee, and Council the
adoption of Recommendation No. (5) embodied in the aforementioned
communication, viz:
"(5) forward this report to the City of Toronto Council
requesting the necessary Project Approval adjustments set
out in Appendices A, B and C, noting that no additional
funds are required overall."
(Budget Committee; Copy to: Chief General Manager, Toronto Transit
Commission; General Secretary, Toronto Transit Commission; Chief Financial
Officer and Treasurer; Mr. Shekhar Prasad, Director, Finance Department;
Mr. Rob Hatton, Finance Department; Mr. Andres Hachard, Finance Department -
June 17, 1998)
(Clause No. 25(b) - Report No. 8)
170. Toronto Transit Commission Financial Statements
for the Year Ended December 31, 1997.
The Committee had before it the following communications:
(i) (May 21, 1998) from the General Secretary, Toronto Transit Commission, advising
that the Toronto Transit Commission (Commission) on May 20, 1998, approved the
following recommendations contained in Report No. (29), entitled "Financial
Statements of Toronto Transit Commission for Year Ended December 31, 1997":
"It is recommended that the Commission:
(1) receive and approve the attached Financial Statements of the Toronto
Transit Commission for the year ended December 31, 1997; and
(2) forward a copy of the approved financial statements to the City of Toronto
Council, through the City Urban Environment and Development Committee, as
required by the City of Toronto Act."
(ii) (June 8, 1998) from the General Secretary, Toronto Transit Commission, forwarding,
for the information of the Urban Environment and Development Committee, the 1997
Annual Report for the Toronto Transit Commission.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee received the aforementioned
communications, and directed that a copy thereof be forwarded to the Audit
Committee for its consideration.
(Audit Committee; Copy to: City Auditor; Chief Financial Officer
and Treasurer; Mr. Shekhar Prasad, Director, Finance Department;
Mr. Rob Hatton, Finance Department; Mr. Andres Hachard, Finance Department;
Mr. V. Rodo, General Secretary, Toronto Transit Commission - June 17, 1998)
(Clause No. 25(c) - Report No. 8)
171. Procurement of Used Buses.
The Committee had before it a communication (May 22, 1998) from the General Secretary,
Toronto Transit Commission, advising that the Toronto Transit Commission (Commission) on
May 20, 1998, considered Report No. (2), entitled "Procurement of Used Buses"; and that
the Commission approved the recommendations contained in the above report, as listed
below, at an upset limit amount for procurement which was specified in a confidential
report received from the Chief General Manager concerning this matter:
It is recommended that the Commission:
(1) receive this report for information noting that it may be uneconomical to rebuild
some of the current and future Flyer 12-Year rebuild candidate buses due to their
condition and the intention is to procure used GM or RTS buses for rebuild in
their place;
(2) delegate authority to the Chair, one other Commissioner and the Chief General
Manager to approve the submission of bids which will result in the procurement of
up to 100 used buses;
(3) delegate authority to the Chief General Manager to approve funds in the upset
limit amount of $30,000.00 to cover the cost for travel and accommodation for
staff to inspect used buses; and
(4) forward this report to the City of Toronto for information"
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee received the aforementioned
communication, and directed that such communication be submitted to Council
for information. (Clause No. 22 - Report No.8)
172. Toronto Transit Commission
Family Pass/Celebrate Toronto Street Festival.
The Committee had before it a communication (May 22, 1998) from the General Secretary,
Toronto Transit Commission, advising that the Toronto Transit Commission (Commission) on
May 20, 1998, considered Report No. (34a), entitled "Toronto Transit Commission Family
Pass/Celebrate Toronto Street Festival"; and stating that the Commission received the
foregoing communication and requested that a copy be forwarded to the Urban Environment
and Development Committee and City Council for information.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee received the aforementioned
communication, and directed that such communication be submitted to Council
for information.
(Clause No. 23 - Report No. 8)
173. Profile Toronto: Immigrants in Toronto.
The Committee had before it a report (May 27, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban
Planning Development Services submitting a Planning Research publication, entitled
Immigrants In Toronto , which illustrates the settlement patterns of immigrants to
Toronto from the 1996 Census; explaining that although immigration brings many benefits to
the city, it also results in increased service costs, especially for education and
training; that Toronto, Vancouver, and Mississauga as the main immigrant destinations must
support the bulk of these costs; stating that to address these issues fairly requires
partnerships between cities, school boards, the provinces and the Federal Government;
that, in future, the City of Toronto could consider developing alliances with Vancouver
and Mississauga in developing these partnerships with other levels of government; and
recommending that the Committee receive this report for information.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee received the aforementioned
report.
(Clause No. 25(e) - Report No. 8)
174. Contract No. T-56-98
F.G. Gardiner Expressway-Parliament Street
to Cherry Street Substructure Repairs.
The Committee had before it a report (May 29, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) Contract No. T-56-98, for the substructure repairs to the
F. G. Gardiner Expressway from Parliament Street to Cherry Street, be awarded to
G. Tari Limited who submitted the lowest price bid in the amount of $1,607,273.75;
and
(2) the appropriate City of Toronto officials be directed to take the necessary action
to give effect thereto;
advising that the total project cost is estimated to be $1,759,723.75; that funding for
this project has been approved by Council and is available in Capital Account No. C-TR180,
F. G. Gardiner Expressway, Don Valley Parkway to Humber River; and stating that the
Treasurer certifies that financing can be provided under the updated Debt and Financial
Obligation limit and that it falls within corporate debt guidelines.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee:
(1) approved the aforementioned report from the Interim Functional
Lead, Transportation; and
(2) directed that such report be forwarded to Council for information.
(Clause No. 7 - Report No. 8)
175. Contract No. EB9806RD
Construction of Waterfront Drive from
Park Lawn Road to Palace Pier Court, Including
Road Construction, Streetlighting, Streetscaping
and Underground Utility Distribution Duct Work.
The Committee had before it a joint report (June 15, 1998) from the Commissioner of Works
and Emergency Services and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer recommending that:
(1) Contract No. EB9806RD, for the construction of Waterfront Drive from Park Lawn
Road to Palace Pier Court, including road construction, streetlighting,
streetscaping and underground utility distribution duct work, be awarded to
Vaughan Paving Ltd. for the total tendered price of $4,066,139.50 including all
taxes; and
(2) the appropriate City Officials be authorized to take the necessary action to give
effect thereto;
advising that this project is included in the Provincial-Municipal Infrastructure
Agreement entered into by the former City of Etobicoke under the terms of the Canada-
Ontario Infrastructure Works Program; and that the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
has confirmed that funds are available in the appropriate accounts for this project.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned joint report.
(Clause No. 8 - Report No. 8)
176. TTC Streetcar Platforms on
Lake Shore Boulevard West at Park Lawn Road;
and Construction of Waterfront Drive.
The Committee had before it a report (May 25, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) approval be given to proceed with the construction of TTC streetcar platforms on
the west leg of the Lake Shore Boulevard West/Park Lawn Road intersection; and
(2) the introduction of any necessary Bills be authorized;
advising that the cost for the construction of the TTC streetcar platforms is estimated to
be $185,000.00 and will be paid for by the Toronto Transit Commission; that the platforms
are the final component of a project initiated in 1997 and will improve safety for transit
passengers; further advising that the Department will be constructing Waterfront Drive and
related services as approved by the former Etobicoke Council at its meeting on October 6,
1997, and that the reconfiguration of the south leg of the Lake Shore Boulevard West/Park
Lawn Road intersection will be included in this work; stating that the total estimated
cost for the construction of Waterfront Drive is $4,432,000.00, of which $1,535,000.00 is
to be financed through the Canada/Ontario Infrastructure Works Program and the remaining
$2,897,000.00 has been financed by the former City of Etobicoke through Order No. 10010.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 10 - Report No. 8)
177. Proposed Parking Prohibition on the
West Side of Scarlett Road, Near the
Lambton Golf and Country Club Driveway.
The Committee had before it the a report (May 19, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of
Scarlett Road, between a point 74 metres north of Eileen Avenue and a point 48
metres further north thereof, be modified to be in effect from a point 52 metres
north of Eileen Avenue and a point 70 metres north thereof; and
(2) the appropriate by-law(s) be amended accordingly;
advising that the foregoing extension of the "No Parking Any Time" zone, as
requested by Councillor Nunziata, would provide better sightlines and turning
radii for motorists using the Lambton Golf and Country Club driveway without
negatively impacting parking in this area; that the estimated cost to install the
required signs is $300.00; and that the funds for this work are contained in the
Works and Emergency Services' 1998 Current Budget.
The Committee also had before it a communication (April 28, 1998) from Councillor Frances
Nunziata, York-Humber, submitting a copy of Clause No. 5 of Report No. 21 of The Planning
and Transportation Committee, headed "Proposed Parking Prohibition on the West Side of
Scarlett Road, at the Lambton Golf and Country Club Driveway", which was adopted, without
amendment, by the Metropolitan Council on December 10 and 18, 1997; pointing out that
although a partial "No Parking Any Time" zone was implemented in the area last year, the
parking and access problems still persist; and requesting that the "No Parking" zone be
increased by a few more metres in the southerly direction on the west side of Scarlett
Road, at the Lambton Golf and Country Club.
Councillor Frances Nunziata, York-Humber, appeared before the Urban Environment and
Development Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation.
(Clause No. 18 - Report No. 8)
178. Proposed Installation of Traffic Control Signals:
Bathurst Street and Robinson Street/Carr Street.
The Committee had before it a report (May 20, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) traffic control signals be approved at the intersection of Bathurst Street and
Robinson Street/Carr Street coincident with the removal of the existing pedestrian
crossover (PXO);
(2) a northbound right-turn-on-red prohibition be introduced from Bathurst Street to
Carr Street;
(3) a southbound right-turn-on-red prohibition be introduced from Bathurst Street to
Robinson Street;
(4) pedestrian crossings of Bathurst Street be prohibited from the north curb line of
Robinson Street to a point 30.5 metres south thereof; and
(5) the appropriate by-law(s) be amended accordingly;
advising that traffic control signals are warranted at the aforementioned intersection and
should replace the existing PXO to improve operational safety; that the estimated cost of
installing the foregoing traffic control signals is $81,000.00; and that the funds
associated with new traffic control signal installations are contained in the Works and
Emergency Services' Capital Program under Project No. C-TR031.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 19 - Report No. 8)
179. Proposed Installation of Traffic Control Signals:
Lake Shore Boulevard East, 30 Metres West of
Kew Beach Avenue.
The Committee had before it a report (May 20, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that traffic control signals be approved on Lake Shore
Boulevard East, 30 metres west of Kew Beach Avenue; advising that the Subdivision
Agreement for the new Woodbine Park residential subdivision requires the developer,
EMM Financial Corporation, to fund the installation of traffic control signals on Woodbine
Avenue in the vicinity of Kew Beach Avenue; stating that the estimated cost of installing
these traffic control signals is $50,000.00, and that the signals will enhance pedestrian
safety in this area.
Councillor Tom Jakobek, East Toronto, appeared before the Urban Environment and
Development Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Silva, the Committee deferred consideration of the
aforementioned report until its meeting to be held in March 1999.
(General Manager, Transportation Services: Copy to: Councillor Tom Jakobek,
East Toronto - July 2, 1998)
(Clause No. 25(g) - Report No. 8)
180. Proposed Installation of Traffic Control Signals:
Broadview Avenue and Hillside Drive.
The Committee had before it a report (May 19, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that traffic control signals be approved on Broadview Avenue
at Hillside Drive; advising that the installation of a pedestrian crossover (PXO) is
warranted on Broadview Avenue at Hillside Drive; however, because this location fails to
meet the "environmental standards" for the installation of a PXO, traffic control signals
will potentially provide for a safer crossing environment and should be installed at this
location; stating that the estimated cost of the installation of the aforementioned
traffic control signals is $108,000.00; that the funds associated with new traffic signal
installations are contained in the Works and Emergency Services Capital Program under
Project No. C-TR031; that funding for this project has previously been approved by
Metropolitan Council; and that the Treasurer has certified that financing can be provided
under the updated Debt and Financial Obligation limit and that it falls within corporate
debt guidelines.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 20 - Report No. 8)
181. Non-Concurrence with the Proposed
Installation of Traffic Control Signals
on Cherry Street at Commissioners Street.
The Committee had before it a report (May 20, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, responding to a request from the Toronto Community Council to study the
feasibility of installing traffic control signals at the intersection of Cherry Street and
Commissioners Street; advising that an audit of the physical suitability of the pedestrian
crossover (PXO) at this intersection did not reveal any characteristics which would make
this location unsuitable for a PXO, and that staff of the former City of Toronto report
that the PXO has been operating satisfactorily since it was installed in 1984; that, after
reviewing the potential impacts of redevelopment and reconstruction in the area, staff
have concluded that traffic control signals will not likely be required at the
aforementioned intersection in the next few years; and recommending that the installation
of traffic control signals at the intersection of Cherry Street and Commissioners Street
not be approved.
On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Committee deferred consideration of
the aforementioned report until its meeting scheduled to be held on
October 5, 1998.
(General Manager, Transportation Services - July 2, 1998)
(Clause No. 25(h) - Report No. 8)
182. Traffic Control Signal Operation: (RE-OPENED)
Jane Street and Annette Street/Baby Point Road.
(Also see Minute No. 202.)
The Committee had before it a report (May 20, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, responding to a request made by the Urban Environment and Development
Committee on April 20, 1998, for a review of the operation of the traffic signals on
Jane Street at Annette Street/Baby Point Road to determine whether the existing signal
time provided for pedestrians to cross Jane Street is acceptable; advising that,
notwithstanding the relatively comfortable crossing time provided, the investigation
indicated that the time provided for pedestrians to cross Jane Street could be slightly
increased by decreasing the green time for motorists on Jane Street, during all times of
the day, without an undue reduction in overall intersection performance; stating that this
change was made during the week of May 25, 1998; and recommending that this report be
received for information.
The Committee also had before it a communication (April 3, 1998) from Councillor Frances
Nunziata, York-Humber, submitting correspondence relating to the intersection of Jane and
Annette Streets; advising that she does not concur with assessment of the Transportation
Department, embodied in the attached correspondence, regarding the safety of pedestrians
crossing Jane Street at Annette Street/Baby Point Road; wherein it states that, based on a
review by the Transportation Department, the existing traffic signal timing is currently
meeting the needs of pedestrians crossing Jane Street at the aforementioned intersection;
and requesting that this matter be placed on the agenda of the next Urban Environment and
Development Committee meeting for the hearing of deputations.
Councillor Frances Nunziata, York-Humber, appeared before the Urban Environment and
Development Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee received the aforementioned
report and communication.
(The Committee subsequently re-opened its consideration of this matter
later in the meeting in order to permit a deputant to address the Committee
- refer to Minute No. 202.)
183. Request to Relocate the Existing Pedestrian
Crossover from Scarlett Road at Bernice Crescent
to Scarlett Road at Eileen Avenue.
The Committee had before it the following communication and report:
(i) (April 21, 1998) from Councillor Frances Nunziata, York-Humber, submitting a
report from the Transportation Department wherein it states that the existing
pedestrian crossover (PXO) at Scarlett Road and Bernice Crescent is serving the
pedestrian crossing demand at a satisfactory level, and the relocation of this PXO
to Eileen Avenue is not advisable; stating that she cannot support the findings of
the Central Traffic region in this matter; and requesting that this item be added
to the agenda of the next Urban Environment and Development Committee.
(ii) (June 3, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead, Transportation, submitting, as
requested by the Urban Environment and Development Committee, a location plan of
the area of Scarlett Road/Bernice Crescent/Eileen Avenue.
Councillor Frances Nunziata, York-Humber, appeared before the Urban Environment and
Development Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee received the aforementioned
communication and report.
(Clause No. 25(k) - Report No. 8)
184. Proposed Pedestrian Crossover:
Victoria Park Avenue and Swanwick Avenue.
The Committee had before it the a communication (March 11, 1998) from the Acting Manager,
East Traffic Region, submitting a communication dated February 16, 1998, from Staff
Inspector R. Taverner, Community Policing Support Unit, Toronto Police Services,
indicating that a crossing guard is not warranted at Victoria Park Avenue and Swanwick
Avenue and will not be provided; advising that Metropolitan Council on June 4, 1997,
approved Clause No. 4 of Report No. 14 of The Planning and Transportation Committee which
recommended that a pedestrian crossover (PXO) be installed at the intersection of Victoria
Park Avenue and Swanwick Avenue, subject to a crossing guard being provided at such
intersection; and stating that, given that a crossing guard will not be provided, the PXO
will not be installed and the Transportation Department now considers this issue to be
closed.
Councillor Tom Jakobek, East Toronto, appeared before the Urban Environment and
Development Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended that Council
approve the installation of a pedestrian crossover at the intersection of
Victoria Park Avenue and Swanwick Avenue, and that the appropriate
officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give
effect thereto.
(Clause No. 21 - Report No. 8)
185. East York Parking Contract with
APCOA Parking Development and Management Ltd.
The Committee had before it a communication (May 11, 1998) from the City Clerk advising
that the East York Community Council on May 6, 1998, referred the report dated April 23,
1998, from the Commissioner of Development Services, East York, and the communications
dated May 1 and 4, 1998, from the President, APCOA Parking Development and Management
Ltd., to the Urban Environment and Development Committee for consideration with respect to
the recommended parking operation efficiencies available through technological
advancements and the involvement of private parking management services to deliver parking
operations in the City of Toronto.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee received the aforementioned
communication.
(Clause No. 25(o) - Report No. 8)
186. Incorporation of the Terms of Reference for the (RE-OPENED)
Sub-Committee on Pro-Transit Initiatives into the
Terms of Reference for the Environmental Task Force.
(Also see Minute No. 210.)
The Committee had before it a report (June 10, 1998) from Councillor Joe Pantalone, Chair,
Urban Environment and Development Committee, recommending that:
(1) the Terms of Reference for the Sub-Committee on Pro-Transit Initiatives be
incorporated into the Terms of Reference for the Environmental Task Force; and
(2) the Environmental Task Force report to Council through the Urban Environment and
Development Committee with respect to transit-related issues.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
(The Committee subsequently re-opened its consideration of this matter
later in the meeting to allow further discussion - refer to Minute
No. 210.)
187. Request to Remove Traffic Signal Co-ordination:
Danforth Avenue, East Lynn Avenue to Woodbine Avenue.
The Committee had before it a communication (April 3, 1998) from Councillor Tom Jakobek,
East Toronto, advising that he does not agree with the attached report (February 25, 1998)
from the Acting Manager, Central Traffic Region, Metro Hall, in response to a request from
the Councillor for adjustments to traffic signal co-ordination on Danforth Avenue, from
East Lynn Avenue to Woodbine Avenue, due to public complaints about speeding on this
portion of Danforth Avenue; wherein it states that the Transportation Department has
completed its investigation and has concluded that adjustments to signal co-ordination on
this section of Danforth Avenue will not necessarily result in safer or overall slower
traffic operations; and requesting that this matter be placed on the upcoming agenda of
the Urban Environment and Development Committee.
Councillor Tom Jakobek, East Toronto, appeared before the Urban Environment an Development
Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee referred the aforementioned
communication to the General Manager, Transportation Services, with a
request that he submit a report thereon to the Urban Environment and
Development Committee, such report to include the implications of removing
signal co-ordination on Danforth Avenue, from East Lynn Avenue to Woodbine
Avenue.
(Sent to: Councillor Tom Jakobek, East Toronto; General Manager,
Transportation Services - July 2, 1998)
(Clause No. 25(l) - Report No. 8)
188. Road Modifications Required for Private
Sector Developments: Various Locations.
The Committee had before it a report (May 25, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) approval be given to proceed with centre median modifications on Steeles Avenue
West, west of Thompson Boulevard, to provide for an exclusive eastbound left-turn
lane on Steeles Avenue West at a new development access to be constructed on the
north side of Steeles Avenue West opposite Thompson Boulevard;
(2) approval be given to proceed with the extension of the concrete centre median on
Steeles Avenue West, west of Dufferin Street to physically restrict the left-turn
movements in and out of the property at 1514 Steeles Avenue West;
(3) (a) approval be given to proceed with the reconstruction of the concrete centre
median on Kingston Road, south of Cliffside Drive, to provide for a
southbound left turn lane at the southerly entrance at 2235-2245 Kingston
Road (Andrews Motel); and
(b) in conjunction with Recommendation No. (3)(a), approval be given to remove
or transplant those trees in the centre median which will be affected by
the reconstruction of the concrete centre median on Kingston Road, in the
vicinity of 2235-2245 Kingston Road;
(4) approval be given to proceed with the extension of the northbound bus bay on
Warden Avenue in the vicinity of 1575 Warden Avenue;
(5) the appropriate City of Toronto by-law(s) be amended accordingly; and
(6) the introduction of any necessary Bills be authorized;
and advising that funding for the aforementioned road modifications is the responsibility
of the developers.
The Committee also had before it a communication (June 11, 1998) from Councillor Brian
Ashton, Scarborough Bluffs, advising of his opposition with respect to the proposed
removal of a portion of the median on Kingston Road to allow the creation of a left-turn
lane; that the portion in question currently contains a number of trees and stating that
it is his belief that their removal would be detrimental to the streetscape.
Councillor Brian Ashton, Scarborough Bluffs, appeared before the Urban Environment and
Development Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee:
(1) recommended to Council the adoption of Recommendations Nos. (4),
(5) and (6) embodied in the aforementioned report;
(2) deferred consideration of Recommendations Nos. (1) and (2) pending
discussions with York Region officials regarding Steeles Avenue;
and
(3) referred Recommendation No. (3) to the General Manager,
Transportation Services, with a request that Councillor Brian
Ashton be consulted with respect thereto.
(Sent to: Councillor Brian Ashton, Scarborough Bluffs; General Manager,
Transportation Services - July 2, 1998)
(Clause No. 15 - Report No. 8)
189. Request to Provide On-Street Parking:
Lawrence Avenue East Between
Pharmacy Avenue and Birchmount Road.
The Committee had before it a communication (May 22, 1998) from Councillor Norm Kelly,
Scarborough-Wexford, submitting a copy of a staff report dated April 17, 1998, in response
to a request made by Mr. Keysar Nasr of NASR Foods to provide on-street parking on
Lawrence Avenue East between Pharmacy Avenue and Birchmount Road, wherein it states that
Transportation staff are unable to justify a change in the parking regulations along the
aforementioned section of Lawrence Avenue East at this time for the reasons set out in the
report; and advising that Mr. Nasr has subsequently modified his request so that parking
regulations are changed only on the north side of the aforementioned section of
Lawrence Avenue East.
The following persons appeared before the Urban Environment and Development Committee in
connection with the foregoing matter:
- Mr. George Papadopoulos, Papadopoulos & Pradman Architects, on behalf of
Mr. K. Nasr;
- Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Scarborough City Centre; and
- Councillor Norm Kelly, Scarborough Wexford.
(A) Councillor Tzekas moved that the Committee refer the aforementioned
communication to the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development
Services for inclusion in a previously requested study of this
area.
(B) Councillor Moscoe moved that the foregoing motion (A) by Councillor
Tzekas be amended to provide that the communication be referred to
the General Manager, Transportation Services, as well as to the
Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, and that
they be requested to submit a preliminary joint report thereon to
the Scarborough Community Council in September 1998.
(C) Councillor Jones moved, on behalf of Councillor Kelly, that parking
be permitted at this location from Fridays at 6:00 p.m. and all day
Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, for a trial period of six
months, and that the General Manager, Transportation Services be
requested to submit a report thereon to the Urban Environment and
Development Committee at that time.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion (B) by
Councillor Moscoe, it was carried.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion
(A) by Councillor Tzekas, it was carried.
Having regard that the foregoing motions (A) and (B) were
carried, motion (C) by Councillor Jones was not put to a
vote.
(Sent to: Mr. George Papadopoulos, Papadopoulos & Pradman Architects; Mr.
Keysar Nasr, NASR Foods; Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development
Services; Mr. Lorne Ross, Urban Planning and Development Services; General
Manager, Transportation Services - July 2, 1998)
(Clause No. 25(n) - Report No. 8)
190. Bayview Avenue from Balliol Street
to Soudan Avenue/Parkhurst Boulevard:
Request to Permit Parking in the Off-Peak Direction
During the Morning and Afternoon Peak Periods.
The Committee had before it a communication (May 8, 1998) from the City Clerk advising
that the East York Community Council on May 6, 1998, recommended to the Urban Environment
and Development Committee the following:
(1) that parking on the west side of Bayview Avenue, between Balliol Street to
Soudan Avenue, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., be implemented for a trial period of
six months or less; and
(2) that the Interim Functional Lead for Transportation be requested to report on the
impact along Bayview Avenue as a result of the implementation of parking during
this time period.
The Committee also had before it a communication (May 21, 1998) from the City Clerk
advising that the Toronto Community Council on May 6, 1998, recommended to the Urban
Environment and Development Committee that City Council approve parking on Bayview Avenue,
between Balliol Street and Soudan Avenue, during the morning and afternoon peak periods in
the off-peak direction.
The Committee also had before it a report (March 31, 1998) from the Interim Functional
Lead, Transportation, assessing the implications of a proposal from merchants on both
sides of Bayview Avenue, between Balliol Street and Soudan Avenue/Parkhurst Boulevard, to
provide parking in the off-peak direction during peak periods due to a shortage of
available on-street and off-street parking facilities; advising that Bayview Avenue is a
four-lane arterial roadway which operates two-way on a pavement width of approximately 14
metres with a maximum speed limit of 50 kilometres per hour, and that two TTC bus routes
operate on the subject section of Bayview Avenue; pointing out that rescindment of the
parking prohibitions on the east side in the morning, and on the west side in the
afternoon, would in all likelihood result in severe traffic congestion along this section
of Bayview Avenue, characterized by lengthened travel times, extensive delays and
deterioration in the transit service; noting also that peak period parking in the curb
lanes on Bayview Avenue would significantly impact the effectiveness of the SCOOT system
(which controls the traffic control signals) to respond to traffic conditions during peak
periods; concluding that the existing parking prohibitions should be maintained on both
sides of Bayview Avenue during the peak periods as the adverse impacts that would result
from providing parking in the off-peak direction during peak periods outweigh any
benefits that would be gained by the business proprietors with the provision of additional
on-street parking; and recommending that this report be forwarded to the Toronto and East
York Community Councils for information.
Councillor Michael Walker, North Toronto, appeared before the Urban Environment and
Development Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council:
(1) the adoption of the recommendations of the East York Community
Council, embodied in the aforementioned communication (May 8, 1998)
from the City Clerk; and
(2) that the Chief General Manager, Toronto Transit Commission, be
requested to submit a report to the Urban Environment and
Development Committee, in six months time, on the effects of this
change on TTC buses operating on this section of Bayview Avenue.
(Clause No. 11 - Report No. 8)
191. Review of Level Crossings and the Construction (HELD DOWN)
of Grade Separations in the City of Toronto.
(Also see Minute No. 215.)
The Committee had before it a communication (June 1, 1998) from Mr. Tony O'Donohue, P.
Eng., recommending that the Urban Environment and Development Committee adopt
the following:
"Request staff:
(a) to report on the locations of all level crossings in Toronto;
(b) to report on the financial formulas to be used for the construction of grade
separations;
(c) to review the contributions of benefitting developers/industries; and
(d) to review the status of the Strachan Avenue level crossing; and, further, comment
on safety, legal and the rights of the abutting new residential community."
Mr. Tony O'Donohue, Toronto, appeared before the Urban Environment and Development
Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee decided to hold down further
discussion of the foregoing matter.
(Matter held down for further discussion - also refer to Minute No. 215.)
192. Presentation by the Honourable Christine Stewart,
Federal Minister of the Environment.
At this point in the proceedings, Councillor Layton, Don River, and Third Vice-President,
Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) welcomed The Honourable Christine Stewart,
Federal Minister of the Environment, who was in attendance to present a plaque on behalf
of the Ministry, recognizing the important contributions made by the City of Toronto in
its efforts to reduce greenhouse emissions.
Councillor Layton accepted the plaque and expressed appreciation on behalf of Mayor
Lastman, and the City of Toronto Council.
193. Passenger Drop-Off Lay-By on Bloor Street East
Required for Private Sector Development
The Committee had before it a report (May 26, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) approval be given to proceed with the construction of a passenger drop-off lay-by
at 321 Bloor Street East;
(2) subject to construction of the passenger drop-off lay-by;
(a) the current stopping prohibition on the south side of Bloor Street East,
between St. George Street and Mount Pleasant Road, currently in effect from
3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Saturdays, Sundays and
Public Holidays, be rescinded;
(b) stopping be prohibited on the south side of Bloor Street East, from
St. George Street to a point approximately 27 metres east of Jarvis Street,
from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Saturdays, Sundays
and Public Holidays;
(c) stopping be prohibited on the south side of Bloor Street East, from a point
approximately 42 metres east of Jarvis Street to Mount Pleasant Road, from
3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Saturdays, Sundays and
Public Holidays; and
(d) standing be prohibited at all times on the south side of Bloor Street East,
from a point approximately 27 metres east of Jarvis Street to a point
approximately 15 metres further east thereof;
(3) the appropriate by-law(s) be amended accordingly; and
(4) the introduction of any necessary Bills be authorized;
and advising that funding for this road modification is the responsibility of the
developer, Eastern Construction on behalf of Rogers Cantel Inc.
On motion by Councillor McConnell, the Committee:
(a) recommended to Council the adoption of the aforementioned report;
and
(b) requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, to include
in future reports respecting road construction or modifications, an
indication as to whether the local Councillors whose wards are
affected are in agreement with the revisions proposed.
(Clause No. 13 - Report No. 8)
194. Yonge Street Median Construction,
North York Boulevard to Ellerslie Avenue.
The Committee had before it a report (May 26, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) authority be given to proceed with the construction of a landscaped median along
the centre line of Yonge Street between North York Boulevard and Ellerslie Avenue;
(2) the existing two-way left-turn designation for the centre left-turn lane on Yonge
Street, between Sheppard Avenue and Parkview Avenue, be rescinded;
(3) the appropriate City of Toronto By-law(s) be amended accordingly; and
(4) the introduction of any Bills be authorized;
advising that the cost of the median will be approximately $1.4 million including public
art, construction, design fees, project administration fees and contingencies; and that
funds for this project are available in Account No. 005 313 7106 which holds development
charges collected for streetscaping in the Yonge Street corridor.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council:
(1) the adoption of the aforementioned report from the Interim
Functional Lead, Transportation; and
(2) that the General Manager, Transportation Services, be requested to
meet with officials from the Toronto Transit Commission with
respect to Phase 3 of the median extension, Sheppard Avenue to
Highway No. 401.
(Clause No. 14 - Report No. 8)
195. Proposed Introduction of Left-Turn
Prohibitions at 2530 Weston Road.
The Committee had before it a report (May 12, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) northbound and eastbound left turns at the access to 2530 Weston Road, located
approximately 18 metres south of Fairglen Crescent, to/from Weston Road be
prohibited at all times; and
(2) the appropriate by-law(s) be amended accordingly;
advising that the foregoing prohibition is a condition of site plan approval, is supported
by channelization of the driveway, and will promote safe and efficient traffic flow on
this section of Weston Road; and that the cost of the installation of the appropriate
signage is the responsibility of the property owner.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 16 - Report No. 8)
196. Proposed Two-Way Left-Turn Lane Designation:
Finch Avenue West Between Weston Road and a
Point 255 Metres West of Weston Road.
The Committee had before it a report (May 14, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) the centre lane on Finch Avenue West, between Weston Road and a point 255 metres
west, be designated for eastbound and westbound left turns only; and
(2) the appropriate by-law(s) be amended accordingly;
and advising that the funds associated with the installation of the appropriate signage
and pavement markings, estimated to cost $4,500.00, are contained in the Works and
Emergency Services' 1998 Current Budget.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 17 - Report No. 8)
197. TTC Streetcar Platforms and Bicycle Lanes (HELD DOWN)
on Lake Shore Boulevard West
Between 30th Street and 40th Street.
(Also see Minute No. 206.)
The Committee had before it a report (May 25, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) authority be given to proceed with the construction of streetcar platforms on
Lake Shore Boulevard West at the following locations: westbound at Long Branch
Avenue, 37th Street and west of 39th Street; and eastbound at 39th Street,
37th Street, Long Branch Avenue and 31st Street;
(2) the eastbound curb lane of Lake Shore Boulevard West between 40th Street and
31st Street be designated for bicycles only;
(3) the appropriate City of Toronto by-law(s) be amended accordingly; and
(4) the introduction of any necessary Bills be authorized;
advising that the cost of constructing the platforms is estimated to be $190,000.00 and
will be paid for by the Toronto Transit Commission.
On motion by Councillor Jones, the Committee decided to hold down further
discussion of the foregoing matter
(Matter held down for further discussion - also refer to Minute No. 206.)
198. Consultant Study - Inventory of Cycling Trail (RE-OPENED)
Opportunities in Rail and Hydro Corridors.
(Also see Minute No. 216.)
The Committee had before it a report (June 1, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban
Planning and Development Services recommending that:
(1) City Council endorse in principle developing trails in active and abandoned rail
and hydro corridors, as an integral part of a city-wide network of cycling routes
which would include both off-street and on-street facilities;
(2) the Commissioners of Urban Planning and Development Services, Economic
Development, Culture and Tourism, and Works and Emergency Services be authorized
to develop a plan, in consultation with the Toronto Cycling Committee, for
implementing trails in active and abandoned corridors, based on the consultant's
report, entitled "Inventory of Cycling Trail Opportunities in Rail and Hydro
Corridors", which would address:
(a) guidelines for identifying priority trail projects;
(b) a multi-year implementation plan;
(c) design guidelines for trail construction and trail-roadway intersections;
(d) annual capital funding requirements for trail development and property
acquisition; and
(e) additional funding sources and potential partnerships with other levels of
government and private corporations;
(3) the Commissioners of Urban Planning and Development Services, Economic
Development, Culture and Tourism, and Works and Emergency Services be requested to
report, in time for consideration as part of the 1999 capital budget, on trail
projects which could be initiated in 1999;
(4) the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be authorized to
protect opportunities for bicycle and pedestrian trails in rail and hydro
corridors wherever possible through the development approval process and secure
implementation where appropriate;
(5) the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be requested to
consider policies as part of the new Official Plan to preserve future
opportunities for trail development in rail and hydro corridors which are declared
surplus; and
(6) a copy of this report be forwarded to all Community Councils, the City of Toronto
Environmental Task Force, Ontario Hydro, Consumers' Gas, CN Rail, CP Rail
(St. Lawrence and Hudson), GO Transit and Toronto Transit Commission for
information and comments.
The Committee also had before it the following reports and communication:
(i) (June 6, 1998) from the City Clerk advising that the Metropolitan Cycling and
Pedestrian Committee, the Toronto City Cycling Committee and the North York
Cycling and Pedestrian Committee at a joint meeting on May 25, 1998, recommended
to the Urban Environment and Development Committee that a bicycle/pedestrian path
be included in the planning and development of the Ontario Hydro lands, between
Highway No. 401 and McNicoll Avenue and Pharmacy and Warden Avenues; and that such
request form part of the discussions at the Ontario Municipal Board Hearings.
(ii) (May 22, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services
responding to the direction of the Urban Environment and Development Committee on
May 19, 1998, for information on the status of Ontario Hydro Corridors in the new
City and the City-wide significance of these corridors; advising that the
remaining Ontario Hydro transmission corridors in the City of Toronto are going to
remain active for some time; that this continuing primary function is necessary
and important to the well-being of the City s residents and businesses, and should
clearly be recognized; that the only other potential use of these corridors will,
therefore, continue to be for secondary purposes, and there are many successful
examples of such uses in a variety of land use contexts and under various planning
objectives established across the City, which have benefited business and
residents alike; stating that the City-wide significance of these corridors is
that they can and do serve a variety of interests in a variety of ways; that
opportunities exist to secure passive recreational walking, trail and cycling
facilities within the current planning environment; and recommending that the
Committee received this report for information.
(iii) (June 1, 1998) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism,
providing further information on the potential for recreational uses in the Hydro
Corridors, and relevant economic strategies to achieve an enhanced level of use of
both active and surplus Hydro Corridors; stating that it is clear that the City
benefits from current uses of Hydro lands, and that there is the potential for
additional parks and recreational needs to be addressed on existing and surplus
Hydro lands; however, the costs of acquisition of large tracts of these surplus
Hydro corridors is likely prohibitive; advising that the objectives of the City
would be advanced by focusing on selective acquisition, potential public/private
partnerships and dedication of lands through the development process; and
recommending that this report be received for information.
(iv) (June 12, 1998) from Mr. Jack Becker, Public Co-Chair, Metropolitan Cycling and
Pedestrian Committee recommending to the Urban Environment and Development
Committee that abandoned hydro and rail corridors be acquired by the City, through
any means appropriate, and preserved as open spaces for use in the bike trails
system, for transportation, and for other open space uses; and further
recommending that for operational hydro and rail corridors, arrangements be made
with the owners of the properties to permit the construction of an extensive bike
trail network.
Mr. Victor Ford, Victor Ford and Associates, Consultants, made a presentation to the Urban
Environment and Development Committee with respect to the foregoing matter.
Councillor Jack Layton, Don River, appeared before the Urban Environment and Development
Committee in connection with the foregoing matter.
(A) Councillor Tzekas moved that the Committee:
(i) recommend that Council adopt:
(a) the aforementioned report (June 1, 1998) from the
Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development
Services; and
(b) the joint recommendation of the Metropolitan Cycling
and Pedestrian Committee, the Toronto City Cycling
Committee, and the North York Cycling and Pedestrian
Committee, embodied in the aforementioned
communication (June 6, 1998) from the City Clerk;
and
(ii) forward to the Scarborough Community Council, a copy
of the report and the communication referred to in
Part (i) above, for its advance information.
(B) Councillor Moscoe moved that the Commissioner of Urban Planning and
Development Services be requested to negotiate with the railway
companies and Ontario Hydro, a protocol for acquiring trails
identified in the report dated June 1, 1998, from the Commissioner
of Urban Planning and Development Services.
(C) Councillor McConnell moved, on behalf of Councillor Layton, that
the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be
requested to:
(i) address in future reports a consideration of utilitarian
cycling needs, as well as recreational cycling needs; and
(ii) determine what effects bicycle trails within rail
corridors in other cities have had on neighbouring
communities, and submit a report thereon to the
Urban Environment and Development Committee.
(D) Councillor Moeser moved that the Commissioner of Urban Planning and
Development Services be requested to meet with the local
Councillors whose wards are affected by trails identified in the
report dated June 1, 1998, from the Commissioner of Urban Planning
and Development Services.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion (D) by
Councillor Moeser, it was carried.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion
(C) by Councillor McConnell, it was carried.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion (B) by
Councillor Moscoe, it was carried.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion
(A) by Councillor Tzekas, it was carried.
(Matter subsequently re-opened for further discussion - also refer to
Minute No. 216.)
199. Sidewalk/Boulevard Vending.
(Also see Minute No. 200.)
The Committee had before it a communication (May 13, 1998) from the City Clerk advising
that the Road Allowance Sub-Committee on May 12, 1998, recommended to the Urban
Environment and Development Committee:
(1) the adoption of Recommendation No. (1) of Part A of Appendix 1, embodied in the
report (April 24, 1998) of the Interim Functional Lead, Transportation, subject to
amending part (a) to provide that vending location No. (110) not be deleted, but
be adjusted in consultation with the present vendor; and, further, that vending
location No. (18) not be deleted until such time as a lottery takes place; so that
Recommendation No. (1) shall read as follows:
(1) (a) that the following vending locations be deleted from the inventory
of sidewalk/boulevard vending spaces:
(i) Nos. (7) and (81) listed in Attachment A to the report
(January 22, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead for
Transportation; and
(ii) Nos. (12) and (34), identified by the Bloor-Yorkville
Business Improvement Area;
(b) that vending location No. (110), listed in Attachment A to the
report (January 22, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead for
Transportation, not be deleted, but adjusted in consultation with
the present vendor; and
(c) that vending location No. (18), listed in Attachment A to the
report (January 22, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead for
Transportation, not be deleted until such time as a lottery takes
place; ;
(2) the adoption of Recommendation No. (3), embodied in the aforementioned report
(April 24, 1998), subject to reinstating vending location No. (21), subject to
confirmation by the Interim Functional Lead, Transportation, that it is still
operating; so that Recommendation No. (3) shall read as follows:
(3) the vending locations listed in Part B of Appendix 1 to this report be
deleted from the inventory of sidewalk/boulevard vending locations located
on major arterial roads with the exception of vending location No. (21),
such location to be reinstated, subject to confirmation by the Interim
Functional Lead, Transportation, that it is still operating; ;
(3) the adoption of Recommendations Nos. (2) and (6), embodied in the aforementioned
report (April 24, 1998);
(4) that Recommendation No. (4), embodied in the aforementioned report (April 24,
1998), be deleted;
(5) that Recommendation No. (5), embodied in the aforementioned report (April 24,
1998), be deleted and the following new Recommendation No. (5) be inserted in lieu
thereof:
(5) the Interim Functional Lead, Transportation, be requested to give the Bloor
Street West area from Spadina Avenue to Bathurst Street special attention
with regard to vending enforcement; ;
(6) that the Bloor-Yorkville BIA be given special attention by by-law enforcement
officers;
(7) that the existing contractual arrangements respecting the former City of Toronto
and the former Metro road vending locations be confirmed; and
(8) that the Interim Functional Lead, Transportation, be requested to:
(a) conduct a lottery as soon as possible to award the former Metro road
vending locations, as well as the new sites identified within the
Club/Entertainment District;
(b) review illegal vending within the Entertainment District to assist in
determining where vending spots will be located; and
(c) submit a report to the Road Allowance Sub-Committee:
(i) on how the former City of Toronto vending locations will be brought
into the lottery system upon the expiry of the existing contracts;
(ii) on appropriate new rules for the Club/Entertainment District after
11:00 p.m. and identify a number of legal vending locations for the
Club/Entertainment District which conform to the new rules;
(iii) as soon as possible, on controlling vending on private property;
(iv) on the establishment of a committee of vendors to assist staff in
determining vending locations;
(v) on a system of photo-identification for vendors;
(vi) on the issue of vendors hiring assistants; and
(vii) on establishing different categories of vending locations at
different rates.
The Committee also had before it a communication (June 11, 1998) address to
Councillor John Adams from Mr. Martin Sone, Owner and Chief Executive Officer,
Merls Pharmacy (Ontario) Limited, advising that the presence of motorized vendors
illegally parked along Bloor Street West between Spadina and Bathurst causes various
problems; and urging the prohibition of these vendors from parking illegally in the
neighbourhood.
The following persons appeared before the Urban Environment and Development Committee in
connection with the foregoing matter:
- Mr. Abbas Eskandari, Toronto;
- Mr. John Mavrogiannis, Toronto;
- Mr. Corrado Salonia, Toronto;
- Mr. Rick Brandenburg, Toronto;
- Mr. Peter Kovatchev, Etobicoke;
- Mr. Fred Heywood, Whitby; and
- Ms. Kapustova, Toronto.
At this point in the proceedings, having regard to the hour of 12:30 p.m., in accordance
with subsection 11(1) of the Council Procedural By-law, the Committee decided to hold down
further discussion of the foregoing matter and recess immediately, to reconvene at
2:00 p.m.
(Matter held down for further discussion - also refer to Minute No. 200.)
The Urban Environment and Development Committee recessed at 12:32 p.m.
The Urban Environment and Development Committee reconvened at 2:12 p.m.
Members Present:
Councillor Joe Pantalone, Chair
Councillor Irene Jones
Councillor Blake Kinahan
Councillor Pam McConnell
Councillor Ron Moeser
Councillor Howard Moscoe
Councillor Mario Silva
Councillor Mike Tzekas
Regrets: Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Peter Li Preti
Councillor Judy Sgro
Mayor Mel Lastman
200. Sidewalk/Boulevard Vending.
(Also see Minute No. 199.)
The Committee resumed its consideration of the issue of Sidewalk/Boulevard Vending.
The following persons also appeared before the Committee in connection with the foregoing
matter:
- Mr. Bob McIntosh, Toronto;
- Mr. Thuoc Do, Toronto;
- Ms. Patty MacPherson, Bloor Bathurst Madison BIA;
- Mr. John Chronopoulos, Toronto;
- Mr. Neek Mohammed Neekzad, North York; and
- Councillor Michael Walker, North Toronto.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council:
(i) the adoption of the recommendations of the Road Allowance
Sub-Committee embodied in the aforementioned communication (May 13,
1998) from the City Clerk, subject to amending Recommendation
No. (2) to provide that vending location No. (21) not be deleted
until such time as a lottery takes place; and
(ii) that public property enforcement occur immediately within the Club
District to remove illegal vendors after 11:00 p.m. each night.
(Clause No. 3 - Report No. 8)
201. Prince Edward (Bloor Street) Viaduct
Measures to Deter Suicide Attempts.
The Committee had before it a report (May 28, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that:
(1) the Urban Environment and Development Committee support in principle the
introduction of measures, as outlined in this report, to deter suicide attempts
from the Bloor Street Viaduct;
(2) a Request for Proposals be issued, as outlined in this report, to solicit
proposals for design concepts and full architectural services, with the
submissions being evaluated by a Project Steering Committee comprised of
representatives from:
- the Schizophrenia Society of Ontario;
- the Council on Suicide Prevention;
- the Toronto Historical Board/Heritage Toronto;
- Architecture and Civic Improvements, City Planning;
- the Transportation Division, Works and Emergency Services Department; and
- the Public Art Policy Advisory Committee;
(3) a further report be submitted to the Urban Environment and Development Committee
on the selection of a preferred design, the detailed budget requirements and a
project schedule; and
(4) the appropriate City of Toronto officials be directed to take the necessary action
to give effect thereto;
advising that funds of between $40,000.00 and $60,000.00 for the proposed Request for
Proposals and design process can be absorbed within the approved 1998 Transportation
Capital Works budget; that preliminary estimates indicate that the installation costs for
barriers/safety netting/equipment on the Viaduct will range from $400,000.00 to
$700,000.00 plus operating and maintenance costs ranging from $10,000.00 to $25,000.00 per
year; pointing out that these estimates are based on the provision of basic safety systems
and do not include any costs associated with architectural or artistic enhancements to
conform with City urban design practices; that the cost of these enhancements is unknown
at this time but could increase the costs to between $800,000.00 and $1,300,000.00; and
stating that the Works and Emergency Services Department does not have funds allocated for
this project in either its Current or Capital Budget for 1998.
The Committee also had before it a communication (June 11, 1998) from Dr. Robin R.
Richards, Head - Division of Orthopaedics, St. Michael s Hospital, expressing strong
support for the efforts of the Committee in increasing the safety of the Prince Edward
Viaduct and other pedestrian bridges in Toronto; advising that most patients who jump
from this bridge do not survive, but that those who do usually suffer severe
musculoskeletal injuries that result in permanent disability; and urging the Committee to
take action with regard to this issue.
The following persons appeared before the Urban Environment and Development Committee in
connection with the foregoing matter:
- Mr. Al Birney, President, East York Chapter and Chairman, Bridge Committee,
Schizophrenia Society of Ontario;
- Mr. Ray Doucette, Scarborough;
- Mr. Michael McCamus, Spokesperson of the Bridge Committee, Schizophrenia Society
of Ontario;
- Police Superintendent Aidan Maher, Toronto Police, 55 Division;
- Dr. Paul Links, Arthur Sommer Rotenberg Chair in Suicide Studies, University of
Toronto;
- Dr. Robin R. Richards, Head of Orthopaedics, St. Michael's Hospital;
- Dr. Isaac Sakinofsky, Psychiatrist, Clarke Institute of Psychiatry, and Professor
of Suicide Studies, York University;
- Ms. Karen Letofsky, Executive Director, Suicide Survivor Support Programme,
Toronto Distress Centre;
- Mr. Dale Wright, Canadian Airmotive Ltd.; and
- Councillor Jack Layton, Don River.
(A) Councillor McConnell moved that the Committee recommend to Council
the adoption of the aforementioned report.
(B) Councillor Moscoe moved that the Committee recommend to the Budget
Committee that it recommend to the Strategic Policies and
Priorities Committee, and Council, that up to $1.5 million be
allocated from the Corporate Contingency Account to undertake the
project to avert suicides on the Bloor Street Viaduct.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions (A) and (B), it
was carried.
(Budget Committee; Copy to: Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services;
Mr. Dave Kaufman, General Manager Transportation Services; Ms. Wendy
Walberg, Legal Department; Mr.
Les Kelman, Transportation
Services, Metro Hall; All
Interested Persons - June 17,
1998)
(Clause No. 2 - Report No. 8)
202. Traffic Control Signal Operation: (RE-OPENED)
Jane Street and Annette Street/Baby Point Road.
(Also see Minute No. 182.)
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee re-opened its consideration
of the foregoing matter in order to permit a deputant to address the
Committee.
The following persons appeared before the Urban Environment and Development Committee in
connection with the foregoing matter:
- Ms. Joan Miles, Toronto; and
- Councillor Bill Saundercook, York - Humber.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee received the aforementioned
report and communication, inasmuch as the on-going monitoring of this
location will continue.
(Clause No. 25(j) - Report No. 8)
203. Morningside Heights Land Use Study and
Related Development Applications, and
Morningside Tributary Subwatershed Study.
The Committee had before it the following report and communications:
(i) (June 4, 1998) from the City Clerk advising that City Council, at its meeting held
on June 3 and 4, 1998, struck out and referred Clause No. 13 of Report No. 5 of
The Scarborough Community Council, headed Morningside Heights Land Use Study and
Related Development Applications, and the Morningside Tributary Subwatershed
Study ,
to the Urban Environment and Development Committee for further
consideration.
(ii) (May 29,1 998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services
responding to a request made by the Urban Environment and Development Committee on
May 19, 1998, for the Commissioner to submit to the Committee all documentation
pertaining to the redesignation of Morningside Heights and to report on the
consultation undertaken with respect to the issue; advising that there has been
extensive consultation with the public, technical agencies, interest groups and
the applicants over the past 13 years; that, with the encouragement of the
Scarborough Community Council and the Ontario Municipal Board, this effort by
staff continues with the objective of narrowing the issues to be argued at the
scheduled October 19, 1998 Ontario Municipal Board Hearing; and recommending that
the Committee receive this report for information.
(iii) (June 10, 1998) from Mr. Jeffrey L. Davies, Davies Howe Partners, advising that
his firm is counsel to 554056 Ontario Limited, the Neilson Development
Corporation, M & R Holdings, the Staines Development Corporation and Silvercore
Properties Inc., which are the owners of the bulk of the lands known as
"Morningside Heights"; that consideration of the Morningside Heights application
involves a number of important and complicated issues which are subject to further
staff reports; stating that his firm has been advised that the staff report
requested by the Scarborough Community Council will soon be completed and will be
on the agenda for the June 24, 1998 meeting of the Community Council; and
requesting that the Urban Environment and Development Committee not commence its
deliberations on Morningside Heights until its next meeting, at which time it will
have the benefit of the staff report dealing with the dividing line between
industrial and residential uses west of Morningside Creek.
(iv) (June 11, 1998) from Mr. Jeffrey L. Davies, Davies Howe Partners advising, further
to his letter dated June 10, 1998, that the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) has
scheduled a Pre-Hearing Conference for July 13, 1998, which is the date of the
next meeting of the Urban Environment and Development Committee; suggesting that,
in order to avoid a conflict with the Pre-Hearing, the Committee set a time to
deal with the Morningside Heights issue on July 14, 1998; further advising that he
is prepared to request the OMB to schedule an additional Pre-Hearing between the
July 14 and September 14, 1998 Pre-Hearings in order to assure the Committee that
the City will not be prejudiced by a deferral of the Morningside Heights issue to
its July, 1998 meeting.
(v) (June 15, 1998) from Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Chair, Scarborough Community
Council, advising that at the Scarborough Community Council meeting on May 27,
1998, staff were directed to bring forward further reports on this item to the
Community Council meeting on June 24, 1998; that with this in mind, major
landowners in the area have suggested that the item before the Committee be
deferred until its next meeting; further advising that while he is unable to
attend the June 15 meeting of the Urban Environment and Development Committee
meeting, he supports the request for a temporary deferral of the item.
(vi) (June 15, 1998) from Ms. Lois James, Scarborough, urging Members of the Urban
Environment and Development Committee to adopt the goal of clean air for the Rouge
Valley, and to discouraging the use of cars and trucks by providing public transit
access and by planning for services within walking and cycling distances.
The following persons made a presentation to the Urban Environment and Development
Committee with respect to the foregoing matter:
- Ms. Virginia West, Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services;
- Mr. Lorne Ross, Urban Planning Division, Scarborough Civic Centre;
- Ms. Brenda Librecz, Interim Functional Lead, Economic Development; and
- Mr. Raymond Simpson, Hemson Consulting Ltd.
The following persons appeared before the Urban Environment and Development Committee in
connection with the foregoing matter:
- Mr. John Mackenzie, Save the Rouge Valley System;
- Mr. Jeffrey L. Davies, Davies Howe Partners, on behalf of Morningside Heights
landowners;
- Mr. Randy Grimes, Director, IBI Group;
- Mr. Bela Kaposi, Markham (and also appearing on behalf of Ms. Gina Raponi);
- Mr. William A. Dempsey, Centennial Community and Recreation Association of
Highland Creek;
- Mr. Michael Bowman, Osler Hoskin and Harcourt on behalf of IPSCO Ontario Inc.;
- Ms. Angelina Macri, Dale & Lessman, Barristers and Solicitors (on behalf of Black
and McDonald, et al);
- Ms. Marion Kenney, Markham;
- Ms. Ruth Gill, Scarborough;
- Ms. Linda Carscadden, Scarborough;
- Ms. Lois James, Scarborough;
- Mr. Jim Robb, Friends of the Rouge Watershed, and filed a written submission; and
- Mr. Brian Gardner, Scarborough.
The following Members of Council appeared before the Urban Environment and Development
Committee in connection with the foregoing matter:
- Councillor Bas Balkissoon, Scarborough Malvern;
- Councillor Lorenzo Berardinetti, Scarborough City Centre;
- Councillor Raymond Cho, Scarborough Malvern; and
- Councillor Norm Kelly, Scarborough Wexford.
(A) Councillor Tzekas moved that the Committee refer this matter to the
Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services and the
Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism, with a
request that they submit a joint report thereon, to the Scarborough
Community Council, for subsequent submission to the July 13, 1998
meeting of the Urban Environment and Development Committee, if
possible.
(B) Councillor Moscoe moved that the Committee:
(i) recommend to Council the adoption of Recommendations
Nos. (1) to (4) of the Scarborough Community Council
embodied in Clause No. 13 of Report No. 5 of
The Scarborough Community Council; and
(ii) request the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development
Services to submit a report directly to Council for
consideration with this matter on the recommendations
contained in the submission dated June 15, 1998 from
Mr. Jim Robb, Project Co-ordinator, Friends of the Rouge
Watershed.
(C) Councillor Moeser moved that the Committee:
(i) defer consideration of this matter pending the
receipt of further reports by the Scarborough
Community Council; and
(ii) request the Scarborough Community Council to submit
such further reports to the Urban Environment and
Development Committee.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion (A) by Councillor
Tzekas, it was lost.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motion (C) by Councillor
Moeser, it was lost.
Upon the question of the adoption of Part (i) of the foregoing motion (B)
by Councillor Moscoe, it was carried.
Upon the question of the adoption of Part (ii) of the foregoing motion (B)
by Councillor Moscoe, it was carried.
In summary therefore, the Urban Environment and Development Committee recommended to
Council the adoption of Recommendations Nos. (1) to (4) of the Scarborough Community
Council embodied in Clause No. 13 of Report No. 5 of The Scarborough Community Council,
headed Morningside Heights Land Use Study and Related Development Applications, and the
Morningside Tributary Subwatershed Study , viz:
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that Council:
(1) endorse Phase 2 and Addendum and direct staff to complete Phase 3
of the Morningside Tributary Subwatershed Study;
(2) defer the redesignation of the lands south of the Hydro Corridor,
east of Staines Road, currently designated Open Space to a later
date, until the City has rectified the problems associated with the
diversion structure and the stabilization of the stream north of
the Corridor;
(3) adopt Option 2, i.e., retain employment uses west of the Tributary;
permit Executive Residential uses east of the Tributary, with
Significant Natural Area Centred on the Morningside Tributary, and:
(a) resolve that the existing land use designations west of the
Morningside Tributary be retained as one of the largest
remaining greenfield employment opportunities in the City of
Toronto, and that staff be directed to initiate an official
plan amendment to redesignate the lands east of the
Tributary for Executive Residential uses; and
(b) direct staff to use the recommendations from the staff
report on the Phase 2 Subwatershed Analysis and Addendum,
submitted to Scarborough Council last fall, including a
green space corridor centred on Morningside and Neilson
Tributaries as the basis for preparing the Implementation
Plan for the Subwatershed Study;
(4) endorse the position taken by the Scarborough Community Council
that it does not support any road connection between Highway
407/the Markham By-pass and Highway 401 as it is detrimental and
negative to the proper planning of the Morningside Heights area; .
The Committee also requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services
to submit a report directly to Council for consideration with this matter on the
recommendations contained in the submission dated June 15, 1998 from Mr. Jim Robb, Project
Co-ordinator, Friends of the Rouge Watershed, viz:
Therefore, Friends of the Rouge Watershed requests that the Urban
Environment and Development Committee make the following prudent and
diligent recommendations:
- The Committee recommends the establishment of a minimum flood-plain
buffer of 160 metres wide along the Morningside Tributary between
Steeles Avenue and the CPR tracks to avoid the public liabilities
associated with allowing development too close to flood-prone
and/or erosion-prone areas and to protect the ecological features
and functions of the Morningside Tributary area of the Rouge Park;
- That the City of Toronto seek the co-operation of the federal
government, the provincial government, the Rouge Park, the Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority, the landowners and other
potential partners to help acquire the lands between Staines Road
and the Rouge Valley (at fair market value based on their current
land-use designation and constraints) for dedication to the City of
Toronto or the Rouge Park for flood plain, public parkland and
ecosystem protection;
- The Committee supports the unanimous (11-0) Scarborough Community
Council position that no new roads or highways should be built
through the Rouge Park area (including the Morningside Tributary)
south of Steeles Avenue;
- Whether the land-use is industrial or residential, the Committee
recommends that any further development within the Morningside
Tributary watershed will need to:
(a) comply with the Subwatershed Study recommendations and
pertinent provincial and federal legislation (e.g., federal
Fisheries Act and policy);
(b) improve water quality, stream base flow and red-side dace
habitat;
(c) reduce flash floods and erosion by maximizing infiltration
of precipitation and protecting prudent flood plain buffers;
(d) support the goal and objectives of the Rouge Park Management
Plan by protecting, expanding and interconnecting natural
areas (e.g., streams, woodlands, wetlands);
(e) protect the stream corridors defined in Map 5 of the
Metropolitan Greenspace System (December 30, 1994).
(Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services; Copy to: Mr. Paul
Bedford, Executive Director and Chief Planner, Urban Planning Division; Mr.
Lorne Ross, Urban Planning Division, Scarborough Civic Centre; Ms. Brenda
Librecz, Interim Functional Lead, Economic Development; Interim Contact,
Scarborough Community Council; All Interested Persons - June 17, 1998)
(Clause No. 1 - Report No. 8)
204. Extension of Contract No. T-27-96:
Maintenance of Traffic Control and Related Devices.
The Committee had before it a report (May 26, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that Contract No. T-27-96 with Stacey Electric Company
Limited be extended from January 1, 1999, to December 31, 1999, under the terms and
conditions of the original contract, by exercising the Option of Extension clause (Part
C, Section 15); advising that Contract No. T-27-96 was issued as a two-year contract from
January 1, 1997 to December 31, 1998, with two one-year extensions in 1999 and 2000, each
of which requires the approval of Toronto City Council; that the Contract was written in
this way to achieve cost savings in the area of maintenance of traffic control devices,
while maintaining the quality of maintenance work; stating that these benefits have been
experienced with the current electrical contractor, Stacey Electric Company Limited; and
that the funds for the activities included within this Contract will be contained in the
Works and Emergency Services Current Budget estimates for 1999.
On motion Councillor Moscoe, by the Committee:
(1) recommended to the Budget Committee, the Strategic Policies and
Priorities Committee, and Council the adoption of the
aforementioned report; and
(2) requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, to:
(a) consult with employee groups during the development of the
consolidated service delivery plan; and
(b) submit a report to the Urban Environment and Development
Committee with regard to the details of the tendering
specifications, prior to re-tendering.
(Budget Committee; Copy to: Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer;
Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services; General Manager,
Transportation Services; Mr. Shekhar Prasad, Director, Finance Department;
Mr. Rob Hatton, Finance Department; Ms. Keshwer Patel, Finance Department -
June 17, 1998)
(Clause No. 25(f) - Report No. 8)
205. Contract No. T-8-98:
Bathurst Street Bridge Over the
Toronto Terminal Railway South of
Front Street - Structure Rehabilitation.
The Committee had before it a report (June 1, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that the contract price for Contract No. T-8-98, Structure
Rehabilitation on the Bathurst Street Bridge over the Toronto Terminal Railways, be
increased by $580,000.00 gross and $280,000.00 net, to a total of $2,489,813.58, to
accommodate additional repair work; advising that approximately $300,000.00 of the
additional cost will be recovered from CN Rail and the Toronto Transit Commission; that
funding for this project has previously been approved by Council and is available in
Capital Account No. C-TR055, Bridge Reconstruction Program; stating that the Treasurer has
previously certified that financing can be provided under the updated Debt and Financial
Obligation limit and that it falls within corporate debt guidelines; and that there are
sufficient funds available in Capital Account No. C-TR055 to accommodate the extension of
this Contract.
On motion by Councillor Kinahan, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report.
(Clause No. 6 - Report No. 8)
206. TTC Streetcar Platforms and Bicycle Lanes (HELD DOWN)
on Lake Shore Boulevard West
Between 30th Street and 40th Street.
(Also see Minute No. 197.)
The Committee resumed its consideration of the foregoing matter.
(A) Councillor Moscoe moved that the Committee recommend to Council
that:
(i) the General Manager, Transportation Services, be requested
to apply the artist on design team policy with respect to
the aesthetics of the TTC platforms at these locations; and
(ii) the Chief General Manager, Toronto Transit Commission, be
requested to submit a report to the Commission with respect
to this issue.
(B) Councillor Kinahan moved that the Committee recommended to Council
the adoption of the aforementioned report.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions (A) and (B), it
was carried.
(Clause No. 9 - Report No. 8)
207. Removal of Trees from the Sheppard Avenue
Right-of-Way at Burbank Drive/Bessarian Road.
The Committee had before it a report (April 27, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, recommending that authority be granted for the removal of seven trees from
the Sheppard Avenue right-of-way in the area of Burbank Drive/Bessarian Road; advising
that the removal of the aforementioned trees is required in order to facilitate the
construction of the Sheppard Subway, Bessarian Station; and that the costs associated with
this work will be the responsibility of the Toronto Transit Commission.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee recommended to Council the
adoption of the aforementioned report, conditional upon the Toronto Transit
Commission awarding the contract for Bessarian Station, and that no action
be taken on the removal of trees until such contract is awarded.
(Clause No. 12 - Report No. 8)
208. Traffic Control Signal Operation:
Eglinton Avenue West and Ennerdale Road.
The Committee had before it a report (May 19, 1998) from the Interim Functional Lead,
Transportation, responding to a request made by Councillor Mihevc to review the existing
signal time provided for pedestrians to cross Eglinton Avenue West at Ennerdale Road;
advising that 15 seconds walking time is provided for pedestrians to cross Eglinton Avenue
West at Ennerdale Road at all times of the day; that, in addition, an additional six
seconds of clearance time (amber and all-red indications) provides an added level of
safety; that, furthermore, in October 1996 the "Flashing Don't Walk" display was installed
to enhance pedestrian safety; that, based on the above information, the existing
pedestrian walk times provided at the intersection of Eglinton Avenue West and Ennerdale
Road are acceptable; and recommending that this report be received for information.
The Committee also had before it, a communication (February 3, 1998) from Councillor
Joe Mihevc, York Eglinton, requesting that staff re-examine the issue of the timing of the
traffic control signals at Eglinton Avenue West and Ennerdale Road to allow pedestrians,
especially seniors, more time to cross at this busy intersection.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee:
(1) received the aforementioned report and communication; and
(2) requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, to review
the flashing don t walk display at signalized intersections and
submit a report to the Urban Environment and Development Committee
on the feasibility of replacing it with a flashing orange walking-
person display.
(Clause No. 25(i) - Report No. 8)
209. Request for Review of the Composition of the
Canadian National Exhibition Association and
the Board of Governors of Exhibition Place.
The Committee had before it a communication (June 8, 1998) from the City Clerk advising
that City Council, at its meeting held on June 3, 4 and 5, 1998, referred a motion by
Councillor O'Brien, seconded by Councillor Brown, which contains the following operative paragraph:
BE IT RESOLVED THAT City Council request the Provincial Government
to review the composition of the Canadian National Exhibition
Association and the Board of Governors of Exhibition Place in
concert with officials of the City of Toronto.
On motion by Councillor Moscoe, the Committee received the aforementioned
communication.
(Clause No. 25(r) - Report No. 8)
210. Incorporation of the Terms of Reference for the (RE-OPENED)
Sub-Committee on Pro-Transit Initiatives into the
Terms of Reference for the Environmental Task Force.
(Also see Minute No. 186.)
On motion by Councillor Kinahan, the Committee re-opened its consideration
of the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Kinahan, the Committee:
(1) recommended to Council the adoption of the aforementioned report;
and
(2) expressed its appreciation to Councillor Kinahan for volunteering
to serve on the previously proposed Sub-Committee on Pro-Transit
Initiatives.
(Clause No. 24 - Report No. 8)
The Urban Environment and Development Committee recessed at 6:55 p.m.
Tuesday, June 16, 1998
The Urban Environment and Development Committee reconvened at 9:15 a.m.
At the request of Councillor Kinahan, the Roll was called at 9:15 a.m., those Members
present at the call of the Roll being:
Councillor Joe Pantalone, Chair
Councillor Blake Kinahan
Councillor Irene Jones
Councillor Ron Moeser
Councillor Howard Moscoe
Councillor Mario Silva
Members Present:
Councillor Joe Pantalone, Chair
Councillor Blake Kinahan
Councillor Irene Jones
Councillor Pam McConnell
Councillor Ron Moeser
Councillor Howard Moscoe
Councillor Judy Sgro
Councillor Mario Silva
Councillor Mike Tzekas
Regrets: Councillor Frank Faubert
Councillor Peter Li Preti
Mayor Mel Lastman
211. Report on the Fixed Link to the
City Centre Airport Environmental Assessment.
The Committee had before it the following reports and communications:
(i) (May 6, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services
explaining the findings of the Federal Environmental Assessment concerning the
Fixed Link (bridge) to the City Centre Airport; and recommending, provided the
Environmental Assessment is approved by federal authorities, design and
operational requirements for both the bridge and Bathurst Street, and new terms
and conditions which should be added to the Tripartite Agreement as a condition of
City Council agreeing to the construction of the bridge and to an exchange of land
between the City and the Federal Government which will result in additional park
space.
(ii) (June 1, 1998) from the City Clerk setting out the actions taken by the Urban
Environment and Development Committee on May 19, 1998, with respect to the
proposed Fixed Link (bridge) to the City Centre Airport.
(iii) (May 8, 1998) from the City Clerk advising that City Council, at its Special
Meeting held on April 29 and 30, 1998, in adopting the 1998 Operating and Capital
Budgets, directed, inter alia, that the 1998 Capital Program pertaining to the
Toronto Harbour Commission (No. 60) be amended, and setting out the amendments
made thereto.
(iv) (May 7, 1998) from the City Solicitor, responding to a request from the Chair of
the Urban Environment and Development Committee (UEDC) as to whether the report
(May 6, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services,
entitled "Fixed Link to the City Centre Airport Environmental Assessment", should
be on the UEDC agenda; providing the opinion that the aforementioned report should
be considered by UEDC; and setting out the reasons for such opinion.
(v) (May 19, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services,
respecting the Toronto City Centre Airport; and recommending that this report be
received for information.
(vi) (undated) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services,
respecting a Fixed Link to the City Centre Airport; and recommending that this
report be received for information.
The Urban Environment and Development Committee also had before it the following
communications and briefs:
- (May 14, 1998) from Mr. Donald J. MacLean, Regional Director, Programs, Ontario
Region, Transport Canada;
- (May 20, 1998) and ( June 15, 1998) from Mr. Malcolm Horne, Heritage Planner,
Cultural Programs Branch, Archaeology and Heritage Planning Unit, Ministry of
Citizenship, Culture and Recreation;
- (May 18, 1998) from Mr. Gary F. Reid, General Manager, The Toronto Harbour
Commissioners (THC);
- (May 12, 1998) from Mr. Kevin Psutka, Executive Vice-President, Canadian Owners
and Pilots Association;
- (May 13, 1998) from Mr. Roger D. Wilson, Toronto;
- (May 15, 1998) from Dr. C. Douglas Creelman, Toronto;
- (May 19, 1998) from Ms. Joan Doiron, Co-Chair, Environmentalists Plan
Transportation;
- (May 19, 1998) from Ms. Freya Godard, Toronto Island;
- (May 15, 1998) from Ms. Kittie Fells, President, Mid-City Naturalists' Group;
- (May 25, 1998) from Mr. Dennis I. Bryant, Toronto;
- (June 4, 1998) from Mr. Harve Sokoloff, Toronto;
- (June 9, 1998) from Mr. Simon Miles, Toronto;
- (June 8, 1998) from Miss Jean Macdonald, Toronto;
- (June 11, 1998) from Ms. Helen Hanson and Mr. Robert Hanson, Toronto;
- (June 12, 1998) from Mr. Robert I. Mitchell, Toronto;
- (June 7, 1998) from Mr. Paul M. Grant, Toronto;
- (undated) from Ms. Peggie Sampson, Professor Emeritus, York University;
- (June 11, 1998) from Mr. Carson Woods, Architect and Town Planner, and
Representative of the Ontario Boating Forum;
- (June 10, 1998) from Mr. Jack Taylor, Maple, Ontario;
- (June 16, 1998) from the Controller and CFO, The Toronto Harbour Commissioners;
- (June 15, 1998) from Ms. Laurie M. Bruce, Project Manager, Dillon Consulting; and
- (June 16, 1998) from The Toronto Harbour Commissioners, headed A Presentation to
the Urban Environment and Development Committee .
Mr. Paul Bedford, Executive Director and Chief Planner, Urban Planning Division, made an
overhead presentation to the Urban Environment and Development Committee with respect to
the foregoing matter, and filed a copy of his presentation material.
The following persons appeared before the Urban Environment and Development Committee in
connection with the foregoing matter:
- Dr. Lance Levy, Chairman, Downtown City Airlines (DCA) Inc.;
- Mr. Eli Ophek, Toronto Bay Group, and filed a written brief with respect thereto;
- Mr. John Bessai, Bathurst Quay Neighbourhood Association;
- Mr. Timothy Dobson, Toronto, and filed a written brief with respect thereto;
- Mr. Irwin Doxsee, on behalf of the Ontario Boating Forum;
- Mr. John Morand, Director of Strategic Planning, and Mr. Gary Reid, General
Manager, The Toronto Harbour Commissioners;
- Ms. Victoria Piersig, Toronto;
- Dr. Bill Freeman, Toronto;
- Ms. Debra Williams, Air Ontario;
- Ms. Mary Hay, Toronto Waterfront Coalition;
- Mr. Roger Wilson, Toronto, and filed a written brief with respect thereto; and
- Mr. Victor Pappalardo, Trans Capital Air and Stolport Corporation.
The following Members of Council appeared before the Urban Environment and Development
Committee in connection with the foregoing matter:
- Councillor Sandra Bussin, East Toronto;
- Councillor Olivia Chow, Downtown;
- Councillor Jack Layton, Don River; and
- Councillor Norm Kelly, Scarborough Wexford.
Councillor Pantalone appointed Councillor Moeser Acting Chair of the Urban Environment and
Development Committee and vacated the Chair.
(A) Councillor Pantalone moved that the Committee:
(i) defer consideration of the aforementioned reports,
communications and briefs regarding the proposed Fixed Link
to the City Centre Airport, until its meeting to be held on
September 8, 1998; and
(ii) request the Commissioner of Urban Planning and
Development Services, in consultation with
appropriate officials, to submit a consolidated
report on this matter to its meeting to be held on
September 8, 1998, such report to include:
(a) the reports previously requested by the Committee
and City Council; and
(b) comments from the Commissioner of Economic
Development, Culture and Tourism.
Councillor Pantalone resumed the Chair.
(B) Councillor Sgro moved that the foregoing motion (A) by Councillor
Pantalone be amended to provide that the Commissioner of Urban
Planning and Development Services be requested to include in the
consolidated report, a full business plan, to be prepared by the
Toronto Harbour Commission, including whether general aviation
movement will increase or decrease; and an analysis of such
business plan.
(C) Councillor Moeser moved that the foregoing motion (A) by Councillor
Pantalone be amended to provide that the Commissioner of Urban
Planning and Development Services be requested to include in the
consolidated report, comments from the Waterfront Regeneration
Trust on the proposal for the Fixed Link.
At this point in the proceedings, on motion by Councillor Kinahan, having regard to the
hour of 12:29 p.m., in accordance with subsection 12(1) of the Council Procedural By-law,
the Committee decided to waive the requirement of the 12:30 p.m. recess in order to
complete the Agenda.
(D) Councillor McConnell moved that the foregoing motion (A) by
Councillor Pantalone be amended to provide that the Commissioner of
Urban Planning and Development Services be requested to include the
following in the consolidated report:
(i) an estimated travel time from the Lester B. Pearson
International Airport to the downtown core, if a proposed
rail link from the airport to downtown is put in place;
(ii) an analysis of the impact of the Fixed Link on air quality;
and
(iii) an analysis of the economic impact on tourism and
residential development.
(E) Councillor McConnell further moved, on behalf of Councillor Chow,
that the foregoing motion (A) by Councillor Pantalone be amended to
provide that the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development
Services be requested to include the following in the consolidated
report:
(i) consideration of the formation of a Work Group to develop a
comprehensive Waterfront Policy;
(ii) an examination of the impact the Fixed Link may have on
tourism, specifically with respect to tour operations, and
also the proposed height of the bridge;
(iii) an examination of the impact of the Fixed Link on:
(a) traffic patterns along the waterfront, including
various concrete traffic-calming options; and
(b) the new residences presently being constructed; and
(iv) a determination of the impact of the rail link from downtown
to the Lester B. Pearson International Airport on the
financial feasibility of the Fixed Link.
(F) Councillor Kinahan moved, on behalf of Councillor Bussin, that the
Chair of the Police Services Board be requested to submit to the
Committee, in camera if necessary, its complete report on the
Marine Police Unit s ability to service emergencies outside the
Inner Harbour.
Upon the question of the adoption of the foregoing motions (A) to (F)
inclusive, it was carried.
In summary therefore, the decision of the Urban Environment and Development Committee is
as follows:
The Committee:
(1) deferred consideration of the aforementioned reports, communications and briefs
regarding the proposed Fixed Link to the City Centre Airport, until its meeting to
be held on September 8, 1998;
(2) requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services, in
consultation with appropriate officials, to submit a consolidated report on this
matter to its meeting to be held on September 8, 1998, such report to include:
(a) the reports previously requested by the Committee and City Council;
(b) a full business plan, to be prepared by the Toronto Harbour Commission,
including whether general aviation movement will increase or decrease; and
an analysis of such business plan;
(c) comments from the Waterfront Regeneration Trust on the proposal for the
Fixed Link;
(d) estimated travel time from the Lester B. Pearson International Airport to
the downtown core, if a proposed rail link from the airport to downtown is
put in place;
(e) an analysis of the impact of the Fixed Link on air quality;
(f) an analysis of the economic impact on tourism and residential development;
(g) comments from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and
Tourism;
(h) consideration of the formation of a Work Group to develop a comprehensive
Waterfront Policy;
(i) an examination of the impact the Fixed Link may have on tourism,
specifically with respect to tour operations, and also the proposed height
of the bridge;
(j) an examination of the impact of the Fixed Link on:
(i) traffic patterns along the waterfront, including various
concrete traffic-calming options; and
(ii) the new residences presently being constructed; and
(k) a determination of the impact of the rail link from downtown to the
Lester B. Pearson International Airport on the financial
feasibility of the Fixed Link; and
(3) requested the Chair of the Police Services Board to submit to the Committee, in
camera if necessary, its complete report on the Marine Police Unit s ability to
service emergencies outside the Inner Harbour.
(Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services; Copy to: Chief
Administrative Officer; Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and
Tourism; Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer; Commissioner of Works and
Emergency Services; Mr. Paul Bedford, Executive Director and Chief Planner,
Urban Planning Division; Mr. Joe D'Abramo, Urban Planning Division, City
Hall Office; Ms. Mary Ellen Bench, Legal Department; Ms. Wendy Walberg,
Legal Department; Chair, Police Services Board; General Manager, The
Toronto Harbour Commissioners; All Interested Persons - June 22, 1998)
(Clause No. 25(a) - Report No. 8)
212. Expression of Thanks to Doug Floyd,
Commissioner of Transportation.
Councillor Pantalone, Chair of the Urban Environment and Development Committee advised the
Committee that this would be the last Urban Environment and Development Committee meeting
at which Mr. Doug Floyd, Commissioner of Transportation, would be in attendance, having
regard that the Commissioner is leaving the Corporation at the end of June, 1998.
Commissioner Floyd addressed the Committee and thanked Members for their support.
The Committee unanimously expressed its appreciation to Commissioner Floyd
for his tremendous efforts and hard work during his career with the
Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and with the City of Toronto.
213. Bill 104 - The Vital Services Act.
The Committee had before it a communication (May 25, 1998) from the City Clerk advising
that City Council, at its meeting held on May 13 and 14, 1998, referred a Motion by
Councillor Jakobek, seconded by Councillor Ootes, regarding Bill 104 - the Vital Services
Act, to the Urban Environment and Development Committee for consideration.
The Committee also had before it the following reports:
(i) (June 10, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services
recommending that the City of Toronto not enact a vital services by-law under
authority of the Tenant Protection Act, given the expected high cost of its
administration and potential for financial risk to the City, as further outlined
in this report.
(ii) (June 9, 1998) from the City Solicitor reviewing the potential implications of the
motion referred by City Council at its meeting of May 13 and 14, 1998, which
proposes that the City enact a by-law requiring providers of vital services to
adopt a program whereby the service providers would continue to provide services
to tenanted properties despite the landlord s failure to make utility payments.
On motion by Councillor Kinahan, the Committee deferred consideration of
the aforementioned communication and reports until its next meeting,
scheduled to be held on July 13, 1998.
(Clause No. 25(m) - Report No. 8)
214. Application of Former City of Toronto's
1984 Special Legislation Respecting
Demolition Control to the New City of Toronto.
The Committee had before it a report (June 10, 1998) from the City Solicitor responding to
a request made by the Urban Environment and Development Committee on May 19, 1998, during
consideration of the conversion to condominium, and demolition, of rental housing before
and after the proclamation of the Tenant Protection Act, for a report on the feasibility
of amending the former City of Toronto's special demolition control legislation in the
City of Toronto Act, 1984, so that the Act will apply to the whole of the urban area of
the new City.
On motion by Councillor Kinahan, the Committee deferred consideration of
the aforementioned report until its next meeting, scheduled to be held on
July 13, 1998.
(Clause No. 25(p) - Report No. 8)
215. Review of Level Crossings and the Construction (HELD DOWN)
of Grade Separations in the City of Toronto.
(Also see Minute No. 191.)
The Committee resumed its consideration of the foregoing matter.
On motion by Councillor Kinahan, the Committee deferred consideration of
the aforementioned communication until its next meeting scheduled to be
held on July 13, 1998.
(Mr. Tony O Donohue, P.Eng. - July 2, 1998)
(Clause No. 25(q) - Report No. 8)
216. Consultant Study - Inventory of Cycling Trail (RE-OPENED)
Opportunities in Rail and Hydro Corridors.
(Also see Minute No. 198.)
On motion by Councillor Tzekas, the Committee re-opened its consideration
of the foregoing matter, insofar as it relates to the following reports
only:
(i) (May 22, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and
Development Services responding to the direction of the Urban
Environment and Development Committee on May 19, 1998, for
information on the status of Ontario Hydro Corridors in the new
City and the City-wide significance of these corridors; advising
that the remaining Ontario Hydro transmission corridors in the City
of Toronto are going to remain active for some time; that this
continuing primary function is necessary and important to the
well-being of the City s residents and businesses, and should
clearly be recognized; that the only other potential use of these
corridors will, therefore, continue to be for secondary purposes,
and there are many successful examples of such uses in a variety of
land use contexts and under various planning objectives established
across the City, which have benefited business and residents alike;
stating that the City-wide significance of these corridors is that
they can and do serve a variety of interests in a variety of ways;
that opportunities exist to secure passive recreational walking,
trail and cycling facilities within the current planning
environment; and recommending that the Committee received this
report for information.
(iii) (June 1, 1998) from the Commissioner of Economic Development,
Culture and Tourism, providing further information on the potential
for recreational uses in the Hydro Corridors, and relevant economic
strategies to achieve an enhanced level of use of both active and
surplus Hydro Corridors; stating that it is clear that the City
benefits from current uses of Hydro lands, and that there is the
potential for additional parks and recreational needs to be
addressed on existing and surplus Hydro lands; however, the costs
of acquisition of large tracts of these surplus Hydro corridors is
likely prohibitive; advising that the objectives of the City would
be advanced by focusing on selective acquisition, potential
public/private partnerships and dedication of lands through the
development process; and recommending that this report be received
for information.
On motion by Councillor Tzekas, the Committee deferred consideration of the
aforementioned reports until its next meeting scheduled to be held on July
13, 1998.
In summary therefore, the decision of the Urban Environment and Development Committee is
as follows:
The Committee recommended to Council:
(1) the adoption of the report (June 1, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning
and Development Services;
(2) the adoption of the joint recommendation of the Metropolitan Cycling and
Pedestrian Committee, the Toronto City Cycling Committee, and the North York
Cycling and Pedestrian Committee, embodied in the communication (June 6, 1998)
from the City Clerk, viz:
that a bicycle/pedestrian path be included in the planning
and development of the Ontario Hydro lands, between Highway No. 401
and McNicoll Avenue and Pharmacy and Warden Avenues; and that such
request form part of the discussions at the Ontario Municipal Board
Hearings ; and
(3) that the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services be requested to:
(a) negotiate with the railway companies and Ontario Hydro, a protocol for
acquiring trails identified in the report dated June 1, 1998, from the
Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services;
(b) address in future reports a consideration of utilitarian cycling needs, as
well as recreational cycling needs; and
(c) determine what effects bicycle trails within rail corridors in other cities
have had on neighbouring communities, and submit a report thereon to the
Urban Environment and Development Committee.
The Committee also:
(i) directed that a copy of the aforementioned report dated June 1, 1998, from the
Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services and the communication
dated June 6, 1998, from the City Clerk be forwarded to the Scarborough Community
Council for its advance information;
(ii) requested the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services to meet with
the local Councillors whose wards are affected by trails identified in the
aforementioned report dated June 1, 1998, from the Commissioner of Urban Planning
and Development Services;
(iii) deferred consideration of the following reports until its next meeting scheduled
to be held on July 13, 1998:
(a) (May 22, 1998) from the Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development
Services, headed Ontario Hydro Corridors in the City of Toronto ; and
(b) (June 1, 1998) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and
Tourism, headed Recreational Use of Hydro Corridors ; and
(iv) received the communication (June 12, 1998) from Mr. Jack Becker, Public Co-Chair,
Metropolitan Cycling and Pedestrian Committee.
(Sent to: Commissioner of Urban Planning and Development Services;
Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism; Scarborough
Community Council; Mr. Jack Becker, Public Co-Chair, Metropolitan Cycling
and Pedestrian Committee; Copy to: Mr. Paul Bedford, Executive Director and
Chief Planner, Urban Planning Division; Mr. Victor Ford, Victor Ford
Consultants - June 17, 1998)
(Clause No. 5 - Report No. 8)
217. PCB Waste Storage Management Issues
in the New City of Toronto.
The Committee had before it the following communication and report:
(i) (May 19, 1998) from the City Clerk advising, for the information of the Urban
Environment and Development Committee, of the actions taken by the Board of Health
on May 12, 1998, with respect to PCB Waste Storage Management Issues in the New
City of Toronto.
(ii) (May 7, 1998) Dr. Sheela Basrur, Medical Officer of Health, recommending that the
Medical Officer of Health, in consultation with Functional Leads from affected
program areas, co-ordinate the development of policies and procedures to be
applied to PCB transfers, PCB decontaminations and PCB waste storage sites in the
new City, and report through the Board of Health.
On motion by Councillor Kinahan, the Committee received the aforementioned
communication and report.
(Clause No. 25(d) - Report No. 8)
The Committee adjourned its meeting at 12:37 p.m.
Chair.
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