Ward 21 Compost Days and Community Meetings

May 10, 2013 | Author: joemihevc

 

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Ward 21 Spring Events & Meetings Round-Up!

Dear Neighbour,

Spring has finally sprung! There are some great events and important community meetings happening in the coming weeks. This week, my annual Ward 21 Free Compost Days are happening at local schools. See below for dates, times and locations. Make sure to scan the e-newsletter below to ensure that you don’t miss out on events and meetings that are important to you.

Thank you to everyone who attended my Environment Day last month. Despite the cold weather, a lot of people took part.

I hope to see you all soon!

Sincerely,

Councillor Joe Mihevc

Ward 21, St. Paul’s West

 

  1. Councillor Joe Mihevc’s Free Compost Days! May 6 – 14Friday, May 10 – 4-6 pm – Humewood Community School, 15 Cherrywood Ave.

    Monday, May 13 – 4-6 pm – J. R. Wilcox Public School, 231 Ava Rd.

    Tuesday, May 14 – 4-6 pm – Cedarvale Community School, 145 Ava Rd.

    First come, First served - Bring your own shovels and containers (no loading compost onto trucks)

    For any further information you may contact

    Lucy De Luca at (416) 392-0208

  2. Open House Cedarvale Water Play Feature - May 23Purpose: Please join me and representatives from Parks, Forestry and Recreation to view design concepts and provide feedback on a water play feature in Cedarvale Park. The proposed location for the water play feature is south of the tennis courts, west of the softball diamond.
    DATE: Thursday, May 23, 2013

    TIME: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, drop in 

    LOCATION: On site, behind The Leo Baeck Day School, 501 Arlington Avenue

    RAIN LOCATION: The Leo Baeck Day School, Auditorium

    Background: In early 2012, I held a meeting to discuss a possible water play feature for Cedarvale Park. Residents wanted time to consider the idea further within a larger discussion about values and a vision for the park. What ensued was a months-long visioning process, followed by a survey about possible capital improvements to the park. The water play feature emerged as a top project.

    If you cannot attend the open house, feel free to share your feedback by contacting one of the people listed below:

     

    Susan Anderson, Senior Project Coordinator - sanders2@toronto.ca   416-392-8168

    Beth Gosnell, Assistant to Councillor Mihevc - bgosnel@toronto.ca   416-392-7460

  3. Bike Month 2013 with Bike to Work Day – May 27Join me and other cyclists from Ward 21 for the Bike to Work Day ride. We will meet at the Artscape Wychwood Barns (601 Christie St) at 7:15am on Monday, May 27.

    This ride will converge at Yonge and Bloor for 7:30am and head down to Nathan Phillips Square. Riders will receive a Bike Month t-shirt as well as complimentary breakfast at City Hall (while supplies last). This event is organized by the City of Toronto and Cycle Toronto.

  4. Proposed Improvement to Suydam Park (at Spadina Road) – Public Consultation – May 27
    The City of Toronto invites you to a presentation on proposed streetscape improvements at Spadina Road and Suydam Park. The presentation will be held on:

    Date: Monday, May 27

    Time: 7 – 9 p.m.

    Location: Grace Church on-the-Hill (300 Lonsdale Road)

    The proposed improvements are intended to enhance the appearance and usability of the park. The project costs will be shared by the Forest Hill Business Improvement Area and the City of Toronto.

    During this community consultation City staff and landscape consultants will present the proposed design for the project and solicit feedback from the community.

    For more information please contact Raj Kumar, 416-392-7696. rkumar@toronto.ca

  5. Community meeting for 829 St. Clair Avenue West (KFC site) – June 10

    Recently, the city received a development application for 829 St. Clair Avenue West (at the corner of Hendrick Avenue where there is currently a KFC restaurant). The proposal is to construct a 9 storey development with 123 residential units and commercial units at street level.I am hosting a community meeting to discuss this application. I have asked our City Planning staff and representatives from the development company to attend.

    Date: Monday, June 10, 2013

    Time: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

    Location: Councillor Joe Mihevc’s community office (747 St. Clair Avenue West, back room)

    Background: Many people want to call Ward 21 home and as such there are a number of active development applications at various stages in the planning and construction process in our area. While we do not have hundreds of applications like in the downtown core, we do have development interest particularly on our main avenues (St. Clair Avenue West and Eglinton Avenue West). The City’s Official Plan calls for development to be focused along these corridors with access to good public transit. As you may recall, several years ago the city passed the new St. Clair Avenue West zoning bylaw, which determined the appropriate size of future development on St. Clair from the west side of Bathurst Street to beyond our western ward border at Winona Drive. Generally, the new zoning bylaw calls for midrise buildings between 7 and 9 storeys, with taller buildings at major intersections. Developing this new bylaw was a multi-year process that involved extensive community consultation. The result was a clear and updated, street-specific zoning bylaw that clearly outlines to developers what is acceptable on this avenue and what is not. Please call my office at 416-392-0208 if you have any questions.

  6. Councillor Mihevc’s Free Ward 21 Movie Nights – Summer 2013Once again, I am hosting a series of free outdoor movie nights in various parks in Ward 21 this summer. All movies begin at sunset (approximately 8:30pm). I hope to see you there!

    Saturday, June 15 – Laughlin Park, 476 Atlas Avenue – “Surf’s Up” (rated G)

    Friday, June 21 – Marian Engel Park, 285 Melita Avenue – “Hotel Transylvania” (rated PG)

    Saturday, June 22 – Shallmar Parkette, 13 Shallmar Blvd – “Gnomeo & Juliet” (Rated G)

    Friday, June 28 – Wychwood barns Park, 76 Wychwood Avenue – “Open Season” (Rated G)

    Saturday, June 29 – Ben Nobleman Park, 1075 Eglinton Avenue – “The Pirates! Band of Misfits” (Rated G)

  7. Public consultations on Toronto’s development charges – May 13The City of Toronto is requesting public input to update its development charges rates and policies. As the city continues to grow, revenue from development charges is an important funding source to build growth related infrastructure such as roads, transit, and water/sewer systems for future residents and businesses. The City has released draft development charge rates and policies for comment, and are now seeking further input from the general public.

    Have your say

    Learn about the role of development charges, how they are determined, and provide your views and feedback at a public consultation:

    Date for Public Consultation

    Monday, May 13

    Metro Hall Rotunda

    55 John Street

    (South-east corner of King and John, two blocks east of Spadina)

    Toronto, ON M5V 3C6

    7-9 p.m.

    Public Transit: Subway to St. Andrew, then walk through “PATH” to Metro Hall or walk above ground 2 blocks west

    Registration is requested. To register, please e-mail: devcharges@toronto.ca with your name, organization (if applicable) and the number of persons attending.

    Written Submissions:

    You can also e-mail: devcharges@toronto.ca to send in your comments and feedback.

    Input from the development industry and the public will be used to form the 2013 Development Charge Bylaw and related policies, which will be considered at the Executive Committee. Residents and businesses will also have an opportunity at an upcoming meeting of the City’s Executive Committee to make a deputation or to provide a written submission.

    Following the Executive Committee meeting, City Council will consider the background study, bylaw and proposed development charges rates and policies.

    For more information, visit: http://www.toronto.ca/finance/dev_charges_bylaw_review/2013.htm

  8. Friends of Cedarvale Park Bi-Weekly Park Clean – Starts May 11

    The Friends of Cedarvale Park group will be doing regular clean-up walks every two weeks starting Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 3 pm. Meet at the Ava Road park entrance at 3 pm and enjoy a social walk through the ravine picking up litter as we go. Bring a litter bag and gloves and join them to meet other park supporters and help keep Cedarvale clean.

    More information here: http://friendsofcedarvale.tumblr.com/

  9. Prescription Drug Drop-off Day - May 11On Saturday, May 11, 2013 – from 10am – 3pm – Toronto Public Health and the Toronto Police Service are co-hosting the city’s first Prescription Drug Drop-off Day. The public can anonymously drop off any unused or expired medication (e.g., prescription, over-the-counter) to one of five locations in Toronto:

    ·         Sherway Gardens, 25 The West Mall

    ·         31 Division Police Station, 40 Norfinch Drive

    ·         43 Division Police Station, 4331 Lawrence Ave. East

    ·         Loblaws, 396 St. Clair Ave. West (Ward 21 location) 

    ·         Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West

    Holding on to medications increases the risk of accidents by children and recreational misuse by youth.  Flushing drugs down the toilet or throwing them loose in the garbage can damage the environment. Please dispose of your medications safely.  Learn more about this event at www.toronto.ca/health.

  10. Casa Loma Plant Sale – May 12The gardeners at Casa Loma have been busy propagating perennials from their gardens along with annuals and other plants they have acquired over the years. You will have an opportunity to purchase many hard to find items from the plant inventory. There will be divisions of perennial plants from the gardens, hard to find cannas and dahlias, rare annuals, heirloom vegetable plants and many other offerings. Limited quantities so come early.

    Date: Sunday, May 12

    Time: 9am – 3:30pm

    Location: Casa Loma, 1 Austin Terrace

  11. Wychwood Clarinet Choir – May 12



  12. Theatre Direct fundraiser “Random Acts” – May 13Random Acts is a grown-up event in support of Theatre Direct’s excellent programming for young people and families in the Wychwood Barns.

    Monday, May 13 at 7PM

    Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street

    Live performances with special guests

    Light refreshments

    $20 admission

    Book early! www.theatredirect.ca

    Join Theatre Direct and a stellar lineup of artists for Random Acts featuring an eclectic array of music and performances in a cabaret setting.

  13. 13 Division Open House & Community BBQ – May 14Join 13 Division for an open house and volunteer appreciation day. There will be a community BBQ.

    Open House: 12 – 9pm

    BBQ: 12 – 3pm & 5 – 7pm

    For more information, please contact Staff Sergeant Mike Matic at 416-338-1386.

  14. One If By Hand Exhibit – May 15-18

    Exhibition of jewellery and objects from reclaimed materials by Artscape Wychwood Barns resident Goldsmith Deborah Sanderson.

    Date/Time: May 15-18 from 10am-6pm

    Location: Wychwood Community Gallery, 76 Wychwood Ave, Artscape Wychwood Barns

    More information at www.deborahsandersonjewellery.com.

  15. Repair Cafe – May 25 
    Bring a broken household item to be repaired to Toronto’s first Repair Cafe. Repair Cafe’s are popping up in city’s around the world. The cafe is a free meeting place that’s all about repairing things…together! From lamps to chairs to toasters, our community volunteers can fix it all…and you can enjoy a cup of coffee while you’re at it.

    Date: May 25

    Time: 10am – 2pm

    Location: Skills For Change,  791 St. Clair Ave. W. 2nd Floor

    For more information, contact: www.repaircafetoronto.ca or info@repaircafetoronto.ca.

  16. Wychwood Open Door Drop-in Centre Fundraiser – May 25
    Windsong Baroque Ensemble Music Concert
    DATE: Saturday May 25, 2013
    TIME: 7:30 pm
    LOCATION:  St. Matthew’s United Church, 729 St. Clair Avenue West

    TICKET INFO:  $20 each, available at the door

  17. Upper Village Springfest – May 25Date: Saturday, May 25

    Time: 10am – 6pm

    Location: Eglinton Avenue West (between Bathurst Street and Allen Road)

  18. Third Annual Uth Daze mini youth arts Festival – May 25-26
    Celebrating its third year, The reConnexion Collective proudly presents Uth Daze 2013 on May

    25th and 26th at Toronto’s Artscape Wychwood Barns.

    Launching with pOP-UP ART on May 25: live performances by youth and emerging artists
    including award winning poet Lishai Peel. On May 26, the All Day Experience features visual art
    including TREAD ON IT! a workshop using recycled car parts with Jeff Mann, performances
    including Sara Farb, Akiva Romer-Segal & Colleen Dauncey’s Bremen Rock City musical, and

    multi-art workshops for ages 3-13.

    The Uth Mainstage will bring out a 14+ audience for The Burning, a new play by Soothemysisters Productions, followed by the Festival Wrap Party!

    Uth Daze 2013 features 50+ artists of all ages and experience levels who are passionate about one thing: bringing exceptional & inventive art to young people. The array of artists and activities include: Shakespeare workshops with actor Marcel Stewart, stilt walking by Swizzlestick Theatre, face painting with Christopher Pinheiro and more. Visit the Uth Daze blog to print your own festival passport: your fun and interactive ticket to connect with every artist!

    The reConnexion Collective creates opportunities and empowers youth through the performing arts in different GTA neighbourhoods. reConnexion has partnered on projects with the City of Toronto, NIA Centre for the Arts, b current, Art Starts, the Children’s Aid Society and more. Exciting past projects include Fresh Wednesdays, Uth Connexions workshop series, and the very successful Trips2Shows project.

    Date/Time: May 25 10am-12pm – pOP-UP ART
                      May 26 12pm-5pm – All Day Experience; 6:30-8pm – Uth MainStage, & 8-10:30pm – Wrap Festival Party!
    Location: Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St

    Cost: FREE, except Uth Mainstage performance: pay-what-you-can

  19. Doors Open Toronto – May 25 & 26Doors Open Toronto, one of the city’s most popular annual events, provides free access to buildings of architectural, historic, social and cultural significance to a diverse, all-ages audience.  Launched in May 2000 by the City of Toronto, this award-winning event has attracted over 2 million visitors.

    This year’s event takes place on Saturday and Sunday, May 25th and 26th, 2012. There are Doors Open Toronto venues all over the city. In Ward 21, you can visit the Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St.

    For more information, visit: http://www.toronto.ca/doorsopen/2013/

  20. Toronto Women’s Runs Series 2013 Kickoff – May 26

    Women Set The Pace in 2013 for the fifth consecutive year of the Toronto Women’s Run series. They are committed to creating opportunities for women to be healthy and active in an inspiring, fun and friendly environment. Make these races as competitive or recreational as you want.

    They kick off the 2013 season with the Half Marathon/5k on Sunday, May 26, 2013. Races take place in Sunnybrook Park in Toronto.

    For more information and to register, visit: www.towomensruns.com.

  21. EGLINTONconnects “Help Plan Eglinton” Workshops – May 28 
    EGLINTONconnects needs to hear from you! Join them at any of three Public Workshops. Tell them what you think about options and ideas for travelling, greening, and building along Eglinton, including:

    • What is the best use of street space to serve all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, transit and drivers?

    • How might we add more public space, trees, vegetation and connections to parks?
    • What kind of development should be located in the six Focus Areas?
    • How should we manage residential, mixed-use, and employment growth?
    The Eglinton Connects Study

    The City of Toronto’s Eglinton Connects Study is complementary to Metrolinx’s Eglinton-Crosstown Light Rapid Transit (LRT) project. The Study is about how Eglinton (between Jane St. and Kennedy Subway Station) will look and function with the LRT.

    Central Workshop

    Date: Tuesday, May 28

    Time: 6 – 9pm

    Location: Forest Hill Collegiate Institute, 730 Eglinton Avenue West

    For more information, visit: www.toronto.ca/eglinton.

  22. Holy Rosary Catholic School Fun Fair – May 31

    Holy Rosary Catholic School is having their first ever fun fair!

    Date: Friday, May 31

    Time: 3:30 – 7:00pm (Rain or Shine)

    Location: 308 Tweedsmuir Avenue

    Inflatables, Games, Food, Prizes, Vendors,

    Artisans, Raffles and so much more…

  23. Rawlinson Community School Fun Fair – June 1The Rawlinson Fun Fair is happening Saturday June 1st from 11am – 3pm!  Join them for their annual spring event!
    This year the theme is “Rawlinson Urban Farm Fair”, with a focus on urban agriculture, sustainable living, and showcasing their very own Rawlinson Children’s Garden at the front of the school! They are also holding a school competition where kids will try to build a model of what they see as the future of Urban Farming, a workshop on making your own butter, and many other farm and agriculture related events. There will also be all the classic Fun Fair favourites like bouncy castles, face painting, and a silent auction.
     
    The Rawlinson Fun Fair provides many FREE games and activities, and ticket prices are very affordable for a family to come and spend the day. Word has spread, and the Fun Fair has become a popular community event that is attended by over 1000 people (and growing!) every year.  Thanks to all the local business and community partners who support the spring fair.  A list of sponsors is located on our website at http://www.rawlinsonfunfair.com/

  24. Big Night at The Green Barn returns on June 5
  25. Oakwood Village Arts Festival – Call for Volunteers! 
    You are invited the Oakwood Village Arts Festival. A showcase of the talented artistic community and highlighting the positive aspects of our wonderful neighbourhood.  Celebrate creativity, culture and community in Oakwood Village at the third annual Oakwood Village Arts Festival, June 8, 2013! This year the theme will be “Art Building Community.”
    Call for Volunteers!
    Oakwood Village Arts Festival depends entirely on volunteers to organize and curate the festival. If you value art and see it as a means of strengthening the community, then you’re a fit! Get in touch to join the OVAF organizing committee or to volunteer for the day of the festival. If you are a student, they can provide you a letter noting the hours volunteered.

    They need volunteers for:

    Greeters/info reps at several of the locations

    Set-up/clean-up volunteers at various locations
    Sound equipment volunteer
    Marking / Fundraising
    More information:
  26. McMurrich Junior Public School Fun Fair – June 13The FUN FAIR is McMurrich’s fun-loaded fundraising event on June 13 from 4 – 8 pm. It is fun for the whole family and surrounding community. Everyone is welcome. Come by, bring your kids and enjoy local food, fun activities, games and great prizes!

    Date: Thursday, June 13

    Time: 3:30 – 8:30pm

    Location: McMurrich Junior Public School, 115 Winona Drive

    With games, activities, food, and goodies for the McMurrich community this is both a community event and a fundraiser for the school. Proceeds for this event go directly to the students of the school – musical instruments, sports equipment, library materials, in school programming such as performers and scientists in the school.

    Kids have fun at the many FUN FAIR games, train with Northern Karate, play a game of giant chess, learn the newest dance routine with a professional dance company, play golf, tennis, soccer, basketball or hockey. There will be many fun activities, Kinderzone, inflatables (Bouncy Castle, Giant Slide, Obstacle Course), Hair Spray & Nail Spa, old-fashioned races, Mini Putt, local food vendors, cotton candy, ice creams, a bake sale and the chance to win many great prices.

    THIS IS NEW! In 2013 the FUN FAIR makes efforts to go green!

    We will not be offering water bottles this year. Instead, endless amounts of fresh Toronto tap water will be available at designated water stations.

    We will have a big Garage Sale. So bring your stuff! Clothes, toys, books… all is welcome! (to be dropped off at the day of the FUN FAIR).

  27. Na-Me-Res Annual Traditional Pow Wow/Community Festival 2013 – June 22

    Na-Me-Res (Native Men’s Residence) is proud to announced our special event in honouring National Aboriginal Day—Na-Me-Res Annual Traditional Pow Wow/Community Festival 2013.  This year the theme of event is In Hnouar of First Nation’s Involvement In the Battle Of York.

    Date: June 22, 2013

    Place: Well’s Hill Park, 145 Hilton Avenue (east of Bathurst Street and St. Clair Avenue West)

    Time: Grand Entry at 12:00 noon—festivities until 6:30 pm.
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Councillor Joe Mihevc’s Free Compost Days!

May 6, 2013 | Author: joemihevc


Monday, May 6 – 4- 6 pm at St. Bruno’s Catholic School, 402 Melita Cres.

Tuesday, May 7 – 4- 6 pm at St. Alphonsus Catholic School, 60 Atlas Ave.

Wednesday, May 8 – 5-7 pm at McMurrich Public School, 115 Winona Dr.

Friday, May 10 – 4-6 pm at Humewood Community School, 15 Cherrywood Ave.

Monday, May 13 – 4-6 pm at J. R. Wilcox Public School, 231 Ava Rd.

Tuesday, May 14 – 4-6 pm at Cedarvale Community School, 145 Ava Rd.

First come, first served. Bring your own shovels and containers (no loading compost onto trucks).

For any further information you may contact: Lucy De Luca at (416) 392-0208.

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Casino update, Environment Day – April 20 & More!

April 12, 2013 | Author: joemihevc

 
Ward 21 E-News Community Update

April 12, 2013

Dear Neighbours,

This Monday & Tuesday, April 15 & 16, the City’s Executive Committee will be considering a report on whether or not to accept a casino in the city. This is an important meeting. The Executive Committee will make recommendations to City Council, which will make a final decision likely in May. If you would like to speak at the Executive Committee meeting, please send an email by 4pm today to exc@toronto.ca with your request to speak, name and phone number. About 170 speakers have signed up already! For more details, please see my article below.

While it certainly doesn’t quite feel like Spring yet, my office is hard at work preparing a whole host of exciting Spring events.

On Saturday, April 20, I will be hosting a Community Environment Day at Wychwood Barns Park. Join me and dispose of hazardous waste, recycle or safely dispose of unwanted household items, pick up some free compost for the garden and stick around to enjoy the free games and activities with your whole family.

The next morning, on Sunday, April 21, I will be hosting a series of Community Clean-Up events in parks around the ward. See below for a full schedule.

Also in this e-newsletter are upcoming events, detailed updates on projects and other Ward 21 news.

Rremember to keep an eye out for my hardcopy e-newsletter. It will be arriving in your mailboxes next week!

I look forward to seeing you all out and about in the community in the coming weeks.

Happy Spring!

WHAT’S INSIDE:

  1. The casino debate: the stakes are high
  2. Community Environment Day – April 20
  3. Community Clean-up Day – April 21
  4. The Toronto Clothing Repairathon is coming to Community Environment Day
  5. Update on new TTC streetcars
  6. OPPORTUNITY: Community representatives needed for public art competition selection panel
  7. Council Highlights – April City Council meeting 
  8. Hillcrest Rehab Centre Update
  9. Metrolinx releases roundtable report
  10. Eglinton Crosstown Project – April Updates
  11.  Eglinton Avenue & Allen Road Utility Relocation Spring 2013 – Traffic stage 1
  12. Eglinton Crosstown notice – Tree removal and protection
  13. Preliminary Notice: Pile Removal at Old Park Road, Flanders Road and Glen Cedar Road – April 2013
  14. Eglinton CONNECTS – Great suggestions and feedback at well attended public consultations
  15. Out of the Cold program’s The Art Circle art show and fundraiser – April 14
  16. TTC Public Forum on Accessible Transit Services – May 9
  17. City of Toronto  E-bike online survey 
  18. Green Neighbours 21 Meeting – “Getting Ready for a Hotter and Wetter Toronto” on April 15
  19. New Arts Funding Released, Consultations Underway
  20. Congratulations to Ward 21′s Rob Howarth – Winner of the Frances Lankin Community Service Award for 2013!
  21. Find out more about the Wychwood Barns Community Association – April 23
  22. Wychwood Barns Community Association volunteers needed
  23. Holy Rosary School Fun Fair – Call out for vendors!
  24. Art Starts presents Sew What?!
  25. Toronto Hydro- Reliability Improvement (Project Tichester)
  26. Live Green Toronto Awards now open for public voting
  27. 2013 nominations for the City of Toronto Access, Equity and Human Rights Awards
  28. Call for entries for 2013 Toronto Urban Design Awards
  29. Nominations for the 2013 Public Health Champion Awards (PHCA) are now open
  30. Oakwood Collegiate Community Garage Sale – April 20
  31. The Pickering Lands - A Vision of Local Fresh Food for Toronto – May 6
  32. ORCHARD PEOPLE GRAFTING WORKSHOP – April 20
  33. City crews battle potholes on Toronto’s streets
  34. Cedarvale Marketplace Day – April 27
  35. Street Needs Assessment to take place on April 17
  36. Mothercraft launches exciting new award!
  37. Healthy Living Fair at Artscape Wychwood Barns – April 19
  38. Jane’s Walk: Off the Grid on Vaughan Road -  May 4th
  39. Gluten Free Garage – April 28
  40. Ontario Walks launch – April 28
  41. Save the Date! Wychwood Clarinet Choir – May 12
  42. Theatre Direct fundraiser “Random Acts” – May 13
  43. St. Clair Centennial Celebration – volunteers needed
Read more »
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Eglinton Crosstown Project – Eglinton Avenue & Allen Road Utility Relocation Spring 2013 – Traffic stage 1

April 5, 2013 | Author: joemihevc

The Eglinton-Scarborough Crosstown is a 19 kilometre light rail transit line that will run along Eglinton Avenue through the heart of Toronto, with an underground central section. The line will connect Mount Dennis (at Black Creek Drive) in the west to Kennedy Road in the east, the new service will be up to 60% faster than bus service today.

What work is starting?

What: Crews will be relocating various utilities for the construction of the extraction and launch shafts at Eglinton Ave W and Allen Road. Initial relocation works and site preparations will begin in the month of April 2013.

Why: Extraction and launch shafts are required to be in place prior to the arrival of tunnel boring machines near the existing Eglinton Ave West station. For the construction of the extraction and launch shafts, many utilities need to be moved safely out of the way. Depending on site conditions, gas, hydro, water mains, sewers, traffic street lighting and telephone lines may be relocated to allow for the installation of the extraction and launch shafts.

Where: The initial work zone will be extended west of Atlas Road to east of Allen Road North. The work zone will be located to the north side of Eglinton Ave West. Barriers will be used to separate the work zone from the traffic.

When: For this initial stage, beginning in April 2013, crews will begin to occupy a section of the roadway for relocation of utilities and site preparations. More stages of the work will follow and construction updates will be provided as the work is phased in the following months for the installation of the extraction and launch shafts. Some work may be rescheduled due to weather and unforeseen circumstances.

Traffic Details

Stage 1 work will reduce traffic to one lane in each direction along Eglinton Ave W from west of Atlas Road to east of the north bound ramp of Allen Road North on Eglinton Ave W. Crews will be working on the north and centre lanes of Eglinton Ave West while the traffic will be diverted to the south side of Eglinton Ave West.

For this Stage 1, access to Park Hill Road will be closed from Eglinton Ave West for approximately a month. Initial works will include some site preparations for future long term construction.

Please take care when travelling near construction areas. Pedestrian walkways will remain open. Please watch for additional signs directing pedestrians. Paid Duty officers may be used as required at intersections or for various construction activities.

Due to the current volume of traffic in this area, traffic delays are expected in this area during construction.

Transit Stop Relocations

Both eastbound and westbound TTC stops in the affected area will be relocated for the safety of the transit riders. Watch for posted signs indicating the locations.

Work Hours

The hours of work as permitted by the by-law for this contract are between 7a.m. and 11p.m., seven days a week, when required. The contractor will not always work during the extended hours, but may do so at its discretion.

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Public input invited for study of Toronto’s downtown transportation

March 25, 2013 | Author: joemihevc

The City of Toronto will host a drop-in event next week to obtain public input as part of a study the City is undertaking on transportation operations in the downtown core.

The purpose of the Downtown Transportation Operations Study is to look at ways to improve mobility and safety in the downtown core. The study also aims to highlight solutions that support all user groups, including pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, drivers and those involved in moving goods across the city.

The drop-in event will take place in the rotunda at Metro Hall, 55 John St., on Wednesday, March 27 from noon to 9:30 p.m.

An online survey is available for the public to provide opinions on downtown transportation issues. The survey is available at http://www.toronto.ca/dtos.

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StART Mural Program – Proposals Due April 15, 2013

March 15, 2013 | Author: joemihevc

StART Mural Program – Proposals Due April 15, 2013

Dear Neighbour,

StreetARToronto or StART is a new, pro-active grant program that aims to develop, support, promote and increase awareness of street art and its indispensable role in adding beauty and character to neighbourhoods across Toronto, while counteracting graffiti vandalism and its harmful effect on communities. This year’s proposals are due April 15, 2013.

Last year, the City of Toronto’s StreetARToronto (StART) supported 20 community-based organizations that created 48 murals in 18 wards & involved 67 artists! This year, we want community organizations in Ward 21 to submit proposals! Please forward this email to whomever you might think would be interested in participating in this project.

Murals can be located on public property and private property (with approval by the site’s owner). Please find below some possible sites for murals in ward 21. Feel free to bring forward other sites for consideration in your proposals.

·         Bathurst Street rail bridge underpass (north of Dupont)

·         Howland Street rail bridge underpass (north of Dupont)

·         Bathurst Street retaining wall (north of Davenport – west side only)

·         Frankel Lambert Park – sound wall north of the rail tracks (access off Melita Crescent)

StART’s mission is to revitalize and engage communities through street and mural art. StART provides up to $30,000 in funding for partnership projects that meet the following objectives:

·         Enhance and promote Toronto’s vibrant street and graffiti art
·         Revitalize communities
·         Counteract graffiti vandalism
·         Engage emerging and established local artists

Applicants must be incorporated non-profit or charitable organizations operating in the City of Toronto. Individual artists and artist collectives are encouraged to apply through a not-for-profit sponsor.

More information is available at  http://www.toronto.ca/streetart/ and applications can be downloaded at http://www.toronto.ca/streetart/part_application.htm. If you are unable to view any of the photos in this email, please visit joemihevc.com. This information will be posted there.

If you are interested in submitting a proposal for any of these sites but would like some more information or assistance with the application process, please do not hesitate to contact StART program staff to discuss. Please email staff at streetart@toronto.ca or contact: Lilie Zendel, Manager, StreetARToronto: 416-392-0855. You may also contact my office for more assistance at any time.

Sincerely,

Councillor Joe Mihevc

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March 8, 2013 | Author: joemihevc

 
Ward 21 E-News Community Update

March 8, 2013

Dear Neighbour,

Thanks to everyone who came out to my “It’s Time to Talk: Winter Conversations” speaker series events in February. They were a great success. You’ll find a recap of the events in this e-newsletter.

Thanks as well to all who came out to Councillor Colle & my Family Day Hockey Game & Fun Skate at St. Michael’s College Arena and my family skating party at the Cedarvale outdoor ice rink last month. They were great events!

Moving forward into Spring, my office is hosting a series of events in our community to gear up for the new season. Community Environment Day has been scheduled for Saturday, April 20th at Wychwood Barns Park, along Wychwood Ave. (south of St. Clair Ave. W).  The event hours of operation are 10 am to 2 pm. Drop-off your unused and unwanted household items, pick-up some compost for your garden and browse the farmer’s market. There will also be food, games & kids’ activities – fun for the whole family!

Sunday, April 21, join me for Community Clean-Up Day. I will begin the day helping to clean-up the Kay Gardner Beltline (at Old Park Road) at 9am, then to Cedarvale Park (at the Glen Cedar footbridge) at 10am, Hillcrest Park (at the clubhouse, time to be determined) and finally to clean-up the Nordheimer Ravine (at the stairs across from St. Clair West station) at 11am. We will provide bags and gloves, but be sure to bring your family and friends help clean up our parks after the winter’s thaw.

As always, there is tons of stuff happening in Ward 21! See below for updates and events, including many March Break activities for the whole family.

WHAT’S INSIDE:

  1. The casino debate: the stakes are high
  2. It’s Time to Talk – Recap & call-out to artists
  3. Open House – Frankel Lambert Playground Re-Design – March 19 
  4. Eglinton-Scarborough Crosstown Construction Notice
  5. EGLINTONconnects planning study update
  6. Tree Removal and Protection along Eglinton Avenue West
  7. Time to change clocks – and smoke alarm batteries – this weekend
  8. Council Highlights - Toronto City Council meeting of February 20 and 21, 2013
  9. Addressing the increase in airplane noise
  10. Hillcrest Community School – facility upgrades
  11. West Preparatory Public School – facility upgrades
  12. City of Toronto reminds residents about its level of snow clearing service 
  13. March Break Program at Casa Loma
  14. St. Stephen’s Community House – March Break job fairs for students
  15. Spaces still available in City of Toronto’s March Break camps
  16. Registration begins for Toronto-run summer camps
  17. Volunteer with Green Neighbours 21! Help now for another successful fall EcoFair!
  18. Toronto Rehab’s Hillcrest Centre Facility Update
  19. Job Posting – Wychwood Heights BIA Coordinator
  20. “re-Discovering York Wilson” – March 6-17 (10am – 5pm)
  21. Gluten Free Garage – April 28
  22. Toronto Hydro- Project Forest Hill Phase 5 Electrical
  23. Wychwood Open Door is looking for Volunteers!
  24. Upcoming Camps & Classes for Theatre Direct’s Drama School
  25. St. Clair Centennial Celebration – volunteers needed
  26. Street Needs Assessment to take place on April 17
  27. Mothercraft launches exciting new award!
  28. Nominations open for Toronto Public Health Champion Awards
Read more »
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Registration begins for Toronto-run summer camps

February 28, 2013 | Author: joemihevc

News Release

February 28, 2013

Registration begins for Toronto-run summer camps

It’s time to start thinking about summer and what to do to help your children have a fun, safe and exciting experience. The City offers high quality camps across the city, at reasonable prices. Registration begins in early March for all of the Toronto-run camps.

Camps are available for three to 15-year-olds and offer a wide range of activities and adventures, including sports, arts and crafts, music, dance, drama, gymnastics, nature, music, computers and more. Our camps are designed to suit a variety of interests, needs and abilities.

The registration dates for all four districts are:
Etobicoke York District: Saturday, March 2
Scarborough District: Sunday, March 3
North York District: Tuesday, March 5
Toronto and York District: Wednesday, March 6

How to register:
There are a number of ways to register:
Register online at www.toronto.ca/parks/torontofun beginning at 7 a.m. to midnight on the district’s registration date.

Touch Tone Registration (TTR) is available from 7 a.m. to midnight. Call 416-338-0000 and follow the voice prompts.

Operator assisted registration is available from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the initial registration day and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the day following registration. Call
416-338-4386 (4FUN).

For in-person registration, visit the website or call 311 for locations and hours.

Camps fill quickly, and are filled on a first come, first served basis, so register early.

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City of Toronto reminds residents about its level of snow clearing service

February 27, 2013 | Author: joemihevc

News Release

February 26, 2013

City of Toronto reminds residents about its level of snow clearing service

With the possibility of a sizable snowfall expected over the next 24 hours, the City of Toronto is reminding residents and businesses about the levels of snow clearing the City provides and what residents can do prior to a storm.

As soon as the snow begins, Transportation Services sends out its fleet of salt trucks to the expressways and the main roads. After this, the salt trucks will then move on to the local roads. If the City receives two centimetres of snow, the plows are sent to the expressways and, if five centimetres falls, plows go to the main roads and plowing will take place for the duration of the storm.

When the snow stops and if the snow accumulation reaches eight centimetres, plows will be sent to the local roads. Snow clearing on the local roads is usually completed between 14-16 hours after the snow stops falling. During this time, snow service requests will not be taken by 311. Residents are also asked not to call 311 during the storm to ask when their street will be plowed.

The City will clear snow from sidewalks on local roads where it is mechanically possible to do so after five centimetres of snow has fallen. In the central core of the city, property owners are required to clear their sidewalks of snow 12 hours after a storm has taken place. To learn more about sidewalk snow clearing in Toronto and to view a map of where the service takes place, click on www.toronto.ca/transportation/snow/sidewalks .

Here are some other tips for the public to consider:

If the snowfall is significant, consider working from home;
If the storm is severe, don’t drive if you don’t have to. This is for personal safety as well as to permit snow clearing operations to occur more efficiently;
If you must travel, please consider taking public transit;
Pick up any critical medications prior to the storm.

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