High-Level Summary

The Scarborough Community Council meeting, chaired by Councillor Paul Lanley, addressed various community issues including rental housing demolition applications, traffic calming measures, and parking amendments. Key participants included Councillors Lanley, Cal, Thompson, and Myers, with active engagement from community members and city staff.

Important Topics Discussed

1. Rental Housing Demolition Applications (File Number: SC 15.1)

   • The council discussed the demolition application for 3291 Kingston Road and 2 and 4 Windy Ridge Drive, which was approved following a motion by Councillor Cal. Community member Paul N. raised concerns about "predatory development practices" and the displacement of vulnerable tenants, emphasizing, "Predatory development only serves the best interests of the developer."

2. Traffic Calming Measures (File Numbers: SC 15.6, SC 15.7, and SC 15.17)

   • Several traffic calming measures, including speed humps on Watson Street and Atley Avenue, were approved. Councillors Melby and Lanley advocated for these measures to enhance community safety. Proposals, except for Charlottown Boulevard, were passed, with the latter being deferred for further polling.

3. Private Tree Removal Applications (File Numbers: SC 15.4 and SC 15.5)

   • The removal of a private tree at 114 Marcos Boulevard was approved, following a motion by Councillor Thompson. However, a similar application for 19 Felicity Drive was held for further discussion due to public comments and the need for more deliberation.

4. Parking Amendments (File Number: SC 15.12)

   • Parking amendments for Oak Meadow Boulevard were approved to improve local safety and accommodate community needs. These amendments were moved by Councillor Lanley and passed successfully.

5. U-turn Prohibitions and Road Safety Measures (File Numbers: SC 15.14 and SC 15.18)

   • U-turn prohibitions on McNichol Avenue at Markham Road and road safety measures on Dun Mail Drive were discussed and approved. Councillor Myers emphasized community-driven measures for increased safety, reflecting the council's commitment to road safety.

List of Motions and Their Outcomes

• Passed:

  • Rental Housing Demolition Application at 3291 Kingston Road and 2 and 4 Windy Ridge Drive (SC 15.1)
  • Traffic Calming Measures on Watson Street (SC 15.6), Atley Avenue (SC 15.7), Hill Crescent (SC 15.9), Van Allen Road (SC 15.10), Steven Vale Drive (SC 15.11), and Pegasus Trail (SC 15.17)
  • Private Tree Removal at 114 Marcos Boulevard (SC 15.4)
  • Parking Amendments at Oak Meadow Boulevard (SC 15.12)
  • U-turn Prohibition at McNichol Avenue and Markham Road (SC 15.14)
  • Road Safety Measures on Dun Mail Drive (SC 15.21)
  • Fire Routes designation at 1990 Ellsmere Road (SC 15.20)

• Deferred:

  • Charlottown Boulevard Traffic Calming (SC 15.8)

• Held for Further Discussion:

  • Private Tree Removal at 19 Felicity Drive (SC 15.5)

Follow-Up Actions and Next Steps

• Polling for Charlottown Boulevard Traffic Calming: Deferred to allow time for community polling.
• Further Discussion for Tree Removal: Additional comments will be reviewed for the 19 Felicity Drive application in subsequent discussions.

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