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IMPORTANT REMINDER!!

Al residential property owners are required to declare the occupancy status of their residential property(s) annually.

For the 2022 taxation year you are required to submit your declaration by FEBRUARY 2, 2023.

For further information please visit toronto.ca/VacantHomeTax

   

You can find the presentation on the website.
https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/planning-development/planning-studies-initiatives/next-stop-davisville/

City Planning is holding a virtual consultation for the next phase of the Midtown Zoning Review regarding select low-rise areas on January 25.

The four areas referenced are shown in the attached document 

The OPA lands in question are the lowrise developments on the south side of Eglinton Avenue West between Duplex and Oriole Parkway.

https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/planning-development/planning-studies-initiatives/ready-set-midtown/

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Please join us for an in-person public information session on January 19 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Northern District Library  to review project progress. For additional details refer to Meetings & Events below.

The Davisville Yard offers an opportunity to reimagine a large site in the heart of the Davisville neighbourhood, with a signature public park and a mix of new land uses. Next Stop: Davisville is a special study by the City Planning Division, in partnership with CreateTO and the Toronto Transit Commission, to assess the feasibility of decking the Davisville Yard. The study includes an engineering review, identifying TTC facility requirements, a land use and built form review and a funding strategy to realize the project.

In May and June 2022, a short survey and a Social Pinpoint project page were available for people to give their feedback on the project Vision and Guiding Principles, and the future development of the Davisville Yard site. Thank you for your input! Staff will review and consider public feedback with other planning policy and stakeholder inputs in shaping the future of the project.

In winter, water pipes in your home can freeze leaving you with no water or cause your pipes to burst, which can cause property damage. The City of Toronto has some tips to help you avoid frozen pipes during cold weather.

• Locate your main water shut-off valve inside your home and add a tag or label to it, so it is easy to locate and turn off quickly if pipes burst in your home.
• Seal air leaks in your home and garage to stop cold air from getting in. Check around windows and doors, electrical wiring, dryer vents and pipes.
• Insulate pipes in your home most prone to freezing including near outside walls, in the basement, or in a garage with an outside water supply. Use foam pipe covers available from building supply or home improvement stores.
• Keep the house warm even if you’re away to prevent indoor plumbing from freezing, especially in the area near the water meter.
• When temperatures are below -15C for a few days, you can choose to keep the water moving in your pipes by running a pencil-thin stream of cold water from a tap in the lowest point of the house e.g. a sink or tub in the basement. Ensure the drain is kept clear of debris to prevent overflowing or flooding. However, if you choose to take this step, you will be charged for the water you use.

More tips including a video on ways to avoid frozen pipes available at toronto.ca/frozenpipes

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Take care, stay safe and Happy Holidays, Kris

Kris Scheuer
Senior Communications Advisor
City of Toronto
(w) 416-338-0698 (cell) 416-906-3935

Kris.scheuer@toronto.ca

From: Lee Anne Chong <LeeAnne.Chong@torontopolice.on.ca>
Sent: Wednesday December 21, 2022 14:12
Subject: Safety Concerns 2022/2023 Survey

Hi 53 Division Communities,

As 2022 comes to a close and we welcome 2023, your 53 Division Safety Team would like to ask you to complete a short survey about your concerns over the past year and your expectations for the new year.

Please use the following link to access the survey.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J5LYM93 

Looking forward to your responses and thank you in advance.

Happy holidays!

Lee Anne CHONG | CRU Clerk

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Toronto Police Service | 53 Division Community Response Unit

75 Eglinton Avenue W, Toronto, Ontario  M4R 2G9

Phone: 416-808-5319

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OPA 2021 AGM MINUTE SUMMARY

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THE ORIOLE PARK ASSOCIATION

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING THURSDAY NOVEMBER 18, 2021

THIS YEAR THE MEETING IS VIRTUAL

AGENDA

6:45 PM: Online Registration Commences

7:00PM : President’s Welcome

7:05: Guest Speakers / Panelists Theme: Local Issues & Concerns Q&A

To be moderated by Ms. Nancy Bell

• -         Councillor Josh Matlow for Ward 12, Toronto- St. Paul’s
• -         Councillor Matlow provided the annual update to the community
• -         Toronto Police Services- S/S James Hogan- Community Update
• -         S/S Hogan provided the annual update to the community and introduced the new Neighbourhood Watch Program .
• -         Toronto Police Services – D/C Marlon Laptiste -Integrated Gang
• -         Prevention Task Force.
• -         D/C Laptiste detailed the TPS gang intervention and human trafficking strategies. We will schedule a community wide meeting in the spring for a full presentation.
• -         Nancy Bell moderated the Q & A session after the presentations.
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• IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING GUEST SPEAKERS:

AGM Meeting - Chair: David McMahon

• -         President’s Remarks
• -         The meeting commenced at 7:00pm and ended +/-9:30pm
• -         When I joined the OPA Board in 2015 the only issues that we were involved were the planning for the Davisville Community Center and assisting our friends at ARECA with the Yitz redevelopment.
• -         We are currently monitoring 7 mid rise condo/rental projects as well as the Canada Square Redevelopment proposal.
• -         Canada Square Working Group is comprised of all the local ratepayer groups in the Y/E area as well as representatives from both school boards and various condo / rental groups. Over the past year we have met many times to chart a path of community wants in the redevelopment process. We concur with the needs for open space and educational facilities and the ‘asks’ in general but our main concern which has yet to be addressed is the current and projected traffic intrusion problems that we face. The OPA is taking up the traffic issue alone as the other members of the Working Group are not effected.
• -         The Oriole Park Traffic Safety Group has been meeting with our Councillor and various City Departments to try and execute a plan that will make our community streets safer (refer Canada Square).
• -         The Oriole Parkway Revitalization Committee has been meeting with Councillor Matlow and City Staff to finalize a plan to ‘redo’ the street. This commenced in 2016 and hopefully will be finalized with the completion of the LRT expected in 2022.
• -         Approval of AGM Minutes: November 18,2020
• -         The minutes were approved.

• -         Treasurer’s Report
• -         Our Member Surplus  position increased to $12,453 an increase of +/-$2000  over 2020
• -         Our Expenses increased by +/-$400 due to increased newsletter distribution mainly reflecting the Canada Square community notification /survey.
• -         Membership Dues received were basically unchanged with $4310 received in 2021 vs $4300 in 2020.
• -         Copies of the Financial Statement are available.

Overview of operations

·      The association collects annual memberships from its members to support out activities.

·      The members consist of residents from Oriole Park who have joined the association.

·      All residents are encouraged to join the association and we encourage you to encourage your neighbours and friends to join and support our association.

·      The Association charges its members $100 for a 3 year membership or $40 for a one year membership.

·      There are no paid positions in the Association – all activities are carried out by volunteers.

·      Activities of the Association include getting involved in those areas which affect the residents:

o   Traffic and parking.

o   Development.

o   Community Affairs.

o   Infrastructure.

o   City Services.

o   Organizing the Garden of the Year award.

o   Organizing and advertising for a community garage sale.

Review of financial statements:

·      The annual financial statements consists of a profit and loss statement which shows cash received and recorded as income less cash paid out and recorded as expense for the year ended September 30, 2021.

·      The balance sheet presents a listing of the assets owned and liabilities of the OPA as at September 30, 2021.

·      The financial statements record only cash transactions, and like the financial statements of all Not for Profit Organizations do not record the financial value of donated services by the many OPA members and other volunteers who contribute their time.

Fiscal 2021

• ·      The revenue of $4,310 represents contributions from approximately 71 families
• ·      Expenses, typically include:
• o   Advertising & Marketing- newsletter costs
• o   Insurance – Directors and Officers insurance.
• o   Dues and subscriptions - $50 membership fee in FONTRA.
• o   Garage sale signs
• o   Newsletters, office supplies, web site and membership software.
• -         Secretary’s Report
• -         Position vacant so no formal report. No change in administrative matters.
• -         Committee Reports
• -         Nancy Bell updated on the progression of the Davisville Community Centre which is at the design stage.
• -         We maintain our membership in FoNTRA but the consensus is that the organization is branching out to Planning issues throughout the City and are not focused on our Midtown concerns.
• -         We continue to monitor the progress of the Eglinton LRT project through attendance at the Construction Liaison Committee.
• -         We are members of the TPS 53 Division Community Police Liaison Committee.
• -         As previously noted we are members of the Canada Square Working Group; Oriole Park Traffic Safety Group and the Oriole Parkway Revitalization Committee
• -         Election of the Board of Directors for 2021/2022
• -         The current Board has stood for reelection namely:
• -         Bruce Huggins; Daryle Hunt; Deborah Staiman; David McMahon; Lynne Frank; Nancy Bell; Paul Nimigon (leave of absence); Ron Hutchinson; Steve Sims. NOTE: Shelley Ortved will remain on the Board for another term but as a Special Adviser. Richard MacFarlane Special Advisor will assist as time permits due to other obligations. Heather Harris left the Board in July 2021 after being an important contributor for many years. .
• -         Adjournment of formal portion of meeting

On Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 9:52 AM, Lee Anne Chong <LeeAnne.Chong@torontopolice.on.ca> wrote:

Good day all,

Presently D53 has been promoting and collecting donations for Project Hope.

This Holiday drive goes until December 14^th.

After December 14^th we will transition to the Ukrainian Holiday drive which will run until the end of the month.

The donation box is located in the D53 lobby.

Please consider giving generously this holiday season.

53 Division - 75 Eglinton Avanue West
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Dear Resident Association,

At its June 2022 meeting, Toronto City Council adopted amendments to three bylaws: Property Standards Bylaw, Vacant and Hazardous Properties Bylaw, and the Building Construction and Demolition Bylaw. We are emailing you today to provide an update on some of the key changes in the bylaws and will appreciate it if you share the information with members of your network.

1. Enforcement of the Property Standards Bylaw

The City is currently working to establish fines for violations of the Property Standards Bylaw, which will allow bylaw enforcement officers to issue tickets when required. Information about the fines will be made available on the City's Property Standards webpage.

Residents can contact 311 to submit a complaint about a bylaw violation. If there is a complaint or information about a possible violation, Bylaw Enforcement Officers will review the complaint and if validated, investigate, educate and/or take enforcement actions. The goal is to resolve issues and ensure that property owners/operators and occupants are following the bylaws. Each issue is addressed on a case-by-case basis to make sure reasonable, fair and appropriate actions are taken. For example, in some cases the issue may be resolved through education. In other cases, further enforcement action is required.

If a property owner/operator or occupant does not comply with the Property Standards Bylaw, they are guilty of an offence. Enforcement action may include an Order to Comply, a fine or a summons to appear before the Court. If property owners/operators do not comply, the City may carry out maintenance work to ensure compliance, with the cost of the work added to the property tax bill.

2. Changes in the Vacant-Derelict Properties Bylaw

The Vacant or Hazardous Property Bylaw, applies to all vacant buildings and hazardous properties in Toronto, including unsafe properties that pose an immediate danger to the health or safety of people. In addition to the requirements of the Property Standards Bylaw, the owner of a vacant property must protect the building against risk of fire or danger by preventing the entrance of all unauthorized persons, ensure that all materials used to secure a vacant building are compatible in colour to the exterior of the building, and disconnect utilities if the building is vacant for more than 90 days. More information is available on the City's Property Standards webpage.

3. Changes in the Right of Entry Requirements

Right of entry is required when property owners need to enter a neighbouring property to repair their own property, as the repairs cannot be done from within the boundaries of their own property. Effective March 1, 2023, new requirements in the Building Construction and Demolition Bylaw will be effect for right of entry. Right of entry permits will no longer be required; instead property owners will have to follow a set of rules if entering neighbouring property to conduct work.

If there is a need to access a neighbour’s property to do work on own property, property owners should first speak to their neighbours and must provide reasonable written notice to the neighbour at least 24 hours before entering. The written notice must include the description of the work being done, the date of entry and duration of the work, and the resident's telephone number. When entering neighbour's property, property owners should ensure that they are not creating any hazards and should restore the property to its original condition after the work is finished. Compensation needs to be provided for any damages caused by entry.

4. Guidance for Using Security Cameras on Private Property

Property owners and residents may choose to use security cameras for a number of reasons, such as identifying visitors and ensuring the security of delivered packages. However, it is important that cameras are installed and used in a way that considers the privacy of residents and neighbours.

The City does not regulate the use of security cameras on private residential properties, but there are best practices that can be considered when installing cameras on private properties. These are available on the City's Using a Security Camera on Your Property webpage.

If you have questions, please email MLSFeedback@toronto.ca.

Sincerely,

Municipal Licensing & Standards Division

City of Toronto

53 Division- PUBLIC ALERT

GO. 2022-2027794 Occurred: 2022-10-18

Investigator: DET Dennis Chen #9719 Phone: (416) 808-5304 Email: 9719@tps.ca

CONFIDENTIAL - POLICE USE ONLY

Occurred at:

MANOR RD E, Toronto, Ontario

Synopsis:

On October 18, 2022, a rider of a motorcycle was driving dangerously in the area of Manor Rd. The investigating officer attempted to stop the driver of the motorcycle for HTA infractions.

After initially stopping for the police, the rider then proceeded to turn around and flee from police.

DESCRIPTION - Male white, wearing multicolored helmet, black jacket with white writing on it.

Riding a red/ white motorcycle, described as a sport style bike.

ANY PERSON WITH INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE ABOVE DETECTIVE OR EMAIL PC TIMOTHY SOMERS – 90023@TPS.CA