May 2016 Volume 16 Issue 69 Facebook: Councillor Paul Ainslie www.paulainslie.com Twitter: @cllrainslie Twitter: @Ainslie_ward43 Facebook: Paul Ainslie Instagram: paulainslie Dear Ward 43 Residents, The weather has finally started to feel like Spring bringing with it a lots of community events in Ward43! Check out the events listed in the section of this report, and support all of our community organizations who work hard to build better neighbourhoods! I would like to remind pedestrians, motorists and cyclists to take extra care, especially when travelling in residential neighbourhoods. It's critical to be aware of your surroundings at all times....road safety is everyone's responsibility. The City’s Transportation Department is distributing yellow “Please Slow Down” safety lawn signs through my Constituency Office. These signs are meant to encourage all motorists to drive safely as they travel in our neighbourhoods. If you would like a "Please Slow Down" lawn sign they are available at my constituency office. If you will be picking one up please call 416-396- 7222 or e-mail [email protected]. On May 4, 2016 during Toronto City Council my amendment to remove the need for non-profit and community groups to register with Lobbyist Registrar was adopted. This is very good news as it would have caused undue distress to community groups and non-profits when working with their City Councillor on any issue. I am thankful for all your support! To view the item please see section 8 of this report. Please also view the section on Sir Robert Borden CI School in Section 10. The Toronto District School Board is held a public meeting on Wednesday May 11, 2016. The TDSB has decided to close the school. I would like to turn it in to a community hub. On April 28, 2016 Ontario Minister of Health publicly announced he is supporting ALL OF THE Recommendations in the Expert Health Panel including the dissolution of the Rouge Valley Health System. I am disappointed. Please see section 13 for details. City of Toronto Councillor Paul Ainslie Ward 43 – Scarborough East What's Inside ------------------- Staple Updates 1. Calendar 2. Seven Oaks Community 3. Curran Hall Community 4. Coronation and West Hill Community 5. Cedar Ridge Community & Cornell Community 6. Guildwood Village Community 7. Highrise Communities and Neighbourhoods 8. My Work at City Hall 9. Council Highlights 10. Sir Robert Borden CI School Closing 11. Supporting our local Food and Clothing Bank 12. Alzheimer's Society – Importance of Motion 13. Rouge Valley Health System 14. City of Toronto is now accepting applications for 2016 programs 15. East Scarborough Storefront – KGO Community 16. Scouts Canada 17. East Scarborough Boys and Girls Club Programs: Healthy Kids Community Challenge in Central Scarborough 18. May Flag Raising 19. Nominations open for Toronto's annual Access, Equity and Human Rights Awards 20. Guildwood Refugee Action Committee (GRACE) – Rain Barrel Sale and Garage Sale 21. StreetARToronto's Road Murals – Are you Interested? 22. Toronto Water Update on: Water Source Spring Tips and Basement Flooding Prevention 23. Mental and Physical Stimulation for People with Early Stage Dementia 24. Doors Open Toronto announces exciting lineup of buildings and programming 25. Quote of the Month 26. Websites for Community Use 27. E-News Policy and Contact Information ----------------- 1. Calendar ----------------- May 16, 2016 Councillor Ainslie Town Hall - Coronation Community May 17, 2016 Economic Development Committee Meeting May 18, 2016 City of Toronto Nathan Philips Square Peace Garden Rededication Ceremony May 19, 2016 Canadian National Exhibition Association Board Meeting May 19, 2016 Tenant Outreach Meeting by Office of the Commissioner of Housing Equity May 23, 2016 Victoria Day May 24, 2016 Executive Committee Meeting May 25, 2016 St. John Paul II’s - Freshman 40 Celebratory Breakfast and Awards Ceremony May 25, 2016 Meeting with Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade - Government Relations Committee May 25, 2016 State of Open Government & Open Data at the City of Toronto” Roundtable May 26, 2016 Release the East - Scarborough Youth Conference May 26, 2016 Compost Day – Guildwood Village Community May 27, 2016 Toronto Region Conservation Authority Meeting May 27, 2016 Centennial Bed Race May 27, 2016 Compost Day Cornell/Cedar Ridge May 28, 2016 Fun Fair - West Hill Public School May 28, 2016 Guildwood Village Garage Sale May 29, 2016 Doors Open walking tour of Guild Park and Gardens May 30, 2016 Toronto Hydro- Board May 30, 2016 TPLB Meeting May 31, 2016 Guild Park and Gardens Resource Group Meeting City and Community Events May 26 Councillor Ainslie’s Annual Compost Day 5:30 pm Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI - South-West Parking lot, 145 Guildwood Pkwy May 27 Councillor Ainslie’s Annual Compost Day Cedar Ridge Creative Centre 5:30 pm North Parking Lot 225 Confederation Drive May 28 West Hill Public School's Fun Fair 11:00 am – 3:00 pm West Hill Public School, 299 Morningside Ave May 29 City of Toronto Doors Open Walking Tour 10:00 am- 5:00 pm Guild Park and Gardens 201 Guildwood Parkway June 1 Scarborough Early Years Centre's Annual Health and Info Fair 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Boys & Girls Club of East Scarborough 100 Galloway Road June 2 Councillor Ainslie’s hosts Official Opening of Elizabeth Simcoe Park Splash Pad 6:00 pm - 8:00pm 180 Sylvan Ave. Barbeque and fun for all June 4 Guildwood Village Community Association's Annual Guildwood Day 10:15 am Parade begins Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI, 145 Guildwood Pkwy June 6 Councillor Ainslie’s Annual Community Barbecue 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Seven Oaks Park, 372 Military Trail June 11 Councillor Ainslie’s Annual Compost Day 10:00 am Curran Hall Community Centre, 277 Orton Park Road June 11 Councillor Ainslie’s Annual Compost Day 12 Noon Tam Heather Curling & Tennis Club, 730 Military Trail June 17 Poplar Road Junior Public School's - 54th Strawberry Festival 6:00 pm Poplar Road Junior Public School, 66 Dearham Wood July 31 City of Toronto Heritage Toronto Tour 1:30 pm Guild Park and Gardens, 201 Guildwood Parkway August 25 Councillor Ainslie Annual Community Barbecue 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Park, 18 Beran Drive August 27 Councillor Ainslie’s Annual Community Barbecue 12 noon - 5:30 pm 110 Mornell Court September 17 Friends of the Guild Park and Gardens - Fall Shoreline Clean-Up 9:00 am Guild Park and Gardens, 201 Guildwood Parkway September 18 Terry Fox Run 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Cedarbrook Park 91 Eastpark Boulevard. West off Markham Road below Lawrence Avenue East October 1 Councillor Ainslie s Annual Environment Day 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Morningside Works Yard, 891 Morningside Ave What's Inside ------------------------------------ 2. Seven Oaks Community ------------------------------------ 7 Oaks Community Association Email: [email protected] 7 Oaks Community Association is looking for members and feedback. Please fill out the following form to allow the association to serve the community (form). To support the 7 Oaks Community Association spread their news please see their current electronic newsletter – to be added to their e-mailing list please contact them at: [email protected] Newsletter Here Trees for Brook Road Park: Urban Forestry will be planting trees this Spring Map of planting. These plantings are part of our efforts to increase the urban forest canopy, increase diversity of tree species in the City of Toronto and help compensate for tree loss due to the Emerald Ash Borer. Public Transit: The new Light Rail Transit Cross Town East plan greatly effects our community it proposes 19 stops along Eglinton, Kingston Road and Morningside Avenue. To view the plan please visit www.scarboroughsubwayextension.ca/ Send in your comments to myself at [email protected]. Safety Review: Neilson Road at Trailridge Crescent (link to report) A review of the vehicle turning movements at the intersection of Neilson Road and Trailridge Crescent was conducted by Transportation Services. Based on the review, staff have concluded that changes to the intersection are not recommended at this time. Conclusions are based on a review of sight lines, road alignment, and collision history with a focus on collisions that occurred on Neilson Road at Trailridge Crescent and the private driveway. The results of our review concluded that the sight lines are clear at Trailridge Crescent and at the private driveway located on the east side of Neilson Road. The private driveway is offset from Trailridge Crescent. There is insufficient distance on Neilson Road between Trailridge Crescent and the private driveway to accommodate a shared centre left turn lane. Bonspiel Parkette Disturbances: Our office has received notification from residents been advised that there is some negative activity taking place at the park. The Toronto Police have been notified and have asked that residents continue to call our office or call them directly. The Police have advised that it would be beneficial to: 1. Report what times of occurrences in park and community so that the police may focus appropriately 2. Provide specific locations (south corner under the tree etc.), description of the offenders, & specific activity 3. Ensure that you report any break and enters so that they can be investigated and tracked 4. Home owner have access to crime prevention audits from the police through environmental design audit as well. Your community is yours! Be vigilant and report issues so that the police may act. In an emergency call 911 for non-emergency call 416-808-4300. What's Inside ------------------------------------ 3. Curran Hall Community ----------------------------------- http://www.curranhall.ca/ Trees for Curran Hall Ravine: Urban Forestry will be planting trees this Spring Map of planting. These plantings are part of our efforts to increase the urban forest canopy, increase diversity of tree species in the City of Toronto and help compensate for tree loss due to the Emerald Ash Borer.