The interest and engagement of Ward 30 residents in the recent Port Lands matter was significant. As a result, I know that many of you will be interested in seeing Waterfront Toronto's message on "The Future of the Port Lands" which was published in their recent newsletter. I am pleased to see that one of their first priorities is to develop a process with the
Location: St. Matthew's Clubhouse, Riverdale Park Date: Sunday, October 16, 2011 Time: 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.
The stunning and much-anticipated restoration of this beautiful heritage building is now complete. Please join me and City of Toronto Parks for an Open House on Sunday, October 16.
You will have a chance to tour the building; learn more about its unique history and contribute your ideas for its new role in our community.
Please join me at a Ward 30 Downspout Disconnection Information Session with Toronto Water.
Date: Saturday October 15
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: Home Depot, Gerrard Square
Rainwater runs off your roof and flows through your eavestroughs into a downspout that carries it directly into the sewer system. During heavy
Date: Saturday, October 1, 2011
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Riverdale Park East
(Broadview Ave., south of Danforth Ave.)
YOU CAN GET (some fees may apply)
- Backyard Composters, Green Bins, Kitchen Composter, Rain Barrel, Water Efficiency Kits
Pick up for FREE
- Green Bin and Kitchen Container (exchange damaged bins, newcomers show proof
Many residents have called and emailed my office in regards to traffic and pedestrian safety concerns with in and around Rivertowne.
I am hosting this walk with Walkable Ward 30, a new pedestrian advocacy group; Toronto Community Housing; and the Ralph Thornton Centre. Please join us in a community safety walk with the police, pedestrians, city staff and residents.
DATE: SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 18
TIME: 3:00PM - 4:30PM
LOCATION: RALPH THORTON CENTRE 2ND FLOOR 765 QUEEN ST E
Currently an Environmental Assessment is underway for the naturalization of the mouth of the Don River which would ensure flooding containment in the event of a 100 year storm.
On September 21st, Toronto City Council will consider changes to the EA process that may hold up flooding mitigation for the Port Lands as well as South Riverdale. This is of great concern to our community.
Beginning Thursday September 8th, solid waste
collection is switching to Thursdays.
Councillor Fletcher has arranged
for the pick-up of both garbage and recycling on Thursday September 8th to
assist residents with this transition.
Please refer to the calendar here for the detailed schedule
Below are links to a number of Citizen Advocacy Groups to connect with. If you would like to suggest any other advocacy groups please contact [email protected]
Toronto Environmental Alliance
