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Toronto seeks input on sign and billboard regulations

The City of Toronto is looking for input from the public and business owners on potential changes to the City of Toronto Act and the Toronto Sign Bylaw. The proposed changes would increase the City's ability to implement and enforce the Sign Bylaw.

At the January 8 meeting of the Planning and Growth Management Committee, staff recommended that Council request the Province to amend the City of Toronto Act so that the Toronto Sign Bylaw could apply to signs and billboards that existed prior to the current Sign Bylaw being enacted in 2010.

Items produced from the Maple Leaf Forever tree to be used at Toronto City Council and shown in public exhibition

A presentation today at City Council saw the unveiling of a new Council Chamber lectern and City Council gavel. Both were made of wood from the Maple Leaf Forever tree.

"The City of Toronto is deeply honoured to receive a new lectern and gavel made from the iconic Maple Leaf Forever tree," said Mayor John Tory. "The preservation and celebration of these historical masterpieces is an enduring symbol of our patriotism."

Protecting Our Schools: Open Letter to East End Parents

Since the provincial government first told the TDSB to close schools over 15 years ago, we have worked together and with you to keep schools open, save school pools, and maintain schools as hubs in our community.

Once again, the Ontario government is calling for wholesale closure of schools in Toronto. There will be impacts: 53 child care centres and over 3000 spaces in jeopardy; hundreds of adult learners and newcomers losing programs; and important public assets sold off.

February 18 - Ward 30 2015 Budget Meeting

Take part in this special Ward 30 meeting about the 2015 City Budget. Join your

February 12 - Planning Matters Open House

February 12, 2015 - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Ralph Thornton Centre, 765 Queen St E.

Our community is home to a rich cultural and architectural heritage, a thriving business community, and a diverse population of young families and long-time residents. Let’s have a conversation about the values that will shape our community for the next 10, 20 or 30 years.

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January 24 & 26 - Two Part Billy Bishop Runway EA Public Meeting

PortsToronto is undertaking an environmental assessment of the proposed introduction of jet aircraft and extension of the main runway at the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (BBTCA).

Based on a review of background information and participant feedback to date, PortsToronto has developed a preliminary list of the potential effects of the proposal and the proposed methods for assessing impacts.

City of Toronto launches 2015 tax and rate supported budgets

The City of Toronto's Budget Committee today began the budget process to review the 2015 staff recommended tax supported and rate supported budgets. The budgets deliver significant service improvements in key priority areas including transit, poverty reduction and public safety.

"Toronto's 2015 budget is focused on getting Toronto moving, putting families first and keeping taxes low," said Mayor John Tory. "This budget is about investing in better transit, better housing, more jobs and an end to the gridlock that is choking our streets – all while maintaining property taxes below the rate of inflation."

January 7 - Draw The Lines Ward Boundary Review Public Meeting

The Toronto Ward Boundary Review is looking at the size and shape of Toronto’s wards.

This Review is being undertaken to ensure that each person in Toronto is fairly represented at City Council. The Review will look at the number of people living in each ward, as well as other factors such as geographic communities of interest and neighbourhoods, major

Ward 30 Rink Holiday Schedules

Enjoy a pleasure skate or game of shinny at one of Ward 30's great outdoor rinks this winter. Click on the location below for the skating schedule over the holiday season. For day-to-day rink status visit the City's website at www.toronto.ca.