Toronto City Council and TDSB ward boundaries based on the 47 ward structure – September 15, 2018 update
As of September 10, 2018 the City Clerk will commence preparations to administer the October 22 election under the 47-ward model. The City of Toronto elections information can be found here: https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/elections/general-information/update-on-the-2018-election/ The City of Toronto 47 Ward Boundaries can be found here: https://www.toronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/9834-2018_City-Wards.pdf SERRA is in Ward 26. Above is a map of the TDSB ward boundaries based on the City of Toronto 47 ward model. Local TDSB schools within the SERRA area … Read moreToronto City Council and TDSB ward boundaries based on the 47 ward structure – September 15, 2018 update
City of Toronto municipal election and other updates – September 7, 2018
There is lots going on in our neighbourhood! City of Toronto municipal election We await a ruling from the Superior Court on the legality of the province’s Bill 5 (The Better Local Government Act) to reduce the number of council seats to 25. In the meantime, the number and boundaries of wards continue to be in flux. In the event of a “25-seat council” election, the SERRA area would see FOUR incumbent councillors plus … Read moreCity of Toronto municipal election and other updates – September 7, 2018
Meet the 25 new City Council wards – August 19, 2018 Update
We wanted to thank the many residents who responded to our survey about reducing the size of City Council to 25 members, and in particular, for offering the many comments to explain your position. A large majority of respondents objected to the reduction in the number of Council members, mostly because they felt that the new size of the wards would significantly impact the level of representation needed in the city. They also felt that Premier Ford’s claim of “for … Read moreMeet the 25 new City Council wards – August 19, 2018 Update
Settlement Agreement reached for 18 Brownlow (Now known as 71 Redpath)
Together we can make a difference! After nearly 3 years and countless hours, we finally reached a settlement for the 18 Brownlow (71 Redpath) development.It was a team effort involving our councillor, Josh Matlow, city planning and legal staff and the community. After 5 Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) pre-hearings and 2 years, we obtained a number of major concessions from the developer. Throughout all of this we enjoyed Josh’s very active support. The development was scaled back from two towers … Read moreSettlement Agreement reached for 18 Brownlow (Now known as 71 Redpath)
Neighbourhood Character Guidelines
A pilot project to establish design guidelines for a mature urban neighbourhood has been recently completed in the Long Branch area. This area faces many similar challenges to those in SERRA. To find out more about the results of this study, click here. The Long Branch Neighbourhood Character Guidelines aim to ensure that future development within this community is undertaken in a manner which is sensitive and generally consistent with the existing physical character of … Read moreNeighbourhood Character Guidelines
Community Consultation – Wednesday May 2, 2018 – Regarding the development application for 141 Davisville Ave.
Planning application concerning 141 Davisville Avenue: SERRA is strongly opposed to yet another tall tower infill project in the Davisville apartment neighbourhood. Please come out to the meeting and make your opposition known! There is even some original city council documentation, specifically stating that this location is to remain as an open area! The following notice has been provided by The City of Toronto Planning Group. The City is holding a Community Consultation meeting where you … Read moreCommunity Consultation – Wednesday May 2, 2018 – Regarding the development application for 141 Davisville Ave.
Get your free trees or shrubs – at our next Tree for Me event – Saturday October 13, 2018
Once again, SERRA will be hosting a Tree for Me event. Date: Saturday October 13, 2018 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Note time change to 3:00 pm) Location: The Church of the Transfiguration, 111 Manor Road East, Toronto. Please visit the Tree for Me website for information about the species that are available, take the quiz to determine the best trees or shrubs for your property and get ready to register for our event … Read moreGet your free trees or shrubs – at our next Tree for Me event – Saturday October 13, 2018
North Toronto Historical Society Walk – A Jane’s Walk Encore Performance
This is a repeat performance of SERRA’s Jane’s Walk from May … now teamed up with North Toronto Historical Society. The Fall Walking Tour of Davisville Village: Date: Sunday, September 30, 2018 Time: 2:00-3:45 p.m. (rain or shine) Location: Meet us at the NW corner Davisville and Mount Pleasant (June Rowlands Park) Join us to explore the historic village of Davisville with NTHS and SERRA (South Eglinton Ratepayers’ and Residents’ Association). Discover its people, farms, homes, … Read moreNorth Toronto Historical Society Walk – A Jane’s Walk Encore Performance