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City Council

Thursday, May 11, 2023

36 motions across 20 agenda items · 2022-2026 term

Data sourced from the City of Toronto Open Data portal — synced daily as records become available for download. Not everything recorded at council is published for download, so some meetings and motions may be missing. We're working to make this as complete as possible. Full official records on Toronto.ca ↗

2023.IE3.7 · 3 motions on this item · View on Toronto.ca ↗

High Park Movement Strategy - Final Report

Motion 1 PASSED #parks

Approved a comprehensive strategy for managing movement and access in High Park

Amend Item · moved by Perks

18 Yes 7 No
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High Park Movement Strategy - Final Report

What this motion does

Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.

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Moved by: Councillor Perks

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
PASSED #parks

Adopted the High Park Movement Strategy Final Report with amendments by majority vote

Adopt Item as Amended

18 Yes 7 No
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High Park Movement Strategy - Final Report

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.

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How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
Motion 3 PASSED #parks

Approved the final High Park movement strategy with strong support from council members

Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Fletcher

21 Yes 4 No
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High Park Movement Strategy - Final Report

What this motion does

Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.IE3.7 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Fletcher

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.PH3.17 Motion 1 PASSED #development #equity

Approved draft secondary plan and community development priorities for Downsview neighborhood

Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Pasternak

25 Yes 0 No
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Update Downsview: Draft Secondary Plan and Draft Community Development Plan Priorities - Status Report

What this motion does

Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.PH3.17 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Pasternak

How councillors voted

NO (0)

  • None

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.EC3.17 Motion 1 PASSED

Approved exemptions allowing extended shopping hours at Yorkdale Shopping Centre during holidays

Amend Item · moved by Carroll

25 Yes 0 No
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Tourist Area Exemptions for Holiday Shopping for Yorkdale Shopping Centre - Amendment to Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 510-5

What this motion does

Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.EC3.17 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Carroll

How councillors voted

NO (0)

  • None

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.5 PASSED #animals #roads

Approved relocation of Delta Bingo and Gaming facility to 360 Evans Avenue

Adopt Item

21 Yes 4 No
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Delta Bingo & Gaming Proposed Relocation to 360 Evans Avenue - by Councillor Amber Morley, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.5 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.8 PASSED 2/3 REQUIRED #animals #budget

Approved waiving referral to extend application deadlines for senior and disabled property tax relief

Waive Referral

19 Yes 5 No 1 absent
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Extending 2023 Application Due Dates for Property Tax and Utility Relief programs for Low-Income Seniors and Low-Income Disabled Persons - by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak

What this motion does

Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.8 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (1)

2023.MM6.9 · 2 motions on this item · View on Toronto.ca ↗

Honouring Canadian Music Legend Gordon Lightfoot - by Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie

PASSED

Approved honouring Canadian music legend Gordon Lightfoot with city recognition

Adopt Item

22 Yes 2 No 1 absent
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Honouring Canadian Music Legend Gordon Lightfoot - by Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.9 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (1)

PASSED

Approved honouring Canadian music legend Gordon Lightfoot with city recognition

Adopt Item · moved by REVOTE

24 Yes 1 No
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Honouring Canadian Music Legend Gordon Lightfoot - by Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.9 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor REVOTE

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.10 PASSED 2/3 REQUIRED #homelessness

Approved establishing a Mayor's Roundtable to develop a plan reducing and ending homelessness

Waive Referral

22 Yes 3 No
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Initiating a Mayor's Roundtable to Develop a Response Plan to Reduce and End Homelessness - by Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe

What this motion does

Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.10 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

NO (3)

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.12 · 2 motions on this item · View on Toronto.ca ↗

Deeming Members of Council Ineligible for Jury Duty - by Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher

PASSED 2/3 REQUIRED

Approved waiving referral to allow council members to be deemed ineligible for jury duty

Waive Referral

19 Yes 6 No
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Deeming Members of Council Ineligible for Jury Duty - by Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher

What this motion does

Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.12 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
PASSED

Adopted declaring Toronto City Council members ineligible to serve on juries during their terms

Adopt Item

15 Yes 10 No
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Deeming Members of Council Ineligible for Jury Duty - by Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.12 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.13 PASSED 2/3 REQUIRED

Approved plan to bypass committee review and advance clean energy initiatives for Toronto

Waive Referral

18 Yes 7 No
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A Clean Energy Future for Toronto - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Gord Perks

What this motion does

Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.13 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.22 PASSED #equity

Approved recognition of queer history and ongoing Two-Spirit LGBTQ community presence at Hanlan's Point Beach

Adopt Item

25 Yes 0 No
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Recognizing the Importance of Queer History and the Ongoing Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (2SLGBTQ+) Community Presence at Hanlan's Point Beach and Surrounding Area, Ward 10 - by Councillor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.22 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

NO (0)

  • None

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.25 PASSED

Approved November 17 as Gordon Lightfoot Day to honor the legendary Canadian musician's contributions

Adopt Item

24 Yes 1 No
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Proclaiming November 17 as Gordon Lightfoot Day in the City of Toronto - by Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.25 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.30 DEFEATED 2/3 REQUIRED CLOSE VOTE #roads #snow

Rejected waiver to redirect proceeds from selling city land at 276 Lauder Avenue

Waive Notice

11 Yes 14 No
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Redirecting the Proceeds of the Sale of a Residual Portion of City-owned land at 276 Lauder Avenue - by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Ausma Malik

What this motion does

Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.30 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.33 · 2 motions on this item · View on Toronto.ca ↗

Diversifying Civic Appointees on the Toronto Transit Commission Board - by Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

PASSED 2/3 REQUIRED #snow #transit

Approved waiving notice to increase diversity among Toronto Transit Commission board appointees

Waive Notice

21 Yes 4 No
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Diversifying Civic Appointees on the Toronto Transit Commission Board - by Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

What this motion does

Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.33 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
DEFEATED 2/3 REQUIRED #transit

Rejected waiving referral for diversifying Toronto Transit Commission board appointments

Waive Referral

10 Yes 15 No
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Diversifying Civic Appointees on the Toronto Transit Commission Board - by Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

What this motion does

Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.33 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.35 PASSED #equity #roads

Approved releasing funds to rebuild community garden at 133 Broadway Avenue

Adopt Item

24 Yes 1 No
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Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds to Rebuild the Community Garden at 133 Broadway Avenue - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.35 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.MM6.41 PASSED #roads

Directed City Solicitor to appeal Committee of Adjustment decision to Toronto Local Appeal Body

Adopt Item

24 Yes 1 No
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73-83 Brooklawn Avenue - Request for City Solicitor to Appeal Committee of Adjustment Decision to the Toronto Local Appeal Body - by Councillor Gary Crawford, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.MM6.41 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.DM6.4 · 5 motions on this item · View on Toronto.ca ↗

Getting the Gardiner Right: Moving Forward with a New Study on Better Options for the Gardiner East - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

Motion 4 DEFEATED #roads

Rejected proposal to conduct new study on alternative options for Gardiner East corridor

Amend Item · moved by Fletcher

7 Yes 18 No
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Getting the Gardiner Right: Moving Forward with a New Study on Better Options for the Gardiner East - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

What this motion does

Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.4 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Fletcher

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
Motion 1 PASSED #roads

Approved commissioning new study examining alternative options for eastern section Gardiner Expressway

Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Moise

21 Yes 4 No
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Getting the Gardiner Right: Moving Forward with a New Study on Better Options for the Gardiner East - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

What this motion does

Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.4 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Moise

How councillors voted

NO (4)

ABSENT (0)

  • None
Motion 2 DEFEATED #roads

Rejected a new study on alternative options for the Gardiner Expressway East section

Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Bravo

9 Yes 16 No
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Getting the Gardiner Right: Moving Forward with a New Study on Better Options for the Gardiner East - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

What this motion does

Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.4 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Bravo

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
Motion 3 DEFEATED #roads

Rejected a new study on alternative options for the Gardiner Expressway East section

Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Fletcher

8 Yes 17 No
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Getting the Gardiner Right: Moving Forward with a New Study on Better Options for the Gardiner East - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

What this motion does

Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.4 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Fletcher

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
DEFEATED #roads

Rejected commissioning new study on Gardiner East replacement options and alternatives

Adopt Item as Amended

10 Yes 15 No
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Getting the Gardiner Right: Moving Forward with a New Study on Better Options for the Gardiner East - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.4 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (0)

  • None
2023.EX4.10 · 4 motions on this item · View on Toronto.ca ↗

Transit Priority Measures to Support Scarborough SRT Bus Replacement

Motion 1b PASSED #transit

Approved transit priority measures supporting Scarborough SRT bus replacement service

Amend Item · moved by Thompson

20 Yes 1 No 4 absent
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Transit Priority Measures to Support Scarborough SRT Bus Replacement

What this motion does

Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.EX4.10 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Thompson

How councillors voted

ABSENT (4)

Motion 1b PASSED #transit

Approved transit priority measures to support bus replacement for Scarborough SRT

Amend Item · moved by Thompson

22 Yes 0 No 3 absent
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Transit Priority Measures to Support Scarborough SRT Bus Replacement

What this motion does

Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.EX4.10 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Thompson

How councillors voted

NO (0)

  • None

ABSENT (3)

Motion 1a PASSED #transit

Approved transit priority measures to support bus service replacing the Scarborough light rail line

Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Thompson

16 Yes 0 No 9 absent
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Transit Priority Measures to Support Scarborough SRT Bus Replacement

What this motion does

Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.EX4.10 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Thompson

How councillors voted

NO (0)

  • None
PASSED #transit

Approved transit priority measures to support Scarborough bus service replacing the streetcar line

Adopt Item as Amended

18 Yes 0 No 7 absent
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Transit Priority Measures to Support Scarborough SRT Bus Replacement

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.EX4.10 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

NO (0)

  • None
2023.PH3.6 Motion 2 PASSED #housing

Approved housing initiative progress update with strong council support for affordable housing efforts

Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Perruzza

21 Yes 1 No 6 absent
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Housing Now Initiative - 2023 Progress Update

What this motion does

Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.PH3.6 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Perruzza

How councillors voted

ABSENT (6)

2023.RM6.1 PASSED 2/3 REQUIRED

Opened the council meeting with required procedures and formal processes completed

Extend the Meeting

17 Yes 6 No 2 absent
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Call to Order

What this motion does

Allows council to keep meeting past the scheduled end time. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.

View agenda item 2023.RM6.1 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

ABSENT (2)

2023.DM6.2 · 5 motions on this item · View on Toronto.ca ↗

Fine Equity: Balancing Toronto Transit Commission Fare Evasion and Parking Fines - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo

DEFEATED 2/3 REQUIRED #equity #parks #transit

Rejected motion to balance transit fare evasion and parking fines enforcement equity

End Debate · moved by Fletcher

15 Yes 8 No 2 absent
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Fine Equity: Balancing Toronto Transit Commission Fare Evasion and Parking Fines - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo

What this motion does

Forces an immediate vote on the item by ending discussion. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.2 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor Fletcher

How councillors voted

ABSENT (2)

Motion 1 PASSED #equity #parks #transit

Directed staff to review fairness between transit fare evasion and parking violation penalties

Amend Item · moved by McKelvie

14 Yes 4 No 7 absent
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Fine Equity: Balancing Toronto Transit Commission Fare Evasion and Parking Fines - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo

What this motion does

Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.2 on Toronto.ca →

Moved by: Councillor McKelvie

How councillors voted

PASSED #equity #parks #transit

Approved review of transit fare evasion and parking fine policies to address equity concerns

Adopt Item as Amended

15 Yes 3 No 7 absent
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Fine Equity: Balancing Toronto Transit Commission Fare Evasion and Parking Fines - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.2 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

NO (3)

PASSED CLOSE VOTE #equity #parks #transit

Approved part two of motion addressing transit fare evasion and parking fines equity

Adopt Item as Amended

10 Yes 8 No 7 absent
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Fine Equity: Balancing Toronto Transit Commission Fare Evasion and Parking Fines - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.2 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

PASSED #equity #parks #transit

Adopted amended motion to balance Toronto Transit Commission fare evasion and parking fines policies

Adopt Item as Amended

13 Yes 4 No 8 absent
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Fine Equity: Balancing Toronto Transit Commission Fare Evasion and Parking Fines - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo

What this motion does

Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.

View agenda item 2023.DM6.2 on Toronto.ca →

How councillors voted

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