Councillor James Pasternak's Toronto Ward 10 Newsletter
2
Councillor James Pasternak Ward 10, York Centre 416-392-1371 • [email protected] • www.jamespasternak.ca Dear Neighbours, As we start a new term at City Hall, I want to thank you for the confidence you have shown in me. I look forward to continuing to represent our community. I was honoured to be asked by Mayor John Tory to sit on his Executive Committee as Chair of the Community Development and Recreation Committee and to continue my work on the Budget Committee. I will always fight to ensure your taxes stay low and every dollar is spent responsibly while preserving precious programs and services. I am excited to build on the progress we have made in Ward 10. Investments in our sewer system, roads, parks, sidewalks, transit, recreation programs, the arts and housing are making an enormous difference in our communities. This is just the beginning. Over the coming years, I will be working to ensure Ward 10 receives new capital investments for basement flooding protection upgrades, transit, infrastructure, hydro and more. We will be working with local neighbourhood associations and businesses to grow thriving communities to live,work and raise families in. Sincerely, Councillor James Pasternak Preventing Basement Flooding in Ward 10 We are taking action to mitigate basement flooding in Ward 10. An Environmental Assessment has been completed and we will be acting on the recommendations including upgrading storm sewers and installing additional catchbasins. The entire study and list of recommended solutions is available at www.jamespasternak.ca. Ward 10 Emergency Response Roundtable Toronto experienced unprecedented weather in 2013 and 2014. The resulting blackouts were stark reminders of the importance of emergency preparedness and the need to continue investing in our city’s infrastructure. In response, my office organized a new roundtable with community groups to develop strategies for local emergency relief to ensure we respond better in the future. Visit www.jamespasternak.ca to sign up for important information and to get involved. Improving our Roads and Sidewalks For the first time in decades, road and sidewalk improvements are happening along Wilson Avenue. This $2.5 million project includes a complete resurfacing of the road, sidewalk repairs and public realm improvements. Many local roads across Ward 10 are also being repaved, new sidewalks constructed and we are ensuring any potholes are immediately repaired. Investing in Community Recreation Programs As the new Chair of the Community Development and Recreation Committee, I am looking forward to working on the vital issues this committee oversees including recreation, affordable housing, seniors services and strengthening our communities and neighbourhoods. I want to make Toronto a leader in urban recreation programs that will provide all residents with opportunities to get involved. In Ward 10, our focus on recreation and community programs continues. I am excited to announce that a new Youth Space is opening in the Antibes Community Centre for youth programming. We are also working to expand the programs offered at the skating rinks, swimming pools and sports fields across the ward. The Ward 10 Report: Joining the Mayor’s Executive Committee to Work for Ward 10 and Toronto I will be working with Mayor John Tory to restore the focus at City Hall to improving transit, creating jobs, enhancing services and building infrastructure.
Transcript of Councillor James Pasternak's Toronto Ward 10 Newsletter
Councillor
James Pasternak Ward 10, York Centre
416-392-1371 • [email protected] • www.jamespasternak.ca
Dear Neighbours, As we start a new term at City Hall, I want to thank you for the confidence you have shown in me. I look forward to continuing to represent our community.I was honoured to be asked by Mayor John Tory to sit on his Executive Committee as Chair of the Community Development and Recreation Committee and to continue my work on the Budget Committee. I will always fight to ensure your taxes stay low and every dollar is spent responsibly while preserving precious programs and services. I am excited to build on the progress we have made in Ward 10. Investments in our sewer system, roads, parks, sidewalks, transit, recreation programs, the arts and housing are making an enormous difference in our communities. This is just the beginning. Over the coming years, I will be working to ensure Ward 10 receives new capital investments for basement flooding protection upgrades, transit, infrastructure, hydro and more. We will be working with local neighbourhood associations and businesses to grow thriving communities to live,work and raise families in. Sincerely,
Councillor James Pasternak
Preventing Basement Flooding in Ward 10
We are taking action to mitigate basement flooding in Ward 10. An Environmental Assessment has been completed and we will be acting on the recommendations including upgrading storm sewers and installing additional catchbasins. The entire study and list of recommended solutions is available at www.jamespasternak.ca.
Ward 10 Emergency Response Roundtable
Toronto experienced unprecedented weather in 2013 and 2014. The resulting blackouts were stark reminders of the importance of emergency preparedness and the need to continue investing in our city’s infrastructure. In response, my office organized a new roundtable with community groups to develop strategies for local emergency relief to ensure we respond better in the future. Visit www.jamespasternak.ca to sign up for important information and to get involved.
Improving our Roads and Sidewalks
For the first time in decades, road and sidewalk improvements are happening along Wilson Avenue. This $2.5 million project includes a complete resurfacing of the road, sidewalk repairs and public realm improvements. Many local roads across Ward 10 are also being repaved, new sidewalks constructed and we are ensuring any potholes are immediately repaired.
Investing in Community Recreation Programs
As the new Chair of the Community Development and Recreation Committee, I am looking forward to working on the vital issues this committee oversees including recreation, affordable housing, seniors services and strengthening our communities and neighbourhoods. I want to make Toronto a leader in urban recreation programs that will provide all residents with opportunities to get involved.In Ward 10, our focus on recreation and community programs continues. I am excited to announce that a new Youth Space is opening in the Antibes Community Centre for youth programming. We are also working to expand the programs offered at the skating rinks, swimming pools and sports fields across the ward.
The Ward 10 Report: Joining the Mayor’s Executive Committee to Work for Ward 10 and Toronto
I will be working with Mayor John Tory to restore the focus at City Hall to improving transit, creating jobs, enhancing services and building infrastructure.
We are happy to help and hear your ideas. Phone: 416-392-1371 Fax: 416-392-7299Email: [email protected]: www.jamespasternak.caCity Hall100 Queen Street West, Suite A22 (fully accessible)Toronto, Ontario M5H 2N2
Fully Accessible Constituency Office*638 Sheppard Avenue West,Suite #205Toronto, Ontario M3H 2S1*Please call first.
Please Contact Us
Great things are happening in Ward 10!
Ensuring access to affordable housing
Monday, January 12, 20156:30pm - 8:30pm
Antibes Community Centre140 Antibes Drive
Ward 10 Town Hall
Ensuring access to affordable housing is a priority for my office. With over 75,000 on the waiting list, it is one of the most challenging issues facing Toronto. My office holds regular meetings in TCHC buildings to speak directly with residents regarding their concerns.
Preventing Unreasonable Developments
Toronto is one of the fastest growing cities in North America and Europe. Poorly planned developments can harm established neighbourhoods and undermine years of work by the community. I am committed to ensuring that residents’ voices are heard when it comes to unreasonable development site plans such as the one for Wilmington Plaza. I will always fight to protect residents at North York Community Council, City Council, Committee of Adjustment and the OMB. Please visit www.jamespasternak.ca for updates on ongoing development applications.
Taste of ManilaWard 10 hosted the first Taste of Manila Filipino street festival.
Free Skating at the Herbert Carnegie ArenaEnjoy free leisure skating all winter long Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays at the arena.
Wilson Heights Park at Dresden RoadDrop by our sunset and reading park that has new seating, trees, plants and pathways.
Mobile Good Food MarketFoodshare is operating a weekly fresh produce market in Ward 10.
Hidden Trail ParkWe will be officially re-opening the park with a new playground, trees, seating and picnic areas.
Public Realm ImprovementsThe Bathurst-Finch intersection is seeing public realm work as are many other locations in Ward 10.
Centennial Arts CentreWe are working on a plan to expand the Centennial Library and create community arts space.
Skiing in Earl Bales Park Enjoy skiing in the heart of North York with a new $2 million state of the art ski lift.
Irv Chapley Community Centre The new patio is now open for your enjoyment and a great way to spend time.
Champlain ParkNew benches, trees and a gazebo have been added to the park and the tennis courts have been resurfaced.
Antibes Ping Pong TableThe new outdoor ping pong table at the Antibes Community Centre is open for all to enjoy.
Earl Bales Community Centre Winter Concert Join us Sunday, February 15 for an afternoon of great free music and refreshments in the community centre.
