Toronto Centre Community Action Plan for Corktown and the - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Toronto Centre Community Action Plan for Corktown and the Distillery District Facilitated by; Office of Glen Murray, MPP Toronto Centre and in collaboration with Councillor Pam McConnell, Ward 28 Agenda Recap on the Community Action Plan
Facilitated by; Office of Glen Murray, MPP Toronto Centre and in collaboration with Councillor Pam McConnell, Ward 28
Neighbourhood Assets:
Challenges:
– Concerns from residents surrounding street safety in the neighbourhood – Issues around pedestrian safety have also been raised for all modes of transportation
– Inadequate North-South public transit service in the neighbourhood, more focus should be placed on public transit options – Interaction between pedestrians, cars, bicycles, accessibility devices and
– Certain areas are either inaccessible or dangerous by any means except for private automobile
Challenges (continued):
– Lack of coordination in terms of current service delivery and how future initiatives will be executed – Need for a clear vision through plans and strong relationships, to be better able to understand the proposed interventions – Poor collection of medical services in the area – Other services such as those that cater to families are also felt to be lacking
Opportunities and Projects:
The 2015 Pan American Games – Projects will bring a significant influx of housing units, new commercial areas and unique employment opportunities – Opportunity to ensure that a lasting legacy is left from the Pan Am games and that the area takes a great leap forward for the neighbourhood The Creation of a Cohesive Neighbourhood – Corktown needs to attract more families and provide facilities and resources for a wide range of residents that could potentially live in the area – A diverse population means a great opportunity for a more diverse business community in the area to arise
Opportunities and Projects (continued):
Further Incorporate Sustainable Practices – Improve the quality of life in and around Corktown by working with Corktown’s natural assets such as the neighbourhood’s proximity to Lake Ontario, the Don River – Creation of more green spaces within Corktown for residents and visitors to enjoy Historic Preservation – Greater protection for historic buildings in the area and a realization of their significance to enhance the area – Use the historical significance of Corktown to attract further business
– Continue to work to develop transit opportunities in the neighbourhood – Add more specifics to the plan and incorporate more information from existing plans – Provide additional statistical data for the neighbourhood – Continue to build the www.torontocentreplan.org website – Work with the neighbourhood to develop a priority list for the next year, five years and ten years
Additional Discussion Opportunities for the following areas: