"Vic" says I haven't posted, but I have posted. I have explained things as best I can, several times. There has been no "hidden information". The moderator of this forum should know that I have posted even if "Vic" doesn't know it and the moderator should have corrected "Vic" before allowing Vic's erroneous and abusive post to go up.
I have posted. Several times. Too many times. All I get from posting is more abuse. Everything I post is treated as fodder for more accusations against me, the Board members, and our wonderful staff....none of us who have had anything to do with the creation of this situation which we are doing our level best to solve. We do not deserve the abuse we are receiving.
As stated before, I welcome any investigation. I will participate in any investigation fully and I will welcome the opportunity to finally freely express my own concerns about any purported financial goings-on.
It is 3:50 a.m. Does anyone have a negative comment about that? Oh by the way, Justin has never "blogged" on this website, but Scot D. has quoted him as if he has. Does this make Scot D. a liar? I think so.
Thanks, Ken, I appreciate you posting that information.
But we do also need to address the animals who are already on the street in the area. I know that various neighbours have been getting frustrated with the cats in their backyards, but haven't been willing to get involved to curb the problem. This is why I asked if the community would please support and spread the word about the Toronto Cat Rescue, who are trying to stop the population growth by spaying and neutering the strays, and giving them their basic shots. It will stop the males from wandering so far as well as spraying and fighting, and of course will keep the females from procreating.
They are still working on Perth Avenue - basically cleaning up our backyard problem! - with very little financial support from the community they are serving - and they are entirely reliant on donations.
Citing jurisdictional issues and its role as an office of last resort, the office of the Ombudsman of the City of Toronto stated this afternoon that it cannot investigate the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club and the Junction Triangle clubhouse situation. The Ombudsman's office stated that neighbourhood concerns need to be addressed by agencies funding the Club first. Failing resolution of those concerns, then they can be approached again for re-consideration.
Following the Ombudsman's advice, the City of Toronto Department of "Community Funding Programs" has been contacted. A formal complaint about the situation in the Junction Triangle has been filed and an investigation is now underway at this City department. It will not be a fast process and no one should expect a quick response, but the wheels appear to be turning.
Interesting that the Board Chair of the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club seems to thinks everyone should wait on the Ombudsman for the "answer." If there was any legitimacy to the Club's claims, they would simply produce the documents showing that 45 Ernest Avenue was in non-compliance with City zoning regulations. They could settle the matter by providing the legal opinion saying it was a good strategy to vacate the premises at 45 Ernest without notice. They could also put an end to the "conflict" by showing why they continue to characterize the landlord's rent deal that provided 45 Ernest at cost as "sky high" and part of some "gravy train" that the Board Chair is going to tell the Mayor she stopped.
I'm sure the Ombudsman will be as interested as we are to see this material. Let's hope the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club doesn't keep her waiting as long as residents in the Junction Triangle have been.
I am glad that the Chair of the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club welcomes being dragged into the Ombudsman's office but its a shame that people had to go to the Ombudsman in the first place and it says everything you need to know about governance at the DBGC. More and more Junction Triangle is deciding that somebody new with strong local governance should start offering wider and more accountable services to children AND teenagers in this community. Its time that we looked after ourselves.
I will be very interested in how the Ombudsman feels about hundreds of thousands of dollars being pissed away with ZERO accountability and ZERO community participation. Cant wait for anybody with courage at DBGC to stand up in front of the JT community and justify that. Cant wait.
The letter to the Ombudsman is something that I welcome. The answer to it should provide an end to this conflict. And then can we all get on with providing services for children?
Hi! I'm bumping this thread again and hoping that Junction Triangle residents will step up and help with the stray cat problem in our area. The Toronto Cat Rescue is working to trap, spay and release the local cats, so they don't breed further. They also get their basic shots and if any are adoptable, they get put into foster homes. But they need financial support from us, the residents of the community in which they are working!
On Perth Avenue, the Toronto Cat Rescue has "fixed" and released 2 females and 1 male, and rescued 1 kitten. Today, the mom of the girls is being spayed and she has to also have her tail amputated as it was likely run over by a car and is infected. it's $100 per cat, plus $350 for the amputation. One of her year old daughters is very pregnant cat, so, there will be more kittens to be rescued and placed. If they have more donations, they can continue working in the area on the other cats.
Please support their work through a charitable donation - you get a tax receipt! Please go to the link below to donate, and specify it's for the "Perth Avenue Colony". Thanks!
Just a reminder to anyone who wants to skate or play hockey one more time this season. Today is your last chance to do that at Campbell. After today the compressors will be shut off. There is pleasure skating with a campfire 1-3pm. The rest of the day is all ages shinny. The rinkhouse closes at 6 but if you are willing to change outside you can play hockey until 11. (You can also skate after 6 but you might not feel comfortable if there are a lot of hockey players.) Wallace-Emerson rink also closes today. It has two ice pads so there will be hockey and pleasure skating all day long. (The hockey schedule has age groups.) The rinkhouse closes at 9.
Dufferin Grove, City Hall and some other city-operated rinks are scheduled to stay open two more weeks, but whether they do will depend on the weather. The last two years Dufferin ended up shutting earlier because the sun was too strong to maintain good ice. Harbourfront, which isn't run by the City, will also be open in March. I'm not sure when Harbourfront closes but I think it will be open at least two more weeks.
Most of Toronto's outdoor rinks, including the ones at Campbell and Wallace-Emerson close this Sunday. Dufferin Grove is scheduled to stay open an extra two weeks, but the last two years closed well before that. As spring approaches the sun rises higher in the sky which makes harder to maintain the ice. Already in February, there are problems with ice melting along the boards.
There is pleasure-skating all day at Wallace and Dufferin. At Campbell there is pleasure-skating 4-6pm Saturday and 1-3pm Sunday.
Last year Bruce, Roy, and Hema did a wonderful job setting a casual stroll around the area where you pick up some tidbits of the goings on and history. I recommend people this as a great way to connect with your neighbourhood and your neighbours.
I hope this new business is successful but most families would not be able to afford the programs offered or the pre/after school drop ins.
Junction Triangle needs a locally run not for profit facility that can meet the needs of children and teens and provide a meeting place for the community. It is a priority for the community.
Congratulations!! This area has been in need of a kids gym and I can't wait to check out your place. Love what you are able to offer and I'm sure our kids will enjoy it too! Here's wishing you lots of success your way.
It was interesting that the Metrolinx press release never mentions health effects.
But the Toronto Medical Officer of Health issues new report stating that "Tier 4" diesel will create an increase in pollution and that electrification is the best choice for healthy communities. Report also re-states the global move towards cheaper more efficient electric commuter systems.
Metrolinx has always tried to fudge the health issue by saying that Tier 4 produces less pollution. That is true if it is replacing existing tier 2 diesels. BUT this is a new service so matter how clean they are, it still represents an increase in pollution, noted here in far clearer detail than in the Metrolinx "Electrification Study" that seemed to suggest there was no health effects along the corridor (and as we all know electrification was mysteriously never part of the diesel EA so no comparison was ever done between the health effects of diesel VS electric although it is self evident). This document from the BOH is only a few pages so take the time to read, absorb the details and think about the next provincial election.
Well put and accurate. The delivery of accountable and quality services to children, and teenagers, in our community is an important issue that everybody seems to get. Staying focused on the issue at hand serves our young people best.
This forum is about the Boys and Girls Club controversy. Please stay of topic. If you want to talk about other issues, please create another forum. Further off-topic posts will be deleted.
As for "politics", Jack, again you're commenting on events that you didn't even attend. I don't recall seeing you at any of the picnics in the parks last summer. Though I do recall seeing people from at least the Liberal party (including Mario Silva and Ana Bailao), the NDP, Green Party, and others. I don't recall seeing anyone from the PC/Conservatives, but you never know. Those events were non-partisan events, and if anyone from any political stripe offered to play music, help out, or attend in any other way, they were welcome. It was a common goal.
As for fake names...I've been respecting the privacy of people who post under fake names, but I might put an end to that eventually. The fake names, and accusations of fake names (which are often very wrong) are quite embarrassing. Don't push it....
Kevin just calling things as I see it, sorry I don't agree on your or your groups one sided ideaology(LEFT). If someone has been a little bit political is you. Having Andrew Cash sing at the park I feel is a little political, what do you call it. Kevin I think you can learn how to be a little bit more open and honest. I have never meet anyone like you and I am sure I am not the only one who thinks this. Calling yourself Allen, Joseph, mother of two and a CBC reporter I find this to been a little misleading. No I don't mind not posting not because of you, because of your little group been so one sided.
The board of Metrolinx on Friday approved the purchase of special trains to carry travellers between Union Station in downtown Toronto to Pearson International Airport.
The contract with Sumitomo Corp. of America for 12 of the train cars is worth about $55 million.
Metrolinx says the 12 units will create six two-car trains capable of carrying 120 people.
The contract would include an option to buy an additional six vehicles, which would increase its value to $75 million.
Metrolinx says the vehicles are new to North America and are not made in Canada. They will be made in the United States, but where possible, Metrolinx will work with the manufacturer to optimize Canadian content.
Metrolinx says the service will be operational by 2015 and offer an alternative to the five million car trips that take place every year between Union Station and Pearson Airport.
"We are excited to be taking the next step towards providing a link from the busiest airport to the busiest passenger rail hub in Canada," said Bruce McCuaig, president and CEO of Metrolinx.
"This rail link is a vital transit service for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, improving traffic congestion and providing passengers with more travel options across the region."
But Cheri DiNovo, the provincial NDP's transit critic, said there is "strong community opposition" to the plan, due to environmental and health concerns of those who live near the tracks.
"The health concerns of tens of thousands of residents who live near the tracks have fallen on deaf ears," DiNovo said.
While crime has dropped in our area over the last 15 years according to the Police there are always jerks around. This story talks about parking garages but it may also be connected to the rash of on-street car break-ins that started at the same time. Regardless it is good news.
---------------------------
Toronto Star
Henry Stancu Staff Reporter
A Toronto man faces 75 charges after $27,500 damage was done to 60 cars parked in underground garages in Toronto’s west end during a recent series of break-ins.
The smash and grab thefts of various items, ranging from electronic devices to personal property, began in garages in the Bloor St. W. and Lansdowne area before Christmas and continued until this month. (A Canadian Press story also listed Perth and Ruskin as targeted areas.)
Car windows and windshields were smashed, interiors ransacked and items such as cameras, GPS units, cell phones, music players and even wallets and cash were taken.
In some cases cars were damaged even though there was nothing worth stealing found inside.
Police warn car owners never to leave anything of value in a parked car.
“If you leave a knapsack or a laptop in plain view it provides the incentive for someone to take it,” said Const. Tony Vella of Toronto police public information unit.
“Most times criminals won’t break-in to vehicles if there’s nothing in plain view, but in this case it seems like any vehicle was targeted even where there was nothing found or taken,” he added.
Darryl Aquino, 33, of no fixed address, has been charged with 37 counts of mischief, 21 counts of attempted theft, 16 counts of theft and also breaching a conditional sentence order.
That is an excellent response Warren and it moves discussion back where it belongs which is an investigation into the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club and their governance and financials. That is what the issue is and those who care about the delivery of services to children in our area will stick to the topic at hand. Anything else is unhelpful.
Pleasure skating at Campbell on Saturday February 19 will start a little late because of a youth shinny tournament. Pleasure skating should start at 4:30pm give or take 15 minutes and there will be a full two hours.
Jack, could you leave the politics out of anything? This discussion is about children's services in the Junction Triangle. You want to make everything about politics and your strong dislike of the former Councillor. He's gone, get over it. Marjolein's employment status has nothing to do with this discussion of the community effort to get the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club fiasco resolved. If you can't focus on the issue at hand, please don't blog here.
Warren you and others are obviously bias so no-matter what I say will make a difference. The difference with you and some others and you know who you are, not just in the JT but across ward18 regardless if Adam office did something wrong it would not matter, because you wouldn't admit to it anyway. The other difference with me and others is I don't have any bias against our elected officals( politicians) for Davenport because I called all 3 out when they did something wrong. So please spare me the drama.
You failed to mention in the letter that Marjolein was working for ex- Councillor Adam Giambrone office and not only that she was a former board member living near the DB&G. Lastly I won't apologize to Marjolein for saying she does not live in the community and I hope that some of you give the same respect to Ana that you have given to Adam.
In general we might find there to be some wisdom in conducting ourselves in a manner conducive to building positive feelings about our community. The way we express ourselves when we disagree with each other is a critical element of our discussions. We want to feel free to express our opinions openly, we also want to avoid being unnecessarily hurtful of each other personally. There is a balance to be struck but lets keep in mind the idea of setting the bar a little higher when it comes to naming and objecting to an individual. I would want to see a strong justification for this kind of thing.
In this case I see no justification at all. I have seen Marjolein at several community meetings in the Junction Triangle on several different topics, I think she was at the architecture thing a few weeks ago. So clearly her interest in the community is not simply professional. I don't think it is healthy to fixate on where people live, or how long they have lived here. If a person makes themselves part of our community, we should make them feel welcome and loved. If we ever got to a point where 'community' events had a majority of people from outside our area, we might want to understand why. But we don't, and it is best for us to focus on problems that are manifest.
The rest of your note seems to suggest you imagine Adam's office had some nefarious connection to the problems with the Boys and Girls club. I don't see evidence, but lets entertain the idea for a moment. If Marjolein was involved in any way with anything inappropriate, it would be contrary to her interest to call for an investigation. It is not clear to me what you think is going on, but a clear connection to Marjolein that would justify a personal attack is absent.
Fundamentally Marjolein is supporting other community members in calling for an investigation. She is being supportive of the community.
Therefore I feel it would be appropriate for you to apologize to Marjolein for objecting to her participation in our community.
Disappointed you guys included Marjolein Winterink to the list of JT residents letter to the Ombudsman. First of all she doesn't live in the area and two you guys been so adamant to find out the truth about the B&G Club on Ernest. We don't know what involvement the late councillor (Adam Giambrone office) had with the boys and girls club???
Those who were at the All Canadidates debate heard Kevin Beaulieu take credit for the Boys and Girls Club on Ernest Ave. What credit was he taking and what was there involvement with the B&G if any, we don't know that???
I phoned the permits department and spoke with an Adam staff 416-392-7539, unfortunately he was not able to give me to much info on the permit, but what I understand the permit is still open???
How can you have a proper investigation when you guys keep protecting the councillors office(adam giambrone) you don't do that with Tony MPP or Mario MP. JF
"Vic" says I haven't posted, but I have posted. I have explained things as best I can, several times. There has been no "hidden information". The moderator of this forum should know that I have posted even if "Vic" doesn't know it and the moderator should have corrected "Vic" before allowing Vic's erroneous and abusive post to go up.
I have posted. Several times. Too many times. All I get from posting is more abuse. Everything I post is treated as fodder for more accusations against me, the Board members, and our wonderful staff....none of us who have had anything to do with the creation of this situation which we are doing our level best to solve. We do not deserve the abuse we are receiving.
As stated before, I welcome any investigation. I will participate in any investigation fully and I will welcome the opportunity to finally freely express my own concerns about any purported financial goings-on.
It is 3:50 a.m. Does anyone have a negative comment about that? Oh by the way, Justin has never "blogged" on this website, but Scot D. has quoted him as if he has. Does this make Scot D. a liar? I think so.
Thanks, Ken, I appreciate you posting that information.
But we do also need to address the animals who are already on the street in the area. I know that various neighbours have been getting frustrated with the cats in their backyards, but haven't been willing to get involved to curb the problem. This is why I asked if the community would please support and spread the word about the Toronto Cat Rescue, who are trying to stop the population growth by spaying and neutering the strays, and giving them their basic shots. It will stop the males from wandering so far as well as spraying and fighting, and of course will keep the females from procreating.
They are still working on Perth Avenue - basically cleaning up our backyard problem! - with very little financial support from the community they are serving - and they are entirely reliant on donations.
You can go to http://torontocatrescue.ca/donate/ or http://www.canadahelps.org/CharityProfilePage.aspx?CharityID=s62994 to donate to the Perth Ave Colony, which is the cats in our neighbourhood.
Thanks!
Citing jurisdictional issues and its role as an office of last resort, the office of the Ombudsman of the City of Toronto stated this afternoon that it cannot investigate the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club and the Junction Triangle clubhouse situation. The Ombudsman's office stated that neighbourhood concerns need to be addressed by agencies funding the Club first. Failing resolution of those concerns, then they can be approached again for re-consideration.
Following the Ombudsman's advice, the City of Toronto Department of "Community Funding Programs" has been contacted. A formal complaint about the situation in the Junction Triangle has been filed and an investigation is now underway at this City department. It will not be a fast process and no one should expect a quick response, but the wheels appear to be turning.
Interesting that the Board Chair of the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club seems to thinks everyone should wait on the Ombudsman for the "answer." If there was any legitimacy to the Club's claims, they would simply produce the documents showing that 45 Ernest Avenue was in non-compliance with City zoning regulations. They could settle the matter by providing the legal opinion saying it was a good strategy to vacate the premises at 45 Ernest without notice. They could also put an end to the "conflict" by showing why they continue to characterize the landlord's rent deal that provided 45 Ernest at cost as "sky high" and part of some "gravy train" that the Board Chair is going to tell the Mayor she stopped.
I'm sure the Ombudsman will be as interested as we are to see this material. Let's hope the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club doesn't keep her waiting as long as residents in the Junction Triangle have been.
I am glad that the Chair of the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club welcomes being dragged into the Ombudsman's office but its a shame that people had to go to the Ombudsman in the first place and it says everything you need to know about governance at the DBGC. More and more Junction Triangle is deciding that somebody new with strong local governance should start offering wider and more accountable services to children AND teenagers in this community. Its time that we looked after ourselves.
I will be very interested in how the Ombudsman feels about hundreds of thousands of dollars being pissed away with ZERO accountability and ZERO community participation. Cant wait for anybody with courage at DBGC to stand up in front of the JT community and justify that. Cant wait.
The letter to the Ombudsman is something that I welcome. The answer to it should provide an end to this conflict. And then can we all get on with providing services for children?
Sorry for not being more clear in the subject line. Thanks for your support! They need the residents to support the work in our neighbourhood.
Hi! I'm bumping this thread again and hoping that Junction Triangle residents will step up and help with the stray cat problem in our area. The Toronto Cat Rescue is working to trap, spay and release the local cats, so they don't breed further. They also get their basic shots and if any are adoptable, they get put into foster homes. But they need financial support from us, the residents of the community in which they are working!
On Perth Avenue, the Toronto Cat Rescue has "fixed" and released 2 females and 1 male, and rescued 1 kitten. Today, the mom of the girls is being spayed and she has to also have her tail amputated as it was likely run over by a car and is infected. it's $100 per cat, plus $350 for the amputation. One of her year old daughters is very pregnant cat, so, there will be more kittens to be rescued and placed. If they have more donations, they can continue working in the area on the other cats.
Please support their work through a charitable donation - you get a tax receipt! Please go to the link below to donate, and specify it's for the "Perth Avenue Colony". Thanks!
http://www.canadahelps.org/CharityProfilePage.aspx?CharityID=s62994
Just a reminder to anyone who wants to skate or play hockey one more time this season. Today is your last chance to do that at Campbell. After today the compressors will be shut off. There is pleasure skating with a campfire 1-3pm. The rest of the day is all ages shinny. The rinkhouse closes at 6 but if you are willing to change outside you can play hockey until 11. (You can also skate after 6 but you might not feel comfortable if there are a lot of hockey players.) Wallace-Emerson rink also closes today. It has two ice pads so there will be hockey and pleasure skating all day long. (The hockey schedule has age groups.) The rinkhouse closes at 9.
Dufferin Grove, City Hall and some other city-operated rinks are scheduled to stay open two more weeks, but whether they do will depend on the weather. The last two years Dufferin ended up shutting earlier because the sun was too strong to maintain good ice. Harbourfront, which isn't run by the City, will also be open in March. I'm not sure when Harbourfront closes but I think it will be open at least two more weeks.
Dear neighbours,
Most of Toronto's outdoor rinks, including the ones at Campbell and Wallace-Emerson close this Sunday. Dufferin Grove is scheduled to stay open an extra two weeks, but the last two years closed well before that. As spring approaches the sun rises higher in the sky which makes harder to maintain the ice. Already in February, there are problems with ice melting along the boards.
There is pleasure-skating all day at Wallace and Dufferin. At Campbell there is pleasure-skating 4-6pm Saturday and 1-3pm Sunday.
Michael Monastyrskyj
Campbell recreation staff
Last year Bruce, Roy, and Hema did a wonderful job setting a casual stroll around the area where you pick up some tidbits of the goings on and history. I recommend people this as a great way to connect with your neighbourhood and your neighbours.
I hope this new business is successful but most families would not be able to afford the programs offered or the pre/after school drop ins.
Junction Triangle needs a locally run not for profit facility that can meet the needs of children and teens and provide a meeting place for the community. It is a priority for the community.
Congratulations!! This area has been in need of a kids gym and I can't wait to check out your place. Love what you are able to offer and I'm sure our kids will enjoy it too! Here's wishing you lots of success your way.
It was interesting that the Metrolinx press release never mentions health effects.
But the Toronto Medical Officer of Health issues new report stating that "Tier 4" diesel will create an increase in pollution and that electrification is the best choice for healthy communities. Report also re-states the global move towards cheaper more efficient electric commuter systems.
His report.
Metrolinx has always tried to fudge the health issue by saying that Tier 4 produces less pollution. That is true if it is replacing existing tier 2 diesels. BUT this is a new service so matter how clean they are, it still represents an increase in pollution, noted here in far clearer detail than in the Metrolinx "Electrification Study" that seemed to suggest there was no health effects along the corridor (and as we all know electrification was mysteriously never part of the diesel EA so no comparison was ever done between the health effects of diesel VS electric although it is self evident). This document from the BOH is only a few pages so take the time to read, absorb the details and think about the next provincial election.
Well put and accurate. The delivery of accountable and quality services to children, and teenagers, in our community is an important issue that everybody seems to get. Staying focused on the issue at hand serves our young people best.
This forum is about the Boys and Girls Club controversy. Please stay of topic. If you want to talk about other issues, please create another forum. Further off-topic posts will be deleted.
As for "politics", Jack, again you're commenting on events that you didn't even attend. I don't recall seeing you at any of the picnics in the parks last summer. Though I do recall seeing people from at least the Liberal party (including Mario Silva and Ana Bailao), the NDP, Green Party, and others. I don't recall seeing anyone from the PC/Conservatives, but you never know. Those events were non-partisan events, and if anyone from any political stripe offered to play music, help out, or attend in any other way, they were welcome. It was a common goal.
As for fake names...I've been respecting the privacy of people who post under fake names, but I might put an end to that eventually. The fake names, and accusations of fake names (which are often very wrong) are quite embarrassing. Don't push it....
-vic
Kevin just calling things as I see it, sorry I don't agree on your or your groups one sided ideaology(LEFT). If someone has been a little bit political is you. Having Andrew Cash sing at the park I feel is a little political, what do you call it. Kevin I think you can learn how to be a little bit more open and honest. I have never meet anyone like you and I am sure I am not the only one who thinks this. Calling yourself Allen, Joseph, mother of two and a CBC reporter I find this to been a little misleading. No I don't mind not posting not because of you, because of your little group been so one sided.
Metrolinx approves $55M Pearson train purchase
The board of Metrolinx on Friday approved the purchase of special trains to carry travellers between Union Station in downtown Toronto to Pearson International Airport.
The contract with Sumitomo Corp. of America for 12 of the train cars is worth about $55 million.
Metrolinx says the 12 units will create six two-car trains capable of carrying 120 people.
The contract would include an option to buy an additional six vehicles, which would increase its value to $75 million.
Metrolinx says the vehicles are new to North America and are not made in Canada. They will be made in the United States, but where possible, Metrolinx will work with the manufacturer to optimize Canadian content.
Metrolinx says the service will be operational by 2015 and offer an alternative to the five million car trips that take place every year between Union Station and Pearson Airport.
"We are excited to be taking the next step towards providing a link from the busiest airport to the busiest passenger rail hub in Canada," said Bruce McCuaig, president and CEO of Metrolinx.
"This rail link is a vital transit service for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, improving traffic congestion and providing passengers with more travel options across the region."
But Cheri DiNovo, the provincial NDP's transit critic, said there is "strong community opposition" to the plan, due to environmental and health concerns of those who live near the tracks.
"The health concerns of tens of thousands of residents who live near the tracks have fallen on deaf ears," DiNovo said.
http://news.ca.msn.com/local/toronto/article.aspx?cp-documentid=27727928
While crime has dropped in our area over the last 15 years according to the Police there are always jerks around. This story talks about parking garages but it may also be connected to the rash of on-street car break-ins that started at the same time. Regardless it is good news.
---------------------------
Toronto Star
Henry Stancu Staff Reporter
A Toronto man faces 75 charges after $27,500 damage was done to 60 cars parked in underground garages in Toronto’s west end during a recent series of break-ins.
The smash and grab thefts of various items, ranging from electronic devices to personal property, began in garages in the Bloor St. W. and Lansdowne area before Christmas and continued until this month. (A Canadian Press story also listed Perth and Ruskin as targeted areas.)
Car windows and windshields were smashed, interiors ransacked and items such as cameras, GPS units, cell phones, music players and even wallets and cash were taken.
In some cases cars were damaged even though there was nothing worth stealing found inside.
Police warn car owners never to leave anything of value in a parked car.
“If you leave a knapsack or a laptop in plain view it provides the incentive for someone to take it,” said Const. Tony Vella of Toronto police public information unit.
“Most times criminals won’t break-in to vehicles if there’s nothing in plain view, but in this case it seems like any vehicle was targeted even where there was nothing found or taken,” he added.
Darryl Aquino, 33, of no fixed address, has been charged with 37 counts of mischief, 21 counts of attempted theft, 16 counts of theft and also breaching a conditional sentence order.
That is an excellent response Warren and it moves discussion back where it belongs which is an investigation into the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club and their governance and financials. That is what the issue is and those who care about the delivery of services to children in our area will stick to the topic at hand. Anything else is unhelpful.
Pleasure skating at Campbell on Saturday February 19 will start a little late because of a youth shinny tournament. Pleasure skating should start at 4:30pm give or take 15 minutes and there will be a full two hours.
Jack, could you leave the politics out of anything? This discussion is about children's services in the Junction Triangle. You want to make everything about politics and your strong dislike of the former Councillor. He's gone, get over it. Marjolein's employment status has nothing to do with this discussion of the community effort to get the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club fiasco resolved. If you can't focus on the issue at hand, please don't blog here.
Warren you and others are obviously bias so no-matter what I say will make a difference. The difference with you and some others and you know who you are, not just in the JT but across ward18 regardless if Adam office did something wrong it would not matter, because you wouldn't admit to it anyway. The other difference with me and others is I don't have any bias against our elected officals( politicians) for Davenport because I called all 3 out when they did something wrong. So please spare me the drama.
You failed to mention in the letter that Marjolein was working for ex- Councillor Adam Giambrone office and not only that she was a former board member living near the DB&G. Lastly I won't apologize to Marjolein for saying she does not live in the community and I hope that some of you give the same respect to Ana that you have given to Adam.
In general we might find there to be some wisdom in conducting ourselves in a manner conducive to building positive feelings about our community. The way we express ourselves when we disagree with each other is a critical element of our discussions. We want to feel free to express our opinions openly, we also want to avoid being unnecessarily hurtful of each other personally. There is a balance to be struck but lets keep in mind the idea of setting the bar a little higher when it comes to naming and objecting to an individual. I would want to see a strong justification for this kind of thing.
In this case I see no justification at all. I have seen Marjolein at several community meetings in the Junction Triangle on several different topics, I think she was at the architecture thing a few weeks ago. So clearly her interest in the community is not simply professional. I don't think it is healthy to fixate on where people live, or how long they have lived here. If a person makes themselves part of our community, we should make them feel welcome and loved. If we ever got to a point where 'community' events had a majority of people from outside our area, we might want to understand why. But we don't, and it is best for us to focus on problems that are manifest.
The rest of your note seems to suggest you imagine Adam's office had some nefarious connection to the problems with the Boys and Girls club. I don't see evidence, but lets entertain the idea for a moment. If Marjolein was involved in any way with anything inappropriate, it would be contrary to her interest to call for an investigation. It is not clear to me what you think is going on, but a clear connection to Marjolein that would justify a personal attack is absent.
Fundamentally Marjolein is supporting other community members in calling for an investigation. She is being supportive of the community.
Therefore I feel it would be appropriate for you to apologize to Marjolein for objecting to her participation in our community.
Disappointed you guys included Marjolein Winterink to the list of JT residents letter to the Ombudsman. First of all she doesn't live in the area and two you guys been so adamant to find out the truth about the B&G Club on Ernest. We don't know what involvement the late councillor (Adam Giambrone office) had with the boys and girls club???
Those who were at the All Canadidates debate heard Kevin Beaulieu take credit for the Boys and Girls Club on Ernest Ave. What credit was he taking and what was there involvement with the B&G if any, we don't know that???
I phoned the permits department and spoke with an Adam staff 416-392-7539, unfortunately he was not able to give me to much info on the permit, but what I understand the permit is still open???
How can you have a proper investigation when you guys keep protecting the councillors office(adam giambrone) you don't do that with Tony MPP or Mario MP. JF