Juan_Lennon416
Senior Member
I do not think the bar was set that high for either Tory or Chow and the general message was 'stop the mayoral crap from flowing at City Hall'
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I do not think the bar was set that high for either Tory or Chow and the general message was 'stop the mayoral crap from flowing at City Hall'
Northern Light
Superstar
I think this actually makes a great case for going for the pitch-and-putt model of golf, assuming there's interest among golfers.
It cuts land area requirements by 85% so you can preserve a cheaper option for those with an enthusiasm for that sort of game while also adding significant natural area, storm water retention/treatment, cycling/multi-use trails, maybe mountain biking,
hiking and possibly even an urban camp ground.
Northern Light
Superstar
Today's announcement from Ms. Keesmaat:
https://www.jenniferkeesmaat.com/greencityplan
Its actually a very reasonable, do-able commitment to green Toronto's streets as reconstruction and resurfacing occur.
She cites the examples of Queensway sidewalks done w/silva cells and storm water infiltration design; as well as the rain garden parkette at Coxwell and Fairford (Upper Gerrard)
https://www.jenniferkeesmaat.com/greencityplan
Its actually a very reasonable, do-able commitment to green Toronto's streets as reconstruction and resurfacing occur.
She cites the examples of Queensway sidewalks done w/silva cells and storm water infiltration design; as well as the rain garden parkette at Coxwell and Fairford (Upper Gerrard)
Juan_Lennon416
Senior Member
She wants to green Toronto's streets? Tell here to come up to Northeast Scarborough and have residents re-plant the lawns that they ripped up to park their cars!
christiesplits
Senior Member
According to Progress Toronto, advance voting is down 25% compared to 2014.
https://twitter.com/Etummillo/status/1051910486877499392
https://twitter.com/Etummillo/status/1051910486877499392
King of Kensington
Senior Member
Turnout will be lower this year. Many Torontonians have not really been engaged in this race, and the stakes just don't seem as high this time when Tory seems pretty bland, non-controversial and nearly certain to coast to victory.
christiesplits
Senior Member
I have to think low voter turnout will hurt Tory, and likely help candidates like Keesmaat and, yes, Faith Goldy.
It's highly unlikely that it would give Keesmaat the huge boost she needs though.
EagleEye
Senior Member
People came out in 2014 to keep DoFo out. This time around, it isn't so dire.
Videodrome
Senior Member
Filth Moldy minions crashed another debate, but Tory and Keesmaat weren't there. Probably for the best.
OneCity
Senior Member
This election is done, thankfully. But we have a major s-storm brewing for next election. Seriously a candidate polling in 3rd whos been on full media & debate blackout is happening. Some moderates better step up on both sides, I really cant even imagine 2022
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44 North
Senior Member
Fair enough, was more a general example. And more specific to the actual hill not the general area. Like say if someone said we should remove the ski facilities and put in a series of switchback trails I think it'd be worthy to be contentions.
Now don't get me wrong, I'm open to an aspect of Keesmaat's point. That'd be allowing public access through the golf courses. This would be really good for Dentonia since it's a solid wall in the Taylor Ck system. And to an extent Don Valley, though that wouldn't open much since it's stonewalled by Rosedale (private) downstream. As a general idea allowing a public trail through Flemingdon and Donalda (both private unfortunately) would be really worth discussion just because of what it opens up. Steeles to the lake all through the valley. *That* would be interesting.
Videodrome
Senior Member
Remember the debate in 2014, where Doug Ford fans got so unruly that most people left before it was over? What happened tonight was worse. I can only imagine how 2022 will be if/when a certain person decides to run for mayor again.
King of Kensington
Senior Member
Well I was there at OISE tonight. What a sh*show.
bobbob911
Active Member
You say this facetiously, but there are many public marinas in Toronto, and there is a sailing club at Bluffers Park you can get into for $350 per year ($700 if you own a boat). Comes with free parking for Bluffers too!
