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Who qualifies for a PVT refund?

As you know, the City of Toronto has recently rescinded the $60 Personal Vehicle Tax. Depending on your circumstance, you may be entitled to a refund of a portion of what you have already paid. Below is an excerpted portion of a Q&A factsheet published by the City, which lays out the exact scenario in which one is entitled to a refund.

Toronto City Council Attendance and Voting Records

Ever wanted to know whom voted on what in Toronto City Council? In the spirit of transparency and accountability, the City of Toronto has recently begun to record all votes taken in council. Now, members of the public can view the results of all of these votes for specific members of council using the website below.

http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/news/2011-01-06-news-votes-attendance.htm

Have your say: 5¢ bag fee

The City of Toronto currently has a bylaw (Municipal Code Chapter 604, Packaging bylaw) which states that all retailers are to charge a minimum of 5¢ on all plastic bags. This money is collected by the retailer, and is not received by the City. Mayor Rob Ford has discussed plans to repeal section of the bylaw in the future.

We'd like to ask you for your opinion on this issue. Click on this link to send us your thoughts on whether this fee should or should not be repealed. Please include your full name, address, and phone number as anonymous comments will not be considered. All information collected will always remain confidential.

Alternatively, you can give our office a call at 416-392-1374. Once again be sure to leave your full contact information.

Useful Links
City of Toronto: 5 cent bag bylaw page
Municipal Code Chapter 604, Packaging bylaw

A message from Councillor Mike Del Grande

The 2010 Toronto Municipal Election is now over, and I'd like to thank all of those who supported me throughout the campaign. I pledge to continue serving Ward 39 and its residents in the coming four years.

Fact Sheet on Parking in Driveways and the New Zoning Bylaw

The topic of the new zoning bylaw and how it affects driveway parking has been receiving a lot attention in the media as of late. In response, the City has put up a fact sheet clarifying some of the issues involved. The fact sheet can be downloaded here (.pdf format).

TTC service change to 39 Finch East routes

A variety of service changes are coming to the 39 Finch East TTC bus routes, effective October 12th, 2010.

• General increase to 39 Finch East local non-express service.
• A brand new 199 Finch Rocket route, which stops at major express stops between Finch and Scarborough Town Centre.
• Some changes to the 139 Finch-Don Mills, which will now serve Senaca College westbound.

For more information, visit the TTC's website, or read on below.