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Collaborating with Minister Stan Cho, MPP on Shared Willowdale Priorities


Last Friday, I had a productive and collaborative in-person meeting with Minister Stan Cho, MPP for Willowdale, focused on some of the most important opportunities and challenges facing Willowdale and North York Centre. I am grateful for Minister Cho’s willingness to engage on a wide range of issues that will help shape the future of our community and improve quality of life for Willowdale residents.


Our discussion covered 10 key priorities:

  • A visionary refresh of Mel Lastman Square to create a world-class destination for arts, culture, tourism, and community celebration.

  • Urgent provincial childcare infrastructure funding to help deliver much-needed daycare spaces for growing families.

  • Connecting with the Minister of Education regarding the School Climate Survey and strengthening supports that help address adverse childhood experiences.

  • Advancing a bold vision for future subway stations, including platform edge doors, public washrooms, bike facilities, community spaces, and transit-oriented development.

  • Addressing visitor parking challenges in rapidly intensifying neighbourhoods near transit.

  • Exploring tools to preserve office and employment spaces in North York Centre and maintain our role as a major economic hub.

  • Discussing the importance of timely progress on the Yonge/401 Interchange project and continued coordination with the Ministry of Transportation.

  • Seeking solutions to optimize the future Doris Avenue Extension through improved road alignment planning.

  • Addressing concerns regarding noise pollution from a residential CHP cogeneration system and its impacts on nearby residents.

  • Exploring provincial authorization for a noise camera enforcement pilot and stronger measures to reduce excessive vehicle noise.


Strong communities are built through partnership, collaboration, and a shared commitment to solving problems. I look forward to continuing to work with Minister Cho and our provincial partners to advance these priorities and deliver results for Willowdale residents.

 
 
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