Recent content by K13GT

Brine trucks must have been out in force on the major routes over the past several days ... Look at the white powdery coating/ stains from the brine solution on the asphalt. For example, I've seen it on: 401 through GTA, 400, Yonge Street near 401, etc.

Re: City council voting on getting rid of free parking for motorcycles today So two key reasons for the Major: 1. Free parking for motorcycles/ scooters is unfair to car drivers. 2. Loss of revenue Re Mayor's 1st reason: Recalling two themes from the Mayor's election campaign, I suspect...

Re: City council voting on getting rid of free parking for motorcycles today Today, I received a "2011 Newsletter" from my Councillor (Karen Stintz, Ward 16). In her newsletter, she mentions something I have not heard before: Toronto Parking Authority will issue an RFP (Request for Proposal)...

Re: City council voting on getting rid of free parking for motorcycles today Great info Face. Apparently MMIC (Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council) is preparing a response to the City as well - on behalf of manufacturers and dealers.

Re: City council voting on getting rid of free parking for motorcycles today Update on correspondence with City & elected officials: 1) I emailed my Councillor (Karen Stintz) who voted in favour of the motion last week: no reply so far. 2) I emailed the City Clerk with my comments. The...

Re: City council voting on getting rid of free parking for motorcycles today Her explanation makes no sense, and off topic (does not directly address why motorcycles/ scooters should pay for on-street parking now, when compliance is difficult and enforcement is problematic): 1. Is she...

Re: We might lose free parking in Toronto Great info, Face. I checked-out the link: the City Clerk's "Tracking Status" does not list me in the "Communications" list. I sent the Clerk an email with my concerns yesterday (in early afternoon). It was an email that I had originally sent to...

Re: We might lose free parking in Toronto Here is a copy of the email I sent to my Councillor earlier today (in case anyone want to use part or all to contact their Councillor). I also forwarded my original email to the Clerk. Dear Councillor ---, Ward ##: I understand that Councillors...