After being criticized over the state of city services such as park bathrooms, Mayor John Tory is promising improvements as he releases selective parts of Toronto’s proposed 2023 budget.
Most of Tory’s other pledges Thursday for “nuts and bolts” services were to maintain the status quo for outdoor pools, wading pools, rinks and more.
Even with a 2.4-per-cent rise, library officials have to cut $3.7 million. As of Thursday, staff had identified savings from temporary staff vacancies, an equipment replacement reserve and more, with $900,000 still to find. “This is needed funding to help our most vulnerable residents and to help people find a pathway out of homelessness,” Tory said Thursday.
“These investments will help protect renters from eviction, save affordable housing that might be lost to the private market, build more supportive housing and ensure our parks, rinks and youth spaces are fully operational and welcoming,” said Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie.
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