CouncilWatch - Planes, trains and... clean air?
December 13, 2013
In this issue, TEA talks about planes, trains and how we can clean Toronto's air with smart investments in the 2014 budget.
TEA asks City to invest in getting ready for 40 in 40 Council Watch readers will remember that last January TEA rang the alarm bell about how climate change will affect Toronto by 2040. As a result, staff were asked to report back by the end of the year with a plan to get the city ready. Last Friday, Parks & Environment Committee discussed the Resilient City staff report and TEA’s Franz Hartmann was there. Franz told Councillors the report clearly shows that Environment & Energy Office does not have the resources they need to get Torontonians and the city’s infrastructure ready for climate change. In fact, staff asked for more time to develop an action plan. Franz urged Councillors to find the resources staff need and “invest in Torontonians because we are worth it and because it will save us money in the long run.” After Franz’s presentation, the Committeedirected staff to report back sooner with a plan.
TEA receives CapaCITY Creators Appreciation Award 2014 City Budget update |
Ecobunk 2013 TEA spends a lot of time asking for things. Whether it’s a letter to a Councillor, a petition, or a donation. However, we do our very best to honour those who have helped make this work possible. In addition to all our wonderful donors, we would especially like to thank our sponsors who made TEA’s annual EcoBunk possible. This year’s event was a milestone because TEA was celebrating its 25th anniversary! Thank you:
Last week, TEA brought Jim Puckett from the Basel Action Network to Toronto to talk about how Canada exports harm by sending electronic waste to other countries for 'recycling’.
The offshore shipment of toxic e-waste is a major environmental, health and social justice issue. TEA is excited to be working with BAN, other NGOs, and recyclers to promote safe and responsible e-waste management solutions across Canada. Stay tuned for more info in the new year! 2014 Toronto Budget Important Dates Dec 10-13 Budget Committee reviews City programs Dec 16-17 Final vote on Water & Waste budgets at Council Jan 22 Exec. Committee reviews Operating & Capital Jan 29-30 Final vote on Operating & Capital budgets at Council Learn more Get Involved! |