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Report Number: BYL-01-16
Date: November 14, 2016
From: Paul Bigioni
Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
Subject: 8th Annual Toys for Tickets and Food for Fines 2016
- File: L-2220-001-16
Recommendation:
1. That parking tickets issued between December 1 through 16, 2016 be eligible for the Toys
for Tickets/Food for Fines program; and
2. That the Toys for Tickets/Food for Fines program be implemented from December 1
through December 16, 2016.
Executive Summary: The Toys for Tickets/Food for Fines program accepts toys or
groceries in lieu of payment for parking tickets. Toy or food donations must be dropped off to
City Hall, and a receipt must be presented to confirm that the value of the donation equals or
exceeds the fine. Tickets for parking in a Disabled Parking Space are not eligible for the
program. This program promotes community engagement and supports families in need.
Financial Implications: The lost revenue associated with the Toys for Tickets/Food for Fines in
2015 was $1,450.00. A similar amount of lost revenue is anticipated for 2016.
Discussion: The first Toys for Tickets/Food for Fines program was offered by the City
of Pickering in 2009. Since that time, it has been a tremendous success, supporting families in
need and promoting the spirit of the holiday season. The program has received extensive media
coverage at both the national and local level, as well as through social media.
Participation from the community is always generous and enthusiastic. Last year's Toys For
Tickets/Food for Fines program brought in approximately $2,500.00 in donations, as compared to
the $1,450.00 in lost fine revenue. This year's program will continue to benefit families in need by
sharing donations with the Durham Regional Police Service Food and Toy Drive, and the
Pickering Fire Services Food and Toy Drive.
BYL-01-16 November 14, 2016
Subject: 8th Annual Toys for Tickets and Food for Fines 2016 Page 2
Prepared By: Ap•ro :ed/Endorsed By:
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Kimberly Thompson Paul i'•'` i
Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement Services Director, < o •orate Services & City Solicitor
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Tony Prevedel, P.Eng.
Chief Administrative Officer
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