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Report to
Executive Committee
Report Number: BYL 01-18
Date: September 11, 2018
From: Paul Bigioni
Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
Subject: 10th Annual Toys for Tickets and Food for Fines 2018
- File: L-2220-001-18
Recommendation:
1. That parking tickets issued between December 1 through 21, 2018 be eligible for the Toys
for Tickets/Food for Fines program;
2. That the Toys for Tickets/Food for Fines program be implemented from December 1
through December 21, 2018; and
3. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary,actions
as indicated in this report.
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 an Accessible 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
program in 2017 was $1,151.00. A similar amount of lost revenue is anticipated for 2018.
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 $1,500.00 in donations, as compared to
the $1,151.00 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 01-18
September 11, 2018
Subject: 10th Annual Toys for Tickets and Food for Fines 2018 Page 2
Prepared By:
Kimberly Thompson
ApprEndorsed By:
Paul Bigi
Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement Services Director,
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Recommended for the consideration
of Pickering Ci4ouncil
Tony Prevedel, P.Eng.. .
Chief Administrative Officer
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Services & City Solicitor