The Vale of Avoca, dubbed the 'missing link' in Toronto's recreational trail system, is slated for rehabilitation. Initial funding of $1.5 million was approved by council, though total costs are projected to exceed $35 million. Local councillors Josh Matlow and Dianne Saxe are advocating for the trail's restoration due to longstanding issues like erosion and invasive species. The Midtown Ravines Group plans to raise the necessary funds privately to ensure the trail is restored to a safe and beautiful condition.
"The Vale of Avoca is one of the most beautiful ravines we have in the city, which is full of ravines," said Matlow. "But for far too many years we've seen erosion, invasive species and structural damage that needs to be addressed."
While council only approved a preliminary $1.5-million outlay to get the work started, the final bill is expected to top $35 million, according to John Bossons, co-chair of the Midtown Ravines Group.
Given the city's very difficult financial situation, there is no reasonable prospect of this ravine being restored without an innovative approach to financing.
[The Midtown Ravines Group] have volunteered to fundraise the $35-40 million that they estimate would be required to restore the Vale to a safe, stable and beautiful condition.
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