Some Torontonians are refusing to comply with a city order to stay out of dog parks and sports fields, infuriating Mayor John Tory and risking a $750 penalty. Tory told the Star on Sunday he is baffled by people removing signs and tape blocking park amenities. “To see people not just using (park equipment) but tearing the signs off and tearing the signs down — I mean, c’mon people,” Tory said. “The City has received more than 200 complaints to date from residents” about people flouting the closure order to use sports fields, picnic areas and dog parks, he said, adding that staff have now locked dog parks across the city. Gates are also closed at parking lots attached to city parks, and are being installed at lots for high-use parks that don’t currently have them.

Source: thestar March 29, 2020 16:37 UTC