As you may have read in an earlier post, Duke’s Cycle in Toronto burned to the ground back in February. Now the city is asking Gary Duke to pay over $48,000 to cover demolition costs. According to The Globe and Mail, “The charge was to pay the contractor who was hired to tear down the damaged buildings on Queen Street near Bathurst Street. Altogether, the city wants $76,952.96 from the five property owners, and Mr. Duke is being asked to pay the lion’s share - $46,046.61 plus GST, for a total of $48,348.94.”

Gary Duke is quoted as saying, “I’m in disbelief. It’s a kick in the head when you’re down.”

Visit The Globe and Mail website for the complete story.

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