City Update eNewsletter

 
Applications are being accepted for Council appointment
 
The City of Vaughan is looking for a qualified person to fill the vacant seat of Local and Regional Councillor. Applications are being accepted until June 22 and Council will appoint someone at a Special Council Meeting on June 28 at 9:30 a.m.

Mayor's Gala raises more than $700,000
Vaughan is filled with citizens who understand the value of giving back to make the community a better place.   The spirit of generosity was demonstrated at the annual Mayor's Gala on June 8, presented by the award-winning Two Sisters Vineyards, raising more than $700,000. 
[VIDEO]: Learn how Vaughan is celebrating Canada Day this year
The City takes pride in bringing the community together, creating memorable citizen experiences and providing fun activities for everyone to enjoy. The latest video in our Service Excellence Series talks about Canada Day. 

You're invited
July 1 marks Canada's 150th anniversary and the City of Vaughan is celebrating in style. This year's event will be held at Boyd Conservation Area, and will be larger and more lively than ever before - headline performer and Juno Award nominee for Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Pop Album of the Year Coleman Hell will make sure of that.

We're on the lookout for Vaughan's best kept lawns and gardens
Do you know a homeowner or business that shows exceptional effort in maintaining their property? Nominate them for a Curb Appeal award. It's so easy - just send us the address via email at parks@vaughan.ca or call 905-832-2281. Deadline is June 23.
Curbside giveaway is back
Spring cleaners and treasure hunters unite! What's old is new again during curbside giveaway. From June 24-25 place used items in good condition on your property next to the sidewalk or curb for others to take.

 
Leaf and yard waste collection continues
Leaf and yard waste will be collected every other week from June 6 to Oct. 6. Don't forget to use kraft paper bags designed for leaf and yard waste material or open-top rigid containers with handles, without lids  and marked LEAF AND YARD WASTE.
Willis Road Bridge restoration
Construction work has begun to restore the Willis Road Bridge located on Willis Road between Riverside Drive and Islington Avenue. While there may be delays, the expected completion date is end of November 2017.


Our water system: vast and complex
It takes hundreds of kilometres of pipes, thousands of watts of electricity and hundreds of hours of manpower to get water to you. Learn where our water comes from and why it costs what it does.


June 21
Concerts in the Park: Tribute to Lady Gaga
Calling all Little Monsters! Bad Romance - A tribute to Lady Gaga - is happening at 7:30 p.m. at North Thornhill Community Centre, 300 Pleasant Ridge Ave. 



June 24
Environmental Day
The last Environmental Day takes place at Al Palladini Community Centre from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Exchange your damaged City-issued blue boxes, get FREE mulch and more.



Every Saturday until
Oct. 7
Woodbridge Village Farmers' Market 
The market is located at the Woodbridge Memorial Arena and is open from 9 a.m. to
1 p.m. every Saturday until Oct. 7. Drop by for Italian Day and a Spring Craft Show on June 24.


Events calendar
Visit our  online events calendar f or a full list of upcoming events.
Upcoming Council and committee meetings at Vaughan City Hall



June 20 - Committee of the Whole Meeting, 1 p.m. 

June 20 - Committee of the Whole Meeting (Public Hearing), 7 p.m. 

June 27
 - Special Committee of the Whole Meeting, 9:30 a.m. 

June 27
 - Council Meeting, 1 p.m. 

June 28 - Special Council Meeting, 9:30 a.m. 
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