Your City Update: News featuring our Service Excellence Journey Update and ...

June 11, 2018

City Update eNewsletter

Our Service Excellence Journey Update (2014-2018)

In 2015, the City of Vaughan enhanced its approach to Service Excellence with the introduction of the Service Excellence Strategy Map. The map was developed to deliver on what we heard from citizens. Read about the progress Vaughan Council has made on their strategic goals throughout this term of Council at vaughan.ca/ServiceExcellence.

2018 Citizen Survey

Beginning June 18, the City will be conducting telephone surveys to collect input from citizens on quality of life, City services, use of tax dollars, availability of online-based services and more. Calls will be placed between 5 p.m. and 9:15 p.m., and will take approximately 12 to 15 minutes.

There is still time to nominate someone for the Order of Vaughan

This is the final call to nominate someone for the Order of Vaughan - applications are being accepted until June 15. To be eligible for consideration, a candidate must be a resident or former long-term resident of the city.

Deryn Rizzi named new Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service Chief

Following an extensive recruitment process, Deryn Rizzi has been named Chief of Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS). Chief Rizzi succeeds former Fire Chief Larry Bentley, who retired from VFRS in May 2018, following 38 years of distinguished public service. Chief Rizzi is the first woman to serve as Chief of VFRS.

The family of Sonia Meucci Liscio presented with the Ward 3 Civic Hero Award

The late Sonia Meucci Liscio, was celebrated posthumously with the Ward 3 Civic Hero Award. Ms. Liscio believed in the importance of civic engagement and grassroots activism, and was one of the original founding members of the Weston Downs Ratepayers' Association (WDRA).

Mayor Bevilacqua congratulates Ontario's new Premier

Congratulations were sent by the Mayor on behalf of Council to the Premier-designate Doug Ford and the three MPP's representing Vaughan , Stephen Lecce (King-Vaughan); Gila Martow (Thornhill); and Michael Tibollo (Vaughan-Woodbridge). "The City will continue working on behalf of our citizens to ensure the continuation of provincial investments that are critical to our shared success."

Curb Appeal nominations now open

Do you know someone who has great "curb appeal"? Nominate a homeowner or business who demonstrates exceptional pride and effort in the maintenance of their property. Nominations are open until June 22.

What's old is new again

Someone's unwanted items could be someone else's treasure. The City of Vaughan is hosting Curbside Giveaway events on June 23-24. Place gently used items on your property next to the sidewalk or curb for others to take. Unclaimed items must be removed by 5 p.m. on June 24.

June is ...Recreation, Parks and Seniors' Month

In celebration of Recreation, Parks and Seniors' month, Vaughan is offering more than 50 FREE activities for all ages at our community centres throughout June. Enjoy pickleball, tai chi, basketball, yoga, bocce and more.

Environmental Days are back

Join us for our final two Environmental Days taking place at Vellore Village Community Centre on June 16 and at North Thornhill Community Centre on June 24, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Get FREE mulch, exchange your damaged City-issued blue box or recycle your electronics.

Summer Leaf and Yard Waste Collection

Leaf and yard waste collection will be every other week, picked up on your regular garbage collection day, beginning June 19 until Oct. 19.

June 12
Piazza Tagliavini naming ceremony

You're invited to the naming ceremony for Piazza Tagliavini on June 12 at 7 p.m. Complimentary refreshments provided.

June 15

Coffee with a Firefighter

Join Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service at McDonald's (at 2810 Major Mackenzie Dr.) on June 15 from 10 a.m. to noon to talk with you. Have a coffee and ask them about anything from fire prevention to the fire profession.