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August 27, 2018

City Update eNewsletter

Back to school is just around the corner. School zone by-laws have been established for the safety of the children and pedestrians. Help keep everyone safe in school zones by following these tips:

Ensure your children exit by the passenger side of your vehicle
Slow down and be ready to stop at all times
Obey crossing guard signals and yield to pedestrians
Do not pass other vehicles in a school zone

Labour Day Municipal Closures

As summer winds down and kids (and parents!) prepare for back-to-school, there's still time to pack in a few more summer memories before hitting the books and starting to pack lunches. City of Vaughan municipal offices and community centres will be closed on Monday, September 3 for the holiday, but don't worry - the city still has plenty to offer.

Join the Team!

With the Municipal Elections taking place on October 22, 2018, individuals are being recruited to work in key positions on Voting Day. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable professional development experience while contributing to one of the most fundamental aspects of democracy.

We're Hiring

Make a difference in the lives of children while contributing to your community. The City of Vaughan is looking for crossing guards for the 2018-2019 school year.

We Want to Hear from You!

Help build a new vaughan.ca. The website is the City of Vaughan's largest communication channel and your one-stop-shop for accessing City information and services online. Your feedback will help inform the strategy to address future online needs of our community and website users. Public workshops take place on September 12 and 13. Registration is required.

Summer Weekend Runway Alternation Program

Toronto Pearson is Canada's busiest airport and is working towards reducing noise impacts to residents. Until September 16 on Saturdays & Sundays the runway alternation program will occur. This has the potential to provide predictable relief on final approach and initial departure flight paths from aircraft noise by rotating runway usage during periods when fewer aircraft are arriving and departing

Great Walks of Vaughan

Enjoy the outdoors and discover and explore local neighbourhoods, nature walks and trail sites while getting active.

Walking, riding or rolling is a great way to explore our city and improve your health, fitness and happiness levels.

Black Creek Renewal Project

We have completed the Environmental Assessment Study for the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) Black Creek Renewal to create a signature location within the VMC that will attract investment, support urban growth and become a natural heritage feature. Review the study and give us your thoughts by September 7th.

City of Vaughan Road Improvements

Pavement rehabilitation continues until November.

Culvert replacement continues on sections of Kirby Road.

Road closure continues on Pine Valley Drive.

All the latest news and information about roads and construction throughout our city can be found on our Disruptions and Closures page.

Major Mackenzie Drive Watermain Update

Work continues along Major Mackenzie Drive, between Jane and Keele Streets replacing an aging watermain. This project will supply water to the future Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital and ensure the continued supply of safe and reliable drinking water to the people of Vaughan.

York Region Road Improvements

York Region is making improvements to various roads in the City of Vaughan.

Rutherford Road , from Islington Avenue to Pine Valley Drive. Completion is anticipated at the end of August.

Keele Street, from Major Mackenzie Drive to Teston Road. Completion is anticipated in October.

Double - Up Days!

Take advantage of the upcoming Double-Up Days! Residents can dispose up to six items of garbage on your designated collection day without paid garbage tags during the weeks of September 4th and 11th.

Every Saturday until October 13

Woodbridge Village Farmers' Market

The farmers' market at the Woodbridge Memorial Arena occurs every Saturday until October 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Drop by for Environment Day on September 2nd!

Vaughan Animal Services Microchip and Rabies Clinic

September 12

Vaughan Animal Services is hosting a Microchip and Rabies clinic on September 12 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Call 905-832-2281 to book your appointment today.

Kleinburg Binder Twine Festival

September 15

The Binder Twine Festival began in the late 1800's when farmers came to the community to buy twine to bind their sheaves of wheat together. This exciting festival features juried craft exhibitors, great food and entertainment for all!

Village of Kleinburg

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Grand Opening -

Vellore Village Library

September 22

You're invited to the grand opening of the Vellore Village Library on September 22 at 9:30 a.m. Complimentary refreshments provided

1 Villa Royale Avenue

Official Opening -

Pierre Berton Heritage Centre

September 22

You're invited to the official opening of the Pierre Berton Heritage Centre on September 22 at 11 a.m. RSVP required. Light refreshments will be provided.

10418 Islington Avenue

Official Opening -

North Maple Regional Park- Phase 1

September 22

You're invited to the official opening of the North Maple Regional Park - Phase 1 on September 22 at 1 p.m. RSVP required. Light refreshments will be provided.

11085 Keele Street