March Newsletter

March 2023 Edition

A Message from the Mayor

February was filled with many wonderful celebrations! Last month we welcomed back our award-winning Vaughan Celebrates Winterfest and our annual Black History Month Event at City Hall. I was also honoured to present my first Key to the City of Vaughan to Dina Pugliese for her inspirational work in the Canadian television industry.

Last month during a Special Council meeting, the City of Vaughan approved its 2023 Budget and 2024-2026 Fiscal Plan. We are focused on keeping property taxes low and respecting taxpayers' hard-earned money, all while investing in the critical services citizens rely on daily. Your opinions are appreciated and, as always, made the budget a stronger, more effective document that will benefit everyone.

I understand that the concern about the rise in auto-theft in Vaughan and across York Region is still top of mind. I have written a letter to the Ontario Finance Minister Bethlenfalvy to advocate for you on this important issue.

As we head into spring, we have much to look forward to. Next week on March 8, we are pleased to be hosting our International Women’s Day event in person at City Hall. All are welcomed and we look forward to celebrating with you!

Steven Del Duca

Mayor

IN THE NEWS

On February 24, I presented Vaughan's Key to the City to Dina Pugliese in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the Canadian television industry as co-host of the award-winning morning show Breakfast Television. To read my full statement, please click here.

I have written to the Ontario Finance Minister Bethlenfalvy to ask that the Provincial Government include a Home & Vehicle Security Tax Credit that individuals could claim for partial refund of the purchase of upgrades and devices relevant to home and vehicle safety. You can read the full letter here.

UPCOMING EVENTS IN MARCH

International Women’s Day has grown into a global day of recognition, acknowledgement and celebration of women that reflects upon their achievements and struggles. To commemorate this important occasion and honour the enduring contributions of women past, present and future, the City of Vaughan will host its annual International Women’s Day event in-person on Wednesday, March 8 – and you’re all invited!

Public safety is a leading priority for the City of Vaughan, and many steps are being taken to preserve and enhance our quality of life. From City-led community meetings to collaborating with other levels of government and key stakeholders, work is underway to advance this important matter.

I'm hosting a Mayor's townhall in each ward throughout the year and would like to hear from you! The next town hall will be on Monday, March 20 in Ward 4.

RECAP FROM FEBRUARY

The City of Vaughan hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Sports Village to officially open a new outdoor skating trail, which is 0.3 kilometres long and open daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting.

The City of Vaughan hosted its signature #BlackHistoryMonth event at City Hall. Thank you to everyone who joined us to reflect on the experiences, contributions and achievements of Black Canadians and the many diverse Black communities.

The City of Vaughan hosted the 33rd annual award-winning Vaughan Celebrates Winterfest, presented by TD and event sponsor Tim Hortons. It was the first time this event has been in-person since 2020. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate!

The City of Vaughan hosted a special screening of Steadfast: The Messenger and the Message, an autobiography on the life of the Honourable Jean Augustine at the City Playhouse Theatre. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate her significant achievements.

Thank you so much to the residents who joined us for our first townhall in Ward 5.

The next townhall is schedule for March 20 in Ward 4.

City of Vaughan

2141 Major Mackenzie Dr. Vaughan, ON L6A 1T1

Main Office Contact

905-832-2281, ext. 8888

mayor@vaughan.ca

Assistant to the Mayor

Anna Venturo

905-832-2281, ext. 8834

anna.venturo@vaughan.ca