Statement from Mayor David West

Richmond Hill – I want to thank the people of Richmond Hill for the confidence you have placed in me as your new Mayor.

You have said loud and clear you are looking for thoughtful leadership that works together for the benefit of our combined public interest. I will be a Mayor who works together with Council to serve the interests of our community.

I know that by working together we can be a community that looks after the environment, encourages business and prosperity, and cares compassionately...

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Mayor and Council Appoint Interim City Manager

RICHMOND HILL, ON - Richmond Hill Mayor and Council announced that Mary-Anne Dempster has advised that her last day as City Manager for Richmond Hill was January 28, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. The City was notified that Ms. Dempster has accepted the position of Clarington’s new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) effective on Monday, January 31.

We thank her for her service and wish her well in her future endeavours.

Darlene Joslin, the City’s Commissioner of Community Services has been appointed as...

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Richmond Hill to Begin Gradual Reopening as Provincial COVID-19 Restrictions Ease

RICHMOND HILL – The province has announced a gradual easing of public health measures, starting on January 31, 2022. As a result, residents should be aware of the following: 

What’s Currently Open

• All Richmond Hill Public Library branches for in-person services, curbside pickup and virtual programs. Visit rhpl.ca/reopening for full details and hours
• Richmond Green Skate Trail, as well as outdoor skating rinks at Mill Pond and Lake Wilcox
• Parks, off-leash dog areas and trails, including our Winter...

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Richmond Hill Announces Official By-election Results

RICHMOND HILL – The official results of Richmond Hill’s By-election for Mayor have been certified by the City Clerk.

Mayor-Elect David West will be sworn in to office this afternoon, Tuesday, January 25, and will serve the rest of the present term of Council, ending on November 14, 2022. The swearing-in ceremony will be made available on Richmond Hill’s YouTube channel.

In the By-election, 38,909 votes were cast, representing a 32% voter turnout.  Approximately 93% of votes were cast online.  

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Richmond Hill Answers: Top 5 Resident Inquiries - Winter 2022 Edition

RICHMOND HILL – Access Richmond Hill is here to help you! The City’s customer service centre fields close to 100,000 inquiries each year. Here are five of the top winter-season questions asked by our residents: 

Where can I get a COVID-19 vaccine? 

Visit york.ca/COVID19Vaccine for information about the vaccine and where you can get vaccinated. York Region currently has several vaccination clinics operating, including one at Richmond Green Sports Centre in Richmond Hill.

In addition to local York...

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