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Statement from Acting Mayor DiPaola in Support of Subway Extension to Richmond Hill
Posted on Thursday, March 18, 2021 09:45 AM
Today, the Province of Ontario announced exciting news for our city – confirming plans that the Yonge North Subway Extension will bring two subway stations right into Richmond Hill.
This marks a significant milestone for this major infrastructure project and a pivotal moment for our community. The subway extension is a foundation piece in our bold vision for Richmond Hill Centre. It will help connect our residents and businesses easily to opportunities across the GTHA and bring new investment into...
Richmond Hill wants your input on Zoning By-laws
Posted on Thursday, March 18, 2021 08:45 AM
Reviewing rules about home-based businesses, sheds and accessory structures, and more
RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill is launching a series of surveys this spring to seek community feedback as part of a comprehensive review of all Zoning By-laws.
Zoning By-laws affect everyone and all properties in the City. They regulate land use, including where buildings (e.g. houses and offices) and other structures (e.g. sheds and garages) can be located, what size they can be and how they may be...
Recreation Opportunities Coming Soon in Richmond Hill
Posted on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 02:15 PM
Drop-in Programs, Recreational Swimming and In-person Fitness Classes Begin in April
RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill is implementing a gradual and phased reopening plan offering residents more to do while helping protect the community and staff from the risk of COVID-19.
Now open
- Tennis courts at Brickworks Park, Russell Farm Park, French Royalist Park, Town Park, Bayview Hill Park and Tannery Park are open when conditions are favourable. Visit RichmondHill.ca/Tennis for details.
- The...
Message from Acting Mayor Joe DiPaola
Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2021 10:15 AM
At the February 24 Council meeting Council members were saddened to hear Mayor Dave Barrow would be taking medical leave. We will miss his leadership and extend our sincere wishes for his speedy recovery. At that meeting I was honoured to be appointed Acting Mayor until Mayor Barrow returns to office. I am deeply committed to carrying on the business of the City as Acting Mayor and ensuring business continuity.
In the near term COVID-19 has been, and will continue to be, my major focus. The...
Richmond Hill Named a Tree City of the World
Posted on Friday, March 05, 2021 08:15 AM
One of Only 15 Cities in Canada to Receive Global Designation
RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill has achieved international recognition for its leadership in maintaining and growing its urban forest. The Arbor Day Foundation and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) named Richmond Hill a Tree City of the World, making it one of only 15 cities in Canada and 120 cities worldwide to receive this honour.
To be designated as a Tree City, a community must meet five...