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Green Light for David Dunlap Observatory Park Master Plan
Posted on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 01:45 PM
Contact: Patrick Lee, Director, Policy Planning, patrick.lee@richmondhill.ca, 905-771-2420 Plan Focuses on Astronomy Education, Environmental Preservation and Cultural Heritage RICHMOND HILL – Council approved the David Dunlap Observatory (DDO) Park Master Plan which determines an overall vision and strategic approach to preserving and enhancing the 40-hectare site. This will result in one of Richmond Hill’s destination parks with modern amenities for the public to enjoy.
Through the public...
Lighting the Way to Savings
Posted on Monday, September 19, 2016 04:00 PM
Contact: Terry Ricketts, Director, Environment Services, terry.ricketts@richmondhill.ca, 905-771-9996, ext. 6504
Richmond Hill awards contract for LED conversion project that will save the community $1.5 million a year
RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill has awarded Ameresco, Inc. the contract to design, supply and install LED lights and a Smart Lighting Control System on its outdoor lighting network. The contract was awarded as a result of a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process.
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Richmond Hill to Build in Centre of Town
Posted on Friday, September 09, 2016 01:45 PM
Contact:
Dave Barrow, Mayor, 905-771-2493, dave.barrow@richmondhill.ca
Neil Garbe, Chief Administrative Officer, 905-747-6366 neil.garbe@richmondhill.ca
Long-awaited Civic Facility Coming to Downtown
RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill Council made a momentous decision Wednesday and voted to build a new civic centre and community amenities in the centre of Town. This much-anticipated decision means the Town-owned land at the southwest corner of Yonge Street and Major Mackenzie Drive, known as the Civic...
Big win for Richmond Hill
Posted on Wednesday, September 07, 2016 02:00 PM
Contact: Dave Barrow, Mayor, 905-771-2493, dave.barrow@richmondhill.ca
Richmond Hill wins unprecedented fight against the OMB and gains parkland for all
RICHMOND HILL - In a landmark ruling yesterday, the Ontario Divisional Court, Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruled that Richmond Hill has the right to determine the rate of parkland dedication it receives from developers within the limits set by the Planning Act. The Court noted that the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) exceeded its mandate and was...
Recognizing those who make a Difference in Richmond Hill's Sporting Community and Fomer Olympics
Posted on Monday, August 08, 2016 02:00 PM
Contact: Karin Ash, Manager, Cultural Services, 905-508-7012, ext. 225, karin.ash@richmondhill.ca RICHMOND HILL – The Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame recognizes and honours the inspirational athletes and sports builders within our community. This year, the Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame Committee selected the following inductees: Olympic coach travelling to Rio 2016, David Ross (trampoline); former Olympian, Emanuel Sandhu (figure skating); former Olympic coaches, Joanne McLeod and Marijane...