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Notice of Council Public Meeting - OPA-26-0001 and ZBLA-26-0002
Posted on Thursday, August 20, 2026 02:32 PM
Council Public Meeting
Tuesday, September 15th, 2026
Concerning a Proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment
A Public Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15th, 2026, at 6:00 PM to notify the public and receive comments on the following applications that have been received by the City. The meeting will be held both in person in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Offices, 225 East Beaver Creek Road and using electronic video conference technology. Details on how you can...
Richmond Hill’s Mayor West Condemns Lake Wilcox Art Theft
Posted on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 10:49 AM
Last week, several pieces of public art were stolen from Richmond Hill’s Lake Wilcox Park while the park was closed overnight.
I am both heartbroken and appalled. Public art is an important part of our thriving community, celebrating our unique spaces and diverse culture. The stolen statues have been standing in the park for years and were adored by the community.
The theft has been reported to York Regional Police, and I still hope that the art will be returned to where it belongs—the people of...
Notice of Temporary Basketball Court Closure: David Hamilton Park
Posted on Monday, August 17, 2026 07:38 PM
Please be advised that the basketball court at David Hamilton Park will be closed for approximately one week beginning Wednesday, August 19 to allow for court improvements. As a measure of safety, the area will be fenced off during construction.
Inquiries can be directed to Access Richmond Hill at access@richmondhill.ca or 905-771-8800.
Notice of Temporary Playground Closure: Headwater Park
Posted on Monday, August 10, 2026 04:29 PM
Please be advised that the playground at Headwaters Park will be closed for approximately one week beginning Monday, August 10 to allow for pathway improvements. As a measure of safety, the area will be fenced off during construction.
Inquiries can be directed to Access Richmond Hill at access@richmondhill.ca or 905-771-8800.
Notice of Temporary Road Closure: Elizabeth Street
Posted on Tuesday, August 04, 2026 04:34 PM
Please be advised the Elizabeth Street, between Arnold Crescent and Richmond Street, will be closed from:
Wednesday, August 5 to Friday, August 16, 2026.
This closure is necessary to facilitate the installation of new watermain infrastructure, by Direct Underground Inc. This work is essential to improving the long-term reliability of municipal services while maintaining the safety of workers and the public throughout construction.
During the road closure, access for emergency vehicles and local...
