Richmond Hill Municipal Buildings Receives Energy-Efficient Upgrades Thanks To Federal Gas Tax Funding
September 8, 2009

The Town of Richmond Hill is getting ready to do more with less – less energy that is. Thanks to a more than $1.1-million investment from the Government of Canada’s Gas Tax Fund, the Town will improve its energy efficiency and become more reliant on renewable energy in the next few months.

Richmond Hill Municipal Buildings Receives Energy-Efficient Upgrades Thanks To Federal Gas Tax Funding
September 8, 2009

The Town of Richmond Hill is getting ready to do more with less – less energy that is. Thanks to a more than $1.1-million investment from the Government of Canada’s Gas Tax Fund, the Town will improve its energy efficiency and become more reliant on renewable energy in the next few months.

Crosby Park PRO Award
July 13, 2009

The Town’s commitment to inclusivity and accessible recreation was recently recognized by Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO) with the 2009 Award of Excellence for Crosby Park, the Town’s first fully accessible park.

Big Bike for Heart & Stroke
May 19, 2009

On Tuesday, May 19, Mayor Dave Barrow, Team Captain Vito Spatafora, Members of Council and Town of Richmond Hill staff participated in the annual Big Bike for Heart & Stroke to support the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario. The team began their exciting ride on the custom built 30-seat Big Bike at Hillcrest and pedalled along 16th Avenue. The funds raised by riders ($1,115) will be put towards heart and stroke research, educational programming and resources for the York Region South Branch.

Helpmates New Office Opening
May, 2009

Mayor Barrow opening new office of Helpmate with Lucia Thomas.

Centennial Pool Staff Commended for Lifesaving Heroics
April 27, 2009

Mayor Barrow, along with Members of Council and Manager of Aquatics & Fitness, Melanie Baker recognized and presented a Certificate of Appreciation to three staff from Centennial Pool and Fitness Studio for their heroic efforts in saving the life of a patron who recently suffered a heart attack. The patron and a friend were in the men’s change room when he began experiencing chest pains and collapsed. His friend quickly notified staff of the situation and they called 9-1-1. After finding the patron with no vital signs, Town Lifeguards Jessica Laite and Edwin Chan performed cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and used the pool's automated external defibrillator (AED) to keep him alive until paramedics arrived. To show their appreciation for their lifesaving efforts, the patron and his wife recently visited the pool to thank each of the lifeguards personally. Pool Supervisor, Rene Ferrandina, who was also on-hand to assist that day, credits the Town’s extensive training schedule for their ability to calmly handle the tense situation.

On Tuesday, December 9, Mayor Dave Barrow, Members of Council, staff from the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, along with Arts Richmond Hill committee members, announced the details of the Super Grand Gala “For the Love of the Arts” and, most importantly, unveiled a 2009 Lexus IS 250 RWD, generously donated by car dealership Lexus of Richmond Hill for the Gala raffle. The Super Grand Gala takes place on April 17, 2009. Read More

On December 3, 2008 more than 100 Richmond Hill athletes were honoured at the Town of Richmond Hill's 30th Annual Sports Champion Awards Reception. At the event, 104 young athletes from a wide range of sports including baton twirling, snowboarding, ice hockey, martial arts, indoor rowing, canoe/kayak, chess, ringette, trampoline, lifesaving, gymnastics and baseball received an honourary plaque in recognition of their achievements.

On Sunday, November 16, the Town held its annual Santa Claus Parade. It was a great day and many residents of Richmond Hill lined Yonge Street braving the cold and snow to see Santa Claus. Shown above are Mayor Dave Barrow, his son Greg and grandson Jack.

On Sunday, October 5, the Town held its annual Tastes of the Hill Multicultural Food Festival where food lovers had the opportunity to enjoy a sensational variety of foods from more than 40 of Richmond Hill's finest dining establishments. Net proceeds will be donated to Autism Ontario – York Region Chapter to help provide camping programs to children and youth living with autism and the York Central Hospital Foundation to help purchase a ventilator for the new Intensive Care Unit. Shown above are Mayor Dave Barrow and Tastes of the Hill Chair Vito Spatafora. More Photos

Character Community Day
October 28, 2008

Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce
Annual Mayor's Luncheon
September 26, 2008

Mayor Dave Barrow gives report of Richmond Hill economy to local businessmen and woman at this years Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce Mayor's Luncheon. Read More.

Front row from left to right: Proceeds recipient Simone Hubers, Nastaran Aliee and Crystal Tancredi, Secretary of Autism Ontario - York Region.
Middle row from left to right: Proceeds recipient Bill Leacy, President York Central Hospital Foundation, Naim Malik, Karen Delaney, Director of Development, YCH Foundation, Mayor Dave Barrow, Ward 3 Councillor David Cohen, and Tastes of the Hill Chair Vito Spatafora.
Back row from left to right: Jeff of Apotex, Ward 1 Councillor Greg Beros, Lynton Friedberg, Commissioner of Parks, Recreation & Culture, Manny Sousa, Enbridge Gas Distribution, Shannon Walter, Special Events Assistant, Jackie Lee, President of Richmond Hill Chinese-Seniors' Association and Risa Healey, Outreach/Community Liaison Coordinator. More Photos

McConaghy Seniors' Centre Golf Tournament
September 10, 2008

On September 10, the McConaghy Seniors’ Centre hosted its annual golf tournament at the Bathurst Glen Golf Course. More than 50 seniors enjoyed a beautiful day on the links, as well as some friendly competition. Mayor Dave Barrow watches some participants drives off the first tee.

From left, Mayor Dave Barrow, Councillor Nick Papa, Regional and Local Councillor Vito Spatafora and Theatre Manager Michael Grit pose with a small replica of the grand piano donated by Arts Richmond Hill to the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts.

Crosby Park Grand Reopening
September 6, 2008 (08/08/08)

Mayor David Barrow with grandson Jack at the newly redesigned Crosby Park (located at the corner of Newkirk Road and Crosby Avenue) for Grand Reopening & Family Fun Day on September 6, 2008. From a distance, Crosby Park looks like any ordinary park with its customary playground, swings and slides. But upon closer view it’s really a park like no other. It’s a place where a kid can just be a kid, regardless of ability. It’s a place to exercise your senses and discover your musical talents; a place where seniors feel as welcome as children and families.

Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremonies in Richmond Hill
August 8, 2008 (08/08/08)

Town of Richmond Hill celebrates the Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremonies shown at SilverCity Movie Theatre.

The annual Mayor's Blood Donor Clinic took place on July 29, 2008 at the Municipal Offices.
According to Canadian Blood Services, almost every minute of the day, someone in Canada needs blood. A recent poll revealed that 52 per cent of Canadians say that they, or a family member, have needed blood or blood products for surgery or medical treatment. It doesn’t take much, as only one blood donation – in just one hour – can save up to three lives.

BMW zooms into Richmond Hill
July 21, 2008

From left to right, Councillor Nick Papa, Councillor Godwin Chan, Mayor David Barrow, Councillor David Cohen, Councillor Lynn Foster, Councillor Greg Beros, Councillor Vito Spatafora; at ground breaking ceremony for the new Headquarters of BMW Group Canada. Read Full Article

Mayor Barrow as an MC at a wing eating contest at the Oak Ridges Fair

Canada Day
July 1, 2008

Mayor David Barrow signaling to start the Turtle Races on Canada Day at Richmond Green. See more photos

National Public Works Week Charity Barbecue Cheque Presentation
June 2, 2008

From left to right, Commissioner of EPW, Italo Brutto; Aundrea DiGuiseppe, Hill House Hospice; Myles O'Brien; Christina Nagy-Oh (front); Isabel McCarthy (back); Chad Edgerton; Sue Altschul; Mayor Dave Barrow; William Withers; Trudy Borsos; Ann Marie Dean, Executive Director, Hill House Hospice; Paolo Masaro; and Rosanne Fritzsche.

Earth Day Tree Planting at Sunset Beach Park
April 22, 2008

From left to right, Councillor Greg Beros, Councillor David Cohen, Mayor Dave Barrow and Regional & Local Councillor Vito Spatafora plant the first tree while students look on.

Park named after Rotary club
April 22, 2008

Mayor Dave Barrow and Members of Council were joined on April 22, by members of the Richmond Hill Rotary Club, as well as President of Rotary International, Wilf Wilkinson and area residents to celebrate the renaming and dedication Headford Park to The Richmond Hill Rotary Club Park. The park is being renamed in recognition of the significant contribution that the Rotary Club of Richmond Hill has made to the community over the past years.

Town Unveils New Solar Water Heating System
April 2, 2008

On April 2, 2008 Mayor Dave Barrow, Members of Council and Town staff unveiled the Town's new Solar Water Heating System used to heat water at the main Municipal Offices. The System has been implemented as part of the Town’s Energy Management Plan to conserve energy by 10 per cent and reduce greenhouse gases by 2012.

Mayor's Norooz Celebration
March 20, 2008

More than 600 Richmond Hill residents and business owners joined Mayor Dave Barrow and Members of Council on March 20, for the second annual Mayor's Norooz Celebration, the traditional Iranian New Year holiday. Guests enjoyed dinner while being entertained by traditional music and dance performances. Proceeds from ticket sales raised much-needed funds for the arts through the Mayor’s Endowment Fund for the Arts.
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Council was presented with the 2007 Ontario Public Works Association (OPWA) Technical Innovation Award for the Town’s nationally-recognized Snow Storage Facility project. The Town’s Snow Storage Facility is a leading, innovative technology and the only one of its kind in Canada. The Snow Storage Facility earned the award for being an innovation of proven success of a significant advance in public works service. The project began last winter when the Town was chosen by Environment Canada for their pollution reduction study arising from snow disposal site runoff. Instead of allowing melt water to drain directly into storm sewers like most sites, the Town’s state-of-the-art snow storage disposal site includes an impervious deck to protect underlying ground water from the melt water and instead directs the collected runoff through a Stormceptor unit (oil/grit separator) and a water quality pond, eventually discharging as clean water into a tributary of the Rouge River. It is intended that once Environment Canada’s research is complete, Richmond Hill’s Snow Storage Facility will be promoted as the Canadian demonstration project for snow storage and road salt management.

Mayor's Chinese New Year Celebration
February 19, 2008

Mayor Dave Barrow (right) and Jason Kaptyn (left), President and owner of the Sheraton Parkway Toronto North, participate in the ceremonial awakening of the lion, known as Hoi Gong or the Eye Dotting Ceremony.
Mayor Dave Barrow and Members of Council were joined by Richmond Hill residents and business owners to celebrate the Year of the Rat at the 2nd Annual Mayor’s Celebration of the Chinese New Year. See Entire Gallery

Community Volunteer For Heritage Achievements
February 11, 2008

On behalf of Council, Mayor Dave Barrow recognized local resident, Penny Parmenter, with an Ontario Heritage Trust recognition certificate and achievement pin as part of the 2007 Heritage Community Recognition Program. The program celebrates community volunteers for significant contributions to heritage conservation in their communities. Ms. Parmenter, who was nominated by the Town, was recognized for her passionate and tireless work in the community, preserving heritage and educating others.

Town tips its hat to Year of the Rat
February 6, 2008

Councillor David Cohen (centre), acting as the God of Fortune at a Chinese New Year press conference at town hall has his head piece braced by Councillor Goodwin Chan (right). The councillor nearly poked out a few eyes while wearing his head piece in council chambers, including those of Mayor Dave Barrow (left) as the Emperor. Read Article

St. Mary's Anglican Church Restoration
January 28, 2008

On January 28, representatives of the newly-restored St. Mary’s Anglican Church, were presented with a cheque for $10,000 by Mayor Dave Barrow and members of the Downtown Task Force from the Village Core Façade Assistance Grant Program. St. Mary’s Anglican Church recently completed an exterior façade restoration project, replacing windows, repairing bricks and refurbishing historical features of this original building. The church, which dates back to 1872, has one of the recognizable rooftop spires that make up downtown Richmond Hill’s unique skyline. The Church applied for funding from the grant program in 2007 as part of their overall efforts to restore the historically designated building.

People Plan Richmond Hill Summit
November / December 2007

The People Plan Summit brought together more than 60 individual participants and groups representing many different facets of community interest including the arts, culture, business, residential neighbourhoods, the environment and recreation. Throughout this program of public discussion, invited participants shared their thoughts about what Richmond Hill should be like in the future. With the assistance of a third-party consultant, participants engaged in various table-top group activities with the intent to gather information on the core strengths of Richmond Hill, the opportunities for change, and the challenges for the future. They also developed benchmarks for success of the implementation of the People Plan. The Summit is the next step in the People Plan Richmond Hill project, taking the visions outlined at the recent launch and open houses and developing concrete ideas and actions to achieve them.

iTrans Shares Award with the Town
November 2007

At the November 12, 2007 Council Meeting, iTRANS Consulting shared an award they received from the Consulting Engineers of Ontario with Council recognizing the Town’s 2006 Transportation Master Plan (TMP). The 2006 TMP, prepared by iTRANS Consulting whom the Town hired, provides a road map to accommodate travel demand in the Town over the next 15 to 20 years. As the population and employment continues to grow, additional pressures will be placed on the Town's road system by cars, trucks, pedestrians and cyclists. The objectives of the Transportation Master Plan are to enhance the accessibility of the Town to accommodate its rapidly growing population. For more information and to view the Town’s Transporation Master Plan, click here.

Tastes of the Hill Cheque Presentations
November 2007

On November 12, 2007 Regional & Local Councillor Vito Spatafora presented cheques to the Mayor’s Endowment Fund for the Arts and the Richmond Hill Food Bank from the proceeds of the recently held Tastes of the Hill Multicultural Food Festival. Each group was presented $18,500, making it the largest single cash donation ever to the Food Bank. The Tastes of the Hill event was held on October 14 at the Richmond Green Sports Centre. Festival-goers were able to enjoy a sensational variety of foods from over 40 vendors from Richmond Hill's finest dining establishments.

People Plan Richmond Hill Open House
November 2007

On October 26, nearly 900 members of the community joined Mayor Dave Barrow and Members of Council at the Town's first Eid Dinner Celebration, held in honour of Richmond Hill's Muslim community. The event consisted of a dinner provided by The Host Restaurant, as well as entertainment by local artists Tanveer Badar, Mohammad Hashmi, Hassan Kashani, Junita Ghandi, Shafique Farooqi and Asad. There were also dancers and songs performed by special request in languages such as Urdu, Punjabi, Gujrati and English. Proceeds from the event go to the Mayor’s Endowment Fund for the Arts.

Eid Dinner Celebration
October 2007

On October 26, nearly 900 members of the community joined Mayor Dave Barrow and Members of Council at the Town's first Eid Dinner Celebration, held in honour of Richmond Hill's Muslim community. The event consisted of a dinner provided by The Host Restaurant, as well as entertainment by local artists Tanveer Badar, Mohammad Hashmi, Hassan Kashani, Junita Ghandi, Shafique Farooqi and Asad. There were also dancers and songs performed by special request in languages such as Urdu, Punjabi, Gujrati and English. Proceeds from the event go to the Mayor’s Endowment Fund for the Arts.

Ramadaan, Eid & Thanksgiving
October, 2007

In an initiative started by Mrs. Lubna Malik, award winning architect, artist & poet, Mr. Mustafa Master of Richmond Hill was invited by the Central Library to put up a large display related to Ramadaan & Eid so that the local community can understand some of the basic Islamic cultural & religious background and beliefs as related to this season. >> Full Story

Juvenile Diabetes Ride for a Cure Event
October 2007

Juvenile Diabetes Ride for a Cure Event

Richmond Hill Fire Department Open House
October 6, 2007

Dave Barrow and Sparky enjoying the Fire Department Open House.

Tastes of the Hill
October 4, 2007

On Thursday, October 14, Town of Richmond Hill Mayor Dave Barrow, “Tastes
of the Hill” Chair Vito Spatafora and event sponsor representatives
gathered at The Host Fine Indian Cuisine Restaurant to sample some of the
many food choices that will be available at the upcoming “Tastes of the Hill” Multicultural Food Festival. More Info

Working in Partnership with the Jewish Community
October 1, 2007

York Central Hospital (YCH) is demonstrating its commitment to meeting the community’s cultural needs by providing inclusive, comprehensive and effective care to the rapidly expanding Jewish population in York Region.
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Eid Celebration Dinner Announcement
September 10, 2007

On September 10, 2007 Mayor Dave Barrow announced that he will be hosting the Town’s first Eid Celebration Dinner in honour of Richmond Hill’s Muslim community. Eid is a traditional Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting. For Muslims, Eid is a joyous occasion of giving and sharing. It is a day of forgiveness, moral victory, peace of congregation, fellowship, brotherhood and unity. The Mayor is encouraging the community to come out and learn more about Eid. For more information, click here.

Crosby Park Family Fun Day
May 26, 2007

On May 26, 2007, Mayor Barrow, Members of Council, representatives from the Richmond Hill Mobility Accessibility Foundation and community residents came together at the Crosby Park Family Fun Day to celebrate the official groundbreaking and learn more about the upcoming, inclusive new park design. The Town is redeveloping Crosby Park to provide opportunities for recreation, outdoor enjoyment and social interaction for people of all ages and abilities. Residents had the opportunity to learn about some of the exciting new features available in the near future, while also enjoying many fun-filled activities, including: music, hot air balloon rides, face painting, giveaways and a barbecue lunch at no cost. See more pictures here.

Town Unveils New By-law Enforcement ATVs
May 24, 2007

On May 24, 2007, Town of Richmond Hill By-law Officers joined Mayor Dave Barrow, Members of Council and representatives from York Regional Police and Suzuki Canada to unveil new by-law enforcement patrol vehicles and honour Suzuki Canada for their generous donation of the ATVs (All Terrain Vehicles). Town By-law Enforcement staff will now be going off-road to patrol problem areas where it is difficult for officers to reach in a car or on foot. Areas of significant concern include Town parks and trails, vacant private property, as well as Oak Ridges Moraine lands where there is a high usage of motorized vehicles (e.g. ATVs, motocross bikes, snow mobiles, etc.).

York Municipalities Public Works Challenge
May 23, 2007

As part of the 10th Annual National Public Works Week, the Town's Engineering and Public Works department hosted the Public Works Challenge, where staff from other municipalites competed in various obstacle courses using public works equipment. This year, the team from the Town of Newmarket walked away the winners, taking home the coveted Miller Cup.

Also as part of the event, Mayors from all nine area municipalities were joined by the CAO from the Region, to compete in the annual Mayor's Challenge. Town of Richmond Hill Mayor Dave Barrow used home field advantage to walk away with bragging rights and a trophy presented by Enbridge. More Pictures

Girl Guide Emergency Preparedness Badge Presentation
May 7, 2007

As part of the Town's Emergency Preparedness Week (May 6 to 12) celebrations, Mayor Barrow and Members of Council were joined by M.P.P. Monte Kwinter and Deputy Fire Chief, Brian Ellsworth on May 7, to officially present the 6th Richmond Hill Girl Guides with their Emergency Preparedness Challenge badges. With the help of Richmond Hill Fire Department, the Guides learned how to define an emergency, develop family emergency plans, create emergency survival kits, lifesaving skills, water and fire safety, and how to contact emergency services. In order to get their badges, the girls had to create a poster that included items that would go into a 72-hour emergency kit and be able to show what they would do if they were caught in certain emergencies.
Click here to see how the Girl Guides surprised Mayor Barrow.

Youth Friendly Town
May 1, 2007

Mayor Barrow attending the Provincial Award Presentation to Richmond Hill
for being a "Youth Friendly Town"

Earth Day 2007
April 22, 2007

Mayor Barrow with Councillors and Students, planting trees for Earth Day 2007.

Mayor Barrow with Councillors Lynn Foster and Godwin Chan, planting trees with Richmond Hill students on Earth Day 2007.

Mayor's Character in Business Breakfast
April 17, 2007

Come and learn more about the Character in Business program and create a work environment
that: raises morale, values the contributions of everyone, recognizes outstanding achievement increases loyalty and builds a strong team.

Mayor Dave Barrow hosts the Town’s first Nowruz Celebration
March 31, 2007

Over 600 Richmond Hill residents and business owners will joined Town of Richmond Hill Mayor Dave Barrow as he hosted the Town’s first Nowruz Celebration (the traditional Iranian New Year holiday), held in honour of Richmond Hill’s Iranian community.

Mayor Dave Barrow at Character Community Awards Night
March 29, 2007

Mayor Dave Barrow with the Curtain Club, winners of the Pursuing Culture with Character Award.

Ontario Senior Games Winners Presentation
March 26, 2007

On March 26, 2007 on behalf of Council, Mayor Dave Barrow presented Certificates of Appreciation to the Richmond Hill winners of the Ontario Senior Games Winterfest 2007, held February 14-16 in Brockville, Ontario. These 10 winners are active members at McConaghy Seniors’ Centre. In badminton, Art Chepelsky and Birti Somayaji and Ricky Tai won Bronze; Armand Gradinetti and Monica Leung won Gold; and Roberta Simon and Sunny Somayaji won Silver. In table tennis, Ursula Lacock and Emilia Negulescu won Gold. More than 2,000 seniors aged 55 and older competed at Winterfest in activities including, alpine and Nordic skiing, badminton, curling, ice hockey, skating, volleyball, bowling, table tennis, snow shoeing and squash.
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Richmond Hill Joins Call for Fair Health Care Funding for GTA/905
March 20, 2007

The Town of Richmond Hill Municipal Council has joined a number of other communities across the GTA/905 by unanimously endorsing a resolution calling on the Ontario Government to improve local access to hospital and health care services by addressing the growing gap in health care funding inequities facing residents in Richmond Hill, York Region and other GTA/905 regions.
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Mayor Barrow and Councillor Chan receiving Madame Zhu Taoying, Consul General of China
March 14, 2007

Mayor Barrow and Councillor Chan receiving Madame Zhu Taoying, Consul General of China

Bowl for Kids' Sake Raises $36,000
March 10, 2007

On March 10, 2007, Mayor Dave Barrow and Members of Council participated in the 2007 Bowl for Kids' Sake at the Pro Bowl in Richmond Hill. The Big Brothers, Big Sisters Bowlathon in Richmond Hill Raised
$36,000.00

Mayor Dave Barrow at Chinese New Years Celebration
March 3, 2007

Mayor Dave Barrow giving speech at New Years Celebration

Mayor Barrow Hosts Chinese New Year Celebration
March 1, 2007

On March 1, 2007, Mayor Dave Barrow hosted the first Mayor's Celebration of the Chinese New Year, held in honour of Richmond Hill's Chinese community, at Dun Huang Chinese Cuisine. Proceeds from ticket sales will raise much-needed funds for the arts through the newly-created Mayor’s Endowment Fund for the Arts. The Fund will contribute to the arts in Richmond Hill by providing local arts groups and individual artists with the opportunity to apply for grants to sponsor programs and performances. See More Photos

Moraine for Life Award Presentation
February 26, 2007

On February 26, Council was officially presented with the Moraine for Life award the Town received for its nomination in the Municipal Leadership category from the Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation. The Moraine for Life awards are given to recognize an individual, organization or agency that has made a significant contribution to improving the ecology and hydrology of the Moraine and the social well-being of those who live and work on or downstream of the Moraine. The Town was selected based on the leadership demonstrated by the Parks, Recreation & Culture Department in providing stewardship, educational initiatives and community involvement specifically geared toward the Moraine and its surrounding area.
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Bayview Hill Expansion Grand Opening Ceremony
February 21, 2007

Mayor Dave Barrow and Members of Council; Town staff; and representatives from the Centre for Information and Community Services (CICS), Carefirst and the Ontario Trillium Foundation celebrated the official opening of the new addition to Bayview Hill Community Centre on February 21. The centre has added a new wing to house seniors’ programs provided by the Town, in partnership with CICS and Carefirst. The 4,000 square foot addition includes one large program room with a divider wall, and an expanded lobby, all of which are wheelchair accessible.

Liberal Party Leader Stephane Dion Supports Smart Commute 404-7
February 17, 2007

Smart Commute 404-7, a transportation management project of the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce and the Markham Board of Trade, was the focus of attention for federal Liberal leader Hon. Stéphane Dion and Richmond Hill M.P. Hon. Bryon Wilfert on February 17. Mr. Dion discussed efforts to alleviate traffic congestion and commuting alternatives: carpooling, walking, cycling and transit. Other commuting alternatives such as, teleworking, flex-time, compressed work weeks, the Lunch Express bus service and the GTA-wide online Carpool Zone were discussed, as well. Also on-hand for the event were Mayor Dave Barrow and Councillors Arnie Warner, David L. Cohen and Godwin Chan.

On February 10, the Honourable Beverly J. Oda, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Status of Women, presented Mayor Dave Barrow with a cheque in the amount of $2 million to support the construction of the new Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. Canada's New Government provided this financial support through the Cultural Spaces Canada program of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
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Mayor Dave Barrow to Host Chinese New Year Celebration
February 8, 2007

Mayor Dave Barrow is hosting the Town’s first Chinese New Year Celebration at Dun Huang Chinese Cuisine in Richmond Hill on Thursday, March 1, 2007. Held in honour of Richmond Hill’s Chinese community, proceeds from this event will also benefit the Mayor’s Endowment Fund for the Arts.
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On Monday, January 22 the Town of Richmond Hill was presented with a Certificate of Compliance by Jeffrey P. Dick from the Office of the Fire Marshal. The Certificate, which indicates that the Town's Fire Department has, and continues to provide the community with a high quality public education program with respect to fire safety and certain components of fire prevention, was accepted by Mayor Dave Barrow and Deputy Fire Chief, Brian Ellsworth (on behalf of Fire Chief Baker).

Chair Dave Barrow presenting Leo McArthur with the Police Services Board Outstanding Citizen Award.

Dave on Rogers Cable for the Annual Rotary TV auction.

Councillor David Cohen, Councillor Arnie Warner, Mayor Dave Barrow and Regional and Local Councillor Vito Spatafora at a thank you ceremony from the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. Richmond Hill had several bike teams participate including Council.

Town of Richmond Hill Mayor Dave Barrow and Fire Department staff accepted the keys to two Suzuki XL-7 sport utility vehicles generously provided by Suzuki Canada. Read Article

Last night at the Inaugural Meeting of Richmond Hill Council, the newly elected Mayor and Members of Council got down to business by announcing to hundreds of attendees their visions and plans for the Town for the next four years. Read Article