It’s time to get outside and enjoy the warm weather! Grab a hat, throw on some

sunscreen and explore the City’s great outdoors with family and friends.

Our team is hard at work making sure our greenspaces are in the best possible

shape so you can play, explore and enjoy the fresh air.

This newsletter was created for you and contains information on the public works

services that improve and enhance the quality of life you appreciate. So take

a few minutes to read Vaughan at Work – and enjoy!

VAUGHANatWORKA P U B L I C W O R K S N E W S L E T T E R

City of Vaughan Public WorksJoint Operations Centre2800 Rutherford Rd.Vaughan, ON L4K 2N9

T. 905-832-2281E: accessvaughan@vaughan.ca

SPRING | SUMMER 2016

Trying to Figure Out What Goes Where?

WATER RESTRICTIONS

Outdoor water use is restricted from May 15 to Sept. 30 (BY-LAW

NO. 122-2003).

n RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES may water between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Odd-numbered addresses may water on any odd-numbered day of the month. Even-numbered addresses may water on any even-numbered day of the month.

n INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL/ INSTITUTIONAL properties may water for a maximum of three hours between midnight and 7 a.m. on any permitted day of the month.

REPLACING YOUR DRIVEWAY? Call the City to inspect the water valve that may be in the middle of your driveway so that it can be repaired before you finish the job. To book an inspection, call 905-832-2281.

Good to Know

Take Pride and Dazzle Me! The Dazzle Me! program is all about beautifying public spaces in our city. Do you have an idea for a landscaping, planting or community art project that will enhance the community and boost civic pride? Submit your application by the end of September 2016 for a chance to receive up to $3,000 for your project. Visit vaughan.ca/parksandforestry or call 905-832-8577.

Watch for DOUBLE-UP DAYS during the weeks of Sept. 6 and 13 and Nov. 8 and 15 on your regular garbage collection day. Dispose of up to six items of garbage without paid tags.

WEEKLY leaf and yard waste collection runs April 5 to May 27. EVERY OTHER

WEEK leaf and yard waste collection begins May 31 and ends Sept. 30.

CANADA DAY waste collection scheduled for July 1 is moved one day later to July 2.

ENVIRONMENTAL DAYSJOIN US! Get FREE mulch and exchange damaged City-issued bins:

n SATURDAY, APRIL 30 Vellore Village Community Centre

n SATURDAY, MAY 14, Joint Operations Centre (also Public Works Day)

n SATURDAY, MAY 28 Al Palladini Community Centre

n SUNDAY, JUNE 12 Garnet A. Williams Community Centre

n SUNDAY, JUNE 19 North Thornhill Community Centre

UNSURE HOW

TO DISPOSE OF A WASTE ITEM?

Check out our online waste look-up tool at vaughan.ca/waste or download the City of Vaughan’s My Waste App (available for Apple and Android).

#VaughanAtWork

Are the kids hot and bored?

Cool off at one of our 17

splash pads or hike along

one of our nature trails.

Planning an outdoor gathering?

Rent a picnic space in

one of our parks or get a

permit for one of our

sports fields.

Is gardening more your style?

Check out our Dazzle

Me! and Curb Appeal

programs.

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York Region McCleary Court Community Environmental CentreHead to our Community Environmental Centre if you are throwing out things like coat hangers, mattresses, audio tapes, CDs and cases, appliances, aquariums and sports equipment. The York Region McCleary Court Community Environmental Centre is at 130 McCleary Crt., near Creditstone Road and Highway 7.

TIP: Full paint cans and thinner,

chlorine, fertilizers, hair dyes and

energy-efficient light bulbs are all

considered household hazardous

waste (HHW) and must not be

included in your curbside waste or

poured down the drain. HHW can

be harmful if not disposed of

properly. Take all HHW to one of

several York Region Household

Hazardous Waste Depots - it’s FREE!

Visit vaughan.ca/waste for

locations and hours.

THE MAGIC OF VINEGAR

Cleaners and detergents are considered household hazardous waste. Instead of using harmful chemicals to clean floors, counters, walls and appliances, why not consider an alternative solution?

Vinegar is a non-toxic, effective method for killing mould, bacteria and germsand can be used in every room in the house. Just mix with water and wipe away — vinegar for the win!

• Cut flowers and small house plants, including soil (no pots)

• Human hair, animal hair and waste, kitty litter, hamster or bird bedding, diapers, sanitary products

• Candy, coffee grounds and filters, tea bags, toothpicks, microwave popcorn bags

• Cheese, yogurt, bread, fish, eggshells, meat

• Used flower or plant pots and trays that are less than four litres (1.1 gallons) or less than 23 centimetres (nine inches) in diameter without soil

• Clamshell containers

• Empty paint and aerosol cans (lids removed)

• Aluminum trays, plates and foil

Here’s how to properly dispose of some not-so-obvious items:

Family fun at Public Works Day!May 14, Joint Operations Centre

WE ARE CELEBRATING 25 YEARS AS A CITY.

Share your celebration story and watch for events happening in your community. Visit vaughan25.ca for more information.

Trees provide so many amazing benefits to the community and lead to an improved quality of life. That’s why the City has a Tree Replacement Strategy to address tree loss caused by the 2013 ice storm and the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Here’s what you need to know:

Q. Will my tree be replaced this year?

A. The list of 2016 tree replacements is now available. This list is updated regularly at vaughan.ca/trees.

Q. How are streets selected to receive new trees?

A. All neighbourhoods are considered equally. The plan prioritizes entire streets rather than single locations. Trees and stumps are replaced at the same time to ensure an efficient and cost-effective process, and to minimize disruption within a neighbourhood.

It’s an exciting year for the City of Vaughan as we celebrate our 25th anniversary as a city. We have come a long way and are working hard to build on our strong foundation as we plan for an exciting future that includes the subway extension, the Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre and the Highway 427 extension.

We take pride in offering residents many services and programs that support and enhance our growing community. Proper construction and maintenance of infrastructure play an important role in the quality of life we enjoy here in Vaughan. Each year, the City invests millions of dollars into our roads, buildings, facilities and parks. With the arrival of spring, our crews are out cleaning the streets, inspecting stormwater outlets,

Q. When will my tree be replaced?

A. Trees will be replanted during the spring and fall planting seasons. If your street is not on the planting list, it will be considered next year.

Q. Why is there an “R” on my tree?

A. A tree marked with the letter “R” will be cut down and you will be eligible to receive a new tree the following year (pending budget approval).

Q. My tree was cut down and a stump remains. When will the stump be removed?

A. If you are eligible for a new tree this year, the stump will be removed when the new tree is planted. If you are not eligible for a new tree, it may be removed as part of the City’s stump- grinding process. If the stump is not ground this year, it will be revisited the next year if budget permits.

repairing water pipes and testing the quality of stream water and creeks.

We have many reasons to be proud of our community and I want to thank all Vaughan residents for their efforts in making our city a great place to live, work and play. In this newsletter you will find useful information on everything from tree replacement and Environmental Days to stormwater services and solid waste programs.

On behalf of the City of Vaughan, I wish everyone a safe and enjoyable spring and summer.

Sincerely,

Hon. Maurizio Bevilacqua, P.C. Mayor

Trees, Trees, TreesMessage from the Mayor

Goin’ With The Stormwater Flow

Q. What tree species will the City plant?

A. Our goal is to diversify our tree canopy. Up to 61 species of trees will be planted to ensure our canopy can withstand infestations like those seen as a result of EAB.

Q. Can I plant my own tree?

A. Yes. The City has a program that allows residents to plant their own tree on the City boulevard at their own expense. For more information, visit vaughan.ca/trees.

Staff maintain

drainage pipes and

stormwater outlets.

Disposing of toxic

products at local

hazardous waste

depots prevents

contamination.

Using rain

barrels

reduces the

impacts of

stormwater.

Stormwater can impact

water quality and result

in loss of aquatic life

and diversity.

Stormwater is rainwater and

melted snow that runs off

lawns, streets and other surfaces.

Hard surfaces – like parking lots,

driveways and roofs – prevent

this runoff from naturally soaking

into the ground.

Use biodegradable

fertilizers that

contain no

harmful chemicals

to help reduce

pollutants.

Rain gardens installed

near roof waterspouts

or driveways capture

and filter stormwater.

Stormwater can cause

flooding and property

damage.

Stormwater runoff can pick

up pollutants such as

bacteria and garbage before

flowing into storm drains.

Getting to Know Our Trees

Vaughan works to maintain an

urban forest that is both healthy

and beautiful. Part of the process

includes getting to know our trees.

From July to October, we will be

collecting information (species,

age, size, health) on City-owned

trees that will help us manage and

rebuild our urban tree canopy.

2017 Stormwater UpdateThe stormwater charge will appear as a separate charge on the utility bill beginning

in 2017. Stormwater fees are calculated according to the amount of stormwater

runoff citizens contribute. The fee is not new and was previously collected through

the wastewater rate and property taxes.

For more information, visit vaughan.ca/stormwater.

Vaughan is managing

stormwater to protect your property,

the environment and water quality.