A packed morning at Richmond Hill’s Committee of the Whole: Energy use is down but emissions are up, Lake Wilcox faces rising salt levels, and council debates how much of your personal info should be public.

A landmark sculpture proposal opened the meeting, but an in-depth autism presentation drove most of council’s discussion.

Cameras, pickleball, and park plans dominated a council meeting that ended with unanimous approval of a new surveillance program.

Mayor David West welcomed proposed housing tax relief measures while emphasizing the need for clear funding to support infrastructure in Richmond Hill.

Richmond Hill is considering spending up to $20,000 on new CCTV cameras to support police crime prevention efforts.

By Staff Writer Here’s a quick roundup of the latest programs, services, and community events offered by the City of Richmond Hill and its partners.

Grants, Programs, and Spring Activities  Staff  Report A fresh round of community initiatives and seasonal programming is underway in Richmond Hill, with the City highlighting… 

Markham’s decision to roll back a citywide four-unit housing policy could have ripple effects across neighbouring municipalities — including Richmond Hill — especially as local… 

A proposal to create an outdoor archery range in a Richmond Hill park was presented to council during its March 11 meeting. Staff Report Juni… 

Richmond Hill council is confronting an uncomfortable paradox: the city’s books are currently in good shape — but its financial trajectory may not be. A… 

Richmond Hill council debated whether residents facing extreme water bills from accidental leaking pipes should qualify for a one-time refund. While some councillors argued for… 

Richmond Hill councillors paused a gateway signage project, deferred a regional insurance pool decision for further safeguards, backed protections amid conservation authority consolidation, and launched… 

York Region is launching new safety plan engagement sessions. Critics say past consultations felt performative and lacked real impact York Region is launching new safety… 

Council in 90 Seconds At its January 27 meetings, Richmond Hill council reviewed a proposed gas station redevelopment at Yonge Street and Weldrick Road and…