Lake Wilcox Park Dedicated Patrols on Weekends

Over the winter I worked with the Director of Community Standards to look at dedicated resources to patrol Lake Wilcox Park on the weekends during the busy Summer months.

I’m pleased to say that a Community Standards Officer will be officially assigned to Lake Wilcox Park starting June 21, including statutory holidays.

The staff will be focused on the following issues proactively:

• Illegal BBQ’s

• Unauthorized large groups (25 or more)

• Unpermitted tents

• Fishing off the boardwalk

• E-scooters being used in the park

• Illegal parking

• Noise

• Littering

• Assisting Park visitors with paid parking issues and addressing general concerns throughout the day

Park Officers will be present in the park on a staggered schedule between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m., based on operational needs.

Before park closure, staff—sometimes accompanied by York Regional Police (YRP)—will clear the park of users and vehicles after 11:30 p.m. YRP and Vaughan Animal Services will also conduct patrols when resources allow during the summer.

Park Officers will wear high-visibility clothing for easy identification.

Residents can report park-related issues by calling the City’s After-Hours Line at 905-771-5458, with a goal of responding within one hour.

Please note the York Regional Police (YRP) is responsible for enforcement of the lake. Contact them at 1-866-876-5423 for information on boating restrictions in a non-emergency.