Oak Ridges Wrap Up Newsletter - June 13, 2025

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Here's a quick overview of this week's Wrap Up:

🎆 Fireworks Motion

Community Concerns: In response to resident complaints and recent fire incidents, Councillor Davidson introduced a motion to explore a fireworks ban.
What’s Being Studied: Alternatives like drone shows, environmental impact, policy comparisons, and enforcement data.

🌳 Lake Wilcox Park Patrols

New Enforcement Measures: Starting June 21, a dedicated Community Standards Officer will patrol weekends and holidays to address BBQs, littering, large gatherings, e-scooters, and more.
Support from YRP and Animal Services when available.

🏞 Bond Lake Concerns

Ongoing Issues: Garbage, noise, and fires persist. The TRCA (who manages the land) is actively monitoring and responding.
Next Steps: A meeting with Mayor West and TRCA is scheduled to push for stronger enforcement.

📊 Quick Polls & Feedback

Fireworks Ban Poll Results: 82% oppose a ban, 18% support one.
New Poll: Residents asked to weigh in on Automated Speed Enforcement near schools.

🛴 E-bike & Scooter Regulations

Reminder: E-bikes not allowed on sidewalks. Richmond Hill’s Micromobility Strategy update is coming this fall.

🐶 Pet By-law Changes

New Rules (Effective June 1, 2025):
- Mandatory cat licensing
- Updated dangerous dog regulations
- Limit of 7 pets per household (max 3 dogs, 4 cats)

🗳 Council Updates

Recent Approvals:
- 2025 tax levy: $152.1M (3.19% increase)
- Council Public Meetings now start at 6pm for better resident access.

📅 Upcoming Events

🏳️‍🌈 Community Highlights

Pride Month & CHATS Flag-Raising: Celebrating inclusivity and senior support.
New Business: Welcome to Richmond Hill Jiu-Jitsu on King Rd!

💡 Business Innovation

CLIC (Centre for Local Innovation and Collaboration): Open call for entrepreneurs to join the latest cohort — apply by August 15.