E-Bulletins from the Mayor's Office (2006 - 2008)
Mayor's Communiqué: Making Vancouver a Better Place
November 23, 2008
In this edition
- Vancouver Board of Trade
- Election Night in Vancouver
- Record of Achievement
Vancouver Board of Trade Luncheon Tribute to Mayor Sullivan
Join our celebrity roasters and toasters as they help us say "thank you" to Mayor Sam Sullivan for his 15 years on Vancouver City Council. This special Spirit of Vancouver® luncheon recognizes a unique life and Sam's very special commitment to our community.
As an early advocate for individuals with disabilities, and as a city councillor, and more recently as mayor, Sam Sullivan's perseverance in the face of often daunting challenges is a reminder to all of us that community service is an important part of our citizenship as individuals and businesses.
And while a skiing accident at the age of 19 made him a quadriplegic, "Citizen Sam" has never shied away from controversy, tough decisions or the rough and tumble of Vancouver politics, one of the city's most colourful and entertaining contact sports.
Now, as he prepares to leave City Hall, join us for some memories and laughs as we hear from those who know Sam Sullivan best, including folks on both sides of the political fence.
Date: Monday, December 1, 2008 (event #090809)
Registration: 11:45 a.m. Lunch & Program: 12:15 - 2 p.m.
The Westin Bayshore Hotel - Grand Ballroom, 1601 Bayshore Drive
$56 members and guests/$81 future members + GST
Reserved tables of 8: $538 members/$842 future members + GST
Register at 604-641-1248 or www.boardoftrade.com
Mayor's Communiqué: Celebrating Arts, Culture & Our Great Beginnings
November 10, 2008
In this edition
- Remembrance Day Services Across Vancouver - Free Parking for Veterans
- Improvements to Chinatown, Japantown, Gastown & Stratchcona
- Investing in Arts, Culture & Heritage
- Meeting of Canada's First Ministers
- Liberal Party of Canada Leadership-Biennial Convention coming to Vancouver
Clr. Elizabeth Ball (2nd from left) with Mayor Sullivan and members of the East side arts community.
A shuttered Hastings Street business is now a vibrant art studio.
Remembrance Day Services
I hope you and members of your family will take the opportunity to participate in one of the many special Remembrance Day services taking place across the City. Lynn and I will be attending the City's annual service in Victory Square. Prior to the service, the Vancouver Bach Youth Choir will perform.
For the second year in a row, vehicles displaying veteran license plates have been exempted from on-street parking meter fees from November 4 to 11. EasyPark will also provide free parking to vehicles with veteran license plates.
City Hall will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for Remembrance Day. It will reopen Wednesday, November 12 at 8:30 am.
Mayor's Communiqué: Vancouver's Leadership in Sustainable Growth
November 5, 2008
In this edition:
- City Council Unanimously Approves EcoDensity Laneway Housing Plan
- Making Vancouver a World Leader in Sustainable Development
- EcoDensity Survey Results
- BC Place Development Approved - Future Secured in Vancouver
- Poppy Week in Vancouver
Councillor Suzanne Anton (with Park Board Chair Konna Houghton, left) has helped
lead City Council's effort to make Vancouver one of the world's greenest cities
EcoDensity Laneway Housing Plan Approved
Last week, Vancouver City Council approved a series of recommendations to expand access to laneway housing across the City of Vancouver. The recommendations deliver on a key EcoDensity action item unanimously approved by Council in June.
Mayor's Communiqué: Clinton praises Green Vancouver; Recognition for Clr B.C. Lee
October 27, 2008
In this edition:
- President Bill Clinton recognizes Vancouver's leadership on green building design
- City Council Update - Preparing Vancouver for 2010
- Groundbreaking Addiction Research in Vancouver
- Councillor B.C. Lee
- Dr. Jane Goodall coming to Vancouver
Clr. B.C. Lee and Mayor Sullivan in 2008 parade to celebrate Lunar New Year
President Bill Clinton recognizes Vancouver's leadership on green building design
Recently I had the honour of spending some time with former United States President Bill Clinton. He was in Vancouver to attend a conference about corporate social responsibility. President Clinton loves Vancouver.
I am pleased to report that during his presentation, he praised Vancouver's leadership on developing stringent green building standards. Earlier this year, our Council passed the strongest green building design plan in North America in association with EcoDensity.
Mayor's Communiqué: Transportation Innovations for Vancouver & City Council Update
October 1, 2008
Mayor Sullivan Unveils Plan for Olympic Line Modern Streetcar Service in 2010
On Tuesday I announced that the City of Vancouver and Bombardier Transportation will provide a modern streetcar demonstration service to Vancouver residents and visitors during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
The Downtown Streetcar 2010 Demonstration Project is a state-of-the-art, accessible and sustainable transportation project that will connect Granville Island to the Canada Line Olympic Village Station during 60 days of celebration between January 21 and March 21, 2010.
The City of Vancouver has also received permission from the International Olympic Committee and VANOC to name the streetcar service The Olympic Line - Vancouver's 2010 Streetcar for the duration of the 2010 demonstration project.
Mayor's Communiqué: Report from Beijing; City Council Resumes Next Week
September 12, 2008
Report from Beijing
Lynn and I returned to Vancouver this week from the 2008 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games in Beijing.
Mayor Sullivan meeting with Mayor of Beijing
on recent visit to China
In addition to attending the Games, I had the opportunity to meet with:
- the Mayor of Beijing & other government officials
- Canada's Ambassador to China
- business leaders, artists & university professors
- students at Peking University & the Western Academy of Beijing
- local disability organizations
Mayor's Communiqué: Message from China
August 28, 2008
Mayor Sullivan visits the Great Wall of China on his Trail Rider
Well what a show! Last week, the 2008 Summer Olympics came to a close with a spectacular closing ceremony. I've been fortunate to be here in Beijing, joined last week by Clr. Suzanne Anton and soon to be joined by Clr. B.C. Lee. Next week, the Paralympic Games will begin and I will be honoured to join nine other Canadians that have been selected to carry the torch through Beijing.
As the Beijing Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games wind down, the eyes of the world are turning to Vancouver in the lead up to 2010.
While China has set the bar high, I know that Vancouver and our athletes will make Canadians proud during our finest hour. City Council is working hard to make sure everything is being done to make sure our city is prepared.
When the world arrives in Vancouver for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, the first thing they will discover is the world is already here. Athletes, visitors and the global media will find an inclusive city that celebrates diversity as a strength.
Mayor's Communiqué: Celebrate Summer 2008
August 7, 2008
I hope you have been enjoying a safe and relaxing summer with friends and family. As usual, our city has been non-stop this year with a record number of special events in neighbourhoods across Vancouver. And while we are proud of our parties and celebrations, we have been getting lots of work done too.
We are in the midst of one of the largest building booms in our city's history. There are more than 1000 people working all out to complete the Athletes Village in Southeast False creek - and many more working to complete the Canada Line and new Convention Centre.
Premier Gordon Campbell and Mayor Sullivan at the annual
Walk with the Dragon Festival in Stanley Park
Mayor's Communiqué: Happy Canada Day!
June 27, 2008
I hope you are looking forward to a safe and enjoyable long weekend. Canada Day is one of the most special holidays of the year. That is why City Council has agreed to support an investment in the Canada Day Fireworks for the second year in a row. This celebration will kick off another wonderful summer season of community celebrations around Vancouver. It promises to be a record year for special events in our city.
City Hall Progress Report
This past week was a busy one for us at City Council. Further to previous reports, I want to update you on some of the progress we are making on a number of important issues, including:
Mayor's Communiqué: Vancouver Benefits from Successful Partnerships
May 22, 2008
I am preparing this update as I have just returned from Hong Kong with a delegation of community leaders and the Vancouver Board of Trade. We had a very successful visit that allowed us to strengthen our economic relationship, share best practices and promote Vancouver in advance of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
Mayor Sullivan with former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien, and Board of Trade Chair Henry Lee in Hong Kong
In this report, please find updates on a number of the important issues our government is working on for you:
- Crime & Safety - Beach Patrol, Entertainment District, Con-Air
- Securing the future of BC Place & Vancouver Art Gallery
- $10 million for drug treatment & outreach services
- 2008 Beijing Paralympic Torch Relay
- EcoDensity update
- BC Children's Hospital motion passes!
Thank you again for your ongoing interest in all these issues. As always, please don't hesitate to contact me with your thoughts and ideas.
Yours truly,
Sam Sullivan
MAYOR
A Good Week for Children & Families in Vancouver
Permanent Link | May 05/08
Rising Gas Prices Underscore the Need for Environmental Action
Permanent Link | April 25/08
Improving Our Founding Neighbourhoods, New Social Housing, More Buses & UBC motion to Council
Permanent Link | April 12/08
Mayor's Communiqué: On Improving Public Safety, Helping the Homeless & Planning for 2010
Permanent Link | March 27/08
Supporting 96 More Police, Tax Relief for Small Business & Downtown Streetcar
Permanent Link | March 14/08
Mayor's Communiqué: Securing Support from Senior Levels of Gov't
Permanent Link | February 29/08
Mayor's Communiqué: City Hall Progress Report
Permanent Link | February 15/08
Mayor's Communiqué: 2007 Record Year for Building Permits in Vancouver
Permanent Link | February 05/08
Warm Wishes for the Holiday Season
Permanent Link | December 19/07
Mayor's Communiqué: Promoting Vancouver's Interests
Permanent Link | December 11/07
An EcoDensity Update
Permanent Link | November 29/07
Message from Mayor Sullivan regarding recent shootings
Permanent Link | November 06/07
Compassionate Solutions for our Social Challenges
Permanent Link | October 19/07
Mayor's Communiqué: Vancouver Recognized for "Green" Initiatives
Permanent Link | October 05/07
Update on the CUPE labour strike
Permanent Link | September 04/07
Your responses to the Mayor's Communiqués
Permanent Link | August 21/07
City of Vancouver publishes their position on CUPE strike
Permanent Link | August 20/07
Library Offers Five-Year Deal to CUPE Local 391
Permanent Link | August 15/07
CUPE breaks off talks with the City of Vancouver
Permanent Link | August 10/07
City and CUPE 15 return to bargaining table
Permanent Link | July 27/07
Mayor Asks Bargaining Team to Examine Richmond Labour Deal
Permanent Link | July 25/07
Mayor's Communiqué: City contingency plans
Permanent Link | July 20/07
Mayor's Communiqué: Update on final offer vote
Permanent Link | July 18/07
Mayor's Communiqué: City attempts to avert job action through a “last offer vote”
Permanent Link | July 12/07
Marking the mid-term of our mandate
Permanent Link | June 08/07
Bulletin from Mayor Sullivan
Permanent Link | April 04/07
March Update from Mayor Sullivan
Permanent Link | March 23/07
Happy New Year
Permanent Link | January 17/07
State of the City Address - January 16, 2007
Permanent Link | January 16/07
Season's Greetings
Permanent Link | December 19/06
What are your views on public disorder?
Permanent Link | September 22/06
City on the Move
Permanent Link | June 28/06
Spring in the City
Permanent Link | May 11/06
An Accountable and Balanced Budget
Permanent Link | April 07/06
The Olympic and Paralympic Experience
Permanent Link | March 31/06
A message from Mayor Sam Sullivan
Permanent Link | February 17/06
Greetings from Sam Sullivan
Recent Updates
- Mayor's Communiqué: Making Vancouver a Better Place
- Mayor's Communiqué: Celebrating Arts, Culture & Our Great Beginnings
- Mayor's Communiqué: Vancouver's Leadership in Sustainable Growth
- Mayor's Communiqué: Clinton praises Green Vancouver; Recognition for Clr B.C. Lee
- Mayor's Communiqué: Transportation Innovations for Vancouver & City Council Update
- Mayor's Communiqué: Report from Beijing; City Council Resumes Next Week
