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Nov 15 2023
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Regional Council to begin deliberating Peel’s proposed 2024 Budget tomorrow (November 16th, 2023)

By Announcement, Events, Issues, Resources

BRAMPTON, ON. (Nov. 15, 2023) – Regional Council discussions of Peel’s 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets begin tomorrow morning.

The meeting will commence with the Regional Budget Corporate Overview presentation at 9:30 a.m., followed by the presentation for Peel Regional Police.

On Nov. 23, the Regional Council budget meeting will continue with presentations for nine Regionally Controlled Services: Housing Support, Water and Wastewater, Transportation, Paramedics, Seniors Services, Public Health, Community Investment, Waste Management, and Early Years and Child Care. Visit the 2024 proposed budget pages for more information and to view videos for services.

On Nov. 30, the Regional Council budget meeting will continue with presentations for Regionally Financed External Organizations: Credit Valley Conservation, and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

The Regional Council Budget meeting(s) are open to the public and residents may attend. The meetings will also be live streamed on peelregion.ca.

The proposed 2024 Regional Operating and Capital Budgets is available at peelregion.ca/budget.

Nov 15 2023
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Virtual information session: learn more about the City’s 2024 Budget

By Announcement, Events, Issues

Mississauga residents are invited to participate in the annual citywide Budget Information Session where the City’s proposed 2024 Budget will be discussed.
The session will include insights from the Mayor, Members of Council and senior City leadership on the City’s budget priorities, programs and services. Residents will also have the opportunity to ask budget-related questions and participate in the discussion. The session will be held on Tuesday, November 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

The 2024 Budget focuses on investments in the City’s infrastructure, including transit, roads and emergency services. These investments are aimed at advancing public safety, continuing progress with climate change and implementing Vision Zero actions.

What

2024 Budget Information Session

When

Tuesday, November 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Register for the event

Who

Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie
Members of Council
Senior City leadership
Interested Mississauga residents

Where

Telephone or online

At random, select Mississauga residents will receive a phone call in advance of the session with an invitation to participate. They will receive a second phone call just before the session begins. The callout is to ensure as many residents as possible have an opportunity to participate. Anyone who gets a call and does not wish to participate can hang up.

If you don’t receive an advanced phone call, you can pre-register before Friday, November 24 to participate or ask questions in the citywide 2024 Budget Information Session.

Watch and listen to the session

For those interested in tuning in, the session will be live streamed to the City’s website where residents can watch the session. If you’d like to ask a question, please submit them online. The page will be live on Tuesday, November 28 at 6:55 a.m.

Budget Committee meetings

Budget Committee meetings are scheduled from November 27 to 29, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. and are open for the public to attend. The full schedule of meetings is available online at Council and Committees Calendar Listings.

Stay informed and get involved in the City’s 2024 Budget process by:

2024 Budget creative with a photo of the City's clock tower

Nov 06 2023
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Auto Theft Update – Peel Regional Police

By Announcement, Issues

As we approach the start of Crime Prevention Week on November 5, Peel Regional Police (PRP) has been actively engaging with the community on organized auto thefts and promoting preventative measures. We also wanted to share an update on the current situation in Peel Region.

Auto theft and its prevention continue to be a top priority for PRP. Our Commercial Auto Crime Unit has doubled from six to twelve members, becoming one of the largest auto crime units in the province. It has further enhanced investigative measures and enforcement abilities, collaborating with police partners province-wide to crack down on auto theft.

As of October 31, 2023, PRP has successfully recovered over $130M worth of stolen vehicles, with a recovery rate of over 40%.

To date, there has been 5,888 of auto thefts reported in Peel Region. This number has exceeded last year’s figure, which totaled 5,518 auto thefts in 2022.

Year Auto Theft Recovered Vehicles Carjacking
2023 (To date) 6,121 2,369 76
2022 5,518 2,516 99
2021 3,771 1,837 59
2020 3,025 1,738 N/A

 

In addition, PRP’s Central Robbery Bureau (CRB) has seen a recent upward trend involving the carjacking and auto theft of food service delivery vehicles and personal transportation drivers, with 20 carjacking involving ride-share or delivery drivers as of August 30, 2023, since the start of the year.

In addition to local enforcement efforts, we are committed to identifying opportunities to strengthen measures at the provincial and federal levels to combat auto thefts. Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich recently traveled to the Port of Montreal with members of PRP’s Commercial Auto Crime Bureau to connect and discuss vulnerabilities around the export of stolen vehicles from Canada.

This visit identified opportunities that could help address PRP’s efforts toward auto theft recoveries. PRP will continue to work with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to ensure that auto theft is a priority and to allocate the necessary resources to inspect containers leaving the port.

Crime prevention is a crucial component in reducing instances of vehicle theft and carjacking. Throughout Crime Prevention Week, from November 5-11, PRP will share crime prevention tips to empower the community to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. To learn more, please visit www.peelpolice.ca/crimeprevention.

Nov 03 2023
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Report excessive noise

By Issues

You can report excessive, persistent and recurring noises that violate the Noise Control By-law in your neighbourhood to the City.

Regulated noise types

The City’s Noise Control By-law prohibits noise that cause disturbances to residents in their homes. We respond to reports about the following noise types heard outside their permitted times.

A comprehensive list of noise types the City regulates is available in the Noise Control By-law.

When to contact law enforcement agencies

If the noise is caused by domestic disputes, yelling or moving vehicles, report it to the Peel Police. For non-emergencies, call 905-453-3311. For emergencies, call 911.

If the noise is caused by train whistling, call the following:

  • CN Rail Emergency CN Police at 1-800-465-9239
  • CP Rail Emergency CP Police at 1-800-716-9132

Fines

If you break the regulations within the Noise Control By-law, you may be subject to a fine of up to $5,000.

What happens next

Upon receiving your report, the City will take the following actions.

  • Review and prioritize the report based on its likelihood to reoccur and impact to residents.
  • Determine if an onsite investigation by an enforcement officer is required to proceed with the case.

Personal information

Your personal information is collected under the authority of sections 11(1) and 227(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001 and will be used by City of Mississauga Staff to respond to your service request and/or inquiry.

To learn more, click here.

Oct 30 2023
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Resolution – Regional Council – October 26, 2023

By Issues, Planning & Development, Stephen’s Initiatives

Agenda Number: 8.1

Date: October 26, 2023

Moved by:  Councillor Dasko

That the Regional Chair and local municipal Mayors write a letter, on behalf of Regional Council and local municipal Councils, to the provincial Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the provincial Minister of Infrastructure and the federal Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, to request a meeting in person, to present the required Infrastructure Plan to Support Bill 23 Housing Targets.

Oct 05 2023
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Notification of Ecological Restoration work at Cawthra Woods

By Events, Issues, Ward 1

Please be advised that contractors working on behalf of the City of Mississauga are forecasted to perform invasive plant removals starting the week of November 27, 2023 at Cawthra Woods. It is anticipated the work will take about two weeks to complete. All work is weather dependent and may extend into the following weeks as necessary.

Non-native woody invasive plants will receive herbicide treatments. The herbicide that will be used for non-native woody invasive species is called Garlon (active ingredient: Triclopyr). Non-native woody invasive shrubs will be cut down and herbicide will be directly applied to the cut stumps. As per provincial regulations, a notice of upcoming herbicide application will be posted on-site at least 24 hours in advance of the work and will remain at least 48 hours afterwards.

Residents, 311, and the parks supervisor will also be notified of the work.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 3-1-1 (or 905-615-4311 from outside Mississauga).

Sep 27 2023
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October is Pedestrian Safety Month

By Events, Issues, Ward 1

Get tips and learn about the different signals and road markings that promote more pedestrian-friendly streets.

Contact us

If you have any questions about pedestrian crossovers or signals, or want to report a pedestrian signal on a City road that’s not working properly, please call 311 (905-615-4311 outside City limits).

If you have a question or concern about a pedestrian signal on a regional road, please contact the Region of Peel.

 

Sep 27 2023
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Mississauga Diabetes Strategy – Have Your Say

By Food for thought, Issues

What can we do to reduce the rates of Diabetes in Mississauga?

Type 2 diabetes is rapidly affecting a growing number of Mississauga residents. The City is working with partners, experts and communities to develop a strategy to prevent rising cases and protect residents’ health and well-being. Starting today, Monday, September 25, the City is asking residents to participate in an online survey. The survey will generate insights, identify areas of change that the City can take and will help develop the Mississauga Diabetes Strategy.

We want to hear from you

The City is looking to hear from as many community members and businesses as possible. Your input is critical to the success of this strategy.

Survey: Complete the online survey before Thursday, November 30, 2023.

The City will also engage in conversations with various communities throughout Mississauga, focusing on those with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. A health equity lens will be applied to ensure the needs of those most impacted by diabetes are considered, which would support changes that will benefit all citizens.

The City will work with the community, industry, agency and government partners to understand Mississauga’s unique type 2 diabetes challenges, identify community needs and priorities, build the strategy and determine the action plan.

Visit the City of Mississauga’s type 2 diabetes online engagement site for more details and to sign up for project updates.