City of Mississauga appoints Geoff Wright as City Manager and CAO

By Announcement

Mayor Carolyn Parrish announced that Geoff Wright has been appointed as City Manager and CAO.

 June 26, 2024

Today, Mayor Carolyn Parrish announced that Geoff Wright has been appointed as City Manager and CAO, replacing Shari Lichterman, effective immediately.

Through his 17 years of service to the City of Mississauga, Wright has served in a number of portfolios, most recently as the Commissioner of Transportation and Works since 2016. Prior to this, he was Director of Works, Operations and Maintenance and the Director of the Transportation and Project Office and Business Services. Wright also served in various portfolios in the Halifax Regional Municipality prior to joining the City of Mississauga.

Wright holds a bachelors degree in civil engineering from Dalhousie University, and an MBA from Saint Mary’s University. In 2012, he was selected for the prestigious Governor General’s Leadership Conference, along with emerging leaders from across Canada.

In his role as City Manager and CAO, Wright will be the most senior public servant and will report directly to the Mayor and City Council, overseeing the operations, services and programs delivered by the corporation. He will be supported by his leadership team of five commissioners and extended leadership team of directors.

“I want to thank Shari for her years of service to the organization and our residents, as well as her contributions to moving Mississauga forward. I wish her well in her future endeavours. I’m pleased that Geoff Wright has accepted the position of City Manager and CAO. I have full confidence in his abilities as he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role.” – Mayor Carolyn Parrish

“I’m pleased to take on this important role during an exciting time in Mississauga’s history. I look forward to working with the Mayor, Council, and the entire team of staff within the corporation to advance the priorities of the City.” – City Manager and CAO, Geoff Wright.

Headshot of man in suit

June 26, 2024
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Dundas Bus Rapid Transit Round 4 of Public Engagement

By Events, Resources

Metrolinx, in collaboration with the City of Mississauga, is continuing to advance planning for the Dundas Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project. The proposed Dundas BRT project would bring 48 kilometres of fast, frequent bus rapid transit along Dundas Street from Highway 6 in the City of Hamilton through to the Kipling Transit Hub in the City of Toronto, linking Etobicoke and Mississauga City Centres. More than 20 kilometres of the project would operate in bus lanes or in a dedicated right-of-way, separate from other traffic, allowing faster and more reliable transit connections.

The fourth round of public engagement will run from June 24 – July 24, 2024.

You can also participate in a virtual live session on July 10, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at metrolinx.com/DundasBRT.

The live session will feature updates from project experts and an opportunity to ask your questions.

The Dundas BRT project involves evaluating a proposed transit corridor along a 48-kilometre stretch of Dundas Street from Highway 6 in the City of Hamilton through to the Kipling Transit Hub in Toronto, linking Etobicoke and Mississauga City Centre.

Engagement on Toronto, Mississauga West, and Halton and Hamilton will continue through 2024.

For more information, visit the Dundas BRT project webpage.

June 25, 2024
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Metrolinx Announcement – Upcoming Construction Impacts – GO Expansion

By Announcement, Resources

 GO service is expanding to serve you better – with more frequent service, more stations, cleaner technology, and more connections.

 

As part of investigative work for the GO Expansion project, crews will be drilling vertical boreholes to assess ground conditions within the Lakeshore West rail corridor. This work will support future track and infrastructure updates.

 

Starting Monday, July 8th, drilling is scheduled to take place overnight for approximately 5 months. Borehole drilling is sequenced and moves throughout the rail corridor as work progresses. Daytime working hours are scheduled whenever possible; however, some activities are required to take place overnight when trains are not in service.

 

Residents may experience some noise and minor vibration from the drill and other construction vehicles or equipment.  Noise and vibration monitoring will take place and mitigation measures will be applied as required. Work will take place within the rail corridor.  We apologize for any inconvenience and ask for your patience as we complete this critical work.

 

The attached notice has been mailed to residents impacted by this construction along the Lakeshore West Corridor. We will also be featuring this construction notice in our newsletter and on Metrolinx.com.

 

June 25, 2024
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Mayor Carolyn Parrish and Ward 5 Councillor Natalie Hart take their Oaths of Office

By Announcement

The City of Mississauga’s newly elected Mayor, Carolyn Parrish and Ward 5 Councillor, Natalie Hart took their official Oaths of Office this evening during a special council meeting held at the Living Arts Centre.

The City of Mississauga’s newly elected Mayor, Carolyn Parrish and Ward 5 Councillor, Natalie Hart took their official Oaths of Office this evening during a special council meeting held at the Living Arts Centre. They were formally sworn in for the final two years of the 2022-2026 Council term by City Clerk and Director of Legislative Services Diana Rusnov.

 

Mayor Parrish and Councillor Hart will join the current sitting members of Mississauga Council:

  • Ward 1 Stephen Dasko
  • Ward 2 Alvin Tedjo
  • Ward 3 Chris Fonseca
  • Ward 4 John Kovac
  • Ward 6 Joe Horneck
  • Ward 7 Dipika Damerla
  • Ward 8 Matt Mahoney
  • Ward 9 Martin Reid
  • Ward 10 Sue McFadden
  • Ward 11 Brad Butt

In her address, Mayor Parrish shared her excitement and hopes while outlining her aspirations, and priorities for the two years remaining in her term.

The Mayor is looking forward to strengthening Mississauga as a multicultural and diverse City, and commented on her commitment to refining the City’s budget process through quarterly community budget consultations.

Councillor Dasko congratulates Mayor Parrish and Councillor Hart and looks forward to collaborating with them to make Mississauga a world class city.

June 25, 2024
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Notification of herbicide application for the control of invasive plants

By Parks, Ward 1

This is to notify you of upcoming herbicide application to control Phragmites, beginning July 5th, at Cawthra Woods.

Contractors working on behalf of the City, Credit Valley Conservation Authority, will apply VisionMax (Glyphosate) directly to the plants using a handheld/backpack sprayer to minimize impacts to plants in the surrounding area. Notification signs will be posted at all access points to the spray area at least 24 hours prior to treatment and will be removed no less than 48 hours after treatment. Treatment should be completed within 2 weeks, but the timelines may be extended as needed depending on weather conditions.

This work supports the City’s Invasive Species Management Program and improves the health of natural areas across the City.

The Park Supervisor and 311 have been notified of these operations.

June 24, 2024
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Summer Arts Mississauga Programs

By Events, Youth

Unlock Your Creativity this Summer with Summer Arts Mississauga!

Join CreativeHub 1352 during the month of July, for an unforgettable artistic journey! Dive into a world of endless possibilities with our diverse array of workshops designed to ignite your passion for creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a budding enthusiast, there’s something for everyone.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of painting, drawing, textile arts, fibre arts, performing arts, jewellery making, printmaking, mosaics, and beyond! With our wide range of workshops, you’ll have the opportunity to explore new mediums, hone your skills, and unleash your imagination.

Learn more

June 23, 2024
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Slow Down Move Over Save Lives

By Food for thought, Resources

When approaching an emergency vehicle with flashing red lights or red and blue lights, or a tow truck with flashing amber lights stopped on the side of the road, you’re required by law to slow down and proceed with caution. If the road has two or more lanes, and it’s safe to do so, drivers should change lanes providing space for stopped service vehicles. Penalties include:

  • minimum fine of $400 and three demerit points upon conviction.
  • penalties for any subsequent offence (within 5 years) may include $1,000 to $4,000 in fines, possible jail time up to 6 months and possible suspension of driver’s license up to 2 years.

June 23, 2024
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Metrolinx Upcoming Construction Impacts – Eaglewood Intersection

By Announcement, Resources, Ward 1

 

 

The attached notice has been mailed to residents impacted by this construction between Mineola and Lakeshore. We will also be featuring this construction notice in our newsletter and on Metrolinx.com.

As construction on the Hazel McCallion Line progresses,  crews will be connecting the communities on the east and west sides of Hurontario Street at Eaglewood Boulevard with a new signalized intersection and bridge structure over Mary Fix Creek, set to open to July 4, 2024.

Demolition of the bridge structure at Inglewood Drive will take place after the new intersection at Eaglewood Boulevard is opened to road users. Demolition works are scheduled to take place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. from July 5, 2024, to July 29, 2024. No night or weekend work is planned for this activity. Work could be rescheduled and delayed due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

June 23, 2024
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Get ready to roll, Mississauga: City launches shared e-bikes and e-scooters system

By Announcement, Resources

Shared e-bikes and e-scooters are now available for rent across Mississauga for a fee.

June 21, 2024

Starting today, you can rent electric pedal-assist bicycles (e-bikes) and kick-style scooters (e-scooters) in Mississauga for a fee. The City has partnered with Lime Technology, Inc. and Bird Canada to launch its first system of shared e-bikes and e-scooters. The City is offering this new service as an alterative mode of transportation, whether you’re getting to school, work or to run errands. Up to 300 e-bikes and 900 e-scooters will be made available throughout Mississauga at more than 600 locations including near community centres, libraries, bus stops and park entrances. This program allows users to travel throughout Mississauga using another mode of transportation that’s sustainable, convenient and accessible.

“We’re committed to building a more interconnected and accessible transportation network that’s safe for everyone, regardless of age, ability, income or mode of travel. That’s why having a shared system of e-bikes and e-scooters is important. It offers residents another way to move throughout Mississauga, in addition to walking, biking, taking MiWay or driving,” said Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works. “It also promotes active and sustainable transportation while contributing to our climate change goals and healthier lifestyles.”

Graphic of shared e-bikes and e-scooters

Shared e-scooter and e-bike devices

All devices are programmed with:

  • No-ride zones on sidewalks and other restricted areas.
  • Slow-ride zones on busy shared trails and areas with high foot traffic.
  • No-parking zones to ensure trips can only end in areas approved for parking.

All e-bikes have a bell, front and rear lights, reflectors, a height adjustable seat, a step-through frame, a lock, a front basket and a helmet.

All e-scooters have a bell, front and rear lights, turn signals, a lock and a helmet

 

Renting a device

Riders can download Lime Technology, Inc. and Bird Canada’s mobile app from the App Store or Google Play and get set up to ride in a matter of minutes. The app will share more information about the cost, designated pick-up and drop-off locations, and how to unlock a device.

Designated locations to pick up and park a device include City bike racks, street sign posts and lamp posts. In the future, dedicated parking stations will be installed as the program matures.

The app will also share information on safety when riding, where you can ride and information on how to use each device.

Where to ride

Riders must be 16 years old or older to use an e-bike or e-scooter. By law, all e-bike riders must wear a helmet, and all e-scooter users under 18 must wear a helmet. Regardless, all riders are encouraged to wear a helmet for their safety.

E-bikes can be used on multi-use trails, park trails, bike lanes or on any roads, unless otherwise prohibited. E-scooters can be used on multi-use trails, bike lanes and roads with a posted speed limit of 50 km/h or less.

E-scooters can also be ridden on some park trails, so check Lime Technology, Inc. and Bird Canada’s mobile app to confirm which park trails are permitted before you ride. These devices cannot be used on sidewalks.

Remember to obey all road rules, signage, traffic signals and stop signs.

Background

In October 2019, Council supported the recommendation for City staff to look at how a program of shared bikes, e-bikes or e-scooters could be used for travel in Mississauga as part of a Micro-Mobility Program Development Project. Following extensive analysis and community and stakeholder consultation in June 2022, Council approved a recommendation to develop a shared micro-mobility program that offers e-bikes and e-scooters.

In October 2023, staff brought a report to General Committee providing an update on the Shared Micro-mobility Program and recommending that a hybrid docked and dockless, privately owned and operated system of e-bikes and e-scooters be implemented in 2024.

The City's shared e-bikes and e-scooters.

The City's shared e-bikes and e-scooters.

The City's shared e-bikes and e-scooters locked up.

The City's shared e-bikes and e-scooters locked up.

 

June 21, 2024
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Canada Day Port Credit Celebration MiWay Detours – Monday July 1, 2024

By Events, Resources, Ward 1

The attached detours in effect for this year’s Canada Day Port Credit Celebration on Monday July 1, 2024.

During these detours, the following stops will not be serviced by route:

Route 2 North

Last serviced stop – #0345 Elizabeth Street at Park Street

#0311 – Elizabeth/High

#0326 – Lakeshore/Elizabeth

#0336 – Hurontario/Park

Returns to regular routing – #0324 Hurontario Street at Inglewood Drive

Route 2 South

Last serviced stop – #0335 Hurontario Street at Inglewood Drive

#0337 – Hurontario/Park

#0339 – Hurontario/Lakeshore

#0341 – Ann/Park

Returns to regular routing – #0348 Port Credit GO Station

Route 23 East

Last serviced stop – #0222 Lakeshore Road, east of Benson Avenue

#0221 – Lakeshore/Benson

#0222 – Lakeshore/east of Benson

#0223 – Lakeshore/ Mississauga

#0224 – Lakeshore/Front

#0325 – Lakeshore/Stavebank

#0326 – Lakeshore/Elizabeth

#0341 – Ann/Park

Returns to regular routing at:

#0344 Port Credit GO Station

#0345 Elizabeth Street at Park Street

#0311 – Elizabeth/High

#0323 – Lakeshore/Hurontario

#0353 – Lakeshore/Elmwood

#0354 – Lakeshore/Cumberland

#0355 – Lakeshore/Hiawatha

#0356 – Lakeshore/Wenonah

#0357 – Lakeshore/Shaw

#0435 – Lakeshore/Beechwood

#0436 – Lakeshore/Hampton

#0437 – Lakeshore/Cawthra

Returns to regular routing – #1813 Lakeshore Road at Montbeck Crescent

Route 23 West

Last serviced stop – #3274 Lakeshore Road at West Avenue

#0455 – Lakeshore/Cawthra

#0456 – Lakeshore/west of Cawthra

#0457 – Lakeshore/Beechwood

#0358 – Lakeshore/Shaw

#0359 – Lakeshore/Seneca

#0360 – Lakeshore/Mohawk

#0361 – Lakeshore/Cumberland

#0362 – Lakeshore/Woodlawn

#0881 – Lakeshore/Rosewood

#0363 – Lakeshore/Ann

#0341 – Ann/Park

Returns to regular routing at:

#0314 – Port Credit GO Station

#0345 – Elizabeth Street at Park Street

#0311 – Elizabeth/High

#0302 – Elizabeth/Lakeshore

#0377 – Lakeshore/Stavebank

#0378 – Lakeshore/west of Stavebank

#0267 – Lakeshore/John

#0268 – Lakeshore/Mississauga

Returns to regular routing – #0637 Lakeshore Road at Wesley Avenue

 

June 20, 2024
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