It was a flippin good time

I want to thank everyone who attended my second annual pancake breakfast at the Vellore Village Community Centre on Saturday. Approximately 1,000 friends and neighbours turned out making it a tremendous success.

This was truly a community event. BBQ Gourmet donated and cooked the pancakes and Fontana Gardens donated the hot chocolate and coffee. We had an army of volunteers including many enthusiastic high school students and the Air Cadets Squadron 283 from Woodbridge. Whether it was donating the food and drinks or donating their time, the generosity of many people is very much appreciated.

The kids were entertained. Doo Doo the Clown put on another great show and the Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service brought along the newest member of the service, a donated robotic Sparky dog driving a firetruck. The firefighters also took the opportunity to promote fire safety.

On Saturday night I attended an ALS fundraiser for Maple resident Joe Sottosanti. I understand the money is going to be used to make some renovations to Joe’s house. I wish him all the best.

It was an event filled weekend. On Sunday I joined Ronald McDonald for the reopening of a McDonald’s restaurant in Maple. It’s these types of events that make being Mayor so fulfilling. They allow me to get out and speak with Vaughan residents and hear their comments firsthand.

Now back to City Hall.