Access Richmond Hill
The Access Richmond Hill Contact Centre provides assistance for general inquiries, responds to questions or concerns regarding programs and services as well as accepts in person payments.
Contact Us
905-771-8800
Hours of Service:
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Report Feedback
Report a problem with a service, e.g. missed garbage collection, overnight parking, potholes, street lights, etc.
Mayoral Decisions
The Mayor has special powers and duties under Part VI.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001 (Strong Mayor powers). These include powers to:
- Bring matters to Council that advance certain Provincial priorities and veto any by-laws passed by Council that may interfere with the advancement of those priorities
- Appoint the City Manager*
- Hire and dismiss certain City officials and determine the organizational structure of the City of Richmond Hill*
- Create committees of Council, assign their functions and appoint the Chairs and Vice Chairs of committees of Council*
- Propose the City's budget subject to Council amendments, a Mayoral veto and a Council override process
*The Mayor may choose to delegate these specific powers and duties
The Mayor is required to exercise those powers and duties in writing and make them available to the public, subject to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Mayoral decisions will be posted on the City’s website below.