Mayor and Councillor Welcomes Success of VPD Project to Reduce Disorder in Entertainment District

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Mayor Sullivan and Councillor Kim Capri today welcomed the success of the Vancouver Police Department (VPD)’s pilot project to reduce public disorder in the Downtown Entertainment District. The VPD closed Granville Street to traffic during the August and September long weekends this summer.
“Reducing public disorder in the entertainment district is one of the key objectives we have identified in Project Civil City,” said Mayor Sullivan. “As Chair of the Police Board, I want to congratulate Chief Chu and the men and women of the VPD for this innovative approach.”

Mayor and Councillor Welcome Launch of National Mental Health Commission

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Mayor Sam Sullivan and Vancouver Councillor Kim Capri welcomed the launch of the Government of Canada’s new Mental Health Commission. Earlier today, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the final selection of the Commission’s Board of Directors at a gathering of international leaders in the mental health field.

“Delivering compassionate solutions to social challenges is one of the goals we have established for our government,” said Mayor Sullivan. “While we are making significant progress, municipal governments cannot tackle these issues alone. Renewed leadership, direct investment and innovation are required from all levels of government to battle mental illness across Canada.”

Mayor Welcomes Provincial Government’s Progress on Riverview

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Mayor Sam Sullivan today welcomed reports that the British Columbia government is planning a “massive” development of the current Riverview facility to create more social, market and assisted housing in the Lower Mainland. Earlier this year, Mayor Sullivan said he wanted the provincial government to reconsider the downsizing of the Riverview facility.
“Premier Campbell and Minister Rich Coleman deserve a lot of credit for the work they are doing to establish more social and supportive housing in Vancouver and across the province,” said Mayor Sullivan. “The announcement today about the province’s plan to develop the Riverview site is a very positive step to help address many of the social challenges we face throughout Metro Vancouver.”

Mayor Sullivan Asks City Manager to Initiate Urgent Action to Help Protect Vancouver Port & Marine Environment

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Mayor Sam Sullivan has asked the Vancouver City Manager to take urgent action to help protect the Vancouver Port, Stanley Park and the marine environment following today’s oil spill near Port Moody.
“I have asked the City Manager to coordinate our response with federal, provincial and other municipal authorities on an urgent basis,” said Mayor Sullivan. “If required, the City of Vancouver is prepared to activate our emergency plans to protect the environment.”

Mayor & Councillors to Support Little Mountain Housing Policy

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Public consultation process must include input from local residents: Sullivan
Mayor Sam Sullivan today confirmed that he will support a Little Mountain Housing Policy being proposed for Thursday’s City Council meeting. Mayor Sullivan met with Little Mountain residents last night to discuss the plan.
“The Little Mountain housing policy will help achieve the five goals I have established for my government,” said Mayor Sullivan. “In addition to representing an opportunity to create a high quality, higher density and socially inclusive community, this plan will generate funds that can be used to develop social and supportive housing in Vancouver and around the region.”

Mayor Supports Consultation Process & Planning Toward Millennium Line Completion

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Broadway West review supports EcoDensity principles: Sullivan

Mayor Sam Sullivan today announced his support for a $1 million TransLink led study and public consultation process to explore options toward completion of the Millennium Line. The Broadway West Millennium Line study will play a key role in helping to promote the City of Vancouver’s EcoDensity initiative.

“Making Vancouver a world leader in environmental stewardship is one of the five goals I have established for my government,” said Mayor Sullivan. “The Millennium Line completion is the City of Vancouver’s number one transit infrastructure priority. I look forward to working with TransLink in the coming months and listening to local businesses and residents.”

Statement by Vancouver Mayor Sam Sullivan regarding Vision Vancouver Councillor Tim Stevenson

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Mayor Sam Sullivan issued the following statement today:

“I am disappointed to learn today of Vision Vancouver Councillor Tim Stevenson pleading guilty to drinking and driving.

Drinking and driving has serious ramifications to countless families and communities across the country. It is an issue that must be taken very seriously.

ROY MAH DAY

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At today's City Council meeting, Mayor Sam Sullivan declared July 12, 2007 as "Roy Mah Day" in the City of Vancouver. The following is a copy of the Proclamation: "ROY…

Mayor & Councillors to Support Resolution for Multicultural Helping Village

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Mayor Sam Sullivan and Councillors today confirmed plans to vote for a proposed City Council motion resolving to support the development of a Multicultural Helping Village partnership in Vancouver. Councillor B.C. Lee will present a formal motion at tomorrow’s City Council meeting — seconded by Councillor Elizabeth Ball.

“Vancouver’s Multicultural Helping House Society has been helping newcomers integrate successfully into Canadian Society for over a decade,” said Councillor Lee. “This resolution recognizes the Society’s current facilities are no longer adequate to address the growing needs of the communities they serve.”