Vaughan Accord

Vaughan Accord

We acknowledge that it is a privilege to be elected as a Member of the City of Vaughan Council for the 2018-2022 term of office. As Members of Council we honour that privilege by dedicating ourselves to the task of city-building, knowing that a vibrant and successful city depends on a Council that is prepared to work together, constructively, and always in the interest of the City of Vaughan.

Accordingly, we commit to:

• Ensure that our behaviour is at all times consistent with the City’s core values of Respect, Accountability and Dedication;
• Follow the Code of Ethical Conduct for Members of Council, and all City policies that apply to Members of Council;
• Be responsible stewards of the City’s finances, assets, services, public places, and the natural environment;
• Provide stable, transparent and effective governance, focused on achieving excellence, and to set this standard for all City goals and objectives;
• Act constructively, with mutual respect, and with respect for all persons who come before us;
• Provide and promote, through effective communication, meaningful and inclusive citizen engagement;
• Create conditions for an economic environment which promotes innovation, productivity enhancement and job creation;
• Inspire cultural growth by promoting sports, the arts, music, theatre and architectural excellence;
• Promote unity through diversity as a characteristic of Vaughan citizenship;
• Remember our history and heritage by protecting and preserving important landmarks;
• Exercise a leadership role beyond our borders by sharing our ideas, knowledge and experience widely; and
• Strive to achieve the best possible quality of life and standard of living for Vaughan residents.
• And that by signing this Accord, we the elected Members of Council pledge to keep this commitment, and to serve the City of Vaughan in a manner that will reflect a positive image of the City and instil civic pride.

Dated at Vaughan, Ontario, on this 4th day of December, 2018.