Mayor Bevilacqua pays tribute to crossing guards

Valued community members put children’s safety first
 
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua issued the following statement on Crossing Guard Appreciation Day:
 
“Crossing Guard Appreciation Day is an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the men and women who carry out their invaluable service, at and around our schools with pride and professionalism.
 
“We share the responsibility of ensuring our children get to school and arrive back home safely.
 
“Vaughan’s dedicated team of crossing guards are friendly and passionate public servants who contribute to our quality of life by making a difference in the lives of children in our community.
 
“They are friendly faces around school zones throughout the city. They dutifully endure bitter cold and hot summer days – often with a warm smile and enthusiastic waves for neighbours and parents going about their busy lives.
 
“Through this routine, repeated every school day, we see in our crossing guards the same principles we covet for our own children: ­dedication, perseverance and trust.
 
“These are the everyday actions that define our city.
 
“Vaughan’s evolution has been remarkable. Since 2010, we have ushered in many city-building initiatives that showcase our renaissance and bring into focus our bright future.
 
“Throughout this journey together, we have never lost sight of the ideals, values and priorities that demonstrate our city’s compassion as a caring community. 
 
“When the City of Vaughan seeks dedicated citizens interested in becoming crossing guards, without fail, our committed residents answer the call and step up to answer the call of service.
 
“I encourage anyone who strongly believes in the importance of safeguarding our communities, to visit ‘Employment Opportunities’ at vaughan.ca to learn more about becoming a crossing guard.
 
“Join me today in paying tribute to all our hard-working crossing guards throughout the City of Vaughan who help keep our children safe day after day.”
 
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