Andrew Keyes, Author at Councillor Andrew Keyes

Financial stresses hit residents, businesses, and the City of Markham

Dear residents, neighbours and friends of Ward 5, There have been numerous tragic consequences of the pandemic, namely many of our most vulnerable, our beloved seniors and special needs residents have been hardest hit. Many have lost their lives. We will mourn with the families who have suffered these loses. Thankfully Markhaven has announced there are no cases of COVID in their facility over the Victoria Day long weekend. We must continue to be vigilant to ensure it stays that way. For ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-05-18T20:10:41-04:00May 18th, 2020|

Help staying physically and mentally fit

This is week 8 of the stay at home order. I am not sure we can thank our Health Care and Front Line heroes enough for all they are doing for us. Staying at home has brought new challenges and anxiety we have never experienced before, I know that some of our behaviours have changed as well. We're watching more television, Netflix, movies and with that goes snacking, eating, drinking. The nicer weather is almost on us, our kids will want ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-04-30T19:42:34-04:00May 3rd, 2020|

Resources help residents experience the arts – virtually

Wikipedia explains the arts as the human application and expression of creativity through skills and imagination in order to produce objects, environments and experiences. Most of us have a in interest in some form of The Arts, a quiet or loud voice that enjoys music, film, theatre, dance, art, literature. We hang our children's finger paintings on the fridge, we doodle and sketch, we read, sway, dream in technicolour. With our busy lives managing our own and children's schedules, there is often no time to take ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-04-30T20:11:21-04:00April 30th, 2020|

Coping with COVID-19

Many of us are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and stressed by the demands of family and working from home OR from being laid off and perhaps not having enough money for payments and groceries. Our thoughts focus on getting through the day alone, missing family and friends or juggling our children's home schooling while working, possibly caring for seniors or worrying about seniors who are alone. For those of us who are still working, especially our Health Care professionals, in Hospitals and ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-04-24T13:48:03-04:00April 24th, 2020|

Who was that masked man?

Ward 5 Councillor Andrew Keyes was spotted pulling out household garbage from a beautiful wooded area in our Ward 5 community. He and his assistant Michelle were practising physical safe distancing while cleaning and greening. While they were able to collect a lot of trash, there were many items they couldn't collect ... bricks, concrete, tiles, yard waste, fencing, lumber FOLKS, we have to do better. We can not dump our household waste, renovation material, hazardous items (yes paint cans and ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-04-18T14:13:20-04:00April 18th, 2020|

Markham residents tackle ‘disconnect’ working in coronavirus world

#stayathome – Loss of human 'touch' greatest impact of working from home during COVID-19 crisis Heidi Riedner, Markham Economist & Sun - February 25, 2020 It hasn’t exactly been business as usual during stay-at-home measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The challenge of staying connected has meant a shift in day-to-day operations for those still working. Markham Stouffville Hospital President and CEO Jo-anne Marr, for example, tweeted that communication is key during the fight against COVID-19. “We’re holding ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-04-16T11:31:29-04:00April 16th, 2020|

UPDATE – 9th Line Road Improvements

Update: 9th Line construction was delayed, and is now scheduled for completion this summer - 2020. This fall will see road construction on 9th Line south of 16th Avenue. York Region is finally implementing left turn lanes on 9th Line at Tiers Gate/White’s Hill Avenue and at Fincham Avenue. This should have been done when the road was originally widened, but at least it's getting done. The construction is scheduled to take place from September to Summer of 2020. ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-04-18T14:02:31-04:00April 15th, 2020|

Mayor Frank Scarpitti Online Town Hall Meeting

Join Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Dr. Karim Kurji, Medical Officer of Health, York Region to answer your COVID-19 questions, along with Andy Taylor, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Markham. Let’s talk and share some insights. Get the latest on the COVID-19 pandemic and learn about Markham’s response. Date: Tuesday, April 14th Time: 7:00pm Place: Online Via Zoom The Town Hall event has passed, by you can view it at this link: YouTube - https://youtu.be/PDM25L8yrhs

Andrew Keyes2020-04-16T18:17:14-04:00April 14th, 2020|

Yard waste collection – Updated schedule

Yard waste collection has been reinstated in Markham and will start on April 21. Refer to the updated online 2020 Collection Schedule for your start date. Please keep your yard waste and bags dry until then. Please note Bloomington Compost Depot is open for drop-offs: Monday through Saturday 7am-6pm 1351 Bloomington Rd Richmond Hill, ON Call 1 866-887-6457 for more information Our focus during this public health emergency has been on delivering essential services like blue bin, green bin and waste collection.

Andrew Keyes2020-04-10T21:02:33-04:00April 10th, 2020|

COVID-19 – What Ward 5 Residents need to know

Dear Ward 5 Residents, Please be assured the City of Markham is doing its best to continue operating at full capacity, many staff are working from home but all are still serving residents and businesses at the same high standards. My assistant Michelle and I are available any time, we will respond to emails and phone messages quickly. Mayor Scarpitti briefs Council daily and releases media alerts as necessary. He together with our Executive Leadership Team and our Emergency Operations ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-03-26T13:35:11-04:00March 26th, 2020|

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