Mayor Gregor Robertson announced today that he has called a special council meeting for Monday, July 5th, to discuss the current status of oil tankers in Burrard Inlet, given recent concerns about rapidly increasing oil traffic.

 
“We’ve seen a steady increase in crude shipments through Burrard Inlet over the past decade,” said Mayor Robertson. “This has happened largely away from the public eye, and given the horrific scene we have witnessed in the Gulf of Mexico, more and more questions are being raised about the current situation in Vancouver, the safety standards in place, and the long-term plans for Burrard Inlet.”

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Mayor Robertson is inviting Vancouver residents to attend a series of innovative and dynamic presentations kicking off Vancouver’s Greenest City consultations.

On June 23, citizens are encouraged to attend a special edition of Pecha Kucha Vancouver as part of the Greenest City 2020 consultation.

This Pecha Kucha, entitled “Walk the Talk – Green your City” is meant to bring the public, academics and community leaders together to stimulate discussion and action towards making Vancouver the Greenest City in the world by 2020.

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A call for applications has been issued to bring nutritional and diverse foods to up to 17 new locations on Vancouver streets under the first phase of a new food vending pilot program, Mayor Gregor Robertson announced today.

“Vancouver is a world-class city, and it’s time we had a street food scene that reflects the diversity of the people who live here,” said the Mayor. “Having a wide variety of culturally diverse and healthy food options on our streets adds to the vibrant and enjoyable nature of our city. Our new program will provide opportunities for small business operators and expands the menu of interesting food choices now available on our streets.”

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Mayor Gregor Robertson and dozens of local cyclists biked the brand-new separated bike lane on Dunsmuir street Tuesday morning, celebrating the latest addition to Vancouver’s cycling network.

“With this lane, cyclists now have a safe, convenient route to and from Downtown Vancouver,” said Mayor Robertson, speaking with members of the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition and Momentum Magazine. “This bike lane links to the Adanac Bikeway, and the Dunsmuir Viaduct to Homer Street, creating a safe, two-way route providing another way for people to move safely throughout our city.”

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