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Greetings from the Mayor Each year, we strive to realize our vision of being recognized on a national and international level as a city of choice in which to live and work which requires an earnest and fervent pursuit of excellence. I want you to know that when we deliver services to you each day we do so with your needs, expectations and desires for a high quality of life in mind. As we aspire toward this goal, we strive to enact principles which are grounded in integrity, accountability and excellence. 2009 will undoubtedly present many challenges and as we navigate the economic uncertainty which lies ahead of us, we will continue to provide you with the high level of service you have come to expect from us. Our priority has always been and will continue to be focused on sound fiscal responsibility and accountability which will enable the City to develop a sound financial blueprint to accommodate our future growth. On a personal note, I had the great privilege and honour of celebrating my 30th anniversary as Mayor of the City of Mississauga in 2008 which caused me to reflect on the many wonderful accomplishments we have achieved together over the years and I am most grateful for the opportunity to serve you, the citizens of Mississauga, whom I consider to be extended members of my family. I am genuinely excited about our future and I have every confidence that by working together, we will face any challenges presented before us and chart a course for the future, emerging stronger than ever. Let us keep in mind however, that the key to any city's success is not solely based on the essential services provided to its citizens - it's the people. We can all make a positive contribution to our community by getting involved. I would encourage all of you to join one of the City's many citizen committees, volunteer your time and effort to a worthy organization or simply help someone in need. Remember that kindness is the golden chain by which society is bound together and we often underestimate the extraordinary power of kindness. By being kinder to one another we can profoundly affect not only our own quality of life but the entire well being of our community. Mississauga prides itself on its diversity and multiculturalism and fortunately, kindness is universal and understood and appreciated by all regardless of gender, religion or culture. So let's make 2009 another year of success for the City of Mississauga. Sincerely,
| | HAZEL McCALLION, C.M.
MAYOR | | 
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