The last 5 Mayor's Office emails the Star didn't receive
Last Friday, a competing news outlet provided the Star with the last five emails from the Mayor Rob Ford's office that we had not received.
Here they are:
Statement from the Office of the Mayor
November 29, 2011
It is with regret that we announce the resignation of Adrienne Batra, Press Secretary in the Office of the Mayor effective December 2, 2011. Adrienne was part of the election team for Mayor Ford and has served as Press Secretary since he took office in December of 2010.
"Adrienne has been a vital part of our Administration and I want to thank her for her dedication," said Mayor Rob Ford. "We wish her all the best and success in her new endeavours," he added.
"I want to thank Mayor Ford and all of my colleagues for such a unique experience at City Hall," said Batra. "It has been a real privilege to work in the Office of the Mayor."
Batra has been appointed Comment Editor of the Toronto Sun and torontosun.com website and will also be a frequent contributor on Newstalk1010 as the Municipal Affairs Correspondent.
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For further information please contact Sunny Petrujkic spetruj2@toronto.ca.
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Ford's Four Priorities:
1 Customer Service Excellence
2 Transparent & Accountable Government
3 Reduced Cost and Size of Government
4 Transportation City
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Media Advisory
November 28, 2011
For Immediate Release
Toronto - Mayor Rob Ford will speak to members of the media regarding the 2012 staff recommended budget. Mayor Ford will be joined by Budget Chair Councillor Mike Del Grande.
Date - Monday November 28, 2011
Time - 9:15 a.m.
Location - Mayor's Protocol Office, 2nd floor, Toronto City Hall 100 Queen Street West
Note - Media are required to present proper identification if requested.
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Media contact - Adrienne Batra, Press Secretary, Office of the Mayor abatra@torotno.ca
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Ford's Four Priorities:
1 Customer Service Excellence
2 Transparent & Accountable Government
3 Reduced Cost and Size of Government
4 Transportation City
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November 15, 2011
Toronto - Toronto Deputy Mayor Doug Holyday and Councillor Norm Kelly (Chair of Parks Forestry & Environment) will be available to members of the media today to speak about Occupy Toronto at 12:30 p.m. today, November 15 ,2011 at Toronto City Hall in the Mayor's Protocol Office.
This is for media only and proper accreditation will be required.
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For further information please contact Adrienne Batra, Press Secretary Office of the Mayor.
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October 27, 2011
Statement from Mayor Rob Ford
"On Monday morning, I was ambushed in the driveway of my home by two people who rushed up to me screaming and waving at me, while I was trying to leave my home and get my daughter off to school. They prevented me from getting into my van and closing the door. Concerned for my safety and that of my family, I called 9-1-1 for help and retreated into my home. The two individuals fled to their black SUV and left before police arrived."
"I later learned that the two individuals were part of a television comedy program. I remain concerned that their behaviour was traumatic for my daughter and in no way acceptable professional behaviour. They trespassed on my property and refused to leave when asked. They physically prevented me from leaving my property."
"This morning, the same television network responsible for the comedy program published a report alleging that I made foul and derogatory comments towards the female 9-1-1 staff. That allegation is absolutely false."
"When I made the 9-1-1 call, I was concerned and upset. I was repeatedly told police were arriving soon. In another call, I expressed frustration with the delay and said that I had to leave to go to City Hall. I did use the "f-word" at some point as I expressed my frustration with the situation. After being attacked in my driveway, I hope I can be excused for saying the f-word. I never called anyone any names. I apologize for expressing my frustration inappropriately."
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If you have any further questions, please contact Adrienne Batra, Press Secretary, Office of the Mayor abatra@toronto.ca
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October 19, 2011
For Immediate Release
Statement from Mayor Rob Ford
Re: Ombudsman's Report Potholes, Floods and Broken Branches: How the City Handles Your Claims
"I want to thank Ms. Crean and her staff for doing a great service to the residents of Toronto by shining a spotlight on this serious issue. When I served as a Councillor, I had many residents calling me to complain about the third-party liability claims process.
The City Manager now has very clear recommendations, which he has already accepted. Customer Service Excellence is a priority for my administration and this report helps put us on that path."
Mayor Rob Ford
City of Toronto
*The Ombudsman's report will be discussed at the October 24th-25th Council meeting.
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For further information please contact Adrienne Batra, Press Secretary, Office of the Mayor abatra@toronto.ca
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Ford's Four Priorities:
1 Customer Service Excellence
2 Transparent & Accountable Government
3 Reduced Cost and Size of Government
4 Transportation City
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