Here’s the text and video of Mayor Gregor Robertson’s inaugural address. And here’s an excerpt:

As much as I value the wisdom and experience of my colleagues, we all know there is exponentially more in the homes and offices of our city… in the studios, shop floors and classrooms…in our boardrooms and small businesses … in our galleries, hospitals and parks… there is rich, valuable wisdom and expertise in the people of Vancouver.

In the coming weeks and months, we will be asking every one of you to step up – to offer your ideas and knowledge – to tell us how you want to be involved – to share the mantle of leadership.

Because that’s what citizenship means in the 21st century.

These are challenging times. And we can’t afford not to make every possible use of the creativity, ideas and compassion of our people.