Welcome to my blog! MY primary objective is to alert my constituents and others in King Township about issues being reviewed at the upcoming Council meetings. I do this as I believe the quality of Council decisions is enhanced when the public is engaged. I hope that residents will make deputations and/or send emails to Council to express their opinion and/or to ask important questions. Also, I include notice of meetings and events which I think are particularly important. I welcome your comments, whether you agree or not with me, and only edit to eliminate inappropriate language.
Recent Posts
September 30
The Indigenous Action Committee, King Heritage & Culture Centre, and the Township of King present the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day Gathering. Come for a meaningful concert featuring Indigenous musicians, speakers, and drummers, as we gather in community for truth, reconciliation, and healing. Learn about the diverse stories, experiences, and histories of...
Surplus Lands
On September 29 there is a report on Council agenda recommending some lands in Nobleton be declared surplus and that they be disposed. The report includes a review of the process for disposing municipal lands after being declared surplus: it begins with obtaining appraisals and ends with negotiations by the Director of Community Services in consultation with the Township solicitor. As always...
19 Old King Road Re-Zoning
On September 29 there is a report on Council agenda recommending that where the lands of 19 Old King Rd. (the Nobleton Community Hall) be rezoned. Currently the zoning is “institutional.” The new zoning is “core area” which will enable the building to be repurposed for commercial use. Previously the concept of a restaurant/pub had been approved by Council and the statutory public meeting for...
Easement on Patricia
On September 29 there is a report on Council agenda regarding an easement agreement at 365 Patricia Ave. This was a most unusual situation: it was discovered that a 750mm storm water pipe outlet was located outside of an existing easement within the established subdivision. As reviewed in the report the discovery occurred when the current property owner demolished the house with an intent to...
Two of your posts, Deb, left me hanging after the ... so I had to read further. Very clever enticement…
Hello Bert, I agree totally with your point that there is the legislative means to ensure that designated properties are…
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I agree with you that Council needs to address this demolition by neglect so that it cannot happen. This should…