News and Updates in King Township

I use this blog to inform you of issues within the Township which are being assessed at the Council table as well as tell you about events happening in the Township which are of interest.

Winter Recreation Programs (with swimming) Now Available

Registration for all recreation programs including swim lessons opens at 7 a.m. on December 9.  Programming for the Zancor Centre begins week of January 27 following the official opening on Sunday January 26.  All other programming begins week of January 13.  The full...

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Zancor Centre Update

Zancor Centre Update

The Zancor Centre has reached a significant milestone with the granting of partial occupancy, marking a crucial step towards its official opening. This development signifies that specific areas within the building have been inspected and deemed safe and suitable for...

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Southlake Health: strategy for moving forward

Paul Wood, President and CEO published this letter ,in late November, presenting the strategy for Southlake (now Southlake Health) over the next decade.  As I know many depend on  the services of Southlake and that some participated in the outreach session earlier...

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2025 Budget

On Monday November 25 Council agenda there is a staff report recommending approval of the budget for 2025.  The proposed budget requires a property tax increase of 3.68% on the Township portion.  (Recall that the property tax is based on 3 components:  17% school...

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Motion About Safety on Rural Roads

On November 25 Council agenda there is motion by Councillor Anesty which has been seconded by Councillor Asselstine regarding establishment of an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program.   Here is the motion. I am  very supportive. If you would like the Council to know your...

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Motion regarding Bail Reform and Bill C-48

On November 25 Council agenda there is motion by Councillor Boyd which has been seconded by Mayor Pellegrini  regarding  Bail Reform and Bill C-48   Here is the motion.  I am  very supportive of what the motion requests.  I am not so sure about the second "whereas"...

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Community Safety Meeting

On November 18th York Region Police (YRP)and King hosted a meeting about community safety.  The meeting was in response to incidents in Nobleton.  But, the information and learnings presented by YRP .  re totally relevant to any community/neighbourhood in King.  If...

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413 is NOT a done deal

413 is NOT a done deal

November 19 I listened to very informative, well researched webinar  hosted by Environmental Defence.  As someone who has been opposed to this highway for years on the basis that it doesn't solved the stated problem, there is an easy alternative for reducing the truck...

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2025 Water and Wastewater Rates

On November 12 Council agenda there is a report recommending water and waste water rate for 2025.  The blended water/wastewater rate proposed increase for 2025 is 2.17% (0% increase on the fixed portion and 3.35% for the variable portion of the charge). This includes...

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Status of Capital Projects

On November 12 Council agenda there is a report  providing  a status update of capital projects with updates as of October 31,2024, with 20 recommended for closure..  Its a very thorough and  easily understood report.  When I read it I feel fortunate that there is...

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Forecasted Variance Report

In the November 12 Council agenda there is report presenting the  forecasted variance report using Q3-2024 actuals (up to September 30, 2024) and projections to the end of the year for each department. Thed variances are measured against the Council approved the...

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Motion Requesting Predictable Funding

On November 12 Council agenda there is motion by  Mayor Pellegrini which has been seconded by Councillor Boyd.  Here is the motion. I am  very supportive.  The intent is to achieve predictable and sustainable funding to municipalities, allowing for better longterm...

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Recent Comments

 

  1. Hello Ian.Fist I will say that I understand your disappointment; the road is very rough. have asked Staff for some…

  2. Hello Stephen, I am so glad that have looked at the budget and have asked a great question. This DC…

  3. The Zancor building has not been funded by residents taxes, but $22,900.00 is raised by decelopent charges. Where is that…

  4. I do agree that road safety on King's rural roads should be addressed. How does passing a motion improve rural…

  5. Thank you for the update on the planned budget for 2025. I am disappointed that Manitou Drive will not be…

  6. “king neighborhoods are getting quieter”….not Believe me, it’s not the train whistles that are causing the noise in King.

  7. It really makes no sense, in the long run, not to have homes being built that are more energy efficient.…