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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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"...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Recent Comments
Hi Nancy, As you have the concern which you have articulated I am glad that you have raised it. There…
Your dedication and super powers are much appreciated, Debbie. Now as we take our partners to task, best wishes for…
Hi Debbie, While I am glad that you got the essence of your Greenbelt motion passed, I was not pleased…
Congratulations, Debbie - and thank you for your leadership on this important motion. It’s great to see Council speak with…
The intentions are proper, the impulse has momentum, the issues are great. One of the largest is how to make…
Thank you for the update, Councillor Schaefer. It’s encouraging to see this conversation continue as we look toward a stronger,…
Thank you for your comments Nancy. I believe my motion does protect the GB by calling for "lands of ecological,agricultural…
In the review of the Official Plan, there are two spots where the proposal is to allow development on the…
thank you Dorita for the acknowledgment.
Thank you so much.