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.
Public Meeting re Station Road Development cancelled
Previously scheduled statutory public meeting on Monday, Feb. 27 for the development on Station Road has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled later.
CHATS’ Walk for Wellness
Community & Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS) makes a significant impact on our community; its mission is to enhance the independence of seniors living at home. I welcome the opportunity to participate in CHATS' one and only fund raising event: Walk for...
Metrolinx Interested in Hearing From You Online
Want to engage in the Metrolinx expansion? To date there have been public open houses and information sessions; now there is an online opportunity to provide your input. Specifically, Metrolinx is developing a Community Charter which will define its relationship...
Speeding Up the Internet
As reported previously King is applying for funds to increased broadband capacity across the Township. An accurate picture of current capability is required. If you haven't tested and reported your download and upload speeds please do. Final deadline is February...
Bridge Options for Crossing Eaton Hall Creek
Thursday, February 16 7:30-9:30 PM there is public information session regarding the development west of Dufferin/south of 15th Sideroad. Very specifically plans and options for a road crossing of the Eaton Hall Creek is presented. This session is structured as a...
Silent Candlelight Vigil
JOIN your fellow community members in a Silent Candlelight Vigil for all those touched by the horrific events of Sunday January 29 in Quebec City. STAND UP for our Canadian values such as living in peace, tolerance, understanding and compassion. SHOW YOUR...
Acquisition of HMDCS School
On 2/6 Council agenda there is report on the acquisition of the school in Ansnorveldt. The school was formerly the Holland Marsh District Christian School; the latter moved to a new building and site 18 months ago. As indicated it is not yet confirmed whether the...
LCBO Signage in King City
A Staff report on 2/6 Council agenda addresses the issue of signage for LCBO to be opened in the Kingridge Market (west Dufferin/north King Road.); specifically whether all illuminated signs need to be illuminated by external sources. There are 2 policies in conflict...
Planning Act Changes….Bill 73
There is an informative Staff report on Council agenda 2/6 reviewing particularly relevant changes to the Planning Act under Bill 73 which came into full force July 1, 2016. For those who have become involved with development applications some of the changes will be...
Improving Work Processes for Better Service
On February 6 agenda there is a progress report from EPW and Building Department on their accreditation initiative. In my previous life in a large global corporation I participated in such programs (ISO9000) and have seen the significant benefits achieved. There is...
New “no parking” on Burns
On February 6 Council agenda there is a Staff report recommending "no parking" on west side of Burns south of King Road. As identified in the report the restriction is being proposed to address a safety issue due to poor sight lines when exiting Springhill...
Looking After Structural Features
I am disappointed with a report on 2/6 Council agenda regarding the long term maintenance policy for decorative landscape features and structural elements. I do agree with the one specific recommendation that there be a discretionary reserve for accumulating...
Recent Comments
What I would like to see is the actual recycling of most of the items in the blue boxes. We…
Good overview and assessment of current situation, and the situation that got us to this point . King Twp has…
thank you for your feedback and acknowledgement of the effort required to understand the budget.
Hi Nancy, Working sessions are really education type meeting for Council members. There isa Council report in the agenda and…
This has got to be the strangest working session. “Overview of King’s Citizen Experience Plan” does not allow for citizens…
Hi Deb, as always your blast/posts are SO helpful! You are a marvel. Your summaries are succinct, informative, opinionated with…
Hi Bruce, just yesterday somebody was telling me about Simcoe and the choices they had.
Hi Debbie, Of interest, Simcoe County has had the carts on wheels for recycling, organics and garbage for some time…
Hello John, good question. I cannot answer at this point; you can be sure I’m going to be finding out.
Since the township is saving on the recycling expense, will this savings be passed on to us the tax payers…