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.
2023 Operational Performance
On April 15 Council agenda there is a report presenting the 2023 service performance report. This is a new annual report. Its purpose is to provide a review of the municipalities' operational performance from both a volume/demand and quality/value perspective. The...
Procurement Decisions
On April 15 council agenda there two reports about procurement decisions. One seeks approval for a single source solution for a system of software and hardware which will be implemented in our wastewater facilities. The recommended source is one which is used...
Application to Demolish 2221 King Rd
On April 15 council agenda there is a staff report recommending approval of a demolition permit for the property at 2221 king Rd. (King Rd./Doctors Lane). Council approval is required as the property is currently listed on the municipal register. As reviewed in the...
Financial report: awards
On April 8 Council agenda there is the quarterly report of competitive procurement awardsin 1st quarter of 2024.
King Community Climate Action Plan
A draft of the long awaited climate action plan for the community is now available. On Monday April 15 there is a Council working session where it will be presented and Council will have opportunity to ask questions. The last paragraph of the executive summary states...
Neighbourhood Plan Studies
Studies are starting for two areas, one in Nobleton and one in King City, to develop a vision for how we want these areas to evolve. I posted about these studies earlier and provided incorrect dates; the errors have now been corrected. The events for the Nobleton one...
Gardening Workshops
A 3 part gardening series is being held at Cold creek Conservation Area. The series is being offered by Community services. I apologize for not posting earlier as the first one, "Pollinators in Crisis" has already occurred. The subsequent sessions are about...
Buildings In Face of Climate Change
Reminder: Wednesday, March 27 7PM at Heritage and Cultural Centre hear Chris Ballard, CEO passive House Canada; good chance to ask your questions. His talk will follow the annual general meeting of Climate action King. .
Neighbourhood Plan Studies: Open Houses
King Township is launching a community-driven planning exercise to shape the future of priority core areas in the villages of King City and Nobleton. This initiative aims to establish a vision, plan and implement land-use regulations for Doctors Lane in King City and...
Spring Cleaning Season Blooms!
Spring cleaning season blooms in King Township! Join us in preserving our green spaces this spring by bringing the spirit of community engagement and environmental stewardship to life. Many activities are planned to welcome the warmer season; You can do them alone...
Motion To Support OEB Decision
At the March 18 council agenda my motion that the Council support the Ontario Energy Board’s decision to end the gas pipeline subsidy and request that the Ontario Government allow that decision to stand will be considered. I have tabled this motion as the province’s...
Council Remuneration and Expenses
On the March 18 council agenda there is a report presenting the 2023 Council remuneration and expenses. As always you can participate in the Council and make a deputation on this in person or virtually. For details on how to do please see Council agenda. Or you can...
Recent Comments
I prefer the usual system which I believe was from about 6 to 8 pm when more young families are…
It appears there is a gross contradiction about 15th Sideroad/Bloomington future uses. Residential development on the south side was years…
Hi Nancy, Interesting idea...particularly the angle about training. Do you have an idea of specific parks? Hope you will come…
Hi Nancy, Location will never satisfy. I think your point about running it 2 different nights is very valid. thank…
Perhaps dog parks might be something to be considered in some of the parks. Most areas have large park areas…
I wish that the location of these Open Houses was more central to King Township. Couldn’t they at least be…
The details for maintaining our infrastructure are amazing.
The management efforts are most impressive...I had no idea.
Stops signs and excellent idea. Sixty km seems enough IMO, owing to the hills and driveways.
There have been numerous accidents at the 10th Concession and the 17th Sideroad. One accident recently was fatal. Surely that…