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.
Who is NOT funding my election campaign
I have voted with a resounding "yes" to the question from "Campaign Fairness" if I would promise to accept donations only from individuals and not from corporations and not for unions. I have made this pledge to ensure that there is no ambiguity as to whom I am...
Question the 2014 Candidates
Over the next couple weeks there are several opportunities to see and hear those who are running to serve as a Councillor in Wards 2,3,4,5 and 6. Concerned Citizens of King Township (CCKT) are hosting one Oct. 15 for Wards 3,4, and 6 and another one Oct. 20 for Wards...
Collard, Winter & Scott Re-construction Update
As I recently wrote, the reconstruction of Collard, Winter and Scott has not progressed as had been anticipated. I brought it up at Council meeting on Monday; specifically I indicated that the status of the project is very disappointing and that the lack of...
Burns Blvd. is now open!
The most westerly leg of Burns Blvd in King City opened on Monday so that one can now drive south to access King Road. The opening of the road prior to the Township assuming it is in response to residents identifying health & safety concerns about not being able...
1st Advance Voting Day: Saturday 10/11
Daily there are reminders that voting day is Monday, October 27th. But, it really should be advertised as the last day to vote. There are numerous advance polling days; I urge you to take advantage of those advance days as there may be unexpected demands on your...
Knocking On Doors to be re-elected
I am into full campaign mode and am knocking on doors across ward 5. I am delighted that nearly 50% of the time I do find residents at home and am able, at minimum, to introduce myself. And, often there is opportunity for a conversation about issues and what my...
Official Plan Review–public forum
I have written previously about our initiative to review and update our Official Plan. The next formal engagement with the public is Wednesday, Oct. 8th 6:30-9:00 at the Dr. William Laceby Nobleton Arena and Community Centre (15 King Old King Road, Nobleton.) 1st...
York Region Masterplan on Transportation–provide input
York Region is initiating its update of the Transportation Plan for York Region. This plan is the "blueprint" to address the transportation and mobility needs of those living and working in York Region. It covers public transit, roads, trails; it considers all forms...
Emergency Repairs For a Road..but not for Collard, Winter & Scott
When I started this blog my commitment to myself & to my readers was that I would share "the good, the bad and the ugly." This post is both bad and ugly. There is a report on Council agenda for giving a contract for emergency repairs of a road; much to my...
Are you registered to Vote?
If there is any doubt in your mind whether you are on the voters' list I urge you to confirm your status before going to the polls. Being registered before you go to the polls will save you time. You can check your status on King's website and if required you can...
Voting is not the only thing to do in October in King!
There is so much happening in King this month. If you haven't bookmarked Arts Society King (ASK), I strongly encourage you to do so. And for sure check out the once in a lifetime adventure car rally hosted by ASK on October 19. There is Brass, Brats and Beer in...
Debbie Schaefer Wants To Be Re-elected!
October 27th, municipal election day, is less than 6 weeks away and I will be out & about knocking on doors in next couple days. It is an excellent opportunity to meet residents and business owners in Ward 5; I hope that I will be fortunate enough to meet many of...
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…