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.
Budget 2024 at Council
The draft budget and business plan calls for a municipal tax increase of 5.49%. Proposed budget represents an increase of $2.127 million; 1/3 ($.673 million) is to pay for program changes. Having reviewed the justifications for the latter I have come round to...
Christmas and Seasonal on Joy Saturday Nov. 24
.. Looking for a one-of-a-kind holiday gift? From farm-fresh honey and baked goods to soaps, candles, and quilts, browse handcrafted treasures made by local artisans at the annual One of a King Handmade Holiday Market on Saturday, Nov. 25, from 3-7p.m. at the King...
Water Bills For Condo Residents
Earlier i made a post about the recommended 2024 water and wastewater rate report on the November 13, Council agenda. I have just realized that I neglected to draw attention to the proposed changes to the water bills for those living in condominiums. I think the...
Enrich King Program
The agenda for the Nov. 13 Council meeting shows that there will be a presentation by the Recreation Division of Community Services about the Enrich King Program. The latter is a community support program that provides community organizations, businesses, and King...
YRT Initiatives 2024
On November 13 Council agenda there is a briefing note about York Region Transit initiatives for 2024 impacting King Township. I have been told that there will be a YRT representative at Council so I will be able to ask some questions to clarify some of the points...
Community Risk Assessment
On November 13 Council agenda there is a staff report from fire and emergency services about a community risk assessment which has been performed for King. As such an assessment provides guidance for the provision of Fire Protection services in the municipality it's...
2024 Budget Book
The draft budget calls for a municipal tax increase of 5.49% which is higher than what I was hoping for but I can't claim surprise as previous years have been very tight and I was aware that new spending could not be avoided forever. I am still working to fully...
Green Standards in the Ontario Building Code
On November 13 Council agenda there is my motion, seconded by Councillor Asselstine, asking the Province to expedite energy performance green building standard amendments to the Ontario Building Code (OBC). Without these amendments we can only encourage and not...
Water and Wastewater Rates for 2024
On November 13 Council agenda there is the recommendation for water and wastewater rates in 2024. As a portion of the rate is variable the magnitude on each user varies according to their consumption but for the average usage the increase on the blended rate (water...
Refusal on 10th Concession
On November 13 Council agenda there is a staff report recommending refusal of a zoning application for a property on 10th concession to enable a second dwelling for farm help; specifically, concept was to build a large (910 sq m or 10,000 sq ft) house and convert the...
2024 Budget
Budget consultations have started. There are several ways to provide feedback, ask questions: attend the open house Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the Municipal Centre, attend the Council meetings when budget is on the agenda, contact the Treasurer. See details here. To...
Fall Bazaar and Tea in Kettleby
Recent Comments
Hello Sheila, I do not anticipate that this Policy is going to need to less “colourful deputations” at Council. Your…
Inappropriate public negative behaviour is generally routed in prior events or encounters with someone or something. A child’s or adult’s…
Hi Nancy, I really appreciate your comment as I had noticed the comment that examples were recommended by Ombudsman and…
Hi Ian, interesting...good question. I will ask this evening.
Debbie: Would the policy cover the use of drones by the Township?
I do not see any examples of “frivolous or vexatious” behaviour. The report mentions that the Ombudsman suggests that there…
Hello Mary, There is no gym. In the artificial turf fieldhouse with running track, and a multi-use community space where…
Hello Debbie. I don’t see any mention of a gym at this new recreation centre. Is there to be no…
Hello Mary, 1st you submitted your comment at the post re Zancor Centre update. I have copied the comment to…
what does “a new hospital currently in the planning stages” mean?? I don’t think I ever saw it any more…