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.
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...
Steps To Re-purpose A Heritage Building
On the March 18 council agenda there is a report addressing two necessary steps to enable moving forward with plans to execute some renovations to the Immanuel Baptist Church located at the Heritage and Cultural Centre. Specifically it's recommended to approve a...
Street Name In Nobleton
On the March 18 council agenda there is a report recommending a street name for the Tribute subdivision in Nobleton. As I have expressed at other times I like very much how new street names are selected. "Herbert Watson Way" is proposed for Street 'A" in the...
Artsy Fun For All
Buildings In Face Of Climate Change
How to mitigate climate change? Much of the time attention is paid to reducing greenhouse gases as I am doing in my motion being considered at Council on March 18. But the answer to building the best houses and other structures in response to climate change...
Edward Pottage House
On the March 18 council agenda there is a report recommending that Council proceed with designating the property on the Lloydtowntown Aurora Rd associated with the founder of the hamlet of Pottageville, Edward Pottage. I am thrilled to see this designation being...
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…