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.
Nobleton Community Hall
On the agenda for Dec. 11 council meeting there is a memo from Director of Community services advising Council that the staff report about the consideration of the repealing bylaw of the heritage designation for the Nobleton Community hall has been deferred till early...
Keele/ King Road Heritage House
On December 11 Council agenda there is zoning bylaw amendment for the property at southeast corner of Keele/King Road where there is a prominent heritage house. As reviewed in the report the proposal is to create a commercial-retail building integrating the heritage...
Concert with Christmas Music
Wonderful way to hear the music! .
Handmade Wooden Toys
Main Street Christmas
A Main Street Christmas will light up Schomberg on Saturday, Dec. 2 starting at 3 p.m. Featuring lively street performers, carolers, fireside readings, children's crafts, a Christmas marketplace, festive treats, Santa’s Parade and a Farmer’s Parade of Lights....
King Bulletin
If you have not done so as of yet I recommend you register to receive the King Bulletin. The December one has just landed in my own inbox this morning; its jammed with information such as the date for registering for winter recreation, holiday closures, survey about...
Main Street Christmas
A Main Street Christmas will light up Schomberg on Saturday, Dec. 2 starting at 3 p.m. Featuring lively street performers, carolers, fireside readings, children's crafts, a Christmas marketplace, festive treats, Santa’s Parade and a Farmer’s Parade of Lights....
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...
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thank you Dorita for the acknowledgment.
Thank you so much.