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.
Special Council Meeting: updating the OP
Tuesday, September 26 there is a special Council meeting for the introduction of a the review and update of "our King", our official plan. Issue and scope will be presented. At time of writing I have not had opportunity read the report in the agenda. It will be...
Village Design Guidelines
At September 25 council there will be a presentation on the draft Village Design guidelines and there will be review of the Staff report. The scope of the guidelines is very wide as it includes built structures, street scaping and its elements, parks and trails which...
Go Electric this Sunday in Schomberg
Comedy In King: buy your tickets
Don't delay! Buy your tickets for Comedy In King September 23. I saw Martha last year...there were almost too many laughs. And its a wonderful way to support Christmas in King which brings holiday joy to families in need in King.
Consideration for a Heritage Conservation District
On September 12 Council agenda there is a motion by Mary Asselstine, which I am delighted to second, that there be a report done to review the benefits and feasibility of preparing a Heritage Conservation District Plan for Schomberg. I believe there is strong reason...
2023 Road Improvements
On September 11 Council agenda there is a recommendation for sourcing of services to implement rehabilitation of existing asphalt roads, guide rails, culvert replacements and shouldering on 5 defined roads. As reviewed the 2023 budget included $1.6 million for such...
Avoid Surprises On Your Water Bill
For those on municipal water services the municipal water bill can sometimes be a shock as it shows an unusual volume of water consumed in last quarter. The surprise element can be avoided by accessing the on line portal. Once registered you can access your daily...
Go Electric
Go Electric on September 10 is an easy, pleasant way to learn about the products now available as alternatives to the traditional ones fuelled by fossil fuels. And what you will learn is that the all electric ones are superior in performance. You can talk to...
Zoning Bylaw Amendment on the 10th Concession
At the Council Planning Meeting on September 5 there is report on a zoning bylaw amendment application to enable the construction of a secondary dwelling unit for the purpose of farm help accommodation. I assume that there is no need to justify a second house as I...
Ways To Know What IS Happening In King
If you haven't done so I strongly recommend that you subscribe to the King Bulletin. It will land in your inbox at the beginning of each month with an extensive list of activities and events in the Township. And I also recommend signing up for the weekly eblast from...
Go Electric
This is the 3rd event hosted by Climate Action King. Previous ones got high marks from attendees. This event featuring more vendors showcasing products powered by electric promises to be even better. As evident from the products shown at event replacing gas powered...
September Council Meetings
After a summer hiatus regular Council meetings are resuming. As it has been awhile I am providing below summary of the September Council meetings. Tuesday, Sept 6 the there will be a Public Planning Council meeting at 6 pm. (The Council meetings are usually Monday...
Recent Comments
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Hello Jacqui…..your concern is very valid. This subdivision,as is case for any new one within urban boundaries of King City,are…
We refer to the subdivision as “starter castles”. Our main concern is the issue of water. Are these properties on…
Now that a 84 metre monstrosity has been erected directly across from this subdivision, why should there be an objection…
Hi Bruce, I anticipate that my query about why three years will lead to understanding about factors other than the…
Debbie, this is a good question. Three years does seem like a very long time to complete a review. I'm…
The super powers granted to Mayors serve to disallow the Mayor to hide behind the excuse that Council won't approve…
Amen to you Debbie. I couldn't agree more.
It was different. I think one’s evaluation of it being better or not is highly influenced with one’s previous experience.…
So, Debbie, how did this new system of 1-1 conferences with a Councillor or a Mayor work out? Did you…