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 2023
Dates for events and meetings leading up to approval of 2023 Budget have been identified. Some key ones: January 4 the operating and capital budget book will be released; Tuesday, January 17 is an in person open house. We are targeting for approval February 6.
Find All the Lights in King
Ready to light up your holiday season while helping others? Get your map for the Holiday Light Tour for just $10 to view the festive lights of King Township. All funds raised will help Christmas in King provide nearly 400 people with gifts, hampers of festive foods...
Demolition in Ketttleby
On December 12 Council agenda there is a report recommending approval of a demolition application to demolish a drive shed at the rear of a listed property in Kettleby. The Heritage Advsiory Committee recommends approval of requested demolition and maintaining the...
Demolition in Ansnorveldt
On December 12 Council agenda there is a report recommending approval of a demolition application for a dwelling in Ansnorveldt as agreed by the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC). Council's approval is required as the property is "listed: on the municpal register. ...
Metrolinx Coming to King Council
At Monday, Dec. 12 Council meeting there will be a deputation by Metrolinx to review Metrolinx Projects in King Township. I am expecting to hear details for modifications to the GO train station including parking expansion, access to the station and the status of...
Meeting the Demands of Bill 109
On December 12 Council agenda there is a report reviewing the recommendation as to how the various planning applications will be managed in order to meet the tightened timelines mandated by Bill 109. The latter imposes financial penalties on a municipality if the new...
Comments on Bill 23
On Council agenda for December 12th there is a staff report making comments on Bill 23 with the objective of these remarks being posted on the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) which has a deadline of December 30. Bill 23, (More Homes Built Faster) was...
New Development on Hwy 27: Crisdan Holdings
On December 5 there is a public meeting for application for a zoning bylaw to facilitate the building of a 6 storey building; it includes 169 residential units with commercial at ground level. The development includes demolishing 3 current houses but retaining and...
Public Meeting for draft subdivision on Dufferin
On December 5 there is a public meeting for applications for a zoning bylaw amendment and draft subdivision for property west side of Dufferin north of the rail line. The proposal is for a residential development comprised of two 5 story condominium buildings and...
We Need the Greenbelt!
Contrary to numerous promises the Province is proposing to carve out 7,400 acres from the Greenbelt (GB) across 10 municipalities, including >600 acres in King on west side of Bathurst north of DAvid Drive. The latter is to contribute to the goal of buidling 1.5...
Saving the Greenbelt
Important rally to tell the Province to NOT carve up the Greenbelt. For more information go to Concerned Citizens of King Township.
Main Street Christmas
Main Street Christmas is on Saturday December 3. The parade with floats, music and Santa is at 4PM. The spectacular Farmers' Parade of Lights is at 8pm. Admission is $5/adult; children under 12 are free. Here are more details.
Recent Comments
I'll be there! And some of my friends too. Enjoy! Last year was an experience of a different kind, and…
Nobody minds population growth -it's a fact of life and Canada as a whole needs more people - esp. young,…
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.…