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.
2019-2022 Community Report
The agenda for the May 30 council meeting includes the 2019-2022 community report. The report is a special publication that provides a comprehensive review of the Township's accomplishments over the past four years, including the most recent audited financial position...
Tax Rates and Tax Billing
The agenda for the May 30 council meeting includes a staff report recommending the tax rate for 2022. In November Council approved a tax increase of.75% for the Township portion of the tax rate. The average increase for the Township portion of municipal tax has...
Various Financial Reports
At 5 pm there is an Audit Committee meeting. You can join by live stream. The agenda of the Committee of the Whole on May 30 includes several important financial reports. I call them "important" as these are the reports which demonstrate how revenues including...
Capital Spending
The agenda for the May 30 council meeting includes a report on capital spending and projects for January-March 2022. It provides a status on all projectrs. Of special interest is the reporting how the grant of $300,000 from the Canada Community Revitalization Fund...
413: why it is so wrong
There are two recent stories in the media about the 413 Identifying the terrible consequences of the of this highway being constructed in the preferred route. The one in Yorkregion.com, based on a hiking tour through one area where the highway will be constructed,...
Parkland Bylaw Administrative Update
The agenda for the May 30 council meeting includes a staff report which presents a Parkland dedication bylaw update. As clearly identified the update of this very important bylaw is largely an administrative type update as opposed to being one modifying the substance...
Nobleton Fireworks
The best way to enjoy fireworks is to see the great spectacle in Nobleton on Monday, May 23 at the Nobleton Arena. Be sure to go early because parking and space fills quickly. For the best views, attendees are welcome to sit in the field behind the Nobleton Arena at...
Fireworks Bylaw Change
In response to concerns and complaints of citizens heard, particularly in 2021, an updated bylaw was passed May 9. Key changes include fewer days that fireworks may be permitted, specifically on Victoria Day, Canada Day and the third day of Diwali Festival, only...
Upcoming Public Meetings
At June 6 Council meeting there will two statutory public meeting. One is for an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning Bylaw Amendement at 12734 Keele to enable a 6 storey apartment building with 78 units; this is south of the development application presented in...
Voting in the Provincial Election
If you are on the voters list for the June 2nd provincial election you should have received a voter information card which tells you your voting locations, both on June 2nd and on the advance voting days. If you have not received it and you are eligible to vote you...
Tree Planting Tyrwhitt Park in Kettleby
Join the tree planting at Tyrwhitt Park on Saturday May14 10 am to 12 noon. It’s a rain or shine event; dress appropriately and bring a filled water bottle. You must register to participate. Its hosted by Neighbourhood Network and Lake Simcoe Regional Conservation...
Corporate Strategic Plan: 3 year progress
On Council agenda for May 9 there is a three year annual progress report of the corporate strategic plan (CSP). The four priority areas of the CSP are: a green and sustainable future, investing in infrastructure, cultivating safe, healthy and resilient communities and...
Recent Comments
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Amen to you Debbie. I couldn't agree more.
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