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.

Last Days To Apply For Snow Removal Assistance

Last Days To Apply For Snow Removal Assistance

If you need assistance to remove snow and you believe you are eligible now is the time to make your application.  Registration must be made by Oct. 24. 2025 for this coming winter season. The purpose of the program is to provide Senior Citizens (65 years of age and...

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Official Plan:  public open houses

Official Plan: public open houses

Residents, businesses, and landowners are invited to help shape King Township's long-term vision for future growth. Drop in at one of three interactive Public Open Houses on September 17, 18 or 22 offering themed stations on housing, complete communities, climate...

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Raspberry Social and Community Picnic

Raspberry Social and Community Picnic

In celebration of King Township's 175th anniversary the age-old Raspberry Social & Community Picnic is making a comeback! Attend the free family-friendly event on Saturday, Aug. 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the King Museum. . Bring your own picnic and non-alcoholic...

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Tuesdays With Morrie

Tuesdays With Morrie

I saw King Theatre's production last year.  it was excellent.  Its And its a special experience watching a play on the early evening at Pine Farm on 16th SDRD. Its on various date between Aug. 13 and 28.  To get more details and to buy tickets see here. About the...

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2026 Budget Timeline

  On Tuesday June 17 Council agenda the timeline for the 2026 budget is presented. Key dates:  budget is posted on web October 31; public open house scheduled for November 12; budget included in Council agenda November 24. There is new language in the report as...

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Funding the Asset Management Plan

On Tuesday June 17 Council agenda there is a staff report recommending how King Township can achieve compliance with a Provincial regulation which requires that we have a financial plan for maintaining our infrastructure assets. The big picture intent of the...

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15 Charles Severance

The Council agenda for Tuesday, June 17 (note: not Monday) includes a staff report recommending approval of applications for Official Plan amendment and Zoning bylaw amendment to enable a severance at 15 Charles in King City.  I am not comfortable with the process to...

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Revisions to Growth Management Strategies

The Council agenda for Tuesday, June 17 (note: not Monday) includes a staff report reviewing impact of new Stats Canada information on our Phase 2 Growth Management and Employment Land Strategy. In February Council endorsed a series of recommendations which are now...

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Nobleton Community Hall

The Council agenda for Tuesday, June 17 (note: not Monday) includes a staff report providing an update on the Nobleton Community Hall. As reviewed there is an interested party to lease the building and to make necessary investments in order to operate it as a pub and...

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326 Main Street

The Council agenda for Tuesday, June 17 (note:not Monday) Includes a staff report recommending approval of a zoning bylaw amendment  for 326 Main St.  The amendment facilitates the development of a six story apartment building with 91 apartment units and retains the...

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Mansions of King

On June 2nd Council agenda there is a report regarding the development referred to as Mansions of King (north of king Rd./east of Jane St.)  The property owner has made an application to  revise the draft approved plan of subdivision and to make a zoning bylaw...

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Micro Distillery at 1600 Graham SDRD

On June 2nd Council agenda there is a report regarding an application for a zoning bylaw amendment for 1600 Graham Sideroad. The amendment is being requested to enable an accessory building to be used for a micro distillery, on-farm shop and cafe, and office...

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Recent Comments

 

  1. Hi Nancy, As you have the concern which you have articulated I am glad that you have raised it. There…

  2. Hi Debbie, While I am glad that you got the essence of your Greenbelt motion passed, I was not pleased…

  3. Congratulations, Debbie - and thank you for your leadership on this important motion. It’s great to see Council speak with…

  4. The intentions are proper, the impulse has momentum, the issues are great. One of the largest is how to make…

  5. Thank you for the update, Councillor Schaefer. It’s encouraging to see this conversation continue as we look toward a stronger,…

  6. Thank you for your comments Nancy. I believe my motion does protect the GB by calling for "lands of ecological,agricultural…

  7. In the review of the Official Plan, there are two spots where the proposal is to allow development on the…