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.
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...
Regulation of Fireworks
On Monday May 9 there is a report proposing a new bylaw to regulate both the sale and the use of fireworks within the Township. The regulations are all about health and safety of the users and those who are in the vicinity of the action. Given feedback I received from...
Go Slower on the 17th (Dufferin-Jane)
On May 9th Council agenda there is a staff report recommending that the speed limit on the 17th sideroad between Dufferin St. and Jane St. be reduced from 60 kilometres an hour to 50. Per the report the reduced speed is being implemented in response to complaints from...
AMPS for parking infractions
On May 9 council agenda there is a report recommending a new process for administering parking tickets. I think we should be implementing this as soon as possible as there are numerous benefits. There is every reason to expect the process the new process will be...
Schomberg Main Street Update
On May 9th Council agenda there is a report giving a comprehensive update on, what I call, the “remake of Schmberg’s Main St.” There is a wonderful exciting transition occurring. Certainly demonstrates what can be accomplished when you get everyone working towards the...
Recent Comments
What I would like to see is the actual recycling of most of the items in the blue boxes. We…
Good overview and assessment of current situation, and the situation that got us to this point . King Twp has…
thank you for your feedback and acknowledgement of the effort required to understand the budget.
Hi Nancy, Working sessions are really education type meeting for Council members. There isa Council report in the agenda and…
This has got to be the strangest working session. “Overview of King’s Citizen Experience Plan” does not allow for citizens…
Hi Deb, as always your blast/posts are SO helpful! You are a marvel. Your summaries are succinct, informative, opinionated with…
Hi Bruce, just yesterday somebody was telling me about Simcoe and the choices they had.
Hi Debbie, Of interest, Simcoe County has had the carts on wheels for recycling, organics and garbage for some time…
Hello John, good question. I cannot answer at this point; you can be sure I’m going to be finding out.
Since the township is saving on the recycling expense, will this savings be passed on to us the tax payers…