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.
King Bulletin
The 4th edition of the King Bulletin has been published. If you haven't signed up I encourage you to do so; below is the index for the 4th edition. Click on here and subscribe.
Zoning Bylaw Amendment
On Monday's Council agenda there is report recommending approval of zoning bylaw amendment to provide greater definition and clarity about where cannabis production facilities can be located. As reviewed in the report the challenges to regulating cannabis will also...
Different Council meetings and 2021 Schedule
On Council agenda for November 30 there is a report identifying dates for the Council meetings. Usually this annual report is purely administrative. This year there is one bigger change/news item. Staff are proposing to introduce an additional meeting solely...
Rural Zoning Bylaw Consultations
Monday, Dec. 1 is the first of 3 introductory public meeting about the rural zoning bylaw. See here for more information.
Development Charges
On Council agenda for November 30 there is a Staff report on the proposed new Development Charges (DC) for King. In last Council meeting we had an "introduction" to the subject; in the 11/30 meeting there is much more detail, including the specific projects...
Christmas in King Holiday Light Tour
November 30 is the last day to register your property on the Christmas in King Holiday Light Tour. As it is my habit to drive around King looking for beautiful light displays I am thrilled at this initiative. Buying the map will ensure that I don't miss any and it...
Resolution: phase out gas fired generators for our electricity
At Monday November 30 Council there will be debate on a resolution I have tabled. To summarize: it is a motion to request the government of Ontario to find alternative solutions to future power demands; and very specifically to phase out gas fired generation by...
Forestbrooks Hills subdivision in Schomberg
In November 30 Council there is a report recommending approval of a draft plan subdivision and the zoning bylaw for Forest Hills in Schomberg. This is phase 2 of what has already been built on Roselean Drive. As reviewed there has been significant public...
Driveway widths and Road Occupancy & Closures
On Council agenda there is a report reviewing proposed new bylaw covering the issues of driveways and the periodic requests for road closures or occupancy. As I read through the report, particularly the sections dealing with requests to build new driveways I found...
Stormwater Management Masterplan
Friday, November 27 12noon-1 pm is the first step in public consultation (PIC)for the above. This masterplan sets out the requirements for managing stormwater in existing settlement areas and other defined in the study area. The latter includes the 3 villages and 7...
Holiday Lights
The joy and excitement of Christmas lights is surely even more special this year. To encourage displays and to help each of us find those exciting displays throughout the villages, hamlets and countryside of King Christmas in King 2020 Holiday Light Tour has been...
Rural Zoning Bylaw
December 1 (Tuesday),3 (Thursday),9 (Wednesday) 6-8PM are the dates for the first round of public consultation for the rural zoning bylaw. No need to attend all 3! Pick the one which meets your schedule. Here are more details about the process. You must register by...
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.…