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.
Motion About Safety on Rural Roads
On November 25 Council agenda there is motion by Councillor Anesty which has been seconded by Councillor Asselstine regarding establishment of an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program. Here is the motion. I am very supportive. If you would like the Council to know your...
Motion regarding Bail Reform and Bill C-48
On November 25 Council agenda there is motion by Councillor Boyd which has been seconded by Mayor Pellegrini regarding Bail Reform and Bill C-48 Here is the motion. I am very supportive of what the motion requests. I am not so sure about the second "whereas"...
Community Safety Meeting
On November 18th York Region Police (YRP)and King hosted a meeting about community safety. The meeting was in response to incidents in Nobleton. But, the information and learnings presented by YRP . re totally relevant to any community/neighbourhood in King. If...
413 is NOT a done deal
November 19 I listened to very informative, well researched webinar hosted by Environmental Defence. As someone who has been opposed to this highway for years on the basis that it doesn't solved the stated problem, there is an easy alternative for reducing the truck...
2025 Water and Wastewater Rates
On November 12 Council agenda there is a report recommending water and waste water rate for 2025. The blended water/wastewater rate proposed increase for 2025 is 2.17% (0% increase on the fixed portion and 3.35% for the variable portion of the charge). This includes...
Status of Capital Projects
On November 12 Council agenda there is a report providing a status update of capital projects with updates as of October 31,2024, with 20 recommended for closure.. Its a very thorough and easily understood report. When I read it I feel fortunate that there is...
Forecasted Variance Report
In the November 12 Council agenda there is report presenting the forecasted variance report using Q3-2024 actuals (up to September 30, 2024) and projections to the end of the year for each department. Thed variances are measured against the Council approved the...
Motion Requesting Predictable Funding
On November 12 Council agenda there is motion by Mayor Pellegrini which has been seconded by Councillor Boyd. Here is the motion. I am very supportive. The intent is to achieve predictable and sustainable funding to municipalities, allowing for better longterm...
Nobleton Septic Disconnection Program
On November 12 Council agenda there is a staff report on the Nobleton septic Disconnection Program. As reviewed in the report the Region of York’s Nobleton Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) is in the process of being expanded to support growth in Nobleton....
Budget 2025
The process for determining the budget and ultimately the property tax for 2025 is underway. I urge you to look at the budget and provide feedback. A great way to lean what is being proposed is to attend the public open house on Wed. November 13. This is an easy...
Severance at 15 Charles
On November 4 there was a statutory public meeting for an application regarding a development application at 15 Charles St;, King City. The application is for both an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning Bylaw amendment to enable a severance at 15 Charles so that...
Transportation Master Plan
King Township is taking a significant step toward a sustainable and efficient future for local travel by developing a new Transportation Master Plan (TMP). This comprehensive roadmap will guide the enhancement of a multi-modal transportation network, covering roads,...
Recent Comments
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.…
So, Debbie, how did this new system of 1-1 conferences with a Councillor or a Mayor work out? Did you…