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.
Off Road Vehicles: not on trails & parks
Off road vehicles are not permitted on roads, sidewalks or trails. If you observe such activity contact King Bylaw (905 833 4002) and/or report it to York Region Police Roadwatch. For legal enjoyment of these vehicles you need to have permission to use private...
Different Summer Camp Choices
With reluctance it has been announced that King's summer camp program will not be happening this year given the the uncertain health issues of COVID-19. Truly a tough decision as the program has been much appreciated for 20 years. A modified summer experience is...
Public Planning Meeting
Monday June 29 there is a Public Planning Meeting at 6 pm. The meeting will be a virtual one. It will be live streamed so that public can observe. Further below is information on how to participate. There are 2 agenda items. One is the statutory public meeting...
Longterm thinking: masterplan for Community Services
Right now our attention span is understandably very short term in nature: what can we do now and what new activities will be deemed safe next week. But, there is need for some longterm thinking: Parks Recreation & Culture is working on its master plan for...
Curbside Pick Up at our Libraries
Curbside pick-up at the King libraries is beginning June 8th. Here is how to once again access all the materials at our libraries.
Explore the trails without picking up a Blacklegged Tick
With the arrival of the warmer weather we are all out doors far more often. And given the restrictions of our activities because of the pandemic exploring the many trails in King is even more popular. The King trail map is a valuable tool for finding new ones. Its...
Recreational Facilities: what’s open
Opening up access to Township recreational facilities and assets is starting. Signage is being posted at the facilities being opened up with details on how to use so that risk of COVID-19 transmission is minimized. At this time organized activities, such as a soccer...
Lloydtown Aurora Rd Bridge across 400 Update
Work to replace the Lloydtown Aurora bridge crossing the 400 continues. May 31 11pm to Thursday, June 11 at 5 AM the southbound off ramp to the Lloydtown Aurora Road will be closed.
COVID-19: Phase 1– opening up in King
As has been well publicized, and welcomed, Province has announced that we are moving into Phase 1 for opening up. It is complicated to know what and when; please check in regularly with King's COVID-19 page. As has been announced many recreational services &...
COVID-19 York Region Data
YORK REGION (May 21) · Dr. Kurji asked join the province’s Rapid Response Table; the group will meet on a regular basis to review key data and information, quickly identify emerging trends and deploy targeted support and resources · York Region provides advice on how...
Water/Wastewater Masterplan
Monday, May 25 there will be a virtual special Committee of the Whole (COW) working session at 5 PM regarding the 2020 draft Water/Wastewater Plan. During the working COW meeting, as ususal, the public is only able to listen to the presentation given to Council and...
Support CHATS with a “click”
As longterm readers know I am very enthusiastic about CHATS (Community & Home Assistance to Seniors). Whenever I have participated in their fundraising efforts, such as "Walk for Wellness") many readers have supported me. Now there is a very easy way to support...
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…