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.

Broadband Connectivity

On Feb. 10 Council there is report providing an update about progress on improving broadband connectivity and access throughout King.  As reviewed there has been significant improvement for many people; the report reviews the government jurisdictions and the public...

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Transportation Master Plan (TMP)

Monday, Feb. 10 is TMP day in King.  2-4 PM there is a information meeting for public at Municipal Centre; this is excellent opportunity to talk directly with Staff and consultants, look at maps.  5-6PM is a working Council meeting; public can attend to hear...

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Repealing Heritage Designation Bylaws and Making New Ones

At February 10 Council there is a Staff report recommending i)  the repealing of designation bylaws for the Immanuel Baptist Church and King Station which are located at the Heritage & Cultural Centre and ii) the preparation of a single designation bylaw covering...

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19th SDRD Application for exception for acreage minimum on ORM

At February 10th Council there is a staff report about an application for a boundary adjustment between 2 properties on the 19th SDRD.  Like most applications in King it is complex; as reviewed, the policies of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP) is the...

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Volunteer Appreciation

Its time!  Now is the time to nominate a person who has made a difference in your King community; a person you believes special recognition for all the time and energy they put out for their neighbours and their community.  In addition, i) you can also nominate a...

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2020 Budget Approved

Township Council approved a net tax levy increase of 2.5% on the Township portion to deliver the operating budget of $44.8 million. Given the average residential assessment of $850,000, the increase on the township portion of the property tax is $158.  As indicated in...

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Budget 2020

At January 27 Council there is a report recommending approval of the budget which was originally tabled on Jan. 13.  I consider the recommended 2.89% net tax levy increase to be appropriate.  As reviewed in the report our financial profile is in good shape:  our debit...

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Application for new lot & new permissions in hamlet of Laskay

At January 27 Council there is a public meeting for a zoning bylaw amendment to i) enable the creation of a new residential lot and ii) allow a secondary dwelling in an accessory building on Weston Road in the hamlet of Laskay.    As reviewed in the report there are...

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King Station’s Development on Keele

At January 27 Council there is a public meeting for the development on Keele south of King Road.  This is a long awaited project as it has been over five years since the hoarding featuring a  decorative mural was erected; during this time the site has been cleaned of...

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Budget 2020 presentations

At January 13 Council meetings, there were informative presentations about the 2020 budget.  Looking at a powerpoint, alone at home , never is as good as looking at it while the presenter talks; but, if you missed the meetings the powerpoints alone are better than...

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Public Meeting: for Keele south of King Road

At January 27 Council meeting there is a public meeting regarding the application to build a 4 storey mixed use building including 23 apartments and commercial spaces at grade on west side of Keele south of King Road.  The public meeting is the opportunity for the...

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Recent Comments

 

  1. I'll be there! And some of my friends too. Enjoy! Last year was an experience of a different kind, and…

  2. Hello Jacqui…..your concern is very valid. This subdivision,as is case for any new one within urban boundaries of King City,are…

  3. We refer to the subdivision as “starter castles”. Our main concern is the issue of water. Are these properties on…

  4. Now that a 84 metre monstrosity has been erected directly across from this subdivision, why should there be an objection…

  5. Hi Bruce, I anticipate that my query about why three years will lead to understanding about factors other than the…

  6. Debbie, this is a good question. Three years does seem like a very long time to complete a review. I'm…

  7. The super powers granted to Mayors serve to disallow the Mayor to hide behind the excuse that Council won't approve…