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 Food and Drink Fest
Saturday, June 8 12-9PM Memorial Park, King City More details Online tickets with discounted prices available until June 7 11pm.
Public Meeting for Priestly Demolition
On June 3rd there is a Council Public Planning meeting in order to hear applications regarding plans for two properties on the Lloydtown Aurora Rd. in the hamlet of Kettleby. Specifically it is for the properties where Priestly Demolition is currently located. In...
Amended Countryside Zoning Bylaw
On May 27 Council agenda there is a report with a recommendation to approve Bylaw 2024-028 which will amend the Countryside Zoning Bylaw approved by Council in September 2022. As reviewed the latter has not been in full force due to 17 appeals; since its approval the...
Neighbourhood Plans
On May 27 Council agenda there is a staff report about creating Neighbourhood Plans for two areas: one in King City called Doctors Lane and one in Nobleton called Old King Rd. As reviewed this report’s purpose is to get Council direction to prepare conceptual...
Community Assistance Program
On May 27 Council agenda there is a report about an update to the Community Assistance Program (CAP). I think the idea of establishing three funding streams is very smart as they are each different. One to provide support for programs offered through King Township’s...
5 year agreement with ASK
On May 27 Council agenda there is a report presenting a five year partnership agreement with Art Society King (ASK). I think the King community significantly benefits from the creativity and energy of the ASK volunteers. The evolution of the relationship between ASK...
Enforcing Grading and Storm water Management
On May 27 Council agenda there is a report recommending amendments to the current site alteration bylaw to allow enforcement of lot grading and stormwater management actions which has been approved by Development Services. In truth it seems to me unbelievable that we...
Financial Reports
On May 27 Council agenda there are 6 reports from Finance. To review them go the Council agenda a1, nd scroll down. Subject matter includes 2024 final tax levy, 1st quarter 2024 operating budget, Development Charge Reserve Fund. As always you can participate in the...
Winter Maintenance For Roads
On May 27 Council agenda there is a staff report recommending that the Township's winter maintenance level of service should be modernized to a more efficient and environmentally friendly use of material winter materials. In addition it asks for direction to study and...
Learn About Artificial Intelligence
Tuesday, May 21 6:30 pm-7:15 pm at the King City Library King Library is hosting an informative session on the history and evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This introductory discussion will help you build familiarity with AI by exploring real-world...
Bill 185: implications on King
On May 13 Council agenda there is a comprehensive report from Staff presenting the implications of Bill 185, The Cutting Red Tape To Build More Homes Act and the proposed Provincial Planning Statement. Once again the provincial government is modifying how decisions...
Year 1 Progress in Corporate Strategic Plan
The first staff report on the Council agenda Is an overview of progress made in year one (2023) of the corporate strategic plan (CSP). The framework of a CSP has been adopted “to keep focus on, align efforts, and make significant advancement on actions in the...
Recent Comments
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Hi Debbie, Thank you for highlighting this application for a zoning by-law amendment to allow for an on-farm diversified use.…
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Having toured the facility, I do have a major concern about the co’ed change room and shower facilities. I personally…
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Hi Nancy, I really appreciate your comment as I had noticed the comment that examples were recommended by Ombudsman and…