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.
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...
208 Martin St
On May 13 council agenda item there is a staff report recommending approval of a zoning bylaw amendment application for a property at 208 Martin St. The purpose of the application is to achieve modifications to certain zoning provisions which would then enable a...
YR Vision Zero-Traveller Safety Plan
At the beginning of the May 13 Council meeting there will be a presentation by Nelson Costa, Manager of Traffic Safety, and Joseph Petrungaro, Director of Roads and Traffic Operations, York Region. Topic is York Region’s Vision Zero - Traveller Safety Plan. If you...
ThinKING Green: Sustainable Development
On May 13 Council agenda there is a report recommending approval of the ThinKING Green: Sustainable Development Standards. Its recommended that all site plan and draft plan of subdivision applications received after September 1 be subject to this program. It has...
Spring Tea in Kettleby
E-Waste Recycle
Do you have old electronics collecting dust at home? e-waste (e.g., small appliances, TVs, computers, cameras, video game consoles, printers, and DVD players) are not collected through regular curbside pick-up and do not belong in the garbage or blue box. Dispose your...
Community Yard Sale
Recent Comments
Hello Sheila, I do not anticipate that this Policy is going to need to less “colourful deputations” at Council. Your…
Inappropriate public negative behaviour is generally routed in prior events or encounters with someone or something. A child’s or adult’s…
Hi Nancy, I really appreciate your comment as I had noticed the comment that examples were recommended by Ombudsman and…
Hi Ian, interesting...good question. I will ask this evening.
Debbie: Would the policy cover the use of drones by the Township?
I do not see any examples of “frivolous or vexatious” behaviour. The report mentions that the Ombudsman suggests that there…
Hello Mary, There is no gym. In the artificial turf fieldhouse with running track, and a multi-use community space where…
Hello Debbie. I don’t see any mention of a gym at this new recreation centre. Is there to be no…
Hello Mary, 1st you submitted your comment at the post re Zancor Centre update. I have copied the comment to…
what does “a new hospital currently in the planning stages” mean?? I don’t think I ever saw it any more…