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.
September 30
The Indigenous Action Committee, King Heritage & Culture Centre, and the Township of King present the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day Gathering. Come for a meaningful concert featuring Indigenous musicians, speakers, and drummers,...
Surplus Lands
On September 29 there is a report on Council agenda recommending some lands in Nobleton be declared surplus and that they be disposed. The report includes a review of the process for disposing municipal lands after being declared surplus: it begins with obtaining...
19 Old King Road Re-Zoning
On September 29 there is a report on Council agenda recommending that where the lands of 19 Old King Rd. (the Nobleton Community Hall) be rezoned. Currently the zoning is “institutional.” The new zoning is “core area” which will enable the building to be repurposed...
Easement on Patricia
On September 29 there is a report on Council agenda regarding an easement agreement at 365 Patricia Ave. This was a most unusual situation: it was discovered that a 750mm storm water pipe outlet was located outside of an existing easement within the established...
Street Names
On September 29 there is a report on Council agenda recommending names in for the two streets in the new subdivision which has been referred to as Mansions of King. I like very much the process we follow for naming new streets. There is the...
Reminder: TMP Open House on Thursday
Drop into the Public Open House on Thursday, Sept. 25 from 6–8 p.m. at Zancor Centre to learn about the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) updates, draft recommendations, and future plans. No formal presentations—just open conversation. At this third Public Open House...
OP Discussion Papers and Open Houses
Discussion papers and one page summaries of the 13 topics are now published on speaking. Its a great deal of reading; I suggest starting with topics which are of specific interest to you. Reminder: Wednesday (9/17) and Thursday (9/18) are the first two open houses...
TMP: PIC #3 and Waste Collection
Share your input on King’s transportation network and waste collection services at the Public Open House on Thursday, Sept. 25 from 6–8 p.m. at Zancor Centre. Drop in to explore Transportation Master Plan (TMP) updates, draft recommendations, and future plans. No...
Age-Friendly Community Public Open House
Share your perspective on aging in place (growing older at home) to help shape King Township’s Age-Friendly Community Action Plan. Join our Age-Friendly Community Steering Committee at an upcoming Public Open House for an in-depth discussion on how King can support...
Transit Initiatives Presentation
Beginning of September 15 Council meeting there will be a presentation by Tamas Hertel, Manager, Service Planning of York Region Transit (YRT). The topic will be the 2026 transit initiatives of YRT,
Demolition Application
On September 15 council agenda there is a report addressing an application to approve demolition of a structure at 342 Kettleby Rd. As reviewed in the report that while the property exhibits construction contextual and design/physical cultural heritage significance...
Marylake Gatehouse Restoration Permit
On September 15 council agenda there is a report addressing an application for a heritage permit to permit restoration work on the Marylake Gatehouse. The report identifies the specifics and reviews the rationale for approving the solutions to be implemented. In...
Recent Comments
For update on St. Rita at Mary Lake LTC suggest you contact it. As indicated in the Age Friendly Community…
The presentation and content of the aging plan in King is impressive. As a potential beneficiary, I appreciate the housing…
Speaking of age friendly communities, what is the latest update on Mary Lake Long Term Care facility? And, are there…
Hi Brad….yes a better price but very importantly it would continue to be at a better price range, even with…
We need smaller, simpler designed homes. Go back to 3 bedroom,1400 sq ft, or 4 bedroom 1500 sq ft, with…
Alan and I have signed up as we are quite concerned about phragmites. I hope that the talk covers that…
Thank you for raising this issue so thoughtfully. One aspect of consolidation that may get overlooked is what happens to…
Parking is always a problem. I totally disagree with discounting the suggested amount of parking. Over in Nobleton where I…
Congratulations, Debbie, on your retirement from municipal government. Thank You for your excellent representation and support of your constituents, as…
Hi Debbie, we have been so lucky to have you representing us in 16 years, voicing up residence’s concerns, debating…