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.

New Draft OP and Register For Updates

On Council agenda for March 18 the second draft of the Official Plan will be presented.  Completing a new OP is the #1 strategic priority for Council.  As reviewed in the brief report on the agenda we are targeting to have it adopted in September 2019.  At the 3/18...

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Stateview Public Meeting

Stateview Public Meeting

At Monday, March 18 Council meeting at 6 PM there is a public meeting for the Stateview Development.  This is the opportunity for the public to express comments, questions and concerns.  There is no need to register for making a deputation; just come to the meeting...

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Acknowledging a Volunteer

Last day for nominating a volunteer for acknowledgment because they have made a difference in your community is Tuesday March 12.  For nomination details see here.

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2019 budget

2019 budget was tabled at recent Council. Our draft operating budget is about $31 million for 2019 with a proposed net tax levy increase of 2.8% over 2018. Mayor asked Staff to identify opportunities for lowering to 2.3%  You can review the budget in great detail. ...

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Community Grants

If you are involved with a non profit community program which provides programs to the community your group may be eligible to receive a grant from the Township.  Applications for a grant must be submitted by April 1.  Here is a link to the criteria and application...

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2019-22 Draft Budget

The draft operating and capital budgets for 2019-2022 have been released and are on Council agenda 2/25.  Ultimately Council will be approving only the budgets for 2019.   The capital for the recommended projects over the 4 years is $125.7 million.  Our draft...

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Growth Plan Proposed Changes

On 2/25 Council agenda there is a staff report reviewing the proposed submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs as a response to proposed changes to several pieces of legislation including  the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and several others. As...

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Kettleby: a request for demolition

On 2/25 Council agenda there is a report recommending that Council give notice to designate a property at 446 Kettleby Road in Kettleby.  The report is lengthy which is appropriate given the importance of the issue.  As reviewed the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC)...

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Appreciating Our Volunteers

Nominations for formally recognizing individuals who are making a positive impact on our community are now being accepted. There are several categories of awards.  Here is the criteria.  For 2019 there has been a modification to the Special Recognition Award:  there...

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Parking Permits: new option

Temporary on-street parking permits are now available for events such as overnight guests, deliveries, or driveway repairs.  Council approved the recommendation from Staff to introduce this service.  The permit is free.  Read here the scope of the permit e.g. how many...

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How To Spend Your Tax Dollars

The 2019 budget is underway.  Answer the survey to indicate your choice of priorities.  The link takes you to a survey. To participate in the survey you need to register with speaking.ca. If you haven't done so you can easily do so when you click on the link provided...

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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…