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.
Parking Study
At September 10 Council the report from the consultants who have studied the parking (both demand and supply) in the 3 villages is on the agenda. I know that many business owners and residents participated. The report indicates that the problem today is one of...
Cannabis Retail in King?
On September 10 Council agenda there is a report on the question of what King's policy should be regarding cannabis retail stores operating in King. As reviewed in the report the Province will permit a municipality to "opt-out" with the opportunity to "opt-in"...
Mayor’s Monarch Pledge
The September 10 report on the Monarch pledge is a "breath of fresh air." The subject matter is energizing and it was triggered by concerns expressed by Grade 1 students at Country Day School! As reviewed in the report, our commitment already in place as a Bee City,...
Official Plan Review
On September 10 Council agenda there is a report identifying how we are going to complete the Official Plan Review. Without question I regret the need to spend an additional $75,000. Also without question the process has taken far too long. Having said that I...
Recycling Update
September 10 Council agenda includes a Staff report on recycling, specifically, how the contents of our blue boxes is being managed and how that might change. As reviewed there are a number of possible changes ahead which could impact the blue box program. The...
Collaboration For Better Results
There is a Staff report on Sept. 10 agenda which reviews the various initiatives being conducted by the N6 (the northern 6 lower tier municipalities in York Region). By participating I believe King is getting very good value: alone it would cost far more and/or we...
Why Vote To Re-Elect Debbie Schaefer
I want to be re-elected as Councillor for Ward 5. Why should you vote for me? My work during the current term (2014-2018) shows that I have delivered value to my constituents. I have posted a summary of key initiatives including strategic financial management, road...
Community Guide
Be sure you have your fall/winter Community Guide. There are lots of new programs and options: family public skating passes, new picnic shelters in King City and Nobleton. In addition to the recreational programs there is information about cultural events and...
The Buzz
Pollinator Event for all ages: eco activities, entertainment. Saturday September 8 at Cold Creek Conservation Area
King Ranks 18th best place to live in Canada
We always knew that King is a wonderful place to live;now it is recognized by MoneySense magazine. King is ranked as the the best place to live in York Region and the 18th best place in Canada. Here is the summary from King Connection. To see the data and to check...
SPEAKING: new way to give input
King has launched a new online engagement tool, SPEAKING where residents can get involved in key projects of interest to them. The tool includes surveys, discussion forums, question and answer opportunities. I have attended a couple demonstrations of it and I am...
Facilities Masterplan draft
Parks Recreation & Culture is commencing the renewal of its 5 year master; one was done in 2013 which has guided initiatives since then and now its time to look forward 5 years. At July 9 Council a draft of the plan focusing on Facilities was presented. The issues...
Recent Comments
What I would like to see is the actual recycling of most of the items in the blue boxes. We…
Good overview and assessment of current situation, and the situation that got us to this point . King Twp has…
thank you for your feedback and acknowledgement of the effort required to understand the budget.
Hi Nancy, Working sessions are really education type meeting for Council members. There isa Council report in the agenda and…
This has got to be the strangest working session. “Overview of King’s Citizen Experience Plan” does not allow for citizens…
Hi Deb, as always your blast/posts are SO helpful! You are a marvel. Your summaries are succinct, informative, opinionated with…
Hi Bruce, just yesterday somebody was telling me about Simcoe and the choices they had.
Hi Debbie, Of interest, Simcoe County has had the carts on wheels for recycling, organics and garbage for some time…
Hello John, good question. I cannot answer at this point; you can be sure I’m going to be finding out.
Since the township is saving on the recycling expense, will this savings be passed on to us the tax payers…