Jul 17, 2012 | Debbie in the Community, The Issues
York Region has implemented a pilot program for transit fare subsidies for intellectually challenged people. Under the pilot program, eligible Ontario Works (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) clients will receive a 50-per cent discount on York Region...
Jul 9, 2012 | Debbie in the Community
When driving past our Museum on King Road, you will soon see on the opposite side of the road the big white sign with black letters announcing that that an application “for something” has been made for that property. As this is a big development I want to provide a...
Jul 9, 2012 | Debbie in the Community
Parking on King Road near business centers of King City and Nobleton has been approved for off peak periods!! This is good news on many fronts. On street parking is valuable for businesses in the area. Street parking provides a buffer from the heavy traffic on King...
Jul 9, 2012 | Debbie in the Community
I am very pleased that process is underway to review the by-law governing discharge of firearms. It is time to review it as the profile of King is changing. Urban development has crept closer to wild/natural areas where discharging of fire arms is allowed. And I...
Jun 28, 2012 | Debbie in the Community
If its not part of your tradition start this year. Come to Kettleby for the evening of July 1 (Sunday). Fireworks display is at 9:45. But before that there is food, games and refreshments starting at 7PM in the Park. If you prefer, bring a picnic. For more...
Jun 28, 2012 | Debbie in the Community, The Issues
My motion regarding large scale developments of wind turbines passed unanimously at Council 6/25/12. Wind energy, along with other renewable energy sources, is an important energy source; our energy mix must feature more renewables in the future. Having said that,...
