LED Street Lights…for everywhere

Apr 2, 2017 | The Issues

On April 3rd Council agenda there is report from Staff recommending a plan for converting our street lights to LED.  I very enthusiastic about the proposal as a means to reduce electricity consumption.  Report indicates that reduction is in order of 40%.  It is a...

How Big Is Our Tree Canopy?

Apr 2, 2017 | The Issues

Too true that all we read about is bad news; here is some great news.  From 2012 to 2015 the forest canopy in York Region has grown 725 hectares and 502 hectares of that growth (i.e. 69%) is in King.  Trees are vital to mitigate climate change as it sequesters carbon;...

Steps Towards Connectivity

Mar 17, 2017 | Debbie in the Community, The Issues

Important steps have been taken to improve connectivity (i.e. reliable access to broadband) in King.  In January there was the funding announcement of $1.68 million (Federal/Provincial 50/50) to support the plan by Vianet to deliver services to residents and...

Mary Lake Subdivision: questions answered

Mar 6, 2017 | Policies, Masterplans, The Issues

As reviewed in an earlier post the development of the Marys Lake subdivision is progressing.  In that post I voiced uncertainty on my part as to what is happening at the far north western sections.  Having got answers to my questions I am satisfied that the issues...

Getting Down to Business

Feb 23, 2017 | The Issues

An impressive new tool from Economic Development is being presented at 2/27 Council:  Getting Down to Business-A Guide to starting or expanding a business in King.  This will surely be a very useful guide for those considering opening up in King OR those assessing how...

Becoming More Accessible

Feb 23, 2017 | Debbie in the Community, The Issues

The 2016 Accessibility Status Report is on 2/27 Council agenda. This results reported herein is the result of a very productive team, the Accessibility Advisory Committee.  The report documents measures undertaken in King to improve accessibility in the community and...