Nov 21, 2024 | The Issues
November 19 I listened to very informative, well researched webinar hosted by Environmental Defence. As someone who has been opposed to this highway for years on the basis that it doesn’t solved the stated problem, there is an easy alternative for reducing the...
Nov 11, 2024 | Miscellaneous, The Issues
On November 12 Council agenda there is motion by Mayor Pellegrini which has been seconded by Councillor Boyd. Here is the motion. I am very supportive. The intent is to achieve predictable and sustainable funding to municipalities, allowing for better longterm...
Nov 7, 2024 | Developments, The Issues
On November 4 there was a statutory public meeting for an application regarding a development application at 15 Charles St;, King City. The application is for both an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning Bylaw amendment to enable a severance at 15 Charles so that...
Nov 7, 2024 | Debbie in the Community, The Issues
.. King Township prohibits the use of train whistles at three grade train crossings along the Barrie GO Line King neighbourhoods are getting quieter. King Township, in coordination with York Region and Metrolinx, has eliminated train whistles at three (3) grade train...
Oct 13, 2024 | Climate Action, Policies, Masterplans, The Issues
At the October 9 Council agenda my motion about Canada’s Clean Energy Regulations will be considered. It was seconded by Councillor Avia Eek. I decided to put forth this motion once I understood the principles of the Regulations: reduce greenhouse gas...
Oct 3, 2024 | Climate Action, The Issues
Is an EV right for you? Find out at King’s ‘PowerKing: Electric Vehicle event Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10a.m. to 4p.m. at the King Township Municipal Centre Test drive an electric vehicle with Plug’n Drive, check out e-bikes, speak with EV owners. There will...
