No Soupfest

As the annual Holland Marsh Soupfest is a much loved annual event it is sad news that it is cancelled for 2022 due to a soup maker shortage.  I am posting this sad news as I know that many had it marked on their calendars.

Trees: presentation about our canopy

Trees are starting to get attention at the Council!  At the beginning of the September 26 council meeting there is a deputation regarding King Tree Canopy and Woodland Cover. It is being given by James Lane, a manager from Natural Heritage and Forestry York Region.  I...

Exemption to Permit OPA Application on Hwy 27

On September 26 Council agenda there is a staff report recommending  that an exemption to the moratorium restricting Official Plan Amendments (OPA) applications be granted.  Unlike a similar request for an exemption about which I have written  previously regarding a...

Cell Phone Tower on 15th

On September 26 Council agenda there is a staff report presenting the Staff’s assessment that an application to install a cell phone tower on the south side the 15th sideroad west of 7th concession meets our protocols. As reviewed in the report the municipality is not...
Mourning the Loss of Queen Elizabeth II

Mourning the Loss of Queen Elizabeth II

I mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth: her manner of fulfilling so completely her duty is unparalleled. Here is the media release from King Township in response to the death of Queen Elizabeth II.  As indicated residents are invited to sign a Book of Condolence that...