Welcome to my blog! MY primary objective is to alert my constituents and others in King Township about issues being reviewed at the upcoming Council meetings. I do this as I believe the quality of Council decisions is enhanced when the public is engaged. I hope that residents will make deputations and/or send emails to Council to express their opinion and/or to ask important questions. Also, I include notice of meetings and events which I think are particularly important. I welcome your comments, whether you agree or not with me, and only edit to eliminate inappropriate language.
Recent Posts
2025 Water and Wastewater Rates
On November 12 Council agenda there is a report recommending water and waste water rate for 2025. The blended water/wastewater rate proposed increase for 2025 is 2.17% (0% increase on the fixed portion and 3.35% for the variable portion of the charge). This includes the 3.30% water/wastewater rate increase from York Region.This results in an estimated annual increase of $42.62 per household...
Status of Capital Projects
On November 12 Council agenda there is a report providing a status update of capital projects with updates as of October 31,2024, with 20 recommended for closure.. Its a very thorough and easily understood report. When I read it I feel fortunate that there is such good control and monitoring of our capital dollars are spent.To see the report and its appendices see the Council agenda and...
Forecasted Variance Report
In the November 12 Council agenda there is report presenting the forecasted variance report using Q3-2024 actuals (up to September 30, 2024) and projections to the end of the year for each department. Thed variances are measured against the Council approved the Township of King’s 2024 budget which.included a gross operating budget of $66,344,614. As of September 30th, 2024, the Township's 2024...
Motion Requesting Predictable Funding
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 planning and investment in infrastructure projects that benefit local communities, To achieve this the Township of King Council...
It was different. I think one’s evaluation of it being better or not is highly influenced with one’s previous experience.…
So, Debbie, how did this new system of 1-1 conferences with a Councillor or a Mayor work out? Did you…
I prefer the usual system which I believe was from about 6 to 8 pm when more young families are…
It appears there is a gross contradiction about 15th Sideroad/Bloomington future uses. Residential development on the south side was years…
Hi Nancy, Interesting idea...particularly the angle about training. Do you have an idea of specific parks? Hope you will come…