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.
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The Buzz
Pollinator Event for all ages: eco activities, entertainment. Saturday September 8 at Cold Creek Conservation Area
King Ranks 18th best place to live in Canada
We always knew that King is a wonderful place to live;now it is recognized by MoneySense magazine. King is ranked as the the best place to live in York Region and the 18th best place in Canada. Here is the summary from King Connection. To see the data and to check out other places here is the link.
SPEAKING: new way to give input
King has launched a new online engagement tool, SPEAKING where residents can get involved in key projects of interest to them. The tool includes surveys, discussion forums, question and answer opportunities. I have attended a couple demonstrations of it and I am impressed. My optimism about the potential is heightened by the experience of other municipalities. Residents often do not have the...
Facilities Masterplan draft
Parks Recreation & Culture is commencing the renewal of its 5 year master; one was done in 2013 which has guided initiatives since then and now its time to look forward 5 years. At July 9 Council a draft of the plan focusing on Facilities was presented. The issues identified in this plan are critical for the 2019 budget and beyond. For example we need to decide whether we fund a thorough...
Hello Bert, I agree totally with your point that there is the legislative means to ensure that designated properties are…
Under the Ontario Heritage Act Building standards by-law 35.3 (1) If a by-law passed under section 15.1 of the Building…
My thoughts: buildings with significant historical and architectural value deserve protection from loopholes in law. Lack of funds or will…
I agree with you that Council needs to address this demolition by neglect so that it cannot happen. This should…
I'll be there! And some of my friends too. Enjoy! Last year was an experience of a different kind, and…