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
New Trees and Maintenance
On Council 6/12 agenda there is a report recommending service providers for supplying new trees to replace damage done by emerald ash borer. Report also includes contract for ongoing tree maintenance. Our 2017 budget included $225,000 for tree replacement. I want to know more about this topic and will be asking questions. i) Species being purchased. ii) Our overall status in replacing...
King Heritage Award
Here's an opportunity to show appreciation to a property owner for maintaining a heritage or historic building. Send in your nomination to the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC). From the nominees HAC will select one property owner to celebrate with a hand made drawing of their property which will be presented at a September Council meeting. Click here for all the details.
Canada Day 150
There will be a grand Canada 150 Celebration in King on Saturday, July1. Following tradition it will be held in the charming little hamlet of Kettleby. Here is poster. It starts at 4 PM with an opening by the Mississauga of Credit First Nations and ends after dark with spectacular fireworks. In between there is a variety of music, dancing and entertainment on the stage, there are guided...
King City Community Garden: want a plot?
Do you enjoy eating really fresh vegetables? Have you tried growing your own? Whether you are experienced gardener or just learning the King City Community Garden may be just what you are looking for. There are a couple plots still available of which one is accessible (i.e. perfect for those who no longer can squat down.) All plots are raised. For a plot contact...
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…