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
Demolition of Heritage Properties
As has been reported in the local papers lately there is disagreement and confusion about the subject of protecting & conserving heritage properties in King. Often discussions about the need to protect seem theoretical and almost abstract as the built property being discussed is well maintained by the current owner; people can't understand why it is necessary to list the property on the...
Streetscaping & Beautification Plan
Staff have submitted a comprehensive report on how to move forward with beautifying the streets in the 3 villages. It is good to see us moving away from decisions about individual elements to meet a need and to now have a holistic strategy for the next 5 years. As we are below desired standards there is obviously the need to expand and increase our inventory of such things as hanging baskets,...
Roundabout Progress Report #1
Here is a progress report on the construction of the roundabout at Lloydtown Aurora Road and Keele. As everyone knows who has been through the intersection, activity has started. This report answers some questions I have already received. Two general pieces of information: there will be progress reports throughout the project; you can register to receive reports directly into your email inbox;...
All Candidates’ Meeting–Federal Election
All Candidates' Meeting for 2015 Federal Election riding of: KING-VAUGHAN Tuesday, October 6 at 7PM Villanova College (2480 15th Sideroad, King City) Hosted by Concerned Citizens of King Township For more information see notice on CCKT website. I think we are fortunate to have CCKT in our community and that they are hosting this debate.
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…