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
Vote Early
To avoid line-up's on 10/19 or dealing with the consequences of unexpected demands on your time Oct. 19 in terms of casting your vote, vote early. You can vote now; for details on where and what the hours are see here for the Elections Canada website and then click on the question on the right as to "when and where can I vote at advance polls." You can vote on the long weekend.
Schomberg Agricultural Arena and Community Center
I am disappointed with the reality, so to speak, presented in the Staff report about the proposal to re-purpose lands of Schomberg Agricultural Arena and Community Centre to a transitional care centre; as reviewed the negotiations between King and Caregiver Omnimedia have not been successful. I am disappointed as the proposal was a bold, innovative one offering many benefits. But, as a winning...
FIT Applications: not all get our endorsement
On Council agenda there is a report recommending Council support for several Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) applications but recommending no support for one at 2740 Davis Drive (Cardinal Golf Course). Having read the report I now understand the rational for the latter and I concur with the recommendation. I am supporting it given the amount of information provided AND my perception that the FIT...
Holland Marsh Soupfest
This Saturday, October 3rd, is the Holland Marsh Soupfest. If you haven't bought your tickets yet, I suggest you do as it sell out. (And if you purchase on line, you save some money.) As I have said, this is truly one of my favourite events; every year I meet people therem including those from our neighbouring municipalities who vow that it will be on their calendar to attend next year. Click...
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…