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
Burns Blvd. is now open!
The most westerly leg of Burns Blvd in King City opened on Monday so that one can now drive south to access King Road. The opening of the road prior to the Township assuming it is in response to residents identifying health & safety concerns about not being able to efficiently exit King Station if there is an obstacle on Station Road at the GO tracks; in addition there was concern about...
1st Advance Voting Day: Saturday 10/11
Daily there are reminders that voting day is Monday, October 27th. But, it really should be advertised as the last day to vote. There are numerous advance polling days; I urge you to take advantage of those advance days as there may be unexpected demands on your time on 10/27. This Saturday, Oct. 11 is the first advance day for voting in King; its at the Trisan Centre in Schomberg 9AM-5PM. ...
Knocking On Doors to be re-elected
I am into full campaign mode and am knocking on doors across ward 5. I am delighted that nearly 50% of the time I do find residents at home and am able, at minimum, to introduce myself. And, often there is opportunity for a conversation about issues and what my priorities are for 2nd term if re-elected. It is satisfying to get confirmation that priorities I have identified are ones that are...
Official Plan Review–public forum
I have written previously about our initiative to review and update our Official Plan. The next formal engagement with the public is Wednesday, Oct. 8th 6:30-9:00 at the Dr. William Laceby Nobleton Arena and Community Centre (15 King Old King Road, Nobleton.) 1st half hour (6:30-7:00) is open house concept; at 7 there will be formal presentation with questions & answers; around 7:30 there...
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…