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
Meet The Mayor and Councillors
The 4th annual round of Meet the Mayor and Councillors is beginning. Mayor Pellegrini, Councillor Mortelliti and myself will be at King City Library (1970 King Road, King City) on Thursday, February 6th 6:30-8:00 PM. This is your chance to ask for an update on project(s) of interest to you, to offer suggestions, to tell us what you would like to see happening in King. There is no presentation;...
No New Banquet Facility on the ORM
I have written previously about my strong disagreement with an application to build a banquet facility/wedding venue on the Oak Ridges Moraine (ORM) between Hwy 400 and Weston Road south of the Lloydtown Aurora Rd. Along with the Municipality's Staff, Council and many others who opposed the application I was thrilled with the OMB decision that the proposed venture does not belong on the ORM,...
Wetlands & Streams in your backyard
Wetlands and streams are not just in conservation areas; they can be in your backyard. In fact, there are many residents in King Township who do have wetlands and streams in their back yards. Being the proud owner of a property with natural features is truly very special. If you are fortunate enough to have a watercourse in your back yard or if you are simply interested to know more about these...
Transportation Master Plan Study
Do you have a point of view on truck traffic in the Township? Or, what do you think about traffic infiltration and traffic calming measures? If you have ideas about these issues, or thoughts about other traffic issues it would be great if you would find the time to attend one of the Information sessions on January 28,29, or 30. (Venue and time details below.) The sessions are important steps to...
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…