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
Off Leash Dog Park
Staff is proposing to explore more fully the design and budget impact of an off leash dog park in King City; specifically in the King Station area. Experience in other communities indicates that this amenity is appreciated. I often drive by the one in Aurora (Industrial Park/St. Johns SDRD) and observe that it is a well used site for dog owners to meet & talk and I see that the dogs are...
Museum Agreement with Genview
In 2011 we entered into a unique agreement with Genview for our Museum. We permitted them to use, for a finite period, a portion of our Museum as a sales office; in return they would execute important renovations to address maintenance issues and to enlarge exhibition space. We have been very satisfied with quality of renovations and Genview has had their sales office open. It is my...
Community Showcase and Volunteer Appreciation Night
When: Wednesday, May 1 Community Showcase is 6-7PM Ceremony and reception is 7:15 Where: Kingbridge Centre 12750 Jane St. (south of King Road, west side) This celebration is for all King Township residents: for those who do volunteer in the community and for those who don’t. Click here to see the invitation. In case you have not attended before you may be interested in my description. The...
Walk For Memories
Walk For Memories has a new venue: the beautiful campus of Seneca College on Dufferin in King City. The 5 km walk is on Sunday May 26 and starts at 10AM. I can’t imagine a more pleasant way to participate in the battle against the horrors of Alzheimer’s disease. I will be making the walk as other several other members of Council. It would be great to see you there! Walks For Memories are...
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…