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
Main Street Christmas
A Main Street Christmas will light up Schomberg on Saturday, Dec. 2 starting at 3 p.m. Featuring lively street performers, carolers, fireside readings, children's crafts, a Christmas marketplace, festive treats, Santa’s Parade and a Farmer’s Parade of Lights. Admission: $5 for adults, children 12 and under are free. For all event details see here.
Budget 2024 at Council
The draft budget and business plan calls for a municipal tax increase of 5.49%. Proposed budget represents an increase of $2.127 million; 1/3 ($.673 million) is to pay for program changes. Having reviewed the justifications for the latter I have come round to seeing the value of the changes and in some cases I understand that they are very much needed. I look forward to the Budget discussion...
Christmas and Seasonal on Joy Saturday Nov. 24
.. Looking for a one-of-a-kind holiday gift? From farm-fresh honey and baked goods to soaps, candles, and quilts, browse handcrafted treasures made by local artisans at the annual One of a King Handmade Holiday Market on Saturday, Nov. 25, from 3-7p.m. at the King Heritage and Cultural Centre. Details at king.ca/news. And as night falls Christmas lights will be illuminated. And while you are...
Water Bills For Condo Residents
Earlier i made a post about the recommended 2024 water and wastewater rate report on the November 13, Council agenda. I have just realized that I neglected to draw attention to the proposed changes to the water bills for those living in condominiums. I think the change is appropriate in that it is more fair. Staff are proposing to remove tier pricing for residential condos. There is only 1...
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