Council solidifies train whistle cessation

July 3, 2024 · 0 Comments

Things will be a little quieter in three spots in King, thanks to a whistle cessation agreement between the Township and Metrolinx. King council okayed the bylaw to stop train whistling at crossings on Station Road, Dufferin Street and the 15th Sideroad.

Township begins work on 2025 budget

King councillors want to keep next year’s budget affordable. While very early in the 2025 budget process, staff had asked for an increase of between 4 and 5%, but councillors rejected that. Council conveyed a clear message to staff that the projected increase of 4.8 per cent was too much to ask from residents, who are experiencing tax fatigue.

King Township Food Bank announces Spring Food Drive

In conjunction with other local community food banks in York Region, the King Township Food Bank proudly announces its Spring Food Drive, running from June ...

King Township offering five cooling centres during extreme heat event

With the arrival of an extended Heat Warning, King Township is offering five cooling centres for residents to beat the heat.Environment and Climate Change Canada ...

Lecce becomes new Energy minister

King-Vaughan MP Stephen Lecce is the new Minister of Energy and Electrification. His cabinet post has been swapped with Todd Smith, who now becomes Education Minister. Lecce has served as Education Minister since 2019. Premier Doug Ford unveiled his renewed team last week that “will keep rebuilding Ontario’s economy and deliver on the government’s core commitments, including building Highway 413 and the Bradford Bypass, keeping costs down by fighting the carbon tax and training more people for rewarding careers in the skilled trades.

King Township to Host Public Information Centre on June 11 for Kettleby Road reconstruction project

King Township is inviting residents to attend a Public Information Centre for the Kettleby Road reconstruction project. This event will provide an opportunity for community ...

Draft community plans in King City, Nobleton, taking shape

Following a series of well attended public open houses, Township staff have presented a draft report on two neighbourhood plans. Staff shared details of studies for both King City (Doctors Lane) and Nobleton (Old King Road) with councillors recently.

Township incorporates green development standards

By Mark PavilonsEditor King is boosting its commitment to the environment with an improved green standards policy.Council gave its stamp of approval on the new ...

Council asks Province to reconsider portions of Bill 185

With a deadline looming for July 1, municipalities are voicing their concerns over the Province’s Bill 185. King has joined the opposition, sending Queen’s Park a strong message to revamp the bill. The legislation, known as the The Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024, is anything but democratic, opponents say.

Mayor highlights dynamic developments at luncheon

The King Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Mayor’s Luncheon took place at Nobleton Lakes Golf Club last week. More than 150 civic-minded guests – comprised of business and political leaders – attended the banquet to hear Mayor Steve Pellegrini’s annual address that captured the vibrant quality of life in King Township.

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