April 4, 2025 Town Page

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A look back  – 
April 1, 2025 – Committee of the Whole Council (CWC) – 10 a.m. 

Development Services (DS) shared a comprehensive Planning Application Status Update. Several other DS items were on the agenda.

Parks, Recreation and Culture (PRC) received Council’s endorsement of the implementation of the “Bill Potts Volunteer Legacy Award.” Bill’s unwavering dedication to community service left a lasting impact in EG. As a longtime president and volunteer at the North Union Community Centre, he worked tirelessly as a volunteer, organizing many cherished events. Read more about the award here.

PRC also shared a Health and Active Living Plaza (HALP) Park construction and splash pad award report, and provide an update on the HALP progress. This project continues on schedule and within budget. Read more about the HALP.

Engineering and Public Works reported on the sourcing of an Automatic Vehicle Location solution for EG’s fleet.

A Special Meeting of Council followed the adjournment of the CWC.
 
Council – 2 p.m.

Several recommendations and minutes appeared on the agenda. 
A Statutory Public Meeting for a Proposed Official Plan Amendment at 19820 Holland Landing Road took place. 

A look ahead –

A closed meeting of Council will take place on April 8 at 10 a.m. for the purpose of a Council de-escalation training session.

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We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

• Development Manager
• Facility Attendant, Part Time
• Facility Operator, Part Time
• Manager of Account (12-month Contract)
• Pre-School and Children’s Instructor
• Senior Tax and Utility Analyst
• Urban Forestry Student

Health and Active Living Plaza Opportunities:

• Events Staff
• Customer Service Representative
• Swim Instructor
• Head Instructor Guard
• Fitness Instructor

For details and to apply, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers.

Property Tax
The second installment of the 2025 interim tax bills is due this month. If you did not receive your bill, please contact the Town  at 905-478-4282, and we will re-issue the bill. Failure to receive a tax bill is not an exemption from paying the bill or from incurring late payment charges. The due date is April 30. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/PropertyTaxes. Did you know you can pay your property taxes online? Visit our website.

Trail Flooding Warning
The significant rainfall we have been experiencing has caused some minor flooding in our low-lying trails. Residents are urged to take caution when utilizing trail systems in the following areas:

• Nokiidaa Trail under the Green Lane bridge
• Along the trail in Shannon Park behind the Ross Family Complex

Signage and barricades have been installed, and visitors are reminded to stay clear of these areas until further notice. The Town will continue to monitor these areas and alert residents and remove barricades when it is safe to do so.
 
For EG updates visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Parks. For up to date information on flood conditions, visit https://bit.ly/3Yld7zN.

2024 Strategic Plan
EG has released its 2024 Strategic Plan Annual Report (Annual Report). The 2024 Annual Report provides a summary of the Town’s key activities and milestones from Year 2 of the 2022-2026 term of Council, and its overall progress towards meeting the priorities and deliverables articulated in the Strategic Plan.​ Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/StrategicPlan.

Spring and Summer Health and Active Living Guide
Have you heard? The 2025 Spring and Summer Health and Active Living Guide is online and available to register for spring programs! Find a program for you eastgwillimbury.ca/Guide.

East Gwillimbury Farmers Market
We want you! The EG Farmers Market is looking for vendors for the upcoming season. We are looking for businesses, farmers, community groups, not-for-profit organizations, youth entrepreneurs, and food trucks to join our 2025 season. 

Learn more and apply at eastgwillimbury.ca/FarmersMarket.

Sponsorship Opportunities
The Farmers Market would love to partner with you! Learn about our sponsorship opportunities and how your business can support as a community partner. 

For more information, please send us an email.

HALP Playground Survey
We want to hear from you! EG is seeking your feedback on a proposed playground structure at the Health and Active Living Plaza. The playground will offer a variety of play opportunities, including equipment for children aged two to 12, multiple deck levels, and both physical and cognitive play components. Your feedback is essential to help guide the design and ensure the playground meets the diverse needs of our community creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Learn more or complete the online survey at eastgwillimbury.ca/HALPSurvey.

Climate Change Adaptation Plan Survey
EG is developing a Climate Adaptation Plan and needs your input. Last year, EG identified the potential impacts of changing weather patterns. This is the initial work to define actions to help mitigate those impacts and be better prepared. To do so, we are reviewing the impacts and gathering ideas within the community. We want to hear from you! Take the survey at eastgwillimbury.ca/EcoEmpowerment.

Community Cleanup Program
Help keep our neighbourhoods, parks and trails clean! Do you want to get involved?Join us at the following Community Cleanup dates:

• April 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mount Albert Community Centre
• April 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Murrell Park
• May 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Holland Landing Community Centre
• May 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Vivian Creek Park
• May 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sharon Hills Park
• June 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ridgeview Park and Vista Hills Park

Or, plan your own!

• Email the Environmental team your name, proposed date/time of the clean-up and location for the clean-up activity, and where the filled waste bags will be located after the cleanup. If you are organizing a large group event, please include that in your email.
• Kits can be picked up in Customer Service at the Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie Street, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kits contain gloves and garbage bags.

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Cleanup.

Easter Bunny Hike
Join us on April 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for our annual Easter Bunny Hike! The hike will be held at the Mount Albert Community Centre (53 Main Street). Enjoy:

• A photo booth
• Crafts
• Egg hunt
• Egg decorating

Make sure to bring a basket for treats! Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected for the Holland Landing Food Pantry at the event.

This is an outdoor event. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Events.