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Committee of the Whole Council – September 4, 2024 10:00 a.m. 
The EG 2025 Draft 2025 Business Plan will be presented. The Business Plan provides an overview of EG’s approach to business planning, illustrates how the business plan will be structured and organized, and profiles key planned activities for 2025. Town staff will seek Council feedback and approval in principle.
Several Development Services items are on the agenda:

Engineering and Public Works will bring forward a report on Asset Management and Water Quality Improvement Partnership Project in the town, as well as a report on LED Streetlight Conversion Strategy Update.
Corporate Services will bring forward a memo on EG’s Production of Public Meetings
The 2024 EG Association of Municipalities Presentation and experience will be shared under Other Business.

A Special Meeting of Council will follow the Committee of the Whole Council.

Council Meeting – September 4, 2024 2 p.m.
A Development Services Memo for Part Lot Control Exemption will be brought forward, as well as several Minutes and By-laws from previous meetings.  

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We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

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

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Labour Day Closure
The Civic Centre will be closed on Monday, September 2 for Labour Day. It will re-open Tuesday, September 3. If you have an emergency with regards to water, sewers, or roads, please call 905-478-4282 and press option 3. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Holidays

Back to School Safety
As students head back to school, here are some safety tips for motorists:

  • Follow speed limits and road signage
  • Keep your eyes on the road
  • Watch for children and crossing guards at all crosswalks
  • Stop for school buses with flashing lights and never proceed until the STOP sign is retracted

2024 Final Property Taxes Due 
Final 2024 property tax bills are due today and October 31. Payments can be made at your bank, using online/phone banking, through a pre-authorized payment plan or our online portal. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/PropertyTax

Fall Program Registration
The new Health and Active Living Guide is now online! Fall program registration is open for residents and will open on September 5 for non-residents.

Registration for users listed as an East Gwillimbury resident in ActiveNet will open before those who are not listed as a resident. East Gwillimbury ActiveNet users need to update their account address to ensure it lists “East Gwillimbury” as the city.
Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Guide to view the Guide and register for exciting fall programs to stay active.

EnGage with EG
There’s still time to help us plan unforgettable moments in EG! EG is developing a municipal events strategy to enhance Town events and connect and engage with the community. Give us your feedback on how we can grow and improve our events and partnerships, guide future event planning, and help lead a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable community.

Today is the last day to complete the survey at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/EventsStrategy

Paddle Project
Participate in EG’s Arts and Culture Advisory Committee’s Paddle Project by personalizing a paddle to display outside your home! Paddles can be purchased for $30 at the following locations and events during regular business hours:

Learn more about EG's Arts and Culture Advisory Committee at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/ArtsandCulture

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Visit the Farmers Market every Thursday
Did you know that the Farmers Market runs until October 10? Come pick up your fall favourites every Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m. with artisan vendors, seasonal vegetables and fruit and live entertainment every week. Learn more at www.egfm.ca.

Nature Day
Join us for Nature Day on September 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Ross Family Complex at 19300 Centre Street. Enjoy a story walk, art and singing circle, face painting, eco-crafts, and more!
Find more fun details at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/NatureDay

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Learn How to Use a Cricut and 3D Printer!
Ever been interested in using a Cricut machine or 3D printer? Come to our Maker Tech Tutorials at the Library to find out how! Learn how to use the software and make a project.

Holland Landing library branch:

  • Saturdays, September 7 and 21 at 11 a.m. Adults only.

Registration is required from the Library’s Events Calendar.

Find more events or submit your own!

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