January 10, 2025 Town Page

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A look forward –

Special Meeting of Municipal Council – January 14, 2025, at 10 a.m.

The East Gwillimbury Integrity Commissioner will provide a presentation – “Proposed Updated Town of East Gwillimbury Council/ Committee Code of Conduct Workshop.” 

• Tuesday, January 21 – Committee of the Whole at 10 a.m.
• Tuesday, January 21 – Municipal Council at 2 p.m.

Get Involved!
Review Agendas eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas
Make Deputations eastgwillimbury.ca/Deputations 
Watch Meetings youtube.com/TownEastGwillimbury

Contact Council

We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

• Community Engagement and Permitting Supervisor
• Firefighter, Full Time
• Fitness Instructor - Tai Chi
• Fitness Instructor - Zumba
• Senior Planner

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

Upcoming Health and Active Living Guide
Want to be the next cover of the Summer Camp guide? Submit your spring and summer photos for consideration in the upcoming Health and Active Living Guide by January 15 to communications@eastgwillimbury.ca.

EV Charging Stations
On January 21, 2025, Council will consider final approval of a new usage fee structure for EV Charging stations. If approved on January 21, this change will become part of ongoing efforts to maintain and enhance local EV infrastructure.  
Fee structure:  

• $2/hour while actively charging  
• $4/hour while plugged in but not charging (with a 30-minute grace period from completed charge)  

Publicly available charging stations in EG:  

• Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street, Sharon)  
• EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road, Sharon)  
• EG Operations Centre (19850 Woodbine Avenue, Queensville)  
• Holland Landing Community Centre (19513 Yonge Street, Holland Landing)  
• Ross Family Complex (19300 Centre Street, Mount Albert)  

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/EV.

Winter Weather Reminders
Here are some winter reminders when snow is in the forecast:

• When it snows or snow clearing crews are active, please keep vehicles and waste collection bins off the road.
• If you have a fire hydrant near your property, clear one metre of snow from around it in case of an emergency.
• Ensure all outdoor vents and pipes along your home are clear of snow.
• There is no street parking when it is snowing.
• Do not let vehicles overhang onto the road or sidewalks when parked.

To learn more, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/SnowClearing and eastgwillimbury.ca/FireSafety.

Snow Clearing Assistance Program
East Gwillimbury is offering a partnership snow removal program to residents aged 65 and older or those with disabilities. Space is limited. Apply by April 15, 2025, online or in person at the Civic Centre or Sports Complex Customer Service desks. For more details, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/SnowAssistance.

Winter PA Day Camps
Spend your day off school with us! Registration is open for winter PA Day camps! Register for:

• Senior PA Day Camp – January 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Junior PA Day Camp – January 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more details and to register, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/SchoolBreakPrograms.

Winter Programs
Join the fun this year! Register for winter programs to learn new skills, make new friends, and create healthy habits. Starting this season, a $15 fee (plus applicable taxes) for non-residents will apply to all registered programs and camps at checkout. Register now at eastgwillimbury.ca/Guide.

Waste Calendar
Keep a close eye on your mail so you don't miss the 2025 Waste Calendar! EG’s 2025 Waste Calendars are being mailed out to homes and should arrive in early-mid January. Never miss a collection or a notice with the Recycle Coach App! Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Waste.

Find your 2025 Property Tax Information Online
View your 2025 property tax account balances and summaries through our online portal! Residents can also access Town bills online, receive e-bills, and pay their bills via the portal. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/OnlinePortal.

Get Burn Permits and Pet Licenses Online for 2025
Did you know that recreational burn permits and pet licenses must be purchased annually? Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/OnlineServices to purchase your 2025 permits and licenses!

Pancake Breakfast and Free Skate
Join Mayor Hackson and Council on January 11 for a complimentary pancake breakfast and family skate from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Sports Complex.

Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected for the Holland Landing Food Pantry at the event. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Events.