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Council Highlights - June 8, 2021
Public Art Policy - Council participated in a Public Art Workshop and reviewed a terms of reference for a draft Public Art Policy which was developed with the Town’s Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee of Council. The workshop highlighted examples of public art and elements of the proposed Policy including a strategy for procuring, obtaining, and funding public art. The proposed Public Art Policy will be presented to Council late Summer.
2022 Municipal Election - Council reviewed options for the 2022 Municipal Election such as online, in-person or mail-in voting as well as various counting technologies. Council directed staff to conduct public outreach regarding preferred methods of voting and report back to Council in September. Information about the public consultation process will be posted to the Town’s website and shared on social media.
Regulatory By-Laws Under Review - Staff delivered a presentation on proposed changes to a number of by-laws including the Firearm Discharge By-Law, Noise By-Law, Sign By-Law, Motorized Snow Vehicle By-Law, the Taxi By-Law, and the Trees By-Law. The proposed changes will be posted on the Town’s website and shared on social media for public review and feedback. Changes to the Firearm Discharge and Noise By-law will be brought forward to Council on September 8. The other bylaws are at the draft stage and will be brought forward to Council at a later date.
COVID-19 Updates and Information
Second Dose Eligibility
Individuals who live, work or attend school in York Region who received their first dose on or before May 9, can now book their second dose appointment.
Residents 70+ are now eligible for their second vaccine and can book their appointment at www.york.ca/COVID19Vaccine.
If you need assistance with booking or getting to your appointment, visit our COVID-19 Vaccine Support page. If you have a second dose booked, you can re-book an earlier appointment. Previously booked second-dose appointments will be honoured and will not be cancelled unless a new and earlier appointment is confirmed.
AstraZeneca
As of June 12, the Ontario government has accelerated the second doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine to 8 weeks, with informed consent. Individuals who received AstraZeneca for their first dose can book their second dose appointment 8 weeks after their first. For more information, visit http://ow.ly/7tqx50Fac0T.
Individuals who received a first dose of AstraZeneca should receive their second dose 12 weeks after the first dose. The second-dose options provide strong protection against COVID-19 and will count as a completed series. Visit www.york.ca/COVID19Vaccine to book a second dose appointment or contact the pharmacy, clinic or primary care provider where you received your first dose to make your appointment.
First Dose Eligibility
Individuals under 13 years old require a parent/legal guardian to provide consent at the time of the vaccination. A consent form can also be completed and sent with the child to their appointment. The consent form can be found at the bottom of the page at www.york.ca/COVID19Vaccine.
Public Notices
Please Conserve Water
Low rain fall in the spring has contributed to early drought conditions. The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority is reccomending that businesses and residents reduce water consumption while the dry weather continues. Visit our Water Conservation page to learn more about EG’s Outdoor Water Use By-law.
Please Don't Feed Wildlife
Feeding wild animals human food can cause them to suffer from health problems and lead to behavioural changes and concerns. For more information, visit www. lsrca.on.ca/Pages/3-Reasons-You-Shouldnt-Feed-Wildlife.aspx
Property Taxes Due
Final 2021 residential tax bills have been mailed and payments are due on August 31 and October 29. Payments can be made at the Town’s Dropbox located outside of the Civic Centre, at your bank, online/phone banking or through a preauthorized payment plan.
If your tax account is not current, a pre-set monthly payment can be arranged to help you catch up on tax arrears. Unpaid taxes will be charged 1.25% interest per month effective the first day of default. Failure to receive a tax bill does not exempt the bill from being due or from incurring interest. Please contact the Town at 905-478- 4282 or email for any questions.
Open House - Water & Wastewater Master Plan
York Region is hosting its third and final online open house from June 24 to July 8 to discuss the 2021 Water and Wastewater Master Plan update. To participate or learn about previous open houses, visit www.york.ca/waterplan
Business Support Opportunities
The Economic Development team is here to support businesses through their ongoing recovery and assist with navigating programs and resources. New programs are being announced frequently and updated on our website COVID-19 Business page. If you have any questions, please email the Economic Development team.
Tourism & Travel Small Business Support Grant
Business Bounce Back Program
Lymantria Dispar Dispar (LDD / Gypsy Moths)
LDD is an invasive caterpillar that has been found throughout York Region. The outbreak occurs on a cycle every 7 to 10 years. Although they are a nuisance and eat the leaves, they will not kill your tree and the leaves will grow back. The caterpillars do not bite or sting, however, the little hairs on the LDD caterpillar may cause an allergic reaction.
What is the Town doing?
The Town is monitoring trees in hotspot locations throughout EG and is part of York Region’s Invasive Species Technical Working Group. At this time, no municipalities are spraying, as the sprays may cause harm or kill other species that are helpful to our wider ecosystem.
What can you do?
Residents can wrap burlap or clear packing tape around trees to prevent caterpillars from travelling up the tree trunk.
Burlap Giveaway
We’ve extended our burlap giveaway! Residents can pick up free burlap at the EG Public Library - Holland Landing Branch (while supplies last). Visit our LDD: Protect Your Trees page for their hours and more information.
Community Events
Mount Albert Community Challenge - This June, make every minute of activity count! Mount Albert residents are invited to sign-up and join the ParticipACTION challenge with MAVA at www.mountalbert.com to help raise money for future Mount Albert events.
Pride Month - Join in virtual Pride events from 7 to 9 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Visit our Pride Month page to see all upcoming virtual events and connect with York Pride on social media
International Yoga Day - Tomorrow (June 18) is the last day to register for the free virtual yoga sessions on Monday, June 21. You can register for one of these three time slots: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. (8377), 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. (8378), and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (8379). Register at www.eastgwilimbury.ca/ireg and use the time codes in brackets.
55’N Up Club - Come check out this club at the EG Farmers’ Market on Thursday, June 24 from 2 to 7 p.m.! There will be information, giveaways and a door prize.
EG Food Pantry - June 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Holland Landing Community Centre.
James Anglican Church Food Pantry - Open every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to noon, located at 18804 Leslie Street. Residents can drop in to the food pantry for assistance, if you require clothing, please call 905-478-1959 to make arrangements for pick-up.
Visit our website calendar to learn about all upcoming and new events in the EG community or to submit an event of your own! Check out our Calendar now!
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