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A look back 

Committee of the Whole Council (CWC) – October 22, 2024, 2 p.m. 

The Mayor’s 2025 Proposed Budget Preview was shared. For more information on the 2025 Budget process, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Budget. 

EG’s Indigeneity, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IIDEA) Action Plan was shared. This included a Report and Presentation.  

A Corporate Services Report outlining a Draft Council Compensation Policy was on the agenda. Under the Municipal Act, 2001, the Town pays Members of Council the compensation (salary and benefits) approved by Council. 

Development Services (DS) shared a summary report of the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), 2024 and highlighted key changes to the policy. The PPS, 2024 creates a single, province-wide land use planning instrument intended to provide planning authorities direction to deliver more housing. 

Legal and Legislative Services shared a report on the use of online voting and tabulators as vote counting equipment for future municipal elections or by-elections. A memo from the department provided an overview of the transition of the municipal voters’ list from the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) to Elections Ontario. 

Legal and Legislative Services shared a memo to update Council on the Access and Privacy functional structure within the Legislative Services Branch and provide an overview of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) Annual Statistical Report submitted to the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC). 

Engineering and Public Works shared two revitalization updates – one for Yonge Street and one for Mount Albert.  

Council 6 p.m. 

Parks, Recreation and Culture provided Council with an update on the draft tree protection by-law including public outreach, consultation and communication. You can read more about the draft by-law here.  

There are no Committee of the Whole Council or Council meetings next week. 

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We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

• Art Instructor
• Birthday Party Package/Drop-In Leader
• Childrens Instructor
• Fitness Instructor – Tai Chi
• Fitness Instructor – Zumba
• Manager, IT Business Solutions
• Senior Traffic and Transportation Technologist

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

Firearms in EG
Do you have questions about firearms in EG? Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Firearms to learn more about EG’s Firearm Discharge By-law. Please note that all relevant Federal and Provincial Regulations pertaining to firearms must be complied with, including but not limited to the Canada Criminal Code, Firearms Act, and the Ontario Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act.  Not all firearm discharges are illegal. If you believe you are in danger, please call 911.

Bridge Closure
The safety of roads and bridges in East Gwillimbury is a top priority. Due to unforeseen circumstances and damage, the bridge on Queensville Sideroad, located approximately 100 metres east of Highway 48, crossing Mount Albert Creek, requires an emergency closure effective Monday, October 28. Queensville Sideroad will be closed at Highway 48 in the Town of East Gwillimbury. Local access to private properties and businesses will remain open from Centre Street west towards the bridge closure. Waste collection will not be affected in this area. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/QueensvilleSdrdBridge

2025 Business Plan and Budget
What matters to you in the 2025 EG budget? Share your thoughts on how your tax dollars are invested into Town programs and services by taking the online survey. For details, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Budget

Santa Claus is Coming to EG
Santa Claus is coming to EG! Register now as a float, walking group or band. You can also register to be part of our Holiday Market. Both events are happening on November 17. Join us to welcome Santa and celebrate in the holiday cheer before it's too late. Learn more or register at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Santa

EG's Draft Tree Protection By-law
The Town has developed a draft Tree Protection By-law for private properties to protect mature trees in EG. The goal of the by-law is to protect the Town’s existing tree canopy while also preserving natural heritage areas throughout the community. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Trees

Older Adult Open Houses
EG is hosting Older Adult Open Houses to gain feedback on our older adult programs. Join us at one of the sessions below to learn about older adult programs in EG, suggest changes to programming or suggest new programs:

• November 4 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the East Gwillimbury Sports Complex at (1914B Mount Albert Road)
• November 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Ross Family Complex (19300 Centre Street)

You can also complete the survey online at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/SeniorsPrograms or in person at the Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street) or EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road) Customer Service desks.

Customer Service Portal
Did you know EG has an online customer service portal? You can quickly create a service request and check your previous entries. The customer service portal can help you with:

• Reporting a streetlight outage
• Reporting on roads and traffic
• Inquiries on water and wastewater
• Concerns with parks and trails
• By-law concerns
• Reporting on missed waste collection
• Other general inquiries

Visit the portal at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/CustomerServicePortal

Drop-in Programs for Everyone
Are you looking to try something new or brush up on your skills? Join one of EG’s drop-in programs:

• Active Start on Fridays from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. at the Ross Family Complex
• Basketball on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at Harvest Hills Activity Centre
• Beginner Pickleball on Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Ross Family Complex
• Advanced Pickleball on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Ross Family Complex
• Youth Volleyball on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Ross Family Complex
• Youth Pickleball on Saturdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Ross Family Complex
• Sensory Skate for all ages from 3:30 to 4:20 p.m. at the EG Sports Complex

Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Dropins

Halloween Safety
EG wants you to have fun and stay safe this Halloween! Here are some tips for trick-or-treating:

• Wear reflective tape on your costume at night
• Trick-or-treat in groups
• Look both ways before crossing streets
• Inspect your candy with a parent before eating it

Learn more safety tips on the Red Cross website.