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January 16 Committee of the Whole highlights:
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
– The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), shared an overview about how property assessments work. Homeowners are encouraged to visit aboutmyproperty.ca to learn more about your property assessment and to compare your property to others in the neighbourhood. To watch the full presentation, visit www.youtube.com/TownEastGwillimbury.
 
Environmental Strategy – The Town has a draft Environmental Strategy ready for public review. The content of the strategy was developed based on a year-long public engagement campaign and outlines the work the Town is currently doing and future initiatives and projects. The document is now available for review at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/environmentalstrategy.

Cover of Draft Environmental Strategy

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Upcoming Council Meetings

  • Tuesday, January 30 -  Accessibility Advisory Committee at 7:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, January 31 - Committee of Adjustment at 7:00 p.m. 

Get involved!
Review the agenda at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas
Make a deputation at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/deputations

Winter Reminders

Temporary Warming Centres in EG
During cold weather, these EG facilities can be used as temporary warming centres during regular business hours:

  • Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street)
  • East Gwillimbury Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road)
  • Ross Family Complex (19300 Centre Street)
  • East Gwillimbury Public Library - Holland Landing Branch (19513 Yonge Street)
  • East Gwillimbury Public Library - Mount Albert Branch (19300 Centre Street)

Out of the Cold
Blue Door's Mosaic Interfaith Out of the Cold is opening another program in East Gwillimbury. The location is:

  • Victory Baptist Church (18408 Yonge Street) at the back door
  • Nightly from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.
  • Open until April 30, 2024

For more information, visit https://bluedoor.ca

Snow Tips
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 you, clear 1 metre of space around it in case of an emergency.
  • There is no street parking when it is snowing outside.
  • Do not let vehicles overhang onto the road or sidewalks when parked.

To learn more, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/snowclearing

Homeowner Winter Reminders

Snow Clearing Assistance Program
EG is offering a Snow Removal Financial Assistance Pilot Program for the winter season for residents over 65 or under 65 with a disability. Applications for the season must be received by April 15, 2024, and are limited.
Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/SnowAssistance

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Draft Tree Protection By-law
Draft Tree Protection By-law

The Town is seeking public feedback on a Draft Tree Protection By-law. The proposed draft By-law will protect existing tree canopy on private property to ensure the preservation of natural heritage areas throughout the Town. Residents are invited to review the draft By-law and provide feedback at the following Public Open House dates:  
 

Wednesday, January 24, 2024  
5 to 8 p.m.  
Holland Landing Community Centre (HLCC)  
 
Thursday, February 8, 2024  
5 to 8 p.m.  
Mount Albert Community Centre (MACC)  
 
Wednesday, February 28, 2024  
5 to 8 p.m.  
East Gwillimbury Civic Centre  
 
Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/parks

Get Burn Permits and Pet Licenses Online for 2024
Did you know that recreational burn permits and pet licenses must be purchased annually? Visit  www.eastgwillimbury.ca/OnlineServices to purchase your 2024 permits and licenses!
 
Find your 2024 Property Tax Information Online
View your 2024 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 online portal. Residents should receive the paper bills for the 2024 interim billing by the end of January. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/onlineportal

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East Gwillimbury’s Customer Service team is here to help! Visit the team in-person at the Civic Centre or Sports Complex during regular hours of operation or connect by:

Fire Chief for a Day
Nominate a student in grades 7 or 8 for a random act of kindness (without being prompted) for a chance to become East Gwillimbury’s Fire and Emergency Services Fire Chief for the day!
Nominations can be submitted to fireprevention@eastgwillimbury.ca by January 31, 2024. For details, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/FireChiefContest

Join Team EG!                                                                        
EG is hiring various positions, including:

  • Supervisor, Water/Wastewater
  • Director, Communications and Customer Service (18 month contract)
  • Roads/Parks Operator
  • Student Parks Labourer
  • Seasonal Parks Labourer
  • Aquatics Staff

Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/careers

Summer Camp 2024

Winter PA Day Camps
EG has some exciting winter PA Day camps to keep students busy during school breaks! Registration is open for:

  • Camp EG - February 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
  • March Break Camp - March 5 to 11, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

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

YRT On-Request
York Region Transit launched a new mobile app for various On-Request areas, including Holland Landing. Book, track, and manage your trips to the Holland Landing Community Centre, Green Lane, and Yonge St. (stop #1976) and Mount Albert Road and Leslie Street (stop #2578). Learn more at yrt.ca/OnRequestApp


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3-on-3 Hockey Tournament

Lunar New Year Celebration
Join EG’s Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee on February 4 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the East Gwillimbury Sports Complex for a Lunar New Year celebration! You can celebrate the Year of the Dragon by enjoying cultural delights, family-friendly activities, arts and crafts, interactive games, lively performances, and authentic food. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/LunarNewYear

Family Fun Day
Celebrate Family Day with EG's Family Fun Day! Join us on February 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the East Gwillimbury Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road). Learn more details at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/FamilyFunDay


 

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