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Council Highlights - September 8, 2021

Oriole Trail Construction Completed - Council received a report from staff regarding the completion of the Oriole Trail Bridge and Boardwalk.

The project, which was done in partnership with York Region and the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, includes two prefabricated steel pedestrian bridges of 33 meters each that cross the Holland River and 306 meters of wood boardwalk that cross provincially significant wetlands.

This project was constructed within the approved Council budget and was also successful in receiving two York Region financial grants totaling $535,178. These grants will offset construction costs and result in an overall savings for the Town.

Holland Landing Yonge Street Revitalization Project - Staff presented an update to Council regarding the Holland Landing Yonge Street Revitalization project. The community is invited to provide input to the project at an in-person Public Information Centre on October 5, 2021 at the Holland Landing Community Centre. Presentation material will also be available. Public input will be incorporated into the concept designs which will be presented to Council this fall.

Overnight Parking Permit Pilot Extended - Results from a six-month overnight parking pilot project were shared with Council. Based on the results, overnight parking permits will continue to be available at designated parking spots at the Ross Family Complex, Civic Centre, and Holland Landing Community Centre. Overnight parking permits can be used from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. at a cost of $100 per month. For more information, visit our Parking page.

Business Recovery Survey Results - MDB Insights shared results from a recent survey of East Gwillimbury businesses. Eighty-eight business were interviewed over a 4 week period. Among respondents, 53% indicated that they are optimistic about growth and increased revenues over the next 12 months compared to the previous 12 months. The survey results also show that 98% of the business community is either very or somewhat satisfied with EG as a place to own and operate a business. The survey also identified the government support programs that businesses are using and their level of satisfaction with factors of doing business including labour force and municipal amenities and services. These survey results will be used to help identify Economic Development priorities for the Town.

Get involved with Council Meetings!

To view EG's Council Meeting schedule, visit our Council Calendar.

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If you miss the meetings you can watch them at: www.youtube.com/TownEastGwillimbury

Employment Opportunity

The Town is hiring Facility Attendants to work at the EG Sports Complex! We’re looking for adults and students to maintain the facility on week nights and on weekends. If you have First Aid Training, a Driver’s Licence in good- standing, and enjoy working with others, apply today!

To view current employment opportunities, visit our Careers page.

Public Notices

LDD Egg Mass Removal Demonstration

Join Town staff on September 18 at 10 a.m. for an in-person LDD egg mass removal demonstration! The demonstration will take place at the baseball diamond located in French Park, 459 Queensville Sideroad. COVID-19 safety protocols will be in effect, please practice physical distancing and wear a face mask. For more information, visit our LDD: Protect Your Trees Information page.

Mainprize and King Street are a Slam Dunk!

Who’s ready to play ball? The Mainprize Park and King Street Park half-court basketball courts are officially open and ready for some action. Located at 40 Mainprize Crescent, and 531 King Street, Mount Albert come check these new courts out!

York Region COVID-19 Vaccine Walk-In Clinics

York Region is hosting a series of pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics across York Region. These weekly walk-in locations provide easy access to first and second doses to anyone age 12+ who lives, works or goes to school in York Region. Pop-up clinic locations will be added to the Region’s website throughout the week, please visit www.york.ca/covid19vaccine for the most up to date information.

Community Events

EG Virtual Art Show and Sale - Calling all artists! The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is pleased to present the 2nd Annual EG Virtual Art Show and Sale. Artists are invited to submit pieces for the show and sale by completing the online application on our Art Show page. The deadline to submit pieces is September 27. If you have any questions, email the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

EG Farmer’s Market - Come join us at the Civic Centre every Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m. and meet new and local vendors for delicious treats, produce, decor items, and more. To learn more, visit our Farmers' Market page.

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.

EG Food Pantry - September 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Holland Landing Community Centre.

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!