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As Head of Council, I have signed the letter of commitment for Aurora’s provincial housing target and forwarded it to the Honorable Paul Calandra, Minister

Last night at GC, Council discussed the Housing target the Province has set for Aurora and our pledge to meet that target and commit to

Upcoming motion to implement “As of Right” pre zoning along key thoroughfares including Leslie and Bayview, as well as both Yonge and Wellington streamlining the

I am excited to announce that the Town of Aurora has signed an agreement with Fibre internet provider telMAX to bring high speed fibre internet

Beginning 2024, Instead of using monthly passes, York Regional Council has approved “fare capping.” This new system aims to make things fairer for everyone and

The Aurora Town Council has approved updates to two important by laws: the Property Standards By-Law and the Vital Services By-Law. These changes will be

I am thrilled to announce that Aurora is teaming up with Magna for a new community programming partnership. This partnership will last for four years

At this week’s General Committee meeting, Council discussed a report about the potential of a new turf field and clubhouse at Sheppard’s Bush. The recommendation

Given the significant importance of the Great Lakes water basin to the economic vitality and environmental health of York Region, as the Mayor of Aurora,

This week at Council, I presented a motion for Council’s consideration to create a proposed bylaw for piloting urban mobility vehicles on our Town roads,

This past week, Regional Council established an important precedent in the ongoing discussion regarding the development of a men’s transitional housing shelter in the Town

Thankfully, the recent WestJet strike action has been resolved – but not before it caused significant disruption in the lives of fellow Canadians. Hundreds of

During this week’s General Committee meeting, Council discussed the development plans and budget for the new park on Hartwell Way. Following extensive work by staff

I wanted to update residents with respect to the issue of our level crossings in Town. I have been working with Regional staff and Metrolinx

At this week’s General Committee Meeting, Council discussed the recent resident satisfaction survey conducted by the Town of Aurora. This survey was the first in

I believe it is incumbent on Council to seek facts before arriving at any decision. At our last council meeting two motions were proposed. Both seeking

Last night at GC, Council discussed the Town of Aurora’s draft Parks and Recreation master plan. This plan outlines our vision for the town’s parks

Last night we had a full house in the Council chambers as Council – once again – debated the matter of the rebuild of the

Tuesday, March 28, 2023 York Regional Council – Thursday, March 23, 2023 Live streaming of the public session of Council and Committee of the Whole

I am so encouraged by seeing the numbers from York Region’s (Aurora’s) 2022 Employment Survey Results.  Our Town’s economy continues to show strong signs of

I regret to inform all residents that Smart Centres has appealed the development application for the old Canadian Tire site to the Ontario Land Tribunal

With regards to an Aurora family’s application to rebuild their home on Fleury street, as there has been some confusion regarding the obligations and legislated

In the interest of addressing questions raised by residents, two votes made at last night’s General Committee meeting warrant comment and/or clarification.   The first

With the recent snowfall and the many conversations surrounding and concerns raised regarding how best to address windrows, I would like to update everyone on

The community interest in the sport of pickleball continues to grow. And this reflected in our ongoing discussions about sport and recreation planning in Aurora.

Our Official Plan Update is underway and as part of this process we can seize the opportunity to modernize our housing policies…use ALL the tools

Last night, Council had before it an application for a mixed use, residential development within the secondary plan area or the Aurora Promenade. A development of residential

At this week’s meeting of Council, Council unanimously passed the Town of Aurora’s 2023 Budget; approving a 2.5% per cent increase and 1% for infrastructure reserves.

Last Night Council held a Public Planning meeting.  These meetings are an important first step in the planning process and are a great opportunity to