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Last night, Council, by a 6–1 vote, approved awarding the tender for a long-needed infrastructure project on Yonge Street from the railway overpass south to

Did you know? Aurora has one of the lowest tax rates in the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA), and the lowest four-year tax rate in

This morning at Regional Council, we received an important update on York Region’s drinking water and wastewater systems, highlighting not only the scale of what

From day one in 2018, I knew Aurora had work to do. For too long, we were falling behind when it came to protecting and

Our approach to housing has shifted dramatically since 2018: from less talk to more action. We reduced red tape and inefficiency to make it easier

Last night at Committee of the Whole, Council unanimously supported the motion I brought forward to protect vulnerable social infrastructure in Aurora. This includes places

There has been considerable community discussion around the Victoria Hall renovation and its potential future uses — so I wanted to ensure all residents had

Update on Smaller Recycling Cart Exchanges After many residents — and the Town — have been waiting for clear information, Circular Materials has finally provided

Last night, after all of Council having had the opportunity to review all the information provided to make an informed decision, Council voted 4–3 to

Beginning Tuesday February 17, the Town will be placing a school crossing guard on Conover Avenue in front of Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School to

In my opinion, renovating Victoria Hall is the responsible decision if we are serious about preserving an important piece of Aurora’s built Heritage. There are

As we begin a new budget year, it is a good time to reflect on our Town’s overall financial position and the emphasis we continue

We’ve now received confirmation from Circular Materials outlining the next steps and timeline for the recycling cart exchange for residents who have requested the smaller

This week, Council considered a motion by a Councillor that proposed a fundamental change to how Development Charges (DCs) are collected in the Town of

For well over 100 years, Aurora’s historic core has served as the heart of our community—a vibrant place to gather, celebrate, shop, dine, and connect.

As we head into 2026, my focus is on building on the momentum we’ve created and continuing to deliver real, tangible results for residents. That

A Year of Milestones, Moments, and Community Spirit I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and holiday season and found time to relax with

I know many of you have been asking and patiently waiting for details about what to do with your blue boxes as we transition to

With the statutory period concluded, the 2026 People’s Budget is now officially adopted — marking an important moment for our community. At 2.2%, this budget

I know many in the neighbourhood have had concerns about how the former George Street school property will be developed, so I want to provide

This week, Council will be reviewing the updated Procedure By-law — and I want to be clear: I fully support this update. It’s long overdue.

With crime and community safety top of mind for many residents, I’m glad to share that with the approval of the York Region Budget, Aurora

Last night at Council, my motion to develop a First-Time Leak Forgiveness Program passed unanimously — great news for residents. We’ve all heard the stories:

BLUE BIN UPDATE – HOW TO REQUEST THE SMALLER 65-GALLON CART As promised, here are the details on how residents can request the new smaller