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I hear it's a love-hate relationship with West Park?

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/west-park-love-it-or-hate-it","title":"West Park: Love it or Hate it?","summary":"I hear it's a love-hate relationship with West Park?","date_modified":"2026-06-11T23:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/glenwoods-upgrades-have-started","html_content":"

Building a Stronger Ward 1 means delivering good roads, too!

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/glenwoods-upgrades-have-started","title":"Glenwoods Getting a Lift!","summary":"Building a Stronger Ward 1 means delivering good roads, too!","date_modified":"2026-06-11T23:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/queensway-construction-2026","html_content":"

An Update on Your Neighbourhood: Investing in Queensway South

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/queensway-construction-2026","title":"Queensway Construction 2026","summary":"An Update on Your Neighbourhood: Investing in Queensway South","date_modified":"2026-05-30T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/taking-action-on-invasive-species-together","html_content":"

Taking Action on Invasive Species in Lake Simcoe

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/taking-action-on-invasive-species-together","title":"Taking Action on Invasive Species Together","summary":"Taking Action on Invasive Species in Lake Simcoe","date_modified":"2026-05-23T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/lake-dr-construction-a-quick-update-for-residents","html_content":"

Hi neighbors,

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/lake-dr-construction-a-quick-update-for-residents","title":"Lake Dr Construction: A Quick Update ","summary":"Hi neighbors,","date_modified":"2026-05-22T00:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/we-are-dynamic","html_content":"

Municipalities are the most dynamic organizations. Just think about it: Our Town manages, maintains and plans all:

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/we-are-dynamic","title":"We are dynamic!","summary":"Municipalities are the most dynamic organizations. Just think about it: Our Town manages, maintains and plans all:","date_modified":"2026-05-21T14:50:52Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-being-built-across-from-zehrs","html_content":"

The Town of Georgina has designated more than 500 acres of business park lands permitted for a wide range of industrial uses, including office space, at the northeast corner of Woodbine Avenue and Glenwoods Avenue in Kes...

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-being-built-across-from-zehrs","title":"PSA - What is being built across from Zehrs?","summary":"The Town of Georgina has designated more than 500 acres of business park lands permitted for a wide range of industrial uses, including office space, at the northeast corner of Woodbine Avenue and Glenwoods Avenue in Kes...","date_modified":"2025-07-10T16:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/lake-simcoe-watch-qa","html_content":"

Ontario Municipal Election 2022 – Candidate Responses

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/lake-simcoe-watch-qa","title":"Lake Simcoe Watch Q&A","summary":"Ontario Municipal Election 2022 – Candidate Responses","date_modified":"2025-03-05T17:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/lake-simcoe-protect-plan","html_content":"

What does Lake Simcoe mean to you?

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/lake-simcoe-protect-plan","title":"What does Lake Simcoe mean to you? ","summary":"What does Lake Simcoe mean to you?","date_modified":"2025-02-14T17:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/looking-to-report-a-problem","html_content":"

Hello!

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/looking-to-report-a-problem","title":"Looking to Report a Problem?","summary":"Hello!","date_modified":"2024-08-07T16:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/waterfront-parks-plan","html_content":"

Dear Residents and Friends,

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/waterfront-parks-plan","title":"Join Us for Part 3 – Your Voice Matters!","summary":"Dear Residents and Friends,","date_modified":"2024-06-03T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/how-do-development-charges-help-build-our-town","html_content":"

Development charges are important fees that municipalities charge to cover the costs of growth-related capital projects, including essential services like water lines and recreational facilities. It’s crucial to note tha...

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/how-do-development-charges-help-build-our-town","title":"How do Development Charges Help Build Our Town?","summary":"Development charges are important fees that municipalities charge to cover the costs of growth-related capital projects, including essential services like water lines and recreational facilities. It’s crucial to note tha...","date_modified":"2024-03-29T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-can-we-do-to-help-lake-simcoe","html_content":"

Everyone's action has an impact, and we can each do our part to help.

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-can-we-do-to-help-lake-simcoe","title":"What can property owners do to help Lake Simcoe?","summary":"Everyone's action has an impact, and we can each do our part to help.","date_modified":"2024-03-01T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-the-lake-to-lake-cycling-route-and-walking-trail","html_content":"

Hi,

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-the-lake-to-lake-cycling-route-and-walking-trail","title":"What is the Lake to Lake Cycling Route and Walking Trail?","summary":"Hi,","date_modified":"2024-02-29T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/safe-street-action","html_content":"

Help Solve a Crime and Keep our Community Safe

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/safe-street-action","title":"Ready to Help with Safe Street Action?","summary":"Help Solve a Crime and Keep our Community Safe","date_modified":"2024-01-31T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/how-does-an-asset-management-plan-help-steady-taxes","html_content":"

Hello,

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/how-does-an-asset-management-plan-help-steady-taxes","title":"How does an Asset Management sound exciting to you?","summary":"Hello,","date_modified":"2024-01-26T07:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/council-staff-relationship-and-roles","html_content":"

Have you ever wondered what a councillor actually does?

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/council-staff-relationship-and-roles","title":"Council-Staff, how does it work?","summary":"Have you ever wondered what a councillor actually does?","date_modified":"2024-01-05T06:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/service-options","html_content":"

The Town of Georgina is excited to simplify your experience in accessing vital services and information!

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/service-options","title":"Service Options","summary":"The Town of Georgina is excited to simplify your experience in accessing vital services and information!","date_modified":"2023-11-03T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/community-improvement-is-a-big-part-of-the-role","html_content":"

Are you a local business owner interested in enhancing your space or growing your business? I'd like to see that happen, too!

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/community-improvement-is-a-big-part-of-the-role","title":"Community Improvement Plan is almost here!","summary":"Are you a local business owner interested in enhancing your space or growing your business? I'd like to see that happen, too!","date_modified":"2023-09-29T05:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/land-planning-101","html_content":"

Thinking about building in Georgina? I’ve heard from so many people that the process can feel overwhelming and complicated. Honestly, the more I learn, the more I see why it feels that way!

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/land-planning-101","title":"So you're looking to build?","summary":"Thinking about building in Georgina? I’ve heard from so many people that the process can feel overwhelming and complicated. Honestly, the more I learn, the more I see why it feels that way!","date_modified":"2023-09-12T07:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/conflict-of-interest-and-ethical-matters","html_content":"

Hello,

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/conflict-of-interest-and-ethical-matters","title":"Oh no - Conflict of Interest and Ethical Matters... ","summary":"Hello,","date_modified":"2023-06-21T05:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/strategic-planning-guides-the-way","html_content":"

At the start of each term, Council and staff come together to craft a strategic plan.

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/strategic-planning-guides-the-way","title":"Strategic Planning Leads the Way!","summary":"At the start of each term, Council and staff come together to craft a strategic plan.","date_modified":"2023-06-01T15:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-the-greenbelt","html_content":"

Did you know Ontario's Greenbelt is the largest in the world?

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-the-greenbelt","title":"What is the Greenbelt?","summary":"Did you know Ontario's Greenbelt is the largest in the world?","date_modified":"2023-05-11T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/where-is-keswick-centre","html_content":"

Who doesn't love an afternoon with a coffee in hand, spending time browsing in-and-out of little shops?

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/where-is-keswick-centre","title":"Where is Keswick's Cute Downtown?","summary":"Who doesn't love an afternoon with a coffee in hand, spending time browsing in-and-out of little shops?","date_modified":"2023-04-12T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-a-provincial-policy-statement","html_content":"

What is a Provincial Policy Statement, and how does it affect me?

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-a-provincial-policy-statement","title":"What is a Provincial Policy Statement?","summary":"What is a Provincial Policy Statement, and how does it affect me?","date_modified":"2023-02-10T06:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/health-of-lake-simcoe","html_content":"

Ecological Health of Lake Simcoe and Its Watershed

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/health-of-lake-simcoe","title":"Health of Lake Simcoe ","summary":"Ecological Health of Lake Simcoe and Its Watershed","date_modified":"2023-01-13T05:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-a-councillor-responsible-for","html_content":"

Hello,

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-is-a-councillor-responsible-for","title":" \"What is a councillor responsible for?\"","summary":"Hello,","date_modified":"2022-12-06T05:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/silverstone---tree-replacement-concerns","html_content":"

There is always so much to learn from residents. It's where I learn about issues firsthand and can connect with staff. It is known as ground-truthing. I have to say, I really like this part of the job!

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/silverstone---tree-replacement-concerns","title":"PSA - Silverstone - Tree Replacement Concerns","summary":"There is always so much to learn from residents. It's where I learn about issues firsthand and can connect with staff. It is known as ground-truthing. I have to say, I really like this part of the job!","date_modified":"2022-11-29T17:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/lack-of-road-marking-concerns","html_content":"

There is always so much to learn from residents. It's where I learn about issues seen firsthand, and where staff can connect. It is known as ground-truthing. I have to say, I really like this part of the job!

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/lack-of-road-marking-concerns","title":"Lack of Road Marking Concerns","summary":"There is always so much to learn from residents. It's where I learn about issues seen firsthand, and where staff can connect. It is known as ground-truthing. I have to say, I really like this part of the job!","date_modified":"2022-11-18T17:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/glasglow-linden-tree-sap-concerns","html_content":"

There is always so much to learn from residents when spending time at their doors. It's where issues are seen firsthand, and staff can be connected. It is known as ground-truthing. I have to say, I really like this part ...

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/glasglow-linden-tree-sap-concerns","title":"PSA- Glasglow: Linden Tree Sap Concerns","summary":"There is always so much to learn from residents when spending time at their doors. It's where issues are seen firsthand, and staff can be connected. It is known as ground-truthing. I have to say, I really like this part ...","date_modified":"2022-11-01T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-does-a-zoning-bylaw-control","html_content":"

The zoning bylaw controls land use. It implements the objectives and policies of the official plan by regulating and controlling specific land uses (and as such, must conform with the plan). A zoning bylaw achieves this ...

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/what-does-a-zoning-bylaw-control","title":"What does a Zoning Bylaw Control?","summary":"The zoning bylaw controls land use. It implements the objectives and policies of the official plan by regulating and controlling specific land uses (and as such, must conform with the plan). A zoning bylaw achieves this ...","date_modified":"2022-10-28T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/do-you-have-fibe-install-concern","html_content":"

There is always so much to learn from residents when spending time at their door. It's where issues are seen firsthand and staff can connect. It is known as ground-truthing. I have to say, I really like this part of the ...

","url":"https://charlenebiggerstaff.ca/updates-1/f/do-you-have-fibe-install-concern","title":" Concerned About Your Fibe Install?","summary":"There is always so much to learn from residents when spending time at their door. It's where issues are seen firsthand and staff can connect. It is known as ground-truthing. I have to say, I really like this part of the ...","date_modified":"2022-10-10T14:00:00Z"}]}