Ward 1 News, Meetings and Events

Ward 1 News Update – May 7, 2024

Read the latest community news and updates from Ward 1 Councillor, Kelvin Galbraith.

In this issue Ward 1 News

• Recommendation report for 276, 284 and 292 Plains Rd E (May 13)
• New development application - 236 Plains Road East
• Proposed Development - 127 Plains Road West
• Ward 1 Drop-in Session (May 23)
• Ward 1 Community Meeting Presentation
• Speeding and Traffic Calming in Ward 1
• Aldershot Farmer's Market (May 25)
• LaSalle Park Marina and Boat Launch Open

City News

• Upcoming at Standing Committees and Council
• Solar panel incentive program
• Urban Forest Master Plan
• Burlington recognized as a Tree City of the World
• Draft Live and Play Plan recommendations ready
• Registration Open for Summer Adult Recreation Programs
• Mayor's Speaker Series on Affordable Housing (May 27)
• Civic Recognition Nominations Open

Community Updates and Events

• Community Development Halton Seeking Board Members
• Burlington Public Library Writing Contest
• Compost Giveaway Days (May 6-12)
• Celebrate Burlington's Twin Cities (May 11)
• World Migratory Bird...

Ward 1 Community Meeting – April 25, 2024

20 Years of Aldershot - Past, Present and Future

Aldershot has been evolving over the last 20 years and the changes will continue for our growing community. Join me to hear about the changes that have made Aldershot what it is today, as well as what is expected into the future.

I will also be joined by city staff to go over the scope of work planned this year on Waterdown Road and answer any questions.

Meeting details:

• Date: Thursday, April 25, 2024
• Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m.
• Location: In-Person - East Plains United Church, 375 Plains Road East
• Virtually via Zoom
• By Telephone: 1-647-374-4685, Webinar ID: 897 9958 4944

For more information, contact the ward 1 office at 905-335-7600, ext. 7863 or by email.

Ward 1 News Update – April 4, 2024

Read the latest community news and updates from Ward 1 Councillor, Kelvin Galbraith.

In this issue Ward 1 Updates

• Ward 1 Community Meeting (Apr. 25)
• North Shore Boulevard Closed Due to Sink Hole
• Tyandaga Golf Course to Remain 18-Holes
• North Service Road Reopened
• 1026 Cooke Blvd Development Receives Modified Approval
• Adi Phase 2 Development - 1120 Cooke Blvd.
• Havendale Boulevard Reconstruction
• Tyandaga Park Drive Area Construction Update
• Fairchild Park Upgrades

City Updates

• Upcoming at Standing Committees and Council
• Burlington Canal Lift Bridge Update
• City-wide Patio Program Approved
• Architects wanted for Urban Design Advisory Panel
• Free Ice Paint and Skate (Apr 14)

Community Updates

• Indoor Garage and Bake Sale (Apr 6)
• Solar Eclipse Events (Apr 8)
• Safety for Seniors
• BurlingtonGreen Spring Events
• Aldershot Community Honour Roll Awards Ceremony (May 30)
• Free Tax Clinics
• I ❤ Aldershot Program
• Out-4-Lunch Aldershot (Apr 8)
• 2024 Bay Area Climate Forum (May 7)
• St. Matthew's Annual Spring Plant Sale
• Hike for Carpenter...

Ward 1 Drop-in Session – March 21, 2024

You're invited to stop by, enjoy a coffee and Timbit, and share your thoughts with me about Ward 1 matters:

• Thursday, March 21, 2024
• Anytime between 6:30 - 8 p.m.
• Mapleview Shopping Centre Food Court
• 900 Maple Ave., Upper Level (look for me and my sign at the elevated oval table near the elevator)

For more information, contact the ward 1 office at 905-335-7600, ext. 7863 or by email.

Ward 1 News Update – Feb. 26, 2024

Read the latest community news and updates from Ward 1 Councillor, Kelvin Galbraith.

In this issue Ward 1 Updates

• Public Meeting for Gallagher Greenhouse Lands (Feb. 29)
• Staff Recommending Approval of Adi Development at 1120 Cooke Blvd. (Mar. 4 & 5)
• Tyandaga Golf Course Update (Mar. 4 & 5)
• Preliminary Vision for 1200 King Road (Mar. 4)
• Statutory Public Meeting for 1026 Cooke Blvd. (Mar. 5)
• Havendale, Silwell, Dawlish Reconstruction Public Meeting (Mar. 7)
• Ward 1 Drop-in Session (Mar. 21)
• King Road Closure for Jefferson Salamander migration (Mar. 5-Apr. 2)
• Waterdown Road Widening and Watermain Replacement
• Hidden Valley Park Leash-Free Area

City Updates

• Upcoming at Standing Committees and Council
• New AI Digital Assistant on City Website
• Changes to Downtown Parking Fees
• Festivals and Events Survey
• New City Manager for Burlington
• Burlington Hydro Electrical Safety Survey

Community Updates

• Halton Garden Week (Feb. 28-Mar. 2)
• March Lineup at Burlington Performing Arts Centre
• Solar Eclipse Workshop (Mar. 9)
• Visit...