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CYFS Incident Report - February 13, 2023

Posted on Thursday, February 16, 2023 09:04 AM

Central York Fire Services Incident Report
Incident Type: Structure Fire
Date: February 13, 2023
Time of Call: 3:07 p.m.
Ward 3
Address / location of incident: Dawlish Avenue, Aurora
Description:

Central York Fire Services (CYFS) responded to reports of a garage fire. The first unit on scene reported a fully involved garage fire with heavy smoke and flames. The volume of fire was a threat to the adjacent house and one disabled resident was unable to exit his house.

The crews were able to contain the fire to...

Town Extends Condolences After Passing of Former Councillor Betty Pedersen

Posted on Wednesday, February 01, 2023 02:00 PM

It is with great sadness that The Town of Aurora shares news of the passing of former councillor Betty Pedersen. Betty served as a member of Council for several terms: 1978-1982, 1985-1994 and 2000-2003. She passed away on January 26, 2023.

“I was saddened to learn of the passing of former councillor Betty Pedersen. From her long-term involvement in many community organizations, to her continued support of public engagement in local politics through her cable show Council in Action, Betty...

Town of Aurora Finalizes 2023 Municipal Budget

Posted on Wednesday, February 01, 2023 10:10 AM

Aurora Town Council approved the 2023 municipal budget on Tuesday evening, with a 3.5 per cent increase on the tax levy, representing an increase of 2.5 per cent to account for inflationary pressures and another 1 per cent for the long-term renewal of Town infrastructure. The increase translates to an additional $81 for the average home in Aurora.

“This budget recognizes the financial pressures facing residents and businesses, and along with members of Council, I am proud that we were able to...

Highlights of the Meeting of Council on Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Posted on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 01:00 PM

Support of York Region’s position to protect Greenbelt and Oak Ridges Moraine

Aurora Town Council on Tuesday adopted a motion that supports York Region’s position that proposed provincial boundary amendments to the Greenbelt and Oak Ridges Moraine are not required to build more housing in York Region. In November 2022, the Ontario Government put forward proposed amendments to the Green Belt Plan that would redesignate or remove 330 hectares of protected land in York Region for urban development....

Flags at all Town of Aurora facilities at Half-Mast

Posted on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 09:53 AM

Flags at Town of Aurora facilities have been lowered to half-mast to honour the late lieutenant-governor David Onley.

His legacy and impact on those living with disabilities in Ontario will always be remembered.