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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...

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...

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