Category: Local News
Stouffville To Conduct Comprehensive Residential Parking Review
Oct 18, 2024 | Local Governance, Local News
Council has directed Staff to investigate solutions for ongoing residential parking infractions and limited parking availability. Common complaints include vehicles obstructing sidewalks and roadways and excessive hardscaping of yards to create additional parking spaces.
Stouffville To Prohibit Consumer Fireworks Following Unanimous Council Vote
Oct 17, 2024 | Community Life, Local News
Stouffville will ban the sale and use of all consumer-grade fireworks within town limits beginning early 2025. Professionally launched fireworks displays will still be allowed with a permit.
Automated Speed Enforcement Cameras Set for Mid-2025 Activation
Oct 16, 2024 | Community Life, Local News
Utilizing recently expanded Community Safety Zones, ASE equipment will be deployed in stages. Authority has been delegated to Staff to decide on locations using a data-based approach and in consultation with local Councillors.
Council to Vote on Stricter Fireworks Regulations Following Community Concerns
Oct 11, 2024 | Local Governance, Local News
Community complaints about the nuisance of illegal fireworks are a regular occurrence in...
Hyson Appeals Stouffville’s Rejection of 13-Storey Main Street Development
Oct 10, 2024 | Local News, Real Estate & Development
In an upcoming Ontario Land Tribunal appeal, Hyson Developments will contest Stouffville’s decision to deny Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments needed to permit a 210-unit building at 5964 Main Street.
York Region Study Uncovers 251 Acres for Possible Housing Solutions
Oct 9, 2024 | Local News, Real Estate & Development
York Region Staff have conducted a review of all Regionally owned buildings and lands to identify opportunities for repurposing and more efficient land use. While no feasible buildings were identified, Staff found lands which could be used for additional housing.
Stouffville to Receive $1.35 Million From Province for Critical Infrastructure Investments
Oct 8, 2024 | Local Governance, Local News
Stouffville will receive $1.35 million from the 2025 Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund program...
Stouffville Moves Ahead With Its Largest Densification Proposal To Date
Oct 4, 2024 | Local News, Real Estate & Development
While a lack of public parkland remains a sticking point, conditional approvals were granted for five buildings consisting of 800 total units at the northeast corner of Main Street and Highway 48.
Stouffville Announces Oct. 7 Demolition of 6343 Main To Make Way For Expanded Civic Square
Oct 3, 2024 | Community Life, Local News
After considering options that would have seen the now Town-owned heritage building maintained, Stouffville will raze the structure to grow Civic Square and reprogram the space.
York Region Transit Reflects on 2024, Details Stouffville Service Initiatives for 2025
Oct 3, 2024 | Community Life, Local News
After boosting bus service and introducing On-Request Gormley in 2024, York Region Transit will focus on expanding On-Request service in Stouffville and Vandorf as part of its 2025 Annual Plan.
Stouffville Eyes 2026 for Whistle-Free Rail Crossings at Reeves Way, Hoover Park
Oct 2, 2024 | Community Life, Local News
Following today’s approved motion from Councillor Sue Sherban, Town Staff will issue a Request for Tender this fall for infrastructure work required to secure whistle cessation approvals.
With 2025 Budget Timeline Set, Stouffville Begins Public Consultation
Sep 30, 2024 | Local Governance, Local News
A pre-budget consultation meeting will be held on October 17 to gather input from the community, and a public survey will allow residents and ratepayers to submit their thoughts and comments regarding budget priorities