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HB NEWS NEW BILL PROPOSES MAJOR URBAN EXPANSION REETI ROHILLA rrohilla@metroland.com ‘Town council members believe approv- alof Bill 23 — the More Homes Built Faster Act — could cost Halton Hills its small- town environment, and need more time to respond. With Bill through the provincial pernirnchi Halton Hills, among other Ontario municipalities, could be burdened wath its economic, so- cial and en plication: Looking 2 at the nape with the ‘naked eye, it looks like we might be getting 5,000 acres developed, which is far more expan- sion than what the council unanimously supported 2 a 2 year ago," said outgoing May- xr Rick Bonnette, during the current term 's last council meeting on Nov. 7. “It's going to be a hard time for future council- lors to try to keep that small-town feel be- cause it is almost going to look like the City of Halton Hills down the road," he added. Allthree levels of government must col- laborate to solve the housing crisis, ac- cording to atown resolution for the provin- meaningful consultation, crafting legislation that significantly af- nes municipal financing, infrastructure nd funding, clii change strategies, and staffing revels, en nega- tively impact their abil- ity to provide services, stated the resolu- tion. ‘ill 23 proposes to limit the ability of municipalities to implement design stan- dards under the Planning Act — pe pplication of Green Development to improve energy efficiency Ser _ climate change jmp act of new buildings, the resolution stated. "It's ‘rast stupid not to ald them better when we can do it and we can do it easily," said Coun. Jane Fogal. The resolution said the introduction of Green Development Standards has re- duced greenhouse gas emissions and low- ered operating costs of hundreds of build- ings in Halton Hills with no apparent im- pact on the speed of building homes, while Jane Fogal photo Jane Fogal is among the councillor who takes. issue with the local impact of the proposed Bill 23. "It's just stupid not to build them better when we can do it and we can do it easily.” - Coun. Jane Fogal also reducing the long-term cost of home ownership. "We have to answer to the proposed bill within 30 days, with no consultation —its totally unacceptable," said Fogal. "Resi- dents are starting to understand what the issues are and there's going to bea lot more eople coming forward as the word gets With the far-reaching and consequen- tial legislative changes introduced imme- diately after the ne the elections, town provincial govern- mento to extend the publi commenting pe- ra municipal say caaten. You've worked hard to enjoy retirement, now it’s our pleasure to make this the best time of your life ina family, friendly atmosphere. Our residents enjoy weekly housekeeping, social meals & activities to support their independent lifestyle. 5+ Acre Property PNT RSTO KW Nem enV Kw Nexexo)aalaatete -lilelary 1 Bedroom Suites with Kitchenette & Large SS} ke) ¢-le[-M@l (os-t-1 Indoor & Outdoor Activity Options =Taterol¥l ele} are mcxereit-] 5 Physical & Mental Wellbeing BOOK YOUR PRIVATE TOUR WITH US TOD. RETIREMENT HOME 222 Mountainview Road North, Georgetown 905-877-1800 id, ORCA INH UONEH - dl CUL | © 202 ‘L} Jequienon ‘Aepsunyy |