In August (2023), the province initiated a housing strategy "COMPETITION", unveiling its ambitious plan to allocate funds from the three-year, $1.2-billion Building Houses Faster Fund. Under this program, municipalities that achieve 80 percent or more of their annual targets will be eligible to receive up to $400 million per year.
Tag: Aurora Housing Target
Conservatives Propose What? The Federal Government Would Set a Target for Municipalities?
First, the Ford government gave the Head of Council, Mayor Tom Mrakas, the power to pledge 8,000 homes by 2031. In return, Mrakas was granted strong mayor powers. This process excluded 6 Aurora Councillors who represent over 60,000 people in a total of six wards.
John West Way and Wellington Corner NOT Approved by Ontario Land Tribunal
On September 15th, 2023, Aurora Mayor, Mrakas, pledged to build 8,000 residential units by 2031 in a letter to the provincial government. The housing pledge was approved on September 26, 2023 by Council. Concerns have been raised about possible misinformation provided to residents regarding the development's status.
Mayor Tom Mrakas Pushing Hard for Strong Mayor Powers
Mayor Tom Mrakas pushing hard for Strong Mayor Powers. It's not the $6 million+, it's the Strong Mayor Power he is after. Check out Mayor's UPDATE: Aurora's Housing Target prime ad in The Auroran.
Cartoon by Scott Johnston – Aurora Commits to Build 8,000 New Homes
The Town of Aurora has pledged to build 8,000 new homes in the future, according to a cartoon by Scott Johnston for The Auroran, a local newspaper.
September 5th, 2023 General Committee Meeting – Municipal Housing Target Pledge
Aurora Mayor Tom Mrakas is committed to meet the Municipal Housing Target by 2031. As a result of this pledge, he will automatically gain Strong Mayor Powers. The debate on this issue is available online.
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