Aug 29, 2025
What’s Happening in Kingston This Week | Back to School, Parking Fines, UDSI & More Welcome to Inside Kingston — your weekly source for quick, reliable updates on what’s happening in the City of Kingston. In this episode:
🔹 Back to School Safety – Keep crosswalks and sidewalks clear, and stop for crossing guards and school buses.
🔹 University District Safety Initiative (UDSI) – This runs through Sept. 7 with extra police and by-law presence, and nightly closures at Gord Downie Pier and Breakwater Park beach.
🔹 Parking Fines Increase – Fines for illegal parking rise Sept. 1. Parking rates stay the same!
🔹 Council Meeting Highlights – Topics include supportive housing, climate targets and visioning for the future.
🔹 Labour Day Burn Ban – A full burn ban is in effect; no open-air fires or fireworks.
🔹 Food Security Projects – Funding is available for local food initiatives and community gardens.
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