Barrie public meetings in 2022

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for Barrie's December 21, 2022 meeting, containing items for council's information rather than decisions. It includes a staff memo on a liquor sales licence application for The Kage Barrie at 122 Commerce Park Drive, a confidential litigation update, a Community Safety Committee agenda, and correspondence from Lanark County about declaring intimate partner violence an epidemic. No votes or action results are recorded for any item.

• Liquor licence application review for 12120534 Canada Inc. o/a The Kage Barrie at 122 Commerce Park Drive, Units E, F, G
• Confidential litigation update as of October 31, 2022
• Community Safety Committee agenda for December 20, 2022
• Correspondence from Lanark County on declaring IPV/VAW an epidemic

The provided document is a circulation list of items for the meeting date of December 21, 2022. No decisions, votes, or outcomes are recorded in the text.

Community Safety Committee

The Community Safety Committee received a presentation from Police Chief Kimberley Greenwood on the City of Barrie's Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, including strategic priorities and action items. The committee also received reports from the Seniors Advisory Committee and the Accessibility Advisory Committee. No decisions were made; all items were received as information.

• Presentation by Barrie Police Service on Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
• Overview of Barrie Police Service 2022-2025 Strategic Plan Priorities
• Overview of City of Barrie 2022-2026 Strategic Priorities
• Report of Seniors Advisory Committee dated June 27, 2022 received
• Report of Accessibility Advisory Committee dated September 8, 2022 received

The committee received a presentation from Police Chief Kimberley Greenwood regarding the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. The committee also received reports from the Seniors Advisory Committee and the Accessibility Advisory Committee. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Received presentation on Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
• Received Seniors Advisory Committee report dated June 27, 2022
• Received Accessibility Advisory Committee report dated September 8, 2022

General Committee

The General Committee is holding a confidential education and training session on council-staff relations and violence/harassment in the workplace. The only agenda item is a motion to receive the confidential notes from the discussion of a presentation on this topic. No other business is listed.

• Confidential education and training session on Leading Together, Council Staff Relations, Violence/Harassment in the Workplace Training
• Motion 22-G-185 to receive confidential notes from the discussion

The General Committee met in a closed session for a confidential education and training session. No substantive votes were taken during the meeting, except for procedural motions to enter and exit the closed session.

• Received confidential notes regarding 'Leading Together, Council Staff Relations, Violence /Harassment in the Workplace Training' (Motion 22-G-185)

General Committee

The General Committee will discuss creating a lobbyist registry for public disclosure of lobbying activities, and consider a major restructuring of council committees, including dissolving the Planning Committee and establishing a Mayor's Priority and Planning Task Force. The agenda contains two substantive items for discussion and adoption.

• Investigate feasibility of a City of Barrie Lobbyist Registry (Item 8.1, 22-G-183)
• Approve new Reference and Advisory Committee structure (Staff Report LCS007-22)
• Dissolve Planning Committee; move Planning Act public meetings to Affordability Committee
• Authorize amendments to Procedural By-law 2019-100 for new committee structure
• Establish Mayor's Priority and Planning Task Force

The General Committee recommended a new structure for Reference and Advisory Committees, including the dissolution of the Planning Committee. It also recommended that staff investigate the feasibility of creating a Lobbyist Registry.

• Recommended investigation into the feasibility of a City of Barrie Lobbyist Registry
• Recommended approval of Reference Committee and Advisory Committee structure
• Recommended approval of Committee Chairs and memberships
• Recommended Planning Act Public Meetings be held at the Affordability Committee
• Recommended Planning Act development application matters be considered by General Committee
• Recommended dissolution of the Planning Committee
• Recommended establishment of a Mayor’s Priority and Planning Task Force
• Recommended amendments to the composition of the Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee and Town and Gown Committee

Circulation List

This is a Circulation List meeting of the City of Barrie, held December 14, 2022, where staff memos and correspondence are circulated for information. Items cover holiday recreation programming and facility hours, winter sand and salt optimization, outdoor ice rink openings, transit mobility hubs, New Year's Eve programming, and a transit/school board update. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda is informational only.

• Staff memo on holiday programming and facility hours (Dec 14, 2022)
• Staff memo on sand and salt optimization for winter maintenance 2022/2023
• Staff memo on Outdoor Artificial Ice Surface Season Openings
• Staff memo on Allandale and Downtown Transit Mobility Hubs
• Media release: Barrie New Year's Eve headliner Sloan, children's performer Splash'N Boots

The provided document is a circulation list of memos and media releases. There are no recorded decisions, votes, or actions taken by a governing body.

City Council

Barrie City Council met on December 14, 2022, to adopt minutes, recognize award winners, and consider several planning applications. Council approved a zoning by-law amendment for 34-50 Bradford Street, allowing a high-density development with reduced parking, and approved site plan requirements for 10-24 Grove Street West. Public meetings were held for proposed amendments at 70-76 Edgehill Drive (a 396-unit apartment building) and a temporary use by-law at 164 Innisfil Street. Council also received a presentation on the new Comprehensive Zoning By-law and approved a tax application of $35,987.66.

• Approved zoning amendment for 34-50 Bradford Street (HIP Barrie Central Inc.) allowing up to 30 storeys and reduced parking (0.80 spaces/unit)
• Approved site plan control requirements for 10-24 Grove Street West (Grove Street Developments Inc.)
• Public meeting for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments at 70-76 Edgehill Drive to allow a 16-storey, 396-unit apartment building
• Public meeting for a temporary use by-law at 164 Innisfil Street to permit a retail store for 3 years
• Approved tax application for cancellation/reduction/addition in the amount of $35,987.66

City Council unanimously approved the 2022-2026 strategic priorities and passed several zoning by-laws and land use amendments. The council also approved a tax application for $35,987.66 and established a lobbyist registry.

• Adopted 2022-2026 Council Strategic Priorities (11-0)
• Approved tax application for $35,987.66
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 129 Collier Street
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 34-50 Bradford Street
• Approved Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 320 Bayfield Street
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 969, 979, and 989 Mapleview Drive East
• Approved City of Barrie Lobbyist Registry
• Passed By-law 2022-118 for 2023 interim tax billing

General Committee

The General Committee is considering several staff recommendations, including authorizing expropriation for the Yonge Street right-of-way expansion between Mapleview Drive East and Lockhart Road, declaring 145 Loon Avenue surplus and selling it to a developer, and adding no-parking restrictions on Country Lane. The committee will also discuss a proposal to delete about 167 outstanding items from the Pending List, which would cost over $500,000 to address, and receive a presentation on corporate asset management.

• Expropriation of properties on Yonge Street (Mapleview Dr E to Lockhart Rd) for road expansion
• Declare 145 Loon Avenue surplus and sell to Loon Avenue Lands BT Inc. at fair market value
• Add no-parking-anytime restrictions on Country Lane (north side 40 m, south side 62 m west of Yonge St)
• Allocate $5,000 Ward 9 Community Donation from Honeyfield Communities to Downtown Barrie BIA
• Delete approximately 167 outstanding Pending List items from previous Council terms

The General Committee recommended several items for City Council adoption, including the expropriation of properties for Yonge Street expansion and the sale of city-owned land at 145 Loon Avenue. The committee also recommended deleting outdated items from the Council Pending List and updating procedural by-laws.

• Recommended expropriation of properties for Yonge Street expansion between Mapleview Dr E and Lockhart Rd
• Recommended declaring 145 Loon Avenue surplus and offering it for sale to Loon Avenue Lands BT Inc.
• Recommended deleting outstanding items from previous Council terms on the Pending List
• Recommended amending Traffic By-law 2020-107 to add 'No Parking Anytime' on Country Lane
• Recommended allocating $5,000 community donation from Honeyfield Communities to Downtown Barrie BIA
• Recommended appointment of Downtown Barrie BIA Board of Directors through November 14, 2026
• Recommended amendments to Procedural By-law 2019-100 regarding discussion items and in-camera conduct
• Recommended referring Bill 23 correspondence from Allandale Neighbourhood Association to the Affordability Committee

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the December 7, 2022 meeting, containing staff memos and correspondence for council's information. Items include a confidential memo on park enhancement negotiations, a traffic study for a three-way stop, a downtown development update, and several media releases and letters. No decisions are recorded; the agenda is informational only.

• Confidential staff memo on negotiations for a potential park enhancement opportunity
• Investigation of a three-way stop at Crawford Street and Patterson Place (Ward 6)
• Downtown and Urban Growth Centre application status update for Q3 2022 (Wards 1, 2, 8)
• Media release: two hours of free on-street downtown parking in December
• Correspondence from Allandale Neighbourhood Association on Bill 23

The provided document is a circulation list of memos and correspondence. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were recorded.

Planning Committee

The Barrie Planning Committee is meeting to consider several planning applications and policy changes. Key items include a temporary use by-law for a retail store at 164 Innisfil Street, an official plan and zoning amendment to allow self-storage at 320 Bayfield Street (Bayfield Mall), a zoning amendment for mixed-use and residential development at 969-989 Mapleview Drive East, and a zoning amendment for two towers at 129 Collier Street. The committee will also discuss implementing Bill 109, including process and fee changes, and a $90,000 contract for a strategic advisory firm.

• Temporary use by-law for retail store at 164 Innisfil Street (Liquidation Nation) for 3 years until Dec 14, 2025
• Official Plan and zoning amendment to permit self-storage at 320 Bayfield Street (Bayfield Mall)
• Zoning amendment for 969, 979, 989 Mapleview Drive East to allow mixed-use and residential development
• Zoning amendment for 129 Collier Street to permit towers up to 47 metres
• Implementation of Bill 109 including fee changes and $90,000 for strategic advisory firm

The Planning Committee recommended the approval of four land-use applications and a strategy to implement Bill 109. These recommendations are sent to City Council for final adoption on December 14, 2022.

• Recommended approval of temporary use by-law for retail store at 164 Innisfil Street until Dec 14, 2025
• Recommended Official Plan and Zoning amendments for self-storage at 320 Bayfield Street
• Recommended rezoning of 969, 979, and 989 Mapleview Drive East to Neighbourhood Mixed Use and Residential
• Recommended rezoning of 129 Collier Street to allow two towers up to 47 metres in height
• Recommended spending $90,000 from Reinvestment Reserve for a strategic advisory firm regarding Bills 23 and 109
• Directed staff to repeal and replace Site Plan Control By-law 99-312 to reflect Bill 109 and Bill 23
• Directed staff to amend Pre-Consultation By-law 2018-108 and Planning fee schedules

General Committee

The General Committee received presentations and held a strategic planning session to develop and approve the 2022-2026 term of Council strategic priorities. The priorities were approved unanimously by an 11-0 recorded vote. The meeting also included a confidential education or training session discussion.

• Approved 2022-2026 Council Strategic Priorities (11-0 vote)
• Strategic priorities include: Affordable Place to Live, Community Safety, Thriving Community, Infrastructure Investments, Responsible Governance
• Presentation by Michael Prowse, CAO, on strategic priorities development
• Workshop facilitated by Kirk Fox of D'velup Inc.
• MPs and MPPs attended and provided feedback on priorities

The General Committee agreed upon a set of strategic priorities for the 2022-2026 term, categorized into five focus areas. These priorities were recommended to City Council for adoption at the December 14, 2022 meeting. The session included feedback from attending MPs and MPPs.

• Recommended approval of 2022-2026 Strategic Priorities including Affordable Place to Live, Community Safety, Thriving Community, Infrastructure Investments, and Responsible Governance
• Recommended for receipt by City Council the presentation on development of strategic priorities (22-G-170)
• Recommended for receipt by City Council the confidential education session on establishing conditions for success (22-G-171)
• Recommended for receipt by City Council the Council Strategic Priorities Session 2022-2026 (22-G-172)

City Council

Barrie City Council adopted minutes, received a deputation on a proposed indoor gun range at 125 Ferndale Drive, and denied the exemption request for it. Council also denied a temporary noise exemption for FRAM + Slokker at 37 Johnson Street, appointed Councillor Robert Thomson as Deputy Mayor, and approved street names for a Mattamy Homes subdivision. A motion was passed requesting provincial funding for a $250 million wastewater treatment expansion due to Bill 23 impacts.

• Denied exemption for indoor gun range at 125 Ferndale Drive (motion 22-G-164)
• Denied temporary noise exemption for FRAM + Slokker at 37 Johnson Street (motion 22-G-163)
• Appointed Councillor Robert Thomson as Deputy Mayor for 2022-2026 term
• Approved street names for Mattamy Homes subdivision, amended to Yorkshire Drive, McBride Trail, Suzuki Street, Gretzky Avenue, Redditt Crescent
• Passed motion on Bill 23 requesting provincial funding for $250M wastewater treatment expansion

City Council passed a motion requesting the Government of Ontario to fund the expansion of the Waste Water Treatment Facility to meet housing targets. Council also approved several land-use by-laws and appointed Robert Thomson as Deputy Mayor for the 2022-2026 term.

• Requested Ontario Government fund Waste Water Treatment Facility expansion (Carried as amended)
• Appointed Robert Thomson as Deputy Mayor for 2022-2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Paul Evans as Chief Building Official (Unanimous)
• Approved street name changes for Mattamy Homes (Lockhart) subdivision (Carried as amended)
• Approved temporary noise exemption at 37 Johnson Street (Carried)
• Approved exemption request for indoor gun range (Carried)
• Passed 7 part-lot control exemption by-laws for various blocks on Plan 51M-1224 (Unanimous)
• Passed 2 deeming by-laws for Veteran's Drive and Norris Drive (Unanimous)

Circulation List

This is a Circulation List for the City of Barrie, dated November 30, 2022, containing staff memos and correspondence for council's information. Items include a Battery Electric Bus Pilot, the Bradford Street Corridor Study, 2023 Interim Tax Billing, and the 2022 Municipal Benchmarking Study. No votes or decisions are recorded; the agenda is informational only.

• Staff memo on Battery Electric Bus Pilot from Director of Transit and Parking
• Bradford Street Corridor Study – Notice of Public Information Centre No. 3 (Wards 2 and 8)
• 2023 Interim Tax Billing memo from Senior Manager of Accounting and Revenue
• 2022 Municipal Benchmarking Study memo from Director of Development Services
• Proclamation of December 2022 as 'Christmas Cheer Month' by Mayor A. Nuttall

The provided document is a circulation list of memos and correspondence. No votes were taken and no substantive decisions were recorded.

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is reviewing several development applications, including a rezoning for high-rise towers on Bradford Street, a site plan for Grove Street West, and public meetings for residential projects on Edgehill Drive and a retail use on Innisfil Street. They will also receive a presentation on the new Comprehensive Zoning By-law.

• Rezoning of 34-50 Bradford St. to allow up to 25 storeys (75 m) with reduced parking and no landscape buffer
• Site plan approval for 10-24 Grove St. West residential development
• Public meeting for 396-unit apartment building at 70-76 Edgehill Dr., seeking height increase to 16 storeys
• Public meeting for temporary retail use at 164 Innisfil St. for 3 years
• Presentation on new Comprehensive Zoning By-law

The Planning Committee recommended the approval of a zoning by-law amendment for Bradford Street and a site plan for Grove Street West. Other matters regarding Edgehill Drive, Innisfil Street, and a new comprehensive zoning by-law were recommended for receipt by City Council.

• Recommended approval of Zoning By-law Amendment for 34-50 Bradford Street
• Recommended approval in principle of Site Plan Control for 10-24 Grove Street West
• Recommended for receipt by Council: Official Plan and Zoning amendments for 70 and 76 Edgehill Drive
• Recommended for receipt by Council: Temporary Use By-law for 164 Innisfil Street
• Recommended for receipt by Council: Presentation on New Comprehensive Zoning By-law

General Committee

The General Committee is deciding on several staff recommendations, including approving street names for two Mattamy Homes subdivisions, denying a temporary noise exemption for a development at 37 Johnson Street, denying an exemption to allow an indoor gun range, and appointing a Deputy Mayor. The committee will also receive a presentation on the proposed Stormwater Climate Action Fund and discuss interim committee appointments and recent provincial policy changes.

• Approve street names for Mattamy Homes (McKay) subdivision in Ward 7, including Craydon Street, Ennerdale Street, Foxley Heights, and others.
• Approve street names for Mattamy Homes (Lockhart) subdivision in Ward 9, with an amendment replacing several names with Yorkshire Drive, McBride Trail, Suzuki Street, Gretzky Avenue, and Redditt Crescent.
• Deny temporary noise exemption request from FRAM + Slokker for development at 37 Johnson Street (Ward 1).
• Deny exemption request to permit an indoor sport shooting/gun range under By-law 2010-036 (Ward 8).
• Pass by-law to appoint Councillor Robert Thomson as Deputy Mayor for 2022-2026 term.

The General Committee made several recommendations for City Council approval, including the appointment of a Deputy Mayor and the approval of street names for two subdivisions. The committee also recommended denying requests for a noise exemption and an indoor gun range.

• Recommended appointment of Councillor Robert Thomson as Deputy Mayor for 2022-2026
• Recommended approval of street names for Mattamy Homes (McKay) Limited subdivision
• Recommended approval of street names for Mattamy Homes (Lockhart) Limited subdivision
• Recommended denial of temporary noise exemption for 37 Johnson Street
• Recommended denial of exemption to permit an indoor sport shooting/gun range
• Recommended replacing Councillor A.M. Kungl with Councillor B. Hamilton and Mayor A. Nuttall on specific committees
• Referred memorandum on October 25 policy and legislative changes back to staff for more information

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the November 23, 2022 Barrie council meeting, containing staff memos, correspondence, and a committee notice. The most substantive item is a staff report on policy and legislative changes from October 25, 2022, which council referred back to staff for more information on Bill 23, tax base impacts, and changes to the Conservation Authority Act and Heritage Act. Other items include indexed development charge and parking rates for 2023, a transit booking service update, and correspondence on housing and homelessness.

• Staff report on policy and legislative changes from October 25, 2022, referred back for more info on Bill 23, tax base, Conservation Authority Act, Heritage Act
• Development Charge and Cash-in-Lieu of Parking Rates indexed for January 1, 2023
• Specialized Transit Client Online Booking Service staff memo
• Correspondence from Barrie Homelessness and Housing Justice Network on housing and homelessness challenges
• Correspondence on proposed Ontario Heritage Act changes under Bill 23

Council referred a memorandum regarding policy and legislative changes introduced October 25, 2022, back to staff for further information. The request specifically seeks updates on Bill 23, tax base impacts, and changes to the Conservation Authority Act and Heritage Act.

• Referred memorandum on October 25, 2022 legislative changes back to staff for further information on Bill 23, tax base impacts, Conservation Authority Act, and Heritage Act

City Council

This is the inaugural meeting of Barrie City Council for the 2022-2026 term. The agenda consists entirely of ceremonial items: the swearing-in of the new mayor and councillors, recognition of special guests, the mayor's inaugural address, and presentation of lapel pins. No policy decisions or regular business items are on the agenda.

• Alexander Nuttall sworn in as Mayor
• Ten councillors sworn in for Wards 1-10
• Mayor Nuttall delivers inaugural address
• Recognition of special guests including former Mayor Dave Aspden and Tribal Chief Rob 'Lone Wolf' Lowe
• By-law 2022-104 to confirm proceedings of the meeting

The new City Council was officially organized following the administration of the Declaration of Office for Mayor Alexander Nuttall and ten Ward Councillors. The meeting consisted of ceremonial introductions, an inaugural address by the Mayor, and the presentation of council lapel pins.

• Administered Declaration of Office to Mayor Alexander Nuttall
• Administered Declaration of Office to Councillors for Wards 1 through 10
• Passed By-law 2022-104 to confirm proceedings of the November 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the Barrie City Council meeting on November 16, 2022, containing items for information rather than decisions. It includes a staff memo about the Santa Claus Parade and Noella Tree Lighting, several proclamations from the mayor, and media releases on topics like smoke alarm checks, the Transition Vision, and a downtown business move.

• Staff memo on Santa Claus Parade and Noella Tree Lighting
• Proclamation for Transgender Day of Remembrance (Nov 20, 2022)
• Proclamation for Louis Riel Day (Nov 16, 2022)
• Media release on phase two of Barrie's Transition Vision feedback
• Media release on Bill Gosling Outsourcing moving to downtown Barrie

The provided document is a circulation list of memos, proclamations, and media releases. There are no recorded votes, decisions, or actions taken by the council or board.

Committee of Adjustment

This is the agenda for the Barrie Committee of Adjustment meeting on November 9, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The only listed item is a staff report titled 'Committee of Adjustment Agenda November 9, 2022.' No specific applications, decisions, or discussion items are detailed in the provided text.

• Staff report: Committee of Adjustment Agenda November 9, 2022

The provided document is an agenda cover page and does not contain records of decisions, votes, or discussions. No substantive actions were documented.

City Council

This City Council meeting is largely procedural: it adopts the minutes from September 21, 2022, recognizes outgoing council members for their service, and passes several by-laws. The by-laws exempt specific lots on Shepherd Drive from part-lot control, a routine planning step for residential development. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Adopted minutes of September 21, 2022 meeting
• Recognized outgoing council members Aylwin, Harris, McCann, Ward, and Lehman
• Passed By-law 2022-098 exempting Lots 104-108 on Plan 51M-1205 (81-99 Shepherd Drive) from part-lot control
• Passed By-laws 2022-099 through 2022-102 exempting lots on Plan 51M-1216 (124-174 Shepherd Drive) from part-lot control
• Passed By-law 2022-103 confirming council proceedings

City Council unanimously approved five by-laws to exempt various lots and blocks on Shepherd Drive from part lot control. The meeting also included formal recognitions of outgoing council members for their years of service.

• Adopted September 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved By-law 2022-098: Part lot control exemption for 81 to 99 Shepherd Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved By-law 2022-099: Part lot control exemption for 125 to 163 Shepherd Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved By-law 2022-100: Part lot control exemption for 165 to 174 Shepherd Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved By-law 2022-101: Part lot control exemption for 164 to 174 Shepherd Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved By-law 2022-102: Part lot control exemption for 124 to 162 Shepherd Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved By-law 2022-103: Confirmation of November 7, 2022 proceedings (Unanimous)

Circulation List

This is a circulation list meeting where council receives informational items for review, with no decisions or votes scheduled. Items include staff memos on the Access Barrie app award, infrastructure, and pollution reporting, plus correspondence and proclamations.

• Staff memo: Access Barrie receives gold MarCom Award for new Barrie app
• Staff memo: 4-Year Infrastructure Story (All Wards)
• Staff memo: 2021 Annual National Pollutant Inventory
• Proclamation: November 2022 as Women Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month
• Correspondence: Township of Dorion requests review of Ontario Wildlife Compensation Program admin fee

The provided document is a circulation list of memos and correspondence. No decisions, votes, or actions were recorded for the items listed.

Investment Board

The Barrie Investment Board met virtually to discuss the end of the current Council term and the transition to the new term beginning November 16th. Staff recommended the board continue with members serving two consecutive terms, and the board discussed recommending keeping current members if interested. The board also received market updates and performance reviews of its funds and portfolios.

• Discussion of new Council term starting November 16, 2022
• Staff recommendation for Investment Board members to serve two consecutive terms
• Market update on inflation, interest rates, and equity deployment
• Performance review of performance, operating, capital, growth funds, and equity portfolios

The Investment Board met to review market performance and discuss the transition to the 2022-2026 Council term. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Discussed recommendation for Investment Board members to serve two consecutive terms
• Discussed providing new Council with a Board update and recommendation to retain current members

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for Barrie's October 27, 2022 meeting. It includes an agenda for the November 2 Investment Board meeting, three mayoral proclamations, a media release about public information centres for the new Zoning By-Law, and correspondence from the County of Simcoe about affordable housing and secondary suites. No decisions are being made; items are for information and circulation.

• Agenda for Investment Board meeting on November 2, 2022
• Proclamation: November 2022 as Lung Cancer Awareness Month
• Proclamation: November 2022 as Children's Grief Awareness Month
• Proclamation: November 2, 2022 as 'I Read Canadian' Day
• Media release: Public Information Centres for new Zoning By-Law on November 9 and 10

The provided document is a circulation list of correspondence and agendas. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were recorded.

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for Barrie's October 20, 2022 meeting, containing a staff memo about a Zoning By-law Public Information Centre, a mayoral proclamation, and several media releases. No decisions or votes are recorded; items are informational only.

• Staff memo on Zoning By-law Public Information Centre (All Wards)
• Proclamation of October 24, 2022 as World Polio Day
• Call for artists for Barrie's Downtown Countdown 2023
• Municipal election voting starts
• S&P affirms City's 'AA+' credit rating

The meeting was a circulation list session with no substantive decisions. Items included a staff memo on a zoning by-law public information centre, a proclamation for World Polio Day, and several media releases regarding municipal election voting, a credit rating, and travel delays for a funeral procession.

Committee of Adjustment

This is a procedural agenda with a single item: the Committee of Adjustment will consider the minutes of its October 19, 2022 meeting. No substantive decisions, public hearings, or applications are listed. The agenda contains only the minutes item and no other business.

• Consideration of minutes from the October 19, 2022 Committee of Adjustment meeting

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for the City of Barrie, containing correspondence items for information only, with no decisions or discussions. It includes three mayoral proclamations, two media releases, and one notice about a road closure.

• Proclamation: October 15, 2022 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day
• Proclamation: October 16-22, 2022 as Spiritual and Religious Care Awareness Week
• Proclamation: October 18, 2022 as Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day
• Media release: Anne Street between Donald Street and Henry Street partially closed for four weeks
• Media release: Barrie receives conservation award for stormwater pond improvement project

The minutes for the October 13, 2022 Circulation List meeting contain no recorded decisions, votes, or motions. The document lists six items of correspondence, including three proclamations from the Mayor and three media releases. No actions were taken by the council or board on any of these items.

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the City of Barrie, containing items for information rather than decisions. It includes a staff memo on the Allandale and Downtown Transit Mobility Hubs, several media releases, and board minutes from the Barrie Public Library.

• Staff memo on Allandale and Downtown Transit Mobility Hubs update
• Media release: City ranked leader in GTA for approving and developing new housing
• Media release: 'Chalk one up' for Fire Safety event
• Media release: Family Fright Fest Halloween event
• Barrie Public Library board minutes from June 23, 2022

The meeting was a circulation list with no substantive decisions. It received a staff memo on Allandale and Downtown Transit Mobility Hubs and five items of correspondence, including media releases on housing rankings, fire safety, a Halloween event, holiday service changes, and Barrie Public Library board minutes. No votes or actions were taken.

Heritage Barrie Committee

The Heritage Barrie Committee is meeting to discuss several heritage-related items, including updates on heritage street signs and plaques, promoting heritage through videography and display boards, and the 2022 Heritage Barrie Award nominations. The Committee also discussed heritage conservation districts and a recommendation to identify a location for a district and obtain quotes for studies. Other items include the status of the Municipal Heritage Register, development applications, budget updates, and the draft work plan for the next term.

• Discussion of videographer quotes ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 for promoting heritage
• 2022 Heritage Barrie Award nominations for 87 Owen Street, 72 Burton Avenue, and 125-127 Dunlop Street
• Recommendation to identify a location for a heritage conservation district and obtain quotes for studies
• Update on Municipal Heritage Register digitization, available at discover.barrie.ca
• Discussion of 2022 heritage plaque order and properties still needing plaques

The Heritage Barrie Committee recommended that staff identify the best location for a heritage conservation district, obtain a quote for required studies, and report back to General Committee with locations and a funding request. The recommendation was forwarded to the Affordability Committee for consideration on February 15, 2023. Other items discussed included heritage street signs, plaques, videographer services, display board images, and award nominations, but no formal decisions were made on those topics.

• Recommended staff identify location for a heritage conservation district and obtain study quote (Section B, forwarded to Affordability Committee)

Circulation List

This is a routine circulation list for the City of Barrie, containing items for information only. It includes a Heritage Barrie Committee agenda, several mayoral proclamations, media releases, and correspondence from external organizations. No decisions or votes are recorded on this list.

• Heritage Barrie Committee agenda for October 5, 2022
• Proclamation of September 30, 2022 as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
• Proclamation of October 2022 as Toastmasters Month
• Proclamation of October 1-7, 2022 as Barrie Cadet Week
• Media release: City's Brightening Barriers art installation receives IEDC Excellence Award

The meeting was a circulation list with no substantive decisions. It included a committee agenda, proclamations, correspondence, and media releases, all received for information.

International Relations Committee

The International Relations Committee discussed updates on youth exchanges, including the upcoming visit of students from Zweibrucken, Germany, and approved two expenditures totaling $9,746 for hosting and transportation. The Committee also agreed to donate the remaining 2022 budget to the Youth Ambassadors Legacy Fund and discussed future exchanges with Murayama, Japan, Harrogate, UK, and Arras, France.

• Approved up to $5,000 for hosting costs for the Global Perspectives Program and Zweibrucken youth delegation
• Approved $4,746 for Hammond Transportation for the Zweibrucken delegation's transportation
• Agreed to donate unallocated 2022 budget to Youth Ambassadors Legacy Fund
• Plans to host U16 Rugby Team from Harrogate, UK in summer 2023
• Anticipated youth delegation to Murayama, Japan and adult delegation from Murayama to Barrie in summer 2023

The International Relations Committee approved up to $5,000 for hosting costs and $4,746 for transportation for the 2022 youth delegation from Zweibrücken, Germany. The committee also agreed to donate any unallocated 2022 budget funds to the Youth Ambassadors Legacy Fund as a one-time grant. These recommendations will be forwarded to the Finance and Responsible Governance Committee for adoption.

• Approved up to $5,000 from committee budget for Global Perspectives Program hosting costs
• Approved $4,746 to Hammond Transportation for youth delegation transportation from Zweibrücken, Germany
• Agreed to donate unallocated 2022 committee budget to Youth Ambassadors Legacy Fund as one-time grant

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for the City of Barrie, dated September 22, 2022. It forwards agendas for three upcoming advisory committee meetings (Seniors, International Relations, Town and Gown) and includes correspondence items such as a mayoral proclamation and media releases. No decisions or substantive actions are listed.

• Agenda for Seniors Advisory Committee meeting on September 26, 2022
• Agenda for International Relations Committee meeting on September 27, 2022
• Agenda for Town and Gown Committee meeting on September 28, 2022
• Proclamation by Mayor J. Lehman declaring September 25, 2022 as Franco-Ontarian Day
• Media release on 'New to Me Day' October 1, promoting reuse to reduce landfill waste

The meeting was a circulation list with no substantive decisions. It included agendas for upcoming committee meetings and correspondence items such as proclamations and media releases.

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for the City of Barrie, dated September 21, 2022. It includes staff memos on electric ice resurfacers and the Summer Company/Starter Company Plus 2022 cohort, an Arts Advisory Committee agenda, and correspondence items including a proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and a media release about a manufacturing summit. No decisions are recorded; items are listed for information.

• Staff memo on electric ice resurfacers from K. Datema, Manager of Recreation and Culture Facilities
• Staff memo on Summer Company and Starter Company Plus 2022 cohort update from S. Young, Program Coordinator
• Arts Advisory Committee meeting agenda for September 20, 2022
• Proclamation by Mayor J. Lehman declaring September 2022 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
• Correspondence from Township of McGarry on removal of Councillors

The Circulation List for September 21, 2022, was received and filed. No substantive decisions were made; the items were procedural only, including staff memos, a committee agenda, and correspondence.

City Council

Barrie City Council is deciding on several staff reports, including denying a zoning by-law amendment for 405 Essa Road, approving expropriations for road expansions on Mapleview Drive East and Huronia Road, and declaring city lands surplus for an industrial development. The agenda also includes recognitions, a tax application, and a deputation opposing a development charge deferral.

• Denied zoning amendment for 405 Essa Road (Sean Mason Homes) to rezone from RM2 to MU2
• Approved expropriation for Mapleview Drive East expansion (Yonge to Prince William)
• Approved expropriation for Huronia Road improvements (Lockhart to McKay Road East)
• Declared Rawson North Open Space (140 Lockhart Road) surplus for industrial development
• Approved tax application cancellation/reduction in amount of $49,990.65

Council approved a three-year deferral of development charges for the rental portion of the Owen Street development by Traditions Senior Housing, contingent on building permit application within 120 days. The deferral carries interest at 50% of the city's five-year moving average weighted cost of capital. Council also adopted several committee reports, including zoning amendments at 219 Bayfield Street and 140 Lockhart Road, and re-issued a letter supporting the Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act.

• Approved development charge deferral for Owen Street rental units (three years or occupancy, whichever sooner) (carried)
• Adopted General Committee report Section A, including surplus of 140 Lockhart Road lands and expropriations for Mapleview Drive and Huronia Road (carried)
• Adopted Planning Committee report Section A, including zoning amendment at 219 Bayfield Street and official plan/zoning amendment at 140 Lockhart Road (carried)
• Re-issued letter of support for Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act (carried)
• Approved tax cancellation/reduction application for $49,990.65 (carried)
• Passed part lot control exemption by-laws for multiple developments (carried)
• Passed expropriation by-laws for 285 and 297 Dunlop Street (carried)
• Passed by-law to name private road 'Gatehouse Lane' at 821 Big Bay Point Road (carried)

Arts Advisory Committee

The Arts Advisory Committee received updates on four items: a Performing Arts Centre (PAC) update with a presentation on the consultant RFP awarded to Hariri Pontarini Architects, Culture Days events, the Barrie Arts Awards nomination deadline extension, and a working directory of arts organizations. All items were received as information; no decisions were made.

• Performing Arts Centre update: RFP awarded to Hariri Pontarini Architects
• Culture Days upcoming events update
• Barrie Arts Awards nomination deadline extended to September 28 at 4:30 p.m.
• Arts and culture services and organizations contact list in progress

The committee received a presentation on the Performing Arts Centre (PAC) project, including the RFP awarded to Hariri Pontarini Architects and a project schedule. Updates were also provided on Culture Days events and the Barrie Arts Awards nomination deadline. A directory of arts organizations and vendors is still in development.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

Heritage Barrie Committee

The Heritage Barrie Committee met virtually on September 14, 2022, to discuss and approve expenditures from its budget, including up to $3,600 for printing Historic Neighbourhood Guides. Members also received updates on the Heritage Barrie Awards, heritage plaques, utility box wraps, and a development application at 193-197 Blake Street. The committee discussed but did not decide on potential tax relief for designated heritage properties.

• Approved up to $3,600 for printing Historic Neighbourhood Guides
• Discussed potential tax relief for designated heritage properties
• Heritage Barrie Awards nomination period ends September 30, 2022
• Heritage plaque intake for Listed Properties closes September 30, 2022
• Update on development application at 193-197 Blake Street

The Heritage Barrie Committee approved spending up to $3,600 from its budget to print Historic Neighbourhood Guides. The committee also discussed the Heritage Barrie Awards, utility box wraps, and development applications, but no other formal decisions were made. The meeting was procedural and informational for most items.

• Approved up to $3,600 for printing Historic Neighbourhood Guides
• Chose not to submit a nomination for the 2022 Lieutenant Governor's Ontario Heritage Award

Planning Committee

The Barrie Planning Committee is meeting to consider several zoning and official plan amendments, including a rezoning at 219 Bayfield Street, an official plan and zoning amendment at 140 Lockhart Road, and a report on Community Improvement Plan grants. The committee will also hold public meetings for proposed developments at 109 Park Place Boulevard, 193 and 197 Blake Street, and 303 Cundles Road East.

• Rezoning 219 Bayfield Street from RM2 and C2(SP-57) to C2(SP-XXX) with special provisions
• Official Plan and zoning amendment for 140 Lockhart Road to permit salvage operation and outdoor storage
• CIP grant reallocation: 50% of redevelopment grant funds to affordable housing (66.5%) and heritage preservation (33.5%)
• Public meeting: 109 Park Place Boulevard - two mixed-use buildings, 6-16 storeys, 475 residential units
• Public meeting: 303 Cundles Road East - increase residential units from 200 to 505, building height from 6 to 12 storeys

The Planning Committee recommended approval of two zoning by-law amendments: one for 219 Bayfield Street (rezoning to C2 with special provisions) and one for 140 Lockhart Road (Official Plan and zoning amendments to permit a salvage operation). The committee also approved reallocating 50% of the CIP redevelopment grant funds to affordable housing and heritage preservation programs. Public meetings were held for three other development applications (109 Park Place Blvd, 193/197 Blake St, 303 Cundles Rd E) but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved zoning amendment for 219 Bayfield St to C2 (SP-XXX) with special provisions
• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for 140 Lockhart Rd to permit salvage operation
• Approved reallocation of 50% of CIP redevelopment grant funds to affordable housing (66.5%) and heritage preservation (33.5%)
• Held public meetings for 109 Park Place Blvd, 193/197 Blake St, and 303 Cundles Rd E (no decisions)

Circulation List

This is a Circulation List for the City of Barrie, containing items for council's information rather than decisions. It includes staff memos on downtown development applications, an affordable housing report, and a confidential legal matter, along with committee agendas, proclamations, and correspondence.

• Staff memo on Downtown and Urban Growth Centre application status, Q2 update (Wards 1, 2, 8)
• Updated 2021 Affordable Housing Monitoring Report from Senior Planner S. White
• Confidential legal memo on McKay Road motor vehicle accident and infrastructure project
• Heritage Barrie Committee agenda for September 14, 2022
• Proclamations for Parkinson SuperWalk, Battle of Britain, Terry Fox, Coaches, and Forest weeks

The Circulation List for September 12, 2022, was received and filed. It contained staff memos, a committee agenda, proclamations, and correspondence, but no substantive decisions were made by the council or board.

City Council

Barrie City Council is meeting on September 12, 2022, to deal with a single substantive item: a staff report on parkland dedication and cash-in-lieu rates. The council will consider repealing By-law 2017-073 and replacing it with a new by-law that maintains existing rates and processes. All other items from the General Committee report are deferred to the September 19, 2022 meeting.

• Repeal and replace Parkland Dedication and Cash-in-Lieu By-law 2017-073 (By-law 2022-079)
• Adoption of Staff Report FIN010-22 Parkland - Alternative Rates
• By-law 2022-080 to confirm council proceedings

Council adopted Section B of the General Committee Report, which included the parkland alternative rates item. The meeting also passed By-law 2022-079, which requires land dedication or cash-in-lieu for parkland as a condition of development, repealing the previous by-law. A confirmation by-law was also passed. The meeting adjourned at 9:16 p.m.

• Adopted Section B of the General Committee Report dated September 12, 2022
• Passed By-law 2022-079 (Parkland Dedication and Cash in Lieu By-law), repealing By-law 2017-073
• Passed By-law 2022-080, confirming the proceedings of the meeting

General Committee

The General Committee is deciding on several staff recommendations, including denying a zoning by-law amendment for 405 Essa Road and authorizing expropriation proceedings for the Mapleview Drive East and Huronia Road expansion projects. The committee will also consider declaring city lands surplus for an industrial proposal, updating parkland dedication rates, and approving a development charges deferral for a seniors housing project on Owen Street.

• Deny rezoning of 405 Essa Road from RM2 to MU2 (File D30-011-2021)
• Authorize expropriation for Mapleview Drive East expansion (Project EN1271)
• Authorize expropriation for Huronia Road improvements (Project EN1255)
• Declare Rawson North Open Space (140 Lockhart Road) surplus for industrial development
• Approve development charges deferral for Traditions Seniors Housing on Owen Street

The General Committee recommended denying a zoning by-law amendment for 405 Essa Road to allow mixed-use development, and recommended authorizing expropriation proceedings for the Mapleview Drive East and Huronia Road expansion projects. The committee also recommended declaring a city-owned parcel surplus for an industrial development proposal, and recommended deferring development charges for a seniors housing project on Owen Street. All recommendations will go to City Council for final approval on September 21, 2022.

• Recommended denial of zoning by-law amendment for 405 Essa Road (Sean Mason Homes) to rezone from RM2 to MU2
• Recommended authorizing expropriation for Mapleview Drive East expansion (Yonge to Prince William)
• Recommended authorizing expropriation for Huronia Road improvements (Lockhart to McKay)
• Recommended declaring Rawson North Open Space (140 Lockhart Road) surplus for industrial development
• Recommended deferring development charges for Traditions Seniors Housing rental units on Owen Street
• Recommended repealing and replacing Parkland Dedication By-law 2017-073 with same rates
• Recommended authorizing Non-Disclosure Agreements for third-party audits
• Recommended adding no-parking anytime on Cuthbert Street north side from Ferndale Drive South east 194 metres

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received a presentation from the Hearing Assistive Technology Group about making public spaces more accessible for hard-of-hearing residents, and discussed ways to improve public consultation, a downtown ramp program, and updates on several city projects.

• Presentation on hearing loop technology for public spaces
• Discussion on accessible public open houses and surveys
• StopGap ramp system for downtown Barrie businesses
• St. Vincent Park Play Space and Painswick Park updates
• Bradford Street Reconstruction Project update

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received a presentation from the Hearing Assistive Technology Group on removing communication barriers for hard-of-hearing residents. They also discussed suggestions for more accessible public consultations, the StopGap ramp system for downtown businesses, and received updates on park and road projects. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and advisory.

• Received presentation on hearing loop technology (no vote)
• Discussed accessible open house and survey methods (no vote)
• Discussed StopGap ramp system for downtown Barrie (no vote)
• Received update on St. Vincent Park Play Space and Painswick Park projects (no vote)
• Received update on Bradford Street Reconstruction Project (no vote)

Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee met virtually to discuss its transition/legacy document, potential changes to its name, structure, and budget, and the separation of its active transportation and sustainability focuses. They also reviewed progress on the Bike the Night event, including vendor participation, permits, and promotion. No formal decisions were made; items were received as discussion items.

• Discussed transition/legacy document with suggestions to rename committee, amend structure, and request a budget
• Considered separating active transportation and sustainability sides of the committee
• Proposed adding EV Society as a committee member
• Bike the Night event: vendors declined due to staffing, Downtown BIA providing tents/tables/chairs, permits, promotion, volunteer call-out
• Barrie Police Service meeting planned to review event route; Rock95 and KOOL FM to attend

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee met virtually and discussed its transition/legacy document for the next term, including suggestions to rename the committee, amend its structure and composition, and request a budget. They also discussed separating active transportation and sustainability topics in future meetings and adding the EV Society as a member. No formal decisions were made; the items were only discussed for potential recommendations to Council.

• Discussed transition/legacy document for next term (no vote)
• Discussed separating active transportation and sustainability topics (no vote)
• Discussed adding EV Society to committee composition (no vote)
• No action taken on Green Communities initiative

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for September 1, 2022, distributing items for information. It includes agendas for upcoming Active Transportation and Accessibility Advisory Committee meetings, plus proclamations and media releases. No decisions or votes are recorded.

• Agenda for Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee, Sept 6, 2022
• Agenda for Accessibility Advisory Committee, Sept 8, 2022
• Proclamation: September 2022 as Arthritis Awareness Month
• Proclamation: Sept 4, 2022 as Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Day
• Media release: 'City hosts Game On!' video game tournament and 'After Dark' event

The Circulation List for September 1, 2022, was published, containing committee agendas and correspondence items. No substantive decisions were made; the document is procedural only.

International Relations Committee

The International Relations Committee received updates on sister-city programs, budgets, and upcoming delegations. Plans include hosting delegations from Murayama, Japan, and Zweibrucken, Germany in 2022-2023, plus youth and rugby exchanges with the UK. The committee also discussed the Legacy Fund and potential membership changes.

• Youth delegation to travel to Murayama, Japan in summer 2023
• Delegation from Zweibrucken, Germany arriving September 4, 2022; granite bench unveiling at Southshore Centre
• Youth delegation from Zweibrucken arriving September 29, 2022 for month-long Global Perspectives Program
• Plans to host U16 Rugby Team from Harrogate, UK in 2023 with reciprocal visit in 2024
• Octoberfest hosted by Knights of Columbus and German Canadian Club on September 10, 2022

The International Relations Committee met virtually on August 30, 2022, and received updates on several international partnerships. Discussions included the Legacy Fund, potential youth exchanges with Harrogate, UK, and plans for delegations to and from Murayama, Japan and Zweibrücken, Germany. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the report was forwarded to the Finance and Responsible Governance Committee for consideration.

• Received an update on the Committee's budget.
• Discussed Legacy Fund updates, including potential changes to committee composition.
• Noted updates to the International Partners Website, including a link to the City's live camera feed.
• Heard plans to host an adult delegation from Murayama, Japan in 2023 and a youth delegation to Murayama in summer 2023.
• Discussed a potential youth exchange with Harrogate, UK, involving Moving Arts.
• Noted a youth delegation from Zweibrücken, Germany arriving September 29, 2022.
• Heard plans to host a U16 Rugby Team from Harrogate, UK in 2023 with a reciprocal visit in 2024.
• Noted the unveiling of a granite bench at Southshore Centre for the 25th anniversary of Barrie's twinning with Zweibrücken, Germany.

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for Barrie's August 25, 2022 meeting, containing staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence. No decisions are being made; items are for information only.

• Staff memo on installation at Peggy Hill Team Community Centre to showcase Holly Area History
• International Relations Committee agenda for September 6, 2022
• Proclamation of August 31, 2022 as International Overdose Awareness Day
• Media release: Barrie Transit returns to pre-pandemic service levels September 12
• Media release: certified candidates for 2022 Municipal Election now available

The Circulation List for August 25, 2022, was received and filed. It contained a staff memo, a committee agenda, and several proclamations and correspondence items. No votes or substantive decisions were taken.

• Received staff memo on installation at Peggy Hill Team Community Centre to showcase Holly Area History
• Received agenda for International Relations Committee meeting on September 6, 2022
• Received proclamation declaring August 31, 2022 as International Overdose Awareness Day
• Received media release on Barrie Transit returning to pre-pandemic service levels September 12
• Received media release on lifeguard schedules at Johnson's Beach and Centennial Beach
• Received media release on list of certified candidates for 2022 Municipal Election
• Received media release on Bike the Night event on September 17
• Received correspondence from Municipality of Shuniah supporting Bill C-233 (Keira's Law) and from Town of Wasaga Beach regarding Strong Mayors, Building Code Act

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the City of Barrie, containing items for information rather than decisions. The main item is a staff memo from the Director of Transit and Parking about returning to full transit service levels. The list also includes correspondence from the City of Kingston on vacancy decontrol, landlord-tenant board information, and support for sexual assault centres, plus media releases on fall recreation registration and Culture Days.

• Staff memo on return to full transit service levels
• Kingston correspondence on vacancy decontrol request
• Kingston resolution on releasing Landlord and Tenant Board info
• Kingston resolution on provincial support for sexual assault centres
• Media release: fall recreation registration opens Aug 25

The Circulation List meeting on August 18, 2022, was procedural only, with no votes or decisions recorded. The agenda included a staff memo on returning to full transit service levels and several correspondence items from the City of Kingston and media releases, but no actions were taken.

Communities in Bloom Committee

The Communities in Bloom Committee met virtually to discuss the judges' visit and tour of Barrie, including what worked and what didn't, and to consider changes for future visits. The committee also discussed the conclusion of its term and when applications for the new term would be available. The only agenda item was received as information.

• Discussion of judges' visit and tour around Barrie
• Review of presentations by staff and Councillor Kungl
• Consideration of changes for future visits, including preference for new judges each year
• Mention of invasive species at Wilkins Park
• Discussion of committee term conclusion and new term applications

The Communities in Bloom Committee met to discuss the judges' visit and tour of Barrie, including what worked and what could be improved for future visits. The committee also discussed the conclusion of its term and when new committee applications would be available. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Discussed judges' visit and tour, including positive feedback and areas for improvement
• Discussed conclusion of committee term and timing of new applications

Arts Advisory Committee

The Barrie Arts Advisory Committee met virtually on August 16, 2022. Members received updates on Culture Days participation opportunities, local arts events, and a music summit, while a Performance Arts Centre RFP update was deferred to the next meeting.

• Culture Days participation: call for proposals, Meridian Stage entertainers for Sept 24, and booth space for not-for-profit arts organizations
• Play the Parks music events scheduled Aug 21, 28, 31, Sept 4, 11 at Heritage Park and Centennial Park, sponsored by TD Bank Group
• November music summit with networking, mentorship, live events and showcases
• Performance Arts Centre RFP update deferred to next meeting

The Arts Advisory Committee received updates on Culture Days participation, various community arts events, and the Emerging Artist Showcase. The Performance Arts Centre RFP update was deferred to the next meeting. No formal decisions were made.

• Deferred Performance Arts Centre RFP update to next meeting

Circulation List

This is a routine circulation list with no decisions. It forwards agendas for the Arts Advisory Committee (Aug 16) and Communities in Bloom Committee (Aug 18), plus two media releases: one promoting 2022 Heritage Award nominations and one inviting residents to a public meeting about new pickleball courts at Painswick Park.

• Arts Advisory Committee agenda for August 16, 2022
• Communities in Bloom Committee agenda for August 18, 2022
• Media release: 2022 Heritage Awards nominations
• Media release: public meeting for new pickleball courts at Painswick Park

The meeting was a circulation list with no substantive decisions. It included agendas for upcoming Arts Advisory and Communities in Bloom committee meetings, plus two media releases about Heritage Awards and a pickleball courts public meeting. No votes or actions were recorded.

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the City of Barrie, containing two items for information only: a staff memo on Painswick Park and correspondence from Brantford about Indigenous land. No decisions are being made.

• Staff memo on Painswick Park update (Ward 9 and all)
• Correspondence from City of Brantford re: Haldimand Tract land dispute

The meeting was a circulation list with no substantive decisions. It included a staff memo on a Painswick Park update and correspondence from Brantford about Indigenous relations, but no actions were taken.

Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee met virtually to receive updates and discuss several items. Presentations covered Living Green Barrie's climate actions, the Bike the Night event's funding and logistics, and the On the Move active school travel initiative. The committee also reviewed legacy items for the next term and discussed potential changes to its structure and name.

• Presentation on 10 Actions for Climate by Andee Pelan, Living Green Barrie
• Bike the Night update: funding issues, permits, COVID plans, first aid team
• On the Move Initiative update by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
• Transition document with 2018-2022 legacy items for new term
• Discussion on committee name change and splitting meetings by topic

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee met virtually and received updates on climate action, Bike the Night, and the On the Move Initiative. The committee discussed legacy items for the next term, including a possible name change and meeting format, but took no formal decisions, deferring these to the next term. The meeting was procedural and informational, with no votes or approvals recorded.

• Deferred committee name change to next term
• Agreed to add discussion of splitting meetings into alternating active transportation and sustainability topics to next agenda

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for the City of Barrie, containing an agenda for the Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee meeting on August 2, 2022, a mayoral proclamation, and two media releases. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is informational only.

• Agenda for Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee meeting on August 2, 2022
• Proclamation declaring August 3-9, 2022 as 'Peacekeepers Week'
• Media release: City awards close to $300,000 to local recreation and sport organizations
• Media release: Civic Holiday in Barrie - affected services

The July 28, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only. It included an agenda for the upcoming Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee meeting, a proclamation declaring August 3-9, 2022 as Peacekeepers Week, and two media releases about recreation funding and civic holiday services. No substantive decisions were made.

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate. It lists the Committee of Adjustment meeting for July 27, 2022, with a single agenda item titled 'Committee of Adjustment Agenda and Minutes July 27, 2022.' No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are detailed in the provided text.

• Meeting of the Committee of Adjustment on 7/27/2022
• Single agenda item: Committee of Adjustment Agenda and Minutes July 27, 2022

The Committee of Adjustment met on July 27, 2022, and considered five applications for minor variances or consents. One application (B22-22 at 800 Yonge Street) was deferred. The minutes do not record the outcomes of the remaining applications, so no decisions are confirmed.

• Deferred B22-22 - 800 Yonge Street

Communities in Bloom Committee

The Communities in Bloom Committee met virtually to receive updates on final preparations for the judges' visit, including tour logistics, meal bookings, and transportation. Members also heard about a new pollinator garden installed at East Bayfield Community Centre.

• Judges tour confirmation: vehicle, route, road closures and detours
• Final preparations: meals, presentations, airport rides, hotel bookings
• Pollinator garden installed at East Bayfield Community Centre

The Communities in Bloom Committee met virtually and discussed final preparations for the judges tour, including vehicle arrangements, route planning, and road closures. They also reviewed bookings for meals, presentations, airport transfers, and hotel accommodations, and noted that a pollinator garden was installed at East Bayfield Community Centre. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Confirmed judges tour details including vehicle, route, and road closures
• Reviewed final preparations for judges visit including meals, presentations, and accommodations
• Noted installation of pollinator garden at East Bayfield Community Centre

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the City of Barrie's July 21, 2022 meeting, containing two items of correspondence for council's information. No decisions or votes are recorded; the agenda is procedural only.

• Proclamation from Mayor J. Lehman declaring July 25 to August 7, 2022 as 'Fierté Simcoe Pride Weeks'
• Correspondence from Municipality of Grey Highlands dated July 6, 2022 supporting Town of the Blue Mountains motion on Voters' List Information for Candidates

The Circulation List meeting on July 21, 2022 was procedural only. Council received two items of correspondence: a proclamation from Mayor J. Lehman declaring July 25 to August 7, 2022 as 'Fierté Simcoe Pride Weeks', and a letter from the Municipality of Grey Highlands supporting a Town of the Blue Mountains motion regarding Voters' List Information for Candidates. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were taken.

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for Barrie City Council, containing one committee agenda and four correspondence items for information. No decisions or votes are recorded; the items are being circulated for council's awareness.

• Communities in Bloom Committee agenda for July 21, 2022
• Media release: 'Ask Me program returns to offer mobile visitor information service along Barrie's waterfront'
• Media release: 'Council's Community Improvement Projects wrap up with completion of public art, naturalization, public safety projects and more'
• Media release: 'Emerging Artist program returns with new Busking program pilot to animate downtown Barrie'
• Correspondence from Municipality of Shuniah supporting resolution to expand Amber Alert System

The July 14, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions. It included a committee agenda and four correspondence items, all marked as 'Not available' for action.

Circulation List

This is a circulation list agenda for the City of Barrie dated July 7, 2022, containing only four correspondence items for receipt. No decisions, votes, or action items are listed; the agenda is procedural in nature, with each item marked as 'Not available' for action and result.

• Media release on Kidd's Creek open channel design reducing Dunlop Street West flooding
• Correspondence from Township of West Lincoln on Provincial Bill 109 (More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022)
• Correspondence from Township of West Lincoln on funding for rural bridge and culvert replacements
• Health Canada response to Barrie correspondence to Prime Minister regarding opioids

The meeting was a circulation list with four items of correspondence received and noted. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; all items were marked as 'Not available' for action.

• Received media release on Kidd's Creek flood design (no action)
• Received West Lincoln resolution on Bill 109 housing act (no action)
• Received West Lincoln resolution on rural bridge funding (no action)
• Received Health Canada response on opioid correspondence (no action)

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee is holding an appeal hearing regarding a property standards order for exterior maintenance at 66 Stoneybrook Crescent. The appellant, John Orrino, is appealing on behalf of the deceased owner, Emilia Orrino. The committee denied a motion to dismiss the appeal and proceeded with a quasi-judicial hearing.

• Appeal hearing under Property Standards By-law 2011-138 for 66 Stoneybrook Crescent
• Motion to dismiss appeal denied by committee
• Appellant: John Orrino, son of deceased owner Emilia Orrino
• Respondent: City of Barrie represented by Municipal Prosecutor Sandra Doyle

The Property Standards Committee denied an appeal by John Orrino, on behalf of himself and the late Emilia Orrino, regarding Property Standards Order PSC 22-00045 for 66 Stoneybrook Crescent. The committee upheld the order after hearing evidence and submissions from both the appellant and the municipal prosecutor. The appellant was advised of the right to appeal to the Superior Court of Justice within 14 days.

• Denied motion to dismiss appeal on its merits
• Denied appeal of Property Standards Order PSC 22-00045 (unanimous)
• Upheld Property Standards Order PSC 22-00045

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for the City of Barrie dated June 30, 2022. It includes a Property Standards Committee agenda for July 7, 2022, a proclamation for National Injury Prevention Day, several media releases, and correspondence regarding a residential school document request. No decisions are made at this meeting; items are circulated for information.

• Property Standards Committee agenda for July 7, 2022
• Proclamation of July 5, 2022 as National Injury Prevention Day
• Media release on summer park activities
• Media release on Canada Day weekend affected services
• Correspondence supporting release of Mohawk Institute Residential School documents

The June 30, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions recorded. The agenda included a Property Standards Committee agenda for July 7, 2022, and several correspondence items, including proclamations and media releases.

City Council

Barrie City Council is holding public meetings on three zoning and development applications: a 21-storey mixed-use building with 253 units at 17 Sophia Street East and nearby streets, a commercial and residential development at 15 Harvie Road, and a zoning change for 219 and 223 Bayfield Street to allow a real estate office. The council also adopted minutes from the June 20 meeting and received planning committee reports.

• Zoning amendment for 21-storey, 253-unit mixed-use building at 17 Sophia St E, 3-11 McDonald St, 58-60 Clapperton St
• Official Plan and zoning amendments for 15 Harvie Rd: 12 ha commercial/light industrial and 248 residential units
• Zoning amendment for 219-223 Bayfield St to convert dwelling to real estate office with reduced landscaped buffer
• Zoning amendment for 667-675 Yonge St for 8-storey mixed-use development
• Adoption of June 20, 2022 council minutes

Council approved reinstating 30-minute service levels on Barrie Transit Routes 2, 3, 4 and 7, funded by $450,000 from the Provincial Gas Tax Reserve for 2022. The council also adopted numerous planning reports and by-laws, including zoning amendments and official plan changes, and passed a motion to amend the speed limit on Salem Road. A motion regarding the 'Ontario Build It Right' item was lost.

• Approved reinstating 30-minute service on Transit Routes 2, 3, 4, 7 ($450,000 from Gas Tax Reserve)
• Adopted Planning Committee reports including zoning amendments for Bayfield St., Sophia St., Harvie Rd., Yonge St., Tiffin St.
• Approved speed limit amendment on Salem Road (60 km/h zone extended to City Limit)
• Adopted by-laws for Official Plan Amendment and zoning at 290-302 Georgian Drive (TMD Atria)
• Adopted by-law for standardized BIA governance (Downtown Barrie BIA)
• Declared units at 555 Essa Rd. as municipal capital facility (tax exemption)
• Approved by-law amendments for traffic updates (Harvie Rd., Big Bay Point Rd., Reid Dr./King St.)
• Lost motion on 'Ontario Build It Right' (Councillor McCann declared conflict)

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the City of Barrie's June 27, 2022 meeting, containing staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence for council's information. Items include updates on a Rodney Street sidewalk project, transit service levels, a confidential legal matter on encampments, a downtown gate study, and a liquor license application. Correspondence and a petition address the pending closure of a hotel-model shelter in Barrie.

• Staff memo on Rodney Street Sidewalk from Collingwood Street to Blake Street – upcoming Public Information Centre (Ward 1)
• Staff memo on Transit Service Levels
• Confidential memo on solicitor-client advice regarding Encampments (General Committee agenda item 8.1)
• Staff memo on Downtown Permanent Gate Technical Assessment and Funding Application Next Steps
• Petition with 175 signatures from Redwood Park Communities on pending closure of hotel-model shelter in Barrie

The meeting was a circulation list of staff memos, agendas, and correspondence. No substantive decisions were made; items were received for information only.

General Committee

The General Committee is reviewing staff reports and recommendations, including a $50,000 pilot project for warming centres, property acquisitions for infrastructure, and various by-law amendments. Decisions made here will be forwarded to Council for final approval.

• Approve $50,000 matching funding to County of Simcoe for warming centre pilot (winter 2022/2023)
• Purchase 851 Veteran's Drive for $1.3M for watermain and road expansion projects
• Authorize Georgian Theatre use agreement with Georgian College ($1 annual rent, $10,000 utilities)
• Add all-way stop at Reid Drive and King Street (Ward 7)
• Rename Centennial Park South in memory of Will Dwyer

The General Committee recommended several items to City Council, including $50,000 in matching funds for warming centres, $400,000 for shelter transition costs, and a property purchase for a watermain project. A motion on building code energy standards was lost. All recommendations are subject to Council approval.

• Recommended $50,000 matching funding for warming centres (22-G-137)
• Recommended $400,000 for shelter transition costs (22-G-149)
• Recommended purchase of 851 Veteran's Drive for watermain project (22-G-140)
• Recommended renaming Centennial Park South in memory of Will Dwyer (22-G-145)
• Recommended all-way stop at Reid Drive and King Street (22-G-138)
• Recommended pedestrian crossover at Elmbrook Drive and Blackbird Lane (22-G-148)
• Recommended Georgian Theatre usage agreement with Georgian College (22-G-142)
• Motion on Ontario building code energy standards lost (22-G-150)

General Committee

The General Committee is considering three staff reports: authorizing negotiations with a national charity for a park enhancement gift, receiving a confidential update on CUPE negotiations, and ratifying a tentative collective agreement with CUPE Local 2380 covering July 1, 2022 to December 31, 2025. The CUPE ratification also includes economic adjustments and comparable benefits for non-union employees.

• Direct CAO to negotiate park enhancement gift with national charity, with $100,000 capital project funded from Tax Capital Reserve if successful
• Ratify tentative settlement with CUPE Local 2380 for collective agreement July 1, 2022 to December 31, 2025
• Approve economic adjustments to Non-Union Employee Group aligned with CUPE wage increases
• Approve policy direction for comparable benefits for Non-Union Employee Group
• Authorize execution of Letters of Understanding/Intent with CUPE Local 2380

The General Committee recommended that City Council ratify the tentative settlement reached on June 21, 2022 with CUPE Local 2380, covering a new collective agreement from July 1, 2022 to December 31, 2025. It also recommended approving economic adjustments and comparable benefits for the Non-Union Employee Group, and authorizing the Director of Human Resources to execute related letters of understanding. Additionally, the committee directed the CAO to negotiate a potential park enhancement gift with a national charity, with a $100,000 capital budget if successful. The committee met in closed session to discuss confidential labour relations and litigation matters.

• Recommended ratifying tentative CUPE Local 2380 settlement (June 21, 2022)
• Recommended approving economic adjustments for Non-Union Employee Group aligned with CUPE wage increases
• Recommended approving comparable benefits for Non-Union Employee Group
• Authorized Director of Human Resources to execute LOUs/LOIs with CUPE Local 2380
• Directed CAO to negotiate park enhancement gift with national charity
• Authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute agreement if negotiations successful
• Authorized $100,000 Park Enhancement Gift Capital Project funded from Tax Capital Reserve

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive three staff and agency presentations on specialized transit, reducing senior isolation, and caregiver support, and to discuss a separate seniors page on the city website, its mandate update, and local events. All items are received or discussed; no formal decisions are on the agenda.

• Presentation on Specialized Transit Passenger Portal by Transit Coordinator Julie MacDonald
• Presentation on 211: Connecting People to Services by Sherry Teeter of Community Connection 211 Central East Ontario
• Presentation on Ontario Caregiver Organization by Regional Lead Shrid Dhungel
• Discussion of separate Seniors Advisory Committee webpage on City's website
• Discussion of mandate/objectives amendment passed by Council May 16, 2022

The Seniors Advisory Committee met virtually and received three presentations: on the Specialized Transit Passenger Portal, on 211's Reducing Senior Isolation project, and on the Ontario Caregiver Organization's services. The committee also discussed a separate seniors webpage on the City's website and an update to its mandate and objectives. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• Received presentation on Specialized Transit Passenger Portal
• Received presentation on 211 Reducing Senior Isolation project
• Received presentation on Ontario Caregiver Organization services
• Discussed separate seniors webpage on City's website
• Discussed mandate/objectives update passed by Council May 16, 2022

Committee of Adjustment

This is the agenda for the Barrie Committee of Adjustment meeting on June 22, 2022. The agenda contains only the meeting name, date, and a reference to the agenda and minutes document; no specific items, applications, or decisions are listed.

The Committee of Adjustment met on June 22, 2022, and the minutes list 11 applications (A16-22 through A18-22 and B14-22 through B21-22) for minor variances or consents at various Barrie addresses. The minutes do not record any decisions, approvals, or denials for these items, so the outcomes are not stated in the document.

• No decisions recorded in minutes for A16-22 (136 Bayfield Street)
• No decisions recorded in minutes for A17-22 (213 Southview Road)
• No decisions recorded in minutes for A18-22 (75 Queen Street)
• No decisions recorded in minutes for B14-22 (101 Miller Drive)
• No decisions recorded in minutes for B15-22 through B20-22 (10 Grove Street West)
• No decisions recorded in minutes for B21-22 (440 Dunlop Street West)

Heritage Barrie Committee

The Heritage Barrie Committee is discussing and recommending actions on several heritage items, including a development application at 19 Dundonald Street, adding 62 High Street to the Municipal Heritage Register, and approving a plaque policy. The committee also recommends investigating a Heritage Conservation District for Blake and Dundonald Streets and considering a Heritage Planner position in the 2023 Budget.

• Development application at 19 Dundonald Street discussed; committee suggests Heritage Streetscape Study for north Blake St and east Dundonald St
• Recommendation to add 62 High Street to Municipal Heritage Register as listed property
• Recommendation to investigate establishing a Heritage Conservation District for Blake and Dundonald Streets area
• Recommendation to consider a Heritage Planner position in 2023 Budget
• Approval of Designated and Listed Properties Plaque Policy

The Heritage Barrie Committee supported the Peggy Hill Team Community Centre Holly Heritage Project and recommended a study for a Heritage Conservation District on Blake and Dundonald Streets, plus a Heritage Planner position for the 2023 budget. It also recommended adding 62 High Street to the Municipal Heritage Register and approved the Plaque Policy. These recommendations go to the Affordability Committee for adoption on February 15, 2023.

• Supported Peggy Hill Team Community Centre Holly Heritage Project
• Recommended Heritage Conservation District study for Blake and Dundonald Streets
• Recommended Heritage Planner position for 2023 Budget
• Recommended adding 62 High Street to Municipal Heritage Register
• Approved Designated and Listed Properties Plaque Policy

Planning Committee

The Barrie Planning Committee is holding public meetings for two zoning and official plan amendment applications. The first proposes an 8-storey mixed-use building at 667-675 Yonge Street, and the second seeks to rezone 518-524 Tiffin Street for industrial storage and warehousing. Both items were recommended for receipt, with staff reports to follow.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 667, 669, 673, 675 Yonge Street: R1 to MU2 with special provisions for an 8-storey mixed-use building with ground-floor commercial uses
• Official plan and zoning amendments for 518, 520, 522, 524 Tiffin Street: from Environmental Protection to General Industrial to allow outdoor/indoor storage and warehousing
• Proposed site-specific standards for Yonge Street include reduced side yard setbacks to 0.6 metres and reduced commercial coverage to 46.7%
• Proposed site-specific standards for Tiffin Street include zero interior side and rear yard setbacks
• Written comments received from Enbridge, Simcoe County District School Board, Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, and Ministry of Transportation

The Planning Committee held public meetings for two zoning by-law amendment applications (667-675 Yonge Street and 518-524 Tiffin Street) but made no decisions, recommending both to City Council for consideration on June 27, 2022. No votes were taken; the items were only received and forwarded.

• Recommended 22-P-036 zoning amendment (667-675 Yonge St) to Council for adoption/receipt
• Recommended 22-P-037 official plan and zoning amendment (518-524 Tiffin St) to Council for receipt

Arts Advisory Committee

The Barrie Arts Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on arts-related matters. Items include a newsletter from committee member S. Herman, a recap of the Culture Social event, and a presentation from Rob Bell on performing arts venues, including the released RFP for the Performing Arts Centre and updates on the Georgian Theatre and Five Points Theatre.

• RFP for Performing Arts Centre released
• Masking requirements lifted at Georgian Theatre; Georgian Agreement in final review
• Update on Culture Social event with community, Simcoe County Music Festival, artists
• Update on Five Points Theatre events presented by Pratt Homes
• Update on Eastview Arena bookings

The Arts Advisory Committee met virtually and received updates on the Culture Social event, Marshall's Newsletter, and performing arts venues. No formal motions or decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the June 20, 2022 Barrie City Council meeting, containing items for information rather than decisions. The most substantive item is a staff memo about Section 326 cost recovery for sanitary and water servicing in the Bay Lane, Cottage Lane, and Royal Oak Drive area, linked to bills on the council agenda. The rest are agendas for upcoming committee meetings, proclamations, and media releases.

• Staff memo on Section 326 cost recovery for sanitary and water servicing (Bay Lane, Cottage Lane, Royal Oak Drive)
• Indigenous Recruitment Update memo responding to motion 21-G-204
• Proclamations: Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Anniversary Week (June 20-24) and St. John Ambulance Week (June 20-26)
• Media release on waterfront parking restrictions and free digital permits
• Agendas for Arts Advisory, Town and Gown, Heritage Barrie, and Finance and Corporate Services committees

The June 20, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only. It circulated staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence, including a Section 326 cost recovery memo for sanitary and water servicing on Bay Lane, Cottage Lane, and Royal Oak Drive, and proclamations for Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Anniversary Week and St. John Ambulance Week. No votes or decisions were taken.

City Council

Barrie City Council adopted minutes, recognized community members, and approved several planning items, including a zoning by-law amendment for 157 Ardagh Road and a new draft plan of subdivision extension policy. Council also held public meetings for proposed amendments at 320 Bayfield Street (Bayfield Mall) and 651-673 Mapleview Drive East, and approved a tax application of $11,941.29.

• Approved zoning change at 157 Ardagh Road from R2 to RM1
• Public meeting for Official Plan and zoning amendments at 320 Bayfield Street to allow self-storage in Bayfield Mall
• Public meeting for zoning amendment at 651-673 Mapleview Drive East for commercial plaza with food store
• Approved tax application for $11,941.29
• Adopted new draft plan of subdivision extension policy effective after June 30, 2022

City Council approved a $22.8 million debenture by-law for capital works, adopted planning committee reports including zoning amendments for several properties, and passed by-laws for sanitary and water servicing cost recovery. The meeting also included recognitions and receipt of the Integrity Commissioner's annual report.

• Approved $22.8M debenture by-law for capital works (unanimous)
• Adopted Planning Committee Report Section A, including zoning amendment for 157 Ardagh Road
• Received Planning Committee Report Section B, including applications for 320 Bayfield St and 651-673 Mapleview Dr E
• Received Planning Committee Report Section C, including zoning amendment for 19 Dundonald St (Mayor recused)
• Adopted Planning Committee Report Section D, including zoning amendment for 520 & 526 Big Bay Point Rd
• Adopted Second General Committee Report Section B, including 2021 audited financial statements and parking restrictions
• Adopted Second General Committee Report Section C, including overnight waterfront parking by-law updates (amended)
• Adopted Second General Committee Report Section D, including automated speed enforcement cameras

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee received a delegation from the Canadian Mental Health Association requesting one-time funding of $215,456 to keep the Urban Pantry Barrie program running after its Ontario Trillium Foundation grant expires. The committee also received reports from the International Relations and Accessibility Advisory Committees, and recommended adopting a policy supporting fully accessible washrooms in new city facilities.

• Delegation requested $215,456 one-time funding for Urban Pantry Barrie
• Ontario Trillium Foundation grant expires July 9, 2022
• Report of International Relations Committee dated June 7, 2022 received
• Report of Accessibility Advisory Committee dated June 9, 2022 received
• Recommendation 22-G-136: support fully accessible washrooms in new city facilities

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee received a delegation from the Canadian Mental Health Association requesting one-time funding of $215,456 to keep the Urban Pantry Barrie program running after its Ontario Trillium Foundation grant expires July 9, 2022. No decision was made on the request; it was only discussed. The committee also received reports from the International Relations and Accessibility Advisory committees and recommended supporting fully accessible washrooms in new City facilities.

• Received delegation from CMHA requesting $215,456 for Urban Pantry Barrie (no vote)
• Received Report of the International Relations Committee dated June 7, 2022
• Received Report of the Accessibility Advisory Committee dated June 9, 2022
• Recommended support for fully accessible washrooms in new City facilities (Section B)

Communities in Bloom Committee

The Communities in Bloom Committee reviewed research regarding pollinator gardens on bus stop rooftops. Members also discussed promotional opportunities for the program and updates to the judging panel.

• Research concluded no North American municipalities use bus stop rooftop pollinator gardens due to climate
• Bus shelter manufacturers will not provide warranties on gardens due to low survivability in cold temperatures
• New bus shelters are being installed with solar panels
• Discussion of promotional opportunities including social media and the Barrie Farmer’s Market
• Update on judging panel including Anthony O’Neil and Martin Quinn

The Communities in Bloom Committee discussed bus stop rooftop pollinator gardens and learned that no North American municipalities use them due to climate, with manufacturers refusing warranties. The committee also discussed promoting Communities in Bloom events and noted a judge change. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• No formal decisions made; bus stop pollinator gardens discussed and deemed unviable due to climate
• Discussed promoting Communities in Bloom registration and pamphlet distribution
• Noted judge Anthony O'Neil will join judge Martin Quinn for judging

Planning Committee

The Barrie Planning Committee is holding public meetings to review three zoning and development applications: a zoning amendment for 219 and 223 Bayfield Street to allow a real estate office, a zoning amendment for properties on Sophia, McDonald, and Clapperton Streets to permit a 21-storey mixed-use building, and applications for an Official Plan amendment, zoning amendment, and draft plan of subdivision for 15 Harvie Road to allow commercial, light industrial, and residential uses. The committee heard presentations from applicants and staff, and received public comments. All items were recommended for receipt.

• Zoning amendment for 219 and 223 Bayfield Street to convert a dwelling to a real estate office with reduced landscaped buffer to 2.8 metres
• Zoning amendment for 17 Sophia St E, 3, 5, 7, 11 McDonald St, and 58, 60 Clapperton St for a 21-storey, 253-unit mixed-use building with 256 sq m commercial space
• Official Plan and zoning amendments and draft subdivision for 15 Harvie Road for 12 hectares of commercial/light industrial and 248 residential units
• Public comments raised concerns about traffic, parking, density, and school capacity
• All applications are under technical review with staff reports pending

The Planning Committee held public meetings for three zoning by-law amendments and an official plan amendment, but made no final decisions. All three matters were recommended to City Council for consideration of receipt at its June 27, 2022 meeting. The applications are still under review by the Technical Review Team.

• Recommended receipt of zoning amendment for 219 & 223 Bayfield St to Council
• Recommended receipt of zoning amendment for 17 Sophia St E, 3-11 McDonald St, 58 & 60 Clapperton St to Council
• Recommended receipt of official plan amendment, zoning amendment, and draft plan of subdivision for 15 Harvie Rd to Council

General Committee

The General Committee is considering several updates to city bylaws and programs, including a new $300,000 budget for speed enforcement cameras. The meeting also addresses parking changes on Harvie Road and Gray Lane, as well as heritage designations for local properties.

• Authorization of up to $300,000 for Automated Speed Enforcement Program in school and community safety zones
• Service Level Agreement with Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority not to exceed $175,000
• Addition of 2 and 4 Innisfil Street to the Municipal Heritage Register
• Amendments to Traffic By-law 2020-107 regarding parking on Harvie Road and Big Bay Point Road
• Updates to Overnight Waterfront Parking and Traffic By-law

The General Committee recommended moving forward with an Automated Speed Enforcement Program in school and community safety zones, with a $300,000 upset limit for the first year funded from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve. The recommendation includes leasing two mobile cameras, adding a senior transportation technologist position, and entering agreements with either Local Authority Services or the City of Toronto. All items were recommended to City Council for adoption at its June 20, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended Automated Speed Enforcement Program in school/community safety zones with $300,000 upset limit (Section D)
• Recommended leasing two mobile cameras, with report on two additional cameras
• Recommended authorizing Mayor and City Clerk to enter agreements with LAS or City of Toronto
• Recommended investigating Administrative Monetary Penalty System for parking and speed enforcement
• Recommended adding 2 and 4 Innisfil Street to Municipal Heritage Register (Section B)
• Recommended amending parking restrictions on Harvie Road and Big Bay Point Road (Section B)
• Recommended replacing Driveway Restoration Policy (Section B)
• Recommended investigating traffic signals at Grove and Johnson Street (Section B)

General Committee

The General Committee met on June 13, 2022, to consider a confidential report regarding the performance management of the Executive Management Team (EMT). The agenda contains only this single item, which was recommended for receipt. No other public decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.

• Motion 22-G-120: Receipt of confidential report on Executive Management Team (EMT) Performance Management

The General Committee met in closed session to receive a confidential update on Executive Management Team performance management, then moved to open session with no votes taken. The matter was recommended to City Council for consideration on June 20, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received confidential EMT performance management update (22-G-120)
• Recommended receipt to City Council for June 20, 2022

Circulation List

The June 13, 2022, circulation list includes staff memos regarding a requested change to the Official Plan at Ardagh Road and County Road 27. The agenda also covers solar panel considerations for pump station reconstruction on Anne Street and transportation improvements on Mapleview Drive East.

• Requested Change to Adopted Official Plan - Ardagh Road and County Road 27
• Anne Street - New 3N and 2N Booster Pump Station Reconstruction solar panel consideration
• Mapleview Drive East (Yonge Street to Prince William Way) transportation improvements
• Barrie Fire and Emergency Service 2021 Annual Report
• 2020-2021 City staff cost savings efficiencies and measures

The June 13, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only. Council received seven staff memos, one committee agenda, and 14 items of correspondence, including proclamations for Barrie Pride Month and YIMBY Week. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received presentations on the Specialized Transit Passenger Portal, the Barrie Arts Awards, adult change tables at City facilities, and the 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan. The Committee approved a $2,000 expenditure to sponsor the 2022 Artist Beyond Barriers Award and recommended supporting fully accessible washrooms in new City facilities.

• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for 2022 Artist Beyond Barriers Award
• Presentation on Specialized Transit Passenger Portal
• Discussion on adult change tables at City facilities
• Recommendation to support fully accessible washrooms in new City facilities
• Update on 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan

The Accessibility Advisory Committee approved a $2,000 expenditure to sponsor the 2022 Artist Beyond Barriers Award. It also supported the inclusion of fully accessible washrooms in newly built City facilities, a recommendation forwarded to the Finance and Corporate Services Committee. Presentations were given on the Specialized Transit Passenger Portal and the 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan.

• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for 2022 Artist Beyond Barriers Award
• Supported fully accessible washrooms in new City facilities (recommendation to Finance and Corporate Services Committee)

Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee discussed several items, including a recommendation to investigate allowing No Mow May and promoting natural gardens. They also heard updates on yield signs, invasive species, and the On the Move Initiative. The meeting was largely discussion and information sharing, with one formal recommendation forwarded for consideration.

• Recommendation to investigate amending the Yard Maintenance By-law to allow No Mow May and create signage/educational materials for natural gardens
• Discussion of converting approximately 40 yield signs to stop signs, with a staff report expected by end of 2022
• Presentation on the Simcoe Muskoka On the Move Initiative, focusing on school travel planning
• Discussion on invasive species management, noting limited resources and focus on human health risks
• Deferred items: transition document (Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategy) and Bike the Night update

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee recommended two actions to General Committee: creating communication tools for natural gardens and investigating a by-law amendment to allow No Mow May participation. Both items were forwarded for consideration at the Infrastructure and Community Investment Committee meeting on May 31, 2023. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussions or deferred.

• Recommended staff investigate communication tools for natural and boulevard gardens (Section B)
• Recommended staff investigate Yard Maintenance By-law amendment for No Mow May (Section B)

Planning Committee

The Barrie Planning Committee is meeting to consider several planning items, including two rezoning applications recommended for approval and three public meetings for proposed developments. The committee will also review a new policy for extending draft approved plans of subdivision.

• Rezoning 157 Ardagh Road from R2 to RM1 for residential multiple dwellings
• Rezoning 520 and 526 Big Bay Point Road from R1 to RA1-2 with special provisions, including reduced parking and increased building height
• Public meeting for Official Plan and Zoning amendments at 320 Bayfield Street (Bayfield Mall) to permit self-storage uses
• Public meeting for rezoning 651-673 Mapleview Drive East from AG to C4 for a commercial plaza with retail and food store
• Public meeting for rezoning 19 Dundonald Street to permit a 9-storey, 58-unit residential building

The Planning Committee recommended approval of two zoning by-law amendments: one to rezone 157 Ardagh Road from R2 to RM1, and another to rezone 520 and 526 Big Bay Point Road from R1 to RA1-2 with special provisions. It also recommended adopting a new policy for draft plan of subdivision extensions. Public meetings were held for three other applications (320 Bayfield Street, 651-673 Mapleview Drive East, and 19 Dundonald Street), but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved rezoning of 157 Ardagh Road from R2 to RM1 (recommended to Council)
• Approved rezoning of 520 and 526 Big Bay Point Road from R1 to RA1-2 with special provisions (recommended to Council)
• Approved new draft plan of subdivision extension policy, effective for applications after June 30, 2022 (recommended to Council)
• Held public meeting for 320 Bayfield Street OPA and zoning amendment; no decision
• Held public meeting for 651-673 Mapleview Drive East zoning amendment; no decision
• Held public meeting for 19 Dundonald Street zoning amendment; no decision

International Relations Committee

The International Relations Committee discussed various updates regarding global partnerships and youth programs. The committee approved funding for travel to explore a rugby sports team exchange with Harrogate, United Kingdom.

• Approved up to $5,000.00 from the International Relations budget for potential travel to Harrogate, UK
• Legacy Fund Agreement with the Barrie Community Foundation is ready for signatures
• Discussion regarding adding a live camera feed link to the International Partners Website
• Update on 2023 twinning arrangements with Murayama, Japan
• Announcement of Hans Etzel as a representative of the German Sub-Committee

The International Relations Committee approved spending up to $5,000 from its budget to send two members to Harrogate, UK, to organize a rugby sports team exchange. The committee also received updates on the Legacy Fund agreement, which is ready for signatures, and discussed adding a live camera feed link to the International Partners website. No other formal decisions were made; most items were informational updates.

• Approved up to $5,000 for travel to Harrogate, UK for rugby exchange planning
• Legacy Fund Agreement with Barrie Community Foundation ready for signatures
• Discussed adding live camera feed link to International Partners website

Circulation List

The June 6, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only. Council received eight staff memos (including updates on the Urban Growth Centre, Canada Day, Bradford Street Corridor Study, Pollinator Week, Waterfront Strategic Plan, CUPE negotiations, waterfront beaches, and a liquor licence application), five committee agendas, and seven correspondence items. No motions were made, and no decisions were recorded.

• Received staff memo on Urban Growth Centre and Downtown Q1 2022 Update (Wards 1, 2, 8)
• Received staff memo on Canada Day 2022
• Received staff memo on Bradford Street Corridor Study – Notice of PIC No. 2 (Wards 2, 8)
• Received staff memo on Pollinator Week 2022 (Ward 1/All)
• Received staff memo on Waterfront Strategic Plan Update (all Wards)
• Received confidential memo on CUPE Negotiations Update
• Received staff memo on Waterfront Beaches Open for 2022 Season
• Received staff memo on Liquor Sales Licence Application Review – The Mexican House, 24 Maple Avenue

City Council

City Council adopted several zoning amendments, including a project for 108, 116, and 122 Harvie Road. The meeting also included public deputations regarding police services board motions on panhandling and tenant water billing.

• Approved rezoning of 108, 116 and 122 Harvie Road to permit multiple dwelling and single detached units
• Approved Official Plan and Zoning amendments for 290, 294, 298 and 302 Georgian Drive to allow a 19-storey apartment building
• Public hearing for a proposed 630-unit residential development at 34-50 Bradford Street
• Deputation regarding motion 22-G-119 concerning panhandling and criminal activity
• Emergency deputation regarding motion 22-G-116 concerning tenant water billing

City Council adopted the pan handling and criminal activity motion (22-G-119) as amended, replacing a paragraph to request OPP connect with outreach workers for encampments along Highway 400 ramps and adding a directive for staff to investigate waste collection bins near informal encampments. The tenant water billing motion (22-G-116) was amended to defer any changes and account set-up fees to the 2023 budget. Council also adopted planning committee reports, including zoning amendments and the affordable housing monitoring report, and passed several by-laws.

• Adopted pan handling motion 22-G-119 as amended (carried)
• Amended tenant water billing motion 22-G-116 to defer changes to 2023 budget (carried)
• Adopted Planning Committee Report Section A, including zoning amendments at Harvie Road and Georgian Drive (carried)
• Received Planning Committee Report Section B for zoning amendments at Bradford Street and Collier Street (carried)
• Adopted Planning Committee Report Section C, including 2021 Affordable Housing Monitoring Report (carried)
• Adopted First General Committee Report, including Barrie Hydro AGM matters (carried)
• Adopted Second General Committee Report Sections A-F, including Heritage Park Master Plan and needle collection kiosk pilot (carried)
• Passed by-laws 2022-051 through 2022-055 unanimously (carried)

City Building Committee

The City Building Committee (inactive) is meeting to receive reports from several advisory committees and to consider adding two properties to the Municipal Heritage Register. The agenda includes only routine receipt of committee reports and one heritage recommendation.

• Recommendation to add 2 and 4 Innisfil Street to the Municipal Heritage Register as listed properties
• Receipt of Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee report (May 3, 2022)
• Receipt of Heritage Barrie Committee report (May 11, 2022)
• Receipt of Arts Advisory Committee report (May 17, 2022)
• Receipt of Communities in Bloom Committee report (May 19, 2022)

The City Building Committee received reports from four advisory committees and recommended that 2 and 4 Innisfil Street be added to the Municipal Heritage Register as listed properties. The recommendation will be considered by General Committee on June 13, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended adding 2 and 4 Innisfil Street to Municipal Heritage Register (unanimous)

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee received a presentation from the County of Simcoe on health and emergency services, including paramedic operations and cost-sharing. It also received reports from several advisory committees and recommended adoption of the 2021 audited financial statements. The committee recommended updates to the overnight waterfront parking and traffic by-law, including changes to parking restrictions on Gray Lane.

• Presentation on County of Simcoe health and emergency services, including 2021 cost sharing and paramedic operations
• 2021 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements received
• Traffic By-law 2020-107 to be repealed and replaced with updated overnight waterfront parking rules
• Gray Lane parking restrictions amended: west side no parking, south/east side restricted for 230 metres
• Reports received from Seniors, Town and Gown, International Relations, and Accessibility Advisory Committees

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee received presentations and reports, and recommended three items to General Committee for adoption on June 13, 2022: a request for Access Barrie and Legislative and Court Services to work with Georgian College to boost student engagement in the municipal election, receipt of the 2021 audited consolidated financial statements, and replacement of Traffic By-law 2020-107 with a new draft by-law on overnight waterfront parking and traffic. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations.

• Recommended student election engagement with Georgian College (Section C)
• Recommended receipt of 2021 audited consolidated financial statements (Section C)
• Recommended replacing Traffic By-law 2020-107 with draft 2022-0XX (Section C)

General Committee

The General Committee recommended several items to City Council, including discontinuing tenant water billing by November 2022, granting temporary authority to the CAO for contracts and land deals, and extending the needle collection kiosk pilot. It also recommended approving the Heritage Park Master Plan and capital project funding adjustments. All items are recommendations for Council's June 6, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended discontinuing tenant water billing effective Nov 1, 2022, with grandfathering until Oct 31, 2023
• Recommended temporary delegation of authority to CAO for contracts, land sales, and litigation from Jun 28 to Dec 31, 2022
• Recommended extending needle collection kiosk pilot for one year at $22,000 from Community Benefit Reserve
• Recommended approving Heritage Park Master Plan with $11,167,292 capital cost for 2023-2032 plan
• Recommended capital project funding adjustments: $5.9M new, $41.7M released, $6.2M increased, $2.1M reallocated
• Recommended moving council meetings to Wednesday evenings for 2022-2026 term
• Recommended $10,000 and waived rental fees for CFB Borden Armed Forces Day and Air Show
• Recommended directing staff to investigate parking restrictions on Geddes Crescent

General Committee

The General Committee is acting as the sole shareholder of Barrie Hydro Holdings Inc. (BHHI) to approve the 2021 shareholder meeting minutes, receive the company's 2021 non-consolidated financial statements, and appoint the City's auditor to compile future statements. Councillor M. McCann declared a potential pecuniary interest and did not participate or vote on this item.

• Approve minutes of BHHI Shareholder's Meeting held May 25, 2021
• Receive BHHI non-consolidated financial statements for year ended Dec 31, 2021
• Appoint City of Barrie's auditor as BHHI Accountants for compilation engagement

The General Committee recommended that City Council, acting as sole shareholder of Barrie Hydro Holdings Inc., approve the minutes of the 2021 shareholder meeting, receive the 2021 non-consolidated financial statements, and appoint the City's auditor for a compilation engagement. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved minutes of BHHI Shareholder's Meeting held May 25, 2021
• Received BHHI non-consolidated financial statements for year ended Dec 31, 2021
• Appointed City of Barrie's auditor as Accountants for BHHI for compilation engagement

Circulation List

This circulation list for May 30, 2022, contains several staff memoranda regarding annual reports on legal authority, wastewater operations, and accessibility plans. The document also lists various municipal proclamations and media releases.

• Annual Report: Delegated Authority to Grant Easements Over City Owned Property
• Annual Report: Delegated Authority for Acquisition of Real Property
• Annual Report: Delegated Authority to Execute Encroachment Agreements
• Update on the City of Barrie’s 2019-2024 Multi-year Accessibility Plan
• New Transfer Payment Agreement with the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade

The May 30, 2022 Circulation List meeting contains only staff memos, committee agendas, correspondence, and proclamations. No motions, votes, or decisions were recorded; the document is informational and procedural only.

Town and Gown Committee

The Town and Gown Committee is discussing updates to its Terms of Reference for the next term, including membership, student inclusion, and reporting structure. Georgian College shared that it completed a housing review and will present results to the Committee. City staff provided updates on enforcement, zoning, and police outreach.

• Discussion on updating Committee Terms of Reference, including name change and reporting to City Building Committee
• Georgian College completed a housing review; results to be shared with Committee and consultants invited
• Seven new Municipal Law Enforcement Officers hired; six summer students to enforce waterfront by-laws
• Zoning Officer reports increased calls for driveway widening, sheds, and fences; plans to connect with Georgian College on rooming houses
• Barrie Police attended International Students Day to educate and interact with students

The Town and Gown Committee met virtually and discussed updating its Terms of Reference for the next term, including membership, student inclusion, and reporting structure. Georgian College reported completing a housing review and proposed sharing results with the Committee. City staff provided updates on yard maintenance enforcement, zoning calls, and police outreach. No formal decisions were made.

• Discussed updating Terms of Reference for next committee term
• Georgian College to share housing review results with Committee
• Noted seven new enforcement officers for yard maintenance complaints
• Six summer students recruited for waterfront by-law enforcement

Committee of Adjustment

This meeting of the Committee of Adjustment on May 25, 2022, has an agenda that contains only the agenda and minutes item, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate.

• Agenda and minutes for May 25, 2022 meeting

The Committee of Adjustment meeting on May 25, 2022, was procedural, with four applications listed on the agenda and minutes: A2-22 (215 Merrett Drive), A13-22 (56 Allsop Crescent), A67-21 (79 Collier Street), and A69-21 (720 Mapleview Drive East). No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials are recorded in the provided minutes text.

• Heard application A2-22 for 215 Merrett Drive (no outcome recorded)
• Heard application A13-22 for 56 Allsop Crescent (no outcome recorded)
• Heard application A67-21 for 79 Collier Street (no outcome recorded)
• Heard application A69-21 for 720 Mapleview Drive East (no outcome recorded)

Communities in Bloom Committee

The Communities in Bloom Committee met virtually to discuss three items: the Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail, bus stop pollinator gardens, and the upcoming judge visit for the Communities in Bloom competition. No formal decisions were made; the trail item was received, the pollinator garden item was deferred, and the judge visit was discussed with planning details.

• Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail discussion item received
• Bus stop pollinator gardens deferred; rooftop garden at Eastview Community Garden suggested as pilot
• Judge visit set for July 26-28; judges Martin Quinn and Rodger Yonker
• No community get-together planned for judge visit

The Communities in Bloom Committee held a virtual meeting with no substantive decisions. They discussed a rooftop pollinator garden pilot at the Eastview Community Garden but deferred it to the next meeting. They also planned for the upcoming judge visit in July, including accommodations and a possible virtual meeting.

• Deferred bus stop pollinator garden rooftop pilot to next meeting
• No action taken on Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for the City of Barrie, containing items for information rather than decisions. It includes a committee agenda, a mayoral proclamation, and several pieces of correspondence from other municipalities and city staff.

• Agenda for Town and Gown Committee meeting on May 25, 2022
• Proclamation declaring May 22-28, 2022 as Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) Week
• Correspondence from City of Cambridge re: free public transportation on election days
• Correspondence from City of Brantford re: release of documents related to Mohawk Institute Residential School
• Media release re: free burlap kits for Spongy (LDD) Moth

The Circulation List meeting on May 19, 2022 was procedural only. It circulated a Town and Gown Committee agenda, a proclamation declaring VON Week, and several items of correspondence. No substantive decisions were made.

• Circulated Town and Gown Committee agenda for May 25, 2022 meeting
• Circulated Mayor's proclamation declaring May 22-28, 2022 as VON Week
• Circulated correspondence from City of Cambridge re: free public transit on election days
• Circulated correspondence from City of Brantford re: release of Mohawk Institute documents
• Circulated correspondence from Chief Building Official re: structural resiliency for Part 9 buildings
• Circulated media release re: free burlap kits for Spongy (LDD) Moth
• Circulated media release re: affected services on Victoria Day weekend

Arts Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed upcoming programming for the 2022 Culture Days celebration and discussed updates regarding local performing arts venues. Members also discussed funding strategies for the Performing Arts Investment Fund and various community arts events.

• Presentation on Culture Days running from September 23 to October 16, 2022
• Update on the Performing Arts Investment Fund and Cultural Grants Program
• Status updates for Georgian Theatre, Performing Arts Centre, and Five Points Theatre
• Discussion of a community piano event at Meridian Place on May 26
• Announcement of the Brightening Barriers project for restaurant patios on Dunlop and Collier Streets

The Arts Advisory Committee met virtually and received presentations on Culture Days, performing arts venue updates, and the Performing Arts Investment Fund. No formal decisions were made; the committee deferred a discussion on staff contacts to the next meeting.

• Deferred discussion of staff contacts/connections to next meeting
• Received Culture Days presentation (Sept 23-Oct 16, 2022)
• Received performing arts venue updates (Georgian Theatre, Performing Arts Centre, Five Points Theatre)
• Discussed Performing Arts Investment Fund and Cultural Grants Program

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is reviewing five development applications, including two major zoning amendments for high-density residential projects in Ward 1 and Ward 2. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a 630-unit apartment development in the downtown core and a report on the city's affordable housing strategy. No final votes are recorded in the provided text, which lists the items as recommended for consideration or receipt.

• Zoning amendment for 108, 116, and 122 Harvie Road to allow RM2 and R4 zones with special provisions for density and setbacks.
• Official Plan and Zoning amendment for 290, 294, 298, and 302 Georgian Drive to permit a 19-storey building with 500 units per hectare.
• Public meeting for 34-50 Bradford Street to review a 630-unit, two-tower apartment development with reduced parking requirements.
• Public meeting for 129 Collier Street to review two 12-storey rental buildings totaling 293 units with increased height and reduced setbacks.
• Acceptance of the 2021 Affordable Housing Monitoring Report and Strategy Update.

The Planning Committee recommended approval of two major zoning amendments: one for 108, 116, and 122 Harvie Road to allow multiple dwellings and townhouses with various special provisions, and another for 290-302 Georgian Drive to permit a 19-storey apartment building with a density of 500 units per hectare. Both recommendations will go to City Council on June 6, 2022. The committee also held public meetings for zoning amendments at 34-50 Bradford Street and 129 Collier Street, and recommended acceptance of the 2021 Affordable Housing Monitoring Report and Strategy Update.

• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for 108, 116, 122 Harvie Road (RM2, R4 zones with special provisions)
• Recommended approval of Official Plan and zoning amendment for 290-302 Georgian Drive (19-storey, 500 units/hectare)
• Recommended acceptance of 2021 Affordable Housing Monitoring Report and Strategy Update
• Held public meetings for zoning amendments at 34-50 Bradford Street and 129 Collier Street (no decisions made)

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the Barrie, ON council, not a decision-making meeting. It distributes a staff memo on a liquor sales licence application, agendas for two advisory committee meetings, and several correspondence items including proclamations and media releases. No votes or decisions are recorded.

• Staff memo on Liquor Sales Licence Application Review for Infinity Arts Productions IAPC Corporation at 4 Alliance Boulevard, Units 4 and 5
• Agenda for Arts Advisory Committee meeting on May 17, 2022
• Agenda for Communities in Bloom Committee meeting on May 19, 2022
• Proclamation of May 17, 2022 as International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
• Media release: Licence 2 Ride offers Barrie youth free summer transit and recreation access

The May 16, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions recorded. The agenda included a staff memo on a liquor sales licence application, committee agendas, and correspondence items such as proclamations and media releases.

City Council

City Council held public meetings for two large residential developments: a 467-unit subdivision at 680 Lockhart Road and 107 townhouses at 338 Mapleview Drive East. Council also approved a zoning change for 953 Mapleview Drive East and adopted routine committee reports and recognitions.

• Public meeting: 467-unit subdivision at 680 Lockhart Road (194 single-detached, 118 semi-detached, 147 townhouses, 2 school blocks)
• Public meeting: 107 townhouses at 338 Mapleview Drive East, rezoning from Agriculture/Environmental Protection to Residential Multiple
• Approved zoning by-law amendment at 953 Mapleview Drive East from Agricultural General to residential and mixed-use zones
• Adopted 2021 Investment Management Annual Report and ESG framework
• Added 101 Cumberland Street and 11 Rodney Street to Municipal Heritage Register

City Council adopted the 2022 tax rates and tax ratios, and approved a $110,000 FedDev agreement for a Sport Tourism Strategy. Several zoning and official plan amendments were approved, including for 953 Mapleview Drive East and 521 Huronia Road. The meeting also included presentations and recognitions, but no items were denied or tabled.

• Adopted 2022 tax rates and tax ratios (by-laws 2022-043, 2022-044)
• Approved $110,000 FedDev funding agreement for Sport Tourism Strategy
• Approved zoning by-law amendment at 953 Mapleview Drive East (22-P-021)
• Approved official plan and zoning amendments at 521 Huronia Road (by-laws 2022-047, 2022-048)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment at 189 Summerset Drive (by-law 2022-046)
• Approved part lot control exemption for Copperhill Heights (by-law 2022-049)
• Approved delegation of authority for holding symbol removal (by-law 2022-042)
• Approved Downtown Barrie Business Association levy (by-law 2022-045)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee discussed National AccessAbility Week (May 29–June 4, 2022), including a proclamation, flag raising, and potential virtual events. They also received updates on the 2021 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and Volt Hockey. The Specialized Transit Update was deferred to the next meeting.

• Proclamation prepared for National AccessAbility Week, May 29–June 4, 2022
• Flag raising and website/social media posts planned for National AccessAbility Week
• 2021 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan update to be sent as memorandum to City Council
• Volt Hockey Try It event continues through May 2022 at East Bayfield Community Centre
• Specialized Transit Update deferred to next meeting

The Accessibility Advisory Committee discussed plans for National AccessAbility Week (May 29–June 4, 2022), including a flag raising and website/social media posts. The specialized transit update was deferred to the next meeting. No formal decisions were made; items were discussed and staff will report back.

• Deferred specialized transit update to next meeting
• Discussed National AccessAbility Week proclamation and events
• Staff to coordinate flag raising with Mayor's Office
• Staff to prepare memorandum on 2021 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan

Heritage Barrie Committee

The Heritage Barrie Committee is meeting to discuss heritage communications, budget, and several heritage-related projects. They approved spending up to $1,500 for a tent and tables for events, and recommended adding 2 and 4 Innisfil Street to the Municipal Heritage Register. Other items include updates on walking tour guides, utility box wraps, and a development application at 79 Collier Street.

• Approved up to $1,500 from committee budget for tent and tables for events
• Recommended adding 2 and 4 Innisfil Street to Municipal Heritage Register as listed properties
• Discussed draft policy and application for plaques for designated and listed buildings
• Reviewed communications plan and logo concepts for Heritage Barrie Committee
• Neighbourhood meeting scheduled for June 1, 2022 regarding 79 Collier Street development application

The Heritage Barrie Committee approved spending up to $1,500 from its budget for a tent and tables for events. It also recommended adding 2 and 4 Innisfil Street to the Municipal Heritage Register as listed properties, pending City Building Committee approval. Other items were updates or discussions only.

• Approved up to $1,500 for tent and tables for events
• Recommended adding 2 and 4 Innisfil Street to Municipal Heritage Register

General Committee

The General Committee is reviewing several municipal reports, including updates on the 2021 Investment Management Annual Report and the 2022 First Quarter Internal Audit. Key discussions include a lease extension for the Sandbox Centre and a new levy for the Downtown Barrie Business Association.

• $10,227,150 total approved budget for Allandale and Downtown Transit Mobility Hubs
• $684,387 levy on commercial and industrial properties for the Downtown BIA
• Proposed 3-year lease extension for Sandbox Centre with an annual $35,000 partnership commitment
• Addition of 101 Cumberland Street and 11 Rodney Street to the Municipal Heritage Register
• Approval of 2022 tax rates as identified in Staff Report FIN005-22

The General Committee recommended approval of several items for City Council's May 16 meeting, including a $10.2M consolidated Allandale and Downtown Transit Mobility Hubs project, 2022 tax rates, a Sandbox Centre lease extension through 2028, and the addition of two properties to the Municipal Heritage Register. All recommendations were made without recorded opposition.

• Recommended $10.2M Allandale and Downtown Transit Mobility Hubs project (Section C)
• Recommended 2022 tax rates as per Staff Report FIN005-22
• Recommended Sandbox Centre lease extension to Sept 18, 2028, with escalating cost-sharing
• Recommended adding 101 Cumberland St and 11 Rodney St to Municipal Heritage Register
• Recommended consent for Armoury Building roof replacement at 36 Mulcaster St
• Recommended rescinding surplus declaration for 29 and 35 Sperling Dr
• Recommended Downtown BIA levy of $684,387 for 2022
• Recommended adopting ESG integration framework for investments

Circulation List

This document is a circulation list containing staff memos and correspondence for the City of Barrie. It includes updates on business surveys, grant applications, and upcoming committee agendas.

• Business and Employer Data Survey - All Wards
• Grant Application Update for Skills Development Fund
• North Shore Trail Vegetation Management Plan Review (Wards 1 and 2)
• Road closures at McKay Road West and Veteran’s Drive for 20 months starting May 24

The meeting was a circulation list of staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received for information only.

• Received staff memo on Business and Employer Data Survey (All Wards)
• Received staff memo on Skills Development Fund grant application update
• Received staff memo on Digital Mainstreet Program update
• Received staff memo on 2023 Business Plan and Budget
• Received staff memo on North Shore Trail Vegetation Management Plan Review
• Received agendas for Heritage Barrie and Accessibility Advisory Committee meetings
• Received proclamations for Economic Development Week, World Migratory Bird Day, and Apraxia Awareness Day
• Received correspondence on digital waterfront parking permits and McKay Road West closure

City Building Committee

The City Building Committee is recommending that City Council support Nature Barrie's application to Nature Canada for Bird Friendly City certification, and is forwarding several heritage-related items for adoption. The agenda also includes receiving reports from advisory committees and adding two properties to the Municipal Heritage Register.

• Recommendation to support Nature Barrie's Bird Friendly City certification application
• Add 101 Cumberland Street and 11 Rodney Street to the Municipal Heritage Register
• Consent to alter the Armoury Building at 36 Mulcaster Street for roof replacement
• Received reports from Heritage Barrie, Arts Advisory, and Communities in Bloom committees

The City Building Committee recommended that City Council support Nature Barrie's application to Nature Canada for Bird Friendly City certification, and directed staff to explore partnership opportunities upon certification. The committee also recommended adding two properties to the Municipal Heritage Register and approving a roof replacement for the Armoury Building. All recommendations were forwarded to General Committee for consideration on May 9, 2022.

• Recommended Council support Nature Barrie's Bird Friendly City certification application
• Recommended staff explore partnerships with Nature Barrie upon certification
• Recommended adding 101 Cumberland Street to Municipal Heritage Register
• Recommended adding 11 Rodney Street to Municipal Heritage Register
• Recommended consent for Armoury Building roof replacement at 36 Mulcaster Street

International Relations Committee

The International Relations Committee met virtually to receive updates on its budget, youth ambassador program, and various international partnerships. All items were discussion items that were received, with no formal decisions made. The committee heard about finalized Legacy Fund agreement, potential youth exchanges, and upcoming delegation visits to Germany, the UK, and France.

• Legacy Fund agreement with Barrie Community Foundation finalized, to be signed by Mayor and City Clerk
• Delegation to travel to Zweibrücken, Germany in May 2022 for 25th anniversary of twinning relationship
• Visits planned to Harrogate, UK and Arras, France in May 2022 to discuss exchanges
• Potential youth exchange with Arras, France awaiting confirmation from Barrie North Collegiate
• Discussion on adding Barrie webcam link to International Partners website

The International Relations Committee met virtually and received updates on various twinning and youth ambassador programs. The Legacy Fund agreement with the Barrie Community Foundation was finalized and will be sent to the Mayor and City Clerk for signature. No formal votes or substantive decisions were taken; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Finalized Legacy Fund agreement with Barrie Community Foundation, to be signed by Mayor and City Clerk
• Discussed adding Barrie webcam link to International Partners website
• Noted delegation travel to Zweibrücken, Germany for 25th anniversary of twinning
• Noted visits to Harrogate, UK and Arras, France to promote exchanges

Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee heard a presentation from Nature Barrie on the Bird Friendly City certification and discussed supporting it, though no formal motion was recorded. Members also discussed preparing a transition document for the next committee term, focusing on priorities like the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategy and Cycle Barrie Infrastructure Program. Updates were given on Bike the Night funding approval and event planning, while other items like Crompton Park and future events were deferred or had no action.

• Discussed supporting Bird Friendly City certification (no formal vote)
• Discussed creating transition document for next committee term
• Noted City Council approved funding for Bike the Night event
• Deferred future events discussion to next meeting

Planning Committee

The Barrie Planning Committee is holding public meetings for two major residential development applications: a 467-unit subdivision at 680 Lockhart Road and a 107-townhouse project at 338 Mapleview Drive East. The committee is also considering a staff recommendation to approve a zoning by-law amendment for 953 Mapleview Drive East. All items are at the public meeting or decision stage.

• 680 Lockhart Road: rezoning from Agriculture General to residential/mixed-use/educational and draft plan for 467 units (194 single, 118 semi, 147 townhouses) plus 2 school blocks
• 338 Mapleview Drive East: Official Plan and zoning amendments to allow 107 townhouse units on 2.56 hectares, with site-specific zoning (reduced parking, increased height)
• 953 Mapleview Drive East: staff recommend approving rezoning from Agricultural General to residential, mixed-use, and environmental protection
• Public comments received on both public meeting items; no verbal comments on 338 Mapleview Drive East

The Planning Committee held public meetings for two development applications (680 Lockhart Rd and 338 Mapleview Dr E) and recommended them to City Council for receipt. The committee also recommended approval of a zoning by-law amendment for 953 Mapleview Dr E, changing the designation from Agricultural General to various residential, mixed-use, and environmental protection zones. All matters will be considered by City Council on May 16, 2022.

• Recommended approval of zoning by-law amendment for 953 Mapleview Dr E (AG to R5, RM3, RM3(SP), NMU, EP)
• Recommended receipt of applications for 680 Lockhart Rd (zoning and subdivision) and 338 Mapleview Dr E (OPA and zoning) to Council

Circulation List

This is the May 2, 2022 Circulation List for Barrie, ON, a procedural distribution of items for council's information rather than a decision-making meeting. It includes a staff memo on the Digital Waterfront Parking Permits launch, agendas for three committee meetings on May 3, and multiple proclamations and media releases. No votes or decisions are recorded.

• Staff memo on Digital Waterfront Parking Permits Launch from B. Forsyth, Director of Transit and Parking
• Agendas for Active Transportation and Sustainability, City Building, and International Relations Committee meetings on May 3, 2022
• Proclamations for May 2022: GBS/CIDP, Jewish Heritage, Melanoma/Skin Cancer, MS, Community Living, Drinking Water Week, Children's Mental Health Week
• Media release on Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan aiming for net-zero by 2050
• Media release: nominations open for 2022 Municipal Election

The May 2, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions. Items included staff memos, committee agendas, proclamations, media releases, and board minutes, all received for information.

City Council

City Council approved a $4,974.82 tax cancellation/reduction application and adopted multiple committee reports, including official plan and zoning amendments for 521 Huronia Road and 189 Summerset Drive, plus a delegation of approval authority for holding symbol removals. Council also adopted the 2021 budget year-end report, development charge reports, and 2022 tax ratios and capping policies. Several by-laws were passed, including part lot control exemptions for developments on Fairlane Avenue, Blue Forest Crescent, and Haven Lane, and the naming of Shepherd Drive as a public highway.

• Approved tax application for cancellation/reduction of $4,974.82
• Adopted Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 521 Huronia Road (22-P-014)
• Adopted Zoning By-law Amendment for 189 Summerset Drive (22-P-015)
• Adopted delegation of approval authority for holding symbol removal (22-P-016)
• Adopted 2021 Budget and Business Plan Year-End Report (22-G-083)
• Adopted 2022 Tax Ratios and Capping Policies (22-G-086)
• Passed part lot control exemption by-laws for Fairlane Avenue, Blue Forest Crescent, and Haven Lane developments
• Passed by-law naming Shepherd Drive as public highway

Town and Gown Committee

The Town and Gown Committee discussed ways to increase Georgian College student participation in municipal elections. The meeting also included updates on college campus operations, city traffic safety, and zoning complaints.

• Recommendation for Access Barrie and Legislative and Court Services to work with Georgian College on election engagement
• Update on temporary speed cushion installations on Grove Street and Cook Street expected by end of June
• Report of 110 city-wide zoning complaints, with 40% originating from the northeast end of the City
• Discussion regarding increasing property standards enforcement for yard maintenance, dog feces, and garbage

The Town and Gown Committee recommended that Access Barrie and the Legislative and Court Services Department work with Georgian College to increase student participation in the municipal election. The committee also discussed recruiting new members and reframing its role, but deferred those conversations to the next meeting. Updates were provided on college operations, traffic calming, zoning complaints, enforcement, and fire services.

• Recommended Access Barrie and Legislative and Court Services work with Georgian College on student election engagement (unanimous)
• Deferred discussion on new term and recruitment of committee members to next meeting

Committee of Adjustment

The provided document contains only procedural information regarding the Committee of Adjustment meeting. No specific applications, rezonings, or decisions are detailed in this record.

The Committee of Adjustment met on April 27, 2022, and considered several applications. The hearing for 440 Dunlop Street West (A7-22) was deferred to September 21, 2022, and 79 Collier Street (A67-21) was also deferred. No final decisions were recorded for the other listed applications.

• Deferred A7-22 (440 Dunlop Street West) to September 21, 2022
• Deferred A67-21 (79 Collier Street)

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee reviewed the 2021 Investment Management Annual Report and adopted an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) integration framework. The committee also received updates on internal audits and presentations regarding County of Simcoe social services.

• Adoption of ESG integration framework for investment decisions
• Amendment to the Seniors Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Presentation on County of Simcoe Social and Community Services
• Receipt of 2022 First Quarter Internal Audit Status Report

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee recommended adopting the 2021 Investment Management Annual Report, including an ESG integration framework and a new investment principle. It also recommended receiving the 2022 First Quarter Internal Audit Status Report and amending the Seniors Advisory Committee's terms of reference. All recommendations are for consideration by General Committee on May 9, 2022.

• Recommended adopting 2021 Investment Management Annual Report with ESG framework (unanimous)
• Recommended adding ESG principle to Investment Policy Statement Section 4.1 (unanimous)
• Recommended receiving 2022 First Quarter Internal Audit Status Report as information (unanimous)
• Recommended amending Seniors Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (unanimous)

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee received a presentation on specialized geriatric services and health care for older adults in the Barrie area. Members discussed options for a town hall, including possible venues and promotion, and considered forming a sub-committee. They also received updates on local seniors programs and events.

• Presentation on North Simcoe Muskoka Specialized Geriatric Services Program by Sandra Easson-Bruno
• Discussion of town hall format: virtual, hybrid, or in-person, accessible by City transit
• Proposal to set up tables at three June events instead of a separate town hall
• Update: 55 Plus Centres open with programming; Gilbert Centre returning to in-person indoor programming
• Discussion of Order of the Spirit Catcher Award senior's category and liaison with Barrie Ontario Health Team Seniors Sub-Committee

The committee received a presentation on older adults and health care services in the Barrie area, covering frailty projections and local resources. Members discussed hosting tables at three June events instead of a separate town hall, and agreed to form a sub-committee to coordinate attendance. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• Formed sub-committee to coordinate attendance at three June events (discussed, no vote recorded)
• Discussed possible venues for town hall, including virtual, hybrid, or in-person options (no decision made)

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for Barrie's April 25, 2022 meeting, containing staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence for council's information. No decisions or votes are recorded; items are circulated for awareness only.

• Energy Management 2021 Year End Reporting staff memo from A. McMullin
• National Youth Week staff memo from S. Lee Young
• Seniors Advisory Committee agenda for April 25, 2022
• Finance and Corporate Services Committee agenda for April 26, 2022
• Town and Gown Committee agenda for April 27, 2022

The April 25, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only. It included staff memos on Energy Management 2021 Year End Reporting and National Youth Week, agendas for upcoming committee meetings, and correspondence items. No substantive decisions were made.

General Committee

The General Committee is meeting to consider several recommendations, including the 2021 year-end budget report with Safe Restart funding allocations, the 2022 tax ratios and capping policies, and two heritage designations. The agenda also includes items on diversity in city committees, a seniors award, and a facility use agreement renewal for the Southshore Community Centre.

• 2021 Budget and Business Plan Year-End Report with Safe Restart funding allocations (e.g., $1,406,509 for municipal operations, $1,958,872 for transit)
• 2022 Tax Ratios and Capping Policies (e.g., commercial 1.433126, industrial 1.516328)
• Heritage designation for 125-127 Dunlop Street East and addition of 56 William Street to Municipal Heritage Register
• Southshore Community Centre Facility User Agreement renewal with Barrie Canoe and Kayak Club, Barrie Rowing Club, Rotary Club of Barrie, and Rotary Club of Barrie-Huronia
• Investigation of pedestrian and cyclist safety at Collier Street and Bayfield Street intersection

The General Committee recommended approval of the 2021 Budget and Business Plan Year-End Report, including allocations of Safe Restart funding and surplus distributions to reserves. It also recommended adoption of several other items, including heritage designations, tax ratios, and a facility use agreement renewal. A motion to investigate closing the Jonathan Court catwalk was lost.

• Recommended 2021 year-end budget report with Safe Restart funding allocations and reserve transfers
• Recommended adding 56 William Street to Municipal Heritage Register
• Recommended heritage designation for 125-127 Dunlop Street East
• Recommended 2022 tax ratios and capping policies
• Recommended renewal of Southshore Community Centre facility use agreement with clubs
• Recommended adding Kenyon, McPhee, Woolvett to Municipal Names Registry
• Recommended support for Private Member's Bill C-216 on drug-related convictions
• Motion to investigate closing Jonathan Court catwalk LOST

Communities in Bloom Committee

The Communities in Bloom Committee held a virtual meeting on April 21, 2022, to discuss environmental outreach and green infrastructure. The committee received information on the Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail, which was deferred to the next meeting, and reviewed the display of the 2022 Year of the Garden on the Southshore Community Centre digital sign. A presentation by Parks and Forestry Program Coordinator Stephanie Wideman covered Bee City initiatives, urban foodscapes, and native plant gardens. The committee also discussed the pros and cons of installing rooftop pollinator gardens on bus stops.

• Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail discussion deferred to next meeting
• 2022 Year of the Garden displayed on Southshore Community Centre digital sign
• Presentation on Bee City Barrie, Urban Foodscapes, and Native Plant Celebration Gardens
• Discussion on retrofitting bus stops with rooftop pollinator gardens

The Communities in Bloom Committee met virtually on April 21, 2022, and deferred the Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail item to the next meeting. The committee also received a presentation on Pollinate Barrie green space planting and discussed bus stop rooftop gardens, but no formal decisions were made.

• Deferred Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail item to next meeting
• Discussed Southshore Centre digital sign showing 2022 Year of the Garden
• Received presentation on Pollinate Barrie green space planting
• Discussed bus stop rooftop pollinator gardens

Arts Advisory Committee

The Arts Advisory Committee deferred the Culture Days item to the next meeting and received a presentation on Performing Arts Venues, including updates on the Performing Arts Centre RFP, Georgian Theatre, and Five Points Theatre. No formal decisions were made; discussions on funding and branding strategies will continue at the next meeting.

• Deferred Culture Days item to next meeting
• Received Performing Arts Centre update presentation
• Discussed action items for educating and promoting the Committee
• Agreed to continue Arts Awards discussions at next meeting

Circulation List

This circulation list for April 14, 2022, provides notice of upcoming committee meetings and various pieces of official correspondence. The document includes information regarding municipal election info sessions and proclamations.

• Arts Advisory Committee meeting agenda for April 19, 2022
• Communities in Bloom Committee meeting agenda for April 21, 2022
• Proclamation from Deputy Mayor B. Ward declaring April 2022 as 'Dig Safe Month'
• Media release regarding info sessions for prospective Municipal Election candidates
• Correspondence from Grey Highlands regarding HST rebate on new homes in Ontario

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee discussed updates on the Platform Wheelchair Swing Project at St. Vincent Street Park, a presentation on the Barrie Waterfront Strategic Plan, and sidewalk accessibility standards. Two items—National Access Awareness Week and the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan Update—were deferred to future meetings.

• Platform wheelchair swing installation at St. Vincent Street Park discussed
• Barrie Waterfront Strategic Plan presentation by IBI Group
• Committee comments on accessible parking, signage, pathway grading, and universal washrooms at waterfront
• Sidewalk accessibility discussion on new design standard without tool joints
• National Access Awareness Week deferred to future meeting

Heritage Barrie Committee

The Heritage Barrie Committee is reviewing and endorsing a roof replacement project for the designated Armoury Building at 36 Mulcaster Street, using Enviroshake material. The committee also discussed the Bradford Street Corridor environmental assessment, approved funding for the Allandale GO Station Art Project and the Town Crier, and added two properties to the Municipal Heritage Register.

• Endorsement of roof replacement at 36 Mulcaster Street with Enviroshake
• Approved $5,000 from Heritage Barrie budget for Allandale GO Station Art Project
• Approved $1,000 to Town Crier for heritage event participation
• Added 101 Cumberland Street and 11 Rodney Street to Municipal Heritage Register
• Discussed Bradford Street Corridor Class EA and heritage resources

The Heritage Barrie Committee recommended approval for the roof replacement of the Armoury Building at 36 Mulcaster Street using Enviroshake material, subject to City Building Committee adoption. It also approved $5,000 for the Allandale GO Station Art Project and $1,000 for the Town Crier, and recommended adding 101 Cumberland Street and 11 Rodney Street to the Municipal Heritage Register.

• Recommended consent for Armoury Building roof replacement with Enviroshake (36 Mulcaster St.)
• Approved $5,000 expenditure for Allandale GO Station Art Project
• Approved $1,000 expenditure for Town Crier participation
• Recommended adding 101 Cumberland St. and 11 Rodney St. to Municipal Heritage Register
• Agreed to review Municipal Heritage Register list for potential designations
• Selected Deb Exel and Craig Froese to coordinate utility box wrap images

City Building Committee

The City Building Committee (inactive) met on April 12, 2022, to receive presentations and reports, and to recommend several items for adoption. Key recommendations include designating 125-127 Dunlop Street East as a heritage property, adding 56 William Street to the Municipal Heritage Register, and funding promotional materials for the Bike the Night event. The committee also received updates on the Business and Employer Data Survey and the 2022 Arterial Optimization Program.

• Recommendation to designate 125-127 Dunlop Street East under the Ontario Heritage Act
• Recommendation to add 56 William Street to the Municipal Heritage Register
• Recommendation to fund Bike the Night promotional materials with $2,000 from Councillor Aylwin's expense budget
• Presentation on the 2022 Arterial Optimization Program, including Centracs rollout and CCTV traffic monitoring
• Presentation and memo on the 2021 Business and Employer Data Survey

The City Building Committee met on April 12, 2022, and received several reports and presentations, including the Business and Employer Data Survey and the 2022 Arterial Optimization Program. The committee recommended that 125-127 Dunlop Street East be designated as a heritage property under the Ontario Heritage Act, that 56 William Street be added to the Municipal Heritage Register, and that $2,000 be allocated for Bike the Night promotional materials. These recommendations will be considered by the General Committee on April 25, 2022.

• Recommended heritage designation for 125-127 Dunlop Street East (forwarded to General Committee)
• Recommended adding 56 William Street to Municipal Heritage Register (forwarded to General Committee)
• Recommended $2,000 for Bike the Night promotional materials from Councillor Aylwin's budget (forwarded to General Committee)

Planning Committee

The committee reviewed multiple zoning by-law amendments for residential developments in Wards 6, 9, and 10. The meeting included discussions on rezoning lands for apartments, townhouses, and a subdivision plan.

• Official Plan and Zoning Amendment for 521 Huronia Road to change industrial/environmental lands to residential
• Zoning Amendment for 189 Summerset Drive to permit a 6-storey apartment building and townhouses
• Public meeting for a Draft Plan of Subdivision at 969, 979, and 989 Mapleview Drive East
• Zoning Amendment for 947 Mapleview Drive East to permit a 6-storey mixed-use building with 96 units
• Delegation of authority to the Director of Development Services to remove holding symbols

The Planning Committee recommended approval of an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 521 Huronia Road, allowing residential development with special provisions, and a Zoning By-law Amendment for 189 Summerset Drive, permitting a 6-storey apartment building and townhouses. Both matters were forwarded to City Council for adoption on May 2, 2022. The committee also recommended delegating approval authority for holding symbol removals to the Director of Development Services. Two public meetings were held for applications at 969-989 and 947 Mapleview Drive East, with no verbal or written comments received.

• Approved Official Plan Amendment for 521 Huronia Road from 'General Industrial' and 'Environmental Protection' to 'Residential' and 'Environmental Protection' (recommended to Council)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 521 Huronia Road to RM2 with special provisions including reduced parking, increased density, and height (recommended to Council)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 189 Summerset Drive to RM2 with special provisions including 6-storey apartment and townhouses (recommended to Council)
• Approved delegation of approval authority for holding symbol removal to Director of Development Services (recommended to Council)
• Held public meetings for 969-989 Mapleview Drive East and 947 Mapleview Drive East; no comments received

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee is discussing and recommending adoption of amendments to its Terms of Reference, replacing its mandate and objectives. The committee also discussed its mandate and agreed with proposed changes at this meeting.

• Amendment to Seniors Advisory Committee Terms of Reference and Schedule 'B' of By-law 2019-100
• New mandate: advise City Council and staff on all matters relating to seniors impacting municipal matters
• New objectives include making Barrie more senior-friendly in housing, transportation, communications, and civic participation
• Annual workplan and City-supported Town Hall required
• Annual report on accomplishments required

The Seniors Advisory Committee agreed to changes to its mandate and objectives, recommending adoption of an amended Terms of Reference. The recommendation will be considered by the Finance and Corporate Services Committee on April 26, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Agreed to changes to committee mandate and objectives (unanimous)
• Recommended amended Terms of Reference and Schedule 'B' of By-law 2019-100 for adoption

General Committee

The General Committee is reviewing a request to support the Downtown Business Improvement Area's application for a Community Revitalization Fund. The proposal includes earmarking City funds from the Reinvestment Reserve to match a $35,135 commitment for permanent road closure infrastructure.

• Proposed $35,135 matching fund from Reinvestment Reserve for Downtown BIA
• Infrastructure assessment for permanent road closure for Open Air Dunlop Programming
• Direction for the Negotiating Committee to continue CUPE 238 to negotiations

The General Committee recommended supporting the Downtown BIA's Community Revitalization Fund application for a permanent road closure to facilitate Open Air Dunlop programming, with the city earmarking $35,135 in matching funds from the Reinvestment Reserve, subject to technical assessment and further reporting. The committee also directed the Corporation's Negotiating Committee to continue CUPE 2380 contract negotiations within confidential parameters, and received confidential reports on CUPE negotiations and a staff position review. All recommendations were forwarded to City Council for adoption.

• Supported BIA's Community Revitalization Fund application for permanent road closure (22-G-071)
• Earmarked $35,135 matching funds from Reinvestment Reserve for BIA project (22-G-071)
• Directed staff to complete technical/operational assessment of road closure project (22-G-071)
• Directed Negotiating Committee to continue CUPE 2380 negotiations within confidential parameters (22-G-074)
• Received confidential report on 2022 CUPE negotiations (22-G-072)
• Received confidential report on staff performance review (22-G-073)
• Directed staff to undertake direction on staff position review (22-G-075)

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the City of Barrie, dated April 11, 2022, containing staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence for council's information. Items include updates on Easter programming, waste collection contract provisions, culture venue reopenings, a BIA funding request, and confidential legal and personnel matters. No decisions are made on this list; it is for circulation only.

• Staff memo on Easter Programming at City of Barrie Community Centres
• Staff memo on Waste Collection Contract - Provision for Future Waste Collection Services
• Staff memo on Highlights of Culture Venues and Sadlon Arena Re-openings
• BIA Funding Request: Canada Community Revitalization Fund
• Confidential memo on Litigation as of March 31, 2022

The April 11, 2022 Circulation List meeting contains only staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence items for information or discussion. No motions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

Barrie City Council is holding public meetings on two rezoning applications: one for commercial development at 315 and 323 Mapleview Drive West, and another for four residential buildings (400 units) at 505-533 Yonge Street. Council will also consider reports on a busking pilot program, a gate at Tyndale Park, and a resolution supporting federal funding for Lake Simcoe restoration.

• Public meeting for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment at 315 and 323 Mapleview Drive West (commercial, 5,789.6 sq m)
• Public meeting for Zoning By-law Amendment at 505, 511, 515 and 533 Yonge Street (400 residential units, 8-12 storeys)
• 2022 Busking Program Pilot and Emerging Artists/Musicians Program
• Investigation of automated gate at Tyndale Park
• Resolution supporting federal funding for Lake Simcoe Restoration Fund

City Council adopted the Planning Committee and General Committee reports, including a busking program pilot, a renters' committee, and a potential purchase of the Barrie Jail. A direct motion on leave of absence procedures for council members was withdrawn. Four by-laws were passed unanimously, including street naming and zoning amendments.

• Adopted Planning Committee Report (22-A-040) including OPA and zoning amendments for 315/323 Mapleview Dr W and 505-533 Yonge St
• Adopted General Committee Report Section A (22-A-041) including 2022 Busking Program Pilot and Emerging Artists/Musicians Program
• Adopted General Committee Report Section B (22-A-041) including establishing a Renters' Committee
• Adopted General Committee Report Section C (22-A-041) including potential purchase of Barrie Jail
• Adopted General Committee Report Section A (22-A-042) including Community Revitalization Fund support for Downtown BIA
• Adopted General Committee Report Section D (22-A-042) regarding confidential CUPE negotiations
• Adopted General Committee Report Section E (22-A-042) regarding confidential staff position review
• Passed By-law 2022-026 naming Lakeshore Drive, By-law 2022-027 zoning amendment for 620 Lockhart Rd, By-law 2022-028 part lot control for 829 Essa Rd, By-law 2022-029 parking restrictions on Tomlin Court (all unanimous)

Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee is discussing several items, including promotional materials for the Bike the Night event, updates on the Cycle Barrie Plan, and a presentation on creating native pollinator habitats. The committee also received updates on Crompton Park and deferred discussion on event insurance to a later meeting.

• Bike the Night: proposed $2,000 budget for promotional materials funded by Councillor Aylwin's expense budget
• Cycle Barrie Plan: public feedback on connectivity, Duckworth Street interchange safety, St. Vincent Street connection, bicycle parking
• Pollinate Barrie: presentation on native pollinator habitats, climate action, and by-law education
• Crompton Park: update on winter maintenance, planting with Living Green Barrie, and discussions with Nature Barrie

International Relations Committee

The International Relations Committee discussed updates on various global partnerships and approved several expenditures. These include funding for the Global Perspectives program, hosting a German delegation, and travel costs for visiting partner cities.

• Approved up to $2,000.00 for the Global Perspectives youth program
• Approved up to $14,000.00 for hosting seven delegates from Zweibrücken, Germany in September 2022
• Approved up to $1,500.00 for travel costs to visit Arras, France and Harrogate, United Kingdom
• Update on plans to host a citizens group from Murayama, Japan in 2023
• Update on the Sir Robert Barrie Project regarding framing for the HMCS Barrie ship ensign

The International Relations Committee approved several expenditures from its budget, including up to $14,000 for hosting seven official delegates from Zweibrücken, Germany in September 2022, up to $2,000 for the Global Perspectives program, and up to $1,500 for travel costs for Mark and Patti Sachkiw to visit partner cities. The committee also appointed Ciaran Byles-Ho to fill a Youth Ambassador Sub-Committee vacancy. All decisions were approved without recorded opposition.

• Approved up to $14,000 for hosting seven official delegates from Zweibrücken, Germany (unanimous)
• Approved up to $2,000 for the Global Perspectives program (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1,500 for Mark and Patti Sachkiw's travel to Arras, France and Harrogate, UK (unanimous)
• Appointed Ciaran Byles-Ho to the Youth Ambassador Sub-Committee vacancy (unanimous)

Circulation List

This is the circulation list for the City of Barrie's April 4, 2022 meeting, containing staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence for council's information. Items include the 2022 Arts and Culture Investment Program results, a report back on Market Precinct Task Force recommendations, and the 2021 Landfill Annual Stormwater Management Facility Report. No decisions are recorded on this list.

• 2022 Arts and Culture Investment Program results and 2021 program impacts
• Report back on Market Precinct Task Force recommendations
• 2021 Landfill Annual Stormwater Management Facility Report
• Proclamations: Parkinson's Awareness Month (April 2022) and World Autism Awareness Day (April 2, 2022)
• Resolution request from City of Cambridge for moratorium on new gravel applications

The April 4, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions, approvals, or votes recorded. The agenda included staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence items, but no actions were taken.

General Committee

The committee reviewed several proposals including a pilot busking program and an automated gate for Tyndale Park. Members also discussed federal support for Lake Simcoe restoration and the potential purchase of the Barrie Jail.

• Authorization of Memorandum of Understanding with Canadian Musicians Cooperative, Inc.
• Proposed one-year pilot busking program in downtown Barrie
• Investigation into automated gate costs for Tyndale Park
• Resolution supporting federal funding for a Lake Simsci Restoration Fund
• Endorsement of the Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act

The General Committee recommended several items to City Council, including a busking pilot program and emerging musicians program, a resolution supporting federal funding for Lake Simcoe restoration, and endorsement of the Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act. Motions to establish a Renters' Committee and to investigate purchasing the Barrie Jail for affordable housing were both lost. The committee also directed staff to investigate an automated gate at Tyndale Park.

• Recommended approval of busking pilot and emerging musicians program (Section A)
• Recommended approval of Lake Simcoe restoration funding resolution (Section A)
• Recommended endorsement of Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act (Section A)
• Directed staff to investigate automated gate at Tyndale Park (Section A)
• Motion to establish Renters' Committee lost (Section B)
• Motion to investigate Barrie Jail purchase for affordable housing lost (Section C)

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee is reviewing several recommendations, including encouraging diversity on city committees, reviewing boarding/lodging/rooming house regulations, participating in the 'It Starts with Me' initiative, and establishing a senior/caregiver of the year award. The committee also received reports from advisory committees. One item, the review of BLR house regulations, was lost.

• Recommendation to revise discretionary committee application procedures to encourage diversity (22-G-078)
• Review of Boarding, Lodging, Rooming (BLR) house regulations and compliance (TMP-28839) - lost
• Investigation of participation in the 'It Starts with Me' initiative (22-G-079)
• Establishment of a senior/caregiver of the year award as part of the Spirit Catcher Award (22-G-080)
• Received reports from Seniors Advisory, International Relations, and Town and Gown committees

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee recommended that staff revise discretionary committee application procedures to encourage diversity, and recommended investigating participation in the 'It Starts with Me' initiative. A motion to review Boarding, Lodging, Rooming (BLR) house regulations was lost. The committee also referred a proposal for a Senior/Caregiver of the Year award to the Spirit Catcher Committee.

• Recommended revising committee application procedures to encourage diversity (for General Committee)
• Recommended investigating participation in 'It Starts with Me' initiative (for General Committee)
• Lost motion to review BLR house regulations
• Referred Senior/Caregiver of the Year award proposal to Spirit Catcher Committee

Investment Board

The Barrie Investment Board is meeting to receive the 2021 Investment Management Annual Report and to adopt an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) integration framework. The board will also discuss the current market environment and capital market outlook, including risks like inflation, rising interest rates, and the conflict in Ukraine.

• Adoption of ESG integration framework (Appendix B)
• Addition of ESG statement to Investment Policy Statement Section 4.1
• Discussion of current market environment risks
• Capital market outlook discussion

The Investment Board received the 2021 Investment Management Annual Report and adopted an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) integration framework, adding a statement to the Investment Policy Statement. The recommendations were forwarded to the Finance and Corporate Services Committee for consideration. The board also discussed current market risks and agreed to continue managing investments under the existing policy framework.

• Received 2021 Investment Management Annual Report for information
• Adopted ESG integration framework (Appendix B)
• Added ESG statement to Investment Policy Statement Section 4.1
• Recommended Section A items to Finance and Corporate Services Committee

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee held public meetings to review two major development applications. The first involves rezoning vacant land for a new retail and restaurant complex, while the second proposes four apartment buildings with 400 units.

• Proposed commercial development at 315 and 323 Mapleview Drive West including a supermarket and restaurant
• Proposed residential development at 505, 511, 515 and 533 Yonge Street featuring four buildings up to 12 storeys
• Rezoning of 2.45 hectares at Mapleview Drive West from Light Industrial to permit commercial uses
• Creation of 400 residential units and 1,076 square metres of commercial space at the Yonge Street site

The Planning Committee held public meetings for two development applications but made no decisions, recommending both to City Council for consideration of receipt on April 11, 2022. The first application (22-P-012) seeks an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 315 and 323 Mapleview Drive West; the second (22-P-013) seeks a Zoning By-law Amendment for 505, 511, 515, and 533 Yonge Street. Staff noted that technical reviews are ongoing, and no verbal comments were received for the Mapleview application, while one verbal comment was made regarding the Yonge Street application.

• Recommended 22-P-012 (Mapleview Dr W) to Council for receipt
• Recommended 22-P-013 (Yonge St) to Council for receipt
• No decisions made on applications; technical review ongoing

City Council

City Council approved the construction of professional-grade pickleball courts at Painswick Park, including the removal of a soccer field. The meeting also addressed several zoning changes for residential and mixed-use developments and authorized a health program agreement with Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre.

• Approval of 8 new pickleball courts at Painswick Park using $1,260,000 from the park rehabilitation budget
• Zoning amendment for 620 Lockhart Road to change land use from Agriculture to Residential and Mixed Use
• Public meeting for a draft plan of subdivision at 750 Mapleview Drive East for 81 townhouse units
• Approval of $25,000 for temporary public art installations and $10,000 for permanent art maintenance
• Agreement with Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre to use Allandale Recreation Centre for $600 per month

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee discussed updating its mandate, planning Town Halls for June and October, and creating a seniors award. It also received updates from community organizations on programs and services. A recommendation to establish a seniors award as part of the Annual Spirit Catcher Award was recommended for adoption.

• Discussion on updating committee mandate and adding annual work plan
• Town Halls planned for June and October to align with Seniors Month and National Seniors Day
• Recommendation to create a seniors award as part of the Annual Spirit Catcher Award
• CNIB open house in June at 90 Collier Street
• 55 Plus Centres at Allendale Recreation Centre and Parkview Centre open

The Seniors Advisory Committee discussed updates to its mandate and terms of reference, including adding an annual work plan and a City-supported Town Hall. The committee recommended that staff establish an award recognizing seniors as part of the Annual Spirit Catcher Award, to be considered by the Finance and Corporate Services Committee. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations or discussions.

• Recommended establishing a senior recognition award as part of the Annual Spirit Catcher Award (unanimous)
• Discussed changes to mandate and terms of reference, including annual work plan and Town Hall
• Discussed holding Town Halls in June and October to align with Seniors Month and National Seniors Day
• Requested staff bring potential dates, times, and locations for June Town Hall to next meeting
• Discussed creating a survey of 10-15 questions for Town Hall feedback

Circulation List

This is the circulation list for the March 28, 2022 Barrie meeting, containing staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence for council's information. Items include marina parking, a paid parking deferral, an all-way stop investigation, 2021 council remuneration, circular economy programs, and a confidential YMCA land disposition matter. No votes or decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• Staff memo on Marina Parking from Director of Transit and Parking B. Forsyth
• Staff memo on Evening Paid Parking Investigation Deferral
• All-Way Stop Investigation at Golden Meadow Road and River Ridge Road
• 2021 Council Remuneration and Expenses report
• Confidential potential land disposition matter - YMCA

General Committee

The General Committee is considering a confidential staff report and recommendations regarding a Side Letter associated with the Amended and Restated Unanimous Shareholders Agreement for Alectra Inc. The recommendations include approving the Side Letter and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute it. Councillor M. McCann declared a potential pecuniary interest. The item is recommended for adoption.

• Confidential staff report CCS001-22 on Alectra Inc. side letter
• Approval of Side Letter to Amended and Restated Unanimous Shareholders Agreement dated January 1, 2019
• Authorization for Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Side Letter
• Councillor M. McCann declared potential pecuniary interest

The General Committee received and recommended approval of a confidential staff report and side letter related to the amended and restated Unanimous Shareholders Agreement for Alectra Inc. The committee authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to approve non-material revisions and execute the side letter. Councillor McCann declared a pecuniary interest and did not participate. The matter was recommended to City Council for adoption at its March 28, 2022 meeting.

• Received confidential staff report CCS001-22 on Alectra side letter
• Approved side letter to Amended and Restated Unanimous Shareholders Agreement for Alectra Inc.
• Authorized Mayor and City Clerk to approve non-material revisions to side letter
• Authorized Mayor and City Clerk to execute and deliver side letter
• Recommended matter to City Council for adoption

Town and Gown Committee

The Town and Gown Committee discussed three deferred motions: encouraging diversity on city committees, reviewing boarding/lodging/rooming house regulations, and joining the 'It Starts With Me' anti-racism initiative. The diversity and anti-racism items were recommended for adoption, while the housing regulation review motion was lost. The committee also received updates on Georgian College student housing challenges and city traffic, zoning, and fire safety matters.

• Recommended adoption: revise discretionary committee application procedures to encourage diversity, in consultation with Anti-Racism Task Force
• Lost: review of Boarding, Lodging, Rooming (BLR) house regulations to increase zoning/licensing compliance
• Recommended adoption: investigate Barrie's participation in 'It Starts With Me' anti-racism initiative
• Georgian College housing market analysis for Barrie, Orillia, Owen Sound, Orangeville campuses
• Radar message boards on Grove Street and Cook Street; speed cushions, bike lanes on Johnson Street planned

The Town and Gown Committee recommended three motions for adoption by the Finance and Corporate Services Committee: revising discretionary committee application procedures to encourage diversity, reviewing boarding/lodging/rooming house regulations to increase compliance, and investigating participation in the 'It Starts With Me' initiative. The committee also received updates on Georgian College housing demand and COVID protocols, as well as city traffic, zoning, and fire safety activities.

• Recommended revising discretionary committee application procedures to encourage diversity (for adoption 4/4/2022)
• Recommended reviewing boarding, lodging, rooming house regulations to increase compliance (for adoption 4/4/2022)
• Recommended investigating participation in 'It Starts With Me' initiative (for adoption 4/4/2022)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda is for the Committee of Adjustment meeting on March 23, 2022. It contains only the agenda and minutes item, with no specific applications or decisions listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive items detailed.

• Agenda and minutes for March 23, 2022 meeting

The Committee of Adjustment met on March 23, 2022, and considered six applications for minor variances or consents. The minutes list the applications but do not include the outcomes or any decisions made.

• Heard application A4-22 for 129 Ferris Lane
• Heard application A6-22 for 52 Dundonald Street
• Heard application B1-22 for 59 Bayview Drive
• Heard application B2-22 for 430 Essa Road
• Heard application B3-22 for 440 Essa Road
• Heard application B6-22 for 56 Ottaway Avenue

General Committee

The Barrie General Committee is meeting to consider several recommendations, including building professional-grade pickleball courts at Painswick Park, endorsing the Community Energy and Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Plan, and updating the waterfront parking permit system. The agenda also includes reports from the Finance and City Building committees, a public art budget allocation, and a proposal to establish a youth council.

• Approve up to $25,000 for temporary public art installations and $10,000 for maintenance from the Public Art Reserve
• Construct eight pickleball courts with lighting at Painswick Park, using $1,260,000 from project EN1182
• Increase 2022 capital budgets by $798,300 for eight facilities projects, funded from Tax Capital Reserve
• Authorize agreement with Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre for cardiovascular rehab at Allandale Recreation Centre for $600/month
• Adopt digital waterfront parking permits via HotSpot app, eliminating $20 fee for third and subsequent permits

The General Committee recommended approval of several items for City Council, including up to $25,000 for temporary public art installations and $10,000 for art maintenance, funded from the Public Art Reserve. It also recommended approving a concept for eight pickleball courts at Painswick Park with a $1.26M budget transfer, and endorsed the Community Energy and Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Plan in principle. A motion to grant $158,263 to Cornerstone for a women's addiction facility was lost.

• Approved up to $25,000 for temporary public art installations and $10,000 for art maintenance from Public Art Reserve (recommended to Council)
• Approved Painswick Park pickleball concept with 8 courts, lighting, and park changes; authorized design-build procurement (recommended to Council)
• Approved $798,300 increase for eight capital projects funded from Tax Capital Reserve, offset by decrease to City Hall Renovation Project (recommended to Council)
• Authorized agreement with Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre for cardiovascular rehab at Allandale Recreation Centre at $600/month (recommended to Council)
• Approved overnight parking restrictions on Tomlin Court, Dixon Court, and MacMillan Crescent from 9 p.m. to 9 a.m. daily (recommended to Council)
• Endorsed Community Energy and Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Plan in principle; directed staff to investigate banning gas-powered lawn equipment (recommended to Council)
• Approved digital waterfront parking permits via HotSpot app; existing hangtags expire Dec 31, 2023 (recommended to Council)
• Lost motion to grant $158,263 to Cornerstone for development charge fees for women's addiction facility

Circulation List

This document is a circulation list for the March 21, 2022 meeting. It contains staff memoranda regarding the Heart Barrie Landmark Sign and Family Day programs, as well as various pieces of incoming correspondence.

• Update on the Heart Barrie Landmark Sign memorandum
• Recap of Family Day Programs memorandum
• Media release regarding wayfinding signs in Barrie
• Presentation request from Kempenfest Chairman regarding perimeter fencing

The meeting was a circulation list with no substantive decisions. Items were received for information, including staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence. No votes or actions were taken.

Communities in Bloom Committee

The Communities in Bloom Committee met virtually to discuss several pollinator and garden-related initiatives, including wildflower plantings, partnerships with local groups, and recognition of 2022 as the Year of the Garden. All items were discussion items and received, with no formal decisions made. One item, the Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail, was deferred to a future meeting.

• Discussed Netherlands pollinator garden ideas: wildflowers along roadsides, medians, bus stop rooftops, and pollinator houses
• Councillor Kungl to meet with Rotary Club to assist with garden registration and promotion
• Potential partnerships with Public Arts Committee and Downtown BIA for Year of the Garden events
• Discussed 2022 Year of the Garden proclamation and National Day of the Garden on June 18
• Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail item deferred to future meeting

The Communities in Bloom Committee met virtually and discussed various ideas for pollinator gardens, including wildflowers along roadsides and bus stop rooftops, and potential partnerships with local groups. They also discussed the 2022 Year of the Garden proclamation and ways to recognize it, but no formal decisions were made. The Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail item was deferred to a future meeting.

• Deferred Barrie Adventure Recreation Trail item to future meeting
• Discussed pollinator garden ideas (no formal decision)
• Discussed potential partnerships with Rotary Club, Barrie Urban Gardeners, and Pollinate Barrie Group (no formal decision)
• Discussed Year of the Garden recognition ideas (no formal decision)

Arts Advisory Committee

The Arts Advisory Committee discussed committee action items and received updates on local cultural facilities. Staff provided information regarding construction delays at the Georgian Theatre and ongoing resource discussions for the Performing Arts Centre.

• Update on Georgian Theatre construction delays and facility use
• Update on Performing Arts Centre resourcing and consultant RFP
• Discussion of Performing Arts Awards Ceremony venue and categories
• Review of committee action items including Culture Days support

The Arts Advisory Committee met virtually and received updates on the Georgian Theatre and Performing Arts Centre, noting construction delays and ongoing discussions. They discussed action items and ideas for the Performing Arts Awards but made no formal decisions or votes.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was informational and discussion-based

Circulation List

This circulation list contains staff memos regarding liquor sales license reviews for two businesses. It also includes mayoral proclamations and various city media releases.

• Liquor Sales Application Review - Mexican Bowl Inc. at 157 Essa Road
• Liquor Sales Licence Application Review - Green Mango Tree Thai Fusion at 75 Barrie View Drive, Unit 102
• Proclamation of 2022 as 'Year of the Garden'
• Proclamation of March 18, 2022 as 'Transit Operator Appreciation Day'

Heritage Barrie Committee

The Heritage Barrie Committee reviewed and discussed several heritage-related items, including a presentation on the Allandale Transit Mobility Hub, updates on walking tour guides and the communications strategy, and the approval of expenditures for the 2021 Heritage Barrie Awards and utility box wraps. The committee also recommended that 56 William Street be added to the Municipal Heritage Register and that 125-127 Dunlop Street East be designated as heritage.

• Approved up to $1,500 for 2021 Heritage Barrie Awards expenditures
• Approved up to $4,000 for two historic utility box wraps
• Recommended adding 56 William Street to the Municipal Heritage Register
• Recommended heritage designation for 125-127 Dunlop Street East
• Received presentation on Allandale Transit Mobility Hub design

The Heritage Barrie Committee recommended adding 56 William Street to the Municipal Heritage Register and designating 125-127 Dunlop Street East as heritage, both to be considered by the City Building Committee on April 12, 2022. The committee also approved spending up to $1,500 for the 2021 Heritage Barrie Awards and up to $4,000 for two utility box wraps. Other items were updates or discussions, including the Allandale Transit Mobility Hub and walking tour guides.

• Recommended adding 56 William Street to Municipal Heritage Register
• Recommended heritage designation for 125-127 Dunlop Street East
• Approved up to $1,500 for 2021 Heritage Barrie Awards
• Approved up to $4,000 for two utility box wraps
• Agreed to create list of properties for future heritage designation

City Building Committee

The City Building Committee is reviewing a recommendation to allocate up to $25,000 for temporary public art installations and up to $10,000 for maintenance of permanent works in 2022, funded from the Public Art Reserve. The recommendation also proposes increasing the Barrie Public Art Committee's citizen representatives to 10 and adding seven named individuals. The committee also received reports from Heritage Barrie, the Arts Advisory Committee, and the Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee.

• Up to $25,000 for temporary public art installations in 2022 from Public Art Reserve
• Up to $10,000 for maintenance of permanent public art works from Public Art Reserve
• Increase citizen representatives on Barrie Public Art Committee to 10
• Add Andrea Araujo, Sharon Bagot, Emily Emond, Jenn Guerin, Craig Handy, Sarah Jensen, Laura Kelly to committee
• Received reports from Heritage Barrie (Feb 9), Arts Advisory (Feb 15), Active Transportation and Sustainability (Mar 1)

Planning Committee

The committee reviewed a zoning amendment for 620 Lockhart Road, a draft plan of subdivision for 750 Mapleview Drive East, and a rezoning request for 157 Ardagh Road. Discussions included proposed residential densities and land use changes in Wards 6, 9, and 10.

• Approval of rezoning 620 Lockhart Road from Agriculture to various residential and open space designations
• Draft Plan of Subdivision for 750 Mapleview Drive East to permit 81 townhouse units
• Rezoning application for 157 Ardagh Road to create one semi-detached dwelling on two lots
• Public opposition noted regarding the 157 Ardagh Road proposal due to its location on an arterial road

The Planning Committee recommended approval of a zoning by-law amendment for 620 Lockhart Road, changing the designation from Agriculture to a mix of residential, mixed-use, and open space zones. The committee also held public meetings for a draft plan of subdivision at 750 Mapleview Drive East and a zoning amendment at 157 Ardagh Road, but took no decisions on those items, recommending them for receipt by City Council. One public comment opposed the Ardagh Road rezoning.

• Approved zoning by-law amendment for 620 Lockhart Road from AG to R5, RM3, NMU, OS (recommended to Council)
• Recommended no further public notification for 620 Lockhart Road per Planning Act s.34(17)
• Held public meeting for draft plan of subdivision at 750 Mapleview Drive East (no decision)
• Held public meeting for zoning by-law amendment at 157 Ardagh Road (no decision)

City Council

City Council approved several 2022 economic recovery initiatives, including patio program extensions and fee reductions. The council also increased funding for a professional-grade pickleball facility at the Barrie Community Sports Complex.

• Approved 2022 patio programs with 50% reduced application fees
• Increased funding for pickleball courts to $1,294,000
• Authorized a $110,000 contract for a new Resident Mobile App
• Added 72 Burton Avenue to the Municipal Heritage Register
• Approved the 2022 Wastewater Asset Management Plan

Circulation List

This circulation list for March 7, 2022, contains various staff memos and correspondence. Items include updates on the Waterfront Strategic Plan, building code amendments, and transit mobility hubs.

• Waterfront Strategic Plan Update
• Allandale Transit Mobility Hub and Downtown Mini Hub update
• Removal of Hold (H-139) at 410 Yonge Street and 343 Little Avenue
• Liquor Sales Licence Application Review for Amaya Indian Room at 19 Hart Drive
• Building Code Amendments update

International Relations Committee

The International Relations Committee discussed updates on its international partnerships, including a trip to Germany, a youth ambassadors project, and a website launch. It approved spending up to $9,000 for airfare for a delegation to Zweibrücken, Germany, and up to $750 for bookmarks. Other items were informational updates with no decisions.

• Approved up to $9,000 for airfare for six delegates to travel to Zweibrücken, Germany in May 2022 for the 25th anniversary of the twinning relationship
• Approved up to $750 for bookmarks depicting the City's international partners
• Discussed hosting a delegation from Zweibrücken, Germany in September 2022
• Discussed a presentation to City Council on March 7, 2022 about the Barrie International Partners Website
• Discussed a concept for an International Partners Community Connection, with a written proposal to come

The International Relations Committee approved two expenditures from its budget: up to $750 for bookmarks depicting the city's international partners, and up to $9,000 for airfare for a six-person delegation to travel to Zweibrücken, Germany in May 2022 for the 25th anniversary of the twinning relationship. The committee also received updates on various twinning programs and discussed a future community connection concept, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved up to $750 for bookmarks depicting international partners (budget #1026 660200)
• Approved up to $9,000 for airfare for six-person delegation to Zweibrücken, Germany (budget #1026 660200)

Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee met virtually on March 1, 2022, to discuss several initiatives. They received presentations on the Wayfinding Strategy and the 3-30-300 urban forest rule, and discussed updates on Bike the Night, the Circular Economy Waste Collection Calendar, and the Cycle Barrie Plan. The Crompton Park update was deferred to a future meeting.

• Presentation on Wayfinding Strategy with three phases to align with Council's Strategic Priorities
• Discussion of 3-30-300 rule for urban forest canopy (3 trees per home, 30% canopy, 300m to green space)
• Bike the Night event awaiting final approval by City Council; Barrie Public Library interested in promoting
• Living Green Earth Day Tree and Rain Barrel Sale on April 22-23, 2022 at Janice Laking Garden, 9 Churchill Drive
• Update on Cycle Barrie Plan public engagement

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee received presentations on the Wayfinding Strategy and the 3-30-300 urban forest rule, discussed the Circular Economy Waste Collection Calendar, and noted that the Bike the Night motion awaits final Council approval. No formal decisions were made; items were informational or deferred.

• Received Wayfinding Strategy presentation (no vote)
• Received 3-30-300 urban forest rule presentation (no vote)
• Discussed Circular Economy Waste Collection Calendar (no vote)
• Deferred Crompton Park update to future meeting
• Noted Bike the Night awaiting Council approval

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Committee discussed updating the Age-Friendly Plan and its own mandate. Members also reviewed presentations on volunteer platforms and received updates on local senior services and recreation program accessibility.

• Presentation on SnowAngels Canada volunteer platform
• Discussion regarding a motion to request an update to the Age-Friendly Plan
• Update on CAPR’s Senior’s Community Fund outreach
• Report on increased accessibility for City recreation programs
• Deferred presentation from Canadian Hearing Aid Society

The Seniors Advisory Committee received a presentation from SnowAngels Canada about its volunteer platform connecting older adults with helpers. The committee also discussed its mandate, a media plan, and the Age-Friendly Plan, including potential requests to Council for updates and re-establishment of a working group. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the Canadian Hearing Aid Society item was deferred.

• Deferred Canadian Hearing Aid Society item to a future meeting
• Discussed potential requests to Council to re-establish Age-Friendly Plan committee and update the plan
• Discussed changes to Committee's Terms of Reference objectives regarding senior-friendly community

Circulation List

This is a routine circulation list for the City of Barrie, containing staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence for information. No decisions are being made; items are being circulated for council's awareness.

• Staff memo on Community Improvement Plan Summary - 2nd Intake 2021
• Staff memo on Pingstreet, the City's mobile app
• Staff memo on Development Services Summary Report 2021
• Staff memo on Downtown and Urban Growth Centre Application Status Q4 2021 (Wards 1, 2, 8)
• Correspondence from Town of Aurora requesting dissolution of Ontario Land Tribunal

General Committee

The committee reviewed several reports regarding council compensation and committee updates. Discussions included approving 2022 patio programs with reduced fees and investigating the construction of professional-grade pickleball courts.

• Approval of 2022 patio programs with 50% reduced application fees
• Proposed $1,294,000 total budget for a 14-court pickleball facility at Barrie Community Sports Complex
• Authorization of a Resident Mobile App contract with an upset limit of $110,000 over five years
• Amendments to Council compensation including base rates and car allowances
• Addition of 72 Burton Avenue to the Municipal Heritage Register

The General Committee recommended approval of the 2022 Economic Recovery Programs, including patio programs with reduced fees and extended hours, an extended Business in the Parks pilot, and Open Air Dunlop with $60,000 in city funding. It also recommended adopting the Council Compensation Review Committee's report, which includes pay increases for the Mayor and Councillors effective November 15, 2022, and changes to benefits and expense policies. All recommendations are forwarded to City Council for final adoption on March 7, 2022.

• Recommended approval of 2022 patio programs with 50% fee reduction and extended hours (22-G-035)
• Recommended extending Business in the Parks pilot to Dec 31, 2022, adding 13 parks (22-G-035)
• Recommended $60,000 for Open Air Dunlop road closures from Reinvestment Reserve (22-G-035)
• Recommended adopting Council Compensation Review Committee report with pay increases (22-G-041)
• Recommended adding 72 Burton Avenue to Municipal Heritage Register (22-G-032)
• Recommended approving 2022 Wastewater Asset Management Plan (22-G-031)
• Recommended awarding Resident Mobile App contract with $110,000 upset limit (22-G-039)
• Recommended referring pickleball court investigation back to staff for options on 8, 12, 14 courts (22-G-042)

Committee of Adjustment

This is the agenda for the Committee of Adjustment meeting on February 23, 2022. The only listed item is the agenda and minutes for that date, with no specific applications, hearings, or decisions detailed. The agenda provides no substantive items for discussion or action.

• No specific applications, rezonings, or variances are listed on the agenda.

The Committee of Adjustment met on February 23, 2022, and considered three applications: A1-22 (204 Mapleview Drive West), A46-21 (118 Peel Street), and B41-21 (241 & 251 King Street). The minutes list the agenda items and attachments but do not record any substantive decisions, approvals, denials, or motions. The meeting appears to have been procedural only, with no outcomes noted.

Circulation List

This circulation list provides updates on recent council decisions and upcoming committee meetings. It includes information regarding the approved Official Plan, stormwater funding changes, and recreation program memos.

• Approval of Barrie's new Official Plan for provincial review
• $300,000 in approved funding for recreation and spot grants
• Council approval of a new stormwater funding model
• Mayor Lehman proclamation of Heritage Week (Feb 21–27, 2022)
• Town and Gown Committee meeting scheduled for February 23, 2022

The February 17, 2022 Circulation List meeting in Barrie, ON, was held but the minutes contain no recorded decisions, approvals, or votes. The document only lists items for circulation, including a staff memo on recreation programs, a Town and Gown Committee agenda, and several correspondence items such as proclamations and media releases. No actions were taken by the body during this meeting.

• No decisions were recorded at this meeting
• Circulated staff memo on Recreation and Culture Services Spring and Summer Programs
• Circulated agenda for Town and Gown Committee meeting of February 23, 2022
• Circulated proclamation declaring February 21-27, 2022 as Heritage Week
• Circulated media release on stormwater funding model change
• Circulated media release on Barrie's new Official Plan approval
• Circulated media release on Cycle Barrie consultation
• Circulated media release on $300,000 recreation and spot grant funding

Arts Advisory Committee

The Barrie Arts Advisory Committee met virtually to receive updates and discuss several arts-related items. Staff provided updates on the 5 Points and Georgian Theatres, the Performing Arts Centre public consultation, and the Barrie Arts Awards. The committee also discussed its educational role and ways to engage with Council.

• Update on 5 Points Theatre and Georgian Theatre activities, including COVID-19 protocols and reopening interest
• Discussions continuing with Georgian College on Georgian Theatre agreement, with event anticipated for March 27, 2022
• Performing Arts Centre public consultation update following Council adoption of Task Force recommendations
• Barrie Arts Awards scheduled for November 2022, venue not yet secured; committee asked for ideas
• Discussion on educational role of the Arts Advisory Committee

The Arts Advisory Committee received updates on the 5 Points and Georgian Theatres, including ongoing discussions with Georgian College and scheduled improvements. Staff reported on the Performing Arts Centre public consultation next steps. The committee discussed ideas for the Barrie Arts Awards and its educational role, but made no formal decisions.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational and discussion-based

Circulation List

This is a circulation list for the City of Barrie's February 14, 2022 meeting, containing staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence for council's information. Items include a subdivision approval, a private tree by-law review, a housing affordability report, and various external resolutions. No decisions are recorded; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Staff memo on GG-9-Mile Residential Subdivision Phase 2 registration at 656, 573 and 577 Mapleview Drive East
• Staff memo on Private Tree By-law Review Public Meeting (All Wards)
• Staff memo on Report Back on Housing Affordability Task Force Recommendations
• Agenda for Arts Advisory Committee meeting on February 15, 2022
• Correspondence on Community Energy and Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan public feedback

The February 14, 2022 Circulation List meeting in Barrie, ON, was held but the minutes contain no recorded decisions, votes, or actions. The document lists staff memos, a committee agenda, and correspondence items for circulation, all marked as 'Not available' for action details. No substantive outcomes are documented.

City Council

Barrie City Council is holding public meetings on zoning amendments for a gas station at 571 Huronia Road and for two residential subdivisions at 460 and 560 Lockhart Road, which would add 585 single-detached homes. The council also approved tax adjustments, recognized heritage and shelter workers, and adopted a stormwater climate action fund.

• Zoning amendment for gas station, convenience store, drive-through restaurant, and car wash at 571 Huronia Road
• Draft plan of subdivision for 395 single-detached homes at 460 Lockhart Road
• Draft plan of subdivision for 190 single-detached homes at 560 Lockhart Road
• Approved tax applications totaling $15,521.88
• Adopted Stormwater Climate Action Fund with two new positions costing $110,660 and $85,000 annually

City Council adopted the proposed Official Plan and Municipal Comprehensive Review as amended, including changes to development height limits, phasing, and commercial zoning. The amendments allow up to 12 storeys in designated greenfield areas under certain conditions, restrict neighbourhood development to three storeys (four with zoning), and extend the commercial district on Bryne Drive. Council also approved tax applications totaling $15,521.88 and appointed Victoria Butler to the Downtown BIA Board.

• Adopted the minutes of the January 31, 2022 meeting as printed.
• Approved tax applications for cancellation, reduction, or addition in the amount of $15,521.88.
• Adopted the Planning Committee Report dated February 1, 2022, including zoning amendments for 571 Huronia Road, 460 Lockhart Road, and 560 Lockhart Road.
• Adopted the General Committee Report dated February 7, 2022, including the Stormwater Climate Action Fund, Transit Service Guidelines, and Recreation and Sport Community Grant Program guidelines.
• Adopted the Market Precinct Task Force motion as amended, including a goal to open to the public in 2024, a $100,000 budget for a contract position or consultant, and up to $25,000 for pop-up market days.
• Adopted the Planning Committee Report dated February 8, 2022, including the Official Plan and Municipal Comprehensive Review with amendments on height limits, phasing, and commercial zoning.
• Appointed Victoria Butler to the Downtown Barrie BIA Board of Management for the remainder of the term ending November 14, 2022.
• Passed By-law 2022-009 (zoning amendment for 407-419 Mapleview Drive West) and By-law 2022-010 (confirmation of proceedings).

Council Compensation Review Committee

The Council Compensation Review Committee met virtually to review and discuss draft recommendations on council compensation. They discussed salary calculations based on population, considered data from three additional comparable municipalities, and agreed to recommend increases to the base salary for the Mayor and Council members, using data from six comparator municipalities closest in size to Barrie. The committee also received information on past expenses for council member attendance at conferences and seminars.

• Review of draft recommendations on Council compensation
• Discussion of salary calculations based on population
• Data received from three additional comparable municipalities
• Agreement to recommend base salary increases for Mayor and Council
• Use of six comparator municipalities closest to Barrie's size for calculations

Heritage Barrie Committee

The Heritage Barrie Committee discussed several heritage initiatives but made only one formal decision: not to apply for the County of Simcoe's 2022 Tourism, Culture and Sport Grant. Other items were informational or for future discussion, including the Holly Community Centre renaming, walking tour guides, and the 2022 work plan.

• Decided not to apply for 2022 Tourism, Culture and Sport Grant

City Building Committee

The City Building Committee reviewed several advisory reports and approved the 2022 Wastewater Asset Management Plan. The meeting also included presentations on LDD moth management and a recommendation to amend the Barrie Arts Advisory Committee's mandate.

• Approval of the 2022 Wastewater Asset Management Plan
• Addition of 72 Burton Avenue to the Municipal Heritage Register
• Amendment of the Barrie Arts Advisory Committee mandate and objectives
• Endorsement of a 'Bike the Night' event for September 2022
• Investigation into sponsorship opportunities between BDAR and Heritage Barrie Committee

The City Building Committee recommended approval of the 2022 Wastewater Asset Management Plan, which outlines a 10-year capital renewal and growth investment strategy. It also recommended adding 72 Burton Avenue to the Municipal Heritage Register, amending the Barrie Arts Advisory Committee's mandate and objectives, directing staff to investigate sponsorship opportunities with BDAR, and endorsing a Bike the Night event for September 2022. These recommendations will be considered by the General Committee on February 28, 2022.

• Recommended approval of 2022 Wastewater Asset Management Plan
• Recommended adding 72 Burton Avenue to Municipal Heritage Register
• Recommended amending Barrie Arts Advisory Committee mandate and objectives
• Recommended investigating BDAR sponsorship for Heritage Barrie Awards
• Recommended endorsing Bike the Night event for September 2022

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is considering adoption of the proposed City of Barrie Official Plan 2051, which includes a requirement that 15% of new housing units be affordable. The committee will also hold a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment for 28 townhouse units at 189-197 Duckworth Street. Several amendments to the Official Plan were moved, with one carried and one lost.

• Official Plan 2051 adoption with 15% affordable housing requirement for new units
• Amendment to absorb Phase 3 East into Phase 2 East and rename Phase 4 East as Phase 3 East (carried)
• Amendment to delete collector/arterial street restriction in Section 2.6.1.3 (lost)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 28 townhouse units at 189-197 Duckworth Street (public meeting)
• Councillor S. Morales declared pecuniary interests and did not participate in related items

The Planning Committee recommended that City Council adopt the proposed City of Barrie Official Plan 2051, including a municipal comprehensive review and an amendment requiring 15% affordable housing in new medium- and high-density developments. The committee also held a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment for 189-197 Duckworth Street but took no decision, recommending only that Council receive the public input. No votes were recorded; all items were forwarded to Council for consideration on February 14, 2022.

• Recommended adoption of Official Plan 2051 with 15% affordable housing requirement (Section A)
• Recommended approval of Official Plan 2051 and municipal comprehensive review (Section B)
• Recommended receipt of public input on Duckworth Street zoning amendment (Section C)

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for the City of Barrie dated February 7, 2022. It includes staff memos on the Cycle Barrie Infrastructure Program, a Stormwater Climate Action Fund request, and a liquor sales licence application review, plus agendas for upcoming committee meetings and several proclamations and media releases. No decisions are recorded; items are for information and circulation.

• Staff memo on Cycle Barrie Infrastructure Program - Notice of Public Information Centre No. 1
• Staff memo on Stormwater Climate Action Fund - request for additional information
• Liquor Sales Licence Application Review - KINJA, 17 Clapperton Street East
• Agendas for City Building Committee (Feb 8) and Heritage Barrie Committee (Feb 9)
• Proclamations: Black History Month (Feb 2022) and 'I Love Gymnastics' Week (Feb 12-18)

The February 7, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions made. The agenda included staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence items, all marked as 'Not available' for action. No votes or resolutions were recorded.

General Committee

The General Committee approved a proposal to create a Barrie Bayside Market Area by converting the Maple Avenue transit terminal into a year-round market. The plan includes hiring a consultant with a $100,000 budget to develop a business case and precinct plan, aiming for a 2024 opening.

• Approval of $100,000 budget for Market Precinct Task Force consultant
• Creation of Stormwater Climate Action Fund for infrastructure
• Approval of two new positions: Program Coordinator ($110,660) and Financial Billing Analyst ($85,000)
• $300,000 annual limit for Recreation and Sport Community Grant Program
• $25,000 allocation for Barrie Farmers' Market pop-up market days

The General Committee recommended endorsing the concept of a Barrie Bayside Market Area, converting the transit terminal on Maple Avenue into a year-round market and building a new 10,000 sq ft facility for the Farmers' Market. It also recommended hiring a consultant or contract position with a $100,000 budget to plan the conversion and construction. These recommendations will be considered by City Council on February 14, 2022.

• Endorsed in principle the Barrie Bayside Market Area concept (recommended to Council)
• Recommended hiring a consultant/contract position with $100,000 budget for market planning
• Recommended including capital costs for the market in 2023 capital budgets
• Recommended considering land acquisition near the market district
• Approved Stormwater Climate Action Fund implementation for 2023 (recommended to Council)
• Approved Transit Service Guidelines (recommended to Council)
• Approved 2022 Internal Audit Work Plan (recommended to Council)
• Approved Recreation and Sport Community Grant Program at $300,000 annually (recommended to Council)

Council Compensation Review Committee

The Council Compensation Review Committee met virtually to discuss draft recommendations on Council pay. They reviewed salary calculations based on population, agreed to seek more data from comparable municipalities, and decided the annual economic adjustment to Council salaries would match the Non-Union Employee Group increase. The committee also discussed conference budgets and agreed to keep board/committee honorariums as status quo.

• Reviewed draft recommendations on Council compensation
• Agreed to seek additional salary data from comparable municipalities
• Annual economic adjustment to match Non-Union Employee Group increase
• Will review last 5 years of conference/seminar expenses for budget increase
• Recommend honorariums for board/committee service remain status quo

The Council Compensation Review Committee met virtually and reviewed draft recommendations on council compensation, including salary calculations, annual economic adjustments, conference budgets, and honorariums. The committee agreed to recommend that the annual economic adjustment to council salaries match the Non-Union Employee Group increase, and that honorarium processes remain status quo. They also agreed to recommend including board/committee lists and honorarium details in the Candidate Information Package, plus outlining the Deputy Mayor interest process. The meeting lost quorum at 3:04 p.m., with remaining agenda items deferred to February 11, 2022.

• Agreed to recommend annual economic adjustment to council salaries match Non-Union Employee Group increase
• Agreed to recommend honorarium process for council members on boards/committees remain status quo
• Agreed to recommend including list of boards/committees and honorariums in Candidate Information Package
• Agreed to recommend Candidate Information Package outline Deputy Mayor interest process
• Agreed to seek additional salary data from comparable municipalities
• Agreed to review actual conference/seminar expenses from last 5 years for budget increase recommendation
• Meeting lost quorum at 3:04 p.m.; remaining agenda items deferred to February 11, 2022

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee held a public meeting to review three development applications in Ward 9. These include a proposed gas station, convenience store, and car wash at 571 Huronia Road, as well as two large-scale residential subdivision plans for Lockhart Road.

• Zoning amendment for 571 Huronia Road to permit a gas station, convenience store, drive-through restaurant, and car wash
• Proposed subdivision at 460 Lockhart Road for 395 single detached residential units
• Proposed subdivision at 560 Lockhart Road for 190 single detached residential units
• Rezoning of Lockhart Road lands from Agricultural to Neighbourhood Residential and Environmental Protection

The Planning Committee held three public meetings for zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision applications at 571 Huronia Road, 460 Lockhart Road, and 560 Lockhart Road. No verbal or written comments were received for any application. All three matters were recommended to City Council for consideration of receipt at its February 14, 2022 meeting. No final decisions were made by the committee.

• Recommended 571 Huronia Road zoning amendment to Council for receipt
• Recommended 460 Lockhart Road zoning amendment and subdivision to Council for receipt
• Recommended 560 Lockhart Road zoning amendment and subdivision to Council for receipt

International Relations Committee

The International Relations Committee received updates on various international partnerships, including potential exchanges with Murayama, Japan, Harrogate, UK, and a 25th anniversary celebration with Zweibrücken, Germany. The committee also discussed the Barrie International Partners website launch, youth ambassador programs, and the Sir Robert Barrie Project. All items were received as information; no formal decisions were made.

• Barrie International Partners website update with presentation planned for March 2022 City Council meeting
• Potential adult and youth exchange with Murayama, Japan in 2022
• Zweibrücken, Germany visit in May 2022 for 25th anniversary of twinning; Barrie delegation to visit in September 2022
• Potential Scouts, Aircadets, and rugby exchanges with Harrogate, England
• Sir Robert Barrie Day planned for June 7, 2022; flag banners to be installed in spring 2022

The International Relations Committee met virtually and received updates on various international partnerships, including a potential adult and youth exchange with Murayama, Japan, and plans for a delegation visit to Zweibrücken, Germany in May 2022. No formal decisions were made; the committee discussed feedback on youth ambassador bookmarks and noted an upcoming presentation to City Council in March 2022 regarding the Barrie International Partners website. The meeting was procedural, with no votes or approvals recorded.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting
• Discussed potential adult and youth exchange with Murayama, Japan in 2022
• Noted plans for Barrie delegation to visit Zweibrücken, Germany in May 2022 for 25th anniversary
• Discussed youth ambassador bookmark designs for further discussion at next meeting
• Noted Sir Robert Barrie Day to be discussed with Mayor's office for June 7, 2022

Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee reviewed several urban planning and environmental updates. Key discussions included a proposed five-kilometre cycling route, Bradford roadway cross-section alternatives, and management of gypsy moth populations.

• Endorsement of a 'Bike the Night' event for September 2022
• Update on Bradford roadway cross-section planning alternatives
• Discussion regarding yield sign usage in Old Painswick
• Update on Single Tree By-law public consultation and survey
• Plan for gypsy moth egg mass removal and tree banding

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee endorsed a Bike the Night event for September 2022, recommending it to the City Building Committee for adoption. Other items, including the Crompton Park update and circular economy/waste calendar discussions, were deferred to future meetings. No other formal decisions were made.

• Endorsed Bike the Night event for September 2022 (recommended to City Building Committee)
• Deferred Crompton Park update to a future meeting
• Deferred circular economy/waste collection calendar discussions to next meeting

Circulation List

This circulation list contains staff memoranda regarding various city updates and upcoming committee agendas. Items include a zoning by-law amendment for Mapleview Drive West and a public meeting for the St. Vincent Park playground project.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 407, 411, 413, 417 and 419 Mapleview Drive West
• St. Vincent Park Playground Revitalization Project public meeting
• Road closure for McKay Road West and Veterans Drive
• Liquor Sales Licence Application Review for Rim Thanon Thai Kitchen at 221 Cundles Road East
• Service Barrie Phasing Update

The Jan 31, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions recorded. It included staff memos on Service Barrie phasing, St. Vincent Park playground, a liquor licence application, a road closure, and a zoning by-law amendment, plus committee agendas and correspondence. No votes or actions were taken.

City Council

Barrie City Council approved a zoning by-law amendment for 407-419 Mapleview Drive West, changing the land from R1 to RM2 without special provisions, with a holding provision until site plan approval. Council also received reports on the new Official Plan, confidential property matters, and a request to the province for community reintegration officers.

• Approved RM2 zoning for 407-419 Mapleview Drive West (Ward 7), removing special provisions and adding a holding provision until site plan approval
• Received presentation on Barrie's new Official Plan update 'One City, One Vision, One Plan'
• Adopted motion supporting BANAC's Indigenous Health Centre and exploring city-owned lands
• Declared property surplus to negotiate sale with YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka, including potential warming centre space
• Requested province allocate community reintegration officers to Central North Correctional Centre

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment for 407-419 Mapleview Drive West, rezoning the lands to Residential Multiple Dwelling Second Density (RM2) without special provisions, and requiring a revised site plan. The motion passed 8-3 after hearing resident and applicant deputations. Council also adopted recommendations from the Housing Affordability Task Force, approved a letter to the province urging community reintegration officers for Central North Correctional Centre, and passed two zoning by-laws for other properties.

• Approved RM2 zoning for 407-419 Mapleview Drive West without special provisions (8-3)
• Adopted Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations (11-0)
• Approved letter to province requesting community reintegration officers for Central North Correctional Centre (carried)
• Approved Performing Arts Centre Task Force recommendations (11-0)
• Passed By-law 2022-006 amending zoning for 112/136 Bayfield St, 14 Sophia St W, 113/115 Maple Ave (carried)
• Passed By-law 2022-007 amending zoning for 217 Dunlop St E (carried by two-thirds vote)
• Adopted minutes of January 17, 2022 meeting
• Approved YMCA disposition with amendment to connect library and YMCA safely

Town and Gown Committee

The Town and Gown Committee met virtually to receive updates on community anti-racism initiatives, Georgian College's return to campus, and city services including police, enforcement, and zoning. No formal decisions were made; all items were discussion only.

• Anti-Racism Task Force update: logo chosen, website branding planned, Black History Month online series Feb 22, 2022 at 7 p.m.
• Georgian College: winter semester return to campus, parking currently complimentary, COVID-19 protocols still in place
• Barrie Police: meet and greet with international students, live stream Feb 8, 2022 downtown
• Enforcement Services: winter control, parking tickets in north end, four new Municipal Law Enforcement Officer postings
• Zoning: over 920 complaints citywide in 2021

The committee received informational updates only; no formal decisions were made. Updates covered the Anti-Racism Task Force's ongoing projects, Georgian College's COVID-19 protocols and complimentary parking, and city services including police outreach, winter control, and zoning complaints. The meeting adjourned without any motions or votes.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; all items were informational updates

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda is for the Barrie Committee of Adjustment meeting on January 26, 2022. It lists only the committee's agenda and minutes as a single item, with no specific applications, hearings, or decisions detailed. The agenda appears to be procedural, containing no substantive items for public discussion.

• Committee of Adjustment Agenda and Minutes for January 26, 2022

The Committee of Adjustment considered two applications on January 26, 2022. A67-21 (79 Collier Street) was deferred and not discussed. The committee approved A68-21 (310 Blue Forest Crescent) and A70-21 (66 Ottaway Avenue), though specific details of the variances were not included in the minutes.

• Approved A68-21 - 310 Blue Forest Crescent
• Approved A70-21 - 66 Ottaway Avenue
• Deferred A67-21 - 79 Collier Street

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee is recommending adoption of a Stormwater Climate Action Fund (SWCAF) to pay for stormwater infrastructure, with rates set in the 2023 budget. It also recommends approving Transit Service Guidelines, an internal audit work plan, and received several advisory committee reports.

• Stormwater Climate Action Fund to be implemented in 2023 with rates approved in 2023 budget
• Two new positions: Program Coordinator ($110,660/yr) and Financial Billing Analyst ($85,000/yr), starting May 1, 2022
• Adoption of Stormwater Climate Action Fund Program Policy and Credit Policy
• Transit Service Guidelines for conventional transit service delivery approved
• 2022 Internal Audit Work Plan approved

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee recommended implementing a Stormwater Climate Action Fund (SWCAF) in 2023, with rates set during the 2023 budget process, and adopting related policies. It also recommended approving Transit Service Guidelines for conventional transit. These recommendations will go to General Committee on February 7, 2022. The committee received several advisory committee reports and approved the 2022 Internal Audit Work Plan.

• Recommended implementing Stormwater Climate Action Fund in 2023 with rates in 2023 budget
• Recommended adopting Stormwater Climate Action Fund Program and Credit Policies
• Recommended continuing software updates for SWCAF in 2022
• Recommended approving two new positions for SWCAF (Program Coordinator $110,660; Financial Billing Analyst $85,000)
• Recommended approving Transit Service Guidelines for conventional transit
• Approved 2022 Internal Audit Work Plan
• Received 2021 4th Quarter Internal Audit Status Report as information
• Received 2021 Fraud and Wrongdoing Program Activity as information

General Committee

The General Committee discussed two main items: a request to the Province of Ontario for community reintegration officers at Central North Correctional Centre, and a presentation and recommendations from the Performing Arts Centre Task Force. The committee voted to send a letter to the Solicitor General urging dedicated officers, and voted 11-0 to support continued development of a performing arts centre in Downtown Barrie, including hiring a firm to review recommendations and procure an architectural firm for a concept plan.

• Motion 22-G-014: Letter to Solicitor General requesting community reintegration officers for Central North Correctional Centre (carried as amended)
• Motion 22-G-016: Support continued development of a Performing Arts Centre in Downtown Barrie (carried 11-0)
• Staff to engage a professional firm to review Performing Arts Task Force recommendations
• Procurement of architectural firm for concept plan and Class 'D' cost estimate under Capital Project FC1138

The General Committee recommended that City Council support the continued development of a Performing Arts Centre in downtown Barrie, based on the Performing Arts Centre Task Force's recommendations. It also recommended hiring a professional firm to review the task force's recommendations and, subsequently, procuring an architectural firm for a concept plan and Class 'D' cost estimate, funded from the 2022 and 2023 Capital Budget under Project FC1138. Additionally, the committee recommended sending a letter to the Solicitor General requesting community reintegration officers for the Central North Correctional Centre to improve transitions and reduce pressure on Barrie's sheltering system. These recommendations are for consideration by City Council on January 31, 2022.

• Recommended supporting continued development of a Performing Arts Centre in Downtown Barrie
• Recommended engaging a professional firm to review Performing Arts Centre Task Force recommendations
• Recommended procuring an architectural firm for concept plan and Class 'D' cost estimate, funded from 2022/2023 Capital Budget under Project FC1138
• Recommended sending letter to Solicitor General requesting community reintegration officers for Central North Correctional Centre

General Committee

The General Committee is considering several property matters, including confidential acquisitions and dispositions, and recommendations from the Housing Affordability Task Force. It also voted to support a new Indigenous Health Centre and to declare city property surplus for sale to the YMCA, with an amendment to explore connecting the library and YMCA.

• Confidential potential acquisition of property for Housing Affordability Task Force (22-G-008)
• Confidential potential disposition of property at Little Lake (22-G-009)
• Confidential potential disposition of property on Worsley Street (22-G-010)
• Support for BANAC Indigenous Health Centre, including possible use of city lands (22-G-012)
• Declared property surplus for sale to YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka, with warming centre and library connection considerations (22-G-013)

The General Committee recommended that City Council express support for the Barrie Area Native Advisory Council's proposed Indigenous Health Centre and authorize the Mayor to provide letters of support for grant applications. It also recommended that staff work with BANAC on options for using City-owned lands. The committee deferred the confidential Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations to a future meeting. All items are recommendations to City Council for consideration on January 31, 2022.

• Recommended support for BANAC Indigenous Health Centre and letters of support for grants
• Recommended staff work with BANAC on City-owned land options
• Deferred Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations to future General Committee
• Recommended declaring property surplus for YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka purchase negotiation
• Recommended staff negotiate purchase agreement with YMCA per confidential terms
• Recommended YMCA investigate incorporating a warming centre in the property

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to hear presentations from Georgian College and Home and Community Care about programs and services for seniors. The committee will also receive updates on local seniors' events and information, including the reopening of recreation centres.

• Presentation on Georgian College programs including senior discount, HomeShare, and Home Feast
• Presentation on Home and Community Care services and Ontario Health Teams
• Update on Parkview Centre and Allandale 55 Plus Centre reopening January 31, 2022
• Discussion of co-housing and Seniors Community Fund for seniors below poverty line

The Seniors Advisory Committee met virtually and received presentations from Georgian College and Home and Community Care Support Services. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with updates on programs and community initiatives.

• Received presentation from Georgian College on programs and services
• Received presentation from Home and Community Care on seniors' support
• Noted Parkview Centre and Allandale 55 Plus Centre reopening planned for January 31, 2022
• Discussed co-housing and Seniors Community Fund efforts
• Councillor Kungl to forward Affordable Housing Task Force report to committee

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for the City of Barrie, dated January 24, 2022. It includes staff memos, agendas for upcoming committee meetings, and correspondence items. No decisions or votes are recorded; the items are for information and circulation.

• Staff memo on Park Over Parking
• Staff memo on Hello Winter 2022
• Staff memo on New Year's Eve post-event update
• Committee agendas for Seniors Advisory, Finance and Corporate Services, Town and Gown Advisory, and Communities in Bloom
• Correspondence re: parking ticket cancellation for local restaurants, weather event declaration, mural workshop, and support for Muskoka Parry Sound Sexual Assault Services

The meeting was a circulation list of staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received as information.

Communities in Bloom Committee

The Communities in Bloom Committee met virtually to discuss updates on the 2021 program, which had 68 local participants, and to plan for 2022, including the Year of the Garden campaign marking the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association. The committee also discussed future communications with past participants, potential website updates, and the international program challenge registration.

• 2021 participation update: 68 local participants
• 2022 Year of the Garden campaign invitation to municipalities
• Discussion of International Challenge competitive categories and Circle of Excellence
• Agreement to meet within the next week for international program challenge suggestions

The Communities in Bloom Committee discussed the 2021 participation update (68 local participants) and the 2022 Year of the Garden campaign, which marks the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association. They agreed to hold a follow-up meeting within the next week to bring back suggestions for the international program challenge registration application. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and planning-focused.

• Agreed to hold a follow-up meeting within the next week to bring back suggestions for the international program challenge registration application

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee received a presentation on the final stages of Barrie's new Official Plan, 'One City, One Vision, One Plan', and considered a zoning by-law amendment for 407-419 Mapleview Drive East. The committee voted to approve the rezoning to Residential Multiple Dwelling Second Density (RM2) without special provisions, subject to a holding provision until site plan approval.

• Presentation on Barrie's New Official Plan update, including appendices on consultation, Growth Plan conformity, Land Needs Assessment, and Municipal Comprehensive Review
• Zoning by-law amendment for 407, 409, 413, 417, 419 Mapleview Drive East from R1 to RM2, approved without special provisions
• Holding provision placed on the zoning by-law until site plan approval
• Site plan approval to be brought to Council for approval
• Motion carried 8-3, with Mayor Lehman and Councillors Aylwin and Morales opposed

The Planning Committee recommended approval of a zoning by-law amendment to rezone 407-419 Mapleview Drive West to Residential Multiple Dwelling Second Density (RM2), with a holding provision until site plan approval. The recommendation will go to City Council on January 31, 2022. The vote was 8-3 in favor.

• Approved RM2 zoning for 407-419 Mapleview Drive West (8-3)
• Added holding provision until site plan approval
• Bumped site plan approval to Council
• No further public notification required per Planning Act

Arts Advisory Committee

The Barrie Arts Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several arts-related items, including the Barrie Arts Awards, the reopening of the Georgian Theatre, and an update on the Performing Arts Centre. The committee also reviewed its mandate and strategic priorities, agreeing no further mandate discussion was needed.

• Presentation on Barrie Arts Awards, including 2021/2022 event plan and seven award categories
• Discussion on reopening Georgian Theatre, including lease talks with Georgian College and COVID-19-related costs
• Update on Performing Arts Centre; task force to present to Council on January 24, 2022
• Review of committee's strategic priorities, including grants, arts awards, and communications

The Arts Advisory Committee received a presentation on the 2021/2022 Barrie Arts Awards and provided suggestions on timing, program creation, and category changes. The committee agreed to end discussion on its mandate and discussed strategic priorities. Updates were provided on the Georgian Theatre reopening and the Performing Arts Centre task force, which is expected to present to Council on January 24, 2022. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and advisory.

• Agreed to discontinue discussion on committee mandate
• Provided suggestions on Arts Awards timing and categories (no vote recorded)
• Discussed strategic priorities including grants, arts awards, PAC, education, budgeting, communications
• Received update on Georgian Theatre reopening (lease talks, maintenance, costs)
• Received update on Performing Arts Centre task force presentation to Council Jan 24, 2022

City Council

Barrie City Council met virtually on January 17, 2022, to consider several planning applications and deputations. The most consequential item was the approval of a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 466 residential units at 953 Mapleview Drive East, along with other rezoning applications for properties on Bayfield Street, Harvie Road, and Dunlop Street. Council also received deputations on housing affordability and the naming rights for Holly Community Centre.

• Approved zoning amendment for 112-136 Bayfield St, 14 Sophia St W, 113-115 Maple Ave (Rockap Holdings) to allow residential apartments with reduced setbacks and parking.
• Approved public meeting for 953 Mapleview Dr E: rezoning from Agricultural to residential and draft plan for 466 units (single detached, townhouses, medium density).
• Approved public meeting for 108, 116, 122 Harvie Rd: rezoning to allow 127 residential units (single detached, townhouses, apartment).
• Deputation on 217 Dunlop St zoning amendment (PBM Realty) supporting consistency with planning policies.
• Deputation on Holly Community Centre naming rights, with Councillor Harris abstaining due to conflict of interest.

City Council adopted the Housing Affordability Task Force report (22-G-007) as amended, directing staff to prepare a report on using City facilities beyond the transit terminal for warming, including the City Hall Rotunda, and considering hiring security trained in de-escalation. Council also approved the Holly Community Centre naming rights (22-G-006) and several zoning by-law amendments, including 217 Dunlop Street East. The interim tax levy by-law for 2022 was passed.

• Adopted Housing Affordability Task Force report with amendment to study warming centre options (carried)
• Approved Holly Community Centre naming rights (22-G-006) (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment at 217 Dunlop Street East (21-P-033) (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment at 112/136 Bayfield St, 14 Sophia St W, 113/115 Maple Ave (21-P-030) (carried)
• Approved zoning and subdivision applications at 953 Mapleview Dr E (21-P-031) and 108-122 Harvie Rd (21-P-032) (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment at 407-419 Mapleview Dr W (21-P-034) (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment at 405 Essa Rd (21-P-035) (carried)
• Passed 2022 Interim Property Tax By-law (2022-001) (carried unanimously)

Circulation List

This is the circulation list for the January 17, 2022 Barrie City Council meeting, containing staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence for information. Items include updates on Redwood Park Communities, a massing visualization for 217 Dunlop Street East, and Barrie's draft new Official Plan. No decisions are made on this list; it is for circulation only.

• Staff memo on Redwood Park Communities update
• Staff memo on 217 Dunlop Street East massing visualization
• Staff memo on Barrie's Draft New Official Plan and Municipal Comprehensive Review
• Correspondence on site plan revisions for 407-419 Mapleview Drive West
• Notice of Public Information Centre for Bradford Street Corridor Study

The meeting was a circulation list with no substantive decisions. It included staff memos, committee agendas, and correspondence items for information only. No votes or actions were taken.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is receiving updates on several accessibility initiatives, including the revitalization of East Bayfield Community Centre Park and St. Vincent Park, a downtown snow removal pilot project, and AODA compliance. The committee is also discussing accessibility awareness training and plans for National AccessAbility Week.

• East Bayfield Community Centre Park revitalization includes a wheelchair swing
• St. Vincent Park to be redesigned as fully accessible waterfront park; public info centre Feb 6, 2022
• Downtown snow removal pilot project for 2022/2023 winter season approved by Council
• AODA compliance report submitted to Province for City website
• Discussion of proclamation for 2022 National AccessAbility Week

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received updates on the East Bayfield Community Centre and St. Vincent Park playground revitalizations, including plans for a wheelchair swing and a fully accessible park. Staff also discussed downtown snow removal concerns and a pilot project for sidewalk clearing, and the committee discussed accessibility training and National AccessAbility Week. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• No formal decisions made; updates received on playground revitalizations
• Discussed downtown snow removal pilot project for 2022/2023 winter
• Discussed accessibility awareness training for Infrastructure staff
• Discussed 2022 National AccessAbility Week; proclamation suggested

Heritage Barrie Committee

The Committee reviewed the 2022 budget for heritage plaques, educational materials, and walking tour booklets. Members also discussed potential sponsorship from the Barrie District Association of Realtors and the schedule for the 2021 Heritage Barrie Awards.

• Investigation of sponsorship opportunities between BDAR and the Committee
• Installation of historic street signs at approximately 40 intersections throughout 2022
• Status update on heritage plaques, noting at least 15 properties still require them
• Virtual presentation of 2021 Heritage Barrie Awards scheduled for February 14, 2022
• Development of a new communications strategy plan

The Heritage Barrie Committee met virtually and recommended that staff investigate potential sponsorship opportunities with the Barrie and District Association of Realtors (BDAR) for future Heritage Barrie Awards or other initiatives. The committee also discussed budget items, a communications strategy, and updates on heritage plaques and street signs. No formal decisions were made; the recommendation will be considered by the City Building Committee on February 8, 2022.

• Recommended investigating BDAR sponsorship for future Heritage Barrie Awards (moved to City Building Committee)
• Deferred Bradford Street Properties Subcommittee update to next meeting
• Agreed to limit 2022 Heritage Week events to Heritage Barrie Awards due to COVID-19 restrictions
• Volunteered Deb Exel to update historical walking tour booklets
• Volunteered Shelley Marchant to prepare a communications strategy plan

International Relations Committee

The International Relations Committee met virtually and received updates on the Barrie International Partners website, the 2022 committee budget, and various twinning programs. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with plans for a presentation to City Council and ongoing coordination with Access Barrie staff.

• No formal decisions made; updates only
• Discussed providing a presentation to City Council on website launch
• Received 2022 budget update
• Noted COVID-19 border closures affecting Japan travel
• Reported 27 students enrolled in 2022 Global Perspectives program
• Plans for May 2022 delegation to Zweibrücken, Germany
• Cancelled 2022 plans with Arras, France due to COVID-19

Circulation List

This is a procedural circulation list for the City of Barrie, distributing items for information rather than decisions. It includes a staff memo about a public information centre for the Bradford Street Corridor Study, agendas for upcoming committee meetings, and correspondence, including a housing affordability task force report.

• Staff memo on Bradford Street Corridor Study - Notice of Public Information Centre No.1 (Wards 2 and 8)
• Agendas for International Relations Committee (Jan 11), Heritage Barrie (Jan 12), and Accessibility Advisory Committee (Jan 13) meetings
• Media release on city services impacted by Provincial Modified Step Two
• Correspondence from Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury regarding a motion against Quebec's Bill 21
• Housing Affordability Task Force Final Report to Council (to be discussed Jan 19)

The January 10, 2022 Circulation List meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions, approvals, or votes. It circulated a staff memo on the Bradford Street Corridor Study, agendas for upcoming committee meetings, and correspondence, including a media release on provincial COVID-19 measures and a housing affordability task force report.

General Committee

The General Committee is deciding on several items, including approving a revised Ice Allocation Policy, inviting the County of Simcoe to present, reviewing long-term care options, reinstating a parking ticket program for restaurant patrons, and acting on Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations. It also considered a naming rights agreement for the Holly Community Centre.

• Approve revised Ice Allocation Policy for 2022/2023 season (REC001-22)
• Invite County of Simcoe to present on services and funding; request work on permanent warming spaces
• Direct staff to review options for delivering Long Term Care facilities
• Reinstate program waiving parking tickets for residents supporting local restaurants during COVID-19 closures
• Approve 8-year naming rights agreement with The Peggy Hill Team for Holly Community Centre (171 Mapleton Ave) for $640,000

The General Committee recommended supporting the Housing Affordability Task Force's recommendations in principle, including hiring a dedicated staff position and creating a Supportive Housing Fund. It also recommended approving an 8-year naming rights agreement for the Holly Community Centre with The Peggy Hill Team for $640,000. These recommendations will be considered by City Council on January 17, 2022.

• Recommended supporting Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations in principle (22-G-007)
• Recommended hiring a dedicated housing affordability position funded from Reinvestment Reserve if no grant (22-G-007)
• Recommended allocating funding to a new Supportive Housing Fund in 2022 (22-G-007)
• Recommended $20,000 grant to County of Simcoe for overnight warming capacity (22-G-007)
• Recommended approving 8-year naming rights agreement with The Peggy Hill Team for $640,000 (22-G-006)
• Recommended reinstating parking ticket program for residents supporting local restaurants during COVID closures (22-G-004)
• Recommended approving revised Ice Allocation Policy for 2022/2023 season (22-G-001)
• Recommended staff review options for Long Term Care facilities delivery (22-G-003)

Council Compensation Review Committee

The Council Compensation Review Committee reviewed draft recommendations on Council compensation, including a proposed $2,500 annual salary increase for the Deputy Mayor, pending more information on duty division. They also agreed to recommend a $50 increase to car allowances for Council members and the Deputy Mayor, and discussed benefit and pension options, recommending Option 2 with 100% premium coverage, life insurance at 2x salary, and OMERS enrollment for Mayor and Council.

• Discussed increasing Deputy Mayor annual salary by $2,500
• Agreed to recommend $50 increase to car allowances for Council and Deputy Mayor
• Recommended Option 2 benefits with 100% premium coverage and life insurance at 2x annual salary
• Recommended enrollment of Mayor and Council in OMERS pension program
• Staff advised Deputy Mayor selection process is outside committee mandate

The Council Compensation Review Committee discussed and agreed on draft recommendations, including a $50 increase to car allowances for the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and councillors, and a $2,500 salary increase for the Deputy Mayor pending further information. They also recommended benefit Option 2 with 100% premium coverage, life insurance at 2x salary, and enrolling Mayor and Council in OMERS. These are recommendations for General Committee consideration on February 28, 2022, not final decisions.

• Recommended $50 car allowance increase for Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and councillors
• Discussed $2,500 Deputy Mayor salary increase, pending duty division info
• Recommended benefit Option 2 with 100% premium coverage
• Recommended life insurance increase to 2x annual salary
• Recommended enrolling Mayor and Council in OMERS pension
• Recommended AMO education reimbursement up to $1,600 for councillors
• Recommended expense allocations based on forecasted population
• Recommended receipt deadline per Finance year-end reporting

Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee received two presentations: one on integrated, age-friendly, electrified active transportation, and another on the City of Barrie's Community Energy and Greenhouse Gas Reductions Plan. The committee also discussed potential cycle track options for the Bradford Street corridor and deferred several other items to future meetings.

• Presentation on future of transportation by Dr. Shilpa Dogra
• Community Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Plan update by Adam McMullin
• Discussion of Bradford Street roadway cross-section and cycle track options
• Deferred items: Pickering city-building, circular economy, yield signs, bike events, tree by-law, LDD moth report

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Advisory Committee received presentations from Dr. Shilpa Dogra on age-friendly active transportation and from Adam McMullin on the Community Energy and GHG Reductions Plan. The Bradford Street corridor cycle track options were discussed and kept as a standing item. Several other items were deferred to the next meeting. No formal decisions were made.

• Received presentation on active transportation and e-bikes for older adults
• Received presentation on Community Energy and GHG Reductions Plan
• Kept Bradford Street corridor cycle track options as standing item for future discussion
• Deferred City of Pickering city-building conversation to next meeting
• Deferred circular economy/waste collection calendar to next meeting
• Deferred successful use of yield signs at Painswick's Bayshore Park to next meeting
• Deferred Bike the Night and Bike Week/School Activation to next meeting
• Deferred single tree by-law public consultation and LDD moth report to next meeting