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Barrie Police Requests Highest 2025 Budget Increase, joined by Simcoe County and Library
Police Service has requested a $72.2 million budget for 2025, marking a 7% increase from the previous year.
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie Undertakes Ward Boundary Review to Address Population Growth
A website set to launch featuring background information, a public survey, and educational materials.
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie City Council Approves $225,000 for Summer Concert Series from Taxes Collected on Hotel, Motel, and Airbnb Stays
Mayor Nuttall welcomed fact that funding for concert series is derived from taxes paid by tourists rather than taxpayers
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie Mayor Alex Nuttall Defends Encampment Eviction Policies at Simcoe County Council Meeting
Midland's Deputy Mayor Supports Encampment Removals Only if Alternative Accommodations are Available.
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie Launches Comprehensive Refresh of Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Amid Rising Concerns
Barrie to Launch Community Input Surveys and Sessions in January 2024, with a Detailed Final Report Expected by April.
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- Simcoe CountyInnisfil Year-End Update: Town Tackles Rising Auto Theft, Domestic Violence, and Budget Challenges
Mayor Dollin Highlights Effective Project Management Amid Rising Costs and Community Needs
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- Simcoe County"Socialist Approach" Accusation in Springwater Council Over Tax Relief; Barrie Annexation Discussed
"Saving For Tomorrow is Financial Planning," Mayor Coughlin Opposed the Amendment, Emphasizing Prudent Planning.
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- Simcoe CountyOro-Medonte Group Slams Barrie Annexation, Calls for Mayor Nuttall’s Apology Citing Hemson Report
Council approved Deputy Mayor Robert Thompson’s amendment to increase Barrie’s land request to 4,000 acres.
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- Simcoe CountyYear-End Barrie Council: Crime Stoppers Funding Under Review, Postal Strike Impact on Residents
Barrie City Council Explores Police Support for Crime Stoppers While Addressing Delayed Speeding Tickets.
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie Explores Library at the Northwest end to Support Underserved Communities and At-Risk Youth
The City Currently has Three Library Locations: The Downtown Main Branch, the Painswick Branch, and the Holly Branch.
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie Approves 2025 Budget With No Operational Increase; Outdoor Rinks Open Dec. 21
Outgoing student mayor, Mateo Gordon, reflected on his term and expressed gratitude for the experience.
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- Simcoe County"There's Nothing Gentle About It": Residents Oppose 19 Homes to Replace 2 as Gentle Intensification
Cllr Nigussie emphasized the importance of balancing neighborhood character with development needs.
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