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Amid housing crisis, housing committee chair Nixon suggests developer sell land to City of Barrie

A rep cited an Ipsos poll showing 43% of young Canadians (18-34) consider moving to the U.S. due to housing costs.

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- Simcoe County

09-Mar-25

00:36:00

Barrie 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 County

23-Jan-25

00:55:00

Barrie 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 County

16-Jan-25

01:04:00

Barrie 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 County

31-Dec-24

01:59:00

Innisfil 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

31-Dec-24

01:45:00

"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 County

30-Dec-24

02:08:00

Oro-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 County

25-Dec-24

00:41:00

Year-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 County

22-Dec-24

01:16:00

Barrie 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 County

20-Dec-24

00:30:00

Barrie 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

15-Dec-24

00:56:00

Lakehead University to Open Downtown Barrie Campus: STEM Hub to Address Labor Gaps, Drive Innovation

A total of $6.5 million from the city’s market precinct funds has been redirected to this project.

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- Simcoe County

05-Dec-24

01:13:00

Barrie Council Denies Dundonald St. Development After Residents' Objections, Adopts Safety KPIs

Ward 3 Cllr Kungl questioned the KPI's feasibility and suggested deferring it to the Community Safety Committee.

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- Simcoe County

29-Nov-24

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