https://barrie.ca.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=4329249&GUID=15042210-AFF4-4258-90D1-D92CDC7F233ALegistar15https://barrie.ca.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=4329249&GUID=15042210-AFF4-4258-90D1-D92CDC7F233A15042210-AFF4-4258-90D1-D92CDC7F233A-2023-02-22-19-47-41Title: EMERGENCY DEPUTATION REQUEST CONCERNING MOTION 20-G-032, PURCHASE OF THE SOAPBOX ART PIECE The following Emergency Deputations were provided concerning motion 20-G-032, Purchase of the Soapbox Art Piece: 1. Sean Barton advised that he has lived in Barrie for 20 years and that he feels it is a great place to live. He commented that he recently read about members of Council recommending the purchase of the Soapbox Art Piece at a cost of $15,000. Mr. Barton discussed his concerns related to the purchase including that the purchase is wasteful and that the funds should be going to important projects such as the completion of the Allandale Train Station. He further commented that it is an unnecessary expense and that it reflects poorly on Councillor’s decisions and the overall impression of City. Mr. Barton provided suggestions on ways to use this money including dedicating it to affordable housing or homelessness in the community. He also suggested engaging local artists for Public Art projects as he felt that the money will come back to the community. Mr. Barton concluded bWed, 22 Feb 2023 19:47:41 GMT