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OPEN DELEGATION BY THE BARRIE SKATEBOARD ASSOCIATION (BSA) REGARDING THE BARRIE SKATEBOARD PARK 25TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT PROPOSAL.
Dan Bokma, Jay Coulson and Joy Webster of the Barrie Skateboard Association (BSA) provided an open delegation concerning the Barrie Skateboard Park 25th Anniversary Event Proposal. Mr. Bokma stated that the BSA is a non-for-profit organization, with a mission to support and advocate for the skateboard community in Barrie.
Mr. Bokma provided a historical background of the skateboard parks 25 year history at Queens Park. He commented on BSA’s past fundraising initiatives, the donations of labour and material received from local businesses, and previous City Council approval for construction of the park.
Mr. Bokma discussed the benefits of the skatepark as being a healthy space for the community and like-minded individuals to meet, grow and forge friendships while improving their skateboard skills, and being a safe place away from city streets.
Mr. Bokma advised that the Barrie Skateboard Association was looking for support of their event proposal submitted for the 25th Anniversary of the Queens Park Skate Park celebration scheduled for September 21, 2024
Members of Committee, Council asked a number of questions of Mr. Bokma, Mr. Coulson, Ms. Webster and City staff and received responses.