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25-G-144
| 2 | | | Item of Discussion | TRAFFIC STUDY FOR INTERSECTION OF MULCASTER STREET AND WORSLEY STREET
That staff in the Development Services Department investigate possible solutions to minimize the possibility of traffic and pedestrian incidents at the intersection of Mulcaster Street and Worsley Street caused by blind spots when travelling west on Worsley Street through the intersection at Mulcaster Street and report back to the Community Safety Committee. (Item for Discussion 1.1, May 28, 2025) (Sponsor: Councillor, C. Nixon) | recommended for consideration of adoption (Section "A") | |
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25-G-145
| 2 | | | Item of Discussion | TEMPORARY ROAD VEHICLE BLOCKADES
That staff in the Development Services Department prepare an intake form for consideration in the 2026 budget for costs associated with the purchase of temporary road vehicle blockades included but not limited to the Archer 1200 and the MVB 3X modular vehicle barriers for use at road closures for events such as Open Air Dunlop, New Years Eve Countdown and the Remembrance Day ceremonies along with other events and festivals throughout the City to ensure the safety of the attending patrons. (Item for Discussion 1.2, May 28, 2025) (Sponsors: Councillor, G. Harvey and Councillor, A. Courser) | recommended for consideration of adoption (Section "A") | |
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25-G-146
| 2 | | | Item of Discussion | 4 WAY STOP AT KING STREET
That staff in the Development Services Department be directed to add stop signs for north and southbound Reid Drive at King Street, where the roads intersect at the south end of King Street to make a 4-way stop, as it is at the north intersection of the same two roads. (Item for Discussion 1.3, May 28, 2025) (Sponsor: Councillor, G. Harvey) | recommended for consideration of adoption (Section "A") | |
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25-G-174
| 2 | | | Item of Discussion | EXTENDING COMMUNITY SAFETY ZONE - MARSELLUS DRIVE
That staff in the Development Services Department be directed to prepare the following:
a. An amendment to By-law 2003-160, as amended, Community Safety Zones By-law, to Schedule “A” to add Marsellus Drive from South leg of Downing Crescent to 85 metres south of Farmstead Crescent.
b. An amendment to By-law 2002-191, as amended, Rates of Speed By-law, Schedule “A”, authorized rates of maximum speed - 40 kilometres per hour to add Marsellus Drive from South leg of Downing Crescent to 85 metres south of Farmstead Crescent. (Item for Discussion 1.4, May 28, 2025) (Sponsor: Councillor, G. Harvey) | recommended for consideration of adoption (Section "A") | |
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25-G-147
| 2 | | | Item of Discussion | PILOT PROGRAM - ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
1. That the CAO establish a 2-year pilot program in order to pursue programs and services supported by Canadian Owned/Based Artificial Intelligence Companies;
2. That notwithstanding the Procurement By-law in order to address the new and changing landscape of Artificial Intelligence programs and services, the CAO be delegated authority to procure such services and programs during the period of the pilot project;
3. That an annual budget for this program be set at an upset limit of no more than $600k to be funded from the Reinvestment Reserve; and
4. That the CAO report back to the Finance and Responsible Governance Committee or by memorandum regarding the programs and services procured, including any efficiencies and return on investment achieved by the City of Barrie. (Item for Discussion 1.5, May 28, 2025) (Sponsor: Deputy Mayor, R. Thomson | recommended for consideration of adoption (Section "A") | |
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TMP-34239
| 2 | | | Discussion Item | STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATES
Rick Pews, Director of Corporate Facilities provided updates concerning the Performing Arts Centre, Lakehead University, Cadets/Southshore, Library and Recreation Centres, as follows:
The schematic design work continues on the Performing Arts Centre as well as the Sea Cadet’s Hayter Centre expansion project. In addition, updated site fit and testing, block planning and preliminary costing work has been completed to meet anticipated recreational centre capacity needs for the Hewitt and Salem secondary plan areas. Staff reports related to the Performing Arts Centre and recreation centres will be brought forward at the June 11th, 2025 General Committee meeting. Staff were scheduled to bring a report related to the Sea Cadets project to General Committee on the same night, but additional work is required to help ensure budget certainty for that project. Staff expect to have this completed in advance of the scheduled August General Committee and Council meeting and plan to bring it forward at that time.
Design development work on Lakehead University’s downtown | recommended for receipt (Section "B") | |
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25-G-148
| 1 | | | Recommendation | NORTHWEST BARRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY LOCATION
That staff in Corporate Facilities be authorized to negotiate a lease agreement with a property owner in northwest Barrie for the purpose of locating and constructing a boutique library to be executed by the Mayor and City Clerk, in a form acceptable to the Director of Legal Services and General Manager of Community and Corporate Services; and
That a Capital Project be created to be funded by the Development Charge Reserve and the financial contribution approved by the Barrie Public Library Board; and
That staff in Corporate Facilities report back to Council via confidential memorandum detailing the final location and terms and conditions of the agreement. | recommended for adoption (Section "C") | |
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TMP-34309
| 2 | | | Discussion Item | ENCAMPMENTS UPDATE
Mayor, A. Nuttall advised that work has been done with the County to remove encampments and provide services to individuals who are currently in the encampments and there has been a very high success rate relating to Bursey Park with 75% of individuals receiving permanent housing.
1. Mayor, A. Nuttall asked about the other encampments in the City?
J. Schmidt, General Manager of Community and Corporate Services advised that in conversations with the County and City partners they are having trouble finding enough shelter space to accommodate all the individuals in need. Mr. Schmidt advised that the City has offered support and assistance to the County.
W. Cooke, City Clerk/Director of Legislative and Court Services advised that the Barrie Police and Enforcement Services have been part of the conversations with the County and are aware of the encampments located around the City, as well as the number of unhoused individuals.
2. Mayor, A. Nuttall questioned the use of the donated sprung building to assist with shelter space?
W. Cooke, City Clerk/Director of | recommended for receipt (Section "D") | |
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25-G-149
| 1 | | | Recommendation | ENCAMPMENTS UPDATE - EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
That Encampments be added to the list of strategic plan updates provided to Executive Committee at each meeting. | recommended for adoption (Section "E") | |
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