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15-A-056
| 2 | | | Presentation - AC/RC | PRESENTATION BY THE HONOURABLE TED MCMEEKIN, MINISTER OF MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS AND HOUSING REGARDING THE BUILDING BRIDGES TOUR.
Mayor Lehman welcomed the Honourable Ted McMeekin, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to Barrie City Council. Mayor Lehman indicated the significance of the Minister attending a Council meeting. He also provided information with respect to the Ministry, as well as of Minister McMeekin’s predecessors. Mayor Lehman discussed Minister McMeekin’s extensive experience in provincial and municipal politics and his volunteerism.
Minister McMeekin thanked Council for the opportunity to speak. He noted that he visited with members of Council from numerous municipalities. He indicated that he visits the City of Barrie frequently.
Minister McMeekin discussed his interactions with Mayor Lehman in his role as the Chair of Large Urban Mayors Caucus (LUMCO), and indicated that Mayor Lehman is one of his favourite Mayors.
Minister McMeekin advised he is touring the province to meet with municipal Councils to learn what is on their minds. He discussed t | Received | |
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15-A-057
| 2 | | | Student/Mayor Item | COMMENTS FROM OUTGOING STUDENT MAYORS:
Patrick Rodgers of St. John Vianney School thanked Mayor Lehman and members of Council for their warm welcome. He thanked Councillor Khan for inviting him to attend events with him. He noted that even though his time in office was short, he observed the extensive amount of work conducted at City Hall. He commented on the discussions regarding renaming of a park, and bus routes. He noted that Councillor Khan provided him with exposure to the interworking of the City and he has a new found respect for those who work for the City. In closing, he thanked everyone for a great experience and stated that he had a fun and interesting time. | Term Completed | |
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15-A-058
| 2 | | | Student/Mayor Item | SWEARING IN OF NEW STUDENT MAYORS
Wendy Cooke, Deputy City Clerk called upon Michael Paul of W.C. Little Elementary School and Lisa Lavalle of Innisdale Secondary School to be sworn into office as Student Mayors.
After being sworn into office, Michael and Lisa assumed their seats on the dais next to Mayor Lehman. Dawn McAlpine, City Clerk, introduced members of City Council to Michael and Lisa. She noted that the members of City staff and representatives of the community’s media were also in attendance. | Sworn In | |
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15-A-059
| 2 | | | Confirmation of Minutes | The minutes of the City Council meeting held on May 4, 2015 were adopted as printed and circulated. | Adopted as printed and circulated | |
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15-A-060
| 2 | | | Presentation - AC/RC | RECOGNITION OF THE BARRIE MINOR MOSQUITO AA RED SOX (UNDER 11) BASEBALL TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2014 ONTARIO TEAM OF THE YEAR.
On behalf of Council, Mayor Lehman congratulated the members of the Barrie Minor Mosquito AA Red Sox (Under 11) Baseball Team on their achievements in 2014, including:
· A 35-9-1 complete season record;
· Ontario Baseball Association Provincial Champions;
· Championships in September 2014;
· Being awarded the Barrie Minor Baseball Team of the Year;
· York Simcoe Baseball Association Team of the year 2014; and
· Being recognized last fall by the Barrie Sports Hall of Fame.
Mayor Lehman announced that the Barrie Minor Mosquito AA Red Sox were awarded the All Ontario Minor Baseball Team of the Year 2014. He advised that this is the first time a team so young has ever won this distinction. Mayor Lehman noted that in celebration of the Team’s accomplishments, the Toronto Blue Jays honoured the Team with a pre-game on-the-field recognition at the Rogers Centre, followed by singing the national anthem with the Team. Mayor Lehman commented that the T | Received | |
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15-A-061
| 2 | | | Presentation - AC/RC | CHEQUE PRESENTATION BY THE ROTARY CLUB REGARDING THE FREE ADULT SWIM PROGRAM.
Mr. Abercrombie of the Barrie Rotary Club thanked the City of Barrie, for allowing the Rotary Club to be involved in little things in Barrie. Mr. Abercrombie discussed the need for an Adult Swim Program as there are many adults who cannot swim. Mr. Abercrombie presented Mayor Lehman with a cheque for $1,100.00 as a contribution to wave the cost of delivering the Adult Swim Program.
On behalf of Council, Mayor Lehman, thanked Mr. Abercrombie for the donation, as the program provides more access to life-saving skills associated with learning to swim. | Received | |
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15-A-062
| 2 | | | Presentation - AC/RC | RECOGNITION OF GREY AND SIMCOE FORESTERS REGIMENT’S 150TH ANNIVERSARY AND CITY STAFF FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS IN PLANNING AND COORDINATING HRH PRINCESS ANNE’S VISIT ON OCTOBER 22, 2013.
Major John Fisher and Major Perry Rittershofer of the Grey and Simcoe Foresters Regiment were in attendance to recognize City staff and Barrie Police Services staff for their assistance during the HRH Princess Anne’s visit on October 22, 2013. Major Fisher recognized the following City of Barrie staff and Barrie Police Service officers by presenting them with certificates and the commanding officers’ coin for their assistance in planning and coordinating the event:
· Rebecca James-Reid, Executive Director of Access Barrie
· Emma Sharpe, Communications Advisor
· Lauren Wild, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Mayor
· Walter Fischer, Supervisor of Parks Planning & Development
· Staff Sergeant Dave Jones
· Sergeant Glen Furlong
Major Fisher and Major Rittershofer also provided a slide presentation concerning the 150th Anniversary of the Grey and Simcoe Foresters Regiment.
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15-A-063
| 2 | | | Deputation | DEPUTATION BY MR. HERMAN YANG REGARDING MOTION 15-G-110, SECOND SUITES ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
Mr. Herman Yang provided a deputation in opposition to motion 15-G-110 concerning the Second Suites Zoning By-law Amendment. Mr. Yang provided a slide presentation discussing his concerns with the proposed Second Suites Zoning By-law amendment.
Mr. Yang discussed slides regarding the following topics:
· His background;
· Target Demographics for Second Suites;
· His opinion on housing requirements for the target demographics;
· How to protect the City of Barrie;
· Illustrations of sample layouts for second suites that would not be permitted with the proposed gross floor area restrictions; and
· His opinion that raised bungalows are best suited for second suites in Barrie.
Mr. Yang suggested changes to the Second Suites Zoning By-law Amendment including determining the size restrictions based on dwelling floor area instead of gross floor area, increase the maximum percentage of floor area or establishing a third condition concerning the allowable gross floor area for a secon | Received | |
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15-A-064
| 1 | | | Deputation | DEPUTATION BY MS. MIRELA STAN REGARDING MOTION 15-G-110, SECOND SUITES ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
Ms. Mirela Stan provided a deputation in opposition to motion 15-G-110 concerning the Second Suites Zoning By-law Amendment. Ms. Stan provided details about herself and the reasons that she became a landlord. She commented that she understood the concerns about second suite dwelling units in the college area, but noted that rental units in the area are not just for students. She introduced her current tenants of her units in attendance at the meeting and provided background regarding her current and previous tenants.
Ms. Stan expressed concerns regarding the impact of the proposed the restrictions related to the Georgian College area would have on her family and others in similar circumstances. She commented that she believes the proposed changes are not efficiently addressing the overcrowding in area and landlords will be forced to rent to students and not families. She suggested that dedicated student housing be provided.
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15-A-065
| 1 | | | Deputation | DEPUTATION BY MR. GREGORY SULLIVAN REGARDING MOTION 15-G-110, SECOND SUITES ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
Mr. Gregory Sullivan provided a deputation in opposition to motion 15-G-110 concerning the Second Suites Zoning By-law Amendment. Mr. Sullivan provided details about himself and discussed his requirement for a second suite, noting it would provide him an opportunity to have his mother reside with him and provide them both with independent dwelling units. He noted his concerns with respect to the proposed maximum gross floor area providing, as he believes it limits opportunity for adequate second suites in certain types of dwelling units such as bungalows.
Mr. Sullivan also noted his concerns with respect to the proposed restriction on second suites in the Georgian College area, as he feels it is not the right approach. He stated that he feels that housing units provided to students will not adhere to current building and fire standards, especially for units located in basements. In closing, Mr. Sullivan indicated that he believes second suite units are good.
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15-A-066
| 1 | | | Deputation | DEPUTATION BY MR. GEORGE NAGEL REGARDING MOTION 15-G-110, SECOND SUITES ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
Mr. George Nagel provided a deputation in opposition to motion 15-G-110 concerning the Second Suites Zoning By-law Amendment. Mr. Nagel advised that he is a local realtor who sells income properties. Mr. Nagel suggested redefining the minimum standards of a designated second suite to allow for no more than 5 unrelated people. He commented on the demographics of those who are interested in renting properties with second suites. Mr. Nagel discussed requirements related to second suites to achieve compliance with the current Ontario Building Code, noting that it is more onerous than the Code that existed in 1996 and that these units were permitted by the Province. He discussed the number of illegal suites currently in the City of Barrie and the percentage that would come forward to register if the proposed changes By-law amendments were approved would remained unchanged.
Members of Council asked questions of Mr. Nagel and staff and received responses. | Received | |
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15-A-067
| 1 | | | Committee Report | General Committee Report dated May 11. 2015 Sections A, B, C and D (APPENDIX “A”). | Received | |
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15-G-098
| 2 | | | Staff Report | SALE OF CITY OWNED LANDS (306 & 312 SAUNDERS ROAD) TO BETA TECH INC. (WARD 8) | Adopted | |
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15-G-099
| 2 | | | Staff Report | UPDATE TO THE ROADWAY ILLUMINATION POLICIES AND DESIGN GUIDELINES | Adopted | |
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15-G-100
| 2 | | | Staff Report | UPDATE ON THE TRANS CANADA TRAIL ABORIGINAL TRAIL MARKERS (WARDS 1, 6 AND 7) | Adopted | |
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15-G-101
| 2 | | | Staff Report | 2015 PROPERTY TAX CLAWBACK RATES | Adopted | |
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15-G-102
| 2 | | | Staff Report | TAX ARREARS EXTENSION AGREEMENT - 81 PATTERSON ROAD (WARD 4) | Adopted | |
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15-G-103
| 3 | | | Staff Report | SETTLEMENT PROPOSAL RE: ALLANDALE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (“ACDC”) AND WALTER PEZUK | Adopted | |
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15-G-104
| 3 | | | Staff Report | ACQUISITION OF LAND MATTER - ACQUISITION OF EASEMENT - 386 MAPLEVIEW DRIVE EAST | Adopted | |
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15-G-105
| 2 | | | Staff Report | NAMING OF A STREET - GREENWICH (WARD 6) | Adopted | |
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15-G-106
| 2 | | | Staff Report | SALE OF 36 MULCASTER STREET - DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT (WARD 2) | Adopted | |
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15-G-107
| 3 | | | Staff Report | RECOGNITION OF SAM CANCILLA
AMENDMENT #1
Moved by: Councillor, D. Shipley
Seconded by: Councillor, B. Ward
That motion 15-G-107 of Section “B” of the General Committee Report dated May 11, 2015 concerning Recognition of Sam Cancilla be amended by deleting the words “and the renaming of the Order of the Spirit Catcher Award to the Sam Cancilla Spirit Catcher Award”. | Adopted | |
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15-G-108
| 2 | | | Staff Report | 2014 BUDGET AND BUSINESS PLAN YEAR END REPORT | Adopted | |
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15-G-109
| 2 | | | Staff Report | SERVICE TO HURONIA ROAD AND LOCKHART ROAD AREA (WARD 8 AND 9)
AMENDMENT #1
Moved by: Councillor, S. Morales
Seconded by: Councillor, A. Khan
That motion 15-G-109 Section “C” of the General Committee Report dated May 11, 2015 concerning the Service to Huronia Road and Lockhart Road Area be amended to add the following as paragraph 3:
“3. That staff be requested to review opportunities to include service to Huronia Road and Lockhart Road as part of the review of routes planned for fall 2015 and/or any transit routes planned to serve Innisfil through a potential partnership.” | Adopted | |
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15-G-110
| 2 | | | Staff Report | SECOND SUITES ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
AMENDMENT #1
Moved by: Councillor, A. Khan
Seconded by: Councillor, M. Prowse
That motion 15-G-110 of Section “D” of the General Committee Report dated May 11, 2015 concerning the Second Suites Zoning By-law Amendment be amended by adding the following paragraph:
“3 That staff be directed to review PLN012-15 and cross reference said plan against the province's Strong Communities Through Affordable Housing Act, 2011 to see what provisions the plan or act considers with regard to severe weather patterns, climate change, the 100 year storm, and the Province's and municipality's Emergency Preparedness Plan, and the impact that said severe weather incidents may have on a) residents living in below grade dwellings in the event of a flood / sewer back up, and b) residents living above grade in the event of tornado and severe wind activity, as it pertains to each being able to take sufficient safe cover as they will not have unrestricted access to basements.”
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AMENDMENT #2
Moved by: Councillor, M. Prowse
Seconded by: Co | Adopted As Amended | |
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15-A-068
| 1 | | | Committee Report | General Committee Report dated May 12, 2015 Sections A, B and C (APPENDIX “B”) | | |
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15-G-111
| 3 | | | Item of Discussion | 2015 BUSINESS PLAN - PARKING OPERATIONS | | |
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15-G-112
| 2 | | | Presentation - AC/RC | 2015 BUSINESS PLAN - PARKING OPERATIONS | | |
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15-G-113
| 3 | | | Item of Discussion | 2015 BUSINESS PLAN - PARKING OPERATIONS
AMENDMENT #1
Moved by: Councillor, B. Ainsworth
Seconded by: Mayor, J.Lehman
That motion 15-G-113 of Section “B” of the General Committee Report dated May 12, 2015 concerning the 2015 Business Plan - Parking Operations be amended as follows:
1. That paragraph 2 be amended by deleting the words “hourly rate of $2.00/hr” and replacing it with the words “hourly rate of $1.25/hr”.
2. That the following be added as paragraph 8:
“8. That the necessary by-laws be amended to reflect the changes to parking operations and fees.” | | |
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15-G-114
| 2 | | | Item of Discussion | 2015 BUSINESS PLAN - PARKING OPERATIONS - MARINA PARKING LOT
Councillor D. Shipley declared a potential pecuniary interest with respect to the foregoing matter as he owns a boat slip in the marina. He did not participate in discussion or vote on the matter. He remained in his seat at the Council Table. | Adopted | |
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15-A-069
| 1 | | | Committee Report | General Committee Report dated May 21, 2015, Sections A, B and C (APPENDIX “C”). | Received | |
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15-G-115
| 3 | | | Presentation - AC/RC | DISCUSSION OF A CONFIDENTIAL LABOUR RELATIONS / EMPLOYEE NEGOTIATIONS MATTER - CUPE NEGOTIATIONS | Received | |
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15-G-116
| 3 | | | Presentation - AC/RC | DISCUSSION REGARDING A CONFIDENTIAL LABOUR RELATIONS / EMPLOYEE NEGOTIATIONS MATTER - 2015 BPFFA NEGOTIATIONS
Councillor, J. Brassard declared a potential pecuniary interest concerning the foregoing matter as he is employed as a Firefighter. He did not participate in the discussion or vote on the question. He remained in his seat at the Council table. | Received | |
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15-G-117
| 3 | | | Presentation - AC/RC | 2015 BPFFA NEGOTIATIONS
Councillor, J. Brassard declared a potential pecuniary interest concerning the foregoing matter as he is employed as a Firefighter. He did not participate in the discussion or vote on the question. He remained in his seat at the Council table. | Received | |
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15-A-070
| 2 | | | Direct Motion | BORDEN LEGACY PROJECT MEMORIAL WALL
Moved by: Councillor, M. Prowse
Seconded by: Mayor, J. Lehman
WHEREAS the Borden Legacy Project Memorial Wall has been funded 100% by local donors; and
AND WHEREAS a recent funding request has been made to local governments by Base Borden for the costs associated with the Freedom Trail leading to the Memorial Wall at Base Borden for the completion of the Legacy Project.
NOW THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED:
1. THAT the City of Barrie donate $25,000 towards the costs of the completing the Legacy Project; and
2. THAT the donation be funded from the Strategic Priorities Reserve (01-13-0410). | Adopted | |
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BY-LAW 2015-041
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #043
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to accept the “as-constructed” municipal services within and complementary to the Georgian Meadows/Sydenham Wells Townhouse Subdivision registered as 51M-983 and to assume the streets for public use. (11-G-276) (Georgian Meadow/Sydenham Wells Townhouse Subdivision - Sydenham Wells south of Cheltenham Road) (ENG047-11) (Ward 1) (File: D12-382) | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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BY-LAW 2015-042
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #044
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to authorize an extension agreement with a land owner or tenant extending the period of time in which the cancellation price for a tax arrears certificate is to be paid. (13-G-266) (Extension Agreement Tax Arrears - Ferguson Drive) (Ward 4) (FIN015-13) (File: F00) | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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BY-LAW 2015-043
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #045
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to adopt an amendment to the Official Plan (O.P.A. #15). (15-G-075) (Applications for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment - 301099 Ontario Inc. (Previn Court Homes) - 180 and 190 Ferndale Drive North) (Ward 5) (PLN009-15) (File: D09-OPA018 and D14-1528) | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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BY-LAW 2015-044
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #047
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers as authorized under the provision of the Police Services Act. (05-G-475) (Teresa Lynn Hannah Truen, Mitchell Allan Douglas Franke, Amber Marie Watson, Leah Kate Marie Ziliotto, Rita Anne Charest-Pekeski, Santana Marie Ferreira and Katie Ann Balch) (CLK108-05) (File: C06) | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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BY-LAW 2015-045
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #048
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to acquire Part of the West ½ of Lot 22, Concession 7 Vespra as in R01051879; City of Barrie being all of PIN 58907-0007 (LT) from A. G. C. Developments Limited for municipal purposes. (15-G-060) (AGC Developments Inc. - PL100297 - 201 Miller Drive) (Ward 5) (File: L07-1033) | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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BY-LAW 2015-046
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #049
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to acquire Block 138, Plan 51M-672, City of Barrie, County of Simcoe from 3251586 Canada Inc. and to establish same as part of the municipal highway system. (By-law 99-312) (3251586 Canada Inc. - Block 138, Plan 51M-672 - establish as Dean Avenue) (Ward 9) (File: D11-1646) | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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BY-LAW 2015-047
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #050
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to amend By-law 2009-141, a land use control by-law to regulate the use of land, and the erection, use, bulk, height, location and spacing of buildings and structures in the City of Barrie. (15-G-075) (Applications for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment - 301099 Ontario Inc. (Previn Court Homes) - 180 and 190 Ferndale Drive North) (Ward 5) (PLN009-15) (File: D09-OPA015 and D14-1528) | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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BY-LAW 2015-048
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #051
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to amend By-law 2015-033 being a By-law to set tax capping parameters for 2015 for properties in the multi-residential, commercial and industrial property classes. (15-G-101) (2015 Property Tax Clawback Rates) (FIN006-15) (File: F00) | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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BY-LAW 2015-049
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #042
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to deem certain Plans of Subdivision or parts thereof not to be a Registered Plan of Subdivision. (15-G-005) (Surplus and Sale of Property - 318 Georgian Drive) (Ward 1) (LGL001-15) (File: L17-84) | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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BY-LAW 2015-050
| 1 | | | By-Law | Bill #052
A By-law of The Corporation of the City of Barrie to confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on the 25th day of May, 2015. | Read a First, Second and third time and finally passed | |
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