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TMP-27053
| 1 | | | Discussion Item | FIREBIRD COMMUNITY CYCLE
Grant Wilson and Geri Poisson of Firebird Community Cycle provided an overview on the Firebird Community Cycle, a not-for-profit bicycle repair shop. He advised that the Firebird Community Cycle would like to partner with the City to provide bicycle repair stations at City facilities and community centres and Barrie Go Train Stations. Mr. Wilson further advised that Firebird will be applying for the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative grant program to fund the bicycle repair stations and to provide bike repair tutorials. He inquired about the City possibly providing a letter of support to be submitted with their application in June, 2021. Mr. Wilson noted they are hoping to have the bicycle stations in place for summer, 2022.
Members of the Committee asked a number of questions to Mr. Wilson and Mr. Poisson and received responses. | Received | |
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21-G-085
| 1 | | | Recommendation | SUPPORT FOR THE FIREBIRD COMMUNITY CYCLE APPLICATION TO THE HEALTHY COMMUNITIES INITATIVES | recommended for consideration of adoption (Section "B") | |
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TMP-27056
| 1 | | | Discussion Item | BRADFORD BY-PASS IMPACTS
Al McNair, Nature Barrie provided an overview concerning the potential environmental impacts as a result of the Bradford By-pass. He discussed the possibility affects to Lake Simcoe and its importance to the City’s economy. Mr. McNair advised on the amount of growth the lake can sustain, the salt and phosphorus levels that are not declining despite costs and efforts, and the increasing population. | Received | |
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21-G-086
| 1 | | | Recommendation | PROPOSED BRADFORD BY-PASS - REFERRAL TO STAFF IN DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT | recommended for adoption (Section "D") | |
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TMP-27055
| 1 | | | Discussion Item | CONVERSATION ABOUT VISION ZERO
Councillor, A.M. Kungl provided some background context on Vision Zero. Previous discussions were mentioned about whether or not things like Vision Zero would be considered, when referring to the website which is tied to the workplan.
Brett Gratrix, Infrastructure Planning Engineer mentioned they are working with the Ontario Traffic Council and other municipalities to develop a Vision Zero Policy. He noted that it is anticipated to be wrapped up by the first quarter of 2022 and possibly used as guidelines for municipalities to use to develop a Vision Zero plan.
The Committee asked a number of questions to Mr. Gratrix about a Vision Zero Policy that included budget information and pedestrian safety. | Received | |
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21-G-087
| 1 | | | Recommendation | DEVELOPMENT OF A VISION ZERO POLICY AND TRAFFIC CALMING POLICY UPDATE | recommended for adoption (Section "F") | |
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TMP-27057
| 1 | | | Discussion Item | NATURALIZATION OF CROMPTON PARK SUBCOMMITTEE
Item was deferred to the next meeting. | | |
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TMP-27054
| 1 | | | Discussion Item | POLLINATOR GARDENS ON BUS STOPS
Item was deferred to the next meeting. | | |
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TMP-27052
| 1 | | | Discussion Item | COMMITTEE REVIEW - URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES
Item was deferred to the next meeting. | | |
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TMP-27051
| 1 | | | Discussion Item | ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION AND SUSTAINABILITY WEBPAGE
Item was deferred to the next meeting. | | |
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TMP-27050
| 1 | | | Discussion Item | PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE FRIENDLY COMMUNITY DESIGNATION
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TMP-27049
| 1 | | | Discussion Item | REDUCTION AND PHASEOUT OF 2-CYCLE MAINTENANCE CITY EQUIPMENT; USE OF ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGIES, DEVELOP AND ESTABLISH LANDSCAPE AND MAINTENANCE TECHNIQUES
Kelly Patterson McGrath provided a presentation concerning the 2-Cycle Engine Reduction.
Ms. Patterson McGrath discussed slides concerning the following topics:
· Impacts of 2-Cycle;
· Alignment with current Community GHG Reduction Plan;
· Report on Reducing Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation Emission Footprint through Utilizing Electric Small Equipment; and
· Ideas for Reduction of Use.
· Education - Engagement;
· Funding Opportunities; and
· Canada Healthy Communities Initiative. | | |
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