APRIL 16 2020
Urgent Steps Are Needed NOW Other Changes To City Services Virtual City Council The following changes are in effect to help reduce the Meetings By-law to Enforce On March 23, Mayor Jeff Lehman declared a State of burden caused by COVID-19. Barrie City Council will meet virtually throughout the Physical Distancing STAY HOME. Emergency in Barrie. It is urgent we continue to take COVID-19 pandemic. The public can watch the of COVID-19 COVID-19 | Flatten the Curve. steps to limit the number of people we come in Reduced Enforcement of parking and noise by-laws meetings live at the City of Barrie's YouTube contact with to help stop the spread of COVID-19. until further notice. Staff continue to take calls and reports channel (youtube.com/CityofBarrie) or on Rogers TV. regarding by-law enforcement at (705) 739-4241. Visit barrie.legistar.com for meeting agendas and information.
City Facilities & Ontarians Over 70 Advised To Stay Home Water Wastewater Billing: There will be no new late fees or City-imposed non-sufficient funds (NSF) charges Properties Closed Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of health is strongly Tags will be mailed out. Three garbage tags per residential Street Sweeping recommending anyone over the age of 70 to stay home for water wastewater bills, and no water shutoffs will be Now Underway • NEW The Barrie Marinas and Boat launches are address can be requested. The deadline for tag requests carried out, until June 30, 2020. Residents and property closed until further notice. except for essential reasons, and preferably to have is June 30, 2020 and residents may only make a request Spring street sweeping began April 6 and takes necessary goods delivered. owners can opt out or suspend pre-authorized payment once during this time period. plans. Visit barrie.ca/WaterServices. approximately 10 weeks to complete, weather- • ALL outdoor recreational amenities including permitting. The Source Water Protection zone is playgrounds, sports fields, basketball and tennis It is CRITICAL that everyone follows these measures Property Tax Billing: There will be no new late fees or swept first followed by residential streets. Street courts, dog off-leash parks, beaches, skateboard parks, immediately to help keep our community safe. Visit The City asks that only one additional bag (with a City-imposed non-sufficient funds (NSF) charges for tax sweeping improves water quality and the picnic areas, outdoor community gardens, park shelters, barrie.ca/StayHome for more information. environment by removing pollutants that can be tag) be used per collection week. This also applies bills until June 30, 2020. Residents and property owners If you see people using closed City facilities or areas, outdoor exercise equipment, condo parks and gardens to residents who have purchased bag tags outside can opt out or suspend pre-authorized payment plans. transferred to downstream water bodies through urban runoff through the storm sewer system. people not maintaining 2 m distance from one another, Government of Ontario Emergency Order Recreation & Culture Programs of the three free bags. Visit barrie.ca/PropertyTaxes. It also improves the cleanliness and aesthetics Due to the ongoing pandemic and the need to practice a gathering of 5+ people in a public space, or of City streets and parking lots. • ALL City Recreation/Community Facilities physical distancing, the following changes are in effect: Visit barrie.ca/CurbsideCollection for more info. Free Barrie Transit service is in effect until April 30 and non-essential businesses providing in-person (including arenas), Theatres and Library branches • All spring registered recreation programs has moved to an hourly service. Please consult the Live services, you can call the Enforcement Line. Please do not push sand into piles on the road as are cancelled. Bus Map at MyRideBarrie.ca to track your bus. the sweeper cannot pick them up. The city also • Barrie City Hall • All special events and theatre shows are Reminder asks that cars are not parked on the road as much The Barrie COVID-19 Emergency Measures cancelled until June 7. In an effort to keep curbside collection drivers safe Barrie Transit may be experiencing intermittent service as possible during this process and please ensure • Provincial Offences Act Offices • No new event permits will be issued until during this time, the City is asking residents to place issues on some routes. Please avoid all unnecessary By-law helps protect the health and safety of residents. that basketball nets, etc. are not in the roadway. at least June 7. facial tissues, paper towels and napkins in a securely travel. Do not use public transit if you are feeling unwell. The by-law prohibits certain activities and regulates If an area is missed due to obstructions, staff will • Operations Centre • There will be no bookings of sports fields physical distancing to help contain the spread of tied garbage bag instead of the green bin. Residents note and return later. until further notice. are reminded to sort garbage, green bin and recycling COVID-19. • Landfill and Environmental Centre. Curbside Collection material properly, and ensure that cleaning wipes go in Visit barrie.ca/StreetSweeping for an updated is occurring as scheduled. The contractor will continue Visit barrie.ca/Services for updates. to have access to the landfill. the garbage. They cannot go in the green bin and schedule, and information. Individuals not following the regulation can be fined . City Providing Free should not be flushed from $500 to $100,000. • Surface Water Treatment Plant Garbage Tags A Guide to Safe • Wastewater Treatment Facility The City is offering three free garbage tags to eligible Outdoor households who request them to help deal with the increased garbage that may be created from staying at Activities During • Downtown Barrie Bus Terminal home and practising physical distancing. Residents of COVID-19 Service Barrie continues to be operational. Contact them multi-residential buildings are not eligible. for more information via email: [email protected] or call 705-726-4242. To request garbage tags: • Email [email protected] • Phone Service Barrie at 705-726-4242 Residents are encouraged to take advantage of online services wherever possible. Learn more via *Provide your name and address. barrie.ca/OnlineServices. Physical Distancing means: Keeping 2 metres or 6 feet Limit contact with people at Everyone should do their best to between you and another person, higher risk (e.g. older adults avoid close contact with people unless they are members of your and those in poor health). outside of their immediate families. Resources • Health Canada: canada.ca/CoronaVirus • Public Health Ontario: • Ontario 211: Community & Social Services: household. Do not gather in groups. • Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit: publichealthontario.ca Call 211 or visit communityconnection.ca 705-721-7520 • Ontario Ministry of Health: • World Health Organization: • Canadian Mental Health Association: or simcoemuskokahealth.org ontario.ca/CoronaVirus Please Note: Changes to services are often happening daily. Visit barrie.ca/StayHome to stay up-to-date on the latest impacts to City services who.int cmha.ca
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