and pathway. Crews are now finishing up the new permanent basketball court/ice rink. The rink is expected to open by the 2017 Highlights end of the year. Keep an eye on the City’s website for the latest (barrie.ca). Recycled Road Sand Pilot Program Saving City $500,000 Annually New Recreation Centre and Library The City of Barrie will be saving half a million dollars this year Coming to Ward 10 by collecting and recycling road sand as part of winter control. On November 20, 2017, Barrie City Council approved location, The sand that is collected from roads during the annual spring programs and facility concepts for a new Recreation Centre street sweeping program has typically been disposed of at the and Library in Ward 10. The proposed location is on the west landfill. This City put down 7,400 tonnes of sand on City streets side of Yonge Street, north of Lockhart Road. The approximate last winter and collected 4,137 tonnes during street sweeping in 18 acres of land is currently used as farmland. The concept the spring. 87% of that sand was diverted from the landfill thanks includes: 2 ice pads 42,414 sf pool 20,920 square foot – to this new innovative program. fitness centre 26,617 square foot - gymnasium 15,392 square foot - library Outdoor splash pad Soccer field Emergency Services Campus 3 tennis and pickle ball courts Playground and skate park. The City is embarking on an innovative facility that will house Barrie Police, Simcoe County Paramedics and Barrie Fire Why I LOVE Barrie Emergency Service dispatch communications in one location, Last year I ran my first ‘Why I love Barrie’ contest and the response at 110 Fairview Road. Combining these services in one location was fantastic! Students in Ward 10 took the time to write a 350 will save approximately $15 million (15%) in capital costs + word story about why they loved Barrie – and their stories were 18% ($370k) annually in operations & maintenance costs when incredible! The essay from last year’s winner is below, and I hope compared to standalone facilities. Additionally, partners will a student living in Ward 10 will be inspired to submit an entry into benefit from better coordination, communication and support my second annual contest. All submissions from last year, full through sharing common facilities in a campus setting. Early contest details, including deadlines and prizes, are on my website site preparations are underway, with construction starting in www.mccannbarrie.com. early 2018. Construction is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2019. Barrie’s 2018 Budget: How would you spend it? It’s budget time! Residents are encouraged to join the conversation Meridian Place and Memorial Square by using the ‘Budget Allocator Tool’ found at barrie.ca/budget, The City is working in partnership with the Downtown Business choosing how to increase, decrease or maintain budget spending Association (BIA) on the redevelopment of this space to create a for seven major services and leaving comments. Results and “people place” in the heart of downtown Barrie. This space will be comments will be shared with City Council during the 2018 a vibrant, multi-use civic public place that connects the downtown Business Plan & Budget deliberations in January. with Barrie’s beautiful waterfront, and will have a permanent bandshell which will host live acts in the core of our city. This past South Barrie High School Update summer, the Cenotaph was moved to a more prominent location Site Plan conditions were issued by the City in September 2017. at the base of Owen Street. This exciting project is expected to be The School Board is in the process of working through and clearing Why is complete by Summer 2018! these conditions. Once complete, final Site Plan approval can be issued. City staff continue to work closely with the Board and Centennial Park anticipate that the School Board will be in a position to request Ward 10 The long-awaited Centennial Park construction is almost fully final Site Plan approval sometime in 2018. The exact timing is in complete! The new boardwalk along the edge of the beach the hands of the Board. the Best? was finished this past summer, along with new parking lots Can’t make the meeting on December 17th? Ward 10 TOWN HALL I am always available to listen to your concerns. Sunday, December 17th from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Please get in touch with me! Surface Water Treatment Plant (20 Royal Parkside Drive) Phone: 705-739-4290 In our growing community, we need to ensure everyone is on the same page. I Email: [email protected] like to make it easy for you to discover what’s happening in Ward 10, as well as In person: If you prefer discussing your concerns in person, receive updates on pressing issues & ways of direct communication with city I’m happy to come to your home and chat with you and staff. This newsletter is one way, but I also invite you to join me at my Ward 10 your neighbours. Town Hall meeting. All are welcome to attend. There are some big projects planned for 2018, and I would like to hear from you how City Council should spend your money. Please call, 705-793-4290, email [email protected] or if you prefer discussing your concerns in person, I’m happy to come I would LOVE your opinion to your home and chat with you and your neighbours. Fisher Auditorium Barrie Council approved a plan to allow staff to look at funding options for the Fisher Auditorium, which is part of the former Barrie Central Collegiate land currently owned by HIP Developments, during a meeting October 2, 2017. City Council is considering reconstructing Fisher Auditorium into a multi-purpose cultural and events centre. Under the plan, the auditorium would consist of 650 seats, while an event area would potentially have seating for about 450 people. Construction is expected to cost between $17.3 and $19.3-million, do you think this is the best way for the City to spend your money? Year Round Public Market Barrie City Council is considering transforming the Barrie Transit Terminal, located at the intersection of Lakeshore Drive, Mary Street and Maple Avenue, into the public market. The main floor will house the food hall with Sandbox, the new innovation hub on the top floor. The Barrie Farmers’ Market would move to a new 7,500 square foot building on the west side of the property. Design elements will include a roll up doors and suitable electrical, plumbing and storage infrastructure for vendors. A flexible floor plan and a community kitchen provide a venue for exciting events and community programs. What do you think of a year round public market? 3,000-4,000-seat Multi-use Stadium The concept for a stadium was pitched by president and co-founder of Georgian International, Jamie Massie in October 2017. Mr. Massie helped bring the Barrie Molson Centre to the city more than 20 years ago, wants a 3,000-4,000-seat multi-use stadium constructed in our community. The city’s general committee has recommended the formation of a task force to investigate the feasibility of locating, constructing and operating a potential family-oriented sports and entertainment facility within the city. Under the proposal, a community consultation will take place throughout the summer and fall of 2018, to gauge support for the complex. Preferred locations will be discussed at that time. Consultation will take place through social media, public information centres, surveys conducted over the phone and at city events, and meetings with businesses, residents and potential user groups. But I would like to know what Ward 10 residents think of the idea. Do you think the City should spend your money on this? If so, where do you think it should located?.