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Instead of hot spot, do presto? Or at least discount
The HotSpot app is not reliable. There has been too many issues. Why not switch to presto so buying passes are easier with no bugs and we aren't relying 100% on our phones if the app isn't working. Plus it will be easier to use one pass between Barrie and the Toronto area.
Or if that is not to be, why not do discounts if you buy the Hotspot pass? You are already saving money by not printing cards and paying someone for me to purchase from.
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Re-instate flashing lights during reduced speed hours
With the new speed enforcement cameras being installed, the lights warning when the reduced speed hours are active have been covered in black plastic.
As a former police officer, if I was to do this while conducting speed enforcement, this would constitute police trickery which would result in the case being tossed immediately.
Expecting someone to read a sign when entering a school zone only causes drivers to become distracted by trying to read the hours on the scene and not pay attention to pedestrians walking in the area.
Therefore I am requesting it to be mandatory that in areas…
79 votesThank you for participating in the City of Barrie's Suggestion Forum.
The sign indicating how the speed limit can differ depending on the time of year, the day, and time of day—related to times when children are travelling to and from schools—temporarily replaces the flashing lights to warn of a 40 km/h zone, which must be covered when cameras are active. The Government of Ontario doesn't permit speed limits that vary and flashing lights to be posted at the same time. A static speed limit sign allows a provincial offences officer to be 100% confident that the accurate speed limit was posted to advise drivers of the maximum speed, which helps ensure that the ASE regulation under the Highway Traffic Act (Regulation 398/19 Sec 3.1.6) can be fully met and that tickets can be issued.
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Deal with the rats.
The rat problem here is out of control, causing damages to homes and properties in the city. We’ve had green bins chewed through, trash cans, siding… etc. Killed 5 in an hour the other week with snaps, during the day. The bait boxes don’t work effectively enough to deal with the population the city is dealing with. Something needs to be implemented so residents can have some peace of mind. I’ve witnessed this throughout the city as I’m sure many others have. I will refrain from uploading the images I have at this time.
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allow ball python and boa snakes
change exotic animal by law to allow ball python and boas in to Barrie
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400 and mapleview
The congestion around 400 and mapleview is insane. There are too many access points for businesses with lack of ease of accessibility.
Could it be possible to move the access to the go southbound on 400 from Mapleview to Lockhart road maybe. Even an on ramp too ?
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Create another disc golf course
The current disc golf course is one of the most used courses in all of Canada. It is frequently busy and often has out of town visitors as well.
It would be amazing if the town could add an additional course as it would reduce the traffic on the current course and allow for more options when playing disc golf in Barrie.
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Convert Cundles St sidewalk to multi use trail Anne St to Coulter.
There currently is no viable cycle route from Letitia Heights and area to the commercial area around Bayfield St. The Cundles road allowance is very wide and could accommodate some kind of off-street bike path.
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Implement More Inclusive Transit Pass Options
Currently the City of Barrie offers two types of bus passes that are suitable for regular bus users: the 10-Ride Card ($30) or the Monthly Pass ($91). The problem with this system is that it does not cover the varying needs of your citizens.
The 10-Ride Card only provides a small discount ($3.00 per ride instead of $3.50). It might need to be repurchased frequently, requiring citizens to travel to one of a few select locations (likely spending one of their rides in the process).
The Monthly Pass is only worth the cost for those who travel more than 30…
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Pave the lower parking of Painswick park
Painswick park lower parking lot has been a parking disaster for years, people parking whichever way and where ever they want. I won’t be surprised if people
Block the new upper lot as there is no designated spots in the lower lot. The community has been complaining for years about this lot but nothing has been done and no one can be ticketed as there are no designated spots. I do not understand why they would not have paved this when building the new park and paving the upper half.28 votesFollowing several amendments to the proposed 2024 Business Plan and Budget, City Council approved the City’s portion of the 2024 Budget on December 6, 2023. Paving of the Painswick Park parking lot was included in the budget. For more budget highlights, visit www.barrie.ca/budgets.
The status suggestion will be updated to "completed" once the project is listed at Municipal Infrastructure Projects.
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More Splash pads water parks near Mapleview and huronia
We need more splash pads or water parks in barrie
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Wind phone
Sunnidale Park would be a great place to put a wind phone. For people who don't know what it is, please google it. It is an unconnected phone that people can use to say goodbye to loved ones they never got a chance to say goodbye to.
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Place some benches or picnic tables at the Busby centre so the poor homeless people can get off their feet while waiting for a bed.
They stand and walk around all day, to come back to busby shelter to stand even long while outside to see if they get a bed. Some benches, etc and a shelter would help them a bit.
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Introduce clothing optional.
It would be wonderful if the the city of Barrie or Simcoe County could relegate a park or beach that would be clothing optional.
Like Europe, I think it would be welcomed by many!!!1 vote -
Tram system
The public transportation has never been the greatest in Barrie. I think we should have a tram system around the city to move people around easier. I bet more people would use public transportation if it was simple with more lines around town and marketing it as being more convenient then driving.
Similar to the Europe trams-I have attached the one from Basel Switzerland which is just as bit as Barrie.1 vote -
More garbage bins and dog bags
As a dog owner, I find that there are not enough garbage bins around the city to dispose. Also, although I bring my own bags, sometimes I don’t have enough or forget-or notice that someone has not picked up. It would be great if there could be dog **** bags available in the more popular dog walking areas.
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Rename the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport the Gordon Lightfoot Regional Airport
Hello! I recently posted on the Nextdoor local app with regards to renaming the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport to the Gordon Lightfoot Regional Airport.
I have had in the last few days, over 40 responses agreeing to this change! It would be awesome if the City of Barrie could support me in this cause!!!
Thanks in advance for any support!Bob McNair
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Stop light at the corner of the Queensway and Prince William Way.
Traffic has increased greatly on Prince William Way with the new high school. The crosswalk light near the Queensway is confusing for drivers. The elementary school is right there. Either a regular traffic light needs to be put on the corner or a traffic attendant needs to be present in the morning/afternoon to safely help kids cross.
2 votesRequests for road signs and/or signals are to be directed to the ward councillor. This intersection is in ward 10. Ward 10 Councillor Bryn Hamilton's email address is bryn.hamilton@barrie.ca.
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