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1. Crosswalk and stoplight at Harvey/Thrushwood intersection

   The intersection of Harvey and Thrushwood is an intersection between a main road and one of two exist to the nearby residential neighbourhood. In addition, the following places are right by the intersection:

   • Trillium Woods Elementary School

   • Trillium Woods Daycare Centre

   • A residential neighbourhood

   • Discovery Daycare Centre

   • A new multi resident family condo developments (right down the road at the Harvey/Veterans intersection, less than 200m away)

   • A different new multi resident family condo development (Harvey/Thrush is 3 way intersection, the 4th side of intersection is where condo will be built)

   • 4 bus stations within a 5 minute walk

   • Veteran Woods Park

   • Montserrand Park

   • Plaza at 420 Essa Road (has starbucks, shoppers, pizza, and subway, which kids and teens are often hanging out at after school)

   Due to the school, residential neighbourhood, bus stops, and general closeness to many peoples homes, this street is frequented with pedestrian traffic, and this traffic is often young. Many kids use this path while walking home from school, or from the bus stops nearby. Many kids use this intersection to walk to the nearby plaza or parks to hang out with their friends.

   I can attest to this as I was one of these kids about a decade ago. However, in the time since, the road has gotten exponentially busier and more dangerous for pedestrians. This is a high traffic area, and needs to be accessable to pedestrians.

   It is also very difficult for traffic coming from Thrushwood (which is a main road connecting a residential neighbourhood to Harvey) to make turns since there is no traffic light. It is currently a three-way turn with the oncoming traffic from Harvey often going at 60km/h or more, and is very busy during rush hour, with all 3 lanes of traffic being quite heavy. This makes right turns hard, and left turns next to impossible. The rest of the intersections on this road have stoplights and pedestrian walkways.

   I think it is high time that one is added to the Harvey/Thrushwood intersection as well.

   The intersection of Harvey and Thrushwood is an intersection between a main road and one of two exist to the nearby residential neighbourhood. In addition, the following places are right by the intersection:

   • Trillium Woods Elementary School

   • Trillium Woods Daycare Centre

   • A residential neighbourhood

   • Discovery Daycare Centre

   • A new multi resident family condo developments (right down the road at the Harvey/Veterans intersection, less than 200m away)

   • A different new multi resident family condo development (Harvey/Thrush is 3 way intersection, the 4th side of intersection is where condo will be built)

   • 4 bus stations within a 5 minute walk

   • Veteran Woods… more

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2. consider offering interest-free monthly payment plans for property taxes to residents who are struggling to pay and are currently in arrears

   This option would help homeowners manage their payments more sustainably while still ensuring the City receives owed taxes.

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3. Restrict Parking on Huronia Rd between Lockhart and Mapleview

   On-street parking on Huronia Rd between Lockhart and Mapleview has been causing serious safety issues, as well as impeding the flow of traffic for several years. I suggest the City take action and install "no parking signs" along that stretch of Huronia.

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4. Consider Pedestrian-First / People-First Street Design for New Developments

   As Barrie continues to grow, the design of new developments presents a critical opportunity to shape the kind of city we want to live in. Adopting a pedestrian-first, people-first approach to street design is not just an urban planning trend, it is a proven strategy for building safer, healthier, and more economically vibrant communities.

   Prioritizing pedestrians means designing streets that are safe, accessible, and inviting for all users, including children, seniors, and individuals with mobility challenges. Features such as wider sidewalks, protected crossings, traffic calming measures, and integrated cycling infrastructure reduce the risk of accidents and encourage more active modes of transportation. For example, placing parking lots at the back of a store allows for the front of the store to support community. Park Place, for example, attempted to create community, but missed this opportunity by placing parking lots in front of stores, and roads in the middle.

   From an economic perspective, people-first streets consistently drive higher local business activity. When streets are designed for people rather than just vehicles, they naturally encourage foot traffic, longer visits, and stronger engagement with local shops, cafes, and services. This creates more vibrant neighborhoods and supports small business growth which is an important priority for Barrie’s local economy.

   Additionally, pedestrian-first design aligns with sustainability goals by reducing reliance on cars, lowering emissions, and supporting more efficient land use. As infrastructure costs rise, designing compact, walkable communities can also reduce long-term maintenance and transportation expenses for the city.

   Importantly, this approach does not eliminate vehicle access, it simply rebalances priorities to ensure streets serve people first. By embedding these principles into new developments now, Barrie can proactively avoid costly retrofits in the future and position itself as a forward-thinking, livable city that attracts residents, families, and investment.

   Investing in people-first streets is ultimately an investment in Barrie’s long-term quality of life.

   As Barrie continues to grow, the design of new developments presents a critical opportunity to shape the kind of city we want to live in. Adopting a pedestrian-first, people-first approach to street design is not just an urban planning trend, it is a proven strategy for building safer, healthier, and more economically vibrant communities.

   Prioritizing pedestrians means designing streets that are safe, accessible, and inviting for all users, including children, seniors, and individuals with mobility challenges. Features such as wider sidewalks, protected crossings, traffic calming measures, and integrated cycling infrastructure reduce the risk of accidents and encourage more active modes… more

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5. Add sidewalks within Reid Drive and King Street Area

   The plazas built within Reid Drive and King Street offer many services for Barrie residents, however, they are unwalkable and unsafe, yet, people are frequently walking in these areas to attend services such as Athletic Kulture, Club Pilates, Jujitsu, Axe throwing, etc...Additionally, people frequently speed down these areas and walkers are at risk of getting hit.

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6. Allow cars to park on city streets that display a yoga studio parking pass on the dash.
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7. Expand On-Street Parking - Franks Way

   I am a new homeowner here in Barrie, I now live on a relatively new street Franks Way just off of Burton in the South End. Between the stretch of 16 houses there is a small permitted area for on-street parking of 5 vehicles. Over the span of the several months living here this small area is CONSTANTLY full resulting in residents of this street and their guests parking in the "No Parking Area". Multiple neighbours have been issued tickets simply because their driveway is full and so is the very tiny area designated on the street itself.

   This designated area could easily be doubled in size without jeopardizing the safety of the drivers and pedestrians around. Attached is a picture of the street and the highlighted area is the parking area in question. There are various single spots on the opposing curb but that side should become a no parking zone and the highlighted side opened up as having cars on both sides can create dangerous circumstances. Homeowners should not receive tickets for parking outside of their house one car space outside of the 5-car designated area when it is full.

   I am a new homeowner here in Barrie, I now live on a relatively new street Franks Way just off of Burton in the South End. Between the stretch of 16 houses there is a small permitted area for on-street parking of 5 vehicles. Over the span of the several months living here this small area is CONSTANTLY full resulting in residents of this street and their guests parking in the "No Parking Area". Multiple neighbours have been issued tickets simply because their driveway is full and so is the very tiny area designated on the street itself.

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   AdminCity of Barrie (Admin, City of Barrie) responded

   Your concern, including screenshot, has reached Traffic staff for review. To follow up on any updates regarding this review, please contact Service Barrie at 705-726-4242 or ServiceBarrie@barrie.ca and reference service request #86806.

8. Adopt a hydrant

   Promote residents to adopt their local fire hydrant and keep them clear of snow for quick access if they’re ever needed.

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9. Lower the height of speed bumps on Hanmer

   The speedbumps on Hanmer are ridiculously high/steep. And I believe there are three sets of them.
   
   Speedbumps in other parts of the city seem lower, or possibly they are longer, so that you don’t feel a giant jolt on the way down from the bump.

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   AdminCity of Barrie (Admin, City of Barrie) responded

   To confirm: The heights of the Hanmer Drive speed cushions were measured by the City's Linear Infrastructure group and were found to be constructed at similar heights to the other locations. A list of all locations and more information about traffic calming is available at http://www.barrie.ca/TrafficCalming

10. New tagline or slogan for our city: “Barrie, Better With You!”

    The last slogan/tagline was removed because people didn’t know what it meant. We want to interest people & business to come to Barrie. With this slogan/tagline it comes across you will make a difference, we want you, feels welcoming to new people….

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11. Better bus service

    The buses here still need a lot of work. New system barely ever meets up with other buses if you have to connect. The new station feels like it is in the middle of nowhere. No buses ever really match up with GO Train arrivals either. The frequency also needs to be stepped up

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12. Presto Card System for Barrie Transit

    To the City of Barrie and Council,

    Barrie Transit should adopt the system required to allow riders to pay not only by exact cash, but by debit, credit and Presto. A majority of the GTA and York Regional Transit accept Presto, Debit and Credit, allowing riders a more versatile and convenient way of travelling between cities such as Hamilton, Toronto, Aurora, and even Ottawa. The Barrie Transit system remains old and out dated.

    Countless times I have witnessed newcomers to Barrie trying to pay for Barrie Transit with their Presto cards, assuming that Barrie is the same as any other city, only to be shut down by transit drivers. Although Barrie provides a free transfer from the GO Train onto Barrie Transit by showing a Presto card, that individual now has to find a way to find payment should they need to take the bus again elsewhere in the city beyond the 90 minute transfer window. With Barrie being apart of the Barrie Line for the GO train, sending and receiving multiple trains and GO busses throughout the morning and evening, one would think the Presto system would be used like the other municipalities along the Barrie line.

    Individuals can order Presto cards online, load and set-up auto reload on the Presto app. Adopting this province-wide system will allow riders to move between municipalities without having to buy separate tickets or learn a new fare-system altogether, which is a constant barrier. Adopting this system would also benefit students, workers, and leisure travellers and provide a better incentive to using the transit system. Ridership will increase because people will feel better connected to other municipalities and appreciate the simplicity of the fare system.

    Adopting the Presto Card system into Barrie Transit has other benefits as well. First of all, it would provide better data collection that will allow operations to view more accurate on/off peak times, review and revise routes and because of a shared infrastructure, there will be a reduce in long-term operating costs. A province-wide PRESTO system creates integration, efficiency, fairness, and convenience and I hope that the City of Barrie, Council Members and other individuals in the city feel the same as I do.

    Thank you.

    To the City of Barrie and Council,

    Barrie Transit should adopt the system required to allow riders to pay not only by exact cash, but by debit, credit and Presto. A majority of the GTA and York Regional Transit accept Presto, Debit and Credit, allowing riders a more versatile and convenient way of travelling between cities such as Hamilton, Toronto, Aurora, and even Ottawa. The Barrie Transit system remains old and out dated.

    Countless times I have witnessed newcomers to Barrie trying to pay for Barrie Transit with their Presto cards, assuming that Barrie is the same as any other… more

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13. Signs for hidden driveway at corner of st vincent and cundles rd e. Complete stop on right hand turn

    Drivers do not stop before making a right hand turn , also blocking driveway.Very dangerous for pedestrions. Standing waiting to cross .also cars from exiting or
    Entering driveway.

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    AdminCity of Barrie (Admin, City of Barrie) responded

    Details of your concern have reached Service Barrie and Operations staff will investigate. Should you wish to follow up on this, please contact Service Barrie at ServiceBarrie@barrie.ca or 705-726-4242 and reference service request #85193.

    For information about Service Barrie please visit www.barrie.ca/contact