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COUNCIL SERVICE AWARD RECOGNITION OF FORMER WARD THREE COUNCILLOR, DOUG SHIPLEY
Mayor Lehman recognized Doug Shipley for his efforts and accomplishments during his nine years as a member of Council representing Ward Three.
Mayor Lehman commented on Doug’s commitment as Councillor and to the community. He highlighted Doug’s achievements while on Council including promotion of community safety.
Mayor Lehman discussed an incident that took place in July of 2012 wherein several residents in Ward Three were displaced from their homes for five days after the discovery of more than 80 improvised explosive devices and potentially dangerous chemicals. Mayor Lehman recognized Doug’s generosity, dedication and support to his Ward Three residents during the difficult situation.
Mayor Lehman presented Doug with a framed photograph of Barrie’s Waterfront and a cigarette butt out disposal unit from Barrie’s downtown as a token of appreciation of his nine years of service on Barrie’s City Council.
Doug Shipley thanked Mayor Lehman and members of Council for their support and friendships and the City staff for their dedication, hard work and availability when needed. He commented on his appreciation for the relationships he has built over the past nine years that will carry on in the future. Doug thanked his family for their support during his time on City Council and now onto his new endeavors.
In conclusion, he offered a piece of advice to Barrie City Council, to see a project through that you feel will make things better in the City, find a way, see it through and get it done.
Michael Prowse, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provided comments on his experiences from serving on City Council with Doug and then in his role as the City’s CAO. He acknowledged Doug’s dedication to his family, the residents in his Ward and across the City.
Members of Council provided comments describing their respect and admiration for Doug Shipley.