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CITY OF BARRIE UPDATES
Jeff Sharp, Supervisor of Traffic Operations and Community Safety discussed the radar message boards that are currently located on Grove Street eastbound, between Duckworth Street and Cook Street, as well as Cook Street southbound, between Grove Street and Steele Street. Mr. Sharp mentioned that the message boards were previously located on Codrington Street and Blake Street. He indicated that staff are currently working on temporary speed cushion locations to propose to Council, evaluating the permanent speed cushions that have been placed throughout the City, and the impending installation of bike lanes, signs and paper markings on Johnson Street this summer.
Michael Gallagher, Zoning Officer indicated that there have been approximately 200 zoning complaints this year, 55% being from within the northeast end of the City, concerning property maintenance. Mr. Gallagher mentioned that staff in Development Services have started working on a new Zoning By-Law to go along with the new Official Plan.
Carrie Clark, Barrie Fire and Emergency Services mentioned that they have been out completing a Crew Assessment for Risk Reduction in multi-unit commercial and multi-unit residential properties, which consists of inspections of common areas, exit signs, emergency lighting, records, as well as doors and stairwells to ensure they are operating as designed and all are in compliance with the Fire Code. She indicated that the assessments helps with pre-planning in the event of a crisis.