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OSMOND J. ROWE RECOGNITION
Mr. Ian Rowe provided a presentation requesting consideration to recognize his father, Osmond J. Rowe for his contributions to the City of Barrie in the form of a plaque or naming of a park in the City.
Mr. Rowe provided a brief history concerning his father's contributions to the City of Barrie:
· Practiced law for 58 years, and served 49 years as the City Solicitor for the City of Barrie;
· Designed the City of Barrie and Simcoe County Law Association Coats of Arms;
· Volunteered for several community organizations;
· One of the founding members for the Barrie Yacht Club;
· Involved in the development of Barrie's waterfront and establishing the Barrie Marina, the creation of Centennial Beach and Lakeshore Road; and
· Recipient of the City of Barrie Sesquicentennial Award.
The Committee thanked Mr. Rowe for his presentation and advised him that the Committee will consider this matter at a future meeting.