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TRANSIT AND PARKING STRATEGY - TRANSPORTATION
Jason Zimmerman, Supervisor of Transit Operations and Infrastructure and Julie MacDonald, Transit Coordinator provided of a presentation updating the programs, services and technology upgrades for Barrie Transit.
Mr. Zimmerman and Ms. MacDonald discussed slides concerning the following topics:
• What’s new at Barrie Transit;
• The Allandale Mobility Hub concepts for a new terminal and downtown mini-hub;
• The Transit Vision Project;
• An update on the Barrie Transit on Demand Pilot design and expansion potential;
• Updates to MyRide Barrie;
• The COVID-19 public health measurers for riders;
• Upgrades to booking software with Interactive Voice Response (IVR) and a Trapeze PASS version update;
• The Specialized Transit Fleet to improve ridership for clients and equipped with InQline Assist system; and
• Transit services and current fares for seniors.
Members of the Committee asked a number of questions to Mr. Zimmerman and Ms. MacDonald and received responses.