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CONSULTATION CONCERNING MOTION 22-G-006, HOLLY COMMUNITY CENTRE NAMING RIGHTS
Councillor Riepma provided an overview of motion 22-G-006 concerning the Holly Community Centre Naming Rights and renaming of the centre as the “Peggy Hill Team Community Centre”.
Rebecca James-Reid, Executive Director of Access Barrie provided an overview of the vision for the “Peggy Hill Team Community Centre” which will include an opportunity to showcase and educate the community on the history of the Holly community. Cheri Harris, Marketing and Communications Manager described the location in the community centre for a historical display and the potential to incorporate a collage of photographs depicting the history of the Holly area.
The Committee discussed and provided its feedback and suggestions to Ms. James-Reid and Ms. Harris, such as adding a historical display, in addition to the community centre to the Holly Library, honouring the Veterans of Holly and the potential to incorporate signage throughout the City to educate the community on each of the areas of Barrie.
Ms. James-Reid discussed the next steps and proposed timelines related to the Community Centre. Deb Exel and Craig Froese advised that they will assist staff in Access Barrie with historical information related to the Holly area.