APPOINTMENTS TO COMMITTEES OF COUNCIL Barrie City Council invites applications from citizens who desire to have their names considered for appointment to the various committees listed below. This is an opportunity for you to participate in the operation of your City. Barrie Public Library Board - This board is responsible for planning and policy decisions related to the City's public library service. Individuals with marketing, financial, legal or planning expertise or who have a keen interest in the development of library services and facilities are encouraged to apply. Seven (7) citizens may be appointed for a term to expire November 30, 2014. Communities in Bloom – This committee endeavours to help facilitate the development of Barrie, in the Communities in Bloom national municipal beautification contest, with a focus on flowers, landscaping, gardens, beautification and environmental awareness. Five (5) citizens may be appointed for a term to expire November 30, 2014. Environmental Advisory Committee - The purpose of this committee is to promote the protection, maintenance and awareness of the environment within the community and to provide advice concerning environmental policy, planning and sustainability. Five (5) citizens may be appointed for a term to expire November 30, 2014. Town and Gown Committee – The mandate of this committee is to develop and enhance relationships, communications and policies between Georgian College, students, the City and the community. One (1) citizen may be appointed for a term to expire November 30, 2014. Property Standards Committee - The purpose of this committee is to hear appeals from owners or occupants who are not satisfied with the terms of an Order issued under the City’s By-law 84-200, Minimum Standards and Occupancy By-law. Five (5) citizens will be appointed for a term to expire November 30, 2014. Application forms are available on the City of Barrie’s website www.barrie.ca Applications containing details regarding qualifications and applicable experience for the above appointment may be directed to the undersigned at the City Clerk's Office at City Hall 70 Collier Street, Striking Committee For information on news, events, and more visit us online at www.barrie.ca Upcoming Events January 13th Contact Us Phone: (705) 726-4242 TTY: (705) 792-7910 E-mail: [email protected] Are You Interested In Employment Opportunities with the City of Barrie? Visit barrie.ca January 15 Candy Making 4-5 pm @ The Holly Youth Centre Youth 11-18yrs. Candy has never tasted better when you make it yourself! Join us to learn the tips and tricks to candy making and take home a goodie bag! Barrie Public Library (705) 728-1010, www.library.barrie.on.ca 60 Worsley Street January 13 Around the World in 69 Minutes: Best of Egypt 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Wendy Taylor and her husband recently hosted a twelve day long tour of Egypt. Join us as she shares their visit to The Valley of the Kings and Luxor and a cruise down the Nile River. All adults are welcome. January 12 - March 2 Celebrations and Traditions Around the World Wednesdays - 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Oro District Lions Program Room The Barrie Public Library is happy to partner with Lakehead University in Orillia to offer this program led by Education Student Melissa. Winterizing Your Curb Collection F or kids, snowboarders, and for some snow-blower owners, abundant snow promises a good time. But when it comes to waste collection, heavy snowfalls mean mountainous snow banks, which can be a nuisance for you and even a danger for waste collectors. This winter, here’s how you can winterize your curbside collection materials to ensure that your household waste is collected every time and to minimize other problems or dangers: Where to put it? Please place your collection materials in a visible location, on the right side (facing the street) of the end of your driveway, ensuring that they are placed well out of the way of snow-removal equipment’s path. Knee Height or Lower Materials placed high on top of snow banks not only make waste collection a challenge for waste collectors, but can compromise their health and safety. For this reason, it is advised to place your collection at knee height (approximately 2 ft) or lower to ensure that is picked up. Spilled Contents If collection materials are hit by snow removal equipment prior to collection, you are responsible for the clean-up. Any blue, gray, or organics bins damaged in the process can be replaced by calling (705) 739-4219. Keep it Dry To prevent snow build-up and to prevent waste from freezing to the bottom and sides of your containers, keep your recycling boxes and organic bins in a dry area throughout the week. Lining your organics bin with a certified compostable (e.g. paper) liner is another way to prevent waste from freezing onto your bin. Frozen Waste Lining Your Bins Please note, since excessive force necessary to remove frozen matter lining your bins could cause damage, collectors are required to only tap them lightly. Therefore, some materials frozen onto your waste bins and boxes may remain. Make Your Collection Visible Remember it is your responsibility on waste collection day to remove any snow covering collection materials due to snowfall or snow-removal equipment in order to make them visible and accessible. Christmas Trees Christmas trees free of plastic and decorations are collected weekly throughout the month of January on your regular waste collection day. Trees must be visible and accessible ( maximum 2.6 metres in height) Remove any snow coverage due to snowfall or snow- removal equipment. Visit www.barrie.ca for more information on waste collection or call (705) 739-4219 Are you tired of being a starving artist? Do you have a strategy for securing your financial future? The City of Barrie is undertaking a Review of both the Property Standards By-law No. 2006-26 and the Clean yards by-law No. 90-355. These by- laws govern the maintenance and upkeep of all properties and structures in the City of Barrie. The City is looking for input from all stakeholders including property owners, tenants and property managers for the standards that the community wants. This input will be considered for inclusion in the revised by-laws to be presented to Council in the Spring of 2011. There will be two Open Houses held in the Sir Robert Barrie Room located on the second floor of City Hall from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on: Thursday, January 13th and Thursday, January 27th 2011. There will be an opportunity to review the proposed property standards. Staff will also be on hand to answer questions, accept comments and suggestions. Should you have any comments or questions about the Review or the process involved, please contact Chris Alexander, Supervisor Property and Zoning Standards at [email protected] or (705) 739-4220 ext. 4313. Financial Planning for the Artist Property Maintenance By-laws Review Open Houses Fire Permits Notice (Outdoor Solid Fuel Burning Appliances) Barrie Fire & Emergency Service All OSFBA expired as of December 31, 2010. Effective January 1, 2011 permits will be subject to an annual fee of $10. Permits will be available at Station #1, 65 Vespra St. at a cost of $10 (cash only). Online applications are not available at this time. *Tenants require the owner’s permission in writing (email/letter) to obtain a permit. For further information call (705) 728-3199 or visit www.barrie.ca Clearing Snow on Your Property The City devotes a great deal of resources to keep your streets and sidewalks clear of snow and ice after a snow fall. Frequently, residents push, throw or otherwise deposit snow and ice from their property onto the street or sidewalk not realizing that this action contravenes municipal regulations. This practice contributes to unsafe driving and walking conditions and increases the cost of providing winter road maintenance. You can make a difference. When you are clearing snow from your driveway, please keep this snow on your property. Your efforts in helping us make winter driving and walking safe for everyone are appreciated. January 22 Introductory Magic Workshop 1:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m., Angus Ross Room Learn how to do some magic tricks using simple household items. We are very pleased to have the Amazing Frank Clarkson leading this workshop as we have all enjoyed his many incredible magic shows at the library. For ages 6-10 (no exceptions). Cost is $10.00 per child and there is a limit of 20 children. Register at the Children’s Information Desk or call (705) 728-1010 ext. 7019. Payment must be made at time of registration to guarantee a spot in the workshop. This program will educate children about other cultures, including hands on activities and will be monitored jointly by Library staff and Lakehead University faculty. Register at the Children’s Information Desk or by calling (705) 728-1010 ext. 7019. Free. For ages 7-11 years. Limit of 12 children. January 13 - March 3 Kinder Read Thursdays -1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Oro District Lions Program Room The Barrie Public Library is pleased to support Lakehead University Education Students by offering this program opportunity. Stories, songs and other literacy activities for children ages 3 – 5 years. Parents are not present at this program but must remain in the Library. Library staff and Lakehead University staff will be jointly monitoring this program. Register in person at the Children’s Information Desk in person or by calling (705) 728-1010 ext. 7019. Limit of 12 children. January 18,19 – March 8, 9 Circle of Readers - Winter Session Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Angus Ross Room or Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m., Lions Oro Program Room This program is aimed at children who need a bit of help building their reading skills. Under the supervision of library staff and volunteers, children ages 6-9 years come together to read for fun. Volunteers work one on one with a child for the first part of the hour, reading and doing reading games. Everyone then joins in a circle to share a book. This program is free but you must register your child. Register at the Children’s Information Desk or by calling (705) 728-1010 ext. 7019. P.O. Box 400, L4M 4T5. Please return your completed application to the address noted below, in person, by mail, by email at deputation@ barrie.ca or by fax at (705) 739-4243 no later than 12:00 p.m. noon on Wednesday, January 19, 2011. For further information, please contact, Nina Brancaccio at (705) 739-4220, Ext. 4420.Personal information received in response to this notice is collected under the authorities of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001. Dawn A. McAlpine, City Clerk The City of Barrie 70 Collier Street, P.O. Box 400, L4M 4T5 New BMC Box Office Hours (for event tickets hosted at BMC) Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 12:00 noon 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm For more info visit www.barrie.ca This workshop will help you take the first steps in creating a plan that will improve your financial health by taking control of your money. Learn how to develop a financial plan for working in the arts. Topics covered will be budgeting, managing debt, paying yourself first, building your portfolio with wealth building strategies and managing your taxes. This workshop will be held at 24 Maple Avenue, 2nd floor Board Room on Saturday January 22 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. There is no cost for this workshop as it is sponsored by the City of Barrie Department of Culture, however you must pre-register by emailing us at [email protected] or call us at (705) 739-4299. BARRIE MOLSON CENTRE on January 25th meet the new Barrie.ca we're launching a new & improved website