Provincial Announcement Supports Barrie's Plan for Responsible Growth
I have just received an email from the city of Barrie regarding the long standing border dispute between Barrie and Innisfil.
This is the body of the email plus a map of the proposed new boundaries.
Provincial Announcement Supports Barrie's Plan for Responsible Growth
Following the announcement made by the Province, the City of Barrie is pleased that years of uncertainty have come to a positive conclusion. The announcement and Provincial legislation supports Barrie's plan for a stronger economy, slower population growth, and environmental sustainability. The decision is consistent with Places to Grow and reaffirms Barrie's role as an Urban Growth Centre.
"We are glad to see a resolution to the years of negotiations between our two communities," comments Mayor Dave Aspden. "It is now time to move forward and work collectively for the good of all of Barrie and area. On behalf of Council, I commend Minister Watson and Minister Aileen Carroll for their leadership in resolving this dispute."
"This announcement means more jobs, less long distance commuting, and more sustainable growth in our area. I am very pleased that this eight year long dispute is finally at an end. This announcement means we can start changing from being a bedroom community, to a complete community," adds Jeff Lehman, Chair of the Working Group on Boundary Expansion.
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