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October 21st

Contact Us Phone: (705) 726-4242 TTY: (705) 792-7910 E-mail: cityinfo@barrie.ca

November 5 – 6BarrieFolk: Roots Music FestivalGeorgian College, www.barriefolk.comBe entertained by some of the finest Canadian roots musicians with a mix of local and international performers. November 7ChoralfestBarrie Central Collegiate, W. A. Fisher Auditorium (705) 739-4299King Edward Choir, Lyrica, Bravado, Eastview Secondary School Senior Choir and Huronia Symphony Orchestra present Carmina Burana by Carl Orff. SESSIONS ARE DROP-IN AND FREE October 5 – December 1 Circle of Readers6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Angus Ross Room ORWednesdays: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Oro District Lions Programme RoomThis programme is aimed at building reading skills of 6 - 9 year old. Parents are reminded that they are to stay in the library while their child(ren) enjoy the programme. Please call or drop by the Children’s Information Desk at (705) 728-1010 ext. 7019.

October 30Spooktacular BreakfastAllandale Recreation Centre’Main Hall at 10:00 amThe members of the Allandale 55 + Centre invite you to this delicious breakfast served up hot and delicious, treat yourself, your goblins and your grand goblins to this mouth watering breakfast. Allandale’s famous pancakes, sausage, juice, tea, coffee along with games and prizes for the kids. Everyone Welcome!! Only $5.00 for adults and seniorsChildren under 10 only $3.50

Vote Early in The Municipal Election

October 21Advanced Internet Skills 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Meet at the computers upstairs.For adults who have done some Internet surfing but want to search more efficiently and learn new resources. Participants must be familiar with Internet Explorer or Firefox and Windows. Space is limited to 6 adults– first come, first served. For more info call (705) 728-1010 ext. 7020 October 27Around the World in 60 MinutesHadrian’s Wall and Scotland7:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Join Paul Mather as he shares his travelling experience to Scotland and explores historic sites in Edinburgh and the border counties. Come and discover Scottish history, the dramatic countryside and cities in this digital photography and video presentation. October 22 & 29Beginner Internet 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.This 2 part workshop will cover the basics of the World Wide Web and searching techniques. You must attend part 1 to attend part 2. This workshop is geared to people who do not have Internet experience.

October 30Groovy GoblinsHolly C.C. – Multi-Purpose Room 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.play.barrie.caCODE: 60865 $15 (R) / $16 (NR)Ages 6-10 yrs. Explore things that go bump in the night with kicks and jumps that delight! This workshop includes a jazz/hip hop lesson to fun spooky favourites like “Ghostbusters” and learning a routine inspired by Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.”It’s not too late to dance with us! We have a variety of classes starting in November for children and adults.

How Do I Vote?

Bring your voter notification card along with acceptable identification (showing your name, Barrie address and signature) when you go to vote.

Election officials will check your identification against the voters’ list and mark your name off the list. Although your voter notification card can not be used as identification, it allows Election officials to mark your name off the list faster.

You can vote once for Mayor and once for Councillor. You may also be entitled to vote once for School Board Trustee.

An election official will bring you to a voting machine and you will touch the screen to indicate your selections. You will be

provided an opportunity to review your selections carefully. Then simply press the “VOTE” button to cast your vote.

What Is Acceptable Identification?One piece of ID showing name, Barrie address and signature such as:

• Ontariodriver’slicence

• OntarioHealthCard(photocard with address)

• Ontariomotorvehiclepermit (plate portion)

• Cancelledpersonalizedcheque

• Mortgage,leaseorrentalagreement

• Insurancepolicy

• Loanorfinancialagreementwitha financial institution

• Documentissuedorcertifiedbyacourt in Ontario.

• Anyotherdocumentfromthe government of Canada, Ontario or a municipality in Ontario or from an agency of such a government.

• AnydocumentfromaBandCouncilin Ontario established under the Indian Act (Canada).

Please go to www.election.barrie.ca for more information on other acceptable pieces of identification.

NoticeOvernight Parking

RestrictionsBy-law 2007-209

Residents are reminded that from November 1 to April 15 each year, parking of a vehicle on any street or

part of a street within the City of Barrie between the hours of 12 midnight

and 7 a.m. is prohibited and subject to a $20.00 fine. Within the Downtown

Business Improvement Area, on street parking is prohibited between the

hours of 3 a.m. and 6 a.m.

Any vehicle found parked in contravention of By-law 2007-209

may be ticketed and/or towed.

By keeping the City streets clear of vehicles during this period, you allow the City crews access to help ensure

that your roadways are maintained and that large emergency vehicles can get down the street. Parking is prohibited

over sidewalks and the City boulevards.

“ONE LESS PLASTIC BAG”Canvas Bag Give Away

“Choose to Use” by picking up one of the City of Barrie’s canvas bags at the Farmer’s Market at City Hall, 70 Collier Street.

City of Barrie residents may receive one bag per family Free on Saturday, October 23, from 8:00 am to 12 noon (while supplies last).

Want more info?Please call (705) 739-4219.

PURCHASING BRANCHBID OPPORTUNITIES

DOCUMENTS are available on-line at Biddingo.com/Barrie or from the Purchasing Branch, 56 Mulcaster Street, Barrie ON during business hours Monday to Friday, 8:30 am. to 4:30 pm. For further information please visit www.barrie.ca or by telephone (705) 739-4220 Ext 4538 or Ext 5163 or by Email at purchasing@barrie.ca

Electronic copies are only available through Biddingo.com/barrie. The City of Barrie document fee does not apply to documents that are downloaded electronically through Bidding.com/barrie, however a Biddingo.com fee may be applicable.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION# FIN 2010-138Q

CLEANING & INSPECTION OF OIL GRIT

SEPARATOR DEVICES

This Quotation is being called to solicit bids from experienced qualified Bidders for the provision of services for the Cleaning & Inspection of thirty-two (32) Oil Grit Separator Devices located throughout the City of Barrie.

A non-refundable document fee of $30.00 plus HST applies to each hardcopy of the RFQ Document.

Closing: 4:30 p.m. local time, Thursday October 28. 2010.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION# FIN 2010-108Q

ELEVATOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICE FOR

VARIOUS CITY OF BARRIE FACILITIES

The City of Barrie is seeking submissions from qualified and experienced firms for the provision of monthly Elevator Preventative Maintenance Service at Various City of Barrie Facilities.

A non-refundable Document Fee of $30.00 plus HST applies to each hardcopy of the RFQ Document.

Closing: 4:30 p.m. local time, Thursday November 4. 2010

PURCHASING BRANCH Electronic copies are only available through Biddingo.com/barrie. The City of Barrie document fee does not apply to documents that are downloaded electronically through Bidding.com/barrie, however a Biddingo.com fee may be applicable.

THE CORPORATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY OR ALL SUBMISSIONS.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL# FIN 2010-109P

PROVISION OF AN ACCIDENT REPORTING & ATTENDANCE

MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The City of Barrie is seeking submissions from qualified and experienced firms for the provision of an Accident Reporting & Attendance Management System. A non-refundable Document Fee of $30.00 plus HST applies to each hardcopy of the RFP Document.

Closing: 4:30 p.m. local time, Thursday November 4, 2010.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION# FIN 2010-120Q

CONSTRUCTION AND TESTING OF SMALL DIAMETER

ENVIRONMENTAL WELLS

The City of Barrie is seeking submissions from qualified and experienced firms for the provision of Construction and Testing of Small Diameter Environmental Wells at Various City of Barrie Locations. A non-refundable Document Fee of $30.00 plus HST applies to each hardcopy of the RFQ Document. Closing: 4:30 p.m. local time, Thursday, November 4, 2010.

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION# FIN 2010-129I

SERVICE PROVIDERS FOR AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE

AND SERVICE FOR THE CITY OF BARRIE FLEET SERVICES

DEPARTMENT

The intent of this Request for Information is to solicit information from qualified companies outlining their capabilities, qualifications, and their relevant experience for Automotive Maintenance and Service to be performed for City of Barrie. The City of Barrie is seeking information from qualified service providers who support an organization of similar type and size to ascertain a strategy to manage the City’s Fleet servicing and maintenance requirements. The fleet consists of approximately 500 vehicles of varied sizes; light, medium and heavy. Please refer to attached list.

Closing: 4:30 p.m. local time, Thursday, November 4, 2010.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL# FIN 2010-003P

BARRIE WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

The City of Barrie invites submissions for its prestigious waterfront opportunity for a hotel complex with associated mixed use development; .strategically located at 1 – 15 Bayfield Street. The site is located within the Promenade District as envisioned in the City’s Downtown Commercial Master Plan, featuring uninterrupted exposure and views of the Kempenfelt waterfront and marina area, with excellent vehicular and pedestrian access.

Respondent Note:OPTIONAL INFORMATION MEETING is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Wednesday October 20, 2010, at the City of Barrie, Sir Robert Barrie Room, 2nd Floor City Hall, 70 Collier Street, Barrie, ON. Bid Documents will not be available at the meeting. A non-refundable fee document fee of $20.00 plus HST applies to each hardcopy of the RFP Document.

Closing: 4:30 p.m. local time, Thursday, November 25, 2010.

AUCTION SALE–SURPLUS EQUIPMENT

The City of Barrie will be placing the following vehicles in the local Public Auction Sale conducted by Northern Toronto Vehicle Auction.

FLOAT1991 35,000 Pound Float by JC Trailers2.55-75R22.5 Tires with 4,600 Gallon

Honda Powered Anti Ice Unit Installed in 2006

TO BE SOLD BY PUBLIC AUCTION

DATE: SATURDAY OCTOBER 30, 2010ADDRESS: 3230 THOMAS STREET, INNISFIL, ON (Highway # 400 & Innisfil Beach Road)TELEPHONE: 1-866-229-2253WEBSITE: www.ntva.ca

Preview & Registration 8:00 AMSale starts 9:00 AM

The City of Barrie’s leaf and yard waste collection is collected every week on your regular collection day for the months of

October and November.

For information on how to place leaf and yard waste at the curb, to ensure

collection, please refer to the 2010 Community Information and Waste

Reduction Calendar or visit www.barrie.ca. Materials must be placed curbside by

7a.m on their collection day.

Want More info? Please call (705) 739-4219.

Curbside Leaf & Yard Waste

Collection

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Volunteers at the City of Barrie 55 + Centres

Allandale and Parkview 55 + Centres are volunteer based centres and are always looking for enthusiastic people with skills and talents to share. Our volunteers are caring and

independent people, who are the driving force in our community.

Why Volunteer? Volunteering builds your community. Volunteers may require proof of Police Records Check at no cost to them or proof of insurance.

For more information visit www.barrie.ca or please call:Recreation Programmer, Heather Kenehan Recreation Programmer, Ian Sutherland (705) 739-4220 ext. 4773 (705) 739 4220 ext. 4591

This November, journey through time and exotic places without leaving Barrie. Let the best voices of the region take you from your seats and carry you through medieval times in Europe all the way to the 1950’s streets of New York City.

November 7th, the City of Barrie proudly launches its first annual Choralfest at 3:30 p.m. at the W.A.Fisher Auditorium in Barrie Central Collegiate, 125 Dunlop Street West. For Barrie’s 2010 Choralfest, the Huronia Symphony Orchestra will accompany over 130 voices of the Lyrica Choir, Bravado! Show Choir, the King Edward Choir, and some of the best vocal talent from Barrie High Schools. Each choir will bring their own unique style, from Lyrica’s excellence in choral chamber music, Bravado’s energetic choral-fusion and choreography to the King Edward Choir’s long-standing experience and cultivated talent.

Choralfest will highlight some of the best known and loved music in the classical choral tradition, giving you a selection from 19th century opera to 20th century musicals (West Side Story), including Verdi, Rossini, Bernstein, Puccini, and Borodin. The feature presentation is Carl Orff ’s Carmina Burana.

In a few hours, you will travel through medieval Spain where Gypsies praise hard work and good wine to early 20th century Japan where a young hopeful geisha waits for her husband to return. You will also witness the despair of an 18th Century French woman banished to New Orleans as well as the dawning hope of a modern-day Romeo and Juliet.

In all, Choralfest will include 11 stellar journeys:

• Carmina Burana #s 1,2,5 - Carl Orff • Intermezzo from Act III of “Manon Lescaut” - Puccini • Humming Chorus from “Madame Butterfly” - Puccini • Anvil Chorus from “Il Trovatore” - Verdi • Overture to La Gazza Ladra (thieving magpie) - Rossini • Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves - Verdi • Triumphal March and Ballet Music from “Aida” triumphal • March - Verdi • Overture to Candide - Bernstein • Somewhere - West Side Story • Prince Igor Polovstian Danses - Borodin • Carmina Burana #s 6,24,25 - Carl Orff Tickets are just $20 for adults and $10 for those under 18 years of age. For ticket information please contact (705)721-4752 or visit Music Pro at 56 Barrieview Drive. You can also email the Department of Culture at culture@barrie.ca for ticket information or visit the website www.barriechoralfest.ca.

Escape On A Musical Adventure With Barrie Choralfest

The City of Barrie wants to ensure that all residents have the ability

to cast their vote and Be Counted in the 2010 Municipal Election

and has made every effort to ensure that this is

fulfilled. Recognizing this, all of Barrie’s voting locations have been selected to provide accessibility for those who require varying support.

Each location features voting machines that

are accessible from a wheelchair offering touch

screen ballots with larger text size for electors who are

partially sighted. Audio ballots

are also available in combination with the Braille-embossed navigation buttons, to support voting in complete privacy for visually impaired voters. For further assistance, all Election Staff have received customer service training in accordance with the City of Barrie’s Accessible Customer Service Policy to provide a positive and inclusive voting experience and will be able to provide you with the support required.

The provision of accessible elections for all electors is one of the key principles associated with municipal elections. The 2010 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan was developed in consultation with Barrie’s Accessibility Advisory

Committee as part of the City’s commitment to the needs of persons with disabilities to identify and eliminate barriers to create a positive voting experience. The purpose of the Plan is to ensure that electoral services provide equal opportunity to all electors and candidates.

Guides for candidates on accessible elections, campaign offices and communications are available on the City’s website.

The 2010 City of Barrie Municipal Election will provide an election that respects the dignity and independence of all electors while maintaining the integrity of the election process.