The Lobbyist Registry came into effect on January 1, 2024, and forms part of the City of Barrie’s Accountability and Transparency framework. The registry documents instances of substantive communication — such as telephone calls, meetings, or emails — from a lobbyist to a City employee and/or member(s) of City Council.
Effective January 1, 2024, anyone who engages in lobbying as defined in the Lobbyist Registry By-law must register.
Shawna Petzold, Permit World Consulting Services Inc.
Councillor Jim Harris
Emailed Councillor Harris to gain clarification on why he was no longer in support of our request for an exception to the sign bylaw where he previously stated that he would support our proposal. Offered to provide additional clarification or answer to any questions or concerns that he may have.
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Signs
Consultant Lobbyist
Ashali Walia, Midnight Building Group
Jim Harris/ Councillor Ward 8
I am reaching out on behalf of Midnight Building Group regarding a proposal we are developing for rental condo buildings at 463-475 Yonge St, Barrie.
We are keen to introduce ourselves to you and share the objectives of our proposal. Equally important to us is to hear the councillor's valuable feedback and address any concerns they might have prior to the formal submission.
We appreciate your time, Thanks.
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Planning and Development
In-House Lobbyist
Melanie Teed-Murch, H.K. Travel ONroute
Mayor Alex Nuttal
Reached out to the Mayor's office for a phone call to discuss a proposal for the City of Barrie regarding LCS002-24 – Request for Exemption from Sign Bylaw – 201 Fairview Road.
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Planning and Development
In-House Lobbyist
Melanie Teed-Murch, H.K. Travel ONroute
Councilor Jim Harris
Emailed Mr. Harris a letter shared with the clerk for the upcoming General Committee to be held on Wednesday May 1, 2024 concerning LCS002-24 – Request for Exemption from Sign Bylaw – 201 Fairview Road.
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Planning and Development
In-House Lobbyist
Douglas Jure, theatre by the Bay
Gary Harvey
Person-to-person discussion regarding long-term financial support for the theatre company, and administrative policies that could be revised to the benefit of the theatre company's operations.
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Grants/Funding
Voluntary Unpaid Lobbyist
Iain Moggach, Theatre by the Bay
Bryn Hamilton
Iain Moggach seeks to have a call with Bryn Hamilton to discuss his open delegation to the Infrastructure and Community Investment Committee on April 17, 2024 concerning the Theatre by the Bay's accomplishments and contributions to the community and economy, and a request for funding, of which Councillor Hamilton is the Chair.
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Arts/Culture
In-House Lobbyist
David Frattaroli, The Safety Compliance Office
Mayor Nuttall
Develop a synergistic partnership with Provincial & Municipal Governments and Agencies focused on Construction Worker Safety, while creating a New Municipal Revenue Stream. We will visit every Construction Workplace in Partner Municipalities, regularly, to ensure Workers have the Required Training, Records & Documentation, and Worksite Conditions comply with the OHSA Legislation.
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Grants/Funding
In-House Lobbyist
Laura Lambie, Association of Consulting Engineering Companies of Ontario
Mayor Alex Nuttall
Introduced Mayor Nuttall to ACEC-Ontario and our local Simcoe Chapter. Discussed the work of consulting engineers, our industry and the role of professional design consultants, and ways to improve valuable infrastructure delivery.
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Infrastructure
In-House Lobbyist
Tony Marquis, Barrie Curling Club
Councillor Jim Harris
On behalf of the Barrie Curling Club - Norman Speake, Tony Marquis, John Foster - Voluntary unpaid lobbyists Melanie Hughes - in-house lobbyist (Manager, Barrie Curling Club) Met at City Hall on March 6, 2024 (12pm) with Councillor Harris, Councillor Harvey, Deputy Mayor Thomson, and CAO Michael Prowse to discuss the CHIA Order for 175 & 199 Essa Road and 50 Wood Street and the impact of the zoning and development of these properties as they may impact the Barrie Curling Club.
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Planning and Development
Voluntary Unpaid Lobbyist
Melanie Teed-Murch, H.K. Travel ONroute
Mayor Alex Nuttal
On February 28th, 2024, phone conversation with Mayor Nuttal re: application by HK Travel ONroute for an exemption to build a Digital Buildboard on Provincial lands with a MTO Minsiterial Order. The conversation was 7 minutes long, the Mayor asked the nature of the project which I briefed him on, explaining Barrie was the only municipality applying by-law requirements to a Class 1 Highway project. He asked for a spot for the city on the board which is not available due to contractual obligations
