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COLUMN Cancel culture wants to put the brakes on biking
OrilliaMatters
9Cool your jets. Bike lanes aren’t being canceled locally. Have you driven downtown in any large city where bike lanes have been installed? It’s chaos! Even on the weekends. Roads weren’t originally designed for bicycles or pedestrians. Future urban planning can adjust. But for now, cancelling “some” bike lanes is the practical thing to do.
8- Slim Jr.
OSMH CEO reflects on time in Orillia, health-care challenges
OrilliaMatters 14I am in disbelief of any negative commentary. For a city our size we are blessed to have this facility and even more blessed with the quality of care at OSMH. Nursing care exceeds any expectation you could have. If you ever are unfortunate enough to have to visit any “big city” hospital you will immediately notice the “institutional atmosphere” compared to the friendly atmosphere in Orillia. Wake up. We have an amazing g hospital and leadership has helped to create that environment.
3- Slim Jr.
COLUMN: Orillia's 'forced sprawl' comes with a huge price tag
OrilliaMatters 14The commercial and industrial tax base must be expanded ahead of any residential development. The residential tax base burden is nearly double that of neighbouring townships. Otherwise we will be a “neighbourhood community “ for the more progressive cities.
- Slim Jr.
'Disappointing': High costs derail Orillia’s red light camera plan
OrilliaMatters 4You could never make this a cost recoverable measure. How many infractions are recorded in similar jurisdictions with similar traffic volumes? How would this solve a “calming issue”? Give it up please.
5- Slim Jr.
EcoPoly Solutions to expand west Orillia site with large additions
OrilliaMatters 8Great news. Expansion of the industrial tax base.
- Slim Jr.
Conservation authority warns of salt threat to Lake Simcoe ecosystem
OrilliaMatters 2Over 100 employees on the taxpayers’ ticket.
2- Slim Jr.
Will your street or sidewalk be paved in 2026? We have the answer
OrilliaMatters 1Why did they stop at the bridge on Victoria Crescent? We were down to one lane half the summer and now a lousy patch jobs is sufficient? The tax roll on this street warrants further consideration.
1- Slim Jr.
Six-storey, 150-suite hotel on the horizon in west Orillia
OrilliaMatters 2Great news. Expansion of the commercial tax base to reduce the burden on the residential base. Perhaps just a few more parking spots for staff and every room.
- Slim Jr.
City says facilities will begin to reopen as storm cleanup continues
OrilliaMattersMy compliments to the Mayor and the city for responding so quickly and effectively. I just returned from the Rec Centre from my second daily visit and was very impressed. Food, beverages charging stations and showers for those that need them. Well done to all. EMS was on site to help someone in distress. Excellent anticipation.
- Slim Jr.
Gravenhurst Curling Club 'facing serious financial pressure' on 125th anniversary
OrilliaMattersThe Orillia Curling Club pays rent for the facility and all the promotional revenue goes to the city as well. The city owns the facility and uses it year round. Thankfully they put up the original capital cost but the revenue stream from the curling club, restaurant and other events provides a return on the city’s investment.
- Slim Jr.
