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Community Improvement Plan gets green light from Council
Posted on Tuesday, June 28, 2016 05:30 AM
For immediate release (June 28, 2016) – Orillia Council approved the Downtown Tomorrow Community Improvement Plan (DTCIP), which includes eight financial incentives designed to stimulate development in the City’s core, at its public meeting on June 27.
“We’ve been working hard over the past year to ensure the DTCIP is flexible and meets the needs of both current and potential business owners,” said Mayor Steve Clarke. “Council is confident that the final plan will help stimulate new development...
City welcomes new Director of Economic Development
Posted on Monday, June 27, 2016 04:45 PM
For immediate release (June 27, 2016) – Orillia City Council would like to welcome Mr. Ian Bromley as the new Director of Economic Development for the City of Orillia starting July 4, 2016. Orillia Council approved hiring the new Director of Economic Development at its meeting on June 27, following an extensive recruitment and interview process.
“Advancing economic development in Orillia is one of Council’s top priorities and we continue to make significant investments into the current and future...
Water Smart Day on June 25 at Couchiching Beach
Posted on Thursday, June 23, 2016 10:45 AM
Learn about water safety at the sixth annual Orillia Water Smart Day on Saturday, June 25, 2016, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Couchiching Beach Park.
Water Smart Day is a free public event aimed at educating the community about drowning prevention and strategies to keep you and your family safe in and around the water. Enjoy playing water smart games, face painting, water balloon challenges, lifeguard demonstrations and free Swim to Survive lessons from 2 to 4 p.m.
“As Orillians, we are lucky to...
Walk n’ Wheel Wednesday in Orillia on June 22
Posted on Monday, June 13, 2016 06:45 AM
For immediate release (June 13, 2016) – Ditch the car and hit the pavement in support of the second annual Walk n’ Wheel Wednesday in Orillia on June 22.
“With more than 30 km of trails and a network of bicycle lanes and sharrows on local roadways, Orillia is a community that continues to invest in active transportation,” said Mayor Steve Clarke. “Join me for the second annual Walk n’ Wheel Wednesday on June 22and discover just how rewarding it is to leave the car behind for a day!”
The Mayor...
Orillia Fire Department seeking feedback for 10-year Fire Master Plan
Posted on Wednesday, June 08, 2016 08:00 AM
For immediate release (June 8, 2016) – Help the Orillia Fire Department develop its new Fire Master Plan by providing feedback on fire services in Orillia via a survey.
In an ongoing effort to ensure the Orillia Fire Department is meeting the needs of our community, the City of Orillia is creating a community-driven fire master plan to guide operational improvements and enhance how the service is provided throughout the community. Emergency Management and Training Inc., a local consulting firm,...
