Ward 8 going to the polls December 3

Barrie Advance August 28 2012 

BARRIE – As anticipated, Barrie City Council at its general meeting on Monday rubberstamped a proposal to hold a by-election to fill the vacant seat created when Ward 8 councillor Jennifer Robinson resigned a few weeks ago. 

Robinson captured the seat in 2010.

The position had been officially declared vacant at the last council session on Aug. 13. 

A formal process must be followed in order to choose a successor. 

On Monday, council passed a by-law calling for an election to be held on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012.

The nomination period opened Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. 

Interested candidates can file their intentions until Friday, Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. at City Hall. Anyone having second thoughts can withdraw their candidacy up until the same date and time.

Nominations will be certified by the city clerk’s department on Monday, Oct. 22. 

Voter cards and notification letters will be issued no later than Nov. 12, 2012.

An advance-voting day has been scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 24 at the Southshore Community Centre. Hours have still to be determined. 

Election day will follow at the same location on Monday, Dec. 3.

The winning candidate takes their seat at the council table on Monday, Dec. 17, 2012.

Mayor Jeff Lehman said that By-Law 146, dealing with the by-election, would be signed immediately after the council meeting.

The costs of the by-election are covered through funds held in the city’s reserve election funding. 

Barrie Advance August 13 2012

BARRIE- Barrie councillors agreed unanimously to send Ward 8 residents to the polls Monday night.

The seat of Coun. Jennifer Robinson was declared vacant after she tendered her resignation Aug. 1.

Council is expected to ratify the by-election decision Aug. 27, which would mean nominations of candidates would start Aug. 28.

Residents in the Allandale area would see election signs in late October, and election day is anticipated to be Monday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m.

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Barrie residents going to the pollsancy is filled.”

Robinson could not be reached for comment.

 

By Laurie Watt Barrie Advance Aug 02, 2012

BARRIE – Ward 8 Coun. Jennifer Robinson has resigned for health reasons.

With more than two years left in her term, the former 35-year-old figure skating champion turned politician resigned Wednesday night. 

“During the last 18 months, I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunities and will always cherish the privilege of representing the residents of Ward 8,” she said in a statement.

“I have met so many wonderful Barrie residents. I will also miss my fellow council members and personally wish them every success as they continue to advance the vision we collectively share for Barrie.”

Mayor Jeff Lehman said council would miss her “unstoppable optimism” and her residents would miss her ability to listen.

“Jennifer Robinson brought her unstoppable optimism, shining personality and a strong belief in Barrie. She was a tremendous ambassador for Barrie and she will be sorely missed,” Lehman said.

“In her time on council, I know that anyone who dealt with Jennifer came away feeling they had been heard and well represented.”

Council will declare the Ward 8 seat vacant at its next meeting, then determine how to fill the vacancy. The city could opt to appoint or conduct a by-election.

The last time a councillor resigned, the city chose to appoint. In February 2006, Ward 3 Coun. Patrick Brown vacated his seat to enter federal politics. From about a dozen applicants, Barrie chose former Ward 10 Coun. Alison Eadie, who filled the seat for several months until the November 2006 election. 

During the vacancy, Ward 8 residents can contact the city clerk’s office with concerns. 

“I will also be available to meet with residents to ensure their interests are addressed and concerns are heard,” said Lehman, “and staff in the city clerk’s office will assist in handling local matters until such time the vac