Discussion 187 of 365; Jobs in Wasaga Beach Let’s lighten it up a little. Jobs Jobs Jobs. Guess what… another COSTCO update! Soon people will be talking about jobs in Wasaga Beach. The big wigs from COSTCO are aparently coming to town this week. The other part of what I heard was they would be signing, but no [...]

Discussion 186 of 365; Wasaga Beach, when greed and opportunity collide Over the last few days I have discussed a few different issues. Although I know Council will not likely listen, these are important issues that I feel our Council should re-focus on. The needs and wants of our citizens have to be put above the needs and [...]

Discussion 185 of 365; Using Wasaga residential taxes to support tourism businesses Yesterday we discussed the misguided concept our Council is undertaking to focus the majority of our resources towards Tourism. I said I hoped to discuss the wasteful ways our taxes are being thrown around to promote and support an area that should instead be supported using [...]

Discussion 184 of 365; Tourism is our only industry! Really? Our CAO and our Mayor, as well as several on Council have been known to say, “tourism is our only industry”. I have always disagreed with this statement. Sure some of those who still live in the 60’s and 70’s may feel that way. Actually, in the 60’s [...]

Discussion 183 of 365; NORM! George Wendt is the actor that played Norm Peterson in the 1980’s Comedy Sitcom “Cheers”. Who remembers what happened every time Norm Petterson entered the bar? Yep, thats right, every one on set yelled out… “NORM”! I call it the Norm Syndrome. Why discuss this here? Well quite simply, it is my opinion [...]

Discussion 182 of 365; Mayor refuses to admit Costco Well I find myself wondering what possible surprises will be on this week’s upcoming Council Meeting. Honestly, I have heard there will be some more incredible decisions, but let’s wait for the agenda to come out before we start to presume certain things. What is it with our Mayor [...]

Discussion 181 of 365; Secrets & Lies Well, the discussion numbers are not quite at half way, but the year certainly is. As we start the second half of 2024 I am more determined than ever to post a discussion a day in hopes to get everyday people to pay attention to politics in Wasaga Beach. I care [...]

Discussion 180 of 365; Happy Canada Day! Well Happy Canada Day. For those of you able to get to Beach One tonight, enjoy the free concert. For those unable to get there, maybe some will post videos. The Beach Cam has been down for a few days now. Oh well. For those of you who cannot get through the [...]

Discussion 179 of 365; Wasaga is the new Sarasota? Today, let’s go back to the FRAM public meeting where they unveiled the Beach One plan… During the various comments, statements and questions asked that day, I did note that our CAO Andrew McNeill (Who I believe lives in Mississauga) mentioned that his second home was Sarasota Florida. He [...]

Discussion 178 of 365; Senior staff wages (Same photos as yesterday for a continued discussion) In our previous discussion we started talking about some of the senior staff wages. I understand this has some at Town Hall watching these posts very carefully. So… let’s clear up any perception of criticism of staff. These discussions are not meant in [...]

Discussion 177 of 365; Favours for Friends Sorry for the delay. So much going on. Probably the biggest frustration for someone posting daily about our Council is when so much happens at once. This week, many people will enjoy a free concert and some great weather at the beach. Cool! That’s part of the allure of living here. [...]

Discussion 176 of 365; I had another day where I just couldn’t make it to Town Hall. But my wife Sylvia Bray did. A couple of days ago, she enquired about speaking during the Question period of the Council meetings. Well, as you may know from the discussion a few days ago…. They have eliminated this option from [...]

Discussion 175 of 365; Beachfront Development Charges? It’s hard to focus on just one thing after today’s Council meeting. It sounds like Brian Smith thinks he deserves a 40% increase in pay because the previous Council didn’t put irrigation systems into the Twin pad Arrna/ Library. People, I just can’t make this stuff up. I will share these [...]

Discussion 174 of 365; Today… let the videos speak!

Discussion 173 of 365; Public comment period has been removed I have said it before but it bears repeating… watch our Council meetings carefully. At some point in the last couple of years, Council had modified their procedural bylaw and the public comment period has been removed from the agenda items. When was this removed? Why was it removed? [...]

Discussion 172 of 365; What has Brian Smith done for you lately? So, what has Brian Smith and team decided is in the best interests of Wasaga Beach Residents? Well, in 2018, he decided to cover all of the Towns Property at Beach two with a townhouse Condominium project. That contributed to his loss in the next election. [...]

Discussion 171 of 365; Why wait? I was behind several posts, so making up lost time. Please review all three of today’s discussions. MAJOR NEWSFLASH! AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT COMING TO WASAGA BEACH! During an open public meeting at the Wasaga Beach Rec-Plex, The Mayor of Wasaga Beach answered a question about affordable housing being included in his main beach [...]

Discussion 170 of 365; It’s a Sunday 2 for 1 day. Maybe this week I will catch up to my schedule. lol. News Flash! Big News! The last time I detected that a possible big announcement about COSTCO had been held back from the public, I went ahead, researched it and announced to the world that a COSTCO [...]

Discussion 169 of 365; Andrew McNeil, a virus in our town My discussion posts have offended some (mostly those on Council, those employed because of them or their various supporters), but others look forward to reading these regularly. I TRY to make my discussions about the issues. That is why I only post in three groups. In many [...]

Discussion 168 of 365; Signs Signs! Everyone is talking about what the Mayor wants them to. (his new wage increase of 40%) However, I’m going a different direction as he will simply push all of his friends wage increases through with his own. It’s who they appear to be. I will start to talk about the Beach One [...]

Discussion 167 of 365; What waterpark? Dave West originally did a great article regarding the Awen Waterplay park in Collingwood. (His photo attached) One of our followers here Johanne also shared his post and commented that this is what we need in Wasaga Beach. What a great idea. Johanne and I are not alone in seeing these as important [...]

Discussion 166 of 365; Cooling Centres! The Town of Wasaga Beach has opened public spaces to help those in need stay cool. Please share the word. If enough people hear about this, those who need it may actually hear about the program. The town has chosen which Facebook groups they wanted to share this in. Because we have such [...]

Discussion 165 of 365; No future Campgrounds? While we are on the topic of the Sports Park, here is a great idea. I’m guessing sometime in the next twenty years, the camp grounds along Main Street will be replaced by Brian’s downtown condos. So, why not create a municipal campground with lots along the river? There is plenty of [...]

Discussion 164 of 365; Porta Potty shame Summer is here. Brian and Joe need to lead our Council into deciding on priorities. But I heard today some strange decisions are being made. Can anyone please confirm that our Children, Grandchildren, their family and friends are being forced to use ports-potties at the sports park? I wonder if all the [...]