Bordercollie
Senior Member
They can't use a ramp to roll off?
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lenaitch
Senior Member
If the ramp at Utopia is even serviceable, they are useless for loads that don't have road wheels or cat tracks. Otherwise, you are just dragging it.
C_Johnson_1995
Active Member
Some new articles about the current state of the BCRY:
https://www.barrietoday.com/local-news/city-spending-up-to-500k-on-review-of-barries-assets-11624746
https://www.bradfordtoday.ca/local-...ilway-still-plays-big-role-in-region-11641868
Per these articles, the city is doing a review of its assets, and the BCRY is under scrutiny. It is facing almost $20 million in capital requirements over the next several years relating to bridges over Lockhart Rd, and Bear Creek. It is said that they will be trying to establish cost-sharing agreements with neighbouring municipalities. But like the OBRY it is doubtful anyone will be interested in coming to the table.
This seems to put the BCRY in a tough spot and looks like the beginning of the end, similar to what we saw with the OBRY. Unfortunately, the $200 million transformer plant in Innisfil may be facing a rug-pull for the rail service that they located their plant to use, particularly if Barrie tries to get out of the 5 year operating contract with Cando early. We will have to watch this closely for new developments.
https://www.barrietoday.com/local-news/city-spending-up-to-500k-on-review-of-barries-assets-11624746
https://www.bradfordtoday.ca/local-...ilway-still-plays-big-role-in-region-11641868
Per these articles, the city is doing a review of its assets, and the BCRY is under scrutiny. It is facing almost $20 million in capital requirements over the next several years relating to bridges over Lockhart Rd, and Bear Creek. It is said that they will be trying to establish cost-sharing agreements with neighbouring municipalities. But like the OBRY it is doubtful anyone will be interested in coming to the table.
This seems to put the BCRY in a tough spot and looks like the beginning of the end, similar to what we saw with the OBRY. Unfortunately, the $200 million transformer plant in Innisfil may be facing a rug-pull for the rail service that they located their plant to use, particularly if Barrie tries to get out of the 5 year operating contract with Cando early. We will have to watch this closely for new developments.
lenaitch
Senior Member
I'm no soothsayer but I'm not sure I would writing a eulogy for the BCR just yet. Municipalities reviewing assets isn't new. A number have sold off their stake in electrical utilities for a one-time cash infusion. I recall previous councils reviewing its role in the BCR. In the most recent budget deliberations, Mayor Nutall questioned their contributions to its 'service partners (i.e. Simcoe County) saying they don't get enough bang for their buck. It almost becomes pro forma.
The city might have a little trouble finding willing neighbourhood partners on the heels of enlisting the province to annex land from both Oro-Medonte and Springwater townships. Local memories recall that its last annexation from Innisfil was under the guise of residential and employment lands and ended up being solely subdivisions, which Innisfil could have just as easily done themselves and enriched its tax base.
TwoWheelPoli
Active Member
Just at a curiosity, has anyone here checked the New Lowell to Angus portion of the Barrie Collingwood Railway Trail recently? Heard from someone with the County of Simcoe at last month's bike show that they are expecting to formally open the trail in May? Debating when to check this out.
ShonTron
Moderator
It’s already completed, and goes through Angus as far as 5th Line. From there towards Barrie I’d imagine you’d have to take Highway 90, but when it was widened a while back, it got wide paved shoulders. From there Tiffin Street would get you straight to the GO Allandale Station.
I’ll try it out this summer between Collingwood and Barrie.
I’ll try it out this summer between Collingwood and Barrie.
TwoWheelPoli
Active Member
Thanks! It's on my to do list for this year. Just a question of when.
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TwoWheelPoli
Active Member
Turns out the Barrie Collingwood Railway Trail officially opened today!
www.ctvnews.ca
Barrie Collingwood Railway Active Transportation Trail extension opens
The trail offers people a safe, accessible route for walking, cycling and other non-motorized uses.
www.ctvnews.ca
TwoWheelPoli
Active Member
On Monday, I biked from Barrie to Collingwood including along the recently extended rail trail which now starts at Angus. While I plan to do a video compilation soon, my blog post reviewing the trail is now up for your viewing pleasure.
www.twowheeledpolitics.ca
If you biked along this trail, I am curious to hear your feedback as well.
Barrie to Collingwood by Rail Trail
A blog about cycling and political advocacy based in Toronto, Canada. (#BikeTO)
If you biked along this trail, I am curious to hear your feedback as well.
ShonTron
Moderator
On Monday, I biked from Barrie to Collingwood including along the recently extended rail trail which now starts at Angus. While I plan to do a video compilation soon, my blog post reviewing the trail is now up for your viewing pleasure.
Barrie to Collingwood by Rail Trail
A blog about cycling and political advocacy based in Toronto, Canada. (#BikeTO)
If you biked along this trail, I am curious to hear your feedback as well.
It’s worth noting that Simcoe County Linx serves Barrie, Stayner, and Collingwood, allowing for a one-way ride or a rescue if there are problems on the ride. Their buses have racks. However, this is only available on weekdays.
Transportfan
Senior Member
I wonder why its called the Barrie-Collingwood Rail Trail when it goes all the way to Meaford?
lenaitch
Senior Member
Collingwood to Meaford is the Georgian Trail and has been open since around 1990. The BCR trail is, as far as I know, owned by SImcoe County. The Georgian Trail is owned by the three municipalities it passes through.