Recently Friday Harbour was added to the list of "we can do that here". Miami Beach, Monaco etc etc. Let's be realistic. We do not have a sheltered harbour. Friday Harbour is 20 to 40 minutes away from 3 of Canada's wealthiest communities, Markham, Unionville and Vaughan. It appeals to people with big boats worth more than a condo in Wasaga. The cheapest unit they have is 533 sq ft 1 bedroom at about $350,000. Friday Harbour is more than half the distance to Toronto, away from Wasaga. Friday Harbour is close enough to it's market that owners can easily make it a round trip, day visit.

Why do we keep trying to compete with stuff like this.

 We need to list our assets and strengths and work off of that. Then we will have a unique product. We have 20 minutes any direction wonderful things to do and see. We are the center of the world when it comes to comfy, cozy, wild, natural, scenic, colorful, adventures. Wasaga is home base for fun. 
https://www.fridayharbour.com/lake-simcoe-condos-for-sale/homes/highpoint/overview

 An example of what we can market:  2 days, 1 night in any of our better motels. Breakfast at a local cafe, a trip down to Miller's Dairy, see cows milked and sample the ice cream. Then to Creemore visit the worlds smallest jail, & the log Cabin. Sample beer at Creemore springs. Then back to Blueberry Trails for afternoon snow shoeing. Dinner at Catch 22.    

Voter Pin Numbers are out today.

If you have not received them yet check with the town.
In the mean time, I want to suggest that everyone hang on to them and keep them in a secure place. I am investigating the possibility of using a "poll feature" on the town website for important issues. I feel we can get much greater participation and better idea of a true majority input to help guide council in decision making using this method.

  AWARE Simcoe is a citizens’ group that works for transparency and accountability in government and to protect water, the environment and health. They recently sent out a survey to all candidates on a number of issues. To date I am the only one from Wasaga that has responded. Here's the direct link:

http://aware-simcoe.ca/2018/09/wasaga-beach-candidates-municipal-elections-2018/

From that point you can visit the rest of the website to learn more about local environment issues.

Here's the Candidate Videos

From Rogers TV cable 53.

https://www.rogerstv.com/media?lid=237&rid=72&gid=298444

My speech starts a minute 17.02 there's a little slider

 on tho bottom. Whole show is about 55 minutes if you want to watch them all!

Health and Community

Many of you know, I have a love affair with good food, the outdoors, and a simple life. All candidates got an email the other day from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. It was to encourage us to add health concerns to our platform. 
From my perspective, it has been, long before I became a candidate. I've done many Facebook posts on affordable housing, food and gardening initiatives, walk-able communities, parks & play grounds.
On the Subject of Doctors and walk-in Clinics, there is not much we can do, as that's under the control of higher authorities.
What we can do is promote health fitness to reduce the need. 
We could also put all available resources into one place like a Town web-page or printed brochure.

Out on the campaign trail the other day, the subject of a walk in clinic came up over and over. It surprised me how many are unaware that non emergency help is just a phone call away....please share the link with your family and friends...
https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-medical-advice-telehealth-ontario

Here's a couple of other links...
http://www.simcoemuskokahealth.org/Promos/Election-Primer

http://www.simcoemuskokahealth.org/

https://www.ohcc-ccso.ca/

Creating year round tourism.

One of the things that is mentioned over and over in the many years of reports on Wasaga Tourism is the need for a roofed structure,

 for inclement weather. Someplace were we can also host a

 few functions.

 www.sprung.com

I have researched a lot of them. The one I personal favour is the multi function style, Sprung did for the Shakespeare by the Lake in Toronto. I see it being used for shows, music concerts,weddings,trade shows like spring RV or boat,winter

off road and snow mobile, our classic dinner & a movie, BMX competitions, horse shows, farmers markets and even covered ice skating in the winter off months.

 The other nice thing about them is they go up very fast. They can be moved to a new location, they are low cost and last for 50 years. After that they can be rehabbed to last another 50.  If we could get one of these up at the main beach or in the Main St area by spring, we will be able to attract a lot of new events and stretch our tourist season by 6 months. 

Action gets action, once investors see what we are doing they will be a lot more excited about doing business in Wasaga Beach.

I did have concern about openness and integrity, so before I promoted this idea I reached out to Sprung. Here is my email exchange with them. The last one gives you some numbers (dollars)  Total cost completed would be far less than what we just approved for hiring an architect to create plans for our proposed arena and hub.   

Collingwood/Wasaga

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Robert Bortlisz <r.bortlisz@gmail.com>	Thu, Jun 21, 7:07 PM
to karen.hughes

Hello Karen. I am the person that referred Robert Venton to you for a concert venue in Wasaga.

 I am running for council in Wasaga. FB Building a Better Wasaga. I have been advocating for 

a superstructure like yours on the beach as a multi function facility for a couple of years.

 I am concerned about the scandal in Collingwood, re commissions to the Mayors Brother.

 Can you shed any light on this? I want to rest assured as I continue to promote Sprung. Thank You

Robert 

Tom Lloyd <tlloyd@sprung.com>	Fri, Jun 22, 5:55 AM
to me, Karen

Hi Robert,

Thank you very much for the referral, and best of luck with your campaign!

 The Sprung Performance Event Facility would be a great addition to Wasaga.

 Regarding the Collingwood purchase of the two Sprung Structures, please rest

 assured out team had no involvement in any wrongdoing and was long ago

 cleared of such by the OPP investigation team.

 As a 131 year old company we take matters such as anti-corruption 

very seriously. Please let me know if you require any further information.

 Kindest regards,

 Tom

Tom Lloyd | Regional Business Development Manager |  

SPRUNG STRUCTURES  12 Upjohn Road, Unit 4, Toronto Ontario M3B 2V9

1-800-528-9899 ext. 222 Toll Free | 1-905-829-1600 ext. 222 Office |  | www.sprung.com

From: Robert Bortlisz  r.bortlisz@gmail.com
Date: June 21, 2018 at 7:07:11 PM EDT
To: <karenhughes@sprung.com
Subject: Collingwood/Wasaga

Robert Bortlisz <r.bortlisz@gmail.com>	Jun 22, 2018, 9:32 AM
to Tom, Karen

Thank you for your response. If the issue comes up, can I share your response? 

Attachments area

Tom Lloyd <tlloyd@sprung.com>	Jun 22, 2018, 9:55 AM
to me, Karen

Hi Robert,

Yes please do. Have a great weekend!

Kindest regards,

Tom

Tom Lloyd
Sprung Structures
Regional Business Development Manager -
12 Upjohn Road, Unit 4
Toronto, ON M3B 1Y2
W 905.829.1600

T 1.800.528.9899

Robert Bortlisz		Sun, Jul 22, 5:27 PM
Hi Tom, hoping I could get some budget numbers from you on an events center for  the beach. I like the one you did in Toronto for Shakespeare on the lake. We oft

Tom Lloyd		Mon, Jul 23, 9:54 AM
Hi Max, Can you please contact Robert, number below and discuss our many  event and Wedding facility options? Thanks. Cheers,  Tom Tom Lloyd | Regional Business D

Max Leone <max.leone@sprung.com>	Mon, Jul 23, 10:07 AM
to me, Tom

Good morning Robert,

 I hope all is well.

Thanks for reaching out to Sprung regarding your project- I just left you a phone

 message. I was hoping we could chat so that I could get a better understanding 

of your project? Would there be a good time to reach out to you.

Regards,

Max Leone | Business Development Manager

Good morning Robert,

I hope all is well.

Below you can find some order of magnitude pricing for the structures that we discussed.

  These are high level numbers and we factored in  three Double Personnel Doors. 

This quote includes a technical consultant and the structure will be delivered to site. 

These estimates are conservative and will be adjusted upon obtaining

 more information. If you have any questions please feel free to reach 

out to me. I’ve attached some marketing collateral for your review.

Sprung 50’ x 105’ (5,250 sqft) Flat Ended Structure– Event Facility: 

3 Double Personnel Doors (3’ W x7’ H)

50 year guarantee for the aluminum sub structure

15 year membrane guarantee

Independent Engineered Stamped Drawings

Sprung Technical Consultant

Delivered to site

Total: $163,000.00 plus tax

Erection is estimated at $15/sqft subject to site/ location review

Sprung 70’ x 70’ (4,900 ft) Round Ended Structure– Event Facility: 

3 Double Personnel Doors (3’ W x7’ H)

50 year guarantee for the aluminum sub structure

15 year membrane guarantee

Independent Engineered Stamped Drawings

Sprung Technical Consultant

Delivered to site

Total: $135,000.00 plus tax

Erection is estimated at $15/sqft subject to site/ location review