Policies & Procedures

The City's various policies guide decision-making while maintaining consistency in municipal operations. Procedures may include the steps and/or process to achieve the goals set out in policies.

This listing does not include all policies and procedures. Please contact Service Barrie if what you're seeking is not listed below.
 

Recruitment Accommodation Policy

Last Updated: 2024
Category: Human Resources
Related Links: Employment Opportunities

The City provides qualified job candidates who have disabilities with reasonable accommodations upon request unless the accommodation would pose an undue hardship.

Reference Check Policy

Last Updated: 2024
Category: Human Resources
Related Links: Employment Opportunities

Outlines the process that will be followed when conducting reference checks for preferred external candidates being considered for employment opportunities with the City.

Reimbursement of Council Expenses Policy

Last Updated: 2022
Category: Council & Government
Related Links: Transparency, Accountability & Conduct

Outlines reasonable reimbursement for Council's costs incurred in the course of fulfilling their duties.

Respect in the Workplace Policy

Last Updated: 2022
Category: Human Resources
Related Links: Employment Opportunities

Outlines the City's committment to promoting a vibrant, healthy, safe and compassionate work environment where everyone is treated fairly, with respect, civility, and is free from Discrimination, Violence, and Harassment.

Social Media Policy

Last Updated: 2016
Category: Media & Public Relations
Related Links: Contact Us , Follow us on Social Media

Outlines the City of Barrie's approach to social media management and monitoring, including acceptable content, targeted response times, and employee health and safety considerations.

Sports Diamond & Field Permit Regulations & Policies

Category: Parks, Recreation, & Culture
Related Links: Sports Fields & Courts Permits

Strategic Asset Management Policy

Last Updated: 2019
Category: Planning, Building & Infrastructure
Related Links: Asset Management Planning

Outlines the City’s direction, functions, practices and responsibilities associated with managing all capital assets used to support delivery of the City’s services.

Swimming Drop-in Admittance Policy

Last Updated: 2025
Category: Parks, Recreation, & Culture
Related Links: Recreation Drop-Ins

Outlines the rules that must be followed for admittance into the pool for drop-in swimming programs.

Theatre Policies

Category: Parks, Recreation, & Culture
Related Links: Five Points Theatre, Georgian Theatre

Outlines the rules that must be followed at Five Points Theatre and Georgian Theatre.

Traffic Calming Policy

Last Updated: 2011
Category: Transportation, Roads & Parking
Related Links: Traffic Control

Outlines temporary and permanent traffic calming measures, criteria to determine their use and guidelines for implementation.