Human waste contamination forces closure of Barrie City Hall fountain pond

Human waste contamination forces closure of Barrie City Hall fountain pond

The City of Barrie announced the early closure of the City Hall fountain pond due to unsanitary conditions, citing acts of vandalism and contamination from human waste.

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City of Barrie closes fountain pond at City Hall due to 'unsanitary conditions'

The fountain pond at City Hall in Barrie was closed Wednesday for the remainder of the season by the city due to vandalism and contamination. Acts of vandalism and the presence of human waste were cited as the reasons the water has become contaminated. The City of Barrie says the closure of the pond is necessary for the sake of public safety and to allow for proper cleaning and restoration. Its closure comes a day after Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall…