An easing of rules, designed to open the door to ride-sharing giant Uber, received the green light from Orillia council, despite a last-ditch attempt to explore a competitor’s offer.

Facedrive, in a just-received proposal, said it would require drivers to undergo the vulnerable sector screening that some councillors view as vital for passenger safety.

However, in offering to operate here, it sought an exclusive two-year agreement that some found unpalatable.

“We can’t have a monopoly to one specific company,” Coun. Rob Kloostra argued.