MUNICIPALITY OF ARRAN-ELDERSLIE

 

           

Council Meeting - C#14-09

 

Monday, June 8, 2009

9:00 a.m.

 

Council Chambers

Municipal Administration Offices

1925 Bruce County Road 10

Chesley, Ontario

 

 

His Worship

Mayor Ron Oswald

 

 

MINUTES

 

A meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie was held on Monday, June 8, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

 

The following Members of Council were present:

 

Mayor Ron Oswald (Chair)

Deputy Mayor Mary Cumming

Councillor Stacy Charlton

Councillor Mark Davis

Councillor Paul Eagleson

Councillor Ross Herron

Councillor Jack Riley

 

The following members of Staff were present:

 

A.P. Crawford, CAO/Clerk

J. Marklevitz, Treasurer

V. Weppler, Works Manager

B. McAllister, Facilities Foreman

K. Eke, Recreation Programmer

 

 

ADOPTION OF AGENDA

 

            Moved by:        Deputy Mayor Cumming

            Seconded by:   Councillor Davis

 

            That the agenda be adopted as distributed by the Clerk.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

SPECIAL PRESENTATION

 

Larry Miller, MP, Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound, and Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce, announced projects for municipalities in Bruce County that had been awarded funding under the Building Canada Fund – Communities Component and the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund for municipalities with populations under 100,000.  Specifically they announced that the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie’s application for funding of the replacement of the existing Tara Water Standpipe and the Ross Street Watermain in Paisley.

 

 

DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

 

There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest by Members of Council under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act at this time.

 

 

MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS

 

Council Meeting C#12-09 – May 25, 2009

 

            Moved by:        Deputy Mayor Cumming

            Seconded by:   Councillor Charlton

 

            That the minutes of Council meeting C#12-09 held May 25, 2009 be adopted.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

Special Council Meeting C#13-09 – June 1, 2009

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Davis

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That the minutes of Council meeting C#13-09 held June 1, 2009 be adopted.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

 

There was no business arising from the minutes.

 

 

DELEGATIONS

 

Doug Walsh, President of the Chesley Lawn Bowling Club, advised Council that last year Jacob Schuknecht, at the age of 16, had won the Ontario and Canadian Gold Medals for Under 18s and that he hoped to defend the title in September of this year.  He also advised that a tournament was scheduled for September 5, 2009 at the Chesley Lawn Bowling Club which he advised would be named after Jacob Schuknecht.  He requested that Council proclaim Saturday, September 5, 2009 as “Jacob Schuknecht Day” and also that his name be recognized at the entrance to Chesley in a similar fashion as other award-winning athletes had been.

 

 

SPECIAL PRESENTATION

 

Mayor Oswald presented Doug Walsh with the 2009 Outstanding Senior of the Year Award for the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie.  He noted that this award was signed by The Hon. M. Aileen Carroll, Minister Responsible for Seniors, The Hon. David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor for the Province of Ontario, and Ron Oswald, Mayor, and was awarded in recognition of all of the volunteer work undertaken in the community by Mr. Walsh.

 

 

 

DELEGATIONS (CONTINUED)

 

Dave Barrett, Project Manager, Saugeen Economic Development Corporation, provided information regarding the Community Adjustment Fund and the potential for applications by the Municipality.  He noted that this was the first of a five-year funding commitment for South-Western Ontario and that the first intake was due for submission by June 12, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. for projects that were “shovel ready”.  He advised that he had been working with the Chesley Medical Clinic Expansion Building Committee and the Chesley Chamber of Commerce to assist them with their applications, and outlined the information that had been prepared to assist with the submission of applications by the Municipality and that he was available to provide any required assistance.  He also requested that he be advised of any applications that were made so that he could track success rates.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

Councillor Eagleson assumed the Chair at this time (10:00 a.m.) for the Planning report.

 

5.1       Application to Amend the Arran-Elderslie Official Plan and former Town of Chesley Zoning By-law

            Beitz Develoment Corp.

            20 Second Ave SW, Plan 149 Pt Park Lot O 1st Ave W/S, former Town of Chesley

            Files:  AE OPA 1, Z-103-2008.39

 

            Sabine Robart, Planner for the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, provided an overview of the application by Beitz Development Corp. to amend the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie Official Plan and the former Town of Chesley Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 28-82 to facilitate an application for Consent to Sever Land and to permit the construction of additional multi-unit townhouses on one parcel and a detached dwelling on the other parcel.  She reviewed the information contained in the staff report and confirmed that there had been no objections to the application.  She recommended that the Municipality include requirements for grading and drainage agreements as a part of the conditions for approval of the associated severance.  She confirmed that the Planning Department believed that the proposal maintained the intent and purpose of the Town of Chesley Zoning By-law No. 28-82, and responded to questions from members of Council.

 

            There was no representative of the applicant present at this meeting.

 

            Janet McDonald, of 32 3rd Avenue SW, requested information with respect to the existing buildings on the site, and expressed her concern with respect to the need for proper grading and drainage plans to ensure that water did not drain onto her property.

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Charlton

            Seconded by:   Deputy Mayor Cumming

 

            a)         That Council receive the Planner’s Report AE OPA #1 and Z-103-2008.39 regarding applications for the property described as ; 20 Second Ave. SW, Plan 149 Pt Park Lot O 1st Ave W/S (Chesley), Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, Roll No. 410339000119200;

 

            b)         That Council approve the redesignation of the parcels from Institutional and Residential and rezoning the parcels from I Institutional to R3-x Residential Type 3 Special and R1-x Residential Type 1.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

Mayor Oswald assumed the Chair at this time (10:31 a.m.)

 

 

DELEGATIONS (CONTINUED)

 

Douglas Stephen, a resident of Chesley, outlined his proposal for the establishment of a Farmers’ Market in Chesley to take place on First Avenue South from 3rd Street South to the Bridge on Friday afternoons.  He explained that this would require the road to e closed and a detour instituted for that time, and provided information about vendors he had contacted who would be interested in participating.  He sought the approval and assistance of Council to hold such a Market. 

 

Discussion took place with respect to the requirements to hold a market including the location and constraints with respect to closing the County Road on a regular basis.  Mr. Stephen was requested to undertake further research, including contacting the County, and provide the information to Council.

 

 

A recess was held at this time (10:54 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.).

 

 

MOTION TO MOVE INTO CLOSED SESSION AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF:

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Riley

            Seconded by:   Councillor Davis

 

            That Council move into closed session to consider matters related to advise that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

Council moved into closed session and returned to open session (11:06 a.m. – 1:38 p.m.).

 

A recess was held at this time (1:39 p.m. – 2:14 p.m.)

 

 

MOTION TO MOVE INTO CLOSED SESSOIN AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF:

 

            Moved by:        Deputy Mayor Cumming

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That Council move into closed session to consider matters relating to the security of the property of the municipality or local board.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

Council moved into closed session and returned to open session (2:14 p.m. – 2:27 p.m.).

 

 

STAFF REPORTS

 

Deputy Mayor Cumming assumed the Chair at this time (2:28 p.m.) for the Recreation Reports.

 

 

 

9.4       FACILITIES FOREMAN – B. McAllister

 

i)          SRFAC.09.05 – Items to be discussed - Facilities

 

            B. McAllister, Facilities Foreman, reviewed the matters listed in SRFAC.09.05.

 

            Discussion took place regarding additional repair work to the skimmer baskets needed for the Chesley pool which had been added to the contract.

 

            He provided an update with respect to recent acts of vandalism to Municipal property in the parks including graffiti and other damage, and the repair work required.

 

            He also discussed the request from the Paisley Agricultural Society for an additional electrical receptacle on the opposite side of the field and how this might be accomplished.

 

 

9.5       RECREATION PROGRAMMER – K. Eke

 

i)          SRREC.09.09 – Items to be discussed – Recreation

 

            K. Eke, Recreation Programmer, reviewed the matters listed in SRREC.09.09.  She highlighted the request for suggestions for nominations for three awards and noted the associated deadlines for each.

 

ii)         SRREC.09.10 – Amendment to Municipal Code – Schedule G – Recreation and Cultural Services (Licence Facilities: Concession Booth Licence)

 

            K. Eke, Recreation Programmer, noted that the Concession Booth Licence for the Chesley Community Centre should be amended to read “Arran-Elderslie Minor Hockey Association Inc.” as the Licensee.

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Davis

            Seconded by:   Deputy Mayor Cumming

 

            That Council receive SRREC.09.10 with respect to amendments to the Municipal Code Schedule G – Recreation and Cultural Services (Licence Facilities: Concession Booth Licence) and enact proposed By-law No. 30-09 as set out in this report.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

Councillor Herron assumed the chair at this time (3:05 p.m.) for the Finance reports.

 

9.1       TREASURER – J. Marklevitz

 

i)          Accounts Payable Voucher

 

            J. Marklevitz, Treasurer, responded to questions with respect to various items listed on the Accounts Payable Voucher #11-09 dated June 3, 2009.

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Herron

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That Accounts Payable Voucher #11-09 in the amount of $1,399,172.39 be paid.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

ii)         Monthly Financial Report

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Herron

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That the monthly Financial Report dated June 2, 2009 be received.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

Councillor Davis assumed the chair at this time (3:17 p.m.) for the Works reports.

 

9.2       WORKS MANAGER – V. Weppler

 

i)          Works Report – V. Weppler

 

            V. Weppler, Works Manager, provided information with respect to the letter from the Municipal Engineer with respect to the remediation of the Silver Star in Allenford.  It was agreed that Staff and Councillors Herron and Eagleson would arrange a meeting with the Engineer to further review this matter.

 

ii)         SRW.09.11 – Tender Approval – McCannel Municipal Drain

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Davis

            Seconded by:   Councillor Herron

 

            a)         That the bid which meets the terms and conditions of the tender for repair and construction of the McCannel Drain be awarded to MarQuardt Farm Drainage Ltd. in the amount of $46,050.00;

 

            b)         That Council instruct Pryde Schropp McComb, Inc., to prepare the contract documents for execution by the contractor and the Municpality;

 

            c)         That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement with MarQuardt Farm Drainage Ltd. on the written recommendation of the Works Manager and that the necessary by-law be enacted.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

iii)        SRW.09.12 – Amendment to Council Resolution of April 27, 2009 regarding Addition of Cost of Installing Water Service on Certain Streets in Paisley to Tax Roll

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Riley

            Seconded by:   Deputy Mayor Cumming

 

            a)         That Council’s resolution of April 27, 2009 regarding “Addition of Cost of Installing Water Services on certain streets in Paisley” be rescinded;

 

            b)         That the Council of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie invoice the benefiting landowners the amount of $29,946.35, the cost of installing water on Regent Street – between Arnaud Street and Cormack Drive, and the most easterly portion of Cormack Drive.  This amount will be divided equally and invoices sent to the following Roll Numbers and if these invoices are not paid within 45 days that the said amounts be added to the tax roll.

 

                        # 41 03 410 001 00108

                        # 41 03 410 001 00109

                        # 41 03 410 001 00117

 

                        # 41 03 410 001 00118

                        # 41 03 410 001 02505

                        # 41 03 410 001 02502

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

iv)        SRW.09.13 – Tender Approval – Cumming and Swamp Municipal Drain

 

Councillor Davis declared a pecuniary interest with regard to one of the subject drains as it affected a portion of his property and refrained from discussing or voting on this matter.

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Riley

            Seconded by:   Councillor Herron

 

            a)         That the bid which meets the terms and conditions of the tender for cleanout of the Cumming and Swamp Municipal Drains be awarded to Bridge Excavating Ltd. in the amount of $20,589.49, subject to the approval of the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority;

 

            b)         That Council instruct Pryde Schropp McComb, Inc. to prepare the contract documents for execution by the contractor and the Municipality;

 

            c)         That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement with Bridge Excavating Ltd. on the written recommendation of the Works Manager and that the necessary by-law be enacted.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

v)         SRW.09.14 – Adopt a Road

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Herron

            Seconded by:   Councillor Eagleson

 

            a)         That Council approve the proposal from Dennis Watson to do clean up of roadsides on S.R. #25 between Concession 2 and Concession 4 of Arran Township;

 

            b)         That the Municipality supply and erect “Adopt a Road” signs with the proper wording required to satisfy the Watson family.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

9.3       WATER AND SEWER FOREMAN – S. McLeod

 

i)          SRW.09.15 – Tara (SCADA) System

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Eagleson

            Seconded by:   Councillor Herron

 

            That Council authorize the Water Foreman to let the original Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) programmers (Emerson Process Management) complete program upgrades and modifications to the existing Tara Water System while working at the pump house at Well #4 in Tara.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

Mayor Oswald assumed the Chair at this time (4:06 p.m.)

9.6       CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER – A.P. Crawford

 

i)          SRCAO.09.30 – Authorization to Execute Payment Certificate No. 8 – Tara Waterworks Upgrades – Project No. 101076C

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Eagleson

            Seconded by:   Councillor Davis

 

            That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute Payment Certificate No. 8 for the Tara Water Works Upgrades – Project No. 101076C, in the amount of $34,187.48, including $1,627.98 GST, as recommended by Genivar Consultants LP, the Municpality’s engineers for this project.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

ii)         SRCAO.09.31 – McCannel Municipal Drain

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Davis

            Seconded by:   Councillor Herron

 

            That SRCAO.09.31 be received and that By-law No. 20-09 be given third and final reading.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

The following items of correspondence on the Council Agenda were discussed:

 

8.1.1    Hon. Lincoln M. Alexander, Chairman, Ontario Heritage Trust – requesting nominations for various 2009 recognition programs

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Eagleson

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

a)         That the correspondence from the Hon. Lincoln M. Alexander, Chairman, Ontario Heritage Trust, be received;

           

b)         That any nominations for the 2009 Ontario Heritage Trust 2009 Recognition Programs be forwarded to Staff for follow up.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

8.1.2    Municipality of Smiths Falls – requesting endorsement of its resolution regarding funding for public libraries

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Charlton

            Seconded by:   Councillor Herron

 

That the correspondence dated May 22, 2009 from the Town of Smiths Falls regarding funding for public libraries in Ontario be endorsed.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

8.1.3    Canadian Blood Services – Media Release – Blood Donor Clinic to be held at Chesley Community Centre, Friday, June 26, 2009

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Davis

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That Council support the Blood Donor Clinic to be held on Friday, June 26 2009 at the Chesley Community Centre.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

8.1.4    Ontario Family Fishing Weekend Steering Committee – requesting proclamation of Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12, 2009 as “2009 Family Fishing Weekend”

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Charlton

            Seconded by:   Deputy Mayor Cumming

 

            a)         That the correspondence from Mark Cousins, Ontario Family Fishing Weekend Steering Committee, be received;

 

b)         That the weekend of July 10 – July 12, 2009 be declared “Ontario Family Fishing Weekend” in the Municpality of Arran-Elderslie.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

8.1.5    The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario – request for nominations for the Council Award of the College

 

            Moved by:        Deputy Mayor Cumming

            Seconded by:   Councillor Eagleson

 

a)         That the correspondence from Brian Goldig, Manager, Physician Advisory Service, The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, be received;

     

b)         That any nominations for the 2009 Council Award be forwarded to Staff for follow up.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

8.1.6 - Bruce, Grey and Huron Disability Transportation Corporation – Audit Letter and Management Letter for the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2007, and 2007 and 2008 Budget and Draft Actual summary statements

 

            Moved by:        Deputy Mayor Cumming

            Seconded by:   Councillor Davis

 

a)         That the Audit Letter and Management Letter for the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2007, and 2007 and 2008 Budget and Draft Actual summary statements be received for information;

 

b)         That the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie forward the sum of $14,500 to the Bruce, Grey and Huron Disability Transportation Corporation as set out in the Municipality’s 2009 budget.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Davis

            Seconded by:   Councillor Eagleson

 

That the following items of correspondence on the Council Agenda be received for information purposes:

 

            8.2.1    Paisley & District Fire Department Joint Board – minutes of meetings held December 1, 2008 and February 12, 2009

 

            8.2.2    Source Protection Committee – minutes of meeting held April 24, 2009

 

            8.2.3    Chesley “Main Street Committee” – minutes of meeting held May 28, 2009

 

            8.2.4    Saugeen Country Tourism Association – minutes of Board of Directors’ Meeting held May 19, 2009

 

            8.2.5    Paisley and District Chamber of Commerce – correspondence endorsing the Paisley Farmers’ Market at the Arena parking lot

 

            8.2.6    Bill Murdoch, MPP Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound – notice of constituency office visit to Paisley on June 22, 2009

 

            8.2.7    Press Release – “Grey Bruce Launches Crystal Methamphetamine Task Force

 

            8.2.8    Brockton and Area Family Health Team – response from Robert Heisz, Chair, to Council’s request for appointment of representative from Chesley to the Family Health Team Board of Directors

 

            8.2.9    Hon. Dwight Duncan, Minister of Finance – response to correspondence regarding funding concerns of the Bruce Grey Huron Disability Transportation Corporation

 

            8.2.10  Ontario Professional Planners Institute – submission to Minister of Energy & Infrastructure regarding Bill 150 – Green Energy and Green Economy Act

 

            8.2.11  AMO Position on Bill 150 – Green Energy and Green Economy Act

 

            8.2.12  Grey Sauble Conservation Authority – minutes of meeting held May 13, 2009

 

            8.2.13  Notice of Chesley-wide Yard Sale and Main Street Sidewalk Sale in support of the Chesley Medical Clinic Expansion Fund

 

            8.2.14  Bruce County Planning

                        i)          Notice of No Appeal to Decision of Approval Authority – Randall & Cynthia Posthumus – 31 & 53 Concession 8 E, Lot 27 and Pt Lot 28, Concession 8 (Arran)

                        ii)         Correspondence with residents:

                                    a)         Tyler Hatten – 215 2nd Ave S.E., Chesley

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

REPORTS OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL

 

      i)    Councillor Charlton

 

            Councillor Charlton advised that the work on the Chesley Medical Clinic Expansion continued and that there had been meetings with the doctors at the clinic to review the preliminary floor plans.  He confirmed that changes continued to be made and that a meeting would be held in the near future with the architect to confirm the final plans.

 

            Councillor Charlton also advised that the Chesley Chamber of Commerce would be making an application for a Community Adjustment Fund grant to hire an architect to prepare a streetscape plan for 1st Avenue.

 

      ii)   Councillor Herron

 

            Councillor Herron advised that he had attended the Dedication Ceremony for the Pavillion at Rotary Park, Tara, in honour of Roger Thorne and that Mr. Thorne had been present to be honoured.

 

      iii)  Councillor Riley

 

            Councillor Riley confirmed that the Farmers’ Market in Paisley was becoming better known and better patronized.

 

      iv)  Councillor Eagleson

 

            Councillor Eagleson advised that he nothing to report.

 

      v)   Councillor Davis

 

            Councillor Davis advised of his concerns with respect to the notices of withdrawal from the Paisley Joint Fire Board and recommended that meetings should be held with representatives of the Brockton and Kincardine Councils, including the Mayors, Board representatives, and respective Chief Administrative Officers, to discuss the issues behind these notices.

 

      vi)  Deputy Mayor Cumming

 

            Deputy Mayor Cumming provided an update with respect to the Bruce-Grey-Huron Disability Transportation Corporation status and the current concerns.

 

      vii) Mayor Oswald

 

            Mayor Oswald reviewed his meeting schedule and events he had attended since the last meeting of Council.  He also advised that he had been at the Blue Jays Game over the past weekend and that a group from Paisley was featured entertainment on the field.

 

 

BY-LAWS

 

By-law No. 20-09 – A By-law to provide for a drainage works in the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie in the County of Bruce

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Eagleson

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That By-law No. 20-09 be taken as read a third time and finally passed and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same and have the seal of the Corporation attached thereto.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

By-law No. 26-09– A By-law to Amend Schedule A of By-law No. 827, as amended (Being the Comprehensive Zoning By-law of the former village of Tara) re: 97 Brook St., Plan 220 Park Lot J, Park Lot K, Pt Park Lot 5 Brook S/S Plan 29 (Tara)

 

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Eagleson

            Seconded by:   Councillor Herron

 

            That By-law No. 26-09 be taken as read a first and second time.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Eagleson

            Seconded by:   Councillor Herron

 

            That By-law No. 26-09 be taken as read a third time and finally passed and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same and have the seal of the Corporation attached thereto.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

By-law No. 27-09 - By-law No. 27-09 – A By-law to Amend Schedule A of By-law No. 827, as amended (Being the Comprehensive Zoning By-law of the Former Village of Tara) re: re: 142 Mill St. Plan 220 Pt Lt 66, Plan 29 Pt Lt 5 (RP 3R-6069 Pts 1 & 3) (Tara)

 

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Eagleson

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That By-law No. 27-09 be taken as read a first and second time.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Eagleson

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That By-law No. 27-09 be taken as read a third time and finally passed and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same and have the seal of the Corporation attached thereto.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

By-law No. 28-09 – A By-law to Authorize the Execution of an Agreement with MarQuardt Farm Drainage Ltd.

 

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Herron

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That By-law No. 28-09 be taken as read a first and second time.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Herron

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That By-law No. 28-09 be taken as read a third time and finally passed and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same and have the seal of the Corporation attached thereto.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

By-law No. 29-09 – A By-law to Authorize the Execution of an Agreement with Bridge Excavating Ltd.

 

            Having previously declared a pecuniary interest, Councillor Davis refrained from discussing or voting on this matter.

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Herron

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That By-law No. 29-09 be taken as read a first and second time.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Herron

            Seconded by:   Councillor Riley

 

            That By-law No. 29-09 be taken as read a third time and finally passed and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same and have the seal of the Corporation attached thereto.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

By-law No. 30-09 – A By-law to Amend the Municipal Code – Schedule G – Recreation and Cultural Services – Licence Facilities: Concession Booth

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Charlton

            Seconded by:   Deputy Mayor Cumming

 

            That By-law No. 30-09 be taken as read a first and second time.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Charlton

            Seconded by:   Deputy Mayor Cumming

 

            That By-law No. 30-09 be taken as read a third time and finally passed and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same and have the seal of the Corporation attached thereto.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

OTHER BUSINESS

 

Current Contract with Chief Building Official

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Davis

            Seconded by:   Councillor Eagleson

 

            Whereas Council has decided not to continue with the present contract with the current Chief Building Official Craig Johnston;

 

            Therefore be it resolved that effective today, Monday, June 8, 2009 at 5:00 p.m., Council gives its six months notice to Mr. Johnston as per the contract.

 

A recorded vote was taken as follows:

 

            In favour:          Councillor Charlton, Deputy Mayor Cumming, Councillor Davis, Councillor Eagleson, Councillor Herron, Councillor Riley, Mayor Oswald.

 

            Opposed:         None

 

            The motion carried 7:0.

 

 

SRCAO.09.30 – Authorization to Execute Payment Certificate No. 8 – Tara Waterworks Upgrade – Project No. 101076C (Continued)

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Eagleson

            Seconded by:   Councillor Herron

 

            That the motion with respect to SRCAO.09.30 regarding authorization to execute Payment Certificate No. 8 – Tara Waterworks Upgrades – Project No. 101076C. be rescinded and reintroduced at the next meeting of Council for discussion.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

            Moved by:        Councillor Charlton

            Seconded by:   Deputy Mayor Cumming

 

            That Council now adjourn to the call of the Mayor.

 

                                                                                    Carried

 

The meeting was adjourned at 4:55 p.m.

 

 

 

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Mayor

 

 

 

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Clerk