THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR

MINUTES

April 24, 2001

The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, April 24, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve Frank Gill, Councillors Rod Blakelock, Marty Corcoran, Joanne Cripps, and Gary McFarlane; guests, Barb Saunders & Bill Beckett from the North Bay - Mattawa Conservation Authority; Dave McCann from Stantec Consulting Ltd.; Mike Pearsall, Michael Nadeau and Foley Soroye from the Ministry of Transportation; Dave Stewart and Ed Hughes from the Township of McMurrich/Montieth; Paul & Sylvia Robinson; Eric & Peter Searle; Phyllis Leggett; Ron Russell; Peter Brooke; Linda Groom; Don Dorst; Lyle Murdy; staff Laura Rowley, Clerk-Treasurer and Les Phinney, CRS,I. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. and the minutes of the regular meeting on April 10, 2001 were adopted as circulated.

DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:

Pecuniary interest was declared by Gary McFarlane on agenda item # 25, one foot reserve along North Circle & Farr Lane. General nature thereof, across from his property, Lots 57 & 58.

DELEGATIONS:

  • -The delegation from the Ministry of Transportation and Stantec Consulting Ltd., attended Council to present the recommended plan from Sunset Pass Drive to the Hwy 520 interchange at the south entrance of Burk's Falls and to receive Council's endorsement for same. Dave McCann of Stantec reviewed the ongoing process; the studies and issues to be addressed and time frames; and the plan as displayed. Mr. Brooke spoke against the fly over at Sunset Pass Drive outlining his objections. Eric Searle expressed his concern regarding the isolation of two businesses without access to the service road and requested that MTO find some way of permitting this access. Mike Pearsall, MTO & Dave McCann, Stanted, reiterated that the recommended plan, controlled access 4 lane highway with service road, was the safest possible road system for everyone and the biggest objective is to maintain Commercial properties and encourage economic growth. Councillor Joanne Cripps noted that there was a change in the Tower Road connection. Dave McCann explained that this needed to be looked at further as there is a problem with elevations. Council will review this change.A resolution was passed endorsing the recommended plan.


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  • -Barb Saunders & Bill Bechett, North Bay - Mattawa Conservation Authority attended, at Council's request, to discuss their re-inspection program for old septic systems. Mr. Bechett gave an overview of the Conservation Authority's mandate and operation. Ms. Saunders explained the re-inspection program and circulated a cost breakdown for the program.


  • -Dave Stewart & Ed Hughes, Councillors for the Township of McMurrich/Montieth, attended Council on behalf of the Reeve, Glynn Robinson, who was unable to attend. The Councillors wished Armour well on their amalgamation deliberations but wished to convey, in clear terms, that McMurrich/Montieth was not interested in amalgamation and did not want to be drawn into it. They could see many ways to co-operate and are willing to discuss the benefits of co-operation. A short general discussion was held and Mr. Stewart & Mr. Hughes were thanked for coming to Council with their views.


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  • -Lyle Murdy attended Council to inform them of a flooding situation on Cherry Hill Road on April 13th and a subsequent accident and damage to his truck. Mr. Murdy reviewed the events of that morning. Council asked the road superintendent, Les Phinney to explain his actions, previous to and on that morning, with regards to the washout. The general consensus of Council was that there would be no reimbursement for damages.

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BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE LAST MEETING:

  • -MTO - Copy of a letter from Council following their public meeting on March 28th.
      • -From Stantec, notice and invitation to PIC to be held on May 2, 2001 at the Katrine Community Hall.

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  • -Donation to the Heritage River Music Festival. After a discussion regarding the free use of the Arena room and a review of the past budget, the general consensus of Council was that no donation would be given.


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  • -Doherty subdivision. Council reviewed the letter and questions from the municipal solicitor and gave direction to the Clerk with answers for the completion of the subdivision agreement.


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  • -Bowes & Cocks lease. To be discussed in closed session.

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BY-LAWS:

  • -By-law # 10-2001, being a by-law to establish procedures regarding the sale of real property, was read a first, second & third time.


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  • -By-law # 11-2001, being a by-law to establish a Committee of Adjustment, was read a first, second & third time.


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  • -By-law # 12-2001, being a by-law to set Tax Ratios for 2001 was deferred due to the extension of the deadline date to May 31, 2001.

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REPORTS:

  • -Almaguin 2000 - April 17th. No quorum.
  • -Katrine Community Centre, Executive meeting - April 17th. Frank Gill gave a verbal report and gave his written notes to the Clerk. The Club will hold an annual meeting in May. Question for Council to consider - What happens if the club folds?
  • -Results of the recent Council survey on use of the services of fire, arena, library and landfill was given to the Clerk.
  • -Arena Board - April 18th. Copies of the minutes and the budget were circulated to Council. A general discussion followed. A resolution was passed to accept the budget.
  • -Library Board - April 18th. A verbal report was given by Rod Blakelock. Armour has no general representation on the Board and it was suggested that the Township should advertise.
  • -AHIC - April 19th. A verbal report was given by Gary McFarlane.
  • -Amalgamation meeting - April 23rd. - A verbal report was given by Gary McFarlane. There was no quorum so very little could be done. Gary is to prepare the Terms of Reference and distribute to the Council for review before the next meeting scheduled for May 28th.
  • -Fire Board - Special meeting - April 23rd . A verbal report was given by Marty Corcoran. Not all municipalities attended. The fire department will talk to the fire prevention officer in Sundridge.

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CORRESPONDENCE:

  • -Town of Oakville, requesting support of a resolution endorsing the proposal by the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs requesting the Province of Ontario provide a multi-year funding program for local fire departments to assist in providing services & programs that will reduce the loss of life & property from fires & other emergencies and further that the Provincial government fund the improvements & upgrades recommended at the Ontario Fire College to improve fire service training. A resolution of support was passed.

  • -The Salvation Army, Red Shield Campaign, request for a donation. A resolution was passed authorizing a donation.


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  • -Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing, agenda for the Planning Training Workshop to be held in Sudbury, April 26th & 27th. A resolution was passed authorizing the attendance of Wendy Whitwell, Deputy Clerk-Treasurer.


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  • -Town of Penetanguishene, invitation on an information centre to be held on May 4, 2001 regarding the 1184 bed superjail to be built.


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  • -Fred Dean, Barrister & Solicitor, introducing himself and offering his services.

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NEW BUSINESS:

  • -Minutes of Settlement. Minutes of settlement for four properties were reviewed and accepted.


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  • -Summer Rec & Swim Program. The hiring policy and qualifications for applicants were discussed. Council agreed to continue in the same manner as previously.


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  • -Township property on Three Mile Lake. Jack Murray requested that he be allowed to remove the old outhouse. The consensus of Council was to grant his request provided that he fill in the hole. Frank Gill will inform Jack. Gary McFarlane offered to speak to the Three Mile Lake Community Club to see if they may be interested in volunteering to clean up the property so it could be used and look after it for the summer.


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  • -One foot reserve along North Circle & Farr Lane. Pecuniary interest was declared by Gary McFarlane and he left the table during discussion. Council agreed to have a deed prepared transferring the ownership of Block A to the Township, at Township's expense, and authorized the Clerk to forward the file to the firm of Graham Wilson & Green.


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  • -The first draft of the municipal budget was handed out and Council were requested to review it and bring it back to the next meeting for discussion.


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  • -Council moved into closed session at 12:02 A.M. and out of closed session at 12:58 A.M.


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  • -List of correspondence received and not on the agenda.

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RESOLUTIONS:

  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That the minutes of the regular meeting held on April 10, 2001 be adopted as circulated (Carried)

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  • -Moved by Gary McFarlane, Seconded by Rod Blakelock,

WHEREAS the Council of the Township of Armour have negotiated with the Ministry of Transportation for a continuous municipal service road from Sunset Pass Drive to the Highway 520 interchange at the south end of Burk's Falls;

AND WHEREAS Decision # 0372 issued by the Ontario Municipal Board on March 14, 2000 states that "the parties consent to the issuance of an order for road closings number 1, 2 & 3 upon the following conditions,

    • that MTO will construct the at grade crossing as currently proposed (sheet 43 of the Environmental Assessment Report, dated December, 1991), or in accordance with the ultimate approved design (sheet 67 of the EA); and
  • that MTO will reconstruct all existing driveways to connect to new Highway 592 and Sunset Pass Drive, so that all existing movements from these driveways will be maintained.

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NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Township of Armour hereby endorses the Ministry of Transportation's plan for a four-lane Highway 11 and continuous municipal service road from Sunset Pass Drive north to the proposed interchange at Highway 520 as shown on the plans presented to Council on April 24, 2001. The plan includes a fly over at Sunset Pass Drive and an interchange at Three Mile Lake / Doe Lake Road.

AND FURTHER, that the Council of the Township of Armour agrees to accept the jurisdiction and ownership of the continuous municipal service road including by-passed sections of existing Highway 11 which form part of the service road from the intersection at Sunset Pass Drive to the intersection at Highway 520, following the completion of construction by the Ministry of Transportation.

AND FURTHER, that the Council of the Township of Armour agrees to accept the jurisdiction and ownership of the two bridge structures (i.e. one new structure and one rehabilitated existing structure) that carry the municipal service road across the Magnetawan River.

AND FURTHER, that the Council of the Township of Armour agrees that it will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of this municipal service road and two bridge structures. (Carried)

  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 10-2001, being a by-law to establish procedures regarding the sale of real property. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 10-2001 be read a second time. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 10-2001 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 24th day of April, 2001. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 11-2001, being a by-law to establish a Committee of Adjustment. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That By-law # 11-2001 be read a second time. (Carried)

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  • -Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That By-law # 11-2001 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 24th day of April, 2001. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby approve the 2001 budget for the Armour Ryerson & Burk's Falls Arena. Armour's share $ 24,600.00. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That we continue beyond the 11:00 o'clock curfew. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution of the Town of Oakville supporting & endorsing the proposal by the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs requesting the Province of Ontario provide a multi-year funding program for local fire departments to assist in providing services & programs that will reduce the loss of life & property from fires & other emergencies and further that the Provincial government fund the improvements & upgrades recommended at the Ontario Fire College to improve fire service training. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby donate $ 50.00 to the Salvation Army, Red Shield Campaign for the year 2001. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the attendance and expenses for Wendy Whitwell to attend the Planning Approval Authorities Working Together Technical Training Workshop to be held in Sudbury, April 26th & 27th. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the Clerk to contact the firm of Graham Wilson & Green to prepare a deed to the municipality for the one foot reserve along the west side of North Circle and Farr Lane at the Township's expense. (Carried) (Pecuniary Interest declared by Gary McFarlane)


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  • -Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Armour move into closed session at 12:02 A.M. in order to discuss legal matters pursuant to Section 55 (5) (e) of the Municipal Act. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That we move out of the closed session at 12:58 A.M. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That the Township of Armour renew lease to Bowes & Cocks for a period of 6 months at the new rate of $ 1,350.00 to take effect June 1st, 2001. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That we do now adjourn at 1:00 a.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for May 8, 2001, or at the call of the Reeve. (Carried)