THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR

MINUTES

January 28, 2003

The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve Frank Gill, Councillors Marty Corcoran, Joanne Cripps, Gary McFarlane and Rod Blakelock; delegations, John Gallagher, Harald Eichberger and Linda Maurer; guests Ray Jarvis, Phyllis Leggett and Ed Robinson; staff, Laura Rowley, Clerk-Treasurer and Wendy Whitwell, Deputy Clerk-Treasurer. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.

CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING:

  • -The minutes of the January 14, 2003 regular meeting and the minutes of the January 14, 2003 special meeting were approved by resolution as circulated.

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DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:

- No pecuniary interest was declared.

DELEGATIONS:

  • -John Gallagher & Harald Eichberger re Pickerel Lake Lodge development. Mr. Gallagher, planner for the Pickerel Lake Lodge development attended Council to discuss Council's decision that a zoning amendment is required to permit the proposed development at Pickerel Lake Lodge. Mr. Gallagher chronicled the meetings and correspondence since August 2002; related his interpretation of the municipal planning documents and gave his professional opinion regarding Council's request for a zoning amendment. Mr. Gallagher was requested to prepare a letter stating his position so Council could reply after obtaining professional advise
  • -John Gallagher attended Council on behalf of Sterritt, owners of property in Lot 21, Concession 2, Three Mile Lake. He explained to Council that he had been retained by Sterritt to advise them on the development of their property and identified to Council the direction he was taking. Once he has determined the best course of action, he will return to Council with his proposal.


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  • -Linda Maurer attended Council on behalf of the Burk's Falls & District Historical Society. Linda reviewed last years operation, outlined fund raising events and activities for 2003 and request a donation of $ 500.00 towards the wages for a summer student. Council discussed the reprinting of the "Armour" book. Gary is to confirm the pricing and bring it back to Council. A resolution was passed to donate $ 500.00.

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BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE LAST MEETING:

  • -Katrine Winter Karnival. Confirmation of insurance was received for the horse drawn sleigh rides. A resolution was passed to donate $ 250.00 to cover the cost of the sleigh rides.

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  • -Almaguin News tender for printing contract. Council discussed asking for quotes from the Huntsville Forester and negotiating advertising cost with the Almaguin News and the procedural by-law for proposed resolutions. A resolution to ask for quotes was introduced, read and defeated. A resolution to reconsider the printing contract from Almaguin News was introduced. As the resolution was moved by Reeve Frank Gill, the Deputy Reeve, Joanne Cripps took the chair for the reading of the resolution. The resolution was carried.


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  • -A resolution was passed to change the date of the second meeting in February from the 25th to the 26th.


  • -Office Renovation. A revised drawing was circulated, # 5A. A resolution was passed to accept the layout and authorize Councillor McFarlane and the Clerk to proceed.
  • -Insurance renewal. A resolution was passed to renew the municipal insurance with OME Insurance for 2003 in the amount of $ 38,702.04.


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  • -NOHF second application. A resolution passed on January 14, 2003 was rescinded and a new resolution passed.


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APPLICATIONS: LOTTERY

A resolution was passed approving the application of the Church of the Holy Spirit for a raffle licence.

BY-LAWS:

  • -By-law # 6-2003, a Notice By-law, was read a first, second & third time.


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  • -By-law # 7-2003, to enter into an agreement with MNR for Forest Fire Management was read a first, second & third time.


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  • -By-law # 8-2003, a Property Standards By-law was read a first time.


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  • -By-law # 9-2003, a by-law to adopt a Municipal Alcohol Policy was read a first time.

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REPORTS:

  • -Arena Board - Jan. 15th - the minutes of the meeting were included in the agenda package and a verbal report was given by Frank & Joanne.
  • -Library - Jan. 15th - a verbal report was given by Rod.
  • -AHIC - Jan. 17th & 24th - verbal report by Frank & Gary.
  • -Amalgamation Steering Committee - Jan. 20th - minutes of the meeting were included in the agenda package and a discussion was held. A resolution was passed.
  • -Water - Reeve Frank Gill reported on two meetings, Jan. 22nd & 27th, with the Village of Burk's Falls regarding the distribution pipe from the boundary of the Village into Armour Township. Further discussions are scheduled and Council will be kept up to date.
  • -Jan. 23rd - Frank Gill & Gary McFarlane reported on a meeting with the Village of Burk's Falls and FedNor regarding the hiring of an intern for one year. A resolution was passed with Armour agreeing to share with the Village of Burk's Falls.
  • -Steering Committee - Jan. 23rd - verbal report by Marty.
  • -CBCO - Dec/02 Building Permit Report and 2002 Building Summary Report.
  • -Progress report
  • -Report by Frank Gill on water damage at the Katrine Community Centre due to a broken pipe connection.

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CORRESPONDENCE:

  • -Minister of Finance, responding to resolutions re MPAC.


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  • -Algonquin Health Services, copy of a letter to the Ministry of Health & Long Term Care regarding a CT Scanner for Huntsville.


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  • -Village of Sundridge, requesting support of a resolution to receive a comprehensive business plan and a model of governance from the AHIC Board prior to the payment of the next contribution. No support was given.
  • -Muskoka-Parry Sound Health Unit, requesting support of a resolution to request the Minister of Health and Long Term Care to separately fund communities to support their work towards and implementation of 100% smoke-free by-laws. The resolution of support was defeated.
  • -County of Perth, City of Stratford & Town of St. Marys, requesting support of a resolution urging the Government of Ontario to immediately assume at least an 80% share of the $ 25,000.00 per unit anticipated cost under the Federal Housing Initiative Agreement. A resolution was passed.


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  • -District of Parry Sound Municipal Association, invoice for 2003 membership in the amount of $ 125.00 and preliminary information on the spring meeting to be held in Pointe au Baril on April 28, 2003. A resolution was passed authorizing the payment of the 2003 membership.


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  • -Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities, (FONOM), invoice for the 2003 membership fee in the amount of $ 180.00. A resolution was passed authorizing the payment of the 2003 membership.


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  • -Municom Network, invoice for five subscriptions for 2003 in the amount of $ 446.20. A resolution was passed authorizing the payment.


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  • -Graham, Wilson & Green, invoice # 52658 in the amount of $ 1,254.76 re Pickerel Lake Lodge development. Council deferred payment of this invoice.


  • -Graham, Wilson & Green, invoice # 52839 in the amount of $ 722.89 for Dec. 2002 expenses re Armour et al ats Jerry Brandt et al. A resolution was passed authorizing the payment of the invoice.

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NEW BUSINESS:

  • -Hynde Paul Associates, Robert Miller, MCIP, proposal for planning services for 2003 at a flat fee of $ 500.00 per month plus GST & expenses. A resolution was passed to accept the proposal, as submitted.


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  • -A resolution was passed regarding the CRF Allocation from the Province.


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  • -Council moved into closed session at 11:25 p.m. and out of closed session at 11:40 p.m.


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

RESOLUTIONS:

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the minutes of the regular meeting held on January 14, 2003 be adopted as circulated. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the minutes of the special meeting held on January 14, 2003, be adopted as circulated. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby donate $ 500.00 to the Burk's Falls & District Historical Society for the year 2003. (Carried)

- Moved by Gary McFarlane, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby donate $ 250.00 to the 2003 Katrine Winter Karnival to cover the cost of the sleigh rides. (Carried)

- Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, Be it resolved, due to the potential substantial advertising increases as created by the new Municipal Act, that the Township of Armour request the Almaguin News and Forester to supply quotes for the advertising of the municipality for the year 2003, including by-weekly minutes and schedules of council meetings. All advertised recorded minutes to be run concurrent within the same month as the meetings. (Recorded Vote - For - Cripps & McFarlane - Opposed - Blakelock, Corcoran & Gill) (Motion Defeated)

- Moved by Frank Gill, Seconded by Rod Blakelock,

THAT WHEREAS resolution # 39 of the January 14th meeting was defeated by an equality of votes;

AND WHEREAS Reeve Gill wishes a reconsideration of the printing contract as submitted by the Almaguin News for 2003;

AND WHEREAS Reeve Gill hereby, gives notice for reconsideration;

NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Township of Armour hereby consent to a reconsideration of the printing contract submitted by the Almaguin News for 2003.

(Recorded Vote - For - Blakelock, Corcoran, Cripps, Gill, McFarlane)(Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the purchase of a printing contract and 6 subscriptions as submitted by the Almaguin News for 2003 in the amount of $ 288.90. (Recorded Vote - For - Blakelock, Corcoran, Gill, McFarlane - Opposed - Cripps)(Carried)

- Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby change the meeting date for the last regular meeting in February from the 25th to the 26th. (Carried)

- Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby approve the office renovation layout # 5A and authorize Councillor McFarlane and the Clerk to proceed with the renovations, in stages, as required. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the payment to Jardine OME Insurance for in the amount of $ 38,702.04 for municipal insurance for 2003. (Carried)

- Moved by Gary McFarlane, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby rescind resolution # 42 passed on January 14, 2003. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the Clerk to apply to NOHF, the Capital Assistance Program, second applications, for eligible costs totalling $ 84,700.00. NOHF contribution 52% and municipal contribution 48% to be raised in the current budget. Any cost over-runs will be the municipality's responsibility and paid for through the yearly budget. (Carried)

- Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby approve the application of the Church of the Holy Spirit for a raffle licence, draw to be held October 12, 2003. Licence fee to be $ 5.00. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 6-2003, being a Notice By-law. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 6-2003 be read a second time. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 6-2003 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 28th day of January, 2003. (Carried)

- Moved by Gary McFarlane, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 7-2003, being a by-law to enter into an agreement with MNR for Forest Fire Management. (Carried)

- Moved by Gary McFarlane, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That By-law # 7-2003 be read a second time. (Carried)

- Moved by Gary McFarlane, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That By-law # 7-2003 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 28th day of January, 2003. (Carried)

- Moved by Gary McFarlane, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 8-2003, being a Property Standards By-law. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 9-2003, being a by-law to adopt a Municipal Alcohol Policy. (Carried)

- Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, Be it resolved that the Council of the Township of Armour prepare an enclosure for the first installment of the interim tax mailing (spring 2003) subject to Council review of the wording of the content. (Carried)

- Moved by Gary McFarlane, Seconded by Rod Blakelock,

WHEREAS FedNor has offered 90% funding for hiring of an intern for one year;

AND WHEREAS Burk's Falls will administer the internship;

AND WHEREAS AHIC has agreed to share in the remaining 10% of $ 2,750.00 to the amount of $ 1,000.00;

NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Township of Armour agrees to share equally the remaining balance of $ 1,750.00 with Burk's Falls and to obtain services in return in proportion to Armour's contribution of $875.00. (Carried)

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

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution of the Muskoka-Parry Sound Health Unit to request the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care to separately fund communities to support their work towards and implementation of 100% smoke-free by-laws. (Recorded Vote - Opposed - Blakelock, Corcoran, Cripps, Gill, McFarlane)(Motion defeated)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the joint resolution of the County of Perth, the City of Stratford and the Town of St. Marys urging the Government of Ontario to immediately assume at least an 80% share of the $ 25,000 per unit anticipated cost under the Federal Housing Initiative Agreement. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the payment of the 2003 membership fee to the District of Parry Sound Municipal Association in the amount of $ 125.00. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the payment of the 2003 membership fee to the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities in the amount of $ 180.00. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the payment of the Municom subscriptions for 2003 in the amount of $ 446.20. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the payment of invoice # 52839 in the amount of $ 722.89 to Graham Wilson & Green for December 2002 expenses re Armour et al ats Jerry Brandt et al. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Gary McFarlane, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby accept the proposal for municipal planning services for 2003 as submitted by Robert J. Miller of Hynde Paul Associates in the amount of $ 500.00 per month plus GST and expenses. (Carried)

- Moved by Joanne Cripps, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Armour acknowledges their intent to use the CRF Allocations they will receive for the direct benefit of taxpayers; and accepts the 2003 CRF Allocations in accordance with the terms and conditions (Conditions of Community Reinvestment Fund Allocations) attached to the letter of November 27, 2002 from the Deputy Ministers of Finance and Municipal Affairs & Housing to municipal Treasurers/Clerk-Treasurers. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Armour move into closed session at 11:25 P.M. in order to discuss legal and personnel matters pursuant to Section 239(2)(b)&(e) of the Municipal Act. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That the Council of the Township of Armour move out of the closed session at 11:40 P.M. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Joanne Cripps, That we do now adjourn at 11:43 p.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for February 11, 2003, or at the call of the Reeve. (Carried)