THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR

MINUTES

May 11, 2004

The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, May 11, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve, Richard Thomas; Councillors, Rod Blakelock, Jerry Brandt, Marty Corcoran and Bob MacPhail.; delegates; Ron Russell and Bob Newell, Richard Holloway; guests; Lorne Dyck, Karen Kowalchuk, Don Grogan, Roberta Haviland, Easter Tonelli, Paul Rivais, Ron West, Frank and Diane Pellegrino, Phyllis Leggett, Ed Robinson ; staff, Les Phinney, CRS-I and Wendy Whitwell, Clerk Treasurer.

CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING:

The minutes of the regular meeting April 27, 2004 were approved as circulated.

DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:

None

Reeve Thomas read a thank you card from Laura Rowley for the retirement gift and party and a thank you card from the Darling family for the floral tribute in memory of the late Stan Darling.

DELEGATIONS:

Ron Russell and Bob Newell, attended to discuss a proposed rezoning for Concession 3, Part Lot 12. Currently this property is zoned MX for aggregate extraction and Bob is requesting a rezoning to Residential, to allow for the construction of a home. A site meeting was held on Monday, May 10th which was attended by members of Council and staff. There are existing pit faces on the property, no material has been removed for some time.

Council reviewed a survey and discussed the natural rehabilitation that has occurred, as well as the existing slope from Three Mile Lake Road and Leggetts Road. The clerk advised Council of documentation in the file regarding the zoning on this property, and a previous discussion regarding removing the MX from a portion of this lot. Council indicated they can support a request for rezoning on a portion of the property, with 400' frontage on Leggetts Road, starting 600' north of the Three Mile Lake and Leggetts Road corner. This building site will not include any pit area. Bob will provide a detailed map with an application to rezone.

Richard Holloway, Katrine Community Centre Club, attended to discuss his concerns with the proposed ATV by-law. Richard believes the by-law discriminates against many types of all terrain vehicles currently on the market, and requested Council consider changing the definition of all terrain vehicle. Reeve Thomas explained that the definition must comply with provincial legislation and we cannot change our by-law in this regard.

The Province must first change the legislation. A general discussion regarding the by-law, noise, turn signals, safety, etc. was held. Richard was thanked for his input.

Les Phinney, CRS-I, to discuss the following road issues:

- road accounts voucher # 05-2004 was reviewed and approved.

- vehicle inspection station. Les advised Council that the cost of the required equipment is prohibitive, and he does not feel we should proceed. He has a mechanic who is willing to check and certify the Township trucks as required.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM A PREVIOUS MEETING:

  • -Council reviewed the estimate provided by The Water Healer Corp. for Katrine Community Centre and the Doe Lake Beach washroom building. Councillor MacPhail also provided information he received indicating the Ministry of Environment will soon be

making an announcement regarding Regulation 170/03. Council will wait for further information regarding amendments to this regulation before proceeding with a decision regarding the above quotes.

  • -MPAC, reply from letter dated March 16, 2004 regarding the assessment of permanent trailers. Reeve Thomas requested the clerk gather information regarding the feasibility of changing the size restrictions in the zoning by-law for trailer additions.

ACCOUNTS FOR APPROVAL:

  • -Road accounts voucher # 05-2004, in the amount of $ 26,981.46 was approved for payment.


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  • -General accounts voucher # 05-2004, in the amount of $ 65,231.19 was approved for payment.


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  • -Landfill accounts voucher # 05-2004, in the amount of $ 14,774.51 was approved for payment

APPLICATIONS:

  • -Consent: Mason (Perry Township) Concession 14, Part Lot 6 B-013/04 & B-014/04 Council reviewed the above applications and had no concerns.

BY-LAWS:

  • -By-law # 12-2004, being a by-law to regulate the use of All Terrain Vehicles, was read a third time
  • -By-law # 14-2004, being a by-law to enter into an agreement with the Township of Magnetawan for the better provision of fire protection, was read a first, second and third time.


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  • -By-law # 15-2004, being a by-law to enter into an agreement with the Township of McMurrich/Monteith for the better provision of fire protection, was read a first, second and third time.


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  • -By-law # 16-2004, being a by-law prescribing times for setting fires and precautions to be taken, was read a first, second and third time.

REPORTS:

  • -"Prosper from the Pavement", May 5th, South River, Bob gave a verbal report on this workshop which included three main presentations and discussions regarding high speed internet access, festival and special events and highway signage issues. Most municipalities in our area were represented at this workshop.


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  • -Tri R, May 5th, Richard and Bob gave a verbal report. The committee is moving forward with a structure for a re-use area. New staff has been hired in preparation of Jim's retirement. The budget process has been started.


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  • -Planning Board, May 10th. Richard gave a verbal report.
  • -Councillor Corcoran reported that the Village of Burk's Falls is investigating the cost of signs to designate the Village Green and the Heritage Walkway in memory of the late Stan Darling. Armour, Ryerson and Burk's Falls will be asked to share the cost.

CORRESPONDENCE:

  • -Ministry of Consumer & Business Services, notification of upcoming legislation which would include a statutory framework for licensing electrical contractors, master electricians and compulsory electrical trades.


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  • -Letter of introduction from Joe Spina of Amplexus Communications.


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  • -AMO Alert, letter of intent signed by the three levels of government for an investment in rural infrastructure, Canada-Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF). These fund can be used for water and sewage treatment, waste management, roads and bridges and other health and safety priorities.


  • -Honourable Andy Mitchell, M.P., update on Government of Canada initiatives including sharing the gas tax, full relief of the goods and services tax for municipalities, municipal input for setting national priorities etc.


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  • -Marshall Macklin Monaghan, notification of a public information centre on Wednesday, May 12, 2004 at the South River Machar Community Centre and Arena regarding the Highway 11 four-laning detail design from l.8 km north of Ontario Street at Burk's Falls northerly 28.5 km to 4.4 km north of Ottawa Avenue at South River.


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  • -Township of North Kawartha, request to support the position of the Township of North Kawartha in their correspondence to the Honourable Jim Bradley, and request the Ministry of Tourism confer with the Ministry of Environment respecting the significant financial burden placed on tourism operators to comply with the Safe Drinking Water Act, O Reg 170/03 and what financial assistance can be provided to these operators. A resolution in support was passed.


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  • -Loyalist Township, request for support of a resolution requesting the Province of Ontario provide financial and/or legislative relieve to small municipalities that face unreasonable costs as a result of the Safe Drinking Water Act and O Reg 170/03. A resolution in support was passed.


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  • -Township of Alfred and Plantagenet, request for support of a resolution to petition the Ministry of Municipal Affairs to make the required changes to improve the accuracy of the preliminary list of electors to avoid frustration and increased costs associated with an inaccurate voters list. A resolution in support was passed.


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  • -City of Welland, request for support of a petition to lobby the Province of Ontario to amend the provisions of the Pensions Benefits Guarantee Fund in order that it provides for complete coverage and protection of accrued pension benefits for all active and retired employee's pension plans. A resolution in support was passed.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

- Letter and resolution from the Township of Strong regarding POA, for information purposes only.

NEW BUSINESS:

  • -Letter of resignation from William Leggett. A resolution was passed accepting Bill's resignation due to his retirement.


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  • -Almaguin Highlands Information Centre, invitation to attend the "Kick off the Summer Season" Open House on May 22, 2004 from 11:00 am to 2 p.m. Marty will attend.


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  • -Katrine Community Centre, notification of the upcoming "Summer Night Stands", event on Saturday, June 26, 2004 and request for council to designate this a community festival. A resolution for this designation was passed, appointing Jack Murray as responsible for the Township's best interest for this festival.


  • -James and Karen Kirk-White, 71 Chetwynd Road, letter regarding problems experienced with testing of the well water. The clerk has contacted Mr. Kirk-White and the most recent test results are good. The clerk will forward this correspondence to Jagger Hims.


  • -Draft building permit fee by-law for review. The clerk was instructed to prepare the by-law for reading at the next meeting.
  • -List of correspondence received and not on the agenda.

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RESOLUTIONS:

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the minutes of the regular meeting held on April 27, 2004 be adopted as circulated. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That Road Accounts Voucher # 05-2004 in the amount of $ 26,981.46 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby accept the quotation submitted by the Water Healer for the Doe Lake Park Beach washroom facility, in the amount of $ 6,932.48, plus installation of $ 600.00, plus tax. (Tabled)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby accept the quotation submitted by The Water Healer, for Katrine Community Centre, in the amount of $ 2,796.48 plus installation of $ 600.00, plus tax. (Tabled)

- Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That General Accounts Voucher # 05-2004 in the amount of $ 65,231.19 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. (Carried)

- Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That Landfill Accounts Voucher # 05-2004 in the amount of $ 14,774.51 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That By-law # 12-2004 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 11th day of May, 2004. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 14-2004, being a by-law to enter into an agreement with the Municipality of Magnetawan for the better provision of fire protection services. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That By-law # 14-2004 be read a second time. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That By-law # 14-2004 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 11th day of May, 2004. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 15-2004, being a by-law to enter into an agreement with the Municipality of McMurrich/Monteith for the better provision of fire protection services. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That By-law # 15-2004 be read a second time. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 15-2004 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 11th day of May, 2004. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 16-2004, being a by-law prescribing times for setting fires and precautions to be taken. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 16-2004 be read a second time. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 16-2004 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 11th day of May, 2004. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour support the position of the Township of North Kawartha in their correspondence to the Honourable Jim Bradley, and request the Ministry of Tourism confer with the Ministry of Environment respecting the significant financial burden placed on local tourism operators to comply with the Safe Drinking Water Act, O Reg 170/03 and what financial assistance can be provided to these operators. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the Corporation of Loyalist Township and petition the Province of Ontario to provide financial and/or legislative relief to small municipalities that face unreasonable costs as a result of the Safe Drinking Water Act and O Reg 170/03. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution of the Township of Alfred and Plantagenet and petition the Ministry of Municipal Affairs to make the required changes to improve the accuracy of the preliminary list of electors to avoid the frustration and increased costs associated with an inaccurate voters list. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the City of Welland and petition the Province of Ontario to amend the provisions of the Pensions Benefits Guarantee Fund in order that it provides for complete coverage and protection of accrued pension benefits for all active and retired employee's Pension Plans. (Carried)

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the Township of Strong regarding the POA, and in the event that the Town of Parry Sound discontinue the administrative services to the POA, agree to support the Township of Strong as the new administrator. (Tabled)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby accept the resignation of William Leggett on his retirement, and send congratulations, best wishes and many thanks for years of dedicated service to the Township of Armour. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby declare the "Summer Night Stands" being held at the Katrine Community Centre on Saturday, June 26, 2004 as a "community festival". Jack Murray will represent the Township's best interest at this festival. (Carried)

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That we do now adjourn at 9:30 p.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for May 25, 2004 at 7:30 p.m.or at the call of the Reeve. (Carried)