| THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARM OUR MINUTES October 23, 2007 The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve, Bob MacPhail; Councillors, Rod Blakelock, Jerry Brandt, Pat Hayes, and Marty Corcoran; delegates; Hans Junger, Mike DaSilva, guests; Rhoda Smith, Bob and June Gray, Phyllis Leggett, Linda Maurer, David and June Reid, Bill Adams, Cliff Arsenault, Linda Powell, Barb Phinney, Les and Angela Eliot, Brian Lower, Dorothy and Ab Culbert, Sandra and John Reece, Mike and Brigitte Grima, Roy McMurren, George Blanchard Sr., Lawrence Judd, Ken Mashinter, John Gallagher, Linda Perreault, Gwen Anderson, Paul and Sylvia Robinson, Linda May and Paul Smith, Tony Pratas, Wendy Swift, Steve Strom; media; Rob Learn; staff, Road Supervisor Bill Stewart, Municipal Planner, Robert Miller and Wendy Whitwell, Clerk-Treasurer. CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING: The minutes of the closed sessions on October 9, 2007 were approved as circulated. The minutes of the regular meeting on October 9, 2007 were approved as circulated. DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST: - None DELEGATIONS: - Hans Junger attended to discuss the renewal of the lease for the Berriedale Community Centre. Hans and Eleanor would like to renew for another year with the same conditions. The clerk was instructed to prepare the by-law for a future meeting. - Mike DaSilva, Pickerel Lake Lodge attended to discuss Township issues. Reeve MacPhail announced the following guidelines for this discussion: - based on information provided by the lawyer, the municipality does not know under what authority Mr. DaSilva is representing Pickerel Lake Lodge as he does not appear to be a principal or owner; - The numbered company operating as Pickerel Lake Lodge is in receivership, and we have no knowledge Mr. DaSilva is acting on behalf of the receiver; - at our last council meeting a resolution was passed authorizing our legal council to proceed with action therefore we will not be discussing anything which is party to the legal action; based on the above comments Mr. DaSilva was asked to proceed and as a delegate on the agenda he would be allowed fifteen minutes. Mr. DaSilva indicated he had received permission at the last council meeting to speak for one hour. Reeve MacPhail explained our procedural by-law which governs council meetings. Mr. DaSilva indicating he was not present tonight to discuss any of those issues and thanked members of the public for attending in response to the invitation he circulated. Mr. DaSilva has reviewed the financial records of the municipality and believes we should be in a better position, questions what council are doing to improve the area for children, promote development, and how much council spend on legal fees. He also asked members of the public in attendance if they understand where their tax dollars are being spent. Reeve MacPhail advised Mr. DaSilva he was a delegate before council and should be addressing his questions or concerns accordingly. If Mr. DaSilva has specific questions regarding municipal finances to please provide them in writing, they will be researched and answered. Mr. DaSilva does not agree with the process of going through the clerk, and stated the clerk was discouraging, but prefers to deal directly with council. The Reeve thanked Mr. DaSilva for attending and suggested he could continue his discussion with the interested public outside. APPLICATIONS: Consent - Pincoe, Concession 14, Part Lot 26, - File # B020/07 and B021/07 - council reviewed application - comments from Tunnock Consulting - Municipal planner Bob Miller provided verbal comments - a resolution including conditions will be prepared for the next meeting. Application for Zoning Amendment - Mashinter, Concession 8, Part Lot 2 - application and letter from John Gallagher and Associates, planner - Municipal planner Bob Miller provided verbal comments - a resolution with conditions was passed supporting the request to re-zone the property to allow commercial and other uses. BY-LAWS: - # 40-2007, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council at its meetings was read a first, second and third time. REPORTS: - October 17th, Arena, Bob reported - Economic Development, Rod reported - October 18th, Burk’s Falls, water issues, Bob reported - October 19th, Muskoka Algonguin Heathcare, Bob reported - Budget report to September 30th, reviewed and discussed CORRESPONDENCE: - The Township of Brock is requesting support of their resolution requesting the Ministry of the Environment and the Province of Ontario adhere to the recommendations and conclusions of its own Panel of Experts. A resolution of support was passed. - The Township of North Dumfries requests support for their resolution that requests the Province of Ontario to consider increasing the fees and royalties charged to aggregate operators and use this additional revenue to provide the MNR with resources to staff an enforcement branch to ensure the long term viability of the aggregate industry as well as ensure the responsible protection of the long-term environmental and human health of the community surrounding these aggregate extraction operations. No support was given. - The Municipality of McDougall is requesting support of their resolution to the Near North District School Board regarding the boards intent to conduct a public accommodation review. A resolution in support was passed. - The Municipality of Brockton is requesting support for their resolution in asking that the Province of Ontario revisit the funding formula currently used for Conservation Authorities. A resolution in support was passed. - The South East Parry Sound District Steering Committee has sent a reminder notice of their upcoming meeting on October 25, 2007 to discuss the replacement of Almaguin Highlands Secondary School. - The Province has announced a new program called ROOF (Rental Opportunity for Ontario Families). The ROOF program is a $100.00 allowance per month that is paid to low income working families. - North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit is hosting a Community Partners Update and Information Forum on Pandemic Influenza on November 16, 2007. James Mahoney will attend. - The Commissioner of Community Safety is hosting and upcoming conference titled, “The Future of Emergency Management in Ontario”. This event is being held on December 10th to the 12th, 2007 at the Ontario Police College. A resolution to authorize James Mahoney to attend was passed. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Roads Department issues: - staff report regarding rubber tire excavator. After a lengthy discussion, decision of council is not to proceed with the purchase of this machine at this time. Bill was given authorization to continue to hire the brusher within his approved budget. - staff report regarding the tractor and broom. Bill was authorized to check this machine in more detail and purchase it if he is satisfied it will meet the municipalities needs. - Ministry of Natural Resources letter dated October 15, 2007 regarding requirement to submit a site plan. The clerk will contact MNR for further information and direction. - Village of Burk’s Falls requesting support by resolution of a detailed application for funding to the Green Municipal Fund. A resolution in support was passed. NEW BUSINESS: - Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, compliance with emergency management. The clerk will confirm our status of our compliance with the CEMC. - OGRA/ROMA Conference 2008- accommodation booking. The clerk was authorized to book two rooms. - Municipality of Magnetawan, closed meeting investigator. The clerk will research the status of an investigator through AMO membership. - List of correspondence received - not on agenda. RESOLUTIONS: - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, that the Council of the Township of Armour hereby approve the minutes of the closed sessions on October 9th, 2007 as circulated. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, that the Council of the Township of Armour hereby approve the minutes of the regular meeting on October 9, 2007 as circulated. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, that the Council of the Township of Armour support in principle, the application by Ken and Janet Mashinter for a zoning amendment for Concession 8, Part Lot 2, of 42R16846 to rezone the property from RS-80 to allow for specific commercial uses as per those listed as proposed in the correspondence from applicants planner John P Gallagher dated October 10/07. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, that leave be given to introduce a bill # 40-2007, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of council at its meetings. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, that By-law # 40-2007, be read a second time. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, that By-law # 40-2007, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 23rd day October, 2007. Carried - Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, that the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the Township of Brock and request the Ministry of the Environment adhere to its own recommendations and impose the regulatory control of a certificate of approval for fibre biosolids as a waste. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Pat Hayes, that the Council of the Township of Armour support the resolution from the Municipality of McDougall and request the Near North Board of Education consider their request regarding the Accommodation Review Committee. Carried - Moved by Pat Hayes Seconded by Rod Blakelock, that the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the Municipality of Brockton and request the Province of Ontario revisit the mandate and the funding provided to Conservation Authorities to allow them to provide planning services which are timely and efficient. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Pat Hayes, that the Council of the Township of Armour authorize Jim Mahoney, CEMC Alternate, to attend the North Bay Parry Sound District Community Partners Update and Information Forum on Pandemic Influenza on Friday, November16, 2007 and agree to cost share related expenses for same. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Pat Hayes, that the Council of the Township of Armour authorize Jim Mahoney, CEMC Alternate to attend the Emergency Planning Workshop to be held December 10-12, in Alymer and agree to cost share in the related costs for same. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, that the Council of the Township of Armour support a second application to the Municipal Green Fund by the Village of Burk’s Falls to facilitate a solution to municipal water issues for property owners on Ferguson Road. Carried - Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, that the Council of the Township of Armour authorize the clerk to book two (2) rooms for the 2008 OGRA/ROMA combined conference. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Pat Hayes, that we do now adjourn this regular meeting at 10:45 p.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for November 13, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. or at the call of the Reeve. Carried |