THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR

MINUTES

September 14, 2004

The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve, Richard Thomas; Councillors, Rod Blakelock, Jerry Brandt, Marty Corcoran and Bob MacPhail; delegates, Michael Kuntz, Muskoka-Parry Sound Health Unit and Liz Sims and Alicia Tyson, Breathe Easy Parry Sound Coalition; Ron Russell, guests; Karen Kowalchuk, Maynard Connolly, Bill Argiropoulos, Greg Corbett; staff, Les Phinney, CRS-I, Wendy Whitwell, Clerk-Treasurer.

CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING:

The minutes of the regular meeting August 24, 2004 were approved as circulated.

DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:

  • -None.

DELEGATIONS:

Michael Kuntz, Muskoka-Parry Sound Health Unit introduced himself and Liz Sims and Alicia Tyson and made a presentation on the harmful effects of second hand smoke. Issues discussed and covered in the presentation included rights of individuals, differences between 1st and 2nd hand smoke, enforcement, suggested process for a smoke free by-law, and which municipalities in our area that have passed smoke-free by-laws. Michael detailed a study completed by Ottawa on the positive effect of a by-law in the Ottawa area. Liz Sims and Alicia Tyson also presented information for Council's consideration on why the Township of Armour should consider passing a smoke-free by-law. Reeve Thomas thanked the group for their presentation.

Ron Russell, attended to discuss further a request to rezone Part Lot 12, Concession 3, from MX to rural, to allow for the construction of a dwelling. Council reviewed a revised sketch indicating an area 400' x 600' at the corner of Three Mile Lake Road and Leggett's road the property owner wishes to rezone. This sketch had been forwarded to the municipal planner Robert Miller for comments, which were also reviewed by Council and Ron. Mr. Miller does not recommend allowing this rezoning without site rehabilitation. A conference call was suggested to review concerns. The clerk will advise when the planner will be available for this call.

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

- road account voucher # 09-2004

- bridge repairs and NOHF funding

Les advised Council he has not been successful in finding a contractor to proceed with needed repairs to the steel bridge at Katrine. The clerk advised Council that we have some NOHF funding for this job only until December, 2004. Les will continue to check for contractors.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM A PREVIOUS MEETING:

  • -Draft agreement for CBO/Inspection services for 2nd review by Council. This agreement was reviewed again and a by-law to enter into the agreement is also included in the agenda.

ACCOUNTS FOR APPROVAL

  • -road accounts voucher # 09-2004, in the amount of $ 17,296.98 was approved for payment.


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  • -general accounts voucher # 09-2004, in the amount of $ 103,133.91 was approved for payment.


  • -landfill accounts voucher # 09-2004, in the amount of $ 20,757.71 was approved for payment.

APPLICATIONS: CONSENT TO SEVER

  • -Connolly, Part Lots 18, 19, 21 and 22, Con. 11 & 12 - application # B-030/04 and B-031/04. Council reviewed the consent application and planning report from the municipal planner, Robert Miller and the planning board planner Gregory Bender. A resolution was passed approving the applications, with conditions.

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BY-LAWS:

  • -By-law # 30-2004, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council was read a first, second and third time.


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  • -By-law # 31.2004, being a by-law to enter into an agreement for joint building officials and inspectors was read a first, second and third time.

REPORTS:

  • -Tri R, Sept. 1st Bob and Richard gave a verbal report.
  • -AHIC, Sept. 2nd Richard gave a verbal report.
  • -Fire Brd, Sept. 13th, Marty gave a verbal report.
  • -Planning Brd., Sept. 13th, Richard gave a verbal report.
  • -2004 Summer Recreation Program, final report was reviewed by Council.

CORRESPONDENCE:

  • -Township of Wainfleet, copy of a letter forwarded to the Ministry of Agriculture and Food regarding the decision of the provincial government to cancel the grants available for municipal drainage without consultation with municipalities.


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  • -Township of South Stormont, request for support of a resolution requesting the Provincial government immediately re-instate the Municipal Outlet Drainage program. A resolution in support was passed.


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  • -Town of Lakeshore, request for support of a resolution requesting the Province immediately re-instate the Municipal Outlet Drainage program and uphold its prior commitments to rural municipalities of Ontario. A resolution in support was passed.


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  • -Township of North Frontenac, request for support of a resolution and share concerns regarding the future of rural Ontario due to the contents of the provincial government report "Investing in People: Creating a Human Capital Society for Ontario", which indicates Ontario should pull back from supporting rural Ontario. A resolution in support was passed.
  • -The Micro Business Development Centre, information and request for nomination for the Almaguin Highlands Business Excellence Awards for 2004.

Reeve Thomas received a consensus of Council to nominate the Hodder's for their bio-diesel enterprise.

  • -Township of McKellar, request for support of a resolution to petition the Minister of Finance to review the Assessment Review Board decision released on May 5, 2004 classifying for-profit residential children's camps as lands used for residential purposes on a seasonal basis and enact legislation amending Ontario Regulation 282/98 to reflect the for-profit nature of these businesses. A resolution in support was passed.
  • -Oxford County, request for support of a resolution requesting the needed improvements to MPAC as identified, proceed without further delay. A resolution in support was passed.


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  • -Notification of public information meetings, Protecting Great Lakes Basin Waters, draft provincial/state agreements.


  • -Muskoka Parry Sound Health Unit, copy of news release regarding West Nile virus in East Parry Sound.


  • -Sequin Township, invitation to the 25th anniversary of the Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport, September 18th.


  • -Almaguin-Nipissing Travel Association, invitation to the annual general meeting, September 23rd, 2004, North Bay.


  • -Invitation to an open house for the new business "Compu Coach", to be held on October 1, 2004, Burk's Falls.

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UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

  • -Certification of the Katrine Community Centre water system. Council reviewed a proposal received from Kontek Engineering Limited.

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NEW BUSINESS:

  • -Almaguin Highlands Festival and Event Listing, letter requesting a link on our municipal web-site. A resolution authorizing this was passed.


  • -Municipal World Inc. request for renewal of subscription. A resolution was passed authorizing this renewal.


  • -District of Parry Sound Municipal Association, fall meeting notice and correspondence. A resolution authorizing the registration of council members and staff was passed.


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  • -AMCTO Zone 7 fall workshop, registration information. A resolution authorizing the registration of the clerk-treasurer was passed.

CORRESPONDENCE:

  • -2004 Municipal Accessibility Plan was reviewed and approved by Council. This plan will be posted on the web-site and in the municipal office.

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

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  • -resolution to move into closed session at 9:50 p.m.


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  • -resolution to move out of closed session at 10:00 p.m.

RESOLUTIONS:

  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the minutes of the regular meeting held on August 24, 2004 be adopted as circulated. (Carried)

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  • -Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the clerk to forward the amended re- zoning application submitted by Robert Newell, to re-zone a portion of Lot 12, Concession 3, 42R10316 Parts 1 - 4, from MX to Rural, as indicated on the sketch dated July 27, 2004, and request the municipal planner proceed with a preparation of a zoning by-law amendment. (Tabled)
  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That Road Accounts Voucher # 09-2004 in the amount of $ 17,296.98 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. (Carried)
  • - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That General Accounts Voucher # 09-2004 in the amount of $ 103,133.91 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. (Carried).


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  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That Landfill Accounts Voucher # 09-2004 in the amount of $ 20,757.71 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 Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby approve the consent application submitted by Connolly # B-030/04 and B-031/04 with the following conditions:

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B-30/04 5% cash-in-lieu of parkland as per the Township of Armour by-law # 14-2002 be paid to the municipality.

B-31/04 that the subject property must be re-zoned to remove the holding provision.

5% cash-in-lieu of parkland as per the Township of Armour by-law # 14-2002 be paid to the municipality. (Carried)

  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 30-2004, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council at its meetings. (Carried)
  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That By-law # 30-2004 be read a second time. (Carried)
  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That By-law # 30-2004 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 14th day of September, 2004. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 31-2004, being a by-law to enter into an agreement with the Township of Perry to purchase Chief Building Official and Building Inspection Services. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 31-2004 be read a second time. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 31-2004 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 14th day of September, 2004. (Carried)

  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the Township of South Stormont and request the immediate reinstatement of the Municipal Outlet Drainage (MOD) program. (Carried)

  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the Town of Lakeshore and hereby petition the Province of Ontario to immediately reinstate the Municipal Outlet Drainage Program and to uphold its prior commitments to rural municipalities of Ontario. (Carried)

  • -Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour support the resolution from the Township of North Frontenac and share concerns regarding the future of rural Ontario due to the contents of the provincial government report "Investing in People: Creating a Human Capital Society for Ontario, which indicates Ontario should pull back from supporting rural Ontario. (Carried)

  • -Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the Township of McKellar to petition the Minister of Finance to review the Assessment Review Board decision released on May 5, 2004 classifying for-profit residential children's camps as lands used for residential purposes on a seasonal basis and enact legislation amending Ontario Regulation 282/98 to reflect the for-profit nature of these businesses. (Carried)

  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from Oxford County Council and strongly suggest the needed improvements to MPAC proceed without further delay. (Carried)

  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the clerk to forward the request from Almaguin Highlands Festival and Event Liaison to On-Line Planning and authorize a link to the Armour Township website. (Carried)

    • -Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the registration of three council members and one staff member to attend the District of Parry Sound Municipal Association meeting on Monday, October 4, 2004 at the Township of McKellar. (Carried)

    • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the registration of Wendy Whitwell to attend the Association of Municipal Clerk's and Treasurers, Zone 7 Fall workshop, October 6th - 8th, 2004 and agree to pay out of pocket expenses related to same. (Carried)

    • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the renewal of two subscriptions to the Municipal World magazine, to November 2005. (Carried)

    • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, BE IT RESOLVED That the Council of the Township of Armour move into closed session at 9:50 p.m. in order to discuss matters pursuant to Section 239 2 (b) (c) of the Municipal Act. (Carried)

    • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour move out of the closed session at 10:00 p.m. (Carried)

    • -Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That we do now adjourn at 10:09 p.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for September 28, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. or at the call of the Reeve. (Carried)