THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR

MINUTES

September 27, 2005

The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, September 27, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve, Richard Thomas; Councillors, Rod Blakelock, Jerry Brandt, Marty Corcoran and Bob MacPhail, delegates, Derek Miller, Paul Scargall, Patrick Dubé, Tim Harvey, Ferdinand Regier, Gib Lane; guests Phyllis Leggett, Ed Robinson, Paul and Nellie Hunter, Len Hall, Bruce Campbell, Cathy Still, Rex Smith, Ron Russell, Jarvis Osborne, media, Jessie Kohl, Almaguin Forrester and staff, Wendy Whitwell, Clerk-Treasurer.

CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING:

The minutes of the regular meeting on September 13, 2005 were approved as circulated.

DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:
None

DELEGATIONS:

Derek Miller, Proposed development for Concession 7, Part Lot 5, Commercial Drive, introduced the associates also attending and working on this proposed development. Derek gave a brief history of the property and wished to share with Council their vision for the retail/commercial development. Ferdinand Regier then displayed two exhibits. Option "A" allows for septic systems to service National Retailers including a grocery store with gas bar, coffee and donut chain, retail beer store as well as a commercial strip which could be used for office or further retail space. Option "B" utilizes municipal services and does not require septic systems, therefore allowing room for an additional 9,000 to 10,000 square foot structure. Derek indicated they have consulted with the Ontario Realty Corporation which is responsible for accommodation for the OPP as well as other government agencies. Application to modify the original draft subdivision approval would be followed by site plan approval, including required studies. Servicing issues including water must be addressed and the total water volume required to service the property was discussed. Derek requested a formal response from Council regarding the proposal. Reeve Thomas thanked Derek for the informative presentation.

Gib Lane, Councillor, Township of Ryerson requested to speak to Council regarding economic development. Burk's Falls and Armour have passed resolutions to pay $ 400.00 each to hold a public meeting. Ryerson has passed a resolution to pay $ 312.00 as per the cost sharing agreement for shared services.

Councillor MacPhail indicated the public meeting is ready to proceed, but the cost sharing problem must be addressed.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE LAST MEETING:

  • -Council reviewed a staff report indicating mileage rates currently paid by other municipalities in our area. The consensus of Council is not to change the mileage rate at this time, but to review it again at a later date.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM A PREVIOUS MEETING:

  • -Council reviewed a letter from Carl Scott in support of deer feeding in the Township, and concerns he has with controlling feeding with a municipal by-law. Council discussed requiring signs to indicate feeding locations. No resolution or decision was made.

  • -COMRIF Intake II application, prepared by Greer Galloway Engineering for the rehabilitation of Pevensey Road bridge was reviewed.

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APPLICATIONS:

Consents

  • -2068176 Ontario Inc. Concession 14, Part Lot 27, B038/05

application and comments from Tunnock Consulting were reviewed. A resolution was passed approving the consent with conditions.

  • -Zoning - Ferrante, Part Lot 5, Concession 6, condition of Consent B028/05

application for zoning amendment was reviewed. A resolution was passed to forward to the municipal planner for by-law preparation.

BY-LAWS:

  • -# 18-2004 Building Permit Fees, proposed amendment to Schedule "A", was approved by resolution.


  • -# 30-2005, to provide for fees charged by the Corporation, was read a first, second and third time.


  • -# 31-2005, to provide for fees for planning matters, was read a first, second and third time.


  • -# 32-2005, to confirm the proceedings of Council, was read a first, second and third time.

REPORTS:

  • -AHIC September 14th and 20th, Richard gave a verbal report.
  • -Fire Brd, September 15th, Marty and Richard gave a verbal report.
  • -Arena, September 21st, Jerry gave a verbal report.
  • -Library, September 21st, Rod reported.
  • -Steering Committee, September 22nd, Marty and Richard reported.
  • -Building report - August, was reviewed by Council.

CORRESPONDENCE:

  • -Township of Stone Mills, requesting support of a resolution to petition the Provincial Government to amend the Provincial Policy Statement to phase in Section 2.3.4 lot creation and lot adjustments over a five year period and provide to municipalities sensible and practical solutions to identifying on planning documents a true reflection of prime agricultural areas. No support was given.


  • -City of Hamilton, requesting support of a resolution and position of the Ontario Mayors for the Future Agriculture recommending that the Province of Ontario immediately develop effective funding mechanisms specifically to support rural and agricultural issues. A resolution in support was passed.
  • -City of Kawartha Lakes requesting support to lobby the provincial and federal governments to create a tax credit for parents of children who support and participate in creditable and accountable organizations and youth groups such as Boy Scouts, Girl Guides and 4-H and Cadets. A resolution in support was passed.
  • -The Salvation Army, Helping the World Campaign, request for donation. No support was given.


  • -Invitation to attend a seminar on Shared Use of Recreational Trails at the Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV and Powersport Show, October 21 - 22, 2005.


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  • -Beata Barnard, Yoga Mind and Body, requesting a letter of support to offer free yoga classes. A resolution in support was passed.


  • -AMO Alert, Understanding Bill 206, proposed OMERS reform.


  • -AMO , Local Authority Services and Ministry of Natural Resources , information and registration form, for an energy reduction workshop for municipalities.


  • -Winterfest Committee, requesting support for the 2006 Winterfest scheduled for January 14th and 15th, 2006. A resolution was passed to authorize a donation.


  • -Village of Burk's Falls, fire hydrant advisory regarding insufficient pressure in some fire hydrants in the village.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

  • -Ministry of Transportation, copy of letter regarding Highway 11 four-laning from Katrine to Burk's Falls. An emergency turnaround has been approved and will be located between Three Mile Lake Road and the Highway 520 interchange.


  • -Ministry of Transportation, reply to correspondence regarding the un-opened road allowance between Lot 10 and 11, Concession 2.

NEW BUSINESS:

  • -Municipal World magazine subscription renewal. A resolution authorizing the renewal was passed.


  • -Resolution authorizing the 2005 cemetery grants was passed.


  • -Staff report regarding snow clearing at the municipal office was reviewed and a resolution passed.


  • -Public health issues and health inspectors were discussed.


  • -Discussion regarding the re-scheduling of the second meeting in October. The clerk was instructed to advertise the date will return to the normal meeting night, Tuesday, October 25th.


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


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  • -resolution to move into closed session at 10:02.


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  • -resolution to move out of closed session at 10:08 .

RESOLUTIONS:

  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the minutes of the September 13, 2005 meeting be approved as circulated. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, The Council of the Township of Armour hereby approve consent application B038/05, 2068176 Ontario Inc. Concession 14, Part Lot 27, with the following conditions:

- that no development occur within the Flood Plain Zone,

- that any portion of the travelled road which deviates southerly on the subject property from the road allowance between Armour and Strong Townships, be surveyed and deeded to the municipality,

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

  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, The Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorizes the zoning amendment submitted by Robert & Valery Ferrante, 120 Ferguson Road, Part Lot 5, Concession 6, to meet a condition of consent # B028/05, be forwarded to the planner to prepare the required amendment. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby amend By-law # 18-2004, "Schedule A" by amending the permit fee schedule to read $ 8.00 per $ 1,000 of value of total Construction Cost. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 30-2005, being a by-law to provide for fees charged by the Corporation. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 30-2005, be read a second time. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That by-law # 30-2005, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 27th day of September, 2005. (Carried)
  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 31-2005, being a by-law to rescind by-law # 14-99 and prescribe a tariff of fees for the processing of applications made in respect of planning matters. (Carried)
  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That By-law # 31-2005, be read a second time. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That by-law # 31-2005, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 27th day of September, 2005. (Carried)
  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 32-2005, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council at its meetings. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That By-law # 32-2005, be read a second time. (Carried)


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  • - - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That by-law # 32-2005, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 27th day of September, 2005. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour support the resolution from the City of Hamilton and the position of the Ontario Mayors for the Future of Agriculture recommending that the Province of Ontario immediately develop effective funding mechanisms specifically to support rural and agricultural issues. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the City of Kawartha Lakes and encourage of provincial and federal governments to create a tax credit for parents of children who support and participate in creditable and accountable organizations and youth groups such as Boy Scouts, Girl Guides, 4-H and Cadets. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour agree to support the Winterfest Committee with a donation in the amount of $ 250.00 for the January, 2006 Winterfest. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour authorize a letter in support for Beata Barnard and the free yoga classes she is offering to the students and family members through the use of elementary schools in our community. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, that the Council of the Township of Armour authorize the renewal of the Municipal World publication as follows: one copy for one year. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize cemetery grants for 2005 in the amount of $ 100.00 to each of the following cemeteries; Berriedale, Berriedale Catholic, Burk's Falls and Chetwynd. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour hire Michelle Putman for the sidewalk snow removal/sanding, as required, for the 2005/2006 season for a fee of $ 125.00 monthly. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby move into closed session at 10:02 p.m. in order to discuss matters pursuant to Section 239 (2) (e) of the Municipal Act. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour move out of the closed session at 10:08 p.m. (Carried)

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  • -Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That we do now adjourn at 10:12 p.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for October 11, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. or at the call of the Reeve. (Carried)