THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR

MINUTES

September 28, 2004

The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, September 28, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve, Richard Thomas; Councillors, Rod Blakelock, Jerry Brandt, Marty Corcoran and Bob MacPhail; delegates, Andy Kirchner, Keith Dennis for Brian Williamson, guests: Karen Kowalchuk, Henry Tanner, Jessie Kohl, Huntsville Forrester, staff Wendy Whitwell, Clerk-Treasurer.

CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING:

The minutes of the regular meeting September 14, 2004 were approved as circulated.

DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:

  • -None.

DELEGATIONS:

Andy Kirchner, 125 Doe Lake Road, in response to noise complaints. Council discussed the letter included in the agenda package. Mr. Kirchner denies the accusations made against him, and gave his version of the ongoing problems with noise disturbances. Mr. Kirchner also presented information and pictures indicating zoning concerns he has with the adjacent property. Reeve Thomas indicated Council would review the information supplied at the Council meeting with staff, and decide what action should be taken. Mr. Kirchner was also advised to check the website for any agenda relating to updating, or revisions to the noise by-law.

Keith Dennis attended on behalf of Brian Williamson, Canadian Shield Log Homes, proposal to lease 12 Three Mile Lake Road. Keith attended to answer any questions Council may have regarding the proposal. There is no plan to locate a log structure on the property, only to promote and advertise their business. Keith was advised that any signage must be approved by the Ministry of Transportation. The clerk has not received a reply to the correspondence forwarded to the Ministry for clarification on how much property will be needed for highway expansion. A resolution was passed authorizing the clerk to prepare a one year lease.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE LAST MEETING

  • -Kontek Engineering Limited, a resolution was passed accepting the proposal submitted by Kontek Engineering, and authorizing the clerk to sign the required acknowledgment.

BY-LAWS:

  • -By-law # 32-2004, being a by-law to adopt a Municipal Accessibility Plan, was read a first, second and third time.

REPORTS:

  • -Arena, Sept. 15th, Jerry and Richard gave a verbal report. Discussion regarding the rental charge for 50 minutes of ice time.

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  • -POA, Sept. 16th, Richard gave a verbal report, everything appears to be back on track.
  • -Steering Committee, Sept. 23rd, Marty and Richard gave a verbal report. Speakers at this meeting focused on the promotion of our area for economic development. The next meeting will include a presentation regarding the "Disintegrator" by Kearns.


  • -By-law enforcement report for August


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  • -Building report for August


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  • -Budget versus actual report to July 31, 2004


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  • -Councillor MacPhail reported on attending the Katrine Community Centre Club meeting recently. The building interior requires painting, new ceiling tile, etc. and the club has very little money. The clerk will request further information regarding costs and finances of the community centre club.


  • -Marty and Rod reported on receiving volunteer recognition recently at a ceremony in North Bay for their many years associated with the Winterfest and Santa Claus Parade.

  • -Greer Galloway Group Inc. municipal structure appraisal report. The clerk circulated a summary report and requested Council review and bring back to the next meeting for discussion with Les Phinney.

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CORRESPONDENCE:

  • -Katrine Baseball Club, request for a resolution to declare the Annual Baseball Family Banquet and Dance to be held on Saturday, October 30, 2004, a community festival. A resolution was passed.


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  • -Town of Halton Hills, request for support of a resolution requesting the Province of Ontario to enact legislation requiring MPAC to freeze assessments on homes owned by residents over the age of 70 years, and who have resided in the same home for 20 years or more. Resolution was defeated.


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  • -Ontario Division, Canadian Union of Public Employees, request to declare October 27, 2004 "Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Education Appreciation Day". A resolution in support was passed.


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  • -City of Woodstock, request for support of a resolution requesting the Province of Ontario and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing responsible for seniors take immediate action to amend Section 319 of the Ontario Municipal Act that deals with tax deferrals for relief from financial hardships, and introduce amendments to allow single-tier and lower- tier municipalities the opportunity to provide a municipal property tax deferral program targeted towards low income seniors and disabled person as defined by regulation. No resolution was passed.


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  • -Ministry of Finance, notification of Ontario Regulation 274/04 filed on August 30, 2004, new financial tool available to help provide an incentive for environmental site remediation for brownfields.
  • -City of Sault Ste. Marie, invitation to attend the Northern Ontario "Branding Workshop" & Luncheon, at the Algoma's Water Tower Inn. No one will be attending.

  • -Trans Canada Trail, request for donation. No donation was authorized.


  • -MPAC, letter of introduction for the new chair of MPAC, Debbie Zimmerman, and invitation to the annual meeting Monday, October 4, 2004 at the Waterloo Inn and Conference Centre.


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  • -Minister of Consumer and Business Services, notification of new initiative to designate municipal clerks as a class of persons authorized to solemnize civil marriages.


  • -Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, notification of the launching of the Ontario Regional Area Municipal Portal Northwest, or OnRAMP - NW, an online information and advisory service for our municipal services office clients in the Northeast region of Ontario.

NEW BUSINESS:

  • -Ministry of Transportation, reply to Township letter of August 17, 2004 regarding concerns of the Township of Armour regarding the Highway 11 four laning project. The clerk was instructed to request MTO representatives attend a council meeting.


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  • -Township of Perry, Statement of AHIC expenses and financial position, balance owing from municipal partners. A resolution authorizing the payment was passed.

  • -2004 Cemetery Grants. A resolution was passed authorizing the 2004 grants.

  • -Staff report regarding the Chetwynd Cemetery clean up day.


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  • -Staff report regarding the clearing of snow at the municipal office for the 2004/2005 season.


  • -Burk's Falls and District Fire Department, bill for the fire safety security box for the Katrine Community Centre. Council instructed the clerk to pay this bill in the amount of $ 115.56.


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

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RESOLUTIONS:

  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the minutes of the September 14, 2004 meeting be approved as circulated. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby accept the proposal submitted by Kontek Engineering Ltd. dated September 10, 2004, regarding the certification of the Katrine Community Centre water system, and authorize the clerk to sign the required documents. (Carried)

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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby accept the proposal submitted by Canadian Shield Log Homes for the lease of 12 Three Mile Lake Road, and instruct the clerk to prepare a lease for a term of 1 year, at a monthly rate of $ 160.00. The lessee must secure any required permits from the Ministry of Transportation. (Carried)
  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 32-2004, being a by-law to adopt a Municipal Accessibility Plan. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That By-law # 32-2004 be read a second time. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That By-law # 32-2004 be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 28th day of September, 2004. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour petition the Canadian National Railway to proceed with the needed repairs to the level crossings as they have deteriorated to a state of disrepair and safety is a serious concern. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby declare the Katrine Baseball Club Family Banquet and Dance a community festival, and appoint Earl Haggart to represent the best interest of the municipality for this event. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the Town of Halton Hills, and request the Province of Ontario to enact legislation requiring MPAC to freeze assessments on homes owned by residents over the age of 70 years, and who have resided in the same house for 20 years or more. (Defeated)


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  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby designate October 27, 2004 as "Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day", in recognition of the influence, dedication and commitment of child care workers to children, their families, and quality of life of the community. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the clerk to remit the balance owing for Almaguin Highlands Information Centre, for the period of May to November 30, 2003, in the amount of $ 1,978.02, to the Township of Perry as per invoice dated September 7, 2004. This represents the final amount owing. (Carried)


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  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the 2004 cemetery grant in the amount of $ 100.00 to each of the following cemeteries; Berriedale, Berriedale Catholic, Burk's Falls and Chetwynd. (Carried)
  • -Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That we do now adjourn at 9:29 p.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for October 12, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. or at the call of the Reeve. (Carried)