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Monday, February 18th, 2019
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, February 18th, 2019 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Marlene Peddle (arrived late)
Councillor Shawn Budgell
Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Councillor Dale Howell
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Councillor Dwight Day
Councillor Michael Wheaton
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4314-19-Councillor S. Budgell/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Minutes: Mayor Howell asked if there were any errors or omissions to the Minutes of the Public Meeting of Council held on February 4th, 2019 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4315-19-Councillor S. Budgell/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that the Minutes of the Public Council Meeting of February 4th, 2019 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
(Deputy Mayor Peddle arrived at the meeting at 7:35 p.m.)
Business
Arising: NAPE Negotiations
Council’s response will be forwarded to the NAPE Representative.
FD Backboard
Motion-4316-19-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve to grant approval to the Fire Department to purchase a Backboard as per the lowest quote provided ($528.00 + tax) from Pretty Safe Enterprises.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Committees
Finance: Gas Tax Agreement
The Gas Tax Funding Agreement for 2019 – 2024 for a total amount of $202,642.00 was presented to members.
Motion-4317-19-Councillor D. Howell/Deputy Mayor Peddle
Resolve to accept the Gas Tax Funding allocation from 2019-2024 for a total amount of $202,642.00 as presented from the Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Safe Grad Donation
Members were in agreement to purchase 2 $25.00 gift certificates as per policy for the Safe Grad Donation.
Finance: Property Tax (Privileged)
Motion-4318-19-Councillor D. Howell/Deputy Mayor Peddle
Resolve to enter into a “Privileged Session” to discuss this topic.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
(Discussion)
Finance: Property Tax
Motion-4319-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve to return to an “Open Session” for the remainder of the meeting.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Motion-4320-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve that to grant the request for adjustment as requested.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Public Works: Water Report
Satisfactory.
Public Works: Welding PPE
Motion-4321-19-Councillor D. Howell/Deputy Mayor Peddle
Resolve to purchase Welding Coveralls at the discretion of the Town Manager.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Sewer Problem
Members were updated on the sewer problem on Main Street South. The outfall and overflow are both frozen and the sewer lines are blocked with rags and mop heads, etc. that should not be disposed of in the sewer line. A contractor is on site to pump the lines and will return tomorrow with the sewer jet to attempt to thaw the outfall and overflow.
Members were in agreement to send a letter to residents who are connected to the sewer line on Main Street South and inform them of the problem and cost estimate. Further to inform them that rags, cloths, mop heads, or any other waste material should not be disposed of in the sewer line in the future.
Fire Dept: Tool re: coupler/hoses
Members were in agreement to research price of tool to replace couplings on hose versus the cost to ship out for repair/replacement. Results will be brought back to future meeting.
Firettes
A proposal regarding Firettes was presented to and reviewed by members. Members were in agreement to respond in writing and thank them for their interest and inform them that the Fire Department is currently financially secure and Council provides all required equipment to perform their jobs safely. Therefore, Council feels there is no role for Firettes to fill at this point in time.
Rec. Committee: AED – Training
Members were informed that the Heart and Stroke Foundation donated an AED and Cabinet for the Recreation Center. They require 8 members to be trained. The instructor will be Fire Chief White and the tentative date is March 10th. Deputy Mayor Peddle, Councillor Shawn Budgell and Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear will be registered for this training. If any other member would like to attend they must notify the Clerk/Manager as soon as possible to get registered.
Accounts
Payable:
CNWM $2,772.77 – Tipping Fees
CNWM $2,214.00 – Curbside Collection Fees
Brinson’s Sand & Gravel Ltd. $ 92.00 – Loader/Tow
Air Liquide $ 368.80 – Oxy/Acet Cylinder Lease
TRIO $ 256.14 – Health Premiums
Pennell’s Service Station $ 185.50 – Trailer Brake-Town P/U
Carmanville Value Grocer $ 9.06 – Janitorial/Kitchen Supplies
Stewart McKelvey $ 161.00 – Legal Fees
G & M Services $ 492.89 – Gas $338.89; Diesel $154.
Workplace NL $4,081.93 – WHSCC Premiums
Motion-4322-19-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence:
From Regarding Action
Public Libraries Town Representative Mayor Howell
Adjournment: Motion-4323-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, March 4, 2019 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Monday, February 4th, 2019
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, February 4th, 2019 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle (arrived late)
Councillor Shawn Budgell
Councillor Dwight Day
Councillor Michael Wheaton
Councillor Dale Howell
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Guest: Willie Goodyear
Absent: Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4307-19-Councillor S. Budgell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Minutes: Mayor Howell asked if there were any errors or omissions to the Minutes of the Public Meeting of Council of January 21st, 2019 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4308-19-Councillor S. Budgell/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the Minutes of the Public Council Meeting of January 21st, 2019 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Guest: Willie Goodyear - Recovery Fees/Sewer Fees
Mayor Howell welcomed Mr. Goodyear to the meeting and asked him to present his case. Mr. Goodyear was requesting exemption from sewer tax as he has not yet connected to the sewer so is not using the service. Mr. Goodyear left the meeting at 7:35 p.m.
(Deputy Mayor Peddle arrived at the meeting at 7:40 p.m.)
Motion-4309-19-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that Council follow Section 130 of the Municipalities Act.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 1 – Councillor D. Day
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business
Arising: NAPE Negotiations
Motion-4310-19-Councillor S. Budgell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve to enter into a “Closed Session” to discuss this topic.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Discussion
Motion-4311-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor M. Wheaton
Resolve to enter into an “Open Session” for the remainder of the meeting.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Clerk/Manager was instructed to reply to the NAPE Representative with Council’s response.
Business
Arising: Part-time Operator
The Emergency List if the call in Part-time Operator was not available was presented to Council. Members were in agreement to get the new call in operator trained on the Backhoe/Loader.
Order
Members were informed that the request for information outlined in the Appeal has been submitted within the deadline. Copies of all the information submitted is kept in the file.
Incident Report
It was noted that the town has not received an invoice from the contractor who towed the town Loader on January 17, 2019. Clerk/Manager was instructed to write the contractor and request the invoice to be paid.
W/S Regulations /Meeting Date
Members were previously given a copy of the current Water and Sewer Regulations. Tentative date to review/revise the Town Water and Sewer Regulations is Monday, February 11th, 2019.
New town policies & lockers /Meeting Date
Members were given a copy of the new town policies to be adopted. Tentative date to review/revise the new policies is February 25th, 2019.
Committees
Finance: Audit
Members were informed that the Town’s 2018 Financial Statements will be audited on February 6th, 2019.
Public Works: Waterline Repair
The report and pictures of the recent waterline repair in the vicinity of 217 Main Street was presented to members. This area needs more work in the spring on the current waterlines. To be brought back to future meeting in the spring for further discussion.
Chlorine Readings
Chlorine Readings for the month of January 2019 were presented to and reviewed by members. Readings were with guidelines.
Public Works: Monthly Water Usage/Flow Data
Monthly water usage average for January was 155,287 gals/day.
Screen Cleaning
A report and pictures of the Screen Cleaning of January 29/19 was presented to and reviewed by members.
Fire Dept: Backboard set
A request to purchase a Backboard Set to be used as extraction equipment and for training purposes was received from the Fire Chief on behalf of the members. Members agreed this topic requires further research and results will be brought back to the next meeting for further discussion.
Accounts
Payable:
Bell Aliant $ 301.96 – Phone/Fax/Internet
Bell Aliant $ 76.70 – Phone – Fire Hall
Bell Mobility $ 37.24 – Phone – Cell
CIBC Mellon $ 413.40 – Pension Premiums
Carmanville Value Grocer $ 26.47 – Kitchen/Janitorial Supplies
Central Office Equipment $ 55.20 – Paper/Office Supplies
NAPE $ 62.60 – Union Dues
NL Power $1,775.52 – Hydro – Street Lighting
Receiver General for Canada $2,440.50 – Payroll Remittance
Rockwater $1,482.12 – Chlorine
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 30.10 – Garage Supplies
D & M Services Ltd. $ 172.50 – Dig/Supply Fill
Motion-4312-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence:
From Regarding Action
MNL Ban Plastic Bags Info Only
Members
Business: ATIPP
Information regarding a recent OIPC decision was circulated to all members for their information and retention.
Adjournment: Motion-4313-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, February 18th, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. for the Regular Public Council Meeting.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. |
