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Monday, January 11th, 2021
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, January 11th, 2021 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle (arrived late)
Councillor Dwight Day
Councillor Michael Wheaton
Councillor Dale Howell
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Guest: Willie Goodyear
Absent: Councillor Shawn Budgell
Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:35 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4695-21-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell 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 Regular Public Council Meeting held on December 17th, 2020 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4696-21-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of December 17th, 2020 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Guest: Willie Goodyear
Mayor Howell welcomed Guest Willie Goodyear to the meeting. Mr. Goodyear was requesting exemption for the $500 Recovery Fee and exemption for the extra $100 per year associated with the sewer installation until the service is in use.
(Deputy Mayor Peddle arrived at the meeting at 7:40 p.m.)
Mr. Goodyear also thinks the town septic tank and proposed water treatment plant is located on his property. The town is leasing a portion of that property from Crown Lands and the other portion was given to the town by the previous taxpayer of the property. Mr. Goodyear was shown the documents from Crown Land that the town has in their possession and advised to contact Crown Lands to check out his claim. Mayor Howell thanked Mr. Goodyear for attending and presenting his concerns and advised he would be notified of Council’s decision. Mr. Goodyear then left the meeting.
Motion-4697-21-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that the Town will defer payment of the Recovery Fee until connection to the town sewer line up to a 2 year maximum period. The Water and Sewer Annual Fee of $400 cannot be changed as per Section 130 of the Municipalities Act.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Committees:
Finance: Canada Summer Job Applications
Members were in agreement for the Town Clerk/Manager to complete a Canada Summer Job Application for 2021.
4th Quarter 2020 Financial Statements
The 4th Quarter 2020 Financial Statements were presented to and reviewed by members and found to be in good standing.
Finance: Collections Report 4th Quarter 2020
The Collections Report for the 4th Quarter 2020 was presented to and reviewed by members. Collection results for 2020 were positive.
Rink
Members were in agreement to check out locations for a new rink and bring findings back to the next meeting for further discussion.
Public Works: Chlorine Readings
The Chlorine Readings for December were presented to and reviewed by members.
Water Usage/Flow Data
The Water Usage and Flow Data reports for December were presented to and reviewed by members. The average daily water usage for December was 135,096 gallons.
Fire Dept. Complaints
Motion-4698-21-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Day
Resolve to enter into a “Privileged Session” to discuss this topic.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
(Discussion)
Motion-4699-21-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve the meeting be returned to an “Open Session”
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Fire Dept: Complaints
Members were in agreement to follow the guidelines in place and the Clerk/Manager and Fire Chief would conduct an investigation regarding the complaints received. Results of the investigation will be brought back to Council for their input/decision.
Application for funding
Members were in agreement for Town Clerk/Manager to consult with the Fire Chief and complete the application.
Accounts Payable:
Central Cashier’s Office $ 115.00 – Easement re W.S. (Paid)
NL Power $ 265.73 – Hydro – Garage (Paid)
NL Power $ 98.36 – Hydro – Chlor. Cha (Paid)
NL Power $ 385.56 – Hydro – Mun. Bldg. (Paid)
NL Power $ 201.72 – Hydro – Booster Stn. (Paid)
NL Power $ 558.77 – Hydro – Fire Hall (Paid)
NL Power $ 49.04 – Hydro – Lift Stn. (Paid)
Central Office Equipment $ 48.96 – Office Supplies (Paid)
CNWM $2,227.68 – Tipping Fees
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 493.39 – Janitor Closet/Cabinet
Townsuite $3,929.60 – Support
TRIO $ 333.61 – Health Premiums
Bell Aliant $ 313.25 – Phone/Fax/Internet
Bell Aliant $ 76.70 – Phone – Fire Hall
Bell Mobility $ 36.45 – Phone – Cell
Pennell’s Service Station $ 45.89 – FD Pickup/connector/wire
Municipal Assessment Agency $3,068.00 – 1st Quarter Assess Fees
NL Power $1,794.60 – Hydro – Street Lighting
Perfect Pen & Stationary $ 103.38 – Office/Advertising
MNL $ 984.20 – Membership dues
PMA $ 168.30 – Membership dues
FCM $ 317.32 – Membership dues
G & M Services $ 313.97 – Gas
Carmanville Value Grocer $ 7.60 – Kitchen Supplies
Accounts
Payable Motion-4700-21-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
New Business: Domestic Band Saw Mill
The request to operate a domestic saw mill at 144 A Main Street was approved pending approval of all other relevant government departments.
Car Wrecks
This problem is ongoing.
Adjournment: Motion-4701-21-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, January 25th, 2021 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. |
