Monday, January 16th, 2023
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, January 16th, 2023 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Kimberly Blackwood (arrived late)
Councillor Gordon Blackwood (arrived late)
Councillor Dale Howell
Councillor Tony Moyles
Councillor Mitchell Nippard
Clerk/Manage Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Councillor Hayward Morgan
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4697-23-Councillor T. Moyles/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
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 of December 19th, 2022 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4698-23-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor T. Moyles
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of December 19th, 2022 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business
Arising: Rink (Lighting)
(Deputy Mayor Blackwood and Councillor G. Blackwood arrived at the meeting at 7:35 p.m.)
The Rink Boards have now been installed and the rink is ready to flood. There is work remaining to be done in the spring regarding the installation of lighting and levelling up the ground in front of the double door and the single door. A concrete pad will be placed in front of the double door in the spring. The rink surface can be painted if members were in agreement and the Town Engineer would let us know the type of paint required.
In the meantime, temporary measures will be put in place to make the rink available for use this winter. This would include temporary lighting and a temporary pathway from the building to the single door to the rink.
Motion-4699-23-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor T. Moyles
Resolve to engage an electrician to install the lights we have on hand as a temporary measure.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Committees
Finance: 2023 Budget Revision
Motion-4700-23-DM Blackwood/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve to follow the instructions of Municipal Affairs Analyst Michelle Kelly and amend the 2023 Budget balancing at $846,916.00.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Finance: CSJ Application
Motion-4701-23-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor T. Moyles
Resolve to approve the application for the Canada Summer Student Jobs as submitted.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
4TH Quarter Financial Report
The 4th Quarter Financial Report was presented to and reviewed by members.
Collections Report
The Collections Report for December was presented to and reviewed by members.
Tax Sale/Interest (Privileged)
Motion-4702-23-DM Blackwood/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve to enter into a “Privileged” Session to discuss this topic.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Discussion.
Motion-4703-23-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor T. Moyles
Resolve to return to an “Open” Session for the remainder of the meeting.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Motion-4704-23-DM Blackwood/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the proposal from the Resident regarding 374 Main Street be approved as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business Closure
Motion-4705-23-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the 2023 Business Tax for the Green Depot be removed as per policy and as of the date written notification of the Business Closure was received from the owner. 2022 Business Tax is still the responsibility of the owner.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Public Works: Chlorine Readings
Chlorine Readings for the month of December were presented to and reviewed by members. Readings were within the recommended guidelines.
Water Usage/Flow Data
The Water Usage and Flow Data for December were presented to and reviewed by members. The average water usage for December was 137,160 gallons per day.
Public Works: Garage Supplies
A list of supplies needed for the garage was presented to and reviewed by members. Further research is required on one of the items listed and will be brought back for further discussion. The remaining items listed will be purchased as required.
Fire Dept: Incident Reports
Fire Incident Reports were presented to and reviewed by members.
Membership Application
Motion-4706-23-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve to approve the application for membership from Faith Mouland as presented and recommended by the Fire Chief.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Recreation: AGM Election of Officers
Mayor Howell agreed to officiate the Election of Officers at the Recreation Committee’s AGM on January 19th, 2023.
Accounts
Payable:
NL Power $ 309.63 – Hydro – Garage (Paid)
NL Power $ 117.55 – Hydro – Chlor Cham. (Paid)
NL Power $ 453.20 – Hydro – Mun. Bldg. (Paid)
NL Power $ 188.27 – Hydro – Booster Stn. (Paid)
NL Power $ 631.78 – Hydro – Fire Hall (Paid)
NL Power $ 45.10 – Hydro – Lift Station (Paid)
NL Power $1,814.46 – Hydro – Street Lighting (Paid)
Bell Aliant $ 314.66 – Phone/Fax/Internet (Paid)
Bell Aliant $ 81.36 – Phone – FH (Paid)
Bell Mobility $ 52.20 – Phone – Cell (Paid)
NAPE $ 98.60 – Union Dues (Paid)
CIBC Mellon $ 594.36 – Pension Premiums (Paid)
Receiver General for Canada $4,544.06 – Payroll Remittance (Paid)
Municipal Assessment Agency $3,081.00 – 1st Quarter Assess Fee
Townsuite Municipal Software $4,383.08 – Annual Fee
PMA $ 168.30 – Membership Fee
MNL $ 984.20 – Membership Fee
Rockwater $1,622.88 – Chlorine
Dooley’s Trucking $ 276.63 – BA Servicing
Carmanville Valu Grocer $ 20.53 – Kitchen/Janitorial Supplies
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 130.33 – Janitorial/Burlap-Trees/Garage Sup.
G & M Services $1,119.72 – Gas: Town: 942.70: FD 177.02
Central Cashier’s Office $ 115.00 – Lease/W.S. Property
K & D Pratt $ 672.75 – FD Emergency Sign
CNWM $1,667.36 – Tipping Fees Dec.
NL Assoc. of Fire Services $ 402.50 – FD Membership Dues 2023
Harty Engineering Ltd. $1,062.07 – Fees & Materials Purchased for Town
Motion-4707-23-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor T. Moyles
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence:
From Regarding Action
MAA Update Info only
MMSB Compost Bins Info only
New Business: Permit
(Councillor T. Moyles left the meeting at 8:40 p.m. due to a conflict of interest).
The request to build an extension to the shed at 24 Main Street South was approved as per Town Policy and the Town’s Accessory Building Permit Regulations.
(Councillor T. Moyles returned to the meeting at 8:45 p.m.)
Members
Business: Male Allyship Workshop
Any member interested in registering for this workshop can contact the town office.
MNL Committees for 2023
Any member interested in joining any of the MNL Committees can contact the town office.
Adjournment: Motion-4708-23-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, January 30th, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor T. Moyles Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
