Monday, April 11th, 2022
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, April 11th, 2022 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Councillor Dale Howell
Councillor Hayward Morgan
Councillor Mitchell Nippard
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Deputy Mayor Stephanie Blake
Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Councillor Shawn Budgell
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4959-22-Councillor H. Morgan/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor H. Morgan 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 March 28th, 2022 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4960-22-Councillor M. Nippard/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of March 28th, 2022 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor H. Morgan Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Guest: W. Goodyear – Did not attend meeting.
Business
Arising: Garbage – Heavy Bags
Research is ongoing to develop a safe work plan/procedure to alleviate lifting and throwing heavy bags.
W. S. Project (concerns)
Concerns regarding lawn, driveway, culvert and septic tank were presented and discussed by members. Members were in agreement that this information be forwarded to the Engineer and Contractor to be investigated. A meeting with the Mayor and Clerk/Manager will be set up to discuss their findings.
Committees:
Finance: NAPE Negotiations (Privileged)
Motion-4961-22-Councillor H. Morgan/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve to enter into a “Privileged Session” to discuss this topic.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor H. Morgan Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Discussion
Motion-4962-22-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve to return the meeting to an “Open Session”.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor H. Morgan Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
1st Quarter Financial Report
The 1st Quarter Financial Report was presented to and reviewed by members.
Finance: Collections Report
The Collections Report for March was presented to and reviewed by members.
Public Works: Waterline Repair
Motion-4963-22-Councillor H. Morgan/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve to engage ANW Construction Ltd. to repair the leak on the main waterline on April 18th, 2022 as per quotes received and reviewed.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor H. Morgan Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Chlorine Readings
Chlorine Readings for March were presented to and reviewed by members. Readings were all within guidelines.
Water Usage/Flow Data
Water Usage and Flow Data for March were presented to and reviewed by members. Average water usage was 287,963 gallons per day which is extremely high due to main waterline leak.
Fire Dept: Van/Pumper Inspections
Both the Van and Pumper Inspections have been completed.
Recreation: Take Charge Grant
A proposal/request was received from the Recreation Chair for the Town to apply for the Take Charge Grant to change out the appliances at the Rec. Center. Members were in agreement that the proposal does not meet NL Power criteria so the application cannot be submitted.
Recreation: Rental Agreement Revision
Motion-4964-22-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor H. Morgan
Resolve that the revised Rec. Rental Agreement be adopted as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor H. Morgan Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Accounts
Payable:
CNWM $1,875.44 – Tipping Fees
Action Trucks $ 195.48 – Mudflaps Town PU
Newfoundland Exchequer $ 617.78 – Salt/Sand Mixture
Central Office Equipment $ 84.05 – Office Supplies
Computer Shack $ 471.45 – Printer Toners
Stewart McKelvey $ 792.75 – Collections
Triple T Mechanics $ 695.59 – FD Van Insp/Tie Rod
Triple T Mechanics $ 483.00 – Pumper Insp.
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 312.53 – Janitorial/COVID/Garage
G & M Services $ 892.05 – Town 472.01 FD 420.04
Municipal Assessment Agency $3,074.50 – 2nd Quarter Assess Fees
Collabria Visa $ 268.69 – FD Radio Lic/Office Sup.
Cal LeGrow Insurance $ 823.00 – Firefighter Insurance
Pennell’s Service Station $ 117.93 – Town PU trailer hookup
TRIO Benefits $ 338.57 – Health Premiums
Motion-4965-22-Councillor H. Morgan/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor H. Morgan Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
New Business: Water build up MSS
A letter was received from residents on Main Street South regarding water build up in ditches and culverts that need to be replaced. Members were in agreement to write Transportation and Works and ask them to look into the concerns and to let Council know the outcome.
Members
Business: SAM AGM
The SAM AGM is scheduled for May 6th and 7th at the St. John’s Convention Center. Committee Representatives are asked to notify the office if they are available to attend.
Symposium
The MNL Symposium is scheduled from May 5th to 7th in Gander. Members are asked to notify the office if they wish to attend in person or virtually.
Power Outage NC Road
Newfoundland Power advised of a power outage on April 12th, affecting Noggin Cove Road and Noggin Cove.
Adjournment: Motion-4966-22-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor H. Morgan
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, April 25th, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor H. Morgan Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
