Monday, December 15th, 2014
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, December 15th, 2014 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle
Councillor Dale Howell
Councillor Kim Blackwood
Councillor Sam Winsor
Councillor Michel Bailet
Councillor Linda Bailet
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-3624-14-Councillor L. Bailet/Councillor K. Blackwood
Resolved that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor K. Blackwood
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Minutes: Mayor Howell asked if there were any errors or omissions to the Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of December 1, 2014 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-3625-14-Councillor L. Bailet/Councillor S. Winsor
Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of December 1st, 2014 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor K. Blackwood
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Committees
Finance: Budget/FD Budget
Motion-3626-14-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor M. Bailet
Resolved to adopt the 2015 Budget as presented with the mil rate remaining at 8.25 and the Minimum Property Tax at $275.00. The Minimum Tax for vacant land (2nd piece of property) is set at $30.00. All other taxes and fees will remain the same as in the previous year. Capital Works allocation for 2015 - $200,000 towards the Water and Sewer Project and $36,000 to cover the Loan Payment for the Backhoe/Loader. A copy of the tax and fee schedule for 2015 is attached.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor K. Blackwood
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Christmas Bonus
Clerk/Manager left the meeting at 8:55 p.m. due to a conflict of interest and was invited back after the following motion was made at 9:05 p.m.
Motion-3627-14-Councillor L. Bailet/Councillor D. Howell
Resolved that the Christmas Bonus would be allocated as follows:
Dianne Goodyear- $100.00; Bobby Goodyear- $50.00; Cheryl Blackwood and Truman Spencer - $40.00; Donna Wagg and Mark Parsons- $30.00; and Phyllis Collins – A box of Chocolates.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor K. Blackwood
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Public Works: Water Report
Satisfactory.
Fire Dept. Hoses
Purchase of hoses was included in their 2015 Budget submitted for Council’s consideration.
FD Christmas
Mayor Howell, Councillor D. Howell and Councillor K. Blackwood left the meeting at 9:10 p.m. due to a conflict of interest. Deputy Mayor Peddle took the chair.
Motion-3628-14-Councillor S. Winsor/Councillor M. Bailet
Resolved to amend the previous motion # 3622-14 (MIN2714) to distribute one turkey per member of the Fire Department for Christmas.
In favour: Deputy Mayor Peddle Councillor S. Winsor
Councillor M. Bailet Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Mayor Howell, Councillor D. Howell and Councillor K. Blackwood were invited back to the meeting at 9:15 p.m. Mayor Howell resumed Chair.
Accounts
Payable:
Bell Aliant $ 74.52 – Phone – Fire Dept. (Paid)
Receiver General for Canada $2,935.18 – Payroll Remit Nov. (Paid)
NAPE $ 96.06 – Union Dues Nov. (Paid)
CIBC Mellon $ 456.00 – Pension Premiums Nov. (Paid)
TRIO $ 319.32 – Health Premium Dec. (Paid)
Gander Tirecraft $ 729.98 – Tires – Town Pickup
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 112.11 – Grinder/Ice Melt/Meter Case
G & M Services $ 367.44 – Gas: 212.02/Diesel: 155.42
Motion-3629-14-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor D. Howell
Resolved that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor K. Blackwood
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence
From Regarding Action
MAA Board Members Elected Info Only
MNL Mandatory Use of Bicycle Helmets Info Only
New Business: Quarry Permit Renewals
There were no concerns or issues regarding the three (3) Quarry Permit renewals presented.
Members
Business: Christmas Hours
General Agreement that the Christmas Hours would be the same as in previous years – closing at noon on both Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Vacation-Clerk/Manager
Clerk/Manager will be taking annual vacation from December 22nd, 2014 to January 2nd, 2015. Cheryl Blackwood is not available to cover this period so it will be covered by Phyllis Collins.
Adjournment: Motion-3630-14-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor D. Howell
Resolved that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, January 12th, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor K. Blackwood
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
Town of Carmanville
Tax & Fee Structure 2015
Pursuant to Section 109 (1) of the Municipalities Act M-24, the following taxes and fee structure are effective as of January 1, 2015 in the Town of Carmanville, as adopted by Council on December 15th, 2014:
Property Tax | 8.25 mil rate |
Minimum Property Tax | $275.00 per year |
Minimum Tax - Vacant Land | $30.00 per year |
Poll Tax | $275.00 per year |
Water and Sewer Tax | $372.00 per year |
Water Tax | $300.00 per year |
Water and Sewer Tax | $31.00 per month |
Water Tax Only | $25.00 per month |
Water Tax - School | $2700.00 per year |
Business Tax Rates |
|
Minimum Business Tax | $300.00 per year |
Beauty Salon | 36 mils |
Fabric & Craft Shops | 12 mils |
Funeral Home | 20 mils |
Garage, Take Out Plus | 25 mils |
Garage Only | Minimum |
Grocery | 20 mils |
Groceries Plus | 24 mils |
Hardware Only | 20 mils |
Hardware Plus | 24 mils |
Lounge | 11.5 mils |
Senior Citizens Home | 3.5 mils |
Gas Bar & Restaurant | 25 mils |
Credit Union | 18 mils |
Restaurant Only | Minimum |
Fish Marketers | 25 mils |
Taxi Services | Minimum |
Utilities | 2.5% of Gross Revenue |
Building Permits |
|
New Construction | $25.00 |
Genneral Repairs | $10.00 |
Commercial | $50.00 |
Commercial General Repairs | $25.00 |
Misc. |
|
Loader Hire | $60.00 per hour |
Tax Certificate | $50.00 |
Dianne Goodyear
Town Clerk/Manager
Monday, December 1st, 2014
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, December 1st, 2014 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor Dale Howell
Councillor Sam Winsor
Councillor Michel Bailet
Councillor Linda Bailet
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Councillor Kim Blackwood
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-3618-14-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor S. Winsor
Resolved that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor S. Winsor
Councillor M. Bailet Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Minutes: Mayor Howell asked if there were any errors or omissions to the Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of November 17th, 2014 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-3619-14-Councillor S. Winsor/Councillor M. Bailet
Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of November 17th, 2014 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor S. Winsor
Councillor M. Bailet Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business
Arising: Rec Electrical Update
The mast has been put back in place on the Rec. Center. We are waiting for Newfoundland Power to turn the power back on.
MHA Eli Cross has been in contact with the Minister of Service NL. They have been trying to get an architect to do “as builts” on the Rec. Center. They advised us to try to get an architect ourselves to do the “as builts”. A couple of names were brought forward to contact and the results will be brought back to the next meeting.
Committees
Finance: Capital Works Application
Motion-3620-14-Councillor S. Winsor/Councillor M. Bailet
Resolved that the town will only borrow $175,000 of the $250,000 approved by CIBC for the 2015 Capital Works W/S Project. Further that the town will use $100,000 of its own funding as a down payment towards this project.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor S. Winsor
Councillor M. Bailet Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Public Works: Water Report
Satisfactory
Boil Order lifted as of November 21st, 2014 by Service NL.
Chlorine Readings – Nov.
Overall good and within guidelines.
Water Usage/Flow Data – Nov.
Average water usage for November was approximately 140,000 gallons per day.
Town P/U – Studded Tires
General Agreement to purchase 4 new studded tires at the lowest available price for the town pickup.
Fire Dept; S.C. Parade/Insurance (Policy)
The town insurance provider was contacted to clarify the insurance policy regarding children riding on town/fire department trucks during the Santa Claus Parade. The response was that all children would have to ride in the truck to be covered under the town’s insurance policy. They cannot ride in the back of the truck or on a float towed behind a vehicle. The Fire Chief, Town Worker and Mayor were notified when the information became available, prior to the parade, as per protocol.
Rec. Physical Activity Equipment Grant
The application submitted by the town for Playground Equipment under the Physical Activity Equipment Grant Program was denied. The application will be kept on file until March 2015 and should funds become available before then, it will be reviewed and considered.
Accounts
Payable:
Dooley’s Trucking Ltd. $ 33.90 – Courier/GFW/Loader
Dale Howell $ 11.30 – Christmas Tree Lighting
Rockwater $1,168.42 – Chlorine
NL Power $ 50.84 – Hydro – Garage
NL Power $ 279.54 – Hydro – Mun. Bldg.
NL Power $ 257.36 – Hydro – Booster Station
NL Power $ 296.84 – Hydro – Fire Hall
NL Power $ 80.54 – Hydro – Chlor. Chambers
G & M Services $ 365.12 – Gas – Town
Computer Shack Inc. $ 384.15 – Toners -Printer
Bell Mobility $ 35.37 – Phone – Cell
Bell Aliant $ 202.46 – Phone/Fax/Internet - Office
CNWM $2,032.80 – Curbside Collection – Nov.
NL Power $1,717.22 – Hydro – Street Lighting
CNWM $1,776.21 – Tipping Fees – Nov.
Motion-3621-14-Councillor D. Howell/Deputy Mayor Peddle
Resolved that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor S. Winsor
Councillor M. Bailet Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence
From Regarding Action
CNWM Christmas Collection Schedule No Change in date
Gov. - Lands Branch Review of Protected Road Zoning Info Only
MNL Report on Municipal Spending Info Only
MNL Social Media Campaign Info Only
New Business: Application for Crown Land
Application for Crown Land located between 46 and 50 Noggin Cove Road, submitted for Town Recommendation, is approved as per policy.
Canada Summer Jobs
General Agreement to apply for the Canada Summer Jobs as in previous years.
Members
Business: Budget
A Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 2/14 at 7:30 p.m. regarding the 2015 Budget.
Turkeys/Fire Dept. (Policy)
(Mayor Howell and Councillor D. Howell declared a conflict of interest and left the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Deputy Mayor Peddle took the Chair.)
Motion-3622-14-Councillor S. Winsor/Councillor L. Bailet
Resolved to purchase turkeys and distribute one turkey per family as in previous years. This policy will remain in effect until brought back to Council.
In favour: Deputy Mayor Peddle Councillor S. Winsor
Councillor M. Bailet Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
(Mayor Howell and Councillor D. Howell were invited back to the meeting at 8:40 p.m. Mayor Howell then resumed Chair)
Adjournment: Motion-3623-14-Councillor S. Winsor/Councillor M. Bailet
Resolved that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, December 15th, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor S. Winsor
Councillor M. Bailet Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Motion adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
