Thursday, February 16th, 2017
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Thursday, February 16th, 2017 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Councillor Dale Howell
Councillor Sam Winsor
Councillor Michel Bailet
Councillor Linda Bailet
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle
Councillor Kim Blackwood
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4027-17-Councillor L. Bailet/Councillor S. Winsor
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
MIN0217: Mayor Howell asked if there were any errors or omissions to the Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on January 30th, 2017 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4028-17-Councillor L. Bailet/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of January 30th, 2017 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
MIN0317: Mayor Howell asked if there were any errors or omissions to the Minutes of the Special Meeting of Council held on February 6th, 2017 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4029-17-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Winsor
Resolve that the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting on February 6th, 2017 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business
Arising: Bulk Garbage
Owner advised Council that the bulk garbage at 178 Main Street did not belong to the residents and that it had been dropped off late one night.
Members were in agreement that our worker would pick it up and deliver it to the transfer station.
New Pickup
Spray in pan liner is done and we are waiting for the steps and hitch to be installed. Members were in agreement to keep the Sander in the old pickup for the remainder of the winter.
Property Auction
Further research is required regarding cost to include in the minimum bid before it can be set. Property is to be measured as well. Results will be brought back to the next meeting to set the minimum bid amount.
Committees
Finance: 4th Quarter 2016 Report
The 4th Quarter 2016 Reports were circulated and reviewed by Members.
Water Tax Exemption Request
Motion-4030-17-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor M. Bailet
Resolve that the Water Tax Exemption Request for 142 Main Street is approved as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Public Works: Water Quality Report
The Water Quality Report was excellent. THM’s and HAA’s are within guidelines.
Curb Stop repairs
Reports of Curb Stop Repairs at 22 Main Street and 196 Main Street were presented to Council.
Water Usage/Flow Data Report
Average 145,217 gal/day.
Chlorine Reading Report
Chlorine Readings for January were presented and reviewed.
Hydrant @ PCH
Members were in agreement to write the owner asking him to inform his snow clearing contractor to refrain from burying the fire hydrant while snow clearing the parking lot.
Accounts
Payable:
Bell Aliant $ 242.10 – Phone/Fax/Internet Office (Paid)
Bell Aliant $ 76.70 – Phone – Fire Dept. (Paid)
Newfoundland Power $1,711.56 – Hydro – Street Lighting (Paid)
Newfoundland Power $ 72.55 – Hydro – Chlor. Chambers (Paid)
Newfoundland Power $ 257.19 – Hydro – Garage (Paid)
Carmanville Fire Department $ 62.53 – HST Rebate (Paid)
Receiver General for Canada $ 157.52 – Payroll Remitt. (Paid)
TRIO Benefits $ 354.50 – Health Premiums Feb (Paid)
Cal Legrow Insurance $ 205.00 – New Pickup Ins. Premium
Air Liquide $ 325.22 – Acet/Oxygen Annual Lease
Pennell’s Service Station $ 115.40 – Brake Repair – Town Pickup
Stewart McKelvey $ 71.30 – Collections – Land Sales
Stewart McKelvey $ 966.00 – Land Sales 312A Main
Rockwater $1,235.56 – Chlorine
CNWM $2,161.52 – Curbside Collection January
CNWM $1,643.72 – Tipping Fees January
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 171.15 – Garage-Janitorial-Mun. Bldg.
Carmanville Valufoods $ 12.56 – Kitchen Supplies
G & M Services $ 455.58 – Gas/Diesel – Town
Brinson’s Sand and Gravel $ 184.00 – Gravel re: Waterline Repair
Motion-4031-17-Councillor M. Bailet/Councillor S. Winsor
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence:
From Regarding Action
Hon. Peter Van Loan, MP Bill C-323 Info Only
WHSCC Firefighter Cancer Coverage Info Only
MNL 2017 Member Package Info Only
Members
Business: MNL Safety/Meeting update
Information regarding the Municipal Safety Workshop and the MNL Central Regional Meeting was circulated to and reviewed by members.
Adjournment: Motion-4032-17-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Winsor
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, March 6th, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor S. Winsor Councillor M. Bailet
Councillor L. Bailet
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Monday, February 6th, 2017
Minutes of a Special Meeting of Council held on Monday, February 6th, 2017 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle
Councillor Dale Howell
Councillor Kim Blackwood (arrived late)
Councillor Sam Winsor
Councillor Michel Bailet
Councillor Linda Bailet
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Call to Order: Chair at 10:30 a.m.
This meeting was called to determine Council’s position regarding the rabbit snaring issue.
Discussion.
Councillor K. Blackwood arrived at the meeting @ 10:45 a.m.
Motion: 4025-17-Councillor S. Winsor/Deputy Mayor Peddle
Resolve:
1. There will be no responding on facebook including Carmanville Connect on this matter. Further to ignore any personal comments that may be made.
2. The only spokesperson for council will be the Mayor.
3. To direct inquiries to Forestry/Wildlife who were going to initiate the action. Council has no involvement other than informing residents to keep their pets in.
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.
Adjournment: Motion-4026-17-Councillor S. Winsor/Councillor M. Bailet
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Thursday, February 16, 2017 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 11:05 a.m.
