Wednesday, July 13th, 2016
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Wednesday, July 13th, 2016 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle (arrived late)
Councillor Dale Howell
Councillor Kim Blackwood
Councillor Sam Winsor
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Councillor Michel Bailet
Councillor Linda Bailet
Call to Order: Chair @ 8:00 p.m.
Agenda: “Pothole” and “Garbage by Roadside” were added to the Agenda under “Public Works”.
Motion-3928-16-Councillor K. Blackwood/Councillor S. Winsor
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as amended.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor K. Blackwood Councillor S. Winsor
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 June 29th, 2016 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-3929-16-Councillor S. Winsor/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of June 29th, 2016 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor K. Blackwood Councillor S. Winsor
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business
Arising: Demolition Order
Motion-3930-16-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor K. Blackwood
Resolve to award the contract to demolish the house to D & M Services Ltd. as the Town Backhoe is not capable of doing the demolition.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor K. Blackwood Councillor S. Winsor
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Driveway/culvert installation
The location of the driveway has changed so the culvert will not cover the waterline in question. An extension to the curb stop will be required.
Loader Recall
Toromont Cat advised that the parts for the recall are on order. When the parts are in, a technician will come here to do the work involved at no cost to the town.
Hydrant by School
Approval was given to use the hydrant by the school for a presentation by DFO and Forestry on Monday, June 18th, 2016 during the Come Home Year festivities.
Construction at 107 Main St. South
Newfoundland Power technician advised the owner that the construction had to be moved 8 to 10 feet back from the powerline. If there are any issues with rock, the technician will revisit.
Committees
Finance: Community Enhancement Program
Motion-3931-16-Councillor S. Winsor/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve to apply for the 2016-2017 Community Enhancement Program.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor K. Blackwood Councillor S. Winsor
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Finance: Community Enhancement Program continued
Work identified to schedule with the program:
- Community Garden Boxes
- Flooring at Fire Hall
- Insulate Town Building
- Develop land across from Rink
- Landscaping around Rec. Center
- Build shed for waterline storage.
Public Works: Removal of Boil Water Advisory.
Notification was received from Government Services that the Boil Water Advisory was lifted as of July 8th, 2016 at 3:30 p.m.
Compost Bin
It was agreed to wait until the next full meeting of Council to decide a location for the Compost Bin on the Municipal Grounds.
Chlorine Readings – June
Reviewed by members and found to be within guidelines.
Water Maintenance Reports
Submitted by Outside Worker and reviewed by members.
Potholes (Added to Agenda)
Clerk/Manager will notify Highways that the pothole on Noggin Cove Road is deep and dangerous. Further that it must be repaired before Come Home Year starts on Monday.
Garbage by Roadside (Added to Agenda)
Clerk/Manager will contact 3 residents regarding garbage piles on their property and ask them to remove the debris before Come Home Year starts next week.
Fire Dept: CD Player
The Fire Dept. CD Player that was used at the Interp. Center during Canada Day will be returned to the Fire Dept. tomorrow.
Accounts
Payable:
NL Power $1,704.41 – Hydro – Street Lighting (Paid)
Bell Aliant $ 75.37 – Phone – Fire Dept. (Paid)
Bell Aliant $ 233.44 – Phone/Fax/Internet-Office (Paid)
TRIO $ 338.56 – Health Premiums July (Paid)
CIBC Mellon $ 429.76 – Pension Premiums June (Paid)
NAPE $ 78.29 – Union Dues – June (Paid)
Receiver General for Canada $2,775.88 – Payroll Remittance – June (Paid)
CNWM $3,106.51 – Tipping Fees (Clean up week)
CNWM $2,174.70 – Curbside Collection Fees
Tulk`s Home Hardware $ 165.89 – Garage Supplies- Beach cleanup
Dooley`s Trucking $ 16.95 – Courier – Fire Extinguishers
Mercer`s Marine $ 112.70 – Flags
Central Cashier`s Office $ 25.00 – Interp Permit.
Municipal Assessment Agency $3,332.00 – Assessment Fees 3rd Quarter
Computer Shack $ 400.91 – Printer
G & M Services $ 269.02 – Gas & Oil
Transcontinental Media – St. John’s $ 185.96 – Public Hearing Notice
Motion-3932-16-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Winsor
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Howell
Councillor K. Blackwood Councillor S. Winsor
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence:
From Regarding Action
RCMP Quarterly Report Info Only
NL Power Change in Rate Info Only
MP J. Foote Seniors Program Info Only
New Business: Permit request – Extension to house
Request to build an extension to house at 47 B Main Street was approved as per policy and Accessory Building Permit Regulations.
Members
Business: Central Candidate – MNL
Four candidates were chosen by members to represent Central at the upcoming 2016 Premier’s Forum. Results will be forwarded to MNL tomorrow. (Deputy Mayor Peddle arrived at the meeting at 8:45 p.m.)
Member’s
Business: Come Home Year Official Opening
Deputy Mayor will officiate at the Come Home Year Opening Ceremonies as the Mayor is working and unable to attend. It was also agreed to close the Town Office at 11:00 a.m. so the staff can attend.
Adjournment: Motion-3933-16-Councillor D. Howell/Deputy Mayor Peddle
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again at the call of the Chair.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Howell Councillor K. Blackwood
Councillor S. Winsor
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
