Monday, July 16th, 2018
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, July 16th, 2018 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle (arrived late)
Councillor Shawn Budgell
Councillor Dwight Day
Councillor Michael Wheaton
Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Councillor Dale Howell
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Mayor Keith Howell
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m. Councillor Dale Howell held the position of Chair until the arrival of Deputy Mayor Peddle.
Agenda: “Rec Bingo” was added to the Agenda under Members Business.
Motion-4287-18-Councillor S. Budgell/Councillor M. Wheaton
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as amended.
In favour: Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Minutes: Councillor D. Howell asked if there were any errors or omissions to the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of June 18th, 2018 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4288-18-Councillor D. Day/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of June 18th, 2018 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business
Arising: W.S. Update
(Deputy Mayor Peddle arrived at the meeting at 7:45 p.m. and held the position of Chair for the remainder of the meeting.
Councillor D. Howell returned to her seat)
Members were in agreement to invite the Town Engineer to a meeting to discuss several issues identified regarding the project that have not been completed to Council’s satisfaction. This meeting must take place before the final pay and holdback is paid to the Contractor.
Playground
The Public Procurement Agency declined our request to forgo the requirement to obtain 3 quotes due to contractor on site would allow the town significant savings on the project. We now have to determine the quantity of rock to be blasted and the amount of pea stone required to request the 3 quotes required.
Pig Problem
Motion-4289-18-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve to enter into a “Closed Session” to discuss this issue.
In favour: Deputy Mayor Peddle Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Members were in agreement to check with Environment regarding a follow up inspection. Also to check with Agriculture regarding Provincial Regulations governing animals, procedures to follow, etc. Information will be brought back to future meeting for further discussion.
Motion-4290-18-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve to return to an “Open Session” for the remainder of the meeting.
In favour: Deputy Mayor Peddle Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Committees
Finance: 2nd Quarter Financial Reports
The 2nd Quarter Financial Reports were presented to and reviewed by Members.
Poll Tax Interest
Motion-4291-18-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the request be approved as presented.
In favour: Deputy Mayor Peddle Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
CEEP 2018-19
Members were in agreement to apply for the Community Enhancement Program 2018-2019 with the following work to be completed:
- Rink – Repairs to Railing and Building
- Dismantle Storage Shed on Back Deck; roof to be left intact
- Install Rail on Back Deck
- Check Habitat Committee for work to be done at Center
Public Works: Boil Water Advisory Lifted
The Boil Water Advisory was lifted on July 13th, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. as per results from Government Services.
Public Works: Water Quality Report
Latest Water Quality Reports show THM’s and HAA’s were slightly above the recommended guidelines.
Line Flushing
Line flushing through hydrants will be scheduled for the week of July 23 – 27, 2018. A Boil Water Advisory must be issued. Notices to this effect will be mailed to all residents.
Fire Dept: Water – Swimming Pools
Motion-4292-18-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that the Fire Department is not to fill swimming pools.
In favour: Deputy Mayor Peddle Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor D. Day Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 1 – Councillor M. Wheaton
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Application for membership
This item is tabled to next meeting.
Accounts
Payable:
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 421.05 – Trailer/Chambers (Paid)
Receiver General for Canada $4,199.52 – Payroll Remit (Paid)
CIBC Mellon $ 526.54 – Pension Premiums (Paid)
NAPE $ 120.00 – Union Dues (Paid)
Bell Aliant $ 76.70 – Phone – Fire Hall (Paid)
Bell Aliant $ 260.21 – Phone/Fax/Office (Paid)
Bell Mobility $ 36.45 – Phone – Cell (Paid)
Central Office Equipment $ 84.04 – Office Supplies (Paid)
Rockwater $1,482.12 – Chlorine (Paid)
NL Power $ 72.68 – Hydro/ Garage (Paid)
NL Power $ 54.30 – Hydro/Chlor Cha (Paid)
NL Power $ 240.61 – Hydro/ Mun Bldg. (Paid)
NL Power $ 170.10 – Hydro/Booster Stn (Paid)
NL Power $ 215.01 – Hydro/Fire Hall (Paid)
NL Power $ 42.39 – Hydro/Lift Stn. (Paid)
NL Power $1,744.85 – Hydro/Str. Light (Paid)
G & M Services $ 228.71 – Town 174.90 FD 53.81 (Paid)
Hickman Chevrolet $ 109.19 – Inspection Town P.U. (Paid)
TRIO $ 272.02 – Health Premiums (Paid)
Computer Shack $ 471.45 – Toners
CNWM $2,161.52 – Curbside Collection
CNWM $ 30.00 – Tubes
CNWM $2,832.52 – Tipping Fees
Stewart McKelvey $ 560.63 – Collection
Stewart McKelvey $ 186.88 – Deed of Conveyance
Battlefield Equipment $ 51.74 – Safety Vest
Carmanville Value Grocer $ 15.16 – Kitchen Supplies
Municipal Assessment Agency $3,179.25 – 3rd Quarter Assessment Fees
McCurdy Ready Mix $ 22.43 – Chlor Chambers
Motion-4293-18-Councillor S. Budgell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Deputy Mayor Peddle Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence
From Regarding Action
CNWM 2017 Audit Info Only
Heart & Stroke Mayor’s March DM Peddle checking
New Business: Shed Permit
Members were in agreement that approval will be granted to build a shed at 256 Main Street provided the shed location meets the Accessory Building Permit Regulations, and meets Newfoundland Power’s regulations regarding the location of a powerline on the property.
New Business: Permit Request
(Councillor M. Wheaton left the meeting at 9:50 p.m. due to a conflict of interest)
Members were in agreement to approve a permit to construct at 107-109 Main Street South pending approval from Newfoundland Power and any other relevant government departments while adhering to the Town’s Accessory Building Permit Regulations.
(Councillor M. Wheaton returned to the meeting at 9:55 p.m.)
Members
Business: Rec Bingo (Added to Agenda)
Two complaints regarding Smoking at the Rec. Center during Bingo were brought to Council’s attention. Members were in agreement that a letter be written to the individual concerned regarding same. Motion-4294-18-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve to modify the Smoking Ban in place to read: “No Smoking within 9 meters from every entrance and bridge access to all Municipal Buildings”.
In favour: Deputy Mayor Peddle Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Adjournment: Motion-4295-18-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to tentatively meet again on August 13th, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Deputy Mayor Peddle Councillor S. Budgell
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
