Monday, June 10th, 2019
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, June 10th, 2019 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle
Councillor Shawn Budgell (arrived late)
Councillor Dwight Day
Councillor Michael Wheaton
Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Councillor Dale Howell
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4376-19-Councillor M. Wheaton/Deputy Mayor Peddle
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
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 Council held on May 27th, 2019 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4377-19-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of May 27th, 2019 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor D. Day Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business
Arising: Community Garden
Town Worker to ditch along the back and leave for a while to dry out before continuing to build up the property for the Community Garden.
Blow downs
Resident approved to take away the blow downs met with the Habitat Chair to discuss the area around the trail where blow downs can’t be removed from.
Screens
Town Worker took the screen/frame to the vendors for visual inspection and new quotes. We are still waiting on the quotes.
(Councillor Shawn Budgell arrived at the meeting at 7:35 p.m.)
Confined Space Equipment/Question
Motion-4378-19-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve to purchase a SCBA compatible with the new Fire Dept. SCBA tanks.
In favour: Mayor Howell 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 that the Public Works Committee will meet to discuss and recommend purchase of the remaining items necessary to comply with the Confined Space Program and OH&S requirements.
Committees
Public Works: Clean up week
Clean up week is ongoing and should finish in the next couple of days.
Chlorine Readings
Chlorine Readings for the month of May were presented to and reviewed by members and found to be consistent and within guidelines.
Public Works: Water Usage/Flow Data
The Water Usage Report and Flow Data Charts for May were presented to and reviewed by members. The average water usage was 150,334 gallons per day.
Garbage Main St/Noggin Cove Head
Motion-4379-19-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve that the Town Worker pick up garbage from turn arounds and any other large pieces of garbage alongside the road.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor M. Wheaton
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Waterline Leak
Waterline Leak was reported at 149 Main Street inside the curb stop. In March 2019 the town replaced the curb stop and installed approximately 6 ft. of copper pipe with joiners in that location.
Motion-4380-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that the waterline leak is not the town’s responsibility as the town is only responsible to the curb stop.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Fire Dept. Fire Dept. BBQ
Members and staff were invited to the Fire Department’s year end BBQ on June 25th, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.
Accounts
Payable:
Bell Aliant $ 76.79 – Phone – Fire Hall
Bell Aliant $ 296.67 – Phone/Fax/Internet
Bell Mobility $ 36.45 – Phone – Cell
Battlefield Equipment Rentals $ 243.26 – Eyewash Stations/Gloves
CNWM $2,214.00 – Curbside Collection Fees
Car Quest $ 50.14 – Impact/Adapter/Loader
Mercer’s Marine $ 114.22 – NL & Canada Flags
NL Power $1,775.52 – Hydro – Street Lighting
Perfect Pen & Stationery $ 118.39 – Pens
Professional Tire Limited $ 105.68 – Loader Tire Repair
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 100.17 – Garage Supplies/Pond Gate
CNWM $1,836.95 – Tipping Fees
CNWM $ 353.60 – Tipping Fees
CNWM $2,214.00 – Curbside Collection Fees
Carmanville Value Grocer $ 6.49 – Kitchen Supplies
D & M Services $ 276.00 – Topsoil
G & M Services $ 356.75 – Gas
Motion-4381-19-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell 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
Eni-Oto Familusi Junior Achievement Program Order materials.
CNWM Audit on website Info only
New Business: Request to connect to Town Waterline
Motion-4382-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve to approve the request for 76 Howell’s Avenue to connect to the town waterline using the existing curb stop.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Shed Permit Request
Motion-4383-19-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve to approve the shed permit for 161 Main Street South pending it meets NL Power criteria and adhering to the Town’s Accessory Building Regulations provided.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Complaint re ditching issues NC Road
Motion-4384-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve to contact Transportation and Works to see if they can rectify the problem.
In favour: Mayor Howell 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
Business: NL Power – Town Garage
Motion-4385-19-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve to allow NL Power to use the town garage for storage during Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Loader will be parked outside to accommodate this request.
In favour: Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
MNL Partnership with CNA
CNA, MNL and PMA have entered into a 5 year MOU on initiatives related to training, innovation, applied research and economic/community development.
Engage NL
An online survey regarding the Environmental Assessment Legislation review is available to members until July 3, 2019. Any member wishing to complete the survey can contact the office for the website information.
Canada Day Celebrations
Motion-4386-19-Councillor D. Howell/Deputy Mayor Peddle
Resolve that the town purchase cake and fruit trays for the Canada Day Celebration.
In favour: Mayor Howell 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-4387-19-Councillor D. Howell/Deputy Mayor Peddle
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, June 24th, 2019 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell 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 8:45 p.m.
