Monday, March 9th, 2020
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Monday, March 9th, 2020 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Councillor Dwight Day
Councillor Michael Wheaton
Councillor Dale Howell
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle
Councillor Shawn Budgell
Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4541-20-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton 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 Council Meeting held on February 24th, 2020 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4542-20-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D.Howell
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of February 24th, 2020 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Amendment to Minutes of Feb. 10, 2020
The following clerical error was brought forward from the Minutes of February 10th, 2020 (MIN0320): Councillor M. Wheaton was not present during the Privileged Session of the Meeting dealing with Eastern Fish Markets and did not vote on Motion # 4517-20: Motion 4518-20 or Motion # 4519-20 as stated in the Minutes.
Motion-4543-20-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that Page 2 of the Minutes of February 10th, 2020 (MIN0320) be amended and replaced as stated above and attached.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business
Arising: Bluetooth vs Radio – Town Vehicles
Research is ongoing.
Security/Lighting Town Properties
Research is ongoing.
Storage– Mun. Bldg.
Work has started on an overhead hatch with ladder to store town supplies.
FD – Black Ties
Several prices were presented for consideration. Members suggested a couple of other vendors to research. Results will be brought back for further consideration.
Committees: Update Signing Authorities
Finance: Motion-4544-20-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve to update the Signing Authorities for the Town’s General Account, Gas Tax Account, W.S. Project Account and CEEP Account at the Hamilton Sound Credit Union. Signing Authorities are: Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Designated Councillor, Town Clerk/Manager and Admin. Clerk. Cheques must be signed by: Town Clerk/Manager or Admin. Clerk along with any one of the other three listed signing authorities.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Public Works: Chlorine Readings
Chlorine Readings for the month of February were presented to and reviewed by members and found to be within guidelines.
Monthly Water Usage/Flow Data
Monthly Water Usage and Flow Data for the month of February were presented to and reviewed by members. Average daily water usage was 143,333 gallons per day.
Fire Dept: Positions for Council Approval
Motion-4545-20-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve to approve the recommendations from Fire Chief Nathanael White for appointments to the following positions: Tammy Mouland to the position of Lieutenant and Craig Boone to the position of Fire Prevention Officer.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Fire Dept: Retirement Party/Donation Request
Members will support the Fire Department in their request for a Retirement Party for fire member Harvey Ellsworth and provide a plaque stating the number of service years to Mr. Ellsworth. Details of the retirement party to be determined by the Fire Department Members.
Possible SCAM
FES alerted members and council of a possible scam with regard to a vendor sending clothing to Fire Departments that was not ordered and then invoicing the department. The information has been passed on to the Fire Chief.
Accounts Payable:
Pennell’s Service Station $ 91.94 – Oil Change Town P/U (Paid)
Central Cashier’s Office $ 546.25 – Salt/Sand Mix. (Paid)
Workplace NL $ 39.09 – Premiums on CEEP (Paid)
CIBC Mellon $ 550.06 – Pension Premiums (Paid)
NAPE $ 143.92 – Union Dues (Paid)
Receiver General for Canada $4,603.71 – Payroll Remittance (Paid)
Bell Aliant $ 302.92 – Phone/Fax/Internet – Office
Bell Aliant $ 76.70 – Phone – Fire Hall
Bell Mobility $ 36.45 – Phone – Cell
Carmanville Value Grocer $ 7.35 – Janitorial Supplies
Carmanville Value Grocer $ 11.97 – Kitchen Supplies
CNWM $1,553.12 – Tipping Fees
Central Office Equipment $ 176.84 – Drum – Photocopier
Computer Shack Inc. $ 126.49 – Toner – Printer
NL Power $1,803.89 – Hydro – Street Lighting
Professional Tire Limited $1,109.63 – Loader Tire Installed on Rim
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 340.72 – Cupboard/Flooring
G & M Services $ 379.02 – Gas: 233.02; Diesel 146.
TRIO $ 333.61 – Health Premiums March
Motion-4546-20-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence:
From Regarding Action
MNL Coronavirus Info Only
NL Power Take Charge Challenge See below
Members agreed to check prices to change out the lights in the Fire Hall to LED Lighting re: Take Charge Challenge.
RNL Nutrition Month Proclamation signed by Mayor
RNL Nutrition Month Healthy Eating Policy
Motion-4547-20-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve to update the Town’s Healthy Eating Policy as per the attached from RNL.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Members
Business: Liability re travel/injury
Motion-4548-20-Councillor D. Day/Councillor M. Wheaton
Resolve the town would be responsible to travel injured worker to medical facility for treatment.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Members
Business: MNL Central Regional Meeting
The MNL Central Regional Meeting is scheduled for March 27-28, 2020 in Gander. Councillor S. Budgell has been registered to attend. Any other member available to attend should contact the office as soon as possible to get registered.
Adjournment: Motion-4549-20-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor D. Day
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, March 23rd, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor D. Day
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
