Thursday, May 14th, 2020
Minutes of the Regular Public Meeting of Council held on Thursday, May 14th, 2020 at the Carmanville Recreation Center.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Marlene Peddle
Councillor Shawn Budgell
Councillor Dwight Day (arrived late)
Councillor Michael Wheaton
Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Councillor Dale Howell
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Guest: RCMPCorporal Ellis
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4555-20-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
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 April 27th, 2020 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4556-20-Councillor S. Budgell/Councillor M. Wheaton
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of April 27th, 2020 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor M. Wheaton Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Motion Carried.
Guest: RCMP Corporal Ellis
Mayor Howell welcomed Corporal Ellis to the meeting. Corporal Ellis gave an update on the RCMP strategic planning for the district.
(Councillor D. Day arrived at the meeting at 7:40 p.m.)
Mayor Howell thanked Corporal Ellis for her presentation. Corporal Ellis left the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
Business
Arising: Habitat – Greenhouse
Members clarified the Shed can be moved the width of itself towards the Municipal Building, not towards the Fire Hall. However members agreed to ask the Habitat Committee to consider moving the shed to the end of the lawn where the extension is currently being built. This would allow for more room for the greenhouse without barring off access to the community garden if it was required. Members were in agreement for the Committee to purchase the materials required for the greenhouse but not to start construction of it until the location of the shed is determined. The Committee’s response will be brought back to the next meeting.
Fire Dept. Application
The Honeywell Brand of SCBA’s that the Fire Department are currently using is no longer available. A quote was presented from K & D Pratt on MSA G1 SCBA with a 60 minute cylinder but the cylinders are not interchangeable with the Titan cylinders the Fire Department is currently using.
Motion-4557-20-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor G Blackwood
Resolve to apply through FES for the MSA G1 SCBA as per quote of $10,982.50.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Motion-4558-20-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor G Blackwood
Resolve to change the previous Town Order for Honeywell SCBA to the same type (MSA G1 SCBA) that the Fire Department is applying for through FES.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Committees:
Finance: 1st Quarter 2020 Financial Reports
The 1st Quarter 2020 Financial Reports presented to and reviewed by members were found to be on par.
Penguin Management (FD Phone App) – US Dollars
Motion-4559-20-Councillor M. Wheaton/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve to renew the Fire Department Phone App through Penguin Management at the cost of $948.00 payable in US Funds.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Tax Discount Question (E-mail)
An email was presented to members questioning why senior citizens didn’t get a discount on their taxes. Under the Municipalities Act, changes to the current year tax and fee schedule cannot be made after April 1st. Members were in agreement that this will be considered when planning for next year’s budget.
Public Works: Chlorine Readings
Chlorine Readings for April were presented to and reviewed by members and found to be within guidelines.
Water Usage & Flow Data
The Water Usage and Flow Data was presented to and reviewed by members. The average water usage for April was 173,390 gal/day.
Drinking Water Report
The Dept. of Environment Water Resource drinking water report was presented to and reviewed by members. Both THM’s and HAA’s are slightly above the recommended guidelines.
Line Flushing
Members were in agreement that Line Flushing would be done on May 25 and 26 for Main Street South and on June 1 and June 2 for Main Street North, Howell’s Avenue and Noggin Cove Road. Swabbing lines will be discussed in a future meeting for the Fall cleaning of Waterlines.
Public Works: Spring Clean-up
Members were in agreement that Spring Clean-up would be deferred to a later date.
Waterline Leak
Members were in agreement that the Waterline Leak discussed was the responsibility of the property owner as it was well inside the property boundary. Town worker will shut off the curb stop as per policy to allow the repairs to be completed by property owner or his/her contractor.
Road NC Head
Members discussed the condition of the road to Noggin Cove Head. Pictures of the condition of the road will be taken by the Town worker and brought back to the next meeting for further discussion.
Motion-4560-20-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve to purchase 2 loads of gravel to be spread at the beginning of Noggin Cove Head Road in the interim.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: Councillor M. Wheaton
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Fire Dept: Tanks/Grounds
Further research is required regarding disposal of used oil. Results will be brought back to the next meeting for further discussion.
COVID-19-Approval re training
Alert Level 4 provides an opportunity for Fire Departments to resume in-house training while adhering to the Personal Distancing/PPE/Cleaning Program as outlined by the Public Health Guidance Alert Levels.
Motion-4561-20-Deputy Mayor Peddle/Councillor M. Wheaton
Resolve to approve the Fire Department’s request to resume in-house training ensuring adherence to the FES and Public Health Guidance documents provided.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Member
Members were in agreement to contact the individual for clarification on residency. Results will be brought back to the next meeting for further discussion.
Accounts Payable:
Rockwater $1,482.12 – Chlorine
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 158.46 – Deadbolt & Keys Fire Hall
Carmanville Value Grocer $ 8.78 – Kitchen Supplies
Car Quest $ 81.52 – Garage Supplies
Bell Mobility $ 36.45 – Phone – Cell
Bell Aliant $ 77.10 – Phone – FD
NL Power $1,801.85 – Hydro – Street Lighting
EMCO $3,032.64 – Water/Curb Stop Supplies
CNWM $1,933.92 – Tipping Fees (April)
TRIO $ 333.61 – Health Premiums
K& D Pratt $ 758.54 – COVID-19 Supplies
Motion-4562-20-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor G. Blackwood
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 G. Blackwood Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence:
From Regarding Action
AECENL Early Childhood Educator’s Week-Proclamation Signed by Mayor
PMA Municipal Clerk’s Week Cake & Fruit provided
New Business: Development Permit
Motion-4563-20-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor D. Day
Resolve the application to build a house on Noggin Cove Head was approved pending approval of all other relevant government departments.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Members
Business: Audit Deadline Extension
Municipal Affairs advised the deadline of June 1st to submit Audit of Town’s Financial Statements has been extended to September 1, 2020.
Business
Arising: Emergency Management Plan Review
The Emergency Management Plan Review process will begin in the near future to incorporate COVID-19 into the plan.
Volunteer Week Certificate Nominations
A list of potential volunteer names was presented to and reviewed by members. Members were in agreement to include the Fire Department members who have served over 10 years.
COVID-19 Workers & PPE Supplies
Members were in agreement that the Town would supply the PPE required under COVID-19 to the members of the Fire Department, and the summer students hired by the Habitat Committee and Recreation Committee.
Adjournment: Motion-4564-20-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor S. Budgell
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, June 1st, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell Deputy Mayor Peddle
Councillor S. Budgell Councillor D. Day
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor M. Wheaton
Councillor D. Howell
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
