Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024
Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting held on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Councillor Dale Howell
Councillor Tony Moyles
Councillor Mitchell Nippard
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Deputy Mayor Kimberly Blackwood
Councillor Hayward Morgan
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4721-24-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
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 October 7th, 2024 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4722-24-Councillor T. Moyles/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of October 7th, 2024 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Business
Arising: CEEP (Privileged)
Motion-4723-24-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve to enter into a “Privileged Session” to discuss this topic.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Discussion
Motion-4724-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor T. Moyles
Resolve that the meeting be returned to an “Open Session”
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
We are currently waiting on approvals from the Employment Support Program. The tentative start date is still October 28th, 2024 if approval is received prior to that date.
CFDA Program
Tabled to next meeting.
Committees:
Finance: Fire Protection Financial Assistance
Motion-4725-24-Councillor T. Moyles/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve to accept the funding from FES in the amount of $56,514.67 towards replacement of discontinued SCBA’s.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Finance: Fire Protection Financial Assistance
The total cost of SCBA replacement is $77,901.00 which leaves the Town portion as $14,128.67 after the GST/HST Rebate has been received.
Canada Community Building Funding
The work to be done under the “Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program” did not meet the criteria so the application could not be submitted. However, the work to be done is covered under the “Canada Community Building Funding – formerly Gas Tax” so the complete list was presented to and reviewed by members for consideration to apply through this funding. Three quotes will be obtained and presented to Council at the next meeting for further discussion.
Water Tax
Motion-4726-24-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve to enter into a “Privileged Session” to discuss this topic.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Discussion
Motion-4727-24-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor T. Moyles
Resolve that the meeting be returned to an “Open Session”
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Motion-4728-24-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor T. Moyles
Resolve that the original agreement be reinstated.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Public Works: Water Report
The Water Report from testing by Government Services on October 8th, 2024 was satisfactory. However, effective October 21st, 2024 at 11:00 p.m. a Boil Water Advisory was issued due to waterline swabbing and flushing.
Fire Dept: Junior Firefighter update
The Junior Firefighter enrollment has increased to 13 members.
Fireman’s Ball
The applications for awards and medals have been submitted. When they are received, the date will be set for the Fireman’s Ball. However, it most likely will be spring before that will happen.
Accounts Payable:
Rockwater $1,903.02 – Chlorine
TRIO $ 313.76 – Health Premiums
G & M Services $ 451.85 – Gas
Central Office Equipment $ 94.65 – Office Supplies
NL Power $ 247.85 – Hydro – Mun. Bldg.
NL Power $ 161.55 – Hydro – Fire Hall
NL Power $ 157.47 – Hydro – Booster Station
NL Power $ 39.45 – Hydro – Garage
NL Power $ 66.11 – Hydro Chlorination Chambers
NL Power $ 42.96 – Hydro – Lift Station
D & M Services Ltd. $ 690.00 – Class A – Rink
Motion-4729-24-Councillor T. Moyles/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence:
From Regarding Action
MAA Update Info only
Miss Teen NL Attendance at events Future consideration
MNL Pre-conference meeting re QFN Forward to attendees
Members
Business: SAM Update
Tabled to next meeting.
Adjournment: Motion-4730-24-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on November 4th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell Councillor G. Blackwood
Councillor D. Howell Councillor T. Moyles
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Monday, October 7th, 2024
Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting held on Monday, October 7th, 2024 in Council Chambers.
Attendees: Mayor Keith Howell (Chair)
Deputy Mayor Kimberly Blackwood
Councillor Gordon Blackwood
Councillor Dale Howell
Councillor Mitchell Nippard
Clerk/Manager Dianne Goodyear
Absent: Councillor Hayward Morgan
Councillor Tony Moyles
Call to Order: Chair @ 7:30 p.m.
Agenda: Motion-4713-24-DM Blackwood/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that the Agenda be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Minutes: Mayor Howell asked if there were any errors of omissions to the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of September 23rd, 2024 which had been circulated to all members.
Motion-4714-24-Councillor M. Nippard/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the Minutes of the Regular Public Council Meeting of September 23rd, 2024 be adopted as circulated.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Committees:
Finance: CEEP
Motion-4715-24-Councillor G. Blackwood/DM Blackwood
Resolve to accept the offer of funding under the Community Enhancement Employment Program in the amount of $20,000 and to complete and submit the Application Amendment Form as required.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
CFDA Program
The CFDA Program ends on November 2nd, 2024. A list of duties was presented to and reviewed by members. The Cape Freels Development Association will be contacted to see if they will continue the program as the Town is willing to continue it.
Collections Report
The Collections Report for September was presented to and reviewed by members. The collection of arrears is slowly but steadily progressing.
3rd Quarter Financial Statements
The 3rd Quarter Financial Statements were presented to and reviewed by members. The Town is in good standing.
Public Works: Chlorine Readings
The Chlorine Readings for the month of September were presented to and reviewed by members. Readings were within recommended guidelines.
Monthly Usage & Flow Data
The Monthly Usage and Flow Data Reports for the month of September were presented to and reviewed by members. The average water usage was 146,294 gallons per day.
Fire Dept: Junior Fire Fighters Program
The Junior Fire Fighters Program started up on October 7th, 2024.
FES Incident Report
An FES Incident Report was presented to and reviewed by members.
Flame Resistant Coveralls
(Mayor Howell and Councillor M. Nippard left the meeting at 8:15 to discuss this topic) (DM Blackwood took over the Chair position)
Motion-4716-24-Councillor D. Howell/DM Blackwood
Resolve to purchase Flame Resistant Coveralls for fire members to wear during training and other activities when they are not engaged in actual firefighting.
In favour: DM Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor G. Blackwood
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
(Mayor Howell and Councillor M. Nippard returned to the meeting at 8:20 p.m.) (Mayor Howell resumed the Chair position)
Province Wide Radios
The new Province Wide Radios have been received. One base radio to be installed in one of the Fire Trucks must be installed by their certified technician. A certified technician will be sent out to do the installation when they have one in our service zone.
Fire Dept: Application for Membership
Motion-4717-24-DM Blackwood/Councillor D. Howell
Resolve that the Application for Membership for Trina Boone be approved as presented and recommended by Fire Chief White.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Recreation: New member request
Motion-4718-24-Councillor G. Blackwood/DM Blackwood
Resolve that the request for Avery Jean to join the Recreation Committee be approved as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Accounts
Payable:
Newfoundland Power $1,840.67 – Hydro – Street Light (Paid)
Bell Mobility $ 40.14 – Phone – Cell (Paid)
Bell Aliant $ 314.77 – Phone/Fax/Internet (Paid)
Desjardins $ 483.46 – Pension Premiums
NAPE $ 86.14 – Union Dues
Receiver General for Canada $3,670.25 – Payroll Remittance
Computer Shack $ 229.99 – Printer Drums
EMCO $ 641.32 – Hydrant Parts
Tulk’s Home Hardware $ 276.42 – Rink Shed/Jan/Mun. Lights
Bell Aliant $ 81.36 – Phone – Fire Dept.
CNWM $2,056.90 – Tipping Fees
Dooley’s Trucking $ 71.39 – Courier – Chlorine Pump
Municipal Assessment Agency $3,048.50 – 4th Quarter Assessment Fees
G & M Services $ 283.38 – Gas
Pennell’s Service Station $ 239.51 – Oil/Filters
Collabria Visa $ 208.08 – Website Update/Toners
Motion-4719-24-Councillor G. Blackwood/Councillor M. Nippard
Resolve that the outstanding accounts be paid in full as presented.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Correspondence:
From Regarding Action
Miles for Smiles Proclamation Signed by Mayor
Town of Deer Lake Petition re: Decline of Cell Service Signed by Mayor
New Business: T-Ball & Minor Baseball
A proposal to build a committee to provide T-Ball and Minor Baseball, for ages 4 – 18, was presented to and reviewed by members. The proposal, from Ryan Ellsworth, is in the early stages and he is requesting Council join him in making his idea a reality and help the proposed committee get the baseball field up to an appropriate standard to make it safe and usable. He also invited a representative from Council to sit on the committee. A plan outlining what needs to be done with the baseball field will be submitted to Council.
Members are interested in supporting this endeavour to get the ballfield up and running and would appreciate being informed of the progress moving forward. Councillor M. Nippard expressed interest in joining the committee as well.
Adjournment: Motion-4720-24-Councillor D. Howell/Councillor G. Blackwood
Resolve that Council do now adjourn to meet again on Monday, October 21st, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
In favour: Mayor Howell DM Blackwood
Councillor G. Blackwood Councillor D. Howell
Councillor M. Nippard
Opposed: 0
Abstaining: 0
Motion Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
