THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR

MINUTES


 February 24, 2009

The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve, Bob MacPhail; Councillors, Rod Blakelock, Marty Corcoran, and Pat Hayes; Councillor Jerry Brandt, was absent; Delegates, Barb Marlow & Bob Hall, Winterfest Committee; and Karen Fraser, Deputy Clerk.

CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING:

The minutes of the regular meeting on February 10, 2009 were approved as circulated.

The minutes of the closed meeting on February 10, 2009 were approved as circulated.

DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:  None

DELEGATIONS:

Bob Hall and Barb Marlow spoke on behalf of the Winterfest Committee, thanking council for their continued support. A sample game and scrapbook were brought for council to view, and left with the Deputy Clerk for others to enjoy. A letter was read and presented to council, outlining highlights of the 14th annual Winterfest. Volunteer recognition was a key component of this year’s celebration, and improvements for future Winterfest celebrations were discussed. It was mentioned that the committee had been financially self-sufficient for the past few years, not requiring financial assistance from council. The 2008-2009 financial statement was distributed, and there was an opportunity for questions. Bob and Barb were thanked for their attendance and presentation.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM A PREVIOUS MEETING:

-         Council acknowledged receipt of report prepared by municipal planner, Robert Miller regarding proposed consents at 265 Dobbs Road, Armour Township.

APPLICATIONS:

Shore Road Closing

-         Shelley (291 Doe Lake Road) & Heintzman (283 Doe Lake Road); Resolution supporting the application in principle was passed. The Deputy Clerk was directed to request written acknowledgement from abutting neighbour regarding the purchase.

BY-LAWS:

-        #15-2009, being a by-law to confirm proceedings at council was read a first, second and third time.

-         #16-2009, being a by-law to rescind OMERS By-law #51-2008 and authorize participation in OMERS, was deferred to the regular council meeting of March 10, 2009.

-         #17-2009, being a by-law to stop up and close and convey the original shore road allowance as per Schedule “A” of the by-law was read a first, second and third time.

 -         #18-2009, being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Site Plan Agreement (Greenham) was read a first, second and third time.

 -         #19-2009, being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Site Plan Agreement (Tim Horton’s) was read a first, second and third time.

REPORTS:

 -         G8 Summit - Rod noted the next meeting is Monday, March 2, 2009

-         Library - No report

-         Arena - Pat reported, and minutes of February 18th reviewed

-         Fednor - Reeve reported that opportunities for grants exist

-         Farmer’s Market - Rod gave a verbal update.

-         Red vs Blue Firefighters’s Fundraiser - Pat reported.

CORRESPONDENCE:

 -         A Thank you card from the Crozier family was distributed to Council.

 -         Copies of the Ontario Provincial Police 2009 Business Plan was circulated for Council’s review.

 -         Municipal Lecture Presentation on April 8th hosted by law firm of Russell, Christie. Attendance for two staff was approved by resolution.

 -         Pitch-In Ontario 2009 Patron level Membership. Fee of $225 was supported by resolution.

 -         “Essentials of Municipal Fire Protection - A Decision Makers’ Guide” seminar offered in Magnetawan on Thursday, May 7, 2009. Attendance of one council member and one staff member was approved by resolution.

 -         Invitation to attend the Politicians Seminar: Firefighting 101 at the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs Annual meeting on May 3rd and 4th, 2009. No attendees.

 -         Staff Report from the Clerk-Administrator reminding Council of dates for the Katrine Winter Karnival February 27th to March 1st.

 -         Staff Report from the Clerk-Administrator, inviting Council’s suggestions for topics of discussion at the April 30th Tri Council Meeting. The Deputy Clerk was given two suggestions for discussion topics.

 -         Memo from Federation of Canadian Municipalities promoting the 100th anniversary of Girl Guides of Canada. The Ontario Girl Guide Council is promoting the event through dedicated flower beds. The Deputy Clerk was directed to add this to the Tri Council agenda.

 -         Letter regarding the Building Canada Fund, confirming Armour Township’s award of $833,333 in federal and provincial funds toward the Leggett’s Bridge project. Discussion about proceeding with the project. The Deputy Clerk was directed to prepare necessary resolutions for the March 10th regular meeting of council.

 -         District of Parry Sound Social Services Administration Board letter and copy of approved 2009 budget.

 -         Letter from Ministry of Transportation rationalizing the wording and placement of highway signs at interchanges along Highway #11. The Deputy Clerk was directed to contact the Ministry and arrange a meeting with their representative(s) to discuss this in person.

 -         AMO Member communication addressing public review of the draft Employment Standard under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

 -         Municipality of Powassan resolution seeking support for Proclamation of 2009 as the Year of Astronomy. Supported by resolution.

 -         Town of Ajax resolution seeking support of request to prohibit Ontario Corporations or trade unions from making political contributions to candidates in municipal elections. No support was given.

 -         City of Hamilton resolution seeking support of the efforts of MPP Andrea Horwath with respect to current Bill 138 - Protection of Public Participation Act, 2008. Supported by resolution.

 -         City of Cambridge resolution seeking support to petition Provincial Premier and Provincial Minister of Culture to require mandatory internet filtering software in all provincial schools and libraries. Supported by resolution.

NEW BUSINESS: 

 -         Staff report from the Treasurer regarding office restructuring. Support in principle was offered, however further information and investigation was requested prior to Council rendering a decision.

 -         Council Newsletter - Spring 2009, draft version was reviewed, and approved.

 -         List of correspondence received and not on the agenda.

RESOLUTIONS:

 -         Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Pat Hayes, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on February 10, 2009 as circulated. Carried.

 -         Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby approve the minutes of the closed meeting held on February 10, 2009, as circulated. Carried.

 -         Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That the Council of the Township of Armour supports in principle, the application(s) put forward by Ted and Joan Shelley and by Greg and Louise Heintzman, to stop up, close and convey shore road allowance lying in front of Lot 7, Concession 2, more particularly described as Part 5 on Plan 42R 17620, in the Township of Armour. Carried.

 -         Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 15-2009, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council at its meetings. Carried.

 -         Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That By-law # 15 -2009, be read a second time. Carried.

 -         Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That By-law # 15-2009, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 24th day of February, 2009. Carried.

 -         Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 17-2009, being a by-law to stop up and close and convey the original shore road allowance in the said Township more particularly described on Schedule “A” attached hereto (Brown). Carried.

 -         Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That By-law # 17-2009, be read a second time. Carried.

 -         Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That By-law # 17-2009, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 24th day of February, 2009. Carried.

 -         Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 18-2009, being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Site Plan Agreement between Jason Cyrol Greenham and the Corporation of the Township of Armour with respect to Concession 2, Lot 2, Plan 184, Lot 24, in the Township of Armour. Carried.

 -         Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 18-2009, be read a second time. Carried.

 -         Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 18-2009, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 24th day of February, 2009. Carried.

 -         Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 19-2009, being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Site Plan Agreement between 1653194 Ontario Ltd. and the Corporation of the Township of Armour with respect to Concession 7, Part Lot 5, RP 42R17947, Part 1, in the Township of Armour. Carried.

 -         Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 19-2009, be read a second time. Carried.

 -         Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Marty Corcoran, That By-law # 19-2009, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 24th day of February, 2009. Carried.

 -         Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the registration of Wendy Whitwell, and Karen Fraser for a Municipal Lecture Presentation hosted by the law firm of Russell, Christie on Wednesday, April 8, 2009, and agree to cover the cost of out of pocket expenses for same. Carried.

 -         Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Pat Hayes, That the Council of the Township of Armour agrees to renew support for the 2009 Pitch-In Ontario program, and authorize payment in the amount of $225.00. Carried.

 -         Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize the registration of the following member(s) of council for “Essentials of Municipal Fire Protection - A Decision Makers’ Guide” on Thursday May 7, 2009 in Magnetawan:

Karen Fraser

Bob MacPhail

          and agree to cover the cost of out of pocket expenses for same. Carried.

 -         Moved by Pat Hayes, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby supports the resolution from the Municipality of Powassan to Proclaim 2009 as the International Year of Astronomy. Carried.

 -         Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Pat Hayes, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby supports the resolution from the City of Hamilton and support the efforts of MPP Andrea Horwath with respect to current Bill 138 - Protection of Public Participation Act, 2008. Carried.

 -         Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby supports the resolution from the City of Cambridge and petitions the Honorable M. Aileen Carroll, Minister of Culture, the Honorable Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, and the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to require mandatory installation of internet filtering software in all schools and libraries in the province. Carried. 

 -         Moved by Marty Corcoran, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That we do now adjourn this regular meeting at 9:50 p.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for March 10, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. or at the call of the Reeve. Carried.