MUNICIPALITY OF MORRIS-TURNBERRY
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MUNICIPALITY OF MORRIS-TURNBERRY
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41342 Morris Road
Tuesday, April 2, 2013 7:30pm
Minutes of the Meeting
1) Call to order: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Gowing at 7:30 pm with all members in attendance for the call to order, except Jamie McCallum who was absent.
Council in Attendance:
Paul Gowing
Jason Breckenridge
David Baker
Jamie Heffer
John Smuck
Neil Warwick
Absent: Jamie McCallum
Staff in Attendance:
Nancy Michie Administrator Clerk Treasurer
Steve Fortier Chief Building Official
Gary Pipe Director of Public Works
James Marshall Community Fire Safety Officer
Kim Johnston Recorder
Others in Attendance:
Jackie Riggs The Wingham Advance Times
Keith Roulston The Blyth/Brussels Citizen
John Graham Veolia Water
Marty Bedard Huron East Fire Chief
Keith Hodgkinson North Huron Fire Chief
2) Agenda:
Elementary School Fair Grant and Howick Fall Fair to be added to Item # 16- Other Business.
Adoption of Agenda:
Motion: 127-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by Neil Warwick
“That the agenda for the meeting of April 2nd, 2013 be adopted as amended.”
Disposition Carried
3) Declaration of Pecuniary Interest:
No member declared a pecuniary interest, at this time
4) Minutes:
Motion: 128-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by John Smuck
“That the minutes of the March 19th, 2013 Council Meetings, be adopted as circulated.”
Disposition Carried
5) Business from the Minutes
There was no other business from the minutes to be discussed
6) Accounts
Motion: 129-2013 Moved by Neil Warwick Seconded by David Baker
"That the Accounts dated April 2nd, 2013 be approved for payment in the amount of $108,692.98.”
Disposition Carried
Jason Breckenridge questioned the fee paid to Huron East for a Fire Call.
Neil Warwick would like to look at any grants if any further lighting is to be replaced.
12) Business:
12.1 2012 Policing Costs Report
Motion: 130-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by John Smuck
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry receive the 2012 Policing Costs Report in the amount of $21,503.00, as submitted April 2, 2013.”
Disposition Carried
12.2 History Book Donation
Motion: 131-2013 Moved by John Smuck Seconded by Jamie Heffer
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry donate a set of History Books to the MVCA Foundation Dinner and Auction.”
Disposition Carried
12.3 Hospitality Room at AMO Conference
Motion: 132-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by John Smuck
That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry agree to endorse a hospitality room at the AMO conference, and costs to be prorated by the County levy being status quo.”
Disposition Carried
12.4 2013 Rural Summer Jobs
Motion: 133-2013 Moved by Jamie Heffer Seconded by David Baker
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry advertise for two summer students for 2013 and apply for a grant from the Rural Summer Jobs Service.”
Disposition Carried
12.5 Proposed Motion regarding Contraband Tobacco
Motion: 134-2013 Moved by John Smuck Seconded by Neil Warwick
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry file the issue with the provincial government and communities across Ontario concerning Contraband Tobacco.”
Disposition Carried
12.6 Avon Maitland District School Board
Motion: 135-2013 Moved by John Smuck Seconded by David Baker
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry file the invitation for Mayor Paul Gowing to the Always Learning Awards and Employee Service Recognition Awards on April 17th, Seaforth Legion.”
Disposition Carried
Paul Gowing will attend on his own as a representative for the Municipality of Morris- Turnberry.
12.7 Lottery Licence Wingham Firefighters
Motion: 136-2013 Moved by John Smuck Seconded by Neil Warwick
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry approve a Lottery Licence Application from the Wingham Firefighters Association being held at the Royal T Gas Bar.”
Disposition Carried
12.7 Emergency Planning Meeting
A date for an Emergency Planning meeting will be April 18, 2013 at 7:30 pm.
Paul Gowing, Neil Warwick and Jason Breckenridge will attend
12.8 Economic Development Meeting
A date for an Economic Development meeting will be April 25th or April 29th at 7:30 pm. Nancy Michie will contact Douglas Barill and inform them when a date is set.
Paul Gowing and Jason Breckenridge will attend.
Huron East Fire Chief Marty Bedard,
North Huron Fire Chief Keith Hodgkinson, and
Morris-Turnberry Community Fire Safety Officer James Marshall arrived at meeting.
Howick Fire Chief Shawn Edwards was absent
7) Fire Chief’s Report: 7:45 pm
1. Huron East- Chief Marty Bedard presented the 2012 Fire Chief report for the Municipality of Huron East.
2 North Huron – Chief Keith Hodgkinson presented the 2012 Fire Chief Report for the Township of North Huron
3. James Marshall presented Howick’s 2012 Fire Chief Report on behalf of Fire Chief Shawn Edwards.
Motion: 137-2013 Moved by Jamie Heffer Seconded by Jason Breckenridge
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry receive and accept the 2012 Fire Chief reports from the Municipality of Huron East, the Township of North Huron and the
Township of Howick.”
Disposition Carried
Chief Marty Bedard, Chief Keith Hodgkinson, and Community Fire Safety Officer James Marshall left the meeting at 8:25 pm.
Gary Pipe arrived at the meeting.
8) 2013 Draft Budget and Belgrave Water System rates- Public Meeting: 8:25 pm
8.1 Motion to Enter into a Public Meeting:
Motion: 138-2013 Moved by Neil Warwick Seconded by John Smuck
"That the Council adjourn the regular session and enter into a Public meeting to review the proposed 2013 budget at 8:25 pm”
Disposition Carried
8.2 Public Meeting to present the 2013 Proposed Budget:
1. Presentation of the proposed budget:
The proposed budget was presented to council and a copy was available at the door, for review.
2. Questions from the floor:
There were no questions from the floor.
3. Council comments:
The council discussed the possible change of a grader purchase to a truck, and the possibility of keeping the old grader instead of it being traded.
Gary Pipe is hoping for delivery by fall.
8.3 Reenter Regular Council Session:
Motion: 139-2013 Moved by Jamie Heffer Seconded by John Smuck
"That the Council reenter regular session of Council at 8:30 pm.”
Disposition Carried
John Graham arrived at Meeting at 8:30pm
8.4. Motion:
Motion: 140-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by Neil Warwick
“That the Council approve the draft 2013 budget and instruct the Clerk to prepare a by-law to adopt the 2013 budget.”
Disposition Carried
9) Belgrave Water System 2012 Compliance Report
John Graham - Veolia Water 8:30 pm
John Graham presented the Compliance and annual reports for the Belgrave Water System.
Motion: 141-2013 Moved by John Smuck Seconded by Jason Breckenridge
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry receive and approve the 2012 Compliance Report for the Belgrave Water.”
Disposition Carried
John Graham discussed the valve replacement and the operation of the system.
The council would like a tour of the facility.
John Graham left the meeting at 8:45 pm
10) Public Works: Gary Pipe – Director of Public Works
1. Letter from Maitland Valley Conservation Authority:
Motion: 142-2013 Moved by John Smuck Seconded by Jamie Heffer
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry approves the request from the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, for grass cutting at the Bluevale Park.”
Disposition Carried
The council would like the costs of cutting the Bluevale Park monitored.
2. Gravel Tenders
Motion: 143-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by John Smuck
“That the gravel tender submitted by Joe Kerr Limited be accepted for the following:
1. Supply, crush, load, haul and spread approximately 34,500 metric tonnes of Granular ‘A’ Gravel for the South Half of the Morris Ward, Municipality of Morris-Turnberry,
at the price of $276, 793.50 with HST;
2. Supply, crush, load, haul & spread approximately 9,000 metric tonnes of Granular ‘A’ Gravel for the North Half of the Turnberry Ward, Municipality of Morris-Turnberry, at
the price of $69,664.50 with HST;
3. Supply, crush, load & haul approximately 500 metric tonnes of Granular ‘A’ Gravel for stockpile at the Morris shop, Municipality of Morris-Turnberry, at the price of
$4,011.50; and
4. Supply, crush, load & haul approximately 500 metric tonnes of Granular ‘A’ Gravel for stockpile at the Turnberry shop, Municipality of Morris-Turnberry, at the price of $3,870.25.”
Disposition Carried
3. Roadside Mowing 2013/2014 and option for 2015
Motion: 144-2013 Moved by Jamie Haffer Seconded by Jason Breckenridge
“That the road side mowing quote submitted by Van Driel Excavating be accepted at the quoted price for 2013 of $40,905.00, the year 2014 of $40,896.90 with the Option for 2015 of $ 40,896.90.”
Disposition Carried
Steve Fortier arrived at the meeting.
4. Drainage Petition:
Motion: 145-2013 Moved by Neil Warwick Seconded by David Baker
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry accept the petition for improvement to the Press Ballagh Municipal Drainage works at Concession 12
WPt Lot 1, Turnberry, under Section 78 of the Drainage Act; and that R J Burnside and Associates, Engineering Firm, be appointed to prepare a report.”
Disposition Carried
11) Huron Telecommunications Co-operative Limited:
Agreement with Huron Telecommunications Co-operative Limited for
HuronTel to install Fibre optic connection cable in the Lower Town, North and East Wingham areas.
Motion: 146-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by John Smuck
"That By-Law No. 20 -2013 be adopted as given first, second, third and final readings being a by-law to authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality
of Morris-Turnberry and Huron Telecommunications Cooperative Limited, known as ‘HuronTel’, for use of the Municipal Service Corridors.”
Disposition Carried
Gary Pipe left the meeting at 9:15 pm
13) Council Reports:
Jason Breckenridge:
He attended the History Book meeting on March 25, 2013. There are flyers to distribute to promote the sale of the History Book. The flyers have also been inserted into the tax bill envelopes.
He attended the MVCA meeting on March 20, 2013. MVCA is considering options for the Falls Reserve Trailer Park and looking into costs.
There are 4(four) options being considered, it is being deferred for 2(two) months.
Jamie McCallum: Absent
Jamie Heffer:
He attended the Airport meeting on March 20, 2013. They are working with a consultant; the report is close to draft stage. The Jet Rally is July 27 – 28, 20132. They may ask to use the MTO Park for more parking.
David Baker:
He attended the Drainage Course on March 26, 2013. He thought the morning was very good and he learned a lot.
John Smuck:
He attended the Drainage Course on March 26, 2013. He feels a lot more knowledgeable on drainage issues.
He attended the Home and Farm Safety meeting on March 21, 2013. He will be working at the Clean Water Festival on April 11, 2013.
He attended the Health Recruitment Committee Meeting on March 27, 2013. They will be having a few more fund raisers.
Neil Warwick:
He attended the Water Protection meeting in March 28, 2013. They are requesting funds
from the Provincial and Federal governments for projects.
Paul Gowing:
He attended the Medical Dental Board Meeting on March 21, 2013. They are looking at making the building more accessible.
He attended the History Book meeting on March 25, 2013.
He attended the NWMO Open house in Central Huron on March 26, 2013 with the County of Huron.
He attended the R J Burnside Client Appreciation night on March 27, 2013.
He attended the Water Protection Meeting on March 28, 2013 with the County of Huron.
It was a good meeting.
14) Items for Information:
1. Remarks by Russ Powers, AMO President – ROMA /OGRA Conference
2. Nuclear Waste Management Organization – Open Houses Clinton, March 26 & 27
3. Nuclear Waste Management Organization – Towns Shortlisted for Nuclear Dumpsite
4. Council Statement of Remuneration – Huron County Municipalities
5. Seminar on Ultra High Speed Optic Network – April 19 & April 26
6. AMO – 2013 Federal Budget
7. Saugeen Conservation – Watershed Reports
15) Minutes
1. History Book Meeting
2. Joint Health and Safety Committee
3. Maitland Valley Conservation Authority
4. Wingham & Area Health Professionals Recruitment
16) Other Business:
1. Elementary School Fair:
Motion: 147-2013 Moved by John Smuck Seconded by Neil Warwick
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry receive and approve the request from the Elementary School Fair for a grant in the amount of $500.00.”
Disposition Carried
2. Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair:
Jason Breckenridge stated that the Howick-Turnberry Fall fair is also requesting a grant for the fair by June 1, 2013.
Nancy Michie advised that she will bring all grant requests back after the budget is approved.
17) Additions to the agenda for the next meeting:
1. There was no other business to add to the agenda for the next or any following meeting.
18) By-laws:
18.1 Site Plan Agreement
Motion: 148-2013 Moved by Jamie Heffer Seconded by John Smuck
"That By-Law No. 23 -2013 be adopted as given first, second, third and final readings being a by-law to adopt a Site Plan Agreement with “Bob Wattam’s Backhoe Service
Inc.”, for the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry.”
Disposition Carried
Steve Fortier confirmed that this drainage, will not affect the neighbouring properties.
The surveyor will send a letter of confirmation, when complete.
18.2 Development Agreement
Motion: 149-2013 Moved by Jamie Heffer Seconded by Neil Warwick
"That By-Law No. 24 -2013 be adopted as given first, second, third and final readings being a by-law to adopt a Development Agreement with “914572 Ontario Ltd. Known as
‘Maitland Welding’ ”, for the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry.”
Disposition Carried
18.3 Acquisition of Land
Motion: 150-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by John Smuck
"That By-Law No. 25 -2013 be deferred until a deed for the property has been received.”
Disposition Carried
19) Building Report: 9:40 pm
Building Report:
Motion: 151-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by David Baker
“That the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry receive the Building Report for January and February, 2013, as submitted April 2, 2013.”
Disposition Carried
Kim Johnston left the meeting at 9:45pm
Break The Council took a short 5 minute break at 9:50 pm.
20) Closed Session:
1. Report to the Council on a property:
pursuant to Section 239(2) (b) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees and potential litigation pursuant to Section 239 (2) (e);
2. Assessment Review Board decision: pursuant to Section 239(2) (b) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees and potential
litigation pursuant to Section 239 (2) (e);
3. Fire Service Proposal with North Huron: pursuant to Section 239(2) (b) Personal
matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees;
4. Employee issue: pursuant to Section 239(2) (b) Personalmatters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees;
1.1 Enter into Closed Session:
Motion: 152-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by Jamie Heffer
“That the Council adjourn the Public Session of Council and enter into a Closed to the Public Session for all matters:
1. Report to the Council on a property:
pursuant to Section 239(2) (b) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees and potential litigation pursuant to Section 239 (2) (e);
2. Assessment Review Board decision: pursuant to Section 239(2) (b) Personal
matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees and potential litigation pursuant to Section 239 (2) (e);
3. Fire Service Proposal with North Huron: pursuant to Section 239(2) (b) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees;
4. Employee issue: pursuant to Section 239(2) (b) Personalmatters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees;
Disposition Carried
1.2 Adjourn the Closed Session:
Motion: 153-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by David Baker
“That the Council adjourn the Closed to the public session and re-enter regular open session of council at 11:15 pm.”
Disposition Carried
1.3 Report to the Public from Closed Session.
The Council discussed matters concerning property, an Assessment Review Board decision, Fire Service Proposal with North Huron and an Employee issue.
21) By-law 26 - 2013 Confirming by-law
Motion: 154-2013 Moved by Jason Breckenridge Seconded by John Smuck
"That By-law No. 26-2013 be passed as given first, second, third and final readings, being a by-law to Confirm the actions of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry for the meeting April 2, 2013."
Disposition Carried
22) Adjournment:
Motion: 155-2013 Moved by Jamie Heffer Seconded by David Baker
"That the meeting be adjourned at 11:20 pm. and this is deemed to be a 2-4 hour meeting."
Disposition Carried
__________________________
Mayor, Paul Gowing
Clerk, Nancy Michie