Karen McPherson .......... Clerk
Blake Henderson ............ Public Works Superintendent
Stéphane Nadeau .............Fire Administrator
Peter O'Hare ....................Fire Protection Adviser Office of the Fire Marshall
Roger Ouimet ..................North Stormont Fire Service
Joe Bakker .....................North Stormont Fire Service
Francois Landry ..............North Stormont Fire Service
Jamie Pollock .................Auditor, Craig, Keen, Despatie, Markell
Monique Lajeunesse .......Treasurer
Allyn Dingwall .................Deputy Treasurer
RESOLUTION NO. 225 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
THAT this regular meeting of Council is now open to deal
with Township business. CARRIED.
DELEGATIONS:
Peter O'Hare, Fire Protection Adviser, presented a "Summary Report of Survey Findings and Identified Needs" in regards to the Municipal Fire Protection Information Survey conducted by the Fire Marshal's office, and presented Council with a "Certificate of Compliance" confirming North Stormont is in compliance with public education and fire prevention requirements of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997.
James Pollock of Craig, Keen, Despatie, Markell, presented the annual audit of the Township's financial position.
RESOLUTION NO. 226 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
THAT the minutes of May 13th, 2008 (Regular) and May 15th, 2008 (Special) be adopted. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 227 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
SECONDED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
THAT By-law No. 46-2008, being a by-law to approve payments
of Roads Department Orders & Accounts in the amount of $279,750.64 be
read a first and second time. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 228 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR MIKE CASSELMAN
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
THAT By-law No. 46-2008, being a by-law to approve payments
of Roads Department Orders & Accounts in the amount of $279,750.64 be
read a third time and finally passed signed and sealed.
CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 229 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR REG BURD
THAT this meeting proceed to a closed session to address a matter pertaining to personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 230 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR REG BURD
THAT regular session of Council reconvene from closed session. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 231 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
THAT for safety issues, Public Works Superintendent be authorized to have sidewalk in front of D and D Store, Finch repaired as soon as possible. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 232 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
THAT By-law No. 46-2008, being a By-Law to approve payments of Administration Department Orders & Accounts in the amount of $47,222.26 be read a first and second time. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 233 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR REG BURD
SECONDED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
THAT By-Law No. 46-2008, being a By-Law to approve payments of Administration Department Orders & Accounts in the amount of $47,222.26 be read a third time and be passed, signed and sealed.
CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 234 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR REG BURD
THAT By-Law No. 47-2008 to adopt the 2008 budget and levy the 2008 Tax Rates be read a first and second time. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 235 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR MIKE CASSELMAN
THAT By-Law No. 47-2008 to adopt the 2008 budget and levy the 2008 Tax Rates be read a third time and be passed, signed and sealed. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 236 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
THAT Council will participate in the NGPR Transport Board as an observer only (ie. not financially at this time). CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 237 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR MIKE CASSELMAN
THAT fee for building permit to construct a gazebo at the McIntosh Memorial Park be waived by Township. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 238 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR REG BURD
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
WHEREAS Senior's Month is an annual nation-wide celebration;
WHEREAS seniors have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and vibrancy of this community;
WHEREAS seniors continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and important and active members of this community;
WHEREAS their contributions past and present warrant appreciation and recognition and their stories deserve to be told;
WHEREAS the health and well-being of seniors is in the interest of all and further adds to the health and well-being of seniors is in the interest of all and further adds to the healkth and well-being to the community;
WHEREAS the knowledge and experience seniors pass on to us continues to benefit all;
I, Mayor Dennis Fife, do hereby proclaim June 1-30, 2008 Senior's Month in the Township of North Stormont and encourage all citizens to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of our seniors. CARRIED.
Deputy Mayor Bill McGimpsey vacated his seat for discussion and voting on illegal dumping of tires.
RESOLUTION NO. 239 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR REG BURD
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR MIKE CASSELMAN
THAT Council authorize assistance to John Amsing for tires dumped illegally on his property as follows: payment of 50% of tipping fees to a maximum of $500.00. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 240 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR LIANNE ACRES-HANNA
THAT By-Law No. 48-2008, being a By-Law to confirm the proceedings of Council held May 27th, 2008 (Regular), be read a first and second time this date. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 241 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR REG BURD
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR MIKE CASSELMAN
THAT By-Law No. 48-2008, being a By-Law to confirm the proceedings of Council held May 27th, 2008 (Regular), be read a third time and finally passed, signed and sealed. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION NO. 242 MAY 2008
MOVED BY: DEPUTY MAYOR BILL MCGIMPSEY
SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR REG BURD
THAT this meeting of Council now adjourn at 9:35 p.m.
CARRIED.
