The meeting was called to order by the Deputy Warden at 7:00 p.m.
MOMENT OF SILENCE
A moment of silence was observed by members.
ROLL CALL
The Deputy Clerk reported that all councillors representing all districts of the Municipality were present with the exception of Warden Louise Halliday who was attending the UNSM 2008 Leadership Forum in Truro.
- Deputy Warden Eddie Nickerson
- Councillor George El-Jakl
- Councillor Donna LeBlanc-Messenger
- Councillor Wilford Smith
- Councillor Larry Stewart
- Councillor Sean Strang
- Lesa Rossetti, Deputy Clerk
DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of conflict of interest.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by S. Strang that the minutes of the last meeting held May 26, 2008 be approved as circulated.
Motion carried unanimously.
MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
There were no matters arising from the minutes.
CORRESPONDENCE
Loyalist Landing 2008 Society
In advance to the meeting each member was provided with a copy of a letter received from Alan G. Delaney, Chair, Loyalist Landing 2008 Society. The letter advised that the Society plans to conduct some “political” boat races on Saturday, July 12, 2008, as part of the Waterfront Weekend. These political races will involve friendly challenges between politicians at the federal, provincial and municipal levels. The letter invited members to compete and also suggested that Council may want to put together their own “dream team” for the event.
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It was agreed that additional information be obtained regarding the number of people required for a team, etc. This matter will be further discussed at the next meeting of the Committee of the Whole.
BizPal
In advance to the meeting each member was provided with a copy of a letter received from MP Gerald Keddy. The letter advised of a free service being offered by Industry Canada to municipalities and towns called BizPal. BizPal is a website which provides one-stop, on-line service that helps Canadian businesses save a lot of time in acquiring information on and applying for municipal, provincial and federal permits and licences. Additional information will be put together on this service and presented to councillors at a later date.
South West Shore Development Authority
Correspondence has been received from the South West Shore Development Authority advising that ACOA and the Province require a letter of support from each municipal unit confirming their funding commitment for the upcoming year. The Authority is now requesting Council to provide a letter of municipal support concerning the amount committed for the 2008/2009.
Resolution C080601
Moved by S. Strang and seconded by D. Messenger that a letter be provided to the South West Shore Development Authority confirming that the Municipality of Barrington is prepared to provide its portion of core funding in the amount of $25,500.00 for the 2008/2009 fiscal year.
Motion carried unanimously.
REPORT OF COUNCILLORS
Councillor Sean Strang
Committee of the Whole
Bursary Selection
Resolution C080602
Moved by S. Strang and seconded by W. Smith that Kaitlyn Harris be awarded the municipal bursary for 2008.
Motion carried unanimously.
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South Side Ball Field Canteen Request
Resolution C080603
Moved by S. Strang and seconded by W. Smith that the request of Chaila Krafve be approved provided she meets all the requirements of By-Law No. 34, “Commercial Activity on Municipal Property”, and that she be allowed to sell only packaged goods and that no goods be served that are prepared on site.
Motion carried unanimously.
Transfer to Reserves
Resolution C080604
Moved by S. Strang and seconded by G. El-Jakl that $180,000.00 be transferred from the General Operating Funds to the Special Reserve Fund Operating for the purpose of replacing the roof of the Community Health Centre, and completing the Wood’s Harbour Multi-Purpose Trail and Sidewalk Project.
Motion carried unanimously.
Cape Sable Historical Society Request
Resolution C080605
Moved by S. Strang and seconded by W. Smith that the Cape Sable Historical Society be informed that the Municipality cannot provide funding for the shortfall of $5,000.00 requested by the Historical Society for the coming year as it is experiencing similar shortfalls in funding for Municipal Recreation programming.
Motion carried unanimously.
Waste Separation Letter
The proposed letter was read to members.
Resolution C080606
Moved by S. Strang and seconded by G. El-Jakl that the Municipality send flyers and brochures to local businesses, together with a letter, encouraging them to separate solid waste according to municipal and provincial laws.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Department of Transportation
Resolution C080607
Moved by S. Strang and seconded by W. Smith that signage be placed at the sharp turn near the base of Clement’s Pond, on Highway 103, so that truck traffic in the area will be aware of the turn in advance of arriving there.
Motion carried unanimously.
Councillor George El-Jakl
Councillor El-Jakl informed members that he recently attended the FCM Conference in Quebec. He provided a brief report on the conference and informed members that information has been provided to the Office on motions passed, budgets, etc.
Councillor Larry Stewart
Councillor Larry Stewart gave a brief report on his activities since the last meeting of Council.
Councillor Donna LeBlanc-Messenger
Councillor Messenger gave a brief report on her activities since the last meeting of Council.
Councillor Wilford Smith
Councillor Smith provided a brief report on his activities since the last meeting of Council.
Deputy Warden Eddie Nickerson
Deputy Warden Nickerson gave a brief report on his activities since the last meeting of Council.
NEW BUSINESS
Consideration of Amendments to Recreation Department Policy No. 12
It was reported that notice of consideration of amendments to Recreation Department Policy #12 was given at the last meeting of Council. Proposed amendments deal with mostly housekeeping items.
Section 5(a) will be amended to allow individuals to use the Recreation Centre for birthday parties, anniversaries, baby/wedding showers and similar non-alcoholic events, at the rate of $25.00, plus H.S.T. for events.
Resolution C080608
Moved by G. El-Jakl and seconded by D. Messenger that proposed amendments to Recreation Policy No. 12 be approved as presented.
Motion carried unanimously.
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CLOSED SESSION OF COUNCIL
At this time a Closed Session of Council was held to deal with the acquisition of land.
The Regular Session of Council was then called back to order.
Business Park
Resolution C080609
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by S. Strang that the Municipality of Barrington expropriate land described as the northeast portion of PID #80052996, located in Barrington Passage next to land formerly owned by the Barrington Passage Community Club, and pay all fees associated with the expropriation, including the survey fee of $4,300.00, plus H.S.T.
Motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by S. Strang that the meeting adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
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