Minutes of the regular meeting of the
Barrington Municipal Council, held in the Council Chambers, in the
Administrative Centre, in Barrington, N.S., on Wednesday, August 23,
2000.
The meeting was called to order by the Warden at 7:00 with the following members present:
- Warden Sterling Belliveau
- Deputy Warden Fred Bower
- Councillor Angus Atkinson
- Councillor Eddie Nickerson
- Councillor Wayne Smith
- Councillor Steven Stoddart
- Brian Holland, Municipal Clerk
- Lesa Rossetti, Deputy Clerk
Councillor Tina Wickens was absent due to illness.
CHANGES TO AGENDA
The Warden advised members that Item #7 "Interview Kent Blades Re: Plebiscite - Mayor/Warden", has been canceled and therefore this item can be deleted from the Agenda.
The Warden reported that an emergency item will be added to the Agenda which is:
- Curling Club Workers Re: Grant
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that the minutes of the regular Council meeting held July 26, 2000 be approved as circulated.
Motion carried.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by A. Atkinson that the minutes of the Emergency Council Meeting held July 26, 2000 be approved as circulated.
Motion carried.
MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
Edith Nickerson Property
Councillor Smith requested an update on the Edith Nickerson property located at Clam Point. Edith Nickerson owns a small piece of property along Barrington Bay and is willing to donate it to the municipality for the purpose of establishing a Seaside Tourist Stop.
The Clerk reported that Mrs. Nickerson signed the deed on August 22, 2000 conveying the property to the Municipality of Barrington. The deed will be registered in the Registry of Deeds Office tomorrow.
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Moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that the Municipal Clerk contact the Department of Transportation and the Department of Environment to determine what is required to establish a tourist stop at that site.
Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
Youth Resource Centre
The Clerk reported that information has been received from the newly opened Shelburne County Youth Resource Centre. The Centre provides employment related services to youth ages 16 to 29. The Centre provides youth with the opportunity to access information, programs and services to help them acquire skills, knowledge and work experience needed to pursue career and educational goals. Information brochures were provided which were circulated to members in advance of the meeting.
Chapel Hill Museum
The Clerk reported that a letter has been received from the Chapel Hill Historical Society thanking council for the grant of $500.00.
Archelaus Smith Historical Society
The Clerk reported that a letter has been received from the Archelaus Smith Historical Society thanking council for the grant of $500.00 to assist with the operation of the museum.
Doctor Shortage
The Clerk reported that a letter has been received from the Minister of Health in response to our letter of July 17, 2000. The letter advised that the Department is actively recruiting a physician to assume Dr. Blair's practice and has notified all recent graduates of the opportunity. The letter further advised that the Physician Recruitment Coordinator will keep us fully apprised of activities that the Department is undertaking to fill this vacancy.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by F. Bower that the Municipal Clerk contact the Physician Recruitment Coordinator to determine whether any doctors have expressed an interest in relocating to the Municipality of Barrington.
Motion carried.
During discussion it was noted that Dr. Yee placed two (2) advertisements in medical journals in an attempt to attract doctors to the area. To date, no response has been received as a result of these advertisements.
During discussion it was also noted that rumors are circulating within the communities that Dr. Jamal Aboujamra is leaving the area.
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Moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that clarification be obtained as to whether Dr. Jamal Aboujamra is planning to remain in the area.
Motion carried unanimously.
Tusket River Environmental Protection Association
The Clerk reported that a copy of a letter has been received from the Tusket River Environmental Protection Association addressed to the Honourable Michael Baker, Acting Minister of the Department of Environment. The letter is requesting the Minister to require an Environmental Assessment on the application by C.A.G. Enterprises for a bulk sampling operation for Kaolinte, near Flinstone Rock.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by S. Stoddart that the municipality support the request of the Tusket River Environmental Protection Association to have an Environmental Assessment carried out on the application submitted by C.A.G. Enterprises.
Motion carried unanimously.
Health Care System
The Clerk reported that a letter had been received from the Minister of Health, the Honourable Allan Rock. The letter was in response to our earlier correspondence concerning the Health Care System in Canada.
The Minister has advised that the health of Canadians, and the future of our Health Care System, is one of the Government's top concerns. In closing, he advised that we can be assured that he will continue to work with the provincial and territorial counterparts and others in preserving and renewing the Health Care System.
Request for Leave of Absence
The Clerk reported that a letter has been received from Mr. Richard Nickerson requesting a leave of absence, from the Planning Advisory Committee and the Waterfront Development Committee, for the period August 9, 2000 through to October 23, 2000. This leave of absence is requested since Mr. Nickerson will be running in the upcoming 2000 Municipal elections.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by E. Nickerson that the request from Richard Nickerson for a leave of absence from August 9, 2000 to October 23, 2000 be approved.
Motion carried.
Barrington Regional Curling Club
The Clerk reported that we have been notified that the Department of Housing and Municipal Affairs will not be funding our project for Community Access-ability, for disabled persons, at the Barrington Regional Curling Club.
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Long Term Nursing Care Facility
Mr. Robert St. Laurent (Executive Director), and Mr. David Chadwick ( Director), both of the Department of Health, appeared before the meeting.
Councillors were informed that in the past senior's programs had been administered by both the Department of Community Services and the Department of Health. Recent changes in the provincial government structure has resulted in senior's programs being administered by the Department of Health only.
The Department is currently in the process of putting in place a Single Entry Access Point Program. It is hoped that this program will provide required care to seniors to permit them to remain within the community and in their own home without having to be institutionalized. Two Single Entry Access Point Programs will be implemented as pilot projects in the Cape Breton and Antigonish areas in October 2000. If the pilot projects are successful, it is hoped that the program will be offered province-wide commencing April 1, 2001.
Discussion then turned to the establishment of a Long Term Nursing Care Facility in the Barrington area. Department Officials advised that they recognize the need for long term nursing care beds in the area, but at the present time are unaware of the number required. It was stated that they do not want to build a facility now that will end up being empty in future. The formula currently used to determine the number of beds required is, 120 beds per 1,000 population, of seniors over the age of 75 years. With the new Single Entry Access Point Program coming into play, a number of seniors that would normally go to a long term nursing care facility may be able to remain in their own home.
Both officials from the Department of Health suggested that they would like to sit down and further discuss this matter with a local contact.
During discussion with officials from the Department of Health, it was noted that Bay Side Home is currently being brought up to standards of a long term nursing care facility.
Mr. St. Laurent and Mr. Chadwick were thanked for appearing before Council to discuss the establishment of a long term nursing care facility in the area.
VARIANCE APPEAL - KEN ANTHONY
The Clerk reported that an application for a variance, from the requirements of the Municipality's Land Use By-law, has been received from Ken Anthony for property he is in the process of purchasing in Barrington Passage, Civic #3723, Highway #3, formerly known as the Burger House Restaurant. He is applying for a variance in the side yard requirements from the adjoining properties. The Land Use By-law requires a side yard of twenty (20) feet. Mr. Anthony is requesting that the side yard requirement be reduced from twenty (20) feet to ten (10) feet. The original application to the Municipal Development Officer was rejected since the request appears to constitute a violation of the Land Use By-law. The Municipal Government Act provides for an appeal of the decision of the Development Officer, directly to the Municipal Council. It was reported that all property owners, located within thirty (30) meters of the proposed variance, have been notified of the public hearing being held tonight. No opposition to the proposed variance has been received. During discussion of this matter with Dave Arenburg of Tim Horton's, Mr. Arenburg stated that he had no objection to the variance being granted but did express concerns regarding safety issues in the area and suggested the construction of sidewalks.
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Moved by F. Bower and seconded by E. Nickerson that the variance requested by Ken Anthony, for property he is in the process of purchasing in Barrington Passage, Civic #3723, Highway #3, to reduce the side yard requirement from twenty (20) feet to ten (10) feet, be approved.
Motion carried unanimously.
B.M.H.S. RETRO-FIT PROJECT
Mr. Dave Buckland, Principal of Barrington Municipal High School and Mrs. Charlene Stewart, Chair of the B.M.H.S. School Advisory Council, appeared before the meeting. Mrs. Stewart advised that for several years numerous students, teachers, parents and community members have expressed concern over the debilitated state of the educational facilities at Barrington High, which serves over seven hundred fifty students on a daily basis. About two or three years ago a review of the facilities was undertaken by the School Advisory Council as an important school improvement initiative. Since then they have been involved in several meetings, discussions and school walk-abouts with Board representatives, the MLA, government officials and engineers and architects. Through this process it has been established, by professionals, that the school facilities have pronounced needs in various areas; including mechanical, electrical and physical. An engineer's report notes serious code violations and other safety concerns.
The Board and Province have placed them as a priority in previous listings, but with new provincial government changes, new personnel are now involved in the prioritization and selection process. The Board has recognized Barrington High as one of the highest priorities and government engineers presently conducting on-site evaluations throughout the province also see the facility as being in definite need.
In closing, Mrs. Stewart advised that their committee is on a campaign to solicit support from as many individuals, groups, and organizations as possible.
A video showing the current condition of the Barrington Municipal High School was then viewed.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by F. Bower that a letter be written to the MLA for Shelburne County and the Minister of Education, advising of Council's support of the Barrington High Retro-fit Project and request that the project be made a priority with the Department. It was agreed that a copy of these letters would be forwarded to Mr. Paul MacLellan, Department of Education, and to the CEO of the Southwest Regional School Board.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Buckland and Mrs. Stewart were then thanked for appearing before Council.
ROSEWAY HOSPITAL MEETING
Mr. Owen Wheelock addressed Council and requested to know why no-one from the Council of the Municipality of Barrington attended the August 15, 2000 meeting, held in Shelburne, regarding Roseway Hospital.
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The Warden informed Mr. Wheelock that members attended a Planning Advisory Committee meeting that night. The Warden assured Mr. Wheelock that Council is very aware of the Roseway Hospital concerns and that he has attended meetings previously with the Minister of Health to discuss these issues.
There is also a meeting of Mayors and Wardens scheduled to be held in Yarmouth on August 28, 2000 to discuss Health Care Issues.
A meeting was previously held in Clark's Harbour which was attended by representatives of the municipality.
Mr. Wheelock was assured that health care is a priority for Barrington Municipal Council.
REPORT OF WARDEN
The Warden provided a brief report of his activities since July 31, 2000, which is as follows:
- July 31, 2000 Attended meeting in Halifax with Senator Bernie Boudreau regarding the Marine Resource Centre.
Later that day a meeting was also held in Digby with the Minister of Economic Development, Mr. Gordon Balzer, regarding the Marine Resource Centre.
- August 1, 2000 Attended the Clark's Harbour Senior's Garden Party.
- August 9, 2000 Attended the Acadian Historical Village Grand Opening.
- August 14, 2000 Attended a Waste Check meeting.
- August 15, 2000 Attended an RDA meeting and a meeting of the Marine Resource Centre Subcommittee. Terms of Reference for the Marine Resource Centre are being prepared and funding is being sought by Frank Anderson and Terry Thibodeau.
During discussion of the Marine Resource Centre it was noted that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency will be moving from the Fisheries Building located in Barrington Passage to an office in Shelburne.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that Mr. Freeman Libby, C.F.I.A, be requested to reconsider the decision to move the C.F.I.A. out of the area.
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by E. Nickerson that the above motion be amended to state that if the C.F.I.A. has to move out of the Fisheries Building located in Barrington Passage that all other avenues be explored to find an alternate location within the Municipality of Barrington.
Motion carried.
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The original motion, as amended, was then put to a vote and carried unanimously.
The amended motion as approved by Council is as follows:
"...that Freeman Libby, C.F.I.A., be requested to reconsider the decision to move the C.F.I.A. out of the area and that if the C.F.I.A. has to move out of the Fisheries Building located in Barrington Passage that all other avenues be explored to find an alternate location within the Municipality of Barrington."
COMMITTEE AND BOARD REPORTS
Finance and Administration Committee
Subdivision Approval Services
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by W. Smith that subdivision approvals in future be done by the Municipal Building Inspector, Mr. Andrew Goreham, effective immediately.
Motion carried unanimously.
Appointment of Development Officer
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that Mr. Andrew Goreham be appointed Development Officer for the Municipality of Barrington.
Motion carried unanimously.
Tax Payment Methods
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that the Municipal Clerk obtain information regarding the implementation of the following methods of receiving tax payments: on-line banking, telephone banking, credit card machine and paying at local banks.
Motion carried.
Recognition of Groups and Individuals
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded F. Bower that if a member of the community requests a Recognition Certificate for an individual or group within the municipality, then the municipality will grant one.
Motion carried.
South Shore Tourism Guide Advertisement
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by E. Nickerson that the municipality place a half page ad in the South Shore Tourism Guide for the year 2001, at a cost $1,320.00, plus H.S.T.
Motion carried.
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Fire Safety Act
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that a letter be sent to the Honourable Angus MacIsaac, Minister of Labour, requesting a response to the questions raised by the Nova Scotia Building Official's Association in regards to the Fire Safety Act.
Motion carried.
Building Inspector Position
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by E. Nickerson that a letter be written to the Joint Services Board thanking them for their continued cooperation in the provision of Building Inspection Services in the municipality and requesting that they complete the two major projects now underway, and the Bay Side Home Project which is at the present time getting underway.
Motion carried unanimously.
Pre-Approval of Debenture Issue
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower and carried:
WHEREAS Section 91 of the Municipal Government Act provides that a municipality is authorized to borrow money subject to the approval of the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs;
AND WHEREAS the resolution of Council to borrow for the construction of a curling club was approved by the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs on May 31, 2000;
AND WHEREAS Clause 91 (1)(b) of the Municipal Government Act authorizes the Council to determine the amount, term of, and the rate of interest on each debenture; when the interest on the debenture is to paid and where the principle on the interest on the debenture are to be paid;
AND WHEREAS Clause 91 (2) of the Municipal Government Act states that in accordance with the Municipal Finance Corporation Act, the Mayor or Warden, and Clerk, or the person designated by the Council, by policy, shall sell and deliver the debentures on behalf of the municipality at the price and the sums and in the manner deemed proper;
THEREFORE it is moved by T. Wickens and seconded by F. Bower that it be recommended to Council that under the authority of Section 91 of the Municipal Government Act, the Municipality of the District of Barrington, borrow by the issue and sale of debentures, a sum, or sums, not exceeding $678,950.00, for a period not to exceed five (5) years, subject to the approval of the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs;
AND THAT the sum be borrowed by the issue and sale of debentures of the Municipality of the District of Barrington, in the amount that the Mayor or Clerk, or the person designated by the Council deems proper, provided the average interest rate of the debenture does not exceed the rate of eight (8%) per cent and that the debenture be arranged with the Nova Scotia Municipal Finance Corporation, with interest to be paid semi-annually and principle payments made annually;
AND THAT this Resolution remain in force for a period not exceeding twelve (12) months from the passing of this Resolution.
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Annual Employment Increments
WHEREAS Karl Lamrock has completed another year's service in the Public Works Department;
AND WHEREAS Karl Lamrock has received a satisfactory performance evaluation from his immediate Supervisor;
THEREFORE it moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by W. Smith that Karl Lamrock receive his annual increment in the amount of $522.00, effective September 2, 2000.
WHEREAS Brian Holland has completed another year of service as Municipal Clerk-Treasurer;
THEREFORE it is moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by W. Smith that Brian Holland receive his annual increment in the amount of $1,045.00.
Motion carried.
Employee Probationary Period
WHEREAS Sharon Brannen will soon complete her six month probationary period and has received a satisfactory evaluation from her immediate Supervisor, the Deputy Clerk;
THEREFORE it is moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that Sharon Brannen be made a regular full-time employee of the municipality on September 6, 2000, at the end of her probationary period.
Motion carried.
North East Point Community Hall Request
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by A. Atkinson that $1,000.00 be granted to each of the following projects: North East Point Community Hall repairs, Newellton Community Hall repairs, and the "new" Newellton Cemetery repairs and restoration.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by A. Atkinson that the above motion be amended to indicate that the sums be taken from the Contingency Fund.
Motion carried unanimously.
The amended motion as approved by Council is as follows:
"...that $1,000.00 be granted to each of the following projects: North East Point Community Hall repairs, Newellton Community Hall repairs, and the "new" Newellton Cemetery repairs and restoration, and that the sums be taken from the Contingency Fund."
The motion, as amended, was then put to a vote and carried unanimously.
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Public Works and Property Committee
Signage Re: Beaches
The Clerk reported that he has been in contact with Mr. Greg Newell, of the Department of Transportation, and has received a copy of the regulations for advertising signs. There does not appear to be any regulations prohibiting us from posting signage regarding beaches.
The Clerk advised that he must contact Gerard Chisholm of the Department of Transportation to get agreement on sign location. Mr. Newell also suggested that we might want to get approval from the adjacent property owners before posting the signs.
The Sign Shop has been contacted and signs can be purchased 24' X 12' at a price of $11.90 each. Signs 36' X 18' can be purchased at a price of $26.75 each.
The three entry point signs have been researched and John Smith can prepare the signs at a cost of approximately $500.00 each. These signs will be 4 ft. X 8 ft.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that signs be posted in the municipality indicating the location of various beaches and the distance to them.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by F. Bower that the Clerk investigate the acquisition of land, by purchase or lease, at Powell's Beach and Crow's Neck Beach, in order to provide parking and access for the public.
Motion carried.
Heliport Landing Site
WHEREAS the construction of the Heliport Landing Site will be considerably more than was previously estimated;
AND WHEREAS members believe it is a worthwhile and valuable asset to the community;
THEREFORE it is moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that a sum, not to exceed $15,000.00, be withdrawn from the Special Reserve Fund Capital in order to pay for the construction of the Heliport Landing Site.
Motion carried.
C & D Landfill Site
WHEREAS it is necessary to have geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations done on the municipality's Construction and Demolition Debris Landfill Site;
THEREFORE it is moved by W. Smith and seconded by A. Atkinson that Horner & Associates be engaged to complete the necessary geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations in conjunction with those being done in the Municipality of Argyle.
Motion carried
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Sale of Municipal Property
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by S. Stoddart that the municipality sell the former Oscar Smith property in Shag Harbour to Mr. Roger Shand for $6,500.00.
Motion carried.
CNR Right-of-Way
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by F. Bower that the Department of Natural Resources be contacted and requested to clean up illegal dump sites on the CNR Right-of-Way in District #1 and that the Department of Transportation also be requested to place "No Dumping" signs along this right-of-way.
Planning Advisory Committee
Proposed Amendments to Mobile Home Park By-law #19
WHEREAS members wish to provide for the orderly development of Mobile Home Parks in the municipality;
THEREFORE it is moved by W. Smith and seconded by F. Bower that proposed amendments to the Mobile Home Park By-Law concerning development of private roads and connection to the public sewer, within Mobile Home Parks, receive first reading.
Motion carried unanimously.
Proposed Amendments to Municipal Planning Strategy, Land Use By-law, Subdivision By-lawand Mobile Home Park By-law
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by A. Atkinson that the Public Participation Meeting required for amendments to the Municipal Planning Strategy, Land Use By-law, and Subdivision By-law in order to: (1) make definitions for sewer consistent with the Municipal Government Act; and, (2) make wording consistent for sanitary and sewer requirements for sanitary sewer specifications and amend the wording for sanitary sewer requirements for sanitary sewer specifications, be proceeded with by Council. The Public Participation Meeting is proposed to be held September 26, 2000 at 7:00 p.m., in the Conference Room, in the Administrative Centre, in Barrington.
Motion carried.
REQUEST - BEAR HUNTING
The Clerk reported that requests have been received from John Newell of Upper Port LaTour and Calvin Kaiser of Stoney Island for permission to hunt bear on municipal property.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by S. Stoddart that permission be granted to John Newell of Upper Port LaTour and Calvin Kaiser of Stoney Island to hunt bear on municipal property.
Motion carried.
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REQUEST FOR FUNDING - VARIOUS GROUPS
Evergreen Cemetery
The Evergreen Cemetery Club has requested financial assistance for maintenance of the cemetery and the Little Red School. Mrs. Mildred Blades has provided a list of their needs:
1. Replacement of porch and washroom windows.
2. Road to cemetery needs to be built up.
3. Inside of school needs painting and papering.
4. Stones of old graves need remounting and cleaning.
5. Roof of school is moss-covered.
Quotes totaling $3,972.03 were provided.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by W. Smith that $1,500.00 be granted to the Evergreen Cemetery Club from the Contingency Fund for that District to assist with repairs to the cemetery and Little Red School.
Motion carried.
BIRD WATCHING
Councillor Nickerson informed members that the South Shore Birders have requested that a couple of picnic tables be provided at Daniel's Head Beach and The Hawk Beach.
The Clerk informed Councillor Nickerson that picnic tables have already been placed at Daniel's Head Beach.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by W. Smith that two picnic tables be placed at The Hawk Beach.
Motion carried.
CURLING CLUB GRANT
The Clerk reported that the application submitted to the HRDC for workers on the curling club has been approved. Work is scheduled to begin on September 11, 2000 and the HRDC will be referring names.
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by W. Smith that the Hiring Committee meet at the end of the Recreation Committee Meeting, scheduled to be held on September 5, 2000, unless the list of names is too long to deal with that evening.
Motion carried.
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MISCELLANEOUS TENDERS - VARIOUS SERVICES
Tenders for the following services were received from the contractors indicated below:
Electrical Work
- Sou'West Electrical Limited
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by S. Stoddart that Sou'West Electrical Limited be awarded a one year contract for electrical services.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded W. Smith that the above motion be amended to state that the contract be awarded to Sou'West Electrical Limited, only if they provide the mark-up amount on materials, as requested in the tender documents.
Motion defeated.
The original motion was then put to a vote and carried.
Upon the request of two councillors the division was recorded:
FOR AGAINST
Angus Atkinson Fred Bower
Sterling Belliveau
Eddie Nickerson
Wayne Smith
Steven Stoddart
Snow Removal - Various Properties and Bay Side Home
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by A. Atkinson that D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for snow removal at various municipal properties, including Bay Side Home.
Motion carried unanimously.
Barrington Municipal Recreation Complex - Snow Removal & Salting
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by W. Smith that D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for looking after snow removal and salting at the Barrington Municipal Recreation Complex.
Motion carried unanimously.
Snow Removal - Cat Rock Drive
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
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Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded be F. Bower that D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for looking after snow removal at Cat Rock Drive.
Motion carried unanimously.
Sewer Lateral Installation
- Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by A. Atkinson that Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for looking after all sewer lateral installations.
Motion carried.
Municipal Landfill Site
- Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd.
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by S. Stoddart that D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for work at the Municipal Landfill.
Motion carried.
Miscellaneous Materials - Various Locations
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
- Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by W. Smith that Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for miscellaneous materials - various locations.
Motion carried unanimously.
Carpentry
No tenders were received for miscellaneous carpentry work.
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ADJOURNMENT
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by W. Smith that their being no further business to be dealt with that the meeting adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:28 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by the Warden at 7:00 with the following members present:
- Warden Sterling Belliveau
- Deputy Warden Fred Bower
- Councillor Angus Atkinson
- Councillor Eddie Nickerson
- Councillor Wayne Smith
- Councillor Steven Stoddart
- Brian Holland, Municipal Clerk
- Lesa Rossetti, Deputy Clerk
Councillor Tina Wickens was absent due to illness.
CHANGES TO AGENDA
The Warden advised members that Item #7 "Interview Kent Blades Re: Plebiscite - Mayor/Warden", has been canceled and therefore this item can be deleted from the Agenda.
The Warden reported that an emergency item will be added to the Agenda which is:
- Curling Club Workers Re: Grant
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that the minutes of the regular Council meeting held July 26, 2000 be approved as circulated.
Motion carried.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by A. Atkinson that the minutes of the Emergency Council Meeting held July 26, 2000 be approved as circulated.
Motion carried.
MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
Edith Nickerson Property
Councillor Smith requested an update on the Edith Nickerson property located at Clam Point. Edith Nickerson owns a small piece of property along Barrington Bay and is willing to donate it to the municipality for the purpose of establishing a Seaside Tourist Stop.
The Clerk reported that Mrs. Nickerson signed the deed on August 22, 2000 conveying the property to the Municipality of Barrington. The deed will be registered in the Registry of Deeds Office tomorrow.
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Moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that the Municipal Clerk contact the Department of Transportation and the Department of Environment to determine what is required to establish a tourist stop at that site.
Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
Youth Resource Centre
The Clerk reported that information has been received from the newly opened Shelburne County Youth Resource Centre. The Centre provides employment related services to youth ages 16 to 29. The Centre provides youth with the opportunity to access information, programs and services to help them acquire skills, knowledge and work experience needed to pursue career and educational goals. Information brochures were provided which were circulated to members in advance of the meeting.
Chapel Hill Museum
The Clerk reported that a letter has been received from the Chapel Hill Historical Society thanking council for the grant of $500.00.
Archelaus Smith Historical Society
The Clerk reported that a letter has been received from the Archelaus Smith Historical Society thanking council for the grant of $500.00 to assist with the operation of the museum.
Doctor Shortage
The Clerk reported that a letter has been received from the Minister of Health in response to our letter of July 17, 2000. The letter advised that the Department is actively recruiting a physician to assume Dr. Blair's practice and has notified all recent graduates of the opportunity. The letter further advised that the Physician Recruitment Coordinator will keep us fully apprised of activities that the Department is undertaking to fill this vacancy.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by F. Bower that the Municipal Clerk contact the Physician Recruitment Coordinator to determine whether any doctors have expressed an interest in relocating to the Municipality of Barrington.
Motion carried.
During discussion it was noted that Dr. Yee placed two (2) advertisements in medical journals in an attempt to attract doctors to the area. To date, no response has been received as a result of these advertisements.
During discussion it was also noted that rumors are circulating within the communities that Dr. Jamal Aboujamra is leaving the area.
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Moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that clarification be obtained as to whether Dr. Jamal Aboujamra is planning to remain in the area.
Motion carried unanimously.
Tusket River Environmental Protection Association
The Clerk reported that a copy of a letter has been received from the Tusket River Environmental Protection Association addressed to the Honourable Michael Baker, Acting Minister of the Department of Environment. The letter is requesting the Minister to require an Environmental Assessment on the application by C.A.G. Enterprises for a bulk sampling operation for Kaolinte, near Flinstone Rock.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by S. Stoddart that the municipality support the request of the Tusket River Environmental Protection Association to have an Environmental Assessment carried out on the application submitted by C.A.G. Enterprises.
Motion carried unanimously.
Health Care System
The Clerk reported that a letter had been received from the Minister of Health, the Honourable Allan Rock. The letter was in response to our earlier correspondence concerning the Health Care System in Canada.
The Minister has advised that the health of Canadians, and the future of our Health Care System, is one of the Government's top concerns. In closing, he advised that we can be assured that he will continue to work with the provincial and territorial counterparts and others in preserving and renewing the Health Care System.
Request for Leave of Absence
The Clerk reported that a letter has been received from Mr. Richard Nickerson requesting a leave of absence, from the Planning Advisory Committee and the Waterfront Development Committee, for the period August 9, 2000 through to October 23, 2000. This leave of absence is requested since Mr. Nickerson will be running in the upcoming 2000 Municipal elections.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by E. Nickerson that the request from Richard Nickerson for a leave of absence from August 9, 2000 to October 23, 2000 be approved.
Motion carried.
Barrington Regional Curling Club
The Clerk reported that we have been notified that the Department of Housing and Municipal Affairs will not be funding our project for Community Access-ability, for disabled persons, at the Barrington Regional Curling Club.
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Long Term Nursing Care Facility
Mr. Robert St. Laurent (Executive Director), and Mr. David Chadwick ( Director), both of the Department of Health, appeared before the meeting.
Councillors were informed that in the past senior's programs had been administered by both the Department of Community Services and the Department of Health. Recent changes in the provincial government structure has resulted in senior's programs being administered by the Department of Health only.
The Department is currently in the process of putting in place a Single Entry Access Point Program. It is hoped that this program will provide required care to seniors to permit them to remain within the community and in their own home without having to be institutionalized. Two Single Entry Access Point Programs will be implemented as pilot projects in the Cape Breton and Antigonish areas in October 2000. If the pilot projects are successful, it is hoped that the program will be offered province-wide commencing April 1, 2001.
Discussion then turned to the establishment of a Long Term Nursing Care Facility in the Barrington area. Department Officials advised that they recognize the need for long term nursing care beds in the area, but at the present time are unaware of the number required. It was stated that they do not want to build a facility now that will end up being empty in future. The formula currently used to determine the number of beds required is, 120 beds per 1,000 population, of seniors over the age of 75 years. With the new Single Entry Access Point Program coming into play, a number of seniors that would normally go to a long term nursing care facility may be able to remain in their own home.
Both officials from the Department of Health suggested that they would like to sit down and further discuss this matter with a local contact.
During discussion with officials from the Department of Health, it was noted that Bay Side Home is currently being brought up to standards of a long term nursing care facility.
Mr. St. Laurent and Mr. Chadwick were thanked for appearing before Council to discuss the establishment of a long term nursing care facility in the area.
VARIANCE APPEAL - KEN ANTHONY
The Clerk reported that an application for a variance, from the requirements of the Municipality's Land Use By-law, has been received from Ken Anthony for property he is in the process of purchasing in Barrington Passage, Civic #3723, Highway #3, formerly known as the Burger House Restaurant. He is applying for a variance in the side yard requirements from the adjoining properties. The Land Use By-law requires a side yard of twenty (20) feet. Mr. Anthony is requesting that the side yard requirement be reduced from twenty (20) feet to ten (10) feet. The original application to the Municipal Development Officer was rejected since the request appears to constitute a violation of the Land Use By-law. The Municipal Government Act provides for an appeal of the decision of the Development Officer, directly to the Municipal Council. It was reported that all property owners, located within thirty (30) meters of the proposed variance, have been notified of the public hearing being held tonight. No opposition to the proposed variance has been received. During discussion of this matter with Dave Arenburg of Tim Horton's, Mr. Arenburg stated that he had no objection to the variance being granted but did express concerns regarding safety issues in the area and suggested the construction of sidewalks.
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Moved by F. Bower and seconded by E. Nickerson that the variance requested by Ken Anthony, for property he is in the process of purchasing in Barrington Passage, Civic #3723, Highway #3, to reduce the side yard requirement from twenty (20) feet to ten (10) feet, be approved.
Motion carried unanimously.
B.M.H.S. RETRO-FIT PROJECT
Mr. Dave Buckland, Principal of Barrington Municipal High School and Mrs. Charlene Stewart, Chair of the B.M.H.S. School Advisory Council, appeared before the meeting. Mrs. Stewart advised that for several years numerous students, teachers, parents and community members have expressed concern over the debilitated state of the educational facilities at Barrington High, which serves over seven hundred fifty students on a daily basis. About two or three years ago a review of the facilities was undertaken by the School Advisory Council as an important school improvement initiative. Since then they have been involved in several meetings, discussions and school walk-abouts with Board representatives, the MLA, government officials and engineers and architects. Through this process it has been established, by professionals, that the school facilities have pronounced needs in various areas; including mechanical, electrical and physical. An engineer's report notes serious code violations and other safety concerns.
The Board and Province have placed them as a priority in previous listings, but with new provincial government changes, new personnel are now involved in the prioritization and selection process. The Board has recognized Barrington High as one of the highest priorities and government engineers presently conducting on-site evaluations throughout the province also see the facility as being in definite need.
In closing, Mrs. Stewart advised that their committee is on a campaign to solicit support from as many individuals, groups, and organizations as possible.
A video showing the current condition of the Barrington Municipal High School was then viewed.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by F. Bower that a letter be written to the MLA for Shelburne County and the Minister of Education, advising of Council's support of the Barrington High Retro-fit Project and request that the project be made a priority with the Department. It was agreed that a copy of these letters would be forwarded to Mr. Paul MacLellan, Department of Education, and to the CEO of the Southwest Regional School Board.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Buckland and Mrs. Stewart were then thanked for appearing before Council.
ROSEWAY HOSPITAL MEETING
Mr. Owen Wheelock addressed Council and requested to know why no-one from the Council of the Municipality of Barrington attended the August 15, 2000 meeting, held in Shelburne, regarding Roseway Hospital.
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The Warden informed Mr. Wheelock that members attended a Planning Advisory Committee meeting that night. The Warden assured Mr. Wheelock that Council is very aware of the Roseway Hospital concerns and that he has attended meetings previously with the Minister of Health to discuss these issues.
There is also a meeting of Mayors and Wardens scheduled to be held in Yarmouth on August 28, 2000 to discuss Health Care Issues.
A meeting was previously held in Clark's Harbour which was attended by representatives of the municipality.
Mr. Wheelock was assured that health care is a priority for Barrington Municipal Council.
REPORT OF WARDEN
The Warden provided a brief report of his activities since July 31, 2000, which is as follows:
- July 31, 2000 Attended meeting in Halifax with Senator Bernie Boudreau regarding the Marine Resource Centre.
Later that day a meeting was also held in Digby with the Minister of Economic Development, Mr. Gordon Balzer, regarding the Marine Resource Centre.
- August 1, 2000 Attended the Clark's Harbour Senior's Garden Party.
- August 9, 2000 Attended the Acadian Historical Village Grand Opening.
- August 14, 2000 Attended a Waste Check meeting.
- August 15, 2000 Attended an RDA meeting and a meeting of the Marine Resource Centre Subcommittee. Terms of Reference for the Marine Resource Centre are being prepared and funding is being sought by Frank Anderson and Terry Thibodeau.
During discussion of the Marine Resource Centre it was noted that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency will be moving from the Fisheries Building located in Barrington Passage to an office in Shelburne.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that Mr. Freeman Libby, C.F.I.A, be requested to reconsider the decision to move the C.F.I.A. out of the area.
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by E. Nickerson that the above motion be amended to state that if the C.F.I.A. has to move out of the Fisheries Building located in Barrington Passage that all other avenues be explored to find an alternate location within the Municipality of Barrington.
Motion carried.
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The original motion, as amended, was then put to a vote and carried unanimously.
The amended motion as approved by Council is as follows:
"...that Freeman Libby, C.F.I.A., be requested to reconsider the decision to move the C.F.I.A. out of the area and that if the C.F.I.A. has to move out of the Fisheries Building located in Barrington Passage that all other avenues be explored to find an alternate location within the Municipality of Barrington."
COMMITTEE AND BOARD REPORTS
Finance and Administration Committee
Subdivision Approval Services
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by W. Smith that subdivision approvals in future be done by the Municipal Building Inspector, Mr. Andrew Goreham, effective immediately.
Motion carried unanimously.
Appointment of Development Officer
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that Mr. Andrew Goreham be appointed Development Officer for the Municipality of Barrington.
Motion carried unanimously.
Tax Payment Methods
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that the Municipal Clerk obtain information regarding the implementation of the following methods of receiving tax payments: on-line banking, telephone banking, credit card machine and paying at local banks.
Motion carried.
Recognition of Groups and Individuals
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded F. Bower that if a member of the community requests a Recognition Certificate for an individual or group within the municipality, then the municipality will grant one.
Motion carried.
South Shore Tourism Guide Advertisement
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by E. Nickerson that the municipality place a half page ad in the South Shore Tourism Guide for the year 2001, at a cost $1,320.00, plus H.S.T.
Motion carried.
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Fire Safety Act
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that a letter be sent to the Honourable Angus MacIsaac, Minister of Labour, requesting a response to the questions raised by the Nova Scotia Building Official's Association in regards to the Fire Safety Act.
Motion carried.
Building Inspector Position
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by E. Nickerson that a letter be written to the Joint Services Board thanking them for their continued cooperation in the provision of Building Inspection Services in the municipality and requesting that they complete the two major projects now underway, and the Bay Side Home Project which is at the present time getting underway.
Motion carried unanimously.
Pre-Approval of Debenture Issue
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower and carried:
WHEREAS Section 91 of the Municipal Government Act provides that a municipality is authorized to borrow money subject to the approval of the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs;
AND WHEREAS the resolution of Council to borrow for the construction of a curling club was approved by the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs on May 31, 2000;
AND WHEREAS Clause 91 (1)(b) of the Municipal Government Act authorizes the Council to determine the amount, term of, and the rate of interest on each debenture; when the interest on the debenture is to paid and where the principle on the interest on the debenture are to be paid;
AND WHEREAS Clause 91 (2) of the Municipal Government Act states that in accordance with the Municipal Finance Corporation Act, the Mayor or Warden, and Clerk, or the person designated by the Council, by policy, shall sell and deliver the debentures on behalf of the municipality at the price and the sums and in the manner deemed proper;
THEREFORE it is moved by T. Wickens and seconded by F. Bower that it be recommended to Council that under the authority of Section 91 of the Municipal Government Act, the Municipality of the District of Barrington, borrow by the issue and sale of debentures, a sum, or sums, not exceeding $678,950.00, for a period not to exceed five (5) years, subject to the approval of the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs;
AND THAT the sum be borrowed by the issue and sale of debentures of the Municipality of the District of Barrington, in the amount that the Mayor or Clerk, or the person designated by the Council deems proper, provided the average interest rate of the debenture does not exceed the rate of eight (8%) per cent and that the debenture be arranged with the Nova Scotia Municipal Finance Corporation, with interest to be paid semi-annually and principle payments made annually;
AND THAT this Resolution remain in force for a period not exceeding twelve (12) months from the passing of this Resolution.
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Annual Employment Increments
WHEREAS Karl Lamrock has completed another year's service in the Public Works Department;
AND WHEREAS Karl Lamrock has received a satisfactory performance evaluation from his immediate Supervisor;
THEREFORE it moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by W. Smith that Karl Lamrock receive his annual increment in the amount of $522.00, effective September 2, 2000.
WHEREAS Brian Holland has completed another year of service as Municipal Clerk-Treasurer;
THEREFORE it is moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by W. Smith that Brian Holland receive his annual increment in the amount of $1,045.00.
Motion carried.
Employee Probationary Period
WHEREAS Sharon Brannen will soon complete her six month probationary period and has received a satisfactory evaluation from her immediate Supervisor, the Deputy Clerk;
THEREFORE it is moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by F. Bower that Sharon Brannen be made a regular full-time employee of the municipality on September 6, 2000, at the end of her probationary period.
Motion carried.
North East Point Community Hall Request
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by A. Atkinson that $1,000.00 be granted to each of the following projects: North East Point Community Hall repairs, Newellton Community Hall repairs, and the "new" Newellton Cemetery repairs and restoration.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by A. Atkinson that the above motion be amended to indicate that the sums be taken from the Contingency Fund.
Motion carried unanimously.
The amended motion as approved by Council is as follows:
"...that $1,000.00 be granted to each of the following projects: North East Point Community Hall repairs, Newellton Community Hall repairs, and the "new" Newellton Cemetery repairs and restoration, and that the sums be taken from the Contingency Fund."
The motion, as amended, was then put to a vote and carried unanimously.
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Public Works and Property Committee
Signage Re: Beaches
The Clerk reported that he has been in contact with Mr. Greg Newell, of the Department of Transportation, and has received a copy of the regulations for advertising signs. There does not appear to be any regulations prohibiting us from posting signage regarding beaches.
The Clerk advised that he must contact Gerard Chisholm of the Department of Transportation to get agreement on sign location. Mr. Newell also suggested that we might want to get approval from the adjacent property owners before posting the signs.
The Sign Shop has been contacted and signs can be purchased 24' X 12' at a price of $11.90 each. Signs 36' X 18' can be purchased at a price of $26.75 each.
The three entry point signs have been researched and John Smith can prepare the signs at a cost of approximately $500.00 each. These signs will be 4 ft. X 8 ft.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that signs be posted in the municipality indicating the location of various beaches and the distance to them.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by F. Bower that the Clerk investigate the acquisition of land, by purchase or lease, at Powell's Beach and Crow's Neck Beach, in order to provide parking and access for the public.
Motion carried.
Heliport Landing Site
WHEREAS the construction of the Heliport Landing Site will be considerably more than was previously estimated;
AND WHEREAS members believe it is a worthwhile and valuable asset to the community;
THEREFORE it is moved by W. Smith and seconded by E. Nickerson that a sum, not to exceed $15,000.00, be withdrawn from the Special Reserve Fund Capital in order to pay for the construction of the Heliport Landing Site.
Motion carried.
C & D Landfill Site
WHEREAS it is necessary to have geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations done on the municipality's Construction and Demolition Debris Landfill Site;
THEREFORE it is moved by W. Smith and seconded by A. Atkinson that Horner & Associates be engaged to complete the necessary geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations in conjunction with those being done in the Municipality of Argyle.
Motion carried
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Sale of Municipal Property
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by S. Stoddart that the municipality sell the former Oscar Smith property in Shag Harbour to Mr. Roger Shand for $6,500.00.
Motion carried.
CNR Right-of-Way
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by F. Bower that the Department of Natural Resources be contacted and requested to clean up illegal dump sites on the CNR Right-of-Way in District #1 and that the Department of Transportation also be requested to place "No Dumping" signs along this right-of-way.
Planning Advisory Committee
Proposed Amendments to Mobile Home Park By-law #19
WHEREAS members wish to provide for the orderly development of Mobile Home Parks in the municipality;
THEREFORE it is moved by W. Smith and seconded by F. Bower that proposed amendments to the Mobile Home Park By-Law concerning development of private roads and connection to the public sewer, within Mobile Home Parks, receive first reading.
Motion carried unanimously.
Proposed Amendments to Municipal Planning Strategy, Land Use By-law, Subdivision By-lawand Mobile Home Park By-law
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by A. Atkinson that the Public Participation Meeting required for amendments to the Municipal Planning Strategy, Land Use By-law, and Subdivision By-law in order to: (1) make definitions for sewer consistent with the Municipal Government Act; and, (2) make wording consistent for sanitary and sewer requirements for sanitary sewer specifications and amend the wording for sanitary sewer requirements for sanitary sewer specifications, be proceeded with by Council. The Public Participation Meeting is proposed to be held September 26, 2000 at 7:00 p.m., in the Conference Room, in the Administrative Centre, in Barrington.
Motion carried.
REQUEST - BEAR HUNTING
The Clerk reported that requests have been received from John Newell of Upper Port LaTour and Calvin Kaiser of Stoney Island for permission to hunt bear on municipal property.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by S. Stoddart that permission be granted to John Newell of Upper Port LaTour and Calvin Kaiser of Stoney Island to hunt bear on municipal property.
Motion carried.
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REQUEST FOR FUNDING - VARIOUS GROUPS
Evergreen Cemetery
The Evergreen Cemetery Club has requested financial assistance for maintenance of the cemetery and the Little Red School. Mrs. Mildred Blades has provided a list of their needs:
1. Replacement of porch and washroom windows.
2. Road to cemetery needs to be built up.
3. Inside of school needs painting and papering.
4. Stones of old graves need remounting and cleaning.
5. Roof of school is moss-covered.
Quotes totaling $3,972.03 were provided.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by W. Smith that $1,500.00 be granted to the Evergreen Cemetery Club from the Contingency Fund for that District to assist with repairs to the cemetery and Little Red School.
Motion carried.
BIRD WATCHING
Councillor Nickerson informed members that the South Shore Birders have requested that a couple of picnic tables be provided at Daniel's Head Beach and The Hawk Beach.
The Clerk informed Councillor Nickerson that picnic tables have already been placed at Daniel's Head Beach.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by W. Smith that two picnic tables be placed at The Hawk Beach.
Motion carried.
CURLING CLUB GRANT
The Clerk reported that the application submitted to the HRDC for workers on the curling club has been approved. Work is scheduled to begin on September 11, 2000 and the HRDC will be referring names.
Moved by S. Stoddart and seconded by W. Smith that the Hiring Committee meet at the end of the Recreation Committee Meeting, scheduled to be held on September 5, 2000, unless the list of names is too long to deal with that evening.
Motion carried.
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MISCELLANEOUS TENDERS - VARIOUS SERVICES
Tenders for the following services were received from the contractors indicated below:
Electrical Work
- Sou'West Electrical Limited
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by S. Stoddart that Sou'West Electrical Limited be awarded a one year contract for electrical services.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded W. Smith that the above motion be amended to state that the contract be awarded to Sou'West Electrical Limited, only if they provide the mark-up amount on materials, as requested in the tender documents.
Motion defeated.
The original motion was then put to a vote and carried.
Upon the request of two councillors the division was recorded:
FOR AGAINST
Angus Atkinson Fred Bower
Sterling Belliveau
Eddie Nickerson
Wayne Smith
Steven Stoddart
Snow Removal - Various Properties and Bay Side Home
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by A. Atkinson that D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for snow removal at various municipal properties, including Bay Side Home.
Motion carried unanimously.
Barrington Municipal Recreation Complex - Snow Removal & Salting
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by W. Smith that D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for looking after snow removal and salting at the Barrington Municipal Recreation Complex.
Motion carried unanimously.
Snow Removal - Cat Rock Drive
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
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Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded be F. Bower that D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for looking after snow removal at Cat Rock Drive.
Motion carried unanimously.
Sewer Lateral Installation
- Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by A. Atkinson that Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for looking after all sewer lateral installations.
Motion carried.
Municipal Landfill Site
- Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd.
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by S. Stoddart that D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for work at the Municipal Landfill.
Motion carried.
Miscellaneous Materials - Various Locations
- D. M. Snow Contracting Ltd.
- Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by W. Smith that Eugene Newell & Sons Construction Ltd. be awarded a one year contract for miscellaneous materials - various locations.
Motion carried unanimously.
Carpentry
No tenders were received for miscellaneous carpentry work.
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ADJOURNMENT
Moved by F. Bower and seconded by W. Smith that their being no further business to be dealt with that the meeting adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:28 p.m.