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, February 27, 2002.
The meeting was called to order by the Warden at 7:00 p.m. with the
following members present:
- Warden Sterling Belliveau
- Deputy Warden Eddie Nickerson
- Councillor Angus Atkinson
- Councillor Fred Bower
- Councillor Louise Halliday
- Councillor Dwayne Hunt
- Councillor Wayne Smith
- Brian Holland, Municipal Clerk
- Lesa Rossetti, Deputy Clerk
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
It was agreed that the following items be added to the agenda:
- Clark's Harbour Sewer Proposal - Closed Session
- Interview Robert Crowell - Re: Illegal Dumping (7:15 p.m.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by D. Hunt that minutes of the Regular
Council Meeting held February 13, 2002, and the Emergency Council
Meeting held February 25, 2002, be approved as circulated.
Motion carried.
INTERVIEW ROBERT CROWELL - ILLEGAL DUMPING
Mr. Robert Crowell of Oak Park appeared before the meeting and informed
members that illegal dumping was taking place along the 103
By-pass. Illegal dumping is taking place at the rear of his
property and at least three (3) other properties in that area. On
his property someone has deposited a washer, dryer, fridge and
household garbage. He has obtained a name from the waste left
behind and has been in conversation with the R.C.M.P. The
R.C.M.P. are currently investigating the matter.
During discussion it was revealed by Mr. Crowell that he feels that
access is being gained through the pit.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by D. Hunt that the R.C.M.P. be asked
for an update on their investigation dealing with illegal dumping
taking place on the 103 By-pass .
Motion carried.
Page 2, Regular Meeting of Council Meeting, February 27, 2002
CORRESPONDENCE
Marine Resource Centre
It was reported that a response has been received from the Town of
Clark's Harbour which advised that the Town Council has passed a motion
in support of having the Marine Resource Centre located in Western
Shelburne County.
It was also reported that a letter has been received from the Town of
Lockeport which advised that they wish to support the establishment of
a Marine Centre of Excellence in a location somewhere within either
Shelburne or Yarmouth counties. The exact location is to be
determined at a later date.
Kids Fair Play Fun
It was reported that correspondence has been received which thanked
Council for their support of the Kids Fair Play Fun in the past and
requested a donation of $200.00 for the 2002/2003 budget year.
Moved by D. Hunt and seconded by L. Halliday that the request received
for funding of the Kids Fair Play Fun be referred to the budget process.
Motion carried.
Canadian Liver Foundation Dinner and Silent Auction
It was reported that information has been received from the Canadian
Liver Foundation requesting a financial contribution to assist with a
dinner and silent auction.
No action was taken on this request.
Cape Sable Island Causeway
It was reported that a letter has been received from the Town of
Clark's Harbour requesting the support of the Municipal Council, by
writing a letter to the Department of Transportation, requesting that
they place additional armor rock on the western side of the Causeway,
as reinforcement against future storms.
Moved by D. Hunt and seconded by A. Atkinson that a request be
forwarded to the Department of Transportation asking that armor stone
be placed on the western side of the Causeway as reinforcement against
future storms.
Motion defeated.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by F. Bower that the request from
the Town of Clark's Harbour be forwarded to the Public Works Committee
for further discussion.
Motion carried.
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2002/2003 R.C.M.P. Service Costs
It was reported that information has been received from the Department
of Justice advising that the 2002/03 R.C.M.P. cost estimates have
equated to an increase in the per capita rate from $83,979.00 to
$90,543.00. This represents an increase of 7.8%.
Necessary Communication Facilities
It was reported that correspondence has now been received from the
E.M.O. Coordinator advising that it is his opinion that most emergency
situations can be handled with the present phone system, and a good VHF
radio system with battery backup power. This correspondence was
provided for information purposes only.
H.S.T. Offset Payments
It was reported that correspondence has been received from the Union of
Nova Scotia Municipalities which advised that the Municipality's 2002
H.S.T. Offset Payment will be $14,493.28. Last year's payment was
$15,489.31.
REPORT OF WARDEN
The Warden provided information on his activities since the last
council meeting.
During his report he informed members that Anne Smith from the Roseway
Hospital Charitable Foundation will be serving on the Community Health
Care Advisory Committee. Robert Legere will be acting as her
alternate.
COMMITTEE AND BOARD REPORTS
Finance and Administration Committee
Policy #18 "Fire Department Funding"
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by E. Nickerson that notice be given
that Council will consider amendments to Policy #18 "Fire Department
Funding" at their next meeting.
Motion carried.
Waste Check
Transportation Equalization Payments
It was reported that transportation equalization payments have not been
paid since November 2001. These payments were put in place to
encourage all units in the region to support the Composting Facility in
Yarmouth. Question was raised as to why payments have been
stopped by Waste Check.
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Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by D. Hunt that Waste Check account
for Transportation Equalization Payments being stopped, be requested to
advise when the previous arrangement was reviewed, and request a copy
of the motion.
Motion carried.
Diversion Credits
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by W. Smith that Waste Check be
requested to forward Diversion Credits to the Municipality within
thirty (30) days.
Motion carried.
The Warden advised that he has been unofficially informed that the
matter of Diversion Credits will be considered by Waste Check at the
next meeting.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by A. Atkinson that the Municipal
Clerk contact Waste Check to determine when their next meeting is
scheduled to be held, and that representatives from the Municipal
Council attend the meeting during discussion of Diversion Credits.
Motion carried.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by D. Hunt that the Warden attend the
meeting of Waste Check when Diversion Credits are being discussed, and
if he is unable to attend that the Deputy Warden attend in his place.
Motion carried.
Militia Island
It was reported that a letter has been received from Judith Ryan in
which she proposes that she and the Municipality, being co-owners of 7
½ undivided shares of Militia Island, put the property up for
sale. She is suggesting that as co-owners she and the
Municipality will share equally in the expenses and sale
proceeds.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by D. Hunt that a letter be sent to
Ms. Judith Ryan explaining the Municipality's interest in selling their
share of property on Militia Island.
Motion carried.
Request from Rebekah Brannen
Correspondence has been received from Rebekah Brannen requesting
financial assistance from Council to help further her education.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by W. Smith that the Municipality
send 100 municipal pins and a letter of explanation to Rebekah Brannen.
Motion carried.
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Tax Sale Properties
Conflict of Interest
Councillor Wayne Smith declared conflict of interest and retired to the
gallery since Beatrice Nickerson is related to him.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by D. Hunt that Beatrice Nickerson be
informed by the Municipality that she can buy her property from the
Municipality within sixty (60) days, at a cost of the total taxes and
expenses outstanding. If the property is not purchased, by her,
the Municipality will take action to remove her mobile home and take
full possession of the vacant property.
Motion carried.
Councillor Smith then returned to his chair.
Fees and Expenses
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by E. Nickerson that consideration of
the Schedule of Fees and Expenses paid to municipal employees and
councillors, be deferred for consideration during the budget process.
Motion carried.
Pasture Lease
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by D. Hunt that the pasture lease
with Mr. Ray Harris, for property at The Neck in Brass Hill, be
extended for another five (5) years.
Motion carried.
Annual Increments
Luella Belliveau
Conflict of Interest
Warden Sterling Belliveau declared conflict of interest and vacated his
seat. Luella Belliveau is Warden Belliveau's wife.
The chair was turned over to the Deputy Warden.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by W. Smith that Luella Belliveau
having completed another year of service in the employ of the
Municipality, as Accountant, and having received a satisfactory
performance evaluation, be approved to receive her annual increment.
Motion carried.
The Warden then returned to the table and resumed the chair.
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Michelle DeSantis
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by W. Smith that Michelle DeSantis
having completed another year of service to the Municipality, in the
position of Tax Clerk, and having received a satisfactory performance
evaluation, receive her annual increment.
Motion carried.
Sharon Brannen
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by F. Bower that Sharon Brannen
having completed another year of service to the Municipality, as
Secretary, and having received a satisfactory performance evaluation,
receive her annual increment.
Motion carried.
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by F. Bower that the Municipality
review the job description and pay scale for the position of secretary.
Motion carried.
S.E.M.A.C.A. Conference
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by D. Hunt that the Municipality pay
for two (2) nights accommodations for the Warden, in Yarmouth, during
the S.E.M.A.C.A. Conference.
Motion carried.
South West Shore Development Authority
Councillor Halliday reported on a meeting she recently attended of the
South West Shore Development Authority. She informed members that
she had copies of financial statements to January 30, 2002, project
reports, staff reports and information on onshore and offshore
petroleum. Information will be forwarded to the Clerk and anyone
wishing a copy may request it from the office.
Roseway Hospital Charitable Foundation
Moved by A. Atkinson and seconded by W. Smith that the Municipality
sign the agreement with Roseway Hospital Charitable Foundation as
amended in paragraphs 3 and 4.
Motion carried.
Community Health Care Advisory Committee
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by D. Hunt that the Municipality
include up to $25,000.00 in its 2002/2003 budget in order to hire
consultants to draft plans for future development of the Community
Health Centre.
Much discussion took place regarding this motion.
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The Warden turned the Chair over to the Deputy Warden in order that he
may speak on the motion.
After expressing his concerns he resumed the Chair.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by F. Bower that the above motion be
referred to the budget process for consideration.
Motion carried.
Planning Advisory Committee Meeting
Proposed Amendments to the Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use
By-Law Re: Tourist Accommodations in the Rural Centre and Rural
Development
Zones
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by D. Hunt that Council approve of
amendments in first reading to the Municipal Planning Strategy and Land
Use By-Law dealing with tourist accommodations in the Rural Development
Zone, as well as amendments in the Commercial General and Residential
Zones dealing with lounges, taverns and cabarets as accessory uses in
hotels and motels.
Motion carried.
A Public Hearing dealing with these amendments will be held at a future
meeting of Council.
PARTICIPATION IN PROGRAMS BY CHALLENGED CHILDREN POLICY
Notice was given at the last meeting of Council that approval of the
proposed policy "Participation in Programs by Challenged Children"
would be considered tonight.
Moved by D. Hunt and seconded by L. Halliday that the proposed policy
"Participation in Programs by Challenged Children" be approved.
Motion carried.
LEGAL SERVICES
The Clerk reported that the current tender for legal services is to
expire May 31, 2002. An advertisement has been placed in the
Coast Guard Newspaper requesting proposals for provision of legal
services, for the period June 1, 2002 to May 31, 2005. Only one
(1) proposal was received and that was from Donald G. Harding,
Barrister Solicitor.
Moved by D. Hunt and seconded by E. Nickerson that the tender for legal
services be awarded to Donald G. Harding, Barrister Solicitor for the
period June 1, 2002 to March 31, 2005.
Motion carried.
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PROCEDURE OF STANDING TO SPEAK
At the Council Meeting held February 28, 2001 a motion was passed that
the procedure of standing to speak be reviewed after a one year
period. It is now time to review that procedure.
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Moved by F. Bower and seconded by L. Halliday that the Municipal
Council continue with the procedure of standing to speak.
Motion carried.
P.A.C. MEMBERSHIP
It was reported that membership of Non-Council Members serving on the
Planning Advisory Committee is to expire on March 30, 2002. An
advertisement has been placed in the Coast Guard Newspaper requesting
applications from interested individuals wishing to serve on this
committee. Three (3) applications have been received. They
were from the following: A. Roy Quinlan, Richard A.D. Nickerson and
Larry Stewart.
It was the decision of members that membership selection be carried out
by secret ballot.
The two (2) applicants receiving the majority of votes were Larry
Stewart and A. Roy Quinlan.
Moved by W. Smith and seconded by D. Hunt that Larry Stewart and A. Roy
Quinlan be appointed to serve as members on the Planning Advisory
Committee for a two (2) year term, effective April 1, 2002.
Motion carried.
CLOSED SESSION OF COUNCIL
At 8:56 p.m. it was agreed that a Closed Session of Council be held to
discuss the C.S.I. Sewer.
The regular Council Meeting was called back to order at 9:15 p.m.
C.S.I. SEWER
It was reported that a proposal was forwarded to the Town of Clark's
Harbour on February 14, 2002 regarding the Clark's Harbour Sewage
Collection and Treatment System. The proposal was for the
transfer of ownership, upgrading and operation of the sewage collection
and treatment systems in Clark's Harbour. A response to our
proposal has now been received which advised that the Town Council will
not relinquish the Town's ownership of any assets pertaining to the
Sewage Treatment Plant or the Collection System. The Town will
not increase the amount of the sewer fee that is charged to properties
in the Town which are connected to the sewer system. The Town is
requesting that a more realistic proposal be submitted by the
Municipality.
Much discussion took place regarding this matter.
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Moved by W. Smith that the Municipality proceed to provide sewer
services on Cape Sable Island and have no further negotiations with the
Town of Clark's Harbour for the use of their systems.
There being no seconder the motion was declared lost.
Moved by E. Nickerson and seconded by L. Halliday that the Municipality
contact the Town of Clark's Harbour and ask what it would cost the
Municipality of Barrington to connect the adjacent communities of, The
Hawk, Lower Clark's Harbour, South Side and a portion of Newellton to
their public sewer system, and that the Town be requested to reply not
later than March 12, 2002.
Motion carried.
Moved by D. Hunt and seconded by E. Nickerson that the proposal to the
Town, contained in our letter dated February 14, 2002, and the response
received from the Town of Clark's Harbour, be public information.
Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by F. Bower that the meeting adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m.