THE VILLAGE OF BURK’S FALLS
COUNCIL MINUTES

The regular meeting of the Burk’s Falls Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday September 23, 2003. Present were Reeve Joe Van Gaal, Councilors Cathy Still, Bruce Campbell, Alex Millar and Rex Smith arrived at 7:20 p.m.

Norma Jenkins, President of Br. 405 RCL was present to ask for a property tax rebate for the Legion that has been approved by Council in prior years.

John Atkinson, By-law Enforcement Officer was present to give his report.

Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Richardson were present to discuss a proposal with Council. Their concerns were with water and sewer services and with floodplain issues. They were asked to speak with the C.B.O.- Fred Johnson and to call M.N.R. to get their opinions and concerns dealing with the proposal.

The Official Plan Amendment # 2 was discussed at this meeting. This was further to the July 24, 2003 meeting with Doug Clute. Council is in approval with the amendment and are in favour of proceeding with it. A public meeting will be advertised for October 28, 2003 to discuss this amendment which will incorporate the groundwater protection policies as determined by the Harden Environmental Groundwater Study into the Village’s Official Plan.

The following Resolutions were passed:
Cathy Still - B. Campbell
That we adopt the Minutes of the August 19, 2003 meeting as circulated and the September 9, 2003 Special meeting as read.

Alex Millar - Cathy Still:
That we have no objections to the Vic Fell Memorial Legion Branch 405 closing Ontario Street (Hwy. 520) from the Fire Hall to Yonge Street and Yonge Street from Ontario Street (Hwy. 520) to Centre Street on November 11, 2003 for the annual Remembrance Day Parade from 10:45 am to 11:30 am provided the OPP, Burk’s Falls & District Firefighters and Ambulance base have been notified to redirect traffic.

Alex Millar - Cathy Still:
That we accept the Tender for Municipal Insurance policies from Stan Darling Ltd. as presented in the amount of $ 33,835.00 for 2003-2004 year plus taxes.

Rex Smith - Cathy Still:
That we accept winter maintenance tender from Whitmell’s:
Grader & Operator for snowploughing street $ 69.55
Loader at Stockpile and truck with sander and operator $ 52.43
Supply truck and operator for hauling and removing snow $ 48.15
All above prices include GST.


Alex Millar - B. Campbell:
That we approve the application to conduct a raffle lottery as presented by the Burk’s Falls Figure Skating Club provided all regulations are adhered to.

Rex Smith- Cathy Still:
That we purchase an ad in the Almaguin Highlands Secondary School year book in the amount of $ 80.00.

Rex Smith - Cathy Still:
That we have read the Standpipe Inspection Report Presented by Watech Services Inc.;
And that we approve the recommendations outlined in their report;
And that we authorize Watech Services Inc. to proceed with the supply and installation of fall arrest system in the amount of $3,500.00 and to repair the concrete base in the amount of $ 900.00.

Alex Millar - B. Campbell:
That Whereas the generation of solid waste and the needless waste of water and energy resources are recognized as global environment problems; and
Whereas municipal government have an important role to play in promoting waste reduction, reuse, recycling, composting and other conservative measures; and
Whereas communities, businesses and organizations across Canada have committed to working together to raise awareness of these issues during Waste Reduction Week in Canada. The Village of Burk’s Falls hereby proclaims October 20 - 26, 2003 as Waste Reduction Week and encourages all to participate in Waste reduction.

Alex Millar - B. Campbell:
That the following members of Council will attend the District of Parry Sound Municipal Association meeting on October 6, 2003 in the Township of Nipissing and that we authorize the Clerk to issue cheques for payment of these members.
1. Cathy Still
2. Jarvis Osborne.

B. Campbell - Alex Millar:
That we have read and approve By-law 20-2003 being a Municipal Alcohol Policy for the Village of Burk’s Falls and jointly operated facilities;
And that we authorize the Reeve and the Clerk to sign this by-law and affix the seal of the Corporation thereto. Policy to take effect January 01, 2004.

Cathy Still - B. Campbell:
That we have read and approve By-Law 22-2003 being a by-law to grant an exemption to the Vic Fell Memorial Legion on a per centage of the general portion of the 2003 taxation charge.
And that we authorize the Reeve and the Clerk to sign this by law and affix the Seal of the Corporation thereto.

Cathy Still - Alex Millar:
That we have read and approve By-Law 23-2003 being a by-law to adopt a Municipal Accessibility Plan. And that we authorize the Reeve and the Clerk to sign this by-law and affix the seal of the Corporation thereto.

B. Campbell - Cathy Still:
That we have read and approve By-law 24-2003 being a by-law to enter into a Lease Agreement with the Township of Perry for the use of the Almaguin Highlands Information Centre Building; And that we authorize the Reeve and the Clerk to sign this by-law and affix the seal of the Corporation thereto.

Rex Smith - Cathy Still:
That we have read and approve By-law No. 25-2003 being a by-law to establish one or more dat4s for an advance vote.
And that we authorize the Reeve and the Clerk to sign this by-law and affix the seal of the Corporation thereto.

Alex Millar - Rex Smith:
That the Village of Burk’s Falls recommends that effective January 1, 2004 ALL municipal Boards (Fire, Tri R, Arena, Library) whose make up comprises of the Reeve and one elected councilor from each of the partner municipalities (Armour, Ryerson and Burk’s Falls) appoint chairpersons from their municipal make up.

Rex Smith - Cathy Still:
That we accept the accounts p0ayable as presented up to and including September 23, 2003 in the amount of $ 139,997.63 and hereby authorize the Clerk/Treasurer to issue cheques for same.

B. Campbell - Cathy Still:
That we do now adjourn at 9:45 p.m. until the next regular meeting of Council on October 28, 2003.


Jarvis W. Osborne
Clerk/Treasurer