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THE VILLAGE OF BURK’S FALLS
COUNCIL MINUTES
The regular meeting of the Burk’s Falls council was held on Tuesday, May
26, 2009 at 7:00pm. Present were Reeve Cathy Still, Councillors Bruce
Campbell, Rex Smith, Ron Russell, Lewis Hodgson (8:15pm). Councillor Ron
Russell declared a conflict on the Ontario St. request.
Paul Sheets and Laura Murray from Branch 405 of the Royal Canadian
Legion were present to request a reduction in the general portion of
their property taxes. A by-law will be brought to the June meeting.
Fred Reynolds was present to request a realignment of the water easement
on Syples St. property that he is purchasing. Council is in favour of
the realignment provided all costs are borne by Mr. Reynolds.
Lorne Main from the Historical Society requested the use of the tent on
August 8, 2009 (Heritage Day at the Museum) and for as many Council
members as possible to attend. He also requested a financial donation
towards the Historical Society to assist with expenses at the Museum.
Norm Harkness was present to follow up on his April request. He would
like Council to proceed with the stop up close and sell Victoria St.
road allowance.
Village Foreman and Water-Wastewater Operator, Len Hall, was present to
give his report.
The following resolutions were passed:
2009-94
B. Campbell – Ron Russell
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls adopts the minutes from
the April 28, 2009 meeting as circulated.
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2009-95
Lewis Hodgson – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the proposed 2009
Landfill budget in the amount of $204,700.00 with Burk’s Falls share
being $61,410.00.
Recorded vote requested by Rex Smith:
Cathy Still yea
Bruce Campbell yea
Lewis Hodgson yea
Rex Smith nay
Ron Russell nay
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2009-96
Lewis Hodgson – Rex Smith
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the G8 Community
Project Summary as presented by the Armour, Ryerson, Burk’s Falls
Agricultural Society to replace the old Chicken Display Building.
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2009-97
Lewis Hodgson – Rex Smith
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the G8 Community
Project Summary as presented by the Armour, Ryerson, Burk’s Falls
Agricultural Society to erect a new Secretary’s office on the
Fairgrounds.
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2009-98
Lewis Hodgson – Rex Smith
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the G8 Community
Project Summary as presented by the Armour, Ryerson, Burk’s Falls
Agricultural Society to construct an outdoor snack booth and patio.
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2009-99
Lewis Hodgson – Rex Smtih
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the G8 Community
Project Summary as presented by the Armour, Ryerson, Burk’s Falls
Agricultural Society to construct an entrance gate and gatehouse to
Fairgrounds at west entrance.
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2009-100
Rex Smith – B. Campbell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application for
water service at 15 John Street as presented by Fred Reynolds.
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2009-101
Rex Smith – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application for
a driveway permit at 15 John Street as presented by Fred Reynolds.
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2009-102
Rex Smith – B. Campbell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application for
water service at 321 Syples St. as presented by Fred Reynolds.
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2009-103
Rex Smith – B. Campbell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application for
a driveway permit for 321 Syples St. as presented by Fred Reynolds.
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2009-104
Rex Smith – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application for
a driveway permit at 224 Queen Street as presented by Randy and Amanda
Zamaria.
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2009-105
Rex Smith – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application for
sewer service at 224 Queen Street as presented by Randy and Amanda
Zamaria.
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2009-106
Rex Smith – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application for
water service at 224 Queen Street as presented by Randy and Amanda
Zamaria.
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2009-107
Rex Smith – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls give a donation in the
amount of $500.00 to the Burk’s Falls and District Historical Society
for the year 2009.
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2009-108
B Campbell – Lewis Hodgson
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls accept the quote from Bray
Motors in the amount of $22,458.75 for the purchase of a new work truck.
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2009-109
B. Campbell – Lewis Hodgson
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls accept the quote from
Stinson Electrical Inc. in the amount of $895.00 plus GST to install two
new 10 horse power motor starters and overload blocks for the pump
motors in the North Pumping Station.
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2009-110
B. Campbell – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls agree to pay 30% of an
estimated $4000.00 for a building to be erected at the communication
tower in Ryerson Township provided there is a satisfactory easement
registered on title.
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2009-111
Lewis Hodgson – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application for
a raffle lottery as presented by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #405
provided all regulations are adhered to.
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2009-112
B. Campbell – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approves the application to
conduct a raffle lottery as presented by the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian
Church provided all regulations are adhered to.
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2009-113
Rex Smith – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approves the application to
conduct a bingo lottery and a raffle lottery as presented by the Armour
Ryerson Burk’s Falls Agricultural Society provided all regulations are
adhered to.
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2009-114
B. Campbell – Rex Smith
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls accept the 2009 budget as
presented by the Joint Building Committee.
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2009-115
B. Campbell – Rex Smith
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls agree to purchase a hole
sponsorship in the amount of $100.00 for the Near North Heritage Group
Annual Golf Tournament to be held on June 20, 2009.
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2009-116
Ron Russell – B. Campbell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls cancel our agreement with
Ontario Energy Savings L.P. as of July 31, 2009. Account numbers
11733541181182 and 11733681181199.
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2009-117
B. Campbell – Ron Russell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls renew the 9-1-1 Central
Emergency Reporting Bureau (CERB) Services Agreement between the Ontario
Provincial Police and the Corporation of the Village of Burk’s Falls for
a further 2 year term at an annual cost of $475.73.
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2009-118
Rex Smith – Ron Russell
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the Accounts
Payable as presented up to and including May 26, 2009 in the amount of
$104,244.73 and hereby authorize the Clerk/Treasurer to issue cheques
for same.
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2009-119
Lewis Hodgson – B. Campbell
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls have read the resolution
circulated by the City of Cornwall regarding the Provincial Harmonized
Sales Tax;
WHEREAS the Provincial Government has recently announced the
harmonization of the 5% GST and the 8% PST; and
WHEREAS, the Harmonized Sales Tax will negatively impact the
registration costs for minor sports by an increase in facility rental
fees and registration fees; and
WHEREAS these increased costs will prevent some youth from participating
in sporting activities; and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council for the Village of Burk’s
Falls send an appeal to the Provincial Government to exempt items
related to the rental of recreation facilities and registration fees for
minor sports to ensure that all youth are able to afford to participate;
and
THEREFORE we forward our support to the Premier of Ontario and the AMO
for their consideration.
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2009-120
Rex Smith – Lewis Hodgson
The Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls do now adjourn at 22:00
until the next regular meeting scheduled for June 23, 2009.
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Jarvis Osborne
Clerk/Treasurer
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