Disclosure Pecuniary of Interest: No disclosure of pecuniary of interest was made.

Confirmation of Minutes of May 1st, 2007 Meeting:

Moved by:	Maurice Charbonneau
Seconded by:	Tommy Owens	Motion #1

That the minutes of the meeting held on May 1st, 2007 be adopted as circulated.

Passing of Accounts:

Moved by:	Tommy Owens
Seconded by:	Maurice Charbonneau	Motion # 2

That the accounts for the period ending the 30th, day of April 2007 be as follows:

Ending April 30th, 2007

Committees and Delegations:

Report of Committee:

1. Raven Beach Park: It was reported that the present lawn tractor that is used at Raven Beach Park was in a serious state of disrepair and it was recommended that it be replaced. It was suggested that the new lawn tractor would also be useful for cutting other areas of lawn on township properties.

   Purchase of a new John Deere Lawn Tractor

   Moved by:	Tommy Owens
   Seconded by:	Patricia Bodick	Motion #3

   
   That Council hereby passes a motion to purchase a John Deere lawn tractor (23HP, 48” deck) for the sum of $3,453.06 including delivery and taxes from Agnor Ltd. for use at Raven Beach Park and on township properties.
   
   

   Carried

2. Regarding the improvements made on town property. It was suggested that approximately 20 cedar trees approximately 4’ tall be purchased and planted in a variety to locations to beautify the township.

3. Patricia Bodick reported that Stephanie Weeks will be leaving her position in the upcoming weeks. Patricia questioned whether there would be a need to replace Stephanie for the summer months and whether the Youth Centre was to remain open for those months. It was suggested that the possibility of using a summer student to fill this position should be discussed with the Clerk-Treasurer be held if there was a need for the centre to be open.

Unfinished Business:

1. A motion was passed that Council enters into a partnership with the Annual Aboriginal Festival Committee to show their support for the festival.A motion was passed that Council enters into a partnership with the Annual Aboriginal Festival Committee to show their support for the festival.Clerk-Treasurer reported that meetings with the Ontario Provincial Police and the Ministry of Natural Resources can be set up for a time that is convenient for Council. Maurice Charbonneau is to forward a copy of his schedule for the Clerk-Treasurer can refer to arrange a meeting time. The MNR suggested that a meeting in the fall be set to discuss the 2008 Forest Fire Agreement.

   Maurice Charbonneau is to meet with Dave King of the OPP regarding the proposed Jake-Brake By-law as well as speed limits to be increased on Highway 66.

   Concerns that were brought to Council regarding the current speed limit on Second Avenue as well as the condition of the street. It was suggested by the entire council that the speed limit on Second Avenue be reduced. It was suggested that a request be made to the OPP for an increased presence of officers on the street.

2. A motion was passed that Council enters into a partnership with the Annual Aboriginal Festival Committee to show their support for the festival.

   Moved by:	Tommy Owens
   Seconded by:	Patricia Bodick	Motion #4

   
   That Council hereby passes a motion to enter into a partnership with the Annual Aboriginal Festival Committee to show the Township of Larder Lake’s support for the festival
   
   

   Carried

3. To review the Application for Consent to Sever previously submitted to council by Marie Cliché.

   Council instructed the Clerk-Treasurer to send a letter to Marie Cliché refusing her request based on the grounds that the stipulations of previous Consent to Sever have not been adhered to.

4. To pass a motion to send a registered letter to Mr. & Mrs. Richard Nash of 17 Second Avenue, Larder Lake that they will not be allowed to position the portable basketball net on the street in front of their home as it is causing a safety hazard to all of the children in the neighborhood due to the increased traffic going to and from the Raven Beach Park.

   Moved by:	Tommy Owens
   Seconded by:	Patricia Bodick	Motion #5

   
   That Council hereby passes a motion to send a letter by registered mail to Mr. & Mrs. Richard Nash of 17 Second Avenue, Larder Lake stating that they will not be allowed to position the portable basketball net on the street in front of their home as it is causing a safety hazard to all of the children in the neighborhood due to the increased traffic going to and from Raven Beach Park.
   
   

   Carried

5. Request of Mr. Don Lavigne and Mr. Noel Labbe to purchase the laneway running between Highway 66 and Second Avenue.

   The council questioned as to whether the township had a reason not to sell the laneway to the interested individuals. Council voted in favor of selling the laneway to the interested parties and that a price per square foot would be set once all of the information regarding the area in questioned was obtained.

New Business:

1. Request from Diane Sullivan to purchase or lease the strip of land parallel to the East boundary of their property for recreational use, i.e. plant trees, picnic table, fencing, storage shed, etc.

   John Roddick reported that no decision can be made regarding this piece of property until the location of the pins is determined. He also advised council that Ted Dolhy has the documentation supporting his claim that he has leased the property. Council advised Bruce Dudgeon that a further investigation of this issue would take place and a decision regarding his and Diane Sullivan’s request would be made a later date.

2. Set date for the next Council meeting

   The next Council meeting will be held on Tuesday June 5th, 2007.

3. To pass By-law to Confirm the Proceeding of Council.

   Moved by:	Maurice Charbonneau
   Seconded by:	Patricia Bodick	Motion #6

   
   That By-law No. 1160-07 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council is given 1st and 2nd reading.

   Carried

    

   Moved by:	Maurice Charbonneau
   Seconded by:	Patricia Bodick	Motion #7

   
   That By-law 1160-07 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council is given 3rd and final reading and passed.

   Carried

Adjourn Meeting:

Moved by:	Tommy Owens
Seconded by:	Patricia Bodick	Motion #8

That since there is no further business that this meeting now be adjourned.

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