1. Disclosure Pecuniary of Interest: No disclosure of pecuniary of interest was made at this point.

2. Confirmation of Minutes of October 16th, 2007 Meeting:
   
   

   Moved by:	Patricia Bodick
   Seconded by:	Maurice Charbonneau	Motion #1

   
   That the minutes of the meeting held on October 16th, 2007 be adopted as circulated.
   
   

   Carried

3. Committees and Delegations: None in attendance.

4. Report of Committee:

   1. Larder Lake Ski Club The Clerk-Treasurer reported that the ski hill is being inspected by the public works department. It was also reported that the emergency door has been adjusted to close properly however each winter there will continue to be a considerable amount of shifting due to the frost and this will continue to cause problems in closing and securing the door. It was reported that John Plaunt will look after the inspection of the furnace in order to have the heat turned on. The Clerk-Treasurer advised that the trailer has not been moved to the location requested by the ski club as the public works department needs clarification as to what trailer is to be moved and where it is to be positioned.

   2. Youth Centre: Patricia Bodick reported that there was a public meeting held October 22, 2007 at the recreation centre regarding the continuation of the Youth Program that is held in the evening. She reported that attendance to the meeting was poor with only three individuals attending. A survey regarding the age groups that might be interested in attending the program as well as the invitation to submit suggestions to improve or enhance the program is being distributed to families with children eligible to attend the program. Another meeting will be held November 5th, 2007 at 7:00PM at the recreation center. It was decided that should there be a continued lack of interest the program will be most likely discontinued.

   3. Raven Beach Park: Maurice Charbonneau reported that John Plaunt will go and pick up the lawn tractor and the push lawnmower. John intends to examine the pieces of equipment to determine whether they are useable for future years. The Clerk-Treasurer reported that Rick Vachon has confirmed that he will be cleaning up and removing the debris that is lying around the office building. The Clerk-Treasurer also reported that the numbered signs have been ordered to label the lots.

   4. Larder Lake Fire Department: Ron Jacques presented his quarterly report to council. He reported that the demonstration during the 100th Anniversary using the smoke house was a great success not only with the training that was made available for the members of the fire department but because of the high number of private citizens who toured the house. He reported that some new safety equipment was purchased and that the new emergency vehicle that was donated from DTSSAB is just about ready for service. He said that he would like to investigate the possibility for training to be held at the college. Mr. Jacques also questioned whether the Bayview Apartments are authorized to install the fence that blocks the entrance on Lakeshore as he is concerned about access to the properties should there be a fire.
      Discussion also took place with regard to the Annual Children’s Christmas Party. The fire department is willing to continue to host the party and make the arrangements for the entertainment and food; however, they are not receiving the financial support from the other service clubs that they have received in the past. Council has agreed to a one time advance of funds necessary to hold the 2007 Christmas Party and letters would be sent from the township to the service clubs requesting that a donation be made to support this event.

      Motion of council authorizing the advance of funds to the Larder Lake Fire Department for the 2007 Christmas Party.
      

      Moved by:	Maurice Charbonneau
      Seconded by:	Patricia Bodick	Motion #1b

      
      That council agrees to advance the funds necessary to hold the 2007 Children’s Christmas Party that is to be hosted by the Larder Lake Fire Department and that letters requesting financial assistance will be sent to the various service clubs of the township.

      Carried

5. Communications and Letters:

   1. Kevin Crema – Request that the Township provide water service to his property on Second Avenue.
      The letter from Mr. Crema was read by council. Reeve, John Roddick advised Mr. Crema that it is not feasible at this time to provide water service to his property on Second Avenue since the present line is not suitable to supply water to his property without substantial upgrades being required. Other factors that affected the decision were the ground conditions and the financial cost that would be incurred to provide the service. Mr. Crema was advised that it would be more cost efficient for him to service his property with a well.

6. Unfinished Business:

   1. Update on Application of Consent (second) submitted by Marie Cliche.

      The Clerk-Treasurer advised council that the letters to the property owners adjacent to the property to be severed need to be sent out.

   2. Update on Application of Consent for Richard William Young and David Raymond Boucher.

      The Clerk-Treasurer advised council that she addressed some of the concerns that were stated by the resident who is objecting to the application for consent but she has not heard anything further from this resident. She reported that an email has been sent to the individual inquiring as to whether the answers to their questions were sufficient to lift the objection.

   3. Agreement between Stephanie Osgerby-Bishop and The Township of Larder Lake to operate a bakery and catering service in the Larder Lake Recreation Centre.

      Ms. Osgerby-Biship was to attend the office of the clerk-treasurer to sign the final agreement once she had an opportunity to read the draft agreement. The Clerk-Treasurer reported that she has not heard from Ms. Osgerby-Bishop. Ms. Osgerby-Bishop did not attend the council meeting.

   4. Recycling proposal from Gilles Levesque:

      Council reviewed the proposal from Mr. Levesque that was emailed to the township office and they agreed that there were a number of questions left unanswered before the proposal could be accepted. Council agreed that they would submit their questions to the Clerk-Treasurer to be forwarded to Mr. Levesque. Mr. Levesque would then be invited to attend a council meeting to further discuss his proposal.

   5. To pass a motion confirming that the employment agreement for the Clerk-Treasurer is complete as stated and all conditions have been met.

      Moved by:	Maurice Charbonneau
      Seconded by:	Patricia Bodick	Motion #2

      
      That council hereby confirms that the Clerk-Treasurer has successfully completed her 6 month period of probation and the terms of employment have been completed as per the hiring letter dated February 12th, 2007

      Carried

7. New Business:

   1. Discussion regarding the feasibility of purchasing the former Larder Lake Public School.
      Council discussed the feasibility of purchasing the former Larder Lake Public School. There are two main areas of concern. One is regarding the condition of the roof as there have been some areas of leakage and the other concern is the degree to which the building is insulated if at all. They believe that the building structure is strong. They decided they need to consider weighing the benefits of purchasing the building as a potential land investment over the costs of insurance and utilities while the feasibility project is being completed. It was decided that the decision as to whether the township should go forward with the purchase should be left until

   2. Set date for the next Council meeting.

      The next Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 13th , 2007.

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

   Moved by:	Patricia Bodick
   Seconded by:	Maurice Charbonneau	Motion #3

   
   That By-law No. 1176-07 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council is given 1st and 2nd reading.

   Carried

    

   Moved by:	Patricia Bodick
   Seconded by:	Maurice Charbonneau	Motion #4

   
   That By-law 1176-07 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council is given 3rd and final reading and passed.

   Carried

9. Adjourn Meeting:

   Moved by:	Maurice Charbonneau
   Seconded by:	Patricia Bodick	Motion #5

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

   Carried

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