MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWNSHIP OF
LARDER LAKE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
TUESDAY, September 4th, 2007
| Reeve: | John Roddick |
| Councillors:
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Richard MacPhail Patricia Bodick Maurice Charbonneau Tommy Owens |
Disclosure Pecuniary of Interest: No disclosure of pecuniary of interest was made.
Confirmation of Minutes of August 14th, 2007 Meeting:
| Moved by: | Maurice Charbonneau | |
| Seconded by: | Richard MacPhail | Motion #1 |
Confirmation of Accounts:
| Moved by: | Richard MacPhail | |
| Seconded by: | Maurice Charbonneau | Motion # 2 |
Committees and Delegations: None in attendance.
Report of Committee:
Youth Centre: Patricia Bodick reported that there have been two applicants have been received for the position of Youth Coordinator and a decision as to who will be hired will be made in the near future.
Parks & Gardens: Patricia Bodick reported that a group of local individuals who are interested in forming a Horticultural Group have expressed their interest to volunteer their time to assist in the planting of the township gardens. She also reported that there is a tree on Godfrey Street in need of pruning.
Jo-Ann Thompson – 100th Anniversary Financial Report: Jo-Ann was pleased to report that the 100th Anniversary was a huge success. She thanked John and Cecile Roddick for all of their assistance both in preparing for the celebration and during the two weeks of festivities. She presented a financial statement to the clerk-treasurer and reported that the inventory of goods that were sold during the anniversary will be turned over to the township for sale. Jo-Ann also reported that the township has been repaid the advance of funding that was required to purchase the supplies to make the Anniversary wine and that the individuals of the Anniversary Committee funded the entire product and distributed. She reported that there is approximately $10,492.02 of profit and that the committee is requesting that it be placed into a GIC until it is decided what project the Anniversary Committee would like to fund. Council reminded The Anniversary Committee that they were a committee of council and that the decision regarding the donations to be made should be submitted to council for their approval. Jo-Ann also reported that the Anniversary Committee will resign from its position once all of the lose ends are finalized and the decision as to where the surplus from the fund raising will be distributed.
Councilor Richard MacPhail thanked Jo-Ann and her committee for all of their hard work and the success of the two-week celebration. Reeve John Roddick on behalf of the entire council and township thanked Jo-Ann and the Anniversary Committee for their efforts.
Bruce Green- Animal Control: Councilor Patricia Bodick questioned Mr. Green with regard to the number of dogs being picked up and if fines were issued to the owners. Mr. Green replied yes to both questions. There has been no need to issue any fines at this point. Mr. Green was also asked how many licenses have been issued. Mr. Green replied that the office staff would have record of that number. Discussion took place regarding a number of other issues regarding animal control such as the problems with cats running freely, problems with dogs at the beach and the problems of other animals running freely such as raccoons. Mr. Green reported that he traps an animal that he receives a complaint about. Suggestions were put forward regarding better signage at the beach, the possibility of preparing a form that would be completed when fines are issued to pet owners and that a set of rules outlining the responsibilities and duties of the Animal Control Officer be drafted and then provided to the individual in that position.
Communications and Letters:
Our Lade of the Lake Parish – Finance Chair, Denis Vachon:
Request for a refund of taxes for the Our Lady of the Lake Parish Rectory.
All council agreed that the parish should receive a refund for taxes since there is no priest
or nun using the facility at this time. The Clerk-Treasurer will prepare a motion for next council
meeting authorizing the refund.
Our Lady of the Lake Bazaar Coordinator:
Request for a donation from the township for the annual bazaar.
All council agreed to provide a donation for the church bazaar.
Reeve John Roddick pointed out that in the fairness of all residents of the township,
council should be careful as to who should receive a donation and what should be donated
since not all individuals participate in the activities that are hosted within the township.
Ontario 9-1-1 Advisory Board:
Request for Financial Assistance.
The information provided did not satisfy questions that the council had regarding the advisory board
or its purpose of this request. Patricia Bodick volunteered to seek additional information
before any decision would be made.
McGarry Curling Club:
Letter of Gratitude from the McGarry Curling Club for the support that the Township
of Larder Lake gave to their fundraiser that was held July 5th, 2007during the 100th Anniversary.
The council accepted the letter of thanks.
Letter from Sid Ryan, president of CUPE Ontario,
requesting council’s endorsement of October 24th, 2007 being declared
Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day:
It was agreed to endorse the request and the Clerk-Treasurer will prepare a
motion to be passed at the next council meeting.
Suggestion received from Francine Blais that a
“Children at Play” sign be posted in the McDonald Street area:
Ms. Blais retracted her suggestion after discussion once it was determined that the problem
is due to a few specific individuals driving in the area.
It was suggested that the police be contacted to report the individuals
who are speeding through the area.
Letter from Cinefest requesting authorization from the township
to distribute TV Bingo in the area.
| Moved by: | Tommy Owens | |
| Seconded by: | Patricia Bodick | Motion #3 |
Letter from the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 293
requesting a refund on their 2007 tax payment.
Council agreed that request can be granted and the Clerk-Treasurer
will prepare a motion to be presented at the next council meeting.
Unfinished Business:
Update on Application for Consent to Sever submitted by Marie Cliche.-
Tommy Owens declared a disclosure of Pecuniary Interest regarding this issue.
A statement was read by the Clerk-Treasurer indicating that the all issues have been resolved
regarding the first Application for Consent and Mrs. Cliché is now authorized by the township
to proceed with her subsequent application.
Reeve John Roddick also read a statement indicating the township’s position
on the issues that were raised regarding the Applications for Consent by Mrs. Cliché.
He stated that the township is satisfied with the applications and that any outstanding issues
regarding the properties are with the individuals concerned and not matters for council to decide.
Update on the Bearwise Program
The Clerk-Treasurer reported that the Ministry of Natural Resources
has approved funding in the amount of $20,000 for the installation of an electric fence
and the purchase of bear-proof garbage containers to be used within the township.
New Business:
Presentation of a proposal from Robin Amyot owner of Bearbones Outfitting
to provide a service to the township.
Mr. Amyot presented to council a proposal to deter bears from the township dump
and to assist in the removal of nuisance bears.
His service will cover a seven-month period for the cost of $15,000.
Council agreed that they would review the information and advise Mr. Amyot of their decision.
Letter from Matthias Ehmann requesting to purchase Lot #279 or
as an alternative to be given permission for use of the lot to access his property.
Council agreed to discuss ways of allowing access to Mr. Ehmann’s property and to take
into consideration his offer to purchase the lot.
Letter from Stephanie Osgerby-Bishop requesting permission to
operate her bakery and catering service out of the Larder Lake Recreation Centre
three days a week.
Ms Osgerby-Bishop presented to council her business concept regarding her bakery
and catering business. Discussion took place regarding the possibility to
distribute “Meals on Wheels” to shut-ins.
Council agreed that they would consider the request and advise Ms Osgerby-Bishop of their decision.
Proposal from Gilles Levesque of G & G Recycling
Mr. Levesque presented to council a proposal for the implementation of a “Blue Box” program,
for the collection of waste material to be recycled and the operation of the township’s dump.
Council agreed that more information regarding costs should be gathered on this subject
and at that time further discussion would take place.
To pass a motion to authorize the installation of a “No Exit” sign on
Lakeshore Road where it meets Ninth Avenue.
| Moved by: | Tommy Owens | |
| Seconded by: | Patricia Bodick | Motion #4 |
Set date for the next Council meeting.
That the next Council meeting will be held on Tuesday September 25th , 2007.
To pass By-law to Confirm the Proceeding of Council.
| Moved by: | Tommy Owens | |
| Seconded by: | Patricia Bodick | Motion #5 |
| Moved by: | Maurice Charbonneau | |
| Seconded by: | Richard MacPhail | Motion #6 |
Adjourn Meeting:
| Moved by: | Tommy Owens | |
| Seconded by: | Patricia Bodick | Motion #7 |
| _____________________ | ______________________ |
| Reeve | Clerk-Treasurer |
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