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Township of St. Joseph June 3, 2003 Council met at the Municipal Administration Building in Richards Landing on the above date. Present were Reeve Lorraine Aelick; Councillors Margaret Butters, Vince Vernelli, Wayne Van Sickle, Jody Wildman; Clerk/CAO Michael Jagger and Deputy Clerk Mary Lou Rains. The meeting opened with a prayer. Moved by Margaret Butters Seconded by Vince Vernelli Be it resolved that we do adopt the minutes of the May 20 and May 24 meetings as presented. -cd.- The Township’s insurance renewal was presented to Council. Moved by Jody Wildman Seconded by Wayne Van Sickle Be it resolved that we do renew our insurance coverage with Jardine OME at a cost of $33,679.12. -cd.- The marina committee presented new docking rates for the marina. Moved by Wayne Van Sickle Seconded by Jody Wildman Be it resolved that we do adopt the revised marina rates as recommended by the Marina Committee. -cd.- A cart was donated by John Meadows to be used at the marina for the hauling of materials. The Clerk was instructed to check with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans in regards to the light at the end of the breakwall at the marina. Correspondence was received from the Ministry of the Environment in regards to the new Drinking Water Systems Regulation (Ontario Regulation 170/03) which came into effect on June 1, 2003. The possibility of holding an information session in regards to this new regulation was discussed. The Clerk was instructed to contact the firm of Wm. R. Walker Engineering to invite a representative from that firm to hold an information session, and to contact Jim Harmer from the Ministry of the Environment to attend this session as well. Correspondence was received from Great Lakes Power Limited informing Council that they are embarking on a Vegetation Management Program in the Township this year. Correspondence was received from International Lake Superior Board of Control inviting Council to attend an open house on the Great Lakes water levels on June 24, 2003. Bill Wells will attend this open house. Correspondence was received from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario regarding the Progressive Conservatives platform for mandatory municipal referenda. Moved by Vince Vernelli Seconded by Margaret Butters Be it resolved that we do advise the Ontario P.C. Party of our objections to their proposal to require municipalities to hold referendums on any proposed tax increases. -cd.- Correspondence was received from the Town of Midland asking Council for support of their resolution. Moved by Wayne Van Sickle Seconded by Jody Wildman Be it resolved that we do endorse the resolution by the Town of Midland requesting clarification of the duties of a “reasonably prudent person” and protection from personal liability for officers and directors of municipal corporations as owners/operators of drinking water systems. -cd.- Correspondence was received from the St. Joseph Island Central School regarding their Grade Eight Graduation. Moved by Jody Wildman Seconded by Margaret Butters Be it resolved that we do donate $25.00 to the Grade 8 Graduation at St. Joseph Island Central School. -cd.- Concern was expressed in regards to the footbridge that is over the creek on Spring Street. The Works Department Superintendent will be instructed to remove this bridge and put posts in the entrances for safety and to prevent anyone from crossing. Correspondence was received from the St. Joseph Island Economic Development Corporation asking for brochures and flyers etc. to be given out at their Island-Wide Open House on June 28, 2003. The Clerk was instructed to express Council’s appreciation for their efforts. Acknowledgement was received from the Premier of Ontario regarding Council’s resolution in regards to electrical distribution charges. A copy of a letter was received from Michael A. Brown, M.P.P. regarding school closures. Correspondence was received from the St. Joseph Island Planning Board giving their approval to severance applications subject to certain conditions. Approval from Human Resources Development Canada for a wage subsidy under the Summer Career Placements Program was received. A copy of correspondence to Tarbutt and Tarbutt Additional was received from the District Homes for the Aged. Correspondence was received from the Minister of Finance regarding Council’s letter in regards to Opportunity Bonds and Tax Incentive Zones. Correspondence was received from Tony Martin M.P.P. in regards to the lay-off of employees in Sault Ste. Marie and the surrounding areas. Board minutes were received from the Algoma Health Unit. Correspondence was received acknowledging receipt of a resolution regarding Rural School closures and no smoking legislation. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing informed Council of a recent staff change. The entrance to the Golf Course was discussed. The Clerk was instructed to send a letter to Mr. John Gibbs suggesting that a stop sign be put up at his entrance onto the 10th Side Road. Councillor Van Sickle reported on the East Algoma Community Futures Development Corporation meeting that he attended. Councillor Vernelli reported on the Algoma Kinniwabi meeting that he had attended. The Clerk was instructed to get quotes on the rental of a backhoe. A tax arrears extension agreement was presented at this time. Moved by Jody Wildman Seconded by Vince Vernelli Be it resolved that we do give First and Second Reading to By-law No. 1794 being a by-law to authorize a tax arrears extension agreement. -cd.- Moved by Margaret Butters Seconded by Wayne Van Sickle Be it resolved that we do give Third and Final Reading to By-law No. 1794 being a by-law to authorize a tax arrears extension agreement. -cd.- Moved by Margaret Butters Seconded by Jody Wildman Be it resolved that we do go into closed session to consider a personnel matter (8:54 p.m.). -cd.- Moved by Margaret Butters Seconded by Jody Wildman Be it resolved that we do return to open meeting (9:01 p.m.). -cd.- Moved by Wayne Van Sickle Seconded by Jody Wildman Be it resolved that we do offer the Economic Development Intern position to Deanna Nadjiwon on a 52 week contract basis. -cd.- Moved by Vince Vernelli Seconded by Margaret Butters Be it resolved that we do appoint Barry Elliott as Superintendent of Water and Sewer Services. -cd.- The sign to be installed at the corner of the 10th Side Road and D Line Road was discussed. A ditching problem was discussed. This was deferred to a latter date. Moved by Vince Vernelli Seconded by Jody Wildman Be it resolved that we do authorize payment of Voucher No. 03-5B in the amount of $232,330.40. -cd.- Moved by Margaret Butters Seconded by Jody Wildman Be it resolved that we do pass By-law No. 1795 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting. -cd.- Moved by Margaret Butters Seconded by Jody Wildman Be it resolved that we do adjourn to meet again on June 17, 2003 or at the call of the Reeve. -cd.- _________________________________ REEVE-Lorraine Aelick _________________________________ CLERK-A. Michael Jagger |