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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-09-15 Council (Regular) MinutesCounty of Newell No. 4 Council Meeting September 15, 1988 The regular Council Meeting of the County of Newell No. 4 was held in the County Office at Brooks, Alberta on Thursday, September 15, 1988 commencing at 10:00 a.m. Members Present Reeve F. Workes Councillors P. Wallace V. Fabian K. Conners L. Nelson K. Bulger (a.m.) F. Regehr B. Scheuerman M. Douglass W. Wells Administrator D. James Oath of Office Councillor Kathleen Bulger was introduced to the Council and the Oath of Office for Councillor for Division 6 was taken. 1. Minutes Minutes of the August 25, 1988 meeting were presented to Council. Moved by Councillor Wallace that we adopt these minutes as circulated. Carried. 2. Business from Minutes 3- Burning By-law 968-88 This item remained tabled. 10-3 Road Allowance Obstruction Policy ~~ Moved by Councillor Wells that we lift this item from the table. (~ Carried. The proposed policy as drafted by Brownlee Fryett, of Edmonton, -~. was presented to Council. After discussion, it was moved by Councillor Nelson that we table this item for further information. Carried. 8-1 Duchess Recreation & Cultural Committee Moved by Councillor Scheuerman that we move into camera. Carried. Moved by Councillor Wallace that we move out of camera. Carried. Following the in-camera session regarding the proposed funding of the Duchess Recreation & Golf Club, it was moved by Councillor Wallace that, as conditions on the Bill Martin property offer could not be met, this offer of purchase from Bill Martin be withdrawn. Carried. A proposed new application for purchase of land from J.G. Endersby was presented from the Duchess Recreation & Cultural Committee. Moved by Councillor Conners that we refuse this proposed offer at this time due to possible conflict of interest and concerns by the Council. Carried. Page 88 Sept. 15/88 3-9 Alberta Environment - Rainier Water System Further discussion took place in regard to Alberta Environment's refusal of our proposed project for up-grading of this system. Moved by Councillor Nelson that we close the file on this matter. Carried. 5-5 B~-election Division 6 ._~ As previously mentioned, the Administrator advised that Kathleen Bulger has been elected by acclamation as Councillor for Division 6 for the balance of this term. 5-7 Wash Bay Further discussion took place in regard to this item and it was moved by Councillor Nelson that we proceed with the 36 X 72 wash bay as previously presented. Moved by Councillor Douglass that we table this item. Vote on the motion - Lost. Vote on the original motion - Carried. A full report will now be drawn up for Council giving the proposed location of the building, size, proposed financing and requirements of the Town of Brooks Permit. These will be reviewed by Council before final approval is given to call tenders on this building. 3. Correspondence 1. Tom Musgrove, M.L.A. Letter from Tom Musgrove advising of the Cabinet Tour on Sept. 26th was presented to Council for information. 2. S.E.A.R.P.C. - Seminar Letter from to be held the Planning Commission advising in Medicine Hat was presented to of a proposed seminar Council. After ~~ discussion, it was moved by Councillor Wells that we send our /. Development Control Officer to-this seminar. Carried. 3. Alberta Forestry, Lands & Wildlife Proposed Strategic Management Plan Letter from Ian Dyson re: Eastern Irrigation District Proposed Strategic Management Plan was presented to Council and ordered filed. 4. Manitoba Legislative Assembly - Port of Churchill Letter from the Manitoba Legislative Assembly requesting support from members to ensure that the Port of Churchill receives its fair share of grain export shipments, was presented to Council for information. 5. A.A.M.D. & C. - 1988 Spring Convention A copy of the reply from the Government regarding the 1988 Spring Convention Resolutions was presented to Council for information. 6. U of A - Senior Executive Fellowship Program A copy of the mark received by Marlene Bowen in this Course was presented to Council for information. 4. Public Hearing Moved by Councillor Wells that we recess for the Public Hearing. Carried. Page 89 Sept. 15/88 Moved by Councillor Wallace that we return to the full Council Meeting. Carried. By-law 969-88 Moved by Councillor Wells that By-law 969-88 receive second reading. Carried. Moved by Councillor Fabian that By-law 969-88 receive third and final reading. Carried. Correspondence (Cont'd.) 7. A_lbe_rta Environment - Feasibility Stuuy Letter from Alberta Environment advising that they will be proceeding with the feasibility study for the regional landfill site in the area was presented to Council for information. Copies of this are to be sent to the various Towns & Villages who may be participating in this study. 8. Alberta Municipal Affairs - "Communities Choosing Futures Today" Letter from Alberta Municipal Affairs concerning this subject was presented to Council and this was set aside until after the Fall Convention where further information on this matter will be presented. 9. Southeastern Alberta Health Unit - Water Reports Water reports from Scandia, Rainier, Rolling Hills and Patricia were presented to Council for information. 10. M D. of Foothills - Equalized Assessment Letter from the M.D. of Foothills regarding equalized assessment, and a proposed resolution that will be presented at the Foothills Little Bow Association, were presented to Council for information. Copies of the report were given to the Councillors who requested them. Further discussion will take place on this item at the September 26th Foothills Little Bow Association Meeting. 11. Brooks & District Chamber of Commerce Letter from the Brooks & District Chamber of Commerce requesting a donation of $500.00 towards the Minister~s'~ Dinner to be held on September 26, 1988 was presented to Council. After discussion, it was moved by Councillor Conners that we approve /~ ~ a $500.00 donation for this purpose. Carried. /~ Excused from Meeting Moved by Councillor Wells that we excuse Councillor Bulger from this meeting. Carried. Lunch Council recessed for lunch from 12:00 - 1:15 p.m. 5. Cheques for Payment Moved by Councillor Wallace that we approve Cheques ~~2871 - 3182, less Cheque ~~2937 in the amount of $2393.33, for a net amount of $1,391,110.22. Carried. Moved by Councillor Workes that he be excused from discussion and voting on Cheque ~~2937. Carried. Page 90 Sept. 15J88 Moved by Councillor Conners that we approve payment of Cheque ~~2937 in the amount of $2393.33. Carried. 6. Treasurer's Report The Treasurer's Report was not available for this meeting. 7. Committee Reports Municipal a) Brooks Sand & Gravel - Request to Develop Road - 22-17-17-4 After further discussion on this item, it was moved by Councillor Nelson that 1 mile of road in the NW & SW 22-17-17-4 be opened by the County with D. Pearson building the road to County specifi- cations, the County supplying the culvert at the north end of the road and that the adjacent landowners on either side be advised of this road opening. Carried. b) Meidinger Bus Lines Ltd. - E.I.D. Bridge East of Bassano Letter from Meidinger Bus Lines Ltd. concerning the removal of the bridge across the E.I.D. canal east of Bassano, with a proposal to develop a road adjacent to the north bank of this canal, was presented to Council. After discussion, it was moved by Councillor Nelson that we discuss this matter further with the E.I.D. to obtain their opinion and then report back to Council. Carried. Board of Education No report. Agricultural Service Board The Fieldman requested information from Council as to a possible date for a meeting with the landowners along the Red Deer River. It was suggested that October 27th would be a suitable date. Councillors Scheuerman, Conners and Douglass, the Chairman and the Reeve would attend this meeting. f Municipal Planning Commission a) Subdivision 87 SE 89 - Smit Information was presented to Council indicating that they are prepared to develop the road to their subdivision as indicated. b) Subdivision 88 SE 61 - Burrows Information was presented to Council on this proposed subdivision. Moved by Councillor Nelson that we approve the subdivision application, Carried. c) Subdivision 88 SE 66 - Dutton Information was presented to Council on this item. Moved by Councillor Wells that we approve this proposed subdivision subject to cash in-lieu being paid at $2500.00 per acre. Carried. 8. Other Business -•. 1. D.F. Lunnen - Sales Tax Refund Information was presented to Council in regard to a proposal received for the above-noted Company to check our records for sales tax refunds. After discussion, it was moved by Councillor Douglass that we approve this proposal and that the necessary agreement be drawn up with D.F. Lunnen Tax Refunds Canada Ltd. Carried. Page 91 Sept. 15/8$ 2. Rolling Hills Marathon Moved by Councillor Wallace that we approve the use of S.R. 875 for the Rolling Hills Marathon on September 10th. Carried. 3. Hamlet Water & Sewer Line Maps Information was presented to Council in regard to this item and a further study is to be made of this subject. 4. Review of Dates for Council Meetings to October 13th A review was made of these meetings with no changes being made. 5. A.M. Alcock, Tilley - Unsightly Premises The Administrator gave an up-date on this matter and, after a lengthy discussion, it was moved by Councillor Regehr that we proceed with having the vehicles removed from within the County road allowance. Carried. 6. Reid-Gunther - Financial Investments The Administrator reported on this item and Council reaffirmed its position in regard to investing monies with the local Treasury Branch only. 7. Municipal Policy Committee The Administrator requested that a Municipal Policy Handbook Committee be set up at the Organizational Meeting. After discussion, it was moved by Councillor Nelson that we add this Committee to our list and that it consist of three members. Carried. 9. Post Agenda Items 1. Patricia Lots Councillor Conners presented information regarding various lots in Patricia, and in particular a lot owned by the Treasury Branch. After discussion, it was moved by Councillor Conners that a letter be sent to the Treasury Branch requesting that this lot be cleaned up. Carried. 2. Rental of Empty Houses within the Hamlet of Patricia Discussion took place on this item with no further action being taken. 3. TransAlta Application from TransAlta to bury a portion of line in NE 29-18- 14-4 for construction of the Brooks/Rolling Hills/Hays line was presented. Moved by Councillor Wells that we approve this application. Carried. Excused from Meeting Moved by Councillor Wallace that we excuse Councillor Fabian from this meeting. Carried. 10. Form A's The following Form A's were presented to Council for approval: Div. 3 - Secondary Roads Gravel - $9,000.00; Div. 3 - Secondary Oil with MC-250 - $19,500.00; and Div. 4 - Local Roads Construc- tion - $6,000.00. Moved by Councillor Conners that we approve these Form A's. Carried. Page 92 Sept. 15/88 11. Road Agreements Moved by Councillor Nelson-that we approve the following Road Agreements: Nels Pedersen & Eric Pedersen, Scandia; and George Niznik, Brooks. Carried. 12. Information Items 1. Municipal Statutes Review Committee Council discussed this matter and agreed to meet on September 20th at 10:00 a.m. to review these reports. 2. Community Tourism Action Program Discussion took place on this item and further discussion will take place on September 20th, if time is available. 3. Gem Curling Rink The Administrator reported on the progress on the easement for a fire lane. 4. West Duchess Cemetery .4 The Administrator reported on the progress being made on this project to date. 5. Scandia Water Meter The Administrator reported on the progress being made on this project to date. 13. Adjourn Meeting adjourned at 3:00 p.m. REEVE C0~ Y ADMI STRATOR -.. Page 93 Sept. 15/88 County of Newell No. 4 Public Hearing September 15, 1988 A Public Hearing of the County of Newell No. 4 was held in the County Office at Brooks, Alberta on Thursday, September 15, 1988 commencing at 11:30 a.m. The full Council was in attendance at this Hearing. Mr. W. Spencer attended the meeting. No other members of the public attended. The Administrator presented information for amendment to Land Use By-law 842-84 and advised that there were no written submissions against the proposed Land Use Change and no one presented objections at the Public Hearing. The Public Hearing was then adjourned at 11:35 a.m. REEVE C NTY ADMI STRATOR